I've Vodafone Australia branded xperia tx which also sim unlocked. I no longer use Vodafone and I would like to debrand it.
Is it possible to flash it with normal non branded Sony firmware?
Also my phone is bootloader locked and it can't be unlocked.
my reason to debrand it is i am afraid that i have to wait for vodafone to release jellybean. not sure about though.
Any help would be really appreciated since i am a noob in this regard.
Kirandev said:
I've Vodafone Australia branded xperia tx which also sim unlocked. I no longer use Vodafone and I would like to debrand it.
Is it possible to flash it with normal non branded Sony firmware?
Also my phone is bootloader locked and it can't be unlocked.
my reason to debrand it is i am afraid that i have to wait for vodafone to release jellybean. not sure about though.
Any help would be really appreciated since i am a noob in this regard.
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Flash any generic TX ftf found in the all in one thread using flashtool.
The all in one thread is the first thread in the Q&A section.
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gregbradley said:
Flash any generic TX ftf found in the all in one thread using flashtool.
The all in one thread is the first thread in the Q&A section.
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I have used the ftf for flashing from this thread [STOCK FIRMWARE] LT29i Sony Xperia TX 7.0.A.3.212 FTF [cust.1266-6178 Russian] by dogsly
So now will i be able to update my phone through pc companion when jelly bean is officially released for my phone ?
Kirandev said:
I have used the ftf for flashing from this thread [STOCK FIRMWARE] LT29i Sony Xperia TX 7.0.A.3.212 FTF [cust.1266-6178 Russian] by dogsly
So now will i be able to update my phone through pc companion when jelly bean is officially released for my phone ?
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Yes.
Hi,
I just bought a new Sony Xperia Z Europe version (C6603) and I would wish to root this phone.
I have updated it to the latest available software which is 10.3.1.A.2.67.
I tried to search in the development thread and couldn't find one.
I found the Doomlord's rooting tool kit but I would also require the .ftf file (10.3.1.A.2.67) for the same firmware so that i could root it.
Could anyone provide me the Link for the same?
other xperia z phones are getting the update through pc companion on my laptop but not my xperia z. the other phones had the same updated firmware version as mine.
country: bANGLADESH
zakariya tomal said:
other xperia z phones are getting the update through pc companion on my laptop but not my xperia z. the other phones had the same updated firmware version as mine.
country: bANGLADESH
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My gosh.. Why is no one able to read a bit? Please search next time for information before making a new thread.
Anyway, wait or flash the firmware of an other region. You won't loose warranty. You only loose warranty if you unlock your bootloader.
It's up to SONY and your provider when you receive the update.
zakariya tomal said:
other xperia z phones are getting the update through pc companion on my laptop but not my xperia z. the other phones had the same updated firmware version as mine.
country: bANGLADESH
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This is the closest I could find - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2583278
Hi friends ,
I have an Xperia Z.I have waited for a long time to get the Android 4.3,but never got the update.Then out of frustration i downloaded the android version 4.3(10.4.B.0.569)(.ftf file) from one of the xda post.Now i came to know that Sony has released 10.4.1.B.0.101 update.I am sure that i am no going to get the update. so,is there any way to get the 10.4.1.B.0.101 update instead of downloading the whole .ftf file,like getting the update from another country like Australia,UK where the 10.4.1.B.0.101 update is already available for the Xperia Z users...
i bought xperia z C6606 build number 10.4.c.0.814 android version 4.3 with locked bootloader unrooted, all i want to learn from you is how to install latest stock firmware to get the update faster c6606 is a t mobile phone so that they update very slow please help
osama-ali111 said:
i bought xperia z C6606 build number 10.4.c.0.814 android version 4.3 with locked bootloader unrooted, all i want to learn from you is how to install latest stock firmware to get the update faster c6606 is a t mobile phone so that they update very slow please help
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Search for firmware.. U want in . Ftf format for ur device And flash it via flash tool...
Hope this helps
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I tried much but failed to find kitkat or higher
You're on the latest available software for your device (C6606). It seems that T-Mo aren't interested in the C6606 any more and won't approve updates for it.
I've seen around the forum that some people have flashed the C6616 firmware to their C6606 with success. You could try that. I'm not sure if you would lose any T-Mo features like wifi calling though and it's obviously at your own risk. Nothing should go wrong though.
If you want to try, you can download and flash the latest C6616 firmware (10.6.A.0.454) by following my guide - How to package and flash stock roms in FTF format
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Thanks @kingvortex i dnt want any t mobile app at all but the flashing will support official sony updates? And c6606 is compatible with c66016 stock firmware?
osama-ali111 said:
Thanks @kingvortex i dnt want any t mobile app at all but the flashing will support official sony updates? And c6606 is compatible with c66016 stock firmware?
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Yes, it's compatible and you will receive official updates from Sony.
Thank you
Thank you buddy now i m gonna try this and i.will inform u tonight any tips for safe side??
osama-ali111 said:
Thank you buddy now i m gonna try this and i.will inform u tonight any tips for safe side??
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Most people have found it better to do a clean flash when upgrading to Lollipop, so it's probably best to backup your apps and reinstall after flashing. Apart from that you shouldn't have problems if you follow my guide.
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I dnt want any data i want a perfect stock rom only thats become possible only because of you thanks i will message u tonight
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@kingvortex buddy hery is something i didnt get http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
(WARNING : Since Xperia Z, sony added a new set of files I called bootbundle. Those files can be bundled from 0.9.13 and can be flashed from 0.9.13 only. To all those flashing devices from Z edition to all after Z, it is highly advised to use 0.9.13 and to be sure FTF you flash contain the bootbundle set. I've been reported of hard bricks because of missing such set of files from bundles.) copied from there
what is this thing ?? and download link for flash tool there are to many links on that page
Just use the latest version. You can download it from here. I suggest downloading via torrent if you can as it's the fastest way.
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kingvortex i am downloading
Device: Xperia Z (C6616)
CDA: 1285-4276
Market: USA
Operator: Customized US
Network: AMERICAS-LTE
Release: 10.6.A.0.454 / R1E
Size: 1.21 GB
please tell me is it ok for my c6606?
now running 5.0.2 on my c6606
Thanks God
credits : kingvortex for http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/guide-how-to-package-flash-stock-roms-t2914567
DooMLoRD for the Flashtool driver package.
Androxyde for Flashtool.
Iagucool for the XperiFirm firmware downloader used by Flashtool.
osama-ali111 said:
now running 5.0.2 on my c6606
Thanks God
credits : kingvortex for http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/guide-how-to-package-flash-stock-roms-t2914567
DooMLoRD for the Flashtool driver package.
Androxyde for Flashtool.
Iagucool for the XperiFirm firmware downloader used by Flashtool.
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How did you actually get 5.0.2 installed to your phone after you flashed 6616? Did you use PC companion or do an OTA update?
Thanks ahead of time.
xdiy said:
How did you actually get 5.0.2 installed to your phone after you flashed 6616? Did you use PC companion or do an OTA update?
Thanks ahead of time.
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The guide I linked to will allow you to download and directly flash 5.0.2 to your phone.
Here it is again: How to package and flash stock roms in FTF format
kingvortex said:
The guide I linked to will allow you to download and directly flash 5.0.2 to your phone.
Here it is again: How to package and flash stock roms in FTF format
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Oh nice. I don't have to root my phone right? I'm kinda new to this.
xdiy said:
Oh nice. I don't have to root my phone right? I'm kinda new to this.
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No, you don't need root.
kingvortex said:
No, you don't need root.
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Thanks a lot dude. Would've been stuck on 4.3 for I dunno how long if it weren't for you.
So since I updated to 5.0.2 a couple days ago I can't seem to use mobile network for internet access. Only wifi works. Any ideas as to why this is happening?
xdiy said:
So since I updated to 5.0.2 a couple days ago I can't seem to use mobile network for internet access. Only wifi works. Any ideas as to why this is happening?
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Did you try downloading Internet settings? It's under Settings -> Wireless & network -> More -> Internet settings.