Hi there!
I am looking for an official English firmware (UK) of the Incredible S. Can anyone guide me on that? I have an unbranded version. I came across a HongKong firmware in one of the threads but unfortunately i am unable to download it. Also I tried the Canada version but no go!
Thanks very much!
Goto the general section.... This is Development section....
Maybe people are willing to help you there.
I'm also looking for a European version.
I think it's kinda strange that there are so many shipped roms for the desire-s already which has only been released a few days ago and for the IS there are only about 3 roms?
I also wonder what HTC is thinking.. where would you get any official updates if your carrier provider doesn't support the IS and you bought it at a retail store.
Or do they provide fw downloads on their website usually? Didn't find any... but maybe I'm blind.
Hey folks
I need some CDA strings for the C5303.
Back in the DB2010/2020/3150/3200 days we used to have people making (almost) complete lists for the CDA strings, but now it seems to be quite hard to find any information.
I'm currently looking for
Generic Germany - the version that comes with mcaffee and myxperia. I downloaded an ftf from the firmware thread called Generic_DE, that one comes without any bloatware though.
Telekom Germany
So, whoever bought a C5303 in Germany with or without Telekom branding, please report back here.
Thanks! :good:
Actually, I could figure it out myself if anybody can tell me where in the world Flashtool hides all the logs from previous operations?
After some more searching I found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49852627&postcount=1427
Still, I'd love to know whether/where flashtool saves the logs.
Also, it would be great if someone could confirm these CDA strings:
1271-0334 - generic, bought without contract from a retailer in Germany
1272-4703 - Telekom (contract)
So I just recently picked up the US unlocked version of the XZ1C at my local Best buy. I've been reading the tutorials on how to flash the firmware and I was hoping for screenshots of the process on how to flash the Customized UK firmware over using Newflasher. I am not too familiar with Newflasher, so please can someone upload screen shots step-by-step to help me!
-I just finished downloading the UK Firmware:
G8441_Customized UK_1310-6856_47.1.A.2.374_R12B
and the US Firmware:
G8441_Customized US_1310-4371_47.1.A.2.324_R8B
I have Newflasher v10 installed already as well. I've been reading about the different type of fines to add and delete, but do not understand how to use Newflasher.
****12/11/2017
Update:
So after a good week or so of researching and trying to crack the fingerprint scanner. I was able to successfully flash the UK firmware over into my Xz1 Compact. I was able to successfully activate it back in the late weeks of November. I was extremely nervous about the process because I have never used Newflasher and was scared of bricking my device, but the process was fairly simple, easy and worked! Once I get back home after work, I will see if I can post some snapshots of how I flashed the firmware over to help everyone out! Thank you everyone for all your help!! In return, I will upload those screenshots!
xz1c owner said:
So I just recently picked up the US unlocked version of the XZ1C at my local Best buy. I've been reading the tutorials on how to flash the firmware and I was hoping for screenshots of the process on how to flash the Customized UK firmware over using Newflasher. I am not too familiar with Newflasher, so please can someone upload screen shots step-by-step to help me!
-I just finished downloading the UK Firmware:
G8441_Customized UK_1310-6856_47.1.A.2.374_R12B
and the US Firmware:
G8441_Customized US_1310-4371_47.1.A.2.324_R8B
I have Newflasher v10 installed already as well. I've been reading about the different type of fines to add and delete, but do not understand how to use Newflasher.
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I'm about to pick one of these up at Best Buy this afternoon for $358 open box and would love to know where you downloaded those firmware files! I'd also like more info on the newsflash app. Everyone I've seen on here that knows anything about it says to look at the OP for the XZ Premium. Even though that phone is in the same family, the files are different and a step by step for the XZ1 Compact would be awesome!
joesee said:
I'm about to pick one of these up at Best Buy this afternoon for $358 open box and would love to know where you downloaded those firmware files! I'd also like more info on the newsflash app. Everyone I've seen on here that knows anything about it says to look at the OP for the XZ Premium. Even though that phone is in the same family, the files are different and a step by step for the XZ1 Compact would be awesome!
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There's a program called Xperifirm that will allow you to browse and download the latest firmware of any region for tons of Sony devices. https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/pc-xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
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xz1c owner said:
So I just recently picked up the US unlocked version of the XZ1C at my local Best buy. I've been reading the tutorials on how to flash the firmware and I was hoping for screenshots of the process on how to flash the Customized UK firmware over using Newflasher. I am not too familiar with Newflasher, so please can someone upload screen shots step-by-step to help me!
-I just finished downloading the UK Firmware:
G8441_Customized UK_1310-6856_47.1.A.2.374_R12B
and the US Firmware:
G8441_Customized US_1310-4371_47.1.A.2.324_R8B
I have Newflasher v10 installed already as well. I've been reading about the different type of fines to add and delete, but do not understand how to use Newflasher.
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A redditor recently wrote a guide for this: https://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/7dlwe7/xz1_compact_fingerprint_scanner_volte_wifi/ Wait for the .51 update (UK will be any day now) before doing it so you don't have to update for a while...we just figured out how to update without wiping userdata in the main VoLTE thread below.
xz1c owner said:
So I just recently picked up the US unlocked version of the XZ1C at my local Best buy. I've been reading the tutorials on how to flash the firmware and I was hoping for screenshots of the process on how to flash the Customized UK firmware over using Newflasher. I am not too familiar with Newflasher, so please can someone upload screen shots step-by-step to help me!
-I just finished downloading the UK Firmware:
G8441_Customized UK_1310-6856_47.1.A.2.374_R12B
and the US Firmware:
G8441_Customized US_1310-4371_47.1.A.2.324_R8B
I have Newflasher v10 installed already as well. I've been reading about the different type of fines to add and delete, but do not understand how to use Newflasher.
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Hey.
Follow this guide, link below, I hope that help.
UK customized is a best stock FW
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp.../reference-xperia-debranding-rooting-t3667368
ken_e1407 said:
Hey.
Follow this guide, link below, I hope that help.
UK customized is a best stock FW
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp.../reference-xperia-debranding-rooting-t3667368
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Thank you! I will use this to see if I can do it!
maidguitar said:
There's a program called Xperifirm that will allow you to browse and download the latest firmware of any region for tons of Sony devices. https://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/pc-xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
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A redditor recently wrote a guide for this: https://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/7dlwe7/xz1_compact_fingerprint_scanner_volte_wifi/ Wait for the .51 update (UK will be any day now) before doing it so you don't have to update for a while...we just figured out how to update without wiping userdata in the main VoLTE thread below.
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Thank you. Do you know if there are better instructions with pictures?
I have a related question. I'm in the US and want to flash another region's firmware to get a working fingerprint scanner on 47.1.A.5.51. My carrier does not support VOLTE or Wifi calling, so I don't need to flash parts of the US firmware. Is there a particular one I should be flashing? I saw in another thread that people were flashing at least parts of the Austrian T-mobile firmware. Would it be reasonable just to flash that for use in the US, or will I have a problem? Would it be better to flash UK Customized and wait for the update?
jrbmed08 said:
I have a related question. I'm in the US and want to flash another region's firmware to get a working fingerprint scanner on 47.1.A.5.51. My carrier does not support VOLTE or Wifi calling, so I don't need to flash parts of the US firmware. Is there a particular one I should be flashing? I saw in another thread that people were flashing at least parts of the Austrian T-mobile firmware. Would it be reasonable just to flash that for use in the US, or will I have a problem? Would it be better to flash UK Customized and wait for the update?
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Got XZ1 Compact from Best Buy. LOVE IT! Want fingerprint sensor; just ordered UK version from Clove in England. Anyone else done this? Delivery time? Phone works well in US? Anything I should know?
Sony CSR said phone will work same as US version, plus fingerprint sensor; said it's worth it. Thanks!
jrbmed08 said:
I have a related question. I'm in the US and want to flash another region's firmware to get a working fingerprint scanner on 47.1.A.5.51. My carrier does not support VOLTE or Wifi calling, so I don't need to flash parts of the US firmware. Is there a particular one I should be flashing? I saw in another thread that people were flashing at least parts of the Austrian T-mobile firmware. Would it be reasonable just to flash that for use in the US, or will I have a problem? Would it be better to flash UK Customized and wait for the update?
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***It is fairly common for people to flash over the UK Customized Firmware over. Once you do that, the default language and region will be UK and there are some UK bloatware installed, but you can always disable them and uninstall them.
xz1c owner said:
***It is fairly common for people to flash over the UK Customized Firmware over. Once you do that, the default language and region will be UK and there are some UK bloatware installed, but you can always disable them and uninstall them.
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Thanks! I ended up copying the US OEM file anyway in case I ever decide to switch carriers, but I appreciate the reply.
Hello guys,
I saw on the forum of the M20P that there's a tool used to update the device using a locked BL.
I wanted to know if anyone of you tried this, and if yes, can you tell us the result
I really don't know if this method could actually works on our device...
There's the thread link : https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-20-pro/how-to/manual-upgrading-mate-20-pro-bl-locked-t3905924
Thks guys for your help with the community :fingers-crossed:
I'll answer to myself,
I tested the method just above, and yes I managed to update my M20 to 9.0.0.237
I followed this tutorial video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp4k3uFDxf4 , and i used the tool listed on the thread I linked in OP.
There's a screenshot of my phone showing the version and the security patch I have now.
For the next updates, you have the choice guys, you can use Firmware Finder app on the playstore or use this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-20/how-to/guide-manual-updating-firmware-t3892686.
BTW, thx to @OldDroid and @mikeos for their amazing job
I have HMA-L09 (single SIM) C432E10R1P16
Vodafone brand on the box, but software is unbranded, no vodafone crap stuff nor bootlogo, infact is C432
Just after turning on after hard reset I saw something branded, but 100% uninstallable
So, should I upgrade with this method, I'll definitely get rid of brand? and will I lose my data?
Of course I have locked BL, I used to have rooted phone since my first Android 2.1, so sad
Hi is it possible to flash an S10 Exynos from the Vodafone branded firmware to the plain unbranded firmware?
If so is anybody able to point me in the right direction for a guide to doing so? The phone is already network unlocked, I just want to get updates at the same time as everyone else, at the moment I'm still on the July security patch for example.
I've searched through a lot of results but am really struggling since the words 'unlock', 'firmware', 'flash', 'stock' etc come up in so many threads.