Manufacturer: Sony Ericsson
Model #: LT15i (AAD-3880097-BV)
Supported Technologies
and Frequency Bands: GSM: 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS FDD: Band I/Band VIII
HW Version SW Version Request Type Date Certified
A 4.0.2.A.0.69 ECO Feb 16, 2012
Another bugfix
ICS... Where are you?
prathaban said:
Another bugfix
ICS... Where are you?
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Late March / early April for arc S, neo V, ray.
Late April / early May for arc, PLAY, neo, mini, mini pro, pro, active, Live with Walkman.
With our unlocked bootloader, I'm sure someone will make a CWM package for arc out of the arc S update.
On-topic: I'm definitely going to try bringing arconium to this version once I can grab the .ftf files.
Can u please link to firmware.
my phone doesn't show any available update
doomed151 said:
Late March / early April for arc S, neo V, ray.
Late April / early May for arc, PLAY, neo, mini, mini pro, pro, active, Live with Walkman.
With our unlocked bootloader, I'm sure someone will make a CWM package for arc out of the arc S update.
On-topic: I'm definitely going to try bringing arconium to this version once I can grab the .ftf files.
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Yep, I know the time frame SE provided, but...
And, yep you are right, the main reason why I unlocked is for this purpose
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abrarabbu said:
Can u please link to firmware.
my phone doesn't show any available update
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It's not out yet. It's only certified yesterday, so probably will take few weeks before this firmware appears in the SEUS or PC Companion.
its for both device
arc and arc s
doomed151 said:
Late March / early April for arc S, neo V, ray.
Late April / early May for arc, PLAY, neo, mini, mini pro, pro, active, Live with Walkman.
With our unlocked bootloader, I'm sure someone will make a CWM package for arc out of the arc S update.
On-topic: I'm definitely going to try bringing arconium to this version once I can grab the .ftf files.
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here is it actually
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1393738
prathaban said:
Yep, I know the time frame SE provided, but...
And, yep you are right, the main reason why I unlocked is for this purpose
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It's not out yet. It's only certified yesterday, so probably will take few weeks before this firmware appears in the SEUS or PC Companion.
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Just downloaded it from SE PC Companion , first view....i think it left more free memory than usual, it lefts about 220-230MB free after clean installation ,usually on previous versions 180-200 MB free, i think it has less bloatware, will see it better later to find what has changed
Upload it mate ..
Is it really out?
My phone doesn't show any updates...
Upload it here
labrok said:
Just downloaded it from SE PC Companion , first view....i think it left more free memory than usual, it lefts about 220-230MB free after clean installation ,usually on previous versions 180-200 MB free, i think it has less bloatware, will see it better later to find what has changed
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what is its CDA number?
Whats the difference of .69 to .62 FW i just flash my phone to 62 ,is their some1 who use this ? cheers
This is regional for Germany only.
Officially it's just an update for a legal issue concerning gmail and google mail in Germany.
http://talk.sonyericsson.com/message/161959
jason_jiang said:
what is its cda number?
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1254-2250_r5d
If it si out on the market the .69 firmware and certified for Arc and Arc S(see wotan), where to download for Arc or how to update OTA? It is a must to have a 62 generic Germany and after update OTA? It is a good ideea?
maybe .69 can be rooted normally.
Thankx.
It seems that the Light Sensor (if that was every working as supposed to!) is no longer auto-updating the screen brightness:
In the previous fw when clicking the low/auto brightness widget icon it resulted in either lowest value or an automatically determined one (based on environmental light?).
Now it only goes from lowest to the value set in the Display->Brightness->Slider Value Setting....
Anyone else facing this?
labrok said:
Just downloaded it from SE PC Companion , first view....i think it left more free memory than usual, it lefts about 220-230MB free after clean installation ,usually on previous versions 180-200 MB free, i think it has less bloatware, will see it better later to find what has changed
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If you downloaded:
what firmware region you had if it appears on seus
you had Arc or Arc S??
Can you provide an .ftf file from somewhere?
Regards
adriancristina said:
If you downloaded:
what firmware region you had if it appears on seus
you had Arc or Arc S??
Can you provide an .ftf file from somewhere?
Regards
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For Germany only
vizion80 said:
For Germany only
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WHAT??? what are U talking about? :
"
Originally Posted by adriancristina
If you downloaded:
what firmware region you had if it appears on seus
you had Arc or Arc S??
Can you provide an .ftf file from somewhere?
Regards
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He was asking that what country is involved? or what country is this rom made for?
NOT.
- ARC, or ARC S did U received the update,
- there is the flashtool to MAKE tft from it ( I made it many times)
sorry for explaining it. but ANYbody who got this FW, could make a tft. easy to do
here is a video how to MAKE tft with SEUS packages:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1377853
bye
Related
4.0.2.A.0.42 Android 2.3.4 firmware
This is a big leap for those still on .368, with only minor bug fixes added to the Nordic FW 2.3.4. WE ARE FRACKIN' WAITING!
SOURCE: http://www.xperiablog.net/2011/10/17/4-0-2-a-0-42-xperia-firmware-offers-only-minor-bug-fixes/
Some things get better and better!
Hope they give us 4.0 soon as well!
hmm,not really interested in 2.3.4,i`ll stick with 2.3.3+doomkernel until ICS is delivered..
orangesunshine said:
hmm,not really interested in 2.3.4,i`ll stick with 2.3.3+doomkernel until ICS is delivered..
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There's a test kernel ready by Doomlord for FW 4.0.1.A.0.283 - 2.3.4
Regards Dousan...
Any chance of UK Generic update via OTA?
it just got out, maybe a month from now til we get an OTA..
narflynn619 said:
4.0.2.A.0.42 Android 2.3.4 firmware
This is a big leap for those still on .368, with only minor bug fixes added to the Nordic FW 2.3.4. WE ARE FRACKIN' WAITING!
SOURCE: http://www.xperiablog.net/2011/10/17/4-0-2-a-0-42-xperia-firmware-offers-only-minor-bug-fixes/
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Hey, does the android update of the same brand (such as HTC, SE, LG etc.) and same model (such as Xperia PLAY, ARC, NEO etc.) vary from country to country?
What does it vary in?
And how do I know which version I am updating to?
I mean I bought this phone from Middle East, but right now I am in Pakistan (where the phone hasn't even launched probably). If I update using the PC suite or directly from the Market, which version would I be installing; the Middle Eastern or the Asian?
I am confused because of Android, please help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
u need to find what phone u got R800i/x i am assuming u got R800i .. if so u can install the Nordic FW 2.3.4
well people SE just confirmed they'll be working on ICS very soon, so this thread might be worth closing..
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
could someone upload it as ftf?
Bet its still 2.3.4 ..
Sent from my LT15i using XDA App
realfelix said:
Bet its still 2.3.4 ..
Sent from my LT15i using XDA App
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it actually says on wotan server that its 2.3.4, just another minor update i guess
anyone tested it already??
whats new?
please upload as ftf
or how do i update via wotan?
jatt101 said:
it actually says on wotan server that its 2.3.4, just another minor update i guess
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<del>On a russian forum it says that it's `UK Three` branded.</del>
LE. It's `NTT DoCoMo` Japan, branded xperiablog
chitose_ndy said:
or how do i update via wotan?
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Register, download the two files needed (USB Flash Driver and WotanClient 3) and install them, and start WotanClient. The firmware flash will start after filling your data and downloading the files.
that would be good to know how to make tft from a working phone. maybe with flashtool. someone may post the thread what leads us to workout .
tiborprogmed said:
that would be good to know how to make tft from a working phone. maybe with flashtool. someone may post the thread what leads us to workout .
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I think you already have it: [TUTORIAL] How to backup your carrier firmware using Update Service
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tiborprogmed said:
i will flash this lt15a fw with wotan, but that would be nice to make tft
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Pay attention. Wotan has specific files, different from Sony's. And, also, the `a` from LT15a means US, if I'm not wrong...
ctinro said:
<del>On a russian forum it says that it's `UK Three` branded.</del>
LE. It's `NTT DoCoMo` Japan, branded xperiablog
Register, download the two files needed (USB Flash Driver and WotanClient 3) and install them, and start WotanClient. The firmware flash will start after filling your data and downloading the files.
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Thank you
Sent from my Anzu using xda premium
4.0.2.D.0.4 release wotanserver
Do not have an established. What is new
my wotan client cannot download..... i have flashed lt15a fw before it, but fails to download .will try later
now working, downloading & flashing. after it, i will make flashable flashtool tft with seus, and ft.
cannot make ftf with seus way, my seus says : Finished, i have the latest sw installed. therefore i cannot download this version of android, and cannot make bundle.
and cannot be rooted.... :
06/022/2011 12:22:29 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
06/022/2011 12:22:36 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Connected device : LT15
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : N/A
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf
06/022/2011 12:22:43 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool5\.\devices\LT15\busybox\1.19.0\busybox to /data/local/tmp/busybox
06/022/2011 12:22:47 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool5\.\custom\root\zergrush.tar to /data/local/tmp
06/022/2011 12:22:48 - INFO - Running part1 of Root Exploit, please wait
06/022/2011 12:22:59 - INFO - Waiting for device
i am looking after with other way...
this will put some light... go ahead
Update: We have received word from a trusted source on what is written above. We have been told that 4.0.2.D.0.4 firmware is definitely NOT Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. The ‘D’ in the firmware stands for branded firmware for NTT DoCoMo in Japan. The 3.0.1.B.0.285 firmware for the Xperia PLAY is related to AT&T and is NOT Android 2.3.6.
talk.sonyericsson.com/message/134249
AND FOR
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
tiborprogmed said:
AND FOR
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
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I believe it is not Docomo.
I am running 4.0.1.C.1.9 which is the latest Docomo firmware. The device states I have the latest available.
Wotan lists Docomo firmwares under model SO-01C, not Arc.
Flashed it, it's definitely Cellcom Israel.
Loaded w/bloatware, but most are just web shortcuts (600-700kb)
Mobage said:
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
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WOW！I just see the new rom . I hope it can make the camera better. 4.0.2.A.0.61 NEW ROM FOR ARC /ARC S 。
excited! do you know the date？when we can update it ?
this should be the firmware that sony have released playstation suite for arc in japan (testing) if anyone has installed this and want to try see if the ps suite runs check out my thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1402731 if this firmware does not contain the apps inbuilt. On the older firmwares it installs but errors starting ps store or game, hope there is different playstation certified permissions in this update for making it work.
If this works for you please let others know thanks.
My CDF scanner detected the only operator to receive the 14.2.A.1.142 update, which is Telekom.de in in Germany..
C6903_14.2.A.1.142_Telekom.de DE_1276-5028_R6B.ftf [947.6 MB]
https://mega.co.nz/#!qYpk2BzA!0AQfBYhayTSO0LjXLprndY11Dq1XtI5mMU_mBYGbIb4
NOTE: I cannot test this myself, since I have C6902. Use on your own responsibility!
BTW,
I'm building a tool that will let you download any Sony Xperia firmware's APP-SW, FSP, ELABEL and S1, which you can use with Flashtool to make a FTF bundle.
IaguCool said:
My CDF scanner detected the only region to receive the 14.2.A.1.142 update.
Details:
C6903 | Germany | Telekom.de DE | 1276-5028 | R6B | 14.2.A.1.142
Will post the FTF later this day.
BTW,
I'm building a tool that will let you download any Sony Xperia firmware's APP-SW, FSP, ELABEL and S1, which you can use with Flashtool to make a FTF bundle.
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hi there , anything new on this firmware?
Nice.like me
Any update on this?
IaguCool said:
My CDF scanner detected the only region to receive the 14.2.A.1.142 update.
Details:
C6903 | Germany | Telekom.de DE | 1276-5028 | R6B | 14.2.A.1.142
Will post the FTF later this day.
BTW,
I'm building a tool that will let you download any Sony Xperia firmware's APP-SW, FSP, ELABEL and S1, which you can use with Flashtool to make a FTF bundle.
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So excited to see what brings to us!
but seems that is just for the Z1 compact, as i have seen earlier today
cheers
It's not for the Z1 Compact... As I said, I scanned all C6902, C6903, C6906 and C6943 customizations, and this one showed for C6903.
Finally I'm returning from work and very soon I'll upload the FTF (already got the SIN_FILE_SETs).
Unfortunately, finding all changes will not be that easy since this branding jumped directly from 14.1.G.2.257 to 14.2.A.1.142, but I'll try comparing it to an unbranded 14.2.A.1.136, it might give some hints.
IaguCool said:
It's not for the Z1 Compact... As I said, I scanned all C6902, C6903, C6906 and C6943 customizations, and this one showed for C6903.
Finally I'm returning from work and very soon I'll upload the FTF (already got the SIN_FILE_SETs).
Unfortunately, finding all changes will not be that easy since this branding jumped directly from 14.1.G.2.257 to 14.2.A.1.142, but I'll try comparing it to an unbranded 14.2.A.1.136, it might give some hints.
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This is totally cool man you rules :good:
Updated the OP with the download link!
anyone tried it yet? Does it work well оn C903?
BaCKo85 said:
anyone tried it yet? Does it work well оn C903?
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I think I'm gonna try it :fingers-crossed:
Busy downloading
NanoSurfer said:
I think I'm gonna try it :fingers-crossed:
Busy downloading
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Please share any new thing you find (if any). My bet is that .142 (for Z1 and Z1 Compact) is a variant especially made for Telekom.de, with some minor modifications to suit the operator's needs, but that's my guess.
New firmware 14.2.A.1.142 certified for Xperia Z1, Z Ultra and Z1 Compact .
Sony Mobile has just certified a new firmware build with version number 14.2.A.1.142 for the Xperia Z1 (C6902, C6903, C6943, C6906), Xperia Z Ultra (C6802, C6833, C6843, C6806) and Xperia Z1 Compact (D5503). This new firmware most likely brings some bug fixes and performance enhancements, given that the small incremental number upgrade from the last firmware (14.2.A.1.136)
wtf, downloading at 25kb/s
eish, at this rate its only going to be done in 5 hrs! only 52% done
if someone has managed to get it please do share your findings
its full of blotware but it works just flashed back to 534
joecool666 said:
its full of blotware but it works just flashed back to 534
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Of course it is... it's branded
You can just make a unbloated flashable zip...
joecool666 said:
its full of blotware but it works just flashed back to 534
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Cool thanks mate :good:
Screw that then, not going to even bother. I assume its just 4.3 with carrier crapware then?
NanoSurfer said:
wtf, downloading at 25kb/s
eish, at this rate its only going to be done in 5 hrs! only 52% done
if someone has managed to get it please do share your findings
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NanoSurfer said:
Cool thanks mate :good:
Screw that then, not going to even bother. I assume its just 4.3 with carrier crapware then?
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sure is,
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it takes a few mins to boothup so dont panic
Installed! No Visible Changes.. Looks like a bug fixing firmware..
azam426 said:
Installed! No Visible Changes.. Looks like a bug fixing firmware..
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does the sounds enhancement setting still crash when you choose that option? lol
NanoSurfer said:
Cool thanks mate :good:
Screw that then, not going to even bother. I assume its just 4.3 with carrier crapware then?
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I wouldn't bother either, I'm staying on 14.1.G.1.534 until KK 4.4 is available
Still, sharing updates is vital.
finally sony upgrade their z3 dual
today i received the new software update 23.0.F.1.82 via ota
my device is now faster
better cam
many big fixed
10x sony
Nice, any pic?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/newattachment.php?do=manageattach&p=
Thanks, I'm waiting for OTA in EU. I hope i will be soon.
karrouma said:
finally sony upgrade their z3 and z3 dual
today i received the new software update 23.0.F.1.82 via ota
my device is now faster
better cam
many big fixed
10x sony
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how is the camera better? did you have the pink spot problem before the update?
karrouma said:
finally sony upgrade their z3 and z3 dual
today i received the new software update 23.0.F.1.82 via ota
my device is now faster
better cam
many big fixed
10x sony
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how did you install OTA? On my Sony dual says it is not compatible with my device.
Thanks
I hope they come with a rooting tool soon, or at least the upgrade to Android 5, which apparently will not have the stupid micro sd card block from android 4.4.4
binoslaw said:
Thanks, I'm waiting for OTA in EU. I hope i will be soon.
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Hi binoslaw can you suggest me a good online polish shop to buy it? (I already know allegro and ceneo)
Do you also find it in street shop? at what price?
I'm from Italy and I'm looking to buy it in Poland 'cause is not available here.
Thanks!
update
camera faster no lag , better battery, no heat at all,
maybe it is for lebanon and mea this update
I'm trying to download the update since last night, it shows the availability of the update in PC companion, then fails to download with a message indicating I'm not connected to internet. Sometimes it starts and fails in the middle, and now I'm stuck at 97% download.
Once I manage to update I'll post if the pink camera spot is fixed or not.
just had a look at the update via xperiafirm. looks like only brazil and saudi arabia have the new firmware for now
Shudder123 said:
just had a look at the update via xperiafirm. looks like only brazil and saudi arabia have the new firmware for now
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I'm in UAE and my phone is SA customized, but still PC companion stucks everytime at 97%, not possible to update via OTA.
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Tried downloading via XperiFirm, I got 2 out of 4 files downloaded successfully.. Guess there are still missing files on Sony servers.
umm.... I have Z3 and its fw is 23.0.A.2.93
c'mon sony :/
This is good news. I hope good things are coming our way for other models (D6653, D6603, D6616, etc.).
D6633_23.0.F.1.82_1288-7362_R8B_RU.ftf
download
Desperanto86 said:
D6633_23.0.F.1.82_1288-7362_R8B_RU.ftf
download
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This is the European version ? Polish language is included ?
ziuta24 said:
This is the European version ? Polish language is included ?
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It russian firmware. All languages are included
Anyone know of any official change? Nowhere can I find information.
Nowhere is there a mention of this software. I checked the Sony PC companion and xperifirm . Could it be a fake ?
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Sorry. But I was wrong . However, further Russian version appears as . 74. What is the difference between a Brazilian version and Saudi Arabia
ziuta24 said:
What is the difference between a Brazilian version and Saudi Arabia
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One is waxed and one is wearing a burka? I KID I KID
I tried to update my D6633 but recieved the error that "there is no software available for your device".
Any help ?
>>>CDA<<<
1294-9967: Vietnam - Customized VN
1295-7703: United Kingdom - Customized UK
1294-9654: Hong Kong - Customized HK
1293-2805: Japan - SoftBank JP
1295-9819: Japan - NTT DoCoMo JP
1294-4301: Japan - KDDI JP
>>>DOWNLOAD<<<
Flashtool 0.9.18.6
Z3+ E6553
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1295-7703_R6A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9967_R5A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9654_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (SOV31)
SOV31_28.0.D.5.9_1294-4301_R15A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (402SO)
402SO_28.0.C.3.16_1293-2805_R19A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (SO-03G)
SO-03G_28.0.B.0.457_1295-9819_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Coming soon...
@Google Drive
#1
Is the any ROM for Xperia Z3+ Dual E6533 ?
Can anyone please post an FTF for E6553 (generic Hong Kong version)? I managed to brick my phone
Edit: Never mind - PC companion repair menu saved the device model in its history, so I'm good for now . But post it anyway if you could as we need to build a good FTF collection
schecter7 said:
Can anyone please post an FTF for E6553 (generic Hong Kong version)? I managed to brick my phone
Edit: Never mind - PC companion repair menu saved the device model in its history, so I'm good for now . But post it anyway if you could as we need to build a good FTF collection
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1294-9654: Hong Kong - Customized HK
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9654_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Thanks a lot, Mate! I was reading it as ChinaMobile.ftf - My bad.
Jozinek said:
sorry but make FTF thread without knowledge that Flashtool doesnt support XPERIA Z3+/XPERIA Z4 is not good idea...
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What can flash a z3+? Also i downloaded the firmware from xperifirm, but it unpacks the file, so what format would i need it in?
acme64 said:
What can flash a z3+? Also i downloaded the firmware from xperifirm, but it unpacks the file, so what format would i need it in?
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Flashtool isn't supported yet
hasona said:
Flashtool isn't supported yet
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that wasn't the question
Thx men
hasona said:
Flashtool isn't supported yet
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I just successfully flashed my Z3+ (E6553) using Flashtool 0.9.18.6 - I used the device drivers of the Z2 (Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers).
an3k said:
I just successfully flashed my Z3+ (E6553) using Flashtool 0.9.18.6 - I used the device drivers of the Z2 (Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers).
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few questions...
do you need to have the bootloader unlocked to use flashtool?
Also, I like in the USA and bought the z3+. The current CDA is HK generic which is version .24. I see that the generic UK version is .27. Is there an advantage to put the .27 firmware on the phone?
GCbard said:
few questions...
do you need to have the bootloader unlocked to use flashtool?
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No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
GCbard said:
Also, I like in the USA and bought the z3+. The current CDA is HK generic which is version .24. I see that the generic UK version is .27. Is there an advantage to put the .27 firmware on the phone?
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The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.
an3k said:
No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.
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Thank you for your answer. One more question. If I upgrade to the UK generic version 0.27 , will pc companion still work for me in order to upgrade to higher versions as well?
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an3k said:
No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.
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Also, when you run flashtool do you run normal version or 64 version? Not sure if that is in reference to the device or the computer.
GCbard said:
Thank you for your answer. One more question. If I upgrade to the UK generic version 0.27 , will pc companion still work for me in order to upgrade to higher versions as well?
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I can't say about Z3+ but for Z2 and here it still worked. Maybe Sony changed something with the Z3+ but I don't think so. In short (but without guarantee): yes, it should still work.
GCbard said:
Also, when you run flashtool do you run normal version or 64 version? Not sure if that is in reference to the device or the computer.
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If your Computer Operating System (Windows / Mac / Linux) is 64-Bit use FlashTool64.exe and if not stick with the FlashTool.exe
an3k said:
I can't say about Z3+ but for Z2 and here it still worked. Maybe Sony changed something with the Z3+ but I don't think so. In short (but without guarantee): yes, it should still work.
If your Computer Operating System (Windows / Mac / Linux) is 64-Bit use FlashTool64.exe and if not stick with the FlashTool.exe
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Thank you. You have been helpful. That leads me to yet another question (I am a first time xperia user, I have used HTC up to this point).
In the flashtool I was able to choose the z3+ as my device. It was my understanding that the z3+ was not included yet., WIth that said there are options within the flashtool to root the device. IS that something that can be done now?
FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A
Device: E6553
Version: 28.0.A.7.27
Country: UK
Provider: unbranded
Customization number: 1295-7703
Size: 2.071.057.904 Bytes
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8gf20AKtya0Skw2ZmFGZXFnMWs/view?usp=sharing
1) Get latest Flashtool from http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php and install it
2) Run C:\Flashtool\drivers\Flashtool-drivers.exe and select Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers (there are no Z3+ drivers yet but the Z2 ones work great)
3) Download the FTF you want and save it in eg. C:\
4) Power Off your Z3+ and connect the microUSB cable to it (but leave it disconnected from the Computer)
5) Run C:\Flashtool\FlashTool.exe (or FlashTool64.exe if you have a 64-Bit Operating System on your Computer)
6) Click the Lightning icon on the very left
7) Select Flashmode and click OK
8) On the top select the path where you have your FTF downloaded
9) On the left select the firmware you want to flash
10) IMPORTANT: On the right in "Exclude :" select the checkbox next to TA
11) Click Flash
12) Wait some time
13) When asked (the green arrow window) press Volume down and connect the USB cable to your Computer
14) Flashing starts.
15) Check the main Flashtool window. It shows a log and that tells you when flashing is done. If you don't see any red lines everything went fine.
I strongly advise to NOT do anything with your Computer, its connected devices or cables as long as flashing is in progress. Don't even plug or unplug a thumb drive. I have a USB3.0 AddOn card and when I plug in a device my native USB2.0 ports are disconnected for a millisecond. That's not a problem for thumbdrives, etc. but this can brick your phone while it gets flashed.
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GCbard said:
Thank you. You have been helpful. That leads me to yet another question (I am a first time xperia user, I have used HTC up to this point).
In the flashtool I was able to choose the z3+ as my device. It was my understanding that the z3+ was not included yet., WIth that said there are options within the flashtool to root the device. IS that something that can be done now?
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You're welcome and congrats to your first Xperia
I have absolutely no clue about rooting. Never did it. Current version of Flashtool may successfully root your Z3+ or it may brick it. I have absolutely no clue. What I know is that the Z3+ is officially not supported yet (but thankfully at least flashing works because Sony didn't changed anything since at least Z2).
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FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.24_1295-6968_R3A
Device: E6553
Version: 28.0.A.7.24
Country: DE
Provider: unbranded
Customization number: 1295-6968
Size: 2.070.785.234 Bytes
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8gf20AKtya0Q09lbnU2T01KRjg/view?usp=sharing
Thanks an3k for this guide. I'm a first-time Xperia Owner so please forgive my dumb question. I wanted to flash the "FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A" but there is no TA in the exlude menu. I'm on the newest Flashtool version. Can i proceed anyway or will I lose the Xperia Enhancements ?
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Thanks an3k for this guide. I'm a first-time Xperia Owner so please forgive my dumb question. I wanted to flash the "FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A" but there is no TA in the exlude menu. I'm on the newest Flashtool version. Can i proceed anyway or will I lose the Xperia Enhancements ?
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Yeah, there are some bad changes in the new flashtool version. Instead of simply selecting TA you now have to manually select each ta file. I'll update my quick guide but here's additionally what you have to do now:
Check the list below "Content :" and look for all entries ending with .ta (eg. cust-reset.ta). If you found one, search for the same entry in the "Exclude :" list (eg. CUST-RESET) and select it. Do this for every .ta entry shown in the "Content :" list.
Normally it's only CUST-RESET and FOTA-RESET. Sometimes you'll additionally have SIMLOCK
Additionally if you want to wipe your device while flashing it to a new firmware (was the default behavior until the latest flashtool version) you also have to check all three checkboxes (APPS_LOG, CACHE, USERDATA) in to top right "Wipe :" list!