Here is the Global FTF non branded ROM from Australia
http://ul.to/auezfyhl
http://netload.in/dateiblPSy6680Y/C6603_10.1.1.A.1.253_Unbranded Australia.ftf.htm
http://depositfiles.com/files/djun7s4v7
MD5 Checksum 982f2ddc8de109bc909e13c9992ff63e
10.1.1.A.1.253 (1271-0116_R5A) Australia Unbranded - Thanks to kamalmawa
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?nwkva19w47wxt45
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?w7dtdg6j1775yiz
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?iwc13pj5ipf0ze6
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?taquxoqixu818wa
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907
Also note if you are unable to flash this ROM with flashtool, make sure you untick TA, confirmed to be working.
Awesome flashtool tutorial specifically for the Xperia Z http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614
Also if you want to make a CWM or TWRP flashable file a great tutorial can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183077
I can confirm a new firmware update for NFC.
New Baseband, hopefully that fixes network drop outs - Confirmed it hasn't really helped much, still get no network errors often, clicking retry works fine (very frustrating)
Lightflow (coloured LED notifications) works fine in non root mode, not as well but still very usable (colour cycling of the flashing is a little more random).
Can confirm that the USB interface is much faster, seems to be at least twice as fast accessing the internal or external SD
Can confirm that the WIFI has the same problems as .434 and .350 for me. couldn't establish initial connection to any access point until I fresh rebooted the access point, and signal strength is pretty much the same.
Not sure what others are talking about new kernel, it is the exact same kernel for me
Mirror please? UL is awful
diego9016 said:
Mirror please? UL is awful
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Indeed, 4 hours to download. Thanks to the OP and everything but I'll elsewhere.
Right guys, I had uploaded it to netload via FTP, and am not sure where it is, will look for the link or give you the username and password temporarily.
I will also upload it to depositfiles.
danw_oz said:
Right guys, I had uploaded it to netload via FTP, and am not sure where it is, will look for the link or give you the username and password temporarily.
I will also upload it to depositfiles.
ftp://[email protected]/
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i live Brisbane too :laugh:
i flashed new stock rom but when i hold volumn down + connect PC, flashtool didn't work and i flash 450 rom again, flashtool worked. please give me an advise. thanks
changkho1908 said:
i live Brisbane too :laugh:
i flashed new stock rom but when i hold volumn down + connect PC, flashtool didn't work and i flash 450 rom again, flashtool worked. please give me an advise. thanks
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I have just updated the OP, are you using the latest beta flashtool?, and do you have all the drivers installed?
I have also included a link so you can make a CWM or TWRP flashable zip from this FTF file, if that helps
danw_oz said:
I have just updated the OP, are you using the latest beta flashtool?, and do you have all the drivers installed?
I have also included a link so you can make a CWM or TWRP flashable zip from this FTF file, if that helps
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my flashtool version is flashtool-0.9.10.2beta6-windows. i can flash C6603_10.1.A.434 rom without any problem but with new rom, i can't flash.
same problem http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907&page=44
changkho1908 said:
my flashtool version is flashtool-0.9.10.2beta6-windows. i can flash C6603_10.1.A.434 rom without any problem but with new rom, i can't flash.
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There is a tick box you need to remove, hang on a sec.
untick TA and see how that goes?
danw_oz said:
There is a tick box you need to remove, hang on a sec.
untick TA and see how that goes?
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simlock.ta dissapear when untick TA. i try to flash now
yeah. thankssss. it's working awesome!!!!!1
changkho1908 said:
simlock.ta dissapear when untick TA. i try to flash now
yeah. thankssss. it's working awesome!!!!!1
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Good news
diego9016 said:
Mirror please? UL is awful
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fredaroony said:
Indeed, 4 hours to download. Thanks to the OP and everything but I'll elsewhere.
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Did the FTP help? I will only leave this option available for the rest of today AU time, then the three download options
Seems that this last firmware version is unrootable, so,is there some regional or localized firmware .434 that when is rooted, it could offer a .235 OTA update?
My phone was bought from Telstra, and come with some Bigpond & Telstra apps.
The build number is 10.1.A.1.350
There are no any updates when I check in Software update
So, should I flash this firmware
pekvocey said:
My phone was bought from Telstra, and come with some Bigpond & Telstra apps.
The build number is 10.1.A.1.350
There are no any updates when I check in Software update
So, should I flash this firmware
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This ROM is from Australia, my phone is not from any Cell provider therefore not locked to anyone. Each provider will customise and lock the ROMs to their networks, this takes time which is why you will not get the update yet. Wow, I can't believe that they are so far behind still. .434 was released in Australia the day the phone was officially released in Australia
You can flash this ROM over top of your current ROM and provided that you do not wipe the data partition you should retain all your apps and settings. Unless the bigpond or telstra apps are part of the system apps rather than installed apps then you might loose those.
caqo71 said:
Seems that this last firmware version is unrootable, so,is there some regional or localized firmware .434 that when is rooted, it could offer a .235 OTA update?
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I am not really sure, I don't think so though. I believe the non branded ones are pretty much global ROMs, and the localisation is typically only from the providers apn, the internet and mms settings that you download at the start.
I bought my phone from Sony Central and still havent received this damn update...pissed! Downloading this now.
fredaroony said:
I bought my phone from Sony Central and still havent received this damn update...pissed! Downloading this now.
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Really? that is strange, I would have thought yours would have been the same as mine. Maybe because mine was not Australia stock?
danw_oz said:
Really? that is strange, I would have thought yours would have been the same as mine. Maybe because mine was not Australia stock?
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It should be, I bought it from the Sony Central shop in Chatswood so direct from Sony. Jeesh, you would think these models would get the update first. I see some posts on Whirlpool with others in the same situation.
I've tried on PC Companion, Bridge for mac and the phone itself.
I got mine at Harvey Norman here in Melbourne - update appeared same as the others...strange yours didn't
I did flash the Singtel version that was posted in General so thanks to the OP for this - going to have some flashing to do this evening
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 2
danw_oz said:
This ROM is from Australia, my phone is not from any Cell provider therefore not locked to anyone. Each provider will customise and lock the ROMs to their networks, this takes time which is why you will not get the update yet. Wow, I can't believe that they are so far behind still. .434 was released in Australia the day the phone was officially released in Australia
You can flash this ROM over top of your current ROM and provided that you do not wipe the data partition you should retain all your apps and settings. Unless the bigpond or telstra apps are part of the system apps rather than installed apps then you might loose those.
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Yeah, it's quite outdated :crying:
The phone is unlocked from Telstra but Telstra branded. That's why I hate branded phone, but Telstra offers 2 year warranty service. and Sony is quite unstable phone, easily got bricked.
I did install CWM recovery and root it.
Does it affect to OTA update? Should I unroot it to have the OTA update?
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Here is a link to the Unbranded Sony Xperia Z stock ROM .434 as requested.
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907
FTF ROM http://ul.to/dptgp2sb
MD5 Checksum 7e280bcaf07ea137bceb6fa160c82040
Now uploading to netload.in & deposit files this file is a .7z zip file
MD5 Checksum 0dbafd47ef51f4038cf622181181214c
http://netload.in/dateiphJ3SaPqb8/C6603_10.1.A.434_AU_Unbranded.7z.htm
http://depositfiles.com/files/vnty4bq91
Thanks to shadowboy23; Here's the another mirror:
http://www.2shared.com/file/vJuVbQ8F...ndedpart1.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/GK19rsWJ...ndedpart2.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/HndERvyA...ndedpart3.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/z-JX2nnD...ndedpart4.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/w-NR1U7S...ndedpart5.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/ZfdPMflz...ndedpart6.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/Mha71K_m...ndedpart7.html
http://www.2shared.com/file/SHBsRBv6...ndedpart8.html
danw_oz said:
Here is a link to the Unbranded Sony Xperia Z stock ROM .434 as requested.
http://ul.to/dptgp2sb
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How to flash? I'm using rooted sony xperia z 10.1.1.A.350 dude
eddietah said:
How to flash? I'm using rooted sony xperia z 10.1.1.A.350 dude
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Download the flashtool application which is listed in the original post.
Install the application, then run C:\Flashtool\drivers\Flashtool-drivers.exe, you need to then select Xperia Z, Flashmode Drivers & Fastboot Drivers, see attached.
Then follow the instructions on how to use Flashtool, this can be found on the page link if you go to the developers website.
There is information on the Sony Website also http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/
Does the NFC icon working with this ROM?
zlays said:
Does the NFC icon working with this ROM?
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No icon, must be a firmware issue, was definitely working on .350.
danw_oz said:
No icon, must be a firmware issue, was definitely working on .350.
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Dmn it I really don't understand sony with this FW thing they just don't know how to put out a good software to great hardware...really disappointing...
zlays said:
Dmn it I really don't understand sony with this FW thing they just don't know how to put out a good software to great hardware...really disappointing...
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Look like the NFC icon only works on UK rom. That's why I still stay at 350 UK rom and wait for officially 434 update.
Benjoy Ericsson said:
Look like the NFC icon only works on UK rom. That's why I still stay at 350 UK rom and wait for officially 434 update.
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..to find out that doesnt work either so we waited for nothing ..lets see ..i believe that tomorrow or after we will have it
Lets wait and see but what worries me now is that danw_oz said that on this fw on .350 icon was working and now it's not working so it also may be the case with our UK rom
nick2crete said:
..to find out that doesnt work either so we waited for nothing ..lets see ..i believe that tomorrow or after we will have it
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Who's your operator? Or are you unbranded? It's available on the UK sony website, but whenever I try to update on my unbranded Z, it says I'm on the latest software. I might just flash this rom as I'm probably going to root in the next couple of weeks so will fix the NFC problem then anyway.
C1emen7s said:
Who's your operator? Or are you unbranded? It's available on the UK sony website, but whenever I try to update on my unbranded Z, it says I'm on the latest software. I might just flash this rom as I'm probably going to root in the next couple of weeks so will fix the NFC problem then anyway.
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Z is from Uk unbranded ,but i am on Vodafone Greece ,i will wait until this weekend then i will flash it too
danw_oz said:
Here is a link to the Unbranded Sony Xperia Z stock ROM .434 as requested.
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907
FTF ROM http://ul.to/dptgp2sb
MD5 Checksum 7e280bcaf07ea137bceb6fa160c82040
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Thank you so much for this. Very nice effort mate!! Thanks again!!!!
thk
taking forever to download
Yellow_Racing said:
taking forever to download
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Do you have a uploaded account? because for me it is super fast.
danw_oz said:
Do you have a uploaded account? because for me it is super fast.
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No I dont :crying:
So, do you have to unlock the BL to flash this firmware on a unlocked Telstra Sony Z with 350?
cheetah2k said:
So, do you have to unlock the BL to flash this firmware on a unlocked Telstra Sony Z with 350?
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No, you don't have to do that at all! Just use the Flastool from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907 and place the ROM in the firmware folder and follow the prompts. It's that easy. I have done with mine.
no offence to the OP but the media server used to distribute this file is effing awful... Can someone mirror this file elsewhere??
cheetah2k said:
no offence to the OP but the media server used to distribute this file is effing awful... Can someone mirror this file elsewhere??
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Okay I will post another mirror link when finished uploading. It will take a while though.
Hi all, I'm just downloading Xperia Tablet Z new update to 10.3.1.C.0.136
Will post change that I notice and ftf later today.
edit : "about" screenshot added
Edit2 : FTF for those who need (had troubles with Dev-Host yesterday will re upload it there later) : https://copy.com/dtVuVuHwD2Kl
Mine too, I'm downloading now.
Will keep you guys posted.
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
FiDra said:
Mine too, I'm downloading now.
Will keep you guys posted.
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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Why i Cant update mine?it said no avaiable software for my table or unable to install component in my computer
I've got the update in the UK!!!
Finally!!
The Internet is f**king poor here.
Will try again in the morning
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
SWFlyerUK said:
I've got the update in the UK!!!
Finally!!
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I'm on a custom 4.3 ROM, but was thinking of trying this out anyway. How did you get your update? I'm not sure if I can use PCC with a custom ROM.
I tried the Sony Emma flashtool earlier but it only had the 4.1 (.344) version
FiDra said:
The Internet is f**king poor here.
Will try again in the morning
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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I have a good adsl connexion but it was long to dl too, I guess with all the updates available for almost all the xperia portfolio the server are heating!
Hope root will be achieved soon, didn't test any method for now.
GretaLewd said:
I'm on a custom 4.3 ROM, but was thinking of trying this out anyway. How did you get your update? I'm not sure if I can use PCC with a custom ROM.
I tried the Sony Emma flashtool earlier but it only had the 4.1 (.344) version
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It was through PCC mate. I had my tablet connected this morning with no update, so it's obviously only been out for an hour or so.
Just installed, and I'm actually rather enjoying it! Alot better than what screenshots have shown.
SWFlyerUK said:
It was through PCC mate. I had my tablet connected this morning with no update, so it's obviously only been out for an hour or so.
Just installed, and I'm actually rather enjoying it! Alot better than what screenshots have shown.
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Thanks. I'll try Emma again soon. Ironic really - Emma is a Sony developer tool which is meant to give updates a bit sooner than the usual methods
For those of us that are on Cyanogen, is there any way of finding out if the FTF has any important firmware updates in there?
I can rename the .370 FTF to ZIP and see all the sin files, but the vast majority I am unsure about.
Otherwise, I can always nandroid and do it that way
GretaLewd said:
I'm on a custom 4.3 ROM, but was thinking of trying this out anyway. How did you get your update? I'm not sure if I can use PCC with a custom ROM.
I tried the Sony Emma flashtool earlier but it only had the 4.1 (.344) version
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Relock your BL or wait for a ftf.
The problem is not using a custom rom and update with pcc (the rom doesn't matter but the kernel yes), it's when your bl is unlocked you can't update via SUS/PCC no more.
babylonbwoy said:
Relock your BL or wait for a ftf.
The problem is not using a custom rom and update with pcc (the rom doesn't matter but the kernel yes), it's when your bl is unlocked you can't update via SUS/PCC no more.
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Thanks for the info :good:
Sorry - I've used up my Thanks button limit for today.
GretaLewd said:
Thanks for the info :good:
Sorry - I've used up my Thanks button limit for today.
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Emma has the 4.2.2 version despite the fact is says 4.1.2. I used Emma and it worked fine for me, though I didn't get my correct region (I'm in Canada and it gave me a UK firmware)
Sent from my Xperia Tablet Z using xda-developers app
babylonbwoy said:
Relock your BL or wait for a ftf.
The problem is not using a custom rom and update with pcc (the rom doesn't matter but the kernel yes), it's when your bl is unlocked you can't update via SUS/PCC no more.
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Once the FTF is out and about is there a way of knowing what we need to flash (and perhaps how) to not affect our existing custom setup?
Electronic Punk said:
Once the FTF is out and about is there a way of knowing what we need to flash (and perhaps how) to not affect our existing custom setup?
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When you flash a ftf file with flashtool, deselect DATA in the wipe section (box in top right corner). That will preserve your data when you flash.
Sent from my Xperia Tablet Z using xda-developers app
Ok, sounds like a good compromise
When someone uses PCC to download the firmware, is a local copy stored?
Just wondering what the chances of getting this file are!
I like everything is this update, except the recent apps tray. Swiping away should always be 'swipe across' not 'swipe up or down'.
Few new features might have been nice, but can't complain. At least it's arrived!
It also has the thumb keyboard!
Electronic Punk said:
Ok, sounds like a good compromise
When someone uses PCC to download the firmware, is a local copy stored?
Just wondering what the chances of getting this file are!
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I'm on it now, will post the link when uploaded on dev-host. It will take few hours...
DdcCabuslay said:
Emma has the 4.2.2 version despite the fact is says 4.1.2. I used Emma and it worked fine for me, though I didn't get my correct region (I'm in Canada and it gave me a UK firmware)
Sent from my Xperia Tablet Z using xda-developers app
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Thanks :good: I've just started my laptop...about to give it a go :fingers-crossed:
GretaLewd said:
Thanks :good: I've just started my laptop...about to give it a go :fingers-crossed:
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Make sure you read the service information of the update and make sure it says 10.3.1.C.0.136. If it doesn't then its not 4.2.2.
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FTF for the Australia Generic Android 4.3 Update.
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45495831#post45495831
Region Info 1277-0078 R2B
http://ul.to/abc0rci1
MD5 Checksum
9e8a5baea0776c14a1c39db36f30d6ea
File Updated with generic loader.sin
Enjoy
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FTF for the Australia Generic Android 4.3 Update.
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45495831#post45495831
Region Info 1277-0078 R2B
http://ul.to/lv8ols3s
MD5 Checksum
bbc6a34b1287de1e4823852b9bdc3ff7
Enjoy
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I have .257 ROM - Region Info 1277-0078 R3A in OZ but there is no OTA update yet. Anyone has successfully update for this region, please advise.
danw_oz said:
FTF for the Australia Generic Android 4.3 Update.
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45495831#post45495831
Region Info 1277-0078 R2B
http://ul.to/lv8ols3s
MD5 Checksum
bbc6a34b1287de1e4823852b9bdc3ff7
Enjoy
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Flashed using the latest flashtool, lost my camera. Just a black screen. Other apps declare they cannot connect to camera... trying to figure out what went wrong. Hopefully it didn't brake my TA.
Edit: I am sure I flashed danw_oz's TA onto my device. I have no TA backup. I think I am ****ed.
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Flashed using the latest flashtool, lost my camera. Just a black screen. Other apps declare they cannot connect to camera... trying to figure out what went wrong. Hopefully it didn't brake my TA.
Edit: I am sure I flashed danw_oz's TA onto my device. I have no TA backup. I think I am ****ed.
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No, your TA will be fine. When I upgraded it force closed the camera twice then after it was fine.
I am having another look at this file, because the FTF creation has changed slightly from the Xperia Z.
It shows an update on Sony Companion but not OTA. I am waiting for OTA coz I don't want to lose my root.
Sent from my C6903 using xda premium
danw_oz said:
No, your TA will be fine. When I upgraded it force closed the camera twice then after it was fine.
I am having another look at this file, because the FTF creation has changed slightly from the Xperia Z.
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This is my first ever FTF flash on the Z1. It was a telstra branded phone.
I will note that I un-ticked 'data' under the flashtool wipe options on my initial flash of your FTF. I preferred to keep my settings intact, but that wasn't a deal breaker.
No matter what I did (re-flashing, rebooting, changing apps, etc), camera was broken for a couple of hours... I was getting a bit panicky.
I decided to let PC Companion to fix it by clicking 'your device is up to date' and in the pop-up selecting 'repair my phone'. It picked up as a generic 4.3 device, re-downloaded the 14.2 firmware and installed it. Part of that process is a factory wipe. Camera works now and I have firmware from Sony server. It is possible a full wipe would have achieved the same result, but I was looking for the most reliable, first try, answer.
Thanks for the FTF, though. I now have an unbranded 4.3 Z1.
flash rom
I have a Telstra branded Z1, so if I flash generic stock Australian rom and change the software id to match will I still receive OTA updates like it was from the factory. Phone details are : model number: c6903 build number 14.1.g.2.259 software id : 1277-2878 r3a . thanks in advance
When I flash UK-Vodafone firmware SuperiorAuto can capture 20MP but in Europe firmware can 8.3MP in SuperiorAuto mod,why is there difference?
thlorin said:
I have a Telstra branded Z1, so if I flash generic stock Australian rom and change the software id to match will I still receive OTA updates like it was from the factory. Phone details are : model number: c6903 build number 14.1.g.2.259 software id : 1277-2878 r3a . thanks in advance
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I am not sure because I am always too impatient to wait to see if an OTA arrives there is no reason why not, you just receive carrier specific updates
trenchtractor said:
This is my first ever FTF flash on the Z1. It was a telstra branded phone.
I will note that I un-ticked 'data' under the flashtool wipe options on my initial flash of your FTF. I preferred to keep my settings intact, but that wasn't a deal breaker.
No matter what I did (re-flashing, rebooting, changing apps, etc), camera was broken for a couple of hours... I was getting a bit panicky.
I decided to let PC Companion to fix it by clicking 'your device is up to date' and in the pop-up selecting 'repair my phone'. It picked up as a generic 4.3 device, re-downloaded the 14.2 firmware and installed it. Part of that process is a factory wipe. Camera works now and I have firmware from Sony server. It is possible a full wipe would have achieved the same result, but I was looking for the most reliable, first try, answer.
Thanks for the FTF, though. I now have an unbranded 4.3 Z1.
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Cool, sorry for all the hassle, I am in the process of uploading a cut of the FTF that uses a generic loader rather than the one from my phone, this fixed issues before with the Xperia Z
Just confirmed, you definitely get OTA updates with this region.
Ok no worries, will have to give it a go That telstra splash screen must die. Thanks for the reply
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thlorin said:
Ok no worries, will have to give it a go That telstra splash screen must die. Thanks for the reply
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app
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Hahaha, I hear you, I am with Telstra as well, first thing I did once the phone was charged . You will not specific Telstra updates, but you are not missing much to be fair.
I say death to.the telstra bloat also
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mmm I think I may give it another 2 weeks and see if our slack network provider pushes the update. They're generally about 3 weeks behind the world. If nothing, then I may just give this a crack.
The question is, can I hold out for 2 weeks??
I see some FTF's have 20mp auto with the camera. Is this 20 or the normal 8mp?
ckai said:
mmm I think I may give it another 2 weeks and see if our slack network provider pushes the update. They're generally about 3 weeks behind the world. If nothing, then I may just give this a crack.
The question is, can I hold out for 2 weeks??
I see some FTF's have 20mp auto with the camera. Is this 20 or the normal 8mp?
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It's not worth waiting , this update makes your phone really fly, and better battery, camera is slightly better, I don't seem to have 20MP, but am sure it will be ported to work soon
I can't wait OTA. I did up upgrage via PC Companion. Phone is flying now. I did flash generic AU to debloat all Telstra stuff then upgrade to 4.3.
Sent from my C6903 using xda premium
thlorin said:
I have a Telstra branded Z1, so if I flash generic stock Australian rom and change the software id to match will I still receive OTA updates like it was from the factory. Phone details are : model number: c6903 build number 14.1.g.2.259 software id : 1277-2878 r3a . thanks in advance
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I purchased a Telstra branded Z1 C6903. I can confirm after installing generic stock Australian firmware that PC companion recognises my phone as a generic C6903. I would presume that OTA will be the same. If not, I know I can always get future official updates through PC companion anyway.
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ckai said:
mmm I think I may give it another 2 weeks and see if our slack network provider pushes the update. They're generally about 3 weeks behind the world. If nothing, then I may just give this a crack.
The question is, can I hold out for 2 weeks??
I see some FTF's have 20mp auto with the camera. Is this 20 or the normal 8mp?
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Official Telstra planned release for the 4.3 update is 6th January.
http://crowdsupport.telstra.com.au/t5/Device-Updates/Handset-Software-Updates-4-12-2013/m-p/213715
trenchtractor said:
I purchased a Telstra branded Z1 C6903. I can confirm after installing generic stock Australian firmware that PC companion recognises my phone as a generic C6903. I would presume that OTA will be the same. If not, I know I can always get future official updates through PC companion anyway.
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Official Telstra planned release for the 4.3 update is 6th January.
http://crowdsupport.telstra.com.au/t5/Device-Updates/Handset-Software-Updates-4-12-2013/m-p/213715
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It takes time to bloat a ROM
Grabbed this today as my carrier in NZ hasn't pushed out the update yet, am new to this and want to make sure there won't be any issues flashing a different country FTF?
Thanks
Good news, seems that the new FW 28.0.A.8.260 is rolling out today! First devices got that update in xperia firm, so lets hope for bugfix and better touch response!
Just downloaded and flashed via flashtool/xperia firm ..... no MM ... minor system update with bugfixes ... nothing new here ... Better performance scrolling, wiping etc. No more lags with nova launcher. Touch also seems better on first sight.
Thank you ! One question, seems that pc companion update is not working today...update check doesn´t work, maybe problems on sony´s side?
It offered me the update here in Austria with Bootloader unlocked Generic German FW .... But i couldn install because of the unlock so i went the flashtool/xperia firmware route ....now i miss the root on the new update -.-
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Youre right bro!!! Seems good news....
Fingers crossed hoping a better keyboard touch response and optimized RAM managing.
Edit: After installing it, noticed an smoother screen scrolling and an AWESOME touch response, even with a 0.3mm thick tempered glass screen protector, the keyboard response is Perfect!!!
Good Job Sony.
Just Rooting W/O unlocking left
Hi !
Do you think i can skip .251 and wait the Z4 will propose me the .260 directly OTA ?
Or should I first go through .251 to be able to get to 260
I have not yet upgraded to 251 because of the touch issues...
Thanks.
kristofior said:
Hi !
I have not yet upgraded to 251 because of the touch issues...
Thanks.
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It should be no problem to flash directly to .260 with flashtool if the touch issues are better. Will update my device today with flashtool as pc companion don´t give me that option since yesterday...maybe the servers from sony mobile are not reachable within pc companion but flashtool and/or xperiafirm is the answer
Mr. Schnabel said:
Just downloaded and flashed via flashtool/xperia firm ..... no MM ... minor system update with bugfixes ... nothing new here ... Better performance scrolling, wiping etc. No more lags with nova launcher. Touch also seems better on first sight.
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Where can you download the FW?
Wreath said:
Where can you download the FW?
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You can find all information in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
It´s very easy
SirRobin78 said:
You can find all information in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
It´s very easy
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Ok, thanks!
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SirRobin78 said:
You can find all information in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
It´s very easy
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Not enough easy for me
Should you create the ftf file with or without the .ta files?
I tried without but got an errror when flashing my tablet. Some guides says with .ta and some says without.
Thanks!
Wreath said:
Should you create the ftf file with or without the .ta files?
I tried without but got an errror when flashing my tablet. Some guides says with .ta and some says without.
Thanks!
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You should create the ftf file with all the files downloaded with xperiafirm, than everything should work
androplus kernel is working on update, so I really hope that someone will make a flashable -maybe prerooted- image for TWRP.
I finally rooted+recovery after months of waiting, I'm really too lazy to restart from a FTF
One day after update my FW i think i can say it´s an improvement in touch! No problems so far will hope this problem is finally resolved!
Does anyone know if it would be safe to flash another region firmware to my tablet?
Needing this update but hasn't been released to me yet.
Mine has carrier branded firmware, they are infamous for releasing updates VERY slowly, if at all.
If it is safe, which region would you suggest?
I live in Australia.
no problem with WiFi tablet SGP712
if it would be safe to flash another region firmware to my tablet?
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Choose any FTF with should work with your preferred character set.
With the LTE versions there could be some differences with enabled radio bands or not. I would try a HK version first.
Head over to xperia cross devices. There you'll find a thread about unlocking all radio bands. Dunno if it works with SGP771.
DHGE said:
Choose any FTF with should work with your preferred character set.
With the LTE versions there could be some differences with enabled radio bands or not. I would try a HK version first.
Head over to xperia cross devices. There you'll find a thread about unlocking all radio bands. Dunno if it works with SGP771.
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Thanks for your help.
I am going to flash a HK version today and see how I go.
Is there many differences?
This won't affect having an Australian BKB50 will it?
(Sorry for so many questions, I'm new to this)
[This won't affect having an Australian BKB50 will it?
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So far I have flashed CH, central Europe and DE without any problems to my SGP712.
And this tablet has seen several continents (not AUS).
DHGE said:
So far I have flashed CH, central Europe and DE without any problems to my SGP712.
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I am having trouble getting it to boot into flashmode.
Every time I try, it just turns on?
I have reinstalled drivers, completed a factory reset.
It is driving me crazy!
Any ideas?
EDIT: I got it. Ended up holding down volume down while it booted off and it worked.
Thanks for answering all my questions
I appreciate it!
Jacobbby said:
I am having trouble getting it to boot into flashmode.
Every time I try, it just turns on?
I have reinstalled drivers, completed a factory reset.
It is driving me crazy!
Any ideas?
EDIT: I got it. Ended up holding down volume down while it booted off and it worked.
Thanks for answering all my questions
I appreciate it!
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No .260 in the UK yet so I fancy "flashing". Just one question, I understand that I can use firmware from almost anywhere but what does "customized" mean in the Xpreifirm tool? I have an unbranded SGP712 so don't suddenly want to be locked into a vendor's bloatware!
Thanks
A word of caution if flashing an ftf. Make sure MXTP is disabled - especially if you reset after flashing or you will brick your tablet. This because I was stupid and forgot, resulting in my tablet having to go away for repair. Point of note - Sony UK offered to fix it but quoted 7 - 10 days turnaround. O2 did it in 3.
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For those who have flashed the US firmware on your E6653 only to realize the Fingerprint scanner is not working, there's a simple way to get it working.
You need to rebuild the package with Flashtool
1. Download US firmware (E6603)
2. Download UK firmware (E6653)
* make sure you have checked "Unpack automatically" when downloading the firmwares
3. Open both folders and you'll need to replace the two following files in the US folder with the two from the UK folder
- elabel-E6653-row-row_201511160924345.1_32.0.A.6.200_S1-ELABEL-LIVE-F936-PID1-0004-MMC.sin
- oem_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
4. In Flashtool, go to Tools > Bundles > Create
5. Select the folder containing the US Firmware which you replaced the files with the UK ones.
6. Select/Enter the device, Branding and Version
7. Select All items in the Left box and move them to the Right
8. Click Create
Now flash it as you would normally do.
Test on mine. Working fine, I even gained the "Download Internet settings" option which I was missing before.
** I'm not responsible for anything going wrong or not working. My Device is work with no issues. Do at your own risk!
Thanks, I'm giving it a try as soon as i get back my z5 from warranty.
Are you seeing an improved battery life or cell quality now that you have the US version flashed? And would it be possible to change/replace the hosts file through unpacking the firmware before flashing?
Thanks, I will give it a try
Archos866 said:
Are you seeing an improved battery life or cell quality now that you have the US version flashed? And would it be possible to change/replace the hosts file through unpacking the firmware before flashing?
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I can't say really, I had the Z5 for than 24h before I tried flashing the us version, so never really used a full charge on the carrier's firmware. All I can say though I My Z3 seems to have a better battery life.
As for changing/replacing the hosts file, I'm not sure I follow. here's a list of files the firmware contains.
amss_fsg_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
amss_fs_1_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
amss_fs_2_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
apps_log_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
auto-boot.ta
cache_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
cust-reset.ta
diag_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
elabel-E6653-row-row_201511160924345.1_32.0.A.6.200_S1-ELABEL-LIVE-F936-PID1-0004-MMC.sin
fota-reset.ta
fotakernel_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
fwinfo.xml
kernel_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
loader.sin
modem_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
oem_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
osv-restriction.ta
partition-image_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MBR.sin
persist_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
ramdump_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
reset-non-secure-adb.ta
simlock.ta
ssd_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
system_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
update.xml
userdata_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
Did it. It works I don't really know what it brings though. Newer baseband version? Better battery life? Better reception?
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Did it. It works I don't really know what it brings though. Newer baseband version? Better battery life? Better reception?
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Not sure, but I tempted to do this again but also changing the modem_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin file for the Bell version. I've unlocked a Bell Z5 and using it on Telus, my signal isn't the best (according to the signal bars) but reception and data is fine......
Neoxide said:
Not sure, but I tempted to do this again but also changing the modem_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin file for the Bell version. I've unlocked a Bell Z5 and using it on Telus, my signal isn't the best (according to the signal bars) but reception and data is fine......
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I will try the Bell firmware too tomorrow (makes sense since I'm from Montréal, on Vidéotron's network though). I'm using the Vodafone UK firmware at the moment, but I realised it installed some carrier-specific bloat I can't uninstall or disable so...
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I will try the Bell firmware too tomorrow (makes sense since I'm from Montréal, on Vidéotron's network though). I'm using the Vodafone UK firmware at the moment, but I realised it installed some carrier-specific bloat I can't uninstall or disable so...
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Just make sure you use the CUSTOMIZE US firmware but replace those files above. I'm downloading the Bell firmware right now to grab that modem file and try it with US customize version.
Flash this version E6603_Customized US_1300-4290_32.0.A.6.209_R4B
replace these two files with the ones from E6653_Customized UK_1298-5496_32.0.A.6.200_R11B
elabel-E6653-row-row_201511160924345.1_32.0.A.6.200_S1-ELABEL-LIVE-F936-PID1-0004-MMC.sin
oem_S1-SW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
and modem file from E6653_Bell Mobility CA_1298-7702_32.0.A.6.200_R6B
modem_S1-MODEMSW-LIVE-F936-PID1-0006-MMC.sin
I'll let you know once I flashed it. Maybe I could just share the FTF file if it works, it'll save you downloading all three firmware.
Where are you guys downloading the US firmware from? I haven't been able to locate any source. In fact, searching for "E6603_Customized US_1300-4290_32.0.A.6.209_R4B" turns up only this thread, lol.
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Where are you guys downloading the US firmware from? I haven't been able to locate any source. In fact, searching for "E6603_Customized US_1300-4290_32.0.A.6.209_R4B" turns up only this thread, lol.
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On Xperifirm. Just install Flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
neonixxx said:
Where are you guys downloading the US firmware from? I haven't been able to locate any source. In fact, searching for "E6603_Customized US_1300-4290_32.0.A.6.209_R4B" turns up only this thread, lol.
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Download xperiafirm,it is included with flashtool by androxyde.
Looking forward to doing this! How do I not wipe my data? Forgetting if it's a checkbox or not flashing a file...
cj1171 said:
Looking forward to doing this! How do I not wipe my data? Forgetting if it's a checkbox or not flashing a file...
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When you're about to flash the ROM, Flashtool let you choose the partitions you want to wipe (they're all unchecked by default)
Phazonclash said:
On Xperifirm. Just install Flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
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gm007 said:
Download xperiafirm,it is included with flashtool by androxyde.
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Thanks, guys. I have Flashtool, but it wasn't syncing devices properly, so it had me thinking the Z5 firmwares weren't on there for some reason. Got it working now, though.
so on hardware the fingerprin scanner is there on the US z5 but not in software??
Just wanted to report back and add a +1 for this. It worked for me and the phone seems to be running just fine.
Really hoping that the newer firmware just maybe might fix the bluetooth connection issues this phone has.
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Where are you guys downloading the US firmware from? I haven't been able to locate any source. In fact, searching for "E6603_Customized US_1300-4290_32.0.A.6.209_R4B" turns up only this thread, lol.
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Xperifirm (install Flashtool, it's included)
So they included the actual scanner but turned it off? Why...
Edit - never mind. You mean you're in the US and have an imported version. I still wonder why they didn't include the scanner.
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so on hardware the fingerprin scanner is there on the US z5 but not in software??
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Duh ofcourse you think they would make a new phone just for usa? Its due to legal reason that sony had to disable it.