I just received my Unlocked D6603 Xperia Z3 earlier this morning, which I ordered directly from my local Sony Store and backed up its firmware using PC Companion and Flashtool. I previously had a D6603 that I purchased locked from Rogers and just wanted to share this with my fellow Canadians since no body else was able to provide and share this because it's different from the Generic Global firmware I've tried on my Rogers Xperia Z3. But I'm not sure if it's the same as the Generic US firmware because I've never tried it, nor really wanted to because it's a customized version. This is the official version directly from Sony Style Canada and your local carrier's APN settings should automatically be setup once turning on your device after flashing it with this firmware. Tested with a Rogers & Fido nanoSIM cards and both APN settings for each carrier were installed upon turning on the phone.
Generic CA v23.0.A.2.93:
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Edit (Update): Generic CA v23.0.1.A.5.77:
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No need for this actually. Updates are available to download though Flashtool
On the top menu bar... Devices -> Check for updates
khhhhris said:
No need for this actually. Updates are available to download though Flashtool
On the top menu bar... Devices -> Check for updates
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I know that, but this is Generic, unbranded and different form the Global Generic. It's not on that list on Flashtool.
Flava0ne said:
I know that, but this is Generic, unbranded and different form the Global Generic. Not on that list on Flashtool.
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My mistake, apologies
Xperia Z3 D6603
thank goodness your here bro i was looking for this all the time i bought mine at pacific centre at down town Vancouver,BC,Canada directly from sony store unlocked but forgot to make backup of mine. Which as of now currently i flashed a Customized LAM GEL 23.0.1.A.5.77 which is not from Canada to make an upgrade but, was a mistake now cant connect mine on flashmode i'd hope this resolve the issue. Friend if ever you came up of an update for Canada like 23.0.1.A.5.77 plz make another backup.
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thank goodness your here bro i was looking for this all the time i bought mine at pacific centre at down town Vancouver,BC,Canada directly from sony store unlocked but forgot to make backup of mine. Which as of now currently i flashed a Customized LAM GEL 23.0.1.A.5.77 which is not from Canada to make an upgrade but, was a mistake now cant connect mine on flashmode i'd hope this resolve the issue. Friend if ever you came up of an update for Canada like 23.0.1.A.5.77 plz make another backup.
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No problem and will do when the update comes around to us, hit me up a thanks if I helped you out, it helps me out.
sure thing no problem btw plz don't unlock your bootloader like me if you forget to backup the ta partition containing drm keys and its features bro can you make a backup of your ta partion and kindly upload it if yours still locked bootloader you can find the tool in sony cross oem development forum. thanks once again.
nolihowell said:
sure thing no problem btw plz don't unlock your bootloader like me if you forget to backup the ta partition containing drm keys and its features bro can you make a backup of your ta partion and kindly upload it if yours still locked bootloader you can find the tool in sony cross oem development forum. thanks once again.
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Yeah but you need root to do that and the only way currently is to unlock the bootloader. I'm waiting for root with locked bootloader so that I can do this.
23.0.1.A.5.77 Just became available. I'm downloading it right now with PC Companion then going to create the FTF with Flashtool when done. I'll update my first post with download links to it once I've uploaded it to my Media-Fire account.
tnx man for doing this you contributed something that others cannot.
Thanks man, haven't seen an update ever on Rogers... much appreciated!
Just uploaded 23.0.1.A.5.77 and updated my first post with download links.
I flashed your 23.0.1.A.5.77 over top of the Bell firmware, everything working great.
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I know that, but this is Generic, unbranded and different form the Global Generic. It's not on that list on Flashtool.
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I think the generic US/Canada firmware is known as Customized US (customization number: 1288-7827). That's what it's referred to on XperiFirm and the Xperia arc's Generic US/CA firmware use the same name.
My update appeared this morning. Unlocked on Wind.
DdcCabuslay said:
I think the generic US/Canada firmware is known as Customized US (customization number: 1288-7827). That's what it's referred to on XperiFirm and the Xperia arc's Generic US/CA firmware use the same name.
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Good to know. I never knew that nor even wanted to try it because it was labeled as Customized.
Thanks for the rom! I was using generic and just switched and lte signal has improved a bit
What were the differences between this and the Rogers one?
Just no Rogers bloatware
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What were the differences between this and the Rogers one?
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And the ability to use the built-in answering machine, if you so choose
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I have been reading and thought i would see what others have done with the rogers version of the play.
If you have unlocked and rooted please share what steps you did.
I have one that was originally locked and branded from Rogers. First, I purchased a unique network unlock code specific for the IMEI on my PLAY, from Theunlock.ca. Then completely de-branded it by flashing it with a R800i generic UK firmware using FlashTool from one of the many useful tutorials on here. And used GingerBreak to sucessfully root it. Let me know if you want the links and I'll post them up for you.
That would be great if you could post the links, have you noticed any issues since unlocking and rooting?
What version you on?
i'm at 2.3.2
Thanks for the reply
I'm on v2.3.2 as well and no issues at all since I unlocked/de-branded/rooted it. I'll post the links tomorrow cause I'm out for the night.
FYI, once you de-brand it, you gotta manually put in the Rogers APN settings to get back on the network. But I'll post all that with the links tomorrow.
EDIT: Links are below:
Purchase A Network Unlock Code:
• http://www.theunlock.ca/
FlashTool Topic Thread:
• http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746 (you must install the ggsetup-2.2.0.10.exe that's included in the drivers folder of FlashTool in order for it to work)
Xperia Play_Release_Generic UK.ftf File Download Thread:
• http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1048422
GingerBreak APK Topic Thread:
• http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765
Rogers APN Settings:
• APN Name: Rogers (or whatever you want)
• APN: rogers-core-appl1.apn
• Proxy: Not Set
• Port: Not Set
• Username: Not Set
• Password: Not Set
• Server: Not Set
• MMSC: http://mms.gprs.rogers.com
• MMS Proxy: 10.128.1.69
• MMS Port: 80
• MCC: 302
• MNC: 720
• Authentication Type: Not Set
• APN Type: Not Set
If you need any help, feel free to PM me or just reply back to this thread!
Thanks for the great info, this will be helpful to all us canadian rogers users.
How is your battery life?
I get 2 days of normal use, calls, email, texting, no gaming though.
About the same, but if gaming for maybe a total of 2 hours a day, only a day.
Thanks again, I'm running win 7 64 bit. what are you running?
I can see me having issue's, I'm waiting for my unlock code and have just started to read the steps.
So what would happen if you attempt to recover using Sony's app, will it restore it factory fresh with rogers bloat?
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Flava0ne said:
I have one that was originally locked and branded from Rogers. First, I purchased a unique network unlock code specific for the IMEI on my PLAY, from Theunlock.ca. Then completely de-branded it by flashing it with a R800i generic UK firmware using FlashTool from one of the many useful tutorials on here. And used GingerBreak to sucessfully root it. Let me know if you want the links and I'll post them up for you.
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So no problems on 3G? I've got an unbranded/unlocked r800a model I've been contemplating flashing with the 2.3.3 generic UK build, but I'm a little leery with reports that it upgrades the baseband on the phone and I don't want to hose the radio. Don't know if the generic UK 2.3.2 build has a baseband update though.
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Thanks again, I'm running win 7 64 bit. what are you running?
I can see me having issue's, I'm waiting for my unlock code and have just started to read the steps.
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I'm on Windows 7 64-bit.
DarthVR6 said:
So what would happen if you attempt to recover using Sony's app, will it restore it factory fresh with rogers bloat?
Sent from my R800a using XDA App
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So far, PC Companion keeps saying that my phone is up to date even if I manually search for the 2.3.3 update.
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So no problems on 3G? I've got an unbranded/unlocked r800a model I've been contemplating flashing with the 2.3.3 generic UK build, but I'm a little leery with reports that it upgrades the baseband on the phone and I don't want to hose the radio. Don't know if the generic UK 2.3.2 build has a baseband update though.
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No problems with 3G at all, you just have to put in your carrier's APN settings after flashing with the generic UK fw. ATM, I don't think I'll be updating to 2.3.3 yet until you're able to get root access on it on a locked bootloader.
No problems with 3G at all, you just have to put in your carrier's APN settings after flashing with the generic UK fw. ATM, I don't think I'll be updating to 2.3.3 yet until you're able to get root access on it on a locked bootloader.
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Yeah I've got a phone that the bootloader could be unlocked, but I'm saving it as a last resort. If 2.3.3 becomes rootable this gives me some relief that I have another option in case the US dev model of the R800a doesn't get official love from SE.
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I'm on Windows 7 64-bit.
So far, PC Companion keeps saying that my phone is up to date even if I manually search for the 2.3.3 update.
No problems with 3G at all, you just have to put in your carrier's APN settings after flashing with the generic UK fw. ATM, I don't think I'll be updating to 2.3.3 yet until you're able to get root access on it on a locked bootloader.
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Hey Flava
Since using the stock generic UK fw - have you come across any random freezing or lag with the Xperia Play? Im still using Rogers fw but have uninstalled almost all SE Bloat - yet more often than not, it chugs or gets choppy ... can't figure out why...
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Hey Flava
Since using the stock generic UK fw - have you come across any random freezing or lag with the Xperia Play? Im still using Rogers fw but have uninstalled almost all SE Bloat - yet more often than not, it chugs or gets choppy ... can't figure out why...
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No freezing issues at all with the stock generic UK fw and it only get's choppy on initial boot up. I have my screen timeout set to 1 minute and I noticed that after rebooting it, if I don't slide the locker immediately and wait for the screen to timeout before doing so, it's just as if I never rebooted it at all and is pretty snappy right after that. I also have Memory Booster installed and set on Level 3 (max) boost setting on boot.
Ok I ran gingerbreak, and all seems good so far.
So now with the flash tool it looks like it is for the x10, so putting the Xperia Play_Release_Generic UK.ftf in the firmware folder is aall that is needed?
this seems so easy,
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No freezing issues at all with the stock generic UK fw and it only get's choppy on initial boot up. I have my screen timeout set to 1 minute and I noticed that after rebooting it, if I don't slide the locker immediately and wait for the screen to timeout before doing so, it's just as if I never rebooted it at all and is pretty snappy right after that. I also have Memory Booster installed and set on Level 3 (max) boost setting on boot.
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Did u have freezing issues with the Rogers fw? I just moved a bunch of games and apps over to my SD and now it seems to be a lot better...I think I had about 75mb of space left..now I have over 150mb... hope this really has resolved the issue. Lmk...ill def upgrade if generic UK Dwight u had the same issue...
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Ok I ran gingerbreak, and all seems good so far.
So now with the flash tool it looks like it is for the x10, so putting the Xperia Play_Release_Generic UK.ftf in the firmware folder is aall that is needed?
this seems so easy,
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Yup, just place the generic UK fw in the firmware folder. But you're going to need to use GingerBreak once again to root it after flashing it with the fw. Also, no need to reconnect it to FlashTool after flashing it, because it won't recognize the PLAY after that. You're going to need to download a version of Busybox Installer and Superuser from the Market prior to rooting it. Then once rooted, open up Busybox Installer and install it on your PLAY.
So basically, as recap, it is:
1 - Remove SIM-lock with network unlock code
2 - Install FlashTool
3 - Flash Generic UK firmware
4 - Run GingerBreak
5 - Restore Rogers APN settings for data
I've been contempling this since I got my Rogers Xperia Play mid-May, and I want to make sure I don't mess it up (i.e. brick it).
I have a few questions, though:
1 - Is the network unlocked really necessary?
I'm under contract with for 3-years and I'm not planning to change anytime soon anyway so if I can save a few bucks and not get the network unlock code, I'll be fine. The reason I ask is because I did not noticed that unlocking the bootloader is necessary, thus the reason why I ask if necessary
2 - Is GingerBreak (root) necessary as well?
All I really want is 2.3.3, which is not rootable yet (from what I read, correct me if I'm wrong). I don't mind (yet) for the root as all my applications run fine and the only reason I would need root is to run Titanium Backup to remove bloatware, which is already not present on the UK Generic ROM.
3 - Double-check that flashing an R800i ROM on R800a hardware doesn't mess with 3G bands/baseband.
My friend has the Xperia Arc (LT15a Rogers) and flashed the UK Generic too (LT15i) and has no problems, and I just want to make sure it runs as smoothly on my Play than his Arc.
By the way: I've had a Xperia X10a before and have knowledge on how to flash etc., but I'm just making 100% SURE on that I won't run into any issues with my Xperia Play.
Thanks!
cedrikfd said:
So basically, as recap, it is:
1 - Remove SIM-lock with network unlock code
2 - Install FlashTool
3 - Flash Generic UK firmware
4 - Run GingerBreak
5 - Restore Rogers APN settings for data
I've been contempling this since I got my Rogers Xperia Play mid-May, and I want to make sure I don't mess it up (i.e. brick it).
I have a few questions, though:
1 - Is the network unlocked really necessary?
I'm under contract with for 3-years and I'm not planning to change anytime soon anyway so if I can save a few bucks and not get the network unlock code, I'll be fine. The reason I ask is because I did not noticed that unlocking the bootloader is necessary, thus the reason why I ask if necessary
2 - Is GingerBreak (root) necessary as well?
All I really want is 2.3.3, which is not rootable yet (from what I read, correct me if I'm wrong). I don't mind (yet) for the root as all my applications run fine and the only reason I would need root is to run Titanium Backup to remove bloatware, which is already not present on the UK Generic ROM.
3 - Double-check that flashing an R800i ROM on R800a hardware doesn't mess with 3G bands/baseband.
My friend has the Xperia Arc (LT15a Rogers) and flashed the UK Generic too (LT15i) and has no problems, and I just want to make sure it runs as smoothly on my Play than his Arc.
By the way: I've had a Xperia X10a before and have knowledge on how to flash etc., but I'm just making 100% SURE on that I won't run into any issues with my Xperia Play.
Thanks!
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Unlocking the network on your PLAY is totally up to you and is not necessary at all. It's just a matter of preference. I unlocked my PLAY so that if I go out of the country on a vacation or something, all I have to do is purchase a pay-as-you-go SIM card from that country and use it on my unlocked PLAY, instead of having to pay ridiculous roaming and data roaming charges from Rogers.
ATM, I'm sticking with v2.3.2 which is rootable via GingerBreak because I like to customize a lot of stuff on my PLAY. The generic UK fw still has a few "bloatware" pre-installed minus all the Rogers crap and I want to be able to freeze those apps from running, not uninstall them cause I don't feel too confident that I won't run into any problems if I do so. So if I do, I just defrost the app that I froze and that was giving my problems. So rooting your PLAY, again, is totally up to you and is not necessary at all.
Regarding flashing the R800i fw onto your R800a, all you gotta do is manually put in the Rogers APN settings and everything with be just fine.
Flava0ne said:
GingerBreak APK Topic Thread:
• http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765
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I'm up to here, and I'm stuck on how to get the apk to the phones internal memory. Is there something I'm missing?
You flash a/i firmware depending on which network carrier you use. If your network provider ships (a) phones, then you should flash (a) firmware if you want 3G/UMTS. If your carrier ships (i) phones, then flash (i) firmware to use 3G/UMTS.
Hi Guys,
I was just in the process of setting up drivers and such on my Win 8 Machine for Flashtool to install the UK Unbranded .453 onto my 3 Branded Device and what pops up in the Background... Sony Companion with .253...
Updating right now!
So 3UK Users go and have a peek!
Enjoy!
still no update here.
uk handtec unit on rogers Canada network.
I have an unbranded rom but am on O2 in the UK. No update here. Seems strange that they will update different networks at different times in the same country. Sure there is a method to their madness but frustrating!
Yes..
Couldn't wait any more for unbranded update, so flashed my 3 handset back to 3 ROM and update came in straight away, yippee..
Nice to have stock browser back, but lost "my files" file explorer? can any one post this please, downloaded a few of market but nothing compares to this.
Overall awesome update, very quick and responsive, menus and screens seem allot blacker now as well.
I'm on 3 UK and don't have any update notification either on sony companion or OTA
Edit: Oh maybe because i flashed an unbranded rom. I take it this update isn't 4.2?
Edit 2: Eh, i just manually updated to a non-branded version. Seems way smoother so far and loving the colour adjustments.
any news guys for the UK unbranded
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any news guys for the UK unbranded
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As everyone everywhere on every network seems to think they're first to announce the update, keep an eye out for a new thread to tell us.
Xperia Z1 compact (D5503) Generic UA firmware (.FTF)
Downloaded through Sony PC Companion
Android version: 4.4.4
Baseband: 8974-AAAAANAZQ-10270054-51
Kernel: 3.4.0-perf-g0109737 [email protected] #1 Thu Jun 12 14:20:25 2014
Build number: 14.4.A.0.108
Phone Software Version: 1275-9486_14.4.A.0.108 GENERIC - user
File System Version: GLOBAL-LTE_14.4.A.0.108
Customization Version: 1279-4053_R3C
Branding: Generic UA (unbranded)
https://mega.co.nz/#!ElR0QTjJ!Genap4CzcOtHjWEcHjH0Bt6uYHnNSIapsGfK0ol1bzc
MD5: C59B74DCF2ED86585DDA6C96FCEF7B1F
SHA-1: AF173CB41D902E7FBD40EA17ABE05FE09F70172A
I have never seen that customization number before. Could you fill in this thread with details on where you bought your phone, whether you bought it through your network operator or bought SIM-free etc?: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2722908
I wish I could, when I got it it was already second hand but I suspect that it has been previously rooted or had another ROM flashed.. I will try locate the box for it. All I can say is that I believe it was SIM free originally and I am in the UK.
I also received update notice today that new system update available
14.4.A.0.108 which i think is 4.4.4
did not bother installing it and i am also from uk
Still no joy, uk unbranded.
I guess this may add some confusion now because he update checker shows 1792 and 4053 as generic.
The question is what is the difference between these two? I suspect one of them is not generic!
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I guess this may add some confusion now because he update checker shows 1792 and 4053 as generic.
The question is what is the difference between these two? I suspect one of them is not generic!
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Looks like a later revision phone. Should be fine IMO. Will flash it tonight and see :good:
Flashed successfully, previously stock UK 4.4.2 (.761) :good:
Only problem is the LTE icon instead of 4G as it was previously. Don't know why it would have changed if this is also the UK version.
codified said:
Flashed successfully, previously stock UK 4.4.2 (.761) :good:
Only problem is the LTE icon instead of 4G as it was previously. Don't know why it would have changed if this is also the UK version.
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Settings => More... => Mobile networks => Data roaming.
If it's an UK rom, you will see an option for 'National roaming'.
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Settings => More... => Mobile networks => Data roaming.
If it's an UK rom, you will see an option for 'National roaming'.
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Nope, with this ROM, there is just a tickbox for data roaming, nothing for national roaming
I have no LTE coverage where I am so cannot check the LTE icon, but these screenshots indicate LTE rather than 4G.
I have not seen the national roaming on this or the previous version, I will check some other phones later today.
Settings => More... => Mobile networks => Data roaming.
If it's an UK rom, you will see an option for 'National roaming'.
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I have just checked another Generic UK Z1C (1279-4727 - 14.3.A.0.757) and there is no option there either.
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I have no LTE coverage where I am so cannot check the LTE icon, but these screenshots indicate LTE rather than 4G.
I have not seen the national roaming on this or the previous version, I will check some other phones later today.
I have just checked another Generic UK Z1C (1279-4727 - 14.3.A.0.757) and there is no option there either.
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Strange, ive got that option in .757 1279-5054.3 unbranded but only shows 4g(preferred) etc etc in Network mode and no LTE option. Could it be down to the default network modes set in the service menu that makes it show or not?
Ive still not got 4.4.4 offered through pc companion or .761 either. Would flashing the roms using flash tool but still have a locked bootloader stop these from appearing? Im wanting to fresh install the phone and root using the new method and have a lot of crap on internal storage i want rid of.
Hi, thanks for sharing.
Can some one post deodexed version of this firmware ?
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Hi, thanks for sharing.
Can some one post deodexed version of this firmware ?
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Why do you want the deodexed version?
My UK Z1C was from Carphone Warehouse so is unbranded, no offer of the Android 4.4.4 update yet either.
Anyone know if this update fixes the horrendous bugs the first KitKat update brought in? I bought the phone for the camera, its been useless since KitKat, talk about 'missing the moment' every time you try to take a pic and it takes 20 seconds to load the camera, lol
I have looked up this 1279-4053 using the excellent XperiFirm tool (which gets its data straight from the official Sony servers) and it turns out that this customization is for UKRAINE, not for United Kingdom:
This thread title should be updated to say "Generic UA Unbranded" for clarity!
I have uploaded an FTF of the actual 1279-4727 United Kingdom customization (with the national data roaming option present) here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...tock-rom-xperia-z1c-d5503-14-4-0-108-t2839005
Confirm, customization 1279-4053 - is "Generic UA" (Ukraine)
Thread updated, now I know the origin of my phone.
[STOCK ROM][FTF]Xperia Z1c (D5503) 14.4.A.0.118 Vodafone DE
Hi, I just want to let you know that I extracted the last Firmware 14.4.A.0.118 (Vodafone DE)
you can download it here: https://cloud.rimkus.tk/public.php?service=files&t=80b78f271e81b93186ed4c342607f8f1
Is this rom can be used for z1c SO-02F....??
Is this rom can be used for z1c SO-02F...?
Hi guys, I bought z2 from dubai, when i came for vacation in india, it is not working as it is not taking any sim cards in india, i flashed it with al most all versions ftf but still it is not taking any sim cards. There is no (X) in sim lock but all figures are 0. When i tried to search the network mannualy, i found that there is no option for selecting network mannually. so guys please help to find a solution.
Maybe its hardware problem no software.
Etisalat dubai sim working
No when I put dubai Etisalat sim it works perfectly, but after flashing within version ftf even that Sim is also not working please help me
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No when I put dubai Etisalat sim it works perfectly, but after flashing within version ftf even that Sim is also not working please help me
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Did you flash the wrong models ftf? Like d6502 on d6503?
BTW if you sim doesn't work in the phone flashing a ftf won't fix it. Ftf files contain customisations stock bloatware and things, not addition sim support.
No I flashed only for d6503 and the most interesting part is I don't have the option to select network manually
You can use Emma program from sony. To back on stock its very easy.
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Free mobile app
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Now I m on PC here is link: http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/how-to-download-and-install-the-flash-tool/
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You can use Emma program from sony. To back on stock its very easy.
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Free mobile app
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Now I m on PC here is link: http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/how-to-download-and-install-the-flash-tool/
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Bro i tried it but no use, as well as i am wonder my phone doesnt have network manager option, i flashed with Commercial and journalist, middle east, US, UK tfts but all same...... can you tell me how i can access to network manager atleast *4636# also checked it is showing USA band, still it is not reading sim
Has anyone got any idea when lollipop will be released in the UK for the Sony Z1 C6903 ??
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open a new Thread for this?
I think they will certify a new firmware and fix the current issues and rool it out to every region, just be patient current realese is bad; no clear audio, charging issue, memory issue...
Still looking forward to it.
is past updates are anything to go by it'll be months before we get it
I thought of that too. I think that they will release another firmware with bugs fixed...
I tweeted Xperia UK and had no reply yet, also tweeted 3 UK as my phone was from them and they did come back but said they have no timescale yet
I don't understand the logic one of the largest and most lucrative markets has to wait the longest.
I just installed the HK prerooted firmware after doing a full backup its in English and i have everything working.
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I just installed the HK prerooted firmware after doing a full backup its in English and i have everything working.
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I'm new to the Z1 but I wouldn't recommend that ROM because the Hong Kong release is for the GLOBAL-LTE network. You want something like the generic France release which uses EURO-LTE.
Here's what I did.
1. Use XperiFirm and download 1276-5833 (Generic France that uses the same EURO-LTE network as the UK)
2. Use Flashtool to create an FTF from the download
3. Use PRFCreator to pre-root the ROM. Include SuperSU, XZDualRecovery (flashable) and select all of the checkboxes
4. Copy the flashable ZIP to your phone
5. Boot to TWRP and wipe cache, data, dalvik, system and then select to install the ZIP that you copied to the phone
You can debloat the ROM by using a file manager that supports root e.g. ES File Explorer.
Here's a question for everyone though. Is the option to use GSM (2G) only removed from Lollipop? I don't see the option anymore and I'm not sure if it's due to a region specific /vendor/overlay/ change.
ImADev said:
....................Here's a question for everyone though. Is the option to use GSM (2G) only removed from Lollipop? I don't see the option anymore and I'm not sure if it's due to a region specific /vendor/overlay/ change.
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nope......I have Generic IT 1276-0557 and I HAVE the option to use GSM(2G) only.........
cingolat said:
nope......I have Generic IT 1276-0557 and I HAVE the option to use GSM(2G) only.........
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Thanks.
So it's going to be a country specifc change in /vendor/overlay/ then. What people don't realise is that the ROM's they're installing for other countries are all slightly different. Some of them will display LTE instead of 4G, some will restrict options and some won't use things like fast dormancy. The included apps and basebands are also different.
ImADev said:
Thanks.
So it's going to be a country specifc change in /vendor/overlay/ then. What people don't realise is that the ROM's they're installing for other countries are all slightly different. Some of them will display LTE instead of 4G, some will restrict options and some won't use things like fast dormancy. The included apps and basebands are also different.
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yes.....I think the same me too.......is for that reason that I had and I will install always rom from my specific country, and it's for that reason that I make a post with pre-rooted lollipop generic IT for Italian people, where I came from :highfive:
Rumoured to be tomorrow morning for z1 O2 in the UK. Z1c gets it later on the same day. According to posts in O2 forums.
Looks like Vodafone version is released. Nothing on other carriers or generic
It's not on Vodafone as yet either via OTA or PC Companion, as I've just checked...]
It's available via PC Companion ...
Yup, Vodafone rolling out now on PC but no OTA!
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Rumoured to be tomorrow morning for z1 O2 in the UK. Z1c gets it later on the same day. According to posts in O2 forums.
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Wow that was pretty accurate.
The generic, O2 and Vodafone versions have been released. Mines a Vodafone version and it offers me the update via the phone itself, but I'm going to flash the generic one since I don't actually use Vodafone and don't want any of their bundled apps.
Apart from an app called Discover and one called Updates; those are the only two "forced apps" on the Z1 via Vodafone. Which of course can be disabled...
Sky Sports Mobile TV no longer works, I've posted a comment on their forum to make them aware of this issue