[BRICK ALERT] 9.0 OTA 50.XXXX .342 (RU,BY,KAZ users 1st, you?) - Sony Xperia XA2 Guides, News, & Discussion

Guys, Russia, Belorussia and Kazakhstan started to receive 950Mb OTA from yesterday.
Lot users report black/grey line/white screen on boot, touch response, but screen not working. Sony Companion software doesn't recover (downloading same OTA firmware).
There are reports of broken TWRP and loosing TA.
Guys on 4PDA do some research, but no clear workaround yet
Most of issues with dual sim H4113 units.
Sony support confirmed mass issues, "soon" they fix it.
Be aware

Anyone downloaded this firmware using XperiFirm? I like to keep all the firmwares as ftfs, even if they have bugs

ch3mn3y said:
Anyone downloaded this firmware using XperiFirm? I like to keep all the firmwares as ftfs, even if they have bugs
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it was removed from XperiFirm yesterday evening or this morning right after blame wave over support, only .123 left there. Bugged one was removed according to 4PDA member who was tracking this. I can only ask him upload if he has it on local drive.

tftgosu said:
it was removed from XperiFirm yesterday evening or this morning right after blame wave over support, only .123 left there. Bugged one was removed according to 4PDA member who was tracking this. I can only ask him upload if he has it on local drive.
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If You could it would be great. Some people may like to try, even if it's dangerous. And I would feel better having all available firmwares

ch3mn3y said:
If You could it would be great. Some people may like to try, even if it's dangerous. And I would feel better having all available firmwares
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one member shared this: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WNJ9jAjNC8ahQSEo9LK5G4JNp0b1IpRy/view?usp=sharing
*haven't check myself contents
2nd pending... i will edit this post.
update:
link (yandex.disk)
Contents:
A2 - downloaded by FleshTool.
The other one from XperiaFirm.
credit goes to 4pda member: Toshax

tftgosu said:
one member shared this: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WNJ9jAjNC8ahQSEo9LK5G4JNp0b1IpRy/view?usp=sharing
*haven't check myself contents
2nd pending... i will edit this post.
update:
link (yandex.disk)
Contents:
A2 - downloaded by FleshTool.
The other one from XperiaFirm.
credit goes to 4pda member: Toshax
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Thanks. I already downloaded the one before and created ftf (with (i think) working fsc script).
Maybe stupid queswtion, but what is meaning of "A2"? Found it on 4PDA.

ch3mn3y said:
Thanks. I already downloaded the one before and created ftf (with (i think) working fsc script).
Maybe stupid queswtion, but what is meaning of "A2"?
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dunno ;D guy decided to determine that marked a2 are firmware downloaded from different tool i guess. nothing behind dat.

Yep, found his post. One is downloaded using FlashTools' XperiFirm other via standalone XperiFirm. Or at least that's how I understand his post.

Did recover over 7 pcs of XA2 H4113. Had them as my employees devices.
Utilizing Sony Companion, since they had draw back 9.0 from there and replaced with XXX.123 (8.0), had to use wipe data option, otherwise it didn't work.
S/W downloads .123 and flashes it. Device seems to work as before, but some minor bugs pop-out from time to time: like Settings app crash, camera crash (on mode change), no more grey lines (buit-in tests show pass)
All of my devices were locked BL, and no OEM unlock allowed. Not flashed any custom firmware./twrp.
That helped me, but not everyone, some ppl with same state couldn't return to normal, in worst cases they played to much with bugged screen and it went hardware broken (overheat)...
The cure is not for everyone, like as that decease, there are cases of successful updating for 9.0 pie same device. Very very strange...
Had phone call from Sony after all flame, they said using Sony Companion is the only solution currently officially available, even service centers do the same procedure. Regarding stable 9.0 Pie they will report additionally.

Don't you guys have older firmwares from the flash tool? I can already imagine sony just leaving xa2 unupdated forever as they won't even try

davidhozic said:
Don't you guys have older firmwares from the flash tool? I can already imagine sony just leaving xa2 unupdated forever as they won't even try
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XperiFirm has them, 8.0 all the way, please check if you need them.
Those failure 9.0 are in the links above, on your own risk, i'm not the owner.
XA2 will be updated of course, 9.0 is on road-map along with 10. It's just delayed due failures in RU/BY/KAZ, Sony girl said: "... and i think it will happen (9.0) in March" when we talk last week, i tend to believe her . And ofc i will share all the guides if i receive (looks like for failed devices we will utilize Sony companion with reset, that's just thoughts)

tftgosu said:
XperiFirm has them, 8.0 all the way, please check if you need them.
Those failure 9.0 are in the links above, on your own risk, i'm not the owner.
XA2 will be updated of course, 9.0 is on road-map along with 10. It's just delayed due failures in RU/BY/KAZ, Sony girl said: "... and i think it will happen (9.0) in March" when we talk last week, i tend to believe her . And ofc i will share all the guides if i receive (looks like for failed devices we will utilize Sony companion with reset, that's just thoughts)
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Well I need the CE1 or UK firmware and I assume you don't have those

davidhozic said:
Well I need the CE1 or UK firmware and I assume you don't have those
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never heard they launched it for other regions, only 3rd grade countries were involved as pre-launch stage, kinda rough start to be honest. And as i was told global launch is shifted from 4th of March until resolved all potential risks, another test loop involved.
Did you saw something regarding CE/UK somewhere?

My phone's support app was claiming there was an update but it doesn't anymore, idk maybe it wasn't for android P

davidhozic said:
My phone's support app was claiming there was an update but it doesn't anymore, idk maybe it wasn't for android P
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are you on .123 firmware at the moment?

tftgosu said:
are you on .123 firmware at the moment?
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A.13.123 yes

Guys, there was popped notification of 9.0 ota once again, couple days ago. Keeping in mind that previous one killed my screen driver, I decided to wait, but same day ota disappeared (cis regions)...
4pda guys now have completely different experience:
- blank screen on boot (just delay or constant)
- bad camera app experience, especially over 4k mode
- shorter battery life
Be careful.
Links:
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=908380&st=880
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=882003&st=4080

The update is successful. Installed this morning by Xperia companion on my XA2 single SIM, everything is fine and the battery lasts longer. The only thing is that the task manager I did not find the windows with horizontal scrolling but with vertical scrolling as in android 8. For the rest it's fine.
100% battery April 8 at about 2.15pm
1:01 am on April 9th 35% Battery
The only thing is that I wanted to find the task manager with the windows horizontally, otherwise satisfied.
It's fine

rog77x7 said:
The only thing is that I wanted to find the task manager with the windows horizontally, otherwise satisfied
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If you have Magisk you can use this and select System UI. The old task manager will be back.

Well... it's a brick [.352]
I'm in Brazil. I just got the notification to reboot. I did. It now loops on a blank screen on boot.
I read about the 342 version bricking phones and was aware there was a problem. But then they released 352 and people started to report the update was fine. So I didn't really worry, although I was a little concerned in the back of my mind. But then I thought "What's the chance they SCREW THIS UP TWICE IN A ROW, and I'm one of the victims?". Well, there is my answer.
I think I'll call support now. This is a freaking mess...
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I'm in Brazil. I just got the notification to reboot. I did. It now loops on a blank screen on boot.
I read about the 342 version bricking phones and was aware there was a problem. But then they released 352 and people started to report the update was fine. So I didn't really worry, although I was a little concerned in the back of my mind. But then I thought "What's the chance they SCREW THIS UP TWICE IN A ROW, and I'm one of the victims?". Well, there is my answer.
I think I'll call support now. This is a freaking mess...
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Wait, no, it came back, after some 30 min or more.... What the hell? I've had several Android phones since 2010, this never happened before. I seemed bricked, looped over and over, I tried the hard reset shortcut a few times.... Then I took out the SIM to put it on my tablet, so I could call support, and the damn phone came back from the dead. Now I put the SIM back in and it works... I have no reasonable explanation for this.

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add X2 to thread title pls
until the poll about x2 subforum handling in X1 general is concluded this will help keeping a little order
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R1->R3? Skipping R2?
By the looks of things thats what they are doing.
hopefully it will resolve majority if not all of the currently known bugs especialy if they do miss out R2.
but with all programing the fix of one bug could create another
Where did you find this information? Is this real???
Still no update??? confuse mode : on
Information is 100% genuine. Like I said in first post - you still have to wait a few days/weeks for the update.
I have confirmed with a SE Support manager that MR2 will be released next week.
I was also assured that the MR2 version will offer me a different and much more improved user experience.
Confirmed for the Nordic and Baltic regions. So stay tuned! Please check with your local support centres and post in this thread if you have any more info.
After the update, feel free to report on your feedback on how it performs as well.
I will not believe it until I see it on SEUS.
Hope that this Update came before May 20th. I had to fly to Europe and I really need a stable phone.
Cheers.
As long as I know, Global Generic ROM alway comes ealier before other ROM, so it means Global Generic will appear in few days, right?
gunawan-1 said:
As long as I know, Global Generic ROM alway comes ealier before other ROM, so it means Global Generic will appear in few days, right?
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Well... we have to see. After all, the X2 was released here first.
It's about time.
SE guys did not officially respond for 1 month after the disaster.
I'm new
Jolo_ said:
I will not believe it until I see it on SEUS.
Hope that this Update came before May 20th. I had to fly to Europe and I really need a stable phone.
Cheers.
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I'm is new,I see you are talking " SEUS " what is that ?where can I get that,for my X2, can some one explain , please .I'm not very good English ,it's my 2nd languad.TKS..
nguyennghiep said:
I'm is new,I see you are talking " SEUS " what is that ?where can I get that,for my X2, can some one explain , please .I'm not very good English ,it's my 2nd languad.TKS..
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SEUS = Sony Ericsson Update Service. Just download from official Sony Ericsson website.
08.05.2010 10:30GMT - No R3AA update on SEUS.
its been known for months that the next update is sometime in May :S so not really ground breaking news. im not holding my breath for it though. still 3 weeks of May left and if last time is anything to go by then itll be first week in June lol.
This is good news for the users who took the plunge on the X2 but....
We are talking Sony Ericsson here, the world where deadlines are non-existent.
I never anticipate a release on time of anything they do, phones, updates whatever.
I have been a SE user for years and thoroughly enjoy their devices but know that they never release anything on time.
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its been known for months that the next update is sometime in May :S so not really ground breaking news. im not holding my breath for it though. still 3 weeks of May left and if last time is anything to go by then itll be first week in June lol.
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I'll have to agree on that. Itls been official for ages. And I'll have to add it's a bit bitter sweet. Every single installation, every personaliation has to be done all over again.
the problem is that there is still not a way to, change language in the x2.

Several regions had a FAKE 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167) update

Hello Folks,
to make it short, i had a problem updating to 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167), after lots of googling and digging i decrypted the files i downloaded using PCC Companion and what i got was really shocking.
the old version rom (.314) was the one included in the downloaded files, I LOVE YOU SONY, you didn't even bother to check the files you are sending to us.
Seems that the same problem happens in several regions, as lots of talk i found when googling the problem.
And that explains everything, the PC Companion downloads whats on the server as the new 23.0.1.A.0.167, while actually its the old .314, then when the mobile shuts down to the flash mode the error happens
Also here at the GENERAL forum the ROM posted twice, and they reply "its the old one", unbelievable ...
please check the attachment
Hossam.Abdelsalam said:
Hello Folks,
to make it short, i had a problem updating to 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167), after lots of googling and digging i decrypted the files i downloaded using PCC Companion and what i got was really shocking.
the old version rom (.314) was the one included in the downloaded files, you didn't even bother to check the files you are sending to us.
Seems that the same problem happens in several regions, as lots of talk i found when googling the problem.
And that explains everything, the PC Companion downloads whats on the server as the new 23.0.1.A.0.167, while actually its the old .314, then when the mobile shuts down to the flash mode the error happens
Also here at the GENERAL forum the ROM posted twice, and they reply "its the old one", unbelievable ...
please check the attachment
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the Sony servers are bugged
As of this point only old FTFs are avaliable, even the new ones re-update them selfs show up as 314 on the server
chill out, some people manage to pull a couple FTFs
Hossam.Abdelsalam said:
Hello Folks,
to make it short, i had a problem updating to 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167), after lots of googling and digging i decrypted the files i downloaded using PCC Companion and what i got was really shocking.
the old version rom (.314) was the one included in the downloaded files, you didn't even bother to check the files you are sending to us.
Seems that the same problem happens in several regions, as lots of talk i found when googling the problem.
And that explains everything, the PC Companion downloads whats on the server as the new 23.0.1.A.0.167, while actually its the old .314, then when the mobile shuts down to the flash mode the error happens
Also here at the GENERAL forum the ROM posted twice, and they reply "its the old one", unbelievable ...
please check the attachment
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thats messed up can u post this on sony blog?
Sony Already knows of the Servers being Bugged.
ajftl said:
can u post this on sony blog?
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already did, check it out there:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/11/0...cludes-ps4-remote-play-hi-res-audio-and-more/
scroll down
they had became the most nun-trusted company I've ever deal with, their quality assurance getting fu..ked up day after another, I've replaced 6 Xperia Z2 mobile devices to get a one without a defect, imagine.... 6 devices.
and now they didn't even check the FW update they are rolling out,
1- after a buggy proximity sensor
2- a buggy noise cancellation microphone
3- a buggy dedicated camera BTN
4- a defected waterproof finishing
5- a dead pixel screen
6-a defected side flaps that opens in your pocket
and of course a huge time wasting for all the above defects
they are really fu..ked up man, i really hate them
This is ok
Hossam.Abdelsalam said:
already did, check it out there:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/11/0...cludes-ps4-remote-play-hi-res-audio-and-more/
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they had became the most nun-trusted company I've ever deal with, their quality assurance getting fu..ked up day after another, I've replaced 6 Xperia Z2 mobile devices to get a one without a defect, imagine.... 6 devices.
and now they didn't even check the FW update they are rolling out,
1- after a buggy proximity sensor
2- a buggy noise cancellation microphone
3- a buggy dedicated camera BTN
4- a defected waterproof finishing
5- a dead pixel screen
6-a defected side flaps that opens in your pocket
and of course a huge time wasting for all the above defects
they are really fu..ked up man, i really hate them
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if you dont like the brand then change, ranting here isnt going to change that
as for i, i have had 3 Defective Devices from sony and they Were all Z2 replacements, any other xperia i have ever used or owned has been fine, as for the firmwares for each currently supported device they are in my eyes getting better, security is getting better and other Devices which recieved 4.4.4 were rocket fast, the NeW UI is first to come to z2 aside Z3
as said previously Ranting here will not change anything, i doubt it would detour other people from buying from sony all too much.
I flashed it using Sony flashtool. All good here. Pretty much a z3 now thicker. Lol. I had a z3 sold it. And this update made the z2 a z3 no kidding.
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ajftl said:
I flashed it using Sony flashtool. All good here. Pretty much a z3 now thicker. Lol. I had a z3 sold it. And this update made the z2 a z3 no kidding.
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How did u update?
higgs_ said:
How did u update?
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Downloaded a FTF
used Flashtool to install the FTF to the device
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How did u update?
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http://xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/51-sony-xperia-z2-d6503
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Just tried again using Companion Tool and is flashed the right firmware this time.
But I lost root.
Am i the 1st one
??????™ Z 2
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Thread cleaned of the unwanted bad language.
Please watch your mouths.
~JAB
For India D6502, the firmware was older one with elabel-D6502-india_201403041711.1_17.1.2.A.0.314.sin
Wasted my precious 3G 1.2Gb data
bluheart said:
For India D6502, the firmware was older one with elabel-D6502-india_201403041711.1_17.1.2.A.0.314.sin
Wasted my precious 3G 1.2Gb data
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Check again now, the correct firmware is live
And the OTA is ok?
update now...
Sony Xperia™ Z2
OTA
On my z2 , ota downloading update but not install ..
can not be verified
higgs_ said:
Just tried again using Companion Tool and is flashed the right firmware this time.
But I lost root.
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Yes that is because you update it with pc companion and we all told you will lost root then ><"
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^

Tmobile version get update

Android central say there is an update of 174 MB. Did any user got it ?
bikrame said:
Android central say there is an update of 174 MB. Did any user got it ?
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Android Central hmzzz don't believe everything they are saying.
They also said you loose image quality /features in the camera if you unlock the bootloader which isn't true.
Notice any differences in how it operates? No notice of any available update on my device as of yet...
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Android Central hmzzz don't believe everything they are saying.
They also said you loose image quality /features in the camera if you unlock the bootloader which isn't true.
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The update is happening...MicroMod777 on the "Disable OTA" thread got it this morning...
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Android Central hmzzz don't believe everything they are saying.
They also said you loose image quality /features in the camera if you unlock the bootloader which isn't true.
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Some users on their forum also says that. ATT got it 2 days before and we are getting it to.
I hope they move dual window back to back button. Thats all i need.
I have a H815. So i don't think I will receive an update then
https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-22421
Pretty sure its true, but ATT's was only like 25mb
What I don't understand as an EU G4 user.
Why does T-mobile provide an update? Is it an update on their software? Or is LG involved?
Are there specific T-mobile apps on it?
I got the update this morning. To answer a couple of questions: No, no new apps. Dual window is still in the same place.
I dont notice anything right offhand different, but I havent done much with my phone yet this morning. Heres a capture of my info:
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Android Central hmzzz don't believe everything they are saying.
They also said you loose image quality /features in the camera if you unlock the bootloader which isn't true.
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You're kidding - I always thought they knew what they were talking about. Where did they say that?
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What I don't understand as an EU G4 user.
Why does T-mobile provide an update? Is it an update on their software? Or is LG involved?
Are there specific T-mobile apps on it?
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T-Mobile (as well as most carriers) ship out the updates after they've approved the changes. I would imagine this is to ensure that nothing being updated will affected their carrier's included Spam (I mean added software) or network connectivity. Last thing they want is their stores or customer service lines inundated with "help! The update broke my cellular connection!" claims.
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I got the update this morning. To answer a couple of questions: No, no new apps. Dual window is still in the same place.
I dont notice anything right offhand different, but I havent done much with my phone yet this morning. Heres a capture of my info:
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If you do notice anything of real substance, please post it so that we can know. For now, I think I will avoid connecting to WiFi until I know what this update actually does. I've never been a fan of generic changelogs...
But then it's a little bit strange that the international version. Hasn't got the update.
So you could assume it has to do with their spam apps.
Maybe it fixes the touchscreen issue. I haven't gotten an update yet, and I've switched back to my S5 for now.
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But then it's a little bit strange that the international version. Hasn't got the update.
So you could assume it has to do with their spam apps.
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Could have to do with any number of kernel/lib/framework related items specific to carrier. Could be cellular radio related, WiFi related (wifi calling has been weird on my phone...doesn't want to seem to connect but I have awesome reception where I live, so I don't need it), etc...
Has your version had any updates in last week or two? If so, it might just be that the carriers are just now approving that update and pushing out to the devices.
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You're kidding - I always thought they knew what they were talking about. Where did they say that?
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That is true for certain phones. Like the Sony phones.
Sweet. Pretty quick imo. Look forward to seeing if it fixes some small issues I've been having (touch/tap misses and knock settings). I know knock settings are a longshot, but it would be nice to be able to configure them to each persons liking. I'd love to be able to turn off the "drag one finger down to quick view the clock/status"
I got my update overnight.
Phone updated without any warning or notice when I woke up this morning. CHecked the software version and it was the new one.
I havent noticed any differences as of yet.
Actually I just looked at my phone and already running version h I wonder if from the factory there were two different images
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Th3Bill said:
Could have to do with any number of kernel/lib/framework related items specific to carrier. Could be cellular radio related, WiFi related (wifi calling has been weird on my phone...doesn't want to seem to connect but I have awesome reception where I live, so I don't need it), etc...
Has your version had any updates in last week or two? If so, it might just be that the carriers are just now approving that update and pushing out to the devices.
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No I haven't got any updates on my version (H815).
Got the update and my phone starting shaking and jumping around on my desk. When the update was complete it turned into a Galaxy S6
Since they are already working on root and unlock I wouldn't take the ota just yet. Ive got a replacement on the way so once I get the update I'll take it on the one I'm returning and see if any changes. Ill also do a system dump on the new version too if necessary.

Haven't received the update for XT1607

Can someone please confirm that you received this Nougat update from Motorola, for this model ( XT1607 )
kurdacrunch said:
Can someone please confirm that you received this update from Motorola, for this model ( XT1607 )
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Err...what update?
Davey126 said:
Err...what update?
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Sorry I didn't specify, thought it was obvious that I am taking about the update to nougat. My bad...
kurdacrunch said:
Sorry I didn't specify, thought it was obvious that I am taking about the update to nougat. My bad...
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I never received an OTA update notification on two XT1607s (US). Not that it would have done any good as both are bootloader unlocked with a custom recovery (stock recovery and an untouched system partition are two of many prerequisites required to process OTAs). Eventually updated both via TWRP flashable build from this thread. Worked a treat. Encourage reading posts from March 1st forward before deciding your path. Good luck.
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Can someone please confirm that you received this Nougat update from Motorola, for this model ( XT1607 )
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Spouse's US retail xt1607 is factory stock, boot loader still locked, etc. I hasn't received Nougat yet.
n76 said:
Spouse's US retail xt1607 is factory stock, boot loader still locked, etc. I hasn't received Nougat yet.
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Me neither and the bootloader is locked, stock firmware, and never rooted, damn...
Thank you.
kurdacrunch said:
Me neither and the bootloader is locked, stock firmware, and never rooted, damn...
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Speculation: Moto isn't pushing updates to XT1607s (why would they) leaving the decision to carriers who could care less about unbranded G4P variants. At some point you will probably have to unlock the bootloader and apply updates manually.
Note this does NOT require replacing stock recovery as booting TWRP will get the job done. Or install directly from fastboot (harder with no benefit IMHO).
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Speculation: Moto isn't pushing updates to XT1607s (why would they) leaving the decision to carriers who could care less about unbranded G4P variants. At some point you will probably have to unlock the bootloader and apply updates manually.
Note this does NOT require replacing stock recovery as booting TWRP will get the job done. Or install directly from fastboot (harder with no benefit IMHO).
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My main concern is to use a rom that may be potentially dangerous. Still I guess I'll have to do it in the future. Also, I think Moto should have a desktop app so the people can update it painless, but anyway, I agree with you.
Thank you to all of you, you were great.
Thumbs up for the community!
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My main concern is to use a rom that may be potentially dangerous. Still I guess I'll have to do it in the future. Also, I think Moto should have a desktop app so the people can update it painless, but anyway, I agree with you.
Thank you to all of you, you were great.
Thumbs up for the community!
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Thanks for the kind words.
I wouldn't be too concerned with stock Marshmallow. Overall security profile will be slightly diminished but can be effectively offset through good hygiene: avoid extensive use of public WiFi, surf responsibly, careful with clicks, don't download 'crapware', only use trusted stores, etc. Google Play Services also offers a layer of protection that remains current regardless of ROM status.
Still, should you be worried given all the media drama about the latest exploit impacting tens of millions of devices? Depends on behaviors that are entirely within your control. I sleep well at night regardless of patch status on my varied devices. Update when it is convenient and for refinements in Nougat that may improve your overall productivity and enjoyment.
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Thanks for the kind words.
I wouldn't be too concerned with stock Marshmallow. Overall security profile will be slightly diminished but can be effectively offset through good hygiene: avoid extensive use of public WiFi, surf responsibly, careful with clicks, don't download 'crapware', only use trusted stores, etc. Google Play Services also offers a layer of protection that remains current regardless of ROM status.
Still, should you be worried given all the media drama about the latest exploit impacting tens of millions of devices? Depends on behaviors that are entirely within your control. I sleep well at night regardless of patch status on my varied devices. Update when it is convenient and for refinements in Nougat that may improve your overall productivity and enjoyment.
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Agree, but what I am afraid is how this rom is really untouched. Is there a safe download somewhere?
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Agree, but what I am afraid is how this rom is really untouched. Is there a safe download somewhere?
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Provided link in a previous post (few days back).
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Provided link in a previous post (few days back).
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Thank you!
Davey126 said:
Provided link in a previous post (few days back).
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Sorry to bother you again, but I have some doubts, I did check out the link, the date of this have more than a year, are you sure this is not the soak test?
Also I would like to keep my phone as pristine as possible, and I have a while since I am not messing with roms, my question is what do I need to make this work?
PD: Using the console is not an issue
kurdacrunch said:
Sorry to bother you again, but I have some doubts, I did check out the link, the date of this have more than a year, are you sure this is not the soak test?
Also I would like to keep my phone as pristine as possible, and I have a while since I am not messing with roms, my question is what do I need to make this work?
PD: Using the console is not an issue
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Lastest upload is from a few months back (NPI26.48.36) and yields the Nov 1st 2017 patch level. Unfortunately, OP does not exercise any form of formal change control; you'd have to read through the thread to know there were updates. On that note you can read through this thread again and the linked thread (especially from March 1st forward) to gain confidence the upload is legit.
Bigger issue is getting over the pristine hurdle. You will need to unlock the bootloader which immediately voids the warranty and yields an ugly boot screen (which can be remedied). You'll then need to learn TWRP which isn't difficult but not geared toward the average Facebook user. You probably will NOT have to root either the old or new ROM. If any of that feels significantly uncomfortable then the wiser path may status-quo. There are tens of millions of mobiles running Lollipop, KitKat and older ROMs that date back three or more years. The version of Android on you two G4Ps isn't nearly as outdated as you might think.
Davey126 said:
Lastest upload is from a few months back (NPI26.48.36) and yields the Nov 1st 2017 patch level. Unfortunately, OP does not exercise any form of formal change control; you'd have to read through the thread to know there were updates. On that note you can read through this thread again and the linked thread (especially from March 1st forward) to gain confidence the upload is legit.
Bigger issue is getting over the pristine hurdle. You will need to unlock the bootloader which immediately voids the warranty and yields an ugly boot screen (which can be remedied). You'll then need to learn TWRP which isn't difficult but not geared toward the average Facebook user. You probably will NOT have to root either the old or new ROM. If any of that feels significantly uncomfortable then the wiser path may status-quo. There are tens of millions of mobiles running Lollipop, KitKat and older ROMs that date back three or more years. The version of Android on you two G4Ps isn't nearly as outdated as you might think.
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Thanks again, can't see any reason to rush myself into nougat, anyway is a matter of development and marketing; that we'll see more candies in the near future (not for this smartphone) it's kinda sad we are obliged to buy a new smartphone if you want the security patches, even if it's a very expensive one, but even worse is the incompetence of Lenovo sharing an update through OTA.

Android 8 update issue

Hi guys,
I bought a htc u ultra when I was living in Australia but early this year I moved to Sweden. Now my issue is that android 8 is out, but my phone can't find the ota update. How come? I have received other ota updates in Sweden but the oreo update will not be found. Is there a way I can get it pushed to the phone?
I've contacted htc, but they are bloody useless, they just tell me to contact Google which I can't even find a email address or anything for help.
Hoping some bright spark can help me.
No help for you. Your device CID is for Australia and for this region the update is not yet released.
So why couldn't the retard at htc just tell me that? I swear they have the worst customer support ever. Told them this is my last htc mobile
Willan Zar said:
So why couldn't the retard at htc just tell me that? I swear they have the worst customer support ever. Told them this is my last htc mobile
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Like they care about you. Statistically you got yourself a budget phone that is pretending to be of premium level. That means your next purchase will be in 2-3 years.
I'm blunt but that is life. I made my decision of getting this piece knowing there is almost no community and is already forgotten by manufacturer. It was cheap so I didn't care if I brick it by customizing. It the moment I'm working on a dirty port of LineageOS to it so I won't rely on HTC (unless I hit the kernel issues). If succeed I might consider sharing it bit wider.
But anyway - don't get too emotional. There is literally nothing that great with Oreo to get angry over. You could actually flash the LeDroid 2.1. It has been reported to work with Nougat backbone. So you get Oreo with Nougat Radio and Kernel. But then really say bye to HTC direct updates if they ever happen.
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It was cheap so I didn't care if I brick it by customizing. It the moment I'm working on a dirty port of LineageOS to it so I won't rely on HTC (unless I hit the kernel issues). If succeed I might consider sharing it bit wider.
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please:victory:
Oreo 8.0 Released in Australia!
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No help for you. Your device CID is for Australia and for this region the update is not yet released.
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HTC contacted me via social media to inform me that as of today, May 31st, the Android 8.0 Oreo update is available for HTC U Ultra phones purchased outright in Australia! Mine updated to 2.21.710.3 today.
Julian1961 said:
HTC contacted me via social media to inform me that as of today, May 31st, the Android 8.0 Oreo update is available for HTC U Ultra phones purchased outright in Australia! Mine updated to 2.21.710.3 today.
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Then I suggest you to make TWRP copy of the system partition just after upgrade and share it with @LeeDroid so he could update his custom ROM also for Australia.
I just got the upgrade too - I can't believe how laggy it is now.
Haven't performed a reset yet, hoping it will clear up after a few days.
Extremely disappointed...
Battery seems *slightly* better however!
lachlanwilliam said:
I just got the upgrade too - I can't believe how laggy it is now.
Haven't performed a reset yet, hoping it will clear up after a few days.
Extremely disappointed...
Battery seems *slightly* better however!
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I did a factory reset and first few weeks was ok - much better than on nugat. But now after two month of use I see that slowdowns and lags are more common. Especially when the phone gest worm it can literatury stars to crawl.
Actually I'm thinking to upgrade to U11
Update: the battery is absolutely shocking now.
Tested it yesterday, left on a table after charging all night to 100%
Screen turned on twice throughout the day and after 6 hours and 25 minutes it's at 1% and the power off warning is shown.
Spoke to HTC support who have ignored my last 3 messages so won't be getting a HTC phone again.
Absolutely ridiculous.
Was a fantastic phone after first purchasing it (first 3 months) but now after 6 months - shocking
lachlanwilliam said:
Update: the battery is absolutely shocking now.
Tested it yesterday, left on a table after charging all night to 100%
Screen turned on twice throughout the day and after 6 hours and 25 minutes it's at 1% and the power off warning is shown.
Spoke to HTC support who have ignored my last 3 messages so won't be getting a HTC phone again.
Absolutely ridiculous.
Was a fantastic phone after first purchasing it (first 3 months) but now after 6 months - shocking
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Did you try a factory reset?
Or check e.g. gsam batters stats from play store and have a look at doze/active stats or warlocks and so on, mostly there is an app (or system) running in background and consuming battery
ChavezD said:
Did you try a factory reset?
Or check e.g. gsam batters stats from play store and have a look at doze/active stats or warlocks and so on, mostly there is an app (or system) running in background and consuming battery
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Yep,
it's been reset 3 times so far.
I did have a look at gsam, what a great application - thanks!
Have a bunch of wakelocks - mainly around Google Fitness (I definitely don't use it) and a bunch of wifi 'wlan rx wakelock' too so currently troubleshooting that,
One thing I did notice however - on attempting to clear the cache partition, I have some notes in the 'recovery mode' screen
"handle_cota_install install cwpkg to /cache/cota/cwpkg.zip
handle_cota_install install cwprop to /cache/cota/cw.prop
E: cant open /sys/class/power_supply/battery/capacity
handle_cota_install: Cant mount /sdcard"
That battery one doesn't sound very promising.... perhaps that is one of the reasons why? The phone doesn't know what size battery is installed because it can't read the capacity configuration file?
I'm not rooted so I can't check to see if it's present myself
zzz
HTC should fix this sort of thing - i'm not sending it away to get looked at/reflashed for 3 weeks
Remove/never update the google app

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