Device model: c6506 (I believe the LTE version)
Android version: 4.1.2
Build number: 10.1.A.1.350 (old build number?)
Using carrier: T-Mobile (if it matters)
marcviado said:
Device model: c6506 (I believe the LTE version)
Android version: 4.1.2
Build number: 10.1.A.1.350 (old build number?)
Using carrier: T-Mobile (if it matters)
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Go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/tutorial-xperia-z-zl-bootloader-t2153261
Open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu. Tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
Next step, get code from Sony website and unlock with Flashtool v.13
TAL333 said:
Go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/tutorial-xperia-z-zl-bootloader-t2153261
Open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu. Tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
Next step, get code from Sony website and unlock with Flashtool v.13
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thankyou,ive successfully unlocked my device..im having trouble on trying to root it now. ive downloaded the doomlord toolkit but it says my build number is not supported. where can i root my phone with the old 10.1.A.1350 build
Edit:nvm I got it lol..fully unlocked,rooted,with cwm recovery.
Now my question..am I safe to flash roms? As I do have an older build number the roms that interest me have newer build numbers.am I safe to flash anyways?
Yes you can flash any rom make sure you wipe data and cache
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marcviado said:
thankyou,ive successfully unlocked my device..im having trouble on trying to root it now. ive downloaded the doomlord toolkit but it says my build number is not supported. where can i root my phone with the old 10.1.A.1350 build
Edit:nvm I got it lol..fully unlocked,rooted,with cwm recovery.
Now my question..am I safe to flash roms? As I do have an older build number the roms that interest me have newer build numbers.am I safe to flash anyways?
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With Sony phones, Roms are VERY kernel specific. Also, the kernels/recovery are built into the boot.img. So if you change your boot.img, you change the kernel/recovery. Or if you want to change your kernel or recovery, you have to change the boot.img.
If you want to flash an AOSP based rom like Cyanogenmod, Omni, AOKP, etc... you NEED to have a kernel that works with those roms.
And its has to be a kernel that works with the version of android its based off of (jellybean(4.1,4.2,4.3 / kitkat(4.4, 4.4.2)
If you want to use a stock based Rom like RomAur, or eXistenZ, or even MiUi, you need a stock based kernel. And again the kernel has to work with the version of android you are on (4.2, 4.3). And for stock based roms, the kernel has to work with the specific firmware version.
For example, when sony upgraded from 10.3.1.A.2.67 to 10.4.B.0.569 (4.2.2 to 4.3), a new kernel was required, or we had to at least flash the stock kernel for use with custom roms based on the new firmware. And again when they went to 10.4.1.B.0.101, we needed a kernel based on that firmware update. Kernels based on .569 firmware had minor issues like rotation not working.
Once doomlord dropped support for the ZL, there werent many kernel updates or releases. Anything that did come out had to be flashed as a .FTF file with flashtool. Or the boot.img had to be flashed through terminal on your PC using fastboot.
Now though, we have a few dedicated, awesome people working on kernel support for this device. Gustavo, allspark, NUT.
These guys have really stepped up support for this device, and now there are recovery flashable .zip kernels that allow you to avoid having to use flashtool.
Hope i didnt confuse you. lol. I find Sony's devices the hardest and most awkward to mess with. But once you figure it out, its just like anything else.
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hi to all of you,great forum instead,
I am new in this forum and I have a Sony Xperia S with
android 4.0.4,,
kernel 3.0.8+1.0.21100-30145-01957-gc34b591
build number : 6.1.A.2.55
I want to update to [ROM][WiP][4.2.2] CM-10.1 | OpenSEMC - 0.3 RELEASED, but the problem is that I don't know if my phone is rooted or not,I bought it and I think is unlocked.I saw something in this forum and I can't understand very well the procedures to update throw cwm,or even how to use cyanogen 10.1 etc..
Can someone help me how to update whith any simple way
thnx in advance
tinial said:
hi to all of you,great forum instead,
I am new in this forum and I have a Sony Xperia S with
android 4.0.4,,
kernel 3.0.8+1.0.21100-30145-01957-gc34b591
build number : 6.1.A.2.55
I want to update to [ROM][WiP][4.2.2] CM-10.1 | OpenSEMC - 0.3 RELEASED, but the problem is that I don't know if my phone is rooted or not,I bought it and I think is unlocked.I saw something in this forum and I can't understand very well the procedures to update throw cwm,or even how to use cyanogen 10.1 etc..
Can someone help me how to update whith any simple way
thnx in advance
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to see if you are unlocked go to the dialer and press *#*#7378423#*#*
go to service info>configuration and allmost in the botom line will say : bootloader unlock allowed - yes or no or it will say bootloader unlocked-yes check what it says and reply...
just to inform you its a little bit risky to unlock your phone - install custom roms ecpecially if you dont know much about it
devilakos said:
to see if you are unlocked go to the dialer and press *#*#7378423#*#*
go to service info>configuration and allmost in the botom line will say : bootloader unlock allowed - yes or no or it will say bootloader unlocked-yes check what it says and reply...
just to inform you its a little bit risky to unlock your phone - install custom roms ecpecially if you dont know much about it
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It says bootloader status allowed yes
Then you need to do this first
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
Then download advanced stock kernel from the development forum and follow this guide -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23181182
Sent from my 4.2.2 Xperia S via Tapatalk
If you want a stable rom with all Xperia's features, I suggest you to use only Stock Based Rom ( like XZX ) IMHO
i thinks its better for you to stay locked and install stock based rom.
jellybean update is really near .
Hello, I would like to be able to get Sony's Firmware updates, basically to fix an audio Bug. My carrier told me they would not release that update, or any at all, however I really need it. Plus, I would like to get those new features that Sony offers and Android Lollipop when available.
The thing is my Z1 Compact is not allowed to Unlock the Bootloader, although when I connect it to the PC while pressing Volume Up, the LED turns blue, which means it's Unlockable, as I read somewhere.
So , I hope you can help me with this: What do I need to get Sony's firmware update in my not unlockable Z1 Compact?
Thanks in advance.
Firmware installed: 14.3.A.0.681 (Android 4.4.2 KitKat)
You don't need to have unlocked bootloader to do a update. Download latest firmware and flash via flashtool how to flash rooms is describe in general section In first thread you need your phone flashtool rom and knowledge how to flash firmwares as I mention in general section is everything to do that. Bootloader unlock is necessary when you want to flash cm or aosp or kernel other than stock
Thank you!
Hello, Wrocław.
Thank you so much for your answer! It's been very helpful.
One last question: The firmware I will download, does it need to be for my country/carrier? Because I have my carrier's latest firmware installed and they said the won't release any other update for the z1 compact... So, is it enough to get the same language firmware (spanish)? Or does it need to be for my specific country (Perú)?
Thanks again!
mariepizzer said:
So, is it enough to get the same language firmware (spanish)? Or does it need to be for my specific country (Perú)?
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If you are keen to get the latest firmware and baseband then you should head over to IaguCool' s thread on Xperia Firmware Downloader & Checker. Follow the instructuions there. You will need a copy of Flashtool and it'd be good to read the thread on 'how to' as all the instructions are there, rather than jump to the last page and ask, which is what everybody does.
This will deliver you the latest stock build for your area/service priovider, bootlocked and not rooted, so what you do with it after that is up to you?
Thanks, Didgesteve!
I've got the latest firmware release by the carrier for my country installed, the bad part is that's not the latest firware available for Z1C, so I wanted to know if there is a problem if I install a firmware for other country/service. Will I still be able to make calls, text, etc?
Thank you for the link! However, IaguCool' s Xperifirm stopts working whenever I select a region/carrier firmware :/
Didgesteve said:
If you are keen to get the latest firmware and baseband then you should head over to IaguCool' s thread on Xperia Firmware Downloader & Checker. Follow the instructuions there. You will need a copy of Flashtool and it'd be good to read the thread on 'how to' as all the instructions are there, rather than jump to the last page and ask, which is what everybody does.
This will deliver you the latest stock build for your area/service priovider, bootlocked and not rooted, so what you do with it after that is up to you?
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Thanks, Didgesteve!
I've got the latest firmware release by the carrier for my country installed, the bad part is that's not the latest firware available for Z1C, so I wanted to know if there is a problem if I install a firmware for other country/service. Will I still be able to make calls, text, etc?
Thank you for the link! However, IaguCool' s Xperifirm stopts working whenever I select a region/carrier firmware :/
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yes, you can install any firmware, it will always start with choosing the language you want to use and just follow the setup guide.
If Xperiafirm stops working after it has opened, then it is being blocked by firewall, or you didn't install Java
G928IDVU1AOH2 Android 5.1.1 lollipop Official firmware Released today in VAU Australia (vodafone)
http://best-tech-reviews.com/update-sm-g928i-g928idvu1aoh2-android-5-1-1-7795/
Damn....I want to flash this so much on my tmobile (us) version :silly:
Is it possible to do that? I'm in the same boat.
I'm not very familiar with samsung modding, unfortunately
SolarTrans said:
Is it possible to do that? I'm in the same boat.
I'm not very familiar with samsung modding, unfortunately
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Yes it's possible but we need to flash on top our (tmobile) kernel.
I also can't find our tmobile frimeware tar (for odin in case of bootloop)
Damn....booooooring
Hmm I'm downloading the TMO firmware from SamsungUpdate to start, but it's gonna take another 6 hours because of their metered connection -_-.
We'll see how that works out, but ideally I'd be 100% debloated and rooted with Samsung Pay working.
Don't think that'll be possible, but at least we're dealing with unlocked bootloader devices haha
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Hmm I'm downloading the TMO firmware from SamsungUpdate to start, but it's gonna take another 6 hours because of their metered connection -_-.
We'll see how that works out, but ideally I'd be 100% debloated and rooted with Samsung Pay working.
Don't think that'll be possible, but at least we're dealing with unlocked bootloader devices haha
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where did you get the update from?
@Jduncan312
http://samsung-firmware.org/download/SM-G928T/i70w/TMB/G928TUVU1AOGD/G928TTMB1AOGD/
hello
any lucks for the SM-G928C ?
My edge plus is already on 5.1.1 - why the desire to download the same version of firmware from another country? Maybe I'm missing something...
That's not new
Guys, the phone is running great!
Updating for the sake of updating isn't always a good thing when out of the box it's actually working well!
When a device has problems there are threads everywhere of complaints. When a device works things are quiet usually with just the usual how to question. Of course everyone wants root, when it comes it comes. Be patient!
codee said:
My edge plus is already on 5.1.1 - why the desire to download the same version of firmware from another country? Maybe I'm missing something...
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I do not believe you have to do anything.
While yes, both are version 5.1.1, if you look at the last 4 digits of your firmware build number you should see AOGD. The new firmware build number ends in AOH2, showing this is a newer build date. Nothing major, probably just a few under the hood changes, which usually means a liitle better performance.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/general/help-understand-android-build-t1655863
crowlaw said:
While yes, both are version 5.1.1, if you look at the last 4 digits of your firmware build number you should see AOGD. The new firmware build number ends in AOH2, showing this is a newer build date. Nothing major, probably just a few under the hood changes, which usually means a liitle better performance.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/general/help-understand-android-build-t1655863
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what about the root-ability?
If you are rooted on an older firmware, and you flash a stock rom via Odin you will lose your root access. So long as your phone model can be/is rooted on your current firmware, after you flash the newer firmware just follow the same steps to root your phone again.
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If you are rooted on an older firmware, and you flash a stock rom via Odin you will lose your root access. So long as your phone model can be/is rooted on your current firmware, after you flash the newer firmware just follow the same steps to root your phone again.
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any differences between the OS Firmware, Build Number, or Baseband?
Hello everyone!
My apologies if this has been answered anywhere else; searches failed me and I feel too noobish and scared to perform this based on more "generic" guides, especially that I've found some warnings around the net about the normal methods not necessarily applying to this model - which is why I'm looking for instructions specific to this model.
So, my Xperia Z1 Compact model is SO-02F - the Japanese one with Docomo stuff. What I would like to do is completely get rid of the stock software & bloatware and install an absolutely clean, generic Android that will work with this model. No Sony, no Docomo stuff - pure Android and that's it.
Here are the phone's basic details:
Model number: SO-02F
Android version: 4.4.2
Baseband version: 8974-AAAAANAZQ-10270049-78
Kernel version: 3.4.0-perf-g99c83e1
Build number: 14.3.B.0.362
If any other info is needed, just let me know and if there are any threads that already answer this comprehensively - feel free to redirect me...
Thanks a lot for your help!
To install a completely clean version of Android you would need to unlock the bootloader, but the Docomo version of Z1C has a bootloader that cannot be unlocked. You are limited to either using stock firmware or modified firmware based on stock. As an owner of SO-02F I understand why you'd want a clean Android on it. Docomo firmware is one of the worst examples of bloat I've ever seen. However, international versions of Z1C firmware (model D5503) are better, though still a little bloated. I suggest you just flash a US D5503 firmware.
Ummmbra said:
To install a completely clean version of Android you would need to unlock the bootloader, but the Docomo version of Z1C has a bootloader that cannot be unlocked. You are limited to either using stock firmware or modified firmware based on stock. As an owner of SO-02F I understand why you'd want a clean Android on it. Docomo firmware is one of the worst examples of bloat I've ever seen. However, international versions of Z1C firmware (model D5503) are better, though still a little bloated. I suggest you just flash a US D5503 firmware.
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Thanks a lot, Ummmbra; I just got the phone reset to factory settings, so I'm now thinking about flashing it with an appropriate region firmware; the question is, is it actually safe to flash D5503 firmware onto SO-02F?
Safe
WzSy said:
Thanks a lot, Ummmbra; I just got the phone reset to factory settings, so I'm now thinking about flashing it with an appropriate region firmware; the question is, is it actually safe to flash D5503 firmware onto SO-02F?
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it's safe. but lose FeliCa (Osaifu-Keitai) and some docomo features. that's all
Rubik.Orange said:
it's safe. but lose FeliCa (Osaifu-Keitai) and some docomo features. that's all
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Thanks a lot for confirming! I actually already went with it and all seems to be working fine. The only problem that remains is that the phone still seems to be adjusted to other frequencies, resulting in, for example, GPS issues...
Hi,
I've a Z1 Compact running on latest version of CM 12.1.
Now I wonder if there's the chance to flash a new version for baseband?
In the settings I see I'm still on version 39 (8974-AAAAANAZQ-10270045-39).
I know there's the possibility to return to Stock Firmware thus updating also the baseband (currently version 81 in latest stock version 14.6.A.1.236 / R5D, for O2 Germany)
I've already downloaded Stock firmware (via XperiFirm.exe) and checked if dedicated flashable baseband file is contained, but I couldn't identify one.
So installing stock firmware and flashing back to Cyanogenmod is quite a huge efford for only updating the baseband version.
Is there an easier way to do so? Is there a source where to download an up to date baseband file?
Thanks and regards,
sprachverkennung
sprachverkennung said:
Hi,
I've a Z1 Compact running on latest version of CM 12.1.
Now I wonder if there's the chance to flash a new version for baseband?
In the settings I see I'm still on version 39 (8974-AAAAANAZQ-10270045-39).
I know there's the possibility to return to Stock Firmware thus updating also the baseband (currently version 81 in latest stock version 14.6.A.1.236 / R5D, for O2 Germany)
I've already downloaded Stock firmware (via XperiFirm.exe) and checked if dedicated flashable baseband file is contained, but I couldn't identify one.
So installing stock firmware and flashing back to Cyanogenmod is quite a huge efford for only updating the baseband version.
Is there an easier way to do so? Is there a source where to download an up to date baseband file?
Thanks and regards,
sprachverkennung
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Look in 'exclude' box in Flashtool. I'm pretty sure there is a 'baseband' option. So, what you would do is open Flashtool, click flash, (), then select your ftf, then check every box in 'exclude' except baseband.
Yes, what @Level1 said should work.
I _think_ though, that the value of the baseband version is hardcoded somewhere. In that case, it doesn't actually reflect the version that really is installed on your phone.
This is what I seem to remember at least. Could be a different phone I am thinking about
You could make a nandroid of your current ROM, then flash the one with your desired baseband/modem and install this app:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/wanam/...ackup-1-5-2-android-apk-download/#description
in order to make a backup of modem1 and modem2 something (it's been a while and I don't remember the specifics, but it's quite simple - do some reading first..), then restore nandroid and install app mentioned above and restore modems.
I recommend not to do it if you don't experience any problem with your current setup..
anything doesn't work!
Good evening guys...
I have a very big trouble with my xperia Z1 C6903.
I bought a motherboard from china. Unfortunately the little yellow men sent me a locked MB, which didn't work with playstore and showing any other problems.
I decided to flash my phone with an Italian ROM ( i live in italy) and everything seemed to work great, till the moment i realized my IMEI and BASEBAND became unknown. I tried to Reflash (using Flashtool) a lot of ROMS, included the chines one, but any of them restored my baseband and IMEI.
After 2 days of work now I've restored:
- IMEI
- WI FI MAC
- S.N.
But I can't restore baseband.
Each firmware i'd tried to download and flash didn't restore the baseband, so I ask to you:
- IS THERE A WAY TO FLASH THE ONLY BASEBAND?
- DO YOU HAVE A COMPLETE FIRMWARE? neither on xperifirm i can find it.
Plz help me before i decide to reperi it with gasoline and flamethrower.