so sony ericsson pc companion is telling me theres new software available
now i've had my bootloader unlocked and i'm running the doom kernel on 2.3.3 currently
will updating via sony ericssons tool relock my bootloader?
ando_uk said:
so sony ericsson pc companion is telling me theres new software available
now i've had my bootloader unlocked and i'm running the doom kernel on 2.3.3 currently
will updating via sony ericssons tool relock my bootloader?
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If you have an unlocked bootloader please research before you update! I know ota updates will brick phones with unlocked bootloaders, im not sure about ones from pc companion.
bubblegumballon said:
If you have an unlocked bootloader please research before you update! I know ota updates will brick phones with unlocked bootloaders, im not sure about ones from pc companion.
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The pc companion shows new update but won't allow the user to actually upgrade with a unlocked bootloader.
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I am trying to update my xperia ion to version 3.7 from 2.68. But its not happening. I tried with pc companion as well as OTA. Both say that phone has the latest version of firmware. I tried to perform repair via pc companion but it re-installed same version of firmware 2.68. Also my phone heats up quickly while browsing internet on 3G and battery gets drained quickly.
I checked with Sony service station and they are ready to replace my phone as i am facing heating and battery issue. But before replacing the phone i would like to check if issue has been solved in firmware version 3.7. I am concerned about flashing phone directly as it might void the warranty.
Any help on this issue would be appreciated.
AW: [Q] Help needed to update Xperia Ion LT28H
Unlocking bootloader may void warrenty. For flashing Sonys stock rom u dont need to unlock.. Just flash with flashtool. But before, u could try to update with Sony update Service.
Sent from my jellybeaned Xperia Ion
w3nZ said:
Unlocking bootloader may void warrenty. For flashing Sonys stock rom u dont need to unlock.. Just flash with flashtool. But before, u could try to update with Sony update Service.
Sent from my jellybeaned Xperia Ion
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Sony update service also says that my phone already has the updated version of firmware.
Rupeshgw said:
Sony update service also says that my phone already has the updated version of firmware.
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Maybe change the SI number to different region?
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hi. I bought ARC S LT18i from hong kong . it is using android 2.3.4 build number 4.0.2.A.0.62. I want to update to ICS .
(it is unlock without carier)
as I see on www.sonymobile.com
Latest available software: 4.1.B.0.587
Release date: 2012-08-16
but PC companion and update service says that I have lastest software.
when I try to software repair with PC companion. it says that doesnt have software for my phone
I want to update without flashtools using only sony's soft.
can someone help?
If the PC Companion says that you have the latest update then you have no other way to use Flashtools and flash an ICS ftf to update the Phone.
And there's nothing wrong to update the phone using flashtools.
You can use SEUS to update although it would wipe your data.
僕のLT18iから送られてきた
can someone tell reason?
bachosh said:
can someone tell reason?
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Reason of?
僕のLT18iから送られてきた
why my phone wont upgrade using sus or pc companion.
bachosh said:
why my phone wont upgrade using sus or pc companion.
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Can you explain more? Do you get any errors?
bachosh said:
why my phone wont upgrade using sus or pc companion.
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In some countries or some carriers updates are not available may be that's the problem.
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phone is without carrier.
PC companion and update service says that I have lastest software.
when I try to software repair with PC companion. it says that doesnt have software for my phone
Thanks to everyone for posts .I just try to understand if seller sold to me a fake sony phone :.
To solve problem I just flash tft file.
Hey
I've had a Xperia ZL for about 2 weeks now, love the phone.
I'm using Build 10.1.A.1.395
Mine is a Rogers C6506 Variant - I got it brand new (off contract) from Kijiji and unlocked it via code.. I'm using it with LTE on Virgin Mobile Canada without issue.
Am I using the newest firmware? PC Companion says so, but from what I can find my firmware is from March and there was new firmware out in May, is this correct?
Never heard anything about 395...anyways,253 is the latest firmware available(307 is going to come soon,,also a 4.2 update is nearby),try updating through Sony update service(Google this for more info)
If you feel that I've helped you in any way,,please hit the thanks button
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.395 is the oldest, actually. So no.
Since your phone is branded with Rogers, you will need to wait for Rogers to update their product which will probahly never happen. Maybe they will update when Sony updates to 4.2.
If you want to update via PC Companion, just flash your phone with a generic 395, 434 or the latest 253 FTF with flashtool and the next time they (Sony) release an update you will be able to receive it via PC Companion or even OTA.
Remember that flashing a stock Sony FTF file doesnt void your warranty since you dont unlock your BL.
Don't wait for Rogers to update, you'll wait forever....
Have fun...
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Since your phone is branded with Rogers, you will need to wait for Rogers to update their product which will probahly never happen. Maybe they will update when Sony updates to 4.2.
If you want to update via PC Companion, just flash your phone with a generic 395, 434 or the latest 253 FTF with flashtool and the next time they (Sony) release an update you will be able to receive it via PC Companion or even OTA.
Remember that flashing a stock Sony FTF file doesnt void your warranty since you dont unlock your BL.
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Don't wait for Rogers to update, you'll wait forever....
Have fun...
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Edit: Found some threads reading up on it. Like Odin with previous note 2
This is great news. Is this difficult? Would you be so kind to point me to the correct files or provide a little guidance? I want to do this yet can't afford to muck up.
I am having the same issue with my phone. If I unlock it though Rogers
can I update it directly from Sony PC Companion or will I still have to wait for
Rogers updates and would have to flash it like you guys are recommending?
Also would unlocking it through my carrier enable me to unlock the bootloader?
Thanks
23-10 said:
I am having the same issue with my phone. If I unlock it though Rogers
can I update it directly from Sony PC Companion or will I still have to wait for
Rogers updates and would have to flash it like you guys are recommending?
Also would unlocking it through my carrier enable me to unlock the bootloader?
Thanks
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If you flash the Sony generic, you will get the updates through PC Companion or OTA as they get pushed out by Sony. Rogers is extremely slow to release new builds and i really dont think they update unless its like from ICS to JB or something major. But not from 4.1.2 to a different build of 4.1.2.
Flashing your phone with the stock FTF will not change your BL unlock allowed to YES.
If your phone is from Rogers like mine it is probably on Allowed unlock BL = NO
But it doesnt matter, all firmwares can be rooted and recovery can be installed so unless you want a custom kernel you want to tweak, there really isnt any point of unlocking the BL. Besides, its voids your warranty.
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If you flash the Sony generic, you will get the updates through PC Companion or OTA as they get pushed out by Sony. Rogers is extremely slow to release new builds and i really dont think they update unless its like from ICS to JB or something major. But not from 4.1.2 to a different build of 4.1.2.
Flashing your phone with the stock FTF will not change your BL unlock allowed to YES.
If your phone is from Rogers like mine it is probably on Allowed unlock BL = NO
But it doesnt matter, all firmwares can be rooted and recovery can be installed so unless you want a custom kernel you want to tweak, there really isnt any point of unlocking the BL. Besides, its voids your warranty.
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Great! Thank you for your help! I will try it out this weekend.
One more question about the Rogers phone and unlocking it with them.
Will the unlock BL allowed switch to yes? or does the unlock just enable me to switch
carriers?
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Great! Thank you for your help! I will try it out this weekend.
One more question about the Rogers phone and unlocking it with them.
Will the unlock BL allowed switch to yes? or does the unlock just enable me to switch
carriers?
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BL unlock does not change - will still not be unlockable
Sim Unlock and BL Unlock are not the same.
I want to flash the FTF but want to make sure I'm doing the right file - Where do we get the newest Generic FTF that will work on the C6506 (Rogers) Variant?
BigStyle84 is right. Do not confuse unlocking your BL with SIM unlock.
SIM unlock allows you to use your phone with any carrier provided the baseband is compatible. Unlocking the bootloader allows you to flash the Kernel which isnt something I would recommend doing if your not comfortable with. You can still flash other ROM's via recovery if you are rooted.
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I want to flash the FTF but want to make sure I'm doing the right file - Where do we get the newest Generic FTF that will work on the C6506 (Rogers) Variant?[/QUOTE]
Hyelton has a thread where you can download either the 395 or 434. The 253 is also in XDA somewhere, I can't remember from which thread I got it from...
Here is thread where the FTF for the 395 or 434 is for your C6506:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2196718
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Looks like the latest 4.2.2 is getting released as we speak....
Xperia ZL Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean 10.3.A.0.423
Might as well wait a few days for this one to get released and update to it or flash it once the FTF gets leaked for the C6506
Crash338 said:
If you flash the Sony generic, you will get the updates through PC Companion or OTA as they get pushed out by Sony. Rogers is extremely slow to release new builds and i really dont think they update unless its like from ICS to JB or something major. But not from 4.1.2 to a different build of 4.1.2.
Flashing your phone with the stock FTF will not change your BL unlock allowed to YES.
If your phone is from Rogers like mine it is probably on Allowed unlock BL = NO
But it doesnt matter, all firmwares can be rooted and recovery can be installed so unless you want a custom kernel you want to tweak, there really isnt any point of unlocking the BL. Besides, its voids your warranty.
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I've found a generic sony us rom from the zl forums, but i'm not sure if this is the one I need to have the generic stock sony rom to receive updates to PC companion and not rogers.
Got it from forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2196718
dirt_squirrel said:
I've found a generic sony us rom from the zl forums, but i'm not sure if this is the one I need to have the generic stock sony rom to receive updates to PC companion and not rogers.
Got it from forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2196718
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As long is for c6506 u can flash
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nutzuTo said:
As long is for c6506 u can flash
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Xperiablog now has the 4.2.2 US Generic TFT
Flashed mine - dead simple - now rocking 4.2.2 with no bloatware
Thanks for the help! Glad I made this thread.
Android 4.2.2 Build: 10.3.A.0.423 is here
I just received a 4.2.2 update for my Xperia ZL few days back and that's definitely the latest
It is filled with new amazing features http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332956
I got the update via PC Companion
My Device:
Xperia ZL (C6502) India
Android 4.2.2 Build: 10.3.A.0.423
Boot Loader Lock (BL)
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I got a lt18i "unlock bootloader allowed: no" android 2.3.4 (4.0.2.A.0.62).
All i want is to have android 4 (or above) as long as it runs.
Can i get ICS, or any version 4.x or above,without unlock?
I read i can flash stock based roms those include android 4 or only 2.3 like i got now?
I also tried to update on PC companion but it doesn't eve detect my phone. My pc (win10) does detect it as "Xperia arc S" so all good there...
Idk what to try next :/
Any tips or direction are welcome, thx in advance!
Yeah, flash .587 firmware with Flashtool. That's it.