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[Q] Can I Flash any ROM without compatibility issues?

Hi, I just bought my Z1 Compact (and i'm loving it) from a Carrier in Chile named Movistar but I want to flash a ROM that will
Not have the carrier's animation on startup
Let me use Android Kitkat 4.4.4
Not give me compatibility issues with my phone's network
Is there any place where I can find the latest unbranded International ROM for my Z1 Compact so that its up to date, won't mess up the phone, and will let me loose the carrier animation?
Thank you !!! =)

There are tons of links to unbranded FTFs in the general forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general
14.4.A.0.108 is Android 4.4.4.

[Q] Noob needs help finding correct FW to debrand xperia z1 compact.

Hi all,
I'm new here, I stumbled across your site when I was looking for some info on how to debrand my xperia z1 compact that's coming from o2 Ireland. I want to get rid of all the o2 branding and bloadware stuff on it and have it as a clean phone.
I saw the tutorial that has been posted up on xperiablog about unbranding an xperia Z using flashtool, seems straightforward enough.
But I don't know what the correct fw version I need to flash it with, and if it's even here to download?
Like I said, the phone is an o2 Ireland branded phone and locked to o2 Ireland too.
Can anyone help me, point me in the right direction? I'm totally new to this and don't want to mess up my phone!
Thanks

Any in the resource thread.

XperienceD said:
Any in the resource thread.
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Can you point me in the right direction to the one I need? There's lots of different versions and I'm not sure what is the latest one and what one I need for my country? Like I said the phone is an o2 Ireland branded phone, so what version firmware I need, that's what I'm not sure about.
Is there a main European version firmware? or do I use the UK one? I'm just looking for the OFFICIAL stock firmware that hasn't been altered in any way.

Ger_S said:
Can you point me in the right direction to the one I need? There's lots of different versions and I'm not sure what is the latest one and what one I need for my country? Like I said the phone is an o2 Ireland branded phone, so what version firmware I need, that's what I'm not sure about.
Is there a main European version firmware? or do I use the UK one? I'm just looking for the OFFICIAL stock firmware that hasn't been altered in any way.
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use latest (08.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...rmware-14-4-0-108-generic-ru-edition-t2862723
or from UK server (07.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...tock-rom-xperia-z1c-d5503-14-4-0-108-t2839005
or nordic (07.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...tock-rom-xperia-z1c-d5503-14-4-0-108-t2816250

Maetz3 said:
use latest (08.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...rmware-14-4-0-108-generic-ru-edition-t2862723
or from UK server (07.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...tock-rom-xperia-z1c-d5503-14-4-0-108-t2839005
or nordic (07.2014)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...tock-rom-xperia-z1c-d5503-14-4-0-108-t2816250
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Great, thanks so much for your help.
Just a few more questions before I do this...
This fw contains the latest android software right? And if I install this fw and the phone is locked to o2 Ireland, it will still be locked after I install the latest original stock fw? I'm not sure if it unlocks the phone too if I get rid of the network providers software that's already on the phone right now.

Ger_S said:
Can you point me in the right direction to the one I need? There's lots of different versions and I'm not sure what is the latest one and what one I need for my country?
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Kind of obvious, I get not wanting to break your Phone but that's just what you will do if you don't read things properly.
XperienceD said:
Check Yours:
[TOOL] Updatechecker Xperia Devices
[TOOL] Website for instant firmware update check for Xperia phones
Latest
FTF file 14.4.A.0.108 Android 4.4.4 KitKat for Z1 Compact
[STOCK ROM][FTF]Xperia Z1c (D5503) 14.4.A.0.108 Generic UK unbranded (1279-4053)
[STOCK ROM][FTF]Xperia Z1c D5503_14.4.A.0.108_Central Europe unbranded (1280-7864)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z1 Compact (D5503) 14.4.A.0.108 Generic TR (Unbranded/Turkey)
[STOCK][FTF] D5503 14.4.A.0.108 Customized-SA (Saudi Arabia)​
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Ger_S said:
I'm not sure if it unlocks the phone too if I get rid of the network providers software that's already on the phone right now.
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Read this from start to finish - Z1 Compact Resource Thread -|-Rooting-BL Unlocking-Firmware & More..., 1. to learn and 2. O2 Contract users can unlock for free and the link is posted there how to.

XperienceD said:
Kind of obvious, I get not wanting to break your Phone but that's just what you will do if you don't read things properly.
Read this from start to finish -
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Your patience is legend

Fastest and safest way to remove bloat is as follows:
1. Root
2. Buy/get Titanium Backup Pro
3. Freeze all bloatware.
4. ??
5. Profit

32.0.A.6.170 customized GER firmware

Hi,
I'm searching Lollipop for the Z5 Premium, but I can't find a download of the german firmware anywhere. Can someone provide me a link please?
The model is E6853.
Thanks
bagbag

If you have Flashtool latest version with XperiFirm included, you can find him here Xperia Z5 Premium > E6853 > search german version 32.1.A.1.163
Flashtool here

Can i use a different country firmware for the same model "Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual E6833". i know the question may be dumb but i can't find a lollipop version for the middle east edition on xperifirm and i want to revert back to Lollipop!

Oreo Update XA1 - help please

Hi,
I have a Sony Xperia XA1 with android with android 7.0 and security patch 5 january 2018. Going to Software updates it's says it's up to date but if i go to Sony Support webpage and enter my IMEI it's displaying a message that oreo android 8 is ready for my device. That kind a contradicts what my mobile shows.
My question is how can I get Oreo ? Is there somethign hidden ? Is sony trolling me ?)
Can somebody please throw some light and help me out? I have read somewhere that HK market phones do not get oreo(dunno why) but i don't know if mine is HK market or not. Phone details below:
Model Sony Xperia XA 1
Customize Version : 1307-5194_R8A
Android : 7.0
Not rooted.
Thanks,
Victor

vzapo said:
Hi,
I have a Sony Xperia XA1 with android with android 7.0 and security patch 5 january 2018. Going to Software updates it's says it's up to date but if i go to Sony Support webpage and enter my IMEI it's displaying a message that oreo android 8 is ready for my device. That kind a contradicts what my mobile shows.
My question is how can I get Oreo ? Is there somethign hidden ? Is sony trolling me ?)
Can somebody please throw some light and help me out? I have read somewhere that HK market phones do not get oreo(dunno why) but i don't know if mine is HK market or not. Phone details below:
Model Sony Xperia XA 1
Customize Version : 1307-5194_R8A
Android : 7.0
Not rooted.
Thanks,
Victor
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Hey Victor.
Sometimes they take time to roll out. If the IMEI says, you are eligible for Oreo , then you will get oreo soon.
You have customized UK firmware and not HK one.
You can use XperiFirm Tool to check if rollout has become for your device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
According to xperifirm ,the latest available ROM is nougat so you will have to be patient.

vzapo said:
Hi,
I have a Sony Xperia XA1 with android with android 7.0 and security patch 5 january 2018. Going to Software updates it's says it's up to date but if i go to Sony Support webpage and enter my IMEI it's displaying a message that oreo android 8 is ready for my device. That kind a contradicts what my mobile shows.
My question is how can I get Oreo ? Is there somethign hidden ? Is sony trolling me ?)
Can somebody please throw some light and help me out? I have read somewhere that HK market phones do not get oreo(dunno why) but i don't know if mine is HK market or not. Phone details below:
Model Sony Xperia XA 1
Customize Version : 1307-5194_R8A
Android : 7.0
Not rooted.
Thanks,
Victor
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Hello Victor
If you want Oreo now then you must software repair through Xperia Companion and if you do software repair then do backup your data in internal storage to sd card and use Xperia Companion for the rest of the backup.
Sent from my Sony Xperia M2 using XDA Labs

XA1 Plus get no Update to Android 8.0 Oreo

Hi there,
im from Germany and buy me a new XA1 Plus from Sony.
I setup all things to do on a new phone also check up for updates too.
But the OS says: No Updates there.
Version now is: Android 7
Build: 48.0.A.1.131
Did somebody know whats the Problem there? Could i do something to solve this Problem? Android 8 is one of the reasons to buy this Phone.
Thx in forward.

I downloaded the xperifirm tool to check the firmware versions of this Modell and regions.
The Central European model seems to be the only one that has not received updates for months.

Maxx_Yamano said:
Well, Not all regions receive updates check for your region related updates also you can try up Xperia Companion to check for updates or simply perform device repair it will re-download OS and flash it back to device this may work or additionally you can use some third party tools to flash the other region ROM which has OREO update to be out.
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Thx for reply.
the repair function of the Sony companion software gives me the same old firmware. I gave it up that ever an updated firmware for the XA1 plus Central Europe 1 comes. I sent the phone back and bought an XA2. This is a bit more handy, but otherwise has the better hardware and a current firmware.