I have the wotan server files which it used for flashing. Is there any method to make ftf file to use it with flashtool.
There is no .62 ftf file available for mini
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.ftf file can be made via Sony Update Service files.
Someguyfromhell said:
.ftf file can be made via Sony Update Service files.
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Can you explain the process to make ftf from Sony update Service files.
My friend has same phone, I will use his phone to get files.
I think i can't use mine due to unlocked bootloader
singh_dd93 said:
Can you explain the process to make ftf from Sony update Service files.
My friend has same phone, I will use his phone to get files.
I think i can't use mine due to unlocked bootloader
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look at this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24898809#post24898809
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Hi All,
Ive just got one of these to play with for a holiday phone and thought first thing is first before i even throw a sim in it lets get it up to ICS.
Ive gone into update centre and it says there are no updates?
Can anyone advise please how to update or why it has seen 4.00?
Thanks
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Have you tried with Sony PC suite?
Anyway, you can always flash a ROM which is already carrying 4.0.4.
I havent tried this yet, im still at work. i bought this phone to play with rooting and flashing etc as i didnt want to brick my HOX (im a n00b)
I will download drivers etc tonight.
Thanks
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Easiest way,download flashtool and stock ICS ftf file.
Flash the stock ICS ftf file using Flash tool.
neectron said:
Easiest way,download flashtool and stock ICS ftf file.
Flash the stock ICS ftf file using Flash tool.
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Thanks Neectron. Will flash tool root my device etc too? I take it i can find the ftf file on here too?
Thanks again for the advice.
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As you're still on 2.3.7, I'd suggest you follow this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1897826
Should be easy.
I made the mistake of upgrading to 4.0.4 (6.1.1.C.1.0) which didn't allow me to use the above. I had to downgrade to B.1.0, root, reupgrade the kernel to C.1.0 and only then flashing a ROM (I truly like Xperiance Lite 2.0, it doubled my battery time!).
Iceax123 said:
Thanks Neectron. Will flash tool root my device etc too? I take it i can find the ftf file on here too?
Thanks again for the advice.
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Check out development section of your device for ftf file.
For rooting and etc ..http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36741604
Now just one last question (honest), does rooting remove the Sim-Lock i dont know yet if my phone is network unlocked
Thanks
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Iceax123 said:
Now just one last question (honest), does rooting remove the Sim-Lock i dont know yet if my phone is network unlocked
Thanks
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No ,it doesn't remove it AFAIK.
hi,
I started this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/upgrading-55-to-314-t2860394
but ran into an issue. Since I didn't get any updates on that thread, I thought I would make a post dedicated to the problem I'm running into.
basically while attempting to upgrade to .314 using PC Companion I get
The phone tablet contains modified software that cannot be updated
Sony Updated Engine failure (error 2003)
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with some research it appears that this is because i unlocked my bootloader.
Questions:
is my conclusion correct? or is this because of something else?
if correct, what is the recommended course of action here? relock bootloader and update using companion PC or decrypt FTF files and flash using flashtool?
If i relock bootloader using flashtool, will it wipe my phone data?
I've found the firmware files on my computer (C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs) If i decrypt these with flashtool and use them to update firmware, will it wipe my data?
Thanks
You can update via flashtool without looking data. Flash ftf file and check system only and uncheck wipe. Re- locking bootloader will wipe your phone. Your assumption is correct m8. You can't update your phone with pc companion because of your unlocked bootloader. Happy flashing m8
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stress40 said:
You can update via flashtool without looking data. Flash ftf file and check system only and uncheck wipe. Re- locking bootloader will wipe your phone. Your assumption is correct m8. You can't update your phone with pc companion because of your unlocked bootloader. Happy flashing m8
Sent from my D6503 using xda premium from "Somewhere, but not here..."
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Hey! thanks for the help on this subject.
I wonder where I can find official tft for sony z2 (314). I'm in exact same position as [w]. Want to upgrade the software (stock) but I already unlockd bootloader and flashed stock kernel with recovery. Sony software says that can update the phone, but I don't want to download som strange tft. Want the oficial tft image or some goo source.
Thanks again
hope you have a nice day
deftoner said:
Hey! thanks for the help on this subject.
I wonder where I can find official tft for sony z2 (314). I'm in exact same position as [w]. Want to upgrade the software (stock) but I already unlockd bootloader and flashed stock kernel with recovery. Sony software says that can update the phone, but I don't want to download som strange tft. Want the oficial tft image or some goo source.
Thanks again
hope you have a nice day
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
here you can find all the ftf files
Envious_Data said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
here you can find all the ftf files
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I swear that I use the search! thanks Envious_Data!
have a good one.
deftoner said:
I swear that I use the search! thanks Envious_Data!
have a good one.
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there is a help forum at the top of qna, try advertising that to people as there are links to many useful things there such as that thread with all the ftfs
that frf thread is also found at the top of the general section
deftoner said:
Hey! thanks for the help on this subject.
I wonder where I can find official tft for sony z2 (314). I'm in exact same position as [w]. Want to upgrade the software (stock) but I already unlockd bootloader and flashed stock kernel with recovery. Sony software says that can update the phone, but I don't want to download som strange tft. Want the oficial tft image or some goo source.
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I'm also kinda paranoid so I just created my own FTF from official Sony update via Sony PC Companion using these instructions.
http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperi...eria/This-is-how-to-create-an-FTF/td-p/228703
Its takes a while but felt more comfortable than just some random dl.
here is the .314 i created.
https://mega.co.nz/#!vFxxxBIC!jhyxhfGIqxJxycY-6vCHU4Vai-gkmyBiNGgAZLhlp8U
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You can update via flashtool without looking data. Flash ftf file and check system only and uncheck wipe.
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So i'm a little paranoid, can you explain like i'm 5?
attached is a screenshot of the flashtool interface
What do i want to check and what do i want to leve unchecked?
do you mean that all the check boxes under WIPE should be empty
and the only checkbox under EXCLUDE that should be checked is SYSTEM?
thanks
@[w] Hey m8, Here's a step by step guide with videos from xperiafirmware hope it helps. BTW did you re-lock your bootloader?
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@[w] Hey m8, Here's a step by step guide with videos from xperiafirmware hope it helps. BTW did you re-lock your bootloader?
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sweet. upgraded and rooted using "Easy Root Tool" (was super easy!) :good:
for others discovering this post i've attached a screenshot of what my flashmode tool looked like:
basically under WIPE make sure DATA is unchecked. you will notice that userdata.sin disappears from content list
under exclude make sure nothing is checked.
win.
@[w] Hey m8, glad to see everything went ok Now you are all set to go and mod to your heart's content:highfive: Thanks for posting the screen shot and explanation as a reference for noobs/Sh*tsung refugees to see how the Flashtool screen should look during upgrading. Once again thanks for that:victory:
Hey guys, so i got the new update on PC companion and i wonder how/what are the steps to install it on my phone?
I have unlocked BL, do i have to re-lock my boot-loader ?
Chekhn said:
Hey guys, so i got the new update on PC companion and i wonder how/what are the steps to install it on my phone?
I have unlocked BL, do i have to re-lock my boot-loader ?
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You will have to download the Sony Flash Tool and update. PC Companion does not allow update for unlocked bootloader.
hush66 said:
You will have to download the Sony Flash Tool and update. PC Companion does not allow update for unlocked bootloader.
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I never managed to download the sony flash tool but will it work with this one: http://www.flashtool.net/index.php ? And will it be okay wiht a custom kernel or day i have to revert?
And thanks for fast reply
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I never managed to download the sony flash tool but will it work with this one: http://www.flashtool.net/index.php ? And will it be okay wiht a custom kernel or day i have to revert?
And thanks for fast reply
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Yes, you can use that Flashtool too. But you'll need to find the FTF file to flash.
You can flash even though you're on custom kernel. But you'll have to reflash the custom kernel after the update.
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Yes, you can use that Flashtool too. But you'll need to find the FTF file to flash.
You can flash even though you're on custom kernel. But you'll have to reflash the custom kernel after the update.
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But will flashtool have the FTF file for my region?
Okay good i'll just make a full backup in case i screw up something
Chekhn said:
But will flashtool have the FTF file for my region?
Okay good i'll just make a full backup in case i screw up something
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No, it will not automatically find the firmware for your region. You will have to find it yourself, either from XDA or the function within Flashtool (Devices > Check Update). Using the Sony Flash Tool is easier.
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No, it will not automatically find the firmware for your region. You will have to find it yourself, either from XDA or the function within Flashtool (Devices > Check Update). Using the Sony Flash Tool is easier.
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Okay thanks i'll try the sony flash tool
Just relock bootloader via the Flashtool then update with sonys pc tool
kennypow3rs said:
Just relock bootloader via the Flashtool then update with sonys pc tool
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I didnt need to relock bootloader when using sony flash tool (emma) so now i have android 4.4.4 with unlocked bootloader but without root..
Hi,
I want to flash a custom ROM on my Sony Xperia phone, but the bootloader unlock isn't allowed. I know the solution for it, but since unlocking SIM lock would cost at T-Mobile Hungary 15000 Ft (about 48 €), I thought maybe PC Companion can do it, too. (The official Android updates can be applied this way.) So I've selected Repair software in PC Companion. It downloaded some files, the actual software is likely to be here: C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs. Here are (among others) 3 files beginning with 'FILE_', ending with a 9-digit number (they don't heve extensions). I could decrypt them with Flashtool (Tools -> Bundle -> FILESET Decrypt), so they must be the OS installer files, if things like that can be said.
Now, my question is: how could I do this reversed? So, if I have a custom ROM, how can I convert it to a 'FILESET'? If this was possible, PC Companion might be able to flash that ROM on the phone. It would be a much easier way.
I hope this is possible - I'd welcome any ideas you have!
Sent from my ST25i using XDA Free mobile app
IceCreamLollipop said:
Hi,
I want to flash a custom ROM on my Sony Xperia phone, but the bootloader unlock isn't allowed. I know the solution for it, but since unlocking SIM lock would cost at T-Mobile Hungary 15000 Ft (about 48 €), I thought maybe PC Companion can do it, too. (The official Android updates can be applied this way.) So I've selected Repair software in PC Companion. It downloaded some files, the actual software is likely to be here: C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs. Here are (among others) 3 files beginning with 'FILE_', ending with a 9-digit number (they don't heve extensions). I could decrypt them with Flashtool (Tools -> Bundle -> FILESET Decrypt), so they must be the OS installer files, if things like that can be said.
Now, my question is: how could I do this reversed? So, if I have a custom ROM, how can I convert it to a 'FILESET'? If this was possible, PC Companion might be able to flash that ROM on the phone. It would be a much easier way.
I hope this is possible - I'd welcome any ideas you have!
Sent from my ST25i using XDA Free mobile app
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If you mean you want to flash custom ROMs the way FTFs and official sony firmwares are flashed, then you can't do that since these are packaged and signed by sony with a specific key.
Cheers,
AJ
Abhinav2 said:
If you mean you want to flash custom ROMs the way FTFs and official sony firmwares are flashed, then you can't do that since these are packaged and signed by sony with a specific key.
Cheers,
AJ
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Yes, that seems to be logical. So I only need some inner information from Sony...
Ok, this plan's dropped then. Thanks for the quick answer!
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hi
I have 5 questions:
questions1:
I downloaded the xz1 firmware with xprifirm and want to convert it to ftf.
When I click create, the following message is given.
Yes or No? which one? What is this file?
questions2:
Where to make sure that the ftf file is made correctly and without difficulty and ready to flashing?
questions3:
What are these options in the latest Flashtools release? Which one do I check?
questions4:
I clicked on the Simulity Option and the message below. What is this and what should I do?
questions5:
Do you think flashing with flashtools is easier or newflasher?
Answer me separately.tnx :fingers-crossed:
help me
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xzs/development/xperia-xzs-41-3-2-58-root-g8232-t3735899
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/xzs/development/xperia-xzs-41-3-2-58-root-g8232-t3735899
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Unfortunately, I did not help