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Ive seen this on the arc section and it works !
Do not try this if you have an unlocked bootloader or if you dont know what your doing! I'm not resposible if you break or brick your phone!
If you're already on a rooted .184/.181 firmware and OTA update is available for you just update your firmware. If not:
- Backup the apps you need (if you have root)
- flash to .184 UK firmware with the flashtool (Do a clean install or else you will have alot of force closes)
- heres the .184 UK firmware and the flash tool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
- Use Gingerbreak http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765 or Superoneclick to root your device
- Update your Play using a OTA(over the air) update(Got to settings->About phone->Software update)
- Restore your apps
- Enjoy your rooted 2.3.3!!!
NOTE !!! : The only thing you should do after you flash and before ota update is to root and nuthin more.
NOTE 2: The Generic UK firmware works worldwide. Doesn't matter what phone you have except for the Verizon model. So if you have an AT&T R800a dev/google conference unit or UK or Rogers or France or any other phone. It will work It will not brick your phone
emann56 said:
Ive seen this on the arc section and it works !
Do not try this if you have an unlocked bootloader or if you dont know what your doing! I'm not resposible if you break or brick your phone!
If you're allready on a rooted .181 and OTA update is available for you just update your firmware. If not:
- flash to a 3.0.A.2.181 firmware with the flashtool
- Use Gingerbreak or Superoneclick to root your device
- Update your Arc/Play using a OTA(over the air) update(Got to settings->About phone->Software update)
- Enjoy your rooted 2.3.3!!!
Note this only works on .181 firmwares
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I just saw this too in the arc section does it actually work?
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thatsupnow said:
I just saw this too in the arc section does it actually work?
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Only xperia plays that would work are from NZ or canada. Both of them comes with .181 Ive been waiting for an OTA update but no dice. thatsupnow didnt you say you got one?
Yea man I've flashed the UK generic awhile ago and I've had this ota update for a bit now but didn't want to update didn't want to lose root
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thatsupnow said:
Yea man I've flashed the UK generic awhile ago and I've had this ota update for a bit now but didn't want to update didn't want to lose root
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Check your build number. UK generic is .184 not 181
Yea I just saw that sorry I'm on .184
Well damn where can we get a .181 ftf file? Or do they exist for this phone
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does it work with the 3.0.A.2.184?
need to wait til the weekend to try it~
uccoffee said:
does it work with the 3.0.A.2.184?
need to wait til the weekend to try it~
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No it does not work with .184 just tried it downloaded the update went thru its process then rebooted phone and said could not update phone
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I just looked on the phone and pc companion and I dont see the update, has anyone else in Canada done this yet?
I have my play rooted only.
Hi guys,
So far this methode only works with the .181 global generic firmware(1247-1061) on the Arc.
I think if you flash the global generic .181 firmware for the play this methode should also work for you guys.
good luck!
kistigun said:
Hi guys,
So far this methode only works with the .181 global generic firmware(1247-1061) on the Arc.
I think if you flash the global generic .181 firmware for the play this methode should also work for you guys.
good luck!
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I don't think there is a .181 firmware for flashtool for the play just the .184
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thatsupnow said:
I don't think there is a .181 firmware for flashtool for the play just the .184
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someone at the arc forum did the same with the uk generic .184 arc firmware
kistigun said:
someone at the arc forum did the same with the uk generic .184 arc firmware
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Did the same? Likes someone on the arc forum had .184 and did the ota update and it worked?
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thatsupnow said:
No it does not work with .184 just tried it downloaded the update went thru its process then rebooted phone and said could not update phone
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thatsupnow , please do not give incorrect info.
the 184 uK generic actually work!
use flashtool and flash to 184 UK, gingerbreak, and OTA = 2.3.3 with root!
please push up my thanks meter if you are happy with my post.
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thatsupnow , please do not give incorrect info.
the 184 uK generic actually work!
use flashtool and flash to 184 UK, gingerbreak, and OTA = 2.3.3 with root!
please push up my thanks meter if you are happy with my post.
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And where would i find the 184 generic?
uccoffee said:
thatsupnow , please do not give incorrect info.
the 184 uK generic actually work!
use flashtool and flash to 184 UK, gingerbreak, and OTA = 2.3.3 with root!
please push up my thanks meter if you are happy with my post.
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Whoa wait a minute!, it didn't work at all when I tried it AFTER I had uninstalled all the apps on the safe list, and plus it was also said to have just been working on .181 so I take what I previously said back and I'm pretty sure I confirmed it working also BEFORE you put this up
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uccoffee said:
thatsupnow , please do not give incorrect info.
the 184 uK generic actually work!
use flashtool and flash to 184 UK, gingerbreak, and OTA = 2.3.3 with root!
please push up my thanks meter if you are happy with my post.
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remember there is lots to search thru BEFORE you go and make sensationalist claims like "giving wrong information" out just a thought tuff guy!!
I can confirm that this is not working for me. I've flashed the UK generic 1.84 a while back. I've removed some bloatware after rooting with gingerbreak.
Today I read this thread and gave it a try. It downloads the update and when I click ok it shuts off and does it's thing with the four dots. When it reboots it goes through the Sony txt and bootup anim and then the lock screen and says it's unable to update?
I've tried it twice. My phone is sim unlocked from purchase. Could it be the removed bloatware or a modified framework that causes it?
Regards Dousan...
e: I did it OTA.
help......
i have a strange problem i was on 2.3.3 unrooted
i tried to downgrade to the uk generic firmware in this post with
flashtool, it flashed ok i restarted phone but
when phone goes to desktop its blank just the darkblue wallpaper with nothing on it
kust the time in the top right taskbar and the signal strenth and the simcard symbol with a red x on it and the battery status bar
and that it.
it wont scroll left/right for more home screens, none of the buttons do anything
apart from power button and volume up/down
when i scroll the notification bar down it just says emergency calls only
and then in the top left its got the numbers 1980 3 8
what the hell is goin on
my fone boots up but i cant use it in any way
Is the OTA update available everywhere? Mines on 2.3.2 but if i try to OTA it says im already on the latest firmware.
I know theres a new update out for the phone and i obviously cant get the update from SE software because i have the FTS v05 rom installed and unlocked bootloader.
What can i do?. Im wanting the xloud and other update features
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We must wait until someone without unlocked bootloaders downloads the softwareñ, backs it up and uploads it here.
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We must wait until someone without unlocked bootloaders downloads the softwareñ, backs it up and uploads it here.
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Which SW update? I updated yesterday and got .145
http://www.androidcentral.com/sony-ericsson-issue-update-xperia-line
Blagus said:
Which SW update? I updated yesterday and got .145
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Supposedly there is a new update that includes a new launcher (which will function in LandScape properly for the Play), a new video recorder with stereo recording, and an xLoud service which will amp the volume if you are playing something over the built-in speakers. It is rolling out for the Arc and the Play supposedly. http://bit.ly/piNNOr
I certainly don't have it as I'm on Verizon in the US, and we don't get anything till months to years later. (Even then, its crippled and loaded with bloat)
The new one that has xloud (makes the speakers louder). The new xperia launcher that supports themes etc
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It would be even better if it was available to generic FW users.
OK, anyone got it yet?
No. I have to wait for someone to get flashable files for me to flash is this update called 2.3.4?. If so will i lose root etc when i do flash it
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It would be even better if it was available to generic FW users.
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Could you point to a guide for backing up the firmware and creating an FTF file? That would allow to have more than one version of the new firmware, just in case
Its out in the Arc forum.. perhaps someone could extract the launcher from it for you guys to use
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Could you point to a guide for backing up the firmware and creating an FTF file? That would allow to have more than one version of the new firmware, just in case
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In program files, seus install.folder, then db, blob, fs, look around for.these.folders. Youll.find.three "FILE_XXXXX" files. Copy to desktop. Find decrypt in flashtool and point to folder with files.
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Anyone see the update I haven't gotten it yet. I am using UK generic. I want that xLoud feature.
same here mate. been looking for apk's etc but no luck lol
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It is will still be 2.3.3 so I assume your play will still be rooted if you ota updated
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Over at Xperiablog.net they are saying that the ftf file is over at XDA. Strange.
im kinda hanging out to test this xloud thing, is their any information about on when sony is expecting to make this available on generic firmware? se facebook etc etc. also has their been any indication from sony if a custom camera app(+720p) recording will actually be released, or are we all just hoping for one?
the current changes sound like a step in the right direction most of these have been small niggles with me at some stage.
one unrelated question, i recently did a ta backup of my phone(r800a with uk generic) and the ta says its an r800i..is this correct? i didnt think the ta would be touched by firmware flash.
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one unrelated question, i recently did a ta backup of my phone(r800a with uk generic) and the ta says its an r800i..is this correct? i didnt think the ta would be touched by firmware flash.
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TA is modified after flash, it's the way it works. If you flash R800i FW, and UK FW is that, then phone will become R800i, and TA will say the same. But this is based on info in build.prop (in SE terms - phone customization file) which is parsed by CDAInfoAccessor and other apks in /system/app and written to TA, so even if you have R800a baseband, it'll still say R800i and SEUS will update your phone with R800i flash files.
thanks, i thought it could be a combination of the above but the way its worded made me think that at least some portion of the ta may have been flashed as well. Can i just go through my build.prop and change everything back to r800a, ive dabbled in the build prop somewhat on my old phone, if thats all thats required it should be fairly simple. unfortunately i didnt do a ta backup of the telstra stock firmware so im **** out of luck there.
We should get the new update next week!
Sony PCC downloaded the update overnight. But failed to install it on phone in morning. I got the phone stuck with 'Failed Update...' message on boot. Got me worried.
Looked over google. Downloaded Sony Update Service: http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
Copied all files downloaded by Sony PCC in 'C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db' folder to 'C:\Program files\Sony Ericsson\Update Service\db\'
This made Update Service think that it has downloaded the update already (saved the time and agony to download 1GB update again)
One day KK usage report (My XZU is unrooted, stock ROM and Kernel)
- Better touch response in games. Asphalt 8 runs smoother and faster than 4.3.
- No lags, no memory leaks, no overheat (everything is almost similar to 4.3 or a bit better I would say)
[Free memory on boot ~.93GB and after a few hours of gameplay and browsing is 870MB]
[Battery drain overnight (9 hours in sleep mode) was just 1%]
- System sounds are louder than 4.3 with xLOUD on.
- Immersive Mode: I noticed various apps and games didn't support this. So I installed Immersive Full-Screen Mode (no root required)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=be.ppareit.immersivemode
This app is just awesome. Now I can play many games in Immersive mode and even apps like Adobe reader can use this feature of KK.
Overall I am very happy with this update. Good job Sony!! :good:
You mean to say theres another build ? 14.3.A.0.757 ?
I have the ZU C6802 with 14.3.A.0.681 and there's no xLoud?
malakalofung said:
You mean to say theres another build ? 14.3.A.0.757 ?
I have the ZU C6802 with 14.3.A.0.681 and there's no xLoud?
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Yes its a fix for bugs found on .681
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/04/0...-and-z1-compact-fixes-kitkat-sound-bug-issue/
For xLOUD go to System Settings -> Sound -> Sound Effects -> Sound Enhancements -> Settings.
did you have issues with the camera before this update? if so, its fixed right?
I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
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arlmsk said:
I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
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That's completely up to you to decide, but it's not necessary.
shafiq_riser said:
did you have issues with the camera before this update? if so, its fixed right?
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I was on build .136 and it had no camera issues.
arlmsk said:
I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
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No need to factory reset if you don't see any lag or issues. I did not do factory reset, everything is running fine.
Im having a camera issues after updating to kitkat
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Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.
shafiq_riser said:
Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.
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Better update to .757 then. Camera working fine.
ayim said:
Im having a camera issues after updating to kitkat
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On .681 or .757?
manigma said:
Better update to .757 then. Camera working fine.
On .681 or .757?
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.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA
shafiq_riser said:
.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA
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Currently on 757
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Is this the same androind version 4.4.2 or is it the newer 4.4.4?? I´m adownloading it
lams_007 said:
Is this the same androind version 4.4.2 or is it the newer 4.4.4?? I´m adownloading it
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Still 4.4.2. It's a bugfix update.
After using the 757, i think the image quality of the camera is a bit better in lowllight, less artifact, and more detail compared to 681. Might be the first time that i can say i like the superior auto result. And plus with manual setting, the low iso puts it a bit darker compared to previous version, which puts an auto contrast/brightness layer after capturing the image. The next improvement is the wifi seems to be a lot stronger. Used to be 1-2bar on the second floor, but now a 3 bar is not that seldom. Overall I'd say it's an improvement compared to 681
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shafiq_riser said:
Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.
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shafiq_riser said:
.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA
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I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
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iBuzman said:
I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
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Agree with you sir. before flash, I do factory reset. And never faced any of problems.:fingers-crossed:
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iBuzman said:
I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
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Thing is, I didn't use flashtool. I used Sony update centre to update my phone. So it was updated through official means. Also, there's no ftf for Singapore .681 so I'm not sure what to flash. Can I just flash any countries ftf on my phone despite being in Singapore as long as its for the same device? Or will there be compatibility issues?
hansip87 said:
Overall I'd say it's an improvement compared to 681
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Yes, much better.
Battery drain overnight (9 hours in sleep mode) was just 1% :good:
shafiq_riser said:
Thing is, I didn't use flashtool. I used Sony update centre to update my phone. So it was updated through official means. Also, there's no ftf for Singapore .681 so I'm not sure what to flash. Can I just flash any countries ftf on my phone despite being in Singapore as long as its for the same device? Or will there be compatibility issues?
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I updated with Sony Update Service too (SUS) www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
But from .136 to .757 (not .681)
Have you not received .757 update in Singapore yet? I am sure it will be seeded anytime. Wait till next week.
Good News!!!
Software 14.4.A.0.133 (Android 4.4.4) Certificated Aug 5, 2014
https://www.ptcrb.com/vendor/complete/view_complete_request_guest.cfm?modelid=23553
scrubber said:
Good News!!!
Software 14.4.A.0.133 (Android 4.4.4) Certificated Aug 5, 2014
https://www.ptcrb.com/vendor/complete/view_complete_request_guest.cfm?modelid=23553
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not that we saw the last one (118?)
blueether said:
not that we saw the last one (118?)
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Last one 14.4.A.0.133
blueether said:
not that we saw the last one (118?)
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Yeah. Maybe this one will be released. Who knows.
blueether said:
not that we saw the last one (118?)
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.118 is carrier specific (Vodafone and SFR) and available. Check with XperiFirm tool.
What's New for this firmware 133?
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Please have app2sd like the mid range phones
I would love to update if I knew whats was new maybe ill check their site
Installing 4.4.4 update now
Well, i got notified of the update and I'm updating it now. The changleog didnt say much, other than
Android 4.4.4 including the latest enhancements and security updates from Google
- Updated and improved camera experience
- Improvements to Google Voice, Google+, Contacts and music streaming
- Latest versions of all Sony native and media apps
- Latest bug fixes, optimisations and improvements
I'll report back after the update if I face any problems with the firmware or if i feel you guys need to know something about the firmware.
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Well, i got notified of the update and I'm updating it now. The changleog didnt say much, other than
Android 4.4.4 including the latest enhancements and security updates from Google
- Updated and improved camera experience
- Improvements to Google Voice, Google+, Contacts and music streaming
- Latest versions of all Sony native and media apps
- Latest bug fixes, optimisations and improvements
I'll report back after the update if I face any problems with the firmware or if i feel you guys need to know something about the firmware.
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I did mine the other day. It's syil 108. When I tried to use easy root it didn't work. But I went to towel root website and downloaded the apk and rerooted that way and then installed supersu in market. Im on locked bl at the moment.
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I did mine the other day. It's syil 108. When I tried to use easy root it didn't work. But I went to towel root website and downloaded the apk and rerooted that way and then installed supersu in market. Im on locked bl at the moment.
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Ok I'm done with the update. Just to be clear, you're saying that easy root, something designed to root Xperia devices, doesnt work but the normal towelroot does?
Note: I dont mean to come across as condescending, I'm just making sure.
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Ok I'm done with the update. Just to be clear, you're saying that easy root, something designed to root Xperia devices, doesnt work but the normal towelroot does?
Note: I dont mean to come across as condescending, I'm just making sure.
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Yes. For me on a locked bl. Both the easy root tool for Xperia devices and nuts dual boot didn't work for me rooting wise. I used towel root itself and then installed supersu and then used dual boot recovery installer and got my recovery back. But you may have different results.
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Well, i got notified of the update and I'm updating it now. The changleog didnt say much, other than
Android 4.4.4 including the latest enhancements and security updates from Google
- Updated and improved camera experience
- Improvements to Google Voice, Google+, Contacts and music streaming
- Latest versions of all Sony native and media apps
- Latest bug fixes, optimisations and improvements
I'll report back after the update if I face any problems with the firmware or if i feel you guys need to know something about the firmware.
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The update you recieve is 133?
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shafiq_riser said:
Ok I'm done with the update. Just to be clear, you're saying that easy root, something designed to root Xperia devices, doesnt work but the normal towelroot does?
Note: I dont mean to come across as condescending, I'm just making sure.
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Nut's rooting tool is so effective for 108
zaxharu said:
The update you recieve is 133?
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Nut's rooting tool is so effective for 108
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Nope its still 108. But its 4.4.4 instead of 4.4.2 so I dont really know what 133 firmware could bring to the table. The next version of android is already Android L so 133 should technically be Android L which isnt even released yet... Not sure whats happening.
And i think what hes saying is that the newest version of 108 patches against easy root. I think you're using the older 108 firmware, which is still rootable by easy root.
if someone recives the Update .133 can you test this, please:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...de-root-android-4-4-4-ver-14-4-0-108-t2801587
Thanks man
i just got my update for C6802 Will report back
Updated mine yesterday. Still .108. BUT i had this issue of random reboots which has been solved
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Nope its still 108. But its 4.4.4 instead of 4.4.2 so I dont really know what 133 firmware could bring to the table. The next version of android is already Android L so 133 should technically be Android L which isnt even released yet... Not sure whats happening.
And i think what hes saying is that the newest version of 108 patches against easy root. I think you're using the older 108 firmware, which is still rootable by easy root.
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.133 will not be android L or 5.0 it is likely to be a carrier update like 118 is or just a minor update
Sadman Khan said:
Updated mine yesterday. Still .108. BUT i had this issue of random reboots which has been solved
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just got the OTA notification, says that requires a PC.
but I'm on 108 and says the new update is 108?
what is that all about?
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just got the OTA notification, says that requires a PC.
but I'm on 108 and says the new update is 108?
what is that all about?
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That's normal. It just changes from 4.4.2 to 4.4.4. I think Sony didn't think it was big enough an update to change the build number.
I've recently received the B140 update and will upload it if anyone needs it.I haven't installed yet.Didn't feel like restoring everything to be able to?
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Official:
http://www.hihonor.com/us/support/details?DOC_ID=73083
The update I have is official as well.Only difference is mine was downloaded to my device while the other one you go to the website to download.Zero difference in the two.
Perhaps I should clarify,the one that you posted is the entire ROM while the one I have is a 124 MB OTA.
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Perhaps I should clarify,the one that you posted is the entire ROM while the one I have is a 124 MB OTA.
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I have already uploaded both of them here >> https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=49383