[Q] Do I get normal updates after using flashtool? - Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello people,
I didn't want to wait for the 4.4.4 update for unbranded Dutch Z2 so I flashed the German version.
Will I still be able to receive an update via OTA or PC Companion if it is available?
Or do I have to upgrade manual?

Da Phoenix said:
Hello people,
I didn't want to wait for the 4.4.4 update for unbranded Dutch Z2 so I flashed the German version.
Will I still be able to receive an update via OTA or PC Companion if it is available?
Or do I have to upgrade manual?
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You should be able, but if not, worst case scenario is manual

If your BL is locked u will keep receiving updates, if your BL is unlocked not, if you relocked your BL after unlock i don't know

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Firmwareupdate out?

I just saw in the SE blog tht the ppl are sayin they updated their X10 to Firmware 1.0.16??
I got 1.0.14 and my updateservice says my phone is up2d8?
other guy on the blog sayed it improved the X10 a lot..?
can anybody here update?
check.. http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/produ...rch-program-started/comment-page-17/#comments
"Rami says:
April 2, 2010 at 4:28 pm
@ Greg
Just connect the phone (X10) to your PC and it will pop up with different installations. Install the Sony Ericsson PC Companion and it will tell you that there’s an update ready.
Then follow the instructions. This is a firmware update!
That worked for me!
My version is 1.0.16"
My phone allready have 1.0.16... (not upgraded it)
I also want it !
hhhmmmmmm, the fun that ill have come tuesday!!
Yes there is a 16 update around and no i can't update to it either...maybe it's generic vs carrier again - that's why we need root/custom roms!
I've got the .16 upgrade on my phone, I don't notice much of a change though.
firmware update
hello,
i am from india and got my phone on the 1 april black.yes there is a firmwre upgrade,upgraded it to 1.6 from 1.4
viranchi17 said:
hello,
i am from india and got my phone on the 1 april black.yes there is a firmwre upgrade,upgraded it to 1.6 from 1.4
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even iam from india iam on .14 but whenever i check it states "firmware is upto-date".
Just upgraded mine from 14 to 16 last night by using Sony Ericsson Update Service. This is a baseband firmware update, so you won't be able to update via Android's update firmware feature.
Hello, in france, via SEUS the latest FW is still the 1.0.14. And I still have poping and cracking. Hope the 1.0.16 solve this issue.
Best regards
I'm located in Belgium and I also can't update to .16 software.
boy does this phone need 2.1!!!!!!!!!! its a gonner without it i am afraid. functionality and stability from 2.1 firmware will bring out the beast in this phone. 1.6 right now is too limited for what this phone is capable off so SONY dont let us wait too long! i know min issue would be adding media and timescape to 2.1 but it needs to be done!
Mine is a Vodafone UK Handset, SEUS is saying mine is up to date.
Model X10i
BaseBand. 1.0.14
Kerbel Verison. 2.6.29-rel
Build No. R1FA014
C987 said:
Mine is a Vodafone UK Handset, SEUS is saying mine is up to date.
Model X10i
BaseBand. 1.0.14
Kerbel Verison. 2.6.29-rel
Build No. R1FA014
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mine is o2 uk and its on 1.0.16
shingers5 said:
mine is o2 uk and its on 1.0.16
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Looks like Vodafone are lagging with a firmware release.
Andy
Go to Sonys webbpage, dowload and install the software update service, follow the guide for X10 and install the latest update. It is easy to do and the last firmware is 1.0.16
Any Q?? you just ask.
Regards.
strix75 said:
Go to Sonys webbpage, dowload and install the software update service, follow the guide for X10 and install the latest update. It is easy to do and the last firmware is 1.0.16
Any Q?? you just ask.
Regards.
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Ive done all that, it says my phone has the latest firmware on it. Currently i have firmware 1.0.14
Is this another delay with Vodafone being slow to release software?
No this is Sony Ericson soft and has nothing to do with Vodaphone. I just ran the program my self and had no problem at all. Just try it again.
C987 said:
Ive done all that, it says my phone has the latest firmware on it. Currently i have firmware 1.0.14
Is this another delay with Vodafone being slow to release software?
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strix75 said:
No this is Sony Ericson soft and has nothing to do with Vodaphone. I just ran the program my self and had no problem at all. Just try it again.
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It has more than you think. If the phone is branded then Vodaphone has to approve the update before it can be delivered through SEUS.
This is the same issue i'm facing with 3 Denmark, the phone has ONE extra app(3MobileTV) BUT that means that 3DK has to approve ALL software updates from SE before it can be installed...
This is why we desperately need root/custom roms
Ok, thank´s for updating me on that. But i still think it´s strange.
Trekster said:
It has more than you think. If the phone is branded then Vodaphone has to approve the update before it can be delivered through SEUS.
This is the same issue i'm facing with 3 Denmark, the phone has ONE extra app(3MobileTV) BUT that means that 3DK has to approve ALL software updates from SE before it can be installed...
This is why we desperately need root/custom roms
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[Q] ICS available but no update

According to the sony site my phone is available to get ICS.
My SI Number is : 1256-1931
I am with Three.
I do not get a prompt on my phone or Sony Companion to update. Is their a way to force the update?
I have not got a unlocked bootloader since i don't want to void my 2 year warranty.
Anyone else having this problem?
Thanks
Just flash the Sony ICS frmware by using Flashtool. You don't have to unlock your bootloader and it will not void your warranty.
You have to use 4.1.B.0.431 firmawre.
You can download it from here, its on the first page of the post.
ICS Firmware
Did you try install drivers to reconize the cel on pc? Maybe that...
If you have branded firmware, carrier might have blocked the updates for you.

[Q] about simlock and updates[?]

Hi Guys! I wonder, if I take down simlock from my GS3 (locked on O2 UK) will I be able to download firmware updates (4.2.2 when it comes official for ex.) OTA ?
yes, as long as you're not rooted
SIM Unlock and firmware modification are two different things.
[email protected] said, don't root your phone and you will receive all official update (thanks to KIES)
lelinuxien52 said:
SIM Unlock and firmware modification are two different things.
[email protected] said, don't root your phone and you will receive all official update (thanks to KIES)
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Or even OTA updates .
Rooted you will probably get Kies updates but have to reroot .
jje

Z2 unbranded German tft

Hello,
I was scrolling through here looking for a german unlocked Version for my z2.
I brought it in Australia and im just tired of waiting for Telstra to Release new Andeoid Updates.
So i wanted to Flash an unbranded Android onto my z2. I found an unbranded 23.1.A.0.690 Build. But the newest available is the 23.1.A.0.726
My question now is if i Flash my z2 with the. 690 will i be able to easyli update it to 726 Build with the Update Center?
Cheers,
Scathar
Scathar said:
Hello,
I was scrolling through here looking for a german unlocked Version for my z2.
I brought it in Australia and im just tired of waiting for Telstra to Release new Andeoid Updates.
So i wanted to Flash an unbranded Android onto my z2. I found an unbranded 23.1.A.0.690 Build. But the newest available is the 23.1.A.0.726
My question now is if i Flash my z2 with the. 690 will i be able to easyli update it to 726 Build with the Update Center?
Cheers,
Scathar
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If you flash a different ROM, i suggest you back up your FTF. To do that, search xda how to make an FTF.
You will need to revert back to your original firmware region to receive updates for that region or flash FTF via flashtool
Quote me in case you expect a reply!
Good Luck

No android 6.0 on my M4 aqua?

hello i am seeing everyone here got their m4 aqua upgraded to android 6.0, although when i go to software update on my
m4, it says it already has the most recent update. and i only have android lollipop 5.0.
Is there a way to upgrade it to 6.0 without voiding my warranty?
flash with flashtool
Siea Group said:
flash with flashtool
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can you give me a tutorial or something? i'm not sure how to do this.
also won't this void my warranty?
Hello,
The official update is only available through Xperia Companion.
Alternatively, you can update the unofficial way by flashing through flashtool.
So just to make things clear: a computer is required to update your phone.
Concerning the warranty: you won't void it unless you unlock your bootloader (and flashing an official firmware, even from an unofficial tool like flashtool does not require to unlock it).
I would advise you to go the official way (update with Xperia Companion).
Regards
WormsWarII said:
Hello,
The official update is only available through Xperia Companion.
Alternatively, you can update the unofficial way by flashing through flashtool.
So just to make things clear: a computer is required to update your phone.
Concerning the warranty: you won't void it unless you unlock your bootloader (and flashing an official firmware, even from an unofficial tool like flashtool does not require to unlock it).
I would advise you to go the official way (update with Xperia Companion).
Regards
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the problem is that it says i already have the most recent android system on sony app.
also i don't know how to upgrade this
go to xpericheck.com and search your device. the latest is 26.3.A.1.33, if your device listed there with the latest software i think you should flash it using flashtool. and if you wish to upgrade using official method, try to factory reset your phone and try again using xperia companion.
Extra! look at Diagnostics. if there any information about Software Update available, you can use your xperia companion. and sorry for my bad english. good luck

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