I own an Xperia Z5 and patiently waited for the Marshmallow update when I noticed that it was already released which made me look in the software info. Apparently I have a carrier branded stockware installed, on a phone from which I thought isnt branded at all.
I got it from someone else so it may be possible that he flashed it himself. So now to my question: How do I know if this is the original stockware or not?
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I have a few questions for you. I am new to all this (Android), so if you can please bear with me.
I live in India (basically, Asia) and I am buying the HTC Desire tomorrow, either from a Grey Market or through an authorized dealer (it JUST got released here).
It will have the stock 2.1 installed on it (it could be anything: generic(1.21.405.2) or even some random, Asian country version 1.21.720.4 (India's))
Basically, my question is,
1. Can I install "RUU_Bravo_Froyo_HTC_WWE_2.09.405.8_Radio_32.43.00 . 32U_5.09.00.20_release_140022_signed.exe" on my cell REGARDLESS of the version of 2.1?
It will be unlocked and unbranded, BTW.
2. Everything will remain official, right? And I will get future updates OTA?
3. I'm assuming I don't need a Gold Card since it's unbranded. Right?
4. What are the risks? Can I brick my phone if something goes wrong?
Thank you so much, everyone!
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Hi all
I recently purchased a Motorola Atrix (having previously had a Galaxy S). I have a couple of questions I thought you fine folk may be able to help with:
I bought the phone unlocked, though originally it was on Orange UK. The firmware version is 4.4.20.MB860.Orange.en.GB - Is this the most up to date? Also, will the fact I am not with Orange affect my ability to gain future updates? (I.e. does it validate that you are an Orange customer when it checks for OTA updates?). I would prefer to just get official OTA updates if possible, rather than mess with manually installing firmware.
Many thanks
James
When you say "unlocked", do you mean just sim-unlocked? If so, then there would be no reason for it to not be updated. As far as getting OTA, I don't see why not. If not, Motorola has the MSU that basically does the update automatically through your computer, you just have to make a few clicks.
For your FW version, I don't know. You can probably Google that.
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Hi all
I recently purchased a Motorola Atrix (having previously had a Galaxy S). I have a couple of questions I thought you fine folk may be able to help with:
I bought the phone unlocked, though originally it was on Orange UK. The firmware version is 4.4.20.MB860.Orange.en.GB - Is this the most up to date? Also, will the fact I am not with Orange affect my ability to gain future updates? (I.e. does it validate that you are an Orange customer when it checks for OTA updates?). I would prefer to just get official OTA updates if possible, rather than mess with manually installing firmware.
Many thanks
James
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From what I can gather, it is indeed the latest version. Thanks for the response - I shall await the UK Gingerbread release patiently in that case!
I have a Xperia Z Ultra with android 4.2.2 branded on Tele-2 Netherlands.
I still haven't received the update jet, but can't find any information about the release from Tele-2 Netherlands
I also tried manually updating with flashtool, but this doesn't seem to work
Really looking for an answer, please help me
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I have a Xperia Z Ultra with android 4.2.2 branded on Tele-2 Netherlands.
I still haven't received the update jet, but can't find any information about the release from Tele-2 Netherlands
I also tried manually updating with flashtool, but this doesn't seem to work
Really looking for an answer, please help me
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this thread is for android development. ROM's/ Kernel/ system... Members go to the Q&A section to specifically help others.. So next time go to the question and answer thread... you'll get more help... :good:
If you Ultra is branded or locked to a carrier then you wont be able to update using flashtool. (unless its specifically for your carrier based unit)
You will have to wait for your carrier to push the update directly to its customers.
I also live in the Netherlands. My ultra is not carrier based. At the moment using Vodafone in the past Telfort. But i also didn't received the update yet. I assume countrys like the Netherlands and Belgium are on the bottom of the list.
I never saw anybody else with an ultra overhere, and getting out of the reactions when i'm using the device otber people also saw this phone before
Making the phone carrier free isn't that big of a deal, i think. When lurking the forums at xda you'll find a method i assume. You can looking in the general android part of the forum (interesting stuff overthere), the sony xperia Z and Z1 forums can also be beneficial.
Hello guys,
I am new here and this is my first post. I am also new to Android stuff and I feel like I really need your help. I have a HTC One (M8) and I found out that a new update for Android Marshmallow and Sense 7 is out and I can't wait for my carrier to release the update here in my country Macedonia, Europe. My device isn't carrier locked, and I haven't done anything with my phone, like rooting. Can you tell me or give me a link from a thread on how to install the new software and will it void my warranty, will I get updates from the phone after, or I would have to do it manually from my PC?
Thank you for your time,
Molivsoguma
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I have bought Xperia X from ebay in France which was a demo version. Earlier it was too difficult for me to remove the demo version until I tried flashtool. Now the demo version is gone, I am on Nougat 7.0. I tried several roms from UK, RU, TW and a couple more, but I am totally unable to see the fingerprint manager in the settings or even in *#*#SERVICES#*#* menu. I am currently trying to download Marshmallow version of the rom, the sony servers have taken away the older roms, and the other websites are very slow. But until then I would like to request here to please tell me what should I do for bringing fingerprint scanner. I bough this phone just for this fingerprint thing
It seems it's a hardware issue and it's obviously a pretty common problem.
Check here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-x/how-to/fingerprint-scanner-problem-t3557855
Thanks. I have already unlocked the bootloader (I am a nexus user, I was unaware of things sony do after unlocking bootloader), now if I send my device to sony what do you think, how much will it cost to solve this issue? I contacted them they asked me to send it to sony.
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Thanks. I have already unlocked the bootloader (I am a nexus user, I was unaware of things sony do after unlocking bootloader), now if I send my device to sony what do you think, how much will it cost to solve this issue? I contacted them they asked me to send it to sony.
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Some users got replaced phones - this is cost of new unit. My was repaired with parts replacement only (this is not cheap but cheaper then new phone).
In your situation I'll flash stock ftf and left unlocked bootloader (no relocking or something). Then send device to Sony...
Also you can ask Sony if bootloader unlocked units are not under warranty when hardware problem like yours appear. Think problems with fingerprint scanner are not caused by software modifications.