OEM Unlock Prototype Problem - Sony Xperia XA Ultra Questions & Answers

I bought a XA Ultra Dual, but I realized it was a prototype from a silk almost invisible saying 'Not For Sale'. OEM is Greyed Out, tried to reset some times and nothing. Any ideas?

rbarone21 said:
I bought a XA Ultra Dual, but I realized it was a prototype from a silk almost invisible saying 'Not For Sale'. OEM is Greyed Out, tried to reset some times and nothing. Any ideas?
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nougat firmware?

lawong said:
nougat firmware?
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Yes, Android 7.0

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Open box Xperia Z Ultra Brandnew Phone?

i just receipt new phone today brand new Xperia Z Ultra today on the mail, when i open the box to get to the phone i see the box is already open<the phone still brandnew and accessory is still brand new, but i dont know why the box is already open
i was thought the phone came sealed in box
has anybody has this problem before when by phone with box is has been already open?
and i have one more question
my phone , the mobile data is disable how do i turn it on agian am running android 5.0.2
juztin4167 said:
i just receipt new phone today brand new Xperia Z Ultra today on the mail, when i open the box to get to the phone i see the box is already open<the phone still brandnew and accessory is still brand new, but i dont know why the box is already open
i was thought the phone came sealed in box
has anybody has this problem before when by phone with box is has been already open?
and i have one more question
my phone , the mobile data is disable how do i turn it on agian am running android 5.0.2
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They updated your phone before it was sent. The ultra is aging device. They came out around the jellybean days. My brand new ultra came with 4.3.
Go into settings then like 3or4 lines down tap "more". You will see from there. I think
harley1rocker said:
They updated your phone before it was sent. The ultra is aging device. They came out around the jellybean days. My brand new ultra came with 4.3.
Go into settings then like 3or4 lines down tap "more". You will see from there. I think
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Yes that is why back in January mine was on kitkat already

New E5823, running 5.1.1, no updates

Hey everyone, i recently purchased my dad a new Z5C for his bday from a seller on Ebay. I am a bit paranoid about it though because it is on 5.1.1 and i cannot update it. I have tried doing it from phone settings, and the Xperia companion, but both say it is up to date, and i included a pic of what i got from the Sony website when i checked the IMEI (http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/software/). So am i missing out on some info, is the update not fully out yet, or is this reason to support my paranoia.
On a side note, i have tried installing 3 tempered glass screen protectors and have gotten a large halo all around (air on the sides that wont come out) each time, is this common, do the glass screen protectors suck for this phone or is something fishy with this phone?
Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks!
Here is a pic of the halo effect I was talking about plus those little bubbles a fifth of the way down. All 3 new protectors have had the same issue.
Must have bought from the same seller, because the same thing happened to me. I got mine today and it showed a message saying it was a prototype device, which is my guess for why it says it can't be updated and Sony claiming it to be up to date.
I am concerned about possible spyware and build quality issues, which is why I would like to upgrade it with a stock ROM ASAP. Sony probably won't help us, but maybe eBay can exert some pressure on the seller to take it back.
bla1413241 said:
Must have bought from the same seller, because the same thing happened to me. I got mine today and it showed a message saying it was a prototype device, which is my guess for why it says it can't be updated and Sony claiming it to be up to date.
I am concerned about possible spyware and build quality issues, which is why I would like to upgrade it with a stock ROM ASAP. Sony probably won't help us, but maybe eBay can exert some pressure on the seller to take it back.
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I just talked to Xperia support about half an hour ago and they suggested doing a software repair via the Xperia Companion program. Except​ when I tried to do so, I got the error "UEGetPhoneInfoFailure" when I had to hold volume down and plug it I to the PC. I got the phone from here http://www.ebay.com/itm/142324022634
flizer said:
I just talked to Xperia support about half an hour ago and they suggested doing a software repair via the Xperia Companion program. Except​ when I tried to do so, I got the error "UEGetPhoneInfoFailure" when I had to hold volume down and plug it I to the PC. I got the phone from here
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Yup, same seller. Did Xperia support mention if the phone is identical otherwise? One of the main reasons I got this phone, other than the size and specs, was the water resistance, which the Xperia X Compact lacks. I wouldn't mind keeping the phone if all that's different is the firmware, assuming we can get it flashed somehow. I'll give the software companion a try tomorrow as well and let you know what happens.
bla1413241 said:
Yup, same seller. Did Xperia support mention if the phone is identical otherwise? One of the main reasons I got this phone, other than the size and specs, was the water resistance, which the Xperia X Compact lacks. I wouldn't mind keeping the phone if all that's different is the firmware, assuming we can get it flashed somehow. I'll give the software companion a try tomorrow as well and let you know what happens.
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The most surprising thing is that the phone was supposed to be sold either in the Netherlands or Norway (I don't remember which exactly) but other than that it is a normal phone. Warranty expired a few years back as well. But it is a genuine Xperia. I do really like the phone as well perfect size and good amount of power. And do let me know of the results. Hopefully we can get this sorted out
bla1413241 said:
Yup, same seller. Did Xperia support mention if the phone is identical otherwise? One of the main reasons I got this phone, other than the size and specs, was the water resistance, which the Xperia X Compact lacks. I wouldn't mind keeping the phone if all that's different is the firmware, assuming we can get it flashed somehow. I'll give the software companion a try tomorrow as well and let you know what happens.
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The most surprising thing is that the phone was supposed to be sold either in the Netherlands or Norway (I don't remember which exactly) but other than that it is a normal phone. Warranty expired a few years back as well. But it is a genuine Xperia. I do really like the phone as well perfect size and good amount of power. And do let me know of the results. Hopefully we can get this sorted out
flizer said:
The most surprising thing is that the phone was supposed to be sold either in the Netherlands or Norway (I don't remember which exactly) but other than that it is a normal phone. Warranty expired a few years back as well. But it is a genuine Xperia. I do really like the phone as well perfect size and good amount of power. And do let me know of the results. Hopefully we can get this sorted out
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yo guys if you want to update software, you need give a try for XperiaFirm which can be found in flashtool by androxyde its program for flashing sony firmware, in xperia firm you can download latest software for any xperia device and by the help of flashtool u can flash it to the device
meistr91 said:
yo guys if you want to update software, you need give a try for XperiaFirm which can be found in flashtool by androxyde its program for flashing sony firmware, in xperia firm you can download latest software for any xperia device and by the help of flashtool u can flash it to the device
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Thank for the tip! I got the software and all, now I'm just wondering about which firmware to download. my CDA is showing to be 1298-5153 and i only found it under E5803 showing as customized Saudi Arabia , but my phone is E5823. Do i have to download the same CDA or can i just download 1298-7260 (customized Australia)?
flizer said:
Thank for the tip! I got the software and all, now I'm just wondering about which firmware to download. my CDA is showing to be 1298-5153 and i only found it under E5803 showing as customized Saudi Arabia , but my phone is E5823. Do i have to download the same CDA or can i just download 1298-7260 (customized Australia)?
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meistr91 said:
yo guys if you want to update software, you need give a try for XperiaFirm which can be found in flashtool by androxyde its program for flashing sony firmware, in xperia firm you can download latest software for any xperia device and by the help of flashtool u can flash it to the device
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Disregard the last message, i looked around some more and finally found my answer. Thank you so much for the help much!! I am now running the Australian 32.3.A.2.33
flizer said:
Disregard the last message, i looked around some more and finally found my answer. Thank you so much for the help much!! I am now running the Australian 32.3.A.2.33
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Congrats! How did you go about upgrading it? I've been looking for a way to backup the TA/DRM keys before I took the plunge. I think the issue is that the keys are not in the standard format, but I can't verify. Were you able to get the keys somehow?
bla1413241 said:
Congrats! How did you go about upgrading it? I've been looking for a way to backup the TA/DRM keys before I took the plunge. I think the issue is that the keys are not in the standard format, but I can't verify. Were you able to get the keys somehow?
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You don't have to worry about that because you don't have to open the bootloader. I just checked to be sure and I still got all my keys. Follow this guide here https://www.google.com/amp/s/b.marf...flashtool-and-xperifirm-guide/?marfeeltn=amp.
Make sure you install the drivers correctly for the programs, if using Windows 8,8.1, or 10 it gives you special instructions. The flash tool you can get from here http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php.
As long as the software you get matches your model number it can be any country. There was no US for the E5823 I went with customized Australian. If you need anymore info just reply or send me a message
Neither of the two links work for me.
theshonen8899 said:
Neither of the two links work for me.
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My bad I guess I posted them wrong. Try this. http://www.flashtool.net. and http://www.xperiablog.net/2016/03/12/install-xperia-marshmallow-using-flashtool-and-xperifirm-guide/
Yeah those work. I'll give it a try tonight, thanks!

lcd panel

Device info hw dosnt provide information about the lcd panel ... Is there any other way to check if is it lg or boe ...
When i open device hw its saying sysfs disabled by system firmware
lummujaj said:
When i open device hw its saying sysfs disabled by system firmware
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Root access helps to read LCM&Touchscreen's infos.
It was able read it without root acces in my old mate 20 p
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Might be hard to get into on the LCD as its OLED
I was able.to get info from that app a week ago for a friend of mine
9.0 vs 9.1 I guess.
oslo83 said:
9.0 vs 9.1 I guess.
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No , im not able to get naither 9.0 or 9.1 ... Becasue i own 2 ..
Same here.
I know that I have Boe screen because I've checked months ago, but now it's not showing up anymore.
Tung.
hija31 said:
Same here.
I know that I have Boe screen because I've checked months ago, but now it's not showing up anymore.
Tung.
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Im affected .. i just oppened it ..i had black model and wanted to have another one twilight . Ill ask for a replacment tomorrow
Yes you are.
No need to check than!
lummujaj said:
Im affected .. i just oppened it ..i had black model and wanted to have another one twilight . Ill ask for a replacment tomorrow
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When you were buying your Phone? Is it from first batch?
Wysłane z mojego LG-H870 przy użyciu Tapatalka

Bootloader on S9+?

I decided to download the Android 10 Beta for Galaxy S9+ (even though I'm not part of the beta..) I did spot something interesting though. There's an OEM Unlocking Toggle on here. Anyone know why this could happen?
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I decided to download the Android 10 Beta for Galaxy S9+ (even though I'm not part of the beta..) I did spot something interesting though. There's an OEM Unlocking Toggle on here. Anyone know why this could happen?
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well, its a development release, so an unlockable bootloader isnt surprising, however all the folks i saw commenting about their beta never mentioned unlocking the bootloader. One would think that they would have been blasting it out full force if that was the case
AceSFX said:
I decided to download the Android 10 Beta for Galaxy S9+ (even though I'm not part of the beta..) I did spot something interesting though. There's an OEM Unlocking Toggle on here. Anyone know why this could happen?
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its there to tease u as it doesnt actually unlock the bl on usa variants
elliwigy said:
its there to tease u as it doesnt actually unlock the bl on usa variants
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figures... LoL

Question Developer mode already visible

Got my S23 Ultra yesterday and what i noticed is that the developer options were already visible. Usually you have to do that by tapping the build number.
Anyone else experienced this?
I personally had to enable mine the usual way.
Did you happen to restore from a backup when you set up your phone?
I had to enable it as well.
hill67 said:
Got my S23 Ultra yesterday and what i noticed is that the developer options were already visible. Usually you have to do that by tapping the build number.
Anyone else experienced this?
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Were your phone in a sealed box?
/CK
Café King said:
Were your phone in a sealed box?
/CK
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Yes, it was. Also contacted Samsung and they told me that the phone is a new one.
mharleston said:
Did you happen to restore from a backup when you set up your phone?
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Yes, i did
hill67 said:
Yes, i did
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That's why then mine was the same way coming from my backup. So nothing to worry about.
hill67 said:
Yes, i did
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If I were to guess that would be the reason why. Same thing happened with me

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