[Q] Help on updating Xoom (Just bought now) - Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello. I just bought my motorla xoom. Its a pretty old tablet but i still prefer this than those galaxy tabs.
When i try to update, it says it has the latest version but then in the system it is still 3.2. How do you update this tablet? Is it not allowed yet?
Information on my tablet is:
Model Number:
MZ604
Android Version:
3.2
Firmware configuration version:
GAS_ASIA_HUBBLEWIFIHKTWNGEN_P007
Kernel version:
2.6.36.3-00042-g3c1a41e
[email protected] #1
Build Number
H.6.6-27
I hope someone can help me.. im just new at this..

I just bought mine too. It arrived today actually. It came with version 3.1, and, as soon as I went to software updates under Settings, it updated to version 4.0.4
I believe it depends on which country you are.
Unless you want to GEDify your Xoom (as I will do very very soon), then you will receive always the newest updates directly from Google.
BTW, I'm from Brazil.

felipevsw said:
I just bought mine too. It arrived today actually. It came with version 3.1, and, as soon as I went to software updates under Settings, it updated to version 4.0.4
I believe it depends on which country you are.
Unless you want to GEDify your Xoom (as I will do very very soon), then you will receive always the newest updates directly from Google.
BTW, I'm from Brazil.
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yeah got mine too with 3.1 then was only updated upto 3.2.. i live in the Philippines. i thought it was rolled out to everyone in every country?.. and whats GEDify?

nairav said:
yeah got mine too with 3.1 then was only updated upto 3.2.. i live in the Philippines. i thought it was rolled out to everyone in every country?.. and whats GEDify?
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It is rolled out to everyone in every country, bot NOT at the same time. One day you will get ICS and then JB...
Gedify comes from GED which stands for “Google Experience Device”. A “Google Experience Device” receives its updates directly from Google, without any customization or modification from the device manufacturer.
This is only possible if you flash the US version of Xoom's rom.
MZ604 here in Brazil, there in Philippines and in the US, is MZ604, so there's no problem doing that.
I'm doing it tomorrow!
BTW, if I helped you, hit the Thanks button!

It's done! And Jelly Bean is freaking amazing!
Sent from my GEDifyed Xoom using xda premium

felipevsw said:
It is rolled out to everyone in every country, bot NOT at the same time. One day you will get ICS and then JB...
Gedify comes from GED which stands for “Google Experience Device”. A “Google Experience Device” receives its updates directly from Google, without any customization or modification from the device manufacturer.
This is only possible if you flash the US version of Xoom's rom.
MZ604 here in Brazil, there in Philippines and in the US, is MZ604, so there's no problem doing that.
I'm doing it tomorrow!
BTW, if I helped you, hit the Thanks button!
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Hey man, i sent my xoom back since i had some problems with my macro shots.. they dont seem to focus well. and when i try it with flash, i only get white pictures. is that normal?
Can you also send me links on how to root-flash-GEDify xoom? if possible though without unlocking bootloader... thanks man...

Unfortunately I won't be able to help you with this... I rarely take photos... even with my Sony smartphone that has an awesome camera.
But I can take some photos to test and see if this is normal. Then I post here my views.

Rooting your xoom won't be possible without unlocking the bootloader. Unless you search for methods using exploits. But those methods didn't work for me but it might be worth a try. So unlocking the bootloader is the best way to root. It's save, pretty easy and you also have the ability to install a custom Rom later on to get jelly bean (I am currently running the cm10 nightlies)
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felipevsw said:
I just bought mine too. It arrived today actually. It came with version 3.1, and, as soon as I went to software updates under Settings, it updated to version 4.0.4
I believe it depends on which country you are.
Unless you want to GEDify your Xoom (as I will do very very soon), then you will receive always the newest updates directly from Google.
BTW, I'm from Brazil.
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Can you share your Firmware Version, Kernel Version and Build Number as well? After updating to 4.0.4, did your Xoom still have the "Quickoffice HD" app? What I have read from the forums is that GEDifying your Xoom would loose this app since the US-based Xoom does not have Quickoffice HD buddled with the device.

nairav said:
Hello. I just bought my motorla xoom. Its a pretty old tablet but i still prefer this than those galaxy tabs.
When i try to update, it says it has the latest version but then in the system it is still 3.2. How do you update this tablet? Is it not allowed yet?
Information on my tablet is:
Model Number:
MZ604
Android Version:
3.2
Firmware configuration version:
GAS_ASIA_HUBBLEWIFIHKTWNGEN_P007
Kernel version:
2.6.36.3-00042-g3c1a41e
[email protected] #1
Build Number
H.6.6-27
I hope someone can help me.. im just new at this..
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do what it says in this thread and you will have the US wifi firmware and can do all the over the air updates to jelly bean. i did this when i got my xoom (same firmware as yours) and had no issues at all
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1163523

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Newest Gingerbread version for Samsung GS 2

Hi, I am currently running V.2.3.4 on my Samsung GS 2. The phone is unlocked purchased on Internet and I am with AT&T in US.
My question is how can I get 2.3.5 or higher if it's official released by Google says for UK but not for US. I don't even know Google did release it in US or not.
If not, can I still do it and where can I get it?
Any reponses would be appreciated.
Do you have the international or the AT&T version? The international version has 2.3.6 already.
You can find out which version you have in the system information. The international version is the GT-I9100.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
TheSniperFan said:
Do you have the international or the AT&T version? The international version has 2.3.6 already.
You can find out which version you have in the system information. The international version is the GT-I9100.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
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Thanks for replying. My carrier is AT&T but I bought the phone unlocked online so it is the international version ( no AT&T name on it ) Is 2.3.6 official release or simply a beta?
Thanks
Official release. However it's not available to everyone through KIES yet. I don't know why. Maybe because Samsung handles updates crappy or because KIES is crappy.
You live in the US so I'll find a suitable update for you (English language and such). Just give me some time. I REALLY need to go sleep now. Just tell me what CSC you have asap. The best would be if you post your output of the System-Information from Android. Kernel, Baseband,....such stuff. Do you use Windows, Linux or OSX?
TheSniperFan said:
Official release. However it's not available to everyone through KIES yet. I don't know why. Maybe because Samsung handles updates crappy or because KIES is crappy.
You live in the US so I'll find a suitable update for you (English language and such). Just give me some time. I REALLY need to go sleep now. Just tell me what CSC you have asap. The best would be if you post your output of the System-Information from Android. Kernel, Baseband,....such stuff. Do you use Windows, Linux or OSX?
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Thanks for your help. I am running Windows Xp ( SP3 ) Here's my phone system info:
Android version: 2.3.4
Baseband version: I9100XXKI1
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-i9100XWKI4-CL575468 [email protected]#2
Build number: GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
If the official one is 2.3.6 then how can I get it? Can I download it from some where?
I am appreciate all your help.
Samkee007 said:
Thanks for your help. I am running Windows Xp ( SP3 ) Here's my phone system info:
Android version: 2.3.4
Baseband version: I9100XXKI1
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-i9100XWKI4-CL575468 [email protected]#2
Build number: GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
If the official one is 2.3.6 then how can I get it? Can I download it from some where?
I am appreciate all your help.
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2.3.4 seems like the latest version for your device (so far at least): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
Theonew said:
2.3.4 seems like the latest version for your device (so far at least): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
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Doesn't have to be....
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
Theonew said:
2.3.4 seems like the latest version for your device (so far at least): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
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I got the 2.3.4 from KIES yesterday but every body is talking about 2.3.6 ( may be in some countries )I would like to get the newest one of course. If Google didn't release for US market then I'll get it myself.
What is your current CSC code?
Type *#1234#
TheSniperFan said:
Doesn't have to be....
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
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In that thread it is. And if it isn't, kies would have notified that there was a further update (so logically, it has to be).
Samkee007 said:
I got the 2.3.4 from KIES yesterday but every body is talking about 2.3.6 ( may be in some countries )I would like to get the newest one of course. If Google didn't release for US market then I'll get it myself.
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Remember there are many variants of the Samsung Galaxy SII. Some have that update (as shown in the thread), some don't (like yours - XWKI4 (KI1)). You could interchange if you want to; See here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1301772.
Theonew said:
In that thread it is. And if it isn't, kies would have notified that there was a further update (so logically, it has to be).
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That's right, but if he tells me what CSC he has, he might has luck. There is a 2.3.6 firmware with multicsc and if his is amongst them, he can safely flash it, because it's english anyway.
If he has no luck, he still has options:
Wait for an update or go with MIUI or CyanogenMod and therefore 2.3.7.
Theonew said:
In that thread it is. And if it isn't, kies would have notified that there was a further update (so logically, it has to be).
Remember there are many variants of the Samsung Galaxy SII. Some have that update (as shown in the thread), some don't (like yours - XWKI4 (KI1)). You could interchange if you want to; See here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1301772.
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Interchange? Meaning I can still use the 2.3.6 that is suppose for other GS 2 right?
GT-I9100 is GT-I9100 so the firmware will work on your device. But depending on your CSC, you might get problems with mobile data and such.
CSC is a problem in stock-roms only. Custom-roms just work, so those are an alternative too. You can always flash back later.
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thesniperfan said:
what is your current csc code?
Type *#1234#
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i9100xeukh2
TheSniperFan,
So which firmware that I should get I mean the stable one of course. Can you post me the link for download if you happened to know.
Thanks
P.S. I've done the upgrade on my wife's Samsung Galaxy 3 I5800 one time ( from 2.1 to 2.2 ) The phone was not for US market as a result I could not get updates but I found the firmware & instructions online and finally got it done.
I just saw quite a bit of people in Android forum complaining about 2.3.6 causing battery drainage after the upgrade. Is it real?
Samkee007 said:
I just saw quite a bit of people in Android forum complaining about 2.3.6 causing battery drainage after the upgrade. Is it real?
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Let me check this. I can't tell now, because I've never used 2.3.6. I used 2.3.7 right away and now my ROM is based on 4.0.1. If the battery is a problem, I'll find you a 2.3.5. one.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
EDIT:
Indeed many people on the internet complain about that battery-life got worse. Here on xda and various different sites. I think you should go with 2.3.5 then. It's still an upgrade and people like it.
The latest one for you should be this one:
XWKJ3
Android 2.3.5
This package has: PDA: XWKJ3| Modem/phone: XXKI3| CSC: XEUKH2
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/JFWLX5M4EZ
XWKJ3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/JDA305KOVD
Password: [email protected]
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Step-by-Step instructions are here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13712988&postcount=1
Hope this helps.
Appreciation
TheSniperFan,
Thanks for all the help. I think I better go for 2.3.5 just to be safe.
Thanks thanks again!
Firmware upgrade FAILED! HELP!
I was upgrading my GS 2 from 2.3.4 to 2.3.5 by following the links provided here some how the upgrade failed. In the mean time my GS2 STILL SHOW DOWNLOADING and said DO NOT UNPLUG THE CABLE so I waited, waited I think it was more than 12 to 15 min finally I unplugged it, the phone was still in downloading mode and didn't respond to all buttons so I removed the battery, tried back the downloading mode again then it pops up the message " Firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies & try again "
But Kies said " Device not responding. To resolve the issue reboot the device " which I've tried a numerous time and nothing happen. Can some one help please!!!
Thanks
UPDATE:
I just got it fixed. While I was waiting I decided to go ahead to do whatever it takes what I did was re-do the process by opened up the Odin on PC suprisingly the downloading bar on phone & Odin both appearing while the " Firmware upgrade encountered a issue Please use KIES for recovery mode " message still there and Odin said it passed, the phone rebooted and I checked the version which is 2.3.5 I also checked all my files nothing is lost. How & why I have no idea may be some Android experts in this forum can tell me. Now everything is all good. I learned my lesson I should kept waiting before unplug or remove the cable/battery whether the process is succeded or not.

[Q] Motorla Razr/Maxx ICS update Middle East

Greetings everyone,
Has anyone in this region (Middle East) System Version 65.1.40.XT910.MERetail.en.06 Build Number 6.5.1-167-SPD-IRD-40 recieve OTA for ICS 4.0.4? All I can find onilne is users in the US CDMA Verizon has pushed for the OTA. I've been checking none stop but it keeps saying its upto date. I got furious when my Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini recieved 4.0.4 and the mighty Razr Maxx is still kickin' on GB.
Please drop a line. Thanks.
no i have not received any upgrade option yet.
UAE RAZR
Honestly, I'd stopped waiting for the update to happen.. i've gone ahead and flashed the retail.eu 4.0.4 version and my phone has been running smoothly.. no issues whatsoever! just go ahead and do it.. u'll find the link on the main xda forum page.. its a little bit of a run-around, but you'll eventually have ICS on ur Razr :fingers-crossed:
Slorks said:
Greetings everyone,
Has anyone in this region (Middle East) System Version 65.1.40.XT910.MERetail.en.06 Build Number 6.5.1-167-SPD-IRD-40 recieve OTA for ICS 4.0.4? All I can find onilne is users in the US CDMA Verizon has pushed for the OTA. I've been checking none stop but it keeps saying its upto date. I got furious when my Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini recieved 4.0.4 and the mighty Razr Maxx is still kickin' on GB.
Please drop a line. Thanks.
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No .. still waiting on ICS. Update to ICS EU final leak is still an option.>?
Waiting for the Atrix update!!
ulli_shameer said:
Honestly, I'd stopped waiting for the update to happen.. i've gone ahead and flashed the retail.eu 4.0.4 version and my phone has been running smoothly.. no issues whatsoever! just go ahead and do it.. u'll find the link on the main xda forum page.. its a little bit of a run-around, but you'll eventually have ICS on ur Razr :fingers-crossed:
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can u send a link from wher u got tht...i hav a MEretail razr which is rooted..i badly want the ics...will flashing tht eu retail rom brick the phone or something?. did u hav the me retail razr?
nope
sadly no i've got nothing in my droid razr maxx im from kuwait
ulli_shameer said:
Honestly, I'd stopped waiting for the update to happen.. i've gone ahead and flashed the retail.eu 4.0.4 version and my phone has been running smoothly.. no issues whatsoever! just go ahead and do it.. u'll find the link on the main xda forum page.. its a little bit of a run-around, but you'll eventually have ICS on ur Razr :fingers-crossed:
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srry to ask but does it contain arabic? and gsm works well?
-Alaa- said:
srry to ask but does it contain arabic? and gsm works well?
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Yes it contains Arabic but you'll have to download Arabic keyboard from play store and working great with GSM.
ulli_shameer said:
Honestly, I'd stopped waiting for the update to happen.. i've gone ahead and flashed the retail.eu 4.0.4 version and my phone has been running smoothly.. no issues whatsoever! just go ahead and do it.. u'll find the link on the main xda forum page.. its a little bit of a run-around, but you'll eventually have ICS on ur Razr :fingers-crossed:
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could you make a simple step by step tutorial on how you did it ?
like which retail.eu ROM did u flash ???
It's rediculous. It's October 2012 and the once "Flagship" phone not even a year old, wont update to ICS. I'm not even gonna start on JB. When I called Motorola Kuwait (Axiom) they said the update will never come OTA or any other way to my build number (Middle East version). I refuse to buy the new Motorola Razr HD due to proper support; in that area, Motorola suffers GREATLY! Doesn't make sense to me, doesn't Google own Motorola Mobility? Why are'nt Motorola phones already running Android Vanilla?! It's really frustrating.
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[Q] Why I'm not getting the update?

Hey,
in November 2011 I bought my XOOM on Amazon.de .
The update to Version 3.2 worked fine und was quickly aviable.
But now I'm waiting on the 4.0 Update. I'm from Germany and everytime I hit the button search for updates, he says my tablet is up-to date.
All my friends can download the new firmware since 28.06.2012, I'm not able to do this.
My Build-Number is:
H.6.6-23
Firmware-Version:
GAS_EMEA_UCAHUBLWFRTCOREEU_PO14
Is there a false firmware on my tablet or something else?
Could any German user, which proceed the update successful, which Version he has. I'm pretty unsure about this.
I hope my english is understandable
Your written English is good.
I am not exactly sure if your rom has gotten the update yet, and it doesn't really answer your question..but you can flash stock US rom to get OTA, or flash a custom rom.
hi
i'm from germany and got the update on 28.06. (xoom wifi)
Build-Number: I.7.1-42
Firmware-Version: GAS_EMEA_USAHUBLWFRTDACH_P012
GAS_EMEA_USAHUBLWFRTDACH_A014
GAS_EMEA_USAHUBLWFRTDACH_M006
GAS_EMEA_UCAHUBLWFRTCOREEU_PO14
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i don't know, but it seems like your region code is different (COREEU) to german (DACH).
I expected that. I think it's the UK-Firmware, which is installed. I will put the DACH-Firmware on. Thanks!

Android 5 support for Note 10.1 1st gen

Hello guys,
I searched on the internet about this topic, but I couldn't find anything related. However, I'm very curious if the first generation of Note 10.1 tablets (GT-N8000/8010/8013/8020) will get the Android OS 5 update.
Anything announced regarding this?
I think there will be No official update.
KitKat 4.4.2 will be the last version update of GT-N80xx.
Definitely not! N8000 update history:
- in a shop on september 2012 (here) with android 4.0
- got an update on january 2013 to android 4.1
- today on july 2014 still waiting an update
And im pretty sure it is a final release and the (phone)tablet is totally then forgotten...
Sent from my phone - Note 10.1 (N8000)
It's not that bad if I'm honest... The newer software actually removes some of the goodness that makes the N8000/N8010 different from the bunch, like multi-windows for example. Sure there are more bells and whistles for the S-Pen but less multitasking friendly. Basically you're left with lots of custom roms, which is not bad by itself. It just requires more effort.
kenelyka said:
Hello guys,
I searched on the internet about this topic, but I couldn't find anything related. However, I'm very curious if the first generation of Note 10.1 tablets (GT-N8000/8010/8013/8020) will get the Android OS 5 update.
Anything announced regarding this?
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Sammobile suggests answer is yes.
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/03/18...roid-5-0-for-the-galaxy-s-iii-galaxy-note-ii/
"Posted by Danny D. 1 year ago"
Not true.
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quails said:
Sammobile suggests answer is yes.
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/03/18...roid-5-0-for-the-galaxy-s-iii-galaxy-note-ii/
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That article is one year old. Hence that we didn't know that kit kat was 5.0 or 4.4 back then.
nKyb said:
That article is one year old. Hence that we didn't know that kit kat was 5.0 or 4.4 back then.
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Makes sense - kitkat announced September last year. Won't get hope up then !
Yeap i highly doubt there will be an official android L update for this series. However i can't wait to flash CM12 when it comes out to the device. It will give it another lease of life.
No More official version update after 4.4.2 KK...
But it is possible to port a custom ROM for N80xx in the future...
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Android L????
Seriously?
I'd be happy if my 8013 get 4.4.2 - I'm not even going to pretend to expect to see L.
alpha5793 said:
No More official version update after 4.4.2 KK...
But it is possible to port a custom ROM for N80xx in the future...
Sent from my SHW-M480W using Tapatalk
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the 2013 version stopped getting updates at 4.1. Samsung will be loosing many Customers. Premium Device with NO SUPPORT.Go figure.
erica_renee said:
the 2013 version stopped getting updates at 4.1. Samsung will be loosing many Customers. Premium Device with NO SUPPORT.Go figure.
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I love each update a manufacturer releases but to be honest i buy my device expecting none. I expect the warranty to be up held as long as I don't monkey with it (I never have a warranty). I expect build quality to be acceptable. I expect the functions it is supposed to have when I purchase it to work properly (never gonna happen because of wifi and bluetooth bug). The new OS versions usually contain a small benefit but rarely something outrageous and if I need that function (never have that I can recall since 4.0) I turn to mods. I think Samsung builds and prices these devices with a few updates in mind but to be realistic a company would go bankrupt if they produced updates for each device for as long as we the customer would like lol.
erica_renee said:
the 2013 version stopped getting updates at 4.1. Samsung will be loosing many Customers. Premium Device with NO SUPPORT.Go figure.
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Mine is running 4.4.2. Its the original version. So no, updates didnt stop at 4.1

UK Xoom: Highest OTA Android version?

Hi
I have a UK Wifi Xoom MZ604 and was wondering what the latest official Android version is? I am currently on 4.0.4 but seem to recall some UK Xoom users getting OTA updates to newer versions than that. My Xoom has not been modded, rooted etc in any way, but I've never received any further OTA update notification.
It was suggested somewhere that I reload the original stock firmware and go through the OTA process again to get the latest release, but after doing this I'm just back to 4.0.4 and seemingly going no further. I would like to get to 4.1.x as my wife watches alot of Demand 5/My5 which isn't supported on 4.0.4. I don't really want to go the root/custom ROM route as some of the apps that we use on the tablet don't run on rooted devices (All4, I'm looking at you).
So was there ever a UK OTA update beyond 4.0.4? Or am I stuck with it? Or any other suggestions?
Cheers!
Nomarky said:
Hi
I have a UK Wifi Xoom MZ604 and was wondering what the latest official Android version is? I am currently on 4.0.4 but seem to recall some UK Xoom users getting OTA updates to newer versions than that. My Xoom has not been modded, rooted etc in any way, but I've never received any further OTA update notification.
It was suggested somewhere that I reload the original stock firmware and go through the OTA process again to get the latest release, but after doing this I'm just back to 4.0.4 and seemingly going no further. I would like to get to 4.1.x as my wife watches alot of Demand 5/My5 which isn't supported on 4.0.4. I don't really want to go the root/custom ROM route as some of the apps that we use on the tablet don't run on rooted devices (All4, I'm looking at you).
So was there ever a UK OTA update beyond 4.0.4? Or am I stuck with it? Or any other suggestions?
Cheers!
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Only for the MZ604 US version 4.1.x JB in OTS not yours.
It's stupid but like this.
If you flash your xoom with the stock HWI69 (android 3.0) your tab upgrade in OTA to 4.1
pots22 said:
Only for the MZ604 US version 4.1.x JB in OTS not yours.
It's stupid but like this.
If you flash your xoom with the stock HWI69 (android 3.0) your tab upgrade in OTA to 4.1
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Thanks, I came to this conclusion and flashed HWI69 the other night. Pretty simple to do, now OTA'd up to 4.1

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