The first step in creating an FTF is to get hold of the large files downloaded by Sony Update Service. My device is already updated. Is there any means to force SUS to download the update files?
Holmes.Sherlock said:
The first step in creating an FTF is to get hold of the large files downloaded by Sony Update Service. My device is already updated. Is there any means to force SUS to download the update files?
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You can flash an older FTF file and then update.
FTF Collection
Joery360 said:
You can flash an older FTF file and then update.
FTF Collection
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Just to force download the update, flashing an older FTF is not-so-nice an option.
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Hi
I just got confirmed by Sony customer service that after unlocking bootloader and rooting, you can still update your device with flash tool. But is their any website, like the one for Samsung, where you can find official and newest software updates and download them, so they're ready to be flashed to your device?
Thanks in advance
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2886061
Playdough96 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2886061
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Out of curiosity, they're outdated stuck right?
I mean they're outdated and so. Aren't their an website with the newest possible updates?
I mean like the D6603 model, haven't been updated since september so any minor updates since are "lost" on the device, right?
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/
Faspaiso said:
Hi
I just got confirmed by Sony customer service that after unlocking bootloader and rooting, you can still update your device with flash tool. But is their any website, like the one for Samsung, where you can find official and newest software updates and download them, so they're ready to be flashed to your device?
Thanks in advance
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You can do it with flashtool and with xperiafirm tool. Cheers
gregbradley said:
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/
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Can't be used after unlocking bootloader. I wanted an place where you can just download it and then flash it with Flashtool.
juanpirulo said:
You can do it with flashtool and with xperiafirm tool. Cheers
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I know that. I ask where do I download the latest version of the Xperia z3 software in the future.
Like if I unlock bootloader now, and Android L comes out tomorrow, I can't get it, cause I can't update with PC companion or OTA update. Neither can I flash it with Flashtool as I don't have the update. So back to the question. Where do I find new updates?
Faspaiso said:
Can't be used after unlocking bootloader. I wanted an place where you can just download it and then flash it with Flashtool.
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You cannot install the update with this after unlocking the bootloader but this is where you download the very latest files and then you can convert them to an FTF file and flash them with flashtool.
Faspaiso said:
I know that. I ask where do I download the latest version of the Xperia z3 software in the future.
Like if I unlock bootloader now, and Android L comes out tomorrow, I can't get it, cause I can't update with PC companion or OTA update. Neither can I flash it with Flashtool as I don't have the update. So back to the question. Where do I find new updates?
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You have already been given the link to the FTF collection thread in an earlier post. That is where you get the latest FTF files.
Or do what I just said, use PCCompanion to download the update, convert it to FTF and flash with flashtool
gregbradley said:
You cannot install the update with this after unlocking the bootloader but this is where you download the very latest files and then you can convert them to an FTF file and flash them with flashtool.
You have already been given the link to the FTF collection thread in an earlier post. That is where you get the latest FTF files.
Or do what I just said, use PCCompanion to download the update, convert it to FTF and flash with flashtool
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Arh, I get it now. Thanks for your time and sorry for the inconvenience!
I will try search a lot more later!
Take my thanks!
What's about using XperiFirm with Flashtool? So u'r just up to date without having a look into forums etc.... That's my prefered way to stay up-to-date for all of my Z to Z3 phones.
/na, didn't read posts above.
so after giving up on installing cm12 I've decided to roll back to the stock sony firmware
but, I kinda downloaded a version that is a little bit outdated, so I have to update it
the problem is, when the cellphone goes to install it, it just boots on twrp
is there any way to fix that?
otaviomad said:
so after giving up on installing cm12 I've decided to roll back to the stock sony firmware
but, I kinda downloaded a version that is a little bit outdated, so I have to update it
the problem is, when the cellphone goes to install it, it just boots on twrp
is there any way to fix that?
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Are you trying to install a .zip file or a .ftf file?
.ftf files are only flashable with flashtool via a pc.
Beetle84 said:
Are you trying to install a .zip file or a .ftf file?
.ftf files are only flashable with flashtool via a pc.
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I'm actually not sure, just using sony's updater
otaviomad said:
I'm actually not sure, just using sony's updater
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If you have unlocked the bootloader then PCCompanion will not work.
Use flashtool to download the latest FTF file and flash that
gregbradley said:
If you have unlocked the bootloader then PCCompanion will not work.
Use flashtool to download the latest FTF file and flash that
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the bootloader's still locked
otaviomad said:
the bootloader's still locked
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How were you going to install cm then? That needs an unlocked boot.
You can still use flash tool to repair your phone though.
gregbradley said:
How were you going to install cm then? That needs an unlocked boot.
You can still use flash tool to repair your phone though.
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no, the phone's ok, I'm staying with sony's firmware
the problem is, I can't update it with the sony software update on the cellphone, since when I press install it just boots into twrp and does nothing
otaviomad said:
no, the phone's ok, I'm staying with sony's firmware
the problem is, I can't update it with the sony software update on the cellphone, since when I press install it just boots into twrp and does nothing
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For the third time
Use flashtool to download the latest FTF for your device and flash it.
Or, if you can access recovery just flash a pre-rooted .zip for your device
Hi, I'm on 5.1.1 but I can't update because I have rooted my phone. I want to go back to kitkat and start updating from there.
Is it ok if i download 23.0.a.2.93 from storefront, GLOBAL, and start updating from there? if not, what firmware from flashtools shold i download? help is appreciated.
Download marshmallow firmware using xperifirm.. And the flash that firmware using androxyde flashtool.. Simple it is..
TechnoFreak750 said:
Download marshmallow firmware using xperifirm.. And the flash that firmware using androxyde flashtool.. Simple it is..
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all would be with "flashtools" program isnt it?
also can you tell me the marshmallow number? i have a d6603
if i install it with flashtools, can i update my phone when updates arrive or i have to update it by flashtools?
Luchosott_ said:
all would be with "flashtools" program isnt it?
also can you tell me the marshmallow number? i have a d6603
if i install it with flashtools, can i update my phone when updates arrive or i have to update it by flashtools?
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Yes it can easily be done by flashtool.. And some other options are pc companion and emma.. If you have unlocked your bootloader then you cant ever update phone through emma or pc companion.. But if your boot loader is locked then after flashing stock firmware you are free to update your phone as u want. Current latest firmware available for d6603 is 23.5.A.1.291.
TechnoFreak750 said:
Yes it can easily be done by flashtool.. And some other options are pc companion and emma.. If you have unlocked your bootloader then you cant ever update phone through emma or pc companion.. But if your boot loader is locked then after flashing stock firmware you are free to update your phone as u want. Current latest firmware available for d6603 is 23.5.A.1.291.
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do you recommend any country specific? bc there are some countries that have more bloatware than others, also better performance
Luchosott_ said:
do you recommend any country specific? bc there are some countries that have more bloatware than others, also better performance
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as far as I have experienced the customisations are present for country specific models.. you must flash ftf belonging to your country only..
Can i downgrade my xperia xz from nougat to marshmallow? Any tutorial?
yes
use flashtool
search for marshmallow ftf in this forum
i tried it before but i failed to flash it.. i downloaded an indian ftf because its the only 6.0 ftf i found on the internet.. i dunno maybe i just made mistake flashing it.. can u kindly give me the exact procedure how to use the flashtool.. tnx
Please follow this guide:
I can't downgrade before. Here's what I did:
Download latest FlashTool
Uninstall the current flashtool installed
Delete flashtool files on your local drive like C: or D: , etc
If you are using Windows, please navigate to the following path:
C:\Users\*username*\.flashtool
Delete the .flashtool folder
Reinstall the Flashtool and the patch (jar file)
Download MM from Xperifirm (the commercial firmware is still on MM)
Create the TFT file. As you create the TFT file, it will tell you that there's a Flash script for your device. Click Yes. Clicking no will need you to repeat from step 1
Once the TFT is created, flash it now
IF you encounter an error with the date, flash it again.
You can also read the thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xz/help/downgrade-to-mm-flashtool-loader-sin-t3554714/page5
engineer000 said:
Please follow this guide:
I can't downgrade before. Here's what I did:
Download latest FlashTool
Uninstall the current flashtool installed
Delete flashtool files on your local drive like C: or D: , etc
If you are using Windows, please navigate to the following path:
C:\Users\*username*\.flashtool
Delete the .flashtool folder
Reinstall the Flashtool and the patch (jar file)
Download MM from Xperifirm (the commercial firmware is still on MM)
Create the TFT file. As you create the TFT file, it will tell you that there's a Flash script for your device. Click Yes. Clicking no will need you to repeat from step 1
Once the TFT is created, flash it now
IF you encounter an error with the date, flash it again.
You can also read the thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xz/help/downgrade-to-mm-flashtool-loader-sin-t3554714/page5
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i already have the india generic firmware can i use that firmware?
Jkmrtsno said:
i already have the india generic firmware can i use that firmware?
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make flashtool point to the directory where the ftf resides
Jkmrtsno said:
i already have the india generic firmware can i use that firmware?
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I tried that and I got an issue that's why I used the commercial TFT stated above.
engineer000 said:
I tried that and I got an issue that's why I used the commercial TFT stated above.
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It worked sir.. i re install the flashtool and download drivers but i used the india generic... and it worked.. hmm btw what kind of issues did u get in india generic firmware?
Jkmrtsno said:
It worked sir.. i re install the flashtool and download drivers but i used the india generic... and it worked.. hmm btw what kind of issues did u get in india generic firmware?
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corrupted data partition. tried it 2 times. it is the same. commercial fixed it
engineer000 said:
corrupted data partition. tried it 2 times. it is the same. commercial fixed it
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so you already downgrade your xz dual? im also trying to downgrde usng india fw. but never succeded. can you teach me how?
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Jkmrtsno said:
It worked sir.. i re install the flashtool and download drivers but i used the india generic... and it worked.. hmm btw what kind of issues did u get in india generic firmware?
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can you give me the link that india generic firmware.?
shazwansulleh said:
so you already downgrade your xz dual? im also trying to downgrde usng india fw. but never succeded. can you teach me how?
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See my reply above. I used commercial fw from xperifirm
I'm looking for ANY stock rom for this phone (asia or international region) any version will do thanks
[Xperia XA user said:
;71420744]I'm looking for ANY stock rom for this phone (asia or international region) any version will do thanks
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Download Flashtools on your PC, there should be something there. Look through @rrvuhpg root guide, the link for flash tools is there
BadmanBristow said:
Download Flashtools on your PC, there should be something there. Look through @rrvuhpg root guide, the link for flash tools is there
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After i install the file how do i sideload it onto my device? It installs as a folder so do i compress it and flash it?
[Xperia XA user said:
;71423046]After i install the file how do i sideload it onto my device? It installs as a folder so do i compress it and flash it?
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Use Flashtools to find the ROM that works for you then flash it in fast boot. Look through some tutorials on how to use it on YouTube
All you need are in XperiFirm, download your firmware you need, use FlashTool to create bundle then flash it in flashtool
okhayko said:
All you need are in XperiFirm, download your firmware you need, use FlashTool to create bundle then flash it in flashtool
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Flashtool does it all for you, no need to use xperifirm independently been like this for a while now.
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