Hey, I'm from UK and got my Z3 yesterday. Lovely phone, however I'm stuck with the ugly 3 splash screen upon boot. Is there any way to get rid of this? Is there another firmware I can flash which will work with my phone? Thanks for your help.
Go in the the general section and there is a sticky thread (at the top) all you have to do is use flashtool and flash one of the unbranded firmwares for your model. This is what I did with my O2 phone. Hope this helps
nobby00900 said:
Go in the the general section and there is a sticky thread (at the top) all you have to do is use flashtool and flash one of the unbranded firmwares for your model. This is what I did with my O2 phone. Hope this helps
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Hi thanks mate. Brilliant we haven't got to unlock bootloader or be rooted. Do I flash the UK generic ftf file? Does generic refer to network unbranded? Kind regards.
mgf8384 said:
Hi thanks mate. Brilliant we haven't got to unlock bootloader or be rooted. Do I flash the UK generic ftf file? Does generic refer to network unbranded? Kind regards.
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I'm a different mate , but yes, "generic" means "unbranded". To be more specific, flash "Customized UK 23.0.A.2.105 / R9B" and you have the latest without any carrier branding.
sxtester said:
I'm a different mate , but yes, "generic" means "unbranded". To be more specific, flash "Customized UK 23.0.A.2.105 / R9B" and you have the latest without any carrier branding.
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Just to confirm, I won't lose my DRM keys, and the camera won't be affected if I flash an FTF file? This only occurs if I root/unlock bootloader, correct? Thanks very much for help
mgf8384 said:
Just to confirm, I won't lose my DRM keys, and the camera won't be affected if I flash an FTF file? This only occurs if I root/unlock bootloader, correct? Thanks very much for help
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Correct, you will not lose your DRM keys.
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Hi everyone
I have just purchased my first Sony phone, the Z5.
It is on Vodafone UK but has been officially unlocked. I wish to debrand and put on stock Sony android software so remove the network branding. Can someone pleas ehlpe as I have never done this before. I have just downloaded flashtool.
My second question - If I use flashtool to change to stock software, will I still receive OTA updates for future software updates rather than having to use flashtool all the time?
Thanks in advance.
Yes, with official firmware everything will be fine.
sovanyio said:
Yes, with official firmware everything will be fine.
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Thank you for reply.
Is there a link where i can download official firmware please, I have searched here but cannot seem to find it?
Thank you
Check this guide:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2015/03/1...peria-lollipop-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool/
Uk ftf - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63649148
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Hi to all, sorry if I port afloat this old thread.
I have a Z5 with a MM branded firmware (TIM Italy). I already know how to debrand it flashing another compatible firmware.
My question is: is it necessary wipe all data, also if I flash another MM firmware?
By what I read, I understood that if I stay on the same major update (in this case MM) I shouldn't meet any kind of problem also if I didn't wipe all. Is it right?
Thanks to all
Hello everyone! Seems we're going to get root soon on locked bootloader in lollipop, so we can backup the TA partition before unlocking. The question is, can we downgrade from MM to LP without unlocking the bootloader?
You know how google, do you? You can, download the Firmware and flash it via Flashtool.
ali112 said:
You know how google, do you? You can, download the Firmware and flash it via Flashtool.
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Yes, I did google. Saw a couple of post about the Z5P, but I'm comming from motorola and they are a little bit special when it comes to downgrade, because of the bootloader. So I want to be sure because I have almost zero exprecience with sony.
Anyway, no need to be rude. Thanks!
You can downgrade with no problems bootloader locked or not as the above poster said flashtool and xperifirm is your friend. I don't have access to links atm
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zippy01 said:
You can downgrade with no problems bootloader locked or not as the above poster said flashtool and xperifirm is your friend. I don't have access to links atm
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No problem, thanks, I got that tools.. alredy used them to flash marshmallow :good:
lionelbac said:
No problem, thanks, I got that tools.. alredy used them to flash marshmallow :good:
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Glad you're sorted enjoy ??
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I'm new to this forum so please forgive me. When I bought my Z5 from Vodafone UK, it was running Lollipop 5.1.1 and ran all the apps I wanted flawlessly. Since the update to Marshmallow, ACR and NetVu ObserVer now do not, the developer of ACR cannot work around this so I need to back date the firmware. I have downloaded XperiFirm and Flashtool but can only find 32.0.A.6.200 for EE. I would have preferred the stock Vodafone firmware, but will the EE one do?
any firmware will do as long as those apps work. some branded firmwares have differnt splash screens. thats pretty much the only difference
Thanks for your reply, I'm not bothered about any splash screen but something I noticed is a file named simlock. As EE lock their phones to their network only I take it this file needs omitting?
Regards, John.
I understand that the US variant will not have fingerprint sensor, but does it have the underlying hardware that we can activate via flashing official UK tools/Rom? It was possible with the XZ, so just wondering. Thank you.
Yes, just flash non-us fw and it works again.
FartyParty said:
Yes, just flash non-us fw and it works again.
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I am new to Sony's phone. this phone I am getting is for my Chinese girlfriend and would like to flash the China firmware onto the US Variant for her. Can you give me the steps how to flash a different firmware
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I am new to Sony's phone. this phone I am getting is for my Chinese girlfriend and would like to flash the China firmware onto the US Variant for her. Can you give me the steps how to flash a different firmware
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Note that Chinese Mainland (CN) FW doesn't have Google Framework, you may try HK or TW version.
The flash tool for XZP is still on developing, keep an eye on https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
skitisu said:
Note that Chinese Mainland (CN) FW doesn't have Google Framework, you may try HK or TW version.
The flash tool for XZP is still on developing, keep an eye on https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
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Ok, that makes sense, but she won't be able to access google from mainland China without using VPN access. I'll use the HK version instead, since when comes here next year from Shanghai she'll be able to access google. Will the US firmware have the Chinese language on it, thats what I am really worried about.
Help please
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Yes, just flash non-us fw and it works again.
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Can you please help me or share a link to where it explains how to flash the proper firmware? I have an xz premium, and I understand your saying the xz flashable firmware will work? It would be nice if I could get the fingerprint sensor working tho. Thanks for your help.
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Can you please help me or share a link to where it explains how to flash the proper firmware? I have an xz premium, and I understand your saying the xz flashable firmware will work? It would be nice if I could get the fingerprint sensor working tho. Thanks for your help.
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All you have to do is download fw via flashtool, download this, drop the files inside the zip into the fw folder, connect your phone in flashmode and start newflash.exe, it will then flash.
I think that the hardware is there. It's just disabled for patent issues in the US.
Guys, I need your help, please.
I bought an Oppo Find X2 Pro, unfortunately the device has a Vodavone Provider Firmware (CPH2025VF_11_A.20) installed, which I would like to change to the current global firmware (CPH2025_11_A.15).
Can I simply flash the CPH2025_11_A.15 firmware over the CPH2025VF_11_A.20 without unlocking the boot loader?
How exactly do I have to proceed?
Any help is warmly welcome!
regards
silentscreamer said:
Guys, I need your help, please.
I bought an Oppo Find X2 Pro, unfortunately the device has a Vodavone Provider Firmware (CPH2025VF_11_A.20) installed, which I would like to change to the current global firmware (CPH2025_11_A.15).
Can I simply flash the CPH2025_11_A.15 firmware over the CPH2025VF_11_A.20 without unlocking the boot loader?
How exactly do I have to proceed?
Any help is warmly welcome!
regards
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Where did you buy it with branded firmware?
You can try this firmware (currently the latest available)
https://oppo-uk.custhelp.com/app/software_update_detail/p_name/Find+X2+Pro
Download it to your device's internal memory (download folder, for example) then power off. Power+vol down button until the device boot into recovery mode (or whatever is it called) choose install firmware, locate the downloaded folder. Don't worry, if your device is locked to Vodafone (not sure if possible) then you won't be able to install it.
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hunhool said:
Where did you buy it with branded firmware?
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Hello hunhool,
i bought it from Vodafone Germany.
thank you so much for your Tutorial!
regards
hello silentscreamer,
did it work as hunhool described it?
I will also get a Find X2Pro with VF firmware shortly.
greeting
Karlip said:
hello silentscreamer,
did it work as hunhool described it?
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Sorry mate- no: a Firmware downgrade isnt possible with hunhool´s solution.
We have to find another way to get rid off that damn bloaty provider firmware.
I also wonder if the debranding might cause problems with volte and wificalling?
Can anyone comment on this? :good:
Regards
You could try to make a VPN to Switzerland and check if you get the A.22 by OTA. Don't think so but it's worth a try.
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You could try to make a VPN to Switzerland and check if you get the A.22 by OTA. Don't think so but it's worth a try.
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i'm in switzerland, just got my find x2 pro (dual sim Global), and it's getting updated to .21 not .22 is that a typo from you? are you on may or june security patch?
And by any luck, do you have a link where i can get the latest firmware for CH?
silentscreamer said:
Sorry mate- no: a Firmware downgrade isnt possible with hunhool´s solution.
We have to find another way to get rid off that damn bloaty provider firmware.
I also wonder if the debranding might cause problems with volte and wificalling?
Can anyone comment on this? :good:
Regards
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Have you tried to downgrade with my solution or actually tried to download the latest available firmware and update your device?
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SAO said:
i'm in switzerland, just got my find x2 pro (dual sim Global), and it's getting updated to .21 not .22 is that a typo from you? are you on may or june security patch?
And by any luck, do you have a link where i can get the latest firmware for CH?
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Here we go:
ok thats the may update, the one i have. i'm really looking for the .23
Air said:
Here we go:
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.24 with June patch is available in Switzerland
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hunhool said:
Where did you buy it with branded firmware?
You can try this firmware (currently the latest available)
https://oppo-uk.custhelp.com/app/software_update_detail/p_name/Find+X2+Pro
Download it to your device's internal memory (download folder, for example) then power off. Power+vol down button until the device boot into recovery mode (or whatever is it called) choose install firmware, locate the downloaded folder. Don't worry, if your device is locked to Vodafone (not sure if possible) then you won't be able to install it.
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Hello. Is it still effective now ?
Hi, I have so-53b model,any idea if it can be debloated?
Unlock bloatware?
Rooting?
Thanks in advance
samsung lo said:
Hi, I have so-53b model,any idea if it can be debloated?
Unlock bloatware?
Rooting?
Thanks in advance
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I believe the Japan carrier branded phones have the bootloader locked and unable to to unlocked. As such the only thing you may be able to do is flash firmware from another phone model. Please be warned that some of the carrier branded phones have different hardware features and may not work with other firmware models.
bentree said:
I believe the Japan carrier branded phones have the bootloader locked and unable to to unlocked. As such the only thing you may be able to do is flash firmware from another phone model. Please be warned that some of the carrier branded phones have different hardware features and may not work with other firmware models.
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So if i try to flash another model firmware,wont that brick my phone.
i tried this script and worked like a charm thanks to op
Remove Docomo apps for the Japanese XZ2C models
I was recently searching for a debloat list, for uninstalling the docomo apps on the Sony SO-05K, but couldn't find any. So I decided to make a simple script that uninstalls the apps via adb. *Notice: It also removes the docomo...
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samsung lo said:
Hi, I have so-53b model,any idea if it can be debloated?
Unlock bloatware?
Rooting?
Thank
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did you got any update ??
cuz i got same problem
plz make me notified
thx
kaseem_dv7 said:
did you got any update ??
cuz i got same problem
plz make me notified
thx
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I replied in ur thread