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Firmware Discussion Thread

I noticed a lot of users discussing firmwares in plenty of threads. Seeing that you guys lacked a dedicated thread to have general conversation on firmwares and their usage, I have created one.
Feel free to post details regarding official firmwares, news, changelists, your review/experience etc
Note: This thread is not to be confused with the Off-topic thread.

Thats What We Really Need

Is it still the case that the German release gets the official firmware updates before the UK model, was looking at the 32Gb model on the German Amazon site?

Super Chimp said:
Is it still the case that the German release gets the official firmware updates before the UK model, was looking at the 32Gb model on the German Amazon site?
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seems to be the case
many of us have flashed to DBT firmware, changed the CSC to DBT and are running as if we have german S4 i9505's

Sorry guys all new to this, previously iPhone user (dont hate).
My firmware ver. is I9055XXUBMG7 with EE. How can I root? Where's a nice guide I can find?

ChainFire (CF) is the fav

Hi. I got the mg5 ota today. Have updated the phone.. as usual it just says stability improvement.. has anybody seen any improvements?
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tidusjar said:
Sorry guys all new to this, previously iPhone user (dont hate).
My firmware ver. is I9055XXUBMG7 with EE. How can I root? Where's a nice guide I can find?
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Use CF Auto Root to root your phone, read the instructions carefully!

Updated to latest MG5 update.
Changes I felt so far:
- Phone feels faster.
- More free RAM (Screenshot attached, after normal usage and no clearing of memory).
- Camera opens faster.
- Weather widget still get cleared but it comes back instantly.

Been running EE EVR MG7 for about a week and I've noticed that when it goes into sleep - WIFI disconnects.
This means it uses up my 4G data when the screen is not on. It does reconnect when the screen comes on though.
Anyone else experienced the same? A friend of mine moved up to DBT MGA and said he got the same thing (for some reason one of the programs killed 1Gb of data in one night lol!)
Was thinking of moving to BTU MGA if its any different? thanks in advance.

zoomee said:
Been running EE EVR MG7 for about a week and I've noticed that when it goes into sleep - WIFI disconnects.
This means it uses up my 4G data when the screen is not on. It does reconnect when the screen comes on though.
Anyone else experienced the same? A friend of mine moved up to DBT MGA and said he got the same thing (for some reason one of the programs killed 1Gb of data in one night lol!)
Was thinking of moving to BTU MGA if its any different? thanks in advance.
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Do not own this phone, so the answer may vary.
But afaik, Android defaults to cellular connection in sleep. There is an option in your wifi settings which allows you to select "wifi-connected" during sleep.
Search around in wifi and network related settings.
Switch it to "never"

a.cid said:
Do not own this phone, so the answer may vary.
But afaik, Android defaults to cellular connection in sleep. There is an option in your wifi settings which allows you to select "wifi-connected" during sleep.
Search around in wifi and network related settings.
Switch it to "never"
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Found it - thanks bud - sneeky gits at EE must have turned it off as default

zoomee said:
Found it - thanks bud - sneeky gits at EE must have turned it off as default
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It's been there since froyo days.

cirian75 said:
seems to be the case
many of us have flashed to DBT firmware, changed the CSC to DBT and are running as if we have german S4 i9505's
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Thanks. When I had the original Note that seemed to get firmware updates before the UK model so I am not surprised to hear this is still the case.

Im in uk on 3 network. . Got my ota mga update last night at work.. im all you can eat data so did the update straight away.
Went through all my apps and moved everything movable to sd card.. yet in storage it still says I have 5 gig of apps in device mem..
Dont understand..
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la8rat said:
Im in uk on 3 network. . Got my ota mga update last night at work.. im all you can eat data so did the update straight away.
Went through all my apps and moved everything movable to sd card.. yet in storage it still says I have 5 gig of apps in device mem..
Dont understand..
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Hi,
You can move the apps,but you CANNOT move the data.
The only way is to use FOLDERMOUNT

I'm looking to install the google edition Firmware GT-I9505G.. And I have a couple of questions for those who use it ..?
Is it good...? Does it work flawlessly?
How do updates work on it? Can I get OTA updates?
Can you give me name or a link to the download?
Thanks in advance
Sent from my GT-I9505

onbacardi said:
I'm looking to install the google edition Firmware GT-I9505G.. And I have a couple of questions for those who use it ..?
Is it good...? Does it work flawlessly?
How do updates work on it? Can I get OTA updates?
Can you give me name or a link to the download?
Thanks in advance
Sent from my GT-I9505
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The best way to find out is probably to read the thread, or at least the first post and the last load of recent pages. From what I have read/seen it seems to be very good and certainly usable for daily use. I don't think you should accept (or even receive) any OTA updates. As its essentially a custom ROM its probably safer to let the developer create a new update to flash. I have downloaded the 4.2.2 version but haven't installed it just yet, been hanging on for a new 4.3 version.

malybru said:
Hi,
You can move the apps,but you CANNOT move the data.
The only way is to use FOLDERMOUNT
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Doesn't that beg the question. . What's the point ?
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la8rat said:
Doesn't that beg the question. . What's the point ?
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Hi,
Absolutely!
You need to address that question to Samsung.

Debra's XA

Getting the XA today from 3. Guess it will have 3 bloatware all over it and old firmware with slow updates. Is it possible to use Xpedia Companion to flash a stock firmware and rom?
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gsw5700 said:
Getting the XA today from 3. Guess it will have 3 bloatware all over it and old firmware with slow updates. Is it possible to use Xpedia Companion to flash a stock firmware and rom?
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Yes just done the exact same thing on three myself, got sick of the extra stuff three added plus they haven't updated to 33.2.A.2.93 yet so I've flashed the customised UK firmware. Battery life is much better than the three firmware too. Best thing about three xperia devices is no worries about not being able to unlock the bootloader if you want too though there's no ta key back up possible on the x range
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Thanks, did you use xperia companion to flash the UK software?
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gsw5700 said:
Thanks, did you use xperia companion to flash the UK software?
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No that is will only reinstall the software already on the device if you do a software repair or update it if it is a update.
You'll need to use the latest version of flashtool to download+create a ftf of your choice and then flash it takes between ten minutes and half hour.
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Thanks, so 3 XA phone is unlocked meaning I can use flash tool to download the latest Sony rom and get normal OTA updates?
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gsw5700 said:
Thanks, so 3 XA phone is unlocked meaning I can use flash tool to download the latest Sony rom and get normal OTA updates?
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Flashtool works on totally stock devices no root or bootloader unlock required. It downloads the firmware from Sony's own servers(they only keep current versions though) and yes you'll still be able to get updates as your not rooting it or unlocking the bootloader or modifying the system in any way. Three only supply sim free network unlocked devices for all there handsets payg or contract they just add there own bloatware to it.
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I'm afraid that isn't true, connected the phone, it recognises it with firmware version 33.2.A.73 but says, This phone is locked etc etc. Gutted, looks like I'm stuck on dodgy old firmware, thanks anyway
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gsw5700 said:
I'm afraid that isn't true, connected the phone, it recognises it with firmware version 33.2.A.73 but says, This phone is locked etc etc. Gutted, looks like I'm stuck on dodgy old firmware, thanks anyway
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Take note of the date in the image posted, trust me there network unlocked and bootloader unlockable one of the main reasons I have a contract with three its how I got the xa as a upgrade had a unlocked m2 from them previously on contract, flash customised UK firmware via flashtool(which is nothing to do with xperia companion) or don't believe me and stay as you are waiting for three to push the update which they don't even have yet I've checked with them they knew nothing about 33.2.A.2.93
I have the exact same device as you but I'm now running 33.2.A.2.93 customised UK firmware rather than 33.2.A.2.73 three UK firmware
Feel free to check the firmware releases below
https://xpericheck.com/device/F3111
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Strange... I have USB debugging set, oem unlock set, run flash tool (Emma) and after 30 to 60 secs says the phone is locked. The correct phone model, the imei and firmware version are shown (greyed out) Have I missed something?
I know 3 phones are unlocked to networks, don't think my bootloader is unlocked
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gsw5700 said:
Strange... I have USB debugging set, oem unlock set, run flash tool (Emma) and after 30 to 60 secs says the phone is locked. The correct phone model, the imei and firmware version are shown (greyed out) Have I missed something?
I know 3 phones are unlocked to networks, don't think my bootloader is unlocked
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Flashtool is totally separate to Sonys EMMA software Emma is Sonys official software for unlocked bootloader devices only.
Flashtool by androxyde is totally different and works on totally stock devices.
The bootloader is unlockable as mine is but it comes locked you need to email Sony requesting a unlock code and follow the instructions, unlocking the bootloader also voids the warranty.
My Xperia needs to be off and oem unlock checked and it should be fine
Try following this guide if you want root and unlocked bootloader
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xa/how-to/f31xx-how-to-root-xperia-xa-noob-t3430170/page1
In waiting in hope for a way to back up the ta keys before I unlock mine made the mistake of loosing my ta keys before.
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Ahhh, thanks for that, I'll download flashtool, backup via companion, flash new rom, restore, cheers dude
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gsw5700 said:
Ahhh, thanks for that, I'll download flashtool, backup via companion, flash new rom, restore, cheers dude
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good !

gsw5700 said:
Ahhh, thanks for that, I'll download flashtool, backup via companion, flash new rom, restore, cheers dude
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No problem
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I'm on three network in Ireland, I will have problems with phone if I flash with customised UK software .93?
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gms91 said:
I'm on three network in Ireland, I will have problems with phone if I flash with customised UK software .93?
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no problem. you can flash any firmware you want

leap_ahead said:
no problem. you can flash any firmware you want
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Thanks bro
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gms91 said:
I'm on three network in Ireland, I will have problems with phone if I flash with customised UK software .93?
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No should be fine the firmware is identical just three add way too much useless stuff to it, I'm on three UK but now running customised UK firmware much less pre-installed bloat than three's firmware. Battery life is much better too
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aidy.lucas said:
No should be fine the firmware is identical just three add way too much useless stuff to it, I'm on three UK but now running customised UK firmware much less pre-installed bloat than three's firmware. Battery life is much better too
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Thanks Lucas I will flash tomorrow.
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Hmmm, left phone on 3 rom and after major debloating by disabling loads and running greenify, it seems fine, only loses 2-3% overnight, not froze for 2 days and 3 support say new update on the way, happy days
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gsw5700 said:
Hmmm, left phone on 3 rom and after major debloating by disabling loads and running greenify, it seems fine, only loses 2-3% overnight, not froze for 2 days and 3 support say new update on the way, happy days
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Enable the aggressive doze and doze on the go feature via adb in greenify, it makes doze more like old stamina mode. Gives you full instructions on how to enable it in the app. After using both three and customised UK firmware, the customised UK is definitely the better of the two. Glad to hear you are happy three must of only just got the firmware from Sony as a week ago they knew nothing about it. Why I ended up with the customised UK firmware
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NOOB to Xperia! Flshing customized UK 7.0 ROM in place of Carrier Specific

Hi guys
I recently acquired an Xperia XZ, and ive had a few phones in my time, predominantly HTC, and Samsung.
My phone is 3UK branded, and i can see from the XperiFirm that UK custom is available to flash (3UK are terribly slow at updating their handsets)
Now i understand flashtool isnt ready yet for 7.0, but, is there anything stopping me from using the Customized UK at all? Does it de-brand the phone? wold be nice to remove all the bloatware, whilst remaining unrooted (as yes i use Android Pay and Pokemon Go lol)
Any advice would be great!
Thanks

nutmegy said:
Hi guys
I recently acquired an Xperia XZ, and ive had a few phones in my time, predominantly HTC, and Samsung.
My phone is 3UK branded, and i can see from the XperiFirm that UK custom is available to flash (3UK are terribly slow at updating their handsets)
Now i understand flashtool isnt ready yet for 7.0, but, is there anything stopping me from using the Customized UK at all? Does it de-brand the phone? wold be nice to remove all the bloatware, whilst remaining unrooted (as yes i use Android Pay and Pokemon Go lol)
Any advice would be great!
Thanks
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Flash the customised UK one with flashtool then you will get the OTA.
I am with 3UK as well, but I can hang on for the update....
Greg

gregbradley said:
Flash the customised UK one with flashtool then you will get the OTA.
I am with 3UK as well, but I can hang on for the update....
Greg
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Thanks Greg.. Just want to check though...
The customized is de-bloated yes?
and is there any issues with things like DRM and anything else?
like i said.. new to Xperia..!!... seems a pain in the arse!!!
every other phone is soooo simple to flash lol
Thanks

nutmegy said:
Thanks Greg.. Just want to check though...
The customized is de-bloated yes?
and is there any issues with things like DRM and anything else?
like i said.. new to Xperia..!!... seems a pain in the arse!!!
every other phone is soooo simple to flash lol
Thanks
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There will be no carrier stuff on the FTF, but there is not much on the 3 UK one anyway.
There is no risk of anything like losing DRM as that can only happen if you unlock the bootloader

gregbradley said:
There will be no carrier stuff on the FTF, but there is not much on the 3 UK one anyway.
There is no risk of anything like losing DRM as that can only happen if you unlock the bootloader
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gotcha! thanks

gregbradley said:
There will be no carrier stuff on the FTF, but there is not much on the 3 UK one anyway.
There is no risk of anything like losing DRM as that can only happen if you unlock the bootloader
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one final thing
where would i get hold of customised UK Marshamllow ROM?

nutmegy said:
one final thing
where would i get hold of customised UK Marshamllow ROM?
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https://xpericheck.com/cda/1305-2216

gregbradley said:
link
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Dear Sir,
Any chance you get a free to download link? Have been looking for customised UK Marshamllow for a while.

I don't know of one, sorry.
Ever since xperiafirn has been released no one share ftfs like they did in the past.
I always make sure i download mine before they get updated and save them.

gregbradley said:
I don't know of one, sorry.
Ever since xperiafirn has been released no one share ftfs like they did in the past.
I always make sure i download mine before they get updated and save them.
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Fair Enough!!
thanks again!

gregbradley said:
I don't know of one, sorry.
Ever since xperiafirn has been released no one share ftfs like they did in the past.
I always make sure i download mine before they get updated and save them.
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Thanks. I guess I will just flash the Central Europe firmware then. why is everyone using the UK one, any advantage?

[G935U] Official Stock Nougat Odin Files

After so long of waiting things are looking up for the U version of Nougat.
I've been hawking these Samsung forums for a while where everyone is waiting for Nougat on the G935U and there were people on Samsung's staff who have been trying to get it for months now. Anyways, today people are finally reporting getting the Nougat update on their unlocked S7 Edges.
Odin Flashable: http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=08ABA51C2C6F11E7963AFA163EE8F90B
Enjoy unlocked Nougat

flashing now....!!! will update
EDIT " Worked

is this rootable

Thanks for sharing this. It's about time they released it. Downloading now. Just flash the 4 files in the zip as normal and all is well on Verizon? No fix files or anything like the previous MM?
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Is tethering unlocked in the u version? Also any fix for Verizon video calling?

Installed files as usual. Up and running using latest Odin. Flawless so far. Ty again OP
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just flashed on my G935V , now it feels much better without the carrier's bloatware , thanks OP

italbomber said:
Thanks for sharing this. It's about time they released it. Downloading now. Just flash the 4 files in the zip as normal and all is well on Verizon? No fix files or anything like the previous MM?
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using unlocked version , so no idea about this

Flashed this 3 days ago-- Battery life is incredible and it's VERY fast.
*Native hotspot works
*Haven't tried video calling yet, so can't confirm
*HD calling works
*No extra icons in the status bar (ie. VoLTE, etc)
I tried flashing the engineering bootloader to try rooting, but it caused a bootloop. I'm going to try again after a clean wipe.

brentsten said:
Flashed this 3 days ago-- Battery life is incredible and it's VERY fast.
*Native hotspot works
*Haven't tried video calling yet, so can't confirm
*HD calling works
*No extra icons in the status bar (ie. VoLTE, etc)
I tried flashing the engineering bootloader to try rooting, but it caused a bootloop. I'm going to try again after a clean wipe.
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OK so i installed it but i cant get video calling to work. Any thoughts? I use it quite a bit and i would hate to have to choose between video calling and tethering

brentsten said:
Flashed this 3 days ago-- Battery life is incredible and it's VERY fast.
*Native hotspot works
*Haven't tried video calling yet, so can't confirm
*HD calling works
*No extra icons in the status bar (ie. VoLTE, etc)
I tried flashing the engineering bootloader to try rooting, but it caused a bootloop. I'm going to try again after a clean wipe.
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Do the service menus work?
*#0011#
*#27663368378#
Thanks.
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Is root officially available for this? I've rooted my Verizon 7.0 Nougat. Also...ive been reading on the U firmware lately will it mess up anything if we flush it on a Verizon phone? And with it being all bands Will a Verizon phone get better cellular service?
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I kinda wish this was available for the non edge version but I guess I'm just gonna have to wait

How did you activate HD calling? Also is this still able to use Wi-Fi calling or does anyone know of an app that will enable that feature?

I noticed that I can't talk on the phone and use LTE data at the same time...i wanted the firmware for lack of bloat and the stock device manager that verizon took away...i can live without wifi calling but is there a setting I'm missing to activate talking on the phone and simultaneous use of data?

who is know the nougat u frim for flat download adress？ i'm look for so long time:crying:

why flat firmware didn't publish with edge at same time? i am always wait it.

powerrc said:
just flashed on my G935V , now it feels much better without the carrier's bloatware , thanks OP
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does verizon VOLTE (advanced calling) work on the U rom? I just got a G935A phone and want to flash U (or V) variant for my Verizon sim.

I wanted to mention I flashed onto 935V today, working great. Seems snappier. I need to pop another sim though and confirm if LTE works or not. I wonder if this unlocks the other channels (Basebands) If it does, then we have a real way of "unlocking" 935V to use with other carriers or roam.

I'm now on Verizon Nougat. Can I flash directly to G935U with this file? From other sources it seems we have to flash to 6.0 first and then this one to 7.0.

Stock ROM for EU XZ Premium

Hello all,
I bought an XZP with Orange provider, so i wand to unbrand it.
Am I dumb or not, it seems to be impossible to find a stock rom to flash with flashtool.
Can someone help me?

You can download whatever via XperiFirm which you launch via Flashtool

You can download stock firmware with XperiFirm. CE1 is central Europe. Be careful when choosing the device model: G8141 is a single-sim version, G8142 - dual-sim.
I don't think Flashtool currently supports XZ Premium but you can use Newflasher instead.
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Thx U so much, as i'm on Mac, it was a little bit different, i ran windows with parallels desktop and download the rom.
THXXXXX

Wrong section to make a post for help in buddy..

kot5nik said:
You can download stock firmware with XperiFirm. CE1 is central Europe. Be careful when choosing the device model: G8141 is a single-sim version, G8142 - dual-sim.
I don't think Flashtool currently supports XZ Premium but you can use Newflasher instead.
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Will this bugger up any dRM keys on the device or stop any features working?

svssolutions said:
Will this bugger up any dRM keys on the device or stop any features working?
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No, as far as I believe. The DRM keys only get buggered up when unlocking the bootloader what is not necessary for common flashing.

Cool I am gonna have a go as this firmware version is clearly buggered. Not sure if it will make a difference on bluebooth audio etc though

svssolutions said:
Cool I am gonna have a go as this firmware version is clearly buggered. Not sure if it will make a difference on bluebooth audio etc though
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Managed to flash the CE1 rom and is better but the Bluetooth issue are still there which is a real shame