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Couple of questions about Lollipop update

Hi guys,
so as you are receiving Android 5.0.2 I spoke with my carrier today to find you that they are still waiting for Sony to provide the test software. This means more waiting for me. I'm thinking of updating following this manual - http://techbeasts.com/2015/03/16/update-sony-xperia-z3-compact-d5803-official-android-502-lollipop-231a0690-firmware-how-to/
Before I do it I have a few questions:
1. When I update using this method am I going to lose all the apps and setting that I'm using now?
2. If I choose sets say the german version of 5.0.2, does this mean that in the future I will receive OTA updates alongside the phones running this version out of the box?
Thanks in advace.

shtepsel said:
Hi guys,
so as you are receiving Android 5.0.2 I spoke with my carrier today to find you that they are still waiting for Sony to provide the test software. This means more waiting for me. I'm thinking of updating following this manual - http://techbeasts.com/2015/03/16/update-sony-xperia-z3-compact-d5803-official-android-502-lollipop-231a0690-firmware-how-to/
Before I do it I have a few questions:
1. When I update using this method am I going to lose all the apps and setting that I'm using now?
2. If I choose sets say the german version of 5.0.2, does this mean that in the future I will receive OTA updates alongside the phones running this version out of the box?
Thanks in advace.
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I would just point out that that thread you linked to states that it is specifically for the Z3c. That is a different device to the Z3
However, you can just flash a FTF for the Z3 found in flashtool (Or the mega collection thread) using flashtool.
You will lose all data on your phone unless you choose to not wipe data.
You will receive updates as if you had the phone with the firmware you install on it.
But you can always flash the FTF for your carrier once it comes out
Greg

Thanks Greg.
So there is a way to avoid wiping the phone when updating with flashtool ?

shtepsel said:
Thanks Greg.
So there is a way to avoid wiping the phone when updating with flashtool ?
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Untick the box that says wipe data
If you get a load of FCs after the phone boots you will have to re-flash and then wipe data

I think I got it, but I would have to read a bit more before flashing.
Thanks again

Are there any disadvantages to flashing a different version of the firmware?
For example, I'm with Three, and although they now pride themselves on their phones being unlocked, they've still put their bloody splashscreen and other bits and pieces on the provided firmware on the phone! I'd rather have the generic UK version, but just making sure there'd be no issues with that.

None for me, My phone was with ROM for Mtel ( a Bulgarian carrier)that also claims the phone is unlocked. I flashed the central Europe ROM without any issues. Even kept all the files and apps from 4.4.4

Thanks for that, I'll have a look at some of the various firmwares available and make my choice!

Honor 6 : which is the correct build for Honor 6 in the UK?

Hi
I have had a bit of a disaster with my new Honor 6. It came with
kitkat, but I saw a link to install Lollipop for local update (ie don't
wait for OTA). (I am in the UK by the way)
Installed ok, but then the keyboard disappeared only voice commands were available,
and it seemed it was the Indian version. I tried to roll back using
B500 then to B396 but seemed to have intermittent problems connecting
to Google Play. I have had this before on a Chinese sourced Huawei
which I believe was because the firmware wouldn't allow authentication
with Google Play - well not more than once or twice, then would lose
it.
I have finally managed to get to build H60-L04V100R001C00B396 and it
*seems* to be happy with Play at the moment. I factory reset and oddly
it asked me to select the Vodafone type from a dropdown (including
prepay and postpay - wtf?) and couldn't get Vodafone data working until
I tinkered with the APN which I hadn't had to do with the original
install.
Also I am on EMUI 3.0 not 3.1 - is this directly linked to the build number?
Bottom line : am I on the right version for the UK and should be ok
with google Play going forward - and will be able to upgrade to
Lollipop when it hits UK via OTA?
If not, what should I do?
Sorry for long post, but any help gratefully received.

http://www.hihonor.com/fr/pages/support#?view=downloads B521 is the European version , you need to downgrade to the B370 then upgrade to the B521 (If you have the Honor H60-L04 )

Any UK users got Android Pay to work?

I'm unable to use Android Pay - I'm not rooted, the boot loader is RELOCKED but when I try and add my card I get the dreaded "Google is unable to verify that your device or software running on it is Android compatible" error.
So, I was wondering, is it the fact that I did previous unlock my boot loader or something else stopping me.
BTW, Vendor: hw Country: eu, running C432B170.
Cheers.

No joy either
Same problem here. Imported mine and have done nothing but update to latest version of official roms (tried a couple of different ones today as well) and I get the same error. No rooting, purposely held off doing so so I could try Android Pay. SafetyNet Helper says the "CTS profile match" is false. My wild stab in the dark is that it is something to do it with it being identified as an international handset or handset from a non-Android pay supported country.
Had a web chat with an Android Pay helpdesk monkey and they had me reboot and reinstall a few times. They've also had me send some screenshots but I'm not holding out much hope for a useful reply.

captainkibble said:
CTS
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CTS or CSC?

themissionimpossible said:
CTS or CSC?
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CTS. Just double checked.

Maybe it's the same thing as CSC for Samsung phones.
In case, this might represent the target market for that phone, and that market might not yet be allowed to use Android Pay.

I'm using the single SIM version, NXT-L09, I managed to add my card but when I tried to pay for something in store I got the unable to verify.... message pop up on screen.
It also fails the CTS profile match in Safetynet helper

Android Pay worked for me today
I gave safetynet helper another try and this time it said my device passed. Re added my card to it and then used it on a London bus.
Using a Mate 8 NXT-L09C636B170

I too am able to use Android Pay. It started working for me last Thursday. While I had an open support ticket with the Android Pay help desk I periodically checked to see if it had started working. Eventually it did. I was able to add cards, SafetyNet Helper passed it's check and I was able to make payments. Result.
The same day, Android Pay help desk got back to me regarding my support ticket (there had been some backwards and forwards with logs, screenshots and the like). They concluded that Android Pay would not work because my phone was rooted. It isn't and has never has been. They had me send screenshots of multiple root checkers that displayed that the phone was not rooted *before* they came to this conclusion. I guess they just wanted the ticket closed and that was the most convenient excuse.
I've put it down to enough people reporting handsets not working that the Google added more phones to the "approved list" and help desks don't know what they are talking about.
My build number is NXT-L29C636B180

Hm.. Well this was interesting to read. Thanks for the updates saying that Android Pay does in fact (hopefully) work! I'm going to to get the L29 International dual SIM version soon so I was curious... I'll update when I get it and test it out

Mine still doesn't work - I then tried upgrading to B320 and I can't even add a card now whereas before I did eventually allow me to add a card. I'm cheesed off with it. Bootloader Locked no root and no Android Pay on a L29C432B320

gnasher666 said:
Mine still doesn't work - I then tried upgrading to B320 and I can't even add a card now whereas before I did eventually allow me to add a card. I'm cheesed off with it. Bootloader Locked no root and no Android Pay on a L29C432B320
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Same here...

bh4714 said:
Same here...
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I've downgraded to B170 and now have Android Pay working.
The high level process was:
All done via the help of SRK Tool http://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-8/development/tool-srk-tool-huawei-t3369797
1) Unlock Boot Loader
2) Install Custom Recovery
3) Root Phone
4) Change to oeminfo and custom.bin eu (c432) - Even though I already was
5) Copy Full Update.app for C432B153 to dload folder
6) Flash stock recovery
7) Boot recovery and allow update to install
8) Factory Reset
9) Copy Update.app for C432B170 to dload folder
10) Boot recovery and allow update to install
I'm not sure how but following this process (although I've listed the steps from memory and not in front of my Laptop I did this on) I ended up with a Bootload LOCKED C432B170 and Android Pay works. I've not - nor will I update to and EMUI 4.1 version until they are released as OTA updates that my phone asks me to install

Android Pay was working fine on B103, I've upgraded to B321 via dload and now got pop up info that my device is incompatible with android pay. Any ideas?
Sent from Huawei Mate 8

Just one question
Hi,
Which recovery should I flash? the one for EMUI 4.1 or 4.0?
thanks

I believe Android Pay will not work with EMUI 4.1. I wish we were warned about this before we were allowed to flash to 320 or 321. No warning with the update links. Sucks!
Sent from my HUAWEI NXT-L29 using XDA-Developers mobile app

NOKIA 6 (TA-1000) September update

Hi guys,
I am new here, recently i got to know that TA-1000 is a Chinese only version and was supposed to be in China only, but somehow i got it and wasn't able to update. It was stuck on April 1st, and now it is on September 1st.
I followed a procedure by a Russian guy on this forum. I must say this site is amazing. So i made a video out of it.
Well i am not sure if i can post the video tutorial link here in the forum. Let me know if i can and i'll send you the link to do it very easily.
Looking forward.
Thanks
Mavrik

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Thanks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLVc5M58oPE

mavrik30 said:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLVc5M58oPE
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Will ota work after the procedure actually i have a ta-1000 with was flashed with ta-1003 firmware out of the box i had playstore pre installed but cant get updates stuck on april patch

Shah1997 said:
Will ota work after the procedure actually i have a ta-1000 with was flashed with ta-1003 firmware out of the box i had playstore pre installed but cant get updates stuck on april patch
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see post of quixote078 in Nokia 6 official Firmware MENA Region [ Links updated with Flash tool] in this forum

Yes you'll get the updates. Just follow the video.
I have ta 1000 and is updated to September update.

mavrik30 said:
Yes you'll get the updates. Just follow the video.
I have ta 1000 and is updated to September update.
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After the Hard Reset (which will delete pre-installed unnecessary apps), will I get the previous UI (swipe up to get to Main Menu)?

I can confirm that it works on Nokia 6 TA-1000. In my case I had the phone connected to the PC already when I had the flash tool open. And when I turned it off to prepare for flashing the firmware it automatically switched to Download Mode. But the GUI is changed after that. No more swipe up menu and the items in the pull down menu are way too big now.

You can install Pixel Launcher that have swipe up function.

I followed this guide https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/nokia-6-official-firmware-mena-region-t3664441 and flashed the nokia 6 ROM linked there.
Result:
1. My phone is no longer identified as TA-1000, but as TA-1025 instead.
2. It updated itself (OTA) all the way from 7.1.1 June 2017 (through July, August, September, October, November patches) and ended as 7.1.2 November 2017 patch.
Warning:
Your mileage may vary. My phone went through few ROM flashes described below and the end result can not be guarantied.
My phone is dual SIM, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage without NFC - definitely Chinese version.
History:
I purchased the Chinese (mainland) Nokia 6 in May.
The phone came with some weird (custom) ROM without update function but with Google apps. The ROM was so messed that location services didn't work properly so applications like G maps, gett and even tinder were not able to detect device location.
I followed this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/problem-firmware-nokia-6-ta-1000-t3640667 to flash slightly modified global ROM with stock Android 7.1.1. It still missed the update and some minor issues like DOLBY not working.
Then I followed this thread to flash the original TA-1000 ROM https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/how-to/nokia-6-ta-1000-september-update-t3679882 and it went to stock locked Chinese ROM that updated (OTA) to December 2017 security patch.
It was still awful experience with custom locked apps without option to replace some of them.
So I just followed that thread, and flashed the ROM for nokia 6. I Ignored the warning about different phone model and continued.
Everything seems to be working just fine (none of the issues I encountered with other ROMs).

n0ns3ns3 said:
I followed this guide https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/nokia-6-official-firmware-mena-region-t3664441 and flashed the nokia 6 ROM linked there.
Result:
1. My phone is no longer identified as TA-1000, but as TA-1025 instead.
2. It updated itself (OTA) all the way from 7.1.1 June 2017 (through July, August, September, October, November patches) and ended as 7.1.2 November 2017 patch.
Warning:
Your mileage may vary. My phone went through few ROM flashes described below and the end result can not be guarantied.
My phone is dual SIM, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage without NFC - definitely Chinese version.
History:
I purchased the Chinese (mainland) Nokia 6 in May.
The phone came with some weird (custom) ROM without update function but with Google apps. The ROM was so messed that location services didn't work properly so applications like G maps, gett and even tinder were not able to detect device location.
I followed this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/problem-firmware-nokia-6-ta-1000-t3640667 to flash slightly modified global ROM with stock Android 7.1.1. It still missed the update and some minor issues like DOLBY not working.
Then I followed this thread to flash the original TA-1000 ROM https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/how-to/nokia-6-ta-1000-september-update-t3679882 and it went to stock locked Chinese ROM that updated (OTA) to December 2017 security patch.
It was still awful experience with custom locked apps without option to replace some of them.
So I just followed that thread, and flashed the ROM for nokia 6. I Ignored the warning about different phone model and continued.
Everything seems to be working just fine (none of the issues I encountered with other ROMs).
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I really like what you have done. I also have a TA-1000 with the December patch but in 7.1.1. I had thought of flashing another rom many times, but they say that in that case it is no longer updated by OTA. If you say that OTA really works, I'm going to decide to flash it.

I also would like to know if location services are working ? With Google play update (I'm in France) I have region issue I think. When I bought it in July I had Google location history working. After some time and a Google play services update it stop working by disabling it. And share location is not showed anymore in location settings. And location history is greyed and locked. Everything is on in Google settings, I tried another account flash the phone with original firmware and as soon as I install Google play it updates it self and lock location history. It works on a ta-1033 but in France ta-1000 won't work.
I tried to cheat on GPS settings, not using my French SIM card and on. But still it disable itself.
So does flashing ta-1025 solves this issue ? ta-1025 is the Indian version ?

wachiwachi said:
I really like what you have done. I also have a TA-1000 with the December patch but in 7.1.1. I had thought of flashing another rom many times, but they say that in that case it is no longer updated by OTA. If you say that OTA really works, I'm going to decide to flash it.
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Share your results. OTA worked just fine. The phone updated itself (OTA) all the way from July to November patches.
Kwaadpepper said:
I also would like to know if location services are working ? With Google play update (I'm in France) I have region issue I think. When I bought it in July I had Google location history working. After some time and a Google play services update it stop working by disabling it. And share location is not showed anymore in location settings. And location history is greyed and locked. Everything is on in Google settings, I tried another account flash the phone with original firmware and as soon as I install Google play it updates it self and lock location history. It works on a ta-1033 but in France ta-1000 won't work.
I tried to cheat on GPS settings, not using my French SIM card and on. But still it disable itself.
So does flashing ta-1025 solves this issue ? ta-1025 is the Indian version ?
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TA-1025 is MENA (Middle East / North Africa) version. AFAIK, the difference between versions is in the radio bands.
My location history works perfectly fine as well as every other application using location services.

n0ns3ns3 said:
Share your results. OTA worked just fine. The phone updated itself (OTA) all the way from July to November patches.
TA-1025 is MENA (Middle East / North Africa) version. AFAIK, the difference between versions is in the radio bands.
My location history works perfectly fine as well as every other application using location services.
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In this case, I need a European ROM for flashing. Radio band is not the same that MENA version.

wachiwachi said:
In this case, I need a European ROM for flashing. Radio band is not the same that MENA version.
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The ROM has nothing to do with radio bands. It's the HW difference.
For example TA-1000 does not have NFC and no ROM will fix it.
The ROM that linked in my post is for TA-102x and TA-103x.
There will be no difference in functionality between international ROMs. Only Chinese is different.

Well, I shall try then to install the ROM . As I have the Chinese version I guess it will disable NFC, and may be led support ? I will post the result next week here ASAP.

Then I will install the rom ta-102x in my ta-1000. Cross our fingers

It has worked!!! Thank you very much!!! Now I have a fully operational TA-1025, which has all the updates down to 7.1.2 by OTA. I had been thinking about flashing another ROM for a long time, but I did not dare if OTA updates failed.

I only find a defect. the apps of the Chinese version have disappeared. There is no backup app, gallery, or music. They have been replaced by google. Is it possible to get the apps from the Chinese version?

wachiwachi said:
I only find a defect. the apps of the Chinese version have disappeared. There is no backup app, gallery, or music. They have been replaced by google. Is it possible to get the apps from the Chinese version?
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It's not a defect, it's a blessing
The launcher is still some semi custom version.
If you are interested in Chinese apps, you should probably flash the TA-1000 ROM from this thread - it has all the custom apps including contacts, phone, calendar, music etc.
A small update: today I've got the December 2017 security patch was really hopping to see Oreo update which was promised to land this year.

n0ns3ns3 said:
I followed this guide https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/nokia-6-official-firmware-mena-region-t3664441 and flashed the nokia 6 ROM linked there.
Result:
1. My phone is no longer identified as TA-1000, but as TA-1025 instead.
2. It updated itself (OTA) all the way from 7.1.1 June 2017 (through July, August, September, October, November patches) and ended as 7.1.2 November 2017 patch.
Warning:
Your mileage may vary. My phone went through few ROM flashes described below and the end result can not be guarantied.
My phone is dual SIM, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage without NFC - definitely Chinese version.
History:
I purchased the Chinese (mainland) Nokia 6 in May.
The phone came with some weird (custom) ROM without update function but with Google apps. The ROM was so messed that location services didn't work properly so applications like G maps, gett and even tinder were not able to detect device location.
I followed this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/problem-firmware-nokia-6-ta-1000-t3640667 to flash slightly modified global ROM with stock Android 7.1.1. It still missed the update and some minor issues like DOLBY not working.
Then I followed this thread to flash the original TA-1000 ROM https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/how-to/nokia-6-ta-1000-september-update-t3679882 and it went to stock locked Chinese ROM that updated (OTA) to December 2017 security patch.
It was still awful experience with custom locked apps without option to replace some of them.
So I just followed that thread, and flashed the ROM for nokia 6. I Ignored the warning about different phone model and continued.
Everything seems to be working just fine (none of the issues I encountered with other ROMs).
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Hello sir, I found ur post is interesting, I would like ask some questions if I may:
1. Which ROM I need to download, the one in the first page of this thread (https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-6/development/nokia-6-official-firmware-mena-region-t3664441) or other pages? Since currently that thread have 49 pages so I confused which one I should download.
2. After download the ROM and flash it with OST Tool, the apps and data will be wiped out? Is it required to do a hard reset? Currently I have TA-1000 which at December Updates and since I flashed to the original chinese stock ROM I never do hard reset and working with my old data and apps just fine until.
3. Have you try the beta labs to try the Oreo update? Since right now TA-1000 model is unable to register. If like u said that the ROM could change the registered variant (from TA-1000 to TA-10xx) then probably it could pass the beta labs verification.
Looking forward for ur respose, if anyone would also like to help pls reply this message. Thank you.

Unable to update for 8 months after installing Google

Hi,
I was able to finally get google on my phone about a year ago. I was able to update my phone once, manually, by downloading the firmware manually from the FF-app/website and connecting it to HiSuite.
For 8 months now, I havent been able to do this process anymore because FF-app/website shows me no working firmware. I think my phone is in risk because some of my passwords have been hacked and im almost sure its not my laptop. I am ready, if i have to, to do a factory reset. I was told when adding google services, that even after a reset, the google services will remain on my phone.. But then the issue is still not solved as my phone doesnt want to update by itself. It always says the firmware is the latest one which is impossible after 8 months or longer not updating it.
When using FF app, every single firmware i click, it tells me: Error, most likely the firmware was removed from the server.
When i try to download a firmware from the desktop it says: An error occured.
I feel like im stuck.. What should i do?
My huawei P40 PRO+
Model: ELS LGRP6 or ELS N39 (im not sure which one it is. the 2nd one is written on my phone but the first one is written on a paper from 1 year ago)
Build number: 10.1.0.175(C432E2R3P3)
Emui version: 10.1.0
Thank you a lot for anyone reading this and being able to help me!

You must use this site for firmware search. https://www.firmfinder.ml/
You receive updates, or not?

The issue is solved thanks to one of a senior member. Thank you so so much!

You are welcome!
The solution was that:
- downgrade using dload firmware
- install Google with googlefier
- OTA update to the last EMUI version ( he requested that)