Hi,
I purchased a Z5 last week and keep reading there is an Android 6.0 update available.
So I installed PC Companion and went for it, or so I thought. It says the software is up to date
*That's not true PCC just give me the freaking update!*
So yeah. Still in v5.1.1 now. I also read that it will be made available little by little, and I live in Belgium.
Do I have to wait for it or can I cheat a bit?
indeed, according to xperifirm the lastest version for belgium is still .152. so if you dont want to wait, you need to flash it manually with flashtool.
also you have to select a different region firmware, like customized DE, nordic combined etc...
New builds are uploaded more or less daily and if you want to hunt for immediate Marshmallow you can go for CE1 or Customized DE with Flashtool.
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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!
I just took delivery on a SM_P905V, what a beautiful piece of equipment.
It was used in is loaded with Android 4.2.2. When I go to update software, it says its unavailable.
How do I get an OTA update?
Edit: Samsung site had the OT1 Lollypop 5.0.1. Now I wonder if they will update to Marshmellow?
Running great; and I couldn''t be much happier.
I suggest you use 'odin method' because its really fast but if you are not experienced with that method then I suggest you use samsung kies3 software on windows to update it. As for ota method, It varies region to region if new software isn't released in your region then use these alternative methods. Thank you , hope it helps
Hm, latest version for the P905V is P905VVRUBOH1/P905VVZWBOH1
Was it a new device or used?
You can use ODIN to flash the latest firmware manually. You can grab the newest firmware version to flash off Sammobile.
Hi, I flashed B329 in my Mate 7 L09, and I need to update to 6.0. Phone region is latin america.
Brother... you are better off with what you have. Believe me, I've tried two or three builds and always find myself reverting back to lollipop. Latest I tried was C432B571 by forceflashing via fastboot individual *.img files, and went back to C900B329 after a day. Marshmallow has a lot of shortcomings for my taste (not going to list then).
If your are still eager to try it, I recommend you go for C636B512 Full ( Asia Pacific ) build. As it is the easiest to flash via normal local update and also to rollback from.
BTW... I'm in Central America and most likely have the same phone as you.
Try this, B560 is out for it. https://plus.google.com/+NicolasLeonardoToscoff/posts/DbV7bKBu293
Zolocofxp said:
Brother... you are better off with what you have. Believe me, I've tried two or three builds and always find myself reverting back to lollipop. Latest I tried was C432B571 by forceflashing via fastboot individual *.img files, and went back to C900B329 after a day. Marshmallow has a lot of shortcomings for my taste (not going to list then).
If your are still eager to try it, I recommend you go for C636B512 Full ( Asia Pacific ) build. As it is the easiest to flash via normal local update and also to rollback from.
BTW... I'm in Central America and most likely have the same phone as you.
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Hi sir i was wondering if you give me some help with my phone ihave th same issue but only deferent region i live in Egypt which goes under meddle east if u know wich version should I upgrade to I'llbe thankful to you
My Xperia XZ Dual was with Chinese firmware originally. In order to use Google services, months ago I flashed the HK firmware (39.0.A.1.250) whose Android version was 6.0.1 to my phone.
Later when the Android 7.0 was released, I noticed that my phone couldn't receive firmware update anymore. It does show "a new update is available" in the Xperia Care app, but when I tap to update, it always says that "your device is already in lastest version".
Is the update somehow relatived to the IMEI, so I cannot receive any push of my current firmware anymore? And what's more important, is there any way to get an incremental update, instead of a whole new 7.0 flashing?
download new 7.1.1 ftf and flash with flashtool, many times told, search before post next time !
Pandemic said:
download new 7.1.1 ftf and flash with flashtool, many times told, search before post next time !
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Gotta, sorry for that.
I want to roll back to oreo but xperifirm deletes previous android versions and I cant download the 47.1.A.16.20 for my region Israel (customized IL)
is there a way I can download any oreo firmware from different regions and simply copy some files from the android Pie (customized IL) and place them with the oreo that is from a different region and make my device receive OTA from my region?
I also made a mistake and updated Xperia XZ to Android 9.0. I am looking for any tutorial how to back to proper Android Oreo or even 7.1 if I nowhere find out Oreo. I consider even selling this phone because 9.0 is so bad that using my phone is right now a nightmare. I have hope that another vendors will modified what Google has broken in Pie. Sound regulation, auto brightness, toggles and even status bar is all so bad that I cannot believe that it is genuine Android update, however I have seen on another phone this crappy update and I recognised that it is unfortunately true. I really urgently need old rom file or I will have to sell this amazing phone.
I fully second those comments. It can be worse, but this upgrade is a disgrace in creating inconveniences. How to rollback the Sony OS has become a must instead of a nicety. My plan for future is either not to upgrade for six months, or buy a working second hand unit with cracks and all just to test the new OS from Sony.
i roll back to oreo i alwasy take precuatiuons and download firmwares!!!!
Alexander Luna said:
i roll back to oreo i alwasy take precuatiuons and download firmwares!!!!
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obviously I downloaded the firmware, but it was before my computer was broken and had to be formatted... which leads to my case now
Try Emma Sony official page
RedJHoN said:
Try Emma Sony official page
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doesnt work on locked bootloader
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1BadirQ2PDjZnN9kdeew0CQGQdMkVUk8w
47.1.A.16.20 as flashable ftf file and seperate files to build your own ftf file
These files are branded T-Mobile Netherlands...
But, anything is better than nothing
Good luck
robertlouwen said:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1BadirQ2PDjZnN9kdeew0CQGQdMkVUk8w
47.1.A.16.20 as flashable ftf file and seperate files to build your own ftf file
These files are branded T-Mobile Netherlands...
But, anything is better than nothing
Good luck
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how do i make it my own Israel ftf?