Hi, i've sony xperia xz premium and i want to flash a generic italian firmware. It's my first time in flashing a sony device and i searched a lot in internet, but i found nothing. I'm on locked bootloader, any help please?
You need flashtool to flash Sony devices. www.flashtool.net
But, it is not yet compatible with XZP.
There is another tool but no one know the safety of it so better wait.
Btw, you don't need to unlock the bootloader to flash official roms from other regions.
ninjy said:
You need flashtool to flash Sony devices. www.flashtool.net
But, it is not yet compatible with XZP.
There is another tool but no one know the safety of it so better wait.
Btw, you don't need to unlock the bootloader to flash official roms from other regions.
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thank you man. I was reading about a file which is needed to use XZP with flashtool.
And, What about Xperia companion, SEUS and Emma? Are them good to de-brand?
Don't know those 2 other tools.
Personnaly I used on old version of that unsafe tool found on another thread here to unbrand, then to sleep well I did a software recovery using official Xperia companion.
Maybe it is total useless but who knows
ninjy said:
Don't know those 2 other tools.
Personnaly I used on old version of that unsafe tool found on another thread here to unbrand, then to sleep well I did a software recovery using official Xperia companion.
Maybe it is total useless but who knows
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how to use this unsafe tool?
EDIT: for those who were lookin' for a solution, i used this unsafe tool: i just downloaded custom it firmware from xperiafirm, i pasted all the files (except all .ta files) in the same directory of the tool and i executed it. Now i'm restoring with xperia companion. All good! Thanks
Lorehaze said:
how to use this unsafe tool?
EDIT: for those who were lookin' for a solution, i used this unsafe tool: i just downloaded custom it firmware from xperiafirm, i pasted all the files (except all .ta files) in the same directory of the tool and i executed it. Now i'm restoring with xperia companion. All good! Thanks
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Would there be any advantage with using a generic firmware for the same region, versus the carrier specific one?
So, does unlocking the bootloader and rooting cause you to stop getting OTA updates like on most phones?
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I feel your pain. You need newflasher and to follow the tutorial here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72958788&postcount=16
- except make sure you put all the *.sin files in the newflasher directory and flash your phone.. Exclude everything else
The newflasher version that worked for me can be found here
https://mega.nz/#!MnhSlD7B!2NR5UVhaZH7D3mPXkXrUG3FfkSiavrSDVfKZ9UgE-Ik
laes443 said:
Would there be any advantage with using a generic firmware for the same region, versus the carrier specific one?
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You don't have carrier bloatwares, but most of all, usually custom fw are released sooner because they don't need carriers approvals.
Jake_09 said:
So, does unlocking the bootloader and rooting cause you to stop getting OTA updates like on most phones?
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Don't remember about the bootloader but rooting it most probably make it fail to update.
Can't confirm, I usually flash new firm when they are released and don't wait for OTA stuff.
But the most annoying with Xperia phones since Z series, they have a "TA" partition, that contains DRM keys. They are used to unlock features like Bravia engine, special sound processing, ... And it seems also some camera features on XZP.
And when you unlock the bootloader, it wipes this partition and you lose your keys forever.
On Z5 there were two solution for this problem:
- Wait for a security breach that allow rooting Android, and gives you the hability to backup this partition. Then you can restore it after unlocked bootloader.
- Some people modded kernels to fake the presence of DRM keys.
In my opinion, for bootloader unlocking, wait that XZ1 are released (since they probably will have same specs as XZP) and more people getting involved to see what happens. Losing keys = losing Sony specific features you paid for.
By doing this, u won't lose any DRM key: obviously u need to remove all *.ta files (same from boot directory) in which those keys are contained.
I successfully flashed generic firmware over customized carrier firmware and in support app i got the same warranty message. No unlock no drm lost
@Jake_09 yes, carriers are often slowers in releasing firmware (i'm speaking about TIM carrier for Italy), in fact the rom which i found when i bought my phone was updated at april security patches. Now i got the last no brand update. I did the same as @ninjy with xperia companion after newflasher. Hope it helps!
Unlocking bootloader wipe TA partition, not flashing roms
cheetah2k said:
The newflasher version that worked for me can be found here
https://mega.nz/#!MnhSlD7B!2NR5UVhaZH7D3mPXkXrUG3FfkSiavrSDVfKZ9UgE-Ik
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Heh, thanks for spreading my links :3.
Why we can't use flashtool? Maybe an old flashtool version can be used? I do not trust newflasher since virustotal reports it as a malware https://www.virustotal.com/sr/file/...57fcac8e88f48e8ab00a1cc61c9081d8f47/analysis/
pawnstar said:
Why we can't use flashtool? Maybe an old flashtool version can be used? I do not trust newflasher since virustotal reports it as a malware https://www.virustotal.com/sr/file/...57fcac8e88f48e8ab00a1cc61c9081d8f47/analysis/
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That looks like a false positive since it's only 2-3 different AVs (at most) that are detecting it.
I'm going to flash to an unbranded/generic FW tonight and see how it goes!
Lorehaze said:
how to use this unsafe tool?
EDIT: for those who were lookin' for a solution, i used this unsafe tool: i just downloaded custom it firmware from xperiafirm, i pasted all the files (except all .ta files) in the same directory of the tool and i executed it. Now i'm restoring with xperia companion. All good! Thanks
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Thanks man. Just a quick question - There's a *.ta file in the BOOT folder of the generic FW I downloaded, I definitely DON'T want to paste this as well correct?
laes443 said:
Thanks man. Just a quick question - There's a *.ta file in the BOOT folder of the generic FW I downloaded, I definitely DON'T want to paste this as well correct?
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sure man, exclude all *.ta files, do the same for the files in boot folder.
Hope It helps
Lorehaze said:
sure man, exclude all *.ta files, do the same for the files in boot folder.
Hope It helps
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It all worked out perfectly, just did a restore in Xperia Companion and now it's back using the generic FW, thanks
laes443 said:
It all worked out perfectly, just did a restore in Xperia Companion and now it's back using the generic FW, thanks
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This doesnt mess with the bootloader or do anything to kill the DRM keys for the bravia engines?
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Lorehaze said:
By doing this, u won't lose any DRM key: obviously u need to remove all *.ta files (same from boot directory) in which those keys are contained.
I successfully flashed generic firmware over customized carrier firmware and in support app i got the same warranty message. No unlock no drm lost
@Jake_09 yes, carriers are often slowers in releasing firmware (i'm speaking about TIM carrier for Italy), in fact the rom which i found when i bought my phone was updated at april security patches. Now i got the last no brand update. I did the same as @ninjy with xperia companion after newflasher. Hope it helps!
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Cheers for this. I was worries about losing the features of the sony if I flashed a generic rom over the carrier specific one I have.
Not sure if this will do anything to improve the compatability between my car and the phone via bluetooth but worth a try.
svssolutions said:
This doesnt mess with the bootloader or do anything to kill the DRM keys for the bravia engines?
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Cheers for this. I was worries about losing the features of the sony if I flashed a generic rom over the carrier specific one I have.
Not sure if this will do anything to improve the compatability between my car and the phone via bluetooth but worth a try.
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This definitely didn't touch DRM at all. Just make sure you definitely don't use any of the *.TA files at all, even the one in the BOOT folder. I can still adjust my screen colour settings and they definitely work, sound settings, etc. Works great
Whats this talk about excluding .ta files? I just drop newflasher in fw folder and flash, works like a charm everytime.
What benefit do you get for excluding .ta?
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Since we have no root, is it possible to backup the Stock 23.0.A.2.93 firmware?
I did try a adb backup command on the Z1, but dont know if it works on Z3.
Nepturion said:
Since we have no root, is it possible to backup the Stock 23.0.A.2.93 firmware?
I did try a adb backup command on the Z1, but dont know if it works on Z3.
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Follow this great GUIDE by Apollo89 and be sure to hit him a thanks!
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Follow this great GUIDE by Apollo89 and be sure to hit him a thanks!
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Sorry dude, but im not thanking him, this is changing the build.prop so i need to be rooted....
This is not what im looking for.
Nepturion said:
Sorry dude, but im not thanking him, this is changing the build.prop so i need to be rooted....
This is not what im looking for.
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You don't need to be rooted, I backed up my carrier's stock firmware using his method with PC Companion and Flashtool before flashing my Z3 with a Generic firmware.
Flava0ne said:
You don't need to be rooted, I backed up my carrier's stock firmware using his method with PC Companion and Flashtool before flashing my Z3 with a Generic firmware.
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Well there is no point in using it since there is a new update for this phone.
Available: 23.0.1.A.5.77
Current: 23.0.1.A.2.93
Since I just bought the phone I havent been able to use the repair function on Companion to create an FTF.
I have created an FTF on 23.0.1.A.5.77, but I need the Stock Factory firmware that came with the phone.
Nepturion said:
Well there is no point in using it since there is a new update for this phone.
Available: 23.0.1.A.5.77
Current: 23.0.1.A.2.93
Since I just bought the phone I havent been able to use the repair function on Companion to create an FTF.
I have created an FTF on 23.0.1.A.5.77, but I need the Stock Factory firmware that came with the phone.
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Ahh okay, for 23.0.1.A.2.93 then? If PC Companion is only showing you 23.0.1.A.5.77 now then yeah that guide won't be much help.
Flava0ne said:
Ahh okay, for 23.0.1.A.2.93 then? If PC Companion is only showing you 23.0.1.A.5.77 now then yeah that guide won't be much help.
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Yes, it wont help at all, the only way is to make a full copy by rooting 23.0.1.A.2.93 + Recovery or use an adb backup on this firmware.
But I cant find that software again and would like to have a firmware from my region in case I need this firmware to root.
Nepturion said:
Yes, it wont help at all, the only way is to make a full copy by rooting 23.0.1.A.2.93 + Recovery or use an adb backup on this firmware.
But I cant find that software again and would like to have a firmware from my region in case I need this firmware to root.
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hyelton's Stock Firmware Thread in the General section doesn't have it?
Flava0ne said:
hyelton's Stock Firmware Thread in the General section doesn't have it?
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It does, but when I flash like I did with Z1, my WiFi is ****, my 3G signal sucks and get updates late.
So would like to have a phone that isnt downloaded from a Telenor provider, would like to have it by region.
The cust codes and signals doesnt match my stock, which is a lot better than Telenor provider.
Nepturion said:
It does, but when I flash like I did with Z1, my WiFi is ****, my 3G signal sucks and get updates late.
So would like to have a phone that isnt downloaded from a Telenor provider, would like to have it by region.
The cust codes and signals doesnt match my stock, which is a lot better than Telenor provider.
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Yeah, I know what you mean, after I flashed my Z3 with the Global Generic fw from his thread my signals weren't as good as when I had my carriers fw. So it was a good thing that I backed it up cause that's what I'm using again ATM.
You might want to check out this thread.
I bought xperia z5
Customization: 1298-1221_R8B (T-mobile branding)
and I would like to install generic firmware from SONY (for example Central Europe customized :1298-7654)
Will it be possible?
I have also a problem with xperifirm. I cannot download any firmware..I double click and nothing happens.
Please help
Thank you,
Dragoore said:
I bought xperia z5
Customization: 1298-1221_R8B (T-mobile branding)
and I would like to install generic firmware from SONY (for example Central Europe customized :1298-7654)
Will it be possible?
I have also a problem with xperifirm. I cannot download any firmware..I double click and nothing happens.
Please help
Thank you,
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Yes it is possible. I even flashed E6603 firmware on the E6653 and back to E6653 without issues in operation or connectivity. Also, Xperifirm is working fine here, downloads and all.
do you still have to delete the fwinfo.xml after xperifirm compiles the files prior to flashing with flashtool?
augie7107 said:
Yes it is possible. I even flashed E6603 firmware on the E6653 and back to E6653 without issues in operation or connectivity. Also, Xperifirm is working fine here, downloads and all.
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I have created FTF file from CUSTOMIZED CE1 firmware. And it works - no branding anymore
THx all for help!
Dragoore said:
I have created FTF file from CUSTOMIZED CE1 firmware. And it works - no branding anymore
THx all for help!
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My pleasure
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ml2514 said:
do you still have to delete the fwinfo.xml after xperifirm compiles the files prior to flashing with flashtool?
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I bundle the files with flashtool so I can't answer that question.
And by installing another firmware, it will void the warranty?
No
Sent from my E6653 @ XDA Portal
If this is really working like you don't loose DRM-Keys and the Bootloader doesn't need to be unlocked.
Why aren't we using this way to get Root into a unlocked Z5? It kinda seems like this is the easiest way in...
Seelbreaker said:
If this is really working like you don't loose DRM-Keys and the Bootloader doesn't need to be unlocked.
Why aren't we using this way to get Root into a unlocked Z5? It kinda seems like this is the easiest way in...
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What?
Do you really understand what is "root"?
AndroPlus said:
What?
Do you really understand what is "root"?
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Well i do understand it in this way: having Full rights using the SuperSu APK-file with other binarys which are included in the rom.
And Since the ftf-file is the image for the nand of the Xperia Z5 i thougt you can create a ftf file which is prerooted....
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And there is the answer for my question...
tl;dr - we can - if we have Sonys private Keys for resigning the system.sin
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Tried it to flash Customized CCE1 32.0.A.4.11 for my E6653 and it somehow hang up while flashing TA Partition 1 since then when i try to restart the flashing i get Errors while Processing loader.sin and the Flash aborts with error 7 in processHeader....
i let the flashtool built the ftf file so yeah...
Edit2: Well Sony PC Companion seems to get the Z5 back to life via recovery
I decided to compile the firmware file to update my phone manually. There are no TA files included in this. You can also use this to debrand your phone.
Download it here
I used Flashtool 0.9.19.10 to build it.
You will have to import the Z5 Premium device. Here's the Flashtool device file: https://mega.nz/#!9dYz0QAI!13jvMu3mORGZ94nN--4sMS9v5tr5SJ4Wn04oev4CYkU
I upgraded from Generic UK to Generic Italy without a problem. I also didn't wipe anything. It also kept my dpi settings.
Before you ask, no, you don't need unlocked bootloader, and no this doesn't void your warranty, and no this doesn't wipe DRM keys.
decryption key?
decryption key? we cannot download with out it...
Flashtool device file link shows nothing to download, Can you upload file again or update the link?!
Thanks
You can find it on XperiFirm through Flashtool
CLShortFuse said:
I decided to compile the firmware file to update my phone manually. There are no TA files included in this. You can also use this to debrand your phone.
Download it here
I used Flashtool 0.9.19.10 to build it.
You will have to import the Z5 Premium device. Here's the Flashtool device file: https://mega.nz/#!9dYz0QAI
I upgraded from Generic UK to Generic Italy without a problem. I also didn't wipe anything. It also kept my dpi settings.
Before you ask, no, you don't need unlocked bootloader, and no this doesn't void your warranty, and no this doesn't wipe DRM keys.
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Can't download the Device file without a decryption key.......
Jygar said:
Can't download the Device file without a decryption key.......
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Afternoon all, grabbed the latest device files from the Git repo, they haven't been merged in yet.
Jygar said:
Afternoon all, grabbed the latest device files from the Git repo, they haven't been merged in yet.
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How do you add this to Flashtool?
Sorry, I added the decryption key to the links. I thought you guys were talking about Flashtool and realized it's because it's mega that was asking for decryption keys.
I want to flash. 209 e6883 Malaysian fw on my e6833, but I cannot get it working in flashmode. How exactly do I add z5 premium to flashtool?
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So I added e68xx to flashtool, but I still cannot get it working in flashmode. I can get it to enter in fastboot mode , but not in flashmode. .
It's still activated with volume down on premium ?
Fails to flash for me. When I try to import the device it says no device available to import. Going to try tomorrow on my work pc.
By flashing this will I get unbranded otas in the future? Or will I get carrier branded otas based on my sim?
My phone can only take video (HD) 1-2 minutes, it's very hot any stop camera. Could anyone have same? How to control camera overheat?
Thanks!
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My phone can only take video (HD) 1-2 minutes, it's very hot and stop camera. Could anyone have same? How to control camera overheat?
Thanks!
Someone can post images using italian firmware?
Hi guys,
Upgraded from a Z3 to a Z5 this week.
Unfortunately the Z5 is from the Vodafone network and therefore has all their crap bloatware installed.
I've got the phone unlocked to use on o2, and was wondering if there was any way to flash a default marshmallow image on to it?? I'm not bothered about root at the moment, but just want a clean ROM on there.
It's a E6653 Z%
Bootloader unlock allowed is NO
Thanks all
waqypaqy said:
Hi guys,
Upgraded from a Z3 to a Z5 this week.
Unfortunately the Z5 is from the Vodafone network and therefore has all their crap bloatware installed.
I've got the phone unlocked to use on o2, and was wondering if there was any way to flash a default marshmallow image on to it?? I'm not bothered about root at the moment, but just want a clean ROM on there.
It's a E6653 Z%
Bootloader unlock allowed is NO
Thanks all
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Usually you can use flashtool to flash a FTF file (you can also download via flashtool > XF icon)
I like to download the russian FTFs because they have less bloatware unlike the UK versions
If ye need to know more on flashtool either ask or do some googling
Envious_Data said:
Usually you can use flashtool to flash a FTF file (you can also download via flashtool > XF icon)
I like to download the russian FTFs because they have less bloatware unlike the UK versions
If ye need to know more on flashtool either ask or do some googling
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Thanks for your reply. I already have flashtool and adb all set up from before.
Is there a link you can point me to for the Marshmallow ROM??
waqypaqy said:
Thanks for your reply. I already have flashtool and adb all set up from before.
Is there a link you can point me to for the Marshmallow ROM??
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Like he said above, use the XF (XperiFirm) icon.
Devo7v said:
Like he said above, use the XF (XperiFirm) icon.
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My apologies
didn't even know that button existed all this time!
Many thanks for the help, guys :highfive::highfive:
You can perform to install 7.1.1 stock ROM with ftf Russian or Australian files.
just want to ask where can i get ftf files, specifically xperia xz dual PH customization...
https://xpericheck.com/cda/1306-6452
cuz on xpericheck, after i click the ftf download button, it brings me to alfafile.net
but alfafile require premium subscription to download files larger than 1gb... but the ftf file isa 2.5gb...
is there any links avalable? thanks?
I would recommend using XperiFirm through the Xperia Flashtool (the community tool). The tool allows you to download the ftf file and it automatically unpacks and repacks so you can flash to your phone. You also need to have an unlocked bootloader to do this by the way.
If you are not on an unlocked bootloader, I would recommend downloading Sony Mobile Emma and putting your phone in flash mode to see if the software recognizes an update is available.
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fatimarvin_15 said:
but alfafile require premium subscription to download files larger than 1gb... but the ftf file isa 2.5gb...
is there any links avalable? thanks?
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sad, sad...
MysticEnforcer has posted some German FTFs (they should work for you) on Android File host. search for his name in this forum.
Otherwise search for "FTF download" first in this forum and than broaden your search. You are not alone with this problem.
Or if there is a local "PH" forum ask the users there if they can get you a DLable link.
@turner2914 Don't use Emma. Flashtool works with unlocked bootloaders as long as you flash SONY ftfs.
Xperifirm also is my first stop in searching for new ROMs
Read what I have written in my [Guide] on different FTFs (scroll down).
DHGE said:
@turner2914 Don't use Emma. Flashtool works with unlocked bootloaders as long as you flash SONY ftfs.
Xperifirm also is my first stop in searching for new ROMs
Read what I have written in my [Guide] on different FTFs (scroll down).
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My bad, I'm still somewhat new to the Sony phone community. Sony is quite different than Samsung and LG haha. Much appreciated, one question for you though. I backed up my TA partition before fiddling around with roms and root, what purpose is there to restore it? I haven't really been able to find a straight forward answer.
turner2914 said:
I backed up my TA partition before fiddling around with roms and root, what purpose is there to restore it?
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to quote my [GUIDE]:
Now it is your last chance to save your device keys or "backup the trim area partition"
You should do this if you ever want to return to a SONY "blessed" state. e.g claiming service in countries where warranty is not for devices with unlocked bootloader or you want to sell it.
Otherwise do not bother with restoring the TA-partition. Doing so after the next steps will soft brick your device.
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DHGE said:
MysticEnforcer has posted some German FTFs (they should work for you) on Android File host. search for his name in this forum.
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should work, but he has the xz dual version
maybe one sim slot won't work
when i'm back at home,
i'll upload the ftf
your download link
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=158704