Dear all ,
Im new to Android, I have SONY NEO V, it came with GB, then i upgraded it to ICS 4.0.3, now i heard another update is available but its not for my set so far, I need your help
is it possible i can roll back to the GB !
is it possible i can manually update my ICS to 4.0.4 if it is faster like GB.
I dont understand the mobile terminology like ROM, kernel etc, I need a simple and easy tutorial by which i can install a reliable Firmware for my SONY xperia NEO V.
thanks in advance
Nadeem Ahmed
You can start here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2031989&postcount=45
Find the rest of the information here around.
Enjoy reading!
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I have searched all over to find a working link for the old firmware before 4.0.4 i hate this new firmware the phones really laggy and crashes allot. SO i assume my best option is to go back to what was working the 2.3 firmware.
Can someone please help me with a working link to the old firmware or a solution to the broken 4.0.4 ive now lost flash support and cant watch iplayer via the browser.
Thankyou.
You did a bad search.
There are working links in Neo dev section. Link with stock fw's is linked in one of the sticky threads.
And in same (stock fw) thread, somewhere around end I uploaded .42 and .62 fw, both working fine.
Can your share the 2.3 firmware link? I want find the original taiwan firmware for 2.3. Thanks
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I would just like to make one note, even if it's not response on request.
Do not flash Android 2.3.2 on your phone, anything above that is ok, but don't flash 2.3.2. Not sure if you know that or not, but just to make it sure, since you just wrote 2.3.
No..Ics New firmware bulid number .587 is the best for Neo..I'm also Neo user.Please updat your phone to ICS .587..I'm sure.. ou'll like It.. Here Is the Link the ICS new firmware..Hope you'll enjoy it
http://www.4shared.com/zip/IlLAx7RA/MT15i_41B0587_Globalftf.html :good:
Hello
I'm used to the flashing and all that for the Samsung devices (galaxy s series) but I'm confused when it comes to the Xperia series. This is my wifes phone that I want to update since it's on it's knees.
From what I've read there are ways to improve the storage space since that is a problem for her, constantly running out of space.
I've been reading up on some custom roms but perhaps stock ICS is good enough with that storage improvment.
So can I download the latest ICS and flash it with the "flashtool" or perhaps there are some nice guide out there that will help me out.
Will the root carry on with the update?
Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo MT15i
Android version: 2.3.4
Version: 4.0.2.A.0.42
Bootloader unlocked: Yes
no root wont carry with this update
and i can see your wife's phone is running GB
in my own taste and experience
i suggest not to move to ICS
you're gonna feel more lags cuz it's heavier than GB
first of all unlock the bootloader (search the forum)
now you can flash custom kernels (using flashtool) around the forum that are much better than stock ones (not all kernels work with all roms)
its time to use custom roms
again
in my own taste and experience
GB: codename 9.3 (now on it)
ICS: ice cream pureness
were the best
Jelly sandwich good also man^^
Look in stickies in dev section
Everything is there
seNt froM My bustEr Neo v <3
Once again I would suggest I-Scream for ICS (The test version)... It feels as smooth as GB.. And battery is quite good, unexpectedly..!!
Menvaihelv... said:
Hello
I'm used to the flashing and all that for the Samsung devices (galaxy s series) but I'm confused when it comes to the Xperia series. This is my wifes phone that I want to update since it's on it's knees.
From what I've read there are ways to improve the storage space since that is a problem for her, constantly running out of space.
I've been reading up on some custom roms but perhaps stock ICS is good enough with that storage improvment.
So can I download the latest ICS and flash it with the "flashtool" or perhaps there are some nice guide out there that will help me out.
Will the root carry on with the update?
Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo MT15i
Android version: 2.3.4
Version: 4.0.2.A.0.42
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Hi there, I was as lost as you and had a few problems with my device http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980047
What I would recomend is using Sony Ericsson Update Service and update to GB .62 to clear any problems. Then just flash following this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1973017
Hope this helps. :good:
LaurieH95 said:
Hi there, I was as lost as you and had a few problems with my device http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980047
What I would recomend is using Sony Ericsson Update Service and update to GB .62 to clear any problems. Then just flash following this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1973017
Hope this helps. :good:
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Hey I read you thread and that's more or less the same situation, thanks for replying.
I unlocked the bootloader earlier so in the service info/configuration it says "Bootloader unlocked: Yes"
I will check out your thread and go that way then. Thank you
Hi there,
Excuse me for starting this thread, but it has been hours now, that I've been looking for a solution on the forum...
Unfortunately, couldn't get one
Let me introduce my device:
Sony Ericsson Live With Walkman
running 2.3.4 (.62) rooted with doomlord's kit by downgrading to (.58) and OTA update
CWM installed - full back up created on SD
bootloader unlock allowed:no
stock kernel 2.6.32.9-perf
So my question is : is there a custom ICS (preferably .587 based) rom that I could flash with CWM, directly onto the rooted 2.3.4 (locked bl), without the need of upgrading to generic ICS (when connect to PC it says that I already have the latest software updates) and of course without getting to brick the device?
Also it will be good if I keep the root on the phone.
Wrong section, bro. There is your place.
About your question. Yes, there are many ROMs based on stock ICS, but you mostly need to upgrade to ICS first. For example - xNXT, Revolution ICS HD, Zelly Cream, Viper etc.
If you want to upgrade to ICS, use Flashtool.
sry fr being a bit rude but u havent searched this section properly....
hav a look at the all-in-one roms,kernels,etc sticky thread by predatOr in this section...
Sorry guys, I only searched the development section... Never crossed my mind to look in troubelshooting. Thanks for the tip, you are the best
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Hi,
So I've done my best to read up on this but I'm absolutely terrified of Bricking my phone, so can someone please give me some advice?
I've got a Sony Xperia Ray running android 2.3.4 which is terrible and It won't let me use any decent apps.
I want to upgrade it to Android Icecream but I'm terribly dumb when it comes to phones, my talents lie in computers and I've been up the past couple of hours trying to decide what to do, I can't find a explanation that is noob freindly.
The reason I'm so hesitant is this phone was unblocked from a network to be compatable on any network, and I'm not sure if this effects the updating procedure?
When I downloaded the Sony PC companion it prompted me to upgrade my android but I'm not sure if this will upgrade the Kernel as well (Sorry if it's a stupid question).
I really need someone's help, I'm terrified!
Specs below:
Model: ST18i
Android Version:2.3.4
Baseband Version:8x55A-AAABQAZM-2-3028D-64
Kernel:2.6.32.8-perf
[email protected]#1
Buld Number:4.0.2.A.0.62
confusedphoneman said:
Hi,
So I've done my best to read up on this but I'm absolutely terrified of Bricking my phone, so can someone please give me some advice?
I've got a Sony Xperia Ray running android 2.3.4 which is terrible and It won't let me use any decent apps.
I want to upgrade it to Android Icecream but I'm terribly dumb when it comes to phones, my talents lie in computers and I've been up the past couple of hours trying to decide what to do, I can't find a explanation that is noob freindly.
The reason I'm so hesitant is this phone was unblocked from a network to be compatable on any network, and I'm not sure if this effects the updating procedure?
When I downloaded the Sony PC companion it prompted me to upgrade my android but I'm not sure if this will upgrade the Kernel as well (Sorry if it's a stupid question).
I really need someone's help, I'm terrified!
Specs below:
Model: ST18i
Android Version:2.3.4
Baseband Version:8x55A-AAABQAZM-2-3028D-64
Kernel:2.6.32.8-perf
[email protected]#1
Buld Number:4.0.2.A.0.62
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Sony's PC software will also update kernel if going to 4.0.4
sonys 4.0.4 is same or more laggy than 2.3.4 (gingerbread) also it still have a small storage, so u dont will have many space for apps.
if sony software fails to update, download the "flashtool" , with this u can flash firmwares manually. see in general section for tuts. firmwares can be downloaded here: http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Andro...y-Bean-ICS-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-and/td-p/154389
but the best you can do with this phone is to install some good custom rom. it will give the best experience on that phone.
to do so you need to check if you can unlock bootloader in service menu (google how to enter)
unlock bootloader: http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
lookup this fine ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2543426
good luck!
I have a Xperia Neo V - which is now spare and decided it would be good to use as a running phone - with a running tracker app on and music app.
However Android is really old on it (2.3.4). OTA updates say it is the most up to date version.
I've started to read into a lot of what I need to do and so far I have...
unlocked the bootloader - using the wire trick.
rooted the phone
I installed CWM from the playstore but from what I can tell it isn't the best way due to being on the system partition?
What I'm not sure about is how to actually upgrade the firmware. Most of the latest versions state that they need the partitions moving around to work. Also is it worth going for Lollipop or would it be better with kitkat?
I'm just after something that will be familiar compared to the other devices in the house and will be maybe a bit quicker and stable.
If anyone can give me a bit of a dummies guide to doing the next part it would be really appreciated.
Thanks