I'm noticing in the new Japanese Sony models that you are no longer able to flash International firmwares. Has anyone found a method to do this or even root? Bootloader is unlockable on these as far as I know unless I"m missing that method as well.
someone asked about going from INT'L to JAP, and I told them if they had the voice codecs, everything should still work - just going by the AOSP source.
Have you tried using Flashtool to see if you can flash the international model ftf?
NeoBeum said:
someone asked about going from INT'L to JAP, and I told them if they had the voice codecs, everything should still work - just going by the AOSP source.
Have you tried using Flashtool to see if you can flash the international model ftf?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have. This is generally what I do with these. Currently I'm working with the SO-02H and SO-04H. Both of these fail at system.sin or any other sin for that matter. The SO-04H gets the require script error on some of the FTFs. I've done a lot of these in the past with no issues, but I'm not sure what would keep the FTF from even being flashed.
insanecain said:
I have. This is generally what I do with these. Currently I'm working with the SO-02H and SO-04H. Both of these fail at system.sin or any other sin for that matter. The SO-04H gets the require script error on some of the FTFs. I've done a lot of these in the past with no issues, but I'm not sure what would keep the FTF from even being flashed.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I haven't tried this myself - but if that happened to me - I would've experimented with swapping the system.sin when Flashtool finishes the prepare. Maybe some of the Google Core apps are incompatible in the new release.
See if you can find anything here http://files.setool.net/support/SETool2/
I dont think setool supports anything newer. I've actually not thought of swapping, didnt know that was an option lol.
swapping system.sin still fails
Have a look in the update.xml or boot.xml in the prepared folder and see if you can find any matching .sin, and maybe you could cook your own ftf. it's probably getting too complicated and you may as well root.
edit: I was in the middle of shredding a system.sin I mounted in to ubuntu, and that's when I said... screw it, I'll learn gooble repo and make AOSP
NeoBeum said:
Have a look in the update.xml or boot.xml in the prepared folder and see if you can find any matching .sin, and maybe you could cook your own ftf. it's probably getting too complicated and you may as well root.
edit: I was in the middle of shredding a system.sin I mounted in to ubuntu, and that's when I said... screw it, I'll learn gooble repo and make AOSP
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I would love to root. These damn things have locked bootloaders. I have created my own FTF but still same results (I'm sure I got something off).. definitely not new to the phone game, but very little experience with Sony.
insanecain said:
I would love to root. These damn things have locked bootloaders. I have created my own FTF but still same results (I'm sure I got something off).. definitely not new to the phone game, but very little experience with Sony.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is the 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed' set 'NO' and 'OEM unlocking' greyed out in Dev options? If not - maybe could write a batch file for the cmd prompt to do a brute force
Code:
'fastboot -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xYOURawesomebatchscript'
NeoBeum said:
Is the 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed' set 'NO' and 'OEM unlocking' greyed out in Dev options? If not - maybe could write a batch file for the cmd prompt to do a brute force
Code:
'fastboot -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xYOURawesomebatchscript'
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Bootloader Unlock Allowed is set to No, but weirdly I can set OEM unlocking in Dev options (even though it seems pointless).
insanecain said:
Bootloader Unlock Allowed is set to No, but weirdly I can set OEM unlocking in Dev options (even though it seems pointless).
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
try and brute force then
I have this model. Is there any progress? I'm dying to root this phone
I would take this is a no go for this Japan model.
x.navvvy said:
I have this model. Is there any progress? I'm dying to root this phone
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
SAME DUDE.
I need help to root m sony z5 compact E5823!! Pls
Z5 compact docomo apdate oreo
can anyone help to open frp xperia z5 compact so-02h docomo
vale888 said:
can anyone help to open frp xperia z5 compact so-02h docomo
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Still no progress?
Any progress rooting so-02h??
Any progress rooting so-02h? ver 32.3.E.0.148 ?
Related
anybody knows how to flash only simlock.ta?
Mine flash tool is 0.8.6.0 ver and it always ignore the file.
I want to flash only this file. Is there any other way?
any idea!!!! any help!!!
If you have unlocked your bootloader, you need to relock it before you can re-simlock IIRC.
Mine is locked bootloader. Now I want to flash with simlock.ta. Flash tool always skip the file. Why? Is there any other way?
But what is IIRC?
also tried with flashtool ver 0.9
But no luck!!!!
Any help???
Why are you so particular about flashing this file? Do you know what is this file and what it does?
Just don't mess around with that file.
Your question is answered by Blagus on GSM Cure,
Simlock data is checksumed, and even if you manage to edit file and write it to the phone, it probably won't boot because of checksum mismatch. So you'll have to find a way to bypass security (loader) and make the phone to accept new security zone. And if this was possible then every tool would be able to unlock it standalone (without EMMA).
And only tool that has X10 mini unlock solution is SEtool but unlock is not available for public
harfot said:
Just don't mess around with that file.
Your question is answered by Blagus on GSM Cure,
Simlock data is checksumed, and even if you manage to edit file and write it to the phone, it probably won't boot because of checksum mismatch. So you'll have to find a way to bypass security (loader) and make the phone to accept new security zone. And if this was possible then every tool would be able to unlock it standalone (without EMMA).
And only tool that has X10 mini unlock solution is SEtool but unlock is not available for public
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sorry to ask but I just wanted to be clear on something - my Xperia (Ray) refuses to read my SIM card. In fact, it doesn't even ask me for my PIN number, it just boots as normal but I have no connection to any network. I've tried using the SIM card in another phone and it works fine, therefore the problem is with the phone itself.
I'd recently had my phone network & bootloader unlocked by wotanserver using the test point method - because of this I thought the DRM keys would be fine (e.g. TrackId & Timescape still worked). However, when I was updating from GB .42 to .62 OTA (to flash a GB ROM) my phone bricked! So, I ended up using s1tool to restore the locked bootloader. Then I used flashtool to flash a stock ICS ftf file. It seemed to work (the phone rebooted) but it was then I noticed that the SIM card wasn't being recognised. Also, in the Flashtool log I noticed that a blue line was there saying 'this file is ignored simlock.ta'.
Hard resets & updating with Sony Update Service isn't working and there's just so much conflicting info out there that I'm really confused at this stage.
Can anyone help me or is my phone screwed for good?
seamo123 said:
Sorry to ask but I just wanted to be clear on something - my Xperia (Ray) refuses to read my SIM card. In fact, it doesn't even ask me for my PIN number, it just boots as normal but I have no connection to any network. I've tried using the SIM card in another phone and it works fine, therefore the problem is with the phone itself.
I'd recently had my phone network & bootloader unlocked by wotanserver using the test point method - because of this I thought the DRM keys would be fine (e.g. TrackId & Timescape still worked). However, when I was updating from GB .42 to .62 OTA (to flash a GB ROM) my phone bricked! So, I ended up using s1tool to restore the locked bootloader. Then I used flashtool to flash a stock ICS ftf file. It seemed to work (the phone rebooted) but it was then I noticed that the SIM card wasn't being recognised. Also, in the Flashtool log I noticed that a blue line was there saying 'this file is ignored simlock.ta'.
Hard resets & updating with Sony Update Service isn't working and there's just so much conflicting info out there that I'm really confused at this stage.
Can anyone help me or is my phone screwed for good?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's rare for any SE phone to be screwed for good... maybe try flashing a stock GB rom, and get back to how your phone was previously? Do any other SIM cards work in the phone? Check service menu (*#*#7378483#*#* from phone keypad) and check SIM or network locks to make sure nothing is wrong there? Check and clean the contacts in the SIM card slot? Unlock the bootloader again, and flash a custom ROM? Just don't try any more over-the-air updates with unlocked bootloader - this bricks many phones! Good luck!
plasmid09 said:
anybody knows how to flash only simlock.ta?
Mine flash tool is 0.8.6.0 ver and it always ignore the file.
I want to flash only this file. Is there any other way?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
To flash simlock.ta rename.it to preset.ta and bundle into ftf file and flash,just disable final verification check.
Sent from my WT19i using xda app-developers app
stupid question but here goes anyway...
will flashing a simlock.ta file from a sim-unlocked phone, into a sim-locked phone unlock it?
casca said:
stupid question but here goes anyway...
will flashing a simlock.ta file from a sim-unlocked phone, into a sim-locked phone unlock it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
.... its not that easy my friend
never mess wid trim area ...
you could have left the "try it and brick your device" mate I wouldn't have been upset with your comment since I was actually thinking that might be the result!
tks for the warning my friend (my phone is unlocked so all is good, it was just curiosity)
cheers!
casca said:
you could have left the "try it and brick your device" mate I wouldn't have been upset with your comment since I was actually thinking that might be the result!
tks for the warning my friend (my phone is unlocked so all is good, it was just curiosity)
cheers!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i did edited it quickly bro as i thought it may seem rude ... bt that wasnt rude at all...
Not rude at all mate, no problem
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Today while flashing ICS ftf to my Sola,i got this error:
This file is ignored : simlock.ta
Though I can acess my network normally without any prob,should i worry about this simlock.ta file??
Also note that my Sola has locked bootloader and isn't locked to any specific carrier.
akp.ajinkya said:
Today while flashing ICS ftf to my Sola,i got this error:
This file is ignored : simlock.ta
Though I can acess my network normally without any prob,should i worry about this simlock.ta file??
Also note that my Sola has locked bootloader and isn't locked to any specific carrier.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I got it flashing Xperia U 6.1.1.B.10 stock (found in this forum) I wonder whats that too, kinda curious
HELP
help
WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
Z3 c6653 fash finished locked machine
This is the solution
Sorry for my bad English
Use Flastool 0.9.20.0 version. Choose your favorite firmware. Choose exclude files. You do not you exclude simlock.ta file.
CAUTION: Your phone may be dead, the process is at your own risk
Hello everyone, this is my first post, the one issue that made me register
Ill be as short as i can :
I have a sony xperia P t-mobile locked so:
-Bootloader locked,
-root goes up no problem, works,
-CWM goes up this one,works:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020895
-i copy the rom on the phone, factory reset all that junk, i start to flash i get the "getprop nypon" aka Status 7 error code(tried several roms, all do the same)
-i go and modify the upgrade script via this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2302599
The rom installs, i install the gapps and whatnot and when i go to reboot it goes brick, i can get it to vibrate for hard reset but thats all(luckily the xperia updater software recovers so its not bricked out atm) but thats all, no other response no sony logo no nothing.
I was trying to flash the CM11 nightly to my phone, and i dont have a clue what have gone wrong... any ideas? should i try another one? did i mess up the flashscript modifying?(i checked for space) Any input and suggestion is highly appreciated, thank you in advance!!
TheGregButcher said:
Hello everyone, this is my first post, the one issue that made me register
Ill be as short as i can :
I have a sony xperia P t-mobile locked so:
-Bootloader locked,
-root goes up no problem, works,
-CWM goes up this one,works:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020895
-i copy the rom on the phone, factory reset all that junk, i start to flash i get the "getprop nypon" aka Status 7 error code(tried several roms, all do the same)
-i go and modify the upgrade script via this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2302599
The rom installs, i install the gapps and whatnot and when i go to reboot it goes brick, i can get it to vibrate for hard reset but thats all(luckily the xperia updater software recovers so its not bricked out atm) but thats all, no other response no sony logo no nothing.
I was trying to flash the CM11 nightly to my phone, and i dont have a clue what have gone wrong... any ideas? should i try another one? did i mess up the flashscript modifying?(i checked for space) Any input and suggestion is highly appreciated, thank you in advance!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
And why exactly are you trying to flash a rom that is for unlocked bootloader only?
No CMs for you., stock based ROMs only..
ChikeD said:
And why exactly are you trying to flash a rom that is for unlocked bootloader only?
No CMs for you., stock based ROMs only..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks i knew i was overlooking something... i didnt even know you cant flash "random" stuff with a locked bootloader.
By the way is there a method around this? i failed to find any.
TheGregButcher said:
Thanks i knew i was overlooking something... i didnt even know you cant flash "random" stuff with a locked bootloader.
By the way is there a method around this? i failed to find any.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can't "flash", as this feature in the BIOS, but you can do virtually anything you want with your phone once you have root permission.
Is your bootloader unlockable?
ChikeD said:
You can't "flash", as this feature in the BIOS, but you can do virtually anything you want with your phone once you have root permission.
Is your bootloader unlockable?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sadly no, mine is carrier locked so its bootloader locked as well( if i could i would have did it already) thats what im asking, is there even a method to unlock a not unlockable bootloader? some nifty dark alleyway backdoor etc... way?
TheGregButcher said:
Sadly no, mine is carrier locked so its bootloader locked as well( if i could i would have did it already) thats what im asking, is there even a method to unlock a not unlockable bootloader? some nifty dark alleyway backdoor etc... way?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmmmm, have you checked in service menu?
There might be unofficial method, I don't know if it's for unlockable bootloader.
Luckily, here it's not allowed bind users to service anymore, and carriers must unlock it if the owner of the phone request it.
ChikeD said:
Hmmmm, have you checked in service menu?
There might be unofficial method, I don't know if it's for unlockable bootloader.
Luckily, here it's not allowed bind users to service anymore, and carriers must unlock it if the owner of the phone request it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yep i checked the service menu thats why i know its not unlockable. i might try to get in touch with t-mobile support and ask them for an unlock code... the only ones i found on the internet, costed quite a sum of money. anyway, i wouldnt even bother with it that much, the speed is acceptable and im okay with the default sony interface, but the phone app freaking out and freezing a lot makes me a bit angry about it...
TheGregButcher said:
yep i checked the service menu thats why i know its not unlockable. i might try to get in touch with t-mobile support and ask them for an unlock code... the only ones i found on the internet, costed quite a sum of money. anyway, i wouldnt even bother with it that much, the speed is acceptable and im okay with the default sony interface, but the phone app freaking out and freezing a lot makes me a bit angry about it...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You mean the phone lag issue with incoming/outgoing calls?
It's not too bad in firmware 6.2.A.1.100.
ChikeD said:
You mean the phone lag issue with incoming/outgoing calls?
It's not too bad in firmware 6.2.A.1.100.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes i mean that. Its not that bad and a complete off/on solves it for a while, still it cripples the main usage of a phone...it can be quite annoying when it ballses up when you need to make an urgent phonecall...
TheGregButcher said:
Yes i mean that. Its not that bad and a complete off/on solves it for a while, still it cripples the main usage of a phone...it can be quite annoying when it ballses up when you need to make an urgent phonecall...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes that's true, I realy wonder why sony did not fix that yet.
For me it's first of all a phone, the rest is just etras.
I'm in the UK and we have a place call Cash Converters, it's known for selling second hand goods.
I bought myself a Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet LTE 16gb in mint condition with all the accsessories and box.
I paid just under £150.
I was running Lollipop but for me personally the device was slow. I downgraded to KitKat and it's great, fast as hell. really impressed!
I'm not rooted and I'm on the latest KitKat before the Lollipop update.
I removed all the bloatware 1 by 1 and removed the Google apps I wasn't going to use.
I'll tell you now, it's reallly fast.
well to my question; Because I'm on the latest KitKat before Lollipop - is there a way I can root my device?
PS: I don't want to spam the forum so I'll ask here - what sort of battery life are XDA Members getting with their Z2 Tablet?
Lollipop is faster than Kitkat on this device.
Must have been something else than the firmware which slowed your device down.
bwoiisc0tty said:
I'm in the UK and we have a place call Cash Converters, it's known for selling second hand goods.
I bought myself a Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet LTE 16gb in mint condition with all the accsessories and box.
I paid just under £150.
I was running Lollipop but for me personally the device was slow. I downgraded to KitKat and it's great, fast as hell. really impressed!
I'm not rooted and I'm on the latest KitKat before the Lollipop update.
I removed all the bloatware 1 by 1 and removed the Google apps I wasn't going to use.
I'll tell you now, it's reallly fast.
well to my question; Because I'm on the latest KitKat before Lollipop - is there a way I can root my device?
PS: I don't want to spam the forum so I'll ask here - what sort of battery life are XDA Members getting with their Z2 Tablet?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well, it depends on the version of KK. If it's 4.4.2 the root process is definitely easy by running the easy root (towel root) program. After that, the towel root author got hired by Sony, so, so much for getting any simple root processes.
As with 4.4.4, you can get root, but you'll need either to use;
a) Bootloader unlocked, and a modified Boot Image Ramdisk to get full System RW
b) Install Nutz dual recovery (easier with bootloader unlocked)
With LolliPop, I already had bootloader unlocked, so I installed the latest Dual Recovery by Nutz, and installed the latest pre-rooted LolliPop build.
One note on unlocking your bootloader if you decide to go that method. Back up your DRM keys first. Then if you ever decide to go back to stock, you can reflash them. Note it only works initially with 4.4.2 Builds if I'm not mistaken. To be honest, I have them backed up, but don't really notice them missing. Supposed t maybe do something with camera or video enhancements, but I can't tell the difference.
As with speed and battery, I can't tell the difference between the 2 versions. Benchmarks are about the same. Battery life is subjective depending on how you use the tab.
Moscow Desire said:
Well, it depends on the version of KK. If it's 4.4.2 the root process is definitely easy by running the easy root (towel root) program. After that, the towel root author got hired by Sony, so, so much for getting any simple root processes.
As with 4.4.4, you can get root, but you'll need either to use;
a) Bootloader unlocked, and a modified Boot Image Ramdisk to get full System RW
b) Install Nutz dual recovery (easier with bootloader unlocked)
With LolliPop, I already had bootloader unlocked, so I installed the latest Dual Recovery by Nutz, and installed the latest pre-rooted LolliPop build.
One note on unlocking your bootloader if you decide to go that method. Back up your DRM keys first. Then if you ever decide to go back to stock, you can reflash them. Note it only works initially with 4.4.2 Builds if I'm not mistaken. To be honest, I have them backed up, but don't really notice them missing. Supposed t maybe do something with camera or video enhancements, but I can't tell the difference.
As with speed and battery, I can't tell the difference between the 2 versions. Benchmarks are about the same. Battery life is subjective depending on how you use the tab.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
what firmware do I need to be on to get my bootloader unlocked?
bwoiisc0tty said:
what firmware do I need to be on to get my bootloader unlocked?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can unlock your bootloader with any version. In the forums there is an app called Flashtool if I'm not mistaken that you can use to relock the bootloader.
Read this;
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2747676
Be aware it'll wipe your /Data partition so you'll need to re-install your downloaded apps. Maybe docs and photos as well.
Moscow Desire said:
You can unlock your bootloader with any version. In the forums there is an app called Flashtool if I'm not mistaken that you can use to relock the bootloader.
Read this;
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2747676
Be aware it'll wipe your /Data partition so you'll need to re-install your downloaded apps. Maybe docs and photos as well.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah I read that but when I check, it says "bootloader unlock allowed: no" ?
bwoiisc0tty said:
yeah I read that but when I check, it says "bootloader unlock allowed: no" ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Aha. Similar to mine. I wound up getting a Demo model (unknowingly). Had the same "no" for bootloader. I wound up flashing a different "Ftf" file using Flashtool. Put a different region Rom on it. Workedfor a couple of folks, unless you have one of the carrier brands like Verizon, ATT, Tesla, etc.
So try flashing a 4.4.2 FTF file from a different region. See if it installs an unlockable bootloader. It's worth shot.
Moscow Desire said:
Aha. Similar to mine. I wound up getting a Demo model (unknowingly). Had the same "no" for bootloader. I wound up flashing a different "Ftf" file using Flashtool. Put a different region Rom on it. Workedfor a couple of folks, unless you have one of the carrier brands like Verizon, ATT, Tesla, etc.
So try flashing a 4.4.2 FTF file from a different region. See if it installs an unlockable bootloader. It's worth shot.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm in the UK and my Z2 Tablet LTE was on the EE network but I paid for an online service and got it unlocked. (the network that is)
am I screwed? where can I find a different region firmware????
bwoiisc0tty said:
I'm in the UK and my Z2 Tablet LTE was on the EE network but I paid for an online service and got it unlocked. (the network that is)
am I screwed? where can I find a different region firmware????
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Having issues copying the link, but go to the regular z2 forum, then the cross development forum. There is a thread for "xperiafirm". This is a Pc app that will download almost every version Ftf file for Sony devices. Find your device (511, 521, etc) and download a couple different region Ftf files.
Flash using Flashtool that I sent you a link to.
Moscow Desire said:
Having issues copying the link, but go to the regular z2 forum, then the cross development forum. There is a thread for "xperiafirm". This is a Pc app that will download almost every version Ftf file for Sony devices. Find your device (511, 521, etc) and download a couple different region Ftf files.
Flash using Flashtool that I sent you a link to.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't find it?
edit:
it's okay, thanks. I found it. gonna try!!!!
bwoiisc0tty said:
I can't find it?
edit:
it's okay, thanks. I found it. gonna try!!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You may have to try a couple different ones. Don't flash any of the carrier types.
Moscow Desire said:
You may have to try a couple different ones. Don't flash any of the carrier types.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
what do you mean by "Don't flash any of the carrier types."?
I've downloaded a few but how do I flash them? they're not ftf files?
bwoiisc0tty said:
what do you mean by "Don't flash any of the carrier types."?
I've downloaded a few but how do I flash them? they're not ftf files?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
what's branded and version?
bwoiisc0tty said:
what's branded and version?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
OK, so here's the scoop.
1. Don't flash any files from our forums (zip) files. They are for custom recoveries.
2. Use the experiafirm software to download specific ftf files for your device. I'm mobile now and can't paste a link. You can find the Pc app by going to the Z2 phone forum, then go to Sony cross development. There you find the ExperiaFirm Pc app. Install it to a Windows Pc (instructions are in the post). Select your device on the left (Z2 Tablet), select specific model, and you should get all available factory firmwares on the right.
3. Select a firmware to download to Pc. Pay attention to the carrier versions. You probably don't want these. By carrier, I mean phone companies like Orange, Tesla, Version, etc. These are devices that are sold by the phone providers and usually you can't unlock the bootloader.
You want just normal Ftf files, like Vk, Ru, Baltic, etc. Should be about 30 or so available for your device.
Moscow Desire said:
OK, so here's the scoop.
1. Don't flash any files from our forums (zip) files. They are for custom recoveries.
2. Use the experiafirm software to download specific ftf files for your device. I'm mobile now and can't paste a link. You can find the Pc app by going to the Z2 phone forum, then go to Sony cross development. There you find the ExperiaFirm Pc app. Install it to a Windows Pc (instructions are in the post). Select your device on the left (Z2 Tablet), select specific model, and you should get all available factory firmwares on the right.
3. Select a firmware to download to Pc. Pay attention to the carrier versions. You probably don't want these. By carrier, I mean phone companies like Orange, Tesla, Version, etc. These are devices that are sold by the phone providers and usually you can't unlock the bootloader.
You want just normal Ftf files, like Vk, Ru, Baltic, etc. Should be about 30 or so available for your device.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanks for all your help but I've gave up.
the link you told me about, xperiafirm, I couldn't get the ftf files. NO matter what I done.
I messed my Z2 LTE Tablet up and it was in a boot loop.
I fixed it with PC Companion and left it at that.
I have a Sony Xperia M2 too that I couldn't unlock it's bootloader, I kept getting "failed - command not succeed" so I just give up.
I have literally done everything and I still can't do it.
all I want is to calibrate my battery on my Z2 LTE Tablet & Sony Xperia M2.
is there something else I can try?
I'm running stock on both of them (latest in the UK through Sony's PC Companion) and I've disabled all the crap Sony apps and Google apps.
they're both fast now.
ugh.
bwoiisc0tty said:
thanks for all your help but I've gave up.
the link you told me about, xperiafirm, I couldn't get the ftf files. NO matter what I done.
I messed my Z2 LTE Tablet up and it was in a boot loop.
I fixed it with PC Companion and left it at that.
I have a Sony Xperia M2 too that I couldn't unlock it's bootloader, I kept getting "failed - command not succeed" so I just give up.
I have literally done everything and I still can't do it.
all I want is to calibrate my battery on my Z2 LTE Tablet & Sony Xperia M2.
is there something else I can try?
I'm running stock on both of them (latest in the UK through Sony's PC Companion) and I've disabled all the crap Sony apps and Google apps.
they're both fast now.
ugh.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wow! Sorry experiafirm wasn't working for you. When I get time I'll install it here. It was working fine before I left Moscow. Currently on extended trip to care for elderly parents in the states. In the original post it stated a couple thing for the Pc,like recent Microsoft.net for example. Generally you just select your device on the left, then hit. "check all" in the upper right. Double click a firmware and it should download (if I remember correctly)
Moscow Desire said:
Wow! Sorry experiafirm wasn't working for you. When I get time I'll install it here. It was working fine before I left Moscow. Currently on extended trip to care for elderly parents in the states. In the original post it stated a couple thing for the Pc,like recent Microsoft.net for example. Generally you just select your device on the left, then hit. "check all" in the upper right. Double click a firmware and it should download (if I remember correctly)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yeah mate I tried that and it wasn't downloading any ftf files, I kept getting "file" formats and trying to flash them after creating with flashtool was a nightmare!
but thanks for your help, I appreciate it. I think I'm done though, I have charged my device all night and most of the day and both of them are sitting on 100% full.
so I'm happy.
I also found a way to calibrate my battery on both devices without root too. so all is good.
Moscow Desire said:
Wow! Sorry experiafirm wasn't working for you. When I get time I'll install it here. It was working fine before I left Moscow. Currently on extended trip to care for elderly parents in the states. In the original post it stated a couple thing for the Pc,like recent Microsoft.net for example. Generally you just select your device on the left, then hit. "check all" in the upper right. Double click a firmware and it should download (if I remember correctly)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
any chance you can help me? I'm trying again.
what firmware should I flash to try and get my bootloader unlocked?????
You have to bundle the files downloaded from XperiaFirm, into an FTF, you do this with Flashtool:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide/
You can skip the parts about Decrypting, because XperiFirm does that for you.
Hello. I just received an Xperia Z3 Compact tablet (SGP641) compact tablet that I bought used. It is unlocked. I don't know if that means it is rooted, as well, as I am new to this.
Anyhow, I tried to update the tablet through the device itself, but it says it is up to date at version 5.0. So, then I try to update it using the Xperia companion on my PC. When I try, it gives me an error message that reads: "Update failed. The device contains modified software that cannot be updated. Error code: UEGetPhoneInfoRootedDevice
UE_2003"
I have no idea what this means. Does this mean that I cannot update the tablet, at all? Can I "un-root" the tablet? Basically, what are my options at this point? I would just like to update to its latest Android version. The battery life is not what I was expecting. I mean, it drains over 20% in an hour. Is that normal? I am hoping an update might help this out a bit.
Thank you in advance for any and all help, advice and suggestions. I really don't know anything about this, so I really would appreciate all the help I can get.
Thanks!
Edit:
So, it turns out that the device has been rooted and the bootloader unlocked. The seller just conveniently forgot to mentioned this during the sales process. Very frustrating. What can I do?
No the battery drain is not normal. I did not get an update either, here in The Netherlands. So I flashed a stock German version instead and changed the language afterwards. You would need Flashtool for that. The Xperia Blog has a good tutorial for Flashtool, but I guess you can also find it on xda. If you flash a stock version you will be unrooted as well.
If you wish, you can also lock the bootloader again in Flashtool.
Since your bootloader had been unlocked your DRM keys are probably lost, resulting in lower quality photos at low light conditions.
M1chiel said:
No the battery drain is not normal. I did not get an update either, here in The Netherlands. So I flashed a stock German version instead and changed the language afterwards. You would need Flashtool for that. The Xperia Blog has a good tutorial for Flashtool, but I guess you can also find it on xda. If you flash a stock version you will be unrooted as well.
If you wish, you can also lock the bootloader again in Flashtool.
Since your bootloader had been unlocked your DRM keys are probably lost, resulting in lower quality photos at low light conditions.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you very much for your reply!
I am concerned to read that about the battery. I am beginning to really feel that I go a lemon.
Could you possibly explain more about flashing to stock, please? I am going to search and check out what you recommended, I just thought in the mean time you (or some other helpful poster) could clue me in a bit more.
Do you know if I can use the Xperia companion tool to do a software repair? It is an option within the program. I am just wondering if that will re-lock it and allow me to update.
Thank you very much, again, for your help! I really appreciate it.
I am not sure if Xperia Companion still works with an unlocked bootloader. But you can always give it a try. Flashtool is a much more powerful tool as it allows you to choose the rom you prefer, even if it is a downgrade.
M1chiel said:
I am not sure if Xperia Companion still works with an unlocked bootloader. But you can always give it a try. Flashtool is a much more powerful tool as it allows you to choose the rom you prefer, even if it is a downgrade.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Do you if there is any way to tell what, if anything, is on the device...as far as custom ROMs, rooted, unlocked boot loader...etc?
In Settings -> About you can access diagnostics with some basic info. More advanced diagnostics can be accessed if you install a phone dialer (I tried Pixelphone Dialer) and dial *#*#service#*#*. In Service Tests -> Security you can find your bootloader status. If it is locked it says Marlin [Key OK][Active] and the same for the other items. In addition you can find lots of other info there.
M1chiel said:
In Settings -> About you can access diagnostics with some basic info. More advanced diagnostics can be accessed if you install a phone dialer (I tried Pixelphone Dialer) and dial *#*#service#*#*. In Service Tests -> Security you can find your bootloader status. If it is locked it says Marlin [Key OK][Active] and the same for the other items. In addition you can find lots of other info there.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you very much for taking the time to respond and help.
Will I mess anything up if I go ahead and flash a stock version or try to relock it if, by chance, it is not locked, rooted or anything?
Nope, but make sure you flash a correct ftf for your model. I'd advise you to wipe data, cache and apps log in Flashtool to make sure you have a fresh start. Any Marshmallow stock rom would be ok.
M1chiel said:
Nope, but make sure you flash a correct ftf for your model.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can find that just by searching for the model number (SGP641), correct?
Flashtool will recognize your model as well.
M1chiel said:
Flashtool will recognize your model as well.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you so much. I am going to try and do it now. I will post my results, just in case someone else may be having the same issue.
M1chiel said:
Flashtool will recognize your model as well.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am having a rough time finding out what to do. The only thing that I can see is the Taiwanese version, which is the model the SGP641 is, but I am confused about how to do it. Can I just flash it to the file that is on Xperia blog, or do I have to downgrade it first?
Edit:
So, it turns out that the device has been rooted and the bootloader unlocked. The seller just conveniently forgot to mentioned this during the sales process. Very frustrating. What can I do?
Well, as the Dutch philosopher Johan Cruyff said: every disadvantage has its advantage. It depends on what you want. If you want to stay rooted, you can flash a prerooted Marshmallow rom for your model from recovery. Usually you can enter recovery by pressing volume down or up during boot until the led changes color. Root is attractive because you can remove bloatware and install costumizations. If you do not want root you can flash a stock rom with Flashtool.
dude you want only to update marshmallow?if not,i can give u 2 options for a veeery stable and battery friendly tablet.
Here was a Guide. Someone said people don't care about Me or My Work so...
Welcome to the Family Xperia 5 Mark II Users <3
Thanks. Looks like it is the same procedure like 1-ii 10-ii.
I know this is obvious, but in case someone forgets, remember to unlock bootloader, you need to unlock "developer options" by tapping the "build number" 10 times in settings>about phone, turn on "OEM unlocking" in system>developer options.
Miustone said:
[*]-Start the NewFlasher.exe, Select: f, n, n, y (fastboot, no, no, yes) in the Prompt Window
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not too sure what is this step for?
Unlocking bootloader on these newer Xperia devices doesn't bring the same limitations to the camera as the old days, does it?
Kocane said:
Unlocking bootloader on these newer Xperia devices doesn't bring the same limitations to the camera as the old days, does it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It clearly disables still the Display Enhancement known as Video Optimization, besides that may it mean You can't play 4K HDR anymore over Netflix, limiting it to FHD/HD Playback. Additional will You not being able to use the Xperia Services anymore which shouldn't hurt anyone. With My MARS_SOM can You get even better Display Optimizations combined with 4K HDR Playback on all possible apps. Still searching a Tester on the Xperia 5 II for it actually...
Updated the Guide
Respect for all your effort, thank you very much!
Any way to revert back after this? How to relock bootloader?
Xperia Companion won't repair since the bootloader is unlocked and Xperia Flash Tool (Emma) gives me an error (screenshot) and FlashTool doesn't support Xperia 5 II yet.
Miustone said:
It clearly disables still the Display Enhancement known as Video Optimization, besides that may it mean You can't play 4K HDR anymore over Netflix, limiting it to FHD/HD Playback. Additional will You not being able to use the Xperia Services anymore which shouldn't hurt anyone. With My MARS_SOM can You get even better Display Optimizations combined with 4K HDR Playback on all possible apps. Still searching a Tester on the Xperia 5 II for it actually...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks. Does this include creator mode?
vyp54 said:
Any way to revert back after this? How to relock bootloader?
Xperia Companion won't repair since the bootloader is unlocked and Xperia Flash Tool (Emma) gives me an error (screenshot) and FlashTool doesn't support Xperia 5 II yet.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
"fastboot oem lock" locks the Bootloader again. Just use the Companion to repair after that. Never use Flashtool on newer Devices (2019+), just use NewFlasher and Fastboot. That's the failsafe way...
@Kocane it isn't a DRM Bypass, so No. But it enables 4K Playback and various Pixel 4 XL and Qualcomm configs that enhance the Display on other Ways like Automated Whitebalance, variable vsync and more. The actual GitHub Versions are pretty neat actually in that view...
Miustone said:
"fastboot oem relock" locks the Bootloader again. Just use the Companion to repair after that. Never use Flashtool on newer Devices (2019+), just use NewFlasher and Fastboot. That's the failsafe way...
@Kocane it isn't a DRM Bypass, so No. But it enables 4K Playback and various Pixel 4 XL and Qualcomm configs that enhance the Display on other Ways like Automated Whitebalance, variable vsync and more. The actual GitHub Versions are pretty neat actually in that view...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
"fastboot oem lock" and 7 seconds of waiting did the charm. Thanks!
!
@Miustone, thanx for your help here.can you tell me what I should choice on Sony Website for unlocking BL ? xperia 5 ii doesn't exist...thanx
Does relocking the bootloader and repairing via companion put the device back to a factory state with the DRM keys etc for 4k playback?
Just want to make sure before I break something I can't fix…
Thanks!
Couldn't make this work, tried several times only got either a boot loop or a message saying that android couldn't boot so I had to either try again or do a full wipe. Any idea?
snikica00 said:
@Miustone, thanx for your help here.can you tell me what I should choice on Sony Website for unlocking BL ? xperia 5 ii doesn't exist...thanx
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not Sure, i think other Xperia 5 II User will know how since some are unlocked yet If i'm Not wrong
nanu*1 said:
Does relocking the bootloader and repairing via companion put the device back to a factory state with the DRM keys etc for 4k playback?
Just want to make sure before I break something I can't fix…
Thanks!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes. That is the Case since the 2019 Xperia Lineup. No worries!
warrip said:
Couldn't make this work, tried several times only got either a boot loop or a message saying that android couldn't boot so I had to either try again or do a full wipe. Any idea?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You should reflash the Stock Firmware with newflasher before trying again. Take a look If it boots untouched and Install the Magisk Manager again (to make sure the Firmware is ok)
Have You also did the vbmeta step? You could try to skip that step if You tried it with...
You could also try to Patch the Boot Image with Magisk 21.X. Just Go in the Magisk Manager to the Settings and select the Beta Channel. Go Back to the Main Page for patching and Patch your Image with the 21.X Beta version.
Hope that helps!
Miustone said:
Not Sure, i think other Xperia 5 II User will know how since some are unlocked yet If i'm Not wrong
Yes. That is the Case since the 2019 Xperia Lineup. No worries!
You should reflash the Stock Firmware with newflasher before trying again. Take a look If it boots untouched and Install the Magisk Manager again (to make sure the Firmware is ok)
Have You also did the vbmeta step? You could try to skip that step if You tried it with...
You could also try to Patch the Boot Image with Magisk 21.X. Just Go in the Magisk Manager to the Settings and select the Beta Channel. Go Back to the Main Page for patching and Patch your Image with the 21.X Beta version.
Hope that helps!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What does your ROM/Magisk patch include/do?? Thank you for the guide mate!
Miustone said:
Not Sure, i think other Xperia 5 II User will know how since some are unlocked yet If i'm Not wrong
Yes. That is the Case since the 2019 Xperia Lineup. No worries!
You should reflash the Stock Firmware with newflasher before trying again. Take a look If it boots untouched and Install the Magisk Manager again (to make sure the Firmware is ok)
Have You also did the vbmeta step? You could try to skip that step if You tried it with...
You could also try to Patch the Boot Image with Magisk 21.X. Just Go in the Magisk Manager to the Settings and select the Beta Channel. Go Back to the Main Page for patching and Patch your Image with the 21.X Beta version.
Hope that helps!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So you don't need to backup the DRM Key like the old models Z3 / Z5 to gain back the functions?
I can't figure out how to unlock this device? '
I've followed the instructions here: https://developer.sony.com/develop/...d/unlock-bootloader/how-to-unlock-bootloader/
But running: "fastboot oem unlock 0x[unlock code]" results in:
FAILED (Write to device failed (no link))
fastboot: error: Command failed
Any idea what I could be doing wrong?
5 ii dont have 4k res anyway. I think I will keep it unlocked like 10 ii. It will get downsampled anyway.
GnaXi said:
I can't figure out how to unlock this device? '
I've followed the instructions here: https://developer.sony.com/develop/...d/unlock-bootloader/how-to-unlock-bootloader/
But running: "fastboot oem unlock 0x[unlock code]" results in:
FAILED (Write to device failed (no link))
fastboot: error: Command failed
Any idea what I could be doing wrong?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No link can be either not in fastboot (insert usb while holding vol up, have blue led) or no driver or not in Windows 10 test mode.
Also, have you enable "OEM unlocking" in options?
---------- Post added at 12:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:15 PM ----------
Miustone said:
[*]-Start the NewFlasher.exe, Select: f, n, n, y (fastboot, no, no, yes) in the Prompt Window
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Can you tell me a bit more about this step? I am not sure what it is trying to do.
I also tried relock and doing the unlock without newflasher at all and still works.
---------- Post added at 12:21 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:20 PM ----------
snikica00 said:
@Miustone, thanx for your help here.can you tell me what I should choice on Sony Website for unlocking BL ? xperia 5 ii doesn't exist...thanx
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The code for 5 ii is the same for 1 ii or 10 ii.
As far as I remember, unlocking bootloader does not wipe the DRM key nowadays, right? Locking back the bootloader everything will become brand-new?