yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z General] whitefang3456:
Hello, i malaysian Z here too. Actually Xperia Z from malaysia follows SINGapore firmware FTF for updates from SONY. U may search "FTF REGION codes" in xda forums for knowing ur firmware info. So:

1) No, im afraid. Will show u have latest updates. Due region difference in firmware customization. I flashed UK firmware (no further update after. 434) and flashed another from Sing/BE (updates available). U may check ur region ftf code via dialling *#*#7378423#*#* , go look for software info, and check customisation version of ur firmware. Then find the version which u want. And since is UNBRANDED, means all C6603 models can flash this firmware, and will not be locked to certain operators. And do note, if flashing 4.2.2 firmware, and u are currently 4.1.2, u need to fullwipe ur data for flashing without risks, or errors. Tq.

2) since is a No, then this a NO too.

Hope helps.

Whitefang
[Xperia Z General] aprilius20:
Thanks for the info! I guess that means there's no poing in Malaysian users bashing Sony Mobile MY on their FB page, heh.

I've gone ahead and flashed the Spain rom. From 4.1 to 4.2, no problems so far (fingers crossed).
[Xperia Z General] scorpi786:
Going to flash this again, do I just tick the boxes for : data, cache and appslog.
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Do a full reset first. Works wonders.
[Xperia Z General] mohanparvatham:
--Deteted--
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Every time when i turn the device on show a message that the data is activated, is there any way to disable this notification?
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=42985827&postcount=164
[Xperia Z General] Fausty:
Got 2 issues with it.

Data roaming was on by default. I think I might be down few dollars but I turned it off very quickly.

On full screen (YouTube video or some games (shelter in my case)) I get some black blinking in the lower part of the screen. Not sure why and how to solve it
[Xperia Z General] scorpi786:
a new flash and wiped everything. Was still laggy so I changed the live wallpaper and its better now. I can still notice small bits of lag in chrome and UI but it's better than before.

Would factory reset cure it?.
[Xperia Z General] iDroid8:
I had the same problem, I just unmounted the SD and reran Flashtool and it worked perfectly. Thanks for the tip. When I booted up my phone again it said that "Android is updating", "Optimising applications" then when it got the lockscreen it said "NFC is updating".
[Xperia Z General] FingerMove:
Can anyone tell me, if I should exclude TA when I already unlocked bootloader? The 434 version I always installed never had TA, but I read it's possible to brick it if you flash TA on unlocked bootloader...
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
It will never flash your TA completely, just a few bytes, but you can safely exclude it.
[Xperia Z General] FingerMove:
So it would also work if I don't exclude it? Well, I guess I'll just exclude it, at least that seems to be safe then ;)

Thanks for your answer :)
[Xperia Z General] jasonr2000:
hi all just flashed this to my xperia z c6603

and now i cant get no network coverage ???

did i do something wrong ??

im in the uk by the way
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
- Did you wait long enough after switching your phone on?

- Did you try a manual network search?

- Did you try to restart your phone?

- Did you flash with or without wipe?
[Xperia Z General] jasonr2000:
cheers for the reply Apollo89

i have since rebooted my phone

and now it has network so maybe i didnt wait long enough lol

but im happy with the new JB 4.2.2 so thanks a bunch :)
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
After turning on my phone it can also take a little time before it has network (also before the update). I guess that's normal :p
[Xperia Z General] jasonr2000:
it does seem to be the case since ive updated to this version

didnt notice it on 4.1.2 tho lol
[Xperia Z General] slim207rc:
It actually does take a little longer, can confirm that!

Also havin "light" reception issues there and again.

Here and there the reception hangs itself up, hardly noticeable but enough TO notice.

The other problem is the walkman app during lockscreen.

Sort of shows the walkman as fullscreen instead auf the lockscreen app and I ain't able to pause or skip without having to unlock the screen. Happens real often!
[Xperia Z General] LeanTX:
Differences with Belgium Unbranded?

Hi guys!

Is there really a difference beetwen this one and the one from Belgium? Besides pre-installed apps, of course.

I feel some animations in this rom are slower, and not as smooth as .434; well, perhaps is just my mind :P
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Of course not. I don't know how many times I have to repeat this, but a customization is just the bundled apps, build.prop and some overlays. The kernel and system files are the same for all customizations.
[Xperia Z General] r0tib0y:
Sorry, but I can't seem to find my option to enable USB debugging after flashing this. Has it changed location?
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Go to About Phone and tap on Build number 7 times.

This is mentioned several times already in this thread, so please use the search function in future :)
[Xperia Z General] boyq:
I can't seem to add any walkman widget after updating to .423 Generic ES.

After clicking add button:

-edit-

Okay just searched. I still don't like the new lockscreen implementation. Seriously? Separate window for walkman, digital clock, and camera?

Thanks.

-boyq
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Are you noticing gagging in photo album?

I feel that the programs are running with lags! The transitions of the photos are sluggish!

Anyone else noticed?
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Topic covered VERY extensively already. Have a look around.

It's lagging by the way, gagging is something completely different.
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
My English is very bad! Anyway, then there is lag in this version?
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Read the topics posted - all the info is there.
[Xperia Z General] Nexu$:
microphone mute during calls: other party cannot hear me

This is a weird one... today I was trying to call family and each time I was able to hear the other party but none of them heard me...

Only when I received a call and realized the same issue, I rebooted the phone and all is OK. Anyone else had this weird bug? Is there a solution?

Stock Generic ES, no tweaks.
[Xperia Z General] Mr.Krypton:
I've updated my device. It was generic AU. everything seems work fine except buggy album. specially I've noticed there is no heat issue now :) really impressed with it.
[Xperia Z General] sahinz:
mobile network doesnt work!

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sorry my apn didnt load automatically... solved
[Xperia Z General] AwesomeAHlee:
can i flash this without losing any data? i am using a UK phone, which is still on .437
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Yes. The flashtool guide linked in the first post covers flashing without loss of data.
[Xperia Z General] ama212:
Had the same problem today! It was ok after reboot.
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
Hi all,

1. How do you stop 'Data Traffic Enabled' from popping up?

2. Can't screenshot either - Tried Power+VOL down

3. Internet Explorer has gone?

4. Getting a delay in unlocking my device

Thanks :)
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
1. http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=42985827&postcount=164

2. You have to hold those two buttons long enough. There's also a small app which you can use to create (and edit) screenshots.

3. Internet Explorer???

4. Try to do a factory data reset if you can't live with it. Or just wait for the next update.
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
Can't disable Data Traffic Enabled, as my phone isn't rooted.

Screenshots work now (Didn't before)

Not Internet Explorer sorry, I meant 'Browser'

Tried a few data resets - I'll live with it for now.

Thanks for the help btw :)
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
As far as I know, the 'Mobile data is enabled' notification only appears at startup and if you re-enable mobile data, so it shouldn't be a big trouble anyway.

Stock browser is only included with a few firmware customizations. Since Android 4.1, Google Chrome is the default browser.

Do you mean factory resets on the phone itself, or through Sony PC Companion / Sony Update Service? Since this is the first firmware with Android 4.2.2, it will probably improve with future updates.
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
Sorry, meant factory resets. My previous version was network locked to 3 UK, since then I've got it unlocked and this is the first firmware I've flashed on it.

I'll wait for a UK release of this version and flash that when it comes around.
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
You could flash '3 UK' firmware again if you want, it has been updated to 10.3.A.0.423. Remember: flashing a branded firmware never re-locks a SIM unlocked phone (unlocking is ONCE and PERMANENT).
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
Will there eventually be a GENERIC UK ROM? I'm on Orange now anyway :)
[Xperia Z General] StarFcker:
stamina mode

is it just me or wifi is on all the time on sleep mode with stamina mode on? before the update, it will turn off the wifi during sleep mode and reactivate back once i on the screen but now it seems to be active all time. :rolleyes:
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
I'm getting this too. Usually it turns WiFi off when you leave an area that has a saved network. I have to manually turn off WiFi now?
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Change the wifi sleep policy.

Settings, Wifi, menu key, Advanced, Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.

This is not a new setting. I'm sure it's been there since at least Gingerbread, if not before then.
[Xperia Z General] bouncyball:
It's the Power Management option I'm having problems with.

It used to connect automatically when in a saved Wi-Fi area and when out of this area, used to disconnect. Now it just stays on permanently.
[Xperia Z General] cedropol:
I also had this strange behavior on 4.1.2 = still active wifi - I don't remember since when, but after upgrade to 4.2.2 (without changing anything in wifi settings or wiping) it works ok. Probably something stucks in software?
[Xperia Z General] Disruptor85:
I installed this FW and I rooted in a record time, but OP say that our XZ mustn't be rooted.

:rolleyes:

So, I have an important question, and I think it is answered, but I need to confirm. In the future when we have a new release of 4.2.2, 4.3...5? would I need unroot my phone or could I use again Flashtools to flash new FTF without unrooting?

PS: My bootloader is locked

Thanks all,
[Xperia Z General] SmallsXD:
English language confusion.

"Does NOT have to be rooted" - Means it will work with or without root as it doesn't need root to do anything.
[Xperia Z General] theprince1991:
How to restore?

I want to flash this firmware but I would like to revert back to the correct SI number and such. To do this should I just backup "build.prop" and flash this firmware? And when generic UK 4.2.2 finally gets released I'll overwrite the build.prop with the one I have now (4.1.2, 10.1.A.1.434) and restore via PC companion and this should give me back all the 'values' I had when I bought the phone?
[Xperia Z General] s32bauer:
Overwrite Apps?

Hi,

I'm thinking of flashing this firmware as I'm bored of waiting for the UK release.

I've noticed that there are lots of pre installed apps listed on the front page. A lot of those, LinkedIn and WhatsApp for example I already have. If I flash this firmware, will it likely overwrite the existing data on those apps (like the WhatsApp messages, etc)
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
If you flash without wiping data,all your data will stay but it's not recommended.
[Xperia Z General] PaulFernxp:
Flashed UK Unbranded to HK Generic

Hi Guys, just wanted to say thanks to all at XDA and all in the forums, Just flashed my XZ to HK Generic and it works a treat.

I couldn't be happier, was first time in doing anything like this but after reading and following several threads/advice it went off without a hitch :)

I am one of many UK Generic Unbranded handset owners, and would safely advise you all to do the same.

I will gladly be spending the night, phone in dock - dualshock3 in hand - killing zombies on Dead Trigger WITHOUT CABLES omg im so happy.

Only missing app was Playstation Mobile which was easily obtained from here - sorry not allowed to post external links yet :( but its easy to find.
[Xperia Z General] Gelrooss:
A question ... I and I have the same Official Rom. But me YOIGO Smartphone is the operator and has the image of YOIGO start.

If I install this Rom, YOIGO Removes boot logo?

Thank you!
[Xperia Z General] Gelrooss:
I answer to myself ...

Si. If you remove the boot logo YOIGO The operator put him through flashtools this rom.

Thanks for the contribution.

salu2

---------- Post added at 11:46 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:45 AM ----------

Thanks !!

I see your answer after of fhash :D

Thanks.

Salu2
[Xperia Z General] eLbor11:
11/020/2013 05:20:20 - INFO - Selected C6603 / 10.3.A.0.423 / Generic ES
11/020/2013 05:20:20 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
11/020/2013 05:20:26 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Start Flashing
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Processing loader
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Checking header
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Ending flash session
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - ERROR -
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
11/020/2013 05:20:27 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

Why did I get an error?

EDIT: I just switched usb ports from hub to directly to my pc and it worked.
[Xperia Z General] bigbamboo5:
Thank you!
[Xperia Z General] sacredsoul:
Hmm cant seem to flash just the baseband.
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Non, je ne pense pas, je suis flamand :D

Of course! It includes all languages and it can be used with every SIM card in the world ;)

The only difference is the pre-installed apps (see post #1) and some small details perhaps.

An Android 4.2.2 screenshot from 19th February with build 11.1.A.1.450... Totally fake!
[Xperia Z General] iDroid8:
Thank you so much! I think I'll get down to flashing my first ftf now. If I somehow mess up the procedure will it brick my Z, and would it be recoverable? And I will still have all my apps and data right? No need to back it up? And how should I back it up? Using the PC companion?
[Xperia Z General] Ambroos:
Flashes fine without data wipe, thanks!
[Xperia Z General] Vaith:
No, and stop spamming -.-
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
It has /sdcard, /mnt/sdcard, /storage/sdcard0, /storage/emulated/0 and /storage/emulated/legacy (all internal SD)

and /sdcard1, /ext_card, /mnt/ext_card and /storage/sdcard1 (all external SD).

Do you have a C6602 or C6603?

Just follow the tutorial and don't forget to untick DATA and CACHE in Flashtool, then you won't lose any apps or data. It certainly won't brick your device or anything.
[Xperia Z General] mlamlam:
Thanks first, but ROOT cannot be retained from this TFT, because /system will be re-written, right?
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Correct. But DooMLoRD already confirmed that it can be rooted, so you'll be able to root again soon enough ;)
[Xperia Z General] ImAnurag:
Screenshot of 10.3.A.0.423

Screenshot here..
[Xperia Z General] josman91:
I have already. I have update with PC Companion. It's great the transparents bars.:p
[Xperia Z General] guybrush2099:
what fw did you have before to flash?
[Xperia Z General] Ambroos:
10.1.1.A.1.253 Generic NL (no bootloader unlock or root).
[Xperia Z General] cyrom:
Hi guys! Is it ok to flash/restore TA on this rom to relock bootloader and get be2 working?
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
People with rooted phones (with locked bootloader) who want to flash this firmware: it'll probably be quicker to change your customization number to 1270-6697 by following part A of this guide:

[GUIDE] Download ANY firmware customization from Sony & create an FTF with Flashtool

After doing that, you will be able to update with Sony PC Companion :)
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
ok so i have got the addresses for this kernel....

just waiting for part2 to download...

will test it out on my phone before uploading :)
[Xperia Z General] guybrush2099:
all riiiight :)

I have the same, with no bootloader unlocked, but there's root (without flashed roms), so I think flashing this 4.2.2 without wipeS it should be ok...:confused:
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Of course, since it's a stock ROM.
[Xperia Z General] mlamlam:
DooMLoRD, i don't know the speed is ok for you or not, here is my uploaded one, thanks for great effort first.

This one is Hong Kong TFT

http://uhub.com/iSjRGQL8

This one is Generic ES

http://uhub.com/3i9EQq4R
[Xperia Z General] Ambroos:
You will always lose root if you flash a ROM with Flashtool, SEUS, EMMA, PCC, ... The only way to keep root is by updating OTA when it is available.
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Thanks! Please create a new thread (like this one) for your Generic HK firmware. Otherwise it's difficult to find.
[Xperia Z General] josman91:
Yes, I did that and... All perfect!

I used this guide: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1096394
[Xperia Z General] dubist:
Here in Germany phone is from o2 I got a Update.
[Xperia Z General] cimbomege:
Will this method keep my phone rooted or do I have to wait for rooted flash file ?
[Xperia Z General] Kurodoboy:
I'm already Unlocked Bootloader << Back up TA before

I'm already Rooted

I'm using 4.2.2 Leak

Is there some way to Flash or Install 4.2.2 stock rom?

Thank You So Much
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Don't quote the entire OP - pointless.
[Xperia Z General] sanjazz909:
flash the fw you had when you made the TA backup

restore the TA backup aka relock bootloader

then flash 4.2.2 or install with PCC
[Xperia Z General] hhlong89:
Flash any firmwares which you have found in this thread with lastest flashtool, for root, we need to wait Doom
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
almost done :)
[Xperia Z General] hhlong89:
For UB or LB? :D
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
and its done!

my rootkit is now ready and tested to root the new 4.2.2 firmware for Xperia Z on both LOCKED & UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS!!!

it will be released shortly!
[Xperia Z General] saud-33:
Great!! :D
[Xperia Z General] josman91:
Don't worry. You can root with DooMLoRD 's "Super" rooting toolkit. He will have ready very soon:victory:
[Xperia Z General] glitschi667:
flashing the new firmware and waiting for DooMLoRD.... I have just finished a generic "softkey-size-mod cwm-zip-creation script" and would be happy to give it try...

:cowboy:
[Xperia Z General] Aresmar:
Is it true that screenshot option is gone from power menu?
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit v15 released!

now supports rooting Xperia Z C6602/3 JB 4.2.2 FW 10.3.A.0.423!!

regards,

DooMLoRD
[Xperia Z General] sporsk:
Unfortunately yes, I liked that option. Now we have to take screenshots by pressing the volume down and power buttons at the same time for a second or two
[Xperia Z General] guybrush2099:
no problem..I will root again directly 4.2.2 :D (-- THANKS DooMLoRD! -- :D )

my only doubt is.. wipe data or not, on my fw stock 253 rooted :confused:

anyway I think I could flash without wipe..
[Xperia Z General] fildza:
it was 2.47AM 25/6/2103 here at Malaysia, and i was like ready to sleep, but then my finger still scrolling on the xperiablog.net..suddenly! when i refreshed the web page this title came out "Xperia Z’s Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update released" lol!... quickly head to XDA ! THANK YOU for this FTF..will flash it NOW! :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
what is the preset.ta in this firmware?

while flashing there is some writing to the TA partition,does it have new bootloader?
[Xperia Z General] beni8978:
+1

◇c6603
[Xperia Z General] gregland:
Thanks

Verry good
[Xperia Z General] jankhner:
Is there something new if compared To the leak?
[Xperia Z General] Aresmar:
I noticed that too. ? :confused:
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
From a certain moment, Sony PC Companion and Sony Update Service started downloading a fifth firmware FILE_*********, but the Flashtool beta versions ignored that file. Now Flashtool v0.9.11.0 also decrypts this file and apparently 'preset1.ta' is what's inside. I already asked [MENTION=2807379]Androxyde[/MENTION] several times what this file is for, but he ignored that question each time. I guess he doesn't know it himself.

I'm not sure if it's of any use, because if you open it with a text editor, it only contains a header and some zeros. Anyhow, Sony PC Companion and Sony Update Service will probably also flash this file. Maybe it's for future use or something.
[Xperia Z General] nikc0069:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=40630569&postcount=277 If it is all zeroes does it therefore relock bootloader?
[Xperia Z General] Aresmar:
Should we exclude that TA file? Can it damage our TA partition or bootloader lock?
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
No, I already flashed it and nothing happened. If it would damage your TA, then Sony PC Companion and Sony Update Service would also be damaging your TA, because it's downloaded by those programs...
[Xperia Z General] Aresmar:
Ok cool just to be sure. :angel:
[Xperia Z General] sasa3342:
Is it safe to flash this .ftf file?
[Xperia Z General] ZeroInfinity:
Did any have success flashing with flashtool?

I have already made my rom flashable zip and installed through twrp, now I need to install the firmware. I excluded cache, data and system when flashing the firmware but it seems like flashtool does not want to flash at all.

Here is the log:

24/029/2013 20:29:00 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
24/029/2013 20:29:00 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.2beta6 built on 2013-04-21 22:23:00
24/029/2013 20:29:05 - INFO - Device disconnected
24/031/2013 20:31:33 - INFO - Selected C6603 / 10.3.A.0.423 / Generic ES
24/031/2013 20:31:33 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
24/031/2013 20:31:33 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
24/031/2013 20:31:42 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
24/032/2013 20:32:42 - INFO - Device disconnected

After that the device automatically reboots, no idea why.

Would you guys say that this is normal? or do I have to flash system along with data and cache in order for it to flash properly?

Locked Bootloader btw :)
[Xperia Z General] Vaith:
Are u blind ? Stop acting like a child and read sometimes -.-
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Of course it won't work if you exclude SYSTEM. That's the main part of the firmware.
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
I used flashtool beta 4 and it went fine,remove and reinstall it.

No need to include system or anything if you don't want to.
[Xperia Z General] ZeroInfinity:
You haven't read my post properly.

I stated "I have already made my rom flashable zip and installed through twrp" that means I have already installed 4.2.2 via flashable zip (I've updated my rom to 4.2.2 and that is what I have already flashed) so obviously I don't want to wipe my custom rom

[MENTION=4115953]gm007[/MENTION], I'll try rebooting my pc and reinstalling flashtool, thanks :)
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
Try to exclude TA

---------- Post added at 10:44 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:41 PM ----------

Incorrect,you can flash each part separately.
[Xperia Z General] juanmaasecas:
I'm in a .307 for LB monXdified rom right now. What should I do for updating without losing data?
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
It's recommended to do a full wipe.
[Xperia Z General] ZeroInfinity:
Success! including TA partition didn't matter for me, just reinstalled flashtool and everything was great! :D
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Your quote is incorrect - I didn't state that, gm007 did... edit please.
[Xperia Z General] fildza:
im using beta6 flashtool, and i took an option to exclude TA just like you suggest and its working...:good:
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Let me get this straight, the NFC icon does not appear in this version? Still having this problem?
[Xperia Z General] adizntk:
Still no NFC icon in this version mate
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
UK version no NFC icon too ?!?
[Xperia Z General] LitoNi:
some does some doesnt.

just edit the build prop line and bam the nfc icon appears.
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
UK 434 has the icon enabled.