yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Xperia Z (C6603) Generic ES firmware (.FTF)

Downloaded through Sony PC Companion, decrypted and repackaged by Flashtool v0.9.11.0 (05/06/2013).

Android version: 4.2.2

Baseband: 9x15A-ACEFWMAZQ-30110049-34

Kernel: 3.4.0-gba62870 BuildUser@BuildHost #1 Mon May 27 09:22:25 2013

Build number: 10.3.A.0.423

Phone Software Version: 1269-5309_10.3.A.0.423 GENERIC - user

File System Version: GLOBAL-LTE_10.3.A.0.423

Customization Version: 1270-6697_R4B

Branding: Generic ES (unbranded)

Country: Spain

Pre-installed apps: Adobe Reader, Alarm & clock, Album, Calendar, Camera, Car mode, Chrome, Contacts, Converter, Email, Evernote, Facebook, File Commander, FM radio, Foursquare, Gmail, Google, Google+, Installer, Let's start PSM, LinkedIn, Local, Maps, McAfee Security (12 months), Messaging, Messenger, Movie Studio, Movies, Moxier Pro, Music Unlimited, Navigation, News & Weather, Notes, OfficeSuite Pro, Opera Mini, Phone, Play Music, Play Store, PlayNow, Recorder, Settings, Smart Connect, Socialife, Sony Select, Support, Talk, Tools (Calculator, Backup & restore, NeoReader, Downloads), TrackID, Update Center, Video Unlimited, Voice Dialer, Voice Search, WALKMAN, WhatsApp, Wisepilot for XPERIA, Xperia Link, YouTube

NFC icon: no

LTE/4G icon: LTE

This works on ANY Xperia Z (C6603).

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be rooted.

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be bootloader unlocked.

This does NOT re-lock a SIM unlocked phone (unlocking is ONCE and PERMANENT).

This does NOT unlock your bootloader.

Download:

http://d-h.st/e1B (512.00 MB, RAR archive part 1)

http://d-h.st/TDD (242.23 MB, RAR archive part 2)

Other brandings:

Generic DE

Generic UA

Previous version: 10.1.1.A.1.307

Next version: 10.3.1.A.0.244

Tutorial: how to flash stock ROMs with Flashtool

If this post was helpful, don't forget to click the 'Thanks' button.
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
Include 4.2.2 in the title :D
[Xperia Z General] marvelboy:
nice
[Xperia Z General] sacredsoul:
So it begins.
[Xperia Z General] chesterr:
I never expected this to be this quick, awesomeness. can't wait to flash this.
[Xperia Z General] josman91:
Thanks! 4.2 is coming!
[Xperia Z General] ImAnurag:
Screenshots of 10.3.A.0.423 ?

Screenshots of about phone please ? Please post some ....

And other details, any major changes ?
[Xperia Z General] scorpi786:
Anyone tried it yet? It's the camera improved?
[Xperia Z General] techpal:
I am on monxDIFIED ROM(c6603) locked bootloader,my phone is c6602 so can i flash this .ftf directly on my c6602 ?
[Xperia Z General] SXUsr:
Thanks for posting this in general, where all ftfs should be posted imo.
[Xperia Z General] babylonbwoy:
Merci.

Je connais un Apollo (de belgique) sur Vista-XP c'est le même ?

MOD EDIT: TRANSLATION - "I CAN'T READ THE RULES ABOUT POSTING IN ENGLISH"
[Xperia Z General] iDroid8:
What is the regional difference between this Spanish version and a UK version? I could change the language right? Would there be any missing features? And I can still use a UK SIM?
[Xperia Z General] mlamlam:
Why the kernel is still 3.4? Previously said is 3.6 already.

http://www.xperiablog.net/2013/02/1...eria-z/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
i need screenshot from About Phone!

post it soon so that i can know if the firmware can be rooted :)

i need a better link to download from... mirrors anyone? send me p.m. for better link (mega.co.nz etc)
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
All details from 'About phone' are already in post #1, so no screenshots required ;)

I hope it can be rooted!
[Xperia Z General] poo-tang:
Can anyone tell me if this has the same new file system for internal SD (Sdcard/emulated/0)?

Also has anyone tried a full wipe coming from the leaked beta? Does a full wipe still wipe the internal Sd space for user data?

Thanks in advance.

PS [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION] nice work :) Cant wait for new Doomkernal 4.2.2 and maybe some Gpu overclock? :)
[Xperia Z General] bigbamboo5:
Apollo, would you mind answering this question? Ta!
[Xperia Z General] poo-tang:
What is the regional difference between this Spanish version and a UK version? A) Nothing really except defult lang on lang selection at first boot and maybe some added system apps that dont come with the uk (E.G Moxier Pro) but these can be deleted ,I could change the language right? A) YES Would there be any missing features? A) NO And I can still use a UK SIM? A) YES
[Xperia Z General] DooMLoRD:
great the kernel is compiled on May 27!!!

so i am 99.99% sure that it can be rooted :)

can someone send me the kernel.sin via p.m.?

also please send faster download links via .pm.

guys the server is not working out for me... please send better links via p.m.
[Xperia Z General] techpal:
Can I flash this c6603 rom on my c6602 already running monxDIFIED(c6603) rom?
[Xperia Z General] bigbamboo5:
Mine won't go, either. :(
[Xperia Z General] Andrewtst:
"Swipe up or down to unlock" is FOREVER STICK there in v4.2.2, this is same behavior as previous leak .407 version.
[Xperia Z General] nevrozel:
I believe so yes, if you flash without wipe, then backup and finally wipe and restore. The backup should be the same version.
[Xperia Z General] LitoNi:
i decompiled the apk and it states "3" unlocks to remove the hint. maybe they have added another file now, arghhh why SONY why!
[Xperia Z General] Andrewtst:
Ya, anyway still fine for me, not really bother much about that wording.

What I more bother is SONY did too many warning, example on and off the Mobile Data & unplug after charging, those warning is really nonsense and not needed.
[Xperia Z General] ojkajoj:
What is better, if I flash this firmware without wipe cash and data (just make update) or flash with wipe and setup everything again? I'm without root and locked bootloader.
[Xperia Z General] LitoNi:
LOL i know right. So unnecessary.

But the hint really bothers me alot. Just tried changing the values didnt work. :( imma try another method.
[Xperia Z General] bigbamboo5:
I find it annoying, too.Let us know if you find a way...
[Xperia Z General] xiaopai89:
I found a weird bug, my XZ's navigation bar (the three buttons below) stays in pitch black, doesnt turn to transparent as what I saw in demo. However, the notification bar is transparent. I tried a number of time to reboot my XZ, initially the first 2 mins after reboot the navigation bar is transparent but after a while it turns back to pitch black again.
[Xperia Z General] Aresmar:
Really wow! How do you connect to pc and see the ext sdcard?
[Xperia Z General] jdjta:
The unplug after charging-notification can be disabled... Go to 'Settings > Apps > All'. There you look for 'com.sonnyericsson.unplugchargerreminder' and tap it. Then you can untick the box for notifications (not sure what it's called in english, my phone is on dutch).
[Xperia Z General] Jambu95:
The lockscreen has permanent "swipe up to unlock" text?

This works on any cust no. xperia z?

Does the default launcher scrolling have microlag issues?
[Xperia Z General] Ambroos:
In that case I would do a repair with PC Companion (will wipe your data). It sometimes gets corrupted with an update. Or try switch themes on your phone, might help too.
[Xperia Z General] lancebuks:
Backup and restore works fine. The one I notice is the SDcard isn't recognized so I have to eject and reinsert it before mounting it. I'll speak with [NUT] and see if he can fix it. Not a big deal but something to be aware of.
[Xperia Z General] tjackbjorn:
So it's in there?

Sent from my starship.
[Xperia Z General] StarFcker:
just finished flashing to 4.2.2 but i noticed the transparent nav bar only appear on the stock launcher. How to make it transparent in Nova launcher? is there a setting for it?
[Xperia Z General] dirtyjeff:
First time flashing a Sony device, only just recently upgraded from a Galaxy S - and the flash was really simple.

4.2.2 seems to work really well. Dual Shock support for non rooted phones now! :good:
[Xperia Z General] californicated:
Unfortunately...no
[Xperia Z General] StarFcker:
aww.. that is really too bad :(
[Xperia Z General] Don MC:
Photosphere? No.
[Xperia Z General] cy888:
So the each different region gets different apps?

Which region gets the least amount of "bloat"ware and does it matter? like does some of these apps drain battery or affect anything else in each of these firmware variations?
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
"Bug" with Airplane mode. Sometimes mobile data won't work. Have to cycle a few times.

Might try a full reset. Flashtool doesn't clear everything...
[Xperia Z General] lujo_zgb:
Is it possible to change Gmail notifications to silent?

On 4.1.2 I could have only Gmail silent, with every other notification set to vibrate or sound.

I updated from 4.1.2 to 4.2.2 with no data loss so the settings are the same.
[Xperia Z General] nevrozel:
Zero scrolling lag on default launcher. I did a complete wipe though.
[Xperia Z General] dirtyjeff:
Open up gmail and press the settings button on the top right. Then click "settings" then choose your gmail account. You can change it in there.
[Xperia Z General] nevrozel:
Unfortunately no it's not included.

---------- Post added at 01:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:07 PM ----------

I have a very annoying bug in YouTube app. When playing movie in widescreen there is a black flicker on wither sides of the screen, no matter the movie. I did a wipe and restarted by same happens. Can you replicate please?
[Xperia Z General] Farl Occo:
I have a problem after the download...when i try to unzip the archive, winRAR says "this file is corrupt. Unexpected end of archive." Any solution?
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Did you download both parts? If so, download again. If not, get both parts :D
[Xperia Z General] Farl Occo:
yes i downloaded both parts 2 times, but same error... I have windows XP (it is the first time i have this problem)
[Xperia Z General] cedropol:
Try use newer version of Winrar.
[Xperia Z General] Ionakr:
I'm trying this and i can say that is pure awesomeness!!!! Fast, 0 lag, better camera quality. But i miss the old lock screen :( there's not a walkman widget for the lockscreen and for the camera, you must first slide to right, then click for open the camera... i don't really like this... There's some lockscreeen option in the menù?
[Xperia Z General] Nfahajan:
I cannot find the developer options :(..Is it me or have i done sth else??
[Xperia Z General] bourne007:
help...i dont have developer option on this firmware... how to enable USB debugging?
[Xperia Z General] jankhner:
this has been answered so many times already. Try to search? Oh well since i started to write this i can answer as well. settings->about phone-> tap build number for 7 times and you'll get developer options
[Xperia Z General] cedropol:
Settings -> phone info -> hit 7 times build number... and it apeears
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Go to About Phone and tap on Build Number 7 times.

Edit: LOL. How many answers? Haha :D
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
That has already been said twice in this thread...

Go to 'Settings' > 'About phone' and tap 'Build number' seven times.
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
Page 11
[Xperia Z General] Nfahajan:
Same here :(

I cant root :(
[Xperia Z General] zoobzone:
How do I capture a screenshot? Previously I used to hold power button until a menu show up, now the option is gone?
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Try holding the power button and volume down together.
[Xperia Z General] zoobzone:
Thanks that worked.

Still prefer the old way, if I don't hold the buttons firmly the volume level would mute itself.
[Xperia Z General] cynomad:
thanx
[Xperia Z General] djnino4style:
Hi guys...

I have bootloader unlocked and cyanogen mod 10.1... can i update this rom with flashtool? Thanks
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
Sure but full wipe.
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Yes. After that, restore your TA backup to relock your bootloader and get the DRM keys back.
[Xperia Z General] djnino4style:
Thanks guys :laugh:
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Guys, It is only my or clear the cache of applications always plenty 12kb?
[Xperia Z General] sahinz:
do i have to unlock bootloader to flash it with flashtool
[Xperia Z General] godsavenger:
NO

you can do it with looked BL

See post 1 :

This works on ANY Xperia Z (C6603).

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be rooted.

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be bootloader unlocked.

This does NOT re-lock a SIM unlocked phone (unlocking is ONCE and PERMANENT).

This does NOT unlock your bootloader.
[Xperia Z General] sahinz:
i have 0.9.11.0-windows.exe, is it good?
[Xperia Z General] dreamville:
Ok, I'm about to flash with flashtool. I know the OP says it doesn't unlock bootloader but would just like to confirm if there is anything needed ticking to make sure it doesn't in flashtool. I'm leaving cache and wipe tic on since I want a fresh new install:confused:
[Xperia Z General] godsavenger:
See post 1 buddy all is written :

This works on ANY Xperia Z (C6603).

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be rooted.

Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be bootloader unlocked.

This does NOT re-lock a SIM unlocked phone (unlocking is ONCE and PERMANENT).

This does NOT unlock your bootloader.

Just do it ;)

---------- Post added at 02:46 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:44 PM ----------

For proper and clean installation, check cache and wipe.

But if you want to keep your data, the upgrade should normally working fine :) (if you uncheck cache and wipe)
[Xperia Z General] Vaith:
Only I have problem with On Screen Buttons? How to fix this stupid bug?
[Xperia Z General] manuabraham:
does it work on c6602?
[Xperia Z General] sahinz:
i cant see any bug
[Xperia Z General] Vaith:
Really? After restart everything is great but when I unlock it and lock again I have unnecessary On Screen Buttons...
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Just uploaded Generic UA. Differences with Generic ES:

Included system apps: Google Text-to-speech Engine, PlayNow™ Store, Torch

Not included system apps: Account Manager, Google Play Music, Music Unlimited, POBox Touch, Xperia™ Chinese keyboard

Included apps: McAfee Security (30 days), OfficeSuite

Not included apps: Converter, Foursquare, Installer, Let's start PSM, LinkedIn, McAfee Security (12 months), Moxier Pro, OfficeSuite Pro, Opera Mini, PlayNow™, Recorder, Video Unlimited

Less frequently updated: never received the 10.1.1.A.1.253 and 10.1.1.A.1.307 updates.

Remark: without rooting, system apps cannot be removed. Other apps can be removed.
[Xperia Z General] Vaith:
EDIT: Now everything works great but it don't change that Sony fw is bugged. SmartKey from GP is making bug like that.
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Nothing is wrong with my FTFs. If you have any problems, do a factory reset or flash again with full wipe. And learn some good manners...

BTW, if there are any bugs in this firmware, then Sony needs to fix them. I cannot do that.

If you're unhappy with this firmware, please downgrade to your old version, thanks.
[Xperia Z General] TrD_:
Hello, as I'm tired of waiting as I haven't even received .307 yet I'm thinking about flashing and was wondering do I need to flash .307 first or can I go straight for this one? sorry if this is a stupid question but I'm pretty new to android and havnt done any flashing before (well, I have but not on android :P )
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
You can go straight to this version. Just untick DATA and CACHE in Flashtool if you don't want to lose your apps and data.
[Xperia Z General] TrD_:
thanks very much :)
[Xperia Z General] toudas:
He had Smart Key installed, that caused the bug.
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
No because he is so smart lol
[Xperia Z General] xiaopai89:
HK firmware has NFC icon just so you know
[Xperia Z General] adizntk:
Well that doesn't change anything really :) still the same features :D
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
NFC also works without that stupid icon. If you really want to see it in your status bar all the time, just root and edit build.prop.
[Xperia Z General] xiaopai89:
Dude, you dont need to click the camera widget to launch the camera, just swipe left and the camera launches automatically

---------- Post added at 03:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:16 PM ----------

I dont know, I read thru a lot of threads, some people just obsessed with the NFC icon
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
[MENTION=5164470]Apollo89[/MENTION]

It is only my or clear the cache of applications always plenty 12kb?
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
Same here.
[Xperia Z General] Jambu95:
anyway to remove the "swipe up to unlock" text?

providing that after flashing this stock ftf
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
No
[Xperia Z General] Richy99:
tried the auto update from sony on this after changing the build prop file and it failed at the end and ended up with the boot loop on the sony screen
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Weird!
[Xperia Z General] guybrush2099:
now I see double apps (because no wipe and two different national pakage apps, I think)..2 calculators, 2 walkmen..and so on...but they can't be deleted, only deactivited
[Xperia Z General] -Chaz-:
I have a problem. I am from Germany

I updated to 4.2.2 with the change in build.prop and sony pc companion. All is fine, no errors. Wifi is working.

But the problem is I dont have mobile data. I downloaded the settings for mobile data in xperia-->settings and also vodafone have send me the settings for it. But i still have no access to internet...

Is it because this ftf is generic spain? I hope someone can help me. :(
[Xperia Z General] Richy99:
make sure that the apn setting is correct and set correctly
[Xperia Z General] hamud.q:
can you share the torch program apk ?
[Xperia Z General] reiszink:
This ROM works great on my Xperia Z, more fluid, less heat in some tasks and the battery seams to last a bit longer.

Many thanks.
[Xperia Z General] Laosx10:
thank you

but for me there is not take screenshot button when press the power button.... or i did something wrong?
[Xperia Z General] -Chaz-:
The apn settings are right, i checked them on the german vodafone page. I dont understand why it is not working. I have sometimes the 3g symbol or gsm symbol on the top, but it dont work...
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Here it is: http://d-h.st/Xw6

It's a system app, so you cannot install it the normal way. You have to extract the ZIP file and copy the files to /system/app on your rooted phone and reboot.
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
Anyone have the same problem ??

Here is ok!
[Xperia Z General] Laosx10:
sorry... how to take screenshot ?

sorry.... i knew it... very sorry
[Xperia Z General] szafa_18:
Screenshot is Vol down + Power ;)
[Xperia Z General] kingvortex:
Firstly, do not ask questions over and over especially since it's only 10 minutes since you asked it before and it's on this very page. Have some patience.

To answer your question; press the power key and volume down together.
[Xperia Z General] Laosx10:
Very sorry for my stupid

i am new for it.

thanks
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
ignore.....!
[Xperia Z General] Nfahajan:
Can anyone please check whether they can see pictures while browsing or I cnt seem to load pictures on playstore??Have I done sth wrng??Does anyone whats the problem and the fix to it??
[Xperia Z General] SuperHanss:
Has anyone managed to flash recovery on .423? I've tried CWM and TWRP but after flashing either one I get a bootloop :(
[Xperia Z General] dhruvzz:
Fastboot the doom kernel from his leaked version rom..it works
[Xperia Z General] Paulikid:
Yes, dual recovery works here (on LB). I used this tool: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2261606

The only think you have to take care of is that you use version 2.5 beta

Swyped from my incredible Xperia Z with Tapatalk 4.
[Xperia Z General] techpal:
It will work on UL bootloaders only. Dont know whether his is UL bootloader.
[Xperia Z General] SuperHanss:
This worked thanks! :)
[Xperia Z General] boyob32:
Embarrassed to ask... How the f**k do I get the music player back as a shortcut on the lock screen??!?!!

Plus I take it we still can't add to the shortcuts when you long press the home key?

Xperia Z
[Xperia Z General] rohit25:
A simple query I am on fxp 225 right now.... Can you please tell me if I need to flash .253 first or I can simply flash this version and restore my ta.....

Thanks in advance
[Xperia Z General] rayblo:
Anyone having this issue??

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2338595

Or willing to solve it for me?

Thx
[Xperia Z General] toudas:
Weird, but it doens't work.

Wysłane z mojego C6603 za pomocą Tapatalk 2
[Xperia Z General] Apollo89:
Did you copy com.sonyericsson.androidapp.torchapp.apk and com.sonyericsson.androidapp.torchapp.obex to /system/app and reboot your phone?

Just installing the APK doesn't work, as it's a system app.
[Xperia Z General] smok.y:
works fine here supersu has ask for right at first start the app, now light goes on and SOS works to.

have u chanced the privileges to rw-r-r for apk and odex files ?
[Xperia Z General] Ionakr:
you'll see it only when you're listening to music :(
[Xperia Z General] toudas:
Thanks, was only rw nor rw-r-r. Now it works great.
[Xperia Z General] BR4DOKYBrazil:
All bloat apps are possible to uninstall?
[Xperia Z General] LenAsh:
Some are
[Xperia Z General] demon2112:
Is the generic NL availible?
[Xperia Z General] gm007:
You are limited to 10 questions per day :p
[Xperia Z General] Ambroos:
Alternative version of the Torch app that can be installed without root, just like any normal APK: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ng9jimgqkyezda3/com.sonyericsson.androidapp.torchapp.apk
[Xperia Z General] scorpi786:
The most weird thing just happened guys. Turned my phone off and then back on my battery went from 25% to 47%!

http://db.tt/IZIsPFrl

WTF?!
[Xperia Z General] SuperHanss:
Mine has been doing this from time to time since upgrading to the leaked 4.2 rom.

It usually happens after I've flashed something in CWM/TWRP and then after about half an hour the battery will be back at its normal level.

Does anyone know why this is?
[Xperia Z General] warface:
Got it working. Got the apk from another source.

(Getting a Parse Error when I try to install.

Stock .423, unrooted, locked BL.Tried downloading three times, no joy.)

Sent from my Nexus 7™
[Xperia Z General] zaynal:
Did a fresh install last night (wipe everything), and I noticed I got the NFC icon.
[Xperia Z General] LitoNi:
yo bamboo! finally found a way to remove the unlock msg! :victory:

Go here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=42958140#post42958140
[Xperia Z General] slim207rc:
Anybody here able to help? I'm on win xp home.

Trying to flash this but phone won't go into flash mode :( got all drivers installed like always, got the latest flashtool, it's just not happening :(

Green led just flashes up a split second.and then pc says it can't recognize usb device.

Haven't got that issue in fastboot mode though!

Help, please!!!!:(:(:(
[Xperia Z General] aprilius20:
Noob questions, please excuse me.

I'm in Malaysia- 4.2 hasn't hit PC companion or Update Service yet.

Thinking of flashing this Spain version, but once 4.2 comes out in Malaysia, I plan on switching to that version.

1) Is it possible to do that via PC Companion? Or will PC Companion see that I'm using Spain 4.2, and say "you already have the latest firmware"?

2) If yes, Will it be possible to force it to update to Malaysia 4.2 via PC Companion or Update Service?
[Xperia Z General] xhao1108:
same thing happened to me on a PC, just pop (remove) the sd card and try again.
[Xperia Z General] greglord:
Question:

Currently running DoomLord's leaked 407 version (with CWM, rooted, on unlocked bootloader!). If I change build.prop ro.semc.version.cust to some EU number that PC companion will recognize that there's update available, will that work- i mean, the update over PC companion?

What about this option:

If I update my 407 version with this one using flashtool, will I lose CWM?

thank you for answers!