yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
No.. but I do have whirlpool account with the same nick "kamalmawa" as on XDA and I don't remember the last time I logged into whirlpool forums ;) ... For my understanding HTC one have better speakers compares to Z2. This is due to waterproof seal covering the speakers of Z2. So Sony had to sacrifice some of the speaker loudness to keep the phone IP rating.. I remember someone remove the seal on his Z to find the speaker is way louder ;)
[Xperia Z2 General] Pesetio:
Yes I understand what you are saying, due to it being waterproof the sound will not be as clear. About the loudness though, I saw a video comparison on youtube by btekt and he says the Z2 is louder then the HTC One M8, but the M8 has a clearer sound.

However I still want to do my own tests with my HTC One M7.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Did Optus users receive noise cancelling earphones? Looks like Vodafone package comes with a crappy standard Sony earphones :(
[Xperia Z2 General] Pesetio:
I think Optus users also get creepy earphones, but at least they get a pair of free Adidas shoes.
[Xperia Z2 General] drknezz:
Nah mate, just the regular earbuds. Ive got a pair of MDR-EX210B's which I'll use anyway. Not too fussed about the noise cancellation anyway :)
[Xperia Z2 General] changkho1908:
I just order a z2 from Vodafone today. But they said that box will not include noise cancelling headphones, just standard headphones.

Only Telstra sell z2 with noise cancelling headphones.
[Xperia Z2 General] PabloProuty:
Anyone got the generic au ftf yet?
[Xperia Z2 General] dilema:
I haven't found a reason for the AU generic, as I was able to uninstall all the optus bloat stuff. But to answer the question, no.

EDIT: aside from the possibly quicker updates as being a reason
[Xperia Z2 General] pareshnpatel:
How should I install generic au firmware on my telstra branded Sony z2 device? You should help man!
[Xperia Z2 General] PabloProuty:
True, I don't know what optus is like but Telstra is exceptionally slow at issuing updates so the sooner I can get the generic FTF the better. You will find the updates are far quicker than carriers. I know on the Z1 I'd get updates within hours of the rest of the world.
[Xperia Z2 General] dilema:
Ah telstra, say no more :P I'd say we'll see something soon.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
From my experience with Xperia Z both Optus and Vodafone were pretty quick with updates. Sometimes we even received the Optus and Vodafone versions before the Unbranded version. But Telstra on the other hand takes ages to release an update.

Anyways Sony Xperia firmware aren't network optimized like Samsung firmwares. They all shipped with same Baseband version etc. and comes with only few carrier specific apps which can be easily uninstall. But Samsung firmwares for Telstra have special carrier specific settings such as HD-Voice which you might loose if you don't run a Telstra firmware ;) . So running the Telstra firmware isn't that important with Sony devices . But just in case have a copy of your original firmware saved before you unbrand it for warranty purposes :)
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
Telstra Z2's out yesterday. I purchased outright for $672!

Also if you want to get away from the carrier firmware, just flash the Generic UK. I've been running this on my Z1 from day one and the best of the bunch + pretty good timely updates :good:
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
that's cheap. how's that possible? it's cost $779 even at Kogan. Was it a some sort of a deal for people who singing up contract with them ?
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
Telstra seem always good on outright phones. No specific deal, thats the listed price instore :D
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
I've uploaded a Generic AU 17.1.A.2.55 ftf that I created to the General board. Hopefully the link works as I haven't made enough posts to put proper links in my posts.
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
Downloading it now :)
[Xperia Z2 General] decentgi:
deleted songs

hi I bought the phone from Telstra but it boots up and shuts down with that fugly Telstra logo so I downloaded the generic ftf thanks for that, but the issue I have now is I deleted the songs and pre installed pictures can anyone help with that. I know its not a life or death issue but the phone just feels better with them on when showing your mates lol
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
here you go just uploaded ;)

Pictures

Music
[Xperia Z2 General] Herr Noobien:
Hi guys, do you need to root or unlock your bootloader to flash the generic FTF if you're coming from Telstra firmware? I remember on the old X10 that it wasn't necessary to have an unlocked bootloader.
[Xperia Z2 General] decentgi:
thank you so much

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no I just flashed aussie generic this morning from the Telstra phone I purchased. the battery is already improved
[Xperia Z2 General] Herr Noobien:
Perfect, I'll do the same now :)
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Can you tell me what is your customisation Number before you flash the Generic? Just needs to find out what's the Telstra customisation no is.

Anyone else received a phone from Optus also mind sharing their customisation number? Thanks
[Xperia Z2 General] Herr Noobien:
No problem

1281-1460_R11A
[Xperia Z2 General] dilema:
How do I find the customisation number?
[Xperia Z2 General] Herr Noobien:
Go to the dialer and dial:

*#*#7378423#*#*

then go service info -> software info and you should then see the customisation number in the list
[Xperia Z2 General] dilema:
OK got it.

Optus customization version is 1280-9502_R6A
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Purchased a telstra unit outright and really want to start rooting but dont want to lose my drm keys. Hopefully something soon.
[Xperia Z2 General] Tea-Aholic:
Do you think we should save a ftf of Telstra firmware in case we need to flash it back for warranty? Also is there Hong Kong firmware for Z2 yet? I know that it just got release in HK but if anyone has it please link me? Thanks.
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Happy to supply one. If someone can give me a quick guide on how that be great.
[Xperia Z2 General] _noone_:
Could someone be kind enough to provide a step by step guide to flash stock FTF to Telstra's phone? Is it as simple as using the latest flashtool software and the stock FTF?

Thanks
[Xperia Z2 General] Tea-Aholic:
You have HK or Telstra firmware?

QUOTE=_noone_;52760278]Could someone be kind enough to provide a step by step guide to flash stock FTF to Telstra's phone? Is it as simple as using the latest flashtool software and the stock FTF?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I believe it's the same as the Z and Z1... can anyone confirm?
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Telstra here
[Xperia Z2 General] _noone_:
QUOTE=_noone_;52760278]Could someone be kind enough to provide a step by step guide to flash stock FTF to Telstra's phone? Is it as simple as using the latest flashtool software and the stock FTF?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I believe it's the same as the Z and Z1... can anyone confirm?[/QUOTE]

Does the customisation number need to be adjusted first before flashing the stock rom? I remember with Xperia Z there was a way to change customisation number, but the loophole was closed after recent firmware updates.
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
Its so easy to flash FTF files on Sony phones

1. Download the FTF

2. Install Sony Update Service (installs all the USB drivers)

3. Install Flashtool - make sure its version 0.9.15.0 or later

4. Put the FTF in the c:\Flashtool\firmwares directory

5. Startup Flashtool32 or 64bit depending on your OS

6. Hit the Lightning bolt button

7. Stick with Flashmode and hit OK

8. Select the D6053 firmware and DO NOT CHECK ANY OTHER BOXES!!!!

9. Hit Flash

******* flashtool will prepare the FTF for flashing******** (takes a while)

10. Then it'll tell you to turn the phone off, wait 30 sec, then connect via USB while you hold the volume down button.. I usually plug the USB cable into the phone and during this process hold the volume down and plug the usb cable into the PC/laptop USB port..

Once you do this, it will flash.. The system.ini takes the longest to flash - can take up to 5min depending on your pc so DO NOT get stressed that nothing is happening.

11. Once the flashing is done (IT WILL TELL YOU :p), unplug, turn the phone on and done... :good:

hit thanks if this works for you :)
[Xperia Z2 General] decentgi:
if you go to YouTube and search how to flash ftf using flashtool you will get a step by step should be easy unless your running windows 8.1
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
follow this thread http://xdaforums.com/xperia-z/general/guide-download-firmware-customization-t2311211

Skip the Part A where you change the customization number as you can't do it without root by unlocking the bootloader
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Does flashing this tft have any downsides we should be aware of? Are the DRM keys kept in tact?
[Xperia Z2 General] drakz:
Can someone who has bought one outright from Telstra please tell me, is the bootloader unlockable? Thanks
[Xperia Z2 General] _noone_:
Yes bootloader is unlockable
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Yes confirmed.
[Xperia Z2 General] drakz:
Thanks guys, that's great news!
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
Just incase anyone wants verification that Telstra handsets can have bootloader unlocked
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Only thing you might loose is the contents on your internal SD so do a backup of that. You won't loose your DRM keys unless you unlock the bootloader ;)
[Xperia Z2 General] samethernet:
I have yet to purchase this phone, I was wondering does anyone know where in Melbourne Australia I am able to purchase the Generic Unbranded Version of the phone?
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Just buy the cheapest one you can get from any where then flash the Unbranded ROM. Telstra sell outright pretty cheap
[Xperia Z2 General] samethernet:
Thanks i'm well awhere of that, I would rather buy the Unbranded one as is and not have to worry about flashing as the Phone Variant is slightly different.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
what do you mean by slightly different ?
[Xperia Z2 General] babygau:
I'm going to buy this awesome phone this weekend. Can anyone please confirm that Telstra sell the outright one for $672 and Does it come with the new noise-cancellation earbuds?

Great thanks!
[Xperia Z2 General] Tea-Aholic:
There is no variant in hardware, when you flash it to generic firmware, it is exactly the same as a generic one. Sony is selling for $759, Telstra is $679 so is throwing away $80 a good choice to make?

I got mine from JB-HIFI, they sell for $725 but just tell them to price match Telstra and you can get it for $672 :). Telstra sell outright too, but I hate the staff in my local Telstra shop. No noise-cancellation headphones, but you get by them for around $50 from eBay :)
[Xperia Z2 General] babygau:
Tks bro, so it's still 50$ difference :p I'm going to both place. Telstra normally is not my choice of carrier provider bcoz their plan is pricy. I'm using Vodafone. And I like JBHiFi bcoz they seems to be very flexible with the price policies (not to mention The Good Guy). Let's see how much I could bargain down this weekend :highfive: Really looking forward to own this awesome device!
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
There was an update available message on PC Companion for my brother's Z2 (my source for the generic AU F/W I uploaded) so I downloaded it and installed via PC Companion and it's still showing the version as 17.1.A.2.55.

Did anyone else get this?
[Xperia Z2 General] drup88:
I also got this update but was notified directly on my phone. Didn't go ahead with the update though.
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
Odd

I didn't get the OTA notification even when I forced an update search on the phone before I installed via PC Companion.

I don't know whether to decrypt the files to ftf and upload or not,
[Xperia Z2 General] ozpc:
I wonder how the AU rom be different from the UK rom? I bought my Z2 from mobicity which got their stock from the UK

I wonder if there would be a good AU GPS nav app?
[Xperia Z2 General] _noone_:
I just received an update notice from PCC but after updating, the firmware is still at .55

This is the second time it happened and I notice every time after the "update" the customisation changes from 1281-9715_R4A to R5A and now R6A. Anyone know what this means?

My phone is from Telstra and I flashed stock ROM awhile ago (before getting all these "updates"). Anyone got their phone from Sony with stock ROM receive this "updates" too?
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
My brother's Z2, which is the source of the ftf I created, was bought from the official Sony Store online. It too has been updated to .55 R5A and an update is also now available which I believe would update the phone to R6A like you said.

I found it odd as well since some regions are now going to .402
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
has anyone with AU version of Z2 received 17.1.1.A.0.402 update yet? wonder if they have fixed the annoyingly sensitive touch screen issue with this update...
[Xperia Z2 General] decentgi:
great question!

I would like to know the same thing....
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Just out of curiosity...do you have the generic version?

I have telstra, which people say it's going to take forever to get any update.. :( However, I'm not sure if flashing generic firmware will void my warranty.
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
The latest f/w version for generic AU is still .55 unfortunately

Flashing the generic f/w won't void your warranty. Unlocking the bootloader will void it though. As long as you don't do that, you're fine.

I've done a warranty repair with Telstra with my Xperia Z last year due to some dust under the lens and I had a generic AU f/w on it and it was all fine.
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Cool beans! Thanks for that information! :)
[Xperia Z2 General] changkho1908:
I've sent my z2 to Vodafone for warranty. Something wrong under the front of screen, maybe unglued and the back camera has some dust. I got z2 from 12/05 and after 2 weeks...my z2 got problem.

Vodafone staff talk to me, my z2 would spend 2 weeks for warranty.
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
That's unlucky that you got one with problems :(. Warranty should fix it all up for you :D
[Xperia Z2 General] changkho1908:
have they gave you a new one after warranty???
[Xperia Z2 General] oprelia:
Mine was repaired because the problem only came up after I had it for a few months. Since you have only had yours for only 2 weeks, you might be able to get a replacement. I'm not 100% familiar with our Aust Consumer Protection Laws but I think if it's less than 1 month old you should be able to get a replacement. You might want to check.
[Xperia Z2 General] changkho1908:
i've used a xperia z for 11 months, and it got problem with the power button, gaps at back screen. they gave me another one, and it'a new one, but same week 13w09.

hope z2 too :(
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
I installed the firmware you uploaded last night. (Thanks for the firmware btw :D) I tried the update centre on my phone, but it was saying no update. Today I connected it to my laptop, the pc companion said I had an update...and after the update the version is still the same..:( I was so excited, I thought it was the 17.1.1
[Xperia Z2 General] GavinTan:
Curious is your phone rooted? And what version of Windows are you running to update?
[Xperia Z2 General] Cotton2013:
Telstra Green Ringtone

If at all possible would you be able to upload the Green ringtone from the Telstra branded phone as well.

I made the same mistake and flashed the generic rom and now its gone.

Cheers,
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Nope. Not rooted and bootloader still locked. Windows 8.1

I'm not on the Australian firmware anymore. The German one seems to get the update a lot faster.

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I think you might be able to get it out of the ftf file. I'm not sure tho. Someone on WP (you are from Australia I assume you know that forum) posted a telstra ftf under that xperia z2 general discussion post page 18.

http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-replies.cfm?t=2263495&p=18
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
Bad news for all you guys hanging for 402. I have installed the German Europe Unbranded 402 and the screen sensitivity is still rubbish. Tap to wake is same as 55. Stick with 55 IMO. Not worth changing just yet.
[Xperia Z2 General] Cotton2013:
I think you might be able to get it out of the ftf file. I'm not sure tho. Someone on WP (you are from Australia I assume you know that forum) posted a telstra ftf under that xperia z2 general discussion post page 18.

Thanks for the tip.
[Xperia Z2 General] sharingspider:
Try Installing International US version working pretty ok so far for me
[Xperia Z2 General] DSMB:
I now know the Telstra outright z2 is bootloader unlockable, what about the outright JB HiFi z2?
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
I'm not sure if all JB-HIFI stores are the same...but the one in Rundle Mall, Adelaide has a mobile section, but it's pretty much just reselling Telstra phones/contracts. I assume they are just going to sell you the Telstra version of Xperia Z2 if you ask them for outright. Nevertheless, it doesn't matter whether they sell generic or Telstra version to outright customers.

Look at it this way, even the carrier (Telstra) one is bootloader unlockable, I'm pretty sure the generic version shouldn't have any problem getting it unlocked.
[Xperia Z2 General] cheetah2k:
JB hifi is Telstra. Exactly the same :good:
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
17.1.A.2.55 Vodafone AU

Hey guys here is the stock Vodafone 17.1.A.2.55 FTF

Vodafone AU

17.1.A.2.55
[Xperia Z2 General] Alarum:
I've just got my phone from Optus on Thursday, and already rooted it following this: Guide.

Anyhow, I am not sure if it's related to it, or not, however has anyone of you experienced a change in earphones while listening to music, after receiving a phone call? It's like you've got to press the power button to "reset" or "normalize" the sound (volume, clarity etc) back.
[Xperia Z2 General] Antibacteria:
Did you find this? i have been looking for this for sometime now
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
I'll try to upload the TELSTRA ftf tonight or tomorrow. Will try to extract the ringtone as well ;)
[Xperia Z2 General] Antibacteria:
Thank you
[Xperia Z2 General] Cotton2013:
I manage to get it in the end, but it was not in the most clever of ways.

I convince an Apple loving friend of mine to buy the Z2 from Telstra and he use ES File Explorer to copied and send me the Green.Ogg file.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Telstra Ringtones

here is all 6 Telstra ringtones.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
17.1.A.2.55 Telstra AU

Telstra AU stock firmware

17.1.A.2.55
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
Hi, I have a z2 with vodafone, they current have the 2.55 firmware, do I need to flash the newest 0.402 on mine? or I should wait? cause on vodafone website say they testing 4.4 android not any specific version
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
if you are happy with your version I don't see why you should go through all the troubles to update. I'm on .402. there are just some fixes for bugs. no big difference.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
when my phone cool like 22 degree it can record 4k video up to 4:59 and turn off because it reach 40 degree. I do not record much but is it good enough? something FC happen but not serious
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
I barely use the camera, so I can't personally comment on it. however, I have heard that there had been some improvements on camera overheating issue in .402. I remember seeing someone reported getting longer recording time on 4k mode. but again, I never tried it myself.

You meant camera app Fc or other apps? I get Fc occasionally on some apps. No biggy I suppose.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
It because they mod the room, he record like 4 hour of 4k video and it take 14gb with the temp up to 89 degree :((
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
...89 Celsius? -_-" maybe they meant Fahrenheit?.. wait, I suppose it couldn't be Fahrenheit as that's around 32 Celsius I would say...

anyway I was referring to legitimate improvement some people have reported. not huge improvement I heard, but still something I guess.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
I mean it, let me find the link for you

Here you are

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2777712
[Xperia Z2 General] World Enjoy:
I've uploaded a Generic AU 17.1.A.2.55 ftf that I created to the General board. Hopefully the link works as I haven't made enough posts to put proper links in my posts.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
it's already posted here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2752129 and on this thread . Anyway can you tell me what is your customisation number and where did you buy your phone from? thanks
[Xperia Z2 General] Alarum:
I am assuming no one's facing the issue in this Post?
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Thanks for that...those are some brave people. What's the big deal about 4K anyway? I have yet to see a 4K display around, so I suppose most of those 4K videos will be played at 1080p regardless.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
I think it's purely for ad not too much usage, cause 4k tv now not very approachable. Anyway better had it than none, and I see that G3 doesnt mention it has that heat problem while 4k record.

I currently run 2.55 firmware from vodafone and doesnt get the signal something, dunno why but restart solved the problem
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Yea it's just a marketing gimmick. I'm just glad the noise canceling does work. That's the main reason why I bought the phone.

I had telstra .55 out of box and I didn't have any problem with that firmware other than the hypersensitive screen issue (which is still the same on 402 anyway). I'm on optus btw.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
Sometimes it work somtimes not, I mean the noise cancelling. I call oversea and some say that there are lot of noise in my side with is not happen before with any other network or phone. I just restore my phone by update service cause somtime it not running smoothly as it should be.
[Xperia Z2 General] kamalmawa:
Noise cancelling only works for our ending. It doesn't filter noise from microphone for phone calls you make. What it does is filter your background noise for your headphones. For this your phone uses two built in microphones on your noise cancelling headphones to get the background noise and filter it.

Also have you tried enabling Settings->Call Settings->Microphone noise suppression ?
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
I was referring to the active noise cancellation thingy that only works with the special earbuds, not the microphone noise cancellation which most phones have nowadays anyway.

As the post above suggested, check the microphone noise suspension in the settings. Mine works pretty well.
[Xperia Z2 General] thienvandac:
yeah, I got it but I try the nc13 yesterday at harvey norman and it does not work well.
[Xperia Z2 General] juicejuice:
FWIW, I just got my Telstra Z2 to pick up the 17.1.2.A.0.314 update. I was running stock, locked bootloader, and did the following:

Achieved root (EasyRoot)

Installed BusyBox from Play Store

Installed Build Prop Editor from Play Store

Set build.prop ro.semc.version.cust=1281-9715

Set build.prop ro.semc.version.cust_revision=R1A

Used Sony PC Companion to perform firmware update

This has the effect of de-branding the phone to be Australian Generic instead of Telstra.
[Xperia Z2 General] jeremy.shi:
Actually it could be a lot simpler than that. Just use flashtool to flash the version of firmware you want (eg. Australian generic). you will keep getting updates for the version you flashed on.
[Xperia Z2 General] bacardiandwatermelon:
Holy crap. Just did this, worked as juicejuice said it would. Wow, I really thought this camera over heating thing was hardware related, but my 4k recording time jumped from a max of about 3.5 minutes to 17.42 minutes, and to top it off it didn't even overheat! It ran out of space! Granted it's about 21 degrees in here and not that hot. But wow. You just made my week. Going to do another test to make sure it wasn't a fluke. I too have a telstra z2.