yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z2 General] Isley_:
If you have custom recovery you can't update
[Xperia Z2 General] alinghi100:
I'm waiting that someone port here the .ftf for installing 4.4.4 :P
[Xperia Z2 General] El.Guaje:
Just wait for official roll out. It's near.

When it's rolling out, surely you will get FTF ASAP
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
Notice-

Some users are becoming rude over some silly things

Please stay kind to eachother or mods will start handing out infractions

-Envy
[Xperia Z2 General] AnMobi:
Can i flash the FTF file from philz recovery?
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
Cant flash a FTF from recovery, only flashable zips
[Xperia Z2 General] gregbradley:
Yes you can. As long as its on a locked bootloader.
[Xperia Z2 General] Pumpino:
I don't understand why this roll out hasn't occurred OTA or why we don't have the stock images posted in this thread yet. I just noticed that Vodafone is currently testing the update prior to rolling it out, so if the carriers have received it to test and approve, why haven't we received it on our unbranded devices? http://community.vodafone.com.au/t5...ate-Weekly-Wrap-30th-October-2014/ba-p/372179
[Xperia Z2 General] DriVAnce:
Thanks Alot! Saved me from my soft brick (couldn't do a single thing! boot loop couldn't even get to recovery, but was luckily be able to start flashmode Which saved me! THANK YOU!

Remember those sitting on Win 8 or Win 8.1, When installing drivers. DISABLE driver signature! or else you won't get anywhere <- took me a bit to realize this :) but overall.... 3h~~ from my phone softbricked with 1 option left... not even The red button which u arent supposed to press didnt work! Yeah... it was horribly soft bricked... :)

But thanks for Install directions for the stock ;) Was able to get away with all data lost but HEY! The PHONE ISNT A BRICK!
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
Sonys plan is to get As many devices with the update at about the same time, unlike previously where it took around 6 months ontop of the release from sony to reach some brands

As soon as its released on big Mobile brands we will see it on Unbranded devices
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
You already answered your question: it is being tested :) 4.4.4 is a new subversion not just a bugfix update so I think we'll get bunch of bugs despite the larger testing period... but I still hope we won't! :D
[Xperia Z2 General] _delice_doluca_:
When I look at "17.1.2.A.0.314" firmwares, there is no Turkey on the list. However, when I click on the "all debranded firmwares" link on the top the list includes TR (which I think refers to Turkey?). SO I decided to download that one, but one thing makes me wonder; they all say "customised" in their names. Does that mean they are not stock?
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
Yes, it means customized for that country

Example:Customized UK=England generic firmware
[Xperia Z2 General] _delice_doluca_:
Thanks. One more question, just to be sure; is Tr meaning Turkey? Because I installed this into my Saudi Arabia bought phone but I have no idea what those customisation codes mean (even thought they have changed into 1282-1401_R4A after flashing).
[Xperia Z2 General] sh4d1t0:
What mean the last 3 digits? (R3A, R7A, R10A.....)
[Xperia Z2 General] dkionline:
Review

Branded like Vodafone have up to 30 reviews because of changable Apps. Customized Firmwares have not more than 10, because they have less to include.
[Xperia Z2 General] _delice_doluca_:
I still could not figure how to read and understand these ROMs as a first time Sony, pereviously Nexus & Samsung user. So please bear with my questions.

As far as I understand, there is no ready firmware images or tarz like Samsungs' or Nexus'. Istead users pull the system, data, boot etc. partitions out of the phone once there is a new update and, as they are read-only, it is accepted as stock firmware. (am I right so far?)

So basicly, flashing one of those firmwares through flashtool makes my phone "stock".

However, even thought there is no operator branded firmwares in Turkey, the update checker shows 2 .314 firmwares with two different operators one of them is excatly same with the OP's "unbranded" TR firmware. Flashtool also shows no branded label or anything, only "customised TR " but update checker makes me hesitate.

Long story short, how can I understand the correct ROM to convert my Saudi Arabia bought phone into a Turkey Bought phone?

Thanks for reading
[Xperia Z2 General] nariwing:
1. just download "Customized TR" and flash it with Flashtool. that's all. TR = Turkey. 100%.

2. I'n not sure what is "update checker". If you mean Update Center (or Centre) I heard that there is a second .314 patch. so "0.314 update notification" on "0.314 firmware" is normal.
[Xperia Z2 General] dkionline:
Rollout started.
[Xperia Z2 General] jenge:
23.0.1.A.0.167

Roll out has started. Can anyone make us a ftf???

Flashtool firmware haven't updated yet
[Xperia Z2 General] lee480:
FTF is not uploaded for D6503 yet. It is available for D6502 though.
[Xperia Z2 General] ngotrieu163:
Waiting ftf
[Xperia Z2 General] Isley_:
Waiting TFT too
[Xperia Z2 General] victormartins:
My bootloaded is LOCKED, but I have the custom recovery installed. I'll receive the OTA normally?
[Xperia Z2 General] dkionline:
Unpacked First Firmware Parts.

Here's the Kernel for Devs, maybe they can build first testing Kernels in img.

23.0.1.A.0.167 Kernel zip packed

This is not flashable.
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
Update notifications are out for a bunch of providers and customized versions, but the update isn't rolling yet. Maybe Sony wants a global update this time, not the staged rollout as before.

BTW: customized Thailand was out, but pulled from the Sony servers, so we must wait again...
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
there are alot more entires for the new firmware but there are no actualy avaliable files

there was only about 9 there is about 20 it seems now

lets wait a coulple of days and see

Edit1- Customized Thailand Apears to be new firmware

downloading now

Edit2- Genetic TH is not finished uploading or is only partly avaliable

Edit3- its currently in progress of uploading AT 20mbp/Minuite

this firmware grows about 20mb every time i try downloading, its probably uploading to the sony server right now i assume
[Xperia Z2 General] hussein1:
Android 4.4.4 FTF ROM

Android 4.4.4 FTF ROM:

http://xdaforums.com/xperia-z2/development/sony-xperia-z24-4-423-0-1-0-167-ftf-t2928697
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
please don't create threads for firmwares.. Also wrong section.
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
this is Still 314 firmware by the way

only 314 is avalible, as of this point, you can download 167 but you will still get 314 out of it.

if any 167 firmwares they will show up here on the OP thread if its an Actual one one
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
moved to http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=56514482&postcount=811
[Xperia Z2 General] dkionline:
How much they upped by now?

I see its the biggest part...
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
So If I use XperiFirm it will still only download .314 even when I choose .167 ?
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
yes as of this point.

there is a 167 FTF avaliable from XperiaFirmware website and also a thread which sources from there
[Xperia Z2 General] ryandxter:
here we go I just try to easier your life

D6502_23.0.1.A.0.167-R1B_Customized TH.ftf

for 6502 maybe works on your region too

just hit thanks if I help you :)
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
deleted.
[Xperia Z2 General] kryptoner:
Can you upload D6502 India? I can't download it from Xperifirm

also tagging [MENTION=2607037]hyelton[/MENTION] since he mirrors files, also big thanks to all
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
I'll do so as soon as it's available.
[Xperia Z2 General] Jiyeon90:
torrent link to D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_RU.ftf here
[Xperia Z2 General] GoldPunch:
May ı direct flash on flashtool?
[Xperia Z2 General] Jiyeon90:
yes
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Here are Mirrors on my Server for fast speed :) All hosted on my Server so no limits etc.

D6503:

D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_RU - Credit@Jozinek

D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized_TH

D6502:

D6502_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized_TH - Credit [MENTION=5949707]an3k[/MENTION]

6502_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized_VN

D6502_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized_SG

Also Another Mirror here on my Storage Site:

http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/Sony/Xperia+Z2/

Thanks to everyone! Hopefully soon there will more coming out Cant wait for Generic UK :)
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
I would love to see a Global Firmware

No bloatware

(aside sony apps of course)

It seems sony are listening to their customers a tiny bit more so lets hope they see this

ANYWAY!

random note - im making a Deodexed Rom/Pre-Rooted ill try uploading

if someone can do it quicker than i can then go ahead,i should be done with this in the next 30 hours

(slow computer/Slow upload speed)
[Xperia Z2 General] GoldPunch:
Thanks. I installed RU version successfully.
[Xperia Z2 General] numskull:
Thanks hyelton, got russian version installed, works fine..... except remote play grrrr
[Xperia Z2 General] V4LKyR:
What's the difference between various FWs? I mean what's the difference between Generic RU, DE, UK or etc? Ain't it all the same system? Maybe some apps are different or something? Shouldn't be the language, because you can select any language you want on any FW, I suppose.

So what's the difference really? (Carrier specific FWs aren't included btw)
[Xperia Z2 General] kurk_droog:
Lost it but if I flash this rom wiht Flashtool and I make a backup of the apps..do I loose the pictures on my phone memory or not? ( do I need to make a backup of the pictures aswell? )
[Xperia Z2 General] anirudhks:
I keep Getting session expired after putting in the catpcha :(
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Fixed :)

Remember there's a mirror of those files at the bottom of that post as well :)
[Xperia Z2 General] Desperanto86:
just flash via flashtool and UNCHECK wipes. all your data will save. then you should to flash new doomkernel 7 and install supersu via recovery. thats it
[Xperia Z2 General] Jay01:
If I unlock my bootloader, will that wipe the data off the phone?

Edit: actually do I need to unlock bootloader to install the latest firmware?

thanks
[Xperia Z2 General] Desperanto86:
Unlocking will WIPE ALL (data and phone memory) except SD card.

For last firmware you don't need unlock, just flash ftf via flashtool. You need unlock only for root
[Xperia Z2 General] finoqq84:
Any one has Singapore/Singtel .402 firmware
[Xperia Z2 General] tpcastelli:
One last big question ...to I keep root if I wipe for a clean install?
[Xperia Z2 General] Desperanto86:
after wipe and without wipe you will lose root during flashing new firmware, but with UB you ALWAYS can install custom kernel with recovery and install new root via that recovery
[Xperia Z2 General] domesdkg:
Is anyone aware of the hardware difference between the regional models, and what we can expect in terms of ROM interoperability?

I've seen some great breakdowns for the SGS3, like below, but haven't been able to track anything down on the Xperia Z2...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galaxy_SIII#Model_variants
[Xperia Z2 General] HeartUnderBlade:
Is anybody else experiencing the loader.sin error when trying to flash? I've literally clicked every single search result from google to try to solve this and I installed EVERY SINGLE DRIVER available to no avail. I still run into this problem. Anybody have a solution?

edit: nvm, it suddenly decided to work when I plugged the usb cable into the phone rather than plug the cable into the computer like the instructions says.
[Xperia Z2 General] DMSE84:
how to post ftf file on here

So sorry guys new to this forum so bare with me .i would like to know how to post a FTF file on here thanks in advance :)
[Xperia Z2 General] SwiftSmoke:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2589419

Here u go try this guide, yes it's for tabz but steps are still the same ;)
[Xperia Z2 General] forty two:
Has anybody had any problems with 17.1.1.A.0.402 (both German and Russian unbranded) with the Flickr in the official album?

Mine says: Could not authenticate.

Indeed, the Xperia With Flickr does not exist in all aps, and cannot be added as an account.

It used to work on 17.1.A.2.55...
[Xperia Z2 General] Farik335:
Don't you know, is it possible to flash one of the .402 firmwares on Bell Canada Z2 with locked BL?
[Xperia Z2 General] reignzy:
Depends on what phone model you have. Example:

If you have D6503 do not cross flash .402 with firmware for D6502 and visa versa....I think that's right
[Xperia Z2 General] DooMLoRD:
this is WRONG!

if you choose to WIPE USERDATA then the INTERNAL SDCARD WILL BE WIPED!!!

on newer Xperia phones the internal sdcard (/data/media) is actually a part of the /data partition...
[Xperia Z2 General] nosidefcp:
Does anyone know if i flash another official firmware, is there any chance the "unlcok bootlocker allowed:no" to "yes". I flashed the german one and no changes.
[Xperia Z2 General] hondaguy:
I have a stock bell z2 and I flashed the German generic Rom and it works fine
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
No chance, bootloader and simlock status will not change when you flash these ftfs, only the branding.
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
Yeah, you should be very careful with flashing ftfs and ticking wipe options ;) I corrected the first post.
[Xperia Z2 General] ianhealy:
Looking for UK Vodafone firmware, if anyone has it
[Xperia Z2 General] baaluu:
D6503

Which is the latest for my d6503? I'm from hungary and unbranded. The phone is from Germany I think.
[Xperia Z2 General] anirudhks:
still doesnt work says expired , and the mirrored does not have the SG version
[Xperia Z2 General] dkionline:
Have flashed with Adv Stock Kernel, and rooted succesfully. But have random reboots, because no baseband.
[Xperia Z2 General] GoldPunch:
I agree. I didn't see Remote Play in menu or settings etc. Is that problem only for RU version?

Edit: I found it. It's inside of official playstation app.
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Use Another Browser? Clear Cache? Works fine here. And Yes the mirrored does have the SG Version http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/Sony/Xperia+Z2/D6502/Generic/23.0.1.A.0.167/
[Xperia Z2 General] numskull:
You may have found remote play, but can u use it? I can't sign in
[Xperia Z2 General] GoldPunch:
I cant. C-80F80A01 error code appears. I hope this problem is not related RU firmware :(
[Xperia Z2 General] numskull:
Same here, the playstation app was working but i've not long updated it and now cant sign in to that either. Do you have locked or unlocked bootloader??? Hope not but possibly because of lack of drm?
[Xperia Z2 General] anirudhks:
managed to get it but looks like it says D6502 , but sg does not have D6502 it should be D6503
[Xperia Z2 General] GoldPunch:
My bootloader is locked. I was unlock it past week, then I locked again.
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Its for the D6502 its not for the D6503
[Xperia Z2 General] aatjitra:
Check this morning for D6503

TH Generic

Version 23.0.1.A.0.167/R1B

CDA 1281-1810

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2J1scgrWTIbcS12eTltUlJMcFE/view?usp=sharing
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized DE
[Xperia Z2 General] ruinses:
South Korea also updated

Model: D6503

Version: 23.0.1.A.0.167

Country: South Korea

Provider: unbranded

Customization number: 1281-1983

Link1: https://mega.co.nz/#!7ZMHnbIa!8H81UL-NCpDzReXomhkhfLhw51r585NQC5Rg1YAzW20
[Xperia Z2 General] carlsbad28:
PH Update

Any update for Philippines? Hmmm.
[Xperia Z2 General] ruinses:
[FTF] Sony Xperia Z2(D6503) 4.4.4 / 23.0.1.A.0.167_KR updated

Hi,

Our country is also updated(South Korea, 1281-1983).

No NFC icon.

No My Xepria.

4G signal icon is LTE.

Shutter Sound is forced off.

LINK : https://mega.co.nz/#!7ZMHnbIa!8H81UL-NCpDzReXomhkhfLhw51r585NQC5Rg1YAzW20
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Please do NOT create new threads, please post in the MEGA thread..
[Xperia Z2 General] ruinses:
Philippines also updated.

Check using Sony PC Companion.
[Xperia Z2 General] carlsbad28:
Thanks but looks like the latest firmware on your screenshot is 314
[Xperia Z2 General] ruinses:
Hmm.... Your Customization number is 1281-1790?

Sorry, Philippines is updated only generic version.

Wait a little more, or install the generic version.
[Xperia Z2 General] Haptein:
What is the difference between generic fw's from different countries?
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
The country id and the bloatware it comes with
[Xperia Z2 General] forty two:
I tried to download Customized CE5 (1282-0222) using XperiFirm but it says that "FILE_281771385" is missing from Sony Mobile's server.

Can somebody post this localization FTF or update me on a solution?

Thanks!
[Xperia Z2 General] khrystyan27:
Hi guys!

Where can I download Germany generic .167 firmware? (4.4.4)

I need the .ftf file.
[Xperia Z2 General] sebkri:
Can I use the TW firmware in Europe/Hungary. Baseband, radio, applications, Lte available...?
[Xperia Z2 General] forty two:
---------- Post added at 08:31 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:27 AM ----------

You can use XperiFirm for that. I successfully downloaded and decoded that FTF.
[Xperia Z2 General] online22naveen:
xperia z2 d6502 kitkat 4.4.4 indian firmware

is somebody have a link of new firmware .167 ?
[Xperia Z2 General] ghostofcain:
There's at least half dozen links to various .167 releases in the last couple of pages, no need to have them reposted.
[Xperia Z2 General] kryptoner:
can you please mirror D6502 IN 4.4.4 firmware, it went live an hour ago
[Xperia Z2 General] Cigaras:
D6503 Baltic Generic

Could someone please help me getting the D6503_Customized BAL_1282-0827_23.0.1.A.0.167_R2B in TFT format?

I tried downloading official files with XperiFirm and I got error "WARNING: The file 'FILE_281737819' is missing from Sony Mobile's server and, since it is not needed, will be ignored!" and download ends. Why is it not needed? Today I downloaded all the files needed, however still curious why such strange error message showed yesterday.

I also tried downloading D6503_Customized BAL_1282-0827_17.1.2.A.0.314_R1A, download ended successfully, but I am unable to find information on how to convert it to TFT file, could someone please link me some tutorial or guide, I am unable to find one myself. Found one on XperiaBlog, and again on XDA.
[Xperia Z2 General] randymess:
Thanks for this one bro!!!
[Xperia Z2 General] cruzargel:
any news about customized_PH? or where can I download it manually?
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
I posted that like a page ago.. Lol
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
Firmware is available. I'm currently creating the FTF and will upload it ASAP. Is MEGA working for you?
[Xperia Z2 General] cruzargel:
yes, that would be great. thanks a lot!
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
FTF D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_Customized_PH

Device: D6503

Version: 23.0.1.A.0.167

Country: Philippines

Provider: unbranded

Customization number: 1281-1992

Size: 1.250.527.091 Bytes

Link: https://mega.co.nz/#!8w1EDKQL!cIA9CTraa7a4wOH4CWjTF2MrY4iU565W4vJWJXxYjd8
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
Almost, but you saved me a lot of typing :D Thank you man, you rock!
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
Oh you, stop it :o :D You rock for making the initial collection thread! Since you linked all files to post 811 should I keep the small list (norti style) or the larger one with file sizes, etc.?
[Xperia Z2 General] norti:
The larger one, the first post has the compact list already, thanks ;)

And I'll add all the other posts with 4.4.4 on Saturday, thank you all!
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
I`m working on mirroring them to my server now. MEGA is extremely SLOW, 200kbps downloading on a 1GB up and down connection lol.
[Xperia Z2 General] noshatake:
Guys, can somebody please upload the "Customized GR" ROM?
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
Go back a page and scroll up

Or go to the OP

Someone has already uploaded it
[Xperia Z2 General] noshatake:
There is not the firmware from Greece Customization :/
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
I must have missed it, ill try looking for it in xperia firm if i jave time
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
I have this "Ghosting" Issue horribly when flashing Vodafone DE. I dont think it was there on the RU Generic.

Also Updated some more firmwares on my Storage Site :)

http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/Sony/Xperia+Z2/
[Xperia Z2 General] noshatake:
Thank you, I've tried downloading it from XperiFirm, but it comes up with that error while downloading files... :/
[Xperia Z2 General] Svid:
Device: D6503

Version: 23.0.1.A.0.167

Country: Israel

Provider: unbranded

Customization number: 1281-8401

Size: 1.10 GB

Link: https://mega.co.nz/#!mYsHjSJS!L5TjpZbWELOfwR3y-4FwnBTF_Qei1NNT1nXcYHNQxPM
[Xperia Z2 General] Spectre51:
US Z2

1281-9709_R1B

23.0.1.A.0.167

http://d-h.st/Ada
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
I can download with ~8 MB/s on a 100 Mbps cable. Maybe it's because we both are from different continents and the files are not yet mirrored onto all MEGA servers.

Should I upload the files directly to your mirror? 750 Kbps :)
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
I already uploaded them to my Mirror :) They uploaded in a whole few seconds once I got them downloaded lol.
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
Grrr, these Google Fiber people ... :)
[Xperia Z2 General] hyelton:
Pstt I wish my home connection is 24/2 for a horrible $100 a month it's the fastest they offer. But I have a smaller separate server which runs Ubuntu desktop and I uploading to my main server with that.

But if required to be needed quick files for some people I'll tether my phones Lte connection which is about 18mbps up in my area and use my data plan, I went over this month getting some files upped for the Z3
[Xperia Z2 General] arjun.arora:
I updated my Z2 via PCC. The thing is, I'm not able to find the blob_fs folder anywhere in the program files. I know the update files are there as I've reformatted it a couple of times. I need to create the ftf file. Can anyone help??
[Xperia Z2 General] vitalgrados:
UK unbranded anyone??
[Xperia Z2 General] vv91xv:
Please help

I have windows 8.1 and lattest FLASHTOOL. I open flashtool folder and found drivers for XPERIA Z2, not installed (install failed) why?

Open flashtool and select FTF file, connect my phone and show this:

---Drivers need to be installed for connected device---

How to download drivers for Xperia z2?

Thx
[Xperia Z2 General] lonely2k5:
i used this tutorial: http://www.usoftsmart.com/t237714.html
[Xperia Z2 General] dodjavola:
Hello guys... Just a quick question. My Xperia Z2 has custom number from Hong Kong, but I don't live there. Can I flash any other custom number? Will it brick my device? Thanks in advance
[Xperia Z2 General] vv91xv:
Thx BRO!!! WORK
[Xperia Z2 General] Envious_Data:
It shouldent do,

I flashed German Firmware with different customization number on a UK device :D
[Xperia Z2 General] dodjavola:
Thanks, will try! :)
[Xperia Z2 General] daymon:
Yes and No

:)
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
Wow, that's quite expensive for having full speed at just two days a week. Is it Google Fiber and do they plan to increase to 24/7?

Oh, I totally forgot about my LTE connection. It's also much faster uploading than my cable. Thanks for that hint :)

On Windows XP it should be at

C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Sony Ericsson\Update Engine\db

and on Windows Vista/7/8 it's

C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db

or

C:\ProgramData\Sony Ericsson\Update Engine\db
[Xperia Z2 General] arjun.arora:
Well, that's the strange thing, I can't find the db folder anywhere..
[Xperia Z2 General] an3k:
Then you have to use PCC to update or restore your phone and click Yes when it asks you if you want to disconnect your phone until update is ready. When it asks you to reconnect it just cancel the process and you should have the db directory again.