After installation Custom ROM MIUI v5 on Sony Xperia Z, you can optimize the operation of the phone system. As a result, the user will see that energy costs are reduced, the operating time has increased, and the performance of the device has increased several times.
Based on the fact that the firmware is based on Android 4.2.2 OS, the user will most likely doubt its relevance, since custom ROMs for Android 4.3 exist and are available. This opinion is erroneous, since MIUI v5 is considered reliable and a stable ROM that is by no means obsolete.
Like any other unofficial update, you will need to install it yourself. And traditionally at the beginning you will need to get root access to Sony Xperia Z, after unlocking the Sony bootloader. Then we install a custom recovery image (CWM will do), and save all the main files and settings in backups. The MIUI v5 installation procedure will require an action such as a wipe, which means the inevitability of losing all the information that is stored on the Xperia Z.
Pay special attention to the fact that once you get root access, you also lose the warranty on your phone. There is, of course, a way to restore it, which returns the state to the factory one. How it's done? You just need to download and install the latest official version OS updates.
Important details in installation:
To install MIUI v5 on Xperia phone Z The user will need a smartphone, PC and USB cable for connection.
On your smartphone and computer, deactivate all security features.
On your phone, launch the USB Debugging option.
Charge your phone.
Procedure completed. Now you can start installing custom ROM "and MIUI v5, suitable for Sony Xperia Z.
Firmware Sony Xperia Z custom ROM MIUI v5
2. Download Gapps(Google apps).
3. Place these files on your desktop and leave them packed.
4. Connect your smartphone to PC with via USB cable.
5. Send both of the above files to your phone's memory card.
6. Disconnect the USB cable.
7. Turn off your smartphone.
8. Reboot your smartphone in recovery.
9. In the menu, click on the following options: "wipe data factory reset", "wipe cache partition" and "wipe dalvick cache".
10. Go back to the main menu ("+++go back+++" option).
11. Apply the update file, to do this, select the option "install zip from sd card", then "choose zip from sd card" and find MIUI v5.
12. Follow the same process with Gapps.
13. Again go to the main menu and reboot the phone ("+++go back+++" and "reboot system now").
That's all, now there are no secrets for you to install custom ROM MIUI v5 on Sony Xperia Z.
By setting custom ROM MIUI v5 on your Sony Xperia Z, you optimize the operation of the smartphone system. This will lead to the fact that energy costs will decrease, the duration of work will increase and the performance of the device will increase. Firmware based on OS Android 4.2.2, you might think that it is no longer relevant, since there are custom ROMs on, but it's not. MIUI v5- it is stable and reliable ROM which should by no means be considered obsolete.
Since we are dealing with an unofficial update, you will have to install it yourself. For this you need to get root access, pre by unlocking the bootloader. Then you need to install, for example, CWM, and back up all important files and settings. During installation MIUI v5 it will be necessary to make a wipe, so that all your information stored on Xperia Z, will be lost.
Please note that upon receipt root access the warranty on your smartphone is no longer valid. To restore it back, you need to return the factory restrictions. To do this, you need to restore the latest official version of the operating system update.
Here is a list of other important points:
- For installation MIUI v5 to your Xperia Z you will need a computer, the smartphone itself and its USB cable.
- On the PC and device, you must disable all security tools.
- On Xperia Z enable the USB debugging option.
- Also, do not forget to charge your smartphone.
That's all. Now you can start installing custom ROM "and MIUI v5 on Sony Xperia Z. If you have any questions, you can read the universal guide.
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2. Download Gapps(google apps).
3. Place the files on the PC desktop and do not unpack.
4. Connect Xperia Z to a computer using a USB cable.
5.Move both files to your smartphone.
6. Disconnect the USB cable.
9. Select the following options from the menu: " wipe data factory reset", "wipe cache partition" and " wipe dalvick cache".
10. Return to the main menu (option "+++ go back+++").
11. Install the update file. To do this, select the option " install zip from sd card", then " choose zip from sd card and find MIUI v5.
12. Do the same procedure for Gapps.
13. Return to the main menu and restart your smartphone ("+++ go back+++" and " reboot system now").
That's all. Now you know how to install custom ROM MIUI v5 on your Sony Xperia Z.
We were inspired to write this manual by the beginning of the regional update Xperia devices Z3 and Z2 up to new version Lollipop systems. While some are already enjoying the new firmware, others are waiting for it in their region, and sometimes for a very long time. Therefore, it was decided to write this detailed manual on how to flash Sony Xperia using two programs XperiFirm and Flashtool. The firmware process is not at all complicated and the instructions are suitable for all models of Sony Xperia smartphones and tablets. It can be used both to install new firmware, and to roll back to more old version, which is also often needed.
How to flash a Sony Xperia smartphone - step-by-step instruction For example xperia firmware Z2 to Android Lollipop
Before you start, you need to remember - everything that you will do is done solely at your start and risk! The site administration is not responsible for all the actions you have done - this should be understood. Read the instructions from letter to letter and delve into the whole process, be careful. For firmware, there is no need to unlock the bootloader, no need to have root. Also, replacing the firmware in this way does not affect the warranty - warranty service is not lost. Before starting, we recommend creating backup your system.
Preparation process
- Initially necessary: go to Settings - Developer options and check the box next to the desired item.
- Go to Settings - Security and check the box next to "Unknown sources".
- All drivers for your smartphone model must be installed on your smartphone. The best way install all drivers - install the PC Companion program. You can also initially install the FlashTool program and find the most latest drivers in the “C:\Flashtool\Drivers” folder, from where to install them.
Getting firmware with XperiFirm(if you have already downloaded the FTF file of the firmware, you can go directly to step . If not, then follow the instructions below.)
This is just a super application, the developers of which we strongly shake hands with.
The process of creating firmware using Flashtool
- First of all, download the FlashTool program and install it - Link
- To run the program, go to the PC installation folder, which is located in “C:\Flashtool” and run the executable file FlashTool.exe. If the program gives an error, then it may be necessary to clear the contents of the “C:\Flashtool\firmwares” folder.
- After starting the program, open the tab Tools - Bundles - Create
- In the window that opens, click on the button with three dots in the “Select source folder” item and select the folder with the previously downloaded firmware.
- After that, in the window you will see that all the firmware files are loaded into the “folder list”. Tap twice on the hidden field “Devices” to select your smartphone or tablet model.
- Enter in the "Branding" and "Version" fields the values that you need to remember when downloading the firmware.
- Highlight all the files in the “folder list” box and click on the right arrow button to move all files to the “Firmware content” box and click the “Create” button.
- After that, the process of creating an FTF firmware file will begin, which will end with the corresponding inscription. The firmware files will be created and moved to the folder “C:\Users\YOUR_PC_NAME\.flashTool\firmwares\” (the path will be specified in the creation window).
The process of flashing Sony Xperia using FlashTool
Are you interested in How to flash your Sony Xperia Z (C6603) to a custom one or more new firmware? You have come to the right place, because now we will talk about the firmware of the phone.
And so, for the Sony Xperia Z (C6603) firmware, you need to install all the necessary programs and drivers on your PC.
1. Download and install the program through which we will actually reflash our animal Flashtool version 0.9.10.2 beta6 In case of problems with the firmware process, try using Flashtool beta4
2. Turn off antivirus on your computer and install drivers for Sony Xperia: Flashtool\drivers\Flashtool-drivers.exe(in file properties flashtool-drivers.exe set compatibility with whist and run as administrator. AT Windows 8 Flashtool drivers should be installed using Fix Compatibility Issues mode).
During installation, select the following items:
After installation, I advise you to restart your computer, so we avoid the risk of incorrect firmware.
3. Next, you need to copy the downloaded firmware file for Sony Xperia Z C6603 (for example, custom Xperia Z_10.1.A.1.350_RUSSIAN GENERIC.ftf) to the \Flashtool\firmwares\ folder
4. Run FlashTool.exe or FlashTool64.exe, depending on the type of OS installed on the computer (x86 or x64, respectively) beforehand disable antiviruses and firewalls.
5. Turn off the phone and wait 30 seconds for it to turn off completely.
6. With the phone turned off, hold down the “Volume DOWN” key and connect the USB cable connected to the computer. A window may appear for installing drivers for your phone in this mode (FLASHMODE mode)
7. Flashtool should recognize your phone and notify you about it.
8. In the program, press the button with the lightning icon. Select “FLASHMODE”, double-click on the firmware we need (for example, Xperia Z | 10.1.A.1.350 | RUSSIAN GENERIC) (or you can just drag and drop desired firmware in the program window)
9. The program will prepare the firmware for installation in the phone and (possibly) a window will appear asking you to connect the phone. If for some reason you have not yet entered the FLASHMODE mode, do it (Turn off the phone and wait 30 seconds. Hold down the “Volume DOWN” key and connect the USB cable connected to the computer.)
10. After all the actions done, the process of flashing your Sony smartphone
Upon completion of the firmware, an inscription should appear on the screen in the event log window - Flash finished(highlighted in red in the screenshot). After these words, you can disconnect the cable from the phone and turn it on, the whole phone will be reflashed.
