Saturday, June 15, 2013

Software Update!! Sony Xperia Sola MT27i to Official Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich.




Software Update!! Sony Xperia Sola MT27i to Official Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich Firmware [6.1.1.B.1.54]

 

 

Xperia™ sola

Note: You may already have the latest software, depending on the date of purchase. Software updates are released at different times depending on operator and country. Therefore, we cannot give you an exact date for when a specific update will be available for your phone

Up to date?

Make sure your device has the latest software so you can enjoy optimal performance and all of its features.

Latest available software: 6.1.1.B.1.54

Release started: 2012-12-03

How to find your device’s current software version:
Settings -> About phone -> Build number / version


Disclaimer : Steps given in this article are risky & can cause damage to your device. You should not try to attempt these things if you are unaware of it. Please follow this guide completely at your own risk. We won’t be held liable if you damage your device while following this guide.

Pre-requisites:
  • Charge your phone at least up to 70% so that flashing process won’t get interrupted.
  • It is highly recommended to backup all your data from internal memory (includes contacts, messages (SMS/MMS), call logs, Internet APNs etc.). Your phone data will get lost after installation of this firmware (excluding External storage).
  • Disable Antivirus solution on your PC.

Procedure to install the newest Android 4.0.4 for your phone (for Sony XPERIA Sola MT27i it is currently the 6.1.1.B.1.54 firmware) 

  • first of all, check your firmware version (if you already have the newest one, you do not need this tutorial)
  • Download Xperia Flashtool from here. We’ll be using it for flashing the firmware.
  • Download Xperia Sola MT27i Official Android 4.0.4 ICS Firmware package (6.1.1.B.1.54) from here .
  • Install Flashtool that you’ve just downloaded in your computer. For the sake of convenience, install it in root directory of C: drive.
  • Navigate to ‘C: –> Flashtool –> Firmwares’ and delete all the data over there if anything is present.
  • Now move ‘MT27i_6.1.1.B.1.54_Global.ftf file in the above mentioned directory.
  • Open Xperia Flashtool. Select Flash option (Black Bolt icon) from the top left corner of the tool (Refer to image given below).
  • It will ask you to select either Flashmode or Fastboot mode. Select Flashmode & proceed further by hitting OK button.

  • On next screen, Firmware selection window will appear. On left side, select ‘MT27i (version 6.1.1.B.1.54)’.
  • In right side of the tool, tick following 4 options (Caution! Don’t tick any other option than 4 mentioned below).
  •  Press OK. Wait for Flashtool to prepare firmware installation.
  • Now, it will ask you to connect your phone. Before you connect your phone to computer, enter into Flashmode on it. To do so, switch off the phone completely. By holding Volume down key, connect it to PC. If done correctly, you should see agreen light’ on the power.
  • After establishing proper connection with the computer, flashing process will start. Firmware installation process may get stuck around 93%, which is normal. It stays there for 20-30 seconds and not more than that.
  • Once you get “Flashing finished” message in Flashtool, remove your phone from PC & wait for it to reboot (It may take more time than usual for booting the device, which is normal. So don’t get panic & be patient).
  • There you go! Android 4.0.4 ICS firmware is successfully installed on your Sony Xperia Sola MT27i. Do let us know how ICS & Glove mode are doing for you. And lastly, if you need any help, just drop a comment below & we’ll be there for you. Enjoy!!!

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