My Sony Xperia M just died

Hi,
I was working with my Sony xperia M as always, and suddenly it just turned off and didn't turn on or charge again.
I hold the power and volume down buttons for 10 seconds, but nothing happened. I also plugged in the usb cable as I was holding the volume down buttom but still no luck.
I take it to the few technicians, and they couldn't make anything out. They can't flash or boot it since it not giving any response. Is there anything that I can do for it? .it has no guarantee so replacing the phone is not an option for me.

I'm living in Iran and there is no Customer service here.
You really should do something about the quality of your phones. It didn't fall down on the floor, and nothing happened to it. It just died and I just waste my money. It would be my last time with sony.

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Complain here against Sony Mobile Malaysia.
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Please see my all trailing emails with Sony.
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: "thesatti" <>
Date: 23 Oct 2014 18:54
Subject: Re: Sony Xperia Contact Center, Service Request: 1-2156320939
To: <[email protected]>
Cc:
Hi Faizal Mohd,
I disagree with the solution you are now providing to me.
As per last telephonic discussion with you,you told me "you are the last person to be in touch",and now to telling me you can't do any thing.
Must read you 2nd last email.
"As spoken, please provide a copy of your NRIC for the cheque. Please take note that we will get back to you on the approval of the refund."
As per your request,I already provided my necessary documents to you.
I am Now waiting for my Re-Fund.
I am simply un-happy with your services and i have reservation on your management decision.
This case is not close yet.
I want your line manager to Call Me Back as URGENT.
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Naveed Shahzad
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Information is not knowledge.(Albert Einstein)
On Thu, Oct 23, 2014 at 5:47 PM, <[email protected]> wrote:
Sony Mobile
Support Sign up Software Update
Dear Mr Naveed,
Thank you for contacting the Sony Xperia support centre.
Thank you for your patient on this case. We regret to inform you that the management have disapproved your request for refund. Please consider these alternative offer, a replacement of Xperia Z1 or you wish to do a top up to Xperia Z2. Please reply us on this.
For the latest news, information and product support please visit www.sonymobile.com.
To learn more on how we can support you, please visit our XperiaTM Care at www.sonymobile.com/support. For further assistance you may also contact us at 1-800-88-7666.
Please be aware that should you not respond within 5 days of this email your query will be automatically closed. Any further communications will not reach our support and a new query will need to be raised.
Kind Regards,
Faizal Mohd
Sony Xperia MY Customer Services
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-----Original Message-----
From:
Sent: 20/10/2014 23:05:10
To: [email protected]
Subject: Sony Xperia Contact Center, Service Request: 1-2156320939
Hello Faizal,
As discussed today regarding to my Sony Xperia Z1 issues(mishandling and 2 times faulty device),kindly proceed for money refund as URGENT.
For processing this request,please find my attached passport copy.
Name : Naveed Shahzad
passport number : #######
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P.S : Kindly reply with turn around time for this process.
cordially
Naveed Shahzad
M:
Information is not knowledge.(Albert Einstein)
On Mon, Oct 20, 2014 at 6:56 PM, <[email protected]> wrote:
Sony Mobile
Support Sign up Software Update
Dear Mr Naveed,
Thank you for contacting the Sony Xperia support centre.
Thank you for your time over the phone. As spoken, please provide a copy of your NRIC for the cheque. Please take note that we will get back to you on the approval of the refund.
For the latest news, information and product support please visit www.sonymobile.com.
To learn more on how we can support you, please visit our XperiaTM Care at www.sonymobile.com/support. For further assistance you may also contact us at 1-800-88-7666.
Please be aware that should you not respond within 5 days of this email your query will be automatically closed. Any further communications will not reach our support and a new query will need to be raised.
Kind Regards,
Faizal Mohd
Sony Xperia MY Customer Services
Contact Us | Legal
Copyright © 2012 Sony Mobile Communications AB. All rights reserved
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* Reader_OTHER_PREIN.apk
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* SENInstaller.apk
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* SENMediator.apk
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* SemcDlna.apk
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* SemcMetadataCleanup.apk
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* SemcMusic.apk
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* SemcMusicVisualizer.apk
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* SemcPhotoEditor.apk
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* SemcVideo.apk
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* ShareApplication.apk
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* SmallApp-Recorder.apk
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* SmallApp-Timer.apk
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* SmallAppManagerService.apk
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* SmallAppWidget.apk
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* SmallAppWidgetLegacy.apk
   /system/app/SmallAppWidgetLegacy.apk
* SmallAppsLauncher.apk
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* SnpAccountManager.apk
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* SnpVideoStore.apk
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* SocialEngineCore.apk
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* SocialEngineFacebookPlugin.apk
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* SocialEngineFacebookShareFrwkPlugin.apk
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* SocialEngineFacebookSharePlugin.apk
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* SocialEnginePicasaPlugin.apk
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* SoundEnhancement.apk
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* SoundRecorder.apk (modified?)
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* URLShortcutSupport.apk
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* WmMediaService.apk
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* XperiaRegistration.apk
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   /datapp/vendor/vendor1/master/app/XperiaRegistration.apk
* YouTubeKaraokePlugin.apk
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   /datapp/vendor/vendor1/master/app/YouTubeKaraokePlugin.apk
* YouTubePlugin.apk
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* Zinio_SonySettingsProvider_app.apk
   /data/app/Zinio_SonySettingsProvider_app.apk
* com.sony.walkman.wmsetup3.apk
   /datapp/vendor/vendor0/master/app/com.sony.walkman.wmsetup3.apk
   /datapp/vendor/vendor1/master/app/com.sony.walkman.wmsetup3.apk
* sony_webkit-res.apk
   /system/framework/sony_webkit-res.apk
There are probably a few files that I removed and did not mention, but there won't be many. I didin't actually start keeping a log of the removals until later in the game, although I recorded as much as I could from my terminal buffer to make the list as complete as possible.
Obviously, if you're going to delete files, I strongly suggest that you keep a log AND make sure you have multiple types of backups (and backups to those backups). I actually had to rely on my backups on multiple occasions while coming up with this list. Again (as in "service not rendered"), we need our bootloaders unlocked so we can actually own the hardware that we have purchased.
Launcher and keyboard:
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The launcher and keyboard that come with the Xperia Tab S ******. On my system, I have replaced them both with the Nova Launcher and the Hacker's Keyboard, resulting in much (much, Much) better functionality and useability! And once those defaults were set, I removed the launcher and keyboard that came with the tablet as well.
Boot Animation:
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As far as the boot animation is concerned, that's easily changed as well. Nothing new here (Google it):
# find -type f -name bootanimation.zip -exec ls {} \; -exec ls -la {} \;
./system/media/bootanimation.zip
-rw-r--r-- root     root       242855 2013-05-19 02:44 bootanimation.zip
Something I need to figure out for my next steps:
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Can I simply build a stock Android system, take stock apks from that build and put it on the Xperia (replace) without any issues?
Can I swap them out whole-sale, or are there any caveats in regards to how far can I go with that?
Any advice of how to further improve this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Solved!
Go to Solution.

These are the issues as I see it:
The Software:
Initially, when I complained about not being able to remove unwanted software, this is what I got:
* "You can disable it in the settings and you won't see the icons."
* "You can root the device and remove the unwanted software, but if you do, then we won't honor the warranty"
We'll look at the logic of these, but first, let's inject a simple analogy -- something I think most people will be able to relate to with ease. Let's say that I buy a house, and I like the house a lot, but there is a toilet in the middle of the living room (I like social stuff that much ). So after I purchase the house, I find out that I cannot remove the toilet in the living room because I don't have the "special tools" to do it. In addition, this toilet has a bit of a valve problem, and it runs constantly.
The first supposed solution was "You can disable it in the settings and you won't see the icons." That's like saying "throw a sheet over it." In this case, disabling it doesn't even mean turning off the water. There's still pipework being used, because cache supporting those apps still keep coming back. So the toilet keeps running, and it gets to the point that it annoys the ****** out of me. Throwing a sheet over the toilet does not fix the problem, nor does it remove the offense from my living room. Not only is this NOT a solution, it's a horrible idea!
The second supposed solution was "You can root the device and remove the offending software, but if you do, then we won't honor the warranty." I'm not big on warranties, and over the years I've discovered that most companies give me so much hassle and additional cost over getting something replaced or repaired, that I'm better off getting another product (usually from another vendor). I personally wouldn't expect Sony to be any different in that regard. That said, I don't care about warranties. Furthermore I don't expect Sony to truly honor a warranty any more than I would expect a previous owner of my house to fix my leaking roof.
In my house, I don't want toilets in my living room. I realize that there may be a lot of people out there who might find this to be of great use and value, but for me, it is offensive just knowing that it is there. More offensive to me, is that I'm told I can not (or even "should not") remove it. But even worse is, "throw a sheet over it." To me, that's right up there with "We don't care so shut up."
So, left with no other choice, I rooted the tablet and took the (most obvious) toilets out of the places where I felt that they did not belong. I don't expect help or tech support from Sony, either and if "throw a sheet over it" is any indication of the help that I might get, then trust me when I say that I don't WANT any help from them.
But that's not even the crux of my frustrations with this whole thing. It's just a side-show.
The Hardware:
Lets get something straight - When I buy a piece of property (whether it be a computer, a motor vehicle or a house), I expect to be able to enter that property in any way that suits me (and the way by which entry was intended is no exception by anyone's reasonable expectation). Furthermore, if that piece of property has the ability to be locked, I fully expect to have the relevant keys, so that I might lock and unlock it on my own and at my own discretion.
With this tablet that I have bought, and therefore I own, I expect to be able to use the front door (the boot loader). It is my property, I hold the bill of sale (the "deed"), and I cannot see how Sony has any moral, ethical, or legal standing to withhold those keys from me, thereby preventing me from entering my own property in a forthright manner.
So far, I've read the following excuses on this forum:
"We do it for your security"
As in "Sony is my savior?" Hmm. Does this mean that if a Sony customer has an unrooted and locked-by-Sony Xperia Tablet S that gets hacked, and their bank account goes dry and their identity is stolen as a result, that Sony will take the responsibility for it, reimburse that customer, and pay any costs to get that persons identity cleared? Of course not. The term "Responsibility" is a two-edged sword, and it cuts both ways. As such, this excuse of taking responsibility of my security reads more like this: "For your security, we will control your house, but if you get compromised, you're stuck holding the bag, because we're not responsible." If that doesn't defy logic, then I don't know what does! This isn't an excuse for security. Instead, it's a lame excuse for control, which provides no safety net. I personally don't want someone who will not be responsible, taking on the role of being responsible for my security. I would much rather be responsible for my own security, thank you very much.
CAVEAT: I do understand that there are people out there who have no concept of security whatsoever and who do really dumb things, so the use of a snake-oil security solution can be beneficial (perhaps to the extent that it will "keep the honest people honest"), but my point is that it's still snake-oil, and it's benefits are far too limited for my taste.
So no, I don't want Sony's snake-oil security solution. I want what is rightfully mine. I want to hold the keys to the device that I have purchased. I want the ability to lock and unlock my own front door at my own discretion, and if possible I want to change the key set so that once I take control of my own device, Sony can't unlock that door while I'm not home. (there's an interesting idea, eh? ).
The other reason I've now heard is that "We do it to protect our proprietary software"
I would love to have a link or a scan of any document from Sony that actually states this.
If that is truly their position, then my response would then be, "Does this mean you do it so that I can't get rid of those toilets in my living room? I won't want them in my living room, I don't want them in my bedroom, I don't want them in my kitchen, on my front porch, or in my den. I don't want your software in my house, and being that this is MY house (as in "I hold the deed"), I'm ordering you not only to get the ****** out, but give me MY keys to MY front door! This house is under renovation!
On getting a refund:
If getting a refund is what Zero wanted, then congratulations to him. If a refund is what you want, then good luck. Do you think Sony will reimburse you for the time you've wasted with it as well? Just a thought.
I'm personally not interested in a refund. I simply want what is rightfully mine.
In fact, if this doesn't get resolved (or the tablet bricks in the process) maybe I'll take it skeet shooting and upload the video. It will at least be entertaining, and the upside to it would be that it couldn't be refurbished and imposed on yet another vict... er... I mean customer.
Final thoughts:
In the end, if Sony will not honor their sales by actually relinquishing the ownership of the hardware that they sell to the person holding the bill of sale, then at the very LEAST, they should start placing on their products warnings labels for future potential customers, enabling them to understand what they are actually buying, and what they are actually NOT buying -- Some type of "Brooklyn-Bridge" or "Bully" Buyer-beware warning should suffice, I think. If they do not do this, then I can definitely foresee customers being forced to go before a judge in order to actually take ownership of the property that they have purchased -- and that CAN'T be good for business. (Just sayin')

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I'm sorry to say this but two points First On the same link Warranties are only available within 365 days of the purchase date of the product. Just enter the date and we will determine if you quality. Second the Z1s it's not sold on the website as it's a Tmobile phone, perhaps they, Tmobile, can guide you on this. http://store.sony.com/unlocked-android-smartphones/cat-27-catid-Android-Smartphone

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I've just got a Sony Xperia J and am having little joy with the headphones. I've done searching and seen lots of posts about it, but I'm still not 100% sure on the situation unfortently.
The phone is CTIA. My headphones are CTIA (Altec Lansing Muzx® Ultra - MZX606). I've also tried another pair of CTIA (Skull Candy) headphones with the same result. Both work on iPhones fine, with full button functionality.
Just plug them in - nothing.
Hold down the centre button as you plug them in - Phone acknowledges them being plugged in and sound comes through them.
The next/back/play/answer etc buttons on them have no effect at all.
Why? (Feel free to get technical!). Does the Xperia J even support these buttons? I've looked at the Smart Headset and am concerned if I bought one the buttons still wouldn't work. Plus, I really don't want to buy more headphones as I already have a nice set of headphones with all the buttons I need that I've been using with my previous phone
I really want the buttons working so I can tuck it away safely on my daily commute but easily turn the volume up and down etc, as I have been doing for years on my previous phone.
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I believe the problem might be related to voltage being used. Third party headsets that comes with music controls tends to use other voltage values compared to headsets just having a call key.
Xperia J provides 2V and if the headset requires more you might experience difficulties like this.
This might help you finding a third party headset that is fully compatible with your phone.
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Any experience with iTunes syncing to Sony Xperia Active?

I'm considering getting a Sony Xperia Active only becasue it's more durable than an iPhone, but am curious if anyone has any experience with its syncing to Apple software like iTunes, iMovie, Address Book and iCal?
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Not really any of that from reading the software information. It seems it just does it on a basic file transfer level, not interfacing with any of Apple's actual applications (not surprisingly). Playlists are actually part of the iTunes library, not the media files. While you could add a "playlist" to it by dragging the files to the device, it would just be adding a bunch of files and you would then have to figure out how to get them structured into a playlist format the device understands. There may be third party software packages that go beyond the basic one I linked but you would have to search.
On the calendars and addressbook, again, no interface with Apple's applications. You'd have to export the data into some format the device could then import. Maybe not impossible but certainly not seamless.

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i have just recently purchase a sony xperia z2 and a sony 7000mah power bank.
so my questions is how to check if the mentioned devices are genuine? e.g. by serial code, by certain features? (there are some products that provide a site where you enter your product serial and they will check for genuine)

Hi
If your phone works correctly, develops no faults and the screen doesn't spontaneously crack then I'm afraid your phone is not a genuine Sony.
Seriously though, you can enter the imei number on the xperia care website and it will tell you http://mysupport.sonymobile.com/gb/#/products

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