Finally it’s a sign or relief for Xperia Ion LT28i and AT&T Xperia Ion LT28h users, Sony has just now officially rolled out android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware. Both Xperia Ion LT28i and LT28h users are reporting the update globally 🙂 Update is available via PC Companion and SUS.
Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware update confirmed in France, Hungary, Ukraine, India and in many other regions across Europe 🙂 Mostly Xperia Ion LT28h users are reporting this update, we have seen a very few users till now with LT28i update.
Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware details
- Phone Model – Ion LT28h
- Android Version – 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
- Baseband Version – 9x00B-SCAQCSZQ-34702090-35
- Kernel Version – 3.4.0
- Build Number – 6.2.B.0.211
Xperia Ion has got the same Jelly Bean firmware build number 6.2.B.0.211 which was rolled on Xperia S, SL and Acro S though it has different hardware.
Update Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h android Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware via PC Companion
Connect your Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h to PC, open PC Companion and look for the notification just like as shown below for the update. If you have got the notification in your region then proceed as per screen instructions.
As it is a region dependent firmware update, you may or may not have got the update notification yet. If you have not got the notification yet, you can manually flash the Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 ftf file.
Flash Manually Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware ftf file
You can flash the below posted ftf files on your locked / unlocked bootloader Xperia Ion ( Both supported ), No need of rooting. Flashing is safe. Still we advise you to back up your data before flashing.
- Download Xperia Ion LT28h android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware ftf file.
Below file extracted from Generic Europe, Cust 1267-1661.
Download LT28h_6.2.B.0.211_FTF.ftf I 499 MB
OR
Download LT28h_6.2.B.0.211 \x28JB_4.1.2\x29_Europe.ftf
OR
Download LT28h_6.2.B.0.211_FTF.rar I 493 MB
Just flash the above file on your Xperia Ion. If you need a handy guide on how to flash then refer the below link. We have uplaoded a guide on “how to flash”. Guide has posted using Xperia P, it is same for every device so refer it.
Guide Flashing STEPS – Manually installing Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 ftf file
Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware chnagelog coming soon, soon we will post more screenshots and the full review.
Early Review / Changelog of Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 came up:-
- 1080p Video capture lagging just like in Xperia S.
- Camera quality improved. No purple effect is seen.
Rooting Xperia Ion LT28i / LT28h Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 firmware
Rooting kit from legendary DooMLoRD, XDA Developer; will be uploaded soon to root the firmware, just wait we will let you know the link of his post as soon as it comes up.
Xperia S got an update Jelly Bean 6.2.B.0.211 and 6.2.B.0.200 full of bugs, we hope it is not the case this time 🙂
If you have updated your Xperia Ion, do get back to us with your comments and review…
No update in India yet LT28i….can i flash this ftf ?
Ion LT28i is it having same bugs like XS JB .211 ?
yes you can
No update in Malaysia, Indonesia yet Ion JB .21 🙁
not update in Hungary…. :/
sir no update till now,my pc companion version is 2.10.165(production 30) and sus version is 2.13.7.201306141231 .I am from vizag andhrapradesh india.how to get update
Where can one get the ftf file for LT28i. g
LT28i not available yet.
you flash the LT28h ftf file on your LT28i, then you will loose the LTE from your phone. And it will show the “LT28h” in about phone section.
Hi everyone, Xperia Ion user here.
I have the LT28i version of the Ion which is the LTE phone.
Can I flash the LT28h ftf using the flashtool? Is it doable or will it be bricked?
Can’t find the LT28i ftf anywhere yet. Only the LT28h
It’s allowable…if you flash the LT28h ftf file on your LT28i, then you will loose the LTE from your phone. And it will show the “LT28h” in about phone section.
folks pls help me out… when i connect my phone in flash mode it says that Drivers need to be installed for connected device. what to do? i installed xperia s for ics driver… pls help me out pls
Updated and Lost LTE function. I guess I screwed up. Wonder if I can get it back?
Nothing is screwed. The facts is Sony has not rolled out yet Jelly Bean for Xperia Ion LT28i yet which is LTE supported.
JB .211 has been released for LT28h only which is HSPA+ version only, so its natural if you flash the software from LT28h you will loose LTE function.
You can exclude the Baseband on the flashtool and i think that way you can still use LTE.
Dose it support arabic language ?
Ive tried using sony PC companion version 210.165 rev30, and it still said that may phone is updated to the latest firmware 4.0.4?
I have also tried the phones update center ,and the new 4.1 update isn’t there either, I’m not sure if the update isn’t out in Australia yet or what?
Hey its not available in india.I have checked on pc companion(LT-28h my phone model)
Yeap I update it with flash tool this is more than awesome Im working with my LT28h Xperia Ion there is no lag and also my battry is not draining any more! it wasn available with pc campanian Im in Iran
Hi Anurag,
I want to flash my Xperia Ion (LT28h , Android 4.0.4, Build Number 6.1.E.3.7)) to install JB 4.1.1. I have some queries
1. Is it possible to take backup of My Xperia Ion’s default firmware before flashing it.?
2. If possible could you please share the details.
3. Also if this flashing fails can we use this backup firmware to restored to the phone ?
4. I believe flashing will not unlock my boot loader( will not root the phone).. Is it a correct assumption ?
5. Whether I will be able to update the official releases if I flash my phone
Hi,
#1 – Yes, If you have updated your device earlier via PCC or SUS, you can back up whole ftf of ICS 4.0.4. ( As files are saved in PC. )
#2 – Yes it is possible, check here how to do – http:// talk.sonymobile.com/thread/35239
#3 – Yes you can restore, Flashing won’t fail.
#4 – Flashing Will not unlock bootloader. Unlocking bootloader is another different process.
#5 – Yes you will be able to get official updates in future.
hi, i want to flash my xperia Ion LT28h but I was confused as you mentioned that flashing won’t unlocked my bootloader but in the tutorial it says that It is MANDATORY TO HAVE UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER before I can flash my phone.
Please clarify.
Yes you can go ahead with locked bootloader also…now unlocking bootloader is not required…
ok. thank you so much. appreciate your prompt response.
Do report back after you have flashed ftf…
Xperia Ion is not on the list. please assist…
download this flashtool – http://www. mediafire.com/download/atxkg1ab6d5bw8o/flashtool-0.9.10.2beta6-windows.exe and try again.
That is what I’m using right now and when I open the Flashtool there’s nothing on it. I mean I’m getting a blank page. I tried to uninstall and install it but it’s just the same. Please help.
I have an unlocked AT&T Sony Xperia LT28at phone, can I update it with the firmware for LT28i?
Actually the firmware is officially released for LT28h only…LT28i has not got any update yet…
Check this – https://www.gizmobolt.com/2013/07/09/xperia-ion-lt28i-jelly-bean-6-2-b-0-204-firmware-certified-by-ptcrb/
That’s okay.. I’m even good with LT28i ICS since the AT&T firmware is very irritating with chunks of useless apps.
Can I use the Sony Update Service software to do this?
Yes you can use SUS for this but SUS will give your firmware update if there is an official update for your phone.
My phone goes in the charging mode as soon as it shows preparing files for flashing..
You need to press “Volume down” button while connecting the phone to PC, then Green light will blink indication as flashing mode otherwise red light will blink making phone charge.
It shows the green light first but after some time(when i have pressed the flash and it shows the “Preparing files for flashing”) it goes into the charging mode …
Its happening everytime after a few minutes of connecting the phone…plaese help
Please install your drivers again via flashtool, reboot your PC and phone and then try.
i have the same problem with sahil. i tried it many times but i failed.
i am still having the problem .. can you say me how did manage it?
When i connect in flash mode though SUS it connects normally and doesnot give any error …. but when i connect it while flashtool is opened it gives the error!
It seems LT28i users wont see long-awaited official update? What the reasons of that? may be sony fixes the bugs
That is what I’m using right now and when I open the Flashtool there’s nothing on it. I mean I’m getting a blank page. I tried to uninstall and install it but it’s just the same. Please he
Can’t understand why are you getting an error.
Turn of your antivirus Firewall. then install it. Run the FlashTool64 file…
Send us the screenshot of your error…
I have tried it again. I guess it’s because of the driver of LT28h I can’t install it in my PC. is there anyway on how to install the driver of my phone?
Success… Thank you Mr. Anurag 🙂
keep sharing your knowledge 🙂
Good luck and God Bless
How did you manage, i guess you were having issues ? Share your method please…
i just restart my laptop and download the flashtool & ftf file and install them again. Viola… i’m enjoying the taste of jelly bean now without any issues.
Hi,
could you please tell us, what is the different between the three .ftf files listed above?
Please see, there is no difference…they are just 3 mirrors of same file.
i have a mac.. and i think the mirrors only work for windows? How can i update my lt28h ion to jellybean it dosnt show up on ota nor on my sony bridge for mac… any suggestions..
Thanks
Rena
Same problems for me too, installed the flashtool,
1. Ion is not listed in the drivers list, so selected Xperia S
2. when pressed lightening Icon ( flash), my phone changed from glowing green to dark green ( charging mode).
so devise disconnected , hence unable to flash. Plz somebody help me……..
You can always add a device in the list, no issues.
P.S. Phone is to be connected to PC at the very last stage when it is prompted to connect the phone on screen, do not connect the phone to PC before that…Please check steps again here with more detailed tutorial – https://www.gizmobolt.com/2013/06/20/how-to-flash-xperia-s-sl-jelly-bean-6-2-b-0-211-world-india-ftf-file/
please check steps from this link – https://www.gizmobolt.com/2013/06/20/how-to-flash-xperia-s-sl-jelly-bean-6-2-b-0-211-world-india-ftf-file/
Dose this work with a mac or only pc
Do we need an internet connection for flashing?
No flashing from FlashTool don’t require an internet connection.
Installing from SUS or PCC requires.
Installed flash tool but Xperia ION is not available in drivers list, how to add ION in the list, can you please show the screenshot hear.
Please help.
Hi Im new here, but I got some problems with My Xperia Ion LT28i, BN 6.1.E.3.7 . After I copied a film file on that, though the storage said enough space, the file was cracked in between. After i had transfer it on the phone, in the last 10 seconds, it stuck in between and forever stood still. so I had to cancel it.
But the fact is after i check on the MX-play – the player i used to play film. The film still appeared and I could still play it somehow in MX player but sadly some of my music were gone, so i guess the film had cover up some App contents and delete some files to make room.
And after that I couldnt make any call at all. If I log on to the Phone app, and hit any number to make a call, the screen keeps on appearing a white screen and that’s all.
is there anyway to recover only the phone app content? Should I install the software update manually then make a hard reset?But still in my region there is no officially update of LT28i officially yet. Please help me, thanks in advance.
something very wrong has gone with your firmware definitely. please try factory resetting your device ( wipe only settings, not data ) it should solve your problem.
When i try to update my mobile it automaticaly disconecting from flash mode. I installed the flash and fastboot drivers . What to do now . I realy want to update help me…………
hello, well check above a comment from me has been posted with link do try those mentioned steps.
Hi,
( i am waiting around 20 min) Nothing works after
” .. – INFO – Device connected in flash mode”
Applications are hanged (including explorer) and the phone is charging with red LED on.
what could be the issue?
please restart your PC, Reboot phone now try again.
Connect device when you are asked to do so…please once again look at the steps mentioned here – https://www.gizmobolt.com/2013/06/20/how-to-flash-xperia-s-sl-jelly-bean-6-2-b-0-211-world-india-ftf-file/
Above link has detailed steps for XS, just do it same as for your phone…
i have already get notification for JB update in LT28h but when i connect with pc companion then it will show Error in contentio. but my internet connection is Ok.. i am also try to update by Sony update engine my model no are not match there has only
xperia ion
xperia ion lt28at &
xperia ion lt28i
which model ar parfect for lt 28h in Bangladeshi user
plz help me
lt28h has already got the jb update…why don’t you flash the ftf file.
Turn off your pc antivirus firewall and then reinstall pc companion and try again.
Good Day, please my LT28at. I am trying to unlock it but i got unlock code from at&t, and i also bought code from 3 different sources but they all gave me same code which means the code must have been correct. But i could not unlock the phone.
Please i would like to know if flashing the phone with a new firmware of maybe LT28h or i could solve the problem and make it usable with any network or what do you suggest i do because i have called at&t again and they claim the code is correct but phone doesn’t unlock with the code.
Thanks
I really. Didn’t thought. I would face a serious problem regarding the jb. Xs. I bought i for 32k it’s not worth it atall. F.ckin I would have bought. A I phone that tym pls Sony stop makin smart phones if u can’t follow coustomer feedback. N start makin bangles for chakkas n hijras Sony will atleast be respected by the 3rd gender
Have AT&T ion with LTE flashed .211 without baseband. Happy to have JB with LTE, but am getting random reboots. Any thoughts?
random reboots ? that’s weird :/ Are you rooted ???
No, not rooted. Of course also still has locked bootloader. Sucked battery big time for the first couple of days, but ok now. Usually reboots when listening to music.
can be the bug or try flashing again (wiping whole data / settings ).
Hi Bert,
Is the issue solved now? I was thinking to do the same.
HI!
Please, how will I flash my ion and retain the LTE function on ATT ions?
Also, if I am unable to do so, can I retain 3G coverage? I flashed my ion just now and cannot connected to mobile networks!
Try reflashing it again…lte function will not be there if not in firmware…
Done flashing. But now volume up button not working . What to do now …
Hi to everyone,
I have a question: does it is a way to save the downloaded firmware update before to flash it via PC Companion or Bridge?
Cheers,
Yes you can back it up. SUPPOSE you downloaded it via sus then…
Go to my computer > unhide folders (uncheck recommended windows data option) > go to program data > sony Ericsson > update service > db > blob fs > copy the 2 largest files in a separate folder > open flashtool > go to tools/advanced > decrypt files > select those 2 files > flashtool will decrypt them now > label your files > ftf will be created.
Goodmorning!
thanks for getting me back sooner and… for the great reply!
Cheers
hello sir. i’ve done flashing the firmware with my xperia. but when i turn it on. my phone keeps rebooting. at one point,my phone turn on. and i play with it for a while. but then the screen fade away and turn off by itself . please help me sir. what should i do ?
did i made a mistake??
no mistake, it seems, try re-installing the firmware again, do factory reset first…it’s a software issue.
I updated to JB in lt28h. After I updated my mobile hangs( or you can say freeze) between 10 min and i restart it by pressing shut down + volume up button. what should i do. I am getting rid of this. please help me…
try re-installing the firmware again, do factory reset first…it’s a software issue.
I update JB to lt28h, it hangs many time or freezes. can i reverse to ics. please help me……
yes you can just flash back ics ftf file 🙂
Hi,
I’m using xperia LT28h, after upgrading to latest JB 6.2.b.0.211, rear camera quality of my phone is lost, its now worser than a VGA. Is it supported to downgrade my phone to 6.1.E.2.68 version. The camera had very good quality when it had this version of android. please help
it may be a firmware bug, try reflashing the firmware again…if still it don’t works then flash back the old ftf.
Thanks Anurag,
One more help, could you please let me know where i can get a perfectly working 6.1.E.2.68 firmware for download.
Thanks in advance
Hi All,
I have been reading all the forums regarding lt28at ,
I have few questions.
My Phone is LT28at unlocked. What if I reset my phone to factory settings .Will it go for normal stage or will that go to locked AT&T factory settings.
Also if I try to flash lt28h jelly bean excluding baseband will the LTE function remain for me.
Please help.
Thanks,
i have updated lt28h from ics to jb using pcc but now i am facing camera problem …when ever i capture a image camera is capturing blurry images …is there any solution for this problem.
plz help me how to unlock xperia ion lt28h .
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can xperia ion will have an update to jellybean 3.0?
Yeah,Xperia ion problem solves,I am hav proproblem with phone. And it is any time I download any music, it does nt supports mmy playing walkway or it tells me cannot play and am big worry about that,so pls I need a solution from u
Is it possible to downgrade the software ? because my video camera in full hd mode is not working properly and also battery is discharging rapidly .
please help ….
Successfully flashed this update on my LT28H Malaysia. Running very good but bit lagging due to insufficient running RAM only left 200+MB.. Thanks you.
Has anyone tried the LTE option in the LT28h Jelly Bean update? Does it work?
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Hi i am using ion LT28at model now my phone running in ICS. If i flash with this LT28h firmware any problem will come in network?? LT28at is support 4G network after i flash it also 4G network will support??
Hello everyone i’m trying to flash my lt28h for JB update but it take top much time after first collection the log said
Connected device lt28h……..china 6.1.E.233
start flashing data after Thar I have to wait more than 3hours for the next step of flashing si battery get low
Pleaz HELP me I have an lt28h android 4.0.4
Hello everyone i’m trying to flash my lt28h for JB update but it take too much time after first connection the log said
Connected device lt28h……..china6.1.E.0.233
start flashing data after That I have to wait more than 3hours for the next step of flashing so battery get low si i wanna know much time thé flash van take or if it’s a problem pleaz HELP me I have an lt28h android 4.0.4
I got 4.4.2 Kit Kat (Cyanogenmod) installed in Sony Xperia LT28H and most of the features are not working. I want to bring the set back in Jelly bean. Please help.
How to downgrade Sony LT28H..Xperia ION