Flashing FTF from SGP521 to SGP561?

Discussion in 'Xperia Z2' started by Lkzcgfvf, Nov 8, 2016.

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  1. Lkzcgfvf

    Lkzcgfvf New Member

    Hi guys,

    I have been reading xperiablog and xda forum couple days and still don't have clear understanding situation with firmware for Z2 tablet.
    I have Z2 SGP561 (locked to Verizon) and stuck with 4.4.2 (no root) and want to upgrade it to 5.1 or 6.01 + root
    There is very good article that describes how to flash ANY firmware build for ANY Sony Xperia device
    http://www.xperiablog.net/2016/03/12/install-xperia-marshmallow-using-flashtool-and-xperifirm-guide/
    But it doesn't describe what will happen with device if I flash firmare from another model.

    Can anyone explain - will I brick my SGP561 if I flash it using FTF for SGP521 (Network: GLOBAL-LTE, Version: 23.5.A.1.291 / R3D)
    for example from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/ftf-vmo-ru-ua-kz-t3433098/

    What will be result? Device will loose radio module? or loose some radio bands?
    or FTF doesn't touch radio and I will latest available android with no issues?