How do I fix software on my Sony Xperia companion?

How do I fix software on my Sony Xperia companion?

Perform a software repair

1. Download and install the Xperia Companion application on your computer.
2. Turn off your Xperia device then connect it to your computer using a USB cable.
3. On the Xperia Companion application, under Manage your Xperia, click Software repair.

How do I update Sony PC Companion?

When the device is connected via USB, click the Xperia Companion icon. Click Software Update to check for available updates. The update downloads, if available. Click Update.

How do I update my Sony companion?

Once the Xperia device connects to the PC with a charging cable and the Xperia Companion app is open on the desktop, you can press ‘Software update’ to scan for new software updates.

How do I install Sony PC Companion?

Installation instructions

1. Download the DMG image to a temporary folder on your Mac.
2. Open the DMG image and drag the Xperia Companion icon to the Applications folder.
3. Launch Xperia Companion from the Applications folder.

How do I use Sony Xperia companion?

Backup data

1. Open the PC Companion and connect your device to the computer.
2. Scroll to and click Start underneath Backup & Restore.
3. Click Backup.
4. Check the desired content to back up and click Next.
5. Wait while the Sony PC Companion retrieves the phone file system information.
6. Enter a backup name and click Next.

What is Sony PC Companion?

Xperia Companion is a programme for your PC to help manage your Sony Xperia device. This is particularly useful when you want to: Fix a smartphone that does not turn on. Perform a software update. Backup and restore data.

How do I update my Sony Xperia Software?

Select Apps

1. Select Apps.
2. Select Settings.
3. Scroll to and select About phone.
4. Select Software update.
5. Select System.
6. Select Refresh. If your phone is not up to date, follow the instructions on the screen.

What can you do with Sony Xperia companion?

Xperia Companion offers an easy way to install new software updates, but also to perform a software repair – a quick and easy way to solve any performance issues. On Xperia smartphones released from 2019 onwards, you cannot use Xperia Companion to restore your content.

Where can I download Sony PC Companion software?

These were sent from John @ Sony support for the Z2 (Works for other models too though). Before you start you have to download the PC Companion software from http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/ and install it on your PC.

What to do if your PC Companion wont recognize your phone?

If you have a problem with drivers (your PC can’t recognize your phone), search in the internet for “S1Boot Fastboot” drivers or use the link below. When PC Companion finished with update process, disconnect the phone and switch it on. Now your phone is in factory condition, with erased custom data and without password protection.

Is the Xperia companion compatible with iTunes backup?

You can still use “iTunes backup” to transfer data from iOS phones to Xperia smartphones released in 2018 and before. In February 2021, we ended support for the following functions of Xperia Companion for the 32-bit versions of Windows. Xperia Companion is available for Windows and Mac OS.