FAQs

How to update my Sony Ericsson X10 Mini Pro to Android 2.1?

NOTE: the software and firmware for this upgrade are provided by Sony Ericsson. Installation is not supported by Crazy John's.

Requirements:

  • At least 50% battery charge (Settings > About Phone > Status)
  • A micro USB cable
  • High-speed Internet connection (data downloads are required)

Important: Read all the instructions provided by Sony Ericsson before performing your upgrade.

Recommended: Because the upgrade will perform a master reset on your device it is recommended for you to back up your contacts and any apps you have installed. Sony Ericsson have provided a help page and the "Backup and Restore" app to make this easy for you.

Note: click here to watch a full step-by-step walkthrough on YouTube.

  • Visit sonyericsson.com/update.
  • Select your phone from the list.
  • PC Companion is required. If you don't have this installed on your PC then download it now. Run the file once the download is complete.
  • Select your language then install. Read the Terms & Conditions and click agree.
  • Install MTP, it's 12MB and will take several minutes. Then click Next.
  • PC Companion will finish installing and will then launch and install drivers.
  • When the installation is complete, click Start.
  • Now connect your USB cable first to your PC, then to your phone. When prompted on your phone press "Connect your phone".
  • PC Companion will show "Connected to X10 mini pro".
  • A "New software" message will pop up. Click "Update".
  • Follow all step by step instructions in the update process exactly.
  • After the phone restarts go through the setup wizard as normal. Remember to set up Crazy John's APNs for data connection.
  • Log in to Google Services.
  • Restore using the Sony Ericsson "Backup and Restore" app if required.

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