How do I use Sony PC Companion to reset my phone?
The USB cable must be connected only to the PC. Turn off the phone. Press and hold the Volume Down button while plugging the cable into your phone. Once connected, PC Companion will download necessary firmware and will upload it to your phone.
Does Xperia software repair delete data?
When you perform a software repair using the Xperia™ Companion application, the internal storage of your Xperia™ device gets overwritten. Photos, videos, music and documents stored on an external SD card do not get erased during a software repair.
What is Xperia PC Companion?
Xperia Companionis a computer tool box software designed for Sony Xperia smartphones and tablets. You can easily update mobile OS to the latest version, transfer files, backup data and restore with Xperia PC companion.
What is PC Companion and how does it work?
PC Companion contains Xperia Transfer, a tool for moving content from an iPhone to your new Xperia device. PC Companion also offers device software updates, contacts and calendar management, and a backup and restore feature for your phone content (availability of applications depends on your phone and operator).
Can I use Xperia companion to backup and restore my content?
On Xperia smartphones released from 2019 onwards, you cannot use Xperia Companion to restore your content. Please use Google Drive to back up and restore your content. In June 2020, we ended support for the “iCloud backup” function used for transferring data from iOS phones to Xperia smartphones released in 2018 and before.
What version of Xperia is supported on my computer?
Password – sonyxperia Windows version supports Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8,Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. Download Xperia Companion for Mac OS X Mac OS version supports version 10.8 or later with iTunes 11.0 or later version.