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Dog companion. Drivers and software for updating Sony Xperia and connecting to PC

Sony PC Companion is an application that provides rich management capabilities for mobile devices produced by the mobile division of Sony, formerly known as Sony Ericsson. One of the most important and useful tools included in the package is Xperia Transfer. Thanks to it, iPhone users have the opportunity to transfer all the data from their smartphone to the new Xperia device. There is an application management manager with which you can easily install new programs and games on your phone or tablet. Also, there is a function for synchronizing information with a personal computer, allowing you to exchange contacts, calendar events and multimedia data. Data backup is supported in case of loss or damage. Sony PC Companion also serves to update the firmware of Xperia smartphones.

It is worth noting that with such rich functionality, working with the application is quite simple. The program has a well-thought-out interface, accompanied by an advanced system of pop-up tips and several step-by-step wizards that help carry out the most complex operations.

Key Features and Functions

  • there is an application for transferring data from iPhone;
  • has a built-in application manager;
  • allows you to synchronize contacts, calendar and notes;
  • contains a data backup function;
  • makes it easy to manage multimedia content.

Special Requirements

  • Intel Pentium 4 processor with a frequency of 3.6 GHz;
  • 5 GB of free hard disk space;
  • 2 GB of RAM.

Mobile phones are becoming more and more popular, and in terms of functionality they are breathing down the neck of personal computers. Applications for synchronizing data between these devices help to equalize their capabilities as much as possible. One such application is Sony PC Companion. With its help, you can synchronize contacts and calendar of your mobile phone and computer, manage multimedia files stored on your phone using a PC, create a backup copy of data and update software on your mobile phone.

Sony PC Companion is suitable for Windows XP, 8, 7, Vista.

Possibilities:

  • connecting a Sony phone to a computer;
  • transferring files to a new mobile phone from an old one;
  • device software update;
  • manage contacts and phone calendar;
  • creating a backup copy of your data.

Principle of operation:

all you need is to install the program on your PC and connect your mobile phone to it using WiFi or a USB cable. Once the application detects the device (the connection status is displayed in the upper corner of the window), you will automatically be shown all possible functions, the need for updating and synchronization.

Pros:

  • availability of Russian version;
  • You can download Sony PC Companion to your computer for free;
  • data is synchronized using the Google cloud service automatically. All you need to do is turn on the Internet on your phone and computer.

Minuses:

  • Quite high system requirements;
  • Support for phones exclusively from Sony - and not all models.

A useful program for owners of Sony smartphones, thanks to which your phone will always play your favorite music (media control), be up to date (updated software) and with the latest version of the calendar (synchronization).

Analogues:

If your phone isn't XPeria and you can't install Sony PC Companion, don't despair. Download HTC Sync or Nokia PC Suite for HTC and Nokia smartphones respectively.

Sony PC Companion is a computer program with which you can easily manage data on Sony mobile phones.

Features of Sony PC Companion

If you are a Sony phone user, you will definitely find this program useful. It will allow you to control your mobile device by connecting it to your computer via cable. The program's capabilities include creating data backups, synchronizing contacts and calendar with a PC, copying and transferring multimedia files, and even updating phone software.

Using the program

Working with Sony PC Companion does not require any special skills or knowledge of PCs or mobile devices. Just install the program on your computer and connect your phone via data cable or Wi-Fi. And if you own a Sony Android smartphone or tablet, use the Bluetooth connection. The gadget will be automatically detected and a list of all available features will appear in the program window. Also, the presence of a translation into Russian will facilitate the most comfortable familiarization with the program’s functions.

From our website you can always download the latest version of Sony PC Companion for Windows, completely free of charge.

Screenshots

In order to connect Sony Xperia devices to a personal computer in order to synchronize data, download multimedia files and applications to it, and update software, you need to install additional software on your PC. This page contains the most popular programs that will help you do this. As new software is added, the list of programs will be updated.

PC Companion for Windows

This application is a set of utilities that are necessary to connect Sony Xperia smartphones and planets to a computer. In addition to transferring the necessary data to the gadget, using this application it is possible to update the software on the device. Manage contacts, attachments, calendar data, create backup copies of data and also restore them from existing reservations. With Xperia Transfer you can quickly and easily transfer data from Apple devices, Media Go allows you to transfer and manage all your media files.

Update Service for Windows

As of July 21, 2014, support for this application has been discontinued, we use PC Companion! The application works, but will no longer support the latest firmware!

In order for the Sony Xperia device to work better and more stable, it is necessary to update the software. The Update Service will help you do this as quickly and efficiently as possible. With new software versions you will get improved functionality, performance and new features. Even regardless of the version of the installed kernel, regular use of this program will increase the reliability of the gadget. If there are problems with the operation of the device, then updating will certainly help solve them. Before updating, we recommend that you create a backup copy of all data stored on your device. Data stored on the memory card will not be affected!

SonyBridge for Mac

The excellent Sony Bridge for Mac application will allow you to do everything the same as the programs described above: update the software of your Sony Xperia device, synchronize multimedia files from the device directly to iTunes, iPhoto, individual folders on your computer with Mac OS. Transferring files can be done by simply dragging and dropping them. Back up and restore your data.

Drivers for all Sony Xperia models

Flashtool Drivers Pack 1.3 by DooMLoRD – download from Ya.Disk

Other programs

Also, to get root user rights on Sony Xperia, you may need DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit, ADB package and QtADB. You can download and configure them for free, guided by our manuals that were published on the site earlier (links are located below).

Sony PC Companion is a computer program that allows you to conveniently use any phone from this manufacturer, as it allows you to conveniently exchange contacts between devices, synchronize the calendar, exchange multimedia files, as well as update the operating system and work with firmware.

How to flash a device using Sony PC Companion

To install firmware on a portable device from a reputable manufacturer, you will need to select the Support Zone utility on the main screen, and in it the “Software Recovery” item. After this, the program will warn the user that if continued, all data will be irretrievably lost. By clicking on the checkbox next to “I agree,” the user starts the preparation mode, when the program automatically downloads everything necessary. Next you need:

  • Disconnect the device from the USB cable;
  • Turn it off;
  • Press and hold the volume down button;
  • Without removing your finger from the button, connect the device to the cable;

Then the program will automatically switch the phone or tablet to firmware mode and download the necessary software. The phone will turn on and work like new. Of course, when switching to firmware mode, the volume key can be released.

Utilities of the Sony PC Companion package and their capabilities

On the main screen of the program there are five utilities responsible for certain functions of the software product:

  • The Support Zone utility allows you to install firmware on a Sony device connected via a USB cable, as well as update the operating system;
  • By running the Contact Setup utility, the user can make a copy of contacts from the device to the hard drive, and then upload them to the new Sony phone;
  • The compact Media Go application allows you to manage your entire media library, also via a wired or wireless connection;
  • Sync Zone – allows you to synchronize contacts and calendar;
  • The File Manager utility synchronizes with the phone's file system for convenient and seamless management of all its contents;

The program supports two connection options - to your home Wi-Fi network, or via a USB cable. However, you cannot use a wireless connection when using the Support Zone utility.

Sony PC Companion is an excellent assistant for working with Sony devices. Works with any models, automatically detects the connected device, and automatically performs most operations.

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