Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (sony-lilac)

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 * orson

How to enter flash mode
Enter Developer options on Android and enable OEM Unlock

Unlock your bootloader by following instructions here: https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/unlock-bootloader/

Hold PWR and Vol+ until the LED becomes blue. Congratulations, you've entered fastboot.

Force power off
Hold [VOLUME +] and power button for several seconds.