Software Update for P-05A

Please use your mobile phone’s software update function to update to the latest software. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Information on software updates

Start of update Model Method Update available until Other
February 4, 2010 P-05A Software update February 28, 2013 N/A

Time required to perform software update

Approximately 3 minutes

Details of improvements

This update fixes the following issues:

  • When a certain operation is performed, i-motion may no longer be able to be played.
  • The mobile phone may switch to the outside service area state even if it is inside the service area when used overseas (GSM area).
  • noticeIn addition to solving the issue above, updates also includes other enhancements to make better use of your mobile phone.
  • noticeAll issues to date will be fixed by performing the latest software update.

How to Update your Software

New software is automatically downloaded and overwrites the existing software at a preset time (default time is 3 a.m.).
Updates can also be made as desired by performing the operation below and following the instructions on the screen.
In standby, display "Menu" and select "SET./SERVICE" → "Other settings" → "Software update".
Please refer to the P-05A Quick Guide for Updating Software below or P. 98 to 99 of your User’s Manual for details.

P-05A Quick Guide for Updating Software (PDF format: 231 KB)

Notes

  • Please make sure that the mobile phone battery is fully charged when performing software updates. Otherwise, the update may not be successful.
  • Also note that you should never remove the battery pack while updating software, as it will cause the phone to malfunction.
  • Software cannot be updated in the following cases:
    • noticeWhen the phone’s time and date are not set
    • noticeDuring calls
    • noticeDuring communications, etc.
  • Other functions are not available while software is being updated, though voice calls can be answered while downloading.

See Notes on software updates for other cautions.

  • noticeThe update period may be extended without notice.
  • noticePacket communications charges do not apply to perform software updates.
  • noticeIf you wish for DOCOMO staff to perform the software update, please bring your phone to a repair counter designated by DOCOMO.

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