How to reset phone to its original settings (not the Factory data reset) without erasing user data??

[Maxi_23]

I DONT want to go for the Factory Data Reset option, because it deletes all the installed apps which i managed with great difficulty. Instead I tried for Settings reset, but could not find the PIN for it. I tried 0000 also 1111 but doesnt work at all. Please someone help. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :smileycry::smileycry::smileycry::smileycry::smileysad:

[Uliwooly]

what do you mean by settings reset ?

if you had locked your phone (pin, password, pattern) and you forgot it you have 2 options

try to remember or repair your phone with SUS which will delete everything, there aren't any other alternatives

[Uliwooly · Accepted solution]

Update Service (SUS)

http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/

http://www-support-downloads.sonymobile.com/Software%20Downloads/Update_Service_Setup-2.11.12.5.exe

PC Companion (PCC)

Bridge (for Mac)

Alternatives on How to backup Xperias

http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/36355

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[Maxi_23]

Can I get back all my Installed Apps if I create a back up of my Phone?????

[Uliwooly]

yeah, just log in with your google account and you will get the apps back