File Extension Library


.SIN File Extension

  • Developer by: Sony
  • Category: System Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .SIN files and how to open them?

Can't open .SIN file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .SIN file.

What is a .SIN file extension?

.SIN file extension is created by Sony. .SIN has been classified as System Files. The format of .SIN file is Binary.

.SIN is Sony Xperia Firmware File

A SIN file is a firmware file used to distribute updates to Sony Xperia smartphones and tablets. It contains data, such as a partition image or kernel image, used to update the Xperia device. SIN files are typically stored in .FTF files, which are flashed on to a device.

Most users will not encounter SIN files since they are distributed in FTF files. However, some users may extract them from FTF files in order to modify and create custom firmware files for Xperia devices. Users can unpack SIN files (version 3, 4, and 5) with the UnSin tool.

Common SIN Filenames

kernel.sin - Contains a compressed kernel image and is stored in an FTF file.

List of all softwares that can open the Sony Xperia Firmware File
Windows
UnSin

How to fix problems with .SIN files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .SIN files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .SIN file format
  2. You need to check the .SIN file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)