Hi,
I'm currently running 4.0.A.2.335 on my Mini Pro,
I've been getting the message to update to .58 for a couple months now, but was waiting to update because I wasn't sure if I was still going to be able to root.
So simple question: update before root or after?
Grtz!
Its not important, important not to use internal wi-fi updater when bootloader unlocked. in any case you must get root after every update, because all data will be removed
swimon said:
Hi,
I'm currently running 4.0.A.2.335 on my Mini Pro,
I've been getting the message to update to .58 for a couple months now, but was waiting to update because I wasn't sure if I was still going to be able to root.
So simple question: update before root or after?
Grtz!
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You cant update your phone to .58 if your phone currently rooted. You need to unroot first then update then reroot back.
So the answer is update first, then root
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Izzy Stinson said:
You cant update your phone to .58 if your phone currently rooted. You need to unroot first then update then reroot back.
So the answer is update first, then root
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Okay, that's clear! Thanks!
RealGunjack said:
Its not important, important not to use internal wi-fi updater when bootloader unlocked. in any case you must get root after every update, because all data will be removed
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My phone is still stock at the moment, so it's safe to use the sony ericsson updater over wifi?
swimon said:
My phone is still stock at the moment, so it's safe to use the sony ericsson updater over wifi?
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That's safe.
For my own information: do you have an AZERTY SK17i, and if so, would you please do me a favour and post your /system/build.prop (after rooting of course, can't access it otherwise) here or in my thread?
I'm looking for the 'generic Belgium' CDA code Currently running a french one but it came with some very irrelevant apps and I have another issue with it.
dryhte said:
That's safe.
For my own information: do you have an AZERTY SK17i, and if so, would you please do me a favour and post your /system/build.prop (after rooting of course, can't access it otherwise) here or in my thread?
I'm looking for the 'generic Belgium' CDA code Currently running a french one but it came with some very irrelevant apps and I have another issue with it.
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Sure, I'll post after I root. (one of these days)
swimon said:
Sure, I'll post after I root. (one of these days)
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Any news? I'd really like to know what the 'generic Belgian' version number is
I think there is one more update SE have also realesed the 4.X.X.X.X.x.62 vesion for the android devices if u want u can update to that also.
Can anybody tell me wat is {phone is still stock} meaning.?
abhishekcal said:
I think there is one more update SE have also realesed the 4.X.X.X.X.x.62 vesion for the android devices if u want u can update to that also.
Can anybody tell me wat is {phone is still stock} meaning.?
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Nothing has been changed yet (phone is not rooted and hasn't been flashed yet). Stock can also mean, 'running SE firmware' as opposed to a custom ROM, regardless how the SE firmware was installed.
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dryhte said:
Any news? I'd really like to know what the 'generic Belgian' version number is
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Rooted just now!
Requested file posted in your topic, sorry for the delay.
Grtz
swimon said:
Rooted just now!
Requested file posted in your topic, sorry for the delay.
Grtz
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Thanks!
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Hi there
is there anyway to Root your 2.3.3 without useing pre-root flashable things i`ve my update with SEUS and dont want flash a pre-root one because ppl say it`s slower than SEUS one.
if u you know how to Tell me thx.
No known root method as of now.
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just flash 2.1 wid flash tool and install a pre-rooted 2.3..
Z3US911 said:
just flash 2.1 wid flash tool and install a pre-rooted 2.3..
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He clearly stated he didnt want to use pre-rooted lol
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Mr Patchy Patch said:
He clearly stated he didnt want to use pre-rooted lol
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but that's the only method that's y i suggested that.
moritd said:
Hi there
is there anyway to Root your 2.3.3 without useing pre-root flashable things i`ve my update with SEUS and dont want flash a pre-root one because ppl say it`s slower than SEUS one.
if u you know how to Tell me thx.
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Hi, I think that what you are looking for is this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1186045
You switch the region of your phone and then SEUS should let u update.
Hint: You can edit the build.prop file using the flash tool, you will need a rooted 2.1 Android thou...
I forgot to tell ya man... I ran into some issues with the GPS using a pre-rooted rom, my phone is overheating due the very same problem...
I do find some things really slow (slower than Cyanogen GB) but is a good rom at the end and I will use SEUS to update my phone as soon as it will becomes available in my country... (México, Xperia X10a)
It was clear in his Title : he wants to ROOT his STOCK ROM (Not xRecovery image)
unfortunaly, there no solution yet... we must waiting our favorites devs here, find an explot to root our precious...
All Existing method are tested (Z4root/X10root/SuperOneClick(All Version)/ FlashTool 2.9.1 / Universal Root )
a solution will be available soon... be patient.
U can install prerooted ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192988
Thol said:
All Existing method are tested (Z4root/X10root/SuperOneClick(All Version)/ FlashTool 2.9.1 / Universal Root )
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Those aren't methods, those are frontend for the rooting exploits, such as rageagainstthecage, GingerBreak, psneuter, etc.
And yes, as of now, there is no exploit that can breakthrough SE's Great Wall of Xperia.
Thol said:
It was clear in his Title : he wants to ROOT his STOCK ROM (Not xRecovery image)
unfortunaly, there no solution yet... we must waiting our favorites devs here, find an explot to root our precious...
All Existing method are tested (Z4root/X10root/SuperOneClick(All Version)/ FlashTool 2.9.1 / Universal Root )
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Just noticed lol...
Well yeah, the only option is to wait a lil more
Yesterday, when went home from a party and was drunk "a little bit" I decided to upgrade to gb. I werent able to mind the rooting problem and so I used PC-Companion to upgrade...
Is there a method to downgrade to stock 2.1?
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PhilWee said:
Yesterday, when went home from a party and was drunk "a little bit" I decided to upgrade to gb. I werent able to mind the rooting problem and so I used PC-Companion to upgrade...
Is there a method to downgrade to stock 2.1?
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
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just flash with FlashTool the same way anyone has done for the last year!
PhilWee said:
Yesterday, when went home from a party and was drunk "a little bit" I decided to upgrade to gb. I werent able to mind the rooting problem and so I used PC-Companion to upgrade...
Is there a method to downgrade to stock 2.1?
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
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flash generic x10i and use flash tool.
Thanks, didn't think that was possible without Root. Will flash pre-rooted 2.3 asap.
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Hey, i just got the 4.0.2.A.0.58 firmware to the Mini Pro SK17i, and what is new on this update?
deoxx said:
Hey, i just got the 4.0.2.A.0.58 firmware to the Mini Pro SK17i, and what is new on this update?
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Please, not yet distributed this version!
Check it out here: http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-mini-pro-sk17/debranding-flash
When available you will be remembered!
Do not create without topic, this is for development!
Gustavo RD78 said:
Please, not yet distributed this version!
Check it out here: http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-mini-pro-sk17/debranding-flash
When available you will be remembered!
Do not create without topic, this is for development!
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i got it on my Live with walkman WT19i today, updated and its much better battery life, new apps such as opera mini and no noise while hd recording..
do you have crt screen off animation in .58 fw
dejanp1 said:
do you have crt screen off animation in .58 fw
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no, but not really bothered, i was much after battery life, performance than crt animation...
Gustavo RD78 said:
Please, not yet distributed this version!
Check it out here: http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-mini-pro-sk17/debranding-flash
When available you will be remembered!
Do not create without topic, this is for development!
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Chill bro, ain't distributing anything. I just want to know what's new.
If the battery is improved, i'm pleased.
deoxx said:
Chill bro, ain't distributing anything. I just want to know what's new.
If the battery is improved, i'm pleased.
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I understand your point, but could have used general section for the same!
With the thought that this is an update on the software, i thought it should go in the Dev section! Sorry if you think it's wrong in any way!
@deoxx
dude where are you from?? & you got this update through seus?
got this from seus SK17A from HOnduras!
hope this update arrives in xperia mini as well
im from the philippines and YES i got this update through pc companion just a fewa hous back. prior to the update my phone is boot loader unlocked and rooted but i didnt loose the DRM's and it has no problems at all...except for one thing..i cant root it..any idea?
ungazz said:
im from the philippines and YES i got this update through pc companion just a fewa hous back. prior to the update my phone is boot loader unlocked and rooted but i didnt loose the DRM's and it has no problems at all...except for one thing..i cant root it..any idea?
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my SK17i succesfully rooted usin' DooMLoRD_v2_ROOT-zergRush-busybox bro
Blacklistest said:
my SK17i succesfully rooted usin' DooMLoRD_v2_ROOT-zergRush-busybox bro
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yeah stupid me!hahaha how did i forget that its zergrush that i used just 4 days ago when i rooted my 4.0.2.a.0.42. rofl
I noticed that sound are little bit different.
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Ok i am using nordic 2 firmware .42 & i found this new update .58 too with pc companion
What changes made this update?
Problem of "electrostatic noise" is still.
Gan,ap prbedaannya stlah update firmware?
Blacklistest said:
my SK17i succesfully rooted usin' DooMLoRD_v2_ROOT-zergRush-busybox bro
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Im having some problem while updating to new firmware , it says unable to install or start software update components,i've tried for 3 times but no luck,anybody experienced this?
Black_jackss said:
Im having some problem while updating to new firmware , it says unable to install or start software update components,i've tried for 3 times but no luck,anybody experienced this?
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This is most likely caused by some firewall or other security problem blocking PCC from downloading necessarily components. Check if you can temporarily disable these and try again. I think that should do it.
Thankyou to solidsnake81 for pointing this out!!
No need to unlock Bootloader
If you revert to .58 or earlier and root, then update via update centre app in your phone the root remains on the phone whilst you are updated to .62 so the result is a rooted .62 firmware
why not post in the original thread instead of making a new one? no offence but there are 1000's of rooting. 62 threads emerging these days.
thought it would of made it easier for people to see, rather than they going through loads of pages to find it out. ive tried several methods but this seems to be the only one that works .... my appologies
Djscarbo said:
Thankyou to solidsnake81 for pointing this out!!
No need to unlock Bootloader
If you revert to .58 or earlier and root, then update via update centre app in your phone the root remains on the phone whilst you are updated to .62 so the result is a rooted .62 firmware
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Is this tested to work? I mean, superuser app can remain on the phone but will not actually work for some instances. Please post some confirmation.
SoloRazr said:
Is this tested to work? I mean, superuser app can remain on the phone but will not actually work for some instances. Please post some confirmation.
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It works.I've used this method several times.
Does this mean your root is actually working after updating to .62 via the Update Center App?
Sorry to sound unconvinced. I just see most posts to have unlocked bootloader to root this new firmware.
UPDATE:
Did not work for me. My phone reboots on the 2nd to the last dot indicator and then says could not install the new firmware after it booted up.
SoloRazr said:
Did not work for me. My phone reboots on the 2nd to the last dot indicator and then says could not install the new firmware after it booted up.
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Thats because you have modify your system. If you root a fresh installed firmware and make no modifications to it, then root will work after update OTA to .62
Sprinter
Is that so. Will try again.
is flashing the firmware is the only way to go back to .58 or is there any other small process
metalrawk said:
why not post in the original thread instead of making a new one? no offence but there are 1000's of rooting. 62 threads emerging these days.
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can u point some?
sony ericssons said:
can u point some?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1455216
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500226
There are so many guides about rooting here on xda on youtube and other forums.Learn to use the search button and how to search on google
SoloRazr said:
Is that so. Will try again.
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Ok, I flashed a fresh .58 firmware, rooted it then updated to .62 over the air and...
it works!
Hi, I have root on .58 but when trying to upgrade to .62 I get error with the application of cellular, Solorazr as you did, what should I do????...
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Sorry to sound unconvinced, but I have flashed .58 firmware before, rooted it, then upgrading it to .62 fw and the root is gone.
rolo143 said:
Sorry to sound unconvinced, but I have flashed .58 firmware before, rooted it, then upgrading it to .62 fw and the root is gone.
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You must update over the air, not with pc companion or seus or any other method like flashtool
T3sla said:
You must update over the air, not with pc companion or seus or any other method like flashtool
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:O How can I update "over the air"?? I dont know how to update via OTA, is it an app or a site like wotanserver?
rolo143 said:
:O How can I update "over the air"?? I dont know how to update via OTA, is it an app or a site like wotanserver?
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No it means update through a wireless connection or 3G.Go on settings>sony ericsson> check for updates.
Wifi download strip but I could not be updated, because this root will move or because some system files? I SHOULD DO?????
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T3sla said:
You must update over the air, not with pc companion or seus or any other method like flashtool
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Really? So that means I'm stuck... When I try to do it "over the air" .. it says "yada yada .62 update available" I click it, then it says "You need a computer in order to update your handset".
kevast said:
Hi, I have root on .58 but when trying to upgrade to .62 I get error with the application of cellular, Solorazr as you did, what should I do????...
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DO this:
Flash a fresh .58 firmware using FlashTool
Root it using DooMlorDs Easy Rooting Kit version 4
Connect to a WiFi or a stable 3G and update via Update Center App on your phone
Done!
Model Number: SK17a
Kernel Version: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build Number: 4.0.2.A.0.62
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
No network/sim locks or anything other than bootloader. Is my phone unrootable? No other threads helped so I thought I would just post a thread with my phones information and ask. Is .62 unrootable or something?
Yes .62 Cannot Rooted Directly,You need to Downgrade .58 and Get Root
Sent from my Xperia Mini using XDA Premium
Demoralised said:
Model Number: SK17a
Kernel Version: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build Number: 4.0.2.A.0.62
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
No network/sim locks or anything other than bootloader. Is my phone unrootable? No other threads helped so I thought I would just post a thread with my phones information and ask. Is .62 unrootable or something?
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You need to downgrade to 4.0.2.A.58 firmware so u can root
Singgih4050 said:
Yes .62 Cannot Rooted Directly,You need to Downgrade .58 and Get Root
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I didn't think you could downgrade with a locked bootloader? I cannot unlock my bootloader either.
Demoralised said:
I didn't think you could downgrade with a locked bootloader? I cannot unlock my bootloader either.
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but it does not matter, you can flash firmware with a ftf extension that you can find here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792 with flash tool
Demoralised said:
I didn't think you could downgrade with a locked bootloader? I cannot unlock my bootloader either.
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You can Downgrade with Locked Bootloader,Flash the older Firmware with Flashtool
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Singgih4050 said:
You can Downgrade with Locked Bootloader,Flash the older Firmware with Flashtool
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Now I cannot use Wi-Fi. I flashed 4.0.2.A.58 Telcel but wi-fi is not working.
Demoralised said:
Now I cannot use Wi-Fi. I flashed 4.0.2.A.58 Telcel but wi-fi is not working.
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all u got to do is root your phone now and then u upgrade again to 4.0.2.A.62 via OTA or flash tool
daydu19 said:
all u got to do is root your phone now and then u upgrade again to 4.0.2.A.62 via OTA or flash tool
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What do you mean by upgrade? Just reflashing 4.0.2.A.62?
Demoralised said:
What do you mean by upgrade? Just reflashing 4.0.2.A.62?
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Yep you can root with the method in this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792 and then you flash to 4.0.2.A.62 firmware again with flash tool or over the air (OTA) on your phone
Demoralised said:
What do you mean by upgrade? Just reflashing 4.0.2.A.62?
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There's also a pre-rooted .62 packed inside a flashable .zip somewhere among the hundreds of tutorials floating around, just make sure you look hard enough, I don't have the link handy at the moment.
Unlock your bootloader and get pre-rooted kernels to avoid this kind of problems.
BTW why not just go with ICS? mine's been running fine with it.
It says no proper root access.
Rooted on .58 successfully, updated to .62 but now it is no longer rooted.
Demoralised said:
Rooted on .58 successfully, updated to .62 but now it is no longer rooted.
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i'm sorry, if u upgrade with flash tool uncheck the wipe user data!!! so downgrade to .58 again then you root and the u upgrade to .62 remember uncheck the wipe user data that is on the right of the flash tool. i forgot to tell u the first time
daydu19 said:
i'm sorry, if u upgrade with flash tool uncheck the wipe user data!!! so downgrade to .58 again then you root and the u upgrade to .62 remember uncheck the wipe user data that is on the right of the flash tool. i forgot to tell u the first time
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Still says no root access.
Demoralised said:
Still says no root access.
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ok then tray using this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26914104#post26914104 it worked for me :good:
daydu19 said:
ok then tray using this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26914104#post26914104 it worked for me :good:
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Just posting in order to confirm this. It worked flawlessly on my XMP.
Please note that your phone will be LAGGING LIKE HELL until you run the second script. This is normal, so don't panic
Pixelado said:
Just posting in order to confirm this. It worked flawlessly on my XMP.
Please note that your phone will be LAGGING LIKE HELL until you run the second script. This is normal, so don't panic
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I'm glad I could help you
daydu19 said:
I'm glad I could help you
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Err, no, you got it wrong, buddy, I did root my XMP with the same method, but it was months ago. I just felt like hitting the thanks button because it's most probably going to solve his problem, thus being helpful
Pixelado said:
Err, no, you got it wrong, buddy, I did root my XMP with the same method, but it was months ago. I just felt like hitting the thanks button because it's most probably going to solve his problem, thus being helpful
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jajajajaja my bad!!!! in that case, thank u for thanking me
Good day, XDA. I'd like to ask help with regards to rooting my Xperia S. I have recently bought this and it got shipped with ICS 4.0.4 and build number 6.1.A.0.45 and I updated its build number to 6.1.A.2.45. I have also unlocked its bootloader successfully. Now I'm having problems on how to root this. I've read certain posts regarding ICS rooting and they all state that it has to have 6.1.A.0.45 build number. But I don't know how to rollback to the previous build number. What should I do?? Please help..
Ciaossu!~
Just flash Advanced stock kernel v14 by arakmar via fastboot.
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
How did you unblock the bootlaoder
itsmarc19 said:
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
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I am in the exact situtation as you. I too bought my Xperia S last week and have updated to the latest firmware. As this is my first Android phone, I have no clue how to move forward.
I would be glad if you post your findings. Thanks.
shadyabhi said:
I am in the exact situtation as you. I too bought my Xperia S last week and have updated to the latest firmware. As this is my first Android phone, I have no clue how to move forward.
I would be glad if you post your findings. Thanks.
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Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
itsmarc19 said:
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
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superuser (root access)
For GB
Harsh7689 said:
Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
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Thanks for the link. but the link you gave is for GB and I am on ICS already. (I know, there is a way to flash to GB but... ) I will better wait for a perfect way for rooting a device with ICS on locked BL installed.
BTW, here
Also, you can never brick your device on LOCKED bootloaders so don't worry
DId he mean unlocked bootloader?
shadyabhi said:
Thanks for the link. but the link you gave is for GB and I am on ICS already. (I know, there is a way to flash to GB but... ) I will better wait for a perfect way for rooting a device with ICS on locked BL installed.
BTW, here
Also, you can never brick your device on LOCKED bootloaders so don't worry
DId he mean unlocked bootloader?
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Yea, i too hope someday someone will develop a way to root so that you don't have to go back to GB !!
Only for unlocked bootloader... here is a step by step I put together using the information gathered from various threads here in XDA.. I have used this very same method for my phone, so it is definitely working.. if you run into any problem like not being able to get into the Fastboot mode, or I missed some file, let me know..
How to root SONY Xperia S LT26i with Official ICS Firmware
bhootnath said:
Only for unlocked bootloader... here is a step by step I put together using the information gathered from various threads here in XDA.. I have used this very same method for my phone, so it is definitely working.. if you run into any problem like not being able to get into the Fastboot mode, or I missed some file, let me know..
How to root SONY Xperia S LT26i with Official ICS Firmware
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Thanks for this bro! I'll try this out later when I get home. Will my data be lost?
So essentially you are just replacing a stock kernel by a rooted kernel. What if I want to go back to the unrooted kernel?
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shadyabhi said:
So essentially you are just replacing a stock kernel by a rooted kernel. What if I want to go back to the unrooted kernel?
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
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Download any of the stock firmware .ftf, extract the kernel and flash it!! You are back to stock
Use the thank button, it's there for a reason
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
Thanks. I got the firmware from xdafileserver and I will root the phone over the weekend.
Sent from my Sony Xperia S
533 sructive
Harsh7689 said:
Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
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THanks mate !!!