Hello,
I planned on trying some ROMS for the 2.3 Gingerbread and already downloaded some in the Dev area of the forum. I'm currently running 2.1 in my x10i and downloaded the necessary tools for the update. However, then I connected my x10 to my PC and ran SE PC Companion hoping to get the latest drivers for FlashTool. I got a prompt that a new update that is available (which is not surprising considering I want to try 2.3) but was stomped when I saw the software number (for lack of better term).
Now, I'm hesitant on doing an update since this update might mess up my upgrade from 2.1 to 2.3. Could somebody enlighten me on what this update does?
After doing further browsing I found out that this is the baseband update for the 2.3. I don't understand tho why it doesn't come up in the search when I tried the search function of the forum.
Anyway, would it be safer for me to update through PC Companion or do a direct flash since my 2.1 is already rooted?
You want to update to Gingerbread and install custom ROM or just install custom ROM from Eclair?
I'd like a rom that's closest to the stock first before trying any custom roms since I'm just new to Android and wouldn't want to mess up my phone due to me being a noob at this.
I've already downloaded the TEAM rom & some others but would like to see how my phone works with stock then move on from there.
So you should upgrade to Android 2.3.3 first through PC Companion, try it for few days and learn how Android works. Then you can install custom ROM if you want.
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Hey guys. This is my first post on this forum, although I've been lurking for quite some time.
When 2.1 had just come out, there was an X10 flasher that would flash 2.1 to X10a phones, which was great for people like me who were on AT&T and hadn't gotten the update yet (and STILL haven't). I noticed that there's a 2.1 rom for the X10a and I was wondering if there's any reason I should switch over to that. If so, can I just use the flashers listed over in that forum, or is there something I need to do to my X10a now that it's running an X10i firmware?
This is sortof related, as well. I want to install xrecovery, so I downloaded the Busybox installer from the market, but it won't install. Surely not because of my X10i firmware, eh?
I apologize for the newbie questions. This is my first android phone and I'm still learning all of the intimate details of the OS.
naezwood said:
Hey guys. This is my first post on this forum, although I've been lurking for quite some time.
When 2.1 had just come out, there was an X10 flasher that would flash 2.1 to X10a phones, which was great for people like me who were on AT&T and hadn't gotten the update yet (and STILL haven't). I noticed that there's a 2.1 rom for the X10a and I was wondering if there's any reason I should switch over to that. If so, can I just use the flashers listed over in that forum, or is there something I need to do to my X10a now that it's running an X10i firmware?
This is sortof related, as well. I want to install xrecovery, so I downloaded the Busybox installer from the market, but it won't install. Surely not because of my X10i firmware, eh?
I apologize for the newbie questions. This is my first android phone and I'm still learning all of the intimate details of the OS.
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There is no reason to switch if you are happy with your current FW. However, if you want, yes you can choose the flash tool on here to switch from one 2.1 version to another. Regarding busybox, you need to be rooted to install it.
I'm rooted. I think the problem with busybox is my microsd is currently in my nook. I just rooted it yesterday.
Anyway, the reason I want to switch firmware is because I'd like to try out some custom roms. I just wanted to make sure there wasn't anything I needed to do other than use the flasher before flashing my phone. My friend somehow managed to screw up his Xperia the other night when flashing the old 1.6 rom. We're still trying to figure out the problem.
naezwood said:
I'm rooted. I think the problem with busybox is my microsd is currently in my nook. I just rooted it yesterday.
Anyway, the reason I want to switch firmware is because I'd like to try out some custom roms. I just wanted to make sure there wasn't anything I needed to do other than use the flasher before flashing my phone. My friend somehow managed to screw up his Xperia the other night when flashing the old 1.6 rom. We're still trying to figure out the problem.
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You can NOT flash from 2.1 to 1.6 with the normal method. You need to download the AT&T unbrick FW and use it with the flash tool. Hopefully, this will solve your friend's problem.
Thanks so much! I'm going to test it out on mine before I try to tell him how to do it (he's not very tech savvy. haha).
I have to disagree. I have ATT and I originally flashed the x10a Brazil Generic and I had Voice Search. I just tried the newest x10i .24 update and I lost the Voice Search (google app that is only currently available in the USA and Froyo 2.2 or with factory software). I just flashed back with the Global x10a and the Voice Search tab (microphone) showed up for a second on first start, but quickly disappeared and the normal tab (magnifying glass) showed up. I am currently searching to forums looking for the Brazil x10a version to reflash my phone and get my voice search back...it is far and away the best feature on my phone...I hope I can find it.
Hi guys. I think I have some pretty specific questions so I'll just go ahead and ask. Also this thread can hopefully help other AT&T users.
1. I've already used the Flashtool guide to get to Android 2.1 and I've rooted it. What I really want though is just the straight update from Sony Ericsson to 2.1. Now that the phone is no longer locked down with AT&T 1.6 software is there a way to simply install the official SE 2.1 update?
2. If I do have to stick with the update in the Flashtool guide should I do the customize option for JIT? What are the pros and cons?
3. Anything else I need to know? Basically I want the phone working 100% but running 2.1 instead of 1.6, I'm fine with the AT&T apps not being installed.
Thanks for any and all help!
Have you tried connecting your phone to SEUS/PC Companion, and do a factory reset? (not sure it will install 2.1, but if it doesn't, just update it through there)
but.. and this isn't scary at all, just install a good (wolfbreak's for instance) 2.2 ROM. You will notice a significant performance boost, with no downsides actually (can't think of anything not working)
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but then again, i just noticed that at&t users cant use seus...(didnt know that...)
sooo.. just take a leap of faith and go for 2.2
where can I find wolfbreak's 2.2? and will it be as easy to flash as 2.1 was in the guide?
It depends on what you find easy. You do not need flashtool (as long as you have the 54, 55 or 58 Baseband.
To check what baseband you got, go to phone settings --> about the phone --> scroll down, and it should say baseband 2.*.** or something like that the last two asterisks is what matters.
(if you do not have the appropriate baseband, download the one you want from here, and install it with Flashtool)
Now, before you can install this ROM, you first need xRecovery, this program can be found here, along with a howto install guide
After you've successfully installed xRecovery, it is time to download the files from wolfbreak. His ROM can be found here.
Download:
- CM 6.1.3 [v05].zip for Baseband 54/55/58
&
- CM Update v053.zip [Will not wipe anything]
Place those files on your SD Card.. Now you can follow the 'Howto install' guide from wolfbreak
(oh btw, to enter xRecovery you have to do the following:
Press BACK button few times right after white SE label appears.)
kernelklink said:
where can I find wolfbreak's 2.2? and will it be as easy to flash as 2.1 was in the guide?
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Its in the x10 android development section. Its one of the top links for in that section. I personally use rendeiro2005 ROM 2.2 cuz of personal looks. Hope this helps.
Sent from XDA Premium from my X10a rooted running 2.2.1 CM Rom from Rendeiro2005
so wolfbreak should be 100% working correct? no hardware problems?
what about rendeiro2005?
another thought...since these aren't from SE won't I lose timescape and mediascape? or is there some way to install them after the fact?
kernelklink said:
another thought...since these aren't from SE won't I lose timescape and mediascape? or is there some way to install them after the fact?
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there is a thought.. mediascape is laggy, and you can get timescape
http://www.mediafire.com/?bxcc12wq10o2z0o
Ok, here's a good question. If I wait until the 2.3 update is released from SE and plug my phone up to SEUS will my phone be brought back to AT&T factory settings or will it actually be updated to 2.3 (now that I'm running a generic ROM)?
What I'm getting at is: Now that I'm running a generic ROM will SEUS try to update to new generic ROMs or will it somehow know the phone is AT&T and keep trying to go with what AT&T is currently using?
No, your phone is debranded after flashing so you can install 2.3.3 with no problems
so that means that if I plugged up to SEUS right now it'd give me the SE 2.1 update correct?
I'm currently running the 2.1 from the flashtool tutorial, but I'd like the official SE 2.1
I'll go ahead and answer my own question. Yes, apparently once you debrand your phone you can simply go to SEUS and update to the latest SE update.
I'm now running 2.1 straight from Sony Ericsson
I'll wait for the 2.3 update and get it through SEUS when it comes out this summer.
Hi, I'm a noob seeking advice. I rooted my phone a few weeks back just because I could, but haven't really done much with it since. I haven't upgraded from 2.2.1 yet -half because I've been busy and half because I'm shy about bugs.
My question is: since LG claims it's going to release the official upgrade this month, what are the advantages of official upgrade versus unofficial? It seems like every unofficial one has bugs still, so I'd be tempted to go back to official. Also, since I've already rooted it, I'm under the impression that kills official updates. If I want to go back to the official version, would I have to unroot it first or is there a way to just allow the official update to go through?
seokso said:
Hi, I'm a noob seeking advice. I rooted my phone a few weeks back just because I could, but haven't really done much with it since. I haven't upgraded from 2.2.1 yet -half because I've been busy and half because I'm shy about bugs.
My question is: since LG claims it's going to release the official upgrade this month, what are the advantages of official upgrade versus unofficial? It seems like every unofficial one has bugs still, so I'd be tempted to go back to official. Also, since I've already rooted it, I'm under the impression that kills official updates. If I want to go back to the official version, would I have to unroot it first or is there a way to just allow the official update to go through?
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About the 2.3 official update, everyone is waiting for that, since 2.3 unoficial Roms have bugs and unimplemented features. For example, I love the CyanogenMod rom but I had to gave up on it since the the bluetooth is not working for auriculars and for the bluetooth system on my car. The 2.3 official update will solve all the problems for these current unoficial Roms, so if you really need a fully working Rom, better not go for those 2.3 Roms available.
You should not upgrade to 2.2.1 (or 2.2.2) using the regular LG update method. That will "unroot" your phone. There are 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 official unrooted Roms (just google for that, you will find them pretty easy). In that case you won't use the KDZ method but the safer Android Recovery method (avoid using the KDZ!! it's the easiest way to kill your phone!!).
So... if you just want to "unroot" your phone, you can always get the official update back in your phone, by using the KDZ method. KDZ reflashes your phone, and that's why the risk is higher than using the Android Recovery method which one wipes out some things like /system/*
mix em both and they will shine...I hope LG's release sky rocket's mik CM7 rom and then i will permanently switch to CM...they simply rock..
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About the 2.3 official update, everyone is waiting for that, since 2.3 unoficial Roms have bugs and unimplemented features. For example, I love the CyanogenMod rom but I had to gave up on it since the the bluetooth is not working for auriculars and for the bluetooth system on my car.
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That's exactly why I haven't gone for it yet. That and I've heard the GPS is still buggy.
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You should not upgrade to 2.2.1 (or 2.2.2) using the regular LG update method. That will "unroot" your phone.
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I already had the official 2.2.1 before I rooted with GingerBreak, and haven't changed from that. I thought that rooting the phone would automatically block the OTA updates. Is there a way to simply allow the OTA 2.3 update when it comes?
As for kdz versus Android Recovery, everything I've seen around the web for returning to stock says to flash using kdz. Are you talking about using home+vol down+power?
i haven't got the machine yet, i dont find the tutorials available are noob-friendly and something about upgrading & downgrading are not clearly mentioned, maybe it's just because i am a little bit retarded.
if im not mistaken to install custom froyo rom from the stock 2.1:
stock 2.1->root->recovery->install rom, right?
So how do i get back to stock 2.1?
Is it useful to backup stock 2.1 using the recovery?
When i want to get back to 2.1 from froyo can i just restore my backup through recovery or i need any flashtool?
PLease help me
I dont know why you moving to 2.1 ROM when you can get amazing future on custom rom.
But you if decided then search for stock ROM 2.1 in forum it will be in .zip format (I got once but forgot link) OR go to SE web site choose your device & follow instation process with the help of SE PC suite.
Hope this is useful.
Hi,
So I've done my best to read up on this but I'm absolutely terrified of Bricking my phone, so can someone please give me some advice?
I've got a Sony Xperia Ray running android 2.3.4 which is terrible and It won't let me use any decent apps.
I want to upgrade it to Android Icecream but I'm terribly dumb when it comes to phones, my talents lie in computers and I've been up the past couple of hours trying to decide what to do, I can't find a explanation that is noob freindly.
The reason I'm so hesitant is this phone was unblocked from a network to be compatable on any network, and I'm not sure if this effects the updating procedure?
When I downloaded the Sony PC companion it prompted me to upgrade my android but I'm not sure if this will upgrade the Kernel as well (Sorry if it's a stupid question).
I really need someone's help, I'm terrified!
Specs below:
Model: ST18i
Android Version:2.3.4
Baseband Version:8x55A-AAABQAZM-2-3028D-64
Kernel:2.6.32.8-perf
[email protected]#1
Buld Number:4.0.2.A.0.62
confusedphoneman said:
Hi,
So I've done my best to read up on this but I'm absolutely terrified of Bricking my phone, so can someone please give me some advice?
I've got a Sony Xperia Ray running android 2.3.4 which is terrible and It won't let me use any decent apps.
I want to upgrade it to Android Icecream but I'm terribly dumb when it comes to phones, my talents lie in computers and I've been up the past couple of hours trying to decide what to do, I can't find a explanation that is noob freindly.
The reason I'm so hesitant is this phone was unblocked from a network to be compatable on any network, and I'm not sure if this effects the updating procedure?
When I downloaded the Sony PC companion it prompted me to upgrade my android but I'm not sure if this will upgrade the Kernel as well (Sorry if it's a stupid question).
I really need someone's help, I'm terrified!
Specs below:
Model: ST18i
Android Version:2.3.4
Baseband Version:8x55A-AAABQAZM-2-3028D-64
Kernel:2.6.32.8-perf
[email protected]#1
Buld Number:4.0.2.A.0.62
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Sony's PC software will also update kernel if going to 4.0.4
sonys 4.0.4 is same or more laggy than 2.3.4 (gingerbread) also it still have a small storage, so u dont will have many space for apps.
if sony software fails to update, download the "flashtool" , with this u can flash firmwares manually. see in general section for tuts. firmwares can be downloaded here: http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Andro...y-Bean-ICS-Ice-Cream-Sandwich-and/td-p/154389
but the best you can do with this phone is to install some good custom rom. it will give the best experience on that phone.
to do so you need to check if you can unlock bootloader in service menu (google how to enter)
unlock bootloader: http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
lookup this fine ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2543426
good luck!