Hi there, and let me introduce myself. My nickname is Phantoome and i'm new to Android.
I'm coming from an iPhone 3Gs and wanted to try something different.
I ended up buying the Sony Ericsson Xperience Mini Pro SK17i!
It had everything i needed untill i unboxed the phone lol
No seriously, i dig the Android os. Pretty neat tbh.
But i wanted to start modding some stuff about it!
Like first of all removing the factory crap, maybe try a decent theme..
But i've seen all those terms and all for example:
- ROMs (Custom firmware?)
- Flashing (Don't know this one for sure.)
I read i should be rooting the phone to be able to get root access,
or getting a different Android version (ROM?) to make it speed up and look nicer.
I recently figured out that MiniCM7Pro should do the trick for me.
I just don't want anything usefull to be having issues (like the camera, flash, gps, reception, etc..)
So i was wondering if anyone could be having some tips for me here?
Like good tutorials or something, because i noticed there are 100s of them and i don't know where to start really..
I ended up here, which made me end up here to root it first,
Now i'm not sure what to do next as i don't want to brick the phone.
He states:
- Root
- CWM
- Only 2.1.1.A.0.6 SE firmware
- Baseband: M76XX-TSNCJOLYM-53404015
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If you not 2.1.1.A.0.6, you need to flash FTF file via FlashTool.
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Should i flash the .ftf file he gives, or the stock firmware which i downloaded here (Also from this board somewhere)?
And i'm not sure which baseband i got either, don't think we use that alot here, never had issues with that on my iPhone either.
Update: I have successfully rooted the phone.
Now i think i have to downgrade (Flash?) the sucker.
ROM is the Android itself, in common words (anyone correct me if any mistakes).
Flashing: I think I won't be able to explain that.
And you are in the wrong forum. This is Xperia X10 Mini Pro, and you bought Xperia Mini Pro (without X10, they are different models in almost everything). So ask there and you maybe get a better answer.
Holy crap, how did i not notice? I'd move this thread if i was able to..
But if a mod spots this, move it if you can. I'll await reaction untill then.
Update:
I managed to get CyanogenMod 7 to work on the phone, guess Android wasn't that hard, thanks for all the nice people to help me xD
Only thing that's not working at the moment is my hardware keyboard after i've been in a 4 hour bootloop...
Maybe in a few more hours i get the keyboard to work and i'm at where i want it to be
Update:
Got the hardware keyboard to work! Aren't i a good self learning Android Student! ^^
Now one small thing left.. Getting the hardware keyboard to work azerty style instead of qwerty.
It's only partially now, as my numbers and symbols don't match the layout yet, AZQ&W do.
Update: Works!! And it only took me an hour and a half to figure out thanks to this topic.
Any moderator seeing this, this thread can be closed forgood. I've been succeeding on my own in one day.
Guess Android isn't that hard after all. You just gotta be patient and accept to learn new things.
In 24 hours, more or less.. Coming from an iPhone and haven't even used an Android in my entire life, i:
- Rooted my SE Mini Pro.
- Unlocked my Bootlock.
- Flashed to Cyanogenmod with the help of the FreeXperia tutorial and ROM.
- Fixed my Hardware keyboard input.
- Fixed the language settings of my hardware keyboard.
- Got proud of myself.
Credits:
{Mini/MiniPro/Active/Live}[DEVELOPMENT] - CM7.2.0 - FXP050 - FreeXperia Project
CyanogenMod 7 for the Xperia Mini Pro:: V7.1.0.2 (24 Oct 2011)
Revolutionary - zergRush local root 2.2/2.3 [22-10: Samsung/SE update]
[Mini Pro][SK17] Hardware Keyboard FIX
And probably some more i forgot to mention! I still have two posts, i hope to increse them soon enough.
Yet i could've made over 20 posts in this topic only if i didn't kept updating my last post lol
Thanks for reading this silly and yet informative thread on how a total noob took the selftraining course in Android.
Salute
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I really hope this is not a joke ..Please check this post. Looks like bootloader of X10 (so it should be similar for mini / mini pro / X8) is finally bypassed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12560171&postcount=840
Details are yet to be posted by zdzihu !
great news :b
F***!! X10 Bootloader its bypassed, oficially
see here it's not cuz april fools day
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12578251&postcount=849
PD: Owain you know what do yo have to do XD we all <3 u!
PD2: Not Literally
Finally about time.....
Does this mean custom kernel
chris... said:
Does this mean custom kernel
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For X10: Yes. For X10 mini/mini pro: Not Yet, maybe not at all.
So I can use a custom OS but I must use an SE kernel
the basics are the same , its based on kexec ...so if it works for X10 it will work for mini / mini pro as well (but might needs some modifications). And with this you can have a CUSTOM kernel (this is what was lacking so far - you did have a custom OS but due to kernel limitations of SE - not all the features were available to us - like no native teethering or FPS cap ) with CUSTOM OS.
But on X10 it needs a crash without reboot in an specific basebandversion to work. So its more complex then just trying the same on X10 mini pro, but not impossible, because it is now know how to go on after the crash.
currently its alpha state , so crash is not something to be bothered with. The way is known , so it wont be specific to big X10
Good luck hope you guys do manage to pull it off
Why cant they just make it simple
Do they realize easy to hack products are a huge bonus?
Because they fear easy to hack = easy to bypass sim locks etc etc, they fear for their relationship with the carriers as they are their "Business Partners".
Sent from my X10minipro using XDA App
Easy similar unlock didn't hurt the sgs and Samsung too much either. The sgs is still selling well and it was unlocked few weeks after release...
Again, their have been numerous time myself and others have not bought a phone because of the sim lock feature.
Sadly SE does not see it that way. They said that on their blog release anyway. ( my last post, though not the same wording but similar meaning )
Need help with a x10 mini (e10a) from Rogers in Canada. Seems this is about the worst kind to work with but...
What I am trying to do is get this device to be used with my Ant+ heart monitor and other sensors. The version that it upgrades to via automatic upgrade is 2.0.1.A.47 which is not even found in the wiki stock ROM list and not compatible with Ant. Ideally getting to 2.3 with wifi hot spot would be nice too.
From what I gather after about 5 hours worth of reading the steps are:
1. Root: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682&page=2
2. Unlock boot loader: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
3. Flash 2.1.1.A.0.6 firmware (and M76XX-TSNCJOLYM-53404015 base band - do they come together?)
- can't seem to find these anywhere. A link anyone? Does the x10 or the x8 version work?
4. Modify the build.prop so 3g works: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15902809#post15902809
5. Flash miniCM7: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068553
First off, does this sound right? Have I missed anything? Is the order right?
Secondly, after trying both Z4root and superoneclick (a couple of versions, and all exploit options in each version) I can't get this thing to root. The error I get to with S1C is:
After answer yes to "Automatic version detection failed - Is your version 2.0 or higher?" the result is:
"Getting manufacturer...
startIndex cannot be larger than length of string.
Parameter name: startIndex
FAILED"
Suggestions would be appreciated! I should note I have done some ROM updates to other Android phones, but am far from an expert (no coding capability). And have noticed each phone seems to be a bit different. This one seems to be a bit more difficult than others. Help would be appreciated.
Or, anyone want to sell me their X10 mini with working Ant+?
Cheers.
Today is your lucky day
e10a Firmware, baseband 15. no build.prop, no seus, no companion
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1294579
1. flash my firmware
2. root (this can be donde with flashtool too, is so much easier)
3. unlock bootloader
4. flash nAa kernel V5
5. install MiniCM & Google Apps
6. Enjoy the best rom ever
note: after you flash minicm your phone will be e10i again, bust is just info, you still have the e10a base
ChavitoArg said:
Today is your lucky day
e10a Firmware, baseband 15. no build.prop, no seus, no companion
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1294579
1. flash my firmware
2. root (this can be donde with flashtool too, is so much easier)
3. unlock bootloader
4. flash nAa kernel V5
5. install MiniCM & Google Apps
6. Enjoy the best rom ever
note: after you flash minicm your phone will be e10i again, bust is just info, you still have the e10a base
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Much appreciated ChavitoArg.
I did see your post on my search, but given I only speak English (bad I know) and didn't understand the conversation so I steered clear of it.
I will give this a try.
Thanks!
So the update is that yes thank you sir I was able to get your firmware flashed to the device. Flashtool worked great. Much appreciate your efforts and reply.
But at this point I tested the Ant+ functionality (my number 1 goal) and unfortunately while this version of the firmware is said to have ant+ support, and now the apps I have been testing with (my tracks and edomondo) at least see there is an ant+ sensor, both don't work. My tracks crashes and edomondo just goes into an eternal search for the sensors. I'm assuming this means a problem with the ant+ implementation in the firmware software from stock. I heard of problems like this.
If ant+ worked I would likely just stay here, but it doesn't so I'm pressing on try to root, unlock BL and flash miniCM7.
So the next step would be to use flashtool to root as recommended. Problem is it doesn't give that option (root tool greyed out). Have tried connecting, and reconnecting with no luck. Unknown sources and USB debugging are on). Have also tried oneclickagain, and same problem as before.
SO some progress, but could still use some help. Anyone?
Cheers.
Update...
As it turns out after a little more reading and testing the firmware here from ChavitoArg DOES support ant+.
It seems you need to add the Ant Radio Service (comes up in an android market search) and then ant+ apps work. Well at least most of them (Endomondo, Sporty Pal, ANT+ Bike Display Demo) My Tracks still crashes, but that now looks like a My Tracks problem.
So for now I am sticking with Android 2.1 and working Ant+ which was my main goal.
Still curious why I can't root this thing after trying 4 different solutions and 10 attempts. Have rooted 5+ other android phones with no issues. If anyone has any ideas I'm open to trying them.
Would eventually like to get this to at least 2.2 with wifi hotspot, but need past root it to get any farther.
Thanks again ChavitoArg, your firmware rocks.
paulheth said:
As it turns out after a little more reading and testing the firmware here from ChavitoArg DOES support ant+.
It seems you need to add the Ant Radio Service (comes up in an android market search) and then ant+ apps work. Well at least most of them (Endomondo, Sporty Pal, ANT+ Bike Display Demo) My Tracks still crashes, but that now looks like a My Tracks problem.
So for now I am sticking with Android 2.1 and working Ant+ which was my main goal.
Still curious why I can't root this thing after trying 4 different solutions and 10 attempts. Have rooted 5+ other android phones with no issues. If anyone has any ideas I'm open to trying them.
Would eventually like to get this to at least 2.2 with wifi hotspot, but need past root it to get any farther.
Thanks again ChavitoArg, your firmware rocks.
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Have you tryied Flashtool 2.9.1 ? it has One click root option, is the best and easiest way to root.
Check the inbox, i sent you the link to download. I think the ant+ NATIVE support is provided by the rom MiniCM 2.1.3 and nAa kernel v5, you shoul try it. has NATIVE wifi hotspot too
This is a message to the remaining users of the former Xperia flagship, in particular mini and mini pro. I know that you are still out there and using this magnificent piece of device. I have a question for you.
What rom combination are you guys using in 2017 which provides the phone to be most stable. Development has ceased and most of the rom links are broken or dead. But there still is some shimmering light, like cm 13 legacy rom. Also a few threads still cover mirror links.
Can you please share your experience in this thread.
I use my xperia mini as a mp3 player and alarm clock now.If you want a stable rom use official cm 11 kit kat rom.I know there are android 5 and 6 roms out there but they are heavier and not so stable in my opinion.Cm 11 works absolutely bugfree, or at least i didn't encounter any bug.Keep in mind though that you can't use it as a smart phone nowdays, a single heavy app running will fill the entire ram and make the phone lag.But still is a great phone for ordinary usage.
T3sla said:
I use my xperia mini as a mp3 player and alarm clock now.If you want a stable rom use official cm 11 kit kat rom.I know there are android 5 and 6 roms out there but they are heavier and not so stable in my opinion.Cm 11 works absolutely bugfree, or at least i didn't encounter any bug.Keep i mind though that you can't use it as a smart phone nowdays, a single heavy app running will fill the entire ram and make the phone lag.But still is a great phone for ordinary usage.
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That sounds nice, will see if I'll try cm11. Currently I'm on radium v4 rom from karandpr. This basically is a heavily stripped stock rom, with speed and battery enhancements. Its really fast and covers all basic needs. Although it is true that apps from nowadays are to heavy. Bright side is that we can still find light weight apps on playstore for almost all needs
Hello
winesh said:
This is a message to the remaining users of the former Xperia flagship, in particular mini and mini pro. I know that you are still out there and using this magnificent piece of device. I have a question for you.
What rom combination are you guys using in 2017 which provides the phone to be most stable. Development has ceased and most of the rom links are broken or dead. But there still is some shimmering light, like cm 13 legacy rom. Also a few threads still cover mirror links.
Can you please share your experience in this thread.
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Hi, I recently got one of these and, due the lack of time I was without android, I know nothing these days. Could you help me out with links to root it or flash custom roms? Mine here is a Xperia Mini Pro, model SK17a, Android 4.0.4 untouched, version 4.1.B.0.587. Is there a way? Thanks anyway.
shadowkriptos said:
Hi, I recently got one of these and, due the lack of time I was without android, I know nothing these days. Could you help me out with links to root it or flash custom roms? Mine here is a Xperia Mini Pro, model SK17a, Android 4.0.4 untouched, version 4.1.B.0.587. Is there a way? Thanks anyway.
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There are lots of ways, it depends on your preference. For example do you want to modify system partition (flashing kernel), you need to unlock your bootloader. If you want to flash rom only, you can maintain your locked bootloader. Basically this are the steps:
1 backup necessary data
2 root (one click or comprehensive)
3 unlock bootloader (optional)
4 fastboot flash cwm recovery/kernel of rom choice
5 wipe
6 flash rom through cwm recovery
Like I said there are many ways. There is an index thread in the development section, which contains tutorials for al the steps I just mentioned.
Hi again,
I finally found the way to make things work with the SK17i!! At the moment I'm trying to install ROMs and see whats working or not. This Radium ROM you are using, do you have the links to download? Does it works with nAa JB kernel? Thanks!!
winesh said:
There are lots of ways, it depends on your preference. For example do you want to modify system partition (flashing kernel), you need to unlock your bootloader. If you want to flash rom only, you can maintain your locked bootloader. Basically this are the steps:
1 backup necessary data
2 root (one click or comprehensive)
3 unlock bootloader (optional)
4 fastboot flash cwm recovery/kernel of rom choice
5 wipe
6 flash rom through cwm recovery
Like I said there are many ways. There is an index thread in the development section, which contains tutorials for al the steps I just mentioned.
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shadowkriptos said:
Hi again,
I finally found the way to make things work with the SK17i!! At the moment I'm trying to install ROMs and see whats working or not. This Radium ROM you are using, do you have the links to download? Does it works with nAa JB kernel? Thanks!!
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Radium is based on ics. Rom was working perfectly. I only had problems with a few app compatibility. That is why i switched to los 14.1.
winesh said:
This is a message to the remaining users of the former Xperia flagship, in particular mini and mini pro. I know that you are still out there and using this magnificent piece of device. I have a question for you.
What rom combination are you guys using in 2017 which provides the phone to be most stable. Development has ceased and most of the rom links are broken or dead. But there still is some shimmering light, like cm 13 legacy rom. Also a few threads still cover mirror links.
Can you please share your experience in this thread.
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test cm7.3 the last one that they took with GB for this cell phone
google.com/site/projectfreexperia/download/cyanogen-mod7
add sites. before google, i can´t post complete URL
hi all,
if I root my phone, what I will lose apart from camera?
Is there any working camera for rooted devices? Whatsapp camera/Instagram camera will work?
I've bought this phone just to root it and I figured out I can't
thx
Everything is already wrote down
Just look through the forum and you will find everything
Just a hint: there are tutorials how to restore all Sony features
Caffeineshock said:
Everything is already wrote down
Just look through the forum and you will find everything
Just a hint: there are tutorials how to restore all Sony features
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Hello, I'm sorry for my redundant question.
My only biggest fear is that developers stops supporting drm fix so when a new update become available, people who rooted their phone will be stuck with old software version.
I don't know if this ever happened, since it is my first sony device.
So if anyone could report their experience with drm fix support over time it will be great
However, I found a tool over here called xperifix. I may give it a try
If you have doubts about rooting your phone it certainly means that you shouldn't do it. Otherwise if you want to do so that bad just stop updating your phone when support stops.
Kwoon said:
Hello, I'm sorry for my redundant question.
My only biggest fear is that developers stops supporting drm fix so when a new update become available, people who rooted their phone will be stuck with old software version.
I don't know if this ever happened, since it is my first sony device.
So if anyone could report their experience with drm fix support over time it will be great
However, I found a tool over here called xperifix. I may give it a try
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You don't lose anything using xperifix or Jan Jan kernel. I don't think we lost support so easily, Xperia Z2 was supported until latest stock firmware, XZ is still being supported on last current firmware. But like nick0s23 said, if you have fear.. Think it twice.
I'm looking for a copy of this firmware release. It's the last Xperia 1 III Android 11 release.
Tools like Xperifirm and Emma will only give me the Android 12 release.
It was available here, but there aren't any more mirrors: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=17825722713688254698
If anyone can upload a copy of it, I'll even tip you.
Many thanks.
Sony put it in the Open source archive. Here:
Open source archive for 61.0.A.23.20 - Sony Developer World
developer.sony.com
Hey there, thanks for the help.
I was looking for the built release by Sony for flashing on the XQ-BC62, not the source.
Sorry about the confusion.
Oh, I see that now. It's late here. You can check this out ....BUT idk.
Xperia 1 III XQ_BC62 61.0.A.23.20 firmware with Setool.rar | VietNam GSM Services
vngsmservices.com
With Sony removing software with updates, a archive might be a good idea.
Awesome, many thanks. Unfortunately, I can't get past the paywall even though I paid (isn't working, he's not responding). Halabtech seems to have every recent version but that one, so guess I'm playing the waiting game. If you happen to know of any other sites, I'd appreciate if you threw them my way.
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Awesome, many thanks. Unfortunately, I can't get past the paywall even though I paid (isn't working, he's not responding). Halabtech seems to have every recent version but that one, so guess I'm playing the waiting game. If you happen to know of any other sites, I'd appreciate if you threw them my way.
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Here's a copy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15EhKdzxhXouKzJRdKDwwj6f3uglfqIkn/view?usp=sharing
I zipped up the one I had backed up from when I rooted my phone, luckily I saved a copy just in case.
I don't need a tip or anything, but it would be great if someone could back this up somewhere, especially since it seems like the Android 12 release for this model is really buggy.
hman360 said:
I don't need a tip or anything, but it would be great if someone could back this up somewhere, especially since it seems like the Android 12 release for this model is really buggy.
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I backed it up, done. I was thinking of starting a thread for rooted Android 12 to compare bugs after root. This would depend on device type and Rom.
If I use this on my UK phone will it still work or is it going to need the Customized UK version
edit for anyone else curious: Yes it works fine
Guys, I really appreciate the help with this. I've downloaded a copy, many thanks.
One of the problems I have with Android 12 is the assistant just going in and out. Sometimes she responds, sometimes she doesn't, no matter how many times I train her. On Android 11, she works perfectly fine.