Hi There
I have an xperia ray that is rooted and with unlocked bootloader.
I realsise that it has not been possible in the past to re-lock the bootloader, un-root and return to stock as installing an OTA update will brick the device?
Is there now a way to get this done?
The phone is now in the possesion of my wife and it is constantly nagging her to update, and she is in turn nagging me.
Any information is appreciated.
Please ask in the ask thread, so you don't nag us too.. ;-) jk. Please search first. There's a thread bout that too.. You just have to find it here.
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Ok now I've been asking all over this forum and can't seem to get a straight answer I was intrested. In unlocking my bl but was scared didn't wanna brick my good phone so I used my spare atrix with a slightly cracked screen now im unlocked and running on 4.1.26 the problem im having is not sure how to safley update to gb without losing my unlock Wat im trying to do is flash to alien but not sure if I can on 1.26 im confused really confused please help
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jimmerz0823 said:
Ok now I've been asking all over this forum and can't seem to get a straight answer I was intrested. In unlocking my bl but was scared didn't wanna brick my good phone so I used my spare atrix with a slightly cracked screen now im unlocked and running on 4.1.26 the problem im having is not sure how to safley update to gb without losing my unlock Wat im trying to do is flash to alien but not sure if I can on 1.26 im confused really confused please help
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Basically below are the two threads will help you understand what you need to do.
Basic requirements to load/upgrade your phone to any ROM are Unlocked Bootloader and CMW installed on your phone.
Good Luck.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1202883
jimmerz0823 said:
Ok now I've been asking all over this forum and can't seem to get a straight answer I was intrested. In unlocking my bl but was scared didn't wanna brick my good phone so I used my spare atrix with a slightly cracked screen now im unlocked and running on 4.1.26 the problem im having is not sure how to safley update to gb without losing my unlock Wat im trying to do is flash to alien but not sure if I can on 1.26 im confused really confused please help
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The main thing to stay away from is the OTA update as this will create the potential for a hard brick. Now since you're unlocked, just load a custom recovery for the dev forum and install a ROM of your choice!
Thanku I wasn't sure if I could use these roms on this 1.26 build so I can go straight to gb from 1.26 ?
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Downgrading is usually the problem. Especially from 4,5.91. You should be good.
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You cannot re lock your boot loader once it has been unlocked.
If I were you, I would just OTA and unlock yer bootloader / root again if needed. Cause in all honesty you won't wanna go back to froyo from gingerbread. And if you want to you can just use a fruitcake. I did the OTA cause I knew I'd love it and there are always alternate ways back, unless you are a flashaholic and can't stand being on more than one ROM for more than 2 days. Then maaaaybe wanna stay away from OTA haha.
I don't think you should go OTA, just flash recovery then install whatever you want. Do everything through recovery / moto-fastboot and there's almost 0 chance of bricking
Remember to update your radio too
I'm on 1.8.3, rooted, and webtop modded...I really need to update but I don't flash anything because I don't want to brick...I searched here but everyone is talking about unlocked boatloaders.....someone please help me update!!!!!!!!!!!
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Dont be scared.
If you take your time to read all of the material that you need to know to unlock your bootloader it is easier than anything.
Just spend a couple of days reading and by the third day (MAX!) you should know everything you need to know in order to unlock your BL.
Once that is done, then flashing ROMS/Kernels is a easy process; all you have to do is reboot into recovery and then flash the ROM which is in the .zip file.
Once your bootloader is unlocked, you can flash ROMS and Kernels, however the process involves ADB and fastboot in use with the command prompt but all the instructions are quite clear.
blackangel104 said:
I'm on 1.8.3, rooted, and webtop modded...I really need to update but I don't flash anything because I don't want to brick...I searched here but everyone is talking about unlocked boatloaders.....someone please help me update!!!!!!!!!!!
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Search pudding in the development and read that thread carefully. Its not hard. And read ahead as you do it just so you know what or not what to do.
I voided my warranty and your mum.
blackangel104 said:
I'm on 1.8.3, rooted, and webtop modded...I really need to update but I don't flash anything because I don't want to brick...I searched here but everyone is talking about unlocked boatloaders.....someone please help me update!!!!!!!!!!!
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I suggest reading the noobie guide, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600 . It'll basically teach you about everything you need to know with all of the relevant links.
One suggestion, before unlocking the bootloader go to 2.3.4/4.5.91 first.
The reason I suggest this is that is the following. About the one way you have any real likelyhood of hard bricking your phone is to go backwards from 2.3.4 to 1.8.3 after having the bootloader unlocked. So safest is to get comfortable with the 2.3.4 so you are certain there is no need to go back, then unlock.
It really is not that difficult. Read the threads a few times so that you are certain you have the game plan down.
Ok but first do I update using ota or another method since I've modded my webtop?
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If you use the OTA method of upgrading, I believe this rooting method will work on Atrix. You could then have root access back without unlocking your bootloader.
pretty much as the title states. can i restore it to stock with locked bootloader, incase i need to send it in for repairs. its about the only thing stopping me from doing it. i am running z's version of cm7 2.3.5 also, being rooted with a custom kernel, are there any other benefits of an unlocked bootloader? sorry for my noobness. the x10 is the first phone i have messed around with...
Search this has been answered.
Bootloader unlock is permanent.
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my apologies... i did search but still didn't find the answerer's i was looking for...
didn't search very well, but never mind. - as i stated, unlock is permanent - at least for now!!
Hi was wondering if it is possible to re-lock my bootloader on my Atrix 4G - T-mobile (unlocked) so i can send it back for repair?
Cheers
mimicuk said:
Hi was wondering if it is possible to re-lock my bootloader on my Atrix 4G - T-mobile (unlocked) so i can send it back for repair?
Cheers
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Once the boot loader is unlocked it is permanent. There is a fuse in hardware, when you unlock it gets fused.
There are some people who asked the same question. The most you can do is make the unlocked text on moto boot screen disappear and go back to stock.
stock firmware?
Thats fine just as long as i can remove the unlock text on boot up, but could you direct me to the stock firmware for my phone please and how should i flash it?
Sorry about all the noob questions
Here's a thread where Foka002 tells how to do it and he also sent it in for warranty. Its risky as there is possibility of bricking. Also there is a big problem these days as all the links are all dead. So you might have a hard time finding the sbf file. If I find a link ill post back.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1411797
Need this same thing
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filefactory.com
/f/89f588286a560e39/
Sorry but I can't post outside links yet....combine those two lines to one link and be amazed All the atrix SBFs
Hi Pal
as you can read thread title, i flashed my MB855 Sprint with US Cellular SBF.
How can i get back to Sprint stock, any help will be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Someone write to the moderator to make it sticky and everyone will know it immediately (maybe) . Should I give the thread another name? I don't know.
2.3.5 sv2 custom sbf/unbrick - in development section
And if there are some unclear points, tell me.
But I think, if someone wants to unbrick, he must give it some time and read and read. So there is link in another thread, where you can read more.
Hi mate,
Thanks for coming here, actually i read it more and more trying to follow all your procedure written over there.
But m stuck @ boot loader unlock process.
Code:
G:\Motorola\Original\Android\MB855\moto-fastboot-win32>fastboo
ata
... FAILED (remote: (00180001))
So without unlocking bootloader m not able to root the phone, right ? no root means none of your procedure gonna works for me, right bro?
Now please you help me step by step.
If you updated to the latest OTA, the bootloader is currently not unlockable. You can only root.
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If you updated to the latest OTA, the bootloader is currently not unlockable. You can only root.
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Ok, i rooted using below method.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1216131
But rest procedures are still not done by me, trying trying.......
You should stop trying before you mess something up. The bootloader cannot be unlocked at the moment, if on the latest OTA.
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