Hello,i would like to ask you about unlocking boothloader and installing nAa kernel.I was gonna to unlock boothloader untill i noticed that some devices has problems(due to construction date).i see in the battery sticker my device is 11w30 but in the upper corner says it is 10y39.
my question is can i unlock my boothloader without hard bricking my device or not??
(rom i was gonna install :Aokp ics beta1[28])
thx for your time
Edit:soz 4 my english
no one seems to report that they have problems related to mfg date.
yes no one is reported a bricked device due manufacturing date
y think is ok
cjml555 said:
yes no one is reported a bricked device due manufacturing date
y think is ok
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demoniacs said:
no one seems to report that they have problems related to mfg date.
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if you see at the E10i android development forum at nAa kernel requirments you will see the developer to warn us about this date...
"i will try and see what will happen" edit: what i should do?
Edit2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1481630&page=1
........ it has some reported bricks from costruction date!
Ow i cant risk it......
ok maybe i can but i want a confirmation or sth......
ps: :'( i want to have ics now the Adreno drivers for E10i are released
still waiting 4 an answer!i cant have my phone hard bricked but in the other hand i cant have the minicm 7 2.0.7! plz help!an1
devilakos said:
still waiting 4 an answer!i cant have my phone hard bricked but in the other hand i cant have the minicm 7 2.0.7! plz help!an1
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I don't what your problem is but mine is 10W47 and I unlocked my bootloader just fine. But 1 thing YOU have to be BRAVE to unlick the bootloader. Though there is no risk at all if you do it correctly by followimg step by step from here and you can unbrick your device just in case if you go wrong somewhere.
Hope I could help You!!!!!!!!
no pain, no gain.
XGr7078 said:
I don't what your problem is but mine is 10W47 and I unlocked my bootloader just fine. But 1 thing YOU have to be BRAVE to unlick the bootloader. Though there is no risk at all if you do it correctly by followimg step by step from here and you can unbrick your device just in case if you go wrong somewhere.
Hope I could help You!!!!!!!!
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your date is in 2010 so ur is safe but thx for the url for unlocking boothloader because it has a link to check if it is safe2 unlock my phone!!!!!!
(this kind of brick is hard brick it wont even flash the light so i would have 2 send it 2 se if i damage it!) THX!!
devilakos said:
your date is in 2010 so ur is safe but thx for the url for unlocking boothloader because it has a link to check if it is safe2 unlock my phone!!!!!!
(this kind of brick is hard brick it wont even flash the light so i would have 2 send it 2 se if i damage it!) THX!!
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If want you can retrieve your phone by yourself only. I have read the post and fixed my phone of my own two to three times. And for thanking, you can always press the thanks button........
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I am not a noob..have played alott with HTC and samsung phones...but sony seems to b a different ball game all together..i hv been reading threads since the last two days to unlock the bl of my neo v..and flash roms and stuff...
but there are a couple of qstns that are bothering me...
1-I wanted to install KA20.1 Ics rom..since its official stripped down ics... but it needs unlocked bootloader. i am currently running gb..2.3.4 .62...
first i though of rooting and using gb as it is.. but now since ics is here i am inclined to use ics
so here is my question..
If i unlock my bootloader..and then flash official ics using flashtool..will the bootloader get locked again?? will it create any kind of issue for me with regard to using flashtool and flashing official ics?? if yes then what..
will it have to b unlocked again???
and the next question
Everything remains the same in case of jj hybrid rom also??
but i wud appreciate all the help i can get ..cz whatever i learn i always give it back to the forum..
xda rocks..
cheers...
geekynoob said:
If i unlock my bootloader..and then flash official ics using flashtool..will the bootloader get locked again?? will it create any kind of issue for me with regard to using flashtool and flashing official ics?? if yes then what..
will it have to b unlocked again???
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No.
Though not sure what you meant by "flashing official ics". If you meant with flashtool, then answer is still no.
If you meant on using PCC or SEUS then answer depends how you unlock your BL. IF you unlock it unofficial way, with s1tool, then you won't have any problem. If you unlock it via IMEI code from Sony developer page, then you won't be able to use PCC or SEUS until you relock your BL(which is done by flashing 1 ftf file).
And for both official and unofficial way worth rule, do not use OTA updates. For official way, that's 100% correct, while for unofficial way, some report problems, some don't have them.
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No.
Though not sure what you meant by "flashing official ics". If you meant with flashtool, then answer is still no.
If you meant on using PCC or SEUS then answer depends how you unlock your BL. IF you unlock it unofficial way, with s1tool, then you won't have any problem. If you unlock it via IMEI code from Sony developer page, then you won't be able to use PCC or SEUS until you relock your BL(which is done by flashing 1 ftf file).
And for both official and unofficial way worth rule, do not use OTA updates. For official way, that's 100% correct, while for unofficial way, some report problems, some don't have them.
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Ok..i knew u were around..
i will unlock my bl using s1 tool..the unofficial method...
then flash 4.0.4 using flashtool..
doing this wont relock my bl.. ??
i will not use ota..will freeze it using tb
i hope i am clear now..this internet slang is making tough to write sorry if i wasnt clear..
geekynoob said:
i will unlock my bl using s1 tool..the unofficial method...
then flash 4.0.4 using flashtool..
doing this wont relock my bl.. ??
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That is correct, it wont get re-locked.
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That is correct, it wont get re-locked.
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Thank you so much for the prompt replies..
sorry for being offf topic now..since iv got ur attention..i just wanted to ask another qstn..
unofficial method shows 2 -ve points.. i have to connect any once to the test point m i right??
can i do THIS...
Flash 4.0.3 from here....
http://communities-origin.sonyericsson.com/thread/35239?tstart=0
Thn root it...using doomlords kit...
thn ota to 4.0.4 and then unlock the bootloader using s1 tool??
so that il hv the root intact..and also will b able to use cwm and roms and other things..
correct me if i am wrong.
thnkk you once again.
geekynoob said:
unofficial method shows 2 -ve points.. i have to connect any once to the test point m i right??
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You mean 2 -ve battery pins? Yeah, only connect to 1, it's enough. Or you can also connect it to simcard holder, as I read, people also do that. Point is to ground it, whatever method you want
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hw cn i hv cwm on a ics 4.0.4 i will have to root it first and then get cwm?? sorry if i am irritating u..but samsung was much easier ..m coming to grip with sony stuff..
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You're not irritating. Usually I would irritate if someone asks without researching, but as I see you actually research yourself, so it's not hard to answer you
Anyway, for root and CWM, check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1678690
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I don't like OTA, and after you unlock your BL it will be smart not to use it, as we told above.
And if you unlock your BL it's much easier to root it, as I wrote, check that thread I linked in this post and try.
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You mean 2 -ve battery pins? Yeah, only connect to 1, it's enough. Or you can also connect it to simcard holder, as I read, people also do that. Point is to ground it, whatever method you want
You're not irritating. Usually I would irritate if someone asks without researching, but as I see you actually research yourself, so it's not hard to answer you
Anyway, for root and CWM, check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1678690
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My mind seems at some peace now..
i will folllow all the steps as u said..
i edited my post at the last moment..sorry for that..if i ave any issues..il b back here..
il do it..wil go slow..once in total grip.. m gonna hv some fun..
Thank you.. God bless..!
cheers..
Hi everybody
I have installed real ics some time ago, and i found the experience much more complete than with custom
rom...
now i would like to make another step... so i shoul lock my bootloader first...
i read that there are two ways... test point and official sony...
with official sony you lose DRM...but i read also that the only problem tht this lost caused (track id doesn't work) doesn't exist anymore as latest version of track id works even without drm... so are there other problems if we lose drm?
because i think official unlocking is much easier isn't it? so why a person should choose the test point method?
latest answer: i found real ics is amazing rom... but, after unlocking bootloader (if i will succeed to), which kernel should i choose? i would like something safe, stable and fast... and if possible with good battery performance...
thx everybody for answer
hope i did not disturb with this post if repetitive... but i wanted someone to answer me directly, and even if i found good informations in this forum, i did not manage to decide what to do...
bb
i prefer test point method cos with it one wont lose drm keys & wont void warranty.... after bootloader unlock using testpoint, t will still show Allow bootloader unlock:yes but Official way will void warranty.
Indeed, test point method! No regret!
I would also recommend test point method as you dont lose drm keys, I did it with test point method myself because I didnt have a choice, anyways I didnt need drm keys, but some ppl do, so in that case better go with the safe side, the test point even tho it can be a little difficult
When I bought Mini Pro den, I use Test point & no issue but along tha line my screen break & took it to care center but I was told it can't be repaired & was given another one cos its still under warranty... But tha new one I was given can't be unloocked using Test point cos its having latest security so I used tha Official way but was happy though!
When you do the testpoint method, you have to remove the sticker under the battery to get to the actual testpoints.
So you have to do that very carefully, because if they notice you've been removing it, warranty is lost.
oh so many answers :laugh:
but all of you suggested me the same thing... so i think it's really best choice... i think however i won't need drm... but anyway you suggest me to use testpoint method, finally, not for drm but for warranty isn't it? and is it sure that if i use in right way test point they won't notice i've unlocked the bootloader (so i will still have the warranty)? beause i heared that in england they did not repair some xperia arc because they noticed the users had unlocked the bootloader....
so finally ya suggest me to use that method?
and for the kernel, which one would you suggest (stable, fast above all for telephone use and media, good battery...)
i want to thank all of you however... really ya give me all these answers that i did not expect to... thx a lot for helping me!
bb!
edit: ah sry whalesplaho talked about latest security... so how can i know if i can unlock it or not in safe way?
thx again!
My SK17i testpoint wasn't covered under the sticker. I unlocked using testpoint because of the warranty. I am not sure if they can detect this or not, but its lesser then two evils I guess. If you unlock the BL by Sony method they will have your IMEI in their system as unlocked so no way you can get lucky and keep your warranty. Even if the phone doesn't turn on completely, they know it has been unlocked.
WandererX said:
edit: ah sry whalesplaho talked about latest security... so how can i know if i can unlock it or not in safe way?
thx again!
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Take a look at this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
IoNex nice post but I advice OP to try first before concluding whether it won't work... I tried but when I get qcpacketservice using tha normal step den I concluded it can't be unlocked using Testpoint, dats why I said its painful!!!!
#just follow re required steps den yhu will get what yhu want.....
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IoNex nice post but I advice OP to try first before concluding whether it won't work... I tried but when I get qcpacketservice using tha normal step den I concluded it can't be unlocked using Testpoint, dats why I said its painful!!!!
#just follow re required steps den yhu will get what yhu want.....
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I didn't say he shouldn't try it. I just think it's better to have all the info before doing something.
So if it doesn't work, he'll know why
The post says "Tere is no harm in trying. You can try, if you have new security, nothing will go wrong, you will just get error."
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I didn't say he shouldn't try it. I just think it's better to have all the info before doing something.
So if it doesn't work, he'll know why
The post says "Tere is no harm in trying. You can try, if you have new security, nothing will go wrong, you will just get error."
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Okay buddy......!
it's 12w22... so i think it could work... for the wire which one should i use?
WandererX said:
it's 12w22... so i think it could work... for the wire which one should i use?
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Yhu will get all yhu need here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874 buddy... I used a flexible wire with pin!!!!
ok thx... stay connected pls xD
WandererX said:
ok thx... stay connected pls xD
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Okay brov..... Am with yhu & I believe others too!!!!
test point doesnt work on latest releases of xperia mini/mini pro/active. If you have 12w17 on the back of your phone, then testpoint won't work. That's what others have said in the test point thread. I only used SE bootloader unlocking and its easy but you lose your DRM.
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test point doesnt work on latest releases of xperia mini/mini pro/active. If you have 12w17 on the back of your phone, then testpoint won't work. That's what others have said in the test point thread. I only used SE bootloader unlocking and its easy but you lose your DRM.
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Dats tha official way.... Dats what I later used too when testpoint didn't worked!
drivers did install automatically... zeus device... it did not fail as said in the guide... what should i do?
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Dats tha official way.... Dats what I later used too when testpoint didn't worked!
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Yah Yah because test point didnt work for me. My phone is manufactured 12w17. I dont really understand what is wrong with newer devices.
Hi
excuse me for my bad English
my phone has been bricked by OTA update and when i click on the start button it shows me some times green light
i flashed it by sony update service and MT15i_4.1.B.0.587 and it flashed correctly but it isn't repaired and s1tool identify shows that my room is MT15_4.1.B.0.431
please help me to repair my phone
try flashtool..
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try flashtool..
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I used it and it flashed but still i can't turn it on .
If ur bootloaders unlocked...flash custom kernel nd then custom rom..
LoneWanderer said:
If ur bootloaders unlocked...flash custom kernel nd then custom rom..
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my bootloader is locked and bootloader unlock allowed : no
what can i do ? ,please help me
Sorry dude...
For locked booltoaders...there r only 3 free options..
PCC
SUS
Flashtool
But you've tried all three so..If its under warranty, then goto the service center
Or try Wotan Server(paid)
You tried flashing this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
p.s. since download link (on above link) is dead, you can download package here: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?ezw9tk6zxuehhmj
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You tried flashing this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
p.s. since download link (on above link) is dead, you can download package here: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?ezw9tk6zxuehhmj
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THANK YOU
it worked correctly .my phone came back .
thank you all .
Madfysh said:
You tried flashing this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
p.s. since download link (on above link) is dead, you can download package here: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?ezw9tk6zxuehhmj
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I thought this was only for unlocked bootloaders... My bad..
LoneWanderer said:
I thought this was only for unlocked bootloaders... My bad..
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I don't know what , but it worked on my phone
That was link to fix FOTA aka Firmware over the air upgrade brick fix link and it was floating here in our forums since long!!
Normally people who've unlocked bl,while trying OTA brick the phone and that's when this comes handy @Lw I think that's where you got a bit confused
@Amin
anyways good your issue got solved
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Hello everyone. I was asking myself, if it is possible to get the stock firmware back ^^
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Hello everyone. I was asking myself, if it is possible to get the stock firmware back ^^
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Look at the sticky in General Forum. All you need to know is there.
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But I cannot get into flashmode . I tried the volume down+ connecting the usb but the only thing I can see is, that the LED is flashing 3 times. 3 different colours pleas help
davidvandertier said:
But I cannot get into flashmode . I tried the volume down+ connecting the usb but the only thing I can see is, that the LED is flashing 3 times. 3 different colours pleas help
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i meant fastboot mode ^^
(1) Use PC Companion and do a repair.
(2) Download the relevant firmware file and use Flashtool to flash.
I will try this right now and I will report if it worked or not ^^
davidvandertier said:
I will try this right now and I will report if it worked or not ^^
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UPDATE: waiting for charging . I have to waiit untill my battery is half-way full
Okay.. Tried it.. Didnt work :c
davidvandertier said:
UPDATE: waiting for charging . I have to waiit untill my battery is half-way full
Okay.. Tried it.. Didnt work :c
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You need to provide a lot more information.
If you follow the OP I gave you in the earlier post, it works. Why are you using Fastboot??? You should be using Flashmode in Flashtool.
You need to ensure you have the correct PC drivers.
Again, assuming you have read and followed the suggested linked method, provide more info about your phone state.
And which method did not work? Us your bootloader unlocked?
hush66 said:
And which method did not work? Us your bootloader unlocked?
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How can I see if it is unlocked ^^ sorry im a noob+
Unlocking is an intentional act. If you have not done it before, then it's still locked.
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Unlocking is an intentional act. If you have not done it before, then it's still locked.
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oh okay. Is this really relevant? Because.. I dont know but I think, that the warranty void is damaged by doing so
It's relevant because if your bootloader is unlocked, then you need to use Sony Flash Tool to flash stock firmware.
So which method failed for you? And which step failed and what's the error? You need to give us more info so that we can help you.
Hello friends...
My phone has unlocked bootloader & was dead before 1 week due to wrong ROM flashing by fastboot method.
I went to service center & they repaired my phone.
After repair IMEI is changed.
I checked my bootloader status & it is locked.
I tried to unlock it by same account which i used before to unlock but now it stuck at 50% with error that couldn't verify device!
Need help to unlock it if possible tell me official way.
How did you end up getting your phone dead ? Sorry for off topic but how much did it cost you ?
NitinRanganath said:
How did you end up getting your phone dead ? Sorry for off topic but how much did it cost you ?
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No cost because it's under warranty
Yogendra Kher said:
No cost because it's under warranty
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Wait a little more
Xiaomi server takes time to refresh or u can follow an unofficial method
you can try again