Is it possible to Root Xperia Ray (like x8 with one click) or not ? and if not Plz provide a link to Xperia ray root guide ONLY....
I wouldn't want to unlock my bootloader if possible, as it's too complicated I think..
Should I upgrade to ICS before rooting or not ?
One More question : Does Ray Support moving applications to SD card ? or do I need to install Link2SD and partition my SD Card ?
Thanks waiting for answers...
edit : forgot to set checkbox "This is a question"
What firmware do you have?
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium.
Xperia ray rooting.
hi Someguyfromhell,
I would like to have the same question as orangzeb.
I have:
xperia ray
Android 2.3.3
Kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build number: 4.0.A.2.368
Can you help us with rooting? I saw a complicated tutorial on the net, with some files linked in which were not available anymore..
Thanks in advance.
Check my tutorial, there is info about rooting. If you need help, ask.
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium
Thanks Someguyfromhell, it worked fine following your tutorial!
Cheers!
Someguyfromhell said:
Check my tutorial, there is info about rooting. If you need help, ask.
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium
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Hi, i have checked your tutorial and i have a question:
You write that before i start do anything i need:
Stock ROM, please explain what do you mean <<stock rom>> do i have to do something extra?
i use:
xperia ray
Android 2.3.4
Kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build number: 4.0.2.A.0.69
Thanks in advance
Tonyferdinando said:
Hi, i have checked your tutorial and i have a question:
You write that before i start do anything i need:
Stock ROM, please explain what do you mean <<stock rom>> do i have to do something extra?
i use:
xperia ray
Android 2.3.4
Kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build number: 4.0.2.A.0.69
Thanks in advance
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stock rom means official rom which is preinstalled from the company and custom rom means modified rom
Someguyfromhell said:
Check my tutorial, there is info about rooting. If you need help, ask.
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium
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Thanks for your exact tutorial, now my phone is rooted and the
Superuser application appears on the screen but when i execute
it then there is no application appeared. It says << no application in list >>.
Please explain me, because i have a few apps installed and there is nothing.
Tonyferdinando said:
Thanks for your exact tutorial, now my phone is rooted and the
Superuser application appears on the screen but when i execute
it then there is no application appeared. It says << no application in list >>.
Please explain me, because i have a few apps installed and there is nothing.
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There are only the applications, which you have permanently given or denied root access.
Someguyfromhell said:
There are only the applications, which you have permanently given or denied root access.
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Thanks a lot Someguyfromhell, i know that some of my questions are a little bit stupid for you
but im new on these, and im trying to get it because of my brand new xperia ray.
And i have 1 more question, in your tutorial is written that after the rooting progress with the zergRush method, the BusyBox will be installed, but
it is not installed the BusyBox app, do i have to install it by myself from Playstore or i dont need this app at all? Also the superuser app is installed
in my phone.
Tonyferdinando said:
Thanks a lot Someguyfromhell, i know that some of my questions are a little bit stupid for you
but im new on these, and im trying to get it because of my brand new xperia ray.
And i have 1 more question, in your tutorial is written that after the rooting progress with the zergRush method, the BusyBox will be installed, but
it is not installed the BusyBox app, do i have to install it by myself from Playstore or i dont need this app at all? Also the superuser app is installed
in my phone.
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BusyBox is not an application, so you do not see it in app drawer. You don't need to do anything more, unless you want to update Busybox, but this isn't really needed either.
Related
SORRY! IT DOES NOT WORK!!!!! THREAD CLOSED!!!
Here is the step by step guide on how to get Flash 10.1 on your Android 2.1 Eclair geared Xperia X8:
(1) The first step is to download flash_for_21.zip to your computer and extract the .apk file.
(2) Now navigate to the market and install “Apps Installer” utility to your phone.
(3) Now connect your Android phone to the computer and copy .apk file to your SD card. Make sure that it is in SD card root and not in a sub folder.
(4) After this launch “Apps Installer” on your phone and follow the on screen instructions to install flash_for_21.apk file.
(5) After installation is complete, simply reboot your phone and there you go! You now have Flash 10.1 on your phone.
Link Below!
Cheers!!
This is very useful post.
But after i fallow the instructions i still don`t see the flash working in my browser i try to open vbox7.com which is a site like youtube and try to play a video but that don`t work.
Why ?
Does it work?
This method is completely safe for your phone in every sense?
Yes this is safe but don`t seams to work at all.
Not working..:-(
Sent frm xperia X8..
Same thing, installed but doesn't work at all.
not working XPERIA X8 2.1 with dolphin browser HD
it wont work for now....i think we need to wait for either a custom ROM or a rooted X8.....
sry but i started this thread just for testings......should i delete the thread?? or wait for root to come...??
there is root for 2.1 but i am not sure if this will make it works.
bnight said:
there is root for 2.1 but i am not sure if this will make it works.
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Where did you find root for 2.1?
EliteNevil said:
Where did you find root for 2.1?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876868
propc said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876868
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Hmm.. Does that really work? If i want to do that, how do i install 1.6rom on my 2.1 X8?
And does anyone break the bootloader for X8 yet?
EliteNevil said:
Hmm.. Does that really work? If i want to do that, how do i install 1.6rom on my 2.1 X8?
And does anyone break the bootloader for X8 yet?
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check the links. no bootloader cracking has been done. basically, someone has pre-rooted 2.1 rom. to copy the rooted rom, 1.6 rooted rom required.
Yeah, but as far as i know, the bootloader has to be broken before any custom roms can be installed, ?
If not, i can install vanilla android 2.1 on the phone right? as long as i got the right drivers for cam and such?
I have X8 2.1 rooted Flash 10.1 does not work
Doesnt work on xperia x8 eclair. Get a job!!!
Sent from my E15i using XDA App
Please close and ERASE this thread, its completely pointless now, as it was from the beginning ..
racht said:
Please close and ERASE this thread, its completely pointless now, as it was from the beginning ..
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+10000000000
Misleading.Flash doesnt work.
N.
Sent from my E15i using XDA App
It won't work!
No matter how many times you try nd install flash player 10.1 it wont work!.....because for flash....u need a cortex A8 based cpu.....but x8 dsn't have a one! so.....forget it!...
it this doesn0t help.
look this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=827065
In an effort to keep the thread clean with developments and ROM's due to the fact we dont have a general section either this thread has been opened for all the support and help questions that people ask.
Please use this thread for all GENERAL SUPPORT questions regarding the RAY, this will keep our thread clean and easy for everyone to find ROM's and THEME's
Once you have asked please await someone to help and please thank them after by hitting thanks
We all need to keep our thread clean
Now including ROM LIST
Chiefy's Miui
Miui by iriijo
aire 4pda
CM7.2.0 FXP
Miui by Seatone
MiuiV4 iriijo
CM9 FXP
ICS by szl.kiev
RayOnium
Kernels and themes to be added
(if your rom is not listed here please pm me and I will add it)
Hello, Thnx so much for this thread.. i like the stock sms app in ray but the txt is so small. Is there a way to enlarge them? Thanks for your help. Waiting for the response...
nightwing_sw said:
Hello, Thnx so much for this thread.. i like the stock sms app in ray but the txt is so small. Is there a way to enlarge them? Thanks for your help. Waiting for the response...
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None that i know of. Maybe with some apk editing we can fix that, but i don't know. Ray's screen is too perfect that all the text is too small..
nightwing_sw said:
Hello, Thnx so much for this thread.. i like the stock sms app in ray but the txt is so small. Is there a way to enlarge them? Thanks for your help. Waiting for the response...
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You can use a third party app and customise everything
Hi all. I am really excited to install custom ROM in other thread. But I don't want to lose my apps and settings. Is there a way to backup and restore them after flashing? You know, need not an hour to do that. Thanks.
Sent from my ST18i using XDA App
Ridho1 said:
Hi all. I am really excited to install custom ROM in other thread. But I don't want to lose my apps and settings. Is there a way to backup and restore them after flashing? You know, need not an hour to do that. Thanks.
Sent from my ST18i using XDA App
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You can download an app from the market such as titainium backup or my backup, that will back up all your apps and data, once you install your rom download the app from the market again and restore. All of your apps will be restored
There are a few paid and none paid apps in market, I use paid version of titainium backup but i have used my backup in the past
nightwing_sw said:
Hello, Thnx so much for this thread.. i like the stock sms app in ray but the txt is so small. Is there a way to enlarge them? Thanks for your help. Waiting for the response...
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if your phone is rooted, you can edit file /system/build.prop. at string ro.sf.lcd_density=240 (9 from bottom) and change density to 260 or 280, than ALL text elements will slightly bigger. need reboot after changing.
Well frankly i don't think the messaging fonts are smaller... It's quite comfortable...
That lcd build.prop method was very common in Sensation section... but there we used to decrease it to 204 and with that you get 5x5 application drawer inn HTC sense...,don't know how it will behave here...
secondly, users reported that some market applications show incompatible if you change lcd density...
chiefy009 said:
You can download an app from the market such as titainium backup or my backup, that will back up all your apps and data, once you install your rom download the app from the market again and restore. All of your apps will be restored
There are a few paid and none paid apps in market, I use paid version of titainium backup but i have used my backup in the past
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or use Astro File Manager to backup your apps, it's free though
and download the latest version
Hi Gents
I have my phone rooted with unlocked bootloader and i use stock rom .42 with Doomkernel.
Now when I connect my Ray to PC, PC Companion says that new firmware is available for my phone (.62). Do you know what would happen if I would start updating through PC Companion? Brick? Loosing root? Nothing? Simply updating? What is your oppinion about that? Thanks for support.
Mylow777 said:
Hi Gents
I have my phone rooted with unlocked bootloader and i use stock rom .42 with Doomkernel.
Now when I connect my Ray to PC, PC Companion says that new firmware is available for my phone (.62). Do you know what would happen if I would start updating through PC Companion? Brick? Loosing root? Nothing? Simply updating? What is your oppinion about that? Thanks for support.
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Don't.think.you get brick doing it by.USB only.over the air.
My.bootloader is unlocked when I tired to update it told me I couldn't as running a moddified rom?
sent from my gorgeus Xperia Ray
I'd recommend reverting to stock form again(relock bootloader, unroot, stock firmware), then update
better safe than sorry
Any stable CM7 and MIUI ROM with fully wOrking everything in this Section?
ICS for Xperia Ray
HI Guys,
I am planning to buy Xperia Ray, but i didn't find any ICS custom ROM for this.
so here are my questions:
1. Will Sony Ericsson port ICS on this phone ?
2. Is there any ICS custom ROM for this set ?
Thanks in advance.
alidsd said:
HI Guys,
I am planning to buy Xperia Ray, but i didn't find any ICS custom ROM for this.
so here are my questions:
1. Will Sony Ericsson port ICS on this phone ?
2. Is there any ICS custom ROM for this set ?
Thanks in advance.
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There will be ICS on March/April this year. Don't fret. There are some beta/Alpha ROM here on MIUI version and CM 9 version.
has anyone been successful in using link2sd?
Changing launcher
hey guys,
i´m having some trouble with changing the launcher components....
according to THIS:
monkeytown said:
hey,
habe euch hier mal meinen veränderten arc launcher hochgeladen......vllt. hat ja jemand interesse
screens:
1
2
3
4
ansich wurden nur der homebutton, dock und die folder icons geändert
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i already did it some time ago...but now i can´t get it to work again and this file doesn´t exist anymore
my steps are:
- open .apk in betterzip
- take out some .png and change it
- replace the .png
- save the .apk
- sign it
- install
- error, app not installed
i did some searches and found something about deleting the files of the "META-INF" folder, but that didn´t work either
i guess it´s related to the launcher not just being a launcher but also a system-file or something
so...what am i doing wrong?
yujin_11 said:
I'd recommend reverting to stock form again(relock bootloader, unroot, stock firmware), then update
better safe than sorry
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Hi, and is there any way to relock the bootloader if it was unlocked through the "official" way? If there is can someone link it which is the safe? Thanks
monkeytown said:
hey guys,
i´m having some trouble with changing the launcher components....
according to THIS:
i already did it some time ago...but now i can´t get it to work again and this file doesn´t exist anymore
my steps are:
- open .apk in betterzip
- take out some .png and change it
- replace the .png
- save the .apk
- sign it
- install
- error, app not installed
i did some searches and found something about deleting the files of the "META-INF" folder, but that didn´t work either
i guess it´s related to the launcher not just being a launcher but also a system-file or something
so...what am i doing wrong?
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Just put the apk in system/app change permission to rw-r-r and restart.
you mean copy / paste with a file manager or install??
and why change the permission? the original launcher has other permissions (i´m just curious)
/e: oh ****, it worked
thx man!
can it do it the same way when modding the framework-res.apk?
This is a solution for all 2011 xperia phones.First you must root your device correctly.after that you need to download and install the app from the link below.that's all.Now connect your usb storage device by using otg cable.App will automatically mount your usb device to folder called "USB Storage" in your SD card root.This app also supports USB hard drives too.But keep on your mind to supply external power to your hard drive.I have tested this with many 2011 xperia phones with rooted stock firmware and it worked just soo fine.it also work with new ics update too.but you need have root access with it too.
This app is called USB Storage Manager for ARC but it works fine with other 2011 xperia devices too.Q5 manager is a another app gives usb otg support,but it is not working with some devices sometimes.It also cant automatically mount your usb device.Because this app is better than it.
"This app is paid app and it is just created for xperia arc.because i have created this apk,why you cant use play store to bye it for other devices.This link for just trying this and this is not for illegal use.If this thing is useful just dont forget to bye it and support developer."(using play store from your PC)
<MODERATOR EDITED>
Don't forget to thanx if this usefull........
help
Can you please tell me the method or post a tutorial on how to route the phone.
Following a,random site I dont want to screw up my phone. I have an xperia arc s
I'd be glad if you could tell me the procedure
Thanks
rikzy91 said:
Can you please tell me the method or post a tutorial on how to route the phone.
Following a,random site I dont want to screw up my phone. I have an xperia arc s
I'd be glad if you could tell me the procedure
Thanks
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Here is the tutorial http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330314
Hit thanks if i helped you
rikzy91 said:
Can you please tell me the method or post a tutorial on how to route the phone.
Following a,random site I dont want to screw up my phone. I have an xperia arc s
I'd be glad if you could tell me the procedure
Thanks
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Use this thread if you still didn't update your phone to new ics update:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582
If you have updated new ics update use this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
Read the thread completely carefully and do the steps as exactly as it says.
(post in this tread if any problem)
also there is an easy app to root your phone.try this,if it fail to root then use threads i posted.download link below,
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/82612571/UniversalAndroot_v1_6_2_beta6.apk
install the app and view it.choose your android version and simply root.
Issue With Busy Box
My Xperia Mini Pro is rooted and i have installed Busy Box yet its showing that busy box not installed plz help me now what to do
kirtesh08 said:
My Xperia Mini Pro is rooted and i have installed Busy Box yet its showing that busy box not installed plz help me now what to do
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This app do not recognizes the newest busybox, try <1.17, it should work
Does !work on LWW
Using CM9, rooted, unlocked. App does not work on my LWW. USB drives don't show up anywhere in the filesystem or the sdcard.
I m a Neo V user n I tried ir app,it worked perfectly with easy step,can I post a mirror in the Neo V forum? Of course I will give credit to u.
Good work bro.
I had hidden it inside another thread, but figured it should be mentioned in the Q&A for all those that could use it.
For ICS (android 4.0+)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
For GB (android 2.3.7)
It will guide you step by step through the unlocking process and rooting the Xperia U
(same principles apply for P & S but no examples/kernels provided)
Credits (links)
Guide based on the information provided by DoomLord
The 1.564 kernel is made by DoomLord
The 3.184 kernel is made by KeiranFTW
More information about warranty: visit Sony Forum
For the noobs:
Root / Rooting = to lift the default protection of the Android OS and gives you access to all system files that are normally hidden from you
This enables extra functionality but also requires knowledge about the android system to know what is safe to do and what not.
- Simple root use: changing theme elements / new battery icons / individually controlling the LEDs
- Advanced root use: overclocking your CPU / adjusting the OS / making a custom ROM
Nice!!
Is Their Any Solution To Root Without Unlocking Bootloader . I Know Their is One in XPERIA U Development Thread but Its Links Are Not Valid ..and moreover its for Xperia U .564 firmware but I Want it For The .184 ?...
That one was fake.. Might be possible when ICS comes.. But am not sure
Sent from my ST25i
Thanks! It actually helped me root my XPERIA U!
Followed the guide, my U lost the ability to change colors when viewing the themes (cosmic flow) although when viewing images it still works fine. Also started getting some lag. Any way to somehow fix these?
postnobil said:
Followed the guide, my U lost the ability to change colors when viewing the themes (cosmic flow) although when viewing images it still works fine. Also started getting some lag. Any way to somehow fix these?
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This is a known bug on the Xperia U. However to fix it, all you have to do is install the Light1.1.apk from the following thread (Credits to straciam).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823418
PS: I have not tested this app but I speculate that this will be the solution based on the comments in that thread. I would recommend you to read the thread first. If this helped, do thank me and the developer of the app
@nixx-X1: I would like to request you to incorporate a re-locking guide for Xperia U. I would've done it myself but seems like your video tutorial actually makes things simpler.
fareed_xtreme said:
This is a known bug on the Xperia U. However to fix it, all you have to do is install the Light1.1.apk from the following thread (Credits to straciam).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823418
PS: I have not tested this app but I speculate that this will be the solution based on the comments in that thread. I would recommend you to read the thread first. If this helped, do thank me and the developer of the app
@nixx-X1: I would like to request you to incorporate a re-locking guide for Xperia U. I would've done it myself but seems like your video tutorial actually makes things simpler.
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Will try to do that when I get home next week thanks. I now have a new issue lol. Recently tried out supercharged kernel by vito, prob is that when I press the power button the screen somewhat flickers before fading to black. It goes fuzzy like in a tv but only quickly. Tried turning off and on my phone but its still there. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
fareed_xtreme said:
@nixx-X1: I would like to request you to incorporate a re-locking guide for Xperia U. I would've done it myself but seems like your video tutorial actually makes things simpler.
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Will have a look at that if I have the time.
Haven't looked on how to do that (never bothered to do it myself)
PM me if you got useful info.
nixx-X1 said:
Will have a look at that if I have the time.
Haven't looked on how to do that (never bothered to do it myself)
PM me if you got useful info.
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To Un-root, all you need to do is Flash the stock ROM FTF. There are 2 threads in the Xperia U Development thread that has all the information of Download links to the FTF's ICS and GB. Just have a look. Just a quick guided video would be helpful.
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I am using the Supercharged Kernel too and I do not exactly know if it is a problem coz I believe it is the fade out effect. I never experienced any flicker of any sort. Could you please tell me what precisely is happening? BTW, what ROM are u using?
Thank's!
fareed_xtreme said:
To Un-root, all you need to do is Flash the stock ROM FTF. There are 2 threads in the Xperia U Development thread that has all the information of Download links to the FTF's ICS and GB. Just have a look. Just a quick guided video would be helpful.
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I am using the Supercharged Kernel too and I do not exactly know if it is a problem coz I believe it is the fade out effect. I never experienced any flicker of any sort. Could you please tell me what precisely is happening? BTW, what ROM are u using?
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Its the fade out effect. Before I used the kernel the screen normally goes black, now the fade out effect has gray and white fuzzy things. I don't think I have tried to change my ROM yet.
Blakred said:
Thank's!
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Which one is better? Root using this step or (Root with Restore by Bin4ry_v14) ?? I still new in this.. Hope you guys can help me. Just update my xperia U, now i use ics..
~Amar~ said:
Which one is better? Root using this step or (Root with Restore by Bin4ry_v14) ?? I still new in this.. Hope you guys can help me. Just update my xperia U, now i use ics..
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These root guide is Pre-ICS so for ICS you'll have to use different kernels then provided here or use the Binary methode
nixx-X1 said:
These root guide is Pre-ICS so for ICS you'll have to use different kernels then provided here or use the Binary methode
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For binary method, why some people are facing with error? If i want use the binary method, what i should install first??
Now i using xperia U (ics).
Nice !:laugh:
~Amar~ said:
For binary method, why some people are facing with error? If i want use the binary method, what i should install first??
Now i using xperia U (ics).
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binary methode only works on ICS. so take that one (don't forget to install busybox after it)
--edit--
have installed it today on my XU.
v13 of the binary methode works, v14_2 messes stuff up.
Hi
I'm having real problems.
I'm not a complete n00b but I can't get past the stage where I need to locate the drivers in device manager. I jut point to the folder where it is and nothing happens. It doesn't install the drivers. I have tried zipped and unzipped and still nothing. Please help
nixx-X1 said:
binary methode only works on ICS. so take that one (don't forget to install busybox after it)
Thanks :good: I have one more question to ask you if you don't mine.. Before i run the binary methode, what mode should my phone will be?? Flashmode or just connect it directly while it is on? Sorry for asking to many question.
Can u list the proper steps to run this correctly??
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~Amar~ said:
nixx-X1 said:
binary methode only works on ICS. so take that one (don't forget to install busybox after it)
Thanks :good: I have one more question to ask you if you don't mine.. Before i run the binary methode, what mode should my phone will be?? Flashmode or just connect it directly while it is on? Sorry for asking to many question.
Can u list the proper steps to run this correctly??
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Directly connect your in USB debugging mode.
You can enable it in in Developer Options in Settings..
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hi all,
yesterday i bought sony xperia sola and i dont know how to install applications in it.
i am a medical student and i need to install a medical decitionary "Dorland Medical Dictionary".
i downloaded an .APK format file from some website and when i try to install that file, it says: "ERROR....CANNT CONNCT TO D SERVR:.
please help & guide me in this regard.
thanking you in anticipiation.
looking for a speedy response.
Is your internet connection good??
Sent from my MT27i using xda app-developers app
yes, my internet connection is good. but i downloaded fil from some website and then transfer that file to my mobile thorugh bluetooth, when i tried to install. it showed me the above error.
Thread moved. Please post your questions here in Q&A in future.
Thanks
AvRS
Try to download this one:
http://www.4shared.com/android/A50av5L-/Dorlands_Medical_Dictionary.html
Send to your phone via bluetooth, and install when received,
Try to install through google play, it's the simplest way to install apps.
Of course you need to have google account.
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Although there is a way to install .apk directly. You have to allow installation from unknown sources (settings -> security -> unknown sources).
But I'm not sure, maybe phone root is needed.
thanks alot sir.... ill try to work it out........
@ zjarkov:
Sir, in case there is a need to root my phone..... how to do this?
secondly, can i root my phone myself.... is rooting need any software? if yes then kindly provide me the name as well as link from where i can download it. (if possible)
thirdly, does rooting need any hardware????
lastly, how difficult is to root a phone and how much time a rooting may take?
Sir, in case there is a need to root my phone..... how to do this?
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Installation through play store don't need root but if U want to do it, it is possible.
I start from end
lastly, how difficult is to root a phone and how much time a rooting may take?
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It's a tricky question coz it depends on your skills with PC but in general it takes few minutes if you have proper USB drives for your phone
thirdly, does rooting need any hardware????
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You don't need nothing special, only PC, proper USB drivers and microUSB cable (already have one from Sony).
Sir, in case there is a need to root my phone..... how to do this?
secondly, can i root my phone myself.... is rooting need any software? if yes then kindly provide me the name as well as link from where i can download it. (if possible)
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If you really want to root, you have to know what firmware do you have (settings -> about -> build number) e.g. "6.1.1.B.1.54" is the latest from sony. I don't have english menu, so I'm only guessing names of menu items.
I suppose you have "6.1.1.B.1.54", so follow instructions here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2029756
For USB drivers:
install and run PC Companion from Sony http://www.sonymobile.com/us/tools/pc-companion/
then connect your pnohe to PC and install drivers through PC Companion
thaks alot sir for the lovely and useful information and the guidance.
i appreciate the way to provided me the answers... hats off to U.
ummu206 said:
thaks alot sir for the lovely and useful information and the guidance.
i appreciate the way to provided me the answers... hats off to U.
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if you are using gingerbread, you have to unlock your bootloader first, then you can only root your phone. if you're on ics 6.1.1.10, you can use Root & Restore to root your sola... about 6.1.1.54 version, i'm still not clear about rooting it....
ummu206 said:
hi all,
yesterday i bought sony xperia sola and i dont know how to install applications in it.
i am a medical student and i need to install a medical decitionary "Dorland Medical Dictionary".
i downloaded an .APK format file from some website and when i try to install that file, it says: "ERROR....CANNT CONNCT TO D SERVR:.
please help & guide me in this regard.
thanking you in anticipiation.
looking for a speedy response.
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Hi. Don't root needed. Simply go to "settings > security " and tick the "Unknown sources" and OK the message that will appear.
That's it! This is for android icecreamsandwich (4.0.4) version, if you are in gingerbeard (2.3.7) this option may be in other place in settings(instead of security).