Can I install a ROM like Cyanogenmod7 or an MIUI if it doesn't require a custom kernel on a locked bootloader?
I can't unlock my bootloader because of simlock and I don't want to pay.
Only Xperia UXT NXP can be installed.
Better get rooted and customize as much as you want.
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Only Xperia UXT NXP can be installed.
Better get rooted and customize as much as you want.
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I am rooted but I wanted an easy way of customizing the statusbar and all that without messing around.
but you can install CWM and backup
then you can safely mess as you want
you can install CWM on rooted stock
Try UOT Kitchen, search in Google.
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Can someone tell em the advantages having CWM but loocked bootloader?
We can't install kernerls so roms neither...
It's a great work for sure, but what new can we do with CWM and locked bootloader?
You can make a backup of your stock rom ...or whatever rom you're using.
Krishna-Sukhraj said:
You can make a backup of your stock rom ...or whatever rom you're using.
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But you can't restore your backup right?
Yes you can.
What is point of backup if CANT be restored????????????????
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You can use Different rom, flash themes add content and I hole lot more,
HTC HD2 -Sasmung Galaxy S -HTC Desire HD my current Phones Samaung Galaxy 2 and Sony Ericsson Neo V bring on the flashing and Modding
Since I got my first android I had recovery. "XRecovery" back then lol
So yes if you want to do some cool things with your phone,,,,!,
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Can you use roms even when bootloader is locked?
vsaltao said:
Can you use roms even when bootloader is locked?
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Yes of course, look at the Motorola Defy/Milestone or other locked-bootloader phone subforum. You can't play with kernels/ change partitions size, but you can install custom roms
So I'm wondering what's the whole point of unlocking bootloader since I have no idea what its for.
Comments will be appreciated. Ty!
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qazaz said:
So I'm wondering what's the whole point of unlocking bootloader since I have no idea what its for.
Comments will be appreciated. Ty!
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So you can load custom kernels directly without having to bypass the stock kernel.
Its a lot cleaner and allows for more customisation like doomkernel v06 for unlocked bootloaders which includes a bootmanager. It also has the potential for cm7.2 (Maybe cm9) in the future, and full support from cm because we will be able to use cmw recovery not just xrecovery
Hi, I came from the Motorola bravo and now I have the x10a. I noticed things are a lot different here from there. I want to install a custom Rom but keep my bootloader locked. Is that possible? And also what Rom would you recommend for stability and speed? How do you overlook on the stock Rom? Sorry for all the questions, xperia is so much different from Motorola so I want to make sure my phone doesnt get bricked.
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marquae11 said:
Hi, I came from the Motorola bravo and now I have the x10a. I noticed things are a lot different here from there. I want to install a custom Rom but keep my bootloader locked. Is that possible? And also what Rom would you recommend for stability and speed? How do you overlook on the stock Rom? Sorry for all the questions, xperia is so much different from Motorola so I want to make sure my phone doesnt get bricked.
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Hello and welcome to x10 xda. Yes, you can flash locked bootloader ROMs as long as you updated latest 2.3.3official GB from sony pc companion, to get compatible baseband for most roms. Then, get your 2.3.3 rooted and installed xrecovery. Last is, download you desired ROM.zip and updates. Remember visit their thread and follow instruction properly.
If you are newcomer for rooting x10/flashing, you may visit my signature link for pdf guides. Although older version, but more stable and reliable and higher success to failure ratio.
For recommending awesome and smooth Roms for locked bootloader, try donutHD 2.2.8jelly bean. Its the best now for locked and unlocked bootloader. I got link too in my signature.
All the best
Whitefang
Thank you for your help. You are very much appreciated
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Hey, I recommend you to use any stock based rom you like, they are very different.
As for speed there are kernel's for locked BL, I'v used doomkernel v6.
Also i just unlocked my BL yesterday and its like a new phone. really recommended. (Im on FXP129 CM7 )
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Itamar2 said:
Hey, I recommend you to use any stock based rom you like, they are very different.
As for speed there are kernel's for locked BL, I'v used doomkernel v6.
Also i just unlocked my BL yesterday and its like a new phone. really recommended. (Im on FXP129 CM7 )
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What method did you use for unlocking? I'm looking to do it but I want to find the safest way ahaa
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i have searched but no one answer mi question. i mean:
suppose i am at .587 Frimware right? no root..
would doomlord toolkit work? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038
or i need to flash kernel too?
XperiaMiniProZ said:
i have searched but no one answer mi question. i mean:
suppose i am at .587 Frimware right? no root..
would doomlord toolkit work? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038
or i need to flash kernel too?
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I had a very quick look at that thread and it looks like it does.
It's always worth using the search button in these forums. It can save you a lot of time.
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good question, if ticklefish is right, then this will save me lots of time when i test new things on mi own roms, because it bricks often
Stock .587 is unrootable via adb.
ro.secure=1 makes it secure against exploit.
It does not it is for 4.1.A.0.562
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Why u worry first downgrade to ginger than just update via Ota i.e wifi.. Root will remain.. Easy ics with latest kernel..
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If you have boot loader unlocked then just flash the custom kernel as the kernels have in built su binaries and cwm recovery. As mine is also 587 built live with Walkman and I'm running cm10 on it. I have just flashed custom rom and that's it. No doom lord kit nothing else. Only kernel flash using flash tool
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Confirmed, Does not Work Tested it by myself
Why. What step you have taken for rooting via flash tool
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ajay74 said:
Why. What step you have taken for rooting via flash tool
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It's impossible to root it with a toolkit, see my rooting guide sticked in general forum how to root .587
I mean to say if you have unlocked bootloader then rooting via flashtool by flashing custom kernel is simplest and safest process. But you need bootloader unlocked
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Hi, lurking the forum about Xperia sola I noticed that exist this rom (experience v2) that I could install on my xperia sola ics (.54) NOT rooted and with locked BL...
So, I would some piece of information about it. I can flash this rom without unlocking the bootloader and without have rooted my ics .54?and then, if I would return to my original ICS .54 I can do it without unlocking the BL (I ask this just because my xperia sola is already in warranty and I don't wanna lose it)? Thanks in advance...
you can do it without unlocking bootloader but you need root for that and you can return to stock without unlocking
R: [Q] Flash eXperience v2 information requested
jatinrungta said:
you can do it without unlocking bootloader but you need root for that and you can return to stock without unlocking
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So I have to root it first and then I can flash the experience rom?I have to backup my ics rom or I can download it if I want to return to Ics?
Excuse me for my noob questions but I want to be sure before doing anything...
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freakTux said:
So I have to root it first and then I can flash the experience rom?I have to backup my ics rom or I can download it if I want to return to Ics?
Excuse me for my noob questions but I want to be sure before doing anything...
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No need to backup but you can flash stock ics if you want to revert back to original fw......
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freakTux said:
So I have to root it first and then I can flash the experience rom?I have to backup my ics rom or I can download it if I want to return to Ics?
Excuse me for my noob questions but I want to be sure before doing anything...
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Since you will be rooting your phone and you will be able to install CWM recovery,it wouldnt hurt you to back up everything!
You will be fully covered if something goes wrong or if you decide that you prefer your stock Sony rom,with the whole phone configuration as it is right now!
Better root your phone and take a back up first!
Then,you can try ANYTHING you want!