Hello
Iam using SE NEO V...on ICS 4.0.3
I just need to know whether can i still use the testpoint method and unlock my phones bootloader or not?
Also if no .. then any other alternatives except official way..without losing warranty and drm
Thank You
sidsmasher said:
Hello
Iam using SE NEO V...on ICS 4.0.3
I just need to know whether can i still use the testpoint method and unlock my phones bootloader or not?
Also if no .. then any other alternatives except official way..without losing warranty and drm
Thank You
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Firmware version doesn't matter. 2 things that matters.
1) that your phone is older than 12w14, which you can check under battery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
2) go to service menu (dial *#*#7378423#*#*), then go to service info > configuration . At the bottom you should see this 'Bootloader unlock allowed': , if yes unlocking supported, if no it doesn't support
well it says 11w51......
so i guess i should continue
thank you..
I too want to unlock my bootloader
you can search on forums it's somewhere there
http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
Take a look
unlocking bootloader
Madfysh said:
Firmware version doesn't matter. 2 things that matters.
1) that your phone is older than 12w14, which you can check under battery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
2) go to service menu (dial *#*#7378423#*#*), then go to service info > configuration . At the bottom you should see this 'Bootloader unlock allowed': , if yes unlocking supported, if no it doesn't support
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my neo v says its 12w19, that means i cant unlock my bl.??? is it right.. or there is sum other way..
nd in service information it says yes. means i can unlock. what to do bro. plss help me .. i want to unlock my bl..
official method will work or not??
thanks..
12w19 = official unlock only,
luckily yours is unlock allowed =yes.
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unlocking bl
Madfysh said:
Firmware version doesn't matter. 2 things that matters.
1) that your phone is older than 12w14, which you can check under battery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
2) go to service menu (dial *#*#7378423#*#*), then go to service info > configuration . At the bottom you should see this 'Bootloader unlock allowed': , if yes unlocking supported, if no it doesn't support
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so on my neo v only official unlock will work..
but want to know that how much i will suffer by unlocking my neo v via officail method, cz there is so much of warnings posted on official site, regarding OTA nd DRM rights,, what actually i ll lose nd what i ll gain. can anyone help me on this.
what is DRM nd risk of losing it????
thanks...
Related
Bootloader Unlocking
Official Unlocking
→ Advantages : Safest method possible
→ Disadvantages : Will void warranty , DRM & stuff will be wiped ,You will not be able to update your phone by SE's official programs
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Unofficial Unlocking Method
→ Advantages : Will not void warranty if relocked & given to service center, DRM & stuff will not be wiped,You can update your phone by SE's official programs
→ Disadvantages : might brick if selected wrong TESTPOINT
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FAQ's
*See Attachments for more detailed view*
1.What is a TESTPOINT ?
A.It is used for function-test during production.
2. What do we use TESTPOINT for ?
A. To unlock our bootloader
3. How do we do it ?
A. we use a special software SETool & We connect our phone's TESTPOINT to ground (-ve)
4. Do we need to dismantle our phone to do this ?
A. nope
5. Where is this testpoint in our phone ?
A it is just above the simcard slot (a bit right-top)(pic in attachments)
6.'Might brick if wrong Point connected to ground' cannot we unbrick our phone again?
A.sure you can (needs SETOOL credits which costs some bucks & an account)
7.Is this method free ?
A.yes it is FREE , you need credits only to repair trim area
8. Does it works on sim locked phones?
A.No cause fastboot will be locked by the carrier
9. How to see if my phone supports bootloader unlocking ?
A.Dial *#*#7378423#*#* , then goto service info > configuration . At the bottom you should see this 'Bootloader unlock allowed' :YES , IF YES UNLOCKING SUPPORTED IF NO IT DOESN'T SUPPORT
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Useful Posts
!!!!TESTPOINT TO GROUND!!!!(NEGATIVE BATTERY POINT)(important)
PROOF : Works for neo v
Info about credits(not so important)
credits consumption(not so important)
If anything goes wrong use this thread [How-to] Repair Damaged Bootloader + Trim Area
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Relocking
Video Tutorial----XDA thread
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maintain extreme caution
Great news. For all Neo V owners, please vote to support your phone.
Thanks!
I unlocked my new phone (neo v)today in order to root my device.
But I found that there's no tools to root it.I tried superoneclick ,z4root and gingerbreak ,but all failed.
I hope for a tool to root it!!!!!!!!
thank you!!!
298800577 said:
I unlocked my new phone (neo v)today in order to root my device.
But I found that there's no tools to root it.I tried superoneclick ,z4root and gingerbreak ,but all failed.
I hope for a tool to root it!!!!!!!!
thank you!!!
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yes i've tried them too , it seems the EXPLOIT by which they work has been taken care in android v2.3.4
yeah i am hoping for a method to root my device too
Thank You for your voting in the above thread +1
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Great news. For all Neo V owners, please vote to support your phone.
Thanks!
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Thank You for your voting in the above thread +1
Unlock Neo V may be the same as the Xperia Neo in WotanServer use the same firmware as I have seen on their website
But I'm not sure if the same firmware
Karl.A.C said:
Unlock Neo V may be the same as the Xperia Neo in WotanServer use the same firmware as I have seen on their website
But I'm not sure if the same firmware
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I guess as the camera is diff, the libs will cause issues. Will not suggest to take risk.
All the old root methods are not working, looks like all old exploits are closed in 2.3.4. Looking for an exploit to root. Lets see. If anyone already rooted Neo v, please share.
I totally agree that it is a risk and I would not do it because I understand very little about the subject android.
but it is only a guess.
The issue is very large libraries because I do not understand
Is there any way relocking the bootloader ? Or still no change ?
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ssimmmo said:
Is there any way relocking the bootloader ? Or still no change ?
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no change... cant re-lock yet
hey guys , an awesome thread struck my eyes today , it says we can RELOCK our UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER
it works on ARC , NEO ... so it will work on NEO V too (i guess )
for people waiting to lock bootloader
FIRST MAKE SURE THIS WORKS (i've posted about NEO V , lets wait for the reply)
IF YES ENJOY , HAPPY RE-LOCKING
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335
Awsm Thread.................
Awsm Thread...Thank You and Great News to hear...... Neo V Rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
actually we should be thankful to the DEV'S
vimjam said:
yes i've tried them too , it seems the EXPLOIT by which they work has been taken care in android v2.3.4
yeah i am hoping for a method to root my device too
Thank You for your voting in the above thread +1
Thank You for your voting in the above thread +1
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Why u cant Root........This method works perfectly on all 2011 xperia models......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1353800.
Just Dwld,put u r phone in debugging mode and plug it in u r pc and Run the RUNME.bat file.It works perfectly on Neo V and all 2011 xperia models
yes i know NEO V can be rooted , i posted that comment before that method was released.....i rooted my device long ago...
vimjam said:
yes i know NEO V can be rooted , i posted that comment before that method was released.....i rooted my device long ago...
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oops!!!!!!!!!!!!!! sry didnt see the date
haha lol
Relock bootloader? Yes... we can =) here is Vid Guide for N00bs =) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVIUNXNbZhU
Enjoy
Thx you Blagus!
SĐF said:
Relock bootloader? Yes... we can =) here is Vid Guide for N00bs =) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVIUNXNbZhU
Enjoy
Thx you Blagus!
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Lol all I got to do now is unlock the boatloader as mine I can't unlock from what is says on the Sony Ericsson dev site. Mine phone is on T-Mobile any one got any ideas
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if you are on t-mobile then your bootloader & fastboot will be locked by your carrier...
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* , then goto service info > configuration . At the bottom you should see this
Bootloader unlock allowed :YES or NO , IF YES UNLOCKING SUPPORTED IF NO UNLOCKING IS NOT SUPPORTED
If it says NO then you have to buy 5 credits to use a full SETOOL to unlock your bootloader & you fastboot(if it is locked too)
@vimjam : The link Unofficial Unlocking Method 2 does not work.
Can you please update the same ?
How do I relock my Xperia Mini Pro? I unlocked it through the official way on the Sony Website and wanting to relock it now. I reflashed my phone to stock ROM with stock KERNEL and want to lock the bootloader. I downloaded Flashtool and now I don't know what to do. Should I use Flashtool or S1tool? Please help, thanks
Plus, Flashtool is not recognizing any drivers I have installed, I installed my phone's driver using Gordan Gate's which I got from WontanServer. Will I have to install the drivers manually?
If you used official method, you will need this file, attached to my post, inside the .rar file, and Flashtool. Just place the .ftf file in Flashtool/firmwares folder, then open Flashtool, flashmode and pick the relock_bootloader.ftf file. Make sure your phone is in Flashmode also.
About drivers...I cannot remember, which drivers did I install...
Thanks, a lot, I have finally relocked the bootloader. But just to make sure, how can I check If my bootloader is locked or unlocked? Thanks
BudgyN1 said:
Thanks, a lot, I have finally relocked the bootloader. But just to make sure, how can I check If my bootloader is locked or unlocked? Thanks
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Dial *#*#7378423#*#* service info>cofiguration.If it says bootloader unlocked allowed : yes then it's locked, if bootloader unlocked : yes then it's unlocked.
One qeustion by my side: After relocking the bootloader, is it posiible when you send it to the servis to be detected that the bootloader has been unlocked (or maybe that the device has been rooted) previously? I have relocked the bootloader and done repair with Pc companion so everything is like before well.....except that before i did a root with flashtool and didn't knew that the stock firmware isn't rootable like that and i lost 3G!!!!!!...now i must set to 2g in order to get signal coz i get with 3g weak signal and when i make a call it drops off. That's why i want to send it to the service
T3sla said:
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* service info>cofiguration.If it says bootloader unlocked allowed : yes then it's locked, if bootloader unlocked : yes then it's unlocked.
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Mine says bootloader unlocked : yes and it's unlocked !!!
babis01 said:
Mine says bootloader unlocked : yes and it's unlocked !!!
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I can't see the problem with that
T3sla said:
I can't see the problem with that
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Read the topic title.
Did you flash the .ftf file with Flashtool properly? It worked on me perfectly, was able to lock the bootloader without problems.
Someguyfromhell said:
Read the topic title.
Did you flash the .ftf file with Flashtool properly? It worked on me perfectly, was able to lock the bootloader without problems.
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I did.That's not the user who started the topic and he didn't provide info whether he tried to relock or not bootloader so...
T3sla said:
I did.That's not the user who started the topic and he didn't provide info whether he tried to relock or not bootloader so...
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No i didn't try to relock it and i'm sorry for the misunderstanding..
What i was trying to say is that if i reflash my phone to stock ROM with stock KERNEL and take it to service how will they know that it's unlocked?
If they try the known dial *#*#7378423#*#* method my devise says : bootloader unlocked allowed : yes
babis01 said:
No i didn't try to relock it and i'm sorry for the misunderstanding..
What i was trying to say is that if i reflash my phone to stock ROM with stock KERNEL and take it to service how will they know that it's unlocked?
If they try the known dial *#*#7378423#*#* method my devise says : bootloader unlocked allowed : yes
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I knew that your post had nothing to do with relocking patrida If you unlocked your phone with sony's official method you loose your DRM even if you relock it.Now, about the service, i highly doubt they gonna search if you unlocked it but i can't swear about that.There is also another method unlocking your phone without loosing DRM but didn't tried it and i don't know if they can detect it or not
T3sla said:
... you loose your DRM even if you relock it...
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Now i get it.. you loose your DRM the exact time you ask them to provide you unlock code!
So,no matter what you do afterwards they allready know which device is unlocked and which is not.. sosta thessalonikie mou??
My phone is unlocked with the "other" method and let's hope that i'll never have to take it to them and wonder if they detect it or not!!!
My phone now is locked and to check if your bootloader is locked or not, download S1tool. Open S1tool and click "Identify" and then follow the onscreen instructions. When your phone's information comes up it will say "R(some numbers and letters)". If you have a capital R means your bootloader is locked, if you have a small r means your bootloader is unlocked.
babis01 said:
Now i get it.. you loose your DRM the exact time you ask them to provide you unlock code!
So,no matter what you do afterwards they allready know which device is unlocked and which is not.. sosta thessalonikie mou??
My phone is unlocked with the "other" method and let's hope that i'll never have to take it to them and wonder if they detect it or not!!!
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You lose DRM, if you unlock via fastboot using official method. When DRM is gone, it is completely gone, currently there is no way of getting it back.
BudgyN1 said:
.. Open S1tool and click "Identify" and then follow the onscreen instructions. When your phone's information comes up it will say "R(some numbers and letters)". If you have a capital R means your bootloader is locked, if you have a small r means your bootloader is unlocked.
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Will try that tonight and get back to you with the results!
Can you guys please tell me what this "other" method is? The one by which you can unlock a Xperia Mini without loosing DRM.
papul said:
Can you guys please tell me what this "other" method is? The one by which you can unlock a Xperia Mini without loosing DRM.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285285
will this work on xperia active?
etherflux said:
will this work on xperia active?
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Yes. It should work on all 2011 xperia devices.
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papul said:
Yes. It should work on all 2011 xperia devices.
Sent from my ST15i using XDA
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thanks mate. i owe you one
---------- Post added 2nd April 2012 at 12:15 AM ---------- Previous post was 1st April 2012 at 11:53 PM ----------
thanks! this method works for xperia active
when i check *#*# code7378423#*#*
in service menu
Bootloader unlock allowed no
what should i do???
i need to unlock my bootloader
please pelp
get an unlock code from your network provider, some people have said that once they removed the simlock its let them unlock the bootloader. if that doesnt work then theres not much you can do untill someone works out another way to unlock it
no fastboot mode.
Theres only one solution I know of, and it may be a crazy one....
Use search first, and read the other 500 threads created on this topic ;-)
Short answer: No, not able to be done yet.
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dear hesamodin u can not unlock your bootloader if u want have a phone with rootable bootloader u must change your phone with another one with rootable bootloader before change with new phone u must check service menu and see yes in unlock bootloader allowed item
I do talk with movistar and they were say that in 15 days will have the unlock code sim from sony mobile, after this I think could unlock bootloader, is true?.
Cheers
pato66 said:
I do talk with movistar and they were say that in 15 days will have the unlock code sim from sony mobile, after this I think could unlock bootloader, is true?.
Cheers
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1705339
No one knows... yet
pato66 said:
I do talk with movistar and they were say that in 15 days will have the unlock code sim from sony mobile, after this I think could unlock bootloader, is true?.
Cheers
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i dont think so.
Re Post #2
Tried that with 3UK a while back, but unfortunately didn't help :-(
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If you want to unlock the boot loader, use the wotanserver.com
* In addition to sim unlock you get an unlocked bootloader.
However, it seems to me that at the moment, this service does not support SXS
Try to write the administration service.
dogsly said:
If you want to unlock the boot loader, use the wotanserver.com
* In addition to sim unlock you get an unlocked bootloader.
However, it seems to me that at the moment, this service does not support SXS
Try to write the administration service.
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= the post above was completely unnecessary as it does *NOT* provide a way of unlockning bootloader for SXS.
mehdi.xterra said:
dear hesamodin u can not unlock your bootloader if u want have a phone with rootable bootloader u must change your phone with another one with rootable bootloader before change with new phone u must check service menu and see yes in unlock bootloader allowed item
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What is a "rootable bootloader"?
For the Croatian members:
I've just called customer service of Vipnet( Vodafone) and they told me that there is no problem, you can unlock boot loader for only 480 HRK (~65€).
Well, if there's no free unlocking solution in few weeks I'll have to milk some cash. It's still better then locked for life.
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no way???
hesamodin said:
when i check *#*# code7378423#*#*
in service menu
Bootloader unlock allowed no
what should i do???
i need to unlock my bootloader
please pelp
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Pay more for a phone that's SIM-Free and not subsidized by a network. That is the only way.
guys, try the ezSEMC. it's realy working, but it's paid.
I'm not seller. I used it on my acro hd and i'd got the bootloader unlock allowed: yes.
What about U/P/Sola
papacarla said:
guys, try the ezSEMC. it's realy working, but it's paid.
I'm not seller. I used it on my acro hd and i'd got the bootloader unlock allowed: yes.
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xperia P isnt there... Working for this phone too?
thanks
the ezSEMC support xperia U?? if yes ill modific the status to bootloader to yes?
Anyone tried ezSEMC for Xperia S with sucess ???
Even paid, I think if it works is really worth...
I was just wondering whether (in my current condition) bootloader unlock allowed = no
should be bootloader unlock allowed = yes ?
I bought my sola from target (locked to vodafone AU) - but I already owned a telstra SIM, so I went to voda and got a SIM unlock code for my phone, and managed to successfully unlock my phone and use my telstra SIM, the thing is - shouldn't this mean that bootloader unlock allowed = yes ?
From my understanding and research, {if} SIM lock = no; {then} bootloader unlock allowed {should be} = yes; is this true ?
<Service menu screenshots attached>
I asked Vodafone and they gave me nothing useful, and then I asked sony and they reckoned it is not unlockable, but from what i have read, it should be ?
Their (SONY'S) Reply:
Unfortunately if the Bootloader is listed as not being unlockable this can not be changed. This is a choice of the network the handset is designed for and is not tied into any form of SIM or network lock.
Also something else that doesn't make sense is that Sony provided me with a bootloader unlock key even though they know it is not unlockable: ...
You have requested an unlock boot loader key from unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com.
Your unlock boot loader key is: 8***************
------ YOU DON'T NEED TO FINISH READING THE REST (ONLY IF YOU NEED MORE INFO), OTHERWISE PLEASE REPLY and thank you soo much in advance :fingers-crossed::good:------
{What I Sent Them}:
I unlocked the phone successfully from Vodafone using the unlock code they supplied to me to be able to use it with any carrier, but my Bootloader Unlock Status Allowed = No. Shouldn't it be yes, as I have no SIM lock now?
{Handset Unlock Procedure for IMEI: 352264057451326
Your unlock code is: 2159974611920211
Manufacturer/Model: SE_Xperia Sola}
Details From Service Menu:
Service Menu(apk)>Service Info > SIM lock:
[ ] Network Unlimited
[ ] Network subset Unlimited
[ ] Service provider Unlimited
[ ] Corporate Unlimited
Service Menu(apk)>Service Info>Configuration:
Rooting Status:
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
Their (SONY'S) Reply:
Unfortunately if the Bootloader is listed as not being unlockable this can not be changed. This is a choice of the network the handset is designed for and is not tied into any form of SIM or network lock.
Firstly
It took me a long time to read this m tired now
Secondly
Sim lock has nothing to do wid bootloader unlock
Sony gave u an unlock key
Bt remember u have to put only 14digits of ur imei to get a key
So u can say that its not DEVICE specific ( there are probabilities that key will work on 10 sony devices wid same 1st 14digits of imei) ( not necessarily true)
Its only a matter of luck that u got a handset wid unlock bootloader
drsanket_xperia_u said:
Firstly
It took me a long time to read this m tired now
Secondly
Sim lock has nothing to do wid bootloader unlock
Sony gave u an unlock key
Bt remember u have to put only 14digits of ur imei to get a key
So u can say that its not DEVICE specific ( there are probabilities that key will work on 10 sony devices wid same 1st 14digits of imei) ( not necessarily true)
Its only a matter of luck that u got a handset wid unlock bootloader
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Okay thanks man, you gave me exactly what I wanted to know :good::laugh::silly:
But is there anything I could do about unlocking it ? :fingers-crossed:
patsater said:
Okay thanks man, you gave me exactly what I wanted to know :good::laugh::silly:
But is there anything I could do about unlocking it ? :fingers-crossed:
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Unfortunately not my friend
Bootloader info is present on trim area
And messing wid it results in a hard brick no doubt
drsanket_xperia_u said:
Unfortunately not my friend
Bootloader info is present on trim area
And messing wid it results in a hard brick no doubt
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Okay, thanks for the help, really appreciate it :good:
drsanket_xperia_u said:
Unfortunately not my friend
Bootloader info is present on trim area
And messing wid it results in a hard brick no doubt
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just one more thing, why does my phone say that bootloader unlock allowed = no but i can flash kernels using flashtool without any problems?
patsater said:
just one more thing, why does my phone say that bootloader unlock allowed = no but i can flash kernels using flashtool without any problems?
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U can flash kernel.ftf via flashmode using flashtool
Because it is sony signed
U will never b able to flash any custom kernels
drsanket_xperia_u said:
U can flash kernel.ftf via flashmode using flashtool
Because it is sony signed
U will never b able to flash any custom kernels
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Okay, that makes sense. You've been a great help for me man! :laugh::good:
drasnket i got a question for ya please help me i sent u to your mail box
Desparoux said:
drasnket i got a question for ya please help me i sent u to your mail box
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I responded about loader.sin
Did u checked??
Yes ive solved it but now cant instal boot img I think its cwm but it fail dont understand anything
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can someone confirm these firmware are true or just rumour
ansebovi said:
can someone confirm these firmware are true or just rumour
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I am using. 587 firmware.
ansebovi said:
can someone confirm these firmware are true or just rumour
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ur screenshot is not clear...
jitkr said:
I am using. 587 firmware.
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bro connect ur ph. and try to update....
and please tell which version u r getting??
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rockstardeepaksharma said:
ur screenshot is not clear...
bro connect ur ph. and try to update....
and please tell which version u r getting??
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I can't update as having unlocked bootloader, and custom rom
jitkr said:
I can't update as having unlocked bootloader, and custom rom
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its k broooo..
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jitkr said:
I can't update as having unlocked bootloader, and custom rom
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Relock your bootloader via this and try the upgrade if you want. As far as I know, the .13 upgrade is available for xperia ray only. I tried to upgrade via SEUS, i get .587 build only not .13
shivamcheat said:
Relock your bootloader via this and try the upgrade if you want. As far as I know, the .13 upgrade is available for xperia ray only. I tried to upgrade via SEUS, i get .587 build only not .13
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I have officially unlocked the bootloader
ansebovi said:
can someone confirm these firmware are true or just rumour
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the image was blur but i think the latest firmware is .587 ICS
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jitkr said:
I have officially unlocked the bootloader
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It doesn't matter you officially unlocked your bootloader or not. You can relock it by flashing that .FTF file by flashtool containing loader file and regain access to sony services, only trackid isn't working after relocking the bootloader. you can also fix that by installing walkman mod with DRM files provided by ThilinaC..
shivamcheat said:
It doesn't matter you officially unlocked your bootloader or not. You can relock it by flashing that .FTF file by flashtool containing loader file and regain access to sony services, only trackid isn't working after relocking the bootloader. you can also fix that by installing walkman mod with DRM files provided by ThilinaC..
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Can i get back my warranty??
jitkr said:
Can i get back my warranty??
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i don't know will you get back your warranty or not if you have shown your phone at service center in UNLOCKED bootloader state, may be sony registers your IMEI for out of warranty but if you havn't shown your phone to service center in unlocked state then of course you will get back your phone's warranty. I tried this on my LWW and hence saying this with personal experience.
shivamcheat said:
i don't know will you get back your warranty or not if you have shown your phone at service center in UNLOCKED bootloader state, may be sony registers your IMEI for out of warranty but if you havn't shown your phone to service center in unlocked state then of course you will get back your phone's warranty. I tried this on my LWW and hence saying this with personal experience.
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Thanks i will update you soon, going to update by locking BL.
shivamcheat said:
i don't know will you get back your warranty or not if you have shown your phone at service center in UNLOCKED bootloader state, may be sony registers your IMEI for out of warranty but if you havn't shown your phone to service center in unlocked state then of course you will get back your phone's warranty. I tried this on my LWW and hence saying this with personal experience.
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As far as I know, you won't get back your warranty.
1) they ask for your IMEI number while you are unlocking bootloader only, and I suppose this is for tracking purpose
2) when I was unlocking my devices bootloader, I had read in the faq section of the guide that it's not possible to get back warranty because even if you lock the bootloader again, bootloader status will be shown as re-locked (not "locked" as it originally was) so the Sony people will know you've messed around with your phone
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achinthyah said:
As far as I know, you won't get back your warranty.
1) they ask for your IMEI number while you are unlocking bootloader only, and I suppose this is for tracking purpose
2) when I was unlocking my devices bootloader, I had read in the faq section of the guide that it's not possible to get back warranty because even if you lock the bootloader again, bootloader status will be shown as re-locked (not "locked" as it originally was) so the Sony people will know you've messed around with your phone
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1. They ask your IMEI not for tracking, its for generating unique unlock code of your device.
2. Where did you see your bootloader status as RE-LOCKED, as far as i know after relocking, flashtool says "Bootloader status: Rootable" not relocked and if you see in phone's service menu(*#*#7378423#*#*), it shows "Bootloader unlock allowed : Yes"
and i had given my phone on service center for some hardware issue after relocking BL and was solved.