My xperia mini is still rootable after the ICS official update?
I make a dumb to press update in ICS and is possible to root my phone?
Device: Sony Ericsson
Model: ST15i
Unlocked Bootloader: Yes with the official way
Build Number (Firmware): 4.1.B.0.431
I searching for topic but i dont see any that can root my specific firmware... :crying:
Since your bootloader is already unlocked, install a custom, prerooted, kernel and you got the root.
It depends...
I don't know how having an unlocked bootloader affects your phone. Given that, you can't root SE's stock ICS. You have to upgrade to ICS from a rooted version of Android. For example, the latest version of SE's stock Android that you can root for ST15i is 4.0.2.A.0.42. Install .42, root it, then then carefully install SE's Android ICS upgrade but not wipe user data. If you're not careful, you just end up with an unrooted stock ICS again.
See thread.
"Tutorial]Root.Xperia 4.0.4 ROM [all h/m(dpi)] | 4.1.B.0.431 "
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kylenyc said:
I don't know how having an unlocked bootloader affects your phone. Given that, you can't root SE's stock ICS. You have to upgrade to ICS from a rooted version of Android. For example, the latest version of SE's stock Android that you can root for ST15i is 4.0.2.A.0.42. Install .42, root it, then then carefully install SE's Android ICS upgrade but not wipe user data. If you're not careful, you just end up with an unrooted stock ICS again.
See thread.
"Tutorial]Root.Xperia 4.0.4 ROM [all h/m(dpi)] | 4.1.B.0.431 "
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Installing prerooted kernel on stock unrooted ROM gives you automatically root access.
ics 4.0.4 root
After I updated from rooted 2.3.4 to ics 4.0.4 root was lost. Is there any method to root without unlocking bootloader
Dilushan said:
After I updated from rooted 2.3.4 to ics 4.0.4 root was lost. Is there any method to root without unlocking bootloader
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Look around in the forum, it's been discussed A LOT here already.
Dilushan said:
After I updated from rooted 2.3.4 to ics 4.0.4 root was lost. Is there any method to root without unlocking bootloader
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There is no way to root any device with stock ICS 4.0.4 / 4.1.B.0.431 with locked bootloader. You have to downgrade it first, and the upgrade with THIS method.
Thanks. Im rooting now
Dilushan said:
Thanks. Im rooting now
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Happy to help.
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Is there any .62 rom that can be flashed with stock fw .58?i rooted my lww and now i cant update it ota...please help me
any help?
Use PC companion or the sony Update service to update to 62...OTA with unlocked bootloader is not quite stable...
For SE Update Service : http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/update-service/
And you can use any custom rom with 58 rooted nd with CWM....no problem at all...
Well is your bootloader unlocked? If it is, just install any custom kernel that's root enabled and download and install a .62 ROM.
If your bootloader isn't unlocked, you shouldn't really be having any problems with OTA updating.
Thank you for your answer but I didn't unlock my bootloader and I just want to know is there any .62 rom that can be flashed with baseband 58
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i am just confused with your question.
the title states "Custom rom that can be flashed with fw 58 on lww?"
then your question states:
Is there any .62 rom that can be flashed with stock fw .58?i rooted my lww and now i cant update it ota...please help me
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if OTA does not work on your rooted .58,
you could try flashing another .58 firmware on your phone
for more information check out this thread and this one also.
i think what he ment was: is there a rom that doesn't required an unlock bootloader and based on fw58 or 62.
I been looking for the same but all the custom rooms required a custom kernel which almost mean an unlocked bootloader
maclx8 said:
i think what he ment was: is there a rom that doesn't required an unlock bootloader and based on fw58 or 62.
I been looking for the same but all the custom rooms required a custom kernel which almost mean an unlocked bootloader
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here is one that does not need an unlocked bootloader...
Xperia UXP NXT
@melander offtopic sorry! how is hybrom v16 and xkernel 4 working for you?
why you not update your FW to 62?
if your bootloader still locked, i think updating the phone via PCC or Update service is no problem even your phone already rooted
sorry for my bad english
huantong said:
@melander offtopic sorry! how is hybrom v16 and xkernel 4 working for you?
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its stable and has a good battery life,
Rooting your phone will not cause any problems with OTA updates to .62, you'll even get to keep root access.
Unlocking the bootloader *does* cause problems with OTA updates.
If all you did was root the phone and not unlock the bootloader it's safe to use OTA. It's what I did do get root on .62 since it was what my phone had when I bought it. Downgraded it to .42 (though .58 also works I couldn't find the ftf for it), root with zergrush and then update back to .62 using OTA. Went like a charm with zero issues.
Hope this helps!
Hello guys
I´m a newbie in this new phone... i owned an HTC HERO that i was completely good on rooting, installing ROMS etc...
But i´ve got this phone now.
Did a lot of research, read a lot of things but i´m not sure. Hope you guys can help me.
My Xperia mini pro is on its stock(factory) rom:
android 4.0.4
baseband 8x55A-AAABQOAZM-203028G-72
2.6.32.9 kernel
version 4.1.B.0.431
I´ve tried a lot of apps to root it(superoneclick, z4...) but none of them worked.
I´ve read that to root it, it should downgrade to another android version, root and them upgrade.
Is that correct? Or this device with this version of android and baseband can be rooted?
Thank you
Sergio.
It can't be rooted as it is now.
Either unlock the bootloader and install a pre-rooted kernel, or downgrade to GB and root it following THIS tutorial.
Also, if you read it already, I don't really understand why you are still asking how to do it
sergiopa said:
Hello guys
I´m a newbie in this new phone... i owned an HTC HERO that i was completely good on rooting, installing ROMS etc...
But i´ve got this phone now.
Did a lot of research, read a lot of things but i´m not sure. Hope you guys can help me.
My Xperia mini pro is on its stock(factory) rom:
android 4.0.4
baseband 8x55A-AAABQOAZM-203028G-72
2.6.32.9 kernel
version 4.1.B.0.431
I´ve tried a lot of apps to root it(superoneclick, z4...) but none of them worked.
I´ve read that to root it, it should downgrade to another android version, root and them upgrade.
Is that correct? Or this device with this version of android and baseband can be rooted?
Thank you
Sergio.
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ICS Firmware is impossible to root directly so far , you need to downgrade your phone to an older GB firmware if don't want to unlock bootloader here's the tutorial it's working 100%
Ok.. understanding more now...
which one is "safer" downgrading or custom kernel direct?
sergiopa said:
Ok.. understanding more now...
which one is "safer" downgrading or custom kernel direct?
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It's up to you .... if you want to unlock bootloader than only downgrading method is possible DO NOT flash a kernel with locked bootloader !
pator5 said:
It's up to you .... if you want to unlock bootloader than only downgrading method is possible DO NOT flash a kernel with locked bootloader !
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It's not bad if you try to install custom kernel with locked bootloader. The installation won't succeed as custom kernel has no official signature, so the installation won't be done.
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/41119
hit thanks if i helped you!!!
I used the dwn gradng process,,,nw rooted.
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i advice yhu Unlock BL first using Test Point Method den install Custom Pre-Rooted Kernel or get a good Pre-Rooted ROM!!!
Test Point Method:- http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
i used dat for my mini pro.....
Both methods are interesting......
Anyway, thank you very much guys, really.
Will try any of them soon.
Hi again Guys,
I need an info here.
I´ll downgrade the mini pro to GB and root.
After that, should i flash the ICS via flashtool or can i update it from SUS/Pc Companion or OTA?
In which case from SUS/PCCompanion or OTA i will loose the root?
Or i should ignore it and update via Flashtool?
I did not understand that part of the guide(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695514)
try to make in a few words(correct me if i´m wrong):
Download GB firmware and flash using flashtool
Root via Doomlord
The part III(preparation to root 4.0.4) ok.
After this, this is my doubt. Should i Flash ICS from flashtool or update it by SUS/PCCompanion/OTA ?
Flash GB.
Root it.
Run push_local.prop.cmd
Upgrade to ICS:
a) Using Flashtool -> Make sure you don't Wipe data. uncheck that box.
b) Using PC Companion / SUS -> Make sure you choose not to wipe data, too.
Run the other file which name I don't remember
That's all
ICS is not available via OTA.
Doesn't matter how you update, as long as you do the 01-....cmd file before updating.
If you use Flashtool, make sure to uncheck Wipe Data option.
Hello~ I need help ive done evrything to root my Xperia Neo ICS 4.0.4 [4.1.B.0.431] and LOCKED Bootloader here's the steps i did
1. Flashed Official ICS firmware 4.1.B.0.431 [4.0.4] and ticking no final verification
2.Flashed 4.1A.0.562 kernel so i could root.
3. After reboot, checked firmware version, still says 4.1.B.0.431 < im stucked at this.. can anyone help? thank you
rayzstyle123 said:
Hello~ I need help ive done evrything to root my Xperia Neo ICS 4.0.4 [4.1.B.0.431] and LOCKED Bootloader here's the steps i did
1. Flashed Official ICS firmware 4.1.B.0.431 [4.0.4] and ticking no final verification
2.Flashed 4.1A.0.562 kernel so i could root.
3. After reboot, checked firmware version, still says 4.1.B.0.431 < im stucked at this.. can anyone help? thank you
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Since only the kernel is flashed that is why it says 4.1.B.0.431.. For rooting of 4.0.4 we need to flash the kernel of the older version 4.0.3 and that is exactly what you did!
So carry on with your process of rooting i.e root your device with the DoomLord's ICS kit, install CWM and at last flash the orginal kernel for 4.0.4(4.1B.0.431)
yes..do the above said...carry on rooting 1st...gudluck
janmae said:
yes..do the above said...carry on rooting 1st...gudluck
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iamdchosen1 said:
Since only the kernel is flashed that is why it says 4.1.B.0.431.. For rooting of 4.0.4 we need to flash the kernel of the older version 4.0.3 and that is exactly what you did!
So carry on with your process of rooting i.e root your device with the DoomLord's ICS kit, install CWM and at last flash the orginal kernel for 4.0.4(4.1B.0.431)
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Thanks thanks i wil ltry again !
After flashing the old kernel, install ROOT / CWM then Flash the kernel again , and Uncheck Wipe Data / Wipe Cache / Check No Final Verification?
rayzstyle123 said:
After flashing the old kernel, install ROOT / CWM then Flash the kernel again , and Uncheck Wipe Data / Wipe Cache / Check No Final Verification?
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Yes. If you flash entire .ftf exclude everything except kernel.
Or simply flash kernel.sin trough fastboot, or if you don't know how to, there is .ftf with just kernel in my thread how to root 4.0.4.
I used the method you describe from a tutorial on the official Sony forums and it worked just fine. There, you'll also find the firmware/kernels you need. I cannot post external links here but if you search for "{Guide} How To Root Xperia™ Smartphone Running ICS or GB ( Ice Cream Sandwich or Gingerbread )" on google you should find thread 41119...
HI to all,
Sorry I am a noob here.
I have rooted my live with walkman ICS 4.0 by downgrading then rooting then upgrading it as seen on one of the popular XDA forums.
Currently my version is 4.1.b.0.431 and now I have got the update notification on my phone for version 4.1.b.0.587.
If I do this update then will I lose my root(superuser rights) or not?
Yes, at least if you are updating with SEUS.
Root access is easily regained, e.g. if you have unlocked your bootloader and follow the instructions which comes along with the usage of recoveryARC.img by Team FreeXperia.
SEUS?
ok thanks for ur support. But I have few more questions..
My bootloader is not unlocked and The notification comes in the handset itself
in the application "Update center" and this is according to me OTA update.
Is this same what you call SEUS ??
So if I update not via "sony pc companion" but via this update centre through phone itself then also I lose the superuser rights??
You will have to re-root your phone after update.
It can be done easily following this tutorial: http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/41119
It doesn't have any major changes but fixes some annoying lag on the phone dialer.
It also doesn't have flash player anymore so make sure you backup flash player and install it manually after.
hey thanks for helping me with this.
I already did the same procedure as shown but instead of flashing with 0.587 version I used 0.431.
Now my fone update centre shows 0.587 version available and it can be updated OTA(15.7mb).So my main question is if i now use this update centre to update my version instead of flashtool, will i lose my root access?
Yes, unfortunately. However, regain root access by the many tutorials seen on this board. If not, I am sure there are already people out there who has uploaded pre-rooted .587 images.
In the long run, if you are thinking of digging deeper into modding/hacking/development/whatever, I would advice you to unlock your bootloader if this is not already done. This will also be helpful if you want to make an nandroid backup of all your current content.
There is an official Sony (Ericsson) procedure at http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com, but I recommend you to use the s1tool + testpoint procedure if you want to keep the DRM keys intact. The testpoint differs from the Xperia 2011 models, so you have to search for your specific model. As far as I know, the Arc S (LT18) is excluded to this method.
tany with walkman said:
hey thanks for helping me with this.
I already did the same procedure as shown but instead of flashing with 0.587 version I used 0.431.
Now my fone update centre shows 0.587 version available and it can be updated OTA(15.7mb).So my main question is if i now use this update centre to update my version instead of flashtool, will i lose my root access?
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In not 100% sure what version you are now on but this link is awesome: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
All you have to do is flash with a rootable kernel, root and then flash back to the latest 0.587 kernel and you are rooted to the latest.
There is no need to downgrade the entire software just flash to a rootable kernel.
I hope this makes sense? But follow that link, it worked well for me.
hey thanx dude for all your support !!!!
Now the things are clear !!!
thanks once again !!!!:good:
sblob said:
In not 100% sure what version you are now on but this link is awesome: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
All you have to do is flash with a rootable kernel, root and then flash back to the latest 0.587 kernel and you are rooted to the latest.
There is no need to downgrade the entire software just flash to a rootable kernel.
I hope this makes sense? But follow that link, it worked well for me.
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CMIIW, but we can't flash new kernel on a locked bootloader, can't we?
I tried this method on my 431 ICS and it didn't work. Same as "tany" did, I had to downgrade to GB first to gain root access.
But unfortunately, I just lost my root access after updating to 587 with SEUS.
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zigma80 said:
CMIIW, but we can't flash new kernel on a locked bootloader, can't we?
I tried this method on my 431 ICS and it didn't work. Same as "tany" did, I had to downgrade to GB first to gain root access.
But unfortunately, I just lost my root access after updating to 587 with SEUS.
Sent from my WT19i using xda app-developers app
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Now what i think is that we have to follow same steps for rooting (downgrading rooting and then upgrading)
but instead of flashing with 0.431 flash with .587 rom ftf file. this is the only way for a phone with locked bootloader :silly:
tany with walkman said:
Now what i think is that we have to follow same steps for rooting (downgrading rooting and then upgrading)
but instead of flashing with 0.431 flash with .587 rom ftf file. this is the only way for a phone with locked bootloader :silly:
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Yep, it is the only way. I just regain my root access on 587 ICS by the same method.
And it's safe
tany with walkman said:
Now what i think is that we have to follow same steps for rooting (downgrading rooting and then upgrading)
but instead of flashing with 0.431 flash with .587 rom ftf file. this is the only way for a phone with locked bootloader :silly:
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I must be honest, I'm not exactly sure what flashing the kernal did and then re-flashing but it allowed me to root my phone.
My phone has a locked boot loader.
I wanna root my Xperia mini. My current android version is 2.3.4 and build version is 4.0.2.A.0.62. Is it possible that i root my device without flash a rom?
Check here bro,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1677507
means there is no other way to root my device without flashing rom?
obaidshera said:
means there is no other way to root my device without flashing rom?
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No you must flash it, that's necessary. In my signature there's a rooting guide, too, where you can see how to root
If you dont want to flash a ROM just Downgrade to .58