I already have CM7 on my Arc S, and been trying to update to CM9, but I don't get past the boot process. I read through the Arc S development thread, but some questions remain:
1) can I update without losing the apps and data I have currently on my phone? or do I have to wipe data, system and cache to update to CM9?
2) do I need to flash a new kernel through fastboot, or will the current one I flashed for CM7 work?
thanks.
Why the hell are you asking here.
because I am not allowed to post in the developer thread where these kind of questions seem to be posted.
It is the Xperia S forum, not Arc S.
aah, sorry, my mistake - I will ask in the correct forum.
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I just unrooted and am on the 2.1 OTA ROM but not the MR4 how can I do this without wiping my phone
Seriously, the dev forum does not need 20 topics full of your individual problems. :/
I think this might be a better place for you to post:
http://androidforums.com/htc-droid-eris/
Hi. I've searched the forum and browsed quite a few threads, but haven't really found the answer I'm looking for - maybe (or probably) because I'll need to find pieces in various threads and put them together - which I can't - I'm a donk at phone software and the like - hey, I'm not even too sure that it's the right subforum, but I'll give it a go and hopefully you'll be able to help med out.
First of all - I need to be able to install app's on my SD-card - which I can't. Can't even install App2SD, link2SD and whatever the various apps are named. Have tried many things but it don't seem to help
My phones not rooted - is that the reason? If yes - how is the easiest (read safest) way to do it?
I've also read a bit about different mods and stuff, but some say that the SE OS is the more stable OS, so I guess I'll stay with that.
Here's the data about my phone:
SE X10 minipro
Model u20i
Firmware vers 2.1 update 1
version no 2.1.1.A.0.6
Well, I know that one of the steps needed in order to install apps on sdcard on official 2.1 rom is having it rooted and flashing app2sd to it... how complex is it? never tried.
Best tip I can mention is by flashing a custom firmware, it got anything needed in it and features some extras too... the whole forum is all about them, just pick one/some up and try them, one of the notes i can give you is syncing your contacts with gmail, so it will easily restored on the custom firmware one in a sec.
I'm currently using MiniCM7 Pro v6 Rom, im bumping back and forth with MiniCM6 rom because this one gives me some wifi/gsmnet issues sometimes... fixed by a reset,
Yet that issue i still recommend MiniCM7 Rom, Its just... faster.
Hello,
I've recently got a new Xperia Ray with FW 4.0.2.A.0.62 (Gingerbread). I haven't flashed anything yet and would like to do so with one of the ICS roms. But I couldn't figure out (out of the many threads around) the steps to do so on this particular FW.
I have CM9 on my Nook tablet and am very pleased with it. I would be happy to have anything that works this well (and better) on my Ray.
Can someone please point me to the steps required (rooting, bootloader ,flashing, kernel etc), and also recommend a good ICS rom (speedy, light, kind on the battery) for the .62 FW?
Appreciate any info and apologies for the sense of newbiness.
thanks.
Check this Q&A Thread for your phone.
For ROMs, look in the Ray Development section, read the topics and compare yourself.
To install one, you have to do the following:
Download the ROM you want.
If it doesn't include kernel itself, download a kernel that is compatible with this ROM.
Place downloaded .zip file on your SDcard.
Unlock bootloader.
Install custom kernel via fastboot.
Install custom ROM via Recovery.
Unlocking bootloader and kernel installation is included in my tutorial, check my signature.
so i just replaced my old Xperia X10 with my new SGS3 and i wanted to flash CyanogenMod on it, because i have used it on my X10before , on the SGS3 im running 4.1.2 and i have found a rooting tutorial but i couldnt find any specific information on whether i could flash it straight from that version of android, or if i have to downgrade to ICS first to make it work, because i have read in the CM rom thread that my Wifi may not be working so im worried about that. also what do i need to do before installing it, do i need to wipe data/cache/dalvik cache like on my x10 or not? thank you in advance for your answer
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so i just replaced my old Xperia X10 with my new SGS3 and i wanted to flash CyanogenMod on it, because i have used it on my X10before , on the SGS3 im running 4.1.2 and i have found a rooting tutorial but i couldnt find any specific information on whether i could flash it straight from that version of android, or if i have to downgrade to ICS first to make it work, because i have read in the CM rom thread that my Wifi may not be working so im worried about that. also what do i need to do before installing it, do i need to wipe data/cache/dalvik cache like on my x10 or not? thank you in advance for your answer
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CM10 discussion post is alive and well .
You are that worried then don't flash CM pick another less worrying rom .
Im just asking if i can install CM10 directly from rooted stock 4.1.2 or if i need to downgrade first
[email protected] said:
Im just asking if i can install CM10 directly from rooted stock 4.1.2 or if i need to downgrade first
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Yes you can
But with a 4.1.2, you have now a new bootlpader which include a new protection. So you will have a red exclamation mark on boot.
It doesn't matter, all is fine and everything will be working, it's just related to warranty service.
Check also forum, you can downgrade bootloader to avoid exclamation mark.
Hi there,
Excuse me for starting this thread, but it has been hours now, that I've been looking for a solution on the forum...
Unfortunately, couldn't get one
Let me introduce my device:
Sony Ericsson Live With Walkman
running 2.3.4 (.62) rooted with doomlord's kit by downgrading to (.58) and OTA update
CWM installed - full back up created on SD
bootloader unlock allowed:no
stock kernel 2.6.32.9-perf
So my question is : is there a custom ICS (preferably .587 based) rom that I could flash with CWM, directly onto the rooted 2.3.4 (locked bl), without the need of upgrading to generic ICS (when connect to PC it says that I already have the latest software updates) and of course without getting to brick the device?
Also it will be good if I keep the root on the phone.
Wrong section, bro. There is your place.
About your question. Yes, there are many ROMs based on stock ICS, but you mostly need to upgrade to ICS first. For example - xNXT, Revolution ICS HD, Zelly Cream, Viper etc.
If you want to upgrade to ICS, use Flashtool.
sry fr being a bit rude but u havent searched this section properly....
hav a look at the all-in-one roms,kernels,etc sticky thread by predatOr in this section...
Sorry guys, I only searched the development section... Never crossed my mind to look in troubelshooting. Thanks for the tip, you are the best
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