hi
i just bought today the live with walkman,so my question is:
how to root it with the easiest method possible(i dont want to lose it)?my android version is 4.0.4 and last build 4.1.b.0.587
thanks in advance
a member with that score surely has to know how to root , anyway "EASIEST METHOD" unlock your bootloader and get a kernel that is prerooted , finish
dont want to unlock your bootloader you will do an easy long method, this > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1707284 , hit thanks if i helped
Easiest method is to flash pre rooted kernel.
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thanks bro but you know i just bought it and I used a samsung(very easy to use) after reading in sony's xda forum it's a little bit more difficult
and i think that unloking bootloader is a way better no?
and if i unlock the bootloader and a new update is available via sony pc companion can use it or is there any other method?
Sparksys said:
a member with that score surely has to know how to root , anyway "EASIEST METHOD" unlock your bootloader and get a kernel that is prerooted , finish
dont want to unlock your bootloader you will do an easy long method, this > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1707284 , hit thanks if i helped
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rachit.rc96 said:
Easiest method is to flash pre rooted kernel.
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con you please give me the link for the last and better kernel
just for information i have a locked bootloader
and any others tricks for this phone would be nice
now that i want to unlock bootloader
i enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Bootloader unlock allowed says NO
Sure.. If you want rooted stock then my recommendation is boot extended stock kernel ... Download here http://www.mediafire.com/?g94m9kgpsy0xe3v... For overclocking use rage kernel ...
There is already a thread on xda for installing custom kernel with locked bootloader..
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If you somehow unlock bootloader then you'll not be eligible for OTA updates since DRM keys are lost ... ( Official way ) ... However there is a TEST POINT which preserves DRM but is tedious and way too risky..
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midomad said:
now that i want to unlock bootloader
i enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Bootloader unlock allowed says NO
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I suggest you to not unlock the bootloader first and you should get use first with SONY devices and their application for development (like Flashtool,Sony Update Service,PC Companion,s1tool,etc.)
You can at least try to root your phone first (remember,once rooted,your warranty will be voided)
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Sure.. If you want rooted stock then my recommendation is boot extended stock kernel ... Download here http://www.mediafire.com/?g94m9kgpsy0xe3v... For overclocking use rage kernel ...
There is already a thread on xda for installing custom kernel with locked bootloader..
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If you somehow unlock bootloader then you'll not be eligible for OTA updates since DRM keys are lost ... ( Official way ) ... However there is a TEST POINT which preserves DRM but is tedious and way too risky..
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lol , the best kernel is Mesa 1.7 , cuz its based on 4.1.b.0.587 , other are on .431
rachit.rc96 said:
Sure.. If you want rooted stock then my recommendation is boot extended stock kernel ... Download here http://www.mediafire.com/?g94m9kgpsy0xe3v... For overclocking use rage kernel ...
There is already a thread on xda for installing custom kernel with locked bootloader..
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If you somehow unlock bootloader then you'll not be eligible for OTA updates since DRM keys are lost ... ( Official way ) ... However there is a TEST POINT which preserves DRM but is tedious and way too risky..
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thanks a lot dear can u please give me the link for custom kernel with locked bootloader because i think i cant unlock it
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lol , the best kernel is Mesa 1.7 , cuz its based on 4.1.b.0.587 , other are on .431
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now i can't unlock bootloader so i must use a kernel that support root and others optimisations for locked bootloader you see?
UchihaDareNial said:
I suggest you to not unlock the bootloader first and you should get use first with SONY devices and their application for development (like Flashtool,Sony Update Service,PC Companion,s1tool,etc.)
You can at least try to root your phone first (remember,once rooted,your warranty will be voided)
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yes root and ext(init.d support) is all i need i think
I've posted link above... Have you tried this https://play.google.com/store/apps/...nic&utm_term=installing+cwm+locked+bootloader
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I've posted link above... Have you tried this https://play.google.com/store/apps/...nic&utm_term=installing+cwm+locked+bootloader
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midomad said:
now that i want to unlock bootloader
i enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Bootloader unlock allowed says NO
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Then u only have paid method.
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Then u only have paid method.
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so no way to root with a locked bootloader?
i don't think so
Yes you can root, but only with the downgrade/upgrade method. You have to downgrade to gingerbread, root and then Run local-prop, Update with "wipe data" unmarked and then Run push-root-files. Just Check out the tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695514
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Sir, use this
talk. sonymobile. com/thread/41119?start=0&tstart=0
To unroot repair with "Sony update service"
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mihahn said:
Yes you can root, but only with the downgrade/upgrade method. You have to downgrade to gingerbread, root and then Run local-prop, Update with "wipe data" unmarked and then Run push-root-files. Just Check out the tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695514
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i did what u said and now i have root thank you
but now i lost arabic language with last update
thanks a lot guys
now i have a lwm with lokedbootloader and root+recovery
anyway to extend memory storage?
ps:anyway to add arabic also before i have it in last ics update but now no,i used that zip WT19i_4.1.B.0.587_Generic
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I read here forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500226
on step 1 it says we can root .62 but with custom kernels.
could anyone teach me step by step how to flash custom kernel that can root the .62 fw?
First, you need to unlock bootloader..
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LuisDias said:
First, you need to unlock bootloader..
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could you tell me how to unlock bootloader and where is the link of the custom kernel that I should flash?
Which device is yours? That would help
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LuisDias said:
Which device is yours? That would help
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im using xperia mini pro. hope you can help me further
Is your phone sim locked? You need to unlock first then unlock bootloader..
I'm on the phone right now, later i will post here the instructions step by step what you need to do
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LuisDias said:
Is your phone sim locked? You need to unlock first then unlock bootloader..
I'm on the phone right now, later i will post here the instructions step by step what you need to do
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no i havent unlocked my bootloader or sim lock and such.
im more than happy if you tell me the step by step
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
there's instructions here, the first page covers service menu and whether the bootloader can be unlocked for your phone. You can check the simlock in the same service menu.
The development stuff that they said to download was missing fastboot.exe so I hopefully attached that along with the drivers.
If you can and do unlock it, then it's time to worry about how to flash a new kernel
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http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
there's instructions here, the first page covers service menu and whether the bootloader can be unlocked for your phone. You can check the simlock in the same service menu.
The development stuff that they said to download was missing fastboot.exe so I hopefully attached that along with the drivers.
If you can and do unlock it, then it's time to worry about how to flash a new kernel
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Doesn't he need to have his phone sim unlocked? I think his phone is branded..
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Doesn't he need to have his phone sim unlocked? I think his phone is branded..
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Yes, and there's a check for sim lock in
Service info > Configuration > SIM Lock
isnt here ANY other way to unloack bootloader than by test pont method or official method!!!just bought an xpera mini st15i !!!plzzz helpp!!
Urghh if you mean other method than a TestPoint and official method = Nope,no method currently available...
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Try to ask your nearest phone service and ask them to unlock your bootloader
Well,I adviced you to NOT unlock your bootloader as it is hard to relock it back (especially if you want to receive official ICS by sony)
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i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
ms19 said:
i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
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As far as I know only stock roms can be instaled w/o bootloader unlocked :/
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samsung phones are much much much better in this case!!;9
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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I got lucky I could unlock it for free via Omnius it was a mess tho >.< but I'm very happy with the results
What's omnius
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It's like wotan server, allows you to unlock your bootloader, flash stock roms I think and check and repair your phone, it works for SE and Samsung if I'm not wrong :$
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You can check in here: http://www.omnius-server.com/
How about my phone, sk17i?
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luutuananh said:
How about my phone, sk17i?
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We both got XMP yeah, I unlocked my mini pro for free there, but offer expired
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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luiphilip said:
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
Someguyfromhell said:
You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
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Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everything works fine.
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Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everythings works fine.
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Yea, it is basically the same as you would go yourself through the guide on unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com.
Hello
I want to ask:If i unlock the bootloader over sony,will i be able to restore the warranty by relocking?
test point method voids the warranty permanatly because you have to take the sticker off the testpoints,wich voids the warranty.So,can I return the warranty by relocking the bootloader,even tho i unlocked over SONYs website
Please help me...
EDIT:i unlocked the bootloader over xda rom hub,easiest way.i dont care if warranty void because i never broke a phone.
shadik555 said:
Hello
I want to ask:If i unlock the bootloader over sony,will i be able to restore the warranty by relocking?
test point method voids the warranty permanatly because you have to take the sticker off the testpoints,wich voids the warranty.So,can I return the warranty by relocking the bootloader,even tho i unlocked over SONYs website
Please help me...
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No you can't, look here for information!
Too bad...
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Too bad...
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Just use a sharp pin and make a hole there. it cannot be noticed
piousheart said:
Just use a sharp pin and make a hole there. it cannot be noticed
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Will try.Can i restore the warranty if i unlocked over test points by relocking?
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Will try.Can i restore the warranty if i unlocked over test points by relocking?
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I'm not sure but if sony doesn't notice, you should still have warranty...
Ah,i forgot...Is it just me or did someone retarded take the picture of the test points on mini.How the hell am i able to know where to make a hole on the sticker if i dont even know on wich side are the testpoints? :S
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Ah,i forgot...Is it just me or did someone retarded take the picture of the test points on mini.How the hell am i able to know where to make a hole on the sticker if i dont even know on wich side are the testpoints? :S
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If u unlocked via the method that sony has provided, Relocking is the method that u can get warranty again. Honestly i unlocked via sony website too. Testpoint method will sure lose our warranty
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If u unlocked via the method that sony has provided, Relocking is the method that u can get warranty again. Honestly i unlocked via sony website too. Testpoint method will sure lose our warranty
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But isnt it the opposite?We loose DRM by sonys method and we give the unique IMEI of our phone to them.testpoint method doesnt require your imei either loose DRM
OOH,i forgot,I want cm10 soo bad:drool:.but is it worth unlocking the bootloader.I mean,my st15i is only 2 weeks old.
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But isnt it the opposite?We loose DRM by sonys method and we give the unique IMEI of our phone to them.testpoint method doesnt require your imei either loose DRM
OOH,i forgot,I want cm10 soo bad:drool:.but is it worth unlocking the bootloader.I mean,my st15i is only 2 weeks old.
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Yeah, its. Ur choice
Haha, i unlocked mine after buying 3 day. Yeah, its worth. Flashing custom kernels give u more performance too.
But flashing ics or jb decrease ur performance too bro
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Use official method . Tp Is extremely risky . You can always relock bootloader after official unlock.
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CM10 is in alpha stagehence many bugs and frequent crashes. Better install cm9 stable . However my advice is to unlock bootloader only of yourre not satisfied with current performance..
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rachit.rc96 said:
Use official method . Tp Is extremely risky . You can always relock bootloader after official unlock.
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CM10 is in alpha stagehence many bugs and frequent crashes. Better install cm9 stable . However my advice is to unlock bootloader only of yourre not satisfied with current performance..
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I dont experience lags,but i hate that lots of the roms like PA,newer sony firmware,... need a unlocked bl.And i watch over my stuff.i had a lg p350,xperia x8 before,and i didnt even use the warranty once-never broke it
Then pls don't unlock bl. Trust me custom Roms even like cm9 have many bugs .. No xloud/WiFi and others. Better stay with stock.
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Then pls don't unlock bl. Trust me custom Roms even like cm9 have many bugs .. No xloud/WiFi and others. Better stay with stock.
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Too late -.-
I dont regret it.official cm9 is amazing.just for the huge battery drain
And i can restore drm!!!!
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Good to know.
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Hi, iam new to Sony but did have htc wildfire I've rooted and overclocked, iam about to root Sony Xperia mini but I've noticed someone say theres 2 different methods depending on your bootloader I've done that *# code and checked it says yes so what iam wondering and wanting to find out is how to check the bootloader is locked or unlocked, iam on .62 software iam looking to downgrade, root then update, any help would be appreciated thanks
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Connect it to flashtool and look at the Bootloader Status: ROOTED or ROOTABLE. ROOTED means the bootloader is unlocked
Or you type *#*#7378423#*#* and go to service info -> configuration -> rooting status:
bootloader unlocked: yes [obviously it's unlocked ]
bootloader unlock allowed: yes [unlockable]
bootloader unlock allowed: no [not unlockable, only with a paid method]
Ok thank you, iam sure its locked and with *# I get yes so that means its unlockable, all I wanna do is delete standard apps that come on phone. So should I use and follow your method for locked bootloader? Do I just flash straight over the .62, thanks
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Sorry also where u say
MAKE SURE PC COMPANION OR SONY UPDATE SERVICE ISN'T RUNNING IN BACKGROUND WHILE YOU ARE FLASHING!!! DON'T USE THIS METHOD IF YOUR BOOTLOADER IS UNLOCKED, OTHERWISE YOUR DEVICE WILL BRICK!! (Unlocked bootloader can't do updates over the air, but flashing won't destroy your phone on unlocked bootloader!)
Is that on pc? Thanks
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Yes this is on PC
Yes just follow the guide to root it and afterwards you can delete all unwanted apps :good:
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Ok thank you
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Thanks
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Why you want to relock with custom ROM. it's not regain your warranty.
I think it will happen brick if you relock the bootloader. Not sure. You will receive a best answer from a developer.
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Custom kernel need unlockbootloader...
U brick or bootloop
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It will caught in bootloops... Or even no boot screen will be there...
(I've tried this before...
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draganz said:
Why you want to relock with custom ROM. it's not regain your warranty.
I think it will happen brick if you relock the bootloader. Not sure. You will receive a best answer from a developer.
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Warranty depends on regions...
In many regions, they don't check whether bl is relocked ...
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draganz said:
Why you want to relock with custom ROM. it's not regain your warranty.
I think it will happen brick if you relock the bootloader. Not sure. You will receive a best answer from a developer.
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i just wanted to check what would happen
Then phone won't boot
This reply might be too late, but it might help someone else;
If you relock the bootloader after custom kernel, the phone won't boot. You'll have to flash the stock kernel after that to make the phone work.
This happened to me when recovering the TA partition which also locks the bootloader. It was an Xperia Acro S, but I think the same applies to all Sony ones.