[Q] Root for Xperia s - Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go

Hi,
Have Xperia S, tf300 and new to android...
Basically why do i need root?
Like in iPhone i understand but with android what can i get?
In addition and as i can't post there, is there any risks with trying root like posted here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460 ?
Can i harm my device so i will not be able to use it?
Can i root my tf300 with it too?
And just of curiosity, how can i check if my bootloader is open? (I had problems upgrade my Xperia S to ICS and someone told me that maybe it happened because my bootloader is open).
Thanks.

I only use root to increase my battery life combined with SetCPU to set governors and profiles that my give you a couple of more hours of usage.
Other uses is to delete bloatware apps, that is, stuff that comes on stock Sony ROMs, apps that are only there to bother you, or eat your battery and or space.
It's definitively not like Cydia if you think it's the same. From my limited knowledge root grants you permissions that are otherwise locked.
You won't harm your device if you use it. And if you do, you can always recover your device using Sony Update Service.

Neo810 said:
Hi,
Have Xperia S, tf300 and new to android...
Basically why do i need root?
Like in iPhone i understand but with android what can i get?
In addition and as i can't post there, is there any risks with trying root like posted here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460 ?
Can i harm my device so i will not be able to use it?
Can i root my tf300 with it too?
And just of curiosity, how can i check if my bootloader is open? (I had problems upgrade my Xperia S to ICS and someone told me that maybe it happened because my bootloader is open).
Thanks.
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You can tweak the performance of your android device, faster scrolling, smoother ui, you can overclock your android device for much smoother gaming.
If you have a locked bootloader, you can update/fix your phone using SUS or PC Companion, there will be an error if you try to fix your phone via SUS or PC companion if you have an unlocked bootloader.

rhogz said:
You can tweak the performance of your android device, faster scrolling, smoother ui, you can overclock your android device for much smoother gaming.
If you have a locked bootloader, you can update/fix your phone using SUS or PC Companion, there will be an error if you try to fix your phone via SUS or PC companion if you have an unlocked bootloader.
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Well, i had a problem upgrading to ICS with pc,companion, i started the upgrade and in the middle i got an error that i couldn't get out of it, all the time i tried i couldn't complete the upgrade and my phone was didn't work and was stuck on the sony logo.
I managed to solve it just with SUS after almost got a heart attack
Don't know why i had it.
Anyway now all works but I'm afraid to do anything....
Regarding the root, like your and DrKrFfXx explanation, i guess i don't need root as I'm quite happy with how the phone is working.
One thing I'm missing is the option to do a restart without need to close and open the phone,
Regarding the root process mentioned in that post, i want to know if i can harm my device if i will do it like brick my phone.

I have no problem rooting my devices. I can say it because I rooted my Xperia Live with walkman, Xperia Play, Motorola Xoom, and Xperia S. And until now there is no problem.

rhogz said:
I have no problem rooting my devices. I can say it because I rooted my Xperia Live with walkman, Xperia Play, Motorola Xoom, and Xperia S. And until now there is no problem.[/QUOTE
But can i harm it? Can something goes wrong to brick my device?
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Neo810 said:
rhogz said:
I have no problem rooting my devices. I can say it because I rooted my Xperia Live with walkman, Xperia Play, Motorola Xoom, and Xperia S. And until now there is no problem.[/QUOTE
But can i harm it? Can something goes wrong to brick my device?
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It will not brick your device. It "may" harm your device if you overuse ocerclocking. But rooting itself will not harm your device.
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rhogz said:
Neo810 said:
It will not brick your device. It "may" harm your device if you overuse ocerclocking. But rooting itself will not harm your device.
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I meant if it can be bricked in the process of rooting.
it looks very easy to root in that post, like all it almost all automatic and what I'm afraid is that something will go wrong and will brick my device.
Sorry if i wasn't clear enough.
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Neo810 said:
rhogz said:
I meant if it can be bricked in the process of rooting.
it looks very easy to root in that post, like all it almost all automatic and what I'm afraid is that something will go wrong and will brick my device.
Sorry if i wasn't clear enough.
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Don't worry mate, It won't brick your device, and if there is a remote possibility of bricking your device, it won't be a hard brick, just a soft-undo-able-brick.
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Root using Bin4rys method!

Yeah root using bin4y's method.its simply awesome and easy..just one drawback u dont get to hv any recovery installedby this method but u can.use recoveryX for dat purpose
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Ok will try. thanks all for your help.

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[Q] unlock or not unlock?

Ok, theese phones are good, rooted we're able to do almost everything, but we lose DRM and other cool stuffs, so I'm not so sure if unlock my ray or not and I think many ppl are in my same situation. Do our phones really need to be unlocked? Well, maybe when any good ROM will be cooked, but now?
Motivate me please^^ and sry for my bad english
Do you enjoy your phone as it is now? Is your warranty still valid?
In my opinion you should keep it locked down, at least until a really good ROM comes out or your warranty expires.
Rooting and unlocking is mostly usefull for devices without stock gingerbread. Like x8 and x10 mini. But xperia mini is good without root. I have the mini and it is an awesome device. Keep it origional.
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As long as you don't have root, you don't own the device. Just saying.
Logseman said:
As long as you don't have root, you don't own the device. Just saying.
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right, I know... damn!!!!
My problem is far from crappy DRM but more for future updates as SE says "no updates via OTA with unlocked BL".
Does it means that with seus we'll still be able to update future fw ? In that case I'll jump on root procedure (cos I hate their "popcap games" app eating 9% of my battery stats !)
Logseman said:
As long as you don't have root, you don't own the device. Just saying.
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Not true at all. While you may not have access to the backend of your phone, it is still extremely customizable. Compared to something like an iPhone.
The option for root will always be avaliable to you anyhow, just because your phone isnt rooted now doesnt chaange that fact.
Sakem said:
SE says "no updates via OTA with unlocked BL".
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Can somebody confirm that PC updates are still ok with unlocked BL ?!
But you can,unlock-root-relock
=seus works again, and you got root. Cool huh?
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Are you really sure of that ?
'cause I tried, that you said ... and SEUS told me no available update and did not want i reinstall the fw !
zegoo said:
Are you really sure of that ?
'cause I tried, that you said ... and SEUS told me no available update and did not want i reinstall the fw !
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Its the same for me, no update i SEUS.

Xperia Ray locked after FOTA update

Hi first of all sorry for my poor english!
i have unlocked my xperia ray bootloader using the tutorial on the official sony ericson website losing my DRM data, and flashed using flash tool the official
ST18_4.0.A.2.368_GENERIC_(1248-9545).ftf file and all worked fine until i done the Firmware upgrade over the air and there my pone stopped working..
i have flashed another firmware but nothing
i cannot go even in the fast boot mode, only flash mode.
can anybody help me? pls
I dont think there is anything you can do. I read somewhere that happens when you unlock bootloader on official website and update it over the air. A hard brick i think its called.
Hope im wrong.
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Restore bootloader using s1 tool then repair with pc companion.
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Try this tool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
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katsukatsu said:
Try this tool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
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This works guaranteed
thanks a lot all fixed i was sure u guis can help me,
another question is there any way for me to turn back to official updates and using track id?
Did you even take the time to read the disclamer that Sony Ericsson has on their Developer site?
Known issues
It is currently not possible to unlock the boot loader for CDMA phones.
Some customers with unlocked boot loaders have experienced problems when they are accepting over the air upgrades (FOTA - Firmware upgrade Over The Air). For customers that have unlocked the boot loader, please do not accept any over the air upgrades. For additional information, check out the hints and tips from the community on the XDA forum.
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That answers the reason you bricked your phone.
And as it has been answered a gazillion times. NO NO NO NO. You CANNOT restore DRM or Track-ID. There are other third party apps that do the same thing.
Please note that you may void the warranty of your phone and/or any warranty from your operator if you unlock the boot loader. Sony Ericsson can then no longer guarantee the full functionality of your phone, and will not be responsible for any unsigned custom software being flashed to the phone after the boot loader is unlocked. Certain functions in your phone might cease to work, and performance might not be ideal. You might also damage your phone permanently. In the worst case, unlocking the boot loader will cause physical injuries or material damage, for example, due to the phone overheating.
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That includes but is not limited to: Official updates(especially ICS), DRM, Track-ID.
I'd recommend you did some research before unlocking your bootloader. It will save you a lot of time and stress.
no i readed all the disclaimer, fully knowing what i was doing. and the reason i have done the fota upgrade was only a stupid mistake i have pressed ok on the notification of update, becouse is similar with the market notification of updates, and i was only wandering if some genius in here was able to make the inverse process of the drm data thanks a lot for evrything.
katsukatsu said:
Try this tool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
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That worked great with my Ray.
Thank you very much.
dumraden said:
Did you even take the time to read the disclamer that Sony Ericsson has on their Developer site?
That answers the reason you bricked your phone.
And as it has been answered a gazillion times. NO NO NO NO. You CANNOT restore DRM or Track-ID. There are other third party apps that do the same thing.
That includes but is not limited to: Official updates(especially ICS), DRM, Track-ID.
I'd recommend you did some research before unlocking your bootloader. It will save you a lot of time and stress.
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Hi, I was always wondering then in such case you only shouldn't use OTA updates or does update through PC Companion would brick the phone as well? Do somebody might know the answer?
no the pc companion wont let you update, but if it dose (wich is impossible i think) it wil do same thing.. so update your phone with <flashtool only
Do you try to reflash with the stock rom??
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[Q] Rooted

Hello guys i would like to put this on my Xperia S http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574588
My phone is still new and it require root..
Can someone make it easy for me how to root tuit
and how to put the battery percentage plz..
Btw i did a hard seach in the forum but still cannot find how to
rood the Sony Xperia S
Help plz...
akhil201 said:
Hello guys i would like to put this on my Xperia S http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574588
My phone is still new and it require root..
Can someone make it easy for my how to root tuit
and how to put the battery percentage plz..
Btw i did a hard seach in the forum but still cannot find how to
rood the Sony Xperia S
Help plz...
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Unlock bootloader, flash doomkernel, rooted.
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K900 said:
Unlock bootloader, flash doomkernel, rooted.
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exactly, you made it sound so simple
after unlocking the bootloader, flashing a prerooted system.img will also work if you don't want a custom kernel.
Finding this should not be that hard: [Xperia S][INFO][REF] All that u need to know before u begin
Oh.. and unlocking the bootloader will also have some disadvantages like warranty and DRM related things.
Still not easy
can you link it step by step plz...
what i have to do first
(little noob)
I have not rooted my phone (yet..) i don't want to unlock bootloader.
I think its best if you start reading from the beginning of the previous link, or if you want to get started right away then:
see this tutorial for Unlocking Bootloader:
[Tutorial] Xperia S Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking
and this for rooting:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23181146#post23181146
DooMLoRD said:
If this tutorial is too much for you then itskapil wrote a step-by-step guide (and recorded a video also):
-Instructions: http://www.theandroidsoul.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-xperia-arc-play-neo-pro/
-Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRH3pC7MhEA
(the above videos and some steps are for Xperia 2011 devices, but most the steps are same for Xperia S)
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Thx man i will try it...
to root i will have to unlock bootloader??
is that really needed?
Arter bootloader i need to unlock also??
Currently it is the only way to root, later on another way will probably come along, but for now you must unlock your bootloader to root your device.
There isn't really much of downside besides losing some functionality in some apps due to the loss of your DRM key. It does not 100% void your warranty, but if you plan on overclocking and it goes wrong, your warranty will probably be voided.
shmoejoe said:
Currently it is the only way to root, later one another way will probably come along, but for now you must unlock your bootloader to root your device.
There isn't really much of downside besides losing some functionality in some apps due to the loss of your DRM key. It does not 100% void your warranty, but if you plan on overclocking and it goes wrong, your warranty will probably be voided.
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Let it be then i will wait for the easy way to come
Thx any way....
These step are truly very hard i did find how to bootloader its easy buthe root are hard to do..

[Q] Confused and Need HELP WITH ROOTING MY NEW TABLET S

Hey guys,
I bought my tablet s in April and wanted to root it at that time, but that time the rooting technique for release 5a wasn't known and now I read somewhere that it is again possible to root it. Please I want some help regarding this. I want you guys to clarify this confusion that I am having. "I*WANT TO ASK ULTIMATELY THAT IS IT POSSIBLE TO ROOT THE SONY TABLET S AND UPGRADE IT TO JELLY BEAN" . I also wanna ask that is there a stock jellybean custom rom available? Please reply ASAP
Sts doesnt have jelly bean but you can root latest firmware. Look at condi AiO
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I want someone to please elaborate this and explain the procedure in lay man terms
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rohit choudhary said:
Hey guys,
I bought my tablet s in April and wanted to root it at that time, but that time the rooting technique for release 5a wasn't known and now I read somewhere that it is again possible to root it. Please I want some help regarding this. I want you guys to clarify this confusion that I am having. "I*WANT TO ASK ULTIMATELY THAT IS IT POSSIBLE TO ROOT THE SONY TABLET S AND UPGRADE IT TO JELLY BEAN" . I also wanna ask that is there a stock jellybean custom rom available? Please reply ASAP
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The latest firmware update available for the Sony Tablet S is Android 4.0.3r5a, which is rootable using Condi's S.onyTablet.S [ALLinONE] Tool. At this time, there is no Jelly Bean update available or planned for the Sony Tablet S. Also, in the future, avoid being rude when asking strangers to do something for you.
Cat McGowan said:
The latest firmware update available for the Sony Tablet S is Android 4.0.3r5a, which is rootable using Condi's S.onyTablet.S [ALLinONE] Tool. At this time, there is no Jelly Bean update available or planned for the Sony Tablet S. Also, in the future, avoid being rude when asking strangers to do something for you.
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Im sorry if you thought so , but it wasnt meant in a rude way . i just wanna confirm that the rooting techinque for release 5a is exactly the same as the previous builds ? And will rooting with the tool erase all my data on my tablet s plus also wanted to ask is there a overclock kernel available for the tablet s ?
rohit choudhary said:
Im sorry if you thought so , but it wasnt meant in a rude way . i just wanna confirm that the rooting techinque for release 5a is exactly the same as the previous builds ? And will rooting with the tool erase all my data on my tablet s plus also wanted to ask is there a overclock kernel available for the tablet s ?
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You should not use capital letters because it sounds like you're yelling or demanding response
Also there's a lot of post talking about rooting and fw versions but....
1. For rooting use the AIO tool by condi like Cat McGowan said
This tool have the option to root any fw version of the STS
2. About all your data I recommend you make a backup of everything, in my case when I rooted mine my data was intact but as always do this procedure at your own risk
3. About overclocking kernel, we have locked bootloader so there's no way to do that even no custom roms
Regards!
limax182 said:
You should not use capital letters because it sounds like you're yelling or demanding response
Also there's a lot of post talking about rooting and fw versions but....
1. For rooting use the AIO tool by condi like Cat McGowan said
This tool have the option to root any fw version of the STS
2. About all your data I recommend you make a backup of everything, in my case when I rooted mine my data was intact but as always do this procedure at your own risk
3. About overclocking kernel, we have locked bootloader so there's no way to do that even no custom roms
Regards!
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hey brother from another mother
just encountered a problem while rooting while i select the 1st option it goes on saying connecting with device and nothing follows it
Plus how to enable adb ?
rohit choudhary said:
hey brother from another mother
just encountered a problem while rooting while i select the 1st option it goes on saying connecting with device and nothing follows it
Plus how to enable adb ?
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Before using Condi's AiO tool, make sure you have the ADB drivers installed and working on your computer, and USB debugging enabled on your tablet.
BluechipJ's Automated ADB Driver Installer for Sony Tablet S and P
To enable USB debugging on Sony Tablet S, go into the tablet's Settings > Developer options > and set USB debugging to ON (checked).
Thanks I'll try it. I get back to you if I get stuck somewhere in the process
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Successfully rooted. Thanks. Just wanted to ask how to remove all the sony bloatware?
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rohit choudhary said:
Successfully rooted. Thanks. Just wanted to ask how to remove all the sony bloatware?
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Get root explorer and go into system/app and delete bloatware apps
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One more clarification!!
I understand after going through Condi's post that I can root my STS. However it is still not clear if I can load a custom rom after rooting it? I like to install JB 4.1.2 on my Sony Tablet S.
Thanks for your prompt replies
Vijay
vijaychn said:
I understand after going through Condi's post that I can root my STS. However it is still not clear if I can load a custom rom after rooting it? I like to install JB 4.1.2 on my Sony Tablet S.
Thanks for your prompt replies
Vijay
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Currently, there are no custom ROMs available for the Sony Tablet S. Also, there is no Android 4.1.2 release available for the Sony Tablet S.

Help? Dumbass Bricked Z2

So yeah I just bricked my Z2 and I have no idea how to fix it.
Just to tell you what I did. My phone Z2, EE carrier, D6503 V 17.1.A.2.69
I wanted to update to 402 but I have never done updates before and had no idea what to do. So me being a dumb ass downloaded the Kernel D6503 17.1.1.A.0.402 and flashed this to my phone using flashtool, flashmode. Obviously this isn't how to update a kernel :good: So Now my phone is bricked. When i boot the phone up I get the sony logo but after that the screen is blank and I can't do anything.
My pc still recognises my phone but I cant reinstall from Sony as it says I already have the latest update. I tried using flashtool to reflash 17.1.A.2.69 but it gets stuck at reading device information. So is there any way to save it?
my bootloader is locked so dunno why I was trying in the first place
Soulide said:
So yeah I just bricked my Z2 and I have no idea how to fix it.
Just to tell you what I did. My phone Z2, EE carrier, D6503 V 17.1.A.2.69
I wanted to update to 402 but I have never done updates before and had no idea what to do. So me being a dumb ass downloaded the Kernel D6503 17.1.1.A.0.402 and flashed this to my phone using flashtool, flashmode. Obviously this isn't how to update a kernel :good: So Now my phone is bricked. When i boot the phone up I get the sony logo but after that the screen is blank and I can't do anything.
My pc still recognises my phone but I cant reinstall from Sony as it says I already have the latest update. I tried using flashtool to reflash 17.1.A.2.69 but it gets stuck at reading device information. So is there any way to save it?
my bootloader is locked so dunno why I was trying in the first place
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You should be able to reflash the .69. Try turning off the phone hard by pressing the power and volume up (I think, maybe it's down) button for three seconds, the phone should vibrate 3 times and then turn off. Now wait a minute or so then try to reflash the .69 firmware in flashtool. You may want to reset your computer too just to be sure.
Good luck.
Flash it again with stock firmware , first restart your computer ( unplug any usb cable ), try to get into download mode ( follow these steps ) And get the .69 ( build firmware ) then flash it with it and voila :fingers-crossed:
PC restart seems to have done the job, thanks guys! :laugh:
Is there anything I can actually do with my Z2 with bootloader unlock allowed: no?
Soulide said:
PC restart seems to have done the job, thanks guys! :laugh:
Is there anything I can actually do with my Z2 with bootloader unlock allowed: no?
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No, if your bootloader comes locked then there is nothing you or anyone can do to unlock it. Your only option is to sell it and buy a factory direct version if you want root access (for now).
enrique71 said:
No, if your bootloader comes locked then there is nothing you or anyone can do to unlock it. Your only option is to sell it and buy a factory direct version if you want root access (for now).
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Guess I'll leave it stock for now then!
Better leave it on stock :3 haha
shaf46 said:
Better leave it on stock :3 haha
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Hopefully in time a developer will find a Sony KitKat exploit to gain root access, but for now I haven't heard of anyone working on this. Hold tight, you never know :good:
enrique71 said:
Hopefully in time a developer will find a Sony KitKat exploit to gain root access, but for now I haven't heard of anyone working on this. Hold tight, you never know :good:
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my dream is that someone create a website like sammobile : http://www.sammobile.com/
And roms and stuff :') Life would be so good and easy
Lets' call it
sonyworld :3
anyone willing to create something like that ?
shaf46 said:
my dream is that someone create a website like sammobile : http://www.sammobile.com/
And roms and stuff :') Life would be so good and easy
Lets' call it
sonyworld :3
anyone willing to create something like that ?
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hah i would but the amount of licencing, government crap and many other things including security would make it imposible
hence why %80 of the internet is illegal
and about root, android 4.4.2 has literely 0 exploits, there are ways to root without a unlocked bootloader which i may just post but i need to work on it some more and test some more
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hah i would but the amount of licencing, government crap and many other things including security would make it imposible
hence why %80 of the internet is illegal
and about root, android 4.4.2 has literely 0 exploits, there are ways to root without a unlocked bootloader which i may just post but i need to work on it some more and test some more
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but how did sam mobile operate ?
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but how did sam mobile operate ?
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well from what i know sammobile doesent have much issues when it comes to licencing blah blah etc etc due to the country they are in
and they probably advertised right
aswell as market research, business method research
and not to mention samsung users at least in japan, england and france to my knowlage often buy accessories for their phone more so than that of a sony owner
ive found xperia owners commonly dont even buy as much accessories for their phones as HTC owners even
probably all factors combined it has made them successful at sammobile
(also a few hundred factors i didnt mention)
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Envious_Data said:
well from what i know sammobile doesent have much issues when it comes to licencing blah blah etc etc due to the country they are in
and they probably advertised right
aswell as market research, business method research
and not to mention samsung users at least in japan, england and france to my knowlage often buy accessories for their phone more so than that of a sony owner
ive found xperia owners commonly dont even buy as much accessories for their phones as HTC owners even
probably all factors combined it has made them successful at sammobile
(also a few hundred factors i didnt mention)
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Ohh :/ i really hate the way that we have to look out for rom then flash it, would be so much better a site like sammobile :/ just type the device name and tada :/
shaf46 said:
Ohh :/ i really hate the way that we have to look out for rom then flash it, would be so much better a site like sammobile :/ just type the device name and tada :/
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i think sony use to do that but they leave it to XDA developer forums
here you can find all you need for a device provided by the comunity
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http://www.xperiablog.net

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