When ever i install something using CWM and then boot up the phone the same thing happens.It boots normaly to the point where the Sony Ericsson sign shows and disappears,and after thats its a blank lid-up screen.
PLEASE HELP ME!
k0k0t0 said:
When ever i install something using CWM and then boot up the phone the same thing happens.It boots normaly to the point where the Sony Ericsson sign shows and disappears,and after thats its a blank lid-up screen.
PLEASE HELP ME!
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what were u trying to flash
RealICS and ◢UNLIMITED™◣ !
are u one locked bl
I belive so,yes!
it says: Bootloader unlock allowed:yes
last time i checked
k0k0t0 said:
I belive so,yes!
it says: Bootloader unlock allowed:yes
last time i checked
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lol...
is u want to install real ics..
just get root and cwm
in cwm
format factory, cache , system , dalvik cache
install zip from sd
choose real ics
follow the on screen instruction
reboot
Thats why i started this,becouse it gets stuck after the Sony Ericsson sign dissapears!
Im gonna try to install a different firmware and try again,will post results after im done!
k0k0t0 said:
Thats why i started this,becouse it gets stuck after the Sony Ericsson sign dissapears!
Im gonna try to install a different firmware and try again,will post results after im done!
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Have you been on rooted ics before you flashed it? Cause that could solve your problem
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k0k0t0 said:
I belive so,yes!
it says: Bootloader unlock allowed:yes
last time i checked
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By the way this mean your bootloader is locked, but unlockable
I was on ICS a along time ago(a month or 2 if i remember right)for max a week and now im on GB(2.3.4)
OK,Forget updates.
Is there a way to flash RealICS or ◢UNLIMITED™◣ via flashtool?
k0k0t0 said:
OK,Forget updates.
Is there a way to flash RealICS or ◢UNLIMITED™◣ via flashtool?
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They are installed via CWM only
k0k0t0 said:
OK,Forget updates.
Is there a way to flash RealICS or ◢UNLIMITED™◣ via flashtool?
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No, you have to upgrade to ics (using flashtool if you want), but root gingerbread before, because ics by sony is unrootable (just able to root with flashing prerooted kernel or use kernel trick with for example neo kernel or downgrade-upgrade method with local-prop).
Use that method to root ics and install cwm. Flash the rom via cwm and done
Another thing.
Not quite a problem but why does my IMEI have 15 character instead of 14?
mihahn said:
No, you have to upgrade to ics (using flashtool if you want), but root gingerbread before, because ics by sony is unrootable. Use that method to root ics and install cwm. Flash the rom via cwm and done
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so i cant do it on GB?
k0k0t0 said:
Another thing.
Not quite a problem but why does my IMEI have 15 character instead of 14?
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Ignore the last number
Sent from my WT19i
k0k0t0 said:
Another thing.
Not quite a problem but why does my IMEI have 15 character instead of 14?
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Okay,so you want to unlock bootloader or what? If yes, to unlock you just type the first 14 numbers, this will work. Or was that just a general question? The IMEI has 15 numbers, but for unlocking you just type in the first 14
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k0k0t0 said:
so i cant do it on GB?
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This is for locked bootloader to root ics, for unlocked just flash a prerooted kernel (this is a boot.img)
Close please!
Look in the rom thread its wriiten that "locked boot-loader should get nAa's recovery". Search for it & ur problem would b solved. & u can always get ur bootloader unlocked which gives u full control over ur phone
Related
My mini is running vanilla 2.1 (rooted) and after I try to install Theme (trough xrecovery) and it got bricked (stuck at white SE logo) and the worst of all it can't be turn off. I already try to recover using SEUS, Flashtool but all of it unable to detect the phone. What should I do to recover it..??? If I take the phone to SE service center (it still on warranty) it's going to take 2 week for them to just flash the phone. I greatly appreciate any help/advise to recover the phone.
Thank's beforehand
arief.satriyo said:
My mini is running vanilla 2.1 (rooted) and after I try to install Theme (trough xrecovery) and it got bricked (stuck at white SE logo) and the worst of all it can't be turn off. I already try to recover using SEUS, Flashtool but all of it unable to detect the phone. What should I do to recover it..??? If I take the phone to SE service center (it still on warranty) it's going to take 2 week for them to just flash the phone. I greatly advise to recover the phone.
Thank's beforehand
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are u able to get into recovery ?? if yes then just reflash the ROM through recovery it will be fine relax..
faiyyaz said:
are u able to get into recovery ?? if yes then just reflash the ROM through recovery it will be fine relax..
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Unable to get into anything (not even to power off the phone)
faiyyaz said:
are u able to get into recovery ?? if yes then just reflash the ROM through recovery it will be fine relax..
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ooops it's look like I made to get into xrecovery, but what should I do next Factory Reset...??? Since I haven't backup anything using xrecovery...???
arief.satriyo said:
ooops it's look like I made to get into xrecovery, but what should I do next Factory Reset...??? Since I haven't backup anything using xrecovery...???
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Bro now that u have got into xrecovery .. just follow the steps u followed to flash your ROm [custom ROM].. if ur unable to understand tel il explain more..
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faiyyaz said:
Bro now that u have got into xrecovery .. just follow the steps u followed to flash your ROm [custom ROM].. if ur unable to understand tel il explain more..
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if u dont want to loose ur data n as u dont have a backup aswell..just follow what i said..reflash ur ROM with recovery ..ul be back to normal with ur user data..
faiyyaz said:
Bro now that u have got into xrecovery .. just follow the steps u followed to flash your ROm [custom ROM].. if ur unable to understand tel il explain more..
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if u dont want to loose ur data n as u dont have a backup aswell..just follow what i said..reflash ur ROM with recovery ..ul be back to normal with ur user data..
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How do I restore without having it backup on the first place...???
arief.satriyo said:
How do I restore without having it backup on the first place...???
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mate can u just reflash the ROM through the xrecovery the get your phone workin ,i guess that is more imp.. neways for ur knowledge it will just get ur files back as before..
steps:
1) flash ur ROm with Recovery
2)DONOT make a factory reset [or else ul loose ur user data]
3)reboot
n ur phone will boot normally
hope it helps
faiyyaz said:
mate can u just reflash the ROM through the xrecovery the get your phone workin ,i guess that is more imp.. neways for ur knowledge it will just get ur files back as before..
steps:
1) flash ur ROm with Recovery
2)DONOT make a factory reset [or else ul loose ur user data]
3)reboot
n ur phone will boot normally
hope it helps
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I don't see any "recovery" in xrecovery menu
Only Backup and restore, even that I already try restore but as I say before I haven't backup anything at all.
You have the .zip file in the memory card if you have it then install the zip file
EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT DONT WORRY
Sorry for my bad English
kkkhattak said:
You have the .zip file in the memory card if you have it then install the zip file
EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT DONT WORRY
Sorry for my bad English
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Unfortunately I don't have that zip file, any idea where I can get it...???
arief.satriyo said:
Unfortunately I don't have that zip file, any idea where I can get it...???
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How did you get this version
kkkhattak said:
How did you get this version
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If I remember correctly I got the xrecovery here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=859571
arief.satriyo said:
If I remember correctly I got the xrecovery here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=859571
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No The android version the 2.1 version
well sorry.. i guess ur new with the flashing thing.. see now i guess u are on the stock andriod 2.1 version ryt.. ? i thought u were on the custom ROM..so ul loose ur user data if u want to restore ur phone normal..
follow these
1) so download the attachement from this link http://www.mediafire.com/?a60eba9y0nfafqb
2) place the 2.1.1.C.0.0-R.zip in the sdcard
3)enter into xrecovery with ur phone
4)there is an option update from .zip .select it
5)then search for the 2.1.1.C.0.0-R.zip and flash it,wait til it gets done
6)thats it ur done
hope this was quite easy to understand
faiyyaz said:
well sorry.. i guess ur new with the flashing thing.. see now i guess u are on the stock andriod 2.1 version ryt.. ?
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just like I mention on my first post of this thread, I'm running vanilla (stock) 2.1
arief.satriyo said:
just like I mention on my first post of this thread, I'm running vanilla (stock) 2.1
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yes i am sorry thought u were on a custom ROM.. but follow the steps which made a post above urs..
arief.satriyo said:
just like I mention on my first post of this thread, I'm running vanilla (stock) 2.1
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How did you put this version into the mobile
kkkhattak said:
How did you put this version into the mobile
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bro its the default one which we get from Sony Ericsson.. just got confused as he wrote vanilla thinking its a Custom ROM
faiyyaz said:
bro its the default one which we get from Sony Ericsson.. just got confused as he wrote vanilla thinking its a Custom ROM
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Ohhhhhhhhh difficult one did you tried the sony erricson companion
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arief.satriyo said:
My mini is running vanilla 2.1 (rooted) and after I try to install Theme (trough xrecovery) and it got bricked (stuck at white SE logo) and the worst of all it can't be turn off. I already try to recover using SEUS, Flashtool but all of it unable to detect the phone. What should I do to recover it..??? If I take the phone to SE service center (it still on warranty) it's going to take 2 week for them to just flash the phone. I greatly appreciate any help/advise to recover the phone.
Thank's beforehand
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Hey dont take it to them it is rooted it will be very dangerous to take it to them
kkkhattak said:
Ohhhhhhhhh difficult one did you tried the sony erricson companion
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Hey dont take it to them it is rooted it will be very dangerous to take it to them
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well actually Sony Ericsson in my country doesn't had the same rigid standard about rooted phone. As long as no hardware had been compromised the warranty still fully apply, the only downside is it's took 2 week for them to just flashing the phone.
Rooted using zerg
Installed CWM
tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
tried to resolve using flashtool, and PC companion.
but still does not help.
any other ideas?
maybe i did the flashtool and PC companion wrongly?
i havent try SEUS. where can i find SEUS?
SEUS
Try flashtool again. I have fixed every stupid mistake with flashtool
Make sure sou also check wipe user data. Try to wipe everything possible (except SD card), to make sure no errors from previous installations remain.
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tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
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We'll there your problem. (in case you don't know) Custom ROMS + locked bootloader doens't go well.
i thought the bootloader was only to install CWM?
and since i have installed CWM without bootloader being unlocked, i thought i was good to go.
alright will try out SEUS.
BTW which version of flash tool, and which firmware should i be loading for the neo v?
oh anyway SEUS managed to salvage my phone!
thanks for the link!
BTW i got an off-thread question to ask, what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
serverxeon said:
what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
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Unlocking voids warranty.
But difference between rooting and unlocking: with rooted phone you had superuser right in your phone, BUT you can't flash different roms and kernel, because for that you need access to bootloader.
Unlocking bootloader giving you FULL access your phone. And this access is so great, if you don't know what you are doing, you gonna brick your phone very easy.
Also bootloader unlocking process is giving you root permissions.
Sent via MIUI 2.1.13
serverxeon said:
oh anyway SEUS managed to salvage my phone!
thanks for the link!
BTW i got an off-thread question to ask, what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
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Glad you fixed it!
taaviu said:
If you don't know what you are doing, you gonna brick your phone very easy.
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Is possible to brick it and never restore it anymore? I had a samsung spica and there was someways do hard brick it, but I always avoid that ways and be carefull. Can someone make a new thread explaining some essentials things? I have my Neo for about a week now
dioggo92 said:
Is possible to brick it and never restore it anymore? I had a samsung spica and there was someways do hard brick it, but I always avoid that ways and be carefull. Can someone make a new thread explaining some essentials things? I have my Neo for about a week now
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You can fix it anytime
Sometime it need only some credit to someone
Personally I recommended bootloader unlocking....because if you brick later your phone...fixing is much easily ....much
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taaviu said:
You can fix it anytime
Sometime it need only some credit to someone
Personally I recommended bootloader unlocking....because if you brick later your phone...fixing is much easily ....much
Sent via MIUI 2.1.13
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How much? just a wipe data and reinstall a new ROM? And in what situations I can/I must/I shouldn't use SEUS? On my old samsung spica there was a kernel version that if I use ODIN with it the phone get hard bricked and unable to fix it... Some people had to send it to repair.
On my neo I have .42 completely stock for now... After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
By the way, thanks
dioggo92 said:
How much? just a wipe data and reinstall a new ROM? And in what situations I can/I must/I shouldn't use SEUS? On my old samsung spica there was a kernel version that if I use ODIN with it the phone get hard bricked and unable to fix it...
On my neo I have .42 completely stock for now...
By the way, thanks
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Simple. Don't brick your phone. Before you do something..read forum, ask, analyse and then do it.
If you already unlock BL...then you can't use officials SE update tools.
But there is many other tools what working with ANY conditions BL.
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taaviu said:
Simple. Don't brick your phone. Before you do something..read forum, ask, analyse and then do it.
If you already unlock BL...then you can't use officials SE update tools.
But there is many other tools what working with ANY conditions BL.
Sent via MIUI 2.1.13
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After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
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I have found this, but doesn't talk about warranty...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335
dioggo92 said:
After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
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I have found this, but doesn't talk about warranty...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335
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If you locking bootlader again then YES.
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serverxeon said:
Rooted using zerg
Installed CWM
tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
tried to resolve using flashtool, and PC companion.
but still does not help.
any other ideas?
maybe i did the flashtool and PC companion wrongly?
i havent try SEUS. where can i find SEUS?
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It still amazes me why people do this. Se-tweak for unlocked bootloader well glad your fixed now
Sent from my MT15i using xda premium
People do this because is a rom compatible with stock kernel and WORKS PERFECT with CWM and bl locked, tested by me and a lot of this "stubborn" people who don't want, or can't, unlock their bootloader. Solution is very simple, tweak a little your update-script and make life easy to all these people who want install your rom and enjoy your work.
Is for unlocked boot loader. Not locked to be honest it's not worth it
Still incorrect as stock is crap and no point if you use stock no tweaks no point in se tweaked
Sent from my MT15i using xda premium
Build number : 6.0.A.3.62
Android version : 2.3.7
How should I root it?
I guess root is only available for .63, .67 and .73
Thanks
Why don't you upgrade to one of the newer frimwares then?
Just flash doom stock kernel,it has root and recovey.
You can find it in dev section.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1635582
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scook94 said:
Why don't you upgrade to one of the newer frimwares then?
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How can I upgrade it to one of the newer firmwares?
rahulwadhwani said:
How can I upgrade it to one of the newer firmwares?
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Do you not get a software update notification if you have it check for updates under settings.
You can always flash an ftf for your specific region with what ever version you want.
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Thanks.... Had the same problem and got it rooted
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
@rahulwadhwani and @all i rooted my phone and installed recovery by switching to the DoomLord Kernel.....I also maintained my .62 firmware, and got recovery and root.
Try Steps I Taken For This-:
1. Unlock Boot-Loader,Which is necessary -:
*http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions(I Did From Here) OR
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
2. Download latest Flash Tool from -:
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1588586
3. Download DoomLord Stock Kernel -:
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1635582
4. Make Phone To The FlashBoot Mode -:
*Click And Hold Up Volume Key While Plugging The Cable
5. Open Flash-Tool nad Select Flash Button ---> Flash-Boot Mode ---->Select The file Kernel File....If you can't see it there,try typing its name and click select.....
6. WoW you got New Advenced Stock Kernel With Root Permission And Recovery...ENJOY!!!!
pratyush_gamer said:
@rahulwadhwani and @all i rooted my phone and installed recovery by switching to the DoomLord Kernel.....I also maintained my .62 firmware, and got recovery and root.
Try Steps I Taken For This-:
1. Unlock Boot-Loader,Which is necessary -:
*http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions(I Did From Here) OR
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
2. Download latest Flash Tool from -:
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1588586
3. Download DoomLord Stock Kernel -:
*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1635582
4. Make Phone To The FlashBoot Mode -:
*Click And Hold Up Volume Key While Plugging The Cable
5. Open Flash-Tool nad Select Flash Button ---> Flash-Boot Mode ---->Select The file Kernel File....If you can't see it there,try typing its name and click select.....
6. WoW you got New Advenced Stock Kernel With Root Permission And Recovery...ENJOY!!!!
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Thanks. It worked
Sony Xperia S Build 6.0.A.3.62
i have the build 6.0.A.3.62 with android 2.3 gingerbread. i have unlocked the bootloader but don't know how to test if it is unlocked or something else is still required. after unlocking the bootloader, when i powered up the phone, it was like i just bought the phone. it gave me those 9 steps to follow in order to setup internet connection, google account sync, etc. so how do I know if bootloader is unlocked on this phone?
now I'm dying here to root the phone lol. its been 20 hours i've been messing with the phone. right in this thread pratyush suggested to download the flashtool. but when i goto the flashtool website to download the latest version, the link is broken. file not found.
so i'm just wondering if someone can give step-by-step instructions for the build 6.0.A.3.62 and help me to root this device please. would appreciate your help a lot.
thanks for the help ppl ..
Please get ics ...
Verstuurd van mijn LT26i met Tapatalk
Efe64 said:
Please get ics ...
Verstuurd van mijn LT26i met Tapatalk
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the latest one for my phone is 6.1.A.0.452 but all i wish to know, will it be easier to root the phone with 452 build? will i have to unlock the bootloader again after updating my phone to ics? i'm really a newbie and stupid when it comes to playing with electronic devices. but i can follow instructions accurately. sony gives a warning while upgrading that i wont be able to go back to 2.3 if i upgraded to ics. so all i wish to know, will it be easier to root the phone with present software build 62 or will it be better to upgrade and then root the phone on build 452?
please advise. thank you for your help.
zorathomas said:
the latest one for my phone is 6.1.A.0.452 but all i wish to know, will it be easier to root the phone with 452 build? will i have to unlock the bootloader again after updating my phone to ics? i'm really a newbie and stupid when it comes to playing with electronic devices. but i can follow instructions accurately. sony gives a warning while upgrading that i wont be able to go back to 2.3 if i upgraded to ics. so all i wish to know, will it be easier to root the phone with present software build 62 or will it be better to upgrade and then root the phone on build 452?
please advise. thank you for your help.
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You can go back to 2.3 just fine by flashing a ftf. There are a couple different methods to root ics. One needs an unlocked bootloader (flashing prerioted system image) the other does not (flashing multiple times while running some batch files). Both methods have posts in the dev section.
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thank you Spectre51,
thank you for answering my question. would appreciate if you could help me with these questions too..
1. is it easier to root my xperia s with build 62 or it is easier to do with build 452?
2. if i upgrade to build 452, will i need to unlock the bootloader again?
appreciate your help guys.. ur doing a fabulous job.
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ok as per Spectre51's instructions, i am upgrading the phone to the latest available software. i am using the pc companion to upgrade the phone software. i hope i can still play my games after upgrading to ics ..
(dam, this 5 mins wait is giving me fits..lol)
zorathomas said:
thank you Spectre51,
thank you for answering my question. would appreciate if you could help me with these questions too..
1. is it easier to root my xperia s with build 62 or it is easier to do with build 452?
2. if i upgrade to build 452, will i need to unlock the bootloader again?
appreciate your help guys.. ur doing a fabulous job.
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ok as per Spectre51's instructions, i am upgrading the phone to the latest available software. i am using the pc companion to upgrade the phone software. i hope i can still play my games after upgrading to ics ..
(dam, this 5 mins wait is giving me fits..lol)
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Easiest way is to unlock the booloader and flash the prerooted system.img you can then relock the bootloader if need be. That's for both ICS and GB.
Spectre51 said:
Easiest way is to unlock the booloader and flash the prerooted system.img you can then relock the bootloader if need be. That's for both ICS and GB.
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You dont need to root to flash an firmware. Just saying.
Upgrade to ICS. Its much better and it would be much easier to help you because everyone uses it..
Good luck.
alrighty .. i tried to update the software but after downloading some odd 500 MB worth updates, it says "your software is modified, so can't be upgraded"
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ok .. so i thought to do a factory reset on the phone settings > privacy > factory reset
it did factory reset and then i tried to upgrade the software. same thing ... it says, upgrade cant be done because the phone has modified software. i guess i will have to keep 2.3 gingerbread and then try to root the software. am i running out of options?
zorathomas said:
alrighty .. i tried to update the software but after downloading some odd 500 MB worth updates, it says "your software is modified, so can't be upgraded"
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ok .. so i thought to do a factory reset on the phone settings > privacy > factory reset
it did factory reset and then i tried to upgrade the software. same thing ... it says, upgrade cant be done because the phone has modified software. i guess i will have to keep 2.3 gingerbread and then try to root the software. am i running out of options?
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If you had unlocked the bootloader you need to relock it in order to do a software upgrade.
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Efe64 said:
You dont need to root to flash an firmware. Just saying.
Upgrade to ICS. Its much better and it would be much easier to help you because everyone uses it..
Good luck.
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Never said he had to root to flash a firmware. He has to unlock the bootloader to flash a prerooted system image.
Spectre51 said:
If you had unlocked the bootloader you need to relock it in order to do a software upgrade.
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Never said he had to root to flash a firmware. He has to unlock the bootloader to flash a prerooted system image.
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thanks for the help guys ..
are these prerooted system images on this link?
http://www.xdafileserver.nl/index.php?dir=Sony+(Ericsson)/SE+Xperia+S+(LT26i)/STOCK+ROMS/ICS
zorathomas said:
thanks for the help guys ..
are these prerooted system images on this link?
http://www.xdafileserver.nl/index.php?dir=Sony+(Ericsson)/SE+Xperia+S+(LT26i)/STOCK+ROMS/ICS
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No those look like the full firmwares. Check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1599303
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2
Is it me or is my post deleted?
Spectre51 said:
Never said he had to root to flash a firmware. He has to unlock the bootloader to flash a prerooted system image.
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Thats why i said, just saying.
Hi guys.....I am using xperia mini pro sk17i and i am sooo interested in having android 4.0.4 on my device.but the problem is i have unlocked my bootloader and i am now having ics generic port rom installed on my device.when i connect device to my pc pc companion dont recognize my phone, but MTP mode works(media transferring possible).also i have backedup official android 2.3.4 rom using cwm before i install generic port.i tried restoring it and connecting to pc,at last pc companion recognized my phone back(but i had to flash different custom kernel for android 2.3.4).but still it says "you already have latest update".i have latest pc companion also.i am living in sri lanka and my phone si 1249-0779.Anyone have any idea about the ics updated already released in sri lanka or not.will it cause mater for updating,because i have unlocked bootloader.is there a any thing cause damage what i have done,for updating official ics.......plz dont be upset with my poor english....
flash ur phone with stock rom link:http://thepiratebay.se/torrent/7129823/SK17i_4.0.2.A.0.58_Global and relock your boot-loader and try to update now... or else take your phone to ssc if you have warranty... don't forget to flash stock ROM and lock boot-loader if you are taking it to ssc..
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if that link is slow then try this one link:http://www.filecrop.com/74530445/index.html
sravan242 said:
flash ur phone with stock rom link:http://thepiratebay.se/torrent/7129823/SK17i_4.0.2.A.0.58_Global and relock your boot-loader and try to update now... or else take your phone to ssc if you have warranty... don't forget to flash stock ROM and lock boot-loader if you are taking it to ssc..
hit thanks if i helped
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if that link is slow then try this one link:http://www.filecrop.com/74530445/index.html
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wow brilliant man.....as i knew,there was no way to reverse unlocking bootloader.in this solution you are giving me a great gift.I will try this and tell you the progress.
sravan242 said:
flash ur phone with stock rom link:http://thepiratebay.se/torrent/7129823/SK17i_4.0.2.A.0.58_Global and relock your boot-loader and try to update now... or else take your phone to ssc if you have warranty... don't forget to flash stock ROM and lock boot-loader if you are taking it to ssc..
hit thanks if i helped
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if that link is slow then try this one link:http://www.filecrop.com/74530445/index.html
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oh.....i forgot to ask another thing.if i flash this stock rom, am i able to flash new kernels any more.
You are able to flash custome kernels as long as you have unlocked bootloader, if you relock it youll only be able to flash stock kernels via flashtool, correct me someone if I'm wrong
Lasanda said:
oh.....i forgot to ask another thing.if i flash this stock rom, am i able to flash new kernels any more.
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If you relock your bootloader after flashing stock rom (which I think is neccessary for updating to official ics BUT I'm not sure) you need to unlock it again and then you'll be able to flash new kernels.
mohsen1984 said:
If you relock your bootloader after flashing stock rom (which I think is neccessary for updating to official ics BUT I'm not sure) you need to unlock it again and then you'll be able to flash new kernels.
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Good idea....is it the same process unlocking back my device.i meen is that i need the unlock code from Sony Ericsson back,to unlock it again?(but still i did not tested this stock rom even.)
Lasanda said:
Good idea....is it the same process unlocking back my device.i meen is that i need the unlock code from Sony Ericsson back,to unlock it again?(but still i did not tested this stock rom even.)
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But you need not lock your bootloader. You can download flashtool and then flash the ftf files that you will get here in XdA as soon as the update is released. So that way your bootloader remains unlocked, and yet you will be running 4.0.4.
Thanks,
Rick
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Lasanda said:
oh.....i forgot to ask another thing.if i flash this stock rom, am i able to flash new kernels any more.
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if u lock your boot-loader then you cant install custom kernel... but as long as your boot-loader unlocked you can install any kind of sk17i kernel!!
DragonClawsAreSharp said:
But you need not lock your bootloader. You can download flashtool and then flash the ftf files that you will get here in XdA as soon as the update is released. So that way your bootloader remains unlocked, and yet you will be running 4.0.4.
Thanks,
Rick
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i was just searching for ftf.but i have still no idea about the official ics update is released for sk17i or not.any one does not mentioned it clearly...is it available through pc companion in any country?
ICS update is not yet released for mini pro in any country.
Check here talk.sonymobile.com/message/199353#199353
Lasanda said:
i was just searching for ftf.but i have still no idea about the official ics update is released for sk17i or not.any one does not mentioned it clearly...is it available through pc companion in any country?
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i don't think, sk17i is not having official ics update through PC-companion if you want to know clearly then you may go for this link:http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/3...log&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=ics+blogpost you'll know all about your ics update very well..
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But you need not lock your bootloader. You can download flashtool and then flash the ftf files that you will get here in XdA as soon as the update is released. So that way your bootloader remains unlocked, and yet you will be running 4.0.4.
Thanks,
Rick
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Agree. relocking is neccessary for OTA updates & since ICS wouldn't be over the air so you don't need to relock your bootloader. But I prefer to keep my bootloader locked when I'm on stock rom because there might be some OTA updates in the future
sravan242 said:
i don't think, sk17i is not having official ics update through PC-companion if you want to know clearly then you may go for this link:http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/3...log&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=ics+blogpost you'll know all about your ics update very well..
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yes.lets wait for it.
SUS and PC Companion will fail with installation, if bootloader has been unlocked with the official way.
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Someguyfromhell said:
SUS and PC Companion will fail with installation, if bootloader has been unlocked with the official way.
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Correct. So Lasanda should just use flashtool and flash the ftf he will get once the update is online. Its simple.
Thanks,
Rick
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DragonClawsAreSharp said:
Correct. So Lasanda should just use flashtool and flash the ftf he will get once the update is online. Its simple.
Thanks,
Rick
Sent from my SK17i using XDA
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But I think once you relock your bootloader that doesn't matter which way you did unlock it & either way works to update the phone. Am I right?
Android 4.0.4 for Xperia Mini, Mini pro and Live With Walkman released!!!
androidos.in/2012/06/sony-starts-rolling-out-android-4-0-update-for-xperia-mini-mini-pro-live-with-walkman/[/url]
Wat do u think about this guys? anyone got the update?? I tried but PCC shows no update
wtf. official ics updates has not available to update yet?
Nothing so far ...
After i installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6 my phone just keep restarting. i see the sony logo and then the android logo then it reboots over and over again.
here is what i did in detail:
1. i was on Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV3
2. i updated the phone to the official firmware 4.1.B.1.13 with sony update service
3. then i flashed the 4.1.A.0.562 kernel
4. rooted the phone
5. installed the 4.1.B.0.587 kernel (is this the problem, that i didnt install 4.1.B.1.13 kernel?)
6. installed x-part from market and installed CWM from x-part
7. Factory reset in cwm
8. wipe cache partition
9. wipe dalvik cache
10. Format /system (in mounts and storage)
11. Format /cache
12. Format /Data
13. installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6
14. installed Odexed_SuperleggeraV6_GOptimized.zip
15. rebooted
now my phone reboots over and over again and i dont know how to fix it, if anyone could please help i would be very glad.
Boot loop
Ray4 said:
After i installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6 my phone just keep restarting. i see the sony logo and then the android logo then it reboots over and over again.
here is what i did in detail:
1. i was on Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV3
2. i updated the phone to the official firmware 4.1.B.1.13 with sony update service
3. then i flashed the 4.1.A.0.562 kernel
4. rooted the phone
5. installed the 4.1.B.0.587 kernel (is this the problem, that i didnt install 4.1.B.1.13 kernel?)
6. installed x-part from market and installed CWM from x-part
7. Factory reset in cwm
8. wipe cache partition
9. wipe dalvik cache
10. Format /system (in mounts and storage)
11. Format /cache
12. Format /Data
13. installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6
14. installed Odexed_SuperleggeraV6_GOptimized.zip
15. rebooted
now my phone reboots over and over again and i dont know how to fix it, if anyone could please help i would be very glad.
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Try flashing different kernels
1. CTCaer
2. xKernel
3. vds
4. lupus
Search forum for link to download kernels.
If problem still persists flash the 4.1.b.0.587. Dont use 4.1.b.1.13. Repeat rest of the process
sourabhp said:
Try flashing different kernels
1. CTCaer
2. xKernel
3. vds
4. lupus
Search forum for link to download kernels.
If problem still persists flash the 4.1.b.0.587. Dont use 4.1.b.1.13. Repeat rest of the process
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i am on locked bootlader so i cant flash other kernels. And do you mean i shall flash the official 4.1.b.0.587 even though Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6 is based on 4.1.b.1.13?
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Ray4 said:
i am on locked bootlader so i cant flash other kernels. And do you mean i shall flash the official 4.1.b.0.587 even though Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV6 is based on 4.1.b.1.13?
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Well in that case, you can unlock BL using http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
The above method does not void warranty as you are not officially unlocking on sony mobile website.
I personally find superleggera v6 not so good.
Xperia Ultimate HD is currently best one.
Zelly cream also good but heavy
Both will work with stock kernels
sourabhp said:
Well in that case, you can unlock BL using http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
The above method does not void warranty as you are not officially unlocking on sony mobile website.
I personally find superleggera v6 not so good.
Xperia Ultimate HD is currently best one.
Zelly cream also good but heavy
Both will work with stock kernels
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i get Bootlader unlocked allowed: No
Do you know what i did wrong or what may have happen that makes my phone reboot over and over again?
Ray4 said:
i get Bootlader unlocked allowed: No
Do you know what i did wrong or what may have happen that makes my phone reboot over and over again?
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Flash the correct firmware + baseband and follow all the steps.
Also re-downloading the rom may work
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matgras said:
Flash the correct firmware + baseband and follow all the steps.
Also re-downloading the rom may work
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What baseband should i install?
bootloader locked
I believe Bootlader unlocked allowed: No is because it has SIM lock by the operator.
The method to unlock is not free. You will have to pay some amount to get Bootlader unlocked allowed: Yes
Ray4 said:
What baseband should i install?
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I dont know which one works best with ics
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sourabhp said:
I believe Bootlader unlocked allowed: No is because it has SIM lock by the operator.
The method to unlock is not free. You will have to pay some amount to get Bootlader unlocked allowed: Yes
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15€, then you get a custom ftf file which you should flash, then you have bootloader: yes
It's definately worth the money
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thanks for all the responses, but i can live with my phone having an unlocked bootloader.
unless i have to unlocked it to install a new rom, but i installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV3 almost 1 year ago and everything went fine then.
EDIT: for some reason it worked when i installed PureXperiaHDStage3, i dont know why, but my phone is working
Ray4 said:
thanks for all the responses, but i can live with my phone having an unlocked bootloader.
unless i have to unlocked it to install a new rom, but i installed Arcatarc's SuperleggeraV3 almost 1 year ago and everything went fine then.
EDIT: for some reason it worked when i installed PureXperiaHDStage3, i dont know why, but my phone is working
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Redownload superleggera and reflash it, probably something went wrong while downloading, that happens to me sometimes
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matgras said:
Redownload superleggera and reflash it, probably something went wrong while downloading, that happens to me sometimes
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Now its working, thank you all for helping
Ray4 said:
Now its working, thank you all for helping
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I wouldn't really recommend using Xparts for the Ray in the first place to be honest, it's not really a 'proper' CWM installation and I've read many posts in the past advising against it. Give this CWM zip attachment a try - I used it for well over a year back in the days when I had a locked bootloader. I've had this version of CWM for so long I don't remember the specific xda user that posted it (doomlord maybe?) Anyway, just enable 'usb debugging' and enable 'install unknown apps' on your phone, attach your usb cable and follow the 'readme' instructions in the zip file. It's dead easy to install, it should only take a couple of seconds, and boom! You've now got a proper installation of CWM on your phone.
I'd totally recommed unlocking your bootloader though, I was nervous about doing it for a long time but since I did it I've never looked back. Stay away from the likes of Wotanserver and other outfits like that though, if you want to unlock your phone properly and safely talk to this guy below - he's awesome, seriously.
Website: http://unlock-bootloader.com/
Xda Profile: http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3484087
matgras said:
I dont know which one works best with ics
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15€, then you get a custom ftf file which you should flash, then you have bootloader: yes
It's definately worth the money
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Even if phone was made after a certain period of time? I mean in some pages they say that if your phone was made after a date they can't do anything, that's my case
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amazingEspMa said:
Even if phone was made after a certain period of time? I mean in some pages they say that if your phone was made after a date they can't do anything, that's my case
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Hmm, I wasn't aware of that, you can however contact your carrier to unlock it
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matgras said:
Hmm, I wasn't aware of that, you can however contact your carrier to unlock it
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I doubt they'll do it. My country has a very crappy system about phone carriers
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amazingEspMa said:
I doubt they'll do it. My country has a very crappy system about phone carriers
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You can always try, maybe they'll do
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