I rooted my Neo some time ago, but I'm not sure whether it has S-OFF. How can I check? Thanks.
I had my Neo in original GB. I rooted it using this Flashtool procedure: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709880. And the phone is with ICS now.
May I unlock bootloader now? And how?
blue blue man said:
I had my Neo in original GB. I rooted it using this Flashtool procedure: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709880. And the phone is with ICS now.
May I unlock bootloader now? And how?
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These are 2 methods to unlock Bootloader
1. testpoint - I used that and it's really simple
2. Officialy
I prefer testpoint so here u are --> http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
I would say go for official one.. because it is easy and anything official is great
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Thank you guys, these are very helpful.
I have also found this topic which may be useful for some others who read the topic later: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1409269
Cheers and HAPPY NEW YEAR 2013!
Yess bro you are right.. but See basically once you unlock your bootloader and even if u again lock it, its in re-locked state and not locked state.. whatever it is.. once u unlock the bootloader you void your warrenty anyways.. so even if we lose DRM whats the big deal?
Because if that was the case then at first place we would not root the phone or unlock the bootloader.. we know what we have to face after doing it
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No not always.. there are some roms wich u cannot flash having a locked bootloader.. but there are some.. here is the link for one..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1994064
This might help you.. for locked bootloader.. its a superb rom too.. dont forget to thank ghostfreak nb..
And yes, once you use flashtool, you will lose your warrenty.. cant help it there..
Hit thanks if i helped you..
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FD1999 said:
When you unlock bootloader the official way, you loose DRM for ever
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lost DRM is not important !
You can repair your phone using sus whenever you want to by just relocking bl !
Yeah very much right..
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vishal_android freak said:
basically once you unlock your bootloader and even if u again lock it, its in re-locked state and not locked state.. whatever it is.. once u unlock the bootloader you void your warrenty anyways.. so even if we lose DRM whats the big deal?
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It's not same.
lack of DRM certificate can easily be seen/spotted in service center, just by connecting phone to one program, which is not the case with "re-locked" or "un-patched" phone whose BL has been unlocked unofficialy via s1tool.
vishal_android freak said:
And yes, once you use flashtool, you will lose your warrenty.. cant help it there..
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Well, if you flash fw for same region then there is no way to know that phone has been flashed with flashtool.
And if "you" are smart enough you will make backup ftf before you star messing with your phone.
Or smart enough to know how to trick SEUS or PCC to flash different fw, by editing build.prop.
Just FYI, my BL was unofficially unlocked, flashed so many times (though before service center I flashed it with correct region) and they replaced my motherboard with no problems.
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lost DRM is not important!
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So who ever put DRM in the first place was stupid, right?
That's your opinion, but you can't say it's not important.
Superb explanation..:thumbup: thnx a lot bro..
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Does repairing from SUS or PCC need locked bootloader?
I have a unlocked bootloader from the official website of sony
And running cm7
I want to repair my neo v as all the roms related to cm7 are lagging
It wasnt like this before bt afta some months of daily changing roms and kernel cm7 cm9 miui lags
And i even flashed ftf files bt did not got any result
So i want to repair using SUS or PCC which is good for repairing? And does both of them need my cell again to be relocked?
Plz help n plz reply
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I dont think so, but why dont you just try it and see
chintu1234 said:
Does repairing from SUS or PCC need locked bootloader?
I have a unlocked bootloader from the official website of sony
And running cm7
I want to repair my neo v as all the roms related to cm7 are lagging
It wasnt like this before bt afta some months of daily changing roms and kernel cm7 cm9 miui lags
And i even flashed ftf files bt did not got any result
So i want to repair using SUS or PCC which is good for repairing? And does both of them need my cell again to be relocked?
Plz help n plz reply
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Yes you need locked bl, other way you cant update
So if i relock it using the ftf file found in xperia mini forums for relocking bootloader n afta the repair how do i unlock the bootloader again
Sorry for the noob question bt do i have to request a new unlock code from official site?
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chintu1234 said:
So if i relock it using the ftf file found in xperia mini forums for relocking bootloader n afta the repair how do i unlock the bootloader again
Sorry for the noob question bt do i have to request a new unlock code from official site?
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yes and yes but i think that is the same as the earlier
Pandemic said:
yes and yes but i think that is the same as the earlier
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Acutally i dont have my earlier unlocking code i forgot to write it down
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So which is better sus or pcc?
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chintu1234 said:
So which is better sus or pcc?
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almost same, both use same database.
try PCC then if it doesn't work try with update service.
I got 1 more noob question
Does repairing wl repair my neo v to its regional version coz i had flashed europian version from wotanserver
So will the repair wl flash back the indian firmware again?
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I got 1 more noob question
Does repairing wl repair my neo v to its regional version coz i had flashed europian version from wotanserver
So will the repair wl flash back the indian firmware again?
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No, it will flash fw for same region which you have on your phone at the moment.
Only locked bootloaders can update through sony companion or bridge for mac
If you have unlocked ur bootloader, you can easily search forums at XDA to relock ur bootloader and get updates from sony !
Is there any difference between serial no. xxxx-xxxx but same region
Is there any trick or something that it can flash back or repair to my original firmware?
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Is there any trick or something that it can flash back or repair to my original firmware?
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Only if you know your original CDF(customization) number. And no, that's not the one written on the back of your phone.
then how to i get it?
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Hello there,
I just bought xperia s yesterday
I used arc, but since yesterday I fell in love with xperia s.
Emm.. what I wanna ask is, is it worth to unlock my xperia s and root it?
Cause I know development on xperia s forum isnt so stable yet..
I'm scared I'm going to brick my Xperia S..
And then Im at Indonesia.
Which ftf shud I flash?
Generic world?
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I think you can flash central europe as you can remove more apps without root.
I am not sure if it has the asian language. I am currently using Singapore firmware which contains chinese and japanese keyboard.
In my opinion, if you are not planning to use custom ROM, you might as well wait till ICS released for rooting purpose. At that time, there should be a way to root without unlocking bootloader
hello_hello said:
I think you can flash central europe as you can remove more apps without root.
I am not sure if it has the asian language. I am currently using Singapore firmware which contains chinese and japanese keyboard.
In my opinion, if you are not planning to use custom ROM, you might as well wait till ICS released for rooting purpose. At that time, there should be a way to root without unlocking bootloader
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I'm using German as my primary language
So I think the central europe will work..
Well.. actually I'm planning to use a costum ROM..
But its just a plan.. I haven't see all of the costume ROMs here..
But I think I'll wait till someone made root without unlocking bootloader possible.
Thanks for your answer
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chitose_ndy said:
I'm using German as my primary language
So I think the central europe will work..
Well.. actually I'm planning to use a costum ROM..
But its just a plan.. I haven't see all of the costume ROMs here..
But I think I'll wait till someone made root without unlocking bootloader possible.
Thanks for your answer
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what is bad about ulocked bootloader? I new with android and I rooted my xperia couple of days ago so I had to ulock the bootloead, that´s why I am asking
berkis said:
what is bad about ulocked bootloader? I new with android and I rooted my xperia couple of days ago so I had to ulock the bootloead, that´s why I am asking
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Nothing bad cause it is allowed from sony itself
They speak that you will loose the drm key or something like that but I don't know what is useful for.
Don't worry,For warranty reasons you can lock it again.
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berkis said:
what is bad about ulocked bootloader? I new with android and I rooted my xperia couple of days ago so I had to ulock the bootloead, that´s why I am asking
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nothing bad.. im just affraid cause development on xperia s isnt as stable as arc's development..
but ive unlocked bootloader and rooted.
im happy for that
gm007 said:
Nothing bad cause it is allowed from sony itself
They speak that you will loose the drm key or something like that but I don't know what is useful for.
Don't worry,For warranty reasons you can lock it again.
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you can lock your bootloader again,
but u wont get the DRM key again..
as far as i know (if im not mistaken) DRM key is useful for warranty,
if u unlocked ur XS, then you void your warranty..
anyway, ive unlocked my phone and rooted..
so this thread can be locked
thanks xda
and thanks for the answers
how to root
hi ive unlocked bootloader , what do i do to root it / im new to all this . how would i know if my xperia s unlockedntry bootloader and if it is what is the next step. can i update to ics when it comes out if i root it
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hi ive unlocked bootloader , what do i do to root it / im new to all this . how would i know if my xperia s unlockedntry bootloader and if it is what is the next step. can i update to ics when it comes out if i root it
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Untill now,
root can only be achieved by flashing pre rooted.img via fastboot..
If u want to know wether ur phone is already unlocked or not, try unlocking ur phone via fastboot like what u did.
On the cmd will be written,
'"Phone already unlocked"
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Hi, my xperia s is coming in tomorrow and im really excited. I know I should check forum first but im on my mobile and it is hard to do it. But is there a root method for xperia s without unlocking bootloader? Like similar to zergling rush for arc ?
Thank you
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U have to unlock the bootloader to use flash, then you can relock it again after the firmware+stock ROM installation.. XDA has a thread based on it. Be sure to check it out =)~
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
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you didn't actually answer my questions lol. i mained asked if there was a root for locked bootloader but thanks for the reply. ill search forums now that i'm home
ashqmallik said:
U have to unlock the bootloader to use flash, then you can relock it again after the firmware+stock ROM installation.. XDA has a thread based on it. Be sure to check it out =)~
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hi guys
How to Root Xperia Sola without Unlocking bootloder
please I need step by step explanation
thanks 4 help
ghost_j1 said:
hi guys
How to Root Xperia Sola without Unlocking bootloder
please I need step by step explanation
thanks 4 help
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I'm waiting for my Sola so can't help... But you give not enought data... What FW??
ghost_j1 said:
hi guys
How to Root Xperia Sola without Unlocking bootloder
please I need step by step explanation
thanks 4 help
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Presently that's not possible!!!
You have to unlock your bootloader to root ur device!!!
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soulhackereborn said:
Presently that's not possible!!!
You have to unlock your bootloader to root ur device!!!
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ummmm then why its not possible ? is unlocking the bootloader something related to the root ???
ghost_j1 said:
ummmm then why its not possible ? is unlocking the bootloader something related to the root ???
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No working root exploit, you need to wait the official ics rom.
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ummmm then why its not possible ? is unlocking the bootloader something related to the root ???
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Yes bro he's right...
Only with ICS this cam be possible..
And the way things are looking and the latest which I read in Sony forum a guy frm UK asked for the date of update of ICS of Sola. On Sony Facebook page and he got an answer which was heartbreaking and disappointing "Q4 was the ans frm Sony ie; by the year end!!! "
atis112 said:
No working root exploit, you need to wait the official ics rom.
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Go FXP!!!!
mt27i
atis112 said:
No working root exploit, you need to wait the official ics rom.
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soulhackereborn said:
Yes bro he's right...
Only with ICS this cam be possible..
And the way things are looking and the latest which I read in Sony forum a guy frm UK asked for the date of update of ICS of Sola. On Sony Facebook page and he got an answer which was heartbreaking and disappointing "Q4 was the ans frm Sony ie; by the year end!!! "
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OMG by the end of the year !!!!!!
then there several question my mind if dont mind to answer me you or someone who knows the answer
1.in case I had unlocked the bootloader is installing ICS upgrade in future will relouck the bootloader and install a fresh copy of android OS?
I think yea it will relock it but I just wanna be sure...
2.Is unlocking the bootloader will effect the performance of mobile and is there any side effect for that ?
I reall dont wanna do that but I am forced to that for only one stupid reason goog leblack country list if anyone can suggest a solution I will be really thankful for not unlocking my mobile
3.and how about this thread I found today ??
[Daily Update]Root / Unroot Sony Ericsson Xperia 2011 v1.5 without unlock bootloader
I think that means there is away to do it without unlocking bootloader and some of supported mobile are not ICS
I had posted that this dont support Xperia Sola hople they will Help Us :'(
Finally please point me for a thread that provide step by step explanation for unlocking bootloader :'(
ghost_j1 said:
OMG by the end of the year !!!!!!
then there several question my mind if dont mind to answer me you or someone who knows the answer
1.in case I had unlocked the bootloader is installing ICS upgrade in future will relouck the bootloader and install a fresh copy of android OS?
I think yea it will relock it but I just wanna be sure...
2.Is unlocking the bootloader will effect the performance of mobile and is there any side effect for that ?
I reall dont wanna do that but I am forced to that for only one stupid reason goog leblack country list if anyone can suggest a solution I will be really thankful for not unlocking my mobile
3.and how about this thread I found today ??
[Daily Update]Root / Unroot Sony Ericsson Xperia 2011 v1.5 without unlock bootloader
I think that means there is away to do it without unlocking bootloader and some of supported mobile are not ICS
I had posted that this dont support Xperia Sola hople they will Help Us :'(
Finally please point me for a thread that provide step by step explanation for unlocking bootloader :'(
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1) there is a relocking bootloader. Tft file which relocks your bootloader only { DRM KEYS WONT RETURN}which will help you to bypass Sonys altered software error while updating it through SEUS or PC Companion n you can update your device without any problem to latest firmware....
2) No performance change is noticed rather the performance wil increase if you using custom roms...
3)it works only for Xperia 2011 device
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soulhackereborn said:
1) there is a relocking bootloader. Tft file which relocks your bootloader only { DRM KEYS WONT RETURN}which will help you to bypass Sonys altered software error while updating it through SEUS or PC Companion n you can update your device without any problem to latest firmware....
2) No performance change is noticed rather the performance wil increase if you using custom roms...
3)it works only for Xperia 2011 device
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uh gd gd thnaks but for the firs one do u mean that i have to relock my mobile before updating to ICS
Yes you have to relock it before update or you will brick your device..
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noim said:
Yes you have to relock it before update or you will brick your device..
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ok thanks a lot man thanks.... and I am still looking for away that only root Xperia Sola without Unlocking bootloder if anyone can help
thanks alot man for begging this much patience :good: :fingers-crossed:
WAX OFF:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159Doomlord tut
WAX ON:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1740243Flashtool special ftf by jozinek
Maybe this helps you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Hi for now, there are no known ways of rooting the locked Sola bootloader.
There are successful methods for this on ICS but not gingerbread, for now. I have tried so many.
Thanks for replies. Thread moved to the Q & A.
so we w8 ICS or FXP its like a race! xD
I got tired of waiting and crazy rumours so I did it, unlocked myself. I wanted root that much. Plus, I read B4anry explain in a comment exactly how Sony treats locked/unlocked bootloader, depending on what you've done, and I think I'm safe. He knows his stuff obviously!
Boot Loader UNlock allowed : NO
And now.... ?
I really woul like to make the root like in mine Smasung S2 is that possible ?
Can you help please friends ?
Best regards
Do i really lose warranty if i do it ?
shockeerc said:
Do i really lose warranty if i do it ?
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U will not lose warranty,If u not unlock your bootloader.Bootloader unlock allow :no=no u can't unlock it
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You only lose warranty if you unlock the bootloader, but if it says its not allowed then you cant do anything. But you can root anyways, its not necesary to have unlocked bootloader to root, if you need root there is one easy way, i cant post outside links because my account is new, just google mgyun vroot, enter the first option and download that tool, then you only have to plug in your phone with usb debugging on and click on the green button then just wait until it finishes. I hope this helped you somehow.
Worked!!!!!! Fukkin right!
It worked on my xperia u st25a with bootloader locked. Thanks man.
kitchenergeye said:
It worked on my xperia u st25a with bootloader locked. Thanks man.
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What did you use to get "bootloader unlock allowed : yes" ?
I think he said he got it rooted. Not change the status from no to yes
its possible to set the unlock bootloader to YES
but you will need to contact Sony and give them some information and such.
i have seen this happenon Xperia SP
and also Xperia U and Z
and a friend of mine has done this to
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SpaceCaker said:
its possible to set the unlock bootloader to YES
but you will need to contact Sony and give them some information and such.
i have seen this happenon Xperia SP
and also Xperia U and Z
and a friend of mine has done this to
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What country ? Because people in the UK are saying they spoke to Sony UK and they did not do anything.
It seems only Sony Spain are doing this for free for people.
Wonder if going on holiday to Spain will solve my problem
bulanula said:
What country ? Because people in the UK are saying they spoke to Sony UK and they did not do anything.
It seems only Sony Spain are doing this for free for people.
Wonder if going on holiday to Spain will solve my problem
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.spain indeed (madrid)
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