i have a sony live with walkman phone i had ics version but i want to root that
so i downgrade it to gingerbread version which is 0.58 build no. now i rooted it and
now i want to upgrade it to ics but on ics i don't want to loose my rooted power i mean i want to upgrade it with rooted ics .
please frnds tell me how to do that...
thx to all n advance
This will help you... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1842366
If you don't want such a pain in the butt,just unlock bootloader,install custom kernel,flash custom rom (that are ICS) and boom....more awesomeness c:
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jiturawat said:
i have a sony live with walkman phone i had ics version but i want to root that
so i downgrade it to gingerbread version which is 0.58 build no. now i rooted it and
now i want to upgrade it to ics but on ics i don't want to loose my rooted power i mean i want to upgrade it with rooted ics .
please frnds tell me how to do that...
thx to all n advance
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Please please please search and read! There's my rooting guide and it's pinned in the general section. There you can see how to root your phone and you can ask questions there if anything goes wrong
oh man u don't have to downgrade for GB to root your device
If you''re already in rooted GB , just flash the ICS firmware without wipe the data :good:
Yup, juz install custom rom such as cm9 or realics (r6), im using r6 and all works fine to me, but I suggest u better make a backup 1st
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hello everyone..
I have new xperia mini pro and just updated it to ICS 4.0.4 officially.
nothing is done in my phone like flashing or rooting.
whenever i try to customize it using mods it shows flash via CWM.
and with best of my knowledge CWM requires rooting and flashing.
is there any way i can flash zip files without rooting my phone.
or if have to root it please tell me the best way to do it as i think rooting with 4.0.4 is nt possible.
tankyou.
jdotk said:
hello everyone..
I have new xperia mini pro and just updated it to ICS 4.0.4 officially.
nothing is done in my phone like flashing or rooting.
whenever i try to customize it using mods it shows flash via CWM.
and with best of my knowledge CWM requires rooting and flashing.
is there any way i can flash zip files without rooting my phone.
or i have to root it please tell me the best way to do it as i think rooting with 4.0.4 is nt possible.
tankyou.
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for xperia mini(st15i) there is a temp CWM recovery that you can flash with flashtool(require unlocking bootloader) and you can flash mods and when you reboot the device CWM is gone.
search temp boot for xperia mini pro.if you find maybe usefull for you.
if you find temp boot for your device you can root your device with CWM.
Rooting is the gate to modding pal. . .
You need to do it. . .
Also bootloader should be unlocked as if u wanna install custom rom some of them are only for unlocked bootloaders. . .
Rest use search button
Happy modding
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Remember unlocking the boatloader u will loose ur warranty..
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Can you please tell me the best step by step guide to root mini pro with ics.
i googled a lot but every one suggested a different method. what would be the best method??
Thanks..
jdotk said:
Can you please tell me the best step by step guide to root mini pro with ics.
i googled a lot but every one suggested a different method. what would be the best method??
Thanks..
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Here u go..this link vl help u root..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792
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To use CWM you dont need to root your phone but you need to unlock the bootloader and flash a new kernel. This WILL void your warranty but if done correctly it opens a whole world of mods in android. Sony provides an official method of doig the same in their blog(jut google) but using that method makes you loose your drm. I did come across another method(on this forum) which claimed that you could do the same without loosing the drm but I havent tried it out.
You can without unlocking...
CircuitBug said:
To use CWM you dont need to root your phone but you need to unlock the bootloader and flash a new kernel. This WILL void your warranty but if done correctly it opens a whole world of mods in android. Sony provides an official method of doig the same in their blog(jut google) but using that method makes you loose your drm. I did come across another method(on this forum) which claimed that you could do the same without loosing the drm but I havent tried it out.
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Hello.
To use CWM without unlocking your bootloader, I did the following :
Start with an xperia mini pro with official ICS 4.0.4 (4.1.B.0.431)
First, I rooted my xperia following the topic : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1701357
Then I used RecoverX to install CWM without unlocking the bootloader : http://www.iphoneandroidtips.org/how-to/recoverx-to-install-recovery-for-sony-xperia-phones/
Then you restart your Mini Pro when Sony appears, keep on taping on Volume down button to enter CWM menu :cyclops:
Then I could install custom ROMs CyanogenTimescape, RealICS, AOKP (Roms that allow locked bootloaders)
I hope that can help you.
sandy7 said:
Here u go..this link vl help u root..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792
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Thanks for the link..
but the tutorial says for ICS 4.1.B.0.531 ONLY but mine is .431
will that work.. :S
jdotk said:
Thanks for the link..
but the tutorial says for ICS 4.1.B.0.531 ONLY but mine is .431
will that work.. :S
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It's for 431.. it will work
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jdotk said:
Thanks for the link..
but the tutorial says for ICS 4.1.B.0.531 ONLY but mine is .431
will that work.. :S
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Then you didn't look good enough in that topic.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Then you didn't look good enough in that topic.
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Sir i read it thoroughly.. but was unable to root.
wen i was trying 2b. I downloaded Xperia-ROOT.rev4.zip and executed 01-local-prop.cmd it said rooted device not found.
was there something i missed???
Thanks.
You need to have root already, before updating to ICS.
You need rooted Gingerbread in order to root ICS. Make sure ADB drivers are installed.
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Hi!
I have a sony xperia u (st25i) android 2.3.7 with firmware 6.0.B.3.184 .Is there a way to root it without unlocking the bootlader?Thanks!
zafisinl said:
Hi!
I have a sony xperia u (st25i) android 2.3.7 with firmware 6.0.B.3.184 .Is there a way to root it without unlocking the bootlader?Thanks!
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Nope you can't root without unlocking bootloader
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Thanks for your reply!
I saw this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460 that's why i asked...this didn't work for me that's why i ask to see if there is another method...
ICS / JB
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Hi!
Is this a custom rom or a program to root locked bootloader?I am interested in rooting my xperia u with locked bootloader in order to change my customization number and flash the phone with arabic firmware from se update.Thanks!
When the U ICS update rolls out next week - is it expected we can use the "Root Many Android" method to obtain root without unlocking the bootloader?
soulhackereborn said:
Nope you can't root without unlocking bootloader
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Hi
I have a sony xperia u (st25i) android 2.3.7 with firmware 6.0.B.3.184.
I also have unlocked bootloader.
Kindly advise me on how to root my ST25i.... if its already discussed then pls provide me the link for the same
root XU
hi i have unlocked bootloader in XU build number is 6.0.B.3.188 can i follow the steps given for rooting 6.0.B.3.184?
if not can u tell me how to root my fone
Sony XU rooting
zafisinl said:
Hi!
I have a sony xperia u (st25i) android 2.3.7 with firmware 6.0.B.3.184 .Is there a way to root it without unlocking the bootlader?Thanks!
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soulhackereborn said:
Nope you can't root without unlocking bootloader
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i run 2.3.7 with 6.0.B.3.188 can this be rooted please tell me
Yes you can all you need us flash tool and .10 stock rom that's all....
Press thanks!!!!
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kcoolkartik said:
i run 2.3.7 with 6.0.B.3.188 can this be rooted please tell me
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yes, you are on GB,
see the instructions under GB for root,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Sony_Xperia_U
try this also
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2063029
though rooting ICS can be achieved on locked bootloaders where on GB you may need to unlock it !
update to ICS and root, is what i suggest.
miaad said:
yes, you are on GB,
see the instructions under GB for root,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Sony_Xperia_U
try this also
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2063029
though rooting ICS can be achieved on locked bootloaders where on GB you may need to unlock it !
update to ICS and root, is what i suggest.
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thanks bro but here is the thing i unlocked bootloader and the first link u gave me does not hav matching kernel shud i go ahead?
coz dey hav .184 and mine is .188
Hi!
Hi! I have a :
[device] SONY Xperia U
[Model Number] ST25i
[Android] 2.3.7 (Gingerbread)
[Firmware] 6.0.B.1.576
My question is: How Can I root it? I tried 2-3 apps(on my phone). 2 of them didn't rooted the phone when they were over, and the other told me to wait a few minutes(I waited 1 night, I mean 6-7 hours and I wasn't over).
Please help! and thanks in advance!
(Sorry for opening such an old thread)
I want to know if I can upgrade from 4.1 B.0.431 to I want to know if I can upgrade from 4.1 B.0.431 to 4.1.B.0.587 without losing root. I have a Live with Walkman with a locked bootloader. Can someone please help.me. Thanks
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Wrong forum, ask in general pls.
Btw yes, should work with ota, but before it run local-prop and after it push-root-files, that's it :good:
These two files can be found in general forum, the tutorial by DragonClawsAreSharp, you can find the link in the rooting guide in my signature, too
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I have a neo V with ginger bread 2.3 and I want to use root apps
I do not want to update to ice cream sandwich or jelly bean, and I also do not want to unlock my boot loader, and I also do not want a custom rom.
How do I root without updating as all the guides tell me to update to ice cream sandwich.
Thank you in advance
search for DoomLord's Rootkit for GB...and which gb firmware??coz .62 cannot be rooted directly..
search a bit and thou shall be enlightened
LoneWanderer said:
search for DoomLord's Rootkit for GB...and which gb firmware??coz .62 cannot be rooted directly..
search a bit and thou shall be enlightened
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Thank you
But, I have one more doubt.
Will flashing .42 firmware delete all my app data? (I have .62 firmware)
Because, if it does not delete, then I can flash .42 and then root and then take a nandroid backup
j55555 said:
Thank you
But, I have one more doubt.
Will flashing .42 firmware delete all my app data? (I have .62 firmware)
Because, if it does not delete, then I can flash .42 and then root and then take a nandroid backup
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No it won't delete anything
Actually you won't notice any difference
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avinashrocks1990 said:
No it won't delete anything
Actually you won't notice any difference
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Thanks
One more doubt
Do I have to unlock bootloader to flash stock .42 firmware?
j55555 said:
Thanks
One more doubt
Do I have to unlock bootloader to flash stock .42 firmware?
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No you don't have to unlock your bootloader in order to flash stock. 42 firmware
Or won't void your warranty if you are worried about that
And you can unroot your phone anytime you want
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I think it will erase all your data!
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j55555 said:
I have a neo V with ginger bread 2.3 and I want to use root apps
I do not want to update to ice cream sandwich or jelly bean, and I also do not want to unlock my boot loader, and I also do not want a custom rom.
How do I root without updating as all the guides tell me to update to ice cream sandwich.
Thank you in advance
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root using flashtools..very very easy
sharmarohit94 said:
root using flashtools..very very easy
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Even easier is to use unlockroot
David Guite said:
I think it will erase all your data!
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No it won't flashing kernel doesn't delete any data
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hi i just recently switched from an xperia x10 mini (mimi) to an XPERIA U ST25a
Android 2.3.7
firmware 6.0.B1.564
kernel 2.6.35.7+
I was palnning to update to android 4.0.4 but i was told not to since it get alot laggy.
can someone link me on how to root this device im not sure if its the same way i did
for my mimi.
and what do you suggest is the best kernel/rom for this device? (stable)
i honestly want to get the most of it. thanks for the help in advance.
I HAVE A PROBLEM WHEN TRYINT TO ROOT IT SAYS IM IN MTP MODE, and i dont know how to disable that seems like its by defautl
Just look in this section for an gbrocks and flash it it stock modified gb rom and work great and its also prerooted.
P.S. wrong section pal, it should be in Q/A section, and in future just use search button on this forum coz its been answerd a lot of times
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First of all wrong section, you may put in the Q & A section,
Secondly there is no rating for custom kernels/ROMs, every development is best in its own unique way !
Use search for rooting methods
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thank you verymuch for ur replies and sorry i found the seccion now U.U ..
i just foudn the GB rom but i believe i need to flash first dont i? and im having trouble with that i got this messege "15/016/2013 22:16:40 - ERROR - The part1 exploit did not work" im also having trouble with unlocking bootloader i found a video here in the forum but it says root ICS/JB xperia U will it be the same way for GB?
83RN15 said:
thank you verymuch for ur replies and sorry i found the seccion now U.U ..
i just foudn the GB rom but i believe i need to flash first dont i? and im having trouble with that i got this messege "15/016/2013 22:16:40 - ERROR - The part1 exploit did not work" im also having trouble with unlocking bootloader i found a video here in the forum but it says root ICS/JB xperia U will it be the same way for GB?
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You may require unlocked boot loader for rooting GB
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Sony_Xperia_U
Look at that page !
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mrmbk said:
You may require unlocked boot loader for rooting GB
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Sony_Xperia_U
Look at that page !
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THANKS I HAVE SUCCESSFULLY ROOTED AND UNLOCKED MY PHONE
now im trying to install CWM but on that page it shows only CWM for ICS
im running ANDROIDN 2.3.7
i tried it and when i turn off phone i rapidly prass vol down and shows the blue green blue light but then it goes back to sony logo and starts normally
Now as you have unlocked your boot loader you can flash custom kernels, most of them have pre installed CWM.
Check for GB ROMs in the development forum.
Or CM9 ROMs are pretty smooth and simple, you may flash stock ICS (ftf file) and flash a CM9 ROM.
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