So is there any way to flash JB on an Xperia U with locked bootloader? Or any hack to unlock the bootloader?
tzaq93 said:
So is there any way to flash JB on an Xperia U with locked bootloader? Or any hack to unlock the bootloader?
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No, there is no way to flash JB on locked BL.
You can unlock the bootloader using Sony official tool/website for unlocking bl
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
Before unlocking you can backup your TA partition, in case you wanted to give the phone to warranty. Later you can restore it - phone will be locked again and they will not know it was unlocked.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
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try xperia u multitool by @AlexDroid00 HERE for unlocking bl
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if my phone says: " NO " on unlock bootloader, can i use this tool to unlock it?
ichibantokkan said:
if my phone says: " NO " on unlock bootloader, can i use this tool to unlock it?
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Then you can't unlock your bootloader, no means as of now to overcome this.
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i'm starting to hate this phone!
ichibantokkan said:
i'm starting to hate this phone!
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You should hate your carrier (just like me ). Let me guess - Orange?
ichibantokkan said:
i'm starting to hate this phone!
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I dont think you should feel sad because of that. My bl can be unlocked, but after using custom kernel for 2days my phone became unusuable dur to extreme lags. That's why i stay with stock ROMS. They are good enough .
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ichibantokkan said:
i'm from portugal and i use Yorn it's almost the same as vodafone
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Same thing here but from TMN-moche
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would this not work: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2134440
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isnt here ANY other way to unloack bootloader than by test pont method or official method!!!just bought an xpera mini st15i !!!plzzz helpp!!
Urghh if you mean other method than a TestPoint and official method = Nope,no method currently available...
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Try to ask your nearest phone service and ask them to unlock your bootloader
Well,I adviced you to NOT unlock your bootloader as it is hard to relock it back (especially if you want to receive official ICS by sony)
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i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
ms19 said:
i know it might have been answered before but plzz someboddy help me !!which rom to flash without unlocking bootloader and how !!plxxzzz help!!
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As far as I know only stock roms can be instaled w/o bootloader unlocked :/
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samsung phones are much much much better in this case!!;9
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Bootloader can be unlocked only 2 ways. Service shops will likely ask money. Relocking is actually easier than unlocking.
There is only one ROM that doesn't require unlocked bootloader, Xperia UXP NXT.
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I got lucky I could unlock it for free via Omnius it was a mess tho >.< but I'm very happy with the results
What's omnius
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It's like wotan server, allows you to unlock your bootloader, flash stock roms I think and check and repair your phone, it works for SE and Samsung if I'm not wrong :$
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You can check in here: http://www.omnius-server.com/
How about my phone, sk17i?
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luutuananh said:
How about my phone, sk17i?
Sent from my SK17i, sorry for my bad English.
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We both got XMP yeah, I unlocked my mini pro for free there, but offer expired
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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luiphilip said:
You can try to unlock your bootloader by downloading the flashtool and image created by quanghut. Try to search the link, I cant post links yet, I used that to unlock my bootloader.
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You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
Someguyfromhell said:
You cannot unlock bootloader via Flashtool or any image files.
Bootloader is done via Official method or test point method. Quagnhut's(sorry if misspelled) program also uses official SE method.
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Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everything works fine.
luiphilip said:
Weee, thanks for the info bro. I didn't know he was using the same SE method. BTW i used his method to unlock my bootloader and everythings works fine.
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Yea, it is basically the same as you would go yourself through the guide on unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com.
Is there anyway to Network unlock the SE Xperia live with walkman at own?
Thanks in advance.
detailed answers will be appreciated.
M.Rafail said:
Is there anyway to unlock the SE Xperia live with walkman at own?
Thanks in advance.
detailed answers will be appreciated.
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Unlocking the network lock yourself - No.
Unlocking bootloader - Yes.
Which option?
Someguyfromhell said:
Unlocking the network lock yourself - No.
Unlocking bootloader - Yes.
Which option?
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hi..i followed your advice and i use wotan server..now i have network unlock. thanks..now for unlock bootloader..what should i use? SE way or other?? what do you recommend?
smokerman said:
hi..i followed your advice and i use wotan server..now i have network unlock. thanks..now for unlock bootloader..what should i use? SE way or other?? what do you recommend?
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Whatever is better for you. Both ways work, if you follow the instructions properly.
Do some researching, read and learn and decide then.
Wotanserver unlocks also your bootloader!
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pedrorubster said:
Wotanserver unlocks also your bootloader!
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yes?? i used the code in SE and says status: bootloader allowed yes..it means that is unlocked already?
how can i see if i really have bootloader unlocked??
smokerman said:
yes?? i used the code in SE and says status: bootloader allowed yes..it means that is unlocked already?
how can i see if i really have bootloader unlocked??
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Try installing custom kernel, if it succeeds, then bootloader is unlocked.
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smokerman said:
yes?? i used the code in SE and says status: bootloader allowed yes..it means that is unlocked already?
how can i see if i really have bootloader unlocked??
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Bootloader unlock allowed : Yes
Meaning : You can unlock your bootloader
Bootloader unlocked : Yes
Meaning : You unlocked your bootloader already
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UchihaDareNial said:
Bootloader unlock allowed : Yes
Meaning : You can unlock your bootloader
Bootloader unlocked : Yes
Meaning : You unlocked your bootloader already
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No, thats not true. I "unlocked" my BL with S1tool and says bootloader unlock allowed: yes . But is unlocked already.
If is unlocked with oficial method i think it says: rooted. Correct me if im wrong
Anyway. Try to flash custom kernel maybe is already unlocked
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If you patched your bootloader with S1 Tool, then it says Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes.
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Unlocking the network
Someguyfromhell said:
Unlocking the network lock yourself - No.
Unlocking bootloader - Yes.
Which option?
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Thanks.
I m asking about network unlocking.
smokerman said:
hi..i followed your advice and i use wotan server..now i have network unlock. thanks..now for unlock bootloader..what should i use? SE way or other?? what do you recommend?
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How did you network unlock it?
M.Rafail said:
How did you network unlock it?
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Search wotan server on google or firefox browser. Read details and do as instructed, service is now paid though.
Thankyou.but
luiphilip said:
Search wotan server on google or firefox browser. Read details and do as instructed, service is now paid though.
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Isn't it for only debranding and flashing mobiles.As written on their site.
After using it will I be able to use all simcard.as they say
"unlocking is NOT supported by WotanClient software!"
Maybe they have changed terms or something, it worked on smokerman. Try to send PM on how he did to unlock network on his unit.
Hi,i got unlocked bootloader and how to update to ics using pc companion?
I hear that relock bootloader dosnt work and you cant get official rom after unlock bootloader
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Did you unlock (official way at unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com) or patch (test point method) the bootloader?
Both ways, bootloader can be restored/relocked. I recently relocked mine, getting updates also.
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My bootloader is unlocked using se tool
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krispal2008 said:
My bootloader is unlocked using se tool
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Open the SE Tool and click Restore to relock the bootloader. Then you should be able to get the updates, if you couldn't earlier.
I used flashtool to unlockbootloader ,in the add on menu of flashtool .its work and if want to relock its already file on it.
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afud said:
I used flashtool to unlockbootloader ,in the add on menu of flashtool .its work and if want to relock its already file on it.
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Flashtool and unlocking bootloader? Never heard.
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Yes its true my device use it now i use minicmsandwich aosp by kamarush ,soon after arrive at home ill upload for the picture.
Now i watching indonesia vs intermilan friendly match on stadion.
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I'v unlocked my bootloader official way at unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
But when tried to update my phone i couldn't (as expected)
So i use s1 tool to patch bootloader and now i can officially update now
I lost DRM keys and (bootloader unlock allowed:yes) in service menu
But the bootloader is unlocked in real
I hope i benefit you and some one else
Greetings
Help
Someguyfromhell said:
Did you unlock (official way at unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com) or patch (test point method) the bootloader?
Both ways, bootloader can be restored/relocked. I recently relocked mine, getting updates also.
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Dude, I have this overheating issue on my xperia mini, and the bootloader is unlocked. So I gave it in the service center, they said that the motherboard has a problem and they are going to replace it . I lost the DRM keys by unlocking the bootloader-
1. Will I get those DRM keys back once my motherboard is replaced?
2. Will the bootloader status be changed to locked again?
[/QUOTE]Its the picture unlockbootloader using flashtool
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Dude, I have this overheating issue on my xperia mini, and the bootloader is unlocked. So I gave it in the service center, they said that the motherboard has a problem and they are going to replace it . I lost the DRM keys by unlocking the bootloader-
1. Will I get those DRM keys back once my motherboard is replaced?
2. Will the bootloader status be changed to locked again?
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I can't answer that. You will get your answer if you get your phone back.
To previous post - Way too small photo, can't see. Neither can I see that option in Flashtool 0.7.1.0 on my PC.
I have unlocked my bootloader with Wotanserver... How can i relock the bootloader?
Someguyfromhell said:
I can't answer that. You will get your answer if you get your phone back.
To previous post - Way too small photo, can't see. Neither can I see that option in Flashtool 0.7.1.0 on my PC.
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i allready add photo heee sorry i should upload by my pc.
afud said:
i allready add photo heee sorry i should upload by my pc.
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Yeah with latest version you can unlock bootloader... I'm downloading latest version...
I believe it use the official unlock method.
Sorry my english
Ya,also you can lock again using flashmode there is file for relock bootloader.
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afud said:
Ya,also you can lock again using flashmode there is file for relock bootloader.
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Ya, but when i try to unlock again the bootloader with official method it says, Bootloader already unlocked :l
OMG so when device unlock it will never be same again and never get official ics update
But don't worry we have xda with have a lot developer.
Big hope to developer.
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afud said:
OMG so when device unlock it will never be same again and never get official ics update
But don't worry we have xda with have a lot developer.
Big hope to developer.
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I could update my phone with PC Companion .42 to .62 and i had the unlock bootloader...
So our device can update to official ics even unlock bootloader ,if that true i am glad to hear that ,hah....... i can breath now.
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afud said:
So our device can update to official ics even unlock bootloader ,if that true i am glad to hear that ,hah....... i can breath now.
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Only test... Flash .42 or .58 with FlashTool, then lock bootloader and finally try to update by pccompanion
If you mobile get bricked, lock bootloader again
How can i unlock my bl?
WT19i
Fw 4.1.B.431 (or something )
T-Mobile AT simlock
Bootloader unlock allowed: no
Do i need to unlock my phone first? Pls help
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How can i unlock my bl?
WT19i
Fw 4.1.B.431 (or something )
T-Mobile AT simlock
Bootloader unlock allowed: no
Do i need to unlock my phone first? Pls help
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i have looked round for the answer myself, there seems to be alot of threads on this, all of them say no you can not unlock it unless using a payed method such as wotanserver also you most probably will need to sim unlock first, i think that then changes the status, well thats what i have read has happened to some, and a little something else the fw is the number such as 2.3.4 or 4.0.4, and the build number is the 4.1.b.431.
If you unlock it for any network using wotanserver it will unlock the bootloader aswell, I used them and it was fairly easy.
ironzy said:
If you unlock it for any network using wotanserver it will unlock the bootloader aswell, I used them and it was fairly easy.
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And when i unlock it on my carrier?
**EDIT** Already unlocked it with wotanserver
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And when i unlock it on my carrier?
**EDIT** Already unlocked it with wotanserver
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so are you confirming network unlock also works for the boot loader, as i will go do this today if thats true ?
alu7616 said:
so are you confirming network unlock also works for the boot loader, as i will go do this today if thats true ?
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Idk, im still network locked on tmobile
SONY WT19i
Google ics 4.0.3
unlocked bl
1,3 GHz overclock
Rage Kernel
Guys...
I have a serious (not really serious, but kind of...) problem.
I got a Xperia U the other day. I've rooted it and flashed CWM 6.0.1.2... I really want to try CM11 on it. But the thing is that the bootloader is locked... and it seems that there's no way to unlock it since it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: NO".
So the thing is:
There's any way to unlock the bootloader? Maybe flashing a previous firmware?
Or can I flash a ROM via CWM without problems?
I've seen the procedure to unlock bootloader on Sony's page... If I do it (even when my phone says that bootloader unlock is denied)... will I break the phone?
Please answer this. I'm new and I can't post on dedicated forums
My firmware is 6.1.1.B.1.54 and I'm using 4.0.4 ICS
Please...
Someone?
:'(
No way to run JB or higher with the locked bootloader. Best you can do is CM9...
Found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/tutorial-unlock-completely-xperia-t2534127
es0tericcha0s said:
No way to run JB or higher with the locked bootloader. Best you can do is CM9...
Found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/tutorial-unlock-completely-xperia-t2534127
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Oh.
I've seen that before... But not really wanting to be without my phone for so long time. I actually have the code for the SIM Unlock... But thought there was an easier way.
Anyway...
Can I really flash CM9 with no "collateral damage" or serious risks of bricking?
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vtaufner said:
Oh.
I've seen that before... But not really wanting to be without my phone for so long time. I actually have the code for the SIM Unlock... But thought there was an easier way.
Anyway...
Can I really flash CM9 with no "collateral damage" or serious risks of bricking?
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SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are very different things. There's always a risk of soft bricking when installing, but nothing the original firmware, the flash tool, and about 10 minutes of time wouldn't fix.
es0tericcha0s said:
SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are very different things. There's always a risk of soft bricking when installing, but nothing the original firmware, the flash tool, and about 10 minutes of time wouldn't fix.
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I know that... But the thread you said says that I would need it for unlock the bootloader with Sony.
Thank you anyway. I'll be looking for a proper CM9 ROM for my phone!
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vtaufner said:
I know that... But the thread you said says that I would need it for unlock the bootloader with Sony.
Thank you anyway. I'll be looking for a proper CM9 ROM for my phone!
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You didn't read all of the thread then. Sony says you just have to have the phone have the bootloader unlock option say "Yes" in the settings. Nothing to do with the SIM lock or unlock. Plus none of the other Xperia phones that are bootloader unlockable I've seen or worked on require that, so would seem odd just for this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48291482&postcount=24
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You didn't read all of the thread then. Sony says you just have to have the phone have the bootloader unlock option say "Yes" in the settings. Nothing to do with the SIM lock or unlock. Plus none of the other Xperia phones that are bootloader unlockable I've seen or worked on require that, so would seem odd just for this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48291482&postcount=24
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So I should forget unlocking it.
Damn.
Thank you, man.
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vtaufner said:
So I should forget unlocking it.
Damn.
Thank you, man.
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Why?
es0tericcha0s said:
Why?
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Because I've tried unlocking it (ignoring the impossibility of doing that) but either the tools didn't do anything or just didn't work.
And as I said before... I wont wait a week for having it unlocked with Sony.
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vtaufner said:
Because I've tried unlocking it (ignoring the impossibility of doing that) but either the tools didn't do anything or just didn't work.
And as I said before... I wont wait a week for having it unlocked with Sony.
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You lost me somewhere along the way here... So your phone does or does not have an unlockable bootloader? If it IS unlockable, then why do you think it takes a week? Last few Sonys I unlocked, I received the code within a minute or 2.
es0tericcha0s said:
You lost me somewhere along the way here... So your phone does or does not have an unlockable bootloader? If it IS unlockable, then why do you think it takes a week? Last few Sonys I unlocked, I received the code within a minute or 2.
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Nope. It isn't.
I just want some way to make it unlockable :'(
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