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[Q] About those fancy mods...

Hi,
first of all, I am pretty new to smartphones and android.
I have my arc s, 2.3.4, .42 firmware, rooted, locked bl for two weeks now.
I am really interested in mods since i dont want to unlock bootloader for custom roms...
My problem is: In almost every thread i look people say you have to apply mods via recovery (?) and this is only possible with bl unlocked,
but i managed to apply the statusbar widget mod (sorry for no link) via root explorer..
is this possible with every mod?
thanks in advance and a happy new year!

This depends "modification"
Flashing via recovery is fastest and easiest way. Via root explore you must do all work manually.
Sometime this work, sometime not.
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taaviu said:
This depends "modification"
Flashing via recovery is fastest and easiest way. Via root explore you must do all work manually.
Sometime this work, sometime not.
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How to flash via recovery?
Xperia Arc (rooted)

you can instal CWM recovery on LOCKED BOOTLOADER with SE TWEAKER.
It will work just fine, but you cannot flash custom ROM since your BL will be still locked.

taaviu said:
This depends "modification"
Flashing via recovery is fastest and easiest way. Via root explore you must do all work manually.
Sometime this work, sometime not.
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if it doesnt work, will it mess up my phone? and if it does, will i be able to fix it?

By reflashing it.
But install recovery with SE tweaker, do a backup and then you can always restore "system" when a mod messed the phone up and it just bootloops.
Or unlock the bl and flash a kernel with recovery, it's worth it
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and what happens if se tweaker messes up my phone?

Reflash the firmware with FlashTool
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Doesn't FlashTool need unlocked bootloader to work?

xzizz said:
Doesn't FlashTool need unlocked bootloader to work?
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No, it doesn't, only the device in flashmode.
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How can I install the ROMs in this forum (XPERIA ARC)

Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
:fingers-crossed:

y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
:fingers-crossed:
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BL what? locked or unlocked?

y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
:fingers-crossed:
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For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's locked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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zolaisugly said:
For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's unlocked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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Who cares about locked bootloader?
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unlocked
creative_md said:
BL what? locked or unlocked?
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unlocked

First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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Read the instructions. These threads just highlight why there should be a time limit for new members before they're allowed to post.
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creative_md said:
First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use

Try This
y2023958 said:
but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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Considering you already have flashtool and your desired kernel follow this :
1) Plug in your phone in fastboot mode [S-Off, hold menu key and plug in to PC]
2) Place you .img on your desktop
3) Open up flashtool, select fastboot mode and select flash kernel and select it from the desktop
4) Once kernel is flashed un plug your device restart it open up CWM and flash desired ROM.
Hopefully i helped you out

y2023958 said:
but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...

creative_md said:
kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...
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After flashing the kernel you often need to flash Wifi Modules in recovery

I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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You need to unlock your bootloader. Root is not needed at all.

whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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Yes root is not required so tell what exact error you are getting and first confirm that you have adb drivers installed
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Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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whiskey_1388 said:
Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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you need unlock bl yours is not unlocked.....

[Q] Phone stuck at sony logo

Hi friends,
Pls help me fast.
I was using JB Aroma installer. Now i tried to install Ultimate JB. But before i flash kernel i installed ultimate JB. As a result my phone stuck at sony logo. I couldn't even access cwm. Anyone pls help me to rescue the phone.

ghilli619 said:
Hi friends,
Pls help me fast.
I was using JB Aroma installer. Now i tried to install Ultimate JB. But before i flash kernel i installed ultimate JB. As a result my phone stuck at sony logo. I couldn't even access cwm. Anyone pls help me to rescue the phone.
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Flash the kernel now then. If all fails flash back STOCK FTF. And start over again
I'm sure you have a STOCK FTF, if not you should find them in general section or Google search.

wedgess said:
Flash the kernel now then. If all fails flash back STOCK FTF. And start over again
I'm sure you have a STOCK FTF, if not you should find them in general section or Google search.
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Hi friend,
I flashed the stock FTF. But still no sucess.
Please list out the process if i'm missing something. I'll be thankful if u help me out of this mess.
I have flash for Atomic JB, but that is on IMG format. if i flash will it work? if yes, please guide me how to flash with flashtools.'
eagerly waiting for your update friend

ghilli619 said:
Hi friend,
I flashed the stock FTF. But still no sucess.
Please list out the process if i'm missing something. I'll be thankful if u help me out of this mess.
I have flash for Atomic JB, but that is on IMG format. if i flash will it work? if yes, please guide me how to flash with flashtools.'
eagerly waiting for your update friend
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If its JB u want to use u must have a JB kernel. Meaning you must have an unlocked bootloader. U must then flash the .IMG via fastboot mode(blue light not flash mode green light).

wedgess said:
If its JB u want to use u must have a JB kernel. Meaning you must have an unlocked bootloader. U must then flash the .IMG via fastboot mode(blue light not flash mode green light).
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Hi friend
Pls tell me how do i Flash the .IMG in flash mode?

Connect you Arc/s to your pc keeping on pressed the menu button, then click on flashing icon inn flashtool select fastboot mode, select kernel to flash, its all done.
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Christian Fleming said:
Connect you Arc/s to your pc keeping on pressed the menu button, then click on flashing icon inn flashtool select fastboot mode, select kernel to flash, its all done.
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Hi friend,
I'm able to flash only ..ftf files, But the kernal i have is .IMG. Thats where i stuck

Hey this might help,,, download and follow the instruction:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ua49n2a93ppjz56/How to.zip
and this
https://www.dropbox.com/s/9h3xm5k72883yvw/Fastboot.zip

ghilli619 said:
Hi friend,
I'm able to flash only ..ftf files, But the kernal i have is .IMG. Thats where i stuck
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Do you have an unlocked boatloader?
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Attitude.SSJ said:
Do you have an unlocked boatloader?
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Yes friend , I have unlocked boot loader. Had sucessfully rooted, But because of foolishness, i bricked. ITs now in bootlap. The only thing i can do with connect that movile in flashmode in flashtools. The current ROM i have installed is Atomic GB. But the kernal is in IMG. if it is .ftf. i can flash right away

ghilli619 said:
Yes friend , I have unlocked boot loader. Had sucessfully rooted, But because of foolishness, i bricked. ITs now in bootlap. The only thing i can do with connect that movile in flashmode in flashtools. The current ROM i have installed is Atomic GB. But the kernal is in IMG. if it is .ftf. i can flash right away
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Then you can flash the kernel mate... In fastboot mode... Switch off phone... Hold menu button and plug into usb... Phone will be in fastboot... Then flash kernel with flashtool...if you need a tutorial then here it is:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174275
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Attitude.SSJ said:
Then you can flash the kernel mate... In fastboot mode... Switch off phone... Hold menu button and plug into usb... Phone will be in fastboot... Then flash kernel with flashtool...if you need a tutorial then here it is:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174275
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Hi friend,
I'm trying to do this, But i'm getting the below error, which can be done on flash mode only, But my device is already connected flashboot mode.pls check the imgae i have attached

I don't understand what you are doing... To flash ftf file you need flashmode and to flash kernel fastboot mode... That image isn't very clear...
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[Q] problem with custom rom and no recovery mode availiable!!!!

hello i installed ultimate hd 3.0.2 custom rom and then i flashed ultimate hd mod!obviously something goes really wrong and i cant access anything related to com.android.settings!!!when i see realize this i decide to flash again the ultimate hd rom....but i cant boot to recovery mode!!please help!dont tell me that me arc s is bricked!!
rom:ultimate hd 3.0.2
kernel:stock kernel
xperia arc s

Did you use XParts?
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first of all really thnx for the reply!
i dont have x parts installed!i am trying now to install x parts using 3g internet connection because i cant connect to any wi-fi!but i dont know if its going to work!i can see only the notification bar!!

Try flashing a kernel that has CWM recovery on it, provided you have an unlocked bootloader.
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poli4 said:
hello i installed ultimate hd 3.0.2 custom rom and then i flashed ultimate hd mod!obviously something goes really wrong and i cant access anything related to com.android.settings!!!when i see realize this i decide to flash again the ultimate hd rom....but i cant boot to recovery mode!!please help!dont tell me that me arc s is bricked!!
rom:ultimate hd 3.0.2
kernel:stock kernel
xperia arc s
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Flash the stock firmware..
root it and install cwm (as ur bootloader is locked)
do a full wipe n flash uhd...
so simple
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manoj_nike15 said:
Flash the stock firmware..
root it and install cwm (as ur bootloader is locked)
do a full wipe n flash uhd...
so simple
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May be simple for you, but could be difficult for other people to understand.
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guys i manage to download xparts and install cwm recovery so my problem is solved!i did all this just from the serajr's notification bar!!! :laugh:
thank you VERY MUCH for your help! :victory:

popthosegaskets said:
May be simple for you, but could be difficult for other people to understand.
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Man.. if they feel it is simple then it ll be simple.. its depends on the way they think...
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[Q] Help rooting my new arc

Hi guys,
My friend just gave me his old xperia arc and I want to root it, unlock bootloader and flash super jellybean 6.0. I have a xperia play running cm10 so I'm not a complete noob. however, I can't seem to be able to root the xperia arc. I tried using flashtool and superone click without anyluck
Some details about the phone that might help
Xperia Arc unlocked
Model LT15a
Running stock 2.3.4
4.0.2.A.0.62 firmware
Do I have to down grade or update the firmware? or would unlocking the bootloader and then flashing a kernel be any faster?
Thanks in advance :good:

You can use this to root your phone on stock .62 firmware
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219711
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pabarker said:
You can use this to root your phone on stock .62 firmware
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219711
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WOW Thanks for the quick reply, i'll try this and post any further questions

pabarker said:
You can use this to root your phone on stock .62 firmware
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219711
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tried the eroot thing and the doomlord toolkit but it didn't work :crying: any more ideas?

If you're flashing a custom ROM root is not required. Just flash a custom kernel for your custom ROM that comes with a recovery so you can flash the ROM in recovery.
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i_like_chicken said:
tried the eroot thing and the doomlord toolkit but it didn't work :crying: any more ideas?
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Did you check USB Debugging,Unknown sources,and go to connectivity as USB connection mode chose Mass storage mode(MSC)
Don't turn off the phone,turn on the application for rooting(eroot) and then connect your phone and just once click on root and what until it finishes.
popthosegaskets said:
If you're flashing a custom ROM root is not required. Just flash a custom kernel for your custom ROM that comes with a recovery so you can flash the ROM in recovery.
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I don't think that he meant bootloader unlocked i think he was talking about simlock free.

pren22 said:
Did you check USB Debugging,Unknown sources,and go to connectivity as USB connection mode chose Mass storage mode(MSC)
Don't turn off the phone,turn on the application for rooting(eroot) and then connect your phone and just once click on root and what until it finishes.
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yes I checked that, should I flash an ics firmware?
popthosegaskets said:
If you're flashing a custom ROM root is not required. Just flash a custom kernel for your custom ROM that comes with a recovery so you can flash the ROM in recovery.
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My bootloader is locked
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i_like_chicken said:
My bootloader is locked
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You can unlock your bootloader, flash a custom kernel using fastboot then flash a custom ROM. Root is not required since the custom ROM is already rooted.
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popthosegaskets said:
You can unlock your bootloader, flash a custom kernel using fastboot then flash a custom ROM. Root is not required since the custom ROM is already rooted.
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Thanks, tried this and it worked :good: