Hi Guys,
I have just got myself a UK Xperia Play (factory unlocked out the box). I am interested in rooting it but I am a little confused, so I would like to ask a few questions if I may?:
1. Can I root 2.3.4
2. Will rooting lock my phone, I read about bootloader unlocking, will this affect me.
3. Can the rooting be reversed.
4. Is there a risk of bricking the phone during rooting.
Sorry if these questions that have already been asked!!
Thanks in advance!
1) Yes - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1312859
2) No and rooting has nothing to do with unlocking bootloader.
3) Yes
4) No
Thanks for the reply. Sorry but I have another question:
What are the advantages of rooting? I read somewhere that I can remove pre-installed games/app that were on the phone when I got it and tweak various things!!
I haved downloaded DooMLoRD_v3, is this all I need to do?
Cheers
Removing bloatware, cpu tools for your clock speed, using adfree to disable advertisements, backing up apps using titanium backup. Various advanced user tools require root.
I did all of the above and also used a root-only font changer to install a custom system font.
For the rooting just follow the instructions in the other thread.
Btw, next time this should be posted in Q & A not general.
Sent from Silent Earth 3
I guess if you don't know the advantages you probably shouldn't root. That's what many people say
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Hello to all.
I have had my G2 for a month now.
This is my first android.
I was wondering if maybe someone could please clarify some questions I have about Rooting?
I apologize in advance for any questions I may ask that makes you say"Are you effing kidding me?!?!"
1. Is rooting pretty much clearing off your phone and installing a whole new software??
2. If i ever want to come back to stock tmobile...am I able to? (will I even want to??) lol
3. I know gingerbread is coming...how do those updates work on a rooted phone?
4. What precautions should I take when rooting my g2?
5. What is cyanogenmod?...
Sorry for asking these "obvious" questions, but I am trying to understand everything before I try to root my device.
Thank you to all!
MrTeddyChills said:
Hello to all.
I have had my G2 for a month now.
This is my first android.
I was wondering if maybe someone could please clarify some questions I have about Rooting?
I apologize in advance for any questions I may ask that makes you say"Are you effing kidding me?!?!"
1. Is rooting pretty much clearing off your phone and installing a whole new software??
2. If i ever want to come back to stock tmobile...am I able to? (will I even want to??) lol
3. I know gingerbread is coming...how do those updates work on a rooted phone?
4. What precautions should I take when rooting my g2?
5. What is cyanogenmod?...
Sorry for asking these "obvious" questions, but I am trying to understand everything before I try to root my device.
Thank you to all!
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1. rooting makes it possible to flash new roms (which do require you to wipe your system, but once rooted use titanium backup, free app, to back up ur apps on the sdcard)
2. yes there are a few threads on here that walk you through on how to turn security on and install a stock rom
3.as far as i can tell you still get the t-mobile updates sent, and developers here take the new software and make it available to run on our devices.
4. Make sure your device is charged and follow EACH STEP in ORDER and copy the commands CORRECTLY.
5. "CyanogenMod is a free, community built distribution of Android 2.2 (Froyo) which greatly extends the capabilities of your phone." so in short they develop software.
I'd like to add that you will get updates a LOT faster with a rooted phone vs stock OTAs
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shadyx513 said:
1. rooting makes it possible to flash new roms (which do require you to wipe your system, but once rooted use titanium backup, free app, to back up ur apps on the sdcard)
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Sorry, that's not right. To the OP - Rooting gives you access to the "root" user on the phone, which allows more powerful customisations and allows certain apps to run (those which require root).
S-OFF (security off) is the thing that allows you to flash custom ROMs. You could root and not touch S-OFF, or you could both root and S-OFF.
Neither of these require you to wipe the phone. But you need to be very careful in understanding what you're doing when you do either of these steps.
Hey guys,
Firstly, sorry if I'm not using the correct terminology because I'm still quite unfamiliar with it.
Anyway, I just got my Desire Z about a week ago and am planning to root it so that I can access paid apps via Market Enabler.
I've read through all the guides on how to root and seems simple enough. However, I have a few questions regarding the default HTC applications.
1: Will I be able to continue using and updating the HTC apps (like HTC Locations, HTC Camera or HTC Car Dock) that came along with it after rooting?
2: Is is possible to keep the default SenseUI after rooting instead of getting a custom ROM that looks like SenseUI?
3: Will my phone stop working with htcsense.com after rooting?
4: Will I require a custom ROM installed into it after rooting, or can I just reuse the same default HTC ROM?
Basically, I love my phone and don't want to change anything except getting to access paid apps from Android Market. To do so, I would need to have Market Enabler working, which needs me to have Superuser permissions. Hence, why I need to root it.
Thanks!
scnix said:
Hey guys,
Firstly, sorry if I'm not using the correct terminology because I'm still quite unfamiliar with it.
Anyway, I just got my Desire Z about a week ago and am planning to root it so that I can access paid apps via Market Enabler.
I've read through all the guides on how to root and seems simple enough. However, I have a few questions regarding the default HTC applications.
1: Will I be able to continue using and updating the HTC apps (like HTC Locations, HTC Camera or HTC Car Dock) that came along with it after rooting?
2: Is is possible to keep the default SenseUI after rooting instead of getting a custom ROM that looks like SenseUI?
3: Will my phone stop working with htcsense.com after rooting?
4: Will I require a custom ROM installed into it after rooting, or can I just reuse the same default HTC ROM?
Basically, I love my phone and don't want to change anything except getting to access paid apps from Android Market. To do so, I would need to have Market Enabler working, which needs me to have Superuser permissions. Hence, why I need to root it.
Thanks!
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Rooting is just rooting; nothing will change other than your ability to do whatever you want to/with your device. Just rooting won't change anything other than your ability to install apps which require root access.
Sent from my T-Mobile G2 using XDA App
Oh, so I suppose I was looking at the wrong rooting options then. The ones I've been looking at seems to flash the phone as well (unrevoked).
Guess I'll need to find a tutorial to just root the phone. Thanks!
scnix said:
Oh, so I suppose I was looking at the wrong rooting options then. The ones I've been looking at seems to flash the phone as well (unrevoked).
Guess I'll need to find a tutorial to just root the phone. Thanks!
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Use the guide in the Wiki here at XDA, http://forum.xda-developers.com/wik...sion#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
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I've searched for answer for these questions but have found nothing definitive. My son just got the ATT version of the Xperia Play - r800at - with build 3.0.1.B.0.285. I know I need to downgrade it using flashtool to 3.0.1.B.0.270 in order to root it.
Question 1) will he lose any of his data like contacts, downloaded Sony Pocket games, saved games, etc. in the downgrade process?
Question 2) does rooting affect the ability to access the Sony PlayStation Pocket apps downloading from Sony? In other words does the phone still have full gaming functionality after rooting? Can Sony/ATT even tell if the phone's rooted?
In the future we may also unlock the bootloader, so two more questions about that...
Question 3) similar to question 2, but does unlocking the bootloader affect access to Sony apps?
Question 4) if we choose to install a custom rom do they fully support the Sony apps as well?
Thanks in advance.
BakaNeko59 said:
I've searched for answer for these questions but have found nothing definitive. My son just got the ATT version of the Xperia Play - r800at - with build 3.0.1.B.0.285. I know I need to downgrade it using flashtool to 3.0.1.B.0.270 in order to root it.
Question 1) will he lose any of his data like contacts, downloaded Sony Pocket games, saved games, etc. in the downgrade process?
Question 2) does rooting affect the ability to access the Sony PlayStation Pocket apps downloading from Sony? In other words does the phone still have full gaming functionality after rooting? Can Sony/ATT even tell if the phone's rooted?
In the future we may also unlock the bootloader, so two more questions about that...
Question 3) similar to question 2, but does unlocking the bootloader affect access to Sony apps?
Question 4) if we choose to install a custom rom do they fully support the Sony apps as well?
Thanks in advance.
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I think this method works with your stock software: http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/15622
You will not lose any data with this method and your other questions are answered in the link.
If this was helpful, please click the 'thanks' button. =)
None of the "standard" rooting apps work on the .285 version. That's why I need to downgrade to the .270 version. But my son wants to make sure he won't lose anything...
BakaNeko59 said:
None of the "standard" rooting apps work on the .285 version. That's why I need to downgrade to the .270 version. But my son wants to make sure he won't lose anything...
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Once you downgrade you will het a fresh system. Now, assuming you bought all your apps legally, all your apps are tied to your google account so after downgrading you can just go to the market > my apps > then go to all apps. Rooting will not affect anything I believe besides making your phone amazing.
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Yea, you should be able to restore everything because it gets synced online if you have auto-sync on. Flashing the rom will delete everything except your personal files on the mem. card.
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The Sony apps like Playstation Pocket, Xperia Play Launcher, etc... should work properly as long as you're on a stock Sony Rom.
Rooting only gives you the ability to access areas of the phone that are not accessible under normal conditions. For example, with root you can delete the useless crapware that most vendors install on a phone.
Yes Sony and ATT will be able to tell if you are rooted and also if your bootloader is unlocked. However, you can reinstall the original firmware if need be unless you totally kill the phone, so it's generally not a problem.
Finally, support for different apps, primarily games, will vary from one custom ROM to another, so you will just need to experiment. Most often, the games will work, but the gamepad or the touchpads may not. If you are using a ROM based on Gingerbread, this is less likely.
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ive been searching for a threat of how to downgrade, but didn't found anything, any clue?
hey guys i have a few doubts
1. if i root would i be able to get my paid apps again on a custom rom ? or do i have to buy again ?
2. any way to backup games progress ?
rrohanjs said:
hey guys i have a few doubts
1. if i root would i be able to get my paid apps again on a custom rom ? or do i have to buy again ?
2. any way to backup games progress ?
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1. Yes, all the purchased apps will by synced with your account, so after root, just easily reconnect with your account and you'll be good to go.
2. There is one way of doing this, but it is very unstable and people had many complains about it. If you still want it... here
There's a great guide by efrant in the stickies section that will give you a step-by-step layout of the process. There is a method for rooting without unlocking your bootloader. If I understand correctly, you don't lose your user data doing it that way. If you go into the Play Store, click on the menu and select My Apps, it will show you a list of everything installed on your device. The page to the right is everything that has been downloaded using your Google account, both free and purchased apps. It's not the most efficient way, but it does at least keep your app list up to date and somewhere you can always get to it. I guess you would only need it if you want to have your bootloader unlocked, which is what wipes the device during the root process. Like I said, efrant and Jubakuba both have a good guide in the stickies. Read through them a couple times before you dive in. Happy rooting!
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Pierceye is correct. You can root without unlocking your bootloader (which won't wipe anything), and then, once you have root, you can use segv11's BootUnlocker app and it will unlock your bootloader without wiping either. All links in my signature.
Efrants guide is well written and easy to follow. I've never used a adb or the terminal before, plus I was on a Mac. Guide worked NP.
Just know that once you are rooted, any modification of system files, including system apks, will nerf your ability to get otas. However, returning to stock is also very simple.
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Dear All,
Please be patient with me.
I live in UAE and cant find professional developers like your here.
I have Xperia play R800i 2.3.4 xxx.62 kernal.
I just want to get rid from pre-installed games and apk.
I tried to root my phone using Sony web site steps with fastboot steps.
the application could not push the superuser to the phone "I got error copying superuser .. r-only file"
After that I found the I can read the root from my phone but I can not control the files.
I just need to root the phone without loosing PSX emulator of flashing new custom roms.:silly:
Is there easiest way?
I found software on net named oneclickroot (30$), is this one real or fake?
Please help me I'm new in rooting phones.
Thanks.
fuadgreen said:
Dear All,
Please be patient with me.
I live in UAE and cant find professional developers like your here.
I have Xperia play R800i 2.3.4 xxx.62 kernal.
I just want to get rid from pre-installed games and apk.
I tried to root my phone using Sony web site steps with fastboot steps.
the application could not push the superuser to the phone "I got error copying superuser .. r-only file"
After that I found the I can read the root from my phone but I can not control the files.
I just need to root the phone without loosing PSX emulator of flashing new custom roms.:silly:
Is there easiest way?
I found software on net named oneclickroot (30$), is this one real or fake?
Please help me I'm new in rooting phones.
Thanks.
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Rooting your phone is free don't by 30 dollar software its probably a trick. Just unlock your boot loader from Sony sight and flash a custom kernel that's rooted
Sent from my Xperia Play (r800x)
abdel12345 said:
Rooting your phone is free don't by 30 dollar software its probably a trick. Just unlock your boot loader from Sony sight and flash a custom kernel that's rooted
Sent from my Xperia Play (r800x)
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Thank you brother for your advice..:good: can you suggest a safe procedures and kernal,? (With working links please)
WHEN I read many posts i got lost. All posts talking about flashing kernals and roms, while I need only to install rooted titanium.
Some pepole got stocked after flashing and ended up with brick phone.
Sorry for my long questions.
Im not proffisional and i do not want to fail.
Thanks again.
Well first go to Sony's official sight and follow the steps to unlock your boot loader from there. After that post here and I'll help you from there or if you have any trouble unlockinf
Sent from my Xperia Play (r800x)
fuadgreen said:
Thank you brother for your advice..:good: can you suggest a safe procedures and kernal,? (With working links please)
WHEN I read many posts i got lost. All posts talking about flashing kernals and roms, while I need only to install rooted titanium.
Some pepole got stocked after flashing and ended up with brick phone.
Sorry for my long questions.
Im not proffisional and i do not want to fail.
Thanks again.
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I am in UAE also.. for a small price.. I can do all u need for this. I also have Xperia Play and totally understand ur problem.
saqibkhan said:
I am in UAE also.. for a small price.. I can do all u need for this. I also have Xperia Play and totally understand ur problem.
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How much you want in ED? And after this version, can I play PSX + Xperia optimized fully options?
What about other issues (baterry, wifi, touch pads... all working and guranted?).
fuadgreen said:
Thank you brother for your advice..:good: can you suggest a safe procedures and kernal,? (With working links please)
WHEN I read many posts i got lost. All posts talking about flashing kernals and roms, while I need only to install rooted titanium.
Some pepole got stocked after flashing and ended up with brick phone.
Sorry for my long questions.
Im not proffisional and i do not want to fail.
Thanks again.
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fuadgreen said:
How much you want in ED? And after this version, can I play PSX + Xperia optimized fully options?
What about other issues (baterry, wifi, touch pads... all working and guranted?).
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PM me.. I will let you know.
fuadgreen said:
Thank you brother for your advice..:good: can you suggest a safe procedures and kernal,? (With working links please)
WHEN I read many posts i got lost. All posts talking about flashing kernals and roms, while I need only to install rooted titanium.
Some pepole got stocked after flashing and ended up with brick phone.
Sorry for my long questions.
Im not proffisional and i do not want to fail.
Thanks again.
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Did you tried to root with http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219711
You can always downgrade to .42 firmware and root it with zergrush.
It's easier to root it with custom kernel (unlocked bootloader), but you can do it even without unlocking your bootloader.