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[Q] themes

Hey everyone I have root and stock, I only want to flash a theme which theme can I use.

drew2jr said:
Hey everyone I have root and stock, I only want to flash a theme which theme can I use.
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Gotta give us some info man, what's your set-up? are you on GB or ICS?

xST4T1K said:
Gotta give us some info man, what's your set-up? are you on GB or ICS?
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how do you know the difference.

drew2jr said:
how do you know the difference.
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I'm assuming your really really new to flashing so before you flash anything you need to do some hard research. GB is Gingerbread (Android 2.3.x) ICS is Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0.x) they are completely different os's that are nothing alike whatsoever. This phone comes stock with GB and will be receiving ICS ota soon. Flashing specific things for this phone can be dangerous and brick your device, so look around majorly before altering your device. lets start off small. First off are you rooted? (is your phone stock?)

drew2jr said:
Hey everyone I have root and stock, I only want to flash a theme which theme can I use.
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xST4T1K said:
Gotta give us some info man, what's your set-up? are you on GB or ICS?
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He did state rooted stock. Stock GB one would assume.
OP, if you look through the themes, you will see what they have been tested on or made to work with.

bigtoysrock said:
He did state rooted stock. Stock GB one would assume.
OP, if you look through the themes, you will see what they have been tested on or made to work with.
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Sorry, TN I'm back and forth between helping two people with two posts, I didn't read the op again, no need for disrespect.

xST4T1K said:
I'm assuming your really really new to flashing so before you flash anything you need to do some hard research. GB is Gingerbread (Android 2.3.x) ICS is Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0.x) they are completely different os's that are nothing alike whatsoever. This phone comes stock with GB and will be receiving ICS ota soon. Flashing specific things for this phone can be dangerous and brick your device, so look around majorly before altering your device. lets start off small. First off are you rooted? (is your phone stock?)
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I'm 2.3.6 is there an app in the market that will tell me if I'm rooted.

drew2jr said:
I'm 2.3.6 is there an app in the market that will tell me if I'm rooted.
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Just download rootchecker.apk from the market. What build are you on? eg30, eko2, el29? or what method did you use to obtain root?

xST4T1K said:
Just download rootchecker.apk from the market. What build are you on? eg30, eko2, el29? or what method did you use to obtain root?
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El 29 why are there so many different kinds.

drew2jr said:
El 29 why are there so many different kinds.
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They're just updates, the phone was shipped with eg30 then they're were leaked test builds and an ota release was put out (ek02) then another one (EL29). If you used Sfhubs one click odin to full restore to rooted EL29 the you should be rooted with no issue, do you have the superuser app?

xST4T1K said:
They're just updates, the phone was shipped with eg30 then they're were leaked test builds and an ota release was put out (ek02) then another one (EL29). If you used Sfhubs one click odin to full restore to rooted EL29 the you should be rooted with no issue, do you have the superuser app?
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no I guess it didn't work, let me do some more research, Thanks for all your help.

drew2jr said:
no I guess it didn't work, let me do some more research, Thanks for all your help.
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Use this to root and install CWM found here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1342728

Using sfhubs autoroot package would do the same thing as both those steps since he is already on EL29 wouldn't it? Autoroot, roots and then installs CWM recovery right? Maybe Im wrong as to the point your making with both steps.

If you just want a nice theme, you could always download Go Launcher and find one there. Otherwise, use the AutoRoot package by sfhub to root and install Clockworkmod. Then you can start flashing ROMs.

[Q] ICS for Xperia ARC

Hi!
I've got a question that i couldn't find on this forum.
When will Sony official release ICS for xperia ARC?
And will ICS working good on the ARC?
thnx

It's already out
and they recommend you stay on GB for Arc

SevenD2 said:
It's already out
and they recommend you stay on GB for Arc
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No they do definitely not! It works like a charm...
Skickat från min Arc S med ICS

Well... It all depends on your region. But if you unlock your bootloader, then it does not matter. Here are lot of things and ROMs to test on this forum, including the latest builds.
Sent from my LT15i using XDA

SevenD2 said:
and they recommend you stay on GB for Arc
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Can only assume you're taking the piss with that quote!!
Dazza

Questions go in the Q&A section

alkanaft said:
Well... It all depends on your region. But if you unlock your bootloader, then it does not matter. Here are lot of things and ROMs to test on this forum, including the latest builds.
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You do NOT need to unlock your bootloader to flash the latest official ICS.

BluechipJ said:
You do NOT need to unlock your bootloader to flash the latest offical ics/QUOTE]
He said it because not of all regions can be upgraded to ICS now
So he can up to any custom rom with unlocked bootloader
Sent from my LT18i
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hungragezone said:
He said it because not of all regions can be upgraded to ICS now
So he can up to any custom rom with unlocked bootloader
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Again, wrong.
The ICS update may not have been released for his specific SI # or carrier, but any phone can flash any FTF file.
Rogers (Canada) won't be releasing ICS for another few weeks yet I had ICS a week ago.

Dazza2910 said:
Can only assume you're taking the piss with that quote!!
Dazza
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"The reason for this is that Sony believes the new update may be less stable than Gingerbread.
Apparently the company wants to allow users to make 'an informed decision' over the upgrade and whether or not they want the new features at the possible expense of stability."
And I remember Sony saying ICS uses 30mb more RAM (on stock)

Where did that quote come from?
I'd say ICS is more stable so far. I used to get a few apps closing and regular pauses on some applications for no reason at all.
Not had any of that on ICS so far!! Also seems to run fine speed wise, even if it does use more RAM.
Fingers crossed, but all way better than 2.3.4 so far.
Dazza

[Q] Installing Jellybean

Hey guys, I'm new the the GN, so I have a question..
Right now I have the GN on AOKP and Der Kernel, I am wondering if I can update to jellybean? If I do, do I need to install a new bootloader?

Nope, just download the zip from this thread:
(assuming you have a GSM Gnexus)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1737849
and you're good to go.
(flash through CWM, make sure to do a backup first, and wipe).

Nice. Thanks!
I can flash any JB roms right?
Example:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1738197

nitrogen618 said:
Nice. Thanks!
I can flash any JB roms right?
Example:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1738197
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Yes, if you wish to use that rom that will work as well. Assuming your Gnexus is a GSM one.

isinisterx said:
Yes, if you wish to use that rom that will work as well. Assuming your Gnexus is a GSM one.
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K. Thanks!
Asked the question because I saw some other guys thread saying he installed Jellybean, and need to install a new bootloader for it to boot up.. O_O

I didnt have too, I had to install the rootfix but thats implemented in version 2 (in the link I provided to you).
Worst come worst, just restore it and install the bootloader.
But I came off aokp and had no issues.

nitrogen618 said:
Hey guys, I'm new the the GN, so I have a question..
Right now I have the GN on AOKP and Der Kernel, I am wondering if I can update to jellybean? If I do, do I need to install a new bootloader?
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If you want to try the stock JB ROM, see post #2 here.

nitrogen618 said:
K. Thanks!
Asked the question because I saw some other guys thread saying he installed Jellybean, and need to install a new bootloader for it to boot up.. O_O
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JB comes with a new bootloader, but it isn't necessary for JB to work. People usually update the bootloader to be able to do OTA updates

[Q] some help with my xperia S bootloader and root.

hello.i need some help with my Xperia S lt26i.i'm on stock ICS .55 firmware and i want to root.but i'm not really sure if my bootloader is locked or unlocked.when i go to service info it says : Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes.so this is locked but i can unlock my bootloader?
and the best method to root and flash a custom rom?i've seen some tutorials but i don't know what to use.i don't want to downgrade or something.
thanks you for time and sorry for the noob questions but i am new on the xperia rooting.

Grigoris0r20r said:
hello.i need some help with my Xperia S lt26i.i'm on stock ICS .55 firmware and i want to root.but i'm not really sure if my bootloader is locked or unlocked.when i go to service info it says : Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes.so this is locked but i can unlock my bootloader?
and the best method to root and flash a custom rom?i've seen some tutorials but i don't know what to use.i don't want to downgrade or something.
thanks you for time and sorry for the noob questions but i am new on the xperia rooting.
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Yes you can unlock bootloader,after unlock you will lose DRM Keys that can't be restore,and also BRAVIA Engine won't work.
About root check youtube to know more and understand.
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thank you so much for your help! i will wait a litle bit longer for the official update and if they don't release it i will root.thanks!

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Grigoris0r20r said:
hello.i need some help with my Xperia S lt26i.i'm on stock ICS .55 firmware and i want to root.but i'm not really sure if my bootloader is locked or unlocked.when i go to service info it says : Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes.so this is locked but i can unlock my bootloader?
and the best method to root and flash a custom rom?i've seen some tutorials but i don't know what to use.i don't want to downgrade or something.
thanks you for time and sorry for the noob questions but i am new on the xperia rooting.
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Hello @Grigoris0r20r,
Its really simple if you follow the steps,
Here is a step by step post for the same. Click [Here]
Its A Complete Beginners Guide.
It would surely help.
Regards,
Dwarkesh

dwarkesh2492 said:
Hello @Grigoris0r20r,
Its really simple if you follow the steps,
Here is a step by step post for the same. Click [Here]
Its A Complete Beginners Guide.
It would surely help.
Regards,
Dwarkesh
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thank you so much!!!! very helpfull guide! i think that i am gonna stick with locked bootloader for a while.and like all the phone if i root it it will void my warranty right? thank you! :good::good::good::good::good:

pannekoek28 said:
You can always root your device. You will still receive OTA (over the air) updates. I highly recommend to root your xperia S, because it is very easy and I can't name a negative thing about it. To root your .55 firmware, search in the android development thread for a topic about rooting this specific firmware. It's called New root method or something like that. I'm on my mobile now so I can't give you a link.
As for bootloader: yes, you can unlock it. I personally don't recommend it, (a lot of others will), because you won't be able to go back to normal and I find it very difficult to do. There are about 2-3 ROMs that can be installed with a locked bootloader. I also have a locked one and used Xzxperience 2 for quite a time.
Good luck with rooting (and unlocking?) and welcome to the forums
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i think u say about this method : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2204321
i've found it easy.what about your rom? is it stable and fast? oh and if you don't mind one more question.u said that i am be able to receive OTA updates.so if i have a custom rom i am still gonna be able to receive official OTA updates? thank you for your help!!! and like you said i think i am gonna stick with locked bootloader.i only have some months my XS.

Grigoris0r20r said:
i think u say about this method : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2204321
i've found it easy.what about your rom? is it stable and fast? oh and if you don't mind one more question.u said that i am be able to receive OTA updates.so if i have a custom rom i am still gonna be able to receive official OTA updates? thank you for your help!!! and like you said i think i am gonna stick with locked bootloader.i only have some months my XS.
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Unfortunately No, You Will Not Get Sony Official Update.
Yes Having a locked bootloader is a good idea till JB rolls out

dwarkesh2492 said:
Unfortunately No, You Will Not Get Sony Official Update.
Yes Having a locked bootloader is a good idea till JB rolls out
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the only bad with locked bootloader is that you can't flash all the roms.but its ok.i think i am gonna root it soon cause sony is not gonna release the official update soon i think.

Lets hope it does!

dwarkesh2492 said:
Lets hope it does!
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well mate i have already rooted my LT 26i to Jelly bean, it will be June to get official update.
don't worry about the warranty, u can re-lock your boot loader any time and flash it with .55 and no one will know that u had rooted your phone and u can do the official updates with OTA or PC companion or from service center.
i can 100% guarantee u that cz i have already tested it on EMMA ( official software for Sony )
if u want to know the details how to unlock boot-loader, root and install leaked Jelly bean, its all in the forum
if u don't understand then i can help out

epicsha said:
well mate i have already rooted my LT 26i to Jelly bean, it will be June to get official update.
don't worry about the warranty, u can re-lock your boot loader any time and flash it with .55 and no one will know that u had rooted your phone and u can do the official updates with OTA or PC companion or from service center.
i can 100% guarantee u that cz i have already tested it on EMMA ( official software for Sony )
if u want to know the details how to unlock boot-loader, root and install leaked Jelly bean, its all in the forum
if u don't understand then i can help out
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i will wait for a bit longer for the official update,otherwise i am gonna root it.did u used the ftf .200 that they posted here?

Grigoris0r20r said:
i will wait for a bit longer for the official update,otherwise i am gonna root it.did u used the ftf .200 that they posted here?
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Nope i used .197 and its decent. let it run till official update ;p

epicsha said:
Nope i used .197 and its decent. let it run till official update ;p
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heheh yeah thats true.maybe i will try it soon.they said end of may but they did say what year lol

pannekoek28 said:
I really enjoyed the ROM. It had some nice features (toggles in status bar, CPU over/underclocking) and a really nice look.
To be honest I'm not really sure about OTA updates in custom ROM's. As far as I can recall you will NOT receive OTA updates. But you don't need them, because you can flash the official JB firmware when it's out with flashtool.
Good luck
Oh and btw, yes I meant that thread you mentioned. It works really easy
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yeah thats what i saw.a few clicks and you are done.btw do you know any other roms that don't want unlocked bootloader?i saw the list for jb roms but all need unlocked bootloader.

pannekoek28 said:
I know this ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2139152) is for locked bootloaders too. That's all I've found yet.
I havn't tried this one, but I am planning to do so. (after JB ofcourse )
I will stick with .55 firmware now, until JB releases. If I like it I will keep it (will use some mods though).
If I don't like it, I will switch to the ROM above. If I don't like that one I might unlock my bootloader.
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nice!!! thank you! so if i root my phone and keep the bootloader locked i can still receive the new update when it rolls out.right?
and one noob question.whats the point of rooting it if not using another rom?just to overclock?

There is no need to worry if u want to root the phone or unlock the boot loader nor u have to get worried that u will loose your warranty.
i have already tried it on official software

epicsha said:
There is no need to worry if u want to root the phone or unlock the boot loader nor u have to get worried that u will loose your warranty.
i have already tried it on official software
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hmmm nice then!!!

But I have already tested on my LT26i. Can u explain me what model u have and what are the things u have done. I would help u as much as I can!
Sent from my C6602 using xda app-developers app

pannekoek28 said:
you WILL lose warranty if you unlock your bootloader. in the Android development forum there is a thread that describes how to keep warranty, but it won't work for me [/QUOT
hmmmm i see.no need to root it now though cause i received the official update yesterday so its ok.at least they fixed the cam.but not the lag when you record on full HD.
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[Q] Ion says Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No, Can I install custom ROMs/kernels anyway?

I've been trying to buy a Sony Xperia Ion (LT28AT) for use on T-Mobile USA where the bootloader is allowed to be unlocked. So far, all the devices I've looked at all say No.
I know I can still root an LT28AT where the bootloader unlock allowed = No, but I can't install custom ROMs and kernels, right?
But from reading threads here it seems some people can still install custom ROMs and kernels where the answer is No. Can anyone please clear this up for me?
Thanks!

With a locked bootloader you can use roms that are stock-based.
With an unlocked bootloader you can use roms that need another kernel, just like miui, cm 10 etc

w3nZ said:
With a locked bootloader you can use roms that are stock-based.
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Does that include CyanogenMod ROMs like CM10, CM11 etc?
Also, with a locked bootloader can anyone tell me if I can install any kernels that will overclock?
THANKS!

CyanogenMod Roms need their own kernel, and to flash this kernel, you need an unlocked bootloader.
You cant flash any custom kernel on a locked bootloader.

You must unlocked bootloader before flash another kernel.

w3nZ said:
With a locked bootloader you can use roms that are stock-based.
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So what ROMs are stock-based that are available on XDA?

U can actually flash cm 10 on u a locked boot loader... A developer @mrgeez is working on making cm10 rom for locked bootloaders... Some roms work on locked boot loader and some don't... But ideally don't buy a cell with locked bootloader.. Causes to many problems..
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Hit thanks if I helped.. ??
Sent from my Xperia ion using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

parthv21 said:
U can actually flash cm 10 on u a locked boot loader... A developer @mrgeez is working on making cm10 rom ...
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That's not me sadly, you're probably thinking of someone else with a similar name...

Ya... I was talking about @MrGezz...
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mrgeez said:
That's not me sadly, you're probably thinking of someone else with a similar name...
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parthv21 said:
Ya... I was talking about @MrGezz...
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that kinda funny , hahaha, but anyone who own xperia ion that want to test cm10 for LB can found it here

Sorry, @parthv21, your info is inaccurate. See below link:
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][4.1.2] CyanogenMod 10 for LOCKED bootloaders(For Xperia Ion)

EEngineer said:
Sorry, @parthv21, your info is inaccurate. See below link:
[ROM][UNOFFICIAL][4.1.2] CyanogenMod 10 for LOCKED bootloaders(For Xperia Ion)
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What's inaccurate about it? This is an exception because they managed to get CM10 working with a stock kernel. You can't get any higher versions though because those require an appropriate kernel that isn't stock anymore. There have been a lot of kernel changes between Android 4.1 and 4.2. So on locked bootloader you can install stockbased ROMs (like eXistenZ) and one particular version of CM10. Impossible to flash a custom kernel.
Unlocking the bootloader also has downsides though. Beyond Android 4.0, the Mobile Bravia Engine stops working on an unlocked bootloader. Without that, the colours are a bit more washed out, and the screen already isn't the most vibrant around (the Xperia S screen anyway, but the Xperia Ion screen isn't that different).

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What's inaccurate about it?
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EEngineer said:
I know I can still root an LT28AT where the bootloader unlock allowed = No, but I can't install custom ROMs and kernels, right?
But from reading threads here it seems some people can still install custom ROMs and kernels where the answer is No. Can anyone please clear this up for me?
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Redstarr1 said:
This is an exception because they managed to get CM10 working with a stock kernel. You can't get any higher versions though because those require an appropriate kernel that isn't stock anymore. There have been a lot of kernel changes between Android 4.1 and 4.2. So on locked bootloader you can install stockbased ROMs (like eXistenZ) and one particular version of CM10. Impossible to flash a custom kernel.
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So really a locked bootloader means I can't install any kernels, And I can only install ROMs compatible with my existing stock kernel.
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Unlocking the bootloader also has downsides though. Beyond Android 4.0, the Mobile Bravia Engine stops working on an unlocked bootloader. Without that, the colours are a bit more washed out, and the screen already isn't the most vibrant around (the Xperia S screen anyway, but the Xperia Ion screen isn't that different).
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Good to know!