Hello guys,
I am selling my phone so I want to remove root and all personal details
I have removed some system apps too
As of now I am on firmware 4.0.2.A.0.42
Should I just flash my phone using LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42.ftf to make it like new,
Will it give me any problem as I am flashing same firmware again?
I am waiting for your replies
Thanks
If your bootloader is locked then use pc companion, seus or flashtool. If you want it as original then pc companion is your best bet as the flashtool files may be generic rather than specific to your country.
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sinkster said:
If your bootloader is locked then use pc companion, seus or flashtool. If you want it as original then pc companion is your best bet as the flashtool files may be generic rather than specific to your country.
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Thanks for your reply sinkster,
PC Companion says that my phone is up to date so I guess I will have to use Flashtool
Hopefully it will remove root and other things that I had done with the phone
xReal said:
Thanks for your reply sinkster,
PC Companion says that my phone is up to date so I guess I will have to use Flashtool
Hopefully it will remove root and other things that I had done with the phone
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You could use the repair function in PCC.
It'll remove root, restore all system apps, etc.
Is there any chance that PC Companion will downgrade the firmware as if that happens then I will have the 0% battery problem?
As far as I know PCC won't downgrade your firmware.
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my arc recently notice me can update software from mobilephone,but after updating I cannot turn on my arc.
when I switch the turn-on button,the phone will shake and LED light will flash,just like be locked by official.
what's happening?Can someone help me solve this problem?(P.S:my arc have been rooted before)
Is your bl unlocked?
excuse me,what 's the meaning of "bl"??
bl = Bootloader
can you get into flashmode ?
I have used the flashtool to root the official 2.3.2,but still cannot turn on the phone...
henryfung said:
I have used the flashtool to root the official 2.3.2,but still cannot turn on the phone...
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What you mean to say..."I have used the flashtool to root the official 2.3.2" when you "but still cannot turn on the phone..."
I'm sorry that I am HongKonger and hard to use english to have a conversation but I will try my best^^
I mean after I cannot turn on the arc, I have used "Flashtool"-a software of rooting,to root my arc be a official android 2.3.2 version. However I still cannot turn on my arc and still cannot work...
hard to read your english, however when your bootloader is not unlocked try the oficial SE ZEUS update program, if you have your bootloader unlocked take a look here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358 a lot of people had this with unlocked bootloader to prevent this disable OTA in settings menu
henryfung said:
I'm sorry that I am HongKonger and hard to use english to have a conversation but I will try my best^^
I mean after I cannot turn on the arc, I have used "Flashtool"-a software of rooting,to root my arc be a official android 2.3.2 version. However I still cannot turn on my arc and still cannot work...
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I have more questions after reading this...but I try to answer something.
Flashtool cannot root your ARC at the moment. You can use GingerBreak to root 2.3.2 and not 2.3.3. You can use Flashtool to flash different region firmware (debranding)
If your phone cannot be turned on...how did you manage to root it?
henryfung said:
I'm sorry that I am HongKonger and hard to use english to have a conversation but I will try my best^^
I mean after I cannot turn on the arc, I have used "Flashtool"-a software of rooting,to root my arc be a official android 2.3.2 version. However I still cannot turn on my arc and still cannot work...
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Go to the link provided by depulle87 at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358 and follow the instructions given on that post to FLASH (NOT ROOT) your phone using flashtool. Hope that helps.
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I have more questions after reading this...but I try to answer something.
Flashtool cannot root your ARC at the moment. You can use GingerBreak to root 2.3.2 and not 2.3.3. You can use Flashtool to flash different region firmware (debranding)
If your phone cannot be turned on...how did you manage to root it?
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Because flashtool can use despite I cannot turn on my arc.
Do you mean flashtool is not use for root?
henryfung said:
Because flashtool can use despite I cannot turn on my arc.
Do you mean flashtool is not use for root?
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No. The FlashTool does not root your phone.
Just flash your phone again.
Use PC Companion to repair or use Update Service to flash it again.
If you must use FlashTool, watch this:
please help me..
i'm trying to repair my .42 fw by wotanserver..
unfortunately it failed and can't boot..
after sony ericsson text launch, it shown a triangle with (!) inside it and phone picture beside it..
how to fix it?..thanks..
Have you tried using Sony Ericsson Update Service? (SEUS)
Search for it on this site
use PC Companion to repair
thanks..
problem solve..
i'm remove the battery and try again and again using wotanserver..
glad to see now i'm running fw 62 with root..
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please help me..
i'm trying to repair my .42 fw by wotanserver..
unfortunately it failed and can't boot..
after sony ericsson text launch, it shown a triangle with (!) inside it and phone picture beside it..
how to fix it?..thanks..
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I don't get a the point of using wotanserver for repairing, while you have the standard stock SEUS or PC Companion does the same!
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I don't get a the point of using wotanserver for repairing, while you have the standard stock SEUS or PC Companion does the same!
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i'm can't update via OTA to 62 because i had remove the bloatware and adjusting the system in fw.42..then actually when I'm try to repair it using PCC or SEUS it just through me to the update for fw.62..not to repair my fw.42..
i would like to restore back the stock fw .42 first to keep my root after updating the fw.62..
everything is fine right now..
Hey there, I have someone who locked themselves out of their Rogers Sony Xperia Arc and I'm trying to hard reset the device to remove the code and make the phone usable for them again.
Unfortunately as I've done my research it looks more and more like these branded phones can't be put in to fastboot mode so I can't unlock the bootloader. I've attempted to over ride the drivers, I've plugged the device in while off and held menu and I get a green/yellow LED indicator instead of the blue one I need, and have no access to the actual device itself when turned on due to the screen lock.
Can anyone help? I have the FastBoot folders and the USB drivers (x86 and x64) downloaded and ready to go as well as the key.
Flash a stock ftf or use the Update service, done.
XperienceD said:
Flash a stock ftf or use the Update service, done.
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I can't access the recovery menu to put it in to download mode. I must apologize if I sound like I don't know what I'm doing. I've never dealt with a Sony device before. Most of my experience is Samsung with a little HTC.
Could you explain what you mean a little bit better? Maybe link a tutorial? I'd be much obliged.
L33t Masta said:
Could you explain what you mean a little bit better? Maybe link a tutorial? I'd be much obliged.
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XperienceD said:
The Flashtool, Updating, Unbricking & De-Branding:
PLEASE NOTE:
If you have Un-Locked your Bootloader DO NOT UPDATE Over The Air (O.T.A) or YOU WILL BRICK your Device. If you have Bricked then see THIS thread with how to Restore your Phone.
{RECOVER SOFT-brick}[2012 XPERIA's]Recover ALL 2012 XPERIAs from SOFT-brick
[Remote Support] Fully Repair Dead Xperias Arc/Neo/Play/X10/X8/W8/Mini/MiniPro ALL
The Flashtool is simply what it says on the tin, it's a tool that flashes Firmware to your device in a similar manner as SEUS or PC Companion does except the Flashtool requires .ftf files which can be downloaded from your devices General or Development forum. This is generally the preferred method for Repairing your Phone if SEUS or PC Companion aren't an option or you just prefer not to use them. You can also use the Flashtool to flash a Generic .ftf to your device which will remove any Operator Branding from your device.
This video by BlueChipJ explains the process of using the Flashtool...
...or you can use (specific Phones only) the Official Sony Flash Tool. See maxio1998's thread for more info - [TOOL]Official Sony Flash Tool | Unlocked Devices
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Hi, i m new to android. my Sony ericsson xperia Arc is rebooting again and again. the lock screen appears on Starting up and then the screen vanishes.. and restarts. please guide me what to do. i have rogers phone which i unlocked from the market to use other Sims. thanks please help.
What did you do prior the issue started? Did you have any modifications? Custom ROM/kernel?
Safest solution - Reinstall phone firmware. Either with Flashtool or with Sony PC Companion. Flashtool guide can be found from my signature, the tutorial one.
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Someguyfromhell said:
What did you do prior the issue started? Did you have any modifications? Custom ROM/kernel?
Safest solution - Reinstall phone firmware. Either with Flashtool or with Sony PC Companion. Flashtool guide can be found from my signature, the tutorial one.
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Hi thanks for replying. i didnt do anything!! no modifications. i was in college. it started restarting again and again.. and i am unable to use pc companion because it requires to turnon the phone and use notification drop down and do somethings. my phone doesnt stay on.. please guide me plzzzzz
Just use flashtool and flash a stock ftf file.
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hey all i'm new here and also i'm beginner in android
i have problem with my xperia arc lt15i
it keep restarting
first sony logo is coming then xperia then the home screen and after a few seconds it restart itself doing the same thing again
i tried to flash the stock rom using flashtool but the flashing process stopped at the beginning i think it because the bootloader is locked
plz help me
thank u
note : sorry for my bad english
Wrong. You can still use Flashtool even with a locked bootloader. If you're new to this, I suggest you use the PC Companion to repair your phone since it is easier.
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popthosegaskets said:
Wrong. You can still use Flashtool even with a locked bootloader. If you're new to this, I suggest you use the PC Companion to repair your phone since it is easier.
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thanks for replying but the PC Companion don't recognize the phone because the phone keep rebooting
and i downloaded 2 different stock roms and the flashtool give me the same error
Try using Sony update service and see if it helps.
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popthosegaskets said:
Try using Sony update service and see if it helps.
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i downloaded the latest version of this program and couldn't find my mobile in it
Did you look carefully? Your phone should be listed there.
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