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[Q] How to Root Xperia Play 2.3.4 without Bootloader unlock ?

Hi guys, I hate to be the new guy asking for something that's more than likely been answered, but I honestly did search for hours on the site before I broke apart and joined the forum to ask.
Basically, I'm new to the android hacking scene and want to Root my Xperia Play R800i that is running 2.3.4, having been upgraded from 2.3.2 . But i'd like to be able to do this without unlocking the bootloader (and according to the system menu, the boot can be unlocked, i just choose to prefer to not unlock it).
Is this possible ? Because the 3 tools I tried that say they supposedly support this, haven't worked for me :
SuperOneClick 2.2
DooMLoRD V3
Root Unroot Sony 1.5
So, can anyone help me out in this one ? Thanks in advanced
Alpha

For 2.3.2 its called gingerbreak and for 2.3.3-2.3.4 its called zergrush. Search for those.

hi alpha
gingerbreak is not working on 2.3.4
and for use doomlord kernel you have to unlock your bootloader .
there is one way to roor/unroot your beautiful xperia play , use oneclickrool ( https://shortfuse.org ) latest version.it works %100 , i've used it yesterday on my phone 2.3.4 (( .....0.58 ))

Huh.... Oneclickroot worked when uing that new version. 2.2 didn't work, 2.3 did though. Handy.
Thank you very much Mehdi.Moah !

hi, im trying this now, but it always stop responding after starting the daemon server. how did you get it to work?

i thought id post rather than start a new thread
i have an xperia play with the very latest software
specs:
R800i
2.3.4
build: 4.0.2.A.0.42
kernal:2.6.32.9-perf [email protected]#1
i am worried about rooting, i definatly want it but i am looking for an easy and safe way to do it please get back to me on this here or preferably by email
[email protected]

I just use flashtool to push zerg
Sent from my R800a using Tapatalk

SeXperiaPlaY said:
i thought id post rather than start a new thread
i have an xperia play with the very latest software
specs:
R800i
2.3.4
build: 4.0.2.A.0.42
kernal:2.6.32.9-perf [email protected]#1
i am worried about rooting, i definatly want it but i am looking for an easy and safe way to do it please get back to me on this here or preferably by email
[email protected]
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use super one click. shortfuse
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when i use superoneclick should i select zergrush exploit

Leave it as AUTO don't select.
Also, it may take a few tried. I had to try like 3-4 times, rebooting each time for it to work.

Make sure you have USB debugging enabled too. First time it faiked for me I forgot to do that
sent from my Locked r800at

help
Hello,
Can some one please help me?
I have an xperia play with the very latest software
specs:
R800i
2.3.4
build: 4.0.2.A.0.62
kernal:2.6.32.9-perf [email protected]#1
boot loader is locked
Can I root the device using superoneclick (short fuse)? Would I be able to then use Link2sd?
When rooted to unroot do I just use SE companion to reinstall the software?
Thanks

mr_spatel said:
Hello,
Can some one please help me?
I have an xperia play with the very latest software
specs:
R800i
2.3.4
build: 4.0.2.A.0.62
kernal:2.6.32.9-perf [email protected]#1
boot loader is locked
Can I root the device using superoneclick (short fuse)? Would I be able to then use Link2sd?
When rooted to unroot do I just use SE companion to reinstall the software?
Thanks
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NO. you can only root via recovery on .62 but I believe you can downgrade then root or something.
Sent from my R800i using Tapatalk

[Q] customize new SEplay and bit more..

hi guys ..im new to xplay forum and im from http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=695 (dell streak 5) forum..
i need a bit push to go on for customize xplay..so first of all i found that several stock firmwares avilable for xplay http://www.ptcrb.com/vendor/complete/view_complete_request_guest.cfm?modelid=18898
my xplay is with 4.0.2.A.0.42 SW version and there are several firmwares like
4.0.2.A.0.58
4.0.2.A.0.62
4.0.2.A.0.69
(witch are can found in followings)
http://www.xperiagamer.com/Stock-Roms/234-stock-firmware-for-flashtool.html
http://unlock-bootloader.com/downloads/
so my first Q is...
instead of my firmware( 4.0.2.A.0.42 ) is there any known different of flashing other firmwares (4.0.2.A.0.58 ,4.0.2.A.0.62 ,4.0.2.A.0.69) i mean different between porting or something??
my 2nd Q is
if ive unlocked my bootloader is it a matter for software updating over the phone itself? ( hopefully if official ICS released as they have mention here http://www.xperiagamer.com/Blog3/ics-for-play-gets-certified.html
and my last Q is
im willing to flash this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1649368 rom as far as the kinda good rom other than other GB roms or any one can suggest me a good rom for day to stable with maximum optimized for gaming with bug free?
thanks friends!!

Flash .58, gives more free internal memory.
Sent from my awesome Xperia Play

jeff7424 said:
Flash .58, gives more free internal memory.
Sent from my awesome Xperia Play
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thanks buddy..ive also heard about that..what about other 62 and 69?
and any idea about custom roms & kernals that can reccomend?

bump!! any one??

For q1, it is baseband different
Cmiiw
For q2, u cant have update if unlock bootloader
For q3, its not bad for using the rom, i prefer to using true ancestor,. Have no issues for playing any games i've already installed n yes i only have one phone so i do some calls, texting, email, browse, etc with this xplay.. Its running good
Regards from Lucian
Xperia Play with True Ancestor Rom modded myself..
Locked Bootloader

datswhy said:
For q1, it is baseband different
Cmiiw
For q2, u cant have update if unlock bootloader
For q3, its not bad for using the rom, i prefer to using true ancestor,. Have no issues for playing any games i've already installed n yes i only have one phone so i do some calls, texting, email, browse, etc with this xplay.. Its running good
Regards from Lucian
Xperia Play with True Ancestor Rom modded myself..
Locked Bootloader
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thanks mate..
yeah heard that ancestor also up in the play community..will give it a try on that also :thumbup:
sent from SExperia play using xda premium

datswhy said:
For q1, it is baseband different
Cmiiw
For q2, u cant have update if unlock bootloader
For q3, its not bad for using the rom, i prefer to using true ancestor,. Have no issues for playing any games i've already installed n yes i only have one phone so i do some calls, texting, email, browse, etc with this xplay.. Its running good
Regards from Lucian
Xperia Play with True Ancestor Rom modded myself..
Locked Bootloader
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thanks mate..
yeah heard that ancestor also up in the play community..will give it a try on that also :thumbup:
aka just for the records is there any known bugs in ancestor rom??
sent from SExperia play using xda premium

xperia play root service

newbie. i barely could get an emulator to work but i'm thinking about having my phone unlocked, rooted, bootloader, whatever it takes so i have access to move things into my memory card, delete bloated stock software.
but i need my phone to work 100%, text, internet, 4g, ATT.
anyone offer this service? i don't need some fancy rom either.

You only really need root for what you want and its pretty easy to do you can use apps like apps2sd link2sd to move apps to sdcard and all your phone features will work
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!

ILikeTheWayYouMove2 said:
You only really need root for what you want and its pretty easy to do you can use apps like apps2sd link2sd to move apps to sdcard and all your phone features will work
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!
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i have the 800at and after doing my research looks like there are people that have issues after rooting their phone. is the att phone harder to root or am i reading something wrong?

It should all be the same I have r800i and used zergrush method on both my xperia plays and it worked fine no problem it should work if you follow the instructions just type in on xda search or Google how to root plat r800at.
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!

ILikeTheWayYouMove2 said:
It should all be the same I have r800i and used zergrush method on both my xperia plays and it worked fine no problem it should work if you follow the instructions just type in on xda search or Google how to root plat r800at.
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!
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the att phones seem to have issues.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1723323
i'll look into it more. thanks.

That's just the one phone you should atleast try it won't hurt
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!

ILikeTheWayYouMove2 said:
That's just the one phone you should atleast try it won't hurt
Xperia-Play
NXT 1.3 LE
YNWA!
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ok, which one do I do if you were me?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1312859

Anyone can help for easy rooting att phone?

legacygt777 said:
Anyone can help for easy rooting att phone?
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Get superoneclick from http://shortfuse.org that should root it fairly easily.
WARNING: This doesn't work, however, on the Verizon Wireless R800x v2.3.2. Please update to v2.3.3 before rooting if you have that phone/software version

Stock R800i ROM on R800X

Hi, can i install a stock 2.3.4 R800i rom on a R800X, i will just use the Xperia Play as a wifi internet device and a game console, i dont need calling or provider service internet.
Can i install it without messing other stuff?

No you can not install any GB R800i rom on the R800x. Your stuck with what you have.

Check the NXT lite rom for cdma, its pretty much like stock but better.
Sent from XDA app

If you're going to be playing hard games, I suggest you use the cola Rom. Its excellent for gaming.

sure you can!
0mega007 said:
Hi, can i install a stock 2.3.4 R800i rom on a R800X, i will just use the Xperia Play as a wifi internet device and a game console, i dont need calling or provider service internet.
Can i install it without messing other stuff?
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just make sure that it says gsm/cdma next to the rom..
Us R800x users are treated like the red headed step children on the xperia play.
link for rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1975851
wedges makes the best kernels use this..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1861970
oh wait you said stock thats a biggg NO!

NEW Xperia Play

Hey guys
I have a feq questions about the Xperia Play. I just got my Xperia play from my older brother and i want to flash it now
I'm familiiar with flashing (Samsung Galaxy S) and i know that i can brick my phone.
What i have to look for and how i flash it ,root it or take i back to stock

Driv said:
Hey guys
I have a feq questions about the Xperia Play. I just got my Xperia play from my older brother and i want to flash it now
I'm familiiar with flashing (Samsung Galaxy S) and i know that i can brick my phone.
What i have to look for and how i flash it ,root it or take i back to stock
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The xperia play is almost unbrickable. If you download fkashtool and the stock ftf for your phone it can solve most software problems. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2184897 this link has everything you need to know about the play. It will link you to guides on how to root and unlock the bootloader. Galaxy s bootloader is already unlocked but sony is different. You must unlock yourself and you cant flash kernel with odin anymore. You must use fastboot. Look at the guides in the thread i linked you to and you should be fine. (My brother has a galaxy s so i know all about flashing it) also before installing a rom make sure its for your version (verizon or gsm/att/tmobile)
Sent from my Xperia Play (r800x)

Nice to have onboard!
Now read this thread :victory:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2157425

I Don't know how to use flashtool please help my Skype name is ( live:cobra546783)
Sent from my S Xp z5 P D kernel 6.0.1 E6883 using XDA Free mobile app

Alejandrissimo, can you please help me unlock the bootloader on my xperia play r800at?