ICS Beta [Q] - Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Just flashed my phone , im wondering how to :
A) get the market App Or install File Explorer/Astro File manager
B) Root the phone.
Thanks In Advanced.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1573352

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[Q] Android Default Browser

Hi All,
I deleted the default browser a while ago and now want to use it again for testing. I cant find it in the market, so is there a download link to add it back to my device?
Also, I have removed most of the bloatware from the device but would like to know if there is an official ROM I can download in case I need to restore the device.
Can anyone point me to some links.
Thanks
Ian
Have you tried resetting the device to default? That could solve the problem.
Download a custom rom like Leedroids, extract it somewhere, navigate ti system/app and browser. Copy it and using root explorer mound r/w and paste it into system/app of your running rom.
Sent from my LeeDroided Desire HD
iancrowther said:
Hi All,
I deleted the default browser a while ago and now want to use it again for testing. I cant find it in the market, so is there a download link to add it back to my device?
Also, I have removed most of the bloatware from the device but would like to know if there is an official ROM I can download in case I need to restore the device.
Can anyone point me to some links.
Thanks
Ian
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This has a list of RUU that you can use for restoring to stock firmware

MS2GINGER3.0 question

Hi all,
I am in MS2GINGER3.0 RTM and when I am trying to replace a system file (eg SystemUI.apk) I always get "system is write protected".Also,when I give adb remount,I get an answer operation not permitted.Can anyone help?
You should use root explorer and make sure browsing files with read/write ready. Putting systemUI apk would freeze your phone if the modded file have different configuration. I would suggest you put the apk into a flash able zip and flash it under CWM.
Sent from my awesome Moto Defy: Rooted Gingerbread 2.3.6 - XDA Premium
The strange thing is that with previous versions of MS2GINGER I could do anything I wanted with Android Commander.Now I have the problem that I mentioned before.I ask for what changed and there is problem now.

clarifying phone modding

hey, im attempting to mod my xperia play r800i but need to clarify a few issue here as im very very very new to android.
1. currently on 0.42, if i root it and then update to 0.62, is the phone still rooted? if not, what is the way to root 0.62? is the same rooting method applicable on it?
2. to mod my phone, is the sequence correct? unlock boatloader via sony homepage>root phone> install DoomLord kernel> flash JokaWild rom
3. for the CVM, can it be accessed for all xperia play, or need to install someting to access into that mode?
thanks!
just unlock the bootloader and then install the DoomKernel via fastboot, Doomkernel is already rooted and CWM installed
talzer said:
hey, im attempting to mod my xperia play r800i but need to clarify a few issue here as im very very very new to android.
1. currently on 0.42, if i root it and then update to 0.62, is the phone still rooted? if not, what is the way to root 0.62? is the same rooting method applicable on it?
2. to mod my phone, is the sequence correct? unlock boatloader via sony homepage>root phone> install DoomLord kernel> flash JokaWild rom
3. for the CVM, can it be accessed for all xperia play, or need to install someting to access into that mode?
thanks!
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If you update OTA and not through a computer, you keep root. However, OTA doesn't work after removing bloatware, so make sure you haven't removed anything yet.
The order would be unlock bootloader, flash stock .62 firmware, flash DooMKernel, load recovery, install jokawild.
The CWM you would use to flash jokawild is built into DooMKernel. When booting the phone, the notification light will turn blue. When it does, press the back button to enter recovery.
Also, you don't need to worry about keeping root, or rooting again since jokawild is already rooted automatically.
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
thanks for all the reply!
another question, how do i access my phone's internal memory via my laptop?
it seems that i can only access sd card data.
Afaik the only way is to use ADB, and I'm pretty sure that's only for push/pull commands and not file browsing.
I usually use root explorer from the phone itself.
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
hey, want to ask another question, if i do a 'factory reset', will it delete the crash bandicoot apk file in the internal memory? because i need the file for pspxperia to emulate ps1 games in it. thanks!
talzer said:
hey, want to ask another question, if i do a 'factory reset', will it delete the crash bandicoot apk file in the internal memory? because i need the file for pspxperia to emulate ps1 games in it. thanks!
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I believe the app comes factory preset.
You could always just copy the Crash Bandicoot files to your computer and not worry about it though.
in the sdk manager, what i should choose to install? the tools and android kit api 14?
this one is the zergrush method for rooting
talzer said:
in the sdk manager, what i should choose to install? the tools and android kit api 14?
this one is the zergrush method for rooting
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no need to install that API, just install this only
- Android SDK tools
- Android SDK Platform-tools
- Google usb driver(extra)
A factory reset, as in one you do through the phone menus, doesn't modify which apps are installed. It only wipes user settings.
Flashing a stock firmware includes the games that you had when you got the phone.
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
actually how to install apk file after downloaded from website? since i dont have wifi here, i can only download legal apk files but how do i install them into the phone?
View the apk file through a file explorer app like Astro
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
talzer said:
actually how to install apk file after downloaded from website? since i dont have wifi here, i can only download legal apk files but how do i install them into the phone?
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install this file manager https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.metago.astro&hl=en
if u download an apk file outside the google play, go to your download folder to install it
which way to unlock boatloader is recommended? s2tool or from sony website?
is it true that if use s2tool method, update still can be done via OTA?

some one help to root Gio (android 2.3.6)

Hi .. some one can help me to root my Samsung Galaxy Gio S5660L with android version 2.3.6 , gingerbread VHKP8 , I been trying to do it in many ways so I couldn't just this came freeze when is running the root method... I try superone click, unloockroot, galaxy gio rooting package, upd1 and ginger brake.. so anyone of this didn't work... I hope some one can help me .. tank you..:cyclops:
Put "Update.zip" on your sd card
Start phone in recovery mode and chose "Update from SD-card"
Go to "Update.zip" and install.
did'nt work.
don't work for my gio , just say Installation aborted.
Dont leave here soon. Cause i am currently getting ubuntu (linux) running on my comp for compiling stuff. So i will be able to package someones custom rom into a flashable tar if you wish.
getting status 7
i try installing the update from sd card and i get status 7 and aborted update, plz help
http://www.mediafire.com/?vtzdwby2on2ksnj try this update. It should work
PS : I found it on : http://androidforums.com/gio-all-things-root/408235-rooting-samsung-gio-ginderbread-2-3-4-a.html
I used this for rooting my stock 2.3.6 (see attachment)
Roots, installs superuser and busybox.
Worked for me, but not sure if it works for S5660L
If you want to know where I got it from, pm me, can't post links yet, quite annoying...
You should go in the recovery mode to run the update.zip and not though the file explorer.
To come in recovery mode, turn off the phone -->press the main button (in middle) + right button (to turn on/off the phone) keep both buttons until the recovery mode shows. Scroll down by using the left side button on phone (volume control) and choose install zip from sdcard by pressing the main button. Then reboot the phone and its rooted.
coolhof said:
Put "Update.zip" on your sd card
Start phone in recovery mode and chose "Update from SD-card"
Go to "Update.zip" and install.
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thanks !
Ruben55 said:
I used this for rooting my stock 2.3.6 (see attachment)
Roots, installs superuser and busybox.
Worked for me, but not sure if it works for S5660L
If you want to know where I got it from, pm me, can't post links yet, quite annoying...
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This worked flawlessly with my Samsung GIO GT-S5660, Android 2.3.6.
Thank you
I have just bought a S5660, and it cannot get rooted , even following your instruction
here are the details:
baseband version: S5660XXKT6
android version : 2.3.6
kernel version [email protected]#1
build number: GINGERBREAD.XXKTI
can someone help me?
Ruben55 said:
I used this for rooting my stock 2.3.6 (see attachment)
Roots, installs superuser and busybox.
Worked for me, but not sure if it works for S5660L
If you want to know where I got it from, pm me, can't post links yet, quite annoying...
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I have Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660 and this root works on my mobile. can you provide unroot?
sulman66 said:
I have Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660 and this root works on my mobile. can you provide unroot?
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You can use Root Explorer,Astra or other similar app for unrooting, it should be mounted as R/W
go to: system/app, delete SuperUser.apk
reboot
still a problem ..
Hello everybody
I have tried all the ways to have my root access in my samsung GIO 2, but nothing works..
Model Number :GT-S5660
Android System : 2.3.6
I think it's the same model as the others here.. But When I try to root with a file update.zip, it doesn't work, with the file RootGalaxyGio.zip (this one of this topic) it's the same case...
I install RootChecker and it says me that I haven't the root access.. And If I try to install "SuperSU" to move the apps, it says me that "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install it. This is a problem!"
I I really don't know What I could do to have my root access.....
Thank's a lot for your answers
marshallbr93 said:
Hello everybody
I have tried all the ways to have my root access in my samsung GIO 2, but nothing works..
Model Number :GT-S5660
Android System : 2.3.6
I think it's the same model as the others here.. But When I try to root with a file update.zip, it doesn't work, with the file RootGalaxyGio.zip (this one of this topic) it's the same case...
I install RootChecker and it says me that I haven't the root access.. And If I try to install "SuperSU" to move the apps, it says me that "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install it. This is a problem!"
I I really don't know What I could do to have my root access.....
Thank's a lot for your answers
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this is what you are looking for: Rooting S5660 GIO 2.3.6
Confused
Ican you help me with rootgalaxygio.zip? There are other packages... eg
Gingerbreak
Update.zip
root gb updated.zip
Which of these is best to use for a Galaxy gio S5660 running 2.3.6 build XXKTK?
s4meq said:
Ican you help me with rootgalaxygio.zip? There are other packages... eg
Gingerbreak
Update.zip
root gb updated.zip
Which of these is best to use for a Galaxy gio S5660 running 2.3.6 build XXKTK?
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[Q] help about Root and cwm

I HAVE PROBLEM WITH USB ITS NOT WORKING
CAN I ROOT WITHOUT USB(WITHOUT PC)ANY APPLICATION IS THEIR TO ROOT I MEAN .APK
[APP] z4root - root android in one click from an app
LINK --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833954
CAN I ROOT MY XPERIA S LT26i WITH z4root.1.1.0.apk (or any lastest version)
if yes tell me steps how to use z4root.1.1.0.apk (or any lastest version)
and even tell me how to install CMW without USB any apps for CWM
mkarande786 said:
I HAVE PROBLEM WITH USB ITS NOT WORKING
CAN I ROOT WITHOUT USB(WITHOUT PC)ANY APPLICATION IS THEIR TO ROOT I MEAN .APK
[APP] z4root - root android in one click from an app
LINK --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833954
CAN I ROOT MY XPERIA S LT26i WITH z4root.1.1.0.apk (or any lastest version)
if yes tell me steps how to use z4root.1.1.0.apk (or any lastest version)
and even tell me how to install CMW without USB any apps for CWM
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For the root, yes you can by using Towelroot of geohot. You will need to transfer the apk first (using AirDroid for example).
towelroot.com
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
For the recovery, it get more tricky. I am not sure if I can help but I think you may be able to flash it using "Flashify" from Google Play Store.

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