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[Q] Arc S going back to 4.0.4

Hi
now since i have unlocked bootloader nd flashed the FW 4.0.3 nd rooted with Kernal 4.1.A.0.562, an update is bugging me that says 4.1.B.03.431 which is the same Build when i have originally bought the phone with GB FW nd then updated it with ICS official from Sony !
Now my question is, can i update the nd Flash the Kernal 4.1.B.03.431 using Flashtool would it take me to fw 4.0.4 or its useless? or i can try updating from the notification im getting on the phone ?
Help !

better flash .431 from flashtools...there wont be any difference

arpith.fbi said:
better flash .431 from flashtools...there wont be any difference
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There is a difference my friend ! if i flash .431 then i wouldnt be able to push superuser in it as the toolkits dont work in .431 ! wat im asking is should i only flash Kernal .431 not the firmware by using flashtool would it make any changes to the system or nothing i mean if i flash only kernal will it remove the kernal or CWM app ?

Will it remove the Superuser nd CWM app

system files on .431 is different than on .562..so its btr if you flash .431 over your .562 and you can any way root again..
and the difference i mentioned was b/w flashtool update and sony official method..

arpith.fbi said:
system files on .431 is different than on .562..so its btr if you flash .431 over your .562 and you can any way root again..
and the difference i mentioned was b/w flashtool update and sony official method..
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.431 cannot be rooted thru doomslord's tool kit ! like if u want to move or push Superuser it cannot, but if u know any other way of rooting nd pushing SU into .431 fw then im obliged !

stab2 said:
.431 cannot be rooted thru doomslord's tool kit !
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Yes it can, I've used it twice now after flashing .431.

XperienceD said:
Yes it can, I've used it twice now after flashing .431.
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How? when im saying that means im not cracking a joke here ! or u have seen any smilies in my thread bro ? i have flashed .431 as soon i start to push Su frm doomslord it say on every log, nothing has found, cleaning ! on each line ! but in .562 no pain just a gain of SU in ur app list ! nd btw i have 2 devices Neo V nd Arc S both shares same experience ! check the below thread link and u'll know what im talking about !
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28321801#post28321801
Plz if any 1 know nd seriously want to answer my question plz, put a process of how to push su in .431 by any other toolkit except Doomslord which is & indeed a fail process on .431
Help !

Mate, you've got an unlocked bootloader. Why are you so worried?
Just hotboot any custom kernel with CWM and flash the superuser binary in recovery.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2

xtacy! said:
Mate, you've got an unlocked bootloader. Why are you so worried?
Just hotboot any custom kernel with CWM and flash the superuser binary in recovery.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
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the su binary is a zip file ? like if i go into recovery mode by using cwm i need to have the su file into my sd card root so i can flash it there in a update from .zip
can u place a link for SU
thnx party !

You can always grab the latest superuser package here: http://androidsu.com/superuser/
Download the full package flashable via cwm on that site called Superuser-3.1.3-arm-signed.zip

stab2 said:
How?
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By running it.

well, @XperienceD would have used a ready to root .431 file. which is nothing but rom of .431 and kernel of .562. hence. so i would suggest you to check out this thread and then, download the file accordingly and flash it using flashtool. once you are rooted, u casn flash the orignal kernel of .431 into your phone
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957:fingers-crossed:

link-in said:
well, @XperienceD would have used a ready to root .431 file.
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What I actually used...
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...which doesn't state "ready to root" as in the screen shot at your link.

XperienceD said:
What I actually used...
...which doesn't state "ready to root" as in the screen shot at your link.
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well sorry about that....

[Q] Rooting Xperia Arc 4.0.4

HI Great Minds,
i have recently updated my arc from GB 4.0.2..A.0.62 to ICS 4.1.B.0.431.
i need to root the arc,
i followed so many methods like super one click,doomlord,s fast boot root method and nothing rooted,so i followed a thread, and did like that.
the procedure is, to downgrade to 4.0.3, 4.1.B.0.562 tft thro flashtool.
i tried to do the same, i din get the .562 tft for LT15i, every one advised to use LT18i 's .562 tft, i tried but results in the malfunctioning, all the process are getting force closed. again i tried repair phone thro the pc companion suite and it repaires the changes and now the 4.0.4 rom is working fine.. i need to root my device without flashing it. please help me in this..
Many Thanks in advance.

sri11guru said:
HI Great Minds,
i have recently updated my arc from GB 4.0.2..A.0.62 to ICS 4.1.B.0.431.
i need to root the arc,
i followed so many methods like super one click,doomlord,s fast boot root method and nothing rooted,so i followed a thread, and did like that.
the procedure is, to downgrade to 4.0.3, 4.1.B.0.562 tft thro flashtool.
i tried to do the same, i din get the .562 tft for LT15i, every one advised to use LT18i 's .562 tft, i tried but results in the malfunctioning, all the process are getting force closed. again i tried repair phone thro the pc companion suite and it repaires the changes and now the 4.0.4 rom is working fine.. i need to root my device without flashing it. please help me in this..
Many Thanks in advance.
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with all due respect, that was clearely the wrong process. you can root the 4.0.4 firmware in 2 ways
1) flash 4.0.4( no need in your case) nad then flash the stock kernel of 4.0.3(.562) then, use oneclick root and root your phone .if you want, flash back the stock kernel from 4.0.4
2) download the ready to root firmware from the below link, flash it through flashtool and then use oneclick root exploit for your phone (this file is nothing but the compilation of 4.0.4 firmware and kernel of 4.0.3)
for locked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683189
for unlocked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957

Hi,
Did you try this method ? The ZIP contains all files needed : CLICK HERE
1. Flash LT15i_.ftf via Flashtool
2. Enter recovery by command: fastboot boot recoveryARC.img
( recoveryARC.img from this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=169 )
3. Sets scripts assets: ENABLED
4. Flash RootXperia.zip via recovery
5. Reboot device and voila, done. Now device is rooted.
All crédits to the one who post it, i don't remember his name or his thread but it's a good method...

link-in said:
with all due respect, that was clearely the wrong process. you can root the 4.0.4 firmware in 2 ways
1) flash 4.0.4( no need in your case) nad then flash the stock kernel of 4.0.3(.562) then, use oneclick root and root your phone .if you want, flash back the stock kernel from 4.0.4
2) download the ready to root firmware from the below link, flash it through flashtool and then use oneclick root exploit for your phone (this file is nothing but the compilation of 4.0.4 firmware and kernel of 4.0.3)
for locked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683189
for unlocked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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both of them are for locked bootloaders

Thanks a lot Great minds!!!! will try this and let great minds know the status.

And for future reference, post on existing threads instead of starting yet another asking the same thing and getting the same answers as on the others.
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I did some ground work before coming to xda.,
Again i am not successful on rooting...
Can i get advice please.

sri11guru said:
I did some ground work before coming to xda.,
Again i am not successful on rooting...
Can i get advice please.
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I had some problems rooting it but got it working, what I did was Just flash doomkernel through flashtool and then install a custom rom through CWM

Questions go in the Q&A section

Xperia S problem + request for a good rom

Hello, I apologise if this is in the wrong section.
Today I decided to flash my rom, I decided to go for Dirty Unicorns. I transfered the ROM onto my internal storage and used CWM to flash install it. The ROM doesnt boot up, since I didnt copy any other ROMs onto my phone and since there is no SD card in xperia S I cannot put a different ROM on it to then flash it, therefore I'm stuck. Also if anyone would be so kind to recommend me a very good and nice looking ROM, I would be very grateful.
Thanks.

Hello,
I Think you should reflash the stock rom via SUS.
Then you could try the last build of PA 4.41 by Deedwar, it work well for me ( check last posts un his thread).
You need to flash the boot.img first via adb, then you could have TWRP for flashing the new rom.
This process work for some other ROM too.
I Think it failed cause you're using CWRP insted of TWRP.
Good luck
Sent from my Xperia S using XDA Free mobile app

mc_cut_killer said:
Hello,
I Think you should reflash the stock rom via sus.
Then you could try the last build of PA 4.41, it work well for me ( check last posts).
You need to flash the boot.img first via adb, then you could have TWP for flash the new rom.
This process work for some other ROM too.
Good luck
Sent from my Xperia S using XDA Free mobile app
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Thank you, I will try this.

I've just edit my first post to add some details.
Sent from my Xperia S using XDA Free mobile app

mc_cut_killer said:
I've just edit my first post to add some details.
Sent from my Xperia S using XDA Free mobile app
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Hi there, I downloaded SUS, but there is no Xperia S on the list.

Try this for the official way (Sony) : http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/software/phones/xperia-s/
Or you can use FlashTool (http://www.flashtool.net/index.php), you can find a lot of help like this http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/rootmore-xperia-2012-line-flashtool-t1669906 or this http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/xperia-device-restore-stock-firmware-xperiaz-xperias-506415

VintageX said:
Hello, I apologise if this is in the wrong section.
Today I decided to flash my rom, I decided to go for Dirty Unicorns. I transfered the ROM onto my internal storage and used CWM to flash install it. The ROM doesnt boot up, since I didnt copy any other ROMs onto my phone and since there is no SD card in xperia S I cannot put a different ROM on it to then flash it, therefore I'm stuck. Also if anyone would be so kind to recommend me a very good and nice looking ROM, I would be very grateful.
Thanks.
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The current Dirty Unicorn build is not booting up, You should have read that in thread. Anyways, You can still use the same ROM. Just flash kernel from here via fastboot using flashtool and then boot up, no need to flash the ROM again.
Using SUS or Sony PC Companion won't help since You have unlocked bootloader.
If You still want to try other ROM, download flashtool and flash the stock ftf(6.2.b.1.96)(search it on xda, You will find it) via flashmode. And then copy ROM to phone and flash the ROM. Note You would have to root and install cwm again.
I would recommend Carbon v10, pretty good ROM.

Mirhawk said:
The current Dirty Unicorn build is not booting up, You should have read that in thread. Anyways, You can still use the same ROM. Just flash kernel from here via fastboot using flashtool and then boot up, no need to flash the ROM again.
Using SUS or Sony PC Companion won't help since You have unlocked bootloader.
If You still want to try other ROM, download flashtool and flash the stock ftf(6.2.b.1.96)(search it on xda, You will find it) via flashmode. And then copy ROM to phone and flash the ROM. Note You would have to root and install cwm again.
I would recommend Carbon v10, pretty good ROM.
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Hello, I have already flashed my phone. I installed Carbon and I think I will stick to it, since I like it. Thank you for your answers and help.

I'm using ParanoidAndroid, the 20140626 version is really stable, I've never had a crash

i think you can use ParanoidAndroid rom. it's nice rom, i use it and i've never crashed

Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeese
Hey,
Can any one please provide me a mirror link of this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2592002, i want to try this but i can't access the two link
Mega link stuck here about 30 mins, not running the loading ba
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Google driver Screenshot
Please, i want to try this rom, stable in all 4.4 rom
My device is Sony Experia SL
I'm From Saudi Arabia but I am Filipino, im sorry if i post here but i don't know where it post
Thanks in advance

finish
Two years on xperia s never again finish

I suggest using ParanoidAndroid! I've been using it for a couple of months and it's very good, there are very few bugs but it's updated every week

GUIDE - Flashing Q1010i Stock 4.2.2 JB ROM (Unbricking)

GUIDE - Flashing Stock 4.2.2 JB ROM (Unbricking)
Since there are lot of bugs in KITKAT , I've created this thread to bring you back to JellyBean. Dont worry about warranty, its official XOLO stock ROM, so it wont void ur warranty.
**Sorry to say, am not responsible for anything goes wrong**
Requirements:-
1. Hardware:-
1. PC or Laptop ( any windows OS ).
2. Q1010i and Data Cable.
2. Software:-
1. XOLO Q1010i ROM:-
XOLO Q1010i 4.2.2 Stock JellyBean ROM
https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B8iR8ffTPNUTeG1wMDQ4S3JwQkE&export=download
XOLO Q1010i 4.4.2 Stock KitKat ROM
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=0B1KjDDEiQivqM1pOcWpsTWJKNFU
2. SP tools V3.1352.01 (Latest)
http://d-h.st/w6v
3. VCOM Drivers:-
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9CsA7yjIABHUkQycklWMGtPaVE/edit?pli=1
Installing Drivers:-
1. Installing VCOM Driver:-
--> Download VCOM driver.
--> Extract VCOM Drivers on Desktop.
--> Switch off you Xolo q1010i and just plug usb data cable into it, don't switch on device.
--> Go to Device Manager and you will see Gxxx (New device).
--> Right Click it (click on update driver and locate Vcom folder you extracted early)
(note: if you are using Windows 8 then you must turn of Digital Driver Signing enforcement to install this drivers successfully ===>>>
http://thephuck.com/end-user-computing/how-to-disable-driver-signing-requirement-in-windows-8)
2. Install SP tools software which you have downloaded.
3. Download STOCK ROM:-
Download the STOCK 4.2.2 JB ROM.
Once downloaded, extract the .zip file.
Procedure to Flash Stock ROM (Unbricking) :-
--> Open SP tools software (flash_tool.exe)
--> Click on scatter Loading.
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--> choose the MT6582_Android_scatter.txt file in the folder Firmware ( ROM extracted path)
--> Choose Download Only from drop Down and click on DOWNLOAD. (*If it show any error, select Firmware Upgrade from dropdown list and click on DOWNLOAD)
It will load and COMPLETE POPUP will come. The Unplug the phone from PC and turn it ON.
DONE Flashing.

Of someone has the custom recovery installed then it's not necessary to flash through sp tools

K.khiladi said:
Of someone has the custom recovery installed then it's not necessary to flash through sp tools
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this is a easy method for all the beginners bro

I know.... Keep the good work up bro... [emoji106] [emoji3]

K.khiladi said:
I know.... Keep the good work up bro... [emoji106] [emoji3]
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Thanks bro..

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I just have a question that if a rom based on Kitaab is rooted and it got bricked, so flashing the jellybean rom will create any problems with imei or not?

No it will not affect IMEI. It may lost if you do not use proper files to flash it. There are methods to have backup of IMEI. Search for proper method, I think mtkdroid tool does that with PC and mobileuncle tool without PC. Google is there to help you.
Best of Luck.

andro2master said:
No it will not affect IMEI. It may lost if you do not use proper files to flash it. There are methods to have backup of IMEI. Search for proper method, I think mtkdroid tool does that with PC and mobileuncle tool without PC. Google is there to help you.
Best of Luck.
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Thanks a lot.. I will Google it now...I was asking just to be prepared if something goes wrong...Hail android.. [emoji3]

Bro ur post saved my mob...
SALUTE...

Raj Rohit said:
Bro ur post saved my mob...
SALUTE...
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Enjoy.. :laugh::good:

can anyone help me step by step how to flash a CWM Recovery on my xolo QC 800 Tab .. want to change its ROM to latest one.

Will it work if my phone is virus infected
Hello Bro,
I want to install the original OS on my XOLO Q1010i. Because my mobile is infected by some adware & malware. It contentiously shows ads and installs different application without any permission. I m fed up of this, to get rid of the virus, I did factory reset for 2 times and Hard reset the phone once. But its not working, that virus downloads and installs files on my phone whenever I use internet.
So, this procedure that u have mentioned here, will it work in this case. I want to install new original system.
Thank you, Bro.
Please Please. Reply.. Help me

Root Blackview A5 Marshmallow

Hi guys,
recently bought this A5 at reasonable price( 50$). It goes fast as any other 4-core brand named device i have seen. But it came with much bloatware such as a search service that somehow i cant stop. I must disable it once a day and then again tsoup! it is on again...Anyway that's why my first thought was rooting the device.
Sometime ago i rooted and old samsung with just a click. But this blackview seems to be solving the circle square. No support, google says little only some russians i can not understand.
So, to end this story i need help to root this device. Flash a modded preinstalled rooted version maybe?
Thanks in advance...
Edit: Managed to root it finally. just flash supersu via twrp(3.03 custom recovery image from needrom site)...8 hours piece of cake ^-^. Thank god for the last beta version 2.79 SR3 201xxx of supersu. All the other version had me to bootloop.

Hi there, please tell me how you did it. Some links to the correct files would be great.
Kind regards, Skyfire

Skyfire1 said:
Hi there, please tell me how you did it. Some links to the correct files would be great.
Kind regards, Skyfire
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I´m still looking for a custom recovery... Please help

Skyfire1 said:
I´m still looking for a custom recovery... Please help
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Sorry for the delay, just go to needrom.com under blackview section u will find many costum twrp. I used the 3.03 version. U will also need sp_flashtools, adb drivers and a mt6580 scatter file to flash the twrp from your pc. Let me know if u need any help.

Skyfire1 said:
I´m still looking for a custom recovery... Please help
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ok, needrom site seems to delete many blackview files, so i'll share what i used to root it...

Thank you very, very much !!!! You made my day!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TWRP is installed and installing CM 13 was done in a blink of an eye.
Kind regards, Skyfire

shot00 said:
ok, needrom site seems to delete many blackview files, so i'll share what i used to root it...
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I flashed the recovery.img with sp flash but when I enter recovery mode, twrp doesn't show up...
Instead, the stock recovery mode boots up.
sp flash says that the flash was successfull but it doesn't work out for me...
btw I only flashed the recovery.img. I didn't flash any boot.img or anything else.
any ideas what went wrong?

Limio said:
I flashed the recovery.img with sp flash but when I enter recovery mode, twrp doesn't show up...
Instead, the stock recovery mode boots up.
sp flash says that the flash was successfull but it doesn't work out for me...
btw I only flashed the recovery.img. I didn't flash any boot.img or anything else.
any ideas what went wrong?
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That's hell of a problem...did u select the scatter file in sp tools? maybe your firmware is different version? if i remember correct there are 3 versions of blackview A5. I have the A5_C1_Blackview_SD_Q20160709. If different then u must find a twrp for your version..Sorry mate

There is a thread over at 4pda with different versions of twrp but the links are all down. Maybe if you find somebody that speaks russian ore use google translate you can get it there.

Today my new A5 arrived and of course I wanted to root it.
But I have a new Build number = A5_C1-Blackview_SD_Q20161010
Also the drivers are not working.
Does anybody ca help me out ?
thx in advance

My build = A5_C1_Blackview_VO.X_20160420
Would this be a good idea...? Or a bad idea...?
If I go into: Settings -> About phone -> Wireless update
There are no OTA updates available... But there is an option to install "Local updates". I can select the "SuperSU" zip but I get warnings about bricking the phone:
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So, would this produce desired results? Or brick the phone?
While I'm here, what about installing custom ROMs, eg one of the 6.0.1 ROMs from needrom.com?

helo, i want to root my blackview 5, i already downloaded all files that should be used to preparing the root. but the problem here is all this files and procedures are odd for me. can you screen shoot how to root start at the beginning? tq