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Ota?

Hi guys sorry if this has been asked before but im not sure ...
I want to do ota update for ice cream sandwich but im rooted will I end up whit a brick ?
Btw I have a xperia pro from fido if it can help ...
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If rooted, i dont think u will get any prob,as long as u dont unlock bootloader.
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shahkam said:
Hi guys sorry if this has been asked before but im not sure ...
I want to do ota update for ice cream sandwich but im rooted will I end up whit a brick ?
Btw I have a xperia pro from fido if it can help ...
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Is it out..?
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maliceomalice said:
If rooted, i dont think u will get any prob,as long as u dont unlock bootloader.
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Hi thanks for the answer but id like to make sure because this is a friend phones not mine....
And not its not out yet but just want to know just incase it shows up...
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shahkam said:
Hi thanks for the answer but id like to make sure because this is a friend phones not mine....
And not its not out yet but just want to know just incase it shows up...
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I would say if u upgrade it using seus or PC companion it would be a hell lot better.
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now.i.feel said:
I would say if u upgrade it using seus or PC companion it would be a hell lot better.
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Works even if im rooted ? And can we just change the region in pc companion so maybe i can get the update faster ? For example if its released in the uk and im in canada i change my region to uk will iget the update ?
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shahkam said:
Works even if im rooted ? And can we just change the region in pc companion so maybe i can get the update faster ? For example if its released in the uk and im in canada i change my region to uk will iget the update ?
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Yea it works even when you are rooted.
To change the region you gotta change the serial number of the device firmware in the build properties To the location where you want to change . The serial number is in the format XXXX-XXXX.
Or you can do it the easy way using flash tool.
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now.i.feel said:
Yea it works even when you are rooted.
To change the region you gotta change the serial number of the device firmware in the build properties To the location where you want to change . The serial number is in the format XXXX-XXXX.
Or you can do it the easy way using flash tool.
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Thanks for the answer one last question is if i change my firmware to another region using flashtool do i need to have an unlocked bootloader ?? Also if i change my firmware and flash for another region will that make it bootloader status unlockable in the service menu ??
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Any?
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shahkam said:
Thanks for the answer one last question is if i change my firmware to another region using flashtool do i need to have an unlocked bootloader ?? Also if i change my firmware and flash for another region will that make it bootloader status unlockable in the service menu ??
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If you use the latest version of flash tool you don't need to have ab unlocked boot loader.
You can always unlock your boot loader if it is allowed.
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now.i.feel said:
If you use the latest version of flash tool you don't need to have ab unlocked boot loader.
You can always unlock your boot loader if it is allowed.
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That's my problem its not allowed and thanks for the replys mate
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first of all,ota is not available for ics!
Sony said that in a blog post!

Like gire.prasad said, an OTA update for ICS will NOT be there. You would need to use SEUS or Flashtool or any other flashing programme.

[q] How to downgrade from ICS to gingerbread

Hi,
I have looked around the forum and read a few threads about downgrading. I just need to make sure that my understandings are correct before I decide to flash it.
1- download flashtool, 6.x version because the 8.x version only works on ICS.
2- download ftf for gingerbread, im trying to downgrade to .42 for root, would there be any complications regarding the 0% battery issue?
Do note that im on stock ics with root now, what risks do I have with flashing now?
Also, if I bring the phone to a Sony store, would they be able to flash the .42 version? Or would they just flash the latest gingerbread version ?
Thank you for the advice
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Hy ! Your method is correct ! .42 not cause 0% (tested me too)
Downgarde from ics with root not have any risk! Pc companion use it to(like flashtool)
In the sony store very likely that they will give you ICS or the latest GB (not .42) .
I have done this many times and no harm(From rooted ICS to .42)
If j help you please hit thanx !!!

Any link for the ftf file? I downloaded one last night but since it wasnt from xda, I have reserves about it.
Edit: also, do I have to enable anything on flash tool? I read about no final verification check or something. What needs to be checked off on flash tool?
Also, after I flash gb, can I do a pc companionship repair ?
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Lusterboi said:
Any link for the ftf file? I downloaded one last night but since it wasnt from xda, I have reserves about it.
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J will upload for you !

Whois J? Or did you mean to type I ?
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Lusterboi said:
Whois J? Or did you mean to type I ?
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Yes sorry .. I will upload for you
It need some time my upload speed not the best ..
If it writes flash aborted during the flash ..start again and when you selcet the FTF file on the site put a check mark to no final verification..
And finally uploaded : http://www.mediafire.com/?b2lef7nu2z1br9z
Don't forget to hit thanks !!!!

Lusterboi said:
Any link for the ftf file? I downloaded one last night but since it wasnt from xda, I have reserves about it.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=963

What about the wipe data and cache option? Do I have to enable that?
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[Q] Xperia PRO Pureness ROM to Original ROM??

I Just installed Xperia Icecream Pureness on my Xeria Pro mk16i. Now i want to get to original ROM,,How should i do that??
I tried using PCCompanion and Update Center bt cant fix it..
Plz Help..!!

You will need to use flashtools and the correct ftf file. All this can be found in general look in the stickies
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zolaisugly said:
You will need to use flashtools and the correct ftf file. All this can be found in general look in the stickies
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can u pls send me d link it its available for how to do it??
Thanks..!!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1847963

cuese3 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1847963
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Thnk u vry much..!!

[Q] Xperia arc s how to update 4.1.B.587

Hello everyone i have an xperia arc s which is in version 4.1.A.562 and phone ask me to update it in 4.1.B.587 but when i try to do it from my phone or from pc companion fails all the time! it keep saying me that The phone includes software which not be updated error (2003)! i had change some things in the past on my phone but i dont remember and now i cant update it! is there any way to do it with flashtool or something? please someone give me detailed instructions on how to do this! thank you very much!

flash this kernel and your phone will be updated

how exactly do this please???? thanks!!!

Alexandros_1992 said:
how exactly do this please???? thanks!!!
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Search tutorial to use flashtool on this forum
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AndriyeZ said:
Search tutorial to use flashtool on this forum
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yeah but is this the only file i have to flash or i have to do something else?

Alexandros_1992 said:
yeah but is this the only file i have to flash or i have to do something else?
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Only file...so carefully follow the step to install and use the flashtool..
Hit thanks if somebody help you
This some thread for you...read carefully option number 2.How to flash firmware
-its thread for X10, but works for u'r Arc S too-
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343
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AndriyeZ said:
Only file...so carefully follow the step to install and use the flashtool..
Hit thanks if somebody help you
This some thread for you...read carefully option number 2.How to flash firmware
-its thread for X10, but works for u'r Arc S too-
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343
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nothing happens! i install this file with flashtool but i am still in old version!!!

Alexandros_1992 said:
nothing happens! i install this file with flashtool but i am still in old version!!!
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Wooo..but now you can use/flash flashtool right..??thats step a head..great!
so..it might be problem with the kernel file you put...now try to search and download another kernel...which is tons in this forum...goodluck!
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AndriyeZ said:
Wooo..but now you can use/flash flashtool right..??thats step a head..great!
so..it might be problem with the kernel file you put...now try to search and download another kernel...which is tons in this forum...goodluck!
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I got the same error on my Xperia Pro, when using PC Companion, if you dont want to use flashtool, and wanna go official way, the solution for me was using SEUS, I think its this one:
Code:
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
Just install, run and follow steps.

[Q] Arc S stuck at sony logo... System reset without a software in SD card

Hi im new here. i need an expert opinion. Using xda forum i've recently rooted my friends arc s. everything went well and the phone was successfully rooted. plan was to upgrade it to ice bean. I performed system reset but accidently didnt load the new software zip.
now all i see is sony logo. Is the phone now bricked?? Is there any solution to restore the phone. i would really appreciate some help for this problem...
thanks
Hasan

Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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FAdrums said:
Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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Correct!..use newest flashtool...
Tips: doing nandroid backup before doing anything
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That's the standard operating procedure to safeguard your android and that's what I like my xperia arc s over my galaxy tab.
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Thanks
Many thanks to all ov you... Does anybody has link to the newest flash tool? where can i find it?
Thanks!
hasan

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12223467
There you go!
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FAdrums said:
Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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FAdrums said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12223467
There you go!
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one more thing. could you tell me how to flash 4.0.4 firmware ? just need an example.. and if possible kindly provide me with any firmware file to start with. this forum is just full of high tech stuff and im unable to find anything at this beginner stage... :silly:
Thanks a bunch!!!

muhammad.hasan said:
one more thing. could you tell me how to flash 4.0.4 firmware ? just need an example.. and if possible kindly provide me with any firmware file to start with. this forum is just full of high tech stuff and im unable to find anything at this beginner stage... :silly:
Thanks a bunch!!!
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here you go dude(the method same with GB) !! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmmThXTWu74

problem still not solved !!!
ok ive flashed with the new flash tool. it has its built in new fm for arc s.
i still see sony logo. nothing happened. please suggest what shud i do????? :crying:

muhammad.hasan said:
ok ive flashed with the new flash tool. it has its built in new fm for arc s.
i still see sony logo. nothing happened. please suggest what shud i do????? :crying:
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Just wait..first boot may take a more time...
By the way what is your bootloader status..is it locked or unlock..?
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dont know about boot loader status.... how do i find that out?

if i dont know the bootloader status then probably its locked ! any solution with a locked BL?
its been more than 10 minutes since the sony logo is displayed.

muhammad.hasan said:
if i dont know the bootloader status then probably its locked ! any solution with a locked BL?
its been more than 10 minutes since the sony logo is displayed.
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Its simple, have you unlocked it??
if yet...and you want to do this with all risk try to do this
Press dial phone
*#*#7378423#*#*....when it said Bootloader unlock : yes
Its mean u can unlock your bootloader..then go to this tutorial,remember you will avoid your guarante,but after that you can flash any amazing custom ROM...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12873655
Or if just want to keep on stock..I suggest you to reflash the stock rom/firmware..follow the instruction carefully..
EDIT : sorry..just forgot that u get bootloop
So just doing last step : reflash the firmware...
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AndriyeZ said:
Its simple, have you unlocked it??
if yet...and you want to do this with all risk try to do this
Press dial phone
*#*#7378423#*#*....when it said Bootloader unlock : yes
Its mean u can unlock your bootloader..then go to this tutorial,remember you will avoid your guarante,but after that you can flash any amazing custom ROM...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12873655
Or if just want to keep on stock..I suggest you to reflash the stock rom/firmware..follow the instruction carefully..
EDIT : sorry..just forgot that u get bootloop
So just doing last step : reflash the firmware...
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the problem is that the phone is stuck at sony logo. so i wont be able to unlock the bootloader as it needs the dial pad...
I have been flashing this phone with LT18i_4.1.B.0.587_Kernel.ftf but no progress is seen.
i dont have much info about bootloop and bootloader?
what instructions do i need to follow. could you guide me stepwise.
thanks a lot for the help you've been providing so far !

Try to flash ROM 4.0.4 which is compare with the kernel..looks like u just flash the kernel..
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AndriyeZ said:
Try to flash ROM 4.0.4 which is compare with the kernel..looks like u just flash the kernel..
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if my phone is stuck at sony logo, can i still flash a ROM? how will i enter into recovery mode?

muhammad.hasan said:
if my phone is stuck at sony logo, can i still flash a ROM? how will i enter into recovery mode?
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Absolutely...
I think thats why flashtool so usefull...its 100 % work...
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AndriyeZ said:
Absolutely...
I think thats why flashtool so usefull...its 100 % work...
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ok that sounds great... how do i do it? because whenever i select ROM for flash, the flashtool says that only ftf is acceptable. Kindly suggest ho do i do it. thanks

muhammad.hasan said:
ok that sounds great... how do i do it? because whenever i select ROM for flash, the flashtool says that only ftf is acceptable. Kindly suggest ho do i do it. thanks
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The stock ROM usually .tft file...so now try to search download stock ROM for 4.0.4 or 4.03 include those kernel...it is a tons this forum..try to use search engine...I can help u with the link but, can give u now..I have work...so be pation...search thread which give u download link..goodluck mate..
EDIT : I was using from this thread for my Arc S last time...read carefully the steps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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Thanks !
AndriyeZ said:
The stock ROM usually .tft file...so now try to search download stock ROM for 4.0.4 or 4.03 include those kernel...it is a tons this forum..try to use search engine...I can help u with the link but, can give u now..I have work...so be pation...search thread which give u download link..goodluck mate..
EDIT : I was using from this thread for my Arc S last time...read carefully the steps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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hi there i wanted to thank you for you help. i have successfully flashed my phone with the stock ROM... Thanks a lot!