ICS Kernel FTF - Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Is it possible to make one? I was searching and came across an ftf creator but it's for Windows only.
If it's possible is there a way to make one on Ubuntu?
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Or if somebody could upload one that would be even better.
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why u want a .ftf kernel file?
flashtool can flash .bin too,
just go to flashmode, fastboot, enter fastboot via adb and then lash kernel.(right side).
and adb is working under ubuntu, also u can turn ur device of and press the search button while u connect it

I can't fastboot anymore.
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MilkyJoePD said:
I can't fastboot anymore.
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And that is why I went back to windows.
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AudioCreaper said:
And that is why I went back to windows.
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I was on Windows when it broke. I changed to Ubuntu in case it was software or driver related. It turns out it's hardware.
I have two PCIs. One works but doesn't fastboot; the other worked completely, til it broke completely. Now I'm left with the one that won't fastboot, so I can only flash in flashmode.
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MilkyJoePD said:
I was on Windows when it broke. I changed to Ubuntu in case it was software or driver related. It turns out it's hardware.
I have two PCIs. One works but doesn't fastboot; the other worked completely, til it broke completely. Now I'm left with the one that won't fastboot, so I can only flash in flashmode.
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New PCI on the list then?
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KeiranFTW said:
New PCI on the list then?
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Maybe. Ive tried fixing it (tapping it and blowing on it).
I don't want to spend money on a PC that's well over 10 years old though.
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Does anybody know why DoomLord's kernel kitchen only creates FTFs for 2010 devices? And what would happen if I used it on a PLAY kernel?
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I have 22p in PayPal money if anybody wants it?
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I have 22p in PayPal money if anybody wants it?
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lol
Creating an FTF for ICS for the play would be impossible as our phone would error out when trying to flash an unsigned sin image, because there isn't officially ICS for our phone, so no FTF.
It was possible for the X10 because developers for that device hacked it so that it would accept unsigned images to be flashed to it.
Now I'm no security expert (although its something I am interested in) but the 2011 line have far better protection than the x10, and so we can only flash signed sin images -> ones from seus or something.

My bootloader is unlocked, does that make a difference?
I tried uploading a screenshot of my 22p but it wouldn't work
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[Q]What to do next?

Hey all sorry for the stupid question but I have a r800at and its unlocked, rooted, and I've got dooms kernel loaded no problem (this phone OCs to 1.9 stable it's nuts lol). When I try to flash zeros ROM but every time I flash it in recovery when it reboots I have no launcher to cell signal and the buttons don't work. I've tried 4 times with no luck. I get the idea that I can boot directly from dooms kernel into recovery but I'm not sure how, I still plug it in to the computer. Anyone have done insight in what the deal is? Thanks for any info anyone has.
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79 views and no one has any ideas?
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It might be that zerojay's rom is not compatable with your device. If i remember correctly he has a R800i and there might be some slight differences between *i* and *at* models in the framework that makes it not work on *at* play's?
Regards Dousan...
You might want to ask in zerojay's thread if you haven't already
Dousan said:
It might be that zerojay's rom is not compatable with your device. If i remember correctly he has a R800i and there might be some slight differences between *i* and *at* models in the framework that makes it not work on *at* play's?
Regards Dousan...
You might want to ask in zerojay's thread if you haven't already
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Alright, thank you very much for the reply
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I flashed the na generic rom on my 800at. Now it reports back as a 800a. Just fyi
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HighJeep said:
I flashed the na generic rom on my 800at. Now it reports back as a 800a. Just fyi
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Ok cool I was just looking at that actually. When you did flash tool did you get to pick the play as the device because all I get is x10 or the mini. Also another stupid question, how do you get into flash mode on the play? Is it still back button and plug it in? Thanks!
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Clienterror said:
Ok cool I was just looking at that actually. When you did flash tool did you get to pick the play as the device because all I get is x10 or the mini. Also another stupid question, how do you get into flash mode on the play? Is it still back button and plug it in? Thanks!
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Yeah turn off phone and then back button and usb.
If you're using flashtool 0.2.9.1 (beta) there should only be one flashtool.exe to choose (x10FlashTool.exe). If you plug it in while on you'll get multiple choises of phones to pick from while in flashtool window.
If you need more info on how to use flashtool here's a link to a small tut i wrote:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17804320&postcount=2
Regards Dousan...

Cant Root!!!

Have a Xperia Play and have been trying to root for the past week now!
I have used at least 7 different programs but none of them work.
Im afraid the problem is i cant get into fastboot mode and my blue light wont turn on.
If thats the problem is there a way to fix it?
And if its not what is the problem and can i fix it?
GamerUpToDate said:
Have a Xperia Play and have been trying to root for the past week now!
I have used at least 7 different programs but none of them work.
Im afraid the problem is i cant get into fastboot mode and my blue light wont turn on.
If thats the problem is there a way to fix it?
And if its not what is the problem and can i fix it?
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Wait if you are just rooting you don't need to do that. What model is your phone?
Check if your bootloader isn't locked and you have unlock it first.
Rooting methods like Zerg rush not working on 2.3.4 software.
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Thanks, but i havent figured out exactly what my bootloader is.
I have the Xperia PLAY R800x and gingerbread 2.3.3.
I just tried Flashtool and that didnt work either because my phone wont go into
Fast mode.
Updated after November 2011?
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S34Qu4K3 said:
Updated after November 2011?
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Yeah i got an update from the Sony Update Service.
You have to flash a previous firmware, since November 2011 update, zergRush xploit doesn't work
S34Qu4K3 said:
You have to flash a previous firmware, since November 2011 update, zergRush xploit doesn't work
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How can i do that? Are you sure itll work?
Can i use the Flashtool because last time i tried using it it didnt work but
i dont think i used it right.
It's the only whay unless you unlock you bootloader and flash a new kernel
Yeah, it will work. Use flashtool
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S34Qu4K3 said:
It's the only whay unless you unlock you bootloader and flash a new kernel
Yeah, it will work. Use flashtool
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Ok only thing is i need proper instructions cause the videos for that are messed up and old.
I also need a link for the previos firmware.
But last time i triedd i could only go into flashmode.
Screw that i think i might not have been able to do either.
I need good instructions
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok only thing is i need proper instructions cause the videos for that are messed up and old.
I also need a link for the previos firmware.
But last time i triedd i could only go into flashmode.
Screw that i think i might not have been able to do either.
I need good instructions
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What I would do is flash back but at first check if your fastboot is actually not working.
Turn off the device and check it, take out the battery and put it back in then hold search button and plug in usb if you have a blue light then fastboot is ok.
You also need Android ADB drivers which you need to have the Android SDK to get them or if you have flashtool there is a drivers folder which is the simplest method to install ADB bridge.
Then using flashtool (if it worked) flashed the DoomLord Kernel, if it says you have no permission to do so then you need to unlock your bootloader.
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bartmw said:
Check if your bootloader isn't locked and you have unlock it first.
Rooting methods like Zerg rush not working on 2.3.4 software.
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ZergRush worked for me on the 2.3.4 but I've a GSM model so it might be different.
sewer56lol said:
What I would do is flash back but at first check if your fastboot is actually not working.
Turn off the device and check it, take out the battery and put it back in then hold search button and plug in usb if you have a blue light then fastboot is ok.
You also need Android ADB drivers which you need to have the Android SDK to get them or if you have flashtool there is a drivers folder which is the simplest method to install ADB bridge.
Then using flashtool (if it worked) flashed the DoomLord Kernel, if it says you have no permission to do so then you need to unlock your bootloader.
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ZergRush worked for me on the 2.3.4 but I've a GSM model so it might be different.
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Ok I will most defenetly install the adb drivers once I know where to get them. How do I know if I have the android sdk?
I have the flashtool but when I downloaded it it came with 3 programs and no folders.
Can you give me the link to the folders or to the flashtool that has the folders with it when you install it?
I also need the link to the doom kernel which I might have and instructions on how to flash it.
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Ok I will most defenetly install the adb drivers once I know where to get them. How do I know if I have the android sdk?
I have the flashtool but when I downloaded it it came with 3 programs and no folders.
Can you give me the link to the folders or to the flashtool that has the folders with it when you install it?
I also need the link to the doom kernel which I might have and instructions on how to flash it.
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You should first download flashtool. Then use flashtool to flash the verizon firmware. I will provide a link. Then enter flashmode by turning your phone off completely. Hold the back button, and plug the usb in the computer and then into the phone while still holding the back button. A green light should appear on the top. Then flash the firmware and there. Then use superoneclick to root
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Luckily you have flashtool so you do not need the Android Sdk. There should be a drivers folder in your flashtool and an executable inside that will install like a normal program. This contains all the drivers you will ever need.
On every time it installs one it will prompt you to install or not install jusf click install and you will be asked this about 20 times for each driver.
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MrHaPpY66 said:
You should first download flashtool. Then use flashtool to flash the verizon firmware. I will provide a link. Then enter flashmode by turning your phone off completely. Hold the back button, and plug the usb in the computer and then into the phone while still holding the back button. A green light should appear on the top. Then flash the firmware and there. Then use superoneclick to root
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Ok thnx but i dont see the link and i have ATT not verizon can i still do it?
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok thnx but i dont see the link and i have ATT not verizon can i still do it?
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you said you had the r800x ,the verizon xperia play , didn't you? well anyway just tell me the correct model of your phone. also here's a link for the latest flashtool http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/. i'll add superoneclick later since i'm having problems uploading it
MrHaPpY66 said:
you said you had the r800x ,the verizon xperia play , didn't you? well anyway just tell me the correct model of your phone. also here's a link for the latest flashtool http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/. i'll add superoneclick later since i'm having problems uploading it
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Ok exact model of my phone is as described...
Sony Erricson Xperia PLAY (R800x) ATT 4G
I found the folders in the flashtool i was just looking in the wrong place.
I already have superoneclick dont worry.
Can you just tell me what to do now that i found the folders for Flashtool?
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok exact model of my phone is as described...
Sony Erricson Xperia PLAY (R800x) ATT 4G
I found the folders in the flashtool i was just looking in the wrong place.
I already have superoneclick dont worry.
Can you just tell me what to do now that i found the folders for Flashtool?
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If I remember correctly, the xperia play 4g was R800at and not R800x. Well anyway you have to download the firmware for your phone. Then place it in the firmware folder inside the flashtool folder. This should be the correct firmware for your phone. http://www.mediafire.com/?qqvtl484nlz3gq0 just place the ftf in the firmware folder. Start flashtool, click flash, then choose flashmode. Select the firmware.There should be instructions on how to plug in your phone and there it should flash.
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Help someone...
Hey guys, on my Play it keeps starting up apps in the background. Anyone knows how to sort it out? My phone is constantly using about 280mb+ of memory which is stupid. Anyone help me out?
MrHaPpY66 said:
If I remember correctly, the xperia play 4g was R800at and not R800x. Well anyway you have to download the firmware for your phone. Then place it in the firmware folder inside the flashtool folder. This should be the correct firmware for your phone. http://www.mediafire.com/?qqvtl484nlz3gq0 just place the ftf in the firmware folder. Start flashtool, click flash, then choose flashmode. Select the firmware.There should be instructions on how to plug in your phone and there it should flash.
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What do i do after i flash it? Because i already did everything but the flashing just waiting to know what to do next.

[Q] Bootloader wont unlock

I was able to get the unlock code from sony, but being a noob at this point i am in need a easy instrustions because i am able to get to step 12 but then I am having trouble because it already downloaded drivers automatically and i don't know how to use the command prompt very well I need help ASAP!! Thanks in advanced.
[EDIT] Now it gets stuck at the
< waiting for device > please help!!!!!
to get the drivers, just go to your xperia flashtool folder, then drivers then install the flashtool drivers through the applications. if you dont have it yet, download flashtool.
chick3n564 said:
to get the drivers, just go to your xperia flashtool folder, then drivers then install the flashtool drivers through the applications. if you dont have it yet, download flashtool.
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I have flashtool, but then what do i next, open up the command prompt, then what?
in your hard drive, go to the flashtool folder usually in the C: drive. in that folder will be another folder called "drivers" in that folder is an install file.
Here is a link to a step by step guide for unlocking the play http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1662199 hope it helps and here is a YouTube guide here http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=AQOOFLy2JNA&desktop_uri=/watch?v=AQOOFLy2JNA hope it helps and btw if you do a Google search you will find alot of support and help
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crazymonkey05 said:
Here is a link to a step by step guide for unlocking the play http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1662199 hope it helps and here is a YouTube guide here http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=AQOOFLy2JNA&desktop_uri=/watch?v=AQOOFLy2JNA hope it helps and btw if you do a Google search you will find alot of support and help
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how can i tell that my bootloader is unlocked?
HwaA18 said:
how can i tell that my bootloader is unlocked?
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You cant on the R800x. The only is flashing a custom kernel and to see if your xperia play boots to the homescreen.
chery2k said:
You cant on the R800x. The only is flashing a custom kernel and to see if your xperia play boots to the homescreen.
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Actually chevyowner told me that I could do this "IF you wan't to check if your bootloader is unlocked, put the phone in fastboot mode and run "fastboot getvar secure" without parentheses
what that does is check the device security
yes is locked
no is unlocked"
I haven't been able to test it will tomorrow tgoufh
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The instructions on the sony website is pretty clear try reading them again slowly, step by step
Thanks for linking to my tutorial glad people are still finding it useful
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Thanks for linking to my tutorial glad people are still finding it useful
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it gets stuck at < waiting for device >
Drivers aren't installed then.
I had a phone that couldn't get into fastboot, R800at. I was able to get the unlock code from Sony's website, but being unable to get into fastboot meant I couldn't use it.
Power off the phone, hold the search button, and plug the usb into the computer. If the LED turns blue, then you are in fastboot mode and need to install the proper drivers. If you don't have a blue LED you can't use Sony's official unlock process - instead have to use the testpoint method.
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Check your drivers, might not have fastboot drivers updated...
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Lordomn said:
Check your drivers, might not have fastboot drivers updated...
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Quick question, how do i unlock my bootloader via flashtool?
It should be fairly easy if you have the correct drivers installed... Just use either the plugin option or the icon that looks like a padlock... It will ask you to put it in flash mode... Once you put it in flash mode it will bring up menu box with 2 slots... One for your imei/meid & one for your unlock code.... Just put in your unlock code...hit unlock... It will tell you to put it in fastboot mode... The rest is completed by flashtool.
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Lordomn said:
It should be fairly easy if you have the correct drivers installed... Just use either the plugin option or the icon that looks like a padlock... It will ask you to put it in flash mode... Once you put it in flash mode it will bring up menu box with 2 slots... One for your imei/meid & one for your unlock code.... Just put in your unlock code...hit unlock... It will tell you to put it in fastboot mode... The rest is completed by flashtool.
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For me the padlock is for rooting.
I might have been mistaken about the padlock but... Should be able to use the plugin option.
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HwaA18 said:
Quick question, how do i unlock my bootloader via flashtool?
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You can't.
chery2k said:
You can't.
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I remember seeing it somewhere that someone actually did!

[Q] R800x won't boot even after flashing stock firmware

I unlocked the boot loader and I'm assuming the phone automatically updated over night, because now it won't boot, only vibrates. I tried using the flashtool and even though it says it does it successfully, it still won't boot. I found this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358 referenced but the file it links to is not up. Can some one reup the file some where or give me some other advice?
Well does the led flash red 3 times?
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I am pretty sure your phone can't update automatically:fingers-crossed: with Sony you have to accept the update.Try flashing ftf stock rom found hear http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1589399 this will bring you back to stock.
Hi just noticed you tried that! Follow the guides on this page http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/SE_Xperia_Play I have found them to be useful
Try to flash a kernal in fastboot then a rom,then if you want to go back to stock try that aftet.Get your phone stable first :fingers-crossed:
tallman43 said:
Hi just noticed you tried that! Follow the guides on this page http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/SE_Xperia_Play I have found them to be useful
Try to flash a kernal in fastboot then a rom,then if you want to go back to stock try that aftet.Get your phone stable first :fingers-crossed:
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It only connects to my PC in flash mode. Pressing the search button doesn't do anything anymore :crying:
Rohccoo said:
It only connects to my PC in flash mode. Pressing the search button doesn't do anything anymore :crying:
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Well if it connects in flash mode then you can use PC companion to repair it
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Rohccoo said:
It only connects to my PC in flash mode. Pressing the search button doesn't do anything anymore :crying:
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Whoops! No problem you can boot your phone into fastboot via flashtool/doomlord's fastboot via ADB you don't need to press search button for that.
Rohccoo said:
I unlocked the boot loader and I'm assuming the phone automatically updated over night, because now it won't boot, only vibrates. I tried using the flashtool and even though it says it does it successfully, it still won't boot. I found this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358 referenced but the file it links to is not up. Can some one reup the file some where or give me some other advice?
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Lock its bl again flash ftf it'll work
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creative_md said:
Lock its bl again flash ftf it'll work
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You were right, it worked right away. I used the file in in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134334. Thanks guys
Rohccoo said:
You were right, it worked right away. I used the file in in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134334. Thanks guys
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Ur welcome
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Access to /boot partition

Hello,
I wanted to ask - I'm an owner of my good ol' Xperia Arc lt15i, currently running newest cm11 thanks to LegacyXperia, and I try to get the phone updated as soon as new nightly appears.
Is there any way to get access to /boot partition from phone, to use, for example, flashify? I can use it on my Sony Jlo. I want to skip the PC using fastboot procedure.
I think I read somewhere that 2011 xperias can't flash kernel from "inside", but I'm unsure... I can't do it from CWM, though...
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kuba22277 said:
Hello,
I wanted to ask - I'm an owner of my good ol' Xperia Arc lt15i, currently running newest cm11 thanks to LegacyXperia, and I try to get the phone updated as soon as new nightly appears.
Is there any way to get access to /boot partition from phone, to use, for example, flashify? I can use it on my Sony Jlo. I want to skip the PC using fastboot procedure.
I think I read somewhere that 2011 xperias can't flash kernel from "inside", but I'm unsure... I can't do it from CWM, though...
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You can't flash kernels on xperia 2011 without fastboot...
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Nope. SE has apparently built the partitions the way, that only fastboot can access and edit the boot partition.
Someguyfromhell said:
Nope. SE has apparently built the partitions the way, that only fastboot can access and edit the boot partition.
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Yay, so, despite everything good they've done, they also f***ed up few things, e.g HDMI, the thing above and camera libs for 4.1+
Ehh... Well, not that's a big surprise...
Thanks, btw.
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