Yesterday I rooted my r800at by downgrading the firmware then super one click. Now I have been trying to get custom Rom on my phone and I can't find anything. I would like ics but can't find one. I have a locked bootloader do I need to unlock it to do it. If I do does it cost money I dont want to pay but if I have to I will. Can someone help.
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Gunner1716 said:
Yesterday I rooted my r800at by downgrading the firmware then super one click. Now I have been trying to get custom Rom on my phone and I can't find anything. I would like ics but can't find one. I have a locked bootloader do I need to unlock it to do it. If I do does it cost money I dont want to pay but if I have to I will. Can someone help.
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As i know, u will need to unlock bootloader if want to install ics cusrom, but if u wanna try i suggest gin2ics which now developing to gin2jellybean, as i remember, hope it wasnt wrong, u can install it locked bootloader or maybe u can search for any on the developing forum
Regards from Lucian
Xperia Play with True Ancestor Rom modded myself..
Locked Bootloader
Gunner1716 said:
Yesterday I rooted my r800at by downgrading the firmware then super one click. Now I have been trying to get custom Rom on my phone and I can't find anything. I would like ics but can't find one. I have a locked bootloader do I need to unlock it to do it. If I do does it cost money I dont want to pay but if I have to I will. Can someone help.
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You need to unlock bootloader if you want to flash a real ICS-rom. You can do this on Sony's homepage. http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
Simply follow the instructions given on Sony's page or search in the development section for unlocking bootloader.
Then you can choose a ICS rom, for example CM9 or this one (but there are much more, simply look in the development section an try some different roms ) and flash it.
Sry my English isn't that good.
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hi,
i have searched for an answer all over the internet including this website. can someone please tell me how i can root my xperia arc that has the software mentioned in the title. if you can post a step by step guide that would be great. thank you.
shoaib12 said:
hi,
i have searched for an answer all over the internet including this website. can someone please tell me how i can root my xperia arc that has the software mentioned in the title. if you can post a step by step guide that would be great. thank you.
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Check here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560777
what do i do if i have the unlocked bootloader
shoaib12 said:
what do i do if i have the unlocked bootloader
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just flash doomkernel vx.x {whatever u want}
Use this one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1558114
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how do i flash from .62 to .42? if i unlock my bootloader do i need to flash back? if i unlock my bootloader what procedure do i take to root my phone?
shoaib12 said:
how do i flash from .62 to .42? if i unlock my bootloader do i need to flash back? if i unlock my bootloader what procedure do i take to root my phone?
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you can flash any prerooted ROM after unlocking the bootloader
Sad-Clown said:
you can flash any prerooted ROM after unlocking the bootloader
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im sorry, but that made no sense to me. i dont know what a prerooted ROM is. im sorry im such a noob and sorry for being a hassle by asking these questions but i dont want to ruin my phone the first time i root.
shoaib12 said:
im sorry, but that made no sense to me. i dont know what a prerooted ROM is. im sorry im such a noob and sorry for being a hassle by asking these questions but i dont want to ruin my phone the first time i root.
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You have to unlock the bootloader to flash a prerooted Rom (a Rim that is rooted) but i don't recommend this methode since you have to unlock the bl
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so what is the best method for me to use as a noob with a sony erricson xperia arc version 2.3.4 build .62
anyone got an answer?
shoaib12 said:
so what is the best method for me to use as a noob with a sony erricson xperia arc version 2.3.4 build .62
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If you have bootloader locked you will need to down grade your firmware to build 42 do this download program called flashtools available on xda.
Download from xda the .42 file use flashtools to load on to phone.
Then root with either zergrush method or from flashtools.
Once rooted use ota to update to latest build 62
if bootloader is unlocked then do as described in previous posts.
All software and tools are available in general or q&a sections.
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shoaib12 said:
anyone got an answer?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1558114
Use this if you downgraded your phone
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okay, so i have unlocked bootloader. can someone give me a link to how i can root my phone. if i root my phone will i loose everything? like how i lost it all when i unlocked bootloader.
shoaib12 said:
okay, so i have unlocked bootloader. can someone give me a link to how i can root my phone. if i root my phone will i loose everything? like how i lost it all when i unlocked bootloader.
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There's nothing to be lost.. Dont worry.. And u can always relock your bootloader and get the warranty back.. But u wont be able to get the drm keys back..
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I have the same problem...
With the same spec, how the best tutorial for noob like me..?
Hey I just got a xperia play today its a r800x cdma im trying to see whats a good rom for it ... ive been searching threw the forums and found (KA12 Ice Cream Sony|new CDMA update v5) but had no luck installing it .......... i was in a boot loop I remember ..... on my droid x2 i just place the rom.zip on my phone then go to clockwork mod an flash it .... but on this xperia play its a bit different i gotta flash boot.img files to fastboot .dir which is all new to me .... the tools that I have are super one click, cwm recovery ... oh yea an flash tools ..in case i need to put stock back on .... I tried looking on youtube for a video but people just show there rom off they dont explain it..... So in short if you know a simple way of flashing roms please let me know cause this stock rom sucks //////
Unfortunately in order to flash a new kernel (boot.img) you need to unlock your bootloader. This can be done by paying $24 to Alejandrissimo. Here is more about the process: http://unlock-bootloader.com/unlock/
Solar.Plexus said:
Unfortunately in order to flash a new kernel (boot.img) you need to unlock your bootloader. This can be done by paying $24 to Alejandrissimo. Here is more about the process: http://unlock-bootloader.com/unlock/
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hey cant i use this link to unlock my boot loader .. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1487473&highlight=unlock
toppdogg93 said:
hey cant i use this link to unlock my boot loader .. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1487473&highlight=unlock
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No that's a kernel....you have to have an unlocked bootloader to flash that.
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Spectre51 said:
No that's a kernel....you have to have an unlocked bootloader to flash that.
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Hey I found this http://www.theandroidsoul.com/how-to-unlock-bootloader-xperia-arc-play-neo-pro/ i think I will try it ,,,, once i feel ok to if not i'll pay to get it done
and this link http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
As far as I know, those methods will not work for you since you have the Verizon Xperia Play. I believe the only way is to get Alejandrissimo to unlock it for $24.00
Fairly sure paying Alejandrissimo is the only way to unlock the bootloader atm. I had him unlock mine and he did a fine job. If you were concerned about anything you don't need to be. He is legit but it is $24.
So i have an Orange Xperia Arc S. I called them, they gave me the network unlock code, i unlocked the phone. But when i go into settings it still says bootloader unlock not allowed.
My question is, can i still root it now that i have unlocked the code so i can use ICS?
thank you
why you want to root? for your info, no need root and unlock bootloader to use ICS rom. but if you wanna try custom rom, you must unlock bootloader to flash the ROM n kernel
i dont want a custom Rom, i just want to install the official ICS .
How can i install that without unlocking the bootloader?
Update through the Sony Companion tool on your PC if the ICS has been release for your area.
thats the problem, i dont wanna wait a few months til it comes available through my provider. I downloaded the generic file.. how do i go about installing on my Arc?
Portospirate said:
thats the problem, i dont wanna wait a few months til it comes available through my provider. I downloaded the generic file.. how do i go about installing on my Arc?
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Correct me if im wrong but it is possible to use ics by flashing it using flashtool. Plus,using flashtool doesnt require root or unlock bootloader...
However if u are using an arc and not arc s, it is not recommended to use the ics firmware of arc s coz there is some issue regarding touch screen...
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You could use FLASHTOOL to flash the original ICS for ARC S from sony that's doable.
Look in Dev section for binary post about ics Nordic all info in there.
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Hey guys,
I have a Sony Xperia Pro MK16a and I'm waiting for the ICS update. I'm tired of waiting so I searched it up on Google and I came across a thread in a website that says how you can manually update it with Flashtool and the ICS ftf file. Thing is that the file is named "mk16i_4.1.B.0.431_ready to root.rar" and since I have a mk16a, is it safe if I flash it onto my phone? I have a locked bootloader and I'm rooted. Also, if I can update that way, do I need the the ICS kernel, baseband or anything? Any help is greatly appreciated
That ready to root which website you got it ?
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Both have different radio/basebands and flashing a MK16i ROM on a MK16a may make you have problems with Phone Calls/Data Usage.
So no, you'll have to wait.
EDIT: Wait no more, ameer's thread has the ROM for MK16a: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642480
Dunno if this work with OverLo4d/AeonWorld tutorial, but you can root it with Bootloader Unlocked with RootXperia.zip.
RamEsRock said:
Both have different radio/basebands and flashing a MK16i ROM on a MK16a may make you have problems with Phone Calls/Data Usage.
So no, you'll have to wait.
EDIT: Wait no more, ameer's thread has the ROM for MK16a: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642480
Dunno if this work with OverLo4d/AeonWorld tutorial, but you can root it with Bootloader Unlocked with RootXperia.zip.
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He has a xperia pro mk16a from fido his bootloader is locked and cannot be unlocked so hes wondering if its possible to grab a stock ics firmware and flash it whit flashtool...
Since ameers thread has it for the mk16a does he need still a official ics kernel or baseband or anything else ? Or he can straight flash it and ready to go..
Sent From My Sexy Sensation.
Still, there's the testpoint way to unlock bootloader, but inexperienced users (like myself) won't be able to do it.
RamEsRock said:
Still, there's the testpoint way to unlock bootloader, but inexperienced users (like myself) won't be able to do it.
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Really ? Could you link me to the thread please...
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I tried researching for the thread but couldn't find it.
I know you can pay someone with the correct Box or Dongle to unlock it with SETool, but there's a DIY thread with the use of S1Tool that I think it's for free.
Just couldn't find the tutorial, sorry.
shahkam said:
He has a xperia pro mk16a from fido his bootloader is locked and cannot be unlocked so hes wondering if its possible to grab a stock ics firmware and flash it whit flashtool...
Since ameers thread has it for the mk16a does he need still a official ics kernel or baseband or anything else ? Or he can straight flash it and ready to go..
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The ftf (flashable via flashtool) on my thread includes kernel and baseband. So you do not have to flash them separately.
Hi I'm wondering if I have to unlock my bootloader on my bell Xperia zl to re-flash bell stock Rom it's running a custom Rom right now and sim unlocked I have the SIM unlock code I can enter again if need be I don't want it rooted I want to receive ota updates if I don't need to unlock the bootloader where can I find the files and I have no computer so im gonna have to do it directly from the phone if possible also there is no recovery on this phone that I can see anyways please someone let me know if I can do this or not
Thanks.
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daveywantstoroot said:
Hi I'm wondering if I have to unlock my bootloader on my bell Xperia zl to re-flash bell stock Rom it's running a custom Rom right now and sim unlocked I have the SIM unlock code I can enter again if need be I don't want it rooted I want to receive ota updates if I don't need to unlock the bootloader where can I find the files and I have no computer so im gonna have to do it directly from the phone if possible also there is no recovery on this phone that I can see anyways please someone let me know if I can do this or not
Thanks.
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There is most likely a custom recovery on the phone - either CWM or TWRP, as that is most likely how the custom rom was installed.
to set it back to stock you will need to use a computer and flash the FTF files for the stock Bell rom. This will also set the recovery back to stock as well. It should be available on the stock rom thread for download and I think you should be able to find instructions on how to revert to stock somewhere in the forums.
You do NOT need to unlock the bootloader to do this, but you do need a PC.
P.S. You mention you don't want to root...but your name indicates otherwise....
That is an old user name lol from when I had my atrix 4g thanks for your help I just don't like this Rom I have so I wanna revert back thanks again
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daveywantstoroot said:
That is an old user name lol from when I had my atrix 4g thanks for your help I just don't like this Rom I have so I wanna revert back thanks again
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Have you tried this rom? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2385313
Its the one I'm currently using, and I can highly recommend it
That does look like a nice Rom but until I can get access to a computer I'm assuming these roms are useless to me right now I'm using RomAur v9 right now and I can when I get to a computer flash that Rom you recommended without unlocking bootloader? And thanks for the tip I do appreciate all the help
daveywantstoroot said:
That does look like a nice Rom but until I can get access to a computer I'm assuming these roms are useless to me right now I'm using RomAur v9 right now and I can when I get to a computer flash that Rom you recommended without unlocking bootloader? And thanks for the tip I do appreciate all the help
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no need to unlock the bootloader - I can't even unlock it on my phone.
make sure you follow the instructions in the thread for installing!
good luck!