hi every one
im trying 2 root my arc s on ICS 4.0.4
and after i flash my phone i opend the runme.exe file
and while it's rooting it says he can't install busy box and ui coz it's not located in my system file on my phone plz
if there any one can help me
tell me what can i do?
semsem295 said:
hi every one
im trying 2 root my arc s on ICS 4.0.4
and after i flash my phone i opend the runme.exe file
and while it's rooting it says he can't install busy box and ui coz it's not located in my system file on my phone plz
if there any one can help me
tell me what can i do?
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If im not mistaken, arc s android 4.0.4 is not rootable unless you flash the kernel from version 4.0.3/build 562. Try looking around, there are tons of thread about rooting the android 4.0.4
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hi
maliceomalice said:
If im not mistaken, arc s android 4.0.4 is not rootable unless you flash the kernel from version 4.0.3/build 562. Try looking around, there are tons of thread about rooting the android 4.0.4
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thnx 4 ur reply
but this is not the answer that im waiting 4
i want 2 install the busybox and ui in runme.exe
semsem295 said:
thnx 4 ur reply
but this is not the answer that im waiting 4
i want 2 install the busybox and ui in runme.exe
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Sorry but that's the reply you've got. Your 4.0.4 is not rootable
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What they said was right. That file will help you root your phone by exploiting a loophole in the .562 kernel.
So flash the kernel and you're good to go.
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Questions go in the Q&A section
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Hi everyone, i just bought a Xperia Arc and its currently running Android 2.3.2
My questions are:
1 - Which is the latest version update for Xperia Arc ?
2 - I tried to look for an update using the "Sony Ericson PC Companion" but it says that there is no avaible update. Why is it happening?
3 - The fact that my carrier is "VIVO" (From Brasil) means i can´t update my Phone?
4 - Is there any "Safe" (I know every way may brick your phone,i´ve flashed tons of custom roms on galaxy phones) way to update it to the latest version (or at least to 2.3.3 where i´ve seen some cool features) without breaking my 3G connection with my carrier ?
5 - I Know ICS is going to be released for our phones,but,will the update be Global or Carrier-by-Carrier like ?
Thanks in advance for any help/answers.
I will stay tuned here !
Flash with flash tool.
Debrand it with generic 2.3.4
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Can i flash a "Global" Rom that works in every country,with every carrier ?
That would solve my issue,if theres any 2.3.4 (Which i found to be the latest version) rom (STOCK ROM,not CUSTOM) that i can flash safely.
Waiting for answers.
Where are you developers ?
Read the stickys.
Search for flashtool and read how to use it.
Then search for 2.3.4 generic world and flash it with tool above.
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electrash said:
Search for flashtool and read how to use it.
Then search for 2.3.4 generic world and flash it with tool above.
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Is it already rooted?
Safe ?
Does 3G Works with worldwide carriers ?
No it's not rooted (well you can flash pre-rooted one)
Yes it is safe.
Yes 3g works.
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electrash said:
No it's not rooted (well you can flash pre-rooted one)
Yes it is safe.
Yes 3g works.
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Thanks,again.
Last one,do you mind linking me a "how to" guide so i can follow it?
I´ve found this on on Youtube,but im not sure if its the same step-by-step: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmmThXTWu74
Also,Flashing this global rom,will prevent some apps from SE like TrackID to work or whatever ?
I´ve read it here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
Look in general and devs section, there are tutorials.
Im on phone so i cant copy/paste link to it.
Someone will give you link,or ask flo95 for it.
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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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Hello i have the phone from 2 days, before i newer have worked with android os. So can anyone tellme how to root my phone. The phone version is 4.0.4 / 4.1.B.0.431
THANKS
Read through the topics, plenty of guides to rooting
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Minkysdad said:
Read through the topics, plenty of guides to rooting
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+1 Type your thread title in to google, but obviously spell it correctly.
By checking this video and learning something new about this forum from it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmvCpR45LKA
KoKoOo said:
Hello i have the phone from 2 days, before i newer have worked with android os. So can anyone tellme how to root my phone. The phone version is 4.0.4 / 4.1.B.0.431
THANKS
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Use this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
By the way Sony has released an update for the 4.1.B.0.431...so now its the 4.1.B.0.587 which is the newest update...i would recommend you update it to 587 from 431 and then root it
b_nikz said:
Use this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
By the way Sony has released an update for the 4.1.B.0.431...so now its the 4.1.B.0.587 which is the newest update...i would recommend you update it to 587 from 431 and then root it
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PLEASE.....WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP WITH LT18I SPECIFICALLY. PLEASE WE NEED THE ROOTING PROCEDURES BRO. #eXPECTING.
adepentane said:
PLEASE.....WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP WITH LT18I SPECIFICALLY. PLEASE WE NEED THE ROOTING PROCEDURES BRO. #eXPECTING.
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Did you even check the link he posted? Instructions are there.
Thanks All.....one Love. I just saw it now.
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This is gingerbread..... so annoying wen i tink of d work ahead to upgrade it n root it.
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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!
Hi.
I have tried many methods, and none of the has worked so far!
Kernel version:
2.6.32.9
Build number:
4.1.B.0.587
Hope someone can help me!
Testpoint
Put root.zip in sd card from superuser site
Hotboot a kernel with cwm
Flash the zip
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TheHaso said:
Testpoint
Put root.zip in sd card from superuser site
Hotboot a kernel with cwm
Flash the zip
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what?
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intel_c0re said:
what?
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He's basically saying unlock the bootloader
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DdcCabuslay said:
He's basically saying unlock the bootloader
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ah, okay.
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Search these in general and your good to go
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I have tried so many things, and so many guides around the internet, and the bootloader should be unlocked, but its not.
If somebody know there is one working, with the latets update of Android, please send me a link
iDyxl said:
I have tried so many things, and so many guides around the internet, and the bootloader should be unlocked, but its not.
If somebody know there is one working, with the latets update of Android, please send me a link
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I'm not sure what you've tried exactly, but you do know that it's not necessary to unlock the bootloader to root the phone right?
Same problem on my own LT15I
jman2131 said:
I'm not sure what you've tried exactly, but you do know that it's not necessary to unlock the bootloader to root the phone right?
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I have the same problem. I think that it is due to an official upgrate for Android 4.0.4 with PCC. Even if I use other way to root the mobile I can't. It is impossible to unlook the bootloader with the official way and I currently do not find another way to do it.
I am still looking for solution. :silly:
snyki01 said:
It is impossible to unlook the bootloader with the official way and I currently do not find another way to do it.
I am still looking for solution. :silly:
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Try reading the stickys.
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jman2131 said:
I'm not sure what you've tried exactly, but you do know that it's not necessary to unlock the bootloader to root the phone right?
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I have tried without too, not working.
And all the sticky thread i has read i not working either.
Its really annoying, because i REALLY want to root my phone!
But if somebody knows a lot about it, then it would be really awesome if the person would guide me through on how to do it on Skype or something similar.
iDyxl said:
And all the sticky thread i has read i not working either.
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You're not doing it right or trying to rush the process.
XperienceD said:
Rooting:
- What is rooting and why should I do it? The pros & cons of Android rooting
Rooting methods for the XPERIA line of Phones has constantly changed from apps to Pre-Rooted ROMs and Kernels. A Google search of "root -insert device name-" should help to find the specific method for your Phone but the following link is well worth reading - [How-To] Rooting guide for 2011 xperia devices
References:
[Arc/S] [PRO] Root for 4.0.4 ICS Update [4.1.B.0.431+4.1.B.0.587]
Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 18.12.2012]
[ROOT+BB+CWM] ICS and non rootable GB build
[ROOT][NOOB GUIDE][for unlock BL] For Official ICS 4.0.4
[HOW-TO][FTF] Root and CWM with the latest 9.0.1.D.0.10 firmware
[ROOT&MORE]Xperia 2012 line Flashtool + prerooted system.img + Sony fw FTF + addons
[Tutorial]Root.Xperia 4.0.4 ROM [all h/m(dpi)] | 4.1.B.0.431
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And now its rooted!
Thank you a lot for that video XperienceD, that really helped me out