I create this post just to tell people the quickpanel toggle from Xperia S work in Ion.
*Edit: My phone is bootloader unlocked and it is Lt28i.
Here is the post i follow:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1594947
Instruction:
Download only the SystemUI.apk (the rest doesn't work on ion and don't try, it will cause bootloop!!!!!!)
Change the permssion of SystemUI to
Owner -> Read and Write
Group -> Read
Others ->Read
Copy the file to /system/app (by using Root Explorer or whatever)
reboot the phone, and it works!!!
Warning: Make sure you know what are you doing before you actually do! If you do not follow this instruction, it might end up bootloop or the phone won't power on until you pull the battery (yes, i mean pull the battery)
athris said:
I create this post just to tell people the quickpanel toggle from Xperia S work in Ion.
Here is the post i follow:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1594947
Instruction:
Download only the SystemUI.apk (the rest doesn't work on ion and don't try, it will cause bootloop!!!!!!)
Change the permssion of SystemUI to
Owner -> Read and Write
Group -> Read
Others ->Read
Copy the file to /system/app (by using Root Explorer or whatever)
reboot the phone, and it works!!!
Warning: Make sure you know what are you doing before you actually do! If you do not follow this instruction, it might end up bootloop or the phone won't power on until you pull the battery (yes, i mean pull the battery)
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So you are saying you have root on the ion? Care to explain how?
Oh mine is Lt28i, Sorry i didn't mention that
athris said:
Oh mine is Lt28i, Sorry i didn't mention that
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Okay so what did you do to root it? Do you have an unlocked bootloader?
yes, beside unlock bootloader there's no way we can get root from GB. currently all the methods in Xda doesn't work at all, i tried all of them.
athris said:
yes, beside unlock bootloader there's no way we can get root from GB. currently all the methods in Xda doesn't work at all, i tried all of them.
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Which method did you use to root once you unlocked the bootloader? And I take it you used the Sony official way correct?
i just use the Unsecure kernel that posted on development to get rooted. The way i unlock bootloader is using the sony official way. I don't think there's testpoint trick on this CPU yet.
athris said:
i just use the Unsecure kernel that posted on development to get rooted. The way i unlock bootloader is using the sony official way. I don't think there's testpoint trick on this CPU yet.
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That's what I figured. Just wanted to be sure. Have you tried relocking the bootloader? Just wanna know if the file works.
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The relock file work pretty well. But I have to reflash the stock kernel after that, otherwise the phone wont power on. Of course it will lost root after that. I tried couple times already, so pretty sure it work
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athris said:
The relock file work pretty well. But I have to reflash the stock kernel after that, otherwise the phone wont power on. Of course it will lost root after that. I tried couple times already, so pretty sure it work
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Hmm well I wouldn't consider that working. Will have to pass that on to the guy that made it so he can look into that. Would be nice to have a working relock file where you don't have to reflash stock after that.
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Yo folks! Quick question; can I root my Arc with Gingerbreak?
It looks too easy
Do I need unlocked bootloader? (It isn't a problem, gonna do it anyways at some point, just wondering is it required to do first.)
Thanks!
Use zergRush, you don't have to unlock your BL.
Yes,it is possible.
but try any one of these...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320350
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012
They are even more "easier"..just a matter of some clicks and enters..
Thank you guys! The actual rooting guide looked pretty complicated, and almost every guide the files were located in multiupload, and the site is down so...
Oh yeah, is CWM included in the exploit or do I need to install it later?
ArmorD said:
Oh yeah, is CWM included in the exploit or do I need to install it later?
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Install it via SE Extreme Tweaker or CWM Auto-Installer, if you're on locked BL.
ArmorD said:
Thank you guys! The actual rooting guide looked pretty complicated, and almost every guide the files were located in multiupload, and the site is down so...
Oh yeah, is CWM included in the exploit or do I need to install it later?
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Turn on USB Debugging, download zergRush from XDA, plug in phone, run zergRush. How is that complicated?
William it did not work for me... Even though i did all this... Anyone knows why?
I think unlocking the bootloader is easier
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Are you on .62 firmware?
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Hi all,
Just find something...
Downloaded the latest Sony xperia s rom 6.1.A.2.55 installed it than when i tried to root with it failed so got an idea...
Took me a few hours and a lots of trial and error and re flashing to finally get it.
This is what i did to get ROOT.
Step 1, Download my zip and copy on your phone . I only created the zip and the script and used su binary from my saved rom and the supersu apk
Step 2, Download the rom 6.1.A.2.55 (you can google for it)
Step 3, Download and flash Advanced Sock kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1729280 and flash it. Do not reboot into the OS (I don't know if it can cause problem but when i did, my was constantly rebooting.)
Step 4, Start recovery and flash my zip MYSUPUBLIC.zip it will flash the CWM Recovery is well
Step 5, Flash back the Stock 6.1.A.2.55 kernel.sin
Step 6, Reboot and enjoy :victory:
"Sorry for mistakes but i rushing to sleep, i work tomorrow @ 0600 not even bother to set up the phone...:crying:"
You can always root an unlocked bootloader easily. There are plenty of tuts available already.
Can it root locked bootloder? With same fw.
shravanchoudhary9 said:
Can it root locked bootloder? With same fw.
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No
No, you need to be unlocked to flash different or 3rd party custom kernel.
Would like to create my custom kernel, but i always end up no boot state :-o...
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Respect. Thanks for your contribution.
could someone root .55 and make a nandroid backup of system? id like 2 see if i could get root on my phone that way (locked bootloader) just remember 2 do it after initial flash and to set device in airplane mode so no account details r needed...
Root with unlock bootloader as normal but who with method root lock bootloaer then show.
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pcarvalho said:
could someone root .55 and make a nandroid backup of system? id like 2 see if i could get root on my phone that way (locked bootloader) just remember 2 do it after initial flash and to set device in airplane mode so no account details r needed...
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Good idea, but nobody bothers to share it.
We can even flash the original kernel then on to the locked bootloader, which would ultimately give a rooted phone in the end (at least in theory).
I could post my vwm backup, but is been modded by now, and a few things i've removed like themes add sony apk's.
And thanks for anyone who's programs i used.
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donottouch said:
I could post my vwm backup, but is been modded by now, and a few things i've removed like themes add sony apk's.
And thanks for anyone who's programs i used.
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b4 sharing it should be tested... sent u a PM...
this is just a theory... i dont even know if it would work...
LiveSquare said:
Good idea, but nobody bothers to share it.
We can even flash the original kernel then on to the locked bootloader, which would ultimately give a rooted phone in the end (at least in theory).
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ive already got kernel and baseband from .55 running on .50 sys
all i need now is the .55 (already rooted) cmw backup 2 flash and test...
is a theory alright
It would work... Try to upload when i get home. The. 55 looks snappy and stable. Took it from charge @6am constant online, and battery is %50 now
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works here
but I didnt flashed the stock kernel back (my option)
Its your choice... I prefer stock kernel. Because the 55 Rom using new kernel.
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when i upload my backup you could try if got cwm installed.
shravanchoudhary9 said:
Can it root locked bootloder? With same fw.
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You guys suck man, why dont you just provide us with some download link of the latest .55 firmware instead of telling us to google it??
donottouch said:
when i upload my backup you could try if got cwm installed.
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precardo said:
You guys suck man, why dont you just provide us with some download link of the latest .55 firmware instead of telling us to google it??
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Is on XDA file server that's where i get it from.
There you go...
http://www.xdafileserver.nl/index.php?dir=Sony+%28Ericsson%29%2FSE+Xperia+S+%28LT26i%29%2FSTOCK+ROMS%2FICS
i have now (finally) a rooted .55 rom using the zip (sys part that i didnt have) from this topic
my theory was right
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34467423&postcount=10
now all i need is an original sys (that one was modded and deodex'd) to get original .55 on my system
pcarvalho said:
i have now (finally) a rooted .55 rom using the zip (sys part that i didnt have) from this topic
my theory was right
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34467423&postcount=10
now all i need is an original sys (that one was modded and deodex'd) to get original .55 on my system
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Last when i tried deodexing my droid 2 global i killed poorly droid. :crying: took me 4 hour to get it work again with the latest .629 rom... and rooted.
Guys i cant deside, should i unlock my bootloader (and delete the ability to update my phone to newer stock firmwares) and install cyanogen mod, or should i stay on stock with some cwm addons stuff in it? I heard that cm works longer than stock (i mean battery life), faster (im not 100% sure bout that), but if i stay on stock i can get sony support stuff with those drm keys and ****, and it looks cooler imao >D. I wana know ur opinions.
tbh. its not even something that should be dwelled upon.
I wouldnt own a Sony phone with a pure stock ROM.
Or any phone for that matter.
CM is and allways will be faster, have better battery (with the right kernel),
look better and you'll have more options.
You can allways just relock your bootloader if you want to go back.
so you sayin that i can get DRM keys back if i relock bootloader? Coz i dont like all this "dont update ur phone via wifi or it gona be dead" stuff
Cm will probably be faster, with better battery life. The main difference is that it puts YOU in the driver's seat. CM is bare bones. You'll notice it's a much smaller file size than any carrier ROM. If you don't like the way it looks, change it. If you don't like the performance, change it. Invest in utility apps like titanium backup and rom toolbox. Nandroid before you do anything. Most importantly; Read, read, READ!
Sent from a van down by the river.
can i restore DRM codes if i relock the bootloader?
no
seymur993 said:
can i restore DRM codes if i relock the bootloader?
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what DRM codes. I'm guessing something Sony specific? Why would you bother going through the steps of un rooting your phone?
Sent from a van down by the river.
Threads like this are not allowed. Why you don't read RULES?
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I read somewhere that if i unlock bootloader then so called "DRM codes" will be wiped, that means that i cant use standard SUS (sony thing) program to upgrade my stock firmware to newer versions, and if i want to update my firmware by air (wifi) it gona get bricked. I dont want to take THAT risk of not being able to install stock firmware with all the functionality (i mean firmware update support).
I have a RElocked bootloader and I allways update it with WiFi,... No brick at all
and what about sony apps? do they work?
Except to Bravia Engine(but I think it even didn`t worked from stock) everything's fine.
Mumbira said:
Except to Bravia Engine(but I think it even didn`t worked from stock) everything's fine.
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Lol? Bravia Engine(I have BE2) works great on stock. First check, then talk.
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With an unlocked bootloader u can flash newer firmware manually.
Btw, there is a Sony theme for cm. And there is also a CM 10 Sony like - Rom.
I never ever needed those drm keys.
w3nZ said:
With an unlocked bootloader u can flash newer firmware manually.
Btw, there is a Sony theme for cm. And there is also a CM 10 Sony like - Rom.
I never ever needed those drm keys.
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There is official program made by Sony for unlocked bl. It's "Emma" and with this program you can flash stock fw on unlocked bl.
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Vaith said:
Lol? Bravia Engine(I have BE2) works great on stock. First check, then talk.
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Why so angry? I don't care what your device can do, if you'd read my post right, you'd understand that I mean MY device.
On my device im pretty sure Bravia Engine never worked!
Mumbira said:
Why so angry? I don't care what your device can do, if you'd read my post right, you'd understand that I mean MY device.
On my device im pretty sure Bravia Engine never worked!
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If you have unlocked bl it won't work.
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Teun_2 said:
Keep in mind that sms messages of over 160 characters are not supported.
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What are you talking about? Both stock and CyanogenMod support sms messages of over 160 characters.
Vaith said:
If you have unlocked bl it won't work.
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Yea you are right, im mistaking, my bootloader must have been unlocked from factory...
Man read my Post's and understand them.
My Bootloader is right now RElocked.
But even when it was locked from factory my Bravia Engine never worked. Not even with Gingerbread.
Hi. So, I have a SONY XPERIA S with bootloader locked. I recieved a mail from SONY with the unlock bootloader key. The next step should be to download the SDK. But since the SDK is almost 500 MB in size and I have a slow connection, and a limited data plan I cannot download the SDK. My question is : Is there another easy way to to this? To unlock my bootloader?
i'm not sure if this help, but just trying to help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42407269
Perfect
Alin Theron
Any advantage of unlocking?
This is general section, pls post question on Q&A section... Tq
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The advantage is that with unlocked bootloader I can make root
AlinTheron said:
The advantage is that with unlocked bootloader I can make root
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Mmm, did you know that you can 'root' with locked bootloader also?... the real advantage is that you can use custom kernels
I tried, not working.
Any ideas on how to root with locked bootloader?
AlinTheron said:
Any ideas on how to root with locked bootloader?
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Yes.
AlinTheron said:
I tried, not working.
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Would you mind sharing more feedback of what you have already tried for rooting?? and which steps are you failing at? so we can help you out :cyclops:
I've tried a zip package from doomlord
i'm using XAS, base on .200 ROM, all i do to root was this.
1. UL BL
2. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2309117
3. place this SuperSU-1.25-Busybox-1.20.2-UPDATE.zip file from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42005929&postcount=3 onto internal storage
4. flash SuperSU-1.25-Busybox-1.20.2-UPDATE.zip in recovery
that's what i did on both XAS
I'll try it right now
Done. SOLVED
Now it works just fine.
SOLVED
How to get the key from Sony?
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http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
i'm scared to root my xperia zl, because i bricked my last phone Xperia arc s when rooting...
I want to know whether the thread made by Bin4ry titled Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 20.11.2013] - Added Z1 Root
in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31545627&postcount=1
supports rooting Xperia ZL 2.67 Locked Bootloader..?
Kabeesh said:
i'm scared to root my xperia zl, because i bricked my last phone Xperia arc s when rooting...
I want to know whether the thread made by Bin4ry titled Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 20.11.2013] - Added Z1 Root
in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31545627&postcount=1
supports rooting Xperia ZL 2.67 Locked Bootloader..?
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Just follow the steps laid out here(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2458268)
Help Again...
TinySarabia said:
Just follow the steps laid out here(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2458268)
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Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
Kabeesh said:
Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
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I've done these exact steps a dozen times now and everything is working fine.
If you want to unlock your bootloader (for flashing AOSP roms), don't forget to backup your TA partition first! (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598)
Kabeesh said:
Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
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i just rooted mine after a long time with .244. First attempt was a success. No problems so far
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
scifan said:
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
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If u unlock your bootloader the zl then u will lose ur mobile bravia engine... And also if u flash a custom Rom will wipe your data... Unlocking bootloader doesn't wipe ur data..
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Kabeesh said:
If u unlock your bootloader the zl then u will lose ur mobile bravia engine... And also if u flash a custom Rom will wipe your data... Unlocking bootloader doesn't wipe ur data..
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I hadn't realized the bravia engine would go away as well... I've rooted... and basically done what I really needed to do thus far to it... I'm just exploring the other options... assuming my wife wants to use it as her daily phone, I won't be messing with it much after the initial setup anyway.
i root my xperia with KINGO ROOT, simple and fast
plug your device, enable usb debugging and click root.. works fine in .2.67!!
scifan said:
I hadn't realized the bravia engine would go away as well... I've rooted... and basically done what I really needed to do thus far to it... I'm just exploring the other options... assuming my wife wants to use it as her daily phone, I won't be messing with it much after the initial setup anyway.
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So great to hear from you.. Have fun...
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krutftw said:
i root my xperia with KINGO ROOT, simple and fast
plug your device, enable usb debugging and click root.. works fine in .2.67!!
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I have tried and it actually works well..
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Kabeesh said:
I have tried and it actually works well..
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Well as per recent info, it tracks many info from the phone while rooting as in IMEI number, some personal info etc. so it still being reviewed, unless its confirmed to be safe its better not to use Kingo Root.
coolrevi said:
Well as per recent info, it tracks many info from the phone while rooting as in IMEI number, some personal info etc. so it still being reviewed, unless its confirmed to be safe its better not to use Kingo Root.
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Yo.. Thanks for the info..
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i used kingo to install CWM and use the cm.. now im using a CM with a totally different root file.. then in that case, i would have no problems with this privacy thing?
scifan said:
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
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Unlocking boot loader completely wipes your data including internal storage. Make sure yo back up before you try..
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tnks