Okay so I had a look to see if I could unlock my bootloader the SE way (http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions) but when I did the whole *#*#.............#*#* thing it said I cant unlock my bootloader, is this just them saying I cant or is that a definate and final NO?
My other problem is that when I am downloading torrents through any torrent client my WiFi keeps dropping and reconecting, any ideas?
Which way do you want to unlock? Your device is xpeir arc or arc S?
If arc (not arc S), you can use omunius (please seach by google with omunius).
After unlock xperia arc by omunius, you can see the information unloked allowed:yes, but, it is actually unlocked.
If you use SE unlock, you can see the boot loader unlocked: yes.
Kieron Williamson said:
Okay so I had a look to see if I could unlock my bootloader the SE way (http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions) but when I did the whole *#*#.............#*#* thing it said I cant unlock my bootloader, is this just them saying I cant or is that a definate and final NO?
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Read the stickys before posting questions - http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=963
Kieron Williamson said:
My other problem is that when I am downloading torrents through any torrent client my WiFi keeps dropping and reconecting, any ideas?
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Use a PC instead.
ksako said:
Which way do you want to unlock? Your device is xpeir arc or arc S?
If arc (not arc S), you can use omunius (please seach by google with omunius).
After unlock xperia arc by omunius, you can see the information unloked allowed:yes, but, it is actually unlocked.
If you use SE unlock, you can see the boot loader unlocked: yes.
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I have got an arc S (LT18i), Android Version is 4.0.3. Do you need any other info?
I want to remove the Bootloader Lock, Root and learn how to change the Kernel (I know nothing about Kernels yet).
Kieron Williamson said:
I have got an arc S (LT18i), Android Version is 4.0.3. Do you need any other info?
I want to remove the Bootloader Lock, Root and learn how to change the Kernel (I know nothing about Kernels yet).
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Sorry, my question didn't have no meaning.
If you see the "Bootloader unlock allowed : no", you cannot unlock Sony's official way.
You have to use some unofficial way, like omunius which require some fees, to remove DRM. If you unlock by omunius, you does not lose DRM feature. But I don't know the way to re-lock the bootloader.
I looked around but couldn't find definitive answer hense the question and as for the torrent, if I wanted to used a pc I would or I would use one of my laptops, but I dont, I want to use my phone. Cheers for the point sarcastic answer though
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XperienceD said:
Read the stickys before posting questions - http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=963
Use a PC instead.
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I looked around but couldn't find definitive answer hense the question and as for the torrent, if I wanted to used a pc I would or I would use one of my laptops, but I dont, I want to use my phone. Cheers for the point sarcastic answer though
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ksako said:
Sorry, my question didn't have no meaning.
If you see the "Bootloader unlock allowed : no", you cannot unlock Sony's official way.
You have to use some unofficial way, like omunius which require some fees, to remove DRM. If you unlock by omunius, you does not lose DRM feature. But I don't know the way to re-lock the bootloader.
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Ah much appreciated, I thought when SE said no it meant no hence the original post. Thank you for your answer.
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Kieron Williamson said:
I looked around but couldn't find definitive answer hense the question and as for the torrent, if I wanted to used a pc I would or I would use one of my laptops, but I dont, I want to use my phone. Cheers for the point sarcastic answer though
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The answer to bootloader unlocking is in the stickys, which if People read more it would reduce the amount of duplicate threads, and as for torrenting, I just don't see the point of doing it on a phone.
XperienceD said:
The answer to bootloader unlocking is in the stickys, which if People read more it would reduce the amount of duplicate threads, and as for torrenting, I just don't see the point of doing it on a phone.
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The answer I came across was try SE way 1st which I did and it said no hense the question. I did look alot and .. Know one had an answer to whether SEs' answer of no was final hense my post.
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Kieron Williamson said:
The answer I came across was try SE way 1st which I did and it said no hense the question.
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The test point method is in the stickys, but you know that now.
XperienceD said:
The test point method is in the stickys, but you know that now.
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Good point..... I don't fully understand the test point business atm so I looked for a 'blunter' answer. Thank you for your help (and sarcasm)
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Kieron Williamson said:
Good point..... I don't fully understand the test point business atm
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It's quite simple...
...and better than S.E's method as it retains DRM.
XperienceD said:
It's quite simple...
...and better than S.E's method as it retains DRM.
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Cheers.
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Is it possible to root the ATT Sony Ion that has already been updated to ICS and has a locked bootloader?
ptclik85 said:
Is it possible to root the ATT Sony Ion that has already been updated to ICS and has a locked bootloader?
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Yes
Look Here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29713944&postcount=1
ganeshbiyer said:
Yes
Look Here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29713944&postcount=1
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I'm, confused I have no idea which method to use
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ptclik85 said:
I'm, confused I have no idea which method to use
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Please ask questions about the 'how to root thread' in that thread. Also read the thread not just post, your question has been answered.
Good luck
~Jaramie
from my LT28at tweaked with Ice Cream all over it.
ptclik85 said:
I'm, confused I have no idea which method to use
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That thread is hard to follow, it's kind of all over the place!
I use this. In step 2 it says select option 1, it should be 2. Select option 2 and run it. SIMPLE!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1922987
Used it on my LT28at on ICS. Even after flashing international firmware
joe3681 said:
That thread is hard to follow, it's kind of all over the place!
I use this. In step 2 it says select option 1, it should be 2. Select option 2 and run it. SIMPLE!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1922987
Used it on my LT28at on ICS. Even after flashing international firmware
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What I was meaning by my post is that, you should ask your question in the thread that has the Original Post(OP) issue. You could post your issues about clearing up the steps in the OP, in the thread that everyone reads for information. You should post your own steps in that thread also.
chances are someone else will have the same issue and you will be able to help.
You could PM the author of the OP for the thread with some helpful suggestions or even re-write it as an example.
no offence was intended, just help.
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~Jaramie
joe3681 said:
That thread is hard to follow, it's kind of all over the place!
I use this. In step 2 it says select option 1, it should be 2. Select option 2 and run it. SIMPLE!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1922987
Used it on my LT28at on ICS. Even after flashing international firmware
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The link for rooting GB/ICS is below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29713944&postcount=1
The OP of that thread clearly says there are three methods and the third method is supposed to be easiest, then why would one want to got to other options. If one is using ICS he is supposed to use 3rd method
I don't see what is there so difficult to follow or confusing and more over every one here helps out each other. You just need to post in correct section.
I don't know how long you have been in this forum, but the thread was started when we had just GB and no rooting method and it has been updated as and when we got better rooting methods.
The problem with all the new arrivals into this forum is that they do not have patience to read through the posts.
Every one is after INSTANT NIRVANA
Closed thread. Question was answered
First off, I'm a n00b.
I've been searching around, trying to find a list of Roms that are for locked bootloaders but I can't seem to find one.
Could someone just post a few roms that are for locked bootloaders?
I would unlock my bootloader but the risk seems too high/ I'll lose my warranty.
Thanks beforehand.
PS. Does anyone know how to get CM10 working on locked bootloader for Arc S
ibz100 said:
Could someone just post a few roms that are for locked bootloaders?
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Is general browsing of the Development too hard for noobs these days.
I would unlock my bootloader but the risk seems too high/ I'll lose my warranty.
ibz100 said:
PS. Does anyone know how to get CM10 working on locked bootloader for Arc S
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If there was a way it would state so in the thread.
ibz100 said:
First off, I'm a n00b.
I've been searching around, trying to find a list of Roms that are for locked bootloaders but I can't seem to find one.
Could someone just post a few roms that are for locked bootloaders?
I would unlock my bootloader but the risk seems too high/ I'll lose my warranty.
Thanks beforehand.
PS. Does anyone know how to get CM10 working on locked bootloader for Arc S
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There are a lot of roms for locked bootloaders in the development section lol. Just press a thread that looks good, press Control and F, and type in bootloader to see whether that particular Rom is for locked or unlocked. Roms based in stock ICS or GB are for locked bootloaders
Sent from Xperia Arc S
Jaders ultimate hd 2 Rom is a good one. Fast, stripped of bloatware and smooth.
I do agree with the previous posts an hour or two searching the dev section would turn up what your looking for, but come on guys asking for help in the q&a section im sure you can help more than just sating look, it is Christmas after all
Sent from santas sleigh on my LT18i using xda premium Christmas edition
Just saying guys my boot loader is unlocked and I've relocked it and sent off my phone to warranty 2 times and they have not said anything so I think its safe as klong as you relock
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Hello,
I'm a new member and I have a question. There is a way to unlock xperia arc s bootloader when allowed=no and serie number is 12w32 (new arc)?
Thanks for help
No.
Sent from Myushi
XperienceD said:
No.
Sent from Myushi
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Too bad
Do you think can evolve?
tititheandroid said:
Do you think can evolve?
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Hopefully yeah, it's a bit of a kick in the teeth from Sony and don't know why, when they know about the communities on sites like xdadevelopers that want full access to their own Phones, don't give us hidden menus so we can enable root or easily unlock the bootloader.
Hi xda,
I'm new in this forum
I bought a Sony Xperia ION (LT28at) and I rooted with a .bat file
How can I install Jelly Bean versions if my bootloader is locked
It says: Bootloader unlock allowed: NO
Thanks for your help
and sorry for my English ;D
Instead of posting a new thread, use the search button and read please. This topics were discussed many times.
You will get Jelly Bean when it will be released. Official JB for iON not yet released.
You can update official JB with a locked bootloader also. Unlocking bootloader not required.
But Bootloader unlocking required if you want to use any custom ROM and post questions in Q/A forum next time please.
Thanks for your reply and your welcome,
I know, the ION doesn't have Jelly Bean, but I can install a JB Custom ROM?
Can you please put the url to unlock my bootloader?
Its secure to do that?
If your bootloader status says this= "Bootloader unlock allowed: NO"
then i am afraid you won't be able to unlock the bootloader using the traditional way by yourself my friend.
You either have to pay for it or contact your carrier for unlocking. But i think JB for iON may not be very far, so u can wait if u want.
auni said:
If your bootloader status says this= "Bootloader unlock allowed: NO"
then i am afraid you won't be able to unlock the bootloader using the traditional way by yourself my friend.
You either have to pay for it or contact your carrier for unlocking. But i think JB for iON may not be very far, so u can wait if u want.
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JB was released today in America for the LT28at by the way.
Try to use the Sony PC software to do the update.
Austin Connell said:
JB was released today in America for the LT28at by the way.
Try to use the Sony PC software to do the update.
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Troll, go away...
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Vaith said:
Troll, go away...
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seriously? way to get all butt hurt.
I was just trying to help the guy who doesn't seem to have any idea what he's doing.
I just got the software update prompt 20 minutes ago.
This reply is assuming you're directing that "troll" accusation towards me.
Austin Connell said:
JB was released today in America for the LT28at by the way.
Try to use the Sony PC software to do the update.
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You mean 6.1.C.1.111?
It's just a small ICS update...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2199899
cities516 said:
You mean 6.1.C.1.111?
It's just a small ICS update...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2199899
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Thanks for the civilized reply. I suppose that's the one. I haven't agreed to the update yet, so shame on me for assuming it was 4.1
it's definitely misleading that their JB updates rolled out today and this BS update came out too though.
OP, you're SOL man.. at least until Sony and AT&T actually decide to update this thing like they said they would months ago.
Hi, I m from Brazil
I just bought a Xperia ZQ and it s my first Sony. Can you help me with some questions?
I ve already know that I can change my carrier version by another registered one downloaded right here in xda website without root or unlock the bootloader, right?
As I m not a developer, why would I need to root and unlock the bootloader?
Where, if It is possible, can I find different skins and themes for it?
How can I know about new upates? For example, new releases of firmware or android versions?
Thank you
Migliano said:
Hi, I m from Brazil
I just bought a Xperia ZQ and it s my first Sony. Can you help me with some questions?
I ve already know that I can change my carrier version by another registered one downloaded right here in xda website without root or unlock the bootloader, right?
As I m not a developer, why would I need to root and unlock the bootloader?
Where, if It is possible, can I find different skins and themes for it?
How can I know about new upates? For example, new releases of firmware or android versions?
Thank you
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Its called Xperia ZL so just search it on the search for device bar. You dont have to be a developer to unlock as unlocking can give you cool roms that can be very much customized.
AndroidHoneyComb said:
Its called Xperia ZL so just search it on the search for device bar. You dont have to be a developer to unlock as unlocking can give you cool roms that can be very much customized.
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Hi, thanks for your reply. Where can I find customized Roms from trustworthy sources. Could you please reply the others questions?
Migliano said:
Hi, I m from Brazil
I just bought a Xperia ZQ and it s my first Sony. Can you help me with some questions?
I ve already know that I can change my carrier version by another registered one downloaded right here in xda website without root or unlock the bootloader, right?
As I m not a developer, why would I need to root and unlock the bootloader?
Where, if It is possible, can I find different skins and themes for it?
How can I know about new upates? For example, new releases of firmware or android versions?
Thank you
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You get updates thru SONY and you will get a notification when you can get a update.
To see if you can unlock your bootloader go to
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions as it will tell you the directions then once you have unlocked, go to http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2095 and find some roms. ( its a little dangerous if you dont know what your doing ) and UNLOCKING will void the warranty
AndroidHoneyComb said:
You get updates thru SONY and you will get a notification when you can get a update.
To see if you can unlock your bootloader go to
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions as it will tell you the directions then once you have unlocked, go to http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2095 and find some roms. ( its a little dangerous if you dont know what your doing ) and UNLOCKING will void the warranty
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ok, thanks a lot man
Hi, I dont have 10 posts yet, because of that I m gonna post it here
One question.. If i relock my bootloader will i have bravia back...???
Migliano said:
Hi, I dont have 10 posts yet, because of that I m gonna post it here
One question.. If i relock my bootloader will i have bravia back...???
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yep
AndroidHoneyComb said:
yep
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Really? How did u do it? I posted the same question in another thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2201148&page=4 and @DooMLoRD said "No"
Migliano said:
Really? How did u do it? I posted the same question in another thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2201148&page=4 and @DooMLoRD said "No"
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If you have already unlocked your bootloader, without backing up your Drm Keys, then you wont get the bravia engine back.
einfachgaer said:
If you have already unlocked your bootloader, without backing up your Drm Keys, then you wont get the bravia engine back.
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I havent unlocked my bootloader yet. I just rooted (the bootloader changed unlockable yes to no), installed cwm and made a backup using cwm, saved in internal storage. Is that enough? Is this backup saved the drm keys?
Thank you
Migliano said:
I havent unlocked my bootloader yet. I just rooted (the bootloader changed unlockable yes to no), installed cwm and made a backup using cwm, saved in internal storage. Is that enough? Is this backup saved the drm keys?
Thank you
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Use the tutorial I have linked above, with that method you will get your phone back to factory-state when you want to.
einfachgaer said:
Use the tutorial I have linked above, with that method you will get your phone back to factory-state when you want to.
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Sorry, but where is the tutorial you said?
Migliano said:
Sorry, but where is the tutorial you said?
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I have a unrelated question, because I'm planning to buy this phone here in Brazil. Battery is something you can rely on with 3G on?
vctrrl said:
I have a unrelated question, because I'm planning to buy this phone here in Brazil. Battery is something you can rely on with 3G on?
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The phone is fantastic, but the battery is below average even with 3g, altough the relates i hear about SIV are even worse. Since HTC don't sell officialy in Brazil anymore, i don't trust in LG and Motorola don't have a rival for these phones i think ZQ is the best choise.
I'm a heavy user, so i charge it twice a day,but with moderate use + stamina mode i think you can get a day of battery.