I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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HwaA18 said:
I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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Yes you have to flash a custom kernel for this rom, so you need an unlocked bootloader.
Sorry for my bad English. It's not my native language.
It is 99% safe maby your phone get bricked, install the software again in it works (or you do anything wrong).
HwaA18 said:
I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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if you have any custom kernel such as doom lord and your phone get bricked its ok as this loads up first and you can flash the Rom again...
just don't over clock and what not if your a newbie as it can harm your xperia play if you don't know what your doing... back to the subject its 99% safe and seen many developers and others flashing their xperia plays everyday which i think is unnecessary
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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 //////
Didn't see this thread here. I replied in your other one.
Is your bootloader unlocked any chance?
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MrHaPpY66 said:
Is your bootloader unlocked any chance?
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nope i should ........ i know i use flash tools
MrHaPpY66 said:
Is your bootloader unlocked any chance?
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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. And there are no free methods to unlock the R800x, thanks to Verizon. But if you click the link in my Signature on Aledandrissimo's name, it will take you to his site. You can have him do it for $24.00. He's very safe and reliable. All the details are there.
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netizenmt said:
No. And there are no free methods to unlock the R800x, thanks to Verizon. But if you click the link in my Signature on Aledandrissimo's name, it will take you to his site. You can have him do it for $24.00. He's very safe and reliable. All the details are there.
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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
toppdogg93 said:
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
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That link is for the xplays with imei codes. The cdma version has a meid. So u can't unlock it that way. There is no way to unlock the cdma xplay for free
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Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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BL what? locked or unlocked?
y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's locked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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zolaisugly said:
For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's unlocked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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Who cares about locked bootloader?
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creative_md said:
BL what? locked or unlocked?
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unlocked
First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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Read the instructions. These threads just highlight why there should be a time limit for new members before they're allowed to post.
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creative_md said:
First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
Try This
y2023958 said:
but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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Considering you already have flashtool and your desired kernel follow this :
1) Plug in your phone in fastboot mode [S-Off, hold menu key and plug in to PC]
2) Place you .img on your desktop
3) Open up flashtool, select fastboot mode and select flash kernel and select it from the desktop
4) Once kernel is flashed un plug your device restart it open up CWM and flash desired ROM.
Hopefully i helped you out
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but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...
creative_md said:
kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...
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After flashing the kernel you often need to flash Wifi Modules in recovery
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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You need to unlock your bootloader. Root is not needed at all.
whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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Yes root is not required so tell what exact error you are getting and first confirm that you have adb drivers installed
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Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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whiskey_1388 said:
Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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you need unlock bl yours is not unlocked.....
Guys,
I would like to install the DoomKernel in my device but, I entered in the sony`s setup in my phone and there says that I cant unlock the bootloader.
The question is:
Is there a way to install the DoomKernel in my device, even if my bootloader is locked?
I've made the root and I already have the CWM installed.
I would like to make a swapp and a little bit overclock
I tried to find this answer in the forum but, I found nothing.
Thank you very much.
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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MrHaPpY66 said:
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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Dude, mine is R800a
Tks!
MrHaPpY66 said:
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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You CAN unlock an r800x.
Trakinão said:
Dude, mine is R800a
Tks!
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And yes, you CAN unlock your model too, you'll need to if you want to install a custom kernel. Try doing some searches and you'll find out how
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And yes, you CAN unlock your model too, you'll need to if you want to install a custom kernel. Try doing some searches and you'll find out how
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Unfortunately I think no.
I went to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. And there is write No. So, I think that my device cannot be unlocked, unless I pay some company to do, right?
Guys,
Just to let you know that I have solved my problem.
I made the bootloader unlock with this server:
wotanserver.com
Worked fine!
Tks.
I really want this rom,http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1336461, a but it says you need an unlocked bootloader,
BTW I am running gingerbread and stuff, please help me
HwaA18 said:
I really want this rom,http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1336461, a but it says you need an unlocked bootloader,
BTW I am running gingerbread and stuff, please help me
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You have to unlock your bootloader because that ROM requires you to flash a custom kernel.
The thread explicitly states you need an unlocked bootloader, yet you still have to ask?
jacklebott said:
The thread explicitly states you need an unlocked bootloader, yet you still have to ask?
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Eh, maybe a bit harsh. In OP's defense, most of the talk around here about bootloader unlocking is concerning ICS ROMs. Probably just wanted to make sure since that ROM is based on stock.
Actually the rom might work witn unlocked boot loader, check out the 54 page
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HwaA18 said:
Actually the rom might work witn unlocked boot loader, check out the 54 page
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Use stock kernel and you'd be fine.
Does that mean if I am running stock Verizon I will be fine?
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HwaA18 said:
Does that mean if I am running stock Verizon I will be fine?
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Correct. Correction you should stick with Verizon's 2.3.3 rom and you will be fine.
chery2k said:
Correct. Correction you should stick with Verizon's 2.3.3 rom and you will be fine.
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can i install with cwm? because i dont know how to use fastboot
HwaA18 said:
can i install with cwm? because i dont know how to use fastboot
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Use CWM to flash ROMs. Use Fastboot to flash kernels.
So that's a yes?
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EDIT: Never mind this post will probably delete the rest.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
But that requires you to flash a custom kernel, which I can't because I don't an unlocked bootloader.
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Yea I realized that afterwards that's why I edited my post. And yes it will work. But if you wanted the .145 you could just use the darforest ver.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
Just a quick confirmation, I can flash this in CWM? As you can see, Im a huge noob
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Yes...be sure you do a backup first. Since you stated you are on 2.3.3 you'll be OK.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
It says it can run on stock kernel so r800x users should be fine... ill test when I get home
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Have you tried?
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Lordomn said:
Yes...be sure you do a backup first. Since you stated you are on 2.3.3 you'll be OK.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
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I just flashed it, and I am stuck at the sony ericsson logo, what do i do now, besides flashtool?
HwaA18 said:
I just flashed it, and I am stuck at the sony ericsson logo, what do i do now, besides flashtool?
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You'd better learn how to use flashtool.
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Hi everyone. I completely apologize for this question as I am absolutely new to Android and to unlocking a phone. I just bought a R800x Verizon Xperia Play for the sole purpose of being able to play emulators. I will not be activating it to use as a phone. I have read as much as I can and am still a little confused in regards to being able to unlock the bootloader and install roms.
If the bootloader message says No, am I not able to unlock it or install roms at all?
If it says yes, can I install any rom, or am I limited to what I saw as Cola and a few others?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Anyone help me out. Or can I keep it locked but install cola?
You can.unlock the bootloader I have mine unlocked using sonys unlock method but.if you wish to.stay with a locked bootloader yoj can.install cola but you'll have to.root 2.3.3 install clock work mod.recovery I my.self.am.vefy glad I unlocked my.bootloadef and since yoj habe.no.intentions of using the phone side yoj could install numeruous amounts of gsm roms
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You can.unlock the bootloader I have mine unlocked using sonys unlock method but.if you wish to.stay with a locked bootloader yoj can.install cola but you'll have to.root 2.3.3 install clock work mod.recovery I my.self.am.vefy glad I unlocked my.bootloadef and since yoj habe.no.intentions of using the phone side yoj could install numeruous amounts of gsm roms
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Awesome. Thank you. So the whole unlock boot loader no isn't a problems nymore since the support is gone.
monkstah said:
Awesome. Thank you. So the whole unlock boot loader no isn't a problems nymore since the support is gone.
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Exactly.
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darkharbinger81 said:
Exactly.
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Thanks dark.
If I unlock it using that method. I've read the forums. I just need to get flash tool then and pick a rom I want to use. Most roms come with the clockwork recovery from what I'm seeing.
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Thanks dark.
If I unlock it using that method. I've read the forums. I just need to get flash tool then and pick a rom I want to use. Most roms come with the clockwork recovery from what I'm seeing.
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Well all roms have root and superuser your clockwork recovery on the other hand is in the kernels and flashtool is a life saver on so.many levels lol I'm trying to reset mine up since.my.computer crashed and.I went.to a lap top running windows xp home as of right now.I.can flash ftfs, my phone isn't being recognizes for fastboot so ya lol I'm on 2.3.3 stock without root it sucks not having root unlocked bootloader and.not.being able to.flash a kernel lol
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