does the xperia arc got the ICS ? - Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

hii guys ,, is there any update for the xperia is to the ICS ??? 4.0.4 ??
if yes how i can get it ??
if there any ported rom or unofficial ICS rom pleas provide me the link and how to install it
thank you for helping me

Well yeah its available and im writing u one xperia arc 4.0.4 ics, i update it using Sony compagnon its the official one and aller what u need is to connect ur phone to ur computer and u lunch or xD
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Well yeah its available and im writing u from an xperia arc 4.0.4 ics, i update it using Sony compagnon its the official one and all what u need is to connect ur phone to ur computer and u lunch it xD
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its didnt apear there !!!

Alternatively, you could flash official firmwares. This is the Latest ICS Firmware.
If i'm not wrong, you will need to install Android SDK and Flashtool.
After you installed Flashtool, locate the installation directory and install the drivers. Follow the video below for the flashing part

Hi you can check sony forums there a couple of threads about flashing stock ics in your arc

battora said:
Hi you can check sony forums there a couple of threads about flashing stock ics in your arc
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you can give me link ???

sparxx4 said:
you can give me link ???
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Don't complicate your life even more. The guy above told you already. Use Flashtool, and flash official ROM (.ftf format). It doesn't get any easier that this really.
0. Before anything, install PC Companion, or Sony Update Service, for the drivers sake.
1. Install Flashtool.
http://androxyde.github.com/
2. Download official ICS ROM.
https://hotfile.com/dl/167361348/43349db/LT18i_4.1.B.0.587_(1254-2716).ftf.html
3. Move downloaded ROM into C:\Flashtool\firmwares folder.
4. Run Flashtool, click flash button, choose flashmode, click OK, leave everything defaultly checked. After few seconds it will ask you to connect your phone in flash mode.
5. Turn off your phone (charged above 50%) and connect it to your PC with back button pressed (flash mode).
6. Flashtool will recognise your phone and start flashing process. You can release back button as soon as the flashing process starts.
7. Wait untill the flashing is complete, disconnect your phone, and turn it on.
That's it.

i just wanted a link for a rom thats all .. thank you

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Cant Root!!!

Have a Xperia Play and have been trying to root for the past week now!
I have used at least 7 different programs but none of them work.
Im afraid the problem is i cant get into fastboot mode and my blue light wont turn on.
If thats the problem is there a way to fix it?
And if its not what is the problem and can i fix it?
GamerUpToDate said:
Have a Xperia Play and have been trying to root for the past week now!
I have used at least 7 different programs but none of them work.
Im afraid the problem is i cant get into fastboot mode and my blue light wont turn on.
If thats the problem is there a way to fix it?
And if its not what is the problem and can i fix it?
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Wait if you are just rooting you don't need to do that. What model is your phone?
Check if your bootloader isn't locked and you have unlock it first.
Rooting methods like Zerg rush not working on 2.3.4 software.
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Thanks, but i havent figured out exactly what my bootloader is.
I have the Xperia PLAY R800x and gingerbread 2.3.3.
I just tried Flashtool and that didnt work either because my phone wont go into
Fast mode.
Updated after November 2011?
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S34Qu4K3 said:
Updated after November 2011?
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Yeah i got an update from the Sony Update Service.
You have to flash a previous firmware, since November 2011 update, zergRush xploit doesn't work
S34Qu4K3 said:
You have to flash a previous firmware, since November 2011 update, zergRush xploit doesn't work
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How can i do that? Are you sure itll work?
Can i use the Flashtool because last time i tried using it it didnt work but
i dont think i used it right.
It's the only whay unless you unlock you bootloader and flash a new kernel
Yeah, it will work. Use flashtool
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S34Qu4K3 said:
It's the only whay unless you unlock you bootloader and flash a new kernel
Yeah, it will work. Use flashtool
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Ok only thing is i need proper instructions cause the videos for that are messed up and old.
I also need a link for the previos firmware.
But last time i triedd i could only go into flashmode.
Screw that i think i might not have been able to do either.
I need good instructions
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok only thing is i need proper instructions cause the videos for that are messed up and old.
I also need a link for the previos firmware.
But last time i triedd i could only go into flashmode.
Screw that i think i might not have been able to do either.
I need good instructions
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What I would do is flash back but at first check if your fastboot is actually not working.
Turn off the device and check it, take out the battery and put it back in then hold search button and plug in usb if you have a blue light then fastboot is ok.
You also need Android ADB drivers which you need to have the Android SDK to get them or if you have flashtool there is a drivers folder which is the simplest method to install ADB bridge.
Then using flashtool (if it worked) flashed the DoomLord Kernel, if it says you have no permission to do so then you need to unlock your bootloader.
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bartmw said:
Check if your bootloader isn't locked and you have unlock it first.
Rooting methods like Zerg rush not working on 2.3.4 software.
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ZergRush worked for me on the 2.3.4 but I've a GSM model so it might be different.
sewer56lol said:
What I would do is flash back but at first check if your fastboot is actually not working.
Turn off the device and check it, take out the battery and put it back in then hold search button and plug in usb if you have a blue light then fastboot is ok.
You also need Android ADB drivers which you need to have the Android SDK to get them or if you have flashtool there is a drivers folder which is the simplest method to install ADB bridge.
Then using flashtool (if it worked) flashed the DoomLord Kernel, if it says you have no permission to do so then you need to unlock your bootloader.
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ZergRush worked for me on the 2.3.4 but I've a GSM model so it might be different.
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Ok I will most defenetly install the adb drivers once I know where to get them. How do I know if I have the android sdk?
I have the flashtool but when I downloaded it it came with 3 programs and no folders.
Can you give me the link to the folders or to the flashtool that has the folders with it when you install it?
I also need the link to the doom kernel which I might have and instructions on how to flash it.
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Ok I will most defenetly install the adb drivers once I know where to get them. How do I know if I have the android sdk?
I have the flashtool but when I downloaded it it came with 3 programs and no folders.
Can you give me the link to the folders or to the flashtool that has the folders with it when you install it?
I also need the link to the doom kernel which I might have and instructions on how to flash it.
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You should first download flashtool. Then use flashtool to flash the verizon firmware. I will provide a link. Then enter flashmode by turning your phone off completely. Hold the back button, and plug the usb in the computer and then into the phone while still holding the back button. A green light should appear on the top. Then flash the firmware and there. Then use superoneclick to root
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Luckily you have flashtool so you do not need the Android Sdk. There should be a drivers folder in your flashtool and an executable inside that will install like a normal program. This contains all the drivers you will ever need.
On every time it installs one it will prompt you to install or not install jusf click install and you will be asked this about 20 times for each driver.
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MrHaPpY66 said:
You should first download flashtool. Then use flashtool to flash the verizon firmware. I will provide a link. Then enter flashmode by turning your phone off completely. Hold the back button, and plug the usb in the computer and then into the phone while still holding the back button. A green light should appear on the top. Then flash the firmware and there. Then use superoneclick to root
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Ok thnx but i dont see the link and i have ATT not verizon can i still do it?
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok thnx but i dont see the link and i have ATT not verizon can i still do it?
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you said you had the r800x ,the verizon xperia play , didn't you? well anyway just tell me the correct model of your phone. also here's a link for the latest flashtool http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/. i'll add superoneclick later since i'm having problems uploading it
MrHaPpY66 said:
you said you had the r800x ,the verizon xperia play , didn't you? well anyway just tell me the correct model of your phone. also here's a link for the latest flashtool http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/. i'll add superoneclick later since i'm having problems uploading it
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Ok exact model of my phone is as described...
Sony Erricson Xperia PLAY (R800x) ATT 4G
I found the folders in the flashtool i was just looking in the wrong place.
I already have superoneclick dont worry.
Can you just tell me what to do now that i found the folders for Flashtool?
GamerUpToDate said:
Ok exact model of my phone is as described...
Sony Erricson Xperia PLAY (R800x) ATT 4G
I found the folders in the flashtool i was just looking in the wrong place.
I already have superoneclick dont worry.
Can you just tell me what to do now that i found the folders for Flashtool?
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If I remember correctly, the xperia play 4g was R800at and not R800x. Well anyway you have to download the firmware for your phone. Then place it in the firmware folder inside the flashtool folder. This should be the correct firmware for your phone. http://www.mediafire.com/?qqvtl484nlz3gq0 just place the ftf in the firmware folder. Start flashtool, click flash, then choose flashmode. Select the firmware.There should be instructions on how to plug in your phone and there it should flash.
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Help someone...
Hey guys, on my Play it keeps starting up apps in the background. Anyone knows how to sort it out? My phone is constantly using about 280mb+ of memory which is stupid. Anyone help me out?
MrHaPpY66 said:
If I remember correctly, the xperia play 4g was R800at and not R800x. Well anyway you have to download the firmware for your phone. Then place it in the firmware folder inside the flashtool folder. This should be the correct firmware for your phone. http://www.mediafire.com/?qqvtl484nlz3gq0 just place the ftf in the firmware folder. Start flashtool, click flash, then choose flashmode. Select the firmware.There should be instructions on how to plug in your phone and there it should flash.
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What do i do after i flash it? Because i already did everything but the flashing just waiting to know what to do next.

[root] 4.1.b.0.587

have anyone tried rooting the new firmware with the 4.0.3 kernel method? if it works ill add it to the tutorial:fingers-crossed:
ill try myself later today, i cant do it at the moment.
If that update is available OTA, make OTA update, root should stay there.
Someguyfromhell said:
If that update is available OTA, make OTA update, root should stay there.
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What if, its through Sony PC Companion?
OverLo4d said:
have anyone tried rooting the new firmware with the 4.0.3 kernel method? if it works ill add it to the tutorial:fingers-crossed:
ill try myself later today, i cant do it at the moment.
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Hi.
Tested a few minutes ago, and it works.
Greets,
Marco
gork1975 said:
Hi.
Tested a few minutes ago, and it works.
Greets,
Marco
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if you have latest 4.1.B.0.587 ics tell me pls what are the updates?
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Someguyfromhell said:
If that update is available OTA, make OTA update, root should stay there.
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and if we update over the pc companion or update service?
marius5147 said:
if you have latest 4.1.B.0.587 ics tell me pls what are the updates?
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and if we update over the pc companion or update service?
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No lags . Work like 2.3 fw , you must try it.
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gork1975 said:
Hi.
Tested a few minutes ago, and it works.
Greets,
Marco
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Great! I'll ad out to the tutorial today
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marius5147 said:
if you have latest 4.1.B.0.587 ics tell me pls what are the updates?
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Hi.
That is from the Sony Homepage and so my Phone tells me after updating to 4.1.B.0.587
Update your software to benefit from:
Quick dial allows you to quickly find the number you are looking for
Recent Apps button for clear overview of your applications
Quick responses for incoming calls
Optimized email application for multiple accounts
Improved control of your mobile data consumption
For me the "Contacts" now starts faster. Before update it needs 3-4 seconds to start. The LED for SMS doesn´t work. The whole system feels "snappier" for me.
I flash the ftf file with flashtools, did NOT wipe data and NOT wipe cache, after updating and restart let the phone settle down for maybe 10 minutes, then i used the rooting method like before (flash another Kernel, root with Doomlord´s tool and flash back the other kernel) to get root again. Voila. Now everything works fine.
Greets,
Marco
gork1975 said:
Hi.
That is from the Sony Homepage and so my Phone tells me after updating to 4.1.B.0.587
Update your software to benefit from:
Quick dial allows you to quickly find the number you are looking for
Recent Apps button for clear overview of your applications
Quick responses for incoming calls
Optimized email application for multiple accounts
Improved control of your mobile data consumption
For me the "Contacts" now starts faster. Before update it needs 3-4 seconds to start. The LED for SMS doesn´t work. The whole system feels "snappier" for me.
I flash the ftf file with flashtools, did NOT wipe data and NOT wipe cache, after updating and restart let the phone settle down for maybe 10 minutes, then i used the rooting method like before (flash another Kernel, root with Doomlord´s tool and flash back the other kernel) to get root again. Voila. Now everything works fine.
Greets,
Marco
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These are ICS features that came with 4.0.3 and 4.0.4. These were also in previous, 4.1.B.0.431 version, so no new features.
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These are ICS features that came with 4.0.3 and 4.0.4. These were also in previous, 4.1.B.0.431 version, so no new features.
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Maybe.
But that is what my phone shows after the first start with new Firmware.
Greets,
Marco
gork1975 said:
Maybe.
But that is what my phone shows after the first start with new Firmware.
Greets,
Marco
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It shows the same information on every stock ICS ROM that you start for the first time.
Michael P said:
What if, its through Sony PC Companion?
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No then is your root gone.
Sent from my Xperia Neo V with Supercharged ICS 4.0.4
can any one give changelog of this new update
good job
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can any one give changelog of this new update
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i installed it (arc s) , and sony has done a good job , there is no lags and it's very fast especially when we open dial, messages, contacts , camera.. everything works fine ------>> perfect phone (especially for daily use) , but we still hope that sony gives us the jelly bean update :laugh:
themasterabdou said:
i installed it (arc s) , and sony has done a good job , there is no lags and it's very fast especially when we open dial, messages, contacts , camera.. everything works fine ------>> perfect phone (especially for daily use) , but we still hope that sony gives us the jelly bean update :laugh:
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jelly bean is comfrmed for s2
I just rooted 4.1.B.0.587 with the same way for 4.0.4 firmwares - via 4.0.3 kernel.
Because when using toolkit, I got some ADB server error all the time, I just manually typed in all the commands in ADB command prompt. At least, now I am rooted
I have an unlocked bootloader so assuming I want to stick with the 587 kernel I guess I need to hotboot a kernel that has CWM Recovery, flash RootXperia.zip (or Superuser-x.x.x-efghi-signed.zip) and I'm good to go?
Of course, I'll lose CWM Recovery if I do that.
help plz =)
Someguyfromhell said:
I just rooted 4.1.B.0.587 with the same way for 4.0.4 firmwares - via 4.0.3 kernel.
Because when using toolkit, I got some ADB server error all the time, I just manually typed in all the commands in ADB command prompt. At least, now I am rooted
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plz can you tell me after the root how did you return to the 4.1.B.0.587 version , can i use sony pc comp??
themasterabdou said:
plz can you tell me after the root how did you return to the 4.1.B.0.587 version , can i use sony pc comp??
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flash the firmware 562 with fashtool, so you are back on 4.0.3 then root and then do the OTA (over the air with your phone)you can find it in settings, about phone, softwre update and yoyu will keep the root then but updating ith pc comp you will lost the root
p.s. i told already earlier :/
OverLo4d said:
have anyone tried rooting the new firmware with the 4.0.3 kernel method? if it works ill add it to the tutorial:fingers-crossed:
ill try myself later today, i cant do it at the moment.
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ya it work just the same way
1 flash 4.0.3 ftf kernel
2 run doomload bat file for root
3 download busy-box installer and update busy-box 1.20.2
4 find xparts for recovery
5 then flash the ftf kernel from .587 and your done

[Q] Restock Arc S?

hey i flashed MIUI 4 on the phone of my friend!
He doesn´t like it and told me, he want the old system back :/
i´ve unlocked the bootloader ^^ i now how to relock it but when i do so,
i will see nothing at boot! I tried to restock with PC companion but cant restock it using this system :silly:
Pls help me
How to?
Im really confused, which kernel? what i need to modify?
BTW, i have knowledge in fastboot, flashtool, adb, root explorer, etc
thats not the problem ^^ (Also Drivers are installed)
Kernel (current): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1838916
Why fuk up friends phone if you dont know what youre doing or how to revert?
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DQiB said:
hey i flashed MIUI 4 on the phone of my friend!
He doesn´t like it and told me, he want the old system back :/
i´ve unlocked the bootloader ^^ i now how to relock it but when i do so,
i will see nothing at boot! I tried to restock with PC companion but cant restock it using this system :silly:
Pls help me
How to?
Im really confused, which kernel? what i need to modify?
BTW, i have knowledge in fastboot, flashtool, adb, root explorer, etc
thats not the problem ^^ (Also Drivers are installed)
Kernel (current): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1838916
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What was on the phone before you put muiu 4on it ?
For latest stock rom download this
http://www.mediafire.com/?rhr59r4o6oarnfx
unizip file to desktop, inside should be .587.ftf
Open Flashtool >select flashmode top left in lightning button.
Drag .587.tft file only into flashtool main window>let files load
wait for program to ask you to connect phone > follow on screen instructions> make sure you press the correct button an hold it before you connect the usb cable to phone. if done right to LED on phone will be Green.
Wait till you see the files start to load into the phone on the flashtool window>then let go of the button
the uptodate stock rom is now being loaded, there is nothing more to do than wait.
Only disconnect the cable from the phone when flashtool tells you, then start the phone takes a little while first time.set up your friends phone for him, and be careful next time and read about what you want to do first before you try it.
flashrommad said:
What was on the phone before you put muiu 4on it ?
For latest stock rom download this
http://www.mediafire.com/?rhr59r4o6oarnfx
unizip file to desktop, inside should be .587.ftf
Open Flashtool >select flashmode top left in lightning button.
Drag .587.tft file only into flashtool main window>let files load
wait for program to ask you to connect phone > follow on screen instructions> make sure you press the correct button an hold it before you connect the usb cable to phone. if done right to LED on phone will be Green.
Wait till you see the files start to load into the phone on the flashtool window>then let go of the button
the uptodate stock rom is now being loaded, there is nothing more to do than wait.
Only disconnect the cable from the phone when flashtool tells you, then start the phone takes a little while first time.set up your friends phone for him, and be careful next time and read about what you want to do first before you try it.
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stock 4.0.4 from sony
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TheHaso said:
Why fuk up friends phone if you dont know what youre doing or how to revert?
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pff im a dev but totally confused in this part
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DQiB said:
stock 4.0.4 from sony
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Look in this thread :-
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792 3rd post
and select the file for your device to go back to stock 404 it will be a 4.1.B.0.431 file

[Q] Arc S got stucked on sony logo

Hello everybody,
Let me tell you what happened with my arc s. Few days ago i tried to install Xperia Ice Bean 4.2 on my Xperia Arc S. I was successful to do so. My cell phone was far more better than ICS 4.0.3. Yesterday i found new version of Ice Bean 4.3 and i tried to install it.What i did was i just followed the update process posted on http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1863036&page=2 . I downloaded the ROM file copied it to my SD and installed the ROM. It said installation was complete. And i tried to reboot, and then i got stucked with sony logo. I totally don't know what to do as my phone doesn't gets detected by PC. My arc is locked one. So if anyone of you know the fix for this problem, please help me.
Use the official 4.0.4 ICS ftf using flashtool..
N always remember to take backup in CWM before flashing anything..
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mandarjoshiin said:
Use the official 4.0.4 ICS ftf using flashtool..
N always remember to take backup in CWM before flashing anything..
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Thank you for replying. Can you please tell me where can i find ftf for my arc s how to use flash tool. I do have flash tool but when i plug my usb, flashboot doesn't show my device and my arc s automatically starts up and gets stuck with sony logo.
In general
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In general
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Can i get the link for LT18i 4.1.A.0.562 ftf ? I searched in General but was unable to find it.
akamurdera said:
Can i get the link for LT18i 4.1.A.0.562 ftf ? I searched in General but was unable to find it.
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Use search engines to search - LT18i 4.1.A.0.562 ftf
Hmm i found 1 ftf file but it is only of like 5mb. I think i need whole ROM to restore right? Also i need brief details on how to fix my problem.
akamurdera said:
Also i need brief details on how to fix my problem.
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I see many at the link I posted. Read the first link in my sig.
akamurdera said:
Hmm i found 1 ftf file but it is only of like 5mb. I think i need whole ROM to restore right? Also i need brief details on how to fix my problem.
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Bro, can u plz search carefully? Its all available there...
Download d ftf file,
download d latest version of flashtool,
Make sure u hv the drivers installed on your pc.
Switch off ur cell, open flashtool on pc drag drop d ftf file.
Don't forget to Select No Final Verification checkbox.
Click ok, wait for the flash to start.
It will ask to connect ur cell in flash mode( by pressing the back button )
Flash will start, let it get completed.
Restart the cell.. U will be back on stock ICS.
N plz henceforth search with ur eyes open..
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mandarjoshiin said:
Bro, can u plz search carefully? Its all available there...
Download d ftf file,
download d latest version of flashtool,
Make sure u hv the drivers installed on your pc.
Switch off ur cell, open flashtool on pc drag drop d ftf file.
Don't forget to Select No Final Verification checkbox.
Click ok, wait for the flash to start.
It will ask to connect ur cell in flash mode( by pressing the back button )
Flash will start, let it get completed.
Restart the cell.. U will be back on stock ICS.
N plz henceforth search with ur eyes open..
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Yes i did like what you said, i downloaded ftf file from the link given from xda forum. But when i try i to use flashtool i have this error
02/044/2013 22:44:10 - INFO - Selected LT18i_4.1.A.0.562_(1254-3517).ftf
02/044/2013 22:44:10 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
02/044/2013 22:44:11 - ERROR - Error preparing files
Now i don't know what to do. My flashtool version is 0.9.9.0.
same problem with me guys..
when i start flash tool it shows : device disconnected
mandarjoshiin said:
Bro, can u plz search carefully? Its all available there...
Download d ftf file,
download d latest version of flashtool,
Make sure u hv the drivers installed on your pc.
Switch off ur cell, open flashtool on pc drag drop d ftf file.
Don't forget to Select No Final Verification checkbox.
Click ok, wait for the flash to start.
It will ask to connect ur cell in flash mode( by pressing the back button )
Flash will start, let it get completed.
Restart the cell.. U will be back on stock ICS.
N plz henceforth search with ur eyes open..
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I have done all that you listed above but my phone doesn't go past the connection step. It sees my connected phone in fastboot but nothing else happens.
btw my phone is only showing the Sony Logo after a failed attempt to load a custom Rom.
phone is a Xepira Arc S. was Rooted and Unlocked Bootloader...
please help.
When screen states device connected in flashmode ,Click the lightning icon again and you'll come back to earlier page.Now reclick No verification and press OK again.The unplug pluggin visual will pop up again but this time do not do anything and let it follow thru.It will start flashing automatically.
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[Q] Please Help xperia acting odd

ok so tonight i decided to unlock my xperia play's bootloader i followed the guide on sony's website. and all went ok.
But after restarting it froze after the boot animation and won't fully boot. But if i press vol up or down the phone makes sounds as if its booted please help or my parents will kill me.:crying:
It also wont boot into recovery no matter what i press or do
Flash stock firmware with flashtool.
Or flash custom kernel and custom rom.
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but cant you only use flashtool when the phone is on.
Also lupus is the kernel i want to flash.
is there a way to use flashtool with the phone off?
Also is lupus compatable with CM10
Hold down search button while plugging phone in you will get into fastboot mode then choose fastboot mode press select kernel to flash and select kernel and done. If you want to unbrick or return to stock download a ftf file for your phone and move it to flashtool folder then firmwares then go to flashtool then press flashmode then select ftf file then follow instructions and this should help
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FaiselW said:
Hold down search button while plugging phone in you will get into fastboot mode then choose fastboot mode press select kernel to flash and select kernel and done. If you want to unbrick or return to stock download a ftf file for your phone and move it to flashtool folder then firmwares then go to flashtool then press flashmode then select ftf file then follow instructions and this should help
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ok thanks il try in the morning
Forget using sony method it is complicated use flashtool press bl on flashtool and follow instruction to unlock or relock bootloader
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FaiselW said:
Forget using sony method it is complicated use flashtool press bl on flashtool and follow instruction to unlocklock or relock bootloader
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ok btw i tried pc companion restore and i got an error :\
Don't use pc companion use the flashtool method I said and if you are having errors with pc companion relock your bootloader ONLY WITH STOCK ROM and I prefer sony update service. pc companion take 30 min to update phone update service takes 5 min
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Last thing guys could someone link me official xperia play firmware and tell me what to click in flashtool. sorry i have only ever used odin for my old s2
FaiselW said:
Don't use pc companion use the flashtool method I said and if you are having errors with pc companion relock your bootloader ONLY WITH STOCK ROM and I prefer sony update service. pc companion take 30 min to update phone update service takes 5 min
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i know unlocking the bootloader didnt cause sony companion to fail i deleted all the software in the "safe list" of bloatware to delete to get more space and one of them was update services.
Thats why i really want to install CM 10
SamzWorldOfMusic said:
i know unlocking the bootloader didnt cause sony companion to fail i deleted all the software in the "safe list" of bloatware to delete to get more space and one of them was update services.
Thats why i really want to install CM 10
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When you unlock bootloader PC companion update don't work anymore. Forget about using it as repair software
As i said in first reply:
-power off your phone (removing battery will do the trick)
-hold back button and connect usb cable to Play
-flash stock frimware with flashtool (tutorial how to use it is at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054486
(read on if you want custom kernel/ROM)
-download ROM you want to use and place it in SD Card
-power off your phone
-hold search and connect usb cable to Play
-in flashtool, click on lighting icon, choose fastboot mode and select kernel you want to flash
-remove usb cable
-power on phone, and phone vibrate press volume down key (Volume down is for CWR, volume up is for TWRP recovery in lupus kernel, for doomlord kernel is back button)
-format system and data from recovery
-choose "install zip from sdcard" and choose ROM that you put in sc card
Keep in mind that kernel must match rom you are instaling. JB kernel for JB roms, ICS kernels for ics roms, GB kernel for GB roms
List of roms and firmwares you can find at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2184897
half sucsessful
ok so i used flashtool to install lupus cm9 kernal then i booted into recovery and installed the cm9 zip from cyanogenmod website
but when i rebooted it it came up with the cyanogenmod 9 boot animation but once again IT WONT BOOT its been doing it for 15mins maybe unlocking bootloader did cause damage is there anyway to fix
Reflash stock rom and try again
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FaiselW said:
Reflash stock rom and try again
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but where can i find official rom and kernal
SamzWorldOfMusic said:
but where can i find official rom and kernal
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Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43935357
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raminta said:
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43935357
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ok i found the stock rom on that fourm.
But i cant see any stock kernals there all custom?
SamzWorldOfMusic said:
ok i found the stock rom on that fourm.
But i cant see any stock kernals there all custom?
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Just flash the stock ftf it have the stock kernel inside !!
nakuk21 said:
Just flash the stock ftf it have the stock kernel inside !!
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ok il try now
ok guys now im getting worried
i flashed the official uk firmware and now it dosent even get past the sony erricson text D:
is there anything else i can do or will i haft to tell my parents
Edit: IT BOOTED IT FING BOOTED AND IS WORKING ON STOCK ROM THANKS GUYS FOR EVERYTHING I CANT THANK YOU ALL ENOUGH THANKS ALL ROUND. now i know more about flashtool im gonna take up installing cm9
SamzWorldOfMusic said:
ok guys now im getting worried
i flashed the official uk firmware and now it dosent even get past the sony erricson text D:
is there anything else i can do or will i haft to tell my parents
Edit: IT BOOTED IT FING BOOTED AND IS WORKING ON STOCK ROM THANKS GUYS FOR EVERYTHING I CANT THANK YOU ALL ENOUGH THANKS ALL ROUND. now i know more about flashtool im gonna take up installing cm9
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Last thing i installed cm10/freexperia sucessfully after a while of tweeking

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