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Bricked my phone flashing

Hi,
Well I tried to flash the firmware on my xperia play and I bricked it and now it won't boot, I'm really a noob at this stuff so maybe someone can help me out.
My original firmware:
R800i
Current Android version: 2.3.3
Build version: 3.0.1.A.0.145
I tried to flash it and i got this error
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - Now unplug the device and power it on
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - Then go to application settings
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - turn on Unknown Sources and Debugging
I really don't know what to do now.
Cheers

Press back button when prompted, highlight all sin files
Sent from my R800i using XDA App

Good!, It's not just me who can't get it to work Someone help use plz

I had the same problem, installed companion and in update option you have a "restore" or " repair" link, after doing all the program said,the Xperia Play it booted again.
I had to do this several after several times, bue every time my Xperia Play booted again

Hey,
In Sony Ericsson PC Companion, I can't get pass the Battery thing,

Posibly your battery is under 50%

How would i no when i can't even boot it or anything?

@sonny788 If it's not rooted and/or you haven't unlocked your bootloader, then take it to an official SE repair shop and let them fix it. It's under warranty then.
You might try another pc/laptop to flash from or uninstall pc companion and flashtool and then reinstall it with all drivers again.
You could also redownload the ftf file or re-extract it.
Are you using version 0.2.9.1 beta of flashtool wich is afaik the only one supporting the xplay.
Regards Dousan...

dawilster said:
Hi,
Well I tried to flash the firmware on my xperia play and I bricked it and now it won't boot, I'm really a noob at this stuff so maybe someone can help me out.
My original firmware:
R800i
Current Android version: 2.3.3
Build version: 3.0.1.A.0.145
I tried to flash it and i got this error
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - Now unplug the device and power it on
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - Then go to application settings
24/029/2011 22:29:29 - INFO - turn on Unknown Sources and Debugging
I really don't know what to do now.
Cheers
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Install Sony Ericsson update service (SEUS) tool on your pc and follow all the instructions , it will flash ur generic Rom ...and ur play will be unbricked ....
Sent from my R800i using xda premium

arpit85 said:
Install Sony Ericsson update service (SEUS) tool on your pc and follow all the instructions , it will flash ur generic Rom ...and ur play will be unbricked ....
Sent from my R800i using xda premium
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I did that. "Says no software for this device or something"

Sonny788 said:
I did that. "Says no software for this device or something"
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Did it said your phone has latest software installed ??
Sent from my R800i using xda premium

Sonny788 said:
I did that. "Says no software for this device or something"
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You need to go to an option in SEUS that'll repair your phone and that should work. Can't remember the actual path to get there and i haven't got SEUS installed on my netbook nor do i have my phone (in for repair, will pick it up today).
Regards Dousan...

Dousan said:
You need to go to an option in SEUS that'll repair your phone and that should work. Can't remember the actual path to get there and i haven't got SEUS installed on my netbook nor do i have my phone (in for repair, will pick it up today).
Regards Dousan...
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I did all that using SEUS but it says no software for this device or something

Sonny788 said:
I did all that using SEUS but it says no software for this device or something
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What does it say exactly. you can not be helped if you are not clear about what the problem is.

Azeazezar said:
What does it say exactly. you can not be helped if you are not clear about what the problem is.
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LIke i said, No Software for this device

got the same problem.
got one firmware to boot up but I get low on space issue. 380mb used? wtf!
relocked my bootloader to try my luck with SEUS but no dice. is says while flashing "error ect2"
anyone got a solution to this?

you could try watonserver afaik it's free you just have to sign up, that might fix it for you?
Regards Dousan...

[Q] A few questions about MK16, Roms, etc.

Sorry, I know this is the arc forum, but as there is no mk16 forum, I saw that usually people post pro development's in arc's forums.
I bought an used mk16 with the 4.0.1.a.0.283 firm, and the bootloader unlockable as explained in this link the SE website.
I installed Android SDK, JDK, PC companion, etc. I was unable to install the fastboot drivers until I found someones in SE website and now it seems to be OK (blue light if I connect the phone (turned off) to the computer while holding menu key)
After that, I configured my phone to enable USB debugging. Then I installed flashtool, and I tried to root the phone with it. It worked! (I didn't expect it to work, because I saw a few post with scripts, etc. to root the phone...)
So...
- Now I am with that firmware, rooted. Wich rootable firmware do you recommend me to flash to my phone? I always loved cyanogenmod, but I don't know if there is problems with the freexperia releases (like bad quality in camera picture, low volume, etc.)
- What is the baseband? I have one ending in 49.
- What are the requirements to install clockworkmod recovery? I love this recovery to do my nand backups, etc. Do i need to unlock bootloader to this? Is there any chance to lock again the bootloader? You know, for warranty things.
- Do you have ny list of what apks are secure to erase from /system/app? For example, I don need the moxier pro, let's golf, etc.
I suppose that those questions have been answered before, but without the mk16 forum, searching that info is quite impossible...
Thanks in advance.
Search keywords: mk16 mk16i bootloader flashtool wotan

khodos said:
Sorry, I know this is the arc forum, but as there is no mk16 forum, I saw that usually people post pro development's in arc's forums.
I bought an used mk16 with the 4.0.1.a.0.283 firm, and the bootloader unlockable as explained in this link the SE website.
I installed Android SDK, JDK, PC companion, etc. I was unable to install the fastboot drivers until I found someones in SE website and now it seems to be OK (blue light if I connect the phone (turned off) to the computer while holding menu key)
After that, I configured my phone to enable USB debugging. Then I installed flashtool, and I tried to root the phone with it. It worked! (I didn't expect it to work, because I saw a few post with scripts, etc. to root the phone...)
So...
- Now I am with that firmware, rooted. Wich rootable firmware do you recommend me to flash to my phone? I always loved cyanogenmod, but I don't know if there is problems with the freexperia releases (like bad quality in camera picture, low volume, etc.)
- What is the baseband? I have one ending in 49.
- What are the requirements to install clockworkmod recovery? I love this recovery to do my nand backups, etc. Do i need to unlock bootloader to this? Is there any chance to lock again the bootloader? You know, for warranty things.
- Do you have ny list of what apks are secure to erase from /system/app? For example, I don need the moxier pro, let's golf, etc.
I suppose that those questions have been answered before, but without the mk16 forum, searching that info is quite impossible...
Thanks in advance.
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Xperia Pro has a very few roms for now.The famous CM7 & CM9 are available for Xperia Pro.I guess,MIUI is also available(not sure).But,You must unlock your bootloader in order to install these roms.Rooted phone is not enough to install these roms.Atleast not yet. And rest assured,there is not drawback regarding camera and volume.Different users have different taste,many like it and many dont.But the fact is they are closely equal.
Basebands are well explained by a XDA member in the following post,please do take a look at it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1462360
For CWM, you only need a rooted phone.And the easiest way to install CWM on locked-bootloader Xperia 2011 device is by using this beautiful app from the following link.Go check it out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1437840
For relocking bootloader,i haven't come across any thread which claims to relock Xperia Pro's bootloader.But yes,relocking Xperia Arc's bootloader is poosible.You can give it a try but I'm not sure if it would work on Xperia Pro or not.Here is the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335&highlight=relock
Here again,we have a the list of system apks with their descriptions for Xperia Arc's firmware.I assume that the Xperia Pro Has Almost the same System Apks with it so the list for Xperia Arc would also imply for Xperia Pro as well.Here is the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1089470
PS: Welcome To XDA

Thank you very much for all that information and the wellcome.
I can execute commands like "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version" or "fastboot.exe devices" while in fastboot mode, so I assume that's OK.
But in the SE website they are very insistent about voiding warranty depending of blablabla. My phone is an unlocked (SIM free) from fabric one. I understand it will void the warranty if the phone would be form Vodafone (for example), but not mine... Do you know anything about this?
Do you recommend me any official rom? maybe the .42 one?
Now I have clear everything about the baseband, thanks.
That CWM apps you linked say to me (downloades form market) that MK16i is not supported by the app
I will take a look at that APK list, but first I want to be able do a NAND backup before starting to remove apks
Thanks again.

khodos said:
Thank you very much for all that information and the wellcome.
I can execute commands like "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version" or "fastboot.exe devices" while in fastboot mode, so I assume that's OK.
But in the SE website they are very insistent about voiding warranty depending of blablabla. My phone is an unlocked (SIM free) from fabric one. I understand it will void the warranty if the phone would be form Vodafone (for example), but not mine... Do you know anything about this?
Do you recommend me any official rom? maybe the .42 one?
Now I have clear everything about the baseband, thanks.
That CWM apps you linked say to me (downloades form market) that MK16i is not supported by the app
I will take a look at that APK list, but first I want to be able do a NAND backup before starting to remove apks
Thanks again.
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See, Unlocked phone means the phone is SIM free,i.e you can use any carrier SIM in your phone.But, Unlocked-Bootloader is a different thing.When you unlock bootloader,then you are free to flash any ROM which is compatible with your phone.Unlocking Bootloader voids warranty and that is what the SE website is trying to say.
I would recommend you to update your phone to the official .42 fimware version because it has many new features when compared to .283 ROM.Use SE update service or PC Companion for updating your phone.
And about cwm..try this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302037&highlight=cwm

Thx again
I know the diff between sim locked and bootloader looked. It's just that I don't understand why they let you unlock the bootloader, but don't keep the warranty...
I have unlocked the bootloader right now. Didn't know that it wipes all your configuration, apps, etc! At least, it's still rooted.
I have installed that CWM, and booted to it, but now I don't know what combination do I have to press to boot again into CWM XD Maybe is an image to boot just one time?
And about the ROM you recommend, PC Companion offers me the .62, not the .42. SE Update Service tells me that I have modified software (because of the rooting, I suppose) so it can't update my phone. Any idea?
Thanks again

khodos said:
Thx again
I know the diff between sim locked and bootloader looked. It's just that I don't understand why they let you unlock the bootloader, but don't keep the warranty...
I have unlocked the bootloader right now. Didn't know that it wipes all your configuration, apps, etc! At least, it's still rooted.
And about the ROM you recommend, PC Companion offers me the .62, not the .42. SE Update Service tells me that I have modified software (because of the rooting, I suppose) so it can't update my phone. Any idea?
Thanks again
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Now that you have unlocked-bootloader, then you must not use SE update service,niether PC Companion Update nor SE OTA updates !! If you do,then it will brick your phone.
The other option you have is to flash a firmware.For more details follow this link http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-pro-mk16/unlock-tool/debranding-flash

Thx!
I edited my previous post with this:
I have installed that CWM, and booted to it, but now I don't know what combination do I have to press to boot again into CWM XD Taking a look at the commands executed in the bat, maybe is an image to boot just one time?
Thanks about the wotan link. Really easy to flash. Now I'm in .42. Do you know where can I find the firmware changelogs?
I'll take a second look to flashtool, because I'm going to need it to flash the CM 7.2 and the baseband...
Thanks again.

khodos said:
Thx!
I edited my previous post with this:
I have installed that CWM, and booted to it, but now I don't know what combination do I have to press to boot again into CWM XD Taking a look at the commands executed in the bat, maybe is an image to boot just one time?
Thanks about the wotan link. Really easy to flash. Now I'm in .42. Do you know where can I find the firmware changelogs?
I'll take a second look to flashtool, because I'm going to need it to flash the CM 7.2 and the baseband...
Thanks again.
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Search in this forum and you can find the changelog
Have fun.
Sent from my LT18i using XDA

QUESTION
AFTER OPENING THE BOOTLOADER
I CAN FLASH THE ROM AN OFFICIAL FTF?

PANCHOMATASANO said:
AFTER OPENING THE BOOTLOADER
I CAN FLASH THE ROM AN OFFICIAL FTF?
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Yea sure..
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khodos said:
Thx!
I edited my previous post with this:
I have installed that CWM, and booted to it, but now I don't know what combination do I have to press to boot again into CWM XD Taking a look at the commands executed in the bat, maybe is an image to boot just one time?
Thanks about the wotan link. Really easy to flash. Now I'm in .42. Do you know where can I find the firmware changelogs?
I'll take a second look to flashtool, because I'm going to need it to flash the CM 7.2 and the baseband...
Thanks again.
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Well if u wan a permantent CWM based recovery and u r using any stock or stock based ROM use this kernel.. flash it using fastboot..
http://www.mediafire.com/?m4f43973m3vxybs

PANCHOMATASANO said:
AFTER OPENING THE BOOTLOADER
I CAN FLASH THE ROM AN OFFICIAL FTF?
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If you just need to flash an official firmware, then there is no need to unlock the bootloader. I was advised not to unlock it when not necessary (for example to flash the phone with some custom ROM like CM). Because with locked bootloader you should not be able to brick the phone and you could be always able to save the situation using Sony PC Companion.
So if you need to flash an official firmware, you can do it without any unlocking via Wotanserver. The firmware flashing is free, just register there. The flashing is very easy - there is a graphic wizard which tells you what to do.
EDIT: Ooops, flashing FW using Wotanserver is no longer free - costs 2 EUR now. Few weeks ago I flashed my phone there for free...

[Q] information

Hi . I am using a xperia play r800a rogers and it says my boot loader can not be unlocked. is there a way around that for rooting my phone. Please help. I tired of loosing all my game data and would like to be able to use tititum backup.

Hi.
I rooted my play this morning using the information from the link below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320350
If the utility doesn't do anything after it says "waiting for device" you might be missing some drivers.
To get the correct drivers installed on my pc I had to install Sony PC Companion first - make sure you opt to install the MTP drivers as well and it should be ok then.
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/

Hi camsurf,
From my experience, rooting and bootloader are entirely different. Essentially consider rooting to be 'admin rights' for your phone. You can run things you shouldn't be able to, etc, from within the 'Operating System'.
Bootloading is essentially changing the 'Operating System' entirely.
I've used SuperOneClick to root my device a few times. Very straightforward and easy to use. The only issue I've had is when I stupidly didn't enable USB Debugging in the settings.
Also your bootloader can be unlocked, but it requires payment to do so, and a little work from your end in most cases.

ok......
im runing version 2.3.4
build number 4.0.2.A.0.42 (does this matter)
make sure u have installed adb drivers for ur device (whats this and where do i find them
chipowski, the link you game me does not work for r800a but thanks or the help.
To get the correct drivers installed on my pc I had to install Sony PC Companion first - make sure you opt to install the MTP drivers as well and it should be ok then.
I have PC companion already installed on my pc. should i uninstall it and then reinstall opting out on the mtp (?) drivers.
these are the pages i found.
thanks guys
how do i "thank" you guys where do i click

Hi,
Sorry didn't realise my model version is different - mine is the R800i.
I am on the same build and os as yours though if that's any use.
For the ADB driver I found this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1510241
which says to download and install this:
http://junefabrics.com/android/download.php
I've just installed this and now on device manager I can see "Android ADB Interface" under "Android Phone".
If you do this I don't think you need to worry about the MTP stuff I mentioned before.

yay
ok i rooted my phone using this
zergrush
works great. but i have a couple of questions.
clockwork mod i cant get that for some reason. i tried to use rom manager but when i go to flash my phone it says not supported. nandroid i cant get that either. do i need that.
im using wotanserver if i need to restore my phone . is that correct.
thanks guys

[Q] Went from Gingerbread to ICS 4.0.4 -Issues! Help?

Hey guys,
Been a long time creeper of these forums, haven't gotten myself stumped until now so I figured I would request some help from the guru's. And yes, before making this thread, I have been searching for about 3 days straight trying everything I possibly can.
Current settings/specs:
Phone: Xperia Arc LT15i
Android Version: 4.0.4
Kernal version: 2.6.32.9-perf
[email protected] #1
Build number: 4.1.B.0.431
Bootloader is not unlocked
CWM not installed
Problem:
I went from an old custom rooted Gingerbread ROM directly to the new ICS 4.0.4 (4.1.B.0.431) using the latest version of Flashtool. Now that I have done that I am finding it impossible to get CWM installed, unlock my bootloader, root, or really do anything I need to get this done.
What I wanna do:
Ultimately my goal was to get this ROM installed MooDeD ICS 90.2 LRS Edition! If I cannot do that I at least would like to find a way to either downgrade to an older FW/Kernel and start "fresh" so I can take the proper steps to get that ROM installed OR at least find a way to root this version so I can get Titanium Backup working and re-install all of my apps.
While I am not a total noob when it comes to this stuff (I've modded several other phones and gotten ICS running on my HP Touchpad) I am thinking I am in over my head here. If you guys need anymore information from me please lemme know!
Thanks a ton everyone.

Hmm, so your main issue is that you can't root your phone.
What you need to do is download the 4.0.3 kernel (.562) which is rootable using DooMLorD's Rooting Toolkit. The 4.0.4 kernel is not rootable.
Either download the entire fw (.562) and flash just the kernel excluding everything else in Flashtool or just download the kernel alone. Root it and once that's done, flash back the 4.0.4 kernel. (You've already got it in the .431 fw. Just make sure you exclude everything other than the kernel). That's about it.
Once you've got root, you can install CWM by installing pvyParts's Xperia CWM Auto-Installer from the market. Titanium Backup should now work since you've got root.
And as long as you've not got a branded device, you can unlock your bootloader at any time via the official Sony route.

Thanks for the reply.
I tried doing what you recommended (flashing just the kernel for .562) and I get the following error:
30/057/2012 00:57:24 - INFO - Selected LT15i_4.1.A.0.562.ftf
30/057/2012 00:57:24 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
30/057/2012 00:57:31 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
30/057/2012 00:57:33 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
30/057/2012 00:57:33 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
30/057/2012 00:57:33 - INFO - Reading device information
30/057/2012 00:57:33 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
30/057/2012 00:57:34 - INFO - Start Flashing
30/057/2012 00:57:34 - INFO - Flashing loader
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - INFO - Loader : S1_Loader_Root_773f - Version : R4A066 / Bootloader status : NOT_ROOTABLE
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - INFO - Disabling final data verification check
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - INFO - Flashing kernel.sin
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - INFO - Ending flash session
30/057/2012 00:57:36 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CLASS="SECURITY_CLASS";ERR_STATIC="SIN_HEAD_VER";ERR_DYNAMIC="Failed to verify sin header";
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Is that because I am just using a bad .ftf file, or is it something else? Is there a particular download you would recommend (whether it would be just the kernel or the whole fw). Something I did notice when I'm doing the Firmware Selection in Flashtool under 'branding' it just shows up as a bunch of squares, not sure if that means anything.
Thanks again!

Make sure you tick/check the No Final Verification box.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2

xtacy! said:
Make sure you tick/check the No Final Verification box.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
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Double checked and it was ticked. Basically everything is ticked except for 'exclude kernel'.

dude only tick no verification box..untick everything else

arpith.fbi said:
dude only tick no verification box..untick everything else
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Even if I am just trying to just downgrade the kernel alone?

So I have been playing with a few options and can't seem to get past this error, does anyone have any suggestions as to what should/shouldn't be checked if I only want to flash the kernel, or do I have to flash the whole FW?

You have a problem with sin header.
I suspect the file was damaged ( maybe in the download) or the bundle creation wasn't done successfully.
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium

OverLo4d said:
You have a problem with sin header.
I suspect the file was damaged ( maybe in the download) or the bundle creation wasn't done successfully.
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium
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I have tried downloading a few different ftf files but they all seem to do it. I'm currently downloading one called LT18_4.1.A.0.562_NCB, was debating trying that one. I assume it doesn't matter that I have a LT15i (based off what I have read). Do you have any suggestions?
Thanks again

Hey everyone,
So some great news, I got it rooted! Wouldn't have been able to do it without all the above help.
In case anyone ever has a similar problem I will explain. What I ended up doing was downloaded a different .ftf file, the exact one was called 'LT18_4.1.A.0.562_NCB.ftf'. I then flashed just the kernel (unchecked wipe data and cache, excluded everything but kernel, and of course checked no final verification)
Once I did that basically all I did was follow the steps in this video.
After I did that and had it rooted (yay!) I did what xtacy mentioned and installed pvyParts's Xperia CWM Auto-Installer from the market to get CWM running, and that's it!
I assume now I am good to go and install MooDeD ICS 90.2?
Once again, thanks you guys!

Jay_42 said:
Hey everyone,
So some great news, I got it rooted! Wouldn't have been able to do it without all the above help.
In case anyone ever has a similar problem I will explain. What I ended up doing was downloaded a different .ftf file, the exact one was called 'LT18_4.1.A.0.562_NCB.ftf'. I then flashed just the kernel (unchecked wipe data and cache, excluded everything but kernel, and of course checked no final verification)
Once I did that basically all I did was follow the steps in this video.
After I did that and had it rooted (yay!) I did what xtacy mentioned and installed pvyParts's Xperia CWM Auto-Installer from the market to get CWM running, and that's it!
I assume now I am good to go and install MooDeD ICS 90.2?
Once again, thanks you guys!
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Hi !
Glad you got it working though i visit this topic for the first time. Wish i could help sooner.
Anyway, i did also the same by flashing an Arc S ftf (LT18i) on the Arc (LT15i).
So far i didn't experience any serious issues except maybe the fact sometimes, my phone requires me to reboot itself. It happens once every 2-3 weeks on average. It's confusing at first but i got used to it.
Actually i also use an LT18i as workphone and i don't have the same reboot message as for the LT15i.
I don't know if the following can help but i would discourage to upgrade to .431 and remain in .562 if you like modding your phone. When I flashed to .431, the Xperia S Power Widget i had modded to .562 didn't work properly and brought some notification bar vanishing symptoms for some 20 seconds or so. This, for me, was unacceptable. Therefore i came back to 4.0.3 in .562 for both devices.
If this can help any reader ...

Stuck in bootloop, Can't unlock bootloader

Hi all, I have an xperia play R800i that somehow bricked itself when i factory resetted it, Now it wont go past the sony erricson logo.
I've tried to flash a new rom onto it but it says the following:
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Current device : R800i - CB5A1GQ0WJ - 1247-6195_R3D - 1245-8821_4.0.2.A.0.42 - WORLD-1-8_4.0.2.A.0.42
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Closing TA partition
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Start Flashing
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Checking header
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
26/018/2015 11:18:49 - INFO - Ending flash session
When trying to unlock the bootloader via flashtool it also says my devices bootloader can't be unlocked with the same loader.sin error
I'm at a loss and way in over my head with this, hope someone can help

to add, PC companion says There are no updates available. I'm really stuck here

Have you tried flashing stock? What options do you tick in flashtool
https://youtu.be/T7uJ_ylow3k my awesome youtube channel so many vids! 237 to be exact

psxpetey said:
Have you tried flashing stock? What options do you tick in flashtool
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Hi, thanks for your reply. I've tried stock as well as custom firmwares, all the same issue. I bought this phone from aliexpress(chinese product website) so I put the issues im having down to that, although it's displayed as R800i.
in flashtool, I read somewhere to tick "disable final verification" but I had no luck. I haven't changed anything else in my attempts except for wiping userdata and cache.
I'm at the point now where I'm going to contact the aliexpress supplier, hopefully I can get more insight to this and perhaps find the correct firmware

blackpaperweight said:
Hi, thanks for your reply. I've tried stock as well as custom firmwares, all the same issue. I bought this phone from aliexpress(chinese product website) so I put the issues im having down to that, although it's displayed as R800i.
in flashtool, I read somewhere to tick "disable final verification" but I had no luck. I haven't changed anything else in my attempts except for wiping userdata and cache.
I'm at the point now where I'm going to contact the aliexpress supplier, hopefully I can get more insight to this and perhaps find the correct firmware
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Try with some older version of Flashtool. Some users reporter similar problem, but i can't recall which older version is working properly. I personally use v0.9.10.1 (it worked for so long, so there was no need for me to update)

as the user above me said, try the "previous version" on the flashtool website..i had the same problem, the latest version didn't work on my xplays, the previous version did. also, are you able to enter flashmode (or fastboot, but if i understand correctly your bl isn't unlocked)?have you tried to flash a ftf with recovery and flash the rom from there?

If you didn't unlocked bootloader, try to use Sony PC Companion to "reflash".

Bakisha said:
Try with some older version of Flashtool. Some users reporter similar problem, but i can't recall which older version is working properly. I personally use v0.9.10.1 (it worked for so long, so there was no need for me to update)
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I can affirm , that here with Sony Xperia Play r800i, I could not flash a stock ROM with the latest version of FlashTool, but I could do so with the 0.9.18.4 version (and older).