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[Q] how do i start my arc s in safemode?!

Hi people,
want to start my arc s in safe mode but don't know how.
because i want to instal a custom ROM.
Can some one tell me how to do that pls!!!

safe mode?do you mean recovery?need to flash it first,the boot.img file,always included in rom package
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rashid.fairus said:
safe mode?do you mean recovery?need to flash it first,the boot.img file,always included in rom package
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i think so i'm not sure.
i have dowloaded a root toolkit and al that stuf and copied to my arc s.

you should state your phone's status so all xda member can help..search and read all post here so you can get all info you want..
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Hoodmil said:
Hi people,
want to start my arc s in safe mode but don't know how.
because i want to instal a custom ROM.
Can some one tell me how to do that pls!!!
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1-turn Arc off
2-press power till it viberates then press and hold menu button.

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.

GamerUpToDate said:
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.

[Q] Want to root and install R800a, very lost.

Hi guys, as the title said, I want to root my new Xperia Play R800a, and I am very lost right now. Ultimately, my goal is to install Xperia NXT 2r1. I think that since I have the r800a version, I am not able unlock the bootloader, so I am ok with not having a custom kernel.
But the problem is, I'm totally lost right now. Could anyone show me a guide or something to what I'm supposed to do to start? That's all I'm asking.
What I HAVE done is downloaded everything they asked for me to download in the post, and have installed flashtools, but whenever I try flashing the firmware 4.0.2 enhanced, I am not able to do so. It is just stuck on a screen where it tells me to go to fastboot mode, but I go to fastboot mode, and for some reason it isn't recognized. (I know it's fastboot because the power button is glowing blue.) I think a driver might be installed incorrectly, but I'm not sure how to install it correctly after.
I'm sorry if my post isn't that helpful, I'll add any more information if you guys want me too.
Thanks in advance.

fishvtt said:
Hi guys, as the title said, I want to root my new Xperia Play R800a, and I am very lost right now. Ultimately, my goal is to install Xperia NXT 2r1. I think that since I have the r800a version, I am not able unlock the bootloader, so I am ok with not having a custom kernel.
But the problem is, I'm totally lost right now. Could anyone show me a guide or something to what I'm supposed to do to start? That's all I'm asking.
What I HAVE done is downloaded everything they asked for me to download in the post, and have installed flashtools, but whenever I try flashing the firmware 4.0.2 enhanced, I am not able to do so. It is just stuck on a screen where it tells me to go to fastboot mode, but I go to fastboot mode, and for some reason it isn't recognized. (I know it's fastboot because the power button is glowing blue.) I think a driver might be installed incorrectly, but I'm not sure how to install it correctly after.
I'm sorry if my post isn't that helpful, I'll add any more information if you guys want me too.
Thanks in advance.
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for flashing a firmware u should go to flashmode u should turn off the phone then press and hold back button and connect ur usb(the power button led should turn to green)

raminta said:
for flashing a firmware u should go to flashmode u should turn off the phone then press and hold back button and connect ur usb(the power button led should turn to green)
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Thank you, I actually did that right after. What's wrong now though, is that I got it flashed, but If i try to root it, nothing happens. I press the button and there is no response. Any solutions?
Thanks in advance.

fishvtt said:
Thank you, I actually did that right after. What's wrong now though, is that I got it flashed, but If i try to root it, nothing happens. I press the button and there is no response. Any solutions?
Thanks in advance.
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Maybe the firmware is the problem
Which version did u flash???
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raminta said:
Maybe the firmware is the problem
Which version did u flash???
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Sorry for the late response -
I flashed Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.58 Enhanced, the one that they told me to flash in the guide.
I did notice however, that it said that it was for r800i. I just assumed it was universal. Is there a specific firmware I should be flashing for r800a?

fishvtt said:
Sorry for the late response -
I flashed Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.58 Enhanced, the one that they told me to flash in the guide.
I did notice however, that it said that it was for r800i. I just assumed it was universal. Is there a specific firmware I should be flashing for r800a?
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Yes u can find it here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40288690
At "official firmwares -> R800a"
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raminta said:
Yes u can find it here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40288690
At "official firmwares -> R800a"
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Thanks for the response!
I went to that link and downloaded and flashed R800a_4.0.2.A.0.79.ftfwith vendor partition NEWEST FTF, but the same thing happens when I try to root. It's like the button is unresponsive. Is there a specific ftf I was supposed to flash?

Alright found out the problem. Apparently there are two versions of flashtool. One version doesn't work while the other does. I honestly don't know what the difference is. But for other people who might be facing the same problem, if your flashtool has only three icons, Flash, Root, and check for SU permissions I think (it looks like a key), then you have the wrong version. Your flashtool should have 7 icons.

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fishvtt said:
Sorry for the late response -
I flashed Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.58 Enhanced, the one that they told me to flash in the guide.
I did notice however, that it said that it was for r800i. I just assumed it was universal. Is there a specific firmware I should be flashing for r800a?
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The R800a/at and the R800i have the same hardware all around

SubjectSigma said:
The R800a/at and the R800i have the same hardware all around
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Oh yes, I found that out a bit later. The problem was lying in the flashtools I was using. Once I got the right flashtools, I reflashed the previous firmware rooted it, installed the rom, and it all worked perfectly.

[stock] [ftf] [4.3] [c6502] [india] [10.4.b.0.569]

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8hAoiy5gSGVWi1uY1JHZ3oyNk0/edit?usp=sharing

Official ChangeLog
User Interface optimization and smoother graphical experience
New SONY User Interface with new Home Screen Look & Feel
SONY's smart Social Camera and downloadable camera apps
New version battery STAMINA Mode for prolonging battery life
Latest Security enhancements from android 4.3

thanks dude now i will root my divice.

what would be best method to root the 4.3 update?

How do I install it. Mine is rooted but locked phone. It will erase everything from my phone right
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sid3091 said:
what would be best method to root the 4.3 update?
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Sorry even I couldn't find a way to root it yet
Will let you know if anything working

hem.acharya said:
How do I install it. Mine is rooted but locked phone. It will erase everything from my phone right
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Yes it will definitely erase everything
Even your root will be lost
Just simply flash the ftf file in flashmode using flastool
I would recommend to go for the update if root is not that important for you
Becoz the phone is now hell lot smooth and fast :thumbup:

Help!!!`
Guys, if i update my phone using PC Companion, will my device get unrooted?

Kabeesh said:
Guys, if i update my phone using PC Companion, will my device get unrooted?
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yes

Any idea when we'll be able to get a root for this?

lovedonator said:
Any idea when we'll be able to get a root for this?
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NO
Sorry I m not a developer so cant say
Will let you know If i get anything working

sanjulgupta said:
NO
Sorry I m not a developer so cant say
Will let you know If i get anything working
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OK. Thanks for the reply.:good:

sanjulgupta said:
NO
Sorry I m not a developer so cant say
Will let you know If i get anything working
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Cant use this method anymore?
[GUIDE] [ROOT] Xperia ZL .2.67 fw using DooMLoRD Rooting Kit
Flash only the kernel.sin & loader.sin from older .423ftf package using FlashTool
Uncheck all wipe options
Check all exclude option EXCEPT Exclude Kernel
Now flash this using flashtool
Reboot the device and make sure USB Debugging & Unknown Sources are allowed in settings
Now root using the latest DoomLord Kit v18 (No other version of kit will work)
Turn Off the Device and put in Flash Mode (Press Volume Down while attaching usb cable)
Now open the latest .569 ftf (from here that you upload) package and repeat the check and uncheck process as earlier
Flash only the Kernel.sin & Loader.sin
Reboot the Device
Done !!
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Above method no more working?

Hi, can anyone please upload fm radio app and remote control app from this rom....
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I was asking whether u can share this file to my google drive cause I cant download it right now
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Any update way to.root this 4.3 version.
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arpitruia said:
Any update way to.root this 4.3 version.
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u can try unlocking your bootloader, root it then relock it
i successfully rooted taking help from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2583805

My phone just went dead!!!!!!!!! Doesn't boot, no charge light. Nothing...... HELP ANYONE
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Resued it, but when I flash .423 kernel, my phone gets stuck on the boot "Sony" screen. Any idea why that is??

[Q] Sony xperia M CM11 imei unknown baseband unknown

hello ,
today i unlocked my bootloader got cwm and flashed CM11 but after this al was done i had 2 major problems. I have a xperia M c1905
1. when i first booted he didnt ask for my PIN to unlock my SIM and i had no service and i cant call or sent any sms , so i start searching for apps that could cause it but i could'nt find anything so i looked in setting and then i found that my imei is unknown and my baseband also
2. when my phone gets in stand-by i cant unlock my screen unless i pull my battery
EDIT: i think ive solved the 2nd problem i changed the way to unlock
is there anything i can do?
greets

Try flashing the stock firmware again and see if everything works again. If it does, flash cm again and see if there r any changes. If flashing stock firmware doesn't helo, then you probably messed up somewhere really bad in unlocking or flashing. In that case, i think itsvpermanent. Im not an expert at all in this matter but i wanted to help a brother out. Good luck
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paper13579 said:
Try flashing the stock firmware again and see if everything works again. If it does, flash cm again and see if there r any changes. If flashing stock firmware doesn't helo, then you probably messed up somewhere really bad in unlocking or flashing. In that case, i think itsvpermanent. Im not an expert at all in this matter but i wanted to help a brother out. Good luck
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thanks i will try it , u have any idea wher i fibnd a stock rom? and can i flash it in cwm?

iScOpEyOuModz said:
thanks i will try it , u have any idea wher i fibnd a stock rom? and can i flash it in cwm?
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To get the firmware here is the link:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7wdGoA4WPZAY01EMG0xX1RSWmM/preview?pli=1
To install it on your phone this is what you need to do:
Download the required ftf, for u, its the 4.1.2 ftf. Place it in the firmware folder in the flashtool folders. Open flashtool. Click the lighting icon. Flashmode. Click on the firmware u want to flash. Press flash. Wait a while, while it prepares files. When it asks you to, turn off ur phone, press and hold the vol. Down button and insert the usb which is attached to the computer at the other end. Let it flash. When done, remove usb. Reboot phone.
Hope this helped:beer::screwy::beer::screwy:
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thanks
well i try it as soon as possible
but i readed on other forums that changing imei in *#*#3364663#*#* will work too but it wont open anymore...
or that my fts files are corrupted or something like that , can you confirm that?

you need to flash 4.3 not 4.1.2
for the latest cm 11 update (beta 4).you need to have the 4.3 update for baseband.
source : i installed cm11 beta 4 from 4.3 with no bugs