Hello users i am new to xda and want to root my phone but after some time i have noticed that i dont really have an possible option to do this.
My phone:
SONY Xperia S / Lt26i / 6.1.A.2.55 / Android 4.0.4 ICS / Locked Bootlader / Bootloader unlock allowed: no/
At the beginning i wanted to try the method from "Bin4ry" but it doesn't work with my stock firmware and with the cf too. (i think)
Please help me!
dominik07 said:
Hello users i am new to xda and want to root my phone but after some time i have noticed that i dont really have an possible option to do this.
My phone:
SONY Xperia S / Lt26i / 6.1.A.2.55 / Android 4.0.4 ICS / Locked Bootlader / Bootloader unlock allowed: no/
At the beginning i wanted to try the method from "Bin4ry" but it doesn't work with my stock firmware and with the cf too. (i think)
Please help me!
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Flash stock firmware like. 50 or. 45 using flashtool in flashmode.This is absolutely safe.Then root & flash cwm.After then flash kernel & baseband of. 55 and flash. 55 rom in cwm.
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Will it not work how they're rooting the new U firmware? Just use flashtool to flash kernel only of the older firmware. Root with binary, then use flashtool to flash kernel only of the latest firmware again?
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How i can do this?
RISHI RAJ said:
Flash stock firmware like. 50 or. 45 using flashtool in flashmode.This is absolutely safe.Then root & flash cwm.After then flash kernel & baseband of. 55 and flash. 55 rom in cwm.
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and what about the warranty? and i heard that flashing down/downgrading is only possible when you have a unlocked bootlader
you can use flashtool even if youre on locked bootloader.
Flashtool is fine for warranty etc as it's only flashing official sony files
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Thank you all for the answers but what i have to do now with the flashtool(i am a noob in android rooting but i am pro in psp hacking)
@RISHI RAJ
thank u for helping me but i dont understand your post cause i am a noob
It would be nice if some1 could post me here or some where else a guide to exactly this problem or thing
Yea!
I've rooted it so thank you very much for your help!
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hi i gust wanted to know about 4.0.2.a.0.62 arc s root
is there any way to root 4.0.2.a.0.62 devises ?
their is just unlock ur bootloader then ! im satisfied .58 il wait for ICS to come
or you can downgrade to .42, and root. I did the same thing, and removed few built in apps that I don't use, and every morning I get 200MB of free RAM, and in normal usage I get 170MB free RAM + the phone got a lot faster than it was on .62
But I dont want to unlock bootloader and lose the warranty and OTA update
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Downgrade to .42 build and root.
There are some root methods for .62, but idk. Just look and search.
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did, you get the over the air update, or did you use flashtool or wotan, i'm still on .42 and it won't give me the update
dp94 said:
Downgrade to .42 build and root.
There are some root methods for .62, but idk. Just look and search.
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But downgrade needs an unlocked bootloader right ?
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AwesomeAHlee said:
did, you get the over the air update, or did you use flashtool or wotan, i'm still on .42 and it won't give me the update
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I don't know my device was pre upgrade to .62
I'm waiting for ICS OTA update
I recommend u not to update to.62
Due the root issue
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AwesomeAHlee said:
did, you get the over the air update, or did you use flashtool or wotan, i'm still on .42 and it won't give me the update
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use "Sony Ericsson PC Companion 2.0"..hit thanks button if this help u..
ghayath ameer said:
But downgrade needs an unlocked bootloader right ?
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I downgraded using Flashtools and didn't have to unlock my boot loader, just flash the system file, and the kernel file. and you will be fine
DeepUnknown said:
I downgraded using Flashtools and didn't have to unlock my boot loader, just flash the system file, and the kernel file. and you will be fine
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Aha .. Can u mention the way u did to downgrade
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ghayath ameer said:
Aha .. Can u mention the way u did to downgrade
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I did it just few minutes ago and no need unlock BL
1. Flash to 42 or 58 firmware by flashtool. I download from below linkhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1357841
2. Root ur phone by flashtool again.
U can change the CDA before use US or PCC then back to orginal 62 FW.
Cheers
PS.sorry my poor english
Solved
1. Unlock the Bootloader
2. Install Doomlord Stock Kernel 1.6 ( Pre rooted)
3. Install .62 stock Kernel from .ftf file (Root remains from Doomlord Stock Plus Kernel 1.6 even after installing .62 Rom kernel agian)
4. Re-lock the bootloader with the help of Flashtool.
5. You have Stock ROM rooted and with locked bootloader.
....Worked like Charm for me on my Arc s (LT18i, .62 ROM)
Hi,
I have a question.
Can I flash lt15i(arc) roms to lt18i(arc s)?If I flash lt15i roms may I expose oneself a problem?Can It(arc roms) work on my arc s?
And,I can not found arc s rom(.42 or .62).I had to flash old verison of rom.It is 4.0.1.A.268.
I want to upgrade to new version(.42)or better version.
Can anyone help me?
Excuse me (for my englhesh(englesh) ) ok english(I know it was bad joke )
BehnanBalaban said:
Hi,
I have a question.
Can I flash lt15i(arc) roms to lt18i(arc s)?If I flash lt15i roms may I expose oneself a problem?Can It(arc roms) work on my arc s?
And,I can not found arc s rom(.42 or .62).I had to flash old verison of rom.It is 4.0.1.A.268.
I want to upgrade to new version(.42)or better version.
Can anyone help me?
Excuse me (for my englhesh(englesh) ) ok english(I know it was bad joke )
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Download Arc S LT18i (4.0.2.a.0.62 Offical ROM) : http://www.mediafire.com/?6fs6iry9spv78mb
You can install Arc Rom on ARC S by some tweaks but it makes your ARC S slow as the default CPU speed in ARC is 1 Ghz and our ARC S is 1.4 ghz by default.
Download the .ftf file from the above link and install it through Flash Tool.
@jaipurwasi80 Thank for answer and help.
I think the problem(arc s as arc(cpu)) can fix with overlock and upgrade 1,6 or 2,0 ghz,cant it?
BehnanBalaban said:
@jaipurwasi80 Thank for answer and help.
I think the problem(arc s as arc(cpu)) can fix with overlock and upgrade 1,6 or 2,0 ghz,cant it?
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Yes you can Overclock and set the CPU speed at 1.4 ghz or more......If you like my comment please press Thanks button.
jaipurwasi80 said:
Yes you can Overclock and set the CPU speed at 1.4 ghz or more......If you like my comment please press Thanks button.
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Sorry but this file hasn't been worked and did error,my phone could brick,something has gone wrong,I think you should fix something or you can damage to some devices...
BehnanBalaban said:
Sorry but this file hasn't been worked and did error,my phone could brick,something has gone wrong,I think you should fix something or you can damage to some devices...
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I have used the same file for my Arc S( LT18i) and its worked fine for me along with the Latest Flash tool. I hope you are using the .ftf file in Flashtool and your phone in flashboot mode.
OR
Go to www.wotanserver.com and download its client on your PC to Install any Offical Sony Ericsson ROM. You need to make a free account on the site and while installing you can choose to install 4.0.2.a.0.62 offical ROM.
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jaipurwasi80 said:
I have used the same file for my Arc S( LT18i) and its worked fine for me along with the Latest Flash tool. I hope you are using the .ftf file in Flashtool and your phone in flashboot mode.
OR
Go to www.wotanserver.com and download its client on your PC to Install any Offical Sony Ericsson ROM. You need to make a free account on the site and while installing you can choose to install 4.0.2.a.0.62 offical ROM.
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BehnanBalaban said:
Sorry but this file hasn't been worked and did error,my phone could brick,something has gone wrong,I think you should fix something or you can damage to some devices...
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See this video to understand how Wotanserver work : www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQIw608rZfI
Hey guys! As the title states, Just trying to figure out a step-by-step way to upgrade my Arc to 4.0+ whilst having a LOCKED BOOTLOADER.
I am unable to unlock the bootloader and understand this causes quite a few problems.
I already "bricked" the phone once..had to repair it to get it back to stock again. I don't want to go through that again..
So, it would be greatly appreciated if someone could kindly direct me to, or outline here, a step-by-step guide to installing ICS on my Xperia Arc.
Thanks for all your time and help!
Use flashtool to flash the official ICS release.
sinkster said:
Use flashtool to flash the official ICS release.
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Hey thanks for the quick reply. Do I need to have root before upgrading? And also, do I need CWM recovery?
Can I just use flashtool to flash the ftf file?
Thanks again for the help. Much appreciated
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Just flash using flashtool, it flashes the kernel too. I think Binary has added a root file too.
sinkster©
There is an update you need to apply to flashtools if you have version .6 you need version .7 look in stickies for flashtools... Info in that thread.
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If your phone is Xperia Arc(LT 15i) I recommend you to wait the official update of ICS for arc, at this moment ICS is available for Arc S. I have Xperia Arc but i use a custom ICS rom with custom kernel, and bootloader unlocked.
Thanks everyone for the info.
My Xperia is LT15a, but I recently got it repaired and now it says LT18a instead. =S
Android 2.3.4
Baseband: 8x55A-AAABQOAZM-203028D-64
Kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf - [email protected] #1
Build Number: 4.0.2.A.0.62
Bootloader is Locked
Can I still upgrade?
Thanks again for your time and help!
SH31KH said:
My Xperia is LT15a, but I recently got it repaired and now it says LT18a instead. =S
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huh ? i do not understand... is it okay for the repair shop to do that ? . . . there are several h/w differences between last year's model and this year's model to 'require' the new internal s/w to properly talk to the new h/w ( drivers... )
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please correct me if i am wrong.
cant ROOT 4.0.2.A.0.62 r800i FW .. why?
is there any way to root it? thanks
I think after. 52 Sony made the firmware unrootable so you have to downgrade
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ahh
because i want to install and try The JokaWild ROM 'S.B .69 Tweaked ROM' FINAL (v3) RELEASED 23/04
how can i proceed if i cannot root it?
can i go with .48 FW? with this one?
help please
Yea you should be able to use the .58 firmware no problem pretty sure that was the last FW that was able to be rooted
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you can root every rom with this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1130639
playermty said:
you can root every rom with this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1130639
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Well if your bootloader is unlocked then just flash a custom kernel and be done with it they are all auto-root! That's assuming your bootloader is unlocked,, if not then .58 firmware is your best bet
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Hi guys, i have flashed LT18i 4.0.2.A.0.62 to my Arc S, it works fine but i Wanted to clear the bloatware so I need root for that.
I couldn't find any direct method (forund the one to downgrade o .42 then to root, but it's too much hassle), can it be done?
Also if easier and anyone knows which ROM i can flash with any Stock 2.3.4 without bloatware + CWM etc... i just don't like custom roms, as it
turns default works just fine for me.
So:
1. How to root stock LT18i 4.0.2.A.0.62
2. Link to pre rooted 2.3.4 (LT18i 4.0.2.A.0.62) stock kernel + cwm - bloatware
You can not root. 62 it is no hassle to use flashtools to flash The.42/.56 root then update ota ( only if bootloader Is locked otherwise you will brick your phone)
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Both answers easily found with Google.
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1. Found answer here without need to downgrade to .42:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1698984
2. Don't need it atm
@XperienceD You answer defeats the purpose of asking...
tomicdusan said:
@XperienceD You answer defeats the purpose of asking...
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To answer People need to do what you're perfectly capable of doing yourself, and should have done in the first place.
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tomicdusan said:
1. How to root stock LT18i 4.0.2.A.0.62
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Flash Doomlord kernel v22 (with corresponding Wi-Fi modules) and voila - you got root access!
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Hi im new here. i need an expert opinion. Using xda forum i've recently rooted my friends arc s. everything went well and the phone was successfully rooted. plan was to upgrade it to ice bean. I performed system reset but accidently didnt load the new software zip.
now all i see is sony logo. Is the phone now bricked?? Is there any solution to restore the phone. i would really appreciate some help for this problem...
thanks
Hasan
Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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FAdrums said:
Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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Correct!..use newest flashtool...
Tips: doing nandroid backup before doing anything
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That's the standard operating procedure to safeguard your android and that's what I like my xperia arc s over my galaxy tab.
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Thanks
Many thanks to all ov you... Does anybody has link to the newest flash tool? where can i find it?
Thanks!
hasan
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12223467
There you go!
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FAdrums said:
Just flash any 4.0.4 fw via flashtools!
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FAdrums said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12223467
There you go!
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one more thing. could you tell me how to flash 4.0.4 firmware ? just need an example.. and if possible kindly provide me with any firmware file to start with. this forum is just full of high tech stuff and im unable to find anything at this beginner stage... :silly:
Thanks a bunch!!!
muhammad.hasan said:
one more thing. could you tell me how to flash 4.0.4 firmware ? just need an example.. and if possible kindly provide me with any firmware file to start with. this forum is just full of high tech stuff and im unable to find anything at this beginner stage... :silly:
Thanks a bunch!!!
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here you go dude(the method same with GB) !! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmmThXTWu74
problem still not solved !!!
ok ive flashed with the new flash tool. it has its built in new fm for arc s.
i still see sony logo. nothing happened. please suggest what shud i do????? :crying:
muhammad.hasan said:
ok ive flashed with the new flash tool. it has its built in new fm for arc s.
i still see sony logo. nothing happened. please suggest what shud i do????? :crying:
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Just wait..first boot may take a more time...
By the way what is your bootloader status..is it locked or unlock..?
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dont know about boot loader status.... how do i find that out?
if i dont know the bootloader status then probably its locked ! any solution with a locked BL?
its been more than 10 minutes since the sony logo is displayed.
muhammad.hasan said:
if i dont know the bootloader status then probably its locked ! any solution with a locked BL?
its been more than 10 minutes since the sony logo is displayed.
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Its simple, have you unlocked it??
if yet...and you want to do this with all risk try to do this
Press dial phone
*#*#7378423#*#*....when it said Bootloader unlock : yes
Its mean u can unlock your bootloader..then go to this tutorial,remember you will avoid your guarante,but after that you can flash any amazing custom ROM...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12873655
Or if just want to keep on stock..I suggest you to reflash the stock rom/firmware..follow the instruction carefully..
EDIT : sorry..just forgot that u get bootloop
So just doing last step : reflash the firmware...
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AndriyeZ said:
Its simple, have you unlocked it??
if yet...and you want to do this with all risk try to do this
Press dial phone
*#*#7378423#*#*....when it said Bootloader unlock : yes
Its mean u can unlock your bootloader..then go to this tutorial,remember you will avoid your guarante,but after that you can flash any amazing custom ROM...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12873655
Or if just want to keep on stock..I suggest you to reflash the stock rom/firmware..follow the instruction carefully..
EDIT : sorry..just forgot that u get bootloop
So just doing last step : reflash the firmware...
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the problem is that the phone is stuck at sony logo. so i wont be able to unlock the bootloader as it needs the dial pad...
I have been flashing this phone with LT18i_4.1.B.0.587_Kernel.ftf but no progress is seen.
i dont have much info about bootloop and bootloader?
what instructions do i need to follow. could you guide me stepwise.
thanks a lot for the help you've been providing so far !
Try to flash ROM 4.0.4 which is compare with the kernel..looks like u just flash the kernel..
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AndriyeZ said:
Try to flash ROM 4.0.4 which is compare with the kernel..looks like u just flash the kernel..
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if my phone is stuck at sony logo, can i still flash a ROM? how will i enter into recovery mode?
muhammad.hasan said:
if my phone is stuck at sony logo, can i still flash a ROM? how will i enter into recovery mode?
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Absolutely...
I think thats why flashtool so usefull...its 100 % work...
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AndriyeZ said:
Absolutely...
I think thats why flashtool so usefull...its 100 % work...
Sent from my Xperia Arc
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ok that sounds great... how do i do it? because whenever i select ROM for flash, the flashtool says that only ftf is acceptable. Kindly suggest ho do i do it. thanks
muhammad.hasan said:
ok that sounds great... how do i do it? because whenever i select ROM for flash, the flashtool says that only ftf is acceptable. Kindly suggest ho do i do it. thanks
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The stock ROM usually .tft file...so now try to search download stock ROM for 4.0.4 or 4.03 include those kernel...it is a tons this forum..try to use search engine...I can help u with the link but, can give u now..I have work...so be pation...search thread which give u download link..goodluck mate..
EDIT : I was using from this thread for my Arc S last time...read carefully the steps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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Thanks !
AndriyeZ said:
The stock ROM usually .tft file...so now try to search download stock ROM for 4.0.4 or 4.03 include those kernel...it is a tons this forum..try to use search engine...I can help u with the link but, can give u now..I have work...so be pation...search thread which give u download link..goodluck mate..
EDIT : I was using from this thread for my Arc S last time...read carefully the steps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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hi there i wanted to thank you for you help. i have successfully flashed my phone with the stock ROM... Thanks a lot!