Help Write / Copy / Sync Music after ICS update - Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

OK the other week I updated to ICS as I have said in other posts and have not been able to unlock the bootloader because of the kernel version (587).
I use double twist which is a good app to use in a itunes type style app.
Question 1
Has ICS locked my ext mem card somehow so I cannot copy manually? (I doubt it but I have to ask)
Question 2
What can I do to resolve this? (Apart from down grading the kernel etc and the unlocking)
Thanks you gods of xda!

have not been able to unlock the bootloader because of the kernel version (587).
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W... what..? As far as I know kernel have nothing to do with bootloader unlocking.
Do these steps and if you've got "yes" then use official method if "no" then google testpoint method and read a lot because I'm not sure if this is safe or will work.
"1. Enter *#*#7378423#*#* on your phone dialer to access the service menu.
2. Go to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Check if Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes in this section.
Has ICS locked my ext mem card somehow so I cannot copy manually? (I doubt it but I have to ask)
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Nope.
What can I do to resolve this? (Apart from down grading the kernel etc and the unlocking)
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Reformat sdcard or/and do a factory reset.

2. Go to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Check if Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes in this section.
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Says NO
So if I reformat my sd card I will lose all data on there. Not that bothered about the music and vids etc but I suppose I will have to reinstall any apps I have assigned to sd card.
Thanks
pypcier said:
W... what..? As far as I know kernel have nothing to do with bootloader unlocking.
Do these steps and if you've got "yes" then use official method if "no" then google testpoint method and read a lot because I'm not sure if this is safe or will work.
"1. Enter *#*#7378423#*#* on your phone dialer to access the service menu.
2. Go to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. Check if Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes in this section.
Nope.
Reformat sdcard or/and do a factory reset.
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Nath316 said:
Says NO
So if I reformat my sd card I will lose all data on there. Not that bothered about the music and vids etc but I suppose I will have to reinstall any apps I have assigned to sd card.
Thanks
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Just as a note I have resolved this issue with a workaround. I removed my sd card and connected it to my laptop with the Sony E adapter usb dongle
This allowed me to edit the files and then copy / sync across with Double Twist
Once I put the sd card back in the phone it registered and all my tunes were in place.
To me it looks like something on the phone was stopping me editing my folders etc.

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About reboot problem with froyo 2.2(include AOSP and CyanogenMod-6)

I am from china,and i found the solution to solve this problem in a chinese forum:diypda.com
the link is:http://www.diypda.com/viewthread.php?tid=136991&extra=page%3D1
in this thread,a friend named diypda_dxji says:
重启解决方法:进入系统后抓紧进入“设置”-无线网络-数据设置,禁用3G数据,这样就不会重启了。然后设置中国电信ctnet正确再解禁3G数据就好了。
and this means:
go to settings->wireless&networks->Mobile networks->Data enabled & Data roaming,uncheck all of them.
This will prevent the automatically reboot. If you don't have enough time to finish all these settings, try to remove the UIM card. You can put it back while you finish the settings.
so, thanks to diypda_dxji
And there is another problem with ringtone in FRX01:
can't setup the ringtone,there is only "slient",so if some call come in,this is no sound
I fogot to say that in china,the cdma device must insert a UIM card(like sim card)
谢谢................
xaxbxc said:
I fogot to say that in china,the cdma device must insert a UIM card(like sim card)
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haining? wooo~
elmmis said:
haining? wooo~
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haining
xaxbxc said:
haining
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i am in jiashan .

[Q] Link2SD

I tried to figure this out by skimming the Link2SD topic, but seeing that there were 202 pages intimidated me. I have a few simple quick questions.
1. Does Link2SD work with Android 2.3.3 or is it only for older versions of Android?
2. If I have previously moved things to SD using the native Apps2SD support, do I have to uninstall them before I use Link2SD?
3. If the answer to the above is No, is there a performance hit in not doing so?
4. Does Link2SD require an unlocked bootloader?
5. Does it work on the rooted Verizon Xperia Play running the stock ROM?
I think that's it. I'm going to probably go ahead and experiment with the program anyway, but if someone can shortcut the process by answering these questions, that would be a big help!
Thanks!
netizenmt said:
I tried to figure this out by skimming the Link2SD topic, but seeing that there were 202 pages intimidated me. I have a few simple quick questions.
1. Does Link2SD work with Android 2.3.3 or is it only for older versions of Android?
2. If I have previously moved things to SD using the native Apps2SD support, do I have to uninstall them before I use Link2SD?
3. If the answer to the above is No, is there a performance hit in not doing so?
4. Does Link2SD require an unlocked bootloader?
5. Does it work on the rooted Verizon Xperia Play running the stock ROM?
I think that's it. I'm going to probably go ahead and experiment with the program anyway, but if someone can shortcut the process by answering these questions, that would be a big help!
Thanks!
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EDIT:
1. YES - works on 2.3.3
2. NO I didn't have to uninstall them, just link them.
3. No but some programs may need to be uninstalled and reinstalled before they work. And some apparently don't like being linked.
4. Apparently not.
5. Yes, it appears to.
netizenmt said:
I tried to figure this out by skimming the Link2SD topic, but seeing that there were 202 pages intimidated me. I have a few simple quick questions.
1. Does Link2SD work with Android 2.3.3 or is it only for older versions of Android?
2. If I have previously moved things to SD using the native Apps2SD support, do I have to uninstall them before I use Link2SD?
3. If the answer to the above is No, is there a performance hit in not doing so?
4. Does Link2SD require an unlocked bootloader?
5. Does it work on the rooted Verizon Xperia Play running the stock ROM?
I think that's it. I'm going to probably go ahead and experiment with the program anyway, but if someone can shortcut the process by answering these questions, that would be a big help!
Thanks!
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1) Yes
2) No
3) No
4) No (just root)
5) Yes
I want to set up a partition on my SD card so I'll have to format the card first, so all most of my apps will be half deleted because I have used app2sd on them. If I copy the current contents of my SD to my PC and then copy it back after I've created the partition, will everything be ok ?.
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I want to set up a partition on my SD card so I'll have to format the card first, so all most of my apps will be half deleted because I have used app2sd on them. If I copy the current contents of my SD to my PC and then copy it back after I've created the partition, will everything be ok ?.
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Yep thats the best way
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mug2k said:
I want to set up a partition on my SD card so I'll have to format the card first, so all most of my apps will be half deleted because I have used app2sd on them. If I copy the current contents of my SD to my PC and then copy it back after I've created the partition, will everything be ok ?.
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I resized mine instead of formatting. This is the guide I used
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254987

[Q] [HELP] Some photos/videos deleted

Hey guys!
I was at a concert last night and took some photos/videos with my ZL. But when I tried to transfer them to my computer, I got some problems. All I did was:
> Connected my ZL to PC via usb in MTP mode
> Created a new folder in my computer
> Opened the desired folder (in this case, Internal Strorage > DCIM > 100ANDRO)
> Then, I simply dragged the 100ANDRO folder to the new one I created
But after doing this, some trouble: the 100ANDRO disappeared from my phone internal storage and appeared EMPTY inside the folder I created before. Result: I've lost all the photos and videos.
I don't even know if I'm posting on the right area, but all I want is to recover the disappeared files. Tried to google a solution. I even found it, but for that I have to root my phone, and I don't want to do this 'cause it's in warranty period yet.
Questions: Can I have my photos/videos back without rooting my phone? If I really have to root it to have my photos/videos back, what I have to do? Do someone knows what happened? PLEASE HELP MEEEE :crying:
@EDIT
Okay, I realized that the only way is rooting my phone. Can anyone explain step-to-step or indicate a thread that a noob can understand?
C6503, KitKat 4.4.2 running on 10.5.A.0.230 with unlocked bootloader
leonardohideki said:
Hey guys!
I was at a concert last night and took some photos/videos with my ZL. But when I tried to transfer them to my computer, I got some problems. All I did was:
> Connected my ZL to PC via usb in MTP mode
> Created a new folder in my computer
> Opened the desired folder (in this case, Internal Strorage > DCIM > 100ANDRO)
> Then, I simply dragged the 100ANDRO folder to the new one I created
But after doing this, some trouble: the 100ANDRO disappeared from my phone internal storage and appeared EMPTY inside the folder I created before. Result: I've lost all the photos and videos.
I don't even know if I'm posting on the right area, but all I want is to recover the disappeared files. Tried to google a solution. I even found it, but for that I have to root my phone, and I don't want to do this 'cause it's in warranty period yet.
Questions: Can I have my photos/videos back without rooting my phone? If I really have to root it to have my photos/videos back, what I have to do? Do someone knows what happened? PLEASE HELP MEEEE :crying:
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Well maybe you accidentally put it somewhere...
Are you using 4.3 or 4.4?
AndreIrawan97 said:
Well maybe you accidentally put it somewhere...
Are you using 4.3 or 4.4?
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I'm using 4.4, with 10.5.A.0.230.
you removed device without close usb conection.
It's normal lose data when do this way.
that things were on SD, i think you'll see nomore. Or, use another ZL and copy the original files.
Adilson Casula said:
you removed device without close usb conection.
It's normal lose data when do this way.
that things were on SD, i think you'll see nomore. Or, use another ZL and copy the original files.
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I didn't remove the device before I realized the trouble I was in. By the way, I've done this process so many times before and never had a problem like this, always safely removing my device.
The photos and videos were on Internal Storage. If them were on the SD card, I think I could recover the files; but since I can't connect my ZL in USB Mass Storage mode, pc applications can't scan it to try to recover the files.
I found some ways to try to recover the files w/ an application named DiskDigger, for Android. But in order to use it, I have to root my device first. Anyone ever used this app? Does it really works? What's the best, safely or simply way to root my device for a noob like me? I'm using a C6503 running 4.4 on 10.5.A.0.230 with unlocked bootloader.
why can't connect in MSC?
Adilson Casula said:
why can't connect in MSC?
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According to some information I found over the internet, Google disabled Mass Storage mode in newer Android versions.
settings / Xperia conectivity / usb xonectivity / USB connection mode
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is that you're talking?
Adilson Casula said:
settings / Xperia conectivity / usb xonectivity / USB connection mode
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is that you're talking?
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Yep. But the Internal Storage isn't available in Mass Storage mode, only the SD card. Since the photos I want to recover were on the internal storage, it don't works for me.
Can you indicate me the best/easier way to root my phone?
leonardohideki said:
Yep. But the Internal Storage isn't available in Mass Storage mode, only the SD card. Since the photos I want to recover were on the internal storage, it don't works for me.
Can you indicate me the best/easier way to root my phone?
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try it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52850196&postcount=7
leonardohideki said:
I didn't remove the device before I realized the trouble I was in. By the way, I've done this process so many times before and never had a problem like this, always safely removing my device.
The photos and videos were on Internal Storage. If them were on the SD card, I think I could recover the files; but since I can't connect my ZL in USB Mass Storage mode, pc applications can't scan it to try to recover the files.
I found some ways to try to recover the files w/ an application named DiskDigger, for Android. But in order to use it, I have to root my device first. Anyone ever used this app? Does it really works? What's the best, safely or simply way to root my device for a noob like me? I'm using a C6503 running 4.4 on 10.5.A.0.230 with unlocked bootloader.
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After a heavy data loss I managed to recover all my photos with DiskDigger.
Works from both, internal and external storage, it is a great app :good:
Adilson Casula said:
try it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52850196&postcount=7
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I tried to follow the instructions in the link you posted, but I have problems with the second step. It redirects me to this thread, but since I don't have recovery and can't flash the kernel that is disponibilized, I got an error that says that it cant write the boot 'cause remote command is not allowed or something like this. So, I can't flash the kernel with recovery and can't root. Some tips about this?
you must have a unlocked bootloader.
i think your is locked.
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
Adilson Casula said:
you must have a unlocked bootloader.
i think your is locked.
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
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Ok, so my device allows me to unlock my bootloader... I read in somewhere here in xda that having my bootloader unlocked cause the loss of the Bravia Engine 2. Is it really true? Or it's a risk that may occur?

[Q] Hating Kitkat 4.4.2. Need help finding work around for Dropsync or else...

Since updating to Kitkat 4.4 I've lost the ability to sync files and folders on my MicroSD card.
There is a work around provided by the dropsync developers where you put your files in the /Android/data/com.ttxapps.dropsync/files folder on your microSD card and you're supposed to be able to sync there. However I don't have the 'com.ttxapps.dropsync/files' folder in my microSD card. In fact there is nothing in there that appears to be associated with dropsync. I even tried uninstalling and reinstalling dropsync to see if those folders would be generated but they were not.
So I tried creating those folders in there myself and dropping my folders and files to be synced in there as well. When I tried to set the sync settings through dropsync it says that those folders cannot be two-way synced.
Does anyone have some advice for me? I really don't want to root because I don't want to void my warranty, but if there is absolutely no other way of resolving this issue that I may end up doing so.
Does anyone think android will change their minds about this and let apps write to the microSD card in a later update?
gina$zanboti said:
Since updating to Kitkat 4.4 I've lost the ability to sync files and folders on my MicroSD card.
There is a work around provided by the dropsync developers where you put your files in the /Android/data/com.ttxapps.dropsync/files folder on your microSD card and you're supposed to be able to sync there. However I don't have the 'com.ttxapps.dropsync/files' folder in my microSD card. In fact there is nothing in there that appears to be associated with dropsync. I even tried uninstalling and reinstalling dropsync to see if those folders would be generated but they were not.
So I tried creating those folders in there myself and dropping my folders and files to be synced in there as well. When I tried to set the sync settings through dropsync it says that those folders cannot be two-way synced.
Does anyone have some advice for me? I really don't want to root because I don't want to void my warranty, but if there is absolutely no other way of resolving this issue that I may end up doing so.
Does anyone think android will change their minds about this and let apps write to the microSD card in a later update?
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Did you used a system file manager app to create the folder (file manager app build in with the O/S)? you can't create with a third party file manager. Give it a try. If that's not working then you need....ROOT!!!
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Did you used a system file manager app to create the folder (file manager app build in with the O/S)? you can't create with a third party file manager. Give it a try. If that's not working then you need....ROOT!!!
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I used the "My Files" app which was already installed on the device. I'm pretty sure it's androids thing.
gina$zanboti said:
I used the "My Files" app which was already installed on the device. I'm pretty sure it's androids thing.
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yep that's the system file manager. Tell you the truth, if your sync app already installed before you upgrade then you may have a chance, but if you install the app after the 4.4 upgrade then, most likely it's not going to work...just my observation.
buhohitr said:
yep that's the system file manager. Tell you the truth, if your sync app already installed before you upgrade then you may have a chance, but if you install the app after the 4.4 upgrade then, most likely it's not going to work...just my observation.
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It was installed and set up to sync all my files before the upgrade. It was working perfectly until I updated to Kitkat. Now it's all gone to hell and I'm about ready to root. This irritates me so much.
gina$zanboti said:
It was installed and set up to sync all my files before the upgrade. It was working perfectly until I updated to Kitkat. Now it's all gone to hell and I'm about ready to root. This irritates me so much.
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BTW, what model of your device?
buhohitr said:
BTW, what model of your device?
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SM-P600. It's the 16gb wifi.
Would downgrading my firmware void my warranty?
gina$zanboti said:
Would downgrading my firmware void my warranty?
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With the p600, your warranty will be voided if you try to root and you can't not downgrade.
buhohitr said:
With the p600, your warranty will be voided if you try to root and you can't not downgrade.
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Ugh... I'm completely updated with the stock firmware (installed the 103mb update earlier today). Will this tutorial still work for it?
gina$zanboti said:
Ugh... I'm completely updated with the stock firmware (installed the 103mb update earlier today). Will this tutorial still work for it?
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Yes the link is good, but the files are not up to date here is mine;
1) Download this file https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...ixx-smp600.zip then unzip, you will see this file CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5.
2) Turn Off Tablet, Hold Volume Down + Power. Follow the instructions on the screen to get to download mode (Odin mode).
Rooting Instructions
1.Flash the CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5 file with Odin v3.09 (put in AP slot, don't change any other settings, click start)
2.Let it do its trick! boot up then go to play store download and install supersu in order to update supersu to the latest binary.
3. Boot back into Odin mode and flash TWRP version 2.6.3.3 found here https://goo.im/devs/OpenRecovery/lt03wifiue/
That's all!

Getting Internal Memory Data from Phone Stuck in Bootloop

My phone is stuck in bootloop after installing system update. The phone is not rooted.
Are there any ways to get/transfer/backup & restore data (sms, photos, apps data) from internal memory before I attempt to fix the phone?
Thanks.
What's your phone ?
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If you are able to access fastboot, unlock your bootloader from here then flahs TWRP from here, and go to recovery, connect to PC... now you have MTP enabled on your PC... So, now you can copy all your data into your PC...
sorry for late reply as I was quite busy and I'm using another phone temporarily
Absolute55 said:
What's your phone ?
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ze551ml
ponnuvelpandian said:
If you are able to access fastboot, unlock your bootloader from here then flahs TWRP from here, and go to recovery, connect to PC... now you have MTP enabled on your PC... So, now you can copy all your data into your PC...
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Thanks, is it possible for me to retrieve contacts and sms-es ?
elefuvo said:
Thanks, is it possible for me to retrieve contacts and sms-es ?
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Sorry, in MTP, only files and folders can be copied...

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