love my phone. but it's almost 2 years old. my phone is stock but rooted and it runs excellent since i've cleared all the bloat.
i've got a build 3.0.1.b.0.270
android version 2.3.3
is there anyone happy with stock ics on their att play? if so, does everything work 100% (wifi, text messaging, internet)?
sorry for this newbie post to the experts but would appreciate help. thanks.
Atm there's no stock ics ics firmware... Most of them are modded roms from the original ics beta or ported from other devices... But first, UNLOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER... If it's still locked you won't be able to flash any custom kernel or Rom...
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To install ics you need to have your bootloader unlocked. Other than that your set to go with everything else.
r4_broadcast said:
Atm there's no stock ics ics firmware... Most of them are modded roms from the original ics beta or ported from other devices... But first, UNLOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER... If it's still locked you won't be able to flash any custom kernel or Rom...
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appreciate the advice. there's so many. where do i start?
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To install ics you need to have your bootloader unlocked. Other than that your set to go with everything else.
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thanks man. did you have any problems with wifi, internet, texting when changing to ics?
On Krisdees Sony ICS Beta everything works great battery life with lupus 720 p ICS +GB......unlocking your boot loader is your primary objective...IdK if your being a r800a makes things different...as I am r800i
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R800a and R800i are the same thing, it doesn't matter which in one you have... unlock your bootloader via zergrush and i recommend you to try either the express rom or the markpython rom, both have NXT looks... if you wanna try something a little different, try de hybrid rom by krisdee...
Have to pay
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appreciate the advice. there's so many. where do i start?
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As far as I know, you have to pay to have your bootloader unlocked if you have the r800at. I recommend Jinx13, I got it done in about 10 minutes.
SubjectSigma said:
As far as I know, you have to pay to have your bootloader unlocked if you have the r800at. I recommend Jinx13, I got it done in about 10 minutes.
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really? can anyone confirm this? thanks.
legacygt777 said:
really? can anyone confirm this? thanks.
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In terms of having to pay? No.
Here is a free method.
legacygt777 said:
really? can anyone confirm this? thanks.
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No you can unlock it via Sony's unlock site just follow their directions
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rom: cm9 official
kernel: Turbo v3.1
You can not unlock your bootloader for free from the sony website if you have the R800at model.
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Is it a requirement of Custom ROMs to flash a Custom Kernal as well or can the stock Kernal be used. I'm using the latest Baseband that was supplied with the ICS update?
Roland
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Yes, whenever you change ROM you should change the kernel as well. In the thread from the ROM it says which kernel you should use. For example for CyanogenMod you need to use the kernel provided. But there are also kernels which can be used for more than 1 ROM, like DoomKernel
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Bramboos_95 said:
Yes, whenever you change ROM you should change the kernel as well. In the thread from the ROM it says which kernel you should use. For example for CyanogenMod you need to use the kernel provided. But there are also kernels which can be used for more than 1 ROM, like DoomKernel
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The last time I flashed a custom ROM was on my X8 and it was stock all the way with the Kernal.
Does the boot loader need to be unlocked to flash a new Kernal?
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Rolandh said:
The last time I flashed a custom ROM was on my X8 and it was stock all the way with the Kernal.
Does the boot loader need to be unlocked to flash a new Kernal?
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Yes..you need to unlocked bootloader to flash other kernel..
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kumbangdesa said:
Yes..you need to unlocked bootloader to flash other kernel..
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OK. I think I'll stick as I am for now as I really want a vanilla ICS ROM with all hardware working, Software buttons and the hardware back, home & menu button disabled in Android but active in CWM.
Roland
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It is not that hard to unlock the bootloader. It is way easier than it looks. And it gives you much more options to customize etc. It really recommend to unlock your bootloader
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Bramboos_95 said:
It is not that hard to unlock the bootloader. It is way easier than it looks. And it gives you much more options to customize etc. It really recommend to unlock your bootloader
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I'll look into unlocking the boot loader when I get in.
Are there any Vanilla ICS ROMs available?
Roland
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Here is a list of almost all custom ROMs available: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1572904
There must be a ROM that fits you
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Here is a list of almost all custom ROMs available: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1572904
There must be a ROM that fits you
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Thanks for the link to the ROM thread. I've subscribed to a couple that look interesting for more attention when I'm on computer.
Roland
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Bramboos_95 said:
It is not that hard to unlock the bootloader. It is way easier than it looks. And it gives you much more options to customize etc. It really recommend to unlock your bootloader
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Could you explain how to unlock bootloader on arc lt15i
When I go into service menu it says bootloader unlock allowed: no
I know jinx13 does it for a fee but are there any other methods?
Thus would be really helpful as I want to use custom Roms but can't find any that work with stock firmware
Cheers
I don't know it when it says bootloader unlock allowed: no
But you can always look it up oj google. Your are probably not the first one with this problem
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thedeadend100 said:
Could you explain how to unlock bootloader on arc lt15i
When I go into service menu it says bootloader unlock allowed: no
I know jinx13 does it for a fee but are there any other methods?
Thus would be really helpful as I want to use custom Roms but can't find any that work with stock firmware
Cheers
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my friend read the following well and you will understand every thing
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
Hi
I have flashed the global ICS firmware for my xperia arc ! i really like it but it is not as smooth as the gingerbread. I know the firmware is full of bloatware and thats why its a bit laggy..
My question is there a ROM (modified firmware) which i can flash to make the ics run smoothly and faster on my arc ??
Try Arconium.
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Try Arconium.
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its a bit complicated to install this and i have to unlock my boatloader.
is there a firmware that i can flash it via flashtool !! the easy way ??
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its a bit complicated to install this and i have to unlock my boatloader.
is there a firmware that i can flash it via flashtool !! the easy way ??
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Till Now Generic Global World Firmware is BEST.
Cm7 only
AOKP! But needs unlocked bootloader..
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I'm using the World Generic 4.04 stock rom, and find it occasionally locks up and crashes, I do like the feel and style of ICS but dont think its been perfected for the Arc yet, if I could unlock my bootloader i'd try other roms, so its between ICS or Gingerbread for me
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I'm using the World Generic 4.04 stock rom, and find it occasionally locks up and crashes, I do like the feel and style of ICS but dont think its been perfected for the Arc yet, if I could unlock my bootloader i'd try other roms, so its between ICS or Gingerbread for me
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how this could Happen.
Global version; of firmware is best with least bloatware.
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AOKP
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Hi
I have flashed the global ICS firmware for my xperia arc ! i really like it but it is not as smooth as the gingerbread. I know the firmware is full of bloatware and thats why its a bit laggy..
My question is there a ROM (modified firmware) which i can flash to make the ics run smoothly and faster on my arc ??
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soumya_digi said:
AOKP! But needs unlocked bootloader..
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+1
AOKP & sirkey'a kernel, enough said and definitely worth getting your bootloader unlocked
I'm not that overwhelmed by Arconium, which AOKP Rom?
Tapa2
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AOKP & sirkey'a kernel, enough said and definitely worth getting your bootloader unlocked
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thx i will try it
Having jjs hybrid rom installed now. Feels much better..
Tapa2 desire s
Found that http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743152
it's posibble can someone try port it?
LightingZ said:
Found that http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743152
it's posibble can someone try port it?
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Our Plays doesn't have an official update of ICS it won't work as far as I know.
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Our Plays doesn't have an official update of ICS it won't work as far as I know.
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We can use the NEO L one.
But then you'll need an unlocked bootloader to flash the Neo L kernel, right?
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But then you'll need an unlocked bootloader to flash the Neo L kernel, right?
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Nope im on Neo L rom with my Play and im locked =]
it works quite smooth
Maybe I can help. Next update for my ROM I can try make build for locked bootloader
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sechko said:
maybe i can help. Next update for my rom i can try make build for locked bootloader
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♥ thank you
sechko said:
Maybe I can help. Next update for my ROM I can try make build for locked bootloader
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That would be AWESOME. That rom looks fantastic
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CloudShepherd said:
That would be AWESOME. That rom looks fantastic
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It is. Running it right now. Just hope i could play all my games with this rom.
Kindly Hit Thanks Button if i've help u in anyway.
sdojoin said:
It is. Running it right now. Just hope i could play all my games with this rom.
Kindly Hit Thanks Button if i've help u in anyway.
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How did you get it running? Unless you have unlocked bootloader
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How did you get it running? Unless you have unlocked bootloader
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Yeah. I guess u didn't huh.. Mybe u could just wait till sechko make it avail for both locked/unlocked BL.
Kindly Hit Thanks Button if i've help u in anyway.
hi
Ars-s & Arc Users USE This method : Install MIUI On Locked BootLoader ( LT18i ; LT18a ; LT15i ; LT15a )
beacuse MIUI use Official Kernel.
Installing MIUI or ICS Rom on stock kernel without the camera inberted and pad bugs would be awesome!
OK so I got my Xperia PLAY, and I'm looking for a plain debloated, deodexed, clean stock ROM. Does such a ROM exist? Also, do I need an unlocked bootloader? How can I tell if my phones bootloader is locked or unlocked? Thanks!
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OK so I got my Xperia PLAY, and I'm looking for a plain debloated, deodexed, clean stock ROM. Does such a ROM exist? Also, do I need an unlocked bootloader? How can I tell if my phones bootloader is locked or unlocked? Thanks!
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Hmm.... You can debloat the default/stock rom
Thinking of ODEX then I've no clue.
Unless you're looking for a Rom that is already existent so what are you looking for?
Performance?
Stability?
Lightness?
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Hmm.... You can debloat the default/stock rom
Thinking of ODEX then I've no clue.
Unless you're looking for a Rom that is already existent so what are you looking for?
Performance?
Stability?
Lightness?
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Overall I want a really fast and stable ROM that is good for gaming. I want it to look like stock though. Also, what does supercharged mean? Would that make it faster? I plan on overclocking, too.
Would it just be possible to root and overclock stock 2.3.4?
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Would it just be possible to root and overclock stock 2.3.4?
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You cant overclock with a stock kernel 2.3.4. Since you dont know if your bootloader is unlocked it is obviously locked. You need a custom kernel that allows overclocking and this discussion is ended since you are stuck with what you have.
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You cant overclock with a stock kernel 2.3.4. Since you dont know if your bootloader is unlocked it is obviously locked. You need a custom kernel that allows overclocking and this discussion is ended since you are stuck with what you have.
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Is there an overclockable kernel that you can flash on locked bootloaders?
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Is there an overclockable kernel that you can flash on locked bootloaders?
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Nope. If you flash a custom kernel with your bootloader locked you will have a soft brick device.
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Nope. If you flash a custom kernel with your bootloader locked you will have a soft brick device.
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OK. I've been looking up ways to unlock the bootloader on the R800X. I have dialed the number so you can get to the menu where you can check if you can unlock your bootloader, but there is nothing that says "rooting status" in the information part. My phone IS rooted. Does this mean I can't unlock the bootloader? I'm on Verizon.
Hey buddy, I have the same R800X as you on Verizon. We can't unlock bootloader for free unfortunately. I paid 20 to get mine unlocked. It was worth it for sure.
I am running debloated, supercharged stock 2.3.3 rom, and it works great.
I just got my Xperia Play last Friday
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jahjah440 said:
Hey buddy, I have the same R800X as you on Verizon. We can't unlock bootloader for free unfortunately. I paid 20 to get mine unlocked. It was worth it for sure.
I am running debloated, supercharged stock 2.3.3 rom, and it works great.
I just got my Xperia Play last Friday
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Thanks for the advice. Where did you get your bootloader keys? I think I'm going to chose the same path you did. Also, what kernel are you using? Thanks again!
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Thanks for the advice. Where did you get your bootloader keys? I think I'm going to chose the same path you did. Also, what kernel are you using? Thanks again!
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I got my phone unlocked through here: http://unlock-bootloader.com/
I was a little nervous at first because you have to pay first and then he unlocks your phone. But I went ahead and did it and I would recommend it fully. It took about 10 minutes from beginning to end.
I am using Doomkernel. Going from the stock kernel and Doomkernel is like night and day. The phone is much more responsive and stable.
But the true speed gain is when you supercharge the rom. My friend, I have never seen speed gains so obvious.
Combine this with an overclock, and I will promise you will be impressed. The stock cpu speed is 1ghz, but I have just oc'ed to 1.2ghz. My max stable cpu speed is 1.9ghz, but I found 1.2ghz is a perfect speed for my needs
Sprint Samsung Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch w/ Stock 4.0.4
Xperia Play R800X w/ supercharged stock 2.3.3 and doomkernel
I have a locked bootloader and Gin2Jellybean. It is fairly debloated and everything especially if you get the lite version. And then you can always uninstall any more with root uninstaller from the market
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Hey everyone,
i have a rooted xperia play r800i and i was wondering if there are some intructions on how to install ics on my phone with a locked bootloader?
thanks if you respond!!!
Short answer: you can't flash ICS with the bootloader locked.
Workaround: however some people say you can use the ICS rom of a Xperia Neo L because is basicly a Xperia Play without the gamepad, but with its rom the touchpads and the camera of the Xperia Play don't work.
You probably won't be able to get ICS on a locked bootoader (except maybe Neo L), because it requires a different kernel. To get a different kernel, you'll have to unlock your bootloader, but seeing as you have a R800i, it shouldn't be too difficult.
Just unlock your bootloader.
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wedhusman said:
Just unlock your bootloader.
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i fergot to mention that it camed stock with r800at since i did get it at an at&t store but i just flashe a r8001 rome over it so thats why the curretn model is r800i but if theres a free way to unlock r800at plaese do tell. thanks
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i fergot to mention that it camed stock with r800at since i did get it at an at&t store but i just flashe a r8001 rome over it so thats why the curretn model is r800i but if theres a free way to unlock r800at plaese do tell. thanks
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Nope.
Just nope.
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