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[Q] xloud for xperia play

hi i was wondering if someone could give me a link to xloud for my xperia play? because i'm in the us and we didn't get xloud
EDIT: ok i just found a file called libxloudwrapper.so in system\lib\soundfx directory of the uk firmware found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1221105 does anyone have any idea of how to utilize this file? and if yes please share.

X loud does nothing on my phone. I select it and it automatically de selects itself as soon as I leave the settings screen.
Maybe because I have an equalizer installed?

dsswoosh said:
X loud does nothing on my phone. I select it and it automatically de selects itself as soon as I leave the settings screen.
Maybe because I have an equalizer installed?
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most likely because from what i understand xloud makes the sound louder and supposedly much higher quality. but we verizon users don't have it yet

Can't you update the firmware via PC companion? The firmware is released by SE and as far as I am aware not carrier specific.

dsswoosh said:
Can't you update the firmware via PC companion? The firmware is released by SE and as far as I am aware not carrier specific.
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actually no because when it wants me to go into "media transfer mode", i can't because "media transfer mode" doesn't exist. and according to sony people i have to go to menu/sony ericsson which does not exist on verizon xperia plays, plus my phone is cdma not gsm . so if you know how i can get the update i would be glad to know

loismustdie555 said:
actually no because when it wants me to go into "media transfer mode", i can't because "media transfer mode" doesn't exist. and according to sony people i have to go to menu/sony ericsson which does not exist on verizon xperia plays, plus my phone is cdma not gsm . so if you know how i can get the update i would be glad to know
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Flash with the UK generic ROM as described in the development threads. Then update your firmware via PC companion?
Will that work for you?

dsswoosh said:
Flash with the UK generic ROM as described in the development threads. Then update your firmware via PC companion?
Will that work for you?
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but won't that brick my phone because the gsm signal radios for the uk are incompatible with the cdma ones in the us?

loismustdie555 said:
but won't that brick my phone because the gsm signal radios for the uk are incompatible with the cdma ones in the us?
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No idea. Sorry.
I don't even have Verizon as an option here in the united kingdom. Never even heard of them until a few months ago. Already I hate them lol.

dsswoosh said:
No idea. Sorry.
I don't even have Verizon as an option here in the united kingdom. Never even heard of them until a few months ago. Already I hate them lol.
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They're slightly expensive....but they have hands-down the best phone/3G reception of any other U.S. carrier.
And in the past two years they've HEAVILY beefed up their phone selection
But yeah because they're so big they're so cookie cutter and not on the edge of tech. it sucks. but seriously man their 3G is like being hooked up to a cable modem its freaking fast

Dyelon said:
They're slightly expensive....but they have hands-down the best phone/3G reception of any other U.S. carrier.
And in the past two years they've HEAVILY beefed up their phone selection
But yeah because they're so big they're so cookie cutter and not on the edge of tech. it sucks. but seriously man their 3G is like being hooked up to a cable modem its freaking fast
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They are the same price as at&t but with service lol
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I have 4.0.A world and xloud is effing amazing.
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Cat_On_Droid said:
I have 4.0.A world and xloud is effing amazing.
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Just flashed 4.0.A and DooMLorD's kernel, I can confirm that xloud freaking ROCKS!!!!
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Can any one get me a system dump I would like to toy around with the files
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frostthejack said:
Can any one get me a system dump I would like to toy around with the files
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Just download the files in the first post, use sin2img to convert the ftf to a .IMG file, open with winrar, extract the .sin files, use sin2img to convert them to .IMG files (these .IMG files are NOT operable with winrar only the .IMG made from the ftf file is) then drag and drop the .IMG files (note that system.sin basically contains almost all the data) onto yaffs.exe
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why do you use sin2img on ftf file? it hasn't got sin header.
loismustdie555 said:
Just download the files in the first post, use sin2img to convert the ftf to a .IMG file, open with winrar, extract the .sin files, use sin2img to convert them to .IMG files (these .IMG files are NOT operable with winrar only the .IMG made from the ftf file is) then drag and drop the .IMG files (note that system.sin basically contains almost all the data) onto yaffs.exe
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Blagus said:
why do you use sin2img on ftf file? it hasn't got sin header.
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well since i couldn't open it with winrar, and i read somewhere that i could convert it with sin2img, (and the fact that i don't know any other program that extracts it {unless flashtool does}) i just used sin2img (plus it was really easy )

Disable your equalizer.
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hi every1.... why my XP doesn't have xloud feature?

vanleab said:
hi every1.... why my XP doesn't have xloud feature?
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Cause it came out with the .368 firmware
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XS 1257-6926 ICS ftf

Hey guys looking for a FTF file for ICS .45 build for the 1257-6926 customization number. Should be the US model XS. Anyone have a link for it or can upload it for me please. Thanks in advance.

Use any kind of firmware, there is no difference between them, here is the .45 firmware http://uploaded.net/file/g1lw75tw/from/991wtg , there is another new version: 6.1.A.2.55, look for it :laugh:

jhodax said:
Use any kind of firmware, there is no difference between them, here is the .45 firmware http://uploaded.net/file/g1lw75tw/from/991wtg , there is another new version: 6.1.A.2.55, look for it :laugh:
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I'm not looking for "any kind of firmware" which is why I specifically asked for this version and yes there are some slight differences. I am testing something that appears to only happen on US firmwares for some devices and need this specific firmware for the XS. I asked for this specific one for a reason.

Bump. I'll take any ftf for the 1257-6926 customization number even GB if anyone has it. Really need to check something on it.
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Bump..... Anyone have a phone with this customization number?
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Spectre51 said:
Bump..... Anyone have a phone with this customization number?
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What is it you are checking just curious
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Issue with tethering in this firmware with AT&T. Got the firmware finally.
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Need to go back to Sony's stock ics

I'm selling my phone so i need to install everything back as it was(official ics 4.0.4 with .587 kernel) because stock rom doesn't have bugs.
I'm currently using Xperia Ultimate HD on advance stock kernel...
i need someone to write me the steps, and I will do them... many thanks!

Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
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1Fawwaz said:
i need someone to write me the steps, and I will do them... many thanks!
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Read the stickys and watch a video instead.

msc3169 said:
Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
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Thanks for the help...
What does the ftf file includes?
Does it also include stock kernel and baseband with the firmware? or do I have to install them manually?
**I'm currently on .72 baseband, do I have to change it?
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1Fawwaz said:
Thanks for the help...
What does the ftf file includes?
Does it also include stock kernel and baseband with the firmware? or do I have to install them manually?
**I'm currently on .72 baseband, do I have to change it?
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It includes everything.... just flash!
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I recommend you flash the GB rom, since it is fast. ICS is laggy. I don't think the buyer would be satisfied if it lagged

blakstar said:
I recommend you flash the GB rom, since it is fast. ICS is laggy. I don't think the buyer would be satisfied if it lagged
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I wouldn't be happy if it came with GB.
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XperienceD said:
I wouldn't be happy if it came with GB.
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Yes but then when the buyer connects the phone to a pc, it will prompt him to install pc companion. Then it will prompt him to install ICS. So then, he will have a choice . But if it came with ICS and he didn't like it, it will be harder to downgrade to GB in that case. So better flash the stock GB

msc3169 said:
Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
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and don't forget to wipe all your data

I did everything... All done.. Thank you all guys
I installed this firmware: Official ICS update Arc&Arc-S 4.1.B.0.431
And then relocked bootloader...
But now I have notification: system update available 4.1.B.0.587 , should I update or not? I read somewhere on xda that users were reporting bricked phones after OTA updates... because of unlocked bootloader (they said).. And I don't want that next user to click on it and then have a bricked phone, and I can't just hide the notification... if they do factory rest , the notification will pop up...
so now is it ok to update or not? or if you can link me to 4.1.B.0.587 firmware to install it...

1Fawwaz said:
so now is it ok to update or not? or if you can link me to 4.1.B.0.587 firmware to install it...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35910775#post35910775

you relocked your boot loader right? if so is ok
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tangosierra_ said:
you relocked your boot loader right? if so is ok
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Yes I relocked it, is it ok to update it now guys??
I relocked it using this method: [Tutorial] Relock bootloader!
As quoted from this method: "You still can't get DRM back. It's gone from the phone!"...

Would have been much simpler to just flash a stock 587 ftf.

XperienceD said:
Would have been much simpler to just flash a stock 587 ftf.
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Yes I know!! but I couldn't find it actually can you give me a link to that firmware? I would be very thankful to you...

1Fawwaz said:
Yes I know!! but I couldn't find it actually
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I have to wonder sometimes. Click, browse, find. http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=963

I just found these links: http://xperiadev.wordpress.com/flashing/xperia-ftf-firmwares/ :victory: :laugh:
firmware .587: http://www.mediafire.com/?a1sya49j9bee1a5
this other thing: http://uploaded.net/file/gsfx4w60
Do I have to flash them both? if so what is the order?

1Fawwaz said:
I just found these links:
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I post a link to the general section where you can find it on the first page below the stickys and you come back with links from another site. I'm unable to help People who continue to demonstrate they're incapable of helping themselves, so you'll have to wait for someone with more patience to help.

XperienceD said:
I post a link to the general section where you can find it on the first page below the stickys and you come back with links from another site.
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Sorry.. I didn't saw your reply there... I was surfing from phone's browser... Thank you.

1Fawwaz said:
firmware .587: http://www.mediafire.com/?a1sya49j9bee1a5
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Just flash that and report back.

Root for FTF 4.3 Update 15.4.A.0.23 LOCKED BOOTLOADER

I believe it's useful for sake of clarity to concentrate in a single TD the search of the rooting method for the new firmaware JB 4.3 and its detailed explanation.
So far I have seen this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51395773&postcount=38 from gamer649 mentioning the methods NOT working
this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51397314&postcount=48 from rsrishabh suggesting another method (anyone with a follow-up ?)
and finally this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51425160&postcount=99 claiming an easy method; StraightEdgeKid, could you please elaborate your method here ?

Here is mine one i have already rooted 4.3 successfully..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51414331
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Thanks haresh311999 and...I'm noticing now that a thread devoted on how to root JB 4.3 on xperia M already exists here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696259 even if it is in a different sub-forum !!!
My apologies and please disregard this thread that I have erroneously originated !!!!!!!

the gladiator said:
Thanks haresh311999 and...I'm noticing now that a thread devoted on how to root JB 4.3 on xperia M already exists here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696259 even if it is in a different sub-forum !!!
My apologies and please disregard this thread that I have erroneously originated !!!!!!!
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Umm, not really. At this point many many of us are hoping for a root method that doesn't involve screwing around with the bootloader. So your post and question is quite pertinent

the gladiator said:
Thanks haresh311999 and...I'm noticing now that a thread devoted on how to root JB 4.3 on xperia M already exists here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696259 even if it is in a different sub-forum !!!
My apologies and please disregard this thread that I have erroneously originated !!!!!!!
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The link that you have given of the thread is mine only....
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andyxoxo said:
Umm, not really. At this point many many of us are hoping for a root method that doesn't involve screwing around with the bootloader. So your post and question is quite pertinent
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I believe the point andyxoxo is making has a lot of sense: haresh311999's methods works only with unlocked bootloaders. People who cannot unlock bootloaders or doesn't want (myself), doesn't have a working rooting tool/method. Let's write in this thread our effort (I changed the title accordingly).
So far among the known methods only what rsrishabh is suggesting has to be tested.

the gladiator said:
I believe the point andyxoxo is making has a lot of sense: haresh311999's methods works only with unlocked bootloaders. People who cannot unlock bootloaders or doesn't want (myself), doesn't have a working rooting tool/method. Let's write in this thread our effort (I changed the title accordingly).
So far among the known methods only what rsrishabh is suggesting has to be tested.
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I've tested kingo root once but it didn't work (or maybe I didn't give it time to complete). I'm gonna try again now.

Any updates here? anyone found a working method to root locked bootloader mobile?

Rajesh_m said:
Any updates here? anyone found a working method to root locked bootloader mobile?
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I'm looking into something now.

gamer649 said:
I'm looking into something now.
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Cool please tell us more about that, so that someone else can help you too..

Locked BL's try this please..
1.. Flash 4.1.2 firmware [using flashtool]
2. root it ..whatever tool u use to root
3.. now download 4.3 ftf and open flashtool
know tricky part
see this image http://www.flashtool.net/sshot2.php
remember untick [ Wpe Data , cache and apps log]
and flash it .. know your firmware will boot and u wil have root without unlocking boot loader

rebelos said:
Locked BL's try this please..
1.. Flash 4.1.2 firmware [using flashtool]
2. root it ..whatever tool u use to root
3.. now download 4.3 ftf and open flashtool
know tricky part
see this image http://www.flashtool.net/sshot2.php
remember untick [ Wpe Data , cache and apps log]
and flash it .. know your firmware will boot and u wil have root without unlocking boot loader
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If you flash 4.3 on top of 4.1.2 won't it wipe system including root? Or did I not get it. If you think it will work I can try it later.
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Antrikos48 said:
If you flash 4.3 on top of 4.1.2 won't it wipe system including root? Or did I not get it. If you think it will work I can try it later.
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try this methoed as it is .. cause for me it saved me many times

Antrikos48 said:
If you flash 4.3 on top of 4.1.2 won't it wipe system including root? Or did I not get it. If you think it will work I can try it later.
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That's what I thought. I'll try it now though.

Any developments on @rebelos 's method?
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paper13579 said:
Any developments on @rebelos 's method?
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As expected it didn't work. It wipes /system and then flashes the one from the .ftf.

Well, I have rooted my phone with flashing 4.1 kernel and then this SuperSU app from here.
http://download.chainfire.eu/382/SupeSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.93.zip
Then again flashed 4.3 kernel.
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rebelos said:
Locked BL's try this please..
1.. Flash 4.1.2 firmware [using flashtool]
2. root it ..whatever tool u use to root
3.. now download 4.3 ftf and open flashtool
know tricky part
see this image http://www.flashtool.net/sshot2.php
remember untick [ Wpe Data , cache and apps log]
and flash it .. know your firmware will boot and u wil have root without unlocking boot loader
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I think this method might work.
Bcz if we select not to wipe user data, it will keep the user apps and data, I'm not sure what happens with system apps and SuperSu is system app, yeah?
Possibly it won't.
This is just my guess.
It will keep the SuperSU app but it will not have the "root" power.
It's just a guess, someone must try on locked bootloaders.

it's work?
did u try it?
:good:

jafarfaris said:
it's work?
did u try it?
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I haven't, as i have unlocked bootloader.
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jafarfaris said:
it's work?
did u try it?
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No it doesn't work. I have already tried it. I'm still trying to think of a way to root. Nothing I have tried so far has come remotely close.

Simple Root without flashing Room

Hi all, its possible root only the Xperia Z1 Compact, or must flashing the room??? thanks, example , exist a 1 click root for this device, with 4.3 JB ??
thanks

riptor2015 said:
exist a 1 click root for this device, with 4.3 JB ??
thanks
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NO!

Im completely new to both sony and android phones, but the guides on this forum are great, just read and make sure you understand everything before you start and rooting is pretty simple
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munch77 said:
Im completely new to both sony and android phones, but the guides on this forum are great, just read and make sure you understand everything before you start and rooting is pretty simple
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I would say the exact opposite. Coming from Samsung Devices it a real pain to complete 21 (!) steps in order to root your phone.

sachilleas said:
I would say the exact opposite. Coming from Samsung Devices it a real pain to complete 21 (!) steps in order to root your phone.
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Have to agree, been trying all night with various guides on the forum

@sachilleas & @fuzz321
Well, it is't one-click process, but you can only thanks to current absence of any working exploit for 4.3+ sony devices... But I have to agree with @munch77 , guides here are really great