.307 already out in taiwan? - Sony Xperia ZL

http://www.5i01.cn/topicdetail.php?f=569&t=3392035&p=1
Can any one confirm if the .307 is already out? No one shared the file? Available for c6503 too?

finoqq84 said:
http://www.5i01.cn/topicdetail.php?f=569&t=3392035&p=1
Can any one confirm if the .307 is already out? No one shared the file? Available for c6503 too?
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DoubleYouPee said:
http://translate.google.nl/translat...w.5i01.cn/topicdetail.php?f=569&t=3392035&p=1
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From what I see there in the picture is the same build date and hour like 253??so I think is a fake
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app

nutzuTo said:
From what I see there in the picture is the same build date and hour like 253??so I think is a fake
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app
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you're good

The answer is yes
I'm from Taiwan.
The answer is "yes".
I have updated my ZL(C6502) to 307.
But there wasn't 253 upgrade before 307.
so the latest version change is just 434→307 from getting my ZL.
(Sorry for my poor English)

AKo Kuan said:
I'm from Taiwan.
The answer is "yes".
I have updated my ZL(C6502) to 307.
But there wasn't 253 upgrade before 307.
so the latest version change is just 434→307 from getting my ZL.
(Sorry for my poor English)
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I do confirm. .307 is available for C6502 series. (TW customization)

Androxyde said:
I do confirm. .307 is available for C6502 series. (TW customization)
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Probably because they skip the 253 so 307 is 253
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app

AKo Kuan said:
I'm from Taiwan.
The answer is "yes".
I have updated my ZL(C6502) to 307.
But there wasn't 253 upgrade before 307.
so the latest version change is just 434→307 from getting my ZL.
(Sorry for my poor English)
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Finally we got someone who had the update, can you please help us to share the ftf file?
Below are the steps;
Stage 1 = Installation
Stage 2 = Getting files to create an FTF
Stage 3 = Creating FTF
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO AVOID DATA LOSS
Tools required:
1. Flashtool . Latest version can be found here
2. Sony Update Service Direct link to download is here
3. JRE may be required if Sony Update Service doesn't install it for you, can be found here
4. LOCKED BOOTLOADER is required otherwise sony update service will reject your phone.
Currently there is no way to relock bootloader, if you are unlocked you will need to wait till we have a relock procedure
Stage 1 - Installation
Step 1. Install Flashtool using the installer file downloaded above, this should normally install in C:\Flashtool
Step 2. Install Sony Update Service, IT is better if you install it to the directory C:\Sony Update Service\
when it asks you where to install, This will make things easier and quicker when creating the FTF. and this is what i will refer to in this guide
*Step 3. Install JRE ONLY if Sony Update Service fails to install it or it does not run.
Stage 2 - Getting files to create an FTF
Step 1. Load up Sony Update Service, will ask you to accept license whenever you run it with some tips before you start, CLICK START
Step 2. Next it will ask you to connect your phone, Switch off your phone, Keep hold of volume down and plug your usb into the phone. Your phone LED will briefly flash Red then Green
Step 3. SUS will tell you, you are already up to date, Tick the box and Click install
Step 4. SUS will ask you to confirm data removal, and inform you all DATA will be lost, CLICK YES
NOTE: You will not lose your data if you click yes and then follow the rest of the instructions,
Step 5. SUS will start to download the official firmware for your device, it will not install anything to your device till it has finished downloading all the firmware,
MAKE SURE YOU KEEP AN EYE ON IT AS SOON AS IT HITS 100%, PULL YOUR USB OUT OF YOUR PC ASAP, RAPID, QUICK, FAST WHATEVER OTHERWISE YOU WILL END UP FLASHING FACTORY FIRMWARE AND LOSE DATA
If you pull it out before 100% the download will stop and you will have to follow steps 1 to 5 again, it will resume from where it left off.
At this point i pulled my USB OUT STRAIGHT AWAY ! BEFORE IT TRIED FLASHING MY PHONE
Your Download will be saved in your C Drive > Sony Update Service > DB > some numbers (mine was 13740270) > blob_fs
But at this point it is not in FTF and will need decrypting
Stage 3 - CREATING YOUR FTF
Step 1. Load up flash tool. Once it has opened, click Tools on the menu bar at the top THEN SUES/DECRYPT
Step 2. Click Browse and select your blob_fs folder we discussed above C: > Sony Update Service > DB> ####some number#### > blob_fs
This will show you 4 files, not sure if some might show more or less, but generally 4 on the left in Available files
Step 3. Click on each file then the arrow to send it to files to convert then click convert, Note if it is not doing anything be patient, Decrypting can take several minutes and it will not update you until each file is fully decrypted.
Step 4. Once it has decrypted, it will automatically bring up the Bundler. Give your FTF a name, Version and Branding, see how i named mine.
Move across everything EXCEPT LOADER.SIN from the folder list on the left to the firmware content on the right using the arrows.
If you include loader.sin then you get an error when flashing with flashtool and flashing aborts! this is why i have requested you do not move/include it
Step 5. Click create, a little box will pop up with devices, just double click on C660X SONY Xperia Z or press ENTER
Step 6. Flash tool will then create your FTF, It will automatically save it in C:\Flashtool\Firmwares and also whenever you load flashtool and flash in flashmode it will show you the one you created.
Thanks to xl VipeR lx
Or please refer this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2188129 for visual aid.
EDIT POST : New steps of creating FTF file by xl VipeR lx

butatx said:
Finally we got someone who had the update, can you please help us to share the ftf file?
Below are the steps;
1) Download the sony update service (SUS) from: http://www.sonymobile.com/in/tools/update-service/
2) Flash your phone with the latest software available using SUS. [You'll need this step to get the temporary files required to create the ftf]
3) Go to:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony Mobile\Update Service\db\13740270\blob_fs
********[ Replace 'Program Files (x86)' with 'Program Files' in case of a 32 bit computer]********
4) create a folder "Source_files" in C:\
5) You'll find 3 larger files with filenames like "file_#########".One large file (~400MB) and 2 smaller files (~14MB and ~64KB) .Copy those 3
files to "C:\Source_files"
********[Ignore the files with filename like "ICON_#####...."]********
6) Download and install the latest flashtool from here: http://androxyde.github.com/
5) Run FlashTool
6) Click Advanced > Decrypt Files
7)Select source folder : "C:\Source_files"
8) From Files, select all (Click & Ctrl + A) and click -> to move the 3 files to "Files to convert"
9) Click OK
10) Wait till it finishes...
11) From Folder list, select all (Click & Ctrl + A) and click -> to move all files to Firmware content.
12) If it is ICS, tick the Disable Final Verification Check
13) On Device write the model [ex. Xperia U (ST25i)], on Version write the firmware version (Ex. 6.1.1.B.1.10) , on Branding write the local
(Ex.Indian or Italian etc.)
14) Click OK
16) Wait till the process finishes...
********[You'll get "Finished bundle creation" message on the log]********
17) When it finishes the .ftf file can be found on "C:\Flashtool\firmwares"
********************* FOR THOSE WHO HAVE USED PCC (PC COMPANION) TO UPDATE THEIR PHONE********************************
For PCC you need to go to
C:\ProgramData\Sony Ericsson\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs IN STEP 3 And then follow the rest of the guide from STEP 4
Thanks to Deadmask (howthread.php?t=2075736)
Or please refer this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2188129 by xl Viper lx
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you better make a thread for this tutorial, maybe someone can read and share their FTF file.
btw good tutorial :highfive:

butatx said:
Finally we got someone who had the update, can you please help us to share the ftf file?
Below are the steps;
Stage 1 = Installation
Stage 2 = Getting files to create an FTF
Stage 3 = Creating FTF
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO AVOID DATA LOSS
Tools required:
1. Flashtool . Latest version can be found here
2. Sony Update Service Direct link to download is here
3. JRE may be required if Sony Update Service doesn't install it for you, can be found here
4. LOCKED BOOTLOADER is required otherwise sony update service will reject your phone.
Currently there is no way to relock bootloader, if you are unlocked you will need to wait till we have a relock procedure
Stage 1 - Installation
Step 1. Install Flashtool using the installer file downloaded above, this should normally install in C:\Flashtool
Step 2. Install Sony Update Service, IT is better if you install it to the directory C:\Sony Update Service\
when it asks you where to install, This will make things easier and quicker when creating the FTF. and this is what i will refer to in this guide
*Step 3. Install JRE ONLY if Sony Update Service fails to install it or it does not run.
Stage 2 - Getting files to create an FTF
Step 1. Load up Sony Update Service, will ask you to accept license whenever you run it with some tips before you start, CLICK START
Step 2. Next it will ask you to connect your phone, Switch off your phone, Keep hold of volume down and plug your usb into the phone. Your phone LED will briefly flash Red then Green
Step 3. SUS will tell you, you are already up to date, Tick the box and Click install
Step 4. SUS will ask you to confirm data removal, and inform you all DATA will be lost, CLICK YES
NOTE: You will not lose your data if you click yes and then follow the rest of the instructions,
Step 5. SUS will start to download the official firmware for your device, it will not install anything to your device till it has finished downloading all the firmware,
MAKE SURE YOU KEEP AN EYE ON IT AS SOON AS IT HITS 100%, PULL YOUR USB OUT OF YOUR PC ASAP, RAPID, QUICK, FAST WHATEVER OTHERWISE YOU WILL END UP FLASHING FACTORY FIRMWARE AND LOSE DATA
If you pull it out before 100% the download will stop and you will have to follow steps 1 to 5 again, it will resume from where it left off.
At this point i pulled my USB OUT STRAIGHT AWAY ! BEFORE IT TRIED FLASHING MY PHONE
Your Download will be saved in your C Drive > Sony Update Service > DB > some numbers (mine was 13740270) > blob_fs
But at this point it is not in FTF and will need decrypting
Stage 3 - CREATING YOUR FTF
Step 1. Load up flash tool. Once it has opened, click Tools on the menu bar at the top THEN SUES/DECRYPT
Step 2. Click Browse and select your blob_fs folder we discussed above C: > Sony Update Service > DB> ####some number#### > blob_fs
This will show you 4 files, not sure if some might show more or less, but generally 4 on the left in Available files
Step 3. Click on each file then the arrow to send it to files to convert then click convert, Note if it is not doing anything be patient, Decrypting can take several minutes and it will not update you until each file is fully decrypted.
Step 4. Once it has decrypted, it will automatically bring up the Bundler. Give your FTF a name, Version and Branding, see how i named mine.
Move across everything EXCEPT LOADER.SIN from the folder list on the left to the firmware content on the right using the arrows.
If you include loader.sin then you get an error when flashing with flashtool and flashing aborts! this is why i have requested you do not move/include it
Step 5. Click create, a little box will pop up with devices, just double click on C660X SONY Xperia Z or press ENTER
Step 6. Flash tool will then create your FTF, It will automatically save it in C:\Flashtool\Firmwares and also whenever you load flashtool and flash in flashmode it will show you the one you created.
Thanks to xl VipeR lx
Or please refer this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2188129 for visual aid.
EDIT POST : New steps of creating FTF file by xl VipeR lx
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Deeply appreciate your detailed guidance. :good:
But i'm just a primer android user.
Not much understanding about above procedures.
(Actually don't want to lose the warranty so soon and afraid of my only cellphone die in my hand)
So i will search for someone more professional (in our local forum) to do these things.
Still a possibility that no one wants to help......i'll try
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AKo Kuan said:
Deeply appreciate your detailed guidance. :good:
But i'm just a primer android user.
Not much understanding about above procedures.
(Actually don't want to lose the warranty so soon and afraid of my only cellphone die in my hand)
So i will search for someone more professional (in our local forum) to do these things.
Still a possibility that no one wants to help......i'll try
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Just found a FTF link in forum Mobile01
But can't post the link because I'm beginner of xda....:crying:
If u need please send private messages to me. (can I type link in messages?)

Just found a FTF link in forum Mobile01
But can't post the link because I'm beginner of xda....:crying:
If u need please send private messages to me. (can I type link in messages?)
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You got pm, you can share the link with me in PM and i'll share it here.
Thanks in advance :good:
UPDATE : I found the link already, here http://depositfiles.com/files/pjyn86y0z, thanks for the hint

butatx said:
You got pm, you can share the link with me in PM and i'll share it here.
Thanks in advance :good:
UPDATE : I found the link already, here http://depositfiles.com/files/pjyn86y0z, thanks for the hint
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I try to download from the link about 10 times
but all failed

paullu said:
I try to download from the link about 10 times
but all failed
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I'm downloading, currently at 6%, my internet speed is very slow average 50kb/s
Actually i has to use OpenDNS server address, depositfile has been block in my country
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paullu said:
I try to download from the link about 10 times
but all failed
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I'm downloading, currently at 6%, my internet speed is very slow average 50kb/s
Actually i has to use OpenDNS server address, depositfile has been blocked in my country

butatx said:
You got pm, you can share the link with me in PM and i'll share it here.
Thanks in advance :good:
UPDATE : I found the link already, here http://depositfiles.com/files/pjyn86y0z, thanks for the hint
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Ok guys I have uploaded file to mediafire here is the link
Let me know if i am not suppose to share this file. I will remove the link then.

shah_vm said:
Ok guys I have uploaded file to mediafire here is the link
Let me know if i am not suppose to share this file. I will remove the link then.
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The ones that they have 6502 can try it
Sent from my C6506 using xda app-developers app

Can this firmware be used on C6503 LTE ?

finoqq84 said:
Can this firmware be used on C6503 LTE ?
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You can flash the rom but won't have the LTE band.

Related

[Q] rooting uk 4.0.4 build 4.1.L.0.8 arc s

i have a lt18i arc s with android 4.0.4 build 4.1.L.0.8 there are loads of threads on here but not are for this version, can someone point me in the correct direction.
i went on the sony developers blog and used the *#*#service#*#* and phone software version is:
1253-8238_4.1.L.0.8
GENERIC-user
all the posts have 4.1.B.0.431 not 4.1.L.0.8 i really would like root access and im stuck
It doesn't matter what build it is. The procedure is the same for all ROMs:
0. backup important things
1. downgrade to .403 (only kernel)
2. root (doomlord)
4. upgrade back to .404 (only kernel)
5. enjoy
LE. Whoops! Sorry! Now I notice that really exists a new firmware certified on 19 june. Anyway, you still can flash a *.431 fw.
ctinro said:
It doesn't matter what build it is. The procedure is the same for all ROMs:
0. backup important things
1. downgrade to .403 (only kernel)
2. root (doomlord)
4. upgrade back to .404 (only kernel)
5. enjoy
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can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
deanage1983 said:
can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
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Can't root same build number 4.1.B.0.431 ?
l3lieveOne said:
Can't root same build number 4.1.B.0.431 ?
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now im confused?
deanage1983 said:
can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
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Here it is.
In this thread it is somehow different from what I said.
But, essentially, I did what I said: I had already the .404 installed, I downgraded to .403 flashing the `ready to root` (do not wipe anything [unchecked all], and leave kernel only [check all but kernel]), than rooted the phone and, finally, upgrading back to .404 using the initial kernel only.
ctinro said:
Here it is.
In this thread it is somehow different from what I said.
But, essentially, I did what I said: I had already the .404 installed, I downgraded to .403 flashing the `ready to root` (do not wipe anything [unchecked all], and leave kernel only [check all but kernel]), than rooted the phone and, finally, upgrading back to .404 using the initial kernel only.
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thanks i will do just that
which do i use greece or iberia?
im in uk and have lt18i arc s
deanage1983 said:
which do i use greece or iberia? im in uk and have lt18i arc s
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It does not matter, as long as you are on the old continent
I used Central European. Maybe Generic Global World?
ctinro said:
It does not matter, as long as you are on the old continent
I used Central European. Maybe Generic Global World?
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please excuse my ignorance but what do you mean "old continent" ?
deanage1983 said:
please excuse my ignorance but what do you mean "old continent" ?
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old continent = Europe
Sorry, it was a joke on the fact that Great Britain is an island. Nothing irreverent.
Root Xperia Arc LT18i 4.1.L.0.8
deanage1983 said:
i have a lt18i arc s with android 4.0.4 build 4.1.L.0.8 there are loads of threads on here but not are for this version, can someone point me in the correct direction.
i went on the sony developers blog and used the *#*#service#*#* and phone software version is:
1253-8238_4.1.L.0.8
GENERIC-user
all the posts have 4.1.B.0.431 not 4.1.L.0.8 i really would like root access and im stuck
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Perfect guide for rooting U.K. Three Xperia Arc LT18i 4.1.L.0.8 only...
Rooting your mobile may void the warranty and you are doing it at your own risk. Sony would be in no way responsible for any damage...
Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
================================================== ==================================================
You should have
Flashtool
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
------Download------
1 ) Arc S - Kernel
http://www.4shared.com/file/qNTvdPI6/Lt18i_41A0562_Kernel.html
2) Go to C:/ Drive > flashtool > firmwares > delete everything present and Put the kernel
3) Run Flashtool click on the flashing icon ( left side below "file" option)
Select flashmode > ok
Setup should be like this > select OK
Follow the steps connect your mobile and flash.
Flashtool may show error after flashing kernel, no worries. Even your build number, android version won't change. Everything would remain same. So please don't go to phone settings to check anything
4) After flashing restart your device, It may not start completely, may remain at Sony logo or blank/black.
Whatever the status is, just restart your device and proceed with the rooting--->
( Make sure you close flashtool before running the rooting toolkit )
Now connect your mobile to PC and Root Your Phone
If you face problem in downloading the toolkit then here it is
http://www.mediafire.com/?7dp5k73by10inbf
[ READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY! ]
This script will:__________
1.root ur device using "andorid emulator" trick
2.install Busybox (1.18.4)
3.install SU files (ICS specific)
4.do some checks for free space, tmp directory (will remove Google Maps if required)
Before u begin:___________
1.make sure u have installed adb drivers for ur device
2.enable "USB DEBUGGING" - from (Menu\Settings\Developer Options\Development)
3.enable "UNKNOWN SOURCES" - from (Menu\Settings\Security)
4.[OPTIONAL] increase screen timeout to 10 minutes
5.connect USB cable to PHONE and then connect to PC
6.skip "PC Companion Software" prompt on device
[ WARNING ]
make sure that no other adb server is running in background (e.g.: Flashtool, PCC, SEUS) and disable any antivirus
[ How to install? ]
1.extract ALL the files in the zip
2.now just double click on "runme.bat"
3.sit back read the on screen instructions
4.the device will reboot a couple of times
5.when the script finishes it will say "ALL DONE"
5) Download 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel here....
http://www.4shared.com/zip/u6W3yREf/LT18i_41L08_Kernel.html
Credits goes to Androxyde, Bin4ry, Doomlord
and
Dhruv Shah for uploading 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel

[Tutorial][ION] Flashing Firmware and Rooting (Updated 15/11/2012)

[FONT=Albany, Arial]Flashing latest firmware (upgrading & updating) and rooting[/FONT]
For Sony Xperia ION LT28 Series – Locked and Unlocked Boot loaders.
THIS TUTORIAL IS IS NOT APPLICABLE FOR ROOTING ICS 6.1.E.3.7 LT28i and LT28h FIRMWARES.
To root these firmwares:
1. Follow Spectre's thread for Pre-rooted firmwares
OR
2. My thread for flashing stock kernel with root. (unlocked boot loaders only)
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This guide is for everyone who wishes to flash the latest ION firmware and then proceed on to root it.
Though this guide is for Xperia ION, but I suppose, this is quite universal and applicable to all Xperia Phones.
Read carefully and understand clearly the process before starting the actual process of flashing. When in doubt, ask your queries in this forum and wait for it to get answered.
The Xperia ION Lt28 exists in 4 variants.
AT&T version with LTE. ( Lt28at )
Rogers Version with LTE. ( Lt28rogers )
International Version with LTE. ( Lt28i )
Version without LTE. ( Lt28h )
Getting Ready
There a a few very essential things that need to be sorted out before you could flash a firmware. I am listing them below.
Connecting the phone to the PC and making it recognize the phone.
(Windows only):
When you connect the phone to the PC for the first time, the phone will prompt you to install the PC Companion S/w on your pc. Go ahead and Install it. In addition to this, essential drivers required for connectivity will also be installed. In windows , both MTP and MSC modes of connectivity work. MTP mode allows access to both Internal and External SD card. MSC mode will allow access of only the External SD card.
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(Linux Only):
It is a little tricky in the case of linux to achieve connectivity. The following are the steps you need to follow:
1. Open Command Window, “ terminal” in case of Gnome base Linux and “konsole” in the case of KDE based Linux. It should be easily accessable through menu.
2. Inside the Command Window type “ sudo gedit /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules” if you are using Gnome or “sudo kwrite /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules” for KDE.
3. Add the below lines into the file and save it.
#Sony Ericsson
SUBSYSTEM=="usb", ATTR{idVendor}=="0fce", MODE="0666"
4. Execute the following command from command window:
chmod a+r /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules
5. Restart Linux now.
6. Connect the phone to the PC, open Command Window and type “ lsusb” without the quotes and press Enter. You should see an output, and you should see a line with the following:
ID 0fce:6177 Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB
7. If you don't see it, then you have made a mistake in the previous steps. Retrace the steps again to see that they are correct.
8. Open the phone, go to settings and select Xperia Settings and then select connectivity. Select USB Connection mode as “ Mass Storage Mode (MSC)”. The MTP mode does not work in linux. The support is not yet available.
9. Now when you connect the phone to the Pc it will mount the external_sd card automatically.
The above steps just ensures that the Phone is recognized by the PC and
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Download and Install flashtool and Drivers:
Download flashtool:
Link1 ( http://androxyde.github.com/)
Link 2 Linux ( http://www.sendspace.com/file/0pz8ru)
Link3 Windows ( http://www.mediafire.com/?9d64a4twrqd3w7y)
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Install Drivers:
( Windows Only) After installing Flashtool, navigate into the flashtool folder and go into drivers folder. Double click on the Flashtool-drivers.exe to install the drivers. Restart the computer. This step is not required for Linux Users.
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Download and Install Android Sdk. (Not Mandatory)
Downloading Android Sdk:
Android Sdk can be downloaded from here. ( http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html)
Click on the “SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS” to check that you sysytem meets the minimum requirement.
The downloads are under “SDK Tools Only” section.
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Setting up Android Sdk:
( Windows Only) Installing in Windows is as simple as clicking in the downloaded exe. After installing, start the Sdk Manager. In windows it can be accessed from the start menu. Select Tools Checkbox and then Install Button. Wait for the installation to complete.
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Set up the PATH environment variable to access adb:
( Windows 7)
Select Computer from the Start menu
Choose System Properties from the context menu
Click Advanced system settings > Advanced tab
Click on Environment Variables, under System Variables, find PATH, and click on it.
At the end add the path to android-sdk tools and platform-tools folder.
(Windows XP)
Start -> Control Panel -> System -> Advanced
Click on Environment Variables, under System Variables, find PATH, and click on it.
At the end add the path to android-sdk tools and platform-tools folder.
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Setting up Android Sdk:
(Linux Only)
Right click on the downloaded .tgz file and extract it. Probably, it will create a folder “android-sdk-linux”. Copy the folder to root of your home. Open the file manager and navigate to the android-sdk-linux/tools folder and click on android script to execute it.
It will start the Android Sdk Manager. Select Tools Checkbox and then Install Button. Wait for the installation to complete.
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Set up the PATH environment variable to access adb:
(Linux Only)
Now to set up the PATH environment variable to access adb. For this you need to edit the .bashrc file to setup the path so that adb can be accessed by just typing the command.
Open the command window and type “gedit ~/.bashrc” or “kwrite ~/.bashrc” and add the following lines and save it.
export PATH=${PATH}:~/android-sdk-linux/tools
export PATH=${PATH}:~/android-sdk-linux/platform-tools
Restart the PC.
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Proceed to POST#2 for FLASHING Steps.
Flashing and Rooting ICS on any Xperia ION
Flashing Firmware:
Now comes the easiest part.
So if you have completed the steps from post#1, then you are ready to flash the firmwares. It does not matter if your ION is on Gingerbread or Ice Cream Sandwich, the process of flashing remains the same. Flashing firmwares does not require Bootloader's to be Unlocked.
First and foremost you need to downlod the latest firmware for your Phone. So you head over to this site.
Firmware Links ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1752345 )
After downloading the firmware, follow the Screen shot attachments with the steps below:
1. Start flashtool and click the lightening icon.
2 .Select Flash Mode.
3 .Select firmware to flash.
4. Click OK to start flash.
5. When the screen 5 pop's up, power down the phone. Press power + volume down button simultaneously. If the green led lights up, then the phone is in flash mode.
Flashtool will start flashing automatically. Once it is done flashing, it will show a message that the phone is disconnected.
Now detach the usb cable from the phone and press the power button to start the phone.
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Proceed to POST#3 for ROOTING Steps
Rooting:
FOR LOCKED BOOT LOADERS
As per the developer of this method, it works only on ICS and JB.
To root the phone, first you need to download the rooting kit from here.
( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31545627#post31545627 )
At the time of writing, the latest version available is Version 15. ( http://ul.to/h44f6vni )
This is known to work well with Ion.
Also there is Version 13 which works well for me. ( http://www.mediafire.com/?1q4nt6b63ooaf1s )
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This method of rooting requires the Backup & Restore utility to be installed on the phone. If it is not available by default, on your phone, download it from here. ( https://docs.google.com/file/d/0ByrrmqPijqISWElSQjV1aWVkMVk/edit?pli=1 ) and install it as a normal app.
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Now on the phone, got to settings/developer options for ICS and enable USB debugging. Without this your phone will not be recognized by adb and you won't be able to root your phone.
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Unzip the downloaded rooting kit to the place of your choice.
(Windows only) Connect the phone to the pc. Now navigate to the folder which contains the unzipped contents of the rooting kit. Click on the RunMe.bat. Now follow the instructions.
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(Linux Only) I don't know if the Linux script in the latest version works or not. But it works in the the Version 13, which i have attached to this post. Open the terminal window and navigate to the folder where you have unzipped the rooting kit. Now type the following command and follow the instructions.
chmod +x runme.sh
sudo ./runme.sh
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FOR UNLOCKED BOOT LOADERDS
Flash the stock kernel with Root + Cwm + Init.d support.
Download this kernel.elf and flash it using flashtool.
The Download links and Instructions are on the OP of THIS post.
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LINKS
Here is Captainkrtek's ADB GUIDE
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very well put together guide. thx
now need root instructions for ICS
vladvertigo said:
now need root instructions for ICS
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Rooting method of Xperia S works on our phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1742992
This should go in a sticky as installing ice with LTE too many threads and right now.
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium
Updated Post 2 with rooting method for ICS.
I used this to root before you posted it but it slowed ICS down to point out was almost unusable. Any thoughts on why? Did I screw something up maybe?
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Recon Freak said:
I used this to root before you posted it but it slowed ICS down to point out was almost unusable. Any thoughts on why? Did I screw something up maybe?
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium
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I followed the above instructions as it is. I had pre-rooted gingerbread.
ICS is pretty fast, not as fast as Gb, but no lags either.
May be some problem with the ICS Rom zip. Try downloading it again. None have reported this problem.
I'm running it now and it flies. But as soon as I root it happens. I tried it twice from stock ATT and generic .111.
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Am I reading wrong? But I currently have ICS. So do I need to like re flash gingerbread then go back to ICS?
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wolf0491 said:
Am I reading wrong? But I currently have ICS. So do I need to like re flash gingerbread then go back to ICS?
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion
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I think You will need to. Both the batch files need to be executed, to be able to get root.
ganeshbiyer said:
I think You will need to. Both the batch files need to be executed, to be able to get root.
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That's just annoying haha. I'll wait
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion
So I want to make sure I have this straight!
I have a stock ATT Ion 2.3.7
3. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
4. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
5. Run Step 1.bat
6. Install Ice Cream Sandwich without wiping anything.
(wipe data, wipe cache and wipe apps log are not selected).
Once flashing is done, start the phone manually. It does not reboot automatically.
7. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
8. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
9. Run step 2.bat
And this will give me ROOTED ICS 4.0.4 with locked bootloader?
Then what do I flash to get my LTE radio back? Just the Stock ATT baseband?
Sorry for the noobish question, my Ion is less than a week old and I havent picked insurance through best buy yet so I don't want to brick before I insure it
vpllover said:
So I want to make sure I have this straight!
I have a stock ATT Ion 2.3.7
3. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
4. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
5. Run Step 1.bat
6. Install Ice Cream Sandwich without wiping anything.
(wipe data, wipe cache and wipe apps log are not selected).
Once flashing is done, start the phone manually. It does not reboot automatically.
7. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
8. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
9. Run step 2.bat
And this will give me ROOTED ICS 4.0.4 with locked bootloader?
Then what do I flash to get my LTE radio back? Just the Stock ATT baseband?
Sorry for the noobish question, my Ion is less than a week old and I havent picked insurance through best buy yet so I don't want to brick before I insure it
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Download the stock GB AT&T, when flash de-select all wipes. Checked everything esle below that Except baseband.
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Thanks for the guide. I had to do it solo, You might want to add in to guide for the noobs how to get into flash mode.
Where is the att ftf files located? Just in case something goes wrong
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erichall82 said:
Where is the att ftf files located? Just in case something goes wrong
Sent from my LT28at using XDA Premium App
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Firmwares are stickied at the top of the ion General forum.
ganeshbiyer said:
Rooting method of Xperia S works on our phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1742992
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FYI - this does have CWM in it, but because it was designed for the Xperia S it doesn't work completely. If someone would be so kind to redesign the CWM in that file for us that would be awesome!

Files needed

hi all
i need two of below files as i have accidentally deleted FTFs of 4.4.2 and 4.4.3 and dont wona download whole 1+1 2 GB on my slow internet connection
1. kernal.sin from 4.4.2
2. kernal.sin from 4.4.3
those who dont know how to get this from FTF do follow below very easy steps
1. go to FTF folder
2. right click on ftf and select open with and select win rar
3. now you will see all the file inside
Note: to avoid confusion after each extract rename and give kernal(4.4.3 and 4.4.2) names
thank you
i am asking this to just root back
i had removed root to test all available root tools as well as exploits but sony did tough job with this and patched hard
here https://mega.co.nz/#!jZtl1SCQ!kGHRusA61LUY7n9gL0980ZDpv1jKz2U0bljeMoo66-w
Andrey Piekas said:
here https://mega.co.nz/#!jZtl1SCQ!kGHRusA61LUY7n9gL0980ZDpv1jKz2U0bljeMoo66-w
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not able to access mega in my country even phone app is not responding could you please use google drive or dev host
thank
also please attach
loader.sin
meta-inf folder
for each one
thanks
chauhanjayc said:
hi all
i need two of below files as i have accidentally deleted FTFs of 4.4.2 and 4.4.3 and dont wona download whole 1+1 2 GB on my slow internet connection
1. kernal.sin from 4.4.2
2. kernal.sin from 4.4.3
those who dont know how to get this from FTF do follow below very easy steps
1. go to FTF folder
2. right click on ftf and select open with and select win rar
3. now you will see all the file inside
Note: to avoid confusion after each extract rename and give kernal(4.4.3 and 4.4.2) names
thank you
i am asking this to just root back
i had removed root to test all available root tools as well as exploits but sony did tough job with this and patched hard
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Maybe this noob can help u sir
Thank a lot mr super noob

How do I get to root on my Xperia T3 D5106 ???

Friends, I'm there one week direct non-stop trying to root on my Sony Xperia T3 (D5106) 18.1.A.2.25 version, do not know what else to do, I've tried all the tutorials xda forum .. all give error .. when I give in flash D5103 model, error appears here, my T3 only works on the D5106 model .. How do I get to root on my Xperia T3 D5106 ??? For God's sake = ( :crying:
You can follow the tutorials found in other threads like http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-t3/help/how-to-root-xperia-t3-18-1-2-25-t3007487 or http://help.howproblemsolution.com/1377446/tutorial-root-xperia-t3-firmware-18-1-a-2-25 that show how to root a D5103. It works altough your phone will complain at startup that you have the wrong version (but it still works). To circunvent this you must flash an ftf file for the D5106. If you don´t find one you can generate your own ftf with flashtool, that should be installed in c:\flashtool.
1) start flashtool and go to Devices/Check Updates. Double click on D510X then click on D5106 tab. If you find the brand of your phone, double click it and flashtool will start downloading. If you don´t find your brand, you can add it to the list in flashtool\devices\D510X\D5106\custlist.properties. In my case I added 1 line with "1286-6141=AMERICAS-LTE" without the quotes. You find this information about your phone in C:\program data\Sony\Sony PC Companion\<youremei>\default-capability.xml , almost at the end under <filesystem> <productnumber> and <cdf> <productnumber>.
Save custlist.properties and you will see your brand in flashtool. Be patient waiting for download - it will bring almost 1 GB.
2) when download is finished, flashtool will automatically decrypt the filesets and open the "Bundler". There you should mark the whole folder list and move it to the right to the "firmware content". Now you can click on "create" and your ftf will be generated in the firmwares folder.
If the process ends successfully you will have generated an ftf and a torrent file.
Follow the steps in the tutorial to flash the .14 firmware, run the rootkit to root your device and use your generated ftf to flash the .25 firmware. Flash only the Kernel and unmark the wipe Data in flashtool.
I hope this helps, since it worked for me. happy flashing
Hey @low-rider, your method worked perfectly on my D5106 Thanks:good:
anyone can help me to root my xperia t3?
What model T3 do you have?
low-rider said:
You can follow the tutorials found in other threads like http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-t3/help/how-to-root-xperia-t3-18-1-2-25-t3007487 or http://help.howproblemsolution.com/1377446/tutorial-root-xperia-t3-firmware-18-1-a-2-25 that show how to root a D5103. It works altough your phone will complain at startup that you have the wrong version (but it still works). To circunvent this you must flash an ftf file for the D5106. If you don´t find one you can generate your own ftf with flashtool, that should be installed in c:\flashtool.
1) start flashtool and go to Devices/Check Updates. Double click on D510X then click on D5106 tab. If you find the brand of your phone, double click it and flashtool will start downloading. If you don´t find your brand, you can add it to the list in flashtool\devices\D510X\D5106\custlist.properties. In my case I added 1 line with "1286-6141=AMERICAS-LTE" without the quotes. You find this information about your phone in C:\program data\Sony\Sony PC Companion\<youremei>\default-capability.xml , almost at the end under <filesystem> <productnumber> and <cdf> <productnumber>.
Save custlist.properties and you will see your brand in flashtool. Be patient waiting for download - it will bring almost 1 GB.
2) when download is finished, flashtool will automatically decrypt the filesets and open the "Bundler". There you should mark the whole folder list and move it to the right to the "firmware content". Now you can click on "create" and your ftf will be generated in the firmwares folder.
If the process ends successfully you will have generated an ftf and a torrent file.
Follow the steps in the tutorial to flash the .14 firmware, run the rootkit to root your device and use your generated ftf to flash the .25 firmware. Flash only the Kernel and unmark the wipe Data in flashtool.
I hope this helps, since it worked for me. happy flashing
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hello my friend,
i have de Xperia T3 D5106, and the last Flash tool. i don't kwon how creted the tft file.
Which folder files i have to move to the firmware content? to them Created,
Please help me
MDC413I said:
hello my friend,
i have de Xperia T3 D5106, and the last Flash tool. i don't kwon how creted the tft file.
Which folder files i have to move to the firmware content? to them Created,
Please help me
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"C:\Users\(username)\.flashTool\firmwares"

Lollipop Vived mode

New thread opened with updated files plz visit below link
keep in mind using original settings i mean stock not settings given in flashable zip
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/mod-xreality-supervivid-lollipop-t3117853
Getting force stopped man when trying to open display in setting
Plz give all the stock files to revert
(Req) I need sme folders from system/app
Iengine
Imageenchancer
Imageprocessorpermission
Intelligentbacklight
Intelligent rotation
Intelligent settings
Interface permissions
When Iam trying to port smartbacklight and smart rotation and smart call Iam getting bootloops so I deleted those files so pls send me above mentioned folders sme of them may not exist I think
pvnsai73 said:
(Req) I need sme folders from system/app
Iengine
Imageenchancer
Imageprocessorpermission
Intelligentbacklight
Intelligent rotation
Intelligent settings
Interface permissions
When Iam trying to port smartbacklight and smart rotation and smart call Iam getting bootloops so I deleted those files so pls send me above mentioned folders sme of them may not exist I think
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only two of them exist those are related to image
i am sorry but non of above exist
and how come you getting force close i didnt had any issue with attached file for vivid
chauhanjayc said:
only two of them exist those are related to image
i am sorry but non of above exist
and how come you getting force close i didnt had any issue with attached file for vivid
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Sry nw it works fine but "interface permissions" folder will be there bro in system/app
pvnsai73 said:
Sry nw it works fine but "interface permissions" folder will be there bro in system/app
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here you go
Only Locked Bootloader or works in Unlocked Bootloader??
Didn't tested on ub
Can you test and update results
In my d5322 not working on unlocked bootloader... :'(
jacitdm said:
In my d5322 not working on unlocked bootloader... :'(
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test it, works here http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/mod-xreality-supervivid-lollipop-t3117853
Thank you bro.. Its working super...
Do I need to root?
Do I need to unlock bootloader?.
Its working too for me but can't see any difference, I will try different angle... anyway thank you very much
Edit: Image enhancement working great, I see it now..... thanks again
vnnarendran said:
Do I need to root?
Do I need to unlock bootloader?.
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yes...
no, not needed
Image enhancer.apk not install show error
Hi.. Could you make it flushable zip please
stuck at boot,followed procedures,what did I do wrong?Do i need to deodex my rom?Please help
video tutorial
if anyone want video tutoriial here it is
then just go to you tube and search for tech rajat and follow up the video in my channal
U are stuck in boot loop...
100% solution...
luckly we have a way to get out of it...
Dont worry. Just follow the following steps and your phone will shine like a new one...
The following procedure is fully trust worthy and not harmful. It is supported by sony itself.
Download the androxyde flashtool first..
From here...
https://userscloud.com/kb6tr3bcuecr?_e_pi_=7,PAGE_ID10,4795418019
Now download the official .ftf file for t2 ultra
The firmware is 5.0.2 lollipop sony official
(dont worry the file is fully official)
from here..
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1AAC4lt7nzONno1N09KRDNVSUk/view?usp=sharing
Now follow the following steps carefully...
1. Firstly force shut down your t2 ultra by pressing the soft key near the slot for sim card or by pressing the power and vol up button untill you feel vibr 3 times.
2. Install the flashtool.
Flashtool will automatically create few folders in c drive
3. Paste the downloaded ftf file into 'firmware' folder in c drive>>users>>(your user name)>>.flashtool>>firmware.
4. Open the flashtool and let the process complete.
(open 'flashtool x86')
5. Now minimise the flashtool and again go to the flashtool folder.
You will find a folder for 'flashtool drivers.'
run the containing file.
Now you need to install the drivers required for the process.
Select (check) drivers for 'fastboot,flashmode,xperia t2 ultra drivers'
Say 'install'
return back to flashtool...
5. Now while keeping vol up button of t2 ultra pressed connect the phone to computer using only the original sony usb data cable.
A green led will blink.
6. The flashtool will say 'device connected in flash mode'
7. Now click on 'black lightning thunder icon' on left top corner below 'file' section.
8. Say flashmode.
9. Now the flashtool will automatically detect the ftf file for t2 ultra. If not detected browse to the folder containing ftf file.
10. Now in the 'wipe' section in the right side of flashtool window 'check' all the options like wipe appslog, cache, data.
Now click on flash and stay calm till the process ends.
11. Now when the process ends the flashtool will say ' flash complet ' dont hurry!! Do not turn on your phone..
12. First disconnect your phone from pc. Do not close the flashtool.
And now again connect your phone to pc but this time while connecting your phone to pc keep volume 'down' button pressed. A blue led will glow.
13. Flashtool will say that 'device is connected in fastboot mode'.
14. Now again click on 'black thunder icon' but this time click on 'fastboot mode'
15. Number of options will appear. Select ''reboot to system''. And your phone will automatically turn on. Now unplug the cable and enjoy...
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