[Q] How do I relock my bootloader and install stock over my custom rom? - Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion

As the thread title suggests, I want to relock my Xperia S and install a stock rom so I can use SUS and PCC again to keep my phone up to date.
I searched around and found different ways to relock the phone and how to return to the stock rom, but it's just not clear to me yet what steps I need to follow or where I can find the roms/kernels to flash. To make it clear, I want to:
1. Remove my custom rom and custom kernel and return to stock rom and kernel.
2. Relock my bootloader.
There's just so many threads with so many different stock kernels/roms and it's making me so confused. If someone could tell me what steps I need to follow and link the threads I should be using, that'd be great!

Furjoe said:
As the thread title suggests, I want to relock my Xperia S and install a stock rom so I can use SUS and PCC again to keep my phone up to date.
I searched around and found different ways to relock the phone and how to return to the stock rom, but it's just not clear to me yet what steps I need to follow or where I can find the roms/kernels to flash. To make it clear, I want to:
1. Remove my custom rom and custom kernel and return to stock rom and kernel.
2. Relock my bootloader.
There's just so many threads with so many different stock kernels/roms and it's making me so confused. If someone could tell me what steps I need to follow and link the threads I should be using, that'd be great!
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Read this one very simple steps follow those carefully
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

inclose mcheduc
I'm also asking me what to do if I want to keep my current installation. Remove CWM (how?), flash original kernel and then relock would be the steps to do, or? I tried this once by just flashing the original kernel and then locking the bootloader with flashtool but i had to do a repair installation with SEUS because my phone (LT26i) was constantly rebooting...

DiLeon said:
I'm also asking me what to do if I want to keep my current installation. Remove CWM (how?), flash original kernel and then relock would be the steps to do, or? I tried this once by just flashing the original kernel and then locking the bootloader with flashtool but i had to do a repair installation with SEUS because my phone (LT26i) was constantly rebooting...
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I was with CM10 and I reverted it to Stock ~ 1 month ago like this:
1. Relocked the BL following this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159 (Many thanks, DooMLoRD!)
2. The phone sopped booting anymore. I believe it was because I was using version that requires unlocked BL and I relocked mine.
3. I flashed a stock .55 ROM
That's all ... after that it was working fine.
PS: be sure that you have a good stock ROM. I downloaded this one from somewhere: LT26i_6.1.A.2.55_SG_Generic_(1257-6921).ftf
Good luck!

Furjoe said:
As the thread title suggests, I want to relock my Xperia S and install a stock rom so I can use SUS and PCC again to keep my phone up to date.
I searched around and found different ways to relock the phone and how to return to the stock rom, but it's just not clear to me yet what steps I need to follow or where I can find the roms/kernels to flash. To make it clear, I want to:
1. Remove my custom rom and custom kernel and return to stock rom and kernel.
2. Relock my bootloader.
There's just so many threads with so many different stock kernels/roms and it's making me so confused. If someone could tell me what steps I need to follow and link the threads I should be using, that'd be great!
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You are lucky that these members are nice enough to do your research.
Please READ the existing threads about your topic.
To find the existing threads about your topic, please SEARCH.
GOOGLE is your friend.
You have violated XDA RULE
1. Search before posting.
Use one of our search functions before posting, whether you have a question or something new to share, it's very likely someone already asked that question or shared that news.
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Also for some reason you thought that your QUESTION was good enough to put in the general forum. Well, we have a Q&A section where ALL question threads belong.
XDA RULE
15. Keep posts/threads on-topic
Whilst a minor amount of off-topic posting may be overlooked, the general rule is your posts / threads must be relevant to the Forum / thread in which you are posting.
General Forums - For news and announcements relating to your device.
Q&A Forums - For all question threads / posts. If there is no Q&A forum use the device General Forum
Accessories subforum - For posts related to accessories relevant to the phone model
Development Forums (ones with the word development in the title) - For developers to post release threads e.g. ROMs and Kernels including modifications to Kernels, Bootloaders, ROMs, etc.
Themes and Apps Forums - For themers to post Themes and App. announcements & discussions including modifications made to Apps and Themes.
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Thread moved to the correct Q&A section and closed
Another user that failed to read the XDA rules....sigh.....
~JAB

Related

How to Flash Custom ROM?

Hi,
Does anybody know any easy to follow guides or steps to installing custom roms on the Galaxy W. I have upgraded from an Xperia X8 and it seems more complex than that.
Any assistance is appreciated
andyjrobinson said:
Hi,
Does anybody know any easy to follow guides or steps to installing custom roms on the Galaxy W. I have upgraded from an Xperia X8 and it seems more complex than that.
Any assistance is appreciated
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Please read the threads in development section.
Hi,
Yeah i did check that forum but i couldnt realy find anything which is relatively easy enough to follow in order to install CWM.
I havent as yet rooted the device or done anything else. However it is running the latest Samsung firmware and isnt carrier locked.
Arco68 has posted a cwm recovery in the galaxy w hacking and development section. You can use Odin (simple way) or adb (complex way) to flash cwm. Then once this is done you can go into recovery. You will notice many things are different to standard recovery. Go into install rom rom sdcard (hint that you need a rom on ur SD) and it will flash the rom you choose. Simplez. PS. If your gonna choose a rom I'd recommend cyanogenmod (currently in alpha but not many bugs and still good)
Sent From Galaxy Wonders Cm-9
Firmware version =
Then we can guide you on the rooting method...
Sent From My Ancora ICS CM9
andyjrobinson said:
Hi,
Yeah i did check that forum but i couldnt realy find anything which is relatively easy enough to follow in order to install CWM.
I havent as yet rooted the device or done anything else. However it is running the latest Samsung firmware and isnt carrier locked.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1446593
This is one of the MUST learn for developers. I think the procedure is simple enough. Read carefully a few times, u should be able to make it.
yewsiong said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1446593
This is one of the MUST learn for developers. I think the procedure is simple enough. Read carefully a few times, u should be able to make it.
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Tnx for giving the link I was talking bout.
Sent From Galaxy Wonders Cm-9
To root your device :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1317394
Then flash CWM :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1446593
Once you done you can flash any custom ROM you want in this forum.

{PRO} [Q&A] All Xperia pro/MK16i/a iyokan Related Questions Here

Hello everyone,
if you can understand me it's very difficult digging out pro questions on the arc questions forum. Also some questions are pro specific so cannot be answered by people who are not pro users(me thinks). So please ask all pro related questions here.
Request to mods -- Please make it a sticky
A Requst to everyone.. Please read the questions below before posting.. If you have questions any other than this then please ask otherwise dont crowd up the thread unnecessarily..
Q] How do I unlock my bootloader..?
A] Check this out.. This is the official way to unlock the bootloader
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
Q] How do I root my device..?
A] Well there are many ways to get root access on your device.. You can try installing some custom ROMs or you can root the official firmware too. If you want to root the official firmware there are two ways..
1) For locked bootloaders
Make sure you are on firmware .58 or lower.. Firmware .62 cant be rooted with DoomLords root exploit or OneSuperClick.. Then use the DooMLord's root exploit to root your device..
You can get the .42/.58 firmware here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642480
You can get the DooMLord's root exploit here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320350
2) For unlocked bootloaders
Best way I would suggest to use a custom ROM but if you want to stick to the stock firmware there is a stock based kernel with root access and recovery. Flash it via flashtool.
You can get the kernel here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642480
Q] Which kernel or ROM should I use..?
A] This all depends upon you and what type of user you are. You can try flashing different kernels and ROMs and use them for a while(1-2 days) and then decide which ROM suites your use. You can get the list of all the ROMs and kernels on ameer1234567890's thread. If you are too lazy to search it here it is - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642480
Q] I'm on a SIM locked device and can't unlock my bootloader the official way but I would like to try all these ROMs available what should I do..?
A] Contact Alejandrissimo or Jinx they do it for a small fee.
Q] I see a custom ROM there for the Neo/V and as the pro and Neo/V have almost the same hardware can I flash it on my Pro..?
A] NO.. NEVER DO IT.. Maybe the pro and the Neo/V seem to be same but the hardware and the drivers on both the divices are different.. Dont try to cross flash any of the ROMS or the kernels you might end up losing your device..
More questions to be added soon..
Regards.
Request to the mods. Please add MK16a also on the topic
It might also be a good idea if the OP for this thread could also maintain an index of all other Q&As on Xperia Pro (like is done on Xperia Pro development master thread).
paul5425 said:
It might also be a good idea if the OP for this thread could also maintain an index of all other Q&As on Xperia Pro (like is done on Xperia Pro development master thread).
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I shall be adding it soon!
ameer1234567890 said:
I shall be adding it soon!
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Im doing it soon. You take care about the development.
now.i.feel said:
Im doing it soon. You take care about the development.
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Oh sorry! I got confused! This is a great effort. Let me know if you need a hand, buddy!
ameer1234567890 said:
Oh sorry! I got confused! This is a great effort. Let me know if you need a hand, buddy!
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Yea sure
I don't know how to flash CWM onto my Xperia Pro.
My phone is rooted.
I don't know how to enter fastboot either.
Any help would be nice.
Thanks!
So i would appreciate it if you included these two questions in ur FAQ in ur original post:
1. how to enter fastboot
2. how to install cwm.
convolution said:
I don't know how to flash CWM onto my Xperia Pro.
My phone is rooted.
I don't know how to enter fastboot either.
Any help would be nice.
Thanks!
So i would appreciate it if you included these two questions in ur FAQ in ur original post:
1. how to enter fastboot
2. how to install cwm.
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To enter fastboot you need to get your bootloader unlocked you can get it done by visiting the official bootloader unlock site..
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
After unlocking the bootloader you can get CWM recovery by flashing the kernel posted here depending upon the firmware you use..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25823739&postcount=1
Guys what is the difference between the OFFICIAL CM7 and the one made by FXP ie UNOFFIAL..?
I've used em both for about a month each and couldnt find any differences
What are the exact hardware driver detais for iyokan..?
Whay is the default LCD density for xperia pro
Can I use any kernel with any ROM, including the stock vanilla ROM?
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How do you install fastboot when your bootloader is unlocked?
convolution said:
Can I use any kernel with any ROM, including the stock vanilla ROM?
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No you can't. You need to use the recommended kernel by the op every time. And the stock ROM in case of Sony is not vanilla.
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How do you install fastboot when your bootloader is unlocked?
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Really sorry but you can't. Using fast boot requires an unlocked bootloader.
Sent from my Xperia Pro using XDA
Ok so if I want to unlock my bootloader via unofficial method I gotta pay ??
Sent from my MK16a using XDA
shahkam said:
Ok so if I want to unlock my bootloader via unofficial method I gotta pay ??
Sent from my MK16a using XDA
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Ya. If u want it unlocked via unofficial method you gotta pay.
Sent from my Xperia Pro using XDA
Hi,
where can I find the most newest Baseband and how do I update it?
Is any Baseband "sufficient" for any Rom or are there specifics I need to know about?
Schronk said:
Hi,
where can I find the most newest Baseband and how do I update it?
Is any Baseband "sufficient" for any Rom or are there specifics I need to know about?
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Use the baseband recommended by the author of the OP.. i would personally recommend baseband 64.. it gives a better battery life than others.. you can find baseband 64 in the fxp op..
Sent from my Xperia Pro using XDA
Difference between FXP and CM
I just don't find an answer to that, perhaps i'm not clever enough, but i've seen the question a couple of times but i never found an answer.
[EDIT]
now i found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1604170
in the last post there is the conclusion
CM9 is firmware, is a source
FXP is a team which assembles firmware for Xperia phones from cm9 sources making it workable on our smartphones.
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this could only be true for CM9 but not for CM7, because when i look at http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=iyokan there are nightly builds for CM7 and here http://uploaded.to/folder/i4fex9 you can see that they are almost equal by size..
and the changelog for FXP says most of the time only "latest cm 7.2 fixes"..and since i've seen many posts where people said they used the CM7 nightly for their Pro and it was the same as FXP i don't get whats the difference between these two.
Since i did not find any CM9 builds it could be that the conclusion is true for CM9...but since there is no repository for the device at freexperias github i don't think they make changes to the source by themself, just compile it so its CM9 compiled by "Team FXP" if i get it right
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iKevinShah said:
After recovering the phone (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1666078)
i now want to flash cm9 by fxp
do i have to flash baseband 62 (http://uploaded.to/folder/yrqfhn)?
then root
then flash kernel
then update.zip via CWM
Is this correct ?
currently on older baseband (NON ROOT)
Please guide x_x
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Yes bro... flash the latest baseband.. but u dont need to root your phone.. but an unlocked bootloader is required.. and flash the kernel then install zip via CWM
Sent from my Xperia Pro using XDA

[HELP THREAD][XPERIA S, ACRO S & ION]Ask any question. NOOB friendly

There are a lot of current users of the Xperia S/Acro S/ Sola and a lot of new users coming through here aswell. There are also a lot of questions being asked time and time again, aswell as a lot of new users being flamed and/or trolled for asking a simple question. This is filling up our Q&A and Development forums with junk which doesn't need to be there.
Instead, just point them to this thread to get all the help they require, which in turn, lessens the clutter of the forums aswell.
If you're reading this and you're a new user to XDA, I suggest you read the XDA New User Guide by mf2112, as it contains all the information you'll need to have a happy and productive time across the whole of XDA.
And please be sure to read A Note From The Moderators and WHAT BELONGS IN DEVELOPMENT aswell.
Post #2 will include the rules which I'm putting in place for this thread, which I expect you all to abide to.
It may also include an FAQ of questions which get asked fairly often, yet don't have a specific thread to find the answer. (I'm still deciding on this idea yet though). It will also include some important links for you all to check out.
In post #3 you'll find the links to different ROMs and kernels for the Xperia S. Links provided by Felimenta97.
ASK ANY RELATED QUESTION HERE,bootloader, drivers, how to root etc...... You will either get an answer here or will be given the best thread for you to go to so you can get your answer.
Even if you find your answer from one of the links provided, please come back here and look through the other threads, as you may learn something else you didn't know.
No abuse towards noobs or silly questions is tolerated here!
This is a joint project to help us all out. Special thanks to Felimenta97 for being a part of this and providing all the links in post #3.
Special thanks to neectron for also being a part of this thread and helping out those who have questions about the Xperia Sola.
Special thanks to Spectre51 for also being a part of the help available in this thread.
Thanks to all of our developers and people who created those amazing threads to help us out and thanks to everyone who reads this thread
If this post has helped you, please click the "Thanks" button rather than actually saying thanks all the time. It reduces clutter
If there's any links that I missed which you think should be included, please let me know and tell me why you think it should be posted.
I will also be requesting thread maintenance as and when it is needed to remove any SPAM comments etc.
Please make sure you have read the whole of the first post before continuing to read this.
Whilst posting in this thread, please remember that the Forum Rules (post 2) apply as always.
*No calling anyone a noob
*No making fun of someone's genuine question
*No swearing - even using *'s or other symbols is still swearing, so don't do it
*No posting useless comments/off topic comments
*No posts saying "Thanks" (I won't be so harsh if you actually click the "Thanks" button aswell")
If you break these rules, I will contact our FSMs to get the comments removed.
You may think that these rules are a little bit strict, but this thread is aimed at being as useful as possible to all of us, so I'm sure we'd all prefer it if this thread was kept as tidy as possible.
Here's some useful links to help you out :-
Xperia S - The Basics by DooMLoRD
Flashtool specifically for Xperia S by Androxyde + [FLASHTOOL GUIDE]HOW TO for n00bies by Crowds
[Tutorial] Xperia S/P/U/Sola Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking by DooMLoRD
[Guide]Rooting Xperia S ICS and GB (Locked Bootloaders) by Sharaz22
Root Method For Most ICS/JB Devices by Bin4ry
Recoveries -
{Recovery} FreeXperia - Xperia S [12.04.2012] by Bin4ry
[RECOVERY][Xperia S] DooMRecovery by DooMLoRD
The version of everything won't be displayed as it would take a lot of effort to change everything.
For now, everything will be for Xperia S and ICS only. If anyone wants, PM me or kidcarter93 and we will add GB ROMs and Kernels whenever any of us have time.
ROMs:
CyanogenMod 9.1
by FXP
CyanogenMod 10
by FXP
MIUI
by MIUI Team
AOKP JB - Kang Xperia Project
by championswimmer
KA Xperia SSpeed - Stock Based
by krabappel2548
Eracher ROM
by Eracher
[email protected] ROM
by [email protected]
ExtremeICSrom
by YousifNael
XCreaM
by c3ma138 and seburton
MessyMIUI (slightly modded MIUI)
by chiefy009
Kernels:
Xperia SSpeed kernel
by krabappel2548
Pure ICS kernel - CM9
by krabappel2548
Advanced Stock ICS Kernel
by Arakmar
XSX Kernel
by mericon
Other things:
Dual Boot for XS
by letama
Post Changelog:
15/09/12 -> Added 2 ROMs and Other things section.
Great work.
You guys should add the thread which is in general section, which teaches how to flash to a different ics firmware KEEPING THE ROOT on locked bootloaders, which is obtained using sharaz22's method.
Use the thank button, it's there for a reason
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
I've already included that one
It was below Recoveries by accident, but it's now above so it looks fine again.
Sent from my Sony Xperia S using XDA Premium
"Knowledge is power" = Read, Read, Read!
Boot loop Xperia SSpeedkernel
hello..im ed from malaysia.
i would like to ask..i just flash Xperia SSpeedkernel v6 from recovery mod and i followed all the instruction..but it seem that im trapped in the Xperia SSpeedkernel logo loop..Im on stock rom 6.1.A.2.45..how am i going to get this to work?
mred88 said:
hello..im ed from malaysia.
i would like to ask..i just flash Xperia SSpeedkernel v6 from recovery mod and i followed all the instruction..but it seem that im trapped in the Xperia SSpeedkernel logo loop..Im on stock rom 6.1.A.2.45..how am i going to get this to work?
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Hi,
The xperia sspeed kernel v6 isn't guaranteed to work on stock ROMs, even though it does work with some.
If you're able to boot into recovery, flash the Advanced Stock ICS Kernel linked in this thread and it should work fine for you.
KidCarter93 said:
Hi,
The xperia sspeed kernel v6 isn't guaranteed to work on stock ROMs, even though it does work with some.
If you're able to boot into recovery, flash the Advanced Stock ICS Kernel linked in this thread and it should work fine for you.
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thnx for the help..i guess i'll just be using the advanced stock ics kernel then..
Help, i unlocked my sony xperia s and installed roms and stuff but i don't want this anymore.. Now if i want to install an officiual upgrade like 6.1.a.2.45 then it won't upgrade, can anyone help me
baddyzme said:
Help, i unlocked my sony xperia s and installed roms and stuff but i don't want this anymore.. Now if i want to install an officiual upgrade like 6.1.a.2.45 then it won't upgrade, can anyone help me
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To use Sony programs again (not including MEDIA GO) you would have to relock your bootloader. But you can download the firmware you want and use Flashtool to flash it on your phone.
I will add later a link to a thread with the stock firmware.
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
baddyzme said:
Help, i unlocked my sony xperia s and installed roms and stuff but i don't want this anymore.. Now if i want to install an officiual upgrade like 6.1.a.2.45 then it won't upgrade, can anyone help me
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Flash a stock FTF then relock your bootloader .
Felimenta97 said:
To use Sony programs again (not including MEDIA GO) you would have to relock your bootloader. But you can download the firmware you want and use Flashtool to flash it on your phone.
I will add later a link to a thread with the stock firmware.
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
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How do i relock it??
baddyzme said:
How do i relock it??
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Look at the second post, by kidcarter. There is a link ob his post.
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
Hi all
I just flashed Advanced Stock Kernel on my Xperia S today, after I had a problem 'cause I flashed DooMKernel over ICS. I was wondering if the advanced stock kernel was pre rooted, 'cause it came with super user installed, but isn't giving root access or super user permission to any apps (including busybox) infact, after I installed busybox, random pop ups kept saying that root access was being denied to various apps. (I had Titanium Backup*Root and busybox installed) I'm really new to all of this, and would appreciate any help at all
Oh and also, Juice Defender detected a root and Apex launcher now allows me to add widgets from the app drawer, which required root access, if I'm not wrong. I'm wondering if I went wrong somewhere..
Thanks again
Oh god, it's all on and off, I don't know what's happening.
AnrgKrshn said:
Hi all
I just flashed Advanced Stock Kernel on my Xperia S today, after I had a problem 'cause I flashed DooMKernel over ICS. I was wondering if the advanced stock kernel was flashed, 'cause it came with super user installed, but isn't giving root access or super user permission to any apps (including busybox) infact, after I installed busybox, random pop ups kept saying that root access was being denied to various apps. (I had Titanium Backup*Root and busybox installed) I'm really new to all of this, and would appreciate any help at all
Thanks again
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Try opening the superuser app to see what it says. Also, I recommend.SuperSU.
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
Felimenta97 said:
Try opening the superuser app to see what it says. Also, I recommend.SuperSU.
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
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It says allowed in the app, but the logs keep saying denied. It's not giving root access to any apps. I don't know what's happening. Did I not flash it properly?
AnrgKrshn said:
It says allowed in the app, but the logs keep saying denied. It's not giving root access to any apps. I don't know what's happening. Did I not flash it properly?
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I don't know, then. Try installing SuperSU, it may do the job, I dunno...
Sent from my LT26i with Tapatalk 2
I was wondering: why isn't xperia s included in Snapdragon GameCommand app?
AnrgKrshn said:
It says allowed in the app, but the logs keep saying denied. It's not giving root access to any apps. I don't know what's happening. Did I not flash it properly?
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I'd suggest installing Root Checker to make sure whether you are intact rooted or not.
If it says you're not rooted, then simply root your device and everything will be fine.
If it says you are rooted, there may possibly be something wrong with permissions.
KidCarter93 said:
I'd suggest installing Root Checker to make sure whether you are intact rooted or not.
If it says you're not rooted, then simply root your device and everything will be fine.
If it says you are rooted, there may possibly be something wrong with permissions.
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Yeah, I tried Root Checker and it says that it's not intact. Also, the Apex launcher thing isn't working anymore (Adding widgets from the drawer, which needs root access)
But in Super User it says root permission granted to RootChecker and busybox, but like I said, the logs keep saying denied. So I'm not sure
I'd be really grateful if you can point me in the direction of a way to root my phone. I thought advanced stock kernel is rooted. Should I Flash KA S Speed kernel and flash Stock kernel again? I'm sorry if I sound stupid, this is my first Android...

How to update to 4.4.2 with nonstock kernel and custom recovery

Could someone help me out
I have an att 4.3 s3 with a kt747 kernel and cwm.
How can I update to 4.4.2?
Do I have to reverse the custom kernel and custom recovery?
Enewman17 has two threads in the General section for updating. Use one of those for best results. If you simply want the ota, you'll have to flash stock 4 3 firmware.
DocHoliday77 said:
Enewman17 has two threads in the General section for updating. Use one of those for best results. If you simply want the ota, you'll have to flash stock 4 3 firmware.
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Hey Doc
I'm still having trouble understanding the threads. Do both the threads take you to kitkat? Could you help me out and link me to the correct thread?
in those threads neither mentions having a nonstock kernel. Does it matter?
Thanks!
davenrai said:
Hey Doc
I'm still having trouble understanding the threads. Do both the threads take you to kitkat? Could you help me out and link me to the correct thread?
in those threads neither mentions having a nonstock kernel. Does it matter?
Thanks!
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If you take time to read them, it will answer all your questions. Yes, they're Kitkat and having a custom kernel is actually needed to flash through recovery.
I suggest you take time to read and understand what you're doing before actually doing it. All the info is in the General section, just gotta take the time.

New to One X flashing

Recently upgraded to One X from Desire HD which was very easy to unlock, s-off & root, & to flash custom ROMS etc. Just reading various topics here it seems that it's not so easy on the HOX and I'm struggling to understand the basics - fastboot, firmwares, boot.img, TWRP etc.
Are there any top level guides to get me started?
FAQs very helpful but start at a higher level to where I'm at. Keen to get going but realise that I need to go carefully!
General section has tons of guides. Just do a search.
aromerblz said:
General section has tons of guides. Just do a search.
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Thanks - I genuinely did search, but I've been looking in the wrong place in the Q&A. The guide [HOW TO] Unlock bootloader, Root, Flash Custom ROM, Flash Kernel And More! looks like it fits the bill.
Swell6 said:
Thanks - I genuinely did search, but I've been looking in the wrong place in the Q&A. The guide [HOW TO] Unlock bootloader, Root, Flash Custom ROM, Flash Kernel And More! looks like it fits the bill.
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Good then you are set to go. Happy flashing and modding.

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