Hi i have a LT15i with unlocked bootloader but no root.
but, is it possible to flash a pre rooted 4.0.4 firmware to my phone and it will be rooted?
i have ics 4.0.4 official right now
hope it works
its always helpful to search on google first or atleast xda https://www.google.com.au/#hl=en&ou...pw.r_qf.&fp=bc57514d80097c4a&biw=1366&bih=667
You need a rooted firmware in order to install CWM with a Kernel that supports it, then you will be able to flash those pre-rooted ROMs (at least this is what I did).
some one pls upload stock ICS kernal with CWM and ROOT for MK16i based on 4.1.B.0.431 firmware
some one pls upload stock ICS kernal
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trust me its stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1680793
i assume you dont have an unlocked bootloader, but browse around for a CWM
if you want to make it easier for your self flash a pre-rooted .431 firmware and straight away have root
There is no Root on Kernels, the ROMs are the ones that have the files for root.
If you are on locked bootloader, there's a thread on the general section on how to root it.
If you are on unlocked bootloader, search for Riyal's Ultima Kernel or Jimbo77's ArcKnight Kernel Pro Version.
I'd just like to say hi to everyone, my name is Mick.
I have an Arc S, originally running GB, but currently running ICS, build 4.1.A.0.562 which I updated to via SEUS a while ago.
I've used DoomLord's one click method to root the phone, have CWM installed, and I've been happy with it since, but I've now decided to see about installing a custom rom.
I've done a lot of reading on here about locked and unlocked boot loaders, and mine's locked so a bit restrictive in what I can do I gather.
What I'd like to know is, a lot of the roms for locked bl's, say based on, or must have, the .587 build, but mine is the earlier .562.
What is the best way to proceed?
Can I flash the .587 kernel with flashtool as I've read that the stock, signed kernels can be flashed on locked bls. Is this right, and does flashing a stock .587 kernel affect rooting?
Any help, or links to whatever I haven't found yet, would be much appreciated.
Cheers,
Mick.
MickieH said:
I'd just like to say hi to everyone, my name is Mick.
I have an Arc S, originally running GB, but currently running ICS, build 4.1.A.0.562 which I updated to via SEUS a while ago.
I've used DoomLord's one click method to root the phone, have CWM installed, and I've been happy with it since, but I've now decided to see about installing a custom rom.
I've done a lot of reading on here about locked and unlocked boot loaders, and mine's locked so a bit restrictive in what I can do I gather.
What I'd like to know is, a lot of the roms for locked bl's, say based on, or must have, the .587 build, but mine is the earlier .562.
What is the best way to proceed?
Can I flash the .587 kernel with flashtool as I've read that the stock, signed kernels can be flashed on locked bls. Is this right, and does flashing a stock .587 kernel affect rooting?
Any help, or links to whatever I haven't found yet, would be much appreciated.
Cheers,
Mick.
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First, .562 update is crap. Sony released a crappy 4.0.3 update, better update if you can.
Then installing stock firmware before installing a custom ROM is not necessary.
Yes, there is difference in .562 and .587 kernels. Apparently, .562 kernels have a security hole in it, which can be used for rooting, however .587 kernels don't have it anymore and you will have to install older kernel to root and then install newer kernel back.
Yes u can flash .587 kernel using flashtool & this will not effect on root... But I will suggest u to update ur phones firmware to .587 (.562 is full of bugs), root it & install cwm then flash stock based custom roms which supports locked bootloader..
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Samak46 said:
Yes u can flash .587 kernel using flashtool & this will not effect on root... But I will suggest u to update ur phones firmware to .587 (.562 is full of bugs), root it & install cwm then flash stock based custom roms which supports locked bootloader..
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It does. 4.1.A.0.562 kernel has a security hole in it, which is used to root via DooMLoRD's method. .587 kernel has that hole patched and that root method does not work.
Thanks for the replies.
Ok, so this means that I can use flashtool to flash the .587 kernel, and then whichever rom afterwards.
I have tried flashing roms with the .562 kernel, and they do work, but I get odd glitches.
The Walkman app in Zelly Cream 2.0 for instance says it has unexpectedly stopped whenever I click on My Music, and the Ultimte HD rom is really good, but the native Movie player won't work and does the same whenever I click on a video.
Each app works ok on one rom, but not on the other.
At the moment I've got the Zelly Cream rom installed and just disabled the Walkman, so had to download another player.
So far I've not had any issues with boot loops or anything, but I have been wiping properly before installing.
I have got a stock .587 kernel I found on here, so I'll try flashing that and see if it's any better.
It's a shame the boot loader is locked, but I've also read that removing the sim lock can fix this.
Thanks again for the info. :good:
587 kernel
Sorry, has anyone got a link for a generic .587 kernel as when I search, the ones that come up have been modified in some way, and my boot loader is locked.
Thanks.
Got it
Ah, it's ok, I think I've found it.
The first one I downloaded was reproting LT15 in Flashtool, so after a bit more searching found it here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1838830
Should be ok.
Just download the whole ROM, but choose only kernel to install.
Sent from LT18i with custom firmware by myself.
Your phone's not covered under warranty anymore, so why don't you try unlocking the bootloader? Would barely take a few minutes.
Hi, Flash new .587 firmwar..... flash .562 kernel only.....root phone.....flash original .587 kernel only.....this video helped me a lot.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rjv71b9QcZE
Feel free to get in touch...good luck !!
Can I flash into a rooted phone SONY XPERIA S a custom official firmware?
Yes,but first you must install cwm and search Roms for locked bootloaders based on the firmware you like !
My phone has the red light on but is not charging.
akateha said:
Yes,but first you must install cwm and search Roms for locked bootloaders based on the firmware you like !
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My bootloader is unlocked and my phone is rooted
SOLVED
Would like to know if anything needs updating for kit kat to function.
Curently have rooted stock 4.1.2
Thanks
savagephoenix said:
Would like to know if anything needs updating for kit kat to function.
Curently have rooted stock 4.1.2
Thanks
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Well if you're flashing stock official, you need to remove root.
Otherwise, just follow the ROM's OP instructions.
Nope . Didnt want to deal with rooting it again for stock. Didnt know if modem or bootloader need update to flash any of the roms here on xda.
savagephoenix said:
Nope . Didnt want to deal with rooting it again for stock. Didnt know if modem or bootloader need update to flash any of the roms here on xda.
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Some of them require bootloader update but it should say so in the ROM's OP that you choose to flash.