[Q] Can i install ROMs to my Locked Bootloader R800x? - Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Is it possible for me to Install real ROMs to my Xperia Play R800x CDMA with a locked bootloader? I'm not talking about ROMs like Cola6, i mean stuff like AuroraPlay and stuff(Of course for CDMA). I understand i can't install custom kernels with the Locked bootloader and my bootloader can't be unlocked, so are there any ROMs that are possible to be installed to a CDMA XPlay that doesn't need a custom kernel? I would very much appreciate it! Thanks!

As if now the only actual rom tjat can be installed on a locked bootloader (from xperiance) is darkforest 3.0.5 which is verizon 2.3.3 and why can't you unlock the bootloader I got my code for unlocking from sony copied it and used flashtool to unlock my bootloader
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Flashtool
Try this i wasn't able to test it cause i've a unlocked bootloader
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1390771

I understand that http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions now unlocks the R800x and has for sometime. http://www.xda-developers.com/android/sony-now-allowing-verizon-xperia-play-bootloader-unlock/

chevyowner said:
I understand that http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions now unlocks the R800x and has for sometime. http://www.xda-developers.com/android/sony-now-allowing-verizon-xperia-play-bootloader-unlock/
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I can't unlock my bootloader because the *#*#7378423#*#* menu has the option missing meaning it isn't possible. I wish i could because it would be so much better and i don't understand why some of these phones aren't possible and some are.

Slvr99 said:
I can't unlock my bootloader because the *#*#7378423#*#* menu has the option missing meaning it isn't possible. I wish i could because it would be so much better and i don't understand why some of these phones aren't possible and some are.
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To be honest I never read the instructions on the sony site, I do not know what that menu will tell me if I flash a factory firmware. I do know that my R800x has been unlocked. It will not hurt to ignore step 1 there and follow the rest. If it works you have unlocked your bootloader. If not it only took about 5-15 mnutes.

Slvr99 said:
I can't unlock my bootloader because the *#*#7378423#*#* menu has the option missing meaning it isn't possible. I wish i could because it would be so much better and i don't understand why some of these phones aren't possible and some are.
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Yes you can unlock it, verizin locked that part so we weren't able to think that we ever could inlock the boot loader, sony supports the unlocking if the cdma xperia play, I unlocked mine by gettjng the code to unlock and usinf flashtool while connected to the internet
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[Q] Rogers Sim-Locked

I'm kinda new to Xperia Play, I'm a proud owner of a Xperia Arc.
Nevertheless, the Play in question is Rogers sim-locked, I'm from Brazil, and I want to use a "Vivo" sim on the phone.
My question is: If I simply flash a default firmware via flashtool on my Play, I'll be able to use another carrier sim or i'll need to pay for the unlock code in a third-party site.
Thanks in advance.
You'll need the unlock code, flashing firmware wont help you. However you could also opt to get your bootloader unlocked instead which will also sim unlock for you. The difference is a sim unlock will cost about $12ish whereas bootloader is closer to $24ish. However with an unlocked bootloader you can run unsigned kernels allowing you to overclock, undervolt, easily root, install custom ROMs and more. If that all means nothing to you just do the sim unlock, just giving you the options.
BuckM said:
You'll need the unlock code, flashing firmware wont help you. However you could also opt to get your bootloader unlocked instead which will also sim unlock for you. The difference is a sim unlock will cost about $12ish whereas bootloader is closer to $24ish. However with an unlocked bootloader you can run unsigned kernels allowing you to overclock, undervolt, easily root, install custom ROMs and more. If that all means nothing to you just do the sim unlock, just giving you the options.
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I think if you have Alejandrissimo unlock your bootloader, it also unlocks the sim.
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netizenmt said:
I think if you have Alejandrissimo unlock your bootloader, it also unlocks the sim.
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Yes unlocking the bootloader will unlock sim lock too, 2 birds with one stone!
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[Q] unlocking ion

hi, I have an lt28i and I am currently running miui with a locked bootloader, I would like to run some diffrent roms but I need to unlock my bootloader. so I followed the instructions on the sony page, but after checking if my phone could be unlocked it said no.... so I was just wondering if there is any other way to unlock it... thanks
bubbajoe777 said:
hi, I have an lt28i and I am currently running miui with a locked bootloader, I would like to run some diffrent roms but I need to unlock my bootloader. so I followed the instructions on the sony page, but after checking if my phone could be unlocked it said no.... so I was just wondering if there is any other way to unlock it... thanks
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Nope. Bootloader unlock allowed: no means no current way to unlock it.
BTW search for this next time please as it has been discussed ad nauseum.

[Q] AT&T unlocked bootloader r800at

Hi all-
I have a r800at that is produced 12w20, which according to the unlock bootloader community there is no way to unlock the bootloader to this device, not even using the testpoint method.
I really want to install custom roms on my device, I am on the AT&T network. Any recommendations on where I should purchase a new/used device that has this capability ? I am thinking just ebay but I don't know if there are any other resellers I should be looking for
Thanks
udubnate said:
Hi all-
I have a r800at that is produced 12w20, which according to the unlock bootloader community there is no way to unlock the bootloader to this device, not even using the testpoint method.
I really want to install custom roms on my device, I am on the AT&T network. Any recommendations on where I should purchase a new/used device that has this capability ? I am thinking just ebay but I don't know if there are any other resellers I should be looking for
Thanks
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Well try flashing a r800i firmware and use the bootloader unlock method in flashtool. I have an r800at with an unlocked bootloader but I don't specifically know what I did. If my method doesn't work pm me and I'll tell you what I did since I got my play and maybe that'll work. Thank you
Xperia Gamer said:
Well try flashing a r800i firmware and use the bootloader unlock method in flashtool. I have an r800at with an unlocked bootloader but I don't specifically know what I did. If my method doesn't work pm me and I'll tell you what I did since I got my play and maybe that'll work. Thank you
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I also have an Xperia play R800at
I tried what you said and it doesn't work. I have NXT light edition flashed right now. But I want to add the doom kernel but I need to unlock the bootloader. I really would appreciate any help.
tjhooker73 said:
I also have an Xperia play R800at
I tried what you said and it doesn't work. I have NXT light edition flashed right now. But I want to add the doom kernel but I need to unlock the bootloader. I really would appreciate any help.
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My number is r800at 12w13 and I'm running a r800i with gin2jellybean but I want the real thing
The Testpoint method worked on my R800at no problem
216Monster said:
The Testpoint method worked on my R800at no problem
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Whenever I type in the number to check bootloader it won't let me, I type the number in and after the last sign it goes away, I can't press call and check
Joeyxc said:
Whenever I type in the number to check bootloader it won't let me, I type the number in and after the last sign it goes away, I can't press call and check
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Sometimes you cant enter the ServiceMenu.apk on certain roms. However, Did you try on Sony's site anyway ? Just remember you dont add the last digit on the Imei, only the first 14 I believe. And the Testpoint method works even without the bootloader saying unlockable under the service menu.
OP did you ever succeed in unlocking your bootloader?

is my bootloader locked or unlocked?

how can i find out? if its locked, how can i unlock it?
thanks
Jason2k13 said:
how can i find out? if its locked, how can i unlock it?
thanks
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you can check if it can be unlocked... it's always locked when you buy a phone... so if you didn't unlock it it will be locked...
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service info --> configuration
If u buys new phone its locked by default.
After unlocking u can use Sony flash tool just follow instructions.
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dharmx said:
If u buys new phone its unlocked by default.
After unlocking u can use Sony flash tool just follow instructions.
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Please don't give false information, the bootloader is always locked when you buy a new phone. You have to unlock it manually. What you're referring to is carrier lock and not every country uses phone without carrier lock.
Flashtool can be used with a locked bootloader, the only thing you cannot do is flash a custom kernel when in fastboot mode.
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YA its spell mistake..
popthosegaskets said:
Please don't give false information, the bootloader is always locked when you buy a new phone. You have to unlock it manually. What you're referring to is carrier lock and not every country uses phone without carrier lock.
Flashtool can be used with a locked bootloader, the only thing you cannot do is flash a custom kernel when in fastboot mode.
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by default its locked yeh i know when was write that i think its happen by mistake.
n i use emma flash tool for checking bootloader unlock or not.
when my bootloader unlocks emma says your phone is locked thats why i said use sony's flash tool.....
Follow the instruction on the following website
http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Android-development/HOW-TO-CHECK-BOOTLOADER-IS-UNLOCKED/td-p/287305

[Q] A way to unlock the bootloader?

i heard that it isn't possible to unlock the bootloader after the date 12w11.. mine is built in 12w36 so no way to unlock the bootloader.
if i use this video (unlocking via testpoint) it works? Because in description is standing if there is standing bootloader unlock allowed: no you have to root it at first!?
mine is rooted and there is still standing no so can i unlock my phone with testpoint!?
A friend has the xperia arc (lt15i) and a guy from Handybörse (so it's called in germany) unlocked his bootloader but at phone were standing 12w24 !?
i dont know how he unlocked it but it works and before there were standing no and now there is standing yes??
So i can unlock my lt18i with this video (sorry its in german but i think everybody know what this programm is and what it means)??
Thank you guys
Hope for fast answers!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anztorUlj2Y
Phone after 12W11 can be unlocked via official method only, cannot be unlocked via testpoint.
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ok, but mine is 12w36 and i cannot unlock by official method..
so if i cancle the sim/netlock it is able to unlock it?
because i have bought my smartphone by 3 (provider in austria) and there is a branding and sim/netlock.
slimy44 said:
ok, but mine is 12w36 and i cannot unlock by official method..
so if i cancle the sim/netlock it is able to unlock it?
because i have bought my smartphone by 3 (provider in austria) and there is a branding and sim/netlock.
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No, you are one of the unlucky ones, who can not unlock bootloader at all.
Removing sim-lock/branding does not allow you to unlock your phone, because fastboot is disabled and only way to enable is via test point method, which is impossible at the moment for the phones manufactured 12W11.
ohhhhhh...
but it worked at the arc from a friend...
there was standing unlock allowed no and he disabled sim/netlock and there stand bootloader unlock allowed yes..
manufactor at 12w14 :/
so i dont know
slimy44 said:
ohhhhhh...
but it worked at the arc from a friend...
there was standing unlock allowed no and he disabled sim/netlock and there stand bootloader unlock allowed yes..
manufactor at 12w14 :/
so i dont know
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Mine is also after 12w11 and I unlocked official but I had a badblock @Sahaab also couldn't unlock his bootloader so dude face we are stuck with a locked bootloader if you want a newer android version buy a more recent phone
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the bootloader isnt the problem. but i want to flash any kernel to overclock my phone. but i think this isnt possible on my device so ill forget it. i dont want a better android version. i only want to use my gingerbread roms faster and use all of them. thats why..
im happy enough if i can flash kernel
But to flash custom kernel, you need to unlock your boot loader, which is impossible unless you get rid of the carrier lock.
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