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[Q] Few questions

Hello guys,
I recently bought my Arc S, and today i Installed CM 7.0.2 105
I tried it and it's nice, kinda, calendar look is awful comparing to original overall some things better, some not - personal point of view.
I was wondering is there a way to reset everything back as it was (some how to would be nice)?
Or If i wanted to have stock based functions (FM, HDMI), but without bloatware and with slightly better battery life, what would you recommend me?
Also, since i installed CM will I be able to download official ICS when SE release it?
Thank you for answering these newbies questions

tomicdusan said:
I was wondering is there a way to reset everything back as it was (some how to would be nice)?
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If you mean completely stock, read this.
tomicdusan said:
Or If i wanted to have stock based functions (FM, HDMI), but without bloatware and with slightly better battery life, what would you recommend me?
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DooMKernel and a stock based ROM like Acronium or XperiaMOD.
Or completely stock with root, removed bloatware and V6 Supercharger.
tomicdusan said:
Also, since i installed CM will I be able to download official ICS when SE release it?
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Yes, if you relock your BL, you can update it when it's out with PCC/SEUS.

To remove bloatware check my sig for the tutorial
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dp94 said:
If you mean completely stock, read this.
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The last i found on this thread from Doomlord was:
those packages are old...
just use the FTF for the corresponding firmware on ur phone
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What the hell is FTF and where do I find it and how do i know which firmware?

tomicdusan said:
What the hell is FTF and where do I find it and how do i know which firmware?
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Maybe you should first read some tutorials/stickies.
*.ftf files are for Flashtool.
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If i knew a thing or two about this i wouldn't be bothered to ask a question i would read a tut or find my way around forum...
Anyhow i flashed it using this site:
http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-arc-s-lt18/debranding-flash

what is the custom rom made for xperia play

since sony has decided not to make an update for us, what is best custom rom that is out there for xperia xplay?
that has face lock and all those cool stuff?

kbodunrin said:
since sony has decided not to make an update for us, what is best custom rom that is out there for xperia xplay?
that has face lock and all those cool stuff?
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it depends on what you want out of the rom. as far as stability goes, cm9 is the most stable

agraceful said:
it depends on what you want out of the rom. as far as stability goes, cm9 is the most stable
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ICS MIUI is stable as well. Feels like having a new phone

Got CM9 but not a ftf file!?!
I need a file FlashTool can use with CM9 ICS for the R800at. Unable to get bootloader to unlock. Got SIM unlocked (via AT&T - told them it was unsupported now that ICS is off the table, they caved even though I have a contract).
Was able to flash and root. Still no luck with the boot loader. CW does not support the Play and have not figured out a way around AT&T's death hold on the boot loader.
Thanks for any help you can give.

skeltonh said:
I need a file FlashTool can use with CM9 ICS for the R800at. Unable to get bootloader to unlock. Got SIM unlocked (via AT&T - told them it was unsupported now that ICS is off the table, they caved even though I have a contract).
Was able to flash and root. Still no luck with the boot loader. CW does not support the Play and have not figured out a way around AT&T's death hold on the boot loader.
Thanks for any help you can give.
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cm9 will not work on a locked bootloader, it's impossible since you have to flash a kernel. You'll need to pay to get your bootloader unlocked to install ANY kind of ics rom

the DarkForest Rom is a not bad for AOSP

You can use Gin2ICS for the ICS look and feel. I haven't tried it though.

ridder215215 said:
You can use Gin2ICS for the ICS look and feel. I haven't tried it though.
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Currently using that now while using HoloLauncher and man does it feel/look like ICS.
Eye Candy of ICS and performance of GB.

ridder215215 said:
You can use Gin2ICS for the ICS look and feel. I haven't tried it though.
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I'm running it though Its the best yet Plus the author is super supportive

agraceful said:
it depends on what you want out of the rom. as far as stability goes, cm9 is the most stable
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ı have a xperia play r800i what rom shall ı download and from where and ı can't seem to even go through the recovery mode and ı don't understand bootloader have you got a step by step plan please

my opinion
UKemal said:
ı have a xperia play r800i what rom shall ı download and from where and ı can't seem to even go through the recovery mode and ı don't understand bootloader have you got a step by step plan please
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they are all stable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1729250
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1763435
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1719746
but i prefer xDark ICS, becos d touchpad is working.

[Q] xperia s - ROM that doesnt need unlocked bootloader...

dose such a ROM exist?
I did the service mode check and it seems i cant unlock the bootloader.
Ive also tried using flashtool, but i always get a "device not in debugging mode" message, even though the box is ticked.
currently running stock 4.1.2, but the phone is still a bit sluggish after a while...was hoping a nice new ROM would make it a bit snappier, but struggling here!
Any advice is welcome
Cheers,
TG

tg75 said:
dose such a ROM exist?
I did the service mode check and it seems i cant unlock the bootloader.
Ive also tried using flashtool, but i always get a "device not in debugging mode" message, even though the box is ticked.
currently running stock 4.1.2, but the phone is still a bit sluggish after a while...was hoping a nice new ROM would make it a bit snappier, but struggling here!
Any advice is welcome
Cheers,
TG
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Yes, there are such roms. Search development forums for [LB] mark in thread title or read description. Roms that can be flashed on locked bootloaders are based on stock roms.

tg75 said:
dose such a ROM exist?
I did the service mode check and it seems i cant unlock the bootloader.
Ive also tried using flashtool, but i always get a "device not in debugging mode" message, even though the box is ticked.
currently running stock 4.1.2, but the phone is still a bit sluggish after a while...was hoping a nice new ROM would make it a bit snappier, but struggling here!
Any advice is welcome
Cheers,
TG
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Here it is dude:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2263625
Im on a locked bootloader and im using it.. If u need any help pm me

Basically 95% of stock based ROMs (Trinity and eXistenZ being the most famous, and the later my favorite) works on locked bootloader.

GUYS! Thank you all!
I didnt understand the [UB] prefix, now I get it!
So...how do these perform against the stock ROM? Is there a genuine difference? I used to instal custom ROMs just to be a rebel, but the mrs is complaining that her phone is slow etc so I want to make it good for her
Thanks again!
TG

tg75 said:
GUYS! Thank you all!
I didnt understand the [UB] prefix, now I get it!
So...how do these perform against the stock ROM? Is there a genuine difference? I used to instal custom ROMs just to be a rebel, but the mrs is complaining that her phone is slow etc so I want to make it good for her
Thanks again!
TG
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LOL I made a mistake up there. You need to look for [LB] as in Locked Bootloader, not [UB]. I just realised that. LOL what a stupid typo.

Want an advice ? From one LB to another.... Check my Signature!
That is the best ROM for Locked Bootloaders!!!

Hi nrdl,
I took your advice, looks like a really good ROM! But I'm struggling to get root, never mind even install it!
I started a thread here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2531490
Could you see if you can help please? I'm desperate to install that now
Cheers,
TG
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[Q] good roms?

i would like a rom to install in my phone tha allows LOCKED bootloader, i can unlock it but i would rather not, ive tryed slimbean but i get black screen (wont turn on) and i dont want cm or pacman ones just one that will suit my phone and make it nice and cool... atm i have unlocked bootloader and to root i had to go to .211 kernel (from doomlord, cheers for that) i dont mind redoing it again but i would like to have something cool and also can someone tell me, whats the point in rooting (other then roms) thanks!

Well other than ROMs, the best part is you get access to your phone's every restricted part. You can delete apps from /system to free up space. You can use different kernels, you can even make kernels and use them. You can also apply many mods, etc which is not possible without rooting. You can tinker with your phone as much as you like. You can do build.prop tweaking, you can install and execute scripts and much more. Rooting is a whole new world, sir IMHO, after rooting only one can feel that he completely owns the phone
Cheers,
AJ

Abhinav2 said:
Well other than ROMs, the best part is you get access to your phone's every restricted part. You can delete apps from /system to free up space. You can use different kernels, you can even make kernels and use them. You can also apply many mods, etc which is not possible without rooting. You can tinker with your phone as much as you like. You can do build.prop tweaking, you can install and execute scripts and much more. Rooting is a whole new world, sir IMHO, after rooting only one can feel that he completely owns the phone
Cheers,
AJ
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Thanks, what ROM do you have? any suggestions as to what one you would recommend me? thanks!:good:

Xperia-S-Owner said:
Thanks, what ROM do you have? any suggestions as to what one you would recommend me? thanks!:good:
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I don't use this device and we aren't allowed to ask for best roms type question, sir
Cheers,
AJ

thanks anyway
Abhinav2 said:
I don't use this device and we aren't allowed to ask for best roms type question, sir
Cheers,
AJ
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Ok, thanks anyways ill just do a search haha :fingers-crossed:

id recomend ACP or Trinity Rom
for stock based
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Flashing Kernel

Hello and Good day (again),
I'm very sorry for multi-posting but I would just like to ask if there is any way of flashing the kernel without using fastboot?!, my phones bootloader is unlocked but my network carrier is locked, that's why I can't access fastboot.
Specifications:
Model: Xperia Play R800at
Carrier: AT&T
Rooted: Yes
Recovery: CWM
Bootloader Status: Unlocked (Using Testpoint Method)
ROM: Stock ROM (Xperia Play_3.0.1.B.0.270_ATT.ftf)

FeitX said:
Hello and Good day (again),
I'm very sorry for multi-posting but I would just like to ask if there is any way of flashing the kernel without using fastboot?!, my phones bootloader is unlocked but my network carrier is locked, that's why I can't access fastboot.
Specifications:
Model: Xperia Play R800at
Carrier: AT&T
Rooted: Yes
Recovery: CWM
Bootloader Status: Unlocked (Using Testpoint Method)
ROM: Stock ROM (Xperia Play_3.0.1.B.0.270_ATT.ftf)
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You can also Flash Kernels via Flash Mode in FlashTool. You can find Kernels in FTF format here:
[R800][Depository]FTF Kernels for the Xperia Play
You unlocked you phone's Bootloader with the Test Point Method right?

TheScriptKitty said:
You can also Flash Kernels via Flash Mode in FlashTool. You can find Kernels in FTF format here:
[R800][Depository]FTF Kernels for the Xperia Play
You unlocked you phone's Bootloader with the Test Point Method right?
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Wooh! A very big thanks to you bro . But is there a more updated version of Lupus Kernel? I think there's a V13 now for that one
Yes that is right, I unlocked it using Test Point Method . And I'm also curious about this, if your bootloader is unlocked, then does that also mean that your bootloader is unlocked even if you changed your ROM?

And I'm also thinking of installing ICS if possible .

FeitX said:
Wooh! A very big thanks to you bro . But is there a more updated version of Lupus Kernel? I think there's a V13 now for that one
Yes that is right, I unlocked it using Test Point Method . And I'm also curious about this, if your bootloader is unlocked, then does that also mean that your bootloader is unlocked even if you changed your ROM?
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Yea, Version 13 of lupus Kernel its right their, its under the Jellybean Section(as its only works for JB ROMs).
Yes your Bootloader is Unlock permanently. You can change ROMs, Kernels and even go back to the Stock ROM and your Bootloader will stay Unlocked.
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ICS is Possible, you can actually go up to JB and everything works on it.

TheScriptKitty said:
Yea, Version 13 of lupus Kernel its right their, its under the Jellybean Section(as its only works for JB ROMs).
Yes your Bootloader is Unlock permanently. You can change ROMs, Kernels and even go back to the Stock ROM and your Bootloader will stay Unlocked.
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ICS is Possible, you can actually go up to JB and everything works on it.
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I can go upto JB?!?!, can you send me a link to a stable JB ROM?! I can't find any , and I would like to also have a ROM that is more inclined onto gaming. And I've also seen a KitKat ROM but I think it's still unstable . Thank you very much

FeitX said:
I can go upto JB?!?!, can you send me a link to a stable JB ROM?! I can't find any , and I would like to also have a ROM that is more inclined onto gaming. And I've also seen a KitKat ROM but I think it's still unstable . Thank you very much
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You can find a lot of ROMs under the Android Development section of the Xperia Play Sub-Forum here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-play/development
My Personal favorite JB ROMs are this ones(if you want to try them out):
[ROM][GSM+CDMA][Play+Neo L]Slimbean 5.1.1[MULTIBOOT][02-03-2014]
[ROM][GSM][CDMA][CM10][MULTIBOOT][NEOL+PLAY]Racing SPEED EDITION EOL[12/02/2014]
If you really are looking for the best gaming performance then I recommend sticking to Gingerbread.
And yes there is a Kitkat ROM but a lot of things don't work on it yet like WiFi and the Camera.

TheScriptKitty said:
You can find a lot of ROMs under the Android Development section of the Xperia Play Sub-Forum here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-play/development
My Personal favorite JB ROMs are this ones(if you want to try them out):
[ROM][GSM+CDMA][Play+Neo L]Slimbean 5.1.1[MULTIBOOT][02-03-2014]
[ROM][GSM][CDMA][CM10][MULTIBOOT][NEOL+PLAY]Racing SPEED EDITION EOL[12/02/2014]
If you really are looking for the best gaming performance then I recommend sticking to Gingerbread.
And yes there is a Kitkat ROM but a lot of things don't work on it yet like WiFi and the Camera.
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Oh I see, but my problem on Gingerbread is that Final Fantasy V, Final Fantasy VI, Minecraft and many other games are not supported xD, and Nova Launcher is not also supported so I'm thinking of reverting to a higher firmware . And I would also like to ask if what's the 720p and 480p on Lupus Kernel?!, does that mean 480=Partial and 720=Full?
I would also like to apologize for my long and tedious questions .

FeitX said:
Oh I see, but my problem on Gingerbread is that Final Fantasy V, Final Fantasy VI, Minecraft and many other games are not supported xD, and Nova Launcher is not also supported so I'm thinking of reverting to a higher firmware . And I would also like to ask if what's the 720p and 480p on Lupus Kernel?!, does that mean 480=Partial and 720=Full?
I would also like to apologize for my long and tedious questions .
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Yea, you will probably need to try out different ROMs to see which one fits your needs the best. The 720p and 480p are the camera resolutions, if you use a 480p Kernel you will get more Free RAM.
I have no problem answering your questions, just remember to click on the "Thanks" button but you can probably find the answer faster if you search instead of waiting for some one to reply. There is even a search bar if you only want to search on this Thread(on the right side).

TheScriptKitty said:
Yea, you will probably need to try out different ROMs to see which one fits your needs the best. The 720p and 480p are the camera resolutions, if you use a 480p Kernel you will get more Free RAM.
I have no problem answering your questions, just remember to click on the "Thanks" button but you can probably find the answer faster if you search instead of waiting for some one to reply. There is even a search bar if you only want to search on this Thread(on the right side).
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Oh I see, meaning 720p eats more RAM than the 480p? If so then I think I'll go with 480p . Yep, I always give proper credits to the one's that help me , I would also like to thank you rather than just hit the Thanks button . And a few last questions, is it best to use Lupus Kernel or Turbo on a JB ROM? And I've seen this:
* Flash FTF 62 or 79,if already have it,no need.
Does that mean that I have to find a suitable .62 or .79 Stock ROM for my device since I'm on .270 or should I should just flash the Kernel and ROM directly?

FeitX said:
Oh I see, meaning 720p eats more RAM than the 480p? If so then I think I'll go with 480p . Yep, I always give proper credits to the one's that help me , I would also like to thank you rather than just hit the Thanks button . And a few last questions, is it best to use Lupus Kernel or Turbo on a JB ROM? And I've seen this:
* Flash FTF 62 or 79,if already have it,no need.
Does that mean that I have to find a suitable .62 or .79 Stock ROM for my device since I'm on .270 or should I should just flash the Kernel and ROM directly?
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Yes, 720p eats more RAM then 480p. Your welcome . I don't know which one is best (and technically asking whats the best ROM/Kernel is not allowed in XDA), I mostly used Lupus Kernel but Turbo Kernel does have the ability to multiboot so its kind of a preference thing.
Oh, I just noticed you have the the R800at which means your phone is CDMA. I really cant help you much with this since I know very little when it comes to the CDMA model of the Xperia Play. Your going to have to do some research. What I know is that there should be no problem with the Kernels, what you need to look for is that the ROM you want to install on your Phone is made for the CDMA model of the Xperia Play(it usually states it on the tittle).

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Yes, 720p eats more RAM then 480p. Your welcome . I don't know which one is best (and technically asking whats the best ROM/Kernel is not allowed in XDA), I mostly used Lupus Kernel but Turbo Kernel does have the ability to multiboot so its kind of a preference thing.
Oh, I just noticed you have the the R800at which means your phone is CDMA. I really cant help you much with this since I know very little when it comes to the CDMA model of the Xperia Play. Your going to have to do some research. What I know is that there should be no problem with the Kernels, what you need to look for is that the ROM you want to install on your Phone is made for the CDMA model of the Xperia Play(it usually states it on the tittle).
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My phone is actually GSM , and about my last question, do you actually need to flash .62 or .79 before you flash the ROM?

FeitX said:
My phone is actually GSM , and about my last question, do you actually need to flash .62 or .79 before you flash the ROM?
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I don't think you really need it, but if you can, flash it just in case.

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I don't think you really need it, but if you can, flash it just in case.
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Ok, I'll try it . Thank you for assisting me sir @TheScriptKitty , your efforts will not go to waste . Thank you very much

FeitX said:
Ok, I'll try it . Thank you for assisting me sir @TheScriptKitty , your efforts will not go to waste . Thank you very much
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Your Welcome, Good luck