Hi everyone. I completely apologize for this question as I am absolutely new to Android and to unlocking a phone. I just bought a R800x Verizon Xperia Play for the sole purpose of being able to play emulators. I will not be activating it to use as a phone. I have read as much as I can and am still a little confused in regards to being able to unlock the bootloader and install roms.
If the bootloader message says No, am I not able to unlock it or install roms at all?
If it says yes, can I install any rom, or am I limited to what I saw as Cola and a few others?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Anyone help me out. Or can I keep it locked but install cola?
You can.unlock the bootloader I have mine unlocked using sonys unlock method but.if you wish to.stay with a locked bootloader yoj can.install cola but you'll have to.root 2.3.3 install clock work mod.recovery I my.self.am.vefy glad I unlocked my.bootloadef and since yoj habe.no.intentions of using the phone side yoj could install numeruous amounts of gsm roms
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darkharbinger81 said:
You can.unlock the bootloader I have mine unlocked using sonys unlock method but.if you wish to.stay with a locked bootloader yoj can.install cola but you'll have to.root 2.3.3 install clock work mod.recovery I my.self.am.vefy glad I unlocked my.bootloadef and since yoj habe.no.intentions of using the phone side yoj could install numeruous amounts of gsm roms
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Awesome. Thank you. So the whole unlock boot loader no isn't a problems nymore since the support is gone.
monkstah said:
Awesome. Thank you. So the whole unlock boot loader no isn't a problems nymore since the support is gone.
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Exactly.
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Exactly.
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Thanks dark.
If I unlock it using that method. I've read the forums. I just need to get flash tool then and pick a rom I want to use. Most roms come with the clockwork recovery from what I'm seeing.
monkstah said:
Thanks dark.
If I unlock it using that method. I've read the forums. I just need to get flash tool then and pick a rom I want to use. Most roms come with the clockwork recovery from what I'm seeing.
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Well all roms have root and superuser your clockwork recovery on the other hand is in the kernels and flashtool is a life saver on so.many levels lol I'm trying to reset mine up since.my.computer crashed and.I went.to a lap top running windows xp home as of right now.I.can flash ftfs, my phone isn't being recognizes for fastboot so ya lol I'm on 2.3.3 stock without root it sucks not having root unlocked bootloader and.not.being able to.flash a kernel lol
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I'm just curious but has anyone uncovered a way to root the Xperia play on Verizon running 2.3.4. The only way I've found is to downgrade to 2.3.3
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No current way.
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If you have the RootXperia.zip from Blagus (original clockwork mod recovery boot.img thread), you can flash that via Clockwork Mod. Make sure you have CWM installed first (unlocked bootloader).
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There really is no point in using 2.3.4.
Unless you love new bloatware, no root, and many other problems
Use flashtool to get back to 2.3.3 and enjoy the fun!
i have root on 2.3.4 but i can't remember the steps. and yes there is no point on having 2.3.4
If you flash to 2.3.3, root it, and then update to 2.3.4 you will have rooted 2.3.4
Thats the good news
The bad news is, 2.3.4 doesn't connect to Google's servers properly (rooted or not) so you annoyingly can't use gtalk, and a couple other features, you have to manually refresh your Gmail, calendar, etc (It does it once per day otherwise), can no longer "buy apps" on the web and have them pushed to your phone automatically. And some apps with push notifications no longer notify.
Is the only way to unlock the bootloader for the r800x to use the paid method from unlock-bootloader.com ?
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If you unlock your bootloader you can flash Super User zip from
http://androidsu.com/superuser/
That is the classic and easiest way to root a device with an unlocked bootloader
Just instal it in recovery and your good to go!
Yes for the R800x the only BL unlock method is for 24$
I'm on 2.3.2, does 2.3.3 or 2.3.4 have access to the PS Store app?
I had thought about updating to a newer version, but damn, I can't believe all those issues with 2.3.4
typikal82 said:
I'm on 2.3.2, does 2.3.3 or 2.3.4 have access to the PS Store app?
I had thought about updating to a newer version, but damn, I can't believe all those issues with 2.3.4
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You should ftf to 2.3.3. It is the most stable Gingerbread version for the R800x.
Or you can always use UK ROM
I have rooted my R800x wth the original gingerbreak exploit chew
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Atomix96 said:
Is the only way to unlock the bootloader for the r800x to use the paid method from unlock-bootloader.com ?
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Yes, I believe it is. It is so well worth it though
I really want 2.3.4. I couldn't give less f*cks about bloatware. They do nothing. I want the screenshot and other things they added. But Doom never updated his kernel to support the camera. Oh well.
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@agraceful
Did you unlock your bootloader?
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@agraceful
Did you unlock your bootloader?
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Sure have, best $24 I've ever spent for android. I've mostly ran cm7 or cm9 since I've become quite use to them, but since unlocking it I can't even imagine how I went with just root for so long
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Which Xperia phone do you have?
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Which Xperia phone do you have?
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The r800x with verizon, sucks being a cdma phone, but it's been easy to convert aosp roms that are gsm (r800i)
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Sweet. So you used the unlock-bootloader.com unlock method and it went fine?
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I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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HwaA18 said:
I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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Yes you have to flash a custom kernel for this rom, so you need an unlocked bootloader.
Sorry for my bad English. It's not my native language.
It is 99% safe maby your phone get bricked, install the software again in it works (or you do anything wrong).
HwaA18 said:
I'm a huge newb and I was wondering if this from required unlocked boot loader and is it safe.
ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767265
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if you have any custom kernel such as doom lord and your phone get bricked its ok as this loads up first and you can flash the Rom again...
just don't over clock and what not if your a newbie as it can harm your xperia play if you don't know what your doing... back to the subject its 99% safe and seen many developers and others flashing their xperia plays everyday which i think is unnecessary
Guys,
I would like to install the DoomKernel in my device but, I entered in the sony`s setup in my phone and there says that I cant unlock the bootloader.
The question is:
Is there a way to install the DoomKernel in my device, even if my bootloader is locked?
I've made the root and I already have the CWM installed.
I would like to make a swapp and a little bit overclock
I tried to find this answer in the forum but, I found nothing.
Thank you very much.
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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MrHaPpY66 said:
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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Dude, mine is R800a
Tks!
MrHaPpY66 said:
First of all what model is it but seeing you can't unlock it's probably a r800x. Anyways, you can't install a kernel with a locked bootloader
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You CAN unlock an r800x.
Trakinão said:
Dude, mine is R800a
Tks!
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And yes, you CAN unlock your model too, you'll need to if you want to install a custom kernel. Try doing some searches and you'll find out how
agraceful said:
And yes, you CAN unlock your model too, you'll need to if you want to install a custom kernel. Try doing some searches and you'll find out how
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Unfortunately I think no.
I went to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. And there is write No. So, I think that my device cannot be unlocked, unless I pay some company to do, right?
Guys,
Just to let you know that I have solved my problem.
I made the bootloader unlock with this server:
wotanserver.com
Worked fine!
Tks.
I really want this rom,http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1336461, a but it says you need an unlocked bootloader,
BTW I am running gingerbread and stuff, please help me
HwaA18 said:
I really want this rom,http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1336461, a but it says you need an unlocked bootloader,
BTW I am running gingerbread and stuff, please help me
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You have to unlock your bootloader because that ROM requires you to flash a custom kernel.
The thread explicitly states you need an unlocked bootloader, yet you still have to ask?
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The thread explicitly states you need an unlocked bootloader, yet you still have to ask?
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Eh, maybe a bit harsh. In OP's defense, most of the talk around here about bootloader unlocking is concerning ICS ROMs. Probably just wanted to make sure since that ROM is based on stock.
Actually the rom might work witn unlocked boot loader, check out the 54 page
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HwaA18 said:
Actually the rom might work witn unlocked boot loader, check out the 54 page
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Use stock kernel and you'd be fine.
Does that mean if I am running stock Verizon I will be fine?
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HwaA18 said:
Does that mean if I am running stock Verizon I will be fine?
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Correct. Correction you should stick with Verizon's 2.3.3 rom and you will be fine.
chery2k said:
Correct. Correction you should stick with Verizon's 2.3.3 rom and you will be fine.
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can i install with cwm? because i dont know how to use fastboot
HwaA18 said:
can i install with cwm? because i dont know how to use fastboot
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Use CWM to flash ROMs. Use Fastboot to flash kernels.
So that's a yes?
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R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
But that requires you to flash a custom kernel, which I can't because I don't an unlocked bootloader.
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Yea I realized that afterwards that's why I edited my post. And yes it will work. But if you wanted the .145 you could just use the darforest ver.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
Just a quick confirmation, I can flash this in CWM? As you can see, Im a huge noob
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Yes...be sure you do a backup first. Since you stated you are on 2.3.3 you'll be OK.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
It says it can run on stock kernel so r800x users should be fine... ill test when I get home
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Have you tried?
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Lordomn said:
Yes...be sure you do a backup first. Since you stated you are on 2.3.3 you'll be OK.
R800x-unlocked/AOKP m6
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I just flashed it, and I am stuck at the sony ericsson logo, what do i do now, besides flashtool?
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I just flashed it, and I am stuck at the sony ericsson logo, what do i do now, besides flashtool?
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You'd better learn how to use flashtool.
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Hi, old xda guy to a new forum.I have an r8000at, but I cant manage to root it. I can't unlock the bootloader, and all this unlock stuff is new to me. I just want to root it. Anyway possible?
senrai180 said:
Hi, old xda guy to a new forum.I have an r8000at, but I cant manage to root it. I can't unlock the bootloader, and all this unlock stuff is new to me. I just want to root it. Anyway possible?
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does super one click work with at?
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fma965 said:
does super one click work with at?
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It would just stop at step 7, it wouldn't do anything after that.
senrai180 said:
Hi, old xda guy to a new forum.I have an r8000at, but I cant manage to root it. I can't unlock the bootloader, and all this unlock stuff is new to me. I just want to root it. Anyway possible?
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You can flash superuser.zip in recovery if you unlock your bootloader. why do you say you cant?
216Monster said:
You can flash superuser.zip in recovery if you unlock your bootloader. why do you say you cant?
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When i check to see if bootloader can be unlocked by putting in the numbers and pound, it isnt there. :/
No.... it will show "yes" or "no"
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No.... it will show "yes" or "no"
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Why isn't it there then?
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The 'bootloader unlock allowed: yes' doesnt always ahow up. It depends on the android version and some other things. Anyway, if it shows no value for it or it even doesnt show up at all, it means you cannot unlock you BL, not at least by IMEI code method. It is possible through a paid method by alejandrissimo, a well known and trusted member of xda. Just take a look on unlock-bootloader.com (maybe its free now, I dont know)
For unrooting, you should try flashtool (zerg-rush), or the unroot tool, maybe they work on r800at
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How to root
senrai180 said:
Hi, old xda guy to a new forum.I have an r8000at, but I cant manage to root it. I can't unlock the bootloader, and all this unlock stuff is new to me. I just want to root it. Anyway possible?
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Try the Zerg rush method in the develpers forum. look for it. just type Zerg Rush on the search bar... when i had my play with stuck, that was the way I got it rooted...
hi friends,
i used the "DooMLoRD's Easy Rooting Toolkit [v4] (zergRush Exploit)" to root my xperia play successfully.
i want to know that if the bootloader also be unlocked? how to check?
try the method in the Sony Unlock Bootloader Web site, there you can find how to know if it's and if you can unlock it..
r4_broadcast said:
try the method in the Sony Unlock Bootloader Web site, there you can find how to know if it's and if you can unlock it..
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Tried it, too bad I can't.
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The 'bootloader unlock allowed: yes' doesnt always ahow up. It depends on the android version and some other things. Anyway, if it shows no value for it or it even doesnt show up at all, it means you cannot unlock you BL, not at least by IMEI code method. It is possible through a paid method by alejandrissimo, a well known and trusted member of xda. Just take a look on unlock-bootloader.com (maybe its free now, I dont know)
For unrooting, you should try flashtool (zerg-rush), or the unroot tool, maybe they work on r800at
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Thanks for the reply, but I already know.I'm relying on himto do a free one haha
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honming said:
hi friends,
i used the "DooMLoRD's Easy Rooting Toolkit [v4] (zergRush Exploit)" to root my xperia play successfully.
i want to know that if the bootloader also be unlocked? how to check?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23680742&postcount=1
please go to the thread and read carefully you will find what you need to know