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Xperia Acro......root? unlock? fastboot? anything?

Hey guys,
Just picked up the Japanese Xperia Acro with au/KDDI in Japan. From what I gathered, the phone is almost exactly the same as the Xperia Arc, only difference in name, so I felt it'd be best to post here.
Anyway, great phone, but I'm desperate to root it and then overclock the processor. Thing is, it's branded with the carrier, so I'm unable to access fastboot loader. (Holding menu and plugging in usb doesn't trigger blue light)
Considering this is my first Android phone, I'm literally stuck on where to go from here. Is it impossible for me to root this phone and load custom firmware due to it being locked with the carrier? Am I really stuck with an untinkerable phone?
Appreciate your help guys...

I can unlock your bootloader remotely and enable fastboot for you
The process uses testpoint which is in a different position from the Arc

Jinx13 said:
I can unlock your bootloader remotely and enable fastboot for you
The process uses testpoint which is in a different position from the Arc
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Sounds good!
How can I arrange this?

Hi Jinx13. Would you be able to remotely unlock the bootloader on my Xperia Arc? I've tried searching through forums for the past couple of days to unlock the bootloader but can't manage it. I'm with Rogers Canada, I unlocked the sim and debranded the phone (I think).
Thanks.

pete_xperia_arc said:
Hi Jinx13. Would you be able to remotely unlock the bootloader on my Xperia Arc? I've tried searching through forums for the past couple of days to unlock the bootloader but can't manage it. I'm with Rogers Canada, I unlocked the sim and debranded the phone (I think).
Thanks.
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Yeah sure contact me via PM
Sent from my LT15i using xda premium

Jinx13 said:
Yeah sure contact me via PM
Sent from my LT15i using xda premium
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Excuse me. could you advise if the tool "SE Extreme Tweaker for ALL 2011 Models" can be used for au IS11S acro?
There was same question in the thread but there is no answer.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1356253

gpx606 said:
Excuse me. could you advise if the tool "SE Extreme Tweaker for ALL 2011 Models" can be used for au IS11S acro?
There was same question in the thread but there is no answer.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1356253
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Sorry I cannot comment on that as I do not know.
Jinx13

Sony Ericsson Xperia acro IS11S Au KDDI
cphil19 said:
Hey guys,
Just picked up the Japanese Xperia Acro with au/KDDI in Japan. From what I gathered, the phone is almost exactly the same as the Xperia Arc, only difference in name, so I felt it'd be best to post here.
Anyway, great phone, but I'm desperate to root it and then overclock the processor. Thing is, it's branded with the carrier, so I'm unable to access fastboot loader. (Holding menu and plugging in usb doesn't trigger blue light)
Considering this is my first Android phone, I'm literally stuck on where to go from here. Is it impossible for me to root this phone and load custom firmware due to it being locked with the carrier? Am I really stuck with an untinkerable phone?
Appreciate your help guys...
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I have same phone and now i have a galaxy note 3 too so i don't use acro anymore. so i wanted to root my acro phone. i know what you are going throw because acro phone is unable to root. So i flashed the firmware and then i could root my phone and everything is working fine. Originally my acro had "IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.118_au" firmware so i flashed it in to "IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI" then i could root acro. if you want to know all the steps let me know i'll post all the steps.
Good Luck.!

Hi DeadCode, can you please post the steps for the above sony xperia is11s to put on IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI.ftf ?
Also, do you know if this phone could be used in UK?
Thanks

Ok sure. Please wait im my phone xda app and i just woke up. I'll post the steps soon as possible.
Sent from my SCL22 using XDA Free mobile app

Install Flastools and Flashing a new firmware
BadSeeds said:
Hi DeadCode, can you please post the steps for the above sony xperia is11s to put on IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI.ftf ?
Also, do you know if this phone could be used in UK?
Thanks
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Also, do you know if this phone could be used in UK?
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- I don't know you can use it in UK or not. But i think if you can find CDMA mobile network provider yo may have a chance to use it. Also you may need you sim unlock.
Install Flastools and Flashing a new firmware
OK this is how i flash my firmware.
I have a Windows 8.1 running PC so this is the steps i did.
First you need to download two files so first download below files.
IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI.ftf
https://mega.co.nz/#!kVInSCQQ!bx7sX1izriRgHK14dmXC1r2LEKTZ4By6CBW5UjAcqww
flashtool-0.9.18.3-windows.exe
https://mega.co.nz/#!JVpBjTaI!fV-1JgQm7-bmMbL-xBxYOKhDAMZcS-aUsIreEm_gvFk
Then you need to install flashtool-0.9.18.3-windows.exe. Just double click and install it and Remember the installing folder (Example - "C:\Flashtool" or "C:\Program Files\Flashtool" like that) and then go to that folder. Inside that folder go to drivers folder and install Flashtool-drivers.exe. Click next check the Flashmode Drivers and Fastboot Drivers (Very important you select those) and go down the menu and select the phone model (Read all well). Then install. If your installation finis without warning errors then you ok. If your installation finis with warning errors then do next step.
Go to PC Settings (Charms Bar) > Change PC Settings > Update And Recovery > Recovery > Restart Now (Advanced Startup)
it will restart to Advance Startup automatically
In Advance Startup -
Troubleshoot > Advanced Settings > Start-up Settings > Restart
After rebooted you will get a screen says. Here to choose options for that we have to use function keys. Now press "F7" to select "Disable Driver Signature Enforcement" .
Now your PC will boot with Disabled Driver Signature Enforcement and you will be able to install Flashtool/Fastboot drivers. so again install the Flashtool-drivers.exe and will finish without errors.
after that again go to falshtool installed folder and go to Firmwares folder and if you see any files already on that firmwares folder delete them. Then copy IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI.ftf file that you download before to firmwares folder. and then run FlashTool.exe (If your PC 64bit then run FlashTool64.exe)
Now on your device go to (Very important to do all the steps below)
01. settings > Application settings > Development > check USB debugging
02. settings > Application settings > uncheck Unknown sources
03. settings > Sony Ericsson > Connectivity > USB connection mode > choose Mass storage mode
Then connect your device to PC using Original USB cable.
Go to flashtool software click on flash icon.
Then chose Flashmode > ok
Then new window will open (Firmware Selector) then you can see the IS11S_4.0.1.B.0.112_KDDI.ftf file already on that.
Now just click on FLASH.!
That's all wait it to finish. and your device will restart automatically. and DONE.!
I couldn't remember where i download those files but i already had those so i upload it for you and anyone who want to download those.
And if this post helps you then be kind enough to click on THANKS for me.!
Enjoy.!
By - DeadCode - Knowledge is free

Thanks for the instructions, I will give them a try.
Do you know if it is possible to unlock the bootloader on this model? Service menu days its not possible?
Thanks

BadSeeds said:
Thanks for the instructions, I will give them a try.
Do you know if it is possible to unlock the bootloader on this model? Service menu days its not possible?
Thanks
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I didn't try to unlock it because im not using that phone anymore sorry
Sent from my SCL22 using XDA Free mobile app

Xperia ion Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking

Taken from [Tutorial] Xperia S/P/U/Sola Bootloader Unlocking & Relocking and modified slightly for the ion. I take no credit for this tutorial.
Quick tutorial for unlocking & relocking the bootloader of the Xperia ion.
This is the official way to unlock bootloader
Warning!
This procedure will wipe the /data partition of your phone, so you will loose all ur stored data, settings. SDCARD will NOT BE WIPED!!!
DRM keys WILL be lost forever
Why should I unlock the bootloader?
You can flash custom ROMs/Kernels.
You don't need to worry if the new firmware can be rooted or not as with unlocked bootloader you can always ROOT your device.
SE/Sony gives sneak-peaks/preview builds of latest OS which requires unlocked bootloaders, as they did with Xperia 2011 line (they had ICS alpha/beta), so who knows may be SE/Sony may give early builds of ICS (JellyBean???)
Most of this is taken from lollylost100's his tutorial from ARC thread (all credits for that concise tutorial go to him, i have elaborated on a few things and added device specific changes)
[ Before we begin unlocking bootloader ]
Get the IMEI code for your device: type *#06# in phone dialer to find it out, note only the digits (no dashes)
Download the fastboot package with usb drivers (alternate drivers if the ones in package dont work)
Make sure u have a windows PC with USB cable to connect the phone
Power down your phone and keeping the Volume Up button pressed connect the USB cable to PC this will trigger FASTBOOT mode and windows will start driver installation, extract the above package and point the driver install to that location (usb_driver) folder
Once drivers are installed just disconnect cable and power on device
[ how to unlock ] (official way)
Go to: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ and read everything!
At the bottom click 'Start Unlocking the Bootloader'
First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the phone dial pad and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
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After you have verified that you can unlock bootloader, scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Continue"
You will get "Are you sure prompt" accept it by clicking "yes i am sure" (i assume that you have read an understood it)
Then accept the "legal terms"
Finally you will get a "Create Unlock request" page, enter your IMEI (sometimes the last digit needs to be removed for this to work), name and email address
You should now receive your unique unlock key, its displayed on screen, SAVE THIS KEY SAFELY
Extract fastboot_with_Android_USB_file.rar and open fastboot folder
Hold SHIFT and right click on the background of the folder
Select 'Open command window here'
Connect your phone in fastboot mode (turn phone off, hold Volume UP button and plug in USB Cable) [make sure drivers are installed as explained above)
In the cmd windows type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version
If a value is returned (it will return 0.5), it means the phone is correctly connected
Type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY and replace KEY with the key which you received earlier.
Your device should now be bootloader unlocked
If this tutorial is too much for you then itskapil wrote a step-by-step guide (and recorded a video also):
-Instructions: http://www.theandroidsoul.com/how-to...-play-neo-pro/
-Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRH3pC7MhEA
(the above videos and some steps are for Xperia 2011 devices, but most the steps are same for Xperia ion)
Info on Relocking bootloader is in next post

Relocking bootloader
RELOCKING BOOTLOADER WILL ALLOW YOU TO GET NEWEST UPDATES & REPAIR DEVICE USING SEUS/PCC
Before we begin relocking the bootloader make sure that u have flashtool download & installed
You can get the latest version of FlashTool from:
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
Download link is under "Installation" tab
If you have not use FlashTool before read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1526866
Download this FTF:
Xperia ion -> LT28-ION_Relock_bootloader_Dogsly-TEST.ftf // Mirror 1
Flash this FTF via FlashTool:
When it says enter flashmode, power down device and keeping VOLUME DOWN button pressed connect usb cable to phone, the device will now enter flashmode (green LED)
After this file is flashed reboot phone
Bootloader will now be relocked!!!
Incase device doesn't boot DO NOT PANIC... You can flash stock firmware FTF anytime to get back to stock ROM
P.S.: there is no official way to relock bootloader

So because my phone says I can't unlock the bootloader, does that mean I can never unlock the bootloader? Or do I have to wait to be able to root it first?
PS: I got my ion from Best Buy so is that why? Will I ever be able to unlock the BL ? I've rooted and unlocked my x10, back in the old days lol but I'm just wondering if there's any difference with getting a phone from at&t directly or from the sony store and best buy.

Auggy99 said:
So because my phone says I can't unlock the bootloader, does that mean I can never unlock the bootloader? Or do I have to wait to be able to root it first?
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Have to wait to see if another way to unlock the bootloader is discovered. Root and unlocking the bootloader are two different things that accomplish or allow different things you can do on the phone.
IE rooting allows you to uninstall system apps & bloatware, backup apps/data, make changes to build.prop etc. Unlocking the bootloader will give you access to fastboot so you can flash custom roms/kernels and other images such as a pre-rooted system image to gain root.

I wonder. If we can not unlock the bootloader for some LT28at, why is there a key to unlock it? I did the Sony bootloader unlock for fun and apparently they have a key for my LT28at even though it says bootloader unlock is not allowed.

Bach415 said:
I wonder. If we can not unlock the bootloader for some LT28at, why is there a key to unlock it? I did the Sony bootloader unlock for fun and apparently they have a key for my LT28at even though it says bootloader unlock is not allowed.
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You can unlock bootloader on the LT28i and, accordingly, there is a file to be relock bootloader LT28i

dogsly said:
You can unlock bootloader on the LT28i and, accordingly, there is a file to be relock bootloader LT28i
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I understand that works for lt28i but I'm referring to lt28at the us model of the ion and why there is a bootlloader unlock code when we can't unlock it.

see if it works

Has anyone with an ion that has
Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes
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tried to unlock it via the sony site and if you did and it was successful have you tried to relock it using the file linked above? Would be nice to know if that works.

Possible fix?
If the LT28i can be unlocked, what if we flash the international firmware on our LT28at's and then do the LT28i method? Maybe a stupid question but this is the first phone I've had that's a challenge to do stuff like unlocking and rooting. My last phone (HTC Aria) was extremely easy.

SU1CiDE said:
If the LT28i can be unlocked, what if we flash the international firmware on our LT28at's and then do the LT28i method? Maybe a stupid question but this is the first phone I've had that's a challenge to do stuff like unlocking and rooting. My last phone (HTC Aria) was extremely easy.
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Flashing firmwares does not change the ability to unlock the bootloader.

Spectre51 said:
Flashing firmwares does not change the ability to unlock the bootloader.
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Kinda figured that

I tried to relock the bootloader. The flash pass but the phone can't turn on after that.
*I reflash the stock kernel again and the phone can power on now.
So here is the result, once you relock bootloader, you need to flash back the stock kernel in other to turn on the phone. Hopefully this will help those people who got stuck after relock bootloader.

Hello guys
I was just wondering, if bootloader unlock or flashing cutom kernel will allow to use sim cards from other mobile operators (European for ex.) ?
I have an ability to buy this device in us through my friend. but Im interested if I would be able to use it in Europe I was thinking of buying xperia p or s, but they dont have microsd card support.
Im not interested in using LTE networks. Just common 2g.
I planning to use it like a second android device as a multimedia player instead of my galaxy s wifi5.0. (because of good sound quality and other features).
Thanx a lot for responses

Assyle said:
Hello guys
I was just wondering, if bootloader unlock or flashing cutom kernel will allow to use sim cards from other mobile operators (European for ex.) ?
I have an ability to buy this device in us through my friend. but Im interested if I would be able to use it in Europe I was thinking of buying xperia p or s, but they dont have microsd card support.
Im not interested in using LTE networks. Just common 2g.
I planning to use it like a second android device as a multimedia player instead of my galaxy s wifi5.0. (because of good sound quality and other features).
Thanx a lot for responses
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No. You can't unlock the bootloader of the lt28at and you can't sim unlock it either. Best bet is get an international version not one from the US.
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2

Spectre51 said:
No. You can't unlock the bootloader of the lt28at and you can't sim unlock it either. Best bet is get an international version not one from the US.
Sent from my LT28at using Tapatalk 2
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ok. thanx
probably wait for Xperia acro S... probably will be sold in europe in nearest future.

Drivers aren't working for my device. The alternative drivers link isn't working. Can someone please upload the alternative drivers. Thank you.:good:

i'm sorry if it was mentioned, but i didn't find . is there a way to unlock the carrier already for lt28at ? i don't mind losing the lte.

apkraven said:
i'm sorry if it was mentioned, but i didn't find . is there a way to unlock the carrier already for lt28at ? i don't mind losing the lte.
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I think you can switch the rom to international version but it will still be bootloader locked. Not sure about carrier
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion

apkraven said:
i'm sorry if it was mentioned, but i didn't find . is there a way to unlock the carrier already for lt28at ? i don't mind losing the lte.
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Read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1761578
Sent from my LT22i using Tapatalk 2

[Q] xperia arc s fastboot mode

HEllo,
Can I boot into fastmode if my xperia has an unlockable bootloader?
Thank you

rjpcardoso said:
HEllo,
Can I boot into fastmode if my xperia has an unlockable bootloader?
Thank you
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Can. Turn-off phone, then press and hold "Menu" button. Connect phone to computer. The LED will turn to blue color. Now, it is in fastboot mode.

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hyper200 said:
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If you have nothing to say then don't post.

pc-ox said:
Can. Turn-off phone, then press and hold "Menu" button. Connect phone to computer. The LED will turn to blue color. Now, it is in fastboot mode.
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are you sure about this? I don't seem to be able to.

BernardoCalhanas said:
are you sure about this? I don't seem to be able to.
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Then your bootloader isn't unlocked.

Keypad, type in *#*#7378423#*#*, Service Info, Configuration
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlocked: Yes
or this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
then you can enter fastboot mode.
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
then you can not enter fastboot.
Anymore questions?

Fastboot problem!
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Someguyfromhell said:
Keypad, type in *#*#7378423#*#*, Service Info, Configuration
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlocked: Yes
or this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
then you can enter fastboot mode.
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
then you can not enter fastboot.
Anymore questions?
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hello,
i m using xperia arc s and having Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
in flashtool 0.9.10.1 i flash my device completely, then i attach a phone for fastboot,
everything going right, but when i click Lighting ICON => fastboot => OK nothing happen
need your help urgent
thanks in advance

You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers

Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Thanks bro,
But, i found that Xperia Ultimate HD can also install on Locked Boot loader
You can find it in Developer's Page
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
I use flash tool 0.9.10.1 & LuPus Kerenl
need help

er.mayankpatel said:
hello,
i m using xperia arc s and having Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
in flashtool 0.9.10.1 i flash my device completely, then i attach a phone for fastboot,
everything going right, but when i click Lighting ICON => fastboot => OK nothing happen
need your help urgent
thanks in advance
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Put your phone into fastboot mode first (turn off your phone, hold down menu button and then connect the USB cable, blue LED shall light on).
Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Only original TrackID, provided with phone. The one from Play Store works with unlocked bootloader aswell.

Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Thanks For the Reply,
But, i want to flash my phone with XPERIA Ultimate HD, and on the Developer's page someone ask the question
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
if Yes, then how can i do this???????????
Please help, i just love this ROM

er.mayankpatel said:
Thanks For the Reply,
But, i want to flash my phone with XPERIA Ultimate HD, and on the Developer's page someone ask the question
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
if Yes, then how can i do this???????????
Please help, i just love this ROM
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Just DON'T install it. My Xperia Arc s is locked bootloader and i tried to install Ultimate HD Rom twice, but no hope after installation Sony logo stucks!
first time i solved it by using Update Service.
second time (NOW) still on Sony logo and Update Service isn't working, it says "You already have the latest software installed"
so for now I'm searching for a way to fix it

dark-shadow93 said:
Just DON'T install it. My Xperia Arc s is locked bootloader and i tried to install Ultimate HD Rom twice, but no hope after installation Sony logo stucks!
first time i solved it by using Update Service.
second time (NOW) still on Sony logo and Update Service isn't working, it says "You already have the latest software installed"
so for now I'm searching for a way to fix it
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Thanks dear,
I think it happen due to you have not unlock the bootloader
the same thing done with me,
now i am trying to unlock my bootloader
Use this link :- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1034087
After try this, Please tell me how can you do this????
Thanks in Advance

Someguyfromhell said:
Put your phone into fastboot mode first (turn off your phone, hold down menu button and then connect the USB cable, blue LED shall light on).
Only original TrackID, provided with phone. The one from Play Store works with unlocked bootloader aswell.
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Thanks For your reply,
I do the same what you tell, after putting my phone in fast boot then i do the things in Flashtool.
But nothing hapen
Please advice, what to do

er.mayankpatel said:
Thanks dear,
I think it happen due to you have not unlock the bootloader
the same thing done with me,
now i am trying to unlock my bootloader
Use this link :- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1034087
After try this, Please tell me how can you do this????
Thanks in Advance
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Just SOLVED IT! :laugh:
I flashed stock firmware using flash tool
stock firmware link by a member in the forum: http://www.mediafire.com/?rhr59r4o6oarnfx
then::
1. rooted the device
2. installed CWM
3. wiped everything
4. installed UHD and choosing just one app to install
5. unticked reboot
6. wiped Dalvik Cache ONLY
7. reboot device from CWM
8. Enjoyed UHD

UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium

tangosierra_ said:
UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Not necessarily! choosing to install all the apps in the AROMA Installer causes sticking on Sony logo in locked bootloaders.

tangosierra_ said:
UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Thanks,
But, i flash my device with the following FTF file LT18i_4.1.B.0.587_(1254-2716).ftf
If the problem comes due to this file, then which one is suitable for my ARC S ????
Please reply

[Guide] How to unlock bootloader using flashtool for all Xperia [Noob Friendly]

hi guys this is just a guide to unlock bootloader easily by using flashtool on All Xperia
first I'm not responsible for bricked phone
remember there may be full data reset on unlocking bootloader
if want to unlock follow bellow step
Its Better to take TA BACKUP[so that you can relock your bootloader and claim your warranty] http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
Download flashtool : http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
Steps:
First you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your device by checking the service menu. In your device, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
In your device, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
go here http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/ and select your device and click continue
now type your mail id..and tick agree the terms and condition on that page and click submit
open your mail...see the mail from sony..it will have a link.. open it
now open flashtool click BLU icon...and then connect your phone on flashmode by pressing and holding volume down button
and after sometime it will show another window to unplug phone/..
unplug phone.., press and hold volume up button[Fastboot Mode] and connect the phone to pc again
now it will ask the code...
copy the IMEI from flashtool and paste IMEI on the link you opened from mail and tick two agree the terms and condition and click submit
now again open mail....Check your mail,it will receive a mail from Sony with key...
copy the key code in ur mail and paste in flashtool...Then click Unlock..
thats it ur phone gets unlocked and if it restarts...pull the battery out and flash the stock rom again...
[NOTE1:while unlocking if u got errors..close flashtool and open it]
[NOTE2:After you unlock bootloader.U cant flash other device roms on your device..it will hard brick your phone..please use kernels,Roms made for your device]
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ansebovi said:
hi guys this is just a guide to unlock bootloader easily by using flashtool on xperia m dual
first I'm not responsible for bricked phone
remember there may be full data reset on unlocking bootloader
if want to unlock follow bellow steps
steps
First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your device by checking the service menu. In your device, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
In your device, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
open this website http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/unlock/step1 and click yes till it shows to give ur details of name,imei,email address
now give the details and give imei which is only the first 14digits leave the last digit...give the valid email since u will get your code in mail...
now download the attachment C200X.rar then extract it to C:\Flashtool\devices\
Eg:it should be C:\Flashtool\devices\C200x
now open flashtool click BLU icon...and then connect your phone on flashmode by pressing and holding volume down button
and after sometime it will show another window to unplug phone/..
unplug phone.., press and hold volume up button and connect the phone to pc again
now it will ask the code...copy the code in ur mail and paste ...
thats it ur phone gets unlocked and it will automatically reboot...reboot will take time...
i m using xperia m dual using 15.2.A.1.12 stock for c2005
and flashed the stock kernel with cwm here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2484306
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i unlocked several xperia devices this is my 1st dual sim mobile its given 2 imei no any 1 imei can i give to unlock bootloader??

sidrock622 said:
i unlocked several xperia devices this is my 1st dual sim mobile its given 2 imei no any 1 imei can i give to unlock bootloader??
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i dont know but i used 1st one

ansebovi said:
i dont know but i used 1st one
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ok thanks

sidrock622 said:
i unlocked several xperia devices this is my 1st dual sim mobile its given 2 imei no any 1 imei can i give to unlock bootloader??
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How to relock bl

if i unlocke bootloader can i move data games or apps to sdcard
and is the storage problem solved ?????

zepllin said:
if i unlocke bootloader can i move data games or apps to sdcard
and is the storage problem solved ?????
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Only root is required. You don't have to unlock the bootloader.
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sidrock622 said:
How to relock bl
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You can't if you don't have a backup of YOUR TA partition.
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Antrikos48 said:
Only root is required. You don't have to unlock the bootloader.
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You can't if you don't have a backup of YOUR TA partition.
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i rooted but not fix
i`m very sad because buy this phone :crying:

zepllin said:
i rooted but not fix
i`m very sad because buy this phone :crying:
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Do you have full root?
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And how are you trying to transfer them? I swapped sd and Internal. Link2sd doesn't work for me.
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Antrikos48 said:
Do you have full root?
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And how are you trying to transfer them? I swapped sd and Internal. Link2sd doesn't work for me.
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yes i full rooted the phone
link2sd dosen`t work and not installed
and swapped not`work in dual sim

zepllin said:
yes i full rooted the phone
link2sd dosen`t work and not installed
and swapped not`work in dual sim
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Sone people got gl2sd to work. You can try that or foldermount.
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tnx
but i don`t know how to use folder mount ????

zepllin said:
tnx
but i don`t know how to use folder mount ????
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Mount each of the folders in Internal/Android/obb to the sdcard. The large files are saved there.
You can also try unlocking your bootloader or applying the definite reboot-remount fix to get link2sd to work.
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Antrikos48 said:
Mount each of the folders in Internal/Android/obb to the sdcard. The large files are saved there.
You can also try unlocking your bootloader or applying the definite reboot-remount fix to get link2sd to work.
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zepllin said:
tnx
but i don`t know how to use folder mount ????
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GUYS link 2 sd works please reformat ur sd 2nd partition to fat32 and reboot phone then mount script in link2sd...it works..
then gl2sd works if u place obb in sdcard1/obb/
please see general or here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490452
dont regret buying this phone..bcoz this is best phone if u know how to manage it and some help from xda...
i love xperia m dual...having 12gb of game obb,playing 15games like fifa14,gta,dungeon hunter 4,mordern combat 4,dead trigger 2,,...most nice is it never lag even for once..

ansebovi said:
GUYS link 2 sd works please reformat ur sd 2nd partition to fat32 and reboot phone then mount script in link2sd...it works..
then gl2sd works if u place obb in sdcard1/obb/
please see general or here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490452
dont regret buying this phone..bcoz this is best phone if u know how to manage it and some help from xda...
i love xperia m dual...having 12gb of game obb,playing 15games like fifa14,gta,dungeon hunter 4,mordern combat 4,dead trigger 2,,...most nice is it never lag even for once..
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Someone just confirmed link2sd works with ext3. Gl2sd works fine for obb, like foldermount.
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Hi, can i use this for my Xperia M dual C2005 with new Firmware 15.2.A.2.5?
Thanks

cooler567 said:
Hi, can i use this for my Xperia M dual C2005 with new Firmware 15.2.A.2.5?
Thanks
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ya bootloader can be unlocked
ur warranty of phone will be cancelled

Of all people Motorola who have been so far most developer unfriendly have now announced that they shall honor warranty for developer unlocked BL phones as well as for folks who had done earlier unlocked their BL.
Can anyone advise what is the timeline for receiving the BL unlock code from Sony? Also since it is my Dad's phone I am not gonna be unlocking the bootloader until warranty expires however to be safe I was thinking of getting and keeping in record the code from Sony in case they decide in near future to stop issuing unlock codes. My question is (if anyone can advise), is the warranty void only if I actually execute the unlock process using the received code or is it void even if I merely request and get the unlock code from Sony??

ansebovi said:
ya bootloader can be unlocked
ur warranty of phone will be cancelled
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Hi, thank you it works, now how about CWM recovery for new firmware?
i can't find it.
thanks before:laugh:

RAD7 said:
Of all people Motorola who have been so far most developer unfriendly have now announced that they shall honor warranty for developer unlocked BL phones as well as for folks who had done earlier unlocked their BL.
Can anyone advise what is the timeline for receiving the BL unlock code from Sony? Also since it is my Dad's phone I am not gonna be unlocking the bootloader until warranty expires however to be safe I was thinking of getting and keeping in record the code from Sony in case they decide in near future to stop issuing unlock codes. My question is (if anyone can advise), is the warranty void only if I actually execute the unlock process using the received code or is it void even if I merely request and get the unlock code from Sony??
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what do u mean timeline?
they will give the code in a instant u give them ur imei number,..it will be sent to ur email account..
i think warranty only voids after u unlock the bootloader of phone...[receiving code wont void]
cooler567 said:
Hi, thank you it works, now how about CWM recovery for new firmware?
i can't find it.
thanks before:laugh:
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2494793
here..

Flashtool drivers

Hi, I can not install the drivers in flashtoolu doing everything according to procedure in the installation I mark everything you need I mark my phone model will be installed but flashtool you connect your phone in fastboot reports that are not installed drivers could someone advise where is the mistake? thanks for answers

cappone76 said:
Hi, I can not install the drivers in flashtoolu doing everything according to procedure in the installation I mark everything you need I mark my phone model will be installed but flashtool you connect your phone in fastboot reports that are not installed drivers could someone advise where is the mistake? thanks for answers
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Reboot your computer after installing the driver to make sure.

yes I made a reboot, but still fail

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psycho-punk said:
What Windows version are you on, cappone76? Did the installation finish with a window showing a green tickmark next to the drivers you selected?
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ok everything is resolved already, but I do not know how to unlock the bootloader Xperia ZL

bootloader
psycho-punk said:
Google 'unlock bootloader'. Click the link to Sony's page, follow all the instructions until you get the bootloader unlock code and stop, no need to download the Android SDK as it says. Keep the code.
Before you unlock the bootloader, you may want to backup your TA partition, you can find the guide here on XDA.
After all that, in Flashtool, click the BLU icon, follow the steps and unlock the bootloader by entering the code you got earlier.
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Your phone bootloader cannot be officially unlocked ... writes flashtool

psycho-punk said:
Google 'unlock bootloader'. Click the link to Sony's page, follow all the instructions until you get the bootloader unlock code and stop, no need to download the Android SDK as it says. Keep the code.
Before you unlock the bootloader, you may want to backup your TA partition, you can find the guide here on XDA.
After all that, in Flashtool, click the BLU icon, follow the steps and unlock the bootloader by entering the code you got earlier.
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thanks bro... :good: