Hey whats up guys? coming from samsung Galaxy s, i have a few questions to ask about locking and unlocking the bootloader...
1) i saw that if you unlock the bootloader, I will lose my DRM keys, so i will lose the mobile bravia engine, my answer is if I can restore it? and if not, can i restore it after re locking the bootloader again?
2) what benifits do i get from unlocking the bootloader? i mean some roms can be installed on locked bootloader with rooted device??
i know that im asking a noob questions, but hey, you need to start somewhere, dont you?
*also life was easier with samsung i9000, there you just need to root ur phone, and ur good to go...
anyway expecting my xperia z to ship this friady... ) can't wait !
Thanks in advance guys!
r4mie said:
Hey whats up guys? coming from samsung Galaxy s, i have a few questions to ask about locking and unlocking the bootloader...
1) i saw that if you unlock the bootloader, I will lose my DRM keys, so i will lose the mobile bravia engine, my answer is if I can restore it? and if not, can i restore it after re locking the bootloader again?
2) what benifits do i get from unlocking the bootloader? i mean some roms can be installed on locked bootloader with rooted device??
i know that im asking a noob questions, but hey, you need to start somewhere, dont you?
*also life was easier with samsung i9000, there you just need to root ur phone, and ur good to go...
anyway expecting my xperia z to ship this friady... ) can't wait !
Thanks in advance guys!
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No, DRM and Bravia Engine 2 are lost forever. Maybe someone can port Bravia engine.
With an unlocked phone you can flash a custom kernel.
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Dreiundachzig said:
No, DRM and Bravia Engine 2 are lost forever. Maybe someone can port Bravia engine.
With an unlocked phone you can flash a custom kernel.
Sent from my Xperia Z using xda premium
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Thanks for your quick response !
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Well as the tittle says im noob ..
First of all .. I have rooted X8 with Froyo Pro v1.1 for X8
And im just wondering if i Unlock bootloader on my phone , what will i get ?
New things ?
And , if my phone bricks or something goes wrong , or i want to relock bootloader , will this be fixed with SE updater ?
Im Noob Dont Hate Me <3
kontos123 said:
Well as the tittle says im noob ..
First of all .. I have rooted X8 with Froyo Pro v1.1 for X8
And im just wondering if i Unlock bootloader on my phone , what will i get ?
New things ?
And , if my phone bricks or something goes wrong , or i want to relock bootloader , will this be fixed with SE updater ?
Im Noob Dont Hate Me <3
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If you unlock bootlader you will be able to install custom kernel. And you ll get OC, UV, swap support, tethering and much more built in kernel. Also custom kernel will improve overval speed of device.
You cant fix it with sonys update, you have to relock bootloader using S1 Tool.
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if i do something wrong while i unlocking the bootloader and the phone bricks , will this be forever ? Can i fix it ?
follow step by step please don't make any mistake while relock bootloader
(b'coz it just very simply step)
not forever..U can sent to any phone store and U have to wait how long they take
I have a question for anyone who have purchased the Root Android software from this website:-
http://root-android.org/
I am thinking of rooting my Sony Xperia V device but has anyone tried on their Sony Xperia phones and it successfully rooted without unlocking the bootloaders please?
Darkfunnyguy said:
I have a question for anyone who have purchased the Root Android software from this website:-
http://root-android.org/
I am thinking of rooting my Sony Xperia V device but has anyone tried on their Sony Xperia phones and it successfully rooted without unlocking the bootloaders please?
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You would really pay $29.99 to get your V rooted....wow...
Actually I awaiting for anyone to root the Sony Xperia V with Jelly Bean without unlocking bootloader. I have rooted with my smartphone by unlocking the bootloader which was a mistake as problems with broken mobile bravia and download music info from Walkman app would not work. Fortunately I upgraded to Jelly Bean via pc companion fixed it all so I will not unlock my bootloader again.
I just contacted Root Android my questions so I wait and see.
Darkfunnyguy said:
Actually I awaiting for anyone to root the Sony Xperia V with Jelly Bean without unlocking bootloader. I have rooted with my smartphone by unlocking the bootloader which was a mistake as problems with broken mobile bravia and download music info from Walkman app would not work. Fortunately I upgraded to Jelly Bean via pc companion fixed it all so I will not unlock my bootloader again.
I just contacted Root Android my questions so I wait and see.
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OK,
The "issues" with bravia and walkman are not really issues at all. They are fully explained onthe Sony site that they will lose functionality and also they explain why.
And what are those explained please?
Link me a website if you will or have time please.
google
unlock bootloader sony
first hit
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
you will have had to "read" and agree to this before you unlocked the bootloader of your phone.
As I said I do not want to unlock my phone again as it been repaired by upgrading to Jelly Bean for my download music info on walkman app now worked again.
I want to root without unlocking the bootloader.
Read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2135124
you have to unlock the bootloader but after it all you can flash a relock ftf.
Not sure if it fixes the BE or walkman but thats up to you to read up on it
I did do a relock otherwise I would not been able to to update to Jelly Bean via pc companion, ultimately fixing the walkman and BE.
So are you saying my device would have to be unlocked then root it and there is no other way?
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I did do a relock otherwise I would not been able to to update to Jelly Bean via pc companion, ultimately fixing the walkman and BE.
So are you saying my device would have to be unlocked then root it and there is no other way?
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currently yes, there is no other way. But that thread says you can relock and keep root... read the thread
Yes with the risk of removal security drm keys ultimately breaking the download music info gain. Yet it can be relocked but still does not fix the problem I think if I am right.
I rather you or people on the link thread to take the risk you gave me is the reason why I already asked the question but got no response as of yet.
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Yes with the risk of removal security drm keys ultimately breaking the download music info gain. Yet it can be relocked but still does not fix the problem I think if I am right.
I rather you or people on the link thread to take the risk you gave me is the reason why I already asked the question but got no response as of yet.
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Nice to know you want others to take the risk... This forum is about sharing...maybe you could be the first and share the good news with others
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How do I customise the signature on xda premium app?
I know a thread where Sony Xperia S smartphones I think have fixed it, just have and wait and see, probably not.
You should read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38617694
hi, new to the forum and android for that matter was looking for some advice and information i have just renewed my contact the the carrier threeuk and took the sony xperia z (great phone) , i was reading about customs roms and all the other great stuff on this forum but i have a few questions :
when try to unlock the bootloader mine says "no" which is im guessing down to 3 uk blocking this so if i flashed and debranded the xz would that enable me to have "yes" in the service settings or do i have to contact 3 and somehow hope they would allow me to do this and if not and i still cant unlock my bootloader would there be any sort of hack or something in the future that might enable this to happen
thanks in advance for any feedback
Sean
seanw1990 said:
hi, new to the forum and android for that matter was looking for some advice and information i have just renewed my contact the the carrier threeuk and took the sony xperia z (great phone) , i was reading about customs roms and all the other great stuff on this forum but i have a few questions :
when try to unlock the bootloader mine says "no" which is im guessing down to 3 uk blocking this so if i flashed and debranded the xz would that enable me to have "yes" in the service settings or do i have to contact 3 and somehow hope they would allow me to do this and if not and i still cant unlock my bootloader would there be any sort of hack or something in the future that might enable this to happen
thanks in advance for any feedback
Sean
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AFAIK, if your device says "Bootloader Unlock Allowed: NO", there's no way to unlock it.
There are roms that work with BL locked also, if you're interested.
The only reason (For now) to unlock BL would be CM or Custom kernel.
diego9016 said:
AFAIK, if your device says "Bootloader Unlock Allowed: NO", there's no way to unlock it.
There are roms that work with BL locked also, if you're interested.
The only reason (For now) to unlock BL would be CM or Custom kernel.
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i would be interested in this for sure i didnt know about this im basically wanting a good stock android 4.2.2 rom if possible could you direct me to any and the proper tutorials i would need to install the correct stuff i would be very very grateful
seanw1990 said:
i would be interested in this for sure i didnt know about this im basically wanting a good stock android 4.2.2 rom if possible could you direct me to any and the proper tutorials i would need to install the correct stuff i would be very very grateful
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In order to install 4.2.2, you need a CM based rom, so you'll need an unlocked bootloader.
The first thing you need to do is check if your bootloader is unlockable, so take a look at this thread.
After that, you need root and CWM (Locked BL, Unlocked BL).
Then, you need to find the rom you want (CM, PAC, AOKP (Kanged), among others). You can find more under development or original development sections. (These roms will work ONLY IF YOU HAVE UNLOCKED YOUR BL).
If you can't unlock your bl, you can also install Sony based roms, such as KA, RomAur, among others.
diego9016 said:
In order to install 4.2.2, you need a CM based rom, so you'll need an unlocked bootloader.
The first thing you need to do is check if your bootloader is unlockable, so take a look at this thread.
After that, you need root and CWM (Locked BL, Unlocked BL).
Then, you need to find the rom you want (CM, PAC, AOKP (Kanged), among others). You can find more under development or original development sections. (These roms will work ONLY IF YOU HAVE UNLOCKED YOUR BL).
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i cant unlock my bootloader , so would have to be roms for locked bootloaders would there be any of at least stock android i could install or one themed on stock android i just dont like the sony skin that much and want the blue status bar icons
seanw1990 said:
i cant unlock my bootloader , so would have to be roms for locked bootloaders would there be any of at least stock android i could install or one themed on stock android i just dont like the sony skin that much and want the blue status bar icons
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If you can't unlock your bl, you can also install Sony based roms, such as KA, RomAur, among others and install a launcher.
diego9016 said:
If you can't unlock your bl, you can also install Sony based roms, such as KA, RomAur, among others and install a launcher.
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ok i understand now , thanks alot for you help and helping me understand this
seanw1990 said:
ok i understand now , thanks alot for you help and helping me understand this
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No problem... Hope you enjoy your Z
root
seanw1990 said:
ok i understand now , thanks alot for you help and helping me understand this
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u can still root your phone and download various mods...........u can also try turdzzs rom it works fine with locked bootloader tried it myself...........remember to backup every thing b4 doing this......hope i helped
riflesnroses said:
u can still root your phone and download various mods...........u can also try turdzzs rom it works fine with locked bootloader tried it myself...........remember to backup every thing b4 doing this......hope i helped
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thanks ill check this out , i understand how to root and install these but how do i install mods do i copy the zip files to my sd card then boot inrecovery and install them from there ?
seanw1990 said:
thanks ill check this out , i understand how to root and install these but how do i install mods do i copy the zip files to my sd card then boot inrecovery and install them from there ?
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In each mod's thread are the instructions. Normally, is the way you say, but there are variations if we have locked bl.
Hey mates!
I have a rooted and custom recoveried X8, which is not a big deal.
Also, it is 11W41 so according to what I've read its bootloader cannot be unlocked without hard brick the device. Am I right?
I'd like to know if there is a ROM that works on this little baby that does NOT require unlocking the bootloader.
Cheers
Found similar thread .. you can refer that..
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1561138
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i'am thinking of buying a used sony xperia z , i want to know if it has unlocked bootloader or no , i easily dial the number of sony and look at status
but what if i need to know if it was unlocked before and then relocked (DRM KEYS LOST) , how can i know that ?
elias234 said:
i'am thinking of buying a used sony xperia z , i want to know if it has unlocked bootloader or no , i easily dial the number of sony and look at status
but what if i need to know if it was unlocked before and then relocked (DRM KEYS LOST) , how can i know that ?
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Thats a good question...
I think u need to check the Bravia Engine.. Turn off Bravia Engine and open a image from Album
Then Enable Bravia Engine and again open the same image from Album.. U can easily find out the difference...
But i think if the guy selling the mobile does not know much things in Android about rooting and flashing means probably it will b a Locked Bootloader...
Rajeev said:
Thats a good question...
I think u need to check the Bravia Engine.. Turn off Bravia Engine and open a image from Album
Then Enable Bravia Engine and again open the same image from Album.. U can easily find out the difference...
But i think if the guy selling the mobile does not know much things in Android about rooting and flashing means probably it will b a Locked Bootloader...
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ty for your answer , how is the best way to see the difference , if i screen shot when bravia engine is of then another screen shot when bravia enging is on , and put the screen shots on pc , will be any difference ?
because in my xperia s didn't found the difference when i unlocked bootloader