Hi guys. I'm new to xperia x8. And I read some of the ROM's thread, and the dev says the bootloader have to be unlocked to flash the ROM. Is this true ? So my question is do I have to unlock my bootloader ? How do I know whether my phone is sim lock or not ? My device is Xperia X8 E15i.
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Costume ROMs for Stock Kernel
limyuyang said:
Hi guys. I'm new to xperia x8. And I read some of the ROM's thread, and the dev says the bootloader have to be unlocked to flash the ROM. Is this true ? So my question is do I have to unlock my bootloader ? How do I know whether my phone is sim lock or not ? My device is Xperia X8 E15i.
And here's my device.
Thank you.
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The reason to Unlock the Bootloader is that you are able to Flash a Costume Kernel. There are ROMs for Costume Kernel as well as for Stock Kernel(The Kernel your phone already has). The only problem is that if you are on Stock Kernel (Locked Bootloader) you are only able to upgrade to Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread. If you want to upgrade to Android 4.0.1 ICS or higher you will need a Costume kernel and there for have to Unlock your Bootloader. I don't recommend for you to try to Unlock your Bootloader since you phone's manufacture date is over 11W29. IDK what SIM-Locked has to do with any thing but if you want to check try inserting a SIM-Card from another Carrier to see if it works.
BTW click HERE for a list of Costume ROMs for both Costume Kernel and Stock Kernel.
TheScriptKitty said:
The reason to Unlock the Bootloader is that you are able to Flash a Costume Kernel. There are ROMs for Costume Kernel as well as for Stock Kernel(The Kernel your phone already has). The only problem is that if you are on Stock Kernel (Locked Bootloader) you are only able to upgrade to Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread. If you want to upgrade to Android 4.0.1 ICS or higher you will need a Costume kernel and there for have to Unlock your Bootloader. I don't recommend for you to try to Unlock your Bootloader since you phone's manufacture date is over 11W29. IDK what SIM-Locked has to do with any thing but if you want to check try inserting a SIM-Card from another Carrier to see if it works.
BTW click HERE for a list of Costume ROMs for both Costume Kernel and Stock Kernel.
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Alright. Thank you for your explanation. You cleared all my doubts now.
And I have one last question, so let's say I want to flash this ROM ( GINGER ELITE ), it's a GB version. And that means I don't need to unlock my bootloader to flash that ROM. Whereas if I want to flash the XPERIENCE ROM ( which is based on JB ),I MUST unlock my bootloader. Am I right ?
Ps: your thread is looking good. I can consider it as an index of X8's ROMS. Great work, keep it up. :good:
limyuyang said:
Alright. Thank you for your explanation. You cleared all my doubts now.
And I have one last question, so let's say I want to flash this ROM ( GINGER ELITE ), it's a GB version. And that means I don't need to unlock my bootloader to flash that ROM. Whereas if I want to flash the XPERIENCE ROM ( which is based on JB ),I MUST unlock my bootloader. Am I right ?
Ps: your thread is looking good. I can consider it as an index of X8's ROMS. Great work, keep it up. :good:
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okay 12w05 there is a paid way to unlock bootloader req in forum.... and when you are looking for a custom ROM please read the installation instructions and descriptions before installing, every deV mentions his method of installing and requirements so for your GINGER ELITE read the full thread properly it will b mention there whether it is for stock or custom kernel... diff b/w stock n custom kernels is STOCK= can flash the custom rom without unlocking boot loader. Custom kernel=required unlocked boot loader
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okay 12w05 there is a paid way to unlock bootloader req in forum.... and when you are looking for a custom ROM please read the installation instructions and descriptions before installing, every deV mentions his method of installing and requirements so for your GINGER ELITE read the full thread properly it will b mention there whether it is for stock or custom kernel... diff b/w stock n custom kernels is STOCK= can flash the custom rom without unlocking boot loader. Custom kernel=required unlocked boot loader
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Okay. Thanks.
limyuyang said:
Alright. Thank you for your explanation. You cleared all my doubts now.
And I have one last question, so let's say I want to flash this ROM ( GINGER ELITE ), it's a GB version. And that means I don't need to unlock my bootloader to flash that ROM. Whereas if I want to flash the XPERIENCE ROM ( which is based on JB ),I MUST unlock my bootloader. Am I right ?
Ps: your thread is looking good. I can consider it as an index of X8's ROMS. Great work, keep it up. :good:
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I also want to add that if a ROM is Gingerbread it does not mean that it is for Stock Kernel. In my List, the Kernel that the ROM supports is in parenthesis. As you can see there are some Gingerbread ROMs that are only for Costume Kernel.
I am newer too. I also want to know more about it, sorry for my poor english.
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Hello guys.
My question is do i have to unlock the bootloader for flashing a stock kernel rom like Sony Ericsson 2.1.1.C.0.0? I'm not sure when the phone is manufactured, cause i sent him to repair shop, not because of hard brick it was something else and the sticker is crossed over with pen.
I think the answer is YES, you will need to unlock the bootloader to install any kernel by using FlashTool. Or else you will need SEUS or PC Companion without unlocking. Hope this helps.
Please also see this post for the instrcution on unlocking bootloader.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
Why do you need to flash stock kernel? If you have not unlocked your bootloader you are already on stock kernel..
And to flash any ROM you do not need to unlock bootloader..
Sent from my x8 using xda premium
No, you don't have to unlock your bootloader to flash a Rom which require stock kernel...
LoneRider86 said:
Hello guys.
My question is do i have to unlock the bootloader for flashing a stock kernel rom like Sony Ericsson 2.1.1.C.0.0? I'm not sure when the phone is manufactured, cause i sent him to repair shop, not because of hard brick it was something else and the sticker is crossed over with pen.
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of course you dont have to unlock bootloader in order to flash a rom which require stock kernel, you unlock bootloader in order to flash custom kernel!!!!
Thank you guys for quick response.
Cheers!!!
I Don't think u have to unlock the bootloader it's not required for a Stock kernel .. or either a Stock ROM.. Cause the reason u unlock the bootloader is to be able to install Custom kernels .. Like Alfs... nAa ..
So it's as simple as NO.. u don't have to unlock it .. Just install The Original ROM mate ^^ ..
Cheers!!
Sira. said:
I Don't think u have to unlock the bootloader it's not required for a Stock kernel .. or either a Stock ROM.. Cause the reason u unlock the bootloader is to be able to install Custom kernels .. Like Alfs... nAa ..
So it's as simple as NO.. u don't have to unlock it .. Just install The Original ROM mate ^^ ..
Cheers!!
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But i don't want to install original ROM... I want to install some custom ROM that is using stock kernel.
LoneRider86 said:
But i don't want to install original ROM... I want to install some custom ROM that is using stock kernel.
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Easy mate.. Just Root your Device.. install CWM or xRecovery .. CWM preferred..
Choose The ROM you want..
Download the ZIP File ..
Copy it to your SD
install Via CWM or xRecovery
Don't forget to wipe all Data .. ( Factory reset from CWM options )
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Easy mate.. Just Root your Device.. install CWM or xRecovery .. CWM preferred..
Choose The ROM you want..
Download the ZIP File ..
Copy it to your SD
install Via CWM or xRecovery
Don't forget to wipe all Data .. ( Factory reset from CWM options )
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THXXXXX MATE, All of you made me HAPPYYYYYY.
Good Bless you everyone!!!
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THXXXXX MATE, All of you made me HAPPYYYYYY.
Good Bless you everyone!!!
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You Did it??
Congrats mate
I know how u feel..
Cause that's exactly how i felt when i installed the 1st Custom ROM
HAPPY MODDING !!!!
Agree with above
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The felling mate is like climbing the top of Mount Everest... Relaxing and Satisfying. I've installed this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1401733 and so far is great.
Hello. This question might have been answered already in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1424997
But there're about 320 pages over there & I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me out here... here's my phone setup
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Which ROM do I use to flash to my Galaxy Note? And would I need to do anything differently from the method given in the guide?
Your post is wayy too vague. What ROM are you currently on? Completely stock Gingerbread? Rooted?
andreww88 said:
Your post is wayy too vague. What ROM are you currently on? Completely stock Gingerbread? Rooted?
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My apologies. My GNote(international version) is on official Samsung ICS & I just want to root it for the time being till a solid custom ICS based ROM is developed. To clarify I'd like to know which of the stock ICS ROMs in the list(in the thread mentioned in my first post) should I use to flash my Note with. I'm not a dev so if there's a risk in rooting the official Samsung ICS ROM then I'll wait till it's safer. What would you suggest sir?
I got my note yesterday and was overwhelmed with all the threads I ended up flashing ics in Odin and used speedmod kernel. Now all is good and using cleanote ROM.
Swyped from my GT-N7000 using XDA
usmanold said:
My apologies. My GNote(international version) is on official Samsung ICS & I just want to root it for the time being till a solid custom ICS based ROM is developed. To clarify I'd like to know which of the stock ICS ROMs in the list(in the thread mentioned in my first post) should I use to flash my Note with. I'm not a dev so if there's a risk in rooting the official Samsung ICS ROM then I'll wait till it's safer. What would you suggest sir?
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I'd go back to Gingerbread to root it. Then, I'd flash a GOOD ICS rom (something CM9 based). But that is my opinion, I just don't like stock TouchWiz.
You can Odin one of those stock Gingerbread ROMs from DrKetan's thread in Android Development. I live in the U.S. so naturally I didn't have a country rom so I just used Open Germany. It doesn't really matter.
To root it use this. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1647148. I already tried in lq2.
jonpaslim said:
To root it use this. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1647148. I already tried in lq2.
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Righto. Just a few questions... I went through the entire thread and found folks were having some issues. So:
1. Are you getting permanent full root via this method & SuperSU? Or is it temporary?
2. Any Wi-Fi/ overheating/ slowdown issues after rooting?
3. Do you need to rename CWM.zip to update.zip or do you leave it as is?
4. Lastly, if needed, can custom ROMs be flashed safely, and if so, generally which ones?
usmanold said:
Righto. Just a few questions... I went through the entire thread and found folks were having some issues. So:
1. Are you getting permanent full root via this method & SuperSU? Or is it temporary?
2. Any Wi-Fi/ overheating/ slowdown issues after rooting?
3. Do you need to rename CWM.zip to update.zip or do you leave it as is?
4. Lastly, if needed, can custom ROMs be flashed safely, and if so, generally which ones?
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1. Permanent
2. No, the same.
3. Leave it as is. Go to stock recovery. Click update zip then choose CMW zip in external sd
where you should put the downloads. After that the recovery will change to touch CMW(use your finger to navigate), it is only temporary, then click INSTALL ZIP and find the rooting zip file you download. Finish you are rooted.
4. After rooting I use mobileodin to flash an ics. But you can flash any ics you want and flash ics kernel speedmod k3-3 to automatically get CMW or flash cf root to get CMW. About custom rom, this i recommend. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1716088. You must have speedmod k3-3 before flashing it, very important.
If you want another custom rom read carefully their procedure. Different custom rom different procedure, there are not the same. Be carefull, for example if you want to flash paranoid rom you must be in gingerbread rom before flashing it, if not, you will BRICK your phone. The cm9 is the same, you must be in gingerbread. Just read and again and again untill you know what you are doing, if not sure, read the threads, learn from their mistakes, ask question there, they will help you.
Success! I did it but only CWM.zip got installed from the ext SD card. I had to install SuperSU from the internal SD card. Now I'm gonna use MobileOdin to flash speedmod k3-3.
I have just Rooted my phone using Super One Click. That's it.
Now can I directly flash custom ROM's?
In this thread, I have gotten totally confused with so many things to do and different firmwares.
Please help me out.
Thanks alot
P.S - I already own an Xperia Arc so I do know about different Kernel's and flashing and other stuff. Just a noob in Samsung stuff
If you're on Froyo , you need to flash a GB ROM first
"As a friend, just....put an end to me." - Ventus
Yea, It's already on GB
You have to flash ClockworkMod Recovery.
After you flash it, test it by powering up your phone, keep pressing the home button until you get to a black screen with blue letters(Or Orange like in my nook color)
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If you see that screen, CWM has been installed (either version 4 or 5).
Then you go and flash a new ROM.
Go to our Android Development Forums in the Galaxy Ace Subforum, and look for a good rom! Almost every post contains the method of installation.
ALSO WARNING: KEEP IN YOUR SD CARD AT LEAST ONE BACKUP/WORKING ROM. You never know.
(To backup, go to CWM Recovery mode, there's an option there)
Thanks, But how do I flash/install CWM?
I do know how to handle ROM's and other stuff. But since I'm origianlly from Sony Xperia Arc. What I did was, Root, Unlock bootloader once. And then all I have to do is flash a compatible kernel, then a rom.
Over here, I cant understand which order is what and how do I go about doing it. I have rooted... coz i thot that was obviously a necessity.
Here you go
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1034145
Thanks for the link, But most of the links in the post are Dead x(
And I did quote the link in my original post :\
1. if you have froyo on your galaxy ace, please flash a stock gingerbread(official one) first, flash using software named ODIN. you can find tutorial on dev section
2. galaxy ace doesnt need boot loader unlock, it been factory unlocked
3. before installing any custom rom, you need a CWM/similiar type of recovery, you can find em in development section
4. usually, custom rom for sga come with custom kernel too, no need to flash custom kernel first, again, you can find custom room in dev section.but, you can flash custom kernel after flasing custom ROM
I know....this will make you confuse, i mean.....flasing custom ROM for SE phone is pain in the as* for n00bs, but flasing custom ROM for galaxy ace is more "n00b friendly", for ex : you dont need to worry about unlocking boot loader, incorrect baseband, download PC companion(<=damn app that make me headache for 2 hours).....
just flash, and enjoy.....
123r4ka456 said:
1. if you have froyo on your galaxy ace, please flash a stock gingerbread(official one) first, flash using software named ODIN. you can find tutorial on dev section
2. galaxy ace doesnt need boot loader unlock, it been factory unlocked
3. before installing any custom rom, you need a CWM/similiar type of recovery, you can find em in development section
4. usually, custom rom for sga come with custom kernel too, no need to flash custom kernel first, again, you can find custom room in dev section.but, you can flash custom kernel after flasing custom ROM
I know....this will make you confuse, i mean.....flasing custom ROM for SE phone is pain in the as* for n00bs, but flasing custom ROM for galaxy ace is more "n00b friendly", for ex : you dont need to worry about unlocking boot loader, incorrect baseband, download PC companion(<=damn app that make me headache for 2 hours).....
just flash, and enjoy.....
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He is using GingerBread,not Froyo....
@OP,I hope its one flashesd yourself with Odin.If yes,then flash CWM now,instructions are given in OP,just read it.After that, you are done,custom roms it is.
Sent from the year 3000 using a SGA where sheep's are not present.
@123r4ka456
Thanks!
That was what I actually wanted to understand in plain language as to what exactly all I have to do. In that post, I was like, "I HAVE TO DO ALL OF THIS To Flash a custom ROM?"
But then, This is Easy!
@Prawesome!
Thanks Dude!
And No, I didn't flash Gingerbread through Odin. I upgraded it Officially through KIES.
Do I have to Flash the GB Rom Again?
P.S - I told you about me flashing sony roms just so to tell that I am not exaclt a noob in this Flashing /Rooting stuff. Just new with ODIN etc
SS4Serebii said:
@123r4ka456
Thanks!
That was what I actually wanted to understand in plain language as to what exactly all I have to do. In that post, I was like, "I HAVE TO DO ALL OF THIS To Flash a custom ROM?"
But then, This is Easy!
@Prawesome!
Thanks Dude!
And No, I didn't flash Gingerbread through Odin. I upgraded it Officially through KIES.
Do I have to Flash the GB Rom Again?
P.S - I told you about me flashing sony roms just so to tell that I am not exaclt a noob in this Flashing /Rooting stuff. Just new with ODIN etc
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no, just flash custom rom......
OK, Thanks Alot!
SS4Serebii said:
Thanks for the link, But most of the links in the post are Dead x(
And I did quote the link in my original post :\
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1. You need update Rom GingerBread 2.3 from Odin.
2. Install CWM recovery 5. (Download, push sd card > turn off > push Power + Home > intall from sd card > chossen CWM Recovery 5 > Yes and reboot)
3. Download rom you like, push sd card, full wide, and install from sd card.
You do not need root to flashing ROMs, only the CWM
Hi,
Today for the first time i have updated my mini using the Samsung Kies to Android 2.3.6. After that i rooted my phone and then installed CWM recovery 5.0.2.6. However, when i tried to install custom ROM i'm unable to do so. It stops in the first screen itself.
Before this i backed up my stock ROM and now when i'm trying to restore it..it got stuck in the Galaxy POP GT-S5570 screen.
Please help..
gunjarya said:
Hi,
Today for the first time i have updated my mini using the Samsung Kies to Android 2.3.6. After that i rooted my phone and then installed CWM recovery 5.0.2.6. However, when i tried to install custom ROM i'm unable to do so. It stops in the first screen itself.
Before this i backed up my stock ROM and now when i'm trying to restore it..it got stuck in the Galaxy POP GT-S5570 screen.
Please help..
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LOL, you restore a stock ROM on Custom Recovery. SOFTBRICK.
Flash new firmware with Odin.
F4uzan said:
LOL, you restore a stock ROM on Custom Recovery. SOFTBRICK.
Flash new firmware with Odin.
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Can you direct me to a firmware which can be used with ODIN..i just want to be on gingerbread and not to ICS/JB.
As far as i understand all firwares are .zip and ODIN needs .MD5 .Please advice.
gunjarya said:
Can you direct me to a firmware which can be used with ODIN..i just want to be on gingerbread and not to ICS/JB.
As far as i understand all firwares are .zip and ODIN needs .MD5 .Please advice.
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LOL, firmware is .md5.
Custom ROM is .zip. Next time you need to read. Of course you will get Gingerbread ! Who is saying Galaxy Mini is getting official ICS and JB ? That's impossible.
F4uzan said:
LOL, firmware is .md5.
Custom ROM is .zip. Next time you need to read. Of course you will get Gingerbread ! Who is saying Galaxy Mini is getting official ICS and JB ? That's impossible.
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Just updated my mini by downloading firmware DDKQ7 (Asian Region) and was able to get things back for my phone. Now, as i would need your advice as what different should do now to install Custom ROM. No one has mentioned in their posts the prerequisite firmwares.
gunjarya said:
Just updated my mini by downloading firmware DDKQ7 (Asian Region) and was able to get things back for my phone. Now, as i would need your advice as what different should do now to install Custom ROM. No one has mentioned in their posts the prerequisite firmwares.
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Install custom ROM ? Isn't you already did it ? Just never do a backup for Stoc ROM.
F4uzan said:
Install custom ROM ? Isn't you already did it ? Just never do a backup for Stoc ROM.
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this flashing seems to be very different from what i do with my Xperia mini pro..where i have to use different kernels for GB, ICS and JB..not sure how it works for Samsung mini.
Also, i did installed custom rom before but it did go beyond the first screen. Now, that i have flashed firmware, i have to again root and install custom recovery..which i did now..Now i want to install custom ROM.. can i flash ROM CM7.2New Experience v6.0 by autoradio78 directly using CWM recovery on the same firmware?
gunjarya said:
this flashing seems to be very different from what i do with my Xperia mini pro..where i have to use different kernels for GB, ICS and JB..not sure how it works for Samsung mini.
Also, i did installed custom rom before but it did go beyond the first screen. Now, that i have flashed firmware, i have to again root and install custom recovery..which i did now..Now i want to install custom ROM.. can i flash ROM CM7.2New Experience v6.0 by autoradio78 directly using CWM recovery on the same firmware?
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Yep, Xperia devices need different kernels, and recovery is always bundled in kernel. While Mini doesn't, kernel is different part from recovery.
I suggest you flashing it CM7.2 by Mebitek since CM7.2 New Experience have some booting bugs. Firmware is doesn't matter, it's not like Xperia devices.
I suggest you flash unofficial cm7
Democrazy
Mebitek
MIUI GB
or Honeycream
Etc
All for galaxy mini
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This should help you : http://yagyagaire.blogspot.in/2012/03/cyanogenmod-72-rc57-for-gt-s5570.html#.UOB67OTqkZk
Hello guys, I know that there are similar threads and I'm sorry for posting, but I have some specific questions. Having the phone for over two months, I want to try some custom roms.
However in service menu says that the bootloader cannot be unlocked, and I really frustrated. My previous phone was xperia mini and I used to change roms every week!
Anyway, I have done some research and found that some guys managed to change the status from no to yes. One flashed a relock. Ftf. An other flashed some kind of custom stock stock Rom.
But I'm not willing to risk my device by testing those methods. What do you think? Is there any workaround?
I'm running a pre rooted lollipop rom.
Please help!
cmon! guys, help a little!
You can't unlock it. You can only flash custom ROMs which use a stock kernel, so things like CyanogenMod are out.
pegcitygeek said:
You can't unlock it. You can only flash custom ROMs which use a stock kernel, so things like CyanogenMod are out.
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What if I try using any method? Will it brick?
It can't be done, if it says no that's it I'm afraid. Sony have it locked down pretty well. Only way to get that to a yes is change your device to one that says bootloader unlock allowed YES.
D2303 18.3.1.C.1.15 kk deodexed, rooted, philz touch recovery, xposed, z1 bravia engine 2 + x-reality+ z3 super vivid, viper audio
[email protected] said:
It can't be done, if it says no that's it I'm afraid. Sony have it locked down pretty well. Only way to get that to a yes is change your device to one that says bootloader unlock allowed YES.
D2303 18.3.1.C.1.15 kk deodexed, rooted, philz touch recovery, xposed, z1 bravia engine 2 + x-reality+ z3 super vivid, viper audio
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But if I try those methods will I risk my device to get broken?
ok guys, i gav eit a try (using sony's official method and flashtool) and nothing happened. Anyway, I guess that i must live with it. Have you any good roms/ kernels to recommend?
You need to unlock your device (to get it work on other carriers), then reclaim to Sony. Full instructions here: http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=779828 (Spanish forum).
DorianX said:
You need to unlock your device (to get it work on other carriers), then reclaim to Sony. Full instructions here: http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=779828 (Spanish forum).
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No, you misunderstood. My device isn't sim locked. My bootloader just cannot be unlocked.
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Here are the screenshots. As you can see my device isn't simlocked but it's bootloader cannot be unlocked.
However I'm able to reboot in fastboot mode.
Nothing you can do if you want it unlocking that bad get another device.
D2303 18.3.1.C.1.15 kk deodexed, rooted, philz touch recovery, xposed, z1 bravia engine 2 + x-reality+ z3 super vivid, viper audio
You bootloader just can not be unlocked mate. Try trading your device out for a different one which allows unlocking bootloader or just install ROMs that don't require custom kernels. I'd recommend this ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z1/development/rom-dstrikerz1-kai-rom-1-0-t2928666
giannism13 said:
No, you misunderstood. My device isn't sim locked. My bootloader just cannot be unlocked.
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At least, did you read the post? If your device is already unlocked, just follow the next steps...
DorianX said:
At least, did you read the post? If your device is already unlocked, just follow the next steps...
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I contacted Sony about these and here is the answer
Dear Mr. Mikes,
Thank you for contacting Sony Xperia Support.
With regards to your inquiry, we would like to inform you that we strongly recommend that standard users do not unlock the boot loader or root, as it is not needed and may void your warranty. We are proud to deliver great phone experiences through our rigorously tested and official software releases.You can see all information about the unlocking the boot loader in the new xperia phones in our developer’s website at: *http://developer.sonymobile.com/201...://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/. It is a procedure for which we do not provide any support and should you choose to do it it is done on your responsibility.
We would like to inform you that due to the Product's Warranty ,as described in the Warranty's third condition: ''...Nor does this warranty cover any failure of the Product due to accident, software or hardware modification or adjustment, acts of God or damage resulting from liquid...''
Also we would like to inform you that the procedure that you described is a modification of the software and due to the above condition, the product warranty is voided.
You see Sony greece isn't Sony Spain
ThaRealSaad said:
You bootloader just can not be unlocked mate. Try trading your device out for a different one which allows unlocking bootloader or just install ROMs that don't require custom kernels. I'd recommend this ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z1/development/rom-dstrikerz1-kai-rom-1-0-t2928666
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Really good rom from what I see. But I choosed rockz1 as it is almost the same and has stereo sound
giannism13 said:
You see Sony greece isn't Sony Spain
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Email to Sony Spain then [emoji23]
giannism13 said:
Really good rom from what I see. But I choosed rockz1 as it is almost the same and has stereo sound
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Please tell me how can i install roms with Bootloader unlock allowed no.
¥DarkWolf¥ said:
Please tell me how can i install roms with Bootloader unlock allowed no.
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You can't install custom roms on locked bootloader. You can't unlock your bootloader if in status it says unlock not allowed, which means your bootloader is encrypted. This happens if you bought either a carrier branded device or the one made for a specific market, such as Malaysia. Some governments require OEMs to close down their bootloaders forever.
In theory, it is possible to hijack one of init scripts and redirect it to load a custom rom, but you can't change or modify kernel, which means that once the OEM abandons your device, as it happened with Z1-Z3, you won't be getting any security updates... . The last time it was done (hijacking init script) was on Xperia ION. To have custom roms, you need to get another device...
Mine did say bootloader cant be unlocked. I had bad battery so I gave it to service and service did change battery, and they did install stock rom because I had flashed phone. And phone came with unlocked bootloader yes so I did unlock it official way. I didnt find any good 7.0 update and I locked it back via flashtool. So think before you try to do it, you cant use PC-Companion after you unlock bootloader.