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[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] drcko:
help with unlocking bootloader

Hi all,

Please could you advise me ?

I have SE Xperia Ray ST18i , android 2.3.4 , build - 0.62 and i want to unlock my bootloader because this is preferred for rooting and install cwm and for another ROM etc ....

But i can't find any good topic with this problematic, what are the all opportunities to unlock bootloader and wich way is the best ....

I know about two ways to unlock bootloader for Ray:

1. official web page: unlockbootloader.sonyericsson.com - but it will damage some Sony Ericsson apps like Track ID (i dont know about more apps wich will be damaged...)

2. forum: Unlock Xperia Ray Boot Loaders Without lossing DRM data - this looks a bit complicated - cable, pin on phone..... but if is it the best way to unlock boot loader i can try it.

So anyone know about different/better method ? - I dont care about lost warranty and Track ID - if it is only one app wich will be lost when i use first method (official web page)

sorry for my ang. and thanks in advance for help
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] *boy*racer*:
Has anyone got GTA 3 working on ics? I go to google play and it says this device is not compatible. But in gb it worked flawlessly.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] lokenok:
hey is there dsp manager and beatsaudio for xperia ray to flash with flashtool? i really want them!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
S1 method-Unlock Xperia Ray Boot Loaders Without lossing DRM data
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] blaze012345:
hye guys! i want to flash rom but having problem! in CWM recovery, it show ''Can't mount backup path'', this make me unable to backup, install zip from sd card in CWM recovery menu, it always show that ''Can't mount backup path''.... help me pls...
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Patshad:
Hi all,

Is it difficult to utilize the dialer app from ICS/Xperia S on a rooted .42 rom? I recently flashed ICS nordic version, but went back to gingerbread again as 2.3.4. is way faster and smoother. But the dialer app from ICS works more intuitive, so therefore my question: can I have this installed on .42 gingerbread rom?

If so, can anyone upload the .apk?

Thanks,

Nvm, already solved it. Found the leaked Xperia S pack and installed the dialer :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] barettlight:
Performance issue !!! need help.

Hello , i hav ics beta rom and use smartassv2 governer ...now the issue is my phone is really slow and all of the games lag...even transitions between screen lags...using nova launcher...btw when i play i use the performance governer but it does not help either. I tried using memory booster but all in vain. Any advices guys... ? Thanx.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
go back to GB.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Nicky4:
Simple root access

Hi all,

I have a brand new Ray with .62 stock ROM. I would like to root it. But I don't want to flash custom ROMs or kernels, I just want to enable dynamic brightness, and delete some needless stock apps. In this case is it necessary to do bootloader unlock? Is it the only way?

Sorry about my dumb question! :o

Nicky
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] barettlight:
U can downgrade to .42 using flashtool n then root it using zergrush method.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] nh1402:
Difference between bootloader and bios?

Hello Guys, have a rather a generic question but what is the difference between bootloader and bios?!?, As far as I can see, it's exactly the same thing, if so, why doesn't everyone just call it bios, its shorter!

EDIT: alright I may have grasped the difference, bootloader is first program loaded into BIOS?!?, if thats it then feel free to delete this post.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] barettlight:
Well function of bootloader is to load the os and is not called during the system run whereas bios is used during the system run ...so it is not the same:)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Nicky4:
Thanks for your answer!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] nh1402:
Alright thank you for clearing that up!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Johev:
Hi people, as I am new to this thread I would just like to ask what are the general impressions of the phone for you. I have an HD2 and am thinking of changing to something a bit smaller, but still as powerful and with a better battery life. My HD2 has a 4.3 inch screen with only 1250mah battery. This one should in theory last much longer, but the reviews that I read are that people seem to be complaining about the battery life.

What is your general impression regarding the battery life and performance? Is the new ICS official update worth it or should I stick to GB for now?

Thank you all for your answers and help.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
Hello there, Battery life is great generally with Ray. Unless you choose to go with untested custom kernel (which was in the past). Lot of people can stand the battery up to 2 days or more if left untouched. But if your smartphone is really a part in your life, expect 1 full day from it (or less if you are using it quite frequently, same as other smartphones) Performance is adequate for ICS. Only the RAM size is maybe a hindrance for ICS. Generally sony did a great job with ics. Only lacks at choppy video recording but nothing else.

Well if you can live without task switcher, rotation animation, and improved stock browser, gb should be your rom. :) it's more streamlined so should be faster in perceived performance, but little bit lacking in browser performance (which you can replace with opera or dolphin)

For me though, ICS will still be my ROM because of all the things I mentioned above.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] raghavafitt:
Can you tell me clearly where can i find pc companion

.......how to do that...

Plzzzzz chiefy please

And one thing i am on ur miui only
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
http://www-support-downloads.sonymobile.com/Software%20Downloads/PC%20Companion/Sony%20PC%20Companion_2.10.053_Web.exe:D:D
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] blaze012345:
Anyone help pls

Anyone help pls :(:(:(
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Johev:
Dear hansip87,

Thank you very much for all your help and insight (+1). I myself considered this phone because it got the ICS update, so I will be upgrading also.

Regarding the GPS, which is another feature that I use frequently. Does it work OK with the ICS update? I still think that if I can get 1 day and a half of a moderate use of my HD2 with 3g always on, and wifi always on also. This phone should last at least the same if not more due to a higher battery Mah and smaller screen.

Let's hope that the theory applies here ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
i have a problem but its not that important anyway i will tell u:-

look my phone goes to standby in xperia ray but when i want to use the phone by pressing power button its shows a black screen but the screen shows that the led working as at the same time the screen is black so i am forced to remove the battery and put it again then the problems gone {so that's mean a software issue not the phone!} but as i said it happens 2-3 time in week .

but its happens like 2-3 times in a week so i hope their is a fix as i tried factory reset,wipe all data through CWM and flashing new roms,tried changing basebands,changing kernels but the problems still their so i hope a respond i would be really great appreciated !

i know about android and have some experience with it but i tried all my skills but failed .

thanks :D
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] sirkay:
you're sooo two thousand late. usb mount already fixed.

if you want try to change, then look for "how to extract boot.img" tutorial.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] raghavafitt:
Can u tell me how to use this i mean that we have to keep phone in off mode or in on only

Or switch on by pressing volume down button

Please tell me clearly

------thanks
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
Well, me myself doesn't have those experience though :o but that's because i always like to check the screen activity, so the battery drains faster than expected. But if you like to leave it on and having the connection, it should sleep well :)

GPS is okay, no problem so far for me :) Well, to be honest, you won't regret buying the Ray.. ;) Right folks (at this room)? :D
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
i hope anyone can answer me only if u r in free time :D i dont want pressure on u :p
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] MarkMRL:
Hi. I was wondering if there is any way to relock bootloader after unlocking with test point method.

Can it be done?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
anyone if u dont mind :rolleyes:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] digitalac3:
hi i have been using setcpu for a while and i really like its feature with profiles. and i wanted to undervolt also so i undervolted by -75mv with incredicontrol and rebooted my ray. but i dont see my battery life is extended :o can someone help me?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] mydegeneration:
Need help customizing rom

I would like to flash Xperia S music and widget. I was able to locate and extract the music app and widget from another rom but I have no idea on how to flash this into my current rom. I would also like to flash the stock lockscreen from the official ICS release. Help!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
Just click "Restore" button on S1 tools(it is in the right side of the application)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] UtilisaXD:
Newbie question on ROOT

Hello all,

I've some newbie questions about ROOTING.

I've a ray with ICS and I've rooted it but I don't know how to take advantage of it...

1 - Can someone which tool can I use to remove "bloatware" apps?

2 - What are the list of apps that can be safely removed?

3 - What are the advantage of rooting you device (excl removing bloatware applications)?

Thank you
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
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1-Titanium backup(you have to remove manually)

2-http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1326120This is for arc but these Junk Apps are same for ray:D

3-you can be the admin of your device.i.e you can use some apps like titanium backup,avast theft control etc. etc.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
i hope anyone see my problem :o
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] *boy*racer*:
Also you can :

.download an ad blocker

.edit build.prop to add tweaks

.change fonts/bootanimations

.and many more
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] natuan77vn:
How can i replace camera by vibrant function in the slide bar of ics? I use gb 2.3.4 and after upgrade to ics 4.0.3, the slide bar changed.

Your help is highly appreciated!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] albagani:
you can flash using the mod by hansip to change it...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1534903
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
anyone?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
try flashing a stock rom only using flashtool.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
ok but which stock rom the ics or GB?:confused:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
there isn't a full stock ics, use GB.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
firstly i am in ICS but i will flash GB and see the results i hope it works:o

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sry but its has the same problem:(:(
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
in that case it could be hardware, have you tried repair using the PC companion.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Da-BOSS:
thanks but i just solved my problem i google it and i found it is similar to the bootloader is not unlocked correctly as its already unlocked!:eek:

but i just fix it by unlocking bootloader again {using the official method}and the problem has gone for ever!:eek:

sorry for wasting ur time and also thanks for trying to help me :D

also +1 for u :D
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] icefire7460:
questions

i own a xray on firmware .42, unlocked bootloader through testpoint, kernel 2.6.32.9-perf, on stock rom 2.3.4, with cwm, baseband 56

i want to install a custom rom on my phone, but i am so confused. they say i should install custom kernel before running custom rom, but what is a kernel? can i install this custom kernel and have it run stock rom?

i also read you should install baseband 64. what is baseband and how should i go about upgrading it? does it remove my root?

i also wanted to try out ics, but the threads tell me i need to install it as an addon using cwm. how does that work?

i unlocked my bootloader using testpoint method. theoretically i have preserved my drm keys. can i update to stock rom without having to worry about it?

most important, if i were to go through either upgrading my baseband, install custom kernel, or upgrade firmware, should i remove my root first? i unlocked my bootloader, downgrade fw from .62 to .42, then used doomlord zergrush

i am so confused >.<
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] annax:
i have some question to ask

1. im using sd card trancend 16 gb class 10

but sometime my ray so lagy

i dont know why eventhough i killed some task

is it beacase sd card or because firmware or other software?

2. i installed Backstab HD, and it worked well

i downloaded it not from market, but at google play, it mark installed

and after a couple of week, i didnt play it

and later, i want to play it again, but now it always force close after a few minutes i play

there is no notification show up, it just back to my home like i press the home button

what happen with it?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
1.For JJ's hybrid rom-Sirkay's kernel(May differ for other roms)

2.Baseband-AFAIK it has to do with the phone's cellular radio and its supposed to give you better reception. I think baseband 70 is the latest.http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=24835787&postcount=694Download and flash it using flashtool(This wont remove your root)

3.you have to download the **ics.ftf** file(google it)and then you have to flash it using flash tool.

4.Yes you can update but I'm not sure

5.Rooting wont give you problem while upgrading your kernel,firmware,base-band so, don't remove your root

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1.I think firmware.

2.I had the same problem.so, i re-install my firmware.Now everythink is ok:D(But now root explorer always force close as soon as I open the root explorer:( don't know why)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] vernonht:
if i tweak my kernel to 2GHz

would it damaged my phone?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
Slightly (due to overheat)

Sent from my ST18i
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] blaze012345:
my ray now is with xray kernel and JJ hybrid ICS, but the ram usage normally is at about 190mb, does this will improve after update or what?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] frol8vl:
noob's question

Sorry for noob question but could you write instruction to install fxp117 (on ray) or

give me a link to this instruction?

I really want to try this firmware:)

P.S. Sorry for my bad english
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] netpok:
st15i audio problem

Sorry, wrong forum
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] illus4:
How to capture screenshot after upgrade to ICS

Hello,

I have upgraded my Ray to Sony's official ICS. I cannot find a way to capture screenshot. Can anyone tell me how to do that. Thank you:)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] *boy*racer*:
Haha this has been asked so many times. Hold power and volume down at the same time.

Anyone know a mod for official ics to look like AOSP status bar? Thanks
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] digitalac3:
help :confused: :o

Ps, -100mv*
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] annax:
im using firmwater 62 and baseband 64

how to reinstall firmware? my ray not rooted yet

and ICS already available for ray? im not update it yet, but is it stable already?

cause i read from another forum, he upgraded to ICS but when thetering wifi, still not stable

suddenlly wifi turn off
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] frol8vl:
Installing firmware

Sorry:(

For all newbies to cyanogenmod I have found this

wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_Ray:_Full_Update_Guide
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Knight47:
Download .42 firmware ftf file and flashtool(Google it) place the downloaded file in firmware folder in flashtool.Put your ray in flash mode(volume up+connect your phone to PC via USB ) and flash it using flash tool. .42 can be rooted by zerg-rush method.

Yes, ics is available but I'm in jj's hybrid rom. I don't have any problem with this rom..

Sent from my ST18i
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] vernonht:
is that any tweaks to improve fps in xray?

because my temple run is not so smooth
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
hong kong finally gets ICS OTA version 4.1.A.0.562.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] mydegeneration:
Official update (April 23rd)

Has anyone tried the official ICS update that came out today (April, 23) through the pc companion? I'm kind of curious to see if it's different than the nordic version from April, 13 but don't want to try it yet since it might be blocked from rooting and all that good stuff.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] dewilaz:
Hi guys.

I have Xperia Ray. I have rooted it with zergRush method.

I would like to instal custom [Rom][23/04]KA16 Ice Cream.

Is it possible on my phone? What else I should do to be able to instal custom Rom?

Thanks
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
i have tried it and to be honest no differences so far.. Maybe a little bit smoother but that's just me i guess..
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
i've tried to install it, it won't install, it says no update available in the middle of the process.

updated now, there was something wrong with sonys server.

seem like a few of sony's sh*t wont disable, sony has blocked out some features.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] HatebreeD93:
am I the only one?

am I the only one who tottaly bricked Xperia Ray?

I had .42 firmware with Xperia S apps, unlocked bootloader but no root... I was on WiFi and it said to me that there is update to .62 firmware and I started update proccess... It downloaded firmware... Phone restarted and bye bye my dear Ray... no more signs from it... Tried with flash tool, tried with SEUS but nothing... So I send it to service and they fixed it... They say that they puted some script in and that's it... But I can't update 'couse it can crash again... ICS is almost out, and i would like to have it... any suggestions? any help? sorry on my bad english...
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
read through the thread, all you need to know is here.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] mmrx:
ICS Root

Hi im planning to upgrade my ray to official ICS through pc companion, and wants my phone rooted without unlocking bootloader, is it possible or I should choose any other way.....please assist.....thanks....:confused:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] trewelu:
I have a locked bootloader and have rooted nordic ics. Search the forum and you'll found one thread about how to root nordic ics with locked bootloader
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] windsor:
i found several thread about 562 nordic, does anyone knows which link is final 562 (not leaked one)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] trewelu:
The one with this title by jozinek

"Official ICS for XPERIA Ray working ftf 4.1.A.0.562 (1252-5332) "

But there is newer one for belgium region which some people claim is faster. I haven't try the belgium one so i don't really know the performance
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
The best one is the one that really matches your SI code i guess. So better to use PCC to flash the newest one and then apply the mod from there.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] trewelu:
Just checked the list and sadly it is still not there yet (AU). Let's say it is released for my region, is there a way to flash it without losing data? Apps can be backed using titanium backup, but i don't want to re set the notification sound, and anything related to system setting.

Is the belgium performance noticeable compared to nordic one? And will it be alright to flash st18i ftf for st18a one? So far doesn' really notice the different :rolleyes:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] windsor:
yep, its tru, i ever tried it when using hongkong gb ver. vs indo ver.

but i can not update it via pc companion, i have unlocked my bootloader, so i guess i need to find some one who kindly enough to convert their updated rom into ftf... :)

edit: i think the one im using right now is the final version, i tried two (leaked and final) of hansip 10mod, and the final version from hansip is working nicely... :D

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AFAIK, st18i is GSM version, and st18a is an CDMA,.. CMIIW

apps and settings can be restored down from your previously back up.. i've tried it from icsbeta to N562 Finall
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
Well, try ROM from mastah willihAngga then.. ;) it's the closest one (Indonesian version)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] benjy8769:
Should I re-update my ICS?

I recently flashed my Ray with a Nordic ICS firmware. Now that my country has an ICS update, should I repair my Ray using Sony PCC? I wondering if there is any difference between the ICS. :confused:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
I can't tell if there is any differences, but if you dont try you'll be thinking about it non stop:D, you might as well give it a try, before you do it, make sure you have a backup, and did you unlock the the BL using the official way, if so don't repair it, just stick with what you have.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hansip87:
if you are content with current build, you don't have to. But as per my experience, when you do the update, it will be better and matches your device, for example, scrolling is smoother after update for me :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] benjy8769:
Thanks

Thanks, I flashed it using the FlashTool, I don't think I unlock the BL :) Gonna try repairing later :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] mo22i:
are you guys talking about the repair option on pc companion?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
about update to ICS with pcc, not the repair function.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] mo22i:
i have flashed the nordic ftf a couple of days ago, now that my region has the official update, how can i install the update because when i connect my phone to pc companion it says that there is no update available for me.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kms108:
thats because you already have ICS on the phone, if you flashed the FTF, it's almost the same as the one you get through pcc