yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Toledo_JAB:
I would be shocked if there is NO CWM for lt26 with locked boot. Just based on the amount of great Devs

My lt28at is carrier locked and boot unlock allowed NO. I have CWM on my locked bootloader

You can still use AT&T LTE with any lt28i firmware, including flashing baseband.

LT28i = international LTE model

LT28h = international HSPA only model

As for not being able to switch the network mode, you have a locked AT&T bootloader which does NOT allow this feature. The setting can be switched but then resets instantly. Without unlocking the bootloader that part of the kernel is blocked

AFAIK
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
I didn't said there is isn't any, just that there isn't any other than that one.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Toledo_JAB:
Sorry I mis-read your post.

I was blinded by shock thinking that locked boot lt26 had no CWM available ;)

Very nice and helpful thread [MENTION=4204411]Felimenta97[/MENTION].

Keep up the good work.

And I will read twice and post once :D

~Jaramie
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Hey guys, I just had a question. When I do a nandroid restore, does it restore the kernel too? I'm on PAC v22.2 and I have a nandroid of eXistenZ which I want to revert to. So if I restore, will it restore the kernel too? Or will i have to fastboot the eXistenZ kernel first? Thanks :D

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To access recovery, you just have to keep pressing the vol up button when the led glows blue on booting up. You don't need to tap anything. I flashed PAC v22.2 from eXistenZ without a problem.. Try reflashing the rom. The CWM should be working fine..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] emompong:
.55 XAS root/CWM

Okay, I tried to update the firmware from .50 - .55 (xperia acro s)..

now i wanted to revert back using my nandroid back up of my .50 fw... im having trouble rooting the .55 and installing cwm on it.. please help how to do this.. thanks;
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
Locked bootloader

Hey guys, I am having an issue with my xperia S.

I have a locked bootloader and currently running a 4.0.4 rooted android version.

I am wondering if i can get a newer version into the phone?

I am easily satisfied with an official version not a custom rom.

Thank you in advance.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
Not official.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
any version at all??

any version at all??
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
Leaked JB 6.2.B.197 or ExisTenZ ROM (based on the leak)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
how?

how can I do that

??? please tell me..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2252940

OR

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2266993

Enjoy :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
stima

I tried the first link and found that :

requirements ]

unlocked bootloader

previously on stock .55 ICS ROM or roms based on that [since some components of THIS rom contain files from those firmwares]

supplied ROM

any existing kernel with recovery or just extract the boot.img (contains inbuilt recovery) from the ROM i have uploaded and flash it using fastboot

And i don't have an unlocked bootloader.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
Use flashtool to flash .50 firmware .ftf

Wait for the official release.

It will come from the end of May.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Xianead:
I have a question.... I've only flashed a custom rom once, and updated the same one once. Is it safe if I restore apps data via recovery after I installed a different rom?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
recent apps issue

ok guys, thank you for your wonderful feedback to my problems.

since i ve got this phone i m having an issue with the recent apps menu:cyclops:

I hold home button a little longer and a list with my recent apps pop ups, in this menu when I swipe an app left or right it does not look flawless.

it lags. any ideas?

i don 't have many apps installed. 401 MB in apps, 1.35 Free.

thank you
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
What is your ROM?

Check the available RAM & free RAM in settings > app > running and post it here.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] donbacau:
Let s see

271 mb available, also i am using greenify. I thought it îs important tot mention it.

Thank You în advance.

Also i am having a total of 635 mb of ram.

Today I realised that I have an o2 branded version of android 4.0.4

Is there a way to get a clean version to my locked bootloader phone???
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] but-but:
so i just downloaded this rom http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2139152 in parts ..

Should i put them all in one zip and flash or something else?:confused:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] The Third God:
Hi guys,

I had a question; Updating to JB voids root? I mean, root access will be still available after updating to JB? Or negative... ?

Thanks IA
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
It will yes, except if you are rooted with an Auto Rooting Kernel. If you are using one, then another Auto Rooting kernel will be made as soon as it is released.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] TL@:
I have an unlocked Docomo Acro HD. If I want to install custom ROM, wil it stay unlocked or do I risk losing the unlock?

It is on stock Android 4.0 for now
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Spectre51:
It will stay unlocked.

Sent from my Sony Xperia™ TL
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
phone bricked...

[Xperia S]

Sir i read about boot unlocking alot and unlocked my bootloader with EROOT and then installed CWM and created a recovery after resetting all the settings....

flashed Xperia SSpead Kernel v8 speed...after execution of process in recovery it dosen't reboot....

it vibrates on pressing power button but don't switches on in any way...

PLEASE HELP ME.....
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sajanjyoti:
guys !!

I want to connect my xperia s in fastboot mode to my pc

i have downloaded the driver package,

but when ever i connect after switching off by holding vol up key and inserting usb ,it shows USB DEVICE NOT RECOGNIZED

pls help me asap !!

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I think with EROOT only you can root a bootloader locked device

u can't unlock the bootloader with EROOT

now only flash tool can help you:)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] TL@:
That's great.

Can I put any Acro S custom ROM on it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Spectre51:
That I don't know sorry, never used an Acro
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] khongdam:
I want to change background image in setting with my xperia ion, and i follow this guide

I worked like your guide. However, it's only copy to folder /framework.

My step: 1. create a semc_bg.png file (same pixel) --> 2. I copy this file to sdcard --> use "Root Explorer" to copy --> move to \res\drawable-xhdpi\ and paste --> it don't replace and copy to folder /framework ????

I don't understand. Anyguy can help me? Thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
If you notice.. All The zips have same name except the nunbers at the end.

Remove the number and Extract.

All the zips will extract to the same folder.

Make a zip of the Extracted files.

Flash
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
fastboot wont work

[Xperia S]

Trying to get into fastboot mode by pressing vol up button and joining the usb cable......The phone will show blue led indication for some seconds and then get into charging mode....plz help need to unlock my bootloader...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Problems With Fastboot? Try this..

Possible Problems.

1.) Adb Driver Installation Problem.

Solution.

You can try to solve this in 2 ways.

Manually

Using Flashtool Software

Please Open Device Manager Of Your PC And Check If Your Phone Is Showing Your Model Name.

I'd advice you to use only the software.

To re-install the drivers go to.---> C:/flashtool/drivers/flashtool_drivers.exe

Using Flashtool Software

Start the Setup

Scroll Down In The Driver Window

Tick All The Xperis S Drivers

Scroll further down in the menu

Tick Flashtool Drivers And Fastboot Drivers

Finish The Setup for Successful Installation

Try Connecting Phone Now

This Should Work! ;)

Do Reply If this helps. Don't Forget to Press Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
THANKS alot sir it solved the problem...thanks a ton...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
You are Welcome!

Have A Great Evening.

And Happy Flashing!! :laugh:

Regards,

Dwarkesh Soren

Beach Town Pondicherry
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
Help please.....!!!!

[Xperia S]

i gained root access through EROOT and then confirmed it through an app root checker...

installed CWM recovery and created a backup...

unlocked the bootloader acc to the procedure given on official site http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/

installed KA Xperia SSpeed kernel v8_speed from the thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1761778 in CWM recovery mode by option install .zip from sd card...

THEN using the option reboot the system i restarted the phone from then its not switching on..

JUST the FASTBOOT is working....please help guys...

thanks....:(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
First of all..

Quick Question : I belive you must be coming from Stock Android?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
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Yes Sir

Android version 4.0.4

build 2.55

My got my phone's lcd digitizer replaced due to somedefects in it and they wiped all of my data and everything it might be becoz of factory reset or reflashing...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ho3inm:
Problem with contacts restore

Hi

I have Xperia SL. I used Sony PC Companion to back up my contacts, messages, images, videos and musics. Then after factory reset, when i tried to restore my data, everything was back except my contacts. I tried to restore again but unfortunately it doesn't work. I have no any other back up from my contacts. Please help me how to fix this problem?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Hello hchimanshu

It is bcuz of reflashing

Is your phone working now?

Regards

Dwarkesh Soren

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Hmm Check Your Contact Settings On Phone!

NOTE : The contacts on your SIM will not be backed up on PC

I dont think this is a software problem.

Advice : Always sync your contacts with Gmail Account.

Its the easiest cloud retrieval process.

Regards,

Dwarkesh Soren
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
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Thanks sir for looking into my problem.....

My phone is not working...i was just telling you that before me flashing something, the service centre people also flashed the origional firmwae in it once....

IT'S condition is same its not powering on but gets connected to pc in fastboot mode....Any way in you could help me sir...

flashtool log

30/037/2013 14:37:58 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized

30/037/2013 14:37:58 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 19:49:47

30/037/2013 14:37:58 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them

30/038/2013 14:38:05 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on

30/038/2013 14:38:06 - INFO - Connected device : LT26

30/038/2013 14:38:06 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : BusyBox v1.16.2androidfull (2011-06-09 17:40:07 CST) multi-call binary.

30/038/2013 14:38:06 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.38-android-x86+ / Build number : GRJ22

30/038/2013 14:38:06 - INFO - Device connected in fastboot mode

Thanks...

Regards

Himanshu Chaudhary
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
You need to flash the Sony Kernel once again.

After the phone boots, start again with flashing the Nova Kernel.

Try To Flash This Xperia S Kernel.sin

If this works you should get your phone back.

Use Flashtool For Flashing.

I hope you know how to proceed?

In case of any doubt.

Refer to this GUIDE ----->[HERE]

Scroll down to 4th Step.

Flash CM Kernel

Let me know your progress.

Do Reply.

Regards,

Dwarkesh Soren.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
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Thanks sir.....

i'll update you on it

Regards

Himanshu Chaudhary

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Sir i tried to flash the kernel you supplied me with and i did it in the fastboot mode acc to your guide and the flashtool log is as follows

30/030/2013 15:30:01 - INFO - Device connected in fastboot mode

30/030/2013 15:30:13 - INFO - Launching Fastboot Toolbox 1.0 by DooMLoRD

30/030/2013 15:30:13 - INFO - Device Status: FASTBOOT mode

30/030/2013 15:30:17 - INFO - Please wait device is rebooting into fastboot mode (via Fastboot)

30/030/2013 15:30:17 - INFO - Device will soon reboot back into fastboot mode

30/030/2013 15:30:17 - INFO - Device disconnected

30/030/2013 15:30:20 - INFO - Device connected in fastboot mode

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - Selected kernel (boot.img or kernel.sin): C:\Users\HIMANSHU\Desktop\kernel.sin

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - Flashing selected kernel

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - sending 'boot' (5576 KB)...

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - FAILED (remote: The Device must be rooted first)

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - finished. total time: 0.009s

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - FASTBOOT Output:

sending 'boot' (5576 KB)...

FAILED (remote: The Device must be rooted first)

finished. total time: 0.009s

30/030/2013 15:30:56 - INFO - Please check the log before rebooting into system

30/031/2013 15:31:02 - INFO - Finished Fastboot Toolbox
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Ben36:
Your bootloader is locked?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
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I unlocked my bootloader acc to the procedure given on sony website....

Still it gives an error that [device must be rooted first ] ...

Regards

Himanshu Chaudahry
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
I'd strongly advice you to Return Back To Stock

With Stock ftf flashed on your phone.

To prevent any brick of your phone.

Please return back to stock and start all over again. Link ---> [HERE]

Proceed From

Root

Check Boot loader unlock status

Instal CWM via RecoverX

Flash kernel

Boot into recovery

Wipe cache dalvik cache partiotion

Flash rom

Reboot

This will definitely work!

Regards,

Dwarkesh Soren.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Ben36:
Don't use flashtool, use the abd drivers method via a command window -

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=23181182
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
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Thanks Sir,

I just got my phone flashed by sony service center with stock rom...

now any thread which explains converting from stock mainly would be highly appreciated sir...

Regards

Himanshu
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Keep the phone as it is.. As new JB update is rolling out!

Flash the new ROM when it Rolls out in India :) Using PC Companion
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sarkissmae:
Fresh New Phone

hello , just a question. how can i make my phone brand new again? i mean, i want it to be new again because someone will buy my phone and he wants it to be as good as new. i am currently using custom rom with locked bootloader. what can you advice me guys? i want to remove all of the accounts, phonebook. in short i want to make it brand new again.

thanks! your help will be highly appreciated :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ngundu:
My question is about bootloader relock.

I have LT26i_DooMLoRD_leak_JB-197.zip rom along with DooMKernel. Now can i relock my bootloader using Xperia-S_Relock_bootloader.ftf? which is mentioned in http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1527159 and take the official jelly bean update from Sony using SEUS?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Make the phone as good as new.

Flashing A Stock ftf file And Relocking the bootloader will make your phone as good as new.

Follow the steps given [HERE]

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Yes You Can!

Just flash is as normally and you will be able to update with PC companion
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ngundu:
Thanks!!. I will give it a try.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Sure! Do reply With Your Progress!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] JiroPrinz8:
Hi there guys, i know this may be a bit off topic but i just wanted to get a general idea.

So i have a choice of getting an Xperia Ion or an Xperia SL tomorrow, I just wanted to get feedback from people who actually has used the phone as to which phone to get, i like the Ion as it has a bigger screen, design wise i think the SL has it. the 200mhz difference in clock speed does not really matter to me, the bigger question i guess is that which one sees more development over here? As the idea is the more development, the longer the device will stay relative *ehem* (HD2) :good:

Any inputs would be very much appreciated.

Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Hi [MENTION=3983448]JiroPrinz8[/MENTION]

First of all I'd really like to clear that,

All these are 2012 line up devices,

And soon would not be used as much for "development"

I really dont think the screen size would in any way suggest more development.

There was a rumour that the more space inside the phone more will be its innovation.

But it is false since a company can not release phone without proper cirtification and documents on devices starting from chipset to lcd screen and over all terms and conditions of use to the public user.

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Making it Short for You.

Xperia S is the best with Heighest Rating And Most Developers Spend Time on Working Codes of Xperia.

Its rated heights in 2012 line up of Xperia Devices. And is now even clocked to 1.9GHz in developer world.

Make your choice with all the time in life.

You wont regret any Xperia! :good:

Greetings,

Dwarkesh Soren
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Felimenta97:
One thing: they are 2012 devices, not 2011.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MStef94:
You can flash *.ftf file through Flashtool instead of reocking bootloader too :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] :
Ah! that is definitely my non alertness

Thank You for the Feedback Sir [MENTION=4204411]Felimenta97[/MENTION]

I'd make the changes.

Regards,

Dwarkesh Soren
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hchimanshu:
How to make sure if your bootloader is unlocked or not...??

Is that a sign...???

And if the divice is bootloader unlocked does it gets root access automatically....???
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
To check if your bl is unlocked, go to dialer, dial *#*#7378423#*#*

Navigate to Service Info > Configuration

If it shows "Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes" then your bootloader is locked.

If it shows "Bootloader unlocked: Yes" then your bootloader is unlocked.

You won't get root after unlocking bootloader.

Unlock bootloader just let you flash custom kernels, which usually have autorooting feature.

To root your device, use "ROOT MANY ANDROID!" thread or flash a custom kernel.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] elektronik2k:
Hello!

I cannot update my Xperia S through Flashtool 0.9.10.1 because the OK button which would start the process after I click on the lightning symbol is simply missing (there is only 'cancel'). I have the Xperia S for ICS driver from the drivers folder installed. Any ideas?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Sirence:
Is there a way to root the new .200 firmware?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] CrazyBladex:
Hello everyone. Does Xperia S has Wi-Fi Direct and Miracast(Screen Mirroring) support in any ROM? I have PAC 19, there is no screen mirroring and Wi-Fi Direct seems not to work.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] shad0wboss:
I think my baseband is changed that's why i'm only getting 2G signals at home now. How can i get back to stock baseband? By flashing through SUS?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lriskalas:
Question.

Mmkay so I bought a sony xperia sl about 2 months ago, I rooted it a few weeks ago to manage moving apps to external memory and such.

Now my dilemma is that my coworker has the same phone, he got the jellybean update and I didn't. I was wondering if it has to do with the root, because he didn't root his phone.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
Maybe because of bad downloading.

Try downloading the newest flashtool again.

Try this: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2302631

Unfortunately, it seems not.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] marwan4449:
I want to flash JB but I'm having this problem with flash tool maybe because it's my first time flashing a rom I don't know

1- I run flash tool for 64 bit (I have windows 7 64 bit)

2- I connect my phone and I get this message

Device connected with USB debugging off

For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode

BUT USB DEBUGGING IS ON

then I tried to

1-run flash tool

2- click the black bolt and choose flashmode

3- select (LT26i_6.2.B.0.200_WORLD) and click flash

4- when it says connect in flash mode I do as it says

5- 5 sec after connecting in flash mode the phone disconnect and I get the same message from above

I have a pic but I cant post it since I'm a new user
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
1. Do NOT connect your phone to PC until flashtool ask you to do so.

2. Install drivers from C:/Flashtool/drivers

Choose all drivers for your device + flashmode driver + fastboot mode driver

3. Close PC Companion and Sony Update Service.

4. Flash the firmware .ftf as you have done before
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] TechExhibeo:
When flashtool asks u to attach phone by pressing back key then only attach it...but for attaching phone u need to press volume down key instead of back key...;)

This is the difference...

Try all this after installing drivers from flashtool folder...

If I Helped U Dont Forget To Press Thanks :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SignetSphere:
Hello all. I'm posting here on my sisters behalf :D And since I own an S3 you can consider me a novice on handling an Acro S.

I just have some questions regarding the JB update. My sister wants to update her phone to it and she's having trouble updating via the PC software. (since our connection is quite slow)

So... my questions are as follows. Please forgive if these questions have been asked before.

1. Will using the flashtool found on the OP wipes the phone's existing data?

2. Does it require root access to run the flashtool?

3. If we update the phone via the PC software is it 100% safe? My sister's friend said she updated via the pc software but afterwards the phone doesn't bootup at all.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cities516:
1. No, unless you tick the box "wipe data"

2. No root is required. It is for every Xperia phones.

3. Nothing is 100% safe.

I will say that updating via Update Service / Emma is the safest, although strange things happen.

Just check if you have locked/unlocked bootloader and select one of the above two PC software.

(I don't recommend PCC, it's too fancy and the download speed seems to be slower.)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SignetSphere:
I see... Thanks for the helpful response :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] marwan4449:
thanks cities516 and rockstardeepaksharma but I have already tried that and same thing happened I manage to get to flashmode but only for like 10 sec and then the phone disconnect and I get this message

Device connected with USB debugging off

I copied this from flash tool since I can't post a pic

01/016/2013 06:16:24 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized

01/016/2013 06:16:24 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.2beta6 built on 2013-04-21 22:23:00

01/016/2013 06:16:29 - INFO - Device disconnected

01/016/2013 06:16:36 - INFO - Selected LT26i / 6.2.B.0.200 / WORLD

01/016/2013 06:16:36 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing

01/016/2013 06:16:44 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.

01/018/2013 06:18:02 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

01/018/2013 06:18:15 - INFO - Device disconnected

01/018/2013 06:18:22 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off

01/018/2013 06:18:22 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode