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[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] NickCroker:
Right, after spending days trying to work out how to install a custom ROM to my Xperia S, I've found out a few uncomfortable facts. The main one is that my bootloader is locked, and being an O2 customer in the UK, I have absolutely no way of getting this changed.

As such, I've got a ROM of CM10 for locked bootloaders, which I would like to install. My Xperia S is already rooted, so I literally just need to know how to get the ROM I have (it's a zip file at the moment) on to the device and install it. I did download the CWM app to my phone but that seemed to suggest that - as I don't have one of the devices listed in the app - that I would not be able to use the app to flash the new ROM. Is this correct?

Also, one added complication is that I only have access to a Mac and really don't want to try and get copies of Windows etc to install to VMWare or similar if I can avoid it. I do have the OS X version of flashtool - is it possible to use that on a device with a locked bootloader to install the ROM?

I'd really appreciate any guidance anyone has on this. Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mnashfaq:
Viper4Android

Try viper4android, I'm currently using it and its awesome! i can hear the bass just with the phone speakers alone! :D heres the link;

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2191223

Good Luck mate!

Hit thanks if I helped.. :) ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ADDICT.ANK:
You need an unlocked bootloader if u want to flash the custom rom on it.

coz it requires the custom kernel to work.

the roms which supports stock kernel like cm10 can be used for locked bootloader, but do make sure that its for ur device model only.

for downgrading flash the ics rom again via flashtool

and

then flash the stock ics kernel via fastboot from the rom's ftf package..

if fastboot doesnt work

then extract the kernel.sin and create a bundle using flashtool.

it'll give you the kernel in ftf format..and flash it via flash mode.

and post here

---------- Post added at 11:43 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:40 PM ----------

install cwm by the script method via pc

and then flash the rom CM 10.

flashtool can be used with locked bootloaders

but it needs ftf format for flashing.

so proceed and make a backup first

and post here
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] tolga29:
how to restore ta partition for hard bricked xperia s (usb debugging off problem,not turning on)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] longballs:
Thanks man, all this stuff with ftf, bin, sin, elf, img is confusing to say the least. My bootloader is unlocked, but I didn't want to flash all stock since I was afraid I would loose root and recovery. I had some trouble installing that before. In the end I managed to flash CM10 kernel with flashtool/DoomLord method. From there I installed CM10 via CWM without a hitch. I've been on CM10 for about a day now, and everything works great. Seems like a rock solid rom!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] bluechip850:
[MENTION=5344279]mnashfaq[/MENTION],

which device are u using.?

i am on Xperia Acro S..

Can this be installed on XAS..?

Oh that page is too confusing.. :confused:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mnashfaq:
Oh, haha yeah I found the page confusing too.. Anyways to make it easier for you here's the direct download link to the app.. :D

http://www.mediafire.com/download/z1mqg58hz1sfais/ViPER4Android_FX_v2322.zip

And yes it's totally compatible with your phone SXAS, I use Xperia S.. :D

Just install the app, and enable it in the app.. Mess around with the controls in the app.. ;) it has a pretty simple UI.. :D

Good luck mate! :)

Don't forget to hit the 'thanks' button if I helped you.. ;) :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] bluechip850:
but, [MENTION=5344279]mnashfaq[/MENTION]

which CPU should i choose, in ViPER4Android XHiFi ? (have installed both drivers)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mnashfaq:
You really don't need XHiFi, It's for people who have messed up their audio output.. :confused: Just using FX Would be enough.. :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] EAGLEBOOY:
hi , can some one tell me :

is hdmi working on 4.1.2 for xperia ion ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dloner:
SlimRom KitKat RFNo Network/No Sim Issue

I was testing the SliMROM KitKat 4.4.2 ROM and then went back using recovery to my previous Sony Modded ROM JB .96. I noticed that the after a couple of hours it notifies that there is no sim inserted/No Network. I have to restart the phone or toggle airplane mode in order to restore the network. Searching for networks does not solve the issue. I had to flash the original firmware to get my cell back as quickly as possible. My bootloader is UL.

Is there anyway for me to to flash the baseband or should I just flash the dooms 0.96 kernel? Thanks.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Flash DooMLords kernel, should fix it.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jam.01:
I am on a custom rom that has no Xperia option on the settings. What do I need to do to add it? Settings.apk from another rom? or Semcsettings.apk???
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Rom, phone? Might clash with the existing apk, resulting in fc. Why do you need it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jam.01:
Xperia Ion LT28i on PureIon. I need it to be able to switch from MTP mode to MSC mode. Also, the download internet settings was really useful, my provider has changed the APN settings a couple times.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] user4004:
should bootloader be unlocked to flash rom?

I am new to android. I have xperia SL which is not rooted. and i want to flash stock firmware . do i need to unlock my bootloader to flash stock rom? is unlocking bootloader only required to flash custom rom?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Hey there! Welcome to xda :)

No, the bootloader only needs to be unlocked if you want to flash custom kernels, which are only required by custom roms based on AOSP(Non stock based roms)

You don't need to unlock your bootloader to flash stock, or a stock based rom.

Simply use Sony's update software, or use flash tool to flash ftf files.

Make sure you have the proper drivers installed, before you proceed, though. Have fun! :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] user4004:
Firmware versions question

Can you also tell me difference between generic,Nordic and World written alongside in firmware ftf files? I could see many firmwares with build numbers along side which those words are written. Would it be any difference if i used any of those files?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mahmoud Halem:
Q

i'm using windows 7 ultimate ... i want to change it to windows 8 .. but i heared that flashtool or flashtool drivers will not work :/ !! .. is this true ??

anyone using windows 8 pls tell me if flashtool and sony PC Companion and doomlord method for root and cwm installer is working ??

if all thos working i will change the windows

thnx and plz mention me if reply ro me :)

sry for my bad english
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] artttur:
I'm using Win8.1 .No problem with flashtool. I don't remember how I have installed driver for ADB,but Google it,You will find answer. I don't use PC companion,but it work as well... You can try Moborobo PC suite... Something like PCC from Sony,but much better for me... And root,and CMW you can install with Win 8 also... :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mahmoud Halem:
thxXx

oh nice (Y) .. i think after ur answer i will change to win 8 :D

and moborobo i know it but i don't love it :D

the important things is cwm and root and flashtool /// and u said working .. nice thank u :*

( Thanks pressed ;) )
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] XASPERATED:
How to deodex

Hello,

I am running stock JB ROM with .96 fw. Most of the mods dont work(Z1s keyboard, honami fw) due to ROM not being deodexed.

Can someone pls give a process to deodex this stock ROM or point me to the thread that does it because I tried searching and I got the process for deodexing .211 and not .96 fw.

Thanks.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] piyush95:
Hello everyone...does anyone know how to fix the signal loss issue on cm9..its very annoying...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Those are the regions that the firmwares were released in. There's usually a difference in the baseband version only, so I guess you have a firmware for your region, your safe flashing the global firmware. Generic and world mean the same thing :)

There's a Rooted, busyboxed and deodexed .96 ROM in the forum. Why not just flash that?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] fullbuster18:
need help before factory reset Acro S

i have inserted unlocked code for the Network .after factory reset the code will gone too?:crying:

need asap. my phone is laggy .

thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
Boot Loop!

Please help Me out! I tried editing build.prop and now My phone has struck into boot loop!! I'm using Xperia SL and it is currently rooted and on Existenz ultra ROM. I'm able to boot into recovery, but unable to access the device via adb. It says device not found. I tried installing all drivers but nothing works. I have the original copy of build.prop on My laptop as well as cell, but I don't know how to restore it!! Please help!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ADDICT.ANK:
Boot in recovery and clear data and cache.

Or try flashmode.

And flash the rom back.

Also for adb try diff. Usb port.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
Thanks for the info, but none of them work. I get a device lt26i in manage devices but there are no drivers installed for it. Flashmode is saying that drivers are required for the device.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] genecis:
Install flashtool and then install all drivers :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
I have installed flashtool. I even installed all the drivers from the flashtool drivers folder, even then the phone is not getting recognised.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] genecis:
Which line of build.prop did you edit?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dobbsylondon:
Hello Noob friendly thread!

I simply wish to know if my LT26i is a viable candidate for customising.

Android - 4.1.2

Build - 6.2.B.0.200

I *think* it is a locked bootload from my limited understanding.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
I changed the model name of the phone.,it was Lt26i first. Then I renamed it to Lt26ii. Later I flashed a zip of the update of the existenz ultra I had in the phone. Now the name is back to Lt26i, but the drivers are not getting installed for it.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] genecis:
If you have the existenz 1.0.0 zip on your device try flashing it
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
I don't have that on My device. I was able to flash the stock firmware though, but the developer has said not to flash system with stock. If I flash stock kernel, will it delete My Personal data?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] genecis:
No. Kernel and data are not related...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
Oh no, I didn't mean the 'kernel'. I meant flashing 'system'. The Developer has asked to not to flash the 'system' or rather to unpick the 'system' option from flashtool. Here is the link to the post of the Developer : Post
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] genecis:
Oh okay I misunderstood :p

Well to be frank I have never quite understood the flash options in flashtool. Just PM niaboc and he'll help you out :) He had once very kindly explained the flash options to me but that was some time ago and I've forgot it now lol :p

Anyways he's a great dev and doesn't mind answering questions
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dobbsylondon:
:cool:

I'm greatful for any advice.

If it helps, I'm with t-mobile and they provided the phone.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Depends on how you want to customize it. There's a ton of stock roms, which do not require ab unlocked bootloader. The best of which, imo is existenz. If you want to flash 4.4, you'll need to unlock the bootloader.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dobbsylondon:
My ideal situation would be to get android 4.2+ as my understanding is, that would allow me to pair my dualshock 3 to my phone. (For emulation/games etc) I'd quite like to be able to try out as many different roms as possible. I am VERY noob at this, but not to PC's etc.

I need to root, then flash, is that right?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
You don't need 4.2+ for that. It's been available since gingerbread. It's included in existenz. You should try it.

You should root, install a custom recovery, and flash.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dobbsylondon:
Ok, thanks very much for the clarification.

I checked the link provided at the start of this thread for an Xperia S specific flashtool but I don't think it works anymore.

My (hopefully) last request is, could you link me to the relevant download pages please? (Flashtool, custom recovery, and Existenz)

(Thanks button hit and many thanks again)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ADDICT.ANK:
install last two drivers from the flashtool directory.

and then connect the device,

either in fastboot or flashmode
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Mirhawk:
Okay! Thanks for Your help!! I was able to solve the issue with the drivers provided by DoomLord.

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Hi there, even I'm just like You and wanted to root and use Custom ROM without unlocking bootloader. I followed certain steps and it was pretty easy.

Those are as follows:

1) First download the flashtool:

OFFICIAL UPDATED Flashtool 0.9.13.0 for ALL XPERIA (Windows)

2) Root Your device using DoomLord's method :

[ROOT][S/SL] How-to for rooting newest firmware 6.2.B.1.96

3) Then install this CWM. It doesn't require unlocked bootloader :

[RECOVERY] CWM Recovery 6.0.3.0 for {JB} LOCKED bootloader by cray_Doze

4) Then flash this ROM :

[ROM][JB][LB,UB] eXistenZ Ultra 2.0.5 | Honami Camera & more | 09/02/14

Please do read the instructions again and again properly and then only proceed. And do provide thank to the respective Developers/OP for their contribution!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Always a pleasure to return to the community.

Happy flashing!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dobbsylondon:
I just flashed the rom from from the custom recovery. Everything looks fine. So thank you both for guiding me to this point. Could you elaborate on the dualshock pairing process please. It looked pretty straightforward on the Z by default. Also, i appear to missing my HSDPA..:(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] anoevo:
Guys. Why the camera keeps focusing in video mode.

My device is ion.?

:confused:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
my xperia s problem

hello , i'am totally disappointed and not satsifed after i did officail update 6.2.B.1.96 and i found 2 worst issues ever 1- battery life totaly sucks 2- network not work (( GSM only )) so i forced to use ((WCDMA)) is there any help please ? iam not a root user and iam totaly noob on those things what should i do ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
When did you update? Maybe the phone just needs to settle down a little bit.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
before 2 weeks and did 3 times repair my phone on my pc and finaly went to customer service and they told me they can't go to older verision after they did software to the same verision and i got it today
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Okay, happened to my girlfriend's phone too. Just let it settle, do a few charge cycles, (100-0, and back 100 without a break).

Also, download wake lock detector, and better battery stats, and take a few readings and pm me. :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
well if that will work to my battery what about my network ? i need GSM to work cus i missed many calls while i have week signal :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
I'm afraid I'm not sure what you're talking about. If you're talking about switching between 2G and 3G, there shouldn't be a problem....
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
i mean before i did update i was use WCDMA/GSM .. and after update when i trying to set it to that type too it going to red X and no services after trying WCDMA only the signal work but week , if i try GSM only it going to red X and no signal what ever i do , i dont know which one is the 2g and 3g i only know that's the problem happend because GSM missing from the phone so the signal is week now
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Have you tried putting in a different sim card and trying? Try to get a new sim card if you're on a contract.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
sure 1- tried to about another carrier

2- changed my sim card

3- asked my service provider and they said problem from my phone ..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Are you rooted? Download terminal emulator, turn on gsm only, open terminal emulator, type,

cd storage

cd sdcard0

su logcat>log.txt

Send me that on pm or post here.

Alternatively, download flashtool on your PC, download the .96 ftf and flash only the baseband. Search the development forum for the ftf. Will be easy to find.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
sorry for disappoint you iam not a root user :d read my first comment
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Try flashtool then
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
hmm how ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Download flashtool from the development thread. And download the ftf from the development thread. Install the proper drivers that come along with flash tool.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
hmm yea then what should i do ? and what is usefull from that?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sajedn:
wifi

hey guys , i got wifi problem in kitkat roms , how can i solve it ?

thx .
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Playback95:
rotation

Hey guys, sorry if this question have already been answered but i cant find nothing about it.

Is the screen-rotation bug fixed somehow, or there are not possible solution for that?

Thanks very much.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Then, go to the development thread, there's a topic with all the basics for flashtool. Flash the baseband again, in flash tool. Using flash tool allows you to flash only specific parts of the firmware, instead of flashing the entire firmware again. There's a lot of tutorials.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] elz_terible:
[HELP] CWM/TWRP Recovery not working

Hi,

Anyone knows how to boot recovery for Sony Xperia S.. FW: 6.2.B.1.96, unlocked Bootloader, Rooted.

I tried all the instructions using the power + volume up, touching the sony logo, etc. But nothing happens. Only displays a blank screen then its stuck. Checking in ROM Manager, I do have CWM and TWRP recovery.

Thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] manu017:
hi, i have an xperia s and i want to flash kitkat on it. Can someone help me with a tutorial on how to do it? I just unbricked it.:)... it has locked bootloader.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Apart from checking rom toolbox, how do you know you have a recovery? Are you on a custom kernel? If yes, pressing volume up ONLY. No power button. When the kernel logo comes up will take you to the recovery. Unlocking your bootloader will not install a recovery. You have to install it eiyher from goomanager or through a thread somwhere in the dev section, or by flashing a custom kernel.

This doesn't mean you have those recoveries installed. Its asking you if you have a recovery installed, and if you do, choose the correct one.

Firstly, to flash any non stock based ROM, you need to unlock your bootloader. Then, you'll you need to install the kernel from the ROM, or any custom kernel, download the ROM onto your SD card along with the appropriate gapps, boot into recovery, wipe system, data, cache, dalvik cache, flash ROM, flash gapps, reboot system. First boot takes a long time, don't panic and switch it off. Happy flashing!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] manu017:
So... is there any way to flash kitkat on xperia s with locked bootloader (unlockable) ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Sorry bro, didn't realise I hadn't replied. It is impossible to install any non stock based ROM other than CM10(4.1.2) with a locked bootloader.

If your bootloader is unlockable, unlock it first. :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] manu017:
so, if there says "no"... i can unlock it anyway? in the tutorial said that it can`t be unlocked...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jetblast787:
Hello all!

I just rooted my xperia S using this guide but when I came to use the camera it pops up with a message saying 'camera not available' Any ideas whats going wrong?

Also kinda regret getting this phone but Im on contract now. Even after totally resetting before rooting it, now the phone lags quite a bit and I haven't even installed many of the apps I use regularly. I've installed themer, but haven't activated it yet and even still its laggy. The battery life is about 70-80% of what it should be even though I have followed all the rules in the book to keep the batteries lifespan to last as long as possible... I honestly don't know anymore
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SweetlowDjo:
Hello everyone! Just a simple question to begin. I want to change the app drawer icon. I found some of them much horrible.

I also wonder how to make the dock effect. I don't know if someone can understand what I'm saying... :(

Thank you all for everything you do.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Under unlock allowed, if it say no, you can't unlock it.

Rooting shouldn't break anything... Try flashing a different ROM. I was pretty upset with the phone initially too, but the ROMs and dev support are keeping me happy. In terms of battery though, I agree, its horrid. I can't use it if I need it to last me a day. I carry around an external battery pack, so I'm good.

---------- Post added at 04:37 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:36 AM ----------

Simplest way would be to install a custom launcher and icon pack. Try themer.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SweetlowDjo:
Thanks for the quick reply ! I appreciate. The problem is that I'm on eXistenZ v.2.0.5 JB. 96. Everything is awesome. Except the app drawer icon. And missing the back effect dock. If I could do it, my poor eyes could have a rest :P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] manu017:
ok, thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Dude, there's tons of themes for that ROM. There's a couple that change the drawer icon. I'm not really sure what a back effect dock is :P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
hello

at first i was on B.1.96 latest version on egypt but had 2 problems 1- was the battery life is worst for real 2- 2g network (GSM ONLY ) has red X and not working what ever i do ! .. so after i posted here about 2 days the idea was to flash old version so i flashed .200 ftf by flashtool but what i gain is 1080P camera lagging now also 2g network still has red X .. what you advice me guys i really hated this phone .. note (( i changed sim and provider but the problem still the same ))
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Playback95:
rotation

Please can you answer my previous question about the rotation problem.

Thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
Dude, i asked you to flash the .96 baseband, not .200. If you're still having problems, i guess its a hardware problem.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jetblast787:
Is there anything I can do before trying this? I've sent my laptop off for repair and if I go ahead will have to use my crappy XP laptop to flash (also will flashing wipe everything off the phone again?)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
.96 baseband mean .96 world? if not please inform me how to do this and thanks for you
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] EAGLEBOOY:
hi , can some one tell me :

is hdmi working on 4.1 for xperia ion (jelly bean)?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] NANONANONIN:
Yes it works

Yes works fine, i have an Acro S with stock Rom 4.1.2 and works.

Also on Xperia S with JB:good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] AnrgKrshn:
In general, clean install is recommended when flashing a rom, to avoid unnecessary problems, which involves wiping data. Your SD Card will be safe, unless you choose to wipe it.

Download the .96 ftf file, in flash tool, make sure only baseband is checked, and flash.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ikomandrickov:
HDMI Connectivity

Hello to everybody,maybe someone know the list of supported tv for sony xperia s hdmi connectivity? Thank you
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rulezz20:
i did it too and no thing change still my problem what you advice me ?