yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z Android Development] schaggo:
To run unsigned code, such as CM and custom kernels, for example. And of course to enable fastboot.

This is confusing, as it is not really a valid scenario. If the bootloader says rooted, this means you have unlocked the bootloader already. It either must be something else you "rooted" or then you are unlocked already. The wording on Sony's part is admittedly confusing, calling "unlocked" "rooted".

There's a zip already? Must have missed that. Either way, it's the patch applied to the service menu app which does the actual rooting, breaks the correct reporting of the unlockability and unlock state within said app. Simply replace the patched apk with the original apk and the reporting should be fixed.

Provided you are still on a locked bootloader and not unlocked as I stated as a possibility further up, if you want to flash it, you must first get any of the recoveries for locked devices. Then flash the zip through that recovery as you are used to from any other device running a custom recovery. But as just explained, you can of course also simply manually replace the apk using adb or a root filemanager of choice.

Yes, there's a difference. Leave power alone, it's only either VolUp or VolDown while connecting the fully shut down device to a usb cable. This will boot either fastboot or flashmode.

No. AFAIK all SIM/network-locked devices are also unlock blocked, not unlockable. Only "free" respectively unbranded devices usually come unlockable. Exemptions exempt ;)
[Xperia Z Android Development] Mitsuya Cider:
I was wondering what happens if I do a factory reset and erase all data? Will it be a clean factory reset?

Or how do I start all over again?
[Xperia Z Android Development] schaggo:
This formats the internal storage, wipes all user data, it resets the device to factory state.

This does/should NOT undo root though, as root is not "user data" but "system data" if you wish. A user reported a factory reset also removing root though, this has not been reproduced since. Just for safety reasons, I'd remove any external sdcard you may have mounted in the phone when doing such a reset.
[Xperia Z Android Development] Mitsuya Cider:
Thanks for the heads-up. Maybe I will not do a factory reset.

I will leave it alone for now. However, there is a new update for my phone.

10.1.A.1.434. Should I update?
[Xperia Z Android Development] schaggo:
You could, with a certain probability, lose root. It's not guaranteed that the new build will still be rootable using the current method.

You may go ahead, try to update, if nothing happens, good. If you loose, root, try to re-root. And if everything breaks and root doesn't work, simply flash back to 10.1.A.1.350 using Flashtool and one of the FTF's flying around in the forums and re-root that one.

I'm just saying, as you wish to wipe anyway at some point, why not let the community profit from your experiences :highfive:
[Xperia Z Android Development] deathdbking:
Confirmed on a C6603 that update to 10.1.A.1.434 will lose root, but you can root it again by the same method =]
[Xperia Z Android Development] tilty5280:
What does this mean?

Newbie question: Can anyone tell me what DoomLord meant by this:

ADB drivers installed (use this file incase u need to install drivers)

I downloaded his software and installed the xperia Z drivers on my computer, but nothing happened. Am I supposed to install it on my phone or something? Thanks :o
[Xperia Z Android Development] pjottrr:
i'm lucky i guess, because the semi-to-providers-connected shops here in the netherlands, sell unbranded devices.

Thanks for your help
[Xperia Z Android Development] brambizimski:
nevermind!
[Xperia Z Android Development] zippy01:
Re: [ROOT] Xperia Z for LOCKED, UNLOCKED bootloaders! [Exploit by: goroh_kun & huhka_

Are you saying you actually gained access to fastboot when fastboot was actually disabled?
[Xperia Z Android Development] shaldi:
is this method also can apply to xperia V ??:confused:
[Xperia Z Android Development] dsmaori:
Sorry for the dumb noob question but I get to the restore data bit on my phone and it says I need to enter a password if my data has been encrypted. I haven't encrypted my phone but it doesn't give me the option to restore my data without entering a password like it does on the video link. What am I doing wrong?
[Xperia Z Android Development] Baffie6099:
Confirmed.

This also works on XperiaZ with new Update for NL:

I am on 10.1.A.1.434

Just tried it, and Voila.... :good:

(Was not able to post picture, don't have 10 posts yet on the forum,):crying:
[Xperia Z Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z for LOCKED, UNLOCKED bootloaders! [Exploit by: goroh_kun & huhka_

Am I? Not that I can see, no.

Gesendet von meinem C6603
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kylesag21:
Has anyone had any success with video chatting using Skype on any rom higher then gingerbread? I've tried PA and viper rom with no success. I currently have it working on cm7, but would love to run JB or ICS. Any suggestions?

Edit: I should also mention that I have tried using the modded Skype here on xda.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] Addiso:
Maybe cs kangdemnation works if I can remember.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kylesag21:
Oh yeah forgot about the rom. I'll give it a try thanks.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kylesag21:
Confirmed working!
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Chiani:
I've installed the PPC2003PE ROM I got through members of this site and wrote an article about it. Anybody interested can read it a www.sharewood.org

Hope you people don't mind me posting this here. This is not just a publicity stunts but I figured it would a nice read for all those having doubts weather to upgrade or not :)

Chiani
[Android Apps and Games] niaboc79:
I've ported the Xperia Z calculator to ICS

Screenshots

Install Instructions

Flash Xperia_Z_Calculator.zip in recovery

Download

Xperia_Z_Calculator.zip: http://d-h.st/BNM

Envoyé depuis mon C6603 avec Tapatalk
[Android Apps and Games] niaboc79:
Tested on CM9 on my galaxy ace ;)

Envoyé depuis mon C6603 avec Tapatalk
[Android Apps and Games] niaboc79:
Let me know your device and if it works ;)

Envoyé depuis mon C6603 avec Tapatalk
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] riju4droid:
Hi All,

This is my first Thread/Post in xda-developers. I joined this forum just today since I was getting a lot of Helps from the Forum Discussions.

I would also like to actively participate in helping others here.

I am currently facing a problem with my Htc Explorer . Any help is appreciated.Description in short.

When there is a low/no network area the mobile Network goes off(naturally) and later on it is not able to connect to the mobile network even after i come back to a better network area.

Only solution at that point is to restart my phone and the Mobile Network is back again .

Firstly I thought this is a OS issue. So I wiped memory and installed CM9 #8 but problem pesists.

Currently I have installed CM9 20130304-UNOFFICIAL-pico still the same problem.

Anybody, any clue ? Is there a post already with similar problems ?

Thanks in Advance ..
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] Parth_14:
Not everyone but many users have faced this unstable mobile data problem!! For now u can on/off airplane mode(it sometimes help) or flash the latest cm 9 build that is #14 by immortal_ yash :)
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] riju4droid:
Thanks for Reply.

I forgot to mention that problem persists even when Switch ON/OFF Airplane Mode.

To be precise. When Network strength is Full and for some reason if I deliberately Switch ON the Airplane mode and try Switch OFF Airplane mode again - my mobile doesn't get any network after that.

I have to restart the phone to make it work.

Its really frustrating ...

Using Wiping User data option - does it totally wipe/format all internal data ?

If not Is there a way to completely clean the Phone memory and install everything from scratch ?
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] Parth_14:
Yes it wipes all internal data! That might be a bug so try latest cm9 :)
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] krutak:
force closing

HI,SOME MONTHS BEFORE I INSTALLED CM9 PICO UNOFFICIAL SOFTWARE I WAS WORKING FINE THESE DAYS BUT SINCE 3 DAYS MY MOBILE IS FORCE CLOSING IN BETWEEN AND IT SHOWS THE LOGO OF CM9 THEN AFTER HALF AN HOUR IT GETS RESTARTED,CAN ANY BODY SOLVE THIS PROBLEM PLZ REPLY URGENT:rolleyes:::rolleyes:
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] Pee_kee:
Give a try.

Tick use only 2G data.. And select Operator selection as Automatic.. It may help..
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] Ankit Gor:
htc explorer

this device has little network issues

me too facing these :(

it's hardware problem
[HTC Pico (Explorer)] razor-:
easy fix

If airplane mode doesn't do the trick with the latest build of cm9, go to settings>more>mobile networks>network operators. That'll automatically search for available networks or you can do it manually. It's better than restarting the phone every time. If that doesn't work, try going to your phone dialer, dial up *#*#4636#*#* (google up the android secret code if you don't believe me). It'll open up a new window, go to Phone information>turn off radio>turn on radio. That should work.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dogie52:
So can't tell if this is a bug in a new update or something basically every time I don't use the Youtube app for more than 5 mins it signs me out. Then when I open it Youtube signs me in for another 5 mins. Very annoying any help is greatly appreciated NOTE: Screenshots from EVO buts its also happening on Note ii

I found out it signs me out after I end the process (like closing it in multitasking)

Things I did to try to fix this ..

Force stop Youtube and remove all user data/cache

Completly factory reset without backing up any system apps or anything to do with Google

Removed Google account, and add it again

Wipe Just Cache

Use a modified Youtube app
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Miaghy23:
Have you tried another google account?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dogie52:
No.. I dont really have another. What will that prove anyways? I need it to work on this one.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Themicles:
I can confirm that I'm having the same problem and have tried the same steps as the OP. Makes the YouTube widget kind of useless as it no longer shows my content unless I load the app and exit.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
Hi everyone,

Before criticizing me for posting this thread please note that I've spent a lot of time googling and trying to find a solution.

Before I begin I want to mention that I'm pretty new to android system. I learned few basics today but must admit I'm a noob. I've had my Xperia Arc S for a while now, but decided to root it (got annoyed with all restrictions + bloadware). But to the point.

After few hours I successfully unlocked bootloader and rooted my device. It's been 7 hours now and I'm really stuck. Finally I decided to get help from you guys - I'm just fed up with it.

Here's my problem:

At the first place I had Android 2.3.4 [4.0.2.a.0.62]. Found out that this version is hard to unlock and root, so I downgraded it to 4.0.2.a.0.42 (which apparently was easier to achieve what I wanted).

Then I followed the guide how to unlock bootloader - succeeded.

Later I used OneClickRoot to root my device - also succeeded.

Now the problem begins - I've read this guide http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1592104

Tried to install CWM using Rom Manager - failed as I got the message that my LT18i is not supported. Instead I installed X-Parts and using it I installed CWM. Seems it all went fine but I can't access Recovery Mode - and seriously I tried everything: volume up, volume down, hold, pressing few times, tried even with back and menu button. I also tried "Reboot to recovery" option in X-Parts - still no result.

I downloaded SE Extreme Tweak and installed CWM using this program but still nothing.

As far as I know to install new ROM I need an access to Recovery Menu. I want to install Stock ROM 2.3.4 [4.0.2.a.0.62] (the one I had before) and remove unnecessary bloatware.

Any suggestions guys? How to fix that Recovery Mode problem?

My device details:

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S

LT18i

Android version: 2.3.4

Buld number: 4.0.2.A.0.42

Thanks for any help!
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MarcSinger:
Have you tried flashing a custom kernel? As far as I know, they come with recovery pre-installed. I'd suggest you give the following a go. Should definitely work for you.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1421992
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
Thanks for reply. Well the thing is - maybe it's a bit silly reason - that I love the favourites widget in 2.3.4. As far as I know this widget is not available in any other versions - even custom ROM's.... :(

edit: Sorry just noticed that it's actually "fixed" version of stock Kernel. Thanks, will try to give it a go then
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MarcSinger:
Are these similar to what you're looking for?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/....gowidget.contactwidget&feature=search_result

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.contapps.android&feature=search_result

I'm sure Google Play has a lot of what you want.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
The first one is. I used it before - need to use Go Launcher with it though, which I didn't really like :/

The one I'm talking about is called "favorites and call log widget" (sorry apparently as a new user I can't post outside links to show you what I'm exactly after)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
@ MarcSinger

thanks again for trying to help, I've read the post, however it still requires to boot the phone in recovery mode, which I'm not able to do

Any other suggestions guys?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
Guys I sorted it out!!

I unrooted the phone (don't know if this helped), rooted again, then found this app "5.0.2.7-nAa-r2 Auto-Installer", installed it on my device and installed CWM from there. Now I can access Recovery Mode. Finally I can carry on with flashing ROM. Will try to install what MarcSinger posted.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SXUsr:
If your bootloader is unlocked then simply flash a kernel with CWM, no need to install it via the apps.

Sent from Myushi
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SarcasticGenius:
i am also havin the same problem after rooting the phone and after installing CWM through X-parts i am not able to open my phone in recovery mode please help .... i am not able to open my Xperia Arc LT15i in recovery mode:(:(:(
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] louman197:
Same here with my xperia neo MT15i/2.3.4/Lock Bootloader:(
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mchaals:
Thanks a lot, I had the same problem and it helped! Now I have a working CWM too :good:
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nadaall:
Glad I could help, good luck!
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] njckjen:
u solved it yourslef, lol.

this app is cwm-auto-installer. i always use it after rooted to install cwm though i flashed the custom kernel had cwm pre-installed.

2 cwm is just better for me, i dont know why but i use lupusv14 kernel, in kernel's cwm, it doesnt do the action "advance restore" like restore system only, so i return to manual cwm to do this :)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] arc-s:
hi there is something i cant understand..im legendary noob on installing kitkat so here i got a problem after i select a kernal in flashtool i mean dat boot.img n well disconnected my phone i couldent enter to recovery mode with my arc s and that screeen keep coming repeatity now can you help me what exactly to do? like you are teaching to baby :D thanks in advance
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alyakram:
same problem....

i read this post now after 2 year of original post.because now im having same problem,i rooted my phone but now i canot enter clock wok mod recovery,i tried x-parts,rom manager,recovery x....it says after tryin to install cwm that instalation complete but i canot enter recovery mode neither by presing down vol at sony logo nor by clicking reboot in recovery mode in x part or any other software...i have unlocked bootloader.

my phone specs are

sony ericsson arc s LT18i

android 4.0.4

build #4.1.B.0.587

thanking in anticiaption.....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] njckjen:
sr, i just seen this notif. maybe cwm was not installed actually, though these apps (xpart, rommanager, recovery...) said is was completed. i think these apps cannot install by ifself (if i remember exactly, cuz a long time ago n i dont use arc anymore). so u must use cwm-auto-installer app, install this app, open it then tap 3rd line to install cwm inside this app. i always do that after root (though i use kernel have cwm preinstalled).

after that, when u power on ur phone, ull see green led light which means u have cwm already n able to access cwm by pressing volume (-) when that led light appear, through that moment u cant access anymore n must reboot to try again. or easier u can use [ndr utils] app, have all reboot option.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] popthosegaskets:
If you have an unlocked bootloader just flash a kernel with CWM on it, why go through all the trouble to use CWM auto installer if it doesn't work for you?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MrMaddTraxx:
You could also try connecting your phone with your computer, make sure you have adb drivers installed and adb turned on in developers settings on your phone , then just type in this command within a terminal: adb reboot recovery .

Please Note that this solution does not mean you haven't got recovery installed on your phone, so this one might fail.!

Have you guys tried holding power + camera? I once had a recovery installed which used the camera button to enter recovery

Also do not press the power button for to long or your phone might just restart and doesn't have the time to boot in recovery, so start up holding volume down or up and press power, realease the power after like 7 seconds , (can't remember how long it really was so experiment.... )
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] parasurfer1979:
I reboot to go into bootloader. TWRP doesn't load up. I have no OS on it yet because the newest MeanBean wouldn't load correctly with the old twrp i was running. Help please. I'm disabled and live independently and my cell is my only phone. I have a thread open. Since i Didnt have enough posts to post here initially.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=39025710#post39025710

Thanks again.

If anyone wants to PM me a number to call, I'll borrow my neighbors landline.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Rydah:
Just load into fastboot and flash twrp then load up a Rom via recovery. Done. :)

Go onto the twrp page and download the .img file, and reboot your device into bootloader, and select fastboot. Now run the fastboot command and it will push recovery over the wire.

Sent From My HTC Evo 4G LTE, On The Now Network From Sprint!

---------- Post added at 12:21 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:20 PM ----------

Wrong section btw...

Sent From My HTC Evo 4G LTE, On The Now Network From Sprint!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] parasurfer1979:
Well guys I figured out i needed to remove SD card and also remove that twrp file. I'm still getting stuck in bootup with this new rom i wanted to try so back to meanbean i go in hopes that the rom will clear boot on meanbean which is where it all started.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Are you saying that you have a recovery now, but no ROM will boot? Not sure what clear boot means. You mean wipe the boot.IMG (kerne) from previous ROM, or you mean make it all the way to boot up? Sorry, your post is confusing to me.

From my Evo LTE, yup.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Okay well I ride a bike a lot so it's expected that I get caught up in a thunderstorm sometimes...

IDC About the screen or buttons being visible when this happens, just so as long as the case snaps tightly shut and prevents any water from seeping through.

Any good suggestions, a best buy repeat suggested an otterbox defender but I don't think that is waterproof is it?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] barry99705:
Ziplock bag is as close as you're going to get. No one makes one.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Re: Looking A Good Waterproof Case

That's what I was thinking. But I wonder if it really would be effective?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drnihili:
There are a few companies that make small dry bags. Seems a bit extreme to me, but that would definitely keep it dry.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sinancetinkaya:
I have a dicapac waterproof case for divers.

They say up to 10 meters, I never had any problems. It's very durable :)

In your case it will be good enough.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] zkyevolved:
Very. I use them when I go for runs! hehe. I put my phone in my pocket in a case, and then in a ziplock bag. The case for any bumps and the bag for sweat :).
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
I've got a nice lil jewelery shop zip lock baggy that the note 2 fits in perfectly, it measures out to 4x7" but the if it's a really heavy down pour I got a small dvd sized store plastic shopping bag that I double layer it up in just in case.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MinionOfEckerd:
Would you happen to know what model you ordered? Thanks! :D
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] droidx2.3.3:
If your looking foe something that will protect againt a drop and is fully water tight. Go on pelican cases website. They have tiny cases for phones. Not sure if thyed fit you bill or not. But its wirth a try.

Sent from my Bean'ed up Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sinancetinkaya:
I have it at home I don't know exact model, mine is may be WP-550 or WP-560

Reviews from amazon.com
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kawkawati:
waterproof skin but no drop protection. http://www.winnergear.com/product/galaxy-note-2-1pack-2-waterproof-skins/
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Hrmm I found this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-...698856?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2ec215b7e8 <<<--Might be a lil clunky to carry around, I actually really like this though, might just get it: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Easy-Fit-Wa...3457?pt=UK_Holders_Mounts&hash=item5897ce7a91
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MinionOfEckerd:
But neither of those can be submerged. I think a lot of people define "waterproof" as in being able to be submerged/dunked/dropped in water. Not just splashed. :(
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Yea right I know what ya mean... But in that case I'd just leave my ziplock baggy I have right now and keep it inside that case, and if it got to be too much of a down pour, I'd double it up in protection. Or one of those other 2 thick plastic cases and use it in that as well as the bike mount case.

But I doubt I'll be getting that submerged in rain water, unless I accidentally rode my bike off into a swimming pool full of water. haha!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Yup.... I went ahead and ordered the bicycle mount, it'll be a lot safer for me than riding one handed trying to check whatever is going on on my phone when I get alerted about something. LoL
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] zkyevolved:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2188733

Check that out :)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Cool I like that, it too bad it's not submersive waterproof... But still stylish and good enough for everyday use.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DorkyDev:
Looks pretty nice and not so bulky ya couldn't carry it around in your pocket.
[Motorola Atrix HD] darknessrise1234:
I've installed the EB40 in my Atrix when I first got it (This one is a replacement, hard bricked last one), and I bought a case at a mall recently. I found it on Amazon to show you guys which one: http://www.amazon.com/World-Motorol...031344&sr=8-5&keywords=hybrid+y+case+atrix+hd However, I have recently had issues with it causing my speaker to cut out, I'm assuming because the plastic pulls the back away. Would there be any way to fix this or would I have to go without a case/get a new case?
[Motorola Atrix HD] deeje00:
I have am otterbox defender on mine and have used the commuter along with ballistic case and they all work without cutting after the battery mod.