yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ID10T_Error:
Download not working unless you install a browser plugin.

I'd like to follow this guide here https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2418991 which advises me to use your guide but the download website http://d-h.st/ksM doesn't allow me to download the files and instead directs me to a browser plugin that replaces the search engine used. Is this by design? Should I look elsewhere for these files?

So I found them in an above post thanks vooR9er

But I downloaded flashtool from thier website, it connects to my phone but doesnt seem to want anything to do with ftf files? Any info appreaciated?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] vooR9er:
Hi! Don't know what version you have installed Flashtool but for your device it is better to put v. 0.9.11.0 max 0.9.18.5/6 but then when you install you must turn off antivirus on PC.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ID10T_Error:
So I found flashtool-0.9.11.0-windows.exe (Thanks vooR9er) downloaded and installed it after deleting the newer version, it seems to recognize my ftf files now thanks but when I upload a older kernel it goes through the motions but when it restarts the newer kernel is the one that is used. LT26W

Doesnt matter anyways as the phone stopped accepting charge last night and seems to have gone bad, This isnt the first time this issue has presented itself, thats how i got the phone in the first place.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] vooR9er:
Hi!

Sorry for translation I use google translate, you can read more to say what's the problem?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ID10T_Error:
Ignore me please, Ill post here if it comes back to life, its a hardware issue, the phone has stopped accepting charge, the battery will not charge(unless you remove it and charge it via an external charger).
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] fredericcollinss:
Good luck bro. After the test. Can you please make a advance stock kernel for this firmware. However, thanks a lot :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gallardo994:
Sources aren't out yet

Powered by GSR with Android 4.1.2 on the board.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] zaidx:
Same problem here

I can't connect my phone in flashmod
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
Noob question sir,

What is VVVIMP STEP?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mr-tical:
Maybe Very Very Very IMPortant Step?

:)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
Is the firmware's .ftf world generic?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mondenath:
Regarding flashable zi

HI Guys please post flashable zip i cant afford to reinstall all the apps again
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dark_skeleton:
If you're desperate enough, you could install VirtualBox, install Windows 7 on it and then attach the USB device to that win7 running inside win8.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rangeeshnathan:
Quick question

Can anyone make the new kernel in a flashable zip format??

Next what if I flash yakandu's prerooted firmware and then the kernel zip,will I have root???
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ishaan0123:
unable to flash :(

downloaded ftf shows 485mb in downloads window and when i check the folder, it shows 354mb only. plus, this firmware in not listing up in the firmware list when i try to flash it.

i redownloaded it and noticed that the file stops downloading in between.

help plz.! using latest flash tool.

bl locked, unrooted. ftf imported to firmwares folder in the flashtool folder.

QUOTE=DooMLoRD;44918676][ info ]

So guys I have got root on the newest firmware 6.2.B.1.96!

Since Sony has patched our beloved perf_event exploit (with which we rooted 30+ Xperia devices) I had to find an alternate way... so I did the smart thing, just used the kernel on which the exploit works, root the device and flash back the newest kernel!

THIS WORKS ON BOTH LOCKED & UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS!

BTW if someone needs a full FTF of this new firmware here it is: XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_1257-6919.ftf - 485.30 MB
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rangeeshnathan:
DON'T QUOTE THE WHOLE OP!!!!!!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ishaan0123:
transfer saved pages possible?

i have saved pages for offline reading. it is possible to get those saved pages after i flash a new rom? how to backup those pages?

BL locked, Unrooted.

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:p
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ngonchan:
This method worked fine on my Acro S with newest firmware 6.2.B.1.96, LB! :victory:

Wish all the best for your exams, [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION]
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] HitFan:
What CWM will works on this builid?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] shad0wboss:
which region is the ftf?

All the best for your exams !
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MozzieZ:
Works perfectly DoomLord! After using your tutorial, i flashed the Deoxed.zip and everything is supersmooth. Very good Rom.

The new kernel is great!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] drodericks03:
How's the latest firmware? Any difference?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MozzieZ:
Sofar are all the bugs fixed. The volume up bug is gone, and the camera lag is fixed.

And a brand new kernel!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Sprinter_HH:
Do you have a Link to the Kernels you used?

Sprinter
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ngonchan:
I used the kernel in stock .211 firmware (just flash only the kernel for rooting from .211 ftf file) then, apply root and flash the kernel in .96 firmware.

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Im using CWM Recovery 6.0.3.0 by [MENTION=250045]cray[/MENTION]_Dove and I think the modified version of this by [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION] also will work fine for XS.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] someone755:
True, that. But I never doubted in you, you're a living legend!

I'm just irritated because people with unlocked bootloaders complicate so much when everything should be simple and straightforward for them. Instead, they choose the path of the locked bootloader...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] s-X-s:
You have to wait until DooM update CMW for this firmware or u need unlocked bootloader.....
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
THIS WORKS ON BOTH LOCKED & UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS!

BTW if someone needs a full FTF of this new firmware here it is: XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_1257-6919.ftf - 485.30 MB

[ proof ]

[ NOTICE ]

THIS IS ONLY FOR THE XPERIA S/SL (LT26i/ii) FW 6.2.B.1.96!

DO NOT USE IT ON ANY OTHER VARIANT/FIRMWARE!

[ sources & additional info on exploit ]

check out this thread

[ how-to ]

Download the three files from the download section below

open FlashTool and flash the XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.0.211_KernelOnly.ftf - 6.36 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable

now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode

CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP

extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\

execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP

the above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!

after rooting is over the device will restart

you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)

once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again

now flash XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_KernelOnly.ftf - 6.33 MB file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware

thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!

If you are facing issue of device rebooting when remounting /system partition then checkout

the fix

posted by [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

regards,

DooMLoRD[/QUOTE]

You can work on a method easier to root as the previous? :) I love your work :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Bramzzz:
IDIOT quoting the OP again...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] HitFan:
CWM for .200/.211 works fine with .96 ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
i know you are an IDIOT!!!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
Where do you get it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] HitFan:
CWM from this thread works on .96: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2308493 ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] js777:
You may use the tool, 360 root. It's the easy way to Root.:D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Bramzzz:
Worked! Thanks for the tip!

Very happy with the new ROM and kernel does it's job perfectly, RAM management is very good!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
Can someone tell me, why my WLAN is gone? I could not activate it.

What I do:

1. Full wipe

2. Install Doomkernel for .200

3. Flash clean .200 FW

4. Walk through this HowTo

After all done, WLAN is gone. In settings shows me the old .200 FW-Version.

What I do wrong?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MozzieZ:
Dont use .200 kernel in new Version, Flash the original Kernel like DoomLord says in the OP.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
I just do so. I started with a full clean .200 FW.

Then I go through the OP:

- Install .211 kernel

- DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18

- install .96 kernel

All without errors, but WLAN (WiFi) is disabled.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] 10lexik:
Thank you a lot Doomlord for this !!

CWM just works like a charm with this firmware (LB, 6.0.3.0)

;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] BoSib:
Working perfectly! :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
u need to be on .96 firmware for rooting to work and for ROM to work correctly!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] masksan23:
i need CWM.give ma link
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] 10lexik:
Get eyes and a brain :eek:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
One page back:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=44936349&postcount=48
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] BoSib:
Well he actually has a point, no need to quote the OP in it´s entirety! :silly:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
Oh no.....

Surely works with .96....

Thanks a lot Doom.

BTW: CWM works also.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] driel saputra:
How to access CWM ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
3 posts above and also 2 pages back:

http://xdaforums.com/show...9&postcount=48

Install CWM and access like always
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Igorsep:
Will there be a pre-rooted version of this firmware?

I'm currently on CM10 with an older CWM, do I need to install a newer one to flash this?

Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] corum3:
Every thing seems to be great, it seems faster and smoother.. but my wifi does not seem to work.. have i missed something somewhere??

followed the op to the letter.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gallardo994:
If you have a recovery, check out this post, it includes WiFi modules. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=44941076

Powered by GSR with Android 4.1.2 on the board.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] corum3:
This worked perfectly many thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] n70shan:
1080 video recording is still jerking sometimes..........also compared to ics it takes too much time to focus object which is ruinning my video.....anyways Thanks Doomlord,,,,,,U r great
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] bluechip850:
[MENTION=1216147]ngonchan[/MENTION], did you just exclude all the filed execpt the kernel, oru did you make an ftf with kernel.sin in it..?

IF so could your get me that file. :)

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[MENTION=1216147]ngonchan[/MENTION], ignore my question, coz i got my Acro 6.2.B.1.96 ROOTED, also installed CWM too.. :D

btw i have attached the 2 ftfs in case anybody needs,

Acro S

6.2.B.0.211	Kernel Only

http://www.mediafire.com/download/vl7rfrxm94xrbof/Xperia_Acro_S_LT26w_6.2.B.0.211_KernelOnly.ftf

6.2.B.1.96	Kernel Only

http://www.mediafire.com/download/ur7n5wlasyb6dmr/Xperia_Acro_S_LT26w_6.2.B.1.96_KernelOnly.ftf

Root Tool:

http://d-h.st/1Gp
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ngonchan:
Yes, I did it that way :D Cuz I dont know how to make kernel .ftf from that package, so I can not provide the kernel files in previous posts :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jemju_xps-user:
got bootlop..currently im @ 96fw then i flash the 211 kernel then i reboot but i got bootlop.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] @NUJ:
in INDIA 2g bug still persists:( :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] drodericks03:
Any noticeable difference from. 211? Is it Smoother? Smooth as open semc? :P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gallardo994:
Dream on. Sony can never reach OpenSEMC's UI smoothness. Though it runs rather better than 211 without any overclock.

Powered by GSR with Android 4.1.2 on the board.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] on99:
maybe a weird question, but is it also possible to flash the .69 kernel using fastboot?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MozzieZ:
Yes.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] on99:
normally after i flashed a stock rom, i use fastboot to change my boot so i can access recovery. i do that as follows:

c:\mapnames>fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce flash boot boot.img

but since it is a *.ftf file, i am not sure if i can use the same command as above. can u tell me if i can or else, what command i should use? many thank!

(i can wait on the official release, but since i am on slimrom with an annoying internet connection drop so often, i like to change my rom again)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MozzieZ:
You need the. Elf file from doomlord
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
Thanks doomlord for your great work! Working perfectly :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] s-X-s:
Rooted and CWM (.211) installed ...all back to where it was except the bugs and new firmware....
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dark-shadow93:
Thanks man :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rkanwar:
Hi guys what region is the attached firmware from? Read through the thread but no answer is givwn
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ThaweK:
If I gonna flash 1.96 for first time right from 0.200, do I need to do full-wipe ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
Nordic Generic I think
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] bsthost:
thanks too much for your help here and great efforts

but i have a little stupid question please ,

it's just root for device and new kernel

but no CMW recovery ???

how can i get CMW recovery back ??

or it's still not possible
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dvhuy95:
Doomlord, could you do a pre-rooted rom please ??
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] schickel:
2 and 4 pages back will get as result, if you used the search-button:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=44936349&postcount=48

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=44942336&postcount=63

[MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION]: Could yo make a note in OP for CWM?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
I dont know but im using your fw on op and i checked my software info in dialler, i think its world generic
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] s-X-s:
I donno why this after upgrade to 1.96 firmware... I got root by first post instructions.. but now i have been trying to to copy and replace files in root... always get permssion denied error... superuser permssions are granted before trying for move for filemanager (ES) ... but not working , i tried text files and apks as well... in superuser app log says - need pro version'... didnt know this b4 n wasnt like b4 - is this new superuser app changed features or something else.... i have CWM installed after root
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Futurust:
Quick question. Do we need to wipe anything before flashing the kernels in flashtool? Thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
Edit your build.prop

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No, just flash it
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] r0bot:
This would be really helpful for a lot of us.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] seventh711:
Nice job dude! :good:

it works, thank you :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] alex.sg:
I have successfully flashed the old kernel, rooted it and now I am having troubles flashing the new kernel. I connect the phone in Flashmode and this is what I get when I try to flash it:

27/036/2013 12:36:45 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
27/036/2013 12:36:45 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.11.0 built on 2013-06-04 22:50:00
27/036/2013 12:36:50 - INFO - Selected null
27/036/2013 12:36:50 - INFO - Flash canceled
27/036/2013 12:36:50 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/036/2013 12:36:56 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/037/2013 12:37:03 - INFO - Selected XperiaS_LT26i / 6.2.B.1.96 / KernelOnly
27/037/2013 12:37:04 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
27/037/2013 12:37:04 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/037/2013 12:37:04 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/037/2013 12:37:05 - INFO - Reading device information
27/037/2013 12:37:17 - INFO - Log written to C:\Flashtool\flashtool_2013-08-27_12-36-45.log
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Unable to read from phone after having opened it.
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - trying to continue anyway
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Processing loader
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Checking header
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - ERROR - Error in processHeader : 2 : The system cannot find the file specified.
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
27/037/2013 12:37:40 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/037/2013 12:37:53 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off
27/037/2013 12:37:53 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode
27/037/2013 12:37:55 - INFO - Device disconnected

I tried NUT's r/w fixer but to no avail. Any ideas?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jboukaram:
kernel help

Please can you help ? If i flash a kernel it will change my region customization ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sam.i.r:
Hey Guys....Thank u soo much for all the development u make...

A nooby questn from me...

I have flashed the latest fw .96 into my xs....

Now, I know for rooting...I need to flash .211 kernel....n den v18.....n den.96 kernel back agn...

Till now, I have never flashed kernels...

When I searched "How to flash a kernel?".....I get a lot of results...checked a couple of them and both were kinda different....

So, please tell me exactly how to flash the above Kernels.....Please be really specific...as i am a NOOB...

Thanks!!!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Futurust:
Just flash the kernel as if it was a normal ftf, in flashmode :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Unfor80:
It's worked! thanks! Xperia S (lt26i)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sam.i.r:
1. ok....so when I open the flashtool and click the flash button

I select the .ftf kernel file...and under the Wipe option...should I check the Kernel option?

2. And every forum I see for flashing kernel...it talks abt gettin into some fastboot mode...

Is that right...or we need to select flashmode in flashtool?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sam.i.r:
Hey...I lost my patience...and seeing no quick replies...I tried flashing like i alwas do in flashmode...n it worked...

Today, i can proudly say...This NOOB can now

1.flash Custom Kernels in flashmode

2.flash Stock Roms

3.Root phones(Thanks to damn easy rooting toolkit by Doomlord)

4.install CWM...

Thanks everyone....specially The Doomlord....ur seriously d lord for the NOOBs

kinda gotten confidence with flashing now...

Next stop...Flashing Custom Roms with CWM...neva done dat!!!m sure I will learn that also..thanks to all u guys!!!

Cheers xda-developers!!!I have become addicted to this site!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Futurust:
Dont check/uncheck anything on the checkboxes. Just get the phone into flashmode then flash it straightaway.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] winsmel:
Thanks for all DooMLoRD.

For those who have problems with Flashtool. I downloaded the Kernels Stock in "ftf" from this thread, I extracted it and I created a flashable zip.

Flash Stock Kernels of JB 6.2.B.0.211 & 6.2.B.1.96 with CWM Recovery:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2422189
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] fishyweb:
Thanks, this technique worked a treat.

The hardest thing is that now I have to remember to double-click (instead of long click) the home button to bring up the recently-used app list! I'm surprised that Sony didn't code the update to put Google Now on the double click, and retain long click for recently used. Hey ho...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rkanwar:
I already have .96 firmware installed. Do I just flash the kernel for .211, root and revert back to the .96 kernel?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] fishyweb:
Yes.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Sylar0717:
after rooting my phone get heat from 33c to 35-38 only using message :silly:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Lord Takyon:
Nothing to do with root mate.

Sent from my TVR powered Xperia S via transwarp conduit.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] bluechip850:
[QUOTE [MENTION=1113578]nuj[/MENTION];44961875]in INDIA 2g bug still persists:( :([/QUOTE]

[MENTION=1113578]nuj[/MENTION]

what kind of bug are you actually facing.. ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] louis0815:
[MENTION=1113578]nuj[/MENTION]

what kind of bug are you actually facing.. ?[/QUOTE]

Are you sure this is anyhow related to rooting the firmware?

Just sayin......:confused:

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this was tapatalked with Android
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] nuts70:
thanx for ur great job

working so easy on my X S
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ludi007:
can't install

i'd love to perform the root but for now i've got a bigger problem - I can;t even install the update itself! my S informed me it's ready to download and than that it's ready to install. confirmed, phone rebooted and said that the update cannot be installed.

so.... wtf? please help ;/
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Lord Takyon:
A quick solution is download the ftf along with flashtool and flash it. Will wipe your data, but not photos and the like, just apps.

Sent from my TVR powered Xperia S via transwarp conduit.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] jhustinel:
im about to post about this nooby question.. then suddenly i red this comment. :)

is this for real? Haha.. This comment makes my day. :) thank you sir.. hahaha..

sorry for posting non sense.. its just make me happy. HAHA!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kin9nothin9:
i want to keep my generic area ftf

what to do

i have the Arabic (AAA) i guess

what to do
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cybrkada:
bricked after updating FW

This is not the first time I flashed something, maybe this is the fourth. I was not careless then until now...My phone won't even turn on :crying:

I tried to charge it for 2 hrs to make sure the battery isn't dead, but it still won't...

This is what I did:

- I did not flash XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.0.211_KernelOnly.ftf since I am already on that kernel.

- I am NOT sure If I close flashtool after rebooting my phone.

- Executed runme_ file (windows) but I noticed there are some text that says "outdated binary...killing" but at the end of the script it said EXECUTED SUCCESSFULLY (not verbatim, but it meant like that)

- Restarted phone and verified my phone still has root access (using superSU app).

- Flashed XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_KernelOnly.ftf using fastboot

- Restarted phone, the rest is disaster :D

I need your help please. What should I do?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
why the hell are u flashing an FTF using FASTBOOT?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cybrkada:
my bad :(

Sorry, I thought fastboot is a text command version of flashtool.. I flashed .SIN, .ELF before using fastboot, I didn't know it cannot be used in .FTF

My bad. Can this process be reversed?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] denslife16:
Well done bro, you make doomlord angry

:D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lastbronx:
Thanks for your ultimate guide. I am very new Xperia s. I just got it in exchange with SGS2. Followed your guide.

For me (complete new to xperia S ) this method was quite confusing as I was not friendly with flashtool and flashing.

What I did was quite easy than this method of switching kernels.

I flashed Your advance stock kernel with recovery for this latest firmware 6.2.B.1.96 and then simply flashed SuperSu ( provided in same thread )

Viola I got Root+recovery and now my beloved slim rom too.

Thanks DooMLorD. for guides, kernels and detailed info.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FenrirMX:
Moral of the story: Don't think, know.

How does one know?

Research

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[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] cybrkada:
I didn't know it is reversible until now. Finally made my phone working again..using FASTBOOT :)

Moral Lesson: Do not give-up easily :o