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[XPERIA X10 Android Development] fordwds:
New X10a from AT&T (1.6) Gives error with this :(

Hi am looking for help :(.. i tried to go through the forum and try out different things but couldnt get the steps to work. I always get the Java execution error:

INFO: start

Exception in thread "main" java.lang.NullPointerException

at java.lang.String.<init>(Unknown Source)

at X10flash.testPluged(X10flash.java:106)

at X10flash.run(X10flash.java:379)

at X10flash.main(X10flash.java:421)

These are the things I am doing:

1. Update to the latest Software using SEUS. --> Result Still @ 1.6 but factory settings

2. Put the phone in flash mode. --> Result no issues so far

3. Downloaded the firmware files in rapidshare/files/428167773/2-1-nordic-ec.rar

4. Downloaded the X10Flash_2.1 from multiupload.com/D2HUTL9CCA

5. Copied the files from Nordic Dec to C:\X10Flash-2.1\firmware

6. Ran the X10Flash.bat and selected the OS.

Everytime i get these errors :(

I tried this on WinXP SP3 and Win7 Pro and Win7 Home. I tried this with different generic firmwares, different Flashers :(. But after around 30-40 tries, i still get the error..

Can someone help me please??
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] fordwds:
got it working...

Thanks for all the suggestion. I think I figured out the problem. The problem was with the phone entering the flash mode and timing It's darn tricky to get the timing right and that green light is just a misnomer.. even though it shows green light is ON, the phone is somehow not in Flash mode..

Now, i got this done by timing it multiple times Its like that old saying of war, you keep throwing arrows in the dark randomly, you might hit something Woo Hoo!! first time when it started working, somehow i messed it up and got a bricked phone.. then next time the flash failed again.. and finally, i got that working.. Timing is everything

Though I got X10a moved to X10i by this update which is a departure, but i am yet to delve into the differences

Thanks a lot folks...
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] ucman:
so guys can these uploaded files be used to debrand my x10i

after going through so many posts I have simply got myself confused:S

Dont understand what things work for a 1.6 and what for 2.1...

I have already updated my x10i to 2.1 but no market and a possible early update in future is why I want to debrand my x10.

Just want to be sure enough before giving it a try.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Che Kirila:
You have 2.1, so you don't need anything for 1.6 unless you want to downgrade it back. I think you don't have market since your region doesn't have market feature and SEUS updated your phone according to the region. Debranding is usually is referred to carrier's firmware variant, but if you reflash your phone with some generic firmware it would be definitely debranded - you'll change everything, including carrier's garbadge. I think, there are two options for you

- completely reflash your phone with some firmware (I've got Global World that is completely generic package and look like have everything - market particularly).

- change the region of you phone and update (or repair) through SEUS. I am not familiar with this way, since I prefer do things myself, so search the forum - I remember special thread for altering current firmware and SEUS using. As I remember, first you need to root your phone, otherwise those parameters would be unreachable.

And maybe in your case it is better to search the forum for language issues first - I see you are from Dubai and I remember some threads with Arabic language issues, so maybe you should use some specific firmware with extended language support.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Marlacino:
Legends. Since NZ wont be getting the 2.1 update until after new years I just updated with the Rogers one. Worked perfectly. Thanks :)
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] ucman:
Hey thanks for a bit of guidance....

I do am residing in this part of the world but I am not speaking Arabic:) so all i need is to have the market thing up running and in English.

I dont mind even rooting if it is essential for getting the market app. (just was looking for an easier way out lol)

So I believe reflashing my x10i with a global world generic firmware solve the issue??
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
In Need of some Clarity................

Hello ALL, (:confused: :mad: :( = pretty much covers it, LOL)

This is my first post to this network, and I come forth seeking guidance from the Master Guru's (I used the GUI Flash & the x10a World Generic, both as indicated by the OP)! If you could please proceed to the LINK I am providing:

http://androidforums.com/sony-ericsson-xperia-x10/238198-flashed-rooted-now-i-need-some-clarity.html

Could you please render suggestions on what is happening. I have followed the directions as posted by the "OP", but I am still having problems, which I cannot understand. If everyone here is doing the same thing I am doing, on the same phone (x10a Black), how can we have different results? :confused:

I am also having a HUGE problem with my Contacts. It appears that the only contacts showing up are the contacts from my SIM card, which are old and outdated. Since I sync them with Gmail and Gmail has ALL of my contacts, logic would say that they are NOT syncing, would you agree? The calendar and mail are syncing with Gmail just fine, but not the contacts. I believe the SIM contacts are some how over ridding the Gmail sync, again, I have no idea how or way, it just appears to be logical. Is there away to delete them from my SIM card? :confused: :mad:

So, if you could conduct some reading on my LINK and here, and provide some help, it would be MOST appreciated!!!!:)

Gunny :cool:
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] delbuenno:
Fotr the ATT X10a you need to enter the APN settings manually, you can find them here:-

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=6359968&postcount=2

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=9654831&postcount=7

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=9561919&postcount=871

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=9400186&postcount=830

Also, why did you flash to another operator branded firmware (Rogers) instead of the global generic one?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
Thanks for the prompt HELP.. I have a quick question: I downloaded the x10a firmware files (Rogers & Generic), which one did you use on your phone? Have you noted anything that I mentioned in my 1st posr above??

Again, Thanks! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Gunny ;)
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] delbuenno:
Mines an X10i, I was originally on Orange Branded 1.6 I then flashed to 2.1 global generic and then to 2.1 uk generic. I would suggest flashing to the global generic 2.1 (for the X10a), inputting the APN settins manually and see if you still have problems.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
Thanks for the reply. I just flashed to World Generic and will need to input the APN's manually. I read on some that the folks with x10a tried the Nordic 2.1 and had better success than with the x10a upgrades. THOUGHTS (Just D/L this)?

Also, is anyone having problems with their phones sync'ing contacts with Gmail? Does anyone know if the contacts stored on the SIM card can be deleted? Can you store over the one saved on the SIM card, or does the SIM card have multiple contact saves? Was going to empty the contacts and try a save an empty contacts folder to the SIM card, hopefully overriding the file currently there. Please advise...

Thanks folks! :)
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Tony_C:
You can save some time next go-around, try APN_Backup_and_Restore - no more manual input.

Have you checked that under sync, contacts is checked?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
YES, however, I just decided to deleted all of the contacts off the phone (SIM card stated there were 178 contacts, but when I attempted to retrieve them, it would only load in 21), input 1 and then backed up to the SIM card. Now I will start to go step by step to see where the disconnect is. I take it that your contacts are in your gmail account and they are coming to your phone via sync. Is this correct?

I have also open an account at SE and it shows my 1 contact there since I created through them, but when ever I go to their web site and select Contacts I always get an error and never get to actually see them. Is anyone else having trouble here, if so whjat was your fix?

Thanks for the help folks! I will do as you suggest, but I need to get them there first, LOL...
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
I have tried the x10a Global Generic, the x10a Rogers, all flashed ok, but always small problems. Then I Flashed x10i Nordic and everything works as they are suppose to. No more errors in the Sony Ericsson area when I select ATT. Everything just works! Only thing is the phone is ID'd as x10i and there is an "H" over the signal bars instead of "3G". IMO the sms, mms and everything just seems snappier. Of course the CONTACTS are still an issue, but that is it...

Regarding the APN's. Currently there are 2; MEdia Net (Which is selected) and MEdia Net MMS (Not selected). What is the difference between them and which one is better to use? It will allow me to open the 2nd, but it will not let me select it. Only the 1st one is able to be selected. Should I manually input

SO, with all the info provided, what would you do; 1) stay with Nordic even though x10i is indicated, 2) flash to Global and manually input the APN's, 3) or Flash Rogers and manually input the APN's? OR would you manually input one of the ones provided by a GURU (See above abt 3-4 postings). Is there one APN that is better than another? Or does the phone flip flop them as needed? How many APN's can you have in the APN folder?

Again, Thanks for the help folks!!! :)

UPDATE: Here are the APN's provided with their info:

Name: MEdia Net:

APN: wap.cingular

Proxy: wireless.cingular.com

Port: 80

Username: wap@cingulargprs.com

password: field inout is there, but no idea what it is..

MCC: 310

MNC: 410

APN Type: default,supl

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Name: Media Net MMS

APN: wap.cingular

Username: wap@cingulargprs.com

password: field inout is there, but no idea what it is..

MMSC: http://mmsc.cingular.com

MMS proxy: wireless.cingular.com

MMS port: 80

MCC: 310

MNC: 410

APN Type: mms

Thats all that is provided. Thoughts????????????
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Media net is for internet.

Media net MMS is for MMS.

And the password is CINGULAR1
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Tony_C:
Yes, I use gmail sync to get my contacts back. I had some initial problems when I did both a restore and a sync.

I was never satisfied with the SE sync, AT&T had removed it and blocked re-installing.

I can run it with the generic, but always had problems.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
Do you recall what you did to get your Gmail sync working properly???
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] gunny5821:
Hey Batman, are these 2 APN's all that I need? Since I only have the 2 and they both do different things, I guess the phone will automatically switch between them as needed, correct? Also should I add the APN's provided by "delbuenno" in Message #923, on page 93?

Thanks for your help, that goes for everyone, Thank You!
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Che Kirila:
Rooting is the complete control over your device, so everything is counts on you, no warnings even when you go to system areas. As I remember, there is a new market app named vending and looks like it's a regular app, so you don't need rooting to install it - the apk-file is at the forum, so just install it. And there is a special thread where you can find backup of any standard application if you mistakingly removed it. I just read about it and have no idea if there is original market app. But looks like it should.

I think, global world FW is enough to fix all your problems. For now I didn't experienced any problems with this FW yet. So it fix both problems - you'll get apps you don't have for now and it kills all carrier's restrictions. The only thing you need from your carrier is APN settings that can be received through Sony Ericsson service - Settings > Sony Ericsson > Settings download. Of course, there is a risk to brick the phone, but as I know, it is rare and can be fixed with some additional work. I think, it worth to try.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
If you use the media net settings, you need to add both of them to be able to use Internet and MMS. Otherwise you can install the following as your APN, and it will take care of both the internet and MMS. Either one work fine. So either keep the media net you have now, and the phone will take care of the rest, or you can delete the 2 media net settings and install the following single APN that will take care of both internet and MMS. Your call. :)

<name> att

<apn> wap.cingular

<proxy> wireless.cingular.com

<port> 80

<username> not set

<password> not set

<server> not set

<mmsc> http://mmsc.cingular.com

<mms proxy> wireless.cingular.com

<mms port> 80

<mcc> 310

<mnc> 410

<apn type> not set
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Che Kirila:
You can edit your SIM card, I used to buy card reader with this function and cleaned up my contacts there. But why do you use so complicated way to transfer you phonebook? I always use bluetooth (or IR) for this. Of course, it depends on the manufacturer, but with SE and Ericssons I have never had any problems with this - it copies the whole phonebook. The only problem with old phones was one more SIM card since the phones didn't want to turn on without one. Another way is to store phonebook at the computer, usually in MS Outlook. It is a pretty good backup and doesn't require any Internet connection. But maybe I'd try Google account too - as a remote backup.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Che Kirila:
Here should be original market app: 2.1 System Apps - In Case You've Deleted Them...
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Tony_C:
This is what worked for me:

Setup WiFi

Then settings:

Accounts and sync

Select Auto-sync

Add account for Google, if not there

Setup your google account, name and password, at this point under manage accounts your google ID should show and "sync is ON"

Under manage accounts, select google make sure Sync contacts is checked.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] albiore:
I need a piece of advice. I just got an xperia x10 from AT&T and I want to update it to 2.1 but I see that there is a GUI and a non GUI tool. I have seen posts saying that the GUI tool does not have the firmware folder (or it is missing)... so, many have used the non gui instead... does it mean that the GUI tool is unusable because of this or I just have to add this folder and put the generic firmware in? ANother thing is that I have windows 7 64bits and the GUI tool is supposed to accept windows 7 without problems but I am afraid of using the GUI tool and screwing my phone up because of this missing folder. Thanks in advance for your help.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
I used the non-GUI version to flash my AT&T X10a. It worked perfectly fine. A few things to keep in mind:

1. You at least have to run SEUS or PC companion once to install the proper drivers. They should not be running when you are using the flash tool.

2. Make sure you turn off any anti-virus program, specially Kaspersky.

I too have win7 64-bit and it worked fine with no problem.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] albiore:
Thanks. I'll try non GUI tonight... I hope everything goes fine.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] sky5725:
Thanks so much! It was such an easy process. Plus, it was so quick, it took me less than 10 minutes! <3
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] nira007pwnz:
All of it worked fine... But during the flashing it just stopped at "Flashing system.sin ... "

Please reply quickly because I don't know whether I should close it, unplug my cell phone, or just wait (I already waited like 10 minutes)
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] nira007pwnz:
:O

not sure completely (complete noob here sorry)

but ya 3g wont work for me. do you know what i have to do?

headphones work fine.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] nira007pwnz:
Hi. Thanks for the update! Just one problem. A big one :(

I couldn't update with either of the update services or the on-phone updater, so I used this method. It worked fine; I got 2.1

I had a USA X10a ATT branded...

Now it just says "X10a" on the model info.

Unfortunately, 3g wont work. Is there something I need to set up? I honestly didn't know this would happen... Is it supposed to? Any help greatly appreciated! dafjdsifahgsdfh
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] Tony_C:
You also need to set up the APN

AT&T

<name> AT&T

<apn> wap.cingular

<proxy> wireless.cingular.com

<port> 80

<username> not set

<password> not set

<server> not set

<mmsc> http://mmsc.cingular.com

<mms proxy> wireless.cingular.com

<mms port> 80

<mcc> 310

<mnc> 410

<apn type> not set

Use app APN Backup and Restore for future.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] tat2messiah:
Just a lil info I have world generic and rooted if you go menu settings and click sony ericsson with wifi off it wil auto load yiur apn's I also have the x10a
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] reista:
Just installed. Used Windows 7 64-bit

Worked perfectly

Generic installed, removed all the crap branding and apps that ATT had (i assume Rogers is just that.) Glad to have Moxier. Great job by all who are involved- thanks.

Cant wait for the 2.2 to be stable! Adobe Flash 10.1 on a smartphone would be sweet.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] bama1965:
Worked beautifully on a 10a ATT. Flashed and rooted.

Now I have 2.1 and don't have to wait for Att's slow a$$.

Thanks!!!!!!
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] JaredP:
Everything worked great for me. AT&T APN loaded automatically. I have an H instead of 3G and have enjoyed the upgrade.

I have a question though that I can't find any answers for. Looking at my mobile settings I discovered my operator is AT&T MicroCell. There is a choice for AT&T connection but I get a SIM incompatibility error when I try it. I'm not too concerned since my connection is working pretty well. I have tried redoing my APN a number of ways but still get the error. Should I just let it go? Incidentally I don't own a MicroCell, so I'm sure I am getting a real 3G, or H connection.

Thanks
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Maybe this will help you understand what a microcell is.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] JaredP:
Thanks for your fast response. That is exactly what I thought it was. That's also the reason I brought it up. Google searches only show how to set a MicroCell up. I don't have one and don't intend to get one. I appear to be on AT&T's network in all but name.

To further clarify, in About->Status it shows AT&T. In Wireless & network settings->Mobile networks->Network operators I have two options: AT&T MicroCell (checked) and AT&T (throws an error if I try to connect).
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] abytom:
Worked just great!

Installed x10a_world_generic on my att x10a, using the non-gui version on Windows 7 64-bit.

Flashing worked perfectly on first attempt, and everything works great in the 2.1 firmware.

Kudos to Bin4ry & the team involved on an excellent & through job! Well done, thank you!!!

Question - now that I've debranded to generic x10a, when/how will I receive future updates? From SEUS / PC Companion?

SE website shows a post-2.1 update (2.0.2.A.0.24) released last week, but SEUS says I have the latest software.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] drunken_m:
Hi!

I'm guessing you won't get the updates through SEUS/PCC anymore. At least that's the case for me. If you want the new firmware update, look here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=885956
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] x10iadhik:
help me.

please help. my phone wont go to flash mode. this is what i did:

1.press back and plug it on the computer so that x10 flash tool can read it. then the green light shuts off and sony ericsson logo comes out.

2. tried to download the USBFlash_driver but don't know what i will do with it.

3. tried to put in another USB port but still it won't work.

please help me just want the .sin files on my phone so i can have baseband 2.0.49
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Watch this tutorial.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] abytom:
Thank you!

This would mean, in effect, that the generic 2.1 firmware provided in this thread was really an unofficial/unsupported version?

I'm wondering if it's only a matter of timing, maybe SE hasn't released the new update for x10a generic as yet (I see several blog posts @ xperiax10.net saying the same) .... will wait a bit longer and see, I'd rather get the stock SE version rather than the modified (rooted) version from the link.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] kopeko:
I cant extract X10Flash-2.1 = ='
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] kopeko:
it says " Unable to download X10Flash-2.1.zip from www.stud.uni-due.de

the connection with the server was reset

-0- wht can i do ?!?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] drunken_m:
Hi!

I stand corrected... Sorry for the misinformation before. I updated my phone 2 days ago and as soon as I plugged in my .504-NORDIC PC Companion started and said that there is a new firmware version available. So, you GET the new firmware updates.

But! If you still want root and JIT use zdzihu's Version of the .24 firmware, because there is no known method until now to root the new version. zdzihu's comes pre-rooted.

All the firmware in this post are Official SE Firmware, supported by SE. Of course, only as long as you don't root it, or install something they don't like (like xRecovery or JIT ;)).

AFAIK X10a was always a little behind on updates, but the X10i firmware works just as well. The only drawback I've seen reading the forum is - for most people - that you have to enter your APN manually. But look around, there are plenty of posts discussing X10i Firmware on X10a Phone.

Oh, and Happy New Year! :D
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Nothing for the X10a's yet.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] manajui:
Question please

I flashed to 2.1 world generic. Then I updated through SEUS the latest update that has no root. If I need root how could I get it. Should I flash to original 2.1 then flash again using the rooted version?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Yes........
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] ghostriderz85:
After using this method, i can normally update my x10a via seus for future updates and i have no longer have to wait at&t to release their updates right? Or am i wrong?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
You are correct.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] li2le:
I finally did it. Thanks
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] blckrex:
so can i update to 2.1 if i have 1.6, im tired of waiting for att to final release this, people i need help and options
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] blckrex:
and if i could update what firmware would i use
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Yes.

Go here and flash the X10a world generic.

It is useful to watch this tutorial on YouTube.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] abytom:
Hi!

Thank you for the excellent clarification, good to know that I'll get the new firmware updates when x10a catches up at some point!

Is the "x10a GENERIC" firmware posted here essentially the same as the "X10a_2_0_A_0_504_GLOBAL" firmware in the link you provided?

I assume it is, just making sure.

Happy New Year to you too :)

It sure has been a sweet start to my year, I love the 2.1 upgrade and can't have enough of playing with my x10! Simply blown away with the depth of android apps, and the beauty of the x10 - Android rocks! :D

(sorry, I'm a bit overenthusiastic & in awe of my first android & first SE device!)

Can't wait to see what froyo does.

So it's not just me ... thank you for confirming!
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] drunken_m:
Hi!

I have no idea, but I'm guessing also, that they're the same. The only way to be sure to download both and compare them (with md5sum or byte-by-byte).
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
Yes, it is.
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] khoidinh:
Hi, if we root to X10a, can we insert T-Mobile sim or other carriers?
[XPERIA X10 Android Development] batman_112:
No. Go here and read carefully.