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[Q] Xperia X8 problem

Hi Genius,
need a help a from you all,
Recently i have update my phone to android 2.2.1
it's running fine.
then i try to use cm7.85 unfortunately
my phone didn't work.
when i on it, it will hang when the Sony Ericsson word appear
in the screen.
then i cant do anything.
i try to go back to xrecovery mood by pressing the back key
but nothing was done.
to off the phone i need to take out the batery...
pls help.

have you done a full wipe after flashing cm7?..and if you cannot go into xrecovery,flash your phone using seus.

have you done a full wipe after flashing cm7?..and if you cannot go into xrecovery,flash your phone using seus.
No i didnt do a full wipe..
i try to flash using seus..
but it just come saai my phone is up to date then there is no column to reinstall..
pls help me

kris010976 said:
have you done a full wipe after flashing cm7?..and if you cannot go into xrecovery,flash your phone using seus.
No i didnt do a full wipe..
i try to flash using seus..
but it just come saai my phone is up to date then there is no column to reinstall..
pls help me
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thats the problem i think..looks like you learn it the hard way....next time full wipe after flashing a new rom except if your updating the same rom...try again with seus..and if cannot,use the flash tool..

how to flash tool to install rom.
thanks in advance

since you are new,im goin to tell you nicely,before asking anything,use the seach option first
and about your phone,read here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1011071

kris010976 said:
how to flash tool to install rom.
thanks in advance
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here you go. Quoted from Graveir post here. credits to him
2. Flashtool
Flashtool is a software developed for Xperia X10, with later added functionality for our precious X8.
It comes in handy when two things happen: we cannot, for whatever reason, enter xRecovery and we don't want to/cannot use SEUS or PCC.
How to use?
1. Download latest version from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
2. Download ROM image, whichever you prefer:
X8 Shakira E15i_2.1.1.A.0.6_generic.ftf
X8_1.6_clear.ftf
X8_2.0.2_China.ftf
SE x8_2.1_rus.ftf
3. Download the baseband if you want to flash it (custom ROMs like miniCM or CM7 require baseband ending with "15" in order for app2sd to work):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=976538
4. Place ftf file in /firmwares directory of your flashtool.
5. Install drivers from /drivers directory (if your antivirus doesn't like them, disable the antivirus )
6. Prepare yourself - plug the USB cable to the computer (NOT TO THE DEVICE YET) and launch flasher.
7. Click "flash", choose your ROM from the list, wait for instructions.
8. When the instruction pops up, press and hold "back" button on your X8 and plug the cable into it. Keep holding untill you see that flashing of files has begun, then you may release it.
9. Flashing will take a while, you may observe the progress on a bottom bar. When it's finished you will be asked to plug off your device and reboot it.
10. Tadam! It's functional again!
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Clean installation which you may screw up again
11. If you wish to change baseband, clean firmware directory in flashtool and place baseband ftf file in it, then go through flashing procedure again.
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Hi Thanks to both of you...
i will try to using the flash tool.
anything i will let you all know...
thanks a lot in your's help...really appreciate it..

[WIFI Only] [How-to] GT-P1010 Gingerbread Update

I know a lot of people are going to have problems updating to the latest gingerbread build.
PLEASE NOTE: This update will remove root but you can root again with CF-Root from second post.
ALSO, THIS PROCESS WILL WIPE DEVICE!
1) Put your P1010 into download mode (by holding POWER and VOL-DOWN):
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
2)I went ahead and used ODIN tool to downgrade/upgrade to the latest FROYO firmware before Gingerbread:
P1010XWKC1_OXX
(OEM Flash Guide here)
You should have the same tick marks and files loaded as in my screenshot. Be sure that the box is yellow on the right and you can initiate the firmware install by clicking 'Start'.
3) (VARIES) From there, after restart some people will experience a force close followed by a reboot loop. You will need to flash this kernel via ODIN:
P1010ZHKF1-kernel
(Flash this the same way as above but UNCHECK Re-Partition and CSC!)
4) You will then be able to boot into Froyo.
5) You will use ODIN again to install the Gingerbread update and flash just the PDA (leave CSC blank and leave Re-partition unchecked this time).
P1010XEUKPG
(Flash this the same way you flashed the Kernel in step #2)
6) After it reboots, you will have 2.3.6
7) (Optional) steps in post #2 to install CWM Recovery and Root.

I recommend installing CWM Recovery and CFRoot in the thread below:
ClockWorkMod Recovery for P1010
After you install CWM Recovery, you can do a nandroid backup and never worry about brick again! (=
Also, you can use ES Explorer to mount root and get rid of the Samsung bloatware (AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!)

For those wanting to remove the bloatware (AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!):
You can remove the bloatware with ES Explorer, there's an option to enable 'Root Explorer'. Download the latest version from the Market.
See below:
screenshots are from my Galaxy Nexus but it's the same for any Android 2.2+.
1) Go to the 'Settings' screen
2) Change home directory to '/'
3) Tick the 2 marks on the bottom
4) Browse to /system/app
5) Delete whichever app you don't want, but do it with caution (I usually move these files to /sdcard and move back if it causes any type of force close)
If you totally borked out the system in such a way that you can't boot, you can always move it back in recovery via ADB (much more complicated process but it's possible).
Also, why not do a nandroid backup before messing with deep system files?

Nice! Great topic.

Updated op! =)

this is the best christmas present so far.
edit: worked, almost. thanks ! rooted flashing Skin1980-CF-ROOT-P1010-BETA.tar .
skype isn't using the front camera. =s

Is this for any p1010? Will this work for us models?
Sent from my HTC Flyer P510e using XDA App

r_3 said:
Is this for any p1010? Will this work for us models?
Sent from my HTC Flyer P510e using XDA App
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It's THE EU ROM but it works with my US P1010.

No restart issues?

r_3 said:
No restart issues?
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If you followed those steps, the ROM runs stable without any FC's or reboots. I even have setCPU installed on mine.
Also, it's good to note that I'm running CF-Root kernel from the thread in 2nd post.
Plus, you could always downgrade if you run into issues. Just remember to always BACKUP YOUR DATA!

nice!
wow this is good news! does this modded skype work on this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16889575&postcount=1262
or
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20697907&postcount=1640
?
I cant try it now as I'm not home. I hope someone could try as so I won't have to think about it until I get home..

@blue_algae: neither the front or the back camera works. tried v11 and v12. so far no luck

densets said:
@blue_algae: neither the front or the back camera works. tried v11 and v12. so far no luck
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Could you attach the logcat here? or if you could send it directly to theos0o, that'll be great. he's the modder of the skype apps I pasted above.
could you also try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1153285 this works for me using froyo.

im getting excited about this.. is it really for the p1010 wifi only device? because from what i can see in this subforum is the devs working on the p1000 only. another thing, please don't tell me this is an official update. i don't think the bad sammy will update this little tab.

Depending on where you are freon yes it its the official ireland uk update and makes massive difference as well
Much better tab.
Sent from my GT-P1010 using Tapatalk

skype is working
@densets, skype is working for both skype mods I posted earlier. you just need to enable 'use valid preview'. for droidrx's version, set the app to 'crop' so your video is centered.

phew.. relieved by this news, nevermind if it is not going to be released here in malaysia, at least i can still skype with my family w/o much trouble into getting the ffc to work.

urra901109 said:
phew.. relieved by this news, nevermind if it is not going to be released here in malaysia, at least i can still skype with my family w/o much trouble into getting the ffc to work.
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hmm, if you are still in froyo, you can use ffc on skype: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1153285
just rotate the camera and try out different settings.

sorry for the newbie question, but what's the password for the 2.3.3 file from sammobile?
edit: already found it, my bad

Interestingly, I've followed the guide exactly as mentioned above (had KC1 and the HK kernel from previous flashing) and flashed the PDA for XEU 2.3 from Sammobile, and I'm now stuck in an eternal bootloop. I like the new samsung boot music though, better than the previous one
Any suggestions?
Edit: I wiped data and cache from recovery, flashed KC1 and the Kernel and it boots fine. Checked Kies to be sure and it's offering me FW upgrade to KM2. Should I accept this FW upgrade or just persevere with flashing the new 2.3 firmware?

[Guide] How to use Flashtool

Hi everybody welcome to my tutorial about Flashing with Flashtool. This thread is for those who want to reflash their device back to Sony Stock. See below for last details about this thread and the last build by Sony.
Note: I DO NOT OWN THIS DEVICE ANYMORE. PICTURES ARE REMOVED FROM MY DROPBOX AND THUS NOT VISEBLE. FOR NOW JUST RELY ON THE EXPLANATION PLEASE. ANY QUESTION CAN BE ASKED HERE. I DO NOT RESPOND TO TECHMAIL!
Created: 23-02-2014
Updated: 05-07-2014
Latest Android build released by Sony: 12.1.A.1.205
Let's begin shall we.. We shall!
First you need to download the correct ftf file for your device/operator or needs. This can be done here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311964 In there you can share and download firmware files in .ftf format..
You alsol need a program called Flashtool. You can download this here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
For Windows 8 and 8.1 users I also recommend you to read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095087 Microsoft has enhanced the security in Windows 8/8.1 and Windows won't install proper signed drivers.
When you are done with that you need to move your downloaded firmware file to the proper location for flashtool to be found:
C:\Flashtool\Firmwares
After that you are good to go, just remember the following:
Bootloader locked? If not you wont have BE2/OTA/PCC etc (for unlocking and relocking: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354721 )
I've made backups of my important files that are stored on my phone?
Battery at atleast 50%?
I have patience?
I got something to do meanwhile?
The last two things are very important
Let's get started:
1: Open Flashtool:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Flashtool(.exe) for 32Bits systems and Flashtool64(.exe) for 64Bits systems
2: Press the Lightningbolt picture and select Flashmode
This will give another screen.
3: Select the downloaded ftf. (In this case 2.254)
Make sure that all the wipes are checked and the others are unchecked. This is to prevent any bootloops or other problems after downgrading.
4: Press Flash and the next two lines will be added to the flashtool log
The files are being prepared and checked. Have a bit of patience please.
5: Turn off your phone and turn it back on into Flashmode
After this the process will start.
After flashing you can disconnect your phone and boot it up.
Via Flashtool you can also reset your system after. For example:
You are running the latest ExistenZe ROM from our beloved Niaboc79 and you want to go back to stock for a reason WITHOUT losing data! Just flash the last Stock ROM and untick the following boxes:
Untick DATA and APPSLOG!! But keep CACHE to wipe the /cache (is the same as a wipe cache via CWM).
FAQ​
- My Phone wont stay into flashmode
> Turn it off, wait a few minutes and turn it back into flashmode
- Flashtool wont recognise my phone
> Make sure you have the proper drivers installed. See C://Flashtool/Drivers
- Flashing failed
> Problem depends on the error code given by Flashtool. Post the problem here and perhaps we can help
- Got a bootloop
> Reflash again
- Even after reflash I got into a bootloop
> Turn off your phone via the small button behind the batterycover and wait a few minutes. Then try again. If that doesnt work you need to flash again.
- Booting takes ages
> This is normal. The entire cache needs to be rebuild. Patience my dear..
- After flashing and booting my phone is laggy.
> Reboot device and wait a bit. The phone needs to fully reset and boot itself. Have some patience dear.
- Do I need to unlock my bootloader to use flashtool
> NO!
- Can I unlock my bootloader with flashtool?
> NO!
- Can I relock my bootloader with flashtool?
> Yes

> Reserved by me

downgrade to root?
first, thanks! Very nice guide. I'm new to the experia world, my previous phone was a Desire S.
I have a question:
I have a problem with all stock roms with the mediaserver process. It is always running while I listen to music (which is a lot of time) and drains a lot of battery (up to 65%). Though I use poweramp player which is totally independent of the process (own library and decoder). On my Desire S on CM11 I don't have the issue this is why I want to move to a custom rom. I'm on 4.3 now (was hoping this would fix the issue) and want to root and full backup with keys for warranty purposes and then move to a custom rom.
Is it right that I have to downgrade first, since there is no root for 4.3 yet? If yes, what ROM? I have a C5303 and don't know what version I had previously. I bought it in Switzerland without SIMlock or any branding. Is there a way I can find out what my previous version was or can I basically just use any generic C5303 version?
Would you recommend 12.0.A.1.284 in order to be able to use DoomLords rootkit: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42701183#post42701183 ?
It's just that I don't know if I ever was on this version, also regarding warranty...
I know, many questions, but I just reached a point where I don't seem to get further without asking. Hope someone can clarify some of them.
Thanks in advance!
EDIT: And also I was wondering: In the picture says flashmode is reached by pressing the back button while connection, but there are softkeys. Is it not done with volume down?

mrjraider said:
Small changes.. @ moderators Is it possible this can become a sticky?
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+1 for a sticky!
Nice done!

TheMorpheus said:
+1 for a sticky!
Nice done!
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after flashing done
i have to turn on phone & make usb debugging & unknown source option check
but whenever i am going to boot it again reboot after colour bootscreen
i had tried number of times flashing again & again
i am attaching my flashtool log file also
Azhar

According to the log you attached everything went fine. So I dont understand the problem.
Perhaps an idea to redownload it? Sometimes it wont work properly because the ftf file is somewhat damaged..

I have to relock the bootloader before restore?
Edit
No, it's not needed!

reflashig stock rom
Thanks for this nice guide. Im having a lot of issues with the 4.3 rom.
I flashed via SUS, editing build.prop to let the phone detect the new version, because my phone is carrier locked, and they didnt released the update yet.
I have a lot of lag, and I must force reset lots of times, so I want to make a clean install, because last time I only updated.
So my question is, if I do a factory reset, my build.prop is going to change to the original file (Orange's rom) or ill keep with my modified file? (Stock center Europe)
What do you recommend to me? If I reflash a stock European ftf via flashtool, I'll have the stock's build.prop, and I'll receive those Ota updates without problem?
Thanks for your work!

No if you have a TA backup you need to reflash your ROM and Restore TA partition

mrjraider said:
No if you have a TA backup you need to reflash your ROM and Restore TA partition
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I don't have the backup, because my phone has the bootloader locked, and the only thing I have done is root and editing build.prop to be able to upgrade to European 4.3. Everything is working for me, track id and BE. (btw I have a backup of my build.prop in the computer)
I only want to do a fresh install of 4.3, not my carriers rom, because is on 4.1.2
So can I reflash any Stock 4.3 rom? The rom has it's own build.prop?
Thanks for your help Mrjraider

diolo said:
I don't have the backup, because my phone has the bootloader locked, and the only thing I have done is root and editing build.prop to be able to upgrade to European 4.3. Everything is working for me, track id and BE. (btw I have a backup of my build.prop in the computer)
I only want to do a fresh install of 4.3, not my carriers rom, because is on 4.1.2
So can I reflash any Stock 4.3 rom? The rom has it's own build.prop?
Thanks for your help Mrjraider
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Yes you can. Simply download the ftf file and follow the steps in the OP

Hi mrjraider,
Many thanks for the guide!
A quick question. I am now in 4.3, bootloader locked. If I downgrade to 4.1.2 (.254 for example) my bootloader is still locked, correct?
Thanks!

Yes

I want to go back to stock from AOSP ROM and I don't know what's the right .ftf file for 12.1.A.0.266 but I think I know the right file for 12.0.A.2.254 (German branded C5303) (I'm from Germany ). If I would flash the 12.0.A.2.254 .ftf file would the Update Center show me the 4.3 OTA update and everything would work like on stock before? And would I lose root even with Voodoo OTA RootKeeper and the option enabled to try keeping Superuser access in SuperSU?

You need to look in the thread I linked to. There you can find many FTF files.

mrjraider said:
You need to look in the thread I linked to. There you can find many FTF files.
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I know I already looked there but I'm not sure which one is right, because I didn't see a generic one for all C5303 and I don't want do have a foreign branding
Edit: found it, sorry
Gesendet von meinem Sony Xperia SP C5303

hey bro, am looking for Sony C5303_12.0.A.2​.254 tft generic global or CE version also UK version ,am unable to find them . I have being searching xda and a found a link that is broken,so please if any one can help.Thanks in advance.:fingers-crossed:

desmond462 said:
hey bro, am looking for Sony C5303_12.0.A.2​.254 tft generic global or CE version also UK version ,am unable to find them . I have being searching xda and a found a link that is broken,so please if any one can help.Thanks in advance.:fingers-crossed:
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Do not ask for ftf files in here. There is a proper thread for this
Normaly I would help but the chances of getting an older update is decreasing every day since the update of Sony has rolled out a few weeks ago

Well done ! Rollback firmware 4.3 to 4.1
Hi guys ! thanks for guide. I got successfull revert my phone from update 266 to 254.

hi sir, i'm on .254 rooted and just want to go back to stock because i want to update it to 4.3, is it the safest way? if so, what will happen to my apps like greenify, Titanium backup, and those apps that was already transferred to sd card? should i have to uninstall these aps? does it have remaining unwiped data to be cleaned if flashing the stock rom?
thank you..

5.1.1 root tips / tutorial?

Hi,
trying to root a phone of a friend, z1 compact.
He has 5.1.1 installed.
Should i wait or root now, because i heard there is a new update for z1compact? Do i need to unlock the bootloader to root it? New version is not stable yet i read and causes bootloops.
What is the easiest way i should root it, step by step?
I am not that experienced with android myself, so any tips are welcome. He just wants his phone rooted to control internet/data access for some apps, and have more control over the apps installed....
Thanks in advance!

m123456789 said:
Hi,
trying to root a phone of a friend, z1 compact.
He has 5.1.1 installed.
Should i wait or root now, because i heard there is a new update for z1compact? Do i need to unlock the bootloader to root it? New version is not stable yet i read and causes bootloops.
What is the easiest way i should root it, step by step?
I am not that experienced with android myself, so any tips are welcome. He just wants his phone rooted to control internet/data access for some apps, and have more control over the apps installed....
Thanks in advance!
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Someone here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/root-14-6-0-368-via-kingroot-t3242735 - says they got kingroot method working on 5.1, but not yet able to switch to SuperSU, (https://www.google.com/url?q=http:/...bskDFQ&usg=AFQjCNEbOT7fDsBIA-flXO3m6zakipqSLw). I haven't heard of that working on 5.1 up till now. Besides that with locked bl, only root is this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...ck-step-step-to-rooted-lollipop-14-6-t3213465.
Doesn't seem to be any reason to wait. The last update is still 5.1, and the last news is that there will be no M for Z1c, - (http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...al/marshmallow-upgrade-z1-z1-compact-t3218903).

levone1 said:
Someone here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/root-14-6-0-368-via-kingroot-t3242735 - says they got kingroot method working on 5.1, but not yet able to switch to SuperSU, (https://www.google.com/url?q=http:/...bskDFQ&usg=AFQjCNEbOT7fDsBIA-flXO3m6zakipqSLw). I haven't heard of that working on 5.1 up till now. Besides that with locked bl, only root is this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...ck-step-step-to-rooted-lollipop-14-6-t3213465.
Doesn't seem to be any reason to wait. The last update is still 5.1, and the last news is that there will be no M for Z1c, - (http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...al/marshmallow-upgrade-z1-z1-compact-t3218903).
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(So i use this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62222794&postcount=37)
So i need to:
1. Somehow downgrade device to stock kitkat (that is 4.4 right?), then root it
2. and then update to 5.1.1 again?
In step 2, would you recommend update to a prerooted version like this one? 14.6.A.1.216 http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...03-14-6-1-216-customized-ce5-central-t3243035

m123456789 said:
(So i use this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62222794&postcount=37)
So i need to:
1. Somehow downgrade device to stock kitkat (that is 4.4 right?), then root it
2. and then update to 5.1.1 again?
In step 2, would you recommend update to a prerooted version like this one? 14.6.A.1.216 http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...03-14-6-1-216-customized-ce5-central-t3243035
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I haven't yet tried .216. Its new as of a couple of days ago. I also haven't yet tried PRFs. I've read a few threads that seem to indicate occasional problems with them. Since I have unlocked bl, I've been able to root the easy way, so I'm not sure what options or limitations there are with that rooting method. From my experience, I would recommend RockZ1 ROM, (.368). It has anything you would want included, and may well update to the new fw anytime soon...

Don't unlock the bootloader many functions will be lost if you are trying to keep the stock rom.
Sent from my C6902 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

The device is now in Boot Loop after trying to go from the 5.1.1 to 4.4.4 using Sony Mobily Flasher and then trying to install 14.4.A.0.157 ...
What did I do wrong, what can i do now?
Thanks for any help

I just turned phone off, loaded 14.4.A.0.157 with Sony Mobile Flasher, plugged in with volume down key. Then it was flashing and finished. Then unplugged and started.
And now it keeps restarting at startup (when the "waves" appear). That's a bootloop right? I turned it off with the small red button now.
I tried flashing again with same method. And it is still bootlooping after it......
Any expert could help? Or is the phone broken forever now

Did you wipe data / cache?

Steffe89 said:
Did you wipe data / cache?
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No, where or how should i do that?
Edit: did some research. Should i have selected something in SonyMobileFlasher?
Because I don't find cache i only have these 2 options:
APPS_LOG
USERDATA
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
http://i.imgur.com/RCJNhRO.jpg

Repair the phone via PC Companion.
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DetmL said:
Repair the phone via PC Companion.
Sent from my C6902 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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PC Companion does not recognize the phone. When i plug it in, it says searching, but then... "no phone connected"
But in windows i see it connected as a drive which i can not use

m123456789 said:
No, where or how should i do that?
Edit: did some research. Should i have selected something in SonyMobileFlasher?
Because I don't find cache i only have these 2 options:
APPS_LOG
USERDATA
http://i.imgur.com/RCJNhRO.jpg
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Yes, check the 2 'wipe' boxes, and flash again. I bet that will do it. The same thing happened to me with . 216

levone1 said:
Yes, check the 2 'wipe' boxes, and flash again. I bet that will do it. The same thing happened to me with . 216
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Just tried with another version. Bootloop aswell. Now i noticed in log, that i should have enabled unknown sources and debugging? But i can't enable it now, because it does not boot.
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - Flashing finished.
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - Please unplug and start your phone
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
Trying your method now, with the 2 wipes selected
Edit: with wipe it now boots. thanks! trying to install .108 now, because other is not rootable.
and after rooting kitkat4.4.4 .108, i try to update to a prerooted 5.1.1

I am on a rooted 4.4.4 .108 now.
How do i proceed?
For example, how can i load this prerooted 5.1.1 http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...03-14-6-1-216-customized-ce5-central-t3243035 ?

m123456789 said:
Just tried with another version. Bootloop aswell. Now i noticed in log, that i should have enabled unknown sources and debugging? But i can't enable it now, because it does not boot.
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - Flashing finished.
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - Please unplug and start your phone
09/000/2015 02:00:46 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
Trying your method now, with the 2 wipes selected
Edit: with wipe it now boots. thanks! trying to install .108 now, because other is not rootable.
and after rooting kitkat4.4.4 .108, i try to update to a prerooted 5.1.1
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The msg about unknown sources, etc. comes after the flash bc now your phone is stock, so by default they're not checked. It wouldn't have flashed if they weren't checked in the first place. You'll probably hit some bumps, but don't give up. There's almost always a fix...

On rooted 4.4.4 with Superuser installed. Then trying to load the prerooted 5.1.1 zip.
So rebooted with volume down and installed the prerooted zip file from SD. With CWRM
Everything seems to work, but at the end of flashing i saw some message like:
"set_perm some changes failed"
Then after restart all apps get optimized and i am on 5.1.1.
However, i think i lost root, also no SuperUser installed? And the Superuser was included in the zip prerooted file.

Don't worry, seems to work fine after installing lockeddualrecovery.
How exactly do i install the
xposed-v75-sdk22-arm.zip ?
thanks in advance

m123456789 said:
I am on a rooted 4.4.4 .108 now.
How do i proceed?
For example, how can i load this prerooted 5.1.1 http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...03-14-6-1-216-customized-ce5-central-t3243035 ?
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It's not worth it to update, believe me

m123456789 said:
Don't worry, seems to work fine after installing lockeddualrecovery.
How exactly do i install the
xposed-v75-sdk22-arm.zip ?
thanks in advance
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Open recovery > select 'install' > choose file. You'll get a long reboot and the whole 'optimizing' thing again.

Yes, after installing xposedv75, it rebooted and loaded addiotional ~+100 apps But it seems to work.
What program would you guys recommend in terms of saving data, restricting internet access of apps (and maybe even ads). And some other for spoofing/restricting requested usage access of certain apps?
(I tried Xprivacy, but it is pretty advanced. It did not seem to block inapp ads or internet access, even when you denied it. Also it only lists apps which are newly installed, not preinstalled ones.
Maybe it is easy but I just didn't understand it yet )

OREO Is Rolling!

Thought I'd just leave that here since this must be the deadest section on all of XDA
Already going out it seems: https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/03/16/android-8-0-oreo-rolling-xperia-xa1-family/
http://www.xperiablog.net/2018/03/16/xperia-xa1-family-gets-android-oreo-update-48-1-a-0-116/

Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?

dancress said:
Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?
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https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/
Emma is the new flashtool :laugh:

karandpr said:
https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/
Emma is the new flashtool :laugh:
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Thanks! Didn't know this works without an account now!

Not in Europe still... awaiting

maclex said:
Not in Europe still... awaiting
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Currently rolling for G3123 (Americas model) and G3125, European model G3121 hasn't gotten it yet

dancress said:
Oh and stupid question by old Sony dog with a few years of straying behind him:
- guess I won't get it OTA with an open bootloader?
- so what do we use to flash these days? Flashtool only works up to the Z Ultra from what, 2013?
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Flashtool is still working for XA1. I already flash Oreo in my G3116, with G3112 Rom

boyrock said:
Flashtool is still working for XA1. I already flash Oreo in my G3116, with G3112 Rom
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You wouldn't have a link to an FTF would you.

dancress said:
You wouldn't have a link to an FTF would you.
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You can make a ftf with XperiFirm on Flashtool. The latest version of Flashtool come with Xperifirm inside, so you can choose the version what you need and create the ftf to flash.

Would it be possible/safe to update the G3221 with a G3223 firmware file?

maya79 said:
Would it be possible/safe to update the G3221 with a G3223 firmware file?
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Take a look, it will probably solve your problem:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page2

boyrock said:
You can make a ftf with XperiFirm on Flashtool. The latest version of Flashtool come with Xperifirm inside, so you can choose the version what you need and create the ftf to flash.
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Thanks man. This actually works (yay!) but it won't flash. Something about a script missing no matter which version I use.
Well. I'll probably survive the few days

So, will Substratum Work on the device with oreo??

dancress said:
Thanks man. This actually works (yay!) but it won't flash. Something about a script missing no matter which version I use.
Well. I'll probably survive the few days
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Before you flash, change the name of file in C:\Users\XXXX\.flashTool\devices\G32XX from 42.0.fsc to 48.1.fsc. When you start the flash, flashtool will ask if you want to use. Answer yes.
Or you can try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
I never used it, so i can't garantee the sucess.
Sorry my bad english.

This is what I'm getting whenever I try to flash any FTF:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
What does this mean? And what can be done about it?
- Bootloader is unlocked of course
- USB Debugging and Unknown Sources are on (is this relevant in Flashmode and/or Fastboot?)

dancress said:
This is what I'm getting whenever I try to flash any FTF:
What does this mean? And what can be done about it?
- Bootloader is unlocked of course
- USB Debugging and Unknown Sources are on (is this relevant in Flashmode and/or Fastboot?)
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This error refers to the flashtool .fsc file.
You can try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page3
In my case, i flashed G3112 in my G3116. At first, flashtool would not allow me because the .fsc file was not compatible with the rom I was using. So I changed the name from 40.0.fsc (first digits of the nougat rom) to 48.1.fsc (from the Oreo rom) in the \ .flashtool\Devices\G31XX folder. When I started the flash, flashtool asked me if I would use the 48.1.fsc file, so I clicked Yes and the flash was started.
I believe you should look for this folder for your device (G32XX) in the \ .flashtool \ Devices directory and make this change in the file.

Finally done. Whew there that was not beginner's work for sure - if you don't know exactly what you're doing, don't do it. Now only 2 things left... is this worth half a day's work (and I have done this about a million times)? And where to find TWRP because life without Magisk sucks donkey balls.
Short version:
- Install the latest Flashtool. Install the drivers in x:\flashtool\drivers. Won't work without them. I didn't find specific drivers for the XA1 so I just checked all of them. ATTENTION: For this to work you'll have to deactivate Windows' Driver Signing. Restart via the start menu and hold SHIFT while doing so. You'll get to the Device Repair options. Go to Advanced, Boot Options, Restart, press 7 for turning off Driver Signing. Then install all the drivers in this package. They're safe, don't worry. DS will be on again when you restart Windows.
- Make an FTF as described upthread (thanks!) or get one, like here. I'm in Austria and the MEA version works for me. Your mileage may vary though.
- Let Flashtool recognize your phone by connection it when booted normally.
- If you get the 'driver too old' alert, go into Windows Device manager. Boot phone into Flashmode. See what's coming up - like SECM Device. Delete it including its files. Go back to the start and reinstall the drivers.
- Now go into C:\Users\xxxxxxx\.flashTool\devices\G31XX and rename it from from 40.0.fsc to 48.1.fsc (thanks @boyrock - I would NOT have thought of that). ATTENTION: While the FTF is 'prepared' aka unpacked, this file might be renamed back to 40.0.fsc. If it does that, just name it back while the preparation is still running in Flashtool.
- Now go and flash normally with Flashtool. You'll get an alert if you want to use that .fsc file - it's a clear YES.
Now it should flash.
I tried a dirty flash at first because I'm lazy. Booted fine for the first time, got a bootloop on the second. So wipe USERDATA in FT. Don't be me, do that whenever you upgrade to a new major version

boyrock said:
Take a look, it will probably solve your problem:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa1-ultra/how-to/8-0-landed-xa1-ultra-t3764066/page2
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I've found that and updated successfully. Thanks.