NOTE
SOON I WILL BE ADDING MORE TUTORIALS NOT JUST FROM ME, I WILL MAKE IT A COLLECTION OF THE BEST RESOURCES FOR XPERIA PLAY
To help newbies out i have decided to post this thread, It is a collection of all my tutorials which i have created for XDA.
My Tutorials
If images above don't work here is a list of tutorials
How to Flash a FTF file with Flashtool!
Rooting The Xperia Play (Below .62 Only) with Locked Bootloader
How to Unlock the Boot-Loader of a Unbranded Xperia Play (R800i)
How To Root Any Firmware (Unlocked Boot-loader)
Installing Custom Rom/Kernel Xperia 2011
Xperia Play MultiBoot Guide!
Unlock Bootloader VIDEO TUTORIAL
Request A Tutorial
where's your tutorial for making friends and influenceing people?
All kidding aside good stuff
swebosdev said:
where's your tutorial for making friends and influenceing people?
All kidding aside good stuff
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Lol
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If you would like to see a tutorial created for something then reply with what you want or pm me on here or my site
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nice thread
fma965 said:
If you would like to see a tutorial created for something then reply with what you want or pm me on here or my site
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Nice thread :good:
I have already done it myself, but possibly you could include a tutorial of how to unlock bootloaders while retaining DRM functionality? I think a lot of users would find this useful
EeJay said:
Nice thread :good:
I have already done it myself, but possibly you could include a tutorial of how to unlock bootloaders while retaining DRM functionality? I think a lot of users would find this useful
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you cant do that for free can you? also why does DRM matter the main reason it mattered to me was track id but now you can just use the new track id without DRM
Oh right, I wasn't aware that you didn't need it for the new trackid.. Don't you need it for facebook inside?
And I did it for free, but it was ages ago now, there was a tutorial posted somewhere on the web, I tried looking for it after my previous post but can't find it now
I just thought it would be a nice addition but oh well
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EeJay said:
Oh right, I wasn't aware that you didn't need it for the new trackid.. Don't you need it for facebook inside?
And I did it for free, but it was ages ago now, there was a tutorial posted somewhere on the web, I tried looking for it after my previous post but can't find it now
I just thought it would be a nice addition but oh well
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ok cool, nice suggestion however sort of busy and dont feel this would be usefull any more, people feel free to post if u disagree with me
Tutorial Help
Hello,
I was reading through the tutorial for Unlocking the Bootloader of my Xperia Play R800i, however when I go to connect my phone and hold the search button, my computer makes a connecting noise, however no window pops up asking about drivers. Am I supposed to hold the search button before plugging, or after? The blue LED turns on, however I can't find where the drivers would be.
Thanks for the tutorials
Thanks for this thread. Quite helpful for me.
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PortalPerson said:
Hello,
I was reading through the tutorial for Unlocking the Bootloader of my Xperia Play R800i, however when I go to connect my phone and hold the search button, my computer makes a connecting noise, however no window pops up asking about drivers. Am I supposed to hold the search button before plugging, or after? The blue LED turns on, however I can't find where the drivers would be.
Thanks for the tutorials
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go to device manager on your pc
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PortalPerson said:
Hello,
I was reading through the tutorial for Unlocking the Bootloader of my Xperia Play R800i, however when I go to connect my phone and hold the search button, my computer makes a connecting noise, however no window pops up asking about drivers. Am I supposed to hold the search button before plugging, or after? The blue LED turns on, however I can't find where the drivers would be.
Thanks for the tutorials
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UndisputedGuy said:
Thanks for this thread. Quite helpful for me.
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sorry apparently missed this thread ageas ago, uh follow the updated instructions in the xda version of the unlock bootloader thread, and undisputedguy thanks.
Bump:
Fixed most links
Added More Tutorials
Xperia Play MultiBoot Guide!
and
Installing Custom Rom/Kernel Xperia 2011
How would i go about getting this stickied? think it's useful to noobs.
Added:
Unlock Bootloader VIDEO TUTORIAL
OP Updated!
Post Stickied
Big Help
i recently got a xperia play and this thread helped a lot... thank you...:highfive:
Much appreciated, thanks!
velan1 said:
i recently got a xperia play and this thread helped a lot... thank you...:highfive:
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Mert-K said:
Much appreciated, thanks!
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Thanks for the support, Sorry late reply, Been busy with irl stuff.
great thread..i will add a special note to this on xperia play index.:good:
OK thanks
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Related
Why cant we have some application to capture mobile screen shot??
We have an option in Home++ launcher!!
Is there any way to bring this into DEVs notice..
You can use MyPhoneExplorer to capture screenshots. This is certainly not a dev related topic.
http://www.adakoda.com/adakoda/android/asm/
Couldn't be any more straightforward, though I think he means taking Screenshots in-app, on the phone.
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You can use MyPhoneExplorer to capture screenshots. This is certainly not a dev related topic.
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cm'on man for that I need to connect via USB, wat the benefit?? We need an genuine app?? Please suggest how to bring this to DEVs notice..
Regii said:
http://www.adakoda.com/adakoda/android/asm/
Couldn't be any more straightforward, though I think he means taking Screenshots in-app, on the phone.
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ASM need SDK ......capture screenshots by PC or Laptop
this is the only way I can capture screenshots
Common guys all above ways are known, my point is:
Is it not possible to develop an app which can take screen shot (without Root)??
If YES, how to approach DEVs on this??
xperiax10.awesome said:
Common guys all above ways are known, my point is:
Is it not possible to develop an app which can take screen shot (without Root)??
If YES, how to approach DEVs on this??
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It is possible but only with android 2.3.3. Google put a API for taking screenshots for it. right now it's not possible for the arc.
commodoor said:
It is possible but only with android 2.3.3. Google put a API for taking screenshots for it. right now it's not possible for the arc.
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Cooooool... looking forward to the 2.3.3 upgrade then!
commodoor said:
It is possible but only with android 2.3.3. Google put a API for taking screenshots for it. right now it's not possible for the arc.
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Now we have 2.3.3, how & which API to use for taking screenshots???
Guys anyone knw this!!!!!!!!
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Answer by Romain Guy: It can't be done
http://stackoverflow.com/questions/5161544/how-to-take-screenshots-in-android-2-3-3-without-root
Still no app in market to capture screens without Root!!!
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xperiax10.awesome said:
Guys anyone knw this!!!!!!!!
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You have to root your phone and then have a chance to brick it
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it's highly unlikely that you'd brick your phone after rooting.. it's only really a problem if you start flashing custom kernels or boot images.. even flashing a broken ROM won't brick it if your Boot image is untouched.
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it's highly unlikely that you'd brick your phone after rooting.. it's only really a problem if you start flashing custom kernels or boot images.. even flashing a broken ROM won't brick it if your Boot image is untouched.
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Sorry my bad but I know that some people that don't know about rooting go over board and brick there phones? My point is if its not broke don't try to fix it?
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Now we have 2.3.3, how & which API to use for taking screenshots???
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Read he said its NOT POSSIBLE FOR NOW
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Just wondering why SE didn't implement that feature right from the start? Almost every other new device has something like "press home + back button to take a Screenshot"
mikesarc said:
You have to root your phone and then have a chance to brick it
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I'm a noob to android,converted from IOS..followed the steps from this forum,now I'm on 2.3.3 rooted and bootlocked still...no problem whatsoever of bricking..
Thanks guys!
No Root Screenshot It
Guys, anyone tried this? Its available in market but not free..can anyone confirm if its wrking perfectly fine!!
from Xperia Arc 2.3.3 (still not rooted)
For that we need to connect to USB and enable USB Debugging it's a pain
Please post all original ringtones
Did you even consider to hit the search button ('arc ringtones') before making a new post?
This would have been your first result:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1006225
Plz....use search to keep the forums a bit clean tx!
Sorry, thanks...
Nirak said:
Did you even consider to hit the search button ('arc ringtones') before making a new post?
This would have been your first result:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1006225
Plz....use search to keep the forums a bit clean tx!
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+1 thanks
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Taken down due to XDA staff request.
Check my website if you really need it.
Very nice initiative blagus. Good work (assuming you're a part of the crew )
I just hope BL thing comes up soon!
Neo said:
Very nice initiative blagus. Good work (assuming you're a part of the crew )
I just hope BL thing comes up soon!
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Hi. Yes, BL "unlock" can be done easily. Expect more info soon.
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I thought the_laser released a free unlock tool?
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I thought the_laser released a free unlock tool?
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yeah I thought he unlocked bootloader, brought world peace and made rainbows everytime he took a crap but I'm yet to see any of those either... the_laser is a lie
Guys font jump conclusions we Will know more details once its out .
@blagus: Good to hear mate.You rock.I just hope this thing is free for everyone .Thanks for everything youve done for xperias
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i remember quite some time ago you said you'll release it for free...
a2ha said:
i remember quite some time ago you said you'll release it for free...
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who said what?
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i can't find that thread now because of the stupid search system here...
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i can't find that thread now because of the stupid search system here...
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I never said that free unlock/BL unlock will be published. Just mentioned the possibility of either free or paid BL unlock.
However, if you can find and link post where I said that it will be free, I'll happily give rest of 14 unlocks for free
Its XDA not QVC
sell it elsewhere
Hi guys,
I have just bought an atrix, putting customs ROM on isn't that alien to me so i have a little bit experience but I'm a bit confused regarding the atrix.
I have bought it in the UK and its currently locked on orange, things seem geared up for US phones but is it as simple as following this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423
Ultimately i want to unlock, root and install an ICS rom.
Any tips of things to NOT do would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
admanirv said:
Hi guys,
I have just bought an atrix, putting customs ROM on isn't that alien to me so i have a little bit experience but I'm a bit confused regarding the atrix.
I have bought it in the UK and its currently locked on orange, things seem geared up for US phones but is it as simple as following this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423
Ultimately i want to unlock, root and install an ICS rom.
Any tips of things to NOT do would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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We have MANY threads regarding how to do all you are looking to do, I recommend reading those.
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msd24200 said:
We have MANY threads regarding how to do all you are looking to do, I recommend reading those.
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what he said.
and, not to focus on you or anything, but it seems like nobody does any research anymore.
it's like everyone just wants someone to tell them exactly what to do.
it's freaking irritating, really.
admanirv said:
Hi guys,
I have just bought an atrix, putting customs ROM on isn't that alien to me so i have a little bit experience but I'm a bit confused regarding the atrix.
I have bought it in the UK and its currently locked on orange, things seem geared up for US phones but is it as simple as following this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423
Ultimately i want to unlock, root and install an ICS rom.
Any tips of things to NOT do would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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Use your brain, if you dont have a brain, use search button.
If you can't find anything useful, go to shop and buy Nokia 3310
msd24200 said:
We have MANY threads regarding how to do all you are looking to do, I recommend reading those.
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Then read them a second and third time before attempting anything!
ifalldownalot said:
what he said.
and, not to focus on you or anything, but it seems like nobody does any research anymore.
it's like everyone just wants someone to tell them exactly what to do.
it's freaking irritating, really.
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CaelanT said:
Then read them a second and third time before attempting anything!
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sense your a "newbie" you should for sure read the entire noob guide for the atrix, it will tell you everything you need to know to do anything on the atrix or well at least it is a great starting point!
found HERE!
Hi everybody!
I was inspired by this post, so I just put some line together and created this page:
http://scavenger.ch/sonyupdate
What it does is simply check against http://fuas.sonymobile.com and retrieve the latest firmware version for your mobile phone (both C6602 and C6603).
You have to insert your own customization id/number to check if there's a new firmware available for you.
This page can be bookmarked with your own model and custom number.
Tell me if you like it.
not bad
Add a better design and make it more user attractive.
Thanks for this. Much more convenient than having to start my PC up to check.
sosoro said:
Add a better design and make it more user attractive.
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Really? How long are you spending looking at this? It does the job just fine. No need for prettying it up IMO.
Anyway, how about you code and design a 'better and more user attractive' site?
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Looks great, works fine. Doesn't need to look pretty, it does the job.
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Thanks, but what's the advantage of this instead of just bookmarking the URL to the XML file with the latest firmware version?
kingvortex said:
Thanks for this. Much more convenient than having to start my PC up to check.
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You could already have used the URL from this post, which was also used to create this web check
Apollo89 said:
Thanks, but what's the advantage of this instead of just bookmarking the URL to the XML file with the latest firmware version?
You could already have used the URL from this post, which was also used to create this web check
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Perhaps, but I didn't know the URL was in that thread, whereas the title of this thread made me read it and use the small tool the OP had created.
Don't worry anyway man, credit was given in the OP and there's plenty of thanks to go around. It's not a competition
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Can you make it work for ZL?
DoubleYouPee said:
Can you make it work for ZL?
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I can create the update check URL for Xperia ZL if you provide:
- screenshot of the 'Software info' screen in your service menu.
- first 8 digits of your IMEI number
Apollo89 said:
Thanks, but what's the advantage of this instead of just bookmarking the URL to the XML file with the latest firmware version?
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It's just easier to read.
Apollo89 said:
You could already have used the URL from this post, which was also used to create this web check
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Without your post, this little web page could not exist. I've cited and linked your post in my first post. If this does annoy you in any way, just tell me and I'll bring it down ASAP.
pascalbrax said:
It's just easier to read.
Without your post, this little web page could not exist. I've cited and linked your post in my first post. If this does annoy you in any way, just tell me and I'll bring it down ASAP.
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Of course it does not annoy me
I'm happy that my posts are useful to other people and that it allows them to create things like this.
Thanks also for linking to my original thread.
One suggestion: since your web check only works for Xperia Z (C6602 and C6603) anyway, maybe you can even replace the 'Model' text field by two radio buttons (one for C6602 and one for C6603)
Edit: WOW! That was fast :laugh:
Apollo89 said:
Of course it does not annoy me
I'm happy that my posts are useful to other people and that it allows them to create things like this.
Thanks also for linking to my original thread.
One suggestion: since your web check only works for Xperia Z (C6602 and C6603) anyway, maybe you can even replace the 'Model' text field by two radio buttons (one for C6602 and one for C6603)
Edit: WOW! That was fast :laugh:
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Thank you for your approval and your suggestion!
By the way, if you can generate an URL for the ZL, I can add it to this page too.
P.S. you should check the page source...
pascalbrax said:
Thank you for your approval and your suggestion!
By the way, if you can generate an URL for the ZL, I can add it to this page too.
P.S. you should check the page source...
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Code:
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Based on Apollo89's work on XDA Developers Forum
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2315914
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LOL! Thanks
I will generate the URL for Xperia ZL if someone provides me with:
- a screenshot of the 'Software info' screen in the service menu
- first 8 digits of the IMEI number
I need this for each model of Xperia ZL (C6502, C6503, C6506).
didn't list the firmware when I put my custom number in.
simbawimba said:
didn't list the firmware when I put my custom number in.
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Would it be possible to post a screenshot of the 'Software info' screen in your service menu?
here you go
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simbawimba said:
didn't list the firmware when I put my custom number in.
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simbawimba said:
here you go
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You have the same customisation number as me. Works fine here -
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weird, maybe a cross-browser issue as I'm running Opera.
simbawimba said:
weird, maybe a cross-browser issue as I'm running Opera.
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On your phone? Just tried Opera and it seems to work OK-
Can't imagine why it wouldn't work for you. Strange
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nope, on my desktop.