what if your x8 is basic completely new do you still need to root it so that you can install new android versions?
Yes. The only way to install a new android version without rooting it, would be getting the software update from your service provider/manufacturer (if there is any official update available).
Yes you need to root X8 but it is really easy, there are graphical tools to do it so you just plug it in and click root it basically.
Here is a good howto and the one I followed to do it when I first decided to root X8:
http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/root-sony-ericsson-xperia-x8-with-superoneclick/
Then I would recommend using GingerDX ROM on it which you can get here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1188486
Don't forget you need to install Xrecovery to backup and restore roms to your phone and please make sure to backup your original rom before installing/restoring a new rom.
It is totally worth it as another X8 user. Checkout the Xperia Active Launcher too.
rainmaker25 said:
what if your x8 is basic completely new do you still need to root it so that you can install new android versions?
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yes you need to root your phone first even if you have stock rom 2.1
try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1109563
it's cool!
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This is my first ever post not sure if its in the right place but is it possible in anyway for me to play games through the onlive app on my sony ericsson u20i ? Help would be much appreciated thanks
why not try downloading it and trying a demo? It's free.....
or are you trying to say you've tried and it doesn't work because your android version is too old and the specs of the phone are too poor? If so then you're probably out of luck...
Im trying to say my android version is 2.1 and it requires 2.3 + to download I need to know if rooting my phone and installing a 2.3 gingerbread rom would allow me to do this
wow if there's an update for your phone from 2.1 then why haven't you done it yet?
TurnBOOM said:
Im trying to say my android version is 2.1 and it requires 2.3 + to download I need to know if rooting my phone and installing a 2.3 gingerbread rom would allow me to do this
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If you root and flash a 2.3 rom, then yes, it will work
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So i m new to android phones was using nokia for long time...i just need little help in deciding which custom rom is more stable and latest?like paranoid confused me a bit..and i really like the looks of xperia z rom also....
so need some advice.plzzzzzzz
other things i have on my mind is that i have rooted my phone and i read that one should always made a backup of original rom.How to made that back up ????and lets say if i chose and install a rom like xperia z and then want to shift on paranoid or may be a latest version of any custom rom so then also i can always go back to my old original rom which i backed up??
i guess that can save my warranty or not ???
No warranty, if you unlock bootloader. Going back to stock? Use pc companion repair or .ftf for flashtool.
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For me the most stable and smooth rom is Slim Bean Build 3
For backup try looking in Google for the rom version you have installed in stock
Just got the G2 and im on jelly bean still, should I update to kit kat?
If I update to kitkat whats the best root method and will I be able to use usb tethering and use unlimited data on 4g lte?
if you can link me to the best root and kernel, I want everything off from manufacture apps.
I have checked out the root methods, not sure which one is the best one and 100% stable.
thanks guys
killahax said:
Just got the G2 and im on jelly bean still, should I update to kit kat?
If I update to kitkat whats the best root method and will I be able to use usb tethering and use unlimited data on 4g lte?
if you can link me to the best root and kernel, I want everything off from manufacture apps.
I have checked out the root methods, not sure which one is the best one and 100% stable.
thanks guys
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Hello
1st
This is the best way to root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48709232
iroot 25 will make a backup of your EFS files
After for more secure do this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2451390 it will make flashable zip if u will delete your EFS than just flash it back to normal.(copy to your computer backup.zip)
2nd
This is easy way for a custom recovery ( use Philz Recovery best for 4.4.2 roms ) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2633941
u can flash newest Philz after cause there ver. is 6.19.7 to this one 6.25.4D801 or find your D800,1,2, or other model there http://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition
3d
if u comming from 4.2.2 and like to flash 4.4.2 u need to flash first KK Baseband u can get one here http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=12880 then u can flash any 4.4.2 rom ( DO NOT FORMAT INTERNAL - only system ) like i did before
i like CloudyPro2 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680745
or if u like stock then u can flash CloudyStock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661866
i use this kernel with CloudyPro2 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2707437 but not sure yet how good is that (just flashed today)
i dont know about usb tethering sorry i dont use it
Good Luck and sorry for my grammar if its bad 2nd Language
Awesome thank you,
Hooefully someone has tried teather usb with what you posted
mila4me said:
Hello
1st
This is the best way to root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48709232
iroot 25 will make a backup of your EFS files
After for more secure do this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2451390 it will make flashable zip if u will delete your EFS than just flash it back to normal.(copy to your computer backup.zip)
2nd
This is easy way for a custom recovery ( use Philz Recovery best for 4.4.2 roms ) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2633941
u can flash newest Philz after cause there ver. is 6.19.7 to this one 6.25.4D801 or find your D800,1,2, or other model there http://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition
3d
if u comming from 4.2.2 and like to flash 4.4.2 u need to flash first KK Baseband u can get one here http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=12880 then u can flash any 4.4.2 rom ( DO NOT FORMAT INTERNAL - only system ) like i did before
i like CloudyPro2 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680745
or if u like stock then u can flash CloudyStock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661866
i use this kernel with CloudyPro2 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2707437 but not sure yet how good is that (just flashed today)
i dont know about usb tethering sorry i dont use it
Good Luck and sorry for my grammar if its bad 2nd Language
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Not going to flash, i have the opttion to upgrade from device, will this still work
killahax said:
Not going to flash, i have the opttion to upgrade from device, will this still work
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no. You can't root the kk ota for the tmobile variant yet. If you want kk with root follow the guides given. Enjoy.
Shouldn't this thread be under Q&A?
killahax said:
Not going to flash, i have the opttion to upgrade from device, will this still work
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if u already on 4.4.2 u can go back to 4.2.2 just follow this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2432476
good luck
Dont post questions in Development, all questions belong in Q&A.
Thank You
Hiii....
iam totally new on this device.... I have from my brother to update, but I don't understand to started.
my question is
1. is there a tool to update the firmware of froyo to new version as it is owned by by xperia (flashtool)
2. is phone unlock boatlader? if not how to unlock
3. on xperia device I need falsh kernel first? its same ways for o do that?
hope anyone can help to to figure this.
Regards
Upgrade LG P500 android version.
arc_n_krizt said:
Hiii....
iam totally new on this device.... I have from my brother to update, but I don't understand to started.
my question is
1. is there a tool to update the firmware of froyo to new version as it is owned by by xperia (flashtool)
2. is phone unlock boatlader? if not how to unlock
3. on xperia device I need falsh kernel first? its same ways for o do that?
hope anyone can help to to figure this.
Regards
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official update for lg p500 is GB 2.3.3 it can be updated through pc suite if you want to upgrade to KK or JB you can flash custom roms available on xda. You don't need to unlock bootloader. No, it is inbuilt kernel. If you want to use kitkat you can use cm 11 by mukulsoni :good:
Kalim Siddiqui said:
official update for lg p500 is GB 2.3.3 it can be updated through pc suite if you want to upgrade to KK or JB you can flash custom roms available on xda. You don't need to unlock bootloader. No, it is inbuilt kernel. If you want to use kitkat you can use cm 11 by mukulsoni :good:
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for custom rom do I have to update firmware first or u just flash on CWM recovery??? okay my device still froyo rightnow...
Most of the custom roms released recently will work only with new baseband (i.e. official update to GB 2.3.3 from LG) then root / install recovery / custom rom.
Make sure u do a nandroid backup !
lejukurian said:
Most of the custom roms released recently will work only with new baseband (i.e. official update to GB 2.3.3 from LG) then root / install recovery / custom rom.
Make sure u do a nandroid backup !
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that clearly anser bro. thnak a lot...
I can't open Google now on my P500. Could you help me.
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nguoinoixa_2006 said:
I can't open Google now on my P500. Could you help me.
Sent from my Optimus One using XDA Free mobile app
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Google Now works on my P500h. The only thing that doesn't work is speech recognition. Try clearing data or do a clean flash of the ROM.
_the_lucky_one_ said:
Google Now works on my P500h. The only thing that doesn't work is speech recognition. Try clearing data or do a clean flash of the ROM.
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To install, get rid of the quicksearchbox on /system and side-load Google Search.
May need to set voice speech language to something absurd to avoid FCs on type-in searches.
There is a an Google Now Speech Wrapper app to insert online speech recognition into Google Search. I use Overlays to place its shortcut over the mic icon, look ma, no FC.
Make sure hotword "OK Google" option, if offered, is off.
HI everyone!
I just recently installed V20a lollipop on my phone via LG OTA update, rooted it using 1 click root and installed bootloader using the method found on the MLKernel thread (run batch file > installs chinese recovery > install app to install english philz).
I was wondering, can I flash another kind of 5.0 based ROM on top of what I have now? (rooted stock w/ recovery and custom kernel) or do I have to go through several hoops like bootloader unlock? I know for sure the Optimus G requires an unlocked bootloader (my phone before this).
I was planning on flashing a 5.0 ROM i found on a random site that's built like stock android (i love stock), but I'm not sure if there are any more pre-requisites before flashing.
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Here's the link to the site i found: http://www.unlock-bootloader.info/mp3-0/lg-g-pro-2-6052.html
If it makes any difference, my device is the international D838 16gb version.
Can anyone point me in the right direction? thanks
what kind of rom is this? stock with original lollipop theme?
jabi_james said:
what kind of rom is this? stock with original lollipop theme?
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That is something I do not know and would like to find out, hence the thread.
care to help out a fellow G Pro 2 user?
vangeodee said:
That is something I do not know and would like to find out, hence the thread.
care to help out a fellow G Pro 2 user?
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I do not think its a genuine ROM. Following is the give away:-
In tutorial it says:-
1. Install the ROM Manager on your LG G Pro 2 . Get it from Google Play Store, then install the clockwork mod recovery. You also can use ROM Installer application from JRummy Apps Inc.(Get it from Google Play Store).
ROM Manager is not compatible with GPRO2. You cannot install recovery like that on GPro 2
2. There is no AOSP/AOKP/CM/Google Stock (screenshots are for some CM type ROM) available for our device.
3. The link Tutorial Video : Easy Way To Download ROM mentioned on the page is a video for some survey filling tutorial.
Honestly I did not have the guts to check the download links.
Regards,
Cyrus