Hey Guys,
I'm new to rooting phones so here goes: I have a Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc (LT15i) that comes stock with Android 2.3 GB. Without thinking I would need root access, I did a manual flash to Android ICS 4.0.4. It's working great and everything but now I need to have root access for certain applications that requires it some of which is Avast! Anti-Virus and Firewall.
I have read through some of the forums and it's quite confusing for a first-timer trying to get answers on how to root this phone. As I have come to learn, the version I have is not rootable (4.1.B.0.431) - standard/original Sony issue. Is there someone who is running ICS 4.0.4 on their Xperia Arc that has successfully rooted their phone? If so, how exactly did you do it? Links to the ROM's required would be much appreciated as well as detailed instructions (remember I'm new to this).
If I violated any rules by placing this question in the wrong forum topic, my apologies.
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hi guys,can you tell me how to install android 2.3.5 or 2.3.7 on xperia x10i?currently running gingerbeard 2.3.3,its my first time here so b nice thankss/
Hi, first go to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1305945. That's the rooting and upgrade guide for your phone. Also read the New Member's Guide at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1282679. The links in the Guide are awesome. Then you'll want to go to the Android Development forum for your particular phone, at http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=617.
First you will need to go to the link Which TheContinental posted it has avarious range of how to upgrade root and load custom roms onto your x10 mini. And you will need to go to the x10 part of the forum for more info
Hello xda users
I am new here, and I have some noob questions. I need to know them to feel me more comfortable oO
I have rooted my Sony xperia arc S (LT18i) some time ago. (Gingerbread)
Now I want to upgrade the stock ROM to 4 or higher, but I have some questions:
1st. Do I have to upgrade the stock ROM using flashtool again?
2nd. Do I loose the root acces once I have flashed it? I haven seen this question in other webs, but I haven's seen a clean answer, so I am not sure...
3rd. Is there any android "emulator" on pc to experiment? I have seen some of them, but I am not sure If I can "root" there, or change "roms"
Thanks
Good Day Co-user of XPERIA L.!
This site caught my attention and also curious on what my device is capable of.. I have many questions,,hehe
First is can i direct flash different custom roms? or should I update my firmware first before doing so?
Second what is the best roms or firmware out there that i can try?
Third is our phone capable of linking ps3 controller?? I'm curious about that..hehe
I hope someone can answer my question... It would be helpful..!thanks in adnvance.!
hi guys i'm pretty new to android, i've switched from ios lately.
And my question is that on ios when we jailbreak our iPhones we have something called Cydia where we can install all the crazy stuff (system tweaks,apps that can't be published on the appstore,themes, and a lot of other things).
So i was wondering where can i find something similar to that on android. Is there an app or a list or a thread on xda where can i read the tweak description and install it?
thanks in advance
First of all, welcome to the Android world. In order to better assist you a bit more information is needed. What Device ? What Android version ? What Recovery ? What carrier ? Rooted / Non-Rooted ?
my phone is sony xperia z2 running kitkat 4.4.2 and it's unlocked.
it is not rooted and i haven't installed a custom recovery yet but if i need to do so i don't have a problem.
thanks for the welcome.
The links below should get you going in the right direction. The first link is more of a General get to know Android terms, and such. The second is on how to Flash a Rom, and Root. Again general info. The last two are the Specific Forum for your device, and the Section to look for Roms. I would highly advice spending some time reading, and acquainting yourself with the processes, and terminology before proceeding. Best of luck .
Android Terms,Slang,Definitions & Laiman Term...
[HOWTO] Rooting + Wiping + Flashing : For the ultimate noob.
Sony Xperia Z2 Forum
Xperia Z2 Android Development:
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Hello Folks,
I'm kinda new to the whole device developing stuff. Though I hail from a Electronics bachelors I wish to experiment with my mobile. It would be great if any one can guide me through the basics of rooting a device and in my case help me root my device: Sony Xperia S. My phone is totally sluggish in it's performance and I do not have an idea of shelling out cash for another mobile, So, came up with the idea of rooting it.
A step-by-step guide would be helpful for rookies like me.
Thanks in advance for any tips, tutorials or guidance offered.
Hi,
The rooting method depends on which firmware version you are currently on. You can find out how to root on the Xperia S section in the XDA Forums (http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-s/s-development). One of the methods is here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327473.
Once you are rooted it does not change the performance though. You will have to take steps using apps made for rooted phones like removing bloatware, tweaking your CPU, or if you're up to it then installing a faster custom rom.
I suggest to read up on and try installing a custom rom. I have an Xperia SL and I'm using this rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2393889) which is actually made for the Xperia S and I think it is really good, gives my phone better performance, has good features and is nice looking.