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Request: Please somebody find a way to ROOT Spice MI300.

First of all....as i am new in this community, Hi to all of you guys....!!!!
I recently bought an android 2.1 phone called spice MI300
its a very good phone....
But i want to root it....and i couldnt find any informationon the internet regarding this phone...like how to root it and etc....!!!
its a new model....recently launched....for more details...
go to this link....
http : // www(.)spiceglobal . com/SpiceMobiles/Model.aspx?Id=167
model number- spice_Mi300
firmware version- 2.1-update 1
baseband version- PR3_900
kernel version- Apps_2.6.29
build number- 5015_2_19M
it has an ARM processor(qualcomm)
I request you guys to plz do something to root this device....i just wanna root it...!!!
actually the reason why i wanna root is after the android 2.1 update, its processor speed got downraded from 600mhz to 480mhz only.....please help somebody....!!!

Spice mi300 rooting procedure:
For Android 1.6:
h t t p : / / w w w . forumosa.com/taiwan/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=87256
Universal one-click root(1.6 only):
h t t p : / / bit.ly/bYPBfq[/url] (Universal Root App)
h t t p : / / blog.23corner.com/2010/08/04/%E5%A4%8F%E6%97%A5-android-%E5%B0%8F%E5%93%81-%E6%8C%89%E4%B8%80%E4%B8%8B-root-%E6%89%8B%E6%A9%9F-universalandroot/
For Android 2.1: Use Superboot to get root:
h t t p : / /android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Use_Superboot_to_get_root
remove the spaces between h t t p

Rooting Spice Mi 300 Android 2.1 in 4 steps!
tipping4u .blogspot .com/ 2010/ 12/ rooting-spice-mi-300-android-21-in-4.html
( remove spaces )

Want to hack This Phone
or get Paid apps for free
or run 2.2 on this phone
and its Variants
log to
spiceandroid.blogspot.com

Z4root or visionary app, you can even try androot ( orange lock logo)
Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App

xt300 root problem!
i just got a xt300 spice today and for the life of me i cannot root it!! I installed z4root 1.3.0 and half way through the installation it just closes and nothing happens! what is going on with this? has anyone had a similar problem? i installed/opened z4root with Astro aswell. i have been trying to root this phone for hrs. i even erased the memory and tried it again but with the same problem.
Can someone please offer advice
thank you...

Try rooting through SUT!
Hi, I'm new here...
But actually, I've figured an alternate way to root it, since z4root failed to do it's job:
It's via CM7 through SUT
But from here I'd assume you that you wouldn't mind about your data being wiped.
First the CM7. Google mi 300 cm7.
For the SUT, I'd got it from Cherry Mobile. Google Cherry Mobile and search for Nova. A download link of SUT is availabe at the bottom of the page (In case if you didn't know, mi300 is named differently among countries. Cherry Mobile Nova, Commtiva Z71,... etc)
Okay, once you have the zipped SUT, extract it and install. (It works on Windows XP to 7 as I tried it out) Let everything run to the end, which in this case it will install the phone driver, and the SUT itself...
WARNING!!! Once you see the SUT interface, DO NOT CLOSE IT! The SUT acts as a temporary extracted program, closing it serves as you've done your job of updating your phone and deletes the temporary files.
After the appearance of SUT, locate to C:\Program Files\
Look for Software Update Tool Setup folder. That's your temporary guest.
Copy it to somewhere else, My Documents for example.
Then comes for the job of CM7 nb0.
Take the downloaded nb0 into the folder you've duplicated just now.
Now you will have two nb0's in the Software Update Tool Setup folder, one Android Stock 2.2 and another your CM7.
Right click your CM7 nb0, choose rename, copy the name of the nb0 (Example cm7_stable_z71_battery_fix.nb0)
Look for the config.ini in the same folder. Open it with Notepad.
Look for the line Firmware=.... (Followed by the name of default nb0-to-flash)
Replace the name with the CM7 nb0...
Save and close.
Then locate into SUTX64 or X86 (64 is for 64bit Windows, 86 for 32bit)
look for config.ini... Yes, same drill. Replace and save.
CONGRATS! You're ready for the flashing!
Access your phone recovery mode via holding camera (REMEMBER! Press it to the fullest, half pressing it (which is supposed to be auto focus for the camera) doesn't work!) and the volume up, keep the two buttons under your finger and THEN hold the power button. Once you see the "enter Recovery mode" on top left and then the android bot, press home key. Then navigate with the volume buttons to choose factory reset, using the back key as the enter key (This is a must, otherwise your phone will not boot after the flash!!!) Shut your phone down after the erase (I pulled the battery off the phone )
Start the SoftwareUpdateTool.exe in your comp.
put your phone in download mode, to do this, hold the red hangup button+vol up button THEN the power button.
NOTE: For those whose mi300 in download mode produce a drive in My Computer, please post a reply to me! Thanks!
But I digres. Attach your phone to the comp. WARNING! Put your phone in download mode THEN connect it to pc! The reverse is not true.
Your SUT should be responding as your phone connects.
Click next... The flashing should start
Once done, SUT reports failure to install the nb0. Don't fret. That's what happens when you use SUT to install a custom rom. Close the window and unplug your phone.
Your phone should boot. Otherwise do it manually.
CHEERS MAN! Your phone is ROOTED!
Post me if you have any probs! And btw ROOTING or FLASHING your phone voids your warranty, so do it with caution. I won't be responsible if you brick your phone or anything happens.
PS: The CM7 you've flashed is CM7.0.0, which tends to go cukoo... If you want, you can use CM7.0.3. It works like a charm to me~! Post me if you want instructions. Happy flashing!!

Enjoy Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread on your Galaxy Fit!!

After a looong research, & after not finding a gingerbread ROM for Galaxy Fit, I had almost given up my hopes to see 2.3.3 gingerbread on my Galaxy Fit. Well... almost!!!
Finally managed to get my hands over OFFICIAL Samsung 2.3.3 firmware for G-Fit. Samsung will eventually release 2.3.3 for Fit in India but that will probably take a long time. But if you don't want to wait, following is the way...
This is the very SHORT guide for Advanced users only. Do your own research & understand every step before you do it. I will probably update detailed steps when I get some time.
1: Goto samfirmware.com Galaxy Fit page:
Login - www.SamFirmware.com
2: Download the 2.2 FROYO firmware labelled S5670XXKB1 (This is a russian firmware but you can easily change language to English)
3: Flash the firmware over your current one with help of ODIN. Follow the guides at samfirmware.com
4: Install the latest version of Samsung Kies 2.0.0.11044-11
Link: Download Samsung Kies 2.0.0.11044_11 Free - Search, browse, download and manage apps for mobile devices - Softpedia
(Install on a OS other than windows 7, as firmware update does NOT work on win7. Xp worked for me.) You may also have to isntall .net framework 4 & windows media format 11. Search for the links on google.
5: Connect your Galaxy Fit with S5670XXKB1 & Kies will popup message a new firmware is available.
Firmware details : S5670XXKPF (GINGERBREAD.XXKPF)
6: Follow the steps to update firmware through Kies.
7: Change the language back to English from Russian.
Update: Official build 2.3.6 is now avaialable. Refer to following thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19561095 ( Thanks to owner of thread)

Steps to change lanuage on android 2.2/2.3:
Goto Settings -> Locale & Text -> Select language (First option)
The option has white background with letter A on it.

Steps to root your 2.3.3 Gingerbread :
Note. SuperOneClick or any other similar apps don't work on 2.3.3 yet. At least didn't work for me.
Before going through the process of rooting you have to download a small file named upd_1.zip
1: Once you have downloaded the file copy it to your SD card. For ease of work copy it in root of SD card.
2: Switch off your handset and wait till the vibration is over.
3: Now switch the phone in recovery mode. Press and hold Power button + middle menu button together to start in recovery mode.
4: Once you are in recovery mode you will get lot of options on screen. In recovery mode touchscreen does not work, so use the volume up/down buttons to toggle through options. To confirm options press the middle button.
5: Go to the second option i.e apply update from SD card.
6: Upon selecting the second option you will need to select the fileupd_1.zip. Press the middle button to apply changes.
7: It takes 2-3 seconds to install the update.
8: Once the above step is complete, reboot your system from the first option.
9: As the phone reboots you will have super user in it. Your phone is rooted now.
Based on source article: How to Root Gingerbread 2.3.3 on Samsung Galaxy Ace Blog Media take

Just now updated my SAMSUNG FIT to Android 2.3.4
Yess 2.3.4

is there anyone can share after upgrading to gingerbread... is there any bugs around... what would be the significant improvement after upgrading ?
would be great if can be share here... thanks guys

Hi,
I have upgrade my Galaxy Fit yesterday (Gingerbread 2.3.4)
I connect the phone to the computer with the usb but notification area not working, I click USB preference not work and other info, both on Windows and Ubuntu
How fix this?
P.S. (I can't root my phone superoneclick or z4root, I can't have an idea?)
Sorry for my english

Work perfectly on Samsung Galaxy Mini 2.3.3 !
Thanks

thanks, its run on my s5570 gingerbread 2.3.3

Thanks My Friend
Work perfectly on Samsung Galaxy Mini Gingerbread 2.3.3 !
Thanks My Friend

Hi guys.
I just can't put Galaxy mini (S5570) to recovery mode. I updated to latest gingerbread (2.3.4) from samfirmware.com. Pressing power + menu button, also pressing power with middle (OK) button, nothing is happening. I get 2 times samsung.com logo, then Galaxy Mini page and then phone loads.

edke said:
Hi guys.
I just can't put Galaxy mini (S5570) to recovery mode. I updated to latest gingerbread (2.3.4) from samfirmware.com. Pressing power + menu button, also pressing power with middle (OK) button, nothing is happening. I get 2 times samsung.com logo, then Galaxy Mini page and then phone loads.
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You should have androidSDK installed on the pc, download and install the latest (if you don't know look it up on google), install it, connect your phone, then run this :
"C:\Program Files\Android\android-sdk\platform-tools\adb.exe" reboot recovery
should work

Just press a lilbit long until the screen goes up.. Had the same issue with gio... N it did worked
Sent from my GT-S5670 using Tapatalk

Works on my Mini Ginger too !!!!! thank you!!!!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15390759#post15390759

when i always reboot my phone it stills go back to russian... do i really need to change to english everytime i reboot? or is there anyway to make it the default language so it automatically sets to english everytime i reboot...

Worked perfect on Samsung Galaxy Fit..
Kein thing finally installed after some problems to win7 x64!
thanks op!

Going to Try it today

Bug or Anything else
I don't know what happened. But first everthing was fine. I updated the Firmware to Gingerbread.DDKT1 via Kies
and now the Media Player started saying cannot play the specified file Format.
What??? the Phone can no longer play many of MP3 files .... I mean Most of the MP3 Files.
For example in one of the Playlist I had 20 MP3 Files the Player can play about 3 Of them.
I tried Winamp, Andriod media Player and the Stock Media Player but all ended up at same point.
Someone plzz help

tehTerminator said:
I don't know what happened. But first everthing was fine. I updated the Firmware to Gingerbread.DDKT1 via Kies
and now the Media Player started saying cannot play the specified file Format.
What??? the Phone can no longer play many of MP3 files .... I mean Most of the MP3 Files.
For example in one of the Playlist I had 20 MP3 Files the Player can play about 3 Of them.
I tried Winamp, Andriod media Player and the Stock Media Player but all ended up at same point.
Someone plzz help
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If you want... try to wipe your data and cache in recovery mode, then reboot your device
But you will lost all of data and application...
Backup first

aya.yaya said:
If you want... try to wipe your data and cache in recovery mode, then reboot your device
But you will lost all of data and application...
Backup first
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I think I must Give it a Try but wiping everything means a big task. However I downloaded TTPod From Android Market and now its playing those files,
However First it gives a error message and then plays them without any problem. Anyone having same issue

[Q] Is my tablet dead?

Hi, i got a prestigio multipad 5080 pro, i rooted my device and everything was fine until i changed the DPI of my device in order to play dead space. Now my device keeps says "unfortunately, launcher has stopped" on a loop is there any way to fix this? i have tried factory reset and it did nothing.
Thanks.

a good rom and stable so far.
download from here
http: // x--t-e-a-m. blogspot. it/ and click on Download:
XTeam 4.1 QUI
plus for setting your external sd as a nand *as a main installing card... use this http :// crewrktablets. arctablet. com/?wpfb_dl=330
use google translate cause its italian website...anyway ...
steps are easy ... unrar XTeam 4.1 ...
1) Turn off your device
2) Locate the folder Rockusb_driver in the XTeam 4.1 folder and install the drivers for your computer.
3) on the tablet Hold sounds Down Button and connect the device.
4) open with right click and run as administrator the rk29update.exe
5) press the button "formatta!!!"
6) tick the "Loader"
7) Download this kernel from here: http: // www .2shared. com/file/GmdSyNG1/kernel_for_pmp_5080cpro_with_o.html
 replace the kernel with the one that i gave you from the link
9) press the "Aggiorna! ! " button and wait until the program overwrite the new firmware
10)when the tablet reboot it will go through cwm and the install the
Oma CM10 ExtSD To NAND OTG Fix.
11) the new firmware have OTA updater so update your tablet until you have no other updates...(i realised that i had to download the updates from ota and install them manual but anyway...)
12) in one point the updates from ota updater will change your kernel but dont worry.you will just lose temporary the screen rotation so...
install all the updates and in the end run the rk29update.exe again untick all the things there and keep only the kernel ticked and use the kernel i gave you.that match with your 5080 cpro. this time dont push formatta !!!.
Just overwrite the kernel and click aggiorna! !
your device will restart and ta da !!! you have the latest firmware for your Prestigio 5080 C PRO. overclocked and rooted with 1 giga for apps
plus 2x faster than factory's firmware.
i wanna say a big thanx to OMA for the kernel http: //crewrktablets. arctablet. com/
a big thanx to X TEAM for this awesome firmware
and a huge thanx to my self that i had the patience to search for the specific model what to do. It took me about 2 days to gather all the informations i needed.
And a huge apologize to oma that i didnt use his JB version for the prestigio tablet but i test it and it was kinda slow and laggy for my tablet xD
ps: in case that u need more info i ll be around to help you
Remember the steps are only for Prestigio PMP 5080 C PRO and NOT for the Prestigio 5080B.
For the Prestigio 5080B you must find the specific Kernel that works on the device cause else you will have problem with the ROTATION
Sent from my Xteam Smartpad 810c using Tapatalk HD

[Resolved] [Solved][Q] Cant install cm9.1 on Xperia SK17i (Mango) need help :c

Hey, please spare some time for me as I really want this to be fixed
I am using a Mini Pro running on Stock ROM and Kernal
It is rooted and has CWM 5.0.2.7-nAa
I recently downloaded Cyanogenmod 9.1 for my xperia mini pro (Sk17i) (Mango)
I went through the following steps to install it:
Did data/factory wipe
Wiped cache partition
Wiped Dalvik cache
Wiped battery stats
Then i proceeded to install .zip from sd card and so on until i located the .zip which was on my sd cards root directory
put it to install and i end up with this
--Installing: /sdcard/cm9.1.0-mango.zip
Finding update package
Opening update package
Installing update
assert failed: getprop ("ro.product.device") == "SK17i" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "SK17i" | | getprop ("ro.product.device") == "SK17a" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "SK17a" | | getprop ("ro.product.device") == "mango" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "mango"
E:Error in /sdcard/cm-9.1.0-mango.zip
(Status 7)
Installation aborted.
I want to know why i am getting this
I tried CM10 and 7 for my device and i get the same errors
Please give me instructions on what to do in the most simplest ways possible, you can give links to tutorials but i may find them hard because most seem complicated to me so please try and tell me in your own simple words what to do, I am a complete noob at this
I want to Install Cyanogenmods Rom so that i can install a firmware that makes the music volume more precise and makes the phone faster
I need all the help I can so please
Any additional info you want, just ask

Naweed Reza said:
Hey, please spare some time for me as I really want this to be fixed
I am using a Mini Pro running on Stock ROM and Kernal
It is rooted and has CWM 5.0.2.7-nAa
I recently downloaded Cyanogenmod 9.1 for my xperia mini pro (Sk17i) (Mango)
I went through the following steps to install it:
Did data/factory wipe
Wiped cache partition
Wiped Dalvik cache
Wiped battery stats
Then i proceeded to install .zip from sd card and so on until i located the .zip which was on my sd cards root directory
put it to install and i end up with this
--Installing: /sdcard/cm9.1.0-mango.zip
Finding update package
Opening update package
Installing update
assert failed: getprop ("ro.product.device") == "SK17i" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "SK17i" | | getprop ("ro.product.device") == "SK17a" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "SK17a" | | getprop ("ro.product.device") == "mango" | | getprop ("ro.build.product") == "mango"
E:Error in /sdcard/cm-9.1.0-mango.zip
(Status 7)
Installation aborted.
I want to know why i am getting this
I tried CM10 and 7 for my device and i get the same errors
Please give me instructions on what to do in the most simplest ways possible, you can give links to tutorials but i may find them hard because most seem complicated to me so please try and tell me in your own simple words what to do, I am a complete noob at this
I want to Install Cyanogenmods Rom so that i can install a firmware that makes the music volume more precise and makes the phone faster
I need all the help I can so please
Any additional info you want, just ask
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Seems to me u probably have a device not "introducing" itself properly Or maybe it's build...
Maybe try the other way around and it right since the beginning.
Get yourself first:
- stock kernel & s/w rreinstalled (via PC Companion)
- since this is sk17i - unlock ur bootloader via official Sony way: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (yet first watch the tutorial form Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248 )
- get urself latest FlashTool and install it (http://androxyde.github.com/), use it to root ur phone -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30441163#post30441163
-
- go in very details through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334 and
1. download Kernel TFT (appropriate one) and flash it using flash tool (and guess what... here is picture guide by Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982)
2. upload CM9-3 to sd card and try again with CWMRec/Flashtool mode install (depending whether u download .zip or .tft with ROM)
and read read read before u do smthng bad to ur small friend.

PsychoFish81 said:
Seems to me u probably have a device not "introducing" itself properly Or maybe it's build...
Maybe try the other way around and it right since the beginning.
Get yourself first:
- stock kernel & s/w rreinstalled (via PC Companion)
- since this is sk17i - unlock ur bootloader via official Sony way: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (yet first watch the tutorial form Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248 )
- get urself latest FlashTool and install it (http://androxyde.github.com/), use it to root ur phone -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30441163#post30441163
-
- go in very details through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334 and
1. download Kernel TFT (appropriate one) and flash it using flash tool (and guess what... here is picture guide by Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982)
2. upload CM9-3 to sd card and try again with CWMRec/Flashtool mode install (depending whether u download .zip or .tft with ROM)
and read read read before u do smthng bad to ur small friend.
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Thanks for replying
I will try it out and let you know how it went
I dont get the first bit about getting a stock kernal and s/w reinstalled
Does that basically mean unroot my phone or something
And whats s/w (Sorry for being a complete noob)

More doubts, really sorry
PsychoFish81 said:
Seems to me u probably have a device not "introducing" itself properly Or maybe it's build...
Maybe try the other way around and it right since the beginning.
Get yourself first:
- stock kernel & s/w rreinstalled (via PC Companion)
- since this is sk17i - unlock ur bootloader via official Sony way: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (yet first watch the tutorial form Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248 )
- get urself latest FlashTool and install it (http://androxyde.github.com/), use it to root ur phone -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30441163#post30441163
-
- go in very details through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334 and
1. download Kernel TFT (appropriate one) and flash it using flash tool (and guess what... here is picture guide by Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982)
2. upload CM9-3 to sd card and try again with CWMRec/Flashtool mode install (depending whether u download .zip or .tft with ROM)
and read read read before u do smthng bad to ur small friend.
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I am so sorry if I am bothering you or anything but I was going through the links, very handy and simple, and i came across this in the last link you have put about downlaoding a kernal .TFT
When reading through it says
Now you are ready to install a custom rom/kernel.
Let's start:
You go to development section and choose a rom you want for your device. You download the rom and the kernel for your device (make sure it is the right for yours! Sometimes the kernel is included in the installation zip file of the rom.
Now you have the boot.img and the rom
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Now where is the Development section?
Where do i find the Boot.img?
What is the proper one for my sk17i?
I have downloaded CM9.1 for Mango from the cm official website and there is a boot.img inside the zip, should i just extract the boot.img out and keep it near the .zip file? and should i use this instead of the mini cm provided?
I really appreciate the links you have given and hope all my doubts can be cleared for me to actually start the process
Will hit that thanks button if it is a success :good:

Naweed Reza said:
Thanks for replying
I will try it out and let you know how it went
I dont get the first bit about getting a stock kernal and s/w reinstalled
Does that basically mean unroot my phone or something
And whats s/w (Sorry for being a complete noob)
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S/W = Software.
To install stock software, even if ur phone is in bootloop, u may use PC Companion.
1. Start mobile in Flash mode (BACK/VOL+/- pressed when phone turned off and connecting usb cable + PC Companion enabled)
2. Agree on loosing all data Choose model (be careful -u20 and sk17i and sk17a are all mini pro, use hardware version marking)
3. allow it to work - it will download stock software for ur mini pro
Effect: unroot stock phone. U can root it again with FlashTool or one of root methods (for sk17i I believe so called zergRush does the job - search forums or gogole it )
Afterwards proceed with instructions for
1. Rooting
2. Unlocking bootloader
3. Reflashing phone with custom kernel and custom ROM
BE ADVISED: Above "root/unlock bootloader" actions usually void ur warranty. Be sure what u r doing, read thoroughly steps to not brick ur phone and do not be scared if bootloop happens - just find a way to enter flash mode again and use other .tft/ROM
OR - if u have already unlocked bootloader - simply download appropriate .tft file and flash it on ur phone using FlashTool. (the so called generic sk17i ROM has been provided in .tft format here: http://rumah-android.com/official-xperia-mini-pro-sk17i-4-1-b-0-431-firmware-ics-4-0-4.html)
U mighgt want to see through some of posts here to reduce ur noobishness http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=471521
And use custom kernels/stock roms known for their stability in latest release/nigh release (search for xda forum threads).

PsychoFish81 said:
Seems to me u probably have a device not "introducing" itself properly Or maybe it's build...
Maybe try the other way around and it right since the beginning.
Get yourself first:
- stock kernel & s/w rreinstalled (via PC Companion)
- since this is sk17i - unlock ur bootloader via official Sony way: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (yet first watch the tutorial form Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248 )
- get urself latest FlashTool and install it (http://androxyde.github.com/), use it to root ur phone -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30441163#post30441163
-
- go in very details through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334 and
1. download Kernel TFT (appropriate one) and flash it using flash tool (and guess what... here is picture guide by Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982)
2. upload CM9-3 to sd card and try again with CWMRec/Flashtool mode install (depending whether u download .zip or .tft with ROM)
and read read read before u do smthng bad to ur small friend.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
PsychoFish81 said:
S/W = Software.
To install stock software, even if ur phone is in bootloop, u may use PC Companion.
1. Start mobile in Flash mode (BACK/VOL+/- pressed when phone turned off and connecting usb cable + PC Companion enabled)
2. Agree on loosing all data Choose model (be careful -u20 and sk17i and sk17a are all mini pro, use hardware version marking)
3. allow it to work - it will download stock software for ur mini pro
Effect: unroot stock phone. U can root it again with FlashTool or one of root methods (for sk17i I believe so called zergRush does the job - search forums or gogole it )
Afterwards proceed with instructions for
1. Rooting
2. Unlocking bootloader
3. Reflashing phone with custom kernel and custom ROM
BE ADVISED: Above "root/unlock bootloader" actions usually void ur warranty. Be sure what u r doing, read thoroughly steps to not brick ur phone and do not be scared if bootloop happens - just find a way to enter flash mode again and use other .tft/ROM
OR - if u have already unlocked bootloader - simply download appropriate .tft file and flash it on ur phone using FlashTool. (the so called generic sk17i ROM has been provided in .tft format here: http://rumah-android.com/official-xperia-mini-pro-sk17i-4-1-b-0-431-firmware-ics-4-0-4.html)
U mighgt want to see through some of posts here to reduce ur noobishness http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=471521
And use custom kernels/stock roms known for their stability in latest release/nigh release (search for xda forum threads).
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Alright, thanks alot
Will get to it
I cant just plug my phone in and use the repair option from support zone?
It says that will erase all internal memory by replacing the software
So should I use that method?
And yeah, ive experience bootloop before so im fine and know what to do
And after all this is done and i get everything tis fine to restore my apps and studd using titanium right?

Naweed Reza said:
Now where is the Development section?
Where do i find the Boot.img?
What is the proper one for my sk17i?
I have downloaded CM9.1 for Mango from the cm official website and there is a boot.img inside the zip, should i just extract the boot.img out and keep it near the .zip file? and should i use this instead of the mini cm provided?
I really appreciate the links you have given and hope all my doubts can be cleared for me to actually start the process
Will hit that thanks button if it is a success :good:
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Development Section is a section of XDA forum, where crazy programmers deliver their kernels and ROMS...
This link is in Development Section, I believe the CM u r looking for:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334
Be advised - above CM requires custom kernel sk17i, it says it in Requirements in above link -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25550442
If u succeed to unlock bootloader, it gets pretty simple, simpler than in Mihahn guide.
1. Given u have bootloader unlocked: using FlashTool u flash kernel (the .tft file) - thus u won't have to care about separate boot.img / .sin files flashing, they are incorporated in .tft thing.
2, If it suceeds - using flashtool u reset to recovery
3. USING CWM options - u mount ur USB storage
4. U put from ur PC zip with CM9
5. Unmount USB storage
6. Wipe all data as it says in ROM thread - otherwise u risk **** to hit the fan
7. Update from .zip, point to zip on sdcard
8.Relax
9. Get cofee
10. Relax
11. Watch it progress
12. Relax
13. Pray for best
14. After it finishes - reboot to normal. Be advised - first reboot after flashing ROM is always long, linux + ROM does automagic stuff
Short who's who:
kernel; linux kernel, da animal that is engine of subsequent android devices (i.e. kernel with Ice Cream Sandwich or Jelly Beans Adnroid releases) U NEED CAREFULLY CHOOSE THE ONE APPRIOPRIATE FOR UR DEVICE
ROM - closest to operating system u get on mobile devices, u might have different ROMs wortking on specific kernel
CWM - clockworkmode recovery - ur last resort if **** hits the fan to change ROM without reflashing kernel
I hope I got this as simple as I could... Sorry, I was former mobile s/w developer, such stuff is just usual for me, my stock u20i software didn't last 24h - I just immediately reflashed it co CM6, later to CM7 - just to have some options not available in stock rom connected to power management and application management.
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Naweed Reza said:
Alright, thanks alot
Will get to it
I cant just plug my phone in and use the repair option from support zone?
It says that will erase all internal memory by replacing the software
So should I use that method?
And yeah, ive experience bootloop before so im fine and know what to do
And after all this is done and i get everything tis fine to restore my apps and studd using titanium right?
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Yes.
Generic ROM / Repair options brings u back to stock sk17i SE ROM. I dont remeber if repair option uploaded latest update, if yes - u might still have to use generic sk17i tft thing.
With restoring option - to be honest I didn't test it. It didn't worked well for me on CM6 and CM7 upgrade, yet possibly I did not all the things right. Still, if u have backed up apps and data on sdcard, it might be possible - please check it before reflashing ROMS (just root, install latest titanium backup and simply test the stuff).
Good luck on ur journey to reflash...

PsychoFish81 said:
Development Section is a section of XDA forum, where crazy programmers deliver their kernels and ROMS...
This link is in Development Section, I believe the CM u r looking for:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334
Be advised - above CM requires custom kernel sk17i, it says it in Requirements in above link -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25550442
If u succeed to unlock bootloader, it gets pretty simple, simpler than in Mihahn guide.
1. Given u have bootloader unlocked: using FlashTool u flash kernel (the .tft file) - thus u won't have to care about separate boot.img / .sin files flashing, they are incorporated in .tft thing.
2, If it suceeds - using flashtool u reset to recovery
3. USING CWM options - u mount ur USB storage
4. U put from ur PC zip with CM9
5. Unmount USB storage
6. Wipe all data as it says in ROM thread - otherwise u risk **** to hit the fan
7. Update from .zip, point to zip on sdcard
8.Relax
9. Get cofee
10. Relax
11. Watch it progress
12. Relax
13. Pray for best
14. After it finishes - reboot to normal. Be advised - first reboot after flashing ROM is always long, linux + ROM does automagic stuff
Short who's who:
kernel; linux kernel, da animal that is engine of subsequent android devices (i.e. kernel with Ice Cream Sandwich or Jelly Beans Adnroid releases) U NEED CAREFULLY CHOOSE THE ONE APPRIOPRIATE FOR UR DEVICE
ROM - closest to operating system u get on mobile devices, u might have different ROMs wortking on specific kernel
CWM - clockworkmode recovery - ur last resort if **** hits the fan to change ROM without reflashing kernel
I hope I got this as simple as I could... Sorry, I was former mobile s/w developer, such stuff is just usual for me, my stock u20i software didn't last 24h - I just immediately reflashed it co CM6, later to CM7 - just to have some options not available in stock rom connected to power management and application management.
EDIT: Combining answers
Yes.
Generic ROM / Repair options brings u back to stock sk17i SE ROM. I dont remeber if repair option uploaded latest update, if yes - u might still have to use generic sk17i tft thing.
With restoring option - to be honest I didn't test it. It didn't worked well for me on CM6 and CM7 upgrade, yet possibly I did not all the things right. Still, if u have backed up apps and data on sdcard, it might be possible - please check it before reflashing ROMS (just root, install latest titanium backup and simply test the stuff).
Good luck on ur journey to reflash...
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Thanks,
Using SUS right now and its repairing, hoping for the best, I only lose contacts messages and calender
The rest is backed up with titanium
I will inform you when im donw through the whole process
And do i have to install CM Mini?
Or i can choose any Cyanogenmod for my phone? (THe Sk17i ones from the official website) or i have to only use the one you provided

Naweed Reza said:
Thanks,
Using SUS right now and its repairing, hoping for the best, I only lose contacts messages and calender
The rest is backed up with titanium
I will inform you when im donw through the whole process
And do i have to install CM Mini?
Or i can choose any Cyanogenmod for my phone? (THe Sk17i ones from the official website) or i have to only use the one you provided
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U can choose any CyanogenMod marked as suitable for ur phone (xperia mini pro, sk17i), yet
- PAY ATTENTION TO REQUIREMENTS: rooting, unlocking bootloader, which kernel version etc.
- READ SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE EXECUTING! Very important... developer put most important informations in posts, yet specific issuies are reproted and solved as froum thread goes by

Step 1 is done
Okay, I have Restored the phone to factory using SUS
But check this link out and see if i can flash this CM instead
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=Install_CM_for_mango

Unlocked bootloader
PsychoFish81 said:
U can choose any CyanogenMod marked as suitable for ur phone (xperia mini pro, sk17i), yet
- PAY ATTENTION TO REQUIREMENTS: rooting, unlocking bootloader, which kernel version etc.
- READ SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE EXECUTING! Very important... developer put most important informations in posts, yet specific issuies are reproted and solved as froum thread goes by
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Okay, sorry it took long, but i just Unlocked my bootleader, after restarting my phone i get the welcome message and basically everything is like it was out of the box, is that supposed to happen?
Does unlocking the bootloader reset my phone?
Btw i used the CMD Method

Not rooting
PsychoFish81 said:
U can choose any CyanogenMod marked as suitable for ur phone (xperia mini pro, sk17i), yet
- PAY ATTENTION TO REQUIREMENTS: rooting, unlocking bootloader, which kernel version etc.
- READ SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE EXECUTING! Very important... developer put most important informations in posts, yet specific issuies are reproted and solved as froum thread goes by
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HELP
I have flashed the kernal to a xperia arc kernal (TO downgrade for rooting)
I start up doomlords rooter thingy
And once i press anykey its on this
daemon not running. Start it now
daemon started successfully
And its just there
Ive used this program to root before and it worked
Btw after installing the neo kernal the phone doesnt restart, only on black scree, ive gotten that before but it had rooted successfully before
Please help me out :/

what are you doing?
if you want cm10, you don't need to root you phone, just simply flashing the rom will give you root
also flashing a kernel not meant for your device will obviosely create problems
instead try flashing this kernel
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2076764
and this rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1780326

Sorry for the inconvinience
Alright then, sorry for my stupidity, i realized the phone had to be connected in MSC
*Facepalm*
Rooting done, going to now flash it back
Wish me luck :fingers-crossed:

Thanks alot
PsychoFish81 said:
Seems to me u probably have a device not "introducing" itself properly Or maybe it's build...
Maybe try the other way around and it right since the beginning.
Get yourself first:
- stock kernel & s/w rreinstalled (via PC Companion)
- since this is sk17i - unlock ur bootloader via official Sony way: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (yet first watch the tutorial form Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248 )
- get urself latest FlashTool and install it (http://androxyde.github.com/), use it to root ur phone -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30441163#post30441163
-
- go in very details through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629334 and
1. download Kernel TFT (appropriate one) and flash it using flash tool (and guess what... here is picture guide by Mihahn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982)
2. upload CM9-3 to sd card and try again with CWMRec/Flashtool mode install (depending whether u download .zip or .tft with ROM)
and read read read before u do smthng bad to ur small friend.
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If I ever meet you in real life, i would give you a hug
I dont know how to thank you!
It worked, i followed the original instructions which are quoted above ^ and it worked
I used a .img file to flash using flashtool and then flashed using CWM6 which came with the kernal
In the startup process
One thing that is a bummer is the slide out keyboards symbols which are printed on my phone do not match the ones which came with CM9
Meaning, on letter 'M' there is the symbol "%" in blue, so when i press the function button on the keyboard i end up with another Symbol when pressing "M", any way to fix it??
And one more thing
I have CM9, is it recommended to install CM10 nightly or should i wait for a stable release?
And if CM10 was good to install what steps should I use to install it?
Should i just place the .zip in the root of sd, then bootup in CWM and then install zip from sdcard?
Or i use the method you gave above?
Or I just boot in CWM and clear data and install from SD?
Hoping for a reply, and thanks alot! :laugh:

Naweed Reza said:
If I ever meet you in real life, i would give you a hug
I dont know how to thank you!
It worked, i followed the original instructions which are quoted above ^ and it worked
I used a .img file to flash using flashtool and then flashed using CWM6 which came with the kernal
In the startup process
One thing that is a bummer is the slide out keyboards symbols which are printed on my phone do not match the ones which came with CM9
Meaning, on letter 'M' there is the symbol "%" in blue, so when i press the function button on the keyboard i end up with another Symbol when pressing "M", any way to fix it??
And one more thing
I have CM9, is it recommended to install CM10 nightly or should i wait for a stable release?
And if CM10 was good to install what steps should I use to install it?
Should i just place the .zip in the root of sd, then bootup in CWM and then install zip from sdcard?
Or i use the method you gave above?
Or I just boot in CWM and clear data and install from SD?
Hoping for a reply, and thanks alot! :laugh:
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if you want to install a cm10 you need a compatible cm 10 kernel
this one is good http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2076764
cm 10 is very stable I also have the xperia mini pro and this rom is so awesome
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832308
just follow the instructions for both links you should have cm10 in no time

cs098 said:
if you want to install a cm10 you need a compatible cm 10 kernel
this one is good http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2076764
cm 10 is very stable I also have the xperia mini pro and this rom is so awesome
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832308
just follow the instructions for both links you should have cm10 in no time
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The CM10 Nightly i download from CM official website has a boot.img inside the zip
I can use that as the kernal to flash?

Naweed Reza said:
The CM10 Nightly i download from CM official website has a boot.img inside the zip
I can use that as the kernal to flash?
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yep any cm10 kernel would work, however the fxp one does not have the best battery life or the best performance but it is the most stable

[GUIDE] Lenovo S650 running VIBEUI v1.5 KitKat (4.4.2)

Here is a tutorial to flash VIBEUI ROM running KitKat (4.4.2) on Lenovo S650
If ur current ROM is ROW , follow 01-22
If ur current ROM is CN , follow step below 05-22
If ur current ROM is VIBE, follow step 13-22
Download all items below from here :-
1. Flash_Tool
2. S650_S119_131014
3. VRoot
4. TWRP_v2.6.3.0_CN
5. 4.4.2_GApps
6. SuperSU_v1.94
7. S650_VIBEUI_V1.5_xxxx_ST
Copy item 5,6,7 into ur ext sdcard
Install USB drivers 1st...
Download USB driver
Disconnect the hp from usb
Install exe file
Once finished, connect the hp to usb
How to flash scatter file...
Unpack FlashTools, and Click on Flash_tool.exe
Select a the MT6582_Android_scatter_emmc.txt in ROM
Wait file to be added into Flash Tool
Check the field “DA DL All With Check Sum”
Choose Option->DA DownLoad All->Speed->Force to High Speed
Turn off your phone, remove the battery.
Hit Download / F8 button
Connect your phone into the computer via USB data cable.
The process will start and and wait until green circles display
Finish !
You can now safely disconnect your phone put the battery in and turn it on.
01. Off ur hp and take out the battery
02. Extract and Flash "S650_S119_131014-Lang_Fix"
03. Once finished, close flash_tool app and disconnect usb cable
04. Insert battery and turn it on, let it boot once
05. Root using "VRoot"
06. Install "MobileUncle MTK Tools" from Play Store
07. Off ur hp and take out the battery
08. Run flash_tool again
09. Extract and Flash "TWRP_v2.6.3.0_S650_CN"
10. Press F9 and answer YES (Don't press F8)
11. Once finished, close flash_tool app and disconnect usb cable
12. Insert battery and turn it on
13. Click 10x "Build Number"
14. Enable "USB debugging"
15. Reboot in Recovery via "MobileUncle MTK Tools"
16. Wipe dalvik cache , cache and data
17. Install "VIBEUI_V1.5_xxxx_ST"
18. Install "GApps"
19. Install "SuperSU"
20. Wipe dalvik cache and cache again
21. Reboot
22. Once ur hp boot, press + for English

Thank you, After 3 MTK devices stack with 4.2- I am happy to see MTK getting Kitkat!

Thank you!
Sent from my Speed using Tapatalk

Is it possible with CWM? CWM is installed to my S650 ROW.

file VIBEUI_V1.5_1415_3_DEV_S650_NK_W_A291
has been deleted from mediafire - reupload maybe ?

cklwawa said:
file VIBEUI_V1.5_1415_3_DEV_S650_NK_W_A291
has been deleted from mediafire - reupload maybe ?
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viberom dot com with google translate

@aariss
is this rom ported from another model's rom or based on stock update for s650?
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here's another download link:
http://pub.ota.lenovomm.com/VIBEROM/DEV/DEV1415/VIBEUI_V1.5_1415_3_DEV_S650_NK_W_A291.zip

hi. after try this, my google play services has stopped working. how to solve it. i cant root my phone anymore, thus, i cannot re install firmware.

Great
Works great, thanks for everything

Great.

cklwawa said:
file VIBEUI_V1.5_1415_3_DEV_S650_NK_W_A291
has been deleted from mediafire - reupload maybe ?
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Will update new link in 1st page
7OOKA said:
@aariss
is this rom ported from another model's rom or based on stock update for s650?
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Based on stock rom
X-Mart said:
hi. after try this, my google play services has stopped working. how to solve it. i cant root my phone anymore, thus, i cannot re install firmware.
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Cannot be... re-flash ur stock ROW rom and continue again

Help Me!
Hello friends, i need your help. I bought Lenovo s650 form Aliexpress and saller instaled aplications for EU (Play Store, etc) and many languages. Now i updated my phone and i lost all apps and languages and got new version (VIBEROM_V1.0_1415_ST_S650) with chinese apps and only chinese and english languages. This upgrade kit kat comes with multiple languages?

Rosanel said:
Hello friends, i need your help. I bought Lenovo s650 form Aliexpress and saller instaled aplications for EU (Play Store, etc) and many languages. Now i updated my phone and i lost all apps and languages and got new version (VIBEROM_V1.0_1415_ST_S650) with chinese apps and only chinese and english languages. This upgrade kit kat comes with multiple languages?
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i get from that u didnt make a backup !!, and no this kitkat has only English and Chinese, if u want to get your preinstalled rom back u can download this: http://www.needrom.com/mobile/s650-multi-lang-official-rom/

7OOKA is correct...

Just checking. This is not a stable version, right? Just a development version?
Sent from my ST26i

when i try to flash, its not running and there is no green circle appears, the process keep 0%.
solved. but google play stop working, keep crashing, cannot login to playstore.why?

nakTT said:
Just checking. This is not a stable version, right? Just a development version?
Sent from my ST26i
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yes it's a development version, but so far the only bug i noticed is the buttons backlight, but apart from that everything is pretty stable
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X-Mart said:
when i try to flash, its not running and there is no green circle appears, the process keep 0%.
solved. but google play stop working, keep crashing, cannot login to playstore.why?
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go to settings, apps then all apps, then clear data and cache for google account manager and google play services and google play store ang google services framework

Glad to hear that. Hope the stable version will be much better? Btw, how is the RAM level as well as system responsiveness? Head that kitkat has a lower hard requirement. It is true in practice? Or still just on paper as just a marketing bs?
Sent from my ST26i

Flash procedure
If anyone is interested, you can actually skip the Vroot part by doing the following procedure, this way means you don't end up with any Chinese apps or Chinese root program in your phone, just simple superuser !!!
Once you have chosen the scatter file in flash tool, click on the RECOVERY line, this will open up a window so that you can choose which recovery.
Choose the TWRP recovery you downloaded and then proceed with the flash procedure as normal.
Once finished reboot the phone.
Now power down
Now power on holding volume up and down together, release power button only on vibrate, this will boot recovery
You should see TWRP reovery, go to wipes / advanced wipe wipe cache and dalvik
Now go back to main menu and choose reboot, you should see a prompt that SUPERUSER IS NOT INSTALLED, JUST SLIDE THE BAR TO INSTALL
Now once the phone is rebooted you will see superuser icon on screen, click it and it will tell you to update, easiest is via play store ( make sure you added account ) , it will tell you upgrade success and tell you to update binary, do this too and now you are rooted

MIUI V5 - S650, its possible?
Please apologize for the bad English. I'm having to use the translator. I'm from Brazil, bought the mini vibe x (Lenovo S650). I wonder if you can install MIUI V5 on my phone or do not support, finally, whether I run the risk of brickar my device. If i can install, get out of the version 4.2 to MIUI v5, I do something special or just follow the steps from the first page? MUCH thanks for the help!