This thread is a project continuation for Black HTC Theme from topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=759320
My theme modifications base on above project are continously evolved.
All theme updates will be posted in first post, and relevant information about theme update will be announced within this thread.
You need to have ROOTED phone to modify Your theme!
There are 4 major versions of theme (regardless to OS version):
1. Android 1.6 theme:
- theme for firmware version 1.2.A.1.174 (Manual installation steps - via ADB and CMD - attached as txt file in package).
2. Android 2.1 theme:
Xperia X10mini/mini pro:
- themes for following firmware versions: 2.0.A.0.504, 2.0.2.A.0.24, 2.1.1.A.0.6, 2.1.1.C.0.0
- Original X10mini/pro Sony Erricson theme (all firmware versions)
Xperia X8:
- themes for following firmware versions: 2.0.1.A.0.47, 2.1.1.A.0.6
3. Android 2.2 theme (miniCM 6 1.0.1 , 1.0.2)
4. Android 2.3 theme (miniCM 7 2.0.7, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3)
Support for CWMRecovery tool only.
Download links:
http://www.mediafire.com/?634gshh029fzq
Installation procedure (XRecovery/CWMRecovery):
1. Download appropriate package for Your phone model and firmware version
2. Extract package, choose desired theme version
3. Copy update.zip to Your SD Card (Do not extract!)
4. Reboot your device into Recovery Mode
5. Go to install custom zip option
6. Click, Yes - Install /sdcard/update.zip, wait a little
7. Reboot Your X10mini / X8
If you want to back to stock android theme use X10 mini Stock Theme version.
Unpack it, choose FW version and copy required update.zip to SDCard, and then install it via XRecovery.
THREAD UPDATES:
Changes history from ANDROiD 1.6 (FW 1.2.A.1.174) to ANDROiD 2.1 (2.1.1.A.0.6) moved to attachment.
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X10mini/ mini pro FW 2.1.1.0.A.6 INSTALLATION NOTES
1. Download package [2.1.1.A.0.6][email protected]_ag[XDA].7z, choose desired theme version and install it via Xrecovery.
After restart Your phone will have a long first boot, around 10-11 minutes (if You're updating from stock theme), but dont worry phone will boot successfully.
2. If Your phone will go to bootloop (continious restarts) after install above package, i also prepared 2 step installation process to apply framework modifications:
FIRST Use Xrecovery to install desired theme version from package: [2.1.1.A.0.6][email protected]_ag[XDA].7z . Reboot phone and wait until it boot successfully.
SECOND Get and extract file: [2.1.1.A.0.6][email protected]_ag.7z. Copy update.zip for desired theme version to Your SDcard and reboot phone. Use Xrecovery to update framework.
ATTENTION: If You mess the step order Your phone will not boot.
If You have problem with SMS default app and not popup options use the attached version of SuquashiInputMethod.apk file.
Upload it to phone and use Root Explorer to copy and set the correct permissions to this file.
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LAST CHANGES (22.11.2011):
- Added beta version of theme for ThemeChooser
This is for testing purpose ATM. Please install miniCM package again, because stock miniCM framework/apps files are needed for testing. There is no preview available in ThemeChooser, when appying theme ignore message about missing assets and choose "Apply anyway"
REMEMBER: Theme will work correcly ONLY when You choose System theme in ThemeChooser menu.
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Read more about XRecovery: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9913333&postcount=1
To unpack framework packages use FREE application: 7zip
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Android 2.1 screenshots:
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thanks a lot for your work on this!
screenshots please?
Hi draco
I tried your update. Of the theme.
I installed the framework and phone apk i,the call slider is still blue.
And the index icon is still blue etc
Do I need to replace all the apk .
Thanks
U20I(mini pro) restart continous.... not compatible =( and my phone die -.-)
mrc.91 said:
U20I(mini pro) restart continous.... not compatible =( and my phone die -.-)
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I use it my mini pro it works fine.
But certain parts are still blue.
adamo86 said:
I use it my mini pro it works fine.
But certain parts are still blue.
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i use it my mini pro, and dont work... restaring loop....
i sustituyed all APK files... :S
adamo86 said:
Hi draco
I tried your update. Of the theme.
I installed the framework and phone apk i,the call slider is still blue.
And the index icon is still blue etc
Do I need to replace all the apk .
Thanks
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You need to replace following files from zip package:
- Camera.apk
- DownloadProvider.apk
- Phone.apk
For all guys which have problem with restarts and hang ups.
Please don't forget to apply attributes to Phone.apk file, because phone will not work!
chmod 755 /system/app/Phone.apk
draco_ag said:
You need to replace following files from zip package:
- Camera.apk
- DownloadProvider.apk
- Phone.apk
For all guys which have problem with restarts and hang ups.
Please don't forget to apply attributes to Phone.apk file, because phone will not work!
chmod 755 /system/app/Phone.apk
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Thannks a lot it works. Well.
I backed up all files except one file just incase.
Has anyone got the original phone apk for mini pro
So.. This works good on Mini Pro, too? With the apps?
Oh and attached my backup from X10 mini pro including original framework-res
Ravencz said:
So.. This works good on Mini Pro, too? With the apps?
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Which apps are u refering too.the apps in the 1st post work however to make your call slider white instead of blue you will have to download the zip file from the old thread originaly posted by pulloff and the zip file is posted by draco thanks to both.
Does any have the original phone apk. For x10 mini pro can you upload it.
Thanks
adamo86 said:
Which apps are u refering too.the apps in the 1st post work however to make your call slider white instead of blue you will have to download the zip file from the old thread originaly posted by pulloff and the zip file is posted by draco thanks to both.
Does any have the original phone apk. For x10 mini pro can you upload it.
Thanks
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Right.. I'm refering to the apps with changed icons. I'm not sure if there's any difference between Mini and Mini Pro versions of this apk's and I don't wan't to "brick" and recover my phone for the 5th time
I've included the original files to my previous post.
Ravencz said:
Right.. I'm refering to the apps with changed icons. I'm not sure if there's any difference between Mini and Mini Pro versions of this apk's and I don't wan't to "brick" and recover my phone for the 5th time
I've included the original files to my previous post.
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Thanks for the back up are they the original files. For mini pro and are they from the latest firmware.
There is a discussion on pulloff thread about htc icons they work on mini with the latest firmware not sure if they work on pro.
When i open CMD and write adb shell --> i get $
then i write su, but i get permission denied?
I need the # right?
And when i do have the #, will i just copy the 40 lines from here, and then its on the phone?
1.2.A.1.174
That's the latest firmware
adamo86 said:
Thanks for the back up are they the original files. For mini pro and are they from the latest firmware.
There is a discussion on pulloff thread about htc icons they work on mini with the latest firmware not sure if they work on pro.
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The files are straight from my X10 mini pro running 1.2.A.1.174 build
That's what I'm asking. I'd love to use the theme and have it fully black, but I don't want to mess with the funcionality of the apps, if they're different.
Oh well.. I guess I can always download the modified files, extract the assets and do the modification on my own.
Ravencz said:
The files are straight from my X10 mini pro running 1.2.A.1.174 build
That's what I'm asking. I'd love to use the theme and have it fully black, but I don't want to mess with the funcionality of the apps, if they're different.
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Thanks a lot for the files .
I used root explorer.
Easiest way.
Make sure u have rooted your device and have super user installed.
U need root explorer or any explorer which allows you to r/w files.
This is the istructions.
Do it one by one if your scared.
Make sure you mount to r/w and also keep an eye on 1ow icon since it changes back to r/o. When browsing certain folders.
Copy framwork to sytem and set the permission,then move to framworw folders .
Copy the other apk files to sytem and set permission,then move to apps folder.
How to set permission
Hold on to the file e.g framework a list of option will pop up scroll to permission and tick the 1st two boxes on the first line and the 2nd and 3rd line tick the 1st box only ,then un tick any other box which I havnt mentioned.
Then reboot your phone.
Good lick
Don't use root explorer method for htc icon it dosent work.
hypersnap said:
When i open CMD and write adb shell --> i get $
then i write su, but i get permission denied?
I need the # right?
And when i do have the #, will i just copy the 40 lines from here, and then its on the phone?
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You need to Accept superuser permissions in Your phone. Until application won't have it You will receive "Permission denied" message.
For second question - You need to input them one by one.
Ravencz said:
So.. This works good on Mini Pro, too? With the apps?
Oh and attached my backup from X10 mini pro including original framework-res
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Original file for both models added to first post.
draco_ag said:
You need to replace following files from zip package:
- Camera.apk
- DownloadProvider.apk
- Phone.apk
For all guys which have problem with restarts and hang ups.
Please don't forget to apply attributes to Phone.apk file, because phone will not work!
chmod 755 /system/app/Phone.apk
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did that i also installed the original and it keeps saying that it phone apk cannot start...any idea??before i install it i had fron black theme htc and even this doesnt work...
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Hey Guys,
I was asked if i could do a Tutorial how to port themes to HTC Legend. And here it is
Perform a Nandroid Backup first... as usual.
Be careful i am not responsible for any damage at your device.
Method 1 = not changing your system and will integrate it to running system (ADB Method)
Method 2 = new clear install of Rom required (Flashable ZIP)
At first you need a few things:
SDK from Android
Theme-Porter by Daneshm90 (Thanks for support! ) Make sure you are using the newest beta of the program
The Rom of files with the theme in it ( in our example Minimal Matte 1.5 !! NOT THE VERSION FOR LEGEND! from the Thread here at XDA Dev's)
The Rom you are using ( for example Cyanogenmod 6.1 (Thanks to ali Ba for his awesome work))
Update.zip Modifier/Creator
A USB cable
Time
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Let's start.
METHOD 1:
STEP 1:
First you have to use the Theme-Porter so you unzip the folder to C:\Theme-Porter or something similar. In this folder there are two important folders called new and old. So you unzip your Roms and put all files in system/app/ from your current Rom in the folder Theme-Porter/new/app/ and all files from system/framework/ in Theme-Porter/new/framework/. Unpack also the themed Rom and replace files from system/framework/ and system/app/ to old/framework and old/app.
STEP 2:
Run script.bat in root folder of Theme-Porter (C:\Theme-Porter) and select the option you want.
In our case if we want to port Minimal Matte, choose Option 1 because we are porting a froyo rom to a froyo rom.
If you are porting a theme from a hdpi device ( for example Nexus One and Desire ) you have to toggle Hdpi to Mdpi with option 4 ( Legend devices. (has something to do with the resolution)).
If it's ready the files in the Theme-Porter/new folder are themed.
STEP 3:
Unzip the SDK to C:\SDK (make sure in the name of the SDK is no space in it. NOT like this C:\Android SDK ) .
Now Copy the files from Theme-Porter/new to C:\SDK\tools. Like this Theme-Porter/new/framework/framework-res.apk -> C:\SDK\tools\framework-res.apk.
Connect the HTC Legend to the Computer via USB. Go to Clockwork recovery mode via Rom Manager.
Click on restart in Recovery Mode in Rom Manager. Once rebooted go to partition menu and click on mount /system.
Turn now to your PC and follow the steps
STEP 4:
Now go to your comand line (Windows Vista and Windows 7 Start->Type "cmd").
Code:
cd C:\SDK\tools
(or wherever you have placed the SDK, remember NO spaces in folder name, and make backslash = \ and NOT / ). Back in the black window:
Code:
adb shell
exit
Make a folder in C:/framework , C:/app , C:/fonts and so on. Copy the new files in there. It pretends what you want to change.
Code:
adb push C:/framework /system/framework
adb push C:/app /system/app
adb push C:/fonts /system/fonts
Push all files to phone which were themed
If you are ready you can type :
Code:
adb reboot
exit
STEP 5:
The Phone will reboot and your system will be themed.
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METHOD 2:
STEP 1:
It is easier to flash a zip file but sometimes they are not available. ( In our case I contacted shiftedx from Minimal Matte to give him my ported files...)
If you like to create a flashable/themed Rom, you have to download this tool and unpack it to C:\Update-Zip-Packager\ .
STEP 2:
After that copy the unzipped files from the Rom you want to use (Cyanogenmod 6.1 Stable for example) to folder C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere. (should look like this: C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere\META-INF ... )
STEP 3:
Then copy the files from C:\Theme-Porter\new to C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere\system\ . (btw files like fonts or something doesn't have to be ported so copy them from old to new folder.
STEP 4:
Now run script.bat in C:\Update-Zip-Packager\script.bat. select "make Update.zip" with option 2. Ready? Ok then drag update.zip to sdcard of your phone and apply it with rom manager.
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Extras:
I prepared a Cyanogenmod 6.1 Stable Rom with Minimal Matte (included fonts...) and working wifi tether, replaced FileManager with Astro and replaced ADWlauncher with LauncherPro:
Here is the link if somebody wants to use it.
CM6.1 RC 1 with Minimal Matte (Outdated)
DOWNLOAD
The new Stable version of CM6.1 with Minimal Matte
DOWNLOAD
Minimal Matte LD pre release version for CM7 (any version) No wipe needed!
DOWNLOAD
Minimal Matte HD Thread
Note to Screenshots: Theme will not change widgets,Lockscreen, Launcher, Wallpaper. If you want the Lockscreen look at this beautiful Thread. It will change Statusbar, Notification windows, keyboard and fonts.
Works not so well with official Vodafone 2.2 version.
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Great post, thanks for your efforts !
I'll give this a go when my Legend has its screen fixed and report back with questions or success
Eitherway, thank you!
By the way, this thread should be stickied!
Awesome.
Can't wait to get home and try to do some decent themes.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Woooo
Anyone know any decent themes?
Hey parker, did you try it on the rooted 2.2 rom from vodafone?
Currently using: CyanogenMod 6.1.0 RC1
c_man said:
Great post, thanks for your efforts !
I'll give this a go when my Legend has its screen fixed and report back with questions or success
Eitherway, thank you!
By the way, this thread should be stickied!
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All right! I have reorganized the text a bit so you can follow easily.
Westi01 said:
All right! I have reorganized the text a bit so you can follow easily.
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Thank you.
Also thank you for this below, its ideal for most of us!
Westi01 said:
STEP 5:
I prepared a Cyanogenmod 6.1 RC1 Rom with Minimal Matte (included fonts...) and working wifi tether, replaced FileManager with Astro and replaced ADWlauncher with LauncherPro:
Here is the link if somebody wants to use it.
http://www.multiupload.com/UN01TMO9I1
FIXED.
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I look forward to using it soon
hey, just been playing with it for the last hour or so, trying to make a transparent notification bar, it works well when it boots up phone and goes into keyguard mode but once its on the homescreen (and ShootMe isn't running!!) it looks dark and ****.
I had the same problems porting MIUI theme to Legend. Don't know how to fix it at the moment.
Sent from my Legend
tried porting the Elegant steel rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769376&highlight=elegant+steel) to the rooted froyo vodafone rom but it didnt work. =(
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Would something like the transparent MIUI work?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=798661
BicolXpress said:
tried porting the Elegant steel rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769376&highlight=elegant+steel) to the rooted froyo vodafone rom but it didnt work. =(
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Maybe because of the HDPI<-->MDPI
I couldn't even get it to port
Code:
framework-res
Downsizing drawable Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-en-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-land-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
parker09 said:
Maybe because of the HDPI<-->MDPI
I couldn't even get it to port
Code:
framework-res
Downsizing drawable Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-en-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-land-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
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There are Issues with Sense and Themes that are made for example for Cyanogenmod. And try to redownload both Roms and try again it seem to be a wrong MD5Sum or something. The files seem to be corrupt. I have tried to Port the MIUI style but it doesn't work because they modified whole Apks and not only replacing PNGs like the Theme-Porter does.
Westi01 said:
There are Issues with Sense and Themes that are made for example for Cyanogenmod. And try to redownload both Roms and try again it seem to be a wrong MD5Sum or something. The files seem to be corrupt.
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Oh I see.
Westi01 said:
I have tried to Port the MIUI style but it doesn't work because they modified whole Apks and not only replacing PNGs like the Theme-Porter does.
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I tried the one I posted and for the lockscreen it worked perfectly but once the phone gets unlocked thats when the notification bar goes black (I think its from all the other images from the dropdown menu being on top of each other).
parker09 said:
Oh I see.
I tried the one I posted and for the lockscreen it worked perfectly but once the phone gets unlocked thats when the notification bar goes black (I think its from all the other images from the dropdown menu being on top of each other).
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Ah ok. I tried to port the original Theme. Could be that your Link works better.
Maybe this helps someone?
[Application] Mac: Convert HDPI images to MDPI
Are these any good for you guys? I can't test right now, still without my Legend .
[Theme] CM v6.1.0-RC1 / Biffmod 2.1 / Nightly 250 (mdpi)
BlueDark [11/07/10]MDPI Full Roms Cyanogen 6.1RC1
Hey Westi01,
the picture with the surfer girl is pretty awesome. Could you please upload the picture as jpg?!
Westi01!
Is it possible to use your ported Minimal theme without flashing the whole ROM?
I would like to keep my system as it is if possible!
Thank you,
zappelfry said:
Hey Westi01,
the picture with the surfer girl is pretty awesome. Could you please upload the picture as jpg?!
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It's a picture out of UltraLinx Gallery. It a very good Site by the way !
greenolive said:
Westi01!
Is it possible to use your ported Minimal theme without flashing the whole ROM?
I would like to keep my system as it is if possible!
Thank you,
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Look at Method 1 for applying themes without Flashing. You have to use ADB.
AOSP 2.1 Bug List - by FreeX10 (jerpelea and zdzihu)
THE DEV THREAD IS NOT A DISCUSSION THREAD!!!
Because the main DEV thread has become so cluttered with useless posts, i will try to condense all the Bugs and Fixes into the one post here. The DEV thread is not a thread to discuss what you would like to see in the next version, or a thread to ask why something was not included in the ROM. I do not have anything to do with the development of these ROMS but am trying to make life easier for Jerpelea and Zdzihu. If you have questions, answers, bugs or fixes, this is the place to post them.
AOSP 2.1 Changelog (Features that are working, and when they were resolved)
Changelog is here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=464170&d=1292341044
Current Issues and the Corresponding ROM version
** 007a
- Rom is in final release and is quite stable. Few users reporting reboot issues but seem to be related to individual users settings.
- Left button unlocking screen when in lock mode - workaround is to enable pattern unlock feature
- unable to get straight back into xrecovery menu without reinstalling - some users reporting this (myself included) - Fix is to manually reinstall menu using zdzihu's instructions here => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9561575&postcount=1
-
** 007
- sorry, been a bit slack updating this list - PM me if you want anything listed.
** b006
- wifi not coming back after turning it off - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9707776&postcount=4291
- Launcher Pro Plus FC after removing ADW - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9708084&postcount=4296
- [FIX FOUND] Vignette image garbled - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9712316&postcount=4340
make sure you have latest version of Vignette installed - seems to work ok.
- 2G Connection is not constant - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9713159&postcount=4345
- [FIX FOUND]3G not connecting - no APN's - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9713110&postcount=4344 and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9782564&postcount=34
Some users are saying if you manually enter your APN details, it all works
This is a work in progress so please PM me with the problem or post the specific issue here. Over the next few days i will be attempting to compile a list of all the bugs for the various versions of 2.1 AOSP Roms.
Lets keep the dev thread for what it is supposed to be - where the Devs can bounce ideas and list fixes and version releases.
Tim.
Installation Guides
What do you need...
- X10
- Root access (can be obtained many ways - z4root is probably the easiest - download z4root from market)
- ROM file (see below)
- USB cable to connect phone to pc
- zdzihu's Recovery menu needs to be installed also, and for this you need to be on 2.1 - does not work with 1.6 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9561575&postcount=1 or installation guide below.
- patience!
AOSP 2.1 - Black Freedom
- Download ROM file from here => http://hotfile.com/dl/89981020/d198ed1/BlackFreedom_signed_007a.rar.html
- connect phone to pc and mount the SD card.
- Within the .RAR file is a .ZIP file - extract this to your phones SD card and rename it to Update.zip
- reboot phone and enter recovery menu (repeatedly pressing BACK as soon as the Sony Ericsson logo appears)
- a good idea is to take a backup of your phone before going any further - Backup and Restore, and then choose Backup. This will create a folder on your SD Card called XRecovery/Backups and will create a sub-folder for each backup. I have tested renaming these sub-folders to something usefull with no issues!
- Once backup is complete, zdzihu recommends running a "full wipe" - make sure you choose the correct option here, it is on the main screen and says "Factory Reset (full wipe)" - THIS IS AN OPTIONAL STEP
- once wipe is complete, click "Install update.zip from SD Card" - this is why we renamed the .zip file earlier.
- phone will install rom and bring you back to menu when completed. simply reboot and it will launch the AOSP 2.1 ROM
Let me know if these steps are not clear and i will edit them. i did them in 5 minutes before leaving to go away for the weekend
Installation Guide for zdzihu's xrecovery menu
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"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
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}
There are 3 main ways to install this menu. The main method is via the .APK file that zoz33 created.
Other methods are a manual file copy using root explorer or using the old gscript file (outdated method).
I guess you could also ADB but i wont go into that method.
What you need...
- 2.1 ROM on your phone, this will not work with 1.6 Android.
- The files for the install are here - xRecovery 0.2-release
- Phone must have ROOT access and have busybox installed from the market (this is crucial)
Method 1 - APK File
1. Download the APK file and copy it to your phone (attached to this post)
2. Install the APK file and run it.
3. Click on the "Install xRecovery" button. In most cases, this will simply install the menu and you are done!
If you get errors, you may need to try the manual method below.
Method 2 - Manual installation
1. Download the APK file again and rename it to a .zip file (replace .apk with .zip)
2. open the new .zip file and extract the /res/raw folder inside. It should contain 3 files (chargemon, busybox, xrecovery.tar)
3. Using root explorer (and make sure R/W mode is enabled) copy the 3 files listed about directly into /system/bin
4. reboot phone and tap back button until recovery menu appears.
As usual, PM me or post a reply if the instructions are not clear.
Cheers.
Cannot Enter Service Menu
Tried At the lock screen, press home, back, back, home, back, home, home, back (both Home and Menu)
Service Menu.apk does not work, error message flashes to quick to read
I cant install the ASOP using the recovery menu. When I select "Install update.zip from SD Card"
It say " E:Cant open /sdcard/update.zip (No such file or directory)."
Do i have to extract the ERD79_Update_signed_b006.rar? or edit the name? Help needed ASAP!
gohwh1 said:
I cant install the ASOP using the recovery menu. When I select "Install update.zip from SD Card"
It say " E:Cant open /sdcard/update.zip (No such file or directory)."
Do i have to extract the ERD79_Update_signed_b006.rar? or edit the name? Help needed ASAP!
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1. extract ERD79_Update_signed_b006.rar
youcan see 2 folder(apps and HTC_IME) and ERD79_Update_signed_b006.zip
2. copy ERD79_Update_signed_b006.zip to sdcard
3. reboot to recovery mode
4. select Install custom zip
5. select Choose custom zip from sdcard
6. find ERD79_Update_signed_b006.zip in sdcard
7. select ERD79_Update_signed_b006.zip
8. select - yes - install ERD79_Update_signed_b006.zip
9. Wait a few minutes
10. if done. go back to main menu
11. reboot your phone
sory for my english, i want to help.
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x10i ROOTED JIT002
Great now it working! Really thanks. If I decide to go back to Original Sony ROM, how do I go back?
Titanium backup is not picking up root tried z4root but still not working.
i used ConvertTool Decrypted branded ROM list (For unroot or rebrand purpose) (flashtools method) to extract my Original ROM from C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony Ericsson\Update Service\db\13740270 (My os is windows 7 64bit)
and i used X10Flash-2.1 X10 Flash Tool - Always newest Version (14.11.2010) for recovery my x10 to original rom
KamalKhattak said:
Titanium backup is not picking up root tried z4root but still not working.
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tried install busybox from market and run Titanium backup again
standvision said:
tried install busybox from market and run Titanium backup again
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Did but no luck it force closes. Tried to issue su command in terminal emulator it said no root
May be you root again by z4root
and install busybox
Now my rom is original ROOTED+JIT
i can't solve your Problem
the build 2.1 b006 is not rooted just the su installed without the binary files ,but reroot with z4 is working without any problem
Tony_C said:
Tried At the lock screen, press home, back, back, home, back, home, home, back (both Home and Menu)
Service Menu.apk does not work, error message flashes to quick to read
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Tony, what ROM are you using? Is anyone else having this issue?
gohwh1 said:
I cant install the ASOP using the recovery menu. When I select "Install update.zip from SD Card"
It say " E:Cant open /sdcard/update.zip (No such file or directory)."
Do i have to extract the ERD79_Update_signed_b006.rar? or edit the name? Help needed ASAP!
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to help with these posts, i have included an installation guide in the 2nd post now. looks like you have it sorted already but it will help someone else.
original SE camera app?
Hi! i´m really impressed so far, but i love my camera too much.. is there any way we could use the original camera app for 2.1? if there is, that might solve the errors + give us better settings...
thanks
mrtim123 said:
Tony, what ROM are you using? Is anyone else having this issue?
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ASOP 2.1 b006
I'm glad after redoing everything my contact list shows up. Man was it a hassle without it..
last installation it wouldn't appear on my screen. blah lol. All good
mrtim123 said:
to help with these posts, i have included an installation guide in the 2nd post now. looks like you have it sorted already but it will help someone else.
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Thanks but after I backup my stuff, I just install the ASOP ROM without doing a full wipe, will it affect anything? I thought by installing new ROM, all stuff will automatically being wiped?
Now i install AOSP 2.1 build b006 again
i can't access internet 2g from gsm
how to setup for internet acces
Okey. I decrypted the latest firmware for you guys to flash it
unrooted (can use bin4ry flasher) and rooted firmware (read below)
it's a chinese firmware.
Unrooted .sins for bin4ry flasher
hotfile:http://hotfile.com/dl/92146294/5a928fd/1241-5072_2.1.7z.html
mediafire:http://www.mediafire.com/?h2wg0hl92xbmh00
UPDATE use loader.sin at the attachment. I packaged the wrong loader.sin in the 1241-5072_2.1.7z.
update2 actually, you can use both loader.sin. tried it
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Rooted for internal flashing using unyaffs:
Instruction for internal flash using unyaffs (tested and works fine, thanks to the testers)
-for rooted 1.6 users only. if you have 1.6 unrooted, root it using SuperOneClick and proceed. if you have unrooted 2.1, go back to 1.6 and root
1st version
1-download firmware files. http://hotfile.com/dl/92146294/5a928fd/1241-5072_2.1.7z.html or http://www.mediafire.com/?h2wg0hl92xbmh00
(download loader.sin at the attachment, and extract it inside extracted firmware folder)
2-download newx8rooted.yaffs.7z(this is 1st version, for 2nd and 3rd version, refer link below) http://hotfile.com/dl/92304996/f21a3a4/newx8rooted.unyaffs.7z.html or http://www.mediafire.com/?g7b7v5bhriqrqyc
3-extract newx8rooted.unyaffs.7z to the root of your sdcard (3 files - newx8rooted.yaffs.img, busybox, unyaffs)
4-download install.sh.zip in the attachment and extract to root of your sdcard.
5-issue this command in adb shell
Code:
su
cd /sdcard
sh install.sh
6-flash firmware files with bin4ry flasher by removing system.sin
update: works for janlugt and muzic_demon should be working fine for others.
update 2: working on pre-installed xrecovery and busybox
update 3: chinese apps removed and now with preinstalled xrecovery and busybox (download 2nd version below)
2nd version
download here (3 files newx8.yaffs.img, busybox, unyaffs)
http://hotfile.com/dl/92367956/2ec17ca/newx8.rooted.yaffs.v2.7z.html OR
http://www.mediafire.com/?h3tfdxt13zoc4g8
Changes in v2:
-many apps removed
-busybox included
-xrecovery included (to get it work, download busybox from the attachment, replace the current busybox)
-unyaffs and mkfs.yaffs2 included to make your own modified rom later.
3rd version
download here (3 files newx8.yaffs.img, busybox, unyaffs) :
http://hotfile.com/dl/92662909/e5a90c6/newx8rooted.yaffs.v3.1.7z.html OR
http://www.mediafire.com/?96c6v6amp1c6wj6
What's new in v3
Same as v2 +
-xrecovery works well.
-new gingerbread theme.
Version 3.5
download here (3 files newx8.yaffs.img, busybox, unyaffs) :
http://hotfile.com/dl/92880350/f2257e0/newx8rooted.yaffs.v3.5.7z.html OR
http://www.mediafire.com/?zgd3mekon19cwt1
What's new in v3.5
Same as v3 +
-preloaded with JIT (tested and works fine - CPU score up to 755)
gmail and gtalk removed. download below. at /system/app
Steps to flash 2nd and 3rd version same as 1st version. just newx8.yaffs.img file different
New-if you have the older version of this firmware and want to install the new version, go back to 1.6 and root it again then follow the steps is the best way.
Backup all your data, settings and apps using titanium backup.
In case you wanted the app removed.:
http://hotfile.com/dl/92531751/9c9cc05/applications.2.0.2.A.0.24.7z.html
http://www.mediafire.com/?54cmvlby223d8dj
apps in /system/app
http://hotfile.com/dl/92531743/c3b5fd8/app.7z.html
http://www.mediafire.com/?vd7v3gh897rnfdk
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version 1 and 2
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"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"
}
version 3
Version 3.5
Uhh nice
Waiting for the Rooted Firmware!
propc said:
Okey. I decrypted the latest firmware for you guys to flash it using bin4ry flasher
this firmware is unrooted. rooted firmware will come. just wait . still testing it.
btw, it's a chinese firmware.
here you go:
hotfile:
http://hotfile.com/dl/92146294/5a928fd/1241-5072_2.1.7z.html
mediafire:
http://www.mediafire.com/?h2wg0hl92xbmh00
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changelog???
suhel28 said:
changelog???
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Click to collapse
I will release the external boot version after this. testing the root. lazy to type the changelog
suhel28 said:
changelog???
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Click to collapse
No changes except minor performance improvements
And maybe bug fixes
No kernel update no app update..
Waiting for rooted imgs
Tried myself but I don't know how to create .img from files in windows if that is possible.
Sent from my E15i using XDA App
muzik_demon said:
No changes except minor performance improvements
And maybe bug fixes
No kernel update no app update..
Waiting for rooted imgs
Tried myself but I don't know how to create .img from files in windows if that is possible.
Sent from my E15i using XDA App
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you cannot use unyaffs windows compiled. the extracted result won't be the same. I used ubuntu compiled unyaffs. success rooting it, but some problem with SuperUser.apk.
muzik_demon said:
No changes except minor performance improvements
And maybe bug fixes
No kernel update no app update..
Waiting for rooted imgs
Tried myself but I don't know how to create .img from files in windows if that is possible.
Sent from my E15i using XDA App
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Click to collapse
http://theunlockr.com/2010/03/26/ho...om-for-android-part-1-setting-up-the-kitchen/
To create a rooted system.img for others:
install xRecovery, use xRecovery to flash original system.img, while still in recovery, push su to /system/bin/ and superuser.apk to /system/app.
chmod 4755 /system/bin/su
chmod 755 /system/app/superuser.apk
now, reinstall xRecovery (3 files to /system/bin/)
Ok, done.
Reboot to xRecovery, create backup, share system.img from your backup.
P.S. i believe flashing kernel.img only from new update should be enough, other improvements are only in timescape ui, don't think anyone cares.
How does it work ???!!!!
Please explain more ...
I used external flash but nothing's changed !
paradise_human said:
How does it work ???!!!!
Please explain more ...
I used external flash but nothing's changed !
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=883890
but this is for x10. maybe not far from X8
1-Fells faster overall
2-Multitouch is not implemented
3-Unlock animation is more fluid and more responsive
4-the keyboard is now white and grey, like HTC: i really impressing this one. Cute.
5-unlike the the previous 2.1, every time you close apps its goes back to the application list not Home screen
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propc said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=883890
but this is for x10. maybe not far from X8
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Yeah I read that edit...
I'll probably wont update my phone for such minor changes
maybe some major changes will be coming...
Yes i read some news that the SE developers start working on 2.2 for X10 and maybe X8 will also get froyo next year.
bnight said:
Yes i read some news that the SE developers start working on 2.2 for X10 and maybe X8 will also get froyo next year.
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Not 2.2 SE start working on 2.3
They have started working for gingerbread but it doesnt mention its for x10 or x8
Thats what worries me!
But before that the new X12 will have 2.2 android with mean that SE can and will release 2.2 first this year and after that the X12 will get an update to 2.3
I know there is no big changes, but I'm just to excited to modify this new firmware and share with you guys.
edit: yaffs image for unyaffs method is ready. need someone to test it.
x12 wont be released with 2.2 froyo directly with gingerbread
Lets i hope we get 2.3 if not atleast froyo and multitouch!
If this is true i suppose that we also will get 2.3 and as SE say that the X12 will be out for the Barcelona convention on 18 February i thing that January will be an exiting month for the XPERIA owners.
So, is it worth the trouble all over again? Is there really a new keyboard like for the X10?
DerEineDa said:
So, is it worth the trouble all over again? Is there really a new keyboard like for the X10?
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the keyboard is the same. maybe some speed improvement. need official changelog from SE to know the real changes
PORTED APPS
NO MORE UPDATES/SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT DISCONTINUED LONG TIME BACK
Xperia Play Live wallpaper (Installation)
{
"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"
}
[*]Xperia Arc Timescape (Installation)
[*]SE Backup & Restore(Installation)
[*]Xperia Play Games(Installation)
Xperia Play Live Wallpaper
TESTED ON 2.3, REPORTED NOT WORKING ON 2.2
Download Xrecovery Version
Xperia Arc Timescape (Retail Dump)
WORKS ON ALL DEVICES & ALL FROYO+ ROMS ONLY
Updates timeline
05/04/2011 Font fixes
NOTE:
Any xrecovery file downloaded from here, shall install apps as well as set permissions to 777 for all necessary files or uninstall the apps as required
HOW TO INSTALL
Download the zip file
Flash using xrecovery.
After doing this just goto your apps drawer, find timescape and you are good to go
Goto system folder using root explorer and do the following in your build.prop file
Edit the following line
From
ro.product.manufacturer= "whatever name here''
To
ro.product.manufacturer= Sony Ericsson
[*]Add a new line
ro.semc.timescape_keys=Sony_Ericsson_Xperia
XRECOVERY VERSION
Retail Arc Timescape Normal version (also compatibile with Wolfbreaks rom) (Installer) (Uninstaller)
Retail Arc Timescape LDPIv1 for LDPI/smaller screens download (Installer) (Uninstaller)
APKS ONLY - Not flashable
Widget pack: Photo widget, genie widget and desk clock
Simply copy these apks to system/app using Root explorer and set their permissions to 777
Compatible with timescape normal version, download here
Compatible with LDPI version, download here
SE Backup & Restore
UPDATE 11/4/11
IF YOU GET ERROR ''CANT READ FILE'' WHILE RESTORING A BACKUP DOWNLOAD THIS [LINK REMOVED AS SOMEONE CLAIMED RIGHTS TO THIS FILE funny world lol ]
Installing update
1. Download DeskClock.apk above
2. Using root explorer, paste it in system/app
3. Set permissions to 777 (all boxes checked)
4. Now try restoring the file that previously said ''cant read file''; it should work now
Installing Backup & restore app
Goto system folder using root explorer and edit the below entry in build.prop
From
ro.product.manufacturer= "whatever name here''
To
ro.product.manufacturer= Sony Ericsson
Then download BACKUP & RESTORE here and install.
Xperia Play Games
Tetris (Xrecovery)
Reserved for future use
Hi,
I did this tutorial and managed to install the application. However, when restoring a backup the application to unexpectedly and seeks to force the lock.
The process that the error is: com.spritemobile.backup.semc2
sorry for the pour english. i'm from brasil.
myth999 said:
ERRORS WILL RESULT IN FORCE CLOSE
This app has been cracked so that it can run and load on CM6 v3.3...
HOWEVER THERE ARE FC SO YOU CANT BACKUP OR RESTORE YET
Still if anyone wants to install then replace your old build.prop file with the one attached here after renaming it from "build.prop.txt" to "build.prop"... and then install the app.
If it says LOCKED. Then just reboot your phone. Then try the app.
Am working on the force close....
WHY TO REPLACE BUILD PROP?
So that the app gets tricked into accepting your phone as a licensed one
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Can you make a build.prop for a e10a pleaseeee. thanks a lot and sorry for my english
Hey
I have a request...after you are successful in running this app on cyanogenmod...can u consider cracking trackid app..
i despirately need that app...soundhound doesnt work that good for me
[edited trackid app]
Hey
I have a request...after you are successful in running this app on cyanogenmod...can u consider cracking trackid app..
i despirately need that app...soundhound doesnt work that good for me
Click to expand...
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I got this Track id app edited to run on my CM6 Floyo v3.3...
Runs fine for me however cant test if its working coz ma 3G's down...
so you can test it for me
sognare69 said:
Can you make a build.prop for a e10a pleaseeee. thanks a lot and sorry for my english
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I need a copy of your build.prop to make one for you. However if you change the following things in your build.prop your prob should be solved
ro.product.model= E10a
ro.product.brand= SEMC
ro.product.name= E10a_1238-7170
ro.product.device= E10a
ro.product.manufacturer= Sony Ericsson
If you are too afraid to change things dont worry, make the changes using Root Explorer it will automatically backup your original file
P.S. There is Force Close so the app wont be useful as of now
myth999 said:
I got this Track id app edited to run on my CM6 Floyo v3.3...
Runs fine for me however cant test if its working coz ma 3G's down...
so you can test it for me
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It Force Closes on my cell..do I need to modify my build.prop before using it
P.S I did try editing my build.prop according to the one you posted
But its still giving me a force close
Hey build.prop need not be edited for track id.
That build.prop thingy was for backup and restore app.
As for track id, it doesn't force close on my cell. So if you could check the logcat and tell me why it force closes then I can help
Sent from my Mini Pro CM6 Floyo v3.3
(With timescape xperia arc version)
Here's the alogcat log
thanks for helping
Not much worth it
This stupid app doesn't seem to record anything on my phone i guess some supporting files from 2.1 might be missing.
heres ma logcat
For the backup&restore I looked into the source, there is a manufacturer whitelist:
So, this line in the build.prop:
ro.product.manufacturer=SE
needs to be:
ro.product.manufacturer=Sony Ericsson
or
ro.product.manufacturer=SEMC
Tried the first, licensing passed with that one. Now FC, if I hit anything So time for learning how to do a logcat
Cheers, arch
Hey arch
Thnx for the help
I alrdy got thruu with the licensing stuff now tryin to wrk arnd the FC.
As for logcat, cnnct cell using usb,
Goto cmd prompt
Type adb logcat
U will be displayed live events occuring on ur cell
And to clear the logcat when its overloaded
Use adb logcat -c
Sent from my Mini Pro CM6 Floyo v3.3
(With timescape xperia arc version)
after i back up i will test timescape on my phone. (i got a xperia x10)
wil write results soon....
PARSE error on stock 2.1 BB 2.1.55
U wld need froyo then I guess
Thnx fr tryin dude
Sent from my Mini Pro CM6 Floyo v3.3
(With timescape xperia arc version)
Hey guys I was able to get a script (now an APP) together to reboot into recovery (xRecovery / FreeXperia Recovery) from within the OS.
firstly i would like to thank Bin4ry & Androxyde for the FlashTool and the option to "reboot into xrecovery from flashtool" as this mod/script is based on that..
and tremendouz and wiedz for inspiration...
DO NOT TRY THIS IF U USE DATA2SD... THIS CANNOT WORK, FOR NOW, ALONG WITH DATA2SD...
new features include:
cleaner layout
new UI
working themes!
and u will be entitled to future upgrades
Screenshots:
On X10:
{
"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"
}
On Xperia 2011 / Other Androids:
if u like the app please buy the paid app to support our work
P.S.: Older versions are available in 2nd post and will be kept for XDA users...
FOR OLDER VERSIONS (which will be kept FREE) please refer to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1085896
<OLD FILES | For Reference ONLY>
This is great! Good job
Only 2.1?work with CM7?
Only for reference
<OLD FILES>
FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS KEPT ONLY FOR REFERENCE
NO NEED TO USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING UPDATE.ZIPS
[*] UPDATE: links to a few update.zip files which can be flashed via recovery are below. [*]
(UNIVERSAL FOR ALL XPERIA ANROIDS, ANY RECOVERY)
[ADDED]: Universal flashable update.zip for ALL ROMs / ALL Xperia Android devices with ANY Recovery
(THESE ARE FOR X10 ONLY)
[ADDED]: Flashable update.zip for 2.1 ROMs based on SE stock FW with xRecovery 0.3-release
[ADDED]: Flashable update.zip for 2.1 ROMs based on SE stock FW with xRecovery installed through Flashtool v0.2.8
[ADDED]: Flashable update.zip for 2.2 ROMs based on FreeX10-beta4
[ADDED]: Flashable update.zip for 2.3 ROMs based on CM7RC2 v008 to v010a
[ADDED]: Universal flashable update.zip for ALL ROMs with xRecovery installed through Flashtool beta v0.2.9
[USER TESTS]:
Mortyx10 has reported that the flashable update.zip for 2.2 ROMs based on FreeX10-beta4 works on Wolf CM6 V4.4
Xperia84 has reported that the flashable update.zip for 2.2 ROMs based on FreeX10-beta4 works on Wolf CM6.1.3 V4.5.7
PLEASE MAKE A FULL XRECOVERY/NANDROID BACKUP BEFORE TRYING ANY SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS LIKE THIS
[AUTOMATED WAY] (Difficulty: Medium)
Flashable update.zips
(UNIVERSAL FOR ALL XPERIA ANROIDS, ANY RECOVERY)
Universal flashable update.zip for ALL ROMs / ALL Xperia Android devices with ANY Recovery
<OLD FILES>
(ONLY FOR X10)
Flashable update.zip for 2.1 ROMs based on SE stock FW with xRecovery 0.3-release
Flashable update.zip for 2.1 ROMs based on SE stock FW with xRecovery installed through Flashtool v0.2.8
Flashable update.zip for 2.2 ROMs based on FreeX10-beta4 [Thank you JimmyX10 for helping out with testing this]
Flashable update.zip for 2.3 ROMs ROMs based on CM7RC2 v008 to v010a [Thank you bazji, tremendouz, depulle87, lzyllp for helping out with testing this]
Universal flashable update.zip for ALL ROMs with xRecovery installed through Flashtool beta v0.2.9
[OLD INFO] | [USE ONLY IF THE AUTOMATED WAY DOESNT WORK] (Difficulty: Hard)
Additionally please make certain that u can use flashtool to flash a stock FW incase u run into any problems and that the device is fairly charged >50% battery before trying this.
*** I have tested it to be working on:
2.3 (CM7RC2-v010 & CM7RC2-v010a)
2.2 (freex10-beta4)
2.1 (FW 2.1.0.435) [should also work with other 2.1 FW]
***
* warning *
this requires some advanced knowledge on how to modify system files, all step required are mentioned here, though if u are uncomfortable with it i will be attaching some pre-modified file for vanilla roms, which should work with most custom roms. in case they dont work u can just upload the 'chargemon' file located in /system/bin/ here and i will repost it the necessary modifications.
[MANUAL WAY]
[step 1] Modify boot hijack file 'chargemon'
(not required if u are on 2.1 stock se rom and have used Flashtool 0.2.8 to install xrecovery, in which case these modifications will already be in place)
- this file is located in /system/bin/
- make a backup of this file, on the sdcard, before editing
- i would recommend using Root Explorer to navigate to this file, mount the partition as r/w (click "Mount R/W" in upper right hand corner)
- long press on the 'chargemon' file this will bring up a menu and select "Open in Text Editor"
- find the following lines of text
Code:
if [ -s /dev/keycheck ]
then
- and modify it to the following
Code:
if [ -s /dev/keycheck -o -f /data/local/tmp/flashtool ]
then
# remove 'reboot into xrec' file
rm -f /data/local/tmp/flashtool
*** ONLY for those who have offline charging enabled in their roms (if u are uncertain about this just check if there is a file named 'charger' in /system/bin/ , most custom roms will have this feature) i have done some additional thing here, i have moved the placement of the command for the offline-charger file 'charger' to the beginning of this script so that even if anyone get stuck up at boot atleast they will be able to charge the device without getting into the OS. also please check for any other occurrence of the command '/system/bin/charger' anywhere else in the file, if there is another then just put a # in front of it like '# /system/bin/charger' ***
*** if u dont have the /system/bin/charger file then dont bother with the following code ***
Code:
/system/bin/charger
if [ -s /dev/keycheck -o -f /data/local/tmp/flashtool ]
then
# remove 'reboot into xrec' file
rm -f /data/local/tmp/flashtool
- once u finish editing click on menu button and "Save & Exit"
- now u need to check the permissions of the 'chargemon' file. if u using Root Explorer navigate to '/system/bin/' then "mount r/w" and long press on 'chargemon' file and select 'Permissions'... make sure the permissions are as follows:
- after this i would suggest u restart the device to check if u are able to access xreovery the normal way (repeatedly pressing/tapping 'back' key when u see SE text logo) and if the device boot up into the OS without any issue
- incase everything goes well make a backup of this modified 'chargemon' file too, in case u have any problems put up a post here
* i will also be attaching some pre-modified generic files for vanilla roms, which should work with most custom roms. *
[step 2] the actual Reboot into xRecovery script
- u need to install the following app GScript Lite, our fellow XDA member rogro82 has posted this tool here
- after installing, launch the app, click on menu button, "Add Script"..
- fill up the text boxes as follows:
- u need to enter some name in the smaller textbox and the following into the large textbox:
Code:
touch /data/local/tmp/flashtool
reboot
* some custom roms are not permitting reboot command if SU rights are not there... u need to make sure that the option "Need SU?" is checked (ticked) else the device wont be able to reboot from the script... *
- now save the script
- u can create a shortcut on the homescreen to GScipt Lite and select the reboot into xrecovery script
- if u try running the script a popup for SU permissions might come up, this will only come the first time its run, select "Allow" and then ur device will reboot into xrecovery...
- thats it! now whenever u want to reboot into xrecovery just launch the shortcut!!!
also if anyone could integrate this into the Reboot options in Power menu it would be great for everyone!!!
may be modders/themers can add this into their reboot options of power menu in their themes...
for specific threads of other Xperia android devices go HERE
DooMLoRD said:
It will work with all roms!
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I can't into the xrecovery and still into system when i run it(J's CM7)
Great idea! This would be even better if you could make it into some kind of apk to be able to do the nessesary changes?
Edit
I misunderstood. So for now reboot to recovery through power menu is still not possible? It would be great if it would be possible to make reboot to recovery possible through an apk or a newer modified recovery menu.
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Well done! xlnt
lzyllp said:
I can't into the xrecovery and still into system when i run it(J's CM7)
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hmm i have tested it with freex10-beta4... hmm ok... which version of CM7 rom r u using?
i am flashing CM7RC2 v010 right now for testing it...
in any case upload ur 'chargemon' file from /system/bin/ here... i will do the necessary changes...
steve.adams.x10 said:
Great idea! This would be even better if you could make it into some kind of apk to be able to do the nessesary changes?
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thanks dude....
the thing is i dont know how to make apps (apk)... if someone can create the apk it will be great!!!
DooMLoRD said:
hmm i have tested it with freex10-beta4... hmm ok... which version of CM7 rom r u using?
i am flashing CM7RC2 v010 right now for testing it...
but as far as i can tell it should work on all roms...
in any case upload ur 'chargemon' file from /system/bin/ here... i will do the necessary changes...
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010 i use.I think the xrecovery have some change in CM7.
lzyllp said:
010 i use.I think the xrecovery have some change in CM7.
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xrecovery is in /data/tmp on all roms
freex10 recovery (cm7) is in /system/recovery
lzyllp said:
I can't into the xrecovery and still into system when i run it(J's CM7)
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+1 same here, also CM7 V010 and I can't get into Xrec now
PoTi_96 said:
xrecovery is in /data/tmp on all roms
freex10 recovery (cm7) is in /system/recovery
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actually its in /system/bin/ for most roms.. in cm7 its in /system/recovery/ and if u use flashtool 0.2.8 to install xrecovery (on 2.1 roms) its in /system/recovtools/
but the thing is we are not touching xrec at the moment... i have jsut suggested changes to chargemon file, which will later execute commands to extract xrecovery, so only the 'if' condition is changed and one delete (rm) command added...
DooMLoRD said:
actually its in /system/bin/ for most roms.. in cm7 its in /system/recovery/ and if u use flashtool 0.2.8 to install xrecovery (on 2.1 roms) its in /system/recovtools/
but the thing is we are not touching xrec at the moment... i have jsut suggested changes to chargemon file, which will later execute commands to extract xrecovery, so only the 'if' condition is changed and one delete (rm) command added...
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you can make it work with CM7?
Would this be easier if you could make a flashable zip of your modded chargemon and have download links for separete versions like 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3?
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Sorry,I miss some word in Script.I will test it with CM7 again.
depulle87 said:
+1 same here, also CM7 V010 and I can't get into Xrec now
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could u atleast boot into cm7?
i am flashing the baseband and file right now... will try it myself...
in CM7RC2 v010... the device seems to get stuck up at the SE text logo...
please do not install this on 2.3 roms... till the problems get rectified...
my sincere apologies...
steve.adams.x10 said:
Would this be easier if you could make a flashable zip of your modded chargemon and have download links for separete versions like 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3?
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yes steve i am plannin on doing that... right now tested it myself on 2.2 rom... now testing on 2.3 and 2.1...
will put up the update.zip files in a few hrs...
DooMLoRD said:
could u atleast boot into cm7?
i am flashing the baseband and file right now... will try it myself...
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Yes everything else still works no strange things found