Need advice for Xperia U ROM - Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go

Guys I want to know which is the best custom ROM for xperia u st25i which can be flashed without rooting and unlocking bootloader....i know all ROMs are good in their own ways but am looking for one which can provide good battery backup, wifi and stuff working along with smooth interface(i mean no lags if possible)....also plzz tell me if flashing custom ROM without root and bootloader unlock voids warranty....your help is really appreciated....thanx in advance....
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Stock GB with locked bootloader

You cannot have a custom rom without root
Please dont create best rom threads
I use Zperience rom. Try it
FAST SMOOTH STABLE

Dude, NO BEST CUSTOM ROM THREAD IS ALLOWED IN XDA YO!!!!!
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Ok dude I didn't knew it was such....nyways could I know ( if thats permitted) which is another good stock ROM besides GB stock .184 in terms of battery backup and functionality....(hope that's nothing to do with root as I am cautious about warranty void)
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jass8669 said:
Ok dude I didn't knew it was such....nyways could I know ( if thats permitted) which is another good stock ROM besides GB stock .184 in terms of battery backup and functionality....(hope that's nothing to do with root as I am cautious about warranty void)
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You wont void your warranty with flashinh new rom coz you can always go back to stock one with sus.....there is no best rom, all of them is worth to try, because all of us had different tastes, and thats why there is a plenty of cus roms...
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Thanx 4 the reply but are there any stock roms similar or better than stock GB. 184.....if left with no options I will have to go for root of course.....
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jass8669 said:
Thanx 4 the reply but are there any stock roms similar or better than stock GB. 184.....if left with no options I will have to go for root of course.....
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You need root your phone so you can install cwm, with you can flash roms and other great stuff from devs, well iv tryied Xperience lite, Terra rom and now im downloading Zperience rom, so far all roms are good and fast, but their optons and other stuff are related to your owne interests so you should try a couple of them and decide which one is better for, and offcourse you should flash cybershot mod for your camera coz in stock ics camera sucks, this mod improves it

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OP just read and test for yourself....

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Help me installing this ROM..and hi

First of all,hi,i'm Gabriel and i'm new in here,i got my SGA 2 weeks ago and i'm really loving the phone..I just rooted my phone and i'm thinking about installing a ROM in it,this one specifically http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1493143
But i don't know how to,and i'm a real noob when it comes to this stuff,and also if there's a tutorial about this i'm sorry because searched everywhere for one but i didn't find any that i understood..
Please help me, how can i install this rom into my phone,and i have 1 dowd,if i install it and i don't like it,is there a way to unnistall?
Oh and if someone can point me to a better rom i'd apreciate it,i'm looking for a rom that doesn't drain so much battery,it's good looking and it giver a better performance in games n stuff =p
And again,sorry if i'm doing something wrong
Thanks.
lol cm7= battery drainer
use stock based roms like
xperiatized
themythace
s>g<s II revolved
htc themed
black snow
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or razr ui wich is based in cm7 but has awesome battery
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Hi . First, you must have clockworkmod(cwm5) .. Reboot the recovery . Now wipe cache,data and dalvik. Go to install from SD card . Search your ROM file. Select it example: (IcSrom.zip) Flash it n wait. After that just reboot n wait.. Congrats u have a custom rom on ur phone now.IF u don't like the rom. Flash a stock gingerbread with Odin or use other custom rom. For me All the rom best!!!
Here cwm5 download link :
dialandroid.com/2011/12/how-to-install-clockworkmodcwm-on-s5830.html
Press thank if u think I help you
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spacecaker said:
or razr ui wich is based in cm7 but has awesome battery
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Where can i find this razr ui rom? all i found was http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1478739
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1478807
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what does "flash cwn4" means?
houtz said:
what does "flash cwn4" means?
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clockworkmod 4 = an recovery for ace wich allows you to flash roms
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question,if i install the razr ui rom,will i lose all my apps?
houtz said:
question,if i install the razr ui rom,will i lose all my apps?
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Yes if you install amy rom it will be wiped
But make backupp with cwm then ur apps can be back or use titanium backupp
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I suggest u use titanium backup as u will be able to install again, only the apps u requiere
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Best ROM

Hey so I'm coming from the i9000 section I'm very confident with flashing ROMS and mods and stuff like that but obviously every phone is different, what would be the best most stable ROM ? What I'm looking for
*stock styling (stock launcher like in 2.1)
*good battery life
*stability
*lots of features
*the slide to remove notification feature (this is probably my biggest ask, if there is a mod that can do this on stock firmware it would be great)
*clear instructions to check if bootloader is locked and if it is how to unlock it
*clear rooting and flashing guide thanks
By the way looking for this for mini pro
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Try the MiniCM7 its rubble and looks much like the org Im running MiniCM9 mimmi that is very sweet to
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while it is not stock i like minicm7 by naa. and when the bugs of minicm9 is ironed out i think it will be the next best thing.
I saw that but it had adw launcher, is there any ports of the stock launcher for ics?
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Anyone? A guide?
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calum96 said:
Anyone? A guide?
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I would start with MiniCM7Pro by Paul-xxx from this link.
It looks close to stock Android Gingerbread and it doesn't require you to mess with your bootloader or a custom kernel.
Steps are:
Get Flashtool
Root the phone
Install CWM
Press the backbutton on kernel-logo to get into CWM.
In CWM do the usual wipes (factory-reset/data, cache, dalvik-cache, battery stats)
Then install the ROM from your sd-card and reboot
Thanks a lot! since it is on 2.1 can I just use a once click app method? To do this then use ROM manager to install cwm?
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calum96 said:
Thanks a lot! since it is on 2.1 can I just use a once click app method? To do this then use ROM manager to install cwm?
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Don't have experience with ROM manager, if it works on stock 2.1 then it will probably install CWM fine, I've got a CWM install zip for xRecovery (I install xRecovery with flashtool ,then install zip from sd-card and choose the CWM-install zip)
It is in a thread here somewhere, can't remember where though.
After that just flash the ROM with it.
Thanks a lot if it isn't to much to ask what exactly would I need to unlock the boot loader for?
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calum96 said:
Thanks a lot if it isn't to much to ask what exactly would I need to unlock the boot loader for?
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search for S1Tool, it will give you the information you need to determine if it is safe to unlock your bootloader. (basically, if you have an SEMC simlock certificate you should be ok, if it states unknown simlock certificate, you're more than likely to brick your phone) (and look on the sticker under the back-cover of the phone, if it's on or after (year)11(week)29 (11w29) there is a chance of hard-bricking your phone too)
If it is safe, there is an unlock-option in Flashtool, under the plugins-menu that should do the trick.
Thanks what's the advantages of having it unlocked?
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calum96 said:
Thanks what's the advantages of having it unlocked?
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You can install custom kernels and have a wider choice of ROMS to choose from for your phone.
I think the best ROM for x10 mini/mini pro are miniCM9!:good:
It,s very stable and it still in development!
TemplexZ said:
I think the best ROM for x10 mini/mini pro are miniCM9!:good:
It,s very stable and it still in development!
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i disagree minicm9 still needs a lot of improvement. minicm7 is still the best
demoniacs said:
i disagree minicm9 still needs a lot of improvement. minicm7 is still the best
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I disagree, minicm9 works better then minicm7 in terms of speed and stability. Not to mention the UI of ICS is better then GB. All I have issue is with video playback (qualcomm's fault).
ruifung said:
I disagree, minicm9 works better then minicm7 in terms of speed and stability. Not to mention the UI of ICS is better then GB. All I have issue is with video playback (qualcomm's fault).
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Lol, it is NOT Qualcomm's fault, they would have helped if it was possible. If anyone is to blame, it is Google, for choosing a newer SOC with more possibilities as base for ICS.
SmG67 said:
I would start with MiniCM7Pro by Paul-xxx from this link.
It looks close to stock Android Gingerbread and it doesn't require you to mess with your bootloader or a custom kernel.
Steps are:
Get Flashtool
Root the phone
Install CWM
Press the backbutton on kernel-logo to get into CWM.
In CWM do the usual wipes (factory-reset/data, cache, dalvik-cache, battery stats)
Then install the ROM from your sd-card and reboot
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You can use xRecovery if you dont have CWM
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for me the best ROM is MINICM9. The only things that need to be ironed out are the Loudspeaker distortion, the earpiece sound bug while in a call and the lagginess when opening an app or someone is calling. Otherwise its perfect! (for me at least)
Thanks I just checked her phone tonight it was under the year week thing with right baseband and update version for miniprocm7 but didn't have access to a of so couldn't check sim lock, so assuming that's okay do I just connect it check unlock bootloader and run? Or is there anything else I need to know?
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DarksonDAP said:
for me the best ROM is MINICM9. The only things that need to be ironed out are the Loudspeaker distortion, the earpiece sound bug while in a call and the lagginess when opening an app or someone is calling. Otherwise its perfect! (for me at least)
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I think I'll wait till that ROM is completely stable as she's not the most technical person in the world
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Help rooting my phone.

I want to root my Galaxy S2 and have ICS or Jelly Bean or the best possible. I have been reading guides and tutorials on how to do this. I don't want anything to go wrong or brick my phone. One guide said I should get a new kernal, custom rom and a new OS to maximise the performance possible. All of this is getting very confusing for me and I don't know which direction to go. There are also two popular methods of rooting a Galaxy S2 which is using super one click or flashing an insecure kernal and then rooting the s2 using odin. I don't know which method is better but I would like to keep all the data in my apps which can be done using titanium backup. I would also like to have clockwork mod just incase anything goes wrong. The guides also said the best custom rom is by cyanagenmod. Could someone push me in the right direction and tell me what I should do and what I shouldn't.
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I want to root my Galaxy S2 and have ICS or Jelly Bean or the best possible. I have been reading guides and tutorials on how to do this. I don't want anything to go wrong or brick my phone. One guide said I should get a new kernal, custom rom and a new OS to maximise the performance possible. All of this is getting very confusing for me and I don't know which direction to go. There are also two popular methods of rooting a Galaxy S2 which is using super one click or flashing an insecure kernal and then rooting the s2 using odin. I don't know which method is better but I would like to keep all the data in my apps which can be done using titanium backup. I would also like to have clockwork mod just incase anything goes wrong. The guides also said the best custom rom is by cyanagenmod. Could someone push me in the right direction and tell me what I should do and what I shouldn't.
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What ROM are you on right now. Could you please attach a screenshot of the about section of your phone so that its easier to hand you the links to correct kernel? Briefly, what you need to do is to search the cf root thread by chainfire, get the cf root closest to your kernel version, and flash it to gain root access. What exactly would you like? Stock or custom rom? ICS or JB?
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I got a stock rom right now. Exactly how it was when I first got the phone. Haven't updated. What is cf root? And can't I root using super one click? I want the jelly bean if that's the best I can get without any bugs or problems.
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bhavik_sheth said:
I got a stock rom right now. Exactly how it was when I first got the phone. Haven't updated. What is cf root? And can't I root using super one click? I want the jelly bean if that's the best I can get without any bugs or problems.
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I'm sorry. I may not be able to help you right now, almost forgot I had an appointment with the doctor.... need to hurry. If I come back early, I'll try to respond. Meanwhile, some expert may come and answer your questions soon. Hang on tyt
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update ur phone to stock ics then root ur phone with the guide bellow and then flash custom roms
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
I need to root my phone and then update to ics so I don't lose the data in my apps.
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bhavik_sheth said:
I need to root my phone and then update to ics so I don't lose the data in my apps.
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once u root u can backup ur apps with titanium backup and then after flashin a different rom u can restore it
So should I root using super one click?
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Why do I need to update to ics? Can't I just root and then flash custom rom?
What would be the difference?
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bhavik_sheth said:
So should I root using super one click?
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i will not recommend that method but yes upto u .. i prefer cf root ... u can flash cf root for ur kernel and it will be rooted b4 u blink ur eyes
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bhavik_sheth said:
why do i need to update to ics? Can't i just root and then flash custom rom?
What would be the difference?
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use the search option and read the threads .. There are many available ..
The basic thing is many custom roms lik cm rootbox rr needs ics bootloader and u can get ics bootloader by flashing ics roms
the rest read the threads
My friend wants to root his phone and I was wondering if he threw ya $50 if someone could remote his computer, root, and put the best Rom for a daily driver? Last question. He will be good with WiFi tether? Cause that's the main reason he wants to be rooted...
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V-Ty said:
My friend wants to root his phone and I was wondering if he threw ya $50 if someone could remote his computer, root, and put the best Rom for a daily driver? Last question. He will be good with WiFi tether? Cause that's the main reason he wants to be rooted...
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Just make sure he doesn't go to CM10 if he wants WiFi tethering. Its still buggy as it requires only open WiFi..
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Live with walkman

I have a wt19i...1 months using it with ics version...it seems most of daily use is lag...can this wt19i root to custom rom?..
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evo10 said:
I have a wt19i...1 months using it with ics version...it seems most of daily use is lag...can this wt19i root to custom rom?..
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i have also wt19i , and from my experience yes it can be rooted and use a custom rom, i just did it last week , rooted and installed a custom rom and kernel.
but let me tell you that it was running smooth on the stock ics rom ,and also on the custom rom ,it starts lagging only when i install alot of apps that runs in the background , so try to keep that kind of apps to minimum.
best regards
evo10 said:
I have a wt19i...1 months using it with ics version...it seems most of daily use is lag...can this wt19i root to custom rom?..
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Yes you can root and use custom roms, but only for locked bootloader and there are only a few.
If I were you I would go back to gingerbread, for this just flash the gingerbread ftf via flashtool, it's much smoother and better. Root it and enjoy
When i buy this wt19i a month ago...it appears to be 4.0.4...how can i downgrade?...is it possible?...if i still want to stay at ics...is there any custom roms that stable?..
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evo10 said:
When i buy this wt19i a month ago...it appears to be 4.0.4...how can i downgrade?...is it possible?...if i still want to stay at ics...is there any custom roms that stable?..
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Yeah for installing custom Rom you can try my new HyperbeamCream ROM it supports locked bootloader you wont lose warranty,and its bugfree
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evo10 said:
When i buy this wt19i a month ago...it appears to be 4.0.4...how can i downgrade?...is it possible?...if i still want to stay at ics...is there any custom roms that stable?..
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go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1242
u can find lots of roms like
xperia pureness
hasa miui
hyperbeam cream
sumltronic
ultimate
real ics
cm 9
etc
sandy7 said:
go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1242
u can find lots of roms like
xperia pureness
hasa miui
hyperbeam cream
sumltronic
ultimate
real ics
cm 9
etc
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But as long as his bootloader is locked, he can't install cm9, etc...
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KhemaraS. said:
Yeah for installing custom Rom you can try my new HyperbeamCream ROM it supports locked bootloader you wont lose warranty,and its bugfree
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Sure he won't loose warranty? Because rooting voids warranty and custom roms, too, but I'm not sure...
mihahn said:
But as long as his bootloader is locked, he can't install cm9, etc...
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Sure he won't loose warranty? Because rooting voids warranty and custom roms, too, but I'm not sure...
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Technically, rooting the device voids the warranty.But, if you can unroot before sending it in for warranty, no big deal.
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KhemaraS. said:
Technically, rooting the device voids the warranty.But, if you can unroot before sending it in for warranty, no big deal.
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Yes that's right.
@OP you can use custom roms for locked bootloader, but if you have any problems with your phone's hardware and you want to send it to service flash the stock rom and let it unrooted
Root it n remove crapware
Root ur mob
remove some pre installed softwares which u dont use
and ur phone would be fine
lww-custom rom drawbacks
evo10 said:
I have a wt19i...1 months using it with ics version...it seems most of daily use is lag...can this wt19i root to custom rom?..
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IF U PUT CUSTOM ROM... SOME FEATURES MIGHT BE LAST ...CUSTOM ROM VOIDS WARRANTY .BETTER STOCK ROM IS BEST
Why can't you just unlock the bootloader. Would be fricking easy to install -no I don't like the word flash-custom roms
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XU dillema

Hello. This is my first post here so forgive me if i done or post it wrong.
In short i have updated phone from gb 6.0.B.1.564 to Ics 6.1.1.C.1.0 via pcc and it is from then acting very poorly in comparison to before, very laggy and slow in general. What id like to know now is what is best to do? I have heard there is some new latest firmware released for xu ics, is it possible for me to get that, and is it improved a bit performance? If nothing, can someone pls point me how to downgrade back to gb, or maybe suggest something else? Just so you know, my phone is not rooted and it has locked bootloader.
Thank you all in advance
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zigeddy said:
Hello. This is my first post here so forgive me if i done or post it wrong.
In short i have updated phone from gb 6.0.B.1.564 to Ics 6.1.1.C.1.0 via pcc and it is from then acting very poorly in comparison to before, very laggy and slow in general. What id like to know now is what is best to do? I have heard there is some new latest firmware released for xu ics, is it possible for me to get that, and is it improved a bit performance? If nothing, can someone pls point me how to downgrade back to gb, or maybe suggest something else? Just so you know, my phone is not rooted and it has locked bootloader.
Thank you all in advance
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Hi zig , firstly I will not suggest u to downgrade ur phone secondly do one thing to make ur phone processing faster.... Go to settings>apps>all> click the app and on the top right u will see an option ''disable'' , disable the preinstalled apps which u don't use like ''Google +,email,gmail,talk,fb,office suite,top contacts,retail demo, recommender,maps ,Google chrome,exchange services'' restart ur phone and then use..... Let me know how is it working.
Yea there is one more new update of Xperia u and that new ICS 6.1.1.B.1.54 version is good....it's bug free ,I would like u to upgrade it.
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Hey tyvm for a quick answer. I have done what you told me, except ofc the ones i use and exchange services, cos i dont know what it is, but im guessing its for incoming mails or messages maybe. It improved a bit, but it is still kinda laggy. The thing that is worrying me is a battery draining, it goes down rly fast. I know about the update you mentioned, but there seems to be even more new then that 6.1.1.b1.100. In any case how can i upgrade to those, be it new or older firmware? They are not listed in pcc, it sais its up to date with this last one i did. Thank you again for help.
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zigeddy said:
Hey tyvm for a quick answer. I have done what you told me, except ofc the ones i use and exchange services, cos i dont know what it is, but im guessing its for incoming mails or messages maybe. It improved a bit, but it is still kinda laggy. The thing that is worrying me is a battery draining, it goes down rly fast. I know about the update you mentioned, but there seems to be even more new then that 6.1.1.b1.100. In any case how can i upgrade to those, be it new or older firmware? They are not listed in pcc, it sais its up to date with this last one i did. Thank you again for help.
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To get a real lag reduction and battery drain issue, I suggest you to root atleast (without unlocking your boot loader which does not void your warranty).
For that you need flashtools from there
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1933985
However, B.1.100 is slightly better than the previous version
So to try that, flash it with flashtools, you can find the download link here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1974430
You do not require root to flash Sony stock ROMs.
Another better alternative is to flash custom ROMs for locked bootloader,
My personal suggest, go for SlimCM ROM, pretty stable and snappier.
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miaad said:
To get a real lag reduction and battery drain issue, I suggest you to root atleast (without unlocking your boot loader which does not void your warranty).
For that you need flashtools from there
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1933985
However, B.1.100 is slightly better than the previous version
So to try that, flash it with flashtools, you can find the download link here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1974430
You do not require root to flash Sony stock ROMs.
Another better alternative is to flash custom ROMs for locked bootloader,
My personal suggest, go for SlimCM ROM, pretty stable and snappier.
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So in essence i can flash newest stock B.1.100 without root, and not losing the waranty (subquestion only unlocking the bootloader voids waranty, but root no? I am asking this cos i do seem to remember but i might be wrong that root can also void it, and i wanna be sure . But if i decide to go for custom ROM which you suggested do i need root for that? With root i can remove loads of stuff which i cannot do now, so thats why the lag is much lesser?
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zigeddy said:
So in essence i can flash newest stock B.1.100 without root, and not losing the waranty (subquestion only unlocking the bootloader voids waranty, but root no? I am asking this cos i do seem to remember but i might be wrong that root can also void it, and i wanna be sure . But if i decide to go for custom ROM which you suggested do i need root for that? With root i can remove loads of stuff which i cannot do now, so thats why the lag is much lesser?
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Yes you can attain root access without unlocking your boot loader.
Use flashtool method or Bin4ry's method.
Again yes, you can flash SONY STOCK fw using flashtools (without root or unlocking) in flashmode (just keep in mind to "exclude TA")
Once you are rooted you can install apps such as greenify that really helps to last the battery longer.
Also you could remove the bloatware and other useless apps.
Or you even you can make choices to install Custom ROMs for locked bootloaders. Just check the development section.
This is my personal suggest: SlimCM ROM.
Though its CM9
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2143750
See the instructions for locked boot loaders.
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To root fw C.1.0 or any later versions, you need to
-flash the kernel alone of B.1.0.
-follow root procedure by flashtool or Bin4ry method.
-Then flash back the corresponding kernel of the ROM.
Done
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Ty for all the suggestions. I rly appreciate it. Think i will go for what u suggested first, slimCM. I checked it and it looks nice.. Althou some things are not so clear to me. In both instructions, for slimCM and in patch for locked bootloader it says wipe data or factory reset in recovery. What is recovery? And it also mentions to do the backup of my current ROM. How shall i do that. Wipe data and factory reset means all data gone from phone so i should backup at least photos, music and sms-es to my pc or some app.
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Ty for all the suggestions. I rly appreciate it. Think i will go for what u suggested first, slimCM. I checked it and it looks nice.. Althou some things are not so clear to me. In both instructions, for slimCM and in patch for locked bootloader it says wipe data or factory reset in recovery. What is recovery? And it also mentions to do the backup of my current ROM. How shall i do that. Wipe data and factory reset means all data gone from phone so i should backup at least photos, music and sms-es to my pc or some app.
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That's where you can find recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020897
CWM recovery is required to flash custom ROMs or MODs etc.
You can find the wipe data, cache options in the recovery menu. Just back up your contacts, messages and things.
Nothing from SD card will be lost.
Do carefully patch the ROM as per the instructions to make it into locked bootloader.
Copy that zip file in SD card and enter CWM recovery
-flash ROM
Done !
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heyyy
U can root ur device with out touching bootloader dats pretty easier....
but remember after rooting u need to install cwm recovery bcz its used to flash custom roms and rem u can also take take backup of ur entire rom
if anything goes wrong during flashing custom u can easily restore ur device to normal..... by using back up....
flash b.1.10 rom bcz it can be easily rooted by using flashtool......
So finally the process is root first, second recovery and finally flashing rom of ur choice.....
There are so many ROMS in dev section for locked bootloader......
njoyyyyyyyyy............
I ll attach CWM recovery files download and extract.... In the extract folder double click install(.bat file) make sure device connected with debugging mode on..... accept all superuser request on device........aft rooting u ll get super user app in apptry
PM if any difficulty
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Hello. This is my first post here so forgive me if i done or post it wrong.
In short i have updated phone from gb 6.0.B.1.564 to Ics 6.1.1.C.1.0 via pcc and it is from then acting very poorly in comparison to before, very laggy and slow in general. What id like to know now is what is best to do? I have heard there is some new latest firmware released for xu ics, is it possible for me to get that, and is it improved a bit performance? If nothing, can someone pls point me how to downgrade back to gb, or maybe suggest something else? Just so you know, my phone is not rooted and it has locked bootloader.
Thank you all in advance
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Flash .100 rom..... It is a lot better than previous ones
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Thank you all from the first to the last for all the suggestions and help. The XDA is awesome, and full of helpfull people. I will post how did it go with all the rooting and recovery and ROM Cheers again
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So i have backed up all the data (music, photos etc) on the pc. Tomorrow i will get on doing what you guys suggested. So to get it all confirmed, first do the root with flashtool, checkin superuser and rootme, and then i will be rooted. Then cwm recovery install, then applying the patch for locked bootloader for slimCM ROM, then i go back in cwm, make backup of current ROM and then wipe data, and then flash the rom.. That be the order? Is there any thing i should take special care of?
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I had a little problems. It wouldnt let me install the flashtool drivers. Probably cos i was doing it on laptop on win8. Will try it at home on win7.
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I had a little problems. It wouldnt let me install the flashtool drivers. Probably cos i was doing it on laptop on win8. Will try it at home on win7.
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Remember install flashtool while your anti-virus is disable...!
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I did that. But what i wanted to say i get error during the instalation of drivers. Flashtool alone was installed corectly.
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It will be lot better if you try it with Win 7 as Win 8 + Flashtool drivers don't go well together as 8 allows only signed drivers to get installed.
Though there's a thread on how to install Flashtool drivers on win 8.
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Hello all. I managed to install drivers. The fix for win8 worked. I started root in flashtool, done all that i was told to but it isnt rooted. Log says Root hack did not work. Any ideas? Cheers again for all the help
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Here's the Rooting Process for you.
This Rooting guide applies to all FW versions above B.1.10. (i.e. B.1.54/C.1.0/B.1.75/B.1.189/B.1.100)
1) Open Flashtool.
2) Click the Flash icon.
3) Select Flash Mode. (Make sure USB Debugging is ON in your Mobile Settings before connecting to PC)
4) Select & Flash the B.1.10 kernel. Then Reboot.
5) Select the Un-Lock icon and choose your preferred SU app & proceed.
6) Follow the on-screen instructions.
7) Now you have rooted your device.
8) Flash the kernel of your respective FW from the FTF file through Flash Mode and let the device reboot.
Downloads
B.1.10 Kernel - Download Here
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Hey thank you. I have done it already, even before i read. found some guides on xda. Now onwards to cwm and flashing another ROM. Hope it will be all ok. If i have some problems i'll post again here. Cheers all
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