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[Q] Root help needed!

hi,
i need help rooting my xperia plat at&t.
the main issue im having is:
- do i need to unlock the bootloader?
when i type the code: *#*#7378423#*#* to see if my bootloader is unlockable, i dont see anytrhing under: Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed
as a matter of fact, there is no rooting status folder at all. hmmmm
then when i put my play into fastboot mode, the light is green, not blue. im holding down the back button. thats the correct one right?
i just want to flash a rom, thats all.
also, flash tool for my mac is not working correctly, it says:
26/005/2013 16:05:36 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
26/005/2013 16:05:36 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 22:58:57
26/005/2013 16:05:36 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
26/005/2013 16:05:43 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
26/005/2013 16:05:45 - INFO - Connected device : R800
26/005/2013 16:05:45 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : N/A
26/005/2013 16:05:45 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.3 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf / Build number : 3.0.1.B.0.285
26/005/2013 16:05:49 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
26/005/2013 16:05:50 - INFO - Decrypting /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/custom/root/ZergRush/zergrush.tar.uue.enc to /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/custom/root/ZergRush/zergrush.tar.uue
26/005/2013 16:05:51 - INFO - Connected device : R800
26/005/2013 16:05:51 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : N/A
26/005/2013 16:05:51 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.3 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf / Build number : 3.0.1.B.0.285
26/005/2013 16:05:54 - INFO - Pushing /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/custom/root/ZergRush/zergrush.tar.uue to /data/local/tmp
26/005/2013 16:05:54 - INFO - Pushing /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/./devices/R800/busybox/1.20.2/busybox to /data/local/tmp/busybox
26/005/2013 16:05:55 - INFO - Pushing /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/custom/root/subin/Superuser/su to /data/local/tmp/su
26/005/2013 16:05:55 - INFO - Pushing /Applications/FlashTool.app/Contents/MacOS/custom/root/subin/Superuser/Superuser.apk to /data/local/tmp/Superuser.apk
26/005/2013 16:05:57 - INFO - Running part1 of Root Exploit, please wait
26/006/2013 16:06:16 - INFO - Waiting for device. After 60secs, stop waiting will be forced
26/008/2013 16:08:10 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
26/008/2013 16:08:15 - ERROR - The part1 exploit did not work
26/008/2013 16:08:15 - INFO - Cleaning files
any thoughts/comments/help would be very nice.
thanks,
Alex

First of all the entry in the Service menu is for the bootloader and has nothing to do with rooting your Phone. The bootloader is comparable to the bios in a pc. What you want, is to gain access to the root fodler of your device which is read-only by default.
Holding back puts the device in flashmode not fastboot-mode (which you dont want). Green=flash Blue=fastboot
Easiest way to root is to use flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299

Luxxuor said:
First of all the entry in the Service menu is for the bootloader and has nothing to do with rooting your Phone. The bootloader is comparable to the bios in a pc. What you want, is to gain access to the root fodler of your device which is read-only by default.
Holding back puts the device in flashmode not fastboot-mode (which you dont want). Green=flash Blue=fastboot
Easiest way to root is to use flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299
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like i said, it wont work.
did you see the list of info i get???

XPERIA PLAY Unresponsive touchscreen + Phone would not boot

Help! I have been trying to fix my phone using Flash tool. I searched threads hoping they have an answer to same problem as I have. But all the posts are different, or it's 2 or 3 years old..
First my phone's touch screen is unresponsive, but I managed to navigate around using the hardkeys..
Now, the phone wouldnt boot up, it's stuck in the Sony Ericsson logo. but whenever I plug it in the PC or charger it would boot all the way..
Why is this happening? I rooted my phone but didnt unlocked the bootloader, and I bought it in the UK.
I am trying to flash an original firmware that I got somewhere, because the links provided on some threads here wont allow me to download it, says not available on my geographic location or something.. (I am in Florida, and yes, I have tried using proxy or hotspotshield)
Here is my problem:
08/002/2013 11:02:21 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - INFO - Start Flashing
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - INFO - Processing loader
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - INFO - Checking header
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - INFO - Ending flash session
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - ERROR -
08/002/2013 11:02:22 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
anybody help me with this or does anybody have better suggestion?

You can try these, this is two sites. One is a list of FTF files needed to flash in flashtool. First was made by fma965, I followed with my collection to preserve these files as much as possible:
fma965 (if these work you should totally thank him)
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?a=show&w=files&flid=3637
My backup collection of FTF Files:
http://d-h.st/users/jgregoryj1/?fld_id=19757#files
Let me know if these work, if not I can try another method.

The version I need is 4.0.2.A.0.42 UK version and that wasn't included in your's or his so I downloaded the R800i_2.3.3_UK_Generic.tft and tried.
but I got the same outcome
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 19:49:47
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Connected device : R800
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : BusyBox v1.15.3 (2010-02-06 17:13:19 CET) multi-call binary
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf / Build number : 4.0.2.A.0.42
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Installing toolbox to device...
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool\custom\root\ftkit.tar to /data/local/tmp
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Running installftkit as root thru sysrun
08/055/2013 12:55:36 - INFO - Root Access Allowed
08/055/2013 12:55:56 - INFO - Selected R800i_2.3.3_UK_Generic.ftf
08/055/2013 12:55:56 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
08/055/2013 12:55:57 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
08/056/2013 12:56:21 - INFO - Device disconnected
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Start Flashing
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Processing loader
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Checking header
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Ending flash session
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - ERROR -
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
I also did search about this and found a post where someone suggested to update the flashtool's driver.
I followed the instructions but I always get INSTALL FAILED..

Hmmm.... let me do some thinking and see what I can come up with... also you wouldnt happen to have the firmware saved would you? As neither myself nor fma965 have it?
Probably not, trying to collect and save as many firmwares as possible...

No sorry :/ I have no knowledge of doing that.. but i've read somewhere that you can use 2.3.3 UK Generic as substitute for android 2.3.4 firmware 4.0.0.A.42 UK. they say that's good as same, is that right?

UK is 2.3.3. Most other official roms are 2.3.4. Most newer custom roms take updates from other 2011 xperia phone and combine with our device to make unofficial 2.3.7 custom roms.
Sent from my R800at using xda premium

quiksilver669 said:
The version I need is 4.0.2.A.0.42 UK version and that wasn't included in your's or his so I downloaded the R800i_2.3.3_UK_Generic.tft and tried.
but I got the same outcome
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 19:49:47
08/055/2013 12:55:28 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Connected device : R800
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : BusyBox v1.15.3 (2010-02-06 17:13:19 CET) multi-call binary
08/055/2013 12:55:34 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf / Build number : 4.0.2.A.0.42
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Installing toolbox to device...
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool\custom\root\ftkit.tar to /data/local/tmp
08/055/2013 12:55:35 - INFO - Running installftkit as root thru sysrun
08/055/2013 12:55:36 - INFO - Root Access Allowed
08/055/2013 12:55:56 - INFO - Selected R800i_2.3.3_UK_Generic.ftf
08/055/2013 12:55:56 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
08/055/2013 12:55:57 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
08/056/2013 12:56:21 - INFO - Device disconnected
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Start Flashing
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Processing loader
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Checking header
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Ending flash session
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - ERROR -
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
08/056/2013 12:56:31 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
I also did search about this and found a post where someone suggested to update the flashtool's driver.
I followed the instructions but I always get INSTALL FAILED..
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Are u using Windows 8???
Sent from my R800i using xda premium

Yes, I am using Windows 8. Is that whats causing this? Any suggestion?

quiksilver669 said:
Yes, I am using Windows 8. Is that whats causing this? Any suggestion?
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Yes in Windows 8 u should disable drive signature to install flashmode and fastboot drivers for this go here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35386496
After installing drivers start flashing and see what happens
Sent from my R800i using xda premium

it's still the same :/
i'll try it on my bros windows 7 laptop.
EDIT:
Flashtool still doesnt work. I tried the SE update on the windows 7 laptop and it worked. Updated and all, but still my phone wouldnt boot without plugging it to a PC or a charger.
And the touchscreen is still unresponsive.
:/
EDIT again:
I got flashtool to work. I have always run the Flashtool64 and always got the same error.
After everything, I tried to run the other Flashtool and it WORKED! MY DEVICE IS BOOTING ALL BY ITSELF NOW.
but the touch screen is still unresponsive.. any solutions for that? ^__________^

[Q] Flashtool stuck at "Reading device information"

Hi folks,
I'm trying to flash the latest firmware using flashtool, but it doesn't get any further than "Reading device information".
I've disabled driver signing checking and installed the flashtool, fastboot, z1 compact and common drivers for Rhine board devices. (I couldn't find anything else relevant)
I ran check drivers in flashtool and that seems ok. I'm using flashtool 0.9.16.1
Here's the log:
28/005/2014 00:05:23 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.16.1 built on 06-16-2014 23:00:00
28/005/2014 00:05:23 - INFO - Executing search strategies to find proxy selector
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - No proxy found for IE. Trying next one
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - ERROR - Error parsing settingsprefs.js (The system cannot find the file specified)
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - Strategy firefox failed trying next one : java.io.FileNotFoundException: prefs.js (The system cannot find the file specified)
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - No proxy found for java. Trying next one
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - Syncing devices from github
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - Pulling changes
28/005/2014 00:05:24 - INFO - Devices sync finished.
28/005/2014 00:05:29 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/005/2014 00:05:33 - INFO - List of connected devices (Device Id) :
28/005/2014 00:05:33 - INFO - - USB\VID_0FCE&PID_ADDE\7&FBF12B9&0&4 Driver installed : true
28/005/2014 00:05:33 - INFO - List of ADB devices :
28/005/2014 00:05:34 - INFO - - none
28/005/2014 00:05:34 - INFO - List of fastboot devices :
28/005/2014 00:05:34 - INFO - - none
28/006/2014 00:06:02 - INFO - Selected Bundle for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact (D5503). FW release : 14.4.A.0.108. Customization : DE
28/006/2014 00:06:02 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
28/006/2014 00:06:13 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
28/006/2014 00:06:14 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
28/006/2014 00:06:14 - INFO - Reading device information
Anyone have an idea how to coerce this to work?

Are you on factory firmware now? If so try the Sony PC companion software.

mr mystery said:
Are you on factory firmware now? If so try the Sony PC companion software.
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I'm on official Sony firmware. I'll give Sony PC companion a go now.
I thought I was not supposed to use it anymore since the phone's been rooted, at least none of the guides mention using the Sony tool.
But heck, if flashtool doesn't work I don't see what option I have really.
What I was trying to flash with flashtool was the firmware that Sony PC companion downloaded, then I decrypted it and created an ftf file from it.

For what it's worth - flashing with Sony PC Companion works fine, no need for flashtool.
Easy Root Toolkit v7 has restored root, and lockeddualrecovery beta installer 128 works fine.
129 reboots into a stuck Sony logo, so there's obviously an issue there, it seems that PhilZ recovery in that zip is buggy.
Now I'm back to normal. Still have no idea how to make flashtool work, and I would like to find out for when the next release is out.
Any help would be appreciated!

I had the same problem that you did. When you install the flashtool drivers make sure you install the flashmode, adb and z1 compact drivers. If your on windows 8 there's a process you need to do before you install the unsigned drivers.
In the flashtool FTF folder ensure your FTF is in there and if there are any other folders in there delete them as they are from the failed flash and flash tool will automatically refer to that folder every time you try and use flashtool.
Turn off your phone.
Run flashtool. I used the normal one not the x64 one.
Click Lightning icon.
Select firmware.
Flash and follow instructions.
I also forgot, make sure your computer doesnt go to sleep or turn its screen off while flashing as it will most likely fail again.
Sent from my D5503 using XDA Free mobile app

That's exactly what I've done, but it's not working. I'm on Server 2012, but for all intents and purposes it's same as Windows 8.
I went to disable driver signature checking and installed the following drivers from the pack:
flashtool
fastboot
z1 compact
common drivers for Rhine board devices
Are there any other drivers required for this?
Adb works fine, I believe those drivers came with Sony PC companion and I can use Easy Root Toolkit and stuff like that.
Also, assuming I can't get this to work - is it possible to get a flashable zip file from the ftf file - one that I could flash using PhilZ recovery?

The above mentioned advice does not work...stuck at reading information still...

TheNakedMam said:
The above mentioned advice does not work...stuck at reading information still...
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Any luck with this? I'm having the same issue with my E2306. I have TWRP but i formated System, Cache, Data, Internal and ART partitions. I installed a beta 7.1.1 ROM which is missing features like Camera and Audio. Trying to restore Pexo ROM but the phone wont stay in fastboot mode nor is it recognized by fastboot devices.

Loarder.sin error

I have an Xperia play (R800i) running AuroraPlay v2.0.0 and most likely some version of doomkernel (they were on the phone when I received it) and I'm trying to change to a kernel and rom that suit my needs better, but my phone is erroring out in flasher. I'm new to custom phone software so I was wondering if anyone had an idea on whats going wrong? the flasher error is Loarder.sin finished with errors. Thanks in advanced

op
I was wondering if its a hard error to fix or maybe I haven't given enough information?

Kernel colonel said:
I was wondering if its a hard error to fix or maybe I haven't given enough information?
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I don't have a R800i. I have the R800x, so I will probably be little help.
What program are you using to try to flash the firmware... Androxyde's Flashtool? Can you provide the output log that gives the exact error message you're getting? This information should help others to help you?

mattnmag said:
I don't have a R800i. I have the R800x, so I will probably be little help.
yes i am using Androxyde's Flashtool
And the log is
28/018/2015 21:18:38 - INFO - Selected Bundle for SonyEricson Xperia Play (R800i). FW release : 4.0.2.A.0.62. Customization : (1253-4437)
28/018/2015 21:18:38 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
28/018/2015 21:18:46 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/018/2015 21:18:49 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
28/018/2015 21:18:50 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Reading device information
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Opening TA partition 2
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Current device : R800i - CB5A1GRDQV - 1247-6176_R9D - 1245-8821_4.0.1.C.1.21 - WORLD-1-8_4.0.2.A.0.69
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Closing TA partition
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Start Flashing
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Checking header
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Ending flash session
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Kernel colonel said:
mattnmag said:
I don't have a R800i. I have the R800x, so I will probably be little help.
yes i am using Androxyde's Flashtool
And the log is
28/018/2015 21:18:38 - INFO - Selected Bundle for SonyEricson Xperia Play (R800i). FW release : 4.0.2.A.0.62. Customization : (1253-4437)
28/018/2015 21:18:38 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
28/018/2015 21:18:46 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/018/2015 21:18:49 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
28/018/2015 21:18:50 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Reading device information
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Opening TA partition 2
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Current device : R800i - CB5A1GRDQV - 1247-6176_R9D - 1245-8821_4.0.1.C.1.21 - WORLD-1-8_4.0.2.A.0.69
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Closing TA partition
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Start Flashing
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Checking header
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
28/018/2015 21:18:51 - INFO - Ending flash session
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You've probably found this, but if not-- here is a link to a Guide for using Flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054486
-Also ….you may want to post your question in the Flashtool thread for help, as it looks like Androxyde is available to answer questions: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
My knowledge of Flashtool is limited, but some basic ideas I would recommend include:
-Make sure that you are flashing the correct FTF for your device ( you can get Stock FTF firmware from here:
( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2184897 ). Go to post #2 under "OFFICIAL FIRMWARE (FTF'S)."
-Verify that you don't have a corrupted download of the FTF by verifying the MD5 (if you have Windows 7 or older—this is a good one to use-- http://winmd5.com/ ).
-Turn off antivirus software/firewalls when using Flashtool
-Run Flashtool as Administrator
-Maybe try a different version of Flashtool. If you're using a newer version, you might want to try an older version and vice-versa
-Try different USB cable and/or different USB port on your computer.
-If all else fails, uninstall Flashtool and all related drivers, reboot your PC, reinstall Flashtool and try again.
-You could also try Sony PC Companion as an alternative if you can't get Flashtool to work.
Good Luck!
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mattnmag said:
Kernel colonel said:
You've probably found this, but if not-- here is a link to a Guide for using Flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054486
-Also ….you may want to post your question in the Flashtool thread for help, as it looks like Androxyde is available to answer questions: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
My knowledge of Flashtool is limited, but some basic ideas I would recommend include:
-Make sure that you are flashing the correct FTF for your device ( you can get Stock FTF firmware from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43935357&postcount=2 ).
-Verify that you don't have a corrupted download of the FTF by verifying the MD5 (if you have Windows 7 or older—this is a good one to use-- http://winmd5.com/ ).
-Turn off antivirus software/firewalls when using Flashtool
-Run Flashtool as Administrator
-Maybe try a different version of Flashtool. If you're using a newer version, you might want to try an older version and vice-versa
-Try different USB cable and/or different USB port on your computer.
-If all else fails, uninstall Flashtool and all related drivers, reboot your PC, reinstall Flashtool and try again.
-You could also try Sony PC Companion as an alternative if you can't get Flashtool to work.
Good Luck!
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Thanks much I'll take in all this information and get back to you
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Op
Have exhausted all of your suggestions (I couldn't post in the flashertool forum due to age of account) and am still having the same error. I was wonder if there is another flasher program that isn't used anymore I can try or a way to just change the kernel so I can get into Recovery mode?

Kernel colonel said:
Have exhausted all of your suggestions (I couldn't post in the flashertool forum due to age of account) and am still having the same error. I was wonder if there is another flasher program that isn't used anymore I can try or a way to just change the kernel so I can get into Recovery mode?
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You can probably find an older version of Flashtool using Google search... just be careful to try to get it from a reputable source like an XDA member and verify the MD5/use your virus scanner to check it as well when downloading.
You can also try using fastboot commands to wipe and flash another kernel. Check out this tutorial on fastboot from XDA Recognized Contributor demkantor:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2277112.
You said you tried everything suggested above.. so I'm assuming that you also tried Sony PC Companion as well which is found here: http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/pc-companion/.

op
mattnmag said:
You can probably find an older version of Flashtool using Google search... just be careful to try to get it from a reputable source like an XDA member and verify the MD5/use your virus scanner to check it as well when downloading.
You can also try using fastboot commands to wipe and flash another kernel. Check out this tutorial on fastboot from XDA Recognized Contributor demkantor:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2277112.
You said you tried everything suggested above.. so I'm assuming that you also tried Sony PC Companion as well which is found here: http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/pc-companion/.
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I did try the pc companion (if by that you mean I asked it to "repair" my OS back to stock (didn't work) ) no software available.
As far as going through fastboot and running android studio I kinda got lost in what it was telling me. (maybe im a dummy ) Unless someone has any other advice I think I'm just gonna buy a new one and start from scratch. I feel it would be easier to start from stock kernel then dealing with whatever random one is installed now, it seems to have no recovery at all.
Thanks much for the advice through this ordeal mattnmag I'm sure it was a little frustrating dealing with someone brand new to phones.

Flashtool .fsc

Anyone with XA1 Ultra, little time and not afraid to lose data here?
Could You create .fsc script for Flashtool? It will be useful for many people.
http://www.flashtool.net/fsccreate.php

ch3mn3y said:
Anyone with XA1 Ultra, little time and not afraid to lose data here?
Could You create .fsc script for Flashtool? It will be useful for many people.
http://www.flashtool.net/fsccreate.php
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I was trying to create .fsc script for flashtool, but it seems we need a device with bootloader lock to proceed the process. Since we can't use Flashtool without .fsc script. And I am unsure about EMMA Sony flash tool? Will this work to flash back a stock firmware? I need to flash a stock firmware.

Yeah. For fsc script it has to be log from Xperia Companion and it needs locked bootloader.
To flash back stock You can use Flashtool, modified properties file (to match XA1 Ultra) and XA1 fsc script. Like with XA and XA Ultra this devices are identical even with firmware - only difference is elabel.sin primary name (form before the flashtool packs it to .ftf),what's not a problem and size of the system.sin and that's not a problem also.
I would still like to have fsc script created for XA1 Ultra log, but there is a way to use Flashtool with this device.

ch3mn3y said:
Yeah. For fsc script it has to be log from Xperia Companion and it needs locked bootloader.
To flash back stock You can use Flashtool, modified properties file (to match XA1 Ultra) and XA1 fsc script. Like with XA and XA Ultra this devices are identical even with firmware - only difference is elabel.sin primary name (form before the flashtool packs it to .ftf),what's not a problem and size of the system.sin and that's not a problem also.
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Thanks for the info. So I need to modify the one which is already created. I can see there is one for XA1 (G31xx.properties)..I have to modify only the G31xx.properties to match XA1 ultra. Right?
It seems I have to only replace the G31xx to G32xx (G3221 which is XA1-ULTRA).. Should I also modify the 40.0.fsc? setLoaderConfig etc?

Changing the internaname is not enough, You need to change recognition, variant and realname, as well as names of file and folder.
I don't add .ta files, but their same as in XA1 so even with them there should be no problem to flash the firmware created using this fsc.
Attached You have one I use.

ch3mn3y said:
Changing the internaname is not enough, You need to change recognition, variant and realname, as well as names of file and folder.
I don't add .ta files, but their same as in XA1 so even with them there should be no problem to flash the firmware created using this fsc.
Attached You have one I use.
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Ok Thank you. I will try later. I appropriate your help and thank you for your time.
Update: It works fine.

ch3mn3y said:
Changing the internaname is not enough, You need to change recognition, variant and realname, as well as names of file and folder.
I don't add .ta files, but their same as in XA1 so even with them there should be no problem to flash the firmware created using this fsc.
Attached You have one I use.
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Hi i will try but anyway my flashtool dosent read the downloaded firmware and im using 0.9.23.2 by Androxyde. Any help? I have XA1 Ultra G3223 Thanks

Now reading posts in other thread with similar/same problem (https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa...lt-sources-t3622886/post73201147#post73201147) I need to ask: did You disabled auto sync in Flashtool? 0.9.18.6 and newer have it, but it works that way that it removes everything from "devices" folder and than redownloads what exist on the server. Than the "G32XX" folder can be removed too.

ch3mn3y said:
Now reading posts in other thread with similar/same problem (https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa...lt-sources-t3622886/post73201147#post73201147) I need to ask: did You disabled auto sync in Flashtool? 0.9.18.6 and newer have it, but it works that way that it removes everything from "devices" folder and than redownloads what exist on the server. Than the "G32XX" folder can be removed too.
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@ch3mn3y Thanks SO MUCH that was it I had to deselected autosync and know flasher detects ftf file and is working. i also used your G32XX.zip File. Thanks again (I have XA1 Ultra G3223)

finally! I got rid of my carrier bloatware

I'm sure flashtool can't recognize G3226
But you can relock your phone(first reboot may crash) than restore it through PCC(Sony PC companion)
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Why not? G3226 is just a name and as partitions are set same as with other devices it can be easily flashed as long as any other F32XX device can be.

can't flash G3212
any solution
6/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.23.1 built on 11-01-2017 15:12:00
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - Executing search strategies to find proxy selector
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - No proxy found for IE. Trying next one
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - No proxy found for firefox. Trying next one
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - No proxy found for java. Trying next one
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - Loading devices database
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - Loaded 101 devices
06/051/2018 18:51:27 - INFO - Starting phone detection
06/051/2018 18:51:32 - INFO - Device disconnected
06/051/2018 18:51:41 - INFO - Selected Bundle for Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra(G3212). FW release : 42.0.A.4.153. Customization : Customized FR
06/051/2018 18:51:41 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
06/052/2018 18:52:19 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Reading device information
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Opening TA partition 2
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Current device : G3212 - RQ3004GUQ9 - 1309-0346_R2A - 1306-6287_42.0.A.1.69 - GENERIC_42.0.A.1.69
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Closing TA partition
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Start Flashing
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - No loader in the bundle. Searching for one
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - No matching loader found
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - WARN - No loader found or set manually. Skipping loader
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Loader : S1_Root_4a6c - Version : S1_Boot_MT6757_N0.MP103_120 / Boot version : S1_Boot_MT6757_N0.MP103_120 / Bootloader status : ROOTABLE
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - Max packet size set to 8M
06/052/2018 18:52:25 - INFO - USB buffer size set to 512K
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - Parsing boot delivery
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - No flash script found.
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - Flash script is mandatory. Closing session
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - Ending flash session
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - Flashing finished.
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - Please unplug and start your phone
06/052/2018 18:52:26 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
06/052/2018 18:52:27 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

@faridmax
You need .fsc script for XA1 Ultra. Flashtool officially doesn't have one unfortunately.
Launch Flashtool, then disable AutoSync of Devices (Devices->Devices Sync->Auto Sync->Off).
Download this: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8TQwRMBc_z_bE9xRkRIRi1NWWM/view?usp=drive_web
Unpack and put folder named G32XX to /Flashtool/devices.
Launch Flashtool again and flash the firmware.
If anyone needs .fscs for XA1 Ultra, XA1 Plus, Touch or Hello! (or any other Xperia except XZ Premium, XZ1 and XZ1 Compact), just PM me.

im having same problem and message, i have put the unpacked G32XX folder in devices but it says no fsc, fsc mandatory. all im trying to do is relock the bootloader.

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@faridmax
You need .fsc script for XA1 Ultra. Flashtool officially doesn't have one unfortunately.
Launch Flashtool, then disable AutoSync of Devices (Devices->Devices Sync->Auto Sync->Off).
Download this: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8TQwRMBc_z_bE9xRkRIRi1NWWM/view?usp=drive_web
Unpack and put folder named G32XX to /Flashtool/devices.
Launch Flashtool again and flash the firmware.
If anyone needs .fscs for XA1 Ultra, XA1 Plus, Touch or Hello! (or any other Xperia except XZ Premium, XZ1 and XZ1 Compact), just PM me.
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before my first post, i have already do all steps you have described here
my first problem the Flashtool does not recognize G3212 Firmware, after reinstall it and disabled autoSync and add G32XX folder, the software detect firmware but does not found Loader

@faridmax
It won't find one. There is no loader since change from Z to X series. But it's not necessary anymore.

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@faridmax
It won't find one. There is no loader since change from Z to X series. But it's not necessary anymore.
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i have try in other PC,
but same problem perhaps G3212 is not supported by your G32xx file

G3212 is added into properies file and .fsc is universal. I had already created many .ftfs using this foiles and never heard that they don't work (and they were at least downloaded few tims each, so I consider they were used).

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Changing the internaname is not enough, You need to change recognition, variant and realname, as well as names of file and folder.
I don't add .ta files, but their same as in XA1 so even with them there should be no problem to flash the firmware created using this fsc.
Attached You have one I use.
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Just thought on passing by to thank you sir. I just got this device and was getting crazy to get rid of bloatware. With the script and instructions you provided I could do it flawlessly! Thank you once again!