Root Xperia 2011 Android 4.0.4 – 4.1.B.0.587

Rooting is the process of allowing you to run your device with root-level permissions. Additionally, when we talk about Root we generally include Superuser permissions and various tools that assist with power user type activities.Once Rooted it’s possible for you to replace pre-installed apps, modify or replace system files, and do all sorts of low-level stuff

First do the following on your device

Go to settings > Security > Mark  “Unknown sources”

Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging

Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode

 1) You should download Flastool

 2) Download the respective Kernel to flash

Live With Walkman

Arc/Arc S

Neo/ Neo V

Ray

Active

Mni/Mini Pro

 3) Go to C>flashtool > firmwares > and delete everything present in the folder; Then copy the kernel into this folder

4) Now launch Flashtool

Run this with administrative privileges

5) Click on the Flash icon circled below

Xperia Z passes through the FCC

The Sony Xperia Z has passed through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) revealing a bunch of teardown photos and even the handset’s start-up guide. The C6602 HSPA+ model is the one that is involved in the tests, rather than the LTE C6603 model.

What we learn from some of the pictures is that the handset will include a linear oscillating vibrator for vibration duties rather than the harsher rotational vibrator. Another factor we note is that the battery looks like it will be tricky to remove and replace, unlike the Xperia S which also had an embedded battery. You can check out the full FCC documents here.

Source: http://www.xperiablog.net

Sony Xperia ZL goes up for pre-order in Germany

Up until now, the only pre-order news we’ve been able to bring you on Sony’s new flagship handsets is for the Xperia Z (C660X). Well, we finally have the first pre-order information on the Xperia ZL (C650X). PhoneHouse.de has listed both black and white variants of the Xperia ZL for €599.99 (£504, $799). The handset is expected to be available from April from the retailer. At this stage, it’s unknown whether we will see a wider European release of the Xperia ZL, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled for you. 

Source : http://www.xperiablog.net

Update on Sony software upgrades, including uplift to Jelly Bean Android 4.1 for 2012 Xperia™ smartphones

Hello everyone,

We’d like to bring you up-to-speed with the latest in our Android 4.1 rollout scheduling. 

First up, the upgrade plans* for Xperia T, Xperia TX and Xperia V are progressing as planned – these smartphones will start to receive Jelly Bean during February and March.

Next up, Xperia P, Xperia J and Xperia go will be upgraded from the end of March. Then Xperia S, Xperia SL, Xperia ion and Xperia acro S will follow in the subsequent weeks.

We’re particularly excited about the Sony Xperia Jelly Bean features and functionality – we look forward to bringing you more information on this in the New Year.

The decision has been taken not to upgrade Xperia U, Xperia miro, Xperia tipo, and Xperia sola beyond Android 4.0.

Feel free to drop a comment below, and keep your eyes on the blog as we’ll be sharing more detailed news/updates as soon as we can.

*Availability and rollout timing will vary by market and customer variants

Source : SonyMobile