Relock bootloader : Sony Ericsson WT19i Live with Walkman

Relocking Bootloader for SE LWW WT19i

If you have unlocked WT19i Live with Walkman bootloader officially and now for some reason you want torelock the bootloader for WT19i then here is how you do it.

Disclaimer: This information on bootloader relocking WT19i bootloader has been produced with complete care for increasing the simplicity of the procedure. But in case if some issues occur with your device, the site should not be held responsible for this. If at all you face any issues, you can contact us and we will help you sort out the same.

Now, the information that is going to come is for all those who have unlocked the Bootloader on Sony Ericsson Live with Walkman i.e. WT19i and now they want to reverse their decision. It means, this information is for those who have unlocked the Bootloader and now they want to relock WT19i back to it’s original state. Once you have reversed the process, you can run the Sony Ericsson update service and repair your phone to its original state.

How to relock bootloader WT19i:

Before we start the procedure, you need to download and install a few files.

Install PC Companion from here: Sony Ericsson PC Companion

Install Sony Ericsson Update service: Sony Ericsson Update service

Download Flashtool from here: Download Flashtool

Download Sony Ericsson Relock bootloader file: Relock bootloader

Procedure:

Now, run FlashTool_0.2.9.1.exe.

Once your run it, it will start unzipping few files within itself and make a folder with all the files. Alternatively you can even unzip yourself with other unzipping softwares like 7Zip.

Copy “Xperia Relock bootloader.ftf” file to “firmwares” folder.

Run “X10FlashTool.exe” by double clicking on it.

You will see that some program will open. Just click on Flash button.

Now, moving ahead, you can connect PC and WT19i phone with USB data cable. At that time you must also hold the “Back” key of the Live phone. As soon as the phone gets connected — Flashtool will automatically start the flashing process. Once you are done with flashing process, disconnect the phone from the PC. Switch on the phone now.

This will complete the process. We hope that you have followed all the above steps correctly and with this you will be able to relock the bootloader for WT19i. The above procedure has been developed by Blagus, who is a reputed XDA member. We appreciate his work and development.

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CM10 Jelly Bean ROM on WT19i Live with Walkman

Taste Flavor of Jelly Bean on Sony LWW via CM10

Android Jelly Bean 4.1 is the talk of the town these days. Sony Mobile does not give any sort of official confirmation that whether LWW WT19i or for that matter other Sony 2011 handsets will get official Jelly Bean update. But you don’t have to worry much. You can get flavor of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on Sony WT19i via CM10 ROM. Thanks to FXP team that this ROM came into life. It is good for those who love experimenting. The only issue with this ROM is, just like any other CM ROM this does not come with GAPPs. But you can flash this separately and later on Google Now and other apps would work.

If you wish to try CM10 Jelly Bean ROM on Live with Walkman you need to follow the instructions and guide that are given below. But before that it would be better if you go through the pre-requirements and disclaimer below.

Pre-Requisites for Installing CM10 on LWW

1. You need to root the phone.
2. You must unlock the bootloader.
3. Install CWM Recovery.
4. Nandroid back up.
5. Install ADB drivers.

Disclaimer: Even though while installing CM10 Jelly Bean on Sony WT19i rooting the phone and unlocking the bootloader are the pre-requisites, it should be noted that these acts are risky and takes away the warranty of the phone. Also, rooting, unlocking bootloader, CWM recovery along with installing custom ROM on an Android handset can be risky. You must take these things up at your risk.

Note: We would also recommend that you should take up such things only if you have enough technical knowledge and Android exposure. Those who are quite new in this area should avoid taking such risks. This is because any small mistake can brick your phone or you may lose your data. Also, it would be wise to take a detailed back up of your phone first so as to avoid any mishap.

However if you have made up your mind that you want to install Android Jelly Bean 4.1 on Sony WT19i then you can go through the procedure as given below:

 Install Jelly Bean CM10 ROM on Sony WT19i

1. Install a Recovery
2. Flash Rom
3. Flash gapps
4. Wipe (only required 1st time)
5. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)

Now, you will ask where is the link from where we can download unofficial Jelly Bean update for LWW? Well, just below where the article ends we have provided the source link. From there you can download the required files. But kindly read the entire post carefully first.

Meanwhile, we would like to thank FXP team which has provided WT19i users a chance to have Jelly Bean on Live with Walkman. Do let us know how you found this post. Also, share your doubts and comments here in the comment section. We will try our best to get your issues solved as soon as possible.

Source Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1780326

Install New Firmware 4.1.B.0.587 ICS 4.0.4 on Live with Walkman WT19i via ftf file

New Firmware for Sony WT19i Build 4.1.B.0.587 ICS 4.0.4

Sony Mobile always tries to keep the users updated with the new updates. The best thing is, the company also considers the old phones for such updates. The place where Sony lags a bit behind, you will find developers coming up and taking over the space. Thus, one thing is sure; sooner or later Sony phone users get the deserved treatment via firmware updates. Well, what we want to say is there’s a new update coming from Sony for Live with Walkman WT19i. Soon you will get ICS 4.0.4 build number 4.1.B.0.587 on Sony WT19i. Till that time if you wish to download this firmware with *.ftf file. This will help offline flashing.

We are thankful to developers at XDA who really put in loads of efforts to provide the users with the latest updates.  XDA member Sravan242 should be given credit for this particular thing. He has already tested new firmware 4.1.B.0.587 ICS 4.0.4 on Live with Walkman WT19i via ftf file on his phone and according to him it works well. He felt that after flashing this ftf the games worked quite fast and also the performance of the phone was pretty smooth.

Here are some of the benefits that the developer felt after flashing 4.1.B.0.587 ICS 4.0.4 Sony WT19i via ftf file.  He has also provided download links which we would share with you later in this post. Also, before all that it would be better if you read the disclaimer.

Disclaimer: We have not tested this on our handset. Also, it might be a bit risky and thus you must do it only if you are quite confident and a person with enough technical knowledge. Flash this firmware at your risk.

Benefits of downloading ICS 4.0.4 new build number for WT19i

This ROM is quite smooth and fast.

Camera as well as video recording quality is good.

Dialer is also very fast.

New base-band 77 and it is very much fast in the response.

It seems that the battery draining is less as compared to .431.

There are many other benefits.

If you are impressed with this new ICS ROM for Sony LWW then you would want to download the same via *.ftf file.  In that case you would require download link. We have provided the source link below. In that you will be able to find the download link.

Source link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1837398

We hope you found our post on downloading 4.1.B.0.587 ICS 4.0.4 on WT19i. Do let us know your responses on the same.

Install custom ROM on Sony Ericsson WT19i Live with Walkman (0.62)

Hybrom V15 Custom ROM for WT19i Live with Walkman based on 0.62 Firmware

Earlier we saw how to root you WT19i Live with Walkman, now its time to see how we can install a feature rich custom ROM. Hybrom V15 is one of the popular Custom ROMs for WT19i. One of the senior members of XDA Forum has a contributing hand in this. This new version is truly rocking and the work seems to be quite amazing. This build is comparatively much better than the older ones. The credit for this goes to developer Bbooff. This new program rocks mainly due to the stability that it displays along with quick work and better performance. You will also have root previlages with this ROM.

Note: If you are looking to ONLY Root your WT19i after 0.62 firmware update then you can do it with the help of this: Root WT19i on 0.62 firmware update.

Features of Hybrom custom ROM for WT19i Live with Walkman

• Root privileges
• 4.0.2.A.0.62 Firmware i.e. Android 2.3.4
• Go Launcher
• Busy Box
• Sony Sketch Font
• Reboot in fast mode and cwm
• Tweaks that include a good management of memory
• Tweaks for good scrolling
• ICS swipe notification
• ICS transition animation
• Cleaning script
• Touchscreen script
• SMS compression
• Most of the bugs are detected and fixed
• Many improvements added
• Updated apps
• And many more

Screenshot:

How to install custom ROM Hybrom on WT19i

Disclaimer: The procedure as given here may damage your handset if you do not follow the steps properly. We would appreciate that you should take this up only if you have technical knowledge and you know at least what you are doing. Kindly add Hybrom to WT19i at your own risk. We are not responsible for any damage caused to your device.

The first and the foremost thing you are required to do is, download HYBROMAN V15 fOR WT19i.  You can download it here : HYBROMAN V15 (WT19i)