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root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:57:13 GMT

Hi,

First of all i Understand that this would potentially void my Warranty, but what if im Perfectly fine with that?

Is it possible to gain root privileges on Xperia X10 and / or flash modified System Images, lots of developers and Power users would benefit from that.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:24:44 GMT

I want that too, I need this for sure, because I want to get the most amazing phone !

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:28:12 GMT

I would also love to have root access on my phone.

We all understand that this would void our warranty, and are aware of the consequences.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:29:53 GMT

+100 I am also agree void my x10 warranty in exchange for Root password!

LG has done it for their users and what we are worse?

To enable Superuser access (root) on your LG GT540:

- Turn on the device and click the icon to open the phone dialler
- Enter the code '3845#*540#'
- Select the option 'Module Test', then 'Stability Test' then 'Enable Root Permission'
- You will now be prompted for a password - enter :SWIFT::GT540:
- A toast message will briefly appear saying 'OK' - your root access is now enabled!
- Reboot your device, and now when you connect via ADB, you'll see you have a root prompt (#).

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:37:45 GMT

+1 for me too, I completely understand the consequences about loosing my warranty and am willing to take the chance. a LOT of people are willing to switch from other phones to this one if it has root also. We don't want to modify or breach copyright at all, we just want to be able to fully customize Android to our choosing. It's open-source after all

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:00:06 GMT

i want to have root access too and further i agree that i need no warranty! i think SE can more phones sell with open OS and no restrictions ...

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:19:31 GMT

This is the first usefull Post here 😄 + 100000 yes SE just give us Root access to the Device , if you only capble to bring a 2.1 Software Update after 1 Year the Device is released so at least just let us play with Root 🙂 Very interesting if someone from SE is able to Answer here not only with "Sorry no Root for you"

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:22:19 GMT

It's my second phone, and also my second sony ericsson phone, (fist was G502) and I see thant SE phone got some flaws that I can't see in others company phone (random reboot on g502 and on x10 too O_o)

And if I can't do on your(yes, you Sony Ericsson) android phone what everybody can do with their android phone, why should I keep this x10 ? Why should I trust you ?

Sincerly yours, Vilam

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:26:51 GMT

Yes ! I want that too. Give us some love....and access root 😛

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:51:43 GMT

root would be great, but SE spend to much time locking the phone down and pretend their useless Timescape and Mediascape Apps from being copied to other handsets, than fixing bugs.

I don't know why SE chose an open source OS and then rip all cool features of. They could have gone for Win Mobile oder Symbian.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:58:30 GMT

You so right , who wants that Timecrap stuff anyway ? All i want is remove it , it's laggy as hell and therefore pretty much useless. Besides it swallows RAM like crazy. The Phone in itself is nice (thats why i bought it) but with no updates for xx Month's and old Anfroid 1.6 without a official statement about Froyo it sucks big time.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

KrazyD — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:27:20 GMT

Do you really think that Sony Ericsson will tell you how to root the phone, somehow I dont think so.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:31:58 GMT

Please remember to remain respectful, some People (like me) actually think Timescape is a great app

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:01:14 GMT

Yes ! I want that too. Give us some love....and root access

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:06:45 GMT

I want that too !

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:23:00 GMT

I and many people who own an X10 would be very grateful for this, as it would allow people to unlock the full potential of our phones - just look at the nexus one!

Of course, the warranty would have to be voided, as it would cause you a lot of trouble if that was not the case.

Thanks for reading this.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:40:38 GMT

Please make this happened:) Would be very useful!

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:25:39 GMT

Well this is interesting!

So i bought the Xperia x10, I'm on a 24 month contract - Only to find out that SE are absolutely terrible on updates. 3rd Quarter 2.1 release? by which point everyone else will be on android 2.2.

I bought an Xperia x10 thinking 'Great, Android! finally something i can customise and make my own. and ofcourse it being similiar to linux i'd be able to have some fun doing it!'

But unforunately for some reason i have no idea why but SE think it would be best if i didn't have root access? and ofcourse fill the phone with stuff personally i really have no use for!

I bought the hardware. It now belongs to me - Surely i should be able to do what i see fit?

Why can't i have root access on my own phone?

Whats the harm?

Now from what i know, many other android phones now have root access - Infact alot of people i know intend to trade thier Xperia X10 and get a HTC Desire as the support is so much better.

For most people / none techies indeed not having root is a good thing! but for people who can handle it? people who know what they're doing? people who understand the risks and fully accept them?

Android is open-source yummyness! It should not be locked down like this.

IMHO The Xperia x10 currently is just like any other phone i've had in the past... nothing special - just a phone! but i want more :/!!!

-Sean

GIVE US ROOT! please

Re: root access on Xperia X10

KrazyD — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:28:24 GMT

Sony Ericsson wont just let you root your device.

Re: root access on Xperia X10

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:36:59 GMT

Then i'm afraid SE will be losing many customers / supporters because alot of people are not happy with this situation.

The way i see it, people who have the knowledge and experience should have root access. Its a small portable linux system in the end.

We all know linux is utterly useless without root.

Now i know SE probably won't look twice at this thread. But in all honesty mate i'd rather post and hope.

Rather than do nothing and staying quiet over a product i am not happy with and to be quite honest if this isn't addressed i'll be returning my phone to my contract holder and getting a HTC Desire.

There is no logical reasoning for not allowing experienced users root access to a system they own.

Besides the customer is always right remember

-Sean