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Officially unlock your Sony Xperia bootloader to allow custom ROM installations.

: This takes time if the firmware file is large. If it freezes completely, close the software, restart your PC, delete the contents of C:\Flashtool\firmwares\.flash_guided_scout (if present), and try again. Phone Stuck on Boot Animation After Flashing Flashtool-0.9.18.6-windows

Check the box for your specific Xperia smartphone model if it is explicitly listed. Officially unlock your Sony Xperia bootloader to allow

When prompted, turn off your phone, hold the button, and connect the USB cable. Phone Stuck on Boot Animation After Flashing Check

If the phone stuck on the logo after flashing, try a "Clean Install" by ensuring all "Wipe" checkboxes are selected in Step 4. Useful Links How To Flash Sony Xperia (Hovatek Forum) Sony Community Discussion on Stepping Back Firmware

Allows developers to manage the Dalvik cache or inject custom kernels and recoveries (CWM/TWRP). Technical Specifications & Requirements Specification Requirement Details Software Name Flashtool (by Androxyde) Target Version Operating System

Navigate to > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Click Restart .