Rooting Guide for Sony Xperia SP (Android 4.1.2 / 4.3)
This is the index into rooting Sony Xperia SP (C530x).
Many are asking on how to root the Sony Xperia SP, this is why I'm posting this guide for rooting stock Android 4.1.2 and Android 4.3 ROMs.
Updated for support of 12.1.A.1.207.
Do it at your own risk. Nobody is responsible for bricking your own device!
Rooting guide for 12.1.A.0.266 / 12.1.A.1.201:
Method 1: Advanced Kernel
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: ONLY APPLICABLE FOR UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646193
Method 2: Flashing of pre-root stock ROMs
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: MUST HAVE CUSTOM RECOVERY INSTALLED!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704009
(In depth tutorial): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681597
Rooting guide for 12.0.A.2.245 / 12.0.A.2.254:
Method: Easy Rooting Guide for 12.0.A.2.245/254
Models supported: C5302/C5303
NOTE: DOES NOT SUPPORT C5306!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405933
Rooting guide for 12.0.A.1.211 / 12.0.A.1.257 / 12.0.A.1.284:
Method: Easy Rooting Guide for 12.0.A.1.211/257/284
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: N/A
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2329208
Added on 19 June 2014:
Rooting guide for 12.1.A.1.205 AND OLDER:
Method: Towelroot exploit
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306/M35x (China versions of Xperia SP)
NOTE: Towelroot works on all versions of stock ROMs up to 12.1.A.1.207.
Guide: http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/06/16/towelroot-exploit-helps-root-a-number-of-sony-xperia-models/
This rooting index is able to exist thanks to following users: @DooMLoRD, @sp4ubw, @geohot and others that contributed!
chewlohseng said:
Method 2: Flashing of pre-root stock ROMs
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: MUST HAVE CUSTOM RECOVERY INSTALLED!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704009
(In depth tutorial): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681597
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Is this method for unlocked BL also?
le grande magnetto said:
Is this method for unlocked BL also?
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Are you on stock Android 4.3? If you're, use Method 1 (Advanced Kernel). It would be easier.
chewlohseng said:
Are you on stock Android 4.3? If you're, use Method 1 (Advanced Kernel). It would be easier.
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Yes, on stock 201, but I dont want to unlock my BL and lose DRM keys.
le grande magnetto said:
Yes, on stock 201, but I dont want to unlock my BL and lose DRM keys.
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You said you're on unlocked bootloader. Lol.
Yes you can, but you may need to downgrade to 4.1.2, root and Cwm, flash pre-rooted rom.
Just see that link for specific instructions.
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chewlohseng said:
You said you're on unlocked bootloader. Lol.
Yes you can, but you may need to downgrade to 4.1.2, root and Cwm, flash pre-rooted rom.
Just see that link for specific instructions.
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
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I did NOT said that I'm on unlocked BL.
Ok, about downgrade. Just flash firmware vie flashtool on device with no root and recovery?
Devs, please create an exploit to root the FW, or isn't that even possible?
le grande magnetto said:
I did NOT said that I'm on unlocked BL.
Ok, about downgrade. Just flash firmware vie flashtool on device with no root and recovery?
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This is what you've said. It means that you're on UNlocked bootloader!
le grande magnetto said:
Is this method for unlocked BL also?
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Yes, flash 12.0.A.2.254 ROM and get root and custom recovery via DooMLoRD's exploitation for root for Android 4.1.2. Get the recovery that's required in the pre-rooted ROM.
Nanostray said:
Devs, please create an exploit to root the FW, or isn't that even possible?
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That's a question that's in my head too. Maybe devs could not find any way other than that to get Android 4.3/4.4.2 rooting done...
dude
chewlohseng said:
This is what you've said. It means that you're on UNlocked bootloader!
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Please, Dont. Dont make a fool of yourself. I did not said that I have SP wit UBL or anything, I just asked if "this method" which was second, was "also for UBL" just like the first one. I don't know how does that implicate that my SP BL is unlocked. You've got yourself wrong idea and you aint gonna drop it pretending that you are right. And what know? Seems like you are trying to convince me that my BL is unlocked, because I asked bout one of the methods..
le grande magnetto said:
Please, Dont. Dont make a fool of yourself. I did not said that I have SP wit UBL or anything, I just asked if "this method" which was second, was "also for UBL" just like the first one. I don't know how does that implicate that my SP BL is unlocked. You've got yourself wrong idea and you aint gonna drop it pretending that you are right. And what know? Seems like you are trying to convince me that my BL is unlocked, because I asked bout one of the methods..
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I don't want to argue with you, it's your phrasing that made not only me, but some other users find it confusing too. (Not saying who though.)
And yes, it should work for unlocked BL too, but if you've unlocked your BL, flashing of kernel is so much easier.
chewlohseng said:
Yes, I may have read wrongly, but you should have said that your phone has locked bootloader. Sorry for reading it wrongly.
And yes, it should work for unlocked BL too, but if you've unlocked your BL, flashing of kernel is so much easier.
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Yeah, I know about that, I just want to make TA, DRM keys backup before everything to save my warranty and since my SP is updated to 201 everything seems more complicated.
le grande magnetto said:
Yeah, I know about that, I just want to make TA, DRM keys backup before everything to save my warranty and since my SP is updated to 201 everything seems more complicated.
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Backing up TA / DRM keys need root, which means you need to be back to Android 4.1.2 to get it, since unlocking bootloader will lose the DRM keys...
I have a stock 4.3, unrooted, locked bootloader
To root etc. i need to downgrade to 4.1.2 first coz i dont wanna lose my DRM keys. How do i do that??
Thanks
ballas38 said:
I have a stock 4.3, unrooted, locked bootloader
To root etc. i need to downgrade to 4.1.2 first coz i dont wanna lose my DRM keys. How do i do that??
Thanks
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Downgrade step by step is already pinned in the General/Android Dev section of the XSP forum, go check that out.
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Pls.....How I get root on XPERIA SP stock firm 205 android 4.3 ?
rcallmann said:
Pls.....How I get root on XPERIA SP stock firm 205 android 4.3 ?
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http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
xTerraH said:
http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
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Have you tried it? No issues regarding BL?
xTerraH said:
http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
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Yes I do that. But before read this reply. I don´t uninstall my antivirus McAfee, but the towel is worked....
Thanks....
soham93 said:
Have you tried it? No issues regarding BL?
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No issues at all
rcallmann said:
Yes I do that. But before read this reply. I don´t uninstall my antivirus McAfee, but the towel is worked....
Thanks....
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My Avast said th app was suspicious but let me root without problems...
Related
Guys how can I easily root 4.2. On z1? A thanks
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app
This isn't a question forum. You didn't even try reading the stickies. Help yourself or no one will help you.
Root, Backup TA, Unlock bootloader and more! The ultimate Xperia Z1 guide
yes but my phone is locked on t-mobile, and I cant root it, tried with zroot ,360, and the third one chineese...
xasbo said:
This isn't a question forum. You didn't even try reading the stickies. Help yourself or no one will help you.
Root, Backup TA, Unlock bootloader and more! The ultimate Xperia Z1 guide
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piponxs said:
yes but my phone is locked on t-mobile, and I cant root it, tried with zroot ,360, and the third one chineese...
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Follow the link he posted.... did you try even?
Yap and failed + tried oneclick root, still nothing
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unlock the phone from T-Mobile first using the following method
http://sim-unlock.net/simlock/Sony/Xperia_Z1/
then try again
The 14.1.G.2.257 Firmware is still not "directly" rootable with a tool.
You just have the possibility to downgrade on .534/.518 and use the already posted root instructions.
Either on an OTA Update to 14.1.G.2.257 you will keep rootaccess. To the newest firmware (.290) the OTA Update will not preserve full rootaccess -> only with ULBL you can root the latest one.
But be warned! MAKE AN TA-BACKUP before unlocking the bootloader.
Regards,
meet
EDIT: @Morlock O
The SIMlock does not point any issues on flashing ftf files or rooting the phone....
Hi there, 2 weeks ago I bought a Xperia z1, and it was already with android 4.3 ver:14.2.A.0.290 and I can't ROOT it, I don't want to unlock the bootloader (not yet). And I wonder if there's a way to root it, like previous versions of android, using any app or something, because I have tried some pages where you install CMW but it must be with unlocked bootloader...
now my question is... do you think that there will be a way to root the phone without unlocking bootloader?
thanks and regards from Chile.
Not for the moment, you need to downgrade the firmware if you want to root your Z1
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You don't search very well. There is no direct root like Vroot or something like that at the moment and probably never will be. You can root your phone with locked bootloader with this method only, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988, watch the video, it will help you to understand.
well, I have watched the video, and I think I'm screwed, because of this:
- I must unlock my bootloader and I will lose the DRM keys.
- if I want to backup my TA partition I need to ROOT my phone (but I can't)
so I'm serioulsly thinking about unlocking my bootloader. (I've already the latest version so it is supposed not to brick the camera)
and about the link that @eclyptos left... it says:
Requirements:
Flashtool 0.9.13 by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.7.43 BETA or newer.
Current rooted FW version: 14.1.G.1.534 and 14.1.G.2.257 .
but my phone came with the latest version. :crying:
so what do you think, do I unlock my bootloader anyways?
Hi,
buda1331 said:
well, I have watched the video, and I think I'm screwed, because of this:
- I must unlock my bootloader and I will lose the DRM keys.
- if I want to backup my TA partition I need to ROOT my phone (but I can't)
so I'm serioulsly thinking about unlocking my bootloader. (I've already the latest version so it is supposed not to brick the camera)
and about the link that @eclyptos left... it says:
Requirements:
Flashtool 0.9.13 by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.7.43 BETA or newer.
Current rooted FW version: 14.1.G.1.534 and 14.1.G.2.257 .
but my phone came with the latest version. :crying:
so what do you think, do I unlock my bootloader anyways?
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Do not unlock it yet!
1. Downgrade to 14.1.G.1.534.
2. Root via Bin4ry v33.
3. Backup TA.
4. Go from there.
Cheers,
Mateusz
buda1331 said:
well, I have watched the video, and I think I'm screwed, because of this:
- I must unlock my bootloader and I will lose the DRM keys.
- if I want to backup my TA partition I need to ROOT my phone (but I can't)
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Again, you don't read carefully! and on video nobody are saying to unlock bootloader so I don't understand which video did you saw.
You don't have to unlock your bootloader, the method is for Locked Bootloader, downgrade to .534 using Flashtool, Root with Bin4ry, then again with Flashtool update to .290, then to .136 from HERE, follow the instructions.
eclyptos said:
Again, you don't read carefully! and on video nobody are saying to unlock bootloader so I don't understand which video did you saw.
You don't have to unlock your bootloader, the method is for Locked Bootloader, downgrade to .534 using Flashtool, Root with Bin4ry, then again with Flashtool update to .290, then to .136 from HERE, follow the instructions.
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Thanks man, I was on vacations and now I'm gonna do that. I've a question, can I update OTA after doing this? (walkman, album, etc)
buda1331 said:
Thanks man, I was on vacations and now I'm gonna do that. I've a question, can I update OTA after doing this? (walkman, album, etc)
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Yes.
BTW, you can skip the update to .290 and jump directly to update to .136 after root .534.
eclyptos said:
Yes.
BTW, you can skip the update to .290 and jump directly to update to .136 after root .534.
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Finally I did it!!! 4.3 rooted .136
now I am trying to find a way to make GAME CIH work hahaha
best regards and thanks to all of you!
Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!JRRS0aSS!Gp3rRZgmvEH50XGs158kOuL6PmX8yu19jbK-97Vsb5whttps://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus
Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.
Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
Did a bit of research. Looks like it fixed smart cover bug and removes the non functional ultra stamina mode
Jeddix said:
Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.
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thecrunked said:
Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
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Thanks guys for your kind word. This is still KitKat update. Haven´t seen chancelog but atleast Sony´s own cover works again as supposed and touchscreen seems to be more responsive.
Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.
thecrunked said:
Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.
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Thanks for info. Working fine here tough.
I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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istrait said:
I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.
kulvertti said:
You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.
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Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.
Sooty to be a pita (pain in the ...)
kulvertti said:
So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
I had root and lost it in the ota... superuser says such not installed... I just went in and tried recovery and it did not come up, so I am assuming it flashed me back to stock in more ways then one... I am now looking at your zip to get root back if I can get dual recovery back on the tablet.
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.
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Yep... dem keys is what I was thinking...
Also thanks very much for the help.
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
Sent from my SGP512 using XDA Premium HD app
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you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed
thecrunked said:
you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed
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Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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istrait said:
Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.
kulvertti said:
Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.
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OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
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istrait said:
OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
Sent from my SGP512 using XDA Premium HD app
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You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
kulvertti said:
You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
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I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
I should be golden then right?
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?
I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
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I should be golden then right?
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If I understand you correctly you´ll be fine. In Sony servers for SGP512 and SGP511 Nordic region there are only firmware versions of 23.0.1.A.0.167. Not older or newer.
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?
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No you don´t need to unlock your bootloader and your DRM keys will be just fine.
kulvertti said:
Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus
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you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?
spider623 said:
you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?
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Thank you. Short answer is that as long you have root access you can install prerooted firmwares so basically same way you do with this prerooted firmware. Credits how to make prerooted firmwares are in op. Some point there is no method to root newer firmwares without unlocking your bootloader so I did that too but because backed up TA partition I´m back with rooted device and locked bootloader.
Hey Everyone
i have Sony Z2 D6502 Bulid num end 167
i need a root for it
i tried many ones by nothing worked
and i didn't find anything alike on the fourms
pls help :\ i need the root access ASP!
AbdwGTK said:
and i didn't find anything alike on the fourms
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That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
AbdwGTK said:
Hey Everyone
i have Sony Z2 D6502 Bulid num end 167
i need a root for it
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There is no root for it!
AbdwGTK said:
pls help :\
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To have root on 4.4.4 follow these steps:
Downgrade to 4.4.2 and root your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
Create a rooted update package:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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a LIE ????
why would i lie for -_-
i searched the fourms and there is NO Z2 4.4.4 ROOT -___-
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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Pandemic said:
Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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They're options. I may not have made that clear.
If you have 4.4.4 and want root you have two options. You either downgrade or unlock bootloader.
My point is there are a lot of threads with people saying how do I root 4.4.4 and everytime the response is the same.
Choose one of the options below:
o0 Matt 0o said:
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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core_x said:
There is no root for it!
To have root on 4.4.4 follow these steps:
Downgrade to 4.4.2 and root your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
Create a rooted update package:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
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Pandemic said:
Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
AbdwGTK said:
so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
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If you want to keep the DRM Keys then yes because when you unlock your bootloader then you will lose those keys
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
AbdwGTK said:
so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
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YES
so because today is the realized
Installing 4.4.2 do root
and installing
stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-0-167-bug-free
Maybe is my headache but to root we can simply Flash Recovery in fastboot and then SuperSU in recovery? Or why not? Thanks
Just a notice to some folks,
1) take a look at the "root" threads, and yes, there are several pertaining to trying to get root on 4.4.4.
2) Don't call people "liars", please. We know it's sometimes difficult for new users to find the appropriate information.
3) Be a little more precise in your answers. Not everybody is a technical genius
Now, for some folks who are new to the Z2 forums, and this includes Z2 tablets as well.
There is no "Easy" root for 4.4.4. This is well known to most folks. So basically it leaves 2 options.
1) Downgrade your OS to 4.4.2, then you can use the Towelroot based root application, and a few other things. Then you can flash a pre-rooted 4.4.4 ROM and still retain root and DRM keys.
2) Downgrade to 4.4.2 and Back-up your DRM keys using the available app, with root. Upgrade to 4.4.4 and unlock your bootloader, and install a modified Boot.img, flashboot boot a recovery.img, and let it install SU and binary (or use ADB). This way, if you honestly need your DRM keys, you can re-install DRM (and go back to 4.4.2), then migrate to 4.4.4
Honestly, other than some proprietary Sony music, and the loss of Playstation controller, I really can't see a need for the DRM keys anyhow.
Those are pretty much the 2 options. And Lollipop 5.0.x will offer no other options as well.
Bottom line, be nice folks....
MD
Moscow Desire said:
Honestly, other than some proprietary Sony music, and the loss of Playstation controller, I really can't see a need for the DRM keys anyhow.
MD
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Actually you will loose some camera functionality such as Sony Bionz image processing that helps to reduce the low light camera noise. I know there's a thread that restore this but I doubt that works 100%. Camera is the only thing stopping me from unlocking the bootloader to root, luckily we have an exploit which works on older kernels ?
zxz0O0 just released "in dev version for Z3/Z3C/Z3CT. I hope that this should work on Z2 on 4.4.4.
Have any of you tried? damn I am on CM otherwise woulda given a shot and see.
Hi guys I have found an easier method to root 5.1.1 (By accident )
steps
1)flash the ftf 23.4.A.0.546 based upon you device version(d6503 or d6502)
2)Download the latest custom kernel of Androplus(v62 recommended)
3)copy the same into your phone (.zip)
4)flash the boot image from the zip in fastboot to get recovery then install the zip copied earlier
5)download suView attachment UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip
6)install the UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46 in recovery and congrats you just got your phone rooted
I did test the same,got my D6502 version rooted:angel:
Credits
Androplus for his awesome kernel
give a thumps u if your problem is solved
This is useful only to those who have their bootloader unlocked...
Plus this method is not new... It has been around for quite some time
If you're rooted on previous version, you can make a backup of your TA partition, then do OP steps, then flash stock kernel, and restore TA... Easy
Enviado desde mi D6503
Meloferz said:
If you're rooted on previous version, you can make a backup of your TA partition, then do OP steps, then flash stock kernel, and restore TA... Easy
Enviado desde mi D6503
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or simply use pre rooted zip
ALp TR said:
or simply use pre rooted zip
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I just found the same as all the methods to root 5.1.1 found to be quiet complex
so this one may prove to be much simpler root method at present time.
Thanks working Xperia z2 D6503 Android 5.1.1 23.4.A.0.546 open bootloader. fast and easy [emoji106]
Sent from my D6503 using Tapatalk
How bout for Z3 5.1.1 sir? whats the step ?
clovinx said:
How bout for Z3 5.1.1 sir? whats the step ?
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Sorry I Do not knw abt z3 lz do check its forum you may find any kernel compatible to your 5.1.1 version kernel (custom)then flash the supersu zip in my link provided.
thanks
Sonic987 said:
Sorry I Do not knw abt z3 lz do check its forum you may find any kernel compatible to your 5.1.1 version kernel (custom)then flash the supersu zip in my link provided.
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thanks sonic
Sorry, I am just a newbie in this.
I just wanted to know how can I flash the kernal? If you could explain the procedure
Secondly, in serviceinfo>configuration - it says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes'
That means my Bootloader is unlocked, right?
DawoodSahi said:
Sorry, I am just a newbie in this.
I just wanted to know how can I flash the kernal? If you could explain the procedure
Secondly, in serviceinfo>configuration - it says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes'
That means my Bootloader is unlocked, right?
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I got the same understanding problems like DawoodSahi. Can someone please post a more detailed prescription for us dummies. i already got 23.4.A.0.546 on my z2. Whats next? I connected my phone with the flashtool . How do i flash just the kernel? And do i have to unlock the bootloader manually before or can it be locked? in serviceinfo>configuration - it says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes'
What is meant with boot image from the zip? The kernel zip file? Please help me! Or help us!
RDroid2k11 said:
I got the same understanding problems like DawoodSahi. Can someone please post a more detailed prescription for us dummies. i already got 23.4.A.0.546 on my z2. Whats next? I connected my phone with the flashtool . How do i flash just the kernel? And do i have to unlock the bootloader manually before or can it be locked? in serviceinfo>configuration - it says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes'
What is meant with boot image from the zip? The kernel zip file? Please help me! Or help us!
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I am rooted right now.
I just downgraded, unchecked the data, appdata and cache and flashed the kitkat rom but it caused bootloop, I flashed again and wiped all the data and cache in the flashtool and it worked.
Rooted, installed recovery and flashed the pre-rooted file from recovery.
DawoodSahi said:
Sorry, I am just a newbie in this.
I just wanted to know how can I flash the kernal? If you could explain the procedure
Secondly, in serviceinfo>configuration - it says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes'
That means my Bootloader is unlocked, right?
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It means it can be unlocked.you will have to unlock it to you the
But let me warn you that you will loose the drm files ie camera quality loss and xreality and all.....try other root method if you don't want to unlock...
Sonic987 said:
Hi guys I have found an easier method to root 5.1.1 (By accident )
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Please mention For unlocked bootloader in your thread name.. New people will get confused and may try to flash kernel on locked BL and get bricked. You can root or do whatever you want if you have unlocked BL.. Nothing accidental..
Hi
How about root for z1 5.1.1?