I recently got a new Sony Xperia Z5 dual (E6683) running android version 6.0.1 (build number 32.2.A.0.253) and I was wondering what would be the easiest way to root it? I tried looking up guides on youtube like I did when I had my nexus 4 but I simply can't find anything. I'd greatly appreciate it if I could get some help...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/guide-how-to-backup-drm-unlock-rootfor-t3373312
here is everything.
If you need further help, please ask.
DeathStroke said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/guide-how-to-backup-drm-unlock-rootfor-t3373312
here is everything.
If you need further help, please ask.
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That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
NeutrinoNexus said:
That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
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This was just released within the last few days.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
Devo7v said:
This was just released within the last few days.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
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I don't understand, what is that link for? Would doing that even root my device? And I don't see the E6683 model even mentioned... What would following those instructions even do?
When I rooted my nexus 4 there were millions of guides everywhere and even videos of it, but I can't find anything for my Z5....
All I'm asking for is step by step instructions to root my Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running android version 6.0.1..................
NeutrinoNexus said:
That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
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If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
DeathStroke said:
If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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I have same device as OP, problem is I can't find FW files to downgrade to LP. Is there a post here on how to root E6683 MM? I can't seem to find any. Thanks in advance.
MitoTakatori said:
I have same device as OP, problem is I can't find FW files to downgrade to LP. Is there a post here on how to root E6683 MM? I can't seem to find any. Thanks in advance.
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Exactly my issue, none of the guides I've seen so far go into detail for how to go from a stock MM Xperia Z5 Dual (E6683) to rooted with MM...
DeathStroke said:
If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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I do care about those features, but I won't dare do anything to my phone unless there are specific instructions for my model. I will not attempt to follow instructions for rooting a different model since I don't want to brick it.
NeutrinoNexus said:
Exactly my issue, none of the guides I've seen so far go into detail for how to go from a stock MM Xperia Z5 Dual (E6683) to rooted with MM...
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Been searching for 5 hours, none really seem to help much from what I have searched. I'll update you when I found a working one.
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NeutrinoNexus said:
I do care about those features, but I won't dare do anything to my phone unless there are specific instructions for my model. I will not attempt to follow instructions for rooting a different model since I don't want to brick it.
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Mate, have you already unlocked your BL?
This should be on the Q and A sub forum
Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to the OP and all concerned people.
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chinmoy32 said:
This should be on the Q and A sub forum
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Agreed.
MitoTakatori said:
Been searching for 5 hours, none really seem to help much from what I have searched. I'll update you when I found a working one.
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Mate, have you already unlocked your BL?
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I haven't done anything yet, all I've done is enable USB debugging. And yea, please do update me when you find a working root, I've searched all of youtube and I can't find anything relevant. I want to be able to root my phone and install some Xposed modules so I can actually use my phone...
NeutrinoNexus said:
I haven't done anything yet, all I've done is enable USB debugging. And yea, please do update me when you find a working root, I've searched all of youtube and I can't find anything relevant. I want to be able to root my phone and install some Xposed modules so I can actually use my phone...
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Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to OP and all concerned.
MitoTakatori said:
Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to OP and all concerned.
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After you root yours can you help me some time? I'm not very good with this rooting stuff and I find the instructions a little too general which leads me to believe I might brick my phone out of a small misunderstanding...
NeutrinoNexus said:
After you root yours can you help me some time? I'm not very good with this rooting stuff and I find the instructions a little too general which leads me to believe I might brick my phone out of a small misunderstanding...
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Sure! I am still downloading the Custom ROMs I wan to try. I was able to have TWRP on my stock kernel and managed to boot to it. Of course I have done all of it after unlocking BL.
MitoTakatori said:
Sure! I am still downloading the Custom ROMs I wan to try. I was able to have TWRP on my stock kernel and managed to boot to it. Of course I have done all of it after unlocking BL.
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Alright, whenever you have time I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Edit: Just as an FYI, the current state of my phone is essentially just out of box new and I haven't done anything yet.
NeutrinoNexus said:
Alright, whenever you have time I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Edit: Just as an FYI, the current state of my phone is essentially just out of box new and I haven't done anything yet.
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I see, well as of the thread I shared, you have to downgrade to LP for you to back up DRM, which will be deleted once you unlock your BL
MitoTakatori said:
I see, well as of the thread I shared, you have to downgrade to LP for you to back up DRM, which will be deleted once you unlock your BL
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How do I downgrade to LP? And how do I back up my phone's DRM? Is it not possible to backup and unlock the BL while on MM?
NeutrinoNexus said:
How do I downgrade to LP? And how do I back up my phone's DRM? Is it not possible to backup and unlock the BL while on MM?
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BL unlock can be done even on MM, problem is when you unlock the BL, it wipes the DRM which contains keys that are being used by some xperia apps. Which means that it will not function properly, or will not function at all.
As I have read, only in LP can DRM be backed up, you can search for the it in the same thread that I shared. To downgrade is the same when you upgrade using flashtool.
Related
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...
Today, the long-awaited update Android 4.4.4 for Sony Xperia™ Z2 is released.
Rejoice!
But, installing this update will overrun the root access. Root access will be gone. So, how to root 23.0.1.A.0.167 FW on Sony Xperia™ Z2?
I'm gonna try the same old "Easy Root Tool" and see what happens. Any ideas would be good!
-EDIT-
Do you want to update your Sony Xperia™ Z2 to 4.4.4 but don't want to lose root? Don't worry, you won't! Click "here"
Credits to @niaboc79
Also, thanks to @funky0308 and @Envious_Data for their work
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I got root on 4.4.4 on my own, using this guide, credits @norti
@niaboc79 's pre-rooted ROM was based on Generic RU and the NC feature wasn't working on it. So I wanted to download a brand new FTF with my customization number and followed the steps on the guide.
ZBAM!
Got my own .167 (4.4.4) ROM (Generic DE) with root on my Sony Xperia™ Z2.
we will find a way...
but you should definitely put question mark in title...
we are lucky to have older fw (I'm talking for LB, z3 can't be downgrade and they will have problems to root 4.4.4. I believe we could use older fw to root fw and to upgrade keeping root...
I'll upgrade later today and will try few things...
In the title a statement and not a question !! WTF
I thought u achieved root, wtf
Jiyeon90 said:
I thought u achieved root, wtf
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Haha I agree
What if we...
- backup TA
- unlock bootloader and root (how?)
- relock bootloader by restoring TA
???
epr said:
What if we...
- backup TA
- unlock bootloader and root (how?)
- relock bootloader by restoring TA
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you can, yeah...as soon as Doom or NUT build/patch new kernel...
BTW @[NUT] will you work on this one?
tnx
does other rooting method on locked bootloader works?
Does this works? On locked bootloader? Android 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
tazoman said:
Does this works? On locked bootloader? Android 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
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I doubt...
Sony patched all those security holes and all those methods should be updated.
Of course, someone should try...
Can anyone confirm he upgraded D6503 to 4.4.4?
Wouldn't downloading the update through PC companion and making an ftf/downloading an ftf and then pre-rooting the firmware work? We have recovery for the phone so a pre-rooted flashable firmware should work without working exploits right?
funky0308 said:
I doubt...
Sony patched all those security holes and all those methods should be updated.
Of course, someone should try...
Can anyone confirm he upgraded D6503 to 4.4.4?
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In 30 minutes, I will. The update is downloading now. It's around 1.2GB.
Mod edit
As a few members noticed, the thread title was a little misleading, as it seemed like there already was a way to root the new firmware.
I changed the thread title to one that shouldn't mislead people.
OP, if you have any problems with this, or prefer a different title, please send me a private message or quote this reply.
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V4LKyR said:
In 30 minutes, I will. The update is downloading now. It's around 1.2GB.
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4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
gamer649 said:
Wouldn't downloading the update through PC companion and making an ftf/downloading an ftf and then pre-rooting the firmware work? We have recovery for the phone so a pre-rooted flashable firmware should work without working exploits right?
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Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
funky0308 said:
4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
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Uh-oh... Well, I guess you're right, what you said exactly happened. This is interesting.
funky0308 said:
4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
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I didn't actually read any of the other replies to the thread. Mainly cause the main post was all about how could we root it.
It is possible to install the lockeddualrecovery from NUT? If yes we can use it for root
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i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
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i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
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Thats correct, but too long way to install .167
anyone is working on prerooted rom?
I'm starting so if anyone is already on it I don't want to lose time on that....
TheFerhatKing said:
It is possible to install the lockeddualrecovery from NUT? If yes we can use it for root
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It is possible to install it on a rooted firmware, you wouldn't be able to install it on the new firmware without root.
dyepnoodle said:
i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
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You wouldn't even need to do that.
1) Root .314 firmware.
2) Install locked bootloader recovery.
3) Make a pre-rooted firmware of the 4.4.4 build.
4) Install the firmware through recovery.
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funky0308 said:
anyone is working on prerooted rom?
I'm starting so if anyone is already on it I don't want to lose time on that....
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Is it for the D6502 or D6503? If I was able to update my D6503 to 4.4.4 I would have done it but I have been plagued with the same problem as all the other D6503 owners. I'm just going to wait for a UK unbranded pre-rooted firmware (or a UK unbranded ftf, whatever comes first).
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,
Could someone point me in the right direction, I want to update but don't want to brick my phone.
I have a Nexus 6p running build number MDB08L.
On the bootloader menu it says:
"BL: angler-02.01"
"Baseband:angler-02.15"
"Product/Variant: ANGLER-ROW-VN1"
It is rooted and has TWRP version 2.8.7.2
The phone works fine, on boot I get a message saying "Your device software can't be checked for corruption please lock the bootloader" but as I say it then goes past that, boots and everything works as it should.
I would like to know how I go about updating to 6.0.1, I tried OTA but obviously that fails.
Any help would be very much appreciated.
Thanks
J
jaylam said:
Hi,
Could someone point me in the right direction, I want to update but don't want to brick my phone.
I have a Nexus 6p running build number MDB08L.
On the bootloader menu it says:
"BL: angler-02.01"
"Baseband:angler-02.15"
"Product/Variant: ANGLER-ROW-VN1"
It is rooted and has TWRP version 2.8.7.2
The phone works fine, on boot I get a message saying "Your device software can't be checked for corruption please lock the bootloader" but as I say it then goes past that, boots and everything works as it should.
I would like to know how I go about updating to 6.0.1, I tried OTA but obviously that fails.
Any help would be very much appreciated.
Thanks
J
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get factory img here https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images and follow this guide http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/11/12/running-into-the-dreaded-missing-system-img-error-flashing-android-5-0-factory-images-heres-how-to-get-around-it/ you do not need to flash userdata.img that way you keep data but you can flash every thing else safely but skip recovery because you have twrp also you will need to reroot if you want
jaylam said:
Hi,
Could someone point me in the right direction, I want to update but don't want to brick my phone.
I have a Nexus 6p running build number MDB08L.
On the bootloader menu it says:
"BL: angler-02.01"
"Baseband:angler-02.15"
"Product/Variant: ANGLER-ROW-VN1"
It is rooted and has TWRP version 2.8.7.2
The phone works fine, on boot I get a message saying "Your device software can't be checked for corruption please lock the bootloader" but as I say it then goes past that, boots and everything works as it should.
I would like to know how I go about updating to 6.0.1, I tried OTA but obviously that fails.
Any help would be very much appreciated.
Thanks
J
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If only there was a guide that was pinned at the top of the general section (easy to find) that explained how to update. Oh wait, there is...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
I wrote that guide, it's in-depth and meticulously maintained. You'll find exactly what you need in section 10. The OTA fails because you can't apply an update to a device that has /system modified. The warning you get every boot is normal for an unlocked device and is nothing to worry about.
billycar11 said:
get factory img here https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images and follow this guide http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/11/12/running-into-the-dreaded-missing-system-img-error-flashing-android-5-0-factory-images-heres-how-to-get-around-it/ you do not need to flash userdata.img that way you keep data but you can flash every thing else safely but skip recovery because you have twrp also you will need to reroot if you want
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I know you mean well but that guide is incorrect (fastboot flash userdata is a huge no-no). My guide is more detailed and is tailored for this device.
Heisenberg said:
If only there was a guide that was pinned at the top of the general section (easy to find) that explained how to update. Oh wait, there is...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
I wrote that guide, it's in-depth and meticulously maintained. You'll find exactly what you need in section 10. The OTA fails because you can't apply an update to a device that has /system modified. The warning you get every boot is normal for an unlocked device and is nothing to worry about.
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Opps, my bad I should stop skim reading.....
I will go check it out now, thanks for the reply and taking time out to write the guide, very much appreciated.
J
Heisenberg said:
If only there was a guide that was pinned at the top of the general section (easy to find) that explained how to update. Oh wait, there is...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
I wrote that guide, it's in-depth and meticulously maintained. You'll find exactly what you need in section 10. The OTA fails because you can't apply an update to a device that has /system modified. The warning you get every boot is normal for an unlocked device and is nothing to worry about.
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I can't see the factory image download for the MDB08L just 6.0.1 (MMB29M), can that be used or am I not able to upgrade just yet?
Heisenberg said:
I know you mean well but that guide is incorrect (fastboot flash userdata is a huge no-no). My guide is more detailed and is tailored for this device.
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yeah i know it will make things think they are the 32gb variant and erase everything anything other than that? but in the future i will link your guide then
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jaylam said:
I can't see the factory image download for the MDB08L just 6.0.1 (MMB29M), can that be used or am I not able to upgrade just yet?
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you still get the imgs from where i linked the latest for the 6p is 6.0.1 (MMB29M) download that and then follow @Heisenberg s guide that they linked to
billycar11 said:
yeah i know it will make things think they are the 32gb variant and erase everything anything other than that? but in the future i will link your guide then
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you still get the imgs from where i linked the latest for the 6p is 6.0.1 (MMB29M) download that and then follow @Hisenberg s guide that they linked to
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Excellent, thank you very much.
Doing it now.
J
jaylam said:
I can't see the factory image download for the MDB08L just 6.0.1 (MMB29M), can that be used or am I not able to upgrade just yet?
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I thought you wanted to update? So MMB29M should be thee images you're looking for.
Heisenberg said:
I thought you wanted to update? So MMB29M should be thee images you're looking for.
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It is yes apologies I am a n00b to this and got confused, I didn't realise MMB29M was what I am upgrading to I thought I had to match my number with one on the download page if that makes sense.
Anyway I have just followed the guide and now at 6.0.1 and fully rooted.
Thank you for your help and the guide.
J
jaylam said:
It is yes apologies I am a n00b to this and got confused, I didn't realise MMB29M was what I am upgrading to I thought I had to match my number with one on the download page if that makes sense.
Anyway I have just followed the guide and now at 6.0.1 and fully rooted.
Thank you for your help and the guide.
J
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Awesome, glad to help.
jaylam said:
It is yes apologies I am a n00b to this and got confused, I didn't realise MMB29M was what I am upgrading to I thought I had to match my number with one on the download page if that makes sense.
Anyway I have just followed the guide and now at 6.0.1 and fully rooted.
Thank you for your help and the guide.
J
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Did u flash over your rooted 6p? Do you have to do anything to get root again, or it remained rooted after the manual flash?
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
zenkinz said:
Did u flash over your rooted 6p? Do you have to do anything to get root again, or it remained rooted after the manual flash?
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
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Hi,
Yes I flashed over the rooted 6p. Once done you need to re root
Hey guys, just go through the following thread very carefully.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xa/how-to/f31xx-how-to-root-xperia-xa-noob-t3430170
A big thanks to rrvuhpg for compiling the recovery for Xperia XA Ultra Dual.
Please thank him and not me for all his efforts.
Though he compiled it for the .100 fw, it's also working on the .111 fw.
Here are the files he compiled:
DRM functions are fully restored after flashing the mod created by tobias.waldvogel
arjun.arora said:
Hey guys, just go through the following thread very carefully.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xa/how-to/f31xx-how-to-root-xperia-xa-noob-t3430170
A big thanks to rrvuhpg for compiling the recovery for Xperia XA Ultra Dual.
Please thank him and not me for all his efforts.
Though he compiled it for the .100 fw, it's also working on the .111 fw.
Here are the files he compiled:
DRM functions are fully restored after flashing the mod created by tobias.waldvogel
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Can u guide me how to root xa ultra safely..
mekar07 said:
Can u guide me how to root xa ultra safely..
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Root on locked bootloader is not available yet. There is some degree of risk in unlocking the bootloader and rooting. Just go through the post but do it at your own risk.
arjun.arora said:
Hey guys, just go through the following thread very carefully.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xa/how-to/f31xx-how-to-root-xperia-xa-noob-t3430170
A big thanks to rrvuhpg for compiling the recovery for Xperia XA Ultra Dual.
Please thank him and not me for all his efforts.
Though he compiled it for the .100 fw, it's also working on the .111 fw.
Here are the files he compiled:
DRM functions are fully restored after flashing the mod created by tobias.waldvogel
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I've been trying to unlock my bootloader, and following the directions, but i cant get into fastboot mode. Any ideas?
bimori said:
I've been trying to unlock my bootloader, and following the directions, but i cant get into fastboot mode. Any ideas?
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What error are you getting??
arjun.arora said:
What error are you getting??
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So I followed the video instructions and installed the custom forward. It was for the USA ultra. Now the phone won't come on, but the led light comes on when connected to computer via usb. I think it's soft bricked. Any ideas.
bimori said:
So I followed the video instructions and installed the custom forward. It was for the USA ultra. Now the phone won't come on, but the led light comes on when connected to computer via usb. I think it's soft bricked. Any ideas.
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Which model do u have, dual or single sim?
arjun.arora said:
Which model do u have, dual or single sim?
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I have single sim
bimori said:
I have single sim
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Why did you do it buddy, I've clearly mentioned that it's for the dual sim variant. Has your phone started, if not, download and flash the single sim firmware using flashtool. Ask rrvuhpg to compile recovery for the single sim variant, he'll surely help you out.
arjun.arora said:
Why did you do it buddy, I've clearly mentioned that it's for the dual sim variant. Has your phone started, if not, download and flash the single sim firmware using flashtool. Ask rrvuhpg to compile recovery for the single sim variant, he'll surely help you out.
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I actually haven't flashed any file you posted. I just used flash tool to update my firmware to the latest one, now it won't boot. Only led comes on
bimori said:
I actually haven't flashed any file you posted. I just used flash tool to update my firmware to the latest one, now it won't boot. Only led comes on
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Oh ok..
Any luck today??
arjun.arora said:
Oh ok..
Any luck today??
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lol yup. I exchanged for a new one, and was able to unlock my bootloader. Just waiting to see if rrvuhpg would compile files to root for me now!
arjun.arora said:
Hey guys, just go through the following thread very carefully.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-xa/how-to/f31xx-how-to-root-xperia-xa-noob-t3430170
A big thanks to rrvuhpg for compiling the recovery for Xperia XA Ultra Dual.
Please thank him and not me for all his efforts.
Though he compiled it for the .100 fw, it's also working on the .111 fw.
Here are the files he compiled:
DRM functions are fully restored after flashing the mod created by tobias.waldvogel
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What model number did you mean, F3212?
Final12345 said:
What model number did you mean, F3212?
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Well, I've successfully rooted my F3216 using this, I don't have any idea about F3212. They both are dual sim models, you can try it but do it at your own risk.
arjun.arora said:
Well, I've successfully rooted my F3216 using this, I don't have any idea about F3212. They both are dual sim models, you can try it but do it at your own risk.
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It has another radio (LTE bands).
Final12345 said:
It has another radio (LTE bands).
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Yes that's true but I never had any problems in my previous Z3 dual 6683, I flashed the 6633 firmware many times via recovery.
Only 2 possibilities, Single or Dual sim ( with A or with B in the firmware version) radio is an other part of the firmware.
Edit: Rootpack for single Sim is on the road, I'm waiting for feedback from @bimori
Why my xa ultra dont have stock recovery? Feel wierd..any comment?
mekar07 said:
Why my xa ultra dont have stock recovery? Feel wierd..any comment?
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For safety purposes. If you want to get an unsafe system, you can unlock the bootloader and change everything you want (viruses also can)
arjun.arora said:
DRM functions are fully restored after flashing the mod created by tobias.waldvogel
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this mod DO NOT fully restore DRM functions without TA backup (it means DRM keys backup). How do you make TA backup? It is unable for XA phones at present.