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[Q] New Xperia T, want to root it

Hi there, I am a noob to this forum, so apologies if this thread ends up in the wrong place!
I purchased a Sony Xperia T on Monday (17/12/12) after my HTC Desire broke
So far a great phone, I just get fed up with all the adverts on my games! I want to root it and just get the standard 'apps' for rooted phones ie. AdAway, Titanium Backup etc.
I rooted and installed custom ROMs on the Desire with no problem, but I can't seem to do this on the T. I have scoured the net for tutorials and guides and everything else, but nothing seems to be working.I am trying to use Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v4.
I follow the instructions to the letter- choose phone, insert USB, choose restore, and wait... sometimes it reboots, others it just does nothing. Even when it does reboot, it still doesn't root.
Specs:
Model Number= LT30P
Android Version= 4.0.4
Baseband Version= 8960A-AAAAANAZQ-10015019-19
Kernel Version= 3.0.8+1.0.21100-02477-g0d376f4
Build Number= 7.0.A.3.195
I am on UK Orange/EE
USB Debugging is enabled...
Sorry about the long post, I wanted to give as much info as I could so I can hopefully get this done.
In advance, thanks :fingers-crossed:

grant_sonyexperia_t said:
Hi there, I am a noob to this forum, so apologies if this thread ends up in the wrong place!
Build Number= 7.0.A.3.195
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you cannot root 7.0.A.3.195 unless you unlock your bootloader.
check Q&A section for all in one thread (sticky), everything in there.

You CAN root .195. Firmware but that needs some work. Just go to the all in one thread in the questions and answer section and read that thread. It has every info you need for rooting.
Sent from my LT30p (Xperia T) using XDA Premium.
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crazymister said:
You CAN root .195. Firmware but that needs some work.
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grant_sonyexperia_t said:
I am trying to use Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v4.
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i think i was pretty clear in answering his question.. and pointed him to Q&A thread.

Welcome to the forum. Please make sure you post in the relevant section to what you're posting about, i.e. all questions belong here in Q&A.
Also the best thing to do is always search first as gregbradley has kindly put together an all in one thread at the top of this section which will help you with most common questions.
Thanks
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grant_sonyexperia_t said:
Hi there, I am a noob to this forum, so apologies if this thread ends up in the wrong place!
I purchased a Sony Xperia T on Monday (17/12/12) after my HTC Desire broke
So far a great phone, I just get fed up with all the adverts on my games! I want to root it and just get the standard 'apps' for rooted phones ie. AdAway, Titanium Backup etc.
I rooted and installed custom ROMs on the Desire with no problem, but I can't seem to do this on the T. I have scoured the net for tutorials and guides and everything else, but nothing seems to be working.I am trying to use Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v4.
I follow the instructions to the letter- choose phone, insert USB, choose restore, and wait... sometimes it reboots, others it just does nothing. Even when it does reboot, it still doesn't root.
Specs:
Model Number= LT30P
Android Version= 4.0.4
Baseband Version= 8960A-AAAAANAZQ-10015019-19
Kernel Version= 3.0.8+1.0.21100-02477-g0d376f4
Build Number= 7.0.A.3.195
I am on UK Orange/EE
USB Debugging is enabled...
Sorry about the long post, I wanted to give as much info as I could so I can hopefully get this done.
In advance, thanks :fingers-crossed:
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Hi,
If you want I can help you to root your device with the version you have (.195). I got my Xperia T last week and I directly rooted it and it works perfectly.

Souli09 said:
Hi,
If you want I can help you to root your device with the version you have (.195). I got my Xperia T last week and I directly rooted it and it works perfectly.
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If you did it without unlocking the bootloader or without flashing a prerooted stock image through CWM please share because those are the only methods that I am aware of currently working.

Spectre51 said:
If you did it without unlocking the bootloader or without flashing a prerooted stock image through CWM please share because those are the only methods that I am aware of currently working.
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There is a method will documented in the q&a, requires flashing. 303 and rooting, installing cwm and then restoring a 195. As mentioned above, check the all in one thread.
The following link gives info, please search first.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34570315
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app

[email protected] said:
There is a method will documented in the q&a, requires flashing. 303 and rooting, installing cwm and then restoring a 195. As mentioned above, check the all in one thread.
The following link gives info, please search first.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34570315
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app
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Aware of that too. He said directly rooted his so it sounded like something different.
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ TL

Thanks
Souli09 said:
Hi,
If you want I can help you to root your device with the version you have (.195). I got my Xperia T last week and I directly rooted it and it works perfectly.
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Thanks everyone, 'thanks' has been clicked
Before I do this a) is there any way to 'unroot' the phone, as it voids warranty etc? And b) is it a huge improvement on stock, unrooted? Looking at the posts mentioned it appears to be stable, but just want some feedback from you guys.
Thanks guys

Spectre51 said:
Aware of that too. He said directly rooted his so it sounded like something different.
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ TL
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I'm with you on this one Spec. If there is a direct way of rooting the phone without the round-about way. I'm all ears.

[Q] Rooting C5303?

Hello xda
first time and non-english poster here, but I'll do my best, so please be patient with me.
I'd greatly appreciate when someone smarter than me could help me fix my problem:
- Had rooted HTC Desire running LeeDrOiD V2.5.0 FINAL
- Lived happily with lots of apps but wanted new phone
- Made Backup with Titanium Backup
- Bought Sony Xperia SP C5303 (see screenshot of About Phone)
- Noticed that all I can find are discussions on C5302, so I am not exactly sure if I should attempt rooting yet...please bear in mind that I am not a computing prodigy and managed to root the HTC only with a step-by-step-tutorial. The same applies for the Xperia.
- I don't want a different Rom on my new phone, I just want to restore my Titanium Backup.
So I don't need an unlocked bootloader, right?
My question is: what would you do?
Thanks in advance for any help!

ericsbff said:
Hello xda
first time and non-english poster here, but I'll do my best, so please be patient with me.
I'd greatly appreciate when someone smarter than me could help me fix my problem:
- Had rooted HTC Desire running LeeDrOiD V2.5.0 FINAL
- Lived happily with lots of apps but wanted new phone
- Made Backup with Titanium Backup
- Bought Sony Xperia SP C5303 (see screenshot of About Phone)
- Noticed that all I can find are discussions on C5302, so I am not exactly sure if I should attempt rooting yet...please bear in mind that I am not a computing prodigy and managed to root the HTC only with a step-by-step-tutorial. The same applies for the Xperia.
- I don't want a different Rom on my new phone, I just want to restore my Titanium Backup.
So I don't need an unlocked bootloader, right?
My question is: what would you do?
Thanks in advance for any help!
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you can easily root your device using Doomlord's root method; for both locked and unlocked bootloader. just follow the step-by-step instructions. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2329208

When restoring your titanium backup do not restore system files as this may well cause bootloop.
Sent from my C5303 using xda premium

UPDATE: wow, never thought it would be so easy. We need more people like Doomlord on this planet!
Ok, thanks for your quick answers, I'll try it with Doomlord's method.

Infos about modding Xperia T

Hi to all.
I bought the Xperia T (lt30p) and i would say what is the best rom and the best kernel. Thank you!

Please use search, also there is no answer to this question so there is no point posting it. Especially add your have not said what you want from the Rom....

Is your phone's bootloader unlocked? You can only flash custom kernels if your bootloader is unlocked. Not all of our phones are able to have the bootloader unlocked. There are threads in the forum to show you how to check if your phone is allowed to have it unlocked. If it says "No", then right now there is no chance of having your bootloader unlocked. If it says "Yes", then you can unlock it through Sony's dev website.
There are some great ROMs for the XPeria T that use the stock kernel. Right now, I am using XPerimenT ROM v2.9 on my LT30a. It's a little old, but I really like it. It is based the official 141 firmware.

gregbradley said:
Please use search, also there is no answer to this question so there is no point posting it. Especially add your have not said what you want from the Rom....
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I want a simple CM 10 with oc and stable kernel... But i don't know if there is CM 10.2 or CM 10.1
LaZiODROID said:
Is your phone's bootloader unlocked? You can only flash custom kernels if your bootloader is unlocked. Not all of our phones are able to have the bootloader unlocked. There are threads in the forum to show you how to check if your phone is allowed to have it unlocked. If it says "No", then right now there is no chance of having your bootloader unlocked. If it says "Yes", then you can unlock it through Sony's dev website.
There are some great ROMs for the XPeria T that use the stock kernel. Right now, I am using XPerimenT ROM v2.9 on my LT30a. It's a little old, but I really like it. It is based the official 141 firmware.
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Can you link the unlock thread? I didn't found it.

Please use search, as already stated...
Sent from my LT30p using xda premium

[Q] z1 criskelo rom

i updated with this rom yesterday through twrp, flash, install, reboot, flash ftf, and it all went smoothly.
the only problem is i have no mobile data at all. none.
wifi works great, but the second i leave my house all i got is text and phone
the post on the forums had a 6902 and 6903 ftf to flash , but my model is 6906.
do i try the whole process over again and hope it fixes it self
flash a 6906 ftf that is the same version?
great rom,

sorvis said:
i updated with this rom yesterday through twrp, flash, install, reboot, flash ftf, and it all went smoothly.
the only problem is i have no mobile data at all. none.
wifi works great, but the second i leave my house all i got is text and phone
the post on the forums had a 6902 and 6903 ftf to flash , but my model is 6906.
do i try the whole process over again and hope it fixes it self
flash a 6906 ftf that is the same version?
great rom,
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Damm...wrong button..well, ok, you have tnx now
Use rom thread to ask something related to it.
But yes, you should use bin folder for 6909, you probably don't have right files.
Ask on thread and guys will help you, someone will have same device..
Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk

im less then 10 posts i cant post on the development threads
so thats why i posted here, i tried a 6906 ftf and it didnt work, figured out gps and mobile network are not working.
great rom tho i like it i just want it to work correctly

After read the posts above, I decided to ask before do anything...
My Z1 is C6943, and I was thinking if this ROM will work if I flash the C6943 kernel after flash the ROM.
They said "We only support c6902 and c6903, you can try it but we give no guarantee". So, here I am... and the question is: It will work??? or I'll have the same problems with mobile data and GPS and possibly other things?
In another scenario, what if I flash via flashtools the C6903 kernel after flash the ROM?

im gonna just wait till they support 6906 , went to the evo black rom so i could get my internet back,
wtb a paranoid android rom for locked bootloaders zz

rogerioguerreiro said:
After read the posts above, I decided to ask before do anything...
My Z1 is C6943, and I was thinking if this ROM will work if I flash the C6943 kernel after flash the ROM.
They said "We only support c6902 and c6903, you can try it but we give no guarantee". So, here I am... and the question is: It will work??? or I'll have the same problems with mobile data and GPS and possibly other things?
In another scenario, what if I flash via flashtools the C6903 kernel after flash the ROM?
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Anyone?
Is there a light at the end of the tunnel???

Works!
rogerioguerreiro said:
Anyone?
Is there a light at the end of the tunnel???
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YES!!! Is there a light!!!
I just Installed the ROM a few minutes ago, and everyhting is working!
That is what I did:
First off all, I wipe the phone under Wipe/Factory reset.
Installed the ROM from external SD Card, and then POWER OFF instead reboot.
Holding volume down, I plug the USB and then flashed the stripped FTF for C6943.
Now I have the ROM working, with GPS, Mobile Data, WIFI, NFC and everything else.
Don't know yet if I have something with misbehavior, because I did it 10 minutes ago.
Well, is it. Thanks!!!

GREAT
Someone else who follows the instructions and is so surprised it works he has to share how he did it...and basically quotes the install instructions...

gregbradley said:
GREAT
Someone else who follows the instructions and is so surprised it works he has to share how he did it...and basically quotes the install instructions...
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Hi gregbradley, first of all, I have to say thank you...
I follow your posts and I see every day your effort to help people like me.
I know your acknowledgement about many many things, and it helps me to clarify a LOT of doubts without even PM you or even ask silly question, even when I know that you can be ironic and a little rude sometime. (I'm saying by me, about my perceptions)
About your comment I want to say 3 things:
1 Yes, I shared how I did it, if you read my posts above, you will see that I was afraid to be on a boot loop after flash the ROM, or don't have mobile data and other functionalities after that.
2 Yes, I basically quote the install instructions to show how easy was the installation for those who want to do the same. Spread the word is what I believe.
And
3 It's not my first android phone that I root, install custom ROMs, flash kernels, etc... I just want to prevent to do something wrong and transform my phone in a beautiful piece of nothing...
Again, thank you for all your support on XDA forums, and I'm sure that you makes this place better and better everyday.

Well said, and I apologise if you thought I was being rude, that was not my intention
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

[Q] Xperia Z C6603 Bootloader Locked .. Help

hi guys,
I've a Sony Xperia Z C6603 with locked boot-loader. I'm an IT technician and I've done my best since today morning like 9 Am but no joy.
I've downloaded and installed Emma flashtool and it said ( This phone is locked ) and i've downloaded flashtool for xperia and again said ( this phone can't be unlocked officially )
I've opened the service menu and system info > configuration and is written NO infront of unlock bootloader ......
Does it mean that no hope or what ???
The whole story is that my phone is boiling and really overheating when is being used or even recharging without using. and i came to know that's because 4.4.2 so I wanted to install 4.4.4 or any custom ROM and to get rid of that bloody 4.4.2
Any help will be appreciated.
Many thanks for everyone

I want to add that I've managed to change the battery like 10 days ago thought that it was the mean cause for the heat but nothing been changed.

waiting any kind user or moderator for any kind help ... thnx

lolo130 said:
waiting any kind user or moderator for any kind help ... thnx
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You can't onlock your bootloader. But you can use any stock based firmware.

fair enough ... thank you for that and will sell it and will get any other phone boot-loader unlock-able
thanks again