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Hi all
so yesterday i updated to latest 253 via pc companion, ofcorse lost the root, so i wait for a root
but now i see the status of bl unlock allowed changed to YES
it was NO before the update
anyone else have that ???
how i could see bootloader status ?
Minotavrs said:
how i could see bootloader status ?
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Dial *#*#7378423#*#*
Then go to service info---> configuration
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optiplex2012 said:
Hi all
so yesterday i updated to latest 253 via pc companion, ofcorse lost the root, so i wait for a root
but now i see the status of bl unlock allowed changed to YES
it was NO before the update
anyone else have that ???
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I was on .434 and remember that my boot loader unlocking was allowed. Then I rooted it using DoomLord's tool and now mine has also become not allowed. Maybe during the rooting procedure some file has got changed..
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i tried rooting the 235 same method i did the previous and didnt work, after that the NFC stopped working so i recovered 253 with pc companion, now nfc ok and unlock is allowed
optiplex2012 said:
i tried rooting the 235 same method i did the previous and didnt work, after that the NFC stopped working so i recovered 253 with pc companion, now nfc ok and unlock is allowed
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There is a fix for NFC by just deleting one file.
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abcdjdj said:
There is a fix for NFC by just deleting one file.
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yes i know, but cant use it since the 253 isnt rooted
optiplex2012 said:
Hi all
so yesterday i updated to latest 253 via pc companion, ofcorse lost the root, so i wait for a root
but now i see the status of bl unlock allowed changed to YES
it was NO before the update
anyone else have that ???
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Happened to me as well, so I backed up TA, unlocked and rooted 253.
To be honest, I can't really see a difference with/without Bravia engine. Anyway, if I ever want it back I'll just restore TA
avelon said:
Happened to me as well, so I backed up TA, unlocked and rooted 253.
To be honest, I can't really see a difference with/without Bravia engine. Anyway, if I ever want it back I'll just restore TA
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what u mean TA ?
how did u unlock the BL ? using sony's page ?
and if its unlocked how do u root ?
thx
optiplex2012 said:
what u mean TA ?
how did u unlock the BL ? using sony's page ?
and if its unlocked how do u root ?
thx
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TA is where DRM keys are stored (bravia engine etc). Had to go to Sony to get the unlock key yes.
Post copied from another user-->
Originally Posted by smardu
You need to backup TA before unlocking BL for the 1st time.
1. Root is required on the current device, 434ver, terminal emulator too.
2. In terminal type SU, grant access in the popup window.
3. Type dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 of=/sdcard/ta-backup.img
"Backup: dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 of=/sdcard/ta-backup.img"
"Restore: dd if=/sdcard/ta-backup.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 "
4. Copy ta-backup.img on the computer too (please check MD5, i never did this but it's important)
5. Flashtool: flash new ROM (i didn't turned on my phone after this but it doesn't matter)
6. Unlock BL with FlashTOOL
7. Flash AdvancedStockKernel (i've used the one provided in link even if it was for 434)
8. TurnOn the phone, press vol- until CWM will pop.
9. Flash SU.zip
10. Open FlashTool again, select the new rom but uncheck everything except KERNEL
11. On your phone you have the option to reboot system (CWM menu), do it and press V-
12. Flashtool will start flashing the kernel
13. Start the phone, open terminal and use restore ta in terminal:
dd if=/sdcard/ta-backup.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1
You will have the new room with root and BL locked again, BE&DRM intact.
Everything works as expected
avelon said:
TA is where DRM keys are stored (bravia engine etc). Had to go to Sony to get the unlock key yes.
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Originally Posted by smardu
You need to backup TA before unlocking BL for the 1st time.
1. Root is required on the current device, 434ver, terminal emulator too.
2. In terminal type SU, grant access in the popup window.
3. Type dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 of=/sdcard/ta-backup.img
"Backup: dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 of=/sdcard/ta-backup.img"
"Restore: dd if=/sdcard/ta-backup.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 "
4. Copy ta-backup.img on the computer too (please check MD5, i never did this but it's important)
5. Flashtool: flash new ROM (i didn't turned on my phone after this but it doesn't matter)
6. Unlock BL with FlashTOOL
7. Flash AdvancedStockKernel (i've used the one provided in link even if it was for 434)
8. TurnOn the phone, press vol- until CWM will pop.
9. Flash SU.zip
10. Open FlashTool again, select the new rom but uncheck everything except KERNEL
11. On your phone you have the option to reboot system (CWM menu), do it and press V-
12. Flashtool will start flashing the kernel
13. Start the phone, open terminal and use restore ta in terminal:
dd if=/sdcard/ta-backup.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p1
You will have the new room with root and BL locked again, BE&DRM intact.
Everything works as expected
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sounds a bit scary it wasnt so complicated on the galaxy note
i think i'll wait for an easier way to root, without unlocking the bl
dont need custom roms as sony releasing latest version anyway
but i DO need root for titanium backup
optiplex2012 said:
Hi all
so yesterday i updated to latest 253 via pc companion, ofcorse lost the root, so i wait for a root
but now i see the status of bl unlock allowed changed to YES
it was NO before the update
anyone else have that ???
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verified.... The status of Bootloader changed to YES
Do you have issues with proximity sencor ? After i end a call by removing the mobile by ear the display screen stays off and does not light up. Only if i press the power button screen is ON again and after 2 or 3 minutes...
optiplex2012 said:
Hi all
so yesterday i updated to latest 253 via pc companion, ofcorse lost the root, so i wait for a root
but now i see the status of bl unlock allowed changed to YES
it was NO before the update
anyone else have that ???
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Thank you so much for this valuable information.
Apparently rooting your Xperia Z with flashtool changes the bootloader status to unlockable.
Reflashing the firmware with the PC Companion application fixed that.
updated the firmware and unlock aloud status is still no.
jonnycarter said:
updated the firmware and unlock aloud status is still no.
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try rooting, it will fail, nfc died .... than re-flash with pc companion, thats what i did
not sure it has to do with anything
optiplex2012 said:
try rooting, it will fail, nfc died .... than re-flash with pc companion, thats what i did
not sure it has to do with anything
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What rooting method do you use for this?
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i used this, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2186368
optiplex2012 said:
sounds a bit scary it wasnt so complicated on the galaxy note
i think i'll wait for an easier way to root, without unlocking the bl
dont need custom roms as sony releasing latest version anyway
but i DO need root for titanium backup
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It is indeed scary as if MD5 sum mismatches or there was any errors while restoring or backing up TA, then the device would be hard bricked and recovery would be impossible. Then you'll be having an expensive paperweight in your hands buddy!
optiplex2012 said:
sounds a bit scary it wasnt so complicated on the galaxy note .....
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Yeah that was easy, just flash a zip from stock recovery and it's done! A bit more complicated with the Z
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Have you tried to unlock it? Does it work?
del.
IMPORTANT:
This method is now obsolete and not needed, we are able to root directly onto 4.3 now thanks to geohot, please see towelroot thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
OLD METHOD:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Step 1, Getting flashtool installed:
You need to download flashtool and install the latest drivers, this can all be found here and here
Step 2, Getting your device running Android 4.1.2 which is rootable!:
You need to download a 4.1.2 FTF file, I recommend using this one if you are an Xperia T user,
Use this one if you are an Xperia V user.
Use this one if you are an Xperia TX user
although any will do as long as has a build number earlier than 9.1.A.1.141
Next what you need to do is open up flashtool which you installed in Step 1. Next click on the lightning bolt button which is the flash button, flashmode should be selected by default, click OK!
Now you are in the firmware selection area, navigate to where you downloaded the FTF file using the browse button in the top right.
Select the correct firmware, then click OK!
It'll process a bit, then will tell you to connect your device, firstly put your cable into the computer/laptop first, then hold down the volume down button on your device and connect the micro USB part to the device.
If all goes well it will start flashing, finish and tell you to restart the phone, the process could easily take 15 minutes, so be patient.
Step 3, Lets root the device:
Try rooting with the root option within FlashTool
Should that not work try this:
You want to download bin4rys rooting toolkit, which is found here and here
This part you will be walked through in the command prompt of the toolkit, it will tell you what to do and when, it is very simple!
Step 4, Now we're rooted, we want a recovery:
Now we need to get CWM recovery for locked bootloaders installed!
Download CWM installer here
Next extract the folder to somewhere on your computer, connect your phone to the computer, remember to allow unknown sources to be installed and to allow usb debugging, these can be found in 'security' and 'developer options' respectively.
Once done, double click on 'install.bat' and let the installer do it's magic.
If you have issues with this step, take a look at the 'Unable to enter recovery' section in the CWM for locked bootloaders thread here
Step 5, Download a rooted 4.3 update:
If you are an Xperia T user download from here
If you are an Xperia V user download from here
If you are an Xperia TX user download from here
Now transfer the package to the SD card on your device.
Next you want to power off your device, once that is done power back on, when you hit the first vibrate you should see a blue led, start repeatedly pressing the volume up button, the led should turn green and you will enter into CWM recovery.
RECOMMENDED: Now you are in recovery you should do a complete wipe data/factory reset, now this can be skipped but if it leads to errors and problems then you may need to go back to step 1, you have been warned!
Head to install zip from SD card and locate to where you downloaded the file, then flash the file!
Step 6, Enjoy:
You should now be all up to date with Android 4.3 and have root access, feel free to comment and ask questions in the thread if you are having problems or things didn't work as they should.
You also now should have PhilZ Touch Recovery installed which will allow you to install mods, make backups etc. To enter it is the exact same procedure as for CWM earlier on!
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I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked
matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Hello, can i root without cmw?
I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked
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Hi, works on Xperia TX?
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matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
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Hi, can i root whitout cmw?
augustox said:
Hi, works on Xperia TX?
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Hi, can i root whitout cmw?
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It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3
matt4321 said:
It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3
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Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?
augustox said:
Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?
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No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
matt4321 said:
No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
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The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?
augustox said:
The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?
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Yes, that should work fine
I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?
matt4321 said:
No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
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You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
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Skyguar said:
I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?
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Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
thurin said:
You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app
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Fair enough, if it works for some people they can go this method. OTA updates with root isn't fool proof though so some users may find they loose it.
This is also more for people who have already OTA updated and don't have root
matt4321 said:
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
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Skyguar said:
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
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glad you got it sorted mate!
hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa
Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?
squillaciukm said:
hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa
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If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
augustox said:
Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?
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I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder
hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.
is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help
matt4321 said:
If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder
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I can't find it
isko95 said:
is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help
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try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
squillaciukm said:
hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.
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I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
augustox said:
I can't find it
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make a backup of it before you update?
matt4321 said:
try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
make a backup of it before you update?
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Working rooting with flashtool instead of step 3, now i have 4.3 rooted
Ok so I decided after using this thing stock for ages I was going to try CM11. Spent all day reading and trying to figure this out.
Used Krabappel guide to downgrade to .534 via flashtools. SUCCESSFUL.
Unlocked Bootloader via Sony official. SUCCESSFUL.
Backed up TA via guide. SUCCESSFUL.
Rooted via Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33. SUCCESSFUL.
Then moved onto trying to find/install a recovery so I could flash the CM11 rom. Now where things seem to have gone awry...
Flashed advanced stock kernel v4 by krabappel2548 in accordance to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439298
Via this command: fastboot flash boot adv-stock-v4.img
Claimed it ran through successfully. Tried to adb reboot recovery, no devices found.
Now device will not turn on. Holding down the power button resulted in a single buzz, no screen activity. Volume up+power gave the three vibrations for reset, no screen activity. Currently red blinking light when plugged in via usb.
Not sure where to go from here. Currently sitting and charging while blinking away.
Thanks for looking. This was so much easier on nexus devices lol!
Hello friend, i suppose you should try booting into fastboot mode via holding volume UP and connecting USB, see if flashtool recognizes it.
If it does, then we need to find you a pure stock kernel to install and later a recovery.
Also, what android firmware you had before flashing kernel?
DeejayTelis said:
Hello friend, i suppose you should try booting into fastboot mode via holding volume UP and connecting USB, see if flashtool recognizes it.
If it does, then we need to find you a pure stock kernel to install and later a recovery.
Also, what android firmware you had before flashing kernel?
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Beautiful, flashtools does recognize it: blue LED and "device connected in fastboot mode"
I believe I was on 14.1.G.1.534 since I needed to downgrade to that in the first step, and I don't think any steps I took afterwards changed it AFAIK.
bpm2000 said:
Ok so I decided after using this thing stock for ages I was going to try CM11. Spent all day reading and trying to figure this out.
Used Krabappel guide to downgrade to .534 via flashtools. SUCCESSFUL.
Unlocked Bootloader via Sony official. SUCCESSFUL.
Backed up TA via guide. SUCCESSFUL.
Rooted via Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33. SUCCESSFUL.
Then moved onto trying to find/install a recovery so I could flash the CM11 rom. Now where things seem to have gone awry...
Flashed advanced stock kernel v4 by krabappel2548 in accordance to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439298
Via this command: fastboot flash boot adv-stock-v4.img
Claimed it ran through successfully. Tried to adb reboot recovery, no devices found.
Now device will not turn on. Holding down the power button resulted in a single buzz, no screen activity. Volume up+power gave the three vibrations for reset, no screen activity. Currently red blinking light when plugged in via usb.
Not sure where to go from here. Currently sitting and charging while blinking away.
Thanks for looking. This was so much easier on nexus devices lol!
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If you felt a vibration you are not bricked thankfully. Try flashing another ftf in flash tool and start over.
edit: oops you beat me to posting before I hit post.
Looking at my steps taken, did I mess something up? I'm not sure what I did wrong and would like to not repeat this mistake.
I found out what you did wrong.
You needed to have 14.2.A.1.136 fw to install the kernel. Read carefully what it says here.
Stock kernel with CWM and TWRP recovery for 14.2.A.1.136 fw | v4 [10/02/14]
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If you messed up with the kernel, you might have to install a new one.
But firstly try what angryGTS said before me. Reflash .534 and see what happens, then i will happily help you get to a solid firmware and install CM11
Also, you backed up TA after unlcoking BL or before, and how you backed it up (recovery or other tool? )? (It's important that you have backed up BEFORE unlocking BL :/ )
DeejayTelis said:
I found out what you did wrong.
You needed to have 14.2.A.1.136 fw to install the kernel. Read carefully what it says here.
If you messed up with the kernel, you might have to install a new one.
But firstly try what angryGTS said before me. Reflash .534 and see what happens, then i will happily help you get to a solid firmware and install CM11
Also, you backed up TA after unlcoking BL or before, and how you backed it up (recovery or other tool? )? (It's important that you have backed up BEFORE unlocking BL :/ )
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I used the tool here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598&highlight=ta and backed up before going through Sony's BL unlock process.
Just flashed .534 C6903_14.1.G.1.534_1276-4314_R2A and I am back in!
bpm2000 said:
I used the tool here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598&highlight=ta and backed up before going through Sony's BL unlock process.
Just flashed .534 C6903_14.1.G.1.534_1276-4314_R2A and I am back in!
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That's just great news.
Your camera should not be working since you have unlocked BL and firmware version .534 . Root it using Kingo Root or such one click root programs.
And then install recovery from here .
-Use this to go to rooted 4.3 . thanks to NUT (at this point your camera should start working again)
-Use this to go to rooted 4.4 version .681 , thank NUT again (you can stay here if you want Z2 camera mods and DoomKernel and other stuff availiable to fw up to .681 )
And optional go to latest .757 KitKat using this thank NUT again , but you won't be able to do much here.
Also when you are at .681 , you might want to flash to CM11 there , check here and thank FXP team.
Have fun. And remember to read instructions carefully .
DeejayTelis said:
That's just great news.
Your camera should not be working since you have unlocked BL and firmware version .534 . Root it using Kingo Root or such one click root programs.
And then install recovery from here .
-Use this to go to rooted 4.3 . thanks to NUT (at this point your camera should start working again)
-Use this to go to rooted 4.4 version .681 , thank NUT again (you can stay here if you want Z2 camera mods and DoomKernel and other stuff availiable to fw up to .681 )
And optional go to latest .757 KitKat using this thank NUT again , but you won't be able to do much here.
Also when you are at .681 , you might want to flash to CM11 there , check here and thank FXP team.
Have fun. And remember to read instructions carefully .
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I gotta run they are kicking me out of work for the day but will try this tomorrow and report on the progress. Thanks a million!
bpm2000 said:
I gotta run they are kicking me out of work for the day but will try this tomorrow and report on the progress. Thanks a million!
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You are welcome :highfive: .
DeejayTelis said:
You are welcome :highfive: .
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OK I got the recovery installed fine.
Is it safe to go from .534 to 1.136? Looks like NUT removed the 4.3 0.290 files that you linked today.
Do I need to be using his kernel/de-odexing at all?
thx
bpm2000 said:
OK I got the recovery installed fine.
Is it safe to go from .534 to 1.136? Looks like NUT removed the 4.3 0.290 files that you linked today.
Do I need to be using his kernel/de-odexing at all?
thx
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go straight to the 757 rom
Didn't NUT said that .681 is required to go to .757 ?
DeejayTelis said:
Didn't NUT said that .681 is required to go to .757 ?
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yes, but it isn't
that's just his guide for people already on the latest FW
You basically just need to be rooted, on any FW with recovery and you can flash it
gregbradley said:
yes, but it isn't
that's just his guide for people already on the latest FW
You basically just need to be rooted, on any FW with recovery and you can flash it
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Really?
I flashed from .257 to .290 to .681 and then .757 for nothing. Lol
DeejayTelis said:
Really?
I flashed from .257 to .290 to .681 and then .757 for nothing. Lol
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Yes really.
I heard and see new version of Android For Sony V
now i have 4.1.2 build 9.1.A.1.140
i install Sony pc companion and try to update but i get your phone i up t date message !!
whats the problem ??
my phone is rooted
What's your customization number?
In your device, open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#*, Service info, Software info
istux said:
What's your customization number?
In your device, open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#*, Service info, Software info
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thanks for reply
Custumization Version : 1268-8838-R4l
i never update or Flash my phone from a day i buy it .
Arioman said:
thanks for reply
Custumization Version : 1268-8838-R4l
i never update or Flash my phone from a day i buy it .
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Well, according to Xperia Update Checker by Macmol, your device is Movistar Colombia and here is the problem, because it's still with 9.1.A.1.140 firmware.
Check by yourself with this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2608983
istux said:
Well, according to Xperia Update Checker by Macmol, your device is Movistar Colombia and here is the problem, because it's still with 9.1.A.1.140 firmware.
Check by yourself with this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2608983
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thanks . well i`m not Colombian , can i Flash 4.3 build 295 by Flash Tool ??
Arioman said:
thanks . well i`m not Colombian , can i Flash 4.3 build 295 by Flash Tool ??
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Sure you can
9.2.A.1.210 is better because it's the last.
If you flash with Flashtool you can't root, because there's not a direct method yet.
The only way to keep root, is flashing a pre-rooted 9.2.A.1.210 via recovery.
FTF files for Flashtool are in General section, instead ZIP files for recovery are in Development section.
Good luck
istux said:
Sure you can
9.2.A.1.210 is better because it's the last.
If you flash with Flashtool you can't root, because there's not a direct method yet.
The only way to keep root, is flashing a pre-rooted 9.2.A.1.210 via recovery.
FTF files for Flashtool are in General section, instead ZIP files for recovery are in Development section.
Good luck
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thanks so much my Friend.
i really need to have a root , i use a Kingo android root to root a 4.1.2 and it works well . i dont have recovery kernel .
can you guide me how can i Flash new Frimware without losing root ?
Arioman said:
thanks so much my Friend.
i really need to have a root , i use a Kingo android root to root a 4.1.2 and it works well . i dont have recovery kernel .
can you guide me how can i Flash new Frimware without losing root ?
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1) Install recovery
Download here: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23269279319202175
Take your phone, go to settings, developer options, turn on and select USB debugging.
Connect the phone to PC now.
Unpack CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip
Run install.bat/install.sh
Follow the instructions, remember that your device is V, keep an eye on the display of the phone and give root permission when asked.
After the end of the process, enter into recovery like this: turn off the phone and turn on.
Immediately, try one of this combination:
Press repeatedly (not holding) power button until the phone vibrates
OR
Tap repeatedly the screen
2) Once you're in recovery, make a BACKUP.
So if something will go wrong or simply if you want to go back to 4.1.2 because you don't like 4.3, you will be able to return to the present situation just resuming this backup.
3) Install .210
Remember that you will lose all your data and apps. Instead what is inside internal memory and SD card is SAFE (backup included)
Download and install Flashtool
Download THIS and move it into the directory C:/Flashtool/firmwares
Download .210 zip file HERE and copy it into the internal memory of your phone.
Turn off and go into recovery.
Make a wipe data/factory reset.
Then install zip from sd card, choose zip from sd card, select .210 zip file.
When it's done, select POWER OFF (be careful, DO NOT select reboot).
Open Flashtool, click on the lightning symbol ("flash device"), select "Flashmode" and click on "OK"
Now select LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 and click on "Flash"
Wait for a window to pop up
Now take your phone, push the volume-down button, keep pushing and connect to your PC
Once the flashing process has started, release the volume rocker as soon as possible
NEVER disconnect the USB cable until it's finished!!!
Turn on and enjoy! :good:
Remember to hit THANKS to steveboss HERE for creating .210 already rooted
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1) Install recovery
Remember to hit THANKS to steveboss HERE for creating .210 already rooted
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thanks so much for give all insturction about install and root it
one question i download LT25_9.2.A.1.210_Nordic.rar before from some other website , is LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip most downloaded ? or i can use the official .210 ??
second whats exactly LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 doing ?
and last question , Do you think can i backup some apps like whatsup , wechat , line without problems or recomend to install of apps fresh after Flash ?
thanks so much
Arioman said:
thanks so much for give all insturction about install and root it
one question i download LT25_9.2.A.1.210_Nordic.rar before from some other website , is LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip most downloaded ? or i can use the official .210 ??
second whats exactly LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 doing ?
and last question , Do you think can i backup some apps like whatsup , wechat , line without problems or recomend to install of apps fresh after Flash ?
thanks so much
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1) If you want to keep root you must download LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip that I linked above, since it's already rooted.
2) When you flash zip via recovery you don't touch the old kernel. You flash only the new system. After that, you need to flash the new kernel, so you need Flashtool with LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3
3) When you switch from an Android version to another, a full wipe is always recommended. A partial wiping could give strange behaviours.
Therefore it's better a fresh installation of the app and then (when possible) a resume of the backup offered by the app: for example I'm quite sure that Whatsapp has a backup option within its settings. Use THAT option if possible with any app. Right?
istux said:
1) If you want to keep root you must download LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip that I linked above, since it's already rooted.
2) When you flash zip via recovery you don't touch the old kernel. You flash only the new system. After that, you need to flash the new kernel, so you need Flashtool with LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3
3) When you switch from an Android version to another, a full wipe is always recommended. A partial wiping could give strange behaviours.
Therefore it's better a fresh installation of the app and then (when possible) a resume of the backup offered by the app: for example I'm quite sure that Whatsapp has a backup option within its settings. Use THAT option if possible with any app. Right?
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thanks again
about Full wipe , you mentioned only Data wipe and reset factory in Recovery . there are some another Wipe like system , delivik and ...
what about them ?
do i need to check or uncheck some options when i want to flash LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 with Flash Tool ??
Arioman said:
thanks again
about Full wipe , you mentioned only Data wipe and reset factory in Recovery . there are some another Wipe like system , delivik and ...
what about them ?
do i need to check or uncheck some options when i want to flash LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 with Flash Tool ??
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Wipe cache is already included into factory reset.
Wipe dalvik cache is not mandatory in this case... do it if you want
Anyway all wipes will be repeated by Flashtool, so don't worry about that.
In Flashtool you have to change NOTHING, since yours is a brand new installation. Just flash.
works with lock bootloader ?
istux said:
Wipe cache is already included into factory reset.
Wipe dalvik cache is not mandatory in this case... do it if you want
Anyway all wipes will be repeated by Flashtool, so don't worry about that.
In Flashtool you have to change NOTHING, since yours is a brand new installation. Just flash.
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so sorry for Ask another question . but i think it`s too important
My phone bootloader is Not unlocked !! is your way work with lock bootloader ??
i don`t know much about Bravia Engine but i think it`s better not loose it /
Arioman said:
so sorry for Ask another question . but i think it`s too important
My phone bootloader is Not unlocked !! is your way work with lock bootloader ??
i don`t know much about Bravia Engine but i think it`s better not loose it /
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LOL... I'm not so noob.
Yes my method is for locked bootloader.
Unlocked bootloaders have to flash another kind of kernel.
The kernel you're installing is the original one.
And no, you can't unlock an Xperia V through Flashtool. It's impossible at the moment.
The only way to unlock is getting a code through Sony site!!!
This rule is valid for all 2012 devices onwards.
You're too anxious
istux said:
LOL... I'm not so noob.
Yes my method is for locked bootloader.
Unlocked bootloaders have to flash another kind of kernel.
The kernel you're installing is the original one.
And no, you can't unlock an Xperia V through Flashtool. It's impossible at the moment.
The only way to unlock is getting a code through Sony site!!!
This rule is valid for all 2012 devices onwards.
You're too anxious
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thank you so much for this quick reply :fingers-crossed:
sorry for my bad english , well i don`t want to unlock bootloader at this time and i don't thought that FlashTool can Do this ...
i`m familiar to unlocking bootloader way and do this with my Arcs before
on some Forums i read that For rooting 4.3 Roms your phone must be unlocked bootloader , so i anxious about it`s possible that you forget about saying this cause i forget to say it in my posts ad only mentioned about my phone is rooted
anyway thanks so much , you explain everything for me like a real master and i`m going to update my firmware now
i get error : device not found , on run install.bat , but the root message come on phone and my phone reset ! why this happend ? i need driver ?
Arioman said:
thank you so much for this quick reply :fingers-crossed:
sorry for my bad english , well i don`t want to unlock bootloader at this time and i don't thought that FlashTool can Do this ...
i`m familiar to unlocking bootloader way and do this with my Arcs before
on some Forums i read that For rooting 4.3 Roms your phone must be unlocked bootloader , so i anxious about it`s possible that you forget about saying this cause i forget to say it in my posts ad only mentioned about my phone is rooted
anyway thanks so much , you explain everything for me like a real master and i`m going to update my firmware now
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Unlocking is mandatory for new Xperia that can't be rooted directly, because they are too new and they've been released with 4.3 or 4.4
We don't have this problem because we have 4.1.2 that is easy rootable, so we can install recovery and do everything we want
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Unlocking is mandatory for new Xperia that can't be rooted directly, because they are too new and they've been released with 4.3 or 4.4
We don't have this problem because we have 4.1.2 that is easy rootable, so we can install recovery and do everything we want
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i get error : device not found , on run install.bat , but the root message come on phone and my phone reset ! why this happend ? i need driver ?
i check device manager and no yellow unknown driver find , i also install Flash Tool Driver and enable usb Debugging
Use Windows 7 64Bit
also a safe mode text apear on Down left of my phone
here Screenshot
are you sure the device boatloader ot be unlocked ??
Arioman said:
are you sure the device boatloader ot be unlocked ??
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This is for locked. Stop asking. Don't worry.
I did this million times with locked bootloader.
During the process does your phone ask for root permission? Do you tap on yes?
istux said:
This is for locked. Stop asking. Don't worry.
I did this million times with locked bootloader.
During the process does your phone ask for root permission? Do you tap on yes?
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in first time yes , the root permission Comes and i tap on Grant
then the phone reset and the error device not found apear in install.bat cmd
i though maybe the driver not installed so i download and install Driver again , even i try http://adbdriver.com/upload/AdbDriverInstaller.exe and this tool show that my Driver is ok !!
Hi i'm recently upgrade my xperia zr to android 4.4 kitkat.
Can someone teach me step by step on how to root or installed prerooted rom 4.4 for xperia zr cause i am seriously a newbies or noobies when it comes to rooting phones. Please someone help me ???
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Rulez93 said:
Hi i'm recently upgrade my xperia zr to android 4.4 kitkat.
Can someone teach me step by step on how to root or installed prerooted rom 4.4 for xperia zr cause i am seriously a newbies or noobies when it comes to rooting phones. Please someone help me ???
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First of all we have many dedicated threads to teach you step by step about rooting XZR.
For help I can give you a hint of how you must do it in short :-
1. Downgrade your phone from Kitkat to jellybean 4.1
2. Download doomloard's toolkit to root phone without unlocking bootloader.
3. As now you you have rooted your phone, now download Backup TA toolkit to backup your TA so as to keep bravia and warranty for your phone for future. Save this TA backup file with your life.
4. Now Upgrade to Kitkat. As now you have your TA backup, you can unlock bootloader from Sony Developer site help.
5. You can look for a software called Flashtool and download it. This is going to help you in further things.
6. Now unlock your bootloader.
7. Now Flash a boot image which has a recovery and is for XZR.
8. Download a flashable zip file for installing SuperSU.
9. Flash that file using that recovery.
10. Flash the kernel from the downloaded firmware of Kitkat using flashtool.
11. Start your phone and you may find SuperSU installed in your phone.
12. Now comes the part to keep your Bravia engine alive. As you have taken a backup of your TA, open the Backup TA tool after activating developer mode and USB Debugging.
13. Then connect your phone, restore TA partition to your phone.
14. Now what you have is :- i). Rooted Kitkat on phone. ii). TA partition for future restoring of your TA after unlocking the phone.
All these above steps I have written here have a altogether a complete explanation. Now it's your turn to read them from here XDA. Go ahead and read more before asking anymore. The more you read, the less noob you are. :good:
nikhilkaushik said:
First of all we have many dedicated threads to teach you step by step about rooting XZR.
For help I can give you a hint of how you must do it in short :-
1. Downgrade your phone from Kitkat to jellybean 4.1
2. Download doomloard's toolkit to root phone without unlocking bootloader.
3. As now you you have rooted your phone, now download Backup TA toolkit to backup your TA so as to keep bravia and warranty for your phone for future. Save this TA backup file with your life.
4. Now Upgrade to Kitkat. As now you have your TA backup, you can unlock bootloader from Sony Developer site help.
5. You can look for a software called Flashtool and download it. This is going to help you in further things.
6. Now unlock your bootloader.
7. Now Flash a boot image which has a recovery and is for XZR.
8. Download a flashable zip file for installing SuperSU.
9. Flash that file using that recovery.
10. Flash the kernel from the downloaded firmware of Kitkat using flashtool.
11. Start your phone and you may find SuperSU installed in your phone.
12. Now comes the part to keep your Bravia engine alive. As you have taken a backup of your TA, open the Backup TA tool after activating developer mode and USB Debugging.
13. Then connect your phone, restore TA partition to your phone.
14. Now what you have is :- i). Rooted Kitkat on phone. ii). TA partition for future restoring of your TA after unlocking the phone.
All these above steps I have written here have a altogether a complete explanation. Now it's your turn to read them from here XDA. Go ahead and read more before asking anymore. The more you read, the less noob you are. :good:
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Thank you for this guide. I really really appreciate it.
1. Wanted to know if it's not a problem to downgrade directly from 4.4.2 to 4.1/4.2?
2. No special things required to do? Just back up user data?
3. Use androxyde flashtool and use any region 4.1/4.2?
Just wanted to really make sure before i try doing this. Since i bought the phone recently and kitkat is just killing me with sdcard restrictions.
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Good to go
ouychiat said:
Thank you for this guide. I really really appreciate it.
1. Wanted to know if it's not a problem to downgrade directly from 4.4.2 to 4.1/4.2?
2. No special things required to do? Just back up user data?
3. Use androxyde flashtool and use any region 4.1/4.2?
Just wanted to really make sure before i try doing this. Since i bought the phone recently and kitkat is just killing me with sdcard restrictions.
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What you really need is right ftf file for your phone region isn't the problem and yes there is nothing special required to downgrade from any version to any version as far as ftf file is correct and is for correct device. You are good to go :good::good:
You can try root your zr kit kat use Towelroot. Some of the z and zr owners managed to get root even in lock bootloader. I already tested on my zr JB 4.3. Lockbootloader. Work flawlessly.
I did it!
nikhilkaushik said:
What you really need is right ftf file for your phone region isn't the problem and yes there is nothing special required to downgrade from any version to any version as far as ftf file is correct and is for correct device. You are good to go :good::good:
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Thanks for all the help. I managed to downgrade my device, root it, backed up TA. Now I just need to figure out how to install recovery.
Rooting On Android 4.4
Actually You can try using towel root
towelroot.com
its really easy and.... YOUR BOOTLOADER WILL BE LOCKED!!! :laugh:
so no warranty void!
so download it on your phone install it as a normal apk file
click on make it rain and wait...
Great
ouychiat said:
Thanks for all the help. I managed to downgrade my device, root it, backed up TA. Now I just need to figure out how to install recovery.
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Well as you have backed up your ta now you can choose any rooting methods available. It could be conventional method that we already know our it could be the towel root that our friend here is talking about. Enjoy being the real admin of your device
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nikhilkaushik said:
Well as you have backed up your ta now you can choose any rooting methods available. It could be conventional method that we already know our it could be the towel root that our friend here is talking about. Enjoy being the real admin of your device
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I am on 4.3 and want to root. I want to go by towelroot.
How do I root? Step by step
Hi, i don't think there is a step by step rooting using towel root. Just install apk and click on "make it rain".
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victor01 said:
I am on 4.3 and want to root. I want to go by towelroot.
How do I root? Step by step
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1. Enable Developer options
2. Enable USB debugging in it
3. Connect your phone to pc and run towel root and click make it rain
nikhilkaushik said:
1. Enable Developer options
2. Enable USB debugging in it
3. Connect your phone to pc and run towel root and click make it rain
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I did that successfully and clicked make it rain
Next Step installed SuperSu
Then installed Apps2SD and Link2SD but apps dont move to SD card. Where am i going wrong?
Use FolderMount
victor01 said:
I did that successfully and clicked make it rain
Next Step installed SuperSu
Then installed Apps2SD and Link2SD but apps dont move to SD card. Where am i going wrong?
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You did nothing wrong. Link2SD or alike won't work on 4.2 and up . If you need to move apps to the SDCard you'll have to use FolderMount. You can move up to 3 data folders with the free version and it works great especially if you have apps with big data folders (like games). However, if you need to move more than 3 data folders, you'll have to get the Premium version.
Good going.
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You did nothing wrong. Link2SD or alike won't work on 4.2 and up . If you need to move apps to the SDCard you'll have to use FolderMount. You can move up to 3 data folders with the free version and it works great especially if you have apps with big data folders (like games). However, if you need to move more than 3 data folders, you'll have to get the Premium version.
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victor01 said:
I did that successfully and clicked make it rain
Next Step installed SuperSu
Then installed Apps2SD and Link2SD but apps dont move to SD card. Where am i going wrong?
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Our friend here is right. These apps were made for gingerbread mainly, and alas they don't work on JB+. So what you need to do is understand more about folder mount before starting to use it. Learn more about it before making your move.
Silly question perhaps i don't know about. I'm on a stock ROM, rooted, still locked bootloader, and I cannot enter stock recovery. How do i possibly do that? I used the power+volup, power+voldwn, used root power options to boot recovery but I cannot.
Any information should help.
Thanks guys.
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No Recovery.
ouychiat said:
Silly question perhaps i don't know about. I'm on a stock ROM, rooted, still locked bootloader, and I cannot enter stock recovery. How do i possibly do that? I used the power+volup, power+voldwn, used root power options to boot recovery but I cannot.
Any information should help.
Thanks guys.
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There is no recovery in stock.
Install one for XZR. @sijav has nice working dual recovery on the forum here for XZR, I personally use that as it doesn't require us to unlock bootloader. Here you can find it :- Dual Recovery
Press thanks if I helped
nikhilkaushik said:
There is no recovery in stock.
Install one for XZR. @sijav has nice working dual recovery on the forum here for XZR, I personally use that as it doesn't require us to unlock bootloader. Here you can find it :- Dual Recovery
Press thanks if I helped
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Awesome!! Was wondering that and was looking for an answer to that searching the web. Finally. Thanks a lot i feel that the zr is an under appreciated phone.
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Is there a way to unroot?