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C6606 (T-Mobile USA) pre-Rooting questions

Hi All,
I have T-Mobile branded C6606 and have been considering rooting so that I can flash a c6603 stock ROM. I know the bootloader is locked on the device but here is my question:
If I flash a stock ROM and basically make the phone act as a 6603, will I get updates directly from Sony for example will I be able to upgrade to 4.3 or 4.4 via PC Companion or OTA ? I'm assuming this is with the bootloader remaining locked.
Also, assuming I decide to root and flash using a stock ROM are there any CONS...ie. Wifi or NFC issues ?
Thanks!

goon3r said:
Hi All,
I have T-Mobile branded C6606 and have been considering rooting so that I can flash a c6603 stock ROM. I know the bootloader is locked on the device but here is my question:
If I flash a stock ROM and basically make the phone act as a 6603, will I get updates directly from Sony for example will I be able to upgrade to 4.3 or 4.4 via PC Companion or OTA ? I'm assuming this is with the bootloader remaining locked.
Also, assuming I decide to root and flash using a stock ROM are there any CONS...ie. Wifi or NFC issues ?
Thanks!
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No issues. It will perform as a 6603. Only thing you will loose is wifi calling... I'm typing this from a 6606 right now on rooted 4.3 ES firmware.
You need to flash a (.67) or (.74) rom first, root it, install recovery, and then you can install a (.569) pre-rooted rom. Make sure you set your apn correctly for mms functioning.
You can use this as your final update for now:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthredad.php?t=2583333
Please post questions in q&a section next time.
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Thanks for the info Grogg.
I'm curious though, why is it that I should install the older (.67 or 74) ROM first ? I was actually planning to root, install CWM then simply find a Generic unbranded ROM to flash.
GROGG88 said:
No issues. It will perform as a 6603. Only thing you will loose is wifi calling... I'm typing this from a 6606 right now on rooted 4.3 ES firmware.
You need to flash a (.67) or (.74) rom first, root it, install recovery, and then you can install a (.569) pre-rooted rom. Make sure you set your apn correctly for mms functioning.
You can use this as your final update for now:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthredad.php?t=2583333
Please post questions in q&a section next time.
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goon3r said:
Thanks for the info Grogg.
I'm curious though, why is it that I should install the older (.67 or 74) ROM first ? I was actually planning to root, install CWM then simply find a Generic unbranded ROM to flash.
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Because you cannot root the 4.3 roms directly without an unlocked bootloader. The way I described is the only option for now.
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Im on existenzv5 locked bl rooted c6606 tmobile running great

So I flashed a stock 6603 ES ROM (10.31.A.2.67), been testing it and no issues so far. Happy to get rid of some of the T-Mobile bloatware.
Since 4.3 is already out for the C6603 , I was expecting an OTA or PC Companion to prompt me to update to 4.3 (shows 6603). Am I missing something here ?
I haven't rooted or done anything else apart from the ROM Flash. To be honest I don't have much desire for Custom ROMs or need Root access, just a desire to get faster updates and less bloat. If I can get a stock 4.3 on the device I may leave it like that. The most important thing for me though is to just be able to get updates.
Wondering if I should start a new thread in the QA forum or if a MOD can simply move this one.

goon3r said:
So I flashed a stock 6603 ES ROM (10.31.A.2.67), been testing it and no issues so far. Happy to get rid of some of the T-Mobile bloatware.
Since 4.3 is already out for the C6603 , I was expecting an OTA or PC Companion to prompt me to update to 4.3 (shows 6603). Am I missing something here ?
I haven't rooted or done anything else apart from the ROM Flash. To be honest I don't have much desire for Custom ROMs or need Root access, just a desire to get faster updates and less bloat. If I can get a stock 4.3 on the device I may leave it like that. The most important thing for me though is to just be able to get updates.
Wondering if I should start a new thread in the QA forum or if a MOD can simply move this one.
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There may or may not be an update available depending on the customization number you flashed. Either way, if you flashed a stock ftf then you will receive updates as they become available for your customization number.
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Ok. Ignorance on my part. I was under the impression that the builds were generic enough that all would be eligible for updates.
The FTF I used was from this page:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45856753&postcount=1
Can you point me at or recommend an FTF then ? I'm going to be giving the phone to a family member in a few weeks and just want them to at least be able to get regular updates.
GROGG88 said:
There may or may not be an update available depending on the customization number you flashed. Either way, if you flashed a stock ftf then you will receive updates as they become available for your customization number.
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Generic ES 4.3 has been released. You should be getting an update to (.569). You can check firmware versions here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42234656
There is an ftf available for that update though, so you could go that route.
Download here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48974188
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While I wait for the 4.3 ROM in that link (taking 3+ hours so far), I decided to try a generic UK Rom.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2404211
I got prompted for an OTA update which completed fine, no prompt for 4.3 since though. Is it just a case of waiting or am I missing something ? When I use flashtool I am leaving everything at default only excluding baseband.
GROGG88 said:
Generic ES 4.3 has been released. You should be getting an update to (.569). You can check firmware versions here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42234656
There is an ftf available for that update though, so you could go that route.
Download here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48974188
Sent from my C6603 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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goon3r said:
While I wait for the 4.3 ROM in that link (taking 3+ hours so far), I decided to try a generic UK Rom.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2404211
I got prompted for an OTA update which completed fine, no prompt for 4.3 since though. Is it just a case of waiting or am I missing something ? When I use flashtool I am leaving everything at default only excluding baseband.
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You can try rebooting and checking again. Did you ever perform a factory reset? If not, do it.
Also, the baseband really doesn't need to be excluded. I've seen no benefits in keeping any of the t-mobile garbage.
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Refer to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311211
There will be some folder you may have to delete from PCC data because it is cached and PCC will still see your device with the old customization. It is explained in that 1st post.

GROGG88 said:
You can try rebooting and checking again. Did you ever perform a factory reset? If not, do it.
Also, the baseband really doesn't need to be excluded. I've seen no benefits in keeping any of the t-mobile garbage.
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I took your advice and reflashed with baseband and also did the factory reset. The baseband left me with weak LTE in areas where I normally have full bars. In the end the update still didn't show allowing me to move to 4.3. I ended up just flashing the 4.3 ES rom that you linked to and have been liking it so far.
I really would like to have a better understanding of how/why I wasn't getting the update prompts.
SmallsXD said:
Refer to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311211
There will be some folder you may have to delete from PCC data because it is cached and PCC will still see your device with the old customization. It is explained in that 1st post.
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I actually looked into this, but at one point after flashing but didn't have any folder to delete. Also, after the last flash I connected to a brand new laptop that had never had PCC installed or seen the phone before and the result was the same. No update could be found.
I appreciate the suggestions so far, I'd love to know what else I can try though as I'd like to have the phone get regular updates independent of T-Mobile.

GROGG88 said:
Generic ES 4.3 has been released. You should be getting an update to (.569). You can check firmware versions here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42234656
There is an ftf available for that update though, so you could go that route.
Download here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48974188
Sent from my C6603 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Here are the steps I am taking to root my tmobile c6606 on a c6603 4.3 rom. It has been unsuccesful. I would like help.
I have used flashtool-0.9.13.0-windows tool.
I use it to successfully install Xperia Z (C6603)_10.4.B.0.569_Generic ES tft.
It is fully fuctional and works with no problems.
However.
I have tried the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33 tool that roots the C6606 succesfully when I have the original factory rom installed.
BUT when I have this 4.3 Generic ES rom installed it will not root. It says I need to enable USB Debugging. I do that. The the phone shows it is in that mode, but the root program will not see it in that mode.
Therefore, rooting can not occur..
What do I do?
Id like to root so I can install my special apps and remove bloat.
Thanks

nickcaper said:
Here are the steps I am taking to root my tmobile c6606 on a c6603 4.3 rom. It has been unsuccesful. I would like help.
I have used flashtool-0.9.13.0-windows tool.
I use it to successfully install Xperia Z (C6603)_10.4.B.0.569_Generic ES tft.
It is fully fuctional and works with no problems.
However.
I have tried the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33 tool that roots the C6606 succesfully when I have the original factory rom installed.
BUT when I have this 4.3 Generic ES rom installed it will not root. It says I need to enable USB Debugging. I do that. The the phone shows it is in that mode, but the root program will not see it in that mode.
Therefore, rooting can not occur..
What do I do?
Id like to root so I can install my special apps and remove bloat.
Thanks
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You cannot root any 4.3 rom directly without unlocking the bootloader. As you have a C6606, you cannot do that.
You will have to downgrade to a 4.2.2 rom, root, then flash a prerooted 4.3 rom.
This information is readily available all over this section, so a search probably would have got you the information you needed.
Forum rules.
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[Q] Confirming the Stuff i need to do

NOTE: MODS, i know i could have used an existing thread for this, but i need the information in a proper way and maybe ask some repeated questions.
Hi guys,
I recently bought my first sony phone. Mighty impressed, i must say. Being an old HTC fan, i didnt expect i will ever make a jump, but this phone hooked me.
I have worked a bit for the development of HTC and some other phones, so i know what to look for and where to. Reading all the guides here, this is what i concluded if i want to safely unlock bootloader and flash some CM goodness. Please read my steps and let me know i am doing the right thing:
1. Root (via Doomlord thread guide. Flash old kernel, use exploit, then flash new kernel back)
2. Backup TA partition (for the precious BE2 and other magical SONY stuff)
3. Unlock BL the official or unofficial way, (as it doesnt matter because i can always relock it using TA backup , am i right???)
4. Flash CWM/TWRP etc and enjoy all the custom roms. (never look back)
Much appreciated guys. I will surely contribute with my own flavor of aokp once i get the basics correct. Not so soon.
Regards
neXusPRIME

Yes and Yes.
The steps you described are the proper ones

Yep that's the right steps to do!Have fun unlocking your device

Real benefits of unlocking bootloader? And can I use custom roms without unlocking?
Found it. I need to unlock before flashing non stock custom roms.
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Secondly, does anyone know a method to skip tracks while sleep mode? I don't want to wake phone each time I want to skip a track
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neXus PRIME said:
Secondly, does anyone know a method to skip tracks while sleep mode? I don't want to wake phone each time I want to skip a track
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Maybe Xposed Framework can help you out

Hmmm. Then I have to root.... Okay, I'll do that. Any other option?
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if 4.3 comes via OTA and i have rooted (not Unlocked), will i get the ota and will it install properly?
or do we need a clean untouched device for OTA?

No if your bootloader is untouched it will update you will lose root tho
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mrjraider said:
No if your bootloader is untouched it will update you will lose root tho
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You can use Voodoo OTA Rootkeepr for that

Rooting will flash custom recovery. How to get back stock recovery after that?
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neXus PRIME said:
Rooting will flash custom recovery. How to get back stock recovery after that?
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Rooting will not flash a custom recovery it will just install a SuperSu app and su binary. U can use a stock firmware and flash it using flashtool to get back to stock
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One last question before taking the plunge.
What if i flash a generic stock FTF (for my c5303 ofcourse), but not caring about the branding, will that also be okay for OTAs or will i have to repair/update via PCC SEUS?
In other words, how do i know which branding stock ftf do i need? About Phone page doesnt have that info i think.
I am not worried about system partition or anything, but i want to make sure i have stock recovery of my phone which will guaranteed work when i get the 4.3 OTA.
for rest, ill root, flash CWM and nand backup all things.
btw, it was so so easier on HTC

neXus PRIME said:
One last question before taking the plunge.
What if i flash a generic stock FTF (for my c5303 ofcourse), but not caring about the branding, will that also be okay for OTAs or will i have to repair/update via PCC SEUS?
In other words, how do i know which branding stock ftf do i need? About Phone page doesnt have that info i think.
I am not worried about system partition or anything, but i want to make sure i have stock recovery of my phone which will guaranteed work when i get the 4.3 OTA.
for rest, ill root, flash CWM and nand backup all things.
btw, it was so so easier on HTC
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You can restore you phone with SEUS also with Flashtool ofcourse.
It does not matter what kind of firmware you flash as long as it is an C5303 one. I had dutch Vodafone Branded and I flashed a Generic EU one without issue the updates will be provide by Sony and not vodafone (my case).

mrjraider said:
You can restore you phone with SEUS also with Flashtool ofcourse.
It does not matter what kind of firmware you flash as long as it is an C5303 one. I had dutch Vodafone Branded and I flashed a Generic EU one without issue the updates will be provide by Sony and not vodafone (my case).
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Great. Thanks. I'm thinking of creating my own ftf. Just for the sake of it.
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A little help please!!!
locked BL
rooted stock
installed cwm n twrp for locked bl. took a nand backup.
tried to flash existenze ultra using twrp without wiping anything. Installation completed in 10 sec, which is fishy.
on reboot, phone is stuck on sony logo.
cant enter recovery, only goes into flashmode....
what to do now???
can i recover??

neXus PRIME said:
A little help please!!!
locked BL
rooted stock
installed cwm n twrp for locked bl. took a nand backup.
tried to flash existenze ultra using twrp without wiping anything. Installation completed in 10 sec, which is fishy.
on reboot, phone is stuck on sony logo.
cant enter recovery, only goes into flashmode....
what to do now???
can i recover??
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Well, that's weird... Flash original .ftf with flashtool?

Nanostray said:
Well, that's weird... Flash original .ftf with flashtool?
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Used sony update service to repair my phone,
Its back to unrooted stock 254
i think twrp messed something up.
Is it recommended or CWM only works?
on my old phone, twrp was more reliable.
There is something fishy with sony mobiles.
I know the modding stuff is more safe due to flashtool being always available for the rescue, however common stuff such as unlock, TA, recovery and etc are much too complicated for the newcomers.
even being n RC for porting TWRP to two htc phones didnt help me there.
Stuff dont work the first time.
In my case, the problem was,
flashtool worked the second time for flashing 254 kernel
doomlord kit worked the second time for rooting (i really dont know why, but it wasnt related to kit, something up with usb debug n permissions)
installing CWM didnt work the first time as well, (not the fault of installer, rather first time fails coz u give SU permissions just then, so something is missed, 2nd time, the SU permission is already there, so it works)
and ROM flashing almost always needs wipe dalvik/data/cache etc otherwise you might mess something up...
Its a lot safer if i see it one way, because these steps are more foolproof, but on the other hand, a lot more complicated, then say HTC or samsung phones. especially as i havent unlocked my BL so being cautious at every step.
Anyways, all things are fine now, using existenze ultra and enjoying it every bit.
Will step more carefully now on, using above as experience. Thanks all. This thread is closed until i have another problem

[Q] Flashing rom's with 4.3 knox-bootloader

Bloatware, force closes and all of that... NO.
Im done with stock rom and now is a good time to void my warranty!
I dont want to brick my device at the first place so maybe someone could help me out and explain how to flash rom's with this thing?
There seems to be so much different ways to do things but Im on a risk of bricking if I just go and flash things with this knox-bootloader...
Please clear out the procedure for me

So, I just found this thread.
Flash recovery, backup IMEI / NV Data and then I can flash 4.3 and 4.4 roms like I want..?

Heatti said:
So, I just found this thread.
Flash recovery, backup IMEI / NV Data and then I can flash 4.3 and 4.4 roms like I want..?
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basically for flashing custom roms/kernels, these are the things needed:
- root acces
- custom recovery like cwm/philz/twrp
and youre good to go. remember to flash only roms/kernels/recoverys made for i9305 specifically, otherwise youll risk bricking your phone!
to avoid any problems in recovery while flashing roms, use always the latest recovery version as those are compatible with the newest roms around.
:good:

So this knox-bootloader wont cause any problems with 4.3 and 4.4 roms?
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Heatti said:
So this knox-bootloader wont cause any problems with 4.3 and 4.4 roms?
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no it wont, cause when updating the supersu binary supersu app will ask you to deactivate knox so it wont bother with any settings or apps on your device after deactivated

MaHo_66 said:
no it wont, cause when updating the supersu binary supersu app will ask you to deactivate knox so it wont bother with any settings or apps on your device after deactivated
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I managed to get a root, flashed philz recovery and backed up efs with several different ways just in case.
Now Im running on latest LiquidSmooth Rom and my S3 is officially reborn! :highfive:
Thanks for the help man :good:

Help please

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My device galaxy s3 19305 lte is brick. It won't boot up even after I flash the original firmware from sammobile. So I was told that the bootloader is damage. I probably damage it when I was trying to root. The phone only boot and get stuck in the Samsung logo. Please please can anyone point me to a thread where I can repairs the bootloader? Thanks

Da Legend said:
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My device galaxy s3 19305 lte is brick. It won't boot up even after I flash the original firmware from sammobile. So I was told that the bootloader is damage. I probably damage it when I was trying to root. The phone only boot and get stuck in the Samsung logo. Please please can anyone point me to a thread where I can repairs the bootloader? Thanks
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did you try a dalvik wipe? sometimes it helps
I think you need to flash twpr (you can find it on this forum) then a full wipe, after that, try another rom (i'm using for now a 4.4.4 rom, but tried several 5.02 rom's. Was working fine only a irri noise when i was caling with somebody, think my mic is broken)I would say, try also to use odin multiflasher to reset all settings of your phone, start new from the begin, It can be a nasty problem but good to fix.

killerbee_67 said:
did you try a dalvik wipe? sometimes it helps
I think you need to flash twpr (you can find it on this forum) then a full wipe, after that, try another rom (i'm using for now a 4.4.4 rom, but tried several 5.02 rom's. Was working fine only a irri noise when i was caling with somebody, think my mic is broken)I would say, try also to use odin multiflasher to reset all settings of your phone, start new from the begin, It can be a nasty problem but good to fix.
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I did the dalvik wipe. And I have twpr installed. The device is running 4.3 and I can't flash other rims coz i'm not rooted. Or can I?
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Flash kitkat official stock rom with Odin .

Did many times. No luck
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Da Legend said:
I did the dalvik wipe. And I have twpr installed. The device is running 4.3 and I can't flash other rims coz i'm not rooted. Or can I?
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If you have TWRP, you can flash anything. Root permissions apply inside the rom, not inside a custom recovery.
If you're on the recovery, you can flash anything (that your recovery allows).
inside TWRP, find a way to wipe everything except EFS. Format /system , /cache , /data and /data/media if it shows.

daedric said:
If you have TWRP, you can flash anything. Root permissions apply inside the rom, not inside a custom recovery.
If you're on the recovery, you can flash anything (that your recovery allows).
inside TWRP, find a way to wipe everything except EFS. Format /system , /cache , /data and /data/media if it shows.
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Are you saying that I can even upgrade my device to 4.4 kitkat? Please i just want to be sure. And does it mean that i9305 comes with an unlock boot loader?. Please please reply.
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Da Legend said:
Are you saying that I can even upgrade my device to 4.4 kitkat? Please i just want to be sure. And does it mean that i9305 comes with an unlock boot loader?. Please please reply.
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yes it should be possible to instal kitkat or lollipop, did that several times, but you have to be sure you're going to use the right rom's (9305 or LTE) if you don't you divice can be bricked.
Are you sure your samsung has root? please download en install root checker from the playstore, this will tell you if your samsung has root!!
i ran this rom a few days (again ihave a personal problem with my mic, on lollipop there is a noise, on kitkat or older roms not) can't find what couses the problem, sadly....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development-i9305/rom-t3042318 link isn't availleble
follow the instructions correctly and it should work

killerbee_67 said:
yes it should be possible to instal kitkat or lollipop, did that several times, but you have to be sure you're going to use the right rom's (9305 or LTE) if you don't you divice can be bricked.
Are you sure your samsung has root? please download en install root checker from the playstore, this will tell you if your samsung has root!!
i ran this rom a few days (again ihave a personal problem with my mic, on lollipop there is a noise, on kitkat or older roms not) can't find what couses the problem, sadly....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development-i9305/rom-t3042318
follow the instructions correctly and it should work
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My device doesn't have root!! But i have twrp installed. I was told that I can flash from the custom recovery without root! Please reply
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Da Legend said:
My device doesn't have root!! But i have twrp installed. I was told that I can flash from the custom recovery without root! Please reply
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With custom rom's better always look for root on your device.
you need this:
http://download.chainfire.eu/232/CF-Root/CF-Auto-Root/CF-Auto-Root-m3-m3zh-gti9305.zip
http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/i9305/openrecovery-twrp-2.7.0.0-i9305.tarhttp://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/i9305/openrecovery-twrp-2.7.0.0-i9305.tar
Rom: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95916177934540052 this is a lollipop good working rom
on this url: you find info for using odin to flash the proper software on your gt-i9305!
http://www.droidviews.com/root-and-install-twrp-on-galaxy-s3-gt-i9305-lte/
read carefully and do exaxt the same thing.......suc6

[Q&A][ALL ROMS] Beginner Friendly Q&A for Everything

The Everything Q&A!
This is a help thread for anyone who has a general question which has to do with pretty much anything including Kernels, ROMs, Recoveries, Flashing, Flashtools, Locked Bootloaders(LBL), Unlocked Bootloaders (UBL), Links for Stock ftf, Flashable Fixes, EVERYTHING!!!:highfive:
I created this thread so that newcomers can get answers on the spot from experienced users who know the answer to their problem. I was also a confused member once on xda who wanted answers on the spot but that wouldn't be exactly called 'following the rules' because I would be violating the rules of that thread (lol)
So here's a place for YOU to answer questions, and a place for YOU to ask :good:. Appreciate all the people who have helped you by hitting the "Thanks" button :good:​

android 5.0 wifi fix
would like to know how to fix the wifi error that connects not already tried many items on the xda forum solved my problem any more would like help from already appreciate the attention: Good:

I don't see anything related to Development.
Moving this to Q&A

My sp stuck in boot loop
Hi guys, Please HELP!!!
So I rooted my phone a while ago and it was all fine until yesterday, when I changed the boot animation, stupidly, I forgot to rename the original boot animation zip so when I downloaded the new one, They both had the same name. Not realising this I went ahead and restarted the phone and I'm guessing the system did not know which one to use and is stuck on bootloop, is there any way out?
Xperia sp running stock rom and kernel with very few xposed changes
C5303 model.

Heya there!
Did you make a backup of your ROM in a recovery? If so, boot into recovery and restore your backup.
If you don't have a recovery and didn't make a backup,the only way out would be to flash stock ftf file for your specific phone (C530X, area/region) using Flashtool by androxyde. THIS METHOD WILL WIPE EVERYTHING except your external SD
stock ftf files: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311964
flashtool: http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
Tutorial for flashing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctqKNAzrKpQ
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TheAvengingTITAN said:
Heya there!
Did you make a backup of your ROM in a recovery? If so, boot into recovery and restore your backup.
If you don't have a recovery and didn't make a backup,the only way out would be to flash stock ftf file for your specific phone (C530X, area/region) using Flashtool by androxyde. THIS METHOD WILL WIPE EVERYTHING except your external SD
stock ftf files: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311964
flashtool: http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
Tutorial for flashing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctqKNAzrKpQ
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Thanks, I made a backup of "system and user files" using titanium backup but I'm not sure if that includes the rom, anyway I did not get a cwm recovery or such so my only option is using the flash tool, thank you for the info

lolopike said:
would like to know how to fix the wifi error that connects not already tried many items on the xda forum solved my problem any more would like help from already appreciate the attention: Good:
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I don't really understand your problem... Maybe try rephrasing that?
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borderlineandroid said:
Hi guys, Please HELP!!!
So I rooted my phone a while ago and it was all fine until yesterday, when I changed the boot animation, stupidly, I forgot to rename the original boot animation zip so when I downloaded the new one, They both had the same name. Not realising this I went ahead and restarted the phone and I'm guessing the system did not know which one to use and is stuck on bootloop, is there any way out?
Xperia sp running stock rom and kernel with very few xposed changes
C5303 model.
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Hi, if they both had the same name then the system would've simply overwritten the old one and put the new one in. If you have a backup of your rom you could extract the original bootanimation and use a flash-able zip with your original boot animation. Or just download another bootanimation that works with sp and then just flash it.

Hi,
I own a C5303 and running on firmware 12.1.A.1.205. I would like to know what are the tools I need to root. I am aware I need to unlock the bootloader as I have some experience rooting other android devices. I have downloaded flash tool but I couldnt somehow get into the bootloader. I would like some suggestions for what firmware to use and the process to root. I did not get the latest OTA update(12.1.A.1.207) from my carrier (Virgin Mobile Australia). I have also experienced the annoying screen brightness changing from time to time.

check first that unlocking the BL is possible
Do this by going into the stock dialler entering *#*#7378423#*#* a window will open
Proceed to press service info then configuration and you can find out under rooting status if it says no your BL cannot yet be unlocked (like me). if yes you can unlock
Phone must be powered down to continue
To enter fast boot to unlock the BL press volume up then while holding it plug in the USB into your device if done correctly greenlight will appear ( do this when flash tool tells you to connect your device.) Process will ERASE internal storage so backup and DRM keys will be lost so backup those as well think there's a thread for that somewhere. Good luck phone will reboot afterwards

Hey, I want to change my GApps package which has been giving me FC's since day one. It's been a month now, so I don't wanna wipe and start anew. Any Ideas??[emoji4]

I'm afraid the only way that I know of is to wipe and start over.
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My bootloader can be unlocked.
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knightslay2 said:
My bootloader can be unlocked.
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Have fun unlocking
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354721
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From reading that thread, the DRM keys can be backed up after unlocking the bootloader?
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knightslay2 said:
From reading that thread, the DRM keys can be backed up after unlocking the bootloader?
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Yes.
Something not mentioned in the thread was if you use flashtool to unlock your boot loader (by pressing "BLU", " Unlock Boot loader" then enter the unlock code) it is much easier and will automatically backup ur DRM keys so if you want to relock (BLU, Unlock Boot loader, there will be a new button saying relock boot loader and the unlock code will still be entered) the DRM keys will be automatically restored.
This is for some versions of Flashtool by Androxyde... Not sure if its for all.
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Whoops accidentally posted the same thing lol

cant flash recovery
hi there,i am root with towelroot with stock rom and cant flash recovery,i tried all ways included in this forum,nothing.
i have sp c5303 model kernel 3.4.0
12.1.A.1.205
android 4.3
please help me to instal a recovery .
i use windows 7 home pr

giabritsos said:
hi there,i am root with towelroot with stock rom and cant flash recovery,i tried all ways included in this forum,nothing.
i have sp c5303 model kernel 3.4.0
12.1.A.1.205
android 4.3
please help me to instal a recovery .
i use windows 7 home pr
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Do you have SuperSU installed?
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TheAvengingTITAN said:
Do you have SuperSU installed?
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Yes i do installs it from store