I maybe wrong from all the treads I have read. Is there a way to root and unlock bootloader on t mobile yet with latest firmware and updates
If you mean the C6606, then the bootloader is permanently locked. There is no method to bypass that.
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If you mean the C6606, then the bootloader is permanently locked. There is no method to bypass that.
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Yes thats the one im talking about.....bummer. that means no root either!?
Yes, you can root. If you're on a 4.2 firmware, then this should work - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
If you're on 4.3, then you will have to downgrade to root, then flash a prerooted rom.
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Yes, you can root. If you're on a 4.2 firmware, then this should work - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
If you're on 4.3, then you will have to downgrade to root, then flash a prerooted rom.
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cool thanks alot
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hi, can anyone post the Deodexed generic 10.3.A.0.423 for Z?
Surprisingly, i cant find any deodexed for Z with LOCKED bootloader.
I can only find a rom for unlocked bootloaders.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344257
However, this may be of use to you - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2267184
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I can only find a rom for unlocked bootloaders.
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It states it's only for unlocked bootloaders but seeing as it's a zip I'd be tempted to just flash it.
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XperienceD said:
It states it's only for unlocked bootloaders but seeing as it's a zip I'd be tempted to just flash it.
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According to the rom thread, it contains DooMLoRD's Advance Stock Kernel v7 which is for unlocked bootloaders only (unless I'm missing something).
DooMLoRD's thread for the kernel - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2167381
So, if the above is true, flashing that rom to a device with a locked bootloader would result in a soft brick.
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According to the rom thread, it contains DooMLoRD's Advance Stock Kernel v7 which is for unlocked bootloaders only (unless I'm missing something).
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Ah yes, I didn't read it right. I guess until someone uploads one the easiest method is to try what's posted at the second link you've provided.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2337433
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eryen said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2337433
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That rom is not deodexed.
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Can I root my Z1 having the 4.3 version without downgrading? If so please tell me. I downgraded yesterday and ended up not having having any signal and my imei was a bunch of zero's.
If you know a fix for the downgrading problem that is fine too, as long as I can root it preferably tonight.
Thank you in advance
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Hanozy said:
Can I root my Z1 having the 4.3 version without downgrading? If so please tell me. I downgraded yesterday and ended up not having having any signal and my imei was a bunch of zero's.
If you know a fix for the downgrading problem that is fine too, as long as I can root it preferably tonight.
Thank you in advance
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Whilst downgrading, you have to downgrade to .257 and then to .534. The problem with disappearing IMEI happens only if you downgrade directly to .534.
If you have an unlockable bootloader you could unlock your bootloader and then flash a custom kernel.
If you are on locked bootloader or would prefer to not unlock the bootloader, the only way is to downgrade all the way to .534, root, install recovery and then prerooted firmware.
Could you walk me through the process of downgrading twice without unlocking the bootloader, thanks.
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Hanozy said:
Could you walk me through the process of downgrading twice without unlocking the bootloader, thanks.
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Check this video:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2607987
It works like a charm :thumbup:
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Hanozy said:
Could you walk me through the process of downgrading twice without unlocking the bootloader, thanks.
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Will try it when I get home, thank you. How do I go about backing up my phone, the apps and stuff.
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Hanozy said:
Will try it when I get home, thank you. How do I go about backing up my phone, the apps and stuff.
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In the third comment on the thread you will find the answer:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2607987
Thank you for your answer, is there a way to do this if I don't have an SDcard?
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Whilst downgrading, you have to downgrade to .257 and then to .534. The problem with disappearing IMEI happens only if you downgrade directly to .534.
If you have an unlockable bootloader you could unlock your bootloader and then flash a custom kernel.
If you are on locked bootloader or would prefer to not unlock the bootloader, the only way is to downgrade all the way to .534, root, install recovery and then prerooted firmware.
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I made the mistake of doing this last night and now my phone tells me I have an invalid sim... anyone one know how to solve that?
I solved it by flashing back to my stock rom, the . 290 one.
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Hanozy said:
I solved it by flashing back to my stock rom, the . 290 one.
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Many thanks, I'll give that a try once I find a generic UK 290 ftf. Can only find the 534 and 257 at the moment...
So my bootloader is unlocked and my device rooted, trouble is every recovery I flash doesn't want to boot. I'm on the three branded 257 firmware, is there anything I can use or do I need to upgrade to a newer one?
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@non4 said:
So my bootloader is unlocked and my device rooted, trouble is every recovery I flash doesn't want to boot. I'm on the three branded 257 firmware, is there anything I can use or do I need to upgrade to a newer one?
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try doomlord kernel... i think thats work well
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try doomlord kernel... i think thats work well
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On any firmware? Cheers!
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Now running doomkernel as suggested
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I'm trying to downgrade my xperia z1 c6906 so I can root it. It's locked bootloader on 4.3. When I try to flash I get the error error. Invalid literal/length code any suggestions
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Using latest flashtool? Read up on downgrading from 4.3. Some users have had major problems.
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Justin_lahaie said:
I'm trying to downgrade my xperia z1 c6906 so I can root it. It's locked bootloader on 4.3. When I try to flash I get the error error. Invalid literal/length code any suggestions
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I'm not sure to understand but you can root your phone in 4.4.2 too
Also be sure to have the latest Flashtool version.
BTW i'm not agree with augie7107, there is no major problem to downgrade by flashing a FTF file with flashtool.
There is no root method for 4.4.2 without unlocking the boot
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gregbradley said:
There is no root method for 4.4.2 without unlocking the boot
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Yes but you can flashing a pre rooted rom, that doesn't need to unlock your BL, i'm using the 4.4.2 NUT ROM with locked BL.
QualQuek said:
Yes but you can flashing a pre rooted rom, that doesn't need to unlock your BL, i'm using the 4.4.2 NUT ROM with locked BL.
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Of course,
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I'm not sure to understand but you can root your phone in 4.4.2 too
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But you cannot directly root 4.4.2, this statement is wrong.
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Of course,
But you cannot directly root 4.4.2, this statement is wrong.
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Yep you're right :good:
is there any way of rooting stock 4.4 ? on LB, just updated and cant find anything.
Short answer : No.
Unlock your bootloader or wait for an exploit/prerooted rom.
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kingvortex said:
Short answer : No.
Unlock your bootloader or wait for an exploit/prerooted rom.
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If i unlocked the bootloader. From where i get boot.img with CWM for 4.4.2?
i have rooted 4.4.2 with locked bootloader.
Mirdan Dee said:
i have rooted 4.4.2 with locked bootloader.
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Well enlighten us how you have done it.
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androidfreak70 said:
If i unlocked the bootloader. From where i get boot.img with CWM for 4.4.2?
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DooMLoRD's advanced stock kernel
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indycar said:
Well enlighten us how you have done it.
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here's the link :http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/guide-how-to-root-101-firmware-lb-t2656698
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here's the link :http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/guide-how-to-root-101-firmware-lb-t2656698
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That is of no help to those that cannot unlock their bootloader.
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kingvortex said:
DooMLoRD's advanced stock kernel
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Nice... That what i need! Thanks bro
androidfreak70 said:
Nice... That what i need! Thanks bro
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You're welcome.
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kingvortex said:
That is of no help to those that cannot unlock their bootloader.
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no.. just follow step by step the instructions.. or just wait the pre rooted rom..
Mirdan Dee said:
no.. just follow step by step the instructions.. or just wait the pre rooted rom..
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I don't think you understand. There are some devices where you cannot unlock the bootloader at all, even if you wanted to, therefore that guide is no use to people that own those devices.
I'm not asking for help by the way. I have an unlockable bootloader and am fully aware of how to root.
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I don't think you understand. There are some devices where you cannot unlock the bootloader at all, even if you wanted to, therefore that guide is no use to people that own those devices.
I'm not asking for help by the way. I have an unlockable bootloader and am fully aware of how to root.
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Lol
Just search in the Xperia Z Android development and look for the rooted 4.4.2 roms by @Rajeev and @zippy01 and follow the steps howto install and tadaa you have root on a locked bl !!!
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LOL indeed.
Please people read and understand what I was responding to before quoting me and trying to be clever again. Posting a guide that requires unlocking then relocking the bootloader is not a method of rooting with a locked bootloader for the reasons in the post of mine that you quoted without reading properly.
We all know that you can downgrade to gain root and flash any stock based rom that you want. You will see that I already suggested it in the second post of this thread.
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