[Q] Installable system app? - Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello everyone,
I would like to know how to convert a non-installable system apk (/system/app/*.apk) into a normally installable apk file.
If there are some needed tools please provide links as this will help me very much doing what I'm planning to do after my exams.
Thanks in advance
Regards,
~J2C

Why do you need a installable files when you can flash them via recovery to get them work properly? ..just asking..

eclyptos said:
Why do you need a installable files when you can flash them via recovery to get them work properly? ..just asking..
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In case of LB with no recovery (damn Sony for not having recovery partition) and no root

Just2Cause said:
In case of LB with no recovery (damn Sony for not having recovery partition) and no root
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I don't know if you know but you can have installed TWRP Recovery on LB and no Root.

eclyptos said:
I don't know if you know but you can have installed TWRP Recovery on LB and no Root.
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I don't know that but I would like to keep it simple for others too.

eclyptos said:
I don't know if you know but you can have installed TWRP Recovery on LB and no Root.
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No you can't.
You need root.
But you can install it on a non rooted device and root it at the same time on a 534 FTF
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Just2Cause said:
I don't know that but I would like to keep it simple for others too.
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Convert file System Apks to installable once, I think is not that simple and I hope someone know how to do that. Otherwise is simpler install recovery and flash them. Sorry to not help much more.

gregbradley said:
No you can't.
You need root.
But you can install it on a non rooted device and root it at the same time on a 534 FTF
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That's exactly what I was thinking about.
But lets get back to the topic, How to make the system apk installable? (I know that some apks in /system/app are installable, but I'm talking about the non-installable ones)

eclyptos said:
Convert file System Apks to installable once, I think is not that simple and I hope someone know how to do that. Otherwise is simpler install recovery and flash them. Sorry to not help much more.
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It's ok, I don't expect that everyone passes by and leave a opinion to give help, xda people share thoughts with each other..

gregbradley said:
But you can install it on a non rooted device and root it at the same time on a 534 FTF
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This part is not clear to me. If I installing the Recovery on non rooted device, how the recovery will root it at the same time? I will still have recovery without root.
Option 3 > installation on unrooted ROM.

eclyptos said:
This part is not clear to me. If I installing the Recovery on non rooted device, how the recovery will root it at the same time? I will still have recovery without root.
Option 3 > installation on unrooted ROM.
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Because the installation script can gain a temporary root shell
It uses that to install the dual recovery
then its as simple as flashing SuperSU.zip or a pre rooted rom to gain "Full" root.

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[Q] Can't write on system after root- Kitkat Xperia Z1- no permission

Hi everyone,
I know my title just explained everything
but i will explain in details now here
i bought an Xperia Z1 after burning my Xperia Z because of over heating it.:angel:
anyway
all what i wanted to do is rooting my Xperia Z WITHOUT installing another firmware UNLESS there's a way to not lose my data.
i guess what i have not is a half root, i have SuperSU installed
CWM installed BUT i can't access it. i only access it by flashing it again from the PC, its like one time use only :silly:
anyway i installed supersu and rooted the device
root checker says congratulations you have root access
busybox says install was not successful try another path AND i tried another path which leaded me to the same result
the problem is
I DON'T HAVE THE WRITE PERMISSION IN THE SYSTEM!!!
HELP?!
KitKat 4.4.2 Xperia Z1 LTE - 14.3.A.0.757
Reflash your pre rooted rom. I experienced the same problem. I couldnt get access to root. Flash on recovery.
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mahalkosijoy said:
Reflash your pre rooted rom. I experienced the same problem. I couldnt get access to root. Flash on recovery.
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am sorry but i didn't get you..
actually
i don't want to flash any rom on my device
i have a stock rom
with half a root
all what i need is
getting the write permission in the system
or if theres away to flash another rom without losing my data and my apps
am ready to do it!
Easiest way is to follow the link in my signature.
zerok911 said:
am sorry but i didn't get you..
actually
i don't want to flash any rom on my device
i have a stock rom
with half a root
all what i need is
getting the write permission in the system
or if theres away to flash another rom without losing my data and my apps
am ready to do it!
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hmm. tell me how you rooted your phone, the method.
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mahalkosijoy said:
hmm. tell me how you rooted your phone, the method.
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i used this method provided in this link:
thebluewater. blogspot .ae /2014/05/ how-to-root-your-sony-xperia-z1-with .html
i had to make spaces in between
am not allowed to post links am still a new member..
gregbradley said:
Easiest way is to follow the link in my signature.
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i really like your method, sir.
but am i going to lose my data and apps?
Not if you back them up first.
zerok911 said:
i used this method provided in this link:
thebluewater. blogspot .ae /2014/05/ how-to-root-your-sony-xperia-z1-with .html
i had to make spaces in between
am not allowed to post links am still a new member..
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That link explain the same method from XDA but the other one, Unlock Bootloader and flash the Kernel, so did you Unlocked Your Bootloader?
zerok911 said:
I DON'T HAVE THE WRITE PERMISSION IN THE SYSTEM!!!
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Hello.
I was experiencing the same problem after rooting 14.3.A.0.757 on my Xperia Z1. I searched the forums and found that the problem is due to Sony's RIC service. Correct me if I am wrong. Updating to the latest XZDualRecovery will solve the problem.
This is what I did: (I am assuming you have a working rooted 14.3.A.0.757)
Download the latest flashable zip from NUT's XZDualRecovery thread in Cross-Device Development and flash it via recovery. You have now upgraded your recovery to the latest version. Now you can mount system partition with r/w.
gregbradley said:
Not if you back them up first.
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Okay thanks a lot sir
Its working 100%
But the camera is dead :crying:

[Q] Can I get my 5.02 Z1 Rooted?

Is there any way to root my device? So many apps need it.....
U'll actually need a recovery and then its done. but i cant install any recovery atm, im trying another way to do it, i'll let u know if i manage to install that recovery.
Xgztylm said:
Is there any way to root my device? So many apps need it.....
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I have flashed customized HK.ftf firmware with flashtool and I NEED ROOT
Flashed prerooted zip
Supersu installed as system app but
No root :s

How to ROOT Android One without PC

Hallo Guys, Welcome to my thread, I tried so many apps to root my device withot pc, and finally I found this app to root mya Android One. I tried this in Indonesian 8GB variant and Philipinne 4GB variant Stock rom, so i think it might be worked on other device and stock rom called android one
Okay so lets get work guys,
1. Download Kingroot in here http://d-h.st/qcUS
2. install the downloadaed apk and open it.
3. tap on blue button and wait till progress 100%
4. Reboot your device
5. now your device ROOTED
(optional) For anyone who want superSU
1. flash custom recovery like CWM/Philz/TWRP via flashify (you can download flashify on playstore)
2. download update.zip in here http://d-h.st/JOuF
3. flash update.zip
3. DONE
Here the screenshot
Go to Page 2 >>
Okay Guys thats what i've done Thank you :good:
Press Thanks Button if i Help you
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markjerald said:
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What was deleted?
I asked if you are using Cherry Mobile One but never mind XD
markjerald said:
I asked if you are using Cherry Mobile One but never mind XD
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LOL, but i think it might be work on any devices too
I tested in indian stock rom too in last hour
Haha. I'm afraid to root because they say that it'll broke OTA updates
So don't root your phone
Yeah but they said too that you can update manually even though your phone is rooted but i don't know how to update manually. Can you teach me?
People have tried many apps in the past, and reported that they do not work
Can you post a screenshot showing it?
markjerald said:
Yeah but they said too that you can update manually even though your phone is rooted but i don't know how to update manually. Can you teach me?
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Ask someone who could give you update.zip which downloaded from update, and flash it via recovery
Maykheld said:
Ask someone who could give you update.zip which downloaded from update, and flash it via recovery
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Can i flash OTA's using stock recovery?
akhilnarang said:
People have tried many apps in the past, and reported that they do not work
Can you post a screenshot showing it?
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here are the screenshots
thanks for remind me
Is it possible to flash the update.zip or supersu using stock recovery?
i never try it before, but you need to install custom recovery for more abilities
hi
pless help
mi how to root samsung star 2 sm-g130e withot pc

Is there a way to root new 5.1.1 lollipop????

I've updated to 5.1.1 recently and tried everything i know to root my c6902 but nothing seemed to work...please does anyone know how to root 14.6.A.0.368????
Get a working recovery and flash one of the many prerooted ROMs
I'm not talking about the prerooted ftfs...if i want one i can create one...i'm talking about purely rooting stock ftf... btw thnx for advice...
ZEUZ THE ATOM said:
I'm not talking about the prerooted ftfs...if i want one i can create one...i'm talking about purely rooting stock ftf... btw thnx for advice...
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No, there is no one-click root. I haven't seen anyone working on it, but it may show up eventually, or it may never. I wouldn't hold my breath.
ZEUZ THE ATOM said:
I've updated to 5.1.1 recently and tried everything i know to root my c6902 but nothing seemed to work...please does anyone know how to root 14.6.A.0.368????
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Use prf tool to create flashable zip of ftf also includes supersu zip and or recovery then simply flash with twrp..
kathanpatel1001 said:
Use prf tool to create flashable zip of ftf also includes supersu zip and or recovery then simply flash with twrp..
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I would love to do that but my phone is dead now..no responce at all...can u help me???

[LG-H901] Stock ROM, Rooted, with Busybox

Thanks to Mikeyinid and TheJesus for providing the stock img files and flashable recovery zip. I used them more than once on my own device, and got frustrated at having to re-root it every time. To speed things up I decided to create a pre-rooted zip with busybox installed.
Feel free to use it as you see fit. If you format /system before you install this TWRP will warn you that there is no OS installed, but it's wrong, it will boot.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24269982086992710
Flash this via TWRP, no wipe should be needed, but it can't hurt.
Forgive the stupid question, but this isn't a flashable stock ROM is it? New to LG so I'm not wanting to jack my phone up stupid.
astrosplatt said:
Forgive the stupid question, but this isn't a flashable stock ROM is it? New to LG so I'm not wanting to jack my phone up stupid.
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delete.
Yes it is.
@sonofskywalker3 you a busy man bro, Thank you for all of your efforts!!
Sent from my LG-H901 using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk 2
astrosplatt said:
Forgive the stupid question, but this isn't a flashable stock ROM is it? New to LG so I'm not wanting to jack my phone up stupid.
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No problem, it is flashable, almost stock. Check this thread for full stock, without busybox or root if you want to take an OTA update or something.
sonofskywalker3 said:
No problem, it is flashable, almost stock. Check this thread for full stock, without busybox or root if you want to take an OTA update or something.
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Almost stock? Are you saying this only because it has root and busybox? It does not overwrite recovery, correct?
sonofskywalker3 said:
No problem, it is flashable, almost stock. Check this thread for full stock, without busybox or root if you want to take an OTA update or something.
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Appreciate the answer sir. Thanks.
Swizzle82 said:
Almost stock? Are you saying this only because it has root and busybox? It does not overwrite recovery, correct?
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yes, exactly. I'm just trying to be clear that it is not completely stock because there have been additional files added to the system image. It will not overwrite recovery, only reflash the system and boot partitions.
Will this work with tmobile variant ? and with the wifi calling working ? just curious,. thank you new to lg thats why ( software verson h90110c)
humkitumki said:
Will this work with tmobile variant ? and with the wifi calling working ? just curious,. thank you new to lg thats why ( software verson h90110c)
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This is for the h901 which is the Tmo variant just fyi. So yeah you are good.
WiFi calling works fine. The only thing that breaks it sort off is installing xposed and that only breaks it if you don't have LTE at all. If at home you can use WiFi but it has to see LTE signal as well. If you are In. area with no LTE or if airlane mode on with just WiFi on it wont work.
Sent from my non-Mega loved v10 H901.
thank you so much for quick answer. just a another quick answer, how can i install twrp cause when i downloaded from play store it says root require. isnt the purpose of this thread to give root to your phome ? Now another question is do we have to install twrp through odin ? like holding volume amd up down ?
sorry just trying to get things figire out. thank you
humkitumki said:
thank you so much for quick answer. just a another quick answer, how can i install twrp cause when i downloaded from play store it says root require. isnt the purpose of this thread to give root to your phome ? Now another question is do we have to install twrp through odin ? like holding volume amd up down ?
sorry just trying to get things figire out. thank you
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You have to unlock your bootloader first by sending commands over adb after booting into fastboot then you'll have to download the twrp file and flash that over the stock recovery using adb again
mohan24 said:
You have to unlock your bootloader first by sending commands over adb after booting into fastboot then you'll have to download the twrp file and flash that over the stock recovery using adb again
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first of all i like to.say thank you for helping me. second to use adb do i have to install the nexus tool kit ? i was reading somewhere thats the best way to go through ? thank you and sorry for asking such a noobie questions.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63655247&postcount=3
just follow this link style right ?
Here is the link to the bootloader unlock/recovery/root thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63627074
I didn't use the nexus kit, I just installed the adb and fastboot drivers manually. Instructions are in the link I pasted. When installing the drivers, install them system wide, makes it a little easier. Also, download drivers for LG G4.
Sent from my LG-H901 using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk 2
Im apologize for he noob question. Can I just flash this v10_Stock_Rooted_Busybox.zip that I downoaded and it will restore the phone to factory settings, but be rooted and have busybox installed already?
GraphMatix said:
Im apologize for he noob question. Can I just flash this v10_Stock_Rooted_Busybox.zip that I downoaded and it will restore the phone to factory settings, but be rooted and have busybox installed already?
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Shouldn't cause harm.
But it is always good to do a clean flash
I have to say this worked, unlocked and rooted, adb fastboot all worked great,. Thank you
Would anyone be so kind as to zip up the following two folders and share the links with me?
/system/lib
/system/vendor
Many thanks in advance! :good:
Anyone getting this to work with the LG-H960A yet?
Gesendet von meinem LG V10
What about the LG-H960A?? Can't I root that??

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