[Q] New Z1 Straight Out Of The Box. Now What? - Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Just got my brand new Z1 (C6903), SIM and bootloader unlocked (SI 1276-0471.2), and have booted it for the first time. It is running 14.1.G.1.518, shows 1 system OTA system update available to 14.2.A.0.290 and a number of OTA app updates available.
I'd like to root, install custom recovery (preferably dual) and back up the phones original state including TA partition, then move on to updating to a 4.4 Kitkat build, probably stock as I will leave the bootloader locked for the moment.
Despite having worked on (rooted etc.) 2x Xperia SPs, I have read through the many Z1 rooting threads and ultimate guides and I have no idea where to start. Most rooting threads start with downgrading, which I shouldn't need to do, there are usually multiple methods for each firmware version and most don't seem to root the currently installed ROM (especially the newer firmware versions), they require a ftf file (of unknown SI number) flashed over the current ROM. There doesn't seem to be a way to retain a firmware version with the correct SI number for my phone.
I think I read that Bin4ry's rooting method is the best for this firmware. Is that right? The dual recovery seems as though it could be problematic, will it be overwritten when I update or flash an ftf file? Once I root the original .518 firmware etc. what do I do next to get to rooted Kitkat (.757)? Is it possible to get a rooted 4.4 stock ROM with the same SI number? Should I actually be bother with such details?
I could really use some clear advice on the best way to proceed.

This is what you need to get to a 4.4.2 or 4.4.3 ROM with Root. For 4.4.4 look further down the post. This is for locked bootloaders.
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For unlocked bootloaders on ANY FW just flash a custom kernel of your choice suitable for the FW you are on then install chainfires SuperSU either from the play store or from his website in a flashable zip (Google it)
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
No need to root, no need to unlock the bootloader, hence also no need to back up the TA partition.
At the end of the process you will be on KitKat and rooted.
Here is @shem2409 brand new video showing you step by step how to root and install the newest recovery on bootloader locked Sony Xperia Z1 Android 4.4 based on [NUT]'s guide:
For 4.4.4 just update to 4.4.4 via PCCompanion or flashtool and then look at this
http://prntscr.com/3zl4vx
or this
http://prntscr.com/4009mp

gregbradley said:
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
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Many Thanks for the swift response, thats about as clear as it gets. But I did notice most ROM's install instructions say to root 534 before installing recovery and most require a kernel only ftf to be flashed after flashing ROM. Should I follow the ROM's install instructions?
Just for my own knowledge, there is a Generic UK 534 firmware ftf listed but not with the same SI number as mine. Should I worry about never being able to return the phone to full "just-out-of-the-box" condition?

If you do not install dual recovery then you will have to root the 534 firmware
Installing dual recovery on 534 roots the firmware at the same time
You can flash any 534 FTF as long as its for your model of phone (C6902/3/6 etc), the SI number does not matter
As my instructions said at each step you will find files and instructions in the relevant threads, please follow them.

i upgraded it to .757, then installed doomkernel and flashed supersu.zip...thats my rooting method on qct based devices ^^

AgroCPU said:
i upgraded it to .757, then installed doomkernel and flashed supersu.zip...thats my rooting method on qct based devices ^^
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On unlocked bootloader that's the best way, but for those that choose to not unlock, or cannot unlock then they need the above method

gregbradley said:
On unlocked bootloader that's the best way, but for those that choose to not unlock, or cannot unlock then they need the above method
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Jep...^^

gregbradley said:
If you do not install dual recovery then you will have to root the 534 firmware
Installing dual recovery on 534 roots the firmware at the same time
You can flash any 534 FTF as long as its for your model of phone (C6902/3/6 etc), the SI number does not matter
As my instructions said at each step you will find files and instructions in the relevant threads, please follow them.
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Thanks again, that dual recovery is a godsend. Much like yourself. Couldn't find any details on what Wipe and Exclude options to set in flashtool for the 534 flash. Seems logical to exclude TA but I don't know.
I have read some stuff about losing IMEI when flashing with flashtool but that seems to occur when downgrading.

gregbradley said:
This is what you need to get to a 4.4 ROM with Root.
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
No need to root, no need to unlock the bootloader, hence also no need to back up the TA partition.
At the end of the process you will be on KitKat and rooted.
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Hi,
I flashed the FTF file ending in 534 but now my phone is just continuously rebooting, is this normal? How long does it take?
Thanks

jplempka said:
Hi,
I flashed the FTF file ending in 534 but now my phone is just continuously rebooting, is this normal? How long does it take?
Thanks
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It shouldn't bootloop
Make sure you picked the right 534 file
it should be the same one for your phone
i.e. c6902 or c6903 or c6906
Just flash another one

gregbradley said:
It shouldn't bootloop
Make sure you picked the right 534 file
it should be the same one for your phone
i.e. c6902 or c6903 or c6906
Just flash another one
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Sorry. The other thread can be deleted. I definately picked the right 534 file. I'm trying again, Thanks.
---------- Post added at 10:53 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:45 AM ----------
:good::good::good:
I'm now on step 2. If I'm not mistaken, I just have the phone plugged in with a USB cable and then run the install batch file?

yes

Hi,
I'm having some difficulty on flashing 0.757 using TWRP. I select the file and press flash but my phone just reboots.
Any ideas?

jplempka said:
Hi,
I'm having some difficulty on flashing 0.757 using TWRP. I select the file and press flash but my phone just reboots.
Any ideas?
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use CMW, press volume up on reboot to enter it

gregbradley said:
use CMW, press volume up on reboot to enter it
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Sorry, I'm completely new at this. What's CMW and where do I get it?

You already have it if (It may be called philz on your phone)
Just reboot and press volume up instead of volume down to go into Philz/CMW recovery

Thanks gregbradley. Your advice was spot on. Especially big thanks for explaining everything so well, it made it easy. Have installed Xposed and set about tweaking 757. Its looking real good.

c6943
gregbradley said:
This is what you need to get to a 4.4 ROM with Root.
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
No need to root, no need to unlock the bootloader, hence also no need to back up the TA partition.
At the end of the process you will be on KitKat and rooted.
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I have the version C6943, what FTF i install, ??no have ftf ending 534 for C6943, Please help , Thanks!

gregbradley said:
This is what you need to get to a 4.4 ROM with Root.
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
No need to root, no need to unlock the bootloader, hence also no need to back up the TA partition.
At the end of the process you will be on KitKat and rooted.
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I want to install rom aur 8.0
after downgrading to .534 and installing Dual recovery by window installation method -->>I have to flash the rom -->> but in thread section it says again install recovery- why??
when i see XZDR cros development thread it says flash some fix zip
So as per instruction after installing pre rooted firmware---
1. I have to flash dual recovery fix flashable zip
2. I have to flash dual recovery zip
3. install kernel baseband c6902 ---- HOW TO INSTALL KERNEL BY FLASHTOOL???
4.reboot
please help.

gregbradley said:
This is what you need to get to a 4.4 ROM with Root.
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
No need to root, no need to unlock the bootloader, hence also no need to back up the TA partition.
At the end of the process you will be on KitKat and rooted.
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Sorry to quote the whole thing..
1. U say flash any FTF - Any FTF or Stripped FTF of the same device model will do?
2. If i flash Generic FTF then I wont be having Root and Recovery then How am i gonna install Dual Recovery?
Also i know its not related but can u suggest me.. My phone is unable to focus.. I was on AOSP ROMs from so long.. Now i flashed NUT Stock ROM 757 via Recovery and Everything is smooth and good except the Camera is not Focussing..
I read somewhere that if Running Camera Problems then downgrade to 534 and do the whole process and then Come to 757.. Is it true?
Also we need a Good Tutorial for Coming to AOSP from STOCK and Vise versa with proper links and Support can u do it? Because i have seen People who come to AOSP from Stock run into different types of problems, mostly the solution is Downgrading and Doing the whole process.. I know u have the knowledge to do that what say?

Related

Root for Xperia Z 10.3.1.A.0.244

Hello guyz,
I tried rooting my Xperia Z 10.3.1.A.0.244 according to the instructions on http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2386405.
But when I start the tool at the end of the processing it says 10.3.1.A.0.244 is not supported.
So how can I root it.
gunjans1208 said:
Hello guyz,
I tried rooting my Xperia Z 10.3.1.A.0.244 according to the instructions on http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2386405.
But when I start the tool at the end of the processing it says 10.3.1.A.0.244 is not supported.
So how can I root it.
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Hi, not much i can say, but you need to follow this instruction:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405
[ how-to ]
Download the three files from the download section below
open FlashTool and flash the XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.A.0.423_Generic_NL.ftf - 7.12 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable
now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode
CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP
extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\
execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP
the above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
after rooting is over the device will restart
you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)
once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again
now flash XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.0.244_BE.ftf - 7.17 MB file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware
thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
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I messed up the whole rooting - HELP!
Hi .. I have done the following:
1) tried some other 1-click softwares before I found this post.
2) unlocked the Bootloader
Now when I used the Flashtool (Emma) it says that there have been modifications to my software and cannot flash
What can I do? Is there a more manual way to flash the kernel to the older version??
ryeporta said:
What can I do? Is there a more manual way to flash the kernel to the older version??
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The flashtool. Read the stickys.
ryeporta said:
Hi .. I have done the following:
1) tried some other 1-click softwares before I found this post.
2) unlocked the Bootloader
Now when I used the Flashtool (Emma) it says that there have been modifications to my software and cannot flash
What can I do? Is there a more manual way to flash the kernel to the older version??
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If you have unlocked the BL just flash the advanced stock kernel via fastboot & then boot in recovery & flash the su zip that is kicking around for rooting 4.3....
worked for me anyway
The way to root is easy if you read. You downgrade to a 434 kernel with flash tool, run the root and upgrade back again with flash tool, easy. Don't need to unlock or anything.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 4
alias_neo said:
The way to root is easy if you read. You downgrade to a 434 kernel with flash tool, run the root and upgrade back again with flash tool, easy. Don't need to unlock or anything.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 4
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So do you need put the necessary files inside the flashtool/firmwares folder?
After that:
Open flashmode and select the .423 file and flash it, apply root and after reboot and flash back to.244?
CiscoX said:
Hi, not much i can say, but you need to follow this instruction:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405
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Thanx friend it really helped...
at step 11, the XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.0.244_BE.ftf didn't show up at the flashtool.
Help thanks

Confirmation on way to root

Can please someone confirm this will work?
1. Downgrade to JB 4.2.2 14.1.G.1.534
2. Install locked dualrecovery 2.7.97 BETA
3. Flash KK 4.4.0 14.3.A.0.681
4. Flash with CWM superSU
I am asking because I read somewhere the following method:
1. Flash KK 4.4.0
2. Unlock bootloader
3. Install CWM thru a very complicated procedure that requires fastboot
4. Flash with CWM supeSU
Now, my question is: since I could install dualrecovery for unlocked bootloader, to avoid ulocking bootloader, why not downgrade, flash dualrecovery, upgrade and flash su?
Can please someone confirm this will work?
1. Downgrade to JB 4.2.2 14.1.G.1.534 (and root it)
1.2 (Backup TA Partition !Important, for the future)
2. Install locked dualrecovery 2.7.97 BETA
3. Flash KK 4.4.0 14.3.A.0.681 (via recovery)
4. Flash with CWM superSU
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this is OK,
Killer2k8 said:
Can please someone confirm this will work?
1. Downgrade to JB 4.2.2 14.1.G.1.534 (and root it)
1.2 (Backup TA Partition !Important, for the future)
2. Install locked dualrecovery 2.7.97 BETA
3. Flash KK 4.4.0 14.3.A.0.681 (via recovery)
4. Flash with CWM superSU
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this is OK,
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cool thanks...
wht point 1.2? Is this necessary for what? I am not going to unlock bootloader
thegios said:
cool thanks...
wht point 1.2? Is this necessary for what? I am not going to unlock bootloader
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If you're not going to unlock your bootloader then do not do it. you can also backit up when you're running kitkat with root.
But what's the harm? )
Killer2k8 said:
If you're not going to unlock your bootloader then do not do it. you can also backit up when you're running kitkat with root.
But what's the harm? )
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ok hold on a sec, I did not read carefulyy...
you are saying I need to downgrade and root, then flash dual recovery, upgrade and flash su
I thought I could avoid rooting after downgrading, cos I cannot download from anywhere any tool to root 14.1.G.1.534
thegios said:
ok hold on a sec, I did not read carefulyy...
you are saying I need to downgrade and root, then flash dual recovery, upgrade and flash su
I thought I could avoid rooting after downgrading, cos I cannot download from anywhere any tool to root 14.1.G.1.534
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1.downgrade to .534 via flashtool
2.root it using this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328 (vroot / root360)
3.install recovery, reboot to recovery wipe everything
4.flash kk zip file via recovery and then the stripped ftf file via flashtool
5. you have a rooted kitkat
more info here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687443
Killer2k8 said:
1.downgrade to .534 via flashtool
2.root it using this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328 (vroot / root360)
3.install recovery, reboot to recovery wipe everything
4.flash kk zip file via recovery and then the stripped ftf file via flashtool
5. you have a rooted kitkat
more info here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687443
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I cannot download vroot and root360, websites are not working
thegios said:
I cannot download vroot and root360, websites are not working
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Use Bin4ry method, it's more safe.
eclyptos said:
Use Bin4ry method, it's more safe.
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I was hoping it would be less complicated...
I still do not understand why I have to root after downgrading...
After all, all I need is a custom recovery to flash superSU, and according to the guide all I need to install a dual recovery is. 534, no need to root it or to unlock it, according to the guide.
So if I do not want to unlock device and I do not care backing up TA, the following should suffice
1. Downgrade to. 534 with flashtool
2. Install dual recovery for unlocked phones
3. Upgrade to kitkat with flashtool using an official ftf
4. Flash superSU with cwm
thegios said:
I was hoping it would be less complicated...
I still do not understand why I have to root after downgrading...
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Because you need root to install recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51318613
The post here is what I did straight from Kitkat. No downgrade necessary.
After doomlord kernel install, just install su.zip using recovery
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app
silverfox013 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51318613
The post here is what I did straight from Kitkat. No downgrade necessary.
After doomlord kernel install, just install su.zip using recovery
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app
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I understand this requires an unlocked bootloader
thegios said:
I understand this requires an unlocked bootloader
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the problem is that I do not want to unlock bootloader...
it seems it is an endless loop: either you unlock the bootloader if you do not want to downgrade, or you downgrade first if you do not want to unlock
thegios said:
the problem is that I do not want to unlock bootloader...
it seems it is an endless loop: either you unlock the bootloader if you do not want to downgrade, or you downgrade first if you do not want to unlock
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the easiest way imo is to just unlock the bootloader.
flash the kitkat ftf via flashtool as linked below
unlock the bootloader via sonys website http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
flash doomlords kernel + recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2632808
via flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
FLASH SUPERSU via cwm http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
done simple no need for screwing around downgrading ect ect
thegios said:
the problem is that I do not want to unlock bootloader...
it seems it is an endless loop: either you unlock the bootloader if you do not want to downgrade, or you downgrade first if you do not want to unlock
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Just try it, you seem to be wanting extremely specific instructions and questioning everything you are told. Please try following them them asking for help as you go along, you never know, it might just work for you....
There is no need to unlock the bootloader if you downgrade, root, install recovery and flash a pre rooted rom. Please tell me which step of these instructions say "unlock the boot loader"
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
gregbradley said:
Just try it, you seem to be wanting extremely specific instructions and questioning everything you are told. Please try following them them asking for help as you go along, you never know, it might just work for you....
There is no need to unlock the bootloader if you downgrade, root, install recovery and flash a pre rooted rom. Please tell me which step of these instructions say "unlock the boot loader"
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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didnt say u mentioned to u lock... I simply said that I wanted to avoid it, but it seems there is no way out
Yes there is, you do not need to unlock the bootloader to root...
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MON5TER said:
the easiest way imo is to just unlock the bootloader.
flash the kitkat ftf via flashtool as linked below
unlock the bootloader via sonys website http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
flash doomlords kernel + recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2632808
via flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
FLASH SUPERSU via cwm http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
done simple no need for screwing around downgrading ect ect
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I guess u r rite.. so I am gonna unlock: do I loose any sony feature? (audio plus, x reality, ...)
Also, since I do not have a custom recovery, I guess I will have to flash the kernel via fastboot, whi h will give me the ustom recovery, then flash superSU with the recovery
What do I need flashtool for?
gregbradley said:
Yes there is, you do not need to unlock the bootloader to root...
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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I know I know... all I wanted to say is: eithef I stay on KK and unlo k the bootloader to root, or I do not unlock but have to downgrade etc.
Unlocking at this point seems easier, safer and faster, as I will keep my current rom which works fine
I will do a backup with sony toll and restore afterwards
But once you downgrade, root and install recovery you just flash a pre rooted 4.4 rom... The one from NUT is made from a stock ftf file with the relevant root files added to it. I don't see the issue.
As for unlocking, read the information on the sony website about it. You have to unlock using that site anyway. You will lose warranty and drm keys. However, to be able to lock again you need to back up your TA partition otherwise you lose the drm keys forever. Now to do that you must have root, so you are going to have to downgrade and root anyway
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Cheeky question

Is there a way to flash (using flashtool) a FTF of the latest ROM that has is rooted and has a customer recovery.
I'm on the latest update of 4.4.2 but am a little nervous about playing round too much in terms of loading recovery onto it. A flashtool flash would be much easier.
My bootloader is locked but I can unlock it. It previously was locked anyway but relocked to update to 4.4
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
You can flash the Recovery on Locked and Unrooted Android. Download TWRP .zip and Install. Now you have the recovery.
Also you can unlock bootlader and flash an Advanced Kernel with Implemented Recovery, Done.
BTW, before attempt to Unlock Bootlader I will recommend to Backup TA first, then Unlock.
eclyptos said:
You can flash the Recovery on Locked and Unrooted Android. Download TWRP .zip and Install. Now you have the recovery.
Also you can unlock bootlader and flash an Advanced Kernel with Implemented Recovery, Done.
BTW, before attempt to Unlock Bootlader I will recommend to Backup TA first, then Unlock.
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Thank you sir, when you say download TWRP do you mean flash it with flashtool or install it on the phone as per a normal app?
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
you cannot flash anything other than FTF files in flashmode with flashtool, and you cannot make any changes to FTF files like you suggest
The way to get to a rooted 4.4.2 rom is this
Flash a FTF file ending in .534 using flashtool (Look in the mega collection thread)
Install dual recovery (Look in the cross device development section)
Flash a pre rooted 4.4.2 rom (Look in the development section)
All download and instructions will be in the OP of the relevant threads
gregbradley said:
.. and you cannot make any changes to FTF files like you suggest
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..do I?
eclyptos said:
..do I?
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I was speaking to the OP

[STOCK]LOLLIPOP Android 5.0.2 10.6.A.0.454 (US/INDIAN) [C5502] with root instructions

Here is firmware :
US version
https://mega.co.nz/#!UAkWgLYQ!5Pz1F25G_N18qVXpxiXysrei9nvKVqvpzr6CQDJ0QnY
Indian version:
https://mega.nz/#!ABNmTTQS!peO609s5JGbjnvZZPSBYza6LUivCJPXNx8nb8tV30yM
Recovery(TWRP) by @xenius9:
https://mega.nz/#!YB0yHASa!MGTJqi45-ximfrUiGECWpCxPKMYgT0MuAVIq65MY_-g
SuperSU by @Chainfire:
http://download.chainfire.eu/740/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.49.zip
Instructions for rooting:
1) Back up TA if not already done so
2) Unlock Bootloader
3) Extract 5.0.2 FTF from PC Companion download
4) Extract 5.0.2 kernel
5) Flash new FTF in full
6) Flash any CWM kernel
7) Load CWM and install root
7) Flash 5.0.2 kernal from FTF
8) Restore TA
8) Done!
NOTE: 1)You can use recovery once only i.e. before flashing kernel
after the device is booted recovery will be lost and when you again try to install dual recovery by nut device will get bricked
2)I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY IF YOUR PHONE GETS BRICKED
THANKS @NeoJeo @vaisakh7 @doby_p
Downloaded fast , installed and working great thanks
Does it contain appslog.sin ?
Does this contain appslog.sin ?
I created mine and I can't find it there
which is strange
so i am wondering if yours has it
John98Zakaria said:
Does this contain appslog.sin ?
I created mine and I can't find it there
which is strange
so i am wondering if yours has it
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even my doesn't contain appslog.sin
Updated with Indian version ftf file
Give Me Indain Firmware FTF HTTP link From mega , my downloading is slow
rkumbhar said:
Give Me Indain Firmware FTF HTTP link From mega , my downloading is slow
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the links provided are from mega only
Learning curve.........trying
Fail...just got the warning tool sign!!! after Step 6.
Screen went off & had to replace battery!
Re-flashed from Step 5.

Explanationon how to use Flashtool

Before 7.1.1 came out there was a full explanation on how to use flashtool to flash an ftf file and what files you needed to flash afterwards to gain root and custom recovery.
There was an update on how to do it for OS 7.0.
This thread seems to be gone.
Can somebody show me this thread again?
I'm trying to update to 7.1.1 and with a workaround this should be possible with flashtool but nothing works for me.
When I want to reflash the latest 7.0 flashtool very quickly says it's done, leaving my phone softbricked.
I know I can use sony's flashtool to install 7.1.1 but how to proceed then to gain root, twrp and another kernel, is there some explanation on how to do this or is there something else than flashtool (androxydes or sony's) to flash the firmware?
same problem, someone please tell us..:crying:
deboopi2 said:
Before 7.1.1 came out there was a full explanation on how to use flashtool to flash an ftf file and what files you needed to flash afterwards to gain root and custom recovery.
There was an update on how to do it for OS 7.0.
This thread seems to be gone.
Can somebody show me this thread again?
I'm trying to update to 7.1.1 and with a workaround this should be possible with flashtool but nothing works for me.
When I want to reflash the latest 7.0 flashtool very quickly says it's done, leaving my phone softbricked.
I know I can use sony's flashtool to install 7.1.1 but how to proceed then to gain root, twrp and another kernel, is there some explanation on how to do this or is there something else than flashtool (androxydes or sony's) to flash the firmware?
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If you want to flash 7.1.1 firmwares using Flshtool by Androxyde, since there's still no fsc file for 7.1.1 (41.2.A.X.XXX), so you will encounter a warning message "WARN - No loader found or set manually. Skipping loader."
To solve this problem, first open your Flashtool and wait for it to sync device database.
Second, go to C:\Users\YOURUSERNAME\.flashTool\devices\F81XX rename the file "39.fsc" to "41.fsc"
Then Flashtool can flash 7.1.1 firmwares successfully.
NOTICE: Once you closed Flashtool, you need to do things above again.
I just found that Androxyde has uploaded the FSC script 21 hours ago.
So you don't need extra actions now. Just use Flashtool as usual and it may work.

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