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OK I guess this is a real noobie question, but can I debrand my Xperia T without routing it?
I want to update to the latest sony JB update that I see is out on the sony site but it says my phone is up to date. Could this be because I am on UK Vodafone?
If so I would like to debrand from Vodafone to install this latest official update. I have apps that won't work if I am routed so can't go there.
Can I do this, and if so how please??
Many Thanks!
Flash the UK generic ftf that us in the general section using flashtool. This will debrand your phone without rooting but does change your firmware do has other side effects. The only way to stay on your firmware and demand will be to root the device
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How do I customise the signature on xda premium app?
Works.... Thanks!
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N-C said:
Works.... Thanks!
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There is no need to write a post saying thanks, it just gives us more to read.
If you want to thank anyone on xda just hit their thanks button, thats what it is for.
Hi guys,
I have a xperia z1 running 4.4.2 14.3.A.757 and i was wondering if i could use Vroot running 4.4.2 to root my z1 or do i have to downgrade to 4.2.2 the open Vroot and start the root process.
also i was wondering if i could open root with many android and root with 4.4.2 rather than 4.2.2.
Have been trying to follow Shem's video on youtube, the root with may android binary method when i open the runme.bat file it says out of date?
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
-downgrading
-loosing all user data.
Im a noob to all the root stuff haha!
thanks brandon
babzzz25 said:
Hi guys,
I have a xperia z1 running 4.4.2 14.3.A.757 and i was wondering if i could use Vroot running 4.4.2 to root my z1 or do i have to downgrade to 4.2.2 the open Vroot and start the root process.
also i was wondering if i could open root with many android and root with 4.4.2 rather than 4.2.2.
Have been trying to follow Shem's video on youtube, the root with may android binary method when i open the runme.bat file it says out of date?
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
-downgrading
-loosing all user data.
Im a noob to all the root stuff haha!
thanks brandon
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I don't think so.. And was it not vroot that sends information about your phone to China?
But you need to downgrade and then upgrade
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DO NOT USE VROOT!!
Just follow the link in my signature to get rooted
babzzz25 said:
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
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Yes
-downgrading
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No
-loosing all user data.
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yes
PS, Don't worry about posting your QUESTION in the wrong section. I provided an ANSWER anyway, and asked the mods to move it to the QUESTION and ANSWER section on your behalf.
To be honest I haven't a clue! Haha, I followed shems video on YouTube to root with binary method and when it got to flashable zip on the sd card twrp didn't seem to recognise the zip so I have to start the phone up with no os.. Flashed stock rom with flashtool. Tried to root the other day with the root many android and opened the install.bat file and it said it can't run supersu because my phone was out of date?
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There is absolutely no need to root the phone using bin4ry, root many android, kingo or any other method. Shems videos are overkill (IMHO) and have unnecessary steps
Just follow the link in my signature. 3 steps and you end up with a rooted KK Z1
Sweet thanks alot man!
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babzzz25 said:
Sweet thanks alot man!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2440619
gregbradley said:
There is absolutely no need to root the phone using bin4ry, root many android, kingo or any other method. Shems videos are overkill (IMHO) and have unnecessary steps
Just follow the link in my signature. 3 steps and you end up with a rooted KK Z1
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To be honest I don't have a clue how to root using your signature, I'm new to this stuff -_-
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babzzz25 said:
To be honest I don't have a clue how to root using your signature, I'm new to this stuff -_-
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You follow the link and follow the instructions.
Its all explained
But you will have to log on using a pc to see my signature, so I will help you there...
The link in my signature takes you here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52407809&postcount=2
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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babzzz25 said:
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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no
flash 4.2 ftf
then connect to pc and run dual recovery
download zip for 4.4.2
flash from recovery - power off from main menu
flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel from many links here (or the rom you choose to run)
profit
no unlock bootloader etc, no fuss no muss
just pure win
babzzz25 said:
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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What does it say in my post I linked to....
it says
No need to unlock bootloader
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So no, it does not need an unlocked bootloader.
No need to be like that
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y2grae said:
no
flash 4.2 ftf
then connect to pc and run dual recovery
download zip for 4.4.2
flash from recovery - power off from main menu
flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel from many links here (or the rom you choose to run)
profit
no unlock bootloader etc, no fuss no muss
just pure win
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I get the bit until flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel, when does it get rooted?
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babzzz25 said:
I get the bit until flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel, when does it get rooted?
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when you install dual recovery
its all explained in the relevant threads..
babzzz25 said:
No need to be like that
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Have to be...
Hey guys and girls i've had my Xperia Z C6603 since it came out and I had rooted it since it was realeased to be able to but the other day I went to flash a custom ROM and bricked it. I then used the Sony tool to put the latest OFW on and reset it and then tried many different rooting methods with no luck.
I have the
C6603 on 4.4.2 and the.bootloader is not allowed to be unlocked.
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM and root it? And if so which method will work?
Its on 10.5.A.0.230 build :/
Thanks people.
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ImTheHatGuy said:
Hey guys and girls i've had my Xperia Z C6603 since it came out and I had rooted it since it was realeased to be able to but the other day I went to flash a custom ROM and bricked it. I then used the Sony tool to put the latest OFW on and reset it and then tried many different rooting methods with no luck.
I have the
C6603 on 4.4.2 and the.bootloader is not allowed to be unlocked.
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM and root it? And if so which method will work?
Its on 10.5.A.0.230 build :/
Thanks people.
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Try this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-5-xperia-z-t2167381
That guide says that I need the bootloader unlocked
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androidtweaker1 said:
Try this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-5-xperia-z-t2167381
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If you're going to keep posting that, you should also advise people that it requires unlocking the bootloader and therefore invalidates warranty.
ImTheHatGuy said:
That guide says that I need the bootloader unlocked
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Indeed it does require an unlocked bootloader.
In your situation, the only way to gain root is to downgrade to a 4.2.2 firmware, root and flash a prerooted KitKat rom or a custom rom of your preference.
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kingvortex said:
If you're going to keep posting that, you should also advise people that it requires unlocking the bootloader and therefore invalidates warranty.
Indeed it does require an unlocked bootloader.
In your situation, the only way to gain root is to downgrade to a 4.2.2 firmware, root and flash a prerooted KitKat rom or a custom rom of your preference.
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As the post is not in noob section its assumed that the poster is aware that it will invalidate the warranty.
please stop replying on my quotes
androidtweaker1 said:
As the post is not in noob section its assumed that the poster is aware that it will invalidate the warranty.
please stop replying on my quotes
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It's the Q&A section. If people knew everything, they wouldn't be asking for assistance here.
Please stop posting incorrect or incomplete information and replying without reading the question properly and I won't need to keep correcting you.
I'm sorry that you appear to be upset, but if you're going to reply to almost every thread here, then you should at least try to provide correct information.
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As far as I was aware I couldnt unlock my bootloader if it states it wasnt allowed, and do I just need to use the Flashtool program to install a previous firmware? Im not up to date on rooting as left my mobile the same since I girst
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ImTheHatGuy said:
As far as I was aware I couldnt unlock my bootloader if it states it wasnt allowed, and do I just need to use the Flashtool program to install a previous firmware? Im not up to date on rooting as left my mobile the same since I girst
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You're correct. There's no way to unlock your bootloader.
Yes, you will need to download a 4.2.2 firmware and flash it using Flashtool. This will probably require that you wipe your data, unfortunately.
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Thats perfrctly fine, I had backed up all my data with Helium Premium to Dropbox before I bricked it but now need root to get it all back lol
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1. Download a 4.2.2 FTF - Download.
2. Flash it with Flashtool.
3. Install XZDualRecovery using the unrooted method.
4. Install a prerooted KitKat rom, such as this or a custom rom of your choice.
If you need any help with Flashtool, then just ask.
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Thanks very much, I will give this a try when I get home
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You're welcome.
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When updating to a new ROM eg, one at 4.4.x do I really need to upgrade up each build version? I looked at the requirements and one requires the next down, and then again and I think I would need to do it like 4 times.
You shouldn't need to, as most custom roms provide everything you need. The zip sometimes contains everything or sometimes you have to use Flashtool to flash a supplied FTF for the kernel and baseband.
If you're unsure, you could ask in the specific thread for the rom.
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hi,
im looking into rooting my friends sony xperia z. is it the same sort of way as the htc one? do i have to unlock the boot loader first and put a recovery on it?
can someone send me in the right direction for a tutorial please?
mackenzie121 said:
hi,
im looking into rooting my friends sony xperia z. is it the same sort of way as the htc one? do i have to unlock the boot loader first and put a recovery on it?
can someone send me in the right direction for a tutorial please?
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Use the search function, there are a LOT of threads!
I have but couldnt really find what I was looking for. I'm sure someone has done it before and can point me in the right direction
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Find out what firmware version they're running then come back.
If you provide no information, then you cannot expect any help other than being told to search.
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Dude... There is TON of threads about rooting Z in XDA and millions of sites puting how to ROOT it so JUST SEARCH IN XDA OR GOOGLE!!!!
Put in XDA search bar ROOT C6602/C6603 and your android version
mackenzie121 said:
hi,
im looking into rooting my friends sony xperia z. is it the same sort of way as the htc one? do i have to unlock the boot loader first and put a recovery on it?
can someone send me in the right direction for a tutorial please?
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Model no?android version?locked or unlocked bootloader?
mackenzie121 said:
I have but couldnt really find what I was looking for. I'm sure someone has done it before and can point me in the right direction
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Kingo Android Root worked well for me until I updated to 4.3 Sent from my xperia z C6606 Sorry everyone, just thought I'd help the guy.
It isn't a matter of not wanting to help. He provided no useful information. The method of rooting varies by device and firmware version, so if he didn't provide that, then nobody can provide the correct information.
I don't recommend using Kingo. It collects a large amount of information on your device including hardware IDs and serials and sends them to a server in China, supposedly in order to download drivers. It does facilitate that, but just the model number could achieve the same. They even used to collect your IMEI until they were caught and stopped. Not exactly trustworthy behaviour.
If you're running 4.2.2 or older, use Root many Android by trusted XDA dev Bin4ry to root. It doesn't collect any info or even connect to the internet.
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ok sorry for the non information. i have just got hold of the information
model c6603
android verison 4.4.2
bootloader unlocked allowed: no.
mackenzie121 said:
ok sorry for the non information. i have just got hold of the information
model c6603
android verison 4.4.2
bootloader unlocked allowed: no.
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Downgrade to 4.2 using flashtool, root using easyroot by doomlord.
Flash any prerooted KK rom.
ok, so do i have to put a recovery on? and once its down graded to 4.2 can i put a 4.4 rom on it?
any help would be appreicated .a noob here.
mackenzie121 said:
ok, so do i have to put a recovery on? and once its down graded to 4.2 can i put a 4.4 rom on it?
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downgrade>root>recovery>flash pre rooted rom
Thanks. So how do I downgrade, root, recovery etc. Someone point me in the right direction please
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mackenzie121 said:
Thanks. So how do I downgrade, root, recovery etc. Someone point me in the right direction please
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Google up or there is a search tab in XDA
mackenzie121 said:
Thanks. So how do I downgrade, root, recovery etc. Someone point me in the right direction please
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Here is a post I made in another thread regarding downgrading/rooting.
This may be helpful as well - How to flash stock roms with Flashtool
The images in that tutorial are broken, but the text explanation should help.
It is also possible to root then upgrade OTA and keep root, but it requires SuperSU Pro. If that's the route you want to take, then after downgrading, instead of flashing a recovery-
Root with Root many Android
Enable OTA survival mode in SuperSu Pro
Update via OTA
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Just noticed xda tweet on root for z3
anyone get it working for this build
serialkillazzs said:
Just noticed xda tweet on root for z3
anyone get it working for this build
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Nope it has to be .93 or.98 for now..
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Can you downgrade?
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serialkillazzs said:
Can you downgrade?
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Yup thats what I did, download .93 then flash with flashtool.. Make sure you backup your internal sd card, numbers, apps etc first!
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serialkillazzs said:
Just noticed xda tweet on root for z3
anyone get it working for this build
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Yep just completed the root with .105 , TA backedup and recovery installed
Now to create the FTF for .77 and upgrade
flipside101 said:
Yep just completed the root with .105 , TA backedup and recovery installed
Now to create the FTF for .77 and upgrade
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Why not create a flashable zip instead?
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pricey2009 said:
Yup thats what I did, download .93 then flash with flashtool.. Make sure you backup your internal sd card, numbers, apps etc first!
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Hi pricey2009, can you tell me how did you get the 93. rom?? Because I'm desperately in need to use giefroot to root my Z3C but so far no luck in finding a correct rom Thank you very much for your help!!
thomaskoo1994 said:
Hi pricey2009, can you tell me how did you get the 93. rom?? Because I'm desperately in need to use giefroot to root my Z3C but so far no luck in finding a correct rom Thank you very much for your help!!
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There's this thread of firmwares:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/list-stock-firmwares-d5803-d5833-t2906706
But I don't know how to tell one from another. My country isn't actually in this list and I bought the unlocked international version from Sony.
thomaskoo1994 said:
Hi pricey2009, can you tell me how did you get the 93. rom?? Because I'm desperately in need to use giefroot to root my Z3C but so far no luck in finding a correct rom Thank you very much for your help!!
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Just use the global ftf ending in .93
You can find this on the forums or search on google
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I did but you need the FTF to create the zip
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apexofservice said:
There's this thread of firmwares:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/list-stock-firmwares-d5803-d5833-t2906706
But I don't know how to tell one from another. My country isn't actually in this list and I bought the unlocked international version from Sony.
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pricey2009 said:
Just use the global ftf ending in .93
You can find this on the forums or search on google
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Really thanks for the help!!