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I read an article long ago which has the capability to root all android devices . It uses a flaw that is in the android itself. It seems even backup and restore app of sony uses this method
So this s the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
I dont know if it works but devs can try it out
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pjgowtham said:
I read an article long ago which has the capability to root all android devices . It uses a flaw that is in the android itself. It seems even backup and restore app of sony uses this method
So this s the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
I dont know if it works but devs can try it out
Sent from my xperia z through xda app
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doesn't work with the latest firmware
it is not working with the latest firmware 10.1.1A.1.253.
I have tried
If we update OTA we don't lose root right?
Download OTA rootkeeper...use Protect root..that should keep your root after you update
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Sadman Khan said:
Download OTA rootkeeper...use Protect root..that should keep your root after you update
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With every OTA update my root was still there, I'm just asking for the specific update, if something changed and we lose root..
reptile64 said:
With every OTA update my root was still there, I'm just asking for the specific update, if something changed and we lose root..
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I have tried, OTA cannot update the new firware, can only use PCC to update the new fireware.
I can confirm Voodoo OTA RootKeeper cannot help protect root when u are updating using PCC.
I have Voodoo OTA Rootkeeper and i update from PCC and my root is lost.....
Flashben said:
I have tried, OTA cannot update the new firware, can only use PCC to update the new fireware.
I can confirm Voodoo OTA RootKeeper cannot help protect root when u are updating using PCC.
I have Voodoo OTA Rootkeeper and i update from PCC and my root is lost.....
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What about the root methods that used to work with older firmwares? Are they still working? Anyone tried?
reptile64 said:
With every OTA update my root was still there, I'm just asking for the specific update, if something changed and we lose root..
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Well i didnt know sorry!
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reptile64 said:
What about the root methods that used to work with older firmwares? Are they still working? Anyone tried?
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I have tried bin4ry's method and it is confirmed by many users it is not working....
I have also tried motochpper and it is not working too.
But i know that if u unloack bootloader, you are still able to root.. but i just dont want to unlock my BL just yet....
Might need to confirm but I remember that on the arc to root you had to downgrade the kernel, root then re flash updated ed kernel
Needs to be confirmed first
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My suggestion to preserve root is simple
Download the update.(just d update from the existing firmware)
Creating a .zip file
Modding it so that we don't lose root
Flash that zip through cwm so that we can enjoy updates widout losing root or trying to find new ways of rooting new firmware..
Maddhouse said:
Might need to confirm but I remember that on the arc to root you had to downgrade the kernel, root then re flash updated ed kernel
Needs to be confirmed first
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I try this and work, first i flash Stock Kernel with CWM , then i flash root from recovery and than back Stock Kernel from .tft file.
pjgowtham said:
My suggestion to preserve root is simple
Download the update.(just d update from the existing firmware)
Creating a .zip file
Modding it so that we don't lose root
Flash that zip through cwm so that we can enjoy updates widout losing root or trying to find new ways of rooting new firmware..
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I woul also go with this solution approach..
1. For getting the FTF Files: http://mytechencounters.wordpress.c...eate-an-ftf-file-of-your-xperia-ics-firmware/
2. Then creating a Flashable Zip File: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183077
3. Preroot it..But how to do that?
I am looking for a easier way I didnt install CWM on my XZ...
unliess it is really no other ways, i will have unlock my BL but i will still wait
Blagoja said:
I try this and work, first i flash Stock Kernel with CWM , then i flash root from recovery and than back Stock Kernel from .tft file.
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Madhouse was talking about Locked Bootloader phones, everybody knows how to root any firmware with an unlocked bootloader.
In the Xperia ARC, the procedure was to flash the newest firmware (not-rootable), then flash a previous kernel only (rootable) with flashtool, turn on phone, root it using any exploit available, turn it off, and flash the newest kernel alone with flashtool. Phone rooted and in the latest version.
I don't know, but maybe this method could work as this new firmware is still based on Android 4.1 just like the previous one, so the older, exploiteable, kernel should be able to boot the new firmware.
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Madhouse was talking about Locked Bootloader phones, everybody knows how to root any firmware with an unlocked bootloader.
In the Xperia ARC, the procedure was to flash the newest firmware (not-rootable), then flash a previous kernel only (rootable) with flashtool, turn on phone, root it using any exploit available, turn it off, and flash the newest kernel alone with flashtool. Phone rooted and in the latest version.
I don't know, but maybe this method could work as this new firmware is still based on Android 4.1 just like the previous one, so the older, exploiteable, kernel should be able to boot the new firmware.
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I already root my phone with this method , just flash old kernel with CWM_Recovery , reboot in recovery , flash root SuperSU-1.25-Busybox-1.20.2-UPDATE.zip , reboot in flash mode and then flash stock Kernel from 10.1.1.A.1.253 .
Blagoja said:
I already root my phone with this method , just flash old kernel with CWM_Recovery , reboot in recovery , flash root SuperSU-1.25-Busybox-1.20.2-UPDATE.zip , reboot in flash mode and then flash stock Kernel from 10.1.1.A.1.253 .
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AGAIN, this is only possible on unlocked bootloaders. With locked bootloaders, once you update to 10.1.1.A.1.253, you loose root and recovery, so there is no way to do what you are saying. Once updated to .253, the only way to change kernel is via flashtool.
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RoberM said:
AGAIN, this is only possible on unlocked bootloaders. With locked bootloaders, once you update to 10.1.1.A.1.253, you loose root and recovery, so there is no way to do what you are saying. Once updated to .253, the only way to change kernel is via flashtool.
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Yes, this is only possible on unlocked bootloader.
Blagoja said:
I already root my phone with this method , just flash old kernel with CWM_Recovery , reboot in recovery , flash root SuperSU-1.25-Busybox-1.20.2-UPDATE.zip , reboot in flash mode and then flash stock Kernel from 10.1.1.A.1.253 .
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Wasnt sure of this, now I am, thanks!
Hi, If I have a rooted phone, how do I update the rom? I have the stock rom. I guess you have to download the update and install it like you would any rom, but would this format my phone?
Astralogic said:
Hi, If I have a rooted phone, how do I update the rom? I have the stock rom. I guess you have to download the update and install it like you would any rom, but would this format my phone?
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If you have a rooted stock rom, you will be able to receive update notifications from Sony and you can update using the offical methods.
However, the update will install the new stock rom without root, as this is not supported by the manufacturer.
There are some tricks to maintain root during an update, but there is no guarantee it will work.
(search xda forums)
FYI, for the current 4.3 stock release for V and T, there is a "one-click" root method.
Check this .
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arturiu said:
If you have a rooted stock rom, you will be able to receive update notifications from Sony and you can update using the offical methods.
However, the update will install the new stock rom without root, as this is not supported by the manufacturer.
There are some tricks to maintain root during an update, but there is no guarantee it will work.
(search xda forums)
FYI, for the current 4.3 stock release for V and T, there is a "one-click" root method.
Check this .
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I can't update whilst rooted, the update fails to install. I would need to unroot before updating via the official method.
Astralogic said:
I can't update whilst rooted, the update fails to install. I would need to unroot before updating via the official method.
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SuperSU has an option to remove root from your rom.
You can try that and see if the rom update works.
updating rooted phone
Astralogic said:
I can't update whilst rooted, the update fails to install. I would need to unroot before updating via the official method.
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sir
get any required stock ftf files from xda link and flash that on flash tool to your rooted phone
there must be no problem.try
Confused my phone just updated to 14.4.A.0.157????
Where is lollipop?
Phone is rooted
maids said:
Confused my phone just updated to 14.4.A.0.157????
Where is lollipop?
Phone is rooted
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What was it on prior to the update?
maids said:
Confused my phone just updated to 14.4.A.0.157????
Where is lollipop?
Phone is rooted
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the update depends on region. try to download FTF and flash it via flashtool > http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
yoorie016 said:
the update depends on region. try to download FTF and flash it via flashtool > http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
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I think the version was the same.
Now my phone is not rooted and I need help to re root.
I tried towelroot but it says the phone isnt currently supported
Can someone send me some instructions please
maids said:
Confused my phone just updated to 14.4.A.0.157????
Where is lollipop?
Phone is rooted
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my phone was rooted and had cwm recovery. The OTA failed twice . Then I unrooted the phone and did a wipe. After that, I was able to install lollipop
sruba209 said:
my phone was rooted and had cwm recovery. The OTA failed twice . Then I unrooted the phone and did a wipe. After that, I was able to install lollipop
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OTA will always fail when you're rooted, as signature checks will fail. You need to flash a pre-rooted 157 after wiping system and caches (not data).
maids said:
I think the version was the same.
Now my phone is not rooted and I need help to re root.
I tried towelroot but it says the phone isnt currently supported
Can someone send me some instructions please
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Install a non-rooted, fresh copy of 157. Close Sony Updater tool(s).
Flash the 108 kernel using Flashtool. Close Flashtool.
Root using XperiaRoot. Close XperiaRoot.
Flash the 157 kernel using Flashtool. Close Flashtool.
Install XZDR Dual Recovery, and use TWRP from now on. CWM is old and should be killed with fire.
Send me $50 and a large pepperoni pizza.
Files are available here.
maids said:
I think the version was the same.
Now my phone is not rooted and I need help to re root.
I tried towelroot but it says the phone isnt currently supported
Can someone send me some instructions please
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are you already in the Lollipop? or rather, have you installed lollipop and you want to root it?
yoorie016 said:
are you already in the Lollipop? or rather, have you installed lollipop and you want to root it?
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re done root now phone is ok back to 14.4.A.0.157 with unlocked bootloader.
Hopefully that will stop over the air update.
Now looking for rooted lollipop that I can flash
Hi,
Just been notified of an update to 270... It's an 18.3 mb download... As I'm rooted, will this ota update remove root?
Regards,
Alan
nalab1 said:
Hi,
Just been notified of an update to 270... It's an 18.3 mb download... As I'm rooted, will this ota update remove root?
Regards,
Alan
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As far as I know any OTA update will remove root, you would need a pre-rooted firmware.
nalab1 said:
Hi,
Just been notified of an update to 270... It's an 18.3 mb download... As I'm rooted, will this ota update remove root?
Regards,
Alan
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Ota will not install, after the download it will say ' verification failed '
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fayez69 said:
Ota will not install, after the download it will say ' verification failed '
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Hi,
Are you on UBL? if that so, relock first your bootloader then try to update again.
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Hi,
Are you on UBL? if that so, relock first your bootloader then try to update again.
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Hi,
no, bootloader is locked...
nalab1 said:
Hi,
no, bootloader is locked...
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good, then follow my instructions above (the link) carefully.
yoorie016 said:
good, then follow my instructions above (the link) carefully.
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What link? And, will I loose root? I am on .242 ...
nalab1 said:
What link? And, will I loose root? I am on .242 ...
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Hi Bro,
sorry, apparently my reply was mixed up with you.
im not sure if you'll lose root but just to make sure, download a pre-rooted .270 FTF or create your own pre-rooted FTF using this method
Is it possible to make a flashable zip out of OTA?
mnsk said:
Is it possible to make a flashable zip out of OTA?
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Yes but you will have to use the Sony Companion program, you will connect your phone and click repair, this will download the firmware, but make sure you do not flash it to your phone, the firmware when downloaded will be in /ProgramData/Sony, not sure if that's the right directory, but it will be about there, then you will need to use FlashTools to decrypt the firmware, then you will need to create a bundle before a ftf file is created. After that its just a point of making a flash pre-rooted zip. Way too much hassle, but I have done it.
demon148 said:
Yes but you will have to use the Sony Companion program, you will connect your phone and click repair, this will download the firmware, but make sure you do not flash it to your phone, the firmware when downloaded will be in /ProgramData/Sony, not sure if that's the right directory, but it will be about there, then you will need to use FlashTools to decrypt the firmware, then you will need to create a bundle before a ftf file is created. After that its just a point of making a flash pre-rooted zip. Way too much hassle, but I have done it.
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Thanks but I am talking about the 18mb update we are getting on phone, doesn't PC companion would download the whole 1gb file.
I just flashed .270, clean install over .108.. It's great, but I lost root. Now, I downloaded a pre-rooted .270 zip but obviously I need a recovery to install it, and Nut's XZ doesn't seem to be working.. What do you suggest guys? Downgrading is the only chance?
You could use KingRoot to root the device, how you get Nuts Recovery on that I do not know, so I suggest downgrading root, and recovery then use pre-rooted firmware to update to 270.
I found a lockeddualrecorvery2.8.15 installer somewhere on here this morning, worked great.
demon148 said:
You could use KingRoot to root the device, how you get Nuts Recovery on that I do not know, so I suggest downgrading root, and recovery then use pre-rooted firmware to update to 270.
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Do you think I should either try with kingroot (I mean keeping .270) or I should anyway downgrade?
newwave19 said:
I found a lockeddualrecorvery2.8.15 installer somewhere on here this morning, worked great.
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I tried that with .270 stock but it's not working here haha.. Do you have .270 or previous fw?
Plus, can anyone tell me how to get a flashable ftf out of the prerooted zip? It'd solve my problem..
I have never been able to get recovery onto 5.0.2 after kingroot, but I might be doing something wrong. Best way would be to downgrade. Removing ftf from the pre-root will not solve your problem as if you just flash the ftf you are just flashing the firmware itself and not the SuperSU and Recovery that help to root the device when flashing a pre-rooted firmware.
you can root. 270 with kingroot, then install nut recovery 2.8.15 and you have root and recovery ?
Did it guys, already facing bootloops for some modding stuff but did it ??
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serqeftin said:
you can root. 270 with kingroot, then install nut recovery 2.8.15 and you have root and recovery
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How do you put Recovery on after using KingRoot?
For recovery....go to here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647487
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For recovery....go to here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647487
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That never worked for me when I tried it, that's why I went back to the Pre-root route, however I have found this that might help the OP
http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html?m=1
Use Kingroot to root your phone and follow instructions on the link I've posted, just tried it and it works, then use nuts installer to install recovery.
ruggyboss said:
Did it guys, already facing bootloops for some modding stuff but did it
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How did you finally root it?
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pdaaalex said:
How did you finally root it?
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Forget it... today King root worked...