Hi, I wanna buy a Xperia SP, and I also wanna upgrade it to the latest CM 12.1. I buy this phone just for multimedia, call and text, so no social media, messenger or etc since it was my Nexus 5's jobs So, can you help me step by step how to upgrade it to CM 12.1 (also I'll do rooting, backup DRM key then unlock bootloader). SP isn't my new Xperia phone, I have XZ but it was a few years ago, and I almost forget how to do things in Xperia. So, I need help to what to do since I bought this phone till upgrade it to CM 12.1.
Is it download new firmware (I prefer download it manually rather than OTA then flash it via Flashtool), then root it > backup DRM key > unlock bootloader > flash TWRP and/or doing F2FS support > install TWRP > flash ROM & GApps > wipe data, cache etc. > reboot > done ?
I have a thread that should assist you on flashing a custom ROM from pure stock, but it will require flashtool as you will need to flash a custom kernel. If you'd like, it is located here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/general/guide-flashing-custom-roms-ultimate-xsp-t2888579
am I need to update it first to the latest firmware? or just do what in your thread as soon as my phone in my hand?
As long as you are on the 4.3 version of the stock firmware, then you are good to go
alright my phone will come in 1-2 days so I can give it a try thanks for your help
No problem! If you have any problems or need any help, just reply to the thread, alright?
okay by the way, what is the last firmware version for C5302 and/or C5303?
The latest firmware version is 12.1.A.1.207
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hello.... i have just purchased the xperia z, not my 1st android phone however as i used to own galaxy s3. i wish to mod it but i have read about how if the bootloader is unlocked... bravia engine 2 is lost... so i wish to stay on locked bootloader for now but i do want to root & install custom recovery. i am following the procedures of rooting from this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
however flashtool cant detect my phone & when i try to install drivers from flashtool, it doesnt install. can anyone here please tell me how to do root with step by step info & links to any software or driver i might need? thanks
P.S. i have windows 8 pro & my phone's model is c6602. any help is appreciated
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linx1287 said:
hello.... i have just purchased the xperia z, not my 1st android phone however as i used to own galaxy s3. i wish to mod it but i have read about how if the bootloader is unlocked... bravia engine 2 is lost... so i wish to stay on locked bootloader for now but i do want to root & install custom recovery. i am following the procedures of rooting from this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
however flashtool cant detect my phone & when i try to install drivers from flashtool, it doesnt install. can anyone here please tell me how to do root with step by step info & links to any software or driver i might need? thanks
P.S. i have windows 8 pro & my phone's model is c6602. any help is appreciated
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Hi, and welcome to the xperia z corner.
As far as i can see it theres a small problem with win8 and the drivers ( see: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614 ->tutorial part 2)
Additionaly, this thread might be helpfull too: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2283673
can't guarantee any of it though as i'm still on rooted fw .434 (doomlords exploit, as mentioned in the second thread) and wait for the ota update to show up in my area (unbranded, germany).
hope i could help, and have fun with your new XZ.
thank you for ur help...windows 8 was driving me nuts so i tired flashing with win7 laptop & it worked like a charm......now it seems i have a new question... i am on the 350 firmware & rooted & custom recovery installed can i now install the 434 update via ota or do i have to flash through flashtools
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thank you for ur help...windows 8 was driving me nuts so i tired flashing with win7 laptop & it worked like a charm......now it seems i have a new question... i am on the 350 firmware & rooted & custom recovery installed can i now install the 434 update via ota or do i have to flash through flashtools
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That's actually the exact same way i ended up with FW .434, by getting the ota update after rooting the previous one with doomlords method.
I DID install another app called Voodoo OTA Rootkeeper (just in case) that is supposed to ensure that the system stays rooted even after an ota update.
If you're using SuperSU there's also an option called "survival mode" which should do the same thing as the rootkeeper app.
i'm not sure if that rootkeeper stuff is really neccessary, but i guess it can't hurt
i just ran into another snag.... i just flashed pureXaudio & now my recovery doesnt start...i had cwm recovery for locked bootloader.... i tried reinstalling it but it says recovery already installed & quits
installed dual recovery & tried to do a restore from a backup i created before the purexaudio but after the restore was done i tried to format cache & it was stuck there for like 10min....did a reset by holding power & volume up & after that my phone is stuck at bootanimation.....it doesnt go into a bootloop its just stuck at the animation....i tried to go back into recovery & wipe dalvik cache which was successful & then i tried to format cache but the same thing happened & now i cant get into recovery at all & its still stuck at bootanimation.......i am currently downloading a global .350 firmware for c6602 to flash through flashtool.....its gonna take 3hrs.....in the meantime... if anyone has a solution i will be very grateful.....this is freaking me out....i hope i didnt brick it or something
I have done most of the initial steps required to install CM11 but still I want to conform if I am going in the right path...
Model : Xperia SP C5302
Built number : 12.1.A.1.207 (Stock)
Kernel version : 3.4.0 (July 8 2014)
I have done the following things:
- Rooted using Towelroot (Verified root using a few root checking apps)
- Installed SuperSU (Chainfire) and BusyBox
- Installed CWM 4.4.1
And have not done the following:
- Yet to Unlock Bootloader
- Did not flash any Kernel
So I have a few Questions
Question 1:
Unlocking the Bootloader will lead to permanent loss of DRM keys... So will I be able to access Bravia Engine by any means after installing CM11???
Question 2:
Is it necessary to flash a kernel before installing CM11???
Question 3:
Is it safe to install CM11 by booting in Recovery mode or Flashboot mode (or whatever they call that, in which we do not need the help of PC) or using flashtool in PC is much safer and better???
Question 4:
Is there anything else for Me to do other than what I have already done (all those I have mentioned)???
Question 5:
There are a lot of Bootloop complaints about the recently released CM11 M10 Snapshot... So is it safe to install it or is it better to go with Nighties??? Is Nighties Stable (around)???
Question 6:
Is there any method to bring back the use of the Illumination bar in the mobile as a visualizer in Music n Photos app after Installing CM11???
Question 7:
In case I mess up, is what is the method to return to stock firmware (and what should I do now, i.e. before Unlocking Bootloader)???
If not all, please help Me clear at least some of My doubts
And if possible, It will be great if You give a complete tutorial (video or post) form a stock, unrooted, locked mobile to a mobile running a custom ROM...
Thank You all a Lot :victory:
bharathulaganathan said:
I have done most of the initial steps required to install CM11 but still I want to conform if I am going in the right path...
Model : Xperia SP C5302
Built number : 12.1.A.1.207 (Stock)
Kernel version : 3.4.0 (July 8 2014)
I have done the following things:
- Rooted using Towelroot (Verified root using a few root checking apps)
- Installed SuperSU (Chainfire) and BusyBox
- Installed CWM 4.4.1
And have not done the following:
- Yet to Unlock Bootloader
- Did not flash any Kernel
So I have a few Questions
Question 1:
Unlocking the Bootloader will lead to permanent loss of DRM keys... So will I be able to access Bravia Engine by any means after installing CM11???
Question 2:
Is it necessary to flash a kernel before installing CM11???
Question 3:
Is it safe to install CM11 by booting in Recovery mode or Flashboot mode (or whatever they call that, in which we do not need the help of PC) or using flashtool in PC is much safer and better???
Question 4:
Is there anything else for Me to do other than what I have already done (all those I have mentioned)???
Question 5:
There are a lot of Bootloop complaints about the recently released CM11 M10 Snapshot... So is it safe to install it or is it better to go with Nighties??? Is Nighties Stable (around)???
Question 6:
Is there any method to bring back the use of the Illumination bar in the mobile as a visualizer in Music n Photos app after Installing CM11???
Question 7:
In case I mess up, is what is the method to return to stock firmware (and what should I do now, i.e. before Unlocking Bootloader)???
If not all, please help Me clear at least some of My doubts
And if possible, It will be great if You give a complete tutorial (video or post) form a stock, unrooted, locked mobile to a mobile running a custom ROM...
Thank You all a Lot :victory:
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First I will suggest you to leave your Bootloader locked and just install Paranoid or PAC ROMs.
1. Yes, you will lose your DRM Keys. No you wont be able to.
2. It's good to flash latest .207 kernel before/after you install the ROM (if your bl is locked).
3. Just install it from CWM/TWRP
4. Root→install recovery→wipe data/cache etc.→install ROM→install GAPS→flash kernel→reboot→you Gucci
5. Your phone can always explode if you're dumb enough or you just don't like to read. (as I said PAC or Paranoid are better options than CM11)
6. Not really sure.
7. If you have your bl locked then just put your phone in flashmode and flash stock .ftf with flashtool. If not relock your bootloader then do the same.
So, if you ask me go for PAC ROM and locked bootloader. I think it's the best ROM so far for our device. I'm with Paranoid and it's quite Gucci as well, everything works like a charm, the ROM is fast and stable. I'm only suggesting you to install Greenify and DS Battery Saver Xposed Modules cause the battery isn't as good as the stock one.
As for tutorial, just read the guide in the thread. It's pretty simple and straight forward. You have to be really dumb to mess up five simple steps.
Good luck!
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
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First I will suggest you to leave your Bootloader locked and just install Paranoid or PAC ROMs.
1. Yes, you will lose your DRM Keys. No you wont be able to.
2. It's good to flash latest .207 kernel before/after you install the ROM (if your bl is locked).
3. Just install it from CWM/TWRP
4. Root→install recovery→wipe data/cache etc.→install ROM→install GAPS→flash kernel→reboot→you Gucci
5. Your phone can always explode if you're dumb enough or you just don't like to read. (as I said PAC or Paranoid are better options than CM11)
6. Not really sure.
7. If you have your bl locked then just put your phone in flashmode and flash stock .ftf with flashtool. If not relock your bootloader then do the same.
So, if you ask me go for PAC ROM and locked bootloader. I think it's the best ROM so far for our device. I'm with Paranoid and it's quite Gucci as well, everything works like a charm, the ROM is fast and stable. I'm only suggesting you to install Greenify and DS Battery Saver Xposed Modules cause the battery isn't as good as the stock one.
As for tutorial, just read the guide in the thread. It's pretty simple and straight forward. You have to be really dumb to mess up five simple steps.
Good luck!
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Thanx a lot... I flashed PACman ROM... Its really Osm :laugh:
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ShinOrochiX said:
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
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Will try U-Disco... Thanx 4 d suggestion...
ShinOrochiX said:
For Q6, it is possible to use the illumination lights via U-Disco, here.
You can unlock your bootloader and use custom kernels, but I personally recommend staying away from that and using locked bootloader roms, there are many good ones. The risk (hardbrick :crying: ) is not worth it-if you mess it up.
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U-Disco is OSM but U need 2 buy it 4 it 2 run in the background...
Can someone tell me if I can flash this on my locked sp? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2868398
I have been a hardcore custom rom user (nexus 4), but sony's implementation of things confuses me a lot, that is why I have been refraining to install CM
tj_droid said:
Can someone tell me if I can flash this on my locked sp? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2868398
I have been a hardcore custom rom user (nexus 4), but sony's implementation of things confuses me a lot, that is why I have been refraining to install CM
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Yes you can ! The LBL tag means locked bootloader (opposed to UB or UBL for unlocked). You can flash any ROM that has it but just check the instructions in op for any ROM specific recommendation.
pec0ra said:
Yes you can ! The LBL tag means locked bootloader (opposed to UB or UBL for unlocked). You can flash any ROM that has it but just check the instructions in op for any ROM specific recommendation.
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Is there any basic disadvantage of flashing ROMs on a locked bootloader(like some features not working?) or is the similar to unlocked bootloader roms?
Hello,
i have nearly no clue about Android Roms / rooting.
But my Phone (P880) is quite slow at the moment so i search for a custom rom which helps me to improve the general performance of my phone.
At the moment my Phone is not even rooted or has its bootloader unlocked.
So due to my wish to have a custom rom on my phone im surfing the forums.
There are lots and lots of custom roms and i really dont know which to choose.
So the main requirements for a rom are :
It should be quite stable.
It should work faster than the LG Rom.
It should not have major bugs or features which i cant use anymore (like NFC does not work or GPS does not work).
Im not playing games on my phone im just using it to Whatsapp / SMS / Calls.
I hope you can help me to find a rom which provides the features mentioned above and is easy to install.
I would also be happy about a easy to understand tutorial on how to install everything.
Thanks for your help,
Nils
First, you need to unlock bootloader, root your phone, so you can instal recovery, use this toolkit to do all that... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230934 - i recommned twrp.
When you finish, use super su to flash/update your TWRP Here download link latest TWRP for our phone http://dl.twrp.me/p880/twrp-2.8.6.0-p880.img
Than, turn off your phone, press power + volume down to enter recovery, backup your system data, and everything, just in case, i will reccomend you to install LiquidSmooth 4.0 featuring new Mourta-Hybrid lollipop rom, becouse it's only rom with updated kernel, all other roms have outdated kernel. Liquid download link: http://www.mediafire.com/download/5m682nst53sfnan/LS-LP-v4.0-2015-03-27-liquid_p880.zip
If you have any questions just ask.
Marko055 said:
First, you need to unlock bootloader, root your phone, so you can instal recovery, use this toolkit to do all that... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230934 - i recommned twrp.
When you finish, use super su to flash/update your TWRP Here download link latest TWRP for our phone http://dl.twrp.me/p880/twrp-2.8.6.0-p880.img
Than, turn off your phone, press power + volume down to enter recovery, backup your system data, and everything, just in case, i will reccomend you to install LiquidSmooth 4.0 featuring new Mourta-Hybrid lollipop rom, becouse it's only rom with updated kernel, all other roms have outdated kernel. Liquid download link: http://www.mediafire.com/download/5m682nst53sfnan/LS-LP-v4.0-2015-03-27-liquid_p880.zip
If you have any questions just ask.
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Thanks for the reply.
Which Android Version does LiquidSmooth 4.0 use ?
Nils001 said:
Thanks for the reply.
Which Android Version does LiquidSmooth 4.0 use ?
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Android lollipop 5.0.1, i think..
So the android 6.0 OTA update just got available for me.
I tried to install it but the update failed. I have a rooted xperia z3 c (D5803) running android 5.1.1 with locked bootloader and custom recovery installed.
So my question is, how do i install the update? i dont mind if i lose root and custom recovery, i just want to keep my apps and settings.
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So the android 6.0 OTA update just got available for me.
I tried to install it but the update failed. I have a rooted xperia z3 c (D5803) running android 5.1.1 with locked bootloader and custom recovery installed.
So my question is, how do i install the update? i dont mind if i lose root and custom recovery, i just want to keep my apps and settings.
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The only way you will get OTA to work via PC Companion is buy putting your phone back to stock (no root, no recovery). It might be possible to use flashtool to restore a stock build without wiping data, but if it goes into a bootloop, then you will have to wipe it to fix it, loosing everything.
You could use Titanium backup to save all your apps/settings onto the SD card, then force PC Companion to 'repair' your phone. But then you'll be stuck with trying to root your MM build so you can restore your TA backup (Don't be tempted by Kingroot).
Have you considered moving to an MM custom rom? Slim works with a locked bootloader and is very popular, or an MM stock prerooted build. Both of these have install instructions that recomend a wipe, but it may not be necessary.
Several users in the Slim thread have said they successfully flashed without wipe.
There are still lots of glitches and problems with the MM build, are you sure you want to go through the pain of being an early adopter? Another month or so and they'll all be fixed.
Make sure you do a TWRP backup before you start, preferably onto the SD card.
Didgesteve said:
The only way you will get OTA to work via PC Companion is buy putting your phone back to stock (no root, no recovery). It might be possible to use flashtool to restore a stock build without wiping data, but if it goes into a bootloop, then you will have to wipe it to fix it, loosing everything.
You could use Titanium backup to save all your apps/settings onto the SD card, then force PC Companion to 'repair' your phone. But then you'll be stuck with trying to root your MM build so you can restore your TA backup (Don't be tempted by Kingroot).
Have you considered moving to an MM custom rom? Slim works with a locked bootloader and is very popular, or an MM stock prerooted build. Both of these have install instructions that recomend a wipe, but it may not be necessary.
Several users in the Slim thread have said they successfully flashed without wipe.
There are still lots of glitches and problems with the MM build, are you sure you want to go through the pain of being an early adopter? Another month or so and they'll all be fixed.
Make sure you do a TWRP backup before you start, preferably onto the SD card.
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Does the custom roms unlock the bootloader?
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Does the custom roms unlock the bootloader?
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No, neither does using a stock prerooted.
Generally, is it says 'stock' or 'LB' in the title of the thread, then you can use it without having to mess with the bootloader.
Hi everyone,
as I just got a new Z3 compact after a while with a company iphone, i wanted to get rid of all bloatware and use a stock rom right away. I have had some previous experience with android rooting/flashing but this was a while ago and I must admit I may be a bit more out of depth than i thought.
I figured I needed to root first, to be able to get a recovery mode working, to be able to flash new roms (or so I think is the way to go).
Forum posts led me to this method which I sucessfully did.
Also it seemed from this post that downgrading firmware was essential.
My Z3C now runs 4.4 1285-6521_23.0.1.2.105, and I have access to CWM 6.0.4.7
But now, I realise that most roms (or at least the 6.0.1 stock SLiMM which I think I want?) actually require TWRP - and fails to install with CWM (zip install finishes in a few seconds - with no changes).
I've tried to install TWRP manager from the play store and install it from there but the install yields an error. I guess because of CWM presence? The files for a flashing it manually are missing from their official website.
I've looked around for tutorials on how to install TWRP over CWM but couldn't find a clear way.
So I'm wondering what are my next steps.
Should I install another kernel to be able to run TWRP, like this one?
But do I have to flash the corresponding firmware first?
And should I use the Advanced_Stock_Kernel_Z3C_MM_6.0.1_23.5.A.0.570 download if my phone needs 23.5.A.0.575 - Unbranded - CE1 [Central Europe] (1288-7915) (I'm in France)??
Lastly, will I need to restore the DRM keys and at which point?
You might have noticed I'm confused now ⁀⊙﹏☉⁀
Any help is appreciated ! (> ^_^ )>
Thanks !
Two Steps:
- Flash 23.5.A.0.575 - Unbranded - CE1 [Central Europe] (yes its also for france) via Flashtool
- Do this (quite new) rooting and TWRP installation!
And then whatever you like - SLIMM is maybe the best option!
DRM Key (if available) can be restorted after full stock flash (with stock kernel) with facory resert.