Hello fellas.
I just bought SO-02K ntt docomo version, but there are lot of bloatware (japanese providers app) can't be removed. Is it possible to get rid off them all without root?
Is it safe to flash it with global ROM/non-japan ROM?
Many great thanks.
ADB AppControl or MobyDroid.
Other than that there's a rootless debloating solution for XZ1C, but it appears to be for G8441 models only... wouldn't try it on SO-02K, not without asking in the thread if that's safe anyway. I would also guess it requires an unlocked bootloader, which tends to be a problem for SO-02K models. They often come with a hardlocked bootloader to open which the only solutions known to me are paid, e.g. this $30 method. If you can sort that part out, there are decent debloated custom ROMs compatible with SO-02K such as HavocOS or ported LineageOS, which don't require root. Users have had success flashing them.
strianugraha said:
Is it safe to flash it with global ROM/non-japan ROM?
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From what I read, it just won't work.
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I'm new to the xperia z and want to know how to go about rooting and flashing roms for this phone.I understand the bootloader is locked..what are the rom's available for the tmobile/u.s variant of the phone?
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I'm new to the xperia z and want to know how to go about rooting and flashing roms for this phone.I understand the bootloader is locked..what are the rom's available for the tmobile/u.s variant of the phone?
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As long as the ROM is based off of stock Sony firmware you are good. Look for the "LB" (lockedbootloader) tag withing the ROM title, and you should also see instructions if you have a LB.
Dhickory said:
As long as the ROM is based off of stock Sony firmware you are good. Look for the "LB" (lockedbootloader) tag withing the ROM title, and you should also see instructions if you have a LB.
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Thankyou..how about rooting? Again I have a tmobile C6606 on 10.3.1.E.0.191 I saw couple root methods but not sure if my device is supported. I've been seeing lots of I bricked my device thread so just trying to be cautious
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Thankyou..how about rooting? Again I have a tmobile C6606 on 10.3.1.E.0.191 I saw couple root methods but not sure if my device is supported. I've been seeing lots of I bricked my device thread so just trying to be cautious
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I can't remember what t-mobile firmware I was on (6 months ago) when I rooted, but I know I used a @DooMLoRD method...I think this one (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405)
You can always use flashtool to install a generic .67 FTF, then root and install recovery. This is the safest way to go, but you will lose t-mobile specific functions like wifi calling, but also t-mobile bloat. If you are looking to install a custom stock ROM then you will be losing these functions anyways.
Just make sure you get the latest flashtool and drivers - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2635830.
EDIT: Actually I believe I used this method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472) to root as I was on the .166 firmware. The method above is what you want as .67 is what you'll need if making the jump to 4.3.
Hey guys,
I own both the bell version of the xperia z, and the T-Mobile version. I ONLY want to use them as glorified tablets. Basically like the Ipod touch version of the iPhone, I want to use them unactivated. For me, its all about customibility and I really want to unlock the bootloader. I know neither of these can be unlocked, but in theory, if i wrote the software of the global unlockable versions (c6602/c6603) which DO allow for unlocked bootloader, would I be able to do it? I know signal would be screwy with the radios, but i dont care since thats irrelevant to me. Any help would be great, thanks guys.
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Hey guys,
I own both the bell version of the xperia z, and the T-Mobile version. I ONLY want to use them as glorified tablets. Basically like the Ipod touch version of the iPhone, I want to use them unactivated. For me, its all about customibility and I really want to unlock the bootloader. I know neither of these can be unlocked, but in theory, if i wrote the software of the global unlockable versions (c6602/c6603) which DO allow for unlocked bootloader, would I be able to do it? I know signal would be screwy with the radios, but i dont care since thats irrelevant to me. Any help would be great, thanks guys.
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Short answer: Never going to happen.
So its impossible to write c6602/3 software to it? Longer answer would be nice : P
ronin8knight said:
So its impossible to write c6602/3 software to it? Longer answer would be nice : P
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Sorry, you can't unlock the bootloader if a device says: "bootloader unlock allowed: no" which is if you have a branded device. If you try it, you'd better throw it away.
If u can root everything is possible. As long as there's someone who provide geeky solutions
And under your situation u don't need flash different rom as there's a way to install recovery without unlocked bootloader in rooted phone.
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hey, thanks a ton for the responses guys! So, is there ANY possible way I can get cyanogenmod installed on either my c6616 or c6606? (Bell and t-mobile)w
I don't have your phones so I cannot guaranty but you can try my method.
I got a c6603 from vodafone, and use ota to update to 4.3.
Since the 4.3 cannot root and I dont want unlock bl. so I use these steps
1. downgrade phone by flashtool to a version which can be rooted.
2. root
3. install recovery in locked BL:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...cked-bootloader-cwm-recovery-6-0-2-8-t2187363
4. Choose whatever rom you like and flash it.
DONE!
You cannot use custom kernels on a locked bootloader, so you cannot run CM, PA, AOSP etc.
Stock based roms only. There's no way around it.
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Awesome tips guys! Got recovery working and its all good- just ONE last thing:
are there any vanilla style roms out there like cyanogen that are stock based? I just want my pure android with some nice customizable features, no kernel updates or anything. Can you suggest any?
I'm going to buy a new phone and I need root for some of my apps. Just to double check, all versions of XZ1 Compact can get root, right? Or are there some versions that can't without breaking things like camera? I ask cuz I know with other phones, depending on the processor you end up with you can't unlock bootloader meaning root isn't possible.
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I'm going to buy a new phone and I need root for some of my apps. Just to double check, all versions of XZ1 Compact can get root, right? Or are there some versions that can't without breaking things like camera? I ask cuz I know with other phones, depending on the processor you end up with you can't unlock bootloader meaning root isn't possible.
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Oreo builds on western models can get rooted. DoCoMo models from Japan not so.
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Oreo builds on western models can get rooted. DoCoMo models from Japan not so.
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How can you tell before buying? Is the one off Amazon western model?
Hi experts, I had a Sony Xperia 1 ii Docomo version (SO-51A), I want to flash a customized software on it (UK or International versions), is that possible ???
Thank you in advance …
Any one 2 answer please ...
Mohammed Ajeena said:
Any one 2 answer please ...
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Not sure what you variant is (japan?)
I have a xqat52 HK international dual Sim.
And successfully flashed xq-at51 UK on it.
Before flashing UK rom I could not access 5G in UK.
However you need to know I had many issues after with Google and play store device not certified.
Since it was altered, still official rom, but once you flash anything different to your original rom, you will have issues.
Be prepared to Google loads, and find out it is worth it for you.
You will need to read about possibly rooting it, so you can enjoy your device in the region you want with the features you want.
Remember unlocking bootloader, you will loose your drm. I was not too bothered about it.
xdamanu1000 said:
Not sure what you variant is (japan?)
I have a xqat52 HK international dual Sim.
And successfully flashed xq-at51 UK on it.
Before flashing UK rom I could not access 5G in UK.
However you need to know I had many issues after with Google and play store device not certified.
Since it was altered, still official rom, but once you flash anything different to your original rom, you will have issues.
Be prepared to Google loads, and find out it is worth it for you.
You will need to read about possibly rooting it, so you can enjoy your device in the region you want with the features you want.
Remember unlocking bootloader, you will loose your drm. I was not too bothered about it.
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Yes, i have a Japanese vesrion, and before the mark ii i had xperia 1 and converted to UK vesrion and it was so good, but the mark ii i don't know if its possible or not ..
Mohammed Ajeena said:
Yes, i have a Japanese vesrion, and before the mark ii i had xperia 1 and converted to UK vesrion and it was so good, but the mark ii i don't know if its possible or not ..
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I converted my 1ii from HK to UK successfully.
With the latest build
58.1.A.5.507
Using flasher
It is possible, but read carefully everything and do your research 1st. You will need some knowledge on using adb / flasher / fastboot / android Kitchen / Magisk / etc..
Unlock your bootloader too. (if you want root and not have Google issues after)
You need to check if your handset can have the bootloader unlocked, as from what I read not all handsets have this option enabled...
There is a Sony webpage (Google) that tells you whether you can do that or not....
Make sure you understand the risks and have the knowledge to do it all, as bootloops looks like a norm on forums after flashing....
xdamanu1000 said:
I converted my 1ii from HK to UK successfully.
With the latest build
58.1.A.5.507
Using flasher
It is possible, but read carefully everything and do your research 1st. You will need some knowledge on using adb / flasher / fastboot / android Kitchen / Magisk / etc..
Unlock your bootloader too. (if you want root and not have Google issues after)
You need to check if your handset can have the bootloader unlocked, as from what I read not all handsets have this option enabled...
There is a Sony webpage (Google) that tells you whether you can do that or not....
Make sure you understand the risks and have the knowledge to do it all, as bootloops looks like a norm on forums after flashing....
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Thank you for your respose, it seems a little bit tricky .. so i will wait till some1 can give prcedures or done this b4.
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Remember unlocking bootloader, you will loose your drm. I was not too bothered about it.
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Is your Wifi and Bluetooth still working?
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Is your Wifi and Bluetooth still working?
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Yes mate all good and 5G switching band correctly in the UK. XQ-AT52 would not turn to 5G only 4G,nightmare explaining this to Sony or phone carriers... Useless
Hello everyone! I have such a question here. Which custom firmware is best to install on my XZ1 Compact Docomo version? (SO-02K) Which one works the most stable? I chose custom firmware, because I will not be able to flash my SO-02K on G8841 firmware.
Been wondering that myself recently, it seems HavocOS is the way to go. Here a user described flashing it on his SO-02K.
Haven't attempted it yet but that's my goal don't see much of a point spending some $30 unlocking my model's hardlocked bootloader, so provisionally settled for manual debloating with a yucky but functional ADB AppControl. Who knows, maybe a free un(hard)locking solution will become available soon or a compatible Android 12 ROM will get a release and then I might cave.