hello
is there any way for have official update after rooting without flashing the rom ?
is there anyway to unRoot Xperia SP ?
Thanks
You can unroot your phone flashing a stock ftf file via flashtool.
As about updates, many members here upload ftf files once released, so waiting for Sony to release the update on your country, from the moment you can flash the ftf file some hours after the release, is kind of useless l (just my opinion mate).
DaRk-L0rD said:
You can unroot your phone flashing a stock ftf file via flashtool.
As about updates, many members here upload ftf files once released, so waiting for Sony to release the update on your country, from the moment you can flash the ftf file some hours after the release, is kind of useless l (just my opinion mate).
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can you explain it a little bit better?
my girlfriend has the phone und i unlocked the bootloader, rooted it and installed a custom kernel (What is this? dont know the use of it) and now the phone says "cant install update" (12.0.a.1.257)
(german phone)
thanks in advance
Pestplatte said:
can you explain it a little bit better?
my girlfriend has the phone und i unlocked the bootloader, rooted it and installed a custom kernel (What is this? dont know the use of it) and now the phone says "cant install update" (12.0.a.1.257)
(german phone)
thanks in advance
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Custom kernel lets you get the whole control of your device. You can use it for better battery life, overclock etc. All custom kernels in order to be installed, you have to have unlocked bootloader.
But, when you unlock the bootloader you void your warranty, you loose bravia engine and you can't update using Sony pc companion.
You can still though relock your bootloader by flashing via flashtool a ftf file that you can find on development section.
If you want to relock your bootloader, I suggest you to download an ftf file of the update and flash it and after that flash the ftf file in order to relock bootloader.
Flashtool is an app for pc that lets you install ftf files.
Ftf is the extension of the update that Sony releases.
so what exactly is a (the) tft file?
and how can i upgrade the phone?
is it also possible to use new android 4.2.2 (from sdk) like google nexus?
sorry but i dont know anything about original software from sony, always had custom rom on my lg ^^
Pestplatte said:
so what exactly is a (the) tft file?
and how can i upgrade the phone?
is it also possible to use new android 4.2.2 (from sdk) like google nexus?
sorry but i dont know anything about original software from sony, always had custom rom on my lg ^^
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No, you can't use LG files because it's not compatible with your device mate.
Ftf files are the format of the stock file. When users download an update from pc companion, they create a file so other members can use it even if in their country the update is not released.
You can check how to use flashtool on YouTube. With flashtool you can install ftf files.
i already used flashtool but i just didnt know for what and i just used it to install the xperia Z drivers (dont know why i had to use them for my c5303, others didnt work)
i used this kernel forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42642971 and flashed via fastboot (just oldschool and how it worked ever on my old lg ^^)
by the way: it was a .elf file, not tft i think ^^
okay i hope i got it now. it is for: - samsung devices (only) and - necessary for using the original rom?!
but the last questions:
which kernel do i have to download to update? (german)
and: do i have to save the data? (dont have CWM on this phone, but titanium Backup)
sry for the dumb questions, but this is all so complicated for this **** phone (i hate it, but lucky it is not mine)
Offtopic:
for my lg i installed fastboot, download CWMrec, downloaded a custom rom, rooted, installed everythink, all done nicely :victory:
for the nexus 7 it was even more simply. used a nexus program, type a few numbers, all done
for this phone i had to install like a bunch of programms, had big problem with drivers, read dozens of sites (the technical one are not so easy for a german guy ^^), had to register imei, unlock bootloader and so on... very much crap for a 350€ phone... with old android 4.1.2
I really don't think you should be messing with unlocking bootloaders and playing with the kernel if you don't even know what it's for.
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Hello!
I have searched various places about rooting my SP. I am about to root my SP, it was newly bought (2 months old) so it would be better if the TA Partition is backed up. After inspecting several articles and stuffs, I was advised to back up my TA Partition before attempting to root my phone.
As of 12.1.A.0.266 update, rooting requires unlocking the bootloader. Which doesn't follow the rule to back up the TA Partition. As one may know, a phone must be rooted in order to back up the TA partition but at the same time, such bootloader must not be unlocked
I've searched everywhere I can, however I can't find any solution. Forgive me if there are any articles or thread created regarding the same topic.
Any immediate help would be extremely appreciated.
The phone is running latest stock firmware and had no customisations so far.
TechnoSparks said:
Hello!
I have searched various places about rooting my SP. I am about to root my SP, it was newly bought (2 months old) so it would be better if the TA Partition is backed up. After inspecting several articles and stuffs, I was advised to back up my TA Partition before attempting to root my phone.
As of 12.1.A.0.266 update, rooting requires unlocking the bootloader. Which doesn't follow the rule to back up the TA Partition. As one may know, a phone must be rooted in order to back up the TA partition but at the same time, such bootloader must not be unlocked
I've searched everywhere I can, however I can't find any solution. Forgive me if there are any articles or thread created regarding the same topic.
Any immediate help would be extremely appreciated.
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Use a pre-rooted rom (PureXSP, eXistenZ)...Not sure if it will work!Don't try unless a person with higher android knowledge skills answers!
How about you just FTF flash an older firmware?
UltraWelfare said:
Use a pre-rooted rom (PureXSP, eXistenZ)...Not sure if it will work!Don't try unless a person with higher android knowledge skills answers!
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aaa I am only looking forward to use stock ROMs only at the moment. hm
sephirothmk said:
How about you just FTF flash an older firmware?
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flashing ftf won't require unlocked bootloader isn't it? I do thought of downgrading then root and then backup such TA partition.
No it wont.
For the Sony features like Bravia Engine etc you need the TA partition. Flashtool will (or should) work without the TA partition. It will only tell you that your bootloader is unlocked
I was in the exactly the same position as you few days ago when I decided to customize my Xperia SP
Here is what I have done...
I was on the latest .266 OTA updated FW and then ... ...
I downloaded and flashed with Flashtool "Xperia SP (C5303)_12.0.A.2.254_Generic_DE.with_loader.sin.ftf"
Then flash XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf
Now you can use DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip
and then flash back XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.2.254_KernelOnly.ftf for your current FW
Now that you have rooted your phone you can use Backup-TA-9.10 tool to backup your TA partition and save your precious DRM keys
And when you have your TA partition backup safely archived somewhere
you can go to Sony site to request code for unlocking bootloader.
When your bootloader is unlocked use FASTBOOT to flash any kernel that have custom recovery
(like Nayak03 or DoomLord's V05 or DoomLord's advanced STD .266)
and then when you have custom recovery you can install pretty much everything you find around here.
If you need more details or want me to put links to threads and files I've looked and download just say... :cyclops:
greetzz
:thumbup: freedom
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mrjraider said:
No it wont.
For the Sony features like Bravia Engine etc you need the TA partition. Flashtool will (or should) work without the TA partition. It will only tell you that your bootloader is unlocked
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It is not about Flashing, it is warranty.. My phone is 2 months old and there are 8 more months for valid warranty.
freedom74 said:
I was in the exactly the same position as you few days ago when I decided to customize my Xperia SP
Here is what I have done...
I was on the latest .266 OTA updated FW and then ... ...
I downloaded and flashed with Flashtool "Xperia SP (C5303)_12.0.A.2.254_Generic_DE.with_loader.sin.ftf"
Then flash XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf
Now you can use DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip
and then flash back XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.2.254_KernelOnly.ftf for your current FW
Now that you have rooted your phone you can use Backup-TA-9.10 tool to backup your TA partition and save your precious DRM keys
And when you have your TA partition backup safely archived somewhere
you can go to Sony site to request code for unlocking bootloader.
When your bootloader is unlocked use FASTBOOT to flash any kernel that have custom recovery
(like Nayak03 or DoomLord's V05 or DoomLord's advanced STD .266)
and then when you have custom recovery you can install pretty much everything you find around here.
If you need more details or want me to put links to threads and files I've looked and download just say... :cyclops:
greetzz
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Wohoo thanks! Yes, I do thought of the same way, however, I am looking forward to use the stock sony .266 FW after rooting the older 254. Any tutorial you can give here or any links I can get on how to actually "install" the .266 firmware?
Yes I do would like some links on downloading those stuff except Flashtool, I did have it already. If you don't mind posting them..
By the way, since I see that .266 FWs have different versions for each region on this world respectively, may I know how to get one that is international or south-east asia specific?
some links that might help you.. (links for downloading stuff in there...)
#Downgrading to 4.1.2 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50356952&postcount=8)
# rooting 4.1.2 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405933), and installing CWM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2352920 - for LB).
#backing up the TA partition while rooted at 4.1.2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
#unlocking/relocking BL (if decided to unlock)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354721
#installing/rooting 4.3
1)for UB/LB
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2648538
2)Doomlord method for UB
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646193
It's wise to read before doing anything..
I went through these steps (without unlocking BL), now rooted with PureXSP (4.3 based) rom..
Naveen004 said:
:thumbup: freedom
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yes, thumb up is on the lower left corner of my post
TechnoSparks said:
By the way, since I see that .266 FWs have different versions for each region on this world respectively, may I know how to get one that is international or south-east asia specific?
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You can search in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2658952
And for the links, @mrhnet already goes ahead of me. :good:
This is the thread where I started... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354704
You just need to go step by step and in right order...
1 downgrade FW to 12.0.A.2.254 (or 245) DOWNLOAD HERE
2 change to rootable kernel 12.0.A.1.257 DOWNLOAD HERE
3 use DoomLords perf_exploit rooting script DOWNLOAD HERE
4 flash back kernel only 12.0.A.2.254 DOWNLOAD HERE
5 start your phone and start TABackup HERE
6 go to Sony site for an unlock code as explained HERE
for which you use Fastboot HERE
7 again with fastboot flash kernel with custom recovery like THIS one DoomKernel AdvStd .266
8 reboot to recovery while presing VOL+ key when lightshow starts and install CustomROM of your choice which you downloaded previously and put it on your microSD card.
OR if you want stock rooted FW
in step 7 first flash official .266 FW then fastboot DoomLords .266 AdvStd kernel
boot to recovery and from it root your system
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Thank you @mrhnet and @freedom74 !
You guys really solved my questions in a quick manner of time!
I just registered xda just to ask this question and I received a really good help.
I will read both posts and see what I can come up with my SP. I can't wait to root it! Again thank you, guys!
I hope nothing bad happens, this is my only phone and it costs so much
:victory: thanks again!
@TechnoSparks
No problem bro! Good luck with your new phone
This is also my recent phone.. might feel a little faintish at the first bootloop.. but you'll get used to it Won't be any problem if carefully done according to instructions.. [emoji106]
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@TechnoSparks
No problem bro! Good luck with your new phone
This is also my recent phone.. might feel a little faintish at the first bootloop.. but you'll get used to it Won't be any problem if carefully done according to instructions.. [emoji106]
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lol I am sorry I am back. I am having difficulties on finding appropriate firmware.
Hey I saw a post saying that it ripped firmwares from the SUS. Do you know how to do this, so that I can have the version right for my country?
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lol I am sorry I am back. I am having difficulties on finding appropriate firmware.
Hey I saw a post saying that it ripped firmwares from the SUS. Do you know how to do this, so that I can have the version right for my country?
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Check this..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/noobs-guide-create-stock-firmware-ftf-t2188129
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---------- Post added at 11:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:05 PM ----------
**A post with some very useful tips for someone wishing to stay close to their regional stock as possible...
-->> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50429620&postcount=61
(From one of 4.3 rooting threads)
Hope you have some idea how to proceed..
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freedom74 said:
yes, thumb up is on the lower left corner of my post
You can search in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2658952
And for the links, @mrhnet already goes ahead of me. :good:
This is the thread where I started... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354704
You just need to go step by step and in right order...
1 downgrade FW to 12.0.A.2.254 (or 245) DOWNLOAD HERE
2 change to rootable kernel 12.0.A.1.257 DOWNLOAD HERE
3 use DoomLords perf_exploit rooting script DOWNLOAD HERE
4 flash back kernel only 12.0.A.2.254 DOWNLOAD HERE
5 start your phone and start TABackup HERE
6 go to Sony site for an unlock code as explained HERE
for which you use Fastboot HERE
7 again with fastboot flash kernel with custom recovery like THIS one DoomKernel AdvStd .266
8 reboot to recovery while presing VOL+ key when lightshow starts and install CustomROM of your choice which you downloaded previously and put it on your microSD card.
OR if you want stock rooted FW
in step 7 first flash official .266 FW then fastboot DoomLords .266 AdvStd kernel
boot to recovery and from it root your system
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does the UK generic support Arabic language ?
Mostafa Mega said:
does the UK generic support Arabic language ?
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Don't know.
I didn't use it.
Mostafa Mega said:
does the UK generic support Arabic language ?
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Can't you have an Arabic version installed via the Sony Update Service?
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Can't you have an Arabic version installed via the Sony Update Service?
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I am searching coz I wanna downgrade to 4.1 so I can root then backup TA but I can't find the same global generic (which came with the devise)
so am looking for any good Rom support Arabic language
Hello this is my first post , I am a newbe.....
I made several attempts to root my device but none of these works...
One click root
Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v17_perf-event-exploit
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v14_perf-event-exploit
could you give me an help please ?
No easy method work for now. Only solution is downgrade to 4.1, root and flashing some rom based on .199 build. Or there is some script that should help you retain root with OTA upgrade, but you still need to downgrade to 4.1.
nlooooo said:
No easy method work for now. Only solution is downgrade to 4.1, root and flashing some rom based on .199 build. Or there is some script that should help you retain root with OTA upgrade, but you still need to downgrade to 4.1.
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I am very grateful to you. you saved me from headache....
I would like to take advantage of your willingness to ask a few questions....
I have done a firmware backup using the SUS and Flashtool.
Bootloader is locked at this time on my V.
I would like to know if I can install cyanogenmod 11 and in the future I can back to previous original firmware "tft" using this Flashtool procedure ?
-how to install the newest Android 4.3 for Sony XPERIA V LT25
-paste the ftf file downloaded in step c) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool.
-open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok.
-turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
-after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware
Installing CM11 Xperia V is automatically rooted ?
Back to previous original xperia firmware, using flashtol, remains something of CyanogenMod ? Device returns unrooted ?
Thank You
carminedev said:
I would like to take advantage of your willingness to ask a few questions....
I have done a firmware backup using the SUS and Flashtool.
Bootloader is locked at this time on my V.
I would like to know if I can install cyanogenmod 11 and in the future I can back to previous original firmware "tft" using this Flashtool procedure ?
-how to install the newest Android 4.3 for Sony XPERIA V LT25
-paste the ftf file downloaded in step c) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool.
-open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok.
-turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
-after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware
Installing CM11 Xperia V is automatically rooted ?
Back to previous original xperia firmware, using flashtol, remains something of CyanogenMod ? Device returns unrooted ?
Thank You
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First of all CM won't work with locked bootloader, and you can't install it using Flashtool. It contains Superuser app so it's rooted.
You can always flash your device with Flashtool using .ftf files to return it to stock firmware.
If you choose to unlock bootloder consider backing up TA partition of phone (there's a tool for that here but the phone has to be rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598) so you can restore your DRM keys later (if you return to stock firmware and you want to have Bravia engine and the rest of the stuff dependent on DRM).
nlooooo said:
First of all CM won't work with locked bootloader, and you can't install it using Flashtool. It contains Superuser app so it's rooted.
You can always flash your device with Flashtool using .ftf files to return it to stock firmware.
If you choose to unlock bootloder consider backing up TA partition of phone (there's a tool for that here but the phone has to be rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598) so you can restore your DRM keys later (if you return to stock firmware and you want to have Bravia engine and the rest of the stuff dependent on DRM).
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yesterday unfortunately, I made confusion between ROOTING and UNLOOK BOOTLOOADER so I have unlocked bootloder using flashtool and the day after I have re-locked it. Have I lost sony DRM ?
I think no... becouse I don't make changes that affected device partition, is it correct ?
So I ve got to wait for better and simple method to root my device before make other experiment, what do you think about it ?
carminedev said:
yesterday unfortunately, I made confusion between ROOTING and UNLOOK BOOTLOOADER so I have unlocked bootloder using flashtool and the day after I have re-locked it. Have I lost sony DRM ?
I think no... becouse I don't make changes that affected device partition, is it correct ?
So I ve got to wait for better and simple method to root my device before make other experiment, what do you think about it ?
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I think you lost it when you unlocked it cause TA partition got formated, it doesn't matter if you relock it afterwards.
nlooooo said:
I think you lost it when you unlocked it cause TA partition got formated, it doesn't matter if you relock it afterwards.
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how can i verify if I lose DRM ?
carminedev said:
how can i verify if I lose DRM ?
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Check if in the Album app if pictures change when using Bravia Engine; if you didn't back up your TA partition before unlocking, as far as I know, you lost your DRM keys forever, relocking won't change a thing.
Antiga Prime said:
Check if in the Album app if pictures change when using Bravia Engine; if you didn't back up your TA partition before unlocking, as far as I know, you lost your DRM keys forever, relocking won't change a thing.
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CONFIRMED I lost DRM keys...
At this Point I decide to dance, I' ll downgrade to a version to root device by doomLord patch first. I found a post in which users explain how to install Bravia Engine 2 using PimpMyRom App. Finally I Will upgrade to Last Xperia firmware.... And I' ll do a big backup!!!
Are you according to me? You suggest to me something different?
I'd not worry much abt Bravia Engine. The pics appears slightly brighter, shadows are therefore a bit better, and the colours are a tiny whee little bit more vibrant. If I had to put it into a number the difference is somewhere below the 10 % mark %. You get better results by taking pictures properly in the first place.
carminedev said:
CONFIRMED I lost DRM keys...
At this Point I decide to dance, I' ll downgrade to a version to root device by doomLord patch first. I found a post in which users explain how to install Bravia Engine 2 using PimpMyRom App. Finally I Will upgrade to Last Xperia firmware.... And I' ll do a big backup!!!
Are you according to me? You suggest to me something different?
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It would be better to unlock bootloader again and then root flashing some custom kernel.
Something like this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647496
nlooooo said:
It would be better to unlock bootloader again and then root flashing some custom kernel.
Something like this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647496
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I Read the post... Could you guide me trought I don't understand how-to.... It's too difficult for me.
Do You suggest to me this procedure just to root my V, is it right ?
What do you think about this Way to install BE2?...
http://www.xperiaguide.com/2013/07/27/install-sony-bravia-engine-2-and-xloud-on-xperia-sslacrosiont/
carminedev said:
I Read the post... Could you guide me trought I don't understand how-to.... It's too difficult for me.
Do You suggest to me this procedure just to root my V, is it right ?
What do you think about this Way to install BE2?...
http://www.xperiaguide.com/2013/07/27/install-sony-bravia-engine-2-and-xloud-on-xperia-sslacrosiont/
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Mate, if you don't understand what's written there than consider not to play much with your phone. It's still an expensive peace of hardware to get messed up.
nlooooo said:
Mate, if you don't understand what's written there than consider not to play much with your phone. It's still an expensive peace of hardware to get messed up.
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I'm sorry for my bad English ....
I have not paid enough attention this morning as I read the post.
it would seem easier after reading the post a second time...
- I NEED -
SuperSU Install zip
Doomkernel v08 kernel.elf file
" ATTENTION Doomkernel v08 is for xperia T while Doomkernel v07 for xperia V according to the post : forum.xda-developers.com - Doomkernel v07 for xperia V & require stock JellyBean FW (9.1.A.1.140) "
Sony stock 4.3 kernel, attached to the post.
Flashtool to Unlock Boot Loader
Fastboot mode -> Holding down the power and volume up
A brain and common sense.
1) by FLASHTOOL -> install the stock Android 4.3 FTF*
2) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode and install the v08 Doomkernel kernel.elf
3) by FLASHTOOL -> upon boot, go into recovery**, and install the zip SuperSU normally
4) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode install the provided stock Sony 4.3 Kernel
5) Unplug your phone, boot it, and there you go, rooted stock Android 4.3.
* Which version of latest stock rom do you suggest for my V :
- the first that I downloaded from xperiafirmware.com 9.2.A.1.199.
- the second created (after installation of the first) with Sony Update Service SUS , decrypted by Flashtool and saved into .tft format ?
** ..."go into recovery" is automated upon boot ?
At the end can I lock the boot loader to recive pc companion updates ?
carminedev said:
I'm sorry for my bad English ....
I have not paid enough attention this morning as I read the post.
it would seem easier after reading the post a second time...
- I NEED -
SuperSU Install zip
Doomkernel v08 kernel.elf file
" ATTENTION Doomkernel v08 is for xperia T while Doomkernel v07 for xperia V according to the post : forum.xda-developers.com - Doomkernel v07 for xperia V & require stock JellyBean FW (9.1.A.1.140) "
Sony stock 4.3 kernel, attached to the post.
Flashtool to Unlock Boot Loader
Fastboot mode -> Holding down the power and volume up
A brain and common sense.
1) by FLASHTOOL -> install the stock Android 4.3 FTF*
2) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode and install the v08 Doomkernel kernel.elf
3) by FLASHTOOL -> upon boot, go into recovery**, and install the zip SuperSU normally
4) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode install the provided stock Sony 4.3 Kernel
5) Unplug your phone, boot it, and there you go, rooted stock Android 4.3.
* Which version of latest stock rom do you suggest for my V :
- the first that I downloaded from xperiafirmware.com 9.2.A.1.199.
- the second created (after installation of the first) with Sony Update Service SUS , decrypted by Flashtool and saved into .tft format ?
** ..."go into recovery" is automated upon boot ?
At the end can I lock the boot loader to recive pc companion updates ?
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Lock bootloader and you should be able to apply official updates.
nlooooo said:
Lock bootloader and you should be able to apply official updates.
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The kernel are different and 07 version require Android 4.1....
I wrote ATTENTION between " " ADDING THE PROBLEM....
carminedev said:
The kernel are different and 07 version require Android 4.1....
I wrote ATTENTION between " " ADDING THE PROBLEM....
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Doomkernel v8 is also for 4.1.2. As far as I understood you don't have to power on your phone completely in step 3, only to boot to recovery.
nlooooo said:
Doomkernel v8 is also for 4.1.2. As far as I understood you don't have to power on your phone completely in step 3, only to boot to recovery.
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but my V is JB 4.3 9.2.A.1.199
carminedev said:
but my V is JB 4.3 9.2.A.1.199
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You just use exploitability of custom kernel with recovery inside.
Take a look here also:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654451
i recently bought a bell xperia z1, went on to the sony website to unlock bootloader to find that mine is locked, unlike the international version which has an unlockable bootloader.
ive updated it to see if the updates would unlock the bootloader but alas they did not, now im running :
model c6906
android 4.3
build 14.2.A.0.209
Main question :
Will i be able to downgrade and bypass the bootloader?
ive rooted a S2/Htc HD/ Desire Z in the past im just worrying about bricking my phone that ive had for less then a week.
and all other guides ive seen are for different versions, ive heard of flashing the 6903 stuff but that makes me worry way to much.
so pretty much want to know is it possible to do via downgrade to achieve root or should i just wait till a safer method becomes available.
sony bloatware is annoying
Yes, you can get C6906 Rooted with Locked Bootlader. First you have Read a bit more about it, starting with this thread and also watch the Video Tutorial.
You have to use Flashtool v0.9.15 to downgrade to .534 using Rogers FTF for your model from here.
When you are on 4.2.2 FW .534 Root it with Bin4ry Method, then Install Dualrecovery, SuperSU and Upgrade to your favorite latest Android Pre-Rooted, like KitKat Here or JB 4.3 Here.
Done.
Good Luck!
you sir are the man, followed the video and got root, now to find a rom to use.
edit : went to install a rom + gapps and had to do the whole process over again. right from flashing nuts custom. got stuck in a sony logo boot loop. zz
so attempt #2 with a different rom.
edit 2: was able to update to 4.4 kitkat so now i hope i can update my rom. since i was trying to do a 4.4 rom on the 4.3 firmware ?
edit3: nope stuck on sony logo so went back to nuts again... hrmm well atleast i could upate to 4.4 going to try boot to cwm and see if that works
Before I flashed mine I was reading for weeks, You did in few hours and I think to quickly. If the phone stuck in Boot logo, I think you did something wrong but I don't have the phone with me so I cannot tell.
Now you have to go back to stock, keep pushing Volume UP and Power, 3 vibrations, phone in off, keep pushing volume down and connect to pc in flashmode, flash a Stock FTF for your model from the link I give you. Now you phone should boot. Repeat the process to get Root and be careful.
Remember to Wipe Data, Appslog, Cache, every time you flash a Fresh Installation is recommended.
eclyptos said:
keep pushing volume down and connect to pc in flashmode, flash a Stock FTF for your model from the link I give you. .
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You should not connect the phone to the PC until the PC prompts you after flashtool has prepared the files for flashing
sorvis said:
since i was trying to do a 4.4 rom on the 4.3 firmware ?
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4.4 will need a 4.4 kernel.
gregbradley said:
You should not connect the phone to the PC until the PC prompts you after flashtool has prepared the files for flashing
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Ok, that is why I saw in Flashtool Disconnect and Connect my device few times but never had a problem. Good to know.
i was able to go back and use flash tool to flash nut's ftf
so im on 4.4 kitkat rooted which is good.
but when i flash any custom rom trough any recovery it boot loops im guessing its because locked bootloader.
so im guessing any rom i want to flash has to have 2 parts. The flashing process in recovery and the flashtool flash firmware for that rom.
unless like you said update my kernal
I have Xperia Z1 UB with CWM installed kitkat .681
I got OTA update to .757 and I want it so much because of the known sound issue
It's just about 10 MB and it's perfect for me due to my slow connection.. I can't download any FTF or flashed zip (about 950 MB)
what I have to do to install the OTA update successfully ??
delete the CWM and relock my phone ?? any solution ??
thank u
I dont know how many times i have to say this, or if you did not read the warning on the sony website when you unlocked
but do not excuse the caps lock, i am doing it on purpose
DO NOT ACCEPT OTA UPDATES WITH AN UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER
gregbradley said:
I dont know how many times i have to say this, or if you did not read the warning on the sony website when you unlocked
but do not excuse the caps lock, i am doing it on purpose
DO NOT ACCEPT OTA UPDATES WITH AN UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER
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absolutely man I'm not going to update my xperia with UB.. so I want to relock it and a way to uninstall CWM then I will update as stock kernel
why not just install one of the pre rooted stock roms from the development section.
Just flash it..
absolutely no need to relock, flash a stock kernel or anything...
all you will have to do is flash back your choice of custom kernel afterwards.
gregbradley said:
why not just install one of the pre rooted stock roms from the development section.
Just flash it..
absolutely no need to relock, flash a stock kernel or anything...
all you will have to do is flash back your choice of custom kernel afterwards.
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I would like to download pre rooted rom but I don't have high speed internet connection to download about 1 GB file
Hi!
I've a Trojan (Qysly.BX) on my Xperia E1.
I've scanned it with some app antivirus, but I wasn't able to remove it because I haven't rooted it or, better, I was thinking so.
I rooted my Xperia, but I'm still with my trojan.
What can I do?
Reflash a firmware (or ROM using recovery)
You can also remove the "virus" using TWRP recovery with file manager
Kizoky said:
Reflash a firmware (or ROM using recovery)
You can also remove the "virus" using TWRP recovery with file manager
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If I install TWRP Manager from Play Store, I must unlock the bootloader?
Alkar84 said:
If I install TWRP Manager from Play Store, I must unlock the bootloader?
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Xperia E1 isn't compatible with TWRP Manager I think
Yes, you need to unlock your bootloader, but It voids your warranty
Using flashtool you can reflash your firmware without any problem (and doesn't require unlocking your bootloader)
Kizoky said:
Xperia E1 isn't compatible with TWRP Manager I think
Yes, you need to unlock your bootloader, but It voids your warranty
Using flashtool you can reflash your firmware without any problem (and doesn't require unlocking your bootloader)
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Also rooting voids my warranty and I've already done it!!! In each case, it will terminate soon.
Can I reflash my firmware without data loss?
I was been making a backup of all my data.
Where can I find the 20.1.A.2.19 firmware for my smartphone?
Is there a guide about how to reflash it?
Can be this? https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1AAC4lt7nzORGdfZGZSTndzTHc/view?usp=sharing
I need to follow this instruction?:
a) download and install latest Flashtool
b) download the 20.1.A.2.19 for Sony XPERIA E1
c) paste the ftf file downloaded in step b) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool
d) open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok. Important - if you do not want to delete any data of your phone, just uncheck flashing userdata.sin file. All data will remain in your phone, but sometimes it can cause additional troubles. So it is better (and I recommend that) to do the backup of your personal data, than proceed with clean instalation and then restore your personal data.
e) turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
f) after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware
Can someone tell me if there is something wrong and if this firmware is what I need?
It depends.
D2005 = Single
D2105 = Dual
Like I've said you can flash a new firmware to get rid of that nasty virus, this is also (somewhat) better than using custom ROMs (yes, for a while I used my ROM Cheetah, but It seems official firmware is more stable)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Download the correct firmware, and flash it with Flashtool. You may need to install the drivers for MSM8210 Sony platform
The firmware I need isn't avaible in Xperifirm
Alkar84 said:
The firmware I need isn't avaible in Xperifirm
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Jelly Bean 4.3 is not available anymore
On my Xperia E1 (D2005) there is Android 4.4.2 (KitKat).