Hi,
Im trying to root my xperia z1 with 4.3
im using vroot and the guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328
For some reason it asks me to let it do a full restore, i have backed up so i did wat i think it meant (dont speak chinese)
then after that instead of a tick it shows a cross and it obviously hasnt rooted the device?
What am i doing wrong?!
Thanks
marcelrees said:
Hi,
Im trying to root my xperia z1 with 4.3
im using vroot and the guide here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328
For some reason it asks me to let it do a full restore, i have backed up so i did wat i think it meant (dont speak chinese)
then after that instead of a tick it shows a cross and it obviously hasnt rooted the device?
What am i doing wrong?!
Thanks
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You didn't do anything wrong, but currently Android 4.3 cant be rooted. if you want root, you have to flash 257 then 534 then root and OTA update to 257. and if you get OTA to the 290 android 4.3 you might keep root.
Do you know when root will be available for 4.3?
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You can root, but you need to flash custom boot.img first. Just follow steps on http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2573921
marcelrees said:
Do you know when root will be available for 4.3?
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One of the 1st rules in XDA: Don't ask for ETAs
You must follow the threads and see, if one dev find a solution to root locked bootloader for 4.3. But take a look in the Xperia Z1 Android Development section. Or this thread, there a lot of hints and howtos for root.
Sorry I'm new! thanks for the tip!!
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So I found this post: http://www.xperiablog.net/2013/04/01/debrand-your-xperia-z-tutorial/ look very nice and I would like to try it out. Then I found this ROM for my own country: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2200945
Then I read the thread and saw people saying it would be easy to root it also without having a custom ROM. So i went to the recommenden post for it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Now I have one question: Does this unlock your bootloader? I want to be sure it doesnt! And when I update my phone again after I rooted it do I need to root again? (with rooting there doesn't come another rom over it in this case, right?)
Thank you for your time!
BTW I have an Sony Xperia Z C6603 branded by T-Mobile
Flashing stock firmwares or custom rom doesn't change bootloader status.
After updating you have to root again.
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gm007 said:
Flashing stock firmwares or custom rom doesn't change bootloader status.
After updating you have to root again.
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Ok, thx. So when I use the root guide I actually flash my rom again? Or how does it work?
Sorry but i didn't understand what you mean?
Rooting guide is to root your phone so you can access system files,it's not like changing roms or flashing.
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gm007 said:
Sorry but i didn't understand what you mean?
Rooting guide is to root your phone so you can access system files,it's not like changing roms or flashing.
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Ah like that. Just like changing permissions of the user or something. Like in Ubuntu the Super user. Thank you for your time!
Can the apps from Z2 be put onto non rooted Z1 at all?
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Just a few ones, like the live wallpaper MAY work. You need root to enjoy Z2 apps and many other goodies like the Xposed Framework.
Any more word on these apps working without root?
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kingchristy123 said:
Any more word on these apps working without root?
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As the most of them are form system it will be impossible without Root. Just Root your phone and you will discover a new world.
eclyptos said:
As the most of them are form system it will be impossible without Root. Just Root your phone and you will discover a new world.
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yeah rooting it tonight need to look through it in on 4.4 atm if i download .534 and flash straight from kit kat would i lose imei and if so how could i prevent it
kingchristy123 said:
yeah rooting it tonight need to look through it in on 4.4 atm if i download .534 and flash straight from kit kat would i lose imei and if so how could i prevent it
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Just use the FTF provided by NUT in Post #3 here. Then use Bin4ry Method to root, Install SuperSU, XZDualRecovery and update to 4.4 again form http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687443.
eclyptos said:
Just use the FTF provided by NUT in Post #3 here. Then use Bin4ry Method to root, Install SuperSU, XZDualRecovery and update to 4.4 again form http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2687443.
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If my bootloader is lock do I still need dual recovery? Sorry im a bit of a newbie lol
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kingchristy123 said:
If my bootloader is lock do I still need dual recovery? Sorry im a bit of a newbie lol
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Yes, dualrecovery you have to have to install 4.4 from .zip file then stripped from Flashtool. It's an easy installation and you will forget even to have it but is really important because you will do a full backup of your System and if something go wrong you can restore it.
Kindly tell me procedure to root z1. 757 ftf...step by step
The same as the previous way.
Downgrade to .534, install dual recovery, flash SuperSU.zip, then flash a pre rooted .757 Rom.
I just updated from rooted 681 to 757 and stayed rooted
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pre rooted ftf????
How to make. 757 ftf...my sony pc companion not showing files...is there any way to make ftf from android itself...i want ftf to upgrade from downgrade so help
pathanraj said:
How to make. 757 ftf...my sony pc companion not showing files...is there any way to make ftf from android itself...i want ftf to upgrade from downgrade so help
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Are you sure. You seem a bit new to this, so I suggest using the files that are already uploaded in the development section rather than making one yourself
@[NUT] does have guide to (D)o (I)t (Y)ourself (Google NUTs DIY guide) but for new users I suggest just following the instructions in the OP until you have read some more
Hey pathanraj,
I rooted my Xperia Z1 today from 4.2.2 .257 to .757 .
Thanks to [NUT] that made it possible and easy, i suggest:
-Using his latest xzdr dual recovery found here
-Upgrading from .257 to android 4.3 .290 using his tutorial here
-Upgrading from .290 to android 4.4 .681 using his tutorial here
-And last, Upgrade from .681 to .757 using his tutorial here
So here is the procedure: Have root first of all, install recovery and then upgrade from .257 --> .290 --> .681 --> .757
You can do all this using the tuts from [NUT] , that i posted above.
Be sure to have a FULL root installed into system on your 4.2.2 JB .257
If you don't understand something, just ask for more info, It would be a pleasure to help a fellow member of xda-developers.com .
That is so much overkill
Flash 534 FW, install dual recovery, flash the latest prerooted rom. Done
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gregbradley said:
That is so much overkill
Flash 534 FW, install dual recovery, flash the latest prerooted rom. Done
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Soooo true! as alway keep faith in gregbradley!
Just flash the .534fw , install XZDualRecovery, flash the .757fw by [NUT]
No need to flash every fw version between the 534 and the 757!
Jay794 said:
I just updated from rooted 681 to 757 and stayed rooted
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How did you update? I´m on rooted 681 now and want to update to 757.
You follow the instructions that are posted in the update to 757 thread in the development section.
gregbradley said:
You follow the instructions that are posted in the update to 757 thread in the development section.
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But my apps, settings etc are away after flash, right? I prefer an update to save my phones settings and installed apps.
Mosquito79 said:
But my apps, settings etc are away after flash, right? I prefer an update to save my phones settings and installed apps.
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make a backup then... and restore it afterwards
But if you actually read the instructions and the thread (Instead of asking questions) you will see that you will keep all you apps and settings if you follow the instructions
gregbradley said:
make a backup then... and restore it afterwards
But if you actually read the instructions and the thread (Instead of asking questions) you will see that you will keep all you apps and settings if you follow the instructions
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After I was refused a fix or replacement for this broken phone (mainly the touchscreen issue), I think it is time to root. Thank you, gregbradley, for providing useful information. These forums are helpful, unlike Sony themselves, retailers, or organizations for customer protection. Thank god at least somebody cares.
gregbradley said:
make a backup then... and restore it afterwards
But if you actually read the instructions and the thread (Instead of asking questions) you will see that you will keep all you apps and settings if you follow the instructions
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I agree with you. Sorry, I just came from Samsung Galaxy S2. It´s a little easier to root&update
Mosquito79 said:
How did you update? I´m on rooted 681 now and want to update to 757.
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Look at post 1, easy!
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Hi guys,
I have a xperia z1 running 4.4.2 14.3.A.757 and i was wondering if i could use Vroot running 4.4.2 to root my z1 or do i have to downgrade to 4.2.2 the open Vroot and start the root process.
also i was wondering if i could open root with many android and root with 4.4.2 rather than 4.2.2.
Have been trying to follow Shem's video on youtube, the root with may android binary method when i open the runme.bat file it says out of date?
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
-downgrading
-loosing all user data.
Im a noob to all the root stuff haha!
thanks brandon
babzzz25 said:
Hi guys,
I have a xperia z1 running 4.4.2 14.3.A.757 and i was wondering if i could use Vroot running 4.4.2 to root my z1 or do i have to downgrade to 4.2.2 the open Vroot and start the root process.
also i was wondering if i could open root with many android and root with 4.4.2 rather than 4.2.2.
Have been trying to follow Shem's video on youtube, the root with may android binary method when i open the runme.bat file it says out of date?
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
-downgrading
-loosing all user data.
Im a noob to all the root stuff haha!
thanks brandon
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I don't think so.. And was it not vroot that sends information about your phone to China?
But you need to downgrade and then upgrade
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DO NOT USE VROOT!!
Just follow the link in my signature to get rooted
babzzz25 said:
Or is there a way when i can root using 4.4.2 without
-unlocking the bootloader
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Yes
-downgrading
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No
-loosing all user data.
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yes
PS, Don't worry about posting your QUESTION in the wrong section. I provided an ANSWER anyway, and asked the mods to move it to the QUESTION and ANSWER section on your behalf.
To be honest I haven't a clue! Haha, I followed shems video on YouTube to root with binary method and when it got to flashable zip on the sd card twrp didn't seem to recognise the zip so I have to start the phone up with no os.. Flashed stock rom with flashtool. Tried to root the other day with the root many android and opened the install.bat file and it said it can't run supersu because my phone was out of date?
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There is absolutely no need to root the phone using bin4ry, root many android, kingo or any other method. Shems videos are overkill (IMHO) and have unnecessary steps
Just follow the link in my signature. 3 steps and you end up with a rooted KK Z1
Sweet thanks alot man!
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babzzz25 said:
Sweet thanks alot man!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2440619
gregbradley said:
There is absolutely no need to root the phone using bin4ry, root many android, kingo or any other method. Shems videos are overkill (IMHO) and have unnecessary steps
Just follow the link in my signature. 3 steps and you end up with a rooted KK Z1
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To be honest I don't have a clue how to root using your signature, I'm new to this stuff -_-
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babzzz25 said:
To be honest I don't have a clue how to root using your signature, I'm new to this stuff -_-
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You follow the link and follow the instructions.
Its all explained
But you will have to log on using a pc to see my signature, so I will help you there...
The link in my signature takes you here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52407809&postcount=2
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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babzzz25 said:
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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no
flash 4.2 ftf
then connect to pc and run dual recovery
download zip for 4.4.2
flash from recovery - power off from main menu
flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel from many links here (or the rom you choose to run)
profit
no unlock bootloader etc, no fuss no muss
just pure win
babzzz25 said:
Do I need an unlocked bootloader?
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What does it say in my post I linked to....
it says
No need to unlock bootloader
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So no, it does not need an unlocked bootloader.
No need to be like that
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y2grae said:
no
flash 4.2 ftf
then connect to pc and run dual recovery
download zip for 4.4.2
flash from recovery - power off from main menu
flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel from many links here (or the rom you choose to run)
profit
no unlock bootloader etc, no fuss no muss
just pure win
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I get the bit until flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel, when does it get rooted?
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babzzz25 said:
I get the bit until flash 4.4.2 ftf kernel, when does it get rooted?
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when you install dual recovery
its all explained in the relevant threads..
babzzz25 said:
No need to be like that
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Have to be...
Hey guys and girls i've had my Xperia Z C6603 since it came out and I had rooted it since it was realeased to be able to but the other day I went to flash a custom ROM and bricked it. I then used the Sony tool to put the latest OFW on and reset it and then tried many different rooting methods with no luck.
I have the
C6603 on 4.4.2 and the.bootloader is not allowed to be unlocked.
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM and root it? And if so which method will work?
Its on 10.5.A.0.230 build :/
Thanks people.
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ImTheHatGuy said:
Hey guys and girls i've had my Xperia Z C6603 since it came out and I had rooted it since it was realeased to be able to but the other day I went to flash a custom ROM and bricked it. I then used the Sony tool to put the latest OFW on and reset it and then tried many different rooting methods with no luck.
I have the
C6603 on 4.4.2 and the.bootloader is not allowed to be unlocked.
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM and root it? And if so which method will work?
Its on 10.5.A.0.230 build :/
Thanks people.
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Try this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-5-xperia-z-t2167381
That guide says that I need the bootloader unlocked
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androidtweaker1 said:
Try this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-5-xperia-z-t2167381
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If you're going to keep posting that, you should also advise people that it requires unlocking the bootloader and therefore invalidates warranty.
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That guide says that I need the bootloader unlocked
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Indeed it does require an unlocked bootloader.
In your situation, the only way to gain root is to downgrade to a 4.2.2 firmware, root and flash a prerooted KitKat rom or a custom rom of your preference.
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kingvortex said:
If you're going to keep posting that, you should also advise people that it requires unlocking the bootloader and therefore invalidates warranty.
Indeed it does require an unlocked bootloader.
In your situation, the only way to gain root is to downgrade to a 4.2.2 firmware, root and flash a prerooted KitKat rom or a custom rom of your preference.
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As the post is not in noob section its assumed that the poster is aware that it will invalidate the warranty.
please stop replying on my quotes
androidtweaker1 said:
As the post is not in noob section its assumed that the poster is aware that it will invalidate the warranty.
please stop replying on my quotes
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It's the Q&A section. If people knew everything, they wouldn't be asking for assistance here.
Please stop posting incorrect or incomplete information and replying without reading the question properly and I won't need to keep correcting you.
I'm sorry that you appear to be upset, but if you're going to reply to almost every thread here, then you should at least try to provide correct information.
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As far as I was aware I couldnt unlock my bootloader if it states it wasnt allowed, and do I just need to use the Flashtool program to install a previous firmware? Im not up to date on rooting as left my mobile the same since I girst
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ImTheHatGuy said:
As far as I was aware I couldnt unlock my bootloader if it states it wasnt allowed, and do I just need to use the Flashtool program to install a previous firmware? Im not up to date on rooting as left my mobile the same since I girst
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You're correct. There's no way to unlock your bootloader.
Yes, you will need to download a 4.2.2 firmware and flash it using Flashtool. This will probably require that you wipe your data, unfortunately.
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Thats perfrctly fine, I had backed up all my data with Helium Premium to Dropbox before I bricked it but now need root to get it all back lol
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1. Download a 4.2.2 FTF - Download.
2. Flash it with Flashtool.
3. Install XZDualRecovery using the unrooted method.
4. Install a prerooted KitKat rom, such as this or a custom rom of your choice.
If you need any help with Flashtool, then just ask.
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Thanks very much, I will give this a try when I get home
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You're welcome.
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When updating to a new ROM eg, one at 4.4.x do I really need to upgrade up each build version? I looked at the requirements and one requires the next down, and then again and I think I would need to do it like 4 times.
You shouldn't need to, as most custom roms provide everything you need. The zip sometimes contains everything or sometimes you have to use Flashtool to flash a supplied FTF for the kernel and baseband.
If you're unsure, you could ask in the specific thread for the rom.
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