Hi guys,
First i would lie to apologize to start this thread, as many have threads with a similar question were been asked. As I still cant find the correct answer, hence I am starting this thread.
I am currently of JB Stock ROM 4.1.2(20A-ESA-XXX) and i have just rooted my device few mins back without any kind of hassles using the the method given in this link (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2180688).
I am willing to install a custom rom, but without unlocking the bootloader it wont be possible. Request you guys to direct/show me the correct way to unlock my phones bootloader.
Thanks & Regards,
Bhavik
bhavik_kk said:
Hi guys,
First i would lie to apologize to start this thread, as many have threads with a similar question were been asked. As I still cant find the correct answer, hence I am starting this thread.
I am currently of JB Stock ROM 4.1.2(20A-ESA-XXX) and i have just rooted my device few mins back without any kind of hassles using the the method given in this link (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2180688).
I am willing to install a custom rom, but without unlocking the bootloader it wont be possible. Request you guys to direct/show me the correct way to unlock my phones bootloader.
Thanks & Regards,
Bhavik
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2263627
This one should work otherwise use this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2224020
Have fun mate.
Hello guys. I'm new to the community, but I did my homework and I can honestly say I've spent a good +40 hours on this site in the past month, and it paid off since I'm now the proud owner of a rooted Xperia Z1 running 4.4.2 KitKat with XZdualrecovery which is something I tought I would never do out of fear of bricking my device and the lack of information and support for my rather "slightly rare" C6906 model with annoyances like a non-unlockable bootloader , where the C6903 and C6902 models get all the attention. Anyway guys, I rooted my phone, awesome...but for me, the next step is installing a custom rom, because I feel that the stock xperia Z1 firmware is not enough for my customizing needs, plus I also envy the stock like experience it provides, even more than my Z1. I read up on a few guides for installing cyanogenmod on the Z1, but they all seem to be only supported for the C6903 and C6902 models. Plus, it doesn't help to motivate myself knowing that my C6906 model still has a locked bootloader (apparently) and I've read unlocking the bootloader is a requirement for installing custom ROMs. So, my questions are:
Is XZDualRecovery enough to install custom ROMs? Specially the version with the locked bootloader? Could I run into any issues?
If the answer to the previous question is yes, Are there any good guides concerning the C6906 model on how to install custom roms? (Or more importantly, cyanogenmod? [preferably versions that have been tested on the C6906])
You cannot install anything like Cyanogenmod as it needs an unlocked bootloader
You can install any rom from the development section, just follow the locked bootloader instructions
Now that you have recovery, make a backup and follow the instructions in the thread.
Thanks!
gregbradley said:
You cannot install anything like Cyanogenmod as it needs an unlocked bootloader
You can install any rom from the development section, just follow the locked bootloader instructions
Now that you have recovery, make a backup and follow the instructions in the thread.
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Thank you! You saved me a lot of time so I can stop searching for a way to install CM. I will look into the development section them. Any recommendations on what's a good/stable/popular ROM I can install then?
sarxion said:
Thank you! You saved me a lot of time so I can stop searching for a way to install CM. I will look into the development section them. Any recommendations on what's a good/stable/popular ROM I can install then?
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No, and xda mods don't like that question being asked. Best ROM and asking for best ROM threads get closed quickly. Here is why..
If you ask someone which pizza they should buy then people give their own favourites as a recommendation. I like hot, spicy and meaty ones, but if recommend that to you may say "That's disgusting!" you may be one of those people who like anchovies and sweetcorn on their pizza. That may be perfect for you, but I will hate it
In short, you have to try them yourself and see which one suits you best. One bit of advice though, even if someone recommends a ROM to you, its no guarantee you will like it.
Part of the appeal of android is that we can customise so much, so try, test for a week (It takes that long to get an idea of performance and battery) then move on and try another.
Once you have done that, flash your favourite.
gregbradley said:
No, and xda mods don't like that question being asked. Best ROM and asking for best ROM threads get closed quickly. Here is why..
If you ask someone which pizza they should buy then people give their own favourites as a recommendation. I like hot, spicy and meaty ones, but if recommend that to you may say "That's disgusting!" you may be one of those people who like anchovies and sweetcorn on their pizza. That may be perfect for you, but I will hate it
In short, you have to try them yourself and see which one suits you best. One bit of advice though, even if someone recommends a ROM to you, its no guarantee you will like it.
Part of the appeal of android is that we can customise so much, so try, test for a week (It takes that long to get an idea of performance and battery) then move on and try another.
Once you have done that, flash your favourite.
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Oh ok...sorry, didn't know that...So, should I close this thread then? or is there a way to mark my questions as answered?
sarxion said:
Oh ok...sorry, didn't know that...So, should I close this thread then? or is there a way to mark my questions as answered?
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click on edit in your first post, then click on advanced
Change the title to say
[Solved] at the front of it
@Mods please sticky
Hi all, Welcome to the Z3 Compact Help Thread.
Introduction
Many thanks to @kgs1992 for the thread base.
Feel free to post any suggestions for optimising the thread here.
General Information for Newbie's
New to XDA? Read this thread for general information.
Also read this thread on how to search on XDA.
General Information for everyone
When posting a question, try to include all important device details (Android Version, Rom, Kernel, etc..).
It's also benefical to include Phone details in your signature, here is a how-to.
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Useful threads which cover the Xperia basics
General Information
General Knowledge about Xperia Phones (some how-to's about the basics)
This was intended for the Xperia Z but covers most things for all current Xperia Phones.
Flashtool for Xperia devices
Flashtool is a Multi-Tool by @Androxyde and @DooMLoRD which is primarily used for flashing Firmware to your device, but includes a whole bunch more neat things.
It doesn't support the Z3 Series yet, but will surely do in near future.
You can download it and get more information on the official website.
How to use Flashtool
You can find a full tutorial on how to use Flashtool here.
How to unlock the bootloader on the Z3c
Find the full guide here.
How to resurrect a soft-bricked phone
Follow the FlashTool tutorial to reset your device to stock.
Xperia Phones and custom recoveries
For those new to the Xperia line
Xperia Phones don't have a dedicated recovery partition, the recovery is stored in the ramdisk.
It's impossible to flash recovery images via fastboot on stock rom, the recovery needs an extra kernel including ramdisk modifications.
I have a question for anyone who has been familiar with the Xperia world for a while. With the released of the previous couple generations(Z1/Z1C/Z2), how long after the phone was released was a root method available?
mattdm said:
I have a question for anyone who has been familiar with the Xperia world for a while. With the released of the previous couple generations(Z1/Z1C/Z2), how long after the phone was released was a root method available?
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This greatly differs.
On the Xperia Z there quickly was an exploit,
on the latest (Z1, Z2) there was a long time (some months) no rooting method.
Sonys on 4.4 + are hard to root with a locked bootloader.
However this may or may not change. with upcoming Z3 series.
Tommy-Geenexus said:
This greatly differs.
On the Xperia Z there quickly was an exploit,
on the latest (Z1, Z2) there was a long time (some months) no rooting method.
Sonys on 4.4 + are hard to root with a locked bootloader.
However this may or may not change. with upcoming Z3 series.
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For real? I've always heard Sony phones (and Sony in general) are very open to rooting and the open source community. They're international phones after all, with unlockable bootloaders...
mattdm said:
For real? I've always heard Sony phones (and Sony in general) are very open to rooting and the open source community. They're international phones after all, with unlockable bootloaders...
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Sony is contributing to the open source community, and is actively helping devs, right.
If you'll unlock the bootloader, rooting will be no problem if there's an advanced kernel with recovery available.
Locked bootloader phones are a pain to root, but i'm sure some devs will gain root, even though it may take a while.
Tommy-Geenexus said:
Sony is contributing to the open source community, and is actively helping devs, right.
If you'll unlock the bootloader, rooting will be no problem if there's an advanced kernel with recovery available.
Locked bootloader phones are a pain to root, but i'm sure some devs will gain root, even though it may take a while.
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So if I'm willing to unlock my bootloader...then root will be attainable almost immediately?
mattdm said:
So if I'm willing to unlock my bootloader...then root will be attainable almost immediately?
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Pretty much yup and you'll also be able to use other kernels.
I know it might be a bit too early, but with respect to rooting, recoveries and custom ROMs, are there any difference between the two hardware versions for the Z3C?
Is it safe to assume that custom ROMs for the D5803 can be used on the D5833 and vice versa? I would assume the bootloaders and recovery would be the same, it's only the Radios being different?
endlesstrail said:
I know it might be a bit too early, but with respect to rooting, recoveries and custom ROMs, are there any difference between the two hardware versions for the Z3C?
Is it safe to assume that custom ROMs for the D5803 can be used on the D5833 and vice versa? I would assume the bootloaders and recovery would be the same, it's only the Radios being different?
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Same question
Sent from my GT-I9100 - CM11
endlesstrail said:
I know it might be a bit too early, but with respect to rooting, recoveries and custom ROMs, are there any difference between the two hardware versions for the Z3C?
Is it safe to assume that custom ROMs for the D5803 can be used on the D5833 and vice versa? I would assume the bootloaders and recovery would be the same, it's only the Radios being different?
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Dr AM said:
Same question
Sent from my GT-I9100 - CM11
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It will most likely work, it did work on the Xperia Z C6602/6603 too.
I've added a link to unlock the bootloader for those who are interested in unlocking.
I assume, from reading threads on the Z1/Z2 models, that we will have to wait for a way to root without unlocking the bootloader before we are able to back up the TA partition, right? I would like not to lose the extra functionality, particularly for the camera, that the TA partition reportedly provides.
Is the move apps to SD option under the storage settings? I know they added it to the Z2.
Thanks in advance
maven1975 said:
Is the move apps to SD option under the storage settings? I know they added it to the Z2.
Thanks in advance
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Are you really sure about that? Can't check it for the Z2 is with my son now, but I have not seen it and honestly doubt it is there. Anyhow, the Z3C does (currently) not have App2SD.
Just unlocked the bootloader on my Z3 Compact yesterday. As near as I can tell, everything of importance continues to work: X-Reality still works, TouchID works (and even got an update), and the BIONZ engine appears to be working, as I managed to take an photography at ISO 12800 sensitivity.
I'm not exactly sure what is supposed to break upon unlocking the bootloader, but I'm certainly not suffering any consequences of it.
marumari said:
Just unlocked the bootloader on my Z3 Compact yesterday. As near as I can tell, everything of importance continues to work: X-Reality still works, TouchID works (and even got an update), and the BIONZ engine appears to be working, as I managed to take an photography at ISO 12800 sensitivity.
I'm not exactly sure what is supposed to break upon unlocking the bootloader, but I'm certainly not suffering any consequences of it.
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X-Reality was broken on pre-4.4 firmwares, but not any more on 4.4+.
Tommy-Geenexus said:
X-Reality was broken on pre-4.4 firmwares, but not any more on 4.4+.
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What is affected in 4.4+ by losing the TA partition?
Roundabouts said:
What is affected in 4.4+ by losing the TA partition?
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Can't say as my Z3c hasn't arrived yet.
Most likely nothing, maybe bionz image processing, but that's highly unlikely.
Hi guys!
I have the x3 compact since 3. October and i'm thinking about rooting it.. I have experience with the arc s and i dont want to unlock the bootloader because the z3 compact will get lots of updates for sure and then i can flash almost every rom with locked bootloader..
Is there any method now to root it or no way at the moment?
Thank ya anyways,
Yours slimy!
slimy44 said:
Hi guys!
I have the x3 compact since 3. October and i'm thinking about rooting it.. I have experience with the arc s and i dont want to unlock the bootloader because the z3 compact will get lots of updates for sure and then i can flash almost every rom with locked bootloader..
Is there any method now to root it or no way at the moment?
Thank ya anyways,
Yours slimy!
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Wrong forum and answered like 50 times. I could answer it I suppose, but do a search.
Come on.. I thought an exploit had been found. See former post and use a "?"
Please post questions in the Q&A section
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