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Hello there, I'm still new to this forum but I did read quite alot before I created an account.
So I want to root my phone and flash a (probably still GB) rom on it, but I have some questions first. I did read the guide for rooting.
- First, if I root does the warranty expire? I know there's an unrooting method, but just to be sure.
- I have a subscription by a provider, so my phone is not unlocked. I'm still able to root?
- My kernel version is XXLA6. In the topic for rooting it says this a non rootable kernel, I don't understand. Can I root my phone?
- If so, what method should I use? There are a couple of methods in the rooting topic, but I'm not quite sure which one I need.
- Should I perform a backup? And if so, what is the best way.
Looking forward to read the answers to these questions so that I can (hopefully) begin!
innercircle said:
Hello there, I'm still new to this forum but I did read quite alot before I created an account.
So I want to root my phone and flash a (probably still GB) rom on it, but I have some questions first. I did read the guide for rooting.
- First, if I root does the warranty expire? I know there's an unrooting method, but just to be sure.
- I have a subscription by a provider, so my phone is not unlocked. I'm still able to root?
- My kernel version is XXLA6. In the topic for rooting it says this a non rootable kernel, I don't understand. Can I root my phone?
- If so, what method should I use? There are a couple of methods in the rooting topic, but I'm not quite sure which one I need.
- Should I perform a backup? And if so, what is the best way.
Looking forward to read the answers to these questions so that I can (hopefully) begin!
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1. yes, your warrenty wil be void. but if you use the "zergRush Exploit" samsung repair will never see you were once rooted, if you unroot it before sending it in.
2. yes
3. Use ODIN to flash a rootable ROM through the "zergRush Exploit". (so you need to download a ROm and ODIN first)
4. download KJ4+ODIN --> use zergRush Exploit (explained in the thread)
5. best method is a "nandroid backup", but you can only do this when you're already rooted (hehe). This is especially handy when you're going to flash ROM's kernels or whatever. (It's like an image of the exact state your phone is in).
jodeltje said:
1. yes, your warrenty wil be void. but if you use the "zergRush Exploit" samsung repair will never see you were once rooted, if you unroot it before sending it in.
2. yes
3. Use ODIN to flash a rootable ROM through the "zergRush Exploit". (so you need to download a ROm and ODIN first)
4. download KJ4+ODIN --> use zergRush Exploit (explained in the thread)
5. best method is a "nandroid backup", but you can only do this when you're already rooted (hehe). This is especially handy when you're going to flash ROM's kernels or whatever. (It's like an image of the exact state your phone is in).
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Thanks for the answers!!
At answer 4: what's KJ4? I understand I should use the zegrRush Exploit method, so I guess I could just follow each step on this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXfDFzQNWxE&feature=youtu.be?
edit: and if so, I should enable the usb debugging mode I guess?
Another question: will I be able to normally update to ICS with my rooted (and with custom rom) phone when it comes out?
Thanks!!
U need to downgrade first to get device rooted.
Kj4 is rootable rom, so first download this(or any older rom)
Find rooting guide from last link on my signature to get step by step assistance
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda premium
innercircle said:
Thanks for the answers!!
At answer 4: what's KJ4? I understand I should use the zegrRush Exploit method, so I guess I could just follow each step on this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXfDFzQNWxE&feature=youtu.be?
edit: and if so, I should enable the usb debugging mode I guess?
Another question: will I be able to normally update to ICS with my rooted (and with custom rom) phone when it comes out?
Thanks!!
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don't know about this guide... but if you download this official dutch ROM: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/136171858/ca6b62f/N7000XXKKA_N7000XENKK1_XEN.zip.html
And install it through ODIN (select as PDA, and don't check any other box)+put phone in download mode by holding power+home+volumedownbutton): http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=815370&stc=1&d=1323799721 (Password : samfirmware.com)
You'll have a rootable stock dutch ROM -----> root it using the "zegrRush Exploit method" (so you won't lose your warranty).
When you've managed that, check back here!
dr.ketan said:
U need to downgrade first to get device rooted.
Kj4 is rootable rom, so first download this(or any older rom)
Find rooting guide from last link on my signature to get step by step assistance
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda premium
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So basically after doing that I could follow the video (your video I guess) in my previous post to root?
innercircle said:
I should enable the usb debugging mode I guess?!
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that's always a good idea before messing with your phone
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innercircle said:
So basically after doing that I could follow the video (your video I guess) in my previous post to root?
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yes! :
jodeltje said:
don't know about this guide... but if you download this official dutch ROM: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/136171858/ca6b62f/N7000XXKKA_N7000XENKK1_XEN.zip.html
And install it through ODIN (select as PDA, and don't check any other box)+put phone in download mode by holding power+home+volumedownbutton): http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=815370&stc=1&d=1323799721 (Password : samfirmware.com)
You'll have a rootable stock dutch ROM -----> root it using the "zegrRush Exploit method" (so you won't lose your warranty).
When you've managed that, check back here!
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this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXfDFzQNWxE&feature=youtu.be?
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profit!
Alright thanks, will try that first!!
I downloaded everything and ready to begin, but I read somewhere that I need Kies for detecting the drivers or something. Is this necessary? Kies doesn't work on my pc, but my pc does recognize my phone without any problems.
If Kies is necessary I'll have to do this at my parents house lol.
innercircle said:
I downloaded everything and ready to begin, but I read somewhere that I need Kies for detecting the drivers or something. Is this necessary? Kies doesn't work on my pc, but my pc does recognize my phone without any problems.
If Kies is necessary I'll have to do this at my parents house lol.
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Anyone please?
Find link for driver on my signature
That will work, if u dont have kies
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Alright will try thanks!
Hope it goes well !
Rooting went superb!! Also did a titanium backup + nandorid backup to my sd card. So good to go for flashing custom roms! I'm so thankful!! You guys are great.
I do have another question: let's say I want to flash a custom rom on my note, but with a different kernel (franco's for example), how does that work?
Flash the ROM first (because these include kernels). And just flash the kernel on top of that, just make sure you clear the caches before flashing (regular cache and dalvik, dalvik cache is under the 'advanced' tab).
Few days ago i upgraded my firmware to 20a via wifi and then boom, now i only can root it but i can´t install any other custom firmware,cant install cwm or twrp recovery cant unlock bootloader,the wifi detects networks and just doesnt log in,no playstore.
I tried to downgrade firmware v10x via various softwares provided here and no results always the same.last time i tried to install custom recovery it gave me a an error saying lgp error permission denied in red and lost the original recovery,now im stuck with v20b which i installed today and of course same wifi problem no playstore,only a rooted phone which i can´t do anything with it,please give me a miracle cus i dont know what to do tried everything,the only thing i have now its a big headache...thanks in advance:crying:
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Few days ago i upgraded my firmware to 20a via wifi and then boom, now i only can root it but i can´t install any other custom firmware,cant install cwm or twrp recovery cant unlock bootloader,the wifi detects networks and just doesnt log in,no playstore.
I tried to downgrade firmware v10x via various softwares provided here and no results always the same.last time i tried to install custom recovery it gave me a an error saying lgp error permission denied in red and lost the original recovery,now im stuck with v20b which i installed today and of course same wifi problem no playstore,only a rooted phone which i can´t do anything with it,please give me a miracle cus i dont know what to do tried everything,the only thing i have now its a big headache...thanks in advance:crying:
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before u upgrade to 20a u had adb drivers installed ? i dont know if u needed them with the older firmware because when i bought it it was already on 20a. My only issue and i couldnt unlock the bootloader was the drivers. after that just one click in the all in one tool , did the work.
YESSSSSSS
kessaras said:
before u upgrade to 20a u had adb drivers installed ? i dont know if u needed them with the older firmware because when i bought it it was already on 20a. My only issue and i couldnt unlock the bootloader was the drivers. after that just one click in the all in one tool , did the work.
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everithing,i think the problem is my phone cus its a development phone ive been in other threads about development lg 4x but no success,some dont work others links are down
i dont think you can install things on the development phone, there was another person complaining about the same thing
sxtreme said:
everithing,i think the problem is my phone cus its a development phone ive been in other threads about development lg 4x but no success,some dont work others links are down
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maybe this helps. i dont know... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1861942
problem
based in others experience it works but the links.doesnt work i asked to reupload the files but i had no response.im realy doomed
sxtreme said:
based in others experience it works but the links.doesnt work i asked to reupload the files but i had no response.im realy doomed
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well u r not doomed inside a developer forum. i believe as soon as someone see it , will help u.
for now try do what you can do since u have bugs , to help yourself have less bugs. root is fine. if google playstore doesnt work, then download latest gapps and extract them. manually install them in the system->app. go manually delete all dalvic-cache and cache of all apps. reboot and fixed. if u have other bug tell me maybe i have an idea to help to that too until u find a solution to the bootloader problem.
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also there are replacement apps for the original 20b. maybe u cant unlock the easy way , maybe u cant install other rom, but definately u can modify the original rom the way u like it, manually. u can use alternative launcher, alternative task manager, alternative everything. modify the status bar. u can do magic if u have time to spend !!!
humm
kessaras said:
well u r not doomed inside a developer forum. i believe as soon as someone see it , will help u.
for now try do what you can do since u have bugs , to help yourself have less bugs. root is fine. if google playstore doesnt work, then download latest gapps and extract them. manually install them in the system->app. go manually delete all dalvic-cache and cache of all apps. reboot and fixed. if u have other bug tell me maybe i have an idea to help to that too until u find a solution to the bootloader problem.
yeah i know but how i install gapps in adb since i only have instal update thru adb and i dont have the dalvik cache option,and yesterday my recovery became unrecoverable,it appears the LG logo and some red words saying "critical boot failure unrecoverable bootloader error" and know i cant eve go to the sw update option since it only appears that error...it sucks man,samsung never gave that much of problems i had a s3 mini and it was ultra custumized......but got mugged...and lucky me i found this phone in a fair with used produtcs...buyed,and later i saw it was a development phone and not a retail and never saw the man who sold me,it must be some kind of punishment hehe..
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yeah i know but how i install gapps in adb since i only have instal update thru adb and i dont have the dalvik cache option,and yesterday my recovery became unrecoverable,it appears the LG logo and some red words saying "critical boot failure unrecoverable bootloader error" and know i cant eve go to the sw update option since it only appears that error...it sucks man,samsung never gave that much of problems i had a s3 mini and it was ultra custumized......but got mugged...and lucky me i found this phone in a fair with used produtcs...buyed,and later i saw it was a development phone and not a retail and never saw the man who sold me,it must be some kind of punishment hehe..
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you didnt get what i said. u will do it manually. to have a button and do it all isnt manually -.-
i say again. fix your bugs manually ! u r rooted right ? u said that. then use a root explorer ! download latest gapps released at 21/08, open your root explorer, extract them. go to extracted ~system/app , copy / paste in your system / app the apks , navigate to data/dalvik-ache or cache/dalvik-cache delete all of those files. then go to cache or to your task manager and delete all app cache. reboot. thats it. this was fixed. the same way u can download mods or alternative apps, install them manually, delete the originals if u dont want them ( first disable them and test if the alternatives work ) , reboot. its easy. the system apps that need root access always go to system/app and the odex is created automatically after reboot.
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about the red letters, the developer version cant even use the lg support center to fix itself ?
humm
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[/COLOR]about the red letters, the developer version cant even use the lg support center to fix itself ? [/QUOTE]
nope the software doesnt detect it
IMPORTANT:
This method is now obsolete and not needed, we are able to root directly onto 4.3 now thanks to geohot, please see towelroot thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
OLD METHOD:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Step 1, Getting flashtool installed:
You need to download flashtool and install the latest drivers, this can all be found here and here
Step 2, Getting your device running Android 4.1.2 which is rootable!:
You need to download a 4.1.2 FTF file, I recommend using this one if you are an Xperia T user,
Use this one if you are an Xperia V user.
Use this one if you are an Xperia TX user
although any will do as long as has a build number earlier than 9.1.A.1.141
Next what you need to do is open up flashtool which you installed in Step 1. Next click on the lightning bolt button which is the flash button, flashmode should be selected by default, click OK!
Now you are in the firmware selection area, navigate to where you downloaded the FTF file using the browse button in the top right.
Select the correct firmware, then click OK!
It'll process a bit, then will tell you to connect your device, firstly put your cable into the computer/laptop first, then hold down the volume down button on your device and connect the micro USB part to the device.
If all goes well it will start flashing, finish and tell you to restart the phone, the process could easily take 15 minutes, so be patient.
Step 3, Lets root the device:
Try rooting with the root option within FlashTool
Should that not work try this:
You want to download bin4rys rooting toolkit, which is found here and here
This part you will be walked through in the command prompt of the toolkit, it will tell you what to do and when, it is very simple!
Step 4, Now we're rooted, we want a recovery:
Now we need to get CWM recovery for locked bootloaders installed!
Download CWM installer here
Next extract the folder to somewhere on your computer, connect your phone to the computer, remember to allow unknown sources to be installed and to allow usb debugging, these can be found in 'security' and 'developer options' respectively.
Once done, double click on 'install.bat' and let the installer do it's magic.
If you have issues with this step, take a look at the 'Unable to enter recovery' section in the CWM for locked bootloaders thread here
Step 5, Download a rooted 4.3 update:
If you are an Xperia T user download from here
If you are an Xperia V user download from here
If you are an Xperia TX user download from here
Now transfer the package to the SD card on your device.
Next you want to power off your device, once that is done power back on, when you hit the first vibrate you should see a blue led, start repeatedly pressing the volume up button, the led should turn green and you will enter into CWM recovery.
RECOMMENDED: Now you are in recovery you should do a complete wipe data/factory reset, now this can be skipped but if it leads to errors and problems then you may need to go back to step 1, you have been warned!
Head to install zip from SD card and locate to where you downloaded the file, then flash the file!
Step 6, Enjoy:
You should now be all up to date with Android 4.3 and have root access, feel free to comment and ask questions in the thread if you are having problems or things didn't work as they should.
You also now should have PhilZ Touch Recovery installed which will allow you to install mods, make backups etc. To enter it is the exact same procedure as for CWM earlier on!
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I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked
matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Hello, can i root without cmw?
I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked
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Hi, works on Xperia TX?
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matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
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Hi, can i root whitout cmw?
augustox said:
Hi, works on Xperia TX?
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Hi, can i root whitout cmw?
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It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3
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It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3
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Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?
augustox said:
Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?
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No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
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No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
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The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?
augustox said:
The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?
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Yes, that should work fine
I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?
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No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
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You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app
Skyguar said:
I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?
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Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
thurin said:
You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app
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Fair enough, if it works for some people they can go this method. OTA updates with root isn't fool proof though so some users may find they loose it.
This is also more for people who have already OTA updated and don't have root
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Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
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Skyguar said:
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
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glad you got it sorted mate!
hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa
Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?
squillaciukm said:
hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa
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If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
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Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?
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I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder
hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.
is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help
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If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder
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I can't find it
isko95 said:
is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help
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try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
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hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.
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I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
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I can't find it
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make a backup of it before you update?
matt4321 said:
try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
make a backup of it before you update?
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Working rooting with flashtool instead of step 3, now i have 4.3 rooted
Hi my name is John.
I had a account here before but it seems my account has been deleted.
when i had that account i had allot of info on how to install mods and such.
Now i have a new mobile Xperia V
I am wondering if some know where i can get a tutorial on how to flash my mobile and get mods in it.
I do not want to make my own mod just so u know so im wondering if there is a tutorial on it and if some knows a nice transparent look or something.
I really would like to get the bottom bar with transparent look and with pulsating lights on the icons like the back home and shortcut icons.
I hope some can tip me on some tutorials atleast but it would be even greater if some can say good UI styles to. I would be so thankful if some can help me. i really don't like the neutral look and lac of options in the stock versions..
- Root your phone
- Install Clockworkmod Recovery
- Install Xposed Installer
- Install Gravitybox and get more UI options you ever thought about
That will also help you to learn more about your device first. Afterwards you can still take your time and look around for some other mods that can be flashed or otherwise installed permanent.
Thanks.
peter-k said:
- Root your phone
- Install Clockworkmod Recovery
- Install Xposed Installer
- Install Gravitybox and get more UI options you ever thought about
That will also help you to learn more about your device first. Afterwards you can still take your time and look around for some other mods that can be flashed or otherwise installed permanent.
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Thanks for the info.. well then i have to search the forum then on how to do it anyways.
i have rooted my older mobile before i even unlocked to alla sim card operators.
I dont remeber at all thou how i did it. Only thing i know is that it took a long time to find all the info on how to do it..
Which ROM are you running?
Unresolved
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Which ROM are you running?
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I am not using any rom right now.
I have rooted my mobile and now im searching on info on how to install clockworkmod
thou i cant find out how.
I've searched the forum now on how to install clockworkmod and ive found 0 results on how to do it !
I've tested to trigger volume button to get in so i can install a rom but i cant get there it just shows a purple light for 3 sec and then continues to boot up !
So there's none here can help me ?
connect your phone to PC
enable USB debugging on the phone
unzipp the file attached
click on install.bat and follow the simple instructions
Well you must be using a ROM otherwise you could not root your phone. It is the stock ROM I assume. I hope 4.1.2.
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connect your phone to PC
enable USB debugging on the phone
unzipp the file attached
click on install.bat and follow the simple instructions
Well you must be using a ROM otherwise you could not root your phone. It is the stock ROM I assume. I hope 4.1.2.
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Well i have already come so far but now i cant seem to understand on how to get TWRP or CWM to use for installing roms..
I used a FTF firmware to get my mobile rooted..
That file u attached isent it for xperia t ???
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Well i have already come so far but now i cant seem to understand on how to get TWRP or CWM to use for installing roms..
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You need a ROM that can be flashed via Recovery in the first place. All ROM developers will tell you in their opening thread about the requirements. Some require flashtool, mostly those that work with unlocked bootloaders. Some require a Recovery, usually those that work with locked bootloaders (these work with unlocked BL, too).
I used a FTF firmware to get my mobile rooted..
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Don't know what you are talking about. I am not an expert, so I can not do absolutely anything.
That file u attached isent it for xperia t ???
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If followed the instructions you'd know what this is for.
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You need a ROM that can be flashed via Recovery in the first place. All ROM developers will tell you in their opening thread about the requirements. Some require flashtool, mostly those that work with unlocked bootloaders. Some require a Recovery, usually those that work with locked bootloaders (these work with unlocked BL, too).
Don't know what you are talking about. I am not an expert, so I can not do absolutely anything.
If followed the instructions you'd know what this is for.
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The file u attached is called CWM4XperiaT not CWM4XperiaV
and if you don't believe me that you can root with a FTF file then i can upload it so u can test yourself..
how i did it was used flashmod in flashtool and then sellected the ftf file called LT25i_9.1.A.0.490_Nordic.ftf
after that i flashed a kernel with Fastboot called LT25_SXV_Stok_Kernel_9.1.A.0.490_Dogsly.ftf
then i just used the tool root device in flashtool and then i got root..
now my problem is that i dont have any recovery like TWRP or CWM
ive done a new question thread asking for help on how to get it..
Install the CWM attached. Wow. Anyway, up to you.
I heard and see new version of Android For Sony V
now i have 4.1.2 build 9.1.A.1.140
i install Sony pc companion and try to update but i get your phone i up t date message !!
whats the problem ??
my phone is rooted
What's your customization number?
In your device, open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#*, Service info, Software info
istux said:
What's your customization number?
In your device, open the dialer and enter *#*#7378423#*#*, Service info, Software info
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thanks for reply
Custumization Version : 1268-8838-R4l
i never update or Flash my phone from a day i buy it .
Arioman said:
thanks for reply
Custumization Version : 1268-8838-R4l
i never update or Flash my phone from a day i buy it .
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Well, according to Xperia Update Checker by Macmol, your device is Movistar Colombia and here is the problem, because it's still with 9.1.A.1.140 firmware.
Check by yourself with this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2608983
istux said:
Well, according to Xperia Update Checker by Macmol, your device is Movistar Colombia and here is the problem, because it's still with 9.1.A.1.140 firmware.
Check by yourself with this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2608983
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thanks . well i`m not Colombian , can i Flash 4.3 build 295 by Flash Tool ??
Arioman said:
thanks . well i`m not Colombian , can i Flash 4.3 build 295 by Flash Tool ??
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Sure you can
9.2.A.1.210 is better because it's the last.
If you flash with Flashtool you can't root, because there's not a direct method yet.
The only way to keep root, is flashing a pre-rooted 9.2.A.1.210 via recovery.
FTF files for Flashtool are in General section, instead ZIP files for recovery are in Development section.
Good luck
istux said:
Sure you can
9.2.A.1.210 is better because it's the last.
If you flash with Flashtool you can't root, because there's not a direct method yet.
The only way to keep root, is flashing a pre-rooted 9.2.A.1.210 via recovery.
FTF files for Flashtool are in General section, instead ZIP files for recovery are in Development section.
Good luck
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thanks so much my Friend.
i really need to have a root , i use a Kingo android root to root a 4.1.2 and it works well . i dont have recovery kernel .
can you guide me how can i Flash new Frimware without losing root ?
Arioman said:
thanks so much my Friend.
i really need to have a root , i use a Kingo android root to root a 4.1.2 and it works well . i dont have recovery kernel .
can you guide me how can i Flash new Frimware without losing root ?
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1) Install recovery
Download here: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23269279319202175
Take your phone, go to settings, developer options, turn on and select USB debugging.
Connect the phone to PC now.
Unpack CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip
Run install.bat/install.sh
Follow the instructions, remember that your device is V, keep an eye on the display of the phone and give root permission when asked.
After the end of the process, enter into recovery like this: turn off the phone and turn on.
Immediately, try one of this combination:
Press repeatedly (not holding) power button until the phone vibrates
OR
Tap repeatedly the screen
2) Once you're in recovery, make a BACKUP.
So if something will go wrong or simply if you want to go back to 4.1.2 because you don't like 4.3, you will be able to return to the present situation just resuming this backup.
3) Install .210
Remember that you will lose all your data and apps. Instead what is inside internal memory and SD card is SAFE (backup included)
Download and install Flashtool
Download THIS and move it into the directory C:/Flashtool/firmwares
Download .210 zip file HERE and copy it into the internal memory of your phone.
Turn off and go into recovery.
Make a wipe data/factory reset.
Then install zip from sd card, choose zip from sd card, select .210 zip file.
When it's done, select POWER OFF (be careful, DO NOT select reboot).
Open Flashtool, click on the lightning symbol ("flash device"), select "Flashmode" and click on "OK"
Now select LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 and click on "Flash"
Wait for a window to pop up
Now take your phone, push the volume-down button, keep pushing and connect to your PC
Once the flashing process has started, release the volume rocker as soon as possible
NEVER disconnect the USB cable until it's finished!!!
Turn on and enjoy! :good:
Remember to hit THANKS to steveboss HERE for creating .210 already rooted
istux said:
1) Install recovery
Remember to hit THANKS to steveboss HERE for creating .210 already rooted
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thanks so much for give all insturction about install and root it
one question i download LT25_9.2.A.1.210_Nordic.rar before from some other website , is LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip most downloaded ? or i can use the official .210 ??
second whats exactly LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 doing ?
and last question , Do you think can i backup some apps like whatsup , wechat , line without problems or recomend to install of apps fresh after Flash ?
thanks so much
Arioman said:
thanks so much for give all insturction about install and root it
one question i download LT25_9.2.A.1.210_Nordic.rar before from some other website , is LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip most downloaded ? or i can use the official .210 ??
second whats exactly LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 doing ?
and last question , Do you think can i backup some apps like whatsup , wechat , line without problems or recomend to install of apps fresh after Flash ?
thanks so much
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1) If you want to keep root you must download LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip that I linked above, since it's already rooted.
2) When you flash zip via recovery you don't touch the old kernel. You flash only the new system. After that, you need to flash the new kernel, so you need Flashtool with LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3
3) When you switch from an Android version to another, a full wipe is always recommended. A partial wiping could give strange behaviours.
Therefore it's better a fresh installation of the app and then (when possible) a resume of the backup offered by the app: for example I'm quite sure that Whatsapp has a backup option within its settings. Use THAT option if possible with any app. Right?
istux said:
1) If you want to keep root you must download LT25i.210_nor_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip that I linked above, since it's already rooted.
2) When you flash zip via recovery you don't touch the old kernel. You flash only the new system. After that, you need to flash the new kernel, so you need Flashtool with LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3
3) When you switch from an Android version to another, a full wipe is always recommended. A partial wiping could give strange behaviours.
Therefore it's better a fresh installation of the app and then (when possible) a resume of the backup offered by the app: for example I'm quite sure that Whatsapp has a backup option within its settings. Use THAT option if possible with any app. Right?
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thanks again
about Full wipe , you mentioned only Data wipe and reset factory in Recovery . there are some another Wipe like system , delivik and ...
what about them ?
do i need to check or uncheck some options when i want to flash LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 with Flash Tool ??
Arioman said:
thanks again
about Full wipe , you mentioned only Data wipe and reset factory in Recovery . there are some another Wipe like system , delivik and ...
what about them ?
do i need to check or uncheck some options when i want to flash LT25_9.2.A.1.210_1268-6904_FIX4.3 with Flash Tool ??
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Wipe cache is already included into factory reset.
Wipe dalvik cache is not mandatory in this case... do it if you want
Anyway all wipes will be repeated by Flashtool, so don't worry about that.
In Flashtool you have to change NOTHING, since yours is a brand new installation. Just flash.
works with lock bootloader ?
istux said:
Wipe cache is already included into factory reset.
Wipe dalvik cache is not mandatory in this case... do it if you want
Anyway all wipes will be repeated by Flashtool, so don't worry about that.
In Flashtool you have to change NOTHING, since yours is a brand new installation. Just flash.
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so sorry for Ask another question . but i think it`s too important
My phone bootloader is Not unlocked !! is your way work with lock bootloader ??
i don`t know much about Bravia Engine but i think it`s better not loose it /
Arioman said:
so sorry for Ask another question . but i think it`s too important
My phone bootloader is Not unlocked !! is your way work with lock bootloader ??
i don`t know much about Bravia Engine but i think it`s better not loose it /
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LOL... I'm not so noob.
Yes my method is for locked bootloader.
Unlocked bootloaders have to flash another kind of kernel.
The kernel you're installing is the original one.
And no, you can't unlock an Xperia V through Flashtool. It's impossible at the moment.
The only way to unlock is getting a code through Sony site!!!
This rule is valid for all 2012 devices onwards.
You're too anxious
istux said:
LOL... I'm not so noob.
Yes my method is for locked bootloader.
Unlocked bootloaders have to flash another kind of kernel.
The kernel you're installing is the original one.
And no, you can't unlock an Xperia V through Flashtool. It's impossible at the moment.
The only way to unlock is getting a code through Sony site!!!
This rule is valid for all 2012 devices onwards.
You're too anxious
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thank you so much for this quick reply :fingers-crossed:
sorry for my bad english , well i don`t want to unlock bootloader at this time and i don't thought that FlashTool can Do this ...
i`m familiar to unlocking bootloader way and do this with my Arcs before
on some Forums i read that For rooting 4.3 Roms your phone must be unlocked bootloader , so i anxious about it`s possible that you forget about saying this cause i forget to say it in my posts ad only mentioned about my phone is rooted
anyway thanks so much , you explain everything for me like a real master and i`m going to update my firmware now
i get error : device not found , on run install.bat , but the root message come on phone and my phone reset ! why this happend ? i need driver ?
Arioman said:
thank you so much for this quick reply :fingers-crossed:
sorry for my bad english , well i don`t want to unlock bootloader at this time and i don't thought that FlashTool can Do this ...
i`m familiar to unlocking bootloader way and do this with my Arcs before
on some Forums i read that For rooting 4.3 Roms your phone must be unlocked bootloader , so i anxious about it`s possible that you forget about saying this cause i forget to say it in my posts ad only mentioned about my phone is rooted
anyway thanks so much , you explain everything for me like a real master and i`m going to update my firmware now
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Unlocking is mandatory for new Xperia that can't be rooted directly, because they are too new and they've been released with 4.3 or 4.4
We don't have this problem because we have 4.1.2 that is easy rootable, so we can install recovery and do everything we want
istux said:
Unlocking is mandatory for new Xperia that can't be rooted directly, because they are too new and they've been released with 4.3 or 4.4
We don't have this problem because we have 4.1.2 that is easy rootable, so we can install recovery and do everything we want
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i get error : device not found , on run install.bat , but the root message come on phone and my phone reset ! why this happend ? i need driver ?
i check device manager and no yellow unknown driver find , i also install Flash Tool Driver and enable usb Debugging
Use Windows 7 64Bit
also a safe mode text apear on Down left of my phone
here Screenshot
are you sure the device boatloader ot be unlocked ??
Arioman said:
are you sure the device boatloader ot be unlocked ??
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This is for locked. Stop asking. Don't worry.
I did this million times with locked bootloader.
During the process does your phone ask for root permission? Do you tap on yes?
istux said:
This is for locked. Stop asking. Don't worry.
I did this million times with locked bootloader.
During the process does your phone ask for root permission? Do you tap on yes?
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in first time yes , the root permission Comes and i tap on Grant
then the phone reset and the error device not found apear in install.bat cmd
i though maybe the driver not installed so i download and install Driver again , even i try http://adbdriver.com/upload/AdbDriverInstaller.exe and this tool show that my Driver is ok !!