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[Q] How to root the Xperia Z1

Hello everyone,
Been lurking on this forum for a while and have now decided to post. Both me and my fiance have been proud owners of the Xperia Z1 for a few months but we are a little bit new to Android, or atleast, messing up with it i would say.
We are still on 4.2.2 (EE UK) but am expecting the 4.3 update to be out on the next few days.
How easy, or how possible is it to root the Z1 with either 4.2.2 or 4.3 ?
I have tried following a few articles here and there but all of them talk about stuff that i am not sure i want to change, or that i am even sure are needed. Some mention the bootloader, some mention the camera breaking, some mention that you need to root it on a previous version and then flash something.
All in all, i don't want to mess with anything except just being able to root the device so i can install certain programs.
Thank you

Vaskie said:
Hello everyone,
Been lurking on this forum for a while and have now decided to post. Both me and my fiance have been proud owners of the Xperia Z1 for a few months but we are a little bit new to Android, or atleast, messing up with it i would say.
We are still on 4.2.2 (EE UK) but am expecting the 4.3 update to be out on the next few days.
How easy, or how possible is it to root the Z1 with either 4.2.2 or 4.3 ?
I have tried following a few articles here and there but all of them talk about stuff that i am not sure i want to change, or that i am even sure are needed. Some mention the bootloader, some mention the camera breaking, some mention that you need to root it on a previous version and then flash something.
All in all, i don't want to mess with anything except just being able to root the device so i can install certain programs.
Thank you
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328
cant get easier than that, took me less than 2 minutes from download to root. If you just want to root, then only follow the instructions on root. Done. Should really be easy if not then dont bother rooting your phone.

mellll said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328
cant get easier than that, took me less than 2 minutes from download to root. If you just want to root, then only follow the instructions on root. Done. Should really be easy if not then dont bother rooting your phone.
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Thank you for your post, though i am slightly confused. From what i read, it seems as if rooting doesn't work with the last versions ?
If you read my post, i explain that i saw that some people were posting that they had to root the device and then flash something on top to preserve the root.

Preserving full Root via OTA for example, is only possible from Firmware 534 to 257. The 290 can only be rooted with unlocked bootloader either for locked bootloader you might check the Tutorial from NUT on the developer area.
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[Q] How to update a rooted 10.3.1.A.2.67 to a rooted 10.4.B.0.569?

First thing first, I'm a total newbie and English is not my native language. I'll try to explain my question as simple as possible.
A month ago, I bought an Xperia Z (C6603) and it had Android 4.2.2 (10.3.1.A.2.67) installed. I decided to root it by using:
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit
XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.2.67.ftf
XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.A.0.423_Generic_NL.ftf
These are the only 3 things that I use to root my device. I finally managed to root my device after lots of trial and error. So I don't know if I have CWM or unlocked Bootloader stuff after the root simply because I'm not an expert but one thing for sure, I've successfully root my device.
Recently, I noticed that there is Android 4.3 (10.4.B.0.569) update available for Xperia Z. Therefore, I really want to update my device from ROOTED Android 4.2.2 (10.3.1.A.2.67) to ROOTED Android 4.3 (10.4.B.0.569) but how?
I know that we have a lot of tutorials available on the forums and we got Google too but they are very confusing. So I hope someone could help me via this thread and I'll really appreciate it. Thanks!

DesperateGuy said:
First thing first, I'm a total newbie and English is not my native language. I'll try to explain my question as simple as possible.
A month ago, I bought an Xperia Z (C6603) and it had Android 4.2.2 (10.3.1.A.2.67) installed. I decided to root it by using:
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit
XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.2.67.ftf
XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.A.0.423_Generic_NL.ftf
These are the only 3 things that I use to root my device. I finally managed to root my device after lots of trial and error. So I don't know if I have CWM or unlocked Bootloader stuff after the root simply because I'm not an expert but one thing for sure, I've successfully root my device.
Recently, I noticed that there is Android 4.3 (10.4.B.0.569) update available for Xperia Z. Therefore, I really want to update my device from ROOTED Android 4.2.2 (10.3.1.A.2.67) to ROOTED Android 4.3 (10.4.B.0.569) but how?
I know that we have a lot of tutorials available on the forums and we got Google too but they are very confusing. So I hope someone could help me via this thread and I'll really appreciate it. Thanks!
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Read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565850
For C6603: Download C6603.flashable.10.4.B.0.569.zip, SuperSU_fix.zip (1.1Mb) and C6603_10.4.B.0.569_Stripped.ftf (18MB), save it somewhere you remember;
2. Put 'C6603.flashable.10.4.B.0.569.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
3. Put 'C6603_10.4.B.0.569_Stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
4. Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
5. Flash 'C6603.flashable.10.4.B.0.569.zip' in TWRP, after flashing the ROM also flash 'SuperSU_fix.zip',
do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
6. Flash everything in 'C6603_10.4.B.0.569_Stripped.ftf';
7. Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.

[Q] About root and unroot on 4.4.4

Hello, i'm new on Z1 and i have a question: what is a best way to root and unroot this phone on 4.4.4 android?

Skaytex said:
Hello, i'm new on Z1 and i have a question: what is a best way to root and unroot this phone on 4.4.4 android?
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I'd like to know this myself.
I have a feeling a flash to an earlier version is needed. I've tried several outdated roots with no joy.
OP you will probably get ignored or told to read a 100 page thread.

Use Easy root for xperia
google it

I know, right! Well, don't download the EasyRoot because afterwards it asks for a key and the website to get it from doesn't even function (unstableapps.com).
i think we may just have to go back to iPhone, or wait for a truly customizable new platform, where you can change battery icons and fully control your device. there doesn't seem a way to utilize our phones any longer.

Skaytex said:
Hello, i'm new on Z1 and i have a question: what is a best way to root and unroot this phone on 4.4.4 android?
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New Root. I didn't have any issues. Installed a recovery too

Newroot newroot newroot!
Guys just go to this thread and download this tool by munjeni. Easiest root unroot you can find. No need to go back to an older firmware n all. Just hit root/unroot and you are all set. Make sure you install proper phone drivers though. PC companion should show that c6902 connected. I had a slight issue while rooting since the phone was not getting detected. Simply reinstall PC companion and you are good to go.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z1/development/newroot-z1-t2807092
Chk out this thread

Guide to Root without Pc

Hello,
I'm buying much devices, test it and sell it.
But I like the zuk z1 very much (SOT is awesome)
So I search for a possibility to root the device,
Without going to the pc (adb method or smth) or just lazy like me.
Setup:
New z1 / 3AJ Firmware
Download kingroot Click me
Guide:
Download kingroot and open it,
Follow the instructions. U should be rooted.
Proof in the attachment, I hope it works for u all.
Bugs:
Some apps doesn't work. Better battery stats is one who don't work.
Edit:
BBS worked! , need two reboots to get it to work.
Maybe more, report if u try this method.

Just wait for CyanogenMod, no MS-Apps, no Bing, no 1 million Google Apps, Root just one click...

Hm.
U can freeze or de-install all that ****ty apps. ^^

Won't rooting stop the software updates which it clearly needs? That's what's stopping me atm

You can also get Supersume at the plays store to get rid of KingRoot, and put in CF Supersu.

Droid_Nut said:
You can also get Supersume at the plays store to get rid of KingRoot, and put in CF Supersu.
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Don't waste your money on Supersume, just follow these instructions to replace Kingroot with supersu:
http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html
Hope I could help

xaboren said:
Don't waste your money on Supersume, just follow these instructions to replace Kingroot with supersu:
http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html
Hope I could help
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I recall seeing that link a while back, but I could not find it, but I heard about Supersume, so I went that route instead.

I have ordered my Zuk Z1 on Thursday. I hope it will arrive until Tuesday. So I'm orientating already about how to root and so on. I don't see why you should root with Kingroot as you don't get updates from Cyanogen anymore when you have rooted the phone. It's a lot easier to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP and than flash SuperSu in my opinion, isn't it? Or do I miss something?

As far as I know, the problem is not Kingroot, but rather that in process of rooting the system partition is changed to read and write (r/w). Now every time the ota update script is running, they check if the that is the case and if so won't install the ota.
Just btw. I read in an other post here, that SuperSU replaces some files and that even if you should unroot, they still change them back, which also prohibits the OTA update script from running.
Which ever way you root and whatever recovery you have installed, you can still sideload the the updates, without loosing any of your data.
Download the "...ham-signed.zip" from this link
Here is the link to the post about the OTA files:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/zuk-z1/development/official-ota-update-links-ota-updating-t3226990
And give Breadcrust and Radii a thanks next time you see one of their posts
P.S.: I have no clue of any of these things/ I am in no way a developer, it's just what I have found out so far, what it comes down to...

root zuk z1
i bought a zuk z1 recently , i really want to root it coz i know of all the benefits and i even unlocked the bootloader.
but after that everything has been tough so i decided to root it through an app [though i know its temporary]i tried everything, kingoroot , kingroot. framaroot and what not but i havent gained root access.
i really want root now and i am desperate and begging at your feet to help me with a solution.
i hope you help me .:crying::crying:
zukz1
cyanoge mod os 12.1

joeljacob said:
i bought a zuk z1 recently , i really want to root it coz i know of all the benefits and i even unlocked the bootloader.
but after that everything has been tough so i decided to root it through an app [though i know its temporary]i tried everything, kingoroot , kingroot. framaroot and what not but i havent gained root access.
i really want root now and i am desperate and begging at your feet to help me with a solution.
i hope you help me .:crying::crying:
zukz1
cyanoge mod os 12.1
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Fastboot boot or flash recovey then flash SuperSU.zip
Enviado desde mi ZUK Z1 mediante Tapatalk

Not working
secXces_debaki said:
Hello,
I'm buying much devices, test it and sell it.
But I like the zuk z1 very much (SOT is awesome)
So I search for a possibility to root the device,
Without going to the pc (adb method or smth) or just lazy like me.
Setup:
New z1 / 3AJ Firmware
Download kingroot Click me
Guide:
Download kingroot and open it,
Follow the instructions. U should be rooted.
Proof in the attachment, I hope it works for u all.
Bugs:
Some apps doesn't work. Better battery stats is one who don't work.
Edit:
BBS worked! , need two reboots to get it to work.
Maybe more, report if u try this method.
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Hey , I just bought a zuk z1 and would like to root it with the application you have reffered (kingroot) but when I start kingroot it says that there is no way of rooting this model right now .
Can u please give any other app to root zuk z1 without PC or tell me if there is any system update if any ??.
I would really appreciate it ???

My name is Vishnu am from Thrissur my device is Lenovo zuk z1. I cannot root my phone
Please help me guys. My android version 5.1.1. ???

How do i root my Sony Xperia Z3 Compact (D5803)

Can someone help with steps to root D5803 (Sony Xperia z3). Im running 23.5.A.0.575. I also want to install a custom recovery ie CM Recovery or TWR
Thank You in advance.

cmzizi said:
Can someone help with steps to root D5803 (Sony Xperia z3). Im running 23.5.A.0.575. I also want to install a custom recovery ie CM Recovery or TWR
Thank You in advance.
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You need to read bilboa1's guide completely, before you start and make backups of your TA partition for good measure.
Unfortunately, you will need to downgrade your firmware to an older version, then root it, add recovery. Then you will be able to flash a pre-rooted MM build.
Don't use kingroot.

Didgesteve said:
You need to read bilboa1's guide completely, before you start and make backups of your TA partition for good measure.
Unfortunately, you will need to downgrade your firmware to an older version, then root it, add recovery. Then you will be able to flash a pre-rooted MM build.
Don't use kingroot.
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Thanks. Why shouldn't i use Kingroot?

cmzizi said:
Thanks. Why shouldn't i use Kingroot?
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Kingroot sends all your phones details and account information, including your IMEI number to an unknown server in China, leaving you open to the possibility of a clone of your phone. It uses several legacy apk's that behave like malware and are hard to remove, it's also difficult to move onto normal root (SuperSU) and you will always have problems .