O.K guys...
This is quite simple
Download generic 534 (I used for central Europe)
DOWNLOAD FTF
Flash it via Flashtool and root with Kingo or root this way :
tnx @schickel
This method works great. If you don't trust these tools(Kingo root), use Root MANY ANDROID from Bin4ry. I've used this tool without any problems on the downgraded firmware.
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Then boot ROM (you will need to restart your device two times to root proper) and you'll get OTA warning you have 257 firmware ready for update.
Download update and let the device flash the update.
And that's it
Now you have newest firmware and you root is here as well...
See ya
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I'm not talking theoretically - I just did that
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Thanks.
Not everyone gets the OTA, some need to do it via pccompanion.
But its great news to know the OTA update keeps root.
gregbradley said:
Thanks.
Not everyone gets the OTA, some need to do it via pccompanion.
But its great news to know the OTA update keeps root.
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That's the point of this thread.
You'll get OTA if you use generic or world FTF.
That's why I said - first flash central Europe (for EU countries) and you'll get OTA info about 257 firmware.
I couldn't update by OTA too, then I did all this and now I can use OTA.
I was receiving OTA info but couldn't update - so I know not everyone can update that way.
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funky0308 said:
That's the point of this thread.
You'll get OTA if you use generic or world FTF.
That's why I said - first flash central Europe (for EU countries) and you'll get OTA info about 257 firmware.
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Yes I agree with you. But some will want to stay with region specific or branded firmware. There are other methods for them, this is good for those people who will want to flash to central Europe first.
I good find and thanks for confirming OTA keeps root.
I agree, of course
Thanks @Toledo_JAB for moving thread to right place. :thumbup:
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funky0308 said:
That's the point of this thread.
You'll get OTA if you use generic or world FTF.
That's why I said - first flash central Europe (for EU countries) and you'll get OTA info about 257 firmware.
I couldn't update by OTA too, then I did all this and now I can use OTA.
I was receiving OTA info but couldn't update - so I know not everyone can update that way.
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What for other methods do we have without unlocking bootloader and flashing other ftf?
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So will this require wiping or can I install generic ROM over branded ROM?
EDIT: ROOT IS STILL HERE! WOOHOO!!!
OTA on phone preserves root, no matter which .534 firmware u have.
If u update from phone it preserves root
Make sure to switch to SuperSU app before u update, from any other superuser, works best
stealthj said:
EDIT: ROOT IS STILL HERE! WOOHOO!!!
OTA on phone preserves root, no matter which .534 firmware u have.
If u update from phone it preserves root
Make sure to switch to SuperSU app before u update, from any other superuser, works best
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how do you force OTA though? I can't get it on Generic UK firmware...
Sean473 said:
how do you force OTA though? I can't get it on Generic UK firmware...
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I didn't force it. I was running the .534 DK firmware and the update notification has always been there through the sony software update app. I chose the DK firmware over the hong kong firmware because I didin't like the NFC logo always on there and I'd rather my phone say 4G instead of LTE.
You may have to wait for the OTA! Not sure if there is a way to force it on the phone unless someone gets the update.zip after they download it and you flash it in stock recovery? not sure as I've never entered stock recovery yet. my BL still locked.
Damn it I want a nexus 5... but I'm afraid I'll get drunk or something and accidentally wash it like i do the Z1 all the time
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What for other methods do we have without unlocking bootloader and flashing other ftf?
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read the development thread, there are roms there that will help you
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how do you force OTA though? I can't get it on Generic UK firmware...
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you cant.
yo either do it manually or flash a ftf from cntral Europe to force it
gregbradley said:
read the development thread, there are roms there that will help you
you cant.
yo either do it manually or flash a ftf from cntral Europe to force it
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How do you manually OTA? I only have the ftf file!
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How do you manually OTA? I only have the ftf file!
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unless you see it in your software update in phone settings you cant.
or you do what you quoted me as saying..flash a central eurpean ftf and then you will get an ota
I got the update pushed on OTA today (I have root) unfortunately it fails updating, no specified reason. Not looking forward to wiping phone and retrying it.
madlive said:
I got the update pushed on OTA today (I have root) unfortunately it fails updating, no specified reason. Not looking forward to wiping phone and retrying it.
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Same here. I just tried the OTA update and got the update failed after the reboot.
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Maybe because I rooted with using Vroot. From what I've read, people had success using Kingo root. I tried the update 4x so far after Vroot. I'll edit this post again after rooting using Kingo root and see if the update will go through or not.
funky0308 said:
O.K guys...
This is quite simple
Download generic 534 (I used for central Europe)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469191
Flash it via Flashtool and root with Kingo.
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Hi Funky,
thanks for that tipp, will try out asap. But exactly which FTF you choosed, this one:
C6903 14.1.G.1.534 Central Europe1276-4314_R2A
Cheers
Yes, that's the firmware I have used.
As I said, I used that firmware just because my original firmware couldn't update via OTA.
I got info about new firmware but couldn't update until I first flashed that unbranded firmware.
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Can I flash the central Europe firmware without wiping data? If yes, then how to do it?
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Works like charm. OTA update is my favourite "root method".
Related
Hello all,
I'm gonna doing a tutorial in my forum on how to root the .62 firmware with a locked bootloader. So here is what i propose:
Downgrade to an old 2.3.4 firmware with wotanclient
Root with ZergRush exploit
Update by OTA (without PC Companion, Update service or others) to .62 firmware
But the problem is that all the firmware types (german, french, chinese...) are not updatable by OTA to the .62 firmware .
So if you have updated your phone by OTA to this .62 build, please post here what type of firmware are you on.
Thanks in advance and sorry for my bad engish !
PS: quick answer would be very appreciated
EDIT: Generic Trade Central Europe 3, Generic Trade Nordic and Generic Trade USA (LT15a) firmwares can be updated by OTA (thanks to catapult, SL_Don and jack47 for the information.)
.62 version available for Romania/Vodafone through PC Companion only
i have .62 here in asia via pc companion only,dont why OTA doesnt work,
Just got the update from PC Companion. I'm on the 02 network in the United Kingdom.
Just finished the update, first thing I noticed is that it included McAfee Security version 1.0.0.7 which I could uninstall....
No OTA for .62 is available, root via bootloader unlock.
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Ok thanks even if I didn't find the answer
@Flo95: Are you sure ? I read on some forums that people have successfully updated their phones to the .62 build.
Here are some webpages about this OTA update:
http://www.free-download-blog.com/update-sony-ericsson-xperia-handsets-with-4-0-2-a-0-62/
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=repository&id=1010&c=sony_ericsson_xperia_play_r800i_android_2.3.4_ota_system_update_4.0.2.a.0.62
I updated my Arc S using PC Companion
.42 > .62
I am with the CE version of. 42 and received a fota update just an hour ago, but it could not install it. Could it be because of the modded systemui.apk, or because of the root itself. This is my only chance of updating and keeping the root. Locked bootloader.
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I heard that this firmware is hard to install by OTA. We must retry a lot of times the update in order that it works :/
Even with a clean (but rooted) stock rom the update is hard to do
Mine just had a software update,added McAfee software,just deleted it. Doesn't look like any major changes until ICS.
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Oh,PCC did the update automatically.
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I ran the update and the device lost its superuser, it won't remain root
I reflashed and rerooted the device and updated OTA and it's ok and rooted. Untouched system folder is needed.
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Can .62 be rooted with unlocked bootloader?
Yes, there's a thread how to do it through recovery.
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bo6o said:
I reflashed and rerooted the device and updated OTA and it's ok and rooted. Untouched system folder is needed.
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Nothing for LT15 yet :-(
It works on Central-European FW .42 -> .62
Confirmed by user datagubben http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22103455&postcount=3
I rooted Xperia Mini (not X10 mini)with zerg rush (.42) then deleted google maps from system partition.
Then with OTA upgraded to .62 fw.
Root remains!
Battery is much better.
I guess also CE based fw (HR).
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vr5411 said:
I rooted Xperia Mini (not X10 mini)with zerg rush (.42) then deleted google maps from system partition.
Then with OTA upgraded to .62 fw.
Root remains!
Battery is much better.
I guess also CE based fw (HR).
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HR is CE, or?
Hello,
Ok thanks all, and specially catapult.
@MinhBao92: did you do the update with PC Companion ?
@ArXer: Yes all is there !
1. Flash this http://www.mediafire.com/?j5on1nw8obzejlw 0.42 generic world
2. Root your Phone with DooMLoRD_v4_ROOT-zergRush-busybox-su
3. Update over the air to 0.62
i´v just tried this and it works perfectly!
UPDATE
This rom is Generic Global Rom for LT15i, i dont know if that works similar to LT18, because i cant test it.
www.mediafire.com/?8ebba1p37e74b1v
check this out if you have LT15i.
thanks , I did it. downgrade to 42 and rooted.
Does the funktion "Don't wipe userdata" work at flashtools? (or loose i all my settings?)
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i whiped all my things befor i flashed Generic global! you can download any free recovery app and save anything after flashing and rooting and updating only download again an recover that all back
ok, thank you. i will make before a "Restore"-Point with the CWA-Installer. Then i flash the .42 from your link without "wipe data" and i will see, how it works
If it´s wok, everything is fine, if it doesn´t work, i flash a second time an "wipe data".
I will report....
Hopefully it will work properly coz I tried everything to fix the issue
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Jomangy said:
Hopefully it will work properly coz I tried everything to fix the issue
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ähm, i hope you have seen, that this is for LT18i (=ArcS)? (I do not know if the above mentioned link also works with your LT15i)
Glenfiddich01 said:
ok, thank you. i will make before a "Restore"-Point with the CWA-Installer. Then i flash the .42 from your link without "wipe data" and i will see, how it works
If it´s wok, everything is fine, if it doesn´t work, i flash a second time an "wipe data".
I will report....
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does it work for you ?
yes of course. I have all datas (i don´t "wipe data") Now i´ve a rooted .62 with all my datas. Only my own Background was after the update not on my homescreen, but thats no problem.
Bevore I delete now the bloatware, i make a "restore"-point with CWA. So, if in the future a new update come (OTA), i can install the "untouched" .62 and OTA should work without flashing with flashtool.
may i ask something. link at the number 1. is't the original fw for LT18i?
yes this is original firmware firmware
first is LT18i
second is LT15i
Hi I am new here, I have an arc S 2.3.4 Build No. 4.0.2.A.0.42, will this process of rooting can work on my device? Just want to root to try overclocking my Arc S. Thank you in advance.
cleric28 said:
Hi I am new here, I have an arc S 2.3.4 Build No. 4.0.2.A.0.42, will this process of rooting can work on my device? Just want to root to try overclocking my Arc S. Thank you in advance.
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yes u can. the easy way is using this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582. without unlock BL...
but after that easy way you cant update. coz than is your root loose
hackdima said:
but after that easy way you cant update. coz than is your root loose
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Sorry for my ignorance bro, but what do you mean by you can't update because I will lose my device's root config? Are you referring to updating from 4.0.2.A.0.42 to 4.0.2.A.0.62 after rooting? But the instruction from the first post said that after rooting update to 0.62. Thanks.
Hi
I have just switched from HTC HD2 to Xperia Arc S.
I know all there is to know about flashing the HD2 (WinMo and Android), but next to nothing (yet) about Xperia. I gather that .62 can't be rooted yet, so you'll have to downgrade, root and then upgrade back to .62 OTA. Does that mean that it will also be possible to upgrade to ICS (when that's ready) from a rooted .62_)?
cleric28 said:
Sorry for my ignorance bro, but what do you mean by you can't update because I will lose my device's root config? Are you referring to updating from 4.0.2.A.0.42 to 4.0.2.A.0.62 after rooting? But the instruction from the first post said that after rooting update to 0.62. Thanks.
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iv posted:
first downgrade to generic global
than root
than udate over the air
that ist not the same as update over the PC
sblar said:
Hi
I have just switched from HTC HD2 to Xperia Arc S.
I know all there is to know about flashing the HD2 (WinMo and Android), but next to nothing (yet) about Xperia. I gather that .62 can't be rooted yet, so you'll have to downgrade, root and then upgrade back to .62 OTA. Does that mean that it will also be possible to upgrade to ICS (when that's ready) from a rooted .62_)?
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i don´t know . maybe only on generic global firmware
I have a lt18i...i rooted my phone and tried to update ota but installation fails. Its generic uk firmware. Nothing has been changed in the phone eg uninstalling system apps
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Please rtfm.
GENERIC WORLD not others. You cant update other firmware over the air.
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Hi, I dont want to update through SUS since it will flash me a generic SG firmware.. Any leads on where to get generic PH FTF for 4.3? Thanks a lot
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Hi, I dont want to update through SUS since it will flash me a generic SG firmware.. Any leads on where to get generic PH FTF for 4.3? Thanks a lot
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Yeah! Please share if someone has a PH FTF for 4.3...
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i flashed my back up ftf 4.2.2 PH version and now pc companion is still downloading the firmware. will create ftf once done. but dont know if i can upload it because my net is too slow. maybe you can download PH 4.2.2 ftf here and flash it to your phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469191
look for : C6903 14.1.G.2.257 Generic PH 1276-7935_R4A
Is not released yet and I think there is not any difference if you update with this one, is generic and is clean and smooth : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195
also if you want a rooted firmware this will work too on C6903:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988
its released already just like i said pc companion is still downloading the 4.3 version.
mharckk said:
its released already just like i said pc companion is still downloading the 4.3 version.
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not definitely, its on the way..:laugh:
eclyptos said:
Is not released yet and I think there is not any difference if you update with this one, is generic and is clean and smooth : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195
also if you want a rooted firmware this will work too on C6903:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988
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I read the post of the links you put, i'll wait for deodexed tweaked for this...
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its released already just like i said pc companion is still downloading the 4.3 version.
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So you can't upload it because of your slow internet? :'(
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mharckk said:
i flashed my back up ftf 4.2.2 PH version and now pc companion is still downloading the firmware. will create ftf once done. but dont know if i can upload it because my net is too slow. maybe you can download PH 4.2.2 ftf here and flash it to your phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469191
look for : C6903 14.1.G.2.257 Generic PH 1276-7935_R4A
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I'm flashing now the 4.3 through SUS, for the meantime I'll stick with the SG update and just remove the bloatware since PH update is also generic. gonna wait for your update mate..
done updating mine. need to factory reset because of the bug in sound enhancement fc. but now its ok.
its just that i need to install every games and apps again. and now waiting for root for this firmware.
why dont you try to download the PH 4.2.2 from the link i gave to you.then you can update to 4.3
here;s the link for 4.2.2 PH
https://mega.co.nz/#!TgIAUY5L!UK8WflkCmmsS_T2xixrgriZlTg9AvoU1_88OJndv_V4
download that and update to 4.3
cant upload the 4.3 because im at work now.
Thanks mharckk..mybe i'll stick at 4.2.2 version while waiting a compatible and stable version 4.3 rooted.
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gaboh24 said:
Thanks mharckk..mybe i'll stick at 4.2.2 version while waiting a compatible and stable version 4.3 rooted.
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We all was in your same situation and I telling you, this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195 is compatible 100% clean and smooth. Battery Life is amazing. Installed yestaerday and no issues if you do it right, like I did. After unpdate you can also unlock the bootloader, without losing camera, and you are ready for next step, Rooting. To rooting 4.3 at the moment is necessary unlock bootloader. If you follow this steps you will be fine, waiting for the root release for 4.3 but in the same moment you will enjoy your phone updated.
Sorry eclyptos..im confused and newbie for this matter, i'll try this when i get up tommorow morning..better get some rest first.thanks eclyptos!
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Is this right eclyptos? After flashing the ftf file for 4.3 i need to unlock my bootloader first, then proceed to rooting? How can i root it, using vroot only?0
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gaboh24 said:
Is this right eclyptos? After flashing the ftf file for 4.3 i need to unlock my bootloader first, then proceed to rooting? How can i root it, using vroot only?0
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No, the FTF 4.3 you can flash without be rooted and with Locked Bootloader like me. At the moment there is not relased any app like Vroot to root Android 4.3. Was relased only another FTF already rooted (Have bugs, they still testing) but to flash that Update Rooted you have to Unlock the Bootloader. So that's why I was telling you to Update to 4.3 and later Unlock Bootloader. If you unlock bootloader in 4.2.2 you will lose the camera, but the 4.3 fix that and also you can Unlock later after update and do not lose the camera. At the moment you don't have to do that because any type of rooting 4.3 is in developing so is up to you. It's your choice.
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No, the FTF 4.3 you can flash without be rooted and with Locked Bootloader like me. At the moment there is not relased any app like Vroot to root Android 4.3. Was relased only another FTF already rooted (Have bugs, they still testing) but to flash that Update Rooted you have to Unlock the Bootloader. So that's why I was telling you to Update to 4.3 and later Unlock Bootloader. If you unlock bootloader in 4.2.2 you will lose the camera, but the 4.3 fix that and also you can Unlock later after update and do not lose the camera. At the moment you don't have to do that because any type of rooting 4.3 is in developing so is up to you. It's your choice.
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so this link u gave me "http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195" the ftf file in that is rooted?..please have patience in my reply cause im confused..is your z1 already rooted in 14.1.A.0.290?
gaboh24 said:
so this link u gave me "http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195" the ftf file in that is rooted?..please have patience in my reply cause im confused..is your z1 already rooted in 14.1.A.0.290?
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This link is just a update to 4.3 and is not rooted. It can be flash with Bootloader Locked.
This is a FTF 4.3 already rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988 but is under developing, testing.
Mine is not rooted, is not released a stable method root for 4.3 yet.
eclyptos said:
We all was in your same situation and I telling you, this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572195 is compatible 100% clean and smooth. Battery Life is amazing. Installed yestaerday and no issues if you do it right, like I did. After unpdate you can also unlock the bootloader, without losing camera, and you are ready for next step, Rooting. To rooting 4.3 at the moment is necessary unlock bootloader. If you follow this steps you will be fine, waiting for the root release for 4.3 but in the same moment you will enjoy your phone updated.
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eclyptos said:
This link is just a update to 4.3 and is not rooted. It can be flash with Bootloader Locked.
This is a FTF 4.3 already rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988 but is under developing, testing.
Mine is not rooted, is not released a stable method root for 4.3 yet.
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woooooo!!! your answer makes my mind at peace dude! haha.. if i flash this what do i need to untick? I'll follow your guide what to untick and what to tick so that i will not have problems..BTW im using 14.1.G.2.257 rooted by deodexed,
so how's the 14.2.A.0.290 NCB Firmware?
gaboh24 said:
woooooo!!! your answer makes my mind at peace dude! haha..
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good. Clik thanx.
gaboh24 said:
so how's the 14.2.A.0.290 NCB Firmware?
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Very good. The most amazing thing is the battery, very well improved. Still stock anyway but smooth and clean, no bloatware and a little bit more free ram. You will be happy. Use Flashtool 0.9.13 and flash. Take off sim and sd before do that.
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good. Clik thanx.
Very good. The most amazing thing is the battery, very well improved. Still stock anyway but smooth and clean, no bloatware and a little bit more free ram. You will be happy. Use Flashtool 0.9.13 and flash. Take off sim and sd before do that.
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NICE!!!! so if i flash this what do i need to untick? I'll follow your guide what to untick and what to tick so that i will not have problems..BTW im using 14.1.G.2.257 rooted by deodexed patch,
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NICE!!!! so if i flash this what do i need to untick? I'll follow your guide what to untick and what to tick so that i will not have problems..BTW im using 14.1.G.2.257 rooted by deodexed patch,
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Do not matter what you have now, you will losing the root anyway. You have to flash in default, just like that. To make a fresh install you have to wipe data, cashe and appslog. Install Flashtool 0.9.13 and put the FTF in flashtool folder "Firmwares". Turn-off you phone, keep pushing, all the time, volume down when you connect the usb, wait to install windows drivers, when windows drivers are done run flashtool, keep pressin volume down, click flash on left side, select the firmware and flash again at the right bottom, keep pushing volume down until the flash green bar at the bottom will not start. Done. The windows of flashtool have to be set up like in the picture.
Dont worry i trust your guide and i dnt mind lossin' my apps...i already finish downloading the ncb firmware i will flash this later..i hope sony will put "move data to sdcard" in settings, in there nxt release of firmware..need to sleeo first mate i'll PM you for my reserved questions..
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Today, the long-awaited update Android 4.4.4 for Sony Xperia™ Z2 is released.
Rejoice!
But, installing this update will overrun the root access. Root access will be gone. So, how to root 23.0.1.A.0.167 FW on Sony Xperia™ Z2?
I'm gonna try the same old "Easy Root Tool" and see what happens. Any ideas would be good!
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Do you want to update your Sony Xperia™ Z2 to 4.4.4 but don't want to lose root? Don't worry, you won't! Click "here"
Credits to @niaboc79
Also, thanks to @funky0308 and @Envious_Data for their work
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I got root on 4.4.4 on my own, using this guide, credits @norti
@niaboc79 's pre-rooted ROM was based on Generic RU and the NC feature wasn't working on it. So I wanted to download a brand new FTF with my customization number and followed the steps on the guide.
ZBAM!
Got my own .167 (4.4.4) ROM (Generic DE) with root on my Sony Xperia™ Z2.
we will find a way...
but you should definitely put question mark in title...
we are lucky to have older fw (I'm talking for LB, z3 can't be downgrade and they will have problems to root 4.4.4. I believe we could use older fw to root fw and to upgrade keeping root...
I'll upgrade later today and will try few things...
In the title a statement and not a question !! WTF
I thought u achieved root, wtf
Jiyeon90 said:
I thought u achieved root, wtf
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Haha I agree
What if we...
- backup TA
- unlock bootloader and root (how?)
- relock bootloader by restoring TA
???
epr said:
What if we...
- backup TA
- unlock bootloader and root (how?)
- relock bootloader by restoring TA
???
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you can, yeah...as soon as Doom or NUT build/patch new kernel...
BTW @[NUT] will you work on this one?
tnx
does other rooting method on locked bootloader works?
Does this works? On locked bootloader? Android 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
tazoman said:
Does this works? On locked bootloader? Android 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
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I doubt...
Sony patched all those security holes and all those methods should be updated.
Of course, someone should try...
Can anyone confirm he upgraded D6503 to 4.4.4?
Wouldn't downloading the update through PC companion and making an ftf/downloading an ftf and then pre-rooting the firmware work? We have recovery for the phone so a pre-rooted flashable firmware should work without working exploits right?
funky0308 said:
I doubt...
Sony patched all those security holes and all those methods should be updated.
Of course, someone should try...
Can anyone confirm he upgraded D6503 to 4.4.4?
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In 30 minutes, I will. The update is downloading now. It's around 1.2GB.
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As a few members noticed, the thread title was a little misleading, as it seemed like there already was a way to root the new firmware.
I changed the thread title to one that shouldn't mislead people.
OP, if you have any problems with this, or prefer a different title, please send me a private message or quote this reply.
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V4LKyR said:
In 30 minutes, I will. The update is downloading now. It's around 1.2GB.
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4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
gamer649 said:
Wouldn't downloading the update through PC companion and making an ftf/downloading an ftf and then pre-rooting the firmware work? We have recovery for the phone so a pre-rooted flashable firmware should work without working exploits right?
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Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
funky0308 said:
4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
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Uh-oh... Well, I guess you're right, what you said exactly happened. This is interesting.
funky0308 said:
4.4.4 for D6503 isn't out yet.
Don't bother to download that, it'll say it's 167 but you'll download 314 and flashing will stop immediately after downloading fw.
Yes, that should work.
That's why I said, we are lucky to have older fws to downgrade and keep the root using prerooted fws...
we'll see once fw is available...
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I didn't actually read any of the other replies to the thread. Mainly cause the main post was all about how could we root it.
It is possible to install the lockeddualrecovery from NUT? If yes we can use it for root
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i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
dyepnoodle said:
i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
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Thats correct, but too long way to install .167
anyone is working on prerooted rom?
I'm starting so if anyone is already on it I don't want to lose time on that....
TheFerhatKing said:
It is possible to install the lockeddualrecovery from NUT? If yes we can use it for root
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It is possible to install it on a rooted firmware, you wouldn't be able to install it on the new firmware without root.
dyepnoodle said:
i guess this will be the option for now. Root .314 firmware, backup TA then flash 4.4.4 ftf. Plug the device to flashtool and unlock the BL, install Doomkernel (for recovery), flash supersu.zip, plug phone again to flashtool reflash stock kernel, boot the phone and it should be rooted then restore TA Backup.
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You wouldn't even need to do that.
1) Root .314 firmware.
2) Install locked bootloader recovery.
3) Make a pre-rooted firmware of the 4.4.4 build.
4) Install the firmware through recovery.
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funky0308 said:
anyone is working on prerooted rom?
I'm starting so if anyone is already on it I don't want to lose time on that....
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Is it for the D6502 or D6503? If I was able to update my D6503 to 4.4.4 I would have done it but I have been plagued with the same problem as all the other D6503 owners. I'm just going to wait for a UK unbranded pre-rooted firmware (or a UK unbranded ftf, whatever comes first).
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I customized the stock kernel from the latest firmware with the help from the tool by @tobias.waldvogel from this link:
[url]http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605[/URL]
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Disabled dm-verity
Disabled RIC
TWRP 3.0.2
DRM emulation
Flash kernel like this:
Fastboot flash boot [MODEL].img
Example
Fastboot flash boot E6853.img
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Make sure to navigate to the correct directory you have it downloaded so it can detect the IMG.
For root flash SuperSU in recovery. Download from here:
[url]http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053[/URL]
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Download kernel from:
https://mega.nz/#F!7gRDBIJY!af8WZfXMno2Pm_OgEMSqNQ
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Edit1: @Ashray_Vk Thank You for helping me modifying one of the kernels.
Edit2: @atif_afzal has confirmed that battery gets better if the TA backup gets restored with this kernel. Check the first link on this post for further instructions.
Edit3: Thank you @YasuHamed for confirming the kernel works when using older kernel modules.
havent gotten the update also i cant find it online
raven213 said:
havent gotten the update also i cant find it online
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Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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E6853(32.1.A.1.185)test ok
work"s fine
Thank you KbaB.BroS
KbaB.BroS said:
Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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So that means if i want to register on my own network it will not be possible?
dutchman1993 said:
So that means if i want to register on my own network it will not be possible?
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It will work, but the risk is that the network might be slower than before, because it's not optimized for your region
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Ah ok
KbaB.BroS said:
Have you checked if your region received it through:
Xpericheck.com
Or:
Fwchecker.com
You can download the ftf with Flashtool that got Xperifirm included. It fixes everything automatically, the only thing you have to do is downloading it and afterwards flash it. Even if your region hasn't received you can give another region a go, but I wouldn't recommend it, because the mobile network is customized in each different firmware region
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When I first flash mm I flashed the RU version seems to be working correct so I wonder if I should do the same
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raven213 said:
When I first flash mm I flashed the RU version seems to be working correct so I wonder if I should do the same
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Yes, but don't tick any of the boxes in the wipe section if you want to keep your data
KbaB.BroS said:
Yes, but don't tick any of the boxes in the wipe section if you want to keep your data
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alright doing it right now thanks will keep you guys updated
its working
I used this with the Australian ROM and it worked fine. Rooted as well. Thanks!
Kernel updated
can you plese make one for XZ5P DUAL E6883 ???
I CAN GIVE YOU NEDED FILES OR ANY THING TO HELP
So there is no need to unlock the bootloader?!
ahasae said:
can you plese make one for XZ5P DUAL E6883 ???
I CAN GIVE YOU NEDED FILES OR ANY THING TO HELP
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I'm really busy right now. You can try making it yourself with the first link I have posted in OP, or you can wait until I can make it, hopefully in 2 days.
minifamilie said:
So there is no need to unlock the bootloader?!
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The moment you alter the kernel even the slightest bit from the OEM settings, the bootloader needs to be unlocked.
So my answer is that it won't work with locked bootloader.
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EDIT: ignore this post
Kernels added and updated
One quesgion, bit of a noob question but...
When I unlock bootloader I lose the DRM keys.. How can I get them back or restore them? And second, what do I do if I flash this kernel with latest FW, and let's say there's a newer FW in some months.. Can I then update my FW from flaahtool without losing root or...??
Sendt fra min E6853 med Tapatalk
ZohabK said:
One quesgion, bit of a noob question but...
When I unlock bootloader I lose the DRM keys.. How can I get them back or restore them? And second, what do I do if I flash this kernel with latest FW, and let's say there's a newer FW in some months.. Can I then update my FW from flaahtool without losing root or...??
Sendt fra min E6853 med Tapatalk
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from what i know so far if you didnt backup the original drm keys you cant restore them