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[SO-04E] Xperia A Owners Thread (Japan)

Since there doesn't apear to be a thread on here I will start one.
Here is my review of the Xperia A
On the stock firmware you can root it using the DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit
If you have updated to 10.1.1.D.2.26 then the Easy Rooting toolkit doesn't work yet.
I was able to root 10.1.1.D.2.26 with the info found here on 2ch with the tool posted on comment 508.

work？
zaphod777 said:
Since there doesn't apear to be a thread on here I will start one.
Here is my review of the Xperia A
On the stock firmware you can root it using the DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit
If you have updated to 10.1.1.D.2.26 then the Easy Rooting toolkit doesn't work yet.
I was able to root 10.1.1.D.2.26 with the info found here on 2ch with the tool posted on comment 508.
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The 2ch's root tools is work？
I 'am afraid It will unlocked my bootloader....

stevenhy2.0 said:
The 2ch's root tools is work？
I 'am afraid It will unlocked my bootloader....
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This phone does not have an unlockable boot loader, the 2ch tool only installs root. My bootloader is still locked.

xperia a updates
Hi
Actually buid 10.1.1.D.0.179 can be rooted with DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit right?
two questions:
if your are out of japan...how can you get the 4.2.2 update 10.3.1.B.0.224 without OTA? its already out right?
the update 10.1.1.D.2.31 is flying aroud in some threads... how can you use it/flash it? you cant with seus
how you get/flash this update 10.1.1.D.2.26 you guys are talking about?
thanks for your help!

CarlitoZ007 said:
Hi
Actually buid 10.1.1.D.0.179 can be rooted with DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit right?
two questions:
if your are out of japan...how can you get the 4.2.2 update 10.3.1.B.0.224 without OTA? its already out right?
the update 10.1.1.D.2.31 is flying aroud in some threads... how can you use it/flash it? you cant with seus
how you get/flash this update 10.1.1.D.2.26 you guys are talking about?
thanks for your help!
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Xperia A (SO-04E) {FW: 10.1.1.D.0.179}
Xperia A (SO-04E) {FW: 10.1.1.D.2.26}
Both work with Doomlord, once it is rooted you should use rootkeeper otherwise OTA will remove your root.
You can update using OTA using WiFi under settings -> about phone
Otherwise you can use the Sony Bridge Software to update your phone but it will delete root and there is not root for later versions of the software.
The latest version out now is 4.2.2 build 10.31.B.0.224

Thanks zaphod777!
Do you know where else I can get the 4.2.2 tft??????
....I found this japanese website, it looks like you can keep your root in 10.1.1.D.2.31, the google translation isn't very accurate but its enough I guess.
h t t p ://hito-5102.blogspot.com/2013/08/xperia-so-04e-rooted.html
I hope it helps

CarlitoZ007 said:
Thanks zaphod777!
Do you know where else I can get the 4.2.2 tft??????
....I find this japanese website, it looks like you can keep your root in 10.1.1.D.2.31, the google translation isn't very accurate but its enough I guess.
h t t p ://hito-5102.blogspot.com/2013/08/xperia-so-04e-rooted.html
I hope it helps
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you can get it using the Sony Bridge application
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311211
If you do root it let me know

10.1.1.D.2.31 Rooted
zaphod777 said:
you can get it using the Sony Bridge application
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311211
If you do root it let me know
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Just did it, my internet connection isn't too fast so I'll upload the files this weekend nkk!

10.1.1.D.2.31 Rooted
I'll try to keep it easy for all of you guys (two or three so-04e owners)
1. Have running the 10.1.1.D.2.26 firmware
2. Root it (thanks to DooMLoRD's Easy Rooting Toolkit 17)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWdDlpOFU1NHRhamM/edit?usp=sharing
3. Install recovery
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWVDlhYUdVNnFBcVE/edit?usp=sharing
4. Flash the 10.1.1.D.2.31 prerooted zip via recovey
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWOHpjN1l3SS1pVzQ/edit?usp=sharing
5. Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Your phone now its rooted but you must install xrecovery again if you want to create backups or flash anything
Hope helps

CarlitoZ007 said:
I'll try to keep it easy for all of you guys (two or three so-04e owners)
1. Have running the 10.1.1.D.2.26 firmware
2. Root it (thanks to DooMLoRD's Easy Rooting Toolkit 17)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWdDlpOFU1NHRhamM/edit?usp=sharing
3. Install recovery
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWVDlhYUdVNnFBcVE/edit?usp=sharing
4. Flash the 10.1.1.D.2.31 prerooted zip via recovey
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6N3MCu5ZdBWOHpjN1l3SS1pVzQ/edit?usp=sharing
5. Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Your phone now its rooted but you must install xrecovery again if you want to create backups or flash anything
Hope helps
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#3 looks to be set to private.

zaphod777 said:
#3 looks to be set to private.
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Fix it, sorry

10.3.1.B.0.224
It works?
what about this?
:victory:

10.1.1.d.2.26 ftf ?
Hi all, i´ve already updated to 10.1.1.D.2.31. Is there a way to flash back the 10.1.1.D.2.26 version to start the rooting proceeding and if yes where can i find the ftf?
Also i see in the last post that Carlito has a rooted 10.3.1.B.0.224, do you have a pre rooted version that we can use instead of the 2.31?
Thank you!!

Been busy these days I'll post the 4.2.2 root method in the next hours
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ A SO-04E xda app-developers app

My xperia A 10.3.1.B.0.224 doesn't have stamina mode , it's the problem on my phone only or all other xperia a dont have stamina too ?

my xperia A has been rooted, how can i update it?? (first time using android, sorry for silly question )

RurounixKen said:
my xperia A has been rooted, how can i update it?? (first time using android, sorry for silly question )
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If you install root keeper you should be OK with OTA update. Updating the phone with the PC software will remove root.

CarlitoZ007 said:
Been busy these days I'll post the 4.2.2 root method in the next hours
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ A SO-04E xda app-developers app
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Any update on this? I am on 4.2.2 but don't have root.

zaphod777 said:
If you install root keeper you should be OK with OTA update. Updating the phone with the PC software will remove root.
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Can you give me the customization number of your xperia A??

zaphod777 said:
you can get it using the Sony Bridge application
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2311211
If you do root it let me know
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I'm in outside Japan, PC Companion and SUS always say there are no firmware. How can I get 4.2.2 firmware?

[STOCK][C6903][4.3] Update to 14.2.A.1.136 Central Europe 1 (1276-4318) [Root & XZDR]

[STOCK][C6903][4.3] Update to 14.2.A.1.136 Central Europe 1 (1276-4318) [Root & XZDR]
Hi,
!!! WARNING !!!
C6903 only!
!!! WARNING !!!
Firmware info:
Device: C6903
Build number: 14.2.A.1.136
Android version: 4.3
Customization version: 1276-4318
Branding: Central Europe 1
The following items are integrated into this ROM:
XZDR: 2.7.80-BETA
SuperSU: 1.91
How to update: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2628185
This wouldn't be possible without the great work of [NUT]! Thank You very much! :good:
Downloads (Google Drive):
Flashable zip: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2-FUIRLyD-EYmY3OFpFUVJpVUE/edit?usp=sharing
md5sum: 8aced2357dd9ac5d908d8d4ba2664cf9, sha1sum: 315f3d60f67c25029c79f5b722a844bf7e8f31e3​
Stripped ftf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2-FUIRLyD-EQ0J6eDJWRzdMOTA/edit?usp=sharing
md5sum: ec0fe8d9d5b60005aa6870b83531d6a2, sha1sum: e0d05f627c4744c127a174526e680d5c64816218​
Enjoy!
Cheers,
Mateusz

Sigh.
Dear God, will the Z1 never have a normal/easy rooting method like it did on 4.2.2 with vRoot? I'm an amateur at best. I don't want to downgrade (which I heard could break the IMEI or something), or unlock my bootloader (which seems like an awful lot of trouble). Someone please tell me it's possible... I've been walking around with a non rooted phone longer than I'd like. My S3 and note 10.1 were a breeze to root. I don't even remember having any trouble rooting them... Why is it so hard to root the Z1!?!?

Jimmyness said:
Dear God, will the Z1 never have a normal/easy rooting method like it did on 4.2.2 with vRoot? I'm an amateur at best. I don't want to downgrade (which I heard could break the IMEI or something), or unlock my bootloader (which seems like an awful lot of trouble). Someone please tell me it's possible... I've been walking around with a non rooted phone longer than I'd like. My S3 and note 10.1 were a breeze to root. I don't even remember having any trouble rooting them... Why is it so hard to root the Z1!?!?
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I think IMEI lose only occurs on Samsung Devices. Off course its possible on most other phones but it's far less unlikely that it will occur on the Xperia Z1.
By the way if you downgraded to 4.2.2 you would temporarily lose cellular use on your phone, you would need to update the baseband to the one that is packed with the latest update. But even that won't ruin your IMEI, just temporarily disable it.

Hi,
Jimmyness said:
Dear God, will the Z1 never have a normal/easy rooting method like it did on 4.2.2 with vRoot? I'm an amateur at best. I don't want to downgrade (which I heard could break the IMEI or something), or unlock my bootloader (which seems like an awful lot of trouble). Someone please tell me it's possible... I've been walking around with a non rooted phone longer than I'd like. My S3 and note 10.1 were a breeze to root. I don't even remember having any trouble rooting them... Why is it so hard to root the Z1!?!?
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use this ftf to downgrade http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48555400&postcount=3 to .534. You won't "loose" Your IMEI.
Than root, install recovery and upgrade to .136.
Cheers,
Mateusz

I'm currently on 4.2.2 generic UK. Can I use this method to go directly to 14.2.a.1.136?
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app

Hi,
andyneouk said:
I'm currently on 4.2.2 generic UK. Can I use this method to go directly to 14.2.a.1.136?
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if you're rooted and have a working recovery there shouldn't be any problems. Just follow the steps in [NUT]'s thread.
Cheers,
Mateusz

f3nix82
I installed your rom and all is working fine: newest firmware with full root @ CE customization.
Thanks a lot.

thanks mate. I was asking yesteday to Nut to créate this or at least to tell me how to do it.. Could you tell me the process to change from baltic to central europe?. Cheers.

So to check.
If on 4.3 with full root and recovery.
Wipe
Flash rom
Load kernel via flashtool
Profit?
That simple?
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium HD app

Hi,
y2grae said:
So to check.
If on 4.3 with full root and recovery.
Wipe
Flash rom
Load kernel via flashtool
Profit?
That simple?
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Yep.
You can add another step to this. If you have a backup in TWRP.
After flashing via Flashtool reboot to system. After system boot reboot to recovery and flash the data partition backup (_only_). Then wipe Dalvik. You will end up with all Your apps+data
(This tip is from the previous version update. Again, thanks to [NUT] - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988 :good
Cheers,
Mateusz

Hi!
juanpirulo said:
thanks mate. I was asking yesteday to Nut to créate this or at least to tell me how to do it.. Could you tell me the process to change from baltic to central europe?. Cheers.
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Do you mean the update process or how to create this zip+ftf?
Cheers,
Mateusz

f3nix82 said:
Hi!
Do you mean the update process or how to create this zip+ftf?
Cheers,
Mateusz
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How to Create the zip+ftf i mean. Cheers
Enviado desde mi C6903 mediante Tapatalk

Hi,
juanpirulo said:
How to Create the zip+ftf i mean. Cheers
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I've used this method: [DIY GUIDE] Create a personalized ROM yourself! by @[NUT]. :good:
Although I did not use his virtual machine since I'm already on Linux.
HTH.
Cheers,
Mateusz

f3nix82
after few days of VERY heavy Z1 usage (many root privileges being used) everything is smooth and stable. Fine job.

if im on 1.136 BAL (nuts rom) can i flash this directly without wiping?

Hi.
mharckk said:
if im on 1.136 BAL (nuts rom) can i flash this directly without wiping?
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To tell you the truth: I don't know.
What I would do is:
1. Make TWRP backup.
2. Wipe everything.
3. Flash the zip.
4. Power off.
5. Flash the FTF via Flashtool.
6. Boot into system. After boot reboot to recovery.
7. Restore DATA partition ONLY. Wipe Dalvik.
8. Boot into system.
After that you end up with a clean install with all your apps+data.
HTH.
Cheers,
Mateusz

This version have bluetooth audio fixed?
Sent from my C6903 using xda app-developers app

Hi,
shahzaib.khan said:
This version have bluetooth audio fixed?
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no stock bugs have been fixed in this version.
Maybe in the next Sony release?
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium HD app

f3nix82 said:
Hi,
no stock bugs have been fixed in this version.
Maybe in the next Sony release?
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium HD app
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Hi bro is it possible to flash ur rom on top of Nuts deodex 136? If so can u elaborate me the safest step coz I once brick my phone.Tnx in advance.And I does not want it to happens again.

Hi,
anakdayak said:
Hi bro is it possible to flash ur rom on top of Nuts deodex 136? If so can u elaborate me the safest step coz I once brick my phone.Tnx in advance.And I does not want it to happens again.
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It should be possible. Just use the steps described few posts up.
Cheers,
Mateusz
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium HD app

[FTF] C6903 14.4.A.0.133 Vodafone DE

For who wants to try it out, here is the download link for
C6903_14.4.A.0.133_Vodafone DE 1276-7275.ftf 1.01 GB (it's Branded)
https://mega.co.nz/#!ZdIwnBYA!KBd9LYqMFlurXnrnRY_axf_o8WTZ6A4gvbOPqw1gIws

Is there apps to sd feature in this update?
Xperia Z1 C6902

Changelog?

Rhadamg said:
For who wants to try it out, here is the download link for
C6903_14.4.A.0.133_Vodafone DE 1276-7275.ftf 1.01 GB (it's Branded)
https://mega.co.nz/#!ZdIwnBYA!KBd9LYqMFlurXnrnRY_axf_o8WTZ6A4gvbOPqw1gIws
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can you still root it with easy root?

thegios said:
can you still root it with easy root?
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Unfortunately not.

So it's using current kernel sources, or at least they merged this bugfix.

thegios said:
can you still root it with easy root?
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rcaliman said:
Unfortunately not.
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Yes, it's possible to root.
After a full installation, flash only the kernel from 108 (you can use NUT stripped one) and then use EasyRootTool to root your device, then install Recovery + SuperSu.
After that flash only kernel from 133 and it's done

Rhadamg said:
Yes, it's possible to root.
After a full installation, flash only the kernel from 108 (you can use NUT stripped one) and then use EasyRootTool to root your device, then install Recovery + SuperSu.
After that flash only kernel from 133 and it's done
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PERFECT!
Thanks.

Please use the FTF mega collection thread here to share FTF files.
Thanks for your support but lets keep things tidy
Thread closed

[Prerooted flashable zip][23.0.1.A.3.12][SGP521][VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW]

Requirements:
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet (SGP521) with root and recovery.
Instructions:
Download: SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip ( 1.1 GB ), mirrior: Mega
Copy SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip on SDCARD.
Go to recovery.
Install SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip.
Wipe Cache/Dalvik.
Reboot the system.
If you wish, you can do DEODEX

Thank you

settings F/C
Everything works fine til i try to set vpn, then my settings stop, same as .167

blaze82 said:
Everything works fine til i try to set vpn, then my settings stop, same as .167
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Works fine for me

settings F/C issue resolved
flashed .438 ftf from bell, gained root/recovery then flashed your prerooted zip.
everything is as it should be, thank you for these updates

Hi,
Did try to flash this...
Nothing to do : only a black screen on reboot.
Probably because I use the DoomLord Kernel and not DualRecovery...
Soft reboot and then FlashTool... here I come !
Regards.

Sorry for the noob question but if I do this will I get root access on my Z2 tablet without needing it to be rooted first ?

Buggedout said:
Sorry for the noob question but if I do this will I get root access on my Z2 tablet without needing it to be rooted first ?
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Bird40 said:
Requirements:
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet (SGP521) with root and recovery.
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You first need to get root and recovery on .314 or .401 version firmware, for example, by this, and then follow the instructions in the OP.

Bird40 said:
You first need to get root and recovery on .314 or .401 version firmware, for example, by this, and then follow the instructions in the OP.
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That guide worked perfectly for me before, but it doesnt work for 4.4.4 build 23.01.A.3.9 so I am unable to get root access to do anything.
Guess ill have to wait 7 million years for the official 5.0 release to hit my tablet and hope it addresses the inabilty to write or install to SD

Buggedout said:
That guide worked perfectly for me before, but it doesnt work for 4.4.4 build 23.01.A.3.9 so I am unable to get root access to do anything.
Guess ill have to wait 7 million years for the official 5.0 release to hit my tablet and hope it addresses the inabilty to write or install to SD
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No need to wait, downgrade to . 314 with flashtool. Then gain root.... Come back here to update
Link to .314 and flashtool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...-xperia-z2-tablet-lte-wifi-t2847384?nocache=1
If you don't know flashtool, Google and youtube are your best friend's in learning how to use it.

Done ! Downgraded, rooted, then flashed a Zip file for the UK pre-rooted version that another kind member compiled for me.
Its working perfectly with all LTE functionality and full root access.
Finally got there !
Thanks

Is this the latest update?

SunamY said:
Is this the latest update?
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Yes

Seems like it.

Buggedout said:
Done ! Downgraded, rooted, then flashed a Zip file for the UK pre-rooted version that another kind member compiled for me.
Its working perfectly with all LTE functionality and full root access.
Finally got there !
Thanks
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Hi there,
Can you please supply a link for the 312 pre-rooted UK version.
:fingers-crossed:

I have a question. Will the tablet remain its warranty or will it replace also bootloader? And can I use it for 511?

Stirius said:
I have a question. Will the tablet remain its warranty or will it replace also bootloader? And can I use it for 511?
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The ROM won't unlock your bootloader
you can not use it for your 511 (you need a ROM for 511 or 512)
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[MM][STOCK][FTF][Z5- DUAL][E6683] 32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C With ROOT

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dear all, I wanted to share the stock FTF file of "32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C" firmware which I downloaded and created via XperiFirm and Flashtool respectively and then uploaded to mediafire for you all to download easily So here you go .......
The kernel is Stock with the following Features :
- Dm-Verity OFF
- Sony RIC OFF
- TWRP 3.0.2 installed [With my modified WHITE Theme, Blue LED etc]
- BUSYBOX installed
- SuperUS 2.78 SR3 installed (it means fully rooted kernel)
- DRM fix installed (just flash your backed up device key FTF via flashtool)
- NO XPOSED FX installed (flash it from TWRP after sometimes, fully compatible with v87)
Instructions:
1st - Flash the E6683_32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C.FTF via flashtool's Flashmode With everything
2nd - Flash the kernel.img via fastboot or using flashtool's fastboot mode
3rd - Start the phone for first time and let it breath ............
ITS ONLY FOR Z5 E6683 DSDS, DO NOT FLASH IT TO OTHER MODELS
> > > > Download 5.11 ROOTED Kernel < < < <
> > > > Download Firmware < < < < http://www.mediafire.com/file/15ufenbuqupjea1/E6683_32.2.A.5.11_1298-9654_R9C_CHINMOY32.ftf
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________​

Do you have a 32.2.A.5.11 kernel build tool? Thank you

Is there a reason for using sr3 rather than sr5?
Thanks
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

goRt said:
Is there a reason for using sr3 rather than sr5?
Thanks
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
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No there is no reason beside the one that I did not know that there is indeed a SR5 out there .. :/

shanpao said:
Do you have a 32.2.A.5.11 kernel build tool? Thank you
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Yes I do, its the same tool -- rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
from this link rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip

chinmoy32 said:
Yes I do, its the same tool -- rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
from this link rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
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I also use this tool to make, but there is no TWRP

shanpao said:
I also use this tool to make, but there is no TWRP
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Everything you need is in that thread several times
Sent from my E6653 using Tapatalk

thanks!! hope you can do the same for Android N once its release

Ukiya8 said:
thanks!! hope you can do the same for Android N once its release
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I hope so too !

I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?

NeutrinoNexus said:
I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?
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dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
chinmoy32 said:
I hope so too !
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Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks

NeutrinoNexus said:
I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?
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Yes of course it is compatible !!
this firmware is particularly for your Z5 model E6683, and which version of Android you are currently running has nothing to do with FTF flashing.
DSDS stands for dual sim dual standby , its a variant marker used by Sony.
Just download the flashtool (google it) and flash the FTF first then the kernel .
before that keep backup of your staffs .

Ukiya8 said:
dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks
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yeah, it is possible .

Ukiya8 said:
dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks
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here you go , @arul20be did that already, so I dont have to do it
Dont forget to give him thanks ..
E6683 Kernel without SuperSU

chinmoy32 said:
Yes of course it is compatible !!
this firmware is particularly for your Z5 model E6683, and which version of Android you are currently running has nothing to do with FTF flashing.
DSDS stands for dual sim dual standby , its a variant marker used by Sony.
Just download the flashtool (google it) and flash the FTF first then the kernel .
before that keep backup of your staffs .
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I don't have any personal files on my phone since I just got it, should I still make a backup? And if so, how?

chinmoy32 said:
here you go , @arul20be did that already, so I dont have to do it
Dont forget to give him thanks ..
E6683 Kernel without SuperSU
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i just did, thanks

NeutrinoNexus said:
I don't have any personal files on my phone since I just got it, should I still make a backup? And if so, how?
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no need to backup then ..............
and for backing up you need to have TWRP .............
for that please do some googling in general ...........
get a overall idea and then get back here in XDA and I think you will fit in just fine ............ we can then help you out with the specifics I think

Hi @chinmoy32y
Is this rom deodexed?

devilmaycry2020 said:
Hi @chinmoy32y
Is this rom deodexed?
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this is the FTF file dude , how can this be deodexed ??? of course this is stock odexed firmware

If I use the XperiFirm software, do I need to do anything special or just download from there and flash from there?
Will my phone be rooted if I use the XperiFirm?