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bootloader unlock for noobs[update]

This was originally posted in x10 mini forum by pollob666
Warning guys W8 users have suffered from hard brick as reported so please dont try to unlock the bootloader till some solutions comes
I thought this will be helpful for our community also
Ok,
I am not Responsible if it BRICK YOUR PHONE!!!!!
Here it goes,
Step 1: (Downloads)
A) Download Flash Tool : From http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746 or http://www.multiupload.com/GYL7A7XQBT
B) Download S1tool : From http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17374120&postcount=26
C) Download Unlocker : From http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17384177&postcount=3
Step 2: (Prepare)
A) Unzip all downloaded files
B) Shut Down Phone
C) Open S1tool, Click on DO JOB, Press Back on phone, Connect it to PC.
D) Look For Line "XXXX SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE"
Step 3: (Unlock)
A) Turn the phone on, Connect it with PC in Debugging mode.
B) if XXXX is "NOT RECOGNIZED" then sorry, it can't be unlocked.
C) if XXXX is SEMC then run "msm7227_semc.cmd"
D) if "XXXX SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" was not found then run "msm7227_Setool2.cmd"
E) Wait...
F) if "Press any key to continue . . ." is found, press any key.
Step 4: (Verify)
A) Shut Down Phone
B) Open S1tool, Click on DO JOB, Press Back on phone, Connect it to PC.
C) Look For Line RUNNING S1_EROM VER "x8A029"
D) if x is "r" then it is done, Congrats...
E) if x is "R" then Sorry, Do everything again. or Search in the Frorum for Help
Thanks to
the_laser, Androxyde, Bin4ry, SpyderX for his Tutorial (I used his one ) and Every Single Soul who helped to Unlock the Bootloader

thanks friend, I have unlocked the bootloader thanks to you

step 1
Links in B And C ..
Are not " found " ..

What we can do once we've unlocked the bootloader? (noob question for noob friendly tutorial...lol)

we Can flash custom kernels with lot of tweaks probobly higher cpu overclock and dual touch gpu overclock and if we are lucky enough we could flash diffrent os

Sira. said:
step 1
Links in B And C ..
Are not " found " ..
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Links Fixed
Check it

Thanks ..
Good job by the way
---------- Post added at 07:12 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:43 PM ----------
Simple And easy
Thanks for All your effort
i've successfully unlocked the bootloader..
GREETINGS MATE !

Really nice explanation. I say this should be a sticky.

Thumbs up for this . It's a great change rather than reading through my very wordy but thorough guide here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
Still, if anyone wants a tutorial on how to flash custom kernels, how to return to stock kernel and how to relock their bootloader, it's all embedded in the first post of my guide somewhere and also below .
Cheers ,
SpyderX
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HOW TO RELOCK BOOTLOADER :
0. Flash back stock kernel using "Repair" option in SEUS or by using Flashtool (if using Flashtool either flash stock firmware or flash the appropiate .ftf file below):
X8 (E15) and W8 stock kernel:
Download link: http://www.mediafire.com/?zb3zhdkodgy55ch#1
Direct download link: http://db.tt/gg2jJVZi
X10 mini pro (U20) stock kernel:
Direct download link: http://db.tt/S7Nm4WZx
X10 mini (E10) stock kernel:
-Will be added at a later date-
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If you relock your bootloader while using a custom kernel your phone will be bricked!
1. Download S1tool and extract it to an appropiate location on your PC (not needed if you already have s1tool) . (Credits go to the_laser for this tool)
S1tool post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...0&postcount=26
Direct download link: http://db.tt/OrOQO33
2. Then, download and Install Flashtool v0.2.9.1 beta (don't use 0.3.0.0 as profile for our phones need to be added. It's simpler to use 0.2.9.1 beta) Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Download Link: http://www.multiupload.com/7H4JT35B6G
(Credits go to Androxyde and Bin4ry for this tool.)
After installing it, open the flashtool folder and open the drivers folder inside that. Double click on the ggsetup-2.2.0.10.exe file inside and install Gordon's Gate (needed for Flashtool to work).
Note: This Gordon's Gate Driver Installation will work for X8, X10 mini and X10 mini pro. I'm not sure about that of W8 but I think that is also supported.
Note: This Flashtool and Gordon's Gate installation is not needed if you have already done this.
3. Turn off your phone.
4. Launch s1tool.exe in the folder you extracted s1tool to.
5. Click on Restore button and then connect your phone to the PC in flash mode (press and hold back button while connecting your phone to the PC).
6. Wait for the process to complete. Congratulations! You now have relocked your bootloader!
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9. How to flash custom kernels:
a. Download the (kernel name).ftf file provided by the kernel developer
b. Download and Install Flashtool v0.2.9.1 beta (don't use 0.3.0.0 as profile for our phones need to be added. It's simpler to use 0.2.9.1 beta) Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Download Link: http://www.multiupload.com/7H4JT35B6G
(Credits go to Androxyde and Bin4ry for this tool.)
After installing it, open the flashtool folder and open the drivers folder inside that. Double click on the ggsetup-2.2.0.10.exe file inside and install Gordon's Gate (needed for Flashtool to work).
Note: This Gordon's Gate Driver Installation will work for X8, X10 mini and X10 mini pro. I'm not sure about that of W8 but I think that is also supported.
Then restart your computer.
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Generally you have to delete all the files in /system/lib/modules before flashing a custom kernel!
c. Put the (kernel name).ftf file in the /firmwares folder. (Don't flash any .sin files, flash only the .ftf file.)
d. Open Flashtool.
e. Click Flash.
f. Select (kernel name).ftf.
g. Turn off your phone.
h. Connect your phone in flash mode (only when the popup window prompts for you to do so). (To boot into flash mode, press and hold back button while connecting your phone to the PC using an usb cable).
i. Disconnect your phone (do so only when the popup window to prompts you to disconnect your phone).
j. Reboot and you have a custom kernel!
k. Confirm by going to Settings --> About Phone --> Kernel version. It should have the name of the kernel you flashed.
m. To flash back to stock kernel, download the appropriate file below and follow steps listed above.
X8 (E15) and W8 stock kernel:
Download link: http://www.mediafire.com/?zb3zhdkodgy55ch#1
Direct download link: http://db.tt/gg2jJVZi
X10 mini pro (U20) stock kernel:
Direct download link: http://db.tt/S7Nm4WZx
X10 mini (E10) stock kernel:
-Will be added at a later date-

useless thread, whats the point of having the same thread in the development section?

|xeta| said:
useless thread, whats the point of having the same thread in the development section?
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I thought personallythat the thread in the devlopment section was quiet Difficult
So posted in short manner So that we need not need to read all the stuff

Good job. Now we can wait for some full working rom for CM+FXP team
I need working wifi ;]

Thanks to thos guide. Now i unlock my bootloader and install LinuxDx kernel.
Sent from my X8 using XDA App

guys i having problem when doing this. i keep getting message saying that " the system cannot find the file specified" please help

wow thanks for this noob explanation, after reading original thread i was scared to unlock bootloader but when you put it like this now I understand the original one.
i will unlock my x8 then when I have time these days

Indeed, this also makes more sense to me because of the simple word use etc
Will checkout after schoolz if it works for me

excellent tutorial and noob friendly for someone like me ... lol
Sent from my X8 using XDA App

just unlocked my phone using this EASY method , thanks....

yay i succesfully unlocked bootloader. I dont know why i was so afraid to do it before. it was pretty easy hehe

big thanks,you really made it easy!

Root Xperia Z1 C6903 14.5.A.0.270 Android 5.0.2 Unlocked bootloader

Update : 03.08.2015 Update with Full Erase it will bring back your best bettery performance.
in the recovery Format the internal SD Storage and update .270. All the steps still same, Before install flashable.zip format your internal SD.... Thats it
Who are in .242 frimware just download the new .270 frimware follow the same steps.... as .242
in this time no need to flash the boot img.....
1.Download Firmware....
2.create FTF File and make Flashable .Zip
3 Copy to External SD ....
4. Before Do anything make a proper backup...in this time you have to format your inernal sd....
5. you have rooted .242 frimware Download Here install Z1 Dual Recovery installer.zip... extract the zip file run the .bat file it will install the recovery
6 boot in recovery... Format the internal SD ....then install the flashable.zip and clear the caches.. Enjoy....
Update : 22.06.2015 dont update .270 Or .283(t-mobile) Firmware its drain's battery quick its only 15 to 16 hours on normal usage....
I am new to XDA its my first Post.....
sorry if any mistake....in my writing...
Root Xperia Z1 C6903 user may Check this method in other Z1 Variant.. not operator customized variant...
this is the simple way to root Z1 in 5.0.2 new stock FTF..
Reqr:-
Xperia Z1 C6903 unlocked bootloader..with android 5.0.2 (.242) & 60%of charge
Xperia flash tool..... Click here with xperia Z1 driver
To Download Xperia Device's Firmware File .FTF Click Here XperiFirm you need to copy .exe to Xperia Flashtool Folder and run from that folder..
PRF Creator.....Click here
SuperSu Binary...Click here
Recovery image....Download here
Dual recovery Flash able Zip file..Downlaod here
Procedure.. Before proceed prepare all reqired file its only take 5 mins.....
Now run PRFC and add all three required files(.ftf,SuperSu,Recovery) in it.
Then click on Create.
Once the Flashable ROM is created, it will show finished. now the flashable.zip file created in the same PRF Creator folder..
Do not touch any other option while creating the pre-rooted firmware.
Now copy the flashable.Zip firmware to the phone’s internal storage
Step 1: Connect the phone with usb Debugging. mode
Step 2: Open the flashtool thunder icon select Fastboot mode...
Step 3:Select option reboot in fastboot mode via adb...(or simply connect phone in fastboot using press volume (+) while connect the usb
Step 4:Again click reboot in fastboot via fastboot
Step 5:Now click select kernel to flash.. now browse (.img extension) and select boot_2.img file download..
Step 6:Now disconnect the phone from pc. boot into recovery using power on the phone its show sony logo the press volume (-)
Step 7:now you are CWM Recovery... install .zip from sd storage ...select the flashable.zip and install it...once finished ..power off the phone using recovery advance option...
Step 8:Now open flashtool in pc select thunder icon select flashmode select .242 firmware in Wipe Option tick APPSLOG, CACHE & untick DATA. in Exclude tick SYSTEM
Step 9: Now Click Flash....Connect the phone Dialog Window Will Appear now connect the phone USB together press volume (-)
release the button when dialog window disappear
now the your pc detect your phone in flashmode and flash the firmware..... only 2 mins completed..
Step 10:Now disconnect from pc. power on the phone ....that's it...now your phone rooted......Enjoy :good:
if any Question's ask me...

Nice share
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

I cant find the ftf file
please fix
I cant find the FTF file
how can I get that file

bwararsalan said:
please fix
I cant find the FTF file
how can I get that file
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Download your prefer firmware with XperiaFirm, then create TFT with FlashTool.

anburaj said:
I am new to XDA its my first Post.....
sorry if any mistake....in my writing...
Root Xperia Z1 C6903 user may Check this method in other Z1 Variant.. not operator customized variant...
this is the simple way to root Z1 in 5.0.2 new stock FTF..
Reqr:-
Xperia Z1 C6903 unlocked bootloader..with android 5.0.2 (.242) & 60%of charge
Xperia flash tool..... Click here with xperia Z1 driver
PRF Creator.....Click here
SuperSu Binary...Click here
Recovery image....Download here
Dual recovery Flash able Zip file..Downlaod here
Procedure.. Before proceed prepare all reqired file its only take 5 mins.....
Now run PRFC and add all three required files(.ftf,SuperSu,Recovery) in it.
Then click on Create.
Once the Flashable ROM is created, it will show finished. now the flashable.zip file created in the same PRF Creator folder..
Do not touch any other option while creating the pre-rooted firmware.
Now copy the flashable.Zip firmware to the phone’s internal storage
Step 1: Connect the phone with usb Debugging. mode
Step 2: Open the flashtool thunder icon select Fastboot mode...
Step 3:Select option reboot in fastboot mode via adb...(or simply connect phone in fastboot using press volume (+) while connect the usb
Step 4:Again click reboot in fastboot via fastboot
Step 5:Now click select kernel to flash.. now browse (.img extension) and select boot_2.img file download..
Step 6:Now disconnect the phone from pc. boot into recovery using power on the phone its show sony logo the press volume (-)
Step 7:now you are CWM Recovery... install .zip from sd storage ...select the flashable.zip and install it...once finished ..power off the phone using recovery advance option...
Step 8:Now open flashtool in pc select thunder icon select flashmode select .242 firmware in Wipe Option tick APPSLOG, CACHE & untick DATA. in Exclude tick SYSTEM
Step 9: Now Click Flash....Connect the phone Dialog Window Will Appear now connect the phone USB together press volume (-)
release the button when dialog window disappear
now the your pc detect your phone in flashmode and flash the firmware..... only 2 mins completed..
Step 10:Now disconnect from pc. power on the phone ....that's it...now your phone rooted......Enjoy :good:
if any Question's ask me...
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im a novice can you please help me
Ive followed up to "Dual recovery Flash able Zip file..Downlaod here"
but i m not sure what to click on once ive opened the link?. I have a z1 c6903 running lollipop 5.0.2 build number 14.5.A.0.242
thanks

seriously the smartest & easiest way to root C6903 14.5.A.0.242 !!!
no downgrade bull***t & useless time-consuming process
many thanks !!

Rooted with this method.. and it's the bomb yo!

Спасибо! Все отлично! Работает!

okay so ive just finished the root and used a app to make sure it is rooted, it is. but i cant access the recovery when i hold the - volume button and plug in the phone the led flashes red then green then goes off. do i have to add my own recovery?
thanks

nikster19 said:
okay so ive just finished the root and used a app to make sure it is rooted, it is. but i cant access the recovery when i hold the - volume button and plug in the phone the led flashes red then green then goes off. do i have to add my own recovery?
thanks
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AFTER REFLASH(FINAL) WITH FLASHTOOL ITS EARSE THE RECOVERY PARTITION THAT'S THE PROBLEM I AM WORKING ON THAT TOO WAIT..

Problem is I made it work the first few times around. There was recovery and all was good for the first 3 times ( I had to redo the whole process due to the Rock1zk rom I tried to install kept kicking me into bootloop or boot animation hang) and now I can't get it to work anymore. It keeps having the red LED light and no recovery.
There must be something I did right the first few times or something i did wrong after....

mojo1ne said:
Problem is I made it work the first few times around. There was recovery and all was good for the first 3 times ( I had to redo the whole process due to the Rock1zk rom I tried to install kept kicking me into bootloop or boot animation hang) and now I can't get it to work anymore. It keeps having the red LED light and no recovery.
There must be something I did right the first few times or something i did wrong after....
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R U Tried to install aosp based rom..
power off using powerbutton + volume( +) for few mins
now try to flash via flash tool with Stock Firmware...in flashmode ..

nikster19 said:
okay so ive just finished the root and used a app to make sure it is rooted, it is. but i cant access the recovery when i hold the - volume button and plug in the phone the led flashes red then green then goes off. do i have to add my own recovery?
thanks
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now i got it :good::victory:
i assume you have root access..and you cann't get in to the recovery...
try to install the recovery in adb ...
Download here "https://mega.co.nz/#!6QtTRCwT!flLlwuSo1hK3_jskHEPqO-Q6jVUXrWF5xoxEyuHN3cI"
run the install.bat....
its hard to get permission on android 5.0
if you got it then you are sucessfully installed the recovery...
if not ...install ROM MANAGER "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.rommanager&hl=en"
under Utilities MENU
Select fix app permission (similar) it will grant root access to all your application...
the restart the Phone ...
now install in normal ADB Mode...
then start install.bat..:good:
:good:
Try you will get It....:good:

Ive tried to check if my device is rooted and I get different answers from different apps??? :/
edit i re did the whole root and i now have root access
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Free mobile app

nikster19 said:
Ive tried to check if my device is rooted and I get different answers from different apps??? :/
edit i re did the whole root and i now have root access
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Free mobile app
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if you have root access....check your recovery ...if installed ok...
if not use the above method to install recoveries....

Thanks for the help ive figured it out now

can we use this method also on C6902 ?

When I am creating the ftf file in prfcreator ,do I check the include options or do I leave them unchecked?

Astra1 said:
When I am creating the ftf file in prfcreator ,do I check the include options or do I leave them unchecked?
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PRF Creator does not create TFT but flashable zip file. You should get all options selected. Read more here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55082595&postcount=2

Astra1 said:
When I am creating the ftf file in prfcreator ,do I check the include options or do I leave them unchecked?
Click to expand...
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In PRF Creator Don't Touch any tick(option) Simply select your zip(three .Zip files) and then select create...

{all-in-1 guide} root - recovery - custom rom - kernel- xposed

Well, in this guide I will try to concentrate all the process from a Stock Z3 (D6603) to a fully rooted, unlocked bootloader, custom rom and recovery, modded kernel and xposed firmware.
AS ALWAYS I WONT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE, WAR, OR DEAD UNICORNS. PROCEED ON YOUR OWN RESPONSABILITY
Pre-process drivers:
Get fastboot drivers from here: https://mega.co.nz/#!upQkWCpA!BCvvsQR6Ee1gfmzAAGCeIMmFek2AaM0r_9HGWVNw8tM
Get adb+drivers from here: https://mega.co.nz/#!upQkWCpA!BCvvsQR6Ee1gfmzAAGCeIMmFek2AaM0r_9HGWVNw8tM
Z3 Official Drivers from here: https://mega.co.nz/#!v8JkkZAQ!w9ERWMs0L1UmWf_N3oCT4JgFdfU9NUFT7Wjv7D_bBh0
First of all you need to gain root privileges:
Download stock firmware (FTP format) https://mega.co.nz/#!D5ZXmJKZ!XWD6dae-NwKECGctrFsetFlODcf6EQMMYf22fCPHo2g​Download FlashTool (To flash FTF format) https://mega.co.nz/#!D5ZXmJKZ!XWD6dae-NwKECGctrFsetFlODcf6EQMMYf22fCPHo2g​Download GiefRoot and unpack it https://mega.co.nz/#!yxQFQbzK!KeA0u1i6KwKetj1aAaSLUZ_qiih1N0uox0GGes700J8​Flash the stock firmware using flashtool, click on the bolt, select the FTF file downloaded previously and follow instructions​Note: The screen says press back+plug USB. It is not back button but VOL+ Button​
Now skip configuration process, you will loose it all so it is not necessary but nothing happens if you want to waste your time.​Once skipped go to Settings > About Phone and tap 7 times on Build number to enable developer options.​Under developer options enable Usb Debugging and Mock Locations​Now, in settings enable unknown sources and disable verify apps ​Put your phone in Airplane Mode​Connect your phone to the computer and open the install.bat inside the folder of GiefRoot​Note: Probably a pop-up will show in your phone asking to allow USB debug, check the "Always allow..." and press OK​Now follow instructions on the CMD screen​Note: It will probably fail the first time, just start again from install.bat point​
Now let's install a recovery (it wont be the final recovery because this is changed by installing roms, we will stick on FOTA one. A few steps below.
Download ES File Explorer: https://mega.co.nz/#!j0xxESqT!k1VHSKi86lBgdh8NPbxmb3Q9FKFWDup7gAt-_uWkWCU​Download ZU Recovery: https://mega.co.nz/#!Ll4UVLTS!A8w4NeleaxjXBLQdUbZLtzGZRpPefX71rp27aCNV_mk​Enable root and mount system r/w.​Extract the ZU Recovery and open install.bat​Choose option 1 and follow instructions.​Note: You will have a new App named NDR Utils, use it to reboot the phone.​
Let's backup DRM keys:
Download TA-Backup: https://mega.co.nz/#!v0wgDCRR!xJBrmo1FfdvQQcFzK6ZO4dEfUi1YLaNGEl8XMaKu18s​Extract TA Backup​Run Backup.bat​Keep the file generated well saved.​
Now, we will unlock bootloader:
I won't explain this point, I will recommed you follow this guide from the Official Sony's web: http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/ it is very clear and includes all checks needed.
Now let's install a custom ROM to proceed to FOTA recovery:
Download PacMan custom ROM from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-pac-rom-lp-mr1-beta-1-t3099454​Flash it as usual​Let it boot and proceed to next step​
Now let's install the FOTA recovery:
Download FOTA recovery image: https://mega.co.nz/#!38xxBZZJ!2jwbChc-XFlilltodA7R0VQzQTnbf8EPbUokR38C4Yg​Once the ROM has booted put your phone in fastboot mode:​
Code:
adb reboot fastboot
Or turn it down, hold vol+ and plug the USB.​Then flash the FOTA recovery:​
Code:
fastboot flash recovery <downloaded.img>
Then reboot your phone:​
Code:
fastboot reboot
Now we can proceed to install PacMan ROM again (in case you lost it while flashing FOTA):
Download PacMan custom ROM from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-pac-rom-lp-mr1-beta-1-t3099454
You can use this kernel along this ROM too:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/orig-development/kernel-m5-kernel-t3045319
Get the permissive version in order to allow xposed to run.
xposed: I am testing it right now, I will explain it as soon as I see it is stable.

In your guide you use 'TFT' instead if the correct term of 'FTF'
They are FlashTool Files, hence the FTF

gregbradley said:
In your guide you use 'TFT' instead if the correct term of 'FTF'
They are FlashTool Files, hence the FTF
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Thank you for the correction. Appreciate it.

im on D6653 and i tried using the root method.... after rebooting, my phone has alot of errors and the home screen is not working. there is nothing on the screen apart from the wallpaper and the 3 soft buttons at the bottom. i can't go to setting. what should i do?

togcbu said:
im on D6653 and i tried using the root method.... after rebooting, my phone has alot of errors and the home screen is not working. there is nothing on the screen apart from the wallpaper and the 3 soft buttons at the bottom. i can't go to setting. what should i do?
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Flash the stock again and be carefull not not to flash D6603 firmware to D6653.

[GUIDE] Sony Xperia Z5 - UNLOCK / ROOT / TWEAKS - OS 5.1.1 / 6.0

[GUIDE] Sony Xperia Z5
DISCONTINUED - SEE NEWS !
Last update: 20.06.2016​
This guide will help you to root your phone, install new firmwares, unlock your bootloader and much more. Its splitted into 3 sections: StockRom, CustomROM and Tweaks so you should find things easily. I think if you understood this guide you can easily flash different firmwares, kernels and so on. And now - have fun
NEWS
I have to much work to do at the moment to continue this guide. But, the main work is done, now its all about updating the links. If there is something remarkable new, I will add it to my guide.
20.06.2016
- updated links
- minor changes
23.04.2016
- updated download links
- added custom rom (CyanogenMod13)
- some small changes
09.04.2016
- I'm very busy at the moment (exams and hard work). So I cant help you guys that much and cant try new kernels and that kind of stuff Plese ask @gm007 or @zacharias.maladroit if you have problems. I will come back as fast as I can
- updated download links
28.03.2016
- updated download links
12.03.2016
- Android 6.0 compatibility check
- updated download links
- graphical revision
14.02.2016
- updated guide to make it more understandable
QUESTION & ANSWER
Which devices are supported by this guide?
- Sony Xperia Z5
- Model number: E6653 / E6603 (for other models use different kernel)
- OS version: Stock Xperia Android 5.1.1 / 6.0
Whats important to know before I start?
- I´m NOT responsible for any damage.
- Keep in mind that unlocking the bootloader can void your warrenty.
- Save your data, all settings and files will be deleted during this process.
- READ THE ENTIRE GUIDE FIRST!
[GUIDE] GENERAL
FASTBOOT
1) POWER OFF phone
2) Hold VOLUME UP
3) Connect to PC via USB
4) LED turns blue
FLASHMODE
1) POWER OFF phone.
2) Hold VOLUME DOWN
3) Connect to PC via USB
4) LED turns green
RECOVERY
a) You can enter TWRP while booting. If the LED turns yellow, hold VOLUME DOWN till it gets orange.
b) Use this command in Minimalistic ADB and FASTBOOT to reboot to recovery:
Code:
adb reboot recovery
BOOTLOOP / EMERGENCY POWER OFF
1) Hold POWER OFF and VOLUME UP
2) Device vibrates 3 times
DEVELOPER MODE AND UNNOWN SOURCES]
1) settings -> about phone -> touch build number several times
2) settings -> developer options -> enable USB debugging
3) settings -> security -> enable Unknown sources
PC PERMISSIONS
1) Run Minimalistic ADB and FASTBOOT and FLASHTOOL with admin permissions.
2) Use USB 2.0 ports, sometimes 3.0 ports doesnt work.
[GUIDE] StockROM
# BUGS / ISSUES
E6653_32.1.A.1.163
- camera apps (AR Effect,...) do force close
- filesystem (external SD card) does not refresh automatically, so you cant transfer files you copied to sd card via MTP to PC. Solved via restart. --> also on STOCK ROM
# DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINKS
E6653
Kernel
Z5_AndroPlusKernel_Permissive_v30 (for firmware .163 and .185)
Z5_AndroPlusKernel_Permissive_v31 (for firmware .224)
Recovery
twrp-3.0.2-0-E6653-20160417.img
SuperSu
SuperSU (beta but stable)
# DOWNLOAD LINKS
Windows programs
Sony PC Companion
Minimal ADB and Fastboot
Flashtool + patch file
µTorrent (for downloading Flashtool)
Android
AndoPlusKernel
TWRP
# GUIDE
BOOTLOADER STATUS
The bootloader loads the kernel. If unlock isnt allowed, the bootloader will prevent loading a custom kernel.
1) type *#*#7378423#*#* into dialer / phone app
2) service info --> configuration --> rooting status
3) if bootloader unlock allowed says YES, you can continue. If bootloader unlock isnt allowed you CAN NOT root your phone.
INSTALLING PROGRAMS
Flashtool
1) install µTorrent
2) download torrent file from Flashtool website
3) run downloaded torrent file via µTorrent
4) download Flashtool via µTorrent
! You can close and or delete µTorrent now, you will not need it anymore
5) install Flastool
6) open install directory from flashtool and replace x10flasher.jar with new patch
OTHER
1) install all other programs
INSTALL / CHECK DRIVERS
Windows 7 and lower
1) open Flashtool install directory
2) open driver folder
3) run Flashtool-drivers.exe
4) install Flashmode and Fastboot drivers
Windows 8 and higher
1) restart computer with digital driver signature disabled (you have to do this every time you restart your pc)
http://www.howtogeek.com/167723/how...8.1-so-that-you-can-install-unsigned-drivers/
2) open Flashtool install directory
2) open driver folder
3) run Flashtool-drivers.exe
4) install Flashmode and Fastboot drivers
! There are no Z5 drivers yet, that’s why you need Sonys PC Companion!
! Flashtool drivers were updated, try the new Z5 drivers before installing Sony PC Companion.
Sony PC Companion
1) run Sony PC Companion
2) connect your Xperia Smartphone
3) wait till it has been detected
4) close Sony PC Companion, you dont need it anymore
ADB driver check
1) enable Developer options and Unknown sources
2) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot
3) type
Code:
adb devices
4) allow dialog on your phone
5) check if your device is shown in command window
fastboot driver check
1) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot
2 put device in FASTBOOT mode
3) type
Code:
fastboot devices
in Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) check if your device is shown in command window
! When connecting phone in flashmode or fastboot additional drivers will be installed automatically.
! Installing drivers twice can solve problems.
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
1) open Flashtool
2) click on BLU (Bootloader Unlock)
3) follow the instructions shown by Flashtool
4) you will be forwarded to a Sony website
5) follow the instructions there
6) at the end you will receive a key
7) save this key carefully!
8) enable Enable OEM unlock in developer options
9) copy KEY into Flashtool prompt and click unlock
! You can try to use Flashtool for unlocking first, or continue with step 10.
10) open Minimal ADB and Fastboot
11) your phone has to be in Fastboot mode
12) check if your phone is shown by
Code:
fastboot devices
13) enter the following code:
Code:
fastboot –i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY_FROM_SONY
14) reboot (that can take a long time, so dont worry)
DOWNLOAD XPERIA FIRMWARE - OPTIONAL
If you want to update, upgrade or reset your ROM.
1) open Flashtool
2) click on XperiFirm
3) downloading…..
4) in XperiFirm select your device then choose your preferred firmware (e.g. Z5 --> E6653 ---> Customized DE --> 32.0.A.6.200 R12B)
5) in the right column double click the latest firmware and start download
6) Unpack automatically has to be checked
7) after downloading close download window and XperiFirm
8) now Flashtool should start doing things
! You can identify your phone model by: Settings -->About phone--> Diagnostics
FLASH NEW FIRMWARE - OPTIONAL
If you want to update, upgrade or reset your ROM.
1) in Flashtool click on Flash device and choose your firmware
2) under "Wipe", check all (APPS_LOG, DIAG, SSD, USERDATA)
3) click flash and follow the instructions
4) after successful installation reboot phone (that can take a long time, so dont worry)
! You can flash a new ROM without unlocking your bootloader.
FLASH KERNEL
The kernel has direct control of the hardware.
1) download latest Kernel from download section (AndroPlusKernel is only for E6653 models)
2) extract ZIP
3) put boot.img from zip into your root directory from Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) put phone into fastboot mode
5) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot and check with
Code:
fastboot devices
6) type in:
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
7) restart phone and look if its working
! If you end up in a bootloop with the LED flashing 3-4 times try to flash Kernel and Recovery again. If this doesnt help, reflash firmware, kernel and recovery.
FLASH RECOVERY
The recovery is something like the boot menu you may know from windows. Its mainly used to install programs and apps.
1) download latest TWRP from download section
2) put twrp.img into your root directory from Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) put phone into fastboot mode
5) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot and check with
Code:
fastboot devices
6) type in:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
! You can rename twrp image to twrp.img or something shorter if you want.
7) after the first boot - do a reboot into recovery. Otherwise the partitions won't be mounted correctly & flashing will run into trouble. It takes several seconds (or a few minutes) to reboot into recovery - but then you're good to go.
ROOT
Some apps need more permissions than normal. You can compare root with administrator rights on windows.
1) download UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip
2) copy UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip to your internal memory
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
RESTORE DRM KEYS
Unlocking the bootloader disables a partition on your phone where software keys are saved. Without this keys xReality, BIONZ, audio processing arent available. This program will restore this features.
! Take a look if xReality is already working before installing DRM keys.
1) download DRM RESTORE (drmrestore.zip) from download section
2) copy drmrestore.zip to your external sd card
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap drmrestore.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
! Unfortunately, there is no way to save the original TA partition at the moment.
[GUIDE] CustomROM
# CyanogenMod 13_Alpha for E6653 and E6603
CyanogenMod is a free, community built, aftermarket firmware distribution of Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), which is designed to increase
performance and reliability over stock Android for your device.
### XDA Z5_CyanogenMod 13 Link ###
# AromaROM with Installer for Z5 E6853 / E6883 / E6653
AROMA is a custom ROM with nice tweaks, but it has some serious bugs. I used it for 2 month and there are several issues: random reboot, screen turn off during calling and does not turn on again, problems with notification bar, ... .
### XDA ROMAur Link ###
1) install stock lollipop rom
3) for E68xx models install recovery and kernel for your device
4) For E66xx models install twrp-2.8.7.0-E6653-20151130_material.img and kernel for your device
5) copy ROMAur to your external sd card
6) enter recovery
7) make a full wipe (Wipe --> Factory reset)
8) install ROMAur
9) Reboot
[TWEAKS]
XPOSED
ONLY FOR 5.1.1: When you want to install Xposed you have to deodex your system or install an already deodexes ROM. Without this procedure the camera and other apps wont work. Use this guide to solve this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/z4-z5-z5c-fix-camera-fc-installing-t3246962
XDA Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
1) download xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64.zip and XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk [Android 6.0 versions]
2) copy xposed-v79-sdk23-arm64.zip and XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk to your internal memory
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap xposed-v79-sdk23-arm64.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
9) install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk
10) reboot
useful Xposed Moduless
APM+
Xperia / AOSP NavBar Buttons
OGYoutube + OGYoutube Xposed Login Fix
Flat Style Colored Bars
DISABLE SmallApps
SmallApps is that little bar in the overview screen.
1) power on phone
2) unlock your phone (open homescreen)
3) open Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) type:
Code:
adb shell
pm hide com.sony.smallapp.launcher
pm hide com.sony.smallapp.app.widget
exit
5) after this, type:
Code:
adb reboot
! If you know what youre doing, you can simply delete all the SmallApp stuff via ROOT Uninstaller.

Thanks for quite a nice guide.
I have done rooting on various devices but this seems to be most complicated ever. [emoji14]
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk

It has been before this guide. Basically what I did was unlocking the bootloader, booting recovery, flashing kernel, flashing root, wipe, restore DRM fake, done.
Firmware wasn't necessary for me and I've made bad experiences with alternate firmwares / radios and so on in the past.

Hi. Do I have to backup my TA partition ?

there no way to backup your TA partition hopefully for now.

How to increase volume of both speakers
I have rooted z5 but don't know how to edit mixer path.xml

Siudzix said:
Hi. Do I have to backup my TA partition ?
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Actually there is no need for it, imho. The fake DRM keys are doing a really good job. X-reality back, after picture processing back. It's also currently not possible to backup them afaik.

DeathStroke said:
Thanks for quite a nice guide.
I have done rooting on various devices but this seems to be most complicated ever. [emoji14]
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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Mate I see you have Z5 E6683 which is dual sim. Were you able to get your phone rooted using this guide?
Many thanks.

I have XPERIA Z5 Dual Sim (E6633) - will this guide work ?

Siudzix said:
I have XPERIA Z5 Dual Sim (E6633) - will this guide work ?
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Yes and no. You need a different kernel and mybe recovery. Everything else is the same. I will include a link in my guide if I find a working kernel.

Rooting Z5
Hi all,
Shall i root the phone without unlocking the Bootloader.I dont want to Unlock the bootloader.So please advise me is this root method is work on Locked Bootloader.
Thanks in advance

ramprasaathks said:
Hi all,
Shall i root the phone without unlocking the Bootloader.I dont want to Unlock the bootloader.So please advise me is this root method is work on Locked Bootloader.
Thanks in advance
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For now, you have to unlock your bootloader to gain root access. There is no other method at the moment. So in conclusion: locked bootloader = no root.

how i root z5 dual 6683

parteek.dandyan said:
how i root z5 dual 6683
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Follow the guide and do it. Its written there.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk

DeathStroke said:
Follow the guide and do it. Its written there.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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Dont blame him. I added this guide for E6683 today. I cant try it myself because I have no E6683, but I hope it will work

alphatact1cs said:
Dont blame him. I added this guide for E6683 today. I cant try it myself because I have no E6683, but I hope it will work
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I was not blaming, I didn't know that you updated today. Would be great in future if you do any update, add the date and following update.
Thank you.
One thing I noticed while reading your guide was TWRP is not for E6683. Will there be any problem? I haven't yet tried your guide because I was in doubt.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk

DeathStroke said:
One thing I noticed while reading your guide was TWRP is not for E6683. Will there be any problem? I haven't yet tried your guide because I was in doubt.
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The new Kernel from monx includes TWRP, so you dont need to flash Recovery...normally. I know that my guide works, but only for E6653. I included a link for E6683, but I also wrote that I cant try it because I havent a Z5 E6683. Anyway, TWRP for E6653 should work for E6683 devices. The main difference is the Kernel.

Guys, what about E6633 ? Is it really bad ?

Siudzix said:
Guys, what about E6633 ? Is it really bad ?
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You can try it at your own risk. Someone said that it will work, but I would be careful.
pesonic said:
Should this be working on E6633 too?
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arismelachrinos said:
+1
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@alphatact1cs are you open to suggestions??
we are currently trying to unify devices index here at xda..
would you like to follow what our fellow brother @kuzibri and @sd_shadow has implemented?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/about-xda/public-index-program-project-t3147245

[BEGINNERS GUIDE][Lollipop 5.1.1 .236] Root,Backup TA, UBL, Install Recovery

NOTE: DON'T HOLD ANYONE RESPONSIBLE IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG DURING THE PROCESS!
This thread contains full information you might need for rooting, backing up TA partition, unlocking bootloader, installing custom recovery, installing custom rom etc.
Some notes below, read them
-I try to keep this thread clean so people have easier time navigating. @derjango has ALOT of info and fixes on his THREAD which is related to this one, give it a read
-Read comments if you have problems. You may find answer and fix there by other users. I wrote this thread few months after I did these steps to my phone so I likely made mistakes (e.g. I forgot or got some steps wrong). If you do see those mistakes or have problems that nobody else has, feel free to ask in comments.
-We will use legit rooting methods and not those sketchy one click root apps
-These instructions may apply for other z line devices but you will have to find ftf files for your own device
-Written for 14.6.A.1.236 firmware but it will work on any version that you have currently.
0. PREPARATIONS
Backup all your data (photos, videos, contacts etc.)
Fully charge your battery
Enable USB debugging
Download the following:
Latest XperiaCompanion from HERE (for drivers mainly)
Sony flashtool from HERE
Follow THIS thread to install adb drivers
Navigate to your C:\Flashtool\drivers and run Flashtool-drivers
Select Flashmode drivers, Fastboot drivers and Xperia Z1 Compact drivers and click install
Now download THIS and THIS and put it in C:\Users\username\.flashTool\firmwares
(Windows 8/8.1/10 users can try - THIS fix if you can't install flashtool drivers)
1. FLASHING .108 FIRMWARE
1.1. Run Flashtool and click on lightning button, make sure flashmode is selected and hit Ok
1.2. In left window click on + symbol until you find 14.4.A.0.108
1.3. Under wipe check both options
1.4. Click Flash
1.5. Wait
1.6. Follow the on screen instructions
(You can release vol- when you see activity in flashtool window)
(If you get device disconnected just unplug phone and repeat all from step 1.1)
1.7. Don't touch anything until blue progress bar disappears. You should see Device disconnected> Device connected in flash mode.
(Don't worry if bar gets stuck near end just let it do it's thing)
1.8. Disconnect phone and reboot
1.9. Done!!!
(Do only basic setup, we won't be staying on this rom for long)
2. ROOTING .108 FIRMWARE
2.1. Make sure USB debugging is enabled
2.2. Download THIS Easy Root Tool by zxz0O0
2.3. Unzip and run install.bat
2.4. Download SuperSu apk form HERE put it in internal storage and install it.
2.5. Update binary normally.
2.6. Done!!! You should have root now.
(Download Root Checker to make sure you do)
3. TA PARTITION BACKUP
(NOTE: This is absolutely not necessary and is only needed if you plan to go back to stock firmware AND use BionZ, X-Reality and Music ID/Gracenote. TA partition and DRM keys stored inside get erased when you unlock bootloader.
3.1 Download THIS Backup TA v9.11 by DevShaft
3.2. Extract and run Backup-TA.bat. You should see backup>TA backup.zip in main folder where you extracted
3.3. Backup whole folder to cloud since you can't flash someone's else backup if you loose yours
3.4. Done!!!
(Read linked thread for useful information and FAQ)
4. UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER
4.1. Dial *#06# on your device. You will see your IMEI code
4.2. Go HERE and scroll to bottom
4.3. Under select device select Z1 Compact and enter your IMEI code
4.4. Check the 2 boxes and click on submit. You will get your unlock code. Copy it to clipboard
4.5. Run Flashtool again and click on "BLU" button
4.6. Connect phone in flashmode.
4.7. When prompted, enter your unlocking code that you copied form SONY website
4.8. Click unlock.
(Follow any instructions that flashtool gives you. I don't remember if there are any after this)
4.9. Done!!! Your bootloader is unlocked!
5. FLASHING RECOVERY
This is how I did it. You can try to skip step 5.2. If it doesn't work try again following all steps
5.1. Download THIS TWRP by 115ek and extract recovery image in new folder
5.2. Run Flashtool and flash 14.6.A.1.236 just like you did with .108 in first step (If you have problems here see THIS comment)
5.3. Now without rebooting or disconnecting your phone flash THIS open bootloader with flashtool just like you flashed system ftf-s.
5.4. Disconnect your phone and press volume up and connect your data cable. You should see blue led.
5.5. Now enter that folder where you extracted recovery image and press shift and right click in empty window area and select Open Command window here (Powershell for windows 10 users should work fine I think. Never used it)
5.6. Type "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img" and hit enter.
5.6 Done!!! You should have your recovery now.
To reboot to recovery first disconnect your phone and hold volume down and power button. Release power button when phone vibrates but keep holding volume down until you see twrp logo.
AND THAT IS IT
Now that you have your recovery and unlocked bootloader you can flash whatever roms, kernels, mods that you want for your phone.
Thanks to:
derjango for his thread mentioned above
munjeni For supplying open bootloader ftf and for giving me support with my problems
Androxyde For Flashtool
Snoop05 For ADB driver tool
zxz0O0 For Root tool And PRF Creator tool
DevShaft For Backup TA tool
115ek For TWRP
[NUT] For XZDualRecovery
kulvertti For SuperSu Dummy

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I'm really struggling to get past unlocking the bootloader and starting to get quite confused.
Sony Companion is up to date.
Flashtool installed and used to flash .108 firmware.
Device is rooted using Easyroot tool.
Supersu installed and binary updated.
When I go to run BLU in Flashtool it prompts me to connect my device whilst holding the volume-down button (so flash mode). A couple of seconds after doing that it prompts me to re-connect the device whilst holding the volume-up button (so fastboot mode), but nothing happens. Blue LED is on the device, but Flashtool does absolutely nothing.
When I check Flashtool-driver it does fail to install the AndroidUsbDeviceClass driver, but when I run the 15-second ADB Installer it completes successfully - plus I was able to flash the firmware earlier so I don't see why I'd now have a driver issue.
Any ideas? It's starting to drive me crazy.

Here is what you can try.
Connect your phone to pc and in command prompt type adb reboot bootloader or hold vol+ and connect your phone
Your phone will be booted to fastboot now
Now type fastboot devices
You should see
XXXXXXXXXblabla fastboot
If you see this that means that your phone is recognized in fastboot by your pc.
If you see <waiting for device> or something else go to your device manager while still in fastboot
IIRC you should see under other devices something like saXXXX or something
You can tell me what exactly it says or you can fix it yourself by googling that number and adding fastboot driver and update it manually through device manager
If you decide to do it yourself make sure you link me website where you link me thread where you found driver and write down instructions so other people can see it
If you have any other problems feel free to reply
Also i just noticed that i didn't include that you lose ta partition when ubl and since you don't have ta backup make sure you make one. You never know when you might need it

Ok, thanks for that I definitely had a problem with driver installation so followed the steps in this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcz4o6fpDGc
Now I am a bit stuck on flashing recovery.
5.2. Run Flashtool and flash 14.6.A.1.236 just like you did with .108 in first step --- do I also check both options under Wipe? will this not remove root?
5.3. Now without rebooting or disconnecting your phone flash THIS just like you did with system ftf-s. --- not sure what I'm meant to do here

Glad you fixed that problem
Flash that file through flashtool just like you flashed system ftf
Also yes that will remove root but we had that root only to backup ta and unlock bootloader. Since you unlocked bootloader and you install twrp you can easily root any rom

I get the "'fastboot' is not a recognised ..." error when trying to flash recovery - using Windows PowerShell as I'm on Win10.
EDIT: running CMD then moving to the location of where ADB was installed and contains Fastoot.exe worked.
Thanks for the guide!

scanz said:
I get the "'fastboot' is not a recognised ..." error when trying to flash recovery - using Windows PowerShell as I'm on Win10.
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That means you don't have fastboot drivers installed. Here is temporary fix that got me out of frustrating situations when i can't install drivers systemwise
https://mega.nz/#F!aBoUXI5Q!RmxLAO638aHNJKLwo00Hew
If it downloads as zip first unzip it and run command prompt/powershell in that folder or in powershell type cd and drag that folder, that should do the same.
fastboot will now be recognised as command
this also includes adb drivers

Just wondering, I'm trying to get Magisk running after finishing the steps in your guide, but it does not pass any of the SafetyNet checks - even basicIntegrity check comes back false. Have you any ideas or experience with this? If so perhaps you could include it as part of the guide

If you get cts fasle that means you flashed rom that comes with supersu preinstalled. You could try installing rom without magisk and removing su then flashing mahgisk.
Not sure about integrity tho. I heard that xposed can cause problems with that.

colaigor said:
5.3. Now without rebooting or disconnecting your phone flash THIS with flashtool just like you flashed system ftf-s.
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I get this:
23/015/2018 22:15:07 - INFO - Selected Bundle for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact(D5503). FW release : 1. Customization : openbootloader
23/015/2018 22:15:07 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
23/015/2018 22:15:07 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Device ready for R/W.
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Reading device information
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Unable to read from phone after having opened it.
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - trying to continue anyway
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Opening TA partition 2
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - Start Flashing
23/015/2018 22:15:08 - INFO - No loader in the bundle. Searching for one
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - INFO - Checking header
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - INFO - Ending flash session
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - ERROR - null
23/015/2018 22:15:13 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
23/015/2018 22:15:14 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
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Are you sure you installed flashtool and other drivers? I can't think of any other cause for this problem right now

I flash 14.6.A.1.236 without problems using flashtool, so drivers should be ok; maybe why I'm using a Mac istead Windows?

_Pano_ said:
I flash 14.6.A.1.236 without problems using flashtool, so drivers should be ok; maybe why I'm using a Mac istead Windows?
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Found this boot bridge for mac users. you may try it and see if it works. Can't really tell you anything about drivers on mac since i never touched one.
Also mega file may be corrupted. You can try downloading from this comment where i downloaded openbl from
Do you have windows machine to try flashing ?

yes, I try tomorrow using Windows 10, thanks

colaigor said:
Found this boot bridge for mac users. you may try it and see if it works. Can't really tell you anything about drivers on mac since i never touched one.
Also mega file may be corrupted. You can try downloading from this comment where i downloaded openbl from
Do you have windows machine to try flashing ?
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ok, I flash .236 linked in your first post and then without rebooting or disconnecting the device I flash openbootloader and I see:
24/020/2018 09:20:14 - INFO - Closing TA partition
24/020/2018 09:20:14 - INFO - Ending flash session
24/020/2018 09:20:14 - INFO - Flashing finished.
24/020/2018 09:20:14 - INFO - Please unplug and start your phone
24/020/2018 09:20:14 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
24/020/2018 09:20:16 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
24/022/2018 09:22:15 - INFO - Selected Bundle for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact(D5503). FW release : 1. Customization : openbootloader
24/022/2018 09:22:15 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
24/022/2018 09:22:15 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
24/022/2018 09:22:15 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
24/022/2018 09:22:16 - INFO - Using Gordon gate drivers version 3.1.0.0
24/022/2018 09:22:16 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
24/022/2018 09:22:16 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
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that's all? 1 second flash?

_Pano_ said:
that's all? 1 second flash?
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Sorry for late answer.
Does it work? I don't remember how much it took to flash tbh

colaigor said:
Sorry for late answer.
Does it work? I don't remember how much it took to flash tbh
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yes, after various attempts: after flashing .236 I had to disconect and reconnect the phone in order to flash openbootloader; otherwise it doens't flash

thank you for these tutorials..I now have a rooted z1compact lollipop 5.11 locked bootloaders..My question is how can I debloat my phone..I want to uninstall other system apps that I don't need and I want to install xposed on my own..sorry I am newbie

xjhayar09 said:
thank you for these tutorials..I now have a rooted z1compact lollipop 5.11 locked bootloaders..My question is how can I debloat my phone..I want to uninstall other system apps that I don't need and I want to install xposed on my own..sorry I am newbie
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You can download Titanium backup from playstore and delete all that you dont need and keep what you nees. Also you can find twrp flashable script that deletes all bloatware. Just sreach xperia lolipop debloat script on xda.