Hi,
I'm trying to understand what are the steps I have to follow to get a custom recovery on my Sony Xperia U but I'm loosing in tons of threads... I understood that I have to unlock the bootloader, root, install recovery and flash zips but I can't figure out a unique way to do it. Also, it seems that Xperia U is similar to other sony devices, but it isn't always clear if one thing is applicable also to xperia U.
Could you link me some threads to follow?
Thank you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2528466
Here is the CM11 link, follow the steps in thread
So no need to unlock bootloader, root phone and install recovery?
fabo.92 said:
So no need to unlock bootloader, root phone and install recovery?
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Yes, but root is not needed. Follow this video for unlocking bootloader and installing recovery. Sony Xperia U Tutorial: Unlock Bootloader, Root, …: http://youtu.be/V232-3tZddE
If you are using Windows 8 or 8.1, use this, it worked for me; http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2664396
For KitKat, Sony Xperia U Tutorial: Installing KitKat 4.4: http://youtu.be/IFzw4PskDIM Good luck
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Hi!
I have an Xperia U ICS flashed using flashtool. Unrooted and Locked. I do want to root/unlock, I just had a few questions first.
- Can I root my phone WITHOUT unlocking the bootloader?.. as I heard that unlocking ones bootloader is risky and can damage the phone.
I really have no idea as to how to root a phone as I'm totally new to droid ( 1st android phone ) ! So it would be really helpful if someone at least posted a link(s) for a tutorial. (The right tutorial for a newbie! ) If possible, I want to root my phone WITHOUT unlocking the bootloader.
- What is the difference between Root with Locked bootloader & Root with Unlocked bootloader?
And regarding ROMs, I also heard that custom ROMs are really much better than the stock ones, So If anyone could help me choosing the best ROM for my Xperia U would be helpful too. Also a tutorial link as to how to install a custom ROM. User reviews would be real helpful here, People who have custom Xperia U ROMs, HELP!
Help out guys
P.S I know there are tutorials out there, I just don't know which one to follow.
Just follow the instructions here to root your phone :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
And then install cmw for your phone to install custom ROM'S
If the info helped you click the thanks button..
Sent from my LT26i
What is CMW and how to install those?! Dude you gotta be little more specific with , I'm new here!
Clockwork recovery (cmw) is to install new rom and to backup..
Follow instruction here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756346
If the info helped you click the thanks button
Sent from my LT26i
sunil.s125 said:
Just follow the instructions here to root your phone :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
And then install cmw for your phone to install custom ROM'S
If the info helped you click the thanks button..
Sent from my LT26i
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sunil.s125 said:
Clockwork recovery (cmw) is to install new rom and to backup..
Follow instruction here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756346
If the info helped you click the thanks button
Sent from my LT26i
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I appreciate you reply man, I also have a few other questions too in my post. You can answer them if you wish to, Or I'll just wait for someone else too. And also for the tuts.
Hi..
Dude I don't use xperia U so can't help you on rom, which ones best for your device ....
If the info helped you click the thanks button
Sent from my LT26i
Alright, I 'll just wait then.
Bootloader unlocked means u can try different roms now bt u loose ur warranty and u also need to flash a custom kernel for custom rom
Rooting I guess has nothing to do wid bootloader being locked or unlocked
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kushalsv said:
Hi!
I have an Xperia U ICS flashed using flashtool. Unrooted and Locked. I do want to root/unlock, I just had a few questions first.
- Can I root my phone WITHOUT unlocking the bootloader?.. as I heard that unlocking ones bootloader is risky and can damage the phone.
I really have no idea as to how to root a phone as I'm totally new to droid ( 1st android phone ) ! So it would be really helpful if someone at least posted a link(s) for a tutorial. (The right tutorial for a newbie! ) If possible, I want to root my phone WITHOUT unlocking the bootloader.
- What is the difference between Root with Locked bootloader & Root with Unlocked bootloader?
And regarding ROMs, I also heard that custom ROMs are really much better than the stock ones, So If anyone could help me choosing the best ROM for my Xperia U would be helpful too. Also a tutorial link as to how to install a custom ROM. User reviews would be real helpful here, People who have custom Xperia U ROMs, HELP!
Help out guys
P.S I know there are tutorials out there, I just don't know which one to follow.
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Yes you can root your phone without locking the bootloader, when you unlock the bootloader you void your warranty. A locked bootloader doesnt void your warranty, but doesnt allow you to be able to flash all custom roms, some need an unlocked bootloader to work. Cannot help you with guides because i use the Xperia P, good luck though.
MadManMark said:
Yes you can root your phone without locking the bootloader, when you unlock the bootloader you void your warranty. A locked bootloader doesnt void your warranty, but doesnt allow you to be able to flash all custom roms, some need an unlocked bootloader to work. Cannot help you with guides because i use the Xperia P, good luck though.
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Thanks!:good: Alright, So I've decided, I'll root my phone without unlocking my bootloader, So any help here please?
And are there any ROMs I can apply to a locked bootloader? Help Xperia U users please!
root without unlock bootloader it still save to be use and doesn't void your warranty
you still can try some custom ROM but definitely never to custom kernel
Just bought a Z on stock 4.2.2
Model SGP311
Build: 10.31.C.0.136
I'd like to install a custom recovery and root it also.
Which is better for the Z, CWM or TWRP?
Is there a thread that has a guide on rooting & recovery?
Also should I bother updating to official 4.3?
Anyone can help out? Not sure if I want to perform the OTA update before rooting and saving a backup just in case.
sd_dracula said:
Anyone can help out? Not sure if I want to perform the OTA update before rooting and saving a backup just in case.
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Check out Nut's threads on DualRecovery. You can have both recovery ... Vol UP for CWM and Vol DOWN for TWRP
Crash338 said:
Check out Nut's threads on DualRecovery. You can have both recovery ... Vol UP for CWM and Vol DOWN for TWRP
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Do I need to update to latest FW to unlock the bootloader in order to root?
I remember having to do that for my TF300T in the past.
sd_dracula said:
Do I need to update to latest FW to unlock the bootloader in order to root?
I remember having to do that for my TF300T in the past.
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Nope. Depends on what you want to flash to your tablet. My bootloader is unlockable but I didn't unlock it, didn't have the need to. You can flash any Sony firmware and get root with them without unlocking your bootloader. If you will keep running the stock Sony ROM but only want to root and recovery then you don't need to unlock your bootloader. Only unlock your bootloader in order to flash a custom ROM, basically to flash a different kernel...and don't forget to backup your TA if you unlock your bootloader or bye bye Bravia Engine.
I had the TF101 and the TF300T also ... I find this one way easier to molest. hehehee ... The Xperia tablet Z is a very nice upgrade from the TF300T
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Nope. Depends on what you want to flash to your tablet. My bootloader is unlockable but I didn't unlock it, didn't have the need to. You can flash any Sony firmware and get root with them without unlocking your bootloader. If you will keep running the stock Sony ROM but only want to root and recovery then you don't need to unlock your bootloader. Only unlock your bootloader in order to flash a custom ROM, basically to flash a different kernel...and don't forget to backup your TA if you unlock your bootloader or bye bye Bravia Engine.
I had the TF101 and the TF300T also ... I find this one way easier to molest. hehehee ... The Xperia tablet Z is a very nice upgrade from the TF300T
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Ok, for now root and recovery is all I want. So no need to unlock bootloader, yet. I had to do it on the TF300 for the custom ROM, you're right.
TA is a partition right? Haven't heard about it before.
Can it be backed up via recovery?
sd_dracula said:
Ok, for now root and recovery is all I want. So no need to unlock bootloader, yet. I had to do it on the TF300 for the custom ROM, you're right.
TA is a partition right? Haven't heard about it before.
Can it be backed up via recovery?
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Best method to backup your TA partition is too use this tool (need to have root on your tab first) :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
If you don't want to unlock bootloader you don't have to care about TA.
Please note that with xperia device you can relock bootloader once unlocked if you have made a backup of the TA partition ( not the case with asus TF300)
ibis69 said:
Best method to backup your TA partition is too use this tool (need to have root on your tab first) :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
If you don't want to unlock bootloader you don't have to care about TA.
Please note that with xperia device you can relock bootloader once unlocked if you have made a backup of the TA partition ( not the case with asus TF300)
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Thanks for the replies.
I will make a backup of everything just to be safe.
I always do after rooting
sd_dracula said:
Thanks for the replies.
I will make a backup of everything just to be safe.
I always do after rooting
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Forgot to ask, if I update via OTA to 4.3, will I lose the root?
Also do you guys have a link for step-by-step root/recovery guide?
Hmm acording to this thread you need to be unlocked to install CWM. can it be done without?
sd_dracula said:
Forgot to ask, if I update via OTA to 4.3, will I lose the root?
Also do you guys have a link for step-by-step root/recovery guide?
Hmm acording to this thread you need to be unlocked to install CWM. can it be done without?
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I don't believe OTA will work if you are rooted. Even if you get the notification, the update wont go through. What you need to do is downgrade to 4.2.2 or 4.1.2 and root with DoomLord's 1 click root, then you install DualRecovery from Nut's thread and flash the zip of the latest firmware for your tablet model, Power off without rebooting and flash a stripped FTF of that build. Reboot and you will have the latest firmware rooted and DualRecovery already installed. I don't know which tablet model you have but the threads with explanation are there.
This is one of them: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588442
* You don't need to unlock your BL to install either CWM or TWRP
sd_dracula said:
Forgot to ask, if I update via OTA to 4.3, will I lose the root?
Also do you guys have a link for step-by-step root/recovery guide?
Hmm acording to this thread you need to be unlocked to install CWM. can it be done without?
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Ota will not work, if you're still on 10.31.C.0.136 and you want last 4.3 rom with root on locked bootloader you have to do this :
1) Root 10.31.C.0.136 with this tool (vroot) : http://www.mgyun.com/en/GetVRoot
2) Then Install @[NUT] dual recovery : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2261606, you need to dl this file from his repository : http://nut.xperia-files.com/downloa...scmVjb3ZlcnkyLjcuOTQtQkVUQS5pbnN0YWxsZXIuemlw
You will now have a rooted rom with custom recovery
3) Make a nandroid backup
4) Next to upgrade to last 4.3 rom (10.4.1.B.0.109),first read this thread for the 'how to' :http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588442 but you have to use the files from this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2671276
Need some reading to understand the process but this is the only way atm
Thanks.
I have the dualrecovery installed and did a backup also.
I believe it is also rooted (there wan an option to root after installing the dualrecovery mod)
Is there any major beneficial reason to go from 4.2.2 to 4.3?
sd_dracula said:
Thanks.
I have the dualrecovery installed and did a backup also.
I believe it is also rooted (there wan an option to root after installing the dualrecovery mod)
Is there any major beneficial reason to go from 4.2.2 to 4.3?
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New UI on most of Sony apps, as well as being more updated, few more functions here and there...
Plus some of the stuff from here:
http://www.android.com/about/jelly-bean/
Ok I need some help to root my Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP 321. It is not the first device I have rooted but.....all the other devices where not as complicated as the Sony Xperia Tablet Z. I am currently running build 10.5.A.0.230 and the bootloader is still locked. I have got the bootloader key and followed the instruction but it gives me constantly error messages that it can not connect or wrong adress. Doomlord kit I can't get to run.
Maybe someone can help me and give me a step by step instruction for it is very confusing and I am getting pretty frustrated.
Thanks in advance
TNI
Trniedner said:
Ok I need some help to root my Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP 321. It is not the first device I have rooted but.....all the other devices where not as complicated as the Sony Xperia Tablet Z. I am currently running build 10.5.A.0.230 and the bootloader is still locked. I have got the bootloader key and followed the instruction but it gives me constantly error messages that it can not connect or wrong adress. Doomlord kit I can't get to run.
Maybe someone can help me and give me a step by step instruction for it is very confusing and I am getting pretty frustrated.
Thanks in advance
TNI
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use Easy Root tool and get root without unlocking bootloader in a few easy steps.
Rootk1t said:
use Easy Root tool and get root without unlocking bootloader in a few easy steps.
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can i then also install custorm roms or only the root rights
Trniedner said:
can i then also install custorm roms or only the root rights
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No, custom roms require an unlocked bootloader, unless they're using the stock Sony kernel.
As for rooting: google towelroot, one click root, no Pc needed and made by the one and only Geohot!
Regards
Hi guys,
Is there a way to root my Sony Xperia Z2 without flashing it? I just wanna root access nothing else.
I tried several methods and looked on YT but it didn't work for me =(
officalknight said:
Hi guys,
Is there a way to root my Sony Xperia Z2 without flashing it? I just wanna root access nothing else.
I tried several methods and looked on YT but it didn't work for me =(
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You need to downgrade to 4.4.2 for root.
I don't need to. I just unlocked ? the bootloader and flashed the system with a CM Based recovery. After that I installed Chainfires SuperSu via SD card. Works for me, Android 4.4.4
officalknight said:
Hi guys,
Is there a way to root my Sony Xperia Z2 without flashing it?
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officalknight said:
I don't need to. I just unlocked ? the bootloader and *flashed* the system with a CM Based recovery
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Lol
Yea sorry flashed the device by accident while I installed the CM Recovery. Had to install everything again but now it works.
It was just a poor question.
If you do not want to unlock your bootloader, you need to flash 4.4.2 rom
If you do want to unlock your bootloader, you need to flash a new kernel.
Either way there is flashing involved. It just depends on what you meant by your original question.
Just thought that flashing the device is not needed. But I was wrong. Unlocking the bootloader was no problem.
officalknight said:
Just thought that flashing the device is not needed. But I was wrong. Unlocking the bootloader was no problem.
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Did you backup your ta partition first before unlocking bootloader so you dont lose your drm keys and warranty etc?
I recently purchased Xperia Z2 Tablet WiFi (SGP511) with Lollipop 5.0.2 - fw -23.1.A.0.690... Can some walk me into root this device, I've check XDA forums but it does not give a clear step by step how to. Any help will be appreciated.
braulioacosta said:
I recently purchased Xperia Z2 Tablet WiFi (SGP511) with Lollipop 5.0.2 - fw -23.1.A.0.690... Can some walk me into root this device, I've check XDA forums but it does not give a clear step by step how to. Any help will be appreciated.
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Basically the steps are as follows: Downgrade to Android 4.4.2 using Flashtool, then root with TowelRoot, install XZDualRecovery, then install a prerooted flashable Lollipop with TWRP if you like Lollipop. No need to unlock the bootloader. All the information should be available in the forum. Good luck!
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Basically the steps are as follows: Downgrade to Android 4.4.2 using Flashtool, then root with TowelRoot, install XZDualRecovery, then install a prerooted flashable Lollipop with TWRP if you like Lollipop. No need to unlock the bootloader. All the information should be available in the forum. Good luck!
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Thanks for the info, question...
Can I just flash it using this " http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/update-t3082546 "?. i'm thinking this is already rooted.
Also, i do need to unlock bootloader, correct?
sorry for my noobness
braulioacosta said:
Thanks for the info, question...
Can I just flash it using this " http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/update-t3082546 "?. i'm thinking this is already rooted.
Also, i do need to unlock bootloader, correct?
sorry for my noobness
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That would be the last step to use the prerooted flashable.
I would recommend not unlocking your bootloader. If you want to unlock it, you need to run an additional program to backup your DRM keys, otherwise they will be lost for good.
You will need the correct 4.4.2 FTF file for your model number, then use Flashtool to flash it. It will wipe everything and restore to factory defaults. Instructions in the following post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/ftf-collection-locked-unlocked-bl-t3061431
Then you can basically follow the instructions in this post to root:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2792056
And XZDualRecovery from this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2794175