I've been reading all day, yet I still don't have it quite clear.
My phone can not unlock the BL, therefore regardless how many firmwares I will flash it I won't be able to remove branded apps, right? because I need it rooted to remove the apps I don't want.
On the other hand, If I get a code to remove the sim lock when the time comes and the BL may be unlocked, will I be able to unlock the BL, I read in a post something that confused me regarding unlocking the sim by a code from a internet provider, but don't remember where.
Thank You
I got mine networked unlocked and the bootloader is still locked. From my understanding it does not change it to yes by unlocking sim. I have only seen 2 people who said this method worked for them compared to the dozens that tried with no luck.
the only way to have your xperia rooted is through the unlocking BL and flashing rooted kernel or rooted system.img at this time. I suppose in the future there will be more options of doing it, so maybe that will solve your problem of locked BL.
i don't know if there is still the testpoint method for the xps.. but if yes you could try that .. should work afaik.. and if not then just wait for another root method
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i don't know if there is still the testpoint method for the xps.. but if yes you could try that .. should work afaik.. and if not then just wait for another root method
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nope in the xps dosen't work, but i think if you connect the unused usb pin 4 and 5 with a resistance of 301k may come with something, idk if it works becose the 301k is hard to find
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Could the OP just flash a unbranded stock firmware via flashtools?
adsada arc said:
Could the OP just flash a unbranded stock firmware via flashtools?
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I have done already, two actually, the CE1 Generic and the NL Generic(because I heard of the speed).
Before I flash them I got from Antutu 6580
When I flashed the CE1 lower to 6520
And with the NL 6460 and now is 6634
But still some of the apps that came with the phone are still there, seems like the only way to get rid of them is only rooting.
I can't wait to get a way to do it.
By the way does anybody knows of a North America firmware for the LT26i, I can not find one. I live in El Salvador and I want my phone with a firmware for Latin America or the States, main reason is Google Voice another is that if I want to buy something from the Google Play the prices appears in Euros €.
raculucho said:
I've been reading all day, yet I still don't have it quite clear.
My phone can not unlock the BL, therefore regardless how many firmwares I will flash it I won't be able to remove branded apps, right? because I need it rooted to remove the apps I don't want.
On the other hand, If I get a code to remove the sim lock when the time comes and the BL may be unlocked, will I be able to unlock the BL, I read in a post something that confused me regarding unlocking the sim by a code from a internet provider, but don't remember where.
Thank You
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I use unlocked phone, but I guess you can go to sonymobile.com and use sony bootloader unlock to get a code for unlocking your bootloader, although since u have a branded phone you may need a code from your career. when you got the code use fastboot to unlock it. other than these, if you just want root, flash your phone with flashtool to any rom you like. you dont need any bl unlocking for this and you still get the updates from sony. you dont even need any code from career or sony. since xperia S is new there might not be any prerooted rom so be patient and let the xda developers play around to find a way.
Hello, the code desimlockage operator does not allow unlocking
raculucho said:
Before I flash them I got from Antutu 6580
When I flashed the CE1 lower to 6520
And with the NL 6460 and now is 6634
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Antutu ratings fluctuate hugely on their own, test three times in a row and you probably wont get the same result each time.
Use Quadrant as your standard
I think you should wait for another way of rooting
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Hi, new here .
Quick question; has anyone successfully unlocked their XMP with the Wotanserver client? I want to make sure they're reputable and trustworthy before I hand over ~£13. As far as I understand, this is the easiest way to remove a carrier-lock (and no free way exists).
This is mainly so I can then unlock the bootloader and install custom kernels.
Thanks!
I have read from somewhere, that they have unlocked their Xperia with WotanServer and it succeeded. Can't remember, which topic it was....Try searching.
if they use a test point method then you can be almost sure it will work well.
I have unlocked 2 both went without a problem
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But, does it give you fastboot? (To flash new kernels)
ginryu said:
if they use a test point method then you can be almost sure it will work well.
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He needs to remove network-lock, which can be done via WotanServer.
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He needs to remove network-lock, which can be done via WotanServer.
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It can be wotan server or omnius or setool but by my own experience if the server uses the test point method there will be no prob and maybe even will left the bootloader unlock.
You can unlock the sim using test point or imei code. So i don't know if wotanserver uses test point as i don't know if the imei method will unlock the fastboot mode that is why i made a comment about the method.
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But, does it give you fastboot? (To flash new kernels)
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Yes, it does because unlocks bootloader too..
Ok thanks for the replies .
So basically I need to find out from them what method they use (not sure if they'll tell me that :S) and ask if I can unlock the bootloader as a result of using their tool - or if their tool unlocks the bootloader as well.
I'll post here when I get an answer .
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Ok thanks for the replies .
So basically I need to find out from them what method they use (not sure if they'll tell me that :S) and ask if I can unlock the bootloader as a result of using their tool - or if their tool unlocks the bootloader as well.
I'll post here when I get an answer .
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dude, to unlock from wotan server, you use the test point method.. And when o unlock your phone from network, it will unlock bootloader too, so you don't have to worry with that anymore... btw, after unlock your phone, don't do officials updates from sony, it will brick your phone..
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dude, to unlock from wotan server, you use the test point method.. And when o unlock your phone from network, it will unlock bootloader too, so you don't have to worry with that anymore... btw, after unlock your phone, don't do officials updates from sony, it will brick your phone..
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Ok thanks, I guess I'll go ahead with this then.
Just to clarify on your last point; it's the bootloader unlock which won't play nice with sony updates, right? So if I want to use an official update in the future I can just re-lock the bootloader but keep the network unlocked?
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Ok thanks, I guess I'll go ahead with this then.
Just to clarify on your last point; it's the bootloader unlock which won't play nice with sony updates, right? So if I want to use an official update in the future I can just re-lock the bootloader but keep the network unlocked?
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I think you just need to install with flashtool.. but I'm not sure..
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Ok thanks, I guess I'll go ahead with this then.
Just to clarify on your last point; it's the bootloader unlock which won't play nice with sony updates, right? So if I want to use an official update in the future I can just re-lock the bootloader but keep the network unlocked?
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From what we know at the moment, yes it is so.
Not much people have network locked phone, so we don't have much information.
And yes, unlocked bootloader will not let Sony updates to be installed.
Hello
Just purchased a SK17i Xperia Mini Pro Black Version that is locked to 02 (UK network). I am obvously new to all this stuff but do have a basic understanding but here are some questions:
1) I am thinking of waiting until Android 4.0 is Officially released by SE to update my phone (btw, anyone know when the update is coming). Was wondering when I update will I still be able to root my phone?
2) When I root (if I can) I want to install Set CPU to overclock my phone. However I have heard this drains batteries? Is this true and if so how can I make my phone faster?
3) I need to unlock my phone. Can this be done for free after rooting? If not, can someone link me to the cheapest place I can get this unlocked from?
Thanks in advance to anyone that answers
Hey dude,welcome to XMP family.
1)According to Xperia Blog,XMP will get the ICS update in the end of May or early June,after the first wave for arcS,neoV and ray.I don't know whether we can root it on official ICS or not,but I think to get a rooted phone is easy once you unlock the bootloader,and besides,there are so many developers here.
2)When it comes to overclocking,apparently it would cause battery drain faster.But with my experience,I hardly feel its difference on SE stock Rom.As for custom rom like FXP's,which I has used for a while,it drains about 2~3% per hour while idle(drop speed is two times than stock.)
3)Certainly you can unlock your phone for free,see this thread & tutorial.But it should be noticed that once you unlock it then you may invalidate your warranty.
Mine is on FXP CM9(ICS) and it's kind of laggy,but I can't tell it's because of the ICS rom or existed bugs.As SE said,we may not have the same experience like Gingerbread if we update to ICS.
noradoor said:
Hey dude,welcome to XMP family.
1)According to Xperia Blog,XMP will get the ICS update in the end of May or early June,after the first wave for arcS,neoV and ray.I don't know whether we can root it on official ICS or not,but I think to get a rooted phone is easy once you unlock the bootloader,and besides,there are so many developers here.
2)When it comes to overclocking,apparently it would cause battery drain faster.But with my experience,I hardly feel its difference on SE stock Rom.As for custom rom like FXP's,which I has used for a while,it drains about 2~3% per hour while idle(drop speed is two times than stock.)
3)Certainly you can unlock your phone for free,see this thread & tutorial.But it should be noticed that once you unlock it then you may invalidate your warranty.
Mine is on FXP CM9(ICS) and it's kind of laggy,but I can't tell it's because of the ICS rom or existed bugs.As SE said,we may not have the same experience like Gingerbread if we update to ICS.
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Hello mate, thanks for the great post
I think I will leave stock ROM once updated actually, seems to be running fine atm as it is.
I think I will still update to the official ICS when it comes out as does look worth it.
Just about no. 3) I think your talking about after rooting, the process to get custom ROMs by unlocking the bootloader? I was talking about the network? lol
Unless I'm mistaken?
Thanks again
subbyhasan said:
Hello mate, thanks for the great post
I think I will leave stock ROM once updated actually, seems to be running fine atm as it is.
I think I will still update to the official ICS when it comes out as does look worth it.
Just about no. 3) I think your talking about after rooting, the process to get custom ROMs by unlocking the bootloader? I was talking about the network? lol
Unless I'm mistaken?
Thanks again
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There is no way to get your phone unlocked from a network for free but WontanServer offers an unlocking for $15. You can try that out. Just type WontanServer in Google and click the 1st link. WontanServer is legit and won't steal your money
Though as a warning you might not be able to update to ICS as it also might unlock your bootloader. Just double check, as I am not 100% sure. Also it will void your warranty
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There is no way to get your phone unlocked from a network for free but WontanServer offers an unlocking for $15. You can try that out. Just type WontanServer in Google and click the 1st link. WontanServer is legit and won't steal your money
Though as a warning you might not be able to update to ICS as it also might unlock your bootloader. Just double check, as I am not 100% sure. Also it will void your warranty
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Thanks alot, will take a look at that website
What do you mean by updating to ICS will unlock my bootloader? Isn't that a good thing? Don't mind about warranty, can have that sorted out but don't understand the bold line mate
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good thing in the sense? If you don't bother about warranty then you can try custom ROM ics.but the problem is some bugs are not fixed by developers they will take time.main bug is camera not working..i am using ics so just check k? Good luck
Xperian8~ click thanks if it helps...
subbyhasan said:
What do you mean by updating to ICS will unlock my bootloader? Isn't that a good thing? Don't mind about warranty, can have that sorted out but don't understand the bold line mate
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He meant that the Wotanserver network-unlock method might unlock your bootloader (which it does). This bootloader unlock, whilst giving you access to custom ROMs etc, might not behave with official SONY updates (such as ICS) - I'd link you for proof but I'm not allowed to due to my low post count .
Also, Google 'Omnius Unlock'. They will unlock your phone for free over the next few days (Easter promotion). I'm not sure how reputable those guys are though so you'll want to check.
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
subbyhasan said:
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
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If your phone's bootloader is unlocked you can not recieve any official update through Sony as it will brick your phone but you can install a ICS ROM.
subbyhasan said:
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
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Well I'm not sure about 'stupid', you'll have to weigh it up. If you look in the development section, there's already a very useable version of ICS (look for MiniCMSanwich), which is potentially better than Sony's bloatware-infused and themed version (not to mention probably unrootable) due in a couple of months.
I think it's mainly FOTA bricks that happen (over-the air updating from Sony), and some bootloader unlocks allow for this by just patching the bootloader to make it seem unlocked (any SETool unlock will do this). So there are a number of options.
Be careful also of some bootloader methods stripping the DRM keys, these are used by Sony services like TrackID, which will cease to work (permanently) following a bootloader unlock.
Edit: There's a distinct difference between a network unlock and a bootloader unlock, the former will nearly always also execute the latter, but the latter can be done by itself (obviously only on unbranded phones). The method of getting a custom ROM is basically network unlock > bootloader unlock > root > install custom kernel > install custom ROM. Root can be done before the unlocks, I believe.
I'm new to all this too, only trying to explain because I know how much of a total pain it was to work it all out .
BudgyN1 said:
If your phone's bootloader is unlocked you can not recieve any official update through Sony as it will brick your phone but you can install a ICS ROM.
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He is talking about network lock.
Network lock stays away, updating probably won't lock it again, but no one has tried and we do not have any sure information
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
notoxa said:
Well I'm not sure about 'stupid', you'll have to weigh it up. If you look in the development section, there's already a very useable version of ICS (look for MiniCMSanwich), which is potentially better than Sony's bloatware-infused and themed version (not to mention probably unrootable) due in a couple of months.
I think it's mainly FOTA bricks that happen (over-the air updating from Sony), and some bootloader unlocks allow for this by just patching the bootloader to make it seem unlocked (any SETool unlock will do this). So there are a number of options.
Be careful also of some bootloader methods stripping the DRM keys, these are used by Sony services like TrackID, which will cease to work (permanently) following a bootloader unlock.
Edit: There's a distinct difference between a network unlock and a bootloader unlock, the former will nearly always also execute the latter, but the latter can be done by itself (obviously only on unbranded phones). The method of getting a custom ROM is basically network unlock > bootloader unlock > root > install custom kernel > install custom ROM. Root can be done before the unlocks, I believe.
I'm new to all this too, only trying to explain because I know how much of a total pain it was to work it all out .
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Ah, right. Makes everything at lot clearer thanks
So if I do unlock through the Wotanserver place, my bootloader will be unlocked but I wouldn't be able to get official ICS, but a just as good if not better copy? Is the ROM fully stable as in does everything function fine? I have heard of an ICS ROM which stopped HD recording on Xperias. Does this have any such problem?
Someguyfromhell said:
He is talking about network lock.
Network lock stays away, updating probably won't lock it again, but no one has tried and we do not have any sure information
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Hopefully will but doubt I can update now anyways
Can I just say thank you to every single poster on this thread. You have all been immensely helpful. There are few forums which reply so quickly and as well as many people on here have done so thanks a lot to everyone
ya noob question
but help..
im not able to load the ftf file or even see it from the flashtool
i put it in the firmware folder
check the image i attached and see if you can help
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ya noob question
but help..
im not able to load the ftf file or even see it from the flashtool
i put it in the firmware folder
check the image i attached and see if you can help
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What you on about mate? Make your own thread
Also, just a quick question to add: Do I have to go to SE to get my boot loader unlocked? Or will it automatically unlock with Flashtool when I flash the Kernel?
Thanks
subbyhasan said:
What you on about mate? Make your own thread
Also, just a quick question to add: Do I have to go to SE to get my boot loader unlocked? Or will it automatically unlock with Flashtool when I flash the Kernel?
Thanks
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MY flashtooll aint showing the ftf files..
and you need to unlock bootloader..
got to http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
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you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
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Thanks for that, do you have a link for me which I can use?
And just generally, can I add that this is the way to get MiniCMSanwich ROM on my XMP:
Root (zerg's software) (not needed but useful so might as well do it then)
Unlock Bootloader (from SE's website or the link which hopefully the above poster/someone else gives me)
Kernel Installation (Flashtool)
Finally, flash the ROM and Gapps using Clockwork Mod Recovery
Thanks
piotrasss87 said:
you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
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It is the same unlock method, just everything brought to one place by that app maker.
Rooting your phone before custom ROM installation is not needed, because old ROM(stock) gets deleted anyway and custom ROMs include root already.
Someguyfromhell said:
It is the same unlock method, just everything brought to one place by that app maker.
Rooting your phone before custom ROM installation is not needed, because old ROM(stock) gets deleted anyway and custom ROMs include root already.
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Ah, right will probably leave it then
Thanks a lot
As I said its make much easyer
there you go mate http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613
Hi All
Excellent work on getting the locked boot-loader root I now have a rooted z2. Is there any chance someone could look at changing the status of boot-loader unlock allowed=no to yes (if at all possible). I have lots of faith in you all and I will be a happy bunny if/when I can get a custom kernel to run on my phone.
Thanks in advance
goldblock said:
Hi All
Excellent work on getting the locked boot-loader root I now have a rooted z2. Is there any chance someone could look at changing the status of boot-loader unlock allowed=no to yes (if at all possible). I have lots of faith in you all and I will be a happy bunny if/when I can get a custom kernel to run on my phone.
Thanks in advance
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Just curious, which versions have LOCKED bootloaders??? I just ordered a Z2 and I'm hoping mine is unlocked.
ZPaul2Fresh8 said:
Just curious, which versions have LOCKED bootloaders??? I just ordered a Z2 and I'm hoping mine is unlocked.
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Every Z2 comes locked but some are not unlockable. To answer OPs question there is no way to unlock it with bootloader unlock allowed = no.
Xernoxis said:
Every Z2 comes locked but some are not unlockable. To answer OPs question there is no way to unlock it with bootloader unlock allowed = no.
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I got that part, I was just gathering general knowledge about it since I'm going to be very new to this device. Mine should be unlockable since it's "Network Unlocked". Yes I do know the difference between Bootloader and SIM lock, just stating that typically ones that are factory unlocked for use on any GSM network also have unlockable bootloaders.
I guess that makes me a happy camper
O.K
I have been in contact with O2 (Via Online Gurus) who have told me two different things on two different occasions,
1) You need to unlock your Sim lock with a code (which I did from them) and then flash a generic unbranded FTF. This will change the rooting status from NO to YES........................... This did not work
2) You need to talk to Sony as it was them who locked it................. Gahhhh
I have sent Sony an email saying this and I am just waiting for a reply.....................
Now we wait
goldblock said:
O.K
I have been in contact with O2 (Via Online Gurus) who have told me two different things on two different occasions,
1) You need to unlock your Sim lock with a code (which I did from them) and then flash a generic unbranded FTF. This will change the rooting status from NO to YES........................... This did not work
2) You need to talk to Sony as it was them who locked it................. Gahhhh
I have sent Sony an email saying this and I am just waiting for a reply.....................
Now we wait
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I think now you'll have to buy a new phone from no operators at all if you want it bootloader unlockable.
Although I'm curious. Here in Greece all phones come unlocked even from operators. I mean Sim unlocked but they are branded. I bought mine from Commode and I checked three of them and their bootloader was Yes on unlock status.
Weird.
Need help for tutorial to unbrick xz1 701so Softbank n where to download the stock rom
The bootloader locked
Please help
T.I.A
download firmware : https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
flasher tool :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
also Google.com
TEK023 said:
download firmware : https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
flasher tool :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
also Google.com
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Thanks
I will try it tonight
I saw ur post, to change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
Is there any other way without buying ?
you can't
you can use temp root but only with oreo 8.0 firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...1c-xz1-xzp-temp-root-exploit-via-cve-t4046641
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you can't
you can use temp root but only with oreo 8.0 firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...1c-xz1-xzp-temp-root-exploit-via-cve-t4046641
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Thanka for fast respond My friend
Mine is xz1 701SO doesnt listed there
If i can flash with assuming to unbrick n flash the oreo ftf, hope it can change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
But if i can flash n reboot to oreo n try to use the temp root so i can debloat some apps i dont need
My god i really need to root n flash cusrom so i can play a game smooth. I spent all my saving to buy this xz1 n now i regret it.
Any other suggestion ?
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Thanka for fast respond My friend
Mine is xz1 701SO doesnt listed there
If i can flash with assuming to unbrick n flash the oreo ftf, hope it can change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
But if i can flash n reboot to oreo n try to use the temp root so i can debloat some apps i dont need
My god i really need to root n flash cusrom so i can play a game smooth. I spent all my saving to buy this xz1 n now i regret it.
Any other suggestion ?
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the unlock tool itself supports all kinds of xz1. but i've heard that the xz1 sov36 version got no signal problem after using the paid unlocking software.
about the bootloader no to yes possibility by flashing global rom, i guess there's 50/50 chance here. some say they finally got yes, some say no. in my experience, i would say not really since the "No" option is embedded in the hardware itself
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the unlock tool itself supports all kinds of xz1. but i've heard that the xz1 sov36 version got no signal problem after using the paid unlocking software.
about the bootloader no to yes possibility by flashing global rom, i guess there's 50/50 chance here. some say they finally got yes, some say no. in my experience, i would say not really since the "No" option is embedded in the hardware itself
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I agree with you, ive done many time while i still had my z1c
Xz1 is different, 701SO softbank also way so different from other variant.
I tried flashed the global oreo, but failed, i flashed the global Pie but still allowed : no
N ive just unbrick my xz1, its my only smartphone. Damn cant do anything to get it unlocked n rooted
I felt dissapointed bought it, i shouldve check it first before pay it
Lost149ers said:
I agree with you, ive done many time while i still had my z1c
Xz1 is different, 701SO softbank also way so different from other variant.
I tried flashed the global oreo, but failed, i flashed the global Pie but still allowed : no
N ive just unbrick my xz1, its my only smartphone. Damn cant do anything to get it unlocked n rooted
I felt dissapointed bought it, i shouldve check it first before pay it
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haha, don't lose hope my friend. i used a program to change that for my xz1 701so. unfortunately, it's paid and costs around $30. this will also help for simlock devices
that's why i'm still a loyal sony fan. with sony’s supporting aosp, i think i'd never leave sony ecosystem
this program should be viral to people who want to root their sony phone but use japan version. so we can increase more people in developing more rom for sony phones.
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haha, don't lose hope my friend. i used a program to change that for my xz1 701so. unfortunately, it's paid and costs around $30. this will also help for simlock devices
that's why i'm still a loyal sony fan. with sony’s supporting aosp, i think i'd never leave sony ecosystem
this program should be viral to people who want to root their sony phone but use japan version. so we can increase more people in developing more rom for sony phones.
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Yes, ive read bout that too, but $30 for me is a high amount, i can live 2 month with $30 ?.
I was hope someone can make a rootable rom just like z1c without UBL, ?
What I need is just to debloat my xz1 n change the kernel for gaming n better battery
But, Im a nomadic backpacker so . . Im glad i can unbrick it, now i will just live with it
I have unlocked BL of 701SO using qunlocktool
damncut said:
I have unlocked BL of 701SO using qunlocktool
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i got "Command did not succeed" error trying to unlock BL after getting the Yes option through qunlocktool. Any help? I'm on latest SoftBank Pie 47.2.D.1.133. I even turned on OEM Unlocking, USB Debugging as well as double checking the IMEI which I entered correctly at Sony's Unlock Code page.....
I don't want my $30 "unlock" to be such a waste though....
NextGeneration9501 said:
i got "Command did not succeed" error trying to unlock BL after getting the Yes option through qunlocktool. Any help? I'm on latest SoftBank Pie 47.2.D.1.133. I even turned on OEM Unlocking, USB Debugging as well as double checking the IMEI which I entered correctly at Sony's Unlock Code page.....
I don't want my $30 "unlock" to be such a waste though....
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mine boot loader code changed when unlocking through qunlocktool
pls check qunlocktool log.below is mine
Checking for signature ...
Waiting for calculation process ...
RESPONSE: "SUCCESS" [1597]
BOOTLOADER UNLOCK CODE: 1234567890ABCDEF
UNLOCK DONE
Elapsed: 49 secs.
damncut said:
mine boot loader code changed when unlocking through qunlocktool
pls check qunlocktool log.below is mine
Checking for signature ...
Waiting for calculation process ...
RESPONSE: "SUCCESS" [1597]
BOOTLOADER UNLOCK CODE: 1234567890ABCDEF
UNLOCK DONE
Elapsed: 49 secs.
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wow ?. huge thanks mate ??????. my qunlock also outputs the same bootloader code as yours and finally succeeded unlocked BL. but rip the drm keys though. no way to back them up. phone always fail booting global rom.
this phone is really weird ?. other xperia phones i used like x performance and x compact that i used to unlock with qunlocktool before (ended up in the drawer) can unlock with sony's code.....
anyways, really huge thanks mate!!!
After updating my xperia few months back, it lost both IMEI's and ability to see sim cards with that. Also the battery started to drain significantly faster.
Now I have unlocked bootloader and rooted it, hoping it would fix it, but it didn't help. ( I've used this guide for rooting https://www.droidwin.com/unlock-bootloader-and-root-sony-xperia-1-iv/) Xperia Companion did not work either, it would just give out an error everytime.
I would imagine getting to stock could solve this, but as I understood Sony don't want you to have a good life and there's no places to get old firmware for my model.
I'm really bad with all of this, so I would be really grateful for any help, to restore my phone from being a tablet.
Did you flashed another firmware? Like US firmware? Because if you did that doesn't work on ct72
Edit: Also companion won't work with unlock bootloader
raven213 said:
Did you flashed another firmware? Like US firmware? Because if you did that doesn't work on ct72
Edit: Also companion won't work with unlock bootloader
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what doesn't work on ct72?
Companion didn't work before I unlocked bootloader
also should I use newflasher to flash?
Update: tried flashing it with Newflasher and completely bricked it.
Sorry to hear the news. You should of contacted SONY for its warranty if the update was OTA. Unlocking the bootloader usually voids the warranty.
retrol said:
Sorry to hear the news. You should of contacted SONY for its warranty if the update was OTA. Unlocking the bootloader usually voids the warranty.
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I did, but this model is not from region so they wouldn't help. I think there's still ways to fix it, but doubt I can do it alone without an extensive guide
Also does anyone know if there's ways to lock bootloader without access to fastboot?
Danyadan said:
I did, but this model is not from region so they wouldn't help. I think there's still ways to fix it, but doubt I can do it alone without an extensive guide
Also does anyone know if there's ways to lock bootloader without access to fastboot?
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If your bootloader isn't unlocked then companion should work have you try restoring with that?
raven213 said:
If your bootloader isn't unlocked then companion should work have you try restoring with that?
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Bootloader is unlocked already
Dang! I wonder if SONY will deny support for using an out of region device while working/living outside your native country or if they will say to contact the appropriate customer support link according to the device region.
Hope it can be fixed.