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Good day, XDA. I'd like to ask help with regards to rooting my Xperia S. I have recently bought this and it got shipped with ICS 4.0.4 and build number 6.1.A.0.45 and I updated its build number to 6.1.A.2.45. I have also unlocked its bootloader successfully. Now I'm having problems on how to root this. I've read certain posts regarding ICS rooting and they all state that it has to have 6.1.A.0.45 build number. But I don't know how to rollback to the previous build number. What should I do?? Please help..
Ciaossu!~
Just flash Advanced stock kernel v14 by arakmar via fastboot.
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
How did you unblock the bootlaoder
itsmarc19 said:
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
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I am in the exact situtation as you. I too bought my Xperia S last week and have updated to the latest firmware. As this is my first Android phone, I have no clue how to move forward.
I would be glad if you post your findings. Thanks.
shadyabhi said:
I am in the exact situtation as you. I too bought my Xperia S last week and have updated to the latest firmware. As this is my first Android phone, I have no clue how to move forward.
I would be glad if you post your findings. Thanks.
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Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
itsmarc19 said:
What will it let me achieve then, bro?
BTW, thanks for the reply.
Ciaossu!~
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superuser (root access)
For GB
Harsh7689 said:
Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
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Thanks for the link. but the link you gave is for GB and I am on ICS already. (I know, there is a way to flash to GB but... ) I will better wait for a perfect way for rooting a device with ICS on locked BL installed.
BTW, here
Also, you can never brick your device on LOCKED bootloaders so don't worry
DId he mean unlocked bootloader?
shadyabhi said:
Thanks for the link. but the link you gave is for GB and I am on ICS already. (I know, there is a way to flash to GB but... ) I will better wait for a perfect way for rooting a device with ICS on locked BL installed.
BTW, here
Also, you can never brick your device on LOCKED bootloaders so don't worry
DId he mean unlocked bootloader?
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Yea, i too hope someday someone will develop a way to root so that you don't have to go back to GB !!
Only for unlocked bootloader... here is a step by step I put together using the information gathered from various threads here in XDA.. I have used this very same method for my phone, so it is definitely working.. if you run into any problem like not being able to get into the Fastboot mode, or I missed some file, let me know..
How to root SONY Xperia S LT26i with Official ICS Firmware
bhootnath said:
Only for unlocked bootloader... here is a step by step I put together using the information gathered from various threads here in XDA.. I have used this very same method for my phone, so it is definitely working.. if you run into any problem like not being able to get into the Fastboot mode, or I missed some file, let me know..
How to root SONY Xperia S LT26i with Official ICS Firmware
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Thanks for this bro! I'll try this out later when I get home. Will my data be lost?
So essentially you are just replacing a stock kernel by a rooted kernel. What if I want to go back to the unrooted kernel?
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shadyabhi said:
So essentially you are just replacing a stock kernel by a rooted kernel. What if I want to go back to the unrooted kernel?
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
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Download any of the stock firmware .ftf, extract the kernel and flash it!! You are back to stock
Use the thank button, it's there for a reason
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
Thanks. I got the firmware from xdafileserver and I will root the phone over the weekend.
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533 sructive
Harsh7689 said:
Go Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31101584#post31101584
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THanks mate !!!
I have a sony tab s 4.0.3 release5a. I want to know weather it is rootable plz help Thanks in advance
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stevejerold said:
I have a sony tab s 4.0.3 release5a. I want to know weather it is rootable plz help Thanks in advance
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Stock 4.0.3r5a is not rootable. Anticipating your next questions: Your tablet must already be rooted to install pre-rooted 4.0.3r5a. You cannot install or downgrade to an earlier rootable release.
Cat McGowan said:
Stock 4.0.3r5a is not rootable. Anticipating your next questions: Your tablet must already be rooted to install pre-rooted 4.0.3r5a. You cannot install or downgrade to an earlier rootable release.
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So, just to be clear:
If mine is at stock 4.0.3 r5a then it is not rootable whatsoever?
No it has a locked down recovery not rootable sorry
sent from rooted xperia tablet s thanks condi and bluechip
dex9mm said:
No it has a locked down recovery not rootable sorry
sent from rooted xperia tablet s thanks condi and bluechip
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I can't help thinking there's got to be an opening somewhere. After all, how else can Sony's engineers reflash a damaged or corrupted system?
I guess it requires a level of access not available to ordinary users, though. What a PITA....
They can sign the zip offically so a reflash for repairs shouldn't be an issue for them I would think
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dex9mm said:
They can sign the zip offically so a reflash for repairs shouldn't be an issue for them I would think
sent from rooted xperia tablet s thanks condi and bluechip
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Never thought of it that way, thanks
Root Sony table S 4.0.3 r5
Staff really still there is no way to update the sony tablet s 4.0.3 r5?
Nor has the downgrade to another rom?
I've looked almost everywhere but to no avail. help me.
yurifernandesz said:
Staff really still there is no way to update the sony tablet s 4.0.3 r5?
Nor has the downgrade to another rom?
I've looked almost everywhere but to no avail. help me.
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Please anyone can help us?
Also I have the tablet with r5a. And I want to install the new 4.1.1 inside.
PLEASEEEE
root for the 4.0.3 R5A
Legtayor said:
So, just to be clear:
If mine is at stock 4.0.3 r5a then it is not rootable whatsoever?
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hello,
I have a Sony tab s SGPT111, and unfortunately like most, stuck on the ICS 4.0.3 release 5a, no root, such tab with no root, will it finally be a solution as soon as possible, and if possible I would like to know technically what this release 5a locks in this tab, the recovery? but how? and is it reversible, or if we lose any hope ...
plzzzzz, solution, solution, solution ....
all in the same boat...
on the same boat
Sony,What a f*** company! going to sign at this page - Petition Sony: http://www.change.org/petitions/son...-root-for-xperia-tablet-s-and-tablet-s1#share
share this petition
eric1116 said:
Sony,What a f*** company! going to sign at this page - Petition Sony:
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share this petition all over everything & everywhere plz...
traxdell said:
share this petition all over everything & everywhere plz...
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we are waiting. Is impossible, is the unique firmware not rootable
It is now http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1515720
Hi all,
I have Sony Xperia Z Tablet which I want to gain root access for.
Device details:
Model number: SGP311
16GB
Android 4.3
Build Number: 10.4.B.0.577
Not sure if relevant, but the tablet was bought in USA.
I'm pretty much a newbe here, so I would like, if possible, to get a link for a simple tutorial how to root my device.
10'x!
If only there was a search button...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588442
Hi Felimenta97,
Thanks for your reply.
I have seen the post you've linked here before I've posted my question (I definitely know how to use the search option ) but its seemed somewhat complicated/Indirect way compare to the simple ways of rooting I'm used to from my 2 other devices (SGS3, Nexus 4)
Is there any simpler/straightforward way?
Thanks in advance!
Avishay.a said:
Hi Felimenta97,
Thanks for your reply.
I have seen the post you've linked here before I've posted my question (I definitely know how to use the search option ) but its seemed somewhat complicated/Indirect way compare to the simple ways of rooting I'm used to from my 2 other devices (SGS3, Nexus 4)
Is there any simpler/straightforward way?
Thanks in advance!
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Nope. There is no current exploit in 4.3 Sony firmware. So, you either unlock your bootloader, or do that process.
Wait till 4.4!
If I was you, I'd wait till KitKat upgrade comes out! after that I'd root my tablet
Juampo-CHILE said:
If I was you, I'd wait till KitKat upgrade comes out! after that I'd root my tablet
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Why?
What about Kingo App?
You think it might do the work?
www .kingoapp.com/?utm_source=Android%20ROOT
Avishay.a said:
Why?
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Because You'd lose the root if an incoming update comes
Juampo-CHILE said:
Because You'd lose the root if an incoming update comes
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Isn't that almost always the case with updates?
Anyway, has anyone tried to root this tablet on 4.3 with Kingo App or VROOT?
10'x all for your help!
Avishay.a said:
Isn't that almost always the case with updates?
Anyway, has anyone tried to root this tablet on 4.3 with Kingo App or VROOT?
10'x all for your help!
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I tried with VROOT, but seems like there's no update yet. Was researching about 4.3 root methods, there a few, most of them you have to go back to 4.2 and then upgrade, but a direct root, no, I haven't found one yet :good:
Is there any simple way to root this device?
Avishay.a said:
Is there any simple way to root this device?
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Use EasyRootTool v12.1
Rootk1t said:
Use EasyRootTool v12.1
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sorry wrong firmware version I am on 4.4.4
MikeViller said:
sorry wrong firmware version I am on 4.4.4
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-tablet-z/development/root-sp321-ftf-10-5-1-0-283-t2873377
I got a D802 with stock Kitkat 4.4.3.
Is there are root and recovery available for it? Can't seem to find it anywhere...
MK45A said:
I got a D802 with stock Kitkat 4.4.3.
Is there are root and recovery available for it? Can't seem to find it anywhere...
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And with 4.4.3, you probably wont ever find a root for it....
Really? No root at all? Let alone Recovery?
MK45A said:
Really? No root at all? Let alone Recovery?
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Lol he's saying that because 4.4.3 doesn't exist. 4.4.2 is the latest android version
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42 guys the answer is 42, kitkat is hitchhikers guide to the galaxy
send from the jungle
Please search the Threads, before creating a new one....
Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
tazoman said:
Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
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I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
Surajn97 said:
I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
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anyone try ????
Surajn97 said:
I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
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R U talking about latest fw?
tazoman said:
Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
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Not at this moment no, but it appears that a pre-rooted zip isn't far off.
ghostofcain said:
Not at this moment no, but it appears that a pre-rooted zip isn't far off.
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not too far off
http://scr.hu/2tqx/5nj0a
Envious_Data said:
not too far off
http://scr.hu/2tqx/5nj0a
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Could you provide a link to the the zip (or thread if any) to check it out? I would love to have a bit of hands on experience with the newest fw.
P.S: Havent tried it, I cant live without root .
Thanks
DaGhostman said:
Could you provide a link to the the zip (or thread if any) to check it out? I would love to have a bit of hands on experience with the newest fw.
P.S: Havent tried it, I cant live without root .
Thanks
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for now ill post another screenshot as it isnt uploaded
http://scr.hu/2tqx/oo4fw
you will find a thread in the development section when its done uploading
there are some small problems which i wont be able to fix just becaue of lack of time, ill be leaving it upto Niaboc if he wants to fix it
Thanks for the fast reply! Can't wait to get on it.
This rooting method doesn't work on latest 4.4.4 for Z2
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Is it the latest 4.4.4 for Z2? And is it pre rooted? Which means can I flash this on my locked Z2?
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tazoman said:
This rooting method doesn't work on latest 4.4.4 for Z2
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Please, let me know when it will be possible to ROOT 23.0.1.A.0.167 Stock fw with locked bootloader. I will be very grateful.
Pishtiko said:
Please, let me know when it will be possible to ROOT 23.0.1.A.0.167 Stock fw with locked bootloader. I will be very grateful.
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You will likely be waiting some time, because it's possible to downgrade and flash pre-rooted zip or to OTA certain FW's maintaining root, I don't see devs putting a lot of effort into finding an exploit. That said best hope is probably an exploit being found for Z3 which is transferable to Z2, but as I say you may be waiting some time.
So what you recommend to do if i want to have root on 167?
Tusnal said:
So what you recommend to do if i want to have root on 167?
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Try to create a rooted update package from the update ftf: [4.4.4] Create ROOTED update package from stock FTF [LOCKED BOOTLOADER]
So I need to flash dual recovery to do that
How can I make a full stock backup just in case I need to use it for warranty?
Tusnal said:
So I need to flash dual recovery to do that
How can I make a full stock backup just in case I need to use it for warranty?
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You don't need, you can flash back an original ftf anytime or repair with Sony PC Companion. We are talking locked bootloadr, so until you don't unlock it, you have warranty.
But if you already have root on prev. firmware, you should install DualRecovery and boot into TWRP and you can backup your system there.
norti said:
You don't need, you can flash back an original ftf anytime or repair with Sony PC Companion. We are talking locked bootloadr, so until you don't unlock it, you have warranty.
But if you already have root on prev. firmware, you should install DualRecovery and boot into TWRP and you can backup your system there.
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I just bought the phone and I really miss root hehe so if I don't unlock the bootloader I can change recovery and flash a stock root rom without losing warranty?
Tusnal said:
I just bought the phone and I really miss root hehe so if I don't unlock the bootloader I can change recovery and flash a stock root rom without losing warranty?
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Yes, if you have older firmware on the phone, you can try the root options available and you can use recovery without unlocking th bootloader. If you have the latest, than you can possibly flash an older firmware to your phone and root that. But you need to read a bit, to understand everything correctly.
I have successfully rooted my Z2 on 4.4.4 locked bootloader
Sent from my D6503