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Hello there,
To start off, I am new to Android system but now, I am comfortable at using it.
My Device: Sony Ericsson WT19i
Firmware Version: 4.0.2.A.0.58
Root Status: Rooted
Did some googling on how to root phone, and successfully rooted my phone and same time found out that .62 version of my phone's firmware is not rootable so stayed positively there for a month.
Now seeing other users CM7, CM9, CWM(ClockWorkMod) and other stuff which I don't even know made me crazy to test them out too. Besides, sony's stock rom is getting on my nerves.
So, what do I do now? Could anyone direct me on
1. Updating to .62 and still be able to root.
2. Custom Mods? How?
A big thank you for going through this.
Regards,
GaNi
first unlock your bootloader and flash custom kernel..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613
Doing OTA update on your phone will keep root. It means, if you have .58 firmware and root, and you do update via 3G or Wifi on your phone to .62, root stays the same.
For custom mods, you should first get familiar, what is ROM, kernel, what these do. Then it will be easier for you.
As for custom ROM, you will need custom kernel, which will require unlocked bootloader, which can be done via official method on Sony website, or via test point method(S1Tool). Either way you lose your warranty.
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
GxGaNi said:
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
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Yes you can unlock it
GxGaNi said:
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
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Yes, you can unlock the bootloader, both ways.
You can later on relock bootloader, then it will appear like this again.
OTA update can be done over WiFi also on your mobile.
Tried to do an OTA. Now it shows my phone is already on the latest software. No idea.
I decided to flash it with STOCK .62 ROM.
Is this ROM good to by flashed with? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560660
Author say's it rooted already. I'll just use a flash tool.
try to unlock bootloader first
Unlock bootloader on .58?
You say if I have .58 rooted phone and make OTA with Wi Fi, my phone will still be rooted. I try that, download update, mobile restart itself, but and the end of process show message "Error, cannot update"
I dont wont to unlock bootloader because I dont need custom kernel, I only need update stock kernel .62.
Thanks for reply.
my wt19i stuck at sony ericsson logo after install 062 with custom rom with root
anyone can help?
solved with flashing
sathreeyo said:
my wt19i stuck at sony ericsson logo after install 062 with custom rom with root
anyone can help?
solved with flashing
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Custom ROM also requires custom kernel.
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
is kernel changing with changing rom or it stays until you change it?
manilu001 said:
is kernel changing with changing rom or it stays until you change it?
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I think you need Flashtools to flash a custom kernel (assuming the bootloader is previously unlocked) with ClockWork Mod (CWM) bundled.
After flashing the custom kernel, you reboot into CWM mode (depends on your phone model), erase system memory and install the new ROM (which should be in a .zip file in your SD Card).
Was anyone able to get "Ad Hoc" wpa_suplicant working for Live?
Received my TFP today. I also have a Galaxy Nexus with unlocked bootloader, rooted and running a custom ROM. So when Play finishes downloading all of my apps (same ones from the GNex of course) I notice that it has installed Super User and Root Explorer. So I decide to try to open Root Explorer, just for the hell of it, but it's not going to open because Root Explorer requires root and Super User. So after tapping the icon I get the Super User request for permissions, and I check grant su permissions.
What do you know; Root Explorer opens and I'm able to edit and delete system files just like it's rooted. Note that I haven't done a thing to my TFP; it's bone stock. I'm delighted, but I can't say that I understand why?
Where did you get your prime from?!
Sounds like you might have gotten a return from someone else? Was the box and everything sealed?
Can you mount the system as RW? Root explorer will still let you access the root directory, just wont let you change anything thats protected... but if the notification comes up asking for root access then that usually means your rooted.... weird indeed.
Can you install busybox?
Sent from my Unlocked WSG Transformer Prime
David522d said:
Where did you get your prime from?!
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Purchased second hand from the Market Place on this forum.
pileot said:
Can you mount the system as RW? Root explorer will still let you access the root directory, just wont let you change anything thats protected... but if the notification comes up asking for root access then that usually means your rooted.... weird indeed.
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Yes, I can mount as RW.
jiffy1080 said:
Can you install busybox?
Sent from my Unlocked WSG Transformer Prime
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Yes, I was able to install Busybox.
I tried to boot into recovery, but I can see no evidence that there is any custom recovery loaded.
There is no message on the splash screen indicating an unlocked bootloader.
So, it appears that my TFP is rooted, but running the stock .21 ROM, with no custom recovery.
Any other diagnosis I can do so I know the state of my TFP, prior to loading CWM and custom ROMs?
FWIW: it's like brand new, and works great. I'm really happy with the purchase. Running MrCannady's browser/system lag workaround.
lol, purchased from someone on XDA... who on XDA does NOT have their prime rooted?
Glad your happy with your purchase, have fun with your new toy
cam30era said:
Purchased second hand from the Market Place on this forum.
Yes, I can mount as RW.
Yes, I was able to install Busybox.
I tried to boot into recovery, but I can see no evidence that there is any custom recovery loaded.
There is no message on the splash screen indicating an unlocked bootloader.
So, it appears that my TFP is rooted, but running the stock .21 ROM, with no custom 7 recovery.
Any other diagnosis I can do so I know the state of my TFP, prior to loading CWM and custom ROMs?
FWIW: it's like brand new, and works great. I'm really happy with the purchase. Running MrCannady's browser/system lag workaround.
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Well, it sounds like you're definitely rooted
Good thing too, because (been rooted/unlocked for months) I don't think you can root .21 just yet. Someone rooted the Prime before the update, most likely using rootkeeper.
Go ahead and install a recovery and pick a ROM
I would suggest Androwooks new custom ROM with motleys kernel ( I'm running it and also running Cannadys dev tweaks, even though this ROM has no such problems, and the performance is crazy fast) For a totally custom ROM I'd go with AOKP from jermaine151.
You'll have to Google it though, he left XDA and went somewhere else.
Welcome to Prime time
Have fun
jaycustom said:
Well, it sounds like you're definitely rooted
Good thing too, because (been rooted/unlocked for months) I don't think you can root .21 just yet. Someone rooted the Prime before the update, most likely using rootkeeper.
Go ahead and install a recovery and pick a ROM
I would suggest Androwooks new custom ROM with motleys kernel ( I'm running it and also running Cannadys dev tweaks, even though this ROM has no such problems, and the performance is crazy fast) For a totally custom ROM I'd go with AOKP from jermaine151.
You'll have to Google it though, he left XDA and went somewhere else.
Welcome to Prime time
Have fun
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There is a workaround, you can downgrade to like .15 or whatever, use rootkeeper, then OTA to .21 and have it work. Good news to us who dont want to void our warrenties with unlocking.
jaycustom said:
Well, it sounds like you're definitely rooted
Good thing too, because (been rooted/unlocked for months) I don't think you can root .21 just yet. Someone rooted the Prime before the update, most likely using rootkeeper.
Go ahead and install a recovery and pick a ROM
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Thanks.
I haven't decided if I am going to unlock the bootloader yet, with the Asus tool.
True story. I gave in to the darkside
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using xda premium
Is there any method to root 4.1.1?
Thanks
yes, with unlock
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Is there any method to root 4.1.1?
Thanks
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1 - unlock with unlock app from asus
2- install twrp (search forum)
2- reboot into recovery in twrp and install superuser
4- sucess!
ricardo1976 said:
1 - unlock with unlock app from asus
2- install twrp (search forum)
2- reboot into recovery in twrp and install superuser
4- sucess!
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don't forget this will void your warranty - and there is no way to re-lock bootloader. that means when you'll hard brick you'll have to pay asus about 200$ RMA fee to fix
qery said:
don't forget this will void your warranty - and there is no way to re-lock bootloader. that means when you'll hard brick you'll have to pay asus about 200$ RMA fee to fix
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Root it may brick the prime as well? I tho is only when flashing time. So once it brick I need to send it back to Asus there's No way to unblock it even if I backup the stock? Thanks
K999rrl said:
Root it may brick the prime as well? I tho is only when flashing time. So once it brick I need to send it back to Asus there's No way to unblock it even if I backup the stock? Thanks
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If you are unlock, you will probably want to flash the best rom so you can squeeze maximum from your device. And you will eventually find yourself flashing and trying and flashing and trying . But you should be fine if you read descriptions (few times to be absolutely sure) before you flash.
If you only want root, you'll have to flash rooted stock rom (I think).
I got a question along the same lines.
First off I rooted this a good while back and the OTA root keeper has been working great up till the last update. Now that root wont restore I guess its time to unlock. But, I cant do a backup of my apps without friggin root...
So if I unlock and flash superuser, Will I be able to run titanium backup on my current rom? No sense in keeping a crappy stock install if I am unlocked but I would love to backup all my saved games and what nots.
Hi,
I rooted my Z2 tablet a few days ago and have found that I don't really need the advantages it brings (from what I can tell). SO - I want to get it back to the way it was when I first opened the box.
I have seen threads about different devices and how to restore them to factory or stock (??), but they seem to call for specific files or flash software. So that brings me once again to this forum to figure out whether anyone can direct me to some instructions on how to do this. I figure it shouldn't be too hard. Just being careful.
Thanks very much for the advice once again.
I think if you flash the rootable kernel again, you could use an unrooting tool to undo the root. I'm also aware that there are files that you can flash to re-lock the bootloader (I once did this with an Xperia mini pro, although I'm not sure if such file exists for this tablet) but the DRM keys are lost forever a.f.a.i.k. But at least if you manage to re-lock the bootloader you will be able to install F/W upgrades through official ways again.
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I think if you flash the rootable kernel again, you could use an unrooting tool to undo the root. I'm also aware that there are files that you can flash to re-lock the bootloader (I once did this with an Xperia mini pro, although I'm not sure if such file exists for this tablet) but the DRM keys are lost forever a.f.a.i.k. But at least if you manage to re-lock the bootloader you will be able to install F/W upgrades through official ways again. Anyhow, you won't be able to restore to (more or less) factory status without at least flashing a couple of files.
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THank you for the response. Unfortunately i'm not even sure how I would go about flashing 'the rootable kernel'.... Feeling a bit foolish for getting into this actually.
From what i'm reading, it seems like I need to get the stock software and start again. So i'm looking for the 'FTF' for my tablet, which is a SGP511. Not having any luck though.
Which was the process that you followed to root it?
degraaff said:
Which was the process that you followed to root it?
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It was on another site - can't remember which. It got the clockwork mod installed. I think? Or was that just a recovery thing? No idea.
I'm actually now just doing a factory reset to see what happens, and it said 'root access possibly lost' in the process, which I thought was a good sign. Guess i'll keep tinkering with enough caution to eventually get the warranty back in tact.
Hopefully the loss of DRM doesn't effect the warranty.
In that case I guess you will have to download a firmware ftf file of an official unmodded firmware (preferably one of your region but I think especially if you have the wifi-only version it doesn't matter much as long as it contains the interface and input languages that you need), and install (or "flash") that using Flashtool. After that the root will certainly be gone and if you could then find a file to relock your bootloader I think your warrenty will be fine. I honestly don't think that Sony service and repair personel will check for DRM keys every time before repairing a device.
UPDATE
Factory reset appears to have gotten things back to normal. My plan is now just to unroot using an unroot tool (app i guess?) and then to lock the bootloader some how as well.
fearofbirds said:
Factory reset appears to have gotten things back to normal. My plan is now just to unroot using an unroot tool (app i guess?) and then to lock the bootloader some how as well.
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So it's certain that the tablet is still rooted at this moment? Some superuser apps have an option to do a full unroot, such as SuperSU, you could try that
That's great. I think that's sorted it out. SuperSU had the full unroot option and it looks like it's all sorted.
Thanks for the help.
Okay,I posted recently about my old z ultra. I bought the z ultra off Craigslist and it was updated to 5.0.
Anyhow the screen got the dreaded 'hairline' Crack in the screen and Sony covered it.
They sent me a new phone international version and the first thing I checked were the hidden functions in the dialer. Rooting status says yes or bootloader rather. Also the phone is still running 4.3. I did some searching and found a root method. I don't want kingroot or any Chinese crap.
Do I need a computer? Can I root using towelroot? Install busboy? DL cwm and flash via the phone?
harley1rocker said:
Okay,I posted recently about my old z ultra. I bought the z ultra off Craigslist and it was updated to 5.0.
Anyhow the screen got the dreaded 'hairline' Crack in the screen and Sony covered it.
They sent me a new phone international version and the first thing I checked were the hidden functions in the dialer. Rooting status says yes or bootloader rather. Also the phone is still running 4.3. I did some searching and found a root method. I don't want kingroot or any Chinese crap.
Do I need a computer? Can I root using towelroot? Install busboy? DL cwm and flash via the phone?
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Nope. Towelroot does not work on 4.3. I hope my phone doesn't force a system update. I'm still 4.3 for now.
Not a gpe edition either
Screw it. I think I'll just take the update
This is why im tempted to multi post. A moderator warned against multi post. Ive had this post up for a few days now and ive not got one answer.
I need to know about 4.3 jellybean. My phone was shipped with it. Do i have to use flashtool? Whats the first step? I haven't taken the update. Im still 4.3
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Hello there lonely islander! I'm randomly passing through with my ship, and I caught your smoke signals.
I can't really remember the root situation on 4.3, but there were quite a few rooting tools in the cross-development section. Not sure if those were for 4.1 or 4.3 though. I'll do some digging and I'll be back.
What's the firmware version? .290?
EDIT: Okay, so I've done some searching, and this method was the one that people used back on 4.3. It's not perfect though since it required the use of Vroot, which is/was the same type of rooting tool as Kingroot, so that's probably a no-go.
Another way of doing it would be to downgrade to a firmware that's supported by towelroot. That would be 4.1? 4.2? Find out which version is compatible and find that firmware FTF in the Dev section. You'll probably have to do some digging since a 4.x ROM thread will be quite old. Flash it using Flashtool and then root with towelroot.
But...
What's your plan now? Backup the TA partition (DRM-files) and then unlocking the bootloader, update to 5.1.1 and easily root again through fastboot since your B/L is unlocked? Or are you planning to keep the bootloader locked and live the rest of your life on an ancient Android version?
EDIT 2: Have you tried this tool on 4.3? It's based on Towelroot, but it's customized for rooting Xperia devices. I think that maybe, probably, it'll work on 4.3. I don't know, so go ahead and just try it unless you've already done it.
EDIT 3: Okay, so it looks like the tool provided in "Edit 2" should be compatible with Android versions up to 4.4.2 before being patched by Google/Sony in 4.4.3/4.4.4 (KitKat), so it should in theory work on 4.3.
EDIT 4: OKay, I have no idea what's real anymore. I just stumbled upon this post from that thread:
v 12.4 worked like a charm on my Xperia Z Ultra C6802 (4.4.4).
Did TA backup. Installed SU chainfire and updated binary in normal mode. Got write to external SD card ability on my Total Commander without any SDFix app. Thanks.
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So... just go ahead and try it. If it fails, then you can downgrade using Flashtool if you're into that.
Build is 136. No,you are correct. King root is king crap. Im not going back there. The bootloader status says yes. Will i have to use the sony web site to unlock bootloader? Yes, i want root and i want too flash roms.
So,can i just root and install safestrap,superSU or do i have to unlock BL.
I could update to 4.4.....
Okay. Forget what i want. Tell me the steps i need to take. Im on 4.3. Build136. Yes i wanna root and i wanna rom..
harley1rocker said:
Okay. Forget what i want. Tell me the steps i need to take. Im on 4.3. Build136. Yes i wanna root and i wanna rom..
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Alright. First step is to test and see if that root tool I linked to in my previous post works. If it does, great. If it doesn't, it'll get a little more time consuming.
But the important question here is: Do you care about the DRM files? They control mostly the camera which will be a little affected by the loss of the keys. It'll happen either way when you unlock the bootloader, but backing them up allows you to restore them later if you ever re-lock the bootloader for some reason.
So you can either:
1. Backup the DRM files, but doing that requires root, which is fairly hard to obtain with a locked bootloader, which you are currently witnessing.
2. Ignore the loss of the DRM files and unlock the bootloader right now. When you have unlocked the bootloader it'll allow you to boot and flash custom code, like a custom kernel with recovery (CWM/TWRP/Philz) which again allows you to flash SuperSU and be done with it, or flash a different ROM. It's the easiest way, but you'll lose the DRM keys. They might become handy if you have to send your device in for repairs down the road (if you have any warranty left, that is)
So what you need to decide right now is what you want to do.
Should i update? the next update is 4.4.2. I could take it then use watevr roottool. So root first then unlock bootloader
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Should i update? the next update is 4.4.2. I could take it then use watevr roottool. So root first then unlock bootloader
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No, just try the root tool right now while you're on 4.3. If it works, it works.
Did it work?
Im going to attempt here in a min
But first my good man,in what order do i do this?
Root first,unlock BL,install recovery?
Root bootloader status says yes..do i need to mess with it?
I updated to 4.4.2. Towelroot does not work on any of them
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Im going to attempt here in a min
But first my good man,in what order do i do this?
Root first,unlock BL,install recovery?
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Yeah, root then backup the DRM files and then unlock the BL, then install recovery.
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Root bootloader status says yes..do i need to mess with it?
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What yes? Bootloader Unlock allowed: Yes or Bootloader unlocked: Yes?
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I updated to 4.4.2. Towelroot does not work on any of them
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Alright, now we know.
If bootloader status says YES on unlocked, then it's already unlocked, and we've wasted a bunch of time! If it's already unlocked, then just install recovery.
Bootloader unlock allowed:yes...... So i take it,its not.
Can i use flashtool? I tried sony "official " way and i did NOT understand it. So ive read into flashtool and it seems easier.
If i get a recovery on this thing im good from there.
I dont understand the steps. On Samsung note devices its root,safestrap, SU then happy flashhing.
This device is crazy confusion
harley1rocker said:
Bootloader unlock allowed:yes...... So i take it,its not.
Can i use flashtool? I tried sony "official " way and i did NOT understand it. So ive read into flashtool and it seems easier.
If i get a recovery on this thing im good from there.
I dont understand the steps. On Samsung note devices its root,safestrap, SU then happy flashhing.
This device is crazy confusion
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OK. Here is what you need to know and do.
1- you didn't need to upgrade. A towelroot variant would have worked.
2- you don't need to unlock bootloader.
3- you need to install, from a PC onto your phone, what's called Xzdualrecovery, which is essentially a recovery. Google it and download the latest installer for this phone. You need to enable USB debugging on the phone so it can be installed from the PC. When your start the installer there is an option to instal AND root. This tool comes with the variant of towelroot tha can properly root your phone, if your OS date is before June 7 2014.
If you need help with these steps message me.
Thank u najoor. I have only updated to 4.4.2. I tried towelroot. Didnt work. I have a c6802. So im completely stock and your saying theres a tool out there that can root and install recovery from a pc.
Flashtool? Could you provide a link?