Hi
I am on 23.0.1.A.0.167 4.4.4
how do I root? This guide says I need recovery...http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
but I dont have it as I am not rooted..
How can I root 4.4.4? I dont have any recovery. Is it not possible to root 4.4.4 without recovery?
Do I need to downgrade to 4.4.2?
Yes downgrade to 4.4.2 root it and install recovery and flash a custom rom what is based on 4.4.4 !
Search before post !
All is simple but some of ya'll choose the difficult way.
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
Pandemic said:
Yes downgrade to 4.4.2 root it and install recovery and flash a custom rom what is based on 4.4.4 !
Search before post !
All is simple but some of ya'll choose the difficult way.
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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The lack of knowlage is confusing, some of this stuff doesnt make sense to people
romdroid. said:
How can I root 4.4.4? I dont have any recovery. Is it not possible to root 4.4.4 without recovery?
Do I need to downgrade to 4.4.2?
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It is manditory to downgrade because no one has found a root exploit for the 167 firmware
any questions
I fixed it, thanks. If anyone wondering yes u need to downgrade to 4.4.2
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Pandemic said:
Yes downgrade to 4.4.2 root it and install recovery and flash a custom rom what is based on 4.4.4 !
Search before post !
All is simple but some of ya'll choose the difficult way.
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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I appreciate the guidance, but I, like the OP, would like to know if there is another way of doing this w/o having to downgrade... no need to belittle the question, after all this is a forum, where by definitions questions are expected...
BTW, anybody has found a way to root 4.4.4 w/o downgrade? Thanks!
benitton said:
I appreciate the guidance, but I, like the OP, would like to know if there is another way of doing this w/o having to downgrade... no need to belittle the question, after all this is a forum, where by definitions questions are expected...
BTW, anybody has found a way to root 4.4.4 w/o downgrade? Thanks!
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Not realy
Bootloader unlock method always exist but that=permanent warrenty void
Root without downgrade... YES you CAN !
benitton said:
I appreciate the guidance, but I, like the OP, would like to know if there is another way of doing this w/o having to downgrade... no need to belittle the question, after all this is a forum, where by definitions questions are expected...
BTW, anybody has found a way to root 4.4.4 w/o downgrade? Thanks!
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Despite all the negative feedback you've gotten by asking your question, YES there is a way. I found it and then created a new thread with the step-by-step.
Unfortunately, it does require unlocking bootloader and a few other tradeoffs such as losing X-reality and your warranty.
For full details: ROOT without downgrade
Glenn
weltwon said:
Despite all the negative feedback you've gotten by asking your question, YES there is a way. I found it and then created a new thread with the step-by-step.
Unfortunately, it does require unlocking bootloader and a few other tradeoffs such as losing X-reality and your warranty.
For full details: ROOT without downgrade
Glenn
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Thank you very much! glad to find there is still gentlemen in this world\
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Hi!
I want to root my active but I'm afraid that I can brick it or something.
I have it with the stock rom and the compilation number is 4.0.2.A.0.84.
Can I follow this tutorial? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2118343
Or there is one specific for the version I have?
Sorry if this has been asked before but it's not very clear for me what to do to root the phone.
Thanks!
I would advise you to read my rooting guide (in the stickies in general forum) and to follow the method for 4.0.2.A.0.62. It's really easy, but instead of updating to .62 you will update over the air to .84 (I hope that's working!)
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
mihahn said:
I would advise you to read my rooting guide (in the stickies in general forum) and to follow the method for 4.0.2.A.0.62. It's really easy, but instead of updating to .62 you will update over the air to .84 (I hope that's working!)
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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It's this one? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1842366
zephiruspt said:
It's this one? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1842366
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Yes, that's right
You could use the tutorial for .62 or you simply try the program called "eroot"
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
Nothing to very about brother.:good:
First of all unlock your bootloader via sony`s official website. (i will give the link in .txt file)
Second flash any kernal via flashtool make sure you choose carefully between android versions i.e. use ICS kernal if you are on ICS,similarly GB kernal for GB and JB kernal for JB .
DONE..!!:highfive: I am not responsible for any harm to your device do it at your own risk
Hit thanks if i helped
mustufa_kheroda said:
Nothing to very about brother.:good:
First of all unlock your bootloader via sony`s official website. (i will give the link in .txt file)
Second flash any kernal via flashtool make sure you choose carefully between android versions i.e. use ICS kernal if you are on ICS,similarly GB kernal for GB and JB kernal for JB .
DONE..!!:highfive: I am not responsible for any harm to your device do it at your own risk
Hit thanks if i helped
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Why should he unlock and void his warranty by unlocking just to root? That's not necessary
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
Its the easiest way
mihahn said:
Why should he unlock and void his warranty by unlocking just to root? That's not necessary
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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Unlocking bootloader and then rooting is the easiest way, unlocked bootloader will also provide manual settings of frequency which will indeed boost the phone. :good:
Root will avoid the warranty isn`t it . so whats the deal with unlocking the bootloader.
mustufa_kheroda said:
Unlocking bootloader and then rooting is the easiest way, unlocked bootloader will also provide manual settings of frequency which will indeed boost the phone. :good:
Root will avoid the warranty isn`t it . so whats the deal with unlocking the bootloader.
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Unlocking is not the easiest way and it's not necessary. You are able too root without unlocking (check my guide, there are many methods) and you won't void your warranty, because after reflashing the stock rom, you can send it to the service center and Sony won't notice that it was rooted
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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mihahn said:
Unlocking is not the easiest way and it's not necessary. You are able too root without unlocking (check my guide, there are many methods) and you won't void your warranty, because after reflashing the stock rom, you can send it to the service center and Sony won't notice that it was rooted
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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Ya your guide is really helpfull and can root the phone without unlocking the phone. nice work sir...:good:
Well, first of all, many thanks for your contributions. Now I'm more confused. The main goal for me is to be able to free some internal space (remove stock applications?) Flashing custom ROM's is something I would like to but not necessary for now. So... for my first goal, I don't need bootloader unlock???
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mustufa_kheroda said:
Ya your guide is really helpful and can root the phone without unlocking the bootloader. nice work sir..:good:
But there is a question can we adjust the cpu frequencies without unlocking the bootloader?
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zephiruspt said:
Well, first of all, many thanks for your contributions. Now I'm more confused. The main goal for me is to be able to free some internal space (remove stock applications?) Flashing custom ROM's is something I would like to but not necessary for now. So... for my first goal, I don't need bootloader unlock???
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Its up to you whether you want a locked bootloader or unlocked bootloader. If you use a locked bootloader you will be able to flash custom Roms but you will not be able to flash custom kernals. custom kernal basically will increase your phones performance.
Its your phone your choice brother.. Both the method are Perfect. My personal opinion is that you should use the rooting method with locked bootloader hence, it will not avoid your warranty (if you flash the stock rom again after flashing a custom Rom).
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mustufa_kheroda said:
mustufa_kheroda said:
Ya your guide is really helpful and can root the phone without unlocking the bootloader. nice work sir..:good:
But there is a question can we adjust the cpu frequencies without unlocking the bootloader?
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Its up to you whether you want a locked bootloader or unlocked bootloader. If you use a locked bootloader you will be able to flash custom Roms but you will not be able to flash custom kernals. custom kernal basically will increase your phones performance.
Its your phone your choice brother.. Both the method are Perfect. My personal opinion is that you should use the rooting method with locked bootloader hence, it will not avoid your warranty (if you flash the stock rom again after flashing a custom Rom).
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Ok, I will do that. Later if I need I will unlock the bootloader.
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zephiruspt said:
Ok, I will do that. Later if I need I will unlock the bootloader.
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That's the best way
If you have any further issues, just ask
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
mihahn said:
That's the best way
If you have any further issues, just ask
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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Hi mihahn,
I only had time to do this now and started looking at your thread and I need your help. Do I have to make all those steps described in section 2? Can you help me on this one?
zephiruspt said:
Hi mihahn,
I only had time to do this now and started looking at your thread and I need your help. Do I have to make all those steps described in section 2? Can you help me on this one?
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Just try eroot first, it's the tool "for all firmware versions". It should work well! Download the tool and follow the instructions
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
mihahn said:
Just try eroot first, it's the tool "for all firmware versions". It should work well! Download the tool and follow the instructions
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.3
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I tried eroot without success so I upgraded to 4.1.B.0.587. No success with eroot...
zephiruspt said:
I tried eroot without success so I upgraded to 4.1.B.0.587. No success with eroot...
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Did you try it on .587 too?
If it's really not working, use the method for .587. There's a link to a tutorial by Abhinav2 and it should work then
simple explain
root mean u get permission to do something on app
"permission" that u give to app have the risk
milktea93 said:
root mean u get permission to do something on app
"permission" that u give to app have the risk
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Thanks! Root done
Congratulations....
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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
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
Sent from my D6503
Is it the latest 4.4.4 for Z2? And is it pre rooted? Which means can I flash this on my locked Z2?
Sent from my D6503
tazoman said:
This rooting method doesn't work on latest 4.4.4 for Z2
Sent from my D6503
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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
Hey guys im back after smashing my beloved xperia z (which i had mastered the ins and outs of) and reluctantly replacing it with a HTC ONE m7 which was the most terrible phone i have ever used in my life.... i have plonked a good bit of cash on a z2 and I AM LOVING IT
I had updated to the latest version of KK but i am hearing mixed reports that a root is not available for this version.
If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be fabulous.
Thank you in advance
Chris
xeningti said:
If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be fabulous.
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Have a look here
If any, PM me.
Bjørn
bjorn96 said:
Have a look here
If any, PM me.
Bjørn
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1.1 You need obviously an already rooted phone with [NUT]'s Dual Recovery with a previous firmware version (4.4.2)
Just seen tht and gave up lol
xeningti said:
1.1 You need obviously an already rooted phone with [NUT]'s Dual Recovery with a previous firmware version (4.4.2)
Just seen tht and gave up lol
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Downgrade.
ahhh crafty.... so could i flash a previous FTF with flashtool.... create a pre rooted version of 4.4.4 the flash that?
is that kind of what i need to do?
xeningti said:
ahhh crafty.... so could i flash a previous FTF with flashtool.... create a pre rooted version of 4.4.4 the flash that?
is that kind of what i need to do?
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Yeap, that it.
Note 1: Download the 4.4.4 ftf from Xperifirm
Note 2: 4.4.3 you have to download from the link.
Note 3: BACKUP TA when root!!!
good luck! im trying to but its seems im screwed and i have .167 firmware
the towlroot meathod just hangs,,,
bjorn96 said:
Yeap, that it.
Note 3: BACKUP TA when root!!!
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what so you mean?
whats ta
djnos said:
good luck! im trying to but its seems im screwed and i have .167 firmware
the towlroot meathod just hangs,,,
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finally got it
on 4.4.4 rooted and with recovery
will dont know what ta is thou
how did you do it i am still pondering this hole new method.... wheres doomlord when you need him!!!
xeningti said:
how did you do it i am still pondering this hole new method.... wheres doomlord when you need him!!!
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Hello
I see you are totally green on this.
Well, im kinda green too, but I have had a lot of help from @xda and now I can manage to do some stuff with my telephone.
The first thing you have to do is BACKUP!!! This is always important.
Well, then lets get to it.
The XPERIA Z2 has a locked bootloader. This means that it cannot flash any roms, custom or other without being unlocked. When you unlock the bootloader, you delete all files on the phone, (don’t ask me how, it just does) and also deletes a partition called TA. The TA-partition contains DRM-keys, to explain that, @Envious_Data might help.
Anyway, when you have root, you can backup the TA, BEFORE you flash any custom ROM, or the ROM with ROOT. That way you will always be able to go back to scratch. Without ROOT on 4.4.4 you need to downgrade to 4.4.3, ROOT and backup the TA-partition before you even start thinking about unlocking bootloader.
(search the XDA, Google (use XDA in the end for XDA results) XDA-TV and you will find tons and tons of stuff. Once you understand some, it will come fast to you.)
I have gathered some threads here for you to read, and I hope this will work for you too.
Start off by reading this
When done, notify me.
All the best
Bjørn
bjorn96 said:
Hello
I see you are totally green on this.
Well, im kinda green too, but I have had a lot of help from @xda and now I can manage to do some stuff with my telephone.
The first thing you have to do is BACKUP!!! This is always important.
Well, then lets get to it.
The XPERIA Z2 has a locked bootloader. This means that it cannot flash any roms, custom or other without being unlocked. When you unlock the bootloader, you delete all files on the phone, (don’t ask me how, it just does) and also deletes a partition called TA. The TA-partition contains DRM-keys, to explain that, @Envious_Data might help.
Anyway, when you have root, you can backup the TA, BEFORE you flash any custom ROM, or the ROM with ROOT. That way you will always be able to go back to scratch. Without ROOT on 4.4.4 you need to downgrade to 4.4.3, ROOT and backup the TA-partition before you even start thinking about unlocking bootloader.
(search the XDA, Google (use XDA in the end for XDA results) XDA-TV and you will find tons and tons of stuff. Once you understand some, it will come fast to you.)
I have gathered some threads here for you to read, and I hope this will work for you too.
Start off by reading this
When done, notify me.
All the best
Bjørn
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ok i have dowgraded to 4.4.2 i tried towelroot which worked but SUPER SU could not load binaries. So i flashed stock 4.4.2 again and i am now trying to root using doomlords community rootkit and its not working....
xeningti said:
ok i have dowgraded to 4.4.2 i tried towelroot which worked but SUPER SU could not load binaries. So i flashed stock 4.4.2 again and i am now trying to root using doomlords community rootkit and its not working....
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Have had some problems with SuperSU too, but try backup ta.
If not work, try restore phone with PCC.
Then downgrade and try again.
bjorn96 said:
Have had some problems with SuperSU too, but try backup ta.
If not work, try restore phone with PCC.
Then downgrade and try again.
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i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
xeningti said:
i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
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xeningti said:
i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
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To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
Jiyeon90 said:
To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
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Backup of TA was just a mention. Also its smart to have it, cuz you might forget it.
Anyway, @xeningti the towelroot should work on 4.4.3, did you try to download the towelroot app from towelroot.com???
Jiyeon90 said:
To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
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i am 3.2.3
bjorn96 said:
Backup of TA was just a mention. Also its smart to have it, cuz you might forget it.
Anyway, @xeningti the towelroot should work on 4.4.3, did you try to download the towelroot app from towelroot.com???
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yeah i used the towerl root and it said it had worked although when i installed supersu it said it could not update or find binary
xeningti said:
yeah i used the towerl root and it said it had worked although when i installed supersu it said it could not update or find binary
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Did your phone come with 4.4.4??
Try root with towel on 4.4.3
Send some shots of it.
Hello guys i am new here.. Can i root my phone without using pc?
Not on latest update
Envious_Data said:
Not on latest update
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thats sad
Akhayev said:
thats sad
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Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
Envious_Data said:
Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
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Yeah.. I bought my phone before few days.. I heard that you can root with locked bootloader
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
Envious_Data said:
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
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Can i update after root? Or the root will go?
Root will go after update
Envious_Data said:
Root will go after update
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Depends how you update. Just don't update with ota or pc companion.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2
2 Root phone
3 Install recovery for locked bootloader
4 Flash rooted 4.4.4 zip in recovery
5 latest firmware and root remains
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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tuktukscotty said:
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It's not really that hard and there are also of resources online that can guide you.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2 is required as noone had found a vulnerability with 4.4.4.
2 Root phone
For step 1 and 2, Have a look at this http://www.xda-developers.com/android/how-to-root-the-sony-xperia-z2-xda-developer-tv/
3 install recovery for lock bootloader
Have a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
4 install a 4.4.4 zip through recovery. I recommend this one as its basically stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-0-167-bug-free-t2929402
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It depends on how you want to root, you can root and permanently void your warrentg or you can root and keep your bootloader locked