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I have a Sony Xperia Tablet Z, 64GB WiFi (SPG312) running stock 4.3, and I can not root this thing. I've tried several different methods to no avail. Does anyone on here know how to root this thing? I'm ultimately trying to install CM11.
Either go back to 4.2, root with Doom's Rootkit, then install a recovery, and install 4.3 already rooted, or unlock your bootloader, install CM kernel, use the recovery built in to install the SuperUser zip, then flash stock kernel again.
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Felimenta97 said:
Either go back to 4.2, root with Doom's Rootkit, then install a recovery, and install 4.3 already rooted, or unlock your bootloader, install CM kernel, use the recovery built in to install the SuperUser zip, then flash stock kernel again.
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So unlock the bootloader? How do I go about that? And after that I can install CM right from there? That sounds like the one thing I haven't tried.
How do I go about doing that?
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
Follow that link. It's pretty easy. Just make sure you have all the tools in hand. Shouldn't take more than a hour to read everything and do the procedure, if you have everything ready.
It's mentioned there, but remember that it will void your warranty and, with Android 4.3 or lower, on stock ROMs, you will not have Bravia Engine working. Also, in any version, Music and Video Unlimited will not work anymore.
Another big tip: Go to the Xperia Z section (the phone one), and on the sub categories, can enter one called Cross Device Development, or something along those lines, and look for a thread with the name TA backup. If you do the long process, of going back and such, backup your keys. Should come in handy in the future.
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Felimenta97 said:
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
Follow that link. It's pretty easy. Just make sure you have all the tools in hand. Shouldn't take more than a hour to read everything and do the procedure, if you have everything ready.
It's mentioned there, but remember that it will void your warranty and, with Android 4.3 or lower, on stock ROMs, you will not have Bravia Engine working. Also, in any version, Music and Video Unlimited will not work anymore.
Another big tip: Go to the Xperia Z section (the phone one), and on the sub categories, can enter one called Cross Device Development, or something along those lines, and look for a thread with the name TA backup. If you do the long process, of going back and such, backup your keys. Should come in handy in the future.
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Emma does not work. I have tried to register for an account a several times with no luck.
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Emma does not work. I have tried to register for an account a several times with no luck.
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You do not need Emma.
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u need to download flashtool and find a 4.1.2 rom for your device...
then you can either use framaroot 1.91(gandalf exploit) or use doomlords root setup...
after that you can install phill'z recovery...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343 this link was very help full for my device sgp311 and i think its almost the same for your device only the rom and the stripped .ftf will be different...
unlocking your boatloader is not really applied to you,you only need it if you want to install custom roms...but before you do search a bit around to find hou you can backup your drm keys aka .ta partition.
Make sure you downgrade to 4.2 and root using http://nut.xperia-files.com/?dlid=V...jb3ZlcnkyLjcuMTIzLUJFVEEuaW5zdGFsbGVyLnppcA== option 3 then backup your TA partition before unlocking your bootloader, or theoretically you'll lose warranty
ok ok ok
So what steps do I take to install CM11?
Which method posted would get me there? You guys are saying a lot of different things here, have me a little confused
Hi anyone knows and tries this Kingo to root and unlock bootloader
http://www.kingoapp.com/sony-bootloader-unlock.htm
http://www.kingoapp.com/index.htm
thanks
Unlock bootloader > flash any cm10-11 kernel that has recovery built in > boot to recovery > flash SuperSU > flash 4.4.2 stock kernel back (from FTF)
Hi all,
Firstly sorry, you must get this all the time and be really bored of helping but i would be so grateful if anyone out there can point me in the right direction.
Firstly my phone details;
Model - Xperia Z2 D6503
Firmware - 1278-4770_23.0.1.a.3.9
Network - EE
Rooting status;
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
I want to root my phone but after reading what seems like thousands of web pages im more than a little confused. Does anyone out there have a step by step guide for beginners?
I want to use cwm recovery but don't understand how to get that on the phone as most guides say use it to back up before doing anything else but it isn't there to start with!
Also will installing cwm wipe my phone and sd card?
Any help would be much appreciated and many thanks in advance.
You can only install nuts dual recovery on a locked bootloader, proper recovery is included in the kernel and the kernel can only be changed on an unlocked bootloader, there was a a guide to rooting in one of the forums and I assume towel root will work, just search the z2 forum you'll find it
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You can only install nuts dual recovery on a locked bootloader, proper recovery is included in the kernel and the kernel can only be changed on an unlocked bootloader, there was a a guide to rooting in one of the forums and I assume towel root will work, just search the z2 forum you'll find it
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Thanks for the response.
Is nuts recovery better or worse than cwm? Also i thought that towel root would not work with 4.4.4 at present?
Does the locked bootloader mean i cannot do certain things even after rooting my phone like install custom roms and kernals?
Many thanks
Faggy said:
Hi all,
Firstly sorry, you must get this all the time and be really bored of helping but i would be so grateful if anyone out there can point me in the right direction.
Firstly my phone details;
Model - Xperia Z2 D6503
Firmware - 1278-4770_23.0.1.a.3.9
Network - EE
Rooting status;
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
I want to root my phone but after reading what seems like thousands of web pages im more than a little confused. Does anyone out there have a step by step guide for beginners?
I want to use cwm recovery but don't understand how to get that on the phone as most guides say use it to back up before doing anything else but it isn't there to start with!
Also will installing cwm wipe my phone and sd card?
Any help would be much appreciated and many thanks in advance.
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Faggy said:
Thanks for the response.
Is nuts recovery better or worse than cwm? Also i thought that towel root would not work with 4.4.4 at present?
Does the locked bootloader mean i cannot do certain things even after rooting my phone like install custom roms and kernals?
Many thanks
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1) You cannot root the firmware you are on with a one click tool (like towelroot) at present. You have to downgrade to a lower firmware like 17.1.2.A.0.314 first and then root that, install a custom recovery and install a pre-rooted firmware package.
2) Your bootloader is hard locked by EE, this means that you will never be able to unlock it and install custom kernels nor custom ROM's what require custom kernels.
3) It is more than recommended to install [NUT]'s dual recovery, this installs PhilZ recovery (a more advanced CWM in my opinion), TWRP and CWM (to use CWM you have to install dual recovery manager from google play AFTER installing the dual recovery).
4) Now to downgrading, you will need to download a program called flashtool (this can be found in the Sony Cross Device development section) and the .314 ftf file (not .tft, ,ttf, .fft or any other variation people mis-spell it as). You will then need to install the drivers for your phone (these can be found in the flashtool drivers folder in the location you installed it, also if you have Windows 8 or 8.1 check my signature on how to disable driver enforcement before attempting to install the drivers.) There are plenty of guides on how to downgrade, there is even one in the firmware collection thread what can be found in the Z2 general section. Side note, when downgrading you will HAVE to wipe data and the cache (this can be selected when you are selecting the firmware to flash) or else you will end up with a phone what is in a bootloop.
5) After downgrading you will need to root, the easiest and simplest way to root would to be use the easy root toolkit (this can be found in the Sony Cross Device development section).
6) After rooting you will have to install [NUT]'s dual recovery (Sony Cross Device development section, you will need the installer file and not the flashable file).
7) After installing dual recovery you will need to flash a pre-rooted zip file of the latest update (Z2 Android Development section, I think the one by @niaboc79 is the best one to use). Alternatively you could install a custom ROM what is based on stock, it will tell you if it is.
If you need any more help, just tag me in the post (by using the @ symbol and then my user name) or PM me. Also, @Envious_Data is a great help in this device forum, helped me when I had a few queries about the phone before I got it and I have seen them help a load of people in the Q&A section.
@gamer649 Thank you for taking the time to help me, that has explained everything perfectly. I do however have a couple more questions i think you'll know about....
1 - Is there a back up app available that will do a similar back up to that of "apple". I mean reinstall all the apps i currently have and keep the home screen layouts and all data etc?
2 - In the link to the firmware downloads you gave me there is only 2 UK .314 ones and none of them are EE, shiuld i just use the unbranded one and what are the differences?
3 - The main reason i started looking into rooting was that i heard about a tweak to increase the volume of the z2 notifications by forcing it to use both speakers. Have you had any expierience with it and what other tweaks would you recomend?
Thanks again and i look forward to hearing from you again
Faggy said:
@gamer649 Thank you for taking the time to help me, that has explained everything perfectly. I do however have a couple more questions i think you'll know about....
1 - Is there a back up app available that will do a similar back up to that of "apple". I mean reinstall all the apps i currently have and keep the home screen layouts and all data etc?
2 - In the link to the firmware downloads you gave me there is only 2 UK .314 ones and none of them are EE, shiuld i just use the unbranded one and what are the differences?
3 - The main reason i started looking into rooting was that i heard about a tweak to increase the volume of the z2 notifications by forcing it to use both speakers. Have you had any expierience with it and what other tweaks would you recomend?
Thanks again and i look forward to hearing from you again
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1) You could try using the stock back up and restore app for that. Also, if you have your data backed up with your Google account it will start to reinstall all your apps along with their data once you sign in once you downgrade. @Envious_Data any other suggestions for a non-rooted device?
2) I always go for unbranded software, the reason being that there are no carrier apps nor carrier boot logos installed into the ROM and it is how Sony intended it to be. Apart from that I don't think there are any differences.
3) I don't usually have my phone on sound mode, it is either silent or vibrate so I can't help you with that one. You could take a look in the Z2 android development section to see what mods are available, some ROM's may also include this feature.
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1) You could try using the stock back up and restore app for that. Also, if you have your data backed up with your Google account it will start to reinstall all your apps along with their data once you sign in once you downgrade. Envious_Data any other suggestions for a non-rooted device?
2) I always go for unbranded software, the reason being that there are no carrier apps nor carrier boot logos installed into the ROM and it is how Sony intended it to be. Apart from that I dont think there are any differences.
3) I dont usually have my phone on sound mode, it is either silent or vibrate so I cant help you with that one. You could take a look in the Z2 android development section to see what mods are available, some ROMs may also include this feature.
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1. You can use root to copy all of your apps from /data/app and you can use flashtool to bulk install all of them
2. Branded firmwares occasionaly have some small changes for better reception on the selcted network but with 314 this doesnt actualy matter
3. Have a look around for some mods, and see if they are compatible with your current firmware version
I'm familiar with ROMs, flashing etc. This Z2 Tab came with PacMan 5.0.2 ROM and Cynaogen Recovery. I downloaded and flashed 5.1.1 PacMan just for grins, and it worked ok. Then I downloaded, wiped/flashed latest CM12.1.
So I'm getting comfortable flashing .zip ROM files and that's usually what I have done. I've used Samsung's Odin tool to flash TWRP and stock ROMs before, which is what the flashtool kinda sounds like to me.
My question is how do I get back to stock?
and
What is dual recovery? and are SGP511 and SGP512 compatible? It's just 16GB versus 32GB, correct?
I've downloaded flashtool and XperiFirm. So I think I have the tools I need. I just need to find an appropriate Stock ROM/Firmware (already rooted and bootloaders set up would be preferred) and learn how to put it all together.
Thanks guys!
I eventually figured it out...well, maybe. After several reboots, I saw "Optimizing Android Apps" and it counted up, then some NFC update and then another reboot.
I got to 'select language' , but it keeps rebooting?? I used Xperiafirm to select SGP512 Wi-Fi and I tried to use one for US/CA/PR market Vmo US/CA/PR 23.4.A.1.232 / R4C . Was this not correct?? Is this some Verizon Mobile firmware (wondering if that is what Vmo is) even though it said it was SGP512 Wi-Fi...confused.
Finally up and running. I ended up with the Taiwan Customized TW [1281-8203] 23.4.1.232 / RC6 with Global-WiFi . Running fine and stable.
I'll stay here for a few day. I reckon my next step could be to get a flashable US SGP512 version and then figure out how to flash a cutom recovery??
Hi All,
I have relented and admitted defeat. Wondered if someone would be kind enough to help me get my Z5C back to stock, actually I want it rooted but I’ll take a stock version right now, given how many hours I’ve thrown at this. I would consider myself a novice, but not a complete novice. I recently upgraded from Z1C, and the rooting process for that phone was pretty straight forward, however I have come unstuck trying to root my Z5C.
Using my desktop pc, I followed this guide perfectly until I got to “4. Root MM”:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/general/summary-tutorial-root-sony-xperia-z5-t3360515
At that point I chose “Alternative 3” and somewhere or somehow made a mistake possibly? I don’t know but my phone wouldn’t boot up.
Note: I managed to backup my DRM keys, I have a TA.img file saved to my pc.
I thought I had botched up the process and would start again by reflashing the Lollipop stock exploitable firmware, E5823_StoreFront_1299-6910_32.0.A.6.200_R2B. I used Flash Tools and connected my device in flash mode and flashed the ftf but the flashing process wouldn’t complete. It keeps hanging or getting stuck, I’ve left it for hours to complete and it never does, here’s a screenshot:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yggshdri5r6x1br/Flash Tools.png?dl=0
I thought it was my fault so made sure I had all the drivers installed for, flashmode, flashboot, Z5C, by running “Flashtool-drivers.exe” in the drivers folder and rebooting my pc. I tried downloading Lollipop firmware again and creating the ftf file again. I tried flashing the ftf, again and again and it never gets past “modem.sin”.
I tried the whole flashtools-flash-ftf process again, but this time I used my laptop and got the exact same result. I actually tried multiple USB 2.0 ports on both my pc and laptop also, but had no luck.
Anyway I gave up on rooting MarshMallow and just focussed on getting my phone functional with an operating system.
I came cross this tutorial and managed to install CM13 just fine by flashing the kernel(boot.img) and then recovery(TWRP v3), wiping(dalvik, system, cache, data) and installing the CM13 zip file from within TWRP:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/development/rom-cyanogenmod-13-sony-xperia-z5c-t3339930
As I type my phone is working fine with CM13 but how do I get MarshMallow back on my phone? Is it something to do with Sony RIC and DM-Verity? Do I need to somehow restore my DRM keys first and then try reflashing the stock Lollipop? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bix
mrbix said:
Hi All,
I have relented and admitted defeat. Wondered if someone would be kind enough to help me get my Z5C back to stock, actually I want it rooted but I’ll take a stock version right now, given how many hours I’ve thrown at this. I would consider myself a novice, but not a complete novice. I recently upgraded from Z1C, and the rooting process for that phone was pretty straight forward, however I have come unstuck trying to root my Z5C.
Using my desktop pc, I followed this guide perfectly until I got to “4. Root MM”:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/general/summary-tutorial-root-sony-xperia-z5-t3360515
At that point I chose “Alternative 3” and somewhere or somehow made a mistake possibly? I don’t know but my phone wouldn’t boot up.
Note: I managed to backup my DRM keys, I have a TA.img file saved to my pc.
I thought I had botched up the process and would start again by reflashing the Lollipop stock exploitable firmware, E5823_StoreFront_1299-6910_32.0.A.6.200_R2B. I used Flash Tools and connected my device in flash mode and flashed the ftf but the flashing process wouldn’t complete. It keeps hanging or getting stuck, I’ve left it for hours to complete and it never does, here’s a screenshot:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yggshdri5r6x1br/Flash Tools.png?dl=0
I thought it was my fault so made sure I had all the drivers installed for, flashmode, flashboot, Z5C, by running “Flashtool-drivers.exe” in the drivers folder and rebooting my pc. I tried downloading Lollipop firmware again and creating the ftf file again. I tried flashing the ftf, again and again and it never gets past “modem.sin”.
I tried the whole flashtools-flash-ftf process again, but this time I used my laptop and got the exact same result. I actually tried multiple USB 2.0 ports on both my pc and laptop also, but had no luck.
Anyway I gave up on rooting MarshMallow and just focussed on getting my phone functional with an operating system.
I came cross this tutorial and managed to install CM13 just fine by flashing the kernel(boot.img) and then recovery(TWRP v3), wiping(dalvik, system, cache, data) and installing the CM13 zip file from within TWRP:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/development/rom-cyanogenmod-13-sony-xperia-z5c-t3339930
As I type my phone is working fine with CM13 but how do I get MarshMallow back on my phone? Is it something to do with Sony RIC and DM-Verity? Do I need to somehow restore my DRM keys first and then try reflashing the stock Lollipop? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bix
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look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/help/flashtool-stuck-modem-sin-t3382757
Should be a bugged version of flashtool!
0.9.20.0 works fine for me, you can easily find it on google : "flashtool-0.9.20.0-windows.exe"
I would NOT use previous versions like 0.9.18 or 0.9.19 as suggested in the thread
If it does not solve, i could only tell you to follow another guide, and try again from zero:
please, follow the steps 1 and 2 in this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-...ck-root-xperia-z5-premium-sony-stock-t3335974
downloading latest ftf for your Z5Compact model (E5823 or E5803, look in settings -> phone info, are you sure you are flashing the correct ftf?).
before doing anything, obviously do a BACKUP
ninestarkoko said:
look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/help/flashtool-stuck-modem-sin-t3382757
Should be a bugged version of flashtool!
0.9.20.0 works fine for me, you can easily find it on google : "flashtool-0.9.20.0-windows.exe"
I would NOT use previous versions like 0.9.18 or 0.9.19 as suggested in the thread
If it does not solve, i could only tell you to follow another guide, and try again from zero:
please, follow the steps 1 and 2 in this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-...ck-root-xperia-z5-premium-sony-stock-t3335974
downloading latest ftf for your Z5Compact model (E5823 or E5803, look in settings -> phone info, are you sure you are flashing the correct ftf?).
before doing anything, obviously do a BACKUP
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Thanks very much. I've managed to flash my phone and am rooted on MM.
I tried re-installing the latest version of flashtools v9.22.3 and used "flashtool-drivers.exe" to install the flashboot and flashmode drivers and finally the Z5C drivers and it still didn't work, and read somewhere(sorry i can't find the link now) that someone had installed all the available drivers from that list . I did that and it worked? I'm sure I've fluked this but glad it's worked nonetheless.
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Thanks very much. I've managed to flash my phone and am rooted on MM.
I tried re-installing the latest version of flashtools v9.22.3 and used "flashtool-drivers.exe" to install the flashboot and flashmode drivers and finally the Z5C drivers and it still didn't work, and read somewhere(sorry i can't find the link now) that someone had installed all the available drivers from that list . I did that and it worked? I'm sure I've fluked this but glad it's worked nonetheless.
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correct driver installation was a bit difficult also for me. good to know you solved the problem
ninestarkoko said:
look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/help/flashtool-stuck-modem-sin-t3382757
Should be a bugged version of flashtool!
0.9.20.0 works fine for me, you can easily find it on google : "flashtool-0.9.20.0-windows.exe"
I would NOT use previous versions like 0.9.18 or 0.9.19 as suggested in the thread
If it does not solve, i could only tell you to follow another guide, and try again from zero:
please, follow the steps 1 and 2 in this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-...ck-root-xperia-z5-premium-sony-stock-t3335974
downloading latest ftf for your Z5Compact model (E5823 or E5803, look in settings -> phone info, are you sure you are flashing the correct ftf?).
before doing anything, obviously do a BACKUP
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Thank you. I had the same issue as OP, Google found me this thread and using flashtool 0.9.20.0 worked.
Hello everyone.
This is my first post here - in hope to get help with my Sony Z5 Compact.
So a week ago I have updated to Nougat,by mistake tbh.
Unfortunately Im really not happy with the device. The volume is OK unless youd like to watch some videos on a website - you won't hear much.
Then, playing a matroska file is impossible - stutters, pauses, gives you 5 fps ( I'm not joking) - it was flawless on MM (305).
So my plan is to go back to MM and I believe I've read every step by step tutorial existing on the Internet but I still have some questions.
1. How do I backup firmware? Every tutorial says about a folder with firmware files that you can import to flashtool to make an ftf backup of your stock firmware. The folder does not exist on my PC.
I've tried "repairing" etc, still, it does not exist.
2. Why do I need a backup firmware ftf for warranty?
3. Where can I find an ftf file?
Xperifirm doesn't give me anything, there are lots of fake websites, xperiablog doesn't send me an approval email for my account.
4. Is there anyone in Lodz, Poland that could help me?
I'd love to downgrade.. The phone is unusable for my work and I can't afford a new one.
Thanks in advance.
Kindest regards.
Michelangelo
Suggest you download Customized SG firmware, the lastest marshmellow is still available for download. Grab it now.
Hello, welcome to xda.
First, please do not open 2 different threads for the same problem - it's against forum rules.
About your problem: which fw you are on? you could try newest nougat firmware .33 first because the problems you described should've been fixed in this. Also you could dirty flash it and won't lose anything.
However if you want to go back to MM anyway, i would recommend 5.11 fw because it's .305 with newer security patch.
Be aware, that if you go back to MM, you will have to make a clean flash.
You can find all 3 firmwares on xperifirm from different regions(also .305). For most regions there are two different available, so click through all firmwares and look on the right side which you can choose.
What do you mean xperifirm gave you nothing?
How to download via xperifirm, create a ftf and flash viaflashtool: https://forum.xda-developers.com/z5...-33-pushed-t3581352/post71662820#post71662820
yup every update sony become worse
the best one was the last 5.1.1 i think (or one b4)
the last 6MM was meh
the last nougat (.33) is far worse from all of them
probably i won't buy sony's anymore
( i was happy with my WT19 sony ericsson arc like(Legacy Xperia) the one of the reasons i bought this sony(also easy roms flash,you just need use flash tool for stock roms you dont even need root or BTunlocked)
anyway i'm usually replace my phone every 5 years in average (when the phone stop run smooth mid-low range .like waze, temple run 2,subway surfer. apps (z5 still mid-high)
so the phones got about 4 more years, at least how i see it.
As Gewiz suggested, if you're on .376 or .378 version of the Nougat firmware, then updating to 2.33 might just fix the problems you're describing.
This is the highly recommended solution, since you won't lose any of your data or settings, and you don't really have to do anything, just wait for the update to become available for your region via OTA or Xperia Companion.
If you insist on downgrading back to MM, then you must perform a clean flash using unofficial (non-Sony) tools, which means you will lose all of your data and settings. Therefore you should backup all your data before doing so.
Being on anything but the latest version means you will forever have a non-dismissible notification nagging you about upgrading to the newest version.
If you're fine with that, then download a MM ROM from XperiFirm, create a FTF from the bundle, then flash it to your phone using Flashtool.
I think you're confused by the numerous tutorials you've read about "backups" and "warranty". You've likely read guides teaching you how to root your phone, which involves making a backup of the TA partition of your phone to preserve the DRM keys that resides within. Rooting the Z5C requires unlocking the bootloader, a process that wipes the DRM keys and voids your warranty. So, guides are there to help people make a backup of the DRM keys, so that they will have the ability to restore the keys to the phone and return the phone to warranty-eligible state when they need warranty service or resell their phone.
Since you have made no mention of rooting your phone, I assume none of this matters to you, don't worry about it.
Thank you all for the replies.
I updated from 376 to 2.33 and the phone is even more pathetic. It's slow and sluggish even with stamina mode off and data transfer/WiFi off. The battery drain is even bigger, now the alarm volume is terrible ( although video volume in chrome browser is now better). Mind you, I always do a reset after updating the phone, so everything that could be done was done.
I'm after 305 since the 5.11 introduced heating an worse performance ( I don't believe it was just a security patch).
I've managed to download 305 firmware with Xperifirm but I've hit one obstacle - I cannot create an FTF file with flashtool as the Xperifirm download unpacks the " FILE" files to many separate files and folders after download.
Could anyone please tell me how should I go about it? I'm really desperate to downgrade this phone as it was perfect until the cursed update and I can afford a new one.
Thanks in advance, and again thanks for all the replies.
MichelangeloJan said:
Thank you all for the replies.
I cannot create an FTF file with flashtool as the Xperifirm download unpacks the " FILE" files to many separate files and folders after download.
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First: for nougat (7.0) you need flashtool in version v0.9.23.2
version 0.9.23.1 _cannot_ create ftfs out of what you downloaded with xperifirm
Second: here's a tutorial for FTFs:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide/
Please note: in flashtool, you just have to click "Bundles\Create" (you don't need to decrypt, as this is done by xperifirm already)
Ok, guys I have one last question regarding this topic. Im sorry this took me so long but I don't have the Internet connection at home.
The "how to create an FTF file" tutorial says " exclude . Ta files" although the screen from it show only 2 files being excluded.
Some other tutorials either say the same or don't mention the .ta files.
So should I exclude all of them? Or should I leave "simlock. Ta" and "booter" in there?
Thanks again.
Michelangelo
Reflash firmware or make a factory reset. I am on .33 Nougat and rooted. Don't have any issues. Only have Greenify and battery life is good, performance is very good.
I also have flashed Zach's kernel, it makes a difference. However, these issues you have are not from this. Some people have reported such issues when upgrading from MM. If you don't want to unlock bootloader and root, make a factory reset or flash a whole .33 FTF in Flashtool. Also no, I haven't had these issues on .376 either.
I hope one of my tips helps you
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MichelangeloJan said:
Ok, guys I have one last question regarding this topic. Im sorry this took me so long but I don't have the Internet connection at home.
The "how to create an FTF file" tutorial says " exclude . Ta files" although the screen from it show only 2 files being excluded.
Some other tutorials either say the same or don't mention the .ta files.
So should I exclude all of them? Or should I leave "simlock. Ta" and "booter" in there?
Thanks again.
Michelangelo
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Don't exclude anything, leave it as is
If you ask me, make a backup of all the stuff of your Internal Storage and wipe Userdata as well (unlocking the bootloader also does this, if you decide to do so).