Bla Bla:
I have recently bought this device. The hardware seems to be all nice but software, not so good. There are tons of improvements that need to be done on the software end. I have been waiting for someone else to take an initiative up until now, but it seems everyone else has been doing the same thing and as the device is new int he market, the XDA Threads have been practically dead and they are going to stay like that if noone starts working. So, lets tickle this lady.
What We Need:
Its obvious, but I will state that anyway.
Root and Recovery
Locked Bootloader
Unlocked Bootloader
Kernel
Repacked (With Custom Ramdisk including Recovery, Disable RIC, Insecure ADB, A few Tweaks, etc.)
Compiled (Need sources for that, so lets put this on hold for now)
ROM
Stock (Rooted, Recovery, Tweaked, Optmized, Debloated, Deodexed)
Custom (Something Like This)
Progress:
Obviously, it must be a Top to Bottom approach, but I am an idiot, so, I am following Bottom to Top, actually because thats my forte and I need help with others.
Root and Recovery
Locked
Unlocked
Kernel
Repacked
Compiled
ROM
Stock (Done)
Custom (Halfway Done)
So, folks lets join hands together and start this thing. I welcome all Developers, Beginners, Contributors, Reviewers, Haters, Bullies, Killers, simply anyone and everyone who is willing to help.
I am so happy to see someone actually do custom ROM for this device. I love Sony and I love this phone so much !
Finally there is hope coming.
Thank you so much for developing here......:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
I am building for the xperia c4. May I ask where you unlocked the bootloader? Because as far as i remember, you need to unlock the loader for a custom recovery on sony phones. Right?
So far for me the main issue with this phone is high ram usage despite having very few apps installed. Even when closing all apps after use free ram is between 500-600mb. At times ram is under 500mb free and nothing is open.
Ram management is quite an important aspect which needs improvement...
There is also a slight delay when waking the device for some reason...
Also it would be great if we can get stereo speakers working on the device. The upper earpiece is fairly large and should give us decent sound to go with the lower speaker...
CTXz said:
I am building for the xperia c4. May I ask where you unlocked the bootloader? Because as far as i remember, you need to unlock the loader for a custom recovery on sony phones. Right?
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Unlocking bootloader isnt always necessarry... If you have root you sometimes can hack the init process... For example look at Xperia L recovery for locked bootloader...
Its mostly something like store the recovery ramdisk as a img file in internal storage... And while init process it gets unpacked and replaces ramdisk
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Possible root method for locked bootloader.
If someone can send him a C5 Ultra or at least log from C5 Ultra , thing will go smoother.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63626335&postcount=64
AndroPlus said:
Possible root method for locked bootloader.
If someone can send him a C5 Ultra or at least log from C5 Ultra , thing will go smoother.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63626335&postcount=64
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Tried it, unfortunately does not work...
I'd like to help or donate too if you need help just pm me and whenever i will be free(due to school) i will help you. i love this device and all we are users know that this beast needs help... First we need root :/
I'll help too... I am excited for the development on this device
Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE
Hello everyone,
this is my first post, sorry my english is not perfect.
First step,
You need to install the hXXp://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/fastboot-driver The sony flashboot driver Signed_so0112_driver_july_update.
Next step,
Sony XPERIA flashtool-0.9.19.0.2015.exe : hXXp://d-h.st/ojFw
After the installation, start the flashtool
Click on the Lightning and select flashmode and select the folder with the firmware
Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE.ft
hXXp://lifetan.ca/Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE.ftf
WIPE : USERDATA CHECKED
SPEED MAX USB BUFFER, very important to be 128k, more speed = crash !
thank you for reply.
Unlock the boot loader
Second post
how to unlock your boot loader,
upgrade the frimware for Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE
click on BLU and turn your cellphone in boot mode.
copy your IMEI on the sony website and select the Xperia C type
hXXp://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/
put the unlock code on the flasttool and click Unlock
Enjoy Unlocked C5
man-FIRE said:
Second post
how to unlock your boot loader,
upgrade the frimware for Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE
click on BLU and turn your cellphone in boot mode.
copy your IMEI on the sony website and select the Xperia C type
hXXp://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/
put the unlock code on the flasttool and click Unlock
Enjoy Unlocked C5
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Can that help to root the device?
alihacker4 said:
Can that help to root the device?
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I think so...
Above links have been removed, here is the new link for E5563 dual firmware:
http://mobile.tumblrvip.com/2015/09/06/stock-fw-c5-ultra-dual-e5563-29-0-b-0-161-customized-hk/
What about non dual version of this phone? @kanej2006
man-FIRE said:
Second post
how to unlock your boot loader,
upgrade the frimware for Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE
click on BLU and turn your cellphone in boot mode.
copy your IMEI on the sony website and select the Xperia C type
hXXp://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/
put the unlock code on the flasttool and click Unlock
Enjoy Unlocked C5
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Would this work on the c4
man-FIRE said:
Hello everyone,
this is my first post, sorry my english is not perfect.
First step,
You need to install the hXXp://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/drivers/fastboot-driver The sony flashboot driver Signed_so0112_driver_july_update.
Next step,
Sony XPERIA flashtool-0.9.19.0.2015.exe : hXXp://d-h.st/ojFw
After the installation, start the flashtool
Click on the Lightning and select flashmode and select the folder with the firmware
Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE.ft
hXXp://lifetan.ca/Customized-HK-E5563_29.0.B.1.55_1296-8551_R6A_LOCK_REMOVED-BY-man-FIRE.ftf
WIPE : USERDATA CHECKED
SPEED MAX USB BUFFER, very important to be 128k, more speed = crash !
thank you for reply.
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Is this firmware custom one or original one? Has anybody use and successful to root their c5 ultra?
Sent from my E5563 using XDA Premium HD app
gsser said:
What about non dual version of this phone? @kanej2006
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Unfortunately I could not find the firmware for non dual version, sorry!
Any updates? Was flashing successful?
Yeah, i really need to know if its successful or not. I want that root pretty bad
Related
Hello
Just purchased a SK17i Xperia Mini Pro Black Version that is locked to 02 (UK network). I am obvously new to all this stuff but do have a basic understanding but here are some questions:
1) I am thinking of waiting until Android 4.0 is Officially released by SE to update my phone (btw, anyone know when the update is coming). Was wondering when I update will I still be able to root my phone?
2) When I root (if I can) I want to install Set CPU to overclock my phone. However I have heard this drains batteries? Is this true and if so how can I make my phone faster?
3) I need to unlock my phone. Can this be done for free after rooting? If not, can someone link me to the cheapest place I can get this unlocked from?
Thanks in advance to anyone that answers
Hey dude,welcome to XMP family.
1)According to Xperia Blog,XMP will get the ICS update in the end of May or early June,after the first wave for arcS,neoV and ray.I don't know whether we can root it on official ICS or not,but I think to get a rooted phone is easy once you unlock the bootloader,and besides,there are so many developers here.
2)When it comes to overclocking,apparently it would cause battery drain faster.But with my experience,I hardly feel its difference on SE stock Rom.As for custom rom like FXP's,which I has used for a while,it drains about 2~3% per hour while idle(drop speed is two times than stock.)
3)Certainly you can unlock your phone for free,see this thread & tutorial.But it should be noticed that once you unlock it then you may invalidate your warranty.
Mine is on FXP CM9(ICS) and it's kind of laggy,but I can't tell it's because of the ICS rom or existed bugs.As SE said,we may not have the same experience like Gingerbread if we update to ICS.
noradoor said:
Hey dude,welcome to XMP family.
1)According to Xperia Blog,XMP will get the ICS update in the end of May or early June,after the first wave for arcS,neoV and ray.I don't know whether we can root it on official ICS or not,but I think to get a rooted phone is easy once you unlock the bootloader,and besides,there are so many developers here.
2)When it comes to overclocking,apparently it would cause battery drain faster.But with my experience,I hardly feel its difference on SE stock Rom.As for custom rom like FXP's,which I has used for a while,it drains about 2~3% per hour while idle(drop speed is two times than stock.)
3)Certainly you can unlock your phone for free,see this thread & tutorial.But it should be noticed that once you unlock it then you may invalidate your warranty.
Mine is on FXP CM9(ICS) and it's kind of laggy,but I can't tell it's because of the ICS rom or existed bugs.As SE said,we may not have the same experience like Gingerbread if we update to ICS.
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Hello mate, thanks for the great post
I think I will leave stock ROM once updated actually, seems to be running fine atm as it is.
I think I will still update to the official ICS when it comes out as does look worth it.
Just about no. 3) I think your talking about after rooting, the process to get custom ROMs by unlocking the bootloader? I was talking about the network? lol
Unless I'm mistaken?
Thanks again
subbyhasan said:
Hello mate, thanks for the great post
I think I will leave stock ROM once updated actually, seems to be running fine atm as it is.
I think I will still update to the official ICS when it comes out as does look worth it.
Just about no. 3) I think your talking about after rooting, the process to get custom ROMs by unlocking the bootloader? I was talking about the network? lol
Unless I'm mistaken?
Thanks again
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There is no way to get your phone unlocked from a network for free but WontanServer offers an unlocking for $15. You can try that out. Just type WontanServer in Google and click the 1st link. WontanServer is legit and won't steal your money
Though as a warning you might not be able to update to ICS as it also might unlock your bootloader. Just double check, as I am not 100% sure. Also it will void your warranty
BudgyN1 said:
There is no way to get your phone unlocked from a network for free but WontanServer offers an unlocking for $15. You can try that out. Just type WontanServer in Google and click the 1st link. WontanServer is legit and won't steal your money
Though as a warning you might not be able to update to ICS as it also might unlock your bootloader. Just double check, as I am not 100% sure. Also it will void your warranty
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Thanks alot, will take a look at that website
What do you mean by updating to ICS will unlock my bootloader? Isn't that a good thing? Don't mind about warranty, can have that sorted out but don't understand the bold line mate
Thanks
good thing in the sense? If you don't bother about warranty then you can try custom ROM ics.but the problem is some bugs are not fixed by developers they will take time.main bug is camera not working..i am using ics so just check k? Good luck
Xperian8~ click thanks if it helps...
subbyhasan said:
What do you mean by updating to ICS will unlock my bootloader? Isn't that a good thing? Don't mind about warranty, can have that sorted out but don't understand the bold line mate
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He meant that the Wotanserver network-unlock method might unlock your bootloader (which it does). This bootloader unlock, whilst giving you access to custom ROMs etc, might not behave with official SONY updates (such as ICS) - I'd link you for proof but I'm not allowed to due to my low post count .
Also, Google 'Omnius Unlock'. They will unlock your phone for free over the next few days (Easter promotion). I'm not sure how reputable those guys are though so you'll want to check.
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
subbyhasan said:
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
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If your phone's bootloader is unlocked you can not recieve any official update through Sony as it will brick your phone but you can install a ICS ROM.
subbyhasan said:
Thanks for that Omnius Lock thing, looks great and will check it out
So, if I unlock it I may be unable to upgrade to 4.0? That is a bit stupid to say the least? Anyone on an Xperia that was unlocked then ugraded to 4.0? Did it become locked again?
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Well I'm not sure about 'stupid', you'll have to weigh it up. If you look in the development section, there's already a very useable version of ICS (look for MiniCMSanwich), which is potentially better than Sony's bloatware-infused and themed version (not to mention probably unrootable) due in a couple of months.
I think it's mainly FOTA bricks that happen (over-the air updating from Sony), and some bootloader unlocks allow for this by just patching the bootloader to make it seem unlocked (any SETool unlock will do this). So there are a number of options.
Be careful also of some bootloader methods stripping the DRM keys, these are used by Sony services like TrackID, which will cease to work (permanently) following a bootloader unlock.
Edit: There's a distinct difference between a network unlock and a bootloader unlock, the former will nearly always also execute the latter, but the latter can be done by itself (obviously only on unbranded phones). The method of getting a custom ROM is basically network unlock > bootloader unlock > root > install custom kernel > install custom ROM. Root can be done before the unlocks, I believe.
I'm new to all this too, only trying to explain because I know how much of a total pain it was to work it all out .
BudgyN1 said:
If your phone's bootloader is unlocked you can not recieve any official update through Sony as it will brick your phone but you can install a ICS ROM.
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He is talking about network lock.
Network lock stays away, updating probably won't lock it again, but no one has tried and we do not have any sure information
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
notoxa said:
Well I'm not sure about 'stupid', you'll have to weigh it up. If you look in the development section, there's already a very useable version of ICS (look for MiniCMSanwich), which is potentially better than Sony's bloatware-infused and themed version (not to mention probably unrootable) due in a couple of months.
I think it's mainly FOTA bricks that happen (over-the air updating from Sony), and some bootloader unlocks allow for this by just patching the bootloader to make it seem unlocked (any SETool unlock will do this). So there are a number of options.
Be careful also of some bootloader methods stripping the DRM keys, these are used by Sony services like TrackID, which will cease to work (permanently) following a bootloader unlock.
Edit: There's a distinct difference between a network unlock and a bootloader unlock, the former will nearly always also execute the latter, but the latter can be done by itself (obviously only on unbranded phones). The method of getting a custom ROM is basically network unlock > bootloader unlock > root > install custom kernel > install custom ROM. Root can be done before the unlocks, I believe.
I'm new to all this too, only trying to explain because I know how much of a total pain it was to work it all out .
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Ah, right. Makes everything at lot clearer thanks
So if I do unlock through the Wotanserver place, my bootloader will be unlocked but I wouldn't be able to get official ICS, but a just as good if not better copy? Is the ROM fully stable as in does everything function fine? I have heard of an ICS ROM which stopped HD recording on Xperias. Does this have any such problem?
Someguyfromhell said:
He is talking about network lock.
Network lock stays away, updating probably won't lock it again, but no one has tried and we do not have any sure information
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
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Hopefully will but doubt I can update now anyways
Can I just say thank you to every single poster on this thread. You have all been immensely helpful. There are few forums which reply so quickly and as well as many people on here have done so thanks a lot to everyone
ya noob question
but help..
im not able to load the ftf file or even see it from the flashtool
i put it in the firmware folder
check the image i attached and see if you can help
lord.tomriddle said:
ya noob question
but help..
im not able to load the ftf file or even see it from the flashtool
i put it in the firmware folder
check the image i attached and see if you can help
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What you on about mate? Make your own thread
Also, just a quick question to add: Do I have to go to SE to get my boot loader unlocked? Or will it automatically unlock with Flashtool when I flash the Kernel?
Thanks
subbyhasan said:
What you on about mate? Make your own thread
Also, just a quick question to add: Do I have to go to SE to get my boot loader unlocked? Or will it automatically unlock with Flashtool when I flash the Kernel?
Thanks
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MY flashtooll aint showing the ftf files..
and you need to unlock bootloader..
got to http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
piotrasss87 said:
you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
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Thanks for that, do you have a link for me which I can use?
And just generally, can I add that this is the way to get MiniCMSanwich ROM on my XMP:
Root (zerg's software) (not needed but useful so might as well do it then)
Unlock Bootloader (from SE's website or the link which hopefully the above poster/someone else gives me)
Kernel Installation (Flashtool)
Finally, flash the ROM and Gapps using Clockwork Mod Recovery
Thanks
piotrasss87 said:
you can also use the program called SE Bootloader unloker-relocker.Its very simple to unlock it,easyer than ofical way on se website.
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It is the same unlock method, just everything brought to one place by that app maker.
Rooting your phone before custom ROM installation is not needed, because old ROM(stock) gets deleted anyway and custom ROMs include root already.
Someguyfromhell said:
It is the same unlock method, just everything brought to one place by that app maker.
Rooting your phone before custom ROM installation is not needed, because old ROM(stock) gets deleted anyway and custom ROMs include root already.
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Ah, right will probably leave it then
Thanks a lot
As I said its make much easyer
there you go mate http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613
I have the international SGP521 LTE (castor) running smooth on
CM11 nighlies on T-Mobile and ATT.
I have been looking at the official US version of the Z2 LTE- exclusive
to Verizon. In the past - Verizon has locked the bootloader - and made
it difficult to run CM11 on their branded devices.
Has anyone worked on the brand new Verizon branded Sony Z2 LTE tablet?
Can the bootloader be unlocked directly from Sony?
Will the CM11 castor nightly load on this version?
xbill9 said:
I have the international SGP521 LTE (castor) running smooth on
CM11 nighlies on T-Mobile and ATT.
I have been looking at the official US version of the Z2 LTE- exclusive
to Verizon. In the past - Verizon has locked the bootloader - and made
it difficult to run CM11 on their branded devices.
Has anyone worked on the brand new Verizon branded Sony Z2 LTE tablet?
Can the bootloader be unlocked directly from Sony?
Will the CM11 castor nightly load on this version?
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Code:
FAILED (remote: Command not allowed)
finished. total time: 0.004s
This is what I'm getting. This is my first Sony device, so I'll wait for the experts to chime in before I go any further.
Did Sony issue you a bootloader unlock code?
Was this the message from the fastboot oem unlock 0xNNNNNNN?
The normal sony device flow is consistent across their devices:
get device drivers working from sony or flashtool (fastboot and ADB)
get the bootloader unlocked from sony
download PA Gapps,CM11 zip, and SuperSU to the SD card
extract the boot.img from the CM11 zip
flash the boot.img to the boot partition
reboot recovery
full wipe from the recovery
reboot to recovery and flash the zips from the SD card
reboot into system
If the bootloader won't unlock then everything else goes out the window.
Mr.Preacher said:
Code:
FAILED (remote: Command not allowed)
finished. total time: 0.004s
This is what I'm getting. This is my first Sony device, so I'll wait for the experts to chime in before I go any further.
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Just picked up the US Sony Verizon Z2 tablet.
The model number is SGP561.
First impressions are great hardware.
SGP521 plus extra bands and CDMA.
Insane amount of bloatware.
Sony bloatware. Verizon bloatware. Bloatware on Bloatware.
I am not holding my breath for a Google Play version either.
I will try the Sony bootloader unlock - but I don't have high expectations.
Sony will issue a bootloader unlock.
But the device will not unlock with the issued code.
When you check the service menu settings- the device is unlockable.
No bootloader unlock means a difficult path for custom recovery.
Too bad this is the exclusive z2 tablet version release for the states.
If you have a GSM carrier (T-Mobile or ATT) buy the international SGP521 (castor)
from somewhere else like Amazon and roll the dice on warranty service.
Sony has been great with releasing Z2 tablet kernel sources but I guess
they don't really care about restricting customers in the US.
xbill9 said:
Sony will issue a bootloader unlock.
But the device will not unlock with the issued code.
When you check the service menu settings- the device is unlockable.
No bootloader unlock means a difficult path for custom recovery.
Too bad this is the exclusive z2 tablet version release for the states.
If you have a GSM carrier (T-Mobile or ATT) buy the international SGP521 (castor)
from somewhere else like Amazon and roll the dice on warranty service.
Sony has been great with releasing Z2 tablet kernel sources but I guess
they don't really care about restricting customers in the US.
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I just got one too and expected this outcome because it's Verizon
How do you get to the service menu with no dialer?
-Collin-
The directions are on the sony developer site
under the bootloader unlock pages.
Select the Z2 tablet non-wifi.
Its unusual- you have to go to the contacts app and then
click on white space on a specific page to bring up a hidden service app.
Thanks for that...definitely a bit strange. Would have taken me about 10 years to figure that out
Bad news on both fronts. Bootloader unlock allowed: no. LTE bands 4 and 13 (Verizon's two bands), meaning they disabled all the others. I had hopes of using this on T-Mobile at some point, but alas I should have known better.
Thanks, as always, Verizon My service provider is starting to feel like the Seinfeld skit where they try to quit the gym.
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I was contemplating buying the Z2 on verizon. So I get it seems like you cant unlock the bootloader but is it difficult to achieve root? I just want to be able to remove the Verizon apps. Also any feedback on this tablet would be appreciated
ohiog said:
I was contemplating buying the Z2 on verizon. So I get it seems like you cant unlock the bootloader but is it difficult to achieve root? I just want to be able to remove the Verizon apps. Also any feedback on this tablet would be appreciated
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Root is not an issue. I've successfully rooted both firmwares.
Has anyone successfully converted their SGP521 Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet to using stock Sony firmware & retained Bravia Engine & Camera quality? I'd love to stop having to wait on Verizon for firmware & remove their apps.
Hey
da_reeseboy said:
Root is not an issue. I've successfully rooted both firmwares.
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I know you wrote this a couple years ago - but I am having trouble rooting my SGP561. Also - it safe to say that I am a newb. Haha. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Cheers.
V
viqsingh said:
I know you wrote this a couple years ago - but I am having trouble rooting my SGP561. Also - it safe to say that I am a newb. Haha. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Cheers.
V
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Its been too long since I've touched that tablet... sorry. I don't remember a thing on it.
Did you find the solution?
I have the same problem! did you find the solution?
Thanks
viqsingh said:
I know you wrote this a couple years ago - but I am having trouble rooting my SGP561. Also - it safe to say that I am a newb. Haha. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Cheers.
V
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viqsingh said:
I know you wrote this a couple years ago - but I am having trouble rooting my SGP561. Also - it safe to say that I am a newb. Haha. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Cheers.
V
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I really don't know if you still need help with this but if you do, let me know
reymund602 said:
I really don't know if you still need help with this but if you do, let me know
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I just got the tablet and I need help, if u are still willing...
Edit... Was able to flash lollipop 5.1.1. Firmware...
clintono316 said:
I just got the tablet and I need help, if u are still willing...
Edit... Was able to flash lollipop 5.1.1. Firmware...
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Sure thing,
The easiest way I've found was to use Kingroot to root your Z2 Tablet. (open and run kingroot to actually achieve root) afterwards if you prefer Supersu you will need to flash a custom recovery. To do so, activate USB debugging and connect your tablet to your PC via USB. Download xdualrecovery 2.8.26 for Tablet (should be the second one from top if downloading from http://nut.xperia-files.com/path/XZDualRecovery/XZDualRecovery_2.8.26). Extract the contents to your desktop and click the install.bat. When given options as to which method you wish to install custom recovery with choose method 2 (Install with superuser) and follow the on screen prompts and grant permission on your tablet (when selecting option 2 a script will initiate on your PC and advise you to grant root on your device. Simply unlock the device and grant permissions to continue). Once done your tablet will reboot to custom recovery. Reboot the system and install supersume and run the application. It will remove kingroot and install Supersu. When completed it will automatically open Supersu (it may prompt you to update the binaries... If this does happen DO NOT click TWRP as it will reboot to recovery and do nothing for you! Simply click Normal and let it do its thing and you should be done!!! :victory: all that's left to do is reboot your tablet to remove kingroot from the appdrawer if it's not already removed. If for some reason Supersume is not working properly then reinstall kingroot and retry Supersume again.
I forgot to include the link, for some odd reason I can't upload files. anyways I've also included the files for xposed installer just in case you want xposed on lollipop. Just be sure to make a backup after installing the framework through recovery as some modules are incompatible and cause the tablet to be stuck in a bootloop. That way you can restore if you have any questions ask and I'll help out as much as I can
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3goltXJETKaeERwakdiN0h0a1E
reymund602 said:
Sure thing,
The easiest way I've found was to use Kingroot to root your Z2 Tablet......
if you have any questions ask and I'll help out as much as I can
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3goltXJETKaeERwakdiN0h0a1E
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Hey thanks, yea I was going to ask u about rooting, I tried a couple ways but was unsuccessful. Will fallow ur institutions and hope that it will work this time. Will let u know what happens, but probably won't be able to try until tomorrow... Thanks again...
clintono316 said:
Hey thanks, yea I was going to ask u about rooting, I tried a couple ways but was unsuccessful. Will fallow ur institutions and hope that it will work this time. Will let u know what happens, but probably won't be able to try until tomorrow... Thanks again...
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Yeah no problem sir. Just trying to help out. I went scouring the interwebs for methods and didn't find any luck with lollipop. Only methods worked with Kitkat but I didn't have the ftf for Kitkat so was stuck with lollipop. But just follow my directions and it should work just fine. If link goes dead let me know asap and I'll upload them again as well as make a mirror. Let me know how things go
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Yeah no problem sir. Just trying to help out. I went scouring the interwebs for methods and didn't find any luck with lollipop. Only methods worked with Kitkat but I didn't have the ftf for Kitkat so was stuck with lollipop. But just follow my directions and it should work just fine. If link goes dead let me know asap and I'll upload them again as well as make a mirror. Let me know how things go
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I download the file and re-uploaded to my google drive and have a backup copy on my N7... So u can remove the link if u want or leave for others... Thanks...
No need to call me sir, makes me feel old... Even thou I am...????
Is anyone willing to put together easy to follow rooting guide for Xpreria Z4 Tablet?
I am a new owner of said tablet and so far I am little lost still.
So far I have figured out that I need to unlock bootloader trough Sony developer website and then flash AndroPlusKernel v21 +, TWRP, SuperUser...
My tablet is currently running Android 5.0.2 (Build 280.A.8.260) and I am itching to upgrade to Marshmallow. Can I flash AndroPlusKernel once I upgrade to Marshmallow or do it now? I own Xpreria Z3 phone and rooting needs to be done on lower Android versions because otherwise one needs to downgrade first to root and then flash modified ROM.
czguy said:
Is anyone willing to put together easy to follow rooting guide for Xpreria Z4 Tablet?
I am a new owner of said tablet and so far I am little lost still.
So far I have figured out that I need to unlock bootloader trough Sony developer website and then flash AndroPlusKernel v21 +, TWRP, SuperUser...
My tablet is currently running Android 5.0.2 (Build 280.A.8.260) and I am itching to upgrade to Marshmallow. Can I flash AndroPlusKernel once I upgrade to Marshmallow or do it now? I own Xpreria Z3 phone and rooting needs to be done on lower Android versions because otherwise one needs to downgrade first to root and then flash modified ROM.
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Hi,
Unlocking bootloader causes a factory reset. So you lose the update to MM (I'm not sure after all
After that see my post here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z4-...ooting-attempt-using-androplus-t3331928/page2
czguy said:
Is anyone willing to put together easy to follow rooting guide for Xpreria Z4 Tablet?
I am a new owner of said tablet and so far I am little lost still.
So far I have figured out that I need to unlock bootloader trough Sony developer website and then flash AndroPlusKernel v21 +, TWRP, SuperUser...
My tablet is currently running Android 5.0.2 (Build 280.A.8.260) and I am itching to upgrade to Marshmallow. Can I flash AndroPlusKernel once I upgrade to Marshmallow or do it now? I own Xpreria Z3 phone and rooting needs to be done on lower Android versions because otherwise one needs to downgrade first to root and then flash modified ROM.
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I suggest
doing an OTA update to MM while on stock (this is the easiest update path)
make sure MyXperia is OFF at all times
unlock bootloader through Sony (tablet will be wiped)
flash AndroPlus Kernel (v20+)
flash TWRP (see AndroPlus Kernel topic)
flash SuperSU
make absolutely sure MyXperia is OFF at all times
Optional: donate a bit to AndroPlus and Chainfire, or buy some of their apps / Pro licenses, to thank them for their hard work
jelbo said:
I suggest
doing an OTA update to MM while on stock (this is the easiest update path)
make sure MyXperia is OFF at all times
unlock bootloader through Sony (tablet will be wiped)
flash AndroPlus Kernel (v20+)
flash TWRP (see AndroPlus Kernel topic)
flash SuperSU
make absolutely sure MyXperia is OFF at all times
Optional: donate a bit to AndroPlus and Chainfire, or buy some of their apps / Pro licenses, to thank them for their hard work
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Perfect, done! I'm running rooted Marshmallow now. Many thanks!
I want to do exactly the same and have some questions.
Is app "MyXperia" installed in MM ? I'm asking because I cant find it any more.
Is it possible and safe completely uninstall "MyXperia" it after root MM ?
Any advices ?
davkpl said:
I want to do exactly the same and have some questions.
Is app "MyXperia" installed in MM ? I'm asking because I cant find it any more.
Is it possible and safe completely uninstall "MyXperia" it after root MM ?
Any advices ?
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I can see my Xperia in Settings/Security on Marshmallow where it gives you an option to activate it.
I don't see it among apps where it could be disabled or uninstalled...
Everything sounds good but:
How do you boot into recovery?
How can you flash SU from Fastboot?
I'm stock in that step, please help.
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jongcruz said:
Everything sounds good but:
How do you boot into recovery?
How can you flash SU from Fastboot?
I'm stock in that step, please help.
Sent from my SM-G935T using Tapatalk
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Once you flash recovery, restart your tablet and press volume down button when the white screen with SONY Xperia is on and "yellowish/greenish" LED lights up. The LED will turn orange and tablet will enter recovery. While in recovery, flash SuperSU that you have previously downloaded and saved on your tablet.
https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip?retrieve_file=1 Thx jelbo for the link.
czguy said:
Once you flash recovery, restart your tablet and press volume down button when the white screen with SONY Xperia is on and "yellowish/greenish" LED lights up. The LED will turn orange and tablet will enter recovery. While in recovery, flash SuperSU that you have previously downloaded and saved on your tablet.
https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip?retrieve_file=1 Thx jelbo for the link.
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Thanks mate, done!
Sent from my SGP771 using Tapatalk
Hi,
I will release here my updated "boot.img" files for the Xperia XA Ultra Single Sim.
You must have an unlocked bootloader to flash with Fastboot.
You don't need to be on the same firmware as the boot image that you want to flash.
You have to flash SuperSu again from TWRP just after flashed new boot to avoid bootloop.
All boot images have "ro.secure=0" and "ro.debuggable=1" in default.prop file
and "forcencrypt" of internal memory switched to "encryptable" in fstab.mt6755 file.
The Fastboot command is:
fastboot flash boot NAMEOFIMAGE.img
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Follow the guide from @Yooooomi to flash new firmware on your Ultra to avoid bugs and brick: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa-ultra/how-to/flashing-xa-ultra-flashtool-t3551319
Releases:
24/01/2017: From 36.0.A.2.109 kernel sources and Ramdisk from 36.0.A.2.109 firmware.
https://mega.nz/#!o5JgkKiY!FZj2mN7ePEuWj30jRtFPqb-6yN414eCbkaeSyHOgntA
What else is included in this kernel. Battery or sound tweaks?
pikeylfc said:
What else is included in this kernel. Battery or sound tweaks?
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Nothing. I made it for rooted users and because you can't repack the kernel from "ftf" firmware. (usefull if you want to play with the ramdisk)
You can ask Sony for a kernel changelog
36.2.A.2.109 boot fix the front camera not focusing after root, thanks to @Xaultra for the feedback.
Thank you for your updated kernels, I'll try them when I have a chance.
Out of interest have you seen the development being done for the Z5 kernels on this thread...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...oot-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Do you think we could ever have such a tool working for the XA Ultra?
btb55 said:
Thank you for your updated kernels, I'll try them when I have a chance.
Out of interest have you seen the development being done for the Z5 kernels on this thread...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...oot-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Do you think we could ever have such a tool working for the XA Ultra?
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Maybe yes, porting some tools is possible but as you can see we don't have any dev or power users for our devices and I will not try to do all alone, I don't have enough coffee.
rrvuhpg said:
Maybe yes, porting some tools is possible but as you can see we don't have any dev or power users for our devices and I will not try to do all alone, I don't have enough coffee.
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Can you upgrade kernel to 36.0.A.2.146 version? I tried this but I got bootloop and couldn't root
BlueTR said:
Can you upgrade kernel to 36.0.A.2.146 version? I tried this but I got bootloop and couldn't root
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Yes I can but you will have to wait some days, can you send me the boot.sin from the ftf firmware?
HELLO
I have flashed FW release : 36.0.A.2.146,
*#*#7378423#*#* = bootloader unlock:Yes
The problem after i flash boot.img recovery.img (=succes) and flash supeSU.
i reboot my phone an he stuck on Boot animation , i have try wipe cache , dalvikcache, userdata but the problem remain the same
Before with .123 firmware version , i had no problem !
IF someone have a solution or a download link Sony Xperia XA Ultra(F3211). FW release : 36.0.A.2.123 for FRANCE
thank you
rhabhab said:
HELLO
I have flashed FW release : 36.0.A.2.146,
*#*#7378423#*#* = bootloader unlock:Yes
The problem after i flash boot.img recovery.img (=succes) and flash supeSU.
i reboot my phone an he stuck on Boot animation , i have try wipe cache , dalvikcache, userdata but the problem remain the same
Before with .123 firmware version , i had no problem !
IF someone have a solution or a download link Sony Xperia XA Ultra(F3211). FW release : 36.0.A.2.123 for FRANCE
thank you
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Hi, there is no modified boot for 36.0.A.2.146 firmware that's probably why you have a bootloop. Download 36.0.A.2.123 firmware with Xperifirm included in Flashtool.
rrvuhpg said:
Hi, there is no modified boot for 36.0.A.2.146 firmware that's probably why you have a bootloop. Download 36.0.A.2.123 firmware with Xperifirm included in Flashtool.
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I didn't find .123 firmware, probably because its in older SONY server ;
thank you.
Hl
Does any one have a twrp backup of 3213 full that they could upload i have twrp recovery no os!
Sent from my LG-H815 using xda premium
Inside have drm fix? if not have how could i put inside guide me please bro
Plans? Will this help us root 7?
appleknight said:
Plans? Will this help us root 7?
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Yes, answered here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa-ultra/help/nougat-help-please-t3624302/page2
rrvuhpg said:
Yes, answered here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xa-ultra/help/nougat-help-please-t3624302/page2
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I'm pretty much in the same boat as Appleknight based on his reply in the other thread. I've got a more-than-full-time job, a lot of other interests, no experience compiling kernels and no time to learn.
I understand that it probably gets frustrating putting in all the work and not getting much in the way of recognition or gratitude for it, so I understand if you have chosen not to produce a root-pack for Nougat. That being said, If you (or anyone else with the skills to do so) would produce a root-pack for nougat on my 3213, I'd be more than happy to donate - say $20. Not sure if anyone else is interested in sweetening the pot...
Marvelicious75 said:
I'm pretty much in the same boat as Appleknight based on his reply in the other thread. I've got a more-than-full-time job, a lot of other interests, no experience compiling kernels and no time to learn.
I understand that it probably gets frustrating putting in all the work and not getting much in the way of recognition or gratitude for it, so I understand if you have chosen not to produce a root-pack for Nougat. That being said, If you (or anyone else with the skills to do so) would produce a root-pack for nougat on my 3213, I'd be more than happy to donate - say $20. Not sure if anyone else is interested in sweetening the pot...
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Sorry but I'm not interested, I'm not a mercenary.
I prefer receiving 20 cents from 100 users because they like my work (or 100 thanks ?) rather than $20 from one user because it need my work. I hope that you understand my point of view. But I'm sure that your offer will motivate some people.
I can respect that.
need help relocking the boothloader on xperia
hi good morning guys can anyone please advise me how to re lock the booth-loader on xperia xa ultra f3216
i would live to bring it back to factory version and please sent me the flashing files thank you
Is this the stock boot img?
Need help for tutorial to unbrick xz1 701so Softbank n where to download the stock rom
The bootloader locked
Please help
T.I.A
download firmware : https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
flasher tool :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
also Google.com
TEK023 said:
download firmware : https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
flasher tool :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...gress-newflasher-xperia-command-line-t3619426
also Google.com
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Thanks
I will try it tonight
I saw ur post, to change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
Is there any other way without buying ?
you can't
you can use temp root but only with oreo 8.0 firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...1c-xz1-xzp-temp-root-exploit-via-cve-t4046641
TEK023 said:
you can't
you can use temp root but only with oreo 8.0 firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/cr...1c-xz1-xzp-temp-root-exploit-via-cve-t4046641
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Thanka for fast respond My friend
Mine is xz1 701SO doesnt listed there
If i can flash with assuming to unbrick n flash the oreo ftf, hope it can change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
But if i can flash n reboot to oreo n try to use the temp root so i can debloat some apps i dont need
My god i really need to root n flash cusrom so i can play a game smooth. I spent all my saving to buy this xz1 n now i regret it.
Any other suggestion ?
Lost149ers said:
Thanka for fast respond My friend
Mine is xz1 701SO doesnt listed there
If i can flash with assuming to unbrick n flash the oreo ftf, hope it can change the bootloader unlock allowed : no to yes
But if i can flash n reboot to oreo n try to use the temp root so i can debloat some apps i dont need
My god i really need to root n flash cusrom so i can play a game smooth. I spent all my saving to buy this xz1 n now i regret it.
Any other suggestion ?
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the unlock tool itself supports all kinds of xz1. but i've heard that the xz1 sov36 version got no signal problem after using the paid unlocking software.
about the bootloader no to yes possibility by flashing global rom, i guess there's 50/50 chance here. some say they finally got yes, some say no. in my experience, i would say not really since the "No" option is embedded in the hardware itself
NextGeneration9501 said:
the unlock tool itself supports all kinds of xz1. but i've heard that the xz1 sov36 version got no signal problem after using the paid unlocking software.
about the bootloader no to yes possibility by flashing global rom, i guess there's 50/50 chance here. some say they finally got yes, some say no. in my experience, i would say not really since the "No" option is embedded in the hardware itself
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I agree with you, ive done many time while i still had my z1c
Xz1 is different, 701SO softbank also way so different from other variant.
I tried flashed the global oreo, but failed, i flashed the global Pie but still allowed : no
N ive just unbrick my xz1, its my only smartphone. Damn cant do anything to get it unlocked n rooted
I felt dissapointed bought it, i shouldve check it first before pay it
Lost149ers said:
I agree with you, ive done many time while i still had my z1c
Xz1 is different, 701SO softbank also way so different from other variant.
I tried flashed the global oreo, but failed, i flashed the global Pie but still allowed : no
N ive just unbrick my xz1, its my only smartphone. Damn cant do anything to get it unlocked n rooted
I felt dissapointed bought it, i shouldve check it first before pay it
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haha, don't lose hope my friend. i used a program to change that for my xz1 701so. unfortunately, it's paid and costs around $30. this will also help for simlock devices
that's why i'm still a loyal sony fan. with sony’s supporting aosp, i think i'd never leave sony ecosystem
this program should be viral to people who want to root their sony phone but use japan version. so we can increase more people in developing more rom for sony phones.
NextGeneration9501 said:
haha, don't lose hope my friend. i used a program to change that for my xz1 701so. unfortunately, it's paid and costs around $30. this will also help for simlock devices
that's why i'm still a loyal sony fan. with sony’s supporting aosp, i think i'd never leave sony ecosystem
this program should be viral to people who want to root their sony phone but use japan version. so we can increase more people in developing more rom for sony phones.
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Yes, ive read bout that too, but $30 for me is a high amount, i can live 2 month with $30 ?.
I was hope someone can make a rootable rom just like z1c without UBL, ?
What I need is just to debloat my xz1 n change the kernel for gaming n better battery
But, Im a nomadic backpacker so . . Im glad i can unbrick it, now i will just live with it
I have unlocked BL of 701SO using qunlocktool
damncut said:
I have unlocked BL of 701SO using qunlocktool
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i got "Command did not succeed" error trying to unlock BL after getting the Yes option through qunlocktool. Any help? I'm on latest SoftBank Pie 47.2.D.1.133. I even turned on OEM Unlocking, USB Debugging as well as double checking the IMEI which I entered correctly at Sony's Unlock Code page.....
I don't want my $30 "unlock" to be such a waste though....
NextGeneration9501 said:
i got "Command did not succeed" error trying to unlock BL after getting the Yes option through qunlocktool. Any help? I'm on latest SoftBank Pie 47.2.D.1.133. I even turned on OEM Unlocking, USB Debugging as well as double checking the IMEI which I entered correctly at Sony's Unlock Code page.....
I don't want my $30 "unlock" to be such a waste though....
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mine boot loader code changed when unlocking through qunlocktool
pls check qunlocktool log.below is mine
Checking for signature ...
Waiting for calculation process ...
RESPONSE: "SUCCESS" [1597]
BOOTLOADER UNLOCK CODE: 1234567890ABCDEF
UNLOCK DONE
Elapsed: 49 secs.
damncut said:
mine boot loader code changed when unlocking through qunlocktool
pls check qunlocktool log.below is mine
Checking for signature ...
Waiting for calculation process ...
RESPONSE: "SUCCESS" [1597]
BOOTLOADER UNLOCK CODE: 1234567890ABCDEF
UNLOCK DONE
Elapsed: 49 secs.
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wow ?. huge thanks mate ??????. my qunlock also outputs the same bootloader code as yours and finally succeeded unlocked BL. but rip the drm keys though. no way to back them up. phone always fail booting global rom.
this phone is really weird ?. other xperia phones i used like x performance and x compact that i used to unlock with qunlocktool before (ended up in the drawer) can unlock with sony's code.....
anyways, really huge thanks mate!!!