Latest, fastest root on the z3V (phone) running unrooted 5.0.2 is to use Kingroot, flash xz dual recovery, and download and install a fresh prerooted 5.0.2 ROM that would then get rid of all traces of Kingroot. The ROM I used was compiled by GigaSPX and contained a flashlight mod and nut's dual recovery.
Prior to that method, you had to flash the stock 5.0.2 back to 4.4.4 in order to gain root. Then you could flash Gigaspx's ROM to have all of it.
Problem for me was (is) I have crap for an Internet connection, and would like to know the fastest easiest way to date how to gain root on my z2 Verizon tablet. The less files I need to download the better.
Thank you.
This is a verizon device.....i dont think that a quick way exists......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...how-to-root-sgp561-z2-tablet-verizon-t3054700
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Can anyone give me a link or brief description of the updating process for my device?
Current status is that the device is rooted, ROM is stock 1031C0136. I cannot remember which procedure was used for rooting and but the Bootloader is unlocked, yet no custom recovery has ever been installed.
1041B0109 is offered to me through the regular embedded OTA update feature.
So what is my best approach?
1. Install recovery, pick stocklike prerooted Rom and flash it?
2. Just go with the OTA because I can just re-root that version with an available hack?
3. .....?
A quick pointer in the right direction would be kind. Thank you.
Walter_White said:
Can anyone give me a link or brief description of the updating process for my device?
Current status is that the device is rooted, ROM is stock 1031C0136. I cannot remember which procedure was used for rooting and but the Bootloader is unlocked, yet no custom recovery has ever been installed.
1041B0109 is offered to me through the regular embedded OTA update feature.
So what is my best approach?
1. Install recovery, pick stocklike prerooted Rom and flash it?
2. Just go with the OTA because I can just re-root that version with an available hack?
3. .....?
A quick pointer in the right direction would be kind. Thank you.
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Get root directly with Vroot, install recovery, flash 10.4.1.B.0.109 prerooted ROM.
Hi!
I have the SGP311 with the 4.2.2 Version of Android. Back then I rooted it using the tool VRoot (i think that was the name).
As all I wanted was root for TiBackup I left it at that. Stock ROM, some modifications through root access, but I saw no need to go further.
I would now like to update. OTA does not work, either because I am root or because the bootloader unlock (which I think happened during the root process).
There are so many guides out there, some contradictory or rather relying on going from certain versions to the newest.
What is my best bet?
Unroot and Relock, OTA update, then re-root? Is there a Guide to that?
Or how do I get a recovery on there easily? Guide?
Then assuming I have recovery on, what do I flash. Sony has grown on me, so I am happy with a stock rom or something very close to it, if I can root it for my mods.
What is the least dangerous way to get this tablet up to date?
Thanks for your help!
Walter_White said:
Hi! I have the SGP311 with the 4.2.2 Version of Android. Back then I rooted it using the tool VRoot (i think that was the name). As all I wanted was root for TiBackup I left it at that. Stock ROM, some modifications through root access, but I saw no need to go further. I would now like to update. OTA does not work, either because I am root or because the bootloader unlock (which I think happened during the root process). There are so many guides out there, some contradictory or rather relying on going from certain versions to the newest. What is my best bet? Unroot and Relock, OTA update, then re-root? Is there a Guide to that? Or how do I get a recovery on there easily? Guide? Then assuming I have recovery on, what do I flash. Sony has grown on me, so I am happy with a stock rom or something very close to it, if I can root it for my mods. What is the least dangerous way to get this tablet up to date? Thanks for your help!
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Vroot would not have unlocked the tablet's boot loader, so are you sure it is unlocked? And have you tried using Sony PC Companion to update the firmware? I was going to recommend trying to use Sony Mobile Update Service, which I preferred over PC Companion, but it appears Sony stopped supporting it.
What do people think? Especially with 4.4.2 seemingly being the norm now. Easiest to install? Easiest to unroot? Least buggy? Compatibility? Any others than the above you prefer?
Hi, for me the best are towelroot and stump root because don't need pc but only an apk. The best was towelroot but it only work for build < jun 3 2014. Stump root now work perfect but it isn't simple to unroot, you need to reflash stock rom, because it makes low level changes, without flash stock you can only remove su binary.
Hey guys need alittle help getting my head around rooting my spg611.
Which process would you recomend?
Will any of these methods work?
1. Downgrade to 5.0.2 with flash tool
2. Root with kingroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash a prerooted 5.1.1
Or
1. Downgrade to 4.4.4
2. Root with gieroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash prerooted 5.1.1
Root
Hi,
I used the desktop version of this on my SGP612.
Works fine.
ziggiesden said:
Hi,
I used the desktop version of this on my SGP612.
Works fine.
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Sorry, the desktop version of what?
Kingroot
Kingroot - It somehow did not paste in the link? That is kingroot.org if you google it.
Weird, they don't let you post outside links initially.
One other thing - every modded pre-rooted rom seems to have one or more issues - I'm keeping an eye on it all but Kingroot lets me do what I want so I'll keep it for the moment...
Kingroot & NTFS
I was trying to get NTFS working with this and I choose initially to go down the Paragon & Total Commander route.
Alas, it did not seem to work so I blamed it on Kingroot. I used XZDualRecovery to utilise TWRP to flash SuperSu to replace Kingroot.
Same issue as an NTFS formatted SD Card was not recognised. I'm wanting it in the hope that I can download torrents that have file sizes > 4GB.
I'm looking to see if I can get it to work utilising a Kernal mod now. Although Paragon just updated via playstore so I guess a better try it again first!
Anyone get it to work on their SGP612 or equivalent?
Did you get kingroot to work with lollipop 5.1.1?
as far as I got, it could only root 5.0.2 and then updated like a dummy to 5.1.1 and now I am stuck.
I tried this 1. Downgrade to 4.4.4
2. Root with gieroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash prerooted 5.1.1
but i can't downgrade. i boot loop after flashing old firmware and the exploit D6603 system.
Is it possible to downgrade to 5.0.2 instead of 4.4.4
Well the first post kind of answers that, lol
Downgrade to 5.0.2
1. Downgrade to 5.0.2 with flash tool
2. Root with kingroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash a prerooted 5.1.1
Or
1. Downgrade to 4.4.4
2. Root with gieroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash prerooted 5.1.1
5.1.1
Olivierica said:
Did you get kingroot to work with lollipop 5.1.1?
as far as I got, it could only root 5.0.2 and then updated like a dummy to 5.1.1 and now I am stuck.
I tried this 1. Downgrade to 4.4.4
2. Root with gieroot
3. Install dualrecovery
4. Flash prerooted 5.1.1
but i can't downgrade. i boot loop after flashing old firmware and the exploit D6603 system.
Is it possible to downgrade to 5.0.2 instead of 4.4.4
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I flashed a Custom Rom that did not involve unlocking the bootloader (pre rooted with recovery) to solve the upgrade issue although my sdcard permissions need fixed with sdfix.zip - will do that next. Although I noticed a clean sgp11 ftf that looks good. I have my DRM keys backed up so I might have a wee go at that as it involves an unlock. I went a bit mad with the backups - used Titanium to back up it all, then used TWRP to do the same and also did three drm key backups. I'm mad about protecting my data - I backup to three HD's, a RAID5 array on one system and a RAID 6 array too! Mine is the 32GB SGP612.
My research indicated these write issues were a Kit Kat problem but it seems not. I will try to a couple of fixes out there, if not I'll go back a bit and try again. Android is a bit of a bugger with all these different flavours? I suppose it makes life interesting!
Edit: Fixed write issues with SDFix_R7 as it solved the permissions problem.
Or just use KINGROOT
Kingroot
I utilised Kingroot for quite a while. Although it did work ok 90% of the time it seemed that it was not a complete root solution. The prerooted firmware with SuperSu is the way you will eventually go.
I have just recently flashed to 5.11 with SuperSu, TWRP and then SDFix (see above) and am having no issues with anything. Stuck a 128GB SD Card form Sandisk into my SGP612 as my old Sony 32GB failed after 10 months. It is good for downloading torrents onto with ttorrent.
Overall I'm really impressed with the SGP612 and the mods you guys are doing - keep up the good work!
I think it won best tablet award of 2014 in one of the mags?
Hi, i am rooted VS985 with king root, installed TWRP and on Stock 4.4.2 and rooted for deleting all pre loaded verizon and amazon apps and did some changes in system folders like hidden menu etc .. all deleted not today when i connected my PC software assistance tool , it says update is available.. see thumbnails
Now, i am confused if i update my rooted device , can i brick my phone?
please someone guide me, should i go for this update or NOT??
If you ran the update through the tool it would fail since you are rooted and don't have stock recovery installed anymore. It's good practice to never update the phone via OTA or tool if you are rooted and/or have a custom recovery installed.
To update to the latest firmware, use twrp to flash the 35B (5.1.1) version of Skydragon, jasminerom, or xdabbeb's in the Verizon G3 android development section. All are stock based ROM's and run great. 5.1.1 has been a godsend for this phone. Much smoother and better battery life.