I tried now rooting this model for a long time, I finally found a way of doing it.
1: Install Kingo root app from here https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwOSXw-lPe-mZWxPQ0lXc3pqcnc/view?usp=docslist_api and run it (it will fail to root).
2: UNINSTALL Kingo app.
3: Now install kingroot app from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=17287 and run it.
NOTICE: I am not responsible for anything that happens to your phone.
YOU WILL LOSE YOU WARRENTY BY DOING THIS
Video: https://youtu.be/czUa0nBGSIs
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After this you probably want to install Supersu and remove kingroot
Just download this app from here: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sou...l1JRAN8IZNkFinqvQ&sig2=kFJEvANWx8_lrBM7N9MnCA and follow the instructions.
Hi,
thank you, my phone version is 5303, I've tried and it works!
During the operation my phone get a little bit hot, but I think it's normal.
mat90 said:
Hi,
thank you, my phone version is 5303, I've tried and it works!
During the operation my phone get a little bit hot, but I think it's normal.
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You're welcome!
I recommend replacing kingroot with Supersu because some people find it a little shady, also it runs in the background all the time which could potentially reduce battery life
https://youtu.be/WevWdErXWy4
Hi,
Thank for this methode. It's working on my E5303.
Jero
Not working for my c4 dual e5333
Sony C4 Dual
Will this work on a Sony C4 which is upgraded with 6.0?
mine i got upgraded to android 6.0 build 27.3.A.129 on sony experia c4 e5353. the only problem is, i having hard time to root using kingo root. it always stuck at 90%. then failed to root
Downgrade
KURUMICHAN09 said:
mine i got upgraded to android 6.0 build 27.3.A.129 on sony experia c4 e5353. the only problem is, i having hard time to root using kingo root. it always stuck at 90%. then failed to root
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Have you tried downgrading it to 5.0 and rooting?
Samithu said:
Have you tried downgrading it to 5.0 and rooting?
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I have sony c4 dual E5333 witn android 6.0.1. When I type in code *#*#7378423#*#* and go to root in the menu, it says my bootloader can't be unlocked so I cannot root the phone. Is there any file I can flash to overwrite the bootloader and flash new rom then. Nothing works. The all say unlock code is useless if the the bootloader can't be unlocked, I have tried it and it says the bootloader cannot be unlocked using flashtool. Can anyone help me get around this. The upgrade to 6.0.1 has messed with my gsm settings which means I cannot receive mms at all anymore.
Using sony companion to repair the software bricked my phone so it had to be sent to sony to reload the software and still I cannot receive mms.
Cant downgrade the software either.
Can anyone tell me how do I get around this bootloader that cant be unlocked please or how do I override/overwrite the boatloader to unlock it??
Samithu said:
Have you tried downgrading it to 5.0 and rooting?
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i haven't tried it yet. the only problem is. the bootloader is locked since its upgrade to android 6.0. i need help
KURUMICHAN09 said:
i haven't tried it yet. the only problem is. the bootloader is locked since its upgrade to android 6.0. i need help
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follow this guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp.../bootloader-unlocked-custom-recovery-t3285521
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Hi
I'm on .510 and I just got done reading through a bunch of rooting threads and had a some questions.
From what I've read you cannot gain root access if you upgrade to .257.
If I root it now, then upgrade to .257, will my root remain intact? I have screen sensitivity issues and want to upgrade, just trying
to find out the best way possible and be able to unlocked my bootloader, and achieve root.
Check my signature.
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Sashin said:
Hi
I'm on .510 and I just got done reading through a bunch of rooting threads and had a some questions.
From what I've read you cannot gain root access if you upgrade to .257.
If I root it now, then upgrade to .257, will my root remain intact? I have screen sensitivity issues and want to upgrade, just trying
to find out the best way possible and be able to unlocked my bootloader, and achieve root.
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Question for you. Im having trouble upgrading to the latest firmware version. Are you already on version 14.1.B.2.257? If so, whos is your carrier, and how did you go about getting your update?
Reb0rn said:
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From reading your thread it looks like you lose recovery.
Phaze1585 said:
Question for you. Im having trouble upgrading to the latest firmware version. Are you already on version 14.1.B.2.257? If so, whos is your carrier, and how did you go about getting your update?
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No, I'm on .510 but I got the message to upgrade to .257.
If you're already rooted on .510, install OTA Root Keeper (from the Play Store), then update to 257. You should (if everything goes well) still have root when it's done.
This method (with OTA Root Keeper) did not work in my case.
My Ultra has already rooted, I received the OTA update, but the update refused to install.
Every time I tried to install the upgrade, an unknown error occured and the phone restarted.
Finally, I succeeded to upgrade the software with root using this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=46803343#post46803343
hey all, sony xperia noob here, been reading the forums but i hoped you wouldn't mind a quick question. i got a C6802 that has .257 on it, and it still has warranty until late February 2014. is there a way to downgrade without unlocking the bootloader, then root(again, w/out bootloader unlock)), and then update back to .257 and keep root with one of the methods?
or should i not even worry about the warranty? on the phone they said unlocking the bootloader does void the warranty, but you know, they have to say that i'm sure. thing is, i figure there is a chance i could exchange for a replacement if i find any quirks.
thx in advance for any info/advice.
Ok I need some help to root my Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP 321. It is not the first device I have rooted but.....all the other devices where not as complicated as the Sony Xperia Tablet Z. I am currently running build 10.5.A.0.230 and the bootloader is still locked. I have got the bootloader key and followed the instruction but it gives me constantly error messages that it can not connect or wrong adress. Doomlord kit I can't get to run.
Maybe someone can help me and give me a step by step instruction for it is very confusing and I am getting pretty frustrated.
Thanks in advance
TNI
Trniedner said:
Ok I need some help to root my Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP 321. It is not the first device I have rooted but.....all the other devices where not as complicated as the Sony Xperia Tablet Z. I am currently running build 10.5.A.0.230 and the bootloader is still locked. I have got the bootloader key and followed the instruction but it gives me constantly error messages that it can not connect or wrong adress. Doomlord kit I can't get to run.
Maybe someone can help me and give me a step by step instruction for it is very confusing and I am getting pretty frustrated.
Thanks in advance
TNI
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use Easy Root tool and get root without unlocking bootloader in a few easy steps.
Rootk1t said:
use Easy Root tool and get root without unlocking bootloader in a few easy steps.
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can i then also install custorm roms or only the root rights
Trniedner said:
can i then also install custorm roms or only the root rights
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No, custom roms require an unlocked bootloader, unless they're using the stock Sony kernel.
As for rooting: google towelroot, one click root, no Pc needed and made by the one and only Geohot!
Regards
Hello guys i am new here.. Can i root my phone without using pc?
Not on latest update
Envious_Data said:
Not on latest update
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thats sad
Akhayev said:
thats sad
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Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
Envious_Data said:
Is your bootloader unlocked?
Do you have a recovery installed?
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Yeah.. I bought my phone before few days.. I heard that you can root with locked bootloader
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
Envious_Data said:
Yes you can but with the current firmware you have to downgrade
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Can i update after root? Or the root will go?
Root will go after update
Envious_Data said:
Root will go after update
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Depends how you update. Just don't update with ota or pc companion.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2
2 Root phone
3 Install recovery for locked bootloader
4 Flash rooted 4.4.4 zip in recovery
5 latest firmware and root remains
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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tuktukscotty said:
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It's not really that hard and there are also of resources online that can guide you.
1 Downgrade to 4.4.2 is required as noone had found a vulnerability with 4.4.4.
2 Root phone
For step 1 and 2, Have a look at this http://www.xda-developers.com/android/how-to-root-the-sony-xperia-z2-xda-developer-tv/
3 install recovery for lock bootloader
Have a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
4 install a 4.4.4 zip through recovery. I recommend this one as its basically stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-0-167-bug-free-t2929402
tuktukscotty said:
I am new to Sony devices (been a Samsung guy for years). I have had my Z2 less than a fortnight but already I'm itching to root it etc, problem is it seems a lot more complicated than Samsung devices. I was always switching between roms on my S4/note 2. I am on the latest firmware and would like to root it to be able to use xposed but I'm scared of messing it up and as the phone is under warranty don't want to end up with a paper weight.
Has anyone done a detailed tutorial for newbies like myself?
Thanks in advance
Scotty.
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It depends on how you want to root, you can root and permanently void your warrentg or you can root and keep your bootloader locked
Hi there. I had recently rooted my C5 using Kingroot, then mucked about and finally was able to install SuperSU instead. Just as I was happy, the phone announces that an update is available!
Is there a way to preserve root while upgrading the phone?
Many thanks, -turgut
tkalfaoglu said:
Hi there. I had recently rooted my C5 using Kingroot, then mucked about and finally was able to install SuperSU instead. Just as I was happy, the phone announces that an update is available!
Is there a way to preserve root while upgrading the phone?
Many thanks, -turgut
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Dont upgrade your rooted phone it will stuck in bootloader..
mothi01 said:
Dont upgrade your rooted phone it will stuck in bootloader..
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Many thanks -- it quit nagging anyway after a while
-t
If bootloader remains locked, you can upgrade to latest upgrade using the new Xperia Companion and reroot it again using kingroot, and later on replacing it with SuperSU. But you better backup your data,because mostly you need to format your phone, This is What I did and it worked.
Hi all,
Im really new here and i did my best to find out what i need to do but i just cant figure out the best way to do this
I want to root my ZU for 1 purpuse only i want to use the appradiounchained app
but that is requiring a rooted device im not planning to use "MOD's" (not until i know what they are and how to use them)
what is the best thread for me to follow ?
I just got the phone back to factory settings
model number: C6833
Android version: 5.1.1
little bit help would be much appreciated
santonii said:
Hi all,
Im really new here and i did my best to find out what i need to do but i just cant figure out the best way to do this
I want to root my ZU for 1 purpuse only i want to use the appradiounchained app
but that is requiring a rooted device im not planning to use "MOD's" (not until i know what they are and how to use them)
what is the best thread for me to follow ?
I just got the phone back to factory settings
model number: C6833
Android version: 5.1.1
little bit help would be much appreciated
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You're in the same boat as me. I just bought my 6th ultra and it came with 5.1.1
Anyways to root it.
Goto kingroot.net download it. Install it on your pc. It's in Chinese but for the most part you should know what it is. Hook up your phone via USB once it detects the phone click root. Takes like 5 mind don't unhook it til it's done.
RealityFails said:
You're in the same boat as me. I just bought my 6th ultra and it came with 5.1.1
Anyways to root it.
Goto kingroot.net download it. Install it on your pc. It's in Chinese but for the most part you should know what it is. Hook up your phone via USB once it detects the phone click root. Takes like 5 mind don't unhook it til it's done.
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Thank You
I was planning on doing that Just wanted to know for sure Just got my screen fixed dont want to kill my Phone haha
santonii said:
Hi all,
Im really new here and i did my best to find out what i need to do but i just cant figure out the best way to do this
I want to root my ZU for 1 purpuse only i want to use the appradiounchained app
but that is requiring a rooted device im not planning to use "MOD's" (not until i know what they are and how to use them)
what is the best thread for me to follow ?
I just got the phone back to factory settings
model number: C6833
Android version: 5.1.1
little bit help would be much appreciated
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There is an alpha rootless version of AppRadio Unchained Reloaded.
https://plus.google.com/communities/104606680193022045297
RealityFails said:
You're in the same boat as me. I just bought my 6th ultra and it came with 5.1.1
Goto kingroot.net download it. Install it on your pc. It's in Chinese but for the most part you should know what it is. Hook up your phone via USB once it detects the phone click root. Takes like 5 mind don't unhook it til it's done.
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Were you actually able to get the Kingroot PC program to work? It completes "rooting" and reports success, but RootChecker app reports no root! So it's not working, I think.
MartyM76 said:
Were you actually able to get the Kingroot PC program to work? It completes "rooting" and reports success, but RootChecker app reports no root! So it's not working, I think.
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I just downgraded to android 5.1.1 installed recovery, unlocked my bootloader. Now I'm back on custom roms and supersu
RealityFails said:
I just downgraded to android 5.1.1 installed recovery, unlocked my bootloader. Now I'm back on custom roms and supersu
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Actually after posting that I found another thread and tried the Kingroot app, which surprisingly worked (unlike in the past) to root stock 5.1.1., locked bootloader and I then installed recovery & SuperSU! So I'm good, thanks!
download king root 4.5 basically this version as it allows super sume to work. Once you root it , download super sume 6.5 from blackmart not the pro one just the normal one. It will remove kingroot and install supersu.
prerequisite: bootloader unlocked ofcourse!