How can I root my Z2 with Marshmallow? - Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey!
recently flashed the Autralian MM FTF onto my Z2 D6503!
Now i miss my loved apps like Greenify, Lucky Patcher, Intelli3G, XPOSED, a custom recovery, amplify and so on. I tried to root it using KingRoot4.6 (sucsessfully) and then used Supersume.apk to replace the kingroot app with supersu. but after every reboot i need to root it again, which means my methode isn``t working problery! How can i root it? i really want SuperSU, Busybox, Xposed and the [NUT`s] Dual Recovery!
thats the build:
D6503_23.5.A.0.570_1281-9715_R4D

It depends on weather you want to unlock your bootloader or not
I typically flash a Kernel with recovery then flash systemless root but you do require a unlocked bootloader to do it this way
You could downgrade to KK, use a root tool to install root and recovery then use recovery to upgrade to a pre-rooted MM
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Afaik the only way for the moment, it's to downgrade to a previous version, then flash a MM pre rooted rom.

Envious_Data said:
It depends on weather you want to unlock your bootloader or not
I typically flash a Kernel with recovery then flash systemless root but you do require a unlocked bootloader to do it this way
You could downgrade to KK, use a root tool to install root and recovery then use recovery to upgrade to a pre-rooted MM
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Hello mate i have an Xperia Z2 (D6503) with stock Marshmallow and an unlocked bootloader. I have been looking for a guide on flashing TWRP recovery for people in my situation and i'm not having any luck finding it. Can you please point me in the right direction? Thank you in advance!

Ajax1337 said:
Hello mate i have an Xperia Z2 (D6503) with stock Marshmallow and an unlocked bootloader. I have been looking for a guide on flashing TWRP recovery for people in my situation and i'm not having any luck finding it. Can you please point me in the right direction? Thank you in advance!
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it depends on what you are looking for.
unlocked bootloader or for locked bootloader?

How do you make a pre-rooted ROM?

JJD809 said:
How do you make a pre-rooted ROM?
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You can use a tool called PRFCreator, you will need a SuperSu zip and a FTF of your choice
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I tried to do that (downgrading to KK, rooting, dual recovery, making a flashable pre rooted MM) but ended up with bootloops. Tried to flash a stock however I, with difficulty, could only flash KK again. This time I used wirelessly downloaded all the software updates.
I think I will wait some time, till a better way exists.
There is a pre-rooted MM in the forum, I've tried earlier. But it is for D6503, not my d6502. It has a 3g fix, but in About Phone, it reads D6503. And root isn't working there as well. or perhaps I was doing something wrong.
I'm starting to think that MM isn't root-friendly

fireheart2008 said:
I tried to do that (downgrading to KK, rooting, dual recovery, making a flashable pre rooted MM) but ended up with bootloops. Tried to flash a stock however I, with difficulty, could only flash KK again. This time I used wirelessly downloaded all the software updates.
I think I will wait some time, till a better way exists.
There is a pre-rooted MM in the forum, I've tried earlier. But it is for D6503, not my d6502. It has a 3g fix, but in About Phone, it reads D6503. And root isn't working there as well. or perhaps I was doing something wrong.
I'm starting to think that MM isn't root-friendly
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You will get the root soon for MM. This is why I hate Sony devices. Updates also comes late and rooting also comes late. Fed-up with this z2. Gonna go with Samsung
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Envious_Data said:
it depends on what you are looking for.
unlocked bootloader or for locked bootloader?
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I don't understand the question mate. I said i already have an unlocked bootloader. Thank you in advance! Sorry for the late response

@freaky2xd, @fireheart2008
I think this post will help you to have Stock MM ROM with root, and recovery and keep you bootloader locked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/wip-sony-android-6-0-mm-t3337357

stayawake said:
@freaky2xd, @fireheart2008
I think this post will help you to have Stock MM ROM with root, and recovery and keep you bootloader locked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/wip-sony-android-6-0-mm-t3337357
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hehe thanks mate, but I have already rooted my Z2 with MM a week ago and isntalled xposed and a TWRP recovery
I simply created a flashable zip from the 6.0.1 ftf and a supersu 4.61 beta
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/6-0-1-d6503-23-5-0-570-prerooted-t3364817
then I followed these steps to get the recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/mm-6-0-1-twrp-recovery-t3364871

Ajax1337 said:
I don't understand the question mate. I said i already have an unlocked bootloader. Thank you in advance! Sorry for the late response
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i didnt notice that
you since you have a unlocked bootloader can now flash the "advanced Stock kernel" found in one of the dev sections, through that you can flash supersu
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/kernel-advanced-stock-kernel-t3347413
https://download.chainfire.eu/932/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.71-20160331103524.zip

Envious_Data said:
i didnt notice that
you since you have a unlocked bootloader can now flash the "advanced Stock kernel" found in one of the dev sections, through that you can flash supersu
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/kernel-advanced-stock-kernel-t3347413
https://download.chainfire.eu/932/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.71-20160331103524.zip
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Thank you! It all went without a problem.

Related

Xperia Z2 Android 4.4.4 (23.0.1.A.0.167) ROOT AND RECOVERY

Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
tazoman said:
Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
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I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
Surajn97 said:
I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
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anyone try ????
Surajn97 said:
I recently rooted my locked z2 with this file. And for recovery i used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Dont forget to hit the thanks button
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R U talking about latest fw?
tazoman said:
Is there any root available? Does the old method works? Also does it work on locked bootloaders?
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Not at this moment no, but it appears that a pre-rooted zip isn't far off.
ghostofcain said:
Not at this moment no, but it appears that a pre-rooted zip isn't far off.
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not too far off
http://scr.hu/2tqx/5nj0a
Envious_Data said:
not too far off
http://scr.hu/2tqx/5nj0a
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Could you provide a link to the the zip (or thread if any) to check it out? I would love to have a bit of hands on experience with the newest fw.
P.S: Havent tried it, I cant live without root .
Thanks
DaGhostman said:
Could you provide a link to the the zip (or thread if any) to check it out? I would love to have a bit of hands on experience with the newest fw.
P.S: Havent tried it, I cant live without root .
Thanks
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for now ill post another screenshot as it isnt uploaded
http://scr.hu/2tqx/oo4fw
you will find a thread in the development section when its done uploading
there are some small problems which i wont be able to fix just becaue of lack of time, ill be leaving it upto Niaboc if he wants to fix it
Thanks for the fast reply! Can't wait to get on it.
This rooting method doesn't work on latest 4.4.4 for Z2
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Is it the latest 4.4.4 for Z2? And is it pre rooted? Which means can I flash this on my locked Z2?
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tazoman said:
This rooting method doesn't work on latest 4.4.4 for Z2
Sent from my D6503
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Please, let me know when it will be possible to ROOT 23.0.1.A.0.167 Stock fw with locked bootloader. I will be very grateful.
Pishtiko said:
Please, let me know when it will be possible to ROOT 23.0.1.A.0.167 Stock fw with locked bootloader. I will be very grateful.
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You will likely be waiting some time, because it's possible to downgrade and flash pre-rooted zip or to OTA certain FW's maintaining root, I don't see devs putting a lot of effort into finding an exploit. That said best hope is probably an exploit being found for Z3 which is transferable to Z2, but as I say you may be waiting some time.
So what you recommend to do if i want to have root on 167?
Tusnal said:
So what you recommend to do if i want to have root on 167?
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Try to create a rooted update package from the update ftf: [4.4.4] Create ROOTED update package from stock FTF [LOCKED BOOTLOADER]
So I need to flash dual recovery to do that
How can I make a full stock backup just in case I need to use it for warranty?
Tusnal said:
So I need to flash dual recovery to do that
How can I make a full stock backup just in case I need to use it for warranty?
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You don't need, you can flash back an original ftf anytime or repair with Sony PC Companion. We are talking locked bootloadr, so until you don't unlock it, you have warranty.
But if you already have root on prev. firmware, you should install DualRecovery and boot into TWRP and you can backup your system there.
norti said:
You don't need, you can flash back an original ftf anytime or repair with Sony PC Companion. We are talking locked bootloadr, so until you don't unlock it, you have warranty.
But if you already have root on prev. firmware, you should install DualRecovery and boot into TWRP and you can backup your system there.
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I just bought the phone and I really miss root hehe so if I don't unlock the bootloader I can change recovery and flash a stock root rom without losing warranty?
Tusnal said:
I just bought the phone and I really miss root hehe so if I don't unlock the bootloader I can change recovery and flash a stock root rom without losing warranty?
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Yes, if you have older firmware on the phone, you can try the root options available and you can use recovery without unlocking th bootloader. If you have the latest, than you can possibly flash an older firmware to your phone and root that. But you need to read a bit, to understand everything correctly.
I have successfully rooted my Z2 on 4.4.4 locked bootloader
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[SOLVED] Root Access 4.4.4

Hey guys im back after smashing my beloved xperia z (which i had mastered the ins and outs of) and reluctantly replacing it with a HTC ONE m7 which was the most terrible phone i have ever used in my life.... i have plonked a good bit of cash on a z2 and I AM LOVING IT
I had updated to the latest version of KK but i am hearing mixed reports that a root is not available for this version.
If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be fabulous.
Thank you in advance
Chris
xeningti said:
If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be fabulous.
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Have a look here
If any, PM me.
Bjørn
bjorn96 said:
Have a look here
If any, PM me.
Bjørn
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1.1 You need obviously an already rooted phone with [NUT]'s Dual Recovery with a previous firmware version (4.4.2)
Just seen tht and gave up lol
xeningti said:
1.1 You need obviously an already rooted phone with [NUT]'s Dual Recovery with a previous firmware version (4.4.2)
Just seen tht and gave up lol
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Downgrade.
ahhh crafty.... so could i flash a previous FTF with flashtool.... create a pre rooted version of 4.4.4 the flash that?
is that kind of what i need to do?
xeningti said:
ahhh crafty.... so could i flash a previous FTF with flashtool.... create a pre rooted version of 4.4.4 the flash that?
is that kind of what i need to do?
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Yeap, that it.
Note 1: Download the 4.4.4 ftf from Xperifirm
Note 2: 4.4.3 you have to download from the link.
Note 3: BACKUP TA when root!!!
good luck! im trying to but its seems im screwed and i have .167 firmware
the towlroot meathod just hangs,,,
bjorn96 said:
Yeap, that it.
Note 3: BACKUP TA when root!!!
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what so you mean?
whats ta
djnos said:
good luck! im trying to but its seems im screwed and i have .167 firmware
the towlroot meathod just hangs,,,
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finally got it
on 4.4.4 rooted and with recovery
will dont know what ta is thou
how did you do it i am still pondering this hole new method.... wheres doomlord when you need him!!!
xeningti said:
how did you do it i am still pondering this hole new method.... wheres doomlord when you need him!!!
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Hello
I see you are totally green on this.
Well, im kinda green too, but I have had a lot of help from @xda and now I can manage to do some stuff with my telephone.
The first thing you have to do is BACKUP!!! This is always important.
Well, then lets get to it.
The XPERIA Z2 has a locked bootloader. This means that it cannot flash any roms, custom or other without being unlocked. When you unlock the bootloader, you delete all files on the phone, (don’t ask me how, it just does) and also deletes a partition called TA. The TA-partition contains DRM-keys, to explain that, @Envious_Data might help.
Anyway, when you have root, you can backup the TA, BEFORE you flash any custom ROM, or the ROM with ROOT. That way you will always be able to go back to scratch. Without ROOT on 4.4.4 you need to downgrade to 4.4.3, ROOT and backup the TA-partition before you even start thinking about unlocking bootloader.
(search the XDA, Google (use XDA in the end for XDA results) XDA-TV and you will find tons and tons of stuff. Once you understand some, it will come fast to you.)
I have gathered some threads here for you to read, and I hope this will work for you too.
Start off by reading this
When done, notify me.
All the best
Bjørn
bjorn96 said:
Hello
I see you are totally green on this.
Well, im kinda green too, but I have had a lot of help from @xda and now I can manage to do some stuff with my telephone.
The first thing you have to do is BACKUP!!! This is always important.
Well, then lets get to it.
The XPERIA Z2 has a locked bootloader. This means that it cannot flash any roms, custom or other without being unlocked. When you unlock the bootloader, you delete all files on the phone, (don’t ask me how, it just does) and also deletes a partition called TA. The TA-partition contains DRM-keys, to explain that, @Envious_Data might help.
Anyway, when you have root, you can backup the TA, BEFORE you flash any custom ROM, or the ROM with ROOT. That way you will always be able to go back to scratch. Without ROOT on 4.4.4 you need to downgrade to 4.4.3, ROOT and backup the TA-partition before you even start thinking about unlocking bootloader.
(search the XDA, Google (use XDA in the end for XDA results) XDA-TV and you will find tons and tons of stuff. Once you understand some, it will come fast to you.)
I have gathered some threads here for you to read, and I hope this will work for you too.
Start off by reading this
When done, notify me.
All the best
Bjørn
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ok i have dowgraded to 4.4.2 i tried towelroot which worked but SUPER SU could not load binaries. So i flashed stock 4.4.2 again and i am now trying to root using doomlords community rootkit and its not working....
xeningti said:
ok i have dowgraded to 4.4.2 i tried towelroot which worked but SUPER SU could not load binaries. So i flashed stock 4.4.2 again and i am now trying to root using doomlords community rootkit and its not working....
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Have had some problems with SuperSU too, but try backup ta.
If not work, try restore phone with PCC.
Then downgrade and try again.
bjorn96 said:
Have had some problems with SuperSU too, but try backup ta.
If not work, try restore phone with PCC.
Then downgrade and try again.
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i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
xeningti said:
i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
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see attachment
xeningti said:
i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.
sorry for being a noob
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To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
Jiyeon90 said:
To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
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Backup of TA was just a mention. Also its smart to have it, cuz you might forget it.
Anyway, @xeningti the towelroot should work on 4.4.3, did you try to download the towelroot app from towelroot.com???
Jiyeon90 said:
To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619
Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
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i am 3.2.3
bjorn96 said:
Backup of TA was just a mention. Also its smart to have it, cuz you might forget it.
Anyway, @xeningti the towelroot should work on 4.4.3, did you try to download the towelroot app from towelroot.com???
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yeah i used the towerl root and it said it had worked although when i installed supersu it said it could not update or find binary
xeningti said:
yeah i used the towerl root and it said it had worked although when i installed supersu it said it could not update or find binary
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Did your phone come with 4.4.4??
Try root with towel on 4.4.3
Send some shots of it.

Rooting guide

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!
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Should I update?

Hi guys, first I want to apology if it has already been asked.
I'm running Android 6.0 (32.1.A.1.185) on my E5823. My phone is rooted and have Xposed installed (Hi Niantic)
I can't get rid of the notification for 32.2.A.0.224.
Should I update?
Will I loose root and Xposed? If so, how can I get rid of this annoying update notification?
Thanks a lot
You won't be able to update the official way without getting rid of the mods/root.
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Okay thanks. How am I supposed to update then?
Can I remove this annoying persistent notification?
the difference not that big, i would wait for 7.0 nougat if i were you
probably coming somewhere in 2017 Q1 - Q3
(i'm really waiting for last version b4 rooting my device, also i don't want void my warranty, and the reason rooting ruin ota update like *bushako* said
(i guess you have to use flashtool\adb to flash) i didnt use flash tool for a while (used on my previous sony)
Thibault1171 said:
Okay thanks. How am I supposed to update then?
Can I remove this annoying persistent notification?
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Uninstall Xposed framework and then you'll need to flash stock kernel using fastboot which would also remove whatever custom recovery and root you have.
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Thanks. I'll do it for 7.0 I think
Hey, I was asking myself: if I install systemless root (Magisk), will I be able to OTA? (if Magisk is compatible with my phone, which I'm not totally sure)
Thanks
Thibault1171 said:
Hey, I was asking myself: if I install systemless root (Magisk), will I be able to OTA? (if Magisk is compatible with my phone, which I'm not totally sure)
Thanks
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I wouldn't recommend it. Even if you do succeed in updating you could end up with a bricked device or just mess up your firmware and would have to do redo everything. Best is to bring it back to complete stock and then do the update.
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Okay, thanks for the reply
I don't really see the problem. Just flash the latest firmware using Flashtool and then root again by using the rootkernel mod in this forum. Xposed and such aren't a problem either.
Hi
Is it possible to use Flashtool with twrp/root/xposed? Btw I think my bootloader is still unlocked.
And what should I use to root? Something like this or this?
Thibault1171 said:
Hi
Is it possible to use Flashtool with twrp/root/xposed? Btw I think my bootloader is still unlocked.
And what should I use to root? Something like this or this?
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If your bootloader is unlocked you should be able to follow both tutorials just fine.
In short:
Flash new firmware using Flashtool
Patch kernel of new firmware and flash it
Flash SuperSU and Xposed using TWRP
Enjoy life
If you need step-for-step help, just send me a PM with your instant messasing contact details. I'll help where needed.
Hi, thanks for the reply, I'll do that when I'll have more free time.
Instead of SuperSU, can I flash Magisk?
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Thanks
YwaFTW said:
If your bootloader is unlocked you should be able to follow both tutorials just fine.
In short:
Flash new firmware using Flashtool
Patch kernel of new firmware and flash it
Flash SuperSU and Xposed using TWRP
Enjoy life
If you need step-for-step help, just send me a PM with your instant messasing contact details. I'll help where needed.
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Hi, i am the latest update. 305 and i want to root, pls can u help me with detailed instructions. Am just coming from a HTC phone and rooting is quite different. Will i be able to restore my T.A and DRM? If i loose them whats the difference? Sorry 4 all d questions. Pls send tutorial to [email protected]. Bless u 4 ur time
paq1170 said:
Hi, i am the latest update. 305 and i want to root, pls can u help me with detailed instructions. Am just coming from a HTC phone and rooting is quite different. Will i be able to restore my T.A and DRM? If i loose them whats the difference? Sorry 4 all d questions. Pls send tutorial to [email protected]. Bless u 4 ur time
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You'll first need to downgrade to an older firmware in order to backup the TA partition. This thread describes everything very detailed: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-compact/general/how-to-backup-restore-ta-partition-root-t3479532
Thibault1171 said:
Okay thanks. How am I supposed to update then?
Can I remove this annoying persistent notification?
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In my case MM 6.0.1 (.224 or .253) solved the battery drain issue during night/sleep, so i would highly recommend it. There is also a discussion regarding this.
as suggested by others, i would not directly OTA upgrade with modded kernel, Supersu and Xposed installed. I would do it with flashtool.
If you want to stick with the current version, simply disable/hide/remove the Software update app (or "hide all notifications from this app".)
I froze it a while ago with Rom Toolbox, but thanks
Thibault1171 said:
I froze it a while ago with Rom Toolbox, but thanks
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sorry, didn't see it's 1 month old discussion
Hi, I'm still on 32.1.A.1.185
Flashtool (Emma) only allow me to install 32.0.A.6.200 (there is Customized MY and NOBA, don't know the difference) and 32.1.A.1.163 (only Customized_NOBA)
Why can't I update to a more recent firmware?
Thanks

A few questions about rooting an unlocking the g2 mini

How do i know if the phones bootloader is locked or unlocked? Im using a lg d618. Any tips on the quickest way to install twrp? I read that its best to root then use flashify to put Twrp on the phone.
teknoweanie said:
How do i know if the phones bootloader is locked or unlocked? Im using a lg d618. Any tips on the quickest way to install twrp? I read that its best to root then use flashify to put Twrp on the phone.
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Which androidversion are you currently on?
Its on 4.4.2
teknoweanie said:
Its on 4.4.2
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Allright.
A Phone always comes with a locked bootloader so if you don't unlocked it yourself it is still locked.
To flash twrp you will need a unlocked bootloader and to unlock a bootloader you need rootacess.
I used the app rlashr to flash twrp and boot in recovery. Don't forget to type 'su' in a terminal before you use it (at the guide how to unlock a bootloader)
This guide tells you how to do everything:
(Follow these steps: root -> bootloader-> recovery(twrp))
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g2-mini/general/guide-stock-to-rocking-custom-rom-lg-g2-t3339068
Good luck!
Btw: this thread is in the wrong section
Should i update to lollipop?
teknoweanie said:
Should i update to lollipop?
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Recommended, yes. Everything is explained in my guide linked two posts before me. If ya need any help, please ask there and I'll be glad to help you out
Should i update any further after the first lollipop update before rooting ect?
teknoweanie said:
Should i update any further after the first lollipop update before rooting ect?
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If you look at the bootloader thread, you'll see exactly what version you can use to unlock etc.

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