How To Fix Camera Problem Of Z5C?
How To Enable Software Update For Rooted Users?
Hi Friends,
After unlocking bootloader/rooting some of you might be experiencing problems with z5c camera such as Green lines on camera interface, Video freezing, Error in focus etc.... This is a problem with DRM keys associated with z5c bootloader.
According to me this problem happens for those who unlocked their bootloader and re-locked the same for software updates.
The only way that i found to fix this issue is to unlock the re-locked bootloader. As soon as you unlock the bootloader your camera will start working perfectly. By doing the same you will not be able to have official software updates (OTA) from Sony. In order to get software update you no longer need to Re-Lock the bootloader. Install a custom recovery and flash SuperSu. After flashing SuperSu go to its settings and scroll down until you find an option called "Enable Pro" Activate the option (If you want to support the developer of SuperSu please do not hesitate to purchase its pro/donation package from playstore) . This will spoof Sony Update Server and you will start receiving updates. Note: A reboot may be required .
Done
Hope this will resolve your problems.
Feel free to write me if you experience any trouble.
Thank You!
Arun Gopinath
[email protected]
heptyle said:
How To Fix Camera Problem Of Z5C?
How To Enable Software Update For Rooted Users?
Hi Friends,
After unlocking bootloader/rooting some of you might be experiencing problems with z5c camera such as Green lines on camera interface, Video freezing, Error in focus etc.... This is a problem with DRM keys associated with z5c bootloader.
According to me this problem happens for those who unlocked their bootloader and re-locked the same for software updates.
The only way that i found to fix this issue is to unlock the re-locked bootloader. As soon as you unlock the bootloader your camera will start working perfectly. By doing the same you will not be able to have official software updates (OTA) from Sony. In order to get software update you no longer need to Re-Lock the bootloader. Install a custom recovery and flash SuperSu. After flashing SuperSu go to its settings and scroll down until you find an option called "Enable Pro" Activate the option (If you want to support the developer of SuperSu please do not hesitate to purchase its pro/donation package from playstore) . This will spoof Sony Update Server and you will start receiving updates. Note: A reboot may be required .
Done
Hope this will resolve your problems.
Feel free to write me if you experience any trouble.
Thank You!
Arun Gopinath
[email protected]
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what are you doing for ta keys. are you using the drm fix or your backed up ta keys?
Thanks man, really needed this.
MattyCurrann said:
Thanks man, really needed this.
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Always Welcome!
I'm selling my Xperia Z5 Compact. Will I sell it with the bootloader unlocked so the next person to have it doesnt experience problems with the camera?
many thanks
MattyCurrann said:
I'm selling my Xperia Z5 Compact. Will I sell it with the bootloader unlocked so the next person to have it doesnt experience problems with the camera?
many thanks
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If Unlocked Bootloader there won't be any problem for Camera. So Go ahead!
heptyle said:
If Unlocked Bootloader there won't be any problem for Camera. So Go ahead!
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Does this mean they wont be able to receive the latest updates though? How do I get it so I reset it and the camera is fine and they can receive OTA updates?
MattyCurrann said:
Does this mean they wont be able to receive the latest updates though? How do I get it so I reset it and the camera is fine and they can receive OTA updates?
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The only way that i know to fix this issue is by rooting and installing SuperSu Pro. Let the reciever do the same and they might be able to use Camera and Software update without any problem.
heptyle said:
The only way that i know to fix this issue is by rooting and installing SuperSu Pro. Let the reciever do the same and they might be able to use Camera and Software update without any problem.
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Dammit. I need it to be normal so I can sell it haha.
I'll just update it to the latest version, unlock the bootloader and sell it so they have a functioning camera.
civicsr2cool said:
what are you doing for ta keys. are you using the drm fix or your backed up ta keys?
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I haven't made a backup of ta keys.
If i had i would have fixed both software update and camera problem.
MattyCurrann said:
Dammit. I need it to be normal so I can sell it haha.
I'll just update it to the latest version, unlock the bootloader and sell it so they have a functioning camera.
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Very sorry. If i find a way i will definitely pass it to you. Thank You
heptyle said:
I haven't made a backup of ta keys.
If i had i would have fixed both software update and camera problem.
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Well technically you did come up with a way to fix the camera and OTA updates, just not when you reset the device.
Thanks anyway man, helped me a lot!
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I haven't made a backup of ta keys.
If i had i would have fixed both software update and camera problem.
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I'm not tracking the flow of this very well.
You're unlocking the bootloader loosing ta partition, not applying DRM fix, then re locking the bootloader and able to use x reality and 23mp features? How? What shows up in the *#*#7378423#*#* menu?
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I'm not tracking the flow of this very well.
You're unlocking the bootloader loosing ta partition, not applying DRM fix, then re locking the bootloader and able to use x reality and 23mp features? How? What shows up in the *#*#7378423#*#* menu?
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I don't know very well about ta keys. I have not made any ta backup. By relocking the bootloader iam experienceing problems with video,focus etc...
heptyle said:
I don't know very well about ta keys. I have not made any ta backup. By relocking the bootloader iam experienceing problems with video,focus etc...
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You may have missed a few steps in the root and unlock bootloader process then. You need to apply the DRM fix to obtain features lost in the unlock bootloader process.
civicsr2cool said:
You may have missed a few steps in the root and unlock bootloader process then. You need to apply the DRM fix to obtain features lost in the unlock bootloader process.
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Oops. My phone restrict me from applying drm fix. If applied drm fix the camera problem persist.
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I researched about the matter, and reached some conclusions:
- I don't want to use the TEST POINTER method, I really don't care about OTA updates or Track ID app (as far as I know there are no more consequences), Shazam and Soundhound do the same
- I would like to unlock the bootloader in some manner that, if I need to relock the warranty will still be valid (same goes for root, but I guess flashing an original firmware unroots the device)
That said, found the official instructions to unlock the BL, but still have the main question: is it the procedure completely reversible? Also, is it free?
Thanks in advance. Also really appreciate if someone corrects something wrong I said.
Maxxd01 said:
I researched about the matter, and reached some conclusions:
- I don't want to use the TEST POINTER method, I really don't care about OTA updates or Track ID app (as far as I know there are no more consequences), Shazam and Soundhound do the same
- I would like to unlock the bootloader in some manner that, if I need to relock the warranty will still be valid (same goes for root, but I guess flashing an original firmware unroots the device)
That said, found the official instructions to unlock the BL, but still have the main question: is it the procedure completely reversible? Also, is it free?
Thanks in advance. Also really appreciate if someone corrects something wrong I said.
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you can still relock your bootloader and receive official sony updates, but the problem is, you loose DRM(in which if sony finds out, you still lose warranty).
i found this thread and said that DRM cannot be restored :/
I don't know about non free relocking if it will be able to restore DRM though.
oh and by the way, this thread provides the easiest way to unlock and relock your bootloader for free.
goodluck and enjoy
DRM cannot be restored at all.
Install TrackID from market and it will work.
Bootloader can be relocked, doesn't matter how you unlocked.
And yes, it is free.
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Someguyfromhell said:
DRM cannot be restored at all.
Install TrackID from market and it will work.
Bootloader can be relocked, doesn't matter how you unlocked.
And yes, it is free.
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Ok, so I suppose the DRM Keys only affect the OTA updates (how should we care if we are unlocking BL for custom ROMs
So, I suppose if I have a problem on my Live (but it still turns on), I apply an OFW and then relock it, it's a matter of luck if the techical assistance is going to check if the DRM is still valid or not.
What method do you advice to unlock the BL?
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Ok, so I suppose the DRM Keys only affect the OTA updates (how should we care if we are unlocking BL for custom ROMs
So, I suppose if I have a problem on my Live (but it still turns on), I apply an OFW and then relock it, it's a matter of luck if the techical assistance is going to check if the DRM is still valid or not.
What method do you advice to unlock the BL?
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Method, pick which is better for you. I used official method, no messing with cables.
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Unlock it the way you prefer to it does not matter it will lose warranty any way it is just luck if they will check it or not at the service center. Any way it is really hard to completely brick your phone unless you don't know what you are doing. The main difference is with the test point method you are able to update using seus without problems and it looks more complicated than it really is I only used a clip
just a question about unlocking thru official method.
since you would have to get the unlock key directly from Sony.
would they be able to track your phone since you will be giving them some details like your name, IMEI, email etc. to get the unlock code?
do the service centers have access to that database?
There are no Sony Mobile Service Centers, phones need to be taken back to shop and they use service of specific mobile repair shop.
Depending on what reason you need to take it back, they might want to check it or not. No one has so far done this, so we have no information.
What is DRM and Track ID ?
I want to unlock bootloader my phone, but I am still confused, what is the risk of a official bootloader from sony ? What is DRM and Track ID ? what is its usefulness for wt19i?
sorry my english is not good
dianfajar said:
I want to unlock bootloader my phone, but I am still confused, what is the risk of a official bootloader from sony ? What is DRM and Track ID ? what is its usefulness for wt19i?
sorry my english is not good
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There is no risk either way the difference is that with the official method you will lose your drm (Digital rights management) and the official support of track id (the app from se that you use to search for the info of a song playing in the radio or the tv etc.) meanwhile using the test point method you will not lose them. If you want to install a custom rom like cm9 or miui you need to unlock your bootloader to be able to flash the custom kernels those roms need.
can you save DRM with CWM backup before unlocking bootloader?
manilu001 said:
can you save DRM with CWM backup before unlocking bootloader?
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Nope, DRM is not saved in CWM backup.
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Thanks in advance for all helpfull answers.
I just want to understand the following. Some Live's come with "unlock bootloader allowed"="no" others ="yes". What does that means and more important: what are the implications?
I cannot understand the difference because as fair as I understand right now, all live's (branded/sim unlocked or not) are unlockable (referring to bootloader).
Maxxd01 said:
Thanks in advance for all helpfull answers.
I just want to understand the following. Some Live's come with "unlock bootloader allowed"="no" others ="yes". What does that means and more important: what are the implications?
I cannot understand the difference because as fair as I understand right now, all live's (branded/sim unlocked or not) are unlockable (referring to bootloader).
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When they come with boot loader unlock : no it is a branded sim locked phone in which case you can unlock bootloader but you will have no access to fastboot meaning you are unable to flash a custom kernel, also there will be no way you can officially unlock the bootloader so will have to use the test point method and of course you will need to pay to fully unlock your phone to be able to access fastboot and flash custom kernels.
Did I miss something??
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When they come with boot loader unlock : no it is a branded sim locked phone in which case you can unlock bootloader but you will have no access to fastboot meaning you are unable to flash a custom kernel, also there will be no way you can officially unlock the bootloader so will have to use the test point method and of course you will need to pay to fully unlock your phone to be able to access fastboot and flash custom kernels.
Did I miss something??
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So, for sim locked branded phones ("no")
- To unlock the bootloader: test point method
- Access fastboot: use (and pay) through wotan server
Am I right? I never though that was two different problems.
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So, for sim locked branded phones ("no")
- To unlock the bootloader: test point method
- Access fastboot: use (and pay) through wotan server
Am I right? I never though that was two different problems.
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I'm not really sure about Wotan server however I'm pretty sure about setool and omnius and if you are willing to pay the phone will be fully unlocked (bootloader, sim and fastboot) with one procedure using the test point method.
ginryu said:
When they come with boot loader unlock : no it is a branded sim locked phone in which case you can unlock bootloader but you will have no access to fastboot meaning you are unable to flash a custom kernel, also there will be no way you can officially unlock the bootloader so will have to use the test point method and of course you will need to pay to fully unlock your phone to be able to access fastboot and flash custom kernels.
Did I miss something??
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So, I'm curious, if I have branded sim lock Live ("no" bootloader) can I install an original firmware without using an official channel? Do I need fastboot access?
I'm asking because I'm almost sure that my carrier will not update the Live to 4.0, so I suppose I have to use some other tool in order to install it.
Maxxd01 said:
So, I'm curious, if I have branded sim lock Live ("no" bootloader) can I install an original firmware without using an official channel? Do I need fastboot access?
I'm asking because I'm almost sure that my carrier will not update the Live to 4.0, so I suppose I have to use some other tool in order to install it.
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you can debrand (install a generic firmware) your phone using wotan server for free and as i know it will also change your product code so next time and official sony update is available your phone will get it.
thancks! its helps...
another noob question from me
can i relock BL from test point method?
n do i have to flash stock kernel before relock?
i'm using rage kernel right now.
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Hi guys (=
I unlocked my bootloader via testpoint. It's clear to me that I can't do OTA updates now (afaik, I'd appreciate opposing information). But is it still possible to update via SUS/PCC. In my opinion with official unlock, it's impossible to do a repair/update via SUS/PCC (denied by program in advance). But with testpoint-unlocked bootloader I'm given the possibility to do a repair. Can I do it without any danger for my phone?
So long,
mar_sss
mar_sss said:
But with testpoint-unlocked bootloader I'm given the possibility to do a repair. Can I do it without any danger for my phone?
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Yes.
But no OTA update, right?
i update 4.04 through OTA...but not successfull.i have to relock bootloader and unlock again with test point...
mar_sss said:
But no OTA update, right?
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Unlocked bootloader by test point not affect any updades! If you not delete or replace any system file, OTA update should be right!
mar_sss said:
But no OTA update, right?
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Better not try.
Lietotajs said:
Unlocked bootloader by test point not affect any updades! If you not delete or replace any system file, OTA update should be right!
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Actually, I'm not 100% sure in that. Some users reported problems.
I didn't try as I never seen a need for ota, have you tried it?
didn't try it. no need till now, because I unlocked with testpoint and installed/rooted .432
i was testpoint unlocked but then i needed alot of relocking and unlocking for testing stuff so testpoing procedure became so damn boring. bite the dust and did the official unlock, now relock/unlock is fast and easy.
official way unlock -> relock -> OTA. no brick. thats how i got from 4.0.3 to 4.0.4
all i lost is DRM (and warranty ofc ..), but havent seen any situation that i need DRM in first place.
pirate mp3's yar yar
Gjole86 said:
i was testpoint unlocked but then i needed alot of relocking and unlocking for testing stuff so testpoing procedure became so damn boring.
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May I ask what could be the reason to relock BL?
Except OTA. But then again, OTA is kinda useless, IMHO.
Madfysh said:
May I ask what could be the reason to relock BL?
Except OTA. But then again, OTA is kinda useless, IMHO.
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i had this funky stuff when i flash tft it wont boot. it ended in bootloop or just stuck on SE writing. did a relock and it went on. have no idea why is that but i took it as "dont fix if its not broken"
yeah logic says lock BL-> stock kernels only. unlock BL -> all kernels.
makes no sence i know just the way things work arround here. same as the wifi crap i have on ICS, so few other ppl have the same thing.
So what percentage of people here with ZU GPE have broken, malfunctioning camera after the 4.4.3 update?
Anybody find out the cause of failure?
What are the chances that the upcoming 4.4.4 will fix this issue?
It is comforting to know that I am not the only one with a broken camera, but it is so frustrating because there isn't much discussion going on this forum.
Cant add much except 4.4.4 won't fix the camera issue by it's self, it will need other patches above what's in 4.4.4
blueether said:
Cant add much except 4.4.4 won't fix the camera issue by it's self, it will need other patches above what's in 4.4.4
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Do you know why camera works on 4.4.2 but gets broken in 4.4.3 for some users?
Fix camera http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52696903&postcount=23
godraxe said:
Fix camera http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52696903&postcount=23
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Different camera issue
My camera is broken going from 4.4.2 - 4.4.3.
4.4.2 State
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- Rooted, stock kernel.
- Unlocked boot loader
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- Non-rooted, stock kernel.
- Unlocked boot loader.
Same here. Broken ass camera. My phone is basically a giant useless tablet.
I would love to know if people with locked bootloaders have the camera issue as well going into 4.4.3. Unlocking the boot loader normally wipes DRM keys and unless memory fails me, the xperia Z1's camera broke once the boot loader was unlocked. I am wondering if this may have something to do...
egzthunder1 said:
I would love to know if people with locked bootloaders have the camera issue as well going into 4.4.3. Unlocking the boot loader normally wipes DRM keys and unless memory fails me, the xperia Z1's camera broke once the boot loader was unlocked. I am wondering if this may have something to do...
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If DRM keys being wiped were responsible for the camera breakage, then revering back to 4.4.2 should not bring camera back to life.
Now that the 4.4.4 OTA is released without the camera fix, I really wonder if this broken camera issue will ever be fixed.
I thought the main point of GPE devices were ease of unlocking bootloaders. Google and Sony have totally messed it up if unlocking bootloader killed the camera.
ddslee said:
If DRM keys being wiped were responsible for the camera breakage, then revering back to 4.4.2 should not bring camera back to life.
Now that the 4.4.4 OTA is released without the camera fix, I really wonder if this broken camera issue will ever be fixed.
I thought the main point of GPE devices were ease of unlocking bootloaders. Google and Sony have totally messed it up if unlocking bootloader killed the camera.
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Have been in contact with Google support twice and their solution is to issue a replacement device.
https://support.google.com/playedition/topic/4397966?hl=en&ref_topic=3450794#contact=1&ts=4381330
adfurgerson said:
Have been in contact with Google support twice and their solution is to issue a replacement device.
https://support.google.com/playedition/topic/4397966?hl=en&ref_topic=3450794#contact=1&ts=4381330
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Will Sony/Google issue a replacement device for a device with an unlocked bootloader?
Btw, have you tried going straight from 4.4.2 to 4.4.4? Will the camera stay functional?
Btw @adfurgerson thanks for your help. My wife just loves the phone. It is currently stuck at 4.4.2 and I have disabled notification for Google services framework and OTA update notification hasn't shown up for almost 5 days now.
egzthunder1 said:
I would love to know if people with locked bootloaders have the camera issue as well going into 4.4.3. Unlocking the boot loader normally wipes DRM keys and unless memory fails me, the xperia Z1's camera broke once the boot loader was unlocked. I am wondering if this may have something to do...
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My wife and I each have a Z Ultra GPe, both upgraded to 4.4.3, both stock, not rooted, still locked boot loader. Both cameras function properly.
ddslee said:
Will Sony/Google issue a replacement device for a device with an unlocked bootloader?
Btw, have you tried going straight from 4.4.2 to 4.4.4? Will the camera stay functional?
Btw @adfurgerson thanks for your help. My wife just loves the phone. It is currently stuck at 4.4.2 and I have disabled notification for Google services framework and OTA update notification hasn't shown up for almost 5 days now.
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I am going to relock with flashtool and hope for the best. I tried asking for a refund so I could order straight from Sony but they wouldn't go for that.
He5aid said:
My wife and I each have a Z Ultra GPe, both upgraded to 4.4.3, both stock, not rooted, still locked boot loader. Both cameras function properly.
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Thanks. So, whatever it is, it is related to 4.4.3 and above looking for something missing due to the unlocked bootloader. Something that 4.4.2 is not looking for apparently.
And no, unlocked bootloader means no replacement unit...
You want me to put the hammer down?
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Thanks. So, whatever it is, it is related to 4.4.3 and above looking for something missing due to the unlocked bootloader. Something that 4.4.2 is not looking for apparently.
And no, unlocked bootloader means no replacement unit...
You want me to put the hammer down?
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So are you saying even if I relock they won't replace it?
Also I can't recall reading anywhere about drm keys on GPe.
Edit... There is a warning that you may loose DRM keys when unlocking boot loader, I had forgotten about it.
Well relocking bootloader and updating to 4.4.3 and 4.4.4 still leaves camera broken.
I have owned two GPE versions. The first one I unlocked bootloader and rooted straight away and updated to 4.4.3 after that my camera broke, the wireless display stopped working, and i couldn't use GPS while connected to bluetooth. I RMA'd that one and received a second unit, and i left it stock and didn't unlock bootloader and didn't root, it updated itself to 4.4.3 and everything functions. So I suspect that unlocking the bootloader is what screws with our phones. My problem is that i NEED root to use ARU (AppRadio Unchained lets me use my Pioneer in-car touchscreen to control my phone). Is there anyway to root without unlocking the bootloader? If we can replace our recovery without unlocking the bootloader i think we can achieve this.
llxxjinxxll said:
I have owned two GPE versions. The first one I unlocked bootloader and rooted straight away and updated to 4.4.3 after that my camera broke, the wireless display stopped working, and i couldn't use GPS while connected to bluetooth. I RMA'd that one and received a second unit, and i left it stock and didn't unlock bootloader and didn't root, it updated itself to 4.4.3 and everything functions. So I suspect that unlocking the bootloader is what screws with our phones. My problem is that i NEED root to use ARU (AppRadio Unchained lets me use my Pioneer in-car touchscreen to control my phone). Is there anyway to root without unlocking the bootloader? If we can replace our recovery without unlocking the bootloader i think we can achieve this.
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You returned it to Google without issue? Towelroot reported working for GPe on 4.4.3 and if I understand correctly it works for locked bootloaders. See post #5 of this thread it was posted before the Sony specific tool was posted so I believe the standard apk was used.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783982
adfurgerson said:
So are you saying even if I relock they won't replace it?
Also I can't recall reading anywhere about drm keys on GPe.
Well relocking bootloader and updating to 4.4.3 and 4.4.4 still leaves camera broken.
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Well, I am not saying it is the case, but drm keys being wiped and stuff stopping to work has been commonplace in the Z series ever since the Z was introduced. Also, if memory serves me well, I could have sworn that someone said that X-reality goes bye bye as soon as the bootloader is unlocked.
Having said that, these updates are looking for something that they find in locked bootloaders and that is obviously missing in unlocked ones. Hence, my suggestion for the Drm keys.
One other thought popped into my head yesterday. Back in my evo 3d days, we had an issue where if the correct hboot was not present, the Rom would simply not boot. Something else to consider.... I am leaning towards the drm being responsible though.
You want me to put the hammer down?
llxxjinxxll said:
I have owned two GPE versions. The first one I unlocked bootloader and rooted straight away and updated to 4.4.3 after that my camera broke, the wireless display stopped working, and i couldn't use GPS while connected to bluetooth. I RMA'd that one and received a second unit, and i left it stock and didn't unlock bootloader and didn't root, it updated itself to 4.4.3 and everything functions. So I suspect that unlocking the bootloader is what screws with our phones. My problem is that i NEED root to use ARU (AppRadio Unchained lets me use my Pioneer in-car touchscreen to control my phone). Is there anyway to root without unlocking the bootloader? If we can replace our recovery without unlocking the bootloader i think we can achieve this.
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You can now root with towelroot - see the thread in the general ZU section, this will allow you to back up the TA as well now.
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egzthunder1 said:
Well, I am not saying it is the case, but drm keys being wiped and stuff stopping to work has been commonplace in the Z series ever since the Z was introduced. Also, if memory serves me well, I could have sworn that someone said that X-reality goes bye bye as soon as the bootloader is unlocked.
Having said that, these updates are looking for something that they find in locked bootloaders and that is obviously missing in unlocked ones. Hence, my suggestion for the Drm keys.
One other thought popped into my head yesterday. Back in my evo 3d days, we had an issue where if the correct hboot was not present, the Rom would simply not boot. Something else to consider.... I am leaning towards the drm being responsible though.
You want me to put the hammer down?
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This is interesting... 4.4 on the zu kept x-reality working if the bootloader was unlocked on 4.4
In GPe I don't think x-reality ever stopped working when the BL was unlocked
The next test I guess is to use the new root method, back up TA/DRM keys and then unlock on 4.4.3 or 4.4.4 and see if the camera breaks, then restore the TA and see if that fixes the issue.
After the **** with the Z1 and the broken camera on unlocked BL you would think that they would't make the same mistake again
Has anybody ever been successful at resuscitating the dead camera once it started malfunctioning (besides downgrading to 4.4.2).
I have read a couple of people mentioning that their camera was fixed. @DooMLoRD and @MrSewerPickle.
Could you please share with us how it was done???
I have read DRM function restoreration for UB thread and have some question . My z2 is unlock bootloader and lose Drm function like x-reality and Bionz if i follow these step
1. Relock bootloader using flashtool
2. Flash FW 17.1.A.2.69 ftf with TA partition with full wipe
3. Reboot
Is drm function will be restore? Because i didn't care about unlockbootloader and sony warranty I just want X-Reality,Vivid,and Bionz came back. and if this work can i flash 4.4.4 after.
e.g. Sorry for my bad english
does you have backup your ta file before you unlock your bootloader?
muhammadnajmi96 said:
does you have backup your ta file before you unlock your bootloader?
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No,I didn't back up it
armmiehidetoz said:
No,I didn't back up it
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try to take a look at this http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672
muhammadnajmi96 said:
try to take a look at this http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672
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This will only allow restore certain features (X-Reality, Noise cancelling etc) - It won't allow apps that require the DRM keys to be present to actually be used, so far this seems to be the Playstation/Remote Play apps.
Goldfire said:
This will only allow restore certain features (X-Reality, Noise cancelling etc) - It won't allow apps that require the DRM keys to be present to actually be used, so far this seems to be the Playstation/Remote Play apps.
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yes , i know. but he only said that he only want x-reality, noise cancelling feature back on his phone. this is the only way since he doesnt backup his ta file .
muhammadnajmi96 said:
yes , i know. but he only said that he only want x-reality, noise cancelling feature back on his phone. this is the only way since he doesnt backup his ta file .
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Yes ,i have read this thread one.By this step will be relock and then unlcok bootloader again
but if i didn't want unlockbootloader again and flash fix file. If i only relock and flah tft with TA partitipn like thay said . May this can be work?(Sorry for bad english)
muhammadnajmi96 said:
yes , i know. but he only said that he only want x-reality, noise cancelling feature back on his phone. this is the only way since he doesnt backup his ta file .
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Yep, I'm leaving that info there for other users that want to restore their DRM keys.
armmiehidetoz said:
Yes ,i have read this thread one.By this step will be relock and then unlcok bootloader again
but if i didn't want unlockbootloader again and flash fix file. If i only relock and flah tft with TA partitipn like thay said . May this can be work?(Sorry for bad english)
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The mod linked above doesn't relock the bootloader, it just restores some features.
If you want to relock your bootloader, you'll need to flash the original kernel. More info here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52567280#post52567280
Search also returns quite a few threads with more info.
Goldfire said:
Yep, I'm leaving that info there for other users that want to restore their DRM keys.
The mod linked above doesn't relock the bootloader, it just restores some features.
If you want to relock your bootloader, you'll need to flash the original kernel. More info here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52567280#post52567280
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Thank you for help. I have a question If i relock by this step, will my function(x-reality,vivid,BionZ) restore?
armmiehidetoz said:
Thank you for help. I have a question If i relock by this step, will my function(x-reality,vivid,BionZ) restore?
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Nope, even after relocking the bootloader, the features you listed still require the original and unique DRM keys to function - the only real way to restore their functionality properly is either by the mod above or restoring the TA partition that held the DRM key info.
Goldfire said:
Nope, even after relocking the bootloader, the features you listed still require the original and unique DRM keys to function - the only real way to restore their functionality properly is either by the mod above or restoring the TA partition that held the DRM key info.
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Thank for very helpful! Finally i got back x-reality,vivid ,and BionZ by http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672 .As you said when i relock and flash .69 with TA its work but when i update to .167 its broke again so i unlockbootloader again and follow this step thank for very help again:good:
armmiehidetoz said:
Thank for very helpful! Finally i got back x-reality,vivid ,and BionZ by http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672 .As you said when i relock and flash .69 with TA its work but when i update to .167 its broke again so i unlockbootloader again and follow this step thank for very help again:good:
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where can i download .69 firmware wth TA partition? i've searched with xperifirm and couldnt find it bro.
Thepho3nix said:
where can i download .69 firmware wth TA partition? i've searched with xperifirm and couldnt find it bro.
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Here
https://mega.co.nz/#!sccRRZaZ!2ten4FvV8H1WfQtNNTaKujWZBy9gz-9Ak7osJ1TF5qs
It's possible to relock bootloader for Xperia X F5122 after unlock?
You can. But there's no way to recover DRM keys for now.
iH8Ecchi said:
You can. But there's no way to recover DRM keys for now.
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There's no way to recover your drm keys at all ever, one of the reasons I'm waiting off unlocking my xa bootloader no ta back up
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Relocked and Camera NOT Working... - Unlock, and it works.
Hi everyone, i have unlocked my Xperia X f5122 34.0.A.2.292 bootloader (Sadly)
after unlocking i noticed some functions like X-Reality not working anymore on my device...
i wanted to relock it again using flashtool, and i did it easily
but after relock camera will not work (camera app hangs when i press button or touch) - third party apps not working too.
when i unlock it again, i get camera working...
is there any way to relock bootloader and make camera work like when device is unlocked?
(sorry for bad english)
lianzen said:
Hi everyone, i have unlocked my Xperia X f5122 34.0.A.2.292 bootloader (Sadly)
after unlocking i noticed some functions like X-Reality not working anymore on my device...
i wanted to relock it again using flashtool, and i did it easily
but after relock camera will not work (camera app hangs when i press button or touch) - third party apps not working too.
when i unlock it again, i get camera working...
is there any way to relock bootloader and make camera work like when device is unlocked?
(sorry for bad english)
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Don't know how to fix it but you could just flash this kernel:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-x/development/root-xperia-x-34-0-2-292-modified-t3449708
All functions like x-reality will work with this kernel
Relock then FLash? hmmm
kistigun said:
Don't know how to fix it but you could just flash this kernel:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-x/development/root-xperia-x-34-0-2-292-modified-t3449708
All functions like x-reality will work with this kernel
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Thank for Reply,
so you mean i have to relock bootloader then flash that kernel then unroot with super su?
can i get relocked boot loader and everything OK that way?
but for flashing that kernel i have to unlock boot loader
maybe this works? :
i unlock bootloader then flash kernel then unroot and then relock bootloader
but that way android ask me for patttern at srart which i dont know what is it so i have to draw wrong pattern 30 times to get device factory reset.
i dont know after than kernel will stay there or not.
its like 1 week im working on this device day and night
lianzen said:
Thank for Reply,
so you mean i have to relock bootloader then flash that kernel then unroot with super su?
can i get relocked boot loader and everything OK that way?
but for flashing that kernel i have to unlock boot loader
maybe this works? :
i unlock bootloader then flash kernel then unroot and then relock bootloader
but that way android ask me for patttern at srart which i dont know what is it so i have to draw wrong pattern 30 times to get device factory reset.
i dont know after than kernel will stay there or not.
its like 1 week im working on this device day and night
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No just keep you bootloader unlocked and flash that kernel, you´ll have all functions(like x-reality) and root
kistigun said:
No just keep you bootloader unlocked and flash that kernel, you´ll have all functions(like x-reality) and root
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yeah thats what im doing
i wonder if i can relock and unroot and have everything ok.
thanks
lianzen said:
yeah thats what im doing
i wonder if i can relock and unroot and have everything ok.
thanks
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Problably not, you've unlocked your bootloader so your TA-partition is whiped meaning you lost your DRM keys. You can not get them back anymore. So without a kernel with DRM-fix you wont get functions like x-reality back. So just keep your bootloader unlocked and use a custom kernel with DRM-fix and you'll be fine.
kistigun said:
Problably not, you've unlocked your bootloader so your TA-partition is whiped meaning you lost your DRM keys. You can not get them back anymore. So without a kernel with DRM-fix you wont get functions like x-reality back. So just keep your bootloader unlocked and use a custom kernel with DRM-fix and you'll be fine.
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Got a question, hope you can help me.
How close is that DRM-fix to the original DRM keys in terms of quality?
El Brillantinas said:
Got a question, hope you can help me.
How close is that DRM-fix to the original DRM keys in terms of quality?
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same quality
Is it possible to make the "bootloader is unlocked" message when booting up disappear?
No, only by relocking your bootloader.
aidy.lucas said:
There's no way to recover your drm keys at all ever, one of the reasons I'm waiting off unlocking my xa bootloader no ta back up
Sent from my Xperia XA using XDA Labs
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Isn't Xperia XA came out on Android 6.01 ? if that so then you can use DirtyCow script to extract drm keys / TA.img.
PrinceOfQueda said:
It's possible to relock bootloader for Xperia X F5122 after unlock?
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you can block the bootlader now in android 8 and the camera is work
Hello: Someone can tell me if after opening it, the booloader can be blocked again. I have the DRM keys. I tried to do it by Flash Tool, but when I turn on the phone it always asks me for the android key and I do not know what it is.
Thank you.
I answer: Easy with oreo. An ftf of oreo is installed by flashtool and the mobile starts, we accept debug usb and developer mode. The mobile is turned off and reconnected to flashtool, given to the blu and relock option. When finished, disconnect the mobile and turn it on. Ask for Android key, well, it turns off and connects to xperia companion. The repair firmware option is given and the instructions are followed and when finished we have repaired oreo and the bootloader as before unlocking it.
Kisses, applause and thanks to all those who have helped me with the comments.