I gather that it is necessary to unlock the bootloader in order to root - is this possible to do on the Verizon version? If so, could someone point me towards a tutorial, as I have only found posts on rooting, not unlocking the bootloader.
To date, it's not.
Thanks.
So then it is not possible to root the Verizon version?
[ASK] bootloader version
hai guys, need info of moto z xt1650-03.
i've moto z 7.1.1 and BL 91.08.
i've already tried to reflash with version 6, but i've got the error for downgrade issue.
so i flash it back to its original.
so much work to do this, coz i've been very hard bricked for downgrading it.
the question is, is it possible to downgrade BL 91.08 to other version ?
i think that if i can downgrade it, it can flash the old version like MM or N 7.0
many thanks.
theblackz said:
hai guys, need info of moto z xt1650-03.
i've moto z 7.1.1 and BL 91.08.
i've already tried to reflash with version 6, but i've got the error for downgrade issue.
so i flash it back to its original.
so much work to do this, coz i've been very hard bricked for downgrading it.
the question is, is it possible to downgrade BL 91.08 to other version ?
i think that if i can downgrade it, it can flash the old version like MM or N 7.0
many thanks.
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I don't think bootloader can be downgraded on any devive beside nexus.
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hi
i know a lot of people do not like the new 4.2.2. i myself hate it. so i want to downgrade my sgp312 xperia tablet z wifi 32gb bought from saturn germany.
i have a few questions:
1.obviously i need to downgrade using flash tool. should i use the latest version v0.9.11.0 or should i use flashtool-0.9.10.2beta4-windows.exe ?
2.will my bootloader be unlocked in the process?
3.if i take my device for warranty in the future, will sony technicians see something and i lose my warranty of the device?
4.will downgrading break bravia or other sony technology that breaks when rooting/unlocking
5.what stock fw should i use for my german xtz ? is this one here good? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344577
6.unfortunately i cannot remember what fw i was on before the official upgrade. i know for sure i was on the latest. maybe someone here knows what the latest was for my tab. is there anybody that can give me the exact fw code that was before i put the 4.2.2?
7.should i follow the tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614 to the letter? does it work for my tab also?
thanks and sorry if any of the questions are noob!
mospantagruel said:
hi
i know a lot of people do not like the new 4.2.2. i myself hate it. so i want to downgrade my sgp312 xperia tablet z wifi 32gb bought from saturn germany.
i have a few questions:
1.obviously i need to downgrade using flash tool. should i use the latest version v0.9.11.0 or should i use flashtool-0.9.10.2beta4-windows.exe ?
2.will my bootloader be unlocked in the process?
3.if i take my device for warranty in the future, will sony technicians see something and i lose my warranty of the device?
4.will downgrading break bravia or other sony technology that breaks when rooting/unlocking
5.what stock fw should i use for my german xtz ? is this one here good? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344577
6.unfortunately i cannot remember what fw i was on before the official upgrade. i know for sure i was on the latest. maybe someone here knows what the latest was for my tab. is there anybody that can give me the exact fw code that was before i put the 4.2.2?
7.should i follow the tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614 to the letter? does it work for my tab also?
thanks and sorry if any of the questions are noob!
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i'm just posting to say that i'm hoping somebody answers you, because i hate the upgrade as well. it's not an upgrade. sony took their nice, well thought out UI enhancements (pretty much a first for an OEM in the post-gingerbread world), got rid of half of them, then ruined the others.
i am seriously disappointed in the hack job they did. sony did such a nice job with their skin on 4.1.2, why on earth did they need to ruin it? Their notification center was better than googles new one, especially for a tablet!
ugh.
mospantagruel said:
hi
i know a lot of people do not like the new 4.2.2. i myself hate it. so i want to downgrade my sgp312 xperia tablet z wifi 32gb bought from saturn germany.
i have a few questions:
1.obviously i need to downgrade using flash tool. should i use the latest version v0.9.11.0 or should i use flashtool-0.9.10.2beta4-windows.exe ?
2.will my bootloader be unlocked in the process?
3.if i take my device for warranty in the future, will sony technicians see something and i lose my warranty of the device?
4.will downgrading break bravia or other sony technology that breaks when rooting/unlocking
5.what stock fw should i use for my german xtz ? is this one here good? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344577
6.unfortunately i cannot remember what fw i was on before the official upgrade. i know for sure i was on the latest. maybe someone here knows what the latest was for my tab. is there anybody that can give me the exact fw code that was before i put the 4.2.2?
7.should i follow the tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614 to the letter? does it work for my tab also?
and sorry if any of the questions are noob!
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1 - They should both work, I flashed mine with an older version without issues.
2 - Flashing your device with an FTF will NOT affect your bootloader status, in other words...No your bootloader will remain locked.
3 - Flashing an FTF is a Sony original firmware so no your warranty will not be voided, although I wouldn't declare that you flashed it with Flashtool. Unlocking your bootloader will void your warranty. There are ways to relock it but I don't know if they will be able to tell.
4 - No, downgrading doesn't break anything. Unlocking your bootloader will break Bravia engine so in order to restore Bravia you need to backup your TA before unlocking it.
5 - I was using build 370 so as long as you use the one for your device, you will be fine. (SGP312, WiFi Only)
6 - From what I know, the WiFi model only had build 370 on 4.1.2 and now build 136 for 4.2.2
7 - Yes, that is a good tutorial for using Flashtool, they are using it to flash an Xperia phone but the same applies for the tablet, just select the appropriate file when flashing obviously.
Good Luck! :highfive:
I am having moto e 1st gen running lollipop 5.0.2 soak test. And yes its damn slow and laggy. I like to install custom roms. But the problem is that my boot loader is locked. I am just wondering ,if I follow the guide that people used to unlock boot loader when they were in kitkat ,ll help me to unlock bootloader with phone running lollipop.
I can simply get back to 4.4.4. and unlock from there but I saw many warnings regarding downgrading from lollipop to kitkat. And also the guides which helps to downgrade ,are contradiction to each other as one guide includes commands for got,motoboot and logo but the other doesn't include that saying it ll hard brick.
I am really confused abt that.
Any help abt boot loader unlocking with lollipop soak test would be welcome.
Thanks.
I am from India , and xt1022 is the only model here in India I believe.
FakrudeenAhamed said:
I am having moto e 1st gen running lollipop 5.0.2 soak test. And yes its damn slow and laggy. I like to install custom roms. But the problem is that my boot loader is locked. I am just wondering ,if I follow the guide that people used to unlock boot loader when they were in kitkat ,ll help me to unlock bootloader with phone running lollipop.
I can simply get back to 4.4.4. and unlock from there but I saw many warnings regarding downgrading from lollipop to kitkat. And also the guides which helps to downgrade ,are contradiction to each other as one guide includes commands for got,motoboot and logo but the other doesn't include that saying it ll hard brick.
I am really confused abt that. Any help abt boot loader unlocking with lollipop soak test would be welcome.
Thanks. I am from India , and xt1022 is the only model here in India I believe.
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Bootloader unlocking has nothing to do with system version(lollipop or kitkat) and it is permanent. If you unlocked the bootloader while you were in kitkat it is unlocked forever(unless you go to service centre and replace the motherboard) ,whether you update your rom to soak test or any custom lollipop rom. The guide for unlocking bootloader is same regardless of your system version. If you ever decide to downgrade to kikat ,make sure to downgrade to 4.4.4 If you downgrade to 4.4.2 you may brick your device
And follow this guide to downgrade http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-e/development/downgrade-5-0-x-to-4-4-4-stock-firmware-t3031073
mepsilon2 said:
Bootloader unlocking has nothing to do with system version(lollipop or kitkat) and it is permanent. If you unlocked the bootloader while you were in kitkat it is unlocked forever(unless you go to service centre and replace the motherboard) ,whether you update your rom to soak test or any custom lollipop rom. The guide for unlocking bootloader is same regardless of your system version. If you ever decide to downgrade to kikat ,make sure to downgrade to 4.4.4 If you downgrade to 4.4.2 you may brick your device
And follow this guide to downgrade http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-e/development/downgrade-5-0-x-to-4-4-4-stock-firmware-t3031073
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First of all,thanks for replying.
And now my doubt is cleared abt bootloader.
So after bootloader unlocking, I have to root and then flash custom recovery to have custom rom with twrp recovery. ,right ?
Am I missing anything here ?
Will my phone be stuck in bootloop after unlocking boot loader,cos it happens normally in some phones, ?
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FakrudeenAhamed said:
First of all,thanks for replying.
And now my doubt is cleared abt bootloader.
So after bootloader unlocking, I have to root and then flash custom recovery to have custom rom with twrp recovery. ,right ?
Am I missing anything here ?
Will my phone be stuck in bootloop after unlocking boot loader,cos it happens normally in some phones, ?
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1)unlock bootloader-->2)flash twrp recovery--->3)*may require* to flash SuperSu to root--->4)Flash custom rom
3rd step may not be required but do it just to be safe.
Just recently purchased the Xperia Z2 Tablet and I'm very disappointed to find that I can't unlock my bootloader. I read a post on here that mentioned it was still possible to install CM on a locked bootloader. Could anyone explain to me how I could do this or link me to a thread that will help? Here's my device info:
Model SPG561
Android v4.4.4
Build 23.0.1E.0.208
Currently unrooted.
I actually got this today after returning a tablet just because I couldn't install CM or unlock the bootloader. I'm very close to just returning this and getting a different one. If I'm **** out of luck with the Z2, could anyone recommend a Verizon LTE tablet, with good specs, that will allow me to unlock the bootloader? I'm getting desperate.
Thanks for any help.
dz93 said:
Just recently purchased the Xperia Z2 Tablet and I'm very disappointed to find that I can't unlock my bootloader. I read a post on here that mentioned it was still possible to install CM on a locked bootloader. Could anyone explain to me how I could do this or link me to a thread that will help? Here's my device info:
Model SPG561
Android v4.4.4
Build 23.0.1E.0.208
Currently unrooted.
I actually got this today after returning a tablet just because I couldn't install CM or unlock the bootloader. I'm very close to just returning this and getting a different one. If I'm **** out of luck with the Z2, could anyone recommend a Verizon LTE tablet, with good specs, that will allow me to unlock the bootloader? I'm getting desperate.
Thanks for any help.
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I can't see how you could flash CM on a locked boot loader as it requires a custom kernel.
I don't know anything about the Samsung tablets on vzw but I suspect they are locked down. The LG tablet can be "unlocked" with bump but its a piece of garbage. If the Nexus 9 is available for vzw its probably your only chance at getting an unlocked boot loader. Some of kindle fire tablets can be unlocked as well but they need to be on older firmware AFAIK
Unlocl boot loader
Yes you can unlock bootloader by going the sony site and follow the instructions. I ask you for the emei number ad other things. but follow the instructions carefully.
2nd option. Use Sony mobile flasher by androxyde it works perfectly well on mine. But if youneed to update or upgrade through Sony Compagnon, you will need to relock bootloader, install update and the (re) unlock bootloader. It works for me...
anybody know How to root xperia m4 aqua (D2353) [26.1.A.2.167] without unlock bootloader? , i've try many guide and many universal root apps in pc or desktop with windows. but no one of them is success, anybody know how to root this device without unlock bootloader?
yes first you have downgrade to the firmware - 26.1.A.1.112
i had the same device , do everything in this guide , make sure you download the 26.1.A.1.112 firmware when you downgrade from 26.1.A.2.167
+you can also backup the TA Partition after rooting (For warranty)
you can find the detailed guide here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64565057&postcount=5
by @cmstew
Thanks for your comment , i'm not sure to downgrade firmware version, cause overheat and bloatware issue in old buid. btw this is not my primary device, so i can't check it frequently. any method available again?
seems like you havent visited the link i have given, if you want to root your phone without unlocking the bootloader, you have to downgrade and install the root, then you can upgrade tothe latest version
Okay, I'm sorry for that before. yeah i'm not read it completely sorry, i will try it. thanks
Hello,
first i'm sorry for my bad english.
I have moto z dual sim, with android 6.0.1, unlocked bootloader and rooted. I have problems updating to Nougat.
Can you tell me please how to update, step by step. Do i have to lock my bootloader again? .
I have reflashed my phone without rooting it, but after downloading the update, i received again error and cant update
Please help me.
Are you using stock or custom recovery?
If it is stock recovery I got an update file that works but it is RETBR for the XT1650-03
I'm using stock :/
can you tell me how to lock my bootloader?
You can try to use the update file via recovery. Because you use a stock, you can use the official OTA file.