yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
keep that button combination pressed for 15-20 seconds
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] ssan:
I tried for several times but I can't got blue led. There is no color for led.

I also tried Sony update service software. I got the message "Since the phone has changed firmware software cannot be updated"
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
if u can get into FLASHMODE then u can get into FASTBOOT MODE...

the CF-Auto-Root method is OLD... use the recovery way...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] ssan:
The phone automatically enter the recovery mode and restarts in 10 seconds continuously.

What is the way of entering recovery mode manually? Isn't it volume up and power button?

I downloaded and install sonyericsson xperia flasher program. I can get into flash mode.

Is there any operation I can apply at this mode?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] ssan:
thank you for your quick replies. I successfully restore to factory mode via sony flasher (emma).
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Jwtiyar:
just when i flashed with custom recovery(cwm) , the phone keep restarting ? what i di please help?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] michaeliu:
Thank you for this easy root method:)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] mhairy:
Wired..my work fine..maybe u miss another step..
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Soursamo:
Any chance this can be updated to support C6616 the Bell Xperia Z?

Thanks.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Michaelk706:
Doom! You are amazing! I love my rooted c6606!! You are the greatest. Def sending you a donation!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] devehman:
Root 10.3.1.A.2.74

Does anyone have any information on how to root 10.3.1.A.2.74, it's the newest firmware.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
Same as .244 &. 67
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] EmeraldTimer:
I used doomlord's toolkit

Inviato dal mio C6603 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] mtayabkk:
hey guys finally i root my xperia z latest version check that out

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9fSuTZEBBI!!!!!!!!!!!

REALLY AWESOME:victory::victory::victory:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] bariz143:
Man 244 is a verry old build
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Pietroni:
.569 successfully [ROOTED]

I rooted a .569 Stock firmware using this guide!

Thanks again Doomlord!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] nion:
error opening superSu

I've got an issue rooting 569 stock firmware with flash via recovery.

after followed step by step everything, when I open superSu the app give me an alert "program's binary files not found, the program cannot install them"!!!

Please, which procedure have you followed??

any idea???
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] atif_afzal:
Are you sure you root .569 through this method. Are you locked boot loader. If yes plz link the .569 kernel file only. Waiting for .569 kernel file only to try this method for root.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Pietroni:
Hi. I got a unlocked bootloader. Thats why it worked som well. I had to use a superSU fix. Dont have the link, but found it searching online.

---------- Post added at 06:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:52 PM ----------

Hi. Try to find the superSU fix. I flashed that with recovery.

I didnt like stock that much... So I went back to use cm10.2.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] nion:
flashed the fix suggested by [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION] and [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION], but the problem persist.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] CiscoX:
Me to, but i did use this guide. And I also had an TA-Backup from .67 firmware i used to lock my bootloader on stock .569 firmware + stock made .569 kernel, I used to flash before i restore my TA-Backup. :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2590781
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] nion:
Ok, everything goes!

I've flashed SuperSU 1.86.zip and works fine

Before this 1.86 I had flashed the zip powered by [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION] (1.25), but that was too old for 4.3 sony' firmware

thanks everybody

And sorry... My English is terrible!

Inviato dal mio C6603 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Ali Shayzadag:
At last I've got 4.3 rooted and my bootloader is locked again. :good:

This is what I did: Get back to 4.2, root it, backup TA, Unlock BL, Flash 4.3 and root with Doom's method, flashback stock 4.3 kernel and restore Back TA! Thats it :D
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] mrsamkhar:
early i have backup Ta, unlock bootloader flash custom roms and kernel after that flash stok kernel and rom, lock bootloader and restore ta. i want to root 4.3. i must again backup ta if i can unlock bootloader and old ta backup can restore?? sorry for bad english :( :(
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] demon2112:
Yeah you can restore an olsd ta backup no problem

Verstuurd vanaf mijn C6603 met Tapatalk
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Ahyricks:
Can u help make an easy rooting toolkit for this KitKat Exploit thank you so much :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] BigDnm01:
I have a question. in the US Sony Store there is an Unlocked Xperia Z LTE (C6616). On eBay, C6616 are designated as Canada carriers models.

I just wondering if there is a C6616 firmware without all those carrier bloatware.

Per example. I have a Xperia Z C6606 LTE, which is a T-Mobile Exclusive with T-Mobile bloatware. I don't think there is an unlocked, carrier-free firmware for the C6606.

So I want to know before I purchase it. btw, if so, what's the latest android version and build number for the C6616?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Mike nammvard:
Is thise working on C6603 running 4.4.4 kitkat
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] balloontree:
Is this the firmware to download for original rooted rom? That can save camera photos to sdcard?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] JDibeh:
Hello,

How to unlock the bootloader of my Xperia Z C6602?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] dieukep:
Please for me twrp sony c6603.thank
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Team hammer:
xperia z

if i root my xperia z wen i get it next week will i still be able to get the updates of sony for jb 4.2.2 and will i lose the sony bravia thing of the phone.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] smooth_gl:
Yes, you can always flash the new update. No, you don't lose "the bravia thing"
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
Now he sent Recovery！
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] kancherlapraneeth:
keep up the good work :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] GSeeker:
Dear DooMLoRD, is there any way to ROOT the Z whithout unlocking bootloader? I want to keep the warranty. Thanks!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] luaifarah:
It was already answered..

For god's sakes read previous posts
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
You sure? You lost it upon unlocking on the latest previous device (Xperia T). Would be cool if it didn't get lost.

And just to clear up, I don't really miss it on my unlocked T but I'm still somewhat annoyed when I see/read other peoples raving about it :p
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Team hammer:
xperia z

why i asked about the bravia and the updates is because i read it sumwhere that you lose them things if you unlock boot and root. ill try and find it again and post it up here. It mite have been on the sony site.

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This is from sony site...............Also note that there is no turning back once you have unlocked the boot loader. You will not be able to revert the device to a locked or original state if you unlock it. In addition, if you brick the device, it is your own responsibility. Note that you will not receive any official software upgrades if you unlock your device.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
all official updates will be converted into FTF files... similar to RUU files (HTC), or TAR.MD5 (Samsung)... which can be flashed on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices...

dont worry... unlocking bootloader hasnt stopped any of the users from 2011 to update to latest official software upgrade :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Team hammer:
xperia z

Thank you
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] sturmtruppler:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Thank you for great work!

Can I go back to 100% stock after unlocking (including Drm and bravia)? E.g. through "re-locking" or something like that?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
DRM keys will be wiped...

not too sure about BRAVIA engine...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
Relocking will most likely be possible as it is with most (if not all) recent Sony devices. However...

...as in you will never get them back. Never ever. Unlocking unrecoverably destroys the DRM keys.

If the Bravia Engine is lost on the Z upon unlocking (as it is on all other Sony devices) seems still to be up for discussion, as well - given it's lost - if it can be restored with a relock. This will be uncovered in the next couple hours as it seems to become available these hours (my provider got them in today...).
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] GSeeker:
You will not lose any Bravia thing after unlock the bootloader, i've unlocked my Xperia Z and the Bravia Engine 2 is still there.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] lordgoata:
Having been with Samsung for the past 2 years and now looking at the Xperia Z, can someone explain what losing the DRM keys will actually mean in reality ? ie. DRM keys for what ?

Thanks :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] m00moo:
Sounds good but are you 100% positive? The options may still be present but the actual BE2 may not function. Are images/videos looking as great as they were with BE2 for sure on?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

On previous Sony devices (as the T I own for example) this meant certain services stopped to work, such as:

The video app has the ability to download previews/covers for (generally known) movies you have in your library. Gracenote is behind this as a service, this function does not work without the DRM keys.

The same holds true for the walkman app, it can automatically tag, name and download a cover for your mp3's. This stopped to work upon unlocking.

Sony also bundles it's TrackID app for music recognition (Shazam, Soundhound, eeh?) with its devices. Now this app is available on the store and can be freely used on any device, before that it only worked on Sonys and only with DRM keys.

I always root and remove stuff like the following which I classify as "bloat", so I'm not a 100% positive here, but I believe it also is true:

Sony bundles some stores with its devices, it's own movie store, it's own music store and I also believe ebooks and stuff like that. I believe these also stop working after unlocking. As said, not a 100% positive.

My question exactly. The option is still there on my unlocked Xperia T, it does however not work at all anymore. It makes no difference what so ever to pictures or movies if I have it enabled or disabled.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] lordgoata:
Ah thanks, none of that will bother me, I don't really use my phone for music (have a Walkman MP3 anyway), and hardly use it for any video (watch on my tablet), but if I do I have separate apps already, so hopefully losing any of that won't be an issue for me.

Much appreciate the explanation :good:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] stanlin salu:
DooMLorD, you are really Awesome, I hope you will be getting a xperia Z:confused::D:p
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] martindesu:
Hmmm... prove it.

Indeed. Sounds like he's lying.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] GSeeker:
never knew this~ thanks. How do i know the BE2 work or not?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
@DooMLoRD

What time can you complete Recovery?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
Already have recovery ready... Waiting for testers...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] GSeeker:
I am willing to be a tester.:p
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
I am willing to be a tester.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DakiX:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Works without problems on 03 :D thanks
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Veloxin:
Will be able to test today, Today getting my retail Z phone.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
Marketing blah by Sony themselves yet ok to give you an idea what to look for: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLWSBD77N_o

Another marketing stund by Sony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B14Rle4s6tI

I once found a video of two identical devices side by side one with BE active the other one disabled, but I can't find it for now... Found it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlqBgi299is#t=50 :highfive:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] budalica:
root

Start working on locked bootloader root lol :p
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] redThd:
Rooting was no problem however market doesn't want to download apps now. Cleared data and restarted phone, no effect. Anyone having similar problems?

EDIT:

It appears the problem was due to me having signed out of google talk... now working again.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Sermpie:
Stock Kernel

Hey Doom.

Can you upload the stock kernel to?

many thnx :P
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
the insecure kernel (second one which gets flashed) is pure stock kernel with few changes in ramdisk...

if u want full stock firmware then i have an FTF which contains pure stock kernel which can be flashed via recovery...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Sermpie:
If you want to upload the FTF then i`m happy to.

I messed up my rom with root explorer so i need a clean install. ;)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
there are some full FTFs posted in general section....
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Sermpie:
I didnt noticed that.

I found a FTF and flashed it.

Everything is working fine.

Thnx :P
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] reyshen:
Hi DooMLoRD!

Root for Locked Bootloader? When will he be?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] BoneMo:
how does the testing go ?:highfive:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
slow, especially given that i dont have device with me to do rapid testing...

few iterations didnt work... but anyways... need not worry... CM10.1 is ready for this device and should be released soon... so recovery should come with it.. :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
Got the Z today. Having to pay for the unlock with the distinct Sony goodies, I'm still reluctant to unlock it, yet.

It's itching me though, not being able to restore data from my previous device. Hence temp or permanent root on locked bootloaders would give me a very nice, warm and cozy feeling :laugh:

I don't quite get it anway why manufacturers so quickly close exploits which are a) only good for rooting anyway, b) need prolonged physical access to the device and c) do not cause any harm otherwise. Why not leave us that little cookie to play with...? Hmpf... :rolleyes:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] auras76:
I am ready to test.thanks
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] huball:
You can backup and restore apps with data using Carbon, without root. The only difference on unrooted device is that you have to connect it to pc before backup. I did that and it worked.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

****!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] huball:
Well it worked on mine :)

Maybe someone from Clockworkmod could comment?

Maybe they mean backup, not restore functionality :p Didn't try to make a backup...

EDIT: One thing. It asks you to set it to PTP mode, and opens setings menu, but phone switch to MTP upon connection.

Just go to setting by yourself and change it to MSC. Works that way.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
Well I will find out, eventually. But first there's a full day of work ahead of me now.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
ok guys good news...

got recovery working on stock kernel :)

one of the users is doing some testing...

please send me p.m. if interested in testing...

once some testing is done... recovery on stock kernel will be posted here...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] apascual89:
Great work, this will be my first Sony device, is recovery always bundled with a kernel?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
For now yes... But we do have an alternate solution which we are working on...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
recovery released!

happy play!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] adamtan:
Carbon doesnt work on my XS either. wat a pain in the ass.

i keep having the desktop password problem.

I wonder if changing roms help
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Worked fine on my Z, what a joy.

Is the dev aware of that problem? Seeing how it works, did you maybe inadvertedly tap the keyboard and thus set a password for the archives backups?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] huball:
You can also use Holo Backup:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=36499906

or do it manualy:

http://www.thesuperusersguide.com/adb-backup--restore.html

:)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] adamtan:
thanks! i did the really long way

1) Flash CM10 in XS

2) Restore Titanium in XS

3) Backup in Carbon in XS

4) Transfer backup files to XZ and restore using carbon :rolleyes:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
Testing kernel ;)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
Good！

WIFI、GPS、GSM/WCDMA/HSPA+、Bluetooth.......ALL OK！
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
This is about the custom test kernel I sent you right?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
hmmm。
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] nintendolinky:
Hey DooMLoRD, I have come over from the N7100 forum, as I now have an Xperia Z, im not really clued up on Sony phones so after a bit of searching I thought it would be the best to ask you. Do you think there will be a way to root the Xperia Z with a bootloader unlock.

If i do unlock my bootloader (my service menu says I can), other than loosing DRM keys and the Bravia engine, what other negative effects will I have.

Sorry for the questions, im just not sure I can have a phone without root, thanks for any help.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Welcome to sony. All your questions are already answered on I believe the last two pages including side effects and stuff.

Mainly look for my posts, I think I'm the most prominent pusher of those discussion points.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] nintendolinky:
Yeah thanks mate, really want root, but dont want to unlock bootloader, argh cant decide.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Me neither, at the moment at least. Hold still, live with unblocked ads in apps and on websites for the time being, root shall find us in no time :p
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
Surprise...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] testnumero:
Nice !

Is it possible to add UV ?

Thank you.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] evoteam:
Excuse me.how to boot into bootloader ?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] jakobxxl:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2153261

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=38122433#post38122433

Open in the flashtool/x10flasher_lib folder the cmd.exe and type in:

adb reboot bootloader

Flashtool: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2162907
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] evoteam:
Thank you so much :) :good:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] VTR1000SP:
Hi all Xperia user ! just got my Xperia Z today i'm new to sony ph which i had previously owned was a x10 (only use less den a mth cos GB S***),

hope Dev able to release root tools without needs to unlock bootloader. with dust and water resistant function it will be too risky to unlock bootloader for them to have excuse to void warranty!

hate htc & sony (esp Sony for suing Geohot) for locking bootloader. always easy on the samsung smart phone. bought Xperia Z just for the 7.9mm slim profile, dust and water resistant Full HD, dun really know what else is good, can Xperia user share with me the Good point of Xperia ? tks !
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] PeZoII:
PLZ just say that there is somebody working on lockedboot rooting...
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] jimsey:
thanks Doomlord,

its more complicated than i'm used to having had samsung phones for 3 years, but i'm now rooted and can restore using titanium !

re-locking bootloader would be great sometime in the future, hopefully before i need a warranty repair !
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] tanoxxx:
+1

i wait it too :)

Thanks
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
Alternate Method using Recovery posted!

Since we now have Recovery fully working its a lot easier to root the device. I have made a simpler package for easier rooting and installing busybox.

find it in second post!

cheers!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Thaevil0ne:
Awesome work Doom, thanks to you we can make proper use of our devices! :)

Kind regards, Stefan.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Willyfxp:
Any news on us poor sods with carrier locked bootloader getting root?
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] ICDeadPpl:
As it depends on finding an exploit, it's kind of asking when you are going to sneeze next time.

You won't know when, until just a moment before! ;)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] benziii:
WUNDERBAR!!

Thanks to you amazing devs I have now gotten rid of my pesky navbar.

Removed everything so I can finally admire a fullsize wallpaper without any apps and whatnot.

Only sticking to a custom clock and "having my pie, and eating it too" (meaning pie controls):p

I have tossed u a thanks and will create a paypal tomorrow (have not had one i a trillion years), so I can make it rain on you :good::good:

So far not a single hiccup.

Btw c6603
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] robogo1982:
Wow, great work guys :)

Now only to find a way to unlock my un-unlockable bootloader :D
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
dude thank you for that VERY GENEROUS donation!

when u said "i can make it rain on you" i never expected such a heavy rain!!!!

once again thanks a lot for this!

now i probably will be able to afford the Xperia Z as you donation has bridged that gap, A LOT OF IT :)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] benziii:
Well the community are the big winners;)
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] schaggo:
AW: [ROOT] Xperia Z (C660x) for unlocked bootloaders ONLY! (RELEASED)

Very cool, thanks a ton, benziii!! Hardcore cool guy!
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] Kallb123:
+1

Awesome :D
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] mregls:
After successfully unlocking the bootloader on my XZ I now successfully Rooted my XZ. Thanks for the great instructions, help and advice.
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
FINALLY!!!!

got the Xperia Z (white) C6602!!!

huge thanks to all those who donated! thanks to your kind and very generous donations i was able to afford this device!

cheers!

regards,

DooMLoRD
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] xperiax10.awesome:
Congrats bro, btw wats the price in India !!

sent from Xperia Z
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] DooMLoRD:
it released at Rs 38,990/- but i got it for Rs 37,990/-

some details about that

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=38933205&postcount=588
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] yeeson:
Very Nice！:fingers-crossed:
[Xperia Z Original Android Development] benziii:
Nice!

Especially since you went for the same color :cool: