yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] unexpected0ne:
Is this safe to back from 4.4 to 4.3 using TWRP backup? Im asking because I don't want any complications :)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] RHBH:
The S1 boot version for 4.3 and 4.4 is different.

I think it would be interesting if after you restore the backup to flash a FTF, excluding system and all wipes.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] unexpected0ne:
Well, I was thinking only about full restore from my TWRP backup which I made on 4.3 two weeks ago. So are you saying I will get bootloop?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] RHBH:
Probably not, but if you find your phone in a bootloop, just flash the 4.3 FTF excluding all wipes and system, this way you'll be sure that you really downgraded your phone.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] rjose2002:
Hello I have a C6906 and i get Error 1. Cannot open bundle. Flash operation canceled on Flashtools
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] gregbradley:
update your flashtool to latest version
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] noobz1:
May be you are using an older version or you might be using 64 bit flashtool on 32 bit OS or the other way (i had this problem once.. But mostly it gives path not found error in this case )
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mathews.subin:
YUP... that worked... thanks a ton.

1. flashed 14.3.A.0.681 ftf wiped everything.

2. flashed DoomKernel v11

3. Rooted with superSU 1.94
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
Search options missing

After upgrade, ig i go into serach options, I only have the very few items in the screenshot attached, while I had plenty more before?

Could please someone check?

For example I am missing drive and quick office, at least.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] 7sen:
Can I go to twrp and install doom kernel? Without issues??!?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] CM17X:
Hi all, guys.

I'm coming from HTC to the Sony Xperia Z1 world, and i am out of my comfort zone. Geez

I have a non bootloader/rooted device, all branded with my operator stuff and 4.2.2 Android version. I wan to take the ride and update it to 4.3 but i don'know where to start. For example, reading this guide it says i need a previous rooted version of some firmware and... well, i barely turn on my phone.

Is there a guide to Update your phone to 4.2 to 4.3 without root needed so far? I'll really aprecciate a sign. I have a C6906 model.

Thanks for your time.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] RHBH:
Hi Mr. and Welcome to the club!

I have some questions to you.

Is your bootloader unlockable? Is it locked or unlocked at the moment?

Are you interested on using custom ROMs/Kernels?

What is your current version (14.X.X.X.XXX)?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] CM17X:
Hey there! First of all, thank you SO MUCH for your reply. :)

Checking and reading some, yes, my bootloader is unlockable. It says on the Service info menu

I'm interested in usin stock roms first while i learn a lot more of this new world to me. That's why i want to update from 4.2.2 to 4.3 first. And yes, Root after succed.

My current version is (4.2.2) 14.1.G.2.257

Model: Xperia Z1 C6906

Thank you so much for your help.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] CM17X:
Thank you for the elaborate guide, i will help me a LOT.

I'll read all your recomendations and post back after some good reading :)

Thanks again!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mathews.subin:
Yes you can..... no issues
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] BlackSoulxxx:
I have some camera problem here in KK

After flashing NUT zip and kernel ftf, I cant capture any pic. Camera cant focuse and freeze while capture. Other camera app dont work too

I ALREADY flashing different stock KK rom and try lot of kernel but I cant make it work

Pls help

P/S: My Z1 is C6902 and UB
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mathews.subin:
Had the same problem... its fixed now!!!

Flash 14.3.A.0.681 FTF.

Flash DooMLord Kernel

Root your C6902

Camera should work.

If you need this rom...

Flash XZDR,

Flash system zip and then flash stripped FTF by NUT
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] BlackSoulxxx:
Tks. But option 2 ( Use NUT zip and stripped FTF ) dont work for me. Camera still not work properly. Even use DooMKernel v11 and XZDRKernel:(:(:(

Option 1 ( Use original FTF ) I'll try tomorrow:good::good::good:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] ZACQ8:
I am on Nut 14.2.A.1.136 version now, if I accept the OTA update for Kitkat from the phone any harm other than loose the Root??

I dont need root.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] BlackSoulxxx:
No, you will not harm ur device. Except root:D:D

Also some of the app that request root access will not work :p:p
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Flash full ftf, not my stripped version, boot it and test camera. Next fastboot flash the latest XZDRKernel from my downloads page for the Z1. Then flash the supersu update from Chainfire to root your device and flash the xzdrkernel again through recovery to install supporting tools. You can then restore your data partition backup in recovery.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meghanath reddy:
Unable to set contact image after rooting

Does any one facing this problem
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] timberwolf60:
It was worked in my Z1.

Send from my C6903 using TapatalkPro

my SG device: Z1 rooted 681 ROM by NUT with 2.7.101 xzdualrecovery, mod by GavityBox 3.0.1.

Samsung S2 sleeping mode.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] satvik7star:
What is the old download rom patch about on the first post?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] gregbradley:
If you were on a previous version of this rom you need to flash that as well when updating to this, but if you are coming from a clean install then there is no need
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] phamre:
when i try flash C6903_14.3.A.0.681_Stripped.ftf with flashtool i get ERROR - 1 \ Cannot open builde. Flash operation canceled ?? anyone so can help me?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] randymess:
You have to update Flashtool to latest version.. 15
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] phamre:
Tank you. i will try now
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] slayer2333:
Hi [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION], maybe a bit off-topic here but i was hoping to get the modem modules from your 6906 TFT to apply them on another Rom (trying Monx KK which is 6903). LTE is working well but i get a weaker signal reception and i was hoping to get an idea how to apply the modem drivers/modules from your TFT to get both of worlds.

BTW i have a 6906 LB.

Thank you in advance!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
I honestly don't know what files are required for that, if you can point me in the right direction I'll create a flashable zip for you and anyone who needs/wants them.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] slayer2333:
Thank you for your kind feedback [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION], looking over the net led me to this dude : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2607309

According to what he says, the file are located in the rom: modem.* (mdt, b00, b01...bxx), q6.* (mdt, b00, b01...) , tzapps.* and dsps_fluid.* and they can be copied into my own rom in /system/etc/firmware to change the firmware version.

But i'm not really sure that would be safe, i guess high chances for hard brick maybe.:o
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] LSD DREAMER:
Just a quick question. If I flash zip and tft form op wil that replace doom kernel 11 with stock kernel. I want to relock my bootloader.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Treatcon:
Yes it will. You will be back to stock.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] addicted2088:
Hey @Nut, I am a bit confused here: what exactly is that OLD DOWNLOAD ROM PATCH file? I downloaded and updated to KitKat on my C902 using the files you published just the day after the update hit the Xperia Z1. Is the ROM PATCH file a patch file with fixes etc. that I'm supposed to install on top of the KitKat FTFs I installed? Please let me know, thanks!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Yes sir, if you where one of the people who installed it at launch, you can perform this patch. But updating to the latest XZDualRecovery will do exactly the same though. The patch package was/is as a convenience package for anyone using my ROM package.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] ogunja:
Hello [MENTION=5201072]RHBH[/MENTION] and [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION] exited the update fix for Z1, check out this link: http://developer.sonymobile.com/dow...s/open-source-archive-for-build-14-3-a-0-757/

Hugs!!!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
yeah! ;)

[MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] is there a way to flsh this without loosing apps and data?

I mean, I know I can backup and restore with titanium, but I do not want to uninstall again all the apps I have already removed...
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
That's the first time I see a kernel released before the actual firmware :silly:

I need the/a FTF to create an update package guys... this release by Sony has nothing to do with a ROM, it's a kernel source package.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] ogunja:
Stranger even see a kernel released before the firmware file and be as long this way. 366MB
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] randymess:
Hi!! Good news guys!! [MENTION=2112104]auras76[/MENTION] got this present for us!!! [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

FTF Xperia Z1 C6903_14.3.A.0.757_EURO-LTE_Unbranded

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2687243
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mokuni:
Let's go nut let's go.!!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] fer2503:
We wait for your awesome magics [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] :D

ALL WE CAN MAKE A HOLA FOR [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

:victory:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Download is running, the wait is for me to get the time to build and test it :p

Somewhere tonight, for sure :good:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] funky0308:
Just wanna say that...

Don't unlock bootloader immediately...

Use your device for a few days/weeks and then decide.

I was always using UB and now I'm on LB and I'm extremely satisfied.

So...welcome and congrats for Sony device...

Even there's many users who aren't satisfied with Z1 (at least if we are talking about software) I'm sure you'll see all great things and features in/on Sony UI.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] SleemLDJ:
Euro LTE.

Beautiful
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Svid:
Kinda useless for C6902? Or it's ok?

Отправлено с моего C6902 через Tapatalk
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meetdaleet:
Today i released a translated version of my videoguide where i show our german community users how they can root their device with your "method" :D

English:

http://youtu.be/c4GAXBR5ZJc

For the German guys:

http://youtu.be/o2yvcowxVGk

Sorry for my bad english in the translated guide ^^

Regards

meet
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Work interfered with my plans, I have the emergency phone this week, so I had no time to work on it yet, hope to have an easy conversion and because of that hope to create and test tonight still... But it will be a late one :cowboy:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
NUT, please, in order to plan backups and other works on the phone, for those that already have your ROM, can you please confirm that any changes done on the phone (deleted apps with titanium, xposed modules, etc.) will be lost with your forthcoming version?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] juanpirulo:
I made allready one update from the 757 LTE nordic following your guide, Just one question NuT. How can i modified the updater script inside the meta-inf just to updated this line " this will update your Xperia Z1 to |");

ui_print("| FIRMWARE 14.2.A.1.136!"
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
If you modded your ROM on the system partition, you will have to do those modifications again and until you do you can expect FC's and other issues. Other then that my educated guess is that it will be a simple and straight forward update this time (not much has changed from the looks of the version number).

You can simply edit it by using 'nano'.

Open a terminal, then type:

cd ~/DYI_Guide/
nano updater/META-INF/com/google/android/updater-script

Nano is simple to use, it's commands are shown at the bottom of the page.

Then just edit the version number on the line you specified.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] nikc0069:
Is all the cool camera stuff like background defocus included in stock kitkat? And will xposed work on it?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
All I did was to unintall some system apps with titanium and apply some xposed modules.

For the xposed modules changes I can simply revert them before updating.

Not sure what is going to happen for the un installed apps.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
:d
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] CM17X:
Thank you for the welcome and the advice. Indeed and not planing to unlock my bootloader, TOO MUCH pain.

I'm coming from HTC devices (The One X) where it was mandatory to have UB to install custom roms, but in here there are some custom roms which works without unlock it, so, why bother? :D
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] abheshekk:
Hi Nut,

Can you please create a flashable from C6902 .757 india firmware

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7hR3gLMx07tRDc0TU03bDhYVU0/edit?pli=1

Thanks
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] alex_hk90:
Same problem here - did you find a solution?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] wacktout:
Updating was quick and easy, however experiencing camera problems now

Real quick and simple method to update and root.

But, after testing out the new creative effect camera function, I got a pop-up saying that my camera is unavailable due to high temperature, which had left all my camera apps and functionality useless, as they froze when trying to snap a picture.

I've tried to factory reset, and wipe the dalvik-cache. This has brought back functionality to the timeshift burst, AR effect, and info-eye apps. However, superior auto, creative effect, and manual still freeze up when snapping a picture, and I receive the same high temperature pop-up.

Any help is greatly appreciated.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mikerosas:
Slayer, how did you fix this?

I'm on 4.2.2 14.1.g.1.518 rooted with SuperSU

I downloaded Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.7.121-BETA.installer.zip

Ran it using option 1,

did the wipes, and when instaling zip C6906_kitkat.zip

TWRP turns the phone off while "copying to /system"

and boots up to 4.2.2 with no changes.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] hell_no:
downgrade into .136 (4.3)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Drockk_Xm:
suddenly my cwm not working help pls :crying:

ii lost my recovery......
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] jluiscc25:
hi,

i'm on a 14.2.A.1.136 stock version and non rooted, can i follow the video and upgrade my phone to the 4.4 rooted kitkat? or will damage my phone?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] nitefallz:
Any ideas if this is compatible with the Z1S?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Get an ftf for your current rom and give it a try.

I have no idea if it will work or end in a bootloop... Trial and error is the best I can advise you.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
Hey [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] any plan for preparing your version of 4.4.4?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Of course :)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
Thanks man, I trust you more than others, myself included ;)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] andyid:
Cant Wait for this update! ;)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] nalab1:
+1 on that!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
we were all hoping for the new rom today ;)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] gregbradley:
Why?

The new firmware is easily rootable.

Just update via flashtool, root and install dual recovery... The purpose of this rom was to easily get a rooted 757 rom, but its not essential now that 4.4.4 can be rooted so easilly
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] thegios:
But if I install with flashtool don't I loose all apps ans settings?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] gregbradley:
Back up with Titanium and restore them after,,,,
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Actually, that's not even required.

Just flash the FW FTF using flashtool but un-check the WIPE options. Boot your phone and wait for it to finish the update process. Then install XZDR using the latest version's option 3 (unrooted install), flash supersu's latest update zip in recovery and you're done :good:

I'm waiting with the release of 108 until I can muster a FTF for every model so I can do the work all at once (saves time).
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
108 now available for

C6902 - Global - Generis

C6906 - Canada - Generic2
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Thanks, downloading now :)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] nalab1:
Hi [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION]

Does this mean that the latest version of XZDR does the rooting for you, if you select Option 3 (unrooted install) ?

Regards,

Alan
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
No, it gains root to install recovery, you will need to flash root yourself or have the recoveries do it for you...
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
Hi all

Hoping someone can help with a question.

I am rooted and had dual recovery installed during a folder cleanup I deleted xzdr folders.

Now when I launch ndr utility it says unable to read xzdr.prop

How can I correct this? Reinstall dual recovery or other method

Thanks

Glen
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Just reboot and it should recreate the folder and xzdr.prop.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
Hi nut

Just rebooted and went into ndr utility again

It displayed as attached

Any ideas at all?

Can I just relax the 534 ftf file again and lose root and then reinstall dual recovery?

---------- Post added at 08:14 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:12 AM ----------

@nut

It won't attach screenshot showing error.

Same error as before
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Actually, I think your cleanup has nothing to do with it ... did you apply the KitKat sdcard permission fix?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
Hi Nutt

No I haven't as yet. But it was functioning fine until I deleted the folders

Is it worth a try? Where can I find the files?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
Search for the app on the play store, it's free.

-- Unrelated --

I have removed this thread's files from the server, use 757 if you want to go back to 4.4.3.

As a result I will be closing this topic soon.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] SpawnCube:
is there a way i can get xposed framework working?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] [NUT]:
So, yes... by reading what already has been said.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
Yes, but some Xperia modules may not work and even get you a bootloop. (Serajr's Xperia Xposed doesn't work and GEM Xperia Xposed force closes systemui) XBlast and others may work.

Use this: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51110150&postcount=9659
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] funky0308:
Anyone tried to flash 4.4 drectly from 534?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meetdaleet:
Kind Regards,

meet
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] funky0308:
Ohhh...sorry...somehow I haven't saw that (and I was looking for info...)

Tnx mate :)

Finally - it flashed right..

I had some problems with latest recovery (96) but I tried with 94 and directly from 534 and everything is OK now...
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Killer2k8:
I already flashed 4.4, can i downgrade to 534 by flashing your ftf file, root and then follow this instructions?

I understand that it will wipe all my data, but if i make a backup now from 4.4 i will be able to restore it to the rooted 4.4 with no problem.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] randymess:
I have this problem too. Sometimes clicking and ringing sounds from earspeaker instead bottom speaker.

Can you check this, [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] ??
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meetdaleet:
Read my post from 10:44AM ;) #106

It's possible.

I've done it with the .94 XZDualRecovery => not the latest one, cause i had some issues on flashing the flashable.zip with it.

Kind Regards

meet
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] azeez77:
Just flash stock update from pc companion repair and still have the same prob
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] randymess:
Ok, then it's a bug from Sony.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] azeez77:
Yeah looks like it Dammmmm you sony lol
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] allen_k:
wow that was fast :good:
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] oneheart:
camera not work on c6902 UB
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] :
There's some problems trying to install from latest recovery is causing recovery soft-reboot
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] -Happy Feet-:
Hello,

i have a problem. After flashing and boot i have seen that the Userapps don`t wiped so i go back to recovery and wiped all /system /data /cache and install the flashable zip again. After formatting and install System the Phone restarts and stuck at the Sony Logo. What can i do?

I´m on UB.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] funky0308:
Try again...

And use 94 recovery...

I had same problems as you (was using latest recovery - 96)

Now, I flashes directly from 534 without a single problem...

Finally....
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] s3ct0r:
I've tried restoring my TA Backup but still no luck with the camera focus or taking photos
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] -Happy Feet-:
where i find this Recovery for UB
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Yellow Monkey:
confirmed working from 14.2.A.1.136 using flashtool 15
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Stealthy Hunter:
Any Issues/problems you noticed..?

Like Camera , Volume buttons , heat , .......etc
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] omegahanggara:
Camera => Much better than 4.3 (I will upload the differences soon)

Bug => I'm looking for it, for now I found no one of them

Volume buttons => Well, it's just volume button, what do you expected from it?

Heat => No heat problem so far.

Battery => I'll make some stress test tonight, and see about battery life tomorrow :)
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Yellow Monkey:
not yet so far,besides xposed didnt work and cant use nandroid backup
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] mynameisjon:
Are you on a locked bl?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Yellow Monkey:
yes
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] skd:
Hi YellowMonkey,

Did you try Gravity (KK) 4.4 version with XPosed? 4.4 version should be different.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] infatality:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=51110150

:p
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] ogunja:
[MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION] can build a C6943 with firmware please!

Link: https://mega.co.nz/#!hYcHARZT!QAErph3Nh4GYklG-Lc4q13IUR_hcGuVnmeBwjGnZBnE
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meetdaleet:
XPosed beta 2.5 works fine.

Either the gravitybox KK 3.0 crashes when i hit volume button + launcher quits too.

Not that hard, just missing pie till gravitybox gets updated.

Regards,

Meet

sent with my ololol phone via TapaTalk Pro
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] songsong69:
hi ,friend ! are there any fixes for camera on UB device. :( now it doesnt work correctly and im going to back to 4.3 again :(
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] funky0308:
If anyone have problems with adaway or writing to system - flash superSU fix and you'll be fine...
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] Killer2k8:
[NUT] You are the man! It worked flawlessly, downgrade from 4.4 to your .534, rooted, installed dual recovery, backed up TA (in case of need some time), installed your .4.4 zip, flashed kernel from flashtool, restored previous 4.4 backup via pc companion. Everythin is just like it was only with root...bye bye ads!! Thank you!
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] SleemLDJ:
What's the volume button problem please?
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] randymess:
I can confirm this too.
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] meetdaleet:
What the hell -.-

Why aren't you flashing an Stock Rom (Generic FR) on UB ?!

There is an Adv. Stock kernel from DoomLorD with Full Root : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2632808

And there you go without camera issues etc. on UB.

Lets be patient with Dr. NUT ^^ Great work on releasing the option for LB that fast (withouth issues).

And this little error he will resolve very soon i think. Till this you can use the option with stock + doom kernel.

Regards

Meet
[Xperia Z1 Android Development] songsong69:
thanks very much, but how can i get Generic FR stock, i now have Commercial & Journalist, are they different