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[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
open /system/build.prop

Search for:

# NFC

ro.nfc.on.default=true

ro.nfc.se.sim.enable=true

ro.nfc.se.smx.enable=false

ro.nfc.icon.enable=false

Set ro.nfs.icon.enable to true. Reboot and you're done

That should be set to false to disable... but it doesn't anymore. I'll try to find what's turning it on now (it on previous models has always been the same thing to enable/disable).

Eh, no: it's the Recovery trigger. If you remove that you will remove recovery.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
There is a main seed and i see some people seeding as well (thanks for that!). Just be patient, the public trackers are a bit slow.

None of my files can be mirrored unless I 'release' a file from that restraint.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
Did not work. What should the permissions on the Build.prop be?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
Read my updated post, sorry discovered it isn't working as it did before.

'false' should turn it off, but it makes the icon turn bright white and not hide. Setting it to true shows it but then set to a grey-ish color...

*sigh*
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
hah... found it...

/system/etc/customization/settings/config.prop

set ro.nfc.icon.enable to false, make sure it is set to 'false' in /system/build.prop as well.

This will turn it off for sure, I just tested it :cowboy:
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
FANTASTIC!!!! :cool:

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If I feel the need to wipe my device, do I have to use the FTF in Flashtool after flashing the flashable ZIP in recovery or is the flashable recovery all I need to do to re-install the ROM?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
As long as you keep the same kernel, you can re-flash the ROM.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Strangeland16:
Since using this I have android OS caning my battery its used 65% of battery use and is my highest process with screen second. Any ideas ?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] cchant:
That's normal in most cases. Download better battery stats or something like that to monitor if there are any wakelocks
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Strangeland16:
Oh OK thanks never had that as highest before usually its my screen as I use my phone a lot
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] drup88:
[MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

If i simply just want the .402 firmware with my own single recovery of choice. Do i simply just not flash "'D650X_17.1.1.A.0.402_Stripped.ftf" via fastboot? And remove your devil utility?

update::

Im currently experiancing random

Unfortunately, the process android.process.acore has stopped"

"Unfortunately, Exchange Services has stopped"

I have a feeling this is due to me removing some bloatware that i thought was safe. Is this what you suspect?

Can you also mention if you need any other logs apart from /cache/recovery and /sdcard1/XZDualRecovery to troubleshoot issues?

Finally, TiBackup keeps reporting to me that the Ext SD card is not writable. Im fixing this by downloading apps from

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix

But why does this happen?

Thanks mate
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] ianhealy:
Hi [NUT],

My zxdr.prop file is corrupt, how do I go about fixing it? Rand the script again to see if that helped, but no
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] BULL3TPR00F:
This is a new security limitation that Google has introduced in KitKat (this is related to ALL KIT KAT ROMS, not just this one, most custom roms just have the file editted by default which is why you wouldnt need the app in that case to change it for you).
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
I got this error after I downgraded my firmware from 402 to 55 (so that I can use the Community Rootkit). I simply ignored it since I was going to upgrade back to 402 (using [NUT]'s files) after rooting. The error disappeared after I upgraded.

I also found the same issue reported by many users from various threads and devices.

I suggest that you try to go through the entire process again (flash the zip file in recovery and then the stripped FTF in Flashtool).

And root does not automatically resolve the SD card limitation imposed in KitKat. You still need to install a 3rd party app like SD Fix.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] drup88:
is there no way to permanently implement a fix into the room/firmware? maybe this can be answered by [MENTION=2784807]DooMLoRD[/MENTION] or [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

which error r u rendering to? sd card RW or the unexpected process stops?

All I want atm is a fresh. 402 firmware with a single recovery of twrp. certain mods and changes cannot be appliedbto a dual boot recovery, and since I only use twrp I find it unnecessary.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] BULL3TPR00F:
it is possible its simply one line that needs to be editted in the platform.xml file as far as i know. Custom ROMs already have this file editted which is why we do not need to sd fix app on custom roms, only stock uneditted ones with root.

However, once you run the app once and perform the changes, you dont need to do it ever again (unless you reflash the firmware)
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] drup88:
Well This should definitely be included as standard.

Thanks for the input I'll keep it in mind
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
The unexpected process stops.

You don't have to install dual recovery in order to install [NUT]'s files. You can also install a single TWRP recovery and then flash the zip file in TWRP, then the stripped FTF in Flashtool.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
Fix : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
The reason for me to not implement the sdcard fix is simple: I don't touch my roms, I root them, make sure you have recovery and that updating to the latest while keeping your files in tact (no wipe!) is done with ease.

From that point on, you can do whatever you wish to change or keep it as is, that is YOUR choice, not mine: it's your phone... Right?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] sierrarohan:
Jhakaas!! (Marathi for Fantastic!) :p

Successfully Downgraded, rooted, installed recoveries and then upgraded without a hitch!!:highfive:

Confirming that there are no FC's whatsoever and Root is working perfectly (System R/W too.)

Thanks A lot bro!

Just one question, Is it alright if I restore my system settings and apps from 'Backup and Restore' as they were backed up from my earlier .402 ROM?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
You should be able to restore, yes: the Sony backup & restore won't touch the system partition.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
I really appreciate that you keep the ROM as-is. It's stable and that's the way we like it... :cool:

PS: Does this flashing method we use unsure that we can update to the next update when it comes?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
[NUT] will usually provide the files again for the next update when it comes. But no, you cannot update via PC Companion when the next update comes, as you will lose root.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
I know I will loose root with PC Companion. I meant, now that we have root and recovery, it's just a case of patching up the latest releases and then flashing them?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
Yes, that's correct.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] drup88:
What exactly does the tft do? I'm assumed the zip is the the full OS and the tft was what gives the dual recovery.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
The stripped FTF doesn't give you dual recovery. Remember that you already must have recovery installed before you can even flash the zip file and then the stripped FTF? :silly:

Anyways, as far as I know (and I think [NUT] clarified this before), the stripped FTF will install the correct kernel without affecting system, apps and user data. That's why you have to power down the phone after the zip file, so that the kernel can be flashed.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Tiu Fiu:
D6543

[MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]

Should we expect to see your updates for the D6543 (the 1seg Digital TV version) which will be sold here in Brazil?

The Brazilian Z2 is expected to start selling here on next Tuesday, July 24th.

I've been thinking about buying it and I was just wondering if it will have your support as well as the D650x models.

Thanks for all your great work.

Best regards
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
One very short answer: yes.

:)

Just as I did with all previous model releases.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] :
Someone please tell Should i downgrade to do this process ?? coz some people here downgraded their firmware to do this process or its not necessary to downgrade from .402 ???
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] hush66:
You can try these other tools which don't require you to downgrade:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2786697

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2786650
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
[MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION],

Can I delete the clockworkmod folder containing the .hideandroidprogress file?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
If you never use cwm, then sure :)
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] ianhealy:
Hi [NUT],

Really small detail, but I'd like my signal to say 4G instead of LTE. Can I flash a stock European 402 ROM using this method? Or would your stripped file mess with it?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] vdanh:
HI,

Can I use "Z2-lockeddualrecovery2.7.125-BETA.installer.zip" instead of "XZDualRecovery 2.7.124 BETA"? Because I did not fount XZDualRecovery 2.7.124 BETA from Nut's website...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
I really wonder if it is a serious question, but, here it goes: a serious answer.

:rolleyes:
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] :
Thank You Very Much For This Wonderful Post.. Rooted After 2 days Downloading Due to low bandwith
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] vdanh:
Sorry... i am a nood. So just want to make sure :D

Thanks a lot...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] strommy1966:
followed all your instructions .. seem to be in a bootloop ? sony logo comes up ... then dissapears when using flashtoll what things should i have checked or not checked ? .. kernnel, baseband etc when i flash .. please help :crying::crying:

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not used flash tool before so wasn't sure if bootbundle or any of the other options like kernel, baseband should be checked or not ? can someone tell me what i need to check or not as the case maybe ... thanks
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] ahvipardik:
Do not change anything, just let it be as it is on default in flashtool.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] strommy1966:
oh no !!!! have i just messed my phone up ? i flashed the TWRP .. but i think i must of pressed the power button rather than pressing the volume down,(trouble with big fingers) before i could use the flashtool :eek::eek: now the Sony logo comes up and disappears repeatedly.. but the LED light is flashes red . have i bricked it ? any advice ? computer don't recognize that the phone is plugged in
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
turn off the phone and to the flashtool part - see if that works

PS: As far as I know, if your phone is locked you can't brick it...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] funky0308:
I'm 100% sure you screwed flashing stripped ftf (kernel) part.

Turn device off.

Flash stock 55/69 and start again.

This time, when recovery finish flashing ROM - TURN DEVICE OFF - (twrp home menu/restart/power off)

Now open flashtool, prepare stripped ftf and hit "flash"

Wait until flashtool said "connect your device"

- Now connect your device holding vol down -

Start your device and enjoy ?

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That's right - flasht everything is you are using stripped ftf from OP.

That's the whole purpose of stripped ftf.

If you are using full ftf, exclude wipes and leave only kernel and baseband files to flash.

Make sure (if you leaving everything intact) it's actually stripped ftf (it should be around 10MB or smaller.

If you flash full ftf you'll get stock system and your recovery and root will be gone.

OP is well written, just follow it and youll be fine...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] strommy1966:
Thanks guys .. what happened was , i flashed inTWRP all okay .. went back and powered phone off. but as i went to use flashtool i think i caught the power button as well as pressing volume down. so now phone stuck in a bootloop. Sony loge shows .. then goes away and led flashes red ... then Sony logo appears again, and so on . thats about all i seem to be able to do with the phone . would it be worth trying to flash .55 or .69 and see what happens ? :(
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
Post #76 which you quoted, advises that...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] strommy1966:
thank you to you ALL ! ! flashing .55 seems to of rescued the phone :D i shall have another go at doing the whole process of now rooting and doing the dual recovery again tonight ! this time i shall be more carefull not to catch the power button when holding the volume down . once again guys .. thanks for your help :highfive:
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] crazynewfie:
I'm new to the Z2 world I'm but coming from Rooted Samsung S3. I'm currently on rooted 17.1.A.255 firmware (using community rootkit). Just wondering why I should update to 17.1.1.A.0.402? If this is silly to ask please excuse me lol. Thanks
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] RedSkyRoad:
The new build addresses a lot of heating issues with previous builds...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] crazynewfie:
Cool. Thanks. Couple more questions.

1. When I flash this will it be like flashing a new rom where all my apps, setting etc will be gone or back to factory settings?

2. I guess this question depends on the first answer. In recovery is a full wipe required before flashing 402?

Thanks again for help
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
Follow the op guide and you will be done, keeping everything which is on your phone in tact.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] crazynewfie:
Thanks
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] crazynewfie:
Installed with no issues. Starting to get this lol.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] dokujaryu:
Not working on latest build! Any ideas? It keeps getting reset
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] jfxperias:
What want you do???
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] alinghi100:
I'd love to have stock .438 Firmware Deodexed and Rooted.. Is it possible or too work necessary? [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION]
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Haldi4803:
Waiting for 314 :P
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Alex_rac:
314 please :fingers-crossed:
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
With the rooting tools still able to root the latest rom, I'll skip releasing packages for 314.

To upgrade: grab an ftf, unselect all wipe options and flash it using flashtool. Then root again using the available rooting tools.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] francomur99:
Hi, I would like to root my Sony Xperia Z 2 purchased a week ago with Android version 4.4.2 , Model Number D6503, Build Number : 17.1.1.A.0.402 is it possible? please help me, I got some info from another web site regarding build numbers ecc ecc but I still bit confused....here is a part of the info:

"" Good news Sony Xperia Z2 owners, developers have managed to fully root the handset even if you have a locked bootloader. Credit goes to various devs over at XDA including DooMLoRD, norti and xsacha. Local root was achieved a few days ago, allowing users to back up their TA partition to retain DRM keys when unlocking the bootloader. However, the Xperia Z2 now has full root.

The exploit used to root the Xperia Z2 was patched in the latest Xperia Z2 firmware build (17.1.1.A.0.402), so it will only work with older firmware with build numbers 17.1.A.2.55 and 17.1.A.2.69. Support for rooting the Xperia Z2 Tablet is also expected very soon.

The last sentence worries me when it says .... it will only work with older firmware with Buil numbers 17.1######55 and 17.1######69

My Question is how can I root my Xperia Z2 ? is it that possible?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] :
its very simple method try this and follow the instructions :) happy rooting :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Because I have to prioritize the time I have between projects and my personal life as well as my business life got increasingly busy, I have decided this was the last package I have done for public release.

Anyone able and willing is invited to take over the magic wand of releasing these update packages. I will be working on expanding the toolkit used for it and will keep updating the DIY thread, working with who ever takes over to fix any issues in the ROM that might be caused by security issues. These will be implemented in XZDR as soon as a solution is found, so you will still see loads more from me, just no ROM packages.

The DIY thread: [DIY GUIDE] Create a personalized ROM yourself!

Ask any question on the process of creating these packages there.

I will be placing the files which I released under the Download tab on the DevDB bar, cleaning stuff from my private downloads server in the coming weeks. The last topics I did for the update packages will remain open but I will stop monitoring them as soon as the files have been put on the XDA file server.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Beetle84:
Hi, does anyone have a different download link? . When i click the supplied links, it redirects me to nuts xperia files page and i cant find the links there.
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] [NUT]:
Almost done uploading the files to the downloads tab. Just bare with me for a few hours... Xda upload system is slow...
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Beetle84:
Thank you!
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] Tusnal:
so there is not need to unlock bootloader in z2, it wont make any difference? (newbie question)
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] crazynewfie:
You don't need to unlock bootloader it if u want to install nuts recovery. If you want to install kernels or any roms that are not stock base, you will need to unlock bootloader. Make sure that your bootloader is unlockable. Mine is not so I'm stuck to stock base roms. Lots of info on here about this. Someone correct me if I'm wrong about any of this please
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] pride_kr:
Will this work on D6543 models?
[Xperia Z2 Android Development] jkyoho:
any chance to update this guide to 23.0.1.A.0.167 (4.4.4) ?
[Droid RAZR M General] Leraeniesh:
http://www.droid-life.com/2014/06/16/motorola-bootloader-unlock-razr-hd-towelroot/

Haven't tried this myself (already unlocked)

Supposedly this method will work on kitkat 4.4.2, and will allow the use of motopocalypse
[Droid RAZR M General] TheForceUnleashed:
I can confirm this.
[Droid RAZR M General] GnatGoSplat:
Yep, several of us confirmed it yesterday. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2783806

It was a glorious day for M owners!
[8125, K-JAM, P4300, MDA Vario General] entdiablo:
The top right corner icons (time/signal/sound) continue to be painted over by something...unsure what. I am running a fairly stock 8135, except for E10 and Pocket Breeze. I did a hard reset yesterday and the icons were visible...for a while, anyway.

Any ideas?
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] rkoforever90:
i was wondering if we leave alone the s pen feature , whether the newly launched galaxy tab s be a better option than the note 10.1 2014. ? in terms of screen , battery , performance etc.
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] ps000000:
I always prefer SuperAMOLED screen. (oversaturate color)

I think next Note Pro series will use SuperAMOLED display soon.

(CPU /RAM / GPU / Battery may be not much different) :silly:
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] BarryH_GEG:
People who "leave alone" S Pen probably shouldn't have bought a Note-series in the first place. ;)

As a consumption device? Yes. Its display alone makes it a better consumption device. As a productivity device? Highly doubtful because of the many S Pen-related features unique to the Note-series. It comes with a pretty cool keyboard accessory which will be intriguing to people but also (as of now) only comes in a 16GB version which is a fail with 4.4's external SD card limitations (for the unrooted).

The Tab S' aren't using S-801 (like the SGS5 they're patterned after) so it's highly likely their using the same h/w all Samsung's tablets starting with the N10.1-14 are using which mean S-800/Exynos 5420 (with HMP disabled) .That means outside whatever the display impacts it'll perform exactly the same as our device and the Pro's. Energy usage wise, AMOLED does better on blacks and LCD does better on whites. Our battery is larger at 8,220mAh vs. the Tab S' at 7,900mAh. For people that watch a lot of video the Tab S should last longer than the N10.1-14 with the opposite occuring on web browsing.

As for dimensions the Tab S is thinner and lighter. It's also bigger but you get a 1/2 inch more display area in the process. It has a lower PPI but it may not be PenTile so we'll have to see after it's reviewed how, outside being AMOLED, it holds up in comparison. I have a N3 and am constantly bouncing back-and-forth between its AMOLED display and my N10.1-14's LCD display. I'm fine with either.

Is it worth moving from a N10.1-14 to a Tab S? I guess that's an individual determination. I'd

never

give up S Pen so I have no interest in it. The 16GB limitation is also a turn-off. I do like everything else about it but wouldn't pay the difference on what I'd be able to sell my N10.1-14 for against it's purchase price for the display and other new features. To each their own. ;)
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] Itchiee:
Best Buy claims to have an exclusive 32gb edition for pre-order...

Samsung - Galaxy Tab S 10.5 - 32GB

I love my Note tablet and rarely use the pen!

Spec wise its a top android tablet, that you can also write on ;)

...Although I do want to check this new out.
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] elsamuraiguapo:
Well leaving out the S-pen seems to make the question of "which is better" kind of an obvious answer. But regardless if you already own the N10.1

it's definitely not worth the upgrade

. The specs are superior, but ever so slightly. And seriously what is with Samsung releasing a new line of tablets like every goddamn month? Weren't the Tab PROs supposed the be the flagship tablets of he first half of 2014? Now we have a summer line of flagships in the "S" line before we get the new Notes in the Fall? Not to mention the plethora of budget tablets they have too. This is starting to get ridiculous. Speaking of the Note though, that's the one you'll want to wait for if you're considering upgrading IMO. The next Note 4 phablet is rumored to have beastly specs (including the snapdragon 805) and since the Note version of the tablets are basically blown up versions of the phone, you can expect similar specs on those too.

If it's for a 2.7ghz SD805, 3-4gigs of RAM, a SuperAMOLED (possibly 4k?) display, and the small things like the charging port on the side, and the micro USB 3.0 port that our 2014 version is stupidly missing then it's worth the upgrade I guess.
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] BclingergFJ:
Do we detect...

Sent via my Note 8
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) General] Note10.1Dude:
S-pen is the reason we bought Notes. Otherwise the Tab Pro would have been the way to go, and the S is just a slicker version of that with a better screen.