yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
this should also work on non C6833 Z Ultras. The. point is i only have the C6833 to test it and the tabz one doesnt need root to work while phils recovery also works for the Z Ultra.

so the TabZ Recovery Installer gives you only a temporary root on 4.4.4 and installs the recovery, which means after reboot the Root is gone (enugh for installing Recovery). so you need to Root it again permamently via the easy Root tool after rebooting and install SuperSU directly after it via Recovery, so that not every app can have root Acess whithout asking you.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
using this order all works perfectly.

update to 4.4.4

enable usb debugging

run easyroot bat

reboot

install supersu from play (and update binary when prompted)

run

ZU

Dual recovery installer bat (from same [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] dl page)

done.. easyroot and supersu (via play) before recovery is a neater option and then no supersu flash is required (plus you have supersu so can grant adb shell access when asked during the recovery flash). You then choose method 1 instead of 3 when flashing recovery ("already rooted with supersu" option instead of the "about to root with towelroot" option).

cheers..
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] [NUT]:
Or you install XZDR with option 3 in the installer menu and have [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION]'s latest SuperSU flashable ready on your sdcard/internal storage before you do. Then you can flash it the instant you enter recovery for the first time and be done with it :p
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
agreed, tested it right now. i`ll change my post, ty.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
changes done:

-removed old guide

-completly changed the steps for rooting (old one was working, but this one includes recoverys that are made for ZU)

-new steps are now described in a Video
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Obi-Wan:
Supersu 2.01 from market don't update su binary, after dual recovery I prefer flash the supersu update zip from recovery
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] adfurgerson:
[MENTION=5634813]Lightbird[/MENTION] I see there is a ZU-lockeddualrecovery2.7.141-BETA.installer.zip. Is this newer and should I use it instead of 2.7.128 ?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
you can try it, the .132 stucked in Towelroot, thats why you should use .128 instead. However if this one stucks in Towelroot, too and you want to have the newest Version you simply can flash the flashable.zip version after rooting whith the .128.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] adfurgerson:
[MENTION=5634813]Lightbird[/MENTION] just an update, I have a c6806 and on .128 it said unsupported when selecting make it rain. It worked fine with .141 though.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
thanks for the reply
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
[MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] is working on a new dual recovery version, 141 is missing philz. 132 is currently my preferred version https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0uD0ZLDjONjZ0dKck00OUdBdWM/edit?usp=docslist_api
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Flozzz05:
Please help me

Hello, I tryed to root my xperia z ultra with the tutorial maked by lightbird and towelroot tells me : your device is not already supported.

Please help me really want to root my ZU!:crying:

Salutations ;)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
dual recovery updated to 142 http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=53935287
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] jehdesai:
spent 10days to root and flash recovey ,your illustration helped ,cheers
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] zaxharu:
I cant run install bat file. Please see below error message. Did i.missed something?

Thanks in advance!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
This message appears if you didn`t extract the files bevore using the .bat file ^^. Try again after extracting the Files in a seperate folder :good:.

If this doesn`t work try to run this as an Administrator (rightklick - run as Admin) (maybe your permission settings block the script loading other files). If you cant run it directly run cmd as admin and navigate to it:

Cd.. = directory up

Cd (folder) = navigate into (folder)

Dir = shows the folders and files
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] chiwing927@yahoo.com.hk:
ZU-lockeddualrecovery2.7.145-BETA.installer.zip

successed
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
Confirmed that .145 is working, no bugs detected.

Changes to Guide done:

Upgraded Version to .145
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
Fyi - easyroot developer back from holidays. fixed v9 now available in easyroot thread (md5 mismatch etc fixed)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] me7710:
Thank you, can you share the link for download.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
link in post 1 http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=53448680
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] skywinds5012:
succeed with 145, thanks a lot!

stucked(30s~) when press 'make it rain', close wi-fi made it continued.

excellent job!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] flame99:
install.bat stops after selecting 3

i tried a lot of different things (admin user, stopping the firewall, even factory reset the phone) but after opting for "3" in the command window, the batch start a daemon and then posts "Waiting for Device, connect USB cable now". from the video i see that on the phone now there should be a pop up window asking for usb debugging confirmation - that one does not appear on my phone. i tried with different cables, but as i have access to the phone filesystem that's not the cause. so the batch waits and i can't proceed :(

please help case you have any idea on how to solve that one.

thx!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
Have you allowed usb debugging in dev options on the phone? (Tap "about phone" untill it unlocks the hidden settings menu)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] flame99:
forgot to mention... yes, usb debugging is on
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] xDragonZ:
anyone having camera issue few days later after rooting using this method?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
Try .128 instead http://nut.xperia-files.com/?dlid=WlUtbG9ja2VkZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjEyOC1CRVRBLmluc3RhbGxlci56aXA=
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] flame99:
thanks - but same issue with 128 ... can i provide any information in order to help identifying the reason?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
did you install the PC Companion? If no do it and take it out of autostart. As far as i know: this delivers some drivers that are needed for USB Debug.

yeah i know for Nexus 7 but maybe helpful fo you:

http://stackoverflow.com/questions/21274930/usb-debugging-not-working-adb-ignores-nexus-7
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
i don`t have any problems and i used this method since 2 days after release of .108. Sorry that you have some problems :(.

this may can fix your problem but also can may soft brick your device (didn`t try it and found this on the GPE-forum, so handle whith care):

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=52696903&postcount=23
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
@<a href="http://xdaforums.com/member.php?u=4904057" target="_blank">[NUT]</a> dual recovery updated : flashable and installer versions here (v147) http://nut.xperia-files.com<br/>
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] flame99:
:good: THANKS, having the Sony PC companion installed did the trick. Maybe this could be a valuable hint for the instructions in the first post.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
Installer isn`t working right on unrooted test device, keeping .146

Error:

Towelroot message not showing up

Device has no recoverys after reboot
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hassanmahmood:
Just wanted to let you know that this method no longer works - the installer doesn't include root - or at least, the root doesn't work.

I had to easy root first and then use the latest version of dual recovery.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] [NUT]:
Well, it could also be because Antivirus software blocked access to the used library. I'll be changing that for the next release.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
[NUT] can you please reupload and leave the .146 on your server or let me host that file? That one worked quite well on the Devices :).

Do you still have the file? Thanks ^^.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hassanmahmood:
I don't have an anti virus on my phone or computer.

It just didn't work.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] [NUT]:
I never keep old versions. Please give the 2.7.152 version a try.

Hmm... That's odd... Can you give the latest version a try?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
so a question: Can i please host a file that works whith the rooting progress, if you`re not keeping those? :D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
gave .153 a try, that one works :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] aundeadrockstar:
I can't seem to get 153 to work I keep getting

error: could not open libzxploit/system/bin/sh: /system/xbin/busybox: not found

Edit: after my 9th time trying diffrent stuff I got it to work
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] lashsars:
Worked perfectly on 6806 (North America)

Only difference I had:

1. I did not get the Towelroot "Make it Rain" splash screen on my phone; instead, my phone rebooted immediate once script was completed.

2. When it rebooted it went directly into TWRP. I turned off the phone and then rebooted it, as per your instructions, and everything went back on track. Thanks dude.﻿
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] neo-rs:
Thks

:good: thanks Lightbird this works fine!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] 3mL:
Thanks a bunch, .154 is working great through option #3 with downloading SuperSU from market!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] jnocomski:
Can anyone point me to the right direction how to root 14.4.A.0.108 with Unlocked BL? Thanks!:D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
install recovery is you don't have a custom one already (use [NUT]'s one as it disables RIC so allows r/w after reboot), boot into recovery, flash superSU bu chainfire
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] overkillbowlback:
Hi lightbird,i just want to ask, i've succesfilly rooted my z ultra using the method on your video however when i flashed the candykat rom, my phone wouldn't boot,it vibrates and thats all,do i need to unlock the bootloader?

---------- Post added at 04:34 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:28 AM ----------

I followed the video above and it worked the thing is when i flashed the candykat rom my z ultra would not boot,do i need to unlock the bl for me to flash a custom rom even after rooting and updating the binary?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
Yes you have to unlock the BL to flash a custom ROM. Back up the TA partition before unlocking or you will lose your DRM keys and the like (you need a intact TA and a locked BL for Sony service)

You will have to flash a FTF to get a working Stock ROM so you can backup the TA
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] landis90:
Thank you very much for this guide, really helpful.

I have performed everything and all went ok.

After i tried to install some apps like xposed module and busybox. After i have removed them and now i lost recovery. How did this happen?

Actually seems to be having root but in root explorer i am not able to mount r/w. Some problem is occurred...

Can i restore all via a repair in PC Companion and repeat all steps for rooting?

Could you help me?

Thanks
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] landis90:
I have reinstalled stock rom through PC Companion, and performed root again. After this i installed busybox but i lost recovery and the offline charging.

Anyone have this problem? What happen if the battery drains completely?:(:(
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Lightbird:
Please Stop flash busybox again if you use Towelroot, you will override the existing Busybox file (/sbin + /system/xbin) and a link to your Recoverys. This will result in Trouble.

Repair your Phone whith Flashtool or PC Companion, this should restore offline loading.

You can use the Busybox APK from the Play Store but don't tap on "install"
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] PlayFox:
Help, my Xperia didn't reboot and i can't access into recovery ! Why ?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
Who knows - you have give us sfa to go on to solve your issue.

Exactly what did you do to get in into this non-bootable state?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] PlayFox:
Sorry, i'm french so i'm not very good to speak english,

After I run Installer.bat, it shows success but my xperia didn't reboot !

If i reboot my phone and push Vol. up, it do nothing.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Dekklyn2323:
Need Help

I purchased an Emerson Tab and cant seem to root it.

Firmware Version

1.0.3

Android Version

4.4.4

Build Number

08.03.006.006.01

Model Number

EM749_748

I've watched the video and read the threads but I'm a little unsure if this will work because I have a different build number. Can anyone help me with this?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
I doubt anyone here would know how to root that device, but you could try towlroot
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] mrceo85:
Download ZU-lockeddualrecovery2.7.154 INSTALLER here, extract it and run Installer.bat.

unable to download anything from here!!
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] liquidaluminum:
I have a 64gb Sandisk Ultra SDXC card formatted in exFAT. I had been using the card in my NOTE 2 with no issues. I normally keep all of my movies, music, emulators, and ROMs on it so I can keep space free on my phone. This morning I got my phone setup the way that I wanted it and I decided to install the SD card into the new phone. Everything seemed to go okay, I got a message telling me that it was preparing the card, but after the message disappeared, the SD card was not recognized. There were no error messages regarding the card, it simply did not show any additional storage on the phone and all options regarding the card with exception to "Mount SD Card" and "Format SD Card" were not accessible.

I took ejected the card and formatted it to NTFS to see if that would make a difference and when I reinserted it into the (M8), it recognized it as a blank SD card that was not in the proper format. It prompted me to format the card while still installed in the device, which it did without error. After the format was complete I received the same "Preparing SD Card" message that I received before, but after the message disappeared, the card still didn't show up as additional storage.

Through a root browser I have the option to enter extSD, but nothing I put on the card is there. I then took the card back out, installed it into my Note 2 and it worked with no problems at all. Finally I ejected the card, reinstalled it in the (M8) again, it gives me the same prompt as before, but after the message disappears the additional storage does not show up and all options with exception to "Mount SD Card" and "Format SD Card" are inaccessible once again.

I have tried the fix found here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2700310 to no avail.

Does anyone have any ideas why this might be happening and is there any way that I can solve the problem?

Phone Info:

- HTC One (M8) 32gb

- Unlocked Bootloader

- Rooted Stock KitKat 4.4.2

- Jmz WP Removal Custom Kernel
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
If you have a USB card reader, try formatting the card as FAT32 with your computer.

I believe most cards come pre-formatted as FAT32 by default. I've always just put the cards in my Android devices without any formatting, and they work just fine.

Not sure why the device's default format didn't work, but possibly formatting on a computer will get it working.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] OMGMatrix:
It's possible that SD may be dying.

I had a 32gb card that a friend left with me to fill with movies/etc, but since I wasnt going to see them for a while, I decided to use it with my old LGOG. Not 3 days later, I get what you described, and now the card isnt even seen by Windows.

Even with formatting the card, it would work again for a few minutes, but as soon as I tried copying more than ~3 gigs, the card would go corrupt again.

SD cards dont last forever yo.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] liquidaluminum:
I just tried it out a few minutes ago. I don't know why, but it's working perfectly fine in Windows, a Note 2, S3, and an S5. I have no idea what's going on, but no matter what I try, nothing makes it work on this phone.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] liquidaluminum:
I was able to get the card formatted form exFAT to FAT32 and it looked like it was going to work, same with NTFS. I inserted it into the phone, waited for it to prepare the card and this time I got a message telling me that the SD Card was damaged, but I could format it in the phone. I followed the instructions, just as I had before, it went through it's thing, got to the part where it attempted to mount the card, appeared as though it was going to mount, and then nothing, just like with everything else. I have no idea what's going on.

I ran some tools on it and the card appears to be in good condition, so I have no idea what to do. I don't know if it's the phone, or if it is the card. I'm thinking about buying a 128gb card, but I'm afraid if I do, I'm going to find myself in the exact same position that I'm in now and out a lot of money to boot.

I'm loosing my mind with this thing.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Surely you must know someone that has a MicroSD card you can try. Trying another would pretty much eliminate the card as being the issue (and possibly the card tray or similar component on the phone). I have at least 2 "spare" MicroSD cards laying around.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] pixelsphotopro:
I had a similar problem few weeks ago and I did format my 64gb card with GUIFORMAT on my win 7 PC and since then no more problem. Here is the link: http://www.realmodscene.com/index.php?/topic/323-gui-format-fat32-drive-formatter/
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] liquidaluminum:
Thank you. I'll give it a shot right now.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] liquidaluminum:
You, sir, just won all my Internets. I don't know what it was about that app, but it worked like a champ the first time around. I don't get it either. I had used so many tools to get it to FAT32, but this one did the trick. I formatted the card, inserted it...was totally waiting for it to not work, and I noticed "Unmount SD Card". I read it and thought "hmmm, that's not right", lol. Then it dawned on me that it worked. Copying folders over to it now. Thanks so much, bud. I really owe you one.

-J
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] redpoint73:
Nice. I've heard that the native Windows formatting tool is not the best (although its always worked fine for me), so this might be one of those instances.
[AT&T HTC One (M8)] parthasd:
Thanks. I had the same problem with a brand new 128GB card with only this phone (HTC One E8 Dual). Until I found this. So far working like a charm. You ARE a star.:)
[Galaxy S5 Mini General] malybru:
Please Post All Questions In The Q&A Section.

They do not belong in the General Section.

If you are missing your threads, this is probably why.

They will be moved or closed depending on their material.

Per Rule 15
[General Topics] ilguncel:
Hi

I will visit Hongkong next week.I want to buy XDA ATOM.Where can i buy it cheapest.How much is it approximately.Pls help me.Thanks
[Huawei MediaPad, T-Mobile SpringBoard] Arpit K:
How do I update my MediaPad 7 Lite,model:S7-931u;running icecream sandwich 4.0.3 to Kitkat 4.4 by rooting the device.Or should I wait for the official update from huawei????????:confused::confused::confused:
[G2 Themes and Apps] hackarchive:
[YOUTUBE]_d2jgZX4bD4[/YOUTUBE]

I found this tutorial and decided to make a video of it for you.It would work only with snapdragon 800 devices running Kitkat 4.4+ and rooted.This won't work otherwise at the moment.Make sure you update to the latest play services and Google search apps.

-UTG(unleashthegoogle) http://goo.gl/NBAVzv

-Written guide http://goo.gl/K8ptgG
[G2 Themes and Apps] tabp0le:
I'm on ls980 works great! Thanks! I've been waiting so long for this feature!
[G2 Themes and Apps] tlxxxsracer:
Works fine with T-mobile 801
[G2 Themes and Apps] tedeha:
German language?
[G2 Themes and Apps] meccanikal:
Anyone get this working on cloudyfa's G3 port? I've tried installing the updated Google play services (5.0.88) but it won't install. I was able to get it to work on Mahdi's 6/28 ROM with no problem.
[G2 Themes and Apps] dubsflyt:
Word of warning this broke alarms for me. Just made them silently dismiss themselves.
[G2 Themes and Apps] vPro97:
I would be all over this if it worked from screen off
[G2 Themes and Apps] gigamchz:
Why can't I find these options?

I downloaded the apk files and ran UTG but I don't have the option to force close google search. It just shows me app info. What am I doing wrong?

EDIT: I finally got it to force close. had to go to Apps/All/Goggle and force close that way if anyone runs into the same issue.
[G2 Themes and Apps] aaroncal:
Seems like this would create a wake lock and cause battery drain
[G2 Themes and Apps] countryfolk07:
It did for me. Was the highest in my battery battery stats list using BBS.
[G2 Themes and Apps] poluyan_stas:
?Russian not working?
[G2 Themes and Apps] pippideniro:
works well for me on Eng Lang.;)
[G2 Themes and Apps] lilkamkam:
Has anyone tried this on the ATT version?
[G2 Themes and Apps] gypsy214:
I did everything you said but when I get here to say "OK Google 3 times it wont listen to the first one.
[G2 Themes and Apps] mgolder:
With it force activated via language change etc, the camera will not record video, saying 'unable to record video while in call'. Untick the option for every screen listening and the camera is able to record once again.

So seems like it always listening makes the camera think it is permanently in a phone call. Annoying.

Sorry if it's mentioned already.
[G2 Themes and Apps] mattybuk1:
Make sure to disable LG "On Screen Phone" if you use it :) That's what stopped it working on my G2 (International)
[G2 Themes and Apps] jcutter347:
Works perfectly on vs980 running cloudyfa g3 rom. Thank you!
[G2 Themes and Apps] gypsy214:
That's it thank you. I wonder why it disables the hotword?
[G2 Themes and Apps] tabp0le:
This actually broke my alarm too. It seems it breaks the alarm while screen off. The alarm will however go off, if the screen is on....wtf? Any ideas?
[G2 Themes and Apps] :
installed this on my Flex. now when i want to record a video it says cant record cause something else is using my audio.
[G2 Themes and Apps] trickinit:
I've noticed the same thing. I've almost been late to work the past few days from sleeping in. It's been driving me crazy!
[G2 Themes and Apps] tabp0le:
Lol! I have been late the past few days. Im going to try a different alarm app. Ill post my findings.
[G2 Themes and Apps] Sfkn2:
Basically, the always listening function makes the phone think that you're on a phone call. Thus, video recording does not work, and neither does the alarm.
[G2 Themes and Apps] Robshr:
just an fyi nova launcher now has this feature built in an it works great
[G2 Themes and Apps] hackarchive:
If this doesn't work for you,download and flash this in recovery and the option should appear in Google Now! http://bit.ly/1oORxKz
[G2 Themes and Apps] Swetnes:
Call me crazy but this seems to be standard with Google Now....since when I don't know, take a look at the following screen shots taken on my AT&T D800 stock, unrooted...start with settings in Google Now:
[G2 Themes and Apps] hackarchive:
dude you're in the US and the whole world isn't!
[G2 Themes and Apps] Swetnes:
Ok good point....I guess I'm crazy. [emoji14].
[G2 Themes and Apps] yoyonc:
Hi

Link is broken.

Could you post another link or mirror please ?

Regards
[G2 Themes and Apps] hackarchive:
search "bank gapps"you will find the file with OGE there.
[G2 Themes and Apps] makj88:
.

Thank you:good:
[G2 Themes and Apps] morgan2toi:
Thanks for this I'll try it
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaguaralani:
Hi there,

I'm looking for the stock KK N9005 Recovery.

Device

N9005

Stock rooted UK BTU XXUEND3 4.4.2 with Custom Chinglu Recovery.

Wanna revert to stock recovery to be able to receive the new OTA update via kies

Any help is highly appreciated.

Thanks.

Sent from my SM-N9005
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jdomadia:
Here u can find complete stock firmware for UK BTU

http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=28946
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaguaralani:
Thanks for the tip mate !, I already have it, just wanted an extracted recovery to flash.