yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] 180jacob:
trust me you don't know what you're missing out on, all the customization of a custom rom whilst sticking with stock. gravity box module is a must. pity I can't get it working on this version at the moment.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
Yep. Installed Xposed framework right away after getting root. Working good.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] 180jacob:
Thanks very much for checking, now I know its just me so time to try and try again until it works. Thanks again.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
No problems installing Xposed. Also installed and activated 1 module, just took a random from the list. Installed Advanced Power Menu+ and added "reboot" to my power button menu.

All works, no problems.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] 180jacob:
thanks very much for trying it out, clearly its a problem my end, think I will wipe everything and start again, should reduce the number of problems im having. Nice to see sony have made a bug free firmware for once, haven't seen that since 4.1ish. Thanks again
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] arohrmann:
I think, the more easyer way is this:

1. Backup your apps (eg. Titanium Backup) and with recovery as a full backup

2. copy dual-recovery-flashable-ZIP and su-ZIP on SD or SD card

3. go to flash mode and flash with Flashtool the latest full Firmware-ftf (all! of .283)

4. go to fastboot and flash image with boot/recovery in one boot.img

5. boot and go to recovery (hold Vol+ on reboot)

6. flash in recovery su-ZIP and dualrecovery-ZIP

7. go to flash mode and flash with Flashtool latest Kernel-ftf (.283)

8. reboot with ROOT and RECOVERY

Links to...

CWM boot.img

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2295694

.283 striped Kernel

https://mega.co.nz/#!RpwVUAiJ!NDbf_sMv33SMUGu71p16Mmq1Xpp8SzFJNGSIhgDm6hM

.283 full ftf (here NCB-Version)

https://mega.co.nz/#!mgFwEBbS!QKDDYIL0lf8tQnggwYD20SqELxKBQlTWcFSaOGryN5k

Have fun :)
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
actually it is not. To flash through fastboot. You have to mess with unlocking bootloader, which leads to DRM-partition being wiped.

So instead of doing it. You can install XZDualRecovery for locked bootloader and perform your steps.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] arohrmann:
No, I've never unlocked. With my brand new OnePlusOne I booted with " fastboot boot recovery.img ". Then I flashed su-ZIP from SD. Voila, OPO is rooted :).

After that I used flashy to flash recovery.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
Perhaps OnePlusOne got unlocked bootloader, like the Samsung devices. Sony got locked, just as the Nexus line, even though both Sony and Google show how to unlock.

So in the case of this thread, for a device with the bootloader locked as stock, your version is messier, since you need to unlock the bootloader. I don't know how it is when you unlock it on Sony, but on my Nexuses, unlocking bootloader = full wipe.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] arohrmann:
Yes, on Moto, Sony etc is the unlock procedure => fullwipe :(

Back to OPO:

Today I upgraded to R38, to get the new FW...

- I removed my custom ROM (recovery full wipe + system-wipe)

- switch tofastboot mode, and fastbooted the latest FW R38 img/bin/mbn's.

- reboot to full wiped OPO with R38 FW/system

So, on latest FW it worked to boot recovery over USB:

- I switched to fastboot mode

- with "fastboot boot recovery.img" I'm in recovery to flash su-ZIP from internal SD

- OPO is rooted :)
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
On Sony it is full wipe + DRM partition format. So you wan't be able to use some sony specific functions, unless you get root and backup DRM partition prior to bootloader unlock.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Cviko_M:
"Towelroot, nothing happens. The app does not open. If I manually install Towelroot and try to run it on 230, it tells me to connect to the internet first, which does not work."

Same here any solution?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Cviko_M:
Solved! Used EasyRootTool v12.3 and all went well.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] exlaval:
thanks for the help, i'll try to upgrade my sgp321 but i don't see in the posting a link to download the full rom, please help

i've seen links here and there but many times people refer to sony z without mentioning phone or tablet and it seems both the phone and the tablet have the same rom name however obviously you can't switch back and forth

please let me know where to download the full tablet z rom thanks again much appreciated
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] exlaval:
on the video, the unpluging and replugging indicate push on BACK - however the tablets do not have a BACK KEY, canyou pls help this 70 y.old noob trying to upgrade by telling me which key to press,

i think it is the VOLUME DOWN KEY IS THE EQUIVALENT TO THE BACK KEY ON THE PHONE, but i am not sure

please let me know

also if i understood this rite, first you flash with the FULL created package then you flash with ONLY THE SMALLER created bundle then you flash the superuser to root

or i flash with the downloaded kernel and then with the rootkit if i don't want to erase everything. is is correct.

sorry for being a pest, i would appreciate your help so much, so far my tablet tell me that i have an upgrade ready to install but it's the previous android, if i do install it will i automatically get the new version and will only need to root the tablet. if this is the case then i don't need to go thru all this correct.

again thanks for your help
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
I think 2 of my posts might help

But mainly. Flashmode = press volume down WHILE connecting the USB

If you already have 4.4.4 (283) and don't wanna wipe.

EDIT/

I just saw that your tablet say that you got an update.

For me, I installed the update(which was for 4.3.*), then the 4.4.4 update showed up, so I had to upgrade twice. Then I did the following

/End EDIT

1. Start the device in flashmode(press volume down while connecting the USB cable).

2. Flash 4.4.2 kernel.

3. Start device

4. Force towelroot(I did the supersu version)

5. Go back to flashmode.

6. Flash 4.4.4 kernel(283)

7. Boot device.. YaaaY, you got root.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] armanys:
wifi problem

I did it exactly as stated her - three times! - but the same problem: WiFi is not working (cannot turn on wifi).

Any idea?

...now I discovered that till step 21 wifi is ok, but after flashing the kernel and reboot the problem appears. Smth wrong with kernel? Should I use .250 instead?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] clytex:
Hello guys...

I have some questions I'm hoping you could help me with.

I have an Xperia Tablet Z (SGP321 model) with stock ROM (version 4.4.4, Build 10.5.1.A.0.283). I previously wanted to unlock my bootloader and flash a custom ROM, because the tablet has become rather slow since upgrading to this current stock release.

I've since found out (using the *#*#7378423#*#* method) that I can't unlock the bootloader on my device (Rooting Status -> Bootloader unlock not allowed), so I'll settle with just root access.

This is the part I'm unsure of:

Can I use the method described in this thread (without wipe) to root my device?

I wouldn't like to wipe my device, but in case I decide to so - can I use this method?

And just one other question: I've been unable to find a solution which enables to flash custom ROMs to Tablet Zs with "Bootloader unlock not allowed" status set. Is there such a solution?

Thanks ;)
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
yes, you can use method from this thread. Not bootloader unlock needed.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] clytex:
Thanks for the help.

How about the flashing of custom ROMs with locked bootloader? I do know that this is not quite the right thread for this question - but if someone could point me in the right direction I'd be very grateful.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Sean09:
Hi, just to confirm I understand correctly and that my assumptions are correct - I am currently running the latest 4.4.4 OTA not rooted with a locked bootloader (lost root after update). If I follow the above steps I can obtain root, not have to unlock the bootloader, and will have no issues doing the 5.0 OTA when it launches?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
That's how I did it., no unlock or anything needed.

When it comes to 5.0 OTA, Well, I had my 4.3 rooted, with no unlocking of bootloader etc, and I got the 4.4.4 OTA. My guess is that Sony won't check through our devices to see if we have a small binary called "su".

Though you never can be 100% sure when it comes to Sony, they are known to infect peoples computers with "rootkits" to spy on mp3 use and so, but my guess is still that it won't be any problem.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] zayaabby:
I'm having a hell of a time trying to get this recovery working...

I cannot install ANY ROM meant for this device. I dont know what the heck is going on.

I have the Xperia Z Tablet WiFi . The SGP311. When I try to install any ROM using TWRP I get the following error...

"This package is for "SGP311, SGP312, pollux_windy" devices; this is a "pollux""

Why the heck do I get this error. I am sure if I try to install a "pollux" ROM I will hose up my device since its meant for the LTE device correct?

Any suggestions or others see this before?

It almost seems like the recovery is the wrong version and thinks my device is a pollux and not a pollux_windy...

I ran that walkthrough for the lockeddualrecovery which went right though and flashed the recovery but it looks to have flashed the wrong version. Is there an updated one for this device?

This is where is got the dualrecovery from...

After your Tab have ROOT just go to :

http://nut.xperia-files.com/

Download TabZ-lockeddualrecovery2.x.x.x -BETA.installer.zip to your PC

unzip and run the install.bat (Windows) or install.sh (Linux).

Chose Superuser or SuperSU (in my case SuperSU)

Is there a way to fastboot flash the twrp recovery for this device?

Thanks!!
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Sean09:
It looks like it was answered previously here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51059199&postcount=4
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
you can't install custom firmwares with xzdualrecovery. You'll will get error.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] donthomaso:
10.5.1.A.0.292

hi, i have the 10.5.1.A.0.292 firmware and i cant find the kernel for it. can i export my own or is there a download link?

I solved it.. found the rom in flashtool.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Hearmeman:
Any overclock kernel for that firmware?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Essentrix:
Flasher

I'm have a Sony Xperia Z 4.4.4 on 10.5.1.A.0.283 in Australia

When I used the supplied xxx.203 kernel the tablet wouldn't reboot. I used PC companion to reflash stock 4.4.4 ROM.

Now I'm trying to use flashify as described; I select all, click the -> Button then Create but no bundles form. What am I missing?

Cheers

Update:

Problem solved. Was a glitch in the program. All working well now. Thanks for the guide through the maze... :)
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
no overclocked kernel for stock ROMs:(
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Aid777:
I've done this and it seemed to work, but when I start SuperSU Pro, and it asks to update the SU binary it fails (using 'normal' install) - just states that the installation failed. Help please

Edit, after a few reboots, message popped up quick, something like Superuser has restored something, still fails to install

Edit again, it worked this time, but not first time, after force towelroot it did not work, but then I (re)started the towel root app in android while using the 230 kernel and it worked. I used SuperSU 2.40 from the google store. However Avast is stating I have an infected file (towelroot), but I cannot delete it within Avast because the file cannot be located by Avast. So then I just ran a virus scan on the whole tablet, and the problem went.

I really don't like that new boot animation and sound, can anything be done about that? Are there any decent new root apps out there?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] clytex:
Hello guys,

I have a SGP321 device on 4.4.4 with 10.5.1.A.0.283 and I obtained root via the method from this thread.

A few days ago I received a system update for the 10.5.1.A.0.292. Can I just apply the OTA .292 update and maintain root or will that get me into trouble? :p

If not, does someone know the steps I need to take to upgrade to .292 from the .283+root version? Or is there a way just the remove the annoying "New system update available" notification?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
I updated with no problem, root was still there. It's just a minor update with some bugfixes.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] clytex:
Thanks man... I've just updated too - root is still here.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] IlD4nX:
Hi Guys, I notice some of you was able to update the S.O. to the latest 292?

Probably because of the different recovery (TWRP) it seems I can't do it via the update centre: is someone able to help me in this ?

Thanks!
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Teella:
Obviously this is an oddity, but this also happened to me. I have SGP312 coming from stock 4.4.4, locked bootloader.

I flashed Kernel 10.5.A.0.230 for SGP312 rebooted and forced towelroot.

Waited for device to reboot, checked that root was working then powered down.

Flashed Kernel 10.5.1.A.0.283 for SGP312

And now my wifi would not turn on. I tried re-flashing, installing DualRecovery and clearing caches. No luck. Finally did a factory reset and still no wifi.

So I unlocked the bootloader, which wiped everything. Rebooted to a clean tab and still no wifi.

So I installed CM12 from this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/xperia-tablet-z/orig-development/rom-cyanogenmod-12-t2995676

Wifi and everything is now working (except known CM12 issues, eg: GPS)

I was going to wait for the official Sony Lollipop release when ever that would have been, on well I'm there now :laugh:
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
I'm currently on [rooted] Android 4.4.2; SGP321 Build/10.5.A.0.230....any idea if I'll loose root with this OTA update '.292? (no idea why I have 4.4.2 & everyone else has 4.4.4:confused:)
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
From 4.4.2 you most likely loose root, and have to follow the instructions in this thread to get it back.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] sk1887:
This should go on OP

Downgrading kernel makes device lose wifi ability.

This program downloads necessary parts that towelroot downloads usually.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
What device used and what fw were you on before doing Easy Root Tool?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] sk1887:
The device I used is sgp311 (xperia tablet z wifi only version). I had this firmware before 10.5.1.A.0.283

I downgraded with flash tool to Kernel version 230,

I used easy root tool.

It succeded.

Since Wi-FI wasn't working, I reflashed with flash tool the correct kernel for the firmware.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
All done after getting OTA update a few days ago for the 10.5.1.A.292 (UK), but was only 133Mb, though the fw wouldn't install as (I guess because) it was still on 4.4.2 as shown on my earlier post #90 The update would go to install it and ask to reboot & go to this screen then reboot again but show fail when reloaded. . Anyways, did the proprietry upgrade to 4.4.4; 10.5.1.A.292 (using Sony PCC) and had the rootable fw 10.5.A.0.230 in a backup from last year, IF ANYONE NEEDS THIS *230ftf I CAN UPLOAD IT TO MEGA, FOR ALL, as it's not available anymore from Flashtool & I didn't understand the kernel.bin file flashing that was provided here.

EDIT; must be my Linux box saves the file extension as .bin
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
it's not kernel.bin, it's kernel.ftf which flashtool can flash easily.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
It may be, but the file extension is .bin (EDIT; My Linux box must change it on saving) which caused my confusion.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Tomsgt:
Hey I made this video on the root process you do in this thread you can add it to the OP if you think it will help others figure this out

How to Root the Sony Xperia Tablet Z on Android 4 4 4 Kitkat
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
Kinda nice, found kernel files made by me in your video. Good work! :good:
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
Kernel.ftf for SGP321 10.5.1.A.292 https://docs.google.com/file/d/0ByCssmFGnnHaMHhON3VMXzdLTlE/edit?usp=docslist_api
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] keil.:
hi,

thanks to all Members for helping other Members in this Thread.

I will update the OP if we get LP.

i´m busy ......
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] keil.:
PM:
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] K-NineHD:
Thanks a lot the steps I found a bit confusing but i got there in the end :) now i don't know how to install TWRP can somebody help me with that?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] iiigeorgievi:
Hi guys, my tablet has a build version of 10.5.1.A.0.92 can I flash back this kernel instead of the 10.5.1.A.0.83 ? Thanks.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] SickBeast:
Does this guide require an unlocked bootloader?
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
yes.

no.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] iiigeorgievi:
Hi, thanks, I have one more question, sir. Should I download only the "ONLY fotakernel_... and kernel_.." for my xxxx.92 version or I should download and flash the whole thing?

Because in the written guide it is shown to download all, but in the YouTube clips people have used only the kernel?

Thanks again.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] SickBeast:
Thanks very much op this worked perfectly for me! The video made it really simple and easy. Thanks!
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] Rootk1t:
only kernel is enough.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] NapalmDawn:
So I have a brand new SGP311 running 4.1.2 with a build number of 10.1.c.0.370. The system wants to update me to 10.4.1.b.0109.

Since I'm new to this tab and it's not rooted yet, should I try rooting now with my current build or take the update and THEN root? Also, for this tab, is the stock build going to be faster and snappier than roms or does the performance stay good in loading one of the roms here? I've come up from a sony tablet s to a sony xperia s to this xperia z. My previous sony tabs were rooted but not running any roms.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
Sounds very familiar to how I got to Z series....The updates will keep coming until the latest 1 as shown in this thread. (well, it did for me!!!) Updated a couple of times then followed the instructions ....just had a lot of faffing around as I didn't save the ftf files each time because one of them comes in handy here...anyways everything's laid out @ the beginning of thread.

Never use custom ROMs, can't comment!
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] NapalmDawn:
So I can allow it to take all the OTAs available and then start rooting it? I know some tabs have only certain builds that are rootable and sometimes you have to step down to them.
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] ecksdeeay:
It may have been my phone XZR which had all the updates come to think of it as it was new, you'll have to use the dedicated thread to ask for questions relating to your version of firmware!!
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] vybztymz:
Lost Root after installing CM12 Nightly.....

Hi All,

Apologies in advance if an answer has been posted to this problem:

I have rooted and unlocked the boot loader of my SGP321 (WiFi/LTE).

But everytime I install CM12 (flash zip via TWRP), I lose Root......and as far as I can see, there's no way back from that, bar a complete re-install of stock (KK444)

Really frustrated as have wanted to flash CM and get rid of the Sonly bloatware (example: of 2gb internal memory, the stock firmware leaves only c.500mb free....thats just plain ridiculous. Compared to CM12 which leaves 1.7

GIGS

free.

Any and all help appreciated
[Xperia Tablet Z Android Development] AsgardCurse:
That seems a bit odd in my opinion.

Ain't Cyanogen Mod rooted by default?

Anyways. The problem isn't with the stock rooting, it's with CM12. I think you have better chance of getting help on their forums.

However. It might be as easy as just flash some CM12 root zip or perhaps just install SuperSU from play.
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Jamal_RS:
Android 4.4.3

D5322_19.1.1.C.0.56_Customized MEA.ftf

MOD EDIT [MENTION=3843529]gregbradley[/MENTION]

Please re-upload to another download site that does not require a redirect to a commercial site.

Please check your PMs

Thread closed until this is fixed
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] dropdan:
What's new in this new firmware?
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] mujju85:
is it safe to flash this ftf on indian device
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Jamal_RS:
Yes

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Sent by PHone
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] chauhanjayc:
Its 4.4.3 or 4.4.2?

Coz leaked screen shot by Ben said it shod b 4.4.3
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] mujju85:
It's 4.4.3 or 4.4.4 Sony support page showing it's 4.4.4
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Jamal_RS:
I don't know what's the android version of new fw, if anyone flash it clear us!

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Sent by PHone
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] dropdan:
It's 4.4.3

Daniel Coelho - Xperia T2 Ultra Dual
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] chauhanjayc:
Can any one give user experience change log not official
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] wouldxx:
How to root in 4.4.3

How to root android 4.4.3 firmware on 19.1.1.c.0.56

I tried using the easy root method that works in 4.4.2 but this is no more than creat vm (loljavasucks) someone already managed to root this version. :crying::crying::crying:

sorry for my bad english :D:D:D
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] lexrios:
Really like to know if someone knows how to root the 4.4.3
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] abcdjdj:
If none of the previous methods are working, then the best would be to wait for the kernel sources. The system write protection can be easily disabled while building the kernel from source.
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] wouldxx:
I can downgrade back to 4.4.2 if yes how
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Jamal_RS:
for rooting 4.4.3 fw try this method:

1. flash 4.4.2 stock kernel

2. root by Easyroot tool

3. flash 4.4.3 stock kernel

4. install latest version of SuperSU
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Chena_22:
Download the 4.4.2 firmware and flash it using flashtool...
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] falconhossam1:
sony site

why in sony site firmware num is 4.4.4

and this firmware is 4.4.3

any one know when the next update

and if i dont upgrade to this firmware

can i get the the next updates !!

sorry for bad eng
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] chauhanjayc:
Well accepting update dont ban u from future updates

Aside sony knows why its 4.4.3 instead 4.4.4
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] wouldxx:
you tested ?? works ... I do not want to erase everything now without knowing if it works
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Ashwin Prabhunerurkar:
the update is amazing

a lot better ram management

but u wont notice it if you flash the old kernel

so either stay back on the old update or enjoy new update with new kernel

no need to erase anything
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] wouldxx:
I updated I wonder if the root method Jamal_RS mentioned above works
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] Andrey Piekas:
it worked, thanks

but

3.5 Install recovery

4. Flash Supersu on Recovery
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] max.kaushik:
Need Help

I have 4.4.2 rooted.

can i directly flash 4.4.3 stock kernel and i will have rooted 4.4.3??

Please tell i am a noob.

Also can u please tell step by step how to flash using flashtool.

i have downloaded firmware of 4.4.3 from xperifirm.

how to only flash kernel using the downloaded firmware??

Please tell.

i am a noob.
[Sony Xperia T2 Ultra] max.kaushik:
please help

Hey

I have upgraded to 4.4.3 and naturally lost root.

Now where will i find stock kernels of both 4.4.2 and 4.4.3 and how to flash them.

Please give step by step directions coz many like me have this problem.

Thanx in advance