yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Cross-Device General] sswagonman:
That's a valid point what is going to happen when lollipop is out and people upgrade. Will this stop working. Big risk still I think
[Sony Cross-Device General] uchechris:
Those with the Z1 compact, can someone tell how i can keep this mod when installing a different rom? I recalled that the final OP steps stated that you can install your

favorite rom

and then install the mod BUT once I got everything done correctly, I tried to install the EVO 9 Rom or Dstriker Z1 Kai Rom for the compact and then the mod and I got stuck on the SONY Logo Bootloop which isn't cute......I know how to apply the mod since I got it to work with the older FTF it mention on the OP, but installing my favorite Rom, i can not get the phone to boot :crying:, appreciate the feedback! Also in case ppl are wondering which rom i was trying to install, I was trying to install either two of these Roms:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2743177

http://xdaforums.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/development/rom-dstrikerz1-kai-rom-4-5-t2980761
[Sony Cross-Device General] mattdm:
This did not work on my Z3 Compact (D5803). Followed instructions exactly.
[Sony Cross-Device General] hedgie123:
try this, mine worked with this method:

Quote:

Originally Posted by boolee

1.Flash ftf file "23.0.1.A.5.77" by Flashtool. - Wipe appslog, cache, data - and reset customizations

2.Relock bootloader by Flashtool.

3.Flash ftf file "23.0.1.A.5.77" by Flashtool AGAIN. - Wipe appslog, cache, data

4.Unlock bootloader by Flashtool.

5.Flash boot.img "AndroPlusKernel v12" by Fastboot.

6.Install DRM restore zip by TWRP.

7.reboot.
[Sony Cross-Device General] sswagonman:
Still waiting for more people to do this with the d6653 and wondering how this is going to work once we get lollipop
[Sony Cross-Device General] android404:
It can't be a good idea to rely solely on this mod and root if you wouldn't without it. I'm still convinced there will be a way to root on locked bl and to actually keep your keys instead of "emulating" their functions.
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Not working on Xperia Z3 Dual.. Tried every possible combination..

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Hi, what exact steps did you follow buddy. Its not working on my Z3 dual.
[Sony Cross-Device General] gjhwssg:
follow boolee (#348 )
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Tried that method buddy. Did you ever booted it in between all the steps? If not, how did you installed the restoration patch?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Moist:
I don't have any experience installing this patch yet, but I assume that you have to flash it in a recovery in order for it to work and not "unzip" like you might install something on a normal computer.
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
I installed it using TWRP, the thing is you have to restart the device once to copy it to the internal memory of the phone.
[Sony Cross-Device General] Moist:
Won't it already be "copied" when you flash it?
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
You need to copy it to the internal memory, only then you can flash it via TWRP.
[Sony Cross-Device General] Moist:
I have flashed files before from an external sd. Also, putting your files on the internal doesn't necessarily mean they get wiped.

In my understanding(very limited) flashing does not touch the file system where personal files normally go. This includes "factory reset" from my experience. It only changes the os stuff and not the "non -os" stuff.

I do stand under correction here because I have never really done much with Sony, but that was my experience with Samsung.

Your files should be fine in the" downloads" folder.

Maybe this is where you might have gone wrong. But anyone feel free to elaborate further or correct me where I am wrong as I understand I might be! [emoji2]
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
How did I miss that, I'll try again..
[Sony Cross-Device General] Moist:
Awesome! I hope you come right! Let us know!
[Sony Cross-Device General] gjhwssg:
I didn't boot it.You can copy the path to sdcard .
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Confirmed!!! Working on Xperia Z3 dual...

Thanks guys...

Xperia Z2 Low Light Image

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Xperia Z3 Dual Low Light Image

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Yep, got it buddy.. All done.. Thanks!!
[Sony Cross-Device General] mattdm:
That is exactly what I did, to the letter.
[Sony Cross-Device General] androidvivek:
Link Request

will anybody please provide me a working link of "XPERIA Z2 FIRMWARE WITH TA PARTITION"

thanks in advance.
[Sony Cross-Device General] _mysiak_:
Here you go :) Taiwan version confirmed to be working (second in the list). http://www.mrcrab.net/androidfirmware/D6503/Sony-Xperia-Z2-D6503.html
[Sony Cross-Device General] nolihowell:
Xperia Z3 D6603

does this work on xperia z3 d6603 23.0.1.A.5.77
[Sony Cross-Device General] vietvp:
What exactly steps did you do to make working on XZ3 dual? And what is your XZ3 dual version?
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Hi, these are the steps I followed.

1. Copy the restoration patch on to the memory card.

2. Flash the 23.0.F.1.74 firmware.

3. Relock the bootloader.

4. Flash the 23.0.F.1.74 firmware again.

5. Unlock the bootloader.

6. Flash any custom kernel with recovery.

7. Reboot the phone and immediately go to recovery (this step is important or you'll have to go through the process again).

8. Flash the restoration patch.

9. Reboot to system.

Important: Don't reboot to system in between any of the steps or you'll have to start from the beginning.
[Sony Cross-Device General] vietvp:
It's working now, Thanks so much.
[Sony Cross-Device General] spyvsspy:
wonder if this method will work on the newly released FXP Lollipop release for z3 compact :P
[Sony Cross-Device General] Papanik:
I believe this MOD needs Stock Kitkat ROM to work.. :(
[Sony Cross-Device General] boojay:
So essentially this mod is the near equivalent of getting a locked bootloader root exploit since apparently you can only flash stock roms on a rooted LB anyway? The only thing missing is the actual DRM keys which are needed for warranty purposes, but many of us don't need that anyway, just the features that were lost.
[Sony Cross-Device General] iFlasher:
Yes, but it seems that not all features you lost work with this patch (i.e PS4 Remote Play is not confirmed to work yet). And also is not secure that this patch still working on future Sony updates as Lollipop.
[Sony Cross-Device General] boojay:
Yes, those are my two concerns as well, although I imagine it "shouldn't" work on Lollipop and a new patch will have to be developed, but the question is: How long? And wouldn't it be weird for Remote Play to NOT work considering this feature has been ported and is working on other devices that are not the Xperia Z line?
[Sony Cross-Device General] iFlasher:
Yep, another concern is : "And What if Sony introduce some new cool features in Lollipop only for users with DRM?".

I think that the best solution is root with LB, but it seems to never happens. Maybe in Lollipop happen something, but who knows?
[Sony Cross-Device General] boojay:
I guess I can reverse that argument by pointing out all the cool existing features you're missing out on by not rooting right now ;D

But I understand your concern. I would hope that the new Lollipop patch restores those features as well, whenever that may be.
[Sony Cross-Device General] dem000n:
Anyone???
[Sony Cross-Device General] sswagonman:
Great idea and mod and hats off to the devs but definitely going to be interesting with lollipop when so many people have been having issues with even the apks due to the new way the files are located. On that note if it is updated for lollipop and there is still no root with locked boot loader I will be trying this
[Sony Cross-Device General] squall_20042001:
where to download xperia z1 14.3.A.0.757 ftf with TA partition firmware, i searched on google, but can't find anything about this
[Sony Cross-Device General] pojomojo:
yes it works
[Sony Cross-Device General] mattdm:
I booted into system when I tried; that must be why it didn't work. I have a problem though...after the first time I flash the ftf, I can't get it to relock the bootloader. It just hangs forever on "reading device information". The only way I can get it to relock the bootloader is if I unplug the phone, power it off, and plug it back in holding vol-down. BUT, to power the phone off, I first have to boot into system, which ruins the while process! Does anyone have this same issue, or know a way around it?

This makes me miss having a Samsung phone...
[Sony Cross-Device General] Masoud.Ser:
hi thanks for restore method

A question

After restoration DRM key in z3c

If flashed new rom(new f.w)(4.4.4 or 5) DRm keys is Still active?or no active?​
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Flash the firmware and disconnect it, don't start it. Connect it again and relock the bootloader. Disconnect it again, flash again and this time unlock the bootloader after flashing. The remaining steps are the same. Remember, you only have to power it on once, i.e. at the end.
[Sony Cross-Device General] mattdm:
But when it finishes flashing and I disconnect, it automatically reboots. How do I avoid that?
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Sorry dumb question but, i am considering unlocking my BL since this DRM patch is out and i am very tempted, has anyone had any success with D6603 and .77 firmware? Dont really care for the keys or anything other than camera algorithms, Thanks..
[Sony Cross-Device General] Moist:
Literally on the previous page...
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Sorry about that did not see it, thanks :) im gonna try it.
[Sony Cross-Device General] arjun.arora:
Well, this has never happened to me.. I really don't know buddy.. Normally it shouldn't restart on its own..
[Sony Cross-Device General] sachinmtk:
Works perfectly with my Xperia ZL. Even with .283 kernal. Just need to flash it via recovery. :svetius:
[Sony Cross-Device General] natibongo:
Is it compatible with aosp 5.0.2 lollipop?
[Sony Cross-Device General] iFlasher:
No, only stock.
[Sony Cross-Device General] Funkmasterchilla:
Hey guys could one ZIC d5503 user confirm noise reduction is working ? Doesn't seem to work here. Thx

Kitslim amg D5503 UB
[Sony Cross-Device General] D_JWhite:
If it's the case that the algorithms are still present in the kernel, surely one could decompile the stock kernel, find the algorithms and put them in an AOSP rom with the ported camera with this patch would still work on AOSP

I'm not a dev so don't know how feasible this is.
[Sony Cross-Device General] mila4me:
guys if i have a backup of my TA and i have aosp now

if i will flash stock 4.4.2 that relock via flashtool than my backup TA i will have all back or i have to flash this mod to make works all back again ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] uchechris:
Dude, i follow your steps and successfully got the mod to work! I notice that you using kit slim amy (evo 9) on your signature, can you tell me how you got the rom to flash successfully? After all the steps i follow, i try to install my favorite rom (kitslim) but I got in a boot loop(stuck on SONY logo) :crying:
[Sony Cross-Device General] Funkmasterchilla:
Hey dude ! I posted something post #291. That might help you bro. If not tell me.

Kitslim amg D5503 UB
[Sony Cross-Device General] uchechris:
Yea bro, you mention this: "You can now either flash your favourite rom, kernel and stuff and after that (ultimately) flash the DRM zip, or skip that, stick to the .757 firmware and flash the DRM zip."

I did that by flashing the Kitslim Rom and then flash the DRM zip but after that, I was stuck on SONY logo bootloop, the other method works but i don't wanna stick to the .757 firmware, I don't know what I'm doing wrong bro, You mention kernel, what you mean by that? You mind telling me how you got Kitslim to work with the DRM mod?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Funkmasterchilla:
OK, so you might wanna try installing unofficial doomkernel v22 by Omareinea just before flashing the ROM

Kitslim amg D5503 UB
[Sony Cross-Device General] uchechris:
Did you happen to have a link of the kernel by any chance?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Funkmasterchilla:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2743227

Kitslim amg D5503 UB
[Sony Cross-Device General] uchechris:
Appreciate bro, ill give it a try and let you know if it succeed
[Sony Cross-Device General] Funkmasterchilla:
You do that!

Kitslim amg D5503 UB
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
i tried this on my C6603 (xperia Z) with stock FTF and a .292 firmware called ultrapureXZ, I did exactly as the steps mentioned, i did relock/unlock BL aswell, Though i cannot tell if there is a difference, my camera is still quiet noisy, and Xreality makes such a small difference generally that i cannot say, but i would like to ask if this is normal, on my service tests --> security tab, this is what i have, does this mean its active? (cause i see two unknown errors)

I am trying to test this first on my Z cause if it works well i will move on to unlocking my Z3 (D6603) aswell.

Screen attached, any help is appreciated.

Thanks!
[Sony Cross-Device General] willumpie82:
mine (Z3c):

MARLIN = [unknown error][active]

CKB = [unknown error][active]

WIDEVINE = [unknown error][active]

HUK = blablabla [key ok][active]

PRODID_AID = 0004 [key ok][active] << different

opt_lock_config = 0101010101 [key ok][active] << different

OTP_lock_status = LOCKED [key ok][active]

AUTH_ENABLE = 07 [key ok][active] << different

DEVICE_IF = blablabla [key ok][active]
[Sony Cross-Device General] palamosteliaro:
No success on Z3 Compact. I tried 3 region firmwares, both combinations (relock, flash then relock) and with or without reboots in between.

Camera quality still the same, and checking on the security menu, DRMs show "unknown error"

This is great news, hope we will see support on Z3C soon!
[Sony Cross-Device General] iFlasher:
Is already reported that this work on Z3 compact. I can't confirm this yet because I don't have the device yet lol.
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Thanks for that feedback, is yours working? (do you see a noticable difference despite these errors)
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Not to certain if this helps but this is my Z3 (still locked) and this is how my DRMs look like compared to my Z with this hack, seems the first two or three keys seem to be the issue?.
[Sony Cross-Device General] willumpie82:
did any one upgrade to androplus v14 on z3c, can you just upgrade the boot.img or do you need to do the full process again?
[Sony Cross-Device General] jerflash:
It looks like the problem some people are is the ftf they are trying to use does not have the TA partition.

The USA ftf that i used to update my device does not have the partition but the one for germany does. Since they both have the LTE symbol you can use the German one without an issue.

I am still stock but i really want to try and see if this works. since the ftf have the FTF partition there really is nothing to lose huh? Let me know guys
[Sony Cross-Device General] vidge1111:
I have a z3 and followed the instructions leading up to the (.77) androplus v12 but somehow experienced bad battery drain.. I went ahead and re-flashed the stock kernel + twrp from monx and reflashed the drm function restore zip for good measure. Somehow everything seems to be ok, but don't take my word for it. You may end up starting from scratch.
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Thanks for the tip!! Im gonna try this and report back
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
I tried as mentioned above, a FW even with TA partition does the same, errors on marlin and WLMA keys and done as instructed, and still no change, camera is as noisy as it was and no BE2 and i have compared, i tried this with the stock kernel, 2 diff kernels, stock fw, modified stock fw, etc, all these combinations did not work for me unfortanetly. There is something else missing. Anyone got any ideas? Cannot get it running on my Z, thanks..
[Sony Cross-Device General] charliebigpot:
What if people start including some device/firmware info at the end of their posts? It's a jungle out here and without more info it's hard to know on which devices/firmware combinations this patch works and on which it doesn't.

It shouldn't be a lot of info either, just something like this at the end of the post:

Device: Z3c

Firmware: 23.0.1.A.5.77
[Sony Cross-Device General] Masoud.Ser:
work on my z3compact

How do you watch security menu for drm show?

You mean is security menu in *#*#7378423?

drm show See Status is in What part?
[Sony Cross-Device General] palamosteliaro:
Yes in that menu: Service Tests - Security

I have unknown error on all first three DRM mentions there.

People say its confirmed on z3 compact but i havent seen any proof. Someone posted pictures as proof from z3c and before - after was almost the same.

I also tried with a new custom rom for the z3c which includes this DRM patch and still no luck - the unknown error remains -> DRMs are not working.
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Its in service menu --> service tests --> security
[Sony Cross-Device General] Masoud.Ser:
hi How did you go to this section.?

please help thanks
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
I agree entirely, i found no difference on my unlocked Z which makes me sceptical to unlock my Z3 :/

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Hi its *#*#7378423#*#* --> service tests --> security
[Sony Cross-Device General] Masoud.Ser:
Yes, you have said is true

drm show is unknown error

but for i after flash patch xreality good work
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Oddly it does not work for me, i took before and after screenshots aswell as photos, movies, etc, there is no diff with extensive tests. And comparisons on my side, thanks for your feedback though, glad it works for you, just wish it did for me too :(

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Fyi to OP, i dont mean discrespect in any way, its great someone brought this idea to reality and some users got it working.. Its just seeming that it doesnt work for everyone. Those who have unlocked have lost nothing to try this, but those of us locked will just have to wait patiently till there is a solution i guess as this is not yet fullproof..
[Sony Cross-Device General] jerflash:
Ya after considering all of those I'm going to wait until there is a for sure method
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
I can confirm that this works on Xperia Z3 D6603, 23.0.1.A.5.77 Customized UK firmware and AndroPlusKernel v15 kernel. X-Reality and Super Vivid working, Camera noise gone.
[Sony Cross-Device General] nalpt:
a little help on Z / C6603

Sebi673 and other Z users,

I've gotten it to work in XZ, at least for x-reality and vivid in the album app: i clearly see the difference in png files. The noise reduction is a little better in superior auto, however I did not see dramatic differences like Sebi673 posted: what settings did you use for those remote control pics- manual?

I'm very curious because the noise reduction and camera improvement are my main concern, not Xreality or vivid

I'm on stock based Pure X Ultra V5.1

tks
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sebi673:
Pictures were taken on superior auto. However on last sony update the mode doesnt work as good as it used to. On superior auto i still get high graining but at least there are no ugly blue/purple pixels.

It also happens in manual when i use image stabilisation.
[Sony Cross-Device General] nolihowell:
Xperia Z3 D6603

does it work without relocking the bootloader just reflashing the kernel and the drm zip with a unlock bootloader already device. bcoz i need help the flashtool doesnt open anymore just start once on me im on windows.
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Could you please advise on how you got it working on pureXultra? Im using the same and no success.. Thanks

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Is the low lighting performance also better?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
Yeah it is, although there's much pink color on the picture when taking photos in total darkness, but I think it's supposed to be that way
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
I see the pink even on my locked one on certain dark spots so yes i think that is quiet normal. Would u perhaps mind posting a sample on low light? I just want to compare, if its not to much trouble, thanks for your feedback, means alot
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
Sure, no problem. Pictures taken in Superior Auto, or whatever it's called in English :D

The first one was taken in low light conditions and it's pretty bright (no flash used). The second one was taken in very low light conditions, and the third one was taken in pretty much total darkness. I also added in a sample of X-Reality, Super Vivid and Off.
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
Thanks alot for the samples, i can definitly see it is working, maybe the OP could use these to give users an idea? Just a thought, i compared it to my low light photos and saw the quality is spot on with my locked BL. Sorry one last Q, which ftf did you use if i may ask?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
I think I already mentioned which ftf I used. Anyway, I'm using 23.0.1.A.5.77 D6603 Customized UK, downloaded straight from Flashtool
[Sony Cross-Device General] marceldossantos91:
[MENTION=6280165]Sewpar[/MENTION] you are a GENIUS, your FW inspired me to try something on my older Z (C6603) as well, i went ahead and downloaded this firmware from the flashtool --> C6603_10.5.1.A.0.292_Customized_UK.ftf, i followed OP instructions with one exception, after i unlocked my BL, i instead also flashed my kernel first with fastboot to get my recovery back, then i did OTA with ultrapureXZ rom without any factory resets, then i rebooted and installed hodor kernel afterwards and then the DRM restore and once again rebooted, short enough after my rom boots with android upgrading, and boom, X reality works! i cannot give the camera credit its still quiet grainy but considering its no 20.7mp unlike the z3 its quiet possibly a HW limitation? but i definitely noticed X reality working in a heartbeat. [edit] noise reduction working, my flickering and green/purple pixels are gone, working 100%
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
Definitely not a genius, but it's great to hear that it's working for you ;)
[Sony Cross-Device General] Griffiths_Anna:
does this work on z3 d6653?
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
Yes, follow the OP instruction to flash it
[Sony Cross-Device General] Griffiths_Anna:
I have no guts to do that right know haha..

it's better for me to wait for the final version of this mod.. or at least the safest one
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
This is the safest one already LOL

Just the way to flash it are different only 0.0

OP has updated today for the way to let it work on z3
[Sony Cross-Device General] Griffiths_Anna:
I see, but there are some people who got an issue with the restoration. okay so it's safe, but currently doesn't work for every z3..
[Sony Cross-Device General] boojay:
Jim, are you able to clarify whether or not this mod restores all lost DRM functions, like PS4 Remote Play and some audio features, or is it just the ones you've listed in the OP, namely camera and screen related features?

Thanks!
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
As the latest update steps on OP to Z3 today, the mod are completely worked on Z3 :)

the PS4 remote play will need some time to research it was it linked to the DRM key or not :)

and what audio features are disabled? 0.0