yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia C] iSiddharth:
This will surely work for you : THIS LINK

Follow all the instructions other that that of Unlocking the Bootloader.

You will also need to install CWM : VISIT THIS

(works on all devices)

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I am not spamming, just trying to help
[Sony Xperia C] hiruko:
Only will work if your bootloader is unlockale.

Im from chile too , and i we have unlockables bootloaders ( sony official metod dont work for us )

so i think , we need to wait for a new version from framaroot or towelroot for root

Thanks in advance.
[Sony Xperia C] payapa:
Hi, just tried this on C3 late single Sim ver. I got my bootloader unlocked using Xperia c as base in the official Sony site, I installed the boot img. for the cwm provided here. But when I tried to boot to recovery all I get is the distorted Sony words then it goes straight to booting up.... Does that mean this method does not work on the single Sim ver.? Would appreciate it if someone can provide a rooting step for the single Sim ver. of Xperia C3.

Thanks :)
[Sony Xperia C] yenjansen:
How to Install Zip? I have done all the steps and I don't know how to install zip
[Sony Xperia C] lilbidS:
how to lock root

After unlocking root access using these steps.. How can I lock it again?? These steps worked perfectly for my sony xperia D 2533.. Though I'm getting the distorted Sony logo at start ( is it how it should be)? Thanks
[Sony Xperia C] payapa:
Oh it finally worked guys, I just keep on trying to reboot to recovery and it finally came through :Do now I just need to do my system back up!
[Sony Xperia C] 2126701:
led blue

hi,when i log off my phon and connect to pc , hold volume down ! my led color not chang !!!

my Bootloader unlock allowed is Yes:confused::confused:
[Sony Xperia C] lilbidS:
My phone didn't show the blue led either. The led was off. Just press blu on flash tool after connecting to pc. If you are un sure check the flash tool log after connecting to pc with holding volume down, it will say that phone has been connected in flash mode. If it says connected press BLU. Hope this helps.
[Sony Xperia C] 2126701:
ohhhh god!!!:crying::crying::crying:

my phon turn off for ever :crying::crying::crying:

why meeeee!!!?????

now what i doing??????
[Sony Xperia C] lilbidS:
I think you should reboot it. If I remember correctly you have to press and hold the power botton plus the volume down button until the phone vibrates three times or so. If it doesn't vibrate, your phone is probably dead for sure.
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Be sure..volume up or volume down..im confused
[Sony Xperia C] lilbidS:
For Xperia c3/c3 dual

Hard reset / factory reset

Warning: This will remove ALL data on the phone (but not the MicroSD card).

To perform a hard reset, or factory reset, then there are a number of methods to try:

1) Go to Settings - Accounts - Backup and reset - Factory data reset - Reset phone. It may ask for a password. Then select Erase everything.

If the phone is totally unresponsive, even after a reboot, then try the following methods.

2) While the phone is turned off, press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons together. Then, while holding these, press and release the Power button (keep holding the volume buttons). The phone should turn on and a menu will appear. Press the Volume down button to navigate to the Recovery option. Press the Volume Up to select (if that doesn't work, use the Power button to select). A yellow triangle and an Android logo will appear. Press the Volume Down and Volume Up button together and a recovery menu should appear. Use the Volume buttons to move to the Wipe data/Factory reset option and then press Power to select. Again, use the Volume Down key to choose Yes and press the Power button again to select.

3) While the phone is turned off, press and hold the Volume Down button. Then, while holding, press and release the Power button. A menu should appear. Use the Volume down key to go to Clear Storage. Use the Power button to select the option. Then when asked to confirm, press Volume Up for Yes.

4) While the phone is off, press and hold down Volume Up + Home + Power buttons at the same time. Then release the buttons when you see the Logo. Use the Volume Down button to go down and the Home or Power key to select. Choose the Wipe data/Factory reset option. Then Select Yes to delete all user data. Then choose to reboot the phone.

5) A final method is to enter the code into your phone's dialler: *2767*3855# This method will not give you an option to reverse the process, so be careful! This method will only work if you can boot into your phone.
[Sony Xperia C] jenny boga:
Xperia C3 dump request

Hello, sorry for this may be off-topic.

But can anyone (or has anyone already?) do a system dump for Xperia C3?

I want to have access to some stock ringtones but they are hidden in the ringtones folder when I use File Commander to browse.

I only see dumps done for the flagship Xperia Z series phones. Some of the ringtones on the C3 cannot be found on the Xperia Z/Z2/Z3.

I have a Xperia C3 (single sim) phone. It has not been rooted.

Missing ringtones on the Z phones: chimey phone, craft, digital phone, feel, flutey phone, ice sculptured, magnifico, move, ramp, rouge, thriller three, train.
[Sony Xperia C] chantaman1:
Hi, anyone found a method for root this device? D2533...

I can't unlock bootloader, so, there's an option for this?
[Sony Xperia C] Naphie:
Can you make a new thread on how to unlock the bootloader for Xperia C3 for those unit in which the root status Bootloader unlock is set to NO. thanks sir! :)
[Sony Xperia C] SOLRAC73:
I'm from Chile and i waste an entire day trying to get my Xperia C3 rooted, I tried all the ways that you guys post and no one works, any fresh ideas?

PS: "BOOTLOADER UNLOCK ALLOWED: NO"
[Sony Xperia C] MosheHC:
confirm rooted on d52.33

but i had a problem with sony logo on bootscreen, it look like kind of messy, is there any way to fix it?:(

btw, thanks a lot man:good::cool:
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
How do you unlock bootloader? I cant flash boot.bin n i was unlock
[Sony Xperia C] pao008:
Xperia C3 Screen Messed Up

Hi I tried rooting my Xperia C3 D2533 Android 4.4.2 with this method after installing the SuperSU when my phone restart my screen became messed up. Anyone encounter this problem?Need help to fix this? Thanks.
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Factory reset try
[Sony Xperia C] pao008:
I just tried it still screen is messed up .After I installed the SuperSU via philz touch 6 this happened. Should I uninstall philz touch 6? how? Any other fix? Thanks for the reply
[Sony Xperia C] pao008:
I fixed my problem. I used flashtool to restore to a stock firmware, But rooting is still unsuccessful :(
[Sony Xperia C] irbis1977:
works T2U-lockeddualrecovery2.8.1-RELEASE (installer, flashable), flash, and you receive the working recovery
[Sony Xperia C] danialbehzadi:
on windows? :confused:

How is this guide is on windows when The FlashTools ccan be installed on GNU/Linux and MacOS too?
[Sony Xperia C] eranga123:
Same here, then i tried it pressing camera key and then it worked :)

first connect with pressing camera key (first red and then green after blank )

then in flash tool click "BLU" button then it says "ok"

after that disconnect and reconnet holding volume up key then it will ask about unlock key

type or past it
[Sony Xperia C] ManishhMAXX:
hey bro is there any lollipop cm rom for c3 dual.. :crying:
[Sony Xperia C] sumitverma1:
Plz guys make custom rom and kernel for c3 dual
[Sony Xperia C] JustinSang:
Hey guy , I found some information about our C3 :

http://www.gizmobolt.com/2015/03/07/xperia-c3-running-android-5-0-lollipop-screenshots-leaked/

Hope it real :) !
[Sony Xperia C] zerohot:
hey guys

so finaly i Rooted my C3 but now the phone show some lag!

and the bad thing is keyboard its so laggy

any fix for this problem?!
[Sony Xperia C] namnttn:
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Please help me. after root--> phone is OK. but when boot one logo "SONY" is very big character show in top down screen. see very bad. ( pls, see img attach)

how to do remove it. please help me.
[Sony Xperia C] smartsyed1:
I've successfully rooted my C3 device :) thanks.

Only problem is sony logo is distorted at the bottom. Any way to fix it?
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Why i not successful unlock bootloader
[Sony Xperia C] Hargins2012:
Anyone tried to root c3 by flashtool which is the updated version. it supplys several methods to root. good luck with that.
[Sony Xperia C] cukaasha:
[MENTION=6051164]JustinSang[/MENTION]

I tried it on my C3, the unlocking method worked well but after I flashed the the CWM the screen went black shaddy like, the phone is actually working properly but the screen is not working or it is desplaying some weird black/grey lines where the UI is no longer visible.

Looked back at all methods and I 100% made sure that I was following the right steps but after installing CWM. Please do help me.

Thanks
[Sony Xperia C] JustinSang:
Oh guy , I think something wrong with your C3 . I think you should flash rom for your phone ( all data will be lost ) . You can find tutorial for Sony Device on Google !
[Sony Xperia C] khatri.rokr:
Worked great, rooted my C3, no lags,everything's working fine, except for 2 issues.

1.sony logo at startup is distorted.

2.Even when the phone is OFF , when connected to the charger, it turns itself ON.

Please help.
[Sony Xperia C] James L:
Xperia c Cwm

Same issues here. Flashed the cwm file on the first page. Rebooted and all that is seen is a vertical line..
[Sony Xperia C] Foster512:
Same Issues here. If you find a fix plz let everyone know, If I do I will also post on this thread.
[Sony Xperia C] pedrodavid83:
hey Inspired_cL

being Rude., ignorant or simply coming here, Being from Chile as I am....and answer like that to developers.....You make me fell Ashamed.

:mad:
[Sony Xperia C] allanmar:
Hello everyone, I'm from Argentina and I have the option Bootloader unlock allowed : No. There isn't a way to root without unlock bootloader yet?.
[Sony Xperia C] maduralakmal:
about rooting c3 dual (D2502)

I think this tutorial match with c3 single sim ( D2533) version only.I tried this one with my c3 dual ( D2502).I unlocked bootloader.and installed Cwm.then it show fully back on my screen.but phone work.I think this cwm is not compatible with D2502.do you have any different cwm? Or any other method to root my phone?:confused:
[Sony Xperia C] JustinSang:
Hi , This tutorial I made for C3 Dual , after a member tested it on C3 D2533 and it work ! But i don't understand fully back on your screen ?!
[Sony Xperia C] maduralakmal:
That means after installing Cwm,when I swith on the phone.it doesn't show even sony logo and fully back vertical lines on the screen.but phone power on with logging sound.but no any thing on display.only black lines.then I updated phone firmware again.

I tried 3 times with this Cwm.but I show same after installing Cwm. Why tis that it doesnt support with my phone.Is there anynone who did it to c3 dual ( D2502) successfully? Please help me.that's why I told this works only with D2533.
[Sony Xperia C] maxi65:
problem

I have tried the Cwm Recovery but it messed up my phone........

My sono Logo distorted and As a conclusion I would like to say that it is not a proper way to roott this phone. Thanx

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ThatS Cwm is of D2533 lte version so it will not work properly on D2502 model

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I have the same problem.......

A distorted sony logo...... And also not workingg properly with root,
[Sony Xperia C] xelaseer:
Roms

Great guide, I'm rooted now, thanks! Does anyone know of any custom roms available for the c3 yet? Particularly stock lollipop roms?
[Sony Xperia C] payapa:
Ok guys with the lollipop update, this root method doesn't work anymore once you update to lollipop. Any ideas how to root it now with lollipop?
[Sony Xperia C] exTALIA:
[Deleted]
[Sony Xperia C] Fergediento:
Hello everyone, any news for unlocked bootloaders?
[Sony Xperia C] RaiyanShishir:
Root

I've updated my Sony Xperia C3 Dual D2502 to Lollipop 5.0.2 and I can't root my phone using the method! Now can you please tell the method to root my Xperia C3 Dual ? :)
[Sony Xperia C] hazem.anis:
c3 lollipop root

PLEASE HELP c3 lollipop root
[Sony Xperia C] Aboo0oodA:
the same with me
[Sony Xperia C] vijaytechno21:
Root Xperia c3 dual on lollipop

I fixed my problem of rooting my xperia c3 dual d2502 by the help of prf creator. I create my prerooted firmware & flash it with cwm recovery..:)
[Sony Xperia C] tiencuong:
i rooted C3 D2502 on android 5.0, but no CWM :crying:
[Sony Xperia C] fernovaes:
How did you get?
[Sony Xperia C] naturalkeyboard:
hallo Mr. Justin

my C3 is on kitkat 4.4.2. build number 19.2.1.A.0.72 i've tried your guide for rooting.

but after installing cwm...the screen show corrupted display. only displaying lines.

i have to flash to stock ROM in order to get working normally again.

is my OS different than your's when you create this guide ?
[Sony Xperia C] vijaytechno21:
Yes bro there no cwm for xperia c3 dual on lollipop till now..
[Sony Xperia C] Let it go:
hi .... I followed the procedure but couldn't switch on my c3 in the last after using the flash feature .. now I just cant switch it on .. I then tried connecting the phone to pc and deleted the super su but it wont switch on ,, then I copied it back on phone but it still wont switch on . also before when I connected to laptop it was mentioned as xperia c3 but now my phone is mentioned as removable disk D .

Please help .

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Hi ... I am facing exactly the same problem .. can you help me please .. how did you resolved it ?

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HI ... I am facing exactly the same problem with the same phone .. please help .. how did you resolved it ?
[Sony Xperia C] omike123:
How to install cwm recovery on kitkat?

Can you help me install cwm recovery on KitKat?
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Bug camera on lollipop..picture to brighten white
[Sony Xperia C] vijaytechno21:
Check OP Bro u can find the method from there..
[Sony Xperia C] omike123:
Yeah! Sorry my mistake, OP says you need to unlock bootloader. What I am trying to find out is if there's a way to install a custom recovery on c3 without unlocking bootloader. Is there any alternative way to install it with locked bootloader.

Thanks...
[Sony Xperia C] nhkhanh068:
can u make a cwm for 5.0 rom like cwm for KK

how do u make for KK, boot.img

sry for my bad English, reply me if u dont understand
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Fixed camera bug with update 19.3.A.0.472
[Sony Xperia C] naturalkeyboard:
Dear all..

Just curious..why in my c3 with kitkat..when checking updates from settings-about phone-system updates,it's said already have latest update.

But sony already release lollipop.

Are this because i have unlocked bootloader?so the phone cannot detect new OS updates?
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
HI,

i have also rooted my xperia c3 and also unlocked bootloader long time back... but now as we all know the LOlipop update has came ... i m trying to update from pc but its not updating... so friends can you help me with this ??? waiting for reply
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Find with google n flash with flashtool
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Try this method as described here http://xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/74-sony-xperia-c3-d2533

5. how to relock your bootloader

a) download and install latest Flashtool from Google Drive, Ulozto or Mega

b) start Flashtool and click on BLU button on the top

c) turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button

d) just click on relock button and your bootloader is locked for now

After relocking bootloader OTA may show up when checking system update.If this method doesn't work then you have to download lollipop firmware manullay and flash it using flashtool.

Edit: Try this tool to download firmware http://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/pc-xperifirm-xperia-firmware-do
[Sony Xperia C] Frenzy_T:
stuck in recovery

After I install the UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.99r3, I pressed reboot system now, but the phone just kept getting into the recovery mode, please help me to get out of it. And everything that I used is from this thread :crying:
[Sony Xperia C] naturalkeyboard:
hi masdacheri,

what u mean by 19.3.A.0.472 fixed camera bug is for kitkat or lollypop?

sory for asking. but i very newbie for reading OS version.

right now my C3 in kitkat 4.4.2 build number 19.2.1.A.0.72

thx a lot for your info.

by upgrading to lollypop, can i use ES file explorer to write to external SD card?

is there are way for moving apps data to external sd card without root in c3?
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
I have use the flashtool and relock been done successfully...but the phone not starting and when i press power button its vibrating ...again and again... have kept it for charging now... lets see what happens... hope nothing serious...
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Do you see sony logo when turning on device? Try to restart remvoing your sim/sd card.If this doesn't help try these steps to factory reset your device.IT will wipe your user data.

Start by turning off your Xperia Z;

Now press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons. Keep these two buttons pressed in the same time and then also press and hold the Power button;

You’ll immediately see the menu on the screen. Navigate to the recovery option with Volume Up and Down buttons and select the recovery option by using the Power button;

After seeing the Android logo on the screen you must press and hold the Volume up and Volume down buttons, which will bring your Xperia Z to the recovery menu.

Select ‘Wipe data/Factory reset’;

The process will be completed in less than a minute and your smartphone will restart automatically.

If factory reset also doesn't work then you have to flash lollipop firmware using flashtool.Good luck.
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Hi that lollipop fw..first i was flash lollipop fw build 19.3.A.0.470 n i got bug front camera n now fixed with up fw lollipop build 19.3.A.0.472 with sony compaion
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
hey ,

the led lights were not at all working...

so somewhere i read press vol up and down and power together.... then red light started blinking...so i thought lets charge as it might have gone totally empty...but charged for more then 3 hrs... still nothing happening... not even booting.... so from here can i update firmware...by any means... using flashtool or have i messed it totally ??? as its not showing anything..
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Did you tried my steps? Check if flashtool detects your mobile by plugin to computer. Your last resort will be to flash firmware if it's detected by falshtool.
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
yes everything tried...... its not detecting on computer too.. :(
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
It's not detected in fastboot also? Like when you tried to relock bootloader? If that's the case then you have to take it to sony service center.
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
It was detecting till i relock. after that dead...... yesterday totally off... today morning red light blinking continuously... think so totally empty... kept for charging from 7 am.. still nothing happening... :(

Should i charge it for more hrs ????
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Take off the sd card flip cover.There you will see small yellow button.Press it for 10-15 sec with pen or needle.After that try to turn on device.If this doesn't help then read and follow the instruction given in this forum https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...and-vibrated-3-times-continiously/td-p/341881

Try this guide to flash sony firmware using flashtool http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/use-the-flash-tool-for-xperia-devices/
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
wheres the yellow button...not getting it.... my Device is Xperia C3 ???
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Check here http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiac3/userguide/Resetting-your-device/
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
thanks will try it :)

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tried that yellow button... but nothing happening... and also tried that other forum which u said... there was just one step vol up and power button.. which is vibrating my mobile 3 times and with a blink...
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
Why u not flash again with flashtool
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
can you tell me in detail??? ... ... bootloader i have relock... using flashtool..... and red light blinks continuously while charging....
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
That if u not full charging red light blinks
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
hmmm that i know... but had charge for more then 5 hrs.. :(

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hey its connecting in flashmode ... can you help me with firmwares FOr sony xperia C3 D2502?? ... so that i can try...
[Sony Xperia C] masdacheri:
I was flash update with sony companion its easy..
[Sony Xperia C] shoeseat:
Head to this link http://xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/74-sony-xperia-c3-d2533 as follow the instruction 1. how to install the newest Android 5.0.2 for Sony XPERIA C3 D2533. There is a firmware download link. You can also use xepriaFirm from http://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/pc-xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142 to download firmware of your mobile. Just make sure your model model number is correct(dual sim or single sim).

You can also use sony pc companion to repair your phone as masdacheri mentioned.Good luck.
[Sony Xperia C] pravin3:
Hey,

Before you mention this method it got updated by PCC

I am so happy updated to Lolipop.... and it started working too... Patience is the key :) thanks a lot for helping to all and [MENTION=3155636]masdacheri[/MENTION] [MENTION=4722517]shoeseat[/MENTION] :)
[Sony Xperia C] Brian O'conner:
after cwm flash with flashtool my phone stuck in boot loop

my xperia c3 stuck in bootloop when it boots it display sony logo then vibrate once with purple LED blink then it boot again display sony logo and

so on... [ it stuck in bootloop when i am tried to install/flash custom recovery (philz recovery)] [i can open recovery still ]
[Sony Xperia C] engnajjar:
when I unlocked boot loader may data in internal storage was wiped !!!!!!!!!

this is the fist time I know that , I know that the data which is wiped : only apps and their data

please help me to recover my photos and other private data please :((((((((
[Sony Xperia C] greavenimage:
Mee to :crying:
[Sony Xperia C] ajay5105:
Hi, I have root my Xperia C3 dual lollipop version 5.0.2.But i want to install CWM/TWRP or any recovery.Plz...help to install recovery.

Thank you
[Sony Xperia C] naturalkeyboard:
Hi ajay, may i know how u root in lollipop?which guide do you take?

Sent from my D2533
[Sony Xperia C] ajay5105:
Yes i used pre rooted frimware.
[Sony Xperia C] naturalkeyboard:
Pre rooted?

Is there any pre rooted firmware for c3 single?:)

Sent from my D2533
[Sony Xperia C] maxi65:
Sorry BRo!

this cannot be undone :(
[Sony Xperia C] ajay5105:
Pre-rooted firmware work on both D2502 and D2533.
[Sony Xperia C] maxi65:
hey! guyz.....!

bro u still have time to roll back to ur official unrooted frimware bcoz Custom rom can brick ur xperia c3....

i also used to root my phone but as a result after few days my phone dead in a Deadboot condition and the cause was Custom rom and recovery
[Sony Xperia C] ajay5105:
[MENTION=6282117]maxi65[/MENTION] Thanks bro

But i am using it and its work fine.

Your phone dead prime reason may be recovery installation.