yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
I do not understand how you can flash (or try to flash) the ROM and simultaneously write posts here using your z3 ?![emoji19]
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Because nothing actually flashes,get an error each time ,so I still have lollipop
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
You live in wales. You cannot have such a bad connection that you cannot download a FTF in less time than a week and half that you have been on here asking for help.

Download a new FTF and try it, so many people have been helping you that at some point you have to do it yourself...
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
I can download it on my phone but you said the files on here are bad,if I hotpsot from my phone to laptop the connection is very slow,I don't have WiFi access bud
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
No I said the one link you may have downloaded from is bad.

You own a Z3, even going to a internet café is not going to cost too much to download a FTF compared to the cost of the phone. You have been doing this for a week and half. You could have downloaded a new FTF by now......

The advice has been given, you have reinstalled software, you have done everything everyone has asked, apart from to flash a different FTF. Download another one and try it
[Xperia Z3 General] itsJ.nxs4:
noob questions

hi there, sorry for noob questions...

1. will i still receive ota update as usual ?

2. will i loose my dcm keys after rooted (unlocked bootloader) ?

if not, which method should i follow to get root access? btw i'm coming from

Build Number 23.1.A.1.28, Lollipop 5.0.2 (D6653)

Thank you ! :o
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
HI. It would be better if everyone would read the guide , before asking... , but that's okay . For points 1 and 2 , NO (You will receive updates of system applications , but you can not update the firmware . If you did the fw update, you lose the root) and NO (with the locked bootloader , you do not lose the drm , its functions and product warranty) . Regarding the ROOT, read the guide of the first POST here. Obv.

this guide is just for the device with Locked BL so with this procedure you do not unlock the bootloader

---------- Post added at 06:57 AM ---------- Previous post was at 06:39 AM ----------

This FTF is OK: http://oceanhost.eu/d7iuzncelhpr/D6603_23.0.A.2.93_Generic_20GLOBAL.ftf.htm

...or see the list here: http://xdaforums.com/z3/general/ftf-stock-firmwares-xperia-z3-models-t2886061
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
I have the Sony flash driver missing,something called somc flash or something like that,tried everything and don't have that installed so was wondering how I could get that without a disc
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
You do not need it.

Only the three drivers from flashtool are needed

Z3, flashmode and fastboot drivers are installed by running drivers.exe from the drivers folder in the installation directory of flashtool.

That's it.
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
I've tried that numerous times and always get loader sin error
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
[MENTION=3780512]bodomfan[/MENTION], Like you see, the steps to follow are indicated. Unfortunately there is nothing else to do. I think is better for you to enjoy the phone as it is ;)
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
I've followed the steps perfectly I'm not stupid mind,everytime I flash i get loader sin error everytime
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
And you have been told to download another FTF from another link to solve that problem.

You get the advice needed and do not follow it. Please do as you are advised.
[Xperia Z3 General] schetz:
[MENTION=3780512]bodomfan[/MENTION], can you provide md5 sum of your ftf?
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Done that as well,tried both links from this thread

Just plugged my dad's Xperia m2 into the laptop,the drivers installed and it says device is ready to use,plug In the z3 doesn't show anything,can only copy and paste files to and from it,so it's definitely a driver issue
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Ehi guy, I do not never say that you're stupid . I 've just invited you to enjoy your phone as it is. You can not pollute a thread with pages and pages (13 pgg of posts) of questions if you don't cooperate with us. This is not acceptable: there are guys who are likely to get lost in this chaos of posts! That's all...;)
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Its not a driver issue. I suggest you completely un install flashtool, pccomapanion and any other android software on your PC and start again.

Delete all android drivers as well.

Then install flashtool, run drivers.exe and choose Z3, flashmode and fastboot drivers.

That's all that is needed to flash a FTF.
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=60975480&postcount=391 ;):):):)
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
I know, I have given the same advice a couple of times before in this thread...
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Tried few kitkat firmwares and they all give loader sin error,there's no way they can all be bad downloads
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Well you are doing something wrong as no one else has these issues.

Have you done what has been advised several times and uninstalled all android software including kies, pccompanion and flashtool etc as well as all drivers and starting again?

If you have a clean machine this is all you do

1) Download flashtool

2) Run drivers.exe from C:\flashtool\drivers and choose Z3, fastboot and flashmode

3) Turn off phone, run flashtool, select the FTF to flash and connect it in flashmode when it prompts you.

That is it, there are no other secret steps or anything....
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
I know how to do it,I flashed my x10 before,I look in control panel to uninstall drivers but don't see them there although flashtool says their installed when I check
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Yes, I do remember you from my X10 days as well.

;)

Greg
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
is there any way to root on lollipop? my z3, its completly stock...since 4.4.4, to 5.0.2...
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
No
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
so, what to should i do then?
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Yes there is

Look here
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
yes, i have installed that...but its a fake root...with root checker, he says that the phone is rooted but, when i reboot the phone, the root is gone...and i cant grant root permisions on certain apps...like clean master...

:confused:
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
You need to kill the RIC. once you have root flash [MENTION=4904057][NUT][/MENTION] 's recovery, it has the RIC killer in it.
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
So, it is better to do a downgrade, rooting and flashing the lollipop rooted [emoji1]
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
right...and what the heck is RIC? :confused: i'm a completly noob in this things...can you also send me the link please?
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Depends what you mean by better, but when someone asks if root on lollipop is achievable the answer is yes not no.

RIC needs to be set to 0 instead of 1 otherwise root is lost on reboot.

If you google '[NUT] dual recovery xda' and install that after you have rooted using king root and before you power back on in a reboot you should be OK

Be aware of the personal details king root sends though. If you have already used it then your IMEI number will be stored on a database in china.
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Yes, u r right [emoji6] sorry [emoji8]
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
is there a thread where i can do that?

and btw...when i dial this number *#*#7378423#*#*...in configuration it says that " rooting status: bootloader unlock allowed: no..."

what does that mean? that i cant install a recovery and root? i have seen some videos on youtube...and a guy said that if its not allowed, i cant do anything on the phone...
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Use this thread

http://prntscr.com/7a3k4z

Its in the Z3 general section

A locked bootloader just means you cannot install a custom kernel. You can still root, install recovery and flash sony stock based roms

EDIT

LOL, this is that thread... just read the OP and follow the instructions... FFS
[Xperia Z3 General] Z3NG3R1:
right...HAHAHAHAAH....but mate...listen...sorry being anoying :/ i just want to have root permisions, like forever you know what i mean? i dont want to install roms or anything like that...just wanted to be free what to do on my phone...i want to keep the completely stock rom and shi*...

so tell me, i used kingroot and then what can i do to keep that permanently? installing the nut recovery?
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=58527839&postcount=1

Its the OP to this thread. Follow the instructions
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Guys, just a question: is it possible to use this http://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/mod-button-recent-panel-t3057345 on the rooted Lollipop we have...?
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
http://prntscr.com/7abacg
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Ahahahah u r the best, I just wanted to be sure it will work well for the dual sim ;)
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Trying to install dual recovery with install bat but nothing pops up on my screen

Edit:now rooted with dual recovery finally
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Oh Guys, pardon me. I'm looking for a guide to installing Xposed on my D6633 Dual , but can not find it . Can you help me? Thanks a lot! :fingers-crossed:
[Xperia Z3 General] DJ BlackEagle:
Here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3034811 (Lollipop only)

Download the zip and apk from the first post.

The zip you flash via twrp. And apk would be installed normally like other apks.
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Do u mean this post http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=58828974 ? It seems has problem and the smartphone goes into bootloap. Isn't?
[Xperia Z3 General] DJ BlackEagle:
The bootloop is fixed already, this is what the last post mean.
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Oh I see [emoji6]
[Xperia Z3 General] asf2010:
For root you can use kingroot

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

Kingroot will send your IMEI number to an IP address in China during the process. Only use it if you accept this fact.
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Installed dual recovery via bat on pc and it's randomly dissappeared from my phone,I'm rooted via the Kingroot method on lollipop
[Xperia Z3 General] gregbradley:
Not this thread.

This thread

This is the thread for the recovery, you should read this thread to get answers to your issues
[Xperia Z3 General] bodomfan:
Thanks buddy
[Xperia Z3 General] liltitiz:
Very nice guide! Effective and easy to follow.

Great job, 10/10 IGN

thank you
[Xperia Z3 General] rockinroller:
Thank you ?
[Xperia Z3 General] gtakagt:
Undecided/Z3 noob

I'm a new and enthusiastic Z3 D6603 (Bell variant) user, and I have a question for a more experienced in rooting Z3 phones.

I am conflicted with rooting and installing on a unlocked bootloader (dual recovery) vs unlocking bootloader and then recovering DRM keys. Is it possible to still use all of the roms on xda for z3 roms while on unlocked bootloader/dual recovery? Or is the dual recovery roms the only option when I root?
[Xperia Z3 General] cha_kumar:
Thanks
[Xperia Z3 General] JeckaD:
I would like to know this as well. While doing my research I found news that unlocking my bootloader will affect the quality of the xperia camera? it has been patched? also any benefits in unlocking bootloader?
[Xperia Z3 General] goettinger36m:
how to root last version

hi,

first excuse my bad english. is not my first language.

today bought a z3 with last update 23.2.a.1.62.

is there a way to root - should be easy for me please :)

dont understand everything, so please show me a link or anything else

thanks for your help
[Xperia Z3 General] SleemLDJ:
Im new to xperia z3 here but i want to ask a question.

If i apply only the root method with locked bootloader, will i still be able to receive OTA from sony when 5.1.1 or future updates come?
[Xperia Z3 General] dufwppl:
How to root Z3 with firmware version 23.2.A.1.62 D6603, thanks
[Xperia Z3 General] xstatik:
has anyone have the loss of half the rom memory my z3 had 25gb after root and upgrade to 4.4.2 now only had 11gb? dont know if this has been mentioned b4 as of im very lazy to check really my model is d6653

fixed that problem sorry for being a noob my first time using the flash tool didnt know i had to save the partition :)
[Xperia Z3 General] SANTUMIL:
I could install root ,but not recovery,im on c6603 LB ,tried severals times but i dont get de twrp.I started from scratch several times ,im not misiing anything.Anny suggest?Regards
[Xperia Z3 General] utsav911:
currently, there is no direct method to root lollipop.

You have to install one of the kitkat roms mentioned in this thread. Then root it, install recovery.

Then flash a prerooted lollipop version you want.

If this doesn't sound easy to you, don't try it yet.

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It's a bit tricky. Do everything as mentioned in the OP.

I had to run the install.bat file few times to get it work.
[Xperia Z3 General] SANTUMIL:
Mmmm i dont think the solution its keeep on trying ,i was trying about a day I got root ,but its impossible to install recovery....says: error device unhautorized, and something about busybox misssing..
[Xperia Z3 General] utsav911:
try restarting the phone in between.

And as the error says "Device unauthorized", I would revoke the USB debugging authorization and re authorize the pc.
[Xperia Z3 General] SANTUMIL:
I'll try it later today thanks!
[Xperia Z3 General] Bighardy:
Hi,

you wrote, you are on C6603. If it isn't a typo, you have a Xperia Z.

Xperia Z3 is D6603.

For a C6603 you have to use an other Dual Recovery Version.
[Xperia Z3 General] smala:
Unlocking the bootloader has some effects, like:

wiping internal storage (do a backup!)

deletion of DRM keys (do a backup of

your

DRM keys)

Once DRM keys are lost (do not try to restore a someone else backup!) some features of the camera will be non-functional. this includes:

low light correction features

noise cancelling (camera)

playstation remote

X-Reality screen effects

these features can be partially restored with a custom kernel andsome "Patched" files that emulate the keys.

Restoring your DRM backup re-locks the bootloader.

if you unlock the bootloader, you can install custom roms and/or custom kernels and other features that needs UB (unlocked bootlaoder)
[Xperia Z3 General] SANTUMIL:
Ur right, my mistake, I meant D6643
[Xperia Z3 General] @roKiLL:
Root is useful. But on some devices it's very dangerous. Yesterday I've rooted my phone and OK. But... when i try to integrate the updated apk onto system, I see a big problem. At the moment of copy, it deny the process and erase the file. I don't know if this cause is for the Locked Bootloader or a problem with Titanium Backup, but when i see 480mb free when i see before 230mb... I scare....

Luckily not update important files, only downloadable applications...
[Xperia Z3 General] chunk1982:
Worked perfectly, thank you so much. I was wondering though is it possible to install the stock android browser? I've deleted chrome as it's rubbish and I'm using dolphin at the minute but that's not much better

Many thanks

Paul
[Xperia Z3 General] marchingknight11:
How difficult is it to reverse this for warranty claims? can I just use flashtool to reflash the prerooted KitKat image or is there more you have to do to get rid of recovery? Also, does the Z3 have a flash counter like the samsung phones do that you have to reset?
[Xperia Z3 General] jianwei87:
Can we install CM rom after install recovery?
[Xperia Z3 General] shoey63:
Just flash the stock ftf that was originally loaded on your device. Root, recovery all gone:thumbup:

And restore your original TA backup if you unlocked your bootloader ;)
[Xperia Z3 General] Jiibus:
I'm having an issue with my recovery randomly going away. As in I would reboot to recovery and the phone would ignore the command and just do a regular reboot, even when I do it through NDR utilities. I'd have to run the install.bat again to get my recovery back. Is there anything I can do to figure out why this is happening?

I have a LB D6603 running a stock rooted LP ROM.
[Xperia Z3 General] marchingknight11:
If I unlock the bootloader, wont sony have a record of that? is there a way to unlock it without going through Sony's website?
[Xperia Z3 General] mcthe1:
hi to all i have use http://xdaforums.com/z3/general/z3-variant-how-to-root-t3144049 method to rot the newest lollipop firmware and i will like to no how to get rid of king root and just use dual recovery from this thread ty 4 the advice :confused:
[Xperia Z3 General] By.TRabZonLu™:
Did bootloader closes with this method?
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Excuse me , what is this video ? Please , someone must delete this post ...
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Hi Guys, it is so strange but a star appeared in the notification bar , do you know what is it?

View attachment 3397312

Edit: http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiaz3compact/userguide/Icons-in-the-status-bar/

I am so sorry ihihihih
[Xperia Z3 General] igotroot:
King root ** beware **

Listen... My D6616 isn't able to be rooted via the methods described. I get a message about my phone is not vulnerable...

So I used KingRoot.....boom worked like a charm....but After reading about some possibilities with an IP based rooting system, and having all of our phones data being sent overseas to a specific group of developers that we really can't put our hands on, I too decided to go with switching to the SuperSU, or even one of the other 2 Superuser programs to grant my phone SU rights....

After using Super SUME (available on google play store) and with the live help from Gates (it's DEV), we were able to finally remove King Root and its others apps and files.....and then allow it to install SuperSU along with the updated Binary file. HOWEVER I come to find out that my DualRecovery (really a tri-recovery, and I still don't see why 3 recoveries are being called dual), was WIPED OUT as if King Root possibly wiped out my recovery. AND, another issue that I had, while using King Root, was that it prevented me from using TB. TB couldn't communicate to Google Play to verify my TB Pro license key.. But after finally installing SuperSU via Super SUME now my TB works fine. Coincidence?? And after I had to reinstall another Dual recovery, Super SU upon rebooting asked to have its binary updated...boom, no problem this time again.....KING ROOT IS SUSPECT. If you use it, use Super SUME afterwards fast, reboot, and you should be good to go.

Maybe it was a fluke, but I find it suspect. My phone is brand new from a T-Mobile corporate store, the last one in the Atlanta area so I was told....

Baseband

8974-AAAAANAZQ-00009-06

Build 23.0.D.1.123

Kernal 3.4.0-perf-g0ab9f9a

BuildUser@BuildHost #1

Fri Sep 5 07:22:38 2014
[Xperia Z3 General] far_777:
Great guide. thanks to this i was able to root my D6633 without unlocking bootloader.

thanks alot again.
[Xperia Z3 General] Hobbes2099:
First and foremost, thanks to the authors of this rooting method. It was (almost) entirely painless. And yes, I got it in my second try. [emoji2]

There's two issues I would like to present, with any luck they're simple to fix.

1. Can't update fota.

I don't know why. But it's a 0.2MB file and I keep getting the unverified issue.

Annoying thing is, I can't remove it from the notification bar.

2. ROM Toolbox Pro doesn't seem to be able to remove system apps.

I always do clean installs and I always tweak the ROM a bit when I first start fresh. ROM Toolbox's App Manager doesn't seem to remove files. SuperSU gives root access. Still no uninstallation.

Can't think why that would happen. Is there a log I could provide?

Thanks!!!
[Xperia Z3 General] Hobbess2099:
Not exactly sure why, but I can't edit my post. Anyhow, a quick update.

Seems I can't uninstall system apps. At all.

I'm trying to uninstall system apps but only manage to get their size down to 0KB, but the file remains.

When I try to uninstall through ROM Toolbox, I get the uninstallation dialogue but the file remains unaffected.

When I try to uninstall with ES File Explorer, I get the file size to 0KB (as mentioned above).

Is there a log I can generate or a way to find out why this isn't working?
[Xperia Z3 General] D.Shadocx:
Hello, how do I update to Android 5.1 , I get this error.

[IMG="It says impossible to verify, it is due to root?"]https://scontent-mia1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/11174476_860100940743332_4155576685887396453_o.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9[/IMG]
[Xperia Z3 General] Takisxx:
i update yesterday to 5.1 lollipop and i lost root... how can i root now?
[Xperia Z3 General] schetz:
Same way you rooted 5.0.2 ,back to kitkat etc etc..
[Xperia Z3 General] chunk1982:
In flashtool what do you need ticked to go from lollipop back to kitkat plz?
[Xperia Z3 General] Takisxx:
**** me so bored to do this...

no way to root 5.1?
[Xperia Z3 General] schetz:
It might be possible using kingroot, I wouldn't do it like that, that's why I wrote above reply.
[Xperia Z3 General] Takisxx:
can i have link to root with that method?
[Xperia Z3 General] schetz:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3144049

You really should read MOD notes there and you will see why you should do it other way [emoji6]
[Xperia Z3 General] lu99ke:
BOOM! worked thankyou soo much!! you are a legend G-Face!
[Xperia Z3 General] gb37270:
thanks, work fine!
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Hi guys, just a question: how can I root the model D6683 (dual sim)? Thank you

@-;---
[Xperia Z3 General] goruntz:
waranty

what about the waranty with this guide?

thank you
[Xperia Z3 General] SleemLDJ:
Should I rename zip to ftf. Flash tool isn't seeing any files.
[Xperia Z3 General] pipaj:
Yes
[Xperia Z3 General] RohanAJoshi:
[MENTION=2731409]G-FACE[/MENTION] : thanks for this tutorial, rooting device now..

but D6633_23.0.F.1.74 contains cust.ta and fota.ta, is it safe to flash ftf with ta on device ?
[Xperia Z3 General] G-FACE:
[MENTION=3814993]RohanAJoshi[/MENTION] sure, no problem.
[Xperia Z3 General] deejaay99:
Error: seems your Kernel / devise is not supported

It keeps teeling me that my kernel or devic is not supported

and this is my phone info

Model number D6633

Android v 4.4.4

kernel v 3.4.0-perf-g7c8b3cb

Build user@buildHost#1

Mon Dec 16:40:38 2014

Build number 23.0.1.F.0.96

Can u tell me y its not supported ... thanxx

:confused:
[Xperia Z3 General] G-FACE:
You need an older firmware. It's clear in the OP which version you need and there's a link. D6633_23.0.F.1.74
[Xperia Z3 General] Jeinyx:
thanks dude for brick my phone with your broken firmware. D6653
[Xperia Z3 General] Shikaiya:
Please, use PC Companion and ur Phone will return as new
[Xperia Z3 General] Jkay7:
Will I lose my data by downgrading from 5.0.2 to 4.4.4 to root with giefroot?
[Xperia Z3 General] jemfalor:
factory wipe is necessary so you will lose your data but not sd

sent from Sony Xperia Z3 (D6653), android 5.1.1
[Xperia Z3 General] browngeek:
Am I right in presuming that if I do a reset via PC companion I am going to lose root?

Reason I ask is I don't think my pre-rooted rom is playing nicely with Stamina mode. The guides on XDA re Stamina mode suggests doing a reset via PC companion.
[Xperia Z3 General] lu99ke:
If you just want to reset and you are on a pre-rooted rom that you flashed through recovery...just do a reset through recovery... You will keep your root.