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Root z3 lollipop???

My z3 dual was rooted when I upgrade it with sony pc companion I lost root, and I want to root it again without flash old rom or unlock bootloader ?
When can we root xperia z series lollipop??????????

borhan0089 said:
My z3 dual was rooted when I upgrade it with sony pc companion I lost root, and I want to root it again without flash old rom or unlock bootloader ?
When can we root xperia z series lollipop??????????
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Probably never, because it's easier to downgrade, root, install recovery and flash a prerooted lollipop rom than to try and find another exploit in lollipop

gregbradley said:
Probably never, because it's easier to downgrade, root, install recovery and flash a prerooted lollipop rom than to try and find another exploit in lollipop
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Never? I just did root with a custom kernel which included TWRP, and from TWRP I flashed SuperSU update the latest version, and voila.,.rooted and Xposed working.
By the way, I managed to fix the issues, it was not because the Xposed was in alpha stage, because that is the only Xposed for Lollipop, it was because I had an old TWRP.
So now I am rooted and all working good.
So you can root Lollipop without downgrading or flashing a ftf.
P.S. Ofcourse, with an unlocked bootloader.
Even if the downside of unlocking is losing the DRM Keys, well don't worry about it, the camera takes beautiful photos even so.

as you said you have to unlock the bootloader for that, not everyone wants to do that

Yes, as the op used pccompanion they obviously had a locked bootloader, hence my answer based on the fact he had a locked bootloader

How to root Z3 Dual ?

Hi
I have a Sony Xperia Z3 Dual (D6633)
Android Lollipop 5.0.2 Build 23.1.1.E.0.1 ( Original-Stock firmware )
Locked bootloader
I want to root it without flashing any new firmware, and without unlocking the bootloader
Just Rooting
Thanks

cmureza said:
Hi
I have a Sony Xperia Z3 Dual (D6633)
Android Lollipop 5.0.2 Build 23.1.1.E.0.1 ( Original-Stock firmware )
Locked bootloader
I want to root it without flashing any new firmware, and without unlocking the bootloader
Just Rooting
Thanks
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You cannot
Either downgrade to a firmware that is rootable via giefroot or unlock the bootloader and root. Please be advised that rooting via unlocking the bootloader first loses you the DRM keys.
The 'best' way to root is via downgrading. If you then plan to unlock the boot you can backup the TA partition to save your DRM keys.

gregbradley said:
You cannot
Either downgrade to a firmware that is rootable via giefroot or unlock the bootloader and root. Please be advised that rooting via unlocking the bootloader first loses you the DRM keys.
The 'best' way to root is via downgrading. If you then plan to unlock the boot you can backup the TA partition to save your DRM keys.
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Downgrad ?
Could you please explain it to me clearly step by step ?
And
Is there any other program that just easy as click one key ?
Thanks

cmureza said:
Downgrad ?
Could you please explain it to me clearly step by step ?
And
Is there any other program that just easy as click one key ?
Thanks
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/guide-rootrecovery-how-to-root-install-t3017056

Is there any easier way and less risky ?
Just install a app and get rooted by one click?
When do you think we could see such a app???

cmureza said:
Is there any easier way and less risky ?
Just install a app and get rooted by one click?
When do you think we could see such a app???
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No way to do it other than this.
It is not hard.

New z3, now to root?

New z3 D6653 factory unlocked need some help here. it's running 5.1.1 build number 23.4.1.A.200. How can I root this? It says my bootloader is locked but carrier is unlocked. Says bootloader unlockable yesAny help, links, or information is greatly appreciated! I work the oilfield and don't have much time to search but will do my best and post findings as I learn to help the next guy.

Follow this link for all your answers...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3017056

http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
Follow the process on the linked page above If you don't already have the Android SDK and ADB installed, you'll need to do that, or eventually just install Minimal ADB and Fastboot.
Edit: apparently got ninja'd.
Edit2: ups, apparently I also suck at reading questions - so unless you're looking to unlock your bootloader, just follow robkellie11's link.

You can root without unlocking bootloader Bro, downgrade to 5.0.1 and use kingroot root

I also want to root the z3 5.1.1. Can i restore it back after root and unlocked bootloader so i can still use the warranty?

nobody00 said:
I also want to root the z3 5.1.1. Can i restore it back after root and unlocked bootloader so i can still use the warranty?
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If you Backup your TA Partition, you can restore the DRM Keys and your bootloader status, there for you should be able to use your warranty IF you're on a stock rom while sending your phone for repairs etc.
You can backup your TA Partition by using THIS

I need help how to downgrade 5.1.1 to 4.4.4 so i can root

Hi,i need help how to downgrade my sony z3 D6653 5.1.1 to 4.4.4 or any other way to root without downgrading?
anyone can post step by step process will be a great help.im sorry im still a noob.my device is not rooted yet.thank you so much and more power!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/guide-rootrecovery-how-to-root-install-t3017056 downgrade / giefroot / Dualrecovery /Update through TWRP or try kingroot (without downgrade) then install dualrecovery.
DualRecovery is necessary to fix root on locked bootloader.
You'll find others tutorials for flashing through Flashtool or just adapt some steps from this one.

Thanks sky,i will try this when i get home

Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.

Thank you!my device is now rooted
Sent from my D6603 using XDA Free mobile app

can you tell me how u root ur 6653? i have the same phone running build 23.4.A.1.232 thanks

On lollipop use kingroot then install Dual Recovery Or downgrade to Kitkat with tutorial on 2nd message and root with giefroot then install dual recovery and return to lollipop with flashing lollipop through TWRP.

Skyllery said:
On lollipop use kingroot then install Dual Recovery Or downgrade to Kitkat with tutorial on 2nd message and root with giefroot then install dual recovery and return to lollipop with flashing lollipop through TWRP.
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I tried kingroot my build is still in development. Guess downgrade is only option?
I unlocked BL from the Sony forum

chongman said:
I tried kingroot my build is still in development. Guess downgrade is only option?
I unlocked BL from the Sony forum
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The idea is to root before unlocking the bootloader .. for backup TA partition if you want your DRM key back.
If you have unlock the bootloader install FOTA TWRP and you can root with (FOTA) TWRP (reboot in TWRP and a message will appear) and install Super Su. Or flash any stock or custom pre-rooted ROM with (FOTA) TWRP.

Can I root xz without unlocking bootloader

Hi All.
I have an xz on oreo. My bootloader isnt unlockable so im wondering if theres a way to root the phone without having to flash twrp etc.
I see that oneclickroot say its unlockable but want 29$ which I think is a scam.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Cheers

No. It's literally impossible.
Any app saying otherwise is pure scam.

josephnero said:
No. It's literally impossible.
Any app saying otherwise is pure scam.
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I thought as much.
Is there any way to unlock bootloader on device that doesnt allow it?

cowen1000 said:
I thought as much.
Is there any way to unlock bootloader on device that doesnt allow it?
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Sadly noway I know of. Again unfortunately After android lollipop and adding of dm variety check and ric protection there is noway to root without unlocked bootloader.

cowen1000 said:
Hi All.
I see that oneclickroot say its unlockable but want 29$ which I think is a scam.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Cheers
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Yes it is.
cowen1000 said:
I thought as much.
Is there any way to unlock bootloader on device that doesnt allow it?
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No.
If you can download a MM firmware and flash that using flashtool you can root without unlocking the bootloader.

gregbradley said:
Yes it is.
No.
If you can download a MM firmware and flash that using flashtool you can root without unlocking the bootloader.
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Hey, if I use firmware mm can I root without ubl? Because xz I say ubl no.

Lancelot6 said:
Hey, if I use firmware mm can I root without ubl? Because xz I say ubl no.
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Yes, that is what I said. There was still a vulnaribility in the MM firmware (Dirtycow) so if you can find a FTF for MM, then you can flash that with flashtool and use the dirty cow exploit (Thread in general section) to root.

gregbradley said:
Yes, that is what I said. There was still a vulnaribility in the MM firmware (Dirtycow) so if you can find a FTF for MM, then you can flash that with flashtool and use the dirty cow exploit (Thread in general section) to root.
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can you give a link for the method? pls

Hmm,,
Looking back I can only see threads about temporary root. I was positive you could root on marshmellow….maybe some more gooloing required

I have searched for it on Google and the results are only for those who have ubl yes, but is there really a way in this forum?

Lancelot6 said:
I have searched for it on Google and the results are only for those who have ubl yes, but is there really a way in this forum?
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Yes, you can achieve temp root on marshmellow, that is how the TA backup tool work. I was pretty sure from there you could install arecoevry and flash a stock based rooted rom with a stock kernel. So its a system root not a kernel root, but this is going back a couple of years as since nougat this exploit was patched and only unlocked bootloader root was available.
But there the XZ can be downgraded to MM so its possible.

Oh, I've found it, maybe later I'll try it ... Thank you for the help bro ...

since xz came out on Android 6.01
so downgrade to ADROID 6.0
extract DRMKEYS ( TA.IMG)
UPGRADE TO ANDROID OREO
UNLOCK THE BOOTLOADER
ROOT IT
AND RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER AGAIN WITH TA.IMG
just give me the android version you wana stay and i will send u modded kernel, the one given in the post has universal drm fix! and if you relock your bootloader it will go in to bootloops!

YasuHamed said:
since xz came out on Android 6.01
so downgrade to ADROID 6.0
extract DRMKEYS ( TA.IMG)
UPGRADE TO ANDROID OREO
UNLOCK THE BOOTLOADER
ROOT IT
AND RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER AGAIN WITH TA.IMG
just give me the android version you wana stay and i will send u modded kernel, the one given in the post has universal drm fix! and if you relock your bootloader it will go in to bootloops!
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If you relock the bootloader you cannot use a modded kernel. You have to keep the bootloader unlocked.

YasuHamed said:
since xz came out on Android 6.01
so downgrade to ADROID 6.0
extract DRMKEYS ( TA.IMG)
UPGRADE TO ANDROID OREO
UNLOCK THE BOOTLOADER
ROOT IT
AND RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER AGAIN WITH TA.IMG
just give me the android version you wana stay and i will send u modded kernel, the one given in the post has universal drm fix! and if you relock your bootloader it will go in to bootloops!
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What about Android 7.0 bro? Is it safe to extract the drmkey? And Is this method safe for XZ docomo?

Lancelot6 said:
What about Android 7.0 bro? Is it safe to extract the drmkey? And Is this method safe for XZ docomo?
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No, can only be done on 6

But I searched Google for backup TA but the conditions must be rooted, whereas I want to backup TA for root

Lancelot6 said:
But I searched Google for backup TA but the conditions must be rooted, whereas I want to backup TA for root
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Yes, on android 6 you can temporarily root to backup the TA, then you can revert back to any version of android and unlock the bootloader to flash a custom rooted kernel to gain root.
However, if you restore your TA it relocks the bootloader, meaning only a stock unrooted kernel will work.
So, use flashtool to flash a MM FTF and use the TA backup tool to backup your TA. Then just unlock your bootloader and use a custom rom.

Ohh now I understand, thank you for your explanation bro and I hope I managed to try it

Does it work with Sony Xperia X Performance
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I have sov33 Sony Xperia X performance... So what i should do is :
1.Downgrade to MM
2.Get temporary root
3.Install twrp app and install twrp
4.Flash rooted stock rom
5.Done