I am using xperia z3 firmware 23.4.a.1..232. Its rooted with TWRP recovery. Do i still bneed to unlock bootloader to flash a custom rom?
If you want to flash a rom which is not based on Sony ROM, you'll have to unlock your Z3(like CM based ROMs). But if you want a Sony based custom rom such as ExistenZ, Moonwalker vs. you don't have to unlock your bootloader.
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Hi,
It's the first time I try to change my Rom on a phone.
My phone is a Sony Xperia Sola Rooted (with Kingo Root) and I want to install a custom Rom.
The problem is my bootloader is lock and it's impossible with the official Sony process. (I have Bootloader unlock allowed : no)
How can I install a Custom Rom with my Bootloader lock ?
Thanks for your answer.
Hello,
I bougth a new Xperia L branded to Vodafone.
Android version : 4.2.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-g74b701b-00054-gde56c65-dirty / Build number : 15.3.A.1.14
I rooted succesfully my Xperia L using rootkitXperia(L).
I install also CWM recovery 6 using this site: h**p://techglen.com/2014/01/01/install-cwm-6-on-xperia-l-c2104-c2105-locked-unlocked-bootloader
Recovery seems to work, at least I try to baclup my current stock rom.
I validate my bootloader status, and it says unlock bootloader allowed: no.
Can I anyway install a custom kernel and KitKat Rom?
Thanks
DanielFran said:
Hello,
I bougth a new Xperia L branded to Vodafone.
Android version : 4.2.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-g74b701b-00054-gde56c65-dirty / Build number : 15.3.A.1.14
I rooted succesfully my Xperia L using rootkitXperia(L).
I install also CWM recovery 6 using this site: h**p://techglen.com/2014/01/01/install-cwm-6-on-xperia-l-c2104-c2105-locked-unlocked-bootloader
Recovery seems to work, at least I try to baclup my current stock rom.
I validate my bootloader status, and it says unlock bootloader allowed: no.
Can I anyway install a custom kernel and KitKat Rom?
Thanks
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Unfortunately, you can't
Installing a custom kernel needs an unlocked bootloader
The recovery I flash seems not 100% working.
What are the possible recoveries I can flash?
It sems that we can eventually flash roms for bootloader locked.
Can someone please tell me which Rom can be used and what is the best one?
Thanks
DanielFran said:
The recovery I flash seems not 100% working.
What are the possible recoveries I can flash?
It sems that we can eventually flash roms for bootloader locked.
Can someone please tell me which Rom can be used and what is the best one?
Thanks
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Yes, the recovery for locked bootloader doesn't work completely, though you can flash zips.
Also, presently there are no other recoveries for locked bootloaders.
There are some good roms for locked bootloaders. I have not tested all of them but both DextroDroid and CnT seem to be good. You can search in the development section and those marked with [L-B] or [L/B] (means Looked Bootloader) will work for you. Go through the whole thread to know about all the pros and cons.
Hope it helps.
Hit thanks if it does
I found Revolution HD, will try install it tonigth!
Thanks again
Hi,
I installed latest stock rom for 6603, made TA backup then unlocked my bootloader.
How can i install now a recovery to install costum roms?
There is no official twrp, and i didn't find unofficial one, just prerooted rom with recovery. Or thats it? I can install paranoid or other with this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/d6603-5-0-2-flashable-stock-23-1-0-690-t3056361
Or its just for locked bootloader?
Got it... http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/z3-twrp-2-8-7-0-d6603-t3273996
Hello guys i want to install a custom rom on my sony m2 aqua, so i will need some help about the steps i need to perform.
First i am on android 5.1.1 Lollipop ( Sony's stock firmware 18.6.A.0.182, Linux version 3.4.0-gc82e70f). What should i do first unlock bootloader or root the device and flash recovery after this or first i root then unlock bootloader and install recovery ?
Is it in this order:
1. Unlock bootloader
2. Root
3. Flash recovery
4. Flash ROM
Any other steps i need to in order to do the job ? And which method do you prefer for unlocking bootloader,rooting... Thanks.
For some roms you dont need unlocked bootloader (LB- sign on forum) you need costum recovery and root to flash costum rom. For unlocking bootloader check http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/ read carefuly, Its not recomended for everyone. For instaling costum roms check rom section in XDA-forums.
Sir i've got z5 e6653 from my friend , android 7.1.1 build number 32.4.A.1.54 and i want to experience new custom rom MM base, what should i do first? i only know unlocking bootloader first and then what should i do?
i've install custom rom on my xiaomi phone but for z5 im little bit confused. what thread should i look to install new custom rom on z5? thanks.
Open bootloader
Flash twrp with flashtool
Download custom rom
İnstall custom rom with twrp
1. backup DRMKEYS, use dirtycow script
2. unlock bootloader
3. MOKEE rom is good, Try it!