Hi I have a Sony xperia s with the build number 6.0.A.3.62 but my bootloader is locked is there anyway that I can root my device on this build without unlocking my bootloader ? I'm new at this so any help is appreciated. Thank you
You could try SuperOneClick or UnlockRoot. Those are two PC based programs. You run them, plug in your phone and click the Root button, and then if it is possible to root your phone without unlocking the bootloader, one of those tools will most likely be able to do it.
If neither work, it probably isn't possible without unlocking the bootloader. But look in the device specific forum for your device for more guidance before unlocking the bootloader.
EDIT: It looks like currently you must unlock the bootloader for the Xperia S. There is no working exploit for rooting. The tools I advised above won't work. If you're not willing to unlock your bootloader, you can't root at this time.
Can i root my phone Sony xperia s it says bootloader unlock aloud:no but is there a way around it And if so can you tell me really hate the stock bloatware.
available247 said:
Can i root my phone Sony xperia s it says bootloader unlock aloud:no but is there a way around it And if so can you tell me really hate the stock bloatware.
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Unlocking the the bootloader has nothing to do with rooting. See the first link in my sig.
XperienceD said:
Unlocking the the bootloader has nothing to do with rooting. See the first link in my sig.
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Great i have rooted my phone now but can i debrand it with a locked bootloader? also would i be able to install CyanogenMod?
Hi, I just recovered my bricked Xperia J, and I have lost root access. I do not have an unlocked bootloader and I am allowed to unlock it. I have tried many applications that allow me to unlock my bootloader (Because the official way is too time consuming) and root my phone, but they do not work. Any suggestions for apps?
This is for rooting http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe.../j-doomlord-easy-rooting-toolkit-v17-t2366577
and you don't need to unlock bootloader, but my segestion is to unlock with sony's oficial way it safest.
Didn't work
Dzepar said:
This is for rooting http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe.../j-doomlord-easy-rooting-toolkit-v17-t2366577
and you don't need to unlock bootloader, but my segestion is to unlock with sony's oficial way it safest.
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It didn't work with my Xperia J FW 11.2.A.0.31. Any other suggestions? But thanks anyway! Will continue searching.:good:
Try with Flashtool root methods one of them worked for me once. in DooMLoRD did you turn on usb debugin in dev opt? did it gave you any error? becouse it worked for me all the time.
Good luck!
Hi
I just got my phone, but missing the benefits of rooting.
Can anyone tell me how to unlock the bootloader and then root my phone?
Found a lot of links, but not sure which are secure and not to use.
Here's where you go to unlock your bootloader - http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
Once unlocked, you can flash root or do whatever at that point.
Warning though, you will lose your DRM keys in this process, if you don't know what that means, do some research
se1000 said:
Here's where you go to unlock your bootloader - http://developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/unlock-yourboot-loader/
Once unlocked, you can flash root or do whatever at that point.
Warning though, you will lose your DRM keys in this process, if you don't know what that means, do some research
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Is their any way to back them up? So if I ever regret, I can get them back?
Also, is it possible or will it ever be possible to root with an locked bootloader?
Faspaiso said:
Is their any way to back them up? So if I ever regret, I can get them back?
Also, is it possible or will it ever be possible to root with an locked bootloader?
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You need root to backup DRM keys.
You cant get root without unlocking the bootloader yet.
Youll lose DRM keys when you unlock the bootloader.
If you cant take losing your DRM keys do not unlock and root.
Chadneu said:
You need root to backup DRM keys.
You cant get root without unlocking the bootloader yet.
Youll lose DRM keys when you unlock the bootloader.
If you cant take losing your DRM keys do not unlock and root.
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Thanks, I will wait.
Last question. I got Samsung before and I was able to update my phone with Kies after rooting. Is their any way to update Sony devices when rooted?
Thanks
Flashtool or PC Companion. I prefer the latter.
russell664 said:
Flashtool or PC Companion. I prefer the latter.
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You sure? As the DRM keys doesn't matter for me, as I don't really use the camera a lot.
But when I unlock bootloader on Sonys website, it tells me I would not be able to get updates from that. But i'm still able to get them with the PC companion?
Just to make sure, as I really want android 5.0 when it comes out.
Faspaiso said:
You sure? As the DRM keys doesn't matter for me, as I don't really use the camera a lot.
But when I unlock bootloader on Sonys website, it tells me I would not be able to get updates from that. But i'm still able to get them with the PC companion?
Just to make sure, as I really want android 5.0 when it comes out.
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You can't update with PC companion if you have unlocked your booloader. Your phone will be bricked!
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eawert said:
You can't update with PC companion if you have unlocked your booloader. Your phone will be bricked!
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You sure? So if I unlock my bootloader, their is no way for me to get Android 5.0?
Faspaiso said:
You sure? So if I unlock my bootloader, their is no way for me to get Android 5.0?
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No way to know for sure until someone tries. But with the Z2, you just have to relock your bootloader (might need to revert to a stock kernel first) and then software updates work fine.
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You sure? So if I unlock my bootloader, their is no way for me to get Android 5.0?
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There will always be FTF files shared on XDA and you can use flashtool with an unlocked bootloader.
Know somebody how can I root my z3 with latest ftf... 77? Please help!!
Twenga said:
Know somebody how can I root my z3 with latest ftf... 77? Please help!!
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You do it the only way it is possible
Unlock the bootloader via the official way, flash a custom kernel
My bootloader is already unlocked, where can I get a custom kernel? My z3 was root with ftf.... 98 after upgrade to.... 77 I lost my root! Thank you for helping!!
Twenga said:
My bootloader is already unlocked, where can I get a custom kernel? My z3 was root with ftf.... 98 after upgrade to.... 77 I lost my root! Thank you for helping!!
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Take a look in the development section
In need of some help, I wanted to root my z3 again, I've downgraded back to .77 but completely forgot how I done it last time, I created a few pre-rooted flashables (.77, .690 & .726) but I'm having trouble finding how to install custom recovery.. Any help would be greatly appreciated
Ps. Sorry to hijack your post
hey people...one question..
can i get only root access to my z3 ,without anything else?? i want only get rid of ads!!?? and how?? please help
i'm not interested in new kernel or rom change!? goes that so???
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hey people...one question..
can i get only root access to my z3 ,without anything else?? i want only get rid of ads!!?? and how?? please help
i'm not interested in new kernel or rom change!? goes that so???
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There is no need to spam multiple topics.
YES, it can be done. NO, we can't tell you how because you didn't post your phone model or Android version.
robogo1982 said:
There is no need to spam multiple topics.
YES, it can be done. NO, we can't tell you how because you didn't post your phone model or Android version.
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Hej robogo1982, jesi dobio moju poruku u privat?
Please i need to know, recently i bought an Xperia Z5 Premium, but i want to root it, will i still get OTA updates?
And if someone can tell me what is the most secure way to root it.
I will thankyou a lot of your help, thanks:highfive:
OcainD said:
Please i need to know, recently i bought an Xperia Z5 Premium, but i want to root it, will i still get OTA updates?
And if someone can tell me what is the most secure way to root it.
I will thankyou a lot of your help, thanks:highfive:
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If you use systemless root, you should be able to take updates; you'll have to unlock the bootloader and flash a custom kernel. Take a look at either SuperSU or Magisk.
Why would you need OTA, just flash newest version with flashtool and that's it.
And the most easiest way to root, is to :
unlock bootloader, flash latest 32.2.A.5.11 firmware using flashtool, and then flash patched stock kernel( twrp included), and flash latest supersu using TWRP (it will be installed systemless). Cheers
You won't receive any OTAs once you unlock your bootloader.
furkandeger said:
You won't receive any OTAs once you unlock your bootloader.
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BTW, I will use this toolkit: https://drfone.wondershare.com/android-root.html
(Yes my xperia is supported by the toolkit)
Does this will unlock my bootloader?i dont want to loose OTA and i will only uninstall some bloatware and hide the button bar
OcainD said:
BTW, I will use this toolkit: https://drfone.wondershare.com/android-root.html
(Yes my xperia is supported by the toolkit)
Does this will unlock my bootloader?i dont want to loose OTA and i will only uninstall some bloatware and hide the button bar
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As far as I know, there is currently no way of rooting Xperia Z5 without unlocking the bootloader. If you decide to do so, don't forget to take TA backup before doing it.
furkandeger said:
As far as I know, there is currently no way of rooting Xperia Z5 without unlocking the bootloader. If you decide to do so, don't forget to take TA backup before doing it.
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Thanks mate, anyway i will wait for Nougat update to root my device
I wonder what would happend if somebody try to unlock device which has unlockable BL status...does he brick the phone or something other...
Sony Z5 black
Nah, it just fails to unlock.
BACKUP DRM KEYS BEFORE UNLOCKING !!!!! Just in case anything goes wrong and you need to take your phone to service center (so you won't void your warrenty)