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[Q] Japanese (AU) version?

What roms will work with the Japanese version of the z3? Specifically for the carrier AU. When I go to model number under settings it says SOL26.

SOL26 Unrootable
scash said:
What roms will work with the Japanese version of the z3? Specifically for the carrier AU. When I go to model number under settings it says SOL26.
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I live in Japan and have the same model. As you said its the Xperia Z3 for Japan and unfortunately it can't be unlocked and is therefore unrootable at present so there are no roms that can be loaded on it. The likelihood of finding some way to unlock it and root it are very very slim.

Blasphemer666 said:
I live in Japan and have the same model. As you said its the Xperia Z3 for Japan and unfortunately it can't be unlocked and is therefore unrootable at present so there are no roms that can be loaded on it. The likelihood of finding some way to unlock it and root it are very very slim.
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CHECK THIS

SOL26 Root! Yay!!
buidoidaihiep said:
CHECK THIS
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Awesome, Buidoihiep! Many thanks for that. :good:
Still a little fearful to try it. Also came across this. If you have a moment have a look. Would like to hear what you think.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujutnA_76kw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NlBY3ScgFA
Really would like to root the SOL26 but still have doubts (DRM Key worries...etc.).
Again, big thanks!

I think the first link you provided is the same way in Here
and the 2nd one is how to unlock sol26 with NSCK code.
the 2nd link and the 1st one is total different.
for evidencing, just look at attachement. Hope this to encourage you

SOL26 Root
buidoidaihiep said:
I think the first link you provided is the same way in Here
and the 2nd one is how to unlock sol26 with NSCK code.
the 2nd link and the 1st one is total different.
for evidencing, just look at attachement. Hope this to encourage you
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Thanks for the encouragement. I was pretty sure the second link was an unlock key for a Docomo-brand SOL26 so was hesitant to use that key.
Correct me if I'm wrong but I think we have the same model and carrier (AU-KDDI?) :highfive:
So, you're recommending that first link root method? If I'm hearing that guy correctly he's rooting without unlocking the bootloader which sounds good to me.
Apparently I can keep my DRM keys and everything else intact by rooting that way. I'm not really interested in trying out new roms or anything (did enough of that when
I still had my HTC Desire HD ) so it seems like the best way to go. I'd be more than grateful for any more advice you can give about rooting our model and again huge
thanks for all your help. If you're ever in Kyoto I'll buy you a beer!

Blasphemer666 said:
Thanks for the encouragement. I was pretty sure the second link was an unlock key for a Docomo-brand SOL26 so was hesitant to use that key.
Correct me if I'm wrong but I think we have the same model and carrier (AU-KDDI?) :highfive:
So, you're recommending that first link root method? If I'm hearing that guy correctly he's rooting without unlocking the bootloader which sounds good to me.
Apparently I can keep my DRM keys and everything else intact by rooting that way. I'm not really interested in trying out new roms or anything (did enough of that when
I still had my HTC Desire HD ) so it seems like the best way to go. I'd be more than grateful for any more advice you can give about rooting our model and again huge
thanks for all your help. If you're ever in Kyoto I'll buy you a beer!
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Yes, I've got SOL26 too
Sure, you can root without unlock bootloader (I wonder how to unlock it because that's impossible with AU-KDDI or carrier model when unlock bootloader status allow = No)
Because you do not unlock bootloader, so no harm to your DRM key.
You must follow as the guide to root because you cannot root directly with AU-KDDI firmware.
By the way, I'm not in Kyoto but in Ho Chi Minh

Cyanogenmod for Z3 international work with Sol26 or not ?

Is sol26 CDMA or GSM phone?

buidoidaihiep said:
CHECK THIS
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Hi
I have a sol26 then I flashed a global version rom without excluding partition ?
How can I fix it plz
Thanks

mysara saad said:
Hi
I have a sol26 then I flashed a global version rom without excluding partition
How can I fix it plz
Thanks
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try re-flash sol26 partition:

hi my friend can i use this for sol26 6603 , 32gig?

[Q] How to root Sony Xperia D6653 OS 4.4.4 on build 23.0.1.A.1.49?

I have searched and I cannot find a root method for the Sony Xperia Z3 (D6653) I have which is running Android OS 4.4.4 and the firmware version is 23.0.1.A.1.49 - can this specific Z3 be rooted? If anyone can point me in the right direction I would be very grateful.
Many thanks.
ianwuk

ianwuk said:
I have searched and I cannot find a root method for the Sony Xperia Z3 (D6653) I have which is running Android OS 4.4.4 and the firmware version is 23.0.1.A.1.49 - can this specific Z3 be rooted? If anyone can point me in the right direction I would be very grateful.
Many thanks.
ianwuk
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search for griefroot, that will give you the only way to root a z3 on a locked bootloader

gregbradley said:
search for griefroot, that will give you the only way to root a z3 on a locked bootloader
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I have already unlocked the bootloader using Sony's website. What are my rooting options for this device with an unlocked bootloader?
Many thanks.
ianwuk

ianwuk said:
I have already unlocked the bootloader using Sony's website. What are my rooting options for this device with an unlocked bootloader?
Many thanks.
ianwuk
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Flash an insecure kernel from the development section
look for advanced stock kernel....
If you have unlocked then it is SOOOOOOo easy to root....
EDIT
Say goodbye to your DRM keys though, if you unlock before rooting you will never see them again. You may want to look in the cross device development section to see the thread about restoring DRM functionality.

gregbradley said:
Flash an insecure kernel from the development section
look for advanced stock kernel....
If you have unlocked then it is SOOOOOOo easy to root....
EDIT
Say goodbye to your DRM keys though, if you unlock before rooting you will never see them again. You may want to look in the cross device development section to see the thread about restoring DRM functionality.
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Can I assume flashing this kernel would be fine?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/orig-development/d66xx-cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-7-root-t2890116

ianwuk said:
Can I assume flashing this kernel would be fine?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/orig-development/d66xx-cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-7-root-t2890116
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Should be, they're are others in the development section as well
Just make sure you read the requirements to make sure your phone and firmware are supported

gregbradley said:
Should be, they're are others in the development section as well
Just make sure you read the requirements to make sure your phone and firmware are supported
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I tried it but now I have lost wifi on the device and I am flashing it back to stock. I have searched in the development section and I cannot seem to find anything for 23.0.1.A.1.49 other than the above.

Custom Roms That Don't Require Bootloader Unlock? (for Xperia L)

Hi Guys,
I'm new to this whole Android tech stuff, but recently I decided to try cyanogenmod on my Xperia L device. But the thing is that the Bootloader access is restricted by default, so I can't install it. Can you show me any Custom Roms that don't need the Bootloader to be unlocked? Or if there is a way to unlock the Bootloader, even if unlocking is not allowed on my phone?
Thank you in advance!

There is no way to install custom rom without unlocking bootloader.and yes our device(Xperia L) is unlockbale.
Find hear.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/general/tutorial-bootloader-unlocking-relocking-t2332900
And stryflex is the best rom for our device.

LernenBoy said:
Hi Guys,
I'm new to this whole Android tech stuff, but recently I decided to try cyanogenmod on my Xperia L device. But the thing is that the Bootloader access is restricted by default, so I can't install it. Can you show me any Custom Roms that don't need the Bootloader to be unlocked? Or if there is a way to unlock the Bootloader, even if unlocking is not allowed on my phone?
Thank you in advance!
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You can try this one here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/development/rom-z3-stryder-rom-t2991955
durgesh2401 said:
And stryflex is the best rom for our device.
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Stryflex is a pretty good one ,but You can't decide which one is the best
SdtBarbarossa said:
Banrom is the best!
Features:
- you learn how to respect the rules
- you learn to not ask for eta
- you learn to not ask for best rom
- you learn to respect others work
Best is you test the 24h demo version before you flash the fullversion
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durgesh2401 said:
There is no way to install custom rom without unlocking bootloader.and yes our device(Xperia L) is unlockbale.
Find hear.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/general/tutorial-bootloader-unlocking-relocking-t2332900
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Well, I checked out the tutorial, but it does mention that if bootloader unlock is restricted, then I can't do much. However, I might try to flash the rom what n78 shadow mentioned:
n78 shadow said:
You can try this one here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xper...r-rom-t2991955
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I'll would love to test it, but is it possible to flash it without unlocking the bootloader?

LernenBoy said:
Well, I checked out the tutorial, but it does mention that if bootloader unlock is restricted, then I can't do much. However, I might try to flash the rom what n78 shadow mentioned:
I'll would love to test it, but is it possible to flash it without unlocking the bootloader?
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yes , but you must deodex your rom.
And if you want to install recovery without unlocking try this one out:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/orig-development/cwm-recovery-installer-t2589320
Good luck

If your bootloader status is unlock not allowed,you can try the ROMs which are for locked bootloader otherwise you can unlock your bootloader can flash any rom

n78 shadow said:
yes , but you must deodex your rom.
And if you want to install recovery without unlocking try this one out:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/orig-development/cwm-recovery-installer-t2589320
Good luck
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It took me a while to figure things out, but I actually managed to get the custom rom working! Thank you very much for the help!

Which Smartphones have Unlockable Bootloader & Can be rooted?

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According to Sir Zelendel's recommendations and this website's list of top smartphones, I have the four products to choose the refurbished/pre-used smartphones from:
Google Pixel
Samsung Galaxy
One Plus
Honor
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So my next query is:
Can the earlier editions/versions of these products also have their bootloaders unlocked/re-locked and be rooted/unrooted?
The explanation behind my brief query in details:
I have assimilated what my teacher here has advised.
I decided that I will buy a 2nd hand, Out-Of-Warranty smartphone for regular use and all sorts of experimentation.
I have been perusing the forum threads. I then searched the forum threads via Google (I know how to ) for better results . Appears that I have found some encouraging posts.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/help-stuck-bootloader-unlocked-warning-t3405091
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/bootloader-unlocked-t3694918
The problem is that people don't leave proper information about whether their problem was solved. This creates problems for the newcomers. They dont have enough guidance.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-one-m8-convert-to-stock-receive-ota-t3260299
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-signal-t3166641
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/dev-love-umi-plus-e-t3533243
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/huawei-ascend-p6s-refuses-to-boot-t2826536
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/req-walmart-black-friday-tablet-lenovo-t3508508/page9
Skimmed them. A few of them look encouraging. Will take some time to assimilate
I also found that the forum lists the following as the top SmPh:
[QUOTE="forum.xda-developers.com/Forums→Top Phones" ]Samsung Galaxy S9
One Plus 5T
Google Pixel 2
One Plus 5
Samsung Galaxy S8+[/QUOTE]
I assume that these mobiles can have their bootloader unlocked as well as the OS rooted?
I remember from my earlier lesson that Honor and One Plus 5T are definitely compatible with my plan to experiment.
Since these are new arrivals in the market, I might not find a 2nd hand SmPh from these said models.
So based on your vast experience, please feel free to advise me to go ahead and buy a SmPh in which I could exercise either of the two options: unlock the bootloader and root/unroot the OS.

rajibando said:
Post amended for better notability:
According to Sir Zelendel's recommendations and this website's list of top smartphones, I have the four products to choose the refurbished/pre-used smartphones from:
So my next query is:
Can the earlier editions/versions of these products also have their bootloaders unlocked/re-locked and be rooted/unrooted?
The explanation behind my brief query in details:
I have assimilated what my teacher here has advised.
I decided that I will buy a 2nd hand, Out-Of-Warranty smartphone for regular use and all sorts of experimentation.
I have been perusing the forum threads. I then searched the forum threads via Google (I know how to ) for better results . Appears that I have found some encouraging posts.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/help-stuck-bootloader-unlocked-warning-t3405091
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/bootloader-unlocked-t3694918
The problem is that people don't leave proper information about whether their problem was solved. This creates problems for the newcomers. They dont have enough guidance.
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-one-m8-convert-to-stock-receive-ota-t3260299
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/htc-signal-t3166641
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/dev-love-umi-plus-e-t3533243
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/huawei-ascend-p6s-refuses-to-boot-t2826536
forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/req-walmart-black-friday-tablet-lenovo-t3508508/page9
Skimmed them. A few of them look encouraging. Will take some time to assimilate
I also found that the forum lists the following as the top SmPh:
I assume that these mobiles can have their bootloader unlocked as well as the OS rooted?
I remember from my earlier lesson that Honor and One Plus 5T are definitely compatible with my plan to experiment.
Since these are new arrivals in the market, I might not find a 2nd hand SmPh from these said models.
So based on your vast experience, please feel free to advise me to go ahead and buy a SmPh in which I could exercise either of the two options: unlock the bootloader and root/unroot the OS.
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Just a little clearification. All devices come locked when you open the box. Unlocking the bootloader and rooting it are allowed on those devices and on the One plus devices it doesnt void your warranty. Unlocking and rooting are really easy. a couple of PC commands, and one zip flash and boom you are unlocked and rooted.

Thank you, Sir.
But can those smartphones, that can easily be unrooted and their bootloaders, unlocked, be again re-rooted and bootloaders, locked, after necessary amendments, respectively?
After I have bought one of these devices I shall proceed to seek advice on how to do these.
In the meanwhile, and needless to say, I shall also search the forum posts using Google, for further info.
Thank you, Sir, for replying to the post.
Regards

zelendel said:
Just a little clearification. All devices come locked when you open the box. Unlocking the bootloader and rooting it are allowed on those devices and on the One plus devices it doesnt void your warranty. Unlocking and rooting are really easy. a couple of PC commands, and one zip flash and boom you are unlocked and rooted.
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But sir mine device is not unlocking by easy or common methods .. Can you help me to unlock bootloader or root it ?
Device - 10.or E
Chipset - msm8937
Kernel sources are also available but stock firmware not available yet!

rajibando said:
Thank you, Sir.
But can those smartphones, that can easily be unrooted and their bootloaders, unlocked, be again re-rooted and bootloaders, locked, after necessary amendments, respectively?
After I have bought one of these devices I shall proceed to seek advice on how to do these.
In the meanwhile, and needless to say, I shall also search the forum posts using Google, for further info.
Thank you, Sir, for replying to the post.
Regards
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Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command.
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search.
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Shivom786 said:
But sir mine device is not unlocking by easy or common methods .. Can you help me to unlock bootloader or root it ?
Device - 10.or E
Chipset - msm8937
Kernel sources are also available but stock firmware not available yet!
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Not all devices can have an unlocked bootloader. The vast majority cant. I have never even heard of that device so I cant say for sure. But is you cant unlock the bootloader with the switch in developer settings and the PC command then you may have a device that you cant unlock the bootloader on.

zelendel said:
Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command
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Yes, Sir. In Linux it is very simple, almost a no-brainer. But I don't know why the Android programmers have made the issue complicated.
zelendel said:
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search
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Okay, I will remember.
Thanks for everything, till date.

rajibando said:
Yes, Sir. In Linux it is very simple, almost a no-brainer. But I don't know why the Android programmers have made the issue complicated.
Okay, I will remember.
Thanks for everything, till date.
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In Linux you don't really remove root access. It is still there in the system. Not so on Android due to it being turned off in the kernel and having no built in UI.

zelendel said:
Yes removing root is as simple as flashing a stock rom and then relocking the bootloader with one PC command.
If you have Firefox on PC you can use the XDA search plug in. It is far better then the built in search.
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Not all devices can have an unlocked bootloader. The vast majority cant. I have never even heard of that device so I cant say for sure. But is you cant unlock the bootloader with the switch in developer settings and the PC command then you may have a device that you cant unlock the bootloader on.
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The device and company is new sir launched in previous year.
Any way to fully confirm that bootloader is not unlockable of this device or can't root this device?

Shivom786 said:
The device and company is new sir launched in previous year.
Any way to fully confirm that bootloader is not unlockable of this device or can't root this device?
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You will have to contact the oem.

Thanks of replying!
zelendel said:
In Linux you don't really remove root access. It is still there in the system.
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Sir, I see the above couple of lines as an opportunity to exchange smile!
Yes, true, we just allow some commands and users to become root, and then remove the root privileges.
zelendel said:
Not so on Android due to it being turned off in the kernel and having no built in UI.
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This part I don't really understand because of my lack of experience with android.
I am studying android-x86, but I am not making much of a headway.
I would really want to know as to how is it turned off in the Kernel. Which portions of the kernels are removed, or hashed/silenced.

Please create your own thread & post your questions there, Mr.Shivom
A minor request to Mr. Shivom786.
Could you please create your own thread and ask your questions there please? This is my thread where I am seeking advice. Only my advisors are supposed to have posted here. This is an unwritten decency code that is supposed to be maintained in conversations.
I apologise for using the word 'decency' explicitly, Mr. Shivom, and hope that I shall be apologised.
If you have a problem creating a thread I could help you. You could click in xda-developers → General discussion → Questions and Answers, and use the "New Thread" button.
Please don't forget to click the 'Thanks' button below this post if you believe you were helped .

Also depends on your carrier. Like the S7 Edge on T Mobile is locked. Sucks. I'm searching for a new phone but a lot is locked on T Mobile it seems
Sent from my SM-G935T using XDA-Developers Legacy app

UPDATE: They stopped doing that with Android 9. How much worse is the Camera after Bootloader Unlock?

UPDATE: Turns out they stopped doing that with Android 9 Devices (according to XDA) so this can be closed now)
I've heard that after a Bootloader Unlock the Camera Firmware is changed so the Camera is worse. Is this true and how much worse is it from a locked bootloader? Let's say locked is 100% Would unlock be 75%, 80%?
Thanks

Also, could this difference be mitigated by GCAM for example?

DeblaGaming said:
Also, could this difference be mitigated by GCAM for example?
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Camera will be fine and Gcam won't improve anything. Current Gcam app has a long way to go before it's level with the stock app

Mackay53 said:
Camera will be fine and Gcam won't improve anything. Current Gcam app has a long way to go before it's level with the stock app
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I heard that you could save the DRM Keys for the device. If this is possible with these more recent devices could you provide a Guide that would work Thanks

DeblaGaming said:
I heard that you could save the DRM Keys for the device. If this is possible with these more recent devices could you provide a Guide that would work Thanks
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That's not been possible for a few years now

Mackay53 said:
That's not been possible for a few years now
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Oh that sucks thanks for letting me know

Hello to the participants of this thread,
I don't know if Mackay53 is right saying that it isn't possible for years to save DRM keys. I ordered a Sony Xperia 5 II with the intention to root it and searching the internet I found this article:
Amazing Temp Root for MediaTek ARMv8 [2020-08-24] (wrong link!!! Correct one see right below)​May be it works and I'll give it a try when my phone arrives. It lets you at least backup your TA partition, but I don't know if the TA POC patch will work on the firmware to mount the backup on a rooted device...

klausstoertebeker said:
Hello to the participants of this thread,
I don't know if Mackay53 is right saying that it isn't possible for years to save DRM keys. I ordered a Sony Xperia 5 II with the intention to root it and searching the internet I found this article:
Amazing Temp Root for MediaTek ARMv8 [2020-08-24]​May be it works and I'll give it a try when my phone arrives. It lets you at least backup your TA partition, but I don't know if the TA POC patch will work on the firmware to mount the backup on a rooted device...
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That's for phones with MediaTek chips so it's not going to work and not even worth trying.
Sony also make it extremely difficult to get the keys.
If it was possible to gain temp root we'd know all about it.

AAAAAAAAH!
Mackay53 you are right. Must have been fingertrouble, combined with a "read and understand" malfunction. I ment this link:
temp root exploit for sony XPERIA 1 and XPERIA 5 with android 10 firmware including temporal magisk setup from the exploit
The author talks about Sony Xperia 5 with Android 10, but may be it will work on a Sony Xperia 5 II with Android 10 too.
I'm sorry for posting an obviously wrong link...