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i tried rooting the new firmware and it was a success, i now have root and dual recovery installed on stock 4.3
here's the other link i posted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48805157#post48805157
here's how. (my device is locked BL)
LINKS UPDATED!! (recovery)
1.Backed up my TA Partition
2.Flashed the official .569 ftf using flashtool
3.Unlocked my ZL's bootloader
4.Flash this kernel to get recovery (thanks Minthun46) http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=700#downloads extract the boot.img and flash it using fastboot or flashtool (fastboot mode)
5.Flash Supersu fix zip and dual recovery (thanks NUT) SUPERSU fix.zip http://nut.xperia-files.com/download.php?dlid=U3VwZXJTVV9maXg=
recovery that i used http://nut.xperia-files.com (download the latest flashable zip for ZL)
6.Re flash .569 ftf exclude everything except kernel and fotakernel.
7.Restore TA Backup.
FOR UNLOCKED BL
just follow step 2, 4, 5, and 6
VOILA!!! device is now rooted and has working recovery
PS
Will only work for ZL that can be bootloader unlock.
Hit thanks if it helps you.
Don't put Locked BL in the title, you only managed to root because your phone was unlockable. Putting Locked BL in the title states that your bootloader can also be locked for this method to work, and but unless your ZL can be bootloader unlocked, this method cannot be used for locked BL
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Don't put Locked BL in the title, you only managed to root because your phone was unlockable. Putting Locked BL in the title states that your bootloader can also be locked for this method to work, and but unless your ZL can be bootloader unlocked, this method cannot be used for locked BL
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Yeah i forgot that some bl are unlockable thanks for bringing that up.
Did it updated baseband?
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Did it updated baseband?
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baseband is .51 not sure if thats new from the leaked one.
I flash ZL-lockeddualrecovery2.7.60-BETA.zip , no CWM , no TWRP and got bootloop
can you post correct package ?
Soheil_rf said:
I flash ZL-lockeddualrecovery2.7.60-BETA.zip , no CWM , no TWRP and got bootloop
can you post correct package ?
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this is the recovery i used http://nut.xperia-files.com/download.php?dlid=WkwtbG9ja2VkZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjQzLUJFVEE=
if you still get bootloop just root it and install recovery using your pc. use nut's dual recovery for lockedbootloader for windows.
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this is the recovery i used http://nut.xperia-files.com/download.php?dlid=WkwtbG9ja2VkZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjQzLUJFVEE=
if you still get bootloop just root it and install recovery using your pc. use nut's dual recovery for lockedbootloader for windows.
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Thanks mate , I root it again and relock bootloader with TA
root is enough
dyepnoodle said:
i tried rooting the new firmware and it was a success, i now have root and dual recovery installed on stock 4.3
4.Flash this kernel to get recovery (thanks Minthun46) http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2450565 extract the boot.img and flash it using fastboot or flashtool (fastboot mode)
5.Flash Supersu fix zip and dual recovery (thanks NUT) http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2567266
recovery that i used http://nut.xperia-files.com/download.php?dlid=WkwtbG9ja2VkZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjQzLUJFVEE
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Both links are 404 Could you please share?
Anyway, since I am at linux, I've made mu TA backup using Flashtool (RAW Backup). is this alrigh to restore?
Thx,
Kernel and SuperSU link that you gave are invalid. "404 Page Not Found". Can you share it again?
renzzoman said:
Kernel and SuperSU link that you gave are invalid. "404 Page Not Found". Can you share it again?
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Link updated pls check OP. Kernel, SuperSU fix and Dual recovery link added
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Link updated pls check OP. Kernel, SuperSU fix and Dual recovery link added
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Ok, thanks:good:
will these step factory reset the device or will it keep all my apps/settings?
Is the purpose of relocking the device is to keep bravia engine?
CowMix said:
will these step factory reset the device or will it keep all my apps/settings?
Is the purpose of relocking the device is to keep bravia engine?
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It will reset your device if u put a check on wipe apps log on flashtool. I recommend a clean install to avoid problems.
Yes i relocked it to regain BE2 for photos
I already updated my phone to 4.3 version, but I'm really missing the root, so, my question is, can i make a rollback to 4.2 version using the flhashtool without any problem?
Ty
CHaPoCA said:
I already updated my phone to 4.3 version, but I'm really missing the root, so, my question is, can i make a rollback to 4.2 version using the flhashtool without any problem?
Ty
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yes, no problem
Att Gustavo RD78
Another question. I want only root and stock kernel, so, in the step 6 what i have to do? Or I'll got the stock kernel following his steps?
CHaPoCA said:
Another question. I want only root and stock kernel, so, in the step 6 what i have to do? Or I'll got the stock kernel following his steps?
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if you follow the whole steps, youll have root and stock kernel.
Thanks guys for all your help. My device is now with 4.3 version and rooted! XD
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Thanks guys for all your help. My device is now with 4.3 version and rooted! XD
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glad to help.
We all have gotten a sneak peek of Sony's lollipop update onto our beloved z1 compact. Through the many ways available I for instance used an ftf file. But they do not come pre-rooted like the zip file alternatives.
The only way to root ftf I am told is to flash a kernel pre-installed with a recovery then flash SuperSU zip. I have flashed like 3 different boot.imgs only to find no TWRP/Philz/cmw recovery.
Can anyone give me a WORKING kernel that will boot into a recovery? Would really appreciate this.
Found my solution
Edit: I just found a cm11 snapshot boot.img kernel, flashed it. Booted to recovery and flashed a pre-rooted rom zip. Easy as pie.
Thanks all.
Just flash KK firmware 108, root it, install recovery latest version, and afterwards flash any customised prerooted ROM of your choice.
kokkss said:
Just flash KK firmware 108, root it, install recovery latest version, and afterwards flash any customised prerooted ROM of your choice.
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This is too much work. Work that I have to do. It's the only way to root this ftf. damn it
It's up to you.
I've done it.
I made a pre-rooted ftf using PRF creator and compiling the SUPERSU v2.37 and Z1C locked dual recovery 2.8.12 from Nuts site.
You can use Xperifirm to download the the firmware, then use Flashtool to decrypt the fileset and create the FTF, then you're good to go.
Hello guys.Does this method works??Without unlocking the bootloader? http://techchomps.com/root-14-5-a-0-242-android-5-0-lollipop-on-sony-xperia-z1-compact/
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Hello guys.Does this method works??Without unlocking the bootloader? http://techchomps.com/root-14-5-a-0-242-android-5-0-lollipop-on-sony-xperia-z1-compact/
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Hello,
No don't work. With LB, you can't flash boot.img.
So i must unlock it right??Can anyone please send me the directions on how to unlock and root?
martin091 said:
I've done it.
I made a pre-rooted ftf using PRF creator and compiling the SUPERSU v2.37 and Z1C locked dual recovery 2.8.12 from Nuts site.
You can use Xperifirm to download the the firmware, then use Flashtool to decrypt the fileset and create the FTF, then you're good to go.
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Awesome, which version region did you use? Mind sharing?
I am almost running out of options
So after everything done can we restore TA partition and relock the bootloader?
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bumjrah said:
Awesome, which version region did you use? Mind sharing?
I am almost running out of options
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I'm from the UK but I used the "Customized US" version. It works all the same, I've put together a UK one now but I'll need to wipe data before I can use it.
I'd share if I didn't have awful internet. The file is massive, unfortunately.
You'll find multiple threads on how to do different parts.
You need to create your pre-rooted firmware, then you'll need to download KK with Xperifirm (probably .108) and flash it with Flashtool.
Root KK using Easy Root Tool and install XZDualRecovery using the desktop client.
Once you're rooted with SuperSU/SuperUser and Recovery you can install the pre-rooted firmware (PRF) as a flashable zip within Recovery itself.
There's also work arounds for Xposed which you can find too, I've used them and it's all working as it should for now.
I also have a locked bootloader, so don't worry about unlocking it. I'll have a look around for the threads I used and post any I find.
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Working Xposed work-around
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60298690&postcount=123?
FR pre-rooted firmware with extras (not sure on your region or if it'll work properly. Worth a try?)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/14-5-0-242customizedfrpre-t3083055
PRF Creator
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904
Xperifirm
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Flashtool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2335555
I'll leave you to find your own SuperSU or SuperUser zip, same with XZDualRecovery as they're frequently updated so you're better off finding the latest versions.
But how can you flash 108 if you are already on 242 and you have a locked bootloader? You must unlock it first...
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BlackArtsInc said:
But how can you flash 108 if you are already on 242 and you have a locked bootloader? You must unlock it first...
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What I did is that I downgraded with Flashtool, rooted KK, and then flashed a prerooted rom through the recovery. No need to unlock the bootloader.
c6nsor9d said:
What I did is that I downgraded with Flashtool, rooted KK, and then flashed a prerooted rom through the recovery. No need to unlock the bootloader.
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How did you downgrade really?
You just flashed the 157 FTF in flashmode? It's doable?
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BlackArtsInc said:
How did you downgrade really?
You just flashed the 157 FTF in flashmode? It's doable?
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OK, there seems to be some loss in translation somewhere. Hope this will clear up some stuff:
1. Flash KitKat (kernel, system, everything).
2. Root it.
3. Install recovery (here)
4. Since you don't want to make your own pre-rooted firmware, here. Click on 'Google Drive' for the zip, and FTF. You need both.
5. Put the zip in your SD card/internal.
6. Boot into recovery and clear all data (dalvik, system, data, everything).
7. Flash the zip. DO NOT REBOOT.
8. Shutdown and use Flashtool to flash the .ftf you downloaded. Check System and Baseband on the 'exclude' column.
9. Have fun!
@dazzerfong OK,first of all thanks for your answer. What I'm asking is how did you do the first step with locked bootloader.
Flashtool->Flashmode->KitKat 157 FTF->Then root it blah blah?
Are these steps correct or not? Im about to try today cos I really miss root on my phone.
If you are already on Lollipop and your bootloader is locked you can get root this way.
1.Download the correct KitKat (.157) ROM for your country/operator using Xperifim.
Convert it to FTF using Flashtool. (there are tutorials,search)
2.Flash the FTF you created using Flashtool's Flashmode. Include everything.
3.Root your KitKat (.157) using the forum's tutorials and also install [NUT]'s recovery.
4.Boot into recovery and flash your pre rooted ROM in flashable zip format.
(There are also tutorials on how to create this with Xperifim and PRF programs).
5.Enjoy rooted Lollipop with locked bootloader.
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BlackArtsInc said:
@dazzerfong OK,first of all thanks for your answer. What I'm asking is how did you do the first step with locked bootloader.
Flashtool->Flashmode->KitKat 157 FTF->Then root it blah blah?
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Yep! All done with locked bootloader (or, if you want, unlocked, but you're wasting your time if you're unlocked). So, first you flash the FTF of a KitKat ROM.
Rooting, use Towelroot or something. No idea why, but Towelroot refuses to play with my TWRP (recovery), so I used the old method.
@dazzerfong
One last question cos I just did all the steps but I couldnt reboot into Lollipop after flashing my pre rooted rom zip file.
6. Boot into recovery and clear all data (dalvik, system, data, everything).
7. Flash the zip. DO NOT REBOOT.
8. Shutdown and use Flashtool to flash the .ftf you downloaded.
Check System and Baseband on the 'exclude' column.
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On step 8 which FTF you mean exactly? I assume you mean the FTF from which you created
your pre rooted zip initially? In my case the Customized GR version?
N.
BlackArtsInc said:
@dazzerfong
One last question cos I just did all the steps but I couldnt reboot into Lollipop after flashing my pre rooted rom zip file.
On step 8 which FTF you mean exactly? I assume you mean the FTF from which you created
your pre rooted zip initially? In my case the Customized GR version?
N.
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You should have downloaded 2 things so far: the zip, and the FTF. That FTF is Lollipop stock: doesn't matter where it's from. Flash that in Flashtool, but remember to check 'System' and 'Baseband' in the 'Exclude' column.
BlackArtsInc said:
How did you downgrade really?
You just flashed the 157 FTF in flashmode? It's doable?
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Downgrade to .108 (with flashtool) in order to directly root the phone, whereas with .157, you'll have to flash an older kernel with flashtool in order to get root.
Once rooted, just get yourself a flashable prerooted firmware (zip file) and flash it from the recovery (after a wipe factory reset; wipe data; wipe cache; wipe Davilk Cache and Wipe System).
I tried to update to lollipop and root it but to of no avail. I tried to read many blogs and F*pieces but can not get any thing good. I am using KitKiat 4.4.4 14.A.0.157 rooted. I want to download the latest lollipop version and root it with Custom recovery. I do not want any messed with custom lollipops as i do not trust other people easily. If there is some smooth tool method to simply click and run root method , kindly share with me. If it is not possible and the only way to get a rooted lollipop is by using custom messed up lollipop ftf then paste it here in great simple details I am ready to follow this method. Thanks :laugh::laugh::silly::silly::silly::highfive::highfive:
LOL OK.So,how about using the guides to create your own Lollipop? Not that hard.
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BlackArtsInc said:
LOL OK.So,how about using the guides to create your own Lollipop? Not that hard.
Not sent by me.
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okay I am ready to make my own custom ftf. how can I make one? kindly make it simple and smaller.
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noob_coder said:
okay I am ready to make my own custom ftf. how can I make one? kindly make it simple and smaller.
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1. Using XperiFirm (Xperia Firmware Downloader developed by Igor Eisberg) to download desired firmware from Sony server.
2. Using Flash Tool to create your own TFT.
3. Using PRFCreator (Pre-Rooted Firmware Creator developed by zxz0O0) to create your own flashable zip file of Pre-rooted Lollipop firmware.
You may also need SuperSU Update and XZDualRecovery
On my Z1c Lollipop i become no root access. Not with prerooted flashable zip and not with my selfmade flashable zip.
My Z1c is LB and on rooted .108 firmware. After flash preerooted Lollipop the SuperSu app gives my Apps rootaccess, but the apps mean no root viable. (TitaniumBackup or SD-Maid)
Why?
wuhoatu said:
1. Using XperiFirm (Xperia Firmware Downloader developed by Igor Eisberg) to download desired firmware from Sony server.
2. Using Flash Tool to create your own TFT.
3. Using PRFCreator (Pre-Rooted Firmware Creator developed by zxz0O0) to create your own flashable zip file of Pre-rooted Lollipop firmware.
You may also need SuperSU Update and XZDualRecovery
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Is this for BOOTLOADER UNLOCKED phone or with LOCKED BOOTLOADER PHONE?
noob_coder said:
Is this for BOOTLOADER UNLOCKED phone or with LOCKED BOOTLOADER PHONE?
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Booth locked BL and unlocked BL. Because it is unmodified STOCK firmware and kernel.
heross said:
On my Z1c Lollipop i become no root access.
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You mean "get no root access".
Not with prerooted flashable zip and not with my selfmade flashable zip.
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If for some reason the "downloaded prerooted" method does not work, whatever went wrong will probably also prevent your selfmade zip from working. So I'd try to get the downloaded one to work before trying a homegrown one.
no root viable.
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Do you mean "visible"? What happens when you try "su -", then "id" in a terminal app?
Why?
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Maybe the /system partition was not flashed properly. Please be more specific in what you tried. Which instructions did you follow?
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1. Using XperiFirm (Xperia Firmware Downloader developed by Igor Eisberg) to download desired firmware from Sony server.
2. Using Flash Tool to create your own TFT.
3. Using PRFCreator (Pre-Rooted Firmware Creator developed by zxz0O0) to create your own flashable zip file of Pre-rooted Lollipop firmware.
You may also need SuperSU Update and XZDualRecovery
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I followed your steps for homemade custom lollipop flashbale prerooted room, I got lollipop installation working but without neither the root access nor the custom recovery. What the hell got wrong during the installation process? :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
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wuhoatu said:
1. Using XperiFirm (Xperia Firmware Downloader developed by Igor Eisberg) to download desired firmware from Sony server.
2. Using Flash Tool to create your own TFT.
3. Using PRFCreator (Pre-Rooted Firmware Creator developed by zxz0O0) to create your own flashable zip file of Pre-rooted Lollipop firmware.
You may also need SuperSU Update and XZDualRecovery
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noob_coder said:
I followed your steps for homemade custom lollipop flashbale prerooted room, I got lollipop installation working but without neither the root access nor the custom recovery. What the hell got wrong during the installation process?
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Above said is step-by-step to get flashable zip file only. Install it on your phone as follows:
1. Downgrade to KitKat (4.4.2 is recommended because it can be rooted directly)
2. Install Custom Recovery (Philz Touch is recommendable because I have boot loop with TWRP)
you cap bypass these step if already have Custom Recovery
3. Copy flashable zip file to SD Card
4. Reboot your phone to Recovery mode and wipe you phone (wipe for clean installation is recommended) or format system. DO NOT REBOOT after that.
5. Install flashable zip file from SD Card then powever off your phone
6. Using FlashTool to flash your phone with TFT file EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy your phone with rooted Lollipop
wuhoatu said:
Above said is step-by-step to get flashable zip file only. Install it on your phone as follows:
1. Downgrade to KitKat (4.4.2 is recommended because it can be rooted directly)
2. Install Custom Recovery (Philz Touch is recommendable because I have boot loop with TWRP)
you cap bypass these step if already have Custom Recovery
3. Copy flashable zip file to SD Card
4. Reboot your phone to Recovery mode and wipe you phone (wipe for clean installation is recommended) or format system. DO NOT REBOOT after that.
5. Install flashable zip file from SD Card then powever off your phone
6. Using FlashTool to flash your phone with TFT file EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy your phone with rooted Lollipop
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Why kitkat 4.4.2 when I have 4.4.4 working with root access? Will it work I mean your procedure to install with my 4.4.4 rooted kitkat installation? :what:
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noob_coder said:
Why kitkat 4.4.2 when I have 4.4.4 working with root access? Will it work I mean your procedure to install with my 4.4.4 rooted kitkat installation? :what:
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That method will work as long as You have a root, no matter the version. So You can use the 4.4.4 one with root access too.
Mirhawk said:
That method will work as long as You have a root, no matter the version. So You can use the 4.4.4 one with root access too.
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When I followed that process for manually creating a customized lollipop version for my phone, It created ftf file. Now moments ago I was excited to follow the FLASH FROM THE PHILZ TOUC RECOVERY, I formatted everything and now my phone cant use FTF file because It needs the flashable zip format file. How in the world i transform my FTF file into FLASHABLE.zip file??? Be quick because I am now going back to root my KitKat; root it; install philz touch and then follow the method you provided. Tell me how to make ftf into zip file?:cyclops::cyclops:
wuhoatu said:
3. Using PRFCreator (Pre-Rooted Firmware Creator developed by zxz0O0) to create your own flashable zip file of Pre-rooted Lollipop firmware.
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I haven't done yet this process but I suppose this is the step you need. I just read again a previous post
noob_coder said:
When I followed that process for manually creating a customized lollipop version for my phone, It created ftf file. Now moments ago I was excited to follow the FLASH FROM THE PHILZ TOUC RECOVERY, I formatted everything and now my phone cant use FTF file because It needs the flashable zip format file. How in the world i transform my FTF file into FLASHABLE.zip file??? Be quick because I am now going back to root my KitKat; root it; install philz touch and then follow the method you provided. Tell me how to make ftf into zip file?:cyclops::cyclops:
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You can use the PRF Creator to create a flashable FTF. You need the SuperSU and recovery too for it.
Guys my friend got OTA a few weeks ago and now wants root again so i tried to flash .108 and it seemed to flash fine but now just bootloops.. ive flashed several times. What did i do wrong? how can i fix it?
can you be more specific
wuhoatu said:
Above said is step-by-step to get flashable zip file only. Install it on your phone as follows:
1. Downgrade to KitKat (4.4.2 is recommended because it can be rooted directly)
2. Install Custom Recovery (Philz Touch is recommendable because I have boot loop with TWRP)
you cap bypass these step if already have Custom Recovery
3. Copy flashable zip file to SD Card
4. Reboot your phone to Recovery mode and wipe you phone (wipe for clean installation is recommended) or format system. DO NOT REBOOT after that.
5. Install flashable zip file from SD Card then powever off your phone
6. Using FlashTool to flash your phone with TFT file EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy your phone with rooted Lollipop
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Hi can you be more specific on what to wipe at philz touch because there are lots to wipe options in the philz recovery, do i have to wipe all? also from twrp's recovery so please be specific what to wipe because im afraid to wipe all that doesnt have to be wiped,
also after installing flashable zip in the recovery turning off the phone isn't an option there is only restart button there so is it alright to reboot phone after installing flashable zip in recovery then just turn it off after and continue to using flashtool?
and last one, at using flashtool ist it the stock firmware that i need to flash? is it alright to exclude all? or do i have to check the wipes there and also the kernels below excluding system only? thanks
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wuhoatu said:
Above said is step-by-step to get flashable zip file only. Install it on your phone as follows:
1. Downgrade to KitKat (4.4.2 is recommended because it can be rooted directly)
2. Install Custom Recovery (Philz Touch is recommendable because I have boot loop with TWRP)
you cap bypass these step if already have Custom Recovery
3. Copy flashable zip file to SD Card
4. Reboot your phone to Recovery mode and wipe you phone (wipe for clean installation is recommended) or format system. DO NOT REBOOT after that.
5. Install flashable zip file from SD Card then powever off your phone
6. Using FlashTool to flash your phone with TFT file EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy your phone with rooted Lollipop
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Hi, I tried this multiple times, im rooted 4.4.4 then installed dual recovery then from one of those recovery then i installed "flashsable.zip" after installing flashable zip which is in "step 5" you mentioned turning off phone, do i really need to do the "step 6"? because i notice something in step 5 since after installing the flashable zip thru recovery there is no turn off option so i choose to reboot then i noticed i started my phone with lollipop installed and superSU installed, but i still did whats in your procedure which makes things complicated since i thought if i didnt continue to the whole process maybe something might go wrong , so i turned off my phone and continued to step 6, i flashed my phone using the stock firmware of lollipop then what happened is the superSU is gone.
so my main point is do i really have to continue to step 6?? or even just up to step 5 is fine?
if continuing to step 6 is important please be more specific thanks
noob_coder said:
Hi, I tried this multiple times, im rooted 4.4.4 then installed dual recovery then from one of those recovery then i installed "flashsable.zip" after installing flashable zip which is in "step 5" you mentioned turning off phone, do i really need to do the "step 6"? because i notice something in step 5 since after installing the flashable zip thru recovery there is no turn off option so i choose to reboot then i noticed i started my phone with lollipop installed and superSU installed, but i still did whats in your procedure which makes things complicated since i thought if i didnt continue to the whole process maybe something might go wrong , so i turned off my phone and continued to step 6, i flashed my phone using the stock firmware of lollipop then what happened is the superSU is gone.
so my main point is do i really have to continue to step 6?? or even just up to step 5 is fine?
if continuing to step 6 is important please be more specific thanks
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You have to do Step 6 just in case flashable zip file contain SYSTEM ONLY (include Options were not checked when using PRFCreator).
In Step 6, flash your phone with FTF file EXCLUDE SYSTEM. That mean you need to check on System Option within the box of Exclude.
Folks, we already have a thread covering EXACTLY this question - was it really necessary to open a new one to ask all questions over and over again?
Look here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...lp/rooting-z1-compact-stock-lollipop-t3090021
The instructions included there helped me getting from rooted .157 to rooted Lollipop without touching my locked Bootloader, so they might work for others as well.
Mirhawk said:
That method will work as long as You have a root, no matter the version. So You can use the 4.4.4 one with root access too.
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You can use the PRF Creator to create a flashable FTF. You need the SuperSU and recovery too for it.
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THanks buddy. I got my lollipop rooted and working. But there is one thing itching me about lollipop. Even though the camera result looks great in this new OS, but the OS new design theme looks sluggish. I do not feel it is working like it should. I mean a very bad version from SONY. KitKat theme was way more simpler and lighter than this lollipop ****piece. Besides cleanmaster keeps telling me the RAM USAGE around 68%-70% all the time:silly:, even though I applied the same precautions I had on kitkat installation. Kitkat used to run on 70% in heavy usage, otherwise it would run lighter around 46% RAM.
Summing up. Lollipop Version for SONY PHONES, SUCKS
DISCLAIMER
- I am not responsible if you run into a bootloop or you damage your mobile.
- If you run a custom kernel or custom ROM i will not guarantee you may succeed!
- Do it if you know what you do, if not just stop reading anymore!
- If you want Xposed Framework, you need to DEODEX this ROM, Xposed Framework will not work on STOCK ROM Correct me if i am wrong!
If you facing issues with camera or anything else here is your solution, this guys they manage to fix it!
credits to @Geoffxx @anakdayak
Link here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62886909&postcount=67
Hello again
Latest firmware with Lollipop 5.1.1. is here and i make also a flashable zip for Xperia Z1 (C6903), and so far is been released in just few countries. I make it pre rooted as by my side once you have a pre rooted firmware you can be able to manage and delete apps what you don`t need to free space in your mobile.
What do you need:
- Flashable zip
- Mobile phone Xperia Z1 (C6903) - with CWM/TWRP to can flash the zip
- USB Cable (make sure your battery is over 75%)
- Attention and patience
The procedure to flash the zip is the same like in other threads (copy the zip to your external SD Card and from there reboot your phone to CWM/TWRP and select - install zip)
STEPS TO UPDATE FROM ORIGINAL 5.0.2 Lollipop
1 - Download the .zip from the link bellow in Download section
2 - Copy the .zip to your External Memory (SD Card)
3 - Reboot the phone in Dualrecovery (CWM/TWRP/Philz)
4 - Select INSTALL, then
4 - Navigate to SD Card (external memory/sdcard1) and select the .zip you copied on step 2
5 - Confirm to flash the .zip
6 - When it says FINISHED and if all goes without errors select BACK then Reboot System
7 - Wait patiently for Android to Update and to boot up, the first reboot is longer than a normal one (around 5 minutes)
If you have no root access and not dual recovery and you are running Android 5.0.2 you must follow this steps:
1 - Downgrate to original firmare .108 (see below the Downgrate section)
2 - ROOT and INSTALL DUALRECOVERY
3 - Then follow the same steps as i wrote above to Update
The content of zip is
- firmware C6903_14.6.A.1.216_Customized CE [Central Europe] (i found with XperiFirm on thread wrote by @IaguCool so of course credits go to him)
- UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46 credits go to @Chainfire
- LATEST Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.8.22-RELEASE.flashable credits to @[NUT]
I used PRF Creator to make this zip flashable, credits go to @zxz0O0
DOWNGRATE TO 108 http://techbeasts.com/2015/04/14/root-xperia-z1-c6902c6903-14-5-a-0-242-5-0-2-lollipop-with-dual-recovery/
If you have done before flash with dual recovery you may skip the last link, but if it is your first time when you try to do this i highly recommend you to read before each thread including the one on last link.
Download firmware - folder with all firmware's from 14.6.A.0.368 to 14.6.A.1.236
https://mega.nz/#F!fZ5QCAqQ!P7jEDwP-5LeAyxoTVZFGNw
Changelog
Sony Xperia Android 5.0.2 14.5.A.0.270
– Ensured the lock screen / notification bar doesn’t indicate “no service” when the device has coverage
– Added a Sony feature; bringing back the “close-all-button” in the activity menu, so you can easily close all apps at once
– Unblocked devices with server policies (such as Exchange Active Sync for e-mail), to enable the new Lollipop lock-screen notifications
– Ensured the LED light is lit across all sound modes – and no longer offset by “silent”
– Made the necessary fixes to enable the easy movement of content from internal memory to external microSD card (something we saw affecting a few devices)
– Improved messaging functionality in Ultra stamina mode – some conversations could not be opened before in Ultra stamina mode
hi, I'm in 5.02 rooted with Nut's dual recovery installed. If I dont want to lost my app/data, should I just flash it over? or I have to wipe data, cache, dalvik and then flash the ROM?
my bootloader is still locked fyi
feizhel_vandrago said:
hi, I'm in 5.02 rooted with Nut's dual recovery installed. If I dont want to lost my app/data, should I just flash it over? or I have to wipe data, cache, dalvik and then flash the ROM?
my bootloader is still locked fyi
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No fear to flash as it is, just boot to dual recovery , select the zip where you copy it and flash it, then reboot the phone, just be patient the first boot time will be longer than normal. Yesterday before i upload the link i try the zip on my phone and i did not wipe anything, i was on 14.5 A.0.283 (lollipop 5.0.2). Once the reboot was done i have all the settings, messages, contacts was untouched .
Good luck!
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No fear to flash as it is, just boot to dual recovery , select the zip where you copy it and flash it, then reboot the phone, just be patient the first boot time will be longer than normal. Yesterday before i upload the link i try the zip on my phone and i did not wipe anything, i was on 14.5 A.0.283 (lollipop 5.0.2). Once the reboot was done i have all the settings, messages, contacts was untouched .
Good luck!
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alright i'll try it tomorrow.
did you clean the bloatware in your phone too? i mean not in the flashable zip, but in your phone after flash it.
feizhel_vandrago said:
alright i'll try it tomorrow.
did you clean the bloatware in your phone too? i mean not in the flashable zip, but in your phone after flash it.
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Nope, i just flash as it is without to clean anything in my phone
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Nope, i just flash as it is without to clean anything in my phone
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alright thanks for your help
hello there
can I get a confirmation that the root is working ? no need for additional flash of anything?
thanks for the release,
Rafal
Hitman73 said:
hello there
can I get a confirmation that the root is working ? no need for additional flash of anything?
thanks for the release,
Rafal
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Yes is working, as i say on previous conversation above i have 5.0.2 rooted with dualrecovery, all i did it was to copy the zip to my external memory (SD card) then i reboot to recovery with NDR Utils, i flash the zip and i reboot the phone, when was on i notice as all data, apps and settings i have before flash was untouched
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thank you friend
gonna flash tonight
i'm on latest previous version so there shouldn't be any problem
Hitman73 said:
thank you friend
gonna flash tonight
i'm on latest previous version so there shouldn't be any problem
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If you have root and dualrecovery already there should not be a problem... Remember the boot time is longer after you flash, just be patient.
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starting to see reports of camera not working properly on 5.1.1 me included, takes a few snaps then the shutter sound disappears camera won't open again
Will it work from RR Rom 5.5.5 with Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.8.21-RELEASE installed?
Geoffxx said:
starting to see reports of camera not working properly on 5.1.1 me included, takes a few snaps then the shutter sound disappears camera won't open again
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I don't have any issues with camera even yesterday i took over 8 pictures in a row...
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sm.vassallo said:
Will it work from RR Rom 5.5.5 with Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.8.21-RELEASE installed?
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So far i update from stock, i am not sure if you have custom ROM or custom kernel how will behave, if you want to give a try make sure you backup your actual ROM and have ready for any case a original firmware to flash it if you fail to flash this zip or to restore your backup
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Is this for locked bootloader or unlocked bootloader?
e_mc_square said:
Is this for locked bootloader or unlocked bootloader?
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LB
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Flashed the non-Rooted FTF in flashtool, so running 5.1.1 unrooted. Can't root via flashtool as it always fails, how do you install a custom recovery when running 5.1.1 so I can install the pre-rooted version?
Will I need to downgrade then install dual recovery then flash the rooted Zip from there?
Cheers
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D33KK said:
Flashed the non-Rooted FTF in flashtool, so running 5.1.1 unrooted. Can't root via flashtool as it always fails, how do you install a custom recovery when running 5.1.1 so I can install the pre-rooted version?
Will I need to downgrade then install dual recovery then flash the rooted Zip from there?
Cheers
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well in 5.1.1. you cannot get root access, you should go back to 108, root and install dual recovery, and after that flash the zip here
...in my post i have a link with a guide how to downgrate and then to come back to lollipop
check here the steps
http://techbeasts.com/2015/04/14/root-xperia-z1-c6902c6903-14-5-a-0-242-5-0-2-lollipop-with-dual-recovery/
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well in 5.1.1. you cannot get root access, you should go back to 108, root and install dual recovery, and after that flash the zip here
...in my post i have a link with a guide how to downgrate and then to come back to lollipop
check here the steps
http://techbeasts.com/2015/04/14/ro...-5-a-0-242-5-0-2-lollipop-with-dual-recovery/
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Uuuuuugh I was so hoping that wouldn't be the case.. Deep down I knew it would be though.
Definitely a job for tomorrow!
Thanks for the reply.
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D33KK said:
Uuuuuugh I was so hoping that wouldn't be the case.. Deep down I knew it would be though.
Definitely a job for tomorrow!
Thanks for the reply.
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Once you have upgrated to Lollipop when you try the SuperSu is say itself, "you run 5.0 Android, please downgrate to get root acces"
sorry about that and good luck tomorrow!
I recommend using the SP FLASH TOOL method for flashing stock ROM if possible.
TO FLASH THIS STOCK FIRMWARE via SP Flash TOOL Click here
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
First, when I am on stock Lenovo rooted lollipop ROM(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly, it also worked when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
The third time it works when I am on vibe 3.5 custom ROM [MM based] with custom kernel.
If you have a rooted device, your device will unroot after installing the update.
If your device is not rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this OTA ROM
1. You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed. Use any one between method a or b
(a)If you want you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP. Click here
(Procedure is the same as installing zip file in TWRP).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flash tool. Click here
(Run spflash tool Download and unzip the package, load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into a recovery check if the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2. Download the stock ROM from the Lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK: click here
3. Now make the two copies of the downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder).
4. Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5. Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons), then select English as recovery language.
6. Now select install update package. It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between, you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating, after update your phone will reboot automatically. (update may take 10-15 minutes)
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER I NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONSIBLE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELPS YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
If you want to flash through SP Flash tool the go to this thread:-http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
i am on A7000-a_plus_S141_190902_ROW.zip. will this procedure works on my device? or i need to upgrade to S153 first?
bigostoo said:
i am on A7000-a_plus_S141_190902_ROW.zip. will this procedure works on my device? or i need to upgrade to S153 first?
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No you cannot use this and also cannot use any thread of lenovo a7000.
Because Your device is lenovo a7000 plus.
So go for lenovo a7000 plus
PrashantRana said:
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
First when I am on stock lenovo rooted lollipop rom(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly it also work when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
If you are on rooted your phone will be unroot after installing the update.
If you are on non rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this ota ROM
1.You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed.
(a)If you don't have you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP click here
(Procedure is same as installing zip file).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flashtoolclick here
(Run spflash tool Download the package,load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into recovery.Check the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2.Download the stock ROM from lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK:click here
3.Now make the two copy of downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder)and other in micro SD(for backup).(This is my personal recommendation because if update fails we do not have to download again.)
4.Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5.Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons),then select English as recovery language.
6.Now select install update package.It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating,after update your phone will reboot automatically.(update may take 10-15 minutes).
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER ME NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONBILE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
THANKS.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELP YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
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Sir where is mm update?
I use cm12 but i want the latest update,
Should i flash the s153 stock rom before flashing the latest update?
Or can i flash directly the MM update via twrp?
Can you provide a link the mm update for us
And the step by step procedure?
Thanks a lot sir.
I m on miui7.
Rooted
Twrp recovery
Can I follow this procedure for MM upadate??
Pls tell me.
Thanks
android_digger said:
I m on miui7.
Rooted
Twrp recovery
Can I follow this procedure for MM upadate??
Pls tell me.
Thanks
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Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soon.It will take time. For now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
PrashantRana said:
Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soonfor now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lenovo-a7000-as223160405-row-andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
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Sir im using cm12 custom rom too, but can i flash the stock rom s153 through twrp in this link?
PrashantRana said:
Till now I have not tested it upon custom ROM.
I will test it soon.It will take time. For now I advised you to use spflash tool methodhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/and...andoid-6-0-t3360467/post66404777#post66404777
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Can u please tell me step by step process??
I know it's silly question but I have not tried it yet so..
Please tell me.
Once I tried but my phone is n detected.
Worked Perfectly.....Thanks a Ton !!
PrashantRana said:
THIS is Lenovo A7000 Stock "MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0]" OTA UPDATE.
version : A7000-a_S223_160405_ROW_WC814D6764
This method is the alternative method to the SP Flash tool.
I have tested it and it works:-
Firstwhen I am on stock lenovo rooted lollipop rom(ver.S153_151127_ROW).
Secondly it also work when I am on marshmallow rooted ROM (ver.S223_160405_ROW).
If you are on rooted your phone will be unroot after installing the update.
If you are on non rooted then also it works like a charm.
To install or flash this ota ROM
1.You should have Lenovo stock recovery installed.
(a)If you don't have you can Flash stock recovery via TWRP click here
(Procedure is same as installing zip file).
(b)Flashing stock recovery via SP flashtoolclick here
(Run spflash tool Download the package,load the scatter file and flash it in "download only" mode)
After flashing recovery immediately boot into recovery.Check the recovery is installed or not if not then flash recovery again.
2.Download the stock ROM from lenovo server.
DOWNLOAD LINK:click here
3.Now make the two copy of downloaded package first one in internal storage(not in any folder)and other in micro SD(for backup).(This is my personal recommendation because if update fails we do not have to download again.)
4.Rename the package to update.zip to the one in internal storage.
5.Then Boot into recovery (Power + half a second the two volume buttons),then select English as recovery language.
6.Now select install update package.It will give some warning click yes then the update will start.
In between you will feel that update is stuck don't worry it is updating,after update your phone will reboot automatically.(update may take 10-15 minutes)
TO FLASH THIS STOCK FIRMWARE via SP Flash TOOLClick here
WHATEVER YOU DO AT THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER ME NOR XDA WILL BE RESPONBILE IN CASE OF ANY HARDWARE/ SOFWARE DAMAGES CAUSED BY YOU TRYING THESE METHODS. YOU WILL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE.
THANKS.
IF THIS THREAD REALLY HELP YOU THEN PLEASE TAP THANKS.
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can i directly flash this marshmallow 6.0 ota to my old twrp? im currenly on LP rooted with twrp 3.0
thanks
g4rc1 said:
can i directly flash this marshmallow 6.0 ota to my old twrp? im currenly on LP rooted with twrp 3.0
thanks
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No the ota package can only be flashed by stock recovery.or use spflash tool method
I m on miui7
Twrp
But can I flash stock recovery then install the update???
android_digger said:
I m on miui7
Twrp
But can I flash stock recovery then install the update???
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I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
PrashantRana said:
I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
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Okkey bro...thankss
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PrashantRana said:
I cannot say anything now since I have not tested it on custom ROM.you can it on your risk.I will try soon
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I sent u a PM. Please check that...and please give suggestions towards that if u know.
Sir can i flash the stock rom using twrp in step 2 link?
Im using cm12.1 rom
Pls answer
PrashantRana said:
No the ota package can only be flashed by stock recovery.or use spflash tool method
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I downloaded your stock recovery i've flashed using rashr and update from setting. As you said "works like a charm"!
thank you, keep up the good work.
Flashing Stock Rom [SP Flash Tool][Step by Step]
Instruction For Flashing Stock Rom Via SP Flash Tool Step by Stepclick here
PrashantRana said:
Instruction For Flashing Stock Rom Via SP Flash Tool Step by Stepclick here
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after flashing and rooting i format my sdcard as internal and i notice that no zip/img file appear on twrp. has anyone encounter the same problem?
Thanks