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[How-To][Tutorial] Downgrade Kit Kat 4.4.2 to JB 4.1.2

Hi,
I am just writing these steps to help those who want to downgrade from KK to JB due to any reason. Please use these steps at your own risk.
Some Background:
Recently I updated my Razr M to KK, it was Locked and Unrooted, but with the help of Twelroot and Motopocalypse I rooted and unlocked the BL.
Now somehow I didn't like the KK and wanted to go back to JB 4.1.2 because I was now having unlocked BL and rooted phone so it was easy but need to follow some steps to successfully downgrade to JB. So an unlocked BL and rooted with KK is must.
Prerequisite:
USB drivers for Razr M must be installed before proceeding.
Steps:
1. download the firmware file [Android 4.1.2
Blur_Version.98.30.1.XT907.Verizon.en.US] from http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=8
2. extract the above archive and replace the XML file with the one in attachment.
3. put the phone into fastboot mode and flash the firmware with RSD Lite (attached)
4. reboot and now you have JB 4.1.2
If you want to install root application again and also want to flash custom recovery then please follow the Post#5 [ATTACK] (thanks ATTACK)
Note : for custom recovery you will need the fastboot.exe if you don't have it then install minimal_adb_fastboot_v1.1.3_setup.exe(attached).
Put the phone in fastboot mode, copy the recovery to c:\ and execute the below command :
fastboot flash recovery [Path to recovery image]
If it help you then don't forget to press Thanks button !

Forgive my ignorance but this won't downgrade the kernel will it? I'm hoping it's possible to go from the newest OTA to the stable CM11 but I'm guessing this is new kernel JB. Either way thanks if I can't go to stable CM11 I'll stick with rooted 4.1.2.

Once you have a unlocked bootloader, you do not need to use "root programs". All you need to do is flash a custom recovery via Mfastboot / fastboot then flash SuperSU / Superuser.
In dhacker29's folder there are 2 different recoveries.
"msm8960" is for 4.1.2
"KITKAT" is for 4.4.2

ATTACK said:
Once you have a unlocked bootloader, you do not need to use "root programs". All you need to do is flash a custom recovery via Mfastboot / fastboot then flash SuperSU / Superuser.
In dhacker29's folder there are 2 different recoveries.
"msm8960" is for 4.1.2
"KITKAT" is for 4.4.2
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thanks ATTACK, can you please point out that which recovery is specially for 4.1.2 because there are a lot of recoveries with msm8960 in Dhacker29's folder.
One more thing if you have flashable Su and busybox zip then please attach it , i will update the OP.
thanks alot.

DHACKER29's FOLDER
- LINK
JELLYBEAN 4.1.2 RECOVERIES
- CWM-6.0.4.6-swipe-moto_msm8960
- TWRP-2.7.0.0-moto_msm8960-hdpi
KITKAT 4.4.2 RECOVERIES
- CWM6049-RAZR-HD_M-KITKAT
- TWRP2710-RAZR_M-KITKAT
SUPERUSER - I'm just going to link to Chainfire's thread, Direct people to download from there.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053
BUSYBOX
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.timos.busyboxonrails

Could you go back to KK when you've downgraded to JB? Just asking this question early before the CM11 M8 release and the transition occurs.

TheForceUnleashed said:
Could you go back to KK when you've downgraded to JB? Just asking this question early before the CM11 M8 release and the transition occurs.
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Yes.

ATTACK said:
Yes.
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So just by flashing the KK firmware in RSD without any changes to the xml? Sorry for the noob questions, I realize how easy this phone can be bricked and I want to avoid it.

TheForceUnleashed said:
So just by flashing the KK firmware in RSD without any changes to the xml? Sorry for the noob questions, I realize how easy this phone can be bricked and I want to avoid it.
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I see don't why you would need to. It would be just like restoring stock firmware via RSD Lite.

When I try to flash this, I get Failure on 2/20, sbl1

jrk190 said:
When I try to flash this, I get Failure on 2/20, sbl1
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Did you replace the XML file included in attachment?
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Sure did. I can't even restore to 4.4.2, I'm stuck on a broken system with no wifi or signal. This sucks...

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is this sure it works? i read the feedback so,me user try it failed?

jrk190 said:
Sure did. I can't even restore to 4.4.2, I'm stuck on a broken system with no wifi or signal. This sucks...
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Can you please post the error that is displayed in RSD Lite ?
The steps are tested by my 2 times, and there shouldn't be any problem. Make sure you have installed the correct drivers.
Please ensure that your bootloader is unlocked and shows BL unlocked status code 3 on BL screen.

I was also able to successfully flash back to JB with House of Moto via fast boot and full data wipe. It would not work with Universal or Keep Data, had to do full data wipe. Just another alternative :good:

xKroniK13x said:
I was also able to successfully flash back to JB with House of Moto via fast boot and full data wipe. It would not work with Universal or Keep Data, had to do full data wipe. Just another alternative :good:
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I have used my method two time successfully, just follow the steps described in OP.

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Thanks You Its a Success Downgrade From 4.4 stock > CM11 > Stock rom 4.1 Thank you so much !!!

For those undergoing the downgrade process in RSD Lite and it takes forever for it to finish and the system ends up without data/signal, you need to RSD Lite flash again in order to regain signal. I believe the flashing was sluggish due to the jump from 4.4.2 to 4.1.2 and the many changes that were reflashed.
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We have a wiener!
Thank you so much for the guide. After a lot of trial and error (mostly error), I thought that I had bricked my lovely XT907. I finally restored KitKat by flashing the 4.4.2 firmware with the edited XML file (deleting lines with "Getvar", "var" and "oem" in them), then followed your guide to the letter and found myself with a perfectly functional phone once again. No more sticky fastboot loops or audio-related crashes for me!
Lovely guide - thanks again! :laugh:
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What functionality does Busybox add? The description on the Play page is woefully sparse.
Thanks!

ATTACK said:
I *DON'T see why you would need to. It would be just like restoring stock firmware via RSD Lite.
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I don't know why this posted as a new reply

[Q] Rooting z1 compact stock lollipop

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/

kos25k said:
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?
Not sent by me!

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...
Not sent by me!

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...
Not sent by me!
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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?
Not sent by me!

BlackArtsInc said:
How did you downgrade really?
You just flashed the 157 FTF in flashmode? It's doable?
Not sent by me!
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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.
Not sent by me!

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?
Not sent by me!
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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?
Not sent by me!
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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).

[Q] How to Root Sony Xperia Z1 compat for Android lollipop

i have sony z1 compact
now i update lollipop 5.0.2
plzzz help me how to root

Go back to Kitkat, get root and wait for a rooted Kernel or usable Backdoor in Lollipop.
Or open Bootloader, but also go back to KK, and wait for a custom Kernel or a Backdoor.
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Step-by-step to get Z1c with rooted Lolipop (for booth Locked BootLoader and Unlocked BootLoader). You can skip step 1 and 2 if already have custom recovery installed:
1. Go back to KitKat (108 is recommended because it can be rooted directly)
2. Root and install custom recovery (Philz Touch is recommended because I have boot loop with TWRP)
3. Download flashable zip Pre-Rooted Lolipop firmware (or create one yourself) and copy it to SD card
4. Go to recovery and wipe your device (wipe for clean installation is recommended). Do not restart your device
5. Install flashable zip PRF from SD card
5. Using FlashTool and TFT rom file (same version with flashable zip) to flash your device again EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy rooted Lolipop

wuhoatu said:
5. Using FlashTool and TFT rom file (same version with flashable zip) to flash your device again EXCLUDE SYSTEM
Enjoy rooted Lolipop
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Exclude BASEBAND too! [emoji6]
Not sent by me.

how to download flasherble zip

ravindu_ravi said:
how to download flasherble zip
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Finding it from this forum or create one of your own as guide here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60444720&postcount=4)

Why opening yet another thread when we already have an existing one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...lp/rooting-z1-compact-stock-lollipop-t3090021
Pls search before posting, thx.

wuhoatu said:
Finding it from this forum or create one of your own as guide here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60444720&postcount=4)
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my phone bootloder is unlocked
now my phone not entered to the cwm mode
how to i install update zip

ravindu_ravi said:
my phone bootloder is unlocked
now my phone not entered to the cwm mode
how to i install update zip
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Same as mine. You have to downgrade to KitKat then get it rooted and install XZDualRecovery

wuhoatu said:
Same as mine. You have to downgrade to KitKat then get it rooted and install XZDualRecovery
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thanks dear. my phone finish the root

You also can follow this

*NEW* Update [Stock] [Prerooted] Firmware 14.6.A.1.216 [Lp 5.1.1] Xperia Z1 [C6903]

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!

Hellspawm said:
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/

Hellspawm said:
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.
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Forums

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.
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Forums
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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!

Lenovo A7000 STOCK MARSHMALLOW [Android 6.0] FLASHING WITHOUT SP FLASH TOOL

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