Is Xperia Z1 root legit?

I want to to root my Xperia Z1 because I want to get the new camera features (timeshift video and 4k), but i'm afraid that my camera would get harmed and it might get bricked.

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[Q] Xperia ray rooting, installing custom ROM procedure

Hey! Guys,
I wanted to know what are the steps to follow in-order to install a custom ROM on my xperia ray. I've read few tutorial but still I've got some questions to clarify. Just tell me whether below steps are correct.
First root the device
Unlock the boot loader
Flash a custom ROM
And if I'm installing a custom ROM on to my device I want to achieve below point too.
Want a complete back up with SMS/MMS, Apps ..etc (can be acheived via some back-up apps)
Want to take a complete copy of my current stock firmware (as a ftf file), may move back to stock
Any else, that I should follow which I missed here ...
I'm still curious about this.. Please advise me if I missed anything here since I'm a newbie when it comes to android rooting, flashing stuffs..

quite simple, run SUS or PCC and try to update your phone if it say modified software then you know its unlocked
Update Service (SUS)
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
http://www-support-downloads.sonymobile.com/Software%20Downloads/Update_Service_Setup-2.11.12.5.exe
PC Companion (PCC)
Bridge (for Mac)
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Xperia U ROOTING

Hi guys
I'm new here. just got my first Sony/Android mobile yesterday. I have read many threads about rooting android phone and stuff, but still have got questions. I hope someone here can help me out.
1. i have removed all apps like mcafee, office, etc. without rooting my phone. it works smoothily enough for me now. therefore I don't know if rooting it would make it run even faster. although knowing that there are still loads of crap apps out there is really annoying. so is it really beneficial rooting the phone?
2. if I did root my phone, would i still be able to update it to ICS in september? or would it ever be updated officially?
3. the buid number is 6.0.b.1.564. I couldn't find means of rooting it anywhere in the forum or on youtube. Could anyone please help me?
I really don't know much about android.
thank you in advance!
tsering
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yes, but your DRM keys will be gone forever and in some countries Sony won't repair your phone anymore as your warranty will be voided (UK)
http://www.xperiablog.net/2012/08/03/sony-clarifies-warranty-guidance-if-you-unlock-your-bootloader/
For most issues/problems, unlocking the bootloader voids the warranty. Sony Mobile only honours the warranty if it is a known issue in that model/batch of phones or if it is an issue that clearly could not have been caused by flashing a different ROM. Because a new ROM can have a wide range of consequences (e.g., it can overheat the battery or change the voltage, which can damage other components), that basically means that only a small subset of issues are still covered by the warranty. Therefore, even when the phone is in warranty, the service centre usually has to do a very costly board swap in order to get the phone back to its original state before it can perform any repair. The end-user has to pay for that part of the repair.
We are proud of providing the unlock feature to the developer community. Previously, there was a large risk of bricking the phone when unlocking with third party software. Sony Mobile’s solution remove’s that risk. When we initially provided the unlock feature, it was presumed that only highly skilled developers and super-users would take advantage of it. From blogs and discussion boards, it was clear that the community understood the risks and that unlocking largely voided the warranty. It appears that less sophisticated users (despite all our warnings) might be using the feature, and are now surprised by the consequences.
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Related topic, if you have some time please check this thread
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/44888
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{GUIDE} How to Root Xperia Smartphones [2011 and 2012 Xperias]

This thread is for 2011 and 2012 Xperias, for 2013 and 2014 Xperias, check this thread
New Update: Upon request from users, i've created a facebook page where you can get updates on whatever happens here, new firmwares, android versions, new rooting methods etc. You can also ask questions, post suggestions. Here's the link http://www.facebook.com/GuideToFlashRootXperiaNabeel
Hi all
Previous rooting thread got deleted along with Spam threads by mistake, here's the new one.
Screenshots of Old thread
Rooting your mobile may void the warranty and you're doing it at your own risk. Sony would be in no way responsible for any damage.
For flashing firmwares, see the Guide > {GUIDE} Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Gingerbread
This post is for 2011 Xperias models, for 2012 /2013 Xperia see post below.
2011 Xperia
How to root Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0.3, 4.0.4) (4.1.B.0.587 4.1.B.0.431 4.1.A.0.562)
This is the new method to root, for old method, see 3rd post ( Archived method )
Supported phones = Xperia Arc S , Arc and Ray , Neo V, Neo, Live with walkman, Mini, Mini Pro, Active, Neo L, Xperia Pro
     Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
     Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
     Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
     PC Companion installed on your PC
After marking the settings above, connect your phone to PC ( Skip PC Companion installation on your phone ) and wait for the adb drivers to be installed.
Download this rooting toolkit. Link > 1 / 2 and run it. If after running toolkit any download begins, cancel it by clicking on the green button. Don't let the eroot download anything. It should now detect your phone and show an option to "root". Just click on it, wait till it finishes.
Rooting done ( For confirmation see if any Super User app has been installed on your phone )
If it somehow fails for the first time, give it another go. Restart everything, your PC, phones etc. If it doesn't work at all, see the other method to root i;e Archived method to root 2011 Xperias below the animated Xperia Picture.
Finally Created threads on XDA > http://forum.xda-developers.com/search.php?do=finduser&u=4575567&starteronly=1
Follow this guide and latest updates on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/GuideToFlashRootXperiaNabeel :smileywink:
How to root 2.3 ( Gingerbread )
     Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
     Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
     Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
Rooting 4.0.2.A.0.42 and .58
Download this Rooting toolkit Link > 1 / 2 on your PC . Extract it, connect your phone to PC ( It should be on ) and wait for 2 minutes. After that run the rooting toolkit and root your phone.
Rooting 4.0.2.A.0.62
     Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
     Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
     Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
     PC Companion installed on your PC
After marking the settings above, connect your phone to PC ( Skip PC Companion installation on your phone ) and wait for the adb drivers to be installed.
Download this rooting toolkit. Link >  1 / 2 and run it. If after running toolkit any download begins, cancel it by clicking on the green button. Don't let the eroot download anything. It should now detect your phone and show an option to "root". Just click on it, wait till it finishes.
Rooting done ( For confirmation see if any Super User app has been installed on your phone )
If the method of doesn't work for you, then flash a 0.42 firmware from here >
{GUIDE} How to Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Ginge...
And then use the method to root 4.0.2.A.0.42
After rooting, update your phone to 0.62 via mobile's update center app and not using PC Companion or SUS or flashtool.
Note: Using PC Companion and "Update Service" to update your phone would result in loss of root.
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How to Remove Bloatwares / Junk apps / Waste apps / System apps / Unusefull apps / etc Apps on Xperias
1) Download Root Explorer from google play ( Or any similar app ) .
2) When you'll open this app Superuser would ask for permissions. Allow it
3) Now using that app go to SYSTEM/ APP / Copy all the apps and paste them somewhere on memory card ( incase if you need in future)
4) Now again go to SYSTEM/ APP / . On the top right corner you'll see Mount R/W , tap on it ( Now you should see it as Mount R/O )
4) Now to delete an app tap and hold on the app you want to delete and press delete
After deleting the necessary apps, restart your phone. ( You can also select the mark options and delete all the NECESSARY apps in one go )
Be carefull with the procedure above. If you remove any usefull app, you may run into trouble ( I won't help you )
Here's the list of apps that you could remove safely/ without harming your phone . Remove the ones you don't use at all
List for 2011 Xperias
For Xperia Sola, Xperia U , Xperia P
FAQ's
Q Do i need to unlock the bootloader prior to rooting ?
A No
Q My bootloader is unlocked, can i still root my phone ?
A This method works for both, locked and unlocked bootloader.
Q My bootloader unlocking allowed status is No, can i still root my phone ?
A Yes
Q Will rooting erase all data on phone memory ?
A Nopes. But if anything goes wrong, you may need to repair your phone using PC Companion which would erase all data. So better backup important stuff
I'll keep on adding stuff, please feel free to help me
Archived Method to Root 2011 Xperias
Thread Created on Feb 1, 2013
New Update: Upon request from users, i've created a facebook page where you can get updates on whatever happens here, new firmwares, new android versions, new rooting methods etc. You can also ask questions, post suggestions. Here's the link http://www.facebook.com/GuideToFlashRootXperiaNabeel
This Guide looks big because every detail has been included. It's very easy to root your phone.
Hi all
My previous rooting thread got deleted somehow, here's the new one.
Screenshots of Old thread
Rooting your mobile may void the warranty and you are doing it at your own risk. Sony would be in no way responsible for any damage.
For flashing firmwares, see the Guide Below
{GUIDE} Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Gingerbread
This post is for rooting 2011 Xperias. For 2012 Xperia See reply number 1 below
How to root 4.0.4 (4.1.B.0.587 & 4.1.B.0.431)
We cannot root 4.1.B.0.587 directly, so to root it we first flash 4.1.A.0.562 kernel, run the rooting toolkit and in the end flash 4.1.B.0.587 kernel.
Few devices don't have their own 4.1.A.0.562 kernel, so we need to flash the 4.1.A.0.562 kernel of other devices just to root. However all devices have 4.1.B.0.587 kernel.
Follow all the steps.
Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
Download Flashtool
Windows Users > Flashtool
Linux Users > Flashtool ( From previous release tab, download 0.9.0.0 version)
After installing flashtool, reboot your PC.
1 ) Download the respective 4.1.A.0.562 kernel to flash
     Arc and Arc S - Kernel
     Ray                - Kernel
     Neo/Neo V      - Kernel
     LwW, Mini       - Kernel
     Active             - Kernel
     Neo L             - Kernel
     All other users - Kernel or even try the kernels for Arc S and Ray
2) Go to C:/ Drive > flashtool > firmwares > delete everything present and put the downloaded kernel
3) Run Flashtool > click on the flashing icon ( left side below "file" option)
Select flashmode > ok
Setup should be like this > select OK
Flashtool Setup Screenshot
Follow the steps, connect your mobile and flash. Note: on devices with touch navigation keys, hold volume down key instead of back button while connecting your device.
Flashtool may show error after flashing kernel, no worries. Even your build number and android version won't change. Everything would remain same so please don't visit phone's settings to check anything
4) After flashing restart your device, It may not start completely, may remain at Sony logo or with blank/black screen.
Whatever the status is, just restart your device and proceed with the rooting >
Download Rooitng toolkit > 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 and extract it.
( Make sure you close flashtool before running the rooting toolkit )
Now connect your mobile to PC ( Mobile should be ON) and wait for 2 minutes. Then run the rooting toolkit. When it says all done, close it. disconnect your phone and switch it off ( By pressing power button/ or by taking out the battery and reinserting it).
5) Download Kerenls, If you are on 4.1.b.0.431 rom then download the respective kernel, same goes for 4.1.B.0.587
For Neo L > Download the kernel version on which your phone is running 4.1.B.0.626 or 4.1.B.0.631
Xperia
4.1.B.0.431
4.1.B.0.587
Arc S
Kernel
Kernel
Arc
Kernel
Kernel
Ray
Kernel
Kernel
Neo
Kernel
Kernel
Neo V
Kernel
Kernel
Mini
Kernel
Kernel
Pro
Kernel
Kernel
Live with walkman
Kernel
Kernel
Active
Kernel
Kernel
Mini Pro
Kernel
Kernel
Now flash the kernel ( same procedure as step 2 and 3 above )
Your mobile should now b rooted (See if any Superuser app has been installed on your phone ) and working fine again.
Please let me know how did it go for you by posting below, it will be great if you like the guide as well here > http://www.facebook.com/GuideToFlashRootXperiaNabeel
How to root 2.3 ( Gingerbread )
Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.62 and 4.0.2.A.0.69 are difficult to root on a locked boootloader. So to root it, you need to flash 4.0.2.A.0.42
To flash 4.0.2.A.0.42 or any firmware, follow this guide
{GUIDE} How to Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Ginge...
Rooting 4.0.2.A.0.42 and .58
1) Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
     Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
     Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
2) Download this Rooting Toolkit on your PC . Extract it, connect your phone to PC ( It should be on ) and wait for 2 minutes. After that run the rooting toolkit and root your phone.
3) After rooting upgrade to 4.0.2.A.0.62 using the mobile's "Update Center" app
Note: Using PC Companion and "Update Service" to update your phone would result in loss of root.
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How to update sony xperia u from Rooted GB to ICS

Hello guyz
I have sony xperia u rooted Ginger bread
now i want to update it to ics but it gives an error of modified software
plz help me out in this matter
and also let me know that if ics root is avalable or not?
Best Regards
Faheem
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Ok first.Upgrading will unroot your software
Now so as you cannot proceed via SUS/PCC so you must
Download the ics firmware::
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1918920
Tutorials for flash:
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/35239
If you want to root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
All your software and setings will be gone
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Can't install 6.1.A.0.452 ICS Update

I'm from Brazil, so, sorry if anything is writted wrong.
Downloaded the update, then tried to install it
The blue box of the update shows up, but then cellphone just reboot.
A message appears when the xperia starts:
Can't install new software version. Try Again.
Tried in my girlfriend's xperia s, and it goes OK.
Already tried to use original configurations.
The only thing different in my cellphone is that i unlocked bootloader.
didn't use root or anything, as i wanted to install a app that i eventually gave up, before i even triyng. (Seems too complicated)
Need answers... thanks in advance.
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Adilson1806
You unlocked the bootloader of your phone and your accepted the update over the air ? ( Means you updated through the mobile center app ? )
Probably you saved yourself from bricking the device
Do not accept any update once bootloader is unlocked.
In order to get ICS from PC Companion or SUS you need to relock your bootloader
If you don't want to relock it then simply flash using flashtool
Here you go
{GUIDE} How to Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Ginge...
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Adding "reboot" to the power button

Is it possible to add a "reboot" button to the menu which shows up by long pressing on the power button? I've find out some widgets only for that purpose.
Xperia mini, rooted, ICS 4.0.4

You can use the mod you linked
I have installed similar on my phone too :smileywink: works fine
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Phone won't boot

My xperia ray won't boot, the logo doesn't even appear,it's just black. The phone has an unlocked bootloader. I was flashing a custorm using CWM when this happened, and I can't get into recovery. Tried flashtool to flash new rom. and the rom is installed. Can even see the content of my sd card. But it wont boot, flashing led lights, blue,white and orange.

Just flash any of the firmware from this Guide
{GUIDE} How to Install ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) on Xperia™ Smartphones, Root and Downgrade to Ginge...
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Will this software root Xperia Z1 C6902 with locked bootloader in lollipop update in 14.5.A.0.242?

Here is the link...http://www.oneclickroot.com/device/sony-xperia-z1-lollipop/
Please advice me will this root lollipop?
Also Will updating from kitkat to lolipop wipe my phone's internal memory?

To have LP rooted you 1st need to have KK installed and rooted which can be done with a locked bootloader then install a custom recovery like Teamwin then from within that you can flash a pre-rooted LP Rom - Tried and tested by me personally but my opinion is KK is better and smoother but this is my opinion - other members may and will say differently
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What are the benefits of rooting my xperia neo V?

Hi,
What are the advantages of rooting my xperia neo V?
Thanks in advance.

you will be able to uninstall pre-loaded apps, overclock your CPU etc.
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Plz help me rooting XPERIA play with GB 2.3.4

i dont wanna unlock the bootloader...if possible neither i wanna downgrade 2.3 to root my phone using gingerbreak....
i want a safe rooting for 2.3.4 on xperia play...so that i can play games without getting online evrytym and install titanium back up app.....can u plz suggest some method??
i am a newbie in dis matter so i am giving the info,i dont know if it is required at all...but...
kernel version:
2.6.32.9-perf
SEMCUser@SEMCHost#1
build number:
4.0.2.A.0.58
if there is some method plz explain in detail....
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See how to root 2.3.4
{GUIDE} How to Root Xperia™ Smartphones
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Root Xperia U?

Hi all, Im kind of a newbie with Xperia phones. I've had Huawei before and I rooted the phone so I could easily overclock processor or use free avast antitheft on it. Snice I've just got my Xperia U now, I wonder how to root this phone? And should i wait for ICS update before rooting it?

Only root your phone after the warranty expires. Rooting your can create a lot of errors that could effect the smooth run of your phone if not done properly. It could entirely destroy the OS and as the warranty is not valid you wouldnt be able to do anything about that. There are a lot of root options available for xperia u . Which ever application u use to root your phone jus check its compatibility list before u use it also read the reviews abt it.

My Sony Xperia SP not work after root

hi all. how i can i do, on my xperia SP after i root it .My phone just on show logo Sony on black srceen .How can you help me ?

Now it ok, but I need to install my Khmer unicorn fonts. How I install it without root?

Xperia U restarting frequently after root

guys
i need ur help asap
my phone is restarting constantly
it turns on and restarts after half a minute or so everytime
and goes on and on
i just now rooted my phone from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
and its video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EpkrCq1gfM
my phone was then rooted.
then i installed u-disco and beats audio installer.
both need root.
beats audio installer warned me to backup using titanium backup if something went wrong.
i downloaded titanium backup but i didnt backup.
i then installed beats audio installer.
it seemed crappy so i unstalled it(not removed from phone).
and after that the phone kept restarting itself
it turned on and restarts after half a minute or so everytime
and went on and on.
when it turns on
i do get some 15 sec. or so before it restarts again
in that time, i removed beats audio installer.
but nothin hepled.
i even removed the sim and tried
but in vain.
i aint even able to find the reason for restarts
if its the beats audio or rooting
please tell me what to do
i am in a total mess

I recommend that you try to repair the software in the phone using PC Companion and see if that helps.
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Root xPeria ray error

This show me when I try to root my xperia Ray !
Please help me

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