TWRP-ROOT Android Pie XZ1

theflanker · Dec 26, 2018

What's needed:

latest Android Pie firmware for Xperia XZ1 (I used 47.2.A.4.41_R4C UK or any version of the 47.2.A.6.30) from XperiFirm
newflasher_v13 tool here
Minimal ADB and Fastboot
TWRP Recovery here
last Magisk.zip here

first copy Magisk.zip to the sd card and insert it into the device

Install TWRP:

launch flashtool and download the latest firmware 47.2.A.4.41_R4C with XperiFirm ....
follow the path C: users / name / .flashTool / firmwares / Download
locate the unzipped firmware, open the folder and delete all the .ta files; then open the boot and partition folders and do the same thing
search the internet or XDA newflasher_v13 tool and place all 7 files in the C: users / name / .flashTool / firmwares / Download / 47.2.A.4.41_R4C folder
connect the device in flash mode
launch the .exe command
press "n" and again "n"
finished the firmware flash unplug the phone
When the first ignition is finished, open the debug and connect the mobile phone to the PC
open the folder Minimal in the path C: Program / Minimal and paste in the folder the recovery.img, run cmd.exe type the following commands
Code:
```
adb devices
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot devices
fastboot flash recovery namerecovery.img
fastboot reboot
```
finished the start of the phone, turn it off and go into recovery mode (volume down + power button)
flash Magisk from the sd
turn on the cell phone and the root is done

Special thanks

oF2pks for the TWRP
munjeni for the newflasher

lilbrat · Dec 27, 2018

So, what do we lose in this process? Granted it's been reported that the camera is working without the need for a DRM fix, but do we lose other things like video and sound enchantment options?

ilblago81 · Dec 28, 2018

I have pie stock...can i start guide from point 10 ?

arslancn · Dec 28, 2018

lilbrat said:
So, what do we lose in this process? Granted it's been reported that the camera is working without the need for a DRM fix, but do we lose other things like video and sound enchantment options?

look at this thread for backup/restore your DRM keys

theflanker · Dec 29, 2018

lilbrat said:
So, what do we lose in this process? Granted it's been reported that the camera is working without the need for a DRM fix, but do we lose other things like video and sound enchantment options?

In my experience I can tell you that nothing is lost on the camera neither in the sound effects nor the color effects on the photos ...

ilblago81 said:
I have pie stock...can i start guide from point 10 ?

Absolutely yes

From the use I note that the recovery doesn't read the internal data, but only the sd card. I still don't understand if it's the firmware that has bugs or the twrp that still isn't calibrated for Adroid Pie.

Edit: I found in the XDA site the recovery for the new firmwre and everything works fine here

sinkoo1979 · Jan 11, 2019

Would this work on SOV36 (AU XZ1)?

theflanker · Jan 16, 2019

sinkoo1979 said:
Would this work on SOV36 (AU XZ1)?

Honestly I don't know, but if in your device install the firmware that we install in the g8341 means that you can. I'm thinking it's the same thing!

chiacla · Jan 20, 2019

Sorry, but the requirement is always with unlocked bootloader?Thanks

dwang040 · Jan 24, 2019

Wait... I'm confused. I need an unlocked bootloader for this correct? Also, am I missing a step? I can't seem to unlock the bootloader. I have the key from Sony, but whenever I turn off the phone and try to enter bootloader mode (volume up + usb charger), the notification light turns blue, and that's it. Nothing appears on my screen, if I type fastboot devices, no devices appear as listed. And if I try to run the line of code, I'm just stuck "waiting for device" and nothing happens? Am I being stupid and missing something? Don't remember having this many issues with my htc m9.

lilbrat · Jan 24, 2019

dwang040 said:
Wait... I'm confused. I need an unlocked bootloader for this correct? Also, am I missing a step? I can't seem to unlock the bootloader. I have the key from Sony, but whenever I turn off the phone and try to enter bootloader mode (volume up + usb charger), the notification light turns blue, and that's it. Nothing appears on my screen, if I type fastboot devices, no devices appear as listed. And if I try to run the line of code, I'm just stuck "waiting for device" and nothing happens? Am I being stupid and missing something? Don't remember having this many issues with my htc m9.

Are your drivers properly installed reason I am asking is you're not getting a return when you type in fastboot devices, go back to you developer setting, revoke your debugging , then reinstall your drivers turn on USB debugging and see what happens?

dwang040 · Jan 24, 2019

lilbrat said:
Are your drivers properly installed reason I am asking is you're not getting a return when you type in fastboot devices, go back to you developer setting, revoke your debugging , then reinstall your drivers turn on USB debugging and see what happens?

Hmm, I think I know why it wasn't working? I got the xperia xz1 drivers off of the sony developer website, and I went to device manager and tried to do the legacy driver install, but I keep getting "This device cannot start (code 10)" Maybe that's the issue? And if so, am I installing it wrong or something?

lilbrat · Jan 24, 2019

dwang040 said:
Hmm, I think I know why it wasn't working? I got the xperia xz1 drivers off of the sony developer website, and I went to device manager and tried to do the legacy driver install, but I keep getting "This device cannot start (code 10)" Maybe that's the issue? And if so, am I installing it wrong or something?

What OS is on your computer?

dwang040 · Jan 24, 2019

lilbrat said:
What OS is on your computer?

Windows 10

lilbrat · Jan 24, 2019

dwang040 said:
Windows 10

Did you disable the driver verification signature?
(https://www.howtogeek.com/167723/ho....1-so-that-you-can-install-unsigned-drivers/) then reinstall min adb fastboot drivers and Sony companion and let it detect your phone..

theflanker · Jan 25, 2019

chiacla said:
Sorry, but the requirement is always with unlocked bootloader?Thanks

you have to unlock the bootloader

theflanker · Jan 25, 2019

dwang040 said:
Wait... I'm confused. I need an unlocked bootloader for this correct? Also, am I missing a step? I can't seem to unlock the bootloader. I have the key from Sony, but whenever I turn off the phone and try to enter bootloader mode (volume up + usb charger), the notification light turns blue, and that's it. Nothing appears on my screen, if I type fastboot devices, no devices appear as listed. And if I try to run the line of code, I'm just stuck "waiting for device" and nothing happens? Am I being stupid and missing something? Don't remember having this many issues with my htc m9.

did you install flashtool? did you install the drivers from the flashtool "drivers" folder? Did you unlocked the bootloader? ther'is no need to work on win10 signature

dwang040 · Jan 25, 2019

theflanker said:
did you install flashtool? did you install the drivers from the flashtool "drivers" folder? Did you unlocked the bootloader? ther'is no need to work on win10 signature

I was under the impression that flash tool is used to get the latest version of the pi (which I already have as the update rolled out a few days ago)? Not for unlocking the bootloader? As for my bootloader, I'm stuck on that step. I'm following sony's steps on unlocking the bootloader, however, I'm stuck on the fastboot as my device isn't recognized. I guess I'll try again from the top, uninstall all the current drivers and reinstall them again.

I also want to add, whenever I plug my phone in into bootloader mode, the pc does recognize that a device is connected as the notification pops up, but again, "fastboot devices" returns nothing. Is there supposed to be a screen for the bootloader? Or is it just a black screen with the blue led?

lilbrat · Jan 25, 2019

theflanker said:
you have to unlock the bootloader

He won't be able to unlock his bl till he figures out the issues with his drivers.. whether he uses the ones in flashtool, installs min adb and fastboot drivers or the android sdk..

---------- Post added at 05:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:29 PM ----------

dwang040 said:
I was under the impression that flash tool is used to get the latest version of the pi (which I already have as the update rolled out a few days ago)? Not for unlocking the bootloader? As for my bootloader, I'm stuck on that step. I'm following sony's steps on unlocking the bootloader, however, I'm stuck on the fastboot as my device isn't recognized. I guess I'll try again from the top, uninstall all the current drivers and reinstall them again.

I also want to add, whenever I plug my phone in into bootloader mode, the pc does recognize that a device is connected as the notification pops up, but again, "fastboot devices" returns nothing. Is there supposed to be a screen for the bootloader? Or is it just a black screen with the blue led?

Once you get your driver's fixed, just follow the directions given by Sony.. Your phone screen will remain black as all info will be done on your computer..

theflanker · Jan 27, 2019

dwang040 said:
I was under the impression that flash tool is used to get the latest version of the pi (which I already have as the update rolled out a few days ago)? Not for unlocking the bootloader? As for my bootloader, I'm stuck on that step. I'm following sony's steps on unlocking the bootloader, however, I'm stuck on the fastboot as my device isn't recognized. I guess I'll try again from the top, uninstall all the current drivers and reinstall them again.

I also want to add, whenever I plug my phone in into bootloader mode, the pc does recognize that a device is connected as the notification pops up, but again, "fastboot devices" returns nothing. Is there supposed to be a screen for the bootloader? Or is it just a black screen with the blue led?

Absolutely no, flashtool doesn't need to unlock the bootloader, rather serves to re-lock it in some xperia devices. To unlock it you have to use cmd commands in adb & fastboot, but you can find it here in the XZ1 section.
The cell screen remains black and a blue led appears if you connect in fastboot mode, if you connect in flash mode the screen remains black, but a green LED appears.
if you have problems with the recognition of the device on your PC I can link my guide, it's in italian but if you use google translator you understand it well here

lilbrat · Jan 28, 2019

arslancn said:
look at this thread for backup/restore your DRM keys

I've checked out the thread but it appears only a few with the xz1 have tried it and they didn't report the outcome, well except one who somehow managed to turn his device in an expensive paperweight.. But I will check it out this weekend..

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