Root Achieved!

[FartyParty]

Update to newest fw, unlock bootloader, , flash this boot and this recovery
When that's done you can flash either su, magisk via TWRP to get root.

 

[avi312singh]

Let us know how it goes!

 

[alexp999]

I didn't think Sony had updated their website to support this device for unlocking yet?

 

[FartyParty]

I didn't think Sony had updated their website to support this device for unlocking yet?

With the Sony XZs you could just pick Sony XZ.

 

[alexp999]

With the Sony XZs you could just pick Sony XZ.

They share the same chipset/platform though. The only difference is the camera.

The XZP is the first Sony with the SD835.

 

[FartyParty]

They share the same chipset/platform though. The only difference is the camera.

The XZP is the first Sony with the SD835.

Duh, I'm dumb!

I guess we have to wait then.

 

[xshunin]

I just hope for a root method without unlocking the bootloader

 

[FartyParty]

I just hope for a root method without unlocking the bootloader

No, that won't happen.

 

[xshunin]

No, that won't happen.

Don't we just have to wait for an exploit?

 

[kemod]

I tried out my luck unlocking XZ Premium bootloader using older Sony XZ from the list, and I made it

xttp://i64.tinypic.com/2pshxu1.png

But I can't find suitable custom recovery to work with XZ Premium
twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img (TWRP for the old XZ) didn't work (using 'fastboot boot twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img' command without flashing it).

 

[schickel]

I tried out my luck unlocking XZ Premium bootloader using older Sony XZ from the list, and I made it

xttp://i64.tinypic.com/2pshxu1.png

But I can't find suitable custom recovery to work with XZ Premium
twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img (TWRP for the old XZ) didn't work (using 'fastboot boot twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img' command without flashing it).

You've unlocked your BL without backing up your TA? You know that you lost your DRM keys?

---------- Post added at 10:31 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:25 AM ----------

It looks like something good is coming soon:

https://kernel.andro.plus/yoshino.html
https://github.com/AndroPlus-org/android-kernel-sony-msm8998

 

[kemod]

You've unlocked your BL without backing up your TA? You know that you lost your DRM keys?

Err...I don't know if I really need it (or know much about it). I guess it has something to do with Sony proprietary app, music, etc?
If yes, I don't think I really care about it. I don't even have the intention to relock the bootloader...I guess.

 

[FartyParty]

I tried out my luck unlocking XZ Premium bootloader using older Sony XZ from the list, and I made it

xttp://i64.tinypic.com/2pshxu1.png

But I can't find suitable custom recovery to work with XZ Premium
twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img (TWRP for the old XZ) didn't work (using 'fastboot boot twrp-3.1.1-0-kagura.img' command without flashing it).

You're awesome! Thanks for sharing this.
Have you tried twrp-3.0.2-4-kagura.img instead? That always worked for me.

Err...I don't know if I really need it (or know much about it). I guess it has something to do with Sony proprietary app, music, etc?
If yes, I don't think I really care about it. I don't even have the intention to relock the bootloader...I guess.

Same here, I don't care about the keys at all since I don't have intentions to relock bootloader and I don't care about the warranty.
I have no desire to wait for them to update tabackup tool .

 

[Sebi673]

Err...I don't know if I really need it (or know much about it). I guess it has something to do with Sony proprietary app, music, etc?
If yes, I don't think I really care about it. I don't even have the intention to relock the bootloader...I guess.

and @FartyParty

It's not only about proprietary apps. It's about advanced functions for both camera and music. There will be no noise canceling and other algorithms that make the backbone of decent looking pics and videos. That's why everyone is freaked about the TA backup. They're unique and cannot be used from another XZp. Relocking the BL won't do a thing since those keys are buh-bye forever. I for once bought this beauty for the looks, camera, and music (-ish), but I'll miss Xposed FW like crazy (hopefully we'll have xposed for N soon).

Best thing to do now is to wait for a custom kernel that restores those functions - it's just around the corner.

sorry for spamming the forum - got bored at work. still - DRM functionality is pretty important.

 

[FartyParty]

and @FartyParty

It's not only about proprietary apps. It's about advanced functions for both camera and music. There will be no noise canceling and other algorithms that make the backbone of decent looking pics and videos. That's why everyone is freaked about the TA backup. They're unique and cannot be used from another XZp. Relocking the BL won't do a thing since those keys are buh-bye forever. I for once bought this beauty for the looks, camera, and music (-ish), but I'll miss Xposed FW like crazy (hopefully we'll have xposed for N soon).

Best thing to do now is to wait for a custom kernel that restores those functions - it's just around the corner.

sorry for spamming the forum - got bored at work. still - DRM functionality is pretty important.

I am fully aware what losing the drm-keys does and I simply do not care about it, since you can simply apply the drm-fix and be on your way.
When I got my XZs I rooted it instantly, applied the drm-fix and continued as normal.
For me, root is always #1 and I'm more than happy to lose the drm-keys to get it.

 

[Sebi673]

I am fully aware what losing the drm-keys does and I simply do not care about it, since you can simply apply the drm-fix and be on your way.
When I got my XZs I rooted it instantly, applied the drm-fix and continued as normal.
For me, root is always #1 and I'm more than happy to lose the drm-keys to get it.

Totally agree.. I now found out there is a DRM fix. I thought it would take some time. I'm one day away from my XZp

 

[kemod]

Have you tried twrp-3.0.2-4-kagura.img instead? That always worked for me..

Tried 3.0.2-0, 3.0.2-4, 3.1.0-0, 3.1.1-0 kaguras, still no luck via 'fastboot boot <recoveryfilename>'
How about you? Have you unlocked your bootloader yet? Have you found a custom recovery that works? I really really want to root this device.

I am fully aware what losing the drm-keys does and I simply do not care about it, since you can simply apply the drm-fix and be on your way.....

Well I on the other hand didn't know that
It's been a while since my last Xperia and this is ridiculous, to lose essential features that makes it different to other phone just from unlocking the bootloader? Seriously?

 

[FartyParty]

Tried 3.0.2-0, 3.0.2-4, 3.1.0-0, 3.1.1-0 kaguras, still no luck via 'fastboot boot <recoveryfilename>'
Well I on the other hand didn't know that
It's been a while since my last Xperia and this is ridiculous, to lose essential features that makes it different to other phone just from unlocking the bootloader? Seriously?

He tagged me so had to reply.

It's not really ridiculous at all. It's a choice you make. Either you keep it locked and use it without root or you unlock it.

With the drm-fix you don't really lose the features.

And not yet but I will as soon as I get my second pink .

 

[kemod]

I'm screwed....just took a photo to look how bad the result would be after bootloader unlock and it's just the worst experience ever.
No photo could be taken, all shots just gave me literally full blank green picture (no picture at all!). Video works normally I think...
Oh my....what did I just do

 

[FartyParty]

I'm screwed....just took a photo to look how bad the result would be after bootloader unlock and it's just the worst experience ever.
No photo could be taken, all shots just gave me literally full blank green picture (no picture at all!). Video works normally I think...
Oh my....what did I just do

You have to wait for a custom kernel that has drm-fix included and it will be fine again.

But your warranty is now gone.