Avid Sony fans are in for a special treat, as the company has just released the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) based recovery tool for a number of Xperia devices including Z1, Z1 Compact, Z Ultra, T2 Ultra, T3, M2, and E3 phones to enable users to restore data, flash custom ROMs and boot to multiple ROMs.
Sony has achieved this feat for the first time as no other stock recovery could accomplish these tasks that are synonymous to custom recovery tools like ClockworkMod or TWRP.
The only catch is that your Xperia device's bootloader needs to be unlocked and running the latest stock firmware from Sony.
On the contrary, this tool may not serve much purpose to veteran modders of the Android community as odds are that they would have already installed CWM or TWRP custom recovery on their device.
Interested users may check out the complete step-by-step guide (below) to install the AOSP-based recovery tool on their Xperia device (courtesy SonyMobile):
How to enable and enter recovery mode
Use the Flash tool for Xperia devices to install the latest generic software on your unlocked device.
Use the Flash tool for Xperia devices to install "device name (Open devices)" TA update. For instance, the name of your device could be Xperia T2 Ultra, wherein "device name" should be replaced by the actual name of your Xperia device. Note 1: For Xperia E3, Xperia M2, Xperia T2 Ultra, and Xperia T3, this update also includes a new boot loader.
Once recovery mode is enabled, you can flash a custom recovery image to your device. After doing so, you can enter recovery mode using the following steps:
Turn your device off
At the same time, press the Power button and Volume down until your device vibrates
Quickly release the Power button, but continue holding Volume down
When you see the screen shown in the image below, release Volume down. You have now successfully entered recovery mode
For further assistance, check out the demo video below:
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/sony-rolls...-z1-compact-z-ultra-t2-ultra-t3-m2-e3-1502135
nice share
thanks buddy
asides for those who wants to try here is the brief guide
http://fxpblog.co/2015/05/01/finally-boot-to-recovery-enabled-in-special-bootloaders-from-sony.html
For D5322 ?
Is this recovery available for D5322 ?
arunsundaresan said:
Is this recovery available for D5322 ?
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In my d5322 not working...
chauhanjayc said:
nice share
thanks buddy
asides for those who wants to try here is the brief guide
http://fxpblog.co/2015/05/01/finally-boot-to-recovery-enabled-in-special-bootloaders-from-sony.html
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FXP blog is talking about D5303
arunsundaresan said:
Is this recovery available for D5322 ?
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jacitdm said:
In my d5322 not working...
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I'm having this problem, As on some other thread said, our device D5322 is not listed in Supported devices
Bootloader is unlocked.
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Dual Recovery For Xperia T2 Ultra Dual(472)
Dual Recovery For Xperia T2 Ultra Dual(472) Released.. Thanks to abcdjdj......
-->Updated for 19.3.A.0.472
-->RIC disabled from kernel sources
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Hi,
I'm looking for to root z1 compact without touch bootloader to preserve stock rom with bravia engine and camera features, just to install some apps that need root permission (firewall, LBE or xprivacy).
Thanks for any suggestions
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2631291
Root for 14.3.A.0.757?
Hi,
Am quite new to the sony xperia device and if this is the wrong place to post this question, kindly ignore..
I have a Sony Xperia z1 Compact (D5503) device running 14.3.A.0.757 (latest sony update using PC Companion). This device has not been unlocked and has not been rooted at all.
My question - is there any way to root this phone at the current level i.e. 14.3.A.0.757 (with or without downgrading) without unlocking the bootloader?
Thanks for any support in advance.
APV
apv5 said:
My question - is there any way to root this phone at the current level i.e. 14.3.A.0.757 (with or without downgrading) without unlocking the bootloader?
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If your BL is locked then you'll need to downgrade using the guide in the general section.
Hello,
perhaps other also bought a Chinese Xperia t2 Ultra Dual (Model XM50H). I bought mine last week in Beijing (2480 CNY with an additional 16GB MicroSD card) . It was a branded China Unicom Model.
That model comes with Software for Baidu but not with any Google Software. Language can be switched - but some dialogs still remain in Chinese - not really a problem but the main problem was it was not possible to install the Google Playstore. Installing the apk works - but the playstore does not open (perhaps other Google Software will be needed ...)
My solution was to go a different way - I unlocked the bootloader via Sony - installed the Clockworks Recovery and then tried first to install the Ultimate Rom V2 but got a boot loop I searched around the net and found the #GeekPakistan Website. They had an blog entry how to update the T2 ...
BTW - the Sony PC Companion showed my XM50h as D5322 and so I changed my plan and decided to flash the Australian stock rom ...
That worked like a charm and now I have a unbranded T2 Ultra Dual with all the Google stuff.
unfortunately I am not able to post external links here (not enough postes yet - so just search for Download 19.0.D.0.253 Android 4.3 Firmware ftf for Sony Xperia T2 Ultra on Google and you will find #GeekPakistans website - he has the links to flashtool an the australian rom in his post
Install Flashtool, put the T2 Firmware file into the firmware folder under the flashtool folder.
Start Flashtool64 as administrator on (Windows 7/8/8.1 x64 version)
Connect to phone in flash mode
connect your phone
power it on and hold down volume down key
select T2 firmware
wait ... the flasher Software prepares the firmware and after a while it start to flash the phone
After a while you should get a flash successful message
Disconnect the phone and power it on
China Unicom Branding is gone - phone starts with Sony and Xperia Logo
Wizard starts after a while with setting up a Google account ...
Remark: that all worked for me - no guarantee that it will work on others ...
Regards
Robert
Update: 2015-08-28: When you lock the bootloader again - you will receive the normal OTA Updates from Sony again ... so my phone is now on 5.0.2 Build 19.3.A.0.472 and I'm waiting for the update to 5.1.1. or 6 ...
I successfully flashed 3 phones xm50h china Unicom with that process. But I would like to know how to update and root in kitkat now any idea ?
Hello,
my way to upgrade was this:
Use Flashtool - select BLU and relock bootloader
Close Flashtool
Reboot phone
start PC Companion
Accept update to Kitkat
Wait until update finish
ok - no root but official Sony 4.4.2 Kitkat update
Best regards
Robert
Successfully upgrade my phone to kitkat but with flashtool.
Another question where do u use your phone ? 3g work on your country ? Because I will use it in france soon.
ok
Yuripa said:
Successfully upgrade my phone to kitkat but with flashtool.
Another question where do u use your phone ? 3g work on your country ? Because I will use it in france soon.
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khó chuẩn cơm mẹ nấu
gayvyt1 said:
khó chuẩn cơm mẹ nấu
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Please use english bro...
Sent from my D5303 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Yuripa said:
I successfully flashed 3 phones xm50h china Unicom with that process. But I would like to know how to update and root in kitkat now any idea ?
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This is how I have dealt with mine.
For update, download 4.4 ROM FTF and flash it, no need to wipe.
For root, follow this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/t2-ultra/general/root-t2-dual-4-4-t2818887
I have successfully rooted my phone on 4.4 ROM.
Yes 3G is working fine
Gesendet von meinem D5322 mit Tapatalk
Works perfect !!!
klarmann said:
Hello,
perhaps other also bought a Chinese Xperia t2 Ultra Dual (Model XM50H). I bought mine last week in Beijing (2480 CNY with an additional 16GB MicroSD card) . It was a branded China Unicom Model.
That model comes with Software for Baidu but not with any Google Software. Language can be switched - but some dialogs still remain in Chinese - not really a problem but the main problem was it was not possible to install the Google Playstore. Installing the apk works - but the playstore does not open (perhaps other Google Software will be needed ...)
My solution was to go a different way - I unlocked the bootloader via Sony - installed the Clockworks Recovery and then tried first to install the Ultimate Rom V2 but got a boot loop I searched around the net and found the #GeekPakistan Website. They had an blog entry how to update the T2 ...
BTW - the Sony PC Companion showed my XM50h as D5322 and so I changed my plan and decided to flash the Australian stock rom ...
That worked like a charm and now I have a unbranded T2 Ultra Dual with all the Google stuff.
unfortunately I am not able to post external links here (not enough postes yet - so just search for Download 19.0.D.0.253 Android 4.3 Firmware ftf for Sony Xperia T2 Ultra on Google and you will find #GeekPakistans website - he has the links to flashtool an the australian rom in his post
Install Flashtool, put the T2 Firmware file into the firmware folder under the flashtool folder.
Start Flashtool64 as administrator on (Windows 7/8/8.1 x64 version)
Connect to phone in flash mode
connect your phone
power it on and hold down volume down key
select T2 firmware
wait ... the flasher Software prepares the firmware and after a while it start to flash the phone
After a while you should get a flash successful message
Disconnect the phone and power it on
China Unicom Branding is gone - phone starts with Sony and Xperia Logo
Wizard starts after a while with setting up a Google account ...
Remark: that all worked for me - no guarantee that it will work on others ...
Regards
Robert
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Many thanks Robert, I have been struggling to Root my T2 Ultra and was kind of concerned to flash the Australian firrmware and brick the phone. After reading your post and comments, it looks the best alternative to get rid of China Unicom and the chinese apps. As you said, worked like a charm...
I'm just sorry to say I purchased mine 2 weeks ago in China for only 1480 CNY, which makes this a real good deal.
Thanks for sharing ...I have already upgraded 2 phones using your suggestion...
Best,
Wlax
Hello,
that's life You've got a very good price! BTW - when you lock the boot loader again - you'll be able to get the official Sony firmware updates - mine is actually running 4.4.3
Battery lifetime is really great - when i compare it with my old Samsung Galaxy S III
Best regards
Robert
Hi dev's
Can any one compile recovery for T3, as this devices is been listed for bootloader unlock.
Iam on the latest version on
Xperia T3 D5102 (Indian) Rooted Stock Rom with deodexed
build version 18.2.A.1.18
So requesting Dev's to compile recovery for the device thanks in advance.
also I have made few mods & using it.
im waiting for that too bootloader unlocked, build .21 offcourse root'ed... will be great to get recovery
Hey mates! I have a d5103 can you pls tekl me how to root this? I've been searching for months. Thanks in advance!
There is no recovery yet? i hope dev make one for this :crying:
Xenon1978 said:
Hi dev's
Can any one compile recovery for T3, as this devices is been listed for bootloader unlock.
Iam on the latest version on
Xperia T3 D5102 (Indian) Rooted Stock Rom with deodexed
build version 18.2.A.1.18
So requesting Dev's to compile recovery for the device thanks in advance.
also I have made few mods & using it.
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How to deodex sir?
I don't if it could work,but what about trying flashing recovery from the one they use in T2 Ultra (same spec,only display is 0.7" larger then T3)
PashaIV said:
I don't if it could work,but what about trying flashing recovery from the one they use in T2 Ultra (same spec,only display is 0.7" larger then T3)
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I have compiled Philz recovery with stock kernel & will be releasing it. we had some problems with wifi & we have fixed it.
will be released soon
Xenon1978 said:
I have compiled Philz recovery with stock kernel & will be releasing it. we had some problems with wifi & we have fixed it.
will be released soon
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It's a good news
Q&A for [D5322]TWRP 2.7.1.0 - Xperia T2 Ultra Dual[Kitkat update]
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blank screen
i flashed v3 image but after that when i turn on my phone after sony i just see blank screen
please help
D5322
please help me out in detail how to install in D5322 ,Step by step procedure ..Thnx in advance
where do i get cyanogenmod for sony D5322 ?
i have rooted my phone. android 4.4.2
i want cyanogenmod... how to get it ??
i'm new in this flashing n all stuff...
plz help
When I install cwm recovery on my Xperia T2 ultra dual I get reboot loope. How can I fix it
Memory Card Not Mounting...
After Dual Recovery - Xperia T2 Ultra Dual Lollipop Update mob not mounting the memory card. I need to remove and insert it for detection at each restart. Any solution.
Is this Recovery Works after New Update..
Is this ([D5322]Dual Recovery - Xperia T2 Ultra Dual[Lollipop Update]) Recovery Works after New Update(.472) and also is there any solution for SD Card mount problem, with each reboot need to reinsert card ?
Thanks abcdjdj......
Thanks abcdjdj for the Dual Recovery - Xperia T2 Ultra Dual(472)...Waiting for d stable CM...
But bootloop ...
is v4 for lolipop can be used on locked bootloader????????
Mike_Abosin said:
is v4 for lolipop can be used on locked bootloader????????
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Unlocked bootloader only..you can't a custom kernel in locked bootloader, mate...
Have you tried xposed ? because I flashed V4 worked fine but flashed xposed aplha4 then I ended up with bootloop :/
Sony Xperia T2 ultra dual - Flashing a custom recovery.
Hey guys, I'm one of the owner of Sony Xperia's T2 ultra dual, the current model being D5322, I need help in flashing custom recovery such as TWRP or CWM, I have currently rooted using Kingroot, which is running perfectly, but the only problem is I'm not able to install/flash custom recovery on it! I need urgent help and I request for you're immediate reply.
Thank you.
support sony c3 d2502 ?
For sony c3 d2502?
camdobaotin said:
support sony c3 d2502 ?
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No
camdobaotin said:
For sony c3 d2502?
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No
I received an email:
http://developer.sonymobile.com/201...GB_en&utm_content=Developer_World-PROGM-Jun15
"Supported devices
With the latest software provided through our Flash tool for Xperia devices, recovery mode is available for Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia E3, Xperia M2, Xperia T2 Ultra, and Xperia T3 devices with unlocked boot loader. We are working to make recovery mode available for more devices in coming software releases."
The process is on the page, the question is, should we keep PhilZ?