topic Root 4.4.4 in XPERIA archive

Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 20:08:56 GMT

If you want root on kitkat 4.4.4, you have to temporarily go back to kernel .230, than towelroot, and than back to .2.83.

If you want to flash you have to - after reboot - skip the welcome setup to enable USB setup.

Does that mean that you have to start with a clean empty tablet?

Re: Root 4.4.4

Uliwooly — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 20:19:23 GMT

yes

Re: Root 4.4.4

Thommo — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 20:40:10 GMT

There is Beta software called Lockeddualrecovery for the TabZ as it's called which when you run you select number 3 and it will root your device then upon reboot you install SuperSU and your done See here Not saying it will work but it may save time and hassle - You need USB debugging enabled

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 21:12:48 GMT

With the. 230 to. 283 switch there is an option to disable wipe boxes.

But how to get in that flashwindow without skip the setup of the sony?

Does that need the full update instead of the only kernel one?

What does it not wipe?

Try to find my way.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 04:41:51 GMT

Have just ROOT my Sony Z tablet 4.4.4.

It"s just a lot of Googlen en trying and fail.

2 times BRICKED my tablet, but could restore after long searching the Net.

When the tablet is dead after Flashing it is frightening and sick making!

But i could reflash it with a lot of sweat and stomach cramps.

And then the Kernel flash to .230 (4.4.2)

And Root without internet on tablet {on a Mac) is a big problem, because all the apps are for Android or by the way of Windows

I did the first and last Flash on my Mac, wich is more stable than my Windows.

But the Root had to be on Windows.

FlashTool is a fantastic app. that even downloads the firmware and makes the installer too.

For Root you only need the Kernel installers of .230 and .283 of your specific model.

i'am glad i did the change, because the limitations of kitkat 4.4.4 drove me crazy with frustration.

but it was not easy if you never used a Flashtool before.

But if i could do it, a lot of users can do it too.

And we have learned something new.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 15:00:08 GMT

Read and learn about the Xperia Flashtool (windows, Mac, Linux) if you want your sd card reader back on the latest Kitkat.

You can download all Flashtool apps on one site.

After Flashing you can write and read to sd card again with no problems at all.

And install Adfree for Root! Away with those terrible and annoying ads!

It is a bit more learning and work than with 4.4.2 (Towelroot)

With another easyroot app on Windows it will work, because there is no Internet on the tablet itself during the flashing.

And Towelroot needs Internet to install.

You can also go back from 4.4.4 to 4.4.2. relative easy if you understand the Flashtool app.

It is possible that the ID of your tablet changes after Flashing, but with Titanium Backup (pro) you can install your original ID number back, so your bu apps work without new set up.

Flashtool is an impressive piece of equipment for users that want their sd card back.

A tribute to the maker(s).

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 16:33:52 GMT

pictures of flashing ( Windows or Mac)

Open FLASHTOOL:

With tablet connected to PC with USB cable, and tablet on.
At some point you are asked to pull your usb cable out and shut off the tablet.
When tablet is off, push volume down and put usb back in (PHONE the HW Back button!)
The flashing will start in flashmode tablet.
When done, it will inform you to pull the usb out, and reboot.
If you want to flash it back after root, you don"t setup tablet but push continue every time, and do the usb on in developers.

[IMG]http://i60.tinypic.com/1z64eme.jpg[/IMG]

Choose your model

http://i60.tinypic.com/15fngqc.jpg

Download the firmware (right mouse button)

http://i57.tinypic.com/2a6qqgy.jpg

http://i62.tinypic.com/2lduk2w.jpg

When downloaded choose your Firmware parts (kernel or all) and create.

http://i62.tinypic.com/e877n8.jpg

In app file look for firmware file (with Mac in >show package content<)

http://i60.tinypic.com/sxc2oj.jpg

Re: Root 4.4.4

tiptie — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 18:20:31 GMT

I am not seeing the pictures. I have tried different browsers and computers.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 18:46:02 GMT

I will try to correct that

Are the picts now visible?

if yes- than Safari browser isn"t supported well.

Re: Root 4.4.4

tiptie — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 20:41:38 GMT

I use Firefox, Chrome, and IE on my Windows PC. I also use many different browsers on my Sony Tablet.

I still see nothing.even when I install Safari on my PC.

Check your message center. I will help if possible.

Re: Root 4.4.4

tiptie — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 21:12:54 GMT

OK! Now I see the link. Thank you!

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 21:29:54 GMT

How do you place pictures on this forum?

Direct uploaden doesn"t work, and a photo reference site does not work either.

Re: Root 4.4.4

_alexdon_ — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 22:49:57 GMT

Request desktop mode and press on the little landscape picture in text editor.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:16:41 GMT

I did that and the picts are on the site, but not to be seen.

Re: Root 4.4.4

_alexdon_ — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:24:49 GMT

A moderator has to approve them first.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 14:40:27 GMT

And How does that work?

If i place a picture, there will be nothing to see until approved?

And how soon will there be approvement?

And in the meantime?

After rooting 4.4.4 on my Sony Z tablet I have all the advantages back.

If you understand the procedure, it isn't that difficult. 😨

But you have to be careful and precise with the right firmware choice.

Root gives the benefits of some extremely handy and necessary options.

1: writing to sd card again! (no stupid rules for one place only, which you loose after update app)

2: get rid of the ADs on your screen. (no flashing ads during browsing anymore!) Adaway app for rooted OS.

3: use the fantastic backup app Titanium Backup (pro), that will give you a useful way to return to original state.

I had my tablet back in half an hour, and with 95% original state.

The backup with Titanium was much bigger than the one from the Sony app. (7Gb to 900Mb)

4: It's a nice way to give Google the finger, for selfish going their onw way, without listening to the users and honor their wishes.

And you can also go back to 4.4.2 with this method, if you find rooting 4.4.4 to intimidating!

Than you can use one click Towelroot app for rooting.

And if the upgrade to 4.4.4 went wrong, and nothing works anymore and no repair possible?

You can also flash to te new firmware.

I think you have to be very unfortunate to really brick a Sony Z.

Most times there is a way to get back to the point your tablet or phone is recognized by the flashtool.

Then you can try it again!

Re: Root 4.4.4

_alexdon_ — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 14:41:00 GMT

I usually approve photos really fast,so go ahead.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 14:54:05 GMT

The last time, at first i saw my pictures, but they changed to a grayed square after a short time.

Is that the state before approval?

Can you please explain how this works

I would be very helped and grateful 🙌

Re: Root 4.4.4

_alexdon_ — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 14:56:07 GMT

If someone uploads a photo,only the specific person can see it.A mod will approve it and then it is visible for everyone.

Re: Root 4.4.4

birdxx — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 17:41:21 GMT

Software FLASH

FLASHTOOL: https://unrestrict.li/flashtool

INSTRUCTIONS guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-tablet-z/development/root-sp321-ftf-10-5-1-0-283-t2873377

see ready made KERNEL FIRMWARE of some models on last site

and find easyroot prog for Windows

ALL AT YOUR OWN RISK!

BE CAREFUL!