Before asking any questions, READ THIS DESCRIPTION and VISIT THE ORIGINAL THREAD: forum.xda-developers.com SEARCH the original thread if your model isn’t listed. DO NOT ASK IF IT’LL WORK. If no one’s attempted it, you can do so AT YOUR OWN RISK. Method #1 should NOT affect any data. If you do NOT have the Sony Backup & Restore app pre-installed, visit the original thread above. As of 2012-11-21, the Xperia T CANNOT be rooted using this tool. (Build 7.0.A.3.195) 2012 Q4 Sony firmwares such as .2.55 or 6.1.1.B.1.54 CANNOT be DIRECTLY rooted anymore. Root can still be achieved by downgrading the kernel, rooting, then upgrading the kernel again. Similar to: www.youtube.com This video shows how to use Bin4ry’s “Restore” Rooting Toolkit to root phones running either Ice Cream Sandwich or Jelly Bean. It works on multiple models from many different manufacturers. Short list: – HTC One S – Sony Xperia S, T, P, Acro S, Ion, Tipo, Tablet S, Go, Sola, U – LG: P705, P7510, Canadian Optimus G (E973 Bell/Telus, E971 Rogers) & AT&T Optimus G: www.lg.com Bootloader unlock: forum.xda-developers.com – Kyocera Rise, Hydro – etc. NOTE: LG Optimus G (E973/E970 Canada/USA): Newer firmwares such as E97310h can no longer be rooted with this method. The workaround involves flashing a lower build (E97310f) and then rooting. Instructions: forum.xda-developers.com Xperia T (locked bootloader) root: forum.xda-developers.com / 7.0.A.3.223: forum.xda-developers.com Xpeiria Sola 6.1.1.B.1.54: forum.xda …
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