How to root Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact

who bought one X or a Z3 Compact and usually do root on devices Android will have a little more work to get access this time. THE Sony launched the devices with the locked bootloader, which makes the process a little more complicated.

However, the user zxz0O0 from the forum XDA-Developers managed to find a loophole to perform the procedure even with the bootloader locked. There are a few caveats: the current firmware version of the X e Z3 Compact is not supported, then a downgrade to the version 23.0.1.A.5.77.

After that, just create a version “pre-rooted” phone and then flash the system image compatible with the model. You can check the step by step in this XDA forum post.

It is also important to backup your DRM keys following the instructions from this link, to prevent you from having problems with the media execution on your smartphone.

This method is recommended for users who do not want to unlock the bootloader, which is responsible for the loss of camera quality of the device. All details are in this dedicated XDA thread.