How to Root Sony Xperia 1 V using Magisk Patched Init_Boot

Sony has always been pretty good at churning out one impressive handset after another. However, for some reason, it has been left behind in the hype mill. The newest masterpiece to have been released by Sony in its Xperia 1 Series is the Sony Xperia 1 V.

The device comes with a long array of amazing features and specifications. If you’re a tech enthusiast, you’ll not find it the best option for customization as it’ll give you a tricky time if you’re looking to gain admin privileges.

The device comes with the latest Android 13 OS out of the box and needs patched init_boot instead of boot.img for rooting. However, despite check-marking the prerequisite, you might not be able to root your Sony Xperia 1 V. However, this is because you will need one more tweak.

In this guide, you will get to know how to root Sony Xperia 1 V using Magisk Patched Init_Boot.

Steps to root Sony Xperia 1 V using Magisk Patched Init_Boot

Step 1: Install Android SDK

Firstly, you’ll need to install the Android SDK Platform Tools on your PC. It’s the official ADB and Fastboot binary offered by Google. You’ll need to download it and extract it to a convenient location on your PC.

Step 2: Enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking

To start off, you’ll need to enable Developer Options on your smartphone. Go to settings -> About phone -> tap on build number 7 times -> return to Settings -> System -> Advanced -> Developer Options -> Finally enable USB debugging and OEM Unlocking.

Step 3: Unlock the bootloader

There is often an element of confusion regarding this step but to put it into perspective, you’ll need to unlock the bootloader on your device. Remember, unlocking the bootloader on your Sony Xperia 1 V will mean wiping off all the data on your phone and nullifying the device’s warranty.

Step 4: Extract the Init_Boot from firmware

• To start off, you’ll need to download the stock firmware for your Sony Xperia 1 V using XperiFirm
• You should ensure that you download the same version that is installed on your smartphone currently
• Once downloaded, you’ll need to extract it to any convenient location on your PC
• Then, head over to the Images folder and you’ll get the init_boot.img
• Now, copy it and transfer it to your device

Step 5: Patch Sony Xperia 1 V Init_Boot using Magisk

• Download and install the Magisk app
• Launch it and tap on the Install button beside Magisk
• Then, you should choose “Select and Patch a File”
• Navigate to the stock init_boot.img file before selecting it
• Tap on the “Let’s Go” option at the top right
• The init_boot.img file will be patched and placed under the Downloads folder
• Transfer the file to the platform-tools folder on the PC, renaming it to “magisk_patched_init_boot.img”

Step 6: Boot your device to Fastboot Mode

1. Connect your phone to the PC via a USB cable
2. Ensure that USB debugging is enabled
3. After that, head over to the platform-tools folder and type in CMD in the address bar before hitting Enter
4. It’ll launch the Command Prompt
5. Type in the following command in the CMD window for booting your device to Fastboot Mode

adb reboot bootloader

6. Then, type in the below command to verify the Fastboot Connection

fastboot devices

7. If you’ve got a device ID followed by the fastboot keyword, the connection will be successful

Step 7: Root Sony Xperia 1 V via Magisk Patched Init_Boot

• Type the following command in the CMD window for flashing the patched init_boot.img file –

fastboot flash init_boot magisk_patched.img

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