Hi guys, I finally made the decision to root my z1,but first of all, I need to back it up. Problems are :
1. Sony pc companion backup is cr*p.
2. So I opted to using helium. Now, I got all settings up. Downloaded the pc counterpart of the app, downloaded the Android app from Google store, set up into debug mode. Helium requires my phone on PTP mode, which I do, but 1 second later, it comes back to MTP mode.
Did I miss anything? I tried downloading "drivers" from helium 's suggestions, but the one they have their is older than my SPCC.
Thanks in advance! I really look forward to rooting my device and getting it's benefits. Cheers!
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I had the same problem, and I didn't find any solutions (I have Helium Premium). I ended up backing up my phone using Sonys software, just to be on the safe side. Rooting does not wipe your phone (at least not the method I used), but better safe than sorry. Unlocking on the other hand will wipe your phone!
After root, I installed Titanium and made all the backups I wanted. I also installed dual recovery (still without wiping the phone) and made a Nandroid bckup.
Titanium backup always work, use that in the future. It is worth the money, all others I have tried have been of no use
eirikgu said:
I had the same problem, and I didn't find any solutions (I have Helium Premium). I ended up backing up my phone using Sonys software, just to be on the safe side. Rooting does not wipe your phone (at least not the method I used), but better safe than sorry. Unlocking on the other hand will wipe your phone!
After root, I installed Titanium and made all the backups I wanted. I also installed dual recovery (still without wiping the phone) and made a Nandroid bckup.
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But the problem is I can't even back up properly with Sony backup, any work arounds for this?
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HellRoot said:
Titanium backup always work, use that in the future. It is worth the money, all others I have tried have been of no use
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Yes, I'm planning for premium, the problem is, I can't backup yet since helium is not working add it should and Sony's backup does not work as well
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digiknowzone said:
But the problem is I can't even back up properly with Sony backup, any work arounds for this?
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I didn't get pcc to work as well, but used the backup app on my phone.
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digiknowzone said:
Yes, I'm planning for premium, the problem is, I can't backup yet since helium is not working add it should and Sony's backup does not work as well
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Just forget the backup and start from a fresh start with titanium backup.. I have had same issues before...
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I didn't get pcc to work as well, but used the backup app on my phone.
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Yeah, I'm trying that now, was the backup app able to restore the data properly?
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HellRoot said:
Just forget the backup and start from a fresh start with titanium backup.. I have had same issues before...
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I use my phone for worth related stuff, so, I really can't do that, otherwise, this topic would be meaningless, lol
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digiknowzone said:
I use my phone for worth related stuff, so, I really can't do that, otherwise, this topic would be meaningless, lol
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He's right. Move all files from internal memory to the PC and then use titanium backup. It's able to back up your entire phone including the application data. Duh. It can actually backup your entire device with system apps and it's data.
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Hi people!!!
I'm ready to change my old android 4.0 for a new one, i'm thinking in 4.2.2 because it's newer and i think that has less bugs that this version.
But i'm worried about my apps, and services, like my gps points and my advace in my games and download again everything!!!
So, i want to know if exist any app to avoid download all again, and keep my info, like my notes, my downloads and everything.
Thanks in advance for the help!!!
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Google will back up all of your apps if you opted to do so. Make a nandroid back up in recovery, as well as a TiBu backup. Then when you isntall 4.2.2 you should be able to recover everything with those 3 backups.
x0ne215 said:
Google will back up all of your apps if you opted to do so. Make a nandroid back up in recovery, as well as a TiBu backup. Then when you isntall 4.2.2 you should be able to recover everything with those 3 backups.
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Going from 4.0 to 4.2.2 could cause issues though so be warned that after you restore your data you could encounter FC's. Not saying it will happen but there is always a chance. Especially considering that there is a completely different partition layout between where you are and where you are wanting to go.
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Going from 4.0 to 4.2.2 could cause issues though so be warned that after you restore your data you could encounter FC's. Not saying it will happen but there is always a chance. Especially considering that there is a completely different partition layout between where you are and where you are wanting to go.
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Well wouldn't he just flash 4.2.2 twice, then the gapps, and restore non-system apps and be fine?
x0ne215 said:
Well wouldn't he just flash 4.2.2 twice, then the gapps, and restore non-system apps and be fine?
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Yes that would work perfectly as far as restoring apps. However the restore of user data for the apps so he has his last save point on a game or is already logged into Facebook might be a different story. With the use of the /datadata partition in JB it could cause issues. But it might not I really don't know.
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Yes that would work perfectly as far as restoring apps. However the restore of user data for the apps so he has his last save point on a game or is already logged into Facebook might be a different story. With the use of the /datadata partition in JB it could cause issues. But it might not I really don't know.
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Good point, didn't think of that. I would think the apps should be able to find the correct path though when restoring backups from ICS to JB...worst comes to worst just move it manually
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Yes that would work perfectly as far as restoring apps. However the restore of user data for the apps so he has his last save point on a game or is already logged into Facebook might be a different story. With the use of the /datadata partition in JB it could cause issues. But it might not I really don't know.
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I know that cm10.1 has a symbolic link, data/data >> datadata, that gets created when you flash it. I imagine that is only there to allow legacy settings to work.
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Thanks for the answers, its really helpfull for me.
Mmm i think that it's better download all again, after that generate a issues in device, because it's just why i'm changing my android version jeje to avoid problems and bugs.
So, i want just one answer, what it's better for me.
Make that backup and restore with all its problems, or just download all my apps again and lose the data.
Remember i am a noob in this world, and i think that i can afford the time of install all again.
Thank forum, it's just a lot of help for me.
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diabolelx said:
Thanks for the answers, its really helpfull for me.
Mmm i think that it's better download all again, after that generate a issues in device, because it's just why i'm changing my android version jeje to avoid problems and bugs.
So, i want just one answer, what it's better for me.
Make that backup and restore with all its problems, or just download all my apps again and lose the data.
Remember i am a noob in this world, and i think that i can afford the time of install all again.
Thank forum, it's just a lot of help for me.
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Try both out. I would start by doing all your backups and then upgrade and try to restore your data. If it works then go with it. If you have problems resort to the other option.
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m1batt1 said:
Try both out. I would start by doing all your backups and then upgrade and try to restore your data. If it works then go with it. If you have problems resort to the other option.
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Haha the easy way it's always the best way jaja!!
Sure, i'm going to do that, i will try in this weekend because i can't leave my phone incomplete for my work, it's a extencion of me jeje
Thanks friend!
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dirty flash if on same rom
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diabolelx said:
Hi people!!!
I'm ready to change my old android 4.0 for a new one, i'm thinking in 4.2.2 because it's newer and i think that has less bugs that this version.
But i'm worried about my apps, and services, like my gps points and my advace in my games and download again everything!!!
So, i want to know if exist any app to avoid download all again, and keep my info, like my notes, my downloads and everything.
Thanks in advance for the help!!!
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You can use Titanium Backup to backup your apps
Shoot me down but I restored using TWRP and now need some advice on what I should do.
I updated my phone to 244 and rooted following the instructions from this page http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2387191
I didn't like it for a couple of reasons as my phone seemed buggy and my Walkman app wouldn't connect to music unlimited for some reason so I decided to restore back to my last firmware. (obviously a big mistake)
Now the battery is terrible, losses juice while plugged in to the mains while scrolling through apps and a bit of internet surfing. I unplugged my phone and within an hour has dropped to 75% with 30 mins of music and deleting apps while on the tube. WiFi and 3G turned off.
Do you think I should update through Sony companion and root through this method? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405
Did you do full wipe before restoring?
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glukasil said:
Did you do full wipe before restoring?
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No
I just restored my last save through TWRP so went back to firmware 423
If I do a full wipe, wont I lose twrp?
I do it all the time....full wipe, but dont wipe external sd card just choose first four options in advanced wipe menu
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glukasil said:
I do it all the time....full wipe, but dont wipe external sd card just choose first four options in advanced wipe menu
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How do I restore it?
I dont have advanced wipe menu option
Just noticed I am running TWRP 2.4.3
It see your phone is buggy since you updated,better if you flash stock rom with flashtool with full wipe than do the rooting.
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gm007 said:
It see your phone is buggy since you updated,better if you flash stock rom with flashtool with full wipe than do the rooting.
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Think I will do that.
I am just doing a Nandroid backup.
Do you think the battery will be fixed?
It's dropping 1% every minute just in standby.
If my phone was a person it would bleed to death.
serpicoUK said:
Do you think the battery will be fixed?
It's dropping 1% every minute just in standby.
If my phone was a person it would bleed to death.
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Sure it will.
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Sure it will.
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Cool
So should I flash 423 and then root and then restore from TWRP?
serpicoUK said:
Cool
So should I flash 423 and then root and then restore from TWRP?
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Do not restore your data,start with fresh installation,otherwise the battery drain will stay.
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Thats the way you should do it :good:
so I will need to download everything again?
serpicoUK said:
so I will need to download everything again?
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yes
It has gone down 8% in 2 and half hours so much better than before.
It may have fixed itself.
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I have flashed the new update so will see how it goes.
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Hey I know we don't have an unlocked bootloader yet, but since we're rooted, is there an alternate way to do nandroid backups? Don't wanna have to redo EVERYTHING on my note 3 if I have to reboot or get a new phone
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Titanium backup
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DroidOblivion said:
Hey I know we don't have an unlocked bootloader yet, but since we're rooted, is there an alternate way to do nandroid backups? Don't wanna have to redo EVERYTHING on my note 3 if I have to reboot or get a new phone
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The best thing you can do at this point is use Titanium Backup or a similar app. Nandroid backups isn't possible just yet that I am aware of.
Hi,
I wanted to know if the backups made on jellybean firmware are compatible with the 4.4 kitkat firmware.
Or it asks you to make new backups and calls them incompatible as for the 4.2 to 4.3 transition.
Backups made using the Sony Backup Restore App.
Thanks for you time
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Incompatible.
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I would suggest all will be fine
Since that's 2 different bits of advice, just try it and see I think you will find it will be ok
Thanks but I need to be more sure.
I plan to format the phone while updating to 4.4, otherwise I'll have to update--> backup and then format...which is a pain.
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Im sure .i backed up 4.3 then wiped to 4.4 and back up didnt get accepted. Maybe go titanium backup if u know how to use it but sony back up restore wont wont work. The base xperia apps like.phone contact says xml is incompatible. Maybe third party apps will work but not phone or message app etc.
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Ok so I've had nothing but trouble with Titanium Backup and Kit Kat. I can get it to install a few apps at a time but then it freezes, I have to force close and start over. Took about 5 hours this last time.
I posted a thread to that effect, but didn't really get any answers so I thought I'd ask what you guys are using for backing up?
I started using Rom Toolbox a while back, but upon flashing several months ago, I ended up with corrupt data and that was no fun...so I went back to ttb...and now this is happening.
Any suggestions on a backup app that seems to be flawless and for sure works with KitKat?
BRIMS7ON3 said:
Ok so I've had nothing but trouble with Titanium Backup and Kit Kat. I can get it to install a few apps at a time but then it freezes, I have to force close and start over. Took about 5 hours this last time.
I posted a thread to that effect, but didn't really get any answers so I thought I'd ask what you guys are using for backing up?
I started using Rom Toolbox a while back, but upon flashing several months ago, I ended up with corrupt data and that was no fun...so I went back to ttb...and now this is happening.
Any suggestions on a backup app that seems to be flawless and for sure works with KitKat?
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Have not had any issues with Titanium Backup since moving to KK. Works just like it did on JB for me. Maybe you can try helium. You have USB debugging on? You using the pro version / and the latest version?
evolutioncsr said:
Have not had any issues with Titanium Backup since moving to KK. Works just like it did on JB for me. Maybe you can try helium. You have USB debugging on? You using the pro version / and the latest version?
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I will try helium.... ironically I apparently had it and just uninstalled it because I didn't know what it was...lol
Yes to debugging and yes pro and latest version...
I'm on the pure ce rom if that matters...
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BRIMS7ON3 said:
I will try helium.... ironically I apparently had it and just uninstalled it because I didn't know what it was...lol
Yes to debugging and yes pro and latest version...
I'm on the pure ce rom if that matters...
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Are you restoring apps that were previously on your JB build and now restoring them on KitKat? Also, are you trying to restore system apps or data apps?
User apps... And no, I was on kit kat already on knoxraid...
And the backups are good... That's what's weird... When I force stop ttb and restart it, they install fine... Until it freezes again.
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BRIMS7ON3 said:
User apps... And no, I was on kit kat already on knoxraid...
And the backups are good... That's what's weird... When I force stop ttb and restart it, they install fine... Until it freezes again.
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You can try tb restore fixer from the play store. It worked for me but I heard it was a hit and miss. Just run the app and hit fix then your done
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