Hello everyone
I borrowed a Galaxy Advance with "mobile star" rom that based on version of Android 2.3.6, without Root and with original recovery.
The device has data and applications on it.
i want to reset the device before i start to use it.
but before that, I would like to perform a full backup device (like nandroid).
when i need to return the device i would like to restore the galaxy advance to the starting point i got the phone.
I would prefer not to do root to the device if it not necessary.
how can i do full backup?
thanks
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Hi Guys,
I got 3 question,
1-) when you do a ROM BACKUP using Rom Manager, does it backup all your apps and their settings? or do i need Titanium backup for that?
2-) I got a samsung captivate that has Lag Fix installed , anyone know if Rom Manager works ok with that, like if i restore from my backed up ROM, does cause any problem having lag fix?
3-) anyone can point me to a tutorial on how to backup / restore using Rom Manager?
Thank you and appreciate your time.
1. it backs up the phone in its current state, meaning all apps/settings
2. it would probably be best to undo the lagfix
3. click on backup current rom or manager rom backups... thats it.
Anyone that know a backup app/program that can backup all my data so that I can root my N1 2.3.4?
Not really up to the whole factory reset and do all customizing again... :/
I can backup my SD easy with USB cable but the internal memory is a different story.
Thanks
Maybe downgrade?
Hello XDA-Community!
I got the same problem as TheWierd - I am running stock 2.3.4 on N1 with no root and locked bootloader. I would like to change to a custom rom to have more fun (and mainly because i am running out of internal memory, so a forced move2SD would be cool). But i dont want to lose some app data like savegames, settings etc.
Is there a way to have a good backup before flashing the new rom? so getting root without unlocking the bootloader and therefore wiping the whole device? (e.g. is it possible to downgrade to 2.3.3 and use gingerbreak oder superoneclick?)
Thanks for any help!
PS: I don't want to hijack your thread, TheWierd, just wanted to state, that you're not the only one how's got that problem
Hypoferalcus said:
PS: I don't want to hijack your thread, TheWierd, just wanted to state, that you're not the only one how's got that problem
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No problem mate, would think that more got this problem but no real info about it.
Find Sh**loads of threads with the answer "Titan Backup" etc. replies...
Like they don't know that you need root to do that...
Hehe - ya, it's like an infinite loop - you want to root your phone, but in order to root it, you must unlock and therefore wipe it, before you can wipe it you want to backup the data, in order to backup you need to root your phone, ... etc.
I hope anyone can help here
MyBackup Pro is about as good as you are going to get. You can add a few SMS backup apps and stuff also, but you can't backup everything without root...
Hi again folks!
thanks for the info, danger-rat - I thought as much!
So i just did it yesterday. Flashed CM7 and I'm very happy with it! Ya, I lost some savegames (Stupid Zombies, Alchemy, etc.) but I also could backup some other data and settings.
It was really easy to flash it. Well, so I'm out here!
Kind regards and thanks
Hello,
Is there a way to create backup of current image of Galaxy Note Device and thus the applications, like the process mentioned for Galaxy S at -
How to make an Odin flashable ROM
or
[SCRIPT] ROM Packager [UPDATE 7/2]
Would any of the above process work for Galaxy Note.
Is there a way to take backups of applications without rooting the device. Nandroid and Titanium backup are there, but I believe they work only for rooted devices.
Thanks.
would like to know to
sam.wilder said:
Hello,
Is there a way to create backup of current image of Galaxy Note Device and thus the applications, like the process mentioned for Galaxy S at -
How to make an Odin flashable ROM
or
[SCRIPT] ROM Packager [UPDATE 7/2]
Would any of the above process work for Galaxy Note.
Is there a way to take backups of applications without rooting the device. Nandroid and Titanium backup are there, but I believe they work only for rooted devices.
Thanks.
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I would like to know that to even if you try those process its imposible theres no such directorys i think samsung just change them in the galaxy note
hello guys
i am new to the android world and i am having alot of fun using it
its simply amazing and i decided to go further with new roms
i started by rooting my SGS and i had alot of features after that
i saw ics and am disperate to install it but am afraid
the point is i don't have any experience in android or programming
so plz answer my questions:
1-can i pack up the stock os from my mobile in order to return back to it in case anything goes wrong?
2-what is the difference between kernel and ios?
3-can anything wrong in flashing a new rom cause device hardware mulfunction?
thank u in advance hope someone answer me ASAP
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Electronic and Telecommunications Engineer
CCNP,CCNA VOIP.
1- you can revert back to your stock OS by doing the nandroid backup before flash to other custom rom.
2- kernel and iOS is totally different things. iOS is an OS use by Apple. Kernel is a core that provides basic services all others parts in operating system. OS is a set of program that manage computer hardware and provides services for application software.
3- You must bare your own risk to flash your phone coz bad thing may happen. But if you follow the instructions properly, it won't have any problem.
thx very much but i didnt mean ios from apple i ment the difference between a kernel and a rom
and for the nandroid backup is it a software? does it have anything to do with titanium backup?
thx again
my understanding of nandroid backup is it sits on the recovery menu. it is found on most custom kernel here on xda. it backup your entire phone except those files found on sdcard. titanium is mostly for apps
if you want to try another rom, it is best you use nandroid, just in case you want to revert back
Nand backup is accessible using the recovery menu. but from what i can tell some recovery's wont accept backups made using different recovery's. it is a direct copy of the memory stored there. unlike titanium that backs up the .apks and what not.
roms contain kernels and modems and the android operating system. but there are kernels that you can use that are not stock and can be installed/flashed using the same method in the recovery menu. they are interchangeable as long as its compatible with the rom. same i believe goes for modems. usually if you search the forums, any Samsung based kernel will go with any Samsung based ROM. same goes for asop/CM7 i believe.
I was following this thread here: [IMPORTANT][GUIDE] What to do after you have bought your Galaxy S3 4G GT-I9305? and I got a bit lost in part 6.
I've done following:
1. Kies and drivers and on PC
2. IMEI/NV backed up on PC (USB modes set forth and back)
3.-4. Rooted and CWM recovery installed
5. Nandroid backup taken on external SD
6. Soo I got my backups secured in 2 locations..but what now?.. It says I have to go to part 2 and continue where I left off?
quote:
"Remember where you left off in 2nd step above? Well now you can go back and complete the partition backup of the efs folders. You should be left with 4 backup files for this final section of the backup process >>> http://splashurl.com/o7hwdsr"
But there is no mention of efs folders in part 2-link. I'm confused. I'm not native english speaker, so that messes up things sometimes.
BTW I did install Cerberus ROM at some point (Don't ask me why. Love the features, but don't know if there's any benefit it being flashed).
So I'm Rooted, CWMed and installed Cerberus ROM. I guess I have no stock ROM anymore?
And last: Is there a place you can search stock ROMs?
Edit #X: I found stock rom for what I have in phone. Galaxy S 3 LTE GT-I9305 I9305XXBMI3 Android 4.1.2
trigsu said:
I was following this thread here: [IMPORTANT][GUIDE] What to do after you have bought your Galaxy S3 4G GT-I9305? and I got a bit lost in part 6.
I've done following:
1. Kies and drivers and on PC
2. IMEI/NV backed up on PC (USB modes set forth and back)
3.-4. Rooted and CWM recovery installed
5. Nandroid backup taken on external SD
6. Soo I got my backups secured in 2 locations..but what now?.. It says I have to go to part 2 and continue where I left off?
quote:
"Remember where you left off in 2nd step above? Well now you can go back and complete the partition backup of the efs folders. You should be left with 4 backup files for this final section of the backup process >>> http://splashurl.com/o7hwdsr"
But there is no mention of efs folders in part 2-link. I'm confused. I'm not native english speaker, so that messes up things sometimes.
BTW I did install Cerberus ROM at some point (Don't ask me why. Love the features, but don't know if there's any benefit it being flashed).
So I'm Rooted, CWMed and installed Cerberus ROM. I guess I have no stock ROM anymore?
And last: Is there a place you can search stock ROMs?
Edit #X: I found stock rom for what I have in phone. Galaxy S 3 LTE GT-I9305 I9305XXBMI3 Android 4.1.2
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My first language is English and I didn't quite get it either. But following all the steps gave me nandroid backup and i think the qcn file is good enough for you to restore. seeing as you managed to flash a rom I guess you're all good. I was following the steps too and after I didn't get that part I just went ahead and flashed ROM, had no problems, maybe it was an edit error and guide maker forgot to add in something?
Difficult but reads as backup EFS to me and its no harm to have more than one backup .
So I'm Rooted, CWMed and installed Cerberus ROM. I guess I have no stock ROM anymore?
Correct.
JJEgan said:
Difficult but reads as backup EFS to me and its no harm to have more than one backup .
So I'm Rooted, CWMed and installed Cerberus ROM. I guess I have no stock ROM anymore?
Correct.
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Would have I been stock ROM without cerberus ROM flashed?