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Hi everyone, I'm sorry if the question I have had already been asked before, I looked the forum thoroughly, couldn't find an answer. so I apologize for the repeat post.
I have the HTC Vivid (AT&T) about week or so ago I upgraded to Android 4.0.3(ICS) and since then I could no longer find the options that allow me to install app from untrusted sources. whenever I try to install an app on my SD card it would pop up saying "Install Blocked. For security. your phone i set to block installation of applications not obtained from Android Market." then I will have the option to cancel or go to settings, but when I go to settings it brings me under security menu and I do not see the option to check install from untrusted source. I know I had the option before when i was on Android 2.3.4, but I lost it after I did the upgrade. FYI I did not root or flash roms. the Android 2.3.4 i was on was stock came with the phone and 4.0.3 I downloaded and installed from HTC website. is this HTC's doing? or AT&T basically just screwed me?
thanks in advance for any type of suggestions.
Under security there is a device administration at the bottom of the screen when you first open the security settings options and it had a check box labeled unknown sources
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all i see under security are
Screen Lock
Sim Card Lock
Set up SIM Card lock
Passwords
Make passwords vivible
Credential Storage
Trusted credentials
Install from storage
Clear credentials(Grayed out)
so it's safe to assume basically AT&T screwed me over
Kyosuke215 said:
all i see under security are
Screen Lock
Sim Card Lock
Set up SIM Card lock
Passwords
Make passwords vivible
Credential Storage
Trusted credentials
Install from storage
Clear credentials(Grayed out)
so it's safe to assume basically AT&T screwed me over
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There have been a handful of other users who's option for this disappeared after doing the OTA. Running the RUU fixed them I do believe
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i'm dumb and already posted this. Please delete
homeslice976 said:
There have been a handful of other users who's option for this disappeared after doing the OTA. Running the RUU fixed them I do believe
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so run the RUU from HTC again might fix it??
Kyosuke215 said:
all i see under security are
Screen Lock
Sim Card Lock
Set up SIM Card lock
Passwords
Make passwords vivible
Credential Storage
Trusted credentials
Install from storage
Clear credentials(Grayed out)
so it's safe to assume basically AT&T screwed me over
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You are missing the Device Administrators section between Passwords and Credential Storage. See screen shot in earlier post. I may have this because I had set my phone for unknown sources before the upgrade. So, the setting may have carried over from the earlier settings.
Kyosuke215 said:
so run the RUU from HTC again might fix it??
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Probably where I'd start - it will wipe data FYI. When you upgraded, did you upgrade OTA or did you run the RUU?
brucegil said:
You are missing the Device Administrators section between Passwords and Credential Storage. See screen shot in earlier post. I may have this because I had set my phone for unknown sources before the upgrade. So, the setting may have carried over from the earlier settings.
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my phone was set on install untrusted source before the upgrade as well, but after the upgrade that option is gone. i'm trying to reinstall the RUU from HTC website again see if it will fix it
Kyosuke215 said:
Hi everyone, I'm sorry if the question I have had already been asked before, I looked the forum thoroughly, couldn't find an answer. so I apologize for the repeat post.
I have the HTC Vivid (AT&T) about week or so ago I upgraded to Android 4.0.3(ICS) and since then I could no longer find the options that allow me to install app from untrusted sources. whenever I try to install an app on my SD card it would pop up saying "Install Blocked. For security. your phone i set to block installation of applications not obtained from Android Market." then I will have the option to cancel or go to settings, but when I go to settings it brings me under security menu and I do not see the option to check install from untrusted source. I know I had the option before when i was on Android 2.3.4, but I lost it after I did the upgrade. FYI I did not root or flash roms. the Android 2.3.4 i was on was stock came with the phone and 4.0.3 I downloaded and installed from HTC website. is this HTC's doing? or AT&T basically just screwed me?
thanks in advance for any type of suggestions.
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I had the same issue when I did the update this afternoon. All I had to do to fix it was to activate your phone’s USB Debugging mode by going to Settings > Applications > Development then check the box next to the USB Debugging option.
Turn off your smartphone then boot to bootloader mode by pressing the Volume Down key while holding the Power button.
Then perform a factory reset.
djsizzle said:
I had the same issue when I did the update this afternoon. All I had to do to fix it was to activate your phone’s USB Debugging mode by going to Settings > Applications > Development then check the box next to the USB Debugging option.
Turn off your smartphone then boot to bootloader mode by pressing the Volume Down key while holding the Power button.
Then perform a factory reset.
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Good find!
Lookout Hid Phone Administration
Kyosuke215 said:
Hi everyone, I'm sorry if the question I have had already been asked before, I looked the forum thoroughly, couldn't find an answer. so I apologize for the repeat post.
I have the HTC Vivid (AT&T) about week or so ago I upgraded to Android 4.0.3(ICS) and since then I could no longer find the options that allow me to install app from untrusted sources. whenever I try to install an app on my SD card it would pop up saying "Install Blocked. For security. your phone i set to block installation of applications not obtained from Android Market." then I will have the option to cancel or go to settings, but when I go to settings it brings me under security menu and I do not see the option to check install from untrusted source. I know I had the option before when i was on Android 2.3.4, but I lost it after I did the upgrade. FYI I did not root or flash roms. the Android 2.3.4 i was on was stock came with the phone and 4.0.3 I downloaded and installed from HTC website. is this HTC's doing? or AT&T basically just screwed me?
thanks in advance for any type of suggestions.
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I had the exact same symptoms and I finally figured out that if I disabled "Advanced Protection" in Lookout app, it un hid my Phone Administration options under security and I could then put a check mark in the tick box. Are you running any "security" oriented apps that might have done the same thing to you?
In security the option you are looking for is unknown sources.
Sent from my De-Sensed HTC Vivid using xda app-developers app
I've never used any other market to download apps, however that option has always been on my Vivid, even after the OTA upgrade to ICS. The Device administration, with the unchecked box, is right there in the security section.
Kyosuke215 said:
my phone was set on install untrusted source before the upgrade as well, but after the upgrade that option is gone. i'm trying to reinstall the RUU from HTC website again see if it will fix it
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Yeah, mine was similar. I had untrusted sources checked before the upgrade to ICS, now the option is gone. I can still use untrusted sources, though, so I am OK, at least for now.
I've just discovered as soon as I setup my work exchange account is when I lose the untrusted sources option. If I remove the account, it comes back. Here's the kicker - if unknown sources is checked before I setup the account, unknown sources are still allowed, even though the option is not there. If the box is not checked before setting up the account, I lose the option and the ability to install from unknown sources. Anyone else? Try..if you have an exchange account setup and have lost unknown sources, remove the account and see what happens
homeslice976 said:
I've just discovered as soon as I setup my work exchange account is when I lose the untrusted sources option. If I remove the account, it comes back. Here's the kicker - if unknown sources is checked before I setup the account, unknown sources are still allowed, even though the option is not there. If the box is not checked before setting up the account, I lose the option and the ability to install from unknown sources. Anyone else? Try..if you have an exchange account setup and have lost unknown sources, remove the account and see what happens
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Brilliant! I verified this on mine by deleting my Exchange server account (hey, I'm not working there anyway...). Untrusted sources reappeared in my security settings. I then re-created the account and the untrusted sources disappeared.
It may have to do with the administrative things that are required for the Exchange account. I believe that is some sort of security setup for the server, but I suspect that is what hides the untrusted sources.
As you said, it hides it. If it was checked before, it still acts as though it was checked. If you remove the Exchange account, the option reappears and is checked. Therefore just hidden, not removed. That is good, because it means you can delete the account, check the untrusted sources, then recreate the account and everything works.
Oh, and by the way; I use Enhanced Email instead of the default Email app. In fact, I uninstalled the default Email app. Therefore, it is not the app causing the hiding, it is the security administration option that pops up after setting up the account.
Enhanced Email, by the way, handles Exchange accounts much better than the default Email, and is much easier to set things up. I got if free from Amazon on their App of the Day. Highly recommended.
Great find, thanks for that information!
I also use Enhanced Email. It is a very good alternative. I could never get settings to stick with the stock email and exchange.
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No unknown sources available
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and I recently bought HTC Vivid unlocked phone from my friend. I noticed that I have the exact same problem where I am missing the unknown sources check box and unable to install any outside play store apps. I tried everything given here in this thread but nothing helped. I havent done running RUU again as I dont know what RUU is. Also I think my phone is not yet rooted. I have NQ Mobile Security app installed on my phone, & even after uninstalling this app nothing helped.
I've attached the screenshot of my phone Security Settings. I'd really appreciate if I can get help in this regard.
Thanks.
Hello Everyone, i'm sure you know this message... I jast can't pass it, drives me crazy! (This device was reset to continue, sign in with a Google account previously synced on this device)
The story:
I just bought a used Mi5, installed CM13 + GAps, and this message appeared when i tried to start the phone for first time (initial setup).
So, the previous owner didn't remove his google account, to use the phone, i first has to login with his account. OK.
(NOTE:he tried to login to google devices / security page, and remove the phone from there, he couldn't
What i did:
I called the previous owner, and asked for his password.
He provided me, but since he was using his G-passwords other places as well, changed it to a temporary, and gave that to me.
Tried to login with HIS Google Account, then the message changed: "sorry, due to the reason, that the password changed recently, you can't login to this device" ...OUCH
OK... I thought, i put MIui 8 Global back, and try it from there.
Installed Stock firmware Mi8 started with the initial setup, logged into google with the previous owner account, WORKED!
Went to settings, removed the previous owner account,
reboot,
Did a factory reset.
Started MI again, added my google account,
reboot.
Install CM13 + Gaps.
THE MESSAGE IS STILL THERE (This device was reset to continue, sign in with a Google account previously synced on this device), can't login to the phone.
So after installing CM13 google still dedects the phone with as it's connected to the previous owner. I'm really clueless here.
IS there any solution for this? HELP ME PLEASE (screaming out loud)
Installed Stock firmware Mi8 started with the initial setup, logged into google with the previous owner account, WORKED!
Went to settings, removed the previous owner account,
reboot,
I think before doing factory reset, you should login to your own google acc.
If you will use cm13, wipe everything and flash rom and reboot, wait for home screen to show up and then flash gapps... The point is flash the gapps after first boot.
nla333 said:
I you will use cm13, wipe everything and flash rom and reboot, wait for home screen to show up and then flash gapps... The point is flash the gapps after first boot.
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I'll check, sounds sensible. Thank you!!
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hiepthong said:
Installed Stock firmware Mi8 started with the initial setup, logged into google with the previous owner account, WORKED!
Went to settings, removed the previous owner account,
reboot,
I think before doing factory reset, you should login to your own google acc.
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I'm not sure about that, i mean, the posts are usually saying, that remove the account, then do the factory reset, but it may worth a shot, if it works, i will report back here.
I really don't know why i didn't think of that
nla333 said:
I you will use cm13, wipe everything and flash rom and reboot, wait for home screen to show up and then flash gapps... The point is flash the gapps after first boot.
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But of course, that was the solution, everything works perfectly.
Thanks, can be closed.
For MI Max 2 i had reset the phone and forgot my Microsoft account password and also recovery option also not available, how can i proceed, please help me to resolve this. after adding new mail id error message is coming like 'This device was reset to continue, sign in with a Google account previously synced on this device'.
is thr other way to log in to phone, please help me to unlock device.
***Solved***
First Of all I want to thank you all for helping me out.
So it was google that updated their Google Account Manager apk so you can't login in this way In order to make your device "thinking" that this is the last account that was synced with the device.
and I realized that I should get some older version of GoogleAccountManager In order to fake the frp lock but the current version is blocking any older installation of it. In my case GoogleAccountManager 7.0.24 blocked the installation of GoogleAccountManager 6.0.XX(think it was 23).
So I decided to go a little rough on it and Downgraded the whole device Android Version (found a stock 5.1.1 for t817A model) In order to force the GoogleAccountManager application to downgrade also.
Some people complained that the FRP blocks their try to change android version but it wasn't my problem so I don't know how to help here.
after the downgrade I was able by using QuickShourcutMaker then opening GoogleAccountManager to login my account (many tutorials around the web), restarted the phone and TADAM, works like charm
My dad bought me a used one for the New Year (as I wished) and unfortunately it is FRP lock.
SO I've searched on how to disable this lock and I found I'm able to open google chrome settings but with no success further.
I've seen people enabling USB debugging then some how disabling that lock but I think google blocked my access to developer options so I think I'm pretty stuck ..
also, I have the option to send it back to the store overseas but I would like to try saving some time and unlocking it by myself so any ideas guys?
Settings > About
Hit build number 10 times
developer options
enable oem unlocking
profit
Lightn1ng said:
Settings > About
Hit build number 10 times
developer options
enable oem unlocking
profit
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It does nothing, I clicked every button about 50 times
indra2 said:
It does nothing, I clicked every button about 50 times
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What does nothing?
indra2 said:
It does nothing, I clicked every button about 50 times
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Does it allow internet access if you type browser?
Or try typing accounts.
The goal is to enable another account on the device.
Lightn1ng said:
What does nothing?
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By clicking 10 time the baseband it ain't allowinh the developer opitons.
ashyx said:
Does it allow internet access if you type browser?
Or try typing accounts.
The goal is to enable another account on the device.
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Is i managed to open chrome with internet connection.
indra2 said:
By clicking 10 time the baseband it ain't allowinh the developer opitons.
Is i managed to open chrome with internet connection.
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Search for an app called QuickShirtcutMaker. Download, install and run it.
Type ACCOUNT in the search field. Look for SETTINGS(add an account) then tap Try.
Create a Google account then log into it.
If it creates the account then you should be able to use the new account to bypass the GOOGLE login.
Reboot first.
ashyx said:
Search for an app called QuickShirtcutMaker. Download, install and run it.
Type ACCOUNT in the search field. Look for SETTINGS(add an account) then tap Try.
Create a Google account then log into it.
If it creates the account then you should be able to use the new account to bypass the GOOGLE login.
Reboot first.
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Ok, so it seems like my Google Account Manager is 7.0.24 version, and it disallows me to add a google account through QuickShortcutMaker.
Many site's are telling to Reinstall to older versions of GoogleAccountManager but when I try to install any older version that I found it says "The package appears to be corrupt".
Now im feeling stuck agein but thank for the fast answers 'till now :good:
indra2 said:
Ok, so it seems like my Google Account Manager is 7.0.24 version, and it disallows me to add a google account through QuickShortcutMaker.
Many site's are telling to Reinstall to older versions of GoogleAccountManager but when I try to install any older version that I found it says "The package appears to be corrupt".
Now im feeling stuck agein but thank for the fast answers 'till now :good:
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Did you select SETTINGS > SETTINGS (add account)?
ashyx said:
Search for an app called QuickShirtcutMaker. Download, install and run it.
Type ACCOUNT in the search field. Look for SETTINGS(add an account) then tap Try.
Create a Google account then log into it.
If it creates the account then you should be able to use the new account to bypass the GOOGLE login.
Reboot first.
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ashyx said:
Did you select SETTINGS > SETTINGS (add account)?
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Yes but it ain't allowed me to access any google account.
***Solved***
First Of all I want to thank you all for helping me out.
So it was google that updated their Google Account Manager apk so you can't login in this way In order to make your device "thinking" that this is the last account that was synced with the device.
and I realized that I should get some older version of GoogleAccountManager In order to fake the frp lock but the current version is blocking any older installation of it. In my case GoogleAccountManager 7.0.24 blocked the installation of GoogleAccountManager 6.0.XX(think it was 23).
So I decided to go a little rough on it and Downgraded the whole device Android Version (found a stock 5.1.1 for t817A model) In order to force the GoogleAccountManager application to downgrade also.
Some people complained that the FRP blocks their try to change android version but it wasn't my problem so I don't know how to help here.
after the downgrade I was able by using QuickShourcutMaker then opening GoogleAccountManager to login my account (many tutorials around the web), restarted the phone and TADAM, works like charm
Again thank you guys
Using Odin files to update a Samsung AT&T model will almost always result in a factory reset being performed, and I've also seen the same thing happen when trying to update via OTA zip in Recovery. I'm providing this package for anyone still using the S5, to be able to update software without needing to do a factory reset. I have personally verified that these files will perform the update without wiping any data. These files will update you to the Build/Baseband ending in QD1, Android 6.0.
My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc.
Happy flashing!
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=1899786940962576350
Worked great..Thanks! But....
You are theman for this! I have a 900A AT&T and have struggled for days to get it unlocked, upgraded and working without tripping the secure software alert. I started with a 4.X maintenance OS, then rooted, SafeStrapped then pushed this update via ODIN and it worked. Now, the only issue i am having is apps crashing continuously. Started with google play and play services now spreading. I ASSUME this is due to apps not getting updated in the update to 6.X. Correct me if I am wrong. I have updated those via APKs along with others to new versions yet it still happens. Now its also Chrome, File manager etc. Is this maybe a code bug, or am I missing something here? Thanks again
3rdRockfromSun said:
You are theman for this! I have a 900A AT&T and have struggled for days to get it unlocked, upgraded and working without tripping the secure software alert. I started with a 4.X maintenance OS, then rooted, SafeStrapped then pushed this update via ODIN and it worked. Now, the only issue i am having is apps crashing continuously. Started with google play and play services now spreading. I ASSUME this is due to apps not getting updated in the update to 6.X. Correct me if I am wrong. I have updated those via APKs along with others to new versions yet it still happens. Now its also Chrome, File manager etc. Is this maybe a code bug, or am I missing something here? Thanks again
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No idea. Can't really diagnose app crashes - too many possibilities.
Also: hopefully you're now aware that you're not rooted any longer and (probably) can't ever root it again
iBowToAndroid said:
No idea. Can't really diagnose app crashes - too many possibilities.
Also: hopefully you're now aware that you're not rooted any longer and (probably) can't ever root it again
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Yeah I saw that, but thats ok. My biggest objective is to get it unlocked from AT&T so I can use it (this whole venture has just turned into a learning/fun toy to play with now) on my carrier. That is yet TBD. Any thoughts on that?
3rdRockfromSun said:
Yeah I saw that, but thats ok. My biggest objective is to get it unlocked from AT&T so I can use it (this whole venture has just turned into a learning/fun toy to play with now) on my carrier. That is yet TBD. Any thoughts on that?
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https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/
Thanks in advance for any help, short version at top, details below.
-- Short version:
Please help me recover my data, and phone if possible.
I need the data, esp texts and notes, for both personal (some family members have passed on) and business.
I have a new Galaxy S21 and / or PC Smart Switch ready to receive data backup if we can evacuate it from the S5.
ODIN flash seems to pass but has 'Resizing Data' fail, and phone still won't boot past AT&T logo screen.
All web searches seem to say Factory Reset is my last option, but I don't want to lose the data.
Please share ANY advice on how I can recover the data.
-- More details:
Phone = SM-G900A Samsung Galaxy S5 AT&T
Use = pristine, never rooted, modded, or unfortunately backed up
Status = will not boot, passes screen 1 'Galaxy S5', screen 2 'Samsung script', then stops on screen 3 'AT&T globe logo'
More details = Used clean for ~7 years, then on day x, saw phone automatically complete a system update (green screen, sprockets, "your phone is updating"), which was surprising as it's years after it is no longer supported by AT&T. After that update, I continued to use the phone that day, but it then rebooted automatically and stuck on the AT&T globe logo.
Attempts to fix = soft reset, battery pull, can't get into SAFE MODE, can get into and out of recovery mode, found this firmware (THANKS @iBowToAndroid), used multiple ODIN (Odin3 v3.13.3_3B_PatcheD, Odin3 v3.14.1_3B_PatcheD) to flash it (my first Android flashing experience). On flashing process, ODIN on PC shows 'PASS' and log shows "<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)", but phone shows 'Resizing Data' failed:
"
Supported API: 3
-- Installing package...
Finding update package...
Opening update package...
Verifying update package...
Installing update...
Successfully installed package.
-- Resizing Data...
Can't open dir '/data/user/0/com.sec.knox.bluetooth' (Permission denied)
E:failed the resizing-data
"
PFA screen shots
Martin2019 said:
Thanks in advance for any help, short version at top, details below.
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Trying the "wipe cache partition" is the only thing I can think of
iBowToAndroid said:
Trying the "wipe cache partition" is the only thing I can think of
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Short version:
THANKS for the quick reply, very much appreciate your help.
Am I really left with only a Factory Reset and then trying to use Data Recovery software to get ‘some’ data back?
I really don't want to give up on the data, so I'm still trying anything I can think of in research and repeated attempts.
More details:
I have tried the recovery mode 'Wipe cache partition' option before and after using ODIN.
I've tried doing it 'twice' per recommendation of some of the web advice I've read in trying to research this.
I've noticed that sometimes the colored highlight of the 'Reboot to bootloader' option then turns background green instead of usual blue, but I don't know why, or if that matters.
Still, the ODIN flash effort always returns the permission error, and the boot always sticks on the AT&T logo.
The string seems to indicate a 'user data' permission error?
Is there any way to debug the logic of the firmware or slog through the 'Recovery Logs' to determine and resolve the cause of the permission error?
When the problem began, I had an SD card and SIM card loaded.
I've since removed both in trying to address this, also per 'web advice'.
Any chance putting them back in helps somehow?
Any other options available via apply update from SD card or ADB?
Any way to setup the Android OS as a secondary drive to another machine to pull data out that way?
I've done similar things with Windows OS in PC environment, but I'm not seeing anyone trying that with Android.
If I am really stuck with factory reset, are there any data recovery programs I could try afterward that work with the G900A?
So far I've looked at Dr Fone, Tenorshare, EaseUS, FonePaw, and D-Back, and none seem to work with the AT&T model variant.
Maybe that's just because they don't have access to AT&T firmware available to install, but if I clear the stuck boot via FR, they then might be able to get some of my data back via drive scan - whatever data is not truly overwritten by the FR?
Martin2019 said:
Short version:
THANKS for the quick reply, very much appreciate your help.
Am I really left with only a Factory Reset and then trying to use Data Recovery software to get ‘some’ data back?
I really don't want to give up on the data, so I'm still trying anything I can think of in research and repeated attempts.
More details:
I have tried the recovery mode 'Wipe cache partition' option before and after using ODIN.
I've tried doing it 'twice' per recommendation of some of the web advice I've read in trying to research this.
I've noticed that sometimes the colored highlight of the 'Reboot to bootloader' option then turns background green instead of usual blue, but I don't know why, or if that matters.
Still, the ODIN flash effort always returns the permission error, and the boot always sticks on the AT&T logo.
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I own and run a business that performs SIM unlocking and other software-related services for mobile devices, so we see situations like yours quite a bit. And I don't know of anything else that you can do. From reports, we've heard that none of those "recovery services" actually work to recover any data, after a reset
iBowToAndroid said:
I own and run a business that performs SIM unlocking and other software-related services for mobile devices, so we see situations like yours quite a bit. And I don't know of anything else that you can do. From reports, we've heard that none of those "recovery services" actually work to recover any data, after a reset
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Disappointing to hear bad news, but appreciate your effort and insight in providing it, thanks.
I've learned alot in researching it.
I just wish I'd known it before the problem, which I'm sure you also hear quite a bit.
Please let me know if you think of anything else I can try.
Martin2019 said:
Disappointing to hear bad news, but appreciate your effort and insight in providing it, thanks.
I've learned alot in researching it.
I just wish I'd known it before the problem, which I'm sure you also hear quite a bit.
Please let me know if you think of anything else I can try.
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You can never trust a mobile device 100%, especially not one that's 7 years old. That's why anything that's that important needs to be backed up at all times
iBowToAndroid said:
You can never trust a mobile device 100%, especially not one that's 7 years old. That's why anything that's that important needs to be backed up at all times
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Totally agree, and totally on me for not having a backup.
I was just foolish enough to not know yet how easy it is to back up.
Give me 10 minutes of life again now in this phone, I use Smart Switch to backup, and I'm off to a new phone, or even FR on this one and reload.
Now where did I put my Delorean...
iBowToAndroid said:
You can never trust a mobile device 100%, especially not one that's 7 years old. That's why anything that's that important needs to be backed up at all times
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Have you ever tried a 'combination key' approach to get data access?
As in...
Smart Switch on PC won't connect, but ODIN does show 'Added'.
I don't understand the granular details, but hoping you might...
Could we use both Smart Switch and ODIN in some combination sequence that would allow Smart Switch to pull the data off to a Smart Switch PC backup that I could then throw onto a new phone?
When it's in Downloading (firmware flashing) mode, a modem port is used. The modem port is also there when the device is booted up in Normal mode, but that's not useful for extracting any data off of it. I don't know what Smart Switch uses, but I would assume File Transfer (MTP) and/or ADB. And those aren't fully functional until the device fully boots up.
Do you have a screen lock on the device?
iBowToAndroid said:
When it's in Downloading (firmware flashing) mode, a modem port is used. The modem port is also there when the device is booted up in Normal mode, but that's not useful for extracting any data off of it. I don't know what Smart Switch uses, but I would assume File Transfer (MTP) and/or ADB. And those aren't fully functional until the device fully boots up.
Do you have a screen lock on the device?
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No lock on device, just swipe to go from 'lock screen' to home screen, prior to this boot problem obv.
One of the data recovery sw that I tried (EaseUS I think) did reach a screen asking me to enable USB debugging to continue, but I don't think I can do that without booting up.
I 'think' I remember that screen saying something like 'MTP device' connected, when it asked me to do that.
Any way to sneak into MTP mode from that?
Martin2019 said:
No lock on device, just swipe to go from 'lock screen' to home screen, prior to this boot problem obv.
One of the data recovery sw that I tried (EaseUS I think) did reach a screen asking me to enable USB debugging to continue, but I don't think I can do that without booting up.
I 'think' I remember that screen saying something like 'MTP device' connected, when it asked me to do that.
Any way to sneak into MTP mode from that?
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Any 3rd party software will require ADB to be enabled. Smart Switch is the only one that *might* work just over MTP, but I'm pretty sure MTP doesn't fully load until the device is booted. Even if it did, you would likely need to allow on the popup message. Does the phone show up as a device/drive when it's plugged in while sitting on the AT&T logo?
I think you're asking "does the phone show up as a device/drive" in something like a windows file explorer, and the answer is unfortunately no, or at least not that I've found yet - I've tried several times now, and I'm still trying any combinations I can.
For now...
I can get EaseUS to show 'MTP USB device' per the pic attached in my last, but can't really get it to connect past that point, as it asks for USB Debugging, which it appears I can't do due to stuck in boot loop.
Smart Switch seems to try to connect for awhile, then says it failed to connect, so I think I'm then left with 'Samsung Smart Switch Emergency Software Recovery' (PFA).
Do you have experience using it?
Do you know if it could work to reload the firmware / OS without wiping the data?
AT&T Advanced Technical Support guy says it gives you an option to choose whether or not using it resets the phone (wipes your data), so he thinks (hopes) that would work, but he didn't sound certain at all.
I understand your point on the pop up message user prompt for File Transfer Mode. I used that mode many times in the past, so I'm hoping it might default on the phone so we wouldn't need to answer the pop up prompt to reach that status , but I'm obv not sure about that.
Per the speculation in my last, do you know of any combination approach we might use to get the desired result, like maybe... use ADB somehow to change 1 parm value to reach MTP mode, then use that progress step to enable Smart Switch to connect so we could offload the data?
Thanks again for your help
1. MTP is the same as File Transfer. So when the phone is turning on, it starts loading that connection. You might see "MTP USB Device" or something similar in your Windows Device Manager
2. But if the phone never shows up as a device/drive (would show up under "Portable Devices" in Windows Dev Man), then it's not loading fully - and it normally doesn't do that until it boots past the carrier splash screen.
3. Even if it did boot fully and showed up as a device/drive, the MTP pop-up prompt shows up every single time you connect the device. There's no way around that. So the device would show as empty, with no files or folders, until you tapped "Allow" on the popup.
4. No, there's nothing else you can do to turn on any other connection modes
iBowToAndroid said:
1. MTP is the same as File Transfer. So when the phone is turning on, it starts loading that connection. You might see "MTP USB Device" or something similar in your Windows Device Manager
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Device Manager does show an entry for the phone connected via USB cable:
Under 'Disk Drives' as
SAMSUNG MZMTE256HMHP-000MV
Under 'Universal Serial Bus Controllers' as
SAMSUNG Mobile USB Composite Device
Please tell me that helps us somehow?
ok I flashed eu, chinese and global roms on my phone before no problem. I'm coming from the one os android11 rom. i just installed miui 13 android 12 and it flash fine and all but I cannot get to the actual phone homescreen. its like a loop. the traditional setup wizard ask me stuff like do I want to connect to Wi-Fi, transfer apps from my old phone, no matter how I approach it, it say couldn't sign in, try again later (it never gives the option to sign into google). even if I click skip setup button it also say couldn't sign it. all of this is happening 100% in setup wizard. So no I cant go to app manager play store settings
hope someone else experienced this and can help me out.