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I would like it if someone could tell me how to get/use a custom rom boot cause I really want one and haven't the slightest idea cause I'm tired of seeing the sprint 4g start up lol.
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Well if you are rooted, then go donwload one of the many custom boots on this site. Download the bootanimation.zip (and sound file if its included) to your phone. Then go grab a program like astro or root explorer and copy and paste the 2 files into /system/media. I've done it this way a few times and have never had a problem. Next time though you should use the search feature im pretty sure theres a whole thread dedicated to it.
I searched for help first but they didn't explain it the way you did. I'm going to try your method. I hope it works, I wonder if someone could make one for me..
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I'm lost, I can't really find the boot roms I saw before, I feel dumb but I am a noob lol.
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Here you go http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=708173
Do a search for UOT Kitchen they have boot options and they have flashable zips
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I got a boot but I dont know where to put it and how to use it...
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I got a boot but I dont know where to put it and how to use it...
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Have you tried adb? or do you know how to push the files?
To be honest I done know either....
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To be honest I done know either....
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Then you shouldn't be messing with your phone in the first place if you don't know at least ONE of those.
I haven't tried either, all I know is that one uses the computer and the other has something to do with terminal and a bunch of codes, which is easier and I rooted my phone just fine, I'm learning..
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it all depends on what you have I have the evo with froyo 2.2 android on it and was told it cant be rooted but i followed a video on youtube and got mine rooted you don't actualy have to flash the whole rom to get a new animation booted... just root your phone depending on what you have... i used the unrevoked method follwing a youtube video of course with windows i had to install the hboot usb thing on my evo anyways i got it rooted and the unrevoked site is just one click i got the software from unrevoked dot com... download the unrevoked 3 for whatever operating system your running on your PC... hook it up to your PC watch the youtube video tutorials they will help... don't just watch one though i spent a whole 2 weeks reasearching everything i could to root it... just incase i failed i knew how to undo it from my research... the unrevoked method worked for me... and i havn't been limited to anything i got the free tethering got full premissions i have custom lock screen and boot screen.. anyways go to the site download that theres several other files you will need like the hbooter software if your rooting the evo.. i'm not giving a tutorial on this because i spent to much time myself and knowing what i know would take this whole website to type up. ok so
back to the boot screens.. the site unrevoked is just one click... litteraly start it up with the files all ready and it'll do the rest including rebooting your phone and loading into recovery everything, now you will not loose everything, i did the root and lost nothing but just incase because there is always the chance of errors... get an app called astro... to back up all of your installed apps and an app called MIQ to backup your contacts, calandar, notes, everything basicly on your phone besides apps... on a website create a profile to upload too and then get one more app called SMS backup to backup all of your text messages outbox and inbox and you can restore it all later if for anyreason something is lost.. these are all free apps... now after it roots your phone it will install the clock work rom or w.e. i guess it does flash your phone with a rom but its pretty much the same exact thing and when i did it i lost nothing everything was still installed. if you have the correct files on your computer in the C drive on the root of the C drive... the directory you should have for the files you need to download are "C:\android" and thats it.. anyways again just root the phone then download an app called boot animation changer lite....
with boot animation changer lite all you need to do is have a rooted phone.. scroll through what you like and preview them and if you want it then tap it and choose your screen for me on the evo i chose "480x800" i don't know if thats the wrong one or causes problems but it hasn't failed yet its working good and looks fantastic
I used the exact same way to root my phone, I too used a youtube video and did a lot of research before doing something crazy. I got the app your reffered to me and it worked pretty good (thank you!) But now I want to figure out how to use adb or how to push boot roms from this site onto my phone and 480x800 was the correct size..I think. Your help was very descriptive and I like that. So can anyone help describe the adb method and or the push method so I can learn how to use the boots from this site? Please and thank you in advance.
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jacoballen22 said:
So can anyone help describe the adb method and or the push method so I can learn how to use the boots from this site? Please and thank you in advance.
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First - Do you have the EVO drivers, and the Android SDK installed on your computer? This is needed in order to utilize ADB.
If not:
ANDROID SDK
Some of the bootanimations have been made available in a flashable zip that you can install from recovery.
If you are talking about the ones that were installed during the root process under /android then yes, so how would I go about using that to install the boots?
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OK then.
Place the bootanimation.zip, and (optional mp3 file)
Open a command prompt and cd to wherever you have your TOOLS folder in the SDK.
ex) cd c:/AndroidSDK/tools
Then you mount the device, and can push the files to your phone to this directory:
/system/customize/resource/
ex) :
adb push bootanimation.zip /system/customize/resource/
adb push SPC_animation_final.mp3 /system/customize/resource/
Then simply reboot through adb:
adb reboot
NOTE: If the bootanimation you are switching to DOES NOT have sound then you need to remove the SPC_animation_final.mp3 from /system/customize/resource/
DONESIES!
Just trying to figure out how to sideload properly. I did try the search option, but couldn't come up with anything. I'm on a Mac, so I don't know if it's different from a regular PC. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
sjared23 said:
Just trying to figure out how to sideload properly. I did try the search option, but couldn't come up with anything. I'm on a Mac, so I don't know if it's different from a regular PC. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
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What exactly do you mean by side loading?
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Do you mean memory card?
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I guess I worded it wrong. Coming from AT&T where you can't install non supported apps. I guess.. Manually Install APK from the SD card. Didn't know if I needed a simple app to do that. I do apologize.
No, just run the apk from a file manager and it will prompt you to install. No other apps required.
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or just
adb install xxx.apk
from your computer.
You'll learn that you're in a much better place now lol
Just install any file manager, navigate through your sd card to the folder where your .apk is and click on it, then just hit install and you're done.
Does anyone have the battlefield 3 intro with sound for the atrix 2 if so i would love the link. thanks
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Does anyone have the battlefield 3 intro with sound for the atrix 2 if so i would love the link. thanks
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http://www.mediafire.com/?j65rb2ezfvnvhqv
Just download zip and place in system/media using a file manager like Root Explorer is the way to go...simply press and hold on file to extract all...then copy and paste the animation in the system/media folder. Make sure permissions are set to rw-r--r--
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Apex_Strider said:
http://www.mediafire.com/?j65rb2ezfvnvhqv
Just download zip and place in system/media using a file manager like Root Explorer is the way to go...simply press and hold on file to extract all...then copy and paste the animation in the system/media folder. Make sure permissions are set to rw-r--r--
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Try and not use root explorer... It is 100% safer to use adb and the command line to do things like this.... If you want the commands to run to do the job then PM me, and I will give you a rundown.
Too many people with this phone and other phones have had a TON of trouble with root explorer and other file manger apps making more than just permissions changes to files, things like corrupting the files, and even changing their file type bit.
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Try and not use root explorer... It is 100% safer to use adb and the command line to do things like this.... If you want the commands to run to do the job then PM me, and I will give you a rundown.
Too many people with this phone and other phones have had a TON of trouble with root explorer and other file manger apps making more than just permissions changes to files, things like corrupting the files, and even changing their file type bit.
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Ah! True, adb would be foolproof to do this. Didn't think to do it that way, but indeed much safer.
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Ah! True, adb would be foolproof to do this. Didn't think to do it that way, but indeed much safer.
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Yep, I always try to use adb, I am faster with command line. Today I was using windows for a while after being on only linux for weeks. I kept trying to do things with command prompt that were impossible on windows, like "rm" and even more "chmod"
lkrasner said:
Yep, I always try to use adb, I am faster with command line. Today I was using windows for a while after being on only linux for weeks. I kept trying to do things with command prompt that were impossible on windows, like "rm" and even more "chmod"
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Are you running a dual boot Windows/Linux machine? Maybe that's what I need to do, something that can give me options at boot which OS to use. What about Ubuntu vs Linux, which would you recommend?
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Are you running a dual boot Windows/Linux machine? Maybe that's what I need to do, something that can give me options at boot which OS to use. What about Ubuntu vs Linux, which would you recommend?
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Yep, I have multiple OS's. Ubuntu, Windows 7, Chrome OS, and others at times.
Ubuntu IS linux. It is just one of many builds of it. it is one of the easiest to use, and most supported for android, so for a new user/android developer it is probably the best.
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Yep, I have multiple OS's. Ubuntu, Windows 7, Chrome OS, and others at times.
Ubuntu IS linux. It is just one of many builds of it. it is one of the easiest to use, and most supported for android, so for a new user/android developer it is probably the best.
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Along with working out my rooted stock 2.3.6 CWM backup this evening, I'll install Ubuntu afterward. I've found an easy enough tutorial on how best to install, so even a knucklehead such as myself should be able to follow it. Lol
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Are you running a dual boot Windows/Linux machine? Maybe that's what I need to do, something that can give me options at boot which OS to use. What about Ubuntu vs Linux, which would you recommend?
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Along with working out my rooted stock 2.3.6 CWM backup this evening, I'll install Ubuntu afterward. I've found an easy enough tutorial on how best to install, so even a knucklehead such as myself should be able to follow it. Lol
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LOL, it's not that bad, just make sure you have a windows recovery disk with you incase you screw up the MBR. I have done that, then nothing boots at all. Scary as hell. it's super easy to fix, but you need a windows restore disk. Ignore this and don't be scared unless something bad happens, then run to google and be calm. There is very little you can do that is not easy to fix. Just don't format your whole hard drive or something if you want it working with windows.
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LOL, it's not that bad, just make sure you have a windows recovery disk with you incase you screw up the MBR. I have done that, then nothing boots at all. Scary as hell. it's super easy to fix, but you need a windows restore disk. Ignore this and don't be scared unless something bad happens, then run to google and be calm. There is very little you can do that is not easy to fix. Just don't format your whole hard drive or something if you want it working with windows.
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Partition the hard drive with the recommended size, right, and that's it? I think I have a recovery disk made, but if I don't or can't find it I'll make one first - before doing anything nutty...
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Partition the hard drive with the recommended size, right, and that's it? I think I have a recovery disk made, but if I don't or can't find it I'll make one first - before doing anything nutty...
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yep in the setup you can choose manually partition hard drive and resize windows down and create a new partition for ubuntu. It will need to be pretty big if you are gonna get into development. mine is 30GB and I am running out.
lkrasner said:
yep in the setup you can choose manually partition hard drive and resize windows down and create a new partition for ubuntu. It will need to be pretty big if you are gonna get into development. mine is 30GB and I am running out.
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Thanks for the tip! Mind if I PM you if I need any further assistance?
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Thanks for the tip! Mind if I PM you if I need any further assistance?
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No problem, I'm happy to help.
I'm new here and new to modding devices, ROMs, etc. I've looked everywhere else but I haven't found a better site with a more trustworthy and helpful community than you guys. :laugh:
So, help my XDA Developers. You're my only hope.
There is no Jellybean ROM available for the Mytouch Q. There is, however, a WIP CM9.
Biggest issues:
Camera flash doesn't work
Bluetooth causes kernel panics
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gagdude said:
There is no Jellybean ROM available for the Mytouch Q. There is, however, a WIP CM9.
Biggest issues:
Camera flash doesn't work
Bluetooth causes kernel panics
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Updated ROM posted on 8/20/12 corrected bluetooth and camera flash issues.
gagdude said:
There is no Jellybean ROM available for the Mytouch Q. There is, however, a WIP CM9.
Biggest issues:
Camera flash doesn't work
Bluetooth causes kernel panics
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Would it be possible to install Jelly Bean to my device?
EDIT: Just realized what you said about Jelly Bean. For some reason I thought you meant CM9. My mistake.
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Updated ROM posted on 8/20/12 corrected bluetooth and camera flash issues.
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Is it stable though? I don't want to 'brick' my phone. I'm a college student so, I don't have the expenses to buy another device.
Yep. Almost everything works.
Only bug now is that when you take a panorama picture, the preview of it is upside down. The ACTUAL picture is correct, however
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Yep. Almost everything works.
Only bug now is that when you take a panorama picture, the preview of it is upside down. The ACTUAL picture is correct, however
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Can you guide me through it on how to root and install CM9 please?
You can start off by rooting with Unlock Root.
http://www.unlockroot.com
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I have successfully rooted it
Now how to install CM9 and/0r Jelly bean?
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You can start off by rooting with Unlock Root.
http://www.unlockroot.com
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Sorry I've been away, school has got me tied up.
I have successfully rooted it. Now how to install CM9 and/or Jelly Bean?
Ok it gets a little techy here, make sure to follow all directions carefully. It says you can access adb via recovery, don't go that way since "recovery" on the LG mytouch is simply a factory reset. This will actually replace that stock recovery with more extensive options and the ability to flash custom ROMs (cm9). I suggest using adb while fully booted up.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1752704
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Ok it gets a little techy here, make sure to follow all directions carefully. It says you can access adb via recovery, don't go that way since "recovery" on the LG mytouch is simply a factory reset. This will actually replace that stock recovery with more extensive options and the ability to flash custom ROMs (cm9). I suggest using adb while fully booted up.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1752704
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Well I downloaded adb but it stayed in WinRAR and I tried extracting it to the desktop but when I open it, it opens up with WinRAR still. I also don't know how to open an adb shell.
i also wanna know,my friend lg c800,still is base rom so lag....pls help
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Well I downloaded adb but it stayed in WinRAR and I tried extracting it to the desktop but when I open it, it opens up with WinRAR still. I also don't know how to open an adb shell.
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Open the adb folder, push shift + right click, and open in terminal emulator to type in the commands
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Open the adb folder, push shift + right click, and open in terminal emulator to type in the commands
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Ok so I opened the folder and tried to open the emulator and a command window popped up but closed after half a second.
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Ok so I opened the folder and tried to open the emulator and a command window popped up but closed after half a second.
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No no don't open any files just within Windows explorer, make sure you are clicking on a blank space, push shift and right click and select open in command prompt
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No no don't open any files just within Windows explorer, make sure you are clicking on a blank space, push shift and right click and select open in command prompt
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The command prompt is where you type in the code that's in the tutorial you sent me right? I typed em and pressed enter but it doesn't recognize it. My phone is in debugging mode and connected to the USB port. Sorry if I'm giving you a hard time.
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The command prompt is where you type in the code that's in the tutorial you sent me right? I typed em and pressed enter but it doesn't recognize it. My phone is in debugging mode and connected to the USB port. Sorry if I'm giving you a hard time.
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Nah, just glad to help. When you first open the command prompt you have to type in "adb root" (without quotes), then continue with the instructions in the guide.
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I need your help, my phone decided to remove all of my files. As far as I know as long as something is not overwritten it's not really ever gone right? Is there any way to restore my lost data? I will do anything!
How did the data get deleted and are you rooted?
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How did the data get deleted and are you rooted?
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I am rooted. I browsed my phone files through my pc and saw what uneeded files I can remove, I saw a folder named storage but on propeties it only showed 38mb and only had one folder so I didn't even assume it is my storage folder. As well as that I have never ever had my storage folder inside my storage folder when I mounted my phone on my pc.
There's a lot more there than you saw on your pc. I'd chalk it up to a learning experience and start over. I don't think you're going to be able to recover everything
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[info] Storage: Nexus 5 Data (info / loss / recovery / prevention)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2534010
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There's a lot more there than you saw on your pc. I'd chalk it up to a learning experience and start over. I don't think you're going to be able to recover everything
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There has to be a way to restore the data, I didn't do anything unusual. My storage folder itself shouldn't appear in the ./ folder when I open the phone through the pc. This can happen to both simple users and expert. I got false information about the contents of this folder which led me to delete it. This is just the media files not /data or /system or anything.
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There has to be a way to restore the data, I didn't do anything unusual. My storage folder itself shouldn't appear in the ./ folder when I open the phone through the pc. This can happen to both simple users and expert. I got false information about the contents of this folder which led me to delete it. This is just the media files not /data or /system or anything.
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Read the post rootSU linked you to. You may be able to recover the data. But it's a very involved process and as rootS said it's not for the faint of heart
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Read the post rootSU linked you to. You may be able to recover the data. But it's a very involved process and as rootS said it's not for the faint of heart
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I am trying to do this now... wish me luck
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[info] Storage: Nexus 5 Data (info / loss / recovery / prevention)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2534010
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Hey thanks for your help, I have installed all of the programs required and my phone is required in adb. I opened the Cygwin and entered the commands but it just wrote command not found. I also tried to add the destination at the beginning but it did not work either. How do I open adb using cygwin?
If I were you, try disk digger
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If I were you, try disk digger
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disk digger, even pro, while it can restore alot of file types in cannot restore all of them... at least according to the play store page.
True but Its easier. I can't help you with cygwin so you're on your own there.
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Hey thanks for your help, I have installed all of the programs required and my phone is required in adb. I opened the Cygwin and entered the commands but it just wrote command not found. I also tried to add the destination at the beginning but it did not work either. How do I open adb using cygwin?
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Do you have busybox instated on your device. Also, make sure you know what partition you want to recover. The one in the example may not be what you want. Google nexus 5 partitions xda.
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True but Its easier. I can't help you with cygwin so you're on your own there.
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You don't know how to operate it? After all you wrote the thread
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You don't know how to operate it?
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I've never lost all my data. It's all backed up. Yeah I can use cygwin, but I can't test it to help because I don't have windows at home.
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After all you wrote the thread
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No I didn't! I only wrote the link I gave you, not the links within that thread.
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Do you have busybox instated on your device. Also, make sure you know what partition you want to recover. The one in the example may not be what you want. Google nexus 5 partitions xda.
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I managed to work the adb issue out, but I'm returned with a 0 bytes file which is useless for me. I saw that issue on the thread as well but found no solution yet.
Alright I gave up the idea to restore it... although I lost some important files this is just too much work to get it back. What I wanna do now is create a task using Tasker to backup my entire device to my pc through wifi on the night (only changed files everytime). I know how to create the profile, but does anybody know how to create the task?
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Alright I gave up the idea to restore it... although I lost some important files this is just too much work to get it back. What I wanna do now is create a task using Tasker to backup my entire device to my pc through wifi on the night (only changed files everytime). I know how to create the profile, but does anybody know how to create the task?
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yeah, I do this. Firstly I'd recommend foldersync. It's a stand alone app but it also plugs into Tasker. Take a look
I do mention this in the thread I linked you to.
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yeah, I do this. Firstly I'd recommend foldersync. It's a stand alone app but it also plugs into Tasker. Take a look
I do mention this in the thread I linked you to.
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Ok, I got it working! Thank you very much for your help!
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Ok, I got it working! Thank you very much for your help!
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No probs!
Enjoy your new syncing