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[Q] Forgot to back up!

Hi everyone, last night I rooted my Charge with Odin. Flashed EE4 debloated, CWM, voodoo lag fix, SD card patch. Took 5 minutes, not a problem in the world. I just forgot to make a back up of the stock rom before flashing. How do I go about getting back to stock and making a back up, then reflashing it all?
asdecker

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asdecker said:
Hi everyone, last night I rooted my Charge with Odin. Flashed EE4 debloated, CWM, voodoo lag fix, SD card patch. Took 5 minutes, not a problem in the world. I just forgot to make a back up of the stock rom before flashing. How do I go about getting back to stock and making a back up, then reflashing it all?
asdecker
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There is no point in backing up if you are talking about using CWM. The backup and restore function do not work correctly yet which is why Imnuts removed it from his most current build of CWM.
FYI it is not that backup won't work but when you restore it will brick the device.

Ok. Can i use another method besides CWM?
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there are stock roms posted in the developement section....also,,if you are talking about backing up your programs....get titanium backup from the market

Just flashing a stock Rom sounds like easiest. Will i lose root?
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asdecker said:
Just flashing a stock Rom sounds like easiest. Will i lose root?
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no there is a rooted stock rom...look for it in the developement section....
you will have a stock rom...but it will also root you

Can i use Rom manager to make a back up of everything like the OG droid?

asdecker said:
Can i use Rom manager to make a back up of everything like the OG droid?
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NOOOOOOOOOO..
rom manager and the backup and restore functions are no no's for the Charge at this time...
DO NOT USE IT!!!

That's what I thought but THANK YOU for confirming!

[EP3HA][Stock][ODIN] EP3HA Full & Debloated Deodexed (10/9/11)

I got a request earlier today to make deodexed versions of the EP3HA release, as I had made for the EP1W (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1260214) release. So here it is. These files are 7zip just like the original release from TBH. I tried .zip .rar and .7z and found the highest compression was with .7z so thats what I used.
There are absolutely no changes from the TBH release except that it is deodexed. It will delete all data and leave you stock rooted, including the recovery, so you will certainly want to follow up your ODIN flash with a flash of CWM 4.0.0.8, which is also attached.
EP3HA Full Deodexed
EP3HA Debloat Deodexed
CWM Recovery 4.0.0.8
In case you want to use the Debloated version, but there are still some apks that you want from the full version, here is a link with all of the original apks from the full version:
EP3HA Stock APKS
If you find this useful, please click the thanks button.

thanks an always can use a backup an for the work

thank you!!!

bahamaberry said:
thank you!!!
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No problem. Also going to update the OP with a download for all of the apks from the original full version in case there are some people want to add to the debloat

Does this have the ugly brown color?

ForeverSupra said:
Does this have the ugly brown color?
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Yes, that is the stock theme. However, because it is deodexed, you can either theme it yourself, or use a theme that is already out there.

stranula said:
Yes, that is the stock theme. However, because it is deodexed, you can either theme it yourself, or use a theme that is already out there.
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Sorry for asking such a noob question ..but what is the difference using a deodexed version ?
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gemro311 said:
Sorry for asking such a noob question ..but what is the difference using a deodexed version ?
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Deodexed allows [easy] theme creation and install. It is possible to theme without deodexing, but its more difficult. Aside from that, no advantages that I know of. Some have claimed performance differences one way or the other, but I don't think there is any substantial difference.
If you are asking what is deodexing...http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/what-is-odex-and-deodex-in-android-complete-guide/. Basically, for each apk there is an odex file, by deodexing you combine them into a single file.

How can I get EXT4 voodoo lagfix working? Tried the kernel but didn't do anything except for take away the boot sound. Other than that it works great, thanks!

THEhomelessONE said:
How can I get EXT4 voodoo lagfix working? Tried the kernel but didn't do anything except for take away the boot sound. Other than that it works great, thanks!
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look for and download Imoseyons v3.0.0 kernel, flashes fine and it will convert you to ext4 no problems

Buzzing, popping crackling noise issue solved?
I've had issue with buzzing, popping crackling noise during a phone call running several different Gingerbread roms, until I encountered this one. I honestly don't know the reason or the cause of the buzzing noise running on other GB roms prior to this one.
I've been running the full deodexed version of this ROM for a few days now, and it has been running flawlessly, no more buzzing noise issue so far. I made sure I took cautious steps installing it. First, I installed the factory EE4 rom properly, back to stock, before I odin this rom. Then I installed Imnut's [8-17-11] Clockwork Mod Recovery (the orange version), and backed up everything. Then I installed imoseyon's GB kernel, v3.1.0, and backed up everything. I use GO Launcher EX (not a big fan of TW stock launcher).
I'll continue testing and will report if I run into the same issue.

hey stranula just a quick question, would it be possible for you or someone who knows how (if its not hard I could even learn myself) to make a CWM package of the debloated leak? I like to be 'bleeding edge' lol and run rom betas but its a pain in the ass to have to Odin back to stock every time to start over when I mess something up

anoninja118 said:
hey stranula just a quick question, would it be possible for you or someone who knows how (if its not hard I could even learn myself) to make a CWM package of the debloated leak? I like to be 'bleeding edge' lol and run rom betas but its a pain in the ass to have to Odin back to stock every time to start over when I mess something up
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I tried before to do it, and I couldn't get it to work...I will try again in the next few days probably

stranula said:
I tried before to do it, and I couldn't get it to work...I will try again in the next few days probably
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cool no problem if it doesn't happen, just it'd be super convenient for the small group of flashaholics like myself lol
blazing through on my 4G Droid Charge

So i went back to ee4 stock, then flashed this rom, i installed clockwork mod recovery via odin it said successful but how do i boot into recovery? I thought it was power volume up?? I cant get it to go into cwm to intall th voodo lagfix. I also cant download toast titatnium from the market. No search results. Any input?
EDIT: GOT IT TO BOOT INTO CWM......UP+HOME BUTTON+ POWER BUTTON. I STILL CANT GET TOAST FROM MARKET....SO WIERD.
Ted A said:
I've had issue with buzzing, popping crackling noise during a phone call running several different Gingerbread roms, until I encountered this one. I honestly don't know the reason or the cause of the buzzing noise running on other GB roms prior to this one.
I've been running the full deodexed version of this ROM for a few days now, and it has been running flawlessly, no more buzzing noise issue so far. I made sure I took cautious steps installing it. First, I installed the factory EE4 rom properly, back to stock, before I odin this rom. Then I installed Imnut's [8-17-11] Clockwork Mod Recovery (the orange version), and backed up everything. Then I installed imoseyon's GB kernel, v3.1.0, and backed up everything. I use GO Launcher EX (not a big fan of TW stock launcher).
I'll continue testing and will report if I run into the same issue.
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killerapl said:
So i went back to ee4 stock, then flashed this rom, i installed clockwork mod recovery via odin it said successful but how do i boot into recovery? I thought it was power volume up?? I cant get it to go into cwm to intall th voodo lagfix. I also cant download toast titatnium from the market. No search results. Any input?
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You can d/l Quick Boot from the market. QB lets you boot into recovery.
I think Titanium Backup is what you're looking for.

Yeah am an idiot. For some reason i thought the word toast was in there hahah. Yeah def dl quick boot. Thank you so much
Ted A said:
You can d/l Quick Boot from the market. QB lets you boot into recovery.
I think Titanium Backup is what you're looking for.
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killerapl said:
Yeah am an idiot. For some reason i thought the word toast was in there hahah. Yeah def dl quick boot. Thank you so much
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Lol. No prob. FYI, when I said I ran a backup, I was using CWM 4.0.1.4 to do an image backup of the whole system.
I hope that solves your buzzing issue. I'm still buzz-free so far.

Well I just made a couple phone calls and no buzzing or crackling. I hope it holds out. I didn't do the cwm backup. Do you think that's necessary to avoid the static noise?
Ted A said:
Lol. No prob. FYI, when I said I ran a backup, I was using CWM 4.0.1.4 to do an image backup of the whole system.
I hope that solves your buzzing issue. I'm still buzz-free so far.
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killerapl said:
Well I just made a couple phone calls and no buzzing or crackling. I hope it holds out. I didn't do the cwm backup. Do you think that's necessary to avoid the static noise?
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No, no effect to the static noise issue.
I just recently discovered this nifty tool (cwm backup) myself. The image backup/restore feature lets you backup your current system, as a whole, in case you want to restore it at later date. It stores it into a file in clockworkmod folder. Usually whenever I'm satisfied the way my system works, I'd back it up to the card. And if I want to try a different ROM, for example, I'd run a backup before flashing the new ROM, and if I feel like going back to my previous system, I can just restore it from the card. I may choose to backup the new system prior to doing that, just in case I want to flip back to it. The feature seems to be working well for me. YMMV.

Flashed my phone using Rom Manager...

Hi guys,
I am a noob when it comes to android and dumb enough, I just flashed my galaxy s 4g using Rom Manager... now, my phone looks just like when i first bought my phone. Basically, all of the applications are not there (although superuser is still there!) and along with that, android market is gone...
I know I know, I shouldn't have used Rom Manager!
Here are the list of things that i have done:
rooted my phone using OneClickRoot
tried to use Rom Manager to flash my rom but failed
Downloaded recovery and CWM Final and placed it in my /system/bin and /sdcard
Once again, i used Rom Manager to download one of the Rom (I don't know even know the name of it) that was available on Rom Manager and i proceeded to continue and install the rom using Rom Manager
After installation was done, my phone rebooted to main menu which looks just my when i first bought my phone. ( spacey back ground with all apps missing)
Now, i can't even download any apps and all of my contacts are gone (can't even add gmail account some reason)
Any help would be great!

Have you tried doing a factory data reset? It won't bring your contacts back & you'll have to re-setup your Google account.

Yeah, I tried factory reset already... Nothing changes. I know I need to sync with my gmail account but for some reason, syncing with gmail is not on the option....

wjs0601 said:
Yeah, I tried factory reset already... Nothing changes. I know I need to sync with my gmail account but for some reason, syncing with gmail is not on the option....
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Hmm, have you tried flashing a stock room (with or without root) using ODIN?

Odin back to stock using a rom with good bootloaders.
Lots of threads on this and how to fix it using the little search button.
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Gotcha...
Do I have to use stock rom or can I use modified rom?

Start with stock then flash a custom rom just to be safe
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wjs0601 said:
Gotcha...
Do I have to use stock rom or can I use modified rom?
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If you're going to wind up flashing Gingerbread, I recommend you click the GB Starter Pack link in my signature.

Is gingerbread much faster than froyo?
Also, when we say stock rom, we are talking about about froyo stock rom right?
Just want to clarify because I dont wanna end up with a bricked phone...

wjs0601 said:
Is gingerbread much faster than froyo?
Also, when we say stock rom, we are talking about about froyo stock rom right?
Just want to clarify because I dont wanna end up with a bricked phone...
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You might get differing opinions on that question. Even when referencing the GB leaks one might consider those stock. I would be one of those. LOL. Custom to me is adding drhonk's kernels, Octane, Valhalla, AOSP, etc.
If you follow the GB starter pack that FBis251 has in his signature, you'll be good to go.
The key, it seems, is getting your phone back on good boot loaders.

CWM for root. Quickie.

I just wanted to thank everyone for the help with my previous question. Now that I got that fixed, I have another question regarding Titanium Backup Pro and Clock Work Mod for the galaxy S 4G. I downloaded the key for the Titan. Backup to make it Pro. I installed Titan. backup fine no problem. Them when I try to install the key that would make it Pro, a popup came up that said: "Titan. Backup Pro cannot be installed. Free up some space and try again." Well I searched around and found that I should clear the dalvik cache using Clock Work Mod.
My question is how would I install Clock Work Mod on my device and How would I go about clearing the davlik cache using Clock Work Mod?
Are there going to be problem after clearing the davlik cache? And if further on along the line, I want to flash ROM's, should I clear my davlik cache every time just to be safe?
Thank you for the help if you guys/gals can help out.

First off are you running a custom rom? Or are you running stock?
Is your phone rooted?

I am running stock ROM Froyo. Yes, it is rooted.

I'll have to leave it to somebody else to help. so long since I've run froyo... That I wouldn't know were to start lol... plus at the moment I am driving

Use the guide in the second link of my signature to put yourself on Gingerbread - flash with bootloaders - then post back when finished.

Use this guide. Tells you how to do everything step by step.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1470716
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Guys I think he wants to backup all his stuff before he flashes roms
Do we have clockwork recovery kernels for froyo?

I was wondering about flashing a ROM like the ICS port, the AOKP one. But I figured that it would be a lot safer if I had a backup of all my data first so I decided to get Titan. Backup. to do the job. and that was what landed me where I am right now.
Any help would be appreciated.

mierkat09 said:
Use this guide. Tells you how to do everything step by step.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1470716
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In case you are unaware, you cannot use the guide in the first post as Kies mini will not recognize rooted phones.

To be honest I wouldn't worry about all that if you end up going with gingerbread or ice cream sandwich just go for it

Ah, the thing is I'm also interested in Titan.'s other feature's like freezing apps and stuff like that. Add to that the fact that I bought the app already that would make the regular version turn into the Pro version.

My bad Lumin,i actually was unaware. Think this would work, right lumin?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500427
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No you did good to buy it....it will be very usefull in everything you do but with froyo lol you will never look back at....trust me.
Follow lumins advice and then play with gb for a bit you'll be happy.
I'm on aokp but going to ics,cm9,aokp straight from froyo is going to be a shocker

buntobo said:
I was wondering about flashing a ROM like the ICS port, the AOKP one. But I figured that it would be a lot safer if I had a backup of all my data first so I decided to get Titan. Backup. to do the job. and that was what landed me where I am right now.
Any help would be appreciated.
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If you have bought titanium backup pro you should have gotten a file emailed to you that you put on your sdcard. Once its there just run regular TiB as its the same but the license will unlock other features.
As for keeping data across the different os's I personally dont recommend saving anything but non system apps. If you want to save texts use sms backup and restore from the play store. Otherwise start fresh that way you dont introduce new bugs into the phone.

mierkat09 said:
My bad Lumin,i actually was unaware. Think this would work, right lumin?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500427
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Gremlin Remover or Heimdall KJ6 One-Click. The reason is they will both flash bootloaders for you. I referred the OP to the Heimdall One-Click guide because of the more detailed directions and pictures.

So I should just flash a ROM like GB or the AOKP Team Acid ROM anyway right and forget about Froyo? Then install Clock Work Mod on my device or does Clock Work Mod come with the ROM's themselves? If I flash a new ROM, will my dalvik cache be cleared so that I would have enough space to install things? How would I be able to save my contacts, just save them to my SIM card and they should be fine right? Would flashing a new ROM take up my phones internal memory?

buntobo said:
So I should just flash a ROM like GB or the AOKP Team Acid ROM anyway right and forget about Froyo? Then install Clock Work Mod on my device or does Clock Work Mod come with the ROM's themselves? If I flash a new ROM, will my dalvik cache be cleared so that I would have enough space to install things? How would I be able to save my contacts, just save them to my SIM card and they should be fine right? Would flashing a new ROM take up my phones internal memory?
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You need to flash a gb rom with bootloaders if you are on froyo. Otherwise you will be back upset your phone is broke.
A custom recovery is included in all roms. Once you flash part of the instructions are to factory reset/ data wipe in recovery.
Back you contacts up to the sdcard if you dont use google contacts otherwise you wont be able to access them from the ICS variants.
Yes like I stated when installing a new rom part of it is doing a factory reset/data wipe.

If you really do want to stay on Froyo and you want CWM... then this should work for you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1099374
But yeah, you should definitely consider upgrading to Gingerbread asap, *especially* if you're wanting to flash custom ROMs later on down the line. Use the Heimdall One-Click sticked in the development forum.

Eollie i bought tb pro and all that's done is it applies as an app nothing different than when you get tb originally from the market

Lol if you do gremlin remover one click you don't have to make an extra step of flashing a cwr kernel.
As I'm aware heimdall doesn't do it

[Q] Best way to prepare for root

So, I currently have Tweaked V2.2 and was going to upgrade to V3.0. I understand it's best to go back to stock, get the OTA updates, then Odin to tweaked 3.0.
Obviously, this will get rid of any apps I currently have installed as well as all the additional data I have on my phone. My question is what do you guys recommend doing to prepare for restoring apps and such? Do you:
1) Copy everything on the phone and/or memory card to a folder on your computer?
2) Write down the names of all apps so you can download them again?
3) Use an app for backup and then just restore everything after that fact?
I'm not opposed to using an app for backup but if it's going to undo the purpose of having wiped everything and reinstalling everything, am I better off just reinstalling all apps from scratch?
I looked in previous threads and saw the mybackup tool was recommended but it's an old thread and I wanted to know what people are currently using (and hopefully get to understand what we are trying to wipe to prepare for the app update). Thanks!

Use titanium backup. Once you have it started go to menu then batch then backup all user apps + system data. When you flash your phone download it again and go to batch then restore missing apps with data. Then you can look in the list for system apps you still want (apps backed up but not installed will have a line through the name) and also restore stuff like wifi networks, sms/mms etc.

Out of curiosity, when you restore your phone to stock settings, do you recommend removing your SD card, clearing out your SD card, or does it affect the SD card at all?
Probably a really basic question (I imagine it only affects the phone itself) but I just wanted to make sure that I clear everything that needs to be cleared. Thanks for the quick response!

jbrookley said:
Out of curiosity, when you restore your phone to stock settings, do you recommend removing your SD card, clearing out your SD card, or does it affect the SD card at all?
Probably a really basic question (I imagine it only affects the phone itself) but I just wanted to make sure that I clear everything that needs to be cleared. Thanks for the quick response!
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I don't remove anything when I flash. Just hold volume down and plug in the phone no need to open it.
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It may be better in this instance to restore app w/o data since ur goin from fp1 to fp5
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cnoevl21 said:
It may be better in this instance to restore app w/o data since ur goin from fp1 to fp5
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Doesn't matter for user apps
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jbrookley said:
So, I currently have Tweaked V2.2 and was going to upgrade to V3.0. I understand it's best to go back to stock, get the OTA updates, then Odin to tweaked 3.0.
Obviously, this will get rid of any apps I currently have installed as well as all the additional data I have on my phone. My question is what do you guys recommend doing to prepare for restoring apps and such? Do you:
1) Copy everything on the phone and/or memory card to a folder on your computer?
2) Write down the names of all apps so you can download them again?
3) Use an app for backup and then just restore everything after that fact?
I'm not opposed to using an app for backup but if it's going to undo the purpose of having wiped everything and reinstalling everything, am I better off just reinstalling all apps from scratch?
I looked in previous threads and saw the mybackup tool was recommended but it's an old thread and I wanted to know what people are currently using (and hopefully get to understand what we are trying to wipe to prepare for the app update). Thanks!
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FWIW, might want to make note of the kernel you are on now. I would recommend to get on stock FP1 first (I know that Odin will/should fix that, but you never know with these things).
here's what I did (coming from tweaked 2.2, 0504 PBJ, EXT4):
1.) flashed 0524 PBJ
2.) converted back to RFS
3.) flashed stock FP1
4.) ODIN tweaked 2.2
5.) flashed the FP5 updaterizer and then the stock FP5
6.) flashed via CWM tweaked 3

jco23 said:
FWIW, might want to make note of the kernel you are on now. I would recommend to get on stock FP1 first (I know that Odin will/should fix that, but you never know with these things).
here's what I did (coming from tweaked 2.2, 0504 PBJ, EXT4):
1.) flashed 0524 PBJ
2.) converted back to RFS
3.) flashed stock FP1
4.) ODIN tweaked 2.2
5.) flashed the FP5 updaterizer and then the stock FP5
6.) flashed via CWM tweaked 3
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Thanks for the recommendation. Out of curiosity, why go to Tweaked V2.2 before going to Tweaked 3.0? Technically, I'm already on 2.2 so I don't really understand why I would want to go back to stock, then go back to Tweaked 2.2 and then going to Tweaked 3.0.
Is there a reason for this?

jbrookley said:
Thanks for the recommendation. Out of curiosity, why go to Tweaked V2.2 before going to Tweaked 3.0? Technically, I'm already on 2.2 so I don't really understand why I would want to go back to stock, then go back to Tweaked 2.2 and then going to Tweaked 3.0.
Is there a reason for this?
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can't recall why I did this, except maybe to perform a clean install. i suppose you don't need to, but from what I understand, flashing something via ODIN is like performing a data wipe and then installing a ROM all in one swing.
but as I mentioned, these were the steps I took - so no guarantee that it will work for you. but if saves you 30 minutes, why not?

jco23 said:
can't recall why I did this, except maybe to perform a clean install. i suppose you don't need to, but from what I understand, flashing something via ODIN is like performing a data wipe and then installing a ROM all in one swing.
but as I mentioned, these were the steps I took - so no guarantee that it will work for you. but if saves you 30 minutes, why not?
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I think it's because we don't have a full system dump and the Odin only covers so much...
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jco23 said:
FWIW, might want to make note of the kernel you are on now. I would recommend to get on stock FP1 first (I know that Odin will/should fix that, but you never know with these things).
here's what I did (coming from tweaked 2.2, 0504 PBJ, EXT4):
1.) flashed 0524 PBJ
2.) converted back to RFS
3.) flashed stock FP1
4.) ODIN tweaked 2.2
5.) flashed the FP5 updaterizer and then the stock FP5
6.) flashed via CWM tweaked 3
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PB&J doesn't convert between RFS and Ext4. You have to use this:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/3426-kernel-gb-imoseyon-kernel-stock-repacked-v400-11611/
Then Voodoo Sound will do the converting. PB&J supports EXT4 but it doesn't convert.
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I'd go here and read what Dwitherell says about it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1895049

stueycaster said:
PB&J doesn't convert between RFS and Ext4. You have to use this:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/3426-kernel-gb-imoseyon-kernel-stock-repacked-v400-11611/
Then Voodoo Sound will do the converting. PB&J supports EXT4 but it doesn't convert.
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I'd go here and read what Dwitherell says about it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1895049
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Right. I wasn't implying that it does ( apologies if you got impression).
tappin' that....

jco23 said:
Right. I wasn't implying that it does ( apologies if you got impression).
tappin' that....
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That's cool. Maybe I read it wrong.
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