Where are SMS stored? - Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi everybody
I would update to Mango, but I don't wanna lose my SMS... Does anybody know how I can save them? Maybe the file where they're stored so that I can copy It on my computer using TouchXplorer... Or is there any way to update to Mango without losing my SMS??
Thank you

porcoanno said:
Hi everybody
I would update to Mango, but I don't wanna lose my SMS... Does anybody know how I can save them? Maybe the file where they're stored so that I can copy It on my computer using TouchXplorer... Or is there any way to update to Mango without losing my SMS??
Thank you
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Just like with every previous update before you ain't gonna lose anything. No E-Mails, no games or game progresses and no SMS either. But if you care so much about your SMS, you should wait for the official mango release. Because the beta won't be able to be updated to the official and final release. Thus you will need to restore the last backup made before you installed pre_mango. Which means you'll lose every data (including SMS, game progress etc.) you gathered during the use of pre_mango beta.

Thank you very much for the reply
I'll try with the backup method and then I'll restore it when an official version of Mango will be released.
Hoping that in future I'll be able to backup my SMS, like I did on Android and even Windows Mobile...

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corrupt SMS counts in Inbox

After restoring a backup, the INBOX with 'SMS-inbox, 'SMS-
Drafts' and 'SMS - Sent Items' show a wrong number of
messages, which dont exist any more. Even "deleting" doesnt remove the false sms-list out of my MDA-II.
Anyone an idea how to resolve this problem?
Maybe a corrupt database ...
Which database is for the sms?
must be a really difficult question
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I've got the exact same problem, even can NOT receive or send a new sms again.
Did you (except a Hard Reset) find a solution???
This little program use to fix the same problem on my XDA first version. Give it a try cant hurt
shanec said:
This little program use to fix the same problem on my XDA first version. Give it a try cant hurt
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didnt work
see thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=18179&highlight=. I had the same problem, no solution yet, except for a hard reset and manually installing all your apps again. the prog recommended in that thread does not work, it erased all my mail setings, accounts and my mms composer, could not get it back.
hey guys jsut thought i'd update this thread with some well hopefully useful info.
Just had the SMS count to 1, tried fixunread.exe it was still at 1.
then i deleted all the files except the folder (Attachments) in \windows\messaging (not exactly sure what these files are, read it on the forum to try)
the count was still 1.
I received an SMS and the count was still 1, but once i read that message it then went to no new messages
Happy Campa haha
thanks guys
fix unread count worked on Wizard with WM6
shanec said:
This little program use to fix the same problem on my XDA first version. Give it a try cant hurt
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The small program worked well and corrected my problem on K-Jam "Wizard" with WM6
Thanks

Automatic forwarding of SMS to email account?

Hello again... I have another question. I'm looking for some way to automatically forward a copy of sms messages that I get to an email account so I don't have to worry about backing them up.
Is there anyone that knows of a way to do this?
Thanks...
Marc
If no one else can think of a way, I think I know how it could be programmed... but a local solution would be more convenient.
What device/OS are you using?
V
Nice to hear from you...
I'm on the blueangel (o2 XDAIIs)... wm2003 v1.42
It would be awesome if it was possible... even if it was a registry tweak or something.
caswell said:
Nice to hear from you...
I'm on the blueangel (o2 XDAIIs)... wm2003 v1.42
It would be awesome if it was possible... even if it was a registry tweak or something.
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Not free, but the best. Perfect integration with Microsoft Outlook. I use it since 6 months and no problems. Excelent.
http://www.jeyo.com/extender.asp
bye
Thanks for the reply... I have that program as well... It does in fact work pretty good... Seems the first version I had came with a few bugs like not reporting the time correctly when I would copy messages back onto my device and not transferring the body of "sent" sms message.. but I got the newest build and it seems to have sorted those issues out.
I also went on to their forum and they don't seem to be supporting the product any longer... at least that's how it seems from their lack of answers to questions people have had lately... (Since June or July I think)
I would still really like to send a copy to my gmail account for archival purposes... if anything a little macro that automatically creates a copy and puts it in my email inbox which I can send manually later...
I know it's a bit of an unorthodox request... but it sure would be nice to have it backed up in real time and on a server somewhere...
Thank you for the suggestion though... I do appreciate it.
Marc
caswell said:
Thanks for the reply... I have that program as well... It does in fact work pretty good... Seems the first version I had came with a few bugs like not reporting the time correctly when I would copy messages back onto my device and not transferring the body of "sent" sms message.. but I got the newest build and it seems to have sorted those issues out.
I also went on to their forum and they don't seem to be supporting the product any longer... at least that's how it seems from their lack of answers to questions people have had lately... (Since June or July I think)
I would still really like to send a copy to my gmail account for archival purposes... if anything a little macro that automatically creates a copy and puts it in my email inbox which I can send manually later...
I know it's a bit of an unorthodox request... but it sure would be nice to have it backed up in real time and on a server somewhere...
Thank you for the suggestion though... I do appreciate it.
Marc
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I´ve reeinstale the program due aa disk format and they were very quickly to send me another Hey for the program ( 30 minutes by email...)

O2 Stellar Windows Mobile 6.1 Sliding Home

Hi All,
I have recently downloaded and installed O2 official WM6.1 update to my Stellar, Build 19212.1.0.3. However i do not seem to have the sliding home screen as an option. Can someone please help.
I am also new to this and i have been reading some of the posts. Great site with superb help and advice.
Many Thanks
O2 Stellart WM 6.1 update out
WM 6.1 update is out and not uploaded on XDA-developers
Pretty strange I would say.
Pls upload it for everyone to try
Thanks in advance
O2 Stellar WM 6.1 update out
WM 6.1 update is out and not uploaded on XDA-developers
Pretty strange I would say.
Pls upload it for everyone to try
Thanks in advance
search!!!
dineshh said:
WM 6.1 update is out and not uploaded on XDA-developers
Pretty strange I would say.
Pls upload it for everyone to try
Thanks in advance
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search the forum to find official windows update 6.1, use the search function built in this forum and find kaiser update
O2 Link for WM6.1 update.
New to this site and not familiar on how to upload files. Please see link below.
www.my-xda.com/software_updates.jsp
Unhappy O2 Customer
Myself and my partner also recently updated our roms on our O2 Xda stellar, The flash went well for both of us, it was the after effect of realising there is no sliding home screen with the O2 release of this rom.
Im going through every file on our phones trying to see if its just hidden?
but so far nothing has turned up.
If anyone has managed to find a way to enable the sliding home screen please will you get in contact with me and post it here for everyone please.
Thank you
Simon Tasker
Hello there
I understand that the sliding panel home screen is available on non-touch smartphonedevices, although you may read it as a realse component of WM6.1. Bad wording I guess as it is a little confusing.
Regards.
Thanks
Thank you for the fast reply,
I feel slightly cheated by this but hey thats the way it goes. it would be quiet difficult for it to work with the size of the screen on the stellar but it would still of being a nice addition.
Thank you again for the response.
Simon Tasker
Well, to be honest I replied to this as I too was wondering where this feature was.
But hey, look at it this way, you have not lost any features!
In fact, since I got my XDA Stellar in nov 07 I have been using SPB Pocket Plus which offers more flexibility than what I believe Slidin home offers. Check out the Tabs on which you can add any file, program or even a whole plugin as I have the HTC Home plugin.
I've not seen first hand what Sliding Panel is like but Im very satisfied with this set up on mine and maybe this is helpful for you in achieving the same flexibility of customisation and personal taste. All of what you see is just from Pocket plus being ticked in the today screen items collection list.
Ok stupid question as there doesn't seem to be a manual for this on the XDA site.
When installing this, does it over-write any files? ie am I going to have to re-install and re-configure all my software? I just want to know before I do this while away from a net connection.
Cavey.co.uk said:
Ok stupid question as there doesn't seem to be a manual for this on the XDA site.
When installing this, does it over-write any files? ie am I going to have to re-install and re-configure all my software? I just want to know before I do this while away from a net connection.
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installing what? a program or flashing a rom?
nm
cotc2001 said:
I'll try this later tonight - I presume that with a rom upgrade all installed programs will be wiped. Whats the best way to save the programs so that I don't have to go through installing them again (if thats possible)
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dg252 said:
Indeed...everything is wiped and all the data too.
I used SPB Backup which worked well in the end. I made a few mistakes during the restore process that made it much more of a time consuming headache than it should have been but I think I got back to where I want to be. Ringtone assignments and contact picture assignments were not restored but that may have been my error rather than the fault of the software.
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Sure, I have backup software, but I shall look at this as an opportunity to flash and re-install. Had just better make sure I do all required syncing first
thesire said:
installing what? a program or flashing a rom?
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The new ROM. On the O2 site it implies it won't nuke your stuff. Sure it says...
In order to ensure that important files and data do not go missing from your Xda during the software download process, please save them to your PC first before you begin. You'll then be able to reload them onto your device after the software download process is complete.
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but that could be read as it might go tits up and break your files, but you'll otherwise be ok. It also doesn't mention 3rd party applications.
Cavey.co.uk said:
nm
Sure, I have backup software, but I shall look at this as an opportunity to flash and re-install. Had just better make sure I do all required syncing first
The new ROM. On the O2 site it implies it won't nuke your stuff. Sure it says...
but that could be read as it might go tits up and break your files, but you'll otherwise be ok. It also doesn't mention 3rd party applications.
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Whenever you flash a new ROM the handset gets formatted. Any data on the handset will be lost. If you want to keep anything, transfer it to the memory card first......

Zune Update Error Code 80180048 aka Walshed Phone Error? HERES A FIX

If you used ChevronWP7 or Chris Walsh's tools to update your WP7 phone to NODO, and now you can't update to the latest May release (7932) then here is the fix you have been looking for! This tool allows the restoration of your phone such that it can be updated through Zune again. All credits goto Chris Walsh. No need to downgrade from NODO or mess around with your ROM!
Source:
http://blog.walshie.me/walshed-phone-support-tool-official-fix-to-get-you-back-on-track
Obviously use "wpst_x86_2.zip" for 32-bit and "wpst_x64_2.zip" for 64-bit Win7/Vista. Make sure you have at least .NET Framework 4.0 installed.
Instructions:
1) Sync your favorite WP7 to your PC
2) If Zune loads, let Zune sync with your WP7 phone, establish a connection, then kill Zune
3) Run the Chris Walsh program "WPST.exe"
4) Read the onscreen instructions and wait for the update to complete
5) Try updating phone in Zune after Chris Walsh fix
How do I find out exactly what languages are installed?
Settings
distortion said:
How do I find out exactly what languages are installed?
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"Settings", "Keyboard" tap in "Keyboard Languages" field.
Hello my Samsung Focus only at 7390 now, and i didn't see 7392 update from zune. but it doesn't show any error either.
how do i download 7392 update ????
SIM Unlocked Samsung Focus, my carrier is Indosat (Indonesia)
Have you unbranded your phone?
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minori_aoi said:
Hello my Samsung Focus only at 7390 now, and i didn't see 7392 update from zune. but it doesn't show any error either.
how do i download 7392 update ????
SIM Unlocked Samsung Focus, my carrier is Indosat (Indonesia)
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You need
- the phone to be unlocked (Chevron)
- WP7 Root tools
- Read Unbranding your phone for updates thread
- Read Prevent relock thread
1. Install WP7 Root tools.
2. Do the "Prevent relock" reg hack.
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\DeviceReg]
"PortalUrlProd"=""
"PortalUrlInt"=""
3. Do the "Unbrand" reg hack
HKLM\System\Platform\DeviceTargetingInfo\MobileOperator
Edit it and instead of "ATT-US" (original value) leave blank
4. Connect to Zune and update to 7392
I have a Focus updated to 7392
LE: alternatively, you can also sideload and run Samsung Tools and tick "remove sideload limit", "prevent relock" and " enable 3g".
This hasn't worked for me, I am still getting the update error.
Any other suggestions?
I originally flashed an Ansar VF NZ rom, it allows me to update to 7008, but fails with 80180048 on 7392.
Hard reset, Walsh's tool. still no go..
Anyone?
Yes. Flash the Rogers rom and start over. Something's not working properly and you can try to spend a lot of time trying to find out what it is or you can enjoy the phone. Your call.
I'm suggesting Rogers rom, because the while AT&T has apps (will you use'em?) it doesn't support sms delivery notification. Also, Rogers rom is closest to original Samsung rom.
EnderPsp said:
Yes. Flash the Rogers rom and start over. Something's not working properly and you can try to spend a lot of time trying to find out what it is or you can enjoy the phone. Your call.
I'm suggesting Rogers rom, because the while AT&T has apps (will you use'em?) it doesn't support sms delivery notification. Also, Rogers rom is closest to original Samsung rom.
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Was this directed at my question?
wickedpenguin said:
Was this directed at my question?
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Yup. You can at least figure out if it's a software, hardware or firmware problem. GL
Did the update. Is there any reason to rebrand the phone after the update? Or can I just leave ATT-US blank?
rbrsddn said:
Did the update. Is there any reason to rebrand the phone after the update? Or can I just leave ATT-US blank?
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Your call. It's not like AT&T is going to offer the Mango update any time soon
EnderPsp said:
Your call. It's not like AT&T is going to offer the Mango update any time soon
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Yeah, from what I've read, there is no rush... When AT&T does offer Mango, will I have to add it then?
rbrsddn said:
Yeah, from what I've read, there is no rush... When AT&T does offer Mango, will I have to add it then?
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If you really want the additional stuff AT&T will put in it, yes. Otherwise you can probably get the "official" update like everyone else. Again, your call
EnderPsp said:
If you really want the additional stuff AT&T will put in it, yes. Otherwise you can probably get the "official" update like everyone else. Again, your call
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If by Additional stuff, you mean Bloatware, etc, then I'm fine thanks!
rbrsddn said:
If by Additional stuff, you mean Bloatware, etc, then I'm fine thanks!
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WP7 doesn't really have bloatware. All the preinstalled ATT apps can be deleted. ATT did provide a WiFi sniffer that looked for free ATT WiFi spots and automatically connected without intervention from the user. I think this and the ability to import ATT contacts came only to ATT branded phones with the 7390 update
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munkeyphyst said:
WP7 doesn't really have bloatware. All the preinstalled ATT apps can be deleted. ATT did provide a WiFi sniffer that looked for free ATT WiFi spots and automatically connected without intervention from the user. I think this and the ability to import ATT contacts came only to ATT branded phones with the 7390 update
Sent from my SGH-i917 using XDA Windows Phone 7 App
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That's what I said What do you call something you don't use and that occupies space otherwise? Plus you do have to delete those apps to free space, so those are extra steps. As for the Wispr, Mango (including this beta) offers this connectivity generic. For contacts, I have no clue what ATT contacts are but Outlook sync works perfectly.
EnderPsp said:
That's what I said What do you call something you don't use and that occupies space otherwise? Plus you do have to delete those apps to free space, so those are extra steps. As for the Wispr, Mango (including this beta) offers this connectivity generic. For contacts, I have no clue what ATT contacts are but Outlook sync works perfectly.
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I'm looking forward to the official Mango update, and will see what happens then. Thanks for all your good input!

New to wp7, need answers

Hello, I just got my Omnia7 and I need some answers:
1. When does mango come out? My country/region (Finland) doesn't have the market available and it's SO ****ing annoying! I can't dl games, apps I cand to ****.
2. Is it true that when I get mango, Can I use hidden wifi? My house wifi is hidden (don't know why, no hax0rz nearby I know that)? It annoying me so much that I can't even browse the net with my phone because no wifi available -______-
3. I have a .XML backup file of my SMS, is there an app like SMS backup&restore so I could get my messages back to my new phone?
I had somethin else on my mind that I had to ***** about too lol but I cant remember atm... Don't get me wrong, this phone is awesome, fast, and looks amazing but it's not ready yet and needs Mango ASAP!!
About the first one, Mango will be out probably this month. In order to get the marketplace working you can either create a live account with a UK address or wait for the official release of mango.
xCTRL said:
Hello, I just got my Omnia7 and I need some answers:
1. When does mango come out? My country/region (Finland) doesn't have the market available and it's SO ****ing annoying! I can't dl games, apps I cand to ****.
2. Is it true that when I get mango, Can I use hidden wifi? My house wifi is hidden (don't know why, no hax0rz nearby I know that)? It annoying me so much that I can't even browse the net with my phone because no wifi available -______-
3. I have a .XML backup file of my SMS, is there an app like SMS backup&restore so I could get my messages back to my new phone?
I had somethin else on my mind that I had to ***** about too lol but I cant remember atm... Don't get me wrong, this phone is awesome, fast, and looks amazing but it's not ready yet and needs Mango ASAP!!
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1. new rumors tell of an Mango release on 15th Sept.
search at wpcentral . com for the reasons of this rumors
(I´m not allowed to post links)
1. Marketplace will be open to Finland when Nokia launch its Windows Phones which is in 2 months.
2. Yes, Mango supports hidden WiFi.
3. Sorry, there's no way to restore and backup your SMS. (not officially anyway).
Uh guys, as far as I can see at this source the Finnish marketplace should already be open
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/952586?sd=zune
mango may be out in the fall, and now the mango is the reveal version.market is a Problem.you can hacking phone
Thanks for all the replies
Okay so the Mango should be coming in September? It's the 2nd now, wpcentral says it might come on the 15th and that's only two weeks with a phone I can barely do nothing...
@day2die do you have a source that I need to wait for the marketplace that long? I can access zune marketplace on pc with the zune thing I downloaded. I DL'd YouTube app yesterday but I guess it failed somehow because I wasn't connected
To wifi when I tried to visit the mp on the phone...
Thank god for the hidden wifi support, why didn't we get this from the start -___-
Also the backup&restore, I don't care if it's official or not, I just want my messages back lol hopefully some 3rd party software maker will make an app for that if there already isn't one....
How can I hack my phone to access the marketplace? Or how do I install mango beta? Does the beta have hidden wifi availability?
I read somewhere that Mango will be release in October not september.
If I now go to Mango beta by looking the noob friendly guide, is it easy to come back to the NoDo and then update to official Mango?
yes ' you can...........
i updated to mango beta and now i came back to nodo with out problem.....

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