I'm new to the root world, and am using my backup pro. I've read a number of posts scattered across various discussions about some of the challenges that can arise from restoring poorly after flashing a new ROM, but can't find a complete, concise list of do's and don'ts. I've just experimented once, with very mixed results... plenty of apps that don't work after restore andbseveral other quirks. I did not restore system files... and I did do a full wipe before rflashing.
Can anyone point me to a good reference thread or guide, or if indeed none exist can any of you offer advice and guidance from your experience?
Thanks in advance.
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The advice I provide is mainly for the stock 2.1 sense ui roms - 2.27.651.6 (+) but users will find the advice in here applies universally to several other rom builds, android versions, and problems many people will encounter as root - even if you follow dev directions for the rom...even if it is a final release...most of the info I posted is based off much testing, and, I have found the rom recommendations to be most stable for the recommended build 2.1 eclair build stock deoxed cdma sprint hero - again the advice, even apks I provide you may find useful for other roms you currently use). I cannot post large text due to spam regulations and since I am a new user so directions and info are attached in the word document. Trust me, this is a good read. I wish I had this advice when I first started modding my roms or even when I got good at it. Would have saved me days of time.
See attached ENJOY!
I attached one fix for the rom version as well as the circle battery mod which I think is awesome for ALL android phones. Kernals as well for the recommended 2.1 sense ui.
P.S.
Use the engineering boot flashable file at your own risk - it's optional - I happen to like it.
Also, if you brick your phone or you have problems with recovery - there is a way to fix this. Use the Unrevoked 3 for Windows on the hero (it is for the easy root) - this is not compatible yet - but go to load custom recovery and find your boot.img nandroid file which you may have trouble recovering from your current recovery or if you are having load up problems etc...this may get you temporarilly into the custom recovery for just enough time to use the proprietary recovery on the nand backup to recover your last most stable back up! This happens a lot to people who upgrade backup programs or alternate between them - read the document regarding recovery dos and don't. I also recommend reviewing some basic commands for adb shell and terminal programs.
Enjoy good luck. Comments or suggestions for improvements - re-wording is always appreciated - I'll see if I can modify as such and thank appropriate contributors. Oh and sorry for the typos
Cheers again,
Joe.
Hi,
Believe it or not, I read your whole Word doc. I am using ZenFX Lite ROM, which I like. I also tried the ZenROM.
Anyways, I'm run into the same problem. When I have JIT on, it always always locks and/or reboots when I use Google Navigation (turn by turn mode), or when I'm downloading about 3 or more apps at once from the Market. When JIT is off, I don't get reboots.
Can you confirm if you get this issue or not with JIT on with your solution?
Hi, I am new to the world of smart phones and would like to learn more about them. I've been reading threads about people changing their ROMs and how it can affect future software updates.
I've done some searching w/ "what is a rom" and "stock rom" but the results are in techno-wiz-lingo that's right over my head.
I have two (pretty basic) questions regarding ROMs.
1. What is a rom?
and
2. If I use Titanium Backup (and install its corresponding busybox), does this change my ROM?
Sorry for the 4th-grader-noob questions. Thanks in advance!
Cheers,
John
We all were there sometime in past, so no problem.
1. A ROM is a part of a non-volatile non-"erasable" memory in phone that hold the operating system and main applications; you can compare it to a premade install of an operating system in a Desktop computer (for example: windows 7 and what manufacturer applications has installed), the difference is that you can't modifiy a ROM directly from inside the phone.
Now, smartphones comes also with premade install os the OS, that's called 'stock ROM', a ROM that come from the phone manufacturer; some people are able to extract ROMs from certain models and modify (kitchen) it, fixing bugs, adding new features, even upgrading main OS version, in short improving what came from the manufacturer that's called 'custom ROM' and that's what xda-developers is all about, in the several forums you will see sections where they talk about improving phone usability.
2. I have no much experience with Android but it seems that titanium backup can backup all your user data, so you can flash a custom ROM to your phone then restore you user data back to your phone, so you won't need to readd everything back at hand (usually when you flash a new ROM to your phone, everything is wiped out and the phone is left blank).
Hope that helps.
Thanks Drakh, that helps a lot! I did some more reading on wikipedia. Looks like I have a bit more to learn.
Thank you also Drakh. I have a lot to learn also.
So we are all flashing and re flashing new excellent ROMS that are being developed by the great devoted guys in here. I looked around and beside this I didn't find any TODO list before flashing.
So here is my little contribution,of the tasks I do before every flash to verify that I don't loose any data,but only upgrade my beloved device:
CONTACTS:
Since I'm not using my google account to sync my contacts(I'm a little bit envy of my privacy regarding the people I'm in contact with) - backup contacts using the import function in the contacts section
SMS/MMS:
Backup my sms/mms using any of the much too many apps in the market
APPS(Here is a section that I know will cause a lot of discussion):
I don't use titanium - I tried to use it during my first months with this phone I just didn't like it.I know it could be great to just save everything using it but I found it..hmmm...not suiting my needs and wants so I don't use it.
Instead recently I found a great feature in File expert which lets you backup your APKs(without the data,i.e. scores in games) - I find it very convenient because when I flash I want a clean start where I know exactly what I put back into the phone.
LAUNCHER:
I'm putting not a little effort to make my phone look as awsome as possible(and I'm sure you are too) so in order to save the trouble of configuring your preferred launcher after every flash - just back its settings. most of the used launchers have this option in their settings.
BATTERY:
Be sure you have enough battery life - best practice(which I admit that I'm not always follow)is to fully charge your phone before flashing.
FILES:
I personally always put my current rom zip and the one I'm about to flash on the sdcard to be on the safe side(boot loop for example that can be caused from bad download of the zip)-that way you always have a backup plan.
Also I'm trying to always backup all the content of my sdcard to my computer while I can, who knows what will happen during the flash - maybe you'll have to format your sdcard without any access to the data on it
UTILS:
even if you are just flashing using the CWM be sure to have a setup environment for ODIN:drivers,odin,tars etc.
And last but most important - NANDROID BACKUP:
Always and I repeat Always make a nandroid backup(if you are on the GB kernels I think there is a problem with backup/restore so I heard a solution is to flash the Bali kernel and make a restore with it - search the forum for more details.
That's it - I hope I didn't forget anything.
Please if you have any suggestions/comments don't hesitate to bring them up and I'll update this post if needed.
Enjoy
Thumbs up, bro.
I'm a big fan of Titanium backup though..
I will definately look at file expert to be using up to date supplemental apks when building a ROM.
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For apks I just copy the install file from data/app or system/app to my sd card/app. This probably takes a little longer than batch functions. The only problem i encounter with this method is the need to push some apks back to system/app when they won't install properly. I like to reset my launcher after a flash but all of this is just personal preference
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Good stuff. Stuff that should be in the wiki Note the issue with CWM & GB is fixed in the later releases (version 5, I think) fixes that problem. I know it's available in bhndven's KJ6 kernels but I'm not sure about elsewhere.
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stephen_w said:
Good stuff. Stuff that should be in the wiki Note the issue with CWM & GB is fixed in the later releases (version 5, I think) fixes that problem. I know it's available in bhndven's KJ6 kernels but I'm not sure about elsewhere.
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Yes I heard about this but I haven't tried it yet and also I think most (if not all) the ROMs here still use the old CWM so...
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Yes I heard about this but I haven't tried it yet and also I think most (if not all) the ROMs here still use the old CWM so...
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The ROMs themselves can be flashed from either. It's the Nandroid backups/restores that have an issue
stephen_w said:
The ROMs themselves can be flashed from either. It's the Nandroid backups/restores that have an issue
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exactly what I meant
I have the Samsung Galaxy S3 (verizon), and I am having quite a few problems that no one else seems to be having. Have have searched the forums, googled the problems, and done every kind of troubleshooting that I can think of (will list).
Problems:
Rom: ParanoidAndroid (jellybean
Issue: Wifi does not work in tablet, phablet, or hybrid mode. Camera does not save pictures.
Troubleshooting: Data wipe/restored to backup. Data wipe reinstalled rom, gapps, wiped cache, wiped Dalvik. Clear data in framework, media, and gallery.
Rom: LiquidSmooth (jellybean)
Issue: Camera not saving images.
Troubleshooting: Same as above.
Rom: MiUi (jellybean)
Issue: Camera not saving pictures, No ext sd card support. (not going to list known issues since that would be redundant)
Troubleshooting: Same as above.
Again, I have googled all of the issues. Tried as many fixes as I could find. If I am being a noob then please just tell me. If there are step by step instructions that I have missed please point me in the right direction. Would love to get one of these roms working today before I have to go to work
Sir, there are few things here first to best help your self....you say you search, did you by chance search the forum of your device? Or posting your questions/issues there for better visibility, there are lot of talented ROM makers in those threads. http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1716
Also, if you are worried about stability, read thru the OPs and threads of the ROM you want to try....Thank You
Hello everyone!
As I am an htc one s user, I have spent countless hours doing research on just about everything. This was my first android phone and I wanted to be very cautious not to turn it into a very expensive paperweight. With this, I have decided to make a thread giving information to other beginners like me. I am linking to a web page and won't be adding complete details in this thread (unfortunately) because I am constantly updating and adding new information. If you have any other useful thread you think would be important for beginners to see (mainly fixing issues as I myself have not experienced many), do let me know and I will try my best to make a concise page summing everything up. In the mean time, here is what I have...
Root, S-Off, RUU
Tells you what rooting is all about (for total beginners)
Gives you step by step instructions on how to root, as well as tools
Useful Apps
Useful productivity apps, both requiring and not requiring root (useful to those that have just converted to android)
Eye Candy
Instructions on how to change boot splash
Link to my boot animation collection (the one in my signature)
Full Rom Collection
I will try my best to give the most up to date rom list since Android 4.3
Added:
Titanium Backup Tutorial for Beginners
Rom Info for Beginners