[Q] getting OTA updates - Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

i'm guessing that you can only download OTA updates if you're on a stock rom, right? if that's true, then how would you ever update your phone if you're on a custom rom?

hoponpop said:
i'm guessing that you can only download OTA updates if you're on a stock rom, right? if that's true, then how would you ever update your phone if you're on a custom rom?
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Yes, and you have to wait for the custom rom devs to implement the changes. Often they are faster then Google (see the 2.3.5 changes already on NxS custom roms).

rentaric said:
Yes, and you have to wait for the custom rom devs to implement the changes. Often they are faster then Google (see the 2.3.5 changes already on NxS custom roms).
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how do devs know what's going to be in the next update? don't they have to wait for the next update to come out and then go from there?

hoponpop said:
how do devs know what's going to be in the next update? don't they have to wait for the next update to come out and then go from there?
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No they build from Android source code. It is publicly available.
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hoponpop said:
how do devs know what's going to be in the next update? don't they have to wait for the next update to come out and then go from there?
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Exactly what matt said, it's open for everyone (who knows how to handle it), some "stuff" needs to be done by Google (like the fingerprint), but most can be adopted/ported by ROM devs before Google actually released the version for your (in this case NxS) device.

also, official updates come from an url address. anyone can grab that url and manually download it. then you can just add root to it or a stock phone can manually flash it.

simms22 said:
also, official updates come from an url address. anyone can grab that url and manually download it. then you can just add root to it or a stock phone can manually flash it.
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yea, I had to do that with the 2.3.4 update cause it wouldn't install correctly. I didn't realize that about the source code and stuff. that's pretty cool.

Anyone know when 2.3.5 is ready for prime time?(via Stock Nexus S)

bel4_20 said:
Anyone know when 2.3.5 is ready for prime time?(via Stock Nexus S)
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Depends on when Google feels the urge to release Google wallet to the market, maybe not before ICS anymore.

Related

Android OS 2.2 Froyo for Nexus One OTA Update Started..

Get ready guys - Google started rolling out Android OS 2.2 for Nexus One phone as a over the air update..
http://www.machackpc.com/featured/android-os-2-2-froyo-for-nexus-one-ota-update-started/
the OTA update won't be pushed to rooted device....shame
waiting for others to release a update package to flash
machackpc said:
Get ready guys - Google started rolling out Android OS 2.2 for Nexus One phone as a over the air update..
http://www.machackpc.com/featured/android-os-2-2-froyo-for-nexus-one-ota-update-started/
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Let's see a roll out for the Incredible!
ericube said:
the OTA update won't be pushed to rooted device....shame
waiting for others to release a update package to flash
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Just rooted in general, or running a custom ROM?
Kpow said:
Just rooted in general, or running a custom ROM?
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My understanding is that if you have the stock ROM it will allow you to download the update. If you are rooted you can download it, but not install it because you will need the stock recovery in order to do so.
Personally, I think I can deal with being non-rooted for a little bit in order to try out the new stuff. I already nandroid'd back to the stock ROM, but still rooted ... going to put the stock recovery and such back on and see if anything shows up over the weekend
To a device with a custom recovery i believe
pIxiLatEd said:
My understanding is that if you have the stock ROM it will allow you to download the update. If you are rooted you can download it, but not install it because you will need the stock recovery in order to do so.
Personally, I think I can deal with being non-rooted for a little bit in order to try out the new stuff. I already nandroid'd back to the stock ROM, but still rooted ... going to put the stock recovery and such back on and see if anything shows up over the weekend
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It should work with stock image and recovery.
I just put my stock image of 2.1 and stoc recovery and straight away got the OTA for 2.1 update1, so I believe 2.2 OTA will come too
Try this post here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=614850
^^ yep, did that. It started the update1 OTA immediately .... so far so good. Now it's down to the waiting game.
Is this only for nexus one?
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BatRambo said:
It should work with stock image and recovery.
I just put my stock image of 2.1 and stoc recovery and straight away got the OTA for 2.1 update1, so I believe 2.2 OTA will come too
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That file you pointed to doesn't seem to include the stock recovery.img, where can I find it? Thanks.
spokenjeremy said:
That file you pointed to doesn't seem to include the stock recovery.img, where can I find it? Thanks.
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http://rapidshare.com/files/3321487...ogle_WWE_1.01.1700.1_ERD79_release_signed.zip
then unzip and flash to the phone via fastboot ... scroll up for the link to instructions if you don't know how to do it.
Now Download Android 2.2.
I read it on Fonearena.
http://www.fonearena.com/blog/17496...oyo-for-nexus-one-now-tested-and-working.html
Damn, now I really wish Google had announced the N1 for Canada a month before they did. Need this released for the Milestone!
svprm said:
Now Download Android 2.2.
I read it on Fonearena.
http://www.fonearena.com/blog/17496...oyo-for-nexus-one-now-tested-and-working.html
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Worked like a charm. Seemed it was missing a few steps that I had to assume but overall got the job done.
Now currently running 2.2 on my stock N1
AverageCanadian said:
Damn, now I really wish Google had announced the N1 for Canada a month before they did. Need this released for the Milestone!
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Just do what I did... sell your Milestone and buy one online. I'm on my 2nd Nexus One. Gonna keep this one a virgin until 2.2.
svprm said:
Now Download Android 2.2.
I read it on Fonearena.l
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I assume if folks are getting FRF50 pushed the FRF72 shouldn't be very far behind it?
Now if we could just get the Incredible updated!
come on mytouch slide!!
Source just hit!

Updated Hero software (Software – 2.31.651.7) 9/22

Looks like they are releasing an update to our Hero's.....don't get to excited it just bug fixes but better than nothing.
Source Link:
http://support.sprint.com/support/article/Find_and_update_the_software_version_on_your_HTC_Hero/case-gb746811-20091009-155624?&INTNAV=SUP:HDIA
I wonder if there is much of a performance boost for those running stock derived 2.1 ROMs?
At least we know Sprint isn't ignoring us. It'll take a lot for me to go back to stock, though. Do we know if this will kill your root access like the last update did?
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I wonder if there is much of a performance boost for those running stock derived 2.1 ROMs?
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"Description of enhancements/fixes
-This update improves overall performance of the device."
Since that is the only enhancement/Fix listed I sure hope it would be a noticeable boost.
will this make us loose our roots or roms or anything? I am using NFX-Hero would like the update but don't want to mess up anything that i have done.
Awfully vague description they've provided about today's update. But, not surprising coming from Sprint...
Has HTC posted any elaborations on their website?
Neo31697 said:
will this make us loose our roots or roms or anything? I am using NFX-Hero would like the update but don't want to mess up anything that i have done.
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ummmm i would not be the first to try.....I will wait till the devs take a look at it.
teedo757 said:
"Description of enhancements/fixes
-This update improves overall performance of the device."
Since that is the only enhancement/Fix listed I sure hope it would be a noticeable boost.
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also...
should be fixing the gps reboot issues and sluggish dialer performance
anyone able to update yet?
The rom-makers will be able to integrate this into their roms, right? I'll just wait for the updated roms to come out.
When I click the link all it takes me to is the sprint information on the update... the link on the sprint page takes me to the 2.27.651.6 Ruu download... Sprint is so lame.... Why post an update if your website hasn't made it available??
Neo31697 said:
will this make us loose our roots or roms or anything? I am using NFX-Hero would like the update but don't want to mess up anything that i have done.
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If you update you will lose it all. The update (in your case) should come from infiniteFX, especially since he was one of the earlier proponents of building off of the .6 versus .5 build.
mtnchkn said:
If you update you will lose it all. The update (in your case) should come from infiniteFX, especially since he was one of the earlier proponents of building off of the .6 versus .5 build.
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yeah i would never update to an MR from Sprint until a dev has taken it apart and ensured root access.
Visionikz03 said:
yeah i would never update to an MR from Sprint until a dev has taken it apart and ensured root access.
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You have one of the coolest signatures i have seen. +1 for you lol
anyone get prompted for the update yet? i keep probing but comes up nothing...
If I could get a hold of this I would gladly try it, i can't get it over the air or online. I've installed darchstar's S-OFF hboot and it persisted through 2 runs of the 2.27.651.6 RUU, so not having root wouldn't worry me.
to hell with sprint, im pissed about this update. we didn't need it, what we needed was a sense froyo. what a waste of a good opportunity.
I find it interesting that they give different reasons for the update for each different phone. I ruued back to stock .5 kernel and did the .6 update and will adb pull the update off my hero if I get it. In case anyone gets it the update is stored in /cache. You'll probably already know this but you can download it and not apply it.
Anyone know if there is a new radio in this update?
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still can't fetch this update... anyone else?

Is there a way to force updates?

Just wondered if there was a way in which I could force an update? I've had to revert back to stock firmware and am currently on 2.3.1. Ive tried the CHECKIN method but nothing happened. Any suggestions guys?
you can manually push the update through recovery located here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=967953
rob77 said:
Just wondered if there was a way in which I could force an update? I've had to revert back to stock firmware and am currently on 2.3.1. Ive tried the CHECKIN method but nothing happened. Any suggestions guys?
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Nope..
Do look for the thread titled '2.3.3 link' though. It's rather easy to apply it manually.
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Thanks guys
I have done that method before but I think it screwed up my mms hence I would rather receive it OTA just incase. Are they still pushing out the 2.3.2 update for us that are yet to receive 2.3.3?
rob77 said:
Thanks guys
I have done that method before but I think it screwed up my mms hence I would rather receive it OTA just incase. Are they still pushing out the 2.3.2 update for us that are yet to receive 2.3.3?
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Probably not. They would probably send you the version that goes from whatever you're on to 2.3.3 since the Android 2.3.3 URL thread has like three different versions.
The alternative is to flash a custom ROM such as CM7, Axura, GingerS, MoDaCo which features 2.3.3 (unsure about GingerS)
I still don't get the 2.3.3 OTA either. Since I had some problem when I was using N1 and tried to update it manually, I decide to wait for OTA in my NS. I am curious why it can take so long time to push out an OTA?
Two reasons: network strain and damage control in the event of Problems.
I'm waiting for the OTA to come through to my other halves new NS which we got yesterday to update from 2.3.1 to either 2.3.2 or better still 2.3.3 but, guess it ain't happening any time soon :-(
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PaulW21781 said:
I'm waiting for the OTA to come through to my other halves new NS which we got yesterday to update from 2.3.1 to either 2.3.2 or better still 2.3.3 but, guess it ain't happening any time soon :-(
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Force update in post #2 that I linked. This is the same file you would get from the OTA. All the OTA does is bring a dialog box saying its available for you and it goes to that link. The link was achieved using aLogCat. It's directly from *.google.com
zephiK said:
Force update in post #2 that I linked. This is the same file you would get from the OTA. All the OTA does is bring a dialog box saying its available for you and it goes to that link. The link was achieved using aLogCat. It's directly from *.google.com
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Done cheers!
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how to force update
Picked up my NS on saturday (so it should be running 2.3.1 right?) Anyway when I go into settings-about phone-system update it says i have latest version. I am fairly confident this is not so. So how do I force update to my NS?
mac227 said:
Picked up my NS on saturday (so it should be running 2.3.1 right?) Anyway when I go into settings-about phone-system update it says i have latest version. I am fairly confident this is not so. So how do I force update to my NS?
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Search for the thread titled '2.3.3 link' and do it manually or wait until you get it pushed down to you. There it's no way to force it OTA (over-the-air)
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this has been posted so many times
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=981361
rob77 said:
Just wondered if there was a way in which I could force an update? I've had to revert back to stock firmware and am currently on 2.3.1. Ive tried the CHECKIN method but nothing happened. Any suggestions guys?
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Go to development and use the 2.3.3 restore with root. Real easy
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No offense to the OP, but I find it very odd that people buy a "pure Google experience" android device then manage to forget to use Google.
takkun1946 said:
No offense to the OP, but I find it very odd that people buy a "pure Google experience" android device then manage to forget to use Google.
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OP's name does have "mac" in it

simple question. I9020A rooted running ICS rom. Do I accept OTA update?

Hi there,
Since my phone is a I9020A on Fido I rooted and currently running CM9 ICS rom, should I accept any OTA update or do I have to manually install it through CWM?
No, it can screw up your device if you do it like that. Just do it manually like everyone is doing.
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HeavenlyWinds said:
No, it can screw up your device if you do it like that. Just do it manually like everyone is doing.
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for now what I did was downgrade to stock 2.3.6 in hopes teh OTA would be received
Can you tell me which package I should be flashing? I have yet to see the OTA for 4.0 for the I9020A
sspikey said:
for now what I did was downgrade to stock 2.3.6 in hopes teh OTA would be received
Can you tell me which package I should be flashing? I have yet to see the OTA for 4.0 for the I9020A
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There is this rom
AndroidUser00110001 said:
ROM:
Android 4.0.3 IML74k
Bootloader Version : I9020XXKL1 - Works with all GSM devices. Please check HERE to see if it will work on your device.
Radio - No Radio. Your favorite radio will work with 4.0.3
Root - DO NOT UPDATE SUPERUSER. Wait for proper ICS version. The current version will not ask or show permission is granted for apps that require root.
Do not update superuser yet until a new version for ICS comes out.
All apps that can be downloaded from market have been removed. If you can not see your missing apps in Android Market then download attached zip files.
Building new ROM from source now. Will be all pure android but for status bar widgets and enhanced power menu.
Follow me on Twitter for more updates and when my AOSP ROM will be released.
There is a patch for new Systemui.APK file that will show H when you have HSPA signal. It is attached to this post and can be loaded from recovery.
Deodex Version
Download HERE
Odex Version
Download HERE
No Bootloader - These files do not contain the bootloader that came with ICS.
Odex Version
Download HERE
Deodex Version - thanks brenix!
Dowload HERE
Add On:
Depending on what country you are in, you may not see some of the missing apps in Android Market. Download the files below, extract the zip, place the apk files on SD Card and side load them if you favorite file browser or whatever.
Apps 1
Apps 2
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If you would like to make a small donation for my work you may do so by clicking HERE
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maxone001 said:
There is this rom
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Run the Odex or Deodex version?
Where would I find the proper radio for Fido?
Sorry im a terrible noob!
sspikey said:
Run the Odex or Deodex version?
Where would I find the proper radio for Fido?
Sorry im a terrible noob!
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Only difference between odex and deodex is that deodex is for theming. Odex boots faster.... And if the radio you're using right bow is working properly you don't need to flash another radio
JakeOcn said:
Only difference between odex and deodex is that deodex is for theming. Odex boots faster.... And if the radio you're using right bow is working properly you don't need to flash another radio
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Ok so I flashed 2.3.6 back stock for OTA rom from the thread in this section and now for some odd reason I cant access my CWM. Whenever I try to it shows some box and triangle thing flashing
tried to reflash CWM using Rom Manager and kept getting an error.
Doh!
To the handful of people getting OTA update on i9020a, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE get either:
a) name of ZIP file
b) URL of ZIP file
c) copy ZIP file and upload (should be in /cache folder I think)
(preferably all three)
Once you install it the file is deleted and you lost your chance, so please if you downloaded update don't apply until you get at least one of the above...but preferably all three, you would be a hero to all of us in this thread with i9020a wanting update. This is AT&T/Rogers model.
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To the handful of people getting OTA update on i9020a, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE get either:
a) name of ZIP file
b) URL of ZIP file
c) copy ZIP file and upload (should be in /cache folder I think)
(preferably all three)
Once you install it the file is deleted and you lost your chance, so please if you downloaded update don't apply until you get at least one of the above...but preferably all three, you would be a hero to all of us in this thread with i9020a wanting update. This is AT&T/Rogers model.
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There´s people getting OTA on i9020A?
I bought my Nexus in Canada so it´s a i9020A
r4du said:
There´s people getting OTA on i9020A?
I bought my Nexus in Canada so it´s a i9020A
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People are claiming to get it, including what I believe was the OP of this thread...so I guess so? All I know is I have i9020a and I'm starting to get pissed off not having ICS!
doubleblack said:
People are claiming to get it, including what I believe was the OP of this thread...so I guess so? All I know is I have i9020a and I'm starting to get pissed off not having ICS!
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The OP states he is running CM9 Kangs... He isn't getting the update since he is not on stock -- I think he is just asking how to actually take the OTA when it comes.
I am on Fido too in Canada and I can assure you, I have not received the OTA for my I9020A yet... Once it is available for my I9020A, I will post all the information here (if the I9020A official OTA is not already posted, that is...)
if i flash back to stock with root will i still receive OTA on ns4g?? even if with a different kernal?
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Eniac77 said:
The OP states he is running CM9 Kangs... He isn't getting the update since he is not on stock -- I think he is just asking how to actually take the OTA when it comes.
I am on Fido too in Canada and I can assure you, I have not received the OTA for my I9020A yet... Once it is available for my I9020A, I will post all the information here (if the I9020A official OTA is not already posted, that is...)
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bingo I didnt receive the update
just wantred to be prepared
I have an issue though where I cant seem to access the CWM.
I think I am going to revert my phone to stock for now until everything gets sorted out!
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if i flash back to stock with root will i still receive OTA on ns4g?? even if with a different kernal?
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I think the kernel has to be stock as well.
I just downloaded OTARootKeeper app and have reverted completely back to stock; I am patiently waiting for the i9020A OTA.
Hopefully we get it soon.
I don't mind a little wait though... by then all the other bugs and such with SuperUser app will be figured out for ICS.
Eniac77 said:
I think the kernel has to be stock as well.
I just downloaded OTARootKeeper app and have reverted completely back to stock; I am patiently waiting for the i9020A OTA.
Hopefully we get it soon.
I don't mind a little wait though... by then all the other bugs and such with SuperUser app will be figured out for ICS.
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how do use root keeper...do i download it from the market after update...like i would with titanium backup..
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Eniac77 said:
I think the kernel has to be stock as well.
I just downloaded OTARootKeeper app and have reverted completely back to stock; I am patiently waiting for the i9020A OTA.
Hopefully we get it soon.
I don't mind a little wait though... by then all the other bugs and such with SuperUser app will be figured out for ICS.
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is that really all I have to do?
I installed 2.3.6 back (from the thread with all the stock OTA updates) and need to unroot using the app you mentionned and update via OTA? thats it?
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is that really all I have to do?
I installed 2.3.6 back (from the thread with all the stock OTA updates) and need to unroot using the app you mentionned and update via OTA? thats it?
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I downloaded Voodoo OTARootKeeper from the android market. The description of the program claims it should hide your root during the ota and according to the apps latest reviews, it works on this ics upgrade. I am keeping my fingers crossed that it works and hopefully the super user app from the market will be updated by then to handle ics.
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I downloaded Voodoo OTARootKeeper from the android market. The description of the program claims it should hide your root during the ota and according to the apps latest reviews, it works on this ics upgrade. I am keeping my fingers crossed that it works and hopefully the super user app from the market will be updated by then to handle ics.
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Also, Superuser has been officially updated for ICS, so you don't really need to use OTARootKeeper. The new SU works just like before.
http://androidsu.com/superuser/
Also, it looks like I hit "Thanks" instead of "Reply" at first, so.... free "Thanks" for you
I've been through the threads and nothing on Android 4.0.3 OTA for the I9020A as yet. My guess is when it shows up it will be posted in the master thread below
ALL Nexus S OTA Updates for ALL Variants, Plus Full ROM Packages
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1063664
Btw I'm on Telus and nothing as yet.

[Q] 4.1.1 OTA

Will there be a specific date on when the 4,1,1 (OTA) fix will come in so you can use the AOSP ROMS? or will we just have to wait and see.
(I OTA updated before knowing of rooting, so don't tell me its a no no and stuff )
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Will there be a specific date on when the 4,1,1 (OTA) fix will come in so you can use the AOSP ROMS? or will we just have to wait and see.
(I OTA updated before knowing of rooting, so don't tell me its a no no and stuff )
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When kernel source is released
My guess is another two months at least on the kernel. No clue on if or when a fix will ever be released for the jb ota'ers sorry
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954wrecker said:
My guess is another two months at least on the kernel. No clue on if or when a fix will ever be released for the jb ota'ers sorry
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Noooooo
I'm just guessing I know nothing about the new firmware and hboot from the jb ota. Another guess is once the flood of at&t ota people comes rushing in like a tsunami a solution may pop up shortly after.
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ronnyg12 said:
Will there be a specific date on when the 4,1,1 (OTA) fix will come in so you can use the AOSP ROMS? or will we just have to wait and see.
(I OTA updated before knowing of rooting, so don't tell me its a no no and stuff )
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From what I understand they have 90 days to release kernel source after releasing the kernel so we're looking at around 3 months. I'm in the same boat as you bud. Updated without realizing the downside and I much prefer aokp to sense. Until then I'm using viper 3.1.0 desensed with nova. I even went as far as to downgrade my hboot to see if I could flash aokp after with no difference.
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From what I understand they have 90 days to release kernel source after releasing the kernel so we're looking at around 3 months. I'm in the same boat as you bud. Updated without realizing the downside and I much prefer aokp to sense. Until then I'm using viper 3.1.0 desensed with nova. I even went as far as to downgrade my hboot to see if I could flash aokp after with no difference.
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Damn, I was just going to suggest that and see if it works i guess not. Couldn't we just downgrade to the ICS build by downgrading our hboot then flashing the 2.40 RUU?
ronnyg12 said:
Damn, I was just going to suggest that and see if it works i guess not. Couldn't we just downgrade to the ICS build by downgrading our hboot then flashing the 2.40 RUU?
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Hmmm I didn't really think of that but it may be worth a try!
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Hmmm I didn't really think of that but it may be worth a try!
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Well actually nvm the 2.40 RUU isn't leaked yet i think so couldn't you downgrade to 1.09 and then Flash HK 2.42 RUU which is basically the same?
exad said:
From what I understand they have 90 days to release kernel source after releasing the kernel so we're looking at around 3 months. I'm in the same boat as you bud. Updated without realizing the downside and I much prefer aokp to sense. Until then I'm using viper 3.1.0 desensed with nova. I even went as far as to downgrade my hboot to see if I could flash aokp after with no difference.
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They DO NOT have 90 days. GPL clearly states it must be provided immediately when the accompanying software is available or before. HTC is in violation of the GPL. They are only allowed time to make it available for distribution. They think that this allows them to hold it back indefinitely while in reality it means time to upload and should always be available within 24 hours of the Rom being released to the public. This is not open to interpretation according to the GPL and any lawyer who has looked at it. Gpl-violations.org is a good place to file a complaint as well as HTC's legal department. This really needs some attention considering they routinely wipe their ass with a legally binding agreement that does not allow delaying kernel source at all.
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Somewhat of a noob question, but I'm assuming AOKP ROMs also wouldn't work if I stupidly applied the 4.1.1 OTA update?
Mercath said:
Somewhat of a noob question, but I'm assuming AOKP ROMs also wouldn't work if I stupidly applied the 4.1.1 OTA update?
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Yep only jb sense... And once kernel source is out it will be fixed so be assured and I thought they had 90 days? If they were in violation oh well but I could of sworn they had 90 days to do it either way until they become a dev friendlier community you have to wait at least 90 days for source
a box of kittens said:
Yep only jb sense... And once kernel source is out it will be fixed so be assured and I thought they had 90 days? If they were in violation oh well but I could of sworn they had 90 days to do it either way until they become a dev friendlier community you have to wait at least 90 days for source
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im just thinking of getting the nexus 4
So I applied this OTA update (flashed the stock recovery first), then re-flashed TWRP. Now, I can't for the life of me get the phone rooted again. I tried several different supersu apks, some older, some newer. SuperSU itself can't install, can't uninstall, can't update its binaries. Different supersu's allow SuperSU itself root access, but no other programs can be given root access (such as Titanium Backup).
Any ideas? I'm about to get rid of this phone, HTC is just making modding so painful. My fault I know for installing the OTA update, but still...
Mercath said:
SuperSU itself can't install, can't uninstall, can't update its binaries.
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Do you have a kernel which allows write access to system partition?
twistedddx said:
Do you have a kernel which allows write access to system partition?
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I installed the 4.1.1 update, so I have that kernel. Are there any kernels I can install that will function with the new update? I was under the impression I had to wait until HTC released their source before I could flash anything.
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Mercath said:
Are there any kernels I can install that will function with the new update?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2061577
That should do what you want.
Thanks, I'll look into that.
I have a nandroid backup of my stock ROM (4.0). Would installing that work, or has the 4.1.1 update messed that up too?
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Mercath said:
Thanks, I'll look into that.
I have a nandroid backup of my stock ROM (4.0). Would installing that work, or has the 4.1.1 update messed that up too?
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Too late, your phone has the new hboot. It probably won't work
Mercath said:
Thanks, I'll look into that.
I have a nandroid backup of my stock ROM (4.0). Would installing that work, or has the 4.1.1 update messed that up too?
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The 4.1.1 OTA ruins basically everything -.-

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