I'm about to root my nexus s for the first time. I'm running Android 4.0.4. Quick nooby question..will I lose the contacts n data on my phone memory if I root by flashing superuser with CWM recovery..If yes then is there a way to create a NAND backup prior to rooting my device.
Thanks a lot for putting up with my nooby question. Pls help!!!
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zombiedroid666 said:
will I lose the contacts n data on my phone memory if I root by flashing superuser with CWM recovery..
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Take a look in you gmail contact list. It will be synced when you start up a "clean" Android phone. If you want to keep your SMS's, you could try a program like SMS Backup +.
root it without unlocking bootloader, it won't wipe your device...
If you have Google account, your contacts will be sync by Gmail.
App data can be backup by Titanium Backup.
Root will not wipe ur data.
But unlocking bootloader does.
Also backup before root is recommended
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savantist said:
root it without unlocking bootloader, it won't wipe your device...
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How is that possible in 4.0.4?
As stated previously, once you unlock bootloader your data will be erased. And yes, once you install custom recovery (CWM), you can do a nandroid backup through it.
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How do I backup my phone before doing a hard reset, unlocking the boot loader or installing a ROM?
use something like mybackup pro and post in the correct section next time
In Cwm there is a back up restore option
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yes, But the OP doesnt have CWM yet, To get it he will need to unlock bootloader, Which resets the phone.
azzledazzle said:
yes, But the OP doesnt have CWM yet, To get it he will need to unlock bootloader, Which resets the phone.
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does it also delete the "sd card" contents?
I don't think that the stock recovery supports nandroid backup. you'll need at least an unlocked bootloader and a costum recovery go make a nandroid Backup. So Only way is crossing fingers when flashing recovery.
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Bricolo_fr said:
does it also delete the "sd card" contents?
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No just a factory reset. Meaning all apps and data will be gone...
Or so ive heard anyway, I unlocked mine as soon as i received it, so i wouldnt have noticed if it was wiped or not lol
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by this guide :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583427
if i will use the bootloader all my date will be deleted ? ..
and what can i do if i dont want new rom i just want to root because adaway , and all of the new settings ..
thank you :fingers-crossed:
barakine said:
by this guide :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583427
if i will use the bootloader all my date will be deleted ? ..
and what can i do if i dont want new rom i just want to root because adaway , and all of the new settings ..
thank you :fingers-crossed:
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My understanding is that the current way to root your phone requires unlocking the bootloader through the HTC Dev process. There is no other way to root.
HOWEVER, you should be able to make a nandroid backup of all your phone data before you root, and then restore the data after your bootloader is unlocked. Search the forums on how to make a nandroid backup and restore. I am pretty sure you can make a nandroid backup before recovery, and then restore it after. This can be done using the adb.exe file. Let me know if you cant find anything on the forums about a nandroid backup.
AKToronto
Yes all data will be deleted as unlocking bootloader finishes with a factory reset...it is not mandatory to install custom ROMs...u can unlock bootloader and root ur phone while using complete stock firmware....
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AKToronto said:
My understanding is that the current way to root your phone requires unlocking the bootloader through the HTC Dev process. There is no other way to root.
HOWEVER, you should be able to make a nandroid backup of all your phone data before you root, and then restore the data after your bootloader is unlocked. Search the forums on how to make a nandroid backup and restore. I am pretty sure you can make a nandroid backup before recovery, and then restore it after. This can be done using the adb.exe file. Let me know if you cant find anything on the forums about a nandroid backup.
AKToronto
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mihirengg19 said:
Yes all data will be deleted as unlocking bootloader finishes with a factory reset...it is not mandatory to install custom ROMs...u can unlock bootloader and root ur phone while using complete stock firmware....
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thanks.. i will try rooting soon
Will I lose apps and app data if i only unlock the bootloader,install custom recovery ,install superuser.zip and not custom rom/kernel.Reply ASAP
No
HTC.EXPLORER said:
Will I lose apps and app data if i only unlock the bootloader,install custom recovery ,install superuser.zip and not custom rom/kernel.Reply ASAP
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U never loose any data due to unlocking the Boot-loader and installing Custom Recovery and Super user man..
The warning shown by Unlock-er Screen is just for Caution....
Yes, you will lose data.
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devator22 said:
Yes, you will lose data.
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Are u sure ? i unlocked TWO devices so far i never lost any data...
If you don't want to lose data. Simply copy everything to your PC
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no u wont
u wont lose any data if u do wat u said just wat u said
No, i have myself rooted my Stock ROM and did not lose any files or apps. However, if you install a Custom ROM, you will lose everything.
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rooting and unlocking wont loose u any data///
after installing a custom rom u will loose all the apps and evrytihg in ur fone memory(contacts,msgz etc}
HTC.EXPLORER said:
Will I lose apps and app data if i only unlock the bootloader,install custom recovery ,install superuser.zip and not custom rom/kernel.Reply ASAP
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No. Data is not lost by rooting. Rooting simply allows you to add superuser access to ur existing rom. Data is lost by flashing another rom not by rooting current rom.
Is it possible to return to stock without losing my data? My data really isn't that necessary, as I could make a TB backup and save it to the internal memory, but the main question is: Can I return to stock ROM without having to to wipe my internal memory?
absoluterebirth said:
Is it possible to return to stock without losing my data? My data really isn't that necessary, as I could make a TB backup and save it to the internal memory, but the main question is: Can I return to stock ROM without having to to wipe my internal memory?
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no. of course you can set it for google to restore your settings, and apps with settings, but your data will get wiped.
simms22 said:
no. of course you can set it for google to restore your settings, and apps with settings, but your data will get wiped.
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Alright, thanks
Yes you can. Just download the stock factory image and extract it. Then using adb (I hope you know how if not tell me and I'll try to explain) flash the recovery, system, and boot images. That will restore your stock ROM, kernel, and recovery. Just don't flash the userdata image and all your internal data on your "SD card" will be fine. All you have to do is restore your titanium backup apps and all their data will still be there and your pictures and everything will all be available.
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abdel12345 said:
Yes you can. Just download the stock factory image and extract it. Then using adb (I hope you know how if not tell me and I'll try to explain) flash the recovery, system, and boot images. That will restore your stock ROM, kernel, and recovery. Just don't flash the userdata image and all your internal data on your "SD card" will be fine. All you have to do is restore your titanium backup apps and all their data will still be there and your pictures and everything will all be available.
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Provided your bootloader is unlocked
jd1639 said:
Provided your bootloader is unlocked
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Well his boot loader has to be unlocked to run a custom ROM.
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abdel12345 said:
Yes you can. Just download the stock factory image and extract it. Then using adb (I hope you know how if not tell me and I'll try to explain) flash the recovery, system, and boot images. That will restore your stock ROM, kernel, and recovery. Just don't flash the userdata image and all your internal data on your "SD card" will be fine. All you have to do is restore your titanium backup apps and all their data will still be there and your pictures and everything will all be available.
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Cool I was wondering this too as I made a nandroid when I first started but not sure I had all my apps set up yet. From here I would just reflash twrp and reroot, correct?
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ldubs said:
Cool I was wondering this too as I made a nandroid when I first started but not sure I had all my apps set up yet. From here I would just reflash twrp and reroot, correct?
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Yes but you'll still lose your apps just not the internal data so make sure you backup with titanium. It'll be like flashing a new ROM.
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Hello
All XDA members
I have a problem that made me raise a question an that is an we know the name of a rom from a nanriod backup either on PC or on Andriod.??
Ideally PC would be good !!
Thanks
Most ( not all) recovery apps let you name the file. Are you asking how to find the file? If so, it likely is in a folder named backups. You can move the file to your pc and keep it there if you are out of storage space.
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stevens243 said:
Most ( not all) recovery apps let you name the file. Are you asking how to find the file? If so, it likely is in a folder named backups. You can move the file to your pc and keep it there if you are out of storage space.
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Sorry if I wasn't clear please consider the following situation :
I have around 12 backups of different roms and I dont want to restore each n every backup for sake of simple file or simple thing. So any tool which can read the name of Rom? Probably the buildprop or about phone info will help
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Well, if you gave a single boot system, your recovery should "see" all of those files. If so, you can usb them or copy to a sd card and move them. Just move them back when you need to.
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Can someone explain nandroid backup to me? Does it mean I can make a backup my current rom and save it? Sorry for the dumb question.
Yep
TPS_Reports said:
Can someone explain nandroid backup to me? Does it mean I can make a backup my current rom and save it? Sorry for the dumb question.
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Simply,it is a backup of your OS and settings. It is extremely valuable if you flash a new ROM that doesn't/won't function. Then, you can use your recovery to, well, recover your previous WORKING OS.
When/if you begin to flash new ROMs (and other tools that may corrupt your OS) you should always.first.backup.your.files.
Can I assume I would need to wipe data/factory reset, etc. before I restore the backup?
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No assumptions
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Can I assume I would need to wipe data/factory reset, etc. before I restore the backup?
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So, that depends on what your starting config is, what you upgraded to.
For instance, if you are stock and flash a ROM using the stock recovery, then likely yes. You should and you would use the stock bootloader to wipe with.
If you have loaded a new recovery (TWRP, CWM) then read(!) the instructions on the developers page. My example is that on my tablet, once I upgraded to TWRP, I SHOULD NOT use the factory wipe option as that would wipe both TWRP and the backup files. That would cause lots of problems so, don't assume.
Typically, you do need to data/reset/wipe prior to flashing a new or recovering to an old ROM, just be careful what/how you do it.
I have a CWM recovery installed and installed custom Rome before. I have always redid everything again. So a backup would save me a lot of time.
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I have a CWM recovery installed and installed custom Rome before. I have always redid everything again. So a backup would save me a lot of time.
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Then, unless the ROM developer states otherwise, you should make backups, wipe data, install ROMs and recover your device using the Nandroid backup.
You likely shouldn't use the "factory" wipe data as that would cause issues.
Larry