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[Q]How to flash a new update to current rom

Ok, I'm sorry if this has been answered somewhere else on here, however I can not seem to find it and I want to make sure I do this properly! I have rooted my Galaxy Skyrocket and installed the ICS 4.2-5A rom version 4.0.4 and I want to install Seans new update 6B and I wanted to know the steps to apply the update. From what I read I know I do not need to completely wipe my phone and reinstall the rom. Also, will I have to reinstall my radio after I install the update? Thank you to anyone that can help me!

Should be update instructions on the first post of the ROM thread. If not the first post, at least the first page.

it doesn't show me on seans thread.....here it is...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722828
I am just trying to figure out what I need to wipe, if anything. I know I need to put it on my sd card and boot into recovery, just not sure what to do at that point.

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SKY ICS NONWIPE UPDATES
UPDATE A
IF YOUR STARTING FRESH (PICK A BASE THEN FLASH THIS UPDATE.. )
(DO NOT FLASH A THEN B)(ITS POINTLESS)
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Just flash, don't wipe.

the only thing is is that i am not starting fresh. im already on the current rom he has up there. so i think i need to pick the B update...so do i still just open the zip file and run it or do i need to wipe something? I thought I needed to atleast wipe the cache and possibly the delvik, but that's why I'm asking! Thanks for your help!

For the update, wipe cache/dalvik then flash the zip. Reboot and enjoy
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Thank you for the help...i will go ahead and do that!

Always make backups just in case it doesnt go as planned. :good:

gsxrchick said:
the only thing is is that i am not starting fresh. im already on the current rom he has up there. so i think i need to pick the B update...so do i still just open the zip file and run it or do i need to wipe something? I thought I needed to atleast wipe the cache and possibly the delvik, but that's why I'm asking! Thanks for your help!
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You can just flash away. No cache clearing is necessary. I just did it to update from 4.5A to 5B a mere 10 minutes ago.

Mike on XDA said:
You can just flash away. No cache clearing is necessary. I just did it to update from 4.5A to 5B a mere 10 minutes ago.
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i recommend you wipe cache and dalvik.
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xcrazydx said:
i recommend you wipe cache and dalvik.
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Same here
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OK guys I am on 4.2F-6B...thanks for all the help! The smart stay app will not open and says the beta testing is over...any ideas how I can get this to work? Also the screen keeps flashing no front camera detected, however the front camera works when I go into the camera. Why would this be flashing on the screen?
Sorry to be such a newbie, but I guess we all have to start somewhere!

gsxrchick said:
OK guys I am on 4.2F-6B...thanks for all the help! The smart stay app will not open and says the beta testing is over...any ideas how I can get this to work? Also the screen keeps flashing no front camera detected, however the front camera works when I go into the camera. Why would this be flashing on the screen?
Sorry to be such a newbie, but I guess we all have to start somewhere!
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On the Sky ICS thread (2 days ago) someone posted a link to a new version. U can probably search on xda / Google to find it or manually go back some pages. It is a .apk so you install it using astro file manager. Hope this helped.
Sent from my Skyrocket i727 running Sky ICS

Here is the new version. http://www.mediafire.com/?5wokm0nh8ym9vza
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gsxrchick said:
OK guys I am on 4.2F-6B...thanks for all the help! The smart stay app will not open and says the beta testing is over...any ideas how I can get this to work? Also the screen keeps flashing no front camera detected, however the front camera works when I go into the camera. Why would this be flashing on the screen?
Sorry to be such a newbie, but I guess we all have to start somewhere!
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As for saying no front camera I only saw that one time and it was when trying to open the smart stay beta when no longer available. Its nothing to worry about. If your front camera works then in the camera app there isn't anything to worry about. Its just a glitch
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Not enough storage?

Had anyone got this error before? Is there a fix? I got 7gb left of internal storage so this shouldn't be happening.
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Anyone?
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fr8cture said:
Anyone?
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You don't need to bump your post every hour because you haven't gotten an answer yet. Not everyone is on at the same time.
Far as a solution:
First, have you cleared the cache and data for the market app and you still get the same error?
Are you running a ROM - If so, did you dirty flash(just wipe cache and flash the zip) or did you do a full wipe?(factory reset + Davlik cache)
If not running a ROM try to clear your cache anyways via CWM or TWRP see if that helps.

Brian Gove said:
You don't need to bump your post every hour because you haven't gotten an answer yet. Not everyone is on at the same time.
Far as a solution:
First, have you cleared the cache and data for the market app and you still get the same error?
Are you running a ROM - If so, did you dirty flash(just wipe cache and flash the zip) or did you do a full wipe?(factory reset + Davlik cache)
If not running a ROM try to clear your cache anyways via CWM or TWRP see if that helps.
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I did everything except clear cache for market. How do i do that?

Go to 'Manage Apps' in settings then click the market. There you'll see four options; force stop, uninstall, clear data, clear cache. Clear the data and the cache. This will make you agree to the TOS again but may solve your problem.

Brian Gove said:
Go to 'Manage Apps' in settings then click the market. There you'll see four options; force stop, uninstall, clear data, clear cache. Clear the data and the cache. This will make you agree to the TOS again but may solve your problem.
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Nope didn't work :/

fr8cture said:
I did everything except clear cache for market. How do i do that?
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I think this is an option in most "cache cleaners"...atleast mine is showing the option.

are you rooted? on custom rom? need more info

luke1333 said:
are you rooted? on custom rom? need more info
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Yes im running Paranoid Android.
EDIT: The problem seems to happen with random apps.

fr8cture said:
Yes im running Paranoid Android.
EDIT: The problem seems to happen with random apps.
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try reinstalling rom and rewiping everything again?

Do you have a directory called "LOST.DIR" on your sdcard that's ridiculously big? If you do, you can delete it - it's essentially the 'Recycle Bin' of Linux.

Also, try removing ALL your google accounts from the phone then clearing the market cache like mentioned above and then add your google accounts back. This is a fix for a different market problem but may work on this one as well.

Brian Gove said:
Also, try removing ALL your google accounts from the phone then clearing the market cache like mentioned above and then add your google accounts back. This is a fix for a different market problem but may work on this one as well.
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tried it no success

I'm out of ideas then. Re-flash your ROM after doing a full wipe see if that fixes it. If not try a different or stock ROM.

Brian Gove said:
I'm out of ideas then. Re-flash your ROM after doing a full wipe see if that fixes it. If not try a different or stock ROM.
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Dang, i really dont wanna reflash.

Alright went to a backup i had of this rom and everything seems to be fine now, i installed KT Kernel last night and then today i had the problem. Do you think the kernel had something to do with it?

[Q] Everything on MIUI give me FC

Hi, recently, i installed a ME865 firmware into my MB865, and then, i installed the ME865 MIUI.
But, everything that i try to do, give me a force close.
For example, i try to delete a message, and 'Unfortunately, Messaging has stopped.'
Or, try to search my music, and again, fc.
Is there a solution? Or at least, the MB865 MIUI works ok?

brianmoyano said:
Hi, recently, i installed a ME865 firmware into my MB865, and then, i installed the ME865 MIUI.
But, everything that i try to do, give me a force close.
For example, i try to delete a message, and 'Unfortunately, Messaging has stopped.'
Or, try to search my music, and again, fc.
Is there a solution? Or at least, the MB865 MIUI works ok?
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Did you wipe data/factory reset and wipe dalvik cache before installing MIUI? If not, that might be your problem.. but, not sure if your MB to ME firmware change had anything to do with it.

Change the language from english to any other turn of screen then back on..then change it back to english
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alteredlikeness said:
Did you wipe data/factory reset and wipe dalvik cache before installing MIUI? If not, that might be your problem.. but, not sure if your MB to ME firmware change had anything to do with it.
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Yes, i did the wipes before and after installing MIUI.
devilhunter47 said:
Change the language from english to any other turn of screen then back on..then change it back to english
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Ok. I'll try this. Thx.

Updating Nova on LiquidSmooth ROM?

I hope this thread is in the right place since I can't post in the developer forum.
I'm running LS 2.5 I tried upgrading to Nova Launcher Prime but I keep getting errors when installing. I even tried installing the APK through a file explorer but it still gives me an error. I tried uninstalling Nova but it only uninstalls the updates. I'm guessing I can't uninstall it cause it's integrated into the ROM. I tried clearing the default launcher, cleared the cache, and nothing. Anyone know what I can do or am I just sol?

Go into system/app and delete nova from there.
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Addiso said:
Go into system/app and delete nova from there.
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Thanks!

cinco312 said:
Thanks!
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There's always the thanks button as well
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I have tried to do the same. First I can't find the uninstall option, Second there is disable button but that itself is disabled. So I tried to force stop it and tried to upgrade but it's not working. Can someone please help???
Thanks

angel4u said:
I have tried to do the same. First I can't find the uninstall option, Second there is disable button but that itself is disabled. So I tried to force stop it and tried to upgrade but it's not working. Can someone please help???
Thanks
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What I did was, first, use another Launcher and set it as default, I used Apex but use whatever you like. Then go into system/app and delete nova, clear your cache, reboot, then install nova prime. I did it when I posted this topic and did it again after I updated LS 2.7 and 2.8. Works every time.
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cinco312 said:
What I did was, first, use another Launcher and set it as default, I used Apex but use whatever you like. Then go into system/app and delete nova, clear your cache, reboot, then install nova prime. I did it when I posted this topic and did it again after I updated LS 2.7 and 2.8. Works every time.
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Thanks. Will give it a try...

Help
cinco312 said:
Then go into system/app and delete nova, clear your cache, reboot, then install nova prime
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Oh no , after reboot i stuck in liquid smooth start LOGO , i try install Nova Prime . . .i am idiot , I had to install another lanuncher first before reboot :crying:
Help please ? Can i Flash Launcher ? or what :crying:
PROBLEM SOLVED HERE for me HTC EVO3d.
Testing it. Uploading it in 1min
ADWLauncher_signed.zip
Don't forget to wipe cache + dalvik cache after
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1533648

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Kasp3rsky said:
Oh no , after reboot i stuck in liquid smooth start LOGO , i try install Nova Prime . . .i am idiot , I had to install another lanuncher first before reboot :crying:
Help please ? Can i Flash Launcher ? or what :crying:
PROBLEM SOLVED HERE for me HTC EVO3d.
Testing it. Uploading it in 1min
ADWLauncher_signed.zip
Don't forget to wipe cache + dalvik cache after
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1533648
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hai all, i've ephone e61 and i dont have custom recovery, so cant load any launcher. because deleted. i try to install this zip from my stock recovery, but not work. E:signature verification failed, installation aborted. help me please.

I can only advise this. While try. . . unless someone is able to tackle something else.
Find launcher that would work and not writing: Error message.
https://www.google.sk/#q=flash+launcher+zip+android+download&safe=off

No Phone App?

I just recently flashed 4.4 custom CM 11 ROM with a clean install, followed the instructions by updating the firmware, then flashing the ROM and GAPPS, then setting up the phone, then returning to recovery to flash the Kanged apps. There is no Phone app, though when I say "Ok, Google" and tell it to call a contact, it works, and asks what app to use by default (Phone, Skype). When the call began, no app opened, it was my home screen, though the call went through.
Is this a problem with the Kanged apps or what's up?
Edit: I just wiped cache and dalvik cache, re-flashed the PA Gapps [not the Kanged] and still no phone app. Can someone link me to the GApps they used that worked well? Maybe its just a faulty DL.

KingKj52 said:
I just recently flashed 4.4 custom CM 11 ROM with a clean install, followed the instructions by updating the firmware, then flashing the ROM and GAPPS, then setting up the phone, then returning to recovery to flash the Kanged apps. There is no Phone app, though when I say "Ok, Google" and tell it to call a contact, it works, and asks what app to use by default (Phone, Skype). When the call began, no app opened, it was my home screen, though the call went through.
Is this a problem with the Kanged apps or what's up?
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Its rare but did happen to me to on a few ...just wipe cache and dalvik cache and reflash PA Gapp again or if you're lazy just flash the google dialer.(phone app).

buhohitr said:
Its rare but did happen to me to on a few ...just wipe cache and dalvik cache and reflash PA Gapp again or if you're lazy just flash the google dialer.(phone app).
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So wipe cache and dalvik cache, then flash PA Gapps, then try the Kanged again? Okay ^^ Thanks.
Edit: I just wiped cache and dalvik cache, re-flashed the PA Gapps [not the Kanged] and still no phone app. Can someone link me to the GApps they used that worked well? Maybe its just a faulty DL.

KingKj52 said:
So wipe cache and dalvik cache, then flash PA Gapps, then try the Kanged again? Okay ^^ Thanks.
Edit: I just wiped cache and dalvik cache, re-flashed the PA Gapps [not the Kanged] and still no phone app. Can someone link me to the GApps they used that worked well? Maybe its just a faulty DL.
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For 4.4 kitkat:
http://mastamoon.truelinux.net/gapps/

buhohitr said:
For 4.4 kitkat: Edit: Link was here
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After wiping cache and dalvik cache and flashing the 20131230 gapps from the link provided... still no phone app. Any suggestions?

KingKj52 said:
After wiping cache and dalvik cache and flashing the 20131230 gapps from the link provided... still no phone app. Any suggestions?
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Give me the link where you download the cm11, I will take a look.
Also go into /systen/app and check to see if you have the phone app.

buhohitr said:
Give me the link where you download the cm11, I will take a look.
Also go into /systen/app and check to see if you have the phone app.
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Click ROM Downloads, Using the 12/25/2013 (uploaded the 26th) one, as it was said to be the most stable. If you know of a more stable release (I'm looking for working bluetooth and gps, messages and phone) let me know. I'll edit this after checking the system folder.
Edit: Under system/app/ there is a "TelephonyProvider.apk" that has the same picture the Phone App would have. Trying to open it prompts me with installing an update, titled "Phone/Messaging Storage". Attempting to install it gives no results, and just says it wasn't installed.

KingKj52 said:
Click ROM Downloads, Using the 12/25/2013 (uploaded the 26th) one, as it was said to be the most stable. If you know of a more stable release (I'm looking for working bluetooth and gps, messages and phone) let me know. I'll edit this after checking the system folder.
Edit: Under system/app/ there is a "TelephonyProvider.apk" that has the same picture the Phone App would have. Trying to open it prompts me with installing an update, titled "Phone/Messaging Storage". Attempting to install it gives no results, and just says it wasn't installed.
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OK, try this.
1)boot to recovery, wipe cache, dalvik cache, data and system
2) install http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23252070760973328 and install this gapp http://invisiblek.org/gapps/gapps-kk-20131208.zip
3) reboot phone, once phone is up, wait 5 mins before going into the app draw.

buhohitr said:
OK, try this.
1)boot to recovery, wipe cache, dalvik cache, data and system
2) install link here and install this gapp link here
3) reboot phone, once phone is up, wait 5 mins before going into the app draw.
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Ok, downloading the stuff now. While it downloads, where is the option to wipe system in CWM Touch? Its probably in a pretty obvious place and I just overlooked it, I haven't clean flashed a rom since my second one, the rest were just updates to CM. I'll post back when the process is done. Thanks for all the help so far!

buhohitr said:
OK, try this.
1)boot to recovery, wipe cache, dalvik cache, data and system
2) install and install this gapp
3) reboot phone, once phone is up, wait 5 mins before going into the app draw.
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I did a clean flash of the gapp and cm you linked me to, and my phone is stuck at a boot loop on the CM logo. I'm about to boot into recovery and attempt the process again.

KingKj52 said:
I did a clean flash of the gapp and cm you linked me to, and my phone is stuck at a boot loop on the CM logo. I'm about to boot into recovery and attempt the process again.
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Remember when you wipe system, it takes a while to boot up like 2-3 mins.

buhohitr said:
Remember when you wipe system, it takes a while to boot up like 2-3 mins.
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Yeah, it had been stuck and I actually failed to wipe system the first time. Did it this time around, and its booted up, with a phone app! The question I have for you now: Is flashing the "Kanged" apps worth it? What does it add? What does it break? I've seen some posts claiming it breaks things, I've seen others saying it works fine. What's your experience with it? Other than that, thanks a ton! Can't wait to get this buddy settled in!

KingKj52 said:
Yeah, it had been stuck and I actually failed to wipe system the first time. Did it this time around, and its booted up, with a phone app! The question I have for you now: Is flashing the "Kanged" apps worth it? What does it add? What does it break? I've seen some posts claiming it breaks things, I've seen others saying it works fine. What's your experience with it? Other than that, thanks a ton! Can't wait to get this buddy settled in!
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The Kanged gapp is fine, but the newer version, for some reasons it's not working well with some of the app. The one I gave you is pretty much ok with most of the rom. At the end they should be all the same function and the question is which one will work with most of the rom. There is no advantage from one to the others.

buhohitr said:
The Kanged gapp is fine, but the newer version, for some reasons it's not working well with some of the app. The one I gave you is pretty much ok with most of the rom. At the end they should be all the same function and the question is which one will work with most of the rom. There is no advantage from one to the others.
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Awesome haha. Is there anything I should know about KitKat that's different? So far, it seems more like a QoL update than a feature one ;p

KingKj52 said:
Awesome haha. Is there anything I should know about KitKat that's different? So far, it seems more like a QoL update than a feature one ;p
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Nope, The problem is CM, CM is trickly, it's a never ending upgrade/bugs...once you're in, issue never stop. LOL!

buhohitr said:
Nope, The problem is CM, CM is trickly, it's a never ending upgrade/bugs...once you're in, issue never stop. LOL!
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Yeah haha, that tends to be how CM is. Its been like that since my OG Droid days haha.
Quick question; do you know how to change what the icons on the lock screen redirect too? For example, making the music icon open Google Play Music, not Apollo, or the messages icon opening Hangouts, not Messages.

KingKj52 said:
Yeah haha, that tends to be how CM is. Its been like that since my OG Droid days haha.
Quick question; do you know how to change what the icons on the lock screen redirect too? For example, making the music icon open Google Play Music, not Apollo, or the messages icon opening Hangouts, not Messages.
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OK, I'm not on the rom that you're using, but if I remember correctly, it should be in settings->security-> slider targets and shortcuts -> enable the Eight slider targets then tab on slider targets, you will see the lock on your screen, hold down on the lock and slide to any position on the circle, an app menu should popup, here you can select what app you want to launch for the position. Repeat the same for other positions. You have up to 7 apps to launch from the lock screen, the last one is to unlock.

buhohitr said:
OK, I'm not on the rom that you're using, but if I remember correctly, it should be in settings->security-> slider targets and shortcuts -> enable the Eight slider targets then tab on slider targets, you will see the lock on your screen, hold down on the lock and slide to any position on the circle, an app menu should popup, here you can select what app you want to launch for the position. Repeat the same for other positions. You have up to 7 apps to launch from the lock screen, the last one is to unlock.
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Ah, I see. Sadly, there is no "slider targets and shortcuts" under security, but I'll keep looking myself haha. Thanks for all the help mate, appreciate it!
Edit: They put a seperate "lock screen" section hidden under interface. Nonetheless, it has been found! Thanks for the help!