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[Q] Flashing ROMs to rooted Atrix 2 running official 2.3.6

Hey Motorola Atrix 2sers!
You guys have a great device! I have a Samsung Infuse 4G but I'm working with my Dad's Motorola Atrix 2 on AT&T and he's running the newest official release of Gingerbread 2.3.6 from AT&T (OTA as I believed its called)
I just rooted it today using the one click method and I attained root completely fine. Superuser and a few other root-only apps work perfectly.
Now my Dad wants ICS on it and I have a few questions:
1) I can't find the ICS ROM leak though I've seen it mentioned multiple times. Can someone redirect me please?
I found a version of CM9 here (actually, it looks just like what I'm running on my Infuse) but I don't know if it's legit. (http://droidsans.com/node/80867) This link came from a thread started in the Development section in the forum here for this device (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1781177)
I'd prefer the official leak I keep seeing mentioned to this sketchier CM9 but I'd be fine using CM9 if it's verified to run smoothly. I need a ROM that is as functional for day to day use as possible; I am not, nor will I pretend to be, a developer (And by the way, I'd like to take this as a moment to thank all the developers that make these projects and modifications a reality. You guys rock)
2) I ran into a problem getting Clockwork as the recovery mode. I used a method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1346977) involving installing an app called Atrix 2 Bootstrapper and simply selecting the reboot recovery option while running the app. When I selected that option, the phone just rebooted normally.
From searching around, I think this has to do with the bootloader being locked, but I can only find a way to unlock the bootloader for the atrix 4G, and I don't wanna risk bricking since I'm working with the Atrix 2. (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1182871&highlight=automatic) Will this 4G method work?
3) Would I be OK just flashing this version of ICS (or any, ROM for that matter) onto the device through the stock Recovery mode? If I use the volume up/down & power button method, enter recovery, and press up/down volume again, I'm able to enter a form of Recovery that appears similar to Clockwork. Is this okay to use for flashing any ROM onto the device?
4) Would I need to flash the Google apps as well? Play store, maps...etx...If so, where could I find a package for them?
I realize it's a lot of super specific questions, and I apologize if they've been answered, but I've combed every relevant thread I could find.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!

1) Stay on 2.3.6 for now since we can't go back from ICS.
2)Atrix Bootstaper works fine just "bootstrap recovery" then "reboot recovery"
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3) no
4) no
Read the noob thread for detailed info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
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DemosZevasa said:
1) Stay on 2.3.6 for now since we can't go back from ICS.
2)Atrix Bootstaper works fine just "bootstrap recovery" then "reboot recovery"
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Thanks for the quick reply!
He really wants ICS, the question of going back isn't really an issue. But wouldn't I be able to return to stock with an FXZ (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650&highlight=clockwork+recovery) anyway?
Regarding the Bootstrapper: No, it did not work just fine. I tried it multiple times, but each time I selected "reboot recovery" it would just reboot normally.

DemosZevasa said:
3) no
4) no
Read the noob thread for detailed info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
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3 again) So I absolutely need CWM, huh? Sorry to be redundant, but it doesn't cooperate.
This is an Atrix 4G "noob thread" http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600
This is the Atrix 2 "noob thread" http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650&highlight=clockwork+recovery
I'm drawing only from the Atrix2 thread for HOW TOs, but I'm using the 4G thread for reference and information.

FXZ from ICS to GB will have a 99% chance of bricking. So if you mess up your are stuck.
CWM is best, check the development thread for CWM on boot thread.
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DemosZevasa said:
FXZ from ICS to GB will have a 99% chance of bricking. So if you mess up your are stuck.
CWM is best, check the development thread for CWM on boot thread.
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Thank you so much! I'll explain that to him. Do you recommend any good Gingerbread ROMs?
He's looking for a few key things:
-Toggles in the notification bar for things like WiFi, Data, Auto-Rotate
-WiFi Tethering (he just wants to be able to make a mobile hotspot)
-Integrated Screenshot function
By, the development thread for CWM on boot thread, did you mean this? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427007)
I really appreciate your guidance!

Rayk1080 said:
Thank you so much! I'll explain that to him. Do you recommend any good Gingerbread ROMs?
He's looking for a few key things:
-Toggles in the notification bar for things like WiFi, Data, Auto-Rotate
-WiFi Tethering (he just wants to be able to make a mobile hotspot)
-Integrated Screenshot function
By, the development thread for CWM on boot thread, did you mean this? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427007)
I really appreciate your guidance!
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I would go with SCV6
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I really like Romulus (development section) screenshot support is a ICS feature but you can get an app for that
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257
I meant that one.
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DemosZevasa said:
I really like Romulus (development section) screenshot support is a ICS feature but you can get an app for that
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257
I meant that one.
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Yeah, I have him using Screenshot ER Demo (he only uses free apps), but I expect he'll complain about the watermark. I personally think that app is perfect!
Couldn't find scv6, I found scv7, but that's ICS, isn't it? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1591790&highlight=scv6)
And doesn't this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) boot you into CWM on EVERY reboot? Don't I need to be able to normal boot, too?
I'm sorry if I'm dragging this out, I just want to be really thorough and I'm not experienced. I cannot thank you enough.

It will boot into recovery just select reboot and it will boot normally.
Scv6 is under V7 in the OP :thumbup:
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farshad525hou said:
I would go with SCV6
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LOL just realized you were a different person, farshad525hou.
Sorry for the confusion and thanks for the input! :good:
I think, based on what DemosZevasa was saying, I'll be avoiding ICS.

SC v6 is GB so try it its good too
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I thank you both so much, I'll consult with my Dad to give him his options (but I think he'll want Romulus), and I'll post back here when I'm done flashing to let you guys know! Both ROMs (scv6 and Romulus) provide the hotspot and toggles right?
I hope the CWM procedure is simpler than it looks. Looks dauntingly involved...
Thanks again!

Yes they both do. But Romulus is Odexed and SCv6 is Deodexed.
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Quick question while I use this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) to get CWM on every boot/reboot before I flash either ROM.
Since the Atrix Bootstrapper app isn't working for me, can I use the stock recovery mode I mentioned before to flash the PB Zip? It appears I have no way to get into Clockwork.

No stock wont install it. Idk why it isnt working...
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Rayk1080 said:
Quick question while I use this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) to get CWM on every boot/reboot before I flash either ROM.
Since the Atrix Bootstrapper app isn't working for me, can I use the stock recovery mode I mentioned before to flash the PB Zip? It appears I have no way to get into Clockwork.
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Are you sure your Dad's phone is an MB865, and not an ME865?
If it is an ME865 that might be why it is not working... most of the things in here have really been setup or tested on the MB865 for AT&T USA models, somethings work on other versions of the A2 but not everything.

jimbridgman said:
Are you sure your Dad's phone is an MB865, and not an ME865?
If it is an ME865 that might be why it is not working... most of the things in here have really been setup or tested on the MB865 for AT&T USA models, somethings work on other versions of the A2 but not everything.
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Thanks so much for the quick reply!
I'm absolutely certain my Dad's phone is the Motorola Atrix 2 on AT&T and I live in the U.S.
Is it because of the locked boot loader maybe? Maybe that's why the Atrix Bootsrapper app isn't working to get me into clockwork...?
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Best way to update??

Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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HHF2 said:
Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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I am the same way and would like to do it without going completely back to locked/un-rooted/stock. I was able to find a ROM that Scott just updated with the new VRALG7 from verizon here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1892670
This will apparently update your phone to the new baseband and leave you stock/rooted.
Hope this helps!

Yeah I read that, but there are some bugs. I wonder if anyone has tried a dirty flash?
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I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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Broadley1 said:
I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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Did you just wipe cache and dalvik cache or do a full wipe?
What I ended up doing was a full wipe and flashed CleanROM 2.5, which is based on the new VRLG7 updates. Then I flashed the new VRLG7 radio form here:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/34053-of...zon-sgs3-sch-i535-odin-or-recovery-flashable/
Titanium backup took care of restoring all of my apps and settings.

I am curious about this as well. I sent him a PM and will let you know if he replies.
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I sent him a PM and haven't heard back yet. I have read more on this and evidently, flashing on top will not update the framework? Does anyone else have any ideas?
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Sorry for the late reply. I just wiped cache I didn't wipe and factory reset and it works great
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HHF2 said:
I am curious about this as well. I sent him a PM and will let you know if he replies.
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I appreciate it!

HHF2 said:
Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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You could use Mobile Odin! This designed for people on the go.

Broadley1 said:
I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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You just want to make sure you don't accidentally lock your bootloader and reboot since you will get the Verizon unauthorized software message which is also fixable but..
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buhohitr said:
You could use Mobile Odin! This designed for people on the go.
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Okay, I purchased mobile Odin pro, what is the way that I need to do it? I have not seen a guide for that application. Also, will I lose everything on the phone and have to restore everything if I do it this way?
EDIT: I think I can probably wing mobile Odin, I can't find the new image file to flash. Does anyone know where to find it? I looked on Samsung updates . Com and couldn't find it.
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Can I ask why you guys want the update anyway? I'm also on stock/rooted/unlocked and all I did was freeze the apps called 'sdm' and 'fwupgrade' and there's no chance for it to update to the OTA. I hear all it has is dumbed down search and a Verizon remote-help sort of thing.

It blocks a security issue and is different framework from what I understand. I would lock the bootloader, unroot, OTA, and then redo everything but will not be around a computer until tomorrow at the best.
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HHF2 said:
It blocks a security issue and is different framework from what I understand. I would lock the bootloader, unroot, OTA, and then redo everything but will not be around a computer until tomorrow at the best.
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After reading the posts on Scott's CleanROM 2.5, that's what I am going to do this weekend. I will feel a lot better knowing I received the most up-to-date software from Samsung as the framework and then customize my phone the way I want. Plus, that's what a lot of the more experienced posters have been recommending, and for a noob like me, it would be dumb for me to not take their advice.
Thanks for getting back to me about the cache wiping question!

No worries, good luck!
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Looking for official Jelly Bean OTA file

My wife's phone received the official Jelly Bean OTA file yesterday and now her phone is totally FUBAR. I've factory reset it 3 times now and each time different things stop working. I'd like to get the official OTA file and re-apply and then factory reset it one more time. Does anyone have the file or a URL to download it?

swindelljd said:
My wife's phone received the official Jelly Bean OTA file yesterday and now her phone is totally FUBAR. I've factory reset it 3 times now and each time different things stop working. I'd like to get the official OTA file and re-apply and then factory reset it one more time. Does anyone have the file or a URL to download it?
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Here it is, section 5. It was stickied in the development thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28530394
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kintwofan said:
Here it is, section 5. It was stickied in the development thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28530394
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Thanks but those all look like they have been de-odexed or rooted. I was looking for the "virgin" OTA that comes straight from Verizon. I want to see if that makes the phone work again properly before adding in the variable of rooting it.

They are. You may want to look at section 5 of that guide again. The first download is the official ota
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kintwofan said:
They are. You may want to look at section 5 of that guide again. The first download is the official ota
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Ok thanks. I think I need my eyes checked too. Anyway, I downloaded it and applied it to my wife's phone. Still having the issues synching the Google contacts on the two accounts we use to store contacts. FWIW, I am wondering if VZW has pulled the update. My SG III was bugging me for since Friday to apply the JB OTA and has finally just stopped. My wife's phone on the other hand is totally non functional even after applying the full wipe version of JB.

[Q] Questions about rooting Verizon Galaxy S3

Hello all,
I have a couple questions regarding rooting my phone
i have a fully stock vrz sgs3 and the only thing ive done to it is loaded a different launcher (nova prime). i want to root my phone so that i can backup everything ive downloaded onto it (contacts, pictures, but most importantly EVERY app ive downloaded) and also slap a rom on there for some unique customizations (was thinking CM10).
I suppose my first question would be, in the process of rooting my phone, will it wipe any/all data and leave the phone like it was when i first open the box?
and if it doesn't, will i be able to backup everything with a backup app (and also which one would be highest on people's lists) before i start getting that rom on there and going nuts making my phone my own?
thank you very much for everyones time and help with this!
happy new year!
slainte!

If you use the one click root method(http://droidmodderx.com/galaxys3/?page_id=159) which by the way is way easier and faster than Odin, you won't lose any of your data, afterwards you will download Titanium backup to backup all of your apps, I'm not sure if there's another app out there but trust me this is the one EVERYONE uses and the best one. Then download EZ-recovery(from the app store) and install the custom recovery CWM using the app itself and download EZ-unlock 1.2 (http://rootzwiki.com/topic/32456-app-920-ez-unlock-14-easiest-way-to-unlock-your-bootloader/) since 1.4 is buggy, and press unlock to unlock the bootloader and then you can flash all the ROMs you want. You MUST have the bootloader unlock to flash custom ROMs/kernels and remember to always factory reset/wipe cache and dalvik and format system when flashing and don't ever flash a ROM from another carrier because it will brick your device.
Good luck.

I'm guessing you are on JB OTA right?
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If so here is the only method to root it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35418324
You woo not lose your data doing it. Also, as a friendly tip download triangle away because this root method will trip your flash counter. Also, I HIGHLY recommend not downloading or following guides from other sites besides here and root, and maybe a select other few. Seen way to many bricks by following random guides.
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Make sure you follow the root guide according to what software you are running. The ICS method does not work for Jellybean. Rooting will not wipe your data but flashing a ROM will. Just do a Nandroid backup in clock work mod (CWM) thats backs up your data with your ROM as well. You can download Titanium Backup to back up your apps. Sms backup will back up your txts and call logs.
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THEME: Magnum Cream

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I'm guessing you are on JB OTA right?
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If so here is the only method to root it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35418324
You woo not lose your data doing it. Also, as a friendly tip download triangle away because this root method will trip your flash counter. Also, I HIGHLY recommend not downloading or following guides from other sites besides here and root, and maybe a select other few. Seen way to many bricks by following random guides.
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Well put couldn't have said it better,
I would not jump right into an ASOP like CM10 for my first flash, you might want to start with a TouchWiz based rom like Clean rom first. AOSP roms in general take a few more steps to install and still have some occasional issues (data drops, getting stuck in roaming, and loosing IMEI (no data) any of which could lead to a day of anxiety and localized baldness (hair pulling)
I hope you know what your getting into.....You will never be satisfied with a stock rom again :laugh:

Wow! What great responses everyone!
Thanks all for the great advise and help!
I'll keep you guys posted... If I still can from my phone
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Look up droidmodderx on YouTube. He has extremely simple walk through for rooting
VZW GS3. EXECUTIONER 2.5

AegonTheDragon said:
If you use the one click root method which by the way is way easier and faster than Odin, you won't lose any of your data, afterwards you will download Titanium backup to backup all of your apps, I'm not sure if there's another app out there but trust me this is the one EVERYONE uses and the best one. Then download EZ-recovery(from the app store) and install the custom recovery CWM using the app itself and download EZ-unlock 1.2 since 1.4 is buggy, and press unlock to unlock the bootloader and then you can flash all the ROMs you want. You MUST have the bootloader unlock to flash custom ROMs/kernels and remember to always factory reset/wipe cache and dalvik and format system when flashing and don't ever flash a ROM from another carrier because it will brick your device.
Good luck.
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so i tried to do the root method you mention in the first part of your response, and it asked me if the uid and the gid are set to 0. there were not prompts for me to change the values of these id's so i assumed they were not set to 0 when the cmd asked me.
can you please advise on how to get these set to 0?
thank you!

Just check in the prompt, even if it's right it'll ask you, it'll say they're values in the prompt.
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Just check in the prompt, even if it's right it'll ask you, it'll say they're values in the prompt.
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i saw when it askes about testing the superuser and it should say the values of those two id's and some other lines as well, but in the prompt for me, it says /system/bin/sh: /system/xbin/su: not found
i have both the usb debugging set and unknown users selected.
not sure what the prob is
thanks

jdowell362 said:
i saw when it askes about testing the superuser and it should say the values of those two id's and some other lines as well, but in the prompt for me, it says /system/bin/sh: /system/xbin/su: not found
i have both the usb debugging set and unknown users selected.
not sure what the prob is
thanks
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Are you on jb or ics
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kintwofan said:
Are you on jb or ics
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im running jb 4.1.1

jdowell362 said:
im running jb 4.1.1
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Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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kintwofan said:
Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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ahhhhh roger that!
thanks again P

kintwofan said:
Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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ok i think this might be my last question P
i have gotten as far as flashing the vralec and the cwm md5's onto my phone and gotten into cwm and installed the bootloader and it went perfectly and now i just need to reboot and its asking me "rom may flash stock recovery on boot. fix?
do i select "no" or "yes, disable recovery flash"?
i would prefer not to wipe any data so im guessing i select "yes..."
thanks again

Select yes or you will have to redo everything
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Question
What is the difference between using the EZ-Bootloader or using Goomanager for TWRP?
I am not a fan of using apps just for the sake of it and having 3 of the same on my phone. I have seen people use Goomanager for TWRP, EZ-Bootloader and Rom Manager. All I want is one...so is there an advantage or disadvantage to using TWRP and uninstalling EZ-Boatloader?

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What is the difference between using the EZ-Bootloader or using Goomanager for TWRP?
I am not a fan of using apps just for the sake of it and having 3 of the same on my phone. I have seen people use Goomanager for TWRP, EZ-Bootloader and Rom Manager. All I want is one...so is there an advantage or disadvantage to using TWRP and uninstalling EZ-Boatloader?
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EZ-Recovery has the the old TWRP preloaded last I saw but can load latest on sd card and use the app to install it. Goo Manager downloads the latest TWRP directly and installs. Rom Manager is for CWM.
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kintwofan said:
Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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Mr. Robinsons Route 66 K3 version works fine also. Just unlock bootloader before recovery flash.

Thanks
That's what I wass thnking as well. I plan on uninstalling the EZ-Bootloader and press on with TWRP.
Thanks

Question on using the OTA update in Beans

Hey all,
Tried to post this in the beans thread but I apparently do not have enough posts, I usually lurk rather than post so I guess I'll have to change that.
I've been an avid flasher for a while and made the switch to beans with build 13, about a week before build 14 came out. I usually do a full wipe when installing a ROM, but it's a bit of a pain setting up various authenticators again.
I'm pretty sure if I OTA to build 15 that I won't have to set up everything again, but I'm worried that dirty flashing that way will cause issues.
Does anyone have any advice? I pretty much use this as my primary phone and don't want to put it out of commission by doing anything wrong.
Thanks.
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I always clean flash, because beans says so in the op.

Tedris said:
Hey all,
Tried to post this in the beans thread but I apparently do not have enough posts, I usually lurk rather than post so I guess I'll have to change that.
I've been an avid flasher for a while and made the switch to beans with build 13, about a week before build 14 came out. I usually do a full wipe when installing a ROM, but it's a bit of a pain setting up various authenticators again.
I'm pretty sure if I OTA to build 15 that I won't have to set up everything again, but I'm worried that dirty flashing that way will cause issues.
Does anyone have any advice? I pretty much use this as my primary phone and don't want to put it out of commission by doing anything wrong.
Thanks.
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Back up your apps and sms messages and do a dirty flash. If you have any problems do a clean install. A dirty flash wont brick your phone.

1kd said:
I always clean flash, because beans says so in the op.
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So it does, why have the OTA update at all if a wipe and install is recommended then?
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Tedris said:
So it does, why have the OTA update at all if a wipe and install is recommended then?
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Devs usually recommend a full wipe and flash. Having the OTA notification is a way to inform you there's a new build out.
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SlimSnoopOS said:
Devs usually recommend a full wipe and flash. Having the OTA notification is a way to inform you there's a new build out.
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Ah, that makes sense.
So anyway, I use Titanium Backup but despite following directions online, I always have to redo my authenticators, right now everything I'm using works off of the Google Authenticator app.
Is there a way for me to keep all the authentication information on the phone between flashes? Last time I went from CleanROM to Beans, it didn't work so well.
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