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[Q] Eagles Blood CM9 to AOSP question

I am running Eagles Blood CM9. If I switch over to EGB AOSP will the "Backup and Reset" --> "Backup my data" and "Automatic Restore" features that are included in CM9 be available in AOSP?
I guess I am wondering if I have to reinstall apps manually or not?
Thanks,
-John

When switching ROMs like that you should: ** In CWM
(You must do this so no bugs are created.)
1. Wipe data
2. Wipe cache and dalvik cache
3. Install rom
4. Install latest GApps(4/29/12)
This will wipe all your apps, which you will have to reinstall by going to the Play Store>Menu>My apps>swipe over, and there it will have all your apps. You'll have to do that if the play store doesn't automatically start downloading them. But, if you use titanium backup, you can try that, but I've read that it causes problems.
Lastly, you can dirty flash(don't wipe data, only cache and dalvik cache), but this will most likely cause bugs that aren't because of the rom. So, from coming from the Eaglsblood ICS to their AOSP ics build, do the first instructions to be safe.
Sent from my LG-P999 using XDA

noahk423 said:
When switching ROMs like that you should: ** In CWM
(You must do this so no bugs are created.)
1. Wipe data
2. Wipe cache and dalvik cache
3. Install rom
4. Install latest GApps(4/29/12)
This will wipe all your apps, which you will have to reinstall by going to the Play Store>Menu>My apps>swipe over, and there it will have all your apps. You'll have to do that if the play store doesn't automatically start downloading them. But, if you use titanium backup, you can try that, but I've read that it causes problems.
Lastly, you can dirty flash(don't wipe data, only cache and dalvik cache), but this will most likely cause bugs that aren't because of the rom. So, from coming from the Eaglsblood ICS to their AOSP ics build, do the first instructions to be safe.
Sent from my LG-P999 using XDA
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I have had no problems with Titanium Backup. The only thing is that you must make sure to backup apps right before you flash.

Phone rebooting

I recently upgraded my phone from HTC Sense 3.0 to 3.5.
I did so using the following:
Code:
Energy_2.6.2012.Sensation.Sense.3.5
Now, everything is working fine except for one tiny little thing.
It reboots randomly.
Any ideas?

what the development thread for that particular ROM says? Does other users experience the same?
did you follow all instructions for flashing the ROM?
Open post for thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1226564
[ROM][ICS] |June 24| Energy™ -.¸¸.·´¯ Sense / ICS / Blue / Tweaks ¯´·.¸¸. -
How to Flash this ROM:
- Root your device
- Install a custom recovery
- Install the downloaded ROM .zip found in post #3
- Make sure to do a Factory Reset / Wipe before installing ROM
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zieglercol said:
what the development thread for that particular ROM says? Does other users experience the same?
did you follow all instructions for flashing the ROM?
Open post for thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1226564
[ROM][ICS] |June 24| Energy™ -.¸¸.·´¯ Sense / ICS / Blue / Tweaks ¯´·.¸¸. -
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I didn't factory reset it before installing it. Do you reckon I should factory reset and reinstall?

this is what the dev recommends for his ROM, not me (of course, if the ROM you are using is the same I referred to)
a) it would help if the ROM is not buggy itself
b) if to ask me? I wipe all partitions except SD card, and it works for me (factory reset is precaution)
p.s.also be sure to have the same firmware the dev is recommending.

zieglercol said:
this is what the dev recommends for his ROM, not me (of course, if the ROM you are using is the same I referred to)
a) it would help if the ROM is not buggy itself
b) if to ask me? I wipe all partitions except SD card, and it works for me (factory reset is precaution)
p.s.also be sure to have the same firmware the dev is recommending.
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I'm using the older ROM.
Code:
Gingerbread 2.3.5 ROM with Sense 3.5 !
How would I know if it's the ROM that is causing it?
Partitions? I don't think there are any.

where did you get that ROM in the first place?
I tried to search for the original thread, but couldn't locate it
about partitions - what kind of recovery tool are you using - ClockWordMod?
there are several partitions you can format manually - system, dalvik, cache

zieglercol said:
where did you get that ROM in the first place?
I tried to search for the original thread, but couldn't locate it
about partitions - what kind of recovery tool are you using - ClockWordMod?
there are several partitions you can format manually - system, dalvik, cache
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22736439&postcount=3
There's the download link for it. It's in the same thread.
I'm using clockworkmod, yes.

So, from the same thread -
General rule of thumb before flashing:
- Unless specified, you don't need to Superwipe.
- However, before flashing, boot to recovery - wipe cache. Advanced - wipe dalvik. Now flash the new NRGZ Rom.
- Problems? Goto Settings - applications - HTC Sense - Wipe Data
- Still problems? Superwipe, as explained in FAQ 10.
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FAQ 10
Q10: I was on stock (or another rom from another cook) and I flashed NRGZ ROM, now I am having some problems.
A:
1. Try rebooting the Phone and see if it makes a difference.
2. Reboot into recovery and clear cache and dalvik, reboot the phone and clear data of the apps causing problem.
3. If nothing else works, “SUPERWIPE”. Beware: A superwipe/ full wipe will erase EVERYTHING on the phone. EVERYTHING! So, be sure to backup what you want.
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SuperWipe is flashable zip from CWM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16321299&postcount=1784
if you cared about your sms, call logs, contacts, apps and settings make a backup. if not - then just wipe and install the ROM

zieglercol said:
So, from the same thread -
FAQ 10
SuperWipe is flashable zip from CWM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16321299&postcount=1784
if you cared about your sms, call logs, contacts, apps and settings make a backup. if not - then just wipe and install the ROM
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All I care about are my contacts. And they are stored on Googles Servers

(same preference as for me..)
then go ahead and report back

zieglercol said:
(same preference as for me..)
then go ahead and report back
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The re-installation is complete. Now we play the waiting game and see if it's shutting down.
Well it's been about an hour now and it has not shut down yet.
Seems like it worked!

Okay, now this is just ****ing weird. It didn't restart itself in like forever. And then when I went to bed it instantly restarted itself.
Now, I've restored the phone 3 or 4 times(I've had several restore points). But it's still restarting randomly.
I'm just really confused right now.
At this moment my phone is not currently on any new ROM.

I have now reinstalled my phone with ics. It's been running now for 12 hours without restarting. So I'm guessing It's fixed.

Just make sure you wipe everything before flashing

Need steps for CM9 Build 8

I have few doubts regarding installation and operating CM9. Currently, I'm on JaggyROM 3.
Q1.
- Copy GApps and CM9 ZIPs to your SDCard
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I need 20120429.zip for CM9 #8, right?
Q2.
- Flash CM9 zip from SDCard
- Flash GApps zip from SDCard
- DO A DATA WIPE / FACTORY RESET (otherwise your device will be stuck at boot)
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Is this actual order of steps? Cause afaik, we have to first do the reset/wipe & then apply update. And in which order should I apply the CM9 & GApps? or any order is OK?
Q3.
- Don't restore data using Titanium Backup! they might cause FC's
- Restoring Apps + Data might cause problems and is not recommended, avoid it if possible!
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This is THE most important question. How should I restore data?
Will it be OK if I installed ONLY APPS first with help of an installer and then used Titanium to restore data?
Can't wait to install this wonderful ROM.
Thanks.

I used this steps without a problem.
1. Download and copy rom to sdcard
2. Boot/Reboot into CWM
3. Backup your existing ROM (just in case)
4. Wipe Data/Factory Reset
5. Goto mounts/storage, mount cache, data, system
6. Format boot, cache, data, system, advanced menu dalvik
7. Install zip from sdcard, choose zip from sdcard, choose "cm-9-20121102-UNOFFICIAL-pico.zip"
8. Wait for it to install, when finished reboot, wait until on homescreen, leave to settle for afew minutes then reboot again
9. Flash gapp
Those are instructions for installing a clean stock cyanogen rom.
-from liverpool-fan
and this is the CM9#8 filename cm-9-20121004-UNOFFICIAL-pico.zip

Actually, I am confused about GApp file name.
And should I install apps in two steps? First only apps and then the app data?

BatsDroid said:
Actually, I am confused about GApp file name.
And should I install apps in two steps? First only apps and then the app data?
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Why are you confused with gapps file name? Just install apps like normal apps

bluerain28 said:
Why are you confused with gapps file name? Just install apps like normal apps
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because there are so many of them.

BatsDroid said:
because there are so many of them.
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Ohhh just choose the one in the "table". :silly:

cm9 build 8
bluerain28 said:
Ohhh just choose the one in the "table". :silly:
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I just want to know did camera works fine on cmp build 8 also video recording? on cm9 mod link2sd does not make 2nd partation. Is link2sd works fine on cm9 build 8 rom?

[Q] [4.2.2]Slim Bean build 3: About install

I'm on Build 2, and for installation of Build 3, they say:
How to install SlimBean 4.2.2 build 3
For Most Users:
Download 4.2.2 from here
Addons from here
!recommended! Full wipe, and manual format /system
Flash device 4.2.2 AND the addons you want, reboot
For advanced Users:
Download 4.2.2 from here
Addons from here
wipe cache and dalvic
Flash device 4.2.2 AND the addons you want, reboot
From another 4.2.2 ROM
Reboot to recovery
Full wipe, and manual format /system
Flash ROM zip
Addons from here
Reboot
But how about the previous Build ?
For Build1 -> Build2, I didn't wipe or anything else. It went good. But I don't know if that's the proper way to do it. (I met some gmail crashes since, related ?)
(Sorry for my bad english, and for the possible wrong choice of category, I can't post in the dev section because I'm new to XDA's forums)
Thanks !:fingers-crossed:

A dirty flash should be fine since many aosp roms have an updater script. I never wipe whenever I'm coming from a previous build of the same rom. just follow the instructions for advance users. If you run into any problems then follow instructions for most users.

i would go with the " For Most Users " option as most users would be coming from build 2 or build 2.5 .. i also would recommend a full wipe , even though its not required i have found to have the best experience & fastest speed on my device by backing up and doing a full wipe so as to have a fresh install on the device.

I'd recommend a clean install because you don't want any problems after a dirty flash

Thanks for you replies !
By doing a full wipe I'll lose all my apps and their data. So if I use (my common way these days) Carbon for this, for "copying" apps and data, even if I did a full wipe, that's not a fresh and clean install at the end , isn't it ?

IlyesDaoudi said:
Thanks for you replies !
By doing a full wipe I'll lose all my apps and their data. So if I use (my common way these days) Carbon for this, for "copying" apps and data, even if I did a full wipe, that's not a fresh and clean install at the end , isn't it ?
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Just use free version of titanium backup so when u reinstall the apps the data will be put back.
Just make sure u backup the Google stuff before u wipe and flash.
Vs Nexus S4G using tapatalk2

To answer your question, restoring your data would not be considered clean, but if it works, it works.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk 2

[Q] Flashing SlimKat & some general questions

Hi everyone!
I have three questions.
1. a) The installation instruction on slimroms.net says you should do system partition wipe as well in addition to normal TWRP wipe. I used to do normal TWRP wipe only when I flashed SlimBean, and it worked (maybe not since it got bricked). Wiping system is actually necessary?
b) When you update the ROM, do you have to do full wipe again? Or can I just flash the ROM zip file after erasing cache/dalvik? I have long been curious about this since the first instruction always has this phrase: 'if you are coming from a different ROM'.
2. Is there a simpler way than using TitaniumBackup after flashing?
3. Do I need to flash updateSU zip file every time I flash the ROM?
Thank you in advance!

ericjslee said:
Hi everyone!
I have three questions.
1. a) The installation instruction on slimroms.net says you should do system partition wipe as well in addition to normal TWRP wipe. I used to do normal TWRP wipe only when I flashed SlimBean, and it worked (maybe not since it got bricked). Wiping system is actually necessary?
b) When you update the ROM, do you have to do full wipe again? Or can I just flash the ROM zip file after erasing cache/dalvik? I have long been curious about this since the first instruction always has this phrase: 'if you are coming from a different ROM'.
2. Is there a simpler way than using TitaniumBackup after flashing?
3. Do I need to flash updateSU zip file every time I flash the ROM?
Thank you in advance!
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1.a. In TWRP > Wipe menu > You have an option to wipe the system partition so you just have to check it. Before doing this make sure that the option -rm is checked in TWRP settings.
1.b. Only wipe cache and dalvik cache for an update.
2. TB is one of the best apps to restore apps & data. You can also create a flashable zip to restore your backup.
3. Yes as long as SuperSU isn't fully implemented in the rom.

Primokorn said:
1.a. In TWRP > Wipe menu > You have an option to wipe the system partition so you just have to check it. Before doing this make sure that the option -rm is checked in TWRP settings.
1.b. Only wipe cache and dalvik cache for an update.
2. TB is the on of the best apps to restore apps & data. You can also create a flashable zip to restore your backup.
3. Yes as long as SuperSU isn't fully implemented in the rom.
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Thanks!!

Primokorn said:
1.a. In TWRP > Wipe menu > You have an option to wipe the system partition so you just have to check it. Before doing this make sure that the option -rm is checked in TWRP settings.
1.b. Only wipe cache and dalvik cache for an update.
2. TB is one of the best apps to restore apps & data. You can also create a flashable zip to restore your backup.
3. Yes as long as SuperSU isn't fully implemented in the rom.
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Another question:
I flashed franco on SlimKat ROM. So, do I need to do full wipe when I update the ROM?
Or can I erase cache/dalvik > flash ROM > gapps > franco > SuperSU?

ericjslee said:
Another question:
I flashed franco on SlimKat ROM. So, do I need to do full wipe when I update the ROM?
Or can I erase cache/dalvik > flash ROM > gapps > franco > SuperSU?
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No. Wipe cache and dalvik is enough for an update so "cache/dalvik > flash ROM > gapps > franco > SuperSU" is correct.
I'm not sure for SlimKat but with some ROMs you don't need to flash GApps at each update.

Primokorn said:
No. Wipe cache and dalvik is enough for an update so "cache/dalvik > flash ROM > gapps > franco > SuperSU" is correct.
I'm not sure for SlimKat but with some ROMs you don't need to flash GApps at each update.
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That's good. I don't know why formatting cache takes so long with Nexus 5. I'm always stuck at "Formatting Cache using make_ext4fs function" for a minute or two. This didn't happen with my Galaxy Nexus.

ericjslee said:
That's good. I don't know why formatting cache takes so long with Nexus 5. I'm always stuck at "Formatting Cache using make_ext4fs function" for amount a minute or two. This didn't happen with my Galaxy Nexus.
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TWRP has been updated to v2.6.3.4.
Wiping cache, system... doesn't take a long time now

Primokorn said:
TWRP has been updated to v2.6.3.4.
Wiping cache, system... doesn't take a long time now
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Sorry for bothering you with similar questions, but I just wanted to make sure! When I change the kernel from franco to Trinity, I erase cache/dalvik and just flash Trinity, right? Only when I want to try out another ROM, I need to full wipe? Thanks.

ericjslee said:
Sorry for bothering you with similar questions, but I just wanted to make sure! When I change the kernel from franco to Trinity, I erase cache/dalvik and just flash Trinity, right? Only when I want to try out another ROM, I need to full wipe? Thanks.
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If you didn't modify the rom=> you can flash a custom kernel WITHOUT any wipe
If you already change the kernel => you have to dirty flash your current rom (no wipe) then flash another custom kernel
If you want to try another rom => you have to full wipe: data+cache+dalvik+system