Advice for upgrading please. - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi
It's been a while since I've looked into this so would value your advice.
Nexus 5 running 4.4.2 rooted, unlocked and running Phil's touch recovery.
I've edited a couple of system files, build.prop & mixer_paths.XML to help with sound volumes. I have the original files still, if I can remember where they need copying back to..
The phone is now advising a software update to 4.4.3 is available.
What is the best way to do this, ideally keeping root etc.
Thanks. All help and advice is gratefully received.
Sent from my Nexus 7 (2013) KitKat 4.4.3

The best and easiest way to update to 4.4.3 safely is making a nandroid of your 4.4.2 and flashing a custom 4.4.3 ROM that has pre root and dirty install over 4.4.2
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Thanks.
I don't really want to run a custom ROM, I'd like to stick to rooted stock.
Any other options ?
Sorry if I've posted this in the wrong forum.
Sent from my Nexus 7 (2013) KitKat 4.4.3

albert_htc said:
Thanks.
I don't really want to run a custom ROM, I'd like to stick to rooted stock.
Any other options ?
Sorry if I've posted this in the wrong forum.
Sent from my Nexus 7 (2013) KitKat 4.4.3
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There is a 4.4.3 Stock ROM with SuperSU in the Android Development section. (The ROM is large also).

And for that you need to open new thread. It's sticky 4.4.3 questions or whatever goes there and no need for new thread! Sorry but next time read a little and respect comunity rules.
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Sorted.
Downloaded the stock rooted ROM and su.
Flashed both from recovery. No wiping.
And seems to be working fine.
Sent from my Nexus 7 (2013) KitKat 4.4.3

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Hello Everyone,
I am a new Android User, switched from Blackberry (had to use it for work for many reasons, employer requirement) . i have searched the forum for possible existing answer, could not find any.
i have just bought G2 At&t (D800) version from a previous owner, and it is unlocked by the previous owner. i have already rooted my device with custom recovery, it is Stock ROM 4.2.2 and software version 10o
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Q1 : if i flashed and upgraded to 4.4.2 using either D80220a - KOT49I or recovery friendly D80020c method, will that lock my unlocked phone? (i am using it on tmobile)
Q2 : is there is a significant difference between using D8022a and D80010d boot loader mentioned in kk upgrades candidates.
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cheers
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lingarajug said:
Right now there are many unforseen problems with updating g2 so stay away as long as you can
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I don't mind taking risks, my only main concern, will upgrading to stock based kitkat ROM and firmware lock my GSM again and be usable with AT&T ONLY. that is my main concern in the first question.
i know for a fact, that firmware originally is installed by the service provider and is separate from the locking mechanism. Most phones can be unbranded by reflashing a different firmware version. however, i am seeking reassurance from experts to confirm such knowledge
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chemotkbilo said:
Hello Everyone,
I am a new Android User, switched from Blackberry (had to use it for work for many reasons, employer requirement) . i have searched the forum for possible existing answer, could not find any.
i have just bought G2 At&t (D800) version from a previous owner, and it is unlocked by the previous owner. i have already rooted my device with custom recovery, it is Stock ROM 4.2.2 and software version 10o
my main two questions,
Q1 : if i flashed and upgraded to 4.4.2 using either D80220a - KOT49I or recovery friendly D80020c method, will that lock my unlocked phone? (i am using it on tmobile)
Q2 : is there is a significant difference between using D8022a and D80010d boot loader mentioned in kk upgrades candidates.
p.s. Since i am a new android user, but with enough backgrounds to be a developer. i will be starting to work on porting M8 sense 6 and contribute To the LG G2 Community. finally have jumped into the bandwagon hahaha. took me a long time lol ..
cheers
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If you are gonna flash kk I suggest you first downgrade to 10d and use Gary's method or upgrade via tot and then root/install custom recovery but I cannot assure that it will remained unlock as I have not encountered many people who unlock and flash custom roms
Sent from my LG-D800 running stock kk, rooted with philz using XDA app
XxZombiePikachu said:
If you are gonna flash kk I suggest you first downgrade to 10d and use Gary's method or upgrade via tot and then root/install custom recovery but I cannot assure that it will remained unlock as I have not encountered many people who unlock and flash custom roms
Sent from my LG-D800 running stock kk, rooted with philz using XDA app
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I see, i guess i will take the risk and re-update here. but will it matter a lot in term of FUNCTIONALITY. using international (AndroidUser00110001- power user edition) vs garyd9 method, excluding the removal of bloatware.
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chemotkbilo said:
I see, i guess i will take the risk and re-update here. but will it matter a lot in term of FUNCTIONALITY. using international (AndroidUser00110001- power user edition) vs garyd9 method, excluding the removal of bloatware.
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Well using androiduser's Rom is nice because of less bloat plus no ciq but I myself would not flash a Rom that changes the model number from d800 to d802 just because if it soft bricks it will be harder to restore via flash tool, which is why I opted and am a current user of Gary's Rom but I debloated it
Sent from my LG-D800 running stock kk, rooted with philz using XDA app
XxZombiePikachu said:
Well using androiduser's Rom is nice because of less bloat plus no ciq but I myself would not flash a Rom that changes the model number from d800 to d802 just because if it soft bricks it will be harder to restore via flash tool, which is why I opted and am a current user of Gary's Rom but I debloated it
Sent from my LG-D800 running stock kk, rooted with philz using XDA app
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my first thank you on this forum went to you . i will use gary's rom and the debloate it
going back to stock using TOT
chemotkbilo said:
I see, i guess i will take the risk and re-update here. but will it matter a lot in term of FUNCTIONALITY. using international (AndroidUser00110001- power user edition) vs garyd9 method, excluding the removal of bloatware.
thanks
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i have downgraded to 10d, and i can assure anyone, that it will not lock an unlocked phone. :victory:

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