Downgrading - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi!
Is it possible to downgrade from 5.1.1 to 4.4.4?
Thanks =)
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Yes, install 4.4.4 rom or flash factory image.

kirmr said:
Yes, install 4.4.4 rom or flash factory image.
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Downgrading is done with Odin too?
And is SamMobile a safe bet for roms/factory images?
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EvilKittyCupcake said:
Downgrading is done with Odin too?
And is SamMobile a safe bet for roms/factory images?
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Yes downgrading is done by Odin.all the Samsung firmware can be found on immobile so yes it is safe.
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https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images
Choose the one for Nexus 5 and extract it. Turn on in bootloader connect the phone to the PC and run flash all file. Wait for it to finish and you're in 4.4.4
With this process you'll lose all data.

EvilKittyCupcake said:
Downgrading is done with Odin too?
And is SamMobile a safe bet for roms/factory images?
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No, you're better off downloading the factory images the official google site.
Its not done with Odin:laugh::laugh:

nepalbiraj said:
Yes downgrading is done by Odin.all the Samsung firmware can be found on immobile so yes it is safe.
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Wrong forum?

Primokorn said:
Wrong forum?
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sorry I am new and didn't read the nexus part
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nepalbiraj said:
Yes downgrading is done by Odin.
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deelan_chan said:
Its not done with Odin:laugh::laugh:
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Ok haha XD
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kirmr said:
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images
Choose the one for Nexus 5 and extract it. Turn on in bootloader connect the phone to the PC and run flash all file. Wait for it to finish and you're in 4.4.4
With this process you'll lose all data.
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Thanks a bunch!
It looks complicated (well, for me!) but I will definitely give it a try =)
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EvilKittyCupcake said:
Thanks a bunch!
It looks complicated (well, for me!) but I will definitely give it a try =)
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Hopefully we have great tutorials on XDA http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/tutorial-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2513701

Primokorn said:
Hopefully we have great tutorials on XDA http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/tutorial-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2513701
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That is wonderful, thanks a bunch
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Primokorn said:
Hopefully we have great tutorials on XDA http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/tutorial-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2513701
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It did not work with the first method, so I tried the second one and it succeeded

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Fully stock ICS from aosp

Had a few requests for a fully stock build just as it come once build is finished so here it is.
This will replace your recovery if u flash it the way it is.
Does not contain boot loader. If needed I will upload a build that does.
http://irtehun.net/full_crespo-ota-eng.irtehun.zip
Here is a fully stock rooted version with recovery removed. Also has busy box installed
http://irtehun.net/full_crespo-ota-eng.irtehun-rooted.zip
GApps are Here
I am not responsible for any damage done if u flash this.
As always donations are always welcome.
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Rooted???
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Include bootloader?
Nexus S i9023 _ICS
Fully stock... as in... resets the phone to defaults. No root. Stock recovery. Everything.
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can this rom received OTA update (if any) from Google ??
minori_aoi said:
can this rom received OTA update (if any) from Google ??
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Quote....?
Nexus S i9023 _ICS
minori_aoi said:
can this rom received OTA update (if any) from Google ??
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not sure
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thegtfusion said:
Rooted???
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Not rooted but could easily be rooted.
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irtehun said:
Had a few requests for a fully stock build just as it come once build is finished so here it is.
This will replace your recovery if u flash it the way it is.
http://irtehun.net/full_crespo-ota-eng.irtehun.zip
I am not responsible for any damage done if u flash this.
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I was also one of the people who asked for your help. Thanks again, I'm eager to start making myself a ROM that fits my needs... In a week or so, damn exams Cheers
flodb113 said:
I was also one of the people who asked for your help. Thanks again, I'm eager to start making myself a ROM that fits my needs... In a week or so, damn exams Cheers
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Looking forward to it
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thegtfusion said:
Rooted???
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I'm getting ready to upload a fresh build that has root. Will be fully stock but with root and recovery crap removed
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flodb113 said:
I was also one of the people who asked for your help. Thanks again, I'm eager to start making myself a ROM that fits my needs... In a week or so, damn exams Cheers
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No problem glad I was able to help
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Posted rooted, busybox version with recovery removed.
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irtehun said:
I'm getting ready to upload a fresh build that has root. Will be fully stock but with root and recovery crap removed
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What I did regarding recovery was:
-deleted recovery folder
-deleted references in update-script
-flashed
All was fine with that.
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flodb113 said:
What I did regarding recovery was:
-deleted recovery folder
-deleted references in update-script
-flashed
All was fine with that.
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Yep that's all that's needed.
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irtehun said:
Yep that's all that's needed.
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Bummmmmmmmmmp
any gapps?
hyperyoung said:
any gapps?
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Here
Added GApps to OP
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irtehun said:
Added GApps to OP
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thanks this is a very good to have e fully AOSP with no radio ,bootloader.
so now do you will add some separated addons for it? :0

[Q] I need the stock firmware, and I'm confused with what I found.

So I hard bricked my S3. I've been following a tutorial to fix it.
I couldn't find a download for the stock Verizon firmware, but then I found a list of downloads on "StockROMS.net" I can't link it... Sorry.
Which one do I pick? I hope this isn't a stupid question... I've never had to do this before.
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23060877490001772
maerkmurphy said:
So I hard bricked my S3. I've been following a tutorial to fix it.
I couldn't find a download for the stock Verizon firmware, but then I found a list of downloads on "StockROMS.net" I can't link it... Sorry.
Which one do I pick? I hope this isn't a stupid question... I've never had to do this before.
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Hold on a second.
Before you flash anything tell us what version you were running. No reason to lock your bootloader if you weren't on 4.3.
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BadUsername said:
Hold on a second.
Before you flash anything tell us what version you were running. No reason to lock your bootloader if you weren't on 4.3.
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Do you mean like what did my phone come with? I had 4.1.2. I bricked it when I flashed the International version of PA instead of the Verizon version.
maerkmurphy said:
Do you mean like what did my phone come with? I had 4.1.2. I bricked it when I flashed the International version of PA instead of the Verizon version.
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OK, you probably hard bricked it, can't get into download mode right?
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BadUsername said:
OK, you probably hard bricked it, can't get into download mode right?
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Nope. The tutorial that I found on YouTube involved a 16 gig class 10 micro SD card. The thing is I don't have one yet. So I've been downloading all the files I need so when I get one I'll be ready.
ProtheusIRC said:
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---------- Post added at 09:23 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:22 PM ----------
That is official stock. Boot to download mode. Flash through PDA with ODIN.
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What version of Android is that?
maerkmurphy said:
Nope. The tutorial that I found on YouTube involved a 16 gig class 10 micro SD card. The thing is I don't have one yet. So I've been downloading all the files I need so when I get one I'll be ready.
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That's the tutorial you need.
Do you need a link to the thread? I think it's linked in the YouTube video.
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Yea I kind of jump the gun and assumed you were on 4.3. That is a stock 4.3 firmware file. If you flash it, it will lock your boot loader.
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maerkmurphy said:
What version of Android is that?
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The one linked is the 4.3 version. You can't flash it anyway. Just follow that thread and it'll work for you. Or you can Jtag it for $30 or so.
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I updated my post with the 4.1.2 firmware. Confirm that it is VRBMF1. Sorry again mate.
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ProtheusIRC said:
I updated my post with the 4.1.2 firmware. Confirm that it is VRBMF1. Sorry again mate.
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No reason to be sorry, thanks for helping.
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ProtheusIRC said:
Yea I kind of jump the gun and assumed you were on 4.3. That is a stock 4.3 firmware file. If you flash it, it will lock your boot loader.
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Do you know I could find the stock 4.1.2 firmware?
maerkmurphy said:
Do you know I could find the stock 4.1.2 firmware?
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MF1 firmware
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23134718111254196
Did you already try a USB jig?
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Verizon Stock ROM/nandroid

Hey guys. I was wondering if anybody had the stock ROM or a nandroid of the stock ROM with everything in tact. I foolishly forgot to make a nandroid of it before flashing Viper one. Any help would be appreciated!
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StarfishP said:
I foolishly forgot to make a nandroid of it before flashing Viper one. Any help would be appreciated!
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That really sucks. Bet you won't make that mistake again, lol, as it should always be done before flashing anything.
I haven't received mine yet so I can't help you at this time, but even then, if someone else would do it it would be a nandroid and would still contain all of their personal info so I don't know how much luck you'll have. A nandroid could probably be created after doing a factory data reset.
Which carrier and what custom recovery did you use?
Yeah I realized it's hard to ask due to it being a nandroid with personal info. I'm currently using the Verizon m8 with Twrp as my recovery.
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Here is a cwm backup posted earlier.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2714438
What recovery are you on?
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krazie1 said:
What recovery are you on?
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I'm using twrp
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StarfishP said:
I'm using twrp
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I can upload my backup that I mss with twrp if you like
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krazie1 said:
I can upload my backup that I mss with twrp if you like
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If you could do that it would be great! I feel like you're saving my life right now :laugh:
StarfishP said:
If you could do that it would be great! I feel like you're saving my life right now :laugh:
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I'll get the upload started, any place you want to download it from? I have mediafire, devhost, mega or googledrive accounts.
krazie1 said:
I'll get the upload started, any place you want to download it from? I have mediafire, devhost, mega or googledrive accounts.
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Google drive would be perfect
StarfishP said:
Google drive would be perfect
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34% Uploading.....the file is going to be 1.6Gb
krazie1 said:
34% Uploading.....the file is going to be 1.6Gb
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Thank you again. I don't know what I can do to thank you!
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StarfishP said:
Thank you again. I don't know what I can do to thank you!
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Here you go sir, Stock M8 4.4.2 Backup
EDIT: Fixed https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3XN6dMVYydQelB1MGtVSl9CcGs/edit?usp=sharing
krazie1 said:
Here you go sir, Stock M8 4.4.2 Backup
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3XN6dMVYydQelB1MGtVSl9CcGs/edit
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Yes! You're the best!
StarfishP said:
Yes! You're the best!
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Try both links let me know which one works
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krazie1 said:
Here you go sir, Stock M8 4.4.2 Backup
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3XN6dMVYydQelB1MGtVSl9CcGs/edit
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3XN6dMVYydQelB1MGtVSl9CcGs/edit?usp=sharing
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I sent a request asking for permission to access this as well.
krazie1 said:
Try both links let me know which one works
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Seems like I need your permission to access the files
adavit said:
I sent a request asking for permission to access this as well.
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StarfishP said:
Seems like I need your permission to access the files
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You can tell I don't really know how to use Google drive
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krazie1 said:
Try this
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3XN6dMVYydQelB1MGtVSl9CcGs/edit?usp=docslist_api
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It's still asking for permission. I know that with drive there's an option to make it a public link under the share options.
StarfishP said:
It's still asking for permission. I know that with drive there's an option to make it a public link under the share options.
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I found it thanks, try now

How to update Bootloader?

Im trying to flash CM Rom but i think that my bootloader need to be updated, can somebody help me to do it pls
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juancaperez2000 said:
Im trying to flash CM Rom but i think that my bootloader need to be updated, can somebody help me to do it pls
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51593422&postcount=5
Thank @Hammer_Of_The_Gods for that.
GUGUITOMTG4 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51593422&postcount=5
Thank @Hammer_Of_The_Gods for that.
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Thanks for ur help
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Little Big Problem (WIPED OS)

So hello XDA, i accidentally my whole nexus 5, so there is no OS on it :highfive: and now i dont know what to do, the only thing that i have TWRP 2.7.1.1 installed, and i want to resotre and install 4.4.4 again so please give me suggestions what should i do :angel: i would be very grateful
adb push or adb sideload or USB OTG flash ROM to your phone
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rootSU said:
adb push or adb sideload or USB OTG flash ROM to your phone
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Need more details, ADB Sideload is running what now ?
Its an option in recovery. Or adb push to sdcard. You should know all this
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rootSU said:
Its an option in recovery. Or adb push to sdcard. You should know all this
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But i am really new to android
This is all info you learn before rooting. Read guides in my signature.
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rootSU said:
This is all info you learn before rooting. Read guides in my signature.
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Okey, thanks alot i mean really thank because you told me things i dont knew, so really thanks, i am watching som wideos "tutorials" etc.. :good:
PogoPie said:
Okey, thanks alot i mean really thank because you told me things i dont knew, so really thanks, i am watching som wideos "tutorials" etc.. :good:
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If you have any problems ,write here so I could help you ,happened to me twice or three times
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blinqipa said:
If you have any problems ,write here so I could help you ,happened to me twice or three times
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Its simple.
Go through my signature. Install fastboot and adb. Then install naked drivers.
Boot recovery
adb push c:\rom.zip /sdcard
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blinqipa said:
If you have any problems ,write here so I could help you ,happened to me twice or three times
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okey, now i have installed AOKP Rom but there is not google services, no google play, etc...
i forgot about gapps
PogoPie said:
okey, now i have installed AOKP Rom but there is not google services, no google play, etc...
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You have to flash a gapps package.
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Great ,seems like everything is OK here
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Everything done !! :good:

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