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[Galaxy S II General] BeatnikBandit:
Thanks for the post I am A COMPLETE NEWBIE with roms and android itself I just got my first android fhone (first smartphone too no fruit for me) A Samsung Galaxy S3 and Although their are some roms made already for this device most of the good ones are still in development (afaik I dont really know the best roms anyway and what roms will be wither ported or created for the s3 I will hope (not assume) that thier will be as many as for the S2.

In all I thank you as the only method i knew (or was told read about) was to simply restore the data part of your CWR or a nandorid Backup.

Doing this always resulted in roms not loading or sometimes even boot looping. (it looped once trying a Cyanogen M2 build) I took out the battery and as i put it back i held down (vol up home and juct in case power too) luckily it booted up CWR (Of which i have version 6.12. something like that I forget exactly the version) I have yet to try the new touch interface IDK if its worth it?

In all I have never been able to load a backup of my contacts (most things can be easily fixed like apps and such but contacts VERY IMPORTANT) Now hopefully i will be able to also get back apps and app settings i would have to manually reinstall.

Sorry for the long post But I just wanted to tell of my situation and to truly give my gratitude as anyone can simply type "THANKS" i feel a real post a is more meaningful Thank You.
[Galaxy S II General] computercommuter:
Thank you for the helpful guide :)
[Galaxy S II General] Mulholland Drive:
Nice guide, how would you proceed to backup / restore from GB rom onto JB rom?
[Galaxy S II General] naluca:
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thanks:good:
[Galaxy S II General] schtiven:
Thanks for this wonderful little guide!

I tried using titanium backup before but it didnt owkr.. I will try this if I want to try a new rom in the future! have a good day
[Galaxy S II General] Azpunter:
Thanks for the guide. I usually reinstall all the apps, one at a time, via ES FIle manager / Root FIle Explorer. I have tried restoring Titanium Root backups but it doesn't always work with new ROM versions (i.e. from GB -> ICS or ICS -> JB) . I'll definitely give this guide a shot the next round I flash my ROM
[Galaxy S II General] muzzyx:
I would avoid doing backups on Rom manager. The safest way is CWM Recovery.
[Galaxy S II General] Mcalan:
Very helpful guide, thanks.

Keep up the good work.
[Galaxy S II General] smallguy6:
vey helpful for me ..thanks a lot
[Galaxy S II General] mtmccox:
Hello,

I backed up my ROM with ROM manager but Apps Extractor isn't able to extract back my SMS messages. Also contacts are not complete, I think it was restored just from google account. Is there any other application I can use to get it back?

My phone is SE LWW, and my new rom is this: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1832308

Thanks

//: I'm gonna try Nandroid Browser and Rom Toolbox now, but any tip is strongly appreciated.
[Galaxy S II General] sickley:
If you havent paid for the pro key for titanium backup yet you should probably do it!

It's basically a one stop backup now. You can now create a flashable update.zip from your backups to run after you finish your rom installation (must reboot into the rom before flashing it), as well as backup various things like sms, call logs, wallpapers, etc.
[Galaxy S II General] Kevgretor:
Really a nice guide! Thanks
[Galaxy S II General] .LEONARDO.:
How to backup obb files with Titanium Backup?

Hello, I have Titanium Backup PRO and I usually back up entire applications including all external data, especially big games, so if I need to restore, would not need to download a lot of data again.

However, I have had problems with some games like Asphalt 7 and Modern Combat 3. Even if the first has 1.16 GB of data and the second 1.35 GB installed, when I backup them the size of it is less than 100mb. TB is already configured to backup all external data and no size limitation. I noticed that unlike the other games, these that are not doing the full backup saves their large package of data as a Obb file.

Therefore, If possible, I would like to know how to do a full backup of these games including all external data (especially Obb ) with Titanium Backup...

Thanks!
[Galaxy S II General] kiler_pl:
Nandroid Backup

I recommend you Nandroid Backup

fast and stable

it's possible to do something diffrent while the processing is on

the program must have busybox installed to work, otherwise it keeps telling your script ist not validated
[Galaxy S II General] sir adem:
thanks man for this thread
[Galaxy S II General] vinodhkanna:
Before starting backup process you have to setup your gmail account on your mobile.

We can backup our contacts using our own mobile and sharing with gmail.

click Contacts -> menu -> import/exports -> share -> gmail -> you contacts will be stored as Vcf format

and it will directed us to our mail box. So, there we can send mail to our own mail id.

So, the contacts will be mailed to our mail box.

Backup of our contacts will be finished..
[Galaxy S II General] ALeghari:
i must say , very helpful post !!
[Galaxy S II General] nomisch:
thanks a lot. That was very useful.
[Galaxy S II General] kurtph1969:
Hi,

Is there a way to restore an app which is a free download but you then have to pay for with getjar? When I restored it with TiBu it says I have to pay again through getjar. (App is gosms wp8 popup theme). Thanks
[Galaxy S II General] King_Rat:
Thanks [MENTION=253123]Hulk[/MENTION] for guide...

I agree that Rom Manager will cause problems on the S2 (Int variety)...

Gave me issues when I first got my S2...

With the many different roms/builds around I'd stay away from TB... most 4.2.2 rom devs recommend not using TB...

backing up texts... I've never quite understood :p if it's that important - it would be copied & pasted to your calendar/note pad/contacts etc. :confused:

Here's how I do it... all based on K.I.S.S :silly:

Root Explorer - copy apps from /data/app & -=or=- /system/app & paste them to SD (Int/Ext)...

If you want to back up contacts get a gmail account :eek:

Any info. storing apps I use, I make sure their data is stored on my SD or in the clouds... one quick sync or boot - & all info is back! :angel:

Correct me if I'm wrong - but, google can back up and restore pretty much most things now anyway... just need a home wifi connection & kapow everything gets restored :victory:

I prefer manual method myself...

ModTilYaDrop
[Galaxy S II General] zaidsalim:
thanx

thats really helpful

HATS OFF to THE HULK

bundle of THANX
[Galaxy S II General] Fadil56:
Thankz ... help me a lot ...
[Galaxy S II General] nmalath:
I'm Having Problems With ROM Manager.

Hey! Just can't backup my custom ROM with ROM manager. However, I can still back it up by getting into recovery mode. In my ROM manager, it shows.. To get started, you have to have a ClockworkMod .. But when I searched it for my phone, I can't find it! What to do?Help!
[Galaxy S II General] pasat:
thanks!
[Galaxy S II General] silvers01:
thanks for this dude. ktool isn't available in the playstore. i wonder why.

anyways..talking abt backups...can we backup a kernel using sysdump? you know the *#9900# sys dump. coz there's an option there to backup kernel to sd card
[Galaxy S II General] Gyro01:
I made the whole process Installed CM11 on my I9070 Galaxy(s advanced)

When I try to recover my contacts via App Extractor, (navigating successfully to the TWRP backup) the actual contacts won't be added to my list(after a long "Restoring contact/call logs process) ,I tried to reboot and also the permission-fix option.

Via Nandroid manager I can explore my contact, so they are not lost, But how can I import them to my list?
[Galaxy S II General] mave004:
i will try this :D

pd: really thank you! this work aweome!

Cheers
[Galaxy S II General] AnimeshAshu:
Hello Pro!

I had rooted my Lenovo K3 Note by CWM method + Super SU which you know already void my warranty. And Now if I create a backup of my stock ROM, will I be able to flash it and secure my warranty again.

Or should I unroot my phone by Super SU full unroot and then backup my ROM through CWM and then flash it or suggest me any other method to flash with my original stock ROM and ROW version in future ???

Cause the stock rom flashing method available by SP Flash Tool has different ROW version available than mine .
[Galaxy S II General] Sun90:
Have u checked the thread (for lenova K3) link below :)

http://xdaforums.com/k3-note/genera...3-note-k50-t3158522/post61890085#post61890085
[Galaxy S II General] Sachin ET:
is there any method to convert all apps and their data into a flashable zip ? i have tried titanium backup but it doesnt work
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Gaugerer:
I've been waiting for a UK supplier to order the 7.7 and I've decided to get the 16Gb WIFI model from Amazon for £477. I already own a Note and hope to get the ICS upgrade for it soon. I understand the ICS upgrade for the 7.7 is due in March so I'll be on a common OS when that happens. I look forward to using the Forum when my 7.7 arrives next Tuesday.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] sman55:
Hi can you send me the link for that as i can only find the wi-fi only one for that price - are you sure it's the 3G?

Thanks
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Gaugerer:
No problem, here it is:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0067G1O88/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details

Sorry, I think you are right, it is WIFI only but that is OK for me as I will use my Note for calls and tethering
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] BatfinkUK1:
I can't wait any longer. I just ordered one from Ebay UK. 425 for the 3g. I know its a grey import most likley but for the money? Edit: Warranty info removed, the Samsung warranty website UK accepts registration but the actual warranty situation is unknown.

Let's hope I don't regret it!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] sman55:
who did you go with Batfink?

---------- Post added at 08:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:07 PM ----------

Thanks for that Gaugerer. I was hoping you were right!!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] BatfinkUK1:
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=120858228338. Here you go.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Gaugerer:
Good luck with your Ebay purchase which is a very good price for 3g. You are unlikely to need to use the warranty for Samsung produces good quality devices. I am upgrading an original 7 inch Tab which has 3g but only used the 3g once in over 12 months to make a phone call. So it was not worth having a SIM card with a data plan or even PAYG as I use my home WIFI and when I'm away from home I'll use my Note.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] sman55:
Is a good price. I'm a bit impatient too. However, I just found out it takes about five days to get money from my bank into paypal to pay for it..........so I'll have to wait!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] BatfinkUK1:
You also have to pay fee for crediting PP account. Check the charges. Normal funding method is direct debit so foc if purchase through Ebay etc.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] BatfinkUK1:
Well, I have a cunning plan (may well back fire) I reckon dev support for 3g will likley be better and I wanted to try and go to ONE device. I could then sell my sgs2 to get either note or take the sting out of an sgs3 when the time comes? I very rarely use phone just for key holder thing at work, mainly SMS and email :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Richdog:
My local store in Switzerland has the 16GB 3G version for 569CHF (£390, 470EUR, or $619) and the WiFi only version for 469CHF (£322, 388EUR or $510)... excellent prices!

Will go down and check one out soon I think.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Gaugerer:
If your store sold them on line at those prices they would soon be sold out.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Richdog:
They are exactly the same price online, it's basically an online store with physical display/warehouse stores in all the major cities! :D
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] dcoales:
Ordered mine from panamoz in Hk. 16GB 3g model for £430 including postage. Arrived three days after order and I'm very happy with it.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] sladeywadey:
another one bought via Panamoz - wifi only for me. Loving it. Those Swiss prices are v. good indeed.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] cneal:
I got mine (hk grey import)a week ago and I love it to bits. Now using it as my one device and my galaxy SII is lying dormant in a drawer.I paid $720. A bit steep I know but hey, I'm an early adopter with disposable income :-)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] dango1:
I used to use s.e. W810, recently switched to xperia mini. Everything is pretty nice but the vibration level. It's barely sensible. When I have my phone in my jean pocket switched to silent mode, I feel nothing and when I check it to see whether there is any notification, usually I got ,say, 3 messages and 2 missing call :)

So, it's obvious that I don't feel the vibration. Searched a little about it, but neither could find anyone suffers from that problem like I do nor a solution to increase vibration level. However thought that maybe by reaching the phone's system files that can be feasible. So, is it possible to do that, if so, how ?

Thanks in advance.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] melenko:
I've not had a problem with it, but there are also apps to allow you to make your own vibration patterns. So maybe something with a bit more stop/start would help?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] dango1:
Thanks for your suggestion but the problem is not the pattern but the level of the vibration definitely. I compared it with other phones and it's really not that high like old phones.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] DanToDeath:
Go sms pro can help you define how many miliseconds the vibration for a notification for a new text should last. haven't used any app which can do the same for incoming calls, but it should exist somewhere in the market!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] dango1:
Actually what I'm looking for is to be able to increase the power of the motor inside the phone which creates those vibrations. This is adjustable for sure, cause for instance as typing it vibrates very slowly. So, by playing with codes they can be achieved, at least as theoretically
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] alan.ocs:
I am installing the Android-x86-devel-4.0 on a Dell D430 Laptop.

All Hardware working ok. (Audio, Wireless, Bluetooth, Battery ...)

I'm having problems with navigating officer, who gets a black screen.

E. .. I would like a help, not sure if it is possible. I would like to use the VGA output to reflect on another monitor.

When connected the laptop with second monitor attached, the internal monitor shows normally. the external monitor is on a black screen with:

Detecting Android-x86 ... found at / dev/sda1

A N D R O I D root@android:/ #

There is the possibility of mirroring the monitors?

Thank you.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] caro23:
Sorry, I don't have a solution for you. However, since I also own a D430, I'm looking for a working android port.

I'd really appreciate if you could share some more information with us.

How did you manage to install this version on your laptop?

And which exact version did you use?

(The only solution I found so far is from http://android-x86.moonman.dk/, however, wifi doesn't work.)

Thanks in advance!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Quinny899:
The one from android-x86.org is newest
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] ajgftw:
hi everyone,

who would have thought so many dell d430's would have found there way here.

im currently on my d430 running ics typing this.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=26279816

in the above post are my experiences so far.

I will go and test my vga output now and post my results.

do either of you have mouse pad scrolling working?

see the attached screenshot for details of what ive got installed, i got it from android-x86.com
[Thunderbolt Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bkirby10:
I got my original TB on release day and everything has worked fine with BT pairing and connecting to my 2007 Audi A3. My phone then ran down the stairs without me and used insurance to get a new phone from Asurion. Everything seems to be the same on this phone, but BT will not connect to my car. I have tried everything from changing my syncs, deleting FB, un-pairing and then re-pairing and everything else I could find doing searches on here and google. Has something in the hardware changed in the more recent phones? I am beyond frustrated!

When I try to go to settings on the TB, I can get to the options page and the "phone" option is checked but the "connect" option is unchecked. If I try to check the "connect" option, it tries to connect and then is dropped again. I can also uncheck the "phone" option, but clicking on the "connect" option checks both boxes, tries to connect again, and then BT is dropped once again. Any ideas???
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] phillyrican:
Go to your local AT&T and ask about the Note and tell them you have it preordered at bestbuy and ask them if you could get it from them they will sell it to today at least that's what I was told I am really thinking about getting it
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] NR017:
You could always give it a try. Although I'm skeptical about this happening.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] giantenemybird:
I can't speak for all AT&T stores, but I know that wouldn't work at ours.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] phillyrican:
When I told the guy at AT&T that I got my skyrocket from bestbuy you would of thought I killed his born lol they hate bestbuy I say if your desperate enough give it a try the worst they could say is no
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Aerials:
I'd say it's worth a shot if you have the time and you live close-by to an at&t store. And if you're really welling to pay $300 for a new contract.

But for some people, they probably feel that $300 is a rip-off for subsidized. So they're gonna wait for other 3rd party vendors to drop the price first before making the purchase.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] droidal:
Don't tease me like that Philly. I got to get in the shower I think I'm takin a ride. :) At the least I could hold both colors in person. Do they have floor models available to look at today??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] phillyrican:
To my bestbuy peeps would you do it?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] NR017:
I can understand why they hate Best Buy. BB has customer service than they do, in store and off.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] phillyrican:
Well if you live in Philly it's the AT&T store on aramingo ave they have them there
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] droidal:
I'm in St Louis. :( But really I would like to see both colors in person before I commit Sunday to the Blue one I have pre ordered.

Any ATT reps know if they will have floor models today????
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Aerials:
If you have been to a store that has both colors of the GS2 Skyrocket on display, then it should be easier for you to make a decision. Just think of the Note as being larger than the Skyrocket.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] NR017:
I wonder if AT&T stores will let you walk in and trade a Carbon Blue for a white Note, unopened.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] droidal:
I guess I'll go look. Honestly I've never seen and held any white phone in person.

Probably try to charge you a $35 restocking fee.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] tylermobile:
at my store if its not open there is no restocking fee
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] mclaughlinar:
When i went into the At&t corporate store near my house they didn't even have a display out, they said they couldn't put anything out until Sunday...

Also at bb (where i preordered) they say they don't have any phones or cases or anything, and that they're HOPING that they get them in tonight...:confused:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] NR017:
Hmm...because all this talk about the white one is making me want one. I want to know if I have an option to return for an exchange.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] imitenotbecrazy:
We couldn't do it. And I'd like to think my team is not dumb enough to risk their jobs breaking street. On another note, my store just got in our live mock. Unfortunately I'm on vacation in St Louis and can't see it. My guys sent me like 10 pictures of it :( I'll have mine Sunday around 5 when I get back around Philly
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] jwood55812:
My buddy who works in a COR isn't working on Sunday, so I asked him if I could come pick it up today so he could get his comission, he said no :( I told him we'd see if I wait around for Monday or if I have to take the plunge on Sunday :)
[Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660] Pezmet:
Can someone point me to the diferensen between official 2.3.3 and 2.3.5 ?

Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660] voetbalremco:
The glow when you scroll, performance, bug fixes.
[Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660] Pezmet:
Bugfixes as in? and regarding performance is it noticeable?
[Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660] voetbalremco:
Yes, s5660xxks2 from russia on sammobile is the best, but you need to remove 2 pre installed apps, as this is russian. So root and delete them, just like other unneeded apps
[Samsung Galaxy Gio GT-S5660] Bjarne73:
Could this help?

v2.3.3

Released on 9 February 2011, Android 2.3.3 included several improvements and API fixes.[40]

v2.3.4

Version 2.3.4 introduced support for voice or video chat using Google Talk.[41]

v2.3.5

Released on 25 July 2011, Android 2.3.5 included a number of system enhancements:[42]

Improved network performance for the Nexus S 4G, among other fixes and improvements

Fixed Bluetooth bug on Samsung Galaxy S

Improved Gmail application

Shadow animations for list scrolling

Camera software enhancements

Improved battery efficiency
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cyrus221:
So, will using WebOS doctor overwrite Android and Moboot? Im supposed to be selling this thing today and I can't scrub android off using any of the usual methods. Additionally, the only time I can ever get the thing to connect to a device is when im using a mac and there is scarce information regarding removing webos when using a mac.

Either way, I want to WebOS doctor this thing but I dont want a brick. Please let me know!
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chicle_11:
When I Doctored my touchpad android was not overwritten, but I had to reinstall moboot with Acmeinstaller.

In webos you can get a remove android patch in preware, though I don't know how it works. I've just read about it.
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lewmur:
You need to use ACMEUninstaller to remove Android. After that, you can use wevOSDoctor to reinstall webOS. But I don't think even that will remove your user info from webOS. I think you have to clear the cache to do that.

I bought my TP used and it took me awhile to learn how to clear out the previous owner's accounts.
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cyrus221:
So, let me clarify: using the webos doctor does not overwrite the android partitions but will erase the bootloader and any settings on the webos partition?
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cyrus221:
acmeuninstaller doesn't work for me. Dont ask why, ive tried to troubleshoot with like 8 people and everyone is scratching their heads.
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chicle_11:
It didn't for me. All I had to do was reinstall moboot and I could get into Android.

Try the remove android patch in preware.
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ofmirroreye:
Why don't you try this?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1426244

Supposed to restore touched to factory conditions...
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lewmur:
I'm sorry, but you aren't going to get rid of Android any other way. You might try re-installing Android via ACMEInstaller and then running ACMEUnistaller but one way or another you've got to get the uninstaller to work.:(
[TouchPad Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] colin_404:
Hi I've used Remove Android it will only clean all android related files from boot.

ACMEUninstaller is the only simple method .