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[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Are you rooted, unlocked? what version you're on right now? why you want to downgrade to .20? If you're stock rooted, have to modify your build.pros file or delete/modified your system apps?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Yodarage:
On .20 right now lost root on jb and trying to get it back. I am not unlocked.

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Update got it working by transferring the .30 blob file over through fastboot.
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Misunderstood your question, I thought you want to downgrade to .20, that's why I ask bunch of questions. Nice to see you got it working!
[Asus Transformer TF700] aznmode:
Buhohitr you're all over the place man (good thing). Great to have someone like you around to give a helping hand. Much appreciated! =)
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Hahaha...I count on you to do the same. We are bros!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Root. trying to downgrade JB to ICS.

Good day. Sorry for the translation. trying to downgrade JB to ICS. Android is a red exclamation mark. Tried all the options (different memory card, change the extension, all described). It should be the latest firmware. Tell me how to get root without unlocking. Thanks in advance for your advice
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
1. Download full firmware Asus .30 then use MD5 software to verify to make sure it's good (very important).

2. Unzip the download file and rename the new unziped file to EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip and copy it to the root of your micro sd

3. Boot to recovery and see if that work.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Some where you can download on the site asus not. Already tried it from two different sources, and there is no result. If you can share a link. Thanks
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
From here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1946456

MD5: 2248ec635ea96768a5e1dfbbc996a879

Make sure your md5 is match - just download md5 checker (google for it).
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Downloaded from this link, md5 matches. Android with an exclamation mark: (
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
If you press the power button, some text in the lower left corner should appear - what does it say?
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Android cardhu-user bootloader (1.00e) released by us_epad-10.4.4.25-20121220 a03

Bootloading rekavery kernel image

Signature match ...
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Make sure your SKU is US which is same as the download US version. Now after unzip the file, DON'T change the name and copy it to your sdcard (root of your sdcard) and try again.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Tried. If you just write to the memory card, wrote a newer and is proposed to establish. Click - set the tablet restarts and crashes android with an exclamation mark
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
If you have your table on, copy the UNZIP file but NOT RENAME to the root of your sdcard, open up your notification, do you see the "system update" notification? Also can you give me the name of the file you copied to the root of your sdcard?
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
When the dead android appears, there should be some error message in the lower left corner - if not, it should appear if you press the power button.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Yes, US_epad-user-9.4.5.30.zip (notification)
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
OK, run it.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
No message, just an android with an exclamation point. If you do not rename the file, then reboot writes that when you try to update unknown error occurred

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Click update, warns that the information would be lost, I agree, the tablet restarts and appears anroid an exclamation point. After some time, have to reboot manually.

After that, the tablet boots properly in the notification area that says update failed, unknown error occurred
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Have you modified any system files? like build.prop, uninstall or replace any system apps? I suggest to do a factory reset and repeat the upgrade process.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Probably I will not be happy. No I did not make modifications, and delete the system software can not. Already done, and wipe and full reset :(
[Asus Transformer TF700] aznmode:
If you unzip the update is there another zip file inside? If there is, rename that one and put in the root of your sdcard. I've done this method muitiple times without any issue. But then I was on jb .20 version. I havent tried it on the latest .25
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Archive in the archive, extract the archive and rename the second
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
So. Describe your problem to solve, who can stalknetsya. Attempts to rollback jb ics failed. With the latest version of the firmware to the previous version of the incident adroidom ends with an exclamation point. What has been tried:

1. Different versions of the firmware off of previous versions (downloaded from hda)

2. Different memory card with fat32 (memory card only pameschalsya archive firmware)

3. Master reset to factory settings

4. Vap

5. Md5 checked for authenticity

6. Tried to rename the file according to the instructions (inside archive) and installed via paver volap, voldaun

7. Tried to put the internal firmware archive to the root of the memory card (do not rename it. Uvedobmenie appears that it has found updates, offers to install, warns that the data will be lost, agree reboots tablet, android falls with an exclamation point in a couple of minutes perezagruzhetsya, a notice "no update have an unknown error ")

8. Tried to rename the file extension and uberat

System applications are not removed, thawed, making the firmware have been made. Tablet and firmware versions us, bought in Kiev. Updates come normally and properly updated over the air. Attempts to unlock not conducted. Serial c8.

Solution is found, we will learn to live without root loss guarantees - not an option. (Already there is one brick from Acer)
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Hey I have one more for you to try. I suspect something is messup in the sys files or stock recovery. Download the latest full firmware JB .25 from Asus, then unzip and put the file on root of your sdcard, you should see in notification to upgrade. See if that work.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denis_test:
Tried. Download the latest firmware, removed arhiviz archive and uploaded to the root of the memory card. Even the notice does not appear, restart but no notice
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
try boot into recover, see if that work.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nanias:
Hi guys I am trying to do this downgrade for rooting, I downloaded the .30 firmware, unzipped and renamed it and copied to sd root, but whenever I boot into recovery (RCK) it displays the working android and right after the dead droid with the exclamation mark. If I do nothing it simply reboots but nothing happens/changes. I am on locked stock un-rooted JB.25 firmware. Anyone have a suggestion? Cheers
[Asus Transformer TF700] nellanayrb:
I'm getting the same thing when following this procedure on 10.4.4.25. Not sure if there's a newer method to root on this firmware?
[Asus Transformer TF700] DarkFire1985:
Add me to the list of getting the exclamation mark and the dead droid though getting the Signature Match message.

I tried to downgrade to 9.4.5.30, 10.4.4.20 and I even tried to update / refresh my 10.4.4.25.

Only when I put 9.4.5.30 on the MicroSD I get an System Update notification. The others don't trigger that but yet all fails.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nanias:
I am actually not using a microSD I am using the internal sd card memory, I don't know if that changes anything. And by the way I don't get the system update notification. Anyone could help us fellow members?!
[Asus Transformer TF700] cowhow:
So, for those of us who are on 10.4.4.25 how do we revert to a NVflashable version? I'm unlocked but otherwise stock. But, in the event it isn't possible to revert to ICS what's the real world risk? I mean, I've flashed phones and other tablets countless times without bricking. I know that's always a possibility, but you have to almost try to brick a phone. I would think installing TWRP or CWM would present just as great, or greater, of a risk. Educate me, but don't flame me. Are there risks in flashing the TF700 I'm not aware of?
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
It's not possible to flash back to NVflash version. Asus had sealed the hole when they released .30 ICS bootloader version.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nanias:
Hi guys just to let you know that I downgraded and rooted my device using the method mentioned here. What I did was downloaded the .30 ICS firmware unzipped (one time) and renamed as the OP mentioned, then I had one copy of this .zip file to my internal memory root and one to an external microSD root. I inserted the microSD on the slot and turned off the tab. Pressed the Vol down and Power button and entered RCK (stock BTW). It then displayed the working driod (no message displayed) and after the reboot I was on ICS (took some while though)!!!! I then downloaded the latest firmware, rooted using the guide on the all-in-one guide for TF700, installed OTA Rootkeeper, temporally unroot with rootkeeper installed the latest firmware, recovered root with Rootkeeper. And now I have a properly JB rooted device. Thanks xda members and all devs!
[Asus Transformer TF700] rocer:
Cold Boot

I too was getting the exclamation mark and the dead droid. I read somewhere that doing a cold boot cleans useless clutter and makes the tablet run faster. Just for the heck of it I tried doing this downgrade after a cold boot and it worked for me.

To do a Cold Boot:

- Turn off Tablet

- Hold down Power and Volume Down button

- When you get to the menu DON'T select anything. In small font in the top left corner it says "OS will Cold Boot in 10 seconds if nothing is selected" or something like that :) So just wait longer than 10 seconds and let your device Cold Boot.

- After Cold Boot, turn off tablet and follow the OP.

Good luck.
[Asus Transformer TF700] DarkFire1985:
Full of hope tried a cold boot and a downgrade. Useless for me, still the red triangle / dead droid :(
[Asus Transformer TF700] davetwin:
Is there another link for the firmware to downgrade to ICS. I have clicked the link in the OP but when I get directed to the Asus support page and select my OS it doesn't give me any OS's to select, just sticks at select OS

--EDIT--

Found the firmware here

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1946456
[Asus Transformer TF700] davetwin:
This is what worked for me, all other methods described in this thread resulted in the android with red exclamation mark.
[Asus Transformer TF700] TheReino:
No root

Hello guys,

I just don't get it right. :crying: The Downgrade works but for me it is not possible to keep root after upgrading to jb.

I took the "WW_epad_user_9_4_5_30_20120907_UpdateLauncher.zip" and put it on my microSD. Renamed it to "EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip" and went into recovery. The downgrade process started und I was able to root the TF700 with the "RootDebugfs.bat" method.

After that I installed the SuperSU app, started it and made the recommended update. I even marked the checkbox ota survival in the superuser app. Aftewards I loaded and installed the Voodoo OTA root keeper and said "protect root".

All checkboxes were marked and I hit the button temp unroot.

Now I tried to start an OTA Update but it always said that there are no updates available. I cleared DMclient and CMclient data + force close but no change.

So I took the "WW_epaduser_VER104425UpdateLauncher.zip" Update and updated it to jb again with renaming to "EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip".

Recovery started. The update goes well but the OTA rootkeeper app is not able to restore root. -> No backup of su-binary available...

What am I doing wrong?!

Unlocking doesn't work either. Problem with internet connection, please try again later. Whats wrong with this tab?!
[Asus Transformer TF700] DarkFire1985:
Same here :)

Removed the MicroSD, placed the original .30 (not renamed) on the root of the TF700 and the downgrade got detected right away.

I accepted the downgrade and it succeeded (maybe because of the cold reset earlier).

Anyway I'm root again and now downloading the upgrade using the normal OTA.

Edit: upgraded to JB .25 and succesfully restored root.
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
You tried to upgrade with the full firmware, this will wipe everything including root. You need to use the dlpkgfile incremental upgrade method or if the normal OTA still working it would be great just use the OTA rootkeeper to preserve root and let the OTA do its things.
[Asus Transformer TF700] z3r0-c001:
Worked with no Problems! Asus TF700 - US version, locked bootloader. Downgraded from JB 10.4.4.25 to ICS 9.4.5.30 !!

Did everything step by step as written here, worked 100% from first time!
[Asus Transformer TF700] dudulic:
link to ICS update file

Does anyone have a link to some version of ICS (WW)?

On the Asus site there is only links for JB.

Thank you in advance,

David L.

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Just being lazy.

found it here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1946456
[Asus Transformer TF700] z3r0-c001:
Please delete
[Asus Transformer TF700] adelancker:
Does anyone know why my talet fails to perform the downgrade?

It always gives this red triangle, even though the MD5 matches...
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
Any error message? Do messages appear if you press the power button (not too long)?
[Asus Transformer TF700] adelancker:
When should I press the power button for these messages?

I don't see any at the moment, I just keep on seeing the freaking red triangle lol

It's driving me insane, cause Asus won't let me unlock so I *need* to at least have root! :p
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
My last encounter with the stock recovery was half a year ago... I just remember that it showed some text when I pressed the power button while the green android was on the screen. But maybe that was only when I booted into the recovery manually, and not when installing an update.
[Asus Transformer TF700] contro19:
I am having the same problem as you. Does anyone have a solution ?
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
What's the name of the file you tried to flash?
[Asus Transformer TF700] fujisan43:
Downgrade from OTA 4.2.1?

Hi all,

Is is possible to downgrade from the recent 0TA 4.2.1 (build 10.6.1.14.4) down to ICS build 9.4.5.30?

I'd like to root from ICS and then upgrade.

Thanks for your help.

F.
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Yes, I believe some ppl already done so.
[Asus Transformer TF700] fujisan43:
If I downgrade to ICS, is it possible to root the TF700T without unlocking.

I've read somewhere that someone rooted his pad without unlocking but also that unlocking is nescessary to root.

Can someone enlighten me?

Thanks.

F.
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
Yes.
[Asus Transformer TF700] becomingx:
contro19, if you're still having problems, check out what I and elfaure posted at: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2220442

(short version: make sure your SD card is formatted as FAT32)
[Asus Transformer TF700] jcp2:
In case anyone else is having problems rooting with the debug method after downgrading to ICS from JB.25 (I was one. The debug method would hang and then tell me it can't access the system partiton. ** I don't remember the exact message) I was finally able to root after letting the tablet download and install the JB 4.1.1 incremental update after installing ICS. I then re-downgraded to ICS and the debug method went off without a hitch. Just putting this out there in case it can help anyone else that runs into the same problem.

John
[Asus Transformer TF700] MichaelVeringo:
It works for 4.2.1

Just figured I would stop and say thank you very much. To all users who are on 4.2.1, this method works to revert back to 4.0.3. :good:
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
haha, but from now on we don't need to revert back to 4.0.3 for rooting any more!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] MichaelVeringo:
I did it for custom roms/ kernels, not for root. Just putting it out there. :p
[Asus Transformer TF700] contro19:
It was formatted via Exfat , 64GB going to format it fat32 right meow.

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Thanks Becoming!

Had to do a factory reset and use fat32 in order to downgrade... Gonna root as soon as downgrade complete
[Asus Transformer TF700] dteg:
bump.

is there anyway to downgrade from 4.2.1 to ICS say version 10.4.4.23

i want to downgrade back to 4.1.1 not necessarily all the way back to 4.0.3.

edit: i downloaded the .30 SKU (it's correct) and tried the downgrade following the steps in the first post. i still get the android on its back....
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Did you read the whole thread? And follow the links provided by others?

Like formatting you microSD correctly or doing a clean install?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2220442&page=2
[Asus Transformer TF700] dteg:
actually i did read through the entire thread as well as many others. i have made sure that the microSD is in fact FAT32. i've also tried 2 seperate cards and 2 different versions, both the .30 version and a 4.1.1 version. i'll try it after doing a clean install right now.

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just did a full wipe and then tried the 10.4.4.23 file and the the .30 firmware file, neither one worked. starts off with the android processing then android flat on its back with the red triangle.
[Asus Transformer TF700] dteg:
got it working :victory: was honestly the most ridiculous reason it wasn't working, actually tremendously dumb on my part:silly:.

i had the correct files (md5 confirmed)

microSD formatted into FAT32 and files stored on the root.

the reason it wouldn't work was because i used an SD adapter in the

keyboard

instead of placing it directly into the tablet. i'm used to keeping the keyboard attached and everything in a case, so the keyboard was much more convenient; never thought that it would completely stop the update from working.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lee480:
Sony’s Xperia Phones Outselling BlackBerry and Nokia in Europe

Sony Mobile appears to be finally returning to the battle for supremacy on the smartphone market, at least this is what a recent report from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech shows.

Apparently, the company’s Xperia devices are selling better than RIM’s BlackBerry devices and Nokia’s phones on the old continent.

“After joining the European smartphone market late Sony is making up for lost time with its Xperia series, outselling both BlackBerry and Nokia as a result of strong performances in Spain, Germany and France,” a report from the company reads.

Of course, Samsung remains the top OEM in this market, the same as it is in the United States, yet things appear to be turning to better for Sony, which has lost a significant amount of ground in front of competition in the past several years.

Source: http://news.softpedia.com/news/Sony...g-BlackBerry-and-Nokia-in-Europe-297452.shtml
[HTC Inspire 4G] avemt1:
I know the inspire should be compatible with sdhd cards. Is there a driver update that will allow users to use an sdhd card instead of the regular sd micro card?
[HTC Inspire 4G] ai6908:
Nope...there is no special drivers required...although there are certain tweaks, that claims to improve your sd card speed...
[HTC Inspire 4G] Gizmoe:
This is dev section. You need to post in Q&A and people will help you.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justen7723:
So I'm new to the nexus 7 just wondering what all of you are using for text messaging? Right now I have text+. But I see others out there such as... mysms, sync SMS, tablet talk. What are you using and why?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] brooksyx:
I dont text that much in my Nexus 7 but it I do I just sync it up to my galaxy nexus with tablet talk.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LCTN:
I tested TabletSMS but the price they asked is ridiculous, and it's necessary to have a wi-fi connection all the time on both devices. So I've bought Tablet Talk and it works great, it can use Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, so it's pretty much perfect for what my use.

My devices are Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro and a Nexus 7.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Groid:
I use Google Voice over wi-fi. Works perfectly.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Travisdroidx2:
Desk SMS here sorry desk SMS on phone tablet SMS on N7.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] scottharris4:
I use google voice. I don't give out my real cell #, only my google voice #. So I do a lot of my texting from my browser or tablet.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] .torrented:
TabletSMS and DeskSMS works on wifi over google account its $4.99/year but if you take your tablet somewhere and forget your phone/ leave it plugged in to charge (still connected to 3G/4G/WiFi) you can text with your Nexus 7 no matter where you go as long as you have an internet connection. it works over google account.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bbc0:
I don't believe that Google Voice works anywhere but the US. I could be wrong though.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] E_Goldstein:
You can have google voice anywere in the world i use it all the time in the uk but its onky free calls and texts to usa and canada
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ericot:
Tablet talk works well for me. It's nice to be able to respond to texts without having to grab the phone :)

Nexus 7 and HTC sensation
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] darius359:
Tablet Talk works great. Use a few of the free Google dollars to buy something that works great.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackt5:
Do I need to buy the phone version also to use this?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] spongers:
TabletSMS and DeskSMS are the best. You can even install an extension in Chrome and Firefox to text from your browser. Best part is it is linked to your Google account so no need to have wifi or bluetooth on. Just ensure your phone is connected to the internet. Koush makes great products, can't go wrong!
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] brando56894:
I use a combination of Google Talk, Facebook Messenger and Zipwhip which forwards SMS from my phone to my tablet, it's also free and can be used on the Web also.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shyam:
Can I connect my 1TB Western Digital Ext HDD (USB powered) to my Note (GT-N7000, Stock 4.0.4 with Hydracore 5.4 Std)

I tried formatting one partition to FAT32 as well, but no luck..is it bcz of lack of power to the HDD to run?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gregs5:
Of course you can connect. Only your external hard drive in addition to using the USB connection must have a second source of electricity. USB connector on the phone is too inefficient.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shyam:
Ok..but how can I do that? My Ext HDD is USB powered..is there any way I can provide the HDD with power supply, using some kind of cables/adapters or something?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gregs5:
If your external drive has no additional power outlet, then connect it to your phone is not possible. Attempts to various modifications may damage the phone.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cheddarchi:
You need a Y split USB cable, something similar to this:

http://compare.ebay.com.au/like/280750493818?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes

NOTE: that was just first USB cable I found using google, I'm not suggesting/related to that ebay seller in any way! Do your own research, you may be able to buy locally for cheaper.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shyam:
Hmmm...so, it cannot be used as "portable" as a pendrive..as it needs external power (PC/Laptop OR some external battery)..so better option would be 64GB or higher pendrive (if needed desperately) :o :p