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[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
the above mentioned doesn't wipe out your device thats a normal clean install and the flashable zip which is mentioned in OP doesn't have the userdata. even after entering that command above you aren't able to view the sdcard files then u will need to transfer all the files to your pc (if you want them to reload) then flash userdata.img

this will wipe out your whole device and L would create the folders accordingly and then transfer the files/folders back.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
I got impression from his first post that he couldn't access files even via pc...

Hence the dirty flash back to kitkat (and hope that works) then the proper clean flash back to L (after retrieving any files from the device and copying off device)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] vergilbt:
Two questions I found no solution:

Could I disable navbar for using lmt? And whats about clock?also not deletable
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
if its what [MENTION=4860519]Tzfardaya[/MENTION] mentioned like he could see the storage occupied but not the files, then he will need to format the sdcard partition via pc like the way we format a normal hard disk.

the chances are less with a dirty flash once you get a file missing on sdcard via pc also while you access it through usbdebugging option. that was my personal experience, and it called for a formatting of sdcard via pc. i could be wrong....

if the data in those sdcard is really important and wants to be restored then flash back to old 4.4.4 then take a backup to your pc and then proceed to either by formatting sdcard via pc or flashing userdata to install Android L

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headover to :)

Android "L" Developer Preview Help, Troubleshooting, Q&A​
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
A proper clean flash via flash-all should rebuild the partition tables and format properly, but will wipe all the existing data, hence me recommendation to try a dirty flash back to kitkat first, might get lucky...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bushako:
I'm having this same issue of not being able to access my files from the phone. I can see the memory is occupied and I can access them from a PC. But when viewing with an explorer it shows empty. I see the location is changed to legacy. I've tried several times but its seems the only solution that works for me is to back up everything on PC and flash the ROM through adb.53.jpg[/IMG]
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Can't flash via adb, adb requires a running environment, use the flash-all script and fastboot..
[Nexus 5 Android Development] brooklyn718941:
Same here man
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
So, copy you files to pc if you can, dirty flash back to kitkat and hope that works to access your files, then copy them to pc if you're lucky, them do a proper clean flash of L via flash-all and fastboot....
[Nexus 5 Android Development] brooklyn718941:
Can I just flash back to preview 1
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Flash whatever you want...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] nadiros:
There is no photo app except the one that's bundled with g+. I'm sure you can use the KK one or there are a gazillion options in the Playstore. I'd recommend Quickpic personally.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] :
Did they find a solution or fix sending and receiving mms for AT&T customers?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Hellosms
[Nexus 5 Android Development] konman795:
Yeah... ended up just wiping the device and starting from scratch using flash-all with the official Google image. But now I've got issues with Spotify freezing on startup. It was working before. Tried uninstall and re-install but no cigar. Any suggestions?

Edit: Did a reboot, and it's fine! Whoops.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] eluspo:
What kernel are you guys using? Stock or custom?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bushako:
My bad I meant to say the Flash script provided in the full preview package. Although, this is very inconvenient as I have to always have a PC around now in case I switch back and forth between Roms. I've tried using the commands through terminal provided in the FAQ on first post but it didn't really do much. I'm still trying to figure out where to issue lies. I noticed that when flashing back to any other KitKat ROM I can view my storage contents again. I never had this issue with the previous preview release. Any other suggestions?

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You could install the gallery2 apk from KitKat although the editing function doesn't work always FCs
[Nexus 5 Android Development] jrosero:
thanks man.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
If you are having files left on your device after using Google flash-all script, something is wrong... That script is designed to wipe everything off your device and start with a pristine file system...

As to other suggestions, stick with the official developers preview if that's the one that was working for you... The other (so called new one) is for Google fit testing...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bushako:
The flash script does wipe everything. But you see I would like to keep my files, Issues occur when flashing through the recovery. But no big deal I just ended up using Multirom to flash other Roms and keep the L preview as a primary ROM.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Smallsmx3:
I stopped following this thread cause I thought Google wasn't releasing a new build.... Anything fixed or added? Or a link to the info.... I'm at work and can't really search ATM
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Once again, the "new" image that everyone is talking about, isn't....

It's two days newer than the original dev preview Google released... It has the google fit code tied in, it's the preview release to showcase and test the Google fit system, nothing more...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Smallsmx3:
Sorry, I tried to look
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
No worries... It's been 10 hours since I last answered that question in this thread. :p I can see how it would get lost in the mix...

Tbh, I'm kind of annoyed with ap over their article taking about the "new developers preview"... It started a rash of people dropping in" Oh. EM. GEE! Thars a nu dp out nao! Wat fix, Wat fix it has? MMS fix? Wiffy tether fix? Cum on! Cum on! Wat fix it hav? " (no, not directed at you, don't worry...)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] juancaperez2000:
[MENTION=4860519]Tzfardaya[/MENTION] do u know if hellosms is a workaround for Sprint MMS? Or just for ATT, thanks in advance
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
My understanding was hellosms MMS system worked properly with all the carriers...

The workaround to get hangouts MMS working is to go into the hangouts settings and delete all the extraneous apn settings, leaving only the one that your device should use... I know this workaround has worked for others as well as myself, but I don't know what carriers they are on (I'm on Rogers, Canadian provider...)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Ben36:
And did the drain only start since flashing it? Did for me
[Nexus 5 Android Development] rachanta:
The home button in navbar not working in 81c. Anyone else with this problem?

Never mind, I had done a dirty install over lpv79. A clean install done and now everything works.:)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Ben36:
AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
U are funny!
[Nexus 5 Android Development] twistedumbrella:
If deleting extras doesn't work, you may want to check the apn values, too. Sometimes Google has old ones or only certain tiers of service in their default files. You can get them from the /system/etc/apns_conf.xml of a ROM that was working to verify.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] rachanta:
Thanks for the tip. I had done a dirty install over lpv79. A clean install done and now everything works.:)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] paychex:
Look for your files in recovery. If they are there transfer them to a USB otg. Flash whatever you want properly then put them back
[Nexus 5 Android Development] brooklyn718941:
That don't work

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The dev. Needs to test before posting this BS. At least mention it in the op
[Nexus 5 Android Development] jzero88:
Sort of. I did realized Google services, search, and especially chrome were the culprits killing a good percentage of my battery. I've uninstalled chrome, disabled hang outs, turned off google now, disabled GPS when not using, use 3g instead of LTE since I get poor signal at home and have noticed a much better battery experience.

I'm sure once official release comes out it'll be better but that's what I'm doing now.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] djnigeldarren:
I keep forgetting to mention.... No call waiting.... Sprint n5 stock kernel
[Nexus 5 Android Development] occtec:
Anyone contemplating of upgrading to the next generation nexus device. Here are the latest leaked specs of the next generation Nexus 6 codename 'SHAMU' in this Antutu Benchmark you will find the more desired specs. Will you be upgrading? I most certainly will especially now that the rumored 5.9" display has been squashed and a more realistic 5.2" QHD display has come to light. [emoji12]
[Nexus 5 Android Development] siravarice:
Just on the boot screen, only been on it for a few mins so will let you know if I was successful! I really hope so...

Many thanks for providing all the files and directions in one thread, great work OP.

EDIT**

Only took about 4 minutes to be sorted, now running initial setup! This is exciting.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] DigitalUnderground:
Sounds great to me. Especially the camera... Finally catching up to the S4 camera lol
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
With the 5.9, I was thinking about it, but with the smaller 5.2, probably not... I've gotten used to the 5.5 of the opo...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] blinde:
I've been out over a month from xda so what is this LPV81C version? What is the difference between LPV79?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] LKNim:
Is there any way to record our screen on Android L?

I found that none of the apps that works on 4.4 do works on L
[Nexus 5 Android Development] paychex:
No, you need to read before flashing things to your phone. You issue has been discussed to death in the L threads. Lazy users like yourself who don't want to use fastboot cried for a flashable zip. people who flashed the image files from Google seem to be fine. And if you have stuff on your phone you can't afford to lose and it isn't backed up... too bad--you shouldn't be flashing anything at all. If you flash anything and are not prepared to start over from scratch that's on you

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Pretty much exactly what I want. And build by moto! Would like to see 4gb of ram thou

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But I want the 805 processor. I think the screen size will be great if the phone is compact like the N5. A bit larger screen, but still manageable in one hand. The OPO is pretty limited with one hand use

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fit support. no point in flashing it unless you absolutely need the latest and greatest
[Nexus 5 Android Development] brooklyn718941:
I'll take this criticism but now will fastboot fix this issue?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Which issue again?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
wow snapdragon 805 :D

think of whether should i have ordered the one plus one or not :p
[Nexus 5 Android Development] brooklyn718941:
The internal storage issue. Will fast boot fix it
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bushako:
It will fix it but it will wipe you storage clean. So better back up to PC.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] paychex:
Yes, use the flash all script to start fresh
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Flash-all will fix pretty much any software issue restores your phone to the factory fresh Google install... But, wipes everything from the device...

Flash-all is pretty much the ultimate clean/recovery install... I recommend it over any other install method for Google images..
[Nexus 5 Android Development] cellsafemode:
Works fine here through flashable zips in recovery. Didn't do a full wipe either. No issues at all. Took forever for first boot due to all the apps. Very impressed at the behavior and stability of the prerelease.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
i feel the opposite half of the apps what i use isn't compatible and due to which it gets to reboot even if i attempt to open... so just waiting for apps to be updated to match L to play around
[Nexus 5 Android Development] occtec:
Delete
[Nexus 5 Android Development] cellsafemode:
I've been using art since it was made available. So the move to art as default didn't cause any surprise problems. Luckily nothing i use has not been fixed to address issues with art. And i don't rely on any applications that meddle outside of the official api like certain root requiring apps do.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] aniel300:
Thanks guys the terminal fix method just fix my problem with internal memory. I'm also Wondering what is the differences between (lpv81c and lpv79) ?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Difference is Google fit
[Nexus 5 Android Development] joshyth:
"I tried to look through all the page to see if I can find my answer, but can't seem to find it. So I'm sorry if someone asked already along the way."

I just wanted to know can I flash the L preview radio while still on 4.4.4?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] LNJ:
L radio works on KitKat just fine.

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Radios are independent from the system, feel free to mix and match
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
off topic... My one is been shipped :D
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
To the Wrong address though..
[Nexus 5 Android Development] yoyoz808:
Been trying to search about this problem but not sure if a common bug but after calls, i can't turn on my screen. Is this happening to anyone? Not sure if it's a rom derp or bug....
[Nexus 5 Android Development] paychex:
enjoy neglecting your N5
[Nexus 5 Android Development] god.fsl:
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[Nexus 5 Android Development] iSplassh:
Hi guys, sorry for off topic.

Can someone post a screen of the one plus one "About phone" cause in my country its being selled in a store and they have more then one so i doubt they are fakes. I took it in the hand and it was running cm11 nightly and they don't have a CM logo on the back. Its priced 299€ btw...

Sorry again for off topic. :)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Wh1t3Rose:
I would post in the One+One Q/A. You will get a quicker response.

Edit: what's listed for the model #? Is there a sticker on the back of the phone you can compare this # too. If it does not have proper branding I would say it's a fake TBH
[Nexus 5 Android Development] siravarice:
Been running this for a day now, fixed the battery graph issue after full charge. Only thing new I've noticed that I didn't know about is the predictive text on the keyboard, it shows up on the keyboard above your thumb (or finger) and also above the keyboard in it's usually position.

Anyone else find this a little annoying? It's like having two things doing the same job.

Other than that it seems all ok. Some things work just like they did on KitKat and some are a tad slower but it's ok for me. Found out that the pulse news app doesn't work on L, and then fell in love with Google Newstand again.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] 00hero00:
Is there a way to use icon packs on the stock l launcher? Previously I was using unicon + exposed. Any recommendations? I want to keep using the stock launcher
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bulgareli:
Is the new personal unlock feature present in this preview?

Couldn't find this answer anywhere. Thanks

Enviado de meu Nexus 5 usando Tapatalk
[Nexus 5 Android Development] scarcry:
those bits haven't been released yet it seems. nothing extra found in security settings at least. I've run both previews.

Sent from my stormtrooper n5 powered by Android L
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
No cm logo on the back means it started as the Chinese version, with coloros installed... (which are available for straight purchase in China, no invite system)

So, someone involved in that's stores suppliers bought a bunch of coloros 1+1's, unlocked them and flashed cm11 to them...
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
i am already bored with the oneplus one.this is going to be a birthday gift for my friend loll by this month end... maybe i am stuck to nexus 5...hope the nexus 6 aka shamu is around soon :D

not worth all the hype and wait for this oneplus one is my personal opinion
[Nexus 5 Android Development] scarcry:
I certainly don't feel like I'm stuck with my n5. love the phone to bits especially with it running L if only it being a dev. preview

Sent from my stormtrooper n5 powered by Android L
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
you do feel or don't feel?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] scarcry:
I said I don't feel I'm stuck. the way you phrased your situation sounded like using the n5 is like a bad thing or somerhing which I clearly think is not the case.

Sent from my stormtrooper n5 powered by Android L
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
sorry if that came out different... i meant stuck as in i am happy with my nexus5 thats why the oneplus is becoming a gift for my friend and i would be waiting for the next nexus to be out hopefully nexus 6 aka shamu....
[Nexus 5 Android Development] bulgareli:
Is there any way to enable volume button wake in this preview? Thanks.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
So semantics... Not stuck with, but rather sticking with... (first implies forced to use an item, the second implies choosing to use the item)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] SacredDeviL666:
thanks yeah sticking with :D
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Striatum_bdr:
Thank you for your English lesson it will help all non native English speakers.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] sam.balia1012:
yeah, exactly ....specially the french:p
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Striatum_bdr:
Thank you for your kind words, greatly appreciated.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] sam.balia1012:
Je vous en prie, Ça m'a fait plaisir
[Nexus 5 Android Development] scarcry:
Eagerly awaiting the L release, September just can't arrive quick enough :P

Sent from my stormtrooper n5 powered by Android L
[Nexus 5 Android Development] 00hero00:
Bump
[Nexus 5 Android Development] JNewms:
Google it. There's an app on the play store that let's you. The name of it is escaping me at the moment, else I'd tell you what it's called.

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Why do you think it'll be out in September? Is most likely going to be the end of October, early November.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Probably because I've been suggesting to the forum a September release...

When was kitkat available for download from the Google image servers? Late September wasn't it, I can't remember? With the nexus 5 up for sale Halloween?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] JNewms:
The last few days off October. I believe I ordered my 5 on Halloween. Images were out like that day or the day before I think
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Ah, I thought it was earlier...

Yeah, Nexus 5 went on sale Oct 31...i ordered mine same day.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] JNewms:
Ditto, I remember the mad scramble to get to checkout before they were sold out. Had to refresh that page like 8 times to get through.

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Don't get me wrong though, I would absolutely love to be wrong about the release date. The sooner the better
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
I got lucky, I missed the initial announcement of the sale, but I kept checking back (sold out, sold out, sold out, sold out) but eventually one came up (black 32 gb, yay) and I ordered it instantly...

(Scared the crap out of my manager who was riding with me that day when I let out that shout of joy)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] elegyh:
:(. I flashed the flashable LPV81C. Why does it take so long to display first text in TWRP console? I thought I gonna have a bad time. Anw, kudos to Vomer, and all of you.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] linkboy:
Anyone have an issue when an application asks for root access, the entire OS crashes and reboots to the Android Updating Apps screen. I had it happen with two apps today.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
Yes, has to do with the underlying changes made with L and root apps that access parts of the system partition (probable SELinux related) .... The apps will need to be updated eventually to work properly. Contact the dev for the app causing problems and see if s/he has any workarounds or solutions yet...

Which apps were causing this for you?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] linkboy:
Helium and AppFreeze.

Only reason I asked is because I didn't have any issues with the Nexus 4 L port, but that probably has to do with it being a (impressive, all things considered) patched together port.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Tzfardaya:
More likely the n4 was missing many of the underlying security updates to the system partition... Trying to install the system+ helper for secure settings through the app dies the same I think trying to install bbs as a system app caused troubles too.. (not playing with my n5 as much these days.. Opo)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] jzero88:
Anyone have an idea with whats up with this? I've tried rebooting a few times and I don't want to reflash the rom again.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] paychex:
no
[Nexus 5 Android Development] twistedumbrella:
[ROM] N5 L Developer Preview (flashable) + Root & Busybox + IMG & Sys Dump

Orly?

There are universal apps that claim they can, such as:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teliapp.powervolume&hl=en

Or if they have a baksmali that supports L, there is:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1585309

I'm not current on baksmali, but that app is from June and talking about "recent updates to the Android system" so if it doesn't support it yet, I am sure you could ask the dev to add L support.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] jamaniek:
Seems that the Preview doesn't have battery stats fully working as of yet. It looks exactly the same on my phone.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Wh1t3Rose:
Maybe true with previous updates but the latest works good. Been using it for a week as a system app :good:

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Works here. But yes probably a glitch that requires a reflash to fix.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] jamaniek:
Ok, I reflashed the ROM, image by image via fastboot and now it works :)
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Prattham:
sorry if it is answered before

is everything working fine?

i mean all apps etc like titanium backup etc.. root.. etc etc

if someone helped you...don't say thanks just hit the thanks button

since it is android L

so it is running art runtime? and if yes then i guess not all apps will be working fine? like xposed...

Cheers ?
[Nexus 5 Android Development] linkboy:
There's a beta for Titanium Backup you can get from their twitter page that works, I don't believe the one on the Play Store does. Helium doesn't work yet (probably won't until L is officially released).

I'm also having an issue with Greenify where it crashes the OS if I try to suspend an app.
[Nexus 5 Android Development] Wh1t3Rose:
What the guy above said + you need to read the OP of this thread.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2796176