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[Android Software Development] nicesoni_ash:
Didn't work for me at first too, googled cat.exe and put it in c:\windows\system32 and that problem solved but not all.

Get that from

http://unxutils.sourceforge.net/

Anyways it looked like problem was still exist in script somehow calling tar from dependencies folder as it's showing me file doesn't exist so I moved tar and its two needed dll files into system folder and called tar directly instead of calling it from dependencies folder and it worked properly.
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
Sorry i have tested and unsaved it, so it caused those small things to mistakes.

i have solved those things and i hope some systems are not configured with these small utilities

i am now going to add an install option for those who dont have cat and tar ...

just tested and gonna post it now as Utility tool v_1.2

thanks for your check so it was solved thanks
[Android Software Development] blueeagle69:
Right then, even after installing Cat and Tar I still got the not found error.

So I fixed it once and for all by leaving the files in the installed folder (C:\Program Files (x86)\GnuWin32\bin) and appended the Windows Path using;

Path %PATH%;C:\Program Files (x86)\GnuWin32\bin; at the command-line.

However I am still having issues.

I have the file system.ext4.win in the Sysyem_Files folder.

However after selecting option one 1 followed by Option 2 I get get the error no file exists

If I decide to try the CWM option after renaming the file extension manually to system.ext4.tar I get this message.

this doesn't look like a tar archive.

It definitely is a tar archive.

I can view the contents in Bandizip.
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
actually the extensions are something like backup.win000 and backup.win001 when i made a backup with my device. then i thought it would be same with all device recoveries and would be. So i have coded the same thing buddy.

that was not error. thank you for info

if you have your backup files of TWRP make a small pic of it which shows the extensions (*.win) .

so that i can modify my tool to find that files and to modify them
[Android Software Development] nicesoni_ash:
I tried your latest version after you suggested that you fixed it but other than providing those dependencies in installable format, u didnt make any changes to your script so even after installing these packages, cat and tar missing error messages are there.. Either copy them to user's system folder or call them from installation directory or add them in path variable and then it may work properly but only after some minor changes in your script.

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[Android Software Development] blueeagle69:
Here is a layout of my TWRP backup before copying files to the relevant directories.
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
Edit: i have already done that too then some said same

here the software which i had provided will install the cat / tar and set the default path itself. why dont it work with your pc ?

after the problem you have explained, i had try tool with a UN-configured system and used the same software and it worked

without any test on the tool i am not suppose to release mate

please compare the code changes from previous to now there will be lot of changes

i have tested with an non configured system where it worked

i will provide a video on that so that you will get to know how it works and how to use ;)

that was the format the files are and i have tested them again now

i was unable to get to know why these install software not get you a solution for your pc ?

i had install that one and now i am able to use the tool. why not with yours ? hmmm

however i will add them to the directory may be helpful ............
[Android Software Development] nicesoni_ash:
That's really strange but anyways reason could be anything. I am on win 8.1 btw.

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[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
i can get to know your problem

i haven't tested whether it works with windows 8 or not

i had a small solution for this is at the #2 post

just follow the pic and place the files that i will solve the problem hope it works good

i had a made a video on how to use just follow (upload in process )
[Android Software Development] blueeagle69:
Yep.

I fixed the tar and cat not found on Windows 8.1 x64 by adding the path to the environment path using Path %PATH%;C:\Program Files (x86)\GnuWin32\Bin;

At least that fixed the not found issues.
[Android Software Development] blueeagle69:
Right then.

Clearly the batch file is looking for a file extension of .win000 etc. But twrp dosn't use that extension for the system backup (see my screenshot).

So for a test I decided to rename my file to system.ext4.win000.

Now the tool finds the file.

But after going throught the further options I get this error.

"hmm this doesn't look like a tar file".

I didn't have this error with the previous version of tar I downloaded when I used it directly from the command line.

Unfortunately I do not have that version now because I used the one installed from the GNU32 utils :(

And for the life of me cannot recall where I got it from.
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
ok mate got your problem now i have tried with one more pc

i faced that problem

i will find a solution for the problem that you people are facing

( since i have installed WinAVR with my pc and also with new one so havent showed me any error work )

i will soon get you a solution for this

Edit:- Fixed all the bugs now it works fine. thanks for testing [MENTION=4463716]blueeagle69[/MENTION]
[Android Software Development] OKAstro:
How do you extract system.img and other .img files?

OP says rhe tool does that, but I couldn't find the command in the menu.
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
oops thanks for reminding me i just missed a small cmd i will add update it. until please try this Tool

i will provide an update with few more options......

right now i am busy with exams. if once i got finished with exams i will provide an update

thank you
[Android Software Development] OKAstro:
Thanks.

I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 -- P5210. I am running stock 4.42 KitKat that's rooted and odexed.

I was able to extract the system files from a TWRP backup (system.ext4.win000 and system.ext4.win001). There was a 3rd system file (system.info) that I also placed in the system folder---should that file remain after I remove the 2 TAR files?

There are 2 other files in the TWRP backup (boot.emmc.win and recovery.log). What should I do with those?

I am looking to make a flashable zip ROM of the rooted stock ROM.

Good luck on your exams

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,,,and the .img files I asked about are from the stock TAR files downloaded from SAMMOBILE. They are not from a backup and are not in a "system/data img" format.

The .img files are boot.img, cache.img, hidden.img, recovery.img, and system.img, I had tried the other tool you linked, but go "no file exists" message.
[Android Software Development] jigsawcrank:
I tried to extract system backup, its clearly doing something, but after that the extracted system folder won't show up in System_Files, can you help me?
[Android Software Development] venkat kamesh:
this tool is just meant to extract backups mate... but your idea was really good i will add those scripts too. in possible cases

thank you

there is no need to add recovery log or something just *.win.* is enough ;)

no need to change any thing / any extension names this tool will do that mate ;)

all you need is just follow the questions by the command prompt .

after all it extracted all the files will be with the folder you placed mate ;)

please recheck . if this repeats please make a snap of it..
[Android Software Development] jigsawcrank:
Thx, already figured it out, had somethind to dobwith the drivers
[Android Software Development] geevh:
Does this work with CWM nandroid backup with compression set to high?

I tried to open the files with 7zip without but I see only first part. I can't open second part.

I have data.ext4.tar.gz (0 bytes), data.ext4.tar.gz.a (1,5G) and data.ext4.tar.gz.b. I tried joining the files but I still can't see files in second zip.
[Android Software Development] :
Hello !

I have downloaded the tool and it is working perfectly until tar.e , but i have now backup that goes until TAR.M , and the tool doesn't support more than tar.e , what can i do ? There is a special command parameter to increase the file size ?

thanks

Dave
[Android Software Development] Isrgish:
I'm having the problem that many mention that Cat 7 Tar are recognized as internal or external commands.

I'm on a windows 7 and the PATH has "C:\Program Files (x86)\GnuWin32\bin" in it. I also tried to copy tar.exe and cat.exe into the same folder that has your tool, but still get the same message.
[Android Software Development] CVAngelo:
How can I go in reverse? I have a CWM backup but I want to replace the system. tar files that are in the backup folder with a different system.img. Can this utility tool take my NEW system.img file and pack in into tar, tar.a, tar.b etc files that I can then move to the backup folder so I can restore it?

I do not need warnings about the MD5 checksum file (I already know how to get around that), or about bricking my device (I know how to recover from a brick...done it dozens of times). I JUST WANT TO KNOW HOW TO USE CWM TO RESTORE A DIFFERENT VERSION OF THE SYSTEM.IMG THAN THE ONE CURRENTLY IN THE DEVICE. I just need to know how to solve my problem.

I have no other options as the device was already soft-bricked with no backup when I got it, the system partition could not be mounted (I was unable to obtain a full CWM backup...I first had to format the system partition to get a working CWM backup but of course the system image is blank), and the only current working mode is the CWM recovery on the device. So I can restore a CWM backup (I have a replacement system.img).
[Samsung Gear S] Hawkhell:
I got mine yesterday and so far I don't know what this watch was made to do. I love the curved design and the large screen, but why add a SIM card and make it not a stand alone device? Personally I would rather have a thinner watch.

Controlling this device is a head ache to me, the scrolling is sometimes glitchy, the keyboard is oddly shaped and apps don't load information like it should. I owned the first Gear watch and thought it was a cool first step in the right direction of smart watches but some how I feel the first Gear worked better.

I am taking mine back and waiting for a thinner one to come out that functions smoother.
[Samsung Gear S] raiu:
Kind of, one biggy is not being able to add tasks or reminders. I don't know why but that buggs the crap out of me. I was able to with the first and 2nd gen gear watches. It was said this watch would have more support and more apps but from the looks of it the parts of the SDK for this watch seem to be broken thus slowing down app development.

Where are the thousand apps that was said to be avail at launch? I only see maybe 300 apps? (I have a note 4 that should show all of them you would think)

The watch is cool, don't get me wrong. I like it and I like the ability to make calls and receive calls and notifications when I am away from my phone... Im just dumbfounded that you can do something as simple as add a reminder or a task lol. S voice is hit or miss too. S voice on the Gear 2 was on point! (I kinda miss my gear 2)
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
I think it needs many sw updates and apps to reach its full potential.
[Samsung Gear S] raiu:
Yeah the big question is if there is development. I already feel that gear 2 was abandoned and the gear s isn't far behind
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
I am thinking the smartwatch development cycle is so short, that a given watch is abandoned before it's peak is reached.
[Samsung Gear S] sbrownla:
It is still a standalone device so I'm not sure how you mean it isn't.

As for the glitches it could either be hardware issues or software, but thinness doesn't seem to be anything that could help.

We are early adopters and with that comes risk but I haven't had problems that would disappoint me to the point of wanting to return it.

It is an advancement for me. But hurry up and take it back if it irritates ya. It isn't for everyone.
[Samsung Gear S] gottahavit:
if anything I think this watch has exceeded my expectations. I expected to hate the size, hate the batter, hate the useability. I have been please on every aspect.

Sure we need more apps. Some of us are working on that.

If you were expecting custom ROMs and someone porting android then this is not for you. That will likely never really be the case.
[Samsung Gear S] sbrownla:
Oh God no, the farther away from Android I can go the better. I only want root so I can dig around in it to learn.

Where are sound files kept, what is the file structure. Pull and push for light modding.

This watch reminds me of the N900. Sooooo much potential ...
[Samsung Gear S] simpletona70:
My issues with this watch ates the swype key doesn't work all the time. It completely doesn't choose the word I was spelling. The dang call forwarding almost never works. I constantly get error messages that it can't connect to my phone remotely, my phone will be sitting in a good signal area. And a few times i had to restart the gear because all of a sudden it couldn't read the Sim card. These little issues make me regret buying it.
[Samsung Gear S] highlordkram:
I actually am loving it. Screen is great, connection or remote connection works well, and I love the scrolling on it, as it seems smooth and more fun. I had Gear 1 and 2, and find this far superior so far. Battery very good, even with Always on mode going I get a full day. Bluetooth works well with my headset at the gym, and emails seem to work better, as I can read full Exchange emails, as long as I clear out the notification after each one. News updates are really cool looking too.
[Samsung Gear S] RChang:
I'm not terribly disappointed - I think the device itself is a feat in design however, I do have gripes with the software capabilities and not being able to respond to things like notifications directly from the device.

I think when more apps/updates are developed for the device, the experience/usability will drastically improve.
[Samsung Gear S] NinjaMom:
Yours is defective. Exchange it.
[Samsung Gear S] sweets55:
I just my Gear S yesterday and I'm impressed with the design just like I am with the Note 4. I bought the Notifications app to be able to reply. I'm still trying to figure that out. The Gear S looks huge but surprisingly feels like a normal watch to me. I can see it wouldn't feel right if you have tiny wrists though. I'm going to test the watch out for 14 days and see how much I'll use it.
[Samsung Gear S] Hawkhell:
I just feel Samsung didn't put much effort in this device as they have in their phones.

I personally hate that it has its own sim card and it seems that it without a sim slot and the chipset for 3g and wifi it could be a thinner device and still do what most people need it to. I just find it silly to have WiFi and 3g when you can't download it's own apps and not to mention the price difference.

I really thought it would have better apps first and 3rd party since Samsung isn't new to the watch market.

I do like the way the watch looks aside from it being thicker than I think it should be. I own a Note 4 and Note 3 and I think the Note 4 looks better but the Note 3 feels better in hand. Also I fail to understand why the Note 4s screen sticks out further than its bezels unlike the Note 3 where the bezels are out to protect the screen.
[Samsung Gear S] xendula:
I am totally in love with mine. I love that it has its own SIM card slot, which is also why I bought it. For active people, it's a great device, because they can leave their cell phones at home (they are just too darn big these days).

I wish it had a few of the apps I use on my watch, and in general many more apps, and that Samsung would be straight-forward about which tablets work with it and which don't.

Also, I never saw the point of a wrist worn second display to your phone, but now that I have the Gear S, I can even see the appeal of the other (SIM-less) smart watches.

What I hate, though, is that Samsung sells it carrier-locked in the US. The sheer amount of work I have done so far in trying to get an unlocked version is insane, and I am still not done.

May I ask, which carrier version of the watch do you have, and what kind of SIM is in it?

I'd like to know because I am currently using the T-mo version with a T-mo card and have not had any such problems, however, I also have an unopened ATT version that I am waiting to get unlocked (I'll return the tmo one).
[Samsung Gear S] Hawkhell:
My swipe is more accurate than I thought it would be but less than on the keyboards I use on my Note 4.
[Samsung Gear S] xendula:
I have to say, I can't figure out how to best use the keyboard. It detects the actual letter I want to type maybe 50% of the time at most.
[Samsung Gear S] apprentice:
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The Note 4 has a 2.5D glass screen with the chamfored aluminium contour to give it a more premium look. It has definitely made a difference and makes the phone feel silky smooth. I really don't think the plastic trim around the Note 3 protected it much and it certainly wasn't attractive. People complained like hell to Samsung regarding premium design, they listened and they delivered and people are still moaning.

As for the Gear S, well looks are subjective and I for one believe it looks stunning. The thickness is down to many factors like a decent speaker, bigger battery, sensors and the sim tray. Comparing it to the Galaxy Gear and the LG G watch r, it's about the same in thickness. The fact it curves round the wrist makes it seem less bulky.

It's not silly to have a 3G and Wifi feature, it's what makes the watch stand out from the others. It's not meant for downloading apps, it's for use when your phone is unavailable. I believe you are missing the whole concept. If you want a thin fashion watch then this isn't the right watch for you and I doubt Samsung ever intended it to be fashionable. It's a techies dream and as far as I am concerned is the best smartwatch out there right now. Granted it is expensive but early adoption is always so. The same reason there aren't thousands of apps for it just yet.

My answer to the original question of whether I am disappointed with the Gear S. . it's an easy and resounding NO!

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[Samsung Gear S] schettj:
But what even just wifi gives you is at, say your office or home, you can leave your phone sitting on your desk or nightstand and roam freely about the place and still get calls and notifications on the Gear S.

Which to me, is awesome. And clearly better than the Gear Live (which can only helpfully remind you you've left your phone out of range when you walk into the next room)

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There are three keyboards. Perhaps one of the others will work better for you?
[Samsung Gear S] xendula:
I'll try out the others. Haven't even checked for other keyboards - duh! :o
[Samsung Gear S] sweets55:
If you buy a nice non smartwatch it's going to be pricey. I don't think $350 is that bad considering the Gear S specs/sim card. I wish it was easier to charge like wireless or something.
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
I think the cradle with the build in battery is a pretty cool feature.
[Samsung Gear S] CehowardNote3:
When I grow up I want to be just like you!! :good::good:

I agree with everything you stated, Note 4 and Gear S..

I am a 74 year old senior citizen, and I said after 2 days with the GEAR S, I got my $401.52 money's worth just on LOOKS!! The Gear S, the Note 4, two super cool items. However, just like with all super cool items, they are NOT for everybody!! :cool:

Again, every thing you said about the Gear S and the Note 4, spot on...:good:
[Samsung Gear S] inflewence:
I've only had it for a day but I'm thoroughly impressed. No connective issues(tmo). I did call someone while it wasn't connected to my phone, so now the have that number unfortunately. That's user error though. Just as a watch to me it's worth $350. I love watches and pay way more than that for a decent watch a couple times a year, so a good looking watch that can show me my email and text I'm in lol.
[Samsung Gear S] dawgboy1783:
Got my t-mobile version 2 days ago and I was kind of like eh!..Then I did the software update and I'm thinking this thing has a lot of potential for a small device it could definitely use a video player, some sort of map app like Google maps and a few things added to the settings menu, and a few toggles in the menu bar would make the gear s a very cool wearable device!....JMO!.

:D
[Samsung Gear S] Jeshter2000:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pacosal.gear.notificationsgears

In combination with Notify Gear from Samsung's appstore it is a winner...
[Samsung Gear S] GMITSIAKIS:
same here...

this was for me too...

got it...and get rid of it.

many watch phone with sim does the job and cost's 1/4 of the Gear...
[Samsung Gear S] CehowardNote3:
I have a beloved Pulsar Black Chronograph that I wear all the time, I am moving that to my right wrist, and the Gear S to my left...:cool:

Reading your posts, I can assume you are a watch aficionado, having several if not more high end watches.. My question, will you go DOUBLE WATCH too.. :D
[Samsung Gear S] richlum:
I'm not disappointed at all.

I upgraded from the Gear 1, which I have been using for a year.

Much better battery life, screen and fitness features.

I only use the BT connection to my watch and leave the sim slot empty.

Comparisons of cost to regular watches are a false justification though. Buy a good mechanical watch and you can use it for a long time and it will lose little value over time, a really good one may even appreciate in value. Prior to getting the Gear 1, I had been using the same Seiko chronograph for 21 years.

This watch will lose half if it's value in a year and be pretty much worthless in 3-5 years. It may still work as a watch, but the technology and functionality will be outdated. The kind of person that buys this watch now is not going to be wanting to use it in 2 years time ;)

I only used my Gear 1 for 1 year.
[Samsung Gear S] raiu:
Glad to see you posting again!
[Samsung Gear S] sweets55:
True...But who keeps gadgets for 3-5 years? lol I think Smartwatches will be similar to phones. If you sell them when they don't get to old you will still get a good amount for it to put towards the next best thing. I pretty much stopped wearing watches years ago. I never thought I would buy a smartwatch but after playing with the Gear S the geek inside me said get it. hehe
[Samsung Gear S] inflewence:
I don't think I will double watch. It's just too much for me. It was a thought for a moment though. I will use this at least a year so that's cool to me. Even if I stop using it with my phone I will put it in rotation with my other watches. It hurts because I just bought a nice tag that I shelved (for now) due to this watch lol.
[Samsung Gear S] CehowardNote3:
Rotation, didn't think of that. Will double watch and try the rotation bit see which one works the best.. ;)

BTW, I see a lot of Gear S users talking about working out in the gym with the Gear S, and bluetooth headsets..

I always took off my chrono watch in the gym. I carry a belly bag with my Note 4 and bluetooth head phones.

The reason for that is I be banging the dumbbells and barbells, sticking my hands all down on the dumbbell rack. Too much chance for a hit on metal with my watches, that is why I take them off in the gym. The Gear S will see no gym work..:)
[Samsung Gear S] sbrownla:
Hm ... I am about controlling the weight, clean form. :p
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
I do rotation versus wear two at a time.