yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] Dude360:
I had another play this week and think Ive figured it out!

I did this several times in a row each failing:

Stock 10.23 > Updated to 10.46 using .bin file then rooted > 2nd bootloader & TWRP

Then on the final time, daft as it sounds, I didnt 'touch' TWRP at all. No settings, menus, timezones etc

I rebooted striaght from TWRP into the OS and did the setup as normal.

I rebooted back to TWRP fine, didnt touch anything just rebooted it back to the OS.

Tried once more and it seemed to have stuck so I created a backup and rebooted to the OS.

Rebooted once more and expected failure but it booted to TWRP :D

Been running it the last few days, installed Play Store, flashed some zips and made more backups along the way.

Each time TWRP booted with no issues.

I am hesitent to change any settings in TWRP though in case thats where this bug lies.

Ill update this post if anything changes but right now, Rooted Stock 10.46, 2nd BL and TWRP 8.2.1.1 is working 'as expected'.

Now to have a play with this bootlooping HD Soho my mates just given me :(
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Android LolliCrap 5.02 has totally screwed over my N7 2012 8GB, LolliCrap OS and accompanying support apps like Google Play are such Bloatware that none of my apps can update (insufficient space BS) when I had 1GB free before with OS 4.4.4!! Beside I HATE the new interface, it's SLOOOOOOOW and is some kind of nightmare! My M7 8GB is essentially BRICKED and useless now!! I hate you Google!

I also have a 2012 N7 32GB still running HAPPILY 4.4.4 and I want to keep it that way and NOT Screw it over too with any version of 5.x

HOW can I block the download of LolliCrap 5.x so it's not sitting there taking up Memory space because I will never install it and how can I block all future Android OS updates??? I'd rather NOT Root if at all possible, I'm not sure I'm technically qualified to Root my N7's.

I used to be a huge fan of Google and Android, this POS LolliCrap really has me pissed off .... I just may go and buy the "enemy" iFad Mini now!!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
Without root, you can't block the updates. I'm using a custom 5.0 rom on my 2012 N7 and it's actually pretty snappy. I also changed the file system to F2FS and cranked up the GPU speeds though so that might have something to do with it. The Nexus stuff is one of the easiest things to root out there. I believe there are ways to do so without even unlocking the bootloader, which will require wiping the device completely. There are tool kits in the forum for your device that should help you do this with minimal effort.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Rooting is something I have not even attempted, can anyone recommend a tutorial, video and how to accomplish the rooting process on a N7 2012 for a newbie to rooting?? I've been in IT, but the hardware end, so I'm not tech challenged, just no experience on the SW Hacking side. I've got to get my N7 2012 32GB model blocked before it's devastated by 5.02 too!!

I'd also like to "Revert" my already "attacked" N7 8GB 2012 back to KitKat 4.4.4, is that possible? I've looked at Android OS DL's but which model name is the 2012 N7? "nakasi" or which??

Any help and suggestions from the experts on the forum appreciated.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1766475

This tool / thread will have everything you need. You can root and downgrade with it. The "manual" way is not difficult either. You were correct, it is the "nakasi" model. Just need the drivers installed, extract the folder from the download (use 7zip if you don't have an app on your PC already for those kinds of files), reboot to the bootloader screen (power off then power on by holding Vol Down and Power), plug into the PC and make sure the drivers load, then double click the flash-all.bat file in the folder and let it do it's thing.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Thanks.

Gentlemen,

Thanks for all the information and I will review the links you supplied and I will take a shot at Rooting my 2 N7 2012's to keep any nasty 5.0x updates off until Google comes to their senses! :p Serously, 8 days after Android 5.02 invaded my N7 8GB, it still runs like crap, balks, stalls, crashes, even Services crashes and stalls routinely. .... Google has made a mess of this version of Android OS 5.x, damn them. All just to serve their stupid "wearable" as I have read on several Android sites. Google is turning into CrApple. :mad::mad::mad:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
I often find issues like that are caused from not resetting your device after OTAs. This kind of thing happens often enough between jumping OS versions, and is not just for the Nexus, but I've seen and read about it for every manufacturer, and even for Apple devices. There are plenty of people using Lollipop on the N7 without issues. Just every device is a bit different, even before you start adding your own apps and data.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
I beg to greatly differ with your opinion regarding the number of Nexus owners (at least older models) having problems with Lollipop OS, along with owners of other brands of phones and tablets. While looking for reason for all the problems I've experienced and how to fix or revert back to KitKat 4.4.4 (because it worked flawlessly) and how to block further Lollicrap 5.0x updates, I've "Googled" and visited at least 30 of 40 different forums, blogs, postings and news reports that EVERYONE chastises, complains and hates Lollicrap 5.0x. Even Bloomberg News has runs a few news stories about why everyone hates Android 5.0x Lollipop and won;t use it. Several Tech writers have pointed out that the main purpose of Lollicrap 5.0x is to promote Google's android based "Wearable" and obviously from all the complaints by us, we've been sacrificed for their greed.

Sorry, If I got to wipe out all my app installs and start all over again with a "reset", I won't waste my time with Buggy and Kluged LolliCrAp 5.0x anything and these will be the last Google product I'll ever buy ..... they've become CrApple! All for the money of it and screw the previous model owners. My next new Tablet will be a Surface Pro.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
Human nature - people are more likely to post complaining about things than complimenting them. Name an update on any device that you can't find people having issues with. Nature of the beast. But as I mentioned, the problems you are experiencing are very typical of issues with OTA updates and not factory resetting the device.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
But you also have to take into account, that the vast majority of any device users, especially Smart Phones and Tablets, are not technologically "equipped" and DON'T B n C on-line and don't do postings looking for help, they just get pissed and move to another device or OS. So I postulate that all these hundreds of posts are an accurate reflection of the total percentage of people having issues with Android 5.0x and that since the tech media is taking note of it, it's the true nature of the problems. Sorry, my N7 2012 was pristine, ran perfectly under KitKat 4.4.4. If I'm having problems after and OTA update, so are the majority. It's just common sense and the odds.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
So many leaps of logic, assumptions, and lack of understanding of how software updates work here, it's not even worth getting into. If you need help downgrading, I'd be more than happy to help though. You can hit me up on Hangouts @ my screen name if you'd like.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Apparently the 5.02 Lollicrap Update is down loaded to your N7 (maybe other devices as well) without your permission when connected online.

Where is it stored as a file, in what folder and can it be deleted, prior to Rooting the N7?

I'd like help with Rooting both of my N7's (2012's), returning one back to KitKat 4.4.4 and keeping the other 32GB 2012 N7 from ever being updated without my permission.

Thanks
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
It should be in the /cache folder, which you won't have access to without root.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1766475

Everything you need will be in that thread. As long as the drivers are loaded correctly and you have a good USB cable, the toolkit should be able to do everything else as far as rooting and downgrading. Once you are rooted, then I think you should be able to stop notifications/downloads of the updates by following this 1st post:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2429820

and / or might need to do this too:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=53169162&postcount=21

Or install a custom rom.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
I'm not so cool with "Leaps" of logic in your instructions that seem to contain a lot of "I think", "should be ale to", or "and / or might need to do this too", or "Or install a custom rom". I've never Rooted anything, this seems more like guess work than a proven method and I'm not about to sacrifice my working 32GB N7 with KitKat 4.4.4 "experimenting".

By this loose method you're advising, my logic in saying the majority of Android users are pissed (referenced dozens and dozens of forum sites) but most silent about LolliCrap screwing up their devices, is like the proven theory of relativity.

I'll keep looking for a forum thread by someone that has, with no "might have to", or "should's" in the process.

Thanks anyway.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
Sorry for not being more clear.

The update zip IS in the /cache folder, which you won't have access to without root.

The toolkit on from the link I provided has nothing to do with guess work as it is the easiest way to downgrade and root and has everything you need from the drivers to the root files to being able to download the 4.4.4 firmware and flash for you with very minimal interaction. As far as the notifications go, some people get away with one method, some have to do both. If you would feel more comfortable with someone helping via TeamViewer, I'd be willing to. I literally do this kind of stuff as a job and have experience with every kind of flashing, modding, upgrades, downgrades, etc for 100s of devices, as well as owning the same tablet you have.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Thanks for the clarifications, I'll download the Toolkit and run it to familiarize myself with it. If it looks confusing to me, I'll take you up on the offer to help using TeamViewer. I've used TV a few times with my IT clients.

Do you know which cashe folder Android stores the updates in? And once rooted and updates blocked, can I just delete that 5.02 file (I'm think my other 2012 N7 32GB which has not been updated)??
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
It's just in the /cache folder in the root of the OS. Yes, you can delete it without issue, though it's not going to give you any more usable apace as it's a different partition of the device that the normal data you save doesn't have access to. Still, might as well delete it.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
It's been a while and I still haven't Rooted my Nexus 7, been researching the mechanics of how to do it and what methods are available that a complete "rooting newbee" can use without getting over my head in quicksand and a bricked N7 (2012) instead of one taken back to Kitkat 4.4.4 from a screwed up buggy 5.02 OTA update.

I was looking at a tutorial for using " Wugfresh" tool and a comment was made that "Unlocking will wipe the device.". Is this true? Is this always the case when rooting and unlocking?

I don't want to "wipe" my N7, just root it and return it to 4.4.4.

I also read that the boot loader in the factory 4.4.4 is faulty and a lot of girations are needed to reinstall 4.4.4. Has anyone experienced this?

Appreciate the thoughts and ideas.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
Literally just finished helping someone with downgrading back from LP because it wasn't working well for them either. You absolutely have to unlock the bootloader, which will wipe the device, no matter what you want to do - root / recovery / downgrade / etc. This is not an option as it is a security feature. There are so many ways to back up most of your stuff that it's really not THAT big of a deal. There are apps, Google, cloud storage, etc.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VintageGuitarz:
Yeah in doing my "research" on rooting to turn back the calendar to Kitkat 4.4.4 I've read more and more pretty pissed off N7 owners, seems to have hit the 2012 and 2013 model owners the most grievously.

Question then if I backup - since I'm on LP 5.02 on my 8GB N7 (2012) already, when I do a back up won't it also take with some of the LP oriented settings?

Is there a highly preferred BU method that will take everything from data, settings and apps so after I root and reinstall (flash?) 4.4.4 on a wiped N7 it puts everything back? Is there a BU method I can use to BU's to my PC, rather than a cloud? (I don't have a 8GB "cloud account with anyone)

Thanks very much.
[XDA Assist] :
Where can I get the following as ZIP-Datei : recovery-clockwork-6.0.4.8-endeavoru.zip

for HTC One X
[XDA Assist] Negan:
Well you may want to try this recovery. It's based off of CWM

Philz touch recovery
[XDA Assist] mikehammer1:
use Philz touch recovery instead recovery-clockwork-6.0.4.8-endeavoru.zip

Thank you for your fast help !

Hans
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
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I will no longer maintain this thread.

Please see [INDEX] Motorola Droid 4 Development for updates

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4.1.2 -	VRZ_XT894_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-8_CFC.xml.zip

Mega - https://mega.co.nz/#F!5UZAGQbb!QItoPY1oIS-pu3JJIBmxJw

http://motofirmware.com/VRZ_XT894_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-8_CFC.xml.zip

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95916177934520792

4.1.2 -	cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-2_1ff.xml.zip

Mega - https://mega.co.nz/#F!5UZAGQbb!QItoPY1oIS-pu3JJIBmxJw

AFH -	http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=22979706399753708

SkyDrive -	https://skydrive.live.com/redir?resid=C3B9F032B5505A00!166

DropBox -	https://www.dropbox.com/s/vfv59rp06grbqgp/cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-2_1ff.xml.zip?dl=0

DevHost -	http://d-h.st/FjB

4.1.2 -	cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18_1ff.xml.zip

Google Drive https://drive.google.com/folderview...&usp=sharing&tid=0B1hcBgk_03_aT0trdlFmNEtjNXc

http://web.archive.org/web/20130817123240/http://sbf.droid-developers.org/cdma_maserati/list.php

4.0.4 -	VRZ_XT894_6.7.2-180_DR4-16_M2-37_1FF.xml.zip

http://motofirmware.com/VRZ_XT894_6.7.2-180_DR4-16_M2-37_1FF.xml.zip

2.3.6 -	VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-219_1FF_01.xml.zip

http://motofirmware.com/VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-219_1FF_01.xml.zip

http://web.archive.org/web/20130817123240/http://sbf.droid-developers.org/cdma_maserati/list.php

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1622256&page=2

2.3.6 -	VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-215_1FF_01.xml.zip

http://motofirmware.com/VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-215_1FF_01.xml.zip

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1622256&page=2
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
File Descriptions/ Info

Android Version - Carrier - Build Number - System Version

Build Date - Bootloader Version	- Secure Versions

Size - MD5 Checksum

File Name

2.3.6	- Verizon US -	6.5.1_167_DR4-1_M1-215	Blur_Version.6.13.215.XT894.Verizon.en.US

Wed Dec 28 14:45:02 CST 2011	Display: 0A.6C Secure: 01	Main: 02

1.17 GiB	DC1BD2BCD86D78896B4021EAB3DC59B9

VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-215_1FF_01.xml.zip

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2.3.6	- Verizon US -	6.5.1_167_DR4-1_M1-219	Blur_Version.6.13.219.XT894.Verizon.en.US

Thu Mar 8 17:13:00 CST 2012	- Display: 0A.6C Secure: 01	Main: 02

1.17 GiB	7F04ACD2FE4C48493EFA88F7C5159B90

VRZ_XT894_6.5.1-167_DR4-1_M1-219_1FF_01.xml.zip

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4.0.4	Verizon US	6.7.2-180_DR4-16_M2-37	Blur_Version.6.16.217.XT894.Verizon.en.US

Thu Jul 26 22:03:56 CDT 2012	Display: 0A.74 Secure: 01	Main: 03

803.5 MiB	DAA075CD3C0C0CCB3DA13C4DB0937CD7

VRZ_XT894_6.7.2-180_DR4-16_M2-37_1FF.xml.zip

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4.1.2	Verizon US	9.8.2O-72_VZW-18	Blur_Version.98.72.18.XT894.Verizon.en.US

Fri Feb 8 13:11:57 CST 2013	Display: 0A.77

Secure: 01	Main: 05

633.2 MiB	0EC9F9EF248F2FA796A14B20A3592306

cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18_1ff.xml.zip

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4.1.2	Verizon US	9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-2	Blur_Version.98.72.182.XT894.Verizon.en.US

Fri Apr 5 14:12:22 CDT 2013	Display: 0A.77 Secure: 01	Main: 05

631.6 MiB	2BCFCE2373F9677D88359D3F9CDFF78C

cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-2_1ff.xml.zip

4.1.2	Verizon US	9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-8

Blur_Version.98.72.188.XT894.Verizon.en.US

11/25/2013 22:19:44	Display: 0A.77 - Secure: 01	Main: 05

631 MB (662,412,245 bytes) EE0C8151934B5893F58E58DAEA90E1B3

cdma_maserati_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-8_cfc.xml

cfc means xml file includes command to wipe data.

<step operation="erase" partition="userdata"
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
What are these FXZ files? and what do I do with them?

These are Original Official Motorola Firmware Files, and must be flashed with device in AP Fastboot mode.

They will restore Original Firmware/stock rom and can be used if the device no longer boots correctly.

see

[Video]How to Use RSD Lite to flash a .XML Stock Rom (firmware)

Unbrick Moto device with moto-fastboot.exe

Also see [INDEX]Motorola Unbricking Tools, Moto Drivers, RSD Lite...
[Motorola Droid 4] o8o.o0880o.o8o:
Vrz_xt894_9.8.2o-72_189?

I was just looking for a SBF file for a friend's Droid 4, but the furthest I can find is VRZ_XT894_6.7.2.188 when it's currently on .189, Do you have the SBF for 189? If not, do you think flashing .188 would brick it? For some reason, the ongoing call notification will stick until I FC the phone app so if you know an easy fix for that I'd be happy.
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
All the 9.8.20.72's are compatible

And can be flashed in any order.
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
Sorry miss read

6.7.2.188?
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
That is only ICS 4.0.4?
[Motorola Droid 4] o8o.o0880o.o8o:
Nope, it's "189" 4.1.2 JB
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
Then 9.8.20.72

use any Jellybean firmware 4.1.2 -	VRZ_XT894_9.8.2O-72_VZW-18-8_CFC.xml.zip

should be best
[Motorola Droid 4] spinjector:
Does anyone know what the changes are between 188 and 189, or where I can find that information to read it myself, like a readme file...? Thanks.
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
only official update info, I know of is from Verizon.

droid-4.98.72.189.XT894update.pdf

Originally posted here http://www.verizonwireless.com/support/motorola-droid-4-update/ under Benefits of Software Update
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
and

https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/97885/related/1
[Motorola Droid 4] will5:
Anyone knows if latest official rom is available as a zip file (and rooted) for cwm?

I want to use it on another slot. With some patches.
[Motorola Droid 4] sd_shadow:
CWM? don't think there is an updated clockworkmod for D4's jellybean, Most use Safestrap

There are some modified Stock roms in the Index
[XDA Assist] troble shooter:
After a long day of searching on how to root this device FINALLY!!! I got it.

NOTE: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE IF SOMETHING HAPPENED TO YOUR PHONE

I root this device with iRoot :p

STEP 1- Download iroot

just check google for that

Step 2- Connect your device to your PC make sure that USB debugging is enable

Step 3- Wait for the iRoot to recognize your device and then when you see on your PC that your device is connected Click "root now"

Step 4- Now when your device is rooted you will see an icon that is like a horse and it said its a superuser (its different from the typical superuser or superSU that rooted device has) then go to the play store and install root checker to check if your device is rooted already.

if you want to have a typical superSU icon you can just download it on the play store just type "superSU" by chainFire

Thats how I root my CHERRY MOBILE OMEGA ICON A.K.A MICROMAX A121

Thanks.......:good::good::good:
[XDA Assist] :
Hi,

Awesome! Here is the place for such posts though,

http://xdaforums.com/android/general

Thanks! ?
[P3600 Software Upgrading] jchap2k:
I saw that some people made the bluetooth voice command button activate all sound being routed through the bluetooth.

Is there a way to make one of the buttons on the side of my phone mapped to doing the same thing? (that way if I am running a program that I want the sound coming through my bluetooth I can activate it or deactivate it with a click of a hardware button). In this way I could still keep the bluetooth voice command button functional, while having the benefit of turning on/off routing to the headset.

I don't know if it is possible, and I am not very versed on registry hacking to accomplish something like this. Any thoughts?
[General Questions and Answers] CallMeAK:
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I have a sprint samsung galaxy mega flashed to another carrier everything works but my emojis I can send them but when I receive they come up as symbols example:ø)p stuff like thag anyone know a fix I am rooted
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] QA Bot:
Q&A for [ROM][5.0.2][WIP][Falcon][XT1032/33/GPE]ResurrectionRemix LP 5.2.9[BETA]

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[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rezarpado:
Hello

I bootloop in bootanimation, I intentadi several ways to install but do not give the key.

I have a 1032 Motog become 1033. My recovery is the cwm.Alguna last idea? sorry for my horrible English
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] andogeek10:
Try restarting by long pressing the power key. If that doesn't work, take a backup of your data on your PC and then wipe the internal data. This worked for me.
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hacnav:
What do you mean by do not convert tn GPE ?

I have a moto g xt1033 converted to GPE already ! Can't i install this ROM on my device ? i'm currently using MAHDI 2.9 .
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sarthakspiker:
camera freeze

Please fix the camera freeze.. I'm on stock kernel and resurrection remix v5.2.9

There is a bug while switching user.. Screen blackout..

Add more features soon..

Big thanks to devs .. Nice work..
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santi_p:
XT1032 converted to GPE

my phone is a 1032 converted to GPE 5.0.1, can i install the rom or i've to downgrade to 4.4.4 before?
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rezarpado:
good

It worked to perfection hize backup on a flash drive and I made full wipe data and cache dalvik sd, and install from otg pendrive.

Good work, I just like having radioFM of cm12 but mientrs use spirit fm.
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mohsinbravo:
Bootloop

i was on stock 4.4.4 flashed RR LP 5.2.9 with TWRP stuck on bootloop then tried with philz recovery same issue
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Eurofighter_ty:
Can I flash this using TWRP 2.8.4.0 ? and can I restore the backup of original ROM ? (i read here on XDA that TWRP recovery is not compatibile or won't restore backup. Thanks !
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] prajwaldr9:
not getting network

I installed zip in the proper manner as you told.

But I m not getting both the networks.

Tried above method,,

Not working for me also

Please help..