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Full Back Up???

Dear Friends,
Is there a way to do a full backup from Wizard memory? I'd like a backup that if I have formated my Wizard, just use this back up to restore the way the moment that I backed up and then don't need install anything else case the back up will restore include the programs and settings.
Regards,
Fredy

FredyOliva said:
Dear Friends,
Is there a way to do a full backup from Wizard memory? I'd like a backup that if I have formated my Wizard, just use this back up to restore the way the moment that I backed up and then don't need install anything else case the back up will restore include the programs and settings.
Regards,
Fredy
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I have used SPB Backup many times on both my MDAs. I have done this because of Flashing ROMs frequently without any problems. SKTOOLS is another backup app. Some of the ROMs have another Backup app which I have not used, so I cannot talk about them.
I also use PPCPimBackup to backup my Contacts and Calendar. It is free and can be found doing a search.

I've been using Sprite Backup for a couple of years now (since WM2002) and have been very satisfied with the product and the tech service.
www.spritesoftware.com

Here is a site to check comments on both backup apps. This may help you to decide on what you would like to try. One is free the other costs.
http://www.spbclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10134

Dear Friends, thanks both to answer my question.
I have one more doubt. Is these programs that you suggest do a full backup? Like as, I´ll click in one button in these programs and all my cell phone will be back up and then, when I format it, just click in another button in these programs and my cell phone will back to the point that I did the back up?
I´d like some program that do this way the back up.

FredyOliva said:
Dear Friends, thanks both to answer my question.
I have one more doubt. Is these programs that you suggest do a full backup? Like as, I´ll click in one button in these programs and all my cell phone will be back up and then, when I format it, just click in another button in these programs and my cell phone will back to the point that I did the back up?
I´d like some program that do this way the back up.
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Yes, I have flashed a new ROM or did a Hard Reset and then restored and it was back to what I had when I did the Backup.
I just click on one button to activate program, gives me option to do Full Backup, click on Yes, takes about 7-10 minutes then done and Reset. I store backup on my SD Card. To restore, just click on Backup file.exe and takes about 7 - 10 minutes. Very simple.

Dear Friend,
Then it´s exactly that I want. Can u send me this program?
Sorry, but what´s the name of this program?

FredyOliva said:
Dear Friend,
Then it´s exactly that I want. Can u send me this program?
Sorry, but what´s the name of this program?
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You may purchase the program from this site.
http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/products/backup/?en

Dear Friend, really thanks by the suggestion. I downloaded the program from PPCWarez and it worked perfecty.

Flash new ROM and keep data?

Hi all,
I know this might be a bit silly, but i've loads of apps installed and i want to avoid having to reinstall all of them.
Is it possible to install a new ROM while keeping all your data and apps? If so is it advisable?
Cheers

Hi. U can use SPB Backup and do a full backup which will backup everything including phone settings preferences. Its great and i use it all the time.

rumz82 said:
Hi. U can use SPB Backup and do a full backup which will backup everything including phone settings preferences. Its great and i use it all the time.
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In my experience this method is not fool proof and does bring the possibility of registry and application association problems.
So do bear this in mind if you start to experience unexpected results.

bobtastic said:
Hi all,
I know this might be a bit silly, but i've loads of apps installed and i want to avoid having to reinstall all of them.
Is it possible to install a new ROM while keeping all your data and apps? If so is it advisable?
Cheers
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I use Silent_UC which re-installs/updates the newly flashed rom in several ways, which helps a lot. PIMBackup for contacts/text messages. CHTEditor for manilla links.
But is there one thing that does it all safely, the answer is no.

pa49 said:
In my experience this method is not fool proof and does bring the possibility of registry and application association problems.
So do bear this in mind if you start to experience unexpected results.
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I agree to a certain extent.Issues,if any, would be with certain tweaks such as manila/sense that do not work with all roms. It really is ROM dependant i guess. To tackle this issue in the past,what i did/do,is install certain tweaks or apps that are compatible with all ROMS and manila versions(after a fresh flash/reset)& do a full backup.This backup i like to call "basics". This includes phone settings aswell ie: Preferred ringtones, backlight settings etc. I then restore this backup each time i flash another rom,and its worked perfect for me so far. I then install other apps if want. Got to be honest,since i flash different roms often,i tend not to install alot of apps,only the ones i use regularly such as memmaid,resco explorer and the likes.
Sorry to go all long mate forgive me! just trying to explain my experience

Thank you all for your replies. I'll look into the back programs. Can't believe i didn't think of that!
Cheers!

Try Sashimi. A pretty nifty tool I found through the formums. It seems like a pretty complex tool, but seems like people who flash a lot, love it for keeping their apps intact after flashing.

Backing up my HD2

Hey all,
I know this is a newbie-ish question but i want to update my HD2 with a new rom and im aware i need to back everything up, my questions are:
1.whats the best program to back up
2. what will backing up actually back up? And what will i loose? i.e contacts/messages/apps etc..
3. any other tips on backing up will be much appreciated.
4. anyone just wanna do it for me 
Thanks in advance.

i Suggest you SPB BackUp; it allows you to backup Everything on your phone, (contacts,messages, registry, etc.. and also the apps (but i'm not sure o.o)
It's not free, but let you a try for a period.
http://spb.com/products/backup/?en
EDIT: if your contacts are connected with their Facebook profile, you lose this relations when restore the agenda o.o'

djchubbs said:
Hey all,
I know this is a newbie-ish question but i want to update my HD2 with a new rom and im aware i need to back everything up, my questions are:
1.whats the best program to back up
2. what will backing up actually back up? And what will i loose? i.e contacts/messages/apps etc..
3. any other tips on backing up will be much appreciated.
4. anyone just wanna do it for me 
Thanks in advance.
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Backing up and restoring anything other than PIM details across a different ROM flash its asking for trouble and its not recommended.
Use Myphone and all sync info will be to hand when needed.
Reinstall as many of your apps as possible to phone mem this will keep the phone running as sweet as possible.

Or 'PIM Backup' from DotFred
I use this one

pa49 said:
Backing up and restoring anything other than PIM details across a different ROM flash its asking for trouble and its not recommended.
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restoring a complete system (ALL data) is fine even after flashing a different rom. When using SPB backup you just have to make sure that you run the restore in "ROM upgrade mode". SPB Backup prompts you to do this automatically when it detects that the rom running isnt the same as the one the backup was created with.

Audio Oblivion said:
restoring a complete system (ALL data) is fine even after flashing a different rom. When using SPB backup you just have to make sure that you run the restore in "ROM upgrade mode". SPB Backup prompts you to do this automatically when it detects that the rom running isnt the same as the one the backup was created with.
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Sorry to disagree, but, Ive seen too many problems happen by doing this. Never seen any by not doing it!!!!!!!!
However, it's all advice and can be taken or not as the reader sees fit.

thanks for the advice guys, one thing, when installing spb backup does it make a difference where i install it? ie device or storage card?

pa49 said:
Sorry to disagree, but, Ive seen too many problems happen by doing this. Never seen any by not doing it!!!!!!!!
However, it's all advice and can be taken or not as the reader sees fit.
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You are right to state that you should use caution but i personally have never had an issue when using rom upgrade mode.
I use it all the time! (On all my devices)

djchubbs said:
thanks for the advice guys, one thing, when installing spb backup does it make a difference where i install it? ie device or storage card?
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Doesnt make much difference... i always install all of my apps onto the storage card as it saves re-installing them after a hard reset or if you have a new device.
The only items i install to main memory are the ones that are integral to the system ie/ task managers, manila mods etc

I think the best way for a complete backup is sashimi application and its plugin makisu
sashimi is not very simple but, once you've configured it how you want, you can be sure you'll have the same apps, same tweaks, same registry improvements, same email settings, same wifi settings and so on.
So you can change rom whenever you want, without waste time to re-configure and re-install and so on.
sashimi can do also a backup of your personal informations, but for these I recommend PPC-PIMBackup (the easyest and simply the best for these kind of stuff)
There is also a dedicated forum
Give it a try, I use it with satisfaction
greetings

Flashing and updating question

Hi, I'm still debating whether to flash my first cooked ROM, one of the Energy series.
My question is: the chef keeps issuing updates to address bugs. So if I flash the latest, will an update require yet another reflash to the updated ROM, or is it just an upgrade without reflash? The former would put me off flashing.
The question applies to all cooked ROMs, I guess.
Thanks and sorry for the noob question.
David

I'm newbie'ish....and my thoughts are yes you have to re flash everytime errors to bugs are dealt with......but flashing new ROM's becomes addictive as crack! I started off slowly with doing a new ROM every month.....which went down to weekly......then to every couple of days....then just to see what other chefs have put out there....now i'm satisfied with a weekly flash, hope this helps......no doubt someone will add more tech info to your question soon

Reflashing
And you reinstall all your apps every time? Argh! I couldn't do it. And no amount of automation will take away the pain. That's why I'll never become a ROM addict.
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I'm newbie'ish....and my thoughts are yes you have to re flash everytime errors to bugs are dealt with......but flashing new ROM's becomes addictive as crack! I started off slowly with doing a new ROM every month.....which went down to weekly......then to every couple of days....then just to see what other chefs have put out there....now i'm satisfied with a weekly flash, hope this helps......no doubt someone will add more tech info to your question soon
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blazehops said:
I'm newbie'ish....and my thoughts are yes you have to re flash everytime errors to bugs are dealt with......but flashing new ROM's becomes addictive as crack! I started off slowly with doing a new ROM every month.....which went down to weekly......then to every couple of days....then just to see what other chefs have put out there....now i'm satisfied with a weekly flash, hope this helps......no doubt someone will add more tech info to your question soon
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Then how to backup everything (such as contacts, sms, installed apps etc.) and then put them back to the new ROM? Thank you!

blackblue2005 said:
Then how to backup everything (such as contacts, sms, installed apps etc.) and then put them back to the new ROM? Thank you!
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sync contacts and what not with activesync, or mobileme or whatever, (sms will need mobileme or whatever its called, activesync to outlook wont do them), and keep all teh cabs for the apps that you use in a folder on storage card called autoinstall, and (99% of) cooked roms will install them automatically when you flash.

samsamuel said:
sync contacts and what not with activesync, or mobileme or whatever, (sms will need mobileme or whatever its called, activesync to outlook wont do them), and keep all teh cabs for the apps that you use in a folder on storage card called autoinstall, and (99% of) cooked roms will install them automatically when you flash.
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I see. Many thanks! But even with this auto installation, I guess I have to re-add those apps' icons manually back to the quick lunch screen, don't I? I am just wondering is there a single application that helps one to do this backup and resync?

set up your quick links how you want them, run (on the pc) ceregeditor, export the key
hklm\software\htc\manila\home, then after the flash import it again, or use wince cab manager to turn it into a cab.

samsamuel said:
set up your quick links how you want them, run (on the pc) ceregeditor, export the key
hklm\software\htc\manila\home, then after the flash import it again, or use wince cab manager to turn it into a cab.
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Many thanks for all your replies! They are really helpful to those who want to flash ROMs periodically.

[Q] How to update between Updates on SD builds Americanandroid

Hi All,
I apologize im a noob just learning my way around android and was wondering how to perform this update properly without messing anything up. I have done some searching and found some brief explanations, but was wondering if someone could possibly give me a little more thorough "how to" explanation on how to update between SD builds. Specifically AmericanAndroid 2.3.5 to the newest 2.3.7 American SD build. From what I understand i have to copy and replace the "old" android folder with the "new" update one and overwrite everything except the data.img file?? if this is correct again, if someone could explain in nooby words id appreciate it! Thanks in advance!!

shane1diamond said:
Hi All,
I apologize im a noob just learning my way around android and was wondering how to perform this update properly without messing anything up. I have done some searching and found some brief explanations, but was wondering if someone could possibly give me a little more thorough "how to" explanation on how to update between SD builds. Specifically AmericanAndroid 2.3.5 to the newest 2.3.7 American SD build. From what I understand i have to copy and replace the "old" android folder with the "new" update one and overwrite everything except the data.img file?? if this is correct again, if someone could explain in nooby words id appreciate it! Thanks in advance!!
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Yep this is completely correct. Just overwrite all the files but keep the old data.img.

Nigeldg said:
Yep this is completely correct. Just overwrite all the files but keep the old data.img.
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So i just copy and paste new Android folder into the old one, then at that point prompts will come up asking if i want to overwrite them, and click yes to all of them except for data.img?? or is there another method? Do i remove the new data.img file from the new before overwriting? Also, will This will keep all my themes and homescreen configuration the same? or will it wipe out everything? would you happen to know of a thread that explains this in detail by chance? Thanks for your help.

shane1diamond said:
So i just copy and paste new Android folder into the old one, then at that point prompts will come up asking if i want to overwrite them, and click yes to all of them except for data.img?? or is there another method? Do i remove the new data.img file from the new before overwriting? Also, will This will keep all my themes and homescreen configuration the same? or will it wipe out everything? would you happen to know of a thread that explains this in detail by chance? Thanks for your help.
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Yeah that works just fine, just make sure you don't overwrite the old data.img or you could lose all your data. In fact, you should probably make a backup of it to guarantee its safety, just copy and paste it onto your hard drive/USB somewhere. Everything will remain the same as before, just the build will be updated with new features from the new version.

Nigeldg said:
Yeah that works just fine, just make sure you don't overwrite the old data.img or you could lose all your data. In fact, you should probably make a backup of it to guarantee its safety, just copy and paste it onto your hard drive/USB somewhere. Everything will remain the same as before, just the build will be updated with new features from the new version.
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Perfect! Thanks. i feel much more confident about going into it. Sorry about all the questions. i usually just go for the most part by trial and error, but being this is my wifes phone, and she hates losing settings etc i wanted to make sure i had this pretty much figured out. again really appreciate all your help!