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[HOWTO] Pull rom.zip from a RUU.exe

this shows how to pull a rom.zip from a RUU.exe just in case you ever need it like i did...
i take no credit for this, all credit goes to EDDYOS over at the sensation forums
Thank you!
How to Extract the ROM from an RUU.exe
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10509780&postcount=102

Page not found for me.
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not found for me either.

scotty1223 said:
not found for me either.
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The OP copied and pasted the text instead of the link. oops

I think this is what he was referencing: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10509780&postcount=102

dlsolo said:
I think this is what he was referencing: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10509780&postcount=102
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Thanks dlsolo for fixing it before I could get to it...
Op link has been fixed though

App to download apks from market?

I am rooted on cm7.
Sent from my HTC Vision using Tapatalk

So like the market in gapps?
Sorry, I'm being an ass.
I just saw *Link Removed* this today.

biohazrd51 said:
So like the market in gapps?
Sorry, I'm being an ass.
Yes I also saw that yesterday but I remember someone posting something while being rooted them being able to go into some sort of temp folder and grabbing what they just downloaded on their g2.
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scottmog said:
Yes I also saw that yesterday but I remember someone posting something while being rooted them being able to go into some sort of temp folder and grabbing what they just downloaded on their g2.
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If you already downloaded it on your g2, the apk file should be in data/app
You need a Root explorer like 'ES File Explorer' for it to acces the map.
Or isnt that your question?

Pietfoef said:
If you already downloaded it on your g2, the apk file should be in data/app
You need a Root explorer like 'ES File Explorer' for it to acces the map.
Or isnt that your question?
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Well, if you have the directory for where I can find my downloaded apks then sure. Do you?

biohazrd51 said:
So like the market in gapps?
Sorry, I'm being an ass.
I just saw *Link Removed* this today.
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Please see FAQ from apk-downloader where it states:
Is is against Android Market’s ToS?
- I’m afraid that it is. Please read Section 3.3 for more information. So again, you at your own risk.
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As XDA Forum Rules specifially state "Don't get us in trouble.", please refrain from posting such that would violate any Terms of Service. Link removed.
Also let me remind you that XDA does not promote the use of Warez so if it is the intent of the OP to reproduce paid APK's by asking this info, you may want to go elsewhere.
Thank you.

My apologies TRM. I was at work when I saw that and didn't get to read up on it. Thank you for removing the link.

Exactly why I didn't realy want to use it.
I got es file explorer and went into /system/app directory but it only shows the stock apks. It doesn't show the downloaded apks from the market... all the settings are enabled for root visibility... what am I doing wrong?
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Afaik I don't think you can just grab them. There are means of obtaining the apk files which I won't talk about, and don't PM me about it. Now, if you want those said apks for backup purposes, just install titanium backup.
Sent from my ghdudsjihfr using dhhcdfhuf.

I use a certain app from market that allows you to pull the APK of an already installed app so you can sideload on another device. My particluar use is taking apps that aren't available for my tablet from my phone and transfering it over (Tiny Tower, Contacts, etc...)

TheRomMistress said:
Please see FAQ from apk-downloader where it states:
As XDA Forum Rules specifially state "Don't get us in trouble.", please refrain from posting such that would violate any Terms of Service. Link removed.
Also let me remind you that XDA does not promote the use of Warez so if it is the intent of the OP to reproduce paid APK's by asking this info, you may want to go elsewhere.
Thank you.
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Scottmog has the link quoted and still available

Use ES File Manager, press menu, select app manager. U will see all the app that u already install. Hold the icon for the app & select backup. U will get the apk.
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aDeQ666 said:
Use ES File Manager, press menu, select app manager. U will see all the app that u already install. Hold the icon for the app & select backup. U will get the apk.
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Short and sweet, thank you for that answer.
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scottmog said:
Short and sweet, thank you for that answer.
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Ur welcome.
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[Root][CWM][Unbloat] A200 one click tools

Hi everyone,
Today we have a one click root tool and an unbloat tool. Both work very well and I in no way take credit for these tools.
First off is SimpleTool by hbwelch.
This tool creates a one click bootloader unlock, root, and clockworkmod CWM recovery.
It works great and I have tested all three functions.
Download: AcerA200 SimpleTool V2
The unbloat tool by Toffy seems to work well. I do have a hand full of apps that still refuse to let me remove them but at least we can get rid of most of it.
I was told this link was not in my best interest to be hosting so it has since been taken down
These developers can be found at the Acertabletforum website.
Thank you to hbwelch and Toffy for your work!

Acer A200 BRICKED. cannot mount /data /sdcard
delete

The "Unbloat" tool has a bunch of copyrighted APKs in it. It's probably not allowed here on XDA

blackthund3r said:
The "Unbloat" tool has a bunch of copyrighted APKs in it. It's probably not allowed here on XDA
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I would say if anything it is questionable ground. The tool is only trying to remount the apps so they can be removed. It isn't exploiting the copyrighted material.
Can .apks even be copyright protected?

Wetzel402 said:
I would say if anything it is questionable ground. The tool is only trying to remount the apps so they can be removed. It isn't exploiting the copyrighted material.
Can .apks even be copyright protected?
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Download the tool zip and you'll see that the actual APKs are in there. The tool /should/ just move them via ADB. It would make for a tiny download too
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk 2

blackthund3r said:
Download the tool zip and you'll see that the actual APKs are in there. The tool /should/ just move them via ADB. It would make for a tiny download too
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk 2
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That would make more sense. I didn't create the tool though. Until I am certain the tool is against XDA policy I will keep it available. I don't believe there is anything wrong legally with simply having the APK. If that were the case Titanium Backup could also be in the wrong by backing up your system apps to a user accessible location.

Wetzel402 said:
That would make more sense. I didn't create the tool though. Until I am certain the tool is against XDA policy I will keep it available. I don't believe there is anything wrong legally with simply having the APK. If that were the case Titanium Backup could also be in the wrong by backing up your system apps to a user accessible location.
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Well no Titanium doesn't break any laws because it doesn't upload your APKs to rapidshare
I don't mind the tools being available but I wouldn't want you being banned for trying to help either the mods can get quite pedantic sometimes. I've already had a week's ban and I didn't even upload anything illegal to xda. I think I posted a link to a forum that was deemed bad. Lolol
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk 2

blackthund3r said:
Well no Titanium doesn't break any laws because it doesn't upload your APKs to rapidshare
I don't mind the tools being available but I wouldn't want you being banned for trying to help either the mods can get quite pedantic sometimes. I've already had a week's ban and I didn't even upload anything illegal to xda. I think I posted a link to a forum that was deemed bad. Lolol
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I hear they frown upon linking to other forums. I think I will just take your advice and take it down. It doesn't work 100% anyway. :highfive:

Wetzel402 said:
I hear they frown upon linking to other forums. I think I will just take your advice and take it down. It doesn't work 100% anyway. :highfive:
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Yeah particularly [email protected]
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk 2

i can't find simple tools
hello,
i try to root my A200 but i can't find the simple tools V2. All the links are dead.
even in the acertabletforum...
Would someone help me?
thanks for all

Took me awhile to find it as well
Email me and I will send you the file. [email protected]
chriskleia said:
hello,
i try to root my A200 but i can't find the simple tools V2. All the links are dead.
even in the acertabletforum...
Would someone help me?
thanks for all
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thanks
tricom2007 said:
Email me and I will send you the file. [email protected]
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Thanks for the answer. I send you an email!

tricom2007 said:
Email me and I will send you the file. [email protected]
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I need these files as well. Been trying to find a good link for hours!! Sent you an email
Thank You in advance

hallo i am new here..
sorry i cant speak english can anywhere speak german??
i need for my A200 iconia tab simple tools V2..
can you send me it
my email
[email protected]
thanks

By chance do you have a way to return it back to stock??? Unroot. I'm getting a endless bootloop and cant get the stock bootloader back. everylink i try has expired or is dead. Please help. This is for the iconia a 200 tab

black72cat said:
By chance do you have a way to return it back to stock??? Unroot. I'm getting a endless bootloop and cant get the stock bootloader back. everylink i try has expired or is dead. Please help. This is for the iconia a 200 tab
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Try the return to stock option in my ROM installer.

no luck is there another way? i have gmail and dropbox will this help?

I uploaded to my Copy account and edited the link above.

Wetzel402 said:
I uploaded to my Copy account and edited the link above.
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Trying DL now TY
And Joined COPY too

can someone email me the file for simpleroot also please
[email protected]

[DISCUSSION] Root Achieved....System Apps Safe To Remove

Now that we have root access, lets keep track of which system apps are safe to remove for the time being until custom ROMs are out.
I'll start playing around with them now and report as I go.
Would love others who are removing files to chime in as well
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Removed, Rebooted and my phone did not catch fire or crash (most of these are pretty obvious)
**Please note, a few of these bloat apps have to removed from both /system/app and /data/app to fully remove**
AmazonShopping_TMO.apk
BonusApp_TMO.apk
BooksTablet.apk
ChatON.apk
com.mobitv.client.tmobiletvhd.apk
ECID-release_TMO.apk
Flipboard.apk
GameHub_2.0_ICS.apk
MoreServices.apk
PlusOne.apk
SamsungApps.apk
SamsungAppsUNA3.apk
Videos.apk
Vvm_TMO.apk
Not sure what these do so I'm not removing them yet but they appear to be bloat
===FURTHER RESEARCH SHOWS THE FOLLOWING===
Appears they're something to do with Carrier IQ
IQ-tmobile-release-unsigned.signed_TMO.apk <---WiFi Calling? logo shows "Carrier IQ"
IQ_OOB_TMO.apk <---Not sure
IQToggle.signed_TMO.apk <---Not sure
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MobileLifeContacts_TMO.apk
PolarisViewer.apk
Talk.apk (is this Google Talk?)

Restoring data only from my SGSII now...will report back.

OK, removing those freed up a ton of RAM.
Free RAM is currently showing at 1.2GB (before it was ~800 or less if I'm not mistaken).
Only things really just "sitting" there now (in the running apps) are AllShare Play, MAPServiceSamsung, Media, Media Hub and MobileLife Contacts...besides what's usually there like keyboard, Maps, Google Services, etc.

Restore was successful! All data back----NICE!
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Ran out of thanks for the day, but THANKS!

zonly1 said:
Restore was successful! All data back----NICE!
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Ran out of thanks for the day, but THANKS!
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Nice! Glad to know it worked

Does this really work? Is it safe?
Where are you getting root instructions? Development section? The Sprint root?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

dave2metz said:
Does this really work? Is it safe?
Where are you getting root instructions? Development section? The Sprint root?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium
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Yeah, go to the development section and there is a link to the Sprint root. It works absolutely perfectly. If you'd like, I'll take a screenshot of BusyBox and the /system/app through Root Explorer.
On topic, does anyone have information on the files I have listed as not sure? I think the three IQ files are Carrier IQ related (not sure what this is).
EDIT- Researched CarrierIQ...didn't realize I knew what it was lol. Wonder if it's safe to remove them though...

In addition:
I'm using ROM Toolbox BTW:
Talk Back
TMobile Name ID
TMobile TV
S Suggest
S Memo
Yahoo Finance
Yahoo News
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dave2metz said:
Does this really work? Is it safe?
Where are you getting root instructions? Development section? The Sprint root?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium
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Always have a Nandriod...if all else fails, restore!

zonly1 said:
In addition:
I'm using ROM Toolbox BTW:
Talk Back
TMobile Name ID
TMobile TV
S Suggest
S Memo
Yahoo Finance
Yahoo News
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Always have a Nandriod...if all else fails, restore!
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Yeah, all of those I already removed and listed in the OP besides S Suggest/Memo and Yahoo Finance/News.
I'll play around more tomorrow. I have a splitting headache right now. Time for bed.

I hope there is a way to remove carrier IQ.

neotoky said:
I hope there is a way to remove carrier IQ.
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I'm sure someone will release a rom with it removed. I know alother of custom s2 Rom had it removed.

zonly1 said:
In addition:
I'm using ROM Toolbox BTW:
Talk Back
TMobile Name ID
TMobile TV
S Suggest
S Memo
Yahoo Finance
Yahoo News
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Always have a Nandriod...if all else fails, restore!
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Is Nandroid an App that we download?

neotoky said:
I hope there is a way to remove carrier IQ.
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I already have it done!
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

FiveOhFox said:
I already have it done!
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Yeah I found those three files that appear to be Carrier IQ. Is that what you removed?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

uoY_redruM said:
Yeah I found those three files that appear to be Carrier IQ. Is that what you removed?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium
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I'll have to check, I removed a ton of apps all at once so I'm not sure which ones were CIQ. But it sure as hell isn't there!

FiveOhFox said:
I'll have to check, I removed a ton of apps all at once so I'm not sure which ones were CIQ. But it sure as hell isn't there!
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These are the three files I'm talking about:
IQ-tmobile-release-unsigned.signed_TMO.apk
IQ_OOB_TMO.apk
IQToggle.signed_TMO.apk
When you google the top apk it comes back something about WiFi calling, just an FYI. No info found on the other two. I'm assuming its CarrierIQ though. If you click the IQ-tmobile.release-unsigned.signed_TMO.apk with RootExplorer then click "view" and search through the files, you'll find an icon file and the icon is CarrierIQ.
Beyond all the files I've already removed, there aren't much more to take off unless you want to remove core features that you might not use such as AllShare, MediaHub, etc. Stuff like that, though, I'll wait for others to tinker with lol. Those could be linked to system files.
Like I said though, I'm up to about 1.1-1.2GB free RAM

I'm still a newbie and can't see the development section yet. Is rooting the phone really hard or is it something you install that does it for you like a one click root back in the Vibrant days?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using XDA

smtzy said:
I'm still a newbie and can't see the development section yet. Is rooting the phone really hard or is it something you install that does it for you like a one click root back in the Vibrant days?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using XDA
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As of now, the only way is to use Odin and flash the needed files. This isn't the vibrant where you can just flash the update.zip file
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Deodexing a flashable zip right now! Standby, I should be done soon!

kulzboy said:
As of now, the only way is to use Odin and flash the needed files. This isn't the vibrant where you can just flash the update.zip file
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Thanks for the reply. I guess I'll have to wait a while until my post counts start accumulating to be able to root my phone.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using XDA

I've got the kitkat OTA zip file for dual sim version[download link provided]

The file name is Blur_Version.14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.03.zip
If someone need this zip, I can upload it.
It is from a friend. For myself, I haven't received the push yet. But since I have already root my phone, I can't update my phone using this zip file.
As far as I know, you need put this file into /Cache and reboot to apply this update. If I flash stock rom to my phone, then I can't access the /Cache directory.
So either way, this file is useless to me.
Is there anyone can find a way to apply this update?
download link: https://app.box.com/s/8a7h7kqs8r73aqezgfyn
Here is one mirror by Allewar
https://www.dropbox.com/s/w3lg9b3g2b8utp7/Blur_Version.14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.03.zip
another mirror by jparasu
http://d-h.st/WM6
and standalone install method by jparasu, too.
KITKAT 4.4.2 for MOTO G DUAL SIM ASIAN RETAIL
Step1: Download the zip from above link and place it in your SD CARD
Step 2: Restart your Phone, it will now prompt your for a update, Click on update!
Step 3: If step 2 didnt work, switch off your phone
Step 4: Press Volume Down (Press this first) and Power Button for 3 to 5 seconds
Step 5: Navigate to Recovery..
Step 6: Select update from SDCARD option
Step 7: Select .Zip which you downloaded and place in your phone
Step 8: Sit back and relax it takes 5 to 10 mins to update
Step 9: Restart your phone.. You have got Kitkat!! Enjoy.

allan163 said:
The file name is Blur_Version.14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.03.zip
If someone need this zip, I can upload it.
It is from a friend. For myself, I haven't received the push yet. But since I have already root my phone, I can't update my phone using this zip file.
As far as I know, you need put this file into /Cache and reboot to apply this update. If I flash stock rom to my phone, then I can't access the /Cache directory.
So either way, this file is useless to me.
Is there anyone can find a way to apply this update?
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omg please upload it!
I really want it and I'll be sharing it with some friends too
THANK U

Allewar said:
omg please upload it!
I really want it and I'll be sharing it with some friends too
THANK U
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+1

Allewar said:
omg please upload it!
I really want it and I'll be sharing it with some friends too
THANK U
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Ok, I will upload it, by the way, can you find a way to apply this update?

allan163 said:
Ok, I will upload it, by the way, can you find a way to apply this update?
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My phone is unrooted so I guess i'll just have to copy it to my sd card and reboot.
I don't know what is the procedure for rooted phones tough.
But you can always unroot, update and then root again =p

Allewar said:
omg please upload it!
I really want it and I'll be sharing it with some friends too
THANK U
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even i in the area,i not yet get it,so pls upload it so everyone else in my forum can get it too,you'll have my thanks

kernelbase said:
+1
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+1, asap please! I assume that's the OTA for the Australien (Asien) variant, right?
JohnnyT

nickchk said:
even i in the area,i not yet get it,so pls upload it so everyone else in my forum can get it too,you'll have my thanks
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Since I'm a ''new" user here, outside url are blocked.
I need post at least 10 posts
please wait

johnnyt76 said:
+1, asap please! I assume that's the OTA for the Australien (Asien) variant, right?
JohnnyT
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no, it is for Asia area, as you can tell from the file name: Blur_Version.14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.0 3.zip
area code 03 means HongKong and Taiwan

donate 1 post here. please upload faster. thanks

allan163 said:
Since I'm a ''new" user here, outside url are blocked.
I need post at least 10 posts
please wait
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Can you send me the link by PM? So I can post it here faster?
Or you can also send it by email
> allewar(at)outlook.com

nice one dude, wait for the upload. Thanks a ton

distinctly raiverea
allan163 said:
no, it is for Asia area, as you can tell from the file name: Blur_Version.14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.0 3.zip
area code 03 means HongKong and Taiwan
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honestly if this is the file name you want to sell us the 4.3 firmware here.
thanks for trying anyway,
JohnnyT

more69 said:
donate 1 post here. please upload faster. thanks
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I mean I need at least post 10 posts. Thanks for supporting anyway.

btw isn't system version "14.85.4.falcon_umtsds.AsiaRetail.en.03" Android 4.3? because I have a dual sim phone and it shows this version. Hopefully the OTA contains kitkat for this system versions.

johnnyt76 said:
honestly if this is the file name you want to sell us the 4.3 firmware here.
thanks for trying anyway,
JohnnyT
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first time using motorola? Moto name their update file base on previous firmware.

johnnyt76 said:
honestly if this is the file name you want to sell us the 4.3 firmware here.
thanks for trying anyway,
JohnnyT
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Yeah. Just realised that's still jelly beans.

Here it is guys, the link to download I recieved by PM
http://pan.baidu.com/s/1bn6BUtL

Allewar said:
Can you send me the link by PM? So I can post it here faster?
Or you can also send it by email
> allewar(at)outlook.com
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Sure, I've sent you a PM.

Allewar said:
Here it is guys, the link to download I recieved by PM
http://pan.baidu.com/s/1bn6BUtL
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Thanks, downloading now. but baidu china abit slow at my place