Hello everyone,
I have search the forums for a solution and found no results. I currently have a Lenovo Thinkpad 1 with ice cream sandwich. Is there a way to flash back to honeycomb? I can't seem to find any stock roms or how to for downgrading.
Lenovo don't release any full rom dump.
So il you don't have done a backup with CWR, it's not possible to downgrade.
You must ask for someone to share his backup (I'm also in this case...)
Why would you want to downgrade?
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I have a similar need. I have a 16GB US TPT, it's running the CM9 Alpha, and I can't seem to get it back to stock. I have an nandroid backup, but CWM is acting too flaky to restore anything. If I can get the backup restored, and it's really 3.1, I'd be glad to share.
DeucesAx said:
Why would you want to downgrade?
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The reason for downgrading is because an app we use was made for honeycomb and there is currently no update to ICS for it. If we have a tablet with 3.1, how can I make a backup of that to re-install on the tablets with ICS?
ebiru said:
The reason for downgrading is because an app we use was made for honeycomb and there is currently no update to ICS for it. If we have a tablet with 3.1, how can I make a backup of that to re-install on the tablets with ICS?
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May I ask which app?
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DeucesAx said:
May I ask which app?
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It is an in house app that only runs in honeycomb.
quyTam said:
Lenovo don't release any full rom dump.
So il you don't have done a backup with CWR, it's not possible to downgrade.
You must ask for someone to share his backup (I'm also in this case...)
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I got my hands on a honeycomb tablet. What is the method to install root + cwm? I already tried a couple but all of them are getting the "read only" error.
ebiru said:
I got my hands on a honeycomb tablet. What is the method to install root + cwm? I already tried a couple but all of them are getting the "read only" error.
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300+ views and no help?
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Hello everyone,
I got good news. I have made a backup to honeycomb for the tablet! I am currently testing and will be posting the dump later.
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I rooted my VM Cruz Reader to get app2sd working. So I have a tiny bit of experience rooting a device. I'm still a nooby to Android, and wondering if I should root my A500 (I'd really like to get rid of those goofy "rooms" or whatever they are that Acer added). What's giving me pause is the OTAs. I read recently that HC 3.2 will soon be out, and later this year Ice Cream Sandwich will be out. Will rooting my A500 impede these updates? You can imagine my joy at using the A500 after using a Cruz Reader. Consequently I'm really worried about bricking it. There's a lot of difference between the value of a Cruz Reader and an A500.
Frank
fbales said:
I rooted my VM Cruz Reader to get app2sd working. So I have a tiny bit of experience rooting a device. I'm still a nooby to Android, and wondering if I should root my A500 (I'd really like to get rid of those goofy "rooms" or whatever they are that Acer added). What's giving me pause is the OTAs. I read recently that HC 3.2 will soon be out, and later this year Ice Cream Sandwich will be out. Will rooting my A500 impede these updates? You can imagine my joy at using the A500 after using a Cruz Reader. Consequently I'm really worried about bricking it. There's a lot of difference between the value of a Cruz Reader and an A500.
Frank
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Depending on which version of Droid you're using, you can use either "Gingerbreak", or " Iconia Root" to root your device. Both are easy to use, and you can unroot just as easily and receive OTAs. Before you ask, use the search function on this forum for both the aforementioned programs.
Thanks. I've already read about the roots, and I think Iconia Root will work for me. So if I'm understanding you, you remove the root for the OTA, then re-root? That's it?
Frank
fbales said:
Thanks. I've already read about the roots, and I think Iconia Root will work for me. So if I'm understanding you, you remove the root for the OTA, then re-root? That's it?
Frank
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what it seems like you're missing is tha tthe devs here will have the OTA releases as well and implement the new features/whatever into their roms....if it's anything like any other devices i've had, they will have the rlses before you would get it OTA. No reason I can think of not to root. Just by not getting the OTAs you won't be missing out if you stay current with whatever flavor rom you prefer
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Depending on which version of Droid you're using, you can use either "Gingerbreak", or " Iconia Root" to root your device. Both are easy to use, and you can unroot just as easily and receive OTAs. Before you ask, use the search function on this forum for both the aforementioned programs.
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Now using the tool to root are you sure that using it to unroot will allow ota to be received.?
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M..N said:
Now using the tool to root are you sure that using it to unroot will allow ota to be received.?
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Yes!
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Yes!
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You positive I wanna be completely sure before I do it
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I am rooted and still received ota today and installed it successfully....rooting doesn't hamper ota....unless you change files like build.prop...
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Wrong section...
I'm still up in the air with the whole rooting thing for a tablet, don't get me wrong I'm not a noob at it as I have a rooted, rommed, themed DroidX, but I justndont feel the need for it on my tablet. And of course I'd have to go back reread everything on how to for this tab which I did for my dx and takes alot of time. Just curious is there a fail safe for tabs for instance my DX has a SBF fail all bricked all emergence fix, is there such a method for my iconia?
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Rooting won't block OTA's. However, it allows you to do plenty of things that WILL block OTA's.
There is an app in the market called Voodoo RootKeeper. It's suppose to backup your super user permission. Meaning you can unroot with a click and then re-root with a click. Which would work great with OTA downloads without losing root. Has anyone tried this with their Xoom?
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There is an app in the market called Voodoo RootKeeper. It's suppose to backup your super user permission. Meaning you can unroot with a click and then re-root with a click. Which would work great with OTA downloads without losing root. Has anyone tried this with their Xoom?
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Try it and let us know. If it works it would be awesome.
I was looking for someone with a little more "steel" than my self.
You mean brass balls?
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You mean brass balls?
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No I mean balls of steel.
Reading it more closely, it looks like it wouldn't help much if you have a custom Rom or kernel, just if you're rooted stock. Then you could use it to take an OTA update and then reroot. That would be cool.
okantomi said:
Reading it more closely, it looks like it wouldn't help much if you have a custom Rom or kernel, just if you're rooted stock. Then you could unit to take an OTA update and then reroot. That would be cool.
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It also would be a viable tool to use for apps that won't except root. Such as movies in the Market. You could switch to unroot download movies then switch back to root when you're done.
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It also would be a viable tool to use for apps that won't except root. Such as movies in the Market. You could switch to unroot download movies then switch back to root when you're done.
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But is that because of root or a custom Rom/kernel?
okantomi said:
But is that because of root or a custom Rom/kernel?
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Interesting! My understanding is it's because of root access so this SHOULD work...!!
burden010 said:
Interesting! My understanding is it's because of root access so this SHOULD work...!!
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Will you try it for us and report back? ;^)
okantomi said:
Will you try it for us and report back? ;^)
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I'll try it tomorrow before I flash the new Eos nightly. Actually, there's a chance it might not work with ICS I guess. I'll try it anyway.
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I'll try it tomorrow before I flash the new Eos nightly. Actually, there's a chance it might not work with ICS I guess. I'll try it anyway.
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Yes! Finally we get a guinea pig...ahem..a brave soldier for the cause!
Ha. I installed the app then was unable to unlock the screen. I was panicking until I realised I'd just changed the pattern!
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Doesn't seem to work on ICS. Installs OK but doesn't show device as rooted. Also there's no unroot option so can't test properly. Similar feedback on the Market for Galaxy Nexus owners.
Ah well, I tried!
Thanks for sticking your neck out! Too bad it didn't work.
Look at the following description and choose the right one.
(1) Flash back to stock rom and stock recovery via easy unroot.
(2) Re-root via nachoroot
(3) Install OTA rootkeeper.
(4) Wait for ICS. Call in sick everyday if you have to. Keep mashing the check for update button.
That seems like a lot of pain when the devs are certain to adopt the ICS Asus rom as base to their custom roms.
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Is there a reason for flashing back to stock and rerooting rather than just using OTA Rootkeeper?
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Is there a reason for flashing back to stock and rerooting rather than just using OTA Rootkeeper?
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Because if you rooted via nvflash then you won't be able to do an OTA update even if you have ota rootkeeper. Trust me, I've already tried it all.
Hi
I'm on revolver rom, I'm not root with nvflash but razorclaw ( sbkv2 )
I do make your tutorial or I can install OTA Rootkeeper on revolver rom ?
Thanks
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billouetaudrey said:
Hi
I'm on revolver rom, I'm not root with nvflash but razorclaw ( sbkv2 )
I do make your tutorial or I can install OTA Rootkeeper on revolver rom ?
Thanks
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I have an SBKv2 transformer and I followed this guide, which worked fine:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1438433
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I have an SBKv2 transformer and I followed this guide, which worked fine:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1438433
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Thanks but I don't understand why return on Stock rom? Maybe developer update revolver rom to ICS ?
Sorry for my english...
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billouetaudrey said:
Thanks but I don't understand why return on Stock rom? Maybe developer update revolver rom to ICS ?
Sorry for my english...
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Well sure. That might be. But that will take time.
Some people want the ICS update the very second it is out. Reverting to stock allows them to get it the second it is out without waiting for ROM developers to update and retweak their ROMs for a new major Android-version, a process which most likely will take some time.
Besides. I like to know how the stock experience is before going for something different. If stock is good enough, I see no reason to rely on custom ROMs.
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Well sure. That might be. But that will take time.
Some people want the ICS update the very second it is out. Reverting to stock allows them to get it the second it is out without waiting for ROM developers to update and retweak their ROMs for a new major Android-version, a process which most likely will take some time.
Besides. I like to know how the stock experience is before going for something different. If stock is good enough, I see no reason to rely on custom ROMs.
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It should take only an hour or two to push out a rooted build. Will probably actually get it before being the ota build.
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billouetaudrey said:
Thanks but I don't understand why return on Stock rom? Maybe developer update revolver rom to ICS ?
Sorry for my english...
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OTA update will not work if you're on a custom ROM or have CWM recovery.
Stock but rooted ROM is OK
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OTA update will not work if you're on a custom ROM or have CWM recovery.
Stock but rooted ROM is OK
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I've heard CWM shouldn't prevent an OTA update from going through. From someone in this forum. Referring personal experience.
That said, I agree about custom firmwares.
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I've heard CWM shouldn't prevent an OTA update from going through. From someone in this forum. Referring personal experience.
That said, I agree about custom firmwares.
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I'm confused as to why anyone would say that. OTA updates from asus are implimented through the stock recovery.
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I'm confused as to why anyone would say that. OTA updates from asus are implimented through the stock recovery.
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They say the dled ota zip can be handled and installed fine through cwm. I don't know, just repeating what I've heard.
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They say the dled ota zip can be handled and installed fine through cwm. I don't know, just repeating what I've heard.
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The OTA update will not automatically install if CWM is installed like it is the case on a completely stock TF.
Therefore some people adjust the OTA update (remove recovery and add root) and publish this so you can install this with CWM. See developer forum.
The original OTA update also include recovery update (where CWM is installed) and remove root. You can use OTA rootkeeper to avoid loosing root.
Summary:
- root with stock rom and stock recovery will allow OTA update from Asus but you loose root; use OTA rootkeeper to avoid loosing root
- root with stock rom and CWM recovery will not allow OTA update from Asus; use adjusted OTA update and install with CWM (keeps root and CWM)
- custom rom, then no OTA update possible; just wait for update of developer custom rom
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Well sure. That might be. But that will take time.
Some people want the ICS update the very second it is out. Reverting to stock allows them to get it the second it is out without waiting for ROM developers to update and retweak their ROMs for a new major Android-version, a process which most likely will take some time.
Besides. I like to know how the stock experience is before going for something different. If stock is good enough, I see no reason to rely on custom ROMs.
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Ok I undertand, so I'm not this people
I prefer wait I'm very patient
Thanks you
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Ok I undertand, so I'm not this people
I prefer wait I'm very patient
Thanks you
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Well, stock has gone a long way from back in May. Back then, I went with custom roms because they were more stable and smoother to work with. Recently, I flashed back to stock and have been using it daily. Could not tell the difference between stock and custom rom anymore. Asus, or google, has done a good job at stabilizing and improving the original stock rom.
When ICS comes out, I will at first use stock. Then I will try out custom ICS roms. I'll evaluate them on a regular day to day usage. I don't care much for all the tests that people do. I'm a realistic guy. I believe in reality.
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Besides. I like to know how the stock experience is before going for something different. If stock is good enough, I see no reason to rely on custom ROMs.
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Sorry that just made me laugh. A stock rom being good enough would mean no need for custom roms and so far, not one single device has had one. Not even vanilla rom's from Google themselves.
why go to all this hassle,when its out the devs will release a stock rom that doesnt remove root, then with in about 24/48 hrs dev tweaked roms will appear
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Is there a reason for superuser being preinstalled in this repacked WW rom? Kind of defeats the purpose of "stock" doesnt it?
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why go to all this hassle,when its out the devs will release a stock rom that doesnt remove root, then with in about 24/48 hrs dev tweaked roms will appear
SENT FROM MY TRANSFORMER and its on KRAKD
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Is that all it'll take is a day or two for a CWM flashable Ice Cream Sammach rom to pop out?
Hi!!!
How to root for Acer_A500_7.014.14_041.203.01_COM_GEN1.
My IconiaTab:
Firmware Acer IconiaTab A500 Android 3.2.1 (Acer_A500_701414_COM_GEN1) RUS
CMW (Acer Recovery Installer)
CWM_ACER_A500_701414_COM_GEN1[root].apk
Wait for you help
Yes please does anyone know yet how to root Acer a500 with official pics update from Acer? I received the update at midnight . I really want to gain root again for my dim app. I'd appreciate if anyone has a link or can help.
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Oh forgot to mention my tablet is the Gen 2 and received the update Us Louisiana.
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Updated this morning and rooted using this thread in Dev section : Full root for A500 ICS 4.0.3[LEAK]. Simple method. My build is Acer_AV041_A500_1.033.00_PA_CUS1
Interesting I used tegraowners black thunder root 6.0 and successfully rooted my tablet after official updated Acer a500. My build number is the 1.033 Gen 2. However on this black thunder root my build number is not listed as supported but it worked and rooted my tablet. Does it make any difference?.. also what is the remount app for?
Successfully rooted Acer a500 gen2 after official Acer update
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Acer update halted
Hi all, just got off the phone with Acer Australia, they said that the update has been put on hold until May 17 to iron out some bugs with the update itself.
Wasnt sure where to post this, so if anyone can link it to where it needs to be...
Thanks
trying root Full root for A500 ICS 4.0.3[LEAK] and patched boot loader acer-a500.ru/proshivki/4345-acer-ics-a500-001900221031-a501-0001-unblockeuucwm-403-fguy-23042012.html
Any news abiut this ?
Does anybody rooted the official ICS ?
thx!
lechuga said:
Any news abiut this ?
Does anybody rooted the official ICS ?
thx!
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Yes I rooted the official ics with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520469
I wish there was a way to root without using (shudder) Windows. I hate to admit there is a copy in my house...
geneven said:
I wish there was a way to root without using (shudder) Windows. I hate to admit there is a copy in my house...
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Seriously?
oh brother
sRDennyCrane said:
Seriously?
oh brother
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My thoughts exactly...
Who cares how you get root?!
Well, of course everyone has a copy of Windows conveniently located. I mean, it's a law, isn't it?
I admit I have sinned and don't have one that is easy to get to. I usually don't use it. Please don't burn me at the stake.
as am I
I'm also looking for root for official ICS release from Friday.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520469 is the link I used to root official pics.
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I wish there was a way to root without using (shudder) Windows. I hate to admit there is a copy in my house...
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I'm a windows chik but I am trying to break the addiction forced upon me since birth...have u seen this? didn't read it all, but may be of use to you...
Root and patched bootloader installed. I'm happy
0) Update by OTA to ICS4.0.3 from HC3.2.1
1) 'Full root for A500 ICS 4.0.3[LEAK]' Yes. It's root and very easy root!!!!
2) '[GUIDE] Installing ICS V3 unlocked bootloader and custom recovery(1-M-2012)'. Yes. Unlocked bootloader and thor2002 recovery. Using blackthund3r ATX flash tool method!
It's fantasic! YES!!!!!!!!!!!!
Confirm that! It's work, thanks
daltz01 said:
Hi all, just got off the phone with Acer Australia, they said that the update has been put on hold until May 17 to iron out some bugs with the update itself.
Wasnt sure where to post this, so if anyone can link it to where it needs to be...
Thanks
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Thanks mate. I have been checking every day since the initial release. Now I can quit doing so until May 17 then.
Was looking every where to see if anyone in Australia had received it.
Cheers.
EDIT: this is not quite true. My tab notified me of the update a couple of hours ago. I am still downloading now.
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EDIT: this is not quite true. My tab notified me of the update a couple of hours ago. I am still downloading now.
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Really!!!!!!! hope that hits us over the ditch.....bummer, just after i switched my b/l to ics oh well, good chance to try out a downgrade i guess....
Dear bros, I am really frustrated since it's been months since I had this robot down error when I tried to upgrade my rom via OTA.
I am stil using the original 4.1.2 and every time I got OTA for 4.2.2, I had this error. I read many posts and I understand there's different ways to fix the problem but I didn't manage to success. Could someone read the attached error information and kindly let me know what should I do?
Really appreciate for the help in advance.
Update your CWM.
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oushouseki said:
Dear bros, I am really frustrated since it's been months since I had this robot down error when I tried to upgrade my rom via OTA.
I am stil using the original 4.1.2 and every time I got OTA for 4.2.2, I had this error. I read many posts and I understand there's different ways to fix the problem but I didn't manage to success. Could someone read the attached error information and kindly let me know what should I do?
Really appreciate for the help in advance.
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dparrothead1 said:
Update your CWM.
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Unfortunately I don't think updating CWM will help, I suggest you try to install TWRP, flash the ROM, then re-install CWM if CWM is your favorite (or you have CWM backups) but yeah, TWRP is your best bet right now.
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Unfortunately I don't think updating CWM will help, I suggest you try to install TWRP, flash the ROM, then re-install CWM if CWM is your favorite (or you have CWM backups) but yeah, TWRP is your best bet right now.
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I don't know how TWRP or CWM are related to OTA failure but I am definitely going to try install / update them tonight, thanks bro!
oushouseki said:
I don't know how TWRP or CWM are related to OTA failure but I am definitely going to try install / update them tonight, thanks bro!
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If you want to update to 4.3 get the images for your device from here https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images, uncompress and run the flash all scrip inside. Be sure to backup your d data as you will lose all of it (including internal sd).
This will update your hboot and radio to the latest version.
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If you want to update to 4.3 get the images for your device from here https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images, uncompress and run the flash all scrip inside. Be sure to backup your d data as you will lose all of it (including internal sd).
This will update your hboot and radio to the latest version.
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Thank you! I am getting excited about this!
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Thank you! I am getting excited about this!
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Dya know what, I apologise.
I'm thinking I'm on a completely different device here.
Yes do as the above post said and source from Google Developers.
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Dya know what, I apologise.
I'm thinking I'm on a completely different device here.
Yes do as the above post said and source from Google Developers.
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Wha?
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Wha?
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I deleted my post. I thought you post was from op.
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