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The flash storage on my nexus 7 seems to not be rewriting like it should, when i pull it up in Windows i can see and delete things from the MTP interface. But when i use a file manager (OI File Manager) i can see the files once more and get an error when i attempt to delete them. i have done the Backup & Reset option within android after attempting a full data reset in ClockworkMod Recovery. At this point i am scratching my head. i am downloading another rom and will flash and post what i get from that.
Anyone else have this strange issue?
I've noticed this as well, anything I delete with ES File Explorer still shows up when it's plugged into my macbook but isn't actually accessible, I'm still on the stock ROM.
jabsys said:
I've noticed this as well, anything I delete with ES File Explorer still shows up when it's plugged into my macbook but isn't actually accessible, I'm still on the stock ROM.
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Have you hoooked up any form of external storage through an adpater? thats the only thing i have done "out of the ordinary" and a complete rom change doesnt fix it
AlanWarrick said:
Have you hoooked up any form of external storage through an adpater? thats the only thing i have done "out of the ordinary" and a complete rom change doesnt fix it
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Nope, not even rooted, not really a big issue since I mostly use airdroid to transfer files but it would be nice to fix it.
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jabsys said:
Nope, not even rooted, not really a big issue since I mostly use airdroid to transfer files but it would be nice to fix it.
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The next thing i am going to do is return to stock, a complete re-flash to see if it empties the storage, I am posting all my theories so that anyone with the same issue could easily follow.
Success!
Using Wugfish Nexus Toolkit, my problem appears to have been solved. whether it is a perminant fix or not has yet to be known.
Ok, so I installed Droidsail to try and move my large games to SD card on my S4 to free up some space.
It didnt work, so I uninstalled it. before I uninstalled it I had changed a setting to 'install new apps on SD card'
Now I'm getting an error: Insufficient Storage Available whenever I try to update or install an app.
This includes trying to re-install Droidsail to fix the setting.
I also tried to install Rom Toolbox, and I successfully installed that!
But superuser is out of date so I cant use it to change the setting
Cant update superuser... see error above.
So does anyone know a way to install an app completely manually? Not involving clicking 'install' at all? or another fix?
Can you flash to stock?
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try sideloaading the app you need from your computer
aawshads said:
try sideloaading the app you need from your computer
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aha! im pretty sure this is what I need to do. but I am a noob with android. I just switched from iphone 5, jailbroken every single idevice since iphone 1 but im still learning android.
how do I do this?
Google.
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Google.
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yea, tried that. I got pages of info on blackberrys. the 2 pages I found about android suggested I just download the apk folder and xfer it to my SD card. Then use a file manager to install. But again I get the same error.
Ok i was looking into flashing stock rom... but I am having trouble finding it. Anyone able to help with that?
Bramilypuzzle said:
Ok i was looking into flashing stock rom... but I am having trouble finding it. Anyone able to help with that?
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Go to the development section and use the search function to find the stock factory ROM and directions to install it. I also suggest you take a lot more time to learn about Android (and the S4 in general) before you do anything else. Good luck.
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Go to the development section and use the search function to find the stock factory ROM and directions to install it. I also suggest you take a lot more time to learn about Android (and the S4 in general) before you do anything else. Good luck.
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I could be an idiot, but it appears that there is no stock rom yet for AT&T s4?
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Ok, so I installed Droidsail to try and move my large games to SD card on my S4 to free up some space.
It didnt work, so I uninstalled it. before I uninstalled it I had changed a setting to 'install new apps on SD card'
Now I'm getting an error: Insufficient Storage Available whenever I try to update or install an app.
This includes trying to re-install Droidsail to fix the setting.
I also tried to install Rom Toolbox, and I successfully installed that!
But superuser is out of date so I cant use it to change the setting
Cant update superuser... see error above.
So does anyone know a way to install an app completely manually? Not involving clicking 'install' at all? or another fix?
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i believe you need to open up a file manager, and delete the odex file of the file you are looking for in root/data/app
Bramilypuzzle said:
I could be an idiot, but it appears that there is no stock rom yet for AT&T s4?
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8 minutes between my suggestion of going to the development section and searching you replying you couldn't find it isn't a very good attempt.
However, you need to restore your phone to the original factory firmware that is supplied by Samsung for the AT&T S4 (i337). There most definitely is a complete thread about this in the Development section. Take a little time and you might find it. I'm not trying to be mean, but if you are not willing to take a little time to look for information and learn about your phone you are only going to screw it up worse.
I doubt you are an idiot (as you stated you might be), I just think you need to learn a little about how these phones work before you end up with a really expensive brick. Good luck.
Try Kies (just as bad an app as iTunes lol)
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Can't just do a factory reset in recovery mode?
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Can't just do a factory reset in recovery mode?
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Yep I would just try this if you can't do ADB or anything like that. Or just go to settings > Accounts > Reset.
Is anybody else having the problem? After I transfered all apps to sd csrd they disappear. Happened twice already..
I am on ktoonsez ketnel with stock mf9. 64gb SanDisk micro sd.
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P1_e85 said:
Is anybody else having the problem? After I transfered all apps to sd csrd they disappear. Happened twice already..
I am on ktoonsez ketnel with stock mf9. 64gb SanDisk micro sd.
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Yep, happens to me also.
You're not really losing the app, just the icon for the link.
Remove the link and replace with the link from the application list.
It's a PITA, I know, but it works.
Still no go. That is my app drawer, I just make folders to organize.
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Nobody has any ideas?
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Try clearing your ram.
When Google talk changed to hangouts my s3 kept the shading for talk but clearing ram fixed it
In case you don't know how
Hold home button> bottom left button> press the ram tab> click clear memory
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Try clearing your ram.
When Google talk changed to hangouts my s3 kept the shading for talk but clearing ram fixed it
In case you don't know how
Hold home button> bottom left button> press the ram tab> click clear memory
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I do this constantly just to free memory. . Thanks for the tip. But that didnt do it. Did I mention the apps do not even work now. Gives error saying not installed
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When this happens, check to see if your SD card is mounted ok or not. (launch your explorer app - ES explorer or MyFiles or whatever app you use to browse files) - and navigate to your SD card to see if you can access the files on it.
(or go to settings/storage/scroll-to-bottom and see if card is mounted)
I have a similar issue happen at start up. The icons are greyed out, but I can still access the application. What gets me is not every app moved to the SD card gets the greyed out icon. It doesn't seem to affect the performance, other than visually for me. The icons have been coming back at varying times, usually if I install a new app, or do some other moving around of things. Unmounting and mounting the card does not seem to have any affect on the icons.
I am new to android, but I figure as long as I can still use the app, it really doesn't bother me too much if the icon doesn't look flashy. I pretty much know where the shortcuts to them are, anyway.
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ObrienDave said:
Yep, happens to me also.
You're not really losing the app, just the icon for the link.
Remove the link and replace with the link from the application list.
It's a PITA, I know, but it works.
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I thought I tried this already, but after two reboots, the icons still seem to be showing the right way again. Cool beans.
No problems with sd card. Mounted fine and can access items with es file explorer. Would it have to do anything with my rom or kernel? Remember I have 64 gb SanDisk. Root stock mf9 with ktoonsez kernel.
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P1_e85 said:
No problems with sd card. Mounted fine and can access items with es file explorer. Would it have to do anything with my rom or kernel? Remember I have 64 gb SanDisk. Root stock mf9 with ktoonsez kernel.
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So I was having the same problem and looking for an answer as well.... Don't know if you tried this but this is what I ended up doing. I'll assume you are on a third party ROM as well as kernel as I was. Well I simply went back to the stock ROM and kernel to fix the problem. Now on reboots there is on occasion my app icons will be grayed out but once the system scans/recognizes the sd-card they usually appear.
At this point I'm not sure if it is the ROM or the kernel, but I have a feeling it is the ROM because I seem to remember running the stock kernel and third party ROM when this started to happen and tried fixing it with a third party kernel.
Hope this helps.
BTW I'm also using a 64GB SanDisk sd
OP is on stock rom. I have the same setup and problem, stock rooted MF9 with ktoonsez and only program that this is happening is Homerun Battle 2. I had to reinstall and quickly move it to internal storage and it stayed after that.
aa1rose said:
OP is on stock rom. I have the same setup and problem, stock rooted MF9 with ktoonsez and only program that this is happening is Homerun Battle 2. I had to reinstall and quickly move it to internal storage and it stayed after that.
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Don't think OP mentioned which ROM, but it is definitely the kernel. Flashed 3rd party ROM with stock kernel and no problems after reboot. Flashed a ROM that included a version of the KT kernel and lost the apps. Went back to stock kernel, reinstalled the apps and redid the move and no more lost apps.
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Don't think OP mentioned which ROM, but it is definitely the kernel. Flashed 3rd party ROM with stock kernel and no problems after reboot. Flashed a ROM that included a version of the KT kernel and lost the apps. Went back to stock kernel, reinstalled the apps and redid the move and no more lost apps.
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"I am on ktoonsez ketnel with stock mf9" as stated by OP
I do agree with you. It looks to be kernel related, not rom related.
aa1rose said:
"I am on ktoonsez ketnel with stock mf9" as stated by OP
I do agree with you. It looks to be kernel related, not rom related.
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I have the exact same problem on MJ7. Apps moved to SD card are grayed out (not all of the moved apps), but they still work.
looking for a fix.
Unable to download certain apps says " insufficient storage available" this is just some apps and there is sufficient storage as I don't have many apps. Also now I keep getting a notification "an application requires your attention" and it's google play services saying it needs an update when I install it it says "insufficient storage available" this started happening after I update to mf9 from the rooted older version. Also my phone now instead of taking only seconds to boot now takes like 2 minutes...
I'm on 4.2.2, mf9, rooted with cf root and I've only done a couple mods hotspot, camera ....
Help please!!!
You probably have extra nandroid backups stored on your device. Try and clear those through cwm?
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Salil999 said:
You probably have extra nandroid backups stored on your device. Try and clear those through cwm?
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how would I go about doing that?
Go to cwm and go to backups and restore. Find an option that says delete backups.
Delete every backup and then make a fresh new one.
How big are your backups, generally?
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Salil999 said:
Go to cwm and go to backups and restore. Find an option that says delete backups.
Delete every backup and then make a fresh new one.
How big are your backups, generally?
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I just deleted it by going to files then clockwork mods and deleted everything in there ... And it still not working....
I usually don't make back ups
Glitterloveglamour said:
I just deleted it by going to files then clockwork mods and deleted everything in there ... And it still not working....
I usually don't make back ups
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When you go to Settings > Storage, which application takes up the most space? Or post a screenshot.
Salil999 said:
When you go to Settings > Storage, which application takes up the most space? Or post a screenshot.
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I downloaded lucky patcher to see if it would work and clear the cashe but it did nothing. I can download any new app just can't update some.
The most space being used is the "system memory" which is using 6gb of data then the next one is apps but that's just 1gb
Glitterloveglamour said:
I downloaded lucky patcher to see if it would work and clear the cashe but it did nothing. I can download any new app just can't update some.
The most space being used is the "system memory" which is using 6gb of data then the next one is apps but that's just 1gb
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Can you post a screenshot?
Hit the "Thanks" button if I helped!
Glitterloveglamour said:
Unable to download certain apps says " insufficient storage available" this is just some apps and there is sufficient storage as I don't have many apps. Also now I keep getting a notification "an application requires your attention" and it's google play services saying it needs an update when I install it it says "insufficient storage available" this started happening after I update to mf9 from the rooted older version. Also my phone now instead of taking only seconds to boot now takes like 2 minutes...
I'm on 4.2.2, mf9, rooted with cf root and I've only done a couple mods hotspot, camera ....
Help please!!!
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Try this old post I wrote but it seemed to work for a buddy of mine recently. Couldn't hurt to try.
I had this exact problem right after doing the hotspot mod off qbkings site. Eventually after clearing cache and resets I couldn't get the phone to make it through boot into Android. It was giving me google.transport errors or something. I gave up and ODINed the stock rooted mf9 rom back to it. Phone is fine now, has been for a week or more, but I'm leary of trying to hotspot mod again...although I really need it.
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I had this exact problem right after doing the hotspot mod off qbkings site. Eventually after clearing cache and resets I couldn't get the phone to make it through boot into Android. It was giving me google.transport errors or something. I gave up and ODINed the stock rooted mf9 rom back to it. Phone is fine now, has been for a week or more, but I'm leary of trying to hotspot mod again...although I really need it.
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Your first problem was using qbkings site for files instead of getting them from the xda forum where the instructions and files are the correct ones. Almost all problems with the hotspot mod are caused by either installing the wrong file or a bad download of that file. You MUST know whether you are "ODEXED" or "DEODEXED", after you know that, then you need to make sure you know what firmware you are on, MF9, MDL, MDC. Once you have that info, you go to crawj's thread in the development section and download the correct zip file and install in recovery. If you matched the correct file with your firmware and odexed condition than you will not have any problems. I can't believe how many people rely on these how to videos that are usually so out of date that they are dangerous to follow.
Spoken like a true know it all...thanks.
Stock rooted MF9 ROM using the MF9 odexed version services files.
Xfered files manually via ESfiles. Causes issues with new installs...
I don't have a custom recovery to flash from. I odexed the ROM in there.
and alot of times, if not most, qbking references the original files on xda.
Try this!
Glitterloveglamour said:
Unable to download certain apps says " insufficient storage available" this is just some apps and there is sufficient storage as I don't have many apps. Also now I keep getting a notification "an application requires your attention" and it's google play services saying it needs an update when I install it it says "insufficient storage available" this started happening after I update to mf9 from the rooted older version. Also my phone now instead of taking only seconds to boot now takes like 2 minutes...
I'm on 4.2.2, mf9, rooted with cf root and I've only done a couple mods hotspot, camera ....
Help please!!!
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Delete the Folder 'lost+found' in the system storage.. Works under CM 10.2
Use lucky patcher.
It shows insufficient storage because some file of the app already exists in your sdcard.(if you had installed the app before and removed)
By using lucky patcher, It automatically finds the unused .odex file and deletes it. You can then install the app successfully without any error
Use lucky patcher.
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That is warez designed to circumvent developers licensing and restrictions and is NOT permitted here on this developers site.
Yeah i had problem with cia app.. I've searched apk name via root explorer and deleted them..
I went Google Play Store and successfully installed without an error
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It shows insufficient storage because some file of the app already exists in your sdcard.(if you had installed the app before and removed)
By using lucky patcher, It automatically finds the unused .odex file and deletes it. You can then install the app successfully without any error
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how can i use lucky patcher to find this unused odex that it preventing me from installing the app?
smithilberry said:
how can i use lucky patcher to find this unused odex that it preventing me from installing the app?
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Just download and install lucky patcher. Open it. It will automatically delete the unused odex. Thats all.
P.S Your phone must be rooted for this process.
Just got the white variant yesterday, rooted using the toolkit in the Dev forum, also updated to 4.3 before that.
Bottom line is when I install titanium, I cant backup because I get a storage space error. I was able to backup once but then none of my apps stick, meaning no backups can be found even tho I just backed them up.
Lastly, I lost root after flashing Slim and Carbon. I have root with PA, though.
Thanks.
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stevew84 said:
Just got the white variant yesterday, rooted using the toolkit in the Dev forum, also updated to 4.3 before that.
Bottom line is when I install titanium, I cant backup because I get a storage space error. I was able to backup once but then none of my apps stick, meaning no backups can be found even tho I just backed them up.
Lastly, I lost root after flashing Slim and Carbon. I have root with PA, though.
Thanks.
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Try changing backup storage location in titanium backup preferences. Hit detect, whole device, then try changing that. I have seen people say use the legacy location in 4.3, but I have had trouble with the storage error using that. Right now storage/emulated/0/TitaniumBackup is checked on mine.
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This is what happens when I do that...
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Try the legacy location. Then hit use the current folder.
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I can't do that, though. My screen shot shows that error when I hit the Detect button. Also, how do I get around the issue if Not enough space when trying to back up. I have the new pro version
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ok my friend couple questions what size is your phone and also do you have backups on there already. Was your backup from 4.2? I ask about that because file system changed and thats why you were instructed to try the other folder options. Now also are you properly rooted and using es file explorer or my favorite root explorer?
There are a few factors to figure out when resolving your issue but your question quite honestly is all over the forum and maybe a little searching may help you find your answer. If not post more here so we can figure it out...
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ok my friend couple questions what size is your phone and also do you have backups on there already. Was your backup from 4.2? I ask about that because file system changed and thats why you were instructed to try the other folder options. Now also are you properly rooted and using es file explorer or my favorite root explorer?
There are a few factors to figure out when resolving your issue but your question quite honestly is all over the forum and maybe a little searching may help you find your answer. If not post more here so we can figure it out...
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Alright, my Nexus is the 16gb white version, a newer one because it has those two little bumps on the back to help against glass damage. Also I updated officially to 4.3...THEN rooted, flashed TWRP 2.6.3.0, flashed PA and installed a handful of apps, including ES EXPLORER. I had a previous version of Titanium Pro, which wouldn't let me backup (got the error stating storage capacity), I tried to choose a different backup location and selected "Whole Device", then immediately get the "no back up folder" error.
I then went to the play store, installed the newest trial version of Titanium...and I WAS able to backup, but as soon as I would restart my phone, the backups would disappear. BUT they backups are still stored in my ES explorer in a default folder: /storage/Titanium/Backups (the text may not be exact but the location is right).
So bottom line is that I can't access the folder which holds my backups...thru Titanium. I can see them when I open ES, though.
Here is a screenshot of my TB folder and showing how much space I have can you do the same
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Here is a screenshot of my TB folder and showing how much space I have can you do the sameView attachment 2289697
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My device is brand new, I have like 12gb left on my phone, so the storage problems is an error.
May I suggest you backing up that folder and doing a complete wipe of your phone but make sure you can transfer a Rom over if needed
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If changing folders does not work and you googled your problem you may have to start o we with a clean device
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Is USB debugging on ?
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xanthrax said:
Is USB debugging on ?
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Yes, tried off too, look at these.
I am by no means a noob, but this one has really got me.
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You shouldn't try off...
Anyway , uninstall it delete its cache and data , flash the latest superSU , reinstall , be sure USB debugging is on , detect and choose legacy folder , if no backup folder detected do a small one , retry to detect and chose legacy , use current location
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stevew84 said:
My device is brand new, I have like 12gb left on my phone, so the storage problems is an error.
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look through here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2201604
xanthrax said:
You shouldn't try off...
Anyway , uninstall it delete its cache and data , flash the latest superSU , reinstall , be sure USB debugging is on , detect and choose legacy folder , if no backup folder detected do a small one , retry to detect and chose legacy , use current location
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and if I still can't even view the folders to choose from when I click on "whole device"? Because that's what happens...anyway I'll try right now.
EDIT: No dice.
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EDIT: No dice.
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What about the backup ? Did it worked ?
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What about the backup ? Did it worked ?
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This is weird, I can back up all of the apps I have installed at the moment, and I can restore those apps...BUT I cannot restore the apps I've backed up previously. But I can now change to the Legacy folder..
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This is weird, I can back up all of the apps I have installed at the moment, and I can restore those apps...BUT I cannot restore the apps I've backed up previously. But I can now change to the Legacy folder..
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So , is fine now ...
And you can restore as well ...
If so , edit the thread name adding "solved "
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i have exact same problem, changed location for tb but still no go, have u find fix?
Jon Bon Jovica said:
i have exact same problem, changed location for tb but still no go, have u find fix?
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No go what ?
Did you flash superSU ?
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