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[Q] Best way to FULLY backup W/O Root

Hi everyone, not long ago I rooted my N7, all was well untill the 4.1.2 update came along. I updated my N7 and low and behold I've lost root.
I want to root again, but I don't want to loose all my apps etc AGAIN!
What is the best way to FULLY backup my N7 so that when I root again, I can restore it to its former glory?
Shall I use the in-built Backup function?
Copy and paste everything to laptop?
Any apps that make a FULL backup?
THANKS !

Im just using Mike's toolkit to backup, hope this is a good method

a bit off-topic.. rooting wont make u lose ur apps, if properly done of course..
only unlocking the bootloader factory resets the device.. since u have rooted before, ur bootloader should be unlocked already..

iamelton said:
a bit off-topic.. rooting wont make u lose ur apps, if properly done of course..
only unlocking the bootloader factory resets the device.. since u have rooted before, ur bootloader should be unlocked already..
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You were right mate, haha thanks !
I went through all the backing up etc, rooted it and lost nothing, silly me !

[Q] Unlock without wipe?

Has anyone figured out a way to unlock this device without having it do a factory reset?
What's the reason for the wipe anyways? I don't understand why this has to happen.

I guess it's impossible, but you can try Carbon Backup to backup your apps+data, it works without root
Sent from my Nexus 7 running Android 4.2.2

I actually have root and titanium backup but it's a pain to backup and restore. Would be nice if the device simply didn't rest itself when unlocked.

Maybe one day the app "Boot Unlocker for Nexus Devices" will support the Nexus 7
Sent from my SK17i running Android 4.1.2

Yeah, something like that is what I'm looking for.
I wonder what method the app uses to unlock other devices.

xxbeanxx said:
I actually have root and titanium backup but it's a pain to backup and restore. Would be nice if the device simply didn't rest itself when unlocked.
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Weird question how did you root without unlocking bootloader? and why do you need to unlock the bootloader, if you're already rooted?

clockcycle said:
Weird question how did you root without unlocking bootloader? and why do you need to unlock the bootloader, if you're already rooted?
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I relocked after flashing su (for security reasons). I don't have a need to unlock again right now but wanted to know if it was possible just in case I wanted to flash a zip in the future.

xxbeanxx said:
I relocked after flashing su (for security reasons). I don't have a need to unlock again right now but wanted to know if it was possible just in case I wanted to flash a zip in the future.
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Ok, makes sense. I did the same thing and couldn't find a way either, and just went at it the same way as initially, wiping.

I've heard that the rationale for forcing a memory wipe when unlocking the bootloader was to protect your data in case your device fell into the wrong hands. If someone steals it and can't get past your lockscreen, they won't be able to get to your device's memory via usb. They can try unlocking the bootloader, but that will wipe the device's memory clean. The thief will be able to use your device but the data is safe. If the bootloader is unlocked, the thief can plug in the phone or tablet, go mucking around in your files, and steal your identity as well as your device.
This is why using a device with an unlocked bootloader is not as safe as using one that is locked. It is also why a new security feature was added to 4.2.2 and adb, although I haven't plugged in my Nexus 7 to find out how it works.

getoffmylawn said:
I've heard that the rationale for forcing a memory wipe when unlocking the bootloader was to protect your data in case your device fell into the wrong hands. If someone steals it and can't get past your lockscreen, they won't be able to get to your device's memory via usb. They can try unlocking the bootloader, but that will wipe the device's memory clean. The thief will be able to use your device but the data is safe. If the bootloader is unlocked, the thief can plug in the phone or tablet, go mucking around in your files, and steal your identity as well as your device.
This is why using a device with an unlocked bootloader is not as safe as using one that is locked. It is also why a new security feature was added to 4.2.2 and adb, although I haven't plugged in my Nexus 7 to find out how it works.
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Thats a good reason.
4.2.2 on my nexus 4, when I plugged it into the pc, a box poped up on the n4 asking perrmission showing the pc's key..

FWIW, I found this.. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2068207

[Q] Unlock bootloader without wipe on stock 4.4.2 (no root)

Hello, fisrt I read the similars others thread and I didn't find my answer.
I have my Nexus 4 since february 2013, so I have lots of data and apps which can't be saved even with adb backup (Rovio Games, GTA 3, Jetpack, Rayman, Sonic, etc.). So I don't want to lose it. However, I need to root my N4 for titanium Games backup, Xposed Framework, busybox...
I have learnt that there is a manip to unlock bootloader without wipe BUT (it's from 2013 so) I didn't find if it still works on 4.4.2 (KOT49H) with the bootloader MAKOZ30d. Please quickly answer me.

You unlock the bootloader, put a custom recovery on, and then root. Unlocking the bootloader has nothing to do if you're rooted our not.
Unlocking the bootloader will wipe your device. no way to get around that
Sent from my Nexus 5

Bokoblin said:
Hello, fisrt I read the similars others thread and I didn't find my answer.
I have my Nexus 4 since february 2013, so I have lots of data and apps which can't be saved even with adb backup (Rovio Games, GTA 3, Jetpack, Rayman, Sonic, etc.). So I don't want to lose it. However, I need to root my N4 for titanium Games backup, Xposed Framework, busybox...
I have learnt that there is a manip to unlock bootloader without root BUT (it's from 2013 so) I didn't find if it still works on 4.4.2 (KOT49H) with the bootloader MAKOZ30d. Please quickly answer me.
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you can use android tuner to back-up apps with data and restore them later

I have edited the sentence : without root (makes nosense) --> without wipe. I said that because it exists but I don't know if it already works on 4.4.2. I will try your app ttheodotou

Bokoblin said:
I have edited the sentence : without root (makes nosense) --> without wipe. I said that because it exists but I don't know if it already works on 4.4.2. I will try your app ttheodotou
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Backup is for root user in your app.

[Q] Easiest way to root 4.4.4 without data loss?

hi all i want to root my nexus 4 but i can't risk data loss is there an easy way to root the phone anything not too technical, I'm not good with this, i used easy root toolkit for my sony and samsung, i haven't seen anything similar yet for nexus 4. thanks in advance guys cheers

is it helps I'm on a mac running mavericks the latest version, i forgot the password for my windows pc lol

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is it helps I'm on a mac running mavericks the latest version, i forgot the password for my windows pc lol
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If you really dont know anything please use Toolkit. I recommend you to learn commands,usefull for long run.

Can you tell us more about your phone? Bootloader unlocked?
Anyway, here you go
forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/general/tutorial-how-to-root-access-unlocking-t2341103

Towel Root
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If you have a custom recovery like CWM or TWRP, you just need to download the SuperSU zip from their website and flash the zip in recovery

i haven't done anything to the phone yet, its as it would be out of the box just with my apps and settings on. Would towel root work on 4.4.4? and how would i check if my boot loader is locked or unlocked? thanks

Just check my guide on how to root the nexus 4 without wiping data. It explains how to use Towelroot to root the device and how to unlock the bootloader then (if desired). You may find it in the stickies

[Q] Unlock Bootloader and downgrade to JB

I would really like some clarification on unlocking the bootloader and downgrading to JB to make sure that I don't mess anything up as this phone is pretty much my only way of accessing the internet and most people.
I want to downgrade for several reasons, the first one being that I was using FoxFi for the wifi hotspot mode so my family could get online and surf the web, then one day my phone decided that it wanted to be on KitKat and I couldn't stop it. Once that happened I noticed I could no longer use Wifi Hotspot mode, which was a bummer, but I just started placing my unlimited data sim card into the SCH-LC11 Jetpack we no longer used and I was back in business with the hotspot when I needed it even with the hassle of switching out the sim card. Eventually my sim card kinda got worn out and stopped working so I had to get it replaced, now if I place the new sim card in the Jetpack it no longer works and I have no idea why it doesn't since it works fine in my phone.
So now I want to downgrade to have the wifi hotspot mode back, and because my phone seems to be slower and just all around sluggish with this KitKat update.
I'm not sure where to begin though, what do I need to do to unlock the bootloader? Will unlocking it erase everything on the phone? How do I downgrade to JB in the easiest, noob friendly way possible? Can I get rid of the OTA pop up that constantly tries to update to KitKat after I downgrade? I just don't want any surprises before attempting something that might make my phone a brick.
Sorry for the wall of text. D:

First you'll need to root using towelroot just download install and run the app on your device (and by the way you can enable WiFi tether on KitKat I use stock kk following that guide with unlimited data using the stock mobile hotspot app... )Any who then unlock your boot loader just download install and run the app directly on your device... Then the downgrade... There is another method of downgrading here but I believe the first way would be better for you... As far as if it will wipe your data the unlock and root won't as far as the downgrade I don't really know ask/read that XDA downgrade how to... Hope this helps...
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Down grading WILL erase everything on your INTERNAL memory. So if you haven't done so already, get an external micro sd card and move important files onto it. To keep call and text logs I use a free app from the play store called My Backup Root. It will back up apps and pictures too. But again,... Make sure you save it all too the external sd card (external 1) . you can also save things into your computer (if you have one) or goggle drive app.
Now your ready for the downgrade.
The only way that I am familiar with, is using and running a free program from a PC, it's called RSD Lite.
Then you will need to download onto the PC the Droid RAZR M XT907 Jelly Bean Firmware from the droid developers SBF website. The file is known as an FXZ File or SBF FILE.
Next, and probably the most important step,.. You might have to edit the FXZ file if your getting getvar errors. I would provide a link but I don't have the link handy, sorry. You can find the steps required to perform the edit on Google, I did.
Finally with your phone on 100% battery (trust me on this) place your phone into AP Fastboot mode, connect it to your PC (with latest Motorola device drivers already installed), and run your edited FXZ file through RSD Lite.
It is best to use your original factory USB cable that came with the phone if you still have it.
Do NOT disconnect the phone or turn off the PC while it's running the downgrade. It will brick the device.
Everything I just described can be found in easy step by step video or written instruction by doing a Google search.
I hope this helped. Good luck. I was able to down grade all the way back to the original ICS 4.0.4 Motorola firmware one of my RAZR Ms.

ezknives said:
First you'll need to root using towelroot just download install and run the app on your device (and by the way you can enable WiFi tether on KitKat I use stock kk following that guide with unlimited data using the stock mobile hotspot app... )Any who then unlock your boot loader just download install and run the app directly on your device... Then the downgrade... There is another method of downgrading here but I believe the first way would be better for you... As far as if it will wipe your data the unlock and root won't as far as the downgrade I don't really know ask/read that XDA downgrade how to... Hope this helps...
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I forgot to mention that my phone is rooted, and that I already tried to do the enable wifi tether on KitKat. It softbricked my phone and it wouldn't boot further than the Motorola M logo. I booted into AP Fastboot and ended up installing the KitKat update with RSD lite to get it back working. I don't know why enabling wifi tether didn't work, but I'm a little afraid of trying it again lol
Thank you both for your replies. Is that OTA pop up going to continue to appear every few hours or will it be gone?

If it does there's an apk/s you can freeze or rename to .bak... It may be discussed in the downgrade thread... Or search for the name of them on here or Google... That's odd you soft bricked using that method there's also a xposed module to... But that's neither here nor there as your wanting to downgrade...
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I remember looking for ways to stop the OTA pop up back when I was on JB, but most of it didn't seem to work and it updated anyway. However, I think I ended up losing root so my options were limited and I still had a locked bootloader of course, so maybe this time it will be different.
Again, thanks for all your replies and help.
Update: I got it unlocked, and downgraded. No hiccups or any troubles. I just need to figure out how to get root again lol thanks for all your help!!

Try the towelroot... I had it work on the .3 jb version.. Or fastboot twrp and flash SuperSU zip
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