hi does anyone know how to do a complete reflash what am talking about is so its like bring new so there is no random crap on it i.e old files from a rom mainly asking as i've reflash the tft with the flashtool and the files are still there and am not sure why :S
does anyone have any ideas on how i can fix this so i can start from from a complete fresh start
Make sure u tick wipe data in flashtool
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drsanket_xperia_u said:
Make sure u tick wipe data in flashtool
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thank you for the info it seems i did over look this option
it seems it didn't work at all for me even ticking wipe (all 4 boxes was ticked) and still the damn! apps are still there that i don't want also this causes slight problems with roms aswell
Its impossible
If u reflash the ftf wid flashtool wid wipe data option ticked
Wonder what is happening wid urs
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Which ftf r u trying to flash? Cn u tell the name?? Would b useful I guess
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am using ST25i_6.1.1.B.1.10_Generic_World.ftf am not sure if there is any other's i should be using :/
aceado said:
am using ST25i_6.1.1.B.1.10_Generic_World.ftf am not sure if there is any other's i should be using :/
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Did you do a hard reset aftre flash? It might help too
aceado said:
hi does anyone know how to do a complete reflash what am talking about is so its like bring new so there is no random crap on it i.e old files from a rom mainly asking as i've reflash the tft with the flashtool and the files are still there and am not sure why :S
does anyone have any ideas on how i can fix this so i can start from from a complete fresh start
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Factory reset wipes all phone data, but it doesn't wipe the User data, which is usually stored in internal memory. Internal memory is partitioned for the system's use, and for your usage.
If you wipe internal memory, it will truly be a factory phone, but you'll lose all photos, music and other items which were on the internal memory ( or internal storage ). For example, in my device, even after i do a hard reset, I still retain pictures I took, as they are stored in the internal memory.
You can access that in Settings->Storage. You can see how much is used and erase all content too.
I hope this is what you are looking for !
well all i want to do is get it back to complete stock any files that is deleted or wiped isn't a issue nor a problem, all i want to do if remove these apps that shouldn't even be there
i forget to add its both rooted and has cwm on it aswell if this helps in anyways
i've fixed via cwm i did a factory reset/delete data
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Hi guys,
I tried to do a full wipe to remove everything from the SGS2 but everytime I do, it keeps some settings and files when flashing a new ROM.
A few months back I took my SGS2 to the repair center and when I got it back (3 months later (yeah.. )) everything was gone from my phone!
So my question is: how did they manage to remove everything? I tried wiping cache, installing wipe roms and do a wipe from the recovery menu.
Hope you guys can help me out
Try reinstall stock rom through Odin...that wipes everything !
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Try reinstall stock rom through Odin...that wipes everything !
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I did that several times (firmwares from samfirmware.com) but didn't work for me..
Will try again now with the latest ICS leak
Maybe those settings are being restored from your google account. When signing in for the first time, do not select the option to restore data.
If you factory restore the phone or do a clean install ALL data will be deleted from the phone.
Can't remember it, but search for the key pad code fire hard reset.
I think it is *2767*3855
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Can't remember it, but search for the key pad code fire hard reset.
I think it is *2767*3855
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you are missing a #. so it is *2767*3855#
it wipes everything.
after doing this there is no turn back.
and remember not to switch phone off for atleast 1 minute after doing this.
mariosraptor said:
you are missing a #. so it is *2767*3855#
it wipes everything.
and remember not to switch phone off for atleast 1 minute after doing this.
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Why 1 minute ? U mean after operagion completes or just after entering the command..
Because it depends on data size if ur storage is full than it take quite some time... If ur internal storage is empty than its a matter of seconds...
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Why 1 minute ? U mean after operagion completes or just after entering the command..
Because it depends on data size if ur storage is full than it take quite some time... If ur internal storage is empty than its a matter of seconds...
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after full boot. cache is being built up.
About your files, try formatting your SD card.
Story:
First a factory reset from the phone.
I have wiped all, battery stats, user files, caches and Dalvik cache, all you can wipe from Clockwork.
Then I formated everything that you can format in Clockwork.
After this I flashed original firmware (unbranded version though) from Odin.
I got rid of the problems I had except one.
Every time I reboot the phone warns that I lost connection for roaming, until I start internet.
Only I have roaming disabled in settings.
Also there was STILL files left in the phone, the folder and files accepted via bluetooth on internal sd card.
I don't know if there's anything else left but these files showed up in Gallery.
How can this be after I reset, wiped and formatted everything? Makes no sense to me.
I really have no idea what to do.
Cant find anything similar in threads to find sollutions from.
And it seems to be pointless to wipe and reformat yet another time.
Any tips at all to get me started would be really great!
You have to manually delete everything. Clockwork does not delete storage files.
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have u tried flashing the latest modem ?
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joshnichols189 said:
You have to manually delete everything. Clockwork does not delete storage files.
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I know, I meant the system reset, wipe and formats.
But even in CW there is options to format system amongst other tings, that should have done it I think?
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have u tried flashing the latest modem ?
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Hmm.. no I haven't.
Samsung support thinks the 3G chip is broken? I don't know about that?
So anytime I flash a new rom I keep getting the same bookmarks I've already deleted, but they seem to come back for some reason. I've used root explorer to look wrought my device but can't seem to find anything related, it must be a folder that I can go in and remove permanently. Anyone know of a solution? Only happens when I flash a rom, just flashed back to stock and bookmarks I previously removed are gone makes no sense. Thanks
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So anytime I flash a new rom I keep getting the same bookmarks I've already deleted, but they seem to come back for some reason. I've used root explorer to look wrought my device but can't seem to find anything related, it must be a folder that I can go in and remove permanently. Anyone know of a solution? Only happens when I flash a rom, just flashed back to stock and bookmarks I previously removed are gone makes no sense. Thanks
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It makes some sense, as the emmc (internal storage card) retains all files previously flashed to the device, or downloaded.
With the exception of (android /secure , dalvik, cache , system , and other files that are deleted by using the recovery during a wipe.
The rest of the files, including data, remain on the emmc partition of the internal storage.
The method by which you wipe the device is very important . And just as important, is any type of data restore you perform after flashing a new rom .
Most developers clearly state a "FULL " wipe when coming from any other rom, and full includes the following :
Wiping data
Wiping cache
Wiping dalvik cache
Wiping system. (Bear in mind that many new roms clean the system partition for you while the flash process loads the new rom )
Based on the above method, the device is rendered "clean "
But even then , data from previous builds "does " remain on the device in the emmc partition.
Book marks being left over is a pretty basic leftover, and can likely be found in an internal folder named " thumbnails ", or "bookmarks " etc. And it can be deleted with a long press of the file and the problem is gone.
If you have no obvious folders showing these bookmarks , then a more complete wipe is needed.
My method for this is very simple, and is performed prior to flashing the new rom. I simply go into recovery (I only use the recovery to flash, never rom manager etc) and I format the emmc partition in the advanced menu.
WARNING !!!
Formatting the emmc partition "will " erase all data from your device ...
So any valuable files , pictures , hot chicks phone numbers etc ...will be gone.
To save this data, simply copy/paste it to your external storage prior to wiping and flashing, and you can move it back once your new build is up and running ....
Sorry for the long reply, but I hope this helps you, and other users to perhaps better understand the flash method, and what causes these little hickups of data always coming back ....g
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It makes some sense, as the emmc (internal storage card) retains all files previously flashed to the device, or downloaded.
With the exception of (android /secure , dalvik, cache , system , and other files that are deleted by using the recovery during a wipe.
The rest of the files, including data, remain on the emmc partition of the internal storage.
The method by which you wipe the device is very important . And just as important, is any type of data restore you perform after flashing a new rom .
Most developers clearly state a "FULL " wipe when coming from any other rom, and full includes the following :
Wiping data
Wiping cache
Wiping dalvik cache
Wiping system. (Bear in mind that many new roms clean the system partition for you while the flash process loads the new rom )
Based on the above method, the device is rendered "clean "
But even then , data from previous builds "does " remain on the device in the emmc partition.
Book marks being left over is a pretty basic leftover, and can likely be found in an internal folder named " thumbnails ", or "bookmarks " etc. And it can be deleted with a long press of the file and the problem is gone.
If you have no obvious folders showing these bookmarks , then a more complete wipe is needed.
My method for this is very simple, and is performed prior to flashing the new rom. I simply go into recovery (I only use the recovery to flash, never rom manager etc) and I format the emmc partition in the advanced menu.
WARNING !!!
Formatting the emmc partition "will " erase all data from your device ...
So any valuable files , pictures , hot chicks phone numbers etc ...will be gone.
To save this data, simply copy/paste it to your external storage prior to wiping and flashing, and you can move it back once your new build is up and running ....
Sorry for the long reply, but I hope this helps you, and other users to perhaps better understand the flash method, and what causes these little hickups of data always coming back ....g
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Appreciate the response but yes I always do a wipe data/factory reset, followed by wipe cache partition and than wipe delvick cache. So you're saying format/system in advance menu of CWM should fix the issue? Thanks
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Appreciate the response but yes I always do a wipe data/factory reset, followed by wipe cache partition and than wipe delvick cache. So you're saying format/system in advance menu of CWM should fix the issue? Thanks
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No...
It's a format of the emmc partition in the advanced recovery menu..
It effectively wipes "everything " from the internal area of the device. And eliminates all transient data from the phone.
But remember, to "move " any files of value ....or their toast ...LOL
It's very useful if coming from say ....a gingerbread rom to jelly bean. And you can imagine what happens if you mix the two ...g
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No...
It's a format of the emmc partition in the advanced recovery menu..
It effectively wipes "everything " from the internal area of the device. And eliminates all transient data from the phone.
But remember, to "move " any files of value ....or their toast ...LOL
It's very useful if coming from say ....a gingerbread rom to jelly bean. And you can imagine what happens if you mix the two ...g
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Ok found it mounts and storage submenu, so format/emmc thank you.
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Ok found it mounts and storage submenu, so format/emmc thank you.
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Yep ....then once the rom is flashed, it will only load the files needed to run the rom .....
Super clean .....just like new ....g
gregsarg said:
Yep ....then once the rom is flashed, it will only load the files needed to run the rom .....
Super clean .....just like new ....g
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Couldn't find any folders containing bookmarks or thumbnails that I would be able to remove. Thanks again for the info.
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Always welcome ...g
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Always welcome ...g
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Didn't work this is so frustrating .
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Anyone else that might have a clue how to resolve this issue? The above didn't work at all. Never had this issue with my skyrocket.
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Nevermind think I resolved the problem, think SQLite Editor will do the trick.
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Sounds good ...
The emmc format is not always needed ...obviously ....g
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If your good now ...
Place the word "solved " in the thread title.
It helps other users to find answers, and keeps the threads clean ...
Thank you !!....g
I just install skyfire web browser from the market. It allows you to delete any and all bookmarks. After deleting I uninstall skyfire. No more unwanted bookmarks!
The only other possibility is , Google servers are restoring your bookmarks when you sync.....g
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The only other possibility is , Google servers are restoring your bookmarks when you sync.....g
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Been away for a bit but ya you're right...is there anyway of not allowing this to happen besides the obvious unchecking the 2 options when syncing.
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Been away for a bit but ya you're right...is there anyway of not allowing this to happen besides the obvious unchecking the 2 options when syncing.
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Well ....
Not that I know of ....
But not allowing the device to sync is a drag ....
If I remember correctly ....another user some time ago ....went to their Google account and shut down the sync option for the browser , but left the contacts and other stuff on ...
If you have a stock type rom using the stock browser ...you can kill just the browser sync option and the other sync stuff can still be used.
I'm sure several other roms are capable of this also ...but rooted stock builds for sure ...g
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Well ....
Not that I know of ....
But not allowing the device to sync is a drag ....
If I remember correctly ....another user some time ago ....went to their Google account and shut down the sync option for the browser , but left the contacts and other stuff on ...
If you have a stock type rom using the stock browser ...you can kill just the browser sync option and the other sync stuff can still be used.
I'm sure several other roms are capable of this also ...but rooted stock builds for sure ...g
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There has to be a way to perm remove those saved bookmarks though without having to disable sync, just makes no sense why Google would backup those bookmarks smfh.
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Agreed ....
But then again ....they keep everything ....and spam you with it later.....LOL
Check the Google side ....I know it can be turned off somehow ....g
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Agreed ....
But then again ....they keep everything ....and spam you with it later.....LOL
Check the Google side ....I know it can be turned off somehow ....g
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Ya tried checking my gmail acct on my laptop, searched everywhere but couldn't find anything :/
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I'll take a look and see what I can find ...
If I find the super secret ninja code ....I'll post back up ...g
I've tried several ROMs on my Neo MT15i, rooted, unlocked bootloader, alliance kernel 1.5, firmware .587. Now I'm on Thilinac Ice cream pureness 14 sp1. Everything is working well..... but... Every time I reboot the phone I MUST clean cache and Dalvik cache via CWM recovery. If I don't do it , after booting several apps go force closing in loop and the phone is unusable. I've had this problem also with other ROMs like Jelly-Sandwich, any release. Tried also to format sdcard without benefit.
Thank you for help
Try clearing app data from settings!
Then,reboot
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Unfortunely it doesn't work....
It afflicts every app I install as user, either in system /data, or in sdcard.
After installing a new Rom, on a clean system, I use titanium backup to re-install my apps.
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what your apps have you installed?
what titanium version?
Enter cwm n do a full wipe bro
Wipe factory
Cache
Dalvik cache
Format system
Data
Cache
Then reinstall the rom
Gl
knife_20 said:
Unfortunely it doesn't work....
It afflicts every app I install as user, either in system /data, or in sdcard.
After installing a new Rom, on a clean system, I use titanium backup to re-install my apps.
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Try not restoring data
Just restore app!
Don't click app + data!
,
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megatpanji said:
what your apps have you installed?
what titanium version?
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I've installed apps like youtube, gmaps, facebook....
titanium version is the last pro version.
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Try not restoring data
Just restore app!
Don't click app + data!
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And what about data? apps like acar or whatsapp have lots of data....... I don't want to lose them, but..... probably thy are stored on sdcard anyway..... right? I'm going to try.
Thanks
knife_20 said:
And what about data? apps like acar or whatsapp have lots of data....... I don't want to lose them, but..... probably thy are stored on sdcard anyway..... right? I'm going to try.
Thanks
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Doesn't Whatsapp have the option while doin a new install to restore data and previous chats?
Ps : I hope you backup your chats or atleast Whatsapp does it automatically 1ce in a day!
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N!geR said:
Enter cwm n do a full wipe bro
Wipe factory
Cache
Dalvik cache
Format system
Data
Cache
Then reinstall the rom
Gl
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I do this every time I install new ROM
I've formatted system, data, cache, everything. Than reinstalled the ROM (Ice cream Pureness 14 sp1).
when booted I didn't reinstall anything from Titanium and tried a reboot......... As usual, Gmail and Google playstore
went FC loop. GMail and Playstore are apps coming with the ROM .... Than I rebooted in recovery, wipe cache and dalvik cache and .... all run perfectly and smooth... The problem is still there.
Next time I'll try formatting all, reflash firmware .587, and than reinstall ROM.
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Next time I'll try formatting all, reflash firmware .587, and than reinstall ROM.
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Solved the problem formatting sdcard, reinstalling Sony firmware .587 via flashtool, wiping and formatting all .
Thanks bros for your attention and suggestions! :highfive:
i know my replay wont help but when i were using Xperia_Ice_Cream_Pureness_build_13.00 i had the same problem many apps crashes and stopped working it was great Rom specially in battery it make my battery stand all the day but my fone was unusable .. any way dont judge by using one rom or two keep flashing new Roms till u find the rom that satisfy ur need
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i know my replay wont help but when i were using Xperia_Ice_Cream_Pureness_build_13.00 i had the same problem many apps crashes and stopped working it was great Rom specially in battery it make my battery stand all the day but my fone was unusable .. any way dont judge by using one rom or two keep flashing new Roms till u find the rom that satisfy ur need
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Exactly. I had this problem with JellySandwich too, I tried several ROMs, but, at last, what I like more is IceCreamPureness for its balance , smothness and for very good battery life.
And how u solve this FC problem?
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And how u solve this FC problem?
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explained in previous post.
The problem is related to the moving of apps to sd card or in system partition. It afflicts the managment of dalvik cache
knife_20 said:
explained in previous post.
The problem is related to the moving of apps to sd card or in system partition. It afflicts the managment of dalvik cache
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I asked about that b4 and they told me it's ok about partitioning sd card.. I was suspicious about link2sd and u confirmed that now but iam disappointing the basic reason that I root for is to move all applications on sd card
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Hello!, I have a doubt aobut restoring backups.. do I need to wipe everything and format data and system? or just restore without wiping and formatting?
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Hello!, I have a doubt aobut restoring backups.. do I need to wipe everything and format data and system? or just restore without wiping and formatting?
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Restoring factory means the apps and data on phone (not sd card) will be erased automatically.... And backed up with stock apps....
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thenitts said:
Restoring factory means the apps and data on phone (not sd card) will be erased automatically.... And backed up with stock apps....
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No, I mean backups that you made wit the recovery... what do i need to resotre them?
First read this... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36226688
You'll find your answer at Step6
iShadows said:
No, I mean backups that you made wit the recovery... what do i need to resotre them?
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Take a look at AppExtractor. It can read nandroid backups and you can choose which apps you want restore.
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I guess lone wanderer had notified u in ur last thread that dont make threads for ur questions ask in general chat. Y do u make [email protected]? Pls dont do that again. Help keep xda clean.
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Answer to ur question: go to cwm then go to backup and restore go to restore and chose the backup u want to restore wait patiently till it restores and reboot to system now. U r done! No need to wipe anything neither before nor after
Pls press thanks if I helped
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