[Q] Does Helium Backup work with Z Ultra? - Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Hi everyone,
I just got my new C6833 to which I upgdraded from my Galaxy Note. I have a small number of apps (incl. app data) that I want to move from my old phone to the new one. I have root on my Note, but not too keen to root my Z Ultra yet (dodgy chinese software??) so Titanium backup is out of the question. I have been reading up about Helium for backing up and restoring apps and data which doesn't need root, but apparently there are problems with the Xperia Z.... has anyone used Helium with the Z Ultra?? Does it work or have the same problems as the Z?
Regards
F.

I used Helium to transfer all app data from my HTC to Z Ultra (before I got root)
It works fine.
Also, nowadays, with one-click root, really, there is nothing to worry about.
There is nothing dodgy about Vroot as far as most people here on XDA can tell.

Thanks for the reply.
One click root not working for Z Ultra yet is it? I don't want to mess up any of the TA partition either etc... so will wait for a simple proven root method and then backup TA partition. Guess it might take some time though.

choasty said:
Thanks for the reply.
One click root not working for Z Ultra yet is it? I don't want to mess up any of the TA partition either etc... so will wait for a simple proven root method and then backup TA partition. Guess it might take some time though.
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One click root doesn't affect your boot loader, which is where your TA back up comes in. Mine is still locked

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Transfer game data from Desire Z to new S3?

so i got the s3 two nights ago (eep!:highfive
and i want to transfer all my game data (ie, saves) over from my Desire Z.
contacts, sms, photos etc arent a problem.
its just the games! well, not just any games, the kairosoft ones. i dont want too lose all my hard work on those little things!!
anyone able to help?
neither device is rooted
Desire Z is running 2.3.3 (stock)
S3 is running 4.0.4
i tried using a program via pc called "wondershare mobilego for android" but it didnt transfer the saved games. same with "moborobo" (it has the option, but only for rooted devices!)
i also tried transferring via sd card, and that didnt work either D=
i was told mybackup pro would work - fail
i've seen many people suggest titanium backup in my searches - however i have heard that it will only back up game data if the device is rooted
i am happy to root the s3 if needed to install the data (providing i can find a simple guide XD - i like to think i am pretty tech savvy, but this is just something i havent done yet!)
i've searched for hours already and from my understanding, both (?) devices have to be rooted.
however, i have seen (unless i misunderstood) that if i root my Desire Z to do the backup, i will lose my data anyway (before i backup that is).
is this true? or am i understanding this wrong?
p.s sorry if i posted in the wrong forum. wasn't sure which one :/
You have to root.
Root Desire, install TiBackup, backup any apps you need.
Root S3, install TiBackup, tranfer microSD from Desire to S3 (in which the backups are on) and restore through TiBackup.
Simplest way I know of, and you don't lose data from rooting.
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Good Q
i need know the same thing!! but whit a G note and a s3 ;P
gagdude said:
You have to root.
Root Desire, install TiBackup, backup any apps you need.
Root S3, install TiBackup, tranfer microSD from Desire to S3 (in which the backups are on) and restore through TiBackup.
Simplest way I know of, and you don't lose data from rooting.
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according to (sorry cant post links yet)
wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/HTC_Desire_Z:_Rooting
and
wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/HTC_Vision:_CyanogenMod
i will lose my data
or am i missing something?
[sorry, new to the whole rooting/flashing etc so trying to figure it all out ]
Titanium backup usually backups your apps to the external sd card. Anything on there is safe from rooting or fully wiping in recovery. Installing custom roms on it will not delete anything on it.
If you want to be extra safe, I would copy the titanium backup folder from your external sd card to your computer, so you have another copy of it in case something happens.
vx117 said:
Titanium backup usually backups your apps to the external sd card. Anything on there is safe from rooting or fully wiping in recovery. Installing custom roms on it will not delete anything on it.
If you want to be extra safe, I would copy the titanium backup folder from your external sd card to your computer, so you have another copy of it in case something happens.
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Thanks for clarifying
However it is my understanding that you need to root your phone in order for Titanium to be able to back up your game saves
So. My question is... does rooting cause you too lose data because that would defeat the purpose for me
No rooting will not cause loss of data.
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All Rooting does is modify a few system files and if you didn't know it was Rooted you'd never notice the difference, and to put it simply everyone who's scared to Root can end up losing years worth of data when they get their new phone so you have to balance the tiny negatives with the huge positives.
NIMBAH said:
No rooting will not cause loss of data.
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Michael_P said:
All Rooting does is modify a few system files and if you didn't know it was Rooted you'd never notice the difference, and to put it simply everyone who's scared to Root can end up losing years worth of data when they get their new phone so you have to balance the tiny negatives with the huge positives.
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ok, so to recap...
(sorry guys, just want to make sure i've got it straight in my head before i do anything!! i'm not ignorant, i swear )
i can root my desire z using this method: http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/HTC_Desire_Z:_Rooting
(can someone confirm if i need to downgrade my firmware? across various tuts i've read they all say something different - or nothing at all! currently running 2.3.3)
install Titanium Backup and backup all my game saves
THEN
root my S3 (still need to google an easy to understand method, but if you know a simple one let me know )
install Titanium and restore my game saves :fingers-crossed:
AND in this process, i won't lose my data?
NOTE: neither device has and ANY modification, both are completely stock at this point in time.
p.s i had someone mention to me that i need to unlock my bootloader to root the device, and unlocking the bootloader will cause data loss. is this true?
Anyone able to confirm above post???
Would really like to get my games transferred if it's possible
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Adb Phone Backup without Unlock or Root on Xperia S?

Hello,
I see this for ICS users today: http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...+your+device+and+confirm+the+backup+operation
Anyone has tried it on Xperia S or Xperia 2012 phone?
I' d like to backup apps data before downgrading to Gingerbread and upgrading on a rooted ICS!
For me, when I try to backup it says: "Now unlock your device and confirm the backup operation", nothing appears on my Xperia S and the backup file is 0 octets...... ;-(.
Could some one help me?
Or, if someone has a great idea on how backup apps data without root, your welcome.
Thanks a lot.
Schlew
I found a way
I found a way: SONY saveandrestore app saved all my data apps!!!!!! Great!
Why downgrade to gb to root?
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how to I get this app?
schlew said:
I found a way: SONY saveandrestore app saved all my data apps!!!!!! Great!
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where do I get this app for my AT&T Sony Xperia Ion ?
Well, I cant use the stock backup and restore app, since it always fails to backup, no matter what I choose to backup...
So, any solution to the adb problem?
If not, that's also fine; the main thing is that my settings are saved via PC Companion

App Backup without Root -Solution!

Hi, I just ordered my new Sola but noticed that generally, we seem to need to unlock the bootloader to get root...
Try this app instead *no root needed*
My Backup
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=my+backup+&c=apps
p.s. I'm testing version 3.2.3 on ICS I don't think data is being backed up and restored correctly...though it should. The dev says you do NOT need root for this app, but if you do have root, more options are available.
Have fun!
There is a backup app installed on P that does it. I don't know if it backs up data as well tho, but I think it does. You dont have somethg like that on Sola?
I doesn't backup data, AFAIK.
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Sony backup app DOES backup data.
Regards, Zagor
Thanks for the comments, I think idea-sharing is needed for this!
I just bought my Sola :victory: so will have it next week. I'm trying to find the right backup to backup my apps and data to restore on the Sola. I don't particularly want to unlock the bootloader just yet. From what I can see, for now, it's a bit of a problem for Sola users at least. I think it's a lot of trouble to go to to just use root apps like Titanium Backup.
Any other apps you know of?
Another option: http://www.moborobo.com/
I'm testing it now...it has an app backup and restore (data also) to your computer, then back to a phone of your choice...even outside Android. It also updates apps on your phone, it has a market also.
Update: ok an app did not restore data that I tested. It does not say that in the FAQ section.
P.s. I just contacted Sony for more information on the warranty. They indicated that most issues they are getting are related to unlocking the bootloader, so in most cases, warranty will be voided. With this in mind, I will avoid the bootloader...I'm not ruining a new phone with 2 year warranty for root access.
Aptoide backup is awesome too
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Transfer or Flash all data

hi everyone,
well i have 2 Xperia Z5 Compact, the one I use now I will sell to my friend, and the other I will start to use. how can I clone or transfer or do like in windows image ghost all the system+ data to the other Z5 compact before I sell?
is it possible to clone/copy/transfer/flash everything in my current Z5 Compact to the new one?
Both of them are the same variant E5823
if yes, how can I do that please?
any suggestion will be so much appreciated!
thank you all
There app called xperia transfer. Maybe that can help you
Xperia transfer was made for this. If it doesn't get everything there are non root backup apps as well.
civicsr2cool said:
Xperia transfer was made for this. If it doesn't get everything there are non root backup apps as well.
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well, i know xperia transfer, but i mean i would like to put all the rom from that z5 compact to the other, and both would be the same!
it's like clone or image ghost in windows computers!
you got it?
Nidhal AKA the king said:
well, i know xperia transfer, but i mean i would like to put all the rom from that z5 compact to the other, and both would be the same!
it's like clone or image ghost in windows computers!
you got it?
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It's called nandroid backup in Android world, you can swap the current state of your device between other devices and back again. I keep daily backups in the cloud
civicsr2cool said:
It's called nandroid backup in Android world, you can swap the current state of your device between other devices and back again. I keep daily backups in the cloud
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i think nandroid requires ROOT mine are not rooted because i don't want to mess up with the Bootloader. and there is no current root without unlocking it. so ughhhh
Nidhal AKA the king said:
i think nandroid requires ROOT mine are not rooted because i don't want to mess up with the Bootloader. and there is no current root without unlocking it. so ughhhh
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Yup, that's why we suggested the xperia transfer. There's no need to transfer system files back and forth. I don't remember the non root backup apps but there are a lot of popular ones similar to titanium back up
civicsr2cool said:
Yup, that's why we suggested the xperia transfer. There's no need to transfer system files back and forth. I don't remember the non root backup apps but there are a lot of popular ones similar to titanium back up
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it's only for Viber... they don't offer cloud backup like whatsapp... so annoying , i would like to have all my data of Viber in the other z5c without losing anything!
any idea please?
thanks!

Is it possible to root Xperia Z Ultra C6833 without losing the installed apps/etc?

I want to root my Xperia Z Ultra C6833 but from the instructions I've found on the web, it seems I have to downgrade it first to Kitkat by flashing the Kitkat firmware so essentially wiping the device, and then upgrading afterwards. However, I want to keep my apps and settings as is, I just want to root it so I can remove some of the pre-installed apps and also so I can install Xposed modules and a proper AdBloker that isn't reliant on a VPN workaround. It's currently running on the latest stock firmware update from Sony which is Lollipop 14.6.A.1.236.
If possible, I also want to install recovery on it so if I decide to flash a different ROM later, I can.
surashu said:
I want to root my Xperia Z Ultra C6833 but from the instructions I've found on the web, it seems I have to downgrade it first to Kitkat by flashing the Kitkat firmware so essentially wiping the device, and then upgrading afterwards. However, I want to keep my apps and settings as is, I just want to root it so I can remove some of the pre-installed apps and also so I can install Xposed modules and a proper AdBloker that isn't reliant on a VPN workaround. It's currently running on the latest stock firmware update from Sony which is Lollipop 14.6.A.1.236.
If possible, I also want to install recovery on it so if I decide to flash a different ROM later, I can.
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i have a C6806 but to simply root you do not have to downgrade..some may not prefer this but Kingroot works to give root functionality. From what I have seen for the C6806 to put the twrp 3.0 (2.8 does not work on 5.1.1) I had to downgrade i.e flash the KK stock rom then upgrade then unlock bootloader then flash Twrp 3.0. But at first I was able to root using kingroot (pc version) without doing any of the above
and I first used kingroot because I wanted to backup the TA (note restoring TA later on locks the bootloader back so if you want to have the relocking done, restoring TA is a good way to do it)
btw the various things you would like to have done is a lot bigger deal than the apps you have (why not just back them up?..would think restoring those apps and data is far less of a headache than the other functionalities you want introduced)
of course for backing up apps with data you may need root..so use kingroot
the cwm/twrp 2.8 dual recovery here (not for 5.1.1)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647492
see this and the first 2-3 pages of the twrp 3.0 thread that the message belongs to
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65570030&postcount=20
the twrp 3.0 here for 5.1.1
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...ent/twrp-recovery-2-8-7-0-2016-02-03-t3307043
mac231us said:
i have a C6806 but to simply root you do not have to downgrade..some may not prefer this but Kingroot works to give root functionality. From what I have seen for the C6806 to put the twrp 3.0 (2.8 does not work on 5.1.1) I had to downgrade i.e flash the KK stock rom then upgrade then unlock bootloader then flash Twrp 3.0. But at first I was able to root using kingroot (pc version) without doing any of the above
and I first used kingroot because I wanted to backup the TA (note restoring TA later on locks the bootloader back so if you want to have the relocking done, restoring TA is a good way to do it)
btw the various things you would like to have done is a lot bigger deal than the apps you have (why not just back them up?..would think restoring those apps and data is far less of a headache than the other functionalities you want introduced)
of course for backing up apps with data you may need root..so use kingroot
the cwm/twrp 2.8 dual recovery here (not for 5.1.1)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647492
see this and the first 2-3 pages of the twrp 3.0 thread that the message belongs to
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65570030&postcount=20
the twrp 3.0 here for 5.1.1
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...ent/twrp-recovery-2-8-7-0-2016-02-03-t3307043
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Thank you for the detailed reply! You hit the exact points I wanted to talk about. I forgot to mention my intention of backing up the TA partition too so thanks for that! Which tool did you use to backup your TA partition and if I decide to just just use Kingroot (aka just root it without anything else), can I remap the internal emulated "SD card" to my external one? That's one of my major motivations for rooting because I'm starting to run out of space due to some apps not being able to write to my external so they all dump their data onto the internal emulated one.
surashu said:
Thank you for the detailed reply! You hit the exact points I wanted to talk about. I forgot to mention my intention of backing up the TA partition too so thanks for that! Which tool did you use to backup your TA partition and if I decide to just just use Kingroot (aka just root it without anything else), can I remap the internal emulated "SD card" to my external one? That's one of my major motivations for rooting because I'm starting to run out of space due to some apps not being able to write to my external so they all dump their data onto the internal emulated one.
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TA tool
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428590
one of the first threads in the general section for the ultra z
sorry but I do not know about mapping the internal to the external (there might be something in general android cross-platform projects etc in xda)

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