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GSM 4.0.4 Factory images are live!

https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/yakju-imm76d-factory-c6e807a1.tgz
Their website isn't updated just yet (listing them), but JQB just posted it here https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/android-building/b50nY_onbP4

Luxferro said:
https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/yakju-imm76d-factory-c6e807a1.tgz
Their website isn't updated just yet (listing them), but JQB just posted it here https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/android-building/b50nY_onbP4
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Yeah!! i almost created a duplicated thread after seeing the tweet at twitter!! Now reflashing again, this is the second time am flashing my phone today!!!!!

Google has updated their website now, so it can be found here as well now http://code.google.com/android/nexus/images.html#yakju

user data and app data will be wiped?
whats the diff between 4.02 ota to 4.04 and flashing 4.04? similar to windows, flesh install better than upgrade?
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Mwinggg said:
user data and app data will be wiped?
whats the diff between 4.02 ota to 4.04 and flashing 4.04? similar to windows, flesh install better than upgrade?
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yes everything wiped.
4.0.2 -> 4.0.4 OTA is like lets say "Windows Vista to Windows 7 Upgrade" saves all data and stuff.
Factory Image is like installing Windows 7 as a fresh new start ("reformatting")

zephiK said:
yes everything wiped.
4.0.2 -> 4.0.4 OTA is like lets say "Windows Vista to Windows 7 Upgrade" saves all data and stuff.
Factory Image is like installing Windows 7 as a fresh new start ("reformatting")
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Good to know. I was a regretting updating using the OTA but I wouldn't have wanted to restore my phone etc.

do we need an unlock bootloader or be rooted to flash the factory images?
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Zeon45 said:
do we need an unlock bootloader or be rooted to flash the factory images?
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you need to have the bootloader unlocked.
root doesnt matter.

Zeon45 said:
do we need an unlock bootloader or be rooted to flash the factory images?
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You have to have the bootloader unlocked but don't need to be rooted.

Thanks, are these flashed the same way as the others?
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[email protected]!! I just got done updating the OTA..
Well I guess its time for a full wipe and reload of a fresh OS..
Which guide should we follow to install this using fastboot..
Thanks!

eclass82 said:
[email protected]!! I just got done updating the OTA..
Well I guess its time for a full wipe and reload of a fresh OS..
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what's the difference between them?
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I Quote: 4.0.2 -> 4.0.4 OTA is like lets say "Windows Vista to Windows 7 Upgrade" saves all data and stuff.

eclass82 said:
I Quote: 4.0.2 -> 4.0.4 OTA is like lets say "Windows Vista to Windows 7 Upgrade" saves all data and stuff.
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once u up 4.0.4.. u can just wipe all data.. and u have a clean 4.0.4.. u dont need to flash again lol

You dont you think there will be traces /residue or even old misc files from 4.02?
king23adrianc said:
once u up 4.0.4.. u can just wipe all data.. and u have a clean 4.0.4.. u dont need to flash again lol
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This guide should work for this I'd imagine..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21113773&postcount=195

If you are doing the full factory flash you can use the toolkit - it is super easy and is useful even if you want to do the OTA update (I used it and the CWM non-flash method). http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1392310
If you want to do the update use the methods here (I used method 2) and used the CWM from the toolkit: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419170

how to root 4.0.4? i've tried temporary cwm + su.zip like i did on 4.0.2……with no luck……
su and superuser are installed but it cannot acquire the privilege, nor does it pop up the confirmation dialogue
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I guess the way to do this would be to
1: download the yakju-imm76d-factory-c6e807a1.tgz
2: extract the zip
3: copy the image-yakju-imm76d.zip to your SD
4: use clockwork to wipe/clean cache
5: use clockwork to install from SD file name (image-yakju-imm76d.zip)
6: Reboot
Clean image!!
or am I wrong?

jiangheng said:
how to root 4.0.4? i've tried temporary cwm + su.zip like i did on 4.0.2……with no luck……
su and superuser are installed but it cannot acquire the privilege, nor does it pop up the confirmation dialogue
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I guess it's because of the secured kernel of stock rom. Have you tried custom kernel like franco's or Glados?
I want to try it myself but I'm at work.
EDIT: Beware though, franco said something along the line that his kernel does not work with 4.0.4 because of different propriety binaries. So a nandroid backup before is recommended.

eclass82 said:
You dont you think there will be traces /residue or even old misc files from 4.02?
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This guide should work for this I'd imagine..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21113773&postcount=195
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does it really matter?? cuz if it does, google wont have OTA of incremental versions. and it is definitely ok for going up one by one without wiping anything.
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jiangheng said:
how to root 4.0.4? i've tried temporary cwm + su.zip like i did on 4.0.2……with no luck……
su and superuser are installed but it cannot acquire the privilege, nor does it pop up the confirmation dialogue
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u need the new su to root
http://www.box.com/s/jvcf196j7x8f8vrc9cyt
ur welcome
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bigeyes0x0 said:
I guess it's because of the secured kernel of stock rom. Have you tried custom kernel like franco's or Glados?
I want to try it myself but I'm at work.
EDIT: Beware though, franco said something along the line that his kernel does not work with 4.0.4 because of different propriety binaries. So a nandroid backup before is recommended.
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dont flash any 4.0.3 kernels.. even they say its 4.0.4.. dont!!
kernel source will be out soon

[Q] Easy GN root

I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks

SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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you have a nexus, theres only one way to do it correctly.. fastboot oem unlock, fastboot a custom recovery(cwm or i recommend twrp recovery), flash a custom rom(and kernel if you want) in your recovery, then reboot. thats all you need to do. no need for apps or hacks. thats why we buy nexus devices, for the ease. since youre already unlocked, just fastboot a recovery and flash a rom

SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
simms22 said:
you have a nexus, theres only one way to do it correctly.. fastboot oem unlock, fastboot a custom recovery(cwm or i recommend twrp recovery), flash a custom rom(and kernel if you want) in your recovery, then reboot. thats all you need to do. no need for apps or hacks. thats why we buy nexus devices, for the ease. since youre already unlocked, just fastboot a recovery and flash a rom
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He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...

efrant said:
He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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in this case its one and the same. ive owned every single nexus and this method does not change. all other methods are just extra baggage. or, if you want to, tell all my nexii(nexus one, nexus s, and galaxy nexus) that they dont have root. all the custom have have the superuser binaries that are needed.
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efrant said:
Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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lol, that easy method that you posted is way more complicated. but im guessing that youre recommending this method because youre the one that wrote it up. no need to get more complicated than needed

simms22 said:
in this case its one and the same. ive owned every single nexus and this method does not change. all other methods are just extra baggage. or, if you want to, tell all my nexii(nexus one, nexus s, and galaxy nexus) that they dont have root. all the custom have have the superuser binaries that are needed.
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lol, that easy method that you posted is way more complicated. but im guessing that youre recommending this method because youre the one that wrote it up. no need to get more complicated than needed
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Let me rephrase: I think he was asking how to root a stock ROM.
But thanks for your input: if for you, the way to root a rom is to flash a custom rom, you must be right...
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efrant said:
Let me rephrase: I think he was asking how to root a stock ROM.
But thanks for your input: if for you, the way to root a rom is to flash a custom rom, you must be right...
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fine. then flash a custom recovery and a rooted stock rom. same thing. the easiest way.

efrant said:
Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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Why do you perpetuate the myth of rooting a Nexus?
You root non dev phones, is there some deeper meaning to this?

simms22 said:
fine. then flash a custom recovery and a rooted stock rom. same thing. the easiest way.
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Which is exactly what i said to do: flash cwm and flash su.zip. nothing else.
morfic said:
Why do you perpetuate the myth of rooting a Nexus?
You root non dev phones, is there some deeper meaning to this?
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Not sure I understand what you are saying.
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Moved to Q&A

Check my sig buddy.
You'll probably need to start from the beginning.
I assume you mean you're carrier unlocked, and not bootloader unlocked.

i think this method is pretty easy. i had no issues using it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1392310

Just download cwm and put it with your adb/fastboot files.
download the su.zip and put it onto your "sd card".
Pull up cmd prompt and access adb files
adb reboot bootloader
*make sure bootloader unlocked*
Fastboot flash recovery cwm.img
Fastboot reboot bootloader
Fastboot boot cwm.img
Then flash the su.zip
Done
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thos25 said:
Just download cwm and put it with your adb/fastboot files.
download the su.zip and put it onto your "sd card".
Pull up cmd prompt and access adb files
adb reboot bootloader
*make sure bootloader unlocked*
Fastboot flash recovery cwm.img
Fastboot reboot bootloader
Fastboot boot cwm.img
Then flash the su.zip
Done
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Suggestion:
At this time cwm should no longer be preached as defacto standard.
It would be better to refer to "a recovery" linking to both cwr and twrp2.
CWR is extremely antiquated and the ease of use of twrp2 is MUCH better.

morfic said:
Suggestion:
At this time cwm should no longer be preached as defacto standard.
It would be better to refer to "a recovery" linking to both cwr and twrp2.
CWR is extremely antiquated and the ease of use of twrp2 is MUCH better.
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I only used CWM as an example. I do see your point though.
Personally, I haven't even bothered rooting my nexus or felt the need to do so. Due to the fact that I have not rooted my nexus, I don't have a preferred recovery. I was under the impression that CWM was the preferred recovery (of the majority of nexus users) based on comments I've read in the nexus forum.
I did have my EVO & Evo 3D rooted and used both CWM and TWRP at different times. I preferred TWRP. I believe it was TWRP 1.1.1 vs CWM 4.0.1.4 iirc. I tried TWRP 2.0 but didn't like the touch interface.
I just figured I would jump in to give an easy root method to the OP. That is one of the only benefits to the HTC unlock method. The fact that it forces you to learn some things that many other people would never bother to learn, ie fastboot/adb commands. once you get those down you are pretty golden.
At any rate, you are right though. TWRP could be a better option for the OP. And based on my EVO 3D experience, I would say it probably will be the better option.
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thos25 said:
I only used CWM as an example. I do see your point though.
Personally, I haven't even bothered rooting my nexus or felt the need to do so. Due to the fact that I have not rooted my nexus, I don't have a preferred recovery. I was under the impression that CWM was the preferred recovery (of the majority of nexus users) based on comments I've read in the nexus forum.
I did have my EVO & Evo 3D rooted and used both CWM and TWRP at different times. I preferred TWRP. I believe it was TWRP 1.1.1 vs CWM 4.0.1.4 iirc. I tried TWRP 2.0 but didn't like the touch interface.
I just figured I would jump in to give an easy root method to the OP. That is one of the only benefits to the HTC unlock method. The fact that it forces you to learn some things that many other people would never bother to learn, ie fastboot/adb commands. once you get those down you are pretty golden.
At any rate, you are right though. TWRP could be a better option for the OP. And based on my EVO 3D experience, I would say it probably will be the better option.
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the newest twrp touch recovery is sweet, cwm doesnt even come close. when you do decide to set your nexus free, give it a try

SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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Install GNex Toolkit from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1392310. First do option 1 (drivers) and than option 7 (one-click for all). You have root and cwm, works like a charm and is the easiest way to do it.

Jubakuba said:
Check my sig buddy.
You'll probably need to start from the beginning.
I assume you mean you're carrier unlocked, and not bootloader unlocked.
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Im bootloader unlocked, cwr.

im very computer savvy, and tech savvy, i know what im talking about, so everything i say i am completely positive of, i am experienced with android, i just dont know how to root. I have the su.zip on my sd card btw.

Good Lord,
One question and so many answers, no wonder new users are confused--
Don't pay attention to me--just bored atm and trying to decide btw the GN tmobile or One S to replace my N1--
Nothing like hijacking a thread either--

I prefer to use Galaxy Nexus Root Toolkit. Its very simple and do the job well. Never experiencing any problems with it.
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Recovery mode

Hi GN users -
Rooted my phone this evening and all (I thought) was going well. I've been trying to do a backup via rom manager but when the phone reboots i get the android with a red exclamation point. This happens when trying to get to recovery mode using ROM manager or just using the volume buttons. Can't get a clean back up.
Used the following files:
recovery-clockwork-5.8.3.1-toroplus.img
Superuser-3.0.7.efghi-signed
Should I have used CWM-SuperSU-v0.87?
If i can access the boot loader can I go ahead and flash with CWM?
Thanks
Denver

Apparently telling people where to post is frowned upon in this establishment. Please refer to my other post

ÜBER™ said:
You did it wrong. You need to flash the toroplus big dog.zip please search before posting and do not post questions in android development.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1614922
This has the how to.
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Please stop being a douche and just answer the question and notify mods if you think posts are in the wrong section.
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So the problem is that you flashed custom recovery and when you reboot it reverts to stock recovery? If so it's because you're on the stock ROM and it's got a script that restores stock recovery upon reboot. You can either install a custom ROM or do this:
juliano_q said:
-remount /system in read/write mode (use something like the Root Explorer app or ES File Explorer; both have root modes (check the app's settings) for remounting /system as writable)
-rename the /system/recovery-from-boot.p to /system/recovery-from-boot.p-bak
(note: you could delete it, but renaming is much safer since its easily reversible)
yes, it is easier to use a script, but in my opinion it is much better to know what is going on behind it.
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riggsandroid said:
Please stop being a douche and just answer the question and notify mods if you think posts are in the wrong section.
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Apparently somebody is blind because I did answer the question... idiot.
Back to the OP you have to reflash your recovery.img then once in recovery flash the super user.zip located here http://tinyurl.com/77cfowp
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ÜBER™ said:
Apparently somebody is blind because I did answer the question... idiot.
Back to the OP you have to reflash your recovery.img then once in recovery flash the super user.zip located here http://tinyurl.com/77cfowp
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He flashed the correct zips.

jesusice said:
He flashed the correct zips.
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He must not have if he is getting the broken android. So no he did not. The one I linked is the correct zip to flash to keep recovery and root without having to delete all that stuff. I know I did the exact same thing when I first attempted to root my phone.
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ÜBER™ said:
He must not have if he is getting the broken android. So no he did not. The one I linked is the correct zip to flash to keep recovery and root without having to delete all that stuff. I know I did the exact same thing when I first attempted to root my phone.
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And I flashed the zips he posted when I rooted. I trust that Bigrushdog does know what he's doing but that zip seems to have a lot of things in there that he may or may not need. Like, why does it contain a boot.img? He only needs the SU binary to obtain root. His problem must be that he's rebooting. He should fastboot flash recovery, then fastboot reboot recovery and then flash the SU zip from there. And if he wants to stay on the stock ROM he should follow the instructions I posted. I'm not saying you're *wrong* but I am saying that I'm more right
EDIT: Rereading his post I'm pretty sure he does have root already, his problem is just that recovery isn't sticking which is a known issue with a known solution as I posted previously. Its the exact same thing on the Nexus S.

If anything we are equally correct and my method is much simpler. And yes the boot.img is required this is the stock kernel image without the recovery.sh that runs on the stock kernel. This will keep him from having to delete it manually. I know this because the same method was needed for my epic. You have to flash a tweaked stock kernel without the recovery.sh then flash the recovery. Then everything will stick. His issue is he didn't flash the tweaked kernel and upon booting the stock kernel deleted his custom recovery.
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denverdesktop said:
Hi GN users -
Rooted my phone this evening and all (I thought) was going well. I've been trying to do a backup via rom manager but when the phone reboots i get the android with a red exclamation point. This happens when trying to get to recovery mode using ROM manager or just using the volume buttons. Can't get a clean back up.
Used the following files:
recovery-clockwork-5.8.3.1-toroplus.img
Superuser-3.0.7.efghi-signed
Should I have used CWM-SuperSU-v0.87?
If i can access the boot loader can I go ahead and flash with CWM?
Thanks
Denver
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Ignore all the previous comments and once you follow This You will be back on track and will be more wise..
Enjoy and cheers
Galaxy Nexus AOKP m5 Franco kernel m3

msedek said:
Ignore all the previous comments and once you follow http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23229558 You will be back on track and will be more wise..
Enjoy and cheers
Galaxy Nexus AOKP m5 Franco kernel m3
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Actually he would be even more lost and confused.
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Just do this:
-remount /system in read/write mode (use something like the Root Explorer app or ES File Explorer; both have root modes (check the app's settings) for remounting /system as writable)
-rename the /system/recovery-from-boot.p to /system/recovery-from-boot.p-bak (note: you could delete it, but renaming is much safer since its easily reversible)
yes, it is easier to use a script, but in my opinion it is much better to know what is going on behind it.
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Then flash your custom recovery and it'll stick.
No need to make it complicated.
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msedek said:
Ignore all the previous comments and once you follow This You will be back on track and will be more wise..
Enjoy and cheers
Galaxy Nexus AOKP m5 Franco kernel m3
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That has nothing to do with the problem.

nodstuff said:
Just do this:
Then flash your custom recovery and it'll stick.
No need to make it complicated.
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Seriously this again? Why are y'all making it much more complicated than it needs to be? Reflash recovery... in recovery flash the zip I linked to. Done.
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ÜBER™ said:
Seriously this again? Why are y'all making it much more complicated than it needs to be? Reflash recovery... in recovery flash the zip I linked to. Done.
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What's complicated about erasing a script? Flashing a kernel to do the same thing seems much more complicated.

jesusice said:
What's complicated about erasing a script? Flashing a kernel to do the same thing seems much more complicated.
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It takes longer.. takes more effort.
Its simpler to flash the su.zip and call it a day. Than have to flash recovery flash a subinary.zip delete the script the reflash recovery.
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nodstuff said:
Just do this:
Then flash your custom recovery and it'll stick.
No need to make it complicated.
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That has nothing to do with the problem.
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It always has to do with the problem.. Why to do a Mess with your phone and not doing a fresh start???
Also in the way getting a wise android man while learning how to fastboot /adb?...
Thats all i got to say.. In my case id start all over and not going deep complicating things and messing up the os
Galaxy Nexus AOKP m5 Franco kernel m3

Thanks for the assistance.
Ended up reflashing with bigdog and now all seems well.
The assistance is appreciated.
Denver

denverdesktop said:
Thanks for the assistance.
Ended up reflashing with bigdog and now all seems well.
The assistance is appreciated.
Denver
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Lol I'm sorry for clouding your thread with a semi-argument. Glad your up and running
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it happens
No problem. It happens.
I can comfortably flash AOPK with CMW, correct?
Thanks
Denver

Yes but make sure you wipe all
Galaxy Nexus AOKP m5 Franco kernel m3

New Nexus Owner! Questions

Hey guys I just traded my s2 for the nexus and im loving it! Couple quick questions I was wondering I am on 4.0.2 and I wanna go to JB and theres no OTA update my phone is a unlocked GSM Nexus People are saying certain models get updated by samsung and others by google and they can be converted etc.. how do I find this out and how would I convert it?
thx everyone
-Kevin

Tired of writing this same response for the last 6 months so I'll give you the short version:
"takju" (from Play Store originally) and "yakju" (originally sold in the UK and W Europe) models are updated directly by Google.
All other models GSM models (yakjuxw, yakjujp, etc.) are updated by Samsung (slower).
Any GSM model can be changed from yakju** to takju. You'll remain "stock", and won't be rooted or modified in any way.
If you want to flash your phone to takju and receive OTAs from here on out, use this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895
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martonikaj said:
Tired of writing this same response for the last 6 months so I'll give you the short version:
"takju" (from Play Store originally) and "yakju" (originally sold in the UK and W Europe) models are updated directly by Google.
All other models GSM models (yakjuxw, yakjujp, etc.) are updated by Samsung (slower).
Any GSM model can be changed from yakju** to takju. You'll remain "stock", and won't be rooted or modified in any way.
If you want to flash your phone to takju and receive OTAs from here on out, use this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895
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seems confusing to do I'll read through it and try..

XxKillerKev7xX said:
seems confusing to do I'll read through it and try..
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Its not confusing. Not to be rude, but if you can't follow a simple tutorial and type a few commands, you should not be modifying your phone. Don't rely on a toolkit to do the work for you. You'll be better off for knowing how to do it yourself.

BTW, you got a great deal trading an S2 for a GSM gnex.
galaxy nexus (gsm) / cm9 / trinity @ 1.4GHz

martonikaj said:
Its not confusing. Not to be rude, but if you can't follow a simple tutorial and type a few commands, you should not be modifying your phone. Don't rely on a toolkit to do the work for you. You'll be better off for knowing how to do it yourself.
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Its not tht its confusing im just scared I just got the phone..

strumcat said:
BTW, you got a great deal trading an S2 for a GSM gnex.
galaxy nexus (gsm) / cm9 / trinity @ 1.4GHz
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Lmfao thanks im excited to get JB

The Nexus is a phone for those who want to tinker, somewhere in you, you wanted to, so here you go, starting out on the fast track.

XxKillerKev7xX said:
Its not tht its confusing im just scared I just got the phone..
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You won't brick your phone. You have a Nexus. Just read the tutorial and follow the guides.
And if you're that worried about messing up your phone, you shouldn't be doing anything to it.

martonikaj said:
You won't brick your phone. You have a Nexus. Just read the tutorial and follow the guides.
And if you're that worried about messing up your phone, you shouldn't be doing anything to it.
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I've modded my S2 to hell Now im learning the nexus All I want is OTA JB

XxKillerKev7xX said:
I've modded my S2 to hell Now im learning the nexus All I want is OTA JB
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Then follow the guide and flash to 4.0.4 takju and accept the OTA...

XxKillerKev7xX said:
I've modded my S2 to hell Now im learning the nexus All I want is OTA JB
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Im just gona use his second tutorial for updating to OTA Jb on any GSM Nexus until I get more conformable srry for bothering u guys

martonikaj said:
Then follow the guide and flash to 4.0.4 takju and accept the OTA...
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What does the tutorial mean by command prompt is tht like my CMD on my computer or something on the phone?

XxKillerKev7xX said:
What does the tutorial mean by command prompt is tht like my CMD on my computer or something on the phone?
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Yes, it is referring to Command Prompt (CMD).
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infazzdar said:
Yes, it is referring to Command Prompt (CMD).
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Alright im not sure if my fastboot thing installed correctly cause when I put my phone into fastboot at the bottom it says fastboot command error or something like tht

Use the toolkit provided in the developer section. It worked perfectly my nexus, it can root, unlock your bootloader, install busybox, an even install JB.

I did it! The fastboot way now I wait for the OTA update

tyraelasd said:
Use the toolkit provided in the developer section. It worked perfectly my nexus, it can root, unlock your bootloader, install busybox, an even install JB.
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No.........
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XxKillerKev7xX said:
I did it! The fastboot way now I wait for the OTA update
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Glad you did it. Flash the radio, bootloader and recovery too? You need to do those to make sure you receive and apply the OTA properly.

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Glad you did it. Flash the radio, bootloader and recovery too? You need to do those to make sure you receive and apply the OTA properly.
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No i didnt flash those but I got the 4.1 update im downloading it now

XxKillerKev7xX said:
No i didnt flash those but I got the 4.1 update im downloading it now
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If you didn't flash the bootloader radio and recovery (ones marked "optional" in guide), the OTA won't install. Unless you actually did install them and you don't know.

[Q] OTA only with stock recovery?

Can I receive OTA's when not using stock recovery and am rooted?
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langhaardack said:
Can I receive OTA's when not using stock recovery and am rooted?
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Only rooted yes, non-stock recovery I don't think so.

Unlawful said:
Only rooted yes, non-stock recovery I don't think so.
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Thank you, sounds like I just had to wait.. :/
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Unlawful said:
Only rooted yes, non-stock recovery I don't think so.
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huh....no
i know you mean well, but please give correct advice and/or point people to a thread where they can learn themselves, since they don't know how to search or just read the stickies INSTEAD of creating a new thread, for an issue that has been discussed for so many times in this forum.
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Thank you, sounds like I just had to wait.. :/
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419170

bk201doesntexist said:
huh....no
i know you mean well, but please give correct advice and/or point people to a thread where they can learn themselves, since they don't know how to search or just read the stickies INSTEAD of creating a new thread, for an issue that has been discussed for so many times in this forum.
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I was under that assumption that the person was asking about automatically receiving OTAs via System Updates not having to manually flash them/sideload them...Am I wrong here?

Unlawful said:
I was under that assumption that the person was asking about automatically receiving OTAs via System Updates not having to manually flash them/sideload them...Am I wrong here?
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You're completely right.
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bk201doesntexist said:
huh....no
i know you mean well, but please give correct advice and/or point people to a thread where they can learn themselves, since they don't know how to search or just read the stickies INSTEAD of creating a new thread, for an issue that has been discussed for so many times in this forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419170
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you need to understand the question, before passing judgement on an answer.. the guy was asking about auto otas not manually flashing otas
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langhaardack said:
Can I receive OTA's when not using stock recovery and am rooted?
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as for the question, i know for sure root doesnt matter.. andi dont i think it cwm matters, but you should flash stock recovery just to be safe

k786 said:
as for the question, i know for sure root doesnt matter.. andi dont i think it cwm matters, but you should flash stock recovery just to be safe
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Really? All this time I thought stock kernels, bootloaders, radio, recoverys etc. were needed.

Unlawful said:
Really? All this time I thought stock kernels, bootloaders, radio, recoverys etc. were needed.
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yes you have to be completely stock.. and like i said i am not sure but i think cwm shouldnt matter

Didn't get the OTA yet, kept clearing framework data and checking for system updates, but I'm on mobile data, which might have an impact on this. (German carrier) I guess I'll wait until I'm home and try it again. Worst case would be francos kernel preventing me from getting the OTA, or root, but that's not the problem with OTA RootKeeper. Thanks for your answers.
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k786 said:
you need to understand the question, before passing judgement on an answer.. the guy was asking about auto otas not manually flashing otas
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you're still partially wrong.
you can receive the OTA, but it will not install automatically if you have a custom recovery. you can then boot into the custom recovery and flash it

langhaardack said:
Can I receive OTA's when not using stock recovery and am rooted?
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receive
Unlawful said:
I was under that assumption that the person was asking about automatically receiving OTAs via System Updates not having to manually flash them/sideload them...Am I wrong here?
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I read his post literally. "Can I install an OTA when not using stock recovery and being rooted?" would have been the right question. My answer/comprehension of the message would have been totally different.
And as for passing judgement, it would still be best for people to redirect others to existing threads than feed another thread like the dozens we got like it. It's the hard truth: people don't have patience. To search, to learn.