Problem on restore contacts from Kies3 after CM12 - Galaxy S 4 Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi guys, I've made a terrible mistake.. please forgive me for that.. I relied on Kies (((
Thank you really a lot for your support! I really don't know who I can ask else about my problem..
I have a S4 mini and as beginner (for Android) I decided to upgrade it with CM12 and Lollipop 5.1, all worked fine but:
As I dis always with Nokia, I was confident that a backup manager from the brand-house was the best way to backup, save for the future and manage contacts in our PC, I installed the first manager it appear to me as "it", Kies 3.2. It worked because the previous FW was 4.2, it asked to upgrade to Smart Switch but I refused to do, wtf I just needed save the contacts... and I couldn't suppose how "complicate your life" are these uncomplete softwares.
After upgrade Kies showed that with new FW I need to upgrade to Smart Switch and after Smart Switch showed that this phone is not compatible (????). Trying use Kies 2.6 to open manualli the file spb (to export them on vcf) it can't read the spb file made by Kies 3.2.. (???) and opening with hex editor the spb file itself I saw it is encrypted/compressed and impossible to extract manually any information. Wow!
Now how can I restore contacts?? Smart Switch doesn't start without a phone connected (and by the way, I also don't know if it has a contact manager in the end!), the phone with it doesn't work (maybe bcause it founds an unbelievable Lollipop on a S4 mini?), as i searched there are no android applications who can read/load spb or other Windows external softwares..
How could I extract the contact names from this .spb now?
Any chance to make Smart Switch see the phone?
Thank you a lot!

If I was in your position I would restore the phone to the old firmware you were using before, and then restore contracts back, then use "another" software to backup contacts. Then once you have a "fresh" backup, then install cm12 back again.
Sounds long but it's all I personally can think of. If files are encrypted nothing but the original software will open them...

Thank you for reply.
I have some questons. Is it possible that spb made by Kies 3.2 can't be read on 2.6? Does it has sense?
If I'll use another samsung phone, can I restore there the backup and save contact from that one?
There is any way to force Smart switch to connect to a CM12 device?
I already configured it and start from the beginning may kill me :/
Thank you!

To shorten the prosedure and keep your current installation intact. Isnt a solution to make a nandroid backup of current cm12.1 in the recovery. Install an old kitkat version, restore your contacts etcetera. Sync them to gmail. Then restore your nandroid and sync with Gmail?

Bjarne73 said:
To shorten the prosedure and keep your current installation intact. Isnt a solution to make a nandroid backup of current cm12.1 in the recovery. Install an old kitkat version, restore your contacts etcetera. Sync them to gmail. Then restore your nandroid and sync with Gmail?
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Thank you, seems the only solution yes.
The software of Samsung is really poor

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Total data backup

Hi all,
I have flashed my Universal several times so far, and every time I did so, I have lost some of my data or had problems with backing them up and restoring them again. What I lost were, for example, all the calendar events and tasks, because AS recognized my phone as a new one and didn't let me restore backup from the "old" one. I managed to successfully backup my SMSes, but when I restored them, each of them was restored twice, and as I never delete messages I send and receive, deleting all the duplicates one by one would take about two eternities. Oh and of course I had to reinstall all my apps and games and lost all the topscores I spent ages making.
Anyway, what I want to say is that while backing up all the data could make problems to an ordinary user, I'm sure that there are some gurus that handle this with no problems, so..could any of them possibly write a tutorial on backing up all the data from important contacts to not-so-importnant-but-still-desired game scores? I know that what I'm asking for is pretty comprehensive and would take some time, but I'm sure that many users would benefit from such article. Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this and decides to reply or help
Longlife
As a TOTALLY new user this month - I was surprised to find that I can't back up my total configuration to SD card (like I could with my old HP IPAQ)
Does this mean I have to re-install applications from a PC and re-sync from a PC each time the XDA EXEC 'hard resets' ?? (quite often at the moment)
Or has someone got a 'Back up to SD' tool that can restore after a 'Hard reset' ??
OK - I Just found SPB and Sprite - which one for a Novice ??
On a related subject , how can I transfer calendar and contacts from my IPAQ ?
eddieorz said:
As a TOTALLY new user this month - I was surprised to find that I can't back up my total configuration to SD card (like I could with my old HP IPAQ)
Does this mean I have to re-install applications from a PC and re-sync from a PC each time the XDA EXEC 'hard resets' ?? (quite often at the moment)
Or has someone got a 'Back up to SD' tool that can restore after a 'Hard reset' ??
OK - I Just found SPB and Sprite - which one for a Novice ??
On a related subject , how can I transfer calendar and contacts from my IPAQ ?
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Hi and welcome I use Sprite to backup, it has upgrade mode which allows you to restore after a ROM update, saving me countless hours installing apps and re-configuring my device. SBP only restores to the same ROM
lol remind me to use sprite backup after iv re installed and downloaded al my apps after updating to windows 6 doh
MrMiguel said:
Hi and welcome I use Sprite to backup, it has upgrade mode which allows you to restore after a ROM update, saving me countless hours installing apps and re-configuring my device. SBP only restores to the same ROM
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Sounds pretty good..I'll check it out for sure thx
Well so I downloaded some kind of trial version of Sprite backup for WM5 to try it out, but when I tried installing it, at about 30% of the installation process, it told me that "the app is not intended for this type of device" and the installation enden unsuccessfuly. Could someone please post a working CAB file for Sprite backup for WM5 trial? Thanx a lot, Longlife
Longlife said:
Well so I downloaded some kind of trial version of Sprite backup for WM5 to try it out, but when I tried installing it, at about 30% of the installation process, it told me that "the app is not intended for this type of device" and the installation enden unsuccessfuly. Could someone please post a working CAB file for Sprite backup for WM5 trial? Thanx a lot, Longlife
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Um theres no trial version.. What kind of device to you have? You most likely got the PPC version when ur device is actually an SP (smartphone) or vice versa
Please USE the forum search engine and READ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=278037 - it answers ALL your questions.
MrMiguel said:
Um theres no trial version.. What kind of device to you have? You most likely got the PPC version when ur device is actually an SP (smartphone) or vice versa
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I have no idea what I downloaded then I tried to backtrack the site I got it from so I could read the decription again, but I didn't find it. Anyway, it was saying that it's for WM5 and as I have HTC Universal running WM5, I thought that is should work. Now, I got SKTools though, which are free and seem pretty cool (I just hope I will be able to restore the backup I made, once i need it )
Can I just point out something, if you use a backup utility, you should only restore that backup to the same ROM build you backed up from.
Otherwise, nearly all of the optimisations in the registry, and included application shortcuts will be lost if you decide to flash a new ROM and restore your backup.
You will be wasting your time reflashing if this is what you're doing.
AlanJC said:
Can I just point out something, if you use a backup utility, you should only restore that backup to the same ROM build you backed up from.
Otherwise, nearly all of the optimisations in the registry, and included application shortcuts will be lost if you decide to flash a new ROM and restore your backup.
You will be wasting your time reflashing if this is what you're doing.
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Umm, sorry if this question is stupid, but what should I use to backup my data when flashing a new ROM then? The idea of getting a new ROM BUT losing all my data doesn't sound very good to me. Thanks,
Longlife

after a ROM flash?

What is the easiest way to get all of my settings contacts and e-mail settings back on my phone after I do a Rom upgrade?
use a backup utility before you re flash
Will a back up remember all the programs and contacts and mail settings?
I'm by no means an expert, but it was my impression that it was not a good idea to restore a backup onto a new rom. Things are not necesarily in the same place and it can cause problems. That being said i don't really know of any solutions for you.
Haven't tried it yet, but the new Spb Backup v2.0 will restore data between upgrades, don't know about each setting though. On the other hand, if it saves all registry settings and certain files (i.e. ".ini") then everything should be the same.
if you're installing another ROM, you'll do best by reinstalling all your programs. this will ensure that the programs work with the newly installed ROM. i use MS Outlook to backup contacts... backing up email settings depends on what you use for email; if you're using a POP3 account, i suggest you reenter them.... in my opinion, using backup software to reinstall your programs, settings, etc., is risky and may cause unexpected issues. good luck!
cortez.i said:
if you're installing another ROM, you'll do best by reinstalling all your programs. this will ensure that the programs work with the newly installed ROM. i use MS Outlook to backup contacts... backing up email settings depends on what you use for email; if you're using a POP3 account, i suggest you reenter them.... in my opinion, using backup software to reinstall your programs, settings, etc., is risky and may cause unexpected issues. good luck!
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THANK YOU CORTEZ!!! See I am totally new at this and its a damn good thing I dident listen to people that think they know what they are talking about.
It's outlook that i am useing. Last time I had to call me network administrator from the offi ce to get my e-mail running again. How can I save those settings?
TheChampJT said:
Haven't tried it yet, but the new Spb Backup v2.0 will restore data between upgrades, don't know about each setting though. On the other hand, if it saves all registry settings and certain files (i.e. ".ini") then everything should be the same.
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Spb Backup has been incredibly buggy for me on my Telus Touch... does it work well for anyone else?
It freezes unless I do this: back up my documents only, turn off the option to create an exe and don't use encryption.
spb back up and ROM upgrade
so,on the telus touch,have you tried the rom upgrade and used spb backup to restore?
TheChampJT said:
Haven't tried it yet, but the new Spb Backup v2.0 will restore data between upgrades, don't know about each setting though. On the other hand, if it saves all registry settings and certain files (i.e. ".ini") then everything should be the same.
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Alright, I've been able to use Spb Backup now, and it is great! You can restore on a different ROM or device!
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this may sound dumb,but ive never used spb backup(ive just downloaded it) do you install to device ,or to storage card.If installed to device,after rom update,i would need to reinstall then do a restore,correct?
imradar said:
this may sound dumb,but ive never used spb backup(ive just downloaded it) do you install to device ,or to storage card.If installed to device,after rom update,i would need to reinstall then do a restore,correct?
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Not dumb, there are always questions when you install new software. But, this is another great feature of Spb Backup, it creates self-extracting restore files, with an option to create a copy of the software as well. So install it to your main memory, and have the files kept on your card. Whenever you need to restore, just run the file, you don't even need the app installed. Also includes a desktop sync app.
Rom update
Thanks for the speedy reply,I'm just looking now for any issues doing Rom update with vista 64(Telus tech said there should be no problem,but I've yet to get the same response twice from them)Ok i hope this new update is worth the sweat!
imradar said:
Thanks for the speedy reply,I'm just looking now for any issues doing Rom update with vista 64(Telus tech said there should be no problem,but I've yet to get the same response twice from them)Ok i hope this new update is worth the sweat!
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No prob, almost forgot to mention, after restoring the data, your PC will recognize it as it did before. I really like this feature, thought all my data was going to be duplicated.

backup before flashing?

I am confused about one thing. Even if I want to flash the GPS fix, from HTC website - they say everything from phone memory will be deleted.
Will active sync restore all that after the flashing is complete?
I used to have Dell Axim and there was an option in active sync to backup everything. I dont see this option anymore.
I am running SPB mobile shell which I customized and I dont want to loose all that.
Thanks!
Dunno abt flashing a fix but should be the same as flashing a radio which will not erase the data inside. ANyway it is always better to backup before doing any blockpoint changes to your devices
Use PIMBackup or Microsoft MyPhone to backup data. There are others which can also backup program and registry but personally I dun think it is a good idea as different rom operate differently and may cause problems.
leckig said:
I am confused about one thing. Even if I want to flash the GPS fix, from HTC website - they say everything from phone memory will be deleted.
Will active sync restore all that after the flashing is complete?
I used to have Dell Axim and there was an option in active sync to backup everything. I dont see this option anymore.
I am running SPB mobile shell which I customized and I dont want to loose all that.
Thanks!
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Yea thats WINCE 2003 i think. It used to have an option to backup everything! Not in WM phones!
I am sure you can backup SPB settings, just search around, and you will find the answer.
I use sprite backup. I have it from when HTC use to give it for free. I'm not sure if its still free but if u are going back to the same rom u can do a full restore and it will almost be like u never changed anything.
I use Windows Myphone and PIM backup. Both work great, but I think Myphone works better. Plus you can update your calender and contacts and other things from the computer.
i have MyPhone, but I am not sure if this backups anything besides contacts and emails etc
leckig said:
i have MyPhone, but I am not sure if this backups anything besides contacts and emails etc
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Nope, nothing more than what you mentioned. But as the other user said, spritebackup might be an option. But I wont recommened restoring on a ROM different than what you backed up from.
ai6908 said:
Nope, nothing more than what you mentioned. But as the other user said, spritebackup might be an option. But I wont recommened restoring on a ROM different than what you backed up from.
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this is a very good point.
So, to summarize, you guys that load up a different rom every day (twice), do you actually have the time to use the phone at all

[Help] Reflex.S 2.0.1 + Titanium Backup

Hey guys,
I never had issues with flashing before and was using Leedroid 3.0.2 since today.
I decided to try out the new Reflex.S ROM Vers. 2.0.1. cuz it has the new Sense interface and I'm really fascinated by it.
In short: I flashed it and the recommended radio afterwards. The system booted successfull and seemed to be running stable.
Now like everybody of you surely expected, I did a recover via Titanium Backup afterwards. As soon as the recover has been finished i was getting force closes of android.acore and other modules.
I reflashed 3 times and tried to find out what might be the reason for the occuring errors. I was able to make out at least that it had to do with the import of my old contact settings (I recovered the data of contacts exclusively).
I'm sure that other modules might force the same error, but the most important one for me is the one of my contacts, as u might guess.
Does anybody of u have an idea what I might do to get all of my contacts into the Reflex.S ROM?
And please dont tell me, i got to reflash to leedroid and write down all numbers by hand
I'd really appreciate any help!
Save your contacts to your Google Account and sync with Google. It should backup your contacts (you can check when you log onto Gmail but in the browser). That's what I have done so when I change rom, I just sync my contacts back an voila.
Thx for the first advice.
Afaik I'm not able to sync my contacts to my google account after they've been created as "contacts saved on the phone". I would have to add every single of them again and then change the save-destination.
Am I right? Or maybe wrong?
Yes, you would have to add them all in again as a Google contact. Yes it is a pain but once it's done it's done. You could try to export your contacts then import them back.
Does anybody have another idea how to get my adjustments of sense, including my contacts, from a titanium backup of leedroid 3.0.2 Rom into the Rom of Reflex.S without any errors?

How to backup apps

I have like more than 50-55 apps installed and I wanna flash my phone to a new firmware but don't wanna lose out on the apps.
Reinstalling them from the app store will be a long and tedious process. So can I back them up and restore them just like Contacts?
I have one more doubt. Earlier whenever I have shifted from one bada 2.0 firmware to other, never have I been able to restore all my messages successfully. I had backed them up via Kies and on my memory card too but when I restored them only 20-25 were restored. So I'll be happy if someone can help me on this issue too.
Thanks.
AbhishekS said:
I have like more than 50-55 apps installed and I wanna flash my phone to a new firmware but don't wanna lose out on the apps.
Reinstalling them from the app store will be a long and tedious process. So can I back them up and restore them just like Contacts?
I have one more doubt. Earlier whenever I have shifted from one bada 2.0 firmware to other, never have I been able to restore all my messages successfully. I had backed them up via Kies and on my memory card too but when I restored them only 20-25 were restored. So I'll be happy if someone can help me on this issue too.
Thanks.
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@Abhishek
there is no current way to not lose apps while flashing from bada 1.0 to 2.0....
According to me..

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