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intrepidity

(7,863 posts) Fri Dec 20, 2019, 09:46 PM Dec 2019

Android questions (phone)

Is this the correct forum?

I need to understand some things about backup, restore and sync.

Recently had to do a factory reset. Debating whether to just go with a clean slate, or to invoke the backup. Every other time I've restored, it seems only some things restore, but some things I really wanted were lost.

So now I want to thoroughly understand it all. Anyone here fancy themselves an expert willing to help?

My questions will likely be very specific. I need more than just generalized info. No computer available, only two Android phones.

TIA

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Android questions (phone) (Original Post) intrepidity Dec 2019 OP

I know some things, I could root your phone and flash a rom dewsgirl Dec 2019 #1

Rooting is in my list. Maybe now's the time to learn. intrepidity Dec 2019 #3

I do understand. dewsgirl Dec 2019 #5

There are problems with Backup and Sync with Android 10. OAITW r.2.0 Dec 2019 #2

Still on 9... intrepidity Dec 2019 #4

I read about the problem and checked my Pixel 3a XL a few weeks ago. OAITW r.2.0 Dec 2019 #6

This message was self-deleted by its author bluedye33139 Jan 2020 #9

Ask your questions and see what answers you get. ManiacJoe Dec 2019 #7

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dewsgirl

(14,964 posts)

1. I know some things, I could root your phone and flash a rom

Reply to intrepidity (Original post)

Fri Dec 20, 2019, 09:52 PM

Dec 2019

It's been awhile, though. There are several apps that will back up your device better than what comes factory with it.

intrepidity

(7,863 posts)

3. Rooting is in my list. Maybe now's the time to learn.

Reply to dewsgirl (Reply #1)

Fri Dec 20, 2019, 10:26 PM

Dec 2019

My questions are things like: if I have multiple Google accts, what are pros/cons of sync.

Historically, with computer, I was extra cautious about everything. Then I had to suddenly migrate to phone only, and I gave up and just let factory settings go. It's just a whole rabbit hole thing you know?