Fri Dec 20, 2019, 09:46 PM

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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9 replies	Author	Time	Post
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
This message was self-deleted by its author	bluedye33139	Jan 2020	#8

Response to intrepidity (Original post)

Fri Dec 20, 2019, 09:52 PM

dewsgirl (14,942 posts)

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

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

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Response to dewsgirl (Reply #1)

Fri Dec 20, 2019, 10:26 PM

intrepidity (5,709 posts)

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

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?

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Response to intrepidity (Reply #3)

Fri Dec 20, 2019, 10:57 PM

dewsgirl (14,942 posts)