Backup N4, and get prepared for N5.

[androidballer]

How do I backup my N4 and transport it to the N5 when I get it this week? I have heard of Helium, and ADB Backup. But wanted to find out which is an easy and reliable way to do this.

 

[Gekko]

Gmail data and Apps will automatically restore if you selected it in the Nexus 4 settings (Settings-->Backup & Reset). some third party app data will be lost.

IMO - be careful of using a backup app on device X and restoring onto device Y. you may restore incompatible system files. best to do a fresh install and fresh sync from the get go.

 

[greenfinger]

Gmail data and Apps will automatically restore if you selected it in the Nexus 4 settings (Settings-->Backup & Reset). some third party app data will be lost.

IMO - be careful of using a backup app on device X and restoring onto device Y. you may restore incompatible system files. best to do a fresh install and fresh sync from the get go.

+1 I'd backup user data and that's about it. Apps you can always download again.