Could root be done, then titanium backup run, A CWM backup run, then a new ROM?
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The problem is that you have to downgrade the OS prior to starting the root process, because it won't work with the current software version. In order to downgrade, you'll need to endure a factory reset, which WILL wipe all personal data off of the device.
Now, just so we're clear, here's what is meant by "factory reset" or "full wipe":
- All Apps
- All data associated with those apps
- Contacts and calendar
- SMS and MMS messages (as well as email downloaded via POP3, if applicable).
- All personalized settings
Essentially, you'll be going back to the state the phone was in when you took it out of the box, but there do be aware that a full wipe will NOT erase anything off of the SD card. So your pictures, music, videos, etc will be untouched. Also, unless you changed the default settings, your contacts and calendar are synced with your Google account, so they'll be automatically downloaded to the device once you sign in. Also also, any apps you've installed via the market are logged with your Google account as well, so your device will also automatically download and re-install all of your apps for you once you've logged on. The DATA associated with those apps will be gone, but at least you don't have re-install each one.
Check out "My Backup" -- to unlock all features, you do need to be rooted, but it does give you some functionality to back some stuff up prior to attempting the root process that may make life easier.
Bottom line though: just suck it up. If you want root, you'll have to deal with a factory reset. If the thought of restoring your phone sounds too complicated or tedious or simply unacceptable, then you're probably not the kind of person that should root your phone anyway. (and I mean no offense to anyone that falls in this category).
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