How to do a full backup of my android device like Apple without any 3rd party software or anything?

[Aquila]

I would prefer not to root it as long as there is a warranty on this device. And I know some of you saying but you can always flash a stock room using ODIN, but seriously guys if your device is knackered, is this really and for sure going to work before you can send into whoever?!

You are right 100%. If you are considering potentially sending a device in under a warranty claim, you should absolutely not root it. Doing so, if you should have an issue, is highly immoral (to file a claim after you knowingly violated the terms of the warranty you are trying to cash out on). This hits the OEM's checkbook and raises costs for consumers. Insurance is a very different matter, because you're paying for that on a voluntary basis per individual device and it's an insurance company that takes the "hit"; however both parties enter into that agreement for mutual benefit with the same understanding of trying to screw the other person out of a dollar.

 

[Jon_Doh]

My BackUp Pro from the Play store. It backs up apps, settings, alarms, SMS messages, your music and pictures - whatever you select. You can back up to your sd card and also online to their server. And it's for non rooted phones.

 

[mrnaughty]

unfortunately there is no google/android backup software of any kind (like itunes).

i know exactly how u feel and what u mean. i hope this helps:

after doing long research, i was able to finally find something to help me backup/restore my phone with complete ease. it does require downloading a 3rd party software on your computer. the best part is you dont need to root the phone or anything so its totally safe if ur looking to just backup ur phone. the software is called "nexus root toolkit" i dont remember their website where you can download it from but an easy google search will do the trick. once installed, run the software (dont hookup ur phone yet, itll tell u when) and one of the 1st things itll ask is to identify your phone so you will have a drop down to choose from. once thats done it is highly suggested to do the "initial setup" that way the proper phone drivers will be installed to your computer. when you run the "initial setup" itll give you easy step by step instructions on what to do. follow those til u get the drivers installed. once completed, click on "backup" and from there you will see the "backup all apps" option, check off the 2 boxes if u want (the 2 options are self explanatory) and from there click "create android backup file" and youre done. depending how much you have stored on your phone will determine the time it takes to save the backup file. my backup file is 7gb and it took about 30-45min

keep in mind when you do the "initial setup" you will see ur phone change screens and itll have the software running on ur phone, dont freak out. its totally normal and ur phone is completely safe. if you are computer savvy and know whats up, then this will be a lot easier. if youre not computer savvy then be extra cautious and follow the instructions.

Were you able to use backup file to restore it and if so, did it work good?

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[shaytoon21]

Were you able to use backup file to restore it and if so, did it work good?

yes and yes. phone worked like brand new

 

[HNNNNNGHHH]

I don't find any of the non-root required 3rd party apps dependable, as none of them backed up my app data (with my experience. you mileage may vary depending on device). That's why I use ClockWorkMod to backup my entire phone.

 

[badbrad17]

The HTC phones have a good backup feature in the Sense UI I believe. Since 4.0 I believe. I use Titanium rooted but Carbon works well even unrooted.

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[Karearea]

I backed up my Samsung Note 2 to mac using Kies yesterday. It seemed to work OK. I can access data files like .pdf and .jpg on the mac. It's stored in a directory called samsung. It also backed up my Galaxy mini 2 GT-6500D to a separate directory. Very well behaved.

 

[badbrad17]

I backed up my Samsung Note 2 to mac using Kies yesterday. It seemed to work OK. I can access data files like .pdf and .jpg on the mac. It's stored in a directory called samsung. It also backed up my Galaxy mini 2 GT-6500D to a separate directory. Very well behaved.
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a506/Falcnz/KBK_zpsb17e5827.jpg

The latest versions of Kies are much better. I used it on my old SGS2 recently and it worked well.

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[deadlock4400]

I dont think kies support app and app data backup

I am agree with you.