Mybackup Pro vs Titanium Pro

[dtm_stretch]

Honestly, I am getting a little tired of having to restore everything after a rom update, so which of these to do you prefer? or is there a better option? I have used the free versions of both of these apps and never have any luck restoring my apps plus data. Is there a way to save the home screens with either of these apps?

 

[schnergun]

Yeah i hate it as well!! As a noob I didnt even know thhat they backed up your apps. I will download whichever one works best!!!

 

[Cyber Warrior]

They both do. Titanium you need to be rooted. Mybackup pro you don't need to be rooted. I use Titanium.
Here's an article exlaining the two: Back up your Android home screens: Here's how - Computerworld Blogs

 

[dtm_stretch]

They both do. Titanium you need to be rooted. Mybackup pro you don't need to be rooted. I use Titanium.
Here's an article exlaining the two: Back up your Android home screens: Here's how - Computerworld Blogs

Thanks for the link, I guess I already set that up. How do you stop google from auto restoring your apps(without the data of course) in order to apply the restore from mybackup?

 

[HAAS599]

Thanks for the link, I guess I already set that up. How do you stop google from auto restoring your apps(without the data of course) in order to apply the restore from mybackup?

I usually go into airplane mode.

 

[dtm_stretch]

I usually go into airplane mode.

That is great idea thanks.

 

[ragnarokx]

Ever since MyBackup Root was released (same as Pro version but free), I've been using that and have been very happy with it. Seems easier to use and I like the UI better than TB.

 

[comets8518]

with my first,2,3,4 flash...trulyepic v1(1.1,1.2) I've used titanium and then switch to mybackup root on Rag's suggestion. Worked well for me. I've actually let google market restore all my apps and then I restore data to the important apps (astrid, games, etc). That seems to be quickest and least likely to cause problems.

How do you stop google from auto restoring your apps(without the data of course) in order to apply the restore from mybackup?

Have you tried going to settings - privacy and unchecking the boxes before you flash, reboot a time or two.
When I first started I didn't have those checked and the no apps auto restored and the only apps that showed up were purchased apps.


I have a question on this topic..Seems my problems maybe came from what I restored rather than which app I used.
Does anyone know if restoring all apps/data that include sprint or samsung apps onto roms that don't include it in the initial flash.
e.g. I've restored sprint vmail to Trulyepic v1.2...if I restore an old backup from when I had other sprint apps, previous flashes I restored all sprint/samsung apps, is that possibly what causes the problems?

 

[Cyber Warrior]

Thanks for the link, I guess I already set that up. How do you stop google from auto restoring your apps(without the data of course) in order to apply the restore from mybackup?

You can go into mangage applications and delete the markets data and cache. It will uninstall the market until the next time you open it again. Don't worry your apps will not be deleted, they are backed up to your Google account.

 

[whippingboy]

The only way to restore DATA using My Backup Pro is to be ROOTED. Once you have superuser access, My Backup Pro has additional options you can use. I have the app, but never had to do a restore... I think I may try Rag's suggestion of using My Backup Root...that is if I finally break down and root...

 

[btgoodlin]

so, why not CWM backup since we all seem to need to use CWM to flash ROMs anyways? One less app to clutter our phones, no?

 

[amnchode]

While using the CWM advanced restore is a viable option, it can cause issues, especially when jumping from one ROM to another (ie, Viper to Bonsai). Same could be said with Titanium if you restore the wrong data.

I personally do both. I back all user installed apps & data plus some "select" system data (items that I know won't mess with the ROM setup upon restoration) with Titanium. Then use the filters/batch to keep them up to date without backing up all the uneeded stuff.

However, before I do any major changes, I also do a CWM backup, just in case. After I load a new ROM, I'll attempt a CWM restore to try and get everything, but if it causes problems, I fall back to Titanium.

The nice part about Titanium is that it doesn't take near as long to get the most up to date backup as you just have to redo updated apps and data vs backing up EVERYTHING.

Between those 2, gmail taking care of my contacts, and handcent taking care of my SMS/MMS messages, I know my data is safe...

 

[btgoodlin]

Aye, so I flashed the new TrulyEpic today. I like it.

Before I flashed, I did a full backup in CWM of my Bonsai1.1.4. I did all the backup options in MyBackupRoot.

I flashed Truly Epic and as expected, it was like a brand new phone. I had to enter my gmail account and all. no apps or anything. so I download MyBackupRoot again from the catalog and try to restore my jazz, apps, apks, data and only a few apps came through.

I'm back to Bonsai1.1.4 thanks to the full restore i did in CWM.

I'm confused how everyone flashes so (seamingly) seamlessly betwixt ROMs. I'm sure they want their apps and app data to port too, right?

 

[Brianadfl]

so with my backup pro should you back up system settings or no? because i cant find a place to select a few.

 

[Since9600]

I have found that My backup Pro is best suited for basic back-ups as it works great when combined with google sync.. I personally have used it when running stock. When rooted I always use Titanium (can't beat the options!) and CWM...

 

[Paul627g]

Thanks for the link, I guess I already set that up. How do you stop google from auto restoring your apps(without the data of course) in order to apply the restore from mybackup?

If memory serves me correctly since I always blow threw that part blindly..

When you flash a new ROM, at first boot you sign into your Google account when it gets to the screen asking about Google asking to allow backups of your apps/settings hit your Menu key and select DISABLE.

That should stop the restore from happening. You can then turn it back on in your Privacy settings at a later date. Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.