topic Re: Backup and Restore Apk in Z Series

Backup and Restore Apk

reaverscav — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 18:32:32 GMT

Hello Guys,

I recently updated to 5.02 from 4.4.4. Everything is fine except that I made my backup via "backup and restore" app on my 4.4.4 Z2. Now the problem is, 5.02 B&R app states that my file is now incompatible.

I have searched Google for any work-around and try downloading few preloaded non-xperia Z2 apks but not working. Also searched this forum but none found.

Can anyone please direct me to a site or a link of the Z2 B&R apk? Or better yet, does anyone know how can retrieve my files back without rooting the phone?

Really need your help guys.

Thanks

Re: Backup and Restore Apk

_alexdon_ — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 18:37:06 GMT

This is how to extract contacts:

/t5/Xperia-S-SL-acro-S/How-can-I-extract-contacts-from-dbk-file-on-my-computer/m-p/235921#M18676

It is true that different firmware will make backup incompatible.

Re: Backup and Restore Apk

Uliwooly — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 18:44:57 GMT

For future reference

Alternatives on How to backup Xperias

http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/36355

Re: Backup and Restore Apk

reaverscav — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:16:30 GMT

Thanks uliwooly for the link.

I want to try the xperia Z apk. However, the link is dead. 😞

Re: Backup and Restore Apk

Uliwooly — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:22:51 GMT

you could try the Z3 backup & restore, it works with the Z.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/themes-apps/port-xperia-z3-backup-restore-t2884294

Re: Backup and Restore Apk

reaverscav — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 01:27:14 GMT

I did try that beforehand but the app is not working properly.

BTW, thanks for alk your help guys. I was able to fix it by myself. I have a colleague with Z. Transfered my SD card to her phone and restore it from there. Good thing she was still at 4.4.4 back then. Was able to salvage all except the saved apps by using Xperia Transfer to Mobile.