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Android L on Nexus 4 (Mako)

ANDROID L LOLLIPOP For all you guys who have been patiently waiting for Google to release the factory images, the wait can rather be very painful. Do keep an eye out on this link for the images -  https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images   And for other impatient Android-ians like me; we have xda. Yes, that is correct - > We have the Android L developer preview image ported for our Nexus 4. All you need is a good backup since this requires a clean flash. Head over to xda using the below link:  http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/development/lpv-79-mako-port-beta-t2807446 The build says it is in beta but I can assure you that it is stable as a rock. Steps: - Download the build - The latest 22S build is on : https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001607007   Note: Check the OT for newer builds. - Perform a factory wipe through recovery. - Install the ROM - Flash a custom kernel [optional]. Currently there are 3

The Ultimate Android backup solution

MyPhoneExplorer + TiBu + Nandroid. Here is my first attempt to write a blog about the best android backup solution. I own a mako (Nexus 4) device and creating a backup has always been a big concern to me. There are many options that allow you to backup your data to Cloud (including google backup); however I'm not comfortable storing my data which may (may not) be secure. Well, let's just say - I don't trust the cloud!  I have been flashing custom ROM's for a while now and as most of you may agree a Nandroid backup is a brilliant solution to all your backup needs. But that requires you to have a custom recovery/root access and the format in which it is stored may not be that user-friendly and readable on a simple windows PC.  I have had the pain of flashing a ROM / Kernel which led to data loss! Since then, I'm always careful to back up the data correctly before 'Swipe to Flash Zip File'! As mentioned there are various apps available on P