Samsung Galaxy S... highest spec Android phone released... also with QWERTY!

Wizzfizz · 27 Nov 2011 at 14:36

I'm after ways of trying to backup my saved SMS, as I've many. As I'm not able to connect to the Andriod Market (I thought that I could do via WIFI?). What other ways can I go about backing my saved SMS? as Kies doesn't offer this backup to PC like it does with contacts/music/pictures etc.

muon · 27 Nov 2011 at 15:03

Wizzfizz said:
I'm after ways of trying to backup my saved SMS, as I've many. As I'm not able to connect to the Andriod Market (I thought that I could do via WIFI?). What other ways can I go about backing my saved SMS? as Kies doesn't offer this backup to PC like it does with contacts/music/pictures etc.

http://handheld.softpedia.com/progDownload/SMS-Backup-Restore-Download-92446.html

I'm sure there are loads of apps on getjar as well.

http://www.getjar.com/

Wizzfizz · 27 Nov 2011 at 18:10

Wizzfizz said:
I'm wanting to update my Galaxy S to the latest, available firmware (currently using 2.1). First off, I want to back up my contacts, which I've done via Kies. Now I'm wanting to update a lot of saved SMS, I understand to do this I need to download an app from the market place? The only problem is, is that I can't access the market place, it won't connect.

I've only got a PAYG sim in this phone, as it was given to me by my gf, as she upgraded, so I don't have any data or owt like that. I was under the impression that I'd be able to access the market via my home WIFI?

Any other suggestions on how to back up all my SMS?

Cheers

Wizzfizz said:
I'm after ways of trying to backup my saved SMS, as I've many. As I'm not able to connect to the Andriod Market (I thought that I could do via WIFI?). What other ways can I go about backing my saved SMS? as Kies doesn't offer this backup to PC like it does with contacts/music/pictures etc.

Anyone else?

I take it you can't connect to the Android market via WIFI?

w1lliam · 27 Nov 2011 at 18:35

Wizzfizz said:
Anyone else?

I take it you can't connect to the Android market via WIFI?

Yes you can connect to the market via wifi. Also the app you want is SMS backup and restore. It does the job. I have used it multiple times on my galaxy tab.

Wizzfizz · 27 Nov 2011 at 23:33

Why arent i able to connect to the market then? It keeps saying it cant establish a connection itd annoying!

w1lliam · 28 Nov 2011 at 11:36

Wizzfizz said:
Why arent i able to connect to the market then? It keeps saying it cant establish a connection itd annoying!

I take it you can't browse the web through the browser on your home wifi either?
Because if you can then I'd does not make any sense. Also you can export your contacts to the sd card and then copy it to somewhere safe.

Wizzfizz · 28 Nov 2011 at 12:03

No, I can browse the web perfectly fine, but when I try to log into the Android market, it won't do so.

MrMacca · 28 Nov 2011 at 14:59

Wizz, try going Settings > Manage applications. Find the Market App, and then delete any updates that may have been installed.

Have you setup an account on the phone?

w1lliam · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:01

Wizzfizz said:
No, I can browse the web perfectly fine, but when I try to log into the Android market, it won't do so.

If you want to backup up your messages. Then voila. It's a free app on the market, I just uploaded for your use.

Also go to the xda page and flash the latest rom, JVT, via Odin. It's much simpler.

Wizzfizz · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:10

MrMacca said:
Wizz, try going Settings > Manage applications. Find the Market App, and then delete any updates that may have been installed.

Have you setup an account on the phone?

That's what I'm trying to do. I try to make an account, by entering my name then make up a username, then the phone does a 'Checking username availability', after about a minute I then get this message 'Can't establish a reliable data connection to the server' :/

PiKe · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:13

Wizzfizz said:
That's what I'm trying to do. I try to make an account, by entering my name then make up a username, then the phone does a 'Checking username availability', after about a minute I then get this message 'Can't establish a reliable data connection to the server' :/

Just create a google account on google or gmail on your pc.

w1lliam · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:14

Wizzfizz said:
That's what I'm trying to do, I try to make an account put my name/username in then the phone does a 'Checking username availability' after about a minute I then get this message 'Can't establish a reliable data connection to the server' :/

Try making an account on the web, rather than through the phone. Or go into recovery and wipe the cache. But only do it if you know what you're doing.

PiKe · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:17

Just a small note: Once you have your backup sorted; Before you update, ensure your CSC is set to XEU (this change alone will wipe user data and cache anyway).

Wizzfizz · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:34

Created a google account and tried signing in, on the phone. It still won't let me log in, I just get the same 'Can't establish a reliable data connection to the server'.

w1lliam · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:46

Wizzfizz said:
Created a google account and tried signing in, on the phone. It still won't let me log in, I just get the same 'Can't establish a reliable data connection to the server'.

Turn off the phone.
1. Press and hold Volume Up + Home Key
2. Continue holding those buttons and then press and hold power.
3. When you see the logo pop up release power ONLY
4. Keep holding two buttons from step 2 until you enter recovery mode.
5. Wipe cache and dalvik cache. DO NOT WIPE DATA/FACTORY RESET.
6. Reboot.
7. Try logging in again

PiKe · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:47

Why are we still faffing around? Someone supplied you the link to the apk, just download it, install it, back up your sms, then nuke the phone!

w1lliam · 28 Nov 2011 at 15:54

Dont forget to transfer the backup off your phone before you 'nuke' it.

PiKe · 28 Nov 2011 at 16:15

w1lliam said:
Dont forget to transfer the backup off your phone before you 'nuke' it.

Internal SD card doesn't get wiped.

muon · 28 Nov 2011 at 16:21

w1lliam said:
Dont forget to transfer the backup off your phone before you 'nuke' it.

Factory reset does leave USB storage alone though.

Wizzfizz · 28 Nov 2011 at 16:21

I'm trying to transfer the 'SMS+Backup+&+Restore-58.apk' using the Kies software but all I get is 'SMS+Backup+&+Restore-58.apk has a file format that cannot be played on GT-9000'.

What am I doing wrong? I'm such newbie when it comes to mobiles.