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Backing Up Method

Milostopolic
Visitor

Backing Up Method

I've searched the forums, and I didn't find what I was looking for.
So, how to back up my XU?
I've done it once using the PCC and I didn't like it, so I'm looking for an alternative.

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Samuel1
Hero

There are a ton of different apps on Google Play for backing up your phone. Personally I've used MyBackup and it worked as a charm.

Faisal630
Visitor

Hi

i'v sony xperia U 4.0.4 i found the Backup&restor app is great but the problem is after i backup my data via that app

i want to sell my mobile I make a factory reset bu the Backup&restor app still have my data which mean the other could restore it any tim.

1- is there any way to remove my backup data ?

2-when i us Backup&restor app as USP storage it doesn't work

thak you for your time and attention

Samuel1
Hero

1. Yes, the data is stored at the media memory, so in order to remove it you need perform a factory reset and include the internal storage (Settings > Backup & restore > Factory data reset > Check the box for internal storage > Reset phone.

2. You mean USB? If you want to store the backup on a USB storage you need to connect an USB memory via OTG to the phone.

Milostopolic
Visitor

Thanks for the answer.
I downloaded My Backup on my XU, and I've done the backup to sd card. I know this sounds stupid, but is this safe? Will I be able to restore everything from sd card after software update?

Samuel1
Hero

Well, as I'm sure you understand I can't promise anything, but as I mentioned in a previous post I've used MyBackup myself and it worked well. All the data I backed up was restoed just fine.

Milostopolic
Visitor

Thanks. Slightly_smiling_Face

Faisal630
Visitor

thank you for your Help

regarding to my Q2 i mean if i connect my phone into the PC and start Backup & restore app i want to backup my data in the PC is there any way because the app disable that option (USB storage) ??

thank you

Samuel1
Hero

Yes, there is a backup function in PC Companion as well. PC Companion is found on the link below. Regarding USB storage being disabled, see my previous post on why.

http://www.sonymobile.com/update

Faisal630
Visitor

Thanks alot  for your support

but I mean how can i backup my data into the PC (using Backup & restore app) i Connect the phone to the Pc the but USB storage choice Still disabled