1. Oiram Asojonih's Avatar
    With each passing day it's harder to accept and really aggravating that AT&T has not released 10.2. (So. Cal, L.A.) especially while reading daily how great it can be. I've never installed a leak and am very apprehensive because of some of the problems I've read that a few run into and I don't have time for any down time whether to try fixes or reloading the original OS. plus, I'm not what one would call very knowledgeable about it all if a problem comes up during or because of. What to do....i think I just need a little push to take the risk. haha!

    Posted via CB10
    sin-co likes this.
    01-14-14 10:45 AM
  2. blackberriquero's Avatar
    Just do it its so stable as an oficial os, for me its the best leak i ever loaded in my z10, but i you install it and camera doesn't work just sideload a bar of a camera. Its easy! Just do it

    Posted via my Z10 STL100-1/10.2.1.1925, WE WANT SQUIRCLE!
    nigoinsnow likes this.
    01-14-14 10:47 AM
  3. pgg101's Avatar
    Just back up your devices just in case. I'm not a techie and I found it very easy.

    Posted via CB10 on Z30STA100-5/10.2.1.1925
    01-14-14 10:47 AM
  4. NinerJet9's Avatar
    There isn't much to think about. It's rock solid and functions work with. 1925.

    Posted via CB10
    01-14-14 10:53 AM
  5. Oiram Asojonih's Avatar
    Question:
    say something goes wrong, is it as simple to reload the original OS as connecting the device again and selecting "reload original OS" or the like?

    And about how long might the entire process take?

    Posted via CB10
    01-14-14 10:53 AM
  6. lcgoldman's Avatar
    Consider yourself pushed!

    And yes you can always go back to original carrier OS

    Back up first!!

    Load 10.2.1.1925

    Restore (everything but settings)

    You'll have to reinstall Accounts and you'll lose any Android sideloads, and you'll lose any customizations you did to your icon layout.

    Entire process could take four or so hours.

    The install itself is about 20 minutes... Restore takes two to three hours... the back up about an hour.
    01-14-14 10:59 AM
  7. eaton18spd's Avatar
    I was on the att official os for about a week and it was so bad for me I loaded up the next best leak and there is no turning back for me. Im currently on 1925 and it is the best os to date. so many features and it is very stable. I dont think i will ever use an official att os again, but then again will they ever get past 10.1? Loading up a leak is super easy just make sure you get the correct autoloader for your model and everything should be fine.
    01-14-14 11:18 AM
  8. Oiram Asojonih's Avatar
    Thanks for the encouragement from you all. It's settled then, I just need to arrange a 4 hour or so window.

    Autoloader? If I choose the specific Os (-3) for my model, doesn't that take care of it?

    Posted via CB10
    01-14-14 12:26 PM
  9. sedalia066's Avatar
    Autoloader? If I choose the specific Os (-3) for my model, doesn't that take care of it?

    Posted via CB10
    Yes. The process is very easy overall. And the latest leak, 1925, is a joy to use. The state of carrier support these days makes leaks the way to go. With the ready availability of autoloaders the process is really pretty simple overall. And like others suggested above a real beauty of BB is the ability to reinstall or revert if you are not pleased.
    01-14-14 01:39 PM
  10. newcollector's Avatar
    Thanks for the encouragement from you all. It's settled then, I just need to arrange a 4 hour or so window.

    Autoloader? If I choose the specific Os (-3) for my model, doesn't that take care of it?

    Posted via CB10
    Most likely it won't take 4 hours to get everything done. Depending on your Internet speed, the OS download will be around 30 minutes. If you're on a 1 Meg service, it will take three hours.

    Backup speed depends on what you have on your phone (pictures, applications, etc.). I use the app Firechest. I find it a little quicker than Link, but either will do. Start backing up while you watch a show or eat supper.

    Once you download the OS and unzip it, the load time to your phone is about 20 minutes. Just redo your accounts and you are good to go.

    Restore, if you choose to do it, depends a lot on what you have backed up. Maybe 30-45 minutes or so.

    I do my updates when relaxing at home. About 2 hours total, start to finish. Of course your time may vary.

    DISCLAIMER: These claims have not been approved by the Federal Authorities and are not approved to treat, cure, or prevent OS-leakitis. Your experiences may vary.

    Posted via CB10 via my Z10
    Mecca EL likes this.
    01-14-14 03:21 PM
  11. castano22's Avatar
    Yeah its simple. Sometimes you have to soft brick the phone to reload the original OS. But usually while the phone is connecting to your phone there will be an option that pops up on BlackBerry Link that will let you download the latest OS from your carrier

    Posted via CB10
    01-14-14 03:37 PM
  12. Joao Oliveira's Avatar
    Go, I installed the leak, and I'm loving it!
    01-14-14 03:40 PM
  13. CarGuy1368's Avatar
    I shouldn't have to install a leak to get the latest features from BlackBerry. I don't care if it's their fault or the carrier's fault- I just want it as soon as possible and hassle free!

    Here on AT&T running 10.1.0.2030... *sigh*

    Posted via the super amazing BlackBerry Q10
    sam81 likes this.
    01-14-14 06:17 PM
  14. sklotz2000's Avatar
    Just do it!
    Lawrie Sherratt likes this.
    01-14-14 06:23 PM
  15. byrdbrained's Avatar
    Here's your little push right here! Push.
    armanatron likes this.
    01-14-14 06:30 PM
  16. BBUniq01's Avatar
    I installed 1925 on both my phone and my daughter's. Works great, no issues. Just takes time but it is worth it. Just follow the instructions, let the autoloader do the work and u will be thrilled with the results. Then sideload Snap and u r home free.

    BB Uniq BB Bold -Z10 with 1925
    Lawrie Sherratt likes this.
    01-14-14 07:01 PM
  17. CarGuy1368's Avatar
    I'll probably try to install the leak this weekend. I'm sick of waiting on AT&T!

    Posted via the super amazing BlackBerry Q10
    01-14-14 08:53 PM
  18. anon5129477's Avatar
    I understand wanting an official OS. 10.2.0.1767 was picked up by many carriers and is an awesome OS. I loaded from the leaks thread here. I would at least load that. you can restore your back up to it too.



    DO IT!! Loading the 10.2.1 leak is a little more than I want to deal with. I think you should have 100 percent good results.
    Last edited by Motorhead777; 01-14-14 at 09:21 PM.
    01-14-14 08:55 PM
  19. mohawk apple's Avatar
    loaded up 10.2.1 on my Z10 last night, first leak i have done on bb10 and its easier then bbos (9900)
    go for it!
    Mecca EL likes this.
    01-14-14 09:01 PM
  20. anon5129477's Avatar
    Question:
    say something goes wrong, is it as simple to reload the original OS as connecting the device again and selecting "reload original OS" or the like?

    And about how long might the entire process take?

    Posted via CB10
    Its easy with link. If you get stuck. Just start over loading the leak and pull the usb cord out when it starts to load. This soft brick it. So now you can use link to find the base version of the carrier OS. Very easy to do. Doesn't take long either. Move big files off your phone temp if you want faster process.
    01-14-14 09:02 PM
  21. pragnesh89's Avatar
    hmmmm.

    Really tempted to install leak-tumblr_mwjb58lfdp1skgf86o1_500.gif
    kthhrrsn and Lawrie Sherratt like this.
    01-14-14 09:19 PM
  22. sin-co's Avatar
    After you install a 10.2.XXXX leak you probably won't going back. Also, the process will not take you that long...follow the instructions and your set! Happy leaking my friend
    01-14-14 09:21 PM
  23. sly11's Avatar
    Go for it !!! did mine on Friday night and sideloaded SNAP !!! I was mad at myself for waiting 8 months before trying it!!!

    Seriously if i did it anyone can, so easy

    Cheers

    Sent from white Z30!!
    01-14-14 10:24 PM
  24. Gearheadaddy's Avatar
    Here's a push...DO IT!!!

    Trusted Member Genius
    01-15-14 01:15 AM
  25. southlander's Avatar
    If you can successfully do a FULL backup before installing the leak then there's basically zero risk. You can always do a full restore and be back just like you left it.

    Things to note:

    Use a stable PC for this. One that never blue screens, reboots by itself. Etc.

    Disable, temporarily any virus scanners and other things that might interfere.

    Shut down BlackBerry Link.

    Don't do this during a storm when your area might have a power outage or interruptions. Lol.

    That's about it.

    Z10STL100-4/10.2.1.1925
    01-15-14 01:32 AM
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