[Q] Factory reset every time ROM update?

[amd62]

Hi!

I use Google edition s4 ROM, and i really like it. But when it receives an update do i have to factory reset everytime? Im on 20150614, with CWM 6,0,4,7.

Id really really appreciate a fast answer

Also, if i wish to switch Kernel from Alucard to Googy-Max, is it ok to Wipe dalvik cache, and then flash kernel?

EDIT: the rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2557353

 

[amd62]

bump?

 

[Strephon Alkhalikoi]

Dirty flashes should be OK, however the ROM thread you linked to should have provided the answer. Regardless, you really should change that recovery to TWRP. Clockworkmod is no longer being supported and people are having difficulty installing some custom ROMs with it.

Wiping cache is fine when changing kernels.

 

[amd62]

Thanks for the help

Btw. I dont know how to change recoveries? XD. Is it Just using Odin like with cwm? And do i have to remove cwm first / wipe device?

 

[dorian2kx]

No, u can just flash ur new recovery through cwm

 

[amd62]

Okay. What is the preferred TWRP? Do you possibly have a link ?

Asking because i cannot find the S4 i9505 on their site?

EDIT: I managed to install it via the App they've made. It is much nicer than CWM. Thanks for the help both of you

 

[amd62]

Ok ive tried to flash 2 different kernels multiple times now.

Tried Googy-Max, and the phone wont boot android ?

Tried Hulk, and it took forever to boot, then rebooted immediately etc.

Am i flashing kernels wrong?, i did dalvik/cache wipe after the flash