Retain Activity Data - Set up phone as new

[eyecrispy]

So have you set up the phone as new yet and did you use Decipher?

Looks like a great tool, but does anyone find it kind of ridiculous that we have to resort to a 3rd party app to restore activity data?

 

[robertk328]

Looks like a great tool, but does anyone find it kind of ridiculous that we have to resort to a 3rd party app to restore activity data?

Kind of But it's either restore it and move on or worry about it. I figured I'd belly-ache more over the missing data than I would spending money on a tool to do it lol

 

[bigtruck1369]

Wow! That's GREAT! Good on ya!

Weight isn't my problem, but lousy aerobic capacity is. General muscle tone could also use some work. While the numbers data is important, the Watch's rings are simple and quick to understand, colorful and fun. And I like the badges. What can I say.

That, combined with accounts like yours, inspire me to get moving, even without competition. Keep up the good work and know that doing what you're doing has helped someone you've never even met. Thank you for that.

Thank you for your kind words!

 

[bigtruck1369]

So have you set up the phone as new yet and did you use Decipher?

Sorry for the lack of updates, but unfortunately I don't have any yet. I've had some family obligations (like a toddler turning 3 and all of the prep that goes with that!) so I haven't been able to mess with it, but I need to do something soon because I'm traveling next week.

Thanks for checking in!

 

[nnahorski]

Having the rings to fill and maintaining my streak has been the thing that has motivated to get moving again. After many attempts to get more active so that I can be more healthy, nothing has kept me on it like this, and the responsibility of walking the dog twice a day that came home with us at Christmas.

Not having a good way to keep this data (and momentum!) while fixing a software issue I'm having with my phone is frustrating. I've lost 10 pounds through the month of January, met my move goal 65 days since getting my watch, filled all three rings for 40 days now, and I'm on a 30 day streak of hitting 10k+ daily steps. I currently weigh around 380, so these are all huge accomplishments.

In short, I strongly believe that recording (and keeping) the fitness data is very important.

First, GOOD FOR YOU!!!!! KEEP IT UP!!!!

Second, I feel the same way about my activity data - my streak is no where near as long as yours (44 days of all three rings), but it is still important to me and I would be disappointed if I lost that data, even though I know I did it. I know that Decipher has worked for a couple of my colleagues but I haven't used it myself. Hopefully you can find a solution to allow you to keep the data. Please keep us posted!

 

[bigtruck1369]

UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!!

The Decipher Tools solution worked perfectly. I even paid for the license so I could transfer my text and iMessages as well. I probably didn't really have to, but I was so excited that it worked that I wanted to support them.

I have a clean install WITH my watch, health, and activity data (and my iMessages) and it was easy. The only trouble I ran into was that my computer took FOREVER to handle most of its tasks, but that's not related to the software.

I highly recommend this tool for anyone who wants to start fresh and keep their health and activity data.

 

[robertk328]

UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!!

The Decipher Tools solution worked perfectly. I even paid for the license so I could transfer my text and iMessages as well. I probably didn't really have to, but I was so excited that it worked that I wanted to support them.

I have a clean install WITH my watch, health, and activity data (and my iMessages) and it was easy. The only trouble I ran into was that my computer took FOREVER to handle most of its tasks, but that's not related to the software.

I highly recommend this tool for anyone who wants to start fresh and keep their health and activity data.

I did the same thing. Worked flawlessly.

 

[tcuprof]

UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!! UPDATE!!!!

The Decipher Tools solution worked perfectly. I even paid for the license so I could transfer my text and iMessages as well. I probably didn't really have to, but I was so excited that it worked that I wanted to support them.

I have a clean install WITH my watch, health, and activity data (and my iMessages) and it was easy. The only trouble I ran into was that my computer took FOREVER to handle most of its tasks, but that's not related to the software.

I highly recommend this tool for anyone who wants to start fresh and keep their health and activity data.

Thanks for the update. It's good to have multiple confirmations that the solution works as promised.

 

[robertk328]

Thanks for the update. It's good to have multiple confirmations that the solution works as promised.

Yes - and their support is great. I was using a beta when I tried to use it, and they emailed me a version they were testing but not yet released to make sure I had something to try. Worked great

 

[anon(4697585)]

Does it work if you back up via iCloud and not iTunes?
I've just increased my workout regimen and want to keep them!

 

[robertk328]

Does it work if you back up via iCloud and not iTunes?
I've just increased my workout regimen and want to keep them!

No. it's an app that basically takes the backup file and breaks out the stuff you want to keep, then you restore it. You need to do it through iTunes at least this one time. After that you can backup with iCloud.

 

[eyecrispy]

No. it's an app that basically takes the backup file and breaks out the stuff you want to keep, then you restore it. You need to do it through iTunes at least this one time. After that you can backup with iCloud.

I'm totally gonna check this out. Does it break out anything other than activity data? Like SMS or photos? I find it very annoying that iOS backups are one giant hunk that can't be restore piece by piece at the user's discretion.

 

[robertk328]

I'm totally gonna check this out. Does it break out anything other than activity data? Like SMS or photos? I find it very annoying that iOS backups are one giant hunk that can't be restore piece by piece at the user's discretion.

Their website has all the info. I carried forward activity and messages but that's it. Photos I have in iCloud Photo Library.

 

[kelda_w]

I can't help but chime in I just saw this thread reviewing our site's recent incoming links, and I really appreciate all of the kind words about Decipher Activity Transfer. I'm glad people like it!

 

[robertk328]

I can't help but chime in I just saw this thread reviewing our site's recent incoming links, and I really appreciate all of the kind words about Decipher Activity Transfer. I'm glad people like it!

It's a utility that does what it says, and does it well!

 

[Mac Guy]

I can't help but chime in

Please feel free to chime in anytime!

 

[bigtruck1369]

I'm totally gonna check this out. Does it break out anything other than activity data? Like SMS or photos? I find it very annoying that iOS backups are one giant hunk that can't be restore piece by piece at the user's discretion.

If you use the free version of the app you can only do activity data. If you but a license you can choose from a bunch of different things to restore. I chose to keep my iMessages too.

 

[robertk328]

If you use the free version of the app you can only do activity data. If you but a license you can choose from a bunch of different things to restore. I chose to keep my iMessages too.

Same as me. Not necessary but nice to have.

 

[anon(4697585)]

Just tested it on my dev phone and it works great!
Thanks for recommending guys!

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