Hi
Is there a way we can update (not reinstall) a non-market apk on an Android device? I could only find an adb install (nothing like adb update)
Thanks.
+3
A:
adb install -r is the closest you get, that is actually an update as it keeps the database and stored preferences. If you uninstall/re-install both the app database and preferences is deleted. What exactly are you trying to update about the app that -r option does not help you with ?
PHP_Jedi
2010-03-10 08:17:14
There is some data I store in the app which I would like to retain across updates/reinstalls. I figure if this is a limitation, the only way I have is to store it in the SD Card, but thats again a risk if the user deletes the data from the card?
lostInTransit
2010-03-10 15:10:31
The data you store in the app (in context preferences) will remain there on a reinstall, that is if you use adb -r option.... These data will only be deleted if you uninstall or delete them manually by code.
PHP_Jedi
2010-03-10 16:48:09
@lostInTransit: This is the answer you were looking for, why don't you accept it
HXCaine
2010-09-01 11:34:12