unlocking my device - Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Was anyone able to unlock your S6?
I bought mine in Germany and it is locked to all of the European networks.
I've order an unlock code from 5 different unlocking sites but no one can unlock it yet.

I'm in the exact same situation, and would love to know how.

someone??

same problem here with g920f from usa.
can you tell us from where you tried to buy the codes? (so we won't buy from them)

I successfully unlocked my S6 Edge through cellunlocker.net

which module do you have?
we need to buy manufacturer code or all usa network from there?

ToMerbi said:
which module do you have?
we need to buy manufacturer code or all usa network from there?
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What do you mean by "which module"?

I meant by module to the phone version.
g920f / g920i / g920t and etc...

ToMerbi said:
I meant by module to the phone version.
g920f / g920i / g920t and etc...
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Ok, you mean model... I'm in Canada and have a G925W8 model.

FligMupple said:
Ok, you mean model... I'm in Canada and have a G925W8 model.
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my bad. it's sounds right when i wrote it down
i bought unlock code from simunlock, i'll update after i get the code.

Andrew K. Sterling said:
Hi there,
I was able to unlock mine two weeks ago using www.unlockunit.com. It wasn't locked on a German network, but it worked. You can try them too, maybe it works.
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your device was region locked or carriar locked?

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Install unlocked firmware

Can I install an unlocked firmware on a device locked to a network?
If it is compatible then yes!
Elisha said:
If it is compatible then yes!
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What do you mean by compatible? I know that the firmware must be to my model (SM-G920F).
What I am thinking to do is to apply the firmware United Kingdom BTU. My device is from Vodafone Portugal.
No one has a answer?
The answer is YES... You can
dilgit said:
The answer is YES... You can
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Thanks
After a bit more of investigation I have read that in some older samsung devices (galaxy S4, ...) putting an unlocked firmware on a branded phone could lead to problems. IS this still the case?
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Hi Raimundo , I'm from Portugal and I have a MEO version and I wanted to know the same . I think we have to waited for the unbranded one...
NonEZ said:
Hi Raimundo , I'm from Portugal and I have a MEO version and I wanted to know the same . I think we have to waited for the unbranded one...
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There is already a unbranded one, not for Portugal but for United Kingdom. My reason to do this is to remove the carrier crap and see if I can get a better battery life.
Nuno Raimundo said:
There is already a unbranded one, not for Portugal but for United Kingdom. My reason to do this is to remove the carrier crap and see if I can get a better battery life.
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I know but we have to wait for the unlocked Portuguese one, i guess...
NonEZ said:
I know but we have to wait for the unlocked Portuguese one, i guess...
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Since the hardware is the same I don't think it does any difference if the firmware is for Portugal or United Kingdom. My only doubt is related to the branded phone with unlocked firmware. Still I would like someone with more experience to shed some light in this matter.
No one care to comment on the possibility of problems in putting an unlocked ROM into a branded phone (locked to a network)?
Yes you can but your device is still locked to the network it came on unless you unlock with a unlock code.
nookcoloruser said:
Yes you can but your device is still locked to the network it came on unless you unlock with a unlock code.
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Thanks.
I have installed the firmware and until now no problems. No carrier crap
Now lets see if I see any battery consumption difference!

Unlocked SM-G955U

Last year's S7/S7edge had a different model number for each carrier (G935A/T/V/P/R4), but this year they all seem to be using the 955U model with different CSCs for each carrier.
I noticed on SamMobile there's an unbranded firmware available for the G955U with the XAS CSC, what CSC is that? Generic?
The reason I ask this is that because these US variant phones get imported to Pakistan and some people buy them since they're cheaper than the officially sold G955F models here, so if a G955U gets imported here which for example was previously used on T-Mobile in the USA, if one flashes the XAS ROM, will it basically be an unbranded Snapdragon 835 S8+ or is removing the carriers CSC not possible?
All replies will be appreciated.
Cheers
murtaza02 said:
Last year's S7/S7edge had a different model number for each carrier (G935A/T/V/P/R4), but this year they all seem to be using the 955U model with different CSCs for each carrier.
I noticed on SamMobile there's an unbranded firmware available for the G955U with the XAS CSC, what CSC is that? Generic?
The reason I ask this is that because these US variant phones get imported to Pakistan and some people buy them since they're cheaper than the officially sold G955F models here, so if a G955U gets imported here which for example was previously used on T-Mobile in the USA, if one flashes the XAS ROM, will it basically be an unbranded Snapdragon 835 S8+ or is removing the carriers CSC not possible?
All replies will be appreciated.
Cheers
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The U version is locked and not able to root. It's used by all USA carriers and they probably made it locked down due to Samsung pay. At some point a root crack will surface but it probably won't be stable
photolarry said:
The U version is locked and not able to root. It's used by all USA carriers and they probably made it locked down due to Samsung pay. At some point a root crack will surface but it probably won't be stable
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I don't need root though.
Just the possibility of flashing an unbranded ROM with no bloat, something that won't be used with US carriers.
Sent from my SM-G955F
murtaza02 said:
I don't need root though.
Just the possibility of flashing an unbranded ROM with no bloat, something that won't be used with US carriers.
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You cannot flash firmware without rooting on this device. That's my point. When you try flashing in Odin, nothing happens. That's why you cannot root or even flash things. Got it? You need root in this case.
I think we are after the same thing; xas is sprint from my understanding. xaa should be the "unlocked" carrier neutral you are looking for. There is a thread in the s8 forum where some people had success flashing parts of the Canadian firmware then refreshing parts of us firmware they had quasi obtained this but I have yet to try
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473
I read somewhere that only G955f models can change CSC firmware using Odin.
G955U models won't be able to... I could be wrong...
Then again, we won't really know until someone buys the U model and tries it out for themselves.
photolarry said:
You cannot flash firmware without rooting on this device. That's my point. When you try flashing in Odin, nothing happens. That's why you cannot root or even flash things. Got it? You need root in this case.
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Ah, makes sense. Thanks man.
Damn it. :/
HNIC215 said:
I read somewhere that only G955f models can change CSC firmware using Odin.
G955U models won't be able to... I could be wrong...
Then again, we won't really know until someone buys the U model and tries it out for themselves.
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Yeah that is the case. Damn locked bootloaders.
sniper7kills said:
I think we are after the same thing; xas is sprint from my understanding. xaa should be the "unlocked" carrier neutral you are looking for. There is a thread in the s8 forum where some people had success flashing parts of the Canadian firmware then refreshing parts of us firmware they had quasi obtained this but I have yet to try
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473
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Isn't SPR the CSC for Sprint?
Sent from my SM-G955F
murtaza02 said:
Ah, makes sense. Thanks man.
Damn it. :/
Yeah that is the case. Damn locked bootloaders.
Isn't SPR the CSC for Sprint?
Sent from my SM-G955F
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Yep, https://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=23331
But so is xas
What did you find out?
What did you find out? I'll try it with mine but I need help. I am by no means a schooled veteran in the world of command lines and tech talk but I can follow direction. I've managed to unbrick a couple LGLS 675 and bypass frp (for myself) a couple hundred times. I'll post a screen shot of my about phone if you guys are interested.
beachedv said:
What did you find out? I'll try it with mine but I need help. I am by no means a schooled veteran in the world of command lines and tech talk but I can follow direction. I've managed to unbrick a couple LGLS 675 and bypass frp (for myself) a couple hundred times. I'll post a screen shot of my about phone if you guys are interested.
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Here's the thread you need to see:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3627255
hi can any body tell me or help in finding the serial no of my phone Galaxy S8+ (SM-G955U1)=G955U1UEU2CRB9
regards
thankyou
itsme_4ucz said:
hi can any body tell me or help in finding the serial no of my phone Galaxy S8+ (SM-G955U1)=G955U1UEU2CRB9
regards
thankyou
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- Settings
- About phone
rogerandgina said:
- Settings
- About phone
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my phone is bricked.:angel:
itsme_4ucz said:
my phone is bricked.:angel:
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Do you have the original box?
itsme_4ucz said:
my phone is bricked.:angel:
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im using a 955f (so could be different on your phone), but just turn the phone around, on mine the S/N stands printed on the bottom of the backside, you can slightly see it ->here<-
and also I'm really not sure about that, but i believe some Serial/IMEI/whatever-numbers do stand in download mode
EDIT: By what i've found google'in, on the 955U, just the IMEI is printed. Sorry

how to unlock bootloader

hello friends
i have a pixel 3, and i can not unlock the bootloader on developer options
it's a verizon one , please help
thanks
Chouiyekh said:
hello friends
i have a pixel 3, and i can not unlock the bootloader on developer options
it's a verizon one , please help
thanks
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You can not unlock the bootloader on a Verizon version.
TonikJDK said:
You can not unlock the bootloader on a Verizon version.
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and what about network lock, the phone is locked to EE UK
Chouiyekh said:
and what about network lock, the phone is locked to EE UK
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Ask EE UK for a unlock code
Chouiyekh said:
and what about network lock, the phone is locked to EE UK
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You said Verizon. If it is EE you contact them and they will SIM and bootloader unlock it. Assuming the contract has been fulfilled.
unfortunately, ee uk told me that the phone status is "stolen", i bought it from ebay i have to return it before buyer protection end
Chouiyekh said:
unfortunately, ee uk told me that the phone status is "stolen", i bought it from ebay i have to return it before buyer protection end
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Oh dear . Me thinks you should be getting in touch with the cops and reporting the seller to ebay. Some poor sod needs their phone back.

Question on convert T-Mobile to Global

I'm resident in European Union, if it buys an T-Mobile OnePlus 8t can I unlock it ?
Does the phone work with a European sim card after did this ? : https://www.xda-developers.com/t-mobile-oneplus-8t-rebrand-without-bootloader-unlocking/
drfelux said:
I'm resident in European Union, if it buys an T-Mobile OnePlus 8t can I unlock it ?
Does the phone work with a European sim card after did this ? : https://www.xda-developers.com/t-mobile-oneplus-8t-rebrand-without-bootloader-unlocking/
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As stated in that article "This method will not provide you with a T-Mobile SIM unlock."
If you want it sim unlocked you need to contact T-Mobile.
Qnorsten said:
As stated in that article "This method will not provide you with a T-Mobile SIM unlock."
If you want it sim unlocked you need to contact T-Mobile.
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Ok, so they are not other method than contact T-Mobile ?
Because I find T-Mobile Locked One Plus 8t on internet, so how to convert to global if I buy it ?
drfelux said:
Ok, so they are not other method than contact T-Mobile ?
Because I find T-Mobile Locked One Plus 8t on internet, so how to convert to global if I buy it ?
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Not that I know of, but you can read/ask here https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/t-mobile-bootloader-unlock.4181339/
I would recommend buying a non locked version though. Especially if you live in the eu.
Qnorsten said:
Not that I know of, but you can read/ask here https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/t-mobile-bootloader-unlock.4181339/
I would recommend buying a non locked version though. Especially if you live in the eu.
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Ok, thank you. The locked are cheaper than global but if there are no trust way I will not take risk!
drfelux said:
Ok, thank you. The locked are cheaper than global but if there are no trust way I will not take risk!
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Yes, would suggest buying unlocked Tmob variant unless the post above can do it. But you cant be sure until you get your phone. So..

Canadian Variant SM-G781W

Hello
Im looking at upgrading the S10E to the Canadian Variant of the S20 which is SM-G781W and was wondering what my options are for bootloader unlock and root Im very tired of the Samsung bloatware and being unable to remove it
dantexaiver said:
Hello
Im looking at upgrading the S10E to the Canadian Variant of the S20 which is SM-G781W and was wondering what my options are for bootloader unlock and root Im very tired of the Samsung bloatware and being unable to remove it
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You can debloat with no root, check this post:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...sh-the-full-potential-of-your-galaxy.4376755/
dantexaiver said:
Hello
Im looking at upgrading the S10E to the Canadian Variant of the S20 which is SM-G781W and was wondering what my options are for bootloader unlock and root Im very tired of the Samsung bloatware and being unable to remove it
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you wouldn't have bootloader unlock and therefore no root, you posted this in the wrong section BTW.
rgrapow said:
You can debloat with no root, check this post:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...sh-the-full-potential-of-your-galaxy.4376755/
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3mel said:
you wouldn't have bootloader unlock and therefore no root, you posted this in the wrong section BTW.
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actually looking into a paid service to unlock the bootloader
dantexaiver said:
actually looking into a paid service to unlock the bootloader
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currently one service can't unlock the newer firmwares and the other is on hiatus, maybe for the same reason.
3mel said:
currently one service can't unlock the newer firmwares and the other is on hiatus, maybe for the same reason.
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service told me to keep an eye out for a certain version of bootloader so when the phone services im going to boot it up with out setup and see what version
I had to return my Canadian edition, locked bootloader.
I ended up having to buy the international model with OEM Unlock which Canadian does not.
K2silver said:
I had to return my Canadian edition, locked bootloader.
I ended up having to buy the international model with OEM Unlock which Canadian does
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can i replace the motherboard of the SM-G781W with a SM-G781B one? or would i be still not able to unlock the bootloader
Hello friends,
Recently I moved to Canada, I have the international model, G781B, I was wondering if it is possible to flash the canadian variant. Reason: 5G didnt work so far, tryied everything to make it work, even manually configuration of Bell network.
Comparing at the gsmarena.com, the hardware looks like the same.
I'm almost giving up and buying a new phone.
ejpenha said:
Hello friends,
Recently I moved to Canada, I have the international model, G781B, I was wondering if it is possible to flash the canadian variant. Reason: 5G didnt work so far, tryied everything to make it work, even manually configuration of Bell network.
Comparing at the gsmarena.com, the hardware looks like the same.
I'm almost giving up and buying a new phone.
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Most likely your carries uses mmwave 5g network, and international S20 FE 5g uses the other spectrums for 5g. There is no way a software flfash can change anyting, and I do not think that you can even flash software for thw wrong phone model, as odin check the BL version prior to flashing

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