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S7 Edge International - Apple Pay, Visual Voice Mail & Wifi Calling

Hello,
I really apologize for all these post, I am just trying to figure out how to use this phone. I did do a google search but the information I am getting is mixed.
- Samsung Pay - Does it work on the International version S7 Edge?
- Wifi Calling - Can I get it to work by slapping an AT&T rom?
- Visual Voicemail - Is there a tweak to get it integrated on the phone icon?
Thanks in advance.

1) depends on which country you live. I heard samsung activated it in UK, eventually all the countries should
2) absolutely not. Despite the two variants having different hardware (exynos 8890 and snap 820), wifi calling has to be implemented by the carrier. Anyhow, it'd brick your phone
3) don't really know, but I don't think it's possible on samsung stock dialer. But you could try to download some custom ones from the store

DevastatorTNT said:
1) depends on which country you live. I heard samsung activated it in UK, eventually all the countries should
2) absolutely not. Despite the two variants having different hardware (exynos 8890 and snap 820), wifi calling has to be implemented by the carrier. Anyhow, it'd brick your phone
3) don't really know, but I don't think it's possible on samsung stock dialer. But you could try to download some custom ones from the store
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Thanks for the info.
I was able to download Android Pay and add a credit card but unable to test it. I am located in California, USA.
I will will check on the VVM app and see if I can get it to work.

Exynos Note8 on AT&T?

Has anyone considered using the Global or the Korean version of this phone on ATT network? I don't buy a phone if I can't have bootloader unlock and root access. Right now it looks like only Exynos versions of this phone will have this. Just wanted to know if anyone is using one on ATT and what their experience has been.

Kul_dood said:
Has anyone considered using the Global or the Korean version of this phone on ATT network? I don't buy a phone if I can't have bootloader unlock and root access. Right now it looks like only Exynos versions of this phone will have this. Just wanted to know if anyone is using one on ATT and what their experience has been.
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There is a big discussion about this over on the S8+ forum. There are trade offs, but I think they have ironed out most of the big set backs.

ShrekOpher said:
There is a big discussion about this over on the S8+ forum. There are trade offs, but I think they have ironed out most of the big set backs.
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Would you mind linking to that thread please?
I did a comparison of the bands and it seems the Korean version (SM-N950N) has all the same bands as the ATT version. I figure I just pop in my SIM card and go. Am I misssing anything?

Kul_dood said:
Would you mind linking to that thread please?
I did a comparison of the bands and it seems the Korean version (SM-N950N) has all the same bands as the ATT version. I figure I just pop in my SIM card and go. Am I misssing anything?
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Some of AT&T's network features will not work.
WiFi calling, VoLTE, etc.
There are some workarounds out there, but the results vary.

Kul_dood said:
Would you mind linking to that thread please?
I did a comparison of the bands and it seems the Korean version (SM-N950N) has all the same bands as the ATT version. I figure I just pop in my SIM card and go. Am I misssing anything?
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I think Band like 28 or 29 is missing. It's the carrier aggregation band. So you won't miss it unless you live in a big city.
I know there were other issues as well, I ended up getting the AT&T S8+ and now the AT&T Note 8. Too many weird things to deal with on the international versions.
I think it's missing G things like Samsung pay as well.
Also root is a bit tricky now too. You can use magisk to hide your root from "Safety Net" checking apps (Netflix, Samsung pay, Android pay, Pokémon Go etc.) but every time Google updates Safety Net or any of those apps update your access to them will be broken until magisk gets updated. Can take weeks sometimes.

Kul_dood said:
Would you mind linking to that thread please?
I did a comparison of the bands and it seems the Korean version (SM-N950N) has all the same bands as the ATT version. I figure I just pop in my SIM card and go. Am I misssing anything?
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Here is a thread that is the Exynos on Tmobile related to the Note 8
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/slow-lte-n950f-uk-clove-t-mobile-usa-t3688437

Overall Compatibility in the US

Hey guys, so I was exploring purchasing a Mi Mix 3 on Aliexpress for use in the United States. However, I had some concerns about usage in the United States, especially with the international version. Could someone please tell me about their experience with this phone in the United States, including carrier signal (preferably T Mobile), any issues you've come across using this phone in the United States, and other similar dilemmas. Thanks!

Its name Global Version for a reason, so i think it will work fine all around the world, IF its a true Global Edition.
Check carefully, many seller flash the global/eu rom on CN variant and sell them as "Global Edition".

It will work internationally whether it's a global edition or not, there's no difference in the bands between the Chinese and Global variants. The software is different, however. The Chinese software works fine in the US, but you have a bit of work to do to get the Google apps on it. The other issue is if the seller is buying the Chinese variant then loading the Global software and relocking the bootloader, because if you subsequently install an official update, you will hard-brick your device. Having said that, I can't think of any reason why sellers would be bothering with that now that the Global version is readily available, at least the more reputable ones. Gearbest always clearly mark their devices on the website as either Chinese or Global. I suppose if you wanted to be absolutely sure, you could buy from a European retailer, assuming you don't want the 8/256 model. The other option, of course, is to unlock the bootloader and (optionally) install an unofficial rom, that way you also get regular Android security updates.

I would recommend spending the extra to get the 8/256 if there is any chance you are going to get a "chinese" version. The "global" version is *supposed* to have all the bands enabled on all storage/ram configurations. However, the chinese version only has full band support on the 8/256 device. It is possible that we may be able to find a way to use QXDM and stuff to enable additional bands regardless, but I wouldn't count on that. I spent the extra to get an 8/256 which now has the leaked global rom on it. The global software works great and I have atleast equivalent coverage to my work Pixel 2 XL, usually with slightly better signal levels.
I have no complaints about this device, the only thing I have noticed is it seems that the glass is not as hard on some units. I bought my wife an 8/256 device and she is not exactly gentle on her device. Her screen has no scratches, but mine has many already after about 2 months, and I'm pretty careful with my devices. And to be clear, these are light surface scratches that are only visible when tilting the device with the screen off, not something you can see with the screen on.

I have T Mobile. I get better reception on Mi Mix 3 than I got on both my Note 8 and my iPhone 7. I know this because there's a spot I park every day and the MiMix works there when the others didn't.
I got 96mbps on 4G LTE when I tested it.
Of note: I did have an original MiMix 1 and it was not good for reception. At all. But the 3 has something like 42 bands in, and it has the best reception of any phone I've had.

PWn3R said:
I would recommend spending the extra to get the 8/256 if there is any chance you are going to get a "chinese" version. The "global" version is *supposed* to have all the bands enabled on all storage/ram configurations. However, the chinese version only has full band support on the 8/256 device. It is possible that we may be able to find a way to use QXDM and stuff to enable additional bands regardless, but I wouldn't count on that. I spent the extra to get an 8/256 which now has the leaked global rom on it. The global software works great and I have atleast equivalent coverage to my work Pixel 2 XL, usually with slightly better signal levels.
I have no complaints about this device, the only thing I have noticed is it seems that the glass is not as hard on some units. I bought my wife an 8/256 device and she is not exactly gentle on her device. Her screen has no scratches, but mine has many already after about 2 months, and I'm pretty careful with my devices. And to be clear, these are light surface scratches that are only visible when tilting the device with the screen off, not something you can see with the screen on.
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So I just want to confirm. If I buy a mix 3 in China and then flash itd to a global ROM (e.g. EU) then I should have no issues using it in the US (I'll be on T-Mobile).

There is a serious problem to me not sure if it's because of Mi MIX or TMobile combination (Los Angeles area)
Same problem on my wife's MIX 2S and my MIX 3, both official global version and latest firmware.
When the phone is on wifi, even though the mobile connection looks connected, it might have been disconnected actually.
No call and message will come through. People's calls will go to voice mail.
You will not know that until someone tell you they can't call you on the phone, or when turning off wifi suddently all missing text/MMS messages will arrive.
I'm still searching on more information on this and if some others have the same issue.
One of you friends used to have similar issues using a Samsung Galaxy on TMobile before he switched to iPhone.

Working great here in MN on T-Mobile no issues at all. I have the global edition.

It works for the most part on Verizon (a carrier which doesn't technically support it), the only issues I have are with MMS messaging (which is fixed in another thread) and my mobile hotspot which Verizon seems to be unable to turn on properly. Other than that I haven't had any issues. I would imagine on a GSM carrier like T-Mobile you would see even fewer problems, if any.

Rockmadeofrock said:
It works for the most part on Verizon (a carrier which doesn't technically support it), the only issues I have are with MMS messaging (which is fixed in another thread) and my mobile hotspot which Verizon seems to be unable to turn on properly. Other than that I haven't had any issues. I would imagine on a GSM carrier like T-Mobile you would see even fewer problems, if any.
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How did you get it to work with Verizon? I entered my IMEI and it isn't compatible.

Matt0817 said:
How did you get it to work with Verizon? I entered my IMEI and it isn't compatible.
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All you need to do is pop in a Verizon SIM card and change the APN settings and it'll work. Sometimes the SIM card won't let you change them (because Verizon locks them down), but that didn't happen to me. If that's the case, grab someone else's SIM card that has like T-Mobile, put it in your phone, add a new APN, then put the Verizon one back in and select the APN you made. I detailed the settings you need to set in these posts: _1_, _2_. If you need any additional help let me know.
Also, if you want to enable VoLTE check out this thread.

Bought a used s10e from us

so earlier this morning I bought a samsung s10e imported from the usa. It comes with sprint software in it. The seller says it is unlocked. So it is safe for me to change the firmware to another version? I can't use the full potential of this phone using the US version. I can't even use 4g+ and stuck with full bar lte wherever I go. Yeah it shows full bar late and I'm not sure whats the reasoning behind it. Also not sure if changing the software to another version is possible or can help me with my internet.
I used to have 140mbps tops with my note 5
Now with the s10e I only reach 50mbps best

shadyer said:
so earlier this morning I bought a samsung s10e imported from the usa. It comes with sprint software in it. The seller says it is unlocked. So it is safe for me to change the firmware to another version? I can't use the full potential of this phone using the US version. I can't even use 4g+ and stuck with full bar lte wherever I go. Yeah it shows full bar late and I'm not sure whats the reasoning behind it. Also not sure if changing the software to another version is possible or can help me with my internet.
I used to have 140mbps tops with my note 5
Now with the s10e I only reach 50mbps best
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s10e/how-to/g970u-g970u1-firmware-links-t3904628
The firmware is interchangeable. I bought an unlocked g970u1 and installed the Verizon specific firmware to convert it to a g970u. You should be fine to go the reverse direction. Check the link to the post above.

shadyer said:
so earlier this morning I bought a samsung s10e imported from the usa. It comes with sprint software in it. The seller says it is unlocked. So it is safe for me to change the firmware to another version? I can't use the full potential of this phone using the US version. I can't even use 4g+ and stuck with full bar lte wherever I go. Yeah it shows full bar late and I'm not sure whats the reasoning behind it. Also not sure if changing the software to another version is possible or can help me with my internet.
I used to have 140mbps tops with my note 5
Now with the s10e I only reach 50mbps best
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Americans call what we call 4G LTE, it's complicted because when 3,5G was launched they called that 4G, so they decided for a new name
Your phone is fine

Question Do I have the global or U.S version?

I just bought a unit from eBay and unfortunately, it didn't come with the box.
I know it isn't the Tencent Games model because it isn't written on the back.
Looking in the Settings menu, the build number is RKQ1.201022.002.WW_Phone-18.0840.2107.151
Also, which bands would my phone support? I'm using it on T-Mobile in the U.S and not getting 5G. This phone lacks a band selection menu. I think I may need to to do root this phone and use Network Signal Guru to force band selection.

Looks like global rom. A quick 'fastboot oem device-info' should give you a country code that would point to which bands your device is likely config'ed for as a starting point.

There is multiple version of this device available. What version you see if you install https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.andr7e.deviceinfohw&hl=en&gl=US application and look system tab.
If you root your device, I'm very interesting see your device log and list supported bands and combinations to https://cacombos.com site. You can find instruction to get log in https://cacombos.com/contribute .

Model number?

olkitu said:
There is multiple version of this device available. What version you see if you install https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.andr7e.deviceinfohw&hl=en&gl=US application and look system tab.
If you root your device, I'm very interesting see your device log and list supported bands and combinations to https://cacombos.com site. You can find instruction to get log in https://cacombos.com/contribute .
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I installed that app and it shows the model as "ASUS_I005DA" but under product as "WW_I005D"
The back is white, it has 256gb storage and 16gb of RAM and the back says "ROG" instead of "Tencent Games"

I have brazil Version 5s and is global

nerdydesi said:
I installed that app and it shows the model as "ASUS_I005DA" but under product as "WW_I005D"
The back is white, it has 256gb storage and 16gb of RAM and the back says "ROG" instead of "Tencent Games"
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Then I think you have this version: https://cacombos.com/device/ASUS_I005DA . This version is Europe version I think and do not support well bands and combinations used in US. If you root your device could confirm this from modem log example.

I've been very interested in buying the US Ultimate version directly from Asus for the past several months because I had seen that the Tencent version of this phone of this phone had almost no compatibility with US carriers and I found no real clarity in third party product listings as to what version of the phone I would be buying. I've been back and forth with their customer service via email several times and they have been minimally helpful. I tried to get clarification on how to tell which version of the phone a seller has listed and a back and forth of about five contacts by me to Asus and I still don't have an answer. I've been doing a lot of digging online though and I found a page that specifies the different versions and their network band capabilities. I'll link this below. From what it appears, as long as you're not getting the Chinese "C" version, it doesn't appear that there should be any difference between the US version and global version bands. I am assuming that the non-US and non-China version, labeled "A" version, is what sellers are referring to as the "global" or "international" version.
https://rog.asus.com/phones/rog-phone-5-ultimate-model/spec > Network Standard
Unrelated, but my experience with their customer service has been poor to mediocre and the experience of trying to buy one from them directly has been a nightmare and I am almost so turned off by this experience that part of me doesn't even want to buy this phone anymore.
I would be interested in confirmation of your network bands though, too.