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Lollipop has finally arrived for SM-N9005, here's how you can achieve awesomeness!

Since no-body has started a thread for Lollipop on our beloved SM-N9005's, I thought I'd start one for us
Here's what you need in order to achieve awesomeness:
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005 ONLY!)
The firmware file located here: https://mega.co.nz/#!qk12UYYB!4fg39KkeatkTtcShS4rUljWpU1rGnMC9XL3C17z8Crk
Or here: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/43185/N9005XXUGBOA5_N9005VFGGBOA2_VOD.zip/ (UK Vodafone) others can be found at http://www.sammobile.com
Odin - located here:http://www.mediafire.com/download/vwuqru9m1jp9wbw/Odin3_v3.09.zip/
The Samsung drivers installed, if not they can be found here:http://androidxda.com/download-samsung-usb-drivers
1. First you need to download the firmware package, once done, extract
2. Then you need to install the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 drivers (if you have not already done so, if you have, proceed to step 3)
3. Extract Odin.
4. Open Odin using right click, run as administrator.
5. Their is a .PIT located in the firmware folder you extracted in step 1. This is for the 32GB variant ONLY! Using this on the 16GB variant will most likely result in a brick! If you have the 16GB variant, skip to step 6. If you have the 32GB variant, flashing with the .PIT is optional. If you wish to use it, click pit in Odin and locate the extracted file from step 1, and select the .PIT.
6. Click Bootloader and select the file that starts with BL.
7. Click PDA AND select the file that starts with AP.
8. Click CSC and select the file that starts with CSC.
9. Click Modem and select the file you haven't yet selected.
10. Then you need to power off your device.
11. Once done, we need download mode, to enter this you need to hold Vol Down + Home + Power at the same time. Once done you will be prompted with a screen with a load of writing about custom roms etc, press Vol Up to continue.
If you're using the .PIT (remember 32GB variant ONLY!!) On the left hand side, make sure auto reboot is checked, repartition is checked, F. Reset Time is checked and Phone Bootloader Update is checked.
Once all these details are entered correctly and you're happy to proceed, press start.
Let it do its business, it usually takes around 8-9 mins to complete. Once done you're running pure awesomeness on your device.
Please Note: I can't stress enough that the .PIT file is for the 32GB variant ONLY!!!!! if you're running the 16GB variant, DO NOT USE THE .PIT FILE!!!!!!!!
Also, I take no responsibility for bricked or damaged devices, by participating in the above, you take all responsibility for yourself and for your device. You have been warned my friends. Happy flashing!
A video guide can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe_mr9FsCgY thanks to android.zealot.fervor (Y)

No point making double post.

satslu said:
No point making double post.
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Where's the other thread?

speedyjay said:
Where's the other thread?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2980039

satslu said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2980039
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It's not as in depth as my thread

does the room working perfectly ?
will it trip knox ?

Works like a treat mate. It won't trip knox because it's official Samsung

The Batterylife is, in my opinion, quiet amazing.
Got nearly 4 hours of screen time, with highest brightness, nearly 2 hours phone callin, more then one hour of skype, more then one hour 9gag and wlan/mobile data permanantly on.

Did anybody try the towelroot method by flashing the ND3 Kernel and reflashing back this kernel ?

what about video camera and playback of vids??Mine was freezing on startup and then rebooting

There's a thread for lollipop, why double thread? Who will measure depth?we or mod?
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jdomadia said:
There's a thread for lollipop, why double thread? Who will measure depth?we or mod?
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Theirs already a Lollipop thread in the Android Development section but not in General.

Video recording freezes

illusion786 said:
Video recording freezes
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Video recording works fine here buddy

did you do full update ?
as in with the boot loader?

My BL,CP,CSC and UMS options in Odin 3.09 are shaded out and can't be selected.
Can I just add the zipped package to AP and flash that with the PIT file?
Windows 10 preview, Note 3 N9005 3UK

Does this ROM have pt-br language? Works normally in Brazil?

Official ROM or Leaked?
I can't quite figure out one thing, this ROM is an official one or a leaked one? Cause I don't see anything in sammobile for N9005

illusion786 said:
did you do full update ?
as in with the boot loader?
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Yes, full update

Does this ROM have pt-br language? Works normally in Brazil? Please someone can answer me?

How to Root, install TWRP, Xposed on Samsung A9 SM-A9000 2016

I have my Samsung Galaxy A9 SM-A9000 bought here in the Philippines.
you need to download the following; with their links provided
Odin3 v3.10.7 (im using)
Stock 5.1.1 latest A9000ZZH1APD3 HK TGY firmware using Samfirm
Stock 6.0.1 A9000ZZH1BPI3 HK TGY firmware using Samfirm
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/general/tool-samfirm-samsung-firmware-t2988647
download TWRP
A9000-TWRP-PA7_kernel.rar
BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328.zip
for Xposed framework
XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk
xposed-v86.0-sdk22-arm64-custom-build-by-wanam-20160709.zip for Lollipop
xposed-v86.1-sdk23-arm64-custom-build-by-wanam-20160904.zip for Marshmallow
Procedure.
1. Using Odin3 flash your downloaded firmware HK A9000ZZH1APD for SM-A9000, phone will reboot, wait until it return to the main screen.
2. reboot and press Center, Vol Down and Power button (download mode) and flash the A9000-TWRP-PA7_kernel.rar, then wait until it return to the main screen.
3. reboot and press Center, Vol UP and Power button, you'll be in the TWRP recovery, flash BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328.zip this will take times, it will shows that it is updating with green background, just wait again until it will return to main screen. *i swear just wait until it returns to the main screen*
4. reboot and press Center, Vol UP and Power button, you'll be in the TWRP recovery, flash xposed-v86.0-sdk22-arm64-custom-build-by-wanam-20160709.zip then it will reboot again, it will take longer *or not* wait until it return to main screen.
5. then install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk
Voila! you have rooted with TWRP recovery and installed xposed framework. oh by the way if you're looking for effective adblocker for xposed, google pl.cinek.adblocker-1.8-free-www.kekaku.com.apk the most effective adblocker had been created! if you want to get rid and to disable pre-installed Knox on your Samsung, flash KNOX-FREE_TEKHD on TWRP recovery.
hopefully this will be helpful to Samsung Galaxy A9 SM-A9000 2016 users and also, I hope my account has enable uploading files...
enjoy!
to admin, how to enable uploading features on file servers of XDA? thanks!

This looks great, if I don't sell mine in forthcoming days, I'll definitely do it...thx
SM-A9000

I need the TWRP file please.
noknok79 said:
I have my Samsung Galaxy A9 SM-A9000 bought here in the Philippines.
you need to download the following.
Odin3 v3.10.7 (im using)
Stock 5.1.1 latest A9000ZZH1APD3 HK TGY firmware using Samfirm
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/general/tool-samfirm-samsung-firmware-t2988647
search and download TWRP *sorry I have no access on uploading files here on XDA
A9000-TWRP-PA7_kernel.rar
BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328.zip
for Xposed framework
XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk
xposed-v86.0-sdk22-arm64-custom-build-by-wanam-20160709.zip
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Could you send me or upload the TWRP file please? I couldn´t find it anywhere.

links for download provided.

up! I got the HK 6.0.1 Marshmallow update, same procedure. in regards of having error on Google Play Store, YOU MUST NOT update the PLAYSTORE if it showing in your notification, restart for at least 2-4 times, it will not show the notification that requires to upgrade it. just a FAIR WARNING, if you accidentally upgrade the Google Play Store, it will give you error. the remedy, try again re-flash with the latest firmware, then this time avoid updating the erring app.
good luck!

Thanks for your advice! Questions:
1. already have version Odin3_v3.12.3. I can use this version, or should I use Odin3 v3.10.7?
2. The SD card need to be removed from the phone, (In the process of firmware update) or its better to format?

vladomirus said:
Thanks for your advice! Questions:
1. already have version Odin3_v3.12.3. I can use this version, or should I use Odin3 v3.10.7?
2. The SD card need to be removed from the phone, (In the process of firmware update) or its better to format?
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No it's ok with the SD inserted during flashing, no problem with the latest odin I think.

Thanks! I have already updated to 6.0.1 Everything works fine so far.

How to root A9 on 6.0.1 HK version

Torres0911 said:
How to root A9 on 6.0.1 HK version
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Gh
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After flashing, the radio started to work only in "mono" mode, how to fix it?

babar gujjarr said:
Gh
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Sorry, i don't understand.
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babar gujjarr said:
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Sorry, i don't understand.
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vladomirus said:
After flashing, the radio started to work only in "mono" mode, how to fix it?
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I tested on my phone, its playing on Stereo, maybe you have bad spot for stereo signal.

noknok79 said:
I tested on my phone, its playing on Stereo, maybe you have bad spot for stereo signal.
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Weird! It's not just me, in another city, and other people also "mono" (in Russia)

noknok79 said:
I tested on my phone, its playing on Stereo, maybe you have bad spot for stereo signal.
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Radio switch in the settings mode RDS and the sound switches to mono. If you disable RDS, the sound remains mono until you restart the phone.

Is there root and twrp solution for hong kong a9 on android M?

ivanox1972 said:
Is there root and twrp solution for hong kong a9 on android M?
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Back read....

Hi,
i have tried it followed your steps above, but it failed on HK firmware 6.0.1

@noknok79 so boss, is this twrp also for android 6 or only works on 5,1?
thanks, that is crucial

ivanox1972 said:
@noknok79 so boss, is this twrp also for android 6 or only works on 5,1?
thanks, that is crucial
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It is also working good on both 5.1.1 and 6.0.1 SM-A9000. It is tested on my Galaxy A9

[Modem][N9005][EUR] Bundle: Odin, Samsung USB driver and latest Modem + Bootloader

This bundle contains latest:
Odin3 v3.10.7
SAMSUNG_USB_Driver_for_Mobile_Phones_1.5.63.0
BL_N9005DXSGBQA1 - latest boot-loader
CP_N9005XXUGBPI1 - latest modem for Europe
GPS fix - I was fighting with my GPS for quite some time until I found this config.
I was inspired by @Imprezzion post here. Updated drivers, Odin and added GPS config file that worked for me.
Note: GPS fix is optional - if your GPS works fine just ignore it.
Please follow the !_ReadMeFirst.txt:
Code:
Installing Samsung USB Driver
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1. Disconnect from internet (to prevent Windows Update overriding the drivers).
2. Run the Setup.exe (when finished, you'll see info that installation was unsuccessfully - that's fine).
3. When done, turn off you phone and power it up by holding: Vol.Down + Home + Power.
4. Push Vol.Up as requested and connect phone to your PC with USB cable.
5. Wait for drivers to install/recognize the phone.
6. Hold Power button until phone shouts down.
Before flashing anything with Odin
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Always TURN OFF your phone and enter
Download mode by pressing and holding
Vol.Down + Home + Power. Next press Vol.Up.
Then:
1. Run Odin on your PC.
2. Connect phone to USB.
3. Press BL button and select: BL_N9005DXSGBQA1.tar
4. Press CP button and select: CP_N9005XXUGBPI1.tar
5. Press Start button.
6. When phone restarts you can disconnect it from USB.
If you experience problems with GPS
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Override your gps.conf(/system/etc/) file with the
one in "\GPS fix\gps.conf"
Back up your original file - just rename.
Restart phone.
Download(Google drive)
Change log:
v4:
Updated bootloader to latest: N9005DXSGBQA1
Removed NON-HLOS.bin from bootloader (thanks @Grosfaaters)
v3:
Updated USB driver to v.1.5.63.0
Updated GPS fix
v2:
Updated USB driver to v.1.5.62.0
Updated !_ReadMeFirst.txt
v1:
Initial release.

thank you mate

are you running stock firmware? can we flash this over the stock?

Mobita said:
are you running stock firmware? can we flash this over the stock?
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To be honest I can't imagine running stock when we have combo from my signature available...
But you should be able to run it with stock.

taddzio said:
To be honest I can't imagine running stock when we have combo from my signature available...
But you should be able to run it with stock.
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Im asking because yestday I tried to install a custom rom comming from stock. modem/bootloader is not mandatory so I go forward root my device instal twrp full wipe, install the Rom and Rom dont boot up. I went back to stock rom.

Mobita said:
Im asking because yestday I tried to install a custom rom comming from stock. modem/bootloader is not mandatory so I go forward root my device instal twrp full wipe, install the Rom and Rom dont boot up. I went back to stock rom.
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Make sure you use TWRP 2.8.7.0. The new ones don't support aroma installer.
For custom roms I do recommend combo from my signature.

taddzio said:
Make sure you use TWRP 2.8.7.0. The new ones don't support aroma installer.
For custom roms I do recommend combo from my signature.
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im sure that is TWRP 2.8.7.0-hlte-4.4... Maybe its the bootloader that gave me problems..my version of bootloader is N9005XXUGBOK6 Im from Portugal so I dowload the stock. I dont really know what a hell is going wrong

Mobita said:
im sure that is TWRP 2.8.7.0-hlte-4.4... Maybe its the bootloader that gave me problems..my version of bootloader is N9005XXUGBOK6 Im from Portugal so I dowload the stock. I dont really know what a hell is going wrong
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OK, flush the ones from my bundle and then go for the custom ROM, you should be good.

taddzio said:
OK, flush the ones from my bundle and then go for the custom ROM, you should be good.
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actually I tried the "Phronesis N7 Port" they saied to me its not mandatory bootloader/modem thats why I dont understand why didnt boot sorry if Im bored you with the questions but I want to solved 1 problem, sinced I try to do this, this messed up with Spen, Im on stock like I said and Spen dont work anymore after. if it worked, I don't care about this neither with custom roms

v.2 available
Change log:
v2:
Updated USB driver to v.1.5.62.0
Updated !_ReadMeFirst.txt

I have root and stock 5.0 BOJ6. Can I update bootloader without problems and no loose root?
Sent from Galaxy Note

_GRIZZLY_ said:
I have root and stock 5.0 BOJ6. Can I update bootloader without problems and no loose root?
Sent from Galaxy Note
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Yes you can but I don't recommend it unless you experience problems with the current one.

This a latest modem for this year?? Because im use BPJ2 modem n9005 form Hong Kong mybe
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muzliamir said:
This a latest modem for this year?? Because im use BPJ2 modem n9005 form Hong Kong mybe
OP
latest boot-loader for Europe
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v3 is up.
Finally found the latest driver on Samsung servers.
Added gps.conf as an attachment for those that are not interested in rest of the bundle.
Change log:
v3:
Updated USB driver to v.1.5.63.0
Updated GPS fix

I downloaded the latest stock rom from sammobile and in my bootloader at the end of bootscreen (galaxy note 3 n9005) it shows powered by android.
In this one you posted here it is without Powered by android logo. i downloaded this : N9005DXSGBQA1_N9005OLBGBOK3_N9005DXUGBOK3_HOME.tar

Mr.Januzi said:
I downloaded the latest stock rom from sammobile and in my bootloader at the end of bootscreen (galaxy note 3 n9005) it shows powered by android.
In this one you posted here it is without Powered by android logo. i downloaded this : N9005DXSGBQA1_N9005OLBGBOK3_N9005DXUGBOK3_HOME.tar
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The bootscreen logo has nothing to do with boot-loader AFAIK. The N9005DXUGBOK3 is quite old (2015) and it is from Singapore ROM not EU.

what do u mean for Euro ?

BeCo0oL said:
what do u mean for Euro ?
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Europe networks and phone models .

I was having the same problem like you.But last month i found the cure.Not the bootloader is the problem.The modem.I updated to last bootloader and modem and when i try gps i saw a lot of sattelits but no lock.Also i remember last year i have an older bootloader and an older modem ( PI1 ).I tryied 3 different new modems and bootloader but the same.Then i remain with new bootloader and try that modem.And all was good.A lot of sattelits and lock in seconds.So modem is the big problem. ?

Update Stock Samsung Apps to S8-S9 Version (Tested On S7 Edge Running Nougat 7.0)

Didn't see any threads on this, so I decided to do it myself.
These are the most recent app updates possible for these apps. They cannot be updated by the play store.
These apps were tested on a S7 Edge G935V. They should be working for any variant of the S7 Edge running 7.0.
Not tested on other devices or firmware versions. If you try, let everybody know of your success or failure.
-v_1.0-
Includes
1. Newest GRX modded Touchwiz home
2. Messaging
3. Contacts (includes phone app)
4. Camera
5. Calendar
6. Calculator
Please post or PM me with problems or app requests!
DISCLAIMER
I'm not responsible for any damage to your phone. If your phone blows up and you have outstanding medical bills, cry to your insurance, not me.
Installation Instructions
Download Update_Samsung_Apps_v_1.0
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KjP6z39gnX6JkkIAYKG7eeUElCLLNUzW/view?usp=drivesdk
1. Flash Zip
2. Enjoy your awesome updates!
If you liked this, please hit the thanks button. Keeps me motivated.

Here are the apps that will be updated. They look awesome, am I right?. And of course, GrxTouchwiz! Enjoy!

ars18 said:
Here are the apps that will be updated. They look awesome, am I right?. And of course, GrxTouchwiz! Enjoy!
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hi..if no root device can do?

komok said:
hi..if no root device can do?
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I'll be honest, I really don't know. I doubt it though because it's not signed with the system signature.

ars18 said:
I'll be honest, I really don't know. I doubt it though because it's not signed with the system signature.
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flash & update with recovery mode?

komok said:
flash & update with recovery mode?
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Yes. Sice you are not rooted, that would be the only way. Like I said, I don't think it will work. You can try though.

ars18 said:
Yes. Sice you are not rooted, that would be the only way. Like I said, I don't think it will work. You can try though.
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tq2..btw cant flash it via recovery mode..

What do i use in flashing the zip?
Odin or Twrp?

KwekuBoateng said:
What do i use in flashing the zip?
Odin or a custom recovery, not odin
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komok said:
hi..if no root device can do?
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Yes, you can! Update your S7 Edge with April security update patch and install the apps individually.
Note:
1. Camera app crashes when launched.
2. Message app crashes when you tap to 'message' a person from 'Contacts' tab. Install this version instead -> 5.0.10.9
For other working apps version please refer:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76637363&postcount=247
Hit the Thanks button if you find the post useful.

[HOW TO] [GUIDE] - How to completely disable Reactivation Lock on SM-G900V

This is a guide how to completely disable Reactivation Lock on SM-G900V in simple steps.
Schematically, we will install Android 4.4.2, bypass Samsung Account login, register a new one and then turn Reactivation Lock OFF.
The phone will be clear after this and ready for any suitable firmware.
1. Download this file: kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip. It's simply a stock-based 4.4.2 ROM for SafeStrap Recovery.
2. Open kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip with Windows File Explorer (just click it) and remove this file from it: system\app\SamsungSetupWizard.apk (just navigate to this file, highlite it and hit Del button).
Close Windows File Explorer, the file's size should decrease by about 2 MB.
3. Charge the battery to 50% or above.
4. Download Combination ROM COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_2572656_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar
5. Download zip-file with apks, attached to this post.
6. Run Odin (suppose, you have it and are familiar with flashing), point it to COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_2572656_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5 in AP slot, boot the phone to Download mode, connect it with a cable, press Start and wait till the flashing process ends. Press Exit, wait till the phone completes boot.
7. Disconnect the cable from the phone and connect again.
8. Extract apks.zip to the Desktop.
9. Copy everything from apks folder on your Desktop to the phone's memory root.
10. Copy your new modyfied kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip file to the phone's memory root.
11. Disconnect the cable.
12. Press Menu (dotted button) - My Files - All - RootS5.
13. Apex_Launcher.apk - Settings - Unknown Sourches - Ok - Back - Apex_Launcher.apk - Next - Install - Done.
14. BusyBox.apk - Install - Done.
15. Safestrap_KK.apk - Install - Done.
16. tr_v2.apk - Install - Open - make it rain (you should see "You should have root, no reboot required" message) - Back.
17. Superuser.apk - Install - Open - Continue - Normal - Reboot.
18. After reboot in a pop-up window - Apex Launcher - Always - Ok.
19. Menu (dotted button) - BusyBox Free - Grant - close balloon - Install - close balloon - Back.
20. Safestrap - Grant - Agree - Install Recovery - Reboot to recovery.
21. Swipe to Allow modifications - Wipe - Advanced Wipe - Dalvik/Data/Cache - Swipe to Wipe.
22. Back - Back - Back - Install, install kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip.
23. Reboot System - Do not install.
24. After reboot (8 mins or so) you should see the phone's home screen.
25. Set up a wireless connection or use your SIM-card and internet connection from your provider.
26. Navigate to Settings - Security, find Reactivation Lock and untick it. The phone will ask you for your existing credentials or to register a new Samsung account. Just do it (the second, I guess ).
27. Login to your new account and you will be able to untick Reactivation Lock.
28. When it unticked, the phone is clear and ready to accept any suitable firmware.
Will be glad to hear about your success

Hi I just bought a galaxy s5 used and found out about reactivation lock afterward, is this method working with a s5 with locked bootloader? with any firmware (mine is in MM QC2)
Thank you for the guide anyway I was about to give out

Current firmware version and bootloader status do not matter in this case.
Just move through the guide and never give up

Thank you very much, I followed the guide and I(ve been able to install AEX without problems ! I owe you one

isisky said:
I followed the guide and I(ve been able to install AEX without problems !
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Oh, really?
I thought my guide is only for Reactivation Lock disabling.
Anyway, you are welcome

Thank you very much. This was exactly what i was looking for. The instructions were very well written and easy to follow.

rialsi6 said:
Thank you very much. This was exactly what i was looking for. The instructions were very well written and easy to follow.
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You're welcome.
Glad to hear that it helped.

Thanks a Lot
:good::good::good::good:
Someone give a kiss to this men, jajaja
amazin We appreciate

so i can let me phone do ota update to 6.0 and it will not lock my phone ?

buckeyes#1 said:
so i can let me phone do ota update to 6.0 and it will not lock my phone ?
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Yes, of course.
This is a complete solution, not a workaround/bypass/etc.

bbsc said:
Yes, of course.
This is a complete solution, not a workaround/bypass/etc.
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my phone is rooted already , i just basically use my root for being able to load custom apk , so i can still do this from doing this above and then take a ota update to 6.0.1 and still be able to load custom apk's?

buckeyes#1 said:
so i can still do this from doing this above and then take a ota update to 6.0.1 and still be able to load custom apk's?
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Excuse me, I cannot understand what you are asking about.
Reread the first post please and try to be more specific.

bbsc said:
Excuse me, I cannot understand what you are asking about.
Reread the first post please and try to be more specific.
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im rooted now on android 5.0 , but some of my apps are not allowing usage because im not on 6.0
so im looking for a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep my phone rooted ,
there is just so much going on in this forum tends to a lot of confusion sometimes

buckeyes#1 said:
im rooted now on android 5.0 , but some of my apps are not allowing usage because im not on 6.0
so im looking for a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep my phone rooted ,
there is just so much going on in this forum tends to a lot of confusion sometimes
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Is your bootloader unlocked? If you have an unlocked bootloader you can upgrade all the way to pie by flashing a custom ROM. There are lots of tutorials around. The catch is not all g900v's can be unlocked. You need to find out if your phone is able to be bootloader unlocked by checking you cid. First two numbers of cid= 15 and you can have root on custom ROM till android pie (9.0). First two numbers of cid= || no root for you on (6.0) Lollipop and you can only uprated to 6.1
This explains it all, with details and instructions. Good luck!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ired-easier-root-method-t3561529/post71147687
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buckeyes#1 said:
im rooted now on android 5.0 , but some of my apps are not allowing usage because im not on 6.0
so im looking for a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep my phone rooted ,
there is just so much going on in this forum tends to a lot of confusion sometimes
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This thread is about completely another thing.
As for you qutestion, generally, you cannot "keep" sm-g900v rooted while upgrading from 5.0 to 6.0.
You will have to root it again on 6.0.
The rest is said by swiftbones74 in his post above.

bbsc said:
This thread is about completely another thing.
As for you qutestion, generally, you cannot "keep" sm-g900v rooted while upgrading from 5.0 to 6.0.
You will have to root it again on 6.0.
The rest is said by swiftbones74 in his post above.
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yes i started with this my cid is 11 , so i just ill follow these steps , im just trying to figure out what i can do with this phone ? can i still load my own apk's with a non-rooted marshmallow?

I was rooting my 900v and did not untick reactivation lock. I went back to stock 6.0.1 but the option to untick reactivation lock was grayed out. Thanks to these crystal clear and simple instructions I had it unticked permanently in around a hour . Thanks a bunch!

Will it work on my G900P? I've tried to get rid of that since I got it but there is not much support for this problem in the sprint variant.
EDIT: IT WORKED!!! The only thing I did different was I flashed the combination rom of my device instead of the one on this post. Also I had to wipe data after kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip flash because it was crashing a lot and turned the screen black after 30 second. So after I wiped data the process was the same as the post. Thank you so much!!!! I'm running lastest Pie rom now.
I didn't expect to kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip to work because mine is the Sprint variant but after a data wipe I got no errors, so it may work on similar variants with this problem. Now I'm going to start a thread on the Sprint variant linking to this one.

DanniX01 said:
IT WORKED!!! The only thing I did different was I flashed the combination rom of my device instead of the one on this post. Also I had to wipe data after kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip flash because it was crashing a lot and turned the screen black after 30 second.
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Well done.
It worked because the "P" variant bootloader is unlocked, so it was able to boot an alien kernel (from the "V" variant).
If it was locked, you would have to replace the boot.img file inside the kltevzw_NCG_eLLiKat1_0.zip with a native "P" 4.4.2 kernel.
It's important, say, for the "A" variant.
Besides, the alien kernel demanded cache cleaning, that's why you had to wipe data.
And it was the right decision to use a native Combination ROM file.
The rest of the files should work on any SGS5 (Qualcomm-based, at least).

It worked .
Thanks !