Samsung S8 Plus - SM-G955W - Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers

Hi,
I got my s8+ and its already asking me to download the software update 296mb.
- Device stability improvements
- New and or enhanced features
- Future Improvements to perforance
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Anyone else who has made the update and noticing any changes?

rocky272727 said:
Hi,
I got my s8+ and its already asking me to download the software update 296mb.
- Device stability improvements
- New and or enhanced features
- Future Improvements to perforance
V G955WLU1AQD9
Anyone else who has made the update and noticing any changes?
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No remapping of the bixby button allowed after updating

954wrecker said:
No remapping of the bixby button allowed after updating
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Ahh ok well the other thing is I am only on AQC9 I haven't gotten an update and I just checked even too

Mine wanted to update during setup and I allowed it so I never got to see how it performed prior.
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OTA Captured 1.55.605.2

this is the OTA for 1.55.605.2 being pushed out from VZW now
download, exract and place in /cache/fumo to apply update.
changelog is
KEY DEVICE ENHANCEMENTS
• ERI Update to remove the roaming indicator icon displayed
on some HTC One M8 devices(Out of Box)
• Resolved issue related to webpage and application connection
errors in certain conditions
• Bluetooth® connectivity improvements
• Gallery- Integrated a new Copy/Paste feature
• Gallery- Mute/Edit buttons on the Video Highlights tile
• Improved sync behavior while closing the flip with Dot matrix case
Source : VZW
Link
vzw_m8_ota_1.55.605.2.zip - 121.45 MB
Yeah just stopped this a few times myself
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runandhide05 said:
this is the OTA from 1.54.401.5 TO 1.55.605.2 being pushed out from VZW now
download, exract and place in /cache/fumo to apply update.
changelog is
KEY DEVICE ENHANCEMENTS
• ERI Update to remove the roaming indicator icon displayed
on some HTC One M8 devices(Out of Box)
• Resolved issue related to webpage and application connection
errors in certain conditions
• Bluetooth® connectivity improvements
• Gallery- Integrated a new Copy/Paste feature
• Gallery- Mute/Edit buttons on the Video Highlights tile
• Improved sync behavior while closing the flip with Dot matrix case
Source : VZW
Link
1.54.401.5 TO 1.55.605.2.zip - 121.45 MB
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Is there a new baseband? And thanks for doing this.
droidkevlar said:
Is there a new baseband? And thanks for doing this.
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Unsure as I did not apply the update
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Just took the ota on stock phone I have the following now:
kernel is 3.4.0-gfa487c9
[email protected]#1
SMP PREEMPT
baseband is 0.89.20.0321
Chadashcroft22 said:
Just took the ota on stock phone I have the following now:
kernel is 3.4.0-gfa487c9
[email protected]#1
SMP PREEMPT
baseband is 0.89.20.0321
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Thanks, so looks like it does update the base band
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So, yes it does. Shipped was version 222.
Android Police are reporting it gives us Extreme Power-saving Mode?
shojus said:
Android Police are reporting it gives us Extreme Power-saving Mode?
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I don't see it, there is another thread where some say it has been removed. =(
-T
Glad they fixed bluetooth.. Was having crazy issues with it even out of the box..
travisryans said:
I don't see it, there is another thread where some say it has been removed. =(
-T
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That sucks! Thanks for the heads up though...
shojus said:
Android Police are reporting it gives us Extreme Power-saving Mode?
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It doesn't. It gives us extreme performance mode in developer options. Also adds a flag in settings for software status. Official / unofficial
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wtoj34 said:
It doesn't. It gives us extreme performance mode in developer options. Also adds a flag in settings for software status. Official / unofficial
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Interesting
at least it fixes some Bluetooth stuff for some people affected.
wtoj34 said:
It doesn't. It gives us extreme performance mode in developer options. Also adds a flag in settings for software status. Official / unofficial
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LOL I saw that too! I wondered, did I overlook that before... Anyone with a custom rom, s-off, root etc post a pic if it shows Unofficial?
-T
wtoj34 said:
It doesn't. It gives us extreme performance mode in developer options. Also adds a flag in settings for software status. Official / unofficial
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Is the extreme powersaver hidden, like verizon hid the standard powersave mode with 1.12?
Masa6GCS said:
Is the extreme powersaver hidden, like verizon hid the standard powersave mode with 1.12?
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Neither extreme nor standard power saving modes are in settings,power.
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so it is safe to follow the OP to install the update and S-OFF?
Has anyone done it yet?
Just want to make sure that I am doing this right. So we place that file in the cache/fumo folder and flash in custom recovery? or just use the update installer from the settings menu? or do I have this completely wrong all together?
So how do I update with s-off, root, and custom recovery?
andybones said:
so it is safe to follow the OP to install the update and S-OFF?
Has anyone done it yet?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52010438&postcount=25
its safe when its comes to root and s-off not being lost threw ota, i dont think anyone has tried OP method

Lock app in recent screen.

Hi everyone !
Ok, so I've just read the changelog for the 3.0.2 Update of OOS. One new feature which I find very interesting:
You can now lock apps in recents so they won't be cleared away. We've also added clear process in addition to clear-all for those of you who want a better control of background processes
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(You can read full changelog here).
Anyone knows if an app / Xposed module can emulate this feature ?
Thanks all !
casual_kikoo said:
Hi everyone !
Ok, so I've just read the changelog for the 3.0.2 Update of OOS. One new feature which I find very interesting:
(You can read full changelog here).
Anyone knows if an app / Xposed module can emulate this feature ?
Thanks all !
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No one ?
maybe this module?
http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.droidmate.rcleaner
I'm surprised this got no replies. This is actually one of my favorite features of oxygen 3.0.2 and it's what's keeping me from Switching to another ROM that could be smoother.
Does anyone know if this feature is baked into any other Roms?

Recent apps - one app missing

In the recent apps list, my browser goes missing. Sometimes, but rarely, it reappears.
The browser app is Boat Browser. I've tried both restart and reinstall.
Fir what I know it's the only app with this behaviour.
Chrome works ok, it shows up in the list.
I suspect one the many per-app permission Android 6.0 gives us, but haven't been able to fix it by changing them different ways.
Kayman-SE said:
In the recent apps list, my browser goes missing. Sometimes, but rarely, it reappears.
The browser app is Boat Browser. I've tried both restart and reinstall.
Fir what I know it's the only app with this behaviour.
Chrome works ok, it shows up in the list.
I suspect one the many per-app permission Android 6.0 gives us, but haven't been able to fix it by changing them different ways.
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It works fine for me ..I'm on B360 beta
Hi clsA, great to hear!
Do you mean you're on Android 7.0/Nougat?
This update has not been made available where I live (Sweden), if that's the solution you're suggesting.
Also, are you running Boat Browser as well?
Cheers
I'm just telling you it's fixed in Nougat. Yes I'm using Boat browser
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OK, but Nougat is only in beta for Honor 8, and only in UK, so unfortunately this is no solution for me (OTA update scheduled for sometime February according to newssites).
When you say Nougat fixes the problem, did you have the problem yourself on Nougat? Or are you stating that the problem is non-present on Nougat?
Cheers!
Maybe the app isn't compatible with Marshmallow.
Hi DarkGuyver, that may be so - how do I check that?
(On Google Play the latest update says "Fix bug for Android 6.0 or above", so should be compatible AFA the company says).
Cheers!
Kayman-SE said:
OK, but Nougat is only in beta for Honor 8, and only in UK, so unfortunately this is no solution for me (OTA update scheduled for sometime February according to newssites).
When you say Nougat fixes the problem, did you have the problem yourself on Nougat? Or are you stating that the problem is non-present on Nougat?
Cheers!
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Hej
Not really only in Uk...I got OTA update January 4 to Android 7.0 + EMUI 5.0 in Sweden...
Boat Browser not showing in MM Recents
I don't have Honor but I've had the same problem with Boat Browser disappearing from Recents in MM.... Solved by downgrading to 8.7.1 :cyclops:
THANX! Downgrading to 8.7.1 did it.
(Just make sure you uninstall BB before installing apk, otherwise it will not install).

Official Pie Build is out for US model (Formally Beta/Leaked Build thread)

Official Pie build for Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (US only) is finally available. Pie build CSAB can be flashed using Odin or sideloaded from specific mentioned build(BRK2 for Now).
All the screenshots from the build available here: https://goo.gl/BH5qL3
CSC7 Build
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for Official build CSAG-to-CSC7:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1SCfsmUZwjk9JxWn0zz5XM5nNfmdAbw5C​
CSAB Odin File
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for Official Odin File:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Paolz3vrM4UEtoPWkSQ99BLxsKaBzLUp/view?usp=drivesdk
Download link for Official build BRK2-to-CSAB:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JjBES3TXd7KKtsUbkZ7aawFqxpRJtZzm/view?usp=drivesdk
Galaxy S9 Snapdragon (SM-G960U and SM-G960U1):
Download link for Official Odin File:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z-F9JhpQPp1Ip79geMAY4GU5XEIl5e3r/view?usp=drivesdk
Download link for Official build BRK2-to-CSAB:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zgttFTIa8TmmYrPYEmZLQRgGnuT9OJPM/view?usp=drivesdk​
Old Beta Builds
Build ZRJ7
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for beta build ARI6-to-ZRJ7:
https://mega.nz/#!9yRXFQCQ!KhROC09s5o3pEx6CxJ7AqJGgIsAC9YZU9yD47yYnlpM
Galaxy S9 Snapdragon (SM-G960U and SM-G960U1):
Download link for beta build ARI6-to-ZRJ7:
https://mega.nz/#!G6x0lQIa!9b20-g7AvOEP-q0wlzfjC50duPiVjsLYfw9djusCm6k​
Build ZRJ8
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for beta build BRJ5-to-ZRJ8:
https://mega.nz/#!ljBRiIbJ!hZ09WYPAwlrgRzx2Mrmh-K5gzNAlJGOmNblOnktuSYM
Changes from ZRJ7:
New nav gesture animation
Notifications in dark mode are dark
Bixby vision icon updated
Shortcuts in recent apps bunched up fixed
Lock screen widgets moved up
Duplicate screenshot bug fixed
Build ZRJ9
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for beta build BRJ5-to-ZRJ9:
https://mega.nz/#!ljBRiIbJ!hZ09WYPAwlrgRzx2Mrmh-K5gzNAlJGOmNblOnktuSYM
Galaxy S9 Snapdragon (SM-G960U and SM-G960U1):
Download link for beta build BRJ5-to-ZRJ9:
https://mega.nz/#!GmhEjC6T!xagNdHxf3R4Sbb7IkhtNgAQGwtT6gvrNAbKtLVT8AAs
Download link for build ARI6-to-BRJ5:
https://mega.nz/#!fugSTKJK!PABhPQlVUKuy8DYdRZsrWZG7L2dLeaR6wLxuvFv_GMA​
Build CRIB
Galaxy S9 Snapdragon (SM-G960U and SM-G960U1):
Download link for beta build BRJ5-to-CRIB:
https://mega.nz/#!HjhGWSBY!0AmThYz-cgJOuZrrsUAwADI1iyzGae8hjvO7bBET1-k
Galaxy S9+ Snapdragon (SM-G965U and SM-G965U1):
Download link for beta build BRJ5-to-CRIB:
https://mega.nz/#!tjRmhQ6K!vXISDohcDVe0pKZF6FdeVzrxzBBc1HH_YQh-pNKlDv4​
Download link for Odin3_v3.13.1:
https://goo.gl/qhuDcL
Here's a thread of what doesn't work in these builds. (Constantly updated):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/broken-features-current-android-pie-t3845763
Update file can only be sideloaded through ADB or installed from SD card from recovery menu. Install will fail if the current build version is not the same as mentioned above for each build
Disclaimer:
Install beta builds on you own risk. I shall not be responsible for any issues caused by the beta version of operating system.
Since the build is not final, it may not be good idea to use it as a daily driver because of various bugs, crashes and battery drain issues.
I hope there will be a beta build for S8 and S8+ Exynos.
The bubbles on the settings page look horrendous!
superleeds27 said:
The bubbles on the settings page look horrendous!
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Pie will slowly grow on you, no worries
suyash1629 said:
Pie will slowly grow on you, no worries
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Once its themed with corners
Could you share a ss of all the new icons?
suyash1629 said:
Pie will slowly grow on you, no worries
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I have pie on my Pixel 2. But each section in the settings isn't themed like that!
superleeds27 said:
I have pie on my Pixel 2. But each section in the settings isn't themed like that!
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That is because this is samsung? They always try something different lol
superleeds27 said:
I have pie on my Pixel 2. But each section in the settings isn't themed like that!
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just download some leak pie apps like email, notes app, or voice recorder, and see it you really dont like it, pretty much those apps represent this ui overhaul.
Cronus said:
I hope there will be a beta build for S8 and S8+ Exynos.
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Not officially from Samsung. But something may come out. The S8 series isn't part of the beta program.
Hey suyash1629, I'm not new to xda but new to messaging someone on here and for the life of me can't figure out how to message you directly. I'd like the download for the beta for the regular s9. If you could help me out I'd greatly appreciate it.
Question answered, please delete as I don't have that function.
jnmiah said:
Can you register yet for the beta program on the samsung+ app? It's not letting me find that option on my S9, unless it isn't up yet?
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It's not official. It's a leak. The official beta will allow you to probably upgrade from the newest security patch
stanleyopar2000 said:
It's not official. It's a leak. The official beta will allow you to probably upgrade from the newest security patch
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Gotcha, thank you for the clarification.
Can anyone confirm if Adhell 3 and swift installer function as intended?
galaxy4mylife said:
Not officially from Samsung. But something may come out. The S8 series isn't part of the beta program.
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It's alright if not from Samsung officially. I'll just have to do it like this S9+ Pie leak if ever it will come out for S8+. Thanks!
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Can anyone confirm if Adhell 3 and swift installer function as intended?
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adhell might,
swift installer needs to be updated :/
a rootless substratrum method might be made for Samsung again tho, considering Samsung Pie does still support themes.
nonetheless considering swift installer is just a total dark theme, I'll have you know that almost all of Googles apps either have a built in dark themed or are getting a dark theme sooner or later,
and WhatsApp (if you use it, I would be surprised if you don't) has a dark theme in the works.
You can always download unofficial apps/mods for other apps you want dark themes for, so even if swift installer doesn't get updated it isn't the end of the world
Nice! Can this also be flashed on dual sim exynos s9+?
xytherion said:
Nice! Can this also be flashed on dual sim exynos s9+?
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Not this one, it will be out eventually
xytherion said:
Nice! Can this also be flashed on dual sim exynos s9+?
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I also own a Exynos S9+ Dual Sim Germany unlocked. We will have to wait until the official Galaxy Beta Program launches and eventually also in your country. Then you will be able to sign in for the beta program over the Samsung Members App.

New Software update with June Security Patch

Looks like AUS has the new version. Can you flash over UK?
Version No.: CPH2025_11_A.23
Size: 3907MB
Update Date: 30/06/2020
Download Times: 1359
Updated Log
[Security]
·Added the June 2020 Android security patch to enhance system security.
· You can now lock an app clone using the "App lock" feature.
[System]
· Improved system performance and stability.
· Optimised power consumption to extend battery life.
· Optimised the accidental touch feature for "Swipe gestures from both sides" and "Swipe-up gestures": In the landscape mode, swipe once to go back while you are watching a video, and swipe twice to go back while you are playing a game.
[Communications]
· Optimised network and phone call performance.
Link here: https://oppo-au.custhelp.com/app/software_update_detail/p_name/Find+X2+Pro
UK got this last night, I put it in another thread
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
UK got this last night, I put it in another thread
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I'm in the UK on EE and not got the update when I check
leegreggs said:
I'm in the UK on EE and not got the update when I check
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/find-x2-pro/how-to/x2-pro-update-thread-t4131759
Just updated and can no longer use Google pay ?
This is what I have for Vodafone UK. Not sure if this is latest or not
hpsauce37 said:
This is what I have for Vodafone UK. Not sure if this is latest or not
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The numbers are different in every regions. I already got the latest update with June security patch in the first week of June( 11.A.23)
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This is my update, unlocked UK.
Cannot find Region? Just Language?
So cannot change Region now??!!
Any ideas? Tried reset but alas no luck.

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