Is it possible to download the unlocked firmware onto a Verizon phone? Will the phone work and will it not void the warranty so that Samsung pay still works. I'm thinking of doing this so I can get back all the things that Verizon blocks on the phone.
If anyone knows if this is possible please let me know. As well as on how to do it.
This thread serious?
This is your first samsung phone on verizon huh?
It's locked down. No hope for root or unlocked bootlocker as far as I know.
We can flash official ROMs from different carriers why not the unlocked ROMs?
Whanksta said:
We can flash official ROMs from different carriers why not the unlocked ROMs?
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He said firmware.
Big difference between flashing a rom zip in twrp and flashing an entire firmware file including the baseband in odin.
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force70 said:
He said firmware.
Big difference between flashing a rom zip in twrp and flashing an entire firmware file including the baseband in odin.
sent from my S8 plus, Note 7 or S7 Edge
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Fine, but is it possible to flash the unlocked firmware including baseband in odin when it's out on a 955u model?
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Fine, but is it possible to flash the unlocked firmware including baseband in odin when it's out on a 955u model?
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Unlikely because odin will not allow you to flash firmware which does not match your devcie model.
Its like trying to flash Tmo firmware from a 955T to an AT&T device 955A.
Trancera said:
This is your first samsung phone on verizon huh?
It's locked down. No hope for root or unlocked bootlocker as far as I know.
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This is my first ever phone with Verizon. I was with Sprint, I just switched.
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Unlikely because odin will not allow you to flash firmware which does not match your devcie model.
Its like trying to flash Tmo firmware from a 955T to an AT&T device 955A.
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Don't we all have G955U? That's what I am on
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Don't we all have G955U? That's what I am on
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Im honestly not sure yet...the naming nomenclature isnt that apparent yet.
955F is international
955W is Canada
955U is what usually denotes carrier free.
If they stick with what has been done over the last several generations then we would see T,A etc etc.
If all the US versions are U it may actually work! Unless there is another method odin can detect the carrier version.
We will have to wait and see i guess.
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force70 said:
Unlikely because odin will not allow you to flash firmware which does not match your devcie model.
Its like trying to flash Tmo firmware from a 955T to an AT&T device 955A.
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I flashed G935U firmware on my at&t G935A on my s7 edge and have been using it for months without a problem. The reason I did that was because I wanted no at&t bloatware. I used Odin to flash.
You can go to the s7 edge forum and see that many ppl have done it from vz to tmo or tmo to unlocked etc.
X_Fact0r said:
I flashed G935U firmware on my at&t G935A on my s7 edge and have been using it for months without a problem. The reason I did that was because I wanted no at&t bloatware. I used Odin to flash.
You can go to the s7 edge forum and see that many ppl have done it from vz to tmo or tmo to unlocked etc.
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Thats good to know so then it should be no problem on the S8 then.
Its amazing they havent blocked that honestly lol.
My model shows U as well. Good to know it's universal
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My model shows U as well. Good to know it's universal
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And thats an S8 from Verizon thats a G955U?
X_Fact0r said:
I flashed G935U firmware on my at&t G935A on my s7 edge and have been using it for months without a problem. The reason I did that was because I wanted no at&t bloatware. I used Odin to flash.
You can go to the s7 edge forum and see that many ppl have done it from vz to tmo or tmo to unlocked etc.
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This is great news
force70 said:
Im honestly not sure yet...the naming nomenclature isnt that apparent yet.
955F is international
955W is Canada
955U is what usually denotes carrier free.
If they stick with what has been done over the last several generations then we would see T,A etc etc.
If all the US versions are U it may actually work! Unless there is another method odin can detect the carrier version.
We will have to wait and see i guess.
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Here are the unlocked models
SM-G950UZKAXAA
SM-G955UZKAXAA
I'm on the g955u. I was so glad to see when I ordered it to get the unlocked one. But same hardware so if Odin will let you why wouldn't it work?
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And thats an S8 from Verizon thats a G955U?
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S8+ but yes .
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And thats an S8 from Verizon thats a G955U?
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All US phones are the same hardware this year. Flashing different firmwares seems more convoluted than it was on the S7. A few have tried flashing from one to the other and it makes no difference - there is some speculation that everything particular to a phone is on the USERDATA partition, which isn't included in an ODIN flash.
Goronok said:
All US phones are the same hardware this year. Flashing different firmwares seems more convoluted than it was on the S7. A few have tried flashing from one to the other and it makes no difference - there is some speculation that everything particular to a phone is on the USERDATA partition, which isn't included in an ODIN flash.
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yes there is a carrier line in the about phone menu. its interesting.... Makes you wounder what Samsung is up to.
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Hey guys, Samsung released a new version of S7 & S7 Edge about 2 days ago which is the official US unlocked version aka SM-G935U.
Here's the official specs from Samsung. http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SM-G935UZSAXAA
http://www.androidcentral.com/galax...3qZ4a3U_TyZtKku3A&sig2=Wul_z9vImhSgNn-z0YsV8Q
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Hey guys, Samsung realesed a new version of S7 & S7 Edge about 2 days ago which is the official US unlocked version aka SM-G935U.
Here's the official specs from Samsung. http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SM-G935UZSAXAA
http://www.androidcentral.com/galax...3qZ4a3U_TyZtKku3A&sig2=Wul_z9vImhSgNn-z0YsV8Q
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Reserved.
Reserved.
Too little, too late. Bootloader still locked tight. Useless.
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Wow who's fault is it this time not the carriers
T-Mobile S7 Edge
Latest Update PD8
Eng Boot - System Custom
Knox 0x0
Question now is, is the new engroot method valid for the unlocked version (G935U). If so we may have a heck of a phone on our hands, easy to swap carriers and root (I know, Nexus / Nexi can do this too), sexy hardware and a hell of a camera.
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Question now is, is the new engroot method valid for the unlocked version (G935U). If so we may have a heck of a phone on our hands, easy to swap carriers and root (I know, Nexus / Nexi can do this too), sexy hardware and a hell of a camera.
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I'm definitely wondering this as well. I'm grabbing the firmware that shipped with the device from SamFirm since the only web links I could find were behind rapidgator premium links, but not sure if I am feeling brave enough to try the engroot method yet.
Links for those curious: SamFirm Download
Not sure what to put in for Region Code? Look It up! For me, it was TMB for T-Mobile USA.
Use This app on your phone to check your PDA, CSC and Phone entries.
Here's what it looked like with all info entered and before hitting "Check Update". Then check the box for "Decrypt Automatically" and click "Download"
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I'm definitely wondering this as well. I'm grabbing the firmware that shipped with the device from SamFirm since the only web links I could find were behind rapidgator premium links, but not sure if I am feeling brave enough to try the engroot method yet.
Links for those curious: SamFirm Download
Not sure what to put in for Region Code? Look It up! For me, it was TMB for T-Mobile USA.
Use This app on your phone to check your PDA, CSC and Phone entries.
Here's what it looked like with all info entered and before hitting "Check Update". Then check the box for "Decrypt Automatically" and click "Download"
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I don't know if you guys are aware of this but the G935U device uses the Snapdragon chip set instead of Exynos
which means that it cannot be rooted even if you have a S7 / S7 Edge G935U phone.
Also the G935U firmware will not flash/install properly on our Exynos G935F, it's the same idea as trying to flash
the tmobile, sprint, at&t or verizon Snapdragon firmware onto a Exynos G935F phone.
All the USA models of S7 / S7 Edge have the Snapdragon chip set which now also includes the G935U device.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
Misterjunky said:
I don't know if you guys are aware of this but the G935U device uses the Snapdragon chip set instead of Exynos
which means that it cannot be rooted even if you have a S7 / S7 Edge G935U phone.
Also the G935U firmware will not flash/install properly on our Exynos G935F, it's the same idea as trying to flash
the tmobile, sprint, at&t or verizon Snapdragon firmware onto a Exynos G935F phone.
All the USA models of S7 / S7 Edge have the Snapdragon chip set which now also includes the G935U device.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
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I know it's kind of breaking news, but that link is what munkypoo7 and I were talking about with engroot. Essentially the Snapdragon variants can use a signed Engineering boot file to acquire root. None of us were talking about the Exynos version (G935F), I'm pretty sure we were talking about SM-G935U being able to run the Engineering boot file that the other Snapdragon variants are able to run. I was just providing the steps for how to grab the stock firmware for the G935U as it doesn't seem to be publicly available yet.
So could we flash this via ODIN over the tmobile version?
I would be interested in enabling FM radio and adding EVS and video dialer from T-Mobile without loosing the bands. Can one advise which files from T-mobile to flash on this unlocked device? Thanks!
Anyone have the SM-G930U Firmware?
Use SamFirm tool for SM-G930U, Region code: TMB ?Auto)
Really loving this , my AT&T felt like a different device, and it uses so much less storage + quicker everything, I have a oneplus 3 and this and they are now both beasts !
dantonuci said:
Really loving this , my AT&T felt like a different device, and it uses so much less storage + quicker everything, I have a oneplus 3 and this and they are now both beasts ![/QUOTE
Which files did you use to flash your ATT phone: PDA and CSC only or any others? Thanks
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mffu said:
dantonuci said:
Really loving this , my AT&T felt like a different device, and it uses so much less storage + quicker everything, I have a oneplus 3 and this and they are now both beasts ![/QUOTE
Which files did you use to flash your ATT phone: PDA and CSC only or any others? Thanks
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All four from original post !
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So can we install this version of software on our verizon device and basically have an unlocked version?
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So can we install this version of software on our verizon device and basically have an unlocked version?
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I think so. One person indicated that they did so successfully. I am going to try it when I get some time...probably over the weekend.
Interesting.. so we don't need to buy one we can just flash the new software. That could be real cool.. I will wait for clarification
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So can we install this version of software on our verizon device and basically have an unlocked version?
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I did it on my Verizon S7 Edge today and had zero issues. It's way snappier than the Verizon firmware and battery life looks to be better (though it's only been a few hours).
The only thing to keep in mind is this firmware doesn't have *any* Verizon stuff on it, including advanced calling features (HD voice, etc.) or Verizon Visual Voicemail. Someone will probably figure out a way to shoehorn those features in, but as of right now, it's no-go. Despite that, I plan on using this firmware from now on. Being free of all the malware Verizon likes to load the phone with is very, very nice.
I have been reading the forums for the past 2 hours and can't find a straight answer. Every thread gets sidetrack with different answers to different questions. I am just looking for the simple answer. I am looking at trading my wife's iPhone 7 for an S8+ AT&T but I have VZW. I would like it to work like it was originally from VZW. I heard Samsung Pay stops working if tampered and i really want to keep that. Any answers or suggestions?
As a regular Samsung pay user
I'd take that device to T-Mo. Let them pay it off, and get a T-Mo device.
Or sell and buy a T-Mobile Device.
If you screw this up Knox is gone on a very expensive device
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Two things you could try.
1: try flashing the VZW firmware to see if it sticks.
2: flash it to the new 955U1 firmware and have the unlocked model.
cadcamaro said:
Two things you could try.
1: try flashing the VZW firmware to see if it sticks.
2: flash it to the new 955U1 firmware and have the unlocked model.
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Hi - Do you know if flashing this device will or will NOT trip Knox?
Thanks.
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I tried to use a ATT branded unlocked on Verizon and nothing would allow it to connect to the CDMA network, Sold got Verizon model
badrsj said:
Hi - Do you know if flashing this device will or will NOT trip Knox?
Thanks.
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It's the official firmware, so no it doesn't trip Knox. I did it before on my S7, and now I've flashed over my S8+ and everything is working fine.
cadcamaro said:
It's the official firmware, so no it doesn't trip Knox. I did it before on my S7, and now I've flashed over my S8+ and everything is working fine.
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Did you need to flash the engboot to do this? I was under the impression you couldn't successfully flash a different CSC without hitting errors? Would be nice if I could flash the stock 955u1 firmware and have VoLTE, HD etc
Thanks!
rando191 said:
Did you need to flash the engboot to do this? I was under the impression you couldn't successfully flash a different CSC without hitting errors? Would be nice if I could flash the stock 955u1 firmware and have VoLTE, HD etc
Thanks!
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I will actually be attempting to flash mine to the new 955U1 later tonight so I will keep you updated. Currently mine is on the XAC/VZW combo firmware which is working fine, but I'd prefer to keep it on stock U firmware to save from any headaches later.
cadcamaro said:
I will actually be attempting to flash mine to the new 955U1 later tonight so I will keep you updated. Currently mine is on the XAC/VZW combo firmware which is working fine, but I'd prefer to keep it on stock U firmware to save from any headaches later.
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Awesome! Really appreciate it!
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Awesome! Really appreciate it!
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I just finished flashing the 955U1 firmware and all is working well.
cadcamaro said:
I just finished flashing the 955U1 firmware and all is working well.
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Just finished myself! So far, everything seems fine, just cannot find any wifi calling settings?
cadcamaro said:
Two things you could try.
1: try flashing the VZW firmware to see if it sticks.
2: flash it to the new 955U1 firmware and have the unlocked model.
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Do you have a link to the 955u1 thread I'd like to inform myself more about this
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Just finished myself! So far, everything seems fine, just cannot find any wifi calling settings?
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I think those are carrier specific features since they are essentially add ons.
eddyo1993 said:
Do you have a link to the 955u1 thread I'd like to inform myself more about this
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I just downloaded it straight from updato and flashed it with Odin.
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I think those are carrier specific features since they are essentially add ons.
I just downloaded it straight from updato and flashed it with Odin.
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Does places and caller ID work along with video calling and Samsung cloud
eddyo1993 said:
Does places and caller ID work along with video calling and Samsung cloud
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Places is a part of the new dialer and caller ID works great. Also Samsung cloud is in the settings tab but I don't really use it. I don't see video calling though.
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All of the US carriers list different band frequencies for the s8+. Does the unlocked firmware have support for all these bands? I'm currently using Verizon, but we are in a position where we are switching to T-Mobile next week. Just want to get an idea of what to expect when I pop the new sim in this Verizon variant with the unlocked rom.
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Places is a part of the new dialer and caller ID works great. Also Samsung cloud is in the settings tab but I don't really use it. I don't see video calling though.
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Does your gear VR setup work. Im using the unlocked version on a Verizon phone and it seems like it doenst work for me at all
eddyo1993 said:
Does your gear VR setup work. Im using the unlocked version on a Verizon phone and it seems like it doenst work for me at all
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I honestly haven't tried yet, have you disabled any packages?
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I honestly haven't tried yet, have you disabled any packages?
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No i have not but now i am having issues with sending messages. Im trying to go back to Stock Verizon from Unlocked USA firmware and now its telling me model dismatch fail
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No i have not but now i am having issues with sending messages. Im trying to go back to Stock Verizon from Unlocked USA firmware and now its telling me model dismatch fail
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Strange, I'm not sure if this has anything to do with it not originally I had flashed my phone to the Canadian firmware and followed all steps to get that working. Then after a few days I flashed over that with the G955U1 FW and everything is working fine. My gear VR also isn't working apparently. Not sure why but maybe it'll be fixed when the 955U1 is officially released.
For those looking to flash their devices immediately, U1 firmware is now available via Frija and other such tools that pull from Sammy's servers. Manual Entry is required, XAA sales code.
PDA: F721U1UEU1AVGA
CSC: F721U1OYM1AVGC
Phone: F721U1UEU1AVGA
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Standard MO for Samsung is to remove the Manual Entry requirement once the official launch date hits. Once that date comes, you should be able to pull it via Automatic.
Someone in the Fold 4 forum verified that current Odin 3.14.x (patched of course) works fine for flashing
Happy flashing!
Sweet! Thanks.
Thanks! Just successfully flashed this U1 firmware over my AT&T firmware, I did it with the home_csc so all my data is still there.
NguyenHuu said:
Thanks! Just successfully flashed this U1 firmware over my AT&T firmware, I did it with the home_csc so all my data is still there.
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Good to know
Does this remove the carrier bloatware?
seattleboi1982 said:
Does this remove the carrier bloatware?
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Yep
Does it enable bootloader unlock? I'm not usually a Samsung person but would consider it if this was the case.
Whoareyou said:
Does it enable bootloader unlock? I'm not usually a Samsung person but would consider it if this was the case.
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Nope
theres a new version already: F721USQU1AVHH
Download Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 SM-F721U TMB USA (T-Mobile) F721USQU1AVHH firmware
Fast download latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 firmware SM-F721U from USA (T-Mobile) with F721USQU1AVHH and Android version 12
www.sammobile.com
That's a U not a U1.
Frija still not picking up anything with automatic selection yet for me.
Does flashing this u1 firmware over u device have negative repercussions? Would the device still get updates as they're released for u1?
Yes
thelostsoul said:
Does flashing this u1 firmware over u device have negative repercussions? Would the device still get updates as they're released for u1?
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1. Could have negative repercussions, yes. Depends on the way that you tend to use your device. If you don't like it, you can flash right back to U
2. Yes, U1 updates work as normal
I flashed and now I have att bloatware on my device. Is this normal?
ahh, just realized I probably downloaded a different file.
iBowToAndroid said:
1. Could have negative repercussions, yes. Depends on the way that you tend to use your device. If you don't like it, you can flash right back to U
2. Yes, U1 updates work as normal
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How would I go about flashing back to U? everything I've seemingly tried has yielded nothing in Frija.
I'd rather have 5G+ on the ATT firmware/
thestalkingocelot said:
How would I go about flashing back to U? everything I've seemingly tried has yielded nothing in Frija.
I'd rather have 5G+ on the ATT firmware/
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SamFW.com is great for firmware, but they're not gonna have an AT&T USERDATA file. I'm not sure if everything will work properly without it. I have a source that can get me Samsung firmware for any USA device, but I have to pay him for each one
iBowToAndroid said:
For those looking to flash their devices immediately, U1 firmware is now available via Frija and other such tools that pull from Sammy's servers. Manual Entry is required, XAA sales code.
PDA: F721U1UEU1AVGA
CSC: F721U1OYM1AVGC
Phone: F721U1UEU1AVGA
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Standard MO for Samsung is to remove the Manual Entry requirement once the official launch date hits. Once that date comes, you should be able to pull it via Automatic.
Someone in the Fold 4 forum verified that current Odin 3.14.x (patched of course) works fine for flashing
Happy flashing!
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Thanks!
New verizon firmware is posted... https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/firmware/SM-F721U1/VZW/download/F721U1UEU1AVIA/1683640/
Flashed
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New verizon firmware is posted... https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/firmware/SM-F721U1/VZW/download/F721U1UEU1AVIA/1683640/View attachment 5724193
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Flashed and was able to enable WiFi-calling with US Mobile that I previously didn't have the option with July update. This is OneUI 4.1.1 btw, and the bottom of the screen is reserved for taskbar which is NOT enabled for Flip 4 so you get a black bar at the bottom in apps, just so you know.
This morning my flip4 finally received the September security patch along with firmware F721U1UEU1AVIA through OTA. My flip4 is an unlocked US phone, I'm on West coast. I haven't noticed any changes yet.
Guys
I am using SM-G996UZSAVZW here in Pakistan. This is a Verizon USA S21+ that is imported to Pakistan. My problem is, I have to manually update through ODIN every time there is an update. The software update option does not work within the about section of the phone. I am guessing It has something to do with not being bound to Verizon anymore. I have ended up updating every 3rd or 4th month to save myself the hassle of updating all the time.
Can someone tell me if there is a workaround so the OTA works from the phone itself? Maybe I can install ROM from another region that lets me auto-update? Any ideas would be appreciated.
yusufjee said:
Guys
I am using SM-G996UZSAVZW here in Pakistan. This is a Verizon USA S21+ that is imported to Pakistan. My problem is, I have to manually update through ODIN every time there is an update. The software update option does not work within the about section of the phone. I am guessing It has something to do with not being bound to Verizon anymore. I have ended up updating every 3rd or 4th month to save myself the hassle of updating all the time.
ROM
Can someone tell me if there is a workaround so the OTA works from the phone itself? Maybe I can install ROM from another region that lets me auto update? Any ideas would be appreciated.
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Post all the details from the Software Information section
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The reason it's not working is because the CSC was modified. The XAA sales code goes with U1 firmware, not U. So basically, your phone doesn't think that you have valid firmware installed, since XAA is not one of the valid sales codes that goes with U firmware.
If you flash U1 firmware, that will likely solve the problem
iBowToAndroid said:
The reason it's not working is because the CSC was modified. The XAA sales code goes with U1 firmware, not U. So basically, your phone doesn't think that you have valid firmware installed, since XAA is not one of the valid sales codes that goes with U firmware.
If you flash U1 firmware, that will likely solve the problem
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Thanks a lot. Can you go a step further and suggest which U1 firmware should I install? On samfw I am just not sure about which U1.
Maybe this one is the correct one?
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yusufjee said:
Thanks a lot. Can you go a step further and suggest which U1 firmware should I install? On samfw I am just not sure about which U1.
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Any version you want, as long as it's bootloader level 5
iBowToAndroid said:
Any version you want, as long as it's bootloader level 5
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What do you think now?
yusufjee said:
What do you think now?
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Good job
iBowToAndroid said:
Good job
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Thanks for your help. I will get back when an update is available for OTA.
iBowToAndroid said:
Good job
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Was able to get the latest OTA. Wanted to thank you again.
Hello
iBowToAndroid said:
Good job
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Hello,
I have a quite similar situation with OP. My phone was importrd from the US to the Philippines and I don't get automatic OTA updates as well. I just update via Odin every 3 - 4 months and I always choose the G996U VZW firmwares.
I'm wondering if I can also flash a U1 firmware to activate OTA updates and what CSC should I choose? because I can't seem to see GCF as part of the firmware list for G996U1
jnyambao said:
Hello
Hello,
I have a quite similar situation with OP. My phone was importrd from the US to the Philippines and I don't get automatic OTA updates as well. I just update via Odin every 3 - 4 months and I always choose the G996U VZW firmwares.
I'm wondering if I can also flash a U1 firmware to activate OTA updates and what CSC should I choose? because I can't seem to see GCF as part of the firmware list for G996U1View attachment 5733319
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The standard CSC code for U1 firmware is XAA
iBowToAndroid said:
The standard CSC code for U1 firmware is XAA
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Hello,
I flashed from G996U to G996U1 XAA version. Not sure if I did it right because, yes I see G996U1 on my software version but I don't see XAA btw this is the October update for XAA, and not sure If i should be receiving the Android 13 OTA update already.
Can you check sir if I did it right? Or is there anything that I should do differently?
jnyambao said:
Hello,
I flashed from G996U to G996U1 XAA version. Not sure if I did it right because, yes I see G996U1 on my software version but I don't see XAA btw this is the October update for XAA, and not sure If i should be receiving the Android 13 OTA update already.
Can you check sir if I did it right? Or is there anything that I should do differently?
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You don't need to do anything differently. Android 13 has not yet been released for this model, and probably will not for at least 1 more month
Hello, I also face the same problem however mine is SM-G996B could you please advise whether the G996U1UES5CVI8 with CSC of XAS will be okay for me to use?
Thanks in advance for your reply.
tahamolu said:
Hello, I also face the same problem however mine is SM-G996B could you please advise whether the G996U1UES5CVI8 with CSC of XAS will be okay for me to use?
Thanks in advance for your reply.
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No, you cannot flash any other model's firmware
iBowToAndroid said:
No, you cannot flash any other model's firmware
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Thanks for your response could you please advise would any of these resolve my issue?
tahamolu said:
Thanks for your response could you please advise would any of these resolve my issue?
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I don't know what your issue is, so I have no way to answer you
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I don't know what your issue is, so I have no way to answer you
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My issue is the same as the previous people I can not download the updates unless I do it manually with Odin I check OTA says I'm updated when I check via Frija there is an update which I download and install with Odin
One UI 5/Android 13 still hasn't hit my US (SM-A536U) phone yet. I'm leaning towards this being a no, but would it be possible to download the European firmware for Android 13 for the A53 and use it on my US phone? I'm hesitant because the European variant is SM-A536B and mine is SM-A536U. That would prevent this from working right (them having different model numbers)? I just want verification.
If this is possible, I would just download the Europe firmware from Sammobile and flash through Odin, right? Does the device need an unlocked bootloader? Can't do that on a US variant if so...might be out of luck. Anyways, thoughts?
**And I don't wanna hear crap about "just wait for the OTA update to hit your phone", I hate how there's no set date for when the OTA update will get to my phone (one of the only things I miss about owning an iPhone, everyone got the new update on the same day).**
I think it should work - they seem only to differ in network coverage, yours supports more bands:
https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a53_5g-11268.php
Well, you know the usual disclaimer like bricking, dead kittens and WW3, right?
SigmundDroid said:
I think it should work - they seem only to differ in network coverage, yours supports more bands:
https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a53_5g-11268.php
Well, you know the usual disclaimer like bricking, dead kittens and WW3, right?
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Oh of course! If this fails the world falls into total chaos.
You're talking about the network bands, right? I'd imagine that shouldn't have much of an impact when it comes down to firmware. I wonder if I'd see a decrease in network performance? Hmm things to consider. Thanks for the insight!
Anyone else have anything to add? I think I'm gonna try flashing later today with the European firmware.
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You don't need unlocked bootloader and you don't lose warranty as long as you flash original firmware with Odin. However i'm not sure that you would be successful in flashing EUX firmware on A536U model, try not to brick your phone. It probably wont work anyway and wont let you go trough with flashing in Odin as it's different model.
Marvin.the.Martian said:
You don't need unlocked bootloader and you don't lose warranty as long as you flash original firmware with Odin. However i'm not sure that you would be successful in flashing EUX firmware on A536U model, try not to brick your phone. It probably wont work anyway and wont let you go trough with flashing in Odin as it's different model.
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When comparing the models, they seem to be nearly identical in terms of specs. Like mentioned above, the only difference comes from the network bands. I guess the US variant has more bands to it than the European variant. Now I'm second guessing lol. I have the firmware downloaded, just backing up my phone in case things go awry.
nsfxpython said:
When comparing the models, they seem to be nearly identical in terms of specs. Like mentioned above, the only difference comes from the network bands. I guess the US variant has more bands to it than the European variant. Now I'm second guessing lol. I have the firmware downloaded, just backing up my phone in case things go awry.
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Yes, but it's not that simple. You would probably have to change CSC first, i think SamKey tool is used for that, if hardware is the same maybe it's a possibility.
Even at SamKey US model isn't supported yet. US/Verizon model uses different 4G and 5G band frequencies, you could do a lot more harm and i'm pretty sure phone wouldn't work.
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Marvin.the.Martian said:
Yes, but it's not that simple. You would probably have to change CSC first, i think SamKey tool is used for that, if hardware is the same maybe it's a possibility.
Even at SamKey US model isn't supported yet. US/Verizon model uses different 4G and 5G band frequencies, you could do a lot more harm and i'm pretty sure phone wouldn't work.
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Noted! Thanks for all the info.
I guess it would be safer to wait for the official OTA. At the end of the day I still want a working phone. Really not a fan of how Samsung releases its updates. Appreciate the help!
nsfxpython said:
Noted! Thanks for all the info.
I guess it would be safer to wait for the official OTA. At the end of the day I still want a working phone. Really not a fan of how Samsung releases its updates. Appreciate the help!
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It would be best to wait, also i can tell you there's not much difference in OneUi 5. Visually is pretty much the same.
Would it be possible to do the same thing for the exynos model. I have a a536w model.
cookingboss888 said:
Would it be possible to do the same thing for the exynos model. I have a a536w model.
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All the A53 models use the same Exynos processor.
Hi Guys,
Would a conversion from a SM-A536E to SM-A536B be possible?
PlutoDelic said:
Hi Guys,
Would a conversion from a SM-A536E to SM-A536B be possible?
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Yes go for it!
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Yes go for it!
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So Odin failed with re-partitioning part. The SM-A536E i have is a Dual Sim with 8GB RAM. Is that the issue, or do we use a patched odin in this case?
PlutoDelic said:
So Odin failed with re-partitioning part. The SM-A536E i have is a Dual Sim with 8GB RAM. Is that the issue, or do we use a patched odin in this case?
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Try using a patched Odin.
nsfxpython said:
Try using a patched Odin.
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Pardon for asking but has this been done before? Dont wanna be the guinea pig.
PlutoDelic said:
Pardon for asking but has this been done before? Dont wanna be the guinea pig.
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Yes many people have done it.
Just tried the Patched Odin as well and too it's failing. Could be the 8GB RAM being different somehow?
PlutoDelic said:
Just tried the Patched Odin as well and too it's failing. Could be the 8GB RAM being different somehow?
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It's possible.
Hesitant to try the PIT path.