Flashing Carrier Specific ROM's for Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge US UNLOCKED [SM-G930U/ G935U] - Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Discussion

Hello Everyone,
This is a Guide to Flashing Carrier Specific official ROM's for SAMSUNG GALAXY S7/ S7 EDGE [SM-G930U] [SM_G935U]
Since 5 months as a owner of this device, i was furious to samsung as they have forgoten about this model and never released a security update and still haven't released update for Nougat.
As, all the carrier specific models have been already updated to nougat and stable. I suggest to everyone who is having these models to Flash their carrier specific firmware.
1) First, when deciding which carrier ROM to flash, you need to know who is your provider. You might be using the Big four carriers like AT&T, T Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, which is a pretty straight forward answer.
But, like me there must be several other who like to use prepaid carriers to get best value for money. I use H20 and the network provider is AT&T, which means i must flash AT&T ROM.
In order to find out, which network provider your carrier uses, go to this below link and find the name of your carrier.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_mobile_virtual_network_operators
2) After defining which carrier firmware you need, download them from below links.
S7:
AT&T Firmware - G930AUCS4BQC2 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7977
T mobile Firmware - G930TUVS4BQC1 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6953
Sprint Firmware - G930PVPU4BQAA - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6410
Verizon Firmware - G930VVRU4BQA4 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7209
S7 EDGE
AT&T Firmware - G935AUCS4BQC2 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7351
T mobile Firmware - G935TUVS4BQC1 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6954
Sprint Firmware - G935PVPU4BQAA - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6411
Verizon Firmware - G935VVRU4BQA4 -http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7208
and any us cellular carriers
S7 - G930R4TYU4BQC5 - sorry, i could not find the link for official firmware which are faster, you can download from sammobile which is very slow - https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7/SM-G930R4/USC/download/G930R4TYU4BQC5/128660/
S7 EDGE- G935R4TYU4BQC5 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=8492
3) In the above links, download four files named AP,BL,CP,CSC.
Now, cut these four files and copy them into a separate folder.
Next, download a file extractor, i suggest you to download 7 zip HERE http://www.7-zip.org/
Install it and then extract each file into the same folder.here you must be having four .tar.md5 files.
4) Now install odin, just download this specific version which works, only with the unlocked model. https://www.4shared.com/s/fBjP73CGjei
The method on how to use odin to flash, you must learn here, if yoou dont know how! http://www.droidviews.com/install-stock-firmware-on-samsung-galaxy-devices-using-odin/
If you knew proceed. Rember: Download the Odin from the above link, its a must or else if you use any other version, it won't flash and your device will be factory reset.
Voila, Now you will be having Nougat on your carrier rom.
Benifits:
Samsung Pass
Samsung Cloud
New UI
New phone dialer
and lots of other things

Sm-g935u
vivekvarma02 said:
Hello Everyone,
This is a Guide to Flashing Carrier Specific official ROM's for SAMSUNG GALAXY S7/ S7 EDGE [SM-G930U] [SM_G935U]
Since 5 months as a owner of this device, i was furious to samsung as they have forgoten about this model and never released a security update and still haven't released update for Nougat.
As, all the carrier specific models have been already updated to nougat and stable. I suggest to everyone who is having these models to Flash their carrier specific firmware.
1) First, when deciding which carrier ROM to flash, you need to know who is your provider. You might be using the Big four carriers like AT&T, T Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, which is a pretty straight forward answer.
But, like me there must be several other who like to use prepaid carriers to get best value for money. I use H20 and the network provider is AT&T, which means i must flash AT&T ROM.
In order to find out, which network provider your carrier uses, go to this below link and find the name of your carrier.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_mobile_virtual_network_operators
2) After defining which carrier firmware you need, download them from below links.
S7:
AT&T Firmware - G930AUCS4BQC2 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7977
T mobile Firmware - G930TUVS4BQC1 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6953
Sprint Firmware - G930PVPU4BQAA - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6410
Verizon Firmware - G930VVRU4BQA4 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7209
S7 EDGE
AT&T Firmware - G935AUCS4BQC2 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7351
T mobile Firmware - G935TUVS4BQC1 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6954
Sprint Firmware - G935PVPU4BQAA - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=6411
Verizon Firmware - G935VVRU4BQA4 -http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7208
and any us cellular carriers
S7 - G930R4TYU4BQC5 - sorry, i could not find the link for official firmware which are faster, you can download from sammobile which is very slow - https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7/SM-G930R4/USC/download/G930R4TYU4BQC5/128660/
S7 EDGE- G935R4TYU4BQC5 - http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=8492
3) In the above links, download four files named AP,BL,CP,CSC.
Now, cut these four files and copy them into a separate folder.
Next, download a file extractor, i suggest you to download 7 zip HERE http://www.7-zip.org/
Install it and then extract each file into the same folder.here you must be having four .tar.md5 files.
4) Now install odin, just download this specific version which works, only with the unlocked model. https://www.4shared.com/s/fBjP73CGjei
The method on how to use odin to flash, you must learn here, if yoou dont know how! http://www.droidviews.com/install-stock-firmware-on-samsung-galaxy-devices-using-odin/
If you knew proceed. Rember: Download the Odin from the above link, its a must or else if you use any other version, it won't flash and your device will be factory reset.
Voila, Now you will be having Nougat on your carrier rom.
Benifits:
Samsung Pass
Samsung Cloud
New UI
New phone dialer
and lots of other things
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But still no U Nougat right?

Yes, Still no nougat. I think this has been an operation by carriers not to release any update untill all of them have updated, so that people who bought these models won't buy again and only buy from them next time.

G935uueu4bqd2
7.0

Seems to me that the 4share does anything but actually download ODIN and I always get a mismatch/fail.
I find a legitimate ODIN download site and it fails. DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Flashing g930T 7.0 firmware on a g930v device

I have a S7 g930V that I moved over to T-mobile service. It still has the 6.0 Marshmallow since I no longer get the Samsung updates.
Can I flash the G930TUVU4BQH7 which is the t-mobile 7.0 firmware without bricking my phone?
Dmillz713 said:
I have a S7 g930V that I moved over to T-mobile service. It still has the 6.0 Marshmallow since I no longer get the Samsung updates.
Can I flash the G930TUVU4BQH7 which is the t-mobile 7.0 firmware without bricking my phone?
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Not only can you, but it's easily doable - I took my originally-VZW S7 (Snapdragon SoC and all) to the UnCarrier using that method.
1. Put the target S7 into download mode and grab the latest version of Odin. (You will lose your data.) Make sure you have a T-M or compatible nano SIM in the phone or no SIM at all.
2. Flash the latest SM-G930T (as in T-Mobile) firmware according to the directions.
3. The flash SHOULD be successful.
4. Restart the phone - following the new customer steps. (The setup should let you know about VoLTE. Unlike VZW, T-Mobile DOES let their MVNOs -- such as Tracfone - use VoLTE on their network; same applies to wi-fi calling.)
Both SamMobile and UPDATO have up-to-date firmware for T-Mobile S7s; the reason I prefer UPDATO is due to faster (much faster) transfer rates that do NOT require *premium* BS.
I don't see a guide/link on XDA on going specifically to 930T, just 930U. I'm also coming from 930V. Can you please provide the link?
rh71 said:
I don't see a guide/link on XDA on going specifically to 930T, just 930U. I'm also coming from 930V. Can you please provide the link?
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The 930U steps work for 930T; the firmware choice is the only difference. The same steps apply for custom firmware based on stock (such as Project L).

Reverting back to stock rom fails using an XAA file

Hi folks,
I have the following problem. After rooting my SM-G930U (Galaxy S7 unbranded US version, i.e. snapdragon version), it has become super slow and the battery drain insane. So I have decided to revert to stock, not least to be able to update to the latest Android O, which is supposed to be released soon.
However, after downloading several XAA firmware packages (e.g. XAA-G930UUES4BRA1-20180125153850), I have the following problems:
Odin throws an error when I try to flash the firmware and
it might have to do with the fact that the firmware only includes the BL and AP files and not (as I would have hoped) the CSC file as well --> I accidentally flashed the Sprint Rom last time and it sucks, so I want the version with the least carrier customization and bloatware.
So I was hoping that you could help me by explaining whether or not I will need any other files than the BL/AP files and how I can make sure that the rom I install is free from any of the old Sprint customization and bloatware.
Further information: I am on Mint Sim prepaid (which runs on the T-Mobile network) and I have not tripped Knox and I would prefer to keep it this way
Thank you!

Att oreo on my tmobile s7

https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...-att-samsung-galaxy-s7-s7-edge/#disqus_thread
Can I flash this with flasfire if so how
SIGMAxB said:
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...-att-samsung-galaxy-s7-s7-edge/#disqus_thread
Can I flash this with flasfire if so how
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Won't flash on T-Mobile - it expects AT&T firmware (SM-G930A) - not anything else. I tried it (SM-G930T) and got error 7 in second stage with that exact reference (expected SM-G930A; got SM-G930T). This would have to be edited to take that second-stage reference out to work.)
You can flash if you flash the latest att firmware but the fluidity of the u firmware and battery have me staying put till the official release
Death Cookie Firmware in Non-DeathStar Phones - Yes; However
SIGMAxB said:
You can flash if you flash the latest att firmware but the fluidity of the u firmware and battery have me staying put till the official release
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Then use A firmware (not U). You can even stick your T-Mobile nano-SIM back in the phone once the firmware is installed (just not DURING the install). I've just finished the install, have my UnCarrier nano-SIM back in the phone, and am currently charging it while restoring all my apps (yes - including the T-Mobile apps). The only loss (which isn't one in my situation) is VoLTE/VoWifi (two features I never use). The rather cute part is that I have more access to e-mail accounts with the AT&T firmware than I did with either UnCarrier firmware or VZW firmware (and with fewer apps, no less). Still, if you DO use VoLTE or VoWifi, this firmware is not an option. You have to reboot a second time (apparently the first reboot post-install doesn't completely flush - which is why the Wi-fi doesn't work; the second boot fixes that). The same should be true with any other carrier (VZW, Sprint, Cricket Wireless, Virgin Mobile, etc.); your only loss will be carrier-specific features.
PGHammer said:
Then use A firmware (not U). You can even stick your T-Mobile nano-SIM back in the phone once the firmware is installed (just not DURING the install). I've just finished the install, have my UnCarrier nano-SIM back in the phone, and am currently charging it while restoring all my apps (yes - including the T-Mobile apps). The only loss (which isn't one in my situation) is VoLTE/VoWifi (two features I never use). The rather cute part is that I have more access to e-mail accounts with the AT&T firmware than I did with either UnCarrier firmware or VZW firmware (and with fewer apps, no less). Still, if you DO use VoLTE or VoWifi, this firmware is not an option. You have to reboot a second time (apparently the first reboot post-install doesn't completely flush - which is why the Wi-fi doesn't work; the second boot fixes that). The same should be true with any other carrier (VZW, Sprint, Cricket Wireless, Virgin Mobile, etc.); your only loss will be carrier-specific features.
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Which version of att firmware did you flash ? Is it worth flashing the Oreo update
SIGMAxB said:
Which version of att firmware did you flash ? Is it worth flashing the Oreo update
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The same version in the AT&T Mobility thread (same subject) - the hard part (for me) was that I had to update by dong the updates manually to get to the right version to apply the beta (from an earlier version) - seven updates I had to apply via SDcard - THAT was the real pain, not the application of the beta firmware itself, which was rather painless. I'm still there and have absolutely zero interest in going back to any version of Nougat (stock or L, for that matter), and I came from Project L V.4. In other words, I'm using this as my daily driver.
I DO have one warning (and it's one that makes sense when using firmware from another carrier); take your T-Mobile SIM out before you start the firmware changeover, and don't put in your proper SIM until you start the new-customer steps, as some firmware doesn't take kindly to using a carrier other than the one intended (in the case of what I call "Darth Cookie", AT&T Mobility); remember, we're on T-Mobile - not exactly the "proper" carrier for this firmware. (I was wary on the move to T-Mobile firmware, because the handset itself is VZW-branded - and I was worried about gotchas merely there; amazingly - or more amusingly - because it IS locked firmware - changing carriers is depressingly easy despite the firmware locks.)
Beginning of Round Two - CRB6
PGHammer said:
The same version in the AT&T Mobility thread (same subject) - the hard part (for me) was that I had to update by dong the updates manually to get to the right version to apply the beta (from an earlier version) - seven updates I had to apply via SDcard - THAT was the real pain, not the application of the beta firmware itself, which was rather painless. I'm still there and have absolutely zero interest in going back to any version of Nougat (stock or L, for that matter), and I came from Project L V.4. In other words, I'm using this as my daily driver.
I DO have one warning (and it's one that makes sense when using firmware from another carrier); take your T-Mobile SIM out before you start the firmware changeover, and don't put in your proper SIM until you start the new-customer steps, as some firmware doesn't take kindly to using a carrier other than the one intended (in the case of what I call "Darth Cookie", AT&T Mobility); remember, we're on T-Mobile - not exactly the "proper" carrier for this firmware. (I was wary on the move to T-Mobile firmware, because the handset itself is VZW-branded - and I was worried about gotchas merely there; amazingly - or more amusingly - because it IS locked firmware - changing carriers is depressingly easy despite the firmware locks.)
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I reset the phone, and kicked off testing of CRB6, and I did one thing differently; I left the SIM in the phone. I had a purpose for that - I was looking for bugbears that apply to non-AT&T carriers (T-Mobile, VZW, Sprint, et. al.) Amusingly, there aren't any. I did the flush (U Firmware version of BRA1) then applied the AT&T version of BQL1 (back-to-back via ODIN). Then came the ADB via SD card single-file updates (recovery mode for these) and there are only two - BQL1 to BRA1 (from Round One) and the new CRB6 update (courtesy of Samsung Firmware Science) labeled update_2.zip. It replaces update.zip, and is not opened or extracted - apply it as-is. After this update applies, follow the new-customer steps as you did for Round One - no changes here.
If anyone needs the newest G930A firmware before this Oreo leak, I have a Google drive Link. PM me.
And that's an Odin friendly
bkup said:
If anyone needs the newest G930A firmware before this Oreo leak, I have a Google drive Link. PM me.
And that's an Odin friendly
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Can I get a copy please
Why I Did It The Way I Did
SIGMAxB said:
Can I get a copy please
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When someone gets a proper copy, link it to the thread - the very reason I did NOT do it that way was because a proper copy of AT&T BRA1 didn't exist. (You can't get it from SamMobile or UPDATO either - much to my frustration; the latest ODINable AT&T firmware was BQL1.)

General G996U and G996U1 Firmware Links and Flashing Discussion Here

For those who aren't already aware, G996U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the S21+. The G996U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via the various firmware download tools posted here on XDA like SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I pay for a subscription to a site that gets the official releases (usually) before they hit the firmware download tools, so that's where my files come from.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322091
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322092
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading to an S21, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- it's quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single Sx and Note x model, so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit the firmware download tools.
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T (and Cricket, if they get this model). I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in the firmware download tools if you're downloading yourself:
AIO = Cricket (not available via firmware download tools)
ATT = AT&T (not available via firmware download tools)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
DSH = Dish Network
SPR = Sprint
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via firmware download tools, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
- the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another is:
1. Flash full U1 firmware package including non HOME CSC
2. Upon boot, insert a SIM of the carrier whose firmware you want
3. Watch for the popup that says "reboot to apply new carrier settings" etc, and do it
4. After that restart completes, reboot back to Download mode and flash the full U firmware package, with the USERDATA file of the carrier whose firmware you want
Initial U firmware and AT&T USERDATA are posted, along with U1 firmware. U firmware is not yet accessible in the firmware download tools like SamFirm and Frija, but if anyone wants a different carrier's USERDATA (for flashing bloatware to a U1 device or for converting a U device from one carrier's bloatware to a different one), let me know and I'll get it for you
Are the firmware in OP compatible for the S21 (Non-plus)?
craznazn said:
Are the firmware in OP compatible for the S21 (Non-plus)?
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This thread is in the S21+ forum, not the S21 forum.
This thread is for model numbers G996U and G996U1, not G991U or G991U1.
If you're looking for S21 firmware, that will be found in the S21 forum
I agree with you
Does the firmware control the SIM lock? So, can you flash the U1-XAA firmware and use say a phone purchased from AT&T on another carrier? Or do you need to do the SIM unlock before flashing?
3BeersKen said:
Does the firmware control the SIM lock? So, can you flash the U1-XAA firmware and use say a phone purchased from AT&T on another carrier? Or do you need to do the SIM unlock before flashing?
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SIM unlock always goes much deeper than firmware. Flashing U1 will never automatically unlock any model - the unlock has to be done separately. If desired, I can provide a recommendation for a professional 3rd party business to do the unlocking, for any interested users who may not meet the carrier's unlock requirement(s).
Thanks. That's what I figured, but wanted to make sure. I like to get off of the AT&T firmware as quickly as possible as you can't get their updates unless you have an active SIM in the phone.
3BeersKen said:
You can't get their updates unless you have an active SIM in the phone.
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Correct. They're A-holes like that haha
iBowToAndroid said:
Correct. They're A-holes like that haha
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I got TMobile s21+ and want flash to u1,do you know which odin should I use, thanks
yijinsa said:
I got TMobile s21+ and want flash to u1,do you know which odin should I use, thanks
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3.14.1 patched
I don't have my S21+ yet but it will be here soon. I ordered from Samsung and selected the Verizon version as unlocked was considerably more expensive.
Does anyone know what Verizon specific bloatware the S21+ has?
Are there certain apps which can be uninstalled with the U1 version but not the Verizon U version?
Are there any potential speed benefits on the 5G network that would be lost using the U1 version, or features like tethering that won't work?
For updates in the future, would they arrive faster on the U1 version, slower, or the same?
My main purpose in flashing from U to U1 is to free up the maximum amount of space of the 128 GB while still retaining 100% of the speed and features I would have with the Verizon version.
Thank you for educating me! It's been a couple years since I flashed my Note 8.
I order a unlocked S21+ U1 version straight from Samsung and didn't have to put in any VZW info.
There is a buttload of Samsung bloatware but no VZW except fot MyVZX
Have anyone here with T-mobile version stuck on TMB/TMB/TMB after going to U1 firmware?
Someone over S21 Ultra have this problem, but I'm not sure if Android 11 tinker or T-mobile side. Used to be XAA/XAA/TMB
x1tymez said:
Have anyone here with T-mobile version stuck on TMB/TMB/TMB after going to U1 firmware?
Someone over S21 Ultra have this problem, but I'm not sure if Android 11 tinker or T-mobile side. Used to be XAA/XAA/TMB
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Yes, that seems to be a common issue with T-Mobile S21s - all 3 models
iBowToAndroid said:
Yes, that seems to be a common issue with T-Mobile S21s - all 3 models
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You think there will be a fix for this? It's weird that dialer codes also don't work.
x1tymez said:
Have anyone here with T-mobile version stuck on TMB/TMB/TMB after going to U1 firmware?
Someone over S21 Ultra have this problem, but I'm not sure if Android 11 tinker or T-mobile side. Used to be XAA/XAA/TMB
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I've got a T-Mobile locked that I was able to get flashed over to U1 without much trouble. Shows mode number SM-G996U1 now, build number shows same.
edit: Nevermind, I see the TMB/TMB/TMB
krisology said:
You think there will be a fix for this? It's weird that dialer codes also don't work.
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Dialer codes don't work? On which firmware?
iBowToAndroid said:
Dialer codes don't work? On which firmware?
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XAA U1, VZW U1, stock TMB U, and I've tried the TLI U1 above and couldn't get it to work. Using google dialer, I input the codes like *#*#27262826#*#* and as soon as I type the last star it just disappears and nothing pops up. I tried with T-Mobile and Verizon sim.
krisology said:
XAA U1, VZW U1, stock TMB U, and I've tried the TLI U1 above and couldn't get it to work. Using google dialer, I input the codes like *#*#27262826#*#* and as soon as I type the last star it just disappears and nothing pops up. I tried with T-Mobile and Verizon sim.
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Dialer codes usually don't work on VZW firmware, whether U or U1. But they almost always work on TMB and all others.
Have you tried *#06# ?

How To Guide F711U and F711U1 Firmware Links and Flashing Discussion Here

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For those who aren't already aware, F711U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the Z Flip3. The F711U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via the various firmware download tools posted here on XDA like SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I have access to an internal Samsung firmware download tool that usually gets new versions before they hit the public firmware download tools, so that's where my files come from.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=327752
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=327753
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- it's quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single flagship model, so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit the firmware download tools.
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T (and Cricket, if they get this model). I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in the firmware download tools if you're downloading yourself:
AIO = Cricket (not available via firmware download tools)
ATT = AT&T (not available via firmware download tools)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
DSH = Dish Network
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via firmware download tools, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
Flashed a physical T-Mobile F711U to a F711U1 XAA firmware using Odin(Can't stand the bright pink boot up animations).
Flash worked perfectly. But, when I tried to test doing an update from Google settings it failed every time with "Registration Failed". I flashed the device back to the T-Mobile F711U firmware and was able to update without issue.
Not sure if you ran into this issue, but it's worth noting you might not be able to update the phone if the carriers are checking the Firmware.
Edit: Also forgot to mention, had to use the patched Odin due to the Firmware Model mismatch. Phone does work properly though.
nwb_sam said:
Flashed a physical T-Mobile F711U to a F711U1 XAA firmware using Odin(Can't stand the bright pink boot up animations).
Flash worked perfectly. But, when I tried to test doing an update from Google settings it failed every time with "Registration Failed". I flashed the device back to the T-Mobile F711U firmware and was able to update without issue.
Not sure if you ran into this issue, but it's worth noting you might not be able to update the phone if the carriers are checking the Firmware.
Edit: Also forgot to mention, had to use the patched Odin due to the Firmware Model mismatch. Phone does work properly though.
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What do you mean by "doing an update from Google settings"?
What type of update? What "Google settings" exactly?
iBowToAndroid said:
What do you mean by "doing an update from Google settings"?
What type of update? What "Google settings" exactly?
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From "Settings" App > "Software Update" > "Download and Install" and pressing the "Download and Installing.
I get "Connecting to server" and then immediately "Registration Failed" I've attempted over Wi-Fi and with that option toggled off.
This could also be the phone is new and T-Mobile doesn't have the F711U1 XAA firmware at their carrier level, but the registration failed annoys me. On F711U (official T-Mobile firmware) I simply get a notification that the device is up to date.
nwb_sam said:
From "Settings" App > "Software Update" > "Download and Install" and pressing the "Download and Installing.
I get "Connecting to server" and then immediately "Registration Failed" I've attempted over Wi-Fi and with that option toggled off.
This could also be the phone is new and T-Mobile doesn't have the F711U1 XAA firmware at their carrier level, but the registration failed annoys me. On F711U (official T-Mobile firmware) I simply get a notification that the device is up to date.
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Which F711U1 version did you flash?
iBowToAndroid said:
Which F711U1 version did you flash?
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I flashed my phone using the F711U1OYM1AUG7 (F711U1 XAA) firmware from sammobile.
I flashed it back to the T-Mobile firmware, (F711UOYN1AUGB (F711U TMB) and the issue went away.
I did flash it again to the XAA to confirm the problem this evening. Never retained data during the process. Factory reset and removed my account information (Google and Samsung) before updating the firmware each time.
I've done this on a few phones in the past. If I'm making a blunder in the process causing this then I'm truly sorry for wasting anyone's time.
Edit: Typo
nwb_sam said:
I flashed my phone using the F711U1OYM1AUG7 (F711U1 XAA) firmware from sammobile.
I flashed it back to the T-Mobile firmware, (F711UOYN1AUGB (F711U TMB) and the issue went away.
I did flash it again to the XAA to confirm the problem this evening. Never retained data during the process. Factory reset and removed my account information (Google and Samsung) before updating the firmware each time.
I've done this on a few phones in the past. If I'm making a blunder in the process causing this then I'm truly sorry for wasting anyone's time.
Edit: Typo
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Well UG7 is the latest that's available. So yes, I would expect you to get an error.
Once an update is available, if the phone is still giving the same error, then you can worry about it
Hello, well from my understanding Xfinity is bootloader unlockable after 60days and fully played for. I am wondering if anyone is planning on making a thread for Xfinity specifically. Or want too work with me on One. Sorry too spam or thread. But if u are familiar with how rom building, and flashing was with any other recent samsung model/Xfinity/bootloader unlock. It would be highly appreciated too know your experience.
jokono421 said:
Hello, well from my understanding Xfinity is bootloader unlockable
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Incorrect. No US models of any Samsung device have been user-unlockable for years now, dating back to the S7
iBowToAndroid said:
Incorrect. No US models of any Samsung device have been user-unlockable for years now, dating back to the S7
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I think network unlock got mixed up with bootloader unlock. You can unlock the phones for use with another carrier after X days and completed payment.
twistedumbrella said:
I think network unlock got mixed up with bootloader unlock. You can unlock the phones for use with another carrier after X days and completed payment.
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Probably so
Can someone locate the thom browne fimware please?
blkghost22 said:
Can someone locate the thom browne fimware please?
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Well normally I would say that you can get it yourself from the various firmware download tools like SamFirm or Frija. But it looks like Samsung changed something over the weekend, as the current versions of the tools are failing to pull any firmware
So I can grab it for you
iBowToAndroid said:
Well normally I would say that you can get it yourself from the various firmware download tools like SamFirm or Frija. But it looks like Samsung changed something over the weekend, as the current versions of the tools are failing to pull any firmware
So I can grab it for you
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Thank you and always the best.
blkghost22 said:
Thank you and always the best.
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Added, UGC build
iBowToAndroid said:
Added, UGC build
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Guess its taking time to upload? Dont see the files just yet..
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Nvm i see the files now... again thank you so much
I know long time ago it didnt work but just wanted to throw it out there... if i flash the u1 or thom browne am i able to flash the att userdata to get the advance msging and video calls?
blkghost22 said:
I know long time ago it didnt work but just wanted to throw it out there... if i flash the u1 or thom browne am i able to flash the att userdata to get the advance msging and video calls?
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1. Thom Browne *is* U1 firmware
2. USERDATA belongs to U firmware, not U1. So I have absolutely no idea. You'll have to try it and see what happens
Have successfully flashed F711U1 to F711W. Everything working fine. Used Odin 3.14, CSC_OMC_OYV, and working on Telus with all available features working.
Please note that AFTER the flash, you will be prompted to reset the device to stock. Reason being is that it needs to install the appropriate CSC linked to the inserted SIM card.
Can anyone confirm if cross flashing different build firmwares that it will unlock the unlock bootloader option?
Currently on carrier firmware for TMobile and I'm wondering if this is possible or if the u1 firmware has the unlock bootloader option available

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