Does anyone know if there is a version that could be used on Bell in Canada? Isn't AT&T usualy cross compatible? Would an unlocked AT&T version be usable?
Titus_Andronicus said:
Does anyone know if there is a version that could be used on Bell in Canada? Isn't AT&T usualy cross compatible? Would an unlocked AT&T version be usable?
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I am currently using an unlocked S4 Active i537 from AT&T on the Bell network. Only problem I have is you can't use WiFi Tethering without rooting, disabling TetheringProvisioning.apk and running an App like FoxFi.
Either of my fellow Canadians able to OTA update for 4.4.2?
No I wasn't able to get the OTA. I kept getting "your software is up to date check back in 24 hours". So I downloaded the *.cfg file from the "Android 4.4 KitKat now available for S4 Active" thread and ADB sideloaded it.
Mind posting a link to where you found the instructions on how to sideload? Thanks
SkiRac3rDud3 said:
Mind posting a link to where you found the instructions on how to sideload? Thanks
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This is for a Nexus device but the procedure is pretty much the same. I entered Recovery mode by turning off the phone, pressing and holding "Volume Up, Home and Power" at the same time then as soon as you see the Samsung boot up logo release the buttons.
http://www.nexusauthority.com/2013/12/10/use-adb-sideload-method-manually-update-nexus-device/
where did you get the package for the s4 active OTA ?
Rivinence said:
I am currently using an unlocked S4 Active i537 from AT&T on the Bell network. Only problem I have is you can't use WiFi Tethering without rooting, disabling TetheringProvisioning.apk and running an App like FoxFi.
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Wow, that is prety significant problem. Hmm... I have seen unbranded i537 phones available for $400 USD. That is a little too pricy for me. Maybe that price will come down now that the S5 is out....
Titus_Andronicus said:
Wow, that is prety significant problem. Hmm... I have seen unbranded i537 phones available for $400 USD. That is a little too pricy for me. Maybe that price will come down now that the S5 is out....
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The reason I am looking at the Active is for the IP67 rating. However, it looks like I can get a subsidised S5 (also with IP67) for less than the S4 Active. I guess the Active also has better impact resistance though...
I recently purchased the GS5 active and was wondering will there be a new phone thread created specifically for this model or will the GS5 ATT thread work with the active as well. I know of some minor differences manly the fingerprint scanner and the extra shortcut button on the side. Will that affect me from putting roms on that are meant for the s5. Of course this is all theoretical as of now but if anyone could give me a little insight that would be very much appreciated.
I think they will make a new Phone thread for the Active. I hope we get root when the S5 gets root.
My Active (Camo) will be here tomorrow.
Coolest phone ever!!!
LuckyColdJohnson said:
I think they will make a new Phone thread for the Active. I hope we get root when the S5 gets root.
My Active (Camo) will be here tomorrow.
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Same It looks amazing I just wish they made the back metal. Such a bad move on ATT to lock the boot loader. Its seems futile at this point people are going to root and mod there phones at this point no matter what.
ATT S5 Active Rooted
levytheman91 said:
I recently purchased the GS5 active and was wondering will there be a new phone thread created specifically for this model or will the GS5 ATT thread work with the active as well. I know of some minor differences manly the fingerprint scanner and the extra shortcut button on the side. Will that affect me from putting roms on that are meant for the s5. Of course this is all theoretical as of now but if anyone could give me a little insight that would be very much appreciated.
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Hi. IF you have not rooted your S5 Active yet, I can confirm that Towelroot is able to root the device. My ATT S5 Active in Camo is rooted using Towelroot. However, I cannot confirm if the new custom ROMS that work on the S5 will work on the S5 Active. Still looking for for a custom ROM to bring back the Stock Car Mode and the Voice Controls.
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Hi. IF you have not rooted your S5 Active yet, I can confirm that Towelroot is able to root the device. My ATT S5 Active in Camo is rooted using Towelroot. However, I cannot confirm if the new custom ROMS that work on the S5 will work on the S5 Active. Still looking for for a custom ROM to bring back the Stock Car Mode and the Voice Controls.
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Ya thank you I wouldn't recommend to try them I recently tried flashing the download booster it soft broke my phone and there is now was to fix it at the moment except to send it back to samsung or waiting for the firmware to come out. Also the Gs5 active usies a dif. firmware "sm-g870a" which I learnt the hard way while trying to use the fix for the att version.
This is an example of why you don't buy the special versions of a phone if you plan on doing anything custom with it because usually the original gets the most attention. No need for all the other versions, anyway. Just buy a case and a good screen protector and you have an active. Pointless versions.
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Ya thank you I wouldn't recommend to try them I recently tried flashing the download booster it soft broke my phone and there is now was to fix it at the moment except to send it back to samsung or waiting for the firmware to come out. Also the Gs5 active usies a dif. firmware "sm-g870a" which I learnt the hard way while trying to use the fix for the att version.
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This is why you read through ALL the threads in the AT&T S5 section before trying to flash **** LOL. If he had read he would know we can't flash things on S5's yet. Way to go! You must be trying to get yourself a nice paperweight man.
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Happy new member of the S5 Active club.
Have owned/used most all of the last two years of flagship phones and I really like how this one sits in my hand. If only HTC would figure out that their camera still sucks I'd likely have the M8.
Will see how it holds up but I do feel it's a better combination than phone and case in terms of feel. I'm sure the corners will get beaten up and it'll show other wear a case would usually protect but going to give it a go with this one. The chrome wore off my S4 even with a case so who knows what this will bring.
BTW, YAY REDish (I'm a guy, we only see like 8 colors)
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This is why you read through ALL the threads in the AT&T S5 section before trying to flash **** LOL. If he had read he would know we can't flash things on S5's yet. Way to go! You must be trying to get yourself a nice paperweight man.
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Hey no need for that we all make mistakes once in a while I was excited and I wasn't thinking. Also I didn't flash a rom I meant to say I used the gs5 toolkit to get rid of bloatware...
Dont worry about that dude, at least you learned, and thats what XDA is all about But as excited as you (we all) get, you have to READ READ READ like theres no tomorrow! because as that guy stated, you dont want to end up with a $650 paper weight, no phone and still pay att for their "service" lol and be patient, enjoy the stock phone for now, because once the gates open up when the firmware is released, you're going to have all kinds of fun!
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Hey no need for that we all make mistakes once in a while I was excited and I wasn't thinking. Also I didn't flash a rom I meant to say I used the gs5 toolkit to get rid of bloatware...
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Dont worry about that dude, at least you learned, and thats what XDA is all about But as excited as you (we all) get, you have to READ READ READ like theres no tomorrow! because as that guy stated, you dont want to end up with a $650 paper weight, no phone and still pay att for their "service" lol and be patient, enjoy the stock phone for now, because once the gates open up when the firmware is released, you're going to have all kinds of fun!
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I have used the Tool Kit, (worked perfectly) I have rooted, Installed SS, phone is sick now and running great. I also flashed a T-Mobile ROM, an International ROM, both work and is fine. The Active can do all of those things with only losing your extra button function. I am now back to my Stock rooted firmware but its all good. I will be waiting on a Active Forum and DEV work there. So far, everything is okay flashing regular s 5 stuff.
You flashed a T-Mobile rom?
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I have used the Tool Kit, (worked perfectly) I have rooted, Installed SS, phone is sick now and running great. I also flashed a T-Mobile ROM, an International ROM, both work and is fine. The Active can do all of those things with only losing your extra button function. I am now back to my Stock rooted firmware but its all good. I will be waiting on a Active Forum and DEV work there. So far, everything is okay flashing regular s 5 stuff.
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I read and saw that you said that you flashed a T-Mobile rom... Did Wi-Fi calling work? I'm using my s5 active unlocked on T-Mobile now and until there's a way to unlock the aws bands like they did on the S4 active(hopefully they will) I'll be stuck with edge until the network refarm is complete. I'm definitely interested in seeing how you did that.
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I read and saw that you said that you flashed a T-Mobile rom... Did Wi-Fi calling work? I'm using my s5 active unlocked on T-Mobile now and until there's a way to unlock the aws bands like they did on the S4 active(hopefully they will) I'll be stuck with edge until the network refarm is complete. I'm definitely interested in seeing how you did that.
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Sorry, the WiFi Calling did not work. I think only T-Mobile sims for that. We have our own ROM for the active now so I have stopped flashing different ROMs.
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Sorry, the WiFi Calling did not work. I think only T-Mobile sims for that. We have our own ROM for the active now so I have stopped flashing different ROMs.
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hows that Rom working out for you? and issues?
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hows that Rom working out for you? and issues?
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Awesome. It's the best.
Hello there, so I recently got my hands on a Galaxy S4 Active. The phone was from locked and from the US while I live in Pakistan so I had to get it unlocked. The unlocking went fine (according to the guy who unlocked it at least) but after being unlocked it isn't picking up any signals/reception for any network I try.
I'd be really grateful if anyone could provide me a fix for this as I paid quite a bit to get my hands on the phone and even more on top to get it unlocked.
If there's any more information I can provide just let me know but please be detailed as I'm a n00b
Thanks !
Anyone ?
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Anyone ?
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Did you put the correct APN settings in for your carrier?
I have my AT&T Samsung GALAXY S6 and I want to use my hotspot but since I have their unlimited plan (eligible because I have u-verse as well) they've blocked me from using it. I know there's bypasses but I can't find an up to date and accurate bypass. Doeso anyone know of a bypass to make my phone a hotspot without root or voiding my warranty? If anyone also knows about rooting AT&T S5, let me know. Thanks. My kik is infinitecruiser
This may help you with GS5 root http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3149146
I updated my S8+ to an Iphone xs maxx but keeping the S8+ as a backup. I never updated to android 8.0 and was wondering if theres a way to update the phone even though its not activated with verizon anymore? Thanks in advance!
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I updated my S8+ to an Iphone xs maxx but keeping the S8+ as a backup. I never updated to android 8.0 and was wondering if theres a way to update the phone even though its not activated with verizon anymore? Thanks in advance!
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I would also like to know this. I'm currently using the Verizon variant of the S8+ on AT&T and i'm stuck on Android 7.0
topaz330 said:
I updated my S8+ to an Iphone xs maxx but keeping the S8+ as a backup. I never updated to android 8.0 and was wondering if theres a way to update the phone even though its not activated with verizon anymore? Thanks in advance!
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I figured it out. I was able to update my Verizon Galaxy S8+ while using it on AT&T. There's a guide in these forums on how to do it. If you can't find it, or have trouble figuring it out, feel free to message me, i'll upload the files to Google Drive for you and walk you through it