[Q] [HELP] AT&T Galaxy Note 3 SM-900A SIM-unlock - AT&T Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Is there any way to SIM-unlock (not Region Unlock) a Galaxy Note 3? I have a Note3 with AT&T running MJ5 baseband, is there any way to SIM-unlock it? I've tried Chainfire's regionunlock but sadly it does not work.
I know there was a way for MK2 (Galaxy S4) where you could downgrade your Baseband using Safestrap and then use Regionunlock and it would get rid of your SIM-lock too (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457). Is there a similar method for the Note3?
Any help is much appreciated!
Model: SAMSUNG-SM-N900A
Baseband: N900AUCUBMJ5
Kernel:
3.4.0-1625098
[email protected]#1
Thu Oct 17 18:19:07 KST 2013
Build number: JSS15J.N900AUCUBMJ5

malikhassaan said:
Is there any way to SIM-unlock (not Region Unlock) a Galaxy Note 3? I have a Note3 with AT&T running MJ5 baseband, is there any way to SIM-unlock it? I've tried Chainfire's regionunlock but sadly it does not work.
I know there was a way for MK2 (Galaxy S4) where you could downgrade your Baseband using Safestrap and then use Regionunlock and it would get rid of your SIM-lock too (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457). Is there a similar method for the Note3?
Any help is much appreciated!
Model: SAMSUNG-SM-N900A
Baseband: N900AUCUBMJ5
Kernel:
3.4.0-1625098
[email protected]#1
Thu Oct 17 18:19:07 KST 2013
Build number: JSS15J.N900AUCUBMJ5
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The region unlock trick use to work with the original software release ending in MI9. The MJ5 update removed the trick so now you must use an actual sim unlock code. Sim unlock codes can be obtained for free from AT&T customer service IF you are the original owner and say you're going overseas for some time. If you are not the original owner and are on the MJ5 build, you MUST buy a sim unlock code.

Safestrap 3.7.1
Why safestrap not working my mobile SM-N900A. I use rom ROM Knoxraid kitkat V3. Help me !!!!

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440bro said:
The region unlock trick use to work with the original software release ending in MI9. The MJ5 update removed the trick so now you must use an actual sim unlock code. Sim unlock codes can be obtained for free from AT&T customer service IF you are the original owner and say you're going overseas for some time. If you are not the original owner and are on the MJ5 build, you MUST buy a sim unlock code.
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if there a website that you know is legit?

techotron said:
if there a website that you know is legit?
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I'd recommend www.cobaltunlock.com, they have multiple speeds and cover a majority of phones

baotran2009 said:
Why safestrap not working my mobile SM-N900A. I use rom ROM Knoxraid kitkat V3. Help me !!!!
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Well for one, safestrap doesn't work on KitKat. 2, you need to post somewhere relevant to what you want instead of this thread.

Agent, that was posted almost a month ago. I was going to tell him the same thing, but looked at the time stamp and decude against it.
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Related

need help to update my T-Mobile G1 Android!!!

I have ben trying to update my T-Mobile G1 since one month ago...and nothing...i always failed...information about my G1:Firmware version 1.1; Baseband version 62.33.20.08U_1.22.12.29; Kernel version 2.6.25-01843-gfea26b0 [email protected] #6; Build number 123099...From T-Mobile Austria.
Please help me!!!
You seem to have the latest version for Austria/Germany.
And there are no chance how to upgrade to RC33? Or how to unlock sim?
Silent1990 said:
And there are no chance how to upgrade to RC33? Or how to unlock sim?
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Read here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
You get sim unlock by calling your cell provider or paying for an unlock code.
That feature is not covered anywhere on here for free.
Silent1990 said:
I have ben trying to update my T-Mobile G1 since one month ago...and nothing...i always failed...information about my G1:Firmware version 1.1; Baseband version 62.33.20.08U_1.22.12.29; Kernel version 2.6.25-01843-gfea26b0 [email protected] #6; Build number 123099...From T-Mobile Austria.
Please help me!!!
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There is no way right now to downgrade your G1 and/or to gain root access.
Don't bother, there is no solution yet, the G1 T-Mobile Austria/Germany firmware is just too new and doesn't offer the possibilities of the older UK/USA versions, sorry.
To make it short: save your time trying, it ain't gonna work.

How do I know my Note 4 is a T-Mobile phone?

I bought a Galaxy Note 4 and the seller said it is a t-mobile phone.
He said it is unlocked and I am using this phone with AT&T.
However, I am having doubts that this is actually a t-mobile phone:
1. When I startup phone, there is no T-Mobile logo screen.
2. There are no T-Mobile apps preinstalled on the phone, except for Mobile Hotspot app.
3. I do not see Wi-Fi Calling feature in the settings list.
I am confused because of this info:
Model Number: SM-910T
Baseband Version: N910TUVU1ANIH
Build Number: N910T-RAC-CONVERSA-ITEP.2014.10.10.1645
Based on the above information, can anyone help me determine which carrier this phone belongs to? Thanks.
Also I used an app to check if the phone was rooted. It says NOT ROOTED.
starrscream22 said:
Also I used an app to check if the phone was rooted. It says NOT ROOTED.
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Model Number: SM-910T
T stands for T-Mobile
A = AT&T
S = Sprint
V = Verizon
Yours is T-Mobile... No doubt.
TEKHD said:
Model Number: SM-910T
T stands for T-Mobile
A = AT&T
S = Sprint
V = Verizon
Yours is T-Mobile... No doubt.
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I do understand that part. How come there is no t-mobile logo screen on startup, no pre-installed t-mobile apps, and no wi-fi calling feature in the settings list? that confused me.
starrscream22 said:
I do understand that part. How come there is no t-mobile logo screen on startup, no pre-installed t-mobile apps, and no wi-fi calling feature in the settings list? that confused me.
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Settings -> More Networks... no Wifi Calling?
Boot Animation can easily be removed/changed... then unrooted...
N910TUVU1ANIH is the original rom...
then comes N910TUVU1ANJ7...
and finally the newest N910TUVU1ANK4...
TEKHD said:
Settings -> More Networks... no Wifi Calling?
Boot Animation can easily be removed/changed... then unrooted...
N910TUVU1ANIH is the original rom... after that... 2 more roms...
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Only 3 options in More Networks:
1. Default Messaging App
2. Mobile Networks
3. VPN
Could it possibly be hidden or something because I am using AT&T service or would it show up no matter what service is being used?
starrscream22 said:
Only 3 options in More Networks:
1. Default Messaging App
2. Mobile Networks
3. VPN
Could it possibly be hidden or something because I am using AT&T service or would it show up no matter what service is being used?
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It should be there no matter the sim... but hey... don't worry... flash stock ROM, and I bet it will appear... (really don't know why is not there... that's strange)
Get the latest -> N910TUVU1ANK4
TEKHD said:
It should be there no matter the sim... but hey... don't worry... flash stock ROM, and I bet it will appear... (really don't know why is not there... that's strange)
Get the latest -> N910TUVU1ANK4
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my phone is unrooted, so does it have to be rooted to flash stock rom? and how would i do that exactly?
i am sorry, i don't know much about these topics.
starrscream22 said:
my phone is unrooted, so does it have to be rooted to flash stock rom? and how would i do that exactly?
i am sorry, i don't know much about these topics.
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No, you don't need root in order to flash stock rom...
If you want root and everything, someone did this awesome guide here: (who ever did that guide is awesome!)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...sy-steps-stock-odin-n910tuvu1anih-cf-t2903733
If you just want to flash stock rom and nothing else...
Just download the latest rom:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/8fn4xr6hu1mctwo/N910TUVU1ANK4_N910TTMB1ANK4_TMB.zip
and flash it using Odin (use the root guide above as reference on how to use Odin)
TEKHD said:
No, you don't need root in order to flash stock rom...
If you want root and everything, someone did this awesome guide here: (who ever did that guide is awesome!)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...sy-steps-stock-odin-n910tuvu1anih-cf-t2903733
If you just want to flash stock rom and nothing else...
Just download the latest rom:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/8fn4xr6hu1mctwo/N910TUVU1ANK4_N910TTMB1ANK4_TMB.zip
and flash it using Odin (use the root guide above as reference on how to use Odin)
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Haha you are definitely an expert!
I will try and this and see if wifi calling comes back, thanks
Ok, So T-Mobile logo is back. Wi-Fi calling is back. Thanks alot!
Now, If i want go to back to the Stock International Note 4 Bootanimation, then I just downloadable the flashable zip, and follow the same instructions I used to flash stock rom?
starrscream22 said:
I bought a Galaxy Note 4 and the seller said it is a t-mobile phone.
He said it is unlocked and I am using this phone with AT&T.
However, I am having doubts that this is actually a t-mobile phone:
1. When I startup phone, there is no T-Mobile logo screen.
2. There are no T-Mobile apps preinstalled on the phone, except for Mobile Hotspot app.
3. I do not see Wi-Fi Calling feature in the settings list.
I am confused because of this info:
Model Number: SM-910T
Baseband Version: N910TUVU1ANIH
Build Number: N910T-RAC-CONVERSA-ITEP.2014.10.10.1645
Based on the above information, can anyone help me determine which carrier this phone belongs to? Thanks.
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According to your Build Number your phone is a Tmobile phone with a Rent A Center Rom.
Sent from my SM-N910T using Tapatalk
parusia said:
According to your Build Number your phone is a Tmobile phone with a Rent A Center Rom.
Sent from my SM-N910T using Tapatalk
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Rent A Center Rom.
what does that mean?
i flashed the latest stock rom and build number changed to KTU84P.N910T_4.4.4_A019
starrscream22 said:
Rent A Center Rom.
what does that mean?
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That means that whoever brought that phone brought that one from a Rent A Center store. Hopefully they paid the phone in full.
Sent from my SM-N910T using Tapatalk
parusia said:
That means that whoever brought that phone brought that one from a Rent A Center store. Hopefully they paid the phone in full.
Sent from my SM-N910T using Tapatalk
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i did check the IMEI on swappa and he said phone is clean. i hope so too.
starrscream22 said:
i did check the IMEI on swappa and he said phone is clean. i hope so too.
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Just cause someone said it paid don't mean a thing. Did you call TMOBILE and tell em you need imei check.
BAD ASS NOTE 4
I have this same phone. Got it brand new from rent a center. My theory is rac gets different model number phones then flashes a conversion rom to unlock the phone and remove carrier bloatware ect. It uses Net10 service which in my area runs off ATT towers. The carrier name on my status bar is ATT. The device status also says custom not official. My question is. ..what root method and which roms are compatible with this phone and will I still have service after I flash a rom?
Why is his missing the "N" in front of 910T ?
Mine has the N
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SM-N920F Stock ROMs

Greetings all,
Hope you are doing well. I have bought a Galaxy Note 5 with the model SM-N920F. Unfortunately, the phone keeps rebooting from time to time. Searching through internet, all people were suggesting to reflash the ROM.
The problem is, where to get an original ROM for SM-N920F.
Thank you for your support,
WindGhost said:
Greetings all,
Hope you are doing well. I have bought a Galaxy Note 5 with the model SM-N920F. Unfortunately, the phone keeps rebooting from time to time. Searching through internet, all people were suggesting to reflash the ROM.
The problem is, where to get an original ROM for SM-N920F.
Thank you for your support,
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Google Sammobile and use the search to find the firmware for your device.
RazorMC said:
Google Sammobile and use the search to find the firmware for your device.
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For that particular model I didn't find (SM-N920F)
P.S: Checking my IMEI number, it gave me that the model is SM-N920T, how to understand that?
WindGhost said:
For that particular model I didn't find (SM-N920F)
P.S: Checking my IMEI number, it gave me that the model is SM-N920T, how to understand that?
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Go to download mode and check which version it is.
F is Europe and T is T-mobile, both have different bases.
RazorMC said:
Go to download mode and check which version it is.
F is Europe and T is T-mobile, both have different bases.
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Now this is very funny:
Code:
PRODUCT NAME: SM-N920P
CURRENT BINARY: CUSTOM
SYSTEM STATUS: CUSTOM
FAP LOCK: OFF
According to IMEI it is T-Mobile, now from download mode it shows the P version which is Spint.
Does that mean I can flash any ROM from the following: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-N920P/SPR/
WindGhost said:
Now this is very funny:
Code:
PRODUCT NAME: SM-N920P
CURRENT BINARY: CUSTOM
SYSTEM STATUS: CUSTOM
FAP LOCK: OFF
According to IMEI it is T-Mobile, now from download mode it shows the P version which is Spint.
Does that mean I can flash any ROM from the following: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-N920P/SPR/
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Before flashing, kindly check Swappa for the device variant.
The device could be blacklisted by either of the carriers and you'd get stuck with the wrong firmware.
If you still want to go ahead, then try flashing the stock 920P firmware but there is a chance that the device might get bricked due to incorrect firmware since your device has 3 different models.
Check with carriers first to verify the device and its exact model.
RazorMC said:
Before flashing, kindly check Swappa for the device variant.
The device could be blacklisted by either of the carriers and you'd get stuck with the wrong firmware.
If you still want to go ahead, then try flashing the stock 920P firmware but there is a chance that the device might get bricked due to incorrect firmware since your device has 3 different models.
Check with carriers first to verify the device and its exact model.
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I didn't find any match for the device on Swappa.
Anyway, to make everything clear, from about the device menu:
Code:
Software version: N920FXXU1AOGD
Model number: SM-N920F
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920FXXU1AOGD
Kernel version: 3.10.61-Noble-Kerenel-v1.0
[email protected] #1
Thu Aug 27 08:46:39 ICT 2015
Build number: LMY47X.N920FXXU1AOGD
From the download menu as I mentioned before:
Code:
PRODUCT NAME: SM-N920P
CURRENT BINARY: CUSTOM
SYSTEM STATUS: CUSTOM
FAP LOCK: OFF
Using IMEI showing that the device is not blacklisted or stolen.
Regards,
WindGhost said:
I didn't find any match for the device on Swappa.
Anyway, to make everything clear, from about the device menu:
Code:
Software version: N920FXXU1AOGD
Model number: SM-N920F
Android version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: N920FXXU1AOGD
Kernel version: 3.10.61-Noble-Kerenel-v1.0
[email protected] #1
Thu Aug 27 08:46:39 ICT 2015
Build number: LMY47X.N920FXXU1AOGD
From the download menu as I mentioned before:
Code:
PRODUCT NAME: SM-N920P
CURRENT BINARY: CUSTOM
SYSTEM STATUS: CUSTOM
FAP LOCK: OFF
Using IMEI showing that the device is not blacklisted or stolen.
Regards,
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Then the stock 920P firmware is a better option for Odin since this relates to the model mentioned in download mode.
The one mentioned in settings could have been modified.
RazorMC said:
Then the stock 920P firmware is a better option for Odin since this relates to the model mentioned in download mode.
The one mentioned in settings could have been modified.
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So, I had flashed the SM-N920P ROM. It is working very well with me.
The only issue is I am not able to use LTE.
Maybe, I can try to flash SM-N920C?!
WindGhost said:
So, I had flashed the SM-N920P ROM. It is working very well with me.
The only issue is I am not able to use LTE.
Maybe, I can try to flash SM-N920C?!
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did u try sm-n920p in sm-n920f ... is it working fine with u ? can u plz share screen shots of ur note 5 ?
Note 5 F
WindGhost said:
So, I had flashed the SM-N920P ROM. It is working very well with me.
The only issue is I am not able to use LTE.
Maybe, I can try to flash SM-N920C?!
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Hello WindGhost did you solve this problem ? I have also a NOTE 5 F , still with 5.01 , and no official 6.0.1 around
But for me already the LTE isn't working perfect , i have 2 note 5 the other is a 9208 with have 6.0.1 and there the LTE ( or 4G ) is twice as fast as this F version ...
Also in android stated a F version and in BOOTLOADER a N920P.
Pls advice greetings.
If what you have is a N920P then you don't have LTE. N920P has HSPDA+ only.
I've got white N920F with bootloader N920PVPS3BPJ2. It seems it is really an unlocked sprint N920P. Cause despite having 4G icon in statusbar I see only HSPA in mobile network status. Thanks for pointing out this difference, now I'm more concerned about this.
Hello please can anyone help me update my note 5 sm-n920f to nougat
Ebenezerbaffoe said:
Hello please can anyone help me update my note 5 sm-n920f to nougat
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Have you got solution?
where to get an original ROM for SM-N920F ?
Hello,
I have smn920f, but i think the original version is smn920K. Can i update via odin with smn920k firmware?? Will my phone get error after update? Please help
Thank you
Note 5 sm-n920f => Android 7 firmware ?
Hi all,
I have note 5 sm-n920f (sm-n920p unlocked version), having firmware Android 6 .0.1/MMB29K/N920PVPS3BQB1 which working perfectly daily. How can I ugprade to latest NOTE 5 android 7 stock rom maybe sm-n920c (possible) anyone tried ?
Using Odin, download from sammobile.com latest firmware note5 stock ROM android 7 of sm-n920c etc
many thanks, looking forward for anyone reply.
James
couldnt find firmwire for sm n920f instead i downloaded sm920k,pls will it work......pls i need help
efoyaw said:
couldnt find firmwire for sm n920f instead i downloaded sm920k,pls will it work......pls i need help
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there is no N920F. Note5 was not released in Europe..... these are the variants a, c, g, i, k, l, p, s, t, v, r4 and 9208.
a, p, r4, t and v is for U.S. carriers.
k,l and s for Korea
c (middle east), g (latin america and india), i (australia and pacific) and 9208 (dual sim) for international

ATT G920A Full Stock Firmware G920AATT6EQK3 (December 1, 2017)

The details
Release date: December 21, 2017
Android version: 7.0.1
Security patch level (SPL): December 1, 2017
Baseband version: G920AUCU6EQK3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-12599862
Build number: NRD90M.G920AUCU6EQK3
Build fingerprint: 7.0/NRD90M/G920AUCU6EQK3
The updates
What's new: Support for new Mobile Hotspot APN
What's changing: Network performance improvements and Android device security updates, including BlueBorne fix (on SPLs Sept. 1 or later)
DOWNLOAD
PLS DONATE​
TwO-x said:
The details
Release date: December 21, 2017
Android version: 7.0.1
Security patch level (SPL): December 1, 2017
Baseband version: G920AUCU6EQK3
Kernel version: 3.10.61-12599862
Build number: NRD90M.G920AUCU6EQK3
Build fingerprint: 7.0/NRD90M/G920AUCU6EQK3
The updates
What's new: Support for new Mobile Hotspot APN
What's changing: Network performance improvements and Android device security updates, including BlueBorne fix (on SPLs Sept. 1 or later)
DOWNLOAD
PLS DONATE​
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Will this work on my 64GB variant and can I use Odin to directly upgrade from Marshmallow PD5?
can I use this to update from OJ9 Lollipop 5.1.1 ??
yes
JoshwaDroid said:
can I use this to update from OJ9 Lollipop 5.1.1 ??
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yes you can flash this update with odin
TwO-x said:
yes you can flash this update with odin
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Thanks!!
6EQK3
Murtazahaider1139 said:
Will this work on my 64GB variant and can I use Odin to directly upgrade from Marshmallow PD5?
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I currently have this version, but my bootloader is locked and I am having problems unlocking it, have you had any luck or rooted the phone running this version firmware?
Garfish11 said:
I currently have this version, but my bootloader is locked and I am having problems unlocking it, have you had any luck or rooted the phone running this version firmware?
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Mine is as well. I will try to find a way to unlock the bootloader but so far using stock.
Murtazahaider1139 said:
Mine is as well. I will try to find a way to unlock the bootloader but so far using stock.
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There has never been a way to unlock the bootloader on the AT&T variant. Root hasn't been available since Lollipop. Not aware of anyone still working on it, so don't hold you breath...
dandrumheller said:
There has never been a way to unlock the bootloader on the AT&T variant. Root hasn't been available since Lollipop. Not aware of anyone still working on it, so don't hold you breath...
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I know. A real bummer. I was really looking forward to get the most out of this phone but AT&T have really made sure that you can't do anything.
Well you know I got can hope and dream for root on a AT&T, maybe one day soon, maybe not.
I can update this firmware if my baseband is the G920AUCS4CPG1? My model is S6 SM920A 64gb AT&T.
Is there a problem with the bootloader blocked or unlocked? is that I do not know how it is on my device
i really need this firmware and the link is down can someone help me to get another link

Root S8

I've tried many things from cf auto root odin file and
the method on here and nothing seems to work. anybody have a concrete way to root a Verizon SM-G950U ?
JETROD_ said:
I've tried many things from cf auto root odin file and
the method on here and nothing seems to work. anybody have a concrete way to root a Verizon SM-G950U ?
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Cf auto root only works on unlocked boot loader devices. There is a guide in the main site threads for installing safestrap then rooted system images
Do you mean xda?, or cf, site
JETROD_ said:
Do you mean xda?, or cf, site
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Ahh sorry mate missed your post. The cqrrier specific threads here on s8 and up are pretty much dead. Yeah the safestrap and junk is all here on xda. Cf technicly is made for us yes. But because we have a locked bl it wont work. But if we where say to unlock it tomorrow yes cf auto would work perfectly in therory..if you search xda and s8 no verizon youll be taken. Screw it here https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8
The s8 is not like past devices. All U.S. models are identicle so any 950u thread can or will apply to you as well. Xda has a wonderful search bar at the top of each page and it actually works really good once you get to know it.
I'm coming late to the party so to speak.
I finally got a S8 (Verizon) but have yet to move over to it.
My current phone is an S7 (Verizon) and via this website I was able to use a "non-customized" firmware ROM files along with odin3.12 to flash my S7. I did that so that I could use the "moblie hotspot" feature and give wifi to my laptop as I have unlimited data on my phone.
My S7 is "stuck" on Android 7, July 1, 2017 security patch, G930UUES4QG1 which I have been fine with not getting any verizon updates so long as I can use the "moblie hotspot".
Are you saying that with the S8 it is **NOT** possible to do what I did with the S7?
Here is the info on my S8
Model: SM-G950U
Carrier: Verizon
Android Version: 8.0.0
Baseband: G950USQS5CSB1
Kernel: 4.4.78
Build: R16NW.G950USQS5CSB1
Android Security Patch: FEB 01, 2019
Bro if u found then tell me.

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