I purchased an unlocked S6 fit my father in law to use on Straight Talk. It's got 5.1.1 on it currently. What's my best course of action to get Marshmallow? Try to get the official AT&T carrier update? Or root and flash something else? I don't have experience with MNVOs. Thanks in advance.
cccheel said:
I purchased an unlocked S6 fit my father in law to use on Straight Talk. It's got 5.1.1 on it currently. What's my best course of action to get Marshmallow? Try to get the official AT&T carrier update? Or root and flash something else? I don't have experience with MNVOs. Thanks in advance.
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You'll have to check some of these threads to see if 5.1.1 can be rooted. I forgot when it got locked to the point we can no longer root.
I am on Straight Talk and added FOTA to the list in the APN type setting and get my OTA updates. The most recent was a kernel dated Nov 2.
RoryB said:
You'll have to check some of these threads to see if 5.1.1 can be rooted. I forgot when it got locked to the point we can no longer root.
I am on Straight Talk and added FOTA to the list in the APN type setting and get my OTA updates. The most recent was a security patch dated Nov 2.
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Thanks. So are you running MM on your device?
cccheel said:
Thanks. So are you running MM on your device?
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Yes and Straight Talk
Android Version 6.0.1
Nov 1 security patch which I got as OTA
G920AUCS5DPK1 baseband
MMB29K.G920AUCS5DPK1 build number
BTW the Kernel version was Nov 2
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Not sure if I'm actually supposed to update to 5.1.1 given I'm bootloader unlocked and i'm pretty sure OTA's don't work with unlocked bootloader, any advice?
It'll update just fine with a unlocked boot loader. If you are rooted tit won't take.
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But surely the UK doesn't have a 5.1.1 ROM given they're for the US Only?
wright_ac said:
But surely the UK doesn't have a 5.1.1 ROM given they're for the US Only?
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At some point, they were bound to start pushing a more "general" update. Could be that you're getting it.
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But surely the UK doesn't have a 5.1.1 ROM given they're for the US Only?
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I got the 5.1.1 OTA in the UK last week and it works fine. It's LMY47Z, same as the factory image that says Sprint, USC only
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But surely the UK doesn't have a 5.1.1 ROM given they're for the US Only?
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They're not US only. Its just they're the only US carriers that can use that particular update...its the generic update. Other US carriers (namely TMO and Verizon) have their own specific updates. That's why the generic update can only be used by the other US carriers.
Received an update notification for my n6 in Canada. Being rooted and running a noon encrypted kernel had to skip the OTA. Fastboot the sprint/USC factory image last week and haven't had an issue.
mymusicathome said:
Received an update notification for my n6 in Canada. Being rooted and running a noon encrypted kernel had to skip the OTA. Fastboot the sprint/USC factory image last week and haven't had an issue.
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All nexus 6 ROMs will work on all nexus 6 without issue. Just Verizon and TMO users will lose features, hence that Z build saying USC / Sprint only. Actually its not USC / sprint only. Its USC / Sprint only in the US, and everyone everywhere else in the world
Hello forum,
I am one of the unfortunates that didn't root my phone prior to downloading the Lollipop 5.1.1 update. So I found out no root due to bootloader lock down. I have three questions:
1. When will the marshmallow update hit for AT&T S5 (900A);
2. After upgrading to marshmallow will I be able to root again; and
3. If yes, which root method will work on my new marshmallow S5?
I truly appreciate all the help! Thank you!
i saw on a leaked slide a while ago its been readyto be released since feb or march but prob wont be till may
Probably around summer would be a guess. As for root, it's highly unlikely for marshmallow
four loko said:
i saw on a leaked slide a while ago its been readyto be released since feb or march but prob wont be till may
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Thank you!
johnkirchner said:
Probably around summer would be a guess. As for root, it's highly unlikely for marshmallow
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Thank you John.
With AT&T branded phones do not expect being able to root, or unlock your bootloader.... You would probably discover the lost city of Atlantis before that ever happens.
I doubt any existing root method will work with 6.0, you'll have to wait for a new exploit to be found and released to the public. See this post in another thread:
muniz_ri said:
Unfortunately 6.0 requires the 6.0 bootloader in order to run. I believe Samsung has now completely achieved preventing root on locked bootloader devices with the release of 6.0.
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It's 49MB, Nov. 1 security update, Nov. 5 kernel build.
Thanks for the heads up, Gary. Keep em coming.
Is there a firmware install? Don't really want to install Sept FW then Ota
I hope it fixes the bugs from the last update. I had to hard reset yesterday thanks to that mess.
Installed. Not seeing anything added or removed, just the change in kernel and security patch date.
No info found
THERE IS NOTHING ON THE ATT WEBSITE ABOUT THIS ONE YET
That last hot mess OTA that dropped a few days ago made my phone laggy as hell hope this new update fixes that
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Same here. Just went to the TMOBILE firmware. First day in it today. Less bloat and better reception.
MICHAEL.WEISS said:
THERE IS NOTHING ON THE ATT WEBSITE ABOUT THIS ONE YET
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Right here mate https://www.att.com/devicehowto/tutorial.html#!/stepbystep/id/stepbystep_KM1135854?make=Samsung&mode
Running On Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge G935A Wicked Venom
I am still on the PF2 (June security) and my phone shows that there are no updates available. How do I receive updates? Stock g935A on Cricket.
dpetchy0817 said:
I am still on the PF2 (June security) and my phone shows that there are no updates available. How do I receive updates? Stock g935A on Cricket.
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Have you contacted Cricket support?
Gary02468 said:
Have you contacted Cricket support?
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Yes, they said it is an ATT problem and to contact them. I am waiting to hear back from ATT but I am not hopeful as I have never been a customer of them before.
dpetchy0817 said:
Yes, they said it is an ATT problem and to contact them. I am waiting to hear back from ATT but I am not hopeful as I have never been a customer of them before.
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If not go to best buy, they should be able to update it for you, if there's no other way.
Running On Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge G935A Wicked Venom
I'm on cricket also. Only way your gonna get at&t ota is if you use a SIM card from at&t. Didn't have to be active just on there network.
Hello again, someone who can upload this update please, looking at Google the last firmware (PJ4) i only find it in pay forums, a Chinese page and another that looks German, when I look for a new update only tells me that I have the current (PI2), I am from different country, so, to me updating via OTA is not possible, If someone could upload it would be much appreciated. :laugh:
Tnks
Wow. It took over a month for the October Security patch and mere 10 days later for the November patch. Almost makes you wonder why they even bothered with the October patch.
about to go back to the ATT firmware later on today. Question: Since there is no Zip for the November update. If I do OTA from the September patch should I do a factory reset after November update. Ive always been wondering that.
After going back to 935a Sept patch. Try to update a of course. "Current software is up to date" ****ing hate AT&T! ???*
No PK4 zip yet. ????
I know this is just packaged as an Android Security update, but I'm having crazy good battery life since the update. Maybe just coincidence, but I'll take it.
marcusva79 said:
about to go back to the ATT firmware later on today. Question: Since there is no Zip for the November update. If I do OTA from the September patch should I do a factory reset after November update. Ive always been wondering that.
After going back to 935a Sept patch. Try to update a of course. "Current software is up to date" ****ing hate AT&T! ???*
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Question for you. Are you running t-mobile U firmware? If so do you prefer it over AT&T?
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Hey Guys,
I tried searching unsuccessfully for some answers on flashing stock unlocked firmware. I want to debloat and receive updates straight from Samsung and not AT&T. Do you guys now of any guides floating around? Or which firmware to flash (SM-N950u1) <-- Unlocked firmware?? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I used this guide to flash my AT&T Note8 to Stock Unlocked Firmware https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/how-to/guide-sm-n950u-u1-t3685884
Pretty straight forward and afterwards no AT&T bloat. I even get better battery life.
GallardosEggrollShop said:
I used this guide to flash my AT&T Note8 to Stock Unlocked Firmware https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/how-to/guide-sm-n950u-u1-t3685884
Pretty straight forward and afterwards no AT&T bloat. I even get better battery life.
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What security patch are you on? Do you get OTA updates or do you have to manually update? Do you get LTE and LTE-A signals?
ShrekOpher said:
What security patch are you on? Do you get OTA updates or do you have to manually update? Do you get LTE and LTE-A signals?
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I'm on the August security patch only because I'm still debating on if I want to root or not as the newest security patch kills the possibility of root. As for OTA updates, there was one released a month or so back and I was able to update to it with no problems. As for LTE and LTE-A which I assume is LTE+? I get both with the same if not better speeds and signal strength.
GallardosEggrollShop said:
I'm on the August security patch only because I'm still debating on if I want to root or not as the newest security patch kills the possibility of root. As for OTA updates, there was one released a month or so back and I was able to update to it with no problems. As for LTE and LTE-A which I assume is LTE+? I get both with the same if not better speeds and signal strength.
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Do you know if the unlocked software is updated to the newest patch yet? I'm trying to figure out which version gets the updates first.
ShrekOpher said:
Do you know if the unlocked software is updated to the newest patch yet? I'm trying to figure out which version gets the updates first.
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Carrier gets updates first ... XAA update has Nov patch
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)
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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)
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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
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yes you can flash this update with odin
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Thanks!!
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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