Need Help with Samsung Note 8 Hong Kong (HK) version 256 GB - Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers

Guys
I am planning to buy Samsung Note 8 HK Version 256 GB, but i need your help to tell me if it will work in the middle east specially the stores
From my previous experience in other phones -(LG), the LG store didn't work in my country
Thanks

any help please ??

Well I always recommend to get devices in the country where they are going to be used, mostly for warranty claim

Just assume/count on it that Samsung in your home country will not provide any support whatsoever if you bought the phone from other country...

Hi,
I have the HK version 256GB and it works fine in the Gulf, no issues. The only problem is Samsung Pay and VOLTE. If you care about those 2 features, don't buy it. Otherwise, it works like a normal GN8 without any issues whatsoever. As for the store, if you mean Play Store, no issues either, I can download any app. By the way, all Middle East versions are Exynos and the HK/Chinese and US versions are Snapdragon. In comparison to my friends Exynos, it seems to consume less battery.
Regards,
Moe

Moe100021 said:
Hi,
I have the HK version 256GB and it works fine in the Gulf, no issues. The only problem is Samsung Pay and VOLTE.
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You should be able to enable VoLTE through IMS settings.

shouren04 said:
You should be able to enable VoLTE through IMS settings.
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I tried through the Nova Launcher/Activities and it didn't work. It's a carrier issue. If you have another way, please let me know.
Thanks

Moe100021 said:
I tried through the Nova Launcher/Activities and it didn't work. It's a carrier issue. If you have another way, please let me know.
Thanks
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I've never used Nova Launcher so not sure if it has a similar feature. Try this....
Install Shortcut Master & launch 467 IMS Settings. If you have Phone INFO installed it has Shortcut Master built in.
Under IMS Service Switch see if you have toggles for VoLTE & RCS & if they are not greyed out. Enable all the toggles or at least just the VoLTE ones. Should enable instantly but you can a reboot would if not. If this doesn't work then you'll probably need a CSC change to get it workingg.

my samsung note 8, 6+256, sm n9500 can not used volte.There is no option for volte.Please tell me how to do and how to enable/support volte. kindly text me in the following mail. [email protected]

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eRCS/RCSSettings/Chat on Unlocked both SD and Exynos

Hi everyone,
Could anyone that has the service mentioned in the title activated in the unlocked version reply.
A screenshot will be great.
Thanks all for helping.
is that the enriched calling you mean?
j_hansen said:
is that the enriched calling you mean?
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Yes, plus the chat messaging in the stock messages app.
ok looks like RCS is part of the advanced messaging service which I have on both my note 8.
if disabled on yours maybe you can enable it using Shortcut Master lite app from play store, there's a how 2 vid on YouTube
j_hansen said:
ok looks like RCS is part of the advanced messaging service which I have on both my note 8.
if disabled on yours maybe you can enable it using Shortcut Master lite app from play store, there's a how 2 vid on YouTube
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May I ask are you SnapDragon or Exynos?
I have enabled mine using shortcut master but I only get the Call+, I cant make the advanced messaging to work on my Exynos.
I have tried all carrier firmware too without any success.
both my notes are European exynos, one is a dual sim unbranded and the other a single sim bought through Vodafone Ireland, both unlocked models
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I don't seem to have call+ though as wifi calling is not supported by my provider yet
j_hansen said:
both my notes are European exynos, one is a dual sim unbranded and the other a single sim bought through Vodafone Ireland, both unlocked models
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And u have the Chat messaging on both devices?
I am on Vodafone Uk with Duos Note 8 from Samsung and I don't have this option,
Can u provide ScreenShot from the chat settings in your messages app?
Also what is your CSC on both devices?
sorry if i ask too much
holifo said:
And u have the Chat messaging on both devices?
I am on Vodafone Uk with Duos Note 8 from Samsung and I don't have this option,
Can u provide ScreenShot from the chat settings in your messages app?
Also what is your CSC on both devices?
sorry if i ask too much
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Same here, Note8 Dual SIM on Vodafone UK. Stock BTU firmware. It would be great to have this option.
Do I need to root to use the Master life app? If Yes, it is a no go for me.
So on the other thread you said that you got the config messages from Vodafone on your Dual SIM Note8?
I get this: "It looks like you?ve swapped your SIM or updated your device. To continue using data and sending picture messages, you need to update your settings manually, as your device doesn?t support automatic settings updates. Get started at vodafone.co.uk/settingsinfo"
no worries man, I don't have the duos with me now so will double check when I get home but I'm nearly sure it is there, it's multi csc XEU
ok, on my duos I didn't have it at first but after putting my sim card into it and going through pretty much everything ims related using Shortcut Master lite pressing launch where allowed and enabling things and also a few restarts, I was eventually prompted to enter a phone number on restart to avail of RCS and it is now showing under message settings, if possible on my duos it should be possible on yours
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also, root NOT needed for Shortcut Master lite
j_hansen said:
ok, on my duos I didn't have it at first but after putting my sim card into it and going through pretty much everything ims related using Shortcut Master lite pressing launch where allowed and enabling things and also a few restarts, I was eventually prompted to enter a phone number on restart to avail of RCS and it is now showing under message settings, if possible on my duos it should be possible on yours
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also, root NOT needed for Shortcut Master lite
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What is your Carrier?
Can you post a screenshot of the setting you have enabled with the Shortcut Master?
holifo said:
What is your Carrier?
Can you post a screenshot of the setting you have enabled with the Shortcut Master?
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im with Vodafone Ireland, i went through everything ims related in Shortcut Master lite and where *launch* worked, I enabled everything, did a few reboots along the way and way was eventually prompted for a phone number when going into settings in messenger, exactly which part that made it work I don't know
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im with Vodafone Ireland, i went through everything ims related in Shortcut Master lite and where *launch* worked, I enabled everything, did a few reboots along the way and way was eventually prompted for a phone number when going into settings in messenger, exactly which part that made it work I don't know
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Can you post a screenshot of your dm configuration in IMS setting like the one attached?
holifo said:
Hi everyone,
Could anyone that has the service mentioned in the title activated in the unlocked version reply.
A screenshot will be great.
Thanks all for helping.
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mine is looking EXACTLY THE SAME as yours
j_hansen said:
mine is looking EXACTLY THE SAME as yours
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What about IMS Profiles?
holifo said:
Hi everyone,
Could anyone that has the service mentioned in the title activated in the unlocked version reply.
A screenshot will be great.
Thanks all for helping.
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holifo said:
What about IMS Profiles?
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what would I be looking for there?
sorry, relatively new at this end of things
j_hansen said:
what would I be looking for there?
sorry, relatively new at this end of things
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This
I have under PROFILES:
VODAFONE Ireland RCS
MDMN SERVICE:
SamsungMdmn
We're not even supposed to have this officially in Ireland yet through Vodafone, they must have it enabled but not announced it yet, they did promise January though
j_hansen said:
I have under PROFILES:
VODAFONE Ireland RCS
MDMN SERVICE:
SamsungMdmn
We're not even supposed to have this officially in Ireland yet through Vodafone, they must have it enabled but not announced it yet, they did promise January though
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Thanks, I believe that the issue is with Vodafone UK provisioning.
As I had my brother test his too in Greece and he is in the same situation as you.
I have Wi-Fi Calling working but not RCS.
holifo said:
Thanks, I believe that the issue is with Vodafone UK provisioning.
As I had my brother test his too in Greece and he is in the same situation as you.
I have Wi-Fi Calling working but not RCS.
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it's the exact same on mu single sim bought through Vodafone Ireland if that info helps any

Bugs i found.

Good Morning.
I bought this phone 3 days ago from amazon, i noticed some bugs i want to share. Maybe i'm just a noob but i can't find a solution so i ask for your check.
1. It's impossible to disable WhatsApp notification. Everyone can read msgs' previews even with the phone locked. I didn't test notification from other apps. Just disabled sound and lock screen preview but it still show it.
2. can't turn off touch-disable function. It's impossible to use the phone inside arm-bands. It seems they forgot the otpion in the Smart Assistance menu.
3. FM radio has not the RDS function.
I'm sorry i can't add attachment with system infos but i'm not allowed to do it cause forum policies about new users.
I would appreciate your test,
Thank you.
muse80 said:
Good Morning.
I bought this phone 3 days ago from amazon, i noticed some bugs i want to share. Maybe i'm just a noob but i can't find a solution so i ask for your check.
1. It's impossible to disable WhatsApp notification. Everyone can read msgs' previews even with the phone locked. I didn't test notification from other apps. Just disabled sound and lock screen preview but it still show it.
2. can't turn off touch-disable function. It's impossible to use the phone inside arm-bands. It seems they forgot the otpion in the Smart Assistance menu.
3. FM radio has not the RDS function.
I'm sorry i can't add attachment with system infos but i'm not allowed to do it cause forum policies about new users.
I would appreciate your test,
Thank you.
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From amazon???
It is flipkart exclusive i think
laddugaur said:
From amazon???
It is flipkart exclusive i think
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I don't know, I bought it through Amazon Italy.
BTW... is there an official honor's developers portal to submit these issues?
laddugaur said:
From amazon???
It is flipkart exclusive i think
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https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B079894FBD/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ofc amazon. there even was a promotion sale on amazon where u get a 64gb sd card for free when you order the phone until last week somewhen. i ordered mine during that time. not quite flipkart exclusive.
@muse80 i woild recommend you get rid of emui. it got replaced after just 20 hours on my honor 9 lite. fixes all your problems and many more
Sent from my Honor 9 Lite using XDA Labs
4RK4N said:
https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B079894FBD/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ofc amazon. there even was a promotion sale on amazon where u get a 64gb sd card for free when you order the phone until last week somewhen. i ordered mine during that time. not quite flipkart exclusive.
@muse80 i woild recommend you get rid of emui. it got replaced after just 20 hours on my honor 9 lite. fixes all your problems and many more
Sent from my Honor 9 Lite using XDA Labs
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Have u flashed any custom rom if yes then which 1??
Number 1 and 2 are working perfectly - try in settings.
There is no RDS
prem222 said:
Number 1 and 2 are working perfectly - try in settings.
There is no RDS
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HI, for notifications I still can't figure out how to set WhatsApp notification only with flashing led, without sounds...
And in the settings I haven't the option to set the touch-disable function... Could you tell me where you found it please?.
Notifications - Do try it Yourself, remember that You have to manage it inside Whatsapp itself as well.
Touch-disable is in smart assistance at the bottom od the screen.
prem222 said:
Notifications - Do try it Yourself, remember that You have to manage it inside Whatsapp itself as well.
Touch-disable is in smart assistance at the bottom od the screen.
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Hi,
regarding the touch-disable function, this is the smart assistance menu... i can't find it.
Also searching "touch" word in the menu gives no relevant results.
That's the problem with different phone versions.
I do own an Indian/Chinese version 3GB/16GB.
Model LLD-AL10. CUSTC675D3
I do have PRIVATE SPACE, APP TWIN , DOUBLE TAP TO WAKE, touch-disable function. etc
Sadly I do not have an NFC which was one of the reasons I bough't this phone.
same problem
i have this same problem
prem222 said:
That's the problem with different phone versions.
I do own an Indian/Chinese version 3GB/16GB.
Model LLD-AL10. CUSTC675D3
I do have PRIVATE SPACE, APP TWIN , DOUBLE TAP TO WAKE, touch-disable function. etc
Sadly I do not have an NFC which was one of the reasons I bough't this phone.
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I have model LLD-L31... APP TWIN, DOUBLE TAP, but no touch-disable...
I hope honor fix it asap because it's an annoying lack

GIF Keyboard missing on Oreo update?

Posted this over on reddit but should have asked here first. My Note8 has officially received Oreo ota update 2 days ago. One of the features im looking forward to is the GIF Keyboard. The changelog for the Samsung Keyboard includes - "The GIF keyboard lets you send GIFs". However I cant seem to figure out how to find/ use this GIF keyboard. Anyone know how? I only have emoji, stickers, live message, voice input, settings, handwriting, clipboard, one handed keyboard
bimmerboii said:
Posted this over on reddit but should have asked here first.
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While inside your text messaging app tap on your stickers icon inside your text area of your keyboard then see if you can switch to GIFs down below.
CodeNameRedNeck said:
While inside your text messaging app tap on your stickers icon inside your text area of your keyboard then see if you can switch to GIFs down below.
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I don't see that option...when I tap on stickers, I only see the stickers...nothing for Gifs.
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While inside your text messaging app tap on your stickers icon inside your text area of your keyboard then see if you can switch to GIFs down below.
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I do not have that option
bimmerboii said:
I do not have that option
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That's a bummer. I read in another thread that it was disabled in oreo and I was hoping that was not the case for everyone.
CodeNameRedNeck said:
That's a bummer. I read in another thread that it was disabled in oreo and I was hoping that was not the case for everyone.
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Probably a bug on the Oreo firmware? It is included in the official Note8 Oreo changelog
sefrcoko said:
I don't see that option...when I tap on stickers, I only see the stickers...nothing for Gifs.
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bimmerboii said:
Probably a bug on the Oreo firmware? It is included in the official Note8 Oreo changelog
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What messages version are you all on? If it's less than 5.xx try to install this https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsu...g-messages/samsung-messages-5-0-10-9-release/ using adb with the -l -r commands and see if that gets you GIFs back.
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What messages version are you all on? If it's less than 5.xx try to install this https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsu...g-messages/samsung-messages-5-0-10-9-release/ using adb with the -l -r commands and see if that gets you GIFs back.
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My "Messages" version is 4.4.10.13 and "Messages Service" version is 4.4.10.4. Looks like that is the culprit and Samsung forgot to include the latest messages version in the Oreo firmware. I haven't done any adb sideloading in ages. Will just wait for Samsung to fix this. Thanks for the input.
I have gif working on Samsung keyboard on the Note 8
The gif keyboard is integrated into Samsung keyboard and allows anyone you use it. The gif option is greyed out if it cannot be used, for instance typing on a browser.
I am using Verizon Note 8 on the Oreo update. I use Verizon messages and I have stock messaging app is disabled on my phone. Gif works fine in my messaging app.
So I would say messaging app not related. Maybe clear cache/data for Samsung keyboard.
Another note, for a fresh run I did factory reset my phone in settings after coming to oreo. Old habit when upgrading to new big builds from my rooted days. Figured I'dgo in fresh. All is working. I used smart switch to backup and restore to save time before and after reset.
bimmerboii said:
Posted this over on reddit but should have asked here first. My Note8 has officially received Oreo ota update 2 days ago. One of the features im looking forward to is the GIF Keyboard. The changelog for the Samsung Keyboard includes - "The GIF keyboard lets you send GIFs". However I cant seem to figure out how to find/ use this GIF keyboard. Anyone know how? I only have emoji, stickers, live message, voice input, settings, handwriting, clipboard, one handed keyboard
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I'm having the same issue. I keep messing with it and nothing. But once I kept messing with it, it finally worked. Honestly I have no idea how I did it lol. Now I'm trying to do it again and I cant get the gif key board to work. Pissing me off lol
Daciple said:
I have gif working on Samsung keyboard on the Note 8
The gif keyboard is integrated into Samsung keyboard and allows anyone you use it. The gif option is greyed out if it cannot be used, for instance typing on a browser.
I am using Verizon Note 8 on the Oreo update. I use Verizon messages and I have stock messaging app is disabled on my phone. Gif works fine in my messaging app.
So I would say messaging app not related. Maybe clear cache/data for Samsung keyboard.
Another note, for a fresh run I did factory reset my phone in settings after coming to oreo. Old habit when upgrading to new big builds from my rooted days. Figured I'dgo in fresh. All is working. I used smart switch to backup and restore to save time before and after reset.
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This is correct, it has nothing to do with the Messages app, it's a feature of the Samsung Keyboard app. Gif was available & worked fine for me with Oreo.
Check to see if you guys have Samsung Keyboard v.3.0.10.34 installed. I have that installed on Nougat & gif keyboard is working fine (although it's useless to me, I never use it or stickers either).
shouren04 said:
This is correct, it has nothing to do with the Messages app, it's a feature of the Samsung Keyboard app. Gif was available & worked fine for me with Oreo.
Check to see if you guys have Samsung Keyboard v.3.0.10.34 installed. I have that installed on Nougat & gif keyboard is working fine (although it's useless to me, I never use it or stickers either).
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Yes I have the same version of Samsung keyboard installed, but no gif option...
sefrcoko said:
Yes I have the same version of Samsung keyboard installed, but no gif option...
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Hmm, that's strange. I wonder if it's CSC/country related? I've used XEF & TMB CSC & both had gif keyboard.
If you go to languages for Samsung Keyboard in settings, do you have English updated/downloaded? If not it will have a down arrow next to it, if it is it should have a toggle next to. I'm not sure if it might be related but if English is not fully updated swipe & predictive text don't work on Samsung Keyboard. Just a thought, worth a try.
shouren04 said:
Hmm, that's strange. I wonder if it's CSC/country related? I've used XEF & TMB CSC & both had gif keyboard.
If you go to languages for Samsung Keyboard in settings, do you have English updated/downloaded? If not it will have a down arrow next to it, if it is it should have a toggle next to. I'm not sure if it might be related but if English is not fully updated swipe & predictive text don't work on Samsung Keyboard. Just a thought, worth a try.
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Thanks, I appreciate it! I actually happened to check the languages today and English was already up to date. I agree though, I'm starting to think it's maybe CSC related too. I'm on XSG.
sefrcoko said:
Thanks, I appreciate it! I actually happened to check the languages today and English was already up to date. I agree though, I'm starting to think it's maybe CSC related too. I'm on XSG.
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Damn, hoping it might have been something simple.
Hope it gets figured out. If I get a chance tonight, I'll flash XSG CSC & see if it disappears for me.
shouren04 said:
Damn, hoping it might have been something simple.
Hope it gets figured out. If I get a chance tonight, I'll flash XSG CSC & see if it disappears for me.
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Thanks, me too! If you have a chance to confirm when you have time that would be great, at least we'd know for sure. It's not crucial, but it seems like an odd feature to restrict. I'm curious...
sefrcoko said:
Thanks, me too! If you have a chance to confirm when you have time that would be great, at least we'd know for sure. It's not crucial, but it seems like an odd feature to restrict. I'm curious...
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Yup will do & will report back here.
You know, I remember seeing something a while back about gifs & fair use. If that's the issue it would make sense for some countries to not allow it but then again IIRC there were reports of people in the US on certain carriers not having it. Usually when carriers disable a feature is cause they offer their own paid service. I doubt carriers would have their own gif feature but if they do & that's the case, that's unbelievable! Greedy SOBs.
sefrcoko said:
Thanks, me too! If you have a chance to confirm when you have time that would be great, at least we'd know for sure. It's not crucial, but it seems like an odd feature to restrict. I'm curious...
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Ok, I tested & unfortunately it appears that my suspicion of it being CSC related is correct. With XSG CSC I don't get the gif keyboard.
I found online that mostly AT&T users are complaining that they don't have gif keyboard. Some are thinking that AT&T forget to include it in their update/firmware. Well that's not the case as it's CSC also. I installed AT&T CSC & sure enough, no gif keyboard either.
I wonder why some countries and/or carriers choose to disable it. I went back to T-Mobile CSC & have gif keyboard again.
Are you rooted?
shouren04 said:
Ok, I tested & unfortunately it appears that my suspicion of it being CSC related is correct. With XSG CSC I don't get the gif keyboard.
I found online that mostly AT&T users are complaining that they don't have gif keyboard. Some are thinking that AT&T forget to include it in their update/firmware. Well that's not the case as it's CSC also. I installed AT&T CSC & sure enough, no gif keyboard either.
I wonder why some countries and/or carriers choose to disable it. I went back to T-Mobile CSC & have gif keyboard again.
Are you rooted?
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Ahh, there we go! Thanks for testing and confirming shouren, much appreciated. Definitely seems strange that some carriers will allow but not others.
I'm slightly embarrassed to say I'm not rooted lol... I've rooted and modded every Android device I ever owned, and specifically got the Exynos Note 8 so I could continue doing the same here. Strangely though, I bought it and then never really felt a need to root yet. I don't even know who I am anymore...
When I do eventually root though, I might as well apply my carrier's CSC (Bell Canada) and hopefully resolve both root and gif keyboard at the same time
sefrcoko said:
Ahh, there we go! Thanks for testing and confirming shouren, much appreciated. Definitely seems strange that some carriers will allow but not others.
I'm slightly embarrassed to say I'm not rooted lol... I've rooted and modded every Android device I ever owned, and specifically got the Exynos Note 8 so I could continue doing the same here. Strangely though, I bought it and then never really felt a need to root yet. I don't even know who I am anymore...
When I do eventually root though, I might as well apply my carrier's CSC (Bell Canada) and hopefully resolve both root and gif keyboard at the same time
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No problem. Ah ok, if you were rooted, I was gonna say I'll dig around in the XSG CSC & see if I can figure out how to get gif kb to work. I think I have an idea of what to change but I'd have to test. But since XSG is not your carrier's CSC, doesn't matter anyway.
Since XSG is not your carrier's CSC, might as well change to XEF CSC? I know gif kb works with XEF. No root needed, may wipe data though if that matters.

US Unlocked N9 on T-Mob

I've read some posts here (and other sources), seems WiFi calling, HD calling are supported and there's a couple work arounds for the camera Shutter sound. What about voicemail? Prefer to go unlocked and keep the bloat ware off. Any other surprises on an unlocked N9?
Coming from Sprint where I had to buy their LG V20 (after a very bad N4 experience) to keep most of these calling features. But it's time for a change now that I moved and T-Mob has better coverage than Sprint (probably true everywhere).
Using note 9 unlocked on t mobile. Everything works except video calling but if you really want that, then you can flash just the tmobile CSC file via Odin. That will add the video calling tab back on the dialer. It will not add the t mobile bloat apps but i do believe you will get the t mobile splash screens on boot/shut down
Thanks for the response and suggestion, that's very helpful.
I tried downloading the Visual Voicemail app from the Play Store on the U1 and had no luck getting it to work. The same happened when I had an S9+ running the U1 firmware. When you flash to the TMB U firmware though, it is included and does work. If you choose to flash to the TMB U though, you will want to brush up on some ADB commands to remove some of the T-Mobile bloat, which is still a lot less than most other carriers.
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I tried downloading the Visual Voicemail app from the Play Store on the U1 and had no luck getting it to work. The same happened when I had an S9+ running the U1 firmware. When you flash to the TMB U firmware though, it is included and does work. If you choose to flash to the TMB U though, you will want to brush up on some ADB commands to remove some of the T-Mobile bloat, which is still a lot less than most other carriers.
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Not a customer but I like to be able to assist people who are. Can you tell me the problems you had with the app from Play Store while running U1?
jcsww said:
I tried downloading the Visual Voicemail app from the Play Store on the U1 and had no luck getting it to work. The same happened when I had an S9+ running the U1 firmware. When you flash to the TMB U firmware though, it is included and does work. If you choose to flash to the TMB U though, you will want to brush up on some ADB commands to remove some of the T-Mobile bloat, which is still a lot less than most other carriers.
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You can use the visual voicemail app on the unlocked note 9 for tmo, you just have to go to the app settings and enable all permissions. For some reason the app never asks you to enable the permissions, but after changing the settings it works fine.
Samzebian said:
You can use the visual voicemail app on the unlocked note 9 for tmo, you just have to go to the app settings and enable all permissions. For some reason the app never asks you to enable the permissions, but after changing the settings it works fine.
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I will give that a try the next time I have one of my devices on U1.
black96ss said:
Using note 9 unlocked on t mobile. Everything works except video calling but if you really want that, then you can flash just the tmobile CSC file via Odin. That will add the video calling tab back on the dialer. It will not add the t mobile bloat apps but i do believe you will get the t mobile splash screens on boot/shut down
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When you are saying T-mobile CSC, are you talking about CSC or USERDATA CSC? Thank you for your answer.
parusia said:
When you are saying T-mobile CSC, are you talking about CSC or USERDATA CSC? Thank you for your answer.
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No such thing as USERDATA CSC. USERDATA and CSC are two different files in the Odin image. In this case he is saying you should flash the TMB CSC (not HOME CSC, since that won't do anything) and the feature will appear for you. I am most curious about this, since it would mean applying U build files to a U1 build. I don't have much experience with that.
I recently bought an unlocked U1 but flashed the TMB U firmware on it a few days ago. I only did so because I heard the data speeds were substantially higher (can anyone confirm/deny this?).
Also, is there any way to get visual voicemail to work through a phone app? It's just so seamless on something like an iPhone or Pixel but I've never gotten it to work on my Note. I really don't want to use a whole separate app just for that.
kzqg said:
I recently bought an unlocked U1 but flashed the TMB U firmware on it a few days ago. I only did so because I heard the data speeds were substantially higher (can anyone confirm/deny this?).
Also, is there any way to get visual voicemail to work through a phone app? It's just so seamless on something like an iPhone or Pixel but I've never gotten it to work on my Note. I really don't want to use a whole separate app just for that.
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Have you tried going into Settings, Apps, and enabling permissions for the app? For some reason, the app doesn't have any permissions when you install it from the Play Store. Try giving it Storage, Phone, and Contacts to see if that gets it working for you.
kzqg said:
I recently bought an unlocked U1 but flashed the TMB U firmware on it a few days ago. I only did so because I heard the data speeds were substantially higher (can anyone confirm/deny this?).
Also, is there any way to get visual voicemail to work through a phone app? It's just so seamless on something like an iPhone or Pixel but I've never gotten it to work on my Note. I really don't want to use a whole separate app just for that.
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What you heard about speed is a rumor. The speed is no different on U1.
jcsww said:
Have you tried going into Settings, Apps, and enabling permissions for the app? For some reason, the app doesn't have any permissions when you install it from the Play Store. Try giving it Storage, Phone, and Contacts to see if that gets it working for you.
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Do you mean to say if I give the standalone visual voicemail app permissions that it'll show up accessible in my phone app (as an extra voicemail tab)? If so that'd be great but from the way you worded it I assume you mean just using the app itself which I was trying to avoid.
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CrazyApe18 said:
What you heard about speed is a rumor. The speed is no different on U1.
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Good to know; thank you. From my understanding then it doesn't really matter except for updates? I got the impression the unlocked gets quarterly security updates while the T-mobile generally monthly (but a month behind). Pretty sure they're both on the Sept. update right now so it's hard for me to tell.
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Do you mean to say if I give the standalone visual voicemail app permissions that it'll show up accessible in my phone app (as an extra voicemail tab)? If so that'd be great but from the way you worded it I assume you mean just using the app itself which I was trying to avoid.
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Good to know; thank you. From my understanding then it doesn't really matter except for updates? I got the impression the unlocked gets quarterly security updates while the T-mobile generally monthly (but a month behind). Pretty sure they're both on the Sept. update right now so it's hard for me to tell.
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I am not sure about a third party vieual voicemwil app. It can't hurt to give it a try though. I was referring to the T-Mobile Visual Voicemail app.
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I am not sure about a third party vieual voicemwil app. It can't hurt to give it a try though. I was referring to the T-Mobile Visual Voicemail app.
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Ah ok, understood. I've always used phones that had the visual voicemail integrated with the phone app, so it's unfortunate that doesn't seem to be possible in this case.

Question Google Messages

All,
I thought Samsung said at their unpacked event that they were moving to native Google messages. Mine looks like it is the Samsung messaging app Version 12.1.01.25. Anyone has any nsight on this? I have the s21 ultra 512GB directly from Samsung using T-mo.
A little research -- https://9to5google.com/2021/01/15/galaxy-s21-google-messages-pre-installed/
Not installed in the US... Why?
It was always only for non-US phones, US phones got stuck with Samsung Messages. We will have to wait for someone to upload the APK so that we can sideload it.
And for anyone wondering the Google Messages version in the Play Store is different and doesn't offer the integrated features that come with the Samsung version of it.
I wish they would stick to one of the two apps, not both. My 21 came with both preloaded and it's getting pretty ridiculous. There's pretty much double apps everywhere now, even a secondary keyboard by Microsoft! And I can't even uninstall them!
I am using the google messages for s20 ultra. I downloaded from the play store just fine
US S21 here. I downloaded from play store. It works but it says "chat features unavailable for this device"
franklectic said:
US S21 here. I downloaded from play store. It works but it says "chat features unavailable for this device"
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That's on your carrier. RCS and chat features worked fine and activated immediately for me on T-Mobile.
BillyKarabilly said:
I can't even uninstall them!
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Cant you use ADB and remove them?
franklectic said:
US S21 here. I downloaded from play store. It works but it says "chat features unavailable for this device"
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you need to install Carrier Service from play store !
then it will work.
cookie666 said:
Cant you use ADB and remove them?
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yeah and nothing malfunctions, except I can’t get RCS to work.
EMEA Version came with Samsung Messages.
Installed Google Messages and have chat features in it.
Yeah, it's weird. Just got my s21. Text messages that are being reply to me were still going to my old phone that didn't even have a sim card. Searched and found that Chat features needed to be turned off on the old phone...didn't work either until I just uninstalled the app. Now chat features are not available on the s21. Says to call carrier. Figure it's a network issue holding onto my old device info and not releasing to my new? Maybe it just takes some time.
[Didn't know that Samsung is supposed to have a messaging app that integrated with googles.]
SiNJiN76 said:
Yeah, it's weird. Just got my s21. Text messages that are being reply to me were still going to my old phone that didn't even have a sim card. Searched and found that Chat features needed to be turned off on the old phone...didn't work either until I just uninstalled the app. Now chat features are not available on the s21. Says to call carrier. Figure it's a network issue holding onto my old device info and not releasing to my new? Maybe it just takes some time.
[Didn't know that Samsung is supposed to have a messaging app that integrated with googles.]
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I have exactly the same problem, cannot activate the chat function because the validation SMS does not work either. If anyone finds the solution I am listening.
netnerd said:
you need to install Carrier Service from play store !
then it will work.
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Thank you! How hard would it be for the Google Messages app to direct users to download the Carrier Service when they try to enable Chat features but are denied. Chat set up immediately after installing Carrier Service.
Edit: I'm on T-mobile with the T-mobile S21 Ultra.
I just removed google messaging app from mine, through ADB.
I was like.. what?? Why are there 2 apps with the same name "messages" in my drawer?
anyway, got rid of it
I have the Verizon version of the ultra and there were no issues with getting Google Messages to work with the chat features. All I did was download and install the app. I also made it my dark messaging app in Settings > Apps > Default apps.
I use T-mobile and and have the s21 ultra unlocked on Tmobile, and I use the google messages and chat features work perfectly fine.
On Tmobile 512 unlocked.
If I want RCS with call and text on other devices .(Play store version, of Google messages does not support Samsung text and call on other devices) I had to go on "U" firmware with TMO carrier services and stick with Samsung messages.
I tried installing Google " NATIVE"messaging for Samsung. That apk that was posted in another thread and it would not install.
Also it does not seem that continue app on other devices is working either .
My tab s7+ and S21 ULTRA are both on 3.1 and they have the options enabled ,but no
Worky.
Honestly I prefer the Samsung messages app because it gives an audible notification when you're on a phone call. The Google messages app doesn't. It sucks to be on a call and not know a text message came in. If Google messages would add that simple feature it would be just about perfect.
Question for those that have the Google Messages prebaked in, can one of you upload it for us to use? If I'm not mistaken that is the one that is specifically developed to be themed alongside One Ui. Thanks in advance!
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Question for those that have the Google Messages prebaked in, can one of you upload it for us to use? If I'm not mistaken that is the one that is specifically developed to be themed alongside One Ui. Thanks in advance!
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It doesn't work, they already tried in this thread.

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