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Another interesting development! You can flash the firmware from the U model of the S7 Edge to the AT&T model. Do not know if this is possible for the T-Mobile, Verizon, etc. models. It should be. If anyone tries it and finds out, let me know and I’ll update the post accordingly.
Edit: Root is possible using previously posted method for 935A. Working on a method that doesn't require the engboot file for the U firmware but no promises yet.
The major advantage here to some will be that there is less bloatware. There is zero carrier bloat. None. Nada. Zip. The Samsung bloat is still there, however you can uninstall (yes, uninstall, not disable) most of it. There are 4 it seems that remain and can’t be uninstalled. These are Samsung Pay, Galaxy Apps. Clock, and Calendar (S Planner).
The menus are different. I think the menus are an improvement to be honest. Everything is there aside from the AT&T specific stuff (since this is the U firmware, it's not carrier specific). If you rely on AT&T specific items/bloat, they are not present here.
Frequently asked things I have tested:
Hotspot – Working fine here.
Samsung Pay – Bit the bullet and tested because I knew it would be asked, even though I don’t care to use Samsung Pay. My device was rooted previously. I flashed this and am no longer rooted. Samsung pay works fine. Tested it at the store this morning. IF YOU HAVE A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE PLEASE UPDATE ME, AS THIS SEEMS TO BE THE MOST ASKED QUESTION.
Update - I have now heard from 7 other users besides myself confirming that Samsung Pay works in store and haven't heard a single report of it failing so far. I'm now confident to call this working across the board, however do keep in mind there's always a risk.
Everything else seems to work as normal. User experiences are different. You may use things that I don’t, so you may find something that’s broken. If you do, please let me know and I’ll update this post for everyone. Please note the firmware also installs Instagram and Whatsapp by default in addition to Facebook, and they are both removable. Facebook however, much like on the AT&T version, is not. You can still turn it off though.
How to install:
Put your phone in download mode.
I personally had success with this version of Odin: http://www.mediafire.com/download/2t2sjqxtogbkafk/odin_3.12.3.rar
However another user couldn’t get it to work and used this version: http://d-h.st/gsDA
Flash the 4 files in this zip to your phone using Odin. All 4 of them: https://www.mediafire.com/?fm3oxddajta1k07
Put the BL in the BL slot, AP in it's slot, and so on. Flash all 4 at once through Odin.
When using the second version of Odin, I encountered an issue where the phone would crash during setup just after the wifi screen. If you have any problems with either, please report back and let me know. Either way, this seems safe to try on the AT&T version of the S7 Edge. I am able to go back to the stock AT&T firmware I’ve uploaded in my other thread just fine. So if this doesn’t work for you, it’s possible to go back. I have went back and forth 4 times now, and met with success going to and from the stock AT&T firmware to this one each time. However as always, try at your own risk.
Again, since many people are asking about carrier specific features - This is the SM-935U firmware. U meaning unlocked. It's not carrier specific. Anything AT&T does to modify the firmware WILL NOT BE PRESENT.. Use this solely if you want a more pure Android experience. No carrier bloat, being able to remove almost all Samsung bloat completely without having to root to do so, and getting updates before carrier specific models. If you rely on AT&T specific modifications to the S7 Edge, this is not for you unless/until someone finds a way to add them (which then defeats the purpose of the U firmware, meaning you might as well stick to the stock firmware).
FAQ
1. Does Samsung Pay work? – Yes. As long as you don’t root the 935U firmware (which is possible using the method currently available for the 935A) Samsung Pay works fine.
2. Does it have Enhanced LTE? – No. Enhanced LTE is a carrier specific feature. This is the U (unlocked) firmware. Anything unique to any carrier is absent. Period. Confirmed by testing against an actual SM-G935U.
3. Does it work with any other carrier than AT&T? – I have had people reporting success with T-Mobile and Verizon versions of the 935. I do not have one, so going from what they say – it works, but attempt at your own risk or search for their posts and ask them personally.
4. How does it perform compared to the 935A firmware? – It benchmarks noticeably higher. It also has a measurable advantage in terms of battery life. It performs better stock than the 935A rooted and tweaked, and when the U firmware is rooted and tweaked, it performs even better still. It’s all around superior to carrier specific firmwares.
5. Can you uninstall the Samsung bloat? – All but 3 apps. Yes, uninstall, not disable, and no, you don’t need to root the U firmware to do it.
6. Can I still revert back to my stock firmware? – Yes. If you have the stock firmware, it’s easy to flash back to it. It won’t trip knox or break Samsung Pay.
7. Will you be modifying it to have the AT&T features? – Likely not. That would entirely defeat the purpose of going to the U firmware. If you want the carrier bloat and features, you’re ahead to just stick to the carrier firmware.
8. Does this work for the regular S7 or the S7 Active? – I have no idea. I don’t own either phone, and cannot test it. I’m going to assume not. If you are brave and test it, do let us all know.
9. Do you have access to the S7 flat or S7 Active U firmwares? – No.
10. It shows the security patch from May. Is it out of date? – As of 7-7-2016 I have an actual 935U as well as my 935A with the U firmware. Neither has an update currently, so it seems the May security patch is the latest out for the U model so far. If I get an update on my actual 935U, I will let you know if it shows on the 935A with the U firmware or not.
And for those wondering about all the U files floating around...
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For what it's worth, I downloaded three versions: the one from the first post, one labeled an ATT version posted by someone else in the thread, and an XXA one from SamMobile that was a different size zip file, and all three zips contained the exact same firmware, as verified by md5 check, but the SamMobile version was missing the CP and CSC files and was compressed differently.
Here are the md5s of the various firmware files:
AP_G935UUEU2APEH_CL8086184_QB9638174_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
md5: 0d736fd16ea372e21019a5640b54d965
BL_G935UUEU2APEH_CL8086184_QB9638174_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
md5: bd4d93a5387abcac2ba8737a95989fa3
CP_G935UUEU2APEH_CL8086184_QB9638174_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
md5: abf5821c3edeed42b752329b301ab01e
CSC_OYM_G935UOYM2APEH_CL8086184_QB9638174_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
md5: 7aa4025b7a02dfee0d0470cd3ddc98d2
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Here are a few screenshots. I hadn’t installed all my stuff yet, however I had uninstalled several of the Samsung bloat apps already.
great write-up
Dumb question but this will only work on the edge and not flat AT&T variant, correct?
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brianray14 said:
Dumb question but this will only work on the edge and not flat AT&T variant, correct?
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I have no idea to be honest. I only have the AT&T Edge. But I will update the post if anyone tries it!
I can't wait to try this... i am gonna install the stock 935a firmware you posted first to see which one i am gonna like better my bets on the 935u though that mobile data toggle icon alone is swinging my vote
Cool, thanks! Would love to have this option for flat S7 as I only have interest in debloating at this stage
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malcomp87 said:
I can't wait to try this... i am gonna install the stock 935a firmware you posted first to see which one i am gonna like better my bets on the 935u though that mobile data toggle icon alone is swinging my vote
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935U is also showing better geekbench scores and so far the battery drains less. (nothing disabled, testing it just as it comes aside from uninstalling the Samsung bloat that's uninstallable. Nothing disabled, greenify not installed.)
brianray14 said:
Cool, thanks! Would love to have this option for flat S7 as I only have interest in debloating at this stage
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I'd love for it to work too! And on the Active! So if anyone tries it and confirms or denies that it works for sure I will let you all know!
i ended up using the modded odin(2nd one). mainly because i had it already loaded up because i ended up having a faulty cord when trying your odin version. so im sure your version odin wouldve worked also if i had my good cord at the time.
Tried 5x keeps failing
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Tried 5x keeps failing
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Hmm that shows that the hash file failed verification it seems, but also verified it before that. Weird. Have you tried re-downloading it? Or if you like, I'll post the program that allows you to download the firmware straight from the source. However it downloads extra files and I'll have to tell you which to use. Let me know.
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Tried 5x keeps failing
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Did you try the other version of Odin I linked out of curiosity? Some reported failures with the first while it works for others of us.
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Hmm that shows that the hash file failed verification it seems, but also verified it before that. Weird. Have you tried re-downloading it? Or if you like, I'll post the program that allows you to download the firmware straight from the source. However it downloads extra files and I'll have to tell you which to use. Let me know.
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I tried tool where i download it myself and it fail 3x then i download it yours and still failed, so not sure why is doing this.
Running On Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge G935A Wicked Dark Carnage Edition Theme
Can't wait to see if anyone can get this on the T-Mobile variant...
Venom0642 said:
I tried tool where i download it myself and it fail 3x then i download it yours and still failed, so not sure why is doing this.
Running On Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge G935A Wicked Dark Carnage Edition Theme
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That is strange! have you previously rooted the device? Just wondering. So far everyone I've confirmed this with was previously rooted, maybe that's part of it?
cybrwulf said:
Can't wait to see if anyone can get this on the T-Mobile variant...
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The file is actually for T-Mobile believe it or not! However since I don't have a T-Mobile device myself I was hesitant to state it works. But I am sure someone will try it at some point!
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That is strange! have you previously rooted the device? Just wondering. So far everyone I've confirmed this with was previously rooted, maybe that's part of it?
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never rooted but worked with second option odin, its booting now!
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never rooted but worked with second option odin, its booting now!
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Good to know! That's the reason I posted both odin files. I and others had success with the first, and others still failed there and the second worked. Enjoy!
Honestly this sounds too good to be true. Remove the carrier bloat, potentially get better speed and better batter and have zero downsides. I definitely didn't want to root, because I want to use Samsung Pay, but if I can remove all the AT&T and Samsung stuff I don't use and still use Samsung Pay, that's a win win win.
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I used 3.12 odin at the beginning, it complains sha-256 is not valid. Then I search internet and xda has a new fixed 3.12 version in the root package which could by pass this check. If you have not rooted, I guess you have to use the one in the root package.
By the way, samsung pay works if you jave not rooted
Hi! Former Note 4 owner here, about to switch from One Plus 3T to Note 8. It has been a sweet ride with the OP3T but I am getting Note withdrawal already ! I just realized I buy (and lose) cheap styluses (styli?) every other week as I spend a lot of time editing pictures on the fly for our home business FB and IG ads.
Have a simple question:
In my country we have 2 variants available, N950F and the Korean N950N. almost same price, gladly both Exynos which is what I want. However, I would like to know if there is any advantage for any of them regarding system updates timing from Samsung, security updates and the like. Also, any chances of Oreo being rolled out for one of them earlier than the other?
I dont feel a need to root at the moment although just in case I would like to know if there are any major differences or ease of doing that for any of them . I did some research before posting the question and looks like N950F has more dev support but correct me if I am wrong.
I just need to decide on this "XDA world problem" to pull the triger. No one I know understand my conundrum and they look at me like I am from Mars.
Garoto1973 said:
Hi! Former Note 4 owner here, about to switch from One Plus 3T to Note 8. It has been a sweet ride with the OP3T but I am getting Note withdrawal already ! I just realized I buy (and lose) cheap styluses (styli?) every other week as I spend a lot of time editing pictures on the fly for our home business FB and IG ads.
Have a simple question:
In my country we have 2 variants available, N950F and the Korean N950N. almost same price, gladly both Exynos which is what I want. However, I would like to know if there is any advantage for any of them regarding system updates timing from Samsung, security updates and the like. Also, any chances of Oreo being rolled out for one of them earlier than the other?
I dont feel a need to root at the moment although just in case I would like to know if there are any major differences or ease of doing that for any of them . I did some research before posting the question and looks like N950F has more dev support but correct me if I am wrong.
I just need to decide on this "XDA world problem" to pull the triger. No one I know understand my conundrum and they look at me like I am from Mars.
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Updates will be released in tandem. One after other. So not much delay
950N , yes I said it.
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Limeybastard said:
950N , yes I said it.
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Lol...you might as well give OP a reason why you suggest one over the other
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Lol...you might as well give OP a reason why you suggest one over the other
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It believe you have better color options and memory?plus made in Korea. LOL
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n950n = no possible OEM jail time issue. F's are a hit or miss. Uk seem ok but the rest of asian and Oceania seem to have the dreaded 7 day jail time.
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n950n = no possible OEM jail time issue. F's are a hit or miss. Uk seem ok but the rest of asian and Oceania seem to have the dreaded 7 day jail time.
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Really? Why is there no possibility of "jail time" on the SM-N950N? Kindly elaborate.
MrElectrifyer said:
Really? Why is there no possibility of "jail time" on the SM-N950N? Kindly elaborate.
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because the OEM unlock is there by default. My first attempt at a note 8 was a dual sim 950F and OEM unlock was not there. Not being able to root/flash twrp for 7 days and possibility of jail time every time a new rom or csc is flashed is not my cup of tea.
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because the OEM unlock is there by default. My first attempt at a note 8 was a dual sim 950F and OEM unlock was not there. Not being able to root/flash twrp for 7 days and possibility of jail time every time a new rom or csc is flashed is not my cup of tea.
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Well then, that makes me better appreciate my 256GB SM-N950N.
I was on the lookout for the 256GB SM-N950FD 'cause I wanted a globally unlocked, Multi-CSC supported, and unbranded bloatware-free Exynos device with support for OTAs. The Dual SIM support is a welcome added bonus. However, never came across a 256GB version of the SM-N950FD, only 64GB version, which I'm not willing to settle for, especially as I plan on keeping this device (my first ever Samsung Smartphone) for the next 5+ years (unless something a whole lot more useful becomes available) and I'm using it more and more as a full-fledged Pocket PC.
After you've rooted, do you always clean install via Odin in order to install the monthly security updates? Or how do you update the device? Please and thank you.
MrElectrifyer said:
Well then, that makes me better appreciate my 256GB SM-N950N.
I was on the lookout for the 256GB SM-N950FD 'cause I wanted a globally unlocked, Multi-CSC supported, and unbranded bloatware-free Exynos device with support for OTAs. The Dual SIM support is a welcome added bonus. However, never came across a 256GB version of the SM-N950FD, only 64GB version, which I'm not willing to settle for, especially as I plan on keeping this device (my first ever Samsung Smartphone) for the next 5+ years (unless something a whole lot more useful becomes available) and I'm using it more and more as a full-fledged Pocket PC.
After you've rooted, do you always clean install via Odin in order to install the monthly security updates? Or how do you update the device? Please and thank you.
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for monthly updates, no need to be rooted.
If you root then chances are you have twrp and probably are on a custom rom. the dev which makes the rom will update their Rom(monthly?) and then just flash that in twrp.
only thing you need to do is maintain your bootloader and modem up to date via odin. never flash these 2 firmwares that might be provided within roms or as seperate files as they are almost always for n950F.
I too have a 256gb version and it has been nothing but smooth sailing!
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for monthly updates, no need to be rooted.
If you root then chances are you have twrp and probably are on a custom rom. the dev which makes the rom will update their Rom(monthly?) and then just flash that in twrp.
only thing you need to do is maintain your bootloader and modem up to date via odin. never flash these 2 firmwares that might be provided within roms or as seperate files as they are almost always for n950F.
I too have a 256gb version and it has been nothing but smooth sailing!
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Thanks for the information. I don't have a custom ROM (frankly, I really like Samsung's feature-packed stock ROMs), I rooted so that I could switch the CSC to the Canadian Fido CSC (FMC) to enable WiFi Calling and also native call recording. Unfortunately, haven't figured out how to get either of those working yet, but also using Magisk root for other handy root applications like Titanium Backup, DisableService, etc., all while keeping Safetynet happy
In this situation, how would you suggest I do the updates without losing system data? Is there a way via PrinceComsy Odin? Thanks in advance.
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Thanks for the information. I don't have a custom ROM (frankly, I really like Samsung's feature-packed stock ROMs), I rooted so that I could switch the CSC to the Canadian Fido CSC (FMC) to enable WiFi Calling and also native call recording. Unfortunately, haven't figured out how to get either of those working yet, but also using Magisk root for other handy root applications like Titanium Backup, DisableService, etc., all while keeping Safetynet happy
In this situation, how would you suggest I do the updates without losing system data? Is there a way via PrinceComsy Odin? Thanks in advance.
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updates meaning CSC ? just flash the note 8 CSC pack from tkkg1994
you can also manualy extract the files to your device(dont forget to set file and folder permissions after. I acctualy post updates for the Canadian xac region file in that dev,s thread so he can incorporate them in his flashable zip.
Regarding csc options for wifi calling, unfortuantely Fido is Rogers. they blacklist foreign imei codes. meaning that you need a device sold by them which is total BS.
this is the only "downside" of having a non-carrier branded device
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updates meaning CSC ? just flash the note 8 CSC pack from tkkg1994
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Thanks again for the information. Sorry for not being clear, I meant entire firmware updates, like the security updates and the upcoming Oreo update. How would you flash them on the SM-N950N without losing data? I once attempted updating via Odin with HOME_CSC of the SM-N950N in the CSC slot, but it factory reset my Note 8. I then re-attempted with the HOME_CSC of the SM-N950W (the Canadian Note 8), but Odin threw back an error. Again, I'm not on a custom ROM, only changed the CSC.
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Thanks again for the information. Sorry for not being clear, I meant entire firmware updates, like the security updates and the upcoming Oreo update. How would you flash them on the SM-N950N without losing data? I once attempted updating via Odin with HOME_CSC of the SM-N950N in the CSC slot, but it factory reset my Note 8. I then re-attempted with the HOME_CSC of the SM-N950W (the Canadian Note 8), but Odin threw back an error. Again, I'm not on a custom ROM, only changed the CSC.
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stock csc firmware will wipe your fone at first but once its changed then it should not wipe after. it wipes when carrier/region is switched. flashing stock firmware from an F device to a N is not going to work.
logically is you flash the next korean full firmware update(bl,ap,cp,csc) it shouldint wipe. anyways if i remember right once csc was switched on your 1st attempt then it shouldint wipe on your subsequent tries. only thing that dies wipe is when sim triggers region to change.
if you have trwp then flash the CSC pack. it won t wipe that im sure of.
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...it wipes when carrier/region is switched...
only thing that dies wipe is when sim triggers region to change.
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So given that logic, it would always wipe my Note 8. 'Cause after flashing the official SM-N950N (SKC) firmware via Odin (which makes it now the SKC CSC), I again changed CSC to FMC via @Tkkg1994's CSC Selection tool. Attempting to flash future updates would again trigger a CSC change from FMC to SKC, right?
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if you have trwp then flash the CSC pack. it won t wipe that im sure of.
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I understand and can confirm that. However, that's used after flashing the official firmware updates, which results in a wipe in Odin as it's changing from FMC back to SKC, if I understood correctly. I'm looking for a way to avoid the wipe when doing the firmware update.
just don't flash csc part in odin next update. always use the CSC packs. of course since you flash AP then you have to reflash twrp each time and prolly have to format storage?
but all things put aside, you really should try his Iron man rom! make a trwp backup of your current state incase you want to go back.
So what about SM-N9500, the last update I received had Android January Security fix.
I jave the F edition.
Never went to jail. Flashed over 30 times different roms.
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I jave the F edition.
Never went to jail. Flashed over 30 times different roms.
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you are part of the 1%
maybe not literally 1 per cent but alot of F owners have had issues with "jail" time. there is a whole thread dedicated to the OEM unlock issue.
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So what about SM-N9500, the last update I received had Android January Security fix.
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your on chinese snap dragon. totally different beast.
not sure if that makes updates come faster or not.
n950n just got an update 1 day before the Fs.
the rest are trailing at lest 10 days behind.
so id say the update speeds is:
Ns
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U's
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W's
time = X quantity of space... lol
https://www.tmonews.com/2019/03/t-mobile-galaxy-note-9-android-pie-update/
From the source :good:
Good News for those who have waited, according to t-Mobile news
""Following the T-Mobile Galaxy S9 and S9+ getting Android Pie a couple of weeks ago, it’s now the Galaxy Note 9’s turn to get a piece of Pie.
T-Mobile has updated its Galaxy Note 9 support page to show that the Android 9.0 Pie update will begin rolling out today, March 1st. The update is version N960U1UEU1CSB3 and is 1671.6MB in size.
In addition to Android 9.0 Pie, Galaxy Note 9 customers can expect Samsung’s new One UI user interface. It includes an updated look that moves interactive elements toward the bottom of the screen so they’re easier to reach, which should be especially useful on the Note 9 and its 6.4-inch screen. Samsung has added a night mode to its One UI as well.
Also included in this update is a new e911 call flow, says T-Mobile, along with a compass calibration fix and a BYOD update.
T-Mo does say on its Note 9 support page that the update “will not be available to all customers right away”, so it may take a few days to make its way to your phone. If you’d like, you can manually check for the update by going into Settings > Software update > Download updates manually. Be sure to let us know when your T-Mobile Galaxy Note 9 gets its Android Pie update!""
Does anyone know what the "BOYD update" means?
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Does anyone know what the "BOYD update" means?
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"BYOD" Bring your own device.
rsfinsrq said:
"BYOD" Bring your own device.
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Sorry. I should be more specific. I know what BYOD means. The question I am trying to ask is what exactly does this update do with regards to "BYOD update"?
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Sorry. I should be more specific. I know what BYOD means. The question I am trying to ask is what exactly does this update do with regards to "BYOD update"?
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Hopefully this will answer your question;
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00078492/
I was already updating just under 3 hours ago. I dislike the location of the time clock, how they moved it to the left side. I hope there's a fix.
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Hopefully this will answer your question;
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00078492/
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Oh bummer. So this means there will be the pink T Mobile start up screen and all that? That's what happened when I brought a Verizon S8 over to The Mobile. Replacing Verizon's red start up screen with T Mobile's is not a huge deal, but I'd rather not get it on my unlocked Note 9.
Guess I'll have to see when the Pie update rolls out to unlocked Note 9s.
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Oh bummer. So this means there will be the pink T Mobile start up screen and all that? That's what happened when I brought a Verizon S8 over to The Mobile. Replacing Verizon's red start up screen with T Mobile's is not a huge deal, but I'd rather not get it on my unlocked Note 9.
Guess I'll have to see when the Pie update rolls out to unlocked Note 9s.
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I believe you will get the T-Mobile boot screen and a couple T-Mobile bloat apps.
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Oh bummer. So this means there will be the pink T Mobile start up screen and all that? That's what happened when I brought a Verizon S8 over to The Mobile. Replacing Verizon's red start up screen with T Mobile's is not a huge deal, but I'd rather not get it on my unlocked Note 9.
Guess I'll have to see when the Pie update rolls out to unlocked Note 9s.
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The BYOD features such as carrier boot screen only applies to the carrier branded models. The unlocked U1 models will remain unbranded when switching carriers.
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Hopefully this will answer your question;
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00078492/
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Sweet. Been trying to explain this to people. Didn't think to look for an official Samsung document!
I have seen reports that the update will apply carrier specific apps and boot screen based on the sim card you have inserted at the time of updating.
See this thread;
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-9/how-to/n960usqu1csaa-official-ota-update-pie-t3895831
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I have seen reports that the update will apply carrier specific apps and boot screen based on the sim card you have inserted at the time of updating.
See this thread;
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-9/how-to/n960usqu1csaa-official-ota-update-pie-t3895831
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Only on the carrier branded models. It will NOT apply a carrier boot screen to the unbranded models. They have a different build number.
The T-Mobile document listed the wrong build number for their release. T-Mobile pushed N960USQU1CSB3.
The unlocked, unbranded U1 model will get N960U1UEU1CSB3 (most likely).
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The unlocked, unbranded U1 model will get N960U1UEU1CSB3 (most likely).
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Meanwhile, can N960USQU1CSB3 be flashed to the N960U1?
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Meanwhile, can N960USQU1CSB3 be flashed to the N960U1?
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Yes it can. Use Patched ODIN and flash the full firmware file. Just realize you will get carrier bloat such as the carrier boot screen and preloaded apps.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
Yes it can. Use Patched ODIN and flash the full firmware file. Just realize you will get carrier bloat such as the carrier boot screen and preloaded apps.
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Great, thanks! And if I do flash N960USQU1CSB3 to my SM-N960U1, can I keep my apps, data, and settings (similar to an OTA update) if I use CSC_HOME?
Gary02468 said:
Great, thanks! And if I do flash N960USQU1CSB3 to my SM-N960U1, can I keep my apps, data, and settings (similar to an OTA update) if I use CSC_HOME?
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Most likely, but back up everything just in case. I recommend back up with Samsung Cloud and Smart Switch.
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Most likely, but back up everything just in case. I recommend back up with Samsung Cloud and Smart Switch.
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Flashing my unlocked SM-N960U1 to N960USQU1CSB3 went smoothly and the new firmware shows up as Official in the Settings|Status. All my data and apps were preserved, just like an OTA update.
However, if I try now to check manually for OTA updates, then after it says "Checking for updates..." for a few seconds, instead of then telling me I'm up-to-date, it says "Your current software version isn't supported. Visit a service center."
Does that mean I'm not going to get the next OTA update? And if so, is there any way to fix it? (My model number is now listed as SM-N960U, and service provider SW ver is TMB/TMB/XAA.)
Gary02468 said:
Flashing my unlocked SM-N960U1 to N960USQU1CSB3 went smoothly and the new firmware shows up as Official in the Settings|Status. All my data and apps were preserved, just like an OTA update.
However, if I try now to check manually for OTA updates, then after it says "Checking for updates..." for a few seconds, instead of then telling me I'm up-to-date, it says "Your current software version isn't supported. Visit a service center."
Does that mean I'm not going to get the next OTA update? And if so, is there any way to fix it? (My model number is now listed as SM-N960U, and service provider SW ver is TMB/TMB/XAA.)
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I'm on T-Mobile and mine just says I'm up to date. Not sure why it would say your software version isn't supported. You may need to factory reset since you went from U1 to U firmware.
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I'm on T-Mobile and mine just says I'm up to date. Not sure why it would say your software version isn't supported. You may need to factory reset since you went from U1 to U firmware.
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Oh well. I was hoping to avoid that. What if I flash the CSC_OMC instead of HOME_CSC? I've read that for TMO, CSC_OMC won't cause a factory reset. Do you think it might fix the update problem?
Alternatively, if I wait for the unlocked version of CSB3 and then flash that, would that return my device to being able to receive future unlocked OTAs?
Gary02468 said:
Oh well. I was hoping to avoid that. What if I flash the CSC_OMC instead of HOME_CSC? I've read that for TMO, CSC_OMC won't cause a factory reset. Do you think it might fix the update problem?
Alternatively, if I wait for the unlocked version of CSB3 and then flash that, would that return my device to being able to receive future unlocked OTAs?
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You can try CSC_OMC. It used to cause a factory reset, but I've also heard it doesn't anymore.
If you go back to the U1 firmware when Samsung released Pie, then it should put you back on OTA path, but again you may need to factory reset.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
You can try CSC_OMC. It used to cause a factory reset, but I've also heard it doesn't anymore.
If you go back to the U1 firmware when Samsung released Pie, then it should put you back on OTA path, but again you may need to factory reset.
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If I try CSC_OMC now, would I flash that by itself (having already flashed the other components), or would I reflash everything over again? And would I still omit USERDATA?
Update 1: I did flash CSC_OMC by itself now, and it didn't wipe my apps or data, but it also didn't fix the OTA-check problem.
Update 2: I did a factory reset. Now the software update properly says up-to-date.
I downloaded the PIE update for my N960U a couple months ago and worked perfectly. But now there's no OTA updates and the software upgrade assistant no longer works either. I've been reading on how to fix, but seems awfully confusing. Download this with samfirm, then this with odin, and a bunch of steps and it doesn't make sense to me.
Is there no simple way to get my OTA updates back? There isn't just one file to download and install like I did the PIE update that will be the official Verizon version and be done with it?
Verizon said it's no longer covered under warranty and can't be replaced. I'm not sure I read that downloading the PIE update would void my warranty.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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I downloaded the PIE update for my N960U a couple months ago and worked perfectly. But now there's no OTA updates and the software upgrade assistant no longer works either. I've been reading on how to fix, but seems awfully confusing. Download this with samfirm, then this with odin, and a bunch of steps and it doesn't make sense to me.
Is there no simple way to get my OTA updates back? There isn't just one file to download and install like I did the PIE update that will be the official Verizon version and be done with it?
Verizon said it's no longer covered under warranty and can't be replaced. I'm not sure I read that downloading the PIE update would void my warranty.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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The instructions you found about downloading the newest firmware for Verizon from Samfirm is correct. Take the time to educate yourself about what you are doing so that you can avoid the current situation you're in or worse in the future. Please take the time to read and learn what you are doing to your device before you break it. As far as Verizon telling you it's out of warranty that odd. Does your Knox counter show 0x0? Can you use Samsung Pay or S Health?
1. Find out what the newest version from Verizon for your device
- N960USQS1CSD1
2. Download the version you found out about from samfirm or androidfilehosting
- https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-note9/SM-N960U/VZW/download/N960USQS1CSD1/266832/
3. Use Odin to flash the version you downloaded
- https://mega.nz/#!l8RhzahQ!V8oBOJOEic7e50oCD7KlB4jQltEe8YrzX7s6WGFw_-8
4. Optional, but I recommend a factory reset to avoid issues
5. Use your device.
6. Keep the version you downloaded handy just in case something happens in future.
Good day.
I use the Samsung S10 G973U variant. I've been unable to flash the U1 firmware into it using odin. It always fails.
Attached is my current software info
Also, I never get OTA updates. I don't live in the US.
McWelling said:
Good day.
I use the Samsung S10 G973U variant. I've been unable to flash the U1 firmware into it using odin. It always fails.
Attached is my current software info
Also, I never get OTA updates. I don't live in the US.
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Be sure to look at this thread, it's all about the S10 and xflashing.
But, having done this just today, I can tell you a few things; 1) Your device appears to originally be a vzw version. That means it's a G973U, and because that variant is the 'carrier' one, there will never be updates if you have the U1 firmware (xaa) on it.
Mine is much like yours, it had xaa/xaa/tmb, so no updates either. I used the patched odin (from above thread) and selected Home_csc and updated it, kept data, updated to latest xaa firmware. Security patch of just last month, pretty cool.
cheers
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Be sure to look at this thread, it's all about the S10 and xflashing.
But, having done this just today, I can tell you a few things; 1) Your device appears to originally be a vzw version. That means it's a G973U, and because that variant is the 'carrier' one, there will never be updates if you have the U1 firmware (xaa) on it.
Mine is much like yours, it had xaa/xaa/tmb, so no updates either. I used the patched odin (from above thread) and selected Home_csc and updated it, kept data, updated to latest xaa firmware. Security patch of just last month, pretty cool.
cheers
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Thanks a lot. So would you recommend I flash a Verizon U1 firmware?
I currently use a USC G973U firmware and there are no bloatwares tho.
McWelling said:
Thanks a lot. So would you recommend I flash a Verizon U1 firmware?
I currently use a USC G973U firmware and there are no bloatwares tho.
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So no, as there is no VZW U1 firmware. The U1 device only came with xaa, it's the us open unlocked. Canada has canadian open xac but it's a U device. That would be the only 'open' you could get and get updates, on a U device.
if yer finding the USC works for you, why change? You can flash the xaa, but you'd never get updates, have to do it manually.
All the problems I have had on my S10 started when I upgraded to Android 11, and I'm currently on 12, problems have persisted, some even worsened; issues like wifi and Bluetooth not working and "camera failed" error everytime I open the camera app.
I want to downgrade it back to Android 10, hoping those issues get fixed. The bootloader is 6, and Android 10's last bootloader is 4.
Is it possible to downgrade android 12 to 10?
Help please?
Depends on WHICH S10 you have. Snapdragon bootloaders cannot be downgraded. Exynos I believe can.
I have two Snapdragon S10+ phones with A11 and they work great. I've heard of issues with A12, which is why I have avoided it.
Thank you. I have the snapdragon S10.
I guess od have to take my loss. I'm thinking of getting the S21 and am torn between going for a SD variant and not getting OTA updates or getting the Exynos, which is known to be less reliable but get updates (Exynos is what's available in my region).
What would you recommend?
Recommendation is depending on where you are. In the US, Snapdragon is a good way to go for sure. I don't think it's as good in other countries, but I haven't really looked into that. Plus, if you ever need support in the USA, the Snapdragon would be easier as people won't be confused by the Exynos.
You may not get OTA updates, but you can always apply updates yourself with ODIN and downloads. They can also be applied as an "upgrade" in this manner, so you're not really losing anything as long as you keep up on it yourself, of course.
Honestly, I have stuck to A11 and disabled OTA updates because of the A12 concerns. I imagine I may be overthinking that, but as long as the phone works, what do I care?
What's the "SD" version you're speaking of?
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Recommendation is depending on where you are. In the US, Snapdragon is a good way to go for sure. I don't think it's as good in other countries, but I haven't really looked into that. Plus, if you ever need support in the USA, the Snapdragon would be easier as people won't be confused by the Exynos.
You may not get OTA updates, but you can always apply updates yourself with ODIN and downloads. They can also be applied as an "upgrade" in this manner, so you're not really losing anything as long as you keep up on it yourself, of course.
Honestly, I have stuck to A11 and disabled OTA updates because of the A12 concerns. I imagine I may be overthinking that, but as long as the phone works, what do I care?
What's the "SD" version you're speaking
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schwinn8 said:
Recommendation is depending on where you are. In the US, Snapdragon is a good way to go for sure. I don't think it's as good in other countries, but I haven't really looked into that. Plus, if you ever need support in the USA, the Snapdragon would be easier as people won't be confused by the Exynos.
You may not get OTA updates, but you can always apply updates yourself with ODIN and downloads. They can also be applied as an "upgrade" in this manner, so you're not really losing anything as long as you keep up on it yourself, of course.
Honestly, I have stuck to A11 and disabled OTA updates because of the A12 concerns. I imagine I may be overthinking that, but as long as the phone works, what do I care?
What's the "SD" version you're speaking of?
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Thank you.
SD is Snapdragon. Well, I guess it should be fine using Odin.
I was skeptical about using Odin before as I started having issues with my S10 as I updated from Android 10 to 11 with Odin, but I guess the problem is the software update and not the method of flashing it in.
Ahh, ok... yeah, SD = Snapdragon. I guess I was having a slow day yesterday, haha.
Odin flashes shouldn't be any worse than other methods - in fact, it's what you would do if you're having problems, so it may be better than OTA flashes, which are upgrade only so they can make mistakes...
Generally speaking a "clean" flash is always best on most devices, and you can only get that with Odin, so I think you'd be better off with a clean flash to any version if you've only dealt with upgrade-flashes to-date.
Again, I don't think the ROM is necessarily the problem here. I'm thinking you have a setting or app that's causing your issues. I would suggest clean flashing and then not restoring all your google backed-up stuff, so that you can start clean and add/adjust things manually. I might suggest just starting with the basics at first, and seeing if that eliminates the problem. And then adding things back in carefully (you may even record what you've added in a document or something) so you can see when the problem starts happening.
And, IMO, I recommend NOT installing ANY "power saving" app at all. You shouldn't need it, but if you do install it, then only install one, and record when you did that, so you can see what really happens after it's installed, and whether it's actually saving any power.