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vzw g950u roms

I hate to sound so new build asking this question but with all the variants and threads kind of combining I'm a little confused. I'm not new to xda or rooting or installing ROMs to Samsung devices and have searched but am not getting quite the confirmation I'm looking for.
I see that anyone with the g950u can get root now and that's awesome but are ROMs device specific between all the different variants? I see there is atleast one room that's says g950u in the title of the thread can anyone clear this up for me please?

goddi2010 said:
I hate to sound so new build asking this question but with all the variants and threads kind of combining I'm a little confused. I'm not new to xda or rooting or installing ROMs to Samsung devices and have searched but am not getting quite the confirmation I'm looking for.
I see that anyone with the g950u can get root now and that's awesome but are ROMs device specific between all the different variants? I see there is atleast one room that's says g950u in the title of the thread can anyone clear this up for me please?
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The U.S. devices (g950u) still have a locked bootloader - the first piece of software executed when you power on. Being locked means that it (the CPU) is looking for a specific key (the public signature) embedded in that code before it continues loading the code _ one that only Samsung/Verizon has authorized. To change that public signature yourself, you need the other half of the key (the private key) and that is akin to asking Samsung for all its source code to every device it makes -- never going to happen!
It will only continue the boot process if the signatures match for the next part (basically the ROM) of the code. A custom ROM won't match that signature, so the bootloader won't execute the ROM code. Having 'root' means you have control over everything software related in the ROM *after* it is booted into the ROM - meaning you're already past the whole signature part.
Unless someone finds a backdoor or security flaw that can be exploited on the bootloader (unlikely), or Samsung (or more likely Verizon) gives us a program to unlock the bootloader (even less of a chance), we won't be seeing any ROMs for the g950u. So, do like I did and shut off all the Samsung gunk (I use all of Google's apps because they behave the same way on every device I own - I can't stand Samsung apps or TouchWiz!) that you can, load Nova and set it up to behave the way YOU want it to work. Then just enjoy what you have!

Thank you for your answer I will root and try to make it more like Google

Great post rhricik! Best explanation I've heard in a while.
From what rhricik posted, it sounds like one can't root because the bootloader is locked in the Verizon version?
Are the bootloaders locked on the AT&T and T-Mobile versions?

charter3554 said:
Great post rhricik! Best explanation I've heard in a while.
From what rhricik posted, it sounds like one can't root because the bootloader is locked in the Verizon version?
Are the bootloaders locked on the AT&T and T-Mobile versions?
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Yes, all US variants have a locked bootloader.

charter3554 said:
Great post rhricik! Best explanation I've heard in a while.
From what rhricik posted, it sounds like one can't root because the bootloader is locked in the Verizon version?
Are the bootloaders locked on the AT&T and T-Mobile versions?
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All snapdragons are bootloader locked. Except the Chinese model

goddi2010 said:
I hate to sound so new build asking this question but with all the variants and threads kind of combining I'm a little confused. I'm not new to xda or rooting or installing ROMs to Samsung devices and have searched but am not getting quite the confirmation I'm looking for.
I see that anyone with the g950u can get root now and that's awesome but are ROMs device specific between all the different variants? I see there is atleast one room that's says g950u in the title of the thread can anyone clear this up for me please?[/QUOT
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goddi2010 said:
I hate to sound so new build asking this question but with all the variants and threads kind of combining I'm a little confused. I'm not new to xda or rooting or installing ROMs to Samsung devices and have searched but am not getting quite the confirmation I'm looking for.
I see that anyone with the g950u can get root now and that's awesome but are ROMs device specific between all the different variants? I see there is atleast one room that's says g950u in the title of the thread can anyone clear this up for me please?
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goddi2010 said:
Thank you for your answer I will root and try to make it more like Google
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Cyclone Emperor said:
Yes, all US variants have a locked bootloader.
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TheMadScientist said:
All snapdragons are bootloader locked. Except the Chinese model
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dfoley45066 said:
goddi2010 said:
I hate to sound so new build asking this question but with all the variants and threads kind of combining I'm a little confused. I'm not new to xda or rooting or installing ROMs to Samsung devices and have searched but am not getting quite the confirmation I'm looking for.
I see that anyone with the g950u can get root now and that's awesome but are ROMs device specific between all the different variants? I see there is atleast one room that's says g950u in the title of the thread can anyone clear this up for me please?[/QUOT
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Flash AndroidOne ROM on other model

Hi everyone! I have XT1900-7 model (4gb and 64gb), one person here on XDA told me he turned his model into android one model flashing this firmware https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=962157660013070030 with these files with script https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCQwxaEDHZxBG_FwNWA0ozxfRumI31zd/view.
Just to be sure (no oreo update yet on my model and nothing said by lenovo), anyone else tried it? Future OTA updates?

Hey Giammarcoperiphery,
A very big thank you I searched for something like this quite a time and didn't find anything. As it's my debut on Motorola I just tried it (yeah I know all the risks but best way to learn) and yes, it worked perfect. Everything's fine now, with Oreo and Android One bootscreen.
I don't know if it gets further updates but afaik there's no reason it should not. Just typing this reply because I hope some experienced user will inform us when he sees there's activity on this Thread.
However, can you post a link where this topic was discussed/where you get the information? Thank you

sleeptab said:
Hey Giammarcoperiphery,
A very big thank you I searched for something like this quite a time and didn't find anything. As it's my debut on Motorola I just tried it (yeah I know all the risks but best way to learn) and yes, it worked perfect. Everything's fine now, with Oreo and Android One bootscreen.
I don't know if it gets further updates but afaik there's no reason it should not. Just typing this reply because I hope some experienced user will inform us when he sees there's activity on this Thread.
However, can you post a link where this topic was discussed/where you get the information? Thank you
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=75377622&postcount=4

sleeptab said:
Hey Giammarcoperiphery,
A very big thank you I searched for something like this quite a time and didn't find anything. As it's my debut on Motorola I just tried it (yeah I know all the risks but best way to learn) and yes, it worked perfect. Everything's fine now, with Oreo and Android One bootscreen.
I don't know if it gets further updates but afaik there's no reason it should not. Just typing this reply because I hope some experienced user will inform us when he sees there's activity on this Thread.
However, can you post a link where this topic was discussed/where you get the information? Thank you
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Great! Is your model 1900-7 and 4/64 too? I think I'll try tomorrow :laugh:

No it's 3/32, only version in germany. But should not matter it's same software.
By the way, didn't get any notification for January-Security-Patch-update yet. I think it won't arrive because it's still reteu update channel.
However, Moto-Firmware-Team will certainly update the next Rom/OTA soon.

(NOT A PROJECT)Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 (SM-J710FN) Root

Hello there guys.Feels nice to come back to XDA Developers again.I really need some help with my phone.
I want it to root it so i can delete all the stupid pre installed and non uninstallable apps samsung offers.
Apparently I have the model with the (F)N in the end,so I dont think the other methods would work in my case.
I have bricked an older device called Lenovo Vibe Z (K910) which had some factory problems and I tried to fix them,so I am a bit afraid of trying the methods given(Magisk,Xposed,etc)
What would you recommend?
Sorry for any misunderstanding,but I dont certainly know where I should have posted that thread.

VixenXIV said:
Hello there guys.Feels nice to come back to XDA Developers again.I really need some help with my phone...
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I don't have this device but, your device information is a bit confusing...
The SM-J710FN was released in April of 2016 as outlined in the following link.
http://www.phonemore.com/samsung-galaxy-j7-2016-sm-j710fn/specs/2747
The 2017 Variant was the SM-J730 (Variants) with no "FN" indicator as outlined in the following link.
http://www.phonemore.com/samsung-galaxy-j7-2017-j7-pro/models/1658
With that stated...
The following area of the forum is specific to the J710 Variants.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7
The following area of the forum is specific to the J730 Variants.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7-2017
This could be contributing to your inability to locate information on your specific device.
This is an innocent mistake that isn't a big deal...
Good Luck!
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I DO NOT provide support via PM unless asked/requested by myself. PLEASE keep it in the threads where everyone can share.

Malfunction!
Device is finally rooted but camera doesnt seem to work.I didnt flash any roms etc,just the DisEncryption and SuperSu.
I cant use instagram and other camera-using apps!What can i do to fix it?

Three UK Android Pie Update.

Just wanted to open a thread to let you know that I have spoken to Three UK today (28/02/2019) and they have confirmed that over the next few weeks we should be receiving the Android Pie update for out devices. This is good news as far as I am concerned, shows that they are on it. Hopefully this is good news to people here on the forum and helps with any questions or concerns us UK user's have Any further information I get will be posted here in due time.

The three stock firmware is ****e today I flashed mine to the global stock and its much better and updated to pie.

Punk_Oll said:
The three stock firmware is ****e today I flashed mine to the global stock and its much better and updated to pie.
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Got a link to the global/guide...I'm thinking of doing the same, fed up of hitting system update and seeing nothing!

https://developer.razer.com/razer-phone-dev-tools/
just make sure you install the android bootdevice driver via have a disk.

Punk_Oll said:
The three stock firmware is ****e today I flashed mine to the global stock and its much better and updated to pie.
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So you flashed the unlocked version firmware to your three version to be clear? Wondering if it would be possible to do this with my AT&T version.

Yes that is exactly what I did stock 3uk to stock global

Punk_Oll said:
Yes that is exactly what I did stock 3uk to stock global
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I wonder if this would work with mine. I'm scared to. Lol. Can you tell me the steps you took?

Firstly as I don't know about US carriers double check to see if you can unlock the bootloader in developer options (OEM unlocking) then follow this guide I used minimal ADB fastboot and had to add the razer driver via have a disk this is the guide to follow
https://developer.razer.com/razer-p...49.1222060471.1552416100-429811829.1552217171

Punk_Oll said:
Firstly as I don't know about US carriers double check to see if you can unlock the bootloader in developing options (OEM unlocking) then follow this guide I used minimal ADB fastboot and had to add the razer driver via have a disk this is the guide to follow
https://developer.razer.com/razer-p...49.1222060471.1552416100-429811829.1552217171
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Thanks.

Just wanted to update you all, have just received a communication from THREE UK saying they are running final testing before deploying the update for us. I know people have flashed the stock firmware and have already updated to Pie, this is for those who haven't and are still waiting. By the way, just to add, if you want to run good games one your phone, download Dolphin Emulator, just tried it and it runs games like Splinter Cell and Resident Evil Zero on your Razer 2

Covlinuxguy said:
Just wanted to update you all, have just received a communication from THREE UK saying they are running final testing before deploying the update for us. I know people have flashed the stock firmware and have already updated to Pie, this is for those who haven't and are still waiting. By the way, just to add, if you want to run good games one your phone, download Dolphin Emulator, just tried it and it runs games like Splinter Cell and Resident Evil Zero on your Razer 2
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Where did you get this communication from?
I have just been told that they have no information currently on Twitter
Also on their live chat, I have been told that they don't deal with phone software and I would need to speak to Razer about the update!

BHadwick said:
Where did you get this communication from?
I have just been told that they have no information currently on Twitter
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I contacted @threeuKSUPPORT and this is the reply I got I'm relaying it to you as much as I know hope that helps guys and gals.

Sorry, here's a better image, it's the first time I've done a screenshot on my razer 2 lol. Noob mistake

BHadwick said:
Where did you get this communication from?
I have just been told that they have no information currently on Twitter
Also on their live chat, I have been told that they don't deal with phone software and I would need to speak to Razer about the update!
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Just to let you know, I found this article on the interweb which describes the process of an update being rolled out. It does state that if a carrier wants extra features included in the update, this takes extra time and testing, so that gels with the response I got from the support guys. I am leaning towards trusting the response I got from this
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.xda-developers.com/how-android-software-update-sony/amp/

Rolling out NOW! Just checked for the update through the settings and it's available.
Downloading immediately!

Update is indeed live now
Could anyone post the system update changelog for me?

Heya Guys and gals,
Get mashing that update button cuz its live and available I hope my updates and communications have been helpful over the past few weeks. Enjoy and LLAP. Lets hope it works flawlessly

All installed this end. No issues to report! At long last!!!

wrong section :x
delete this post x)

Have you guys noticed any positive changes?

No VoLTE or WiFi calling option ?

I've just bought this phone, I have a SIM that does support WiFi calling and VoLTE (it's EE in UK), but I don't see the option anywhere. Similarly I don't see a VoLTE option. I've been everywhere in the menus, and it's just not there, or in the phone app.
Is there some magic code I can type in to force it on, like *#*#86583#*#* on a Xiaomi ?
Do either of these work OK for anyone ?
I have version 17.0922.2005.11

I found the answer, and if someone else is looking, Asus needs to add your carrier / country VOLTE/VOWIFI profiles to their firmware.
I guess I have to wait.

lordxenu said:
I found the answer, and if someone else is looking, Asus needs to add your carrier / country VOLTE/VOWIFI profiles to their firmware.
I guess I have to wait.
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Your carrier/counrty COULD be in there already. Prop edits might be necessary. I posted a thread a few days ago, but deleted it, because the thread got spammed.

bs3pro said:
Your carrier/counrty COULD be in there already. Prop edits might be necessary. I posted a thread a few days ago, but deleted it, because the thread got spammed.
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can we possibly convince you to share the info again ( read the thread, and yeah, seems people either are clueless or want everything 5G .. aparently they dont get the dofference between network limitations and phone limitations or something :/ ) just got the ROG3 yesterday, but living in a low coverage area, im more or less depending on VoWIFI most of the time, so would be great to have the phone actually working as intended instead of mostly handheld console XD ..
thank you

bs3pro said:
Your carrier/counrty COULD be in there already. Prop edits might be necessary. I posted a thread a few days ago, but deleted it, because the thread got spammed.
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Please if you have a solution help us

@bs3pro
Can you share this information please? Do you need root? Mind PMing it to me if possible if anything..

bs3pro said:
Your carrier/counrty COULD be in there already. Prop edits might be necessary. I posted a thread a few days ago, but deleted it, because the thread got spammed.
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Any chance you can share it here mate. It would be of great help to everyone. There are stupids everywhere, please donot hesitate to share the info because of those self entitled pricks.
Thanks mate.

bindassever said:
Any chance you can share it here mate. It would be of great help to everyone. There are stupids everywhere, please donot hesitate to share the info because of those self entitled pricks.
Thanks mate.
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Hi Guys,
Just finished adding some hours ago all what is needed to enable it for my ROG 3 and my carrier.
[Guide] Enabling VoLTE/VoWiFi v2 | XDA Developers Forums
I have rooted the phone...
1) download the bootloader unlock from asus support webpage and unlock the bootloader (!!!this wipes your phone!!!)...just select the model and they give you the apk.
2) download twrp custom rom and flash it in fastboot (you need drivers and fasbtoot tool)
3) install magisk apk and use the app to download the proper zip that has to be flashed via custom recovery to enable root
4) having root enabled now you can use the guide above and activate diagnostics (I had to use the remote port option as it would not detect it via USB
5) based on the guide I also used the Xiaomi mi9 mbns (sort of config files for volte and vofi) using my carrier file.
Rebooted and all works now
PS: I had to enable magisk hiding mechanisms to make sure banking apps are working also.
While at this I also added some ad blocking capabilities now that I had to have root
PPS: here is a guide for rooting....(https://www.ytechb.com/how-to-install-xposed-framework-on-android-10/)
for custom recovery (https://dl.twrp.me/I003D/twrp-3.5.0_10-0-I003D.img.html)

With the new update to a12, here in USA a lot of users can make or receive any phone call. with the A11 not issues. Any idea how we can fix this issue ? My phone is not rooted.