Hello, I saw that you can edit the build.prop file to enable multiple users, but unsure how with my specific phone. Magisk can only root Exynos phones. And TWRP supports the international S10 phones but not the US ones. Has anyone been able to do this?
You need root for that and the U.S. phone variants of the S10 have locked bootloaders, so no root or TWRP for us which is sad.
StoneyJSG said:
You need root for that and the U.S. phone variants of the S10 have locked bootloaders, so no root or TWRP for us which is sad.
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Love the camera, but hate the operating system on this thing. Thanks.
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is the unlocked A-716U rootable using magisk and does anyone think there will be development on it(ie Custom recoveries ? One last question one this specific model; assuming root is possible on unlocked would it be possible to get a carrier locked version (cost saving) and reflash firmware similar to oneplus's MSMtool?
lastly is the A71 SM-A715F/DS root-able with TWRP support?
Thank you
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everyone is going to say/think "search the forum!!!" but unfortunately the posts available dont list specific model numbers when talking about successful root/custom recovery,.
U.S. variants usually can't be unlocked and therefore you can't install custom stuff like magisk patched files.
That used to be the case until recently that a person was offering bootloader unlock as a service to many 2019 and onward devices, as you can see here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/sampwnd-usa-model-bl-unlock-info-u-u1-w.4201689/
But, you would have to ask if the A71 is supported. It probably would need to be tested, but the owner of the thread was quite confident that it could be possible.
ShaDisNX255 said:
U.S. variants usually can't be unlocked and therefore you can't install custom stuff like magisk patched files.
That used to be the case until recently that a person was offering bootloader unlock as a service to many 2019 and onward devices, as you can see here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/sampwnd-usa-model-bl-unlock-info-u-u1-w.4201689/
But, you would have to ask if the A71 is supported. It probably would need to be tested, but the owner of the thread was quite confident that it could be possible.
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Oh okay, so there is no MSMtool like with oneplus devices where you can just change to international firmware? If so if there an international 5g version of the a71 (any a-series) with 5G? sorry the model/SKU's for samsung devices is confusing and there is an insane amount of them.
sixisixsix said:
Oh okay, so there is no MSMtool like with oneplus devices where you can just change to international firmware? If so if there an international 5g version of the a71 (any a-series) with 5G? sorry the model/SKU's for samsung devices is confusing and there is an insane amount of them.
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I'm sort of guessing that's the Odin equivalent of Samsung devices, not sure I've never owned a OnePlus device.
You can use Odin to flash different firmware on the device as long as it's the same SoC. For example, I've flashed Galaxy S9+ Unlocked firmware on my T-Mobile Galaxy S9+. One is variant SM-G965U and the other is SM-G965U1. However on this case, both firmware were US. One was unbranded U.S. firmware and the other was T-mobile branded firmware. I've also flashed Poland firmware on my Mexican A71, they're both model SM-A715F on this case.
I don't know if there's an international variant of the A71 5G. I guess you'll have to look that part up on your own. I think there is though.
The MSM tool enable users to take a carrier locked oneplus device and unlock it among other things. can odin unlock bootloaders ?
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The MSM tool enable users to take a carrier locked oneplus device and unlock it among other things. can odin unlock bootloaders ?
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Not really. Odin can only flash firmware, either stock or custom (you use it to flash TWRP and then basically everything else you flash with TWRP).
And no, Odin doesn't do any bootloader unlocking, any unlocking is done with the device itself. But as I mentioned, U.S devices aren't unlockable out the box.
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Not really. Odin can only flash firmware, either stock or custom (you use it to flash TWRP and then basically everything else you flash with TWRP).
And no, Odin doesn't do any bootloader unlocking, any unlocking is done with the device itself. But as I mentioned, U.S devices aren't unlockable out the box.
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when you say "out of the box" do you mean there is NO possible way to unlock them or it takes a process?
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when you say "out of the box" do you mean there is NO possible way to unlock them or it takes a process?
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There is no possible way to do it... for free as of now. If you want to unlock the U.S. variant you have to do it via the paid service I pointed out and thats only IF it works (as I mentioned, its been untested on the A71)
In comparison, you can buy the F variant, turn it on, head to developer settings and select OEM unlock and then unlock the bootloader.
If we ignore the paid service, sampwnd, that I pointed out in my other response then it is impossible to unlock the bootloader of the US variant and therefore, impossible to root.
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There is no possible way to do it... for free as of now. If you want to unlock the U.S. variant you have to do it via the paid service I pointed out and thats only IF it works (as I mentioned, its been untested on the A71)
In comparison, you can buy the F variant, turn it on, head to developer settings and select OEM unlock and then unlock the bootloader.
If we ignore the paid service, sampwnd, that I pointed out in my other response then it is impossible to unlock the bootloader of the US variant and therefore, impossible to root.
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how much does the paid service cost and do you have a link? i didnt see you mention it before. also do you have the aseries discord invite or telegram?
sixisixsix said:
how much does the paid service cost and do you have a link? i didnt see you mention it before. also do you have the aseries discord invite or telegram?
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I'm not really sure about the cost as I've never used the service myself, but I know the person running the thread is very reliable
Link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/sampwnd-usa-model-bl-unlock-info-u-u1-w.4201689/
There are a few A71 groups on Telegram, you can just search with @A71 on there, most groups are public
I had my S10 unlocked to work with any carrier, but the default is Sprint, it keeps asking me to activate the phone which is driving me nuts. My SIM works but its not a sprint SIM. I was wondering if I could just flash a Verizon FW to it of the same build? I tried to root this phone but im having problems-That was my first intention. My phone is a S10 Model SM-G973U P.S. Is there anyway to root this model? I tried Magisk. Thanks, Rob
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I had my S10 unlocked to work with any carrier, but the default is Sprint, it keeps asking me to activate the phone which is driving me nuts. My SIM works but its not a sprint SIM. I was wondering if I could just flash a Verizon FW to it of the same build? I tried to root this phone but im having problems-That was my first intention. My phone is a S10 Model SM-G973U P.S. Is there anyway to root this model? I tried Magisk. Thanks, Rob
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You can try to insert a Sprint sim card for a few minutes. Maybe that helps to prevent the activation message.
Bad news about rooting... bootloader is locked.
Here is a thread for you:
Snapdragon root [waiting room] discussion
I think this thread is needed. I am an HK snapdragon S10 owner and really want root, I tried the method that is available which some claim is only for Exynos but no official word of it that I found but after flashing patched firmware, phone...
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I'm wondering if anyone knows if its possible to flash the firmware for a regular S20 5G (SM-G981) to an S20 FE 5G. My phone is from Verizon (SM-G781V) if that matters. They both have the same processor I believe (Snapdragon 865). Only difference is amount of RAM I think. I would think the regular S20 would have more features than the FE version and would like to enjoy them. Thanks in advance.
U can add G981 features to your G781V without flashing by edit kernel
How do I go about editing the kernel without being able to root or even unlock the bootloader? There is no option to allow for unlocking the bootloader in developer options that I see. Unless there's a trick I don't know about.
I also assume Magisk is out of the question too? I know some phones you can download the firmware and the Magisk app will patch the boot image from the AP file but bootloader still has to be unlocked for that too correct?
And thank you for saving a potential bricked phone before I went ahead and did something stupid.
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How do I go about editing the kernel without being able to root or even unlock the bootloader? There is no option to allow for unlocking the bootloader in developer options that I see. Unless there's a trick I don't know about.
I also assume Magisk is out of the question too? I know some phones you can download the firmware and the Magisk app will patch the boot image from the AP file but bootloader still has to be unlocked for that too correct?
And thank you for saving a potential bricked phone before I went ahead and did something stupid.
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Very much wanting to know the answer to this as well.
no is the answer, Odin shouldn't let you flash another phones firmware. your FE isn't even compatible with software from other FE versions never mind the S20.
Hi fam,
Recently purchased a Tab S8+ 5G from Verizon. I love the device, but I absolutely HATE Verizon's Message+ app. I would love to be able to use Samsung's Calls and Texts on Other Devices feature with it, but Verizon blocks it in favor of their homegrown monstrosity.
So my question to you guys is: is there any way that I'd be able to flash a different firmware on it? One that gets rid of the VZW bloatware and reactivates the useful Samsung features? TIA
Hey, I'm not sure how it works, but my understanding is that some carriers in US(like verzion) block the ability to unlock bootloader, and add their bloatware to the device.
If you're able to do the first step of the root guide (unlock bootloader) then you should be able to flash another firmware or just remove the bloatware with root.
Some people probably have better knowledge on this than me.
Keep in mind unlocking bootloader would affect KNOX and trigger KNOX so it becomes permanent unavailable and re-locking bootloader won't bring KNOX back. Which means apps that needs KNOX won't function anymore.
You may be able to re-flash your device with odin to new region firmware. So then you don't have to touch bootloader unlock. Since I'm quite sure I have seen users here being able to flash another region firmware to their devices with odin so their bootloader is un-touched.
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Hey, I'm not sure how it works, but my understanding is that some carriers in US(like verzion) block the ability to unlock bootloader, and add their bloatware to the device.
If you're able to do the first step of the root guide (unlock bootloader) then you should be able to flash another firmware or just remove the bloatware with root.
Some people probably have better knowledge on this than me.
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Normally re-flashing stock firmware won't need you to unlock the bootloader.
So when selecting firmware online to download it gives me the option for the following CSCs for my model (SM-X808U):
VZW
TMB
TMK
USC
While I get that they are all carrier specific and will come with their own bloatware, which is the lesser of the evils? Which will allow me to activate the "Calls and Texts on Other Devices" feature?
TIA
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So when selecting firmware online to download it gives me the option for the following CSCs for my model (SM-X808U):
VZW
TMB
TMK
USC
While I get that they are all carrier specific and will come with their own bloatware, which is the lesser of the evils? Which will allow me to activate the "Calls and Texts on Other Devices" feature?
TIA
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TMB CSC gives you Call and Texts on Other Devices
Sorry to just drop a question, but I can't find the answer. Can the snapdragon S10 SM-G973u1 bootloader be unlocked? If not is there another way to root it?
Thank you
Chris
HelloChris333333, just when you post on a forum the courtesy of saying hello. Yes you can root just with the firmware of your model S10 SM-G973U1 US model so not compatible with EU firmware.
meric57 said:
HelloChris333333, just when you post on a forum the courtesy of saying hello. Yes you can root just with the firmware of your model S10 SM-G973U1 US model so not compatible with EU firmware.
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I'm not sure that's true, but I would love to find out I'm wrong.
In my research, the SD phones cannot be unlocked unless you are on (and remain on) an older BL version. The last unlockable BL version was 4, as I recall... if you're running updated firmware you are likely on BL 6. Even on 4, the process was not free and once you did it you could not update to a newer version of FW without losing the unlock.
For this reason, I gave up on getting root/BLunlock on my phone... and honestly, I have not missed it. This is also why I have not seen much development of FW for the SD phones anywhere.
Again, if I'm wrong, I'd love to learn how it's done!
Hello meric57
Can you share a link to the firmware I need? I just bought this phone and there is no OEM unlock option, it is a US phone. If I cannot root it I will have to sell it and get another phone.
Thanks
Chris
I guess another question would be where can I get a S10 with the Exynos chip?
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Chris
Using ADB I keep getting "waiting for device" and then I find I need to unlock the bootloader. This crap is an endless circle.
U4 can be unlocked before , I can unlock it , Special engineering documents need to be made
I'm V6 nothing available. I bought a G973F instead. G973u1 going on ebay.
Exactly, there is really no root/unlock for snapdragon phones unless you're on a very old BL (and you have to stay there so you can't update). IMO, that's not "can be unlocked" even with "special" steps, particularly since most phones today will have newer BLs (even a year ago, I couldn't find a BL4 phone)... but, yes, it's technically true to say it can be unlocked, but only in very limited cases.
@Chris33333 For this reason, I get that you may want to go to the Exynos instead... I'm curious, if you're in the US, how does that work with carriers? Does it? I've found most US carriers refuse to activate phones that don't match their list of "compatible" IMEIs... I imagine an F-series phone won't be on that list.
I'm in the US using Straight Talk with T-mobile. I've had a Galaxy S5 rooted for years. With straight talk I can use AT&T, T-mobile, or Verizon. But this international phone does not do Verizon.
And StraightTalk will activate the F-series phone without complaint or issues? If so, that's great to hear... because I know VZ and ATT typically won't...
I haven't put the SIM in it yet. Still trying to delete all the crap off the phone.
Lol
Hello Chris33333, https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s10/firmware/SM-G973U1/XAA/