Has anyone bought the international dual sim version of Note 9 and is able to use samsung pay in US?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...rentrq:f30678381650a992290dc1f3ffff2956|iid:1
I noticed that the dual sim version they are selling also has Snapdragon 845. I did some research. It seems to me that the Snapdragon 845 is key to use samsung pay in US. Even it does not have it built in, the US firmware can also be flashed in as long as it is Snapdragon 845.
Any thoughts?
tjiang001 said:
Has anyone bought the international dual sim version of Note 9 and is able to use samsung pay in US?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...rentrq:f30678381650a992290dc1f3ffff2956|iid:1
I noticed that the dual sim version they are selling also has Snapdragon 845. I did some research. It seems to me that the Snapdragon 845 is key to use samsung pay in US. Even it does not have it built in, the US firmware can also be flashed in as long as it is Snapdragon 845.
Any thoughts?
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Same situation I have here, I would appreciate if anyone helps us.
Is the Galaxy Note 9 Dual SIM version the international version? Confused as on the Samsung UK website it sells the Dual SIM version.
Also as I want to use only the BTU CSC firmware on my Note 9.
benjaminllim said:
Is the Galaxy Note 9 Dual SIM version the international version? Confused as on the Samsung UK website it sells the Dual SIM version.
Also as I want to use only the BTU CSC firmware on my Note 9.
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i purchased my NOTE 9 from Samsung UK website it's a dual sim version they sent me, it's on SAOMC_SM-N60F_OXM_BTU_OO_0029. Build Number M1AJQ.N960FXXS2ARJ4 Yep I thought the SM-N960F is the international version ? I’m sure it is the international variant!
And found this via G Search See Below!
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SM-N960F/DS
6.4” QHD+ (2960×1440) Super AMOLED 18.5:9, Gorilla Glass 5, HDR 10
6GB RAM + 128GB of storage + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
AKG Tuned stereo speakers + 3.5mm headphone jack
12MP variable aperture rear camera + 8MP front camera
Factory Unlocked International Version. This phone will work with most GSM carriers around the world. Does not support CDMA technology (Verizon, Sprint, etc.)
N1NJATH3ORY said:
i purchased my NOTE 9 from Samsung UK website it's a dual sim version they sent me, it's on SAOMC_SM-N60F_OXM_BTU_OO_0029. Build Number M1AJQ.N960FXXS2ARJ4 Yep I thought the SM-N960F is the international version ? I’m sure it is the international variant!
And found this via G Search See Below!
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SM-N960F/DS
6.4” QHD+ (2960×1440) Super AMOLED 18.5:9, Gorilla Glass 5, HDR 10
6GB RAM + 128GB of storage + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
AKG Tuned stereo speakers + 3.5mm headphone jack
12MP variable aperture rear camera + 8MP front camera
Factory Unlocked International Version. This phone will work with most GSM carriers around the world. Does not support CDMA technology (Verizon, Sprint, etc.)
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Ah ok thanks, do you know if the dual version uses the same firmware as the single version?
Yes the single sim N960F and dual sim N960FD versions use the same firmware.
Not all the international versions of the note 9 are dual sim, you have to look for the N960FD version whitch is the dual sim.
By the way international version uses exynos chipset while the north american version uses snapdragon chipset. All snapdragon versions are single sim.
Other asian versions are exynos and also dual sim but you will lickely have problems with radio bands and software bloatware.
dr.guru said:
Yes the single sim N960F and dual sim N960FD versions use the same firmware.
Not all the international versions of the note 9 are dual sim, you have to look for the N960FD version whitch is the dual sim.
By the way international version uses exynos chipset while the north american version uses snapdragon chipset. All snapdragon versions are single sim.
Other asian versions are exynos and also dual sim but you will lickely have problems with radio bands and software bloatware.
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Thanks for the clear up.
benjaminllim said:
Thanks for the clear up.
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There is a Snapdragon Dual-SIM variant (SM-N9600) that can be rooted.
However,if you're in a market to where the Exynos-powered version is the status quo,you're probably better off getting the Exynos version,especially when it comes to using your region/carrier specific CSC/firmware.
KOLIOSIS said:
There is a Snapdragon Dual-SIM variant (SM-N9600) that can be rooted.
However,if you're in a market to where the Exynos-powered version is the status quo,you're probably better off getting the Exynos version,especially when it comes to using your region/carrier specific CSC/firmware.
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I need the Dual SIM version to be the UK one specifically. Also UK models are only Exynos variants.
"Dual SIM options
Samsung manufactures the Galaxy Note 9 in both Single & Hybrid Dual SIM versions. In the UK, Hybrid Dual SIM is only officially available through Samsung directly."
benjaminllim said:
I need the Dual SIM version to be the UK one specifically. Also UK models are only Exynos variants.
"Dual SIM options
Samsung manufactures the Galaxy Note 9 in both Single & Hybrid Dual SIM versions. In the UK, Hybrid Dual SIM is only officially available through Samsung directly."
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All Dual SIM Exynos phones are identical. The only difference is the CSC installed.
The one being sold in the UK is the exact same as the one being sold in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
MeltdownSpectre said:
All Dual SIM Exynos phones are identical. The only difference is the CSC installed.
The one being sold in the UK is the exact same as the one being sold in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
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Different plugs and network bands; any non-UK version will not work with Samsung Pay in the UK.
benjaminllim said:
Different plugs and network bands; any non-UK version will not work with Samsung Pay in the UK.
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Different plugs is what comes in the box.
Network bands are exactly the same, and Samsung Pay is enabled once you insert a UK SIM.
Sent from my SM-N960F
MeltdownSpectre said:
Different plugs is what comes in the box.
Network bands are exactly the same, and Samsung Pay is enabled once you insert a UK SIM.
Sent from my SM-N960F
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I wanted a UK one because of BTU CSC. I managed to get a Dual SIM UK version.
Be aware that if you use two SIMs that you cannot also use an SD card.
I'm in Europe, but looking for a Qualcomm version with 512 and hopefully also dual SIM. Unfortunately, lots of these listings and review sites are not updated.
Also the Euro versions with Exynos don't seem to come with anything but 256gb. Any other variants?
Hi All,
I just returned empty handed from the Samsung store at the mall. I wanted to pick up the Samsung s20 FE dual sim. I need dual sim. I was told by the sales person that they only carry the single sim in the store. I asked him if he could pop the sim tray from a sample s20 FE and showed me that it only tales a sim and a SD card. Then he said that you can only get dual sim when ordering online.
I just when online and don't see a dual sim option.
So is it true that Samsung makes single sim models and a dual sim model?
Thanks in advance for your response.
pvaldeben said:
Hi All,
I just returned empty handed from the Samsung store at the mall. I wanted to pick up the Samsung s20 FE dual sim. I need dual sim. I was told by the sales person that they only carry the single sim in the store. I asked him if he could pop the sim tray from a sample s20 FE and showed me that it only tales a sim and a SD card. Then he said that you can only get dual sim when ordering online.
I just when online and don't see a dual sim option.
So is it true that Samsung makes single sim models and a dual sim model?
Thanks in advance for your response.
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Yes, it's true. When you say you went online and didn't see a dual-SIM option, do you mean you went to Samsung USA (as it appears you're located in the States)? Samsung USA (or anywhere in North America) doesn't offer a dual-SIM model. What the sales rep meant was you have to go online to buy an international, dual-SIM variant of the S20 FE, of which there are several.
jtOttawa said:
Yes, it's true. When you say you went online and didn't see a dual-SIM option, do you mean you went to Samsung USA (as it appears you're located in the States)? Samsung USA (or anywhere in North America) doesn't offer a dual-SIM model. What the sales rep meant was you have to go online to buy an international, dual-SIM variant of the S20 FE, of which there are several.
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Thanks for the reply looks like I will have to start looking at Oneplus again because I already have a dual sim setup on my oneplus 6t works excellent but wanted something with better camera and able to record calls.
I already tried the Pixel 5 or about 2 weeks but had to return due to all the short coming on dual sim. I was not able to set a separate ring tone for each sim and there is not way to setup call record.
So I'll keep looking for solutions.
pvaldeben said:
Thanks for the reply looks like I will have to start looking at Oneplus again because I already have a dual sim setup on my oneplus 6t works excellent but wanted something with better camera and able to record calls.
I already tried the Pixel 5 or about 2 weeks but had to return due to all the short coming on dual sim. I was not able to set a separate ring tone for each sim and there is not way to setup call record.
So I'll keep looking for solutions.
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I actually quite like Samsung's dual-SIM phones - partly because I am used to Samsung's ecosystem, and partly because of their dual-SIM features. I currently have a dual-SIM S9+, and I plan to get a dual-SIM S20 FE myself. I don't think any of them have native call recording though - but of course there are apps for that.
I am really interested in getting the S21 Ultra but need a dual sim phone for my work number. Speaking with Samsung support, the only version of the S21 Ultra that is dual sim and has the Snapdragon 888 is the Chinese version. Looking online I can find some online that ship to Canada.
What should I know before buying a Chinese Samsung phone. I have read that I need to manually install google play services. Is there anything else?
It's the Sm-g9980. It's a snapdragon dual sim.
I have the note 20 equivalent. Biggest issue seems to be getting updates. We are the forgotten model. Still on android 10.
ekerbuddyeker said:
It's the Sm-g9980. It's a snapdragon dual sim.
I have the note 20 equivalent. Biggest issue seems to be getting updates. We are the forgotten model. Still on android 10.
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If I flash a different ROM, would I lose dual sim?
Go through the forums on note 20 ultra. I am sure you will find there's little or no option for that.
Samsung Pay might not work.