Due to pixel was not sold I was buying pixel 5 from japan. I thought if I flash a US ROM the shutter sound (japan shutter sound law) will go away but it seems like it is still going strong even after I used Cambodia sim. It was used outside japan so if anybody able to turn it off ? or I flashed the wrong ROM
this is the image that I had flashed
11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.C1, Nov 2020)
It looks like from android 11 Google has made it very difficult if not impossible to turn off shutter sound on phones sold in Japan. There are a few workarounds but none are perfect
1. Root and replace the shutter sound files with silent sound. All the camera functions are retained but the phone becomes less secure and you may not be able to use banking apps or Google pay
2. Use of third party camera apps or modified Google camera app
cescman said:
It looks like from android 11 Google has made it very difficult if not impossible to turn off shutter sound on phones sold in Japan. There are a few workarounds but none are perfect
1. Root and replace the shutter sound files with silent sound. All the camera functions are retained but the phone becomes less secure and you may not be able to use banking apps or Google pay
2. Use of third party camera apps or modified Google camera app
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I thought that it was from software so if we able to flash a US based rom and living outside of japan it would be able to do the trick guess Im going to wait for Gcam mode to come to pixel 5 then. Thank you
keanghok said:
It was used outside japan so if anybody able to turn it off ?
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It is possible to switch it off with module for Magisk. Also there is another way... you can covert forever Japan version to European one.
ziand said:
It is possible to switch it off with module for Magisk. Also there is another way... you can covert forever Japan version to European one.
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Could you please elaborate on this? Getting my Japanese Pixel soon and wish I can do this the first day if possible
HarryShan said:
Could you please elaborate on this? Getting my Japanese Pixel soon and wish I can do this the first day if possible
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Ok.
1. Unlock your bootloader
2. Boot to TWRP. Today it is test9 version and it works on Android 11 (So, downgrade if you are on A12)
3. From TWRP run (menu - install) this script: MID_Changer_v2.10-MAGISK-TWRP.zip
4. Choose GTT9Q Model ID (it is Euro Union, Australia) for changing
5. Flash global version Factory Image with device wiping (it can be A12 one)
6. Lock the bootloader. Done
Enjoy
ziand said:
Ok.
1. Unlock your bootloader
2. Boot to TWRP. Today it is test9 version and it works on Android 11 (So, downgrade if you are on A12)
3. From TWRP run (menu - install) this script: MID_Changer_v1.02-TWRP.zip
4. Choose GTT9Q Model ID (it is Euro Union, Australia) for changing
5. Flash global version Factory Image with device wiping (it can be A12 one)
6. Lock the bootloader. Done
Enjoy
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Much appreciated for your work!
Unfortunately I'm getting a Japan Pixel6. The same trick seems impossible because of TWRP support and your patch only supporting Pixel 5.
However your patch still provided some insights. i.e. CDT partition for storing MID info.
I'll take a look on Pixel6 once I get it. Hope it behaves in a similar fashion.
ziand said:
Ok.
1. Unlock your bootloader
2. Boot to TWRP. Today it is test9 version and it works on Android 11 (So, downgrade if you are on A12)
3. From TWRP run (menu - install) this script: MID_Changer_v1.02-TWRP.zip
4. Choose GTT9Q Model ID (it is Euro Union, Australia) for changing
5. Flash global version Factory Image with device wiping (it can be A12 one)
6. Lock the bootloader. Done
Enjoy
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Is there anyone who tried this and confirmed to be working? I am a bit hesitant to try this but I also want to get rid of the camera shutter. Thanks.
ziand said:
Ok.
1. Unlock your bootloader
2. Boot to TWRP. Today it is test9 version and it works on Android 11 (So, downgrade if you are on A12)
3. From TWRP run (menu - install) this script: MID_Changer_v1.02-TWRP.zip
4. Choose GTT9Q Model ID (it is Euro Union, Australia) for changing
5. Flash global version Factory Image with device wiping (it can be A12 one)
6. Lock the bootloader. Done
Enjoy
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Got my Japan Pixel 6 today. Turns out the SKU info is stored in devinfo partition. Replace the original "GR1YH" with global SKU "GB7N6" and it's done. No wipe/reflash required.
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Got my Japan Pixel 6 today. Turns out the SKU info is stored in devinfo partition. Replace the original "GR1YH" with global SKU "GB7N6" and it's done. No wipe/reflash required.
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Hello, can you please kindly walk me through on how to do this? I have a pixel 4a 5g. Do I need root? Your help is very much appreciated. Thank you very much.
HarryShan said:
Got my Japan Pixel 6 today.
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Ok, good
arnteo said:
Hello, can you please kindly walk me through on how to do this? I have a pixel 4a 5g. Do I need root? Your help is very much appreciated. Thank you very much.
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Seems Pixel 4A 5G should be supported by MID_Changer_v1.02-TWRP.zip. Steps above should be enough. What I manually did on Pixel 6 is different and pretty dangerous if not knowing what you're doing.
HarryShan said:
Seems Pixel 4A 5G should be supported by MID_Changer_v1.02-TWRP.zip. Steps above should be enough. What I manually did on Pixel 6 is different and pretty dangerous if not knowing what you're doing.
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Ok. Will try the steps above once I muster the courage to do so. Haha. I am still hesitant about the process if something goes wrong. Thank you.
arnteo said:
Hello, can you please kindly walk me through on how to do this? I have a pixel 4a 5g. Do I need root? Your help is very much appreciated. Thank you very much.
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You can not convert your japan version of 4a 5g to European one because 4a 5g has different hardware of each version: US - USA, ROW - EU and Australia, JPN - Japan.
Even if you change Model ID manually (it is possible), your phone will stay Japan version anyway and it won't help with sound in your camera.
It is possible for Pixel 5 because Japan and European phones have the same hardware - ROW (Rest Of World). Look at your screen bootloader mode of 4a 5g.
But you can switch off the sound in camera with Magisk module. You have to be with root for it.
ziand said:
You can not convert your japan version of 4a 5g to European one because 4a 5g has different hardware of each version: US - USA, ROW - EU and Australia, JPN - Japan.
Even if you change Model ID manually (it is possible), your phone will stay Japan version anyway and it won't help with sound in your camera.
It is possible for Pixel 5 because Japan and European phones have the same hardware - ROW (Rest Of World). Look at your screen bootloader mode of 4a 5g.
But you can switch off the sound in camera with Magisk module. You have to be with root for it.
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Are you sure that they have different hardware? This is sad if that is the case. I guess I will just have to live with the shutter sound. Or I will just root in the future.
arnteo said:
Are you sure that they have different hardware?
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Of course, I am sure with sharing it here.
ziand said:
Of course, I am sure with sharing it here.
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Ok. Thanks for this.
HarryShan said:
Got my Japan Pixel 6 today. Turns out the SKU info is stored in devinfo partition. Replace the original "GR1YH" with global SKU "GB7N6" and it's done. No wipe/reflash required.
View attachment 5463603
Thank you!
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Hi! Can you give more detailed instruction for Pixel 6 ? Thank you very much.
HarryShan said:
Got my Japan Pixel 6 today. Turns out the SKU info is stored in devinfo partition. Replace the original "GR1YH" with global SKU "GB7N6" and it's done. No wipe/reflash required.
View attachment 5463603
Thank you!
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Hi, I recently got my pixel 6 and I want to turn off the shutter sound. I wonder if you can walk me through how to to do this? I really appreciate it if you can!
HarryShan said:
Got my Japan Pixel 6 today. Turns out the SKU info is stored in devinfo partition. Replace the original "GR1YH" with global SKU "GB7N6" and it's done. No wipe/reflash required.
View attachment 5463603
Thank you!
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Hey, any info on how you did this?
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Samsung Galaxy S 4G Carrier Unlocker
Easily unlock your T-Mobile/Wind Samsung Galaxy S 4G!
Have you wanted to do a carrier unlock on your phone easily? Tired of messing around with hex editors by hand? Did the unlock code T-Mobile and other unlock methods gave you not work?
Now you can unlock your phone at the touch of a button!
* One button lock/unlock
* Backup/Restore
* Get your unlock code to unlock by hand
* Fragments Interface
* Root
* Busybox
* GB/ICS/JB Roms
* A compatible phone
* * SGH-T959V (T-Mobile Galaxy S 4G)
* * SGH-T959W (Wind Galaxy S 4G)
(Free) [ROOT] Galaxy S 4G Unlocker on Google Play
December 8, 2014
Version 2.1
Minor under the hood changes
* Updated Google libraries to the latest versions
* Added an About option in the menu
* The application should be a little more reliable during the unlock process now
Dec 18, 2013
Version 2.0 Released!
Features a major UI redesign and easier to follow instructions!
New Icons (Thank you Pat!)
April 20, 2013
First Release!
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Nice:
It's amazing to see that you had the drive to make an app just for your fellow SGS4G users.
Thanks Alot FB.
I just got a Samsung Galaxy S 4G (SGH-T959V).
I went through a factory-wipe, update to 2.3.6, root, custom kernel, CM7 install, and now on CM9. It seems to work fine. Except I'm on AT&T!
I just purchased your app. I will try it out in a few hours. If it works, I'll leave a positive review here and on the Play store.
BitingChaos said:
I just got a Samsung Galaxy S 4G (SGH-T959V).
I went through a factory-wipe, update to 2.3.6, root, custom kernel, CM7 install, and now on CM9. It seems to work fine. Except I'm on AT&T!
I just purchased your app. I will try it out in a few hours. If it works, I'll leave a positive review here and on the Play store.
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Thank you, but if you're already using your SGH-T959V successfully on AT&T it means that your phone is already unlocked and don't need to attempt to unlock again.
FBis251 said:
Thank you, but if you're already using your SGH-T959V successfully on AT&T it means that your phone is already unlocked and don't need to attempt to unlock again.
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I was *not* using it on AT&T, that is why I bought your app.
The phone was locked to T-Mobile. When I put in my AT&T SIM, it asked for a SIM PIN or something.
With the T-Mobile SIM inserted, I ran your app, wrote down the number, put my AT&T SIM in, typed in the number, then it said "Network Unlocked" (or something like that).
Does this mean the device is unlocked for ANY GSM network (such as Bell or Rogers), or was it telling me that it was unlocked for just the AT&T SIM?
BitingChaos said:
I was *not* using it on AT&T, that is why I bought your app.
The phone was locked to T-Mobile. When I put in my AT&T SIM, it asked for a SIM PIN or something.
With the T-Mobile SIM inserted, I ran your app, wrote down the number, put my AT&T SIM in, typed in the number, then it said "Network Unlocked" (or something like that).
Does this mean the device is unlocked for ANY GSM network (such as Bell or Rogers), or was it telling me that it was unlocked for just the AT&T SIM?
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It should work with any compatible GSM network that uses a full-sized SIM card.
Hi, quick question about your App.
There will be soon the SGS4G Google Edition. It will be available only for AT&T and T-Mobile.
I'm from Belgium and I planned to buy the phone during my holidays in the U.S.
Do you think your app will work in this case and unlock the carrier ?
Regards.
Aoshi.be said:
Hi, quick question about your App.
There will be soon the SGS4G Google Edition. It will be available only for AT&T and T-Mobile.
I'm from Belgium and I planned to buy the phone during my holidays in the U.S.
Do you think your app will work in this case and unlock the carrier ?
Regards.
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Whoever decided to name the phone the Galaxy S 4G picked a bad name. The phone this app is designed for came out in 2011 (SGH-T959V or SGH-T959W), so it will not work on the new 2013 Galaxy S 4.
Will it work on non rooted?
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idexample said:
If I rename your file in update.zip will it unlock also a not rooted device?
I tried some other files but unsuccessfully as not signed.
Can I ask which ROM do you suggest for this t959 4g and if it support front camera?
I used to convert avi files from my cheap camera to latest space conscious mp4 h264 on the gt i9000 with official ROM CM10.1 rc5 but often with big files it just slow down, freeze and restart, which parameters of CPU and RAM should I fine tune to achieve video transcoding done? (actually Roman 10 1.5.6)
Thanks
I temporarily rooted with z4mod 1.4 but antivirus alert me of Lena virus, I ignored it but I loose connection shortly using Internet in places never lost before.
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This is a native android application available from Google Play, not a flashable zip file.
Are you sure you're using an SGH-T959V or SGH-T959W
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idexample said:
Yes it is the 959 but I made the example with my old gt i9000 as it is similar in RAM and spec.
You offered aside your Google Play apk also a zip file in your other thread but I was asking how can I flash it if not rooted ask for zip signature.
About the conversion of videos now I have better results with Mackay ROM, must install yet the latest 2.11.4.
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You should post here in the zip file thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1978974
Thanks so much for this. I unlocked in order to switch to a cheaper service. It's working great!
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Failed to replace stock recovery now get only there.
Hi, similar situation please help.
From stock 2.1 I rooted with King root Chinese zip then to go for a new ROM I renamed a cwm zip in update.zip and I read replacing stock recovery..... and saw this cwm just a couples of times, as it revert to stock recovery and doesn't switch on anymore, show grey battery logo fixed when charging, and now after removing the battery for long it goes in stock recovery se2 , cleaned cache and data but nothing change.
Is there please a solution without PC?
Thanks
idexample said:
Failed to replace stock recovery now get only there.
Hi, similar situation please help.
From stock 2.1 I rooted with King root Chinese zip then to go for a new ROM I renamed a cwm zip in update.zip and I read replacing stock recovery..... and saw this cwm just a couples of times, as it revert to stock recovery and doesn't switch on anymore, show grey battery logo fixed when charging, and now after removing the battery for long it goes in stock recovery se2 , cleaned cache and data but nothing change.
Is there please a solution without PC?
Thanks
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You will need a computer. If you have one available here is a guide you can follow that will get your phone on stock gingerbread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21953878&postcount=2
Good luck!
As you work from long time on this device, can I ask you after stock gingerbread what you suggest to put on please?
For non bricked device I will need root and custom recovery, cwm TWRP or other, in other posts I read about Amonra....
Thanks
Thanks and question
Hello,
And thanks for this amazing app. But suddenly it doesnt works for me. I´ll explain.
I´ve purchased one SGH-T959V from Tmobile from ebay. I´ve done the "return to stock rom", root and installed the busybox. When I´ve purchased your app, it downloads but apperas an error message:
Couldnt install on USB storage or SD card.
I´ve tried to install another apps, and they´re installed succesfully.
Could you tell me what can I try?
Thannks
hi am new memeber
i have prblm with my t959v g4 galaxy
when i open it i have message **code pin de déverrouillage du reseaux sim**
i want to know if this app help me in this prblm
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Hi, I wonder if it's possible to convert Hong Kong variant of S20 FE 5G (SM-G7810) to European version (SM-G781B). What I have to do?
Please help me!
it is impossible to do
I am interested too, since I bought a SM-G780 model, which will be delivered to me in the next few days and I would like to carry out the same operation, I have already downloaded the Italian CSC ITV firmware SM-G781B; through Odin, can it be done? The phones have the same features, same processor, change the RAM which in the SM-G780 is 8GB, while in the SM-G781B it is 6GB. Thanks.
GRIBL said:
it is impossible to do
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Are you sure?
Looks like it is possible. Here is how.
masterfu said:
Are you sure?
Looks like it is possible. Here is how.
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I also follow, I'm in Italy, in 15 days I'll get the:
SM-G7810 S20 FE 5G 8GB/128GB.
Have you discovered or tried how to put SM-G781B Firmware?
This information will also be useful for other people who will find themselves in our situation in other countries!
masterfu said:
Are you sure?
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do not give people false hope, this method will not work.
I can say that it will work 100%
Voice HD+ (EVS full band 128kbit/s) you only need to correct the configuration a little.
And flash G7810 to G781B - not possible!
GRIBL said:
do not give people false hope, this method will not work.
I can say that it will work 100%
Voice HD+ (EVS full band 128kbit/s) you only need to correct the configuration a little.
And flash G7810 to G781B - not possible!
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I still have to receive the smartphone, I found the difference between the G7810 and G781global on this forum.
So what are the substantial differences then? And is it possible to put a Firmware / Global Rom while keeping the original phone, that is, without root and with OTAs?
GRIBL said:
do not give people false hope, this method will not work.
I can say that it will work 100%
Voice HD+ (EVS full band 128kbit/s) you only need to correct the configuration a little.
And flash G7810 to G781B - not possible!
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I don't understand what you are trying to say.
First you pasted some screenshot without showing second one for global version (for which rom is it?)
Once you say it will work then you say it won't
As to WiFi calling I am using it all the time at home with Chinese version.
masterfu said:
I don't understand what you are trying to say.
First you pasted some screenshot without showing second one for global version (for which rom is it?)
Once you say it will work then you say it won't
As to WiFi calling I am using it all the time at home with Chinese version.
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Hello, I ask you for more precise information if you can give it to me, since you have this variant!
What are the substantial differences between the G7810 and G781B versions, and the problems with the HK version?
Tony92ita said:
Hello, I ask you for more precise information if you can give it to me, since you have this variant!
What are the substantial differences between the G7810 and G781B versions, and the problems with the HK version?
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I got no problems with HK version, living in Poland. All works fine.
SM-G780x (LTE)
SM-G781x (5G)
masterfu said:
I got no problems with HK version, living in Poland. All works fine.
SM-G780x (LTE)
SM-G781x (5G)
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Perfect. While the Google PlayStore, and other services work? There are no problems or report at the software level I mean!
Because for my country Italy, the frequencies of use of the G7810 are fine! So I was more interested in removal or software related problems!
Thanks a lot for the answer
its not posibil to do that and you dont need to do it you will get the update later in february.
Today arrived my 7810. As I need to be avle to use phone-recording I always did the CSC-trick trouwgh the THL-roms on S8, S9, S10 etc.
Therefore I am curious if there is a way to make phone recording work native as described above, or through app as ACR-call recorder on THY ( Hongkong-ROM).
For hardware the difference between 781B ( Global) & 7810 (Hongkong & China) is 6 GB vs 8GB.
That's probably why people think it is possible to flash other ROM into 7810 .
GRIBL said:
you do not listen to what they tell you, but believe like a naive child in advertising of various stupid sites.
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First have you forgotten the fack this is an international forum, where english isnt for a lot of people tghier first language. And secondly being insulting helps no one.
If you can a technical reason as to why the OP can't just flash a G781B stock rom to his G7810 device, that would more productive. Will it for example just not work and soft-brick his device requiring flashing back to G7810 firmware etc..?
amazinged said:
For hardware the difference between 781B ( Global) & 7810 (Hongkong & China) is 6 GB vs 8GB.
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Are you sure the OP has an 8GB version, checking the following website shows the spec are identical -
- https://phonedb.net/index.php?m=device&s=compare
b1k3rdude said:
Are you sure the OP has an 8GB version, checking the following website shows the spec are identical -
- https://phonedb.net/index.php?m=device&s=compare
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Ofcourse I'm not sure about HIS, but MINE is also a 7810 Hong Kong version with 8 GB.
ALL European sold S20 FE 5G are 6 GB.
So what are the software differences within the sm-g7810 and the sm-g781B because i want to buy this phone too.
pardalos said:
So what are the software differences within the sm-g7810 and the sm-g781B because i want to buy this phone too.
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I would check GSMarena to start with.
As I do not have a 781B, I have no idea about the differences.
Runing a Chinese ROM for now because of native call recorder.
Works fine in the Netherlands.
amazinged said:
Ofcourse I'm not sure about HIS, but MINE is also a 7810 Hong Kong version with 8 GB.
ALL European sold S20 FE 5G are 6 GB.
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I'm thinking of buying the hongkong version from Canada. The process of unlocking the bootloader and rooting will be easier in this version right? Will the custom ROMs be compatible with the 8 GB hongkong version?
Otherwise I will go with the Canadian version.
BREAKING: Galaxy Tab S8 finally gets Android 12L (One UI 4.1.1) update with better multitasking
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is Samsung's first device to launch with Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 on board. Now, ...
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Can confirm EUX CSC is currently out.
Got the update on my regular tab s8 in USA tonight.
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Got the update on my regular tab s8 in USA tonight. View attachment 5699971
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Thanks for the heads up. Just updated as well, USA and using it now.
Thanks! I'm amazed Samsung bothered to put the last release out just 14 days ago.
I got the update for One UI 4.1.1, but I'm still in Android 12
shim80 said:
I got the update for One UI 4.1.1, but I'm still in Android 12
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Google did the same thing on the Pixels, where we were most definitely on "12L"/"12.1" but in software version it still said "12".
roirraW edor ehT said:
Google did the same thing on the Pixels, where we were most definitely on "12L"/"12.1" but in software version it still said "12".
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Okay
Do you know ho do I disable phantom process killing ? Google should've added option to disable it in developper options, but I can't find it
shim80 said:
Okay
Do you know ho do I disable phantom process killing ? Google should've added option to disable it in developper options, but I can't find it
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No, I don't know anything about that. I haven't checked on the Tab S8 Ultra yet, but on my Pixel 6 Pro, there's this option:
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Maybe the "Background check" option could also help, if it exists in OneUI?
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I got the update yesterday on my S8+ but after the first boot I noticed the black background on the boot branding with the white text was flickering instead of solid and once booted the image quality is way worse, like there's no contrast and a yellow filter over the whole screen.
Rebooting doesn't help and no visual related settings were changed under display nor accessibility, anyone else having this problem?
I've been using Android 12L on my Tab S8 for a couple of days, and so far I am very impressed! The taskbar is the game changer. Opening 2-3 apps on the screen was already possible with the edge bar and split screen on 12, but the process is more simplified and intuitive on 12L. The only issue is that you can't use the taskbar on Nova launcher. Samsung launcher isn't too bad but I much prefer Nova... enjoy!
UmiCat said:
The only issue is that you can't use the taskbar on Nova launcher.
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Oh, wow! No wonder I haven't seen the taskbar since I'm using Nova. That's crazy.
roirraW edor ehT said:
Oh, wow! No wonder I haven't seen the taskbar since I'm using Nova. That's crazy.
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Yea, reading around it sounds like the taskbar doesn't work with any non-stock launcher! So disappointing!
UmiCat said:
Yea, reading around it sounds like the taskbar doesn't work with any non-stock launcher! So disappointing!
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I won't hold my breath, but here's hoping either Samsung will provide a way to use it without their launcher, or someone provides a root way to enable the stock AOSP 12.1/12L taskbar, at least.
My tab s8 ultra has CSC XXV, Can I flash this rom by Odin?
duchoapnpd said:
My tab s8 ultra has CSC XXV, Can I flash this rom by Odin?
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If you download the XXV firmware for your exact model number through SamFirm or similar software, then yes.
roirraW edor ehT said:
If you download the XXV firmware for your exact model number through SamFirm or similar software, then yes.
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No, I want to flash EUX firmware on my XXV
duchoapnpd said:
No, I want to flash EUX firmware on my XXV
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If you can unlock the bootloader you can flash any firmware you want. Just make sure it's the one for your model.
(your model number may be different)
roirraW edor ehT said:
If you can unlock the bootloader you can flash any firmware you want. Just make sure it's the one for your model.
(your model number may be different)
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Flashing stock roms shouldn't need bootloader unlocks. Since EUX is stock rom so it should be flashable anyway without touching bootloader. Because it is stock rom.
Also I'm quite sure I have seen others on here flash other region roms on their devices without needing to unlock bootloader.
Never touch bootloader while warranty is active, doing so voids it.
Jake.S said:
Flashing stock roms shouldn't need bootloader unlocks. Since EUX is stock rom so it should be flashable anyway without touching bootloader. Because it is stock rom.
Never touch bootloader while warranty is active, doing so voids it.
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Okay, I assumed wrong that changing CSC (flashing EUX firmware over top of XXV) would require a bootloader unlock. My mistake! Thank you.
I'll always unlock my bootloader immediately, though. No problems for me in the past 12 years, but to be fair, it was only the past 7 years that I've unlocked bootloaders. Before that, and when I was still on Verizon, I was always using exploits to be able to root my Verizon devices. My main devices for the past 6 have been Pixels except for one brief revisit with a Samsung phone a couple of years ago.
roirraW edor ehT said:
Okay, I assumed wrong that changing CSC (flashing EUX firmware over top of XXV) would require a bootloader unlock. My mistake! Thank you.
I'll always unlock my bootloader immediately, though. No problems for me in the past 12 years, but to be fair, it was only the past 7 years that I've unlocked bootloaders. Before that, and when I was still on Verizon, I was always using exploits to be able to root my Verizon devices. My main devices for the past 6 have been Pixels except for one brief revisit with a Samsung phone a couple of years ago.
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Well CSC is only a region code sort off. But every rom for each CSC is stock rom so the device won't become bricked or having issues flashing any CSC region roms. But if you flash a custom rom that is not stock then bootloader unlock is required. Because those do not contain correct certificate that the stock roms do and which therefore becomes rejected or failed when trying to flash them without unlocking the bootloader. While stock ones will pass through without any issues.
I used to flash custom roms years back when there was a workaround where only root was needed to flash. Then bootloader could stay as locked and such, but it was due to a glitch/exploit being used under root method.
Hi!
Pretty sure this has been discussed before, but couldn't find precisely the clarifications I needed. So please bare with me!
The 11 Ultra comes out in CN version and Global version (?)
Please check the "differences" table at the middle of this page: https://www.aliexpress.com/i/32845812011.html
Firstly, let's begin - is this info provided in this table accurate or not?
If it is correct, my understanding is that the hardware between "CN version" and "Global version" may also be different
This is further supported elsewhere e.g.: https://www.quora.com/Which-is-better-Xiaomi’s-global-version-or-China-version (post by James A)
You may have noticed that up until this point, I haven't even used the word "ROM"
Because this is what it still is confusing to me. If the above claims are actually true (that the hardware is different between the two versions), then comes the ROM consideration
According to the previous table, the CN version can either have the CN ROM or the Global ROM. The Global version can only have Global ROM
Its important to clarify the use between "version" (device/hardware) and "ROM" (software/firmware)
That may also explain the (countless) discussions I ve seen across the forums debating which band is supported by which "version" and/or "ROM"
Correct me if I m wrong, but I think that band support on a phone is hardware-based and cannot be altered by flashing a different ROM. Which further supports my argument that we indeed have two different hardware flavors of the Mi 11 Ultra...
If I am correct, and we indeed have the choice of "CN version" and "Global version", it would make sense to go for the "Global version" (which obviously runs on Global ROM and is more expensive!)
But if I am wrong (and there is no hardware variation), then it would make sense to go for the "CN version" and then flash the "Global ROM" myself (and save me some money!)
Just to clarify - when I say "hardware variation" I don't mean differences in the specs; those should be the same! I m talking materials used, quality, and certifications (e.g. CE, FCC) that the CN version wouldn't have (according to those resources)
Is there someone here who can shed light to this? I d rather hear from someone how really knows the actual case of whats going on here (and no more assumptions/hypotheses!)
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Hi!
Pretty sure this has been discussed before, but couldn't find precisely the clarifications I needed. So please bare with me!
The 11 Ultra comes out in CN version and Global version (?)
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Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro/Ultra / 11 Ultra (star) same rom.
Cn,EEA,Global,Indian,Indonesian version.
Difference between Cn version and other version:
the band B28b(700) does not exist on the CN version.
Buying a Cn version with a global rom is more expensive than with the CN rom, especially since it is possible to install a different version without any problems.
In any case with a Cn version,if you install a EEA or Global rom, the bootloader cannot be locked, which results in an uncertified play store and banking apps that cannot be installed.
Solution:
Either you root and use Magisk hide or you install a Xiaomi EU rom which exists in stable or weekly version without root and with the bootloader unlocked.
NOSS8 said:
Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro/Ultra / 11 Ultra (star) same rom.
Cn,EEA,Global,Indian,Indonesian version.
Difference between Cn version and other version:
the band B28b(700) does not exist on the CN version.
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So, minus one LTE band...OK, I guess I can live with that
But no other differences e.g. build quality of the device?
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Buying a Cn version with a global rom is more expensive than with the CN rom, especially since it is possible to install a different version without any problems.
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Thing is, I realised that I cannot find any "Global version" variants. Only thing on sale right now seems to be the CN version with CN ROM (+option for Global ROM)
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In any case with a Cn version,if you install a EEA or Global rom, the bootloader cannot be locked, which results in an uncertified play store and banking apps that cannot be installed.
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This is a problem. I still need a phone that is fully functional, especially at this price tag!
I need certified Play for my banking apps, so its no use without it
Its good to hear that little detail now (its quite shocking this is not mentioned on all the ads that sell the CN!)
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Solution:
Either you root and use Magisk hide or you install a Xiaomi EU rom which exists in stable or weekly version without root and with the bootloader unlocked.
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Hmm, but Xiaomi EU will also result me having unlocked bootloader, right? (hence not certified Play)
So not really a solution
(p.s. I don't want to root the phone either..)
"Thing is, I realised that I cannot find any "Global version" variants. Only thing on sale right now seems to be the CN version with CN ROM (+option for Global ROM)."
Indeed, yet they exist on paper
"Hmm, but Xiaomi EU will also result me having unlocked bootloader, right? (hence not certified Play)
So not really a solution
(p.s. I don't want to root the phone either..)"
Nope, Xiaomi Eu rom is a custom rom not the stock EEA(Europe Version),Everything works(certified Play store) without root and with the bootloader unlocked, as mentioned above.
NOSS8 said:
Nope, Xiaomi Eu rom is a custom rom not the stock EEA(Europe Version),Everything works(certified Play store) without root and with the bootloader unlocked, as mentioned above.
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I see. Sounds like a solution then
May I ask a (probably) silly question - are those Xiaomi EU builds trustworthy? Are they still Open Source?
Also, that band B28b(700), according to this: https://halberdbastion.com/intelligence/countries-nations/germany
serves some 15% of the LTE users here in Germany. Which is not neglictible in a sense, but not the end of the world either. Telefonica, which I use at the moment, really sucks in terms of coverage...
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I see. Sounds like a solution then
May I ask a (probably) silly question - are those Xiaomi EU builds trustworthy? Are they still Open Source?
Also, that band B28b(700), according to this: https://halberdbastion.com/intelligence/countries-nations/germany
serves some 15% of the LTE users here in Germany. Which is not neglictible in a sense, but not the end of the world either. Telefonica, which I use at the moment, really sucks in terms of coverage...
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They have been modifying roms for 11 years and are present on XDA.
I have been using these roms for a long time without any problems.
You can go there with your eyes closed.
Many with a Cn version use them.
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One final, less important question: does the CN version come with the (cable) charger in a retail box?
I don't know whether I should expect the box to be properly sealed (as I usually opt for!)
Some sellers claim that it needs to be opened in order to "check that everything is there" (which is just BS)
But someone told me that it may be opened at the customs upon arrival...can they really do something like that?
I ve always have the fear of receiving something that is not really 'brand new' (e.g. refurb or a returned from previous customer). There must be a counter to check on possible usage (don't know if that can be reset to by someone who knows how to do it)
Anyhow, that will be it, thanks for all feedback!
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One final, less important question: does the CN version come with the (cable) charger in a retail box?
I don't know whether I should expect the box to be properly sealed (as I usually opt for!)
Some sellers claim that it needs to be opened in order to "check that everything is there" (which is just BS)
But someone told me that it may be opened at the customs upon arrival...can they really do something like that?
I ve always have the fear of receiving something that is not really 'brand new' (e.g. refurb or a returned from previous customer). There must be a counter to check on possible usage (don't know if that can be reset to by someone who knows how to do it)
Anyhow, that will be it, thanks for all feedback!
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A tip don't buy on Ali,
https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/
Maybe more expensive but better service.
jstoner said:
One final, less important question: does the CN version come with the (cable) charger in a retail box?
I don't know whether I should expect the box to be properly sealed (as I usually opt for!)
Some sellers claim that it needs to be opened in order to "check that everything is there" (which is just BS)
But someone told me that it may be opened at the customs upon arrival...can they really do something like that?
I ve always have the fear of receiving something that is not really 'brand new' (e.g. refurb or a returned from previous customer). There must be a counter to check on possible usage (don't know if that can be reset to by someone who knows how to do it)
Anyhow, that will be it, thanks for all feedback!
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There a few online check services that can check the activation date , to ensure it is really "brand new" , not refurb/returned. I think they're fetching the data from Xiaomi server.
Bobfish said:
There a few online check services that can check the activation date , to ensure it is really "brand new" , not refurb/returned. I think they're fetching the data from Xiaomi server.
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Better with official tool
https://www.mi.com/global/verify/#/en/tab/imei
NOSS8 said:
A tip don't buy on Ali,
https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/
Maybe more expensive but better service.
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How about this: https://www.giztop.com/xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-global-rom.html ??? Seems alright..
(I just need the phone, in its retail box, unopened if possible - I ll do the flashing to EU myself)
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How about this: https://www.giztop.com/xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-global-rom.html ??? Seems alright..
(I just need the phone, in its retail box, unopened if possible - I ll do the flashing to EU myself)
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https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/mi-1...ductlisting&utm_content=xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-cn
https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/mi-1...isting&utm_content=xiaomi-mi-11-ultra-12gb-cn
https://fr.trustpilot.com/review/www.giztop.com
https://fr.trustpilot.com/review/tradingshenzhen.com
I can't choose storage on giztop.
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I can't choose storage on giztop.
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I was interested in the 12gb/256gb anyway (and Black!)
617eur+postage is as low as it gets (taking into account the trust rating as well)
Strangely enough, the Compatability Assistant says that B28/700MHz is supported by O2/Telefonica (?)
Only thing left now is to see if they ll be willing to ship the box sealed (and maybe in a larger box to accommodate the charger). It shouldn't be a problem for the CN version - as I don't want anything 'extra'
I m not a fan of the "all devices are checked before shipping" notice at the bottom
If it is for it to be 'abused' at a customs random check, so be it. But I don't see any reason for them to open the box. That should be my honour to do so!
NOSS8 said:
In any case with a Cn version,if you install a EEA or Global rom, the bootloader cannot be locked, which results in an uncertified play store and banking apps that cannot be installed.
Solution:
Either you root and use Magisk hide or you install a Xiaomi EU rom which exists in stable or weekly version without root and with the bootloader unlocked.
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Why is it that you can't lock the bootloader? I just bought a global rom flashed chinese version phone since it was cheaper. But I would like to have all functions back.
The xiaomi EU rom is actually a custom rom so I would love not to use it. Also some youtubers from my country said that magisk solves the problem until the first reboot which makes it start boot looping afterwards.
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Santhes said:
Why is it that you can't lock the bootloader? I just bought a global rom flashed chinese version phone since it was cheaper. But I would like to have all functions back.
The xiaomi EU rom is actually a custom rom so I would love not to use it. Also some youtubers from my country said that magisk solves the problem until the first reboot which makes it start boot looping afterwards.
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Why is it that you can't lock the bootloader?
Because Chinese phones are only intended for the Chinese market.
Could you be more specific?
(But I would like to have all functions back.)
YouTube is not XDA.
NOSS8 said:
Why is it that you can't lock the bootloader?
Because Chinese phones are only intended for the Chinese market.
Could you be more specific?
(But I would like to have all functions back.)
YouTube is not XDA.
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Well some say bank apps don't work and NFC payment does not work also. I'm Currently using a MI 9 SE global version and I have grown acostomed to using nfc payment and some other apps like netflix and stuff. Since the MI 11 ultra I bought is coming with the global ROM I would lose those.
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Well some say bank apps don't work and NFC payment does not work also. I'm Currently using a MI 9 SE global version and I have grown acostomed to using nfc payment and some other apps like netflix and stuff. Since the MI 11 ultra I bought is coming with the global ROM I would lose those.
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This is due to the unlocked bootloader and the uncertified play store.
So root + magisk or Xiaomi eu rom.
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This is due to the unlocked bootloader and the uncertified play store.
So root + magisk or Xiaomi eu rom.
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By using the root + Magisk everything is enabled again? Even OTA updates? Or just the functions that I asked?
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By using the root + Magisk everything is enabled again? Even OTA updates? Or just the functions that I asked?
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Yeap, normally, for OTA (not sure) anyway you can do them manually and start again the root again each time.
Xiaomi Eu roms are 100% safe.
i was looking at this guide on how to do it on the pixel 6 and was wondering how to do it on the 7. what about the factory images from google? can i flash this image instead?
after some trial and error using the factory images that google provides, its a bit difficult for me personally with the amount of free time that i have to intensively research this project. so i gained root, enabled volte wifi calling and 5g using this great guide and enabled the camera sounds toggle using this module so i can silence the annoying fake shutter sound. so far so good. i think that there are more things to do like passing the saftynet thing and maybe tinkering in the buildprop.
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i was looking at this guide on how to do it on the pixel 6 and was wondering how to do it on the 7. what about the factory images from google? can i flash this image instead?
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Hi, some step right here and I know one guy who change the SKU number only.
Converting Japanese Pixel 6 to Global version
I live in a country with no Pixel availability and end up purchasing one in Japan. Limitations(mostly forced shutter and screenshot sound) on Japan phones can be pretty annoying, so I researched a bit on how to remove those. Search leads me to...
forum.xda-developers.com
I've managed to convert my JP pixel 7 into global version thanks to that post above by following the instructions from HarryShan.
wlteh said:
I've managed to convert my JP pixel 7 into global version thanks to that post above by following the instructions from HarryShan.
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@wlteh what hexeditor did you used?
renzgy said:
@wlteh what hexeditor did you used?
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I used Hex Fiend for Mac.
wlteh said:
I used Hex Fiend for Mac.
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ok thanks. im using windows11.
UPDATE: I Successfully changed the help of @HarryShan instructions and using the app of hex editor in Playstore.
Big thank you for sharing this and to @HarryShan for the simple instructions.
I wanted to contribute in a tiny way since I didn't see it in this thread.
The JP SKU for Pixel 7 is G03Z5
For the other 2 SKU numbers
GQML3
GVU6C
I used the first one since it is listed to have support for both 5G networks. Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/google-pixel-7-5g-support/
Pannka said:
Big thank you for sharing this and to @HarryShan for the simple instructions.
I wanted to contribute in a tiny way since I didn't see it in this thread.
The JP SKU for Pixel 7 is G03Z5
For the other 2 SKU numbers
GQML3
GVU6C
I used the first one since it is listed to have support for both 5G networks. Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/google-pixel-7-5g-support/
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I think the GQML3 version is only for Verizon units, which is considered locked. I'm not sure if that will affect your connectivity in any way if you're not on Verizon. The GVU6C is the unlocked version which is meant for global use on any carriers.
Thank you @wlteh for the info. I haven't actually inserted my SIM yet to test so I will change to the GVU6C version beforehand.
Also if anyone plans on unrooting the phone, don't forget to flash the stock image first. I got a "No operating system could be found" message after I bootlocked my phone. Luckliy "volume down + power button" combo got me back into fastboot so I could unlock the bootloader again.
Hi Guys
I've managed to convert my JP pixel 7 into global version but the thing is most of voice calls are working only 3g mode when i switch it to 4G or 5G voice calls are not works for me. When someone trying to call to my phone its says my mobile phone is swithed off. any idea to fix this?