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[Q] Debranding NOTE 4 on 3 Network (UK)

Hey People
Got my Note 4 on friday and I love it ..
The only thing I do not like about the phone is the 3 (UK) symbol that comes up when you power up the phone so I would like to unbrand the phone
Question is does three phones come unlocked ? and if they dont do I really need to unlock it before I unbrand it.
What website will supply a good untouched firmware ??
thanks in advance
Ant

If your phone has network branding then chances are its also locked to that network, three may be able to provide unlock code for free or a fee, you can check if your phone is locked by putting another network sim in your phone, if the phone asks for a code on boot then its locked, if your phone just loads as normal and finds the network then you know its unlocked.
Go to sam mobile website who have all the firmwares you need.....
Link for UK BTU below
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/36857/N910FXXU1ANJ4_N910FBTU1ANJ1_BTU.zip/

martytarty said:
If your phone has network branding then chances are its also locked to that network, three may be able to provide unlock code for free or a fee, you can check if your phone is locked by putting another network sim in your phone, if the phone asks for a code on boot then its locked, if your phone just loads as normal and finds the network then you know its unlocked.
Go to sam mobile website who have all the firmwares you need.....
Link for UK BTU below
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thanks for the link buddy..
I just put my old sim card (o2) in the note 4 and it gets reception and can make and recieve phone calls
so now its debranding time :laugh:

Does it trip the knox warranty flag when flashing original Samsung ROM via ODIN in order to get rid of the provider modified ROM?

raupe1337 said:
Does it trip the knox warranty flag when flashing original Samsung ROM via ODIN in order to get rid of the provider modified ROM?
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hi mate
I used odin 3.09 and installed the original samsung firmware
when i go into that boot mode it says
knox warranty void 0x0
so to my understanding this does not void my warrenty ?

Yep, you are good to go i guess. Thanks!

Flashing a stock firmware will not trip knox in any way, only rooting or custom firmwares would trip knox

All three phones are sent unlocked

Does this mean the OPs phone will automatically get 'vanilla' note 4/android updates or does the phone the phone still think it's a Three specific model?

fz9999 said:
Does this mean the OPs phone will automatically get 'vanilla' note 4/android updates or does the phone the phone still think it's a Three specific model?
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If the phone has been debranded correctly it will think it's a ''vanilla' note 4" (well actually if you've debranded then your phone is a 'vanilla' note 4)
Flash stock btu
factory reset required to change the csc (carrier sales code) to generic uk one (BTU)
you should then get ota updates for "vanilla note 4"

This is good to see, I should get my three phone on friday.
Looking on the three my account page theres an option to "unlock" your phone. Obviously I don't have the phone yet so I cannot try it.
Still nice to know I can just flash the stock firmware.

I'm pretty sure 3 UK brags that it no longer locks there handsets to their network.

Thankyou
i was annoyed when i saw this on my 3 branded note four, after doing this reflash
status is still official and knox is 0x0.
I thought three had stopped branding thier phones as the last two i had wasnt.
The only thing now is i wish i could remove evernote, dont use it , dont want it, but also unable to disable it!!!.

Hi,
I'm a bit confused here, I've flashed the BTU firmware. I typed in *#272*IMEI# and nothing happens. I typed in *#1234# and it says my CSC is BTU. Is that it, do I need to do anything else? Someone mentioned having to factory reset but if my CSC is showing as the BTU do I need to?
I tried factory reset but when I boot into manual mode with volume key up+home+power it states:
Appling multi-csc
applied the csc-code:H3G
successfully applied multi-csc
So isn't the CSC still on Three UK instead of vanilla?
Despite the above I'm getting software updates now so.... meh?

Can you post some link to the unbranded rom please
thank you

I used the one the guy on the first page linked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56133581&postcount=2

Creomortis said:
This is good to see, I should get my three phone on friday.
Looking on the three my account page theres an option to "unlock" your phone. Obviously I don't have the phone yet so I cannot try it.
Still nice to know I can just flash the stock firmware.
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How exactly are you guys doing this? Any video tutorials? Im really close to returning the phone for an iPhone if i can't get rid of the Carrier modifications.

Just open the firmware link on the first page and follow the instructions. Then factory reset your phone. I held down vol up+home+power for download mode and vol down+home+power for boot menu. I used the boot menu to factory reset making sure I wiped all the caches.

Creomortis said:
Just open the firmware link on the first page and follow the instructions. Then factory reset your phone. I held down vol up+home+power for download mode and vol down+home+power for boot menu. I used the boot menu to factory reset making sure I wiped all the caches.
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No need to factory reset. I downloaded the firmware from from your helpful post, and flashed my Vodafone branded Note 4, once it rebooted job was done. No vodafone crapware and all apps etc intact.
Tecio
For instructions just google odin flashing guide, there's no shortage of tutorials

Yes that was also the case for me. But for some reason I couldn't get any software updates. After factory resetting I got a software update...

Tutorial: How to get data working on sprint g900p S5 GSM

WARNING: DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK , I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR BRICKED DEVICES OR LOOPING DEVICES , IF YOU ARE GOING TO TRY THIS BE SURE TO KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING BEFORE ATTEMPTING
First of all this is my very first post on the community, i dont usually post here but since i have been on here since the times of the motorola droid 2 i might as well post this thing that i did to help me sort the problem with the data on the galaxy s5
Things that i used:
TWRP Recovery installed via TWRP Manager from playstore
Galaxy s5 4.4.2 already rooted via kingoroot ( You can use any other method that you prefer)
Shohat ROM V5 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2719386 (All credits go directly to Shohat for this amazing rom)
Build prop editor (You can get it from playstore)
cm-11-20140919-UNOFFICIAL-klte (This is available for download at androidhost here http://d-h.st/niU , all credits go to Albinoman887 for uploading that file and to cyanogen for making that build)
SSU.APK http://forum.xda-developers.com/spr...print-samsung-unlocker-unlock-sprint-t2928250 (All credits go to aalyatim for making this wonderful app)
Patience
Lets begin
First off all you got to root the phone , i used kingoroot as its one of the fastest and easiest method to root your device , it even gives you on screen steps for doing the rooting process
Next once the device has been successfully rooted we are going to go on ahead and download TWRP Manager from playstore, install it and install the recovery on your phone ( If you already have it or if you have a diferent method to install it theres not a problem)
Next once the recovery has been installed we are going to unlock the phone by using SSU.apk and just installing the app and running it (If you have already unlocked the phone there is no need to install the unlock again)
Next once the phone has been successfully unlocked we are going to be doing the next step, download build prop editor from playstore , give root priviliges to it , go to the edit option ( Small pencil located at the bottom right of the screen ) and scroll down all the way to the bottom, once here type in the following:
ril.sales_code=LOL
ro.csc.sales_code=LOL
Once you have that in , we are going to save it by going to the top right and clicking the floppy disk and waiting for it to save build prop
Next step will be turning off device and entering recovery mode ( You can google how to access recovery mode ) , once inside recovery we are going to be doing the following , since im using TWRP i went to WIPE, then FACTORY RESET , after that i went to ADVANCED WIPE , and checked dalvik cache , system, data, cache i got an error on trying to write something but thats normal
Next step was installing the cm-11-20140919-UNOFFICIAL-klte that you previously downloaded on the steps below , install gapps if you want but it wont be necessary , once thats install and the phone boots you will be able to see the H+, 3g or the connection that you have on your area based on your gsm provider
Now in case you want to stop here and stay with cyanogen you can do it , but if you want to have the stock fresh look of S5 TouchWiz then we are going to do next steps
Once thats done we are going to be accessing recovery once more , once inside we are going to be doing the exact same process that we did before i went to WIPE, then FACTORY RESET , after that i went to ADVANCED WIPE , and checked dalvik cache , system, data, cache i got an error on trying to write something but thats normal
Next we will be installing the rom Shohat ROM V5 once it begins, it takes a while for it to finish , do not restart your device until its done even if it appears its not doing anything , once install reboot the device , you will wait a moment for it to load, once loaded you will be getting the samsung galaxy welcome screen , complete all of the steps to finish the setup and youre done , if you dont see the H+ sign or the signal , just check that your apn are there and were done
I Have tried with AT&T and with a foreign carrier in mexico and it worked great
I have attached pictures with proof , i took it with my camera so it doesn look edited or anything , i hope this helps you out as it helped me

work for s5 sprint g900p??
This may enable the sprint samsung galaxy s5 version G900P get signal H +????

lololo619 said:
I Have tried with AT&T and with a foreign carrier in mexico and it worked great
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Are you saying the phone picked up signal with an AT&T SIM here in the US...?

As far as I know, this doesn't work on the G900P for domestic use. It probably worked for the OP because he's in Mexico (or I've just molested my G900P so much it's not picking up any GSM networks).

ecs87 said:
As far as I know, this doesn't work on the G900P for domestic use. It probably worked for the OP because he's in Mexico (or I've just molested my G900P so much it's not picking up any GSM networks).
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Bahaha - better get on that
I figured it was a super long shot, just asking him to clarify. I'm subscribed to every thread on Sprint Samsung unlocking, and from your posts (and others'), it's clearly deeper than ROM level. A guy can dream though ^__^

Doesn't work for t-mobile

DimVim said:
Doesn't work for t-mobile
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Duh
@lololo619 might wanna put a disclaimer about US GSM use in the OP

I hope the OP sees this.
Did you have problems with the "Unable to establish a wireless data connection LTE: ESM-29 EMM-X" with correct APN before and this fixed it? Thanks for posting

Your Solution Worked!!!
Thank you so much.
I can confirm that this WORKS!!!
I was heart broken after I unlocked the phone and could not get data on Digicel Dominica (in the Caribbean) even with the correct APN settings. I googled for some time until I found your post. After reading the comments on this post, I did not have much hope but as they say "nothing beats a try" and so I followed your instructions and VOILA...
Thanks again Bro...:good:

iBowToAndroid said:
Bahaha - better get on that
I figured it was a super long shot, just asking him to clarify. I'm subscribed to every thread on Sprint Samsung unlocking, and from your posts (and others'), it's clearly deeper than ROM level. A guy can dream though ^__^
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I got on it. Restored the efs data partitions And performed the note 3 domestic unlock steps and dest's (sorry buddy, I only remember your original username!) international unlock app. I then modified the build.prop as much as I could to the Verizon build (G900V). I can see T Mobile and AT&T networks when searching with a valid T Mobile SIM in, but cant connect obviously. The invalid SIM notification would have to be legitimately removed before one could even consider registering onto the network. I...just want to take a peek at nv item 10124
Sent from my LGLS990 using XDA Free mobile app

ecs87 said:
I got on it. Restored the efs data partitions And performed the note 3 domestic unlock steps and dest's (sorry buddy, I only remember your original username!) international unlock app. I then modified the build.prop as much as I could to the Verizon build (G900V). I can see T Mobile and AT&T networks when searching with a valid T Mobile SIM in, but cant connect obviously. The invalid SIM notification would have to be legitimately removed before one could even consider registering onto the network. I...just want to take a peek at nv item 10124
Sent from my LGLS990 using XDA Free mobile app
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Yeah I remember seeing 10124 mentioned. It'll be interesting to see what form DSU takes. It's obviously still an OTA process instead of a code but I'm curious as to how different it is from the current international method

iBowToAndroid said:
Yeah I remember seeing 10124 mentioned. It'll be interesting to see what form DSU takes. It's obviously still an OTA process instead of a code but I'm curious as to how different it is from the current international method
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Its just another IPC command called over RIL I bet. If you followed the ORIGINAL author of the international unlock's post he drops the hint on what IPC command was called. I was able to decompile his app, change the IPC command and relock the phone, confirming that the phone is indeed locked using this method instead of directly accessing the nv items over the QC diag port. We are able to log the international unlock process if you know how to set the debugging levels high enough. With a domestic unlock on the horizon via OTA, it shouldn't be long before the domestic unlock back is public.
Sent from my LGLS990 using XDA Free mobile app

Hi, hope you're doing fine.
lololo619 said:
WARNING: DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK , I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR BRICKED DEVICES OR LOOPING DEVICES , IF YOU ARE GOING TO TRY THIS BE SURE TO KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING BEFORE ATTEMPTING
First of all this is my very first post on the community, i dont usually post here but since i have been on here since the times of the motorola droid 2 i might as well post this thing that i did to help me sort the problem with the data on the galaxy s5
Things that i used:
TWRP Recovery installed via TWRP Manager from playstore
Galaxy s5 4.4.2 already rooted via kingoroot ( You can use any other method that you prefer)
Shohat ROM V5 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2719386 (All credits go directly to Shohat for this amazing rom)
Build prop editor (You can get it from playstore)
cm-11-20140919-UNOFFICIAL-klte (This is available for download at androidhost here http://d-h.st/niU , all credits go to Albinoman887 for uploading that file and to cyanogen for making that build)
SSU.APK http://forum.xda-developers.com/spr...print-samsung-unlocker-unlock-sprint-t2928250 (All credits go to aalyatim for making this wonderful app)
Patience
Lets begin
First off all you got to root the phone , i used kingoroot as its one of the fastest and easiest method to root your device , it even gives you on screen steps for doing the rooting process
Next once the device has been successfully rooted we are going to go on ahead and download TWRP Manager from playstore, install it and install the recovery on your phone ( If you already have it or if you have a diferent method to install it theres not a problem)
Next once the recovery has been installed we are going to unlock the phone by using SSU.apk and just installing the app and running it (If you have already unlocked the phone there is no need to install the unlock again)
Next once the phone has been successfully unlocked we are going to be doing the next step, download build prop editor from playstore , give root priviliges to it , go to the edit option ( Small pencil located at the bottom right of the screen ) and scroll down all the way to the bottom, once here type in the following:
ril.sales_code=LOL
ro.csc.sales_code=LOL
Once you have that in , we are going to save it by going to the top right and clicking the floppy disk and waiting for it to save build prop
Next step will be turning off device and entering recovery mode ( You can google how to access recovery mode ) , once inside recovery we are going to be doing the following , since im using TWRP i went to WIPE, then FACTORY RESET , after that i went to ADVANCED WIPE , and checked dalvik cache , system, data, cache i got an error on trying to write something but thats normal
Next step was installing the cm-11-20140919-UNOFFICIAL-klte that you previously downloaded on the steps below , install gapps if you want but it wont be necessary , once thats install and the phone boots you will be able to see the H+, 3g or the connection that you have on your area based on your gsm provider
Now in case you want to stop here and stay with cyanogen you can do it , but if you want to have the stock fresh look of S5 TouchWiz then we are going to do next steps
Once thats done we are going to be accessing recovery once more , once inside we are going to be doing the exact same process that we did before i went to WIPE, then FACTORY RESET , after that i went to ADVANCED WIPE , and checked dalvik cache , system, data, cache i got an error on trying to write something but thats normal
Next we will be installing the rom Shohat ROM V5 once it begins, it takes a while for it to finish , do not restart your device until its done even if it appears its not doing anything , once install reboot the device , you will wait a moment for it to load, once loaded you will be getting the samsung galaxy welcome screen , complete all of the steps to finish the setup and youre done , if you dont see the H+ sign or the signal , just check that your apn are there and were done
I Have tried with AT&T and with a foreign carrier in mexico and it worked great
I have attached pictures with proof , i took it with my camera so it doesn look edited or anything , i hope this helps you out as it helped me
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Is there a way I can go back to a Stock Rom and keep my data working?
Btw, thanks for this excellent post. Works very finee!!!:good::good::good:

cm-11-20140919-UNOFFICIAL-klte.zip (226.23 MB) link not working .. another link please
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Download now button not working
Download button downloads a virus

Data working now on CM11
ShohatRom_S5_G900F_V5 not working on NK4 bootloader ( 4.4.4 ) .. what touchwiz ROM should i use ?

aamszia said:
Data working now on CM11
ShohatRom_S5_G900F_V5 not working on NK4 bootloader ( 4.4.4 ) .. what touchwiz ROM should i use ?
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I dropped to NE (4.4.2) to get it to work. It has everything I want expect wifi calling. I have the same question if there a 4.4.4 touchwiz rom (or 4.4.2 with wifi calling) that works with this.
Thanks OP!

is fingerprint working in shohat rom? mine is not working, NFC either...
Thanks!

shohat rom working on 4.4.4 ( NK4 ) ? i only got black screen ...

I can confirm that this really works.
Thanks bro for this wonderful job.
Sent from my SM-G900F using XDA Free mobile app

This really works, thanks. I can confirm that the method work in 4.4.4 using cm11 but shohatrom don't work so if you want touchwiz you should use xtrestolite rom (that one works)

[Q] Help updating i1337m to official lollipop?

I have a Canadian Koodo Galaxy S4 (Model: SGH-i1337m) and I need help on how to update my phone to the official touchwiz android 5.0.
The phone was originally locked to Koodo, but I took it to a local phone store where they unlocked it for me. I now use the phone with another carrier (Rogers). I don't know the method they used to unlock it but after the process, my phone had become rooted and its device status was changed to "Custom". Also the Knox warranty counter became 0x1 after the unlock.
Right now the phone is on 4.4.2 and I'm unable to check for updates through the settings app as it gives me the message "Your device has been modified. Software updates are not available."
I don't really use root for anything on my phone except for xposed (which I can live without) and I need help updating this phone to 5.0. I don't mind losing my data but I really need to keep this phone unlocked. If anyone can help me out, it would be greatly appreciated.

rhwn said:
I have a Canadian Koodo Galaxy S4 (Model: SGH-i1337m) and I need help on how to update my phone to the official touchwiz android 5.0.
The phone was originally locked to Koodo, but I took it to a local phone store where they unlocked it for me. I now use the phone with another carrier (Rogers). I don't know the method they used to unlock it but after the process, my phone had become rooted and its device status was changed to "Custom". Also the Knox warranty counter became 0x1 after the unlock.
Right now the phone is on 4.4.2 and I'm unable to check for updates through the settings app as it gives me the message "Your device has been modified. Software updates are not available."
I don't really use root for anything on my phone except for xposed (which I can live without) and I need help updating this phone to 5.0. I don't mind losing my data but I really need to keep this phone unlocked. If anyone can help me out, it would be greatly appreciated.
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Hi,
I have the same phone, Canadian variant, SGH-i337M. Koodo.
Do you have a custom recovery installed? If not, I would suggest using TWRP.
Download it here (I have TWRP too, and always used the dd install method several times without problem. Just MAKE SURE you have the exact command!):
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxys4canada.html
Once TWRP is installed, really important to make a Nandroid backup ("Backup" menu). Would suggest copying the backup to PC as well (Backup everything, including EFS). TWRP is not needed to flash Lollipop, but it's important to keep a backup.
Next, flashing Lollipop using Odin (Doing this, your SD card/internal memory will be untouched, but you will loose your apps, SMS and stuff. Back these up before if you want. Otherwise, everything would be also in the TWRP backup you've performed earlier). Go to Sammobile to grab the update:
Koodo: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/45758/I337MVLUGOC4_I337MOYAGOC4_KDO/
Rogers: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/45777/I337MVLUGOC4_I337MOYAGOC4_RWC/
It doesn't matter much which one you choose - Their content remains the same, but maybe the radio/modem would differ between carriers I think. I would suggest choosing the Rogers firmware (I know that Koodo include a "Koodo" app in their firmware, for instance).
Then follow the instruction closely (Make sure to use a genuine Samsung cable, and reliable USB connection):
Instructions
Extract (unzip) the firmware file
Download Odin v3.10.6
Extract Odin ZIP file
Open Odin v.3.10.6
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect phone and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin
Add the firmware file to AP / PDA
Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked
Click the start button, sit back and wait few minutes
I did the same thing myself to update to Lollipop. Worked great. But word of warning, you will loose your root access, and will have to root again (Same method worked for me, while I had problem disabling Knox on Lollipop somehow. Returned back to KitKat with my Nandroid backup).
Also, on that same Lollipop ROM, I encoutered WiFi issue, WiFi wouldn't turn ON at all (What the hell). Still haven't figured out the problem. That's why I would suggest keeping a backup of KitKat, for sure.
Also, don't worry about your unlocked phone, it will remained unlocked without problem.
Good luck

Flashing T-Mobile firmware on Verizon sm-g930v

Hi guys, thanks for taking the time to read and respond
I got a Verizon sm-g930v Galaxy s7 and my service is through T-Mobile.
I currently have Verizons very recent nougat 7 release with security patch of February 1, 2017 and baseband G930VVRU4BQA2.
I have 2 issues which might be related and I'm trying to figure out what's the best way to do it and if it is at all possible.
1) my lte speed is crap and service inside buildings is awful. I read that there are ways to unlock the bootloader but couldn't find how to do it on my phone.
2) no ussd codes work even after factory reset, every single ussd code I put (even the one to view imei) says ussd running and then says connection problem or invalid mmi.
Is it possible to flash T-Mobile nougat firmware on my phone? Will it unlock the bootloader to allow me to unlock all lte bands?
Is there another better way to solve the above issues?
Thanks for your help!

Tnewbie said:
Hi guys, thanks for taking the time to read and respond
I got a Verizon sm-g930v Galaxy s7 and my service is through T-Mobile.
I currently have Verizons very recent nougat 7 release with security patch of February 1, 2017 and baseband G930VVRU4BQA2.
I have 2 issues which might be related and I'm trying to figure out what's the best way to do it and if it is at all possible.
1) my lte speed is crap and service inside buildings is awful. I read that there are ways to unlock the bootloader but couldn't find how to do it on my phone.
2) no ussd codes work even after factory reset, every single ussd code I put (even the one to view imei) says ussd running and then says connection problem or invalid mmi.
Is it possible to flash T-Mobile nougat firmware on my phone? Will it unlock the bootloader to allow me to unlock all lte bands?
Is there another better way to solve the above issues?
Thanks for your help!
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hi, not bootloader unlock yet for the g930v, you can dowload and flash the g930t firmware G930TUVU4BQB1.

Thank you
albertordzcz said:
hi, not bootloader unlock yet for the g930v, you can dowload and flash the g930t firmware G930TUVU4BQB1.
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Is there a guide for this method? And will it solve the problem?

Tnewbie said:
Is there a guide for this method? And will it solve the problem?
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1. find/download the firmware you want to install on your phone (can find at updato.com)
2. extract the files from the firmware file to a folder
3. download/install Samsung Smart Switch
4. backup your phone settings with Samsung Smart Switch (if you have a memory card, maybe be good to remove that and back it up on PC, probably faster this way than thru Samsung Smart Switch)
5. install the latest version of Odin on your PC, open it
6. select BL/AP/CP/CSC buttons then select the matching file (BL for BL_xyz file, etc) - if you use the HOME_CSC file you will NOT have any tmobile specific features (Wifi Calling) enabled/appear, you must use the regular CSC file to add/enable these features
7. in Odin, select OPTIONS and make sure that only "Auto Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" are checked
8. put the galaxy s7 phone in download mode (turn off....while off press VolumeDown+Home+Power until a blue screen appears, press VolumeUp button to enter download mode)
9. connect the galaxy s7 phone to the PC (you should see a blue icon appear under ID:COM afterward)
10. hit START in Odin to begin the process
11. when the process is complete (PASS appears in Odin status window) the galaxy s7 will reboot and begin to install the update
ISSUE - if the phone boots to recovery mode, dm-verity verification failed....DO NOT PANIC....simply put the phone back in download mode, connect it to the PC, and in Odin ONLY select the AP file....install only that file and let the device restart, it should boot to the user menu)
NOTES - while the device is booting to the user menu, it may sit at the Tmobile splash screen an extended amount of time the initial time - please let it sit for a few minutes, and it will boot to the user menu (subsequent restarts don't have a long delay at Tmobile screen)
12. after it boots to the user menu, connect the galaxy s7 to the PC, and restore the phone using Samsung Smart Switch

albertordzcz said:
1. find/download the firmware you want to install on your phone (can find at updato.com)
2. extract the files from the firmware file to a folder
3. download/install Samsung Smart Switch
4. backup your phone settings with Samsung Smart Switch (if you have a memory card, maybe be good to remove that and back it up on PC, probably faster this way than thru Samsung Smart Switch)
5. install the latest version of Odin on your PC, open it
6. select BL/AP/CP/CSC buttons then select the matching file (BL for BL_xyz file, etc) - if you use the HOME_CSC file you will NOT have any tmobile specific features (Wifi Calling) enabled/appear, you must use the regular CSC file to add/enable these features
7. in Odin, select OPTIONS and make sure that only "Auto Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" are checked
8. put the galaxy s7 phone in download mode (turn off....while off press VolumeDown+Home+Power until a blue screen appears, press VolumeUp button to enter download mode)
9. connect the galaxy s7 phone to the PC (you should see a blue icon appear under ID:COM afterward)
10. hit START in Odin to begin the process
11. when the process is complete (PASS appears in Odin status window) the galaxy s7 will reboot and begin to install the update
ISSUE - if the phone boots to recovery mode, dm-verity verification failed....DO NOT PANIC....simply put the phone back in download mode, connect it to the PC, and in Odin ONLY select the AP file....install only that file and let the device restart, it should boot to the user menu)
NOTES - while the device is booting to the user menu, it may sit at the Tmobile splash screen an extended amount of time the initial time - please let it sit for a few minutes, and it will boot to the user menu (subsequent restarts don't have a long delay at Tmobile screen)
12. after it boots to the user menu, connect the galaxy s7 to the PC, and restore the phone using Samsung Smart Switch
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write all this!! Will it let me go on T-Mobile lte bands after or that won't be possible until there is a bootloader unlock for the device?

Tnewbie said:
Thank you so much for taking the time to write all this!! Will it let me go on T-Mobile lte bands after or that won't be possible until there is a bootloader unlock for the device?
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Well... no bootloader unlock to free lte bands, and give a try on this rom to find if you can use your lte bands

There is a thread here related to your issue
Take a look at this thread and you may find your answers.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s7/how-to/official-t-mobile-nougat-rom-verizon-t3562509

Thank you, I finally got to doing it. It was easy and I now have T-mobile OS on the phone, all Verizon stuff is gone and USSD codes now working. It seems like I was able to select all LTE bands, speed is a bit better indoors but not amazing.
Is there a reason to fully root the phone? and can someone explain what benefits would I have from rooting at this point?

Tnewbie said:
Thank you, I finally got to doing it. It was easy and I now have T-mobile OS on the phone, all Verizon stuff is gone and USSD codes now working. It seems like I was able to select all LTE bands, speed is a bit better indoors but not amazing.
Is there a reason to fully root the phone? and can someone explain what benefits would I have from rooting at this point?
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Rooting gives you full control over the phone. Think Windows "Administrator" account.
Some things that a rooted phone can do is fully disable and uninstall stock & carrier Bloatware, install true ad blocking services, firewall control.
But, with that kind of power, it's way easier to brick your phone, or kill the performance of the device if you start changing things that shouldn't be changed.

Thank you
joe.skelly said:
Rooting gives you full control over the phone. Think Windows "Administrator" account.
Some things that a rooted phone can do is fully disable and uninstall stock & carrier Bloatware, install true ad blocking services, firewall control.
But, with that kind of power, it's way easier to brick your phone, or kill the performance of the device if you start changing things that shouldn't be changed.
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In that case I'll stick with flashing for now since it def solved my imminent issues.

T-Mobile firmware on Verizon sm-g930v
albertordzcz said:
Well... no bootloader unlock to free lte bands, and give a try on this rom to find if you can use your lte bands
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This is an old thread, so I am hoping on some newer information. I have been using a Verizon Galaxy S7 on T-Mobil for about a year. This past week we were in the Lake Michigan area and I found that my wife's A21 got much better reception in several areas. I have been reading here about the g930U firmware as well as the ability to flash to the current T-Mobile ROM.
I do not need to revert back to Verizon, but I need wifi calling and all the bands that are available from T-Mobile. Can just flashing to the T-Mobile for Android 8 work for me?
Dan

dlbeaty said:
This is an old thread, so I am hoping on some newer information. I have been using a Verizon Galaxy S7 on T-Mobil for about a year. This past week we were in the Lake Michigan area and I found that my wife's A21 got much better reception in several areas. I have been reading here about the g930U firmware as well as the ability to flash to the current T-Mobile ROM.
I do not need to revert back to Verizon, but I need wifi calling and all the bands that are available from T-Mobile. Can just flashing to the T-Mobile for Android 8 work for me?
Dan
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Just flashed to the most recent t-mobile firmware on my Verizon phone successfully. Thanks to information on this thread!

@dlbeaty what did you use to flash to most recent t-mobile firmware? I have G930V Oreo I am trying to use on T-Mobile and having same issues. Would like to try to flash to resolve as well. Thanks!

Samsung Pay on non-rooted S8+ not working

Hey guys,
I just got a used S8+. Upon booting up it was a clean factory reset. I went forward with the setup.
When i open up Samsung Pay i get the "samsung pay access to samsung pay has been denied...." msg.
This phone is not rooted, i have downloaded a root check and comes back as false.
The person who had the phone never rooted the phone.
And i also get this notification " Security Notice, unauthorized actions have been detected..."
Anyone know what could be wrong with it?

go into download mode, and see there if knox has been tripped. also can you use secure folder?

I had a similiar issue (KNOX not tripped). Just downloaded stock Odin ROM, flashed it and everything worked again.

This is what i get when in download mode?
Ill test Secure Folder now...brb

This is what i get when secure folder is launched.
Secure folder cannot be set up because unauthorized software was installed on the device.

kernel.killer said:
I had a similiar issue (KNOX not tripped). Just downloaded stock Odin ROM, flashed it and everything worked again.
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IF its not too much trouble can you point me to the right link

https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8+/how-to/official-stock-firmware-update-odin-t3582175 In SamFirm model enter your model number (presumably SM-G955U1, can be found in settings) and in region your active CSC (most likely ATT - Settings -> About Phone -> Software Information -> Service provider SW ver., last line of this field contains something in format XXX/XXX/YYY, use the first three letters). In Odin use HOME_CSC for CSC field, to keep your data.

kernel.killer said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8+/how-to/official-stock-firmware-update-odin-t3582175 In SamFirm model enter your model number (presumably SM-G955U1, can be found in settings) and in region your active CSC (most likely ATT - Settings -> About Phone -> Software Information -> Service provider SW ver., last line of this field contains something in format XXX/XXX/YYY, use the first three letters). In Odin use HOME_CSC for CSC field, to keep your data.
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Thank you,
If the phone is fresh and i don't care about data. Should i flash all of the files?

djfred500 said:
Thank you,
If the phone is fresh and i don't care about data. Should i flash all of the files?
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Yes, it is alway best to flash all files, but if you don't mind loosing your data, you can flash CSC_* package in place of CSC, to also repartition your phone and start fresh. But if you want to keep your data, you can flash the HOME_CSC_* package instead.

Just tried it with all the files and i get this.

I am so lost i am about to pull my hair out...

Ok finally was able to get it up and running with Samsung Pay working...
Ill be back later with a How-To for those folks that are stuck with the same exact problem.

djfred500 said:
Ok finally was able to get it up and running with Samsung Pay working...
Ill be back later with a How-To for those folks that are stuck with the same exact problem.
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Hi!
You can say how please?
Thanks!