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Camera GT-I9505 don't work!

Hi, the problem is that I can not use the camera of S4. The first day was fine but suddenly stopped working. When I open the app the screen stays black with buttons and options of the camera and when I press responds to 10 sec.
Occasionally the camera is perfect, so it must be a problem with Software ... I have restored the Stock Roms from Kies, Odin, etc.. donot what else to do ...
Any suggestions? regards

*#34971539# and try reflashing camera firmware, it's the first option i think, if that doesn't work then it's a problem with your camera module.

Hi, it seems that magically risen camera and goes all perfect and super-fluid, thanks for the interest.
A greeting from Spain

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ijesule said:
Hi, it seems that magically risen camera and goes all perfect and super-fluid, thanks for the interest.
A greeting from Spain
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MH8 has new camera firmware. but also new locked bootloader...

Kriomag said:
MH8 has new camera firmware. but also new locked bootloader...
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The bootloader thing sucks... Don't think I will be updating. They shouldn't force Knox on all consumers. Previously, I've seen it marketed towards corporate users for tighter security, but on ordinary consumers? It just doesn't make sense.
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ladyhaly said:
The bootloader thing sucks... Don't think I will be updating. They shouldn't force Knox on all consumers. Previously, I've seen it marketed towards corporate users for tighter security, but on ordinary consumers? It just doesn't make sense.
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you could update to mh and mi firmware without installing new bootloader. flash custom rom or remove bootloader fles from stock odin flash image.
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state your firmware buddy...

damador said:
you could update to mh and mi firmware without installing new bootloader. flash custom rom or remove bootloader fles from stock odin flash image.
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I thought doing that led to bugs? Like WiFi or sound not working.
Ryanrioz said:
state your firmware buddy...
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All stock. Haven't rooted yet. Network locked to Globe Telecoms though.
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ladyhaly said:
I thought doing that led to bugs? Like WiFi or sound not working.
All stock. Haven't rooted yet. Network locked to Globe Telecoms though.
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BMG5? haha... DMH6

Ryanrioz said:
BMG5? haha... DMH6
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Since I have the old July firmware update, I believe I am not affected with the KNOX thing on the bootloader yet. *crossing my fingers*
The camera is still good for me. So blah with that update.
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ladyhaly said:
Since I have the old July firmware update, I believe I am not affected with the KNOX thing on the bootloader yet. *crossing my fingers*
The camera is still good for me. So blah with that update.
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kinda weird about the SELINUX.... after updated to DMH6, then it changed to Enforcing.. :crying::crying:

Ryanrioz said:
kinda weird about the SELINUX.... after updated to DMH6, then it changed to Enforcing.. :crying::crying:
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That, my friend, is KNOX. I hope Chainfire finds a way to save us all from Samsung. I've heard that apps started misbehaving since the update... Like call recorder apps won't work or even stuff just being laggy.
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ladyhaly said:
That, my friend, is KNOX. I hope Chainfire finds a way to save us all from Samsung. I've heard that apps started misbehaving since the update... Like call recorder apps won't work or even stuff just being laggy.
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yeah same you bro, now these days i monitored mine S4 LTE was starting to lagged and nagging around...[haiz...cut crap]
2x opening PSP games... and is auto reboot...
[send my siggy phone to xda]

Refurbished GT I9500 INDIA 4.2.2

Guys i am new to samsung and buying a refurbished S4 9500 india version with 6 months warranty from samsung with 4.2.2 firmware on it for Rs 20,000 actual price is now for new device is Rs 28,000
so i wanted to know that is it safe to upgrade and root it to 4.3 without having knox bootloader ?? ( dont want 4.4.2 because some people said it cant write to memory card + we cant downgrade then)
i dont want to get into knox thing and dont want to void the warranty also. so to avoid knox should i do this ?
1. Root 4.2.2 + install custom recovery ( dont know how to do that because its old firmware and all i can find info is about new firmwares)
2. flash 4.3 knox free stock rom ( i want only stock rom no custom rom because stock rom offers better camera features and shutter speed etc. etc.)
3. if i dont root or install custom recovery in 4.2.2 and simply flash via odin 4.3 stock firmware 2013 December 4.3 I9500XXUEMK9 will it contain knox ???
the main thing i want is to have 4.3 stock firmware with Root + custom recovery But no knox
is this the only things i need to do ?
do i need to keep in mind something else also ?
i am from nexus 4 so u guys must be knowing how we are addicted to flashing roms and kernels everyday but its not at all complicated like this

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its surprising that the device is still on 4.2.2
I will prefer checking binary counter and knox status first,it may happen that its already tripped..
if its normal,then check for a Knox free rom then flash it,u can root it later.
also,it will be better if u go to Samsung and get it checked,whether its still in warranty or not(just ask.them for a software upgrade,and when they say all okay,give any excuse and leave..)
and ummm... Welcome to community
Sent from my GT-I9500

anu.cool said:
its surprising that the device is still on 4.2.2
I will prefer checking binary counter and knox status first,it may happen that its already tripped..
if its normal,then check for a Knox free rom then flash it,u can root it later.
also,it will be better if u go to Samsung and get it checked,whether its still in warranty or not(just ask.them for a software upgrade,and when they say all okay,give any excuse and leave..)
and ummm... Welcome to community
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actually i was shocked to see why 4.2.2 on it because he bought it 1 week ago how come so old firmware.
the problem is i cant check it i have to pay 20,000 1st then a known person will get it for me.
he himself is using that refurbished device i doubt he had A copy or we say 1:1 copy but i am not able to identify that as it looked real so i dont know how to check his mobile if its real S4 or 1:1 copy
i cant check my device 1st i have to pay then i will get device

mor_1228 said:
actually i was shocked to see why 4.2.2 on it because he bought it 1 week ago how come so old firmware.
the problem is i cant check it i have to pay 20,000 1st then a known person will get it for me.
he himself is using that refurbished device i doubt he had A copy or we say 1:1 copy but i am not able to identify that as it looked real so i dont know how to check his mobile if its real S4 or 1:1 copy
i cant check my device 1st i have to pay then i will get device
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well then,the answer to ur question is buy the mobile,flash a Knox free rom and then root it..
All 4.3 stock Samsung will have Knox...
edit:yes that mk9 have Knox too
and all samsung roms after 4.3 will have knox

there must be some stock 4.3 rom which is pre rooted and know free posted in xda ?

mor_1228 said:
there must be some stock 4.3 rom which is pre rooted and know free posted in xda ?
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dig xda instead of posting questions,u will be surprised to know how much and what is posted here...
My advice:use keywords while searching..
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should i use cpu z in his mobile to check if its original or fake

it means all those people who are on 4.3 are either not rooted and those who are rooted have void their warranty?
so no way to reset it to 0?
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[Q] MJ7 4.4.2 update for Note 3?

I'm in Australia, and i'm pretty sure we're the last lot of Note 3 owners to get the 4.4.2 update.
Is there an OTA that we can use to update to 4.4.2?
Currently on 4.3 still MJ7.
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You could flash any of the 4.4.2 firmwares available via Odin. Depends how you feel about tripping the Knox counter.
I'm in Australia as well and after my s3 I knew we would be one of the last to get any updates so I just went straight to 4.4.2 via odin.
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ajgftw said:
You could flash any of the 4.4.2 firmwares available via Odin. Depends how you feel about tripping the Knox counter.
I'm in Australia as well and after my s3 I knew we would be one of the last to get any updates so I just went straight to 4.4.2 via odin.
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If he allways install a new oficial version from odin it will never trip Knox counter, i´ve done it myself, i´m using a version from the Netherlands. it will change your csc though...

Also from Aus here. Gave up waiting officially as of yesterday and installed the UK (BTU CSC) firmware via ODIN with no issues at all. I didn't need to wipe my data, it all just worked as though it was a standard upgrade.
Next time I will just import one. Especially with trigger-happy KNOX I couldn't be bothered worrying about whether my Aus warranty is intact (I pad $300 "Aus tax" to buy it local vs import - not worth it). I doubt I tripped my Knox flag as it's an official unmodified first party firmware from Samsung that I installed..

zetsurin said:
Also from Aus here.
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Which provider are you?
zetsurin said:
Gave up waiting officially as of yesterday and installed the UK (BTU CSC) firmware via ODIN with no issues at all. I didn't need to wipe my data, it all just worked as though it was a standard upgrade.
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So it didn't wipe apps or anything? Did it install any other boot logo? Or other provider bloatware? Or is it a plain stock Samsung UK firmware? Can you roll it back later?
Just trying to work out if its 100% worth it or if I should wait. I am getting antsy though.
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And your life won't get better.
Wait for the official update, or flash another firmware with Odin.
Thread closed.
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Dejan Sathanas said:
And your life won't get better.
Wait for the official update, or flash another firmware with Odin.
Thread closed.
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Well - that was less than helpful.
I would actually like answers to my questions directed to zetsurin.
Also, my life WOULD get better in ways you probably couldn't fathom.
You know nothing about me, so nyerr.

lasterato said:
Well - that was less than helpful.
I would actually like answers to my questions directed to zetsurin.
Also, my life WOULD get better in ways you probably couldn't fathom.
You know nothing about me, so nyerr.
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Agreed. I'm also waiting on this update and getting tired of waiting for an official OTA..
There are a number of features in 4.4.x I'm waiting to try out

lasterato said:
Which provider are you?
So it didn't wipe apps or anything? Did it install any other boot logo? Or other provider bloatware? Or is it a plain stock Samsung UK firmware? Can you roll it back later?
Just trying to work out if its 100% worth it or if I should wait. I am getting antsy though.
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When flashing other regions firmware, sometimes it comes with the additional bloatware from the region. It's normal.
You can just disable the bloatware from apps manager.
If u tired waiting and wanna try kk, just give it a shot.
Once ur region comes with kk, u can always flash back from odin.
Sent from somewhere under the sky, at the corner of this rounded earth.

lasterato said:
Which provider are you?
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I'm on Optus, but pre-paid. I bought an unbranded phone. Do you have a carrier branded model?
lasterato said:
So it didn't wipe apps or anything? Did it install any other boot logo? Or other provider bloatware? Or is it a plain stock Samsung UK firmware? Can you roll it back later?
Just trying to work out if its 100% worth it or if I should wait. I am getting antsy though.
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From what I remember I don't really notice a difference in boot logo. But then again, I've always had the unbranded XSA version. If you have a branded version, it will likely revert your boot logo to an unbranded version which may/may not be desirable to you.

[Discussion] Galaxy S7 Root Information, Status and Methods

This thread is for posting only updated information and discussion of root status and methods for the Galaxy S7.
This thread is not for:
Discussion of the merits of rooting or not rooting. Please go here for that.
Whining about Samsung and/or your carrier if your device is not rootable.
Other off-topic discussion.
Also, please do not quote the OP at any time.
Rooting method for the Exynos 8890-based global devices including SM-G930F/FD/X and Canadian SM-G930W8:
[Recovery][Exynos][G930/F/FD/X/W8] Official TWRP for herolte (3.0.0-1)
WARNING: This will trip Knox and potentially void your warrant. Knox cannot be reset.
Rooting method for the Snapdragon 820-based models in the US including SM-G930A/T/P/R/V/U
Main thread: Root s7 at&t g930a & g935a. There are other threads in device-specific sections.
This root method involves using an engineered boot image that doesn't trip Knox if you do it right, however the bootloader is locked so flashing custom ROMs is still not possible.
The OP here will be updated as news develops...

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Hi i wold have an information:
If I root my S7 with this metod (http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development/recovery-official-twrp-herolte-t3333770) my warranty is forever deleted or there is a way to use it?
Thanks!

anoig10 said:
Hi i wold have an information:
If I root my S7 with this metod (http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development/recovery-official-twrp-herolte-t3333770) my warranty is forever deleted or there is a way to use it?
Thanks!
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It depends on local laws. In the US, if you trip Knox Samsung can void the warranty at their discretion. I've heard that in some European nations, Samsung is required by law to honor the warranty for physical defects even if Knox is tripped.

CafeKampuchia said:
It depends on local laws. In the US, if you trip Knox Samsung can void the warranty at their discretion. I've heard that in some European nations, Samsung is required by law to honor the warranty for physical defects even if Knox is tripped.
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Thanks a lot!
May you have a list of that nations? Any idea about Italy? Because i'm not scared to software problems but i would not pay again an intervent to fix some hardware part, like happened with my S4 where the HDMI output and the antenna stopped working.... But i was already out the maximum time for the warranty...
Anyway is there a way to reduce the Knox counter?
Thanks and have a nice day!

anoig10 said:
Thanks a lot!
May you have a list of that nations? Any idea about Italy? Because i'm not scared to software problems but i would not pay again an intervent to fix some hardware part, like happened with my S4 where the HDMI output and the antenna stopped working.... But i was already out the maximum time for the warranty...
Anyway is there a way to reduce the Knox counter?
Thanks and have a nice day!
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Unfortunately, I don't know more than what I've said above, and that the Knox flag cannot be reset.

CafeKampuchia said:
Unfortunately, I don't know more than what I've said above, and that the Knox flag cannot be reset.
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Okkk, thanks anyway

i have the tmonile version which apparently cannot be rooted right now because of a locked bootloader. but in the developer options there is an option that says "OEM unlock" which is turned off by default. i assumed turning it on would solve the locked bootloader issue. can someone explain to me what that option is for?? what am i missing??
also, the only phone i've ever rooted is my htc one m8...and it was well after its release so there was no issue. what is the likeliness that that the S7 US version will be rootable?? is this a normal thing...if i cant root this i will return it promptly

Lastwurdz said:
i assumed turning it on would solve the locked bootloader issue. can someone explain to me what that option is for?? what am i missing??
if i cant root this i will return it promptly
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Despite the presence of that switch (which is there merely as a standard part of Android's developer options), your bootloader cannot be unlocked and your device cannot be rooted.
jcadduono said:
I called Samsung's engineering mobile department.They told me that the T-Mobile S7 has a secure-flash locked bootloader, similar to Verizon's Samsung phones over the past few years.
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People forget there's the G9300 and G9308 Chinese/Hong Kong S820 variants. Would be interesting to hear if they're also locked or not.

Going back through TEKHD's deceased T-Mobile S7 rooting thread, I think this is one of the truly saddest things I've seen on XDA:
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Well... it all comes down to this...Locked Bootloader = total system/all partitions lockdown... (apparently our device is 100% locked) and that means our only hope is something like this:http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/general/root-pingpongroot-s6-root-tool-t3103016 (as an example)basically, we need to find a vulnerability "Bug" so we can at least get a chance to attempt an exploit... (and ultimately gain root)... assuming there is such "bug" / vulnerability... , that will most likely allow us full access to the system partition only... meaning, no kernels, no custom recovery (no TWRP)...also... IF... we can find that bug... and IF we can actually root thru it... that "bug" will be corrected via OTA/Update....and that means...for example... with Firmware G935TXXXXXX0001 we can all have root... but maybe with the next Firmware G935TXXXXXX0002 ... we are all back to square 1... with no root... so... we have to be reaaaaaaally careful when updating/OTA's, etc... basically... this is really really sad/bad news for us... the device has NO DEVELOPMENT FUTURE guys...
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I feel terrible for all the guys who trusted T-Mobile and bought the S7/E from them thinking that the bootloader would be unlocked.
For now, the only hope for the Snapdragon version is:
1. Spam John Leger's Twitter account demanding that T-Mobile walk the talk of being the un-carrier.
2. Look for an exploit like PingPong root on the S6. However, that will be short-lived since Samsung will patch the exploit on the next security update.
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Leger responds:

Here's a blow-by-blow description of events if you need it:
Galaxy S7 Bootloader Lock Explained: You Might Not Get AOSP After All | XDA Developers

anoig10 said:
Thanks a lot!
May you have a list of that nations? Any idea about Italy? Because i'm not scared to software problems but i would not pay again an intervent to fix some hardware part, like happened with my S4 where the HDMI output and the antenna stopped working.... But i was already out the maximum time for the warranty...
Anyway is there a way to reduce the Knox counter?
Thanks and have a nice day!
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As far as i know this counts for all EU Member states... so this counts for italy as wel...

AndreiLux said:
People forget there's the G9300 and G9308 Chinese/Hong Kong S820 variants. Would be interesting to hear if they're also locked or not.
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The S7 edge HK dual sim is the G9350, bootloader is unlockable however there are no english guides on it currently and reported problems through using xiao1u's method. See this thread

Great thread...so many other threads to follow to the status of the Snapdragon yard sale. Thanks for putting this together. Please keep updated!

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Has he come back with anything hopeful since?

mrmartin86 said:
Has he come back with anything hopeful since?
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This is the most hopeful thing for TMo so far.

any updates here?

I'm watching every day and haven't seen anything new yet :/

Marshmallow 6.0 Odin files N910PVPU4DPC1 HERE!

Here's the official update package to get some of that delicious MM 6.0 taste
If you don't know how to flash this then just wait for the OTA update in the next few days or next week.
DOWNLOAD
Enjoy!
LINK Added. XDA mobile app failed me
BE WARNED THIS WILL DELETE ALL YOUR DATA. MAKE A BACKUP

I must know your technique.

freeza said:
I must know your technique.
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Confused....whats going on here

@freeza Care to speculate on being able to use your bootloader, to revert?
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LMMT said:
@freeza Care to speculate on being able to use your bootloader, to revert?
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I wouldn't recommend flashing the full TAR. If you'd like a guarantee to get back, I'll be making separate flashables.
for example i'll just rip apart the tar and make an odin flashable of everything except the bootloader.

LMMT said:
@freeza Care to speculate on being able to use your bootloader, to revert?
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You should still be able to revert to 5.1.1 as the bootloader fuse is still 4 ...just like all the other sprint MM roms i posted you can downgrade without issues

Sunderwear said:
You should still be able to revert to 5.1.1 as the bootloader fuse is still 4
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Well, there you go

Even though my S7 will be here soon being the flashaholic I am I'm still flashing this lol

Invisibility said:
Even though my S7 will be here soon being the flashaholic I am I'm still flashing this lol
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Like many rooted users that are contemplating returning the S7 due to locked bootloader, they, like you, retain a flashable rooted device.
I think Samsung just ruined a good thing for this community. I had hoped for a rooted Note 6 one day soon, but losing all hope. Samsung says the carriers wanted locked bootloaders. Sprint and T-Mobile deny that claim. They should get a room and work that out!
Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

Anyone try it yet? ?

Sprint just announced it, OTA starts 3/24. Hurray!
https://community.sprint.com/baw/message/1037146#1037146

Nice! Good lookin out.

baseband for those who want it: https://www.dropbox.com/s/5samz8n6nxh9fui/N910PC1baseband.tar?dl=0
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samep said:
Like many rooted users that are contemplating returning the S7 due to locked bootloader, they, like you, retain a flashable rooted device.
I think Samsung just ruined a good thing for this community. I had hoped for a rooted Note 6 one day soon, but losing all hope. Samsung says the carriers wanted locked bootloaders. Sprint and T-Mobile deny that claim. They should get a room and work that out!
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I'm sure that won't last. If it does someone will find a way to root it still. They always do!

Invisibility said:
I'm sure that won't last. If it does someone will find a way to root it still. They always do!
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What Samsung has done in the past with kernels and recovery is child's play compared to the locked bootloader. It would take a vulnerability exploit or a signed key unlocked bootloader to root that unless Samsung reverses its position. They just don't own mistakes that way. Even if it's a path to destruction, Samsung will march on like a soldier.
I personally think they've come to a place where they can willingly accept the loss of a few that can't do without root. Sad; Sprint and T-Mobile claim Samsung did this. Samsung claims all carriers in US wanted locked bootloaders.
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going to back up my phone and give this a flash, i was going to anyway mine as well update a day early i guess

Just for what it's worth, my moto DX2 was rootable via an exploit of charging mode however to this day the bootloader remains locked down. A locked bootloader is no joke.
Also flashed the PC1 baseband via odin have to say it looks like my connectivity had improved markedly.
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Flashed fine but the phone wont activate

samep said:
What Samsung has done in the past with kernels and recovery is child's play compared to the locked bootloader. It would take a vulnerability exploit or a signed key unlocked bootloader to root that unless Samsung reverses its position. They just don't own mistakes that way. Even if it's a path to destruction, Samsung will march on like a soldier.
I personally think they've come to a place where they can willingly accept the loss of a few that can't do without root. Sad; Sprint and T-Mobile claim Samsung did this. Samsung claims all carriers in US wanted locked bootloaders.
Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk
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I could careless about the bootloader if they get root though. Which they have done before. Root but locked bootloader...I don't really modify much other then remove some stupid bloat and add in xposed for Amplify+Greenify. I can live without those things. I'd just like to be able to ditch the bloatware.

Invisibility said:
I could careless about the bootloader if they get root though. Which they have done before. Root but locked bootloader...I don't really modify much other then remove some stupid bloat and add in xposed for Amplify+Greenify. I can live without those things. I'd just like to be able to ditch the bloatware.
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Get a nexus 6p its free favorite.