Hey guys, i've searched through the forums and as yet I havn't ran into anyone with the same problem. I bought a Galaxy s4 from gumtree, and it turns out its a i9507 with optus branded firmware. I really want to update to the new 4.3 software, but cant do that as optus hasnt released anything (and wont for ages). I'm wondering if any of you had the link for an unbranded version of the official samsung firmware, so in the future i can simply update when samsung releases new software. I've only ever found i9505 updates, and seeing though thats not my exact model number i've restrained from updating (as i'm not sure of any possible issues associated with this). I've attached a screenshot for reference, and any help would be greatly appreciated!
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WAIT!!!! Even if you find a firmware DONT DO IT!!! I have the galaxy S4 I9507, it's the newest version and only released in Australia and Hong Kong. I have an unbranded one (through virgin, which are owned by optus but you usually get a non carrier specific version)
It's not otus that isn't releasing the firmware, it's samsung, they have for other versions yes, but the I9507 has a different speed processor than all of them and a different processor all together than the earlier versions.
Unless you can get an unbranded firmware specifically for the I9507 (not I9506 or I9505) you could possibly damage your phone and definitely void any warranty or insurance.
I wan't to update to 4.3 but it's samsung that has to release that update for this model, optus can't do anything until they receive it, by which time we will have already found it without the optus branding elswhere.
You can maybe hound samsung but I doubt that will get you far, I am going to kee on it though, will let you know if I get anywhere
Forgot to mention: because it is only a AUS and HK version the only place it could possibly be released before here is Hong Kong. I doubt Samsung would wait long if at all to release the AUS firmware if not at the same time as the Hong Kong. Meaning as soon as the update is available it will be automatically notified to you through kies or an OTA update. Unfortunately there is no getting it quicker from elsewhere as there is no elsewhere right now.
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Hey guys, i've searched through the forums and as yet I havn't ran into anyone with the same problem. I bought a Galaxy s4 from gumtree, and it turns out its a i9507 with optus branded firmware. I really want to update to the new 4.3 software, but cant do that as optus hasnt released anything (and wont for ages). I'm wondering if any of you had the link for an unbranded version of the official samsung firmware, so in the future i can simply update when samsung releases new software. I've only ever found i9505 updates, and seeing though thats not my exact model number i've restrained from updating (as i'm not sure of any possible issues associated with this). I've attached a screenshot for reference, and any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Ive searched these forums all day
but i cant find an At&t north American version Stock version of the ROM
ive checked the threads but theres not any anywhere,
can anyone point a finger to where one is?
I cant make any phone calls right now and its quite annoying
Yeah i second this
Are you talking about the Samsung Galaxy SII (GT-I9100) or the AT&T Version (SGH-I777)? The GT-I9100 aka the international version was never released officially by AT&T in the US and therefore doesn't have a stock ROM. If you are looking for the stock ROM for the SGH-I777 try looking in here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1301
If you are just looking for a stock Samsung ROM for the GT-I9100 try looking in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Do make sure you know which version you have before you flash anything, flashing the wrong ROM will likely brick your phone.
Yeah I know old thread, but may help someone in the future. There are some cellular service providers selling the GT-I9100 phone for North American users. You can find stock firmware for the 9100 on the samfirmware web site under; Firmwares>smartphone>Andriod>GT-I9100>North America
Make sure your device is a true I9100 and not a 9100G,9100P or 9100T device since there are no stock North American firmwares for those models Some are Carrier branded and other are not. Choose what you need. Choices are limited though for us in NA and using the I9100. The UHKG7 rom works well on my phone. Nothing there for AT&T though, so the post above is probably your best answer.
Hi guys just recieved my s4 today in the uk.
Its locked 2 three i dont like it branded.
can anyone tell me which firmware i should flash to
sim free version uk
And the newest 1 plz
Tbh don't bother unbranding it, if you want updates quick then your better off staying with the 3 firmware you have already got installed.
Updates on Simfree are painfully slow, compared to the networks we are still waiting for the update that 3 got a month ago.
If you still want to go ahead and unbrand your S4 then there are guides on here to help you do it, first of all though before you can install a unbranded firmware, I think you gonna need to have to unlock it first before you can do anything else.
yea thats fine i know how to do all of that
i just would like to know which firmware i need for the UK simfree i9505 version just so i know im flashing the right 1
can anyone guide me to the right 1.
theres so many im confused
This one
http://www.hotfile.com/dl/209462137/82c78b1/I9505XXUAMDM_I9505OXXAMDB_BTU.zip.html
But you already have the more up to date one on your phone already.
Join us other UK peeps here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191766&page=240
Ixon2001 that file is rather huge lol.
is that defo the latest unbranded firmware for uk sim free
Yip that the latest and yes they huge files for the S4.
ok cheers much appreciated
Hi,
I have read lately that there will be an update for some Samsung mobile devices, including the Galaxy S4 i9505, that will region lock those devices to their region of origin. As some version of the Android 4.3 update has already been leaked, is it known yet whether this lock will be included in this update?
Also, will originally as unlocked labeled phones be locked through such an update? I bought the international version from Hong Kong.
i actually read that this will be enforced starting android kitkat on any galaxy S or note device which has the warning or which was produced after july . my phone didn t originally have a warning on it but i can confirm that it contains a country block list while running android 4.2.2 you can check if your phone does by following this tutorial
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466721
probably it s better to wait before updating to 4.3 for some users report
Sent from my GT-I9505
Wow, that would really suck. I specifically bought an unlocked phone as I have to travel between Asia and Europe a lot and have SIM cards for several countries there. I wonder if this would fall under the warranty if my phone is suddenly region locked even though there was no warning sticker on it.
That region lock may apply for new devices ... I don't think they will enforce it on old devices ... Because that would terribly problematic ... Also I believe that nowhere in the terms of use states that you have to use the device in a specific country or region so if I'm correct locking old devices will attract law suits from its own customers ... that's not a good way to advertise yourself especially in a stop competitive market such as this ... but you never know from those companies never ending greed
Thanks for your replies. In any case I will first check for feedback from oher users before applying any future update.
I updated to the leakes 4.3 rom of Galaxy S4 and now have many entries of Networklock in customs.xml in CSC folder of system.
thommygay24 said:
I updated to the leakes 4.3 rom of Galaxy S4 and now have many entries of Networklock in customs.xml in CSC folder of system.
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Could you post that list? Would like to check if any of my countries are listed there.
<NbNetworkLock>62</NbNetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>460BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>250BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>255BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>502BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>510BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>401BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>525BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>452BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>505BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>515BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>470BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>404BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>405BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>603BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>602BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>432BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>604BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>416BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>424BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>425BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>724BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>370BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>338BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>374BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>706BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>734BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>714BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>712BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>740BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>704BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>708BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>710BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>744BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>748BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>736BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>621BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>620BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>639BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>286BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>429BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>413BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>454BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>259BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>437BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>438BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>436BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>428BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>400BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>282BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>283BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>412BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>520BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>456BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>414BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>457BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>606BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>420BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>418BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>732BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>722BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>730BB</NetworkLock>******* <NetworkLock>716BB</NetworkLock>QUOTE=Tsukumogami;46161750]Could you post that list? Would like to check if any of my countries are listed there.[/QUOTE]
There are the following entries. But i dont know, if these entries are new in 4.3 or if they were in the file in 4.2.my s4 was bought in germany without a region lock sticker.See the list:
Thanks for the list. I bought an explicitly as global version declarated Galaxy S4 i9505 on Amazon, which came from Hong Kong. It turned out to be the Brazilian version and it didn't have any region lock sticker on it. I tried it with a Vietnamese and an Austrian SIM card and they both worked without problems. So I hope my phone won't be locked at least as long as I don't upgrade from 4.2.2.
I'll cut to the chase. I've read about 200 pages and can't seem to find what I'm after. I read the noob threads which were very informative.
I am located in Australia. Bought an AT&T Galaxy s4 from eBay Hong Kong. My last phone was an HTC and I used numerous ROMs on it but I want to keep touchwiz and samsung apps for now. I'm not ready to ditch all the features on my new phone just yet by installing a custom, stripped down ROM.
My GS4 came with JB 4.3, Baseband version MJ6.
I want to apply the AT&T 4.4.4 'official' update, but due to being on a different carrier in a different country, the OTA update just won't happen.
Can anyone point me to the official 4.4.4 firmware ?
Thanks in advance.
Anyone?
It doesn't exist. Samsung nor the carriers ever published it. The closest it 4.4.2 located in the general forum
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I would have posted this under the S5 'T-Mobile' section, but I think it might be more of a generic discussion.
I am considering in purchasing the S5 Plus (G901F). From what I can see right now, this is only available in Germany, UK and just about now, Netherlands. Problem is that it's exclusive to respective providers and therefore - "branded"
I can find it cheaper from Germany - which is subject to T-Mobile / Telekom (same thing?) branding.
I have asked the shop and they confirmed that the phone is factory unlocked to any provider/country and that there is no "hardware branding" on the phone. Meaning no stickers, no logos or anything else physically on the phone.
However, there is "software branding". Meaning the firmware itself and whatever bloatware the provider has put inside that ROM.
Now, I have read that I can use ODIN and find the least crapware-loaded ROM (from any country) and flash it *without* compromissing the knox bit. So far so good.
What I would like to know is that: What happens when finally Samsung releases a pure, non-branded ROM for the G901F? I can still use ODIN to flash - no problem. But what about future releases. I mean future non-branded firmwares. Would I be able to use OTA from that point on, or would I have to keep an eye and update via ODIN? Can someone please elaborate and explain this?
I get it - that's a 'newbie' type of question, but I would be really grateful towards some help here. All I can do for someone who will spend 2mins for writing a useful/accurate answer is say 'thanks'
Didn't find an exact answer to what I ask here, hence me writing this. Hope it's not a double-post!
jstoner said:
I would have posted this under the S5 'T-Mobile' section, but I think it might be more of a generic discussion.
I am considering in purchasing the S5 Plus (G901F). From what I can see right now, this is only available in Germany, UK and just about now, Netherlands. Problem is that it's exclusive to respective providers and therefore - "branded"
I can find it cheaper from Germany - which is subject to T-Mobile / Telekom (same thing?) branding.
I have asked the shop and they confirmed that the phone is factory unlocked to any provider/country and that there is no "hardware branding" on the phone. Meaning no stickers, no logos or anything else physically on the phone.
However, there is "software branding". Meaning the firmware itself and whatever bloatware the provider has put inside that ROM.
Now, I have read that I can use ODIN and find the least crapware-loaded ROM (from any country) and flash it *without* compromissing the knox bit. So far so good.
What I would like to know is that: What happens when finally Samsung releases a pure, non-branded ROM for the G901F? I can still use ODIN to flash - no problem. But what about future releases. I mean future non-branded firmwares. Would I be able to use OTA from that point on, or would I have to keep an eye and update via ODIN? Can someone please elaborate and explain this?
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Hi jstoner,
I think that while using an unbranded ROM would probably prevent you from receiving OTA's from your provider you would still be left wih the Samsung tool for getting new updates - Kies.
It has the options to check for updates and to flash them.
The geeky option is indeed to keep your eyes out for updates and fire up Odin
Disclaimer: I never used Kies to update my phone so I might be wrong here
Sent from my Android powered Tricorder
I forgot to mention - I live in Greece (but I m thinking of buying the phone from Germany, as it's not available here yet)
Does KIES list all ROMs from ALL regions/providers for a particular phone?
vrl13 said:
I think that while using an unbranded ROM would probably prevent you from receiving OTA's from your provider you would still be left wih the Samsung tool for getting new updates - Kies.
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Hello,
It seems there is a firmware for Greece for you
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/40735/G901FXXU1ANK3_G901FEUR1ANL1_EUR.zip/
Oh good
Does that mean it's about to be released in Greece soon???
thierry_b said:
Hello,
It seems there is a firmware for Greece for you
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/40735/G901FXXU1ANK3_G901FEUR1ANL1_EUR.zip/
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Nobody knows man. But you can always flash the newest updates via odin without triggering knox. After a few month only German Vodafone is building an update. T- mobil stii stuck on h5 firmware. So if there will be an unbranded oce ever ever ever.........you have odin
Wonder if that Greek ROM is unbranded or not
As for hardware branding, it seems that all G901F units sold in Germany under Telekom/T-Mobile have that "LTE+" at the back (also on the retail box). Instead, those EE (UK) units seem to have no hardware branding at all - it just has the "Samsung" logo at the back cover (and nothing on the retail box)
teichy1 said:
No Body knows man. But you can always flash the newest updates via odin without triggering knox. After a few month only German Vodafone is building an update. T- mobil stii stuck on h5 firmware. So if there will be an unbranded oce ever ever ever.........you have odin
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There are a few Providerapps inside. All Roms i tested for 901F has the normal Samsung Bootloaderscreener. No Provider startup. So nothing to worry about . Mine has also the LTE+ logo, but former T-Mobile Devices have also Coverbrands on it...Thanks God these not