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Hey I have an opportunity to grab a Korean S4 (SHV-E300K/S). I am wondering if there will be any issues to using this phone in HK? The LTE bands appear to be compatible. I was wondering if the phone will be locked or if there is something that just won't work? I've never been to Korea so I don't know how phones are sold there so any insight will be appreciated.
Thanks in Advance!
Did some digging around and apparently KT telecom, (1 of the 2 large operators in South Korea) did not lock the previous release of the S3.
Also including the article which mentions the LTE bands just in case anyone's interested.
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/04/02/galaxy-s4s-korean-variant-shv-e300sk-to-feature-exynos-5-octa-clocked-at-1-8ghz-confirmed-by-fcc/
Still hoping to get some input before pulling the trigger. Thanks
I'm very interested in this, and I've been trying to do some research. I have a best friend who's brother lives in Korea and works at Samsung, and she told me that if I wanted the Korean version, he'd do his best to ship one to my specifications.
Long story short, I want the Exynos + LTE, but the information online is few and in between.
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Well if you can find out anything from that person who works for Samsung that would be much appreciated. I'm willing to pull the trigger if:
a) they sell phones outright off contract in Korea,
b) the phone is carrier unlocked, and
c) I can set English menus.
I am willing to Gamble with the LTE bands and the software compatibility quirks that I may experience.
Perhaps someone from Korea can shed some light?
Thanks.
pygo said:
Well if you can find out anything from that person who works for Samsung that would be much appreciated. I'm willing to pull the trigger if:
a) they sell phones outright off contract in Korea,
b) the phone is carrier unlocked, and
c) I can set English menus.
I am willing to Gamble with the LTE bands and the software compatibility quirks that I may experience.
Perhaps someone from Korea can shed some light?
Thanks.
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To answer your questions,
Phones are available in English menu and you only need to worry about the LTE bands as they are not carrier locked in Korea. You might need to set some settings to work in your country and chances should be high as I heard the Octa supports 20 bands of LTE.
I'm not sure what you meant by outright but you can walk into any shop and buy it if that's what you meant. Alternatively, if you know anyone in Korea they should be able to get it for you but not in the next few days because right now it seems that it's all on contract until stock are more abundant.
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It would be really cool if the Korean GS4 could work with USA LTE. But the price~! Right now, it's being sold for around $1,100 USD~!
What's special about Korean models? Don't other countries have octa too?
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What's special about Korean models? Don't other countries have octa too?
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They have octa + LTE.
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Okay, so I'm very confused. I too have the opportunity to grab a Korean version, but instead of the OP, I reside in the US, would I run into ANY problems if I got this version? LTE I understand might possibly work/might not, but is there anything else to be concerned with?
All galaxy korean version has following problems.
1. All operator too many customizing ==> it will cause unstable, because all known that they request too many modify frameworks also.
2. Too many have bloat apps.(operator apps, avg 10 + apps exist, some apps are not support uninstall, yeah rooting will delete that apps, but it make an another error)
3. UMTS band are only 1900/2100 (official), previous galaxy have only UMTS 2100 (SKT/KT model only, LGU+ model using CDMA 1800(that frequncy only exist in korea over the world)
4. LTE band are only 850/1800. (SKT 850/1800 , KT 1800 / LG U+ 850)
5. Maybe Firmare not compatible with Global version (I930X / N710X )
6. you may not use USSD code (korean all operator doesn't support USSD code, so korean localizing version remove USSD function)
I lived in korea, but i don't use our korean galaxy models. This time I also ordered galaxy s4 on UK. Because UK model is always Europe open model and it has nearly Samsung reference model. (Doesn't have or 1~2 bloat app exist)
i'm very hate too many localizing. it will always phone make unstable.
Pulverizer, thank you for the info! I think I'll be going for the i9500 now.
Thank You to all who took the time to reply!
I'm likely going to get a local machine now to reduce the need to tinker.
This is also a very informative link from an shv-e300 user for any of those who are still fence sitters! Very good information is given at the bottom of page 3!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2253148&page=3
I to was tempted for Korean
This information will keep me to in the US/UK LTE version.
Anyone else intrigued by the LG G2 South Korean variant?
Anyone have any specsheet or detailed base band info for the models?
I'd love to order one into Canada and use it on Wind Mobile (AWS carrier kinda like T Mobile in the States).
There have to be some more people considering the same?
I've seen conflicting details regarding what the model numbers for the South Korean variants are. Anyone else have any info?
For e.g. I've seen LG F320S and LG F320K and LG F320L
Do all of these come with the microSD slot and removable battery?
I guess more importantly: Which one these is compatible with the North American AWS bands?
Would appreciate any deets anyone could provide.
Thanks.
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Anyone else intrigued by the LG G2 South Korean variant?
Anyone have any specsheet or detailed base band info for the models?
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Check the LG page, it has all the frequencies. It looks like I should be alright with Fido/Rogers. I don't think it has the US LTE bands apparently, just 4g?
I've seen conflicting details regarding what the model numbers for the South Korean variants are. Anyone else have any info?
For e.g. I've seen LG F320S and LG F320K and LG F320L
Do all of these come with the microSD slot and removable battery?
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I think they all have that, also I saw a TV antenna on a youtube review!
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Check the LG page, it has all the frequencies. It looks like I should be alright with Fido/Rogers. I don't think it has the US LTE bands apparently, just 4g?
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Wind here doesn't have 4G or LTE yet anyways so that's not a concern.
Which LG page do you speak of?
I tried to navigate to their Korean page but it was only offered in Korean and not in English.
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Wind here doesn't have 4G or LTE yet anyways so that's not a concern.
Which LG page do you speak of?
I tried to navigate to their Korean page but it was only offered in Korean and not in English.
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I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
Check negrielectronics, they are selling the SK version, you should be able to get your specs there.
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I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
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What carrier are you using it with?
Could you comment on battery life that you've experience compared to the reviews of the 3000mah battery?
so what do you use it on ATT or Tomobile
Zentac said:
I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
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So you use it on ATT USA?
No no, sorry for the late reply, different time zone. I'm using it on t mobile here in Holland.
I'm not allowed to post links yet but if you do a Google search on f320l bands, you will get some results.
I don't have specific battery details yet, battery monitor widget get confused by me swapping out the two batteries
It comes with two batteries and a charger/stand.
I never paid much attention to people complaining about non-swappable batteries, but I haven't had it hooked up to a charger ever since getting it last Saturday. I did swap out the batteries a few times, but hardly every day.
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I got mine too,Sk telecom variant F320S.About LTE now you can change the LTE bands from the servise menu,i already put mine on auto.It has 4 different bands there to choose,850 1800 2100 and 2600 (Channels 5,3,1,7) and auto,same goes for the other bands also.Not sure if other variants have more or no.
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I got mine too,Sk telecom variant F320S.About LTE now you can change the LTE bands from the servise menu,i already put mine on auto.It has 4 different bands there to choose,850 1800 2100 and 2600 (Channels 5,3,1,7) and auto,same goes for the other bands also.Not sure if other variants have more or no.
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Question for you: if you pop off the back. Does it state f320s or f320l/s?
Mine actually states f320l/s, and although it is supposed to be the u+ version, which is a wdcma phone, I'm doing fine on hspa+
Looks to me like it's the same phone with different carrier branding
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Anyone using the SK variant in NA?
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
hi guys i just got my g2 from korea,works just fine in all networks 4g and lte but here is my problem..i cannot do a hard reset on it using the hard keys,and i can only acces into it as guest.
I tried the combination of volume down + power key,it just doesnt work,no reboot screen or anything.
Any ideas?
thanks for the help in advance
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Question for you: if you pop off the back. Does it state f320s or f320l/s?
Mine actually states f320l/s, and although it is supposed to be the u+ version, which is a wdcma phone, I'm doing fine on hspa+
Looks to me like it's the same phone with different carrier branding
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F320L/S and i have flashed it with the beta K model firmware now,and also works like a charm.
fahad233 said:
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
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My F320S doesnt and im sure the L model doesnt too,since its practicaly the same.Only if you are lucky and the K one has it...
I'm going to buy G2 but not sure if I should buy an International version one or Korean? I would love to have the ability to change battery and sd card but I'm afraid the developer support might not be good with the Korean version? Can it flash international rom?
I am using the korean variant ,well just because of the micro sd and removable battery. Rooting is easy and you just have to wait for custom rom to arrive.
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fahad233 said:
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
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I cannot, but I can say that it works for 3g on Fido, at the very least. It is possible that I need an 'LTE sim card' to get LTE speeds, this is my next step. For now, 3g for the F320S works for Fido.
Also, the antenna captures nothing, but once you pull it out, it looks like a phone from the 80s, so yeah, its awesome.
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I cannot, but I can say that it works for 3g on Fido, at the very least. It is possible that I need an 'LTE sim card' to get LTE speeds, this is my next step. For now, 3g for the F320S works for Fido.
Also, the antenna captures nothing, but once you pull it out, it looks like a phone from the 80s, so yeah, its awesome.
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Haha well said, it indeed does look that way!
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Zentac said:
Haha well said, it indeed does look that way!
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So what is the benefit of the South Korean model? I see you get two batteries, but at 2600mAh vs the one battery at 3100mAh, you get the micro SD slot, and the removable back cover. What other benefits would I get if I traded my US AT&T LG G2 model for the SK one?
I am a noob at this so I am just trying to make an informed decision as to whether to keep this one or look at a different different one (European vs Asian vs American, etc...).
NevetsDrassel said:
So what is the benefit of the South Korean model? I see you get two batteries, but at 2600mAh vs the one battery at 3100mAh, you get the micro SD slot, and the removable back cover. What other benefits would I get if I traded my US AT&T LG G2 model for the SK one?
I am a noob at this so I am just trying to make an informed decision as to whether to keep this one or look at a different different one (European vs Asian vs American, etc...).
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none other than that.
I got mine as I just couldn't wait for the European release. And I have to say the swappable batteries are a treat... especially as you get an external charger with it. So he always swap in a full battery. Gets you technically 5200mAh
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But to be honest, unless you are craving the external sd capability, I would say; enjoy your US g2
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Hi. Which one is better in performance n battery life?
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shaldi said:
Hi. Which one is better in performance n battery life?
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i think both are the same, but the korean version has removable battery and micro sd slot which are awesome. but with 3000mah battery on the D802, i never run out of juice before the end of the day though. and i believe the d802 has much better dev support in custom rom and tweaks.
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i think both are the same, but the korean version has removable battery and micro sd slot which are awesome. but with 3000mah battery on the D802, i never run out of juice before the end of the day though. and i believe the d802 has much better dev support in custom rom and tweaks.
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Thanks. I still thinking to buy one. Removable battery n ext sd card is a must for me. Korean version included 2 batteries n desktop chargers thats a bonus. But what a point of that if the performance is lower than international version one. I guess need an answer from people who have international and korean version lg g2 to satisfy me.
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Hi, i have a korean version, f320l, with the lamhoang rom v3.2.
I hit 35000 max on Antutu.
Hope this helps
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Oh, and for the batteries, on heavy duty, i change it the evening. Its the big "plus" of the Korean version, with it 2 batteries and stand alone charger.
I takes me 10s max to change battery on it.
And the micro SD card is awesome, 64gb without a problem, accepts files bigger than 4gb.
Bought korean ver f320s. Satisfied. I rooted it.
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Hi,
The Korean version is such a great device with its additional benefits sd slot and replaceable battery
I'm using the G2 F320L and was hoping to take its battery performance a step further.. is it possible to get a 3000mah battery for it as opposed to the 2610mah variant or would it be a different size/ not fit?
Thanksm
Ash_GMH said:
Hi,
The Korean version is such a great device with its additional benefits sd slot and replaceable battery
I'm using the G2 F320L and was hoping to take its battery performance a step further.. is it possible to get a 3000mah battery for it as opposed to the 2610mah variant or would it be a different size/ not fit?
Thanksm
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Yes possible. I will buy 3000mah n use it if i find where to buy online.
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shaldi said:
Bought korean ver f320s. Satisfied. I rooted it.
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Where did you buy it?
Zarek1 said:
Where did you buy it?
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Same here , i have the f240k version also korean (brought from a korean student here in Madrid i lost his number ... ) , but i want to buy the korean version of lg g2 ...
scufutz's LGOP
i was just wondering If i buy a case for the international version on ebay for my husbands korean version, will it fit?
Thank you
I love my f320s only thing missing is I can't get LTE in the US, do any of the F320 have LTE band support for the US or can I somehow flash the modem with d802 or d801 modem.
I just brought F320L from ebay, really awesome phone. Rooted it with cloudyg2 3.0 ROM.
Hey guys, any lg g2 f320 owners living in europe? I am living in Greece and I'm thinking of buying a f320 but im hesitating because I dont know if all 2g 3g and 4g bands of my carrier are supported by the phone. I beleive my carrier (GR COSMOTE) has 2100mhz for 3g and 1800mhz for 4g. Any help will be appreciated
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Vladimiros92 said:
Hey guys, any lg g2 f320 owners living in europe? I am living in Greece and I'm thinking of buying a f320 but im hesitating because I dont know if all 2g 3g and 4g bands of my carrier are supported by the phone. I beleive my carrier (GR COSMOTE) has 2100mhz for 3g and 1800mhz for 4g. Any help will be appreciated
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I have used F320L in UK with O2 carrier for couple of months, never faced any problems. 3G connectivity works fine, but not sure about 4G network (never used).
F320 models support any band in EU.
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Hey guys, any lg g2 f320 owners living in europe? I am living in Greece and I'm thinking of buying a f320 but im hesitating because I dont know if all 2g 3g and 4g bands of my carrier are supported by the phone. I beleive my carrier (GR COSMOTE) has 2100mhz for 3g and 1800mhz for 4g. Any help will be appreciated
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Hi!
I have also a korean version of LGG2. I have already used it in several countries within Europe. It works under all of bands and networks included 4g LTE as well. Tested in UK, France, Netherland, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Hungary, Austria, Italy.
CourtT said:
Hi!
I have also a korean version of LGG2. I have already used it in several countries within Europe. It works under all of bands and networks included 4g LTE as well. Tested in UK, France, Netherland, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Hungary, Austria, Italy.
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That is great news man! Thanks for the feedback!
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That is great news man! Thanks for the feedback!
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Hey,I was looking for any answers about the F320 in europe and I got this post.
I've wondered did you buy the F320 yet?
please reply as soon as possible thx!
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talkChrisTucker said:
Hey,I was looking for any answers about the F320 in europe and I got this post.
I've wondered did you buy the F320 yet?
please reply as soon as possible thx!
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Hi!
What would like to know about the F320?
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Hi!
What would like to know about the F320?
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I would like to know how its working in Europe, differences between the versions,those kind of stuff...
thank you !!:angel::good:
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shaldi said:
Bought korean ver f320s. Satisfied. I rooted it.
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I bought Korean and want to remove Korean apps but not able to do so.... Do you know ant method??
Hi,
I live in Canada and I use wind mobile.
Which Note 3 model versions will work with my carrier without troubles ? A list will help to buy online...
HSDPA is important, I don't care LTE since wind canada I think they don't have it yet...
Thanks
SM-N900W8
Just an FYI, it is also the same Note 3 model used across all the other Canadian carriers who offer it.
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Thanks a lot,
is it the only model that will work with wind canada?
Thanks
Questions and help issues go in Q&A and Help section
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FNSM
What about N900T? It should be pentaband, would it work?
Can a normal or LTE model be transformed in wind working flashing a new radio ?
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I'm thinking of getting the international version of the Note 4 (N910f), I'm currently in Mexico studying but I'm planning to go back to the US when I finish. I would like to know if someone that has the international version of the Note 4 has LTE working in the US or if there is a workaround on how to make it work.
Thanks in advance!
It works as long as your service provider has LTE on the bands listed for the phone
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itrof61 said:
Hi everyone,
I'm thinking of getting the international version of the Note 4 (N910f), I'm currently in Mexico studying but I'm planning to go back to the US when I finish. I would like to know if someone that has the international version of the Note 4 has LTE working in the US or if there is a workaround on how to make it work.
Thanks in advance!
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It doesn't work for me. I use T-Mobile, which has LTE, and I cannot get it. I get HDSP+ (or whatever it's called). I called T-Mobile about it and they told me that since the phone is not branded T-Mobile they won't give me LTE access. Pain pain
International SM-910C has LTE (I'm on an ATT mvno, Consumer Cellular). Exynos processor. Available through eBay...
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