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CWM Recovery on S5 active ?

Anyone know how to get a stable recovery on s5 active at ? I rooted with towel root and now I just need a recovery ? Here's my device info
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I too would like to know if CWR can be installed on the active. Just picked mine up today and so far i cant seem to find a whole lot of information about compatible recoveries or cyan mod regarding the gs 5 active

OigMan said:
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I too would like to know if CWR can be installed on the active. Just picked mine up today and so far i cant seem to find a whole lot of information about compatible recoveries or cyan mod regarding the gs 5 active
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If it's att the bootloader is locked and will probably stay that way so safestrap is all we got

daltonhrrll said:
If it's att the bootloader is locked and will probably stay that way so safestrap is all we got
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It is indeed att =/
hopefully Samsung will smarten up and unlock the bootloader, i remember i had this same trouble with my HTC One and then after a few months they finally opened up the bootloader. Im starting to regret picking up the Gs5...

OigMan said:
It is indeed att =/
hopefully Samsung will smarten up and unlock the bootloader, i remember i had this same trouble with my HTC One and then after a few months they finally opened up the bootloader. Im starting to regret picking up the Gs5...
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Yeah I doubt Samsung will let us unlock, until then dynamic Kat is A good ROM to run

Hi !
I'm interested by a custom recovery on S5A too, i have european version (SM-G870F) but i guess it's the same no ?
XDA is the best !
Thank you !

TankiFrench said:
Hi !
I'm interested by a custom recovery on S5A too, i have european version (SM-G870F) but i guess it's the same no ?
XDA is the best !
Thank you !
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I am using TWRP in my sm-g870f which i installed using the app on google play. I installed the s5 version.

tovarish said:
I am using TWRP in my sm-g870f which i installed using the app on google play. I installed the s5 version.
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Thanks ! I'm gonna try
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I tried by using the app, but crash when I tap "device model", so I think I will try by flashing, but not today
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I flashed TWRP by using ODIN and it works, Thank you very much

tovarish said:
I am using TWRP in my sm-g870f which i installed using the app on google play. I installed the s5 version.
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Coming from a Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505 (rom was before Knox, yay!)) I guess I'm spoiled for info. I didn't quite expect it to be this sparse. :-/
Only 2 threads concerning rooting and installing recovery on the SM-G870F..
Even though I've been here for almost a decade, I still find it unsettling every time i have to fiddle with the firmware.
And even more so, when Samsung is threatening with all sorts of evil (which btw by law, doesn't ruin my guarantee where I live).
So thanks guys! I'm now rooted (Chainfire -Towelroot doesn't work) and have made a backup with TWRP.

TankiFrench said:
Thanks ! I'm gonna try
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I tried by using the app, but crash when I tap "device model", so I think I will try by flashing, but not today
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I flashed TWRP by using ODIN and it works, Thank you very much
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Hi,
just bought my G870F and found this thread.
You flashed twrp-2.8.7.0-klte to G870F with odin?

jonezy82 said:
Hi,
just bought my G870F and found this thread.
You flashed twrp-2.8.7.0-klte to G870F with odin?
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I flash the Last version of twrp with odin yes, s5 and S5A works the same on that, if you chose twrp for s5, will works for s5a

TankiFrench said:
I flash the Last version of twrp with odin yes, s5 and S5A works the same on that, if you chose twrp for s5, will works for s5a
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Thank you for info.
I'll flash it.

jonezy82 said:
Thank you for info.
Ill flash it.
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Post a feedback when you're done

I confirm that twrp-2.8.7.0-klte ( galaxy S5 international version) works without problem on S5 Active ( SM-G870F).
You can not install this custom recovery direct from TWRP Manager from GooglePlay but installing is possible through Odin.
It was very hard to get any information and find clear experience about possible custom recovery for this model (SM-G870F). But thanks for you guys, it actually works now on my phone. :good:

Looking for Safestrap for SM-870W
Hi All,
After some research, I found that Samsung S5 Active (Bell (Canada) Mobility) has a locked bootloader
so I cannot install CWR or TWRP customer recovery. So I guess it Safestrap for me. But I can only find
Safestrap for either AT&T or Verizon http://www.mediablog.us/download-install-safestrap-recovery-verizon-galaxy-s5-sm-g900v-att-galaxy-s5-sm-g900a/
Can I use either one of them on my device? My intention is to load Koolkit ROM but I need to figure
out first how can I install Safestrap on my phone.
Any help, advise or suggestion is appreciated.
Thank you.

[Q] Rogers i337m - No Wifi after multiple flashes. Newbie :(

Hi All,
I tried unsuccessfully to root my i337M from Rogers (Canada). After multiple tries using Odin and finally trying to return it to stock, I now have no wifi (won't turn on) nor any sound.
I assume that the modem (fw) is not the same now after multiple flashing as the ROM that I flashed. I have been searching and have not found a way to remedy the situation.
Is there anyone who can refer me to the exact steps that I need to take in my situation?
Thanks in advance
Larry

Can you boot it into Recovery mode? If so do a factory reset and see if that cures it. If not, grab official files from sammobile.Then use Odin to flash it ( I have the same phone with Fido )http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SGH-I337M/RWC/
Then see how it works as that should fix it regardless
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Then use TowelRoot to root it ( one click and no Knox 0x1 problems )

Thanks Harry,
I did it, thanks. I'm selling the S4 and was worried I semi-bricked it
Thanks again,
Larry
Harry TestTickles said:
Can you boot it into Recovery mode? If so do a factory reset and see if that cures it. If not, grab official files from sammobile.Then use Odin to flash it ( I have the same phone with Fido )http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SGH-I337M/RWC/
Then see how it works as that should fix it regardless
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Then use TowelRoot to root it ( one click and no Knox 0x1 problems )
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Looking to go back to stock Rogers as well... I downloaded an NI2 firmware from SamMobile and flashed with ODIN. Now I have no WIFI (can't enable it), and I see this is pretty common and will be trying a few things. However the fix for this seems to vary for everyone.
I am downloading an MK6 firmware now as this is what I think was on there when I bought it a long time ago and will try that. Is there a confirmed fix for this?

I found flashing another kernel did the trick, I flashed talexop and it works perfectly now.

larman said:
Thanks Harry,
I did it, thanks. I'm selling the S4 and was worried I semi-bricked it
Thanks again,
Larry
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You're very welcome glad it worked out larman

Help Metro PCS SM-G900T1 Secure Fail Modem Soft-Brick

Hi people, i'm stuck whit mi Galaxy S5 SM-G900T1 Metro PCS
Here is what happen some person make the update on the Phone y was in Kit-Kat Rooted and was working just fine, was only wend the phone was updated wend happen the Booting Loop and try to re-install the Firmware and don't work i try several ways to fix but i not find a solution for it.
I'm need help to repair my Galaxy please help guys
This are the screen show in the Phone

You are flashing Lollipop or Kitkat?
Zardion said:
Hi people, i'm stuck whit mi Galaxy S5 SM-G900T1 Metro PCS
Here is what happen some person make the update on the Phone y was in Kit-Kat Rooted and was working just fine, was only wend the phone was updated wend happen the Booting Loop and try to re-install the Firmware and don't work i try several ways to fix but i not find a solution for it.
I'm need help to repair my Galaxy please help guys
This are the screen show in the Phone
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androidtweaker1 said:
You are flashing Lollipop or Kitkat?
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My Galaxy was in Kit-Kat 4.4.2 original Firmware and i made the Rooting and work great for a wile, but my Brother take whit out my permission and him see available updates for the Phone and him make the update and after that my phone was stuck in boot looping so i'm assume now is in the Lolipop

You tried flashing stock lollipop firmware using Odin?
Zardion said:
My Galaxy was in Kit-Kat 4.4.2 original Firmware and i made the Rooting and work great for a wile, but my Brother take whit out my permission and him see available updates for the Phone and him make the update and after that my phone was stuck in boot looping so i'm assume now is in the Lolipop
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androidtweaker1 said:
You tried flashing stock lollipop firmware using Odin?
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Yes i Try Odin Version 3.07, 3.09 and 3.185 whit The Original Firmware 4..4.2 - 5.1 -5.1.1 and don't work and i try whit Samsung KIES and KIES3 but since the phone not boot dont work

If you are comfortable I can assist you remotely using teamviewer.
Zardion said:
Yes i Try Odin Version 3.07, 3.09 and 3.185 whit The Original Firmware 4..4.2 - 5.1 -5.1.1 and don't work and i try whit Samsung KIES and KIES3 but since the phone not boot dont work
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androidtweaker1 said:
If you are comfortable I can assist you remotely using teamviewer.
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Great Thanks a lot for it :good:

You have teamviewer installed?
Zardion said:
Great Thanks a lot for it :good:
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Zardion said:
Great Thanks a lot for it :good:
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androidtweaker1 said:
You have teamviewer installed?
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Sorry about it this late respond, but i have the Thanks Giving out of the town and just this day i return to home, i'm so sorry and appreciate you offer to help tanks any way hope can contact very soon

Okay.
Zardion said:
Sorry about it this late respond, but i have the Thanks Giving out of the town and just this day i return to home, i'm so sorry and appreciate you offer to help tanks any way hope can contact very soon
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Is there any customs roms for the SM-G530W ?? Newbie HERE!

I have managed to root my Grand Prime SM-G530W and even disabled that FRP lock thing that made my phone stuck in reboot mode after i rooted it. Now my phone is rooted and it works soo i dont know what next. Any help? Kinda lost lol. was a iphone user before soo this is all new stuff to me

How did you get by the FRP?

how did you manage to root the phone? i have been trying for days now

Go in developer settings. Disable Oem Lock. something like that. Then enabled Oem Unlocking. Root and it will bypass.

check this thread for FRP Lock solution
123wish said:
How did you get by the FRP?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/gr...locked-frp-t3266961/post70604083#post70604083
Don't forget to push thanks button if this was helpful
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King_sharky said:
how did you manage to root the phone? i have been trying for days now
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Go to this thread, download file: trapkernel... download Odin. Start Odin. boot your phone in download mode (menu+power+vol down). Flash file through Odin on PDA mode. Reboot and done. :fingers-crossed:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g530t-5-1-1-t3203476
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Freelancer said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/gr...locked-frp-t3266961/post70604083#post70604083
Don't forget to push thanks button if this was helpful
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Go to this thread, download file: trapkernel... download Odin. Start Odin. boot your phone in download mode (menu+power+vol down). Flash file through Odin on PDA mode. Reboot and done. :fingers-crossed:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g530t-5-1-1-t3203476
Don't forget to hit thank you if this was helpful
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Lots of thanks to xda Developers. Thanks guys
Just don't forget about installing TWRP and XPosed to enjoy Freedom... As we all know, freedom is always free!

Pereira04 said:
I have managed to root my Grand Prime SM-G530W and even disabled that FRP lock thing that made my phone stuck in reboot mode after i rooted it. Now my phone is rooted and it works soo i dont know what next. Any help? Kinda lost lol. was a iphone user before soo this is all new stuff to me
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LOS 13.0 : https://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/unofficial-cyanogenmod-13-0-galaxy-t3491494
LOS 14.1 : https://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/unofficial-cyanogenmod-14-1-galaxy-t3536403

I bricked my S7 Edge, might need some help please

Hi guys,
So yesterday i was trying to install the One UI rom to my S7 Edge, but i messed up in the process. I think the problem started when i installed the latest version of TWRP (twrp-3.3.0-0 i think), and then i reinstalled a previous version of TWRP over this one (twrp-3.2.3-0).
Anyway, after doing this my phone went into full bootloop with the logo "SAMSUNG S7 EDGE ...." on the screen. No big deal i thought, i'll just flash a stock rom with odin, but everytime that i try, i keep getting the same error "sboot.bin -> FAIL!".
I already tried :
- Using differents versions of odin, especially the latest (3.13.1)
- Downloading differents roms (marshmallow, nougat, lollipop)
- Using a different usb port
- Restarting my pc multiple times
This is the SM-G935F btw.
Thanks

Just flash the latest firmware via odin. Tell me you model number and I'll send you the link to what firmware you have to flash. Also tell me what firmware are you currently flashing which is giving error
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Literally yesterday one more guy was in your same position but was able to boot his phone.
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damsodems said:
Hi guys,
So yesterday i was trying to install the One UI rom to my S7 Edge, but i messed up in the process. I think the problem started when i installed the latest version of TWRP (twrp-3.3.0-0 i think), and then i reinstalled a previous version of TWRP over this one (twrp-3.2.3-0).
Anyway, after doing this my phone went into full bootloop with the logo "SAMSUNG S7 EDGE ...." on the screen. No big deal i thought, i'll just flash a stock rom with odin, but everytime that i try, i keep getting the same error "sboot.bin -> FAIL!".
I already tried :
- Using differents versions of odin, especially the latest (3.13.1)
- Downloading differents roms (marshmallow, nougat, lollipop)
- Using a different usb port
- Restarting my pc multiple times
This is the SM-G935F btw.
Thanks
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Sorry I didn't see you already mentioned your model number.
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7-edge/SM-G935F/XSA/download/G935FXXS4ESC1/267665/
Flash this via odin and everything should work.

UsmaniMustafa said:
Just flash the latest firmware via odin. Tell me you model number and I'll send you the link to what firmware you have to flash. Also tell me what firmware are you currently flashing which is giving error
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Literally yesterday one more guy was in your same position but was able to boot his phone.
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Sorry I didn't see you already mentioned your model number.
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7-edge/SM-G935F/XSA/download/G935FXXS4ESC1/267665/
Flash this via odin and everything should work.
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Oh ok, to be honest i don't know if it will work since i already tried a tons of roms already, but i'll give it a try and give you an update if it went well.
Thanks !

damsodems said:
Oh ok, i'll give it a try and give you an update if it went well.
Thanks!
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On XDA we don't say thanks, just hit the thumbs up botton if I was able to help.

UsmaniMustafa said:
On XDA we don't say thanks, just hit the thumbs up botton if I was able to help.
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Yeah sure no problem. Btw i think i was on the latest version available, which should be oreo.

damsodems said:
Yeah sure no problem. Btw i think i was on the latest version available, which should be oreo.
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Yup that is why you are getting the sboot.bin error. It means the bootloader on your phone is newer than the one you are trying to flash. That's why it fails. On you phone screen you would have a error binary 4 device 5. Something like this.
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UsmaniMustafa said:
Yup that is why you are getting the sboot.bin error. It means the bootloader on your phone is newer than the one you are trying to flash. That's why it fails. On you phone screen you would have a error binary 4 device 5. Something like this.
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Yup that's right, that was the problem. I finally was able to flash the phone back to stock.
Thanks for the help.