Hello everyone.
I'm a real noob to android.
I purchased someone's Verizon s5 earlier this week. Great phone. My carrier is Rogers and the phone seems to deal with it just fine. I get good speed with LTE. The phone came in a rooted state so I don't know what it is running now.
This is the info from the phone:
model: SM-G900V
Android 4.4.2
Baseband G900VVRU1ANCG
Kernel 3.4.0 [email protected]#1
Build KOT49H.G900VVRU1ANCG
SE for Android: ENforcing SEPF_SM-G900V_4.4.2-0011
Harware G900V.05
Security MDF v1.0 Release 2 VPN v1.4 Release 1
It don't see any Developer edition marks on it under the battery.
My questions
1. What ROM am I using? Stock?
2. Is there anyway of removing these Verizon apps etc that I can't or don't use?
3. I get an error from the 'setup wizard' when the phone starts 'sim not authorized' . I close the app and it goes away. Is there a way to fix this.
4. Is it ok to install the roms for the SM-G900W8 (including stock) onto this handset? What am I risking?
5. Is there a Rom designed for this handset that isn't verizoned and is meant to work with any sim? i'm interested in keeping the samsung fingerprint, pulse, messaging, phone, contacts, calander, camera. gallary, music player, clock. Most everything else I think I can download.
Thanks for your time and expertise in advance.
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Ok, im sure the title caught your attention. Im currently deployed in Afghanistan, and im weeks from coming back to the states. I bought a galaxy S4 from the bazaar here on my fob. After a couple days I rooted it with Odin and the MD5 root file was CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.tar.md5.
Ive been having trouble with the phone, ect. Widgets not working, wifi is sketchy, programs not loading correctly. I either figure its because of the software I put on it, or because I bought it here in Afghanistan. Im hoping that its the software and I didn't just blow some cash. Ive been searching the forums for a couple days now on this site as well as others, trying to download stock firmware for this phone, but im not exactly sure which to download. My intentions for this phone is to bring it back to the states and put my ATT Sim card into it. I could really use some help and it would be greatly appreciated. Heres all the phone information I feel could be needed.
Model - GT-I9505
android version - 4.2.2
Baseband version - I9505XXUBMEA
Kernal Version - 3.4.0-768421 [email protected] #1 Thu may 30 00:56:31 KST 2013
build number - JDQ39.I9505XXUBMEA
j.ying714 said:
Ok, im sure the title caught your attention. Im currently deployed in Afghanistan, and im weeks from coming back to the states. I bought a galaxy S4 from the bazaar here on my fob. After a couple days I rooted it with Odin and the MD5 root file was CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.tar.md5.
Ive been having trouble with the phone, ect. Widgets not working, wifi is sketchy, programs not loading correctly. I either figure its because of the software I put on it, or because I bought it here in Afghanistan. Im hoping that its the software and I didn't just blow some cash. Ive been searching the forums for a couple days now on this site as well as others, trying to download stock firmware for this phone, but im not exactly sure which to download. My intentions for this phone is to bring it back to the states and put my ATT Sim card into it. I could really use some help and it would be greatly appreciated. Heres all the phone information I feel could be needed.
Model - GT-I9505
android version - 4.2.2
Baseband version - I9505XXUBMEA
Kernal Version - 3.4.0-768421 [email protected] #1 Thu may 30 00:56:31 KST 2013
build number - JDQ39.I9505XXUBMEA
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U might have to try ask on this attched forum since match your firmware and get more help over here SAMSUNG S4 GT-I9505 coz i read on HTC ONE XL forum AFGHAN version kinda tricky the way the firmware written......and maybe also same way with Samsung S4.....Goodluck....and Welcome back to US soon for HOLIDAY and we appreciated what u did to the country.....:good:
Hi. I received a Samsung Galaxy S5 as a gift about a month ago, but it's missing so many features I have no idea why.
My friend has exactly the same model, yet he has so many more options. For example,
I cannot edit the options for Power Saving mode
There is NO S voice on my apps page
The Sound Recorder looks just like the one from S4 and not S5, it also has NO options either, to configure it
Cannot change several options on the Camera, such as setting the brightness. The option is there, but it's greyed out, I cannot select it
I cannot update the android version. My current version is 4.4.2 and I cannot update it. As I access the 'System Updates', it does say 'Checking for update', but after a while it just says 'Network connection failed' no matter what. The signal for internet is the strongest, as well.
If I press and hold on the Home Screen, the whole options are not coming up either, such as seeing the current running applications. It just says 'Set wallpaper for', 'Apps and widgets' and 'Folder'.
What's wrong with it? Any way I can at least get the S voice?
Your phone might have a custom ROM. Go to settings -> About and list the following information so we know what we're dealing with here:
Model name
Baseband version
Kernel version
Commodore 64 said:
Your phone might have a custom ROM. Go to settings -> About and list the following information so we know what we're dealing with here:
Model name
Baseband version
Kernel version
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Model number
SM-G900F
Baseband version
G900FSKSU1ANCD
Kernel version
3.4.5
[email protected] #1
Mon Dec 1 16:04:57 CST 2014
SM-G900F is the European version of S5 and from what I see there are some discrepancies with the kernel number ...
So here is my hypothesis:
A. It has the incorrect ROM, which means flashing a 900F ROM should bring back those grayed out menus
B. It is a clone and not the real thing! Try reading some more by googling this "3.4.5 [email protected] #1 sm-g900f"
Thank you for the reply. I will ask where has the gift been specifically bought from to ponder on the "clone" thesis. I really, really hope such is not the case. Also, will it only bring back the greyed menus and ignore the 'S Voice' problem?
Regarding the 900F flash, do you think it's okay follow this guide in the attachment? (Have to do it this way cause I can't post links)
I would not try to flash anything before you're sure what you have in your hands cause if it's fake and you try to flash official Samsung rom you would be in trouble. Download Phone info Samsung from play store and check there if it's a original s5
this seems to be common specs of clone s5 phones that i am guessing need the appropriate custom rom - would anyone know if the given specs/details above would be enough to identify a specific custom rom - i have the same specs and when i did a hard reset it let loose a mass of spyware, adware, downloaded numerous playstore games and porn site links all as soon as i put the phone online - i am therefore desperate to find a clean custom rom that matches the above specs - i am hoping as doves above for an appropriate custom rom source
[Q] I'm stuck with an AT&T version out of the US... should I flash some other ROM?
I'm stuck in multiple levels, including not knowing what to search for on the forum, so excuse me if this has been discussed before or if it's on the wrong section.
So I bought a G2 a few months back to replace an HOX that took a swim in the ocean. It's probably a refurbished phone and turns out it's an AT&T model (D800?). I can't updated it as it says something like "The phone hasn't been registered yet" and, from what I've read, updates are OTA from AT&T towers. I'm at Portugal, so no such towers.
I'm also beginning to experience some lags and things crashing, like the keyboard etc. The original ROM (I believe it's a ROM?) is also loaded with AT&T stuff I don't need/can't use and would like to get rid of.
What do you think I should do? Flash some new ROM? If so, is there any 5.0 based one? I'm a huge fan of HTC's Sense and prefer stability to lots of customization. Any specific ROM I should be looking at?
Thanks in advance!
PS: I'm running Kit Kat 4.4.2. , I believe the Spanish seller flashed this himself. Not sure if it is rooted. It says:
Basedand version: M8974A-AAAANAZM-1.0.19082
Kernel Version: 3.4.0.
Build Number: KOT49I.D80020K
Software version D80020k
Anyone, pretty please? I know its a noob question but still...
Hello everyone! im sure this post has been covered but I having trouble navigating around and finding the info I need. I would like to start by saying 6 years ago I owned an htc hero that I rooted and installed cyanogenmod on using xda developers. everyone on here was extremely knowledgeable and helpful so this is where I am returning to first with my questions and issues. here is my story.\
we ordered and purchased my mother a galaxy s4 online. it came from Germany. We received it already unlocked, rooted, and custom software installed
its one thing for me to start with a stock phone and do it all myself, but im not sure how to take this already modified phone and turn it into cyanogenmod or back to stock (without losing root).
here is the phones current info
Galaxy S4 Model Number: GT-19500
Device Status: Custom
(Unlocked GSM Phone - Hooked up to bring your own ATT phone Straight Talk Line)
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: 19500XXUGNF6
Kernel version: 3.4.5-2434847 [email protected] #1 (Wed Aug 6 16:24:19 KST 2014)
Build Number: KOT49H.19500XXUGNH2
SE for Android Status Enforcing SEPF_GT-19500_4.4.2_0040 (Mon Feb 02 13:58:13 2015)
I am very very outdated on my terms and what this all means but very much willing to learn!! im exited to start modifying her phone and making it better as it is ALWAYS dying and im not sure why the company we bought it from modded it in the first place. I would like info on what was done to this (if anyone knows) and how I can either get it wiped clean (so they have no access to the custom stuff they put on it) and how I can install either cyanogenmod or another up to date custom rom, OR how I can restore it to factory rom that way I can do updates to newer android WITHOUT LOSING ROOT (if this is possible) all recommendations links and info is appreciated! I used to be apart of the xda community and have been out of the loop for a few years and would love to start learning again. my biggest fear is bricking or ruining my moms phone. she needs it for use everyday and I cant do anything that will ruin her phone (although I know all this comes with risk I trust the knowledge of most of the experienced users on here). her phone is an unlocked gsm phone as it is hooked up to a bring your own ATT phone Straight talk line.
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Hello,
Backstory:
My S4 just decided one day to turn off. Since that time the only response I could get out of it was the initial splash screen, then it either powers off, or, it will cycle over and over again (I think this is called bootloader looping?). I've had the phone apart and I've run the phone off of a bench power supply in order to rule out the battery as an issue. I swapped out the charging board and that didn't help. I checked the function of the power switch and still, no love.
In an attempt to continue to use my phone while I save up for a replacement, I was able to get a main board from a friend. That main board, when installed, runs the phone perfectly. With one exception. It is set up for Verizon and I am on Sprint.
I've asked the Sprint folks if they could write their ROM into the phone, but they tell me they don't have the knowledge / tools to do this. My belief is that they don't _want_ to do this so they can sell me a new phone. So, I'm reaching out to the xda community to see if you can help.
I have some problems with following any of the DIY guides on this board:
- I don't have any of the setup / phone details from the original phone since it blanked out.
- I don't know exactly which phone hardware _version_ I have, so finding a ROM that would be 'stock' is a problem. And, I was lucky enough to get this board so I don't want to brick it.
- In the end, I would be happy to root this phone, but I realize that I first have to get it back into Sprint 'space' first.
Below are the device details from the main board that I have working in the phone right now.
Model SCH-I545
Droid Ver 5.0.1
Baseband Ver I545VRSGPL1
Kernel Ver 3.4.0, [email protected] #1, Fri Dec 9 14:55 KST 2016
Build Nr LRX22C.I545VRSGPL1
SE 4 Droid Stat Enforcing, SEPF_SCH-I545_5.0.1_0022, Fri Dec 9 15:00 2016
Secure boot Stat Type Samsung
HW Ver I545.07
Security Software Ver MDFv1.0 Rel 4, VPN v1.4 Rel 4, ASKS v1.2_161011
Knox Ver KNOX 2.3, Std SDK 5.3.0, Prem SDK 2.3.0, Custom SDK 2.0.0, Container 2.3.0, CEP 2.0.1, Ent Billing 1.0.0, SE for Droid 2.2.1, SSO 2.1.1, TIMA 2.0, VPN 2.2.0
Conf Ver J12.SAM.SCHI545.0
Specific questions:
A) Can I even do what I am hoping is just a ROM flash to this main board to convert it to Sprint?
B) Please point me towards getting the proper identification information for my original phone.
C) Please point me toward the correct DIY procedures.
Thank you in advance for taking time to read this.