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AT&T SGH-I467 OTA Update I467UCAMF2

Hey everyone. I just got an OTA update for my Note 8.0 LTE (AT&T). It's a small update (16.3MB). The new firmware build is I467UCAMF2. This is probably just a bugfix update but OTAs are almost always a good thing.
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Yeah got it this morning... was hoping it would fix the screen from becoming unresponsive. Did not fix it
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Update the Software for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (i467)
Update summary
The latest software package updates the baseband version to I467UCAMF2, and includes improvements to the initial setup process on the device. The update is available for download over a Wi-Fi network connection.
What to expect after the update
Although there should be no impacts to settings or data, we recommend that you back up your media files to an SD card, a PC, or using a favorite application (from the Play Store), prior to upgrading the software. For information on backing up and restoring your phone using Samsung Kies, click here.
How to update
Customers will receive an alert and be prompted to download the update, or have the option to initiate the update manually. When prompted, you can postpone the update up to 3 times, and 4 hours per occurrence. After the update has been postponed for the maximum allowable time, your device will automatically download and install the update.
Note: Before the update can begin, your tablet must be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
To initiate the update manually, go to Settings .
Scroll to the "System" section, and then tap About device > Software update > Check for updates.
Tap OK.
The device will determine if new software is available, and begin downloading the software update. Once complete, the device will restart.
Please wait until your tablet reboots completely, and then tap Done to finish.
How to verify the update
From the home screen, tap Settings .
NOTE: Alternatively, from the home screen, press the Menu key, and then tap Settings.
From the "more" tab, tap About device. The following information will be displayed:
Android version: 4.1.2
Baseband version: I467UCAMF2
Build number: JZO54K.I467UCAMF2

Archon810 said:
Update the Software for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (i467)
Update summary
The latest software package updates the baseband version to I467UCAMF2, and includes improvements to the initial setup process on the device. The update is available for download over a Wi-Fi network connection.
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OK so allow me to translate that into English:
"Because we're A, T and f***ing T, we decided to make Samsung replace Google's normal Android setup app with our own called AT&T Ready2Go. The problem is, again because we're A, T and f***ing T, our app sucks. If you have two-step verification enabled on your Google account, you won't be able to sign into your Google account during setup with AT&T Ready2Go. I guess we underestimated how many people actually have it turned on, so oops! Our bad. Here, it's enabled. Happy now?"

I manually updated a couple of hours ago. After playing around with the Note 8 with the update for about an hour I no longer experience the screen stutter/freeze/pause/etc. issue. I hope this in fact is fixed, but so far so good.

cataloochee said:
I manually updated a couple of hours ago. After playing around with the Note 8 with the update for about an hour I no longer experience the screen stutter/freeze/pause/etc. issue. I hope this in fact is fixed, but so far so good.
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I'm still getting the unresponsive screen issue post-update. I've thought about doing a reset, but haven't actually done it yet.

Would be nice if someone had the OTA zip, as it is possible a root could be made from it if the right images are included.
- Dan

DanMc85 said:
Would be nice if someone had the OTA zip, as it is possible a root could be made from it if the right images are included.
- Dan
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Nobody cam get the zip file unless they're rooted and root isn't currently possible on the AT&T model.
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oldblue910 said:
Nobody cam get the zip file unless they're rooted and root isn't currently possible on the AT&T model.
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So is this thing super locked down or do not many people have it yet? No root is killing me.
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joshw0000 said:
So is this thing super locked down or do not many people have it yet? No root is killing me.
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A little of both. The bootloader is encrypted and locked on the AT&T model, but also, very few of us on XDA actually have one. Let's be real. People around here thumb their noses at tablets with an LTE connection a lot of times. They just have no hipster cred in the Android geek community. The in crowd just buys a WiFi-only tablet and tethers it to their phone. It's the geekier thing to do, even if it's a pain in the @$$. You can talk about why LTE tablets are useful until you're blue in the face but it falls on deaf ears more often than not.
Unfortunately, I'm not very optimistic that we'll ever see root unless there comes a time where the WiFi-only root method works on the AT&T model.
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oldblue910 said:
A little of both. The bootloader is encrypted and locked on the AT&T model, but also, very few of us on XDA actually have one. Let's be real. People around here thumb their noses at tablets with an LTE connection a lot of times. They just have no hipster cred in the Android geek community. The in crowd just buys a WiFi-only tablet and tethers it to their phone. It's the geekier thing to do, even if it's a pain in the @$$. You can talk about why LTE tablets are useful until you're blue in the face but it falls on deaf ears more often than not.
Unfortunately, I'm not very optimistic that we'll ever see root unless there comes a time where the WiFi-only root method works on the AT&T model.
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Is it encrypted? I got this tablet 2nd hand and I may never even put service on it. If I can't root it, I'll probably trade it for a wifi version. I know AT&T and Verizon pushed an OTA to the S4's that prevented root. Luckily I was rooted/rom'ed prior to that. My GN8 doesn't have the latest OTA. I'm still hopeful for root and unlock/simunlock so I can grab a pre-paid card for this tab.
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joshw0000 said:
Is it encrypted? I got this tablet 2nd hand and I may never even put service on it. If I can't root it, I'll probably trade it for a wifi version. I know AT&T and Verizon pushed an OTA to the S4's that prevented root. Luckily I was rooted/rom'ed prior to that. My GN8 doesn't have the latest OTA. I'm still hopeful for root and unlock/simunlock so I can grab a pre-paid card for this tab.
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Yes is encrypted and was in the original shipping firmware too, sadly.
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oldblue910 said:
Yes is encrypted and was in the original shipping firmware too, sadly.
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Damn. I couldn't find any info online about it when I got it so I assumed it was just a matter of time before it was rooted like the others.
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Has anyone tried fc or moyochopper?
My device is trying to update but I blocked it (for now)...
If I can root it before the download starts them maybe I can grab the file...

prestonjb said:
Has anyone tried fc or moyochopper?
My device is trying to update but I blocked it (for now)...
If I can root it before the download starts them maybe I can grab the file...
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I haven't tried personally, but if you want to try, go for it.

oldblue910 said:
Yes is encrypted and was in the original shipping firmware too, sadly.
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Damm, I was going to try to learn to build a rooted kernel.
If it's not a hassle can you point me to the post that IDed the encryption, or did you verify it?

Here is the Firmware for the newest OTA It has everything you could possibly want. I'm working a double or i would of already cracked it open and at least done something with it.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzgUrWZ7XZ0rRWNZNlU0bmg2Uk0/edit?usp=sharing

dirtydroidx said:
Here is the Firmware for the newest OTA It has everything you could possibly want. I'm working a double or i would of already cracked it open and at least done something with it.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzgUrWZ7XZ0rRWNZNlU0bmg2Uk0/edit?usp=sharing
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Thanks for this. This is actually the original firmware, not the OTA. The link you provided was for MF1. That's the original shipping firmware. MF2 is the OTA. Still, this is great to have!

oldblue910 said:
Thanks for this. This is actually the original firmware, not the OTA. The link you provided was for MF1. That's the original shipping firmware. MF2 is the OTA. Still, this is great to have!
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yeah forgot about that little OTA I made a boot.img and pushed it via hemdall, and it took , Im guessing that the everything by-name is writable via odin. Well lol at least im hoping it is haha.

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yeah forgot about that little OTA I made a boot.img and pushed it via hemdall, and it took , Im guessing that the everything by-name is writable via odin. Well lol at least im hoping it is haha.
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How did you dump that? Are you rooted?

Firmware Update

I recieved a firmware update this morning. About 11 MB. System seems faster, keyboard has been fixed and the Internet is definitely faster. Anybody else get this and does anybody know what was in this update?
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haven't seen any notes, but i really haven't looked for any, lol. i won't take it until root is confirmed to work with it. i don't wanna patch any possible exploits.

Mine downloaded the patch and installed the minute it was done with setup.

dpersuhn said:
Mine downloaded the patch and installed the minute it was done with setup.
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The same here, it was only 11 MB, and said it enhanced stability.

I received the update this afternoon. The update stated that it would "Enhance Stability"

New Lollipop OF1 found on Kies update

Plugged my Note 4 into Kies this afternoon and it announced new firmware, ending in OF1. It's downloading at the moment... anyone else seeing this?
This is for the VZW Note 4. Says the current version is PDA, CSC, PHONE is OAF, VZW -new firmware is OF1.
Steve

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Plugged my Note 4 into Kies this afternoon and it announced new firmware, ending in OF1. It's downloading at the moment... anyone else seeing this?
This is for the VZW Note 4. Says the current version is PDA, CSC, PHONE is OAF, VZW -new firmware is OF1.
Steve
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Are you currently running lollipop on your phone or kit Kat?

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Are you currently running lollipop on your phone or kit Kat?
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Lollipop. The build ends in BOAF, I think this build ends in OF1. It's downloading now, I'll let you know.

steven.rn said:
Lollipop. The build ends in BOAF, I think this build ends in OF1. It's downloading now, I'll let you know.
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Same thing here. Seemed like a large update, did I see correctly it was downloading a file over 2 gb?

OOOO, wonder if it's a surprise 5.1 update......(Probably not).....Would be nice though

veteranmina said:
OOOO, wonder if it's a surprise 5.1 update......(Probably not).....Would be nice though
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Software version: N910VVRU2BOF1.... android version..... 5.0.1 ....and yep, it was over 2 gigs.
Steve

Does it increment the Bootloader?
I.e. Can you roll it back still?

Full Build number: LRX22C.N910VVRU2BOF1
2 gig update to add Milk Music. Awesome.
In all seriousness, haven't noticed any changes yet.

Got it as well when I plugged into my laptop running the VZW updater.
BOF1
Didn't get a capture of the original kernel info.
The Milk app is only 12MB so one would have to assume there was far more updated.

anyone else take this upgrade? im downloading it now, just hopefully it doesn't cause any performance issues!

I checked for update on my phone and nothing
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Downloaded Kies and got the update pop up. Downloading now and will see.
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Of1 update on 7/7/15
steven.rn said:
Plugged my Note 4 into Kies this afternoon and it announced new firmware, ending in OF1. It's downloading at the moment... anyone else seeing this?
This is for the VZW Note 4. Says the current version is PDA, CSC, PHONE is OAF, VZW -new firmware is OF1.
Steve
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I haven't noticed anything different. I disabled milk music as soon as saw it. Other than that no change at all. Weird! However, 5.1 will be rolling out the end of the month.. Long over due!

I just finished d/ling and updating via Smart Switch (Kies) as well - no noticeable changes here either. The only differences I notice are the Baseband & Build versions now end in BOF1, and of course the addition of Milk - which was promptly disabled. For some reason - under Options>System Updates says 'Software update is temporarily unavailable" when I tap it now. Will keep checking to see if I can find anything else...

No changes here either, although the kernel version seems to be a little different. Also this app that I circled, doesn't look familiar at all.
Just found something new. When using chrome if I go to droid life or yahoo.com, the status bar turns pink or purple. Never did that before.
Edit: never mind! Didn't realize that once you turned off the merge tabs part, or goes away. That's dumb.
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Is this new software still available on kies?

I can confirm
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No changes here either, although the kernel version seems to be a little different. Also this app that I circled, doesn't look familiar at all.
Just found something new. When using chrome if I go to droid life or yahoo.com, the status bar turns pink or purple. Never did that before.
Edit: never mind! Didn't realize that once you turned off the merge tabs part, or goes away. That's dumb.
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I can confirm that app was not there in BOAF, screenshot attached.
Let us know if you see anything else that looks different.

I believe that LTE Broadcast Manager thing has something to do with Verizon's new LTE TV Service. In other words, more bloat!
http://www.verizonwireless.com/news/article/2013/01/verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-broadcast.html

I had the pop up for this software in kies about 2 hours ago but lost Internet connectivity while the update downloaded via kies and it all stopped, I restarted my computer and now opening kies it says I have the latest software in OAF. Anyone know a way to trick it and bring that OF1 update back?

Of1 update on 7/7/15
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I had the pop up for this software in kies about 2 hours ago but lost Internet connectivity while the update downloaded via kies and it all stopped, I restarted my computer and now opening kies it says I have the latest software in OAF. Anyone know a way to trick it and bring that OF1 update back?
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Yes, to get your update, pull your battery, restart your pc and try again. No matter though you will get the update again. As I stated before, 5.1 will be rolling out towards the of month. Be patient, because droid Turbo just received the update this past week.

OJ6 update now available

Battery optimization and security updates.

I see no difference at all between this new update and the previous one. Can somebody state the differences if there is any please?

Probably part of the new "monthly" update schedule for security fixes. It's only 150.55 MB. Looks like it fixed the most recent Stagefright vulnerabilities.

poit said:
Probably part of the new "monthly" update schedule for security fixes. It's only 150.55 MB. Looks like it fixed the most recent Stagefright vulnerabilities.
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I believe they sent another update to handle the stagefright. This one claimed Battery improvements so we will test and see

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I believe they sent another update to handle the stagefright. This one claimed Battery improvements so we will test and see
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I think OG5 was supposed to fix the stagefright vulnerabilities but it didn't, there were new vulnerabilities discovered which you can test for using stagefright detector. OJ6 takes care of the new vulnerabilities.

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Probably part of the new "monthly" update schedule for security fixes. It's only 150.55 MB. Looks like it fixed the most recent Stagefright vulnerabilities.
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I think OG5 was supposed to fix the stagefright vulnerabilities but it didn't, there were new vulnerabilities discovered which you can test for using stagefright detector. OJ6 takes care of the new vulnerabilities.
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Ok, thank you. Hopefully they got it this time around

Anyone rip out the update to add to current roms.
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kaos420 said:
Anyone rip out the update to add to current roms.
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If this update is the same type of update the N5 got then no you can't "add" this ota to current roms. It is a very complex patch that envolves actually patching all of the system files in the rom. I would need somebody to pull the ota zip from their phone and upload it and i will be able to give you a definite answer. But I can almost guarantee this ota is in fact a patch and therefore will be impossible to use for dev purposes. Speaking from my experience with the N5 ota which i quickly learned upon extracting and looking at the ota zip for it.

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If this update is the same type of update the N5 got then no you can't "add" this ota to current roms. It is a very complex patch that envolves actually patching all of the system files in the rom. I would need somebody to pull the ota zip from their phone and upload it and i will be able to give you a definite answer. But I can almost guarantee this ota is in fact a patch and therefore will be impossible to use for dev purposes. Speaking from my experience with the N5 ota which i quickly learned upon extracting and looking at the ota zip for it.
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Where is the file located?

tx_dbs_tx said:
If this update is the same type of update the N5 got then no you can't "add" this ota to current roms. It is a very complex patch that envolves actually patching all of the system files in the rom. I would need somebody to pull the ota zip from their phone and upload it and i will be able to give you a definite answer. But I can almost guarantee this ota is in fact a patch and therefore will be impossible to use for dev purposes. Speaking from my experience with the N5 ota which i quickly learned upon extracting and looking at the ota zip for it.
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only reasaon i asked is came from note 3. we had a small update that was able to be flashed over current setup. but im sure someone will grab it.

After update i can't flash recovery via odin . Stuck on stock until i figure this one out

Anyone else having horrible speeds like this? Before I could get at least 13 down and sometimes even over 20 but this is horrible. We got a new prl version with this update too so I don't know if that's why. Well for some reason I can't post a pic but I only got 4 down and not even 1 full Meg up.
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My wifi was slow downloading even after a fresh restart so i odin back to og and all good again

No wifi problems here. Speedtest reports the usual 35 down and 3 up. I'll check LTE when I get in a decent signal area. I'm on OJ6 with the 030 prl
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Where is the file located?
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Cache folder

bonebeatz1234 said:
After update i can't flash recovery via odin . Stuck on stock until i figure this one out
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Any update on rooting and recovery after updating?

poit said:
No wifi problems here. Speedtest reports the usual 35 down and 3 up. I'll check LTE when I get in a decent signal area. I'm on OJ6 with the 030 prl
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Same here. Wifi is the same and same prl. The weird thing was my signal didn't seem to really change simply driving around where normally it would be better.
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To get the update zip do this. First you MUST be on the stock odexed OG5 rom. Next go to Settings | System update and check for updates or it may prompt you that an update is available automatically. simply download the update but DO NOT install it. Last, root your phone if you aren't already by odin'ing the latest TWRP recovery then flash a pre-rooted OG5 kernel in recovery and reboot. You will also need to flash the latest SuperSu binaries or download SuperSU from google Play and install it and then use that to install the binaries. Once you have proper root, use a root file browser (I recommend root explorer) and look in the root directory for a folder named "fota". The ota will be a zip file with a file name that is a mix of numbers and letters or it will be named "update.zip". It will be over 100mb in size. Copy that zip to your phone's internal storage or sd card and then upload that zip file and pm me the link. I will check it out. I'm pretty sure the update contains security updates that require "patching" the system files. This means the update.zip will be impossible to use for updating custom roms. We will have to wait for the tar ball.

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Any update on rooting and recovery after updating?
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I couldn't flash twrp recovery because it wouldn't work. I used cwm to get going again . The thing is i couldn't find it for sprint note 4 so i used a different model tar file not recommended unless you know what you doing . My touchscreen was not accurate after i flashed that recovery but i already knew it. I had to use dialer code *#2663# then i was rooted and back on custom rom.

Does this fix the damn crash to lock screen?

January 2, 2017 Software Update

This morning, my Note received a rather large software update that installed without many problems. Most likely certain security updates, but I was surprised to receive it as we are not really "accustomed" to any attention from Samsung for this tablet. Any further comments from anybody else?

I got the same.
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many problems? like what i have it to and i hate updating. anything broke? IR blaster still work? Please and thanks.

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many problems? like what i have it to and i hate updating. anything broke? IR blaster still work? Please and thanks.
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Sorry for the misspelling. I meant to say "without any problems" not "without many problems". In fact, the whole update process was smooth and fast. Everything works fine. I understand, however, that everyone's setup is different and my experience should not be the absolute rule.

Nothing here on my device. Although it might be because I'm in Sweden.

Did anyone see any changes? I dont see/feel anything other than the version number change even the security patch level date remained the same. Is there a changelog somewhere

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Did anyone see any changes? I dont see/feel anything other than the version number change even the security patch level date remained the same. Is there a changelog somewhere
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I don't see any difference after the update, either. I wonder what it was supposed to have updated?

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I don't see any difference after the update, either. I wonder what it was supposed to have updated?
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There's a whole new Lollipop firmware on the San mobile firmware site.

Yes...problems
My tablet updated and now the OS boots super slow and then does a soft shutdown and reboots a second time. It takes more than 60 secs to get to the home screen. Anyone know how to uninstall this update?

ADRz said:
This morning, my Note received a rather large software update that installed without many problems. Most likely certain security updates, but I was surprised to receive it as we are not really "accustomed" to any attention from Samsung for this tablet. Any further comments from anybody else?
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I've seen this post for a few days but not had time to respond till now.
I've got an SM-P605v. Haven't seen, or been able to download the update you've mentioned. This may be because I don't use Verizon as my connectivity partner, or it may be that my particular tablet's OS doesn't need the security updates that yours did.

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I've seen this post for a few days but not had time to respond till now.
I've got an SM-P605v. Haven't seen, or been able to download the update you've mentioned. This may be because I don't use Verizon as my connectivity partner, or it may be that my particular tablet's OS doesn't need the security updates that yours did.
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I also have a SM-P605V but have Verizon as my carrier. I got the notification to update today. I don't see anything on VZW site about it nor under the specific SKU on SamMobile (still has 10/15/15 as the last official update). When looking at the SM-P605 model, there are some in the list (even today's date), though they are for non-USA countries.
Even so, it looks like they are still all Android 5.1.1, so it's likely just some minor tweaks. To my understanding, you would need to pop in an activated Verizon SIM to get the update for your specific tablet, as Verizon is the one that issues it. You can also wait until it's posted on SamMobile and manually do it. https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-P605V/
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I think I found the official from Verizon: https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/samsung-galaxy-note-10-2014-update/
Software Version: LMY47X.P605VVRSDPL1
The current software update gives you the most up to date Android™ security patch on your device.
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(I called VZW and she confirmed that it was an Android Security patch, no MM, darnit!)

Kingsman1 said:
I've seen this post for a few days but not had time to respond till now.
I've got an SM-P605v. Haven't seen, or been able to download the update you've mentioned. This may be because I don't use Verizon as my connectivity partner, or it may be that my particular tablet's OS doesn't need the security updates that yours did.
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You should be able to flash this now that Sammobile posted it... https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-P605V/

I got this a couple of days ago - managed to odin flash after I put the wrong file and got the boot loader triangle a day before.
Its extremely stable and the tablets working like a dream - the only issue is no root.
Edit: I noticed a great improvement in battery management and it will charge to 100% from 30% in 4 hours before I flashed the 5.1.1 rom it took nearly 8 hours with a new(second hand) USB Flex connector and nearly 20 hours with the old usb flex connector to go from 30% to 100%.
I really like this tablet - it reminds me so much of my SM-N910F note 4.

You can root the latest firmware and also install twrp. I have a 600.

louvass said:
You can root the latest firmware and also install twrp. I have a 600.
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did it actually do anything? or is it not worth it

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did it actually do anything? or is it not worth it
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Probably just a security update

Please excuse my silly question but I have P600 with 5.1.1 and never rooted. Do I need to install twrp before I update or it doesn't matter? Updates always make me uneasy with locking bootloader or needing new root methods.

If you just want to update then flash with Odin and the appropriate file. Try looking at sammobile.com for the appropriate rom file.
If you want root then you will need to install a custom recovery using CF auto or Twerp - the latter will NOT work on the SM-605v version as the bootloader is locked and will result in the yellow triangle and stating that the tablet has a strange recovery and that you should see a verizon technician. By installing the recovery you can then update the system or even try out new roms created by the people of this wonderful community.
Rooting will potentially stop business application with built in security from working - i.e. HSBC application, Virgin Media app and Sky Movies apps will not work on rooted phones to name a few.

I updated and rooted and everything is working ok. I had trouble with 64gb Sandisk microsd with "sd card unexpectedly removed" error. Then it mount itself back. Sometime it shows empty and asks to format and sometime it works. Also the lockscreen flicker and that usually when the card error happened. I suspect they are related and it happens only when waking up the device. The card works fine with all my other devices including my note 4 on stock 5.1.1. I'm not sure what caused it because I just used this sd card with the note 10.1 and then updated and rooted all in the same day.
Anyway, I removed the Sandisk and now I'm using 32gb Samsung and it only happened once for maybe 12 hours (could have been 100 times with Sandisk). Also, I don't notice the lockscreen flickering anymore. I will see if this problem comes back or it just that Sandisk doesn't play well my note. I have seen many people here reported similar problem with other Samsung devices for too many reasons. I don't believe file format is the issue but I'm using exFAT.