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Hi, anybody got Samsung Pay working on the International Variant of the S7 / S7 Edge (G930F / G935F) in USA.
I flashed mine with UK firmware:- PDA (G935FXXU1APB4), CSC (G935FVIR1APB3)
Sideloaded :-
Samsung Pay Framework 2.1.06 (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsun...ng-pay-framework-2-1-06-android-apk-download/)
Samsung Pay 1.7.04 (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsun...ease/samsung-pay-1-7-04-android-apk-download/)
But I get this message :- "Failed to connect to server. Try again later."
Google Play says :- "This app is incompatible with all of your devices." (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.spay)
Note: I am using T-mobile with my phone.
Sorry if this is a duplicate post.
Thanks
If I install both .apk files it lets me get all the way up until the add card screen and once I take a picture it just infinitely loads.
Edit: I got past that by going into settings and giving Samsung Pay and Samsung Pay Framework all permissions asked. When I get to the screen where it's validating the card after the TOA it just gives me the server error.
Also if I try to use my fingerprint it just takes me back to the pin option screen, I can't proceed unless I use a pin
Note: I am using an AT&T MVNO (cricket)
It's not out yet in the UK and no card issuer currently supports it, it won't work until then.
So even though I am in US, I cannot use Samsung Pay.
I am feeling a little bit restricted here Samsung, as far as I knew, Samsung was not Apple. But now, its hard to say.
Zyxxeil said:
If I install both .apk files it lets me get all the way up until the add card screen and once I take a picture it just infinitely loads.
Edit: I got past that by going into settings and giving Samsung Pay and Samsung Pay Framework all permissions asked. When I get to the screen where it's validating the card after the TOA it just gives me the server error.
Also if I try to use my fingerprint it just takes me back to the pin option screen, I can't proceed unless I use a pin
Note: I am using an AT&T MVNO (cricket)
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Are you using international variant of S7
Yes
Yeah that's what I though. Wait until Samsung pay releases in the UK and then add my cards after. But it's sucks. It shouldn't be firmware attached. Oh Samsung.. Now debating if I should wait or just root and enjoy a rooted s7 edge
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For me, Samsung Pay is worth the wait
So I was about to buy an international Galaxy S7 Edge G935F to use with my AT&T line... but after checking here and there I couldn't find an answer for the Samsung Pay..even the customer support for the Samsung Pay said that they are only trained to answer questions for US vairants S7 only but they told me I can try install the app and see if it will work or not as it still only support in the US only, but they mentioned an update to come later but to certain markets..my biggest fear is that if it didn't reach the international version at all!!
osmosizzz said:
Yeah that's what I though. Wait until Samsung pay releases in the UK and then add my cards after. But it's sucks. It shouldn't be firmware attached. Oh Samsung.. Now debating if I should wait or just root and enjoy a rooted s7 edge
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I remember people saying this exact same thing with the international S6... and those people are still waiting LOL.
Root your device, I highly doubt samsung pay will be coming anytime soon.
Yes it sucks but you can still use Android pay in US.. That is widely supported by banks!!
Goronok said:
I remember people saying this exact same thing with the international S6... and those people are still waiting LOL.
Root your device, I highly doubt samsung pay will be coming anytime soon.
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That's what I'm thinking Yeah.
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mikereyes01 said:
Yes it sucks but you can still use Android pay in US.. That is widely supported by banks!!
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Yeah I can true. So fixated in Samsung pay, I forgot about android pay. I guess that's something
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Same issue here - no Samsung Pay on SMg935f
I've searched multiple forums and looks like we have to wait for an international firmware that Samsung opens up Pay on. Sigh
Flash tmobile firmware
Out of curiosity, would it be possible to flash the tmobile official firmware on an international s7 edge and be able to use samsung pay?
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expired_retired said:
Out of curiosity, would it be possible to flash the tmobile official firmware on an international s7 edge and be able to use samsung pay?
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No. The tmobile firmware has the snapdragon variant. We have the exynos. And even so, without root, Odin most likely wouldn't let us flash the tmobile firmware on an international device. US carriers think their versions of the phones firmware is sacred. Wish Samsung used it's size and just went the apple way. One variant, all carriers. One software the model no matter where it's sold
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No. The tmobile firmware has the snapdragon variant. We have the exynos. And even so, without root, Odin most likely wouldn't let us flash the tmobile firmware on an international device. US carriers think their versions of the phones firmware is sacred. Wish Samsung used it's size and just went the apple way. One variant, all carriers. One software the model no matter where it's sold
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Even with root you won't be able to run the T-Mobile firmware on it. Think of it as using a whole different architecture.
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Here in Brazil it's being sold the SM-G935F model but i got mine S7 on Canada (model SM-G935W8 ) ... so i'm guessing when the service debut here i'll have to wait to be also working on Canada?
That's stupid as ****, if you ask me. God damn samsung....
And by the way, i coudln't find 1 single diference in hardware betwen the SM-G935F and the SM-G935W8, so why the hell can't I flash the internacional model G935F on my phone?
I've never used these mobile payment apps but I've been interested in trying them out. I don't have an S7 yet but Samsung Pay was one of the things I was looking forward to.
Any thoughts on how Samsung Pay would compare to Android Pay? Do I lose a lot by using Android Pay over Samsung Pay?
johnusesandroid said:
I've never used these mobile payment apps but I've been interested in trying them out. I don't have an S7 yet but Samsung Pay was one of the things I was looking forward to.
Any thoughts on how Samsung Pay would compare to Android Pay? Do I lose a lot by using Android Pay over Samsung Pay?
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The only difference is that you lose the MST capability.
I have a stock (no root/nothing custom) SM-G935FD (dual sim edge) that I use with a single AT&T postpaid sim in the USA. I never had issues activating android pay unless the phone was rooted using a credit card with a US address. Now anytime I try to add a credit card on android pay, I get the error message that android pay cannot verify the integrity (or maybe compatibility, cannot remember the exact error message) of my current rom and doesn't let me activate. I know I used to get the error message on the rooted phones but all stock (no knox tripped etc) phone shouldn't give this message right? Btw, I tried this with stock UK and Arab Emirates roms (the latter is the original rom that came with it). There is no US based stock rom for this variant.
Seems like there is some sort of root maybe? Not sure but I've only seen that happen when there is root. I have root and Android pay and it works. Of course I set it up before I rooted the device.
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no root at all. Stock rom refreshed from smart switch just to make sure it is OK. That's why it is so random.
Is your display set to "Condensed?"
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Rydah805 said:
Is your display set to "Condensed?"
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Yes, it was. I can't believe that this was the issue. After going back to normal, the card added just fine. I will give it a try at whole foods to see whether it will go through and let you guys know.
Thanks. That's why I love Xda forums. There are definitely some knowledgeable people around
onurd said:
Yes, it was. I can't believe that this was the issue. After going back to normal, the card added just fine. I will give it a try at whole foods to see whether it will go through and let you guys know.
Thanks. That's why I love Xda forums. There are definitely some knowledgeable people around
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I don't really use Android Pay now that I have Samsung Pay, but I remember for giggles I tried to setup AP and got the same thing. Took a few days but yeah, wish Sammy would fix that... then again, the display scaling feature is hidden on my device.
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Rydah805 said:
I don't really use Android Pay now that I have Samsung Pay, but I remember for giggles I tried to setup AP and got the same thing. Took a few days but yeah, wish Sammy would fix that... then again, the display scaling feature is hidden on my device.
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I assume you have a US S7 Edge to be able to use Samsung Pay, am I correct?
onurd said:
I assume you have a US S7 Edge to be able to use Samsung Pay, am I correct?
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Yes, but I believe there are certain CSC's that support it.
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Yes, but I believe there are certain CSC's that support it.
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Which CSC's? I tried BTU (which is UK) and the original AFG with no luck. I don't think you can combine the AP file from a G935F with a CSC file from a G935T/A/V? Can you?
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Which CSC's? I tried BTU (which is UK) and the original AFG with no luck. I don't think you can combine the AP file from a G935F with a CSC file from a G935T/A/V? Can you?
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Think Canada (or maybe near future...?) and Singapore?
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I am looking on Amazon now to purchase this phone and confused that which models will work for use in the US. I see some with G935 / G935F / G935FD.
Can you recommend a seller whom you have purchased a phone through on Amazon? Also understanding the 'warranty' concern, would you advise making this purchase?
Thank you all and looking forward to becoming a member of this family!!
Brian
I use the G935F on ATT the FD is dual sim but you can use two sims on the F as well.
"And on that bombshell!"
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I'm on T-Mobile as well and based on the bands that are supported on the G935F (Global Model) it will work with T-Mobile's LTE networks on Bands 2, 4 and 12 as well as the 2G and 3G networks. A huge plus in buying an international version with the Samsung Exynos SoC is that the device can be rooted unlike the Snapdragon version for the USA (G935).
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s7freak said:
I use the G935F on ATT the FD is dual sim but you can use two sims on the F as well.
"And on that bombshell!"
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Any recommendation on a SAFE place to purchase? Does the warranty thing concern you?
Thanks again
bl4scott said:
Any recommendation on a SAFE place to purchase? Does the warranty thing concern you?
Thanks again
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I bought mine on eBay and no warranty doesn't concern me I root immediately so warranty is voided.
I bough a older G900T on eBay and the it was defective and I was issued a refund immediately.
"And on that bombshell!"
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I modify my devices as soon as I get them so warranty doesn't concern me plus my devices are of the Nexus line. If I was buying a Samsung it would only be the G935F International version with the Exynos SoC so I could attain root and customize the device to my likings. eBay has always been a safe place for me to buy a new device. I have never had any issues with a seller on eBay.
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bl4scott said:
Any recommendation on a SAFE place to purchase? Does the warranty thing concern you?
Thanks again
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Ebay, no warranty, mint condition SM-G935F. Definitely worth the money [emoji41]
s7freak said:
I use the G935F on ATT the FD is dual sim but you can use two sims on the F as well.
"And on that bombshell!"
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I'm almost certain that the s7 edge G935F, which I have here in the uk does not support 2 sims. One slot is for the sim and the other is for a micro sd card. If you want the dual sim capabilities you need to purchase the dual sim variant of the s7 edge which has the model number G935FD. The D at the end of the model number stands for duos.
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bl4scott said:
I am looking on Amazon now to purchase this phone and confused that which models will work for use in the US. I see some with G935 / G935F / G935FD.
Can you recommend a seller whom you have purchased a phone through on Amazon? Also understanding the 'warranty' concern, would you advise making this purchase?
Thank you all and looking forward to becoming a member of this family!!
Brian
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I'm not sure which will work and recieve all signals including 4g but I am sure that you will have problems with warranty becuase the G935F international variant with the exynos SOC is not sold in America, meaning that if you need to get the phone repaired or it develops a fault Samsung will in no way help you and your only hope would be the eBay seller you purchased the phone from becuase of this I wouldn't recommend purchasing the phone from ebay. But if you are looking to root and flash custom roms then you can go ahead and purchase the phone from ebay becuase warranty would be out of the question anyway.
amar95353 said:
I'm almost certain that the s7 edge G935F, which I have here in the uk does not support 2 sims. One slot is for the sim and the other is for a micro sd card. If you want the dual sim capabilities you need to purchase the dual sim variant of the s7 edge which has the model number G935FD. The D at the end of the model number stands for duos.
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I'm not sure which will work and recieve all signals including 4g but I am sure that you will have problems with warranty becuase the G935F international variant with the exynos SOC is not sold in America, meaning that if you need to get the phone repaired or it develops a fault Samsung will in no way help you and your only hope would be the eBay seller you purchased the phone from becuase of this I wouldn't recommend purchasing the phone from ebay
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He wants a s7e that's compatible for tmo the G935F is perfectly compatible
"And on that bombshell!"
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s7freak said:
He wants a s7e that's compatible for tmo the G935F is perfectly compatible
"And on that bombshell!"
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I'm just saying that what you said was wrong. The G935F is not dual sim, it only supports one sim at any given time.
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amar95353 said:
I'm just saying that what you said was wrong. The G935F is not dual sim, it only supports one sim at any given time.
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Ok so what? I was wrong you got me whoopie.
You get an atta boy for today.
Still the G935F is perfectly compatible for tmo just as it is for ATT
"And on that bombshell!"
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s7freak said:
Ok so what? I was wrong you got me whoopie.
You get an atta boy for today.
Still the G935F is perfectly compatible for tmo just as it is for ATT
"And on that bombshell!"
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I wasn't looking for any appraisal. Just didn't want the op going and buying the G935F hoping it was dual sim and then it turning out not to be. Also I never mentioned in any of my comments that it would not be compatible on the American networks all I said was I don't know if the international s7 edge will recieve all the signals including 4g.
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As I stated earlier, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (G935F) supports every band that T-Mobile uses for 2G, 3G and LTE networks.
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Thank you all for your responses and wealth of information. I most likely will root the phone right out of the box but was just worried buying phone that say 3 months later crapped out and not having an easy way to get it swapped out or fixed.
Blessings to you all,
Brian
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bl4scott said:
Thank you all for your responses and wealth of information. I most likely will root the phone right out of the box but was just worried buying phone that say 3 months later crapped out and not having an easy way to get it swapped out or fixed.
Blessings to you all,
Brian
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Brian. The Sm-G935U was just released in the US. It's unlocked, unbranded, has a U.S. warranty and is available from best buy and b&h. T-Mobile wifi calling works along with volte and Samsung pay.
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It's a shame the USA version, the SM-G935U with the Snapdragon 820 SoC, has a Bootloader that cannot be unlocked or the device cannot be rooted at this time. I can't blame anyone for buying an Exynos powered S7 or S7E variant if they want root and want to customize the device to their liking. If you unlock bootloaders and root brand new devices like me then you know how most carriers and manufacturers are when it comes to this stuff and their warranties. That is why I have an established relationship with a device repair group locally. I know if there is something I cannot repair that I can take it to them and get my device fixed fast and at a reasonable price. I do most of my own repairs anyways but there have come a few times where I needed their assistance. If an when you get your new S7E, unlock and root away. Make the phone yours. Do what you like and don't look back. It's your hard earned money and your phone. Good luck Brian.
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I pre-ordered my S8+ for AT&T (which should be SM-G955A) with the Fully Immersive Bundle directly from Samsung and received everything yesterday. The phone is actually a SM-G955U with the AT&T firmware. I'm wondering if someone with an S8+ bought from the AT&T store could check their phone and report their model info back. If and when the unlocked version comes out I'm thinking I could Odin that ones firmware onto this phone how we did the S7 Edge and loose all the AT&T bloatware and have an unlocked version.
I'm not a 100% sure, however, I think all (if not most) of the US models are the SM-G955U variant.
Again, not 100% sure but pretty certain that's the case.
I ended up purchasing an international model because I hate US carriers and what they do to these beautiful devices -> so I wouldn't be able to double check for you.
Unlocked versions have a locked bootloader. Unlocked and unlocked bootloader arent the same thing
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johnwayne27 said:
Unlocked versions have a locked bootloader. Unlocked and unlocked bootloader arent the same thing
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Completely understand that. Not looking to unlock the bootloader at all. More interested in having a de-bloated phone. I know I can disable and/or hide these apps but they still waste storage space.
jnrdata said:
I pre-ordered my S8+ for AT&T (which should be SM-G955A) with the Fully Immersive Bundle directly from Samsung and received everything yesterday. The phone is actually a SM-G955U with the AT&T firmware. I'm wondering if someone with an S8+ bought from the AT&T store could check their phone and report their model info back. If and when the unlocked version comes out I'm thinking I could Odin that ones firmware onto this phone how we did the S7 Edge and loose all the AT&T bloatware and have an unlocked version.
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There's a couple threads on this over in the regular s8 section. All US phones are U models flashed with carriers firmware. The BL are locked and the word on the street is that the phone locks to the sim carrier it's first booted on, if this is true I'm not sure. I received mine today and haven't even booted it up yet. Doing some research first and my S7E is running like a champ rooted so I figured why rush. I pretty much turned my s7e into a s8 anyways lol
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jnrdata said:
I pre-ordered my S8+ for AT&T (which should be SM-G955A) with the Fully Immersive Bundle directly from Samsung and received everything yesterday. The phone is actually a SM-G955U with the AT&T firmware. I'm wondering if someone with an S8+ bought from the AT&T store could check their phone and report their model info back. If and when the unlocked version comes out I'm thinking I could Odin that ones firmware onto this phone how we did the S7 Edge and loose all the AT&T bloatware and have an unlocked version.
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I preordered from At&t and I have the SM-G955U
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Quickvic30 said:
There's a couple threads on this over in the regular s8 section. All US phones are U models flashed with carriers firmware. The BL are locked and the word on the street is that the phone locks to the sim carrier it's first booted on, if this is true I'm not sure. I received mine today and haven't even booted it up yet. Doing some research first and my S7E is running like a champ rooted so I figured why rush. I pretty much turned my s7e into a s8 anyways lol
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I bought a att one and didnt even put the att card in it. I put my cricket sim in(owned by att) and worked perfectly. Att bloat is still there so the myth that the sim card determines what bloat gets installed is out the window(heard alot of people say on here that if you factory reset and put a different carrier sim card in it installs that bloat lol)
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johnwayne27 said:
I bought a att one and didnt even put the att card in it. I put my cricket sim in(owned by att) and worked perfectly. Att bloat is still there so the myth that the sim card determines what bloat gets installed is out the window(heard alot of people say on here that if you factory reset and put a different carrier sim card in it installs that bloat lol)
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I think it has to be a major carrier, not really sure how big cricket is but I did see a video of this actually happening.
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Here it is
https://www.dropbox.com/s/cc53y9omw5m0720/20170414_090651.mp4?dl=0
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Quickvic30 said:
I think it has to be a major carrier, not really sure how big cricket is but I did see a video of this actually happening.
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Here it is
https://www.dropbox.com/s/cc53y9omw5m0720/20170414_090651.mp4?dl=0
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Thanks.
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I preordered through Costco, they DONT charge SALES TAX!!!
And if youre on verizon, just call 611 to get your activation fee either waived or partially refunded
johnwayne27 said:
Unlocked versions have a locked bootloader.
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No they don't, none of the US snapdragon phones have an unlocked bootloader.
I'm on AT&T, same model number
I am a developer for a package disabler and looking at the stats, I can confirm that Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and AT&T all show SM-G955U as device model.
They just moved the carrier letters to the end it doesn't mean all the carriers are the same models just because last year the U after the number meant the unlocked version. For this year you need the XAA to have the sim unlocked 4 carrier version.
T-Mobile
SM-G950UZKATMB
Verizon
SM-G950UZKAVZW
Sprint
SM-G950UZKASPR
AT&T
SM-G950UZKAATT
Sim unlocked version
SM-G950UZKAXAA
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They just moved the carrier letters to the end it doesn't mean all the carriers are the same models just because last year the U after the number meant the unlocked version. For this year you need the XAA to have the sim unlocked 4 carrier version.
T-Mobile
SM-G950UZKATMB
Verizon
SM-G950UZKAVZW
Sprint
SM-G950UZKASPR
AT&T
SM-G950UZKAATT
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SM-G950UZKAXAA
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i believe you are incorrect.. my device does not say anywhere on it that it is a verizon device outside of course of the vzw bloat..
the only thing that differentiates the different carriers in all of the firmwares available is the user data partition, other than that they all appear identical with the same model number and build numbers
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also to add, you dont need the unlocked variant to have it unlocked.. vzw is unlocked by default and other carriers can also unlock it if all requirements are met of course
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peachpuff said:
No they don't, none of the US snapdragon phones have an unlocked bootloader.
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lol.... he clearly said unlocked versions have a LOCKED bootloader
elliwigy said:
i believe you are incorrect.. my device does not say anywhere on it that it is a verizon device outside of course of the vzw bloat..
the only thing that differentiates the different carriers in all of the firmwares available is the user data partition, other than that they all appear identical with the same model number and build numbers
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also to add, you dont need the unlocked variant to have it unlocked.. vzw is unlocked by default and other carriers can also unlock it if all requirements are met of course
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lol.... he clearly said unlocked versions have a LOCKED bootloader
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Wake me up when someone successfully transforms a Sprint to a T-Mobile or an AT&T to a Verizon. Its a great theory you guys have but its a big $$$ risk to have to hope it happens.
954wrecker said:
Wake me up when someone successfully transforms a Sprint to a T-Mobile or an AT&T to a Verizon. Its a great theory you guys have but its a big $$$ risk to have to hope it happens.
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lol.. you can flash the same firmware on any device.. like i said, they all have the same model number and only the userdata partition is carrier specific
maybe you can tell me where to find my verizon specific model number in my s8+?
elliwigy said:
lol.. you can flash the same firmware on any device.. like i said, they all have the same model number and only the userdata partition is carrier specific
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Aside from the bloat each carrier has you can easily see what phone you have in less than 30 seconds.
https://android.gadgethacks.com/how...-s8-into-recovery-mode-download-mode-0177223/
Let me know when you flash that vzn model to a tmb model.
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Aside from the bloat each carrier has you can easily see what phone you have in less than 30 seconds.
https://android.gadgethacks.com/how...-s8-into-recovery-mode-download-mode-0177223/
Let me know when you flash that vzn model to a tmb model.
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lmao your picture confirms its the exact same model bro that my vzw variant and every other carrier device shows..
i am telling you, the only difference is the user data partition.. THE MODEL IS THE EXACT SAME ON EVERY US VARIANT.. how is that hard to understand when you yourself just proved it lmao
Not everyone heads to the development forums so thought Id post this here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=71996216
Please thank the developer on that thread.
Roms are already popping up as well! :thumbup:
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too bad its not for the Verizon S8+
Nice to see a familiar name over here @force70! Just ordered my phone today and hope to be getting it soon.
Jayster0966 said:
Nice to see a familiar name over here @force70! Just ordered my phone today and hope to be getting it soon.
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Haha! Yes its been awhile for sure. Hope all is well?
I think we will see alot of the old crew on the s8 which will be awesome
happy2472 said:
too bad its not for the Verizon S8+
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But we all knew the snapdragon would be locked tight and see zero development.
Im ditching mine hopefully next week for the exynos if my vendor gets stock
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force70 said:
But we all knew the snapdragon would be locked tight and see zero development.
Im ditching mine hopefully next week for the exynos if my vendor gets stock
sent from my S8 plus, Note 7 or S7 Edge
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International version comes the 28th ... this is a sweet phone minus my audio issues ... ill be ok w no verizon root
Jayster0966 said:
Nice to see a familiar name over here @force70! Just ordered my phone today and hope to be getting it soon.
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You ordered one J-Dawg??LOL
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s7freak said:
You ordered one J-Dawg??LOL
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GREAT! Another familiar name! It's been a while @s7freak. It's like a family reunion around here.
I see you got yours already! :highfive:
Not sure yet but it'll be coming
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So no work is being done on the Snapdragon 835 then? I got the SM-G955U
opieum said:
So no work is being done on the Snapdragon 835 then? I got the SM-G955U
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Yeah they are working on something...engineering firmware again...its posted in here somewhere.
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opieum said:
So no work is being done on the Snapdragon 835 then? I got the SM-G955U
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Unfortunately not yet... Locked Bootloader! Need the Exynos unlocked model.
There have been other devices that had locked bootloaders and were rooted, Sony Z1S & a few other brands and models if I recall.
I understand an exploit needs to be found and assume one will be eventually. Just curious if anyone will be working on the SD835s
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I know installing custom ROMS will likely be a nonstarter with the locked bootloader. The stock ROM is good enough as a base with some minor debloating, in this case I'm interested in root so I can use titanium backup and other root tools.
opieum said:
There have been other devices that had locked bootloaders and were rooted, Sony Z1S & a few other brands and models if I recall.
I understand an exploit needs to be found and assume one will be eventually. Just curious if anyone will be working on the SD835s
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I know installing custom ROMS will likely be a nonstarter with the locked bootloader. The stock ROM is good enough as a base with some minor debloating, in this case I'm interested in root so I can use titanium backup and other root tools.
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I just posted they are working on the 835 to get it rooted.
And yes other devices with locked BLs have been unlocked, bypassed etc etc but not the later sammy devices.
S7 is a year old now and the BL is still locked.
Exynos is the the only way to go at this point.
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Sorry missed that, good to know!...But interesting. I was under the impression the G95xU designation meant it was unlocked. I've got one of those on TMo I've got both variants g955u and g950u hence why I was asking.
opieum said:
Sorry missed that, good to know!...But interesting. I was under the impression the G95xU designation meant it was unlocked. I've got one of those on TMo I've got both variants g955u and g950u hence why I was asking.
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Seems this year all the US models are designated "U"..whether bought from samsung or the carriers.
The last few years U meant carrier unlocked which has zero to do with the bootloader
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That sucks that international phone doesn't support Band 30 for at&t LTE.
cline2 said:
That sucks that international phone doesn't support Band 30 for at&t LTE.
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Some say it has it some say it doesnt.
The FCC says it does...who knows lol
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force70 said:
Some say it has it some say it doesnt.
The FCC says it does...who knows lol
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Yeah but need speed faster.
force70 said:
Some say it has it some say it doesnt.
The FCC says it does...who knows lol
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If we could get a definite answer for this, the bands supported, by testing via side by side comparison of two varents near a ATT cell on band 30, then I would perhaps be convinced to go with the international varent. Could an early adopter who has happened to use both with an ATT carrier comment on this?
Otherwise I really enjoy the Snapdragon's support for demestic LTE bands, and FM radio. I travel through either urban zones of full cell coverage, or rural zones with none at all, so I prefer the fact that I can maximize the utility of both my radios in both environments.