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[bootLoader] how to upgrade the bootloader ?

Hello,
I own a galaxy s4 i 9505 (internationnal version)
I bought it with Samsung rom, modem version XXUBMGA.
now, I recently upgraded my modem, because I try some ROM like GE roms.
this is working fine.
I noticed, today, using a software to have infos about my device, and 3G signal (Signal network info) that my device has this bootloader :
I9505XXUBMGA.
it is too old (I bought it in May 2013, so the modem, boot loader etc... have more than 6 month now...
how can I update it ? where to find boot loader ? I find easily modem, but no boot loader.
thanks for any info
Olivier

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orobin said:
Hello,
I own a galaxy s4 i 9505 (internationnal version)
I bought it with Samsung rom, modem version XXUBMGA.
now, I recently upgraded my modem, because I try some ROM like GE roms.
this is working fine.
I noticed, today, using a software to have infos about my device, and 3G signal (Signal network info) that my device has this bootloader :
I9505XXUBMGA.
it is too old (I bought it in May 2013, so the modem, boot loader etc... have more than 6 month now...
how can I update it ? where to find boot loader ? I find easily modem, but no boot loader.
thanks for any info
Olivier
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Why in the world would you want to "update" your bootloader?
I think it would be worth your while to read up on bootloaders
before you end up with a shiny brick with a 5 inch black screen.
Here is a good link to find out what a bootloader is and does:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Bootloader
Bootloaders have nothing to do with the speed or the stability of the phone.
Good luck!

orobin said:
Hello,
I own a galaxy s4 i 9505 (internationnal version)
I bought it with Samsung rom, modem version XXUBMGA.
now, I recently upgraded my modem, because I try some ROM like GE roms.
this is working fine.
I noticed, today, using a software to have infos about my device, and 3G signal (Signal network info) that my device has this bootloader :
I9505XXUBMGA.
it is too old (I bought it in May 2013, so the modem, boot loader etc... have more than 6 month now...
how can I update it ? where to find boot loader ? I find easily modem, but no boot loader.
thanks for any info
Olivier
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lol this is the first time I see someone wants a newer bootloader.. As the post above me, a newer bootloader won't make your phone faster ..Anyway you already have the latest knox one

AnaMajhol said:
lol this is the first time I see someone wants a newer bootloader.. As the post above me, a newer bootloader won't make your phone faster ..Anyway you already have the latest knox one
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hi,
no I don't look for speed.
I was thinking that it could have some impact when trying some ROM, like :
kitkat GE Rom which are not stable, even if the rom comes i9505GE official Google edition rom which should be stable...
I was thinking that the difference between a i9505 and a i9505GE could be the bootloader, as the hardware is exactly the same...
thanks
Olivier

You are on a pre KNOX boot loader so stick with it. No need to update. Updating to a KNOX boot loader will give you a knox flag once it a tripped there's no going back. With a KNOX boot loader you can not downgrade as well. I'm on the old boot loader and custom 4.3 roms work well.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk

Mobile ODIN is the reason
Hello,
I have a MJ5 bootloader and to use the app Mobile ODIN I am advised to use the MJ7 version or I might soft-brick my phone...
I already have the KNOX flag at 1, so I suppose I should not worry about that... And I can't find anywhere (I did search the forum and google) how to do this.
Before anyone asks.. I have and work with OS X and I am aware of Heimdall (ODIN replacement for macs). But I tried using it and it did not recognize my phone to download my .PIT file. Also, its quite confusing about heimdall packages instead of normal files..
So, Im going for Mobile ODIN which seems to be the easiest way to ODIN.
Can anyone help? Should I worry about anything else than KNOX flag that I am not aware of when changing the bootloader?
Thanks in advance.

[Q] Cannot Get Phone to Root

So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2

Galaxayy said:
So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2
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Did you try https://www.towelroot.com/

Galaxayy said:
So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2
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The root methods you have listed are intended for older versions. The only functioning NC1 root method is towelroot. Please check the all things NC1 thread prior to posting. All info can be found there. The person above has given the link to towelroot. If you go to the galaxy s5 forums, you can get a tutorial on it, but it's pretty straightforward. Enjoy your rooted device.

Remember that the phone has a locked boot loader. So, the stock kernel and recovery cannot be replaced. The only working recovery is safestrap. There is also restrictions on the Roms that can be flashed.
More info http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221

All Questions and Help issues belong in Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting section
Thanks
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You can use TowelRoot for your phone

[HELP]SAMSUNG N900L Galaxy Note 3 FLASHING FOR NEWBS LIKE ME

Hi!, I would like to ask for your help guys I'm planning to flash my SAMSUNG N900L Galaxy Note 3 could anyone help me what to flash? and what not to? Thanks :angel:

macoyism said:
Hi!, I would like to ask for your help guys I'm planning to flash my SAMSUNG N900L Galaxy Note 3 could anyone help me what to flash? and what not to? Thanks :angel:
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1. You can download the latest firmware for your device: HERE. Follow the pics attached (The download is slow like a turtle but be patient).
2. These firmware package is one package. Download, unzip it and flash it then using odin tool to brush into the radio PDA. Lil GUIDE: HERE.

hi sir here's my phone details i'm a noob
is the firmware here?
Model Number: SM-N900L
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband version: N900LKLUFNK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-3171410 [email protected] #1
Build Number: KOT49H.N900LKLUFNK1
SE for Android Status: Enforcing SEPF_SM-N900L_4.4.2_0033

macoyism said:
hi sir here's my phone details i'm a noob
is the firmware here?
Model Number: SM-N900L
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband version: N900LKLUFNK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-3171410 [email protected] #1
Build Number: KOT49H.N900LKLUFNK1
SE for Android Status: Enforcing SEPF_SM-N900L_4.4.2_0033
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Seems all ok. Why you don't update your phone via OTA?

I'm going to try flashing it using Arya Mod v1.7 what kernel should I use ?

n900p
I have the same basebank k1..... did this stock work perfect...

Un-bricked Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900L) on KitKat 4.4.2 - N900LKLUFNK1:
* Download link: http://youtu.be/FGoqxX3BwA0
* Flash by ODIN 3.07 or up
* Based on Official Firmware N900LKLUFNK1
* Android version KitKat 4.4.2
* Rooted by SuperSU 2.45
* KNOX Removed
* Fixed all Korean:
- Removed Korean characters on Dial Pad
- Add (+) sign for International call on (0) Dial Pad
- Removed all Korean apps
- Fixed Network Mode (2G/3G/LTE/Auto)
- 90 languages + ASOP for EUROPE
* Facebook::https://www.facebook.com/pages/Galaxy-Note-3-LTE/749184655174799
macoyism said:
hi sir here's my phone details i'm a noob
is the firmware here?
Model Number: SM-N900L
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband version: N900LKLUFNK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-3171410 [email protected] #1
Build Number: KOT49H.N900LKLUFNK1
SE for Android Status: Enforcing SEPF_SM-N900L_4.4.2_0033
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User wants $ 25 for the password to the archive...

Don't join XDA if you wanted to get Paid... Trust me.. you will get nothing
Regards

macoyism said:
Hi!, I would like to ask for your help guys I'm planning to flash my SAMSUNG N900L Galaxy Note 3 could anyone help me what to flash? and what not to? Thanks :angel:
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Same problem with me.I have the same korean varient with LG u+ logo. I am using it in Pakistan. Read almost every thread regarding korean variants but there is'nt any method specific for SM-N900L.

So are you wanting to flash a custom recovery e.g. twrp and then install a custom rom?
Sorry if I misunderstood your question.
Chris

Hokage-Sama said:
Same problem with me.I have the same korean varient with LG u+ logo. I am using it in Pakistan. Read almost every thread regarding korean variants but there is'nt any method specific for SM-N900L.
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Hello, new here and was trying to do the same thing on my SM-N900L unit, i want to install a custom ROM so i can remove all of those korean apps and fix the API for my network.
cmro said:
So are you wanting to flash a custom recovery e.g. twrp and then install a custom rom?
Sorry if I misunderstood your question.
Chris
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Hello Chris,
same here, if anyone can post some procedure on how we can install custom firware and rom on our SM-N900L unit that is under Lollipop.
thanks a lot

ab.normal said:
Hello, new here and was trying to do the same thing on my SM-N900L unit, i want to install a custom ROM so i can remove all of those korean apps and fix the API for my network.
Hello Chris,
same here, if anyone can post some procedure on how we can install custom firware and rom on our SM-N900L unit that is under Lollipop.
thanks a lot
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Do you have a custom recovery and is your mobile rooted?

Hokage-Sama said:
Do you have a custom recovery and is your mobile rooted?
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Hello Hokage-Sama,
i think the custom recovery installed is TWRP
did some further searching online and i was able to restore the firmware from lollipop down to kitkat, from there i was able to download a md5 file which i ran from Odin and i was able to root the phone however, its based on kitkat and im still searching if there are any for lollipop and the only one i see if the 1 poser who asks for a $25 payment to update a N900L to N9005.
... was hoping if i can use Aryamod custom rom but i think my phone should be on a rooted lollipop under N9005 model only.
hope this made sense
thank you

Root is not required to install a custom rom.
If your phone can run 9005 ROMs, you could try editing the updater script to include your phone.

audit13 said:
Root is not required to install a custom rom.
If your phone can run 9005 ROMs, you could try editing the updater script to include your phone.
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hi, thanks for the reply
apologies i dont know what you meant to edit hte updater script.
Sorry i have a N900L and based on reading some other threads only
DarkLord Note 5 RC2.1 or Phronesis v5.1 will work on my unit.
before installing the rom i should have a custom recovery right? but to get a custom recovery my bootloader needs to be unlocked first.
i am currently stuck on unlocking my bootloader, i downloaded samsung usb drivers, go to recovery mode, then insert the usb on the phone, i hear a sound when you connect a device on the pc and saying that the device is ready to use but i am unable to see the contents of my phone.
am i doing it correctly?
thank you once again

Are you sure the phone's bootloader is locked? If the bootloader is not locked, do not use any unlocking apps because this will proably brick the phone.
Just install TWRP from Odin. I don't recommend Philz Touch or CWM as I don't they have been updated for a while.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...ecovery-twrp-materialized-dark-light-t3153614

audit13 said:
Are you sure the phone's bootloader is locked? If the bootloader is not locked, do not use any unlocking apps because this will proably brick the phone.
Just install TWRP from Odin. I don't recommend Philz Touch or CWM as I don't they have been updated for a while.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...ecovery-twrp-materialized-dark-light-t3153614
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i tried the twrp custom recovery based on the link you sent above thru Odin, it messed up my custom recovery, when i tried to go there it said something like unable to load recovery and goes to download mode and the phone wont startup normally.
is that a sign that my bootloader is locked since i cant install the custom recovery?
used my standard backup recovery to bring back the phone.
i wonder how other SM-N900L users installed their roms.
any other help would be greatly appreciated
thanks a lot

When you flashed twrp, did Odin say the installation was successful?
Download the tar version of twrp for your device from here: twrp.me .
In Odin, do not check anything except f.reset time. Flash twrp and, when you see the word "reset" in the status window, remove the USB cable from the phone, remove the battery, wait 5 seconds, replace battery, now use button combination to boot into recovery.

thanks for the help, was finally able to install twrp custom recovery. the latest version wont work on SM-N900L, i used TWRP-2.8.6.0-N900S version and it worked! im now running on Darklord N5 custom rom for Note3 and loving it!!!

[Q] Best ROM For Galaxy S4

I currently have a AT&T Galaxy S4:
Model number
SAMAUNG-SGH-I337
Android Version
4.4.4
Baseband Version
I337UCUFNJ4
Kernel Version
3.4.0-2960651
[email protected] #1
Fri Oct 17 22:42:06 KST 2014
Build number KTU84P.I337UCUFNJ4
SE For Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SAMSUNG-SGH-I337_4.4.4_0032
Wed Oct 15 17:06:37 2014
Secureboot status
Type: Samsung
Security software version
MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.4 Release 2
My phone likes to reboot when ever the hell it feels like it and it drives me crazy!!! I would like to know what the best ROM is for this phone. I had my phone rooted and then it was having problems so i factory reset it and flashed the factory Package (I got off the Samsung file site listed on this forum). Then after that my phone did a OTA update to 4.4.4 and it has been crappy ever since. So if anyone could please point me in the direction of a really good ROM and directions on how to install it on this phone i would greatly appricate it. I see a lot of people talking about bootloader locked and TWPL something like that and I have no idea what that is so this is why I ask for directions I have rooted multiple phones and tablets and have used ODIN a few times so I can follow directions just can't figure it out on my own.
Thanks

I am running the google play edition. Since the boot loader is locked on at&t i337, the only recovery you can use is safestrap. There is a thread showing you how to root and flash all Roms compatible with safestrap. Until the boot loader is unlocked, the only Roms available are touch wiz based Roms and the one that I am running, which is linked below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2837239

furry_pineapple said:
I am running the google play edition. Since the boot loader is locked on at&t i337, the only recovery you can use is safestrap. There is a thread showing you how to root and flash all Roms compatible with safestrap. Until the boot loader is unlocked, the only Roms available are touch wiz based Roms and the one that I am running, which is linked below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2837239
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Yeah, I second this. I've been running the GPE rom for a few weeks now and it's not bad. Although there a a few hiccups, overall it's a daily driver. Plus, I cant stand TW anymore.

furry_pineapple said:
I am running the google play edition. Since the boot loader is locked on at&t i337, the only recovery you can use is safestrap. There is a thread showing you how to root and flash all Roms compatible with safestrap. Until the boot loader is unlocked, the only Roms available are touch wiz based Roms and the one that I am running, which is linked below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2837239
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TouchWiz is horrendous. No other way to describe it. I have found that with installing Nova Launcher Prime on my S4 that I can tolerate it. That being said, I've been running GPE 4.4.4 for some time now, and while there are a few hiccups (random vibrations for no apparent reason being the most annoying), it is definitely a VERY well polished ROM. I am currently downloading a couple of the de-bloated stock images, just to give them a run.
If you're looking for a good, solid daily driver however, you can't go wrong with the GPE ROMs

insideoute1 said:
I currently have a AT&T Galaxy S4:
Model number
SAMAUNG-SGH-I337
Android Version
4.4.4
Baseband Version
I337UCUFNJ4
Kernel Version
3.4.0-2960651
[email protected] #1
Fri Oct 17 22:42:06 KST 2014
Build number KTU84P.I337UCUFNJ4
SE For Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SAMSUNG-SGH-I337_4.4.4_0032
Wed Oct 15 17:06:37 2014
Secureboot status
Type: Samsung
Security software version
MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.4 Release 2
My phone likes to reboot when ever the hell it feels like it and it drives me crazy!!! I would like to know what the best ROM is for this phone. I had my phone rooted and then it was having problems so i factory reset it and flashed the factory Package (I got off the Samsung file site listed on this forum). Then after that my phone did a OTA update to 4.4.4 and it has been ****ty ever since. So if anyone could please point me in the direction of a really good ROM and directions on how to install it on this phone i would greatly appricate it. I see a lot of people talking about bootloader locked and TWPL something like that and I have no idea what that is so this is why I ask for directions I have rooted multiple phones and tablets and have used ODIN a few times so I can follow directions just can't figure it out on my own.
Thanks
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Best of lists are frowned on here as it is rather offensive to the many different developers here at XDA. The moderator will likely delete this thread. I hope he does. "Best of" is a matter of personal preference. Some like a custom rom, some want a de-bloated stock rom. Here is a great guide with all the roms that have been tested and confirmed to work on our device. You can't go wrong with any one of them , I should Know I've flashed them But try them yourself & see which fits your needs and preferences best. Good luck.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221

There is no BEST ROM...all ROMs are the best for those people using them because that is what works for their phone, their usage, their setup, their location, their preference. You really need to read through the development threads and try some things to find what is BEST for you.

Thanks
Thank you all I am going to try the GPE ROM and tesat drive it for awhile...... I was having a problem with connecting my phone to my computer and found i had to dial *#0808# and change the setting to MTP two days trying to install drivers and trying to install and connect through kies it was hell wish i would of knew this sooner.:cyclops:

Found the right thread to ask the question about safestrap so i deleted my question here and you can delete this post please.

G930v twrp?

Hello,
I just rooted my G930V, and I am looking for TWRP. I tried to flash couple of them, but they gave errors. Can somebody share the link for G930V TWRP?
Thanks!

noman.rasheed said:
Hello,
I just rooted my G930V, and I am looking for TWRP. I tried to flash couple of them, but they gave errors. Can somebody share the link for G930V TWRP?
Thanks!
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You can't, your bootloader is locked

*Detection* said:
You can't, your bootloader is locked
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How is that possible? There is Lineage OS for G930V. I mean someone must have unlocked it already.

noman.rasheed said:
How is that possible? There is Lineage OS for G930V. I mean someone must have unlocked it already.
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Nope, all US snapdragon S7s are bootloader locked, no Lineage OS for it afaik, just look in the Snapdragon ROM development forum
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...nels-recoveries--other-development-snapdragon
Now look in the Exynos dev forums
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development

*Detection* said:
Nope, all US snapdragon S7s are bootloader locked, no Lineage OS for it afaik, just look in the Snapdragon ROM development forum
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...nels-recoveries--other-development-snapdragon
Now look in the Exynos dev forums
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development
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Appreciate it! Thanks.

noman.rasheed said:
Appreciate it! Thanks.
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:good:

Hi, I'm just trying to figure out how to install LineageOs on my Galaxy S7 SM-G930V (Verizon) but as far as I understand this is just not possible? And there is no other customrom either for this type?
Thanks

Joheee said:
Hi, I'm just trying to figure out how to install LineageOs on my Galaxy S7 SM-G930V (Verizon) but as far as I understand this is just not possible? And there is no other customrom either for this type?
Thanks
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It's not possible dont waste your time possibly bricking your devices, there's no bootloader unlock and probably never will be...

Flashfire
noman.rasheed said:
Hello,
I just rooted my G930V, and I am looking for TWRP. I tried to flash couple of them, but they gave errors. Can somebody share the link for G930V TWRP?
Thanks!
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You can install twrp using FlashFire after flashing the ENG_BOOT image. It works on 7.0, not sure about Oreo.

Similar Question
noman.rasheed said:
Hello,
I just rooted my G930V, and I am looking for TWRP. I tried to flash couple of them, but they gave errors. Can somebody share the link for G930V TWRP?
Thanks!
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Ok so I am a mom of 3 including an infant and exhausted trying to figure this out. Trying not to clog the board opening a new thread. Long story short- I want to use an app that the developer has not been able to fix the errors with it when using Nougat on an S7. They suggested I upgrade to Oreo or Pie to fix this. I have an unlocked phone purchased outright on eBay and use Total Wireless. So there will be no one to assist me in this. I'm fairly tech savvy so I looked on YouTube about rooting and upgrading with a custom ROM.
I watched these videos:
sorry new cannot post
So easily I enabled developer options and OEM unlock and USB debugging. Downloaded Odin and Magisk and no verity and Gapps and lineage 16.0 (from Ivan Meler) and twrp with the twrp-3.3.1-0-heroqltechn.img.tar file which I determined is which one I needed.
Odin will not flash TWRP (one of the first steps). Fails every time. It does start blue and I did download and install the latest Samsung drivers package just to be sure.
Then I found it was probably because I had a locked bootloader. So, I used this tut and that did successfully download to my phone via Odin. But TWRP still will not "flash" to the phone.
Now, my fingerprint sensor says "The fingerprint sensor is not responding, please try again later". and my phone has a security notice stating "unauthorized actions have been detected. Restart your phone and undo any unauthorized changes". So I am thinking that I did successfully unlock the bootloader? But TWRP still will not flash.
I considered using oneclickroot.com but it's $40, phone only worth about $100, and my husband is convinced they're going to steal info from my computer and phone in the process (even thought they're XDA endorsed). They also told me they can only give me Oreo not Pie.
I have downloaded and used SuperBackup. Also all my photos are auto backed up to Google and my contacts and calendar are too. So I don't think it's a huge deal if I lose everything. Even if I brick it I can get another. Reinstalling and relogging into all my apps will be a pain but whatever. I have a password app that can be logged into from the web.
Also my camera has been getting buggy and not opening and having to be restarted and in general the phone is just getting glitchy, so I was hoping an upgrade might help.
All the info I have:
Model G930V Ver 7.0
Baseband G930VVRS4BQC9
Build NRD0M.G930VVRS4BQC9
Knox 2.7.1
When I enter developer mode:
Odin Mode (High Speed)
Product name: SM-G930V
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Custom
FAP lock: Off
Qualcomm secureboot: enable
AP SWREV B4(2, 1, 1, 1, 1) K1 S3
Secure Download: enable
My startup screen where it says Galaxy S7 powered by Android also now has an unlocked lock icon and says "custom" underneath.
Should I just figure out how to "undo" what I did and leave it alone? I'd really like to use the eMeals app and I'd really like to not buy a new phone.