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Verizon LG G Pad 8.3 VK810 Lollipop OTA VK81035A

It's here folks, Lollipop for Verizon's iteration of the LG G Pad 8.3, the VK810 (code name "Altev"). You can start downloading and installing via Settings - System Updates - Check for Updates. I don't have the time to update today, but please tell me how it comes out for you.
Modders, rooters, and ROMans (ROMers?) out there, I'd love to hear if you keep root with OTA Survival Mode or Chuck Norris mode enabled in your super user app (SuperSU, SuperUser, etc...) or if you can find the file ( @roirraW "edor" ehT you seem to be the king of KDZs for our device) to flash via TWRP.
Thumbs up if this post was helpful and don't forget to vote on that poll.

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I will try to keep this up to date as they come in.

I used the kdz in normal mode and lost root.

I was waiting for someone else to make a centralized thread for issues, so I wouldn't have to maintain it. ?
Under 35A_08, I can't seem to expand notifications in the pulled down notification shade. You can expand them at least on an insecure lock screen (swipe) and it seems that what you expand there are then expanded in the notification shade too. I think this survives a reboot.

Revoe said:
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I will try to keep this up to date as they come in.
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Already rooted without downgrading. Check my guide in general section.
In your poll, add the option. Already running , debloated, rooted and working on recovery.

Took the OTA. Lost root. Trying to decide whether I need to root again.......

There's an official lollipop update for 8.3 VZW? Missed that
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Do I need a Verizon SIM in it to pull the OTA?
I've tried both the update button in settings and the "Verizon Wireless Software Upgrade Assistant" PC client.

Tmo SIM doesn't work, VZW does
Fortunately I had an active VZW SIM out of a Galaxy Tab 2.
It asked me to download with it in, and would not let me see it with a T-Mobile SIM. Kept saying I was up to date.
Put the VZW SIM back in and it let me get it. Downloading over WiFi now, just over 600 megs.
Sure they'll gladly send you the OTA with an active VZW SIM, probably hoping you'll use your data allotment to do it...
Typical VZW antics, which is why I'll never use Verizon. MAYBE if someone else paid for it, but I'd resist even then. Worst carrier IMHO except of course their coverage is great. I carry a PagePlus $10/120 days for emergencies, camping, etc.
But I digress...

How do you flash a kdz
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Rename it? Surely TWRP doesn't recognize it

I just noticed that " LG BACKUP" is no longer available on 5.0.2. Has anyone else seen this?
Sent from my VK810 4G using XDA Free mobile app

713brianp27 said:
How do you flash a kdz
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Rename it? Surely TWRP doesn't recognize it
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Hi! Google for:
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XDA LG Flash Tool 2014
Golfer_Ron said:
I just noticed that " LG BACKUP" is no longer available on 5.0.2. Has anyone else seen this?
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Previous releases for the VK810 had LG Backup? I'm not saying they didn't, just if they did I never noticed it. Was it (originally) in the same place it is on the G3 (Settings / Backup & Reset)? It is in fact not available there on 35A_08, but I know at some point I looked there on 24A and didn't see it either - unless I only checked after I had debloated it and I took it out by mistake or not knowing.
Was it definitely available on 24A? Curious because on the G3 once I tried it, I noticed it sure was fast and easy, and might not trump Titanium Backup for all purposes, but certainly for my most common uses.

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It worked basically the same for me as the other LG devices I've seen (VS980 and V500), but with a different KDZ file of course.
1 - Download the VK810 35A KDZ file: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60857185&postcount=2
2 - Follow this guide to use the LG Flash Tool 2014: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797190
Note: To put your VK810 into download mode, power it off, then hold the volume down button while you plug it into your PC. A small rectangle will appear in the middle of the screen that says "Download Mode".
Worked like a charm for me. yesterday.

Was it definitely available on 24A? Curious because on the G3 once I tried it, I noticed it sure was fast and easy, and might not trump Titanium Backup for all purposes, but certainly for my most common uses.[/QUOTE]
You may be right, it is that I use it on my G3s that I assumed it was on the VK810. I use it to transfer files and apps between devices, I remembered that I tried but failed to get Snapdragon Battery Guru to the VK810. Shame it does have it uses.

tallpaul02 said:
It worked basically the same for me as the other LG devices I've seen (VS980 and V500), but with a different KDZ file of course.
1 - Download the VK810 35A KDZ file: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60857185&postcount=2
2 - Follow this guide to use the LG Flash Tool 2014: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797190
Note: To put your VK810 into download mode, power it off, then hold the volume down button while you plug it into your PC. A small rectangle will appear in the middle of the screen that says "Download Mode".
Worked like a charm for me. yesterday.
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I thought it was a twrp flash. LG flash tool. Won't you lose root/recovery? I'd like to see a rooted twrp like they do in S5 vzw&art threads. Simple kernel swap..Voila
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If nobody posts one soon then I will.

Definitely no LG Backup for the last 3-4 OTAs, but I haven't owned it long enough to speak for the entirety of the software history. I know that this device has been hamstrung by some of the carriers' antics by not including some basics that the flagship phones enjoy like a full feature Quick Remote, the absence of LG Backup (which just may be the best BU short of Titanium), and the exclusion of baked in goodies like Dual Window and adjustable Emersive Mode (hides the nav bar on a per-app basis). I know DW fix can be found, but not sure about the others yet.

Golfer_Ron said:
You may be right, it is that I use it on my G3s that I assumed it was on the VK810. I use it to transfer files and apps between devices, I remembered that I tried but failed to get Snapdragon Battery Guru to the VK810. Shame it does have it uses.
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Gotcha. Last I checked the SnapDragon Battery Guru wouldn't install from the Play Store on my G3's Lollipop, but I haven't checked lately and I don't recall if I tried just restoring it from Titanium Backup. I'll check again on the G3 and on this device in case it's changed (probably not), thanks for the reminder.
Sent from my VK810 4G
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713brianp27 said:
I thought it was a twrp flash. LG flash tool. Won't you lose root/recovery? I'd like to see a rooted twrp like they do in S5 vzw&art threads. Simple kernel swap..Voila
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If nobody posts one soon then I will.
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See my ROM in my signature.
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There's a whole lot of page flopping. Ended up @AFH once
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And a link to 4.2.2 aboot keeps bringing me to a page in a language I do not understand.

Is that newest kdz 5.0.2 or 5.1?

713brianp27 said:
There's a whole lot of page flopping. Ended up @AFH once
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And a link to 4.2.2 aboot keeps bringing me to a page in a language I do not understand.
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Works for 60 people who downloaded the ROM so far. Try a different browser or try it on a PC. I only have one link to AFH. All the files you need are there at that link.
Upu said:
Is that newest kdz 5.0.2 or 5.1?
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5.0.2
Sent from my VK810 4G

G935AUCS2APH1 NEW AT&T Bootloader?

Hey everyone, just an FYI. Update I haven't seen anywhere for the AT&T s7 Edge...
I managed to keep root and everything else. Just wanted to know if anyone else randomly had an update happen?

kobos311 said:
Hey everyone, just an FYI. Update I haven't seen anywhere for the AT&T s7 Edge...
I managed to keep root and everything else. Just wanted to know if anyone else randomly had an update happen?
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Can you check which bootloader version it is please. Go into download mode/Odin mode and look for the thing that says either B2 or B3. If it says B2 it's still bootloader 2, if it says B3 it's bootloader 3. Report back ASAP. I would really like to know.

Ph0nysk1nk said:
Can you check which bootloader version it is please. Go into download mode/Odin mode and look for the thing that says either B2 or B3. If it says B2 it's still bootloader 2, if it says B3 it's bootloader 3. Report back ASAP. I would really like to know.
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I will boot into D/L mode now and confirm, and screenshot my system info as well. I'll pull my log as well. It was weird how it happened. Will post details later. Will follow up with Bootloader v2 or v3 in a second.

kobos311 said:
I will boot into D/L mode now and confirm, and screenshot my system info as well. I'll pull my log as well. It was weird how it happened. Will post details later. Will follow up with Bootloader v2 or v3 in a second.
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Allright fast response . This will be great if the bootloader is updated people stuck on t-mobile can come back now and such.
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kobos311 said:
I will boot into D/L mode now and confirm, and screenshot my system info as well. I'll pull my log as well. It was weird how it happened. Will post details later. Will follow up with Bootloader v2 or v3 in a second.
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Was it updated? Not trying to be pushy at all but this is the first I'm hearing about this update and I'm really curious. Was it updated?

Ph0nysk1nk said:
Allright fast response . This will be great if the bootloader is updated people stuck on t-mobile can come back now and such.
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AP SWREV: B2 (2,1,1,1,1) K1 S1
Let me know what else will be helpful. I've attached a screen also.

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AP SWREV: B2 (2,1,1,1,1) K1 S1
Let me know what else will be helpful. I've attached a screen also.
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Damn not bootloader 3 that sucks. thanks for checking. On another note im looking at the firmware details but it seems as if the actual firmware didn't update as it still says August. Maybe just a baseband update or a prep for a future update? Sucks though was hoping for a a B3 update. Thanks though
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AP SWREV: B2 (2,1,1,1,1) K1 S1
Let me know what else will be helpful. I've attached a screen also.
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I must ask... how did you end up getting this update? i just checked but i dont have any updates.

Ph0nysk1nk said:
Damn not bootloader 3 that sucks. thanks for checking. On another note im looking at the firmware details but it seems as if the actual firmware didn't update as it still says August. Maybe just a baseband update or a prep for a future update? Sucks though was hoping for a a B3 update. Thanks though
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It tried to update. Funny story is I accidently booted into recovery mode in lieu of bootloader mode by mistake so quickly changed buttons mid vibration and booted into dl mode instead of completing the update. No idea what completed or didn't.

kobos311 said:
It tried to update. Funny story is I accidently booted into recovery mode in lieu of bootloader mode by mistake so quickly changed buttons mid vibration and booted into dl mode instead of completing the update. No idea what completed or didn't.
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Did you maybe just half of the update? Im pretty confused by all of this TBH. It just sounds so weird how you got this "update".
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kobos311 said:
It tried to update. Funny story is I accidently booted into recovery mode in lieu of bootloader mode by mistake so quickly changed buttons mid vibration and booted into dl mode instead of completing the update. No idea what completed or didn't.
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Would there be a way i could replicate the process and get the update?

Ph0nysk1nk said:
Did you maybe just half of the update? Im pretty confused by all of this TBH. It just sounds so weird how you got this "update".
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Would there be a way i could replicate the process and get the update?
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Trust me I was just as confused as you are now.,still am. Even tried to Odin to factory lol no dice. That's why I'll fetch my logs and see no idea what happened really just realized it when I couldn't get the factory reset to work. I was working on xposed and getting back up to date since I've been away from a Samsung for so long.

kobos311 said:
Trust me I was just as confused as you are now.,still am. Even tried to Odin to factory lol no dice. That's why I'll fetch my logs and see no idea what happened really just realized it when I couldn't get the factory reset to work. I was working on xposed and getting back up to date since I've been away from a Samsung for so long.
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Hmmm not being able to odin back to stock is kinda scary TBH. It kinda sounds like the bootloader tried to upgrade or something since if the bootloader was still B2 it would flash fine.

Ph0nysk1nk said:
Hmmm not being able to odin back to stock is kinda scary TBH. It kinda sounds like the bootloader tried to upgrade or something since if the bootloader was still B2 it would flash fine.
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That was my thinking. I had a few errors in ODIN, both versions. Also tried several versions of the firmwares from different locations. I got lucky. Hence my hastily FYI on here. Lol

kobos311 said:
Trust me I was just as confused as you are now.,still am. Even tried to Odin to factory lol no dice. That's why I'll fetch my logs and see no idea what happened really just realized it when I couldn't get the factory reset to work. I was working on xposed and getting back up to date since I've been away from a Samsung for so long.
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To add to my last reply there is a rumor going around that ATT is going to update the bootloader VERY soon. I also started to dig around a little and found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/firmware-stock-sm-g930a-ph1-odin-files-t3458890 its a link to the PH1 firmware. Will you Download it and see if you can flash it? its your only option ATM anyway
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kobos311 said:
That was my thinking. I had a few errors in ODIN, both versions. Also tried several versions of the firmwares from different locations. I got lucky. Hence my hastily FYI on here. Lol
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/firmware-stock-sm-g930a-ph1-odin-files-t3458890 I found offical PH1 firmware. so it's real not just fake. will you download it and see if you can flash it?

Ph0nysk1nk said:
To add to my last reply there is a rumor going around that ATT is going to update the bootloader VERY soon. I also started to dig around a little and found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/firmware-stock-sm-g930a-ph1-odin-files-t3458890 its a link to the PH1 firmware. Will you Download it and see if you can flash it? its your only option ATM anyway
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/firmware-stock-sm-g930a-ph1-odin-files-t3458890 I found offical PH1 firmware. so it's real not just fake. will you download it and see if you can flash it?
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Umm, that's clearly not the edge model lol

kobos311 said:
Umm, that's clearly not the edge model lol
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I know it's not the edge but the only thing you lose is the edge screen. It's fine though i understand you dont want to do it. it's a big risk ATM with no edge version of the firmware. Thanks for your time man

Ph0nysk1nk said:
I know it's not the edge but the only thing you lose is the edge screen. It's fine though i understand you dont want to do it. it's a big risk ATM with no edge version of the firmware. Thanks for your time man
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LOL I just had a flashback to J tagging bricked phones for friends still have a skyrocket that's been jtagged about 10 times to help the development community.

Ph0nysk1nk said:
I know it's not the edge but the only thing you lose is the edge screen. It's fine though i understand you dont want to do it. it's a big risk ATM with no edge version of the firmware. Thanks for your time man
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I'm having to manually titanium backup every system app and then Uninstall system app updates and reboot to get them to work properly blah

https://www.att.com/esupport/article.html#!/wireless/KM1086930
Now to just get a full stock rom to flash back too... Lol

I flashed the UU firmware, rerooted, fixed network settings and setup my kernel profiles runs wonderfully on that. Now to figure out how to enable WiFi calling with a patched csc

kobos311 said:
I flashed the UU firmware, rerooted, fixed network settings and setup my kernel profiles runs wonderfully on that. Now to figure out how to enable WiFi calling with a patched csc
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Not that benchmarks mean a darn thing but..

DO NOT UPDATE FROM APGC TO API4... (If you want root...)

Tested right before replacing my N7 (v1)...
After upgrading to latest API4 "Green Battery" Update...
Confirmed:
- Unable to Odin Sprint "Root" Firmware...
- Unable to downgrade to APGC...
Result...
No root & stuck with API4... (Not bricked)
so... in other words... IF you want root... stay with APGC and simply wait for an API4 ROM... (with APGC bootloader)
Get the new phone... and DO NOT update...

[email protected]!
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Soon as my v2 comes in, I'm downloading the package disabler app first and blocking updates
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I'm not losing my only chance at root with this phone.. why would they revert back to the jelly bean battery color...like wtf

To make it easier to identify version 2 phones.

OP care to explain how you updated to the V2 update on a V1 device ? e
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Please do not quote the whole OP when posting.

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OP care to explain how you updated to the V2 update on a V1 device ? e
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The API4 update is available to V1 phones. I took it, knowing I'd be getting a new phone in a couple of days.
As I understand it, they'll make you take it one way or the other.

i can confirm do not update your v2 note 7 to the new firmware. you cannot downgrade and they have blocked the sprint userdebug firmware from even flashing.
if you want to keep root. don't do it.

wht are the chances that the update comes straight from the box..

It does bro....i got mines today and it automatically started down loading...i just asked this question to @jovy23 in another thread

Yep, mine installed right out of the box. what a bunch of a-holes. wifes did the same thing, no root now welp, perhaps its time to return it and buy a different phone. this is retarded.

Chr0nicDreamz said:
Yep, mine installed right out of the box. what a bunch of a-holes. wifes did the same thing, no root now welp, perhaps its time to return it and buy a different phone. this is retarded.
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what about restocking fee?

twe90kid said:
what about restocking fee?
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why would I worry about that? tmobile owes me so many credits at this point I should have credit enough to cover my next bill

Saw someone mention it, and will try the same, but boot without sim card and wifif then disable the update app.....root then add sim.
Hopefully that will work cause I need my root. Dammit Samsung how dare you "burn" us again !!!

louforgiveno said:
Saw someone mention it, and will try the same, but boot without sim card and wifif then disable the update app.....root then add sim.
Hopefully that will work cause I need my root. Dammit Samsung how dare you "burn" us again !!!
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as long as the phones don't come preinstalled then it's fine.

Well... I just updated to API4 intentionally, to try out the new update on my v1 device. I gotta say it's much more snappier now and lag is completely gone after it fully boots everything. But it's still not worth losing root over. So I'm either gonna get a refund or buy the international version, better yet might just say goodbye to sammy all together.

I don't know why anyone is still surprised about non-Nexus devices being locked down. Sure, a device might get root access, but it's the OEMs job to fix it in future builds because it's an exploit that needs to be fixed.

My update downloaded but I disabled, anyone know where the update file is? What folder? I can't find it.

the update ran as soon as it connected to their wifi network to set up the phone. crap, can't root now.

drum747 said:
My update downloaded but I disabled, anyone know where the update file is? What folder? I can't find it.
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Same here, it downloads on its own but it can be postponed up to 3 times before it automatically installs the update, so what do I have to disable so the update won't install, or where can i find the update and delete that sob? Any info would be much appreciated as I don't have access to a computer to root or have the time at this very moment.
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My update downloaded but I disabled, anyone know where the update file is? What folder? I can't find it.
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What exactly did u disable?

You can go into settings and turn off auto updates, or download package disabler from the play store and disable the 2 software updates lines. I still have a v1 phone and no update here because of that

S7 will be unresponsive for a few seconds randomly

So I rooted and flash my s7 back to stock. Since then and after doing a couple of full factory resets and with no SD card in the phone's "recent" and "back" buttons at the bottom will light up, screen stays blank during this, then the phone will not wake up for a few seconds. Even if I'm pressing the Home and power buttons. Happens randomly.
I've used Package disabler Pro to disable all bloat ware, but still didn't help. Really not sure what to try next.
Any thoughts?
thanks

When you flashed back to stock, did you flash all 4 files via Odin? You didn't use Home_CSC, did you?

I believe I did flash all 4. But would you have a link for flashing so I can preform it again just to be sure. I didn't use the Home file either.
thanks

What is your current build number?

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What is your current build number?
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mmb29m.g930vvru4api3

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=529152257862684790
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You can also look into the U-firmware. The latest build works very well on Verizon, and it's VERY responsive. You miss out on all of the Verizon based features, but everything else is silky smooth.

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https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=529152257862684790
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You can also look into the U-firmware. The latest build works very well on Verizon, and it's VERY responsive. You miss out on all of the Verizon based features, but everything else is silky smooth.
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Is this Marshmallow or Nougat? I can;t find much on it, or maybe I'm looking t the wrong threads. Any write ups on what is different? Is it rooted?
thanks

rdefino said:
Is this Marshmallow or Nougat? I can;t find much on it, or maybe I'm looking t the wrong threads. Any write ups on what is different? Is it rooted?
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The one I linked is the exact same Marshmallow build you already have.
The U-firmware I mentioned is also Marshmallow. I did a short write-up with pros and cons in this forum a few days ago, along with a link to the firmware.
Finally, nothing that you flash with Odin on this phone will be rooted. The engineering (root) kernel can be flashed with Odin as part of the process to root the phone, but it won't flash a rooted system.

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The one I linked is the exact same Marshmallow build you already have.
The U-firmware I mentioned is also Marshmallow. I did a short write-up with pros and cons in this forum a few days ago, along with a link to the firmware.
Finally, nothing that you flash with Odin on this phone will be rooted. The engineering (root) kernel can be flashed with Odin as part of the process to root the phone, but it won't flash a rooted system.
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ahh, cool. Thanks.
The link you provided, I just need to flash the 4 files, excluding the Home file...correct?
I'll read up on the u-firmware.
thanks again

rdefino said:
ahh, cool. Thanks.
The link you provided, I just need to flash the 4 files, excluding the Home file...correct?
I'll read up on the u-firmware.
thanks again
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Correct. Backup with SmartSwitch and all should be well.

CVertigo1 said:
Correct. Backup with SmartSwitch and all should be well.
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1 more question. How do I backup with Smartswitch? I opened smartswicth but it only allows to transfer to another phone.
thanks

Download SmartSwitch from Samsung and install it on your PC.

Note 8 Oreo

Hey guys thought I could start this any news on Oreo coming to T-Mobile Note 8?? Post all news here thanks guys

I asked tmobile and samsung mobile I was redirected to support page for os Nougat on tmobile website.. Nothing else new.

Samsung announced that the Note 8 will get Oreo, the time line has not been said.

Oreo Beta
https://www.reddit.com/r/GalaxyNote8/comments/7ibsip/android_oreo_ota_this_is_real/

Been running this since yesterday. Only issue I've come across is that I can't allow unknown sources. Other than that it's ok so far. Truly nothing groundbreaking about it compared to the latest official update.
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deh2002 said:
Been running this since yesterday. Only issue I've come across is that I can't allow unknown sources. Other than that it's ok so far. Truly nothing groundbreaking about it compared to the latest official update.
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Whaaa! That means that pretty soon we'll all be rolling in the bask of Oreo. Can't wait for the official update to roll out. [emoji2]
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I installed the Oreo beta and don't like it. Want to go back to stable. I downloaded the original firmware AQH9 and have tried flashing in ODIN, but am getting a SHA256 failure error...
EDIT: Solved by using newer BQJA firmware to flash back to.

Oreo is running great! I didnt even have to use ODIN. (2) Update.zip(s) and a Factory Reset and i am good to go!
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BQJ1(N) to BQK2(N) Update.zip DOWNLOAD
and then
BQK2 to CQL1(Oreo) Update.zip DOWNLOAD
for T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note8 on BQJ1
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Nitemare3219 said:
I installed the Oreo beta and don't like it. Want to go back to stable. I downloaded the original firmware AQH9 and have tried flashing in ODIN, but am getting a SHA256 failure error...
EDIT: Solved by using newer BQJA firmware to flash back to.
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Yea because AQH9 is on Bootloader 1 and BQJA is on Bootloader 2
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I added links to the update.zip files needed to update your N950U to Oreo

Where did you get BQJA firmaware? I couldnt find it on Sammobile.

daviddem said:
Where did you get BQJA firmaware? I couldnt find it on Sammobile.
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https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-note8/SM-N950U/TMB/

Samsung Connect seems to have a bug and Android webview keeps force closing but Oreo Beta seems pretty cool otherwise..

Nitemare3219 said:
I installed the Oreo beta and don't like it. Want to go back to stable. I downloaded the original firmware AQH9 and have tried flashing in ODIN, but am getting a SHA256 failure error...
EDIT: Solved by using newer BQJA firmware to flash back to.
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What didn't you like about it? I was considering it

Eternalty said:
What didn't you like about it? I was considering it
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Some Substratum theme options weren't yet working. A few random force closes. Security Log agent messages from some apps. Lag in the notification shade when playing Spotify (so possibly any media). It's not like Oreo is a big upgrade, so I'm not in a rush to get it.

Nitemare3219 said:
Some Substratum theme options weren't yet working. A few random force closes. Security Log agent messages from some apps. Lag in the notification shade when playing Spotify (so possibly any media). It's not like Oreo is a big upgrade, so I'm not in a rush to get it.
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I just got this phone two days ago and have been away from the forums for over 2 years. Root is available for BQJA if I read correctly. Is that right? I just want root for substratum. Downloaded it from the Play Store and it's offering me to buy an add on for "supported Samsung"

Eternalty said:
What didn't you like about it? I was considering it
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Eternalty said:
I just got this phone two days ago and have been away from the forums for over 2 years. Root is available for BQJA if I read correctly. Is that right? I just want root for substratum. Downloaded it from the Play Store and it's offering me to buy an add on for "supported Samsung"
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You don't need root for Substratum. The $1.99 add-on does work and is probably required.

deh2002 said:
Been running this since yesterday. Only issue I've come across is that I can't allow unknown sources. Other than that it's ok so far. Truly nothing groundbreaking about it compared to the latest official update.
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You can, but only by using the built in "my files" app.. Also go to settings>apps then tap the dots in the top right and tap special access and look at the bottom of the list. Do you see install unknown apps?

I hope they fix the theming issues, half of the icons get the stupid white border/frame. even when you turn off icon frames its stays. its the biggest reason why I switched back. This Beta is really stale this year. I have it on my s8 to and I'm not really impressed

Deleted, nvm. Lol

AndroidDevices said:
Oreo is running great! I didnt even have to use ODIN. (2) Update.zip(s) and a Factory Reset and i am good to go!
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BQJ1(N) to BQK2(N) Update.zip DOWNLOAD
and then
BQK2 to CQL1(Oreo) Update.zip DOWNLOAD
for T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note8 on BQJ1
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Yea because AQH9 is on Bootloader 1 and BQJA is on Bootloader 2
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I added links to the update.zip files needed to update your N950U to Oreo
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I'm on BQJA. Can I still update with these?
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MicroMod777 said:
I'm on BQJA. Can I still update with these?
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Yes, that is the build that this is for....