Greetings developers, superusers, and all those far more knowledgeable in all things tech than I....! (Given that the last time I considered myself 'knowledgeable' computers were still running DOS, that pretty much means all of you here). I humbly implore you for your help in rooting my Note 3 for the first time. Given that I have just learned what rooting is and the basics of how to do it in the past 24 hours, I will provide as much information as I can regarding my specific issue, and ask that your answers be detailed enough that I may follow your instructions step by step.
Phone: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9008) from China
Build: LRX21V.N9008ZMUGPA1
Android Version: 5.0
Current Provider: T-Mobile
Reason for Rooting: A family member received this phone free from his company, and in turn gave it to me, as I needed a new phone at the time. Unfortunately, since China and Google weren't on the friendliest terms, Google services are not installed on the device, and there is no option for adding a google account, google play services, google play store, etc. This severely limits the practicality and function of the phone here in the US by not allowing me to install or run any apps that require google play services. There does not appear to be a way to install Google services on the phone without rooting it first.
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Actions attempted thus far:
1. Downloaded latest version of Kies from Samsung website, which in turn downloaded Samsung USB drivers. Confirmed that phone has latest firmware. Backed up phone contents. Disconnected phone and closed Kies.
2. Downloaded CF AutoRoot for sm9008 (tar.md5 file) and Odin 3.10.6 from following link: https://download.chainfire.eu/359/CF-Root/CF-Auto-Root/CF-Auto-Root-hlte-h3gzm-smn9008.zip, as was instructed in this post from 2013: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46098951&postcount=3
3. Enabled developer options in phone, and selected USB debugging. This is currently the only option enabled under developer options. Verify apps via USB is unselected.
4. Put phone in download mode, connected to PC (6+ year old Toshiba laptop running Windows 10) using original Samsung USB cable, successfully connected to Odin, and followed instructions as outlined in following post from 2013: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46098944&postcount=2
5. Received nand write start fail error as shown below:
6. Repeated step 4 with a different USB port, Odin version 3.12.3, Odin version 3.11 and a .tar file (no md5 extension), and Odin version 3.07, all with same exact result: nand write start fail. Still able to restart phone and use it normally (thank goodness).
7. Discovered the following thread from 2014: http://forum.xda-developers.com/chef-central/android/nand-write-start-fail-odin-soluction-t2851096 but did not take any further actions, as I do not completely understand why the error is occurring, and do not completely understand the specific instructions in the thread, or whether they pertain to my particular phone and situation. (Is the fact that I have Android 5.0 running on the phone part of the issue?)
8. Post my plea for help on XDA forum, which you are reading now. Please explain in layman's terms why I am getting this error, if there is a reliable fix that is not likely to brick my phone (with detailed instructions), or if there is another method by which to get google play services on my phone.
Thank you in advance for your time, effort, and consideration!
Sharain
Screenshot 1: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0y22zxuvllyml5q/Screenshot_2016-10-05-13-21-41.png?d
Screenshot 2: https://www.dropbox.com/s/0y22zxuvllyml5q/Screenshot_2016-10-05-13-21-41.png?dl=0
Screenshot 3: https://www.dropbox.com/s/zdvruvso9pvok4f/Screenshot (3).png?dl=0
Reactivation lockN maybe?
Sent from my SM-G925F
The screenshots are not visible to me. Maybe try windows 7? You're flashing auto root in the ap/pda box?
Not sure that rooting will allow for the installation of google services on the phone but it's worth a try.
audit13 said:
The screenshots are not visible to me. Maybe try windows 7? You're flashing auto root in the ap/pda box?
Not sure that rooting will allow for the installation of google services on the phone but it's worth a try.
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Thank you for your response!
Im not sure why the images arent showing. I can email you the link...copying and pasting the links in the thread doesn't seem to work for whatever reason. Yes, Im placing the .tar.md5 or the .tar file in the AP field. All other fields are empty. Unfortunately, I dont have the option of rolling back my laptop to Windows 7.
Any other suggestions? What about the thread I mentioned in Step 7. Does any of that make sense to you?
Thank you!
Sharain
You are a genius!
Rosli59564 said:
Reactivation lockN maybe?
Sent from my SM-G925F
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THAT WAS IT!
I have to admit, I had no idea what a reactivation lock was, but after googling it, I went into my system settings, general, security, find my mobile, turned off remote control, and unchecked reactivation lock.
I then tried rooting again with Odin version 10.6 and CF Auto Root for smn9008, and it worked!! The phone rebooted on its own, and I was able to verify Root access by the appearance of the SuperUser app on my phone. I also confirmed by running the Rootchecker app, which I had downloaded previously. Whats even better is that so far I still have all my files and apps on my phone...I havent had to do a factory reset as of yet.
You have no idea how many hours Ive scoured the web for an answer. This was apparently a very common error that hundred of thousands of people ran into -- and I have not seen your solution posted anywhere! I will be sure to update the thread in Sep 7 to reflect your answer, and give you the credit.
Now the next step is to figure out how to "flash" Google apps services onto the phone. I suppose Ill first have to google what "flashing" is. lol. From what Ive seen thus far from previous googling, there have been some instruction on how to do this using a program called CWM. However, it seems I have SU instead...im not sure how this differs. So off I go to do more googling...
Thank you again!
Sharain
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My rooted phone crashed the other night - wouldn't boot passed the Galaxy S screen. So I wiped it clean.
When I tried to install a program, the Package Installer was missing from the list of actions.
I flashed back to stock ROM.
It's still not showing up in my actions menu.
When I go to settings/applications/ALL - it shows Package Installer at 0.00B.
What the heck?
Odin back to stock EC05.
How-To video by qbking77
One-click Root (updated to latest CWM release)
Stock EC05 Tar file (not rooted) hosted by k0nane
MD5 hash: 4ea4dfea809c1a6d59b9fccf9e939f35
I already unrooted and flashed back to stock using these instructions: http://samsungepichacks.com/samsung-epic-hacks/how-to-unroot-samsung-epic-4g/
I will try the method from the website you suggested now though.
squint said:
I already unrooted and flashed back to stock using these instructions: http://samsungepichacks.com/samsung-epic-hacks/how-to-unroot-samsung-epic-4g/
I will try the method from the website you suggested now though.
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Never heard of that website and it keeps timing out on me.
You're better off using the video linked above to Odin back to stock. This will erase all your data, so either start from scratch or back up your apps and whatnot.
Bad news...I followed the instructions from your suggested video.
Put on SPH-D700-DG27-8Gb-REL.tar
Still...the Program Installer doesn't show up on the ACTIONS menu!
It goes Music, then Phone, the gTalk Settings....
Grrrrrrrrrr.
Any other ideas?
So are you trying to side load an application? Meaning you have "Unknown sources" checked under the Settings > Applications menu, and have an apk file to install.
The phone won't install that apk file? Or are you looking for something else to happen when you touch the file on the screen?
If none of the above, then I'm lost at what you're trying to accomplish.
Correct. I'm just trying to load up some apk's that I have on SugarSync/DropBox/SD Card/etc. Unknown Sources is checked.
When I click on the apk - it gives me the action menu. None of those actions is Package Installer. It used to be there, now it isn't. I've loaded all my programs this way in the past.
I tried Odin again and put on the EC05 tar file. Same result. No Package Installer listed in the actions menu.
Man, I just don't know. This is my first time reading of such a problem on the Epic forum.
Using Odin and that tar file gives you 100% stock Froyo. You can then install apk files once the "unknown sources" option is selected.
Did you re-install any other applications after using Odin or restore your data? That could be your culprit, which would mean you'd have to start from scratch (aka clean install).
Starting from total scratch.
It's a mystery.
The only thing I installed was SugarSync so that I could get to the files.
I even tried downloading ASTRO File Manager and using their installer that shows up on the actions menu. That used to work to install...but it doesn't anymore. It just sticks.
I guess maybe I need to go to the Sprint Store. Good thing I flashed her
Does your Package Installer show up as 0.00B in the Settings/Applications/ALL menu?
squint said:
Does your Package Installer show up as 0.00B in the Settings/Applications/ALL menu?
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Here is mine, there's something going on with your phone man. I'm baffled.
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Same Problem
I just bought the Motorola Triumph for Virgin Mobile and I have the same problem. Well a similar problem. I went to see if there was an OTA update and it says "Install Package not found". So I went to the All list of applications and my Package Installed is 0.00 also. I did notice that a lot of other system apps are 0.00 also. Here's the list of them:
Account and Sync Settings
Activation Utility Service
Aging Test
Android Live Wallpapers
Android System
Battery Parameter Upgrade
BlueToothTestMode
BTtools
CDASYS
Certificate Installer
DbgCfgTool
E-Compass Calibration
Env_Runin_Vibrator_Tool
Fallback
FM Radio
FQC Program
G-Sensor Calibration
GasGaugeLogging
Gps Deleter
Home screen tips
HTML Viewer
Live Wallpaper Picker
logtools (I had two of these)
Magic Smoke Wallpaper
Media Container Service
Package Installer
Pico TTS
SD Card test
SIM Toolkit
Sound Recorder
System Update
Terminal Emulator
TTS Service
Voice Dialer
VPN Services
Wifi Comman
Wifi Test
It's a pretty extensive list. I did root it, but I know I had the update problem before I rooted it so I don't think that did anything to it. Hopefully we can figure out why they are messed up for both of our sakes. Thanks!
nikon120 said:
Here is mine, there's something going on with your phone man. I'm baffled.
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could you copy and upload that file so those of us who don't have it can replace hours? it's quick for you and would be Greatly appreciated
wow okay everyone in this thread is officially useless.... how hard is it to post a freaking .apk ..... dont tell the guy to re flash a rom just to get an apk because you dont want to give him the apk..... im sorry im a little late with this, i just ot my phone back today and its the way i can get on the iinternet..... here are 2 .apk's you'll likely need and the one your asking for
theduce102 said:
wow okay everyone in this thread is officially useless.... how hard is it to post a freaking .apk ..... dont tell the guy to re flash a rom just to get an apk because you dont want to give him the apk..... im sorry im a little late with this, i just ot my phone back today and its the way i can get on the iinternet..... here are 2 .apk's you'll likely need and the one your asking for
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Thanks man!
theduce102 said:
wow okay everyone in this thread is officially useless.... how hard is it to post a freaking .apk ..... dont tell the guy to re flash a rom just to get an apk because you dont want to give him the apk..... im sorry im a little late with this, i just ot my phone back today and its the way i can get on the iinternet..... here are 2 .apk's you'll likely need and the one your asking for
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Wow man... I'm glad you were able to assist the people affected, but the attitude/negative tone is unnecessary. I just saw the post requesting me [or anyone for that matter] to share the files.
I stated that using Odin to go back to stock may be best. He/She was discussing a problem with what many would consider a core function, being able to install an application. Finally, CWM often gives bad flashes, so in my mind it appeared to be a logical suggestion to start with 100% stock and work from there to find the culprit.
I did not share the APK files because I got busy, forgot about the post and missed the request.
johnnycsx said:
could you copy and upload that file so those of us who don't have it can replace hours? it's quick for you and would be Greatly appreciated
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Just saw this post due to it being on page 1 again. The post above your recent reply contains the files.
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Hi Friend
in contact with the developers VRoot
I request them on Sony 's Android 4.3 also
work with the Boot Loader Lock
This feature was added in the new version of the program
Today I got the opportunity to put this learning
How Root
* First joined the program, or download the source site
*Before installation , make sure your device drivers are installed
*Now install the program normally
*The options on your phone ( Unknown sources & USB debugging ) enabled
*Now connect your phone to the PC and the program Vroot open
(When you connect the phone to connect to internet)
*The program will let you update messages
After a few seconds it takes to install a Application on your phone
Now Root Messaging application will appear on the right
Select it
*Then your phone will reboot
But the program is still work in progress
May take several minutes
After a few seconds, the phone again will reboot
*The appearance of this message, your phone is successfully root
*The application icon should appear on your device menu
*Now your phone can act Czech Root was successful
*to remove the Vroot and install SuperSU
First, go to this link to download the recovery Philz
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2649923
* Click on Options install.bat
Then select the first option
question, select the option Allow
*This message displays a successful installation of your recovery
Now turn off your phone
Turning on the phone will see four lights advancing when the blue light show press
Volume up -> Philz
install zip from sdcar and then select the option to install CWM SuperSU
Then reboot the phone
Congratulations work done
Now we have root and recovery
Training Tips
Vroot sent IMEI to some chinese server
I think it is the first Training Root Boot Loader Lock Android 4.3 for Sony
Amir
Moderator Edit: Links removed
I hope some1 can try it fast..and if it works move thread to android devlopment section
Like I said in the news thread this program sents your IMEI and perhaps even your serialnumber.... why would you even use it if it is sents private data to some random server in China...
" Vroot sent IMEI to some chinese server"
Okaaay I honestly don't trust this method with sending IMEI to some chinese server...
mrjraider said:
Like I said in the news thread this program sents your IMEI and perhaps even your serialnumber.... why would you even use it if it is sents private data to some random server in China...
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Not only China, but also to be sent to all countries
Our distinguished scientist , or a genius that we have very important
SKA67 said:
Not only China, but also to be sent to all countries
Our distinguished scientist , or a genius that we have very important
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Okay now you've lost me there....
So why even sharing this program when it steals your Imei and Serialnumber from your phone and sents it to multiple places....
Fetching IMEI is a serious concern! However, if a genius can decipher what's the exploit used here...! it seems the program is doing things through ADB??
Training Tips
Vroot sent IMEI to some chinese server
SKA67 said:
Training Tips
Vroot sent IMEI to some chinese server
It is mentioned in the text
Please watch your tone
Someone forced you to make use of this software is no
I use this program for about one year and I never had a problem
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No but there were two threads with this program and both are closed due to security issues.. And yet again this damn program appears on XDA.... It seems that searching is a bit hard.
Friends
I 've asked the developers vroot about code IMEI
They noted that only promotions and much of the software used
That currently do not use
Sorry but this is closed. As this tool collects IMEI we wouldn't allow discussion and using it here in XDA for the security purpose of our members. The tool may just collect the IMEI for rooting purpose but the matter still not unveiled completely what actually it is. So till then we won't allow Vroot here. Thanks for understanding
Hi guys - please assist!
My wife's phone started to behave really strange:
- mic level during calls was super-low, but while recording vids: just fine
- started to be extra slow on simple tasks like opening sms messenger etc.
- sometimes I couldn't connect it to PC in order to transfer files
SO... I decided it's time to load new FW. It was also quite surprise because there was 5.0.1 release for her GT-I9506.
Declaimer: I have loaded FW via Odin multiple times for S3, S4, S5 and some other Samsungs so I consider myself quite semi-pro user.
I've downloaded proper software from site, new version of Odin and started the process. After just few seconds some error was displayed on Odin and it crashed. Phone stuck on Downloading phase with progress bar already displayed.
After a while I rebooted it and got this screen:
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So, I dig a net a bit and I've tried following:
1. I tried to recover my old software with KIESv3 but phone wasn't detected (used XDA tutorial)
2. Tried to reflash again with Odin, but I got "There is no PIT partition" error - I downloaded some pit file for S4(9506) from some Indian site, but I wasn't able to check it
After above I read a net a bit more and wanted to check that pit file I've downloaded and... since then I am not able to connect phone to PC. I contantly get "Unknown device" notification on my Windows. What I have tried:
1. Rebooting multiple times Windows and phone
2. To start a phone in Download and normal (well, not normal now because of the error state but still...) mode multiple times
3. Reinstall USB drivers multiple times
4. Change USB slots - right now I am NOT able to use different cable nor different pc
5. Manually update USB drivers via Device Manager (I extracted drivers from exe file, but I got "up to date drivers" message)
After all it seems I am done. No new ideas whatsoever.
Phone is dead now.
I cannot connect it PC.
Crap.
Any ideas folks? Anyone?
unster said:
Hi guys - please assist!
My wife's phone started to behave really strange:
- mic level during calls was super-low, but while recording vids: just fine
- started to be extra slow on simple tasks like opening sms messenger etc.
- sometimes I couldn't connect it to PC in order to transfer files
SO... I decided it's time to load new FW. It was also quite surprise because there was 5.0.1 release for her GT-I9506.
Declaimer: I have loaded FW via Odin multiple times for S3, S4, S5 and some other Samsungs so I consider myself quite semi-pro user.
I've downloaded proper software from site, new version of Odin and started the process. After just few seconds some error was displayed on Odin and it crashed. Phone stuck on Downloading phase with progress bar already displayed.
After a while I rebooted it and got this screen:
So, I dig a net a bit and I've tried following:
1. I tried to recover my old software with KIESv3 but phone wasn't detected (used XDA tutorial)
2. Tried to reflash again with Odin, but I got "There is no PIT partition" error - I downloaded some pit file for S4(9506) from some Indian site, but I wasn't able to check it
After above I read a net a bit more and wanted to check that pit file I've downloaded and... since then I am not able to connect phone to PC. I contantly get "Unknown device" notification on my Windows. What I have tried:
1. Rebooting multiple times Windows and phone
2. To start a phone in Download and normal (well, not normal now because of the error state but still...) mode multiple times
3. Reinstall USB drivers multiple times
4. Change USB slots - right now I am NOT able to use different cable nor different pc
5. Manually update USB drivers via Device Manager (I extracted drivers from exe file, but I got "up to date drivers" message)
After all it seems I am done. No new ideas whatsoever.
Phone is dead now.
I cannot connect it PC.
Crap.
Any ideas folks? Anyone?
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You can calm down. Nothing wrong with the phone. This is just something that can happen.
In 99% of the cases this is solved by the following:
- use a different usb port when flashing with Odin
- Use a different usb cable when flashing with Odin.
Oh and for the low volume: Make sure the mic holes are clean. There could be dust in it.
unster said:
1. I tried to recover my old software with KIESv3 but phone wasn't detected (used XDA tutorial)
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Kies V3 does not support S4. You can try recovery mode with the proper - former - version :
http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support/usefulsoftware/KIES/
Lennyz1988 said:
- use a different usb port when flashing with Odin
- Use a different usb cable when flashing with Odin.
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OK it's alive AGAIN! So... It seems that she isn't really taking proper care of her phone as she claims to, because its' charging port seems to be loose a bit. I changed cable, set myself in strange yoga position also changed port and after about 20x added/removed notifications it stopped and allowed me to upload a system.
Thanks!
Required tools:
1. Sp Flash tool mod edit - link removed
2. Drivers mod edit - link removed
3. Firmwares: K50a40mod edit - link removed
Other Varients:mod edit - link removed
4. Windows pc
5. Lenovo K3 Note(ofcorse )
Before doing this, Take Nvram(imei) backup:mod edit - link removed
Download all required files, then unzip.
install drivers, if device not showingin spflash tool(put your pc advanced startup with driver signature enforcement then install drivers)
Stock rom Installation process:
1.Open sp Flash tool.
goto options(located on top left corner)
then select download, in DA DL ALL checksum options tick on both>> USB checksum and Storage checksum(close this window)
2. select scatter-Loading-File from firmware folder.
3. select Download only. (if u select format all+download your imei numbers will be gone)
4. Then click on download button.
5. switch off your mobile, then remove battery and re insert it, then connect
Big right mark will appear after success.
Follow all instructions carefully,
Don't blame me if anything went wrong.
plz download drivers from given link.
use latest spFlashTool.
Press Thanks if my process work.
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Hi man,
at first I want to thank you, this helped me to unbrick my phone, but ofcourse I did deleted my IMEI, SN and so on.
I know there are few ways how to change it, but none seems to work for me so far. I have the right drivers (v 1.1.13), but not any program is able to connect to my phone except to SP flash tool.
So my question is. Is there any way how to root this version of andriod?
I have already tried Kingroot, RomasteruSU, framaroot and not even MTK Engineering mode was not able to help me change IMEI.
Thanks in advance
M
enterthename said:
Hi man,
at first I want to thank you, this helped me to unbrick my phone, but ofcourse I did deleted my IMEI, SN and so on.
I know there are few ways how to change it, but none seems to work for me so far. I have the right drivers (v 1.1.13), but not any program is able to connect to my phone except to SP flash tool.
So my question is. Is there any way how to root this version of andriod?
I have already tried Kingroot, RomasteruSU, framaroot and not even MTK Engineering mode was not able to help me change IMEI.
Thanks in advance
M
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/k3-note/help/null-invalid-imei-permanent-fix-100-t3472491
follow this tutorial..
panuganties said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/k3-note/help/null-invalid-imei-permanent-fix-100-t3472491
follow this tutorial..
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Hi,
tried to do exactly what is there, but still no luck. I had only APDB before, so I hoped to be successfull this time with MD1_DB.
But what happened. I already had drives and SN writer (2.1504), but downloaded older version (1.1728) anyway. Got into point where phone was connected and in meta mode. The newer version of SN Writer gave me error message pretty fast and calceled meta mode. See SN writers error message img. below.
I have also tried older version, it took bit more time, then it asked me to fill my IMEI for a second time, but ended up with error message again after that. The only thing different was that phone stayed in meta mode. Put second print screen error as well.
Any suggestions?
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enterthename said:
Hi,
tried to do exactly what is there, but still no luck. I had only APDB before, so I hoped to be successfull this time with MD1_DB.
But what happened. I already had drives and SN writer (2.1504), but downloaded older version (1.1728) anyway. Got into point where phone was connected and in meta mode. The newer version of SN Writer gave me error message pretty fast and calceled meta mode. See SN writers error message img. below.
I have also tried older version, it took bit more time, then it asked me to fill my IMEI for a second time, but ended up with error message again after that. The only thing different was that phone stayed in meta mode. Put second print screen error as well.
Any suggestions?
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press and hold volume- and insert usb cable..
thread closed until the download links will be available
Hello all,
I'm having a weird issue with my Galaxy S5. When I unlock the device I occasionally get a full screen advert that needs to be exited via the top left/right cross (seems to vary) or by accessing the advert.
Back in September I rooted my phone, then decided to un-root due to all my banking apps failing (due to detecting the root).
I re-downloaded the firmware (H3G-G900FXXS1CQD1-20170518173124.zip) -sorry, I can't 100% remember where from - and I'm worrying that the firmware might be dodgy?
When the advert shows if I open the task manager on the phone I can see it's an app called "Internet" with the same logo as the "Samsung Internet" app but with a different name.
Is it just the Samsung Internet app advertising to me or could it be something worse?
I've scanned my phone with various anti virus and anti malware products which have found nothing.
Can anyone help at all? Thanks in advance. I'm not allowed to post screenshots yet but have uploaded them ready for when I meet the requirements.
I honestly may not be one who can provide too much help, however from what it sounds is that it's an malasious app that has "infected" your phone or an app that you have downloaded that is causing this (sadly there are many apps like this now adays). What makes me wonder about the first case listed is the fact that it uses the same symbol with a different name. Could you please list the name for me?
Hello there, the app that shows the advert is called "Internet" with the same logo as the actual "Samsung Internet" app.
St first I thought it was maybe Samsung selling themselves out to allow annoying adverts but now I'm not sure.
Any help is appreciated.
Ah, still think I'm unable to post the pictures or send links until I have >10 posts.
Any ideas on the advert issues?
Yay, looks like I can now post links to pictures.
Here is what I am experiencing:
Sorry about the screen filter
I'd download the firmware package again but from sammobile if you didn't grab it from there last time. No full screen or internet adverts should be displaying on a fresh install.
Alternatively, you can use a custom debloated samsung ROM that may work better on your device.
For me that was the AT&T installed remote control app. When I allowed automatic updates at some point the latest version started showing those adds randomly when I unlocked the phone. Once I downgraded and turned off automatic updates the adds stopped.
Hmm, now I'm concerned about where I got the file. I think there is a possibility it might have been from: https://samsung-firmware.org/ which is now blocked by my antivirus with the quote "blocked a suspected bad URL or an unwanted program."... Concerning.
I must also have downloaded from sammobile at some point as when trying to re-download there it added "(1)" to the end of the file, indicating the exact file exists in my downloads folder.
Here is the version of the files by site:
sammobile.com: G900FXXS1CQD1_G900FH3G1CPJ1_H3G.zip
samsung-firmware.org: H3G-G900FXXS1CQD1-20170518173124.zip
Interesting is that the file from samsung-firmware.org is 1KB larger in file size than the one from sammobile.com
Screenshot of items in the folder:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Re-downloaded from sammobile but get a "archive is corrupt" error in WinRAR
Odin MD5 checks out though.
Tried to flash with it anyway using Odin and didn't do a wipe before, after the flash my phone was just the exact same state as before, silly question but is that normal if no wipe is done before the flash?
WhiteSquirrel said:
Re-downloaded from sammobile but get a "archive is corrupt" error in WinRAR
Odin MD5 checks out though.
Tried to flash with it anyway using Odin and didn't do a wipe before, after the flash my phone was just the exact same state as before, silly question but is that normal if no wipe is done before the flash?
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Flash a firmware without wiping will "upgrade" the existing installation. You'll see the android is upgrading animation. After that, everything should be like how it was before.
In your case, a clean flash is highly recommended.