Model number question? (FZKAXEF) - Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers

Hi guys,
I'm looking to order one of these phones from an online store.
I just phoned them asking which model they stock:
SM-G935FZKAXEF
I assume this is an Exynos model?
Is there anything else that I need to be aware of regarding this model?
Any info would be appreciated!

TheV said:
Hi guys,
I'm looking to order one of these phones from an online store.
I just phoned them asking which model they stock:
SM-G935FZKAXEF
I assume this is an Exynos model?
Is there anything else that I need to be aware of regarding this model?
Any info would be appreciated!
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I know for a fact that the G935F is the European variant, I have this model and it has the exynos processor. A quick search of the model number G935FZKAXEF brings up that it indeed is a exynos variant from France but it will work everywhere in the world. If you are in the US you just need to check if the G935F supports the signal bands that your carrier uses.

amar95353 said:
I know for a fact that the G935F is the European variant, I have this model and it has the exynos processor. A quick search of the model number G935FZKAXEF brings up that it indeed is a exynos variant from France but it will work everywhere in the world. If you are in the US you just need to check if the G935F supports the signal bands that your carrier uses.
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Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. I'm in South Africa so should be cool. I've placed my order

TheV said:
Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. I'm in South Africa so should be cool. I've placed my order
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You're welcome.

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S7 Edge Models

Anyone know what the different models of the S7 Edge are going to be? If precise information (bands, capacity, dual sim, etc..) can be shown this could be useful.
Thanks
SAO said:
Anyone know what the different models of the S7 Edge are going to be? If precise information (bands, capacity, dual sim, etc..) can be shown this could be useful.
Thanks
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The main difference is in the CPU/GPU and different radio chips i presume. The America`s will have the SD 820 cpu and Europe and maybe the rest of the world the Exynos 8890.
gee2012 said:
The main difference is in the CPU/GPU and different radio chips i presume. The America`s will have the SD 820 cpu and Europe and maybe the rest of the world the Exynos 8890.
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Agreed. But i would like to have more info. Like the note 5 has so many variants. N920I / C / CD / 9200 / G / K / T etc...
The US, EU and Asians don't have the same bands it could be tricky for the buyer who is in a hurry to buy the wrong one.
I can't seem to find the different models online.
SAO said:
Agreed. But i would like to have more info. Like the note 5 has so many variants. N920I / C / CD / 9200 / G / K / T etc...
The US, EU and Asians don't have the same bands it could be tricky for the buyer who is in a hurry to buy the wrong one.
I can't seem to find the different models online.
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I think its too early atm for this kind of info, maybe this or next week more details will be published.
gee2012 said:
I think its too early atm for this kind of info, maybe this or next week more details will be published.
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the only info i found for the moment :
SM-G935F, SM-G935W8, SM-G9350, SM-G935K, SM-G935L, SM-G935S, SM-G935AZ, SM-G935A, SM-G935T1, SM-G935R6, SM-G935R7, SM-G935P, SM-G935T, SM-G935R4, SM-G935V, SM-G935FD
SAO said:
Anyone know what the different models of the S7 Edge are going to be? If precise information (bands, capacity, dual sim, etc..) can be shown this could be useful.
Thanks
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Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge model list
http://choimobile.vn/threads/danh-s...e-samsung-galaxy-s7-s7-edge-model-list.63973/
Manh_IT said:
Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge model list
http://choimobile.vn/threads/danh-s...e-samsung-galaxy-s7-s7-edge-model-list.63973/
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Great list! which means that the G935FD would be the European Dual Sim variant... for once Europe might just get a good dual sim galaxy.
SAO said:
Great list! which means that the G935FD would be the European Dual Sim variant... for once Europe might just get a good dual sim galaxy.
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I don't see that variant listed. Where did you find it?
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SAO said:
Great list! which means that the G935FD would be the European Dual Sim variant... for once Europe might just get a good dual sim galaxy.
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Ah, you are extrapolating from your list above. It is promising. I am also looking for a European dual sim variant.
spanielhead said:
Ah, you are extrapolating from your list above. It is promising. I am also looking for a European dual sim variant.
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Check eBay if you are in a hurry, there is I think 1 more for grabs of the g935fd. Apparently the second SIM slot can also be used for sdcard in case you don't need the second SIM.... But that is still to be checked.
SAO said:
Anyone know what the different models of the S7 Edge are going to be? If precise information (bands, capacity, dual sim, etc..) can be shown this could be useful.
Thanks
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SAO said:
Great list! which means that the G935FD would be the European Dual Sim variant... for once Europe might just get a good dual sim galaxy.
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All S7/S7 edge is Dual Sim variant
SAO said:
Check eBay if you are in a hurry, there is I think 1 more for grabs of the g935fd. Apparently the second SIM slot can also be used for sdcard in case you don't need the second SIM.... But that is still to be checked.
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It can definitely be used as SD if you wish. Go to samsung.com and switch to Indonesia. Find out more on s7 and edge, click on hardware and scroll down, and you will see dual sim.
I have tried the same with a few European countries and yet to find one with dual sim.
More preciso
spanielhead said:
It can definitely be used as SD if you wish. Go to samsung.com and switch to Indonesia. Find out more on s7 and edge, click on hardware and scroll down, and you will see dual sim.
I have tried the same with a few European countries and yet to find one with dual sim.
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It's indeed funny that the Swiss site only shows the SD and doesn't mention the dual sim (i'm from CH like you).
I just called Swisscom, and they had no idea if it was possible...So i contacted Samsung Switzerland and they told me that the phones sold in Switzerland will only have the possibility of having 1 sim and 1 SD (G935F EUR model), and that the second slot will not be able to take an extra SIM (they could be wrong). So the G935FD is going to be a rare beast...
the G935F is going to host the Exynos (which we all knew i guess)
I've been reading a lot about dual Sim phones recently. Correct me if I'm wrong but to my understanding it is not enough that is is hardware-ready, it needs 2 IMEIs as well.
Let's take the recent Galaxy A series for example, they all have a hybrid tray SIM1 + SIM2/SDCard but they are being restricted here in Germany (and probably elsewhere). Being sold as single SIM capable
If we take the previous Galaxys like the S5 Duos (G900FD) and the Note 5 (N920CD) for reference, the SM-G935FD will most probably be sold in the UAE and will support Europeans LTE Bands 3, 7 and 20.
Are all these international phones locked to local carriers? You can't buy a UK 935f and pop a US AT&T sim in it, right?
JasonS6Edge said:
Are all these international phones locked to local carriers? You can't buy a UK 935f and pop a US AT&T sim in it, right?
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The European ones are generally unlocked. They will have different radios to US ones so your reception and battery life may not be as good as a US version.
G935F- 1SIM Chip CPU Exynos 8890
G935FD-2SIM Chip CPU Exynos 8890
G935T- 1SIM Chip CPU Snapdragon 820
G935A- 1SIM Chip CPU Snapdragon 820
Manh_IT said:
All S7/S7 edge is Dual Sim variant
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Only these are suppose to be dual sim:
Model numbers SM 9350 and SM 9300 for China and HK
Model numbers SM 935FD and SM 930FD for SE Asia
SJUAE said:
Only these are suppose to be dual sim:
Model numbers SM 9350 and SM 9300 for China and HK
Model numbers SM 935FD and SM 930FD for SE Asia
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935F and 930F are models made for the EU. Got confirmation from samsung and operators in the EU. So the D would logically be the dual on these models. Right?
SAO said:
935F and 930F are models made for the EU. Got confirmation from samsung and operators in the EU. So the D would logically be the dual on these models. Right?
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That's certainly how I read and have seen it listed in model no postings

US or international

What should we order an international model or us. Yes im verizon and us. Only reason i ask ... i have the note 4 and the roms are mostly f and g variant which are india and europe. Anyone else getting the earbuds with the preorder promo?
The US bootloader won't be unlockable.
LoliSmith said:
The US bootloader won't be unlockable.
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Isnt that whats been said about almost every samsung phone?
You have 1 choice as always with Verizon. You get the Verizon version like always.
How do you even pre-order the international version? On the samsung site all I see are the carrier branded ones.
happy2472 said:
Isnt that whats been said about almost every samsung phone?
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When was the last US Samung Galaxy device unlockable?
US because I'm sure the S8 will support the international U model firmware like the S7
kennonk said:
How do you even pre-order the international version? On the samsung site all I see are the carrier branded ones.
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You can order it here, and they ship worldwide and are reputable:
https://www.unlocked-mobiles.com/sim-free-mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s8-plus-sim-free-p-87505.html
happy2472 said:
What should we order an international model or us. Yes im verizon and us.
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I'm pretty sure you'll have to get the Verizon model as Verizon is a CDMA network and the international model is GSM and won't work (it'd work on AT&T and T-Mobile as they are GSM networks). Even if it did work you'd have to consider what frequencies/bands the international model supports vs what your carrier uses (and it seems that's not been specified yet, at least not on GSMArena, unless all versions supports all the same frequencies/bands).
samteeee said:
You can order it here, and they ship worldwide and are reputable:
https://www.unlocked-mobiles.com/sim-free-mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s8-plus-sim-free-p-87505.html
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Interesting only black and that feminine mauve colour (grey my ass).
I wonder where the silver and gold versions are being sold?
Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
samteeee said:
You can order it here, and they ship worldwide and are reputable:
https://www.unlocked-mobiles.com/sim-free-mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s8-plus-sim-free-p-87505.html
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NM, I tried to do a fake purchase and wasn't able to get them to ship to US, only UK.
RMXO said:
http://www.samsung.com/uk/smartphon...leMbCEOhBmuFF5g3q25kJViXEB_OCKvPx4F5TRnE4ljMO
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Do they ship to the US?
LoliSmith said:
Do they ship to the US?
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nope, my bad, i should of checked before posting.
So the International model with the Exynos chip does not have CDMA radios/modems, correct?
LoliSmith said:
So the International model with the Exynos chip does not have CDMA radios/modems, correct?
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We already covered this in another thread no?
Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
happy2472 said:
What should we order an international model or us. Yes im verizon and us. Only reason i ask ... i have the note 4 and the roms are mostly f and g variant which are india and europe. Anyone else getting the earbuds with the preorder promo?
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Samsung pay wont work on International
johnwayne27 said:
Samsung pay wont work on International
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Yes true.
Good thing i dont use it...hell i dont even know if we have it in canada lol.
Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
force70 said:
We already covered this in another thread no?
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No.
Listen everyone if you cant reply with a positive response or helpful then please dont reply at all.
I'd be careful
I am still looking into comparing the US Snapdragon variant of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the International variant with the Exynos chip. I will say the Exynos chip usually works a lot better than the snapdragon on a samsung phone. Which makes sense since it is a Samsung chip. The real world speed tests for the Exynos and benchmark tests usually outdo the snapdragon.
With that said, frequency bands need to be compared. Because obviously the international variant will not work for Sprint or Verizon. Furthermore, there are LTE bands to worry about for T-Mobile and AT&T. And I can not seem to verify the bands for the international variant. From what I remember for the S7 International variant, there was no LTE band 12 which T-Mobile uses for their new LTE band. It didn't matter much before but now this band is being used for low-band spectrum which is for inside buildings and rural long distance connections. This band is expanding.
Therefore, I want to first see the real word speed tests (because snapdragon upped their game a bit) and confirm the frequency bands which seems to be harder than I thought. Frequencycheck seems to think the INternational variant has Band 12 but are they reliable this early?
Anyway, can anyone confirm the LTE bands for the International G955F variant? Maybe I need to search in German or French.

Which S8 Model to root and with hotspot.

Just a question which model of the S8 to buy so we can root for sure and with built in hotspot that doesn't need subscription like the Unlocked Android without bloatware and you can use on att without needing to subscribe a hotspot subscription?
The international exynos unlocked model should work in the US.
Root is not confirmed on any S8/S8+ because the phone is not out - can't be sure the Exynos will be rootable like last year.
How could I make sure I get exynos model?
hinds90 said:
How could I make sure I get exynos model?
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Depends on where you life... European countries get the exynos version. USA and other normally get the locked snapdragon version. If. you live in such a country you have to import it and get it without a contract.
Technically every version of the S8/S8+is "hotspotable" (is this even a word ) however it depends if your carrier allows you to use it. but normally it isn't locked or at least never had been for me. But I have a German carrier in Germany. I am not sure but I think Verizon and telekom in the us are locking it. So in this case you would have to import a unlocked S8 or hope that you can root it. But I bet 100€ that again the snapdragon version will be not rootable...
hinds90 said:
How could I make sure I get exynos model?
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Check below link to see all S8/S8+ variants compiled and buy an Exynos version.
http://www.teamandroid.com/2017/04/13/samsung-galaxy-s8-model-numbers-variants/
Su_Tweetz said:
Check below link to see all S8/S8+ variants compiled and buy an Exynos version.
http://www.teamandroid.com/2017/04/13/samsung-galaxy-s8-model-numbers-variants/
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So if the model number is SM-G950F, does that mean it is definitely Exynos? I may be buying in Latin America and would prefer to know if it is Snapdragon or Exynos before I hand over my cash.
norm2002 said:
So if the model number is SM-G950F, does that mean it is definitely Exynos? I may be buying in Latin America and would prefer to know if it is Snapdragon or Exynos before I hand over my cash.
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Wait until it's confirmed yes or no about this year's Exynos bootloader unlock. Rumors are it's no.

S8 Exynos or Snapdragon ?

I have a new S8 factory sealed in the box.
When I check the IMEI (on the box) on imei.info I see that the phone has the Exynos 8895 processor...
However it's a Canadian phone SM-G950W. Is it possible for a North American S8 to have the Exynos or I can not trust the info I got on this website?
Thanks!
vinsky78 said:
I have a new S8 factory sealed in the box.
When I check the IMEI (on the box) on imei.info I see that the phone has the Exynos 8895 processor...
However it's a Canadian phone SM-G950W. Is it possible for a North American S8 to have the Exynos or I can not trust the info I got on this website?
Thanks!
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Dont trust the website
its very possible
i think is not north america but US only that will get SD
or if you bought it online from non US retailers ....
vinsky78 said:
I have a new S8 factory sealed in the box.
When I check the IMEI (on the box) on imei.info I see that the phone has the Exynos 8895 processor...
However it's a Canadian phone SM-G950W. Is it possible for a North American S8 to have the Exynos or I can not trust the info I got on this website?
Thanks!
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It is possible. I think only US is getting the Snapdragon. Here in Mexico we are getting the Exynos version.
eoga said:
It is possible. I think only US is getting the Snapdragon. Here in Mexico we are getting the Exynos version.
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Im almost positive north america got the crappy snapdragon
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S8
954wrecker said:
Im almost positive north america got the crappy snapdragon
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S8
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Mexico is part of North America, in case you dont know. Like I mentioned we are getting the exynos so not all North America is getting the Snapdragon version.
eoga said:
Mexico is part of North America, in case you dont know. Like I mentioned we are getting the exynos so not all North America is getting the Snapdragon version.
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Ok let us know for sure when you get it in your hands. Im a few miles from Mexico so I was just providing the link to help you see they list NORTH AMERICA as Snapdragon.
My imei number doesn't read on that website. So no idea what my Canadian s8 plus is. From bell
Unless people/sites are lieing, Canada should have the crappy SD version
s384 said:
My imei number doesn't read on that website. So no idea what my Canadian s8 plus is. From bell
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Try AIDA64 app but im sure canada got screwed just like the usa and got snapdragon'd.
Ok mexico or at least the first carrier I googled is getting Exynos. You guys get the F version so wiki is worthless.
US and China got Snapdragon
Everywhere else got Exynos (Including Canada, Mexico, etc...)
jkao42 said:
US and China got Snapdragon
Everywhere else got Exynos (Including Canada, Mexico, etc...)
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Unfortunately Canada has SD, just do a quick google search SM-G950W. For S7 we had Exynos, but not s8.
Thanks to Rogers/bell/telus
Drunkadf said:
Unfortunately Canada has SD, just do a quick google search SM-G950W. For S7 we had Exynos, but not s8.
Thanks to Rogers/bell/telus
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I'll take your word for it, I know there was a discussion somewhere about people wanting to root their s8, and one of the comments was buy a s8 from Canada.
If you have one, you mind getting Aida64 and double checking?
954wrecker said:
Try AIDA64 app but im sure canada got screwed just like the usa and got snapdragon'd.
Ok mexico or at least the first carrier I googled is getting Exynos. You guys get the F version so wiki is worthless.
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Apparently I have snapdragon yes. Why is the exonos preferred over snapdragon?
jkao42 said:
I'll take your word for it, I know there was a discussion somewhere about people wanting to root their s8, and one of the comments was buy a s8 from Canada.
If you have one, you mind getting Aida64 and double checking?
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I can confirm that in Canada we got the SD SM-G950W
I even called the Samsung store here in Edmonton to confirm and went to look at phones in my local BB
s384 said:
Apparently I have snapdragon yes. Why is the exonos preferred over snapdragon?
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Snapdragon has bootloader locked with no way of unlocking it, aka no rooting any time soon.
Exynos can be unlockiled making flashing via custom recoveries available
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Yep its Snapdragon, i got mine from telus and we got Qualcomm. I even went to the samsung experience store to see if they have exynos...lookslike snapdragon
it's ok guys, just got to buy it from Clove.
Too bad the exchange rate is horrible atm, still waiting for last week's rate

Is SM-G9750/DS (China/Hong Kong version) compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile

I want to buy SM-G9750/DS (Dual SIM). This is Chinese Version (sourced from Hong Kong).
It has Snapdragon processor.
Is this version compatible AT&T and T-Mobile?
lahcim2000 said:
I want to buy SM-G9750/DS (Dual SIM). This is Chinese Version (sourced from Hong Kong).
It has Snapdragon processor.
Is this version compatible AT&T and T-Mobile?
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It looks like its missing some LTE bands compared to the US version.
Usually don't have band 71 for TMobile... At least on Note 9.
galaxys said:
Usually don't have band 71 for TMobile... At least on Note 9.
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Can I somehow enable those bands?
Both phones look to be running same Qualcomm chipset.
lahcim2000 said:
Can I somehow enable those bands?
Both phones look to be running same Qualcomm chipset.
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Unfortunately No!
galaxys said:
Unfortunately No!
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What about CDMATool?
I see it can enable bands, but I do not see option for band 66 or 71 in a tool.
Thoughts?
I have a note 9 from the same source, perfect expect those carrier specific feartue such as volte, wifi calling . It does work with LTE, but almost half of speed of what I can get from a us version.
lahcim2000 said:
I want to buy SM-G9750/DS (Dual SIM). This is Chinese Version (sourced from Hong Kong).
It has Snapdragon processor.
Is this version compatible AT&T and T-Mobile?
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The S9 Plus, SM-G9650 (Hong Kong) is compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile, I'd be surprised to learn an SM-G9750 isn't. It should work on all CDMA Networks. In some instances sellers on Ebay and Amazon will state that particular variant isn't compatible when in fact it is, just to cover their rear ends.
my sprint sim isnt working for my 9750 out the box... i figured they couldnt do anything, but i called anyways, the sprint rep said if it were "unlocked" it would work, maybe its a network or regional lock, i dont know. Im trying everything to get it "unlocked"... if thats even the problem. Currently waiting on a paid sim unlock service to get back with me, see if they can help.
Any one get a HK s9 or s10 to work on sprint?
If it's Exynos it's not going to work on Sprint or Verizon.
My Exynos S9+ and Note9 work fine with TMO.
monroe0328 said:
my sprint sim isnt working for my 9750 out the box... i figured they couldnt do anything, but i called anyways, the sprint rep said if it were "unlocked" it would work, maybe its a network or regional lock, i dont know. Im trying everything to get it "unlocked"... if thats even the problem. Currently waiting on a paid sim unlock service to get back with me, see if they can help.
Any one get a HK s9 or s10 to work on sprint?
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The s10 9750 is compatible for flashing HK roms, try flashing HK rom for your 9750 instead.
Please Help
oscarxvita said:
The s10 9750 is compatible for flashing HK roms, try flashing HK rom for your 9750 instead.
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how to u flash a rom on the SM-G9750... i googled but getting a lot of wrong forums
Region Locket
is this hong-kong version (G9750) region locket ? if yes how to unlock ?
lahcim2000 said:
I want to buy SM-G9750/DS (Dual SIM). This is Chinese Version (sourced from Hong Kong).
It has Snapdragon processor.
Is this version compatible AT&T and T-Mobile?
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hello everyone
I have question.... please tell me Is SM-G9750/DS with snapdragon (China/Hong Kong version with TGY csc) compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile.
I want to know, it will work Wificalling & Volte on T-mobile ?
someone has this one smartphone and uses it in the USA ?
Thank you

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