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New Samsung Update Following Chevron Updater

Hi everybody, I am excited to say that I am getting an update "from Samsung" through Zune right now after having used the Chevron Updater! I will post with the details when it is finished.

I read your post. I decided to connect my focus that I too used the Chevron updater on, and I got the Samsung update as well. "Samsung update for Windows Phone"
It rebooted the phone, it changed Zune to the Windows Phone "update in progress" phone screen, it shows the computer connection graphic on the screen of the phone and it creates a backup on step 7 of 10.
Step 8 of 10 installs the updates.
It finishes and reboots. Success.

What's new after this "AT&T" update?
I heard:
(1) connects to AT&T hotspots automatically when near one.
(2) Camera's anti-shaking now defaults to ON.
Anything else?

you can now sync your contacts with your ATT address book also

I do see that anti-shaking is the default now but I don't see any applications or new settings in regards to these other features.

jonandkym said:
I do see that anti-shaking is the default now but I don't see any applications or new settings in regards to these other features.
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go into App list, Settings, choose email & accounts, choose +add account. now you'll see an option to add your ATT Address Book.
as far as the WISPr auto connecting to a ATT hotspot..i see no options to be able to turn it off. unfortunately.

Used Chevron to get to NoDo, updated via Zune with the Samsung update. Here's the About:
OS Version: 7.0.7390.0
Firmware revision #: 2103.11.3.3
HW revision #: 3.1.0.7
Radio software version: 21.03.11.3.3
Radio HW version: 0.0.0.3
Bootloader ver: 5.3.1.6
Chip SOC ver: 0.36.2.0

I updated to nodo via Chevron7. After reading the steps to see about ATT Address book, I see I have that now. I thought that was going to come with the ATT NODO update. I also see the camera anti shake is default on.
How can I tell if the WISPr upfate is installed?

Just so I'm on the same page as everyone, installing the Samsung Update on a phone that already has NoDo added the AT&T NoDo features?

Yes, that is correct.
Sent from my SGH-i917 using XDA Windows Phone 7 App

Excellent. I'm in the middle of step 7 right now. I REALLY hope they eventually change the updating process to let you choose where to store the updates. I've finally witnessed the downside to my small SSD.

Verizon Razr M on T-Mobile

Let me start off by saying I am a noob with these things. I also have searched a few of these forums and found steps by "cellzealot" on how to edit the NV Decimal settings to allow this phone to work on other carriers. I followed these steps and everything went through without any errors but the same issue is happening when I then try to get the phone to work on T-Mobile network. What happens is (after the above mentioned tutorial) I restart the phone, put my T-Mobile sim card in the phone. The phone then states "This SIM card is from an unknown source". In my settings menu under mobile networks In "preffered network type" I can choose Global, LTE/CDMA, or GSM/UMTS and nothing makes a difference. I dont know if it is in-fact unlocked and working and maybe this phone is malfunctioning or maybe I am just missing a step? Some additional info under settings:
About phone>Status>Network = "Unknown", Network type and strength = "No service", Mobile network state = "disconnected", my phone number = "unknown".
System Version: 183.46.15.XT907.Verizon.en.US
Android Version: 4.4.2
Any help is much appreciated, thanks in advance, you guys are awesome for your work here.

Cloudy G2.2 tethering not working

I have been using CloudyG2 2.2 for over a year with no problems. Unfortunately, I filled up my list of Bluetooth devices (thanks La Guardia) which exposes a KitKat bug where Bluetooth connections are then dropped frequently. I reflashed Cloudy G2.2 again to fix this and went along my way. Unfortunately, I just noticed that when I create a wifi hotspot and connect to it, the other device (usually a Chromebook, though I've tried a few things), can connect to the access point but has no internet connection. Pinging Google does not have a response.
Using SQLite Editor, I have set the following:
settings.db -> global -> tether_dun_required = 0
settings.db -> settings -> tether_entitlement_check_state = 0
I feel like this has probably been beaten to death, but the forum search for this specific forum isn't working. Those above settings seem to have worked across the board on other phones, and if memory serves I used to have to set the tether_dun_required record before I reflashed. Is it possible AT&T has recently changed something on their side? Is there anything else I can check to debug this? I am on AT&T and my plan includes tethering.
Phone model: LG-D800
Android version: 4.4.2
Kernel version: 3.4.102
Build number: KOT49I
Software version: CloudyG2 2.2

Change carrier name from "Home" to actual carrier???

Hi,
Currently on InvictaOS (4/20 release). I know there are settings that allow me to change the carrier name to whatever I like (on status bar and lockscreen), but when an actual call is made or received, the phone still says "(XXX) XXX-XXXX via Home".
I've searched everywhere for the answer but can't find anything that will change the carrier name globally.
I used my current sim in my old S4 and it correctly displayed AT&T while on KK...however, I noticed the same Home issue when I installed a LP ROM. FWIW, I also received the Home carrier label when I was on stock MM. Is this a "feature" that was introduced with LP? If so, I don't like it.
Anyway, just me being picky. Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks!

mn1968 said:
Hi,
Currently on InvictaOS (4/20 release). I know there are settings that allow me to change the carrier name to whatever I like (on status bar and lockscreen), but when an actual call is made or received, the phone still says "(XXX) XXX-XXXX via Home".
I've searched everywhere for the answer but can't find anything that will change the carrier name globally.
I used my current sim in my old S4 and it correctly displayed AT&T while on KK...however, I noticed the same Home issue when I installed a LP ROM. FWIW, I also received the Home carrier label when I was on stock MM. Is this a "feature" that was introduced with LP? If so, I don't like it.
Anyway, just me being picky. Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks!
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Just a thought - under Settings > SIM cards, if you tap on your SIM card (e.g. in slot 1) are you able to edit the SIM name there (by tapping on SIM name), and does that then change 'Home' to whatever you typed when you call?

I do not have the Sim Card settings that you speak of. I have the XT1625 (non plus version), so I don't know if I don't have those settings because it's a single sim phone or if the ROM doesn't have those settings. But thanks for the reply!

mn1968 said:
I do not have the Sim Card settings that you speak of. I have the XT1625 (non plus version), so I don't know if I don't have those settings because it's a single sim phone or if the ROM doesn't have those settings. But thanks for the reply!
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Hmm, that's odd - I'd have thought the SIM card settings would be there regardless of whether it's single or dual SIM... Just asking, what's your device's baseband on Invicta (under Settings > About Phone)? Was this a clean flash of Invicta with BeanGapps or another GApps?
With a clean flash of Invicta 2.0 (20/04 build, BeanGapps mini), I'd have expected that SIM card settings would be visible on the top level of Settings (as in the screenshot), then you'd be able to edit the SIM name (in the screenshot, I've renamed my SIM from 3 to 3 UK), which shows up when you call from that SIM. However, this is on a XT1642 (G4 Plus), so maybe some other XT1625 or G4 users can chime in that are running Invicta too!
You may wish to try clean flashing the 09/05 Invicta build, see if you have any more luck with that one. https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72222658&postcount=3844

I clean flashed the 4/20 Invicta build with the recommended 7.1.2 slim micro gapps...but I've faced this issue on every MM & Nougat ROM I've tried.
My baseband is M8952_70009.08.03.45R. Never flashed anything special since all the recommended flashes for Nougat were for fingerprint usability- since I don't have a FP button it was/is a moot point.
I've considered upgrading to the 5/09 build but I have my phone set up how I like it. I don't like to re-do everything every time a new build comes out.
The 'Home" issue is just a minor annoyance. If I can tweak it - cool. If not, not big deal.

Samsung galaxy S4 GT-i9506 network , service mode problems, etc

hi all,
I decided to do my first post as i am stuck with something i am not sure how to rectify as a newbie in the android world but not newbie in the computer world.
I bought a samsung s4 GT-i9506 secondhand phone with damaged usb port thinking to repair it and try my skills for interest above all.
So got the port replaced and mobile charges ok now, i see the device working. battery is OK.
I think the device is Samsung Galaxy S4, and UNLOCKED possibly 2013 model GT-i9506 Black.
I found on the web some other codes like VDS or Shv-e330s-510 but not sure if these mean GTi9506 or are similar.
I found how to wipe - reset to factory, did that and did all updates to the phone. I dont know what OS was previously on the phone.
I then found the IMEI and paid via ebay to do a device or carrier check and got the following results including some other i add by myself.
I give all the info further down.
So, i tried to put a sim card and got error with SIM network unlock PIN window.
I added sim card, local card without subscription Lyca or comviq for above issue.
I dont know the pin and i click dismiss instead of unlock.
So, i need to unlock the networ i understand.
The paid check said unlocked so not sure what is going on with the phone at this stage.
After searching online I went in networks and did a search. I got results as below:
Telenor SE
Telenor SE
Tele2
3 SE
Telia S
So no Lyca or Comviq listed or not sure if ie Telia handles Lyca (I think Estonian company)
as i see Telia signal on the mobile from time to time, using the Lyca sim card.
I then found a video how to enter the service menu to do unlock of the network for free.
It works when i do the 0011 dial with star and hash keys combination, but does not accept
entering key values ie 1 etc to bring the next menu up etc. So it stays in the first service mode screen
which says (some items change values while this mode is on)
RRC:idle band8
mcc-mnc 240-02
rx 2398 RI -76, CID 780353
tx 2713 PSC 476
eclo -5 RSCP -81
speechver FR FR FR
L1 PCH_sleep
drx cycle 64
sib19 is received
therm 0 LNA 0
service Limited
PA state 0 APT, HDET 0
imei certi NA
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So i abandoned this operation and tried to follow other videos ie to root device
and run an app, i forgot its name, found in XDA as apk file that does this unlocking as well (may work)
as could not find it in google play store.
I downloaded a root checker app and checked device. It said may not be rooted or need to grant SU permissions.
I got another root checker and said that device may not be rooted ok, but i guess could be same issue as above.
I also read that samsung disable the service mode and maybe my update is not allowing this mode to work and needs root
or flashing earlier OS versions which i have no clue how to find and apply - i have no instructions at all.
Then i tried to find free root apps but no luck as not sure what you do after that and where. So i stopped here and thought to
ask in the forums.
So, which is the best way to free fix my network problem on this oldie phone...
How can i downgrade and or flash to an older android version that will allow me to run the service mode OK etc. what do i need for that.
Platforms and software pc or mac.
I have a soldering iron and screwdrivers and may do some soldering if is possible to my skills.
Mobile info from about device menu included below.
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basedand i9506xxudpL1
kernel version 3.4.0-6069869
[email protected]#1
thu dec 1 13:43:16 KST 2016
build no. LRXX22c.I9506xxSDPL2
SE for android status
enforcing
SEPF_GT-i9506_5.0.1-1_0039
thu dec 1 13:45:59 KST 2016
KNOX version 2.3
standard sdk 5.3.0
premium sdk 2.3.0
customisation sdk 2.0.0
container 2.3.0
cep 2.0.1
enterprise billing 1.0.0
SE for android 2.3.0
sso 2.1.1
TIMA 2.0
VPN 2.2.0
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Android v5.0.1, SD card.
STORAGE hdd: 16GB total. about 10GB free with latest OS installed updated
STORAGE microSD card max: 64GB
SIM CARD type: Micro (not nano) Medium size type
SN= RF8DC05A6AE
SSN= -i9506GSMH
FCC ID= A3LGTi9506
from the paid check i got
Model Info: MOBILE GT-i9506 BLACK VDS

Serial Number: RF8DC05A6AE
DO (different from SN above has extra two letters at the end)
Number: 8202869406(C4F0-05)

Model Number: GT-I9506ZKAVDS
Model Name: GT-I9506
Model Desc: Galaxy S4
Warranty Status: Warranty Expired

Production Date: 01-12-2013
Warranty Until: 10-12-2014
Manufacturer: Samsung Electronics Vietnam (SEV), Bac Ninh City

Carrier: Sweden Unlocked

Sold By: Sweden / 11 December 2013
Blacklist status: Clean
----finaly the end....
I use english language menus for operating the phone
thanks for reading