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[Q] Want to upgrade to 5.0.1 officially.

Hello,
I bought Note 4 (Model: SM-N910F) in Germany, and now running android version
4.4.4, I want to upgrade to the official version 5.0.1 from website:
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-N910F/
Which version is recommended from the website?
Debating between both versions: Germany or Unknown, Which version is preferable?
And do need root to flash a new version?
I am interested in a clean system with no additives/applications (in English) with good battery time.
Thanks,
idan.

idann said:
Hello,
I bought Note 4 (Model: SM-N910F) in Germany, and now running android version
4.4.4, I want to upgrade to the official version 5.0.1 from website:
Which version is recommended from the website?
Debating between both versions: Germany or Unknown, Which version is preferable?
And do need root to flash a new version?
I am interested in a clean system with no additives/applications (in English) with good battery time.
Thanks,
idan.
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You don't need root to flash a new firmware.
I would recommend wiping the phone to factory status before you flash a new firmware.
N910F will use the BOC3 software.
This should work okay.
/N910FXXU1BOC3_N910FVFG1BOC2_VDC/

Yes of course, I will implement to make a factory reset before flash new firmware.
BOC3 = Unknown version.
I understand this rom from Dutch, It will be ok? or wait to OTA upgrade?
After upgrade system to 5.0.1, my device will receive OTA?

idann said:
Yes of course, I will implement to make a factory reset before flash new firmware.
BOC3 = Unknown version.
I understand this rom from Dutch, It will be ok? or wait to OTA upgrade?
After upgrade system to 5.0.1, my device will receive OTA?
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I upgraded a few days ago from N910FXXU1ANK4 ATO 4.4.4 to N910FXXU1BOC3 Unknown and I can say that it's working nicely. Had issues when updating as I was first trying to flash a BOC3 version from RO Vodafone, but had issues while flashing (Volume size too big, Odin invalid ext4 image). I was able to upgrade to N910FXXU1BOC3 Unknown without any issues.
In case you get into trouble while upgrading, you can do a emergency re-initialization from Kies3, based on your model number and serial number (on device, under the battery).
If you are flashing a different region ROM, make sure you do not have Reactivation lock as it will block your attempt to flash a new ROM.

@lolozaur thanks about information.
Version N910FXXU1BOC3 (5.0.1) will include touchwiz interface?
I prefer a clean system like nexus version, can you recommend a convenient interface (launcher)?

idann said:
@lolozaur thanks about information.
Version N910FXXU1BOC3 (5.0.1) will include touchwiz interface?
I prefer a clean system like nexus version, can you recommend a convenient interface (launcher)?
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Don't have much information regarding the Note 4 ROM community as i just got the device one week ago.
But, if you want to keep your Knox counter set to 0 and have your warranty available, you have to flash only stock ROMs from good sources (i prefer sammobile).
I personally like the new Touchwiz on 5.0.1 and I think it will keep getting better when we'll get the S6 Touchwiz in future updates. I would not flash an AOSP ROM on the Note 4.
Not sure about this but if you want an AOSP OS (nexus version) you will be losing some of the functionality of the Note 4, such as the S-Pen and S-Note integration and maybe the S-Health and Heartrate sensor.

@lolozaur
Flash of new version 5.0.1 can lock again device for locked region?
The lock was released by call (5 minutes) with local microsim.
Thanks.

idann said:
@lolozaur
Flash of new version 5.0.1 can lock again device for locked region?
The lock was released by call (5 minutes) with local microsim.
Thanks.
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It should not lock. My device is also used outside the unlock region and I did not have any troubles after the upgrade.

I am flashing 5.0.1 and looks good! even touchwiz interface looks clean.
Thank you for your kind assistance.

Galaxy S5 SCL23 (SM-G900J)

Hello.
I just recently got Galaxy S5 which appears to be only sold in Japan. There's some custom firmware installed on it which prevents Android to be updated. Phone doesn't have SIM locked, so any SIM card can be used.
Because the forum doesn't allow me to post link to a screenshot which shows firmware info I'll just write it down.
Android version:
4.4.2
Baseband version:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
Kernel version:
3.4.0
[email protected] #1
Wed May 14 19:59:35 KST 2014
Build number:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
SE for Android status:
Enforcing
SEPF_SCL23_4.4.2_0011
Wed May 19:59:13 2014
Hardware version:
G900J.07
Security software version:
MDF v1.0 Release 2
VPN v1.4 Release 1
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I'd like to completely wipe this firmware from the device, replace it with the latest Android version (6.0?) and root it. At first I'd like to know if it's even possible to do any kind of firmware changes on this model and what exactly do I need to perform the update/root.
Thanks.

Doesn't look like there is a 6.0 stock ROM for it, but you can upgrade to 5.0 here
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=&v=&q=SCL23
Flash with ODIN (Instructions all over the forum many times)

Okay, instructions on updato seems quite easy to follow so that shouldnt be a problem. Is there any recommended tool for root? I've found a lot of them and I really don't want to mess something up.
PS: How come there's no stock ROM for 6.0 even tho it's been mentioned in some articles that SCL23 model is also supported by Marshmallow update?

Anyone?

Okay, update to 5.0 passed without any issues. There are some default japanese applications on the phone which I cannot uninstall, is it possible to get rid of those somehow?

I have the same device Do you update succeeded or not

I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network

zaza66 said:
I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network
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Go to this link & download 4.4.2 then follow this tutorial.
Make sure to use key input from the options & use capital letters where needed. All being well you will have everything working again.
Make sure not to use any download manager for the download link. File gets about 100kbps so it'll take a few hours but you will get it.
I did the above then rooted the phone & flashed correct TWRP version to it then flashed 5.0 Lollipop SpaceX rom here. Everything working good & no loss of service on reset or reboot.
Hope it helps

Moto G4 Plus XT1644 NOUGAT UPDATE (MPJ24.139-64)

OK, many of us have been waiting for the Nougat update and many have received it, but i was wondering if my model will be receiving the update a side note is i am using the service Total Wireless and i have called their tech support and they didn't even know what i mean by system update (They have horrible support) so i need your help! UPDATE ZIP FILES TO FLASH IN ADB WOULD BE MOST HELPFUL THANK YOU!!!
Important Info-------
Build Number: MPJ24.139-64
Model: XT1644
Version: 6.0.1
Baseband version: M8952_70009.08.03.45R ATHENE_RETUSA_CUST
ALL INFO HELPS THANK YOU!!!
and I know this will probably get taken down because many people have asked already...but someone, anyone....please make a compatible Nougat Flashable Zip file for ADB PLEASE!!!!!!!!
Screenshot: https://forums.lenovo.com/lnv/attachments/lnv/MotoG4thGen/16566/1/Screenshot_20170201-225541.png

I got tired of waiting, so I followed the instructions from the link below to update my stock xt1644 to Nougat. I'm in the US using a US model phone on T-Mobile. When my phone booted up after the flash, the default language option on the set-up screen was "English (United States)". So that was a good sign.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mo...e-npj25-93-t3549369/post70843323#post70843323

I Just receive the OTA update for this version (MPJ24.139-64)

i need some help/suggestions on updating LOS my S5 klte

hi, i have a s5 (klte) SM-G900M the device is from the carrier claro from the Dominican Republic (LatinoAmerica) and im running LOS on the Nov 8 (2017) Build and i haven't updated the OS since then, i have been experiencing some random reboots when using open camera and other occasions, and i want to update the device to the latest build, but i have been told that the new s5 builds require the latest baseband ,back when i installed lineage os , my phone was on lolipop and i installed LOS on the phone without updating to Marshmellow (my bad :l), im running this baseband version: G900MUBU1BOE2 (wich was released in 2015), i have tried to find the "latest" version of the baseband but that seems to be the latest one for my particular device (the Dominican Republic S5) was released in 2015 , and i don't know if istalling another more update version of the baseband of other country, will introduce problems with the carriers from my country (The Dominican republic) , i have a backup of the stock touchwiz rom , but apparently i can't install the OTA because i have TWRP 3.1.1 installed and since it replaced the stock recovery, the OTA is no longer possible to install, i would greatly appreacite any help regarding this situation :/

THEwed123wet said:
hi, i have a s5 (klte) SM-G900M the device is from the carrier claro from the Dominican Republic (LatinoAmerica) and im running LOS on the Nov 8 (2017) Build and i haven't updated the OS since then, i have been experiencing some random reboots when using open camera and other occasions, and i want to update the device to the latest build, but i have been told that the new s5 builds require the latest baseband ,back when i installed lineage os , my phone was on lolipop and i installed LOS on the phone without updating to Marshmellow (my bad :l), im running this baseband version: G900MUBU1BOE2 (wich was released in 2015), i have tried to find the "latest" version of the baseband but that seems to be the latest one for my particular device (the Dominican Republic S5) was released in 2015 , and i don't know if istalling another more update version of the baseband of other country, will introduce problems with the carriers from my country (The Dominican republic) , i have a backup of the stock touchwiz rom , but apparently i can't install the OTA because i have TWRP 3.1.1 installed and since it replaced the stock recovery, the OTA is no longer possible to install, i would greatly appreacite any help regarding this situation :/
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I couldn't find firmware for Dominican Republic but it looks like Ecuador shares the same firmware as you so try the below
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s5/SM-G900M/EBE/download/G900MUBS1CQD5/166984/
Or this one from Columbia
https://samsung-firmware.org/download/Galaxy__S5__/58l3/COB/G900MUBS1CQD5/G900MCOB1CPI1/
Place in AP section of odin
Once flashed go into recovery mode and perform a data wipe/factory reset
Also update your twrp version if you want to flash later custom roms

thanks!!
i have a few more questions:
1-)wich version of TWRP do you recomend for lineage 15.1? i heard some people having problems with the latest version
2-) if one day i want to revert to stock how do i aproach this? since my backup is from lolipop , and i dont think that the new firmware will play nice with that (in case i plan to sell the device or something)
3-) do you now if the latest magisk version works well with lineage 15.1?

THEwed123wet said:
hi, i have a s5 (klte) SM-G900M the device is from the carrier claro from the Dominican Republic......
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So you want to update your Baseband Modem to the latest version before updating your LineageOS Firmware to 15.1.
The following link has the latest one for your device that's provided by haggertk. haggertk is one of the Official Lineage Team members.
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746010030569966172
Download the file on your PC, place your device in Download Mode (aka Odin Mode), then connect your device to your PC via USB Cable, Open Odin and place the downloaded file in your AP (or PDA) spot in Odin (nothing further) and start the flashing process.
It's fairly quick to accomplish, you won't loose anything on your device and, afterwards, you should be good to go for Updating to the LineageOS 15.1.
Just an FYI... The following is the Official LineageOS 15.1 thread that's specific to the klte devices for support and guidance.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3830497
I wish you the best of luck and enjoy LineageOS 15.1!
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UNLESS asked to do so, PLEASE don't PM me regarding support. Sent using The ClaRetoX Forum App on my SM-G900V device.

THEwed123wet said:
thanks!!
i have a few more questions:
1-)wich version of TWRP do you recomend for lineage 15.1? i heard some people having problems with the latest version
2-) if one day i want to revert to stock how do i aproach this? since my backup is from lolipop , and i dont think that the new firmware will play nice with that (in case i plan to sell the device or something)
3-) do you now if the latest magisk version works well with lineage 15.1?
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1 - latest version of twrp - nothing wrong with it
2 - just flash stock firmware via odin
3 - latest version of magisk works fine with lineageos 15.1

THEwed123wet said:
1-)wich version of TWRP do you recomend for lineage 15.1? i heard some people having problems with the latest version.
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This is a tricky question. The issues experienced are not all for the same variant. For example, some of the issues are for G900F but, my G900V hasn't experienced any issues.
Just keep in mind that if you experience any issues, you can always Downgrade it without a problem.
2-) if one day i want to revert to stock how do i aproach this? since my backup is from lolipop , and i dont think that the new firmware will play nice with that (in case i plan to sell the device or something)
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Reverting to stock is not difficult because you just need the Stock Firmware and, possibly, the pit file (that's also available on the SamMobile forum and androidfilehost as well).
3-) do you now if the latest magisk version works well with lineage 15.1?
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This is best asked on the following Official General Q&A Magisk thread.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3432382
I wish you the best of luck!
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UNLESS asked to do so, PLEASE don't PM me regarding support. Sent using The ClaRetoX Forum App on my SM-G900V device.

Thanks a lot for the help!! ,i like your detailed asnwers , will be updating after the new build comes out since last one failed to build

THEwed123wet said:
Thanks a lot for the help!! ,i like your detailed asnwers , will be updating after the new build comes out since last one failed to build
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There's been 4 Official LineageOS 15.1 builds that's been released so far but, Good Luck!
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UNLESS asked to do so, PLEASE don't PM me regarding support. Sent using The ClaRetoX Forum App on my SM-G900V device.

Three UK SIM - Has updated firmware to Three (H3G) Branded FW - How to go back!?

Need Help! I'm very used to Android SW/FW but this has me stumped. We put a Three UK SIM in my girlfriends unlocked P Smart (FIG-LX1 C782), she bought it brand new, unlocked from Argos a year ago.
A few hours after using the Three SIM, she gets a system update and promptly updates it. Ever since, when it boots it Shows the Three/3 Logo on boot and shutdown and has pre-installed a load of Three apps. It was not bought from Three!
I'm trying to follow instructions from huaweiflash.com and have downloaded stock firmware files from there. I can get it to begin the update, but it always fails at about 5%. The software has never been rooted or anything, so the phone is locked. I just want to revert it to the stock, non-branded Huawei software it originally had before we put the bloody Three SIM card in it! Can anyone help!?

Fixed! - I followed the downgrading instructions only in part of this thread, using the download linked in the thread and it installed and I'm back to stock ROM (No Three/3!)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p-smart/how-to/guide-downgrading-huawei-p-smart-t3927808
FIRMWARE: https://androidhost.ru/3c9
( FIGO-L31 FIG-L31 FIG-LX1 8.0.0.128A(C432) FIRMWARE ANDROID 8.0.0 EMUI 8.0.0 05014XMW )

Iggy82 said:
Fixed! - I followed the downgrading instructions only in part of this thread, using the download linked in the thread and it installed and I'm back to stock ROM (No Three/3!)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p-smart/how-to/guide-downgrading-huawei-p-smart-t3927808
FIRMWARE: https://androidhost.ru/3c9
( FIGO-L31 FIG-L31 FIG-LX1 8.0.0.128A(C432) FIRMWARE ANDROID 8.0.0 EMUI 8.0.0 05014XMW )
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Thanks for this. I had the exact same scenario, bought from Argos, unlocked yadayada and put my Three sim in. Shortly afterwards got the same as you described. I complained to Three who told me to complain to the manufacturer as this was impossible from just putting in a sim.

diskonot said:
Thanks for this. I had the exact same scenario, bought from Argos, unlocked yadayada and put my Three sim in. Shortly afterwards got the same as you described. I complained to Three who told me to complain to the manufacturer as this was impossible from just putting in a sim.
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You're welcome, please click on 'Thanks!' button to right of this post if you didn't already