Trouble flashing S8 Active (SM-G892U) from Sprint to TMobile - Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers

I have migrated to TMobile and am trying to reflash my unlocked S8 Active from Sprint to TMobile mainly for wifi calling functionality. The phone was already running Android 9.
I downloaded & flashed the latest TMB firmware from sammobile via Odin v3.14.4 per the instructions on sammobile.
I flashed all the files including CSC and Userdata to ensure a complete wipe and flash.
I even wiped the cache and performed a factory reset after the firmware flash. The phone has been rebooted multiple times now since the reprogramming.
Unfortunately when the phone starts up I still get the Sprint flash screen and I don't have the Wifi Calling option available. The phone shows the latest TMB software is loaded (G892USQS6CTB2) however it still shows software ownership as Sprint (SPR/SPR/SPR).
Any advice on what I should be doing differently? Thanks!

It's a bit old to bump, but I'm in the exact same boat. Anyone have a fix for this?

I also am in the same boat: I want to use my SM-G892A on T-Mobile with wifi calling enabled. Many rooting resources say rooting this phone is not possible, but apparently on Sammobile there's instructions. I could not find them though. Any pointers appreciated.

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No more Wi-Fi Calling/VoLTE/RCS after flashing HOME_CSC in Odin

Hey guys,
After discovering the latest root method I was excited to try it out. Unfortunately, I botched it up and had to reflash the stock firmware. I downloaded the T-Mobile PD8 file from Sammobile for the G935T and flashed all the packages. I got root working, and everything seems to be fine except for the absence of these three features. There are no options for any of them in settings or their respective apps. I live in an area with bad coverage so I am pretty dependent of Wi-Fi calling. Even reflashing that HOME_CSC file didn't help. Now I'm not sure what I have to do to get these features back.
Any help would be appreciated.
You're sure that you used HOME_CSC for T-Mobile? I'm thinking that either you didn't download the correct firmware (example being that you may have downloaded for Cricket or something of that sort) or you could have used the CSC_TMB file by mistake. As far as I know, they should both be the same, only HOME_CSC doesn't wipe the data from your device. Remember seeing an error of any kind after flashing?
Binary100100 said:
You're sure that you used HOME_CSC for T-Mobile? I'm thinking that either you didn't download the correct firmware (example being that you may have downloaded for Cricket or something of that sort) or you could have used the CSC_TMB file by mistake. As far as I know, they should both be the same, only HOME_CSC doesn't wipe the data from your device. Remember seeing an error of any kind after flashing?
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Yeah I'm pretty sure it's the right file...
HOME_CSC_TMB_G935TTMB3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546824_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
No errors, I also reflashed the BL and CP to no effect... Not gonna do the AP because it will make me lose root.
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I flashed the entire stock firmware and the features are STILL missing. I'm getting tired of reinstalling all my apps. Does anyone have any ideas?
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I flashed the entire stock firmware and the features are STILL missing. I'm getting tired of reinstalling all my apps. Does anyone have any ideas?
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Without going through the why or how that all happened and the ways to resolve without reflashing, I'd just recommend that you download the full PD8 firmware from this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3331528
I would skip the repackaging .tar part to preserve /data. Worked for me and hopefully will for you.
(PROVIDING YOU STILL ARE EXPERIENCING THAT ISSUE)
Before yesterday, I found myself in the exact same situation. I had a rooted device with all of my apps installed - including Xposed modules. But I had lost WiFi Calling. I didn't even see VoLTE settings in the Phone app. So I started from scratch. I wiped out my system. I then used ODIN to flash ADB8 firmware from T-Mo. WiFi Calling was there. I then used ODIN to flash EngBoot. WiFi Calling was still there. I then rebuilt my entire system w/o Xposed. WiFi Calling was still there. I then started to add all of my modules, one at a time. After loading everything, WiFi Calling was still there.
I then started AFWall+. Lo and behold, WiFi Calling completely disappeared. I turned off the firewall. WiFi Calling was there. So I left it turned off and started to configure my modules. WiFi Calling worked - until I loaded the crowd-sourced rules for XPrivacy. I turned of XPrivacy and WiFi Calling returned.
It all makes sense. I know know that the Phone app must connect to a wireless network via TCP/IP. And if it can't, then WiFi Calling is disabled. So I spent several hours working through XPrivacy and AFWall+ rules. And at the end, I now have a fully functional phone.
I don't know if you use AFWall+ or the XPrivacy Xposed module. But you might check any control systems that could limit the connection between the Phone app and the network.
Don't use HOME_CSC. Use CSC. This will wipe data unfortunately, but i had different issues using home. And using the non-home fixed them.
Flashing the July 9th updated firmware from sammobile worked for me. Lost root, but I would rather have these features.
I unrooted my Galaxy s7 edge with Rogers and I am miss the option for volte any ideas on how to get it back?
Not the right csc
The home_csc is not the right one for t mobile. It should be home_tmb_csc

[Q] G930V to G930U Conversion (Explain please)

Hello, All!
I have a G930V (Verizon S7) Non-EDGE, and I wan't to convert it to a G930U Unbranded (Or at least bloat free).
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Yes, I have seen other threads on this topic. Doesn't answer my confusions though.
Threads by:
tvm2487 (G930U Firmware)
James.Markham0757 (Can someone send me in the right direction...)
DeathAngel66669 (Using SamFirm to download SM-G930U-G930UUEU2APG9...)
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So anyways here are my questions.
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1. Looking through Sammobile or Updato I see that a the newest version is
(G930UUEU2APEH) on (XAA), Would that work for the VZW Variant if not, What can i use?
2. Regarding my phone's below details would i be able to convert it to any of the 'U' Firmwares?
3. I don't wan't to trip any security features or mess with KNOX, really don't want to root.
Really just wan't to keep my warranty. Granted I will probably lose that by not using VZW firmware.
4. I thought flashing firmwares not similar to your phone will brick it permenantly. Why does the 'U' firmware run on the 'V'?
5. If i can flash the firmware (Odin?), What should i tick in the boxes for it to flash perfectly fine without errors?
Given this would be my first Samsung Tweaking.
6. Besides the Verizon bloat, What other cons are in the 'U' firmware that I should know about before doing the procedure?
7. Chances of bricking the phone? Would it be reversible?
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My current S7 VZW Details:
Model: SM-G930V
Ver: 6.0.1
Patch Level: October, 1, 2016
Baseband Ver: G930VVRU4API3
I appreciate the help and your time. Thanks !
1. Looking through Sammobile or Updato I see that a the newest version is
(G930UUEU2APEH) on (XAA), Would that work for the VZW Variant if not, What can i use?
I don’t think it would flash as it is bootloader 2(5th character from right) latest firmware is 4!
2. Regarding my phone's below details would i be able to convert it to any of the 'U' Firmwares?
From what I understand all the USA variants of the Galaxy S7's are the same hardware
3. I don't wan't to trip any security features or mess with KNOX, really don't want to root.
Really just wan't to keep my warranty. Granted I will probably lose that by not using VZW firmware.
I have an AT&T branded S7 SM-G930A and have flashed the U firmware and used it for a while. I have now switched carriers to T-Mobile used the U firmware without issues and now flashed the T-Mobile firmware and it works fine. KNOW IS NOT TRIPPED.
4. I thought flashing firmwares not similar to your phone will brick it permenantly. Why does the 'U' firmware run on the 'V'?
Not sure, Odin may just fail to complete install?
5. If i can flash the firmware (Odin?), What should i tick in the boxes for it to flash perfectly fine without errors?
Given this would be my first Samsung Tweaking.
I never had luck flashing the HOME-CSC file, had to use straight CSC.
6. Besides the Verizon bloat, What other cons are in the 'U' firmware that I should know about before doing the procedure?
One thing I did notice is the visual voicemail app tends to work better when using the specific carrier firmware(both AT&T & T-Mobile).
I'm using T-Mobile and I don't see a need to go back to U at this time as their is not much bloat on the T-Mobile firmware.
7. Chances of bricking the phone? Would it be reversible?
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I just installed T-Mobile Nougat on my phone and got the error on phone and it was stuck on “You will need to use Smart Switch Recovery” to fix phone! SCARY!!! I managed to finally get firmware installed and running!
Understood.
When I get home today I'll try to install a newer version from SamMobile.
Updato has older versions. Sammobile has the latest which is.
G930U with code (VZW) on
G930UOYM4APL2
(https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/118975/G930UUEU4APL2_G930UOYM4APL2_VZW/)
Would this be compatible?
G930UUEU4APL2 is the latest U-firmware. Everything flashes correctly, it won't trip KNOX, and it is super easy to go back to G930V firmware if you decide you want to send it back for warranty. You can't brick the phone by flashing signed files with Odin. The bootloader won't allow Odin to flash anything that could brick it.
I had already started replying before you posted above me. I'd recommend using my link to the firmware, as Sammobile downloads take FOREVER.
I see, I'm glad.
So, What would i need to make sure to do and not do in Odin 3.11.1?
AP/BL/CP/CSC from your zip? Just flash everything or only certain things?
Re-partition tick box? yes or no?
Flash all four of those files and DON'T CHANGE ANY Odin settings.
Okay. I just flashed it and now my phone repeatedly keeps booting into recovery.
The recovery logs and the red text at the bottom says:
dm-verity verification failed
Need to check DRK first...
Any ideas?
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I think it might have to be because I used HOME_CSC rather than CSC.
What's the difference between both? Can i revert later?
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@CVertigo1
I reflashed with the CSC file rather than the HOME_CSC file as according to your instructions in your thread (Latest G930U Firmware) and it worked perfectly fine!
KNOX is still at 0x0 and warranty void is fine.
( https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s7/how-to/g930u-firmware-pl2-g930v-success-t3558214 )
No bloat, amazingly fast, and some features i like are present. I'll report back to your thread on the battery life when i get more time with it.
I appreciate your patience.
(Will post screenshots later).
Home_CSC doesn't wipe user data, which causes issues when swapping firmware. That's what caused your bootloop.
Followed this, today, was sick and tired of the damn Verizon bloat slowing the phone down.
The phone runs faster - notably faster.
After installing the SIM, the phone returns, "Your device will restart to configure features supported by the new SIM card."
And then" It's useless. If I hard-power reset it, and take out the SIM, it's viable - it's just useless otherwise.
Phone is a G930V, flashed to G930U.
Any Suggestions? The phone is *NOT* rooted, so I can't easily take out or rename the AutoPreconfig.apk package.. Argh.
Will I get the android nougat update on this ROM?
Just converted G930V to G930U, all 100% working here in the UK. Fully debranded and no verizon warning about sim change. perfect
Mind telling me what thread you used to find the latest firmware? This forum for the phone is so rarely used anymore, it's hard to tell what info to go even go on anymore.
Is PL2 the latest for 930U? I'm VZW but US, not UK

Problem with my G935A

Hi, I got a S7 Edge SM-G935A from AT&T at the end of December.
That same night I tried to root my phone(i got a bootloop), and I didn't know the bootloader was locked.
So I re-flashed a SM-G935U rom, but I would like to go back to the basic one in order to get a new start(SM-G935A), without root and nothing.
Knowing that I have a problem connecting to the wifi, maybe because of the rom that doesn't match.
And also i dont have samsung updates, i'd like to have the latest one im currently on 7.0.
If someone could help me to get my phone with original firmware, I'd be grateful.
Ok, first off, you can run any US/Qualcomm variant software on your device. Unless you just have a hankering for AT&T firmware, the U firmware will work just fine. Either way, find a full copy of either A or U firmware and ODIN it down, and you will essentially factory reset your device in the process.
There are links to both in this forum. I personally prefer U because it is faster and less bogged down with carrier crap, but if you are an AT&T customer, there are decent enough reasons to stick with A.
NOTE: you may need to use Prince Comsy's ODIN tool if you get a mismatch error. Unfortunately, there is no universal ODIN tool, but as a general rule, if you are CHANGING variants you need Prince's. If you are writing over the same version, you need the official.
jshamlet said:
Ok, first off, you can run any US/Qualcomm variant software on your device. Unless you just have a hankering for AT&T firmware, the U firmware will work just fine. Either way, find a full copy of either A or U firmware and ODIN it down, and you will essentially factory reset your device in the process.
There are links to both in this forum. I personally prefer U because it is faster and less bogged down with carrier crap, but if you are an AT&T customer, there are decent enough reasons to stick with A.
NOTE: you may need to use Prince Comsy's ODIN tool if you get a mismatch error. Unfortunately, there is no universal ODIN tool, but as a general rule, if you are CHANGING variants you need Prince's. If you are writing over the same version, you need the official.
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Im not living in the USA and AT&T doesnt exist where i live, but sometime i have a issue with my wifi "internet may not be available" is because of the rom?
Leqz said:
Im not living in the USA and AT&T doesnt exist where i live, but sometime i have a issue with my wifi "internet may not be available" is because of the rom?
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Then this is easy. Go download the U firmware and use Prince's ODIN to convert it to a G935U. If you aren't on an AT&T network there is zero reason to keep your device on A firmware, starting with the fact that you will never get updates. (AT&T firmware will only update if you have an AT&T SIM installed.)
jshamlet said:
Then this is easy. Go download the U firmware and use Prince's ODIN to convert it to a G935U. If you aren't on an AT&T network there is zero reason to keep your device on A firmware, starting with the fact that you will never get updates. (AT&T firmware will only update if you have an AT&T SIM installed.)
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Only add-on is to perform this from a Windows 7 pc and not 10. Prince kept crashing on 10 and worked fine on 7.

G981U and G981U1 Firmware Links and Flashing Discussion Here

For those who aren't already aware, G981U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the S20. The G981U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I pay for a subscription to a site that gets the official releases (usually) before they hit SamFirm/Frija, so that's where my files come from. However, I don't have unlimited bandwidth on the site, and it's also quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single Sx and Note x model - so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit SamFirm/Frija.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=305577
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=305578
(Quebec tends to be the fastest download mirror, if it gives you that option)
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading to an S20, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T (and Cricket, if they get this model). I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in SamFirm/Frija:
AIO = Cricket (not available via SamFirm/Frija)
ATT = AT&T (not available via SamFirm/Frija)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
SPR = Sprint
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via SamFirm/Frija, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
- the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another is:
1. Flash full U1 firmware package including non HOME CSC
2. Upon boot, insert a SIM of the carrier whose firmware you want
3. Watch for the popup that says "reboot to apply new carrier settings" etc, and do it
4. After that restart completes, reboot back to Download mode and flash the full U firmware package, with the USERDATA file of the carrier whose firmware you want
Pre-release notes:
1. I do not have one of these and do not plan to acquire one, so I have no idea if anything can actually be flashed at this moment - I'm just providing the firmware. Like all other models, I'm assuming patched Odin is needed for this, but it wouldn't surprise me if a new version is needed for this specific device. There's only one way to know though, so as soon as someone gets their hands on one and can try this, please let us know.
2. I don't know if using the HOME CSC will actually save data. I don't get access to that file straight from the source - I have to decompile the regular CSC, remove the parts that initiate the factory reset, and then re-compile it. Based on the S10 and Note 10, I've done what I think will avoid a factory reset. But the S20 has some new partitions, so we won't know for sure until someone tests it. So if you're willing to be that guinea pig, you're responsible for taking proper steps to avoid an FRP lock, make sure your data is backed up, etc
So I flashed with Odin with my unlocked from Samsung U1 firmware to the T-Mobile U firmware because I wanted the advanced messaging. Only issue in the beginning was not using the patched Odin, but once I did, no problems.
Tools:
Downloaded from this previous thread, post #2, with Modified Odin and Samsung Drivers https://forum.xda-developers.com/s10-plus/how-to/sm-g975u-firmware-downloads-tmo-spr-att-t3908657
Since it's been awhile since I've done flashing or Odin, I followed this basic guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/s10-plus/how-to/guide-g975f-flashing-megathread-faqs-t3936704
Of note, only needed the files from the TAW folder only, did not need the T-Mobile specific U firmware as resetting the phone with a T-mobile sim automatically loaded it.
My quick rundown:
1)Extract the G981U_TAW firmware file you just downloaded. You should get 5 files:
AP (System & Recovery)
BL (Bootloader)
CP (Modem / Radio)
CSC_OXM (OXM CSC file, will wipe your phone)
HOME_CSC_OXM (OXM CSC file, will NOT wipe your phone)
2.)In Modified Odin I added each file to it's respective slot EXCEPT for HOME_CSC as I wanted to do a clean factory reset
3) Put the S20 in Download/ Odin mode. 2 different ways as outlined here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPSWEL6-gWg&t=8s
4) Once the phone was detected in the COM port number in Odin, I clicked the start button and waited til Odin said "PASS". One thing I noticed was the phone didn't reboot all the way automatically, it actually went into recovery mode and I ended up having to do a factory reset through there because at first it would bootloop and take me back into recovery mode, but after doing a factory reset in recovery mode it restarted just fine with the T-mobile firmware along with the t-mobile apps and advanced messaging working as it should be.
I want to flash my unlocked samsung s20 so I can use the ATT Volte and wifi calling but will rom eventually get released
jameslee2 said:
I want to flash my unlocked samsung s20 so I can use the ATT Volte and wifi calling but will rom eventually get released
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If you're saying that you want AT&T apps and bloatware and features, then all the files that you need are already linked in the OP
I'm worried that I already know the answer, but i'm asking it anyways. I'm currently on a SM-G981N (South Korean version), which is a Snapdragon865 phone. I'm wondering if I can change my firmware to the SM-G981U version to get rid of the bloatware on my phone. For what I read for other phone's this wouldn't work. Perhaps I should start looking for an unbloated SM-G981N rom? Thanks!
tijsva said:
I'm worried that I already know the answer, but i'm asking it anyways. I'm currently on a SM-G981N (South Korean version), which is a Snapdragon865 phone. I'm wondering if I can change my firmware to the SM-G981U version to get rid of the bloatware on my phone. For what I read for other phone's this wouldn't work. Perhaps I should start looking for an unbloated SM-G981N rom? Thanks!
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I'm assuming the flash would fail. But there's only one way to know for sure
I'll first try an unbloated korean firmware, until I'll find out if crossflashing between different region phones is safe and working...
tijsva said:
I'll first try an unbloated korean firmware, until I'll find out if crossflashing between different region phones is safe and working...
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Is the a recovery for sm-g981u?
Sent from my SM-G981U using Tapatalk
Bee101 said:
Is the a recovery for sm-g981u?
Sent from my SM-G981U using Tapatalk
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I don't understand what you're asking
Tried to flash the unbloated (my assumption at least) of the Korean rom: KOO. Followed the correct steps, flashed without problems but bloatware was not removed, also bootlogo of the original carrier doesn't disappear.
@iBowToAndroid, have you tested this method yourself with the S20 series? Flashing from unlocked to carrier firmware should always work I would say, but the other way around, have you got confirmed results for the S20 series?
SM-G981U Carrier Aggregation for Europe
I have S20 SM-G981U1 that i flashed with SM-G981U with no problems but is there any way to make CA to work in Europe?
Any help will be greatly appreciated because i have way lower mobile data speed in EU with my US unlocked phone...
tijsva said:
Tried to flash the unbloated (my assumption at least) of the Korean rom: KOO. Followed the correct steps, flashed without problems but bloatware was not removed, also bootlogo of the original carrier doesn't disappear.
@iBowToAndroid, have you tested this method yourself with the S20 series? Flashing from unlocked to carrier firmware should always work I would say, but the other way around, have you got confirmed results for the S20 series?
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For U and U1 firmware, yes. You'll have to look elsewhere for discussions on Korean firmware
So you have tested flashing from (US) carrier firmware to unlocked carrier on the S20 succesfully? All bloatware and carrier bootscreens removed?
Any firmware (compatible with U1) that has CSC feature enabled for native call recording?
tijsva said:
So you have tested flashing from (US) carrier firmware to unlocked carrier on the S20 succesfully? All bloatware and carrier bootscreens removed?
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@iBowToAndroid. Have you got confirmed results that bloatware is indeed removed including boot animations when changing from a US carrier branded phone to the international firmware on the Galaxy S20? I'm starting to wonder if there have been new restrictions in the S20 series that won't allow the CSC to be modified and therefor bloatware/carrier logo's won't be removed.
tijsva said:
@iBowToAndroid. Have you got confirmed results that bloatware is indeed removed including boot animations when changing from a US carrier branded phone to the international firmware on the Galaxy S20? I'm starting to wonder if there have been new restrictions in the S20 series that won't allow the CSC to be modified and therefor bloatware/carrier logo's won't be removed.
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International firmware can't be flashed to a US model - never have been able to, never will be able to. Just because it's bloatware free doesn't make it "international". But yes, flashing the U1 firmware package removes all of the bloatware - it's been that way ever since the S7
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International firmware can't be flashed to a US model - never have been able to, never will be able to. Just because it's bloatware free doesn't make it "international". But yes, flashing the U1 firmware package removes all of the bloatware - it's been that way ever since the S7
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Sorry, typo, should have been "unlocked" firmware.
You still haven't answered my question though Have you got confirmed results? Proof? I see you had good results for the S10 series, but so far I can't seem to find similar results for the S20 series.
dtothesquare said:
So I flashed with Odin with my unlocked from Samsung U1 firmware to the T-Mobile U firmware because I wanted the advanced messaging. Only issue in the beginning was not using the patched Odin, but once I did, no problems.
Tools:
Downloaded from this previous thread, post #2, with Modified Odin and Samsung Drivers https://forum.xda-developers.com/s10-plus/how-to/sm-g975u-firmware-downloads-tmo-spr-att-t3908657
Since it's been awhile since I've done flashing or Odin, I followed this basic guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/s10-plus/how-to/guide-g975f-flashing-megathread-faqs-t3936704
Of note, only needed the files from the TAW folder only, did not need the T-Mobile specific U firmware as resetting the phone with a T-mobile sim automatically loaded it.
My quick rundown:
1)Extract the G981U_TAW firmware file you just downloaded. You should get 5 files:
AP (System & Recovery)
BL (Bootloader)
CP (Modem / Radio)
CSC_OXM (OXM CSC file, will wipe your phone)
HOME_CSC_OXM (OXM CSC file, will NOT wipe your phone)
2.)In Modified Odin I added each file to it's respective slot EXCEPT for HOME_CSC as I wanted to do a clean factory reset
3) Put the S20 in Download/ Odin mode. 2 different ways as outlined here
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4) Once the phone was detected in the COM port number in Odin, I clicked the start button and waited til Odin said "PASS". One thing I noticed was the phone didn't reboot all the way automatically, it actually went into recovery mode and I ended up having to do a factory reset through there because at first it would bootloop and take me back into recovery mode, but after doing a factory reset in recovery mode it restarted just fine with the T-mobile firmware along with the t-mobile apps and advanced messaging working as it should be.
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i got advanced messaging by just inserting a T-Mobile SIM into my unlocked s20, it restarted the phone and i even have the wifi calling too
tijsva said:
Sorry, typo, should have been "unlocked" firmware.
You still haven't answered my question though Have you got confirmed results? Proof? I see you had good results for the S10 series, but so far I can't seem to find similar results for the S20 series.
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The proof is already here in the thread. Many users have already done it

s5e T727A AT&T unlocked - won't flash on ODIN

Hi All,
Hate to be the newbie here but having trouble flashing a new ROM on my unlocked AT&T s5e T727a.
I followed the instructions for Odin and tried flashing the latest ROM, believe the carrier was for Turkey from Sammobile.
It won't setup a connection and tried the following:
1. Different ROMs
2. Two different computers
3. Different USB ports and cables
4. Different Odin versions
5. Did a reset for the tablet (tried again and same issue)
6. Tried the 4 file approach and the single AP file approach
I'm baffled at this point and can't get passed the setup connection. Goes without saying main reason doing this is I live overseas, don't have an AT&T sim and not getting updates.
I took it to the Samsung dealer here and they said they won't flash it with an official ROM for me which was disappointing.
It's safe to say I've gone through most threads on this, watched the YouTube videos and so on. Nothing works and never had this problem on other tablets before.
Thanks
I have new SM-T727A outsite the US, want to flash other rom to del Att block and i found this thread.
Maybe late for you but can have someone next.
Find and download rom USC SM-T7274R (US Cellular unlock).
Unzip and flash via Odin Patched (must be Odin Patched).
Then you will have almost full unlocked Att tablet ( no bloatware, no Att account anymore, and FOTA update )
But still cant use native call or sms like international version.
I think there's a typo in the previous comment, I could not find that ROM. What I ended up doing is downloading the SM-T727U ROM via Frija (CSC: USC) and flashing with Odin3 v3.14.1_3B_PatcheD.
The tablet got stuck on the Samsung logo but booted without issues after wiping the cache partition and doing a factory reset. (power + volume down to reboot / then power +volume up to get to recovery).
I now have Android 11 and no more AT&T junk anywhere.
Tablet recognizes a non-activated SIM card that I've put in (Virgin Canada) so I guess the LTE part works too.
Cheers!
Zachis said:
I think there's a typo in the previous comment, I could not find that ROM. What I ended up doing is downloading the SM-T727U ROM via Frija (CSC: USC) and flashing with Odin3 v3.14.1_3B_PatcheD.
The tablet got stuck on the Samsung logo but booted without issues after wiping the cache partition and doing a factory reset. (power + volume down to reboot / then power +volume up to get to recovery).
I now have Android 11 and no more AT&T junk anywhere.
Tablet recognizes a non-activated SIM card that I've put in (Virgin Canada) so I guess the LTE part works too.
Cheers!
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CSC: USC still is US carrier rom. I tried flash SM-T727U CSC:XXA . Its full unlocked rom for US version.
Now my ATT tab (T727A) working like global version.
dangtoi1993 said:
CSC: USC still is US carrier rom. I tried flash SM-T727U CSC:XXA . Its full unlocked rom for US version.
Now my ATT tab (T727A) working like global version.
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I can't find XXA. Do you mean XAA?
Zachis said:
I can't find XXA. Do you mean XAA?
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Sorry my mistake, exactly XAA.

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