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[Q] Carrier Firmware

I recently re-installed the stock firmware on my Galaxy S4, because I wanted to get the newest version, which I previously couldn't as I was rooted. And I noticed when It booted, it now has a Carrier logo of THREE on the boot screen. Was this added in 4.4.2? I could only find carrier versions of the firmware online, and no others, so I picked my carrier. If there is any online that are not linked to a carrier could I get a link please?
GT-I9505 - Is the model

Jammi Doger said:
I recently re-installed the stock firmware on my Galaxy S4, because I wanted to get the newest version, which I previously couldn't as I was rooted. And I noticed when It booted, it now has a Carrier logo of THREE on the boot screen. Was this added in 4.4.2? I could only find carrier versions of the firmware online, and no others, so I picked my carrier. If there is any online that are not linked to a carrier could I get a link please?
GT-I9505 - Is the model
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yeah of course, all you gotta do is download the correct firmware through sammobile.com. just select your country with no carrier

Poroto said:
yeah of course, all you gotta do is download the correct firmware through sammobile.com. just select your country with no carrier
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Is that the 'BTU' version?

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1. Conect it to Kies 3 and verify your CSC like in pic attached below.
2. Knowing your CSC you can go to Sammobile.com and download the correct firmware for ur phone. The firmware will be without carrier logos if your phone is unlocked.
3. Tell me your CSC if u are confused and i will help telling you the correct firmware for ur device

G977U models Retail Stock Firmware Links Here

So it seems like Samsung has really switched things up here, with the 5G model. I haven't seen any mention of a U1 model, so I would not expect that to be a thing here in the US - at least not yet. The Verizon and AT&T model are both G977U, G977T is T-Mobile, and G977P is the Sprint model. Firmware packages are comprised of the 4 base files plus a USERDATA.
It appears that even though AT&T and Verizon are both U models, they will each be getting their own distinct updates. For example, we have G977UUCU1ASEM for AT&T but G977UVRU1ASE8 for Verizon. The CSC file names also specifically have "ATT" and "VZW" in them. AT&T and Verizon firmwares have confirmed to be interchangeable (as long as you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader) but you cannot cross flash between anything with different model numbers.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware, I recommend you consult one of the "beginner's" posts/threads - there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=292071
Notes:
- Don't quote the OP when you reply, kthx
- I compress 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
- I pay for a subscription to a site that gets beta builds and also sometimes gets the official releases 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. The latest versions of Verizon (manual entry required), Sprint, and T-Mobile firmware can always be downloaded at any time, using SamFirm/Frija. So I won't be adding any of those firmwares to my AFH folders, unless I get early access to them, before they hit SamFirm/Frija. I will be adding at least one version per bootloader increment for AT&T firmware, since their files are never available on SamFirm/Frija. If you want an AT&T version that's not already uploaded, or a Verizon/Sprint/T-Mobile version other than whatever the latest is, let me know and I'll see what I can do.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other one will wipe data. Also, flashing the USERDATA file will wipe your data. USERDATA is only needing if converting between AT&T and Verizon firmwares. If you're just looking to manually update from an older version, then you can skip the USERDATA file (but I'd still recommend flashing it if you don't care if your phone gets wiped).
**it has been discovered that, like most of the rest of AT&T Samsung models (true U models excluded), the AT&T AP tars have a small "userdata" partition in them that will also initiate a wipe, during the flash. So for bootloader 2 AT&T firmwares and higher, I'll also include a "no-wipe" AP tar that has that partition removed, for those who are looking to manually update from an older AT&T version without losing their data. Flash that, along with BL, CP, and HOME CSC in order to retain your data and not have a factory reset performed.
- My naming method for AFH folders 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. And each folder will have a designation showing whether it's an AT&T or Verizon build, instead of having separate folders for all of each carrier's builds

Firmware is now listed on SamFirm. Like almost all Verizon phones, manual entry for the 3 fields is required in order to find/download it

Could I use this to flash a unlocked version per say. To get rid of the Verizon bloat and add back the stock Samsung system
Like how the U1 would be if it were made?

Darktorn said:
Could I use this to flash a unlocked version per say. To get rid of the Verizon bloat and add back the stock Samsung system
Like how the U1 would be if it were made?
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Nope. Flashing it is just gonna give you the exact same thing that you have now

iBowToAndroid said:
Nope. Flashing it is just gonna give you the exact same thing that you have now
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Ah damn. So I would have to wait for the elusive unlocked model. Thank you anyway .
I miss my Samsung caller ID and Samsung cloud from my unlocked s10+

can u please put the verizon USA version if available? s10plus5G

88santee said:
can u please put the verizon USA version if available? s10plus5G
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It's already there, linked in the OP. You can also get it from SamFirm any time that you want

can i flash it on my G977N (korea version) ?

hoangtu2410 said:
can i flash it on my G977N (korea version) ?
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I don't know. Try it and see what happens

iBowToAndroid said:
I don't know. Try it and see what happens
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my device can be brick if it fail or not ?

hoangtu2410 said:
my device can be brick if it fail or not ?
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I have no idea. Anything that you do, you do at your own risk

Is anyone have access to BTU or XEU for SM-G977B please?

Damian said:
Is anyone have access to BTU or XEU for SM-G977B please?
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No, because those providers don't sell that model. EE is the only one that does, so EVR is the only region for which G977B files exist

Vodafone and UK Samsung is selling them already. I have my S10 5G from Vodafone UK.
Wysłane z mojego SM-G977B przy użyciu Tapatalka

Links for AT&T (U model) and Sprint (P model) firmware have been added

iBowToAndroid said:
No, because those providers don't sell that model. EE is the only one that does, so EVR is the only region for which G977B files exist
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about G977B UK CSC
in G977BOBE : BTB BTE EVR - UK ( BT Mobile ) - United Kingdom (T-Mobile UK,Orange UK)
in G977BOVF : VOD - United Kingdom (vodafone)
in G977FOXM : CPW - United Kingdom (Carphone Warehouse)
regards

good news samsung whent back to old days firmware is cross-flashable like on the s7/edge.. i flashed my g977u vzw with att firmware and its all att now ATT/ATT/VZW

juvemex said:
good news samsung whent back to old days firmware is cross-flashable like on the s7/edge.. i flashed my g977u vzw with att firmware and its all att now ATT/ATT/VZW
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Old days? Lol. It's always been that way, ever since that S7 - that was the first device that had that capability. And all flagships have been that way since. Good to know that it works though

Did you flash the att with Odin? Or how? They're all zip files packed in the main zip file

Mklubertanz said:
Did you flash the att with Odin? Or how? They're all zip files packed in the main zip file
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No, they're not zip files packed within a zip. Odin files are in .tar format. So they're tar files, packed within a zip.

[HELP] G950U confusion

I recently bought a used S8 from a friend, it's all great and I am liking it so far but I wanted to root it and install a custom rom on it, or flash the stock One UI rom at least.
So I was looking around and see which carrier phone it is, since I am not in US so it didn't matter to me
I went into Download Mode and the carrier there says TMB but if I search the baseband version (G950USQS5CRF5) on the google, it says its Verizon, so I am confused that which carrier version is my phone exactly.
and can I just flash the stock One UI rom (for TMobile) ignoring the version that I have.
Sorry if I posted in the wrong section.

RRRb50 said:
I recently bought a used S8 from a friend, it's all great and I am liking it so far but I wanted to root it and install a custom rom on it, or flash the stock One UI rom at least.
So I was looking around and see which carrier phone it is, since I am not in US so it didn't matter to me
I went into Download Mode and the carrier there says TMB but if I search the baseband version (G950USQS5CRF5) on the google, it says its Verizon, so I am confused that which carrier version is my phone exactly.
and can I just flash the stock One UI rom (for TMobile) ignoring the version that I have.
Sorry if I posted in the wrong section.
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Carrier don't matter all US are the same. Look up and read jrkruse edl rev 5 safestrap. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8+/development/root-t3909782

TheMadScientist said:
Carrier don't matter all US are the same. Look up and read jrkruse edl rev 5 safestrap. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8+/development/root-t3909782
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So can I just download the official Pie rom that is for TMobile and install it?
Or do I have to use this method that you sent before flashing any rom even if its stock?

RRRb50 said:
So can I just download the official Pie rom that is for TMobile and install it?
Or do I have to use this method that you sent before flashing any rom even if its stock?
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No put your tmobile sim in and it should auto select its own csc which is for carrier selection and reboot. If not download the latest firmware from sammobile and select the tmobile one and flash.
These devices are awesome at selecting on their own. My wife's rebooted and installed verizons csc all on it's own
Should be a screen says new sim inserted please restart to use

TheMadScientist said:
No put your tmobile sim in and it should auto select its own csc which is for carrier selection and reboot. If not download the latest firmware from sammobile and select the tmobile one and flash.
These devices are awesome at selecting on their own. My wife's rebooted and installed verizons csc all on it's own
Should be a screen says new sim inserted please restart to use
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Okay, thanks a lot man.

RRRb50 said:
Okay, thanks a lot man.
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There is a multi csc file you can flash in odin that bassicly selects itself upon new sim insertion

upgrade firmware s8 g950u

does anyone know medel firmware like this?

rizal411 said:
does anyone know medel firmware like this?
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Your post makes no sense. You're asking about a950u which is us model. Your pic is of a 950f European model.

TheMadScientist said:
Your post makes no sense. You're asking about a950u which is us model. Your pic is of a 950f European model.
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yes , it's realy , and on pcb write g950u i am confusing to select firmware , sory my english is bad

TheMadScientist said:
Your post makes no sense. You're asking about a950u which is us model. Your pic is of a 950f European model.
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yes, but that's the fact, on the pcb it says g950u, and the chipset is detected on PC qualcom, but the cellphone information says g950f and when dial * # 1234 # shows the results like this

but if I use the dial code * # 12580 * 369 # it will address the results like this

then when I use the 'phone info' application the results are like this

So its a950 u. With 950f stuff on it. Probably unlocked and setup to run on a international carrier. The bootloader version of the important one. And what i would go off of

and this test results from 'miracle thunder' addressed the results as shown below

like this

I blinked using the G950u and G950u1 all failed, luckily my cellphone didn't bootloop,

TheMadScientist said:
So its a950 u. With 950f stuff on it. Probably unlocked and setup to run on a international carrier. The bootloader version of the important one. And what i would go off of
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so it's best if I want to upgrade to the latest firmware but don't make this phone back washed, how to do it, and what should I do

I tried to flash using the G950U SQU2CRB 9 oreo firmware, but it failed, so which should I use which firmware to upgrade?

rizal411 said:
I tried to flash using the G950U SQU2CRB 9 oreo firmware, but it failed, so which should I use which firmware to upgrade?
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I dont really know. Some one had it customized to a non us carrier. So other than downloading the latest firmware you can find on sam mobile and try but it may mess with what ever carrier its setup to use

TheMadScientist said:
I dont really know. Some one had it customized to a non us carrier. So other than downloading the latest firmware you can find on sam mobile and try but it may mess with what ever carrier its setup to use
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Thank you all, now I am grateful to upgrade to Android Pie, apparently, I have to use Odin version 3.1.3

G986U and G986U1 Firmware Links and Flashing Discussion Here

For those who aren't already aware, G986U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the S20+. The G986U1 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. 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=305579
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=305580
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- 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

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
It's been confirmed that Odin 3.14.1 Patched is needed for flashing S20s - https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/patched-odin-3-13-1-t3762572
H/T @clabern
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

What are TAW and TAY

Vats12 said:
What are TAW and TAY
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That's explained in the OP

Odin fail
Couldn't get odin to work, probably needs an update, tried 3.14.4 and custom. either freezes at setupconnection, or says write failed.

iBowToAndroid said:
That's explained in the OP
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I want to know who is TAW/TAY? like SPR is Sprint, VZW is Verizon...
I didn't find this information on the internet or maybe I am not searching with the right keyword.

luminaire117 said:
Couldn't get odin to work, probably needs an update, tried 3.14.4 and custom. either freezes at setupconnection, or says write failed.
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Freezing at SetupConnection can be a USB issue. Try again with a different port, different cable, or different PC
Vats12 said:
I want to know who is TAW/TAY? like SPR is Sprint, VZW is Verizon...
I didn't find this information on the internet or maybe I am not searching with the right keyword.
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TAW/TAY are not carrier CSC codes. As I already stated, the explanation for what TAW/TAY is is given in the OP

Just wanted to let folks know I had to use this patched Odin (3.14.1_3B) in order to flash unlocked (U1) firmware on my Verizon S20+. Pulled the most recent firmware from Sammobile and flashed it successfully.

clabern said:
Just wanted to let folks know I had to use this patched Odin (3.14.1_3B) in order to flash unlocked (U1) firmware on my Verizon S20+. Pulled the most recent firmware from Sammobile and flashed it successfully.
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Sweet, good to know - thanks!

maybe i am misreading the OP but can the stock firmware be used to go from t-mobile to stock?

danon.brown said:
maybe i am misreading the OP but can the stock firmware be used to go from t-mobile to stock?
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Yes, if by "stock" you mean "factory unlocked" aka U1.

clabern said:
Just wanted to let folks know I had to use this patched Odin (3.14.1_3B) in order to flash unlocked (U1) firmware on my Verizon S20+. Pulled the most recent firmware from Sammobile and flashed it successfully.
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It has been a while since i looked into flashing. I want to do the same (have an s20+ verizon) I want factory unlocked software . On sam mobile , everything looks like it has a carrier attached even looking up U1 model. Which did you pick?

iHTC said:
It has been a while since i looked into flashing. I want to do the same (have an s20+ verizon) I want factory unlocked software . On sam mobile , everything looks like it has a carrier attached even looking up U1 model. Which did you pick?
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You want product code "XAA". So it should be this one.

clabern said:
You want product code "XAA". So it should be this one.
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that's what I figured. Any difference going to sam mobile vs the one in the original post here, I assume both are current this early on in the game. Thanks for your help!

iHTC said:
that's what I figured. Any difference going to sam mobile vs the one in the original post here, I assume both are current this early on in the game. Thanks for your help!
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The one from Sammobile is more current, there was an update soon after launch. You can compare the build number to that of the software on your phone.

Anybody else flash the VZW userdata and still end up with Tmo branding, bloat, and boot animation?

finshan said:
Anybody else flash the VZW userdata and still end up with Tmo branding, bloat, and boot animation?
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If you didn't follow the steps in the OP correctly, then yes, you can very possibly end up with the same bloat as before

Ok. So I guess the one place I'm struggling, from a not implemented, but understanding standpoint is that the instructions show how to go to carrier branded versions, but if I just want the U1 firmware, do I need to follow through with the other portion, the second flashing that happens, or can I just run the unbranded one?

halcyon77 said:
Ok. So I guess the one place I'm struggling, from a not implemented, but understanding standpoint is that the instructions show how to go to carrier branded versions, but if I just want the U1 firmware, do I need to follow through with the other portion, the second flashing that happens, or can I just run the unbranded one?
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Just flash U1 - nothing else

Thank you for this. I was able to flash from Tmobile to the U1 firmware with a virtual machine.