Android Pay in the US using an international SM-G935FD - Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers

I have a stock (no root/nothing custom) SM-G935FD (dual sim edge) that I use with a single AT&T postpaid sim in the USA. I never had issues activating android pay unless the phone was rooted using a credit card with a US address. Now anytime I try to add a credit card on android pay, I get the error message that android pay cannot verify the integrity (or maybe compatibility, cannot remember the exact error message) of my current rom and doesn't let me activate. I know I used to get the error message on the rooted phones but all stock (no knox tripped etc) phone shouldn't give this message right? Btw, I tried this with stock UK and Arab Emirates roms (the latter is the original rom that came with it). There is no US based stock rom for this variant.

Seems like there is some sort of root maybe? Not sure but I've only seen that happen when there is root. I have root and Android pay and it works. Of course I set it up before I rooted the device.
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no root at all. Stock rom refreshed from smart switch just to make sure it is OK. That's why it is so random.

Is your display set to "Condensed?"
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Rydah805 said:
Is your display set to "Condensed?"
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Yes, it was. I can't believe that this was the issue. After going back to normal, the card added just fine. I will give it a try at whole foods to see whether it will go through and let you guys know.
Thanks. That's why I love Xda forums. There are definitely some knowledgeable people around

onurd said:
Yes, it was. I can't believe that this was the issue. After going back to normal, the card added just fine. I will give it a try at whole foods to see whether it will go through and let you guys know.
Thanks. That's why I love Xda forums. There are definitely some knowledgeable people around
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I don't really use Android Pay now that I have Samsung Pay, but I remember for giggles I tried to setup AP and got the same thing. Took a few days but yeah, wish Sammy would fix that... then again, the display scaling feature is hidden on my device.
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Rydah805 said:
I don't really use Android Pay now that I have Samsung Pay, but I remember for giggles I tried to setup AP and got the same thing. Took a few days but yeah, wish Sammy would fix that... then again, the display scaling feature is hidden on my device.
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I assume you have a US S7 Edge to be able to use Samsung Pay, am I correct?

onurd said:
I assume you have a US S7 Edge to be able to use Samsung Pay, am I correct?
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Yes, but I believe there are certain CSC's that support it.
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Rydah805 said:
Yes, but I believe there are certain CSC's that support it.
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Which CSC's? I tried BTU (which is UK) and the original AFG with no luck. I don't think you can combine the AP file from a G935F with a CSC file from a G935T/A/V? Can you?

onurd said:
Which CSC's? I tried BTU (which is UK) and the original AFG with no luck. I don't think you can combine the AP file from a G935F with a CSC file from a G935T/A/V? Can you?
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Think Canada (or maybe near future...?) and Singapore?
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Samsung Pay on G930F / G935F (International Variant)

Hi, anybody got Samsung Pay working on the International Variant of the S7 / S7 Edge (G930F / G935F) in USA.
I flashed mine with UK firmware:- PDA (G935FXXU1APB4), CSC (G935FVIR1APB3)
Sideloaded :-
Samsung Pay Framework 2.1.06 (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsun...ng-pay-framework-2-1-06-android-apk-download/)
Samsung Pay 1.7.04 (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsun...ease/samsung-pay-1-7-04-android-apk-download/)
But I get this message :- "Failed to connect to server. Try again later."
Google Play says :- "This app is incompatible with all of your devices." (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.spay)
Note: I am using T-mobile with my phone.
Sorry if this is a duplicate post.
Thanks
If I install both .apk files it lets me get all the way up until the add card screen and once I take a picture it just infinitely loads.
Edit: I got past that by going into settings and giving Samsung Pay and Samsung Pay Framework all permissions asked. When I get to the screen where it's validating the card after the TOA it just gives me the server error.
Also if I try to use my fingerprint it just takes me back to the pin option screen, I can't proceed unless I use a pin
Note: I am using an AT&T MVNO (cricket)
It's not out yet in the UK and no card issuer currently supports it, it won't work until then.
So even though I am in US, I cannot use Samsung Pay.
I am feeling a little bit restricted here Samsung, as far as I knew, Samsung was not Apple. But now, its hard to say.
Zyxxeil said:
If I install both .apk files it lets me get all the way up until the add card screen and once I take a picture it just infinitely loads.
Edit: I got past that by going into settings and giving Samsung Pay and Samsung Pay Framework all permissions asked. When I get to the screen where it's validating the card after the TOA it just gives me the server error.
Also if I try to use my fingerprint it just takes me back to the pin option screen, I can't proceed unless I use a pin
Note: I am using an AT&T MVNO (cricket)
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Are you using international variant of S7
Yes
Yeah that's what I though. Wait until Samsung pay releases in the UK and then add my cards after. But it's sucks. It shouldn't be firmware attached. Oh Samsung.. Now debating if I should wait or just root and enjoy a rooted s7 edge
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For me, Samsung Pay is worth the wait
So I was about to buy an international Galaxy S7 Edge G935F to use with my AT&T line... but after checking here and there I couldn't find an answer for the Samsung Pay..even the customer support for the Samsung Pay said that they are only trained to answer questions for US vairants S7 only but they told me I can try install the app and see if it will work or not as it still only support in the US only, but they mentioned an update to come later but to certain markets..my biggest fear is that if it didn't reach the international version at all!!
osmosizzz said:
Yeah that's what I though. Wait until Samsung pay releases in the UK and then add my cards after. But it's sucks. It shouldn't be firmware attached. Oh Samsung.. Now debating if I should wait or just root and enjoy a rooted s7 edge
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I remember people saying this exact same thing with the international S6... and those people are still waiting LOL.
Root your device, I highly doubt samsung pay will be coming anytime soon.
Yes it sucks but you can still use Android pay in US.. That is widely supported by banks!!
Goronok said:
I remember people saying this exact same thing with the international S6... and those people are still waiting LOL.
Root your device, I highly doubt samsung pay will be coming anytime soon.
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That's what I'm thinking Yeah.
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mikereyes01 said:
Yes it sucks but you can still use Android pay in US.. That is widely supported by banks!!
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Yeah I can true. So fixated in Samsung pay, I forgot about android pay. I guess that's something
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Same issue here - no Samsung Pay on SMg935f
I've searched multiple forums and looks like we have to wait for an international firmware that Samsung opens up Pay on. Sigh
Flash tmobile firmware
Out of curiosity, would it be possible to flash the tmobile official firmware on an international s7 edge and be able to use samsung pay?
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Out of curiosity, would it be possible to flash the tmobile official firmware on an international s7 edge and be able to use samsung pay?
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No. The tmobile firmware has the snapdragon variant. We have the exynos. And even so, without root, Odin most likely wouldn't let us flash the tmobile firmware on an international device. US carriers think their versions of the phones firmware is sacred. Wish Samsung used it's size and just went the apple way. One variant, all carriers. One software the model no matter where it's sold
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No. The tmobile firmware has the snapdragon variant. We have the exynos. And even so, without root, Odin most likely wouldn't let us flash the tmobile firmware on an international device. US carriers think their versions of the phones firmware is sacred. Wish Samsung used it's size and just went the apple way. One variant, all carriers. One software the model no matter where it's sold
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Even with root you won't be able to run the T-Mobile firmware on it. Think of it as using a whole different architecture.
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Here in Brazil it's being sold the SM-G935F model but i got mine S7 on Canada (model SM-G935W8 ) ... so i'm guessing when the service debut here i'll have to wait to be also working on Canada?
That's stupid as ****, if you ask me. God damn samsung....
And by the way, i coudln't find 1 single diference in hardware betwen the SM-G935F and the SM-G935W8, so why the hell can't I flash the internacional model G935F on my phone?
I've never used these mobile payment apps but I've been interested in trying them out. I don't have an S7 yet but Samsung Pay was one of the things I was looking forward to.
Any thoughts on how Samsung Pay would compare to Android Pay? Do I lose a lot by using Android Pay over Samsung Pay?
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I've never used these mobile payment apps but I've been interested in trying them out. I don't have an S7 yet but Samsung Pay was one of the things I was looking forward to.
Any thoughts on how Samsung Pay would compare to Android Pay? Do I lose a lot by using Android Pay over Samsung Pay?
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The only difference is that you lose the MST capability.

Unlocked international edge Samsung Pay unable to add cards

I purchased a new unlocked international S7 edge and it works well - but was missing Samsung Pay. I loaded both the latest framework and app using APK mirror.com site. The app runs and I can after some coaxing get to the part to manually load a card - but then it consistently says samsung pay failed to connect to server - try again later.
It never is able to connect - and from some reading it says this could be due to encryption of the internal memory. There is no option to decrypt the internal memory (if it is).
Is there some way to force the decryption or even to verify it is encrypted? I purchased the phone with Samsung Pay as one of things I really wanted to play around with and am at a loss .
Nomadprime said:
I purchased a new unlocked international S7 edge and it works well - but was missing Samsung Pay. I loaded both the latest framework and app using APK mirror.com site. The app runs and I can after some coaxing get to the part to manually load a card - but then it consistently says samsung pay failed to connect to server - try again later.
It never is able to connect - and from some reading it says this could be due to encryption of the internal memory. There is no option to decrypt the internal memory (if it is).
Is there some way to force the decryption or even to verify it is encrypted? I purchased the phone with Samsung Pay as one of things I really wanted to play around with and am at a loss .
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You'd have to run a firmware where pay is available. So far, we can't run any of the US firmwares because exynos vs snapdragon. All we can do is wait until it releases in the UK or Canada and then flash the respective country's firmware
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You'd have to run a firmware where pay is available. So far, we can't run any of the US firmwares because exynos vs snapdragon. All we can do is wait until it releases in the UK or Canada and then flash the respective country's firmware
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Thanks. This is the first thing I've read which makes sense to me. Let's hope they update the firmware soon - would love to try it. If you know of any rumors on timing, would love to hear it!
Nomadprime said:
Thanks. This is the first thing I've read which makes sense to me. Let's hope they update the firmware soon - would love to try it. If you know of any rumors on timing, would love to hear it!
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Heard later this year in the UK.
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samsung pay is "available" in Brazil but i cannot make it work.
They said it wont be able to use the S6 family, only s7 because they have a new technology that's mostly used here, buttt i wanted to try and see if i could use my phone (almost all machines accept nfs payments).
this was the first thing that made sense, but could it be because of that that i cannot connect my s6 edge? (just updated the app and framework)
Samsung Pay works the UAE firmware.
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samsung pay is "available" in Brazil but i cannot make it work.
They said it wont be able to use the S6 family, only s7 because they have a new technology that's mostly used here, buttt i wanted to try and see if i could use my phone (almost all machines accept nfs payments).
this was the first thing that made sense, but could it be because of that that i cannot connect my s6 edge? (just updated the app and framework)
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brazil isnt released yet, should be avaible in july

[Q] g935k/g930k anyone using a Korean s7 in the US?

Anyone been able to use the Korean S7 in the US? I'm on AT&T and want to use Samsung pay without having to be limited to no tethering on the AT&T model.
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Anyone been able to use the Korean S7 in the US? I'm on AT&T and want to use Samsung pay without having to be limited to no tethering on the AT&T model.
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I have just got Korean S7 edge and it works with AT&T besides the fact that I cannot setup Samsung Pay. It gives me a message "insert a SIM card of the country you are in".
AT&T SIM is in, so I have no idea what is the issue with it. All other stuff is working fine
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I have just got Korean S7 edge and it works with AT&T besides the fact that I cannot setup Samsung Pay. It gives me a message "insert a SIM card of the country you are in".
AT&T SIM is in, so I have no idea what is the issue with it. All other stuff is working fine
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Do you facing USSD problem? for example for checking balance *888#
mohaxs said:
Do you facing USSD problem? for example for checking balance *888#
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Didn't try it before as I have never used those codes. But to your question - I am getting an error "Undefined additional service. Contact customer center"
ighost77 said:
I have just got Korean S7 edge and it works with AT&T besides the fact that I cannot setup Samsung Pay. It gives me a message "insert a SIM card of the country you are in".
AT&T SIM is in, so I have no idea what is the issue with it. All other stuff is working fine
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Didn't try it before as I have never used those codes. But to your question - I am getting an error "Undefined additional service. Contact customer center"
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Yes, same time you get that message. Maybe your phone was branded by Olleh, right? See at booting time. Many my friends reported if any korean version phone with Olleh will be facing that problem. But if SK Telecom no problem. I dont know why. So, I wanna cross flashing using G935F firmware. But I'm so scary if bricked
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Yes, same time you get that message. Maybe your phone was branded by Olleh, right? See at booting time. Many my friends reported if any korean version phone with Olleh will be facing that problem. But if SK Telecom no problem. I dont know why. So, I wanna cross flashing using G935F firmware. But I'm so scary if bricked
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Yes my phone is Ollleh. I am not a specialist, but the more I read, more I convinced that G935F should fit.
At worst case, if bricked you can reflash Korean FW back
ighost77 said:
Yes my phone is Ollleh. I am not a specialist, but the more I read, more I convinced that G935F should fit.
At worst case, if bricked you can reflash Korean FW back
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Try first than me follow you
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Try first than me follow you
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I am not sure if I prefer to flash stock and get Samsung Pay or just root and clean the current one (or flash custom afterwards), giving up on Samsung Pay
Second option looks like less risky to me :laugh: I will take my time to think about it
Does the Korean model work on t-mobile?
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Does the Korean model work on t-mobile?
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It should work
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Why get international version

I have been looking into getting 935F in order to root it and be able to flash customer ROMs and to be able to uses titanium and TWRP for backups, etc.. With custom kernels now available, might even be able to use duel/multiboot again.
In going through the international threads, I have run into US users getting 935F's, but then getting Samsung Pay to work - which means the device cannot be rooted, as it trips KNOX. They then wish they could have other features like WiFi calling that they already had with their US 935T.
What I don't understand is why anyone would get the 935F in the US if they were not going to root it, as the locked bootloader 935T has Pay and the other features they would like on their 935F. What am I missing here?
Good question (I have a 930F that I use rooted on t-mobile). Without root, my reasons for liking it might be improved battery life and performance. Another would be the dual sim model could be useful for some purposes. The next reason might be cost (as t-mobile officially sells the 930T for $670 new while the 930FD has been on ebay for $530 new. Potentially, if the person traveled abroad, the flashable cscs or non-tmobile volte/wifi settings may work better with international carriers.
I switched over from a G935T to an F model for a few reasons, 1: Speedy'er updates (Or the ability to apply new updates from any region); 2: Option to root if I want to; 3: Identify unsaved numbers option
I managed to get Samsung Pay working. I did lose WiFi Calling (Might be able to get it back as some firmwares such as the one I'm on (AMO) has it. I also lost VoLTE. I wish I still had those two features but I never used WiFi Calling and don't browse much while on a phone call anyways, and if I do, I still get standard 4G while on a call. Thinking about it, I also lost native video calling and rich communication messaging, but those are also baked in, just haven't figured it out yet. Anyways, I basically switched for more freedom and options. There is way less bloat and it seems a bit snappier than the SD version.
Have any questions? Ask away.
Having switched from a G935T to a G935FD, I would say the two aren't even comparable in terms of performance. The FD is MUCH faster, has less bloatware, and practically never hangs or pauses. The phone is just in a different world. Add to that more than 2x the battery life, and it's not even a contest. I'd love to root and add some other features, but I find Samsung Pay more useful and practical for the time being.
And after spending some time with the FD, I'm still kinda chafed about the T version, like I got scammed, having read all kinds of great things about the S7e that were just never delivered. And then the FD exceeds all those expectations.
So there's that....
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And as for VOLTE -- I never used it, though I wouldn't mind if it was available. For wifi calling, I just have my number set to forward to a Google Voice number (also used for voicemail), and with the Hangouts Dialer, I can answer over wifi or LTE just fine when I don't receive a call or signal inside a building for some reason (which is rare).
Oh, and my download speeds are testing out at 3x what I was getting on the T version. Not sure why that is, but the speedtests don't lie. I'm getting 60+ Mbps down, 20+ up.
Tmobile version is Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820
and g935fd is Exynos 8890 Octa with dual SIM card,
I just want to ask people which version is better but now as you said like exynos 8890 is better
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Thanks for all the responses above. Waiting on possible root on 935t, but looks like may be only temporary root.
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Having switched from a G935T to a G935FD, I would say the two aren't even comparable in terms of performance. The FD is MUCH faster, has less bloatware, and practically never hangs or pauses. The phone is just in a different world. Add to that more than 2x the battery life, and it's not even a contest. I'd love to root and add some other features, but I find Samsung Pay more useful and practical for the time being.
And after spending some time with the FD, I'm still kinda chafed about the T version, like I got scammed, having read all kinds of great things about the S7e that were just never delivered. And then the FD exceeds all those expectations.
So there's that....
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And as for VOLTE -- I never used it, though I wouldn't mind if it was available. For wifi calling, I just have my number set to forward to a Google Voice number (also used for voicemail), and with the Hangouts Dialer, I can answer over wifi or LTE just fine when I don't receive a call or signal inside a building for some reason (which is rare).
Oh, and my download speeds are testing out at 3x what I was getting on the T version. Not sure why that is, but the speedtests don't lie. I'm getting 60+ Mbps down, 20+ up.
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Do you have any issue connecting to band 12?
If you don't mind, can you point me to the Samsung Pay thread for the FD?
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Do you have any issue connecting to band 12?
If you don't mind, can you point me to the Samsung Pay thread for the FD?
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Not sure about band 12. I'm in New Orleans, and I seem to be on band 4 most of the time here. Reception seems quite a bit better than my G935T, for whatever reason.
For firmware, any firmware for the G935F will work for the FD. I followed this method:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-...ernational-t3340821/post67009736#post67009736
And I updated with the most recent version in this thread, along with the Spanish CSC_HOME file, as Samsung Pay works in Spain now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/official-stock-firmware-update-odin-t3335065
Be sure to wipe the cache partition after upgrading.
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Not sure about band 12. I'm in New Orleans, and I seem to be on band 4 most of the time here. Reception seems quite a bit better than my G935T, for whatever reason.
For firmware, any firmware for the G935F will work for the FD. I followed this method:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-...ernational-t3340821/post67009736#post67009736
And I updated with the most recent version in this thread, along with the Spanish CSC_HOME file, as Samsung Pay works in Spain now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/official-stock-firmware-update-odin-t3335065
Be sure to wipe the cache partition after upgrading.
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Want to confirm that pay will only work on un-rooted 935f and fd
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My understanding is that's correct. Once the Knox counter is tripped, Samsung Pay no longer works. Flashing a stock rom appears to be OK.
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Do you have any issue connecting to band 12?
If you don't mind, can you point me to the Samsung Pay thread for the FD?
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I don't have any issues with band 12 on my 935FD. Everything seems to be exactly as my Tmo Note 4.
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KEHT said:
I don't have any issues with band 12 on my 935FD. Everything seems to be exactly as my Tmo Note 4.
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Have you tried any of the firmware that has WiFi calling and can be set up for Samsung pay?
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Have you tried any of the firmware that has WiFi calling and can be set up for Samsung pay?
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Which firmwares are those exactly? As far as I know, WiFi calling isn't available on International version and I have my Knox tripped already.
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Which firmwares are those exactly? As far as I know, WiFi calling isn't available on International version and I have my Knox tripped already.
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There is a thread in the international section for setting up Samsung Pay on different firmwares - think there were references in it to firmwares that also had WiFi calling.
Update - think it was a CSC thread instead
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My understanding is that's correct. Once the Knox counter is tripped, Samsung Pay no longer works. Flashing a stock rom appears to be OK.
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Quick question about Samsung Pay. Once you trip Knox it's unusable forever or just until you run the stock ROM again?
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Want to confirm that pay will only work on un-rooted 935f and fd
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Quick question about Samsung Pay. Once you trip Knox it's unusable forever or just until you run the stock ROM again?
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Knox is forever. If not tripped, you can go back to official firmware and it will still work.
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Knox is forever. If not tripped, you can go back to official firmware and it will still work.
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So once you trip Knox Samsung Pay is forever gone? Lol that's crazy
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naruto.ninjakid said:
So once you trip Knox Samsung Pay is forever gone? Lol that's crazy
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That is apparently why %#$=<<&& Samsung also locked the bootloader in the US. I stopped using it for that reason even before I rooted - s___ them!
That Sucks
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That is apparently why %#$=<<&& Samsung also locked the bootloader in the US. I stopped using it for that reason even before I rooted - s___ them!
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This is why I always make it a point for me to never become too dependent upon something. Same thing with investing so much into a service where you can’t go without it. Eventually they will do something you don't like and you will have no choice but to accept what they want. I know root and android pay didn't mix so I won’t bother with Samsung pay either. I find it faster to pull out my wallet anyway or I prefer to pay with cash. Than to pull out my phone, login and start fiddling with it to pay. I'm looking to get a Note 7 and the only thing I hope is that the Iris scanner won’t be disabled when I root and Knox is voided. Other than that I never used knox for anything.
Samsung pay may play a reason in why Samsung Locked bootloaders in the US but i also think carriers are to blame. We know Verizon and AT&T do it for money and there business users and now T-Mobile has started. Even though T-Mobile claims it was Samsung i think they did it to stop people from tethering and hiding it using root. Remember they had wrote that article making rooters seem nefarious and stealing data lol. This could have played a role in them now locking their bootloaders to prevent root in my opinion.

New To Andriod

Hey guys,
I am currently an iPhone user since day one. I guess I am getting tired of waiting for a jailbreak and waiting on developers to update their tweaks so I want to move to an S7.
I been looking on Craigslist for a S7 and I see a bunch of AT&T phones but I am on Verizon. I know both carriers are different from one another using different bands but can I use an ATT phone on a Verizon network if it's unlocked? I was told by Verizon that I can but someone else said I can't.
I am just curious to see if the S7 is all band compatible?
I don't want to spend $700 and not be able to use it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
JoeFromSFO said:
Hey guys,
I am currently an iPhone user since day one. I guess I am getting tired of waiting for a jailbreak and waiting on developers to update their tweaks so I want to move to an S7.
I been looking on Craigslist for a S7 and I see a bunch of AT&T phones but I am on Verizon. I know both carriers are different from one another using different bands but can I use an ATT phone on a Verizon network if it's unlocked? I was told by Verizon that I can but someone else said I can't.
I am just curious to see if the S7 is all band compatible?
I don't want to spend $700 and not be able to use it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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You need to buy an international variant if you want root. SM-G935F
dynospectrum said:
You need to buy an international variant if you want root. SM-G935F
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Are you saying if I buy a US S7 I can't root the phone?
re: S7 Edge
JoeFromSFO said:
Are you saying if I buy a US S7 I can't root the phone?
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Yes, there are no US S7 or S7 Edge phones which can be rooted.
The very last late model Samsung Galaxy phones which can still be
rooted are the S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+ & Note 5 US branded phones.
So if you want a S7 Edge you will have to purchase an international
model G935F.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
Misterjunky said:
Yes, there are no US S7 or S7 Edge phones which can be rooted.
The very last late model Samsung Galaxy phones which can still be
rooted are the S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+ & Note 5 US branded phones.
So if you want a S7 Edge you will have to purchase an international
model G935F.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
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So rooting is only for installing roms correct? Thanks for this info, I almost bought one from CL.
Can you still install tweaks without rooting?
Also just to confirm the SM-G935F model will work on Verizon correct?
JoeFromSFO said:
Also just to confirm the SM-G935F model will work on Verizon correct?
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Yes it will, all you will need to do is pop in an activated Verizon micro sim card.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
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JoeFromSFO said:
So rooting is only for installing roms correct? Thanks for this info, I almost bought one from CL.
Can you still install tweaks without rooting?
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You cannot install or flash any roms, tweaks or mods unless the phone is rooted. (With very few exceptions)
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Does the Canadian version G935W8 can be rooted?
re: canadian s7 Edge
XGARX said:
Does the Canadian version G935W8 can be rooted?
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Yes it can.
If you want to know how, go to this xda link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/development/recovery-official-twrp-hero2lte-3-0-0-0-t3334084
It will guide you thru the rooting process.
The W8 Canadian S7 Edge is rooted the
same way as all the international versions.
You don't even need to root the phone if you are
going to flash a custom rom...
All custom roms are pre-rooted so you will only
need to odin flash TWRP by following the guide
in the link above.
Good luck,
Have a great day!
JoeFromSFO said:
Also just to confirm the SM-G935F model will work on Verizon correct?
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Misterjunky said:
Yes it will, all you will need to do is pop in an activated Verizon micro sim card.
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Are you sure the international version supports CDMA?
I read it only supports 4G not 3G or 2G.
That kind of sux because to me Verizon does not have good coverage.
If I buy a phone from Verizon I guess can't root it, what can I do? Can I install custom tweaks and is there a free App Store like AppCake?
I would be careful using phones built on another network even if unlocked. The phone and sms will work but picture / video and data connections will be spotty.
Verizon and Sprint work off of CDMA and all other carries r on GSM.
LTE frequencies r built different for each network. If I was u n spending that money, I would buy the phone that was made for the carrier u r looking to do business with.
U can search through the Google play store. All tweaks that come from apps in there u can install without root.
If u r used to Cydia which u change system parameters of the native phone or status bar icons, that is all done with root.
Android gives u a million more customization options unrooted. Not like the iPhone. I have also used an iPhone for years and only because of the jailbreak. Without a JB I would of never used the iPhone. I switched to android as well because new JBs don't come out as quick especially since every other month Apple releases a new IOS.
I am amazed with all the options and great camera that s7 has over the iPhone. The iPhone 7 still sounds to be years behind.
I am actually selling an AT&T unused s7 device.
Good luck!!!
AnThOnY- S7 Edge
iTouch24 said:
I would be careful using phones built on another network even if unlocked. The phone and sms will work but picture / video and data connections will be spotty.
Verizon and Sprint work off of CDMA and all other carries r on GSM.
LTE frequencies r built different for each network. If I was u n spending that money, I would buy the phone that was made for the carrier u r looking to do business with.
U can search through the Google play store. All tweaks that come from apps in there u can install without root.
If u r used to Cydia which u change system parameters of the native phone or status bar icons, that is all done with root.
Android gives u a million more customization options unrooted. Not like the iPhone. I have also used an iPhone for years and only because of the jailbreak. Without a JB I would of never used the iPhone. I switched to android as well because new JBs don't come out as quick especially since every other month Apple releases a new IOS.
I am amazed with all the options and great camera that s7 has over the iPhone. The iPhone 7 still sounds to be years behind.
I am actually selling an AT&T unused s7 device.
Good luck!!!
AnThOnY- S7 Edge
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Actually I am using Echoe Rom do you really recommend me to install a Stock rom? I don't really like how looks my phone. There are some stuff missing like TouchWiz features. I am using a G935W8

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