SM-G935A in Europe? - Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers

Hi everyone, I just wanted to know if is possible to use the SM-G935A model in Europe? I know that USA models are using differend network frequencies so I was not sure...
Also how can I check and know for sure if the phone is carrier locked, and if it is, is there any way to unlock it here in Bosnia?

Should be fine but check what frequencies your network uses and then compare
https://www.frequencycheck.com/models/OY6NL/samsung-sm-g935a-galaxy-s7-edge-td-lte-samsung-hero-2

arnes_king said:
Hi everyone, I just wanted to know if is possible to use the SM-G935A model in Europe? I know that USA models are using differend network frequencies so I was not sure...
Also how can I check and know for sure if the phone is carrier locked, and if it is, is there any way to unlock it here in Bosnia?
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It supports Band 3, 7 and 20, commonly used for LTE in the UK and Europe.
It also supports both 2G and 3G on all networks in Bosnia.
Since all countries in the EU use the same LTE bands, it'll work everywhere.

Thank you both for the replies.
Which site is recomended for carrier unlock, I have found cellularunlocker (dot)net but I am not sure if it is reliable and safe to use? It costs 25$
I am sorry if this is not allowed to ask on the forums.

arnes_king said:
Thank you both for the replies.
Which site is recomended for carrier unlock, I have found cellularunlocker (dot)net but I am not sure if it is reliable and safe to use? It costs 25$
I am sorry if this is not allowed to ask on the forums.
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You should look for the partition file and debranded rom which should unlock it, that's what I've done in the past anyway

Shipoftheline said:
You should look for the partition file and debranded rom which should unlock it, that's what I've done in the past anyway
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Can we get more details please? I want to unlock this thing to see if it works well with Verizon

Shipoftheline said:
You should look for the partition file and debranded rom which should unlock it, that's what I've done in the past anyway
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Hello, thank you very much. I will try it and I am familiar with flashing roms, so I will use ODIN to flash a stock ROM which is rebranded. But could you be a little more specific about the partition file, as where I can find them and how to flash it?
Is there a risk of bricking the phone?

arnes_king said:
Hello, thank you very much. I will try it and I am familiar with flashing roms, so I will use ODIN to flash a stock ROM which is rebranded. But could you be a little more specific about the partition file, as where I can find them and how to flash it?
Is there a risk of bricking the phone?
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Don't know if there are any, but you'll have to find the newest SM-G935A ROM with a PIT file, apparently that removes the network lock.
If you're still hesitant to flash, you'll have to find a reputable cell phone unlock code website. Not sure about them since I've never needed to use one.

murtaza02 said:
Don't know if there are any, but you'll have to find the newest SM-G935A ROM with a PIT file, apparently that removes the network lock.
If you're still hesitant to flash, you'll have to find a reputable cell phone unlock code website. Not sure about them since I've never needed to use one.
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Hello, thank you for your help. Just to be sure, the phone is on AT&T so am I right that I have to download the firmware (includes PIT file) from this post No.14: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/how-to/collection-firmware-rom-pit-files-t3326707/page2
I just want to be sure that those are the right files/firmwares before flashing them?

arnes_king said:
Hello, thank you for your help. Just to be sure, the phone is on AT&T so am I right that I have to download the firmware (includes PIT file) from this post No.14: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/how-to/collection-firmware-rom-pit-files-t3326707/page2
I just want to be sure that those are the right files/firmwares before flashing them?
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I don't know how new/old the firmware is, but if the PIT file is included, it should work fine.

Sorry, wrong thread.

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Buying Verizon G2 for use in Europe - flash other ROMS for 4G support?

Hey guys,
is it possible to use one of these in Europe with full 4G support? Can I flash ROMS that are meant to be used on the European model and it will fix the antenna or should I flash specific Verizon ROMS and then flash an european modem, if at all possible? I thank any input because I'm clueless.
Thanks!
mrvlhs said:
Hey guys,
is it possible to use one of these in Europe with full 4G support? Can I flash ROMS that are meant to be used on the European model and it will fix the antenna or should I flash specific Verizon ROMS and then flash an european modem, if at all possible? I thank any input because I'm clueless.
Thanks!
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1st wrong section
2nd, Not 100% sure on the bands, but you cant flash any other firmware other than Verizon unless its a custom rom, But flashing a rom wont unlock bands.
in us version missing bands totally - physically! it isnt about software but only HW ...
hyelton said:
1st wrong section
2nd, Not 100% sure on the bands, but you cant flash any other firmware other than Verizon unless its a custom rom, But flashing a rom wont unlock bands.
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I thought this would be the appropriate section, which one should I use then?
locki said:
in us version missing bands totally - physically! it isnt about software but only HW ...
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So you're saying there is zero chance of making it work by flashing something?
Thanks all!
mrvlhs said:
I thought this would be the appropriate section, which one should I use then?
So you're saying there is zero chance of making it work by flashing something?
Thanks all!
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The questions and anwsers but since youve already posted there's no point in posting there.
Yes its a zero chance of making it work By flashing.

Unlock extras LTE Bands

Hello guys and girls. I successfully unlocked the bootloader of my SM-G900V and now I'm on the most smooth CM ever.
I live in Brazil, and here we don't have the LTE bands that the Verizon's S5 uses. So I tried unlock additional bands using this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/general/how-to-add-rf-lte-frequency-bands-to-t2886059.
Guess what? Didn't work.
It occurred to me that the problem could be the modem firmware, so I tried to flash modem from the others variants, and.... nope. ODIN's flash fail, and the download mode screen says "SECURE CHECK FAIL: modem" (something like that).
I almost made an attempt to flash using dd, or recovery, but decided to ask first.
Honestly it's hard to find a flashable zip of any version of modem.
I already made a backup of modem partition, in case of anything goes wrong.
The only LTE band I need is the 7.
My questions are:
Does anyone tried this before?
What is the risk to flash a modem firmware from other variant using dd/recovery?
A²ronLil said:
Hello guys and girls. I successfully unlocked the bootloader of my SM-G900V and now I'm on the most smooth CM ever.
I live in Brazil, and here we don't have the LTE bands that the Verizon's S5 uses. So I tried unlock additional bands using this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/general/how-to-add-rf-lte-frequency-bands-to-t2886059.
Guess what? Didn't work.
It occurred to me that the problem could be the modem firmware, so I tried to flash modem from the others variants, and.... nope. ODIN's flash fail, and the download mode screen says "SECURE CHECK FAIL: modem" (something like that).
I almost made an attempt to flash using dd, or recovery, but decided to ask first.
Honestly it's hard to find a flashable zip of any version of modem.
I already made a backup of modem partition, in case of anything goes wrong.
The only LTE band I need is the 7.
My questions are:
Does anyone tried this before?
What is the risk to flash a modem firmware from other variant using dd/recovery?
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A guy from Mexico claim this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...how-to-enable-lte-band-41700-2100-to-t2990105
alin919 said:
A guy from Mexico claim this : http://forum.xda-developers.com/veri...00-to-t2990105
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Thanks, but the link is broken. :fingers-crossed:
A²ronLil said:
Thanks, but the link is broken. :fingers-crossed:
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Try now.
alin919 said:
A guy from Mexico claim this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...how-to-enable-lte-band-41700-2100-to-t2990105
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Unfortunately it will not work. I've already tried before unlocking the bootloader. I'm now on CM13, and they does not have a hidden menu, only stock firmware (or port). Plus, when I accessed the menu on stock firmware, the B7 option said something like "not supported". Probably because the software is modified by Verizon.
A²ronLil said:
Unfortunately it will not work. I've already tried before unlocking the bootloader. I'm now on CM13, and they does not have a hidden menu, only stock firmware (or port). Plus, when I accessed the menu on stock firmware, the B7 option said something like "not supported". Probably because the software is modified by Verizon.
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Did you try the galaxy Tools to change the bands and edit the apn?
alin919 said:
Did you try the galaxy Tools to change the bands and edit the apn?
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Nope. What is this?
A²ronLil said:
Nope. What is this?
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Idoneapss.
Some clarification: Galaxy Tools by Idoneapps is a tool for changing various APN and hidden settings on the S5. I couldn't find an official link, but I have a direct link to the AndroidFileHost download. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347804710
You can probably find the band and APN settings yourself easily enough, but I'll do some experimenting and update when I find the options. It isn't the easiest UI.
camcorder123 said:
Some clarification: Galaxy Tools by Idoneapps is a tool for changing various APN and hidden settings on the S5. I couldn't find an official link, but I have a direct link to the AndroidFileHost download. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347804710
You can probably find the band and APN settings yourself easily enough, but I'll do some experimenting and update when I find the options. It isn't the easiest UI.
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Thanks for clarification , i was at work with no cell tower :good:
camcorder123 said:
Some clarification: Galaxy Tools by Idoneapps is a tool for changing various APN and hidden settings on the S5. I couldn't find an official link, but I have a direct link to the AndroidFileHost download. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347804710
You can probably find the band and APN settings yourself easily enough, but I'll do some experimenting and update when I find the options. It isn't the easiest UI.
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Idoneapss.
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This is the working links off apk file . You can play with , try different settings and remember if something not working wright always restore to initial settings . Good luck !
Yesterday I tried to flash modem.bin and NON-HLOS.bin from another device using "dd". The flash was ok, and the device did turn on without problems.
I tried the baseband of these three devices: SM-G900M, SM-G900P and SM-G900T.
But... no LTE for me.
I'm still looking for a way to do this.
I have the Verizon varient and was able to set the APN to exactly to what my unlocked moto x pure is. It works perfect with at&t.........so far. I guess it's all about the APN since the sim is unlocked.

Galaxy On5 T-Mobile (G550T1) SIM Unlock

Hey,
Is it possible to SIM unlock that model? How?
Thanks
I hope someone can reply, nice question
AMDsn said:
I hope someone can reply, nice question
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Yes, G550T1 VARIANT can be network unlocked. I flashed the CP field in Odin with a stock Rom (a piece of it, not AP, BL, or CSC or .pit) and then used the app that's usually in a MetroPCS folder. Purple and has a key hole on the icon. Luckily, metro approved it and unlocked it.. I doubt you still need this information knowing post is like 8 months old but, I will upload the necessary files tonight and post a link. Sure this well help another person curious of the same thing one day.. hope I've helped
Sim Unlock app.
ganryugdm said:
Hey,
Is it possible to SIM unlock that model? How?
Thanks
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There is a built in apl thzt unlocks the phone within 1 min.
As long as you had service on it for a certain amount of time with metro pcs.
Not sure about any other carrierz.
Look in your device apps. Its not hidden.

G950U All_OYN firmware

Hello all,
I have a question regarding the base firmware I have found that is All_OYN_G950USQU1AQC8 multi cert tar.md5 . This firmware seems to be the base stock factory firmware and one user has tried to install it on the Sprint variant of G950U along with the PIT file and repartition. What seems to have happened is that we seemed to have returned to stock Sprint firmware. However, does anyone know why Sprint bootanimation and such will remain? Is this an issue with the firmware package (4.4GB and seems to have all G950U carriers within the file) or is this an issue with the ODIN software for this phone? Also, I know Sprint is a pain to deal with bc they seem to Carrier SIM lock once their SIM card is inserted. Maybe someone could shed some light on this process for us. I personally don't have another SIM to try. I will post the links to both the thread and firmware and pit files below in post 2. Also, found an interesting firmware that claims to have the eng bootloader but can't get it from the site as I am not able to purchase via yuan.
Thanks for anyones and everyone's help.
ait1071 said:
Hello all,
I have a question regarding the base firmware I have found that is All_OYN_G950USQU1AQC8 multi cert tar.md5 . This firmware seems to be the base stock factory firmware and one user has tried to install it on the Sprint variant of G950U along with the PIT file and repartition. What seems to have happened is that we seemed to have returned to stock Sprint firmware. However, does anyone know why Sprint bootanimation and such will remain? Is this an issue with the firmware package (4.4GB and seems to have all G950U carriers within the file) or is this an issue with the ODIN software for this phone? Also, I know Sprint is a pain to deal with bc they seem to Carrier SIM lock once their SIM card is inserted. Maybe someone could shed some light on this process for us. I personally don't have another SIM to try. I will post the links to both the thread and firmware and pit files below in post 2. Also, found an interesting firmware that claims to have the eng bootloader but can't get it from the site as I am not able to purchase via yuan.
Thanks for anyones and everyone's help.
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I believe the issue is we need the newer Odin with the userdata slot. That is where the boot animation and carrier specific items are.
Here is the MSL and start of the discussion
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s8/how-to/sprint-preordered-sm-g950u-msl-t3595316
Here is the post #26 with link to firmware
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s8/how-to/sprint-preordered-sm-g950u-msl-t3595316/page3
Here is the post #56 with PIT file
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s8/how-to/sprint-preordered-sm-g950u-msl-t3595316/page6
bossg4 said:
I believe the issue is we need the newer Odin with the userdata slot. That is where the boot animation and carrier specific items are.
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I actually found the carrier specific files including the carrier forced install settings in cache.img.ext4 inside the firmware tar.md5 file
ait1071 said:
I actually found the carrier specific files including the carrier forced install settings in cache.img.ext4 inside the firmware tar.md5 file
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Nice! The test devices allow switching carriers just by changing the SIM. Maybe we can find a way to get the retail devices to do that.
Also guys I found this, not able to buy nor do I know much about it but the file name seems interesting
http://www.romup.com/search?version=G950USQU1AQCF
ait1071 said:
Also guys I found this, not able to buy nor do I know much about it but the file name seems interesting
http://www.romup.com/search?version=G950USQU1AQCF
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QCF was a test firmware that probably had issues as we only had it a week and moved to QCJ
bossg4 said:
QCF was a test firmware that probably had issues as we only had it a week and moved to QCJ
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Darn haven't seen that firmware anywhere. I was curious as too why this firmware file they wanted 3000yuan for vs the other ones that cost 300yuan. 10x as much lol...
ait1071 said:
Darn haven't seen that firmware anywhere. I was curious as too why this firmware file they wanted 3000yuan for vs the other ones that cost 300yuan. 10x as much lol...
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I don't remember much about it, but certainly couldn't see why it would cost more other than it being hard to find.
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bossg4 said:
I don't remember much about it, but certainly couldn't see why it would cost more other than it being hard to find.
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Looked up the issues i reported with it, most were app crashes or sluggish response. Probably not one i would pay for
Hey guys the device we are testing is mine. Also thinking it might be the odin. The funny thing is that I flashed that firmware and everything from sprint (meaning apps etc.) its not there except of course for the splash screen and locked to the carrier. Im still waiting on the ODIN because I bought a Sprint Galaxy S8 thinking it was unlocked and NOPE!!!
danny185 said:
Hey guys the device we are testing is mine. Also thinking it might be the odin. The funny thing is that I flashed that firmware and everything from sprint (meaning apps etc.) its not there except of course for the splash screen and locked to the carrier. Im still waiting on the ODIN because I bought a Sprint Galaxy S8 thinking it was unlocked and NOPE!!!
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I just received an update for switch, now my phone shows the option to initialise. May try it out, and make sure you can get it back to stock. Especially since you are willing to flash firmwares and test for us!
bossg4 said:
I just received an update for switch, now my phone shows the option to initialise. May try it out, and make sure you can get it back to stock. Especially since you are willing to flash firmwares and test for us!
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I have MAC with version of switch it is?
danny185 said:
I have MAC with version of switch it is?
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Same..shows version 4.1.1.17035_4
bossg4 said:
Same..shows version 4.1.1.17035_4
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I have that but when you choose initialization it says that is not yet supported!
danny185 said:
I have that but when you choose initialization it says that is not yet supported!
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Interesting. Let me back mine up and I will try it. I was getting that message before the update. Now it looks like it is ready to start the initialization
bossg4 said:
Interesting. Let me back mine up and I will try it. I was getting that message before the update. Now it looks like it is ready to start the initialization
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Will i pressed it but it says.
Model G950U is not yet supported
Contact our service support!
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ait1071 said:
Hello all,
I have a question regarding the base firmware I have found that is All_OYN_G950USQU1AQC8 multi cert tar.md5 . This firmware seems to be the base stock factory firmware and one user has tried to install it on the Sprint variant of G950U along with the PIT file and repartition. What seems to have happened is that we seemed to have returned to stock Sprint firmware. However, does anyone know why Sprint bootanimation and such will remain? Is this an issue with the firmware package (4.4GB and seems to have all G950U carriers within the file) or is this an issue with the ODIN software for this phone? Also, I know Sprint is a pain to deal with bc they seem to Carrier SIM lock once their SIM card is inserted. Maybe someone could shed some light on this process for us. I personally don't have another SIM to try. I will post the links to both the thread and firmware and pit files below in post 2. Also, found an interesting firmware that claims to have the eng bootloader but can't get it from the site as I am not able to purchase via yuan.
Thanks for anyones and everyone's help.
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BTW on smart with the latest software version says: QC8(SPR) So still on sprint
danny185 said:
Will i pressed it but it says.
Model G950U is not yet supported
Contact our service support!
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BTW on smart with the latest software version says: QC8(SPR) So still on sprint
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I have the T-MOBILE S8+, maybe it is available for us. When the wife gets home, I will plug her S8 in and see what it says
bossg4 said:
I have the T-MOBILE S8+, maybe it is available for us. When the wife gets home, I will plug her S8 in and see what it says
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Oh ok mine is sprint so that could be it
Here's a version of ODIN I found that I can't seem to find anywhere else.
I'm an absolute noob so I don't know if it's appropriate for me to be sharing this but here it is...
ODIN 3.12.7
https://mega.nz/#!hDxnxY5A
Key: !XVSG_X-3a_Bd-CH9o0bqaK5jiOKHASi7WltDB7NDaWs
barisgg said:
Here's a version of ODIN I found that I can't seem to find anywhere else.
I'm an absolute noob so I don't know if it's appropriate for me to be sharing this but here it is...
ODIN 3.12.7
https://mega.nz/#!hDxnxY5A
Key: !XVSG_X-3a_Bd-CH9o0bqaK5jiOKHASi7WltDB7NDaWs
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Thanks, I'll have to check this version out when I get home

Rooted with new binary, can I install U firmware?

I recently acquired a G935P to repair my old phone that had a bad sim card reader. I used the motherboard from the Sprint phone because i'm not skilled in the ways of micro=soldering items. Come to find out Sprint is particularly difficult because they are the only carrier that has upgraded their S7E's to binary 5. Now I have after various attempts, successfully rooted the phone with no issues, seems to run fine albeit some lag (due to the engboot) but I was inquiring that since I have root can I install the U firmware and how would I go about doing that. Thanks in advance!
kani!bal said:
I recently acquired a G935P to repair my old phone that had a bad sim card reader. I used the motherboard from the Sprint phone because i'm not skilled in the ways of micro=soldering items. Come to find out Sprint is particularly difficult because they are the only carrier that has upgraded their S7E's to binary 5. Now I have after various attempts, successfully rooted the phone with no issues, seems to run fine albeit some lag (due to the engboot) but I was inquiring that since I have root can I install the U firmware and how would I go about doing that. Thanks in advance!
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As long as the U firmware is binary 5, if it is not, you will get an error in odin.
Fear_The_Fluff said:
As long as the U firmware is binary 5, if it is not, you will get an error in odin.
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Yeah found that out, lol....I been trying different variations of firmware/pit/backups/combination firmware to maybe and try to get pass this so I can use this phone with my verizon plan with no success, the closest i've come is to have it rooted accessing the hidden menus and changing different settings any ideas?
kani!bal said:
Yeah found that out, lol....I been trying different variations of firmware/pit/backups/combination firmware to maybe and try to get pass this so I can use this phone with my verizon plan with no success, the closest i've come is to have it rooted accessing the hidden menus and changing different settings any ideas?
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Is the phone sim unlocked? You may have to call sprint to get it unlocked first. Until Verizon (or the g935u) gets binary 5, you will be unable to change your firmware, with the exception of the sprint binary 5 firmware.
Fear_The_Fluff said:
Is the phone sim unlocked? You may have to call sprint to get it unlocked first. Until Verizon (or the g935u) gets binary 5, you will be unable to change your firmware, with the exception of the sprint binary 5 firmware.
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It was recently unlocked but it consistantly showed the device receiving the signal as roaming, i believe because it was only internationally unlocked? and it did not pick up the 4G bands, only reaching normal 3G speeds and in my attempts to flash the U firmware I somehow managed to undo the procedure :/ I have the MSL code and am contuining with trying different settings to see if I can at least get the phone to accept the SIM card again.
kani!bal said:
It was recently unlocked but it consistantly showed the device receiving the signal as roaming, i believe because it was only internationally unlocked? and it did not pick up the 4G bands, only reaching normal 3G speeds and in my attempts to flash the U firmware I somehow managed to undo the procedure :/ I have the MSL code and am contuining with trying different settings to see if I can at least get the phone to accept the SIM card again.
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Have you tried to manually add the carrier info? Sometimes when using different roms you have to change where you are connecting to because the rom defaults to another carrier.
Fear_The_Fluff said:
Have you tried to manually add the carrier info? Sometimes when using different roms you have to change where you are connecting to because the rom defaults to another carrier.
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Yes sir, I have to access the hidden menu to get into the data profiles but even when i get there, it won't show the APN's set for the device because 'user is not authorized' and when i add the verizon apn information and hit save, it doesn't go through.
mikeb143777 said:
hi guys, i wanted to make sure i understood what i was reading. I have in fact rooted with the the sm-g935p with 5 binary, (the recent root on Godpowers post for root, you guys probably already know that, sorry if Im wasting your time)anyways, so if im reading correctly, I still cannot crossover to the "U" firmware? And if I may ask, what was the advantage to the U firmware, and am i able to run xposed with binary 5 BRA1? Any details you guys could shoot my way would be great. Thanks!
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Has anyone tried the z3x Samsung tools? It worked on other galaxy phones with the same issue
mikeb143777 said:
hi guys, i wanted to make sure i understood what i was reading. I have in fact rooted with the the sm-g935p with 5 binary, (the recent root on Godpowers post for root, you guys probably already know that, sorry if Im wasting your time)anyways, so if im reading correctly, I still cannot crossover to the "U" firmware? And if I may ask, what was the advantage to the U firmware, and am i able to run xposed with binary 5 BRA1? Any details you guys could shoot my way would be great. Thanks!
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I believe once you achieve root you should be able to run xposed, i'm not entirely sure on that but from what I understand it's possible. The U firmware is just devoid of any carrier bloat and allows you to run a more pure version of the samsung firmware, someone correct me if I'm wrong.
lvpre said:
Has anyone tried the z3x Samsung tools? It worked on other galaxy phones with the same issue
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Which issue are you referencing exactly?
kani!bal said:
Which issue are you referencing exactly?
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On older Samsung phones, when the bootloader was upgraded, you could 'odin' the previous firmware. It did this by not flashing certain components of the tar file. For example, you could go from a binary 5 nougat to a binary 4 marshmallow firmware, but the bootloader would still remain on binary 5... however, you just installed the binary 4 firmware.
Not sure if this would let you go to the u firmware, but may let you rollback to a binary 4 firmware. Haven't tried it on my s7 since I'm stuck with sprint until October... so no point at this time.
Is the new Oreo firmware from various cell companies binary 5?
kukumaka said:
Is the new Oreo firmware from various cell companies binary 5?
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???? Hasn't been released yet and international variants use a different precessor and have unlocked bootloader
lvpre said:
On older Samsung phones, when the bootloader was upgraded, you could 'odin' the previous firmware. It did this by not flashing certain components of the tar file. For example, you could go from a binary 5 nougat to a binary 4 marshmallow firmware, but the bootloader would still remain on binary 5... however, you just installed the binary 4 firmware.
Not sure if this would let you go to the u firmware, but may let you rollback to a binary 4 firmware. Haven't tried it on my s7 since I'm stuck with sprint until October... so no point at this time.
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Anyway you would be willing to share your process with me? I have been researching and testings out many methods and have failed and from what you described so far it is definitely one I haven't tried yet lol.
kani!bal said:
Anyway you would be willing to share your process with me? I have been researching and testings out many methods and have failed and from what you described so far it is definitely one I haven't tried yet lol.
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Haven't done it in a while since it was on an older phone, but you use a program called z3x Samsung tool pro. It will allow you to only flash certain aspects of the file. You may or may not be able to cross over from p firmware to u firmware with it.
kani!bal said:
I recently acquired a G935P to repair my old phone that had a bad sim card reader. I used the motherboard from the Sprint phone because i'm not skilled in the ways of micro=soldering items. Come to find out Sprint is particularly difficult because they are the only carrier that has upgraded their S7E's to binary 5. Now I have after various attempts, successfully rooted the phone with no issues, seems to run fine albeit some lag (due to the engboot) but I was inquiring that since I have root can I install the U firmware and how would I go about doing that. Thanks in advance!
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Please how did you manage to Root Binary 5 of S7 Edge ?? Am having issues rooting ... Mine is Binary 6.
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