Like the topic says, I have an AT&T note, but T Mobile service. I recently (last night) found the wonderful work by several XDA members of which they supply us with a flashable zip that contains a radio that will give T Mo 4G data speeds.
I forget which one I finally used (there's the SGH-T989 KID radio, VKL1 radio and one called blaze). There is also a build.prop file that completely rendered my device useless (requiring an OS re-install).
I also have a few ICS modems, again the "KID" or is it "K1D" Im not sure... that, the "Blaze" version and one from the carrier "Telus". I also saw a Rodgers version floating around somewhere. I think that was really for the Galaxy S2 but it works with our Note
Anyway I am really missing ICS, I have 2.3.6 now. I need to know what is a good modem radio to flash if Im going ICS. Also whats a good ICS rom (keeping in mind the flashing of the T Mo radio)...
thanks
Roms and modems are interchangeable, meaning you can use whichever modem you want, on whichever Rom you want.
The blaze modem is what you want to use for t-mobile
Also the apn settings for t-mobile would probably be beneficial
studacris said:
Roms and modems are interchangeable, meaning you can use whichever modem you want, on whichever Rom you want.
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So it doesn't matter if the Rom is gingerbread based but the modem is from an ICS build? And Vise/Versa...?
Nope
Hi guys,
I know with phones I've had in the past, we could flash roms from other carriers as long as we flashed a Kernel for the carrier you're currently on. Is this the case with our Sprint Note 3? There aren't a lot of roms available for our variant, so I was hoping to find more roms to experiment with, but don't want to mess anything up. Thanks in advance for your help.
First, what OS version do you have on your note 3. If you have updated to 4.4.2 NC5 you CANNOT downgrade to a older version of KK like NAB. Assuming you have, then you can only flash KK 4.4.2 based roms . I don't think you can flash roms from other carriers as the Basebands won't match.
EDIT here is some more info; ( Thanks topherk )
If you "dirty flash," there's no problem with that, just know that if you ever encounter an error, we will be unable to help you in any way.
You're right, cross-flashing might leave remnants (features) of the previous ROM, but there's no guarantee that they'll be utilized correctly or linked correctly to the system files. As far as I know, the "worst" thing that could happen by dirty flashing is an unrelenting boot-loop. In those cases, you should just do a full system wipe and re-install the ROM.
I recommend, as Micmars does, a full system wipe prior to installing any ROM, but to each their own.
Typically, ROMs do not install different modems. As far as the MJ4 vs. NAB vs. NC5, here's a little primer on the various versions:
MJ4
This was the last Jellybean TW released for the Sprint Note 3. If you are on MJ4, you'll have to update your bootloader to NAB (or NC5) in order to update to KitKat ROMs (and you can't go back). The
NAB
This is the first KitKat TW ROM for the Sprint Note 3. Once on NAB, you can't go back down to Jellybean (yet... some people are working on it). You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
NC5
This is the second KitKat TW release for the Sprint Note 3. It introduced some updates to the system and it includes WiFi calling (I've never used it, but others say it's really nice). You can flash back and forth between NAB and NC5 ROMs as much as you want, without changing anything. You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
As far as updating to NC5 ROMs, just look at the changelogs between the NAB and NC5 versions of the ROM. If the added/changed features look appealing to you (or it looks more stable), then by all means update.
As far as modems go, I always stick to the newest Modem, which always tend to work best for me (I'm in a large metropolitan area). Sometimes people will report that the older modems (MJ4 or NAB) work better in their area. The Modems are completely separate from the ROMs, so flashing an older (or newer) modem should not have any affect on the stability of the ROM. It's really up to you if you want to update it.
As far as bootloaders go, if you are already on KitKat ROMs, I'd recommend updating to the NC5 Engineering Bootloader, but as long as you're on NAB, you should be fine. Just make sure to read the OP of any ROM you flash, they typically will tell you what version of the bootloader you need to be on.
jimzweb1 said:
First, what OS version do you have on your note 3. If you have updated to 4.4.2 NC5 you CANNOT downgrade to a older version of KK like NAB. Assuming you have, then you can only flash KK 4.4.2 based roms . I don't think you can flash roms from other carriers as the Basebands won't match.
EDIT here is some more info; ( Thanks topherk )
If you "dirty flash," there's no problem with that, just know that if you ever encounter an error, we will be unable to help you in any way.
You're right, cross-flashing might leave remnants (features) of the previous ROM, but there's no guarantee that they'll be utilized correctly or linked correctly to the system files. As far as I know, the "worst" thing that could happen by dirty flashing is an unrelenting boot-loop. In those cases, you should just do a full system wipe and re-install the ROM.
I recommend, as Micmars does, a full system wipe prior to installing any ROM, but to each their own.
Typically, ROMs do not install different modems. As far as the MJ4 vs. NAB vs. NC5, here's a little primer on the various versions:
MJ4
This was the last Jellybean TW released for the Sprint Note 3. If you are on MJ4, you'll have to update your bootloader to NAB (or NC5) in order to update to KitKat ROMs (and you can't go back). The
NAB
This is the first KitKat TW ROM for the Sprint Note 3. Once on NAB, you can't go back down to Jellybean (yet... some people are working on it). You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
NC5
This is the second KitKat TW release for the Sprint Note 3. It introduced some updates to the system and it includes WiFi calling (I've never used it, but others say it's really nice). You can flash back and forth between NAB and NC5 ROMs as much as you want, without changing anything. You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
As far as updating to NC5 ROMs, just look at the changelogs between the NAB and NC5 versions of the ROM. If the added/changed features look appealing to you (or it looks more stable), then by all means update.
As far as modems go, I always stick to the newest Modem, which always tend to work best for me (I'm in a large metropolitan area). Sometimes people will report that the older modems (MJ4 or NAB) work better in their area. The Modems are completely separate from the ROMs, so flashing an older (or newer) modem should not have any affect on the stability of the ROM. It's really up to you if you want to update it.
As far as bootloaders go, if you are already on KitKat ROMs, I'd recommend updating to the NC5 Engineering Bootloader, but as long as you're on NAB, you should be fine. Just make sure to read the OP of any ROM you flash, they typically will tell you what version of the bootloader you need to be on.
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I'm fully aware of how to flash roms, and the merits of not "dirty flashing". What I'm curious about is whether or not we can find, for example, an AT&T Note 3 Rom, flash it on our phone, then immediately after flash the Beastmode kernel for our Sprint variant, and be able to actually boot into the rom and not lose the important things like wifi connectivity or 4g connectivity. I remember with other phones I've had in the past we were able to do that, without any major issues.
jimzweb1 said:
First, what OS version do you have on your note 3. If you have updated to 4.4.2 NC5 you CANNOT downgrade to a older version of KK like NAB. Assuming you have, then you can only flash KK 4.4.2 based roms . I don't think you can flash roms from other carriers as the Basebands won't match.
EDIT here is some more info; ( Thanks topherk )
If you "dirty flash," there's no problem with that, just know that if you ever encounter an error, we will be unable to help you in any way.
You're right, cross-flashing might leave remnants (features) of the previous ROM, but there's no guarantee that they'll be utilized correctly or linked correctly to the system files. As far as I know, the "worst" thing that could happen by dirty flashing is an unrelenting boot-loop. In those cases, you should just do a full system wipe and re-install the ROM.
I recommend, as Micmars does, a full system wipe prior to installing any ROM, but to each their own.
Typically, ROMs do not install different modems. As far as the MJ4 vs. NAB vs. NC5, here's a little primer on the various versions:
MJ4
This was the last Jellybean TW released for the Sprint Note 3. If you are on MJ4, you'll have to update your bootloader to NAB (or NC5) in order to update to KitKat ROMs (and you can't go back). The
NAB
This is the first KitKat TW ROM for the Sprint Note 3. Once on NAB, you can't go back down to Jellybean (yet... some people are working on it). You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
NC5
This is the second KitKat TW release for the Sprint Note 3. It introduced some updates to the system and it includes WiFi calling (I've never used it, but others say it's really nice). You can flash back and forth between NAB and NC5 ROMs as much as you want, without changing anything. You need to be on the NAB or NC5 bootloader in order to flash these ROMs.
As far as updating to NC5 ROMs, just look at the changelogs between the NAB and NC5 versions of the ROM. If the added/changed features look appealing to you (or it looks more stable), then by all means update.
As far as modems go, I always stick to the newest Modem, which always tend to work best for me (I'm in a large metropolitan area). Sometimes people will report that the older modems (MJ4 or NAB) work better in their area. The Modems are completely separate from the ROMs, so flashing an older (or newer) modem should not have any affect on the stability of the ROM. It's really up to you if you want to update it.
As far as bootloaders go, if you are already on KitKat ROMs, I'd recommend updating to the NC5 Engineering Bootloader, but as long as you're on NAB, you should be fine. Just make sure to read the OP of any ROM you flash, they typically will tell you what version of the bootloader you need to be on.
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How do you check if you're on the latest modem and/or how do you update to the latest modem?
The modem number is also part of the baseband number, here is the link to help you find it http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/2/
Eyezayah said:
I'm fully aware of how to flash roms, and the merits of not "dirty flashing". What I'm curious about is whether or not we can find, for example, an AT&T Note 3 Rom, flash it on our phone, then immediately after flash the Beastmode kernel for our Sprint variant, and be able to actually boot into the rom and not lose the important things like wifi connectivity or 4g connectivity. I remember with other phones I've had in the past we were able to do that, without any major issues.
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Maybe this XDA post will help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703229&page=2
jimzweb1 said:
Maybe this XDA post will help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703229&page=2
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So far that's the most helpful thread I've seen. I appreciate it. Might just take a risk and dive in and see what happens, but from that thread it looks like my best bet may be trying a Verizon rom, based on Verizon being CDMA also.
jimzweb1 said:
The modem number is also part of the baseband number, here is the link to help you find it [SNIP]
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As noted in a previous post, please avoid linking to sites that require registration, irrespective of the merits of the site.
Best to post links within xda, as nothing on that site isn't also freely available here on xda. It's not our job to port users to a site collecting their personal info using this community's voluminous user base for the benefit of any other than xda itself.
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micmars said:
As noted in a previous post, please avoid linking to sites that require registration, irrespective of the merits of the site.
Best to post links within xda, as nothing on that site isn't also freely available here on xda. It's not our job to port users to a site collecting their personal info using this community's voluminous user base for the benefit of any other than xda itself.
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Sorry about that micmars, I think I posted the two or three SamMoble links around the same time. I will use XDA links first in the future.
jimzweb1 said:
Sorry about that micmars, I think I posted the two or three SamMoble links around the same time. I will use XDA links first in the future.
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Nah, it's a terrific site. I think most Samsung users love the site.
I am glad we have it.
The desire to help us always a thing to be encouraged.
Sent from my SM-N900P using Tapatalk
jimzweb1 said:
Maybe this XDA post will help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703229&page=2
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I took the plunge and tried to install a T-Mobile rom, and it booted up fine, I could make phone and receive phone calls, could receive texts, but I couldn't send any. Not sure really what I would've needed to do to get texts working properly though so I went back to my nandroid. Tried following a guide to get the rom working on our carrier, and the rom wouldn't flash. Thanks for the help though, I appreciate it. Looks like I'll just stick with the Sprint Roms.
Hi..
I just lost a phone and Asurian Insurance company just sent me a new Note 2 for Verizon (I605) with stock rom 4.3.
My question is is there a way to unlock this phone and load the custom rom ?
If there is could anyone send me a link and detail instructions how to do it?
I have heard if someone is on 4.3 they are stuck and there is no way out until someone comes up with a way.
Please let me know if there is a way to unlock and load custom on rom 4.3.
Thank you
jimcho74 said:
Hi..
I just lost a phone and Asurian Insurance company just sent me a new Note 2 for Verizon (I605) with stock rom 4.3.
My question is is there a way to unlock this phone and load the custom rom ?
If there is could anyone send me a link and detail instructions how to do it?
I have heard if someone is on 4.3 they are stuck and there is no way out until someone comes up with a way.
Please let me know if there is a way to unlock and load custom on rom 4.3.
Thank you
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Only way would be to send the phone to mobiletechvideos which cost.
There is also the option of safestrap which can be found under the development section. This doesn't unlock the bootloader, but let's you load some of the 4.3 based touchwiz roms. You have to root first before you can do that, and I have heard that saferoot works well. You also need to be on 4.3 mj9. There are 2 versions of 4.3 for this phone. If you are on the other version you can use Odin to flash the mj9 version.
BluGuy said:
Only way would be to send the phone to mobiletechvideos which cost.
There is also the option of safestrap which can be found under the development section. This doesn't unlock the bootloader, but let's you load some of the 4.3 based touchwiz roms. You have to root first before you can do that, and I have heard that saferoot works well. You also need to be on 4.3 mj9. There are 2 versions of 4.3 for this phone. If you are on the other version you can use Odin to flash the mj9 version.
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Could I get a instruction link on how to root and load safestrap ?
I do have mj9 on my note 2.
I am used to odin but safestrap is new ti me.
thaks
BluGuy said:
Only way would be to send the phone to mobiletechvideos which cost.
There is also the option of safestrap which can be found under the development section. This doesn't unlock the bootloader, but let's you load some of the 4.3 based touchwiz roms. You have to root first before you can do that, and I have heard that saferoot works well. You also need to be on 4.3 mj9. There are 2 versions of 4.3 for this phone. If you are on the other version you can use Odin to flash the mj9 version.
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I just ran saferoot and it worked really well and very easy way to root the phone. (Thx BluGuy)
Now what custome rom should I install? and I just use the Odin to load the custom rom just like before?
What about the Custom recovery?
Do I need to install safestrap as well?
I need help...
Thanks
First stay away from flashing roms in odin while on 4.3 mj9 you will brick your phone. Second you can flash any 4.3 rom over the stock rom with safestrap but!!! Make sure its a rom that can be flashed with safestrap no room for error here be sure, remember this boot loader is locked so no flashing roms in the other rom slots they still need debugging
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Download:
- G900A_OF2_Stock_ROM_for_G900T
Instructions:
- Flash with TWRP (knox 0x1) or FlashFire (knox 0x0).
- No need to wipe, the ROM will perform a factory data reset during the flash. Backup your User Data prior to flashing.
- The ROM requires a 5.0 bootloader therefore you must be on the OB1 or OF6 bootloader for it to run.
- Allow 10 - 15 mins for first boot.
Tip: For faster speed turn off animations from Developer Options!
Optional:
- G900A_OF2_TetherAddOn
- G900A_OC4-OF2_Batch_DeBloater (Customizable)
Kernel:
- G900T, stock, OB1 kernel
Known Issues:
None!
Uploaded new ROM using the G900T stock, OB1 kernel, instead of the G900A OF2 kernel, for better battery life. The ROM required a couple of minor tweaks in order to work flawlessly on the stock OB1 kernel. Those that downloaded the original ROM may want to download the latest version.
Everything works on it ? WiFi calling , private mode , etc ?
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any feedback on this rom so far?
420haxr said:
Everything works on it ? WiFi calling , private mode , etc ?
Sent from my SM-G900T using XDA Free mobile app
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It works still testing of course but of course no wifi calling.
AT&T on t-mobile forum ??
vphotographic said:
AT&T on t-mobile forum ??
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Why not? As long as it works properly, I'm all for devs using a different rom base to create something new. I'm using one of the ATT custom roms on my G900T right now.
Of course, if you NEED wifi calling, this isn't the rom for you.
mike-y said:
Why not? As long as it works properly, I'm all for devs using a different rom base to create something new. I'm using one of the ATT custom roms on my G900T right now.
Of course, if you NEED wifi calling, this isn't the rom for you.
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Hi! Could you eleborate on which custom AT&T rom you are using on the TMO G900T?
chiquito3 said:
Hi! Could you eleborate on which custom AT&T rom you are using on the TMO G900T?
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I have used these two so far
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/development/5-0-oc7-tms5-1-0-4-29-15-t3095987
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att.../rom-allianceromv8-lite-available-18-t3098527
mike-y said:
I have used these two so far
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/development/5-0-oc7-tms5-1-0-4-29-15-t3095987
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att.../rom-allianceromv8-lite-available-18-t3098527
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And do they work with no problem?
They work perfectly.
Does finger screen unlocker works with this rom?
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chiquito3 said:
Does finger screen unlocker works with this rom?
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Forget it. It was the time setting for the lock.
mike-y said:
I have used these two so far
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/development/5-0-oc7-tms5-1-0-4-29-15-t3095987
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att.../rom-allianceromv8-lite-available-18-t3098527
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How did you installed these 2 AT&T roms on the Tmo version phone? Did you used Flashfire or TWRP?
Right now my phone says that is on I'm on Stock OG6 Baseband rooted with the TrapKernel but the build says OF6.
Why is that?
chiquito3 said:
How did you installed these 2 AT&T roms on the Tmo version phone? Did you used Flashfire or TWRP?
Right now my phone says that is on I'm on Stock OG6 Baseband rooted with the TrapKernel but the build says OF6.
Why is that?
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I use TWRP. I suppose you could use Flashfire also, but I've never tried it. I also just replied to your PM.
Hello, I flashed pheonix rom, flashed Bootloader and Modem, but I dont have LTE connection, everything else works fine. It is problem with modem flash or somewhere else ?
The modem/bootloader in the Phoenix thread is for the international model (900f) I believe.
Personally haven't tried his rom, but if you have the Tmobile MM modem and bootloader, it supposedly works. Excluding Wifi calling of course.
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I also flashed G900T modem and bootloader, but I think this modem doesn't have LTE. Where could I find LTE modem ?
Some roms display 4G instead of Lte.
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Is there a download link for the marshmellow bootloader and modem?
I'm currently running Phoenix but it's older lollipop version. I'm wanting to go to the latest Phoenix.
I'm assuming I need the mm bootloader and modem?
As noted above Phoenix Rom shows 4G and not LTE.
COfatboy said:
Is there a download link for the marshmellow bootloader and modem?
I'm currently running Phoenix but it's older lollipop version. I'm wanting to go to the latest Phoenix.
I'm assuming I need the mm bootloader and modem?
As noted above Phoenix Rom shows 4G and not LTE.
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Look in op
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...rom-sm-g900tpg2-rooted-deodxed-t3424587/page1
ShinySide said:
Look in op
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...rom-sm-g900tpg2-rooted-deodxed-t3424587/page1
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That's exactly what I was looking for.
Thanks, I appreciate it.