Hi All - I bought a S6 Edge which was from Vodafone UK and I am using it on EE network. Unfortunately it's missing 1 thing, Wifi calling option. So question is, can I flash a generic or EE firmware using kies/odin without rooting/unlocking bootloader and potentially avoiding warranty?
When I say avoid warranty i mean having the option to go back. I understand that Knox triggers something when phone is modified? I have no interest in root.
Model number
SM-G925F
Baseband
G925FXXU1AOCW
Build number
LRXXG.G925FXXU1AOCZ
CSC
G925FVFG1AOC4
Saw this on sammobile
Thanks in advance.
Yes you can. It's the first thing I did when I received my phone from Three. I got the unbranded Samsung BTU firmware from Sammobile and flashed via Odin. You do not need root and it will not trip knox because it's official firmware. The warranty status will remain intact.
Highspeed123 said:
Yes you can. It's the first thing I did when I received my phone from Three. I got the unbranded Samsung BTU firmware from Sammobile and flashed via Odin. You do not need root and it will not trip knox because it's official firmware. The warranty status will remain intact.
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Buddy! you have made me happy!!!!
can I just follow this?
http://nasirtech.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/update-g925fxxu1aocz-android-502.html
Ronaldo_9 said:
Buddy! you have made me happy!!!!
can I just follow this?
http://nasirtech.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/update-g925fxxu1aocz-android-502.html
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Yes that guide looks fine, I only ever use the Odin method myself. I also used Odin3 v3.10.6 rather than the v3.9 listed in the guide but I doubt it would make much difference. Just be sure to follow the steps exactly. No problem bro.
Highspeed123 said:
Yes that guide looks fine, I only ever use the Odin method myself. I also used Odin3 v3.10.6 rather than the v3.9 listed in the guide but I doubt it would make much difference. Just be sure to follow the steps exactly. No problem bro.
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Cheers, one last thing, will this give you OTA updates?
Yes, you won't be modifying the firmware. As long as you don't flash a custom rom/kernel or root your S6 you'll keep the warranty and get OTA updates. I even think that using the unbranded BTU firmware will get the updates faster because there is no waiting for the network to add extra bloat or a boot animation/image etc. You will probably need the EE firmware for WiFi calling though....I don't know about that.
Sent from my SM-G925F
thanks, all converted
the wifi calling is on EE firmware but I think I can live without it for now
Highspeed123 said:
Yes, you won't be modifying the firmware. As long as you don't flash a custom rom/kernel or root your S6 you'll keep the warranty and get OTA updates. I even think that using the unbranded BTU firmware will get the updates faster because there is no waiting for the network to add extra bloat or a boot animation/image etc. You will probably need the EE firmware for WiFi calling though....I don't know about that.
Sent from my SM-G925F
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Gather flashing BTU will not sim unlock the device also has anyone received and ota's since flashing BTU?
Garner said:
Gather flashing BTU will not sim unlock the device also has anyone received and ota's since flashing BTU?
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This is one of the best that work guides to debrand
http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/04/Ho...al-Firmware-on-Samsung-Galaxy-S6-S6-Edge.html
I have a Vodafone Germany Galaxy S6 Edge (G925F) and my phone already received a new OTA the very first day I setup the phone. The current firmware my phone is running is the "ODG" one.
I have noticed that the UK / Europe Model (XEU) has the latest firmware "OE3"
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/46968/G925FXXU1AOE3_G925FOXA1AOE3_XEU/
I checked at Sammobile forums they informed that as long as my Vodafone Germany Galaxy S6 Edge is unlocked I can flash the "XEU firmware".
Here is what they found from the XEU firmware:
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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?>
<SW-Configuration>
<MobileData>
<PublicName>SM-G925F</PublicName>
</MobileData>
<CustomerDataSet>
<CSCName>G925FOXA</CSCName>
<CSCVersion>1AOE3</CSCVersion>
<NbCustomer>9</NbCustomer>
<CustomerData src="/Customer/CPW/customer.xml" /> - United Kingdom (Carphone Warehouse)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/DBT/customer.xml" /> - Germany (Telekom.de,Vodafone.de,E-Plus,o2-de)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/ITV/customer.xml" /> - Italy (TIM,Vodafone,WIND,H3G, Fastweb)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/KOR/customer.xml" /> - Korea (Gumi,Suwon)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/XEO/customer.xml" /> - Poland (Plus,T-Mobile,Heyah,Orange,Play cyfrowy Polsat)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/XEF/customer.xml" /> - France (Orange,SFR,BOUYGTEL,FREE)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/BTU/customer.xml" /> - UK & IRE (O2,Orange,LIFE Mobile,EE/T-Mobile,Virgin,Vodafone,BT Mobile,H3G,Asda,Meteor,Tesco Mobile Ireland,Talkmobile,TalkTalk)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/NEE/customer.xml" /> - Nordic (Halebop, Aina,Spring,Telenor,NetCom,Mobile Norway,Tele2 No,DNA,Elisa,FIN SONERA,Saunalahti,Telia,DK TDC,CallMe & DLG,Telenor,Telmore,Tele2comviq,3,Nova,Vodafone Iceland,Siminn,Tele reenland,Ventelo)
<CustomerData src="/Customer/XEU/customer.xml" /> - United Kingdom (O2,Orange,T-Mobile,Virgin,Vodafone,TESCO,BT Mobile,H3G,Asda,Meteor,Tesco Mobile Ireland,Talk Mobile)
</CustomerDataSet>
</SW-Configuration>
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I believe you can also flash the same firmware for your VOdafone UK model.
It is a new firmware compared to the one available for the BTU model.
I am just wondering if I do flash the firmware through Odin, will I loose all the data (Videos, Photos and MP3) which I have stored in my phone?
Hi all
I tried this using the instructions in the link above and with the latest unbranded UK firmware from sammobile but keep getting a fail about 1/4 of the way in.
I'm trying to flash over EE firmware on a carrier locked phone.
Any ideas?!
Gooner4_1998 said:
Hi all
I tried this using the instructions in the link above and with the latest unbranded UK firmware from sammobile but keep getting a fail about 1/4 of the way in.
I'm trying to flash over EE firmware on a carrier locked phone.
Any ideas?!
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You can't flash any other firmware if your phone is carrier locked.
If you got to this forum you will see that I had posted a similar question and the answer I got was if the phone is unlocked you can flash firmwares from other models in the region.
http://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26878
MCube74 said:
You can't flash any other firmware if your phone is career unlocked.
If you got to this forum you will see that I had posted a similar question and the answer I got was if the phone is unlocked you can flash firmwares from other models in the region.
http://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26878
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Ok, thanks.
I had thought this was possible as I read a post elsewhere that someone on EE had done it. Can't find the post now though to ask a question!
Related
When I connect my S3 to Kies, it shows the following firmware : PDA:LH9 / PHONE:LH9 / CSC:LH9 (BTU) [Am running the JB leaks]
I bought my S3 internationally, so that is probably why the firmware is the UK version.
However, I live in India. So, my question is, when the official JB comes out, will I be able to update my S3 to that from Kies after removing root & resetting the Flash counter from Stock ROM ?? But will I also have to change the CSC code to India to be able to update from India or just flashing the Indian 4.0.4 firmware from Sammobile will be good enough. I don't really have much idea about CSC, so please forgive me if it's a stupid question.
Sorry, if this already been asked before, but I couldn't find any info upon searching.
Thanks
The CSC isn't relevant at all. You can go to http://sammobile.com or even http://androidfirmwares.net and look for the relevant Multi-CSC ROM. Now saying this is don't know what's the CSC code for your region if one exists but it won't make a difference what you flash because there's no differences.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2
sidthegreatest said:
When I connect my S3 to Kies, it shows the following firmware : PDA:LH9 / PHONE:LH9 / CSC:LH9 (BTU) [Am running the JB leaks]
I bought my S3 internationally, so that is probably why the firmware is the UK version.
However, I live in India. So, my question is, when the official JB comes out, will I be able to update my S3 to that from Kies after removing root & resetting the Flash counter from Stock ROM ?? But will I also have to change the CSC code to India to be able to update from India or just flashing the Indian 4.0.4 firmware from Sammobile will be good enough. I don't really have much idea about CSC, so please forgive me if it's a stupid question.
Sorry, if this already been asked before, but I couldn't find any info upon searching.
Thanks
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Grab your stock Rom from sammobile original and why not new JB when it comes out for your exact provider. I'd flash it with mobile odin pro and keep everoot. Counter will be 0, status will be normal. Need warranty remove traces of root unroot and you're done.
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CSC Definition .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
jje
Hi all, I need some information/help regarding the method to unroot my phone. i have checked a bunch of sites online and i know what the general idea is, but i can't seem to find the original firmware for my phone.
i am currently using an i9300 that I purchased unlocked from Amsterdam last summer. i have rooted it and have been using it on cm9 stable for the international s3 and now want to go back to stock firmware for warranty reasons.
i have been through the list of firmwares on samsung-updates.com but I am not sure which firmware i should install for my specific phone. there are a few netherlands links that i saw but were for tmobile...
furthermore, using *#1234# on my phone doesnt do anythign at all. the baseband version is i9300CELH1 when i go into about phone.
please help me figure out where I can find the original firmware for my phone that will keep it in its original warranty.
Thanks and I apologize in advance if I come off as a noob!
shehryar_e said:
Hi all, I need some information/help regarding the method to unroot my phone. i have checked a bunch of sites online and i know what the general idea is, but i can't seem to find the original firmware for my phone.
i am currently using an i9300 that I purchased unlocked from Amsterdam last summer. i have rooted it and have been using it on cm9 stable for the international s3 and now want to go back to stock firmware for warranty reasons.
i have been through the list of firmwares on samsung-updates.com but I am not sure which firmware i should install for my specific phone. there are a few netherlands links that i saw but were for tmobile...
furthermore, using *#1234# on my phone doesnt do anythign at all. the baseband version is i9300CELH1 when i go into about phone.
please help me figure out where I can find the original firmware for my phone that will keep it in its original warranty.
Thanks and I apologize in advance if I come off as a noob!
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Depends on what carrier you are with but...goto Sammobile.com and check Firmwares they are in there, you can download and then flash them using your PC
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Depends on what carrier you are with but...goto Sammobile.com and check Firmwares they are in there, you can download and then flash them using your PC
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my phone was unlocked, got it for 600 euros so it wasnt locked to any carrier as far as I know.
sam mobile shows tmobile and vodafone, and a third one that doesnt mention any carrier. should i just go ahead with that? either way, is there a chance of my phone being bricked?
shehryar_e said:
my phone was unlocked, got it for 600 euros so it wasnt locked to any carrier as far as I know.
sam mobile shows tmobile and vodafone, and a third one that doesnt mention any carrier. should i just go ahead with that? either way, is there a chance of my phone being bricked?
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There is always a 'Chance' of being bricked but to be honest if you follow the Instructions it should be all ok, I have flashed via ODIN quite a lot and never had any issues Id say go for whichever ROM version you want e.g. is 4.1.2, I know new version is out on Vodafone so id say give that one a try just make sure to select the correct model number
I'm entirely new to this so try to bear with me
I recently bought a Galaxy SII from a one day deals store and it arrived running Gingerbread 2.3.5. I want to update to the latest version available for the SII however the OTA update won't connect to the server and Kies (after at least two hours trying to get it to recognise my device) has told me that my current firmware can't be updated. Unless someone knows an obvious fix for Kies I guess I'm stuck with having to flash the new firmware using Odin. I'm using a guide on CNET (unfortunately I can't post links yet) that goes through installing ICS but replacing ICS with Jelly Bean.
The biggest problem is which firmware to get. My CSC code is OXA (Open Europe). Do I have to find firmware that matches that or can I just chose any one that I please then follow the guide that I'm using? I've been looking on SamMobile and there is a lot of different regions to chose from but none of them have the OXA CSC code and I don't know what to do. Also, is there anything I should look out for? I don't want to brick my phone.
Thanks in advance for your help. I'm sure it gets tiresome helping people like me.
Aleatoire said:
I'm entirely new to this so try to bear with me
I recently bought a Galaxy SII from a one day deals store and it arrived running Gingerbread 2.3.5. I want to update to the latest version available for the SII however the OTA update won't connect to the server and Kies (after at least two hours trying to get it to recognise my device) has told me that my current firmware can't be updated. Unless someone knows an obvious fix for Kies I guess I'm stuck with having to flash the new firmware using Odin. I'm using a guide on CNET (unfortunately I can't post links yet) that goes through installing ICS but replacing ICS with Jelly Bean.
The biggest problem is which firmware to get. My CSC code is OXA (Open Europe). Do I have to find firmware that matches that or can I just chose any one that I please then follow the guide that I'm using? I've been looking on SamMobile and there is a lot of different regions to chose from but none of them have the OXA CSC code and I don't know what to do. Also, is there anything I should look out for? I don't want to brick my phone.
Thanks in advance for your help. I'm sure it gets tiresome helping people like me.
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http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/?model=GT-I9100&pcode=OXA#firmware
There you go OXA It seems open Europe ended at 2.3.5 .. No wonder you can't update.. Anyway Poland's firmware should work just fine. Or just search the firmware of your own region. Do remember to do a factory reset after flashing JellyBean!
Alternately I recommend this. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487 Its the latest firmware Samsung has to offer.
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There you go OXA It seems open Europe ended at 2.3.5 .. No wonder you can't update.. Anyway Poland's firmware should work just fine. Or just search the firmware of your own region. Do remember to do a factory reset after flashing JellyBean!
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Thanks for the speedy reply. I think I understand now. The CSC is really only relevant to your current version. If I flash Jelly Bean from another region the CSC will just change to that region and still work as normal? Does it have any effect whatsoever on the function of the phone?
Aleatoire said:
Thanks for the speedy reply. I think I understand now. The CSC is really only relevant to your current version. If I flash Jelly Bean from another region the CSC will just change to that region and still work as normal? Does it have any effect whatsoever on the function of the phone?
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Yes CSC is bundled with the firmware. Dunno why but every time I flash a firmware it does not come with CSC and I must flash it manually.. Now that's a whole other story. If you plan on flashing a firmware not related to you region e.g you flash a European firmware while you stay in Asia then the CSC is quite pointless as kies won't let you update through it anyway. That said you must have the correct CSC/Firmware/Modem and region to recieve official updates through Kies. If not updating via Odin is good as well .
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Yes CSC is bundled with the firmware. Dunno why but every time I flash a firmware it does not come with CSC and I must flash it manually.. Now that's a whole other story. If you plan on flashing a firmware not related to you region e.g you flash a European firmware while you stay in Asia then the CSC is quite pointless as kies won't let you update through it anyway. That said you must have the correct CSC/Firmware/Modem and region to recieve official updates through Kies. If not updating via Odin is good as well .
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Well I live in New Zealand and the phone that I have has the European CSC code. The site that I got it from is called 1-day who claim to find the best prices from around the world in order to give ridiculously low prices. I assume that means that my phone came all the way over from Europe. Based on what you say then, I assume then that the CSC wouldn't matter in my case anyway as even stock, my CSC is in the wrong region?
Aleatoire said:
Well I live in New Zealand and the phone that I have has the European CSC code. The site that I got it from is called 1-day who claim to find the best prices from around the world in order to give ridiculously low prices. I assume that means that my phone came all the way over from Europe. Based on what you say then, I assume then that the CSC wouldn't matter in my case anyway as even stock, my CSC is in the wrong region?
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Its OK at most bring it down to Samsung service centre and ask them to update your phone to the latest they have. They should be more then happy to help.
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Its OK at most bring it down to Samsung service centre and ask them to update your phone to the latest they have. They should be more then happy to help.
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Awesome, thanks for your help. I'm fine with just flashing it with Odin. I was planning to root it anyway. I'm just trying to find out as much as I can before I try.
Sometime today i get a new s9+ it will come with the vodafone uk bloatware on, if i was to flash the btu firmware would that count as unofficial firmware and trip knox?
No, so long as you don't root your phone, you should be fine.
Thats good to know
I dont suppose anyone has yet made an app that allows you to remove system apps without root?
Package disabler pro. You'll have to search for it.
Hi Melliwuk - did you end up flashing your phone to BTU? What was your experience? I have S9+ (SM-G965F) and am on an O2/O2/O2 CSC and want to switch to BTU, but like you don't want to trip Knox! TIA
clipper2007 said:
Hi Melliwuk - did you end up flashing your phone to BTU? What was your experience? I have S9+ (SM-G965F) and am on an O2/O2/O2 CSC and want to switch to BTU, but like you don't want to trip Knox! TIA
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Flashing official Samsung firmware with Odin will never trip KNOX, only flashing custom software like roms, kernels and recovery will trip KNOX.
clipper2007 said:
Hi Melliwuk - did you end up flashing your phone to BTU? What was your experience? I have S9+ (SM-G965F) and am on an O2/O2/O2 CSC and want to switch to BTU, but like you don't want to trip Knox! TIA
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As @gee2012 said above, flashing official firmware won't trip Knox.
You just flash the firmware files in Odin. It's quite straight forward. Follow this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ficial-stock-firmware-thread-samsung-t3764479
You can download the latest BTU firmware here: https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=C397FC9F516E11E89F15FA163EE8F90B
Many thanks for the confirmation and the links @gee2012 and @the_scotsman!
hey but do we have the same problem like the s8? I mean with the CSC code, that if i flash the BTU I will have the default CSC and for have problems with samsung pay?
Are there any risks associated with this like tripping knox?
Tablet is working fine just curious.
Thanks for reading
>>>Edit it should read SM-T865N in title. Could a MOD Please change it? If possible <<<
As far as I know, this does not trip knox.
I can confirm it does not trip Knox.
I flashed the latest available UK firmware listed on Sammobile.com
The rom was PDA T865XXU1ASH6, however it is a German rom. Or at least that is the first language coming up on a reboot and also the language used by the Samsung members app. Previously both were South Korean.
i took a chance i figured it out
i did removed all my accounts from the tablet (and remove Samsung account !!). did a factory reset.
my device was purchased in korea, making it the SM-T865N version
factory unlocked
came stock with this:
checked by calling *#1234#
AP: T865NKOU2ASL3
CP: T865NKOU2ASL3
CSC: T865NKOO2ASL3
i downloaded this firmware file:
T865XXU2ASL3_T865OLM2ASL3_XSA.zip
from:
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-tab-s6-lte/firmware/#SM-T865
this is the United Kingdom firmware
i extracted it using 7zip.
put my tablet in download mode,
started ODIN, and loaded 4 files from the extracted firmware:
AP_T865XXU2ASL3_CL17437689_QB27772178_REV00_user_l ow_ship_MULTI_CERT_meta_OS9.tar.md5
BL_T865XXU2ASL3_CL17437689_QB27772178_REV00_user_l ow_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CP_T865XXU2ASL3_CP14585667_CL17437689_QB27772178_R EV00_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CSC_OMC_OXM_T865OXM2ASL3_CL17437689_QB27772178_REV 00_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
*****
i did not use:
HOME_CSC_OMC_OXM_T865OXM2ASL3_CL17437689_QB2777217 8_REV00_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
wanted to do a full wipe of all my settings and apps
i did not check any settings in ODIN.
Clicked Start, all went ok !!
its now an SM-T865
the weather app works, the downloads are faster, it has not dropped the wifi. cellular works as it should.
the only noticeable difference is with the phone app. there is no record the call button.
it also fixed the not connecting to the cell network unless it was in 3G only ... now works in lte/4G automatically
if i have any problems with it i will post again describing them. hopefully i never do
i will try
but down speed is bad
so
# 200505 1700 update
yes i success
I have a T-mobile SM-T867U. I checked Sammoblle for the Firmware and it comes up SM-T865 which has a Android Q for the United Kingdom (BTU) which I have used with al my previous rooted Samsung. phones.
I wanted to upgrade to Q with ODIN but am concerned about bricking the tablet, Any Ideas? Has anyone done this?
rfb813 said:
I have a T-mobile SM-T867U. I checked Sammoblle for the Firmware and it comes up SM-T865 which has a Android Q for the United Kingdom (BTU) which I have used with al my previous rooted Samsung. phones.
I wanted to upgrade to Q with ODIN but am concerned about bricking the tablet, Any Ideas? Has anyone done this?
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we have fashboot isn't it?
Hey guys i have the Tab S6 From Tmobile im planing on flash it to UK Firmware to have Android 10 i should do it normally or i should hold on until andrid 10 is release by tmobile i dont want to brick my tablet if anyone here has try and can confirm i be grateful thanks guys
Hi I have the same problem. I have an S6 SM-T865N tablet and I would like to change it to SM-865 .. But is it possible to do this with the procedure described above? Thanks in advance