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TRY ROOTING WITH THIS .FIRST if your on e2306 download version .112, then download the rootkit.- h t tps://www.dropbox.com/s/edse0h6b02odzn1/rootkitXperia_E23xx.zip?dl=0.
INSTAL ADB THEN GO INTO ABOUT PHONE, TAP BUILD NUMBER , GO TO DEVELOPER OPTIONS AND TURN ON USB DEBUGGING THEN PLUG IN TO YOUR COMPUTER AND RUN THE INSTALL FILE.
after install download TWRP LOCKED BOOTLOADER FOLLOW HERE -http://forum.xda-developers.com/m4-aqua/development/bl-locked-twrp-touch-recovery-bl-locked-t3257430
IF IT DOES NOT WORK TRY ROOTING WITH MY OTHER METHOD.
I figure out how to root all m4 aqua that have locked bootloader and cant be unlocked like mines. it actually very simple and i dont know why no one thought of it but first you have to use flashtool and download ftf thats fits your memory
8gb m4 aqua flash this version using flashtool does not matter what version your is unless it the 8gb model --LINKh t t ps://drive.google.com /file/d/ 0BzVQf67OZ9NtMFotOXRycTZoSlk/view?pli=1
if you have the 16gb model flash this version it is also the dual sim version LINK h t t p s ://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzNI3B6FbXTMdC1yRDhOZjk5SDg/view
after you flash the rom do into settings and tap the build number until you have developer options and turn on usb debugging lastly download this roottoolkit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/root-how-to-root-5-0-lollipop-t3212108
8G IS E2303
16GB IS E2363
now run the install file and then BAM!!! YOU HAVE ROOT. this worked on my xperia m4 locked to wind mobile version E2306 I used the 16gb version E2363.. enjoy your root any question just msg me.:good:
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NEW ROOT METHOD WITH TWRP RECOVERY LOCKED BOOTLOADER http://forum.xda-developers.com/m4-aqua/development/bl-locked-twrp-touch-recovery-bl-locked-t3257430
Ok, so I was desperate enough to try your method despite the broken english haha.... Can I say that I love you? BECAUSE IT WORKED! Can confirm this method works for the 16 gb E2306 LOCKED bootloader. To add some clarification for others reading this.
1. When flashing the ftf file, be sure to do a full wipe
2. First boot will take a while
3. Make sure to place the root installer in the same folder as you ADB folder.
All the best, thank you, and time to give life to this phone
donkeykongking said:
Ok, so I was desperate enough to try your method despite the broken english haha.... Can I say that I love you? BECAUSE IT WORKED! Can confirm this method works for the 16 gb E2306 LOCKED bootloader. To add some clarification for others reading this.
1. When flashing the ftf file, be sure to do a full wipe
2. First boot will take a while
3. Make sure to place the root installer in the same folder as you ADB folder.
All the best, thank you, and time to give life to this phone
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your very welcome. now i can enjoy playing games without lag
How do you Run the .bat File?? it wont run
Minakawa89 said:
How do you Run the .bat File?? it wont run
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I think you need to do some modifications to the .bat file. Check the model and build number and replace with yours. I even change the filename and include my model number there,in my case E2312 .
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How do you Run the .bat File?? it wont run
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make sure you install adb http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
BEASTMODEKILLA said:
I figure out how to root all m4 aqua that have locked bootloader and cant be unlocked like mines. it actually very simple and i dont know why no one thought of it but first you have to use flashtool and download ftf thats fits your memory
8gb m4 aqua flash this version using flashtool does not matter what version your is unless it the 8gb model --LINKh t t ps://drive.google.com /file/d/ 0BzVQf67OZ9NtMFotOXRycTZoSlk/view?pli=1
if you have the 16gb model flash this version it is also the dual sim version LINK h t t p s ://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzNI3B6FbXTMdC1yRDhOZjk5SDg/view
after you flash the rom do into settings and tap the build number until you have developer options and turn on usb debugging lastly download this roottoolkit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/root-how-to-root-5-0-lollipop-t3212108
8G IS E2303
16GB IS E2363
now run the install file and then BAM!!! YOU HAVE ROOT. this worked on my xperia m4 locked to wind mobile version E2306 I used the 16gb version E2363. when done you can chose to use flash tool to flash your ftf system.sin if you want. enjoy your root any question just msg me.:good:
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Does it works with other compilation? Or Does it works with ROM downloaded from flashtool settings (the same compilation, but not from google drive, from flashtool)?
Root success ! thank you
So I have been unable to get my data to activate on the dual sim firmware, should I just flash the original E2306 firmware? will that remove root?
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So I have been unable to get my data to activate on the dual sim firmware, should I just flash the original E2306 firmware? will that remove root?
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I think there is a way in the settings to turn on data for your Sim I will look for a link or a YouTube video on how to control dual Sims forth m4 on youtube
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So I have been unable to get my data to activate on the dual sim firmware, should I just flash the original E2306 firmware? will that remove root?
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Try this h t tps://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiam4aquadual/userguide/Internet-and-messaging-settings/
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Try this h t tps://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiam4aquadual/userguide/Internet-and-messaging-settings/
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Unfortunately that did not work. I had an lte connection prior to rooting, so i think i has to do with the rooting process. Also, options such as data roaming were available prior to root, and no longer now. Can I safely flash the e2306 ftf file without breaking root?
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Unfortunately that did not work. I had an lte connection prior to rooting, so i think i has to do with the rooting process. Also, options such as data roaming were available prior to root, and no longer now. Can I safely flash the e2306 ftf file without breaking root?
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I have not tried that. but try it and let me know if you still have root after that. dont forget NOT to wipe your data when flashing with flashtool to see if you keep the root. if it does work i will flash back to e2306 version. good luck:good:
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Unfortunately that did not work. I had an lte connection prior to rooting, so i think i has to do with the rooting process. Also, options such as data roaming were available prior to root, and no longer now. Can I safely flash the e2306 ftf file without breaking root?
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tried it. i lost root so no it does not work try flashing the basebands from e2306 idk
BEASTMODEKILLA said:
tried it. i lost root so no it does not work try flashing the basebands from e2306 idk
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I am still waiting for the ftf file to download due to the only server i could find throttling the speed. Ill try it once I have the file downloaded.
you have to set your apn settings and reboot the phone, after i flashed the dual sim firmware i lost my lte too, you gotta set your phone service apn
Minakawa89 said:
you have to set your apn settings and reboot the phone, after i flashed the dual sim firmware i lost my lte too, you gotta set your phone service apn
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I manually set my apn settings in order to get data prior to rooting. Then once I rooted it was never able to connect to the data network.
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I manually set my apn settings in order to get data prior to rooting. Then once I rooted it was never able to connect to the data network.
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When you rooted with the rootkit, did you get a message prior to completion saying something like "incorrect socket, rebooting to avoid crash" ? because i might have an issue with how xperia rootkit is setup to cause my data to not work
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So I have been unable to get my data to activate on the dual sim firmware, should I just flash the original E2306 firmware? will that remove root?
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Well I also undergo same problem after did root my E2312,happened after I did remove a bloatware via xplore (phone rooted).Phone reboot and suddenly I cannot access all network related things,from wifi to data network.I did google and some results say things related to my xperia theft protection (mxtp) or selinux,some sort like that.The .85 ftf that i have flashed actually trigger mxtp by default but I don't think it is the real problem,same goes to selinux things.What I did is just reflash the .85 ftf,set-up,get root and disable mxtp+make selinux permissive. Now my phone is just okay.Only looking for solution tu disable software update that keep nagging,but it is not a big deal.
I've released some tools for BL locked M4 Aqua.
rootkitXperia_E23xx
TWRP for BL locked M4 Aqua
twrp_prerooted_M4.zip
The thread below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/m4-aqua/development/bl-locked-twrp-touch-recovery-bl-locked-t3257430
So I tried out the E2303 firmware on my phone despite having a 16gb phone and it worked! thank you for your help and work
G930U QD2 Root Use at your own risk
This was done with the ota update and was not factory reset - no data lost
Disable Security Updates-
Settings > Lock Screen > Security > Other Security > Security Policy Updates > OFF and Wi-Fi only
Disable apps-
SecurityLogAgent
com.sec.android.soagent
tethering.automation
com.android.sharedstoragebackup
Diagmonagent
Security storage
Disable auto updates-
Go into System updates - disable Download updates automatically
Enable developer options-
enable OEM unlock, and USB debugging, turn off Auto update system and verify apps over ADB
Turn on airplane mode
Turn off all lock screen security pin or pattern also delete fingerprints and turn off secure start up
Flash in odin AP slot-
Eng boot s7 Qualcomm all varient for nogaut
S health seems to be working fine with root
For sound mod use a.r.i.s.e audio mod and flash through flashfire confirmed working
******Please post any system apps or bloat ware that you have unistalled using titanium back up to free up memory or if not able to post screens of the apps installed to create the same scenario
Eng boot s7 Qualcomm s7 all varients
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767141717
Run root.bat
After startup make sure you allow connection with pc after plugging in phone
Disable auto update for su app in playstore
Also allow all su request in su settings
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634750763
For getting fingerprint to work follow page 111
https://forum.xda-developers.com/tm...-rooted-nougat-s7-edge-g935t-t3567502/page111
Anything flashed through flash fire please make sure you mount system as read/write
Battery drain is a little more but not by much may want to try lspeed
Any audio mods please use a.r.i.s.e sound mod and enable se as permissive
shakkirk said:
Sorry for asking noob questian, can I able to work TWRP after this root?
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TWRP won't work with our phones. Unless you really need root, I would just run it stock. Root is a little unstable and battery is worse too. Any reason why you want to root?
There is a custom twrp but secure startup causes the phone not to boot do not flash custom recovery for the s7 qualcomm devices
shakkirk said:
For install any rom with Arabic support, I really need Arabic support , actually I am not in US, it was purchased used One,
Your kind support highly appreciate.
Thank You
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Aribac support ?
shakkirk said:
Yes Language from English to Arabic.
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May need to download the language pack i am unsure
Check here
lvpre said:
TWRP won't work with our phones. Unless you really need root, I would just run it stock. Root is a little unstable and battery is worse too. Any reason why you want to root?
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Do not flash recovery at all unless you want to not be able to boot
shakkirk said:
Unfortunately there is no option to change system language, only option to add keayboard languages
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I just tried and added new system language.
go to Settings, General Management, Language and Input, Language, add language.
If Arabic doesn't show in language list, click on 3 dots on top right and select All languages.
Scroll down to bottom, you should see Arabic over there.
Hope this helps.
From the Googling of it, it sounds like you followed the directions to change the language. It does say if a language is not supported, it will roll to the next language that is... Which would be English. If you added another language (being mindful of how to be able to go back in and change it back to English later)... For example maybe Spanish, might tell you if it looks only partially changed​ her due to a Arabic not being guy supported as a language to change into...as it's not built into the firmware?
I wish there were better answers, but sometimes these firmwares are localized, and if you have a USA branded model... It might be mainly localized off English, Spanish, French Canadian (maybe?).
Maybe I'm wrong and someone can give you a better detailed answer!
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
POWerSUrgeSW3 said:
From the Googling of it, it sounds like you followed the directions to change the language. It does say if a language is not supported, it will roll to the next language that is... Which would be English. If you added another language (being mindful of how to be able to go back in and change it back to English later)... For example maybe Spanish, might tell you if it looks only partially changed​ her due to a Arabic not being guy supported as a language to change into...as it's not built into the firmware?
I wish there were better answers, but sometimes these firmwares are localized, and if you have a USA branded model... It might be mainly localized off English, Spanish, French Canadian (maybe?).
Maybe I'm wrong and someone can give you a better detailed answer!
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
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I think you hit the nail on the head.
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
miko12312 said:
G930U QD2 Root Use at your own risk
This was done with the ota update and was not factory reset - no data lost
Disable Security Updates-
Settings > Lock Screen > Security > Other Security > Security Policy Updates > OFF and Wi-Fi only
Disable apps-
SecurityLogAgent
com.sec.android.soagent
tethering.automation
com.android.sharedstoragebackup
Diagmonagent
Security storage
Disable auto updates-
Go into System updates - disable Download updates automatically
Enable developer options-
enable OEM unlock, and USB debugging, turn off Auto update system and verify apps over ADB
Turn on airplane mode
Turn off all lock screen security pin or pattern also delete fingerprints and turn off secure start up
Flash in odin AP slot-
Eng boot s7 Qualcomm all varient for nogaut
S health seems to be working fine with root
For sound mod use a.r.i.s.e audio mod and flash through flashfire confirmed working
******Please post any system apps or bloat ware that you have unistalled using titanium back up to free up memory or if not able to post screens of the apps installed to create the same scenario
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Can you detail the process for reactivation after rooting? This information seems to be missing and nothing I've tried for activation seems to work.
goliath714 said:
Can you detail the process for reactivation after rooting? This information seems to be missing and nothing I've tried for activation seems to work.
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You need to activate the phone first then root ,i stated this was done with ota update meaning i was usi g the phone normally before rooting
miko12312 said:
You need to activate the phone first then root ,i stated this was done with ota update meaning i was usi g the phone normally before rooting
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I did that already, it didn't work for me.
Edit: Is it necessary to turn on airplane mode for this process? Also, when you say ota does that mean you started with PL2 and took the ota upgrade or was it QD2 flashed through Odin?
goliath714 said:
I did that already, it didn't work for me.
Edit: Is it necessary to turn on airplane mode for this process? Also, when you say ota does that mean you started with PL2 and took the ota upgrade or was it QD2 flashed through Odin?
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I did put it into airplane mode and also the last mm firmware o beliave qc1, then auto updated not through odin ,
goliath714 said:
I did that already, it didn't work for me.
Edit: Is it necessary to turn on airplane mode for this process? Also, when you say ota does that mean you started with PL2 and took the ota upgrade or was it QD2 flashed through Odin?
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Were u able to get it
miko12312 said:
Were u able to get it
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Nope, went from a clean flash of PL2, upgraded to QD2 and rooted, but still no activation.
goliath714 said:
Nope, went from a clean flash of PL2, upgraded to QD2 and rooted, but still no activation.
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Did u activate the sim before or after u rooted
miko12312 said:
Did u activate the sim before or after u rooted
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Before. I followed the steps you have in the OP to the letter, disabled the same packages, turned airplane mode on, had everything activated and working before anything else, and after rooting no lines in build prop for cdma options, and APN's go away after trying to manually add them.
goliath714 said:
Before. I followed the steps you have in the OP to the letter, disabled the same packages, turned airplane mode on, had everything activated and working before anything else, and after rooting no lines in build prop for cdma options, and ASN's go away after trying to manually add them.
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Im wondering,what sim are u trying to activate mine was att ,if ur trying to use sprint u may need to deactivate chameloen also what are u using to disable the packages/apps, because i did this three times before i confirmed rooted,also did you decative the shared storage apk
Hi:
Newbie here, so please bear with me. I am fairly techie, but never really worked on phones (I'm a Windows / Network engineer by trade).
I had an S6 Edge on the Vodafone network, and live in an area with poor cell coverage. So, I fully took advantage of wifi calling. I've upgraded to the S8 (gorgeous phone, BTW) so I gave the device to my missus, who made the mistake of buying an EE iPhone, and hates it.
We unlocked the phone to the EE network, but the wifi calling option has vanished, and I've been told that this is by design, as only phone purchased directly from EE have wifi calling enabled.
Been looking around, and have seen that if we root the phone and flash it with an EE image, then things should be hunky dory. However, having never undertaken a project like this on a phone, I'm seeking some guidance, as I don't want to completely brick the device.
Are there any idiot-proof step-by-step guides on here to do this?
Cheers in Advance
Steevi93 said:
Hi:
Newbie here, so please bear with me. I am fairly techie, but never really worked on phones (I'm a Windows / Network engineer by trade).
I had an S6 Edge on the Vodafone network, and live in an area with poor cell coverage. So, I fully took advantage of wifi calling. I've upgraded to the S8 (gorgeous phone, BTW) so I gave the device to my missus, who made the mistake of buying an EE iPhone, and hates it.
We unlocked the phone to the EE network, but the wifi calling option has vanished, and I've been told that this is by design, as only phone purchased directly from EE have wifi calling enabled.
Been looking around, and have seen that if we root the phone and flash it with an EE image, then things should be hunky dory. However, having never undertaken a project like this on a phone, I'm seeking some guidance, as I don't want to completely brick the device.
Are there any idiot-proof step-by-step guides on here to do this?
Cheers in Advance
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It's actually a lot simpler than you think. No need to root all you have to do is flash the EE firmware through Odin (Samsung flashing tool) and voila, EE Wi-Fi calling will appear. Also volte will be available too.
If you need step by step I can help.
I need model number and android version and I can link you the firmware.
callumbr1 said:
It's actually a lot simpler than you think. No need to root all you have to do is flash the EE firmware through Odin (Samsung flashing tool) and voila, EE Wi-Fi calling will appear. Also volte will be available too.
If you need step by step I can help.
I need model number and android version and I can link you the firmware.
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Hey dude.... after trolling through this forum some more, I was able to find what I needed to flash the firmware onto the device... However, Wi-Fi calling (as an option) does not seem to appear yet, but I wonder if that is due to the lack of SIM card (wife put it back in her iPhone, so I could sort this at work.
If I've downloaded the wrong stuff, then I'm happy to redo.
Model Number: SM-G925F
Android Version: 7.0
Baseband Version: G925FXXU5EQF1
Steevi93 said:
Hey dude.... after trolling through this forum some more, I was able to find what I needed to flash the firmware onto the device... However, Wi-Fi calling (as an option) does not seem to appear yet, but I wonder if that is due to the lack of SIM card (wife put it back in her iPhone, so I could sort this at work.
If I've downloaded the wrong stuff, then I'm happy to redo.
Model Number: SM-G925F
Android Version: 7.0
Baseband Version: G925FXXU5EQF1
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When you downloaded the firmware was there 5 files in the zip? Or just the one AP file?
Did you look in phone app > settings then scroll to bottom for Wi-Fi calling option? If you flashed an EE firmware it should be there mate.
As well as the EE firmware you need to have the EE csc. You have this csc, EVR?
callumbr1 said:
When you downloaded the firmware was there 5 files in the zip? Or just the one AP file?
Did you look in phone app > settings then scroll to bottom for Wi-Fi calling option? If you flashed an EE firmware it should be there mate.
As well as the EE firmware you need to have the EE csc. You have this csc, EVR?
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Hi... There was only the one file (the AP file, I believe)_ and no, when I checked the phone settings, wifi calling was not showing as an option. If you have a link to the correct firmware, I'm happy to reflash the phone, as I have everything here with me at work.
Steevi93 said:
Hi... There was only the one file (the AP file, I believe)_ and no, when I checked the phone settings, wifi calling was not showing as an option. If you have a link to the correct firmware, I'm happy to reflash the phone, as I have everything here with me at work.
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Flash this version from here
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=75717719616711E7963AFA163EE8F90B
The version you flashed previous was PRT Poland version.
Flash the one I posted it is UK EVR and then you will have Wi-Fi calling.
callumbr1 said:
Flash this version from here
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=75717719616711E7963AFA163EE8F90B
The version you flashed previous was PRT Poland version.
Flash the one I posted it is UK EVR and then you will have Wi-Fi calling.
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Thanks.... I will give that a go when I get home. Cheers.
Steevi93 said:
Thanks.... I will give that a go when I get home. Cheers.
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No problem
Steevi93 said:
Thanks.... I will give that a go when I get home. Cheers.
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If by chance you encounter hidden.img fail in Odin don't panic.
Just unpack the firmware and remove the hidden.img. repack and flash again.
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If by chance you encounter hidden.img fail in Odin don't panic.
Just unpack the firmware and remove the hidden.img. repack and flash again.
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Heya.... no such "issues" so to speak. Just one where my baby kicked the USB cable, causing a brief disconnect during the flashing process. This, of course, sent me into a spiral of panic because the entire phone crashed, with errors, recovery messages invoking Smart Switch, and the like. However, restarting the phone and connecting it to Odin completely recovered the phone.
Initially, the flashing worked, but it didn't enabled Wi-Fi calling, so I reset the phone back to factory settings, flashed it again and voila!!!! Worked like a charm! Then restored the backup from Smart Switch that I made yesterday, and the missus now has a full functional EE phone with Wi-Fi calling.
Thanks very much for your help mate.... you're a legend.
I'm gonna keep Odin, as it seems like a great recovery tool as well. :good:
Steevi93 said:
Heya.... no such "issues" so to speak. Just one where my baby kicked the USB cable, causing a brief disconnect during the flashing process. This, of course, sent me into a spiral of panic because the entire phone crashed, with errors, recovery messages invoking Smart Switch, and the like. However, restarting the phone and connecting it to Odin completely recovered the phone.
Initially, the flashing worked, but it didn't enabled Wi-Fi calling, so I reset the phone back to factory settings, flashed it again and voila!!!! Worked like a charm! Then restored the backup from Smart Switch that I made yesterday, and the missus now has a full functional EE phone with Wi-Fi calling.
Thanks very much for your help mate.... you're a legend.
I'm gonna keep Odin, as it seems like a great recovery tool as well. :good:
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Hey buddy,
Brilliant news mate enjoy. Glad I could help you.
Yeah keep Odin as it's always very useful in times of need. However you shouldn't have any issues from now :good:
Thanks the posts if you can mate :good:
Hey guys,
Bought the galaxy s8 plus from a store thinking it was factory unlocked version directly from samsung, but it wasnt. Its the unlocked sprint version based on the radio, and it had a tmobile app or two already installed. I am using AT&T and would like to change the carrier to at&t so that I can get a few features for at&t (Mainly being able to send mms while on wifi). I updated to the latest online update (which im guessing i shouldnt have) and i would like to know if its possible to easily change the carrier still, and or if i can downgrade safely to change the carrier. If so, what files are the latest that I can get the ball rolling with? Using the AT&T version is completely fine.
I came across this youtube video that shows how to easily change carrier without flashing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msAHhCVF-F8
Basically i am a bit lost and would like to know if anyone can help at this point. Here are my software information:
Bootloader Version: G955USQU1AQGL
Build number NRD90M.G955USQU1AQGL
Active CSC Code: XAS
Please advise, thanks guys!
jxs714 said:
Hey guys,
Bought the galaxy s8 plus from a store thinking it was factory unlocked version directly from samsung, but it wasnt. Its the unlocked sprint version based on the radio, and it had a tmobile app or two already installed. I am using AT&T and would like to change the carrier to at&t so that I can get a few features for at&t (Mainly being able to send mms while on wifi). I updated to the latest online update (which im guessing i shouldnt have) and i would like to know if its possible to easily change the carrier still, and or if i can downgrade safely to change the carrier. If so, what files are the latest that I can get the ball rolling with? Using the AT&T version is completely fine.
I came across this youtube video that shows how to easily change carrier without flashing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msAHhCVF-F8
Basically i am a bit lost and would like to know if anyone can help at this point. Here are my software information:
Bootloader Version: G955USQU1AQGL
Build number NRD90M.G955USQU1AQGL
Active CSC Code: XAS
Please advise, thanks guys!
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Goto updato.com to download the latest AT&T stock firmware. Extract and flash the files in Odin. If you flash all the files (AP, BL, CP And CSC) you will wipe everything on the phone so backup first. If you don't want to start over, then just flash CP and CSC.
There are two versions, 955U and 955U1. The U version is carrier specific and will contain their own software bloat. The U1 version is unbranded so no carrier bloat.
If you need more details, search for carrier switch.
Edit: Here is the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473.
kleen3r said:
Goto updato.com to download the latest AT&T stock firmware. Extract and flash the files in Odin. If you flash all the files (AP, BL, CP And CSC) you will wipe everything on the phone so backup first. If you don't want to start over, then just flash CP and CSC.
There are two versions, 955U and 955U1. The U version is carrier specific and will contain their own software bloat. The U1 version is unbranded so no carrier bloat.
If you need more details, search for carrier switch.
Edit: Here is the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473.
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Sorry, double post. Final below
kleen3r said:
Goto updato.com to download the latest AT&T stock firmware. Extract and flash the files in Odin. If you flash all the files (AP, BL, CP And CSC) you will wipe everything on the phone so backup first. If you don't want to start over, then just flash CP and CSC.
There are two versions, 955U and 955U1. The U version is carrier specific and will contain their own software bloat. The U1 version is unbranded so no carrier bloat.
If you need more details, search for carrier switch.
Edit: Here is the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473.
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Hey my friend,
Thanks so much for reaching back with an update and for the support! Awesome! So, youre 100% sure downgrade procedure wont brick the device? Also, do you know if this will this trip knox? Last question: do you think this will solve the red tint on the edges of the phone? I heard this was supposedly a software issue, not hardware.
jxs714 said:
Hey my friend,
Thanks so much for reaching back with an update and for the support! Awesome! So, youre 100% sure downgrade procedure wont brick the device? Also, do you know if this will this trip knox? Last question: do you think this will solve the red tint on the edges of the phone? I heard this was supposedly a software issue, not hardware.
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I'm pretty confident downgrading will not brick. It will definitely not trip Knox. Here's is a link someone says they fixed it: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...sampwnd-root-green-screen-corruption-t3673810.
kleen3r said:
I'm pretty confident downgrading will not brick. It will definitely not trip Knox. Here's is a link someone says they fixed it: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...sampwnd-root-green-screen-corruption-t3673810.
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Hey Kleen3r,
Thanks for the update and support. Looks great. Going to try the downgrade and possibly also the link sent and reach back with an update in a few hours
kleen3r said:
I'm pretty confident downgrading will not brick. It will definitely not trip Knox. Here's is a link someone says they fixed it: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...sampwnd-root-green-screen-corruption-t3673810.
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kleen3r said:
Goto updato.com to download the latest AT&T stock firmware. Extract and flash the files in Odin. If you flash all the files (AP, BL, CP And CSC) you will wipe everything on the phone so backup first. If you don't want to start over, then just flash CP and CSC.
There are two versions, 955U and 955U1. The U version is carrier specific and will contain their own software bloat. The U1 version is unbranded so no carrier bloat.
If you need more details, search for carrier switch.
Edit: Here is the link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473.
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Ok, so I tried it and with the unbranded XAA version and I am getting a "FAIL! Model dismatch fail" in odin. Even tried renaming files to tar and removing md5 at the end.
I also noticed that when in download mode, there are no green words going across the screen like I see in youtube videos who get it after they connect it. Could it be i do not have specific drivers installed? I installed the samsung usb drivers.
EDIT: Scratch that, the odin PrinceComsy version (Has to have the banner at the top) seems to be working fine. I am currently flashing
jxs714 said:
Ok, so I tried it and with the unbranded XAA version and I am getting a "FAIL! Model dismatch fail" in odin. Even tried renaming files to tar and removing md5 at the end.
I also noticed that when in download mode, there are no green words going across the screen like I see in youtube videos who get it after they connect it. Could it be i do not have specific drivers installed? I installed the samsung usb drivers.
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Download quick reboot for your phone and use the app to get into download mode. Make sure you have debug settings turned on in phone. Also check if you can access the phone when its plugged into your computer. If you see it as a drive, then the drivers were installed correctly. If not, uninstall and reinstall.
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Download quick reboot for your phone and use the app to get into download mode. Make sure you have debug settings turned on in phone. Also check if you can access the phone when its plugged into your computer. If you see it as a drive, then the drivers were installed correctly. If not, uninstall and reinstall.
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Awesome. ok, so i got it to work. But now when i reflash the rom back for sprint, the splash screen is stuck to AT&T and does not remove or go unbranded no matter what i do. It even has bloatware for att when the system starts. I never flashed att rom, only sprint unbranded XAS, not sure how this is happening. How can i get unlocked gsm and cdma back unbranded for sprint? I even formatted everything and flashed the user data, still the same. Its weird
Also, I am flashing it back to return the phone to store the way I received it. This red tint is just unacceptable.
jxs714 said:
Awesome. ok, so i got it to work. But now when i reflash the rom back for sprint, the splash screen is stuck to AT&T and does not remove or go unbranded no matter what i do. It even has bloatware for att when the system starts. I never flashed att rom, only sprint unbranded XAS, not sure how this is happening. How can i get unlocked gsm and cdma back unbranded for sprint? I even formatted everything and flashed the user data, still the same. Its weird
Also, I am flashing it back to return the phone to store the way I received it. This red tint is just unacceptable.
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You need to flash the XAA not XAS U1 firmware.
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Download quick reboot for your phone and use the app to get into download mode. Make sure you have debug settings turned on in phone. Also check if you can access the phone when its plugged into your computer. If you see it as a drive, then the drivers were installed correctly. If not, uninstall and reinstall.
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kleen3r said:
You need to flash the XAA not XAS U1 firmware.
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Hey man, thanks for the update. So I should flash XAA to change splash screen to samsung and be able to have both sprint cdma and all bands of gsm enabled again?
jxs714 said:
Hey man, thanks for the update. So I should flash XAA to change splash screen to samsung and be able to have both sprint cdma and all bands of gsm enabled again?
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Yes that firmware is unbranded. The CSC from XAA will automatically detect your carrier's sim and use that network.
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Yes that firmware is unbranded. The CSC from XAA will automatically detect your carrier's sim and use that network.
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Hey man,
Thanks for this! Also, do you know if it will allow you to choose cdma as an option as well?
jxs714 said:
Hey man,
Thanks for this! Also, do you know if it will allow you to choose cdma as an option as well?
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Yes it will.
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Yes it will.
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Ok, so just tried it and the sprint CDMA is no longer available in the Mobile Networks menu., only the following:
Mobile Data
International Data Roamin
Disable 2G
Access Point Names
Network Operators (AT&T underneath)
There is no option to choose CDMA like there was before I just firmware changed. The XAS firmware that I had offered the option to choose automatic, LTE/3G, CDMA. Now its gone from the menu after the XAA flash.
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Ok, so just tried it and the sprint CDMA is no longer available in the Mobile Networks menu., only the following:
Mobile Data
International Data Roamin
Disable 2G
Access Point Names
Network Operators (AT&T underneath)
There is no option to choose CDMA like there was before I just firmware changed. The XAS firmware that I had offered the option to choose automatic, LTE/3G, CDMA. Now its gone from the menu after the XAA flash.
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I don't understand. Who is your carrier?
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kleen3r said:
I don't understand. Who is your carrier?
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Edit: Download Shortcut Master and open Preconfig. It will let you pick your carrier.
kleen3r said:
I don't understand. Who is your carrier?
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Edit: Download Shortcut Master and open Preconfig. It will let you pick your carrier.
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Hey bud,
Thanks for this. My actual carrier is AT&T, but id like to keep the option of having CDMA available if I ever decide to go with sprint. I have the app installed, When i tried to launch Preconfig (com.sec.android.Preconfig.Preconfig) and it gives an error "su: not found"
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Hey bud,
Thanks for this. My actual carrier is AT&T, but id like to keep the option of having CDMA available if I ever decide to go with sprint. I have the app installed, When i tried to launch Preconfig (com.sec.android.Preconfig.Preconfig) and it gives an error "su: not found"
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Forgot you have to be rooted use the app. There's an adb command you can use instead. Just do a search in xda for preconfig carrier switch.
I flashed my spring s8 plus with Odin and now I can't get it to read my sim at all ,says will not register on network , where the carrier usually is it says 12345 , I've tried to flash back to stock and nothing works ...im at a loss this is my only phone ,I've tried to do a stock reflash and still nothing , I even did a emergency recovery through smart switch and still ...please help
Hi, anyone having this kind of issue with updating Cubot Quest?
Connection failed: Trust anchor for certification path not found.
There should be V13 avialable: http://forum.cubot.net/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=2400
Would I lose my settings, apps, etc if I updated/flashed manually according to instructions provided at the above address?
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Hi, anyone having this kind of issue with updating Cubot Quest?
Connection failed: Trust anchor for certification path not found.
There should be V13 avialable: http://forum.cubot.net/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=2400
Would I lose my settings, apps, etc if I updated/flashed manually according to instructions provided at the above address?
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I updated my quest with those files... and yes, my phone was factory reset during the process. I went on to unlock the bootloader, flash TWRP recovery, then root with Magisk.
Pretty good phone for the money. The speaker is a bit crappy, but the rest seems solid.
Hi, I dont plan to root it atm, but what TWRP you used?
urpi_ said:
Hi, I dont plan to root it atm, but what TWRP you used?
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Sorry, didn't get an alert for you reply... here you go!