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Telus Root? Custom ROM?

So Im looking into this rooting and custom firmware/ROM deal, and came across a couple questions id like answered if possible.
I'm on Telus, in Canada, and my baseband on my GS3 is I747MVLDLK4. Every thread i see about custom roms and rooting refers to a different baseband, and my question is, what baseband ROMs will work with mine? Or is it even safe to flash this phone with a custom ROM at all?
Ive seen different opinions in other threads and everything seems to conflict, so i need a definite answer as I'd love to get into this whole community and start doing awesome things with my S3, but i don't want to go through a period of not being able to use my phone because i flashed the wrong firmware.
THanks

Danc89 said:
So Im looking into this rooting and custom firmware/ROM deal, and came across a couple questions id like answered if possible.
I'm on Telus, in Canada, and my baseband on my GS3 is I747MVLDLK4. Every thread i see about custom roms and rooting refers to a different baseband, and my question is, what baseband ROMs will work with mine? Or is it even safe to flash this phone with a custom ROM at all?
Ive seen different opinions in other threads and everything seems to conflict, so i need a definite answer as I'd love to get into this whole community and start doing awesome things with my S3, but i don't want to go through a period of not being able to use my phone because i flashed the wrong firmware.
THanks
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Baseband is the modem package with the phone. There is actually a newer version released. I'm on telus and have flashed almost everything on these boards. If you stay in these threads and it says AT&T you can flash it on our phones
Lots of helpful guides on here to get you started.
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KorGuy123 said:
Baseband is the modem package with the phone. There is actually a newer version released. I'm on telus and have flashed almost everything on these boards. If you stay in these threads and it says AT&T you can flash it on our phones
Lots of helpful guides on here to get you started.
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Thanks a ton, I've been reading up on it lots lol hopefully i can get it done tonight! Newer version of the baseband u say? How would i get ahold of that? When i try to update it tells me everything is already up to date

Don't confuse baseband with a operating system update. There isn't a need to update the baseband. It's just if you are having reception issues.
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KorGuy123 said:
Baseband is the modem package with the phone. There is actually a newer version released. I'm on telus and have flashed almost everything on these boards. If you stay in these threads and it says AT&T you can flash it on our phones
Lots of helpful guides on here to get you started.
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All good and helpful points but I will clarify further just so nothing gets misunderstood.
Baseband = modem. OP needs to flash only Telus modems and not ATT ones. Specifically only use the I747M modems. If you flash the wrong modem you may screw up your device. Tread carefully here.
When KorGuy talks about flashing anything on these boards he is referring to ROMs only. ROMs almost never include a modem in the package so there is no need to worry.
Check out the threads by Tony Stark for good answers.
^ I hope all that makes sense.

KorGuy123 said:
Don't confuse baseband with a operating system update. There isn't a need to update the baseband. It's just if you are having reception issues.
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haha awesome, thanks, i'll do my best to put the rookie away now

saj222 said:
All good and helpful points but I will clarify further just so nothing gets misunderstood.
Baseband = modem. OP needs to flash only Telus modems and not ATT ones. Specifically only use the I747M modems. If you flash the wrong modem you may screw up your device. Tread carefully here.
When KorGuy talks about flashing anything on these boards he is referring to ROMs only. ROMs almost never include a modem in the package so there is no need to worry.
Check out the threads by Tony Stark for good answers.
^ I hope all that makes sense.
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Thanks for the clarification.
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[Q] Latest modem/radio for AT&T Galaxy Note 2

Hello all, what is the latest modem for the I317? Is it MA4, MC3 or is there another?
Thanks in advance!
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!

jaaluk said:
Hello all, what is the latest modem for the I317? Is it MA4, MC3 or is there another?
Thanks in advance!
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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Just directing your attention to this [MODEM] The Modem Thread over there in that section...
We might get a new radio and modem with the official release of 4.2.2 coming soon I think.

n1nj4Lo said:
Just directing your attention to this [MODEM] The Modem Thread over there in that section...
We might get a new radio and modem with the official release of 4.2.2 coming soon I think.
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Thanks dude!
I ran both MA4 and MC3 on my device and they were neck and neck as far as speed test. I was just wondering if MC3 was newer than MA4.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!

UCAMC3 is of course. ..the latest. ..g

gregsarg said:
UCAMC3 is of course. ..the latest. ..g
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Are you using MC3?
Have you noticed any significant differences between MA4 and MC3?
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!

Very little difference. ..
The OTA was likely the addition of more RIL files...and the radio image to support them..
And even more likely the update supports rural areas or new locations that sell ATT products. ..
You may not see any difference at all....g

gregsarg said:
Very little difference. ..
The OTA was likely the addition of more RIL files...and the radio image to support them..
And even more likely the update supports rural areas or new locations that sell ATT products. ..
You may not see any difference at all....g
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Yeah as mentioned above they ran neck and neck on speed test for my area. I think MC3 messed my wallet patch up though.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!

Yep...
Many users are having wallet issues. ..g

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For some reason I guess I'm not seeing the latest modem in that thread. The original post hasn't been updated since November 12th. Where can I find the download for the latest modem?

MiuKing said:
For some reason I guess I'm not seeing the latest modem in that thread. The original post hasn't been updated since November 12th. Where can I find the download for the latest modem?
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See this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41314634&postcount=1

Do I need to be on on a TouchWiz Rom or can I stay on my AOSP Rom to flash the modem?

MiuKing said:
Do I need to be on on a TouchWiz Rom or can I stay on my AOSP Rom to flash the modem?
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Either it doesn't matter what rom your on so staying on aosp and flashing your modem will be perfectly fine.
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MiuKing said:
For some reason I guess I'm not seeing the latest modem in that thread. The original post hasn't been updated since November 12th. Where can I find the download for the latest modem?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43514894
Check here. ..
Scroll up the page. ..and you'll see the modem section. ..
It's the UCAMC3 modem....g
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MiuKing said:
Do I need to be on on a TouchWiz Rom or can I stay on my AOSP Rom to flash the modem?
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Either one is fine. ..
The radio image is not dependent on framework or rom version. .
The only possible conflict that may occur. .is the lack of the associated RIL files the radio image uses. .
AOSP roms do contain RIL files. ..but not the complete package for the respective carrier. .
This explains the reduced signal strength. .(lack of source code from Samsung to create a complete AOSP package)..
And also the loss of service in areas otherwise covered by drivers and files included in the stock firmware image. .g
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gregsarg said:
Either one is fine. ..
The radio image is not dependent on framework or rom version. .
The only possible conflict that may occur. .is the lack of the associated RIL files the radio image uses. .
AOSP roms do contain RIL files. ..but not the complete package for the respective carrier. .
This explains the reduced signal strength. .(lack of source code from Samsung to create a complete AOSP package)..
And also the loss of service in areas otherwise covered by drivers and files included in the stock firmware image. .g
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So how do we strengthen signal? I am running clean rom 5.0 (awesome rom!) But I am not getting signal strength. Help?
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gregsarg said:
Either one is fine. ..
The radio image is not dependent on framework or rom version. .
The only possible conflict that may occur. .is the lack of the associated RIL files the radio image uses. .
AOSP roms do contain RIL files. ..but not the complete package for the respective carrier. .
This explains the reduced signal strength. .(lack of source code from Samsung to create a complete AOSP package)..
And also the loss of service in areas otherwise covered by drivers and files included in the stock firmware image. .g
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This was the reason why I decided to explore radio/modem options. I always seemed to have gotten lower signal after flashing an AOSP rom. I used to be on stock and data was much faster (noticeable too).
So would you say that these modems are worth flashing? Do they override the RIL files from the AOSP rom?

MiuKing said:
This was the reason why I decided to explore radio/modem options. I always seemed to have gotten lower signal after flashing an AOSP rom. I used to be on stock and data was much faster (noticeable too).
So would you say that these modems are worth flashing? Do they override the RIL files from the AOSP rom?
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Only a flash and test of the different modem will tell you if any improvement was made. ..
And doing so will generally not change any libraries within the system. ..g
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45693733
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[Q] Roms for T999L T-Mobile

Im new to this part of XDA, I just recently purchased a Galaxy S3 T999L.
Purchasing this phone, I had no idea there was a non LTE Model which leads me in a bit of confusion when looking for a custom Rom
Im no rookie when it comes to flashing. If you look Below in my sig you can see the devices I currently have and have flashed different roms many times in the past. My question is what ROMs will work with my T999L? Ive looked and to my confusion have seen more for the T999 than anything since its been around much longer.. I've been looking and the forum here is a bit fragmented and its hard to see which ROM will go to which device. Please forgive me for my ignorance, Im just trying to play catch up, and perhaps contribute in the future in some way.
Edit: Im more familiar with flashing Tablets than phones, I dont have much experience with flashing radios and other phone related stuff...Is there a Difference with T999 and T999L other than the Radio?
edit 2: No comments? I guess either i said the wrong thing, or I posted in the wrong forum..
Thank you in advance

The t-999 ROMs will work with your t-999l, except the 4.3 touchwiz ROMs for the moment. 4.3 aosp/cm/aokp is fine.. There's really not much difference between the two, except the t-999l was updated to support lte.. Do not flash a t-999 modem to your t-999l, it won't brick but it won't pick up service at all. I suggest looking at the t-999l and t-999n q&a thread for further info
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Zaphodspeaks said:
edit 2: No comments? I guess either i said the wrong thing, or I posted in the wrong forum..
Thank you in advance
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Probably because there is a thread just for this. ... use the search function Thank you.
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chjema said:
Probably because there is a thread just for this. ... use the search function Thank you.
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I did just that.... And u didn't have to be rude about it..
Thanks for your input

Don't mean to hi-jack this thread but it kind of pertains the the question. I have the T999L as well. I've read Doc's informational thread about the T999L and T999N.
In terms of this part:
"ONLY flash T999L firmware to a T999L and T999N firmware to a T999N!!!!
If it does not match your model EXACTLY, it will almost certainly brick your device!!!"
I keep reading I can safely flash T999 roms, kernels, etc. But it's the firmware process that confuses me. Should I only stick to 4.1.2 roms (can I even flash Jamison's 4.1.1 rom for example), or can I flash a 4.3 TW rom in the future, assuming the leaked builds get LTE support when the official update comes out?
Thanks in advance.

serio22 said:
The t-999 ROMs will work with your t-999l, except the 4.3 touchwiz ROMs for the moment. 4.3 aosp/cm/aokp is fine.. There's really not much difference between the two, except the t-999l was updated to support lte.. Do not flash a t-999 modem to your t-999l, it won't brick but it won't pick up service at all. I suggest looking at the t-999l and t-999n q&a thread for further info
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If that's true then how come the T999L wasn't updated to 4.3 alongside the T999? The 4.1.2 software wasn't even the same. No multi-window, no Note 2 photo gallery, still rockin the old "My Files" app on the T999L 4.1.2 software.....At first I thought it was just the "LTE Radio" difference but I guess there's more to it seeing the differences in software.

MyanRagahis said:
Don't mean to hi-jack this thread but it kind of pertains the the question. I have the T999L as well. I've read Doc's informational thread about the T999L and T999N.
In terms of this part:
"ONLY flash T999L firmware to a T999L and T999N firmware to a T999N!!!!
If it does not match your model EXACTLY, it will almost certainly brick your device!!!"
I keep reading I can safely flash T999 roms, kernels, etc. But it's the firmware process that confuses me. Should I only stick to 4.1.2 roms (can I even flash Jamison's 4.1.1 rom for example), or can I flash a 4.3 TW rom in the future, assuming the leaked builds get LTE support when the official update comes out?
Thanks in advance.
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Firmware refers to the files used in Odin, so for those, make sure you use the ones for your device only. You can flash any ROM, even 4.1.1 I believe.. And yes once there's a leaked 4.3 firmware for the t999l you should be able to just flash the modem and then flash a 4.3 tw ROM, based on what we experienced with the t999
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serio22 said:
Firmware refers to the files used in Odin, so for those, make sure you use the ones for your device only. You can flash any ROM, even 4.1.1 I believe.. And yes once there's a leaked 4.3 firmware for the t999l you should be able to just flash the modem and then flash a 4.3 tw ROM, based on what we experienced with the t999
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Thanks a lot for this. Been bugging me for a while now. I'll probably take the plunge soon and use "The Recovery Way." Rooted my first S3 using motochopper back in June or July when I first got it, but problems arose and exchanged it at Costco (just got it and WiFi wouldn't connect after a factory reset). Been scared since lol. Also scared me that I wouldn't receive official updates anymore as it said it was modified, but that doesn't bug me anymore reading all the complaints about the whole no turning back.
Thanks again!

I'm looking into flashing a custom ROM onto my T999L for the first time as well...have any of you guys taken the plunge yet, and have any feedback on specific ROMS? I think I will try with AOKP

[Q] T889UVBMD1 modem?

I flashed the new modem when 4.3 once came out but now i'm back to 4.1.2. Is there a way I can download the T889UVBMD1 modem and flash that through TWRP? I know there is a forum in the android development section with the stocks images and modems but the link to download the modem is down. Thanks.

I answered your question with links in the dev section image/modem thread.

kozmo21 said:
I answered your question with links in the dev section image/modem thread.
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Thanks buddy.

[Modem] ATT I317UCUCNJ1 11/14

Pulled and tested 11/15/2014
Works good in California for me
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001611269

Thanks!

UCUCNJ1 vs UCUCNE5 modem results
I took the new AT&T modem (UCUCNJ1) for a spin. Attached screenshot are the results from a quick and dirty modem speed test (using SpeedTest.NET). I'm currently running the NE5 deodexed firmware, so just prior to upgrading modem to the new UCUCNJ1, I ran speed tests on current modem (UCUCNE5)... then flashed the NJ1 modem and re-ran tests (same local server, immediately after flashing new radio). Results will obviously vary depending on your personal situation (geographic location, phone setup, etc). For me (NorCal area) the NJ1 and NE5 modems exhibited almost identical performance (+/- a few percentage pts). I ran 4 simple tests each on WiFi and same 4 tests each on mobile LTE (on both modems)... then averaged the results (for last test, I reflashed NE5 back). Take it for what it's worth (again, you need to test in your geographic location), but for me, download/upload times were nearly identical and both performed admirably.
Thanks to dicksteele for pulling the UCUCNJ1 modem.bin and packaging it in a flashable zip.

dicksteele said:
Pulled and tested 11/15/2014
Works good in California for me
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001611269
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I don't see a difference in speed but good to have latest and working modem with our old NT2.

Thanks
@dicksteele
Thanx for pulling the modem from the ota.:good:
I'll add this to the modem list in the one stop.

Can I flash this on a i317m (telus Canadian carrier) ? I have such crappy signal. Goes from 3G to DC always.

readyfordeals said:
Can I flash this on a i317m (telus Canadian carrier) ? I have such crappy signal. Goes from 3G to DC always.
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This one is for ATT.
Do Rogers and Telus use the same modem?
If so in here...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1987541
I317MVLUDNF3(Build date: Wed, 25 Jun 2014)Uploaded By-Bajanman (Direct Link)
When I googled i317M modems this popped up
[MODEM] Original Samsung MODEM (baseband) for SGH-I317M - CANADA - I317MOYADNF1
You didn't say which one you are running now ......

dicksteele said:
Pulled and tested 11/15/2014
Works good in California for me
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001611269
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Sweet, thanks. You happen to have to OTA? Or know where it is? I wanna pull the updates outta the framework to add them to SaberKat when I update. I looked, not super hard to, haven't had time but when I saw this thought you probably knew. Thanks again for the modem

rogersb11 said:
Sweet, thanks. You happen to have to OTA? Or know where it is? I wanna pull the updates outta the framework to add them to SaberKat when I update. I looked, not super hard to, haven't had time but when I saw this thought you probably knew. Thanks again for the modem
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Here it is.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001611608

dicksteele said:
Here it is.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95784891001611608
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Awesome. Thanks man
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rogersb11 said:
Awesome. Thanks man
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PM me if you want the apk's already patched and deodex'd

dicksteele said:
PM me if you want the apk's already patched and deodex'd
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Well since you offered lol. That'll save me some time. Looking through the zip on my phone at the moment

I'm a Canadian on Bell, currently running NF1. Going to give this a shot and let you kids know!
I posted the NF1 over in the modem thread a few months ago and its been kinda meh. A lot of drops.
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tetrahedonism said:
Im a Canadian on Bell, currently running NF1. Going to give this a shot and let you kids know!
I posted the NF1 over in the modem thread a few months ago and its been kinda meh. A lot of drops.
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This does NOT work with the i317m. I have zero service and it doesn't recognize the baseband. Going back to NF1.
Sorry for the double post, XDA One doesn't let you edit posts, yet

dicksteele said:
This one is for ATT.
Do Rogers and Telus use the same modem?
If so in here...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1987541
I317MVLUDNF3(Build date: Wed, 25 Jun 2014)Uploaded By-Bajanman (Direct Link)
When I googled i317M modems this popped up
[MODEM] Original Samsung MODEM (baseband) for SGH-I317M - CANADA - I317MOYADNF1
You didn't say which one you are running now ......
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Sorry i am using modem-I317M-I317MVLUDNH2. I believe its the latest one. I went through all the modems posted on here for the canadian variant still nothing but DC