it was advertised as a new (open box) non-verizon model. i just want to make sure it's as advertised. thanks
Check time imei number it will tell you iff it was locked to any carrier
ihatelolcats said:
it was advertised as a new (open box) non-verizon model. i just want to make sure it's as advertised. thanks
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Check for model number.
All models begin with the ID prefix XT1635
-01 is the Verizon Bootloader Locked Variant
-02 is the Internat. GSM Unlocked Variant
-03 is the Chinese retcn variant
-02/-03 both have unlocked bootloaders; however, on -03 you will not receive OTAs (at least as what I've heard).
If you do purchase an -03, definitely flash a custom ROM. There's a thread detailing how to enable basebands on all models- I'd check it out if you're anywhere but China as the -03 variant is missing a ton of bands for use in the US (or Europe, for that matter).
sam00561 said:
Check time imei number it will tell you iff it was locked to any carrier
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how do i check it? i do have the -02 type
ihatelolcats said:
how do i check it? i do have the -02 type
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The -02 variant is unlocked.
negusp said:
The -02 variant is unlocked.
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oh, ok. i understand now. thanks! phone seems great so far
I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?
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I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?
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I had to come back and answer this one
The latin Am is unlockable bootloader ATT and T mobile are Not Unlockable
Extreemator said:
I recently saw an item g9650 in the description it said:
"This is a south america version samsung s9+ 64Gb SINGLE SIM with locked bootloader. Note here again this is single sim version, and the bootloader is NOT UNLOCKABLE. This will work only on ATT and TMOBILE"
Does this mean that only DS models are bootloader unlocked?
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yes. the only S9s that have locked bootloaders are the USA variants. I do believe tho that the 9650s are GSM only tho despite having the snapdragon processor
Youdoofus said:
yes. the only S9s that have locked bootloaders are the USA variants. I do believe tho that the 9650s are GSM only tho despite having the snapdragon processor
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No I got a bunch of buddies with the 9650 on verizon too They work on both
TheMadScientist said:
No I got a bunch of buddies with the 9650 on verizon too They work on both
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Right on. I wasn't sure about that, thanks for letting me know!
Has there been any progress rooting the US version of the S9 (Snapdragon chipset), or is the only rootable version still the F model with the Exynos chipset?
Have any of the later US versions (S10, etc) been successfully rooted?
It is still bootlocked unfortuantely.
Thanks. It can be hard to find clear info, since the forums aren't sortable by chipset/sub-model, only by the commercially advertised name.
Thanks for the help!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...s-recoveries--other-development/root-t4041815
I recently obtained a Samsung S20+ SM-G9860. However, I am in the US and am intending to flash the AT&T firmware for the SM-G986U. When I try to do this, I get a secure check fail on the PIT file due to the differing model. Is there a way to circumvent this? The two models have identical hardware from what I can see.
Is it possible to do this, and what is the process for doing this if it is indeed possible?
You cannot flash a rom built for a snapdragon chipset on a phone with a exynos chipset
Be thankful there is that safety check built in. Lol
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tdevaughn said:
You cannot flash a rom built for a snapdragon chipset on a phone with a exynos chipset
Be thankful there is that safety check built in. Lol
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It's not Exynos, it's also a Snapdragon.
Oh, the Brazil variant. Still dont think it will work. They might be dual sim
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tdevaughn said:
Oh, the Brazil variant. Still dont think it will work. They might be dual sim
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It's the Hong Kong variant. It does appear to be a dual SIM, however.
YES PLEASE!! I need to change my S20+ Snapdragon SM-G986U firmware to SM-9860 too!!!
Sanctanimus said:
I recently obtained a Samsung S20+ SM-G9860. However, I am in the US and am intending to flash the AT&T firmware for the SM-G986U. When I try to do this, I get a secure check fail on the PIT file due to the differing model. Is there a way to circumvent this? The two models have identical hardware from what I can see.
Is it possible to do this, and what is the process for doing this if it is indeed possible?
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YES PLEASE!! I need to change my S20+ Snapdragon SM-G986U firmware to Hong Kong SM-9860 firmware too! Any help please Samsung S20+ Snapdragons masters?!! :crying:
Sanctanimus said:
I recently obtained a Samsung S20+ SM-G9860. However, I am in the US and am intending to flash the AT&T firmware for the SM-G986U. When I try to do this, I get a secure check fail on the PIT file due to the differing model. Is there a way to circumvent this? The two models have identical hardware from what I can see.
Is it possible to do this, and what is the process for doing this if it is indeed possible?
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The hardware isn't identical, SM-G986U is a Single SIM Device, your's is a Dual SIM.. TGY is the CSC in your device and even if you could flash SM-G986U Firmware the CSC would not change, it will still be TGY. If you're looking to get full AT&T call functionality on your device it's not possible as the CSC doesn't support AT&T compatibility. Firmware is CSC specific as well.
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The hardware isn't identical, SM-G986U is a Single SIM Device, your's is a Dual SIM.. TGY is the CSC in your device and even if you could flash SM-G986U Firmware the CSC would not change, it will still be TGY. If you're looking to get full AT&T call functionality on your device it's not possible as the CSC doesn't support AT&T compatibility. Firmware is CSC specific as well.
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But mine has two IMEI numbers though 1 for physical and another for esim, HOWEVER the esim option to add another QR code for another network is not visible. Its like the device is locked for VERIZON esim use only.
Oh well, guess gotta wait for another few month for newer updates to be able to use another network esim or firmware flashing that can enable this option soon...
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But mine has two IMEI numbers though 1 for physical and another for esim, HOWEVER the esim option to add another QR code for another network is not visible. Its like the device is locked for VERIZON esim use only.
Oh well, guess gotta wait for another few month for newer updates to be able to use another network esim or firmware flashing that can enable this option soon...
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If your device is the SM-G986U it's a Single SIM Device which doesn't at this point doesn't support eSim. Does the SIM Management Screen actually display the word "eSim"? Share a photo please. The device is likely still locked by Verizon. What is your motivation to change the Firmware to SM-G9860, do you live in Hong Kong?
Im sorry unfortunately I cant post links for my screenshots or upload any pictures..
If your device is the SM-G986U it's a Single SIM Device which doesn't at this point doesn't support eSim. Does the SIM Management Screen actually display the word "eSim"? Share a photo please. The device is likely still locked by Verizon. What is your motivation to change the Firmware to SM-G9860, do you live in Hong Kong?[/QUOTE]
I bought my phone online.. When I start up my phone it says Verizon, but its unlocked though because I can use any country physical simcard. Like right now im using my local simcard in Malaysia. I live in Malaysia and the reason I want to flash rom my SM-G986U device to Hong Kong firmware is so that I can use any eSim network in my country for my other network phone number.... If its a software for eSim that I can get for firmware that will be very helpful. Because the main local Malaysian samsung s20+ 5G firmware model is base on Exynos 990 which I doubt will fit for my US phone model..
I don't think you can flash SM-9860 Firmware onto your device but even if you could you still won't have eSim capability. Mix and matching firmware typically has more success on Exynos International Variants since they are Multi-CSC Enabled Devices. So if you have a British CSC (VOD) you may have success flashing German Firmware (VD2) since both CSC's are already stored in the device however even then some call features may not work. Snapdragon Devices don't have Multi-CSC's and as mentioned previously the Firmware is CSC Specific, they're made for one another. IF you had an Unlocked Bootloader, which you don't, there may be a method to modify the CSC once you root the device.. I did follow a thread a couple of years back where a gal had some success modifying her CSC on a Snapdragon Device but I believe that was a Galaxy S8. Also, I'm still curious if the word "eSim" actually appears in the SIM Management Screen on your device.
varcor said:
I don't think you can flash SM-9860 Firmware onto your device but even if you could you still won't have eSim capability. Mix and matching firmware typically has more success on Exynos International Variants since they are Multi-CSC Enabled Devices. So if you have a British CSC (VOD) you may have success flashing German Firmware (VD2) since both CSC's are already stored in the device however even then some call features may not work. Snapdragon Devices don't have Multi-CSC's and as mentioned previously the Firmware is CSC Specific, they're made for one another. IF you had an Unlocked Bootloader, which you don't, there may be a method to modify the CSC once you root the device.. I did follow a thread a couple of years back where a gal had some success modifying her CSC on a Snapdragon Device but I believe that was a Galaxy S8. Also, I'm still curious if the word "eSim" actually appears in the SIM Management Screen on your device.
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Damn.. that is some nice insights.. I read a thread somewhere too that US SM-G986U cannot and will not be able to enable its OEM or unlocked bootloader.. the eSim actually doesnt appear in the Sim Management Screen on my device. I really want to upload some links of the screenshot but for now I cant do anything as Im a new member.. I just have to wait for the network shop to open up to change my current esim card to physical simcard.. its been 2 months plus of this coronavirus lockdown and our network providers cant do much about it too..
Anyways I really appreciate the insights, like you said even if I could flash in Hong Kong SM-9860 in to my US SM-G986U, I might run into some software or calls dysfunctionalities..
Anyone got th atct update for the sm-g9880 yet? Seems the u.s has got this update before Asia?
x88888x said:
Damn.. that is some nice insights.. I read a thread somewhere too that US SM-G986U cannot and will not be able to enable its OEM or unlocked bootloader.. the eSim actually doesnt appear in the Sim Management Screen on my device. I really want to upload some links of the screenshot but for now I cant do anything as Im a new member.. I just have to wait for the network shop to open up to change my current esim card to physical simcard.. its been 2 months plus of this coronavirus lockdown and our network providers cant do much about it too..
Anyways I really appreciate the insights, like you said even if I could flash in Hong Kong SM-9860 in to my US SM-G986U, I might run into some software or calls dysfunctionalities..
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u typically cannot flash hk/china firmware onto us devices bcuz those models r typically oem unlockable and they make sure ppl cant just flash the firmware to a u model and unlock tye bl.. theyre typically signed with dif keys and would most likely fail instantly to flash
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u typically cannot flash hk/china firmware onto us devices bcuz those models r typically oem unlockable and they make sure ppl cant just flash the firmware to a u model and unlock tye bl.. theyre typically signed with dif keys and would most likely fail instantly to flash
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Thank you I understand..:crying: now I feel like I wanna sell my Verizon unlocked phone ?
tdevaughn said:
Oh, the Brazil variant. Still dont think it will work. They might be dual sim
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Do you think i can flash the Korean firmware on the SM G9860 BRI?
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Do you think i can flash the Korean firmware on the SM G9860 BRI?
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Not possible, the only options are flashing the SM-G9860 China or Hong Kong FW.
They seem to be the same device only for different markets, so would it be possible to flash a b version firmware to a u device? Thanks!
That's not a silly question actually as it wasn't possible before due to hardware differences (Exynos chipset for Europe et Snapdragon for other markets), but now it's only Snapdragon chipset for all markets so... I'll be interesting to know if it's possible too and what it brings that european firmwares doesn't have. Otherwise, there's no point for me.
My interest in this is to remove limitations added to US devices. Idk if software changes would help but stuff like oem unlock for an example.
I'd assume you'd need a rooted device with an unlocked bootloader.
I doubt Samsung would add the US into the OXM roms though it might be worth it to check the firmware you have.
Wont be possible
Thats not the first time samsung got snapdragon variant in différent Counties
Back in the day it was possible de flash BR snapdragon on canada and usa snapdragon or with asian snapdragon
Than they came up with région lock ,
First version of région lock u was able to flash BR snapdragon fw on Canadian and USA and it excluded the Asian months later they updated their région lock so even BR won't work anymore
Its onlt North American FW on North American
You can give it a try it should just block your phone on bootloader till u reflash the your u version or u1 or w
Yeah, whenever I have some time I'll give it a try. I thought region lock was just on new devices and for network access, I didn't know the hardware itself had locks even being identical. Thanks for the reply.
How very Apple...