Just wondering, coming from a rooted, unlocked bl, custom rom Z5P.
Sorry for this if it is answered elsewhere but I didn't see a specific answer in my search.
I'm looking for the unlocked international version of the S9 because I want to root it, flash ROMs, etc..
I see the international SM-960 models that have the Exynos chip, which I know can be unlocked.
I also see the international SM-G9600 models that have the Snapdragon chip. Can the international variant with Snapdragon also be unlocked, or is it Exynos only?
In some strings I've seen mention of getting an unlock code from Samsung after 7 days. Is that for the 9600 (snapdragon), the 960 (Exynos), or both?
The SM G9600 has an unlocked bootloader like the exynos variants, but since there is no TWRP for the g9600 you kinda can't do much with it. There are no custom ROMs out there for the snapdragon version. But there are GSIs that can be installed thanks to Project treble. But like I said, without twrp you can't do much.
https://www.xda-developers.com/snapdragon-samsung-galaxy-s9-lineageos-15-1/
Flik210 said:
The SM G9600 has an unlocked bootloader like the exynos variants, but since there is no TWRP for the g9600 you kinda can't do much with it. There are no custom ROMs out there for the snapdragon version. But there are GSIs that can be installed thanks to Project treble. But like I said, without twrp you can't do much.
https://www.xda-developers.com/snapdragon-samsung-galaxy-s9-lineageos-15-1/
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Hi, I've bought an 960U in the USA, and looking to flash the Brazilian ROM, but the variant used here is the 9600. Can I Flash It?
fzambon said:
Hi, I've bought an 960U in the USA, and looking to flash the Brazilian ROM, but the variant used here is the 9600. Can I Flash It?
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No, the SM-G960U (AT&T carrier locked version, IIRC) has a locked bootloader. I do not think you can flash any new firmware to it, unfortunately.
EDIT: Maybe you can, follow the guide in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9/how-to/how-to-flash-u1-firmware-to-device-t3765200
I'm not sure, but it may be worth a try.
nelsyv said:
No, the SM-G960U (AT&T carrier locked version, IIRC) has a locked bootloader. I do not think you can flash any new firmware to it, unfortunately.
EDIT: Maybe you can, follow the guide in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9/how-to/how-to-flash-u1-firmware-to-device-t3765200
I'm not sure, but it may be worth a try.
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Hi
I have the 960u unlocked, I bought it in a best buy.
This makes a difference to flash or not the 9600?
fzambon said:
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I have the 960u unlocked, I bought it in a best buy.
This makes a difference to flash or not the 9600?
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Carrier unlocked is not the same as bootloader unlocked. One let's you use any carrier SIM card the other let's you flash stuff.
I can buy the N9600 but I am not entirely sure if it will be able to get fully twrp working and root
I have the Latin America Snapdragon S9 G9600 with Oreo and using it with Mint Mobile (T-Mobile ) in the US
Have a few questions:
1. If I update it to Pie or 10 , bootloader will get updated. Is it possible to come back to Oreo by flashing stock ROM with Odin without root? Will that trip Knox?
2. Same question but if phone is rooted
3. VoLTE and WiFi calling is not working. Has anybody gotten those to work on G9600 or G9650 ?
Wrong thread
Hi,
I'm about to replace my p20 pro with Docomo S9 SC-02k ( Snapdragon version )
I'd like to how is the battery life and if i Can Root, unlock thé bootloader, flash custom roms and use Gcam on this version .
And, Can i convert it to international version ?
Thanks .
Hello, does your s9 currently running in international version ? if yes, how?
hello.i have a korean s20 ultra 5g sm-g988nzkakoc and my question is: can i flash via odin a new stock official european rom for example this one?
Download Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra SM-G988B PHE Spain G988BXXU5CTKG firmware
Fast download latest Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra firmware SM-G988B from Spain with G988BXXU5CTKG and Android version 11
www.sammobile.com
thanx a lot for your time
if ur bootloader is unlocked, why not?
hello and thanx for the reply..how i can check if it is unlocked or note
zaxarias8 said:
hello and thanx for the reply..how i can check if it is unlocked or note
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'Settings:About Phone:Software Information:Click fast 7 - 10 times on Build Number:Then write your screenlock password: then go back to main menu then scroll down until you see Developer Options:click on it: then there will be OEM unlock:
OEM means Bootloader
my friend just if enable developer options the bootloader unlocked????