eBay G7's - GSM unlocked, Sprint unlocked, unlocked - questions - LG G7 ThinQ Questions & Answers

I have purchased 3 G7's over past couple weeks, from the same seller (starts with "w", has a ton of phones). All of them were listed as G710ULM. Here is what I got:
1. One that was "grade B unlocked" came as model number LM-G710ULM, but with empty S/N. Android 8.0.
2. Second one was "grade A Sprint unlocked" came as model number LG-G710PM, has actual S/N, Android 9.0
3. Third one is same as #2.
I am assuming that #1 phone is also a PM model that wasn't unlocked properly.
With that being said, I wanted to make sure what my options are.
1. Can I properly unlock all 3 phones, so I can run updates on them? I plan to keep just 2 for now and #2 and #3 are in a bit better shape than #1.
2. I see a bunch of "GSM unlocked" ULM models that description mentions will not work for Sprint or Verizon. Is that really the case?
3. What other models are unlockable to be used on Sprint?
Thanks for help on this.

Anyone? I would appreciate some answers.

I got one as well, LG-G710ULM. Can not update via OTA (hence stuck on Android 8.0) since I am in the UK and according to LG UK support the IMEI corresponds to US carrier SP (Sprint they reckon). Kind of a bummer that you can not update your cell. Anyway, am also looking to update it, without jailbreaking it if possible.
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Its obvious those devices were just crossflashed with ulm software to gain unlock. That said, your best solution to getting an updated software will be to flash latest ulm firmware using lgup

0x0null said:
Its obvious those devices were just crossflashed with ulm software to gain unlock. That said, your best solution to getting an updated software will be to flash latest ulm firmware using lgup
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OK, if you could clarify what G7 models can be flashed with ULM firmware, it would be great.
I am pretty sure I will return the "fake" ULM model and possibly keep the PM model - that's compatible with ULM firmware, correct?
What about ULM "GSM unlocked" models that per description don't work with Sprint?
Are there any other models that can be flashed with ULM too?

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Latest Software for -G710ULM?

Hello, I just bought a G710ULM off the bay and verified the model before purchase. I received it and the software verifies it's a G710ULM but a IMEI check shows it's a PM (Sprint). So the software is still on V10b with no updates coming. I'm thinking this is because the update checks the IMEI and sees it as a Sprint device even though the software says G710ULM. I see a version on LG's site for 11e, is that the latest version? Trying to figure out if I'd been duped. The seller is a MAJOR seller and I'm thinking they are getting these as new Sprint units and LG or someone is reflashing them. I might be all wrong but 2 different IMEI checkers say it's a Sprint.
rzracer2 said:
Hello, I just bought a G710ULM off the bay and verified the model before purchase. I received it and the software verifies it's a G710ULM but a IMEI check shows it's a PM (Sprint). So the software is still on V10b with no updates coming. I'm thinking this is because the update checks the IMEI and sees it as a Sprint device even though the software says G710ULM. I see a version on LG's site for 11e, is that the latest version? Trying to figure out if I'd been duped. The seller is a MAJOR seller and I'm thinking they are getting these as new Sprint units and LG or someone is reflashing them. I might be all wrong but 2 different IMEI checkers say it's a Sprint.
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G710ULM owner here on Project Fi, the latest version is M10g. Updated to it about a week ago. Your phone may just need some time, or you can try using the LG Bridge software on a computer to update the phone over USB. Otherwise, it may just be a carrier thing.
I tried Bridge but when I check for update it gives an error. Wondering, when you check you IMEI does it show up as a G710ULM ? thank you
I got the same problem, got it on ebay, In settings the model is G710ULM, but the real model is G710PM. I also try updating via LGBRIDGE i aslo get the same error. Trying to get a KDZ file but i just cant find one and i don't know if putting another region firmware would work. There's a youtuber that had sprint LG G6 and just changed the Firmware (used one from canada, it work and also UNLOCKED all bands for world wide use).
Same ebay phone Same issue here with no s/n showing hardware is fine unlocked running tmobile usa.. Signal seems bad. Never see 4glte icon only 4g , H, G. Hopefully we can flash to some other firmware to get lastest update.Right now running v10b-Lao-COM firmware i guess thats sprint rom
Sent from my LM-G710 using Tapatalk
I did flash mine, had the ULM software with SECURITY PATCH MAY.... What i did is download ULM 10g file from website, used LG-UP to flash it, But first you have to create a DLL file for LG-UP for this to work, if not you going to a error on LG-UP when you hit START.
Radha09 said:
I did flash mine, had the ULM software with SECURITY PATCH MAY.... What i did is download ULM 10g file from website, used LG-UP to flash it, But first you have to create a DLL file for LG-UP for this to work, if not you going to a error on LG-UP when you hit START.
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Nice! So the phone still unlocked and has latest sprint firmware? or G710ulm firmware 10g? I guess is this one
https://www.getdroidtips.com/g710ulm10g-software-update-lg-g7-thinq/ " ) Currently on my G7 runing V10b-LAO-COM already list as MAY 1 2018 Android Security Patch, do u have any detail steps post somewhere? Thanks .
jonahy said:
Nice! So the phone still unlocked and has latest sprint firmware? or G710ulm firmware 10g? I guess is this one
https://www.getdroidtips.com/g710ulm10g-software-update-lg-g7-thinq/ " ) Currently on my G7 runing V10b-LAO-COM already list as MAY 1 2018 Android Security Patch, do u have any detail steps post somewhere? Thanks .
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Yes, the G710ULM firmware 10g that's the project FI(I used another link, not the same you posted, but it should work). I was running the same firmware V10b-LAO-COM, The project FI, was the only one I could find (ULM), so that's why I decided to use that one and because I read on Google that those phones are unlocked. I don't have the steps, but I could make a post in a few hours. And also it's still unlocked, using it outside the US. (I got this one on eBay unlocked version, but it's Sprint).
Does it work with Sprint now? I have the same story - bought "unlocked" g7 on eBay, shows G710ULM in settings but IMEI shows as Sprint phone.. Was working on Tmobile but when I activated with Sprint it doesn't read the SIM.
justanyone said:
Does it work with Sprint now? I have the same story - bought "unlocked" g7 on eBay, shows G710ULM in settings but IMEI shows as Sprint phone.. Was working on Tmobile but when I activated with Sprint it doesn't read the SIM.
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Yes, it's working.
Radha09 said:
Yes, it's working.
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Thanks so much for confirming. Now I have to decide if I should risk this to get it working or just return..
justanyone said:
Thanks so much for confirming. Now I have to decide if I should risk this to get it working or just return..
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Well I think it really depends on you, maybe you should return de device, if Sprint doesn't work.... On eBay it said "UNLOCKED". So if it does not work just return it... I am using the phone outside the US.
rzracer2 said:
I tried Bridge but when I check for update it gives an error. Wondering, when you check you IMEI does it show up as a G710ULM ? thank you
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Sprint devices support FOTA Update only!
LG bridge does not support Software Update for Sprint devices
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LG G7 thinQ Project Fi firmware
https://www.mylgphones.com/lg-g7-thinq-project-fi-stock-firmware-g710ulm10g.html
Radha09 said:
Yes, the G710ULM firmware 10g that's the project FI(I used another link, not the same you posted, but it should work). I was running the same firmware V10b-LAO-COM, The project FI, was the only one I could find (ULM), so that's why I decided to use that one and because I read on Google that those phones are unlocked. I don't have the steps, but I could make a post in a few hours. And also it's still unlocked, using it outside the US. (I got this one on eBay unlocked version, but it's Sprint).
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does Gpay Works on Ur ULM ?
Does this also unlock the APN settings? G710pm, gsm carrier unlocked, but does not allow APN to be changed.
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Yes, the G710ULM firmware 10g that's the project FI(I used another link, not the same you posted, but it should work). I was running the same firmware V10b-LAO-COM, The project FI, was the only one I could find (ULM), so that's why I decided to use that one and because I read on Google that those phones are unlocked. I don't have the steps, but I could make a post in a few hours. And also it's still unlocked, using it outside the US. (I got this one on eBay unlocked version, but it's Sprint).
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Did you manage to make a detailed post regarding the steps to do this ? or if you can point me to one.
Thanks.
i downloaded the latest LM-G710ULM pie kdz and it has worked perfectly with the sprint thinq
Apologies for replying to an old thread, but I have one of these modded sprint g7 that shows G710ULM.
Could someone be able to be kind enough to list out the steps used to manually upgrade the stock android 8 up to android 9 please?
guitar_pic said:
Apologies for replying to an old thread, but I have one of these modded sprint g7 that shows G710ULM.
Could someone be able to be kind enough to list out the steps used to manually upgrade the stock android 8 up to android 9 please?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=81131579&postcount=247
Wifi on lg g7
Anyone have problem with wifi on lg g7 yet???? My phone of sprint , g710ulm21e alway disconnect and reconnect . Some one can help me. When i play game , wifi is no problem. So crazy

Can anyone walk me through how to flash from G930u to G930v?

I purchased a Samsung S7 on Amazon, and it was listed as a G930V. However, when I received it, I was disappointed to see that in "Device Info"... it lists it as a Samsung G930U.
From what I understand, this is indicates Unlocked Firmware install, which will prevent me from using Verizon's Visual voicemail and also be unable to use the built in Video calling feature, where you can video call anyone in the Verizon Network.
What I don't get, is why the back panel of the phone has a Verizon Logo, even though apparently it is unlocked. I thought all Verizon branded phones, have the G930v firmware?
Anyways, is it possible to flash the phone to G930 firmware, so I can use the features I want to have access to? Or is it recommended I just return this item and try and buy another G930v? Does anyone have any detailed instructions on how to flash to G930v?
Interestingly, when I checked the IMEI online... it lists the device as a Verizon G930V. I guess someone has previously flashed these to U from V?
ETA: Are there any benefits to sticking with Unlocked firmware? Are there any advantages of G930U over G930v? I know the G930v comes with a bunch of bloatware... but wondering if there are other things that VZW's firmware might handicap?
JFox762 said:
I purchased a Samsung S7 on Amazon, and it was listed as a G930V. However, when I received it, I was disappointed to see that in "Device Info"... it lists it as a Samsung G930U.
From what I understand, this is indicates Unlocked Firmware install, which will prevent me from using Verizon's Visual voicemail and also be unable to use the built in Video calling feature, where you can video call anyone in the Verizon Network.
What I don't get, is why the back panel of the phone has a Verizon Logo, even though apparently it is unlocked. I thought all Verizon branded phones, have the G930v firmware?
Anyways, is it possible to flash the phone to G930 firmware, so I can use the features I want to have access to? Or is it recommended I just return this item and try and buy another G930v? Does anyone have any detailed instructions on how to flash to G930v?
Interestingly, when I checked the IMEI online... it lists the device as a Verizon G930V. I guess someone has previously flashed these to U from V?
ETA: Are there any benefits to sticking with Unlocked firmware? Are there any advantages of G930U over G930v? I know the G930v comes with a bunch of bloatware... but wondering if there are other things that VZW's firmware might handicap?
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3 weeks late but here are my insights. U firmware has less bloatware than the VZW branded firmware. In general, most people prefer the U firmware over their branded firmware unless, as in your instance, there are certain features only available in branded versions. My guess would be that yours was a VZW that was flashed to U. In all likelihood it shouldn't be too difficult to convert back to VZW, if that's your preference. You'll need to familiarize yourself with Odin flashing and the particulars of matching bootloader numbers for firmware to flash. For an example see link: https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/202491/what-do-the-numbers-and-letters-in-the-samsung-firmware-mean
Hope this helps ...

New LM-G820UM (AT&T) purchased from ebay. Using on T-Mobile and have update question

New LM-G820UM (AT&T) purchased from ebay. Using on T-Mobile and have update question
Hi all,
Grabbed a G8 Thinq for my son off ebay (which scared me but it was cheap). It's an AT&T variant but it's working just fine with T-Mobile. However, the security updates are from July and I'd like to update. I tried LG Bridge and get a "cannot check software version" error. Before I send this thing back I wanted to check here. I understand that OTA updates are super slow to arrived when you unlock and switch carriers but will I ever get one? Is there another way to update this thing?
I'm pretty Android savvy but just haven't messed around on here since my Nexus 6P days. Thanks!
sahively said:
Hi all,
Grabbed a G8 Thinq for my son off ebay (which scared me but it was cheap). It's an AT&T variant but it's working just fine with T-Mobile. However, the security updates are from July and I'd like to update. I tried LG Bridge and get a "cannot check software version" error. Before I send this thing back I wanted to check here. I understand that OTA updates are super slow to arrived when you unlock and switch carriers but will I ever get one? Is there another way to update this thing?
I'm pretty Android savvy but just haven't messed around on here since my Nexus 6P days. Thanks!
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There should be newer firmware kdzs that you can download and manually flash using lgup for Att variant just look it up.
antintin said:
There should be newer firmware kdzs that you can download and manually flash using lgup for Att variant just look it up.
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Thanks, I'll do some reading on that. Appreciate the look.
Are AT&T KDZs even available? I can't find them anywhere that doesn't look like a complete scam site.
sahively said:
Are AT&T KDZs even available? I can't find them anywhere that doesn't look like a complete scam site.
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AT&T is known not to release KDZs ever, and to only provide updates to postpaid AT&T customers. I assume that's true with G8 as well. I saw those unlocked AT&T G8 on eBay for $320, but I wouldn't expect any updates, nor would I expect warranty to be honored.
TheDannemand said:
AT&T is known not to release KDZs ever, and to only provide updates to postpaid AT&T customers. I assume that's true with G8 as well. I saw those unlocked AT&T G8 on eBay for $320, but I wouldn't expect any updates, nor would I expect warranty to be honored.
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Welp, this baby's going back. Just ordered up a T-Mobile version for only $20 more so "hopefully" it will actually update. Thanks for the guidance.
sahively said:
Hi all,
Grabbed a G8 Thinq for my son off ebay (which scared me but it was cheap). It's an AT&T variant but it's working just fine with T-Mobile. However, the security updates are from July and I'd like to update. I tried LG Bridge and get a "cannot check software version" error. Before I send this thing back I wanted to check here. I understand that OTA updates are super slow to arrived when you unlock and switch carriers but will I ever get one? Is there another way to update this thing?
I'm pretty Android savvy but just haven't messed around on here since my Nexus 6P days. Thanks!
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Sprint unlocked variant updates just fine on any carrier
sahively said:
Welp, this baby's going back. Just ordered up a T-Mobile version for only $20 more so "hopefully" it will actually update. Thanks for the guidance.
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T-Mobile is pretty good with updates. I have T-Mobile V30 on Red Pocket GSMA (AT&T MVNO) and receive updates.
But T-Mobile phones are very hard to carrier unlock. They can only be unlocked with a T-Mobile Device Unlock app, which queries T-Mobile servers for approval. If the phone is relocked (such as after LG repair, or if you get a warranty replacement) you won't be able to unlock it again unless you're a T-Mobile customer and/or have had the phone on their service for some time (40 days postpaid, 1 year prepaid). It can't be unlocked with a code like other phones.
Like AT&T, Sprint also doesn't release KDZs, but as noted they are less restrictive about OTA updates. T-Mobile and Verizon release KDZs.
Carrier phones generally suck for the same reason that carriers generally suck: Everything they do is always designed to suck you
TheDannemand said:
T-Mobile is pretty good with updates. I have T-Mobile V30 on Red Pocket GSMA (AT&T MVNO) and receive updates.
But T-Mobile phones are very hard to carrier unlock. They can only be unlocked with a T-Mobile Device Unlock app, which queries T-Mobile servers for approval. If the phone is relocked (such as after LG repair, or if you get a warranty replacement) you won't be able to unlock it again unless you're a T-Mobile customer and/or have had the phone on their service for some time (40 days postpaid, 1 year prepaid). It can't be unlocked with a code like other phones.
Like AT&T, Sprint also doesn't release KDZs, but as noted they are less restrictive about OTA updates. T-Mobile and Verizon release KDZs.
Carrier phones generally suck for the same reason that carriers generally suck: Everything they do is always designed to suck you
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Yeah we just wait for bootloader unlock now
sahively said:
Hi all,
Grabbed a G8 Thinq for my son off ebay (which scared me but it was cheap). It's an AT&T variant but it's working just fine with T-Mobile. However, the security updates are from July and I'd like to update. I tried LG Bridge and get a "cannot check software version" error. Before I send this thing back I wanted to check here. I understand that OTA updates are super slow to arrived when you unlock and switch carriers but will I ever get one? Is there another way to update this thing?
I'm pretty Android savvy but just haven't messed around on here since my Nexus 6P days. Thanks!
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Have a look on this thread:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg...e-released-t3958979/post81261151#post81261151
I faced the precise same situation, I was able to get the updates by moving my # to ATT prepaid.
antintin said:
Yeah we just wait for bootloader unlock now
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The T-Mobile V30 has official bootloader unlock, as the only North American carrier model. I believe the same was true with V20: Just Enable OEM Unlock in Developer Settings, boot into fastboot mode (Vol- while inserting cable with phone off) and enter fastboot oem unlock. The problem is the bootloader is neutered, with fastboot flash and fastboot boot commands stripped out. So even after BL unlock fastboot cannot be be used to flash or boot TWRP. But it still relaxes the secure boot chain. So once @runningnak3d found a way to flash TWRP using Download Mode (laf) we were golden.
Of course that laf vulnerability is long since fixed. And I am sure somebody must have already checked if the T-Mobile G8 has official bootloader unlock like earlier LG phones. Right? Or are we just assuming it doesn't because other carrier models don't? I only began following the G8 threads recently, so I wouldn't know.
TheDannemand said:
The T-Mobile V30 has official bootloader unlock, as the only North American carrier model. I believe the same was true with V20: Just Enable OEM Unlock in Developer Settings, boot into fastboot mode (Vol- while inserting cable with phone off) and enter fastboot oem unlock. The problem is the bootloader is neutered, with fastboot flash and fastboot boot commands stripped out. So even after BL unlock fastboot cannot be be used to flash or boot TWRP. But it still relaxes the secure boot chain. So once @runningnak3d found a way to flash TWRP using Download Mode (laf) we were golden.
Of course that laf vulnerability is long since fixed. And I am sure somebody must have already checked if the T-Mobile G8 has official bootloader unlock like earlier LG phones. Right? Or are we just assuming it doesn't because other carrier models don't? I only began following the G8 threads recently, so I wouldn't know.
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No g8 has it

Can I flash sm-N975U1 AT&T unlocked firmware over sm-N975U AT&T?

My sm-N975U AT&T note 10+ has never ever received any updates.
It's currently at Android 9, N975USQU1AS12, security patch: September 1, 2019. Since I got it in 2019.
I see that the unlocked version SM-975U1 AT&T receives updates frequently and I can easily get the firmware online.
I've not even seen any Android 10 firmware for SM-975U AT&T.
So is it possible to flash SM-975U1 AT&T unlocked over SM-975U AT&T.
Or even just to make it US unlocked with no carrier so I can receive updates from Samsung?
You can flash the N975U1 firmware onto the N975U (and vice versa) so long as the bootloader is the same version (or higher) then what is currently installed on the phone.
Three things to keep in mind:
No way exists to downgrade the bootloader... So if you flash firmware with a newer bootloader and you decide you want to go back you will not be able too.
Bootloader version can be found by doing the following. Looking at your About Phone > Software Version look at the baseband version info.. Start at the far right and count 5 characters to the left (with the first character being the far right one). The number that is the 5th character in will be the bootloader version that is currently on the phone.
The USERDATA isn't always included with the U1 firmware should you desire the AT&T version of it. You should be able to find that in this thread,
For an example the red number is the bootloader version:
N975U1OYM3CTE7
For anything else this question has been discussed here a lot so you won't have any issues finding information about it.
So this will unlock the phone? Does the same go for the Sprint version?
Nickdroid86 said:
So this will unlock the phone? Does the same go for the Sprint version?
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You can flash the firmware from the N975U1 to the N975U (and vice versa). It doesn't matter the carrier, only the model number matters.
Just be sure to be mindful of the bootloader version.
Flashing the firmware from the N975U1 does not have any relation to the network/sim lock. For network/sim unlocking you will have to ask your provider to do this for you
The term (or name) "unlocked firmware" is derived from the phone it comes from.. The N975U1 is the carrier/network unlocked variant sold by Samsung.
so if i put the, U1 firmware to n975u and i'm out USA. now I will receive all the new updates automatically via OTA?
Excuse me, I am new to the forum, I have a question for you, I have an at & t SM-N975U, this at & t firmware does not update outside the USA, I am in Mexico, which firmware should I use, I want it to update automatically via OTA here in Mexico? t-mobile firmware or U1 firmware, I really appreciate your answer,
hello, my question is similar but regarding the carrier. My Note 10 Plus is AT&T locked, if I flash the SM-N975U1 over the SM-N975U, will that unlock the carrier so i can use anyone outside USA?
No. It won't. You'll have to have AT&T unlock it.
scottusa2008 said:
You can flash the N975U1 firmware onto the N975U (and vice versa) so long as the bootloader is the same version (or higher) then what is currently installed on the phone.
Three things to keep in mind:
No way exists to downgrade the bootloader... So if you flash firmware with a newer bootloader and you decide you want to go back you will not be able too.
Bootloader version can be found by doing the following. Looking at your About Phone > Software Version look at the baseband version info.. Start at the far right and count 5 characters to the left (with the first character being the far right one). The number that is the 5th character in will be the bootloader version that is currently on the phone.
The USERDATA isn't always included with the U1 firmware should you desire the AT&T version of it. You should be able to find that in this thread,
For an example the red number is the bootloader version:
N975U1OYM3CTE7
For anything else this question has been discussed here a lot so you won't have any issues finding information about it.
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Hello can you please help me too
I'm super new here
So i have the N975U and i live in Europe and i don't get any updates cuz my Note 10+ is the AT&T version and now i want to change it to N975U1 so i can get updates from Samsung themselves.. from Sammobile i downloaded The N975U1OYM7GULD-(XAA) model and also N975U1OYM7GULD-AT&T model while the current one i have is N975USQS7FUI7 so both of them i think should work because they have the same bootloader so my question is since i want to get updates to which one should i flash my phone with? I heard the XAA is better because u get updates directly from Samsung themselves ( even when I'm in Europe ) and the AT&T version is also N975U1 but I'm not sure if i will be getting updates because now I already have the N975U ( probably AT&T model that's why I'm not getting anything ) So what do you think i should do?
I'd appreciate ur help
And sorry for my broken ass English hope you understood..
scottusa2008 said:
You can flash the N975U1 firmware onto the N975U (and vice versa) so long as the bootloader is the same version (or higher) then what is currently installed on the phone.
Three things to keep in mind:
No way exists to downgrade the bootloader... So if you flash firmware with a newer bootloader and you decide you want to go back you will not be able too.
Bootloader version can be found by doing the following. Looking at your About Phone > Software Version look at the baseband version info.. Start at the far right and count 5 characters to the left (with the first character being the far right one). The number that is the 5th character in will be the bootloader version that is currently on the phone.
The USERDATA isn't always included with the U1 firmware should you desire the AT&T version of it. You should be able to find that in this thread,
For an example the red number is the bootloader version:
N975U1OYM3CTE7
For anything else this question has been discussed here a lot so you won't have any issues finding information about it.
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And should i use Odin patch or just the normal odin? I actually wanted to flash my phone with the Germany version but i don't know if it will work!!? ( You'd use odin patch you want to change region! ) so idk if it would work if i change it from N975U to N975F which is Germany model !!?

Question flashing global firmware to unlocked AT&T S22

Hi everyone,
I am planning to get an unlocked S22 (AT&T unlocked, fully paid off) from the USA to my country (India). The box says it is following:
Model: SM-S901U
S/W: S901USQU1AVA7
Even though it is unlocked, i can see the SM-S901U does not support 2 5G bands which are used my in country (unlike the generic unlocked SM-S901U1). My question is that,
1) Since the s22 is basically from samsung, with the carrier models having control over the software, will i be able to flash to the generic unlocked firmware and model SM-S901U1 and get support for the other 5g bands too (i see the generic unlocked version SM-S901U1 has the 2 other bands that i need)?
2) Will the hotspot work and will i be able to recive OTA updates?
3) And the main question, will i require an AT&T SIM for the flashing process?
I was digging around the ultra thread for some info:
OTA and Non-OTA Firmware for S22 Ultra SM-S908U and S22 Ultra SM-S908U1 Versions
See Post #2 and #3 for the Links to the Firmware All of the firmware posted here can be flashed on any U or U1 Device. Each of the firmware's are NOT carrier dependent and only has carrier labels listed in order to have an idea if you might get...
forum.xda-developers.com
If someone can help/guide me, i'd be great!
Thanks and Cheers!
1. You will be able to flash s901u1 firmware (you will need a patched version of Odin to do so) but it still will not have the 5g bands, it's a hardware thing.
2. Hotspot will still work and you will be able to receive OTA updates when on s901u1 firmware.
3. No you will not, even when the phone is locked you will still not require a sim
Kesh2cute said:
1. You will be able to flash s901u1 firmware (you will need a patched version of Odin to do so) but it still will not have the 5g bands, it's a hardware thing.
2. Hotspot will still work and you will be able to receive OTA updates when on s901u1 firmware.
3. No you will not, even when the phone is locked you will still not require a sim
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Thanks for such a quick reply
I had thought that the bands were locked via firmware (was hoping that samsung gave control to the carriers to control the bands via software). Sadly that doesn't seem to be the case
Since the s901u1 has those bands available (i checked here: https://devicebeast.com/devices/samsung-sm-s901u1-galaxy-s22-5g-uw-dual-sim-td-lte-us-256gb), i guess that will be a better buy for 5G.

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