yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] jackrabbit72380:
can you update a Samsung galaxy s3 that has accepted the OTA 4.3???

I did a sg3 for my self one time but this new one I have is different looks like an updated model the Verizon boot logo is white instead of the other one I did that had a black screen with some rainbow rings animation.

BTW The link for DFS 4.9.4.0 in the op is dead!

The other steps I used to flash my older version Verizon sg3 required the phone to be rooted, bootloader unlocked, & running a custom rom. that had the diag mode, & hidden menu mode apps in the rom.

with this device im reading that because it has the ota & 4.3 unlocking the bootloader is not even possible and using odin or downgradeing bricks the phone.

I don't see a clear path or method in even flashing the device at this point

where as all devices use to be flashable now it seems with the new ota 4.3 some devices are simply not going to be flashabe anymore

or I should say a lot of devices.

this is really a big problem!

I don't really feel like bricking a brand new s3 that's for sure!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Well as much as I have tried to keep people from leeching my download links it has not worked. Here is the message from DropBox.

Now I got to figure out another way to get these back up......

This email is an automated notification from Dropbox that your Public links have been temporarily suspended for generating excessive traffic. Your Dropbox will continue to function normally with the exception of Public links.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] gpz1100:
Isn't republic wireless sprint based? That pretty much kills the service right there.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] PJnc284:
Speeds can't compete with Verizon but the premise of RW is to use wifi whenever possible. Prior to switching to Republic, I moved from Verizon to a Selectel yearly plan using Google Voice and GrooveIP since I'm around wifi most of the time. Google made the choice to switch to Republic easy for me when they announced they'd no longer be supporting XMPP based calling apps like GrooveIP. Only been with Republic for two months but no regrets so far.

General voice service seems to be on par and even better than Verizon in some places like where my parents live. My GS3 struggled to even get signal there while the Moto X had great (albeit roaming) signal. Then again, Samsung isn't exactly known for their radios. Republic isn't meant for everyone, but at the current price point and a completely worry free 30 day trial, it's well worth at least giving it a try. And on that note, anyone want a 32GB GS3? :laugh:
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] afextwin:
Off topic, but I [STRIKE]think[/STRIKE] hope OP will approve...

So I just want to say thanks again to [MENTION=1573711]Viper32[/MENTION] for posting that mms.apk yesterday. It worked on a Verizon Note 2 for me.

Anyway, since this thread has kind of become a home for flasher's. I'd like to post an unrelated (but useful) tip about the Motorola Droid Bionic XT875 on stock Jelly Bean 4.1.2

Droid Bionic was updated to Jelly Bean 4.1.2 - this broke root methods,

THE ONLY METHOD THAT WORKS IS THE LINUX SMB METHOD

. K? So here is a link for

THE EASIEST ROOT METHOD FOR BIONIC 4.1.2

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2256439

K, next up, activating the XT875 via OTA while remaining stock.

Step's include visiting another forum (HoFo) and reading OP: http://www.howardforums.com/showthr...e-a-Droid-Bionic-Jelly-Bean-on-Page-Plus-w-3g

Once you finish the instructions in the HoFo thread, boot to safestrap twrp and choose boot slot SYSTEM, Then go back to Snoop's thread http://www.howardforums.com/showthr...ivation-TXT-MMS-3G-ROOT-TETHERING-on-PagePlus and follow the instructions for Build Prop Editor LTEONCDMA & ##PROGRAM Test Mode CDMA / EVDO.

I did not try to activate tether because I don't have a google play account setup on this device, so I'm not sure if system.db contains the entitlement check flag that need's to be disabled (0) for unrestricted tethering. I've heard FoxFi works, but I've only used it with verizon contract lines (works perfect with unlimited 4g..)

Not thread jacking..just posting the info here for those in need of a Quick n Dirty guide/explanation RE: BIONIC JB ROOT FLASH PAGE PLUS OTAP.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] anycallmongolia:
Hello, fellow QPST users.

QPST 2.7 Build 4.2.2 is a fake version with keylogger.

Some a$$hole downloaded latest public QPST build (4.0.2) and decompiled MSI installer package, then edited all "4.0.2" to "4.2.2", added "fake changelog", added keylogger (qualcomm.exe), then repackaged and spread around web!

Everyone who downloaded QPST build "4.2.2" should change all his passwords.

More info about malware from fake 4.2.2 build (QPST.2.7.422.msi)

MSI package (QPST.2.7.422.msi) was embedded/tampered with qualcomm.exe which is a .NET based malware that logs your keystrokes and sends it to attacker's server.

How to delete the actual malware from your system?

Look at the startup from msconfig or CCleaner, there should be a file called qualcomm.exe thats set to start everytime system starts. Delete both registry and file.

If you wanted to see what data thief was stolen from you. Just open the .dc file (in "dclogs" folder) with Notepad and see for yourself.

In XP, dc file is located here!

C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Application Data\dclogs

there should be a file called "201X-XX-XX-X.dc

if you open that DC files with Notepad, you'll see all your keystrokes.

Here is mine. I've intentionally entered paypal site with fake info.

Keylogger sends the logs from keylogger to "qpst.hopto.me"

So please report about this incident where and when you encounter QPST 4.2.2 somewhere (forums, posts, sharing-sites, etc)

Copy my whole post and paste it where you see 4.2.2 mentioned.

Bonus: Fake Changelog

If you've installed this 422 build, then open the Readme.txt in C:\Program Files\Qualcomm\QPST\Documents

Scroll down and see the "6/12/13 QPST 2.7.422 changelog"

Changelog above is actually cloned from QPST 2.7.394 Just scroll down and see Build 2.7.394 changelog. Its same!

So forget about Build 422. It doesn't exist.

Use QPST 2.7 Build 402. It's the latest public build :)

Sorry about my english

Best Regards

AnycallMongolia
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] gpz1100:
Agreed. When I was with sprint, I never had issues with voice services. Rarely if ever a dropped call even. It was data that was the deal breaker. On a number of occasions, I needed data to work and it just didn't. No lte, no 3g (in a 3g/lte area according to their map). This was not acceptable. If data didn't work properly on sprint postpaid, I surmised the same issues would be present on prepaid/mvnos.

If the end user's emphasis is on voice, this service is quite acceptable. For data look elsewhere.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
I was with Sprint once upon a time. It was a nightmare, dropped calls, data issues from day one.

I will never go back again no matter what, not to mention customer service they have really is terrible.

Adios and Goodbye forever SPRINT ;)

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] sodium11:
Thank you for catching this - this is beyond messed up. I never upgraded from 378 out of laziness which turned to my benefit. OP should remove all those QPST links with malware. Who knows how many paypal/banking accounts have already been compromised.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
402 Version is the only one up.........

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mckinney83:
Straight Talk S3 on Page Plus Please Help

I have a straight talk S3 that I put on Page Plus. I have been told by several people that this phone can't be flashed. It works fine on Page Plus now as long as I stay near where I activated it. If I leave town I get no signal and can't even use *228 to upgrade the towers. It is my un-educated guess that the roaming or tower switching, whatever you call it, is not working correctly. I also have two friends that have the same phone on Page Plus that are having the same issues. Is there a fix for this? I love this phone and Page Plus. Any help would be appreciated.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Sure if ya get the spc it can be fixed, thats the issue though. You need it to make the necc. changes.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] agapedisciple:
Bad news. A buddy of mine is trying to get his MSL for 4.3 on Note3. The apk Viper posted to get apk on 4.3 doesn't work for him. So I told him to get it directly from http://tools.flashingtools.com/

Unfortunately, he said it gave him the error code: 'unauthorized ip address-we could not verify ur IP address. be sure u r on the same internet ask ur account.'

Any ideas on this one?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] sodium11:
Yep, looks like Magical phones has shut everyone down unless you go to one of their dealers like remote squad. Same thing for the 4.3 Messaging app that Viper posted. It only works if you used remote squad to flash - otherwise it says provisioning failed.

Anyone able to decompile both APK's to see how it finds the MSL and remove the provision check? I am able to pull out all the java code if someone is good at reviewing that stuff.

Currently no other way of getting MSL unless you call Sprint and have a Clean ESN.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
hmmm,

I will look into it tomorrow.

I have another one that works also, just got to find it.

I don't use it that much since I have a personal method but I will see what I can do for you guys.

Did not know about the mms apk, someone just passed it along to me. I will remove the link.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] El aye:
I've removed the No Sim Card icon from the taskbar. I'm curious if anyone knows of a quick way to remove the "No SIM Card - Sprint" from the lockscreen as well. I guess I could use a lockscreen replacement, but I'd prefer not to.

edit: forgot to say thanks to viper and everyone else who continues to support this thread!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] agapedisciple:
Does your method use adb and alogcat?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
No, it does not......

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] ericsodt:
Battery Drain

Has anyone experienced issues with their battery on the S III? My wife's S III seems to be draining quicker than usual and I see that it *could* be linked to it's Android version. Any idea's on fixing this issue?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yeah but I do not think the core is in the apk. But rather in the part it pulls from the server.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mrctony:
SPCUtility apk Not working anymore...

'Due to commercial theft of this product

This version of the MSL Reader has been

disabled"

"To obtain a legitimate copy,please visit:

www.flashingtools.com"

Well it was good till it lasted.. so sad..

BTW: I will pay if paid version available ,is very usefull...
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Timothy08:
i need help error with DFS mode change but no changes at all with the repair
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] floodx4:
Has anyone found (or have) a good, complete guide to flashing a S3 to pageplus?

I realize that this thread has all the info needed, but to me, its like a jigsaw puzzle and all the pieces are the same color:)

I pretty much know the process, and what I need, but I would need a step by step to put it all together.

If anyone could provide this, I would definitely make it worth the their time.

I do have a full paid version of CDMAW, and would be willing to get whatever software I need to get successful flashes.

Also, I realize that the person(s) that are the most likely to have this info use it for income. I will be straight up in saying that I will not use this info for commercial purposes outside of flashing my personal phones, and I will not distribute it without consent.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] vizion98:
No one is going to give you a straight up guide. There is a YouTube video that nevell posted a while back that gives a complete walkthrough. I felt the same way but used this guide as best I could and attempted to flash. I got text, calling, and data running by myself just using dfs. You can do it with the plethora of info in this thread alone.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] alphahere:
You have all you need in this thread and there are good guides on the net. I only use dfs and flash almost any Samsung phone. Flashing is really trial and error. I would recommend for beginners to use the donor phone method. Use your favorite search engine and start learning.

Heck the hardest part is getting MMS working.

Later
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Timothy08:
so your saying my phone is a hit and miss when i flash it usen dfs? like i say i get a modem change and when i look and see if it did and it still the same... can it be the spc or the other 16 digit code??? i got the gs3 from verizon with the 4.3 ota
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] sheybklyn:
RemoteSquad worked for me, no issues. 3 minute flash (start to finish). Letting you dealers know.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] alphahere:
Interesting story.

I purchased a Verizon Note 2 from craigslist about six months ago. I used several ESN/MEID checkers to check the ESN/MEID before purchase and it was clean. The phone was placed on pageplus without any problems using phone ESN/MEID. I have used it for months. I have two pageplus accounts so decided to switch to do an ESN swap to use my other number and kill some minutes in the other account.

Requested an ESN swap and found the Verizon Note 2 now has a blacklisted ESN/MEID. Checked the ESN/MEID on several ESN/MEID checkers and the results were the same. Wow so even months after buying the phone it can be reported as stolen, lost, or non-payment. Not the end of the world for me at least, but I thought I would share this with the list. So before changing your phone number or swapping ESN's make sure the MEID has not been blacklisted. Usually story is someone reported later for insurance. That is common scam around these parts of the country. This could happen months later, apparently. Strange. You really have no protection buying used phones even when you go and get it checked in a store.

The other phone still had a clean ESN/MEID.

Whatever.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yep, been seeing this allot lately.......

Be careful........

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yep, thats what its all about....

Learning the process. Not a handheld guide ;)

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Well, I will release another method hopefully in a few days. Been holding it back but guess the time is near ;)

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mrctony:
that'd be great..!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] gpz1100:
[MENTION=3150696]alphahere[/MENTION] At the time of activation, the esn was probably clean. That is, there's some time between when a bill is issued, late notices sent out, then finally turned over to collections for non payment and marked delinquent. If this happened in your case, it explains why the esn was initially good.

I would assume there's also a much shorted time delay after it's flagged lost/stolen to when it hits the system.

Either way, PP won't kick the phone off initially, but if an esn change is done, you can't reactivate it.

Another issue i've come across is mismatched esn's. That is, the programmed esn doesn't match the sticker on the back. I advise the customer to get with the seller to make it right or start filing claims with paypal/credit card.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] njdan30:
I use the MSL reader on my laptop came with a similar flash program I use pretty sure Mr Viper knows what program. I'll look see if there's a apk for u guys that works with 4.3 also.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] nathanscomputerservice:
So the flashing is actually the easy part:

Upload 10.key

Program data usernames, MDN, MIN, etc

Make a phone call (data authenticates)

My question is if there is any way anybody here knows how to to get the 10.key on the phone without having to use DFS or QPST. Preferably a script using AT/DM commands that could be done via CDMA WS. Alternatively something done in Hyperterminal/straight windows batch script would work just fine.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Since you do this for a living then you should know how to write and send a script.

That's what you said you did in another post advertising your service/website to be.

I know how and I don't do this for a living ;) (I am glad I don't either or it would be like work and I probably would not want to do it)

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yeah Verizon was for a long time not blacklisting 4G devices. But they are now for sure. I think things are starting to change at rapid rates on all fronts.

I even look for really soon all CDMA Carriers to share Blacklisted Phone List. Its just a matter of time, look at how many BAD ESN Sprint phones are out there. They will want to stop the bleeding at some point or another.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] nathanscomputerservice:
The scripts I use generate CDMA WS .nam files, not direct AT command scripts. I may wind up learning it but if someone else can do it why bother?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Because if you want to do this for a living and be good at it you may want to learn.

Things want always be handed to you on a silver platter.

A True Flasher Understands and can do all parts of the flash, not just point and click methods.

Using CDMA to send the prefilled scripts does not count as writing your own.

Anyways good luck to you and your flashing BUSINESS ......

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] nathanscomputerservice:
If you say so. I wrote the scripts to generate the .nam files manually. That's hardly a "point and click method." So far I haven't come up against anything that I would need to use AT scripts to change, and I regularly flash the stuff people think can't be flashed. I'm really not interested in developing my own 1 click flasher to compete with CDMA Flasher, Cyberflashing, Wireless Workshop, etc...

I already do this for a living, and I am VERY good at it.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Oh I see....

I guess that's why you are here asking for how to do it.....

I am glad I save PM from the past.... Always full of information..

Anyways man good luck to you.

I am very sure you are GOOD at what you do....

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] nathanscomputerservice:
I have no idea who you are or who you think you are but you can take your attitude and shove it. I never claimed to write DM command scripts that pushed a new DMU key to Verizon phones. You can do your stupid passive-aggressive BS all you want but again this was never a claim that I made just something you apparently think I should be doing. You shove that right up your ass, *****.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Wow, really professional.....

Point Said....

I am done, no use in me trying to tell you things you should learn as you already know it all.

Go away and good luck to you in your future adventures.......

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Ok I have updated the links in the Original Topics and have put a little twist on them.

Now I can hopefully see who or what site is leaching them and causing them to be taken down......

I got a few ideas and plans for some new info, putting it together now and hopefully by the end of next week will have it all up.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mrctony:
I tried this on the GS4,Version 4.2.2 it works...can someone try on another devices and report your results

please describe your galaxy device and android version...

install this first,"getmyMSL" apk, then:

On the phone, go to the dialer and dial ##3282#

Click edit

Enter 000000 for the SPC/MSL code.

You will get a failed error message.

Now go to the "get my msl" app you just downloaded and open the app.

Click get my msl.

your MSL will pop up.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yeah that works for some older versions of Android but not on 4.3 that most people are having problems with.

i use to have that info in main topic but took it down due to allot of people getting confused.

Thanks though, I hope to have something out soon.

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mrctony:
personally Ive always used your files to flash my own (and realtives) devices but Ive never redistributed em...

Im sure someone elses are posting links in other sites,blogs etc...

that might be the reason for the author are taking them down... :(
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
Yeah that's what they are for you guys to use.

I have found them posted all over the net, and thats why they get taken down.

No biggie we will get through it.

Glad they are of use to you ;)

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] agapedisciple:
Looks like this guy found a way around the problem on how to get the SPC for 4.3 phones. His solution may not last for long, but here it is for anyone who needs to get the SPC/MSL for a Samsung phone with Android 4.3 (Knox). :cowboy:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=49751878&postcount=142
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] sodium11:
Figured out another way thanks to Dina. No more APK needed. Thanks!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] aprilcj83:
Help :)

Is there anyone that can get me started in the right direction to flash my USCC S4 to Page plus? I have done my iphone in the past which it wasn't that hard. If I can just get started I can get the rest on my own Thanks for your help!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] vizion98:
Well firstly... If you did an OTA update on a flashed phone it should have broken the flash... Secondly flash mastamoon's cm11 ROM. Go into settings. Change it back to nv only and cdma+lte/evdo. Those are my settings and data is working. I was suprised. I didn't think it would work with +lte but it sure does. Give that a try.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] agapedisciple:
How?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] njdan30:
Look at the post above the one u quoted and follow that. .. Until they take that down is ez click the link for directions
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Timothy08:
so in order to flash i need to be on a asop?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Mrhunter13:
no
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Timothy08:
oh well i posted like a page or two back and noone answered my question well problem. i cant flash it wont let me... i keep get a mode change and it dont change at all.. is it because of the bootloader? i took the 4.3 ota. i dont kno if that is or isnt the problem
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
What phone are you attempting to flash and what do you mean mode change?

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Timothy08:
i think i got it... the sim card didnt allow my to change anything....

EDIT: maybe not.. like i cant do anything i just zeroed the international mobile equipment Id

EDIT: i think there might be settings saved in the sim card maybe??? when i change things is shows but when it fully loads it goes back to default.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] aprilcj83:
How long do you think this will work? I programmed my phone over the air by itself without even flashing it and the text/calls/data all is working?? Idk how it worked but it definitely did
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Viper32:
All I can tell you is if its working leave it alone. Not sure how that happened but in any case glad it did for you.

I have seen it one other time work for whatever reason......

Viper
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] aprilcj83:
It's definitely working! LoL thanks for everything and i'm sorry if I bugged anyone for any reason