yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] christoophat:
It could also be a kernel issue, depending on the ROM.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] thartley:
Question on TW ROMS and M919UVUFOK3 firmware

Hello,

I've been trying to find a custom Touchwiz ROM that will work with the M919UVUFOK3 firmware on a T-Mobile SGH-M919. I've seen some comments that some ROMs don't replace the baseband, but it seems like some, such as the Wicked V10 ROM does (MK2). I also have looked into the Insane V11 ROM. In the title of the posting for that ROM (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2683507) it says the baseband is NB4. Neither actually say 'baseband', but the letters lead me to believe that is what they are referring to.

Furthermore, what about the kernal? I need to be careful about that too, correct? Do some ROMs include one and some not?

Any recommendations on a ROM that will work with the M919UVUFOK3 firmware that also keeps the wifi calling, data, GPS, and bluetooth functional?

Regards,
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] christoophat:
maybe this:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=65953969&postcount=1416
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
You can flash any TW ROM from I9505 section like Kushan ROM or Imperium ROM. Both are stable and everything works just fine.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] thartley:
Re: Question on TW ROMS and M919UVUFOK3 firmware

Thank you to both christoophat and a103 for taking the time to respond. I will take a look at those ROMs.

a103 - I had seen the Imperium ROM and it looked promising, but before posting my question I was not sure how it would handle the FOK3 firmware already installed on my phone. I guess it won't be a problem.

christoophat - I had not heard of the SuperWizCyan ROM. It looks very interesting too. I'm especially interested in the good battery life comments.

Regards.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
That's the baseband I've on my phone. You should be fine just follow the flash instructions. I'm assuming that you've flashed a custom ROM before. If not do search on YouTube, you'll find tonnes of videos with step by step instructions. Use TWRP custom recovery.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] thartley:
I'm trying to find the correct CF-Auto-Root files to use with M919UVUFOK3 baseband and Build number KTU84P.M919UVUFOK3. From what I can gather, the CF-Auto-Root files are specific for the baseband and build numbers. I've been able to locate older versions, but so far, not for the FOK3.

Any suggestions?

Thanks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
They aren't specific to baseband. You should be able to Odin flash the one available on XDA and root your phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] thartley:
I found ChainFire's post regarding CF-Auto-Root. I think this is probably what you were referring to. At first I thought that the posting was from so long ago that it might not be applicable, but it turns out that the files inside the .zip file for ChainFire's CF_Auto_Root download link are periodically updated to stay current.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2294005
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] gmolds:
Just to be clear...

If I have a deODEXed ROM zip file that still has confirmed bloatware, is it safe to remove the specific apk's before flashing it...

Then on the flip of that coin, can I throw some of my own saved apks into the ZIP to have them there on install?

Thanks,

gmO
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
You can do both however you'll need to know how to re-sign the zip. It's not as easy as to add or remove apks from a normal zip.

See if this helps

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1966007

Also not to mention do your own research before flashing anything on your device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] gmolds:
Great. Thanks for the pointer... I actually was 70% of the way through removing a boatload of bloat from a ROM and I re-zipped it and flashed it without any signing and it seems to have worked... but TWRP allows you to skip the MD5 stuff... but I'll read that thread to train myself up.

Onto the next question that's been bothering me for a while...

Where is a good primer that discusses the relationship between kernels, modems, and roms? This comes up becasue I'm trying to use ShinySides KitKat based NH7 Touchwiz rom that is rooted and knoxless and deodexed... but my kernel is OK3 and wifi doesn't seem to work with that ROM. I fear that flashing the modem bin in the MD5 that SS made way back then will somehow mess up other stuff. I've never seen a good explanation of the interactions of Kernels/Modems/ROMs. He includeds a kernel too but for some reason I thought I read that you shouldn't go backwards with kernels becasue it can mess stuff up...

I am willing to read this stuff but these forums are a bit of a mess when it comes to finding up to date information and/or primers that clarify if they are device specific or general. Answers appreciated, pointers to educational type links even more so!

-gmO
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AlaskaLinuxUser:
If your WiFi doesn't work, you are missing the proper module, which for 4.4.4 is usually called dhd.ko. It is usually kept in the /system/lib/modules/ directory. This module is for the kernel. Sometimes these modules are built into the kernel as well.

Flashing a modem should only affect the radio, and will usually not fix your WiFi.

http://xdaforums.com/wiki/ROM-VS-Kernel is a good place to start.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2416235 is a good read.

https://ohthehugemanatee.org/blog/2...m-slash-baseband-firmware-on-a-samsung-phone/ to learn a bit about modems.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] joesixpack1:
Wicked Rom on M919 that has stock 4.4.4

I have a stock T-Mobile M919 with T-Mobile OTA upgrades to Android 4.4.4 I'd like to try the Wicked ROM, but it appears that is 4.4.3.

Can I "downgrade" to the Wicked 4.4.3 without causing boot loader or Knox issues? (I don't use the Knox features for secure access, so I don't really care if that goes away - I just don't want it making the phone unusable.)

Is there a better ROM option (Lollipop or Marshmallow) that includes the T-Mobile WiFi Calling?

Thanks in advance.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
If you need Wi-Fi calling there no other option than to stick with T-Mobile ROMs which are 4.4.4

You should be able to flash wicked ROM without issue. You just can't flash full firmware from 4.4.4 using Odin, it'll Fisk fail, but flashing ROMs in custom recovery isn't a problem.

Why would you want to downgrade your phone's OS :confused: anyway?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] MuhammadBilal:
Hi,

I just want to be able to have multiple ROMs in my TMO S4. After searching and reading through a lot of threads, I can't decide which one of these three is the right one for me.

Dual boot by chenxiaolong

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2447534

MultiSystem by hsbadr

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-tmobile/development/tool-multirom-recovery-replacement-t3101265

MultiRom by AntaresOne

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4/i9505-orig-develop/mod-multirom-v28-t2864469
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Skipjacks:
The ONLY way to determine which of those is the best option for you is to try then all for a few days each.

There is no right or wrong answer in terms of 'best' so you have to see which one works for you.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] InAMirrorDarkly:
I think I've broken my S4 and I'm not sure how to fix it. I tried to flash back to stock firmware using Odin and now when it boots up it gets stuck at the T-Mobile animation. I've never upgraded from the MDL bootloader so I flashed the MDL firmware. Odin doesn't give any errors and everything seems to flash normally until it tries to boot. Does anyone have ideas how to get back to a working condition?

Edit: Nevermind, I figured it out. I flashed a TWRP in odin and loaded a custom rom. Was able to get it to boot. Then cleared everything in TWRP, Reflashed stock firmware in Odin then booted to stock recovery and did a factory reset. Finally this allowed my to boot the stock firmware.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Edward_3063:
alright, so today i restored my tmobile galaxy s4 to 4.4.2 stock, I did that AWS stuff... and when i inserted my WIND sim card, it puts me into the "AWAY" network.. Now if i want to select another network I get Telus, Rogers, Bell.. NO WIND!

Before I did the AWS thing, I only had AWAY, AWAY, AWAY

(I restored the s4 to 4.4.2 because the wizcyan rom didint make my pc detect the com ports)

please help with me, im not the best with android but i know my way around things usally

this phone worked with other networks like Chatr, T-Mobile (obviously) Rogers, and fido
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] hearkenoath:
Hi, I'm a big fan of CM, especially 11 and been looking to upgrade to the S4. So my question is: with the goo.im links down for the unofficial CM11, is there a way to use the snapshots builds 20140210 for the JFLTETMO in the CM site?

Thanks in advance.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
Look here, it's available. I didn't check if the download is still working or not

https://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=jfltetmo&type=snapshot
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] hearkenoath:
Thanks, it is. I just was wondering if there were some isssue or something
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sistema1927:
OK, here are a couple of possibly stupid questions.

I have been rooting my Android phones ever since my original G1. The last time was with my T-Mobile S4, and I have been happily running CM11 on it. However, I have recently encountered some hardware problems, and decided to get a new phone. Since I like the form factor, functions, battery life, as well as already have a case and spare batteries, I decided to order another S4 (T-Mobile version) from Amazon. It has been so long since I rooted this device that I have forgotten how I originally did it. I have been regularly using TWRP to install new updates to CM11.

Here are my questions:

1) It says that it comes running 5.1. Can this be correct? (Note that I have not yet received this device.)

2) If so, what is my best route to rooting it and installing CM11 on it? I have the latest jtfle CM11 ROM and Gapps already. I hope to run TWRP also since that is what I already have. Since CM is going away, is there a better replacement ROM with ongoing development.

3) Assuming it is running 5.1, and assuming that I like it, what is the best way to root so that I can use my apps that require root?

Thanks much.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
1. T-Mobile didn't receive Android Lollipop, the last update it received was Android KitKat 4.4.4

2. Flash a custom recovery TWRP using Odin and then flash ROM of your choice.

3. Get the root access by flashing SuperSu zip once you've TWRP.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sistema1927:
Thanks! I was freaking out when I saw the page on Amazon showing 5.1. When the phone arrives in a few days I will do exactly what you describe.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] redzero36:
Okay so I'm trying to install twrp on my tmo galaxy s4, I finally got twrp 2.6.3 to install since the latest doesn't seem to work. But when I boot to twrp it just stays on the teamwin logo. I can boot into the system just fine but twrp doesn't seem to work.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mickleby:
Hi all. My LG V10 is giving GSOD (green screen of death. thermal fry?), so I'm trying to catch up with my SGH-M919 T-mo Galaxy S4.

I find myself with M919UVSFQA1. Ugh. adb seems to work, but fastboot cannot connect.

What is the advice before I stumble into brick?

I want to be certain I know the pit before I start flashing anything. I'm off to check if this info is inside the firmware package.

Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ElevyNJ:
Terrible Battery Life on stock rom (4.4.4) (need help)

Hi. I picked up a used S4 to use as my ride share phone. I drive for Lyft and Uber and wanted a dedicated phone for them.

My problem is the phone on 4.4.4 is draining faster than it can charge.

My car charger is an Annaker 5 port USB charger that goes into a 12V outlet. It's powering an iPhone 7+, LYFT Amp, Falcon 360+ Dash Cam and the Samsung phone. I don't think it's the Annaker even with the phone as the only device attached I have the problem.

The Micro USB cable I am using is a new from Target and the box says it works with Samsung phones.

I really appreciate any help in getting this to work.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Interesting. Although I will mention that the GPS on this thing is a hog when it comes to battery usage.

A couple of thoughts for you:

Is it the original battery? Might be time for a new one.

Which specific model is it? You could consider upgrading it with some of the custom ROMs on here. Many have kernels with battery saving tweaks, as well as newer android versions having several battery optimizing features.

Hope that helps.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ElevyNJ:
It did have what looked like an original battery. I ordered and received an Anker batter it seems to discharge slower but I am still having the same problem.

I do need GPS working for the Uber and Lyft apps along with Hurdlr

I am open to changing roms with hand holding because I bricked my Stylo 2 the order day. According to About Device my phone is a SGH-M919
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AlaskaLinuxUser:
If you would like to upgrade, you could try:

Lollipop:

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3377731

Marshmallow:

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3391994

Nougat:

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3519280

There are tons of good roms for this phone. However, some users report slow GPS in Nougat. As this is what you use it for, I would recommend Marshmallow.

If you head to any thread, most users are very helpful, and can walk you through it. If you head to one of these threads, you can ask me for help.

But, of you are new to the scene, you might wasn't to read about safety net. These custom ROMs will fail Google's safety net check, which can prevent certain apps from working unless you install specific things to overcome that. If you are just using the phone for driving and your source of income, this might not be a good fit for you. In that case, I recommend selling the s4 and getting a used s5 active (really good battery life while using GPS).

Hope that helps!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Stiiick991:
Hey guys, i'll try to be straightforward. ***Disclaimer: I'm new to things cellphone.

It's been 2 weeks i'm trying to root my old phone, thing is it appears to be very easy, steps are simple and nothing appears to go/be wrong. Until it fails. I can't find by myself what's wrong, been looking all around, spent time on it, i just don't have the necessary skill/knowledge.

Here's what i did:

- Download auto-root file from firmware.modi

- Start Odin

- Click the PDA button, and select the auto-root file you just downloaded

- Put your phone in download mode (turn off phone, then hold VolDown+Home+Power to boot)

- (USB) Connect the phone to your computer

- Click the Start button

- Wait for Android to boot (like 5 seconds)

- Done

This fails and my phone tells me ''unsupport dev_type''. I have then to use the recovery file from the same site. (soft brick, i beleive)

My phone specs:

Model number: SGH-M919V

Android version: 5.0.1

Baseband version: M919VVLUGOH1

Kernel version: 3.4.0-4508315 dpi@swhd7412 #1

Build number: LRX22C.M919VVLUGOH1

The root file/recovery file i use (firmware.mobi): https: //desktop.firmware.mobi/device:1154/firmware:8148

Then there are the warnings, the must have, like:

- An unlocked bootloader

- OEM unlock enabled (if present) in developer options

- Factory reset protection (if present) disabled

- usb debugging ON

OEM and factory reset protection options don't seem to be there for me so, whatever. For the bootloader being unlocked, i can't find a way to be sure about it but i beleive my version isn't locked and that it's not the problem. USB debugging is on.

Any tips?

Thanks

(there's a spacebar in the link between https: and //)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ElevyNJ:
The phone is a SGH-M919 I replaced the batter with an Anker battery. I also replaced the USB charging port board with a new (possibly refurb) the system will change (slowly when turned off faster when off) over USB. However I am unable to get the PC to see it as a device to allow me to try a different firmware.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Evileddie:
Charging paused, Battery temperature to low

I know this has probably been asked a million times but any help would be really appreciated.

My phone got slightly wet and since then I get a warning popping up saying battery temperature too low, charging paused with two beeps. Is there a way I can disable the battery warning pop up???

I've attached a pic of the issue, Samsung galaxy S6 rooted
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] MysticBlueDragon:
Hi there everyone. It there a way to install the sgh-i337(at&t) rom 5.0.1 i337UCSGOK3 in our device?

Even without the wifi calling.

Thank you for any feedback.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jonpjingleheimler:
downgraded to 4.4.2 and made sure 4.22 modem was installed, rooted with supersu . that all went well. I got hung up when trying to use the service menu *9090* I tapped the wrong one the phone rebooted and now no product code shows, I cannot get back into service mode, and baseband is unknown, WIFI is good. Ive been going in circles on google and xda since yesterday evening. I had a full backup of a jdcteam on my sd and thought everything would be cool. is there a go to way for me to fix this?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jonpjingleheimler:
At this point, the only way the phone will work perfectly is on 4.4.2 os with 4.2.2 baseband. everything shows up in phone info. I have to use the lte discovery app to find the network.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] varunkp:
Hello,

I installed the LineageOS meant for jfltexx (which also supports jfltetmo according to the site) with the latest baseband M919UVSFQA1 and the SIM card and most of the sensors aren't working. Which baseband should I use to have them working?? Please do check this problem and help me..

Thanks in advance.:)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] tomay3000:
Hello,

This is my phone and its official update is stopped at version 4.4.4 :(

The battery don't last for long.

I need to upgrade it to version 9 or 10 if possible.

Any help would be appreciated.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Zaneoi:
Hi I'm new to XDR and android in general. I am currently using a fresh S4 SGH M919 with 4.4.4 android. I have been trying to find a way to upgrade the android version to no avail. I have asked for help in discord servers but am still very confused, what android version should I put on the S4 with stability and performance in mind, and more importantly how do I do it?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
I've had my 64gb class 10 SanDisk Red/Grey in my S3 and now in my S4's without issues for a year or so. Fat32

Hopefully I Didn't put a jinx on it :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] trippster:
I screwed up, majorly. No clue what I did, exactly, but it involved trying to do a full wipe of my phone. I was using TWRP, which I have used many times before, but this time I went into advanced wipe and evidently checked too many boxes. I was attempting to get around the T-Mo tethering restriction, and read how the Infamous ROM had Jovy's instructions built into it. I've been running the Wicked ROMs for several months, v1-v4, with no problems till this tethering issue appeared last week. Anyway, it took me MANY attempts, but I finally got my s4 rooted again (I think), and TWRP installed, using ODIN. I have several ROMs on my ext SD, including wicked v4, a couple of infamous versions, and a version of the stock ROM. I have attempted to install all of them using TWRP, but after each one reboots, all I get is the Samsung Galaxy S4 screen...and then it goes nowhere. It just stays stuck on that screen. Does anyone have any ideas how I can get this thing working again? I'm working on nine hours of try-and-try again, and I think I'm gonna go crazy soon. PLEASE HELP! Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Did you install the same version of TWRP as you had prior to the issue and which you made your back ups with?

To save time, flash via ODIN Samsung Official Firmware and start again.

TWRP 2.5.0.2 is what I use without issue.

You can Wipe Cache and Dalvik cache to see if that works first before you start the ODIN Firmware route.

In case you need it:

http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SGH-M919&details=Galaxy_S_4_T-MOBILE
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] trippster:
I think I used the same version of TWRP, but I'm not positive. I have wiped cache/dalvik more times than I can count at this point. I tried to install the Samsung stock ROM via Odin, but got the same result...the Samsung Galaxy S4 screen that goes nowhere. Any other ideas?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Did you match the md5 checksum of the Firmware compared to the dl?

If you did:

Do a Factory Reset and Wipe System, Data, Cache and Dalvik cache.

Flash Firmware via ODIN.

If you did the above:

Transfer your internal data if available to your pc, and do a Complete Wipe, Internal, System, etc., then ODIN the Samsung Stock Firmware.

Make sure you have enough Juice in your Battery prior to flashing Firmware.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] trippster:
Biker1, please check your inbox.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Reply sent ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sirchuk:
Alright,have some noob questions.

I've rooted many devices, so I'm not that much of a noob. The issue I have are soooooo many instructions / guides & models.

I have T-Mobile Galaxy S4

Model: SGH-M919.

Baseband: M919UVUAMDL

Kernel: 3.4.0-453951

I want to: Backup my stock setup and install the Google Play Edition ROM and TWRP.

Here is my understanding of events, please correct me if I'm wrong. I'm going off a few different posts, including mattlgroff's post for the UVUAMDL update root process.

Install Kies

Install / Setup Odin 3.07

Using the instructions for Odin I put the device into download mode and where the Odin instructions say to select the "TAR" for your device, I would instead select the TWRP Recovery file.

Power down the device, boot into TWRP from a cold boot, and flash ROOT_M919UVUAMDL.zip and reboot.

I should be able to then perform a backup from TWRP, wipe, and install the Google Play Edition ROM.

Is that correct? I skipped some of the small steps mentioned in the two posts. My confusion lies in that the Odin install post doesn't really say where to install TWRP.

Is there a better method to get root with the UVUAMDL baseband?

Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
An alternative Root method:

Root using CF-AUTO-ROOT by Chainfire.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2294005

Install custom recovery via ODIN.

Make a Nandroid (backup)

You can also use Goo Manager from the Playstore to install TWRP. But I'm not sure if can only install 2.6

I have 2.5.0.2 TWRP without issues.

I've read 2.6 had some issues. Those issues may have been resolved with a newer version. I'm uncertain of this though.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] norml:
They seriously need to sticky Chainfire's root, wonder why they haven't.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] gingson:
The following is a quote from a developer, supercurio, for the S4 909 version....

"I wish Samsung will reconsider their "Anti Root" approach, which is damageable

in every regard and defective by design as demonstrated here.

Also, I'm simply not interested developing for and promoting devices from

manufacturers hostile to developers: It's just a waste of valuable time."

Can anyone tell me what that is all about? I guess this applies to our version S4 919 although there's a a rooting thread specific to the MDL frimware. As I understand, that to fully root the MDL one must load an older version of the Samsung kernel. Does this mean that we are stuck with an older version kernel? What are the differences between the MDL kernel and the older version MDB? If there are major differences between the two, are these the reasons why there seem to be a number of mixed results of rooting the S4 from WIFI issues, DATA connection issues, phone not recognizing the ext SD card..just to name a few. If this has been discussed in detail, I would appreciate it if you could you direct me to that thread. Thanks.