yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S 5 General] tr0jance:
I installed the latest one from sammobile, for xposed I installed the Alt build from wanam xposed-v85.1-alt-sdk23-arm-custom-build-by-wanam-20160530.
[Galaxy S 5 General] tr0jance:
New firmware release.
[Galaxy S 5 General] v205:
Is there a root option for 6.0.1 yet or better to stay with 5.0.1 for now?

Just got a G906S
[Galaxy S 5 General] sunrainsky:
I tried to use Philz touch recovery for my g906k and it couldn't flash the superuser. Only when I tried with the twrp could the superuser work. Just something I thought I'd share. Works with CPF2 rom. Same with the xposed framework.
[Galaxy S 5 General] flipmode_10:
deleted.
[Galaxy S 5 General] flipmode_11:
Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G906S

G'day guys!

I've just bought a G906S. I've included the specs below. Can I please get some help and advice on Device Backup, Root, Samsung KNOX, and Reverting to Stock, etc...?

- What is the best way to backup the device without tripping the warranty flag? Will Nandroid or any similar solutions work? Can I put it into recovery (vol. up) or download mode (vol. down)?

- What do I do to root the device but

not

trip the KNOX flag? Run KNOX first and then tell it to disable itself. Then root? Advice please!?

- Am I better to update to Official G906S Lollipop version 5.1.x+ and then root? or downgrade to 4.4.2 and root? Just need stability and reliability. I don't want to void the warranty just yet, as don't want issues if have to return it within first 3 months. I have 4 devices rooted and only 1 has issues...

Root Objectives:

- Call Recording ✓ 100% working with stock OS 5.0.1 phone app!

- Keep existing stable stock OS (on something like v4.4 or 5.1+)

- Application data backup/restore (Titanium Backup, etc).

- Install AFWall+ root firewall (NetGuard is not very good, battery intensive!)

Thanks guys! :good:

Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G906S
Device Status: Official
Android OS: 5.0.1
Name/Device	lentislteskt
Baseband: G906SKSU1BOI4 (OR 14)
Kernel: 3.10.40-5894670
dpi@SWDD6913 #1
Wed Sep 30 15:46:04 KST 2015
Build ID: LRX22C.G906SKSU1BOI5
Board/Platform: APQ8084 / apq8084
SE Status: Enforcing
SEPF_SM-G906S_5.0.1-1_0037
KNOX: v2.3
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
There is no 5.1.1 stock firmware for the g906. For root you will definitely trip knox. So that decision is yours.

If you want to upgrade to 6.0.1 firmware, you can download it from http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?q=SM-G906S

For root:

1. Flash stock firmware through Odin.

2. Flash [MENTION=5441270]kykint[/MENTION]'s TWRP tar through Odin. https://drive.google.com/folderview?...p=sharing#list

3. Reboot to recovery and flash [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION]'s latest Beta SuperSU zip. https://download.chainfire.eu/964/Su...0519174328.zip

Chainfire has released a newer version of SuperSU, but I can't confirm if it works for us or not.
[Galaxy S 5 General] v205:
> 2. Flash [MENTION=5441270]kykint[/MENTION]'s TWRP tar through Odin. https://drive.google.com/folderview?...p=sharing#list

This root works for 6.0.1 for G906S?
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
Yes, but your phone won't be rooted until you flash the SuperSU zip while in TWRP.
[Galaxy S 5 General] v205:
Thanks Bud, I'm not inclined to risk using beta so I'll wait for official CF root.

On the subject of rooting, is the S5 better with K or L overall (software compatibility...speed...battery life etc)?
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
CF has a stable release of SuperSU (2.76); I just can't confirm that it works. I can confirm that BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328.zip will work.

Nobody can answer your question, as it depends on your preferences. IMHO MM is the best of both worlds, battery and performance. Most applications, including those developed for xposed have caught up with MM by now.

For battery life (TW stock or stock-based rom): MM>KK>LP

If you're thinking about flashing a non-TW rom, you'll most likely need the LP base. Options are limited, as most of the devs have moved on to other devices, so those projects aren't well maintained, if at all. The Mokee Marshmallow Project is still going though; you can check out their thread here: http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s5/development/rom-mokee-marshmallow-s5-lte-plus-t3303486
[Galaxy S 5 General] v205:
I ended up with the official kitkat and used CF-root.

Will give the 6.0.1 some more time to mature. While using unrooted 6.0.1, the overlay thing needing to turn off to install some aps and turn those other apps back on was starting to get to me.

6.0.1 was also not turning off my screen when it has the lock screen on, even if the lock screen was woken up by a notification.

https://www.reddit.com/r/galaxys5/comments/3fuc4z/lock_screen_not_turning_off_unless_i_do_it/
[Galaxy S 5 General] flipmode_11:
I just realised the Temperature sensor is missing on the G906S! :P In fact, looking at other G900's, they too don't have temperature! Interesting... Will have to use WeatherZone for accurate temp...

I'm not sure about software compatibility (i.e. ROMs, I assume). However the hardware specs really make this the phone to get - amazing value for money. New in box for $269 AUD.

From what I could see on GSM Arena or other sites, the G906 had technology that was 6+ months newer than standard S5's - Q1 2013 vs Q2 2014 .... something like that from memory!

A better antenna! I permanently have 4 to 5 bars of reception now, compared to 2-5 bars on my S4 i9505... G906S also has doubel the speed LTE / 4G internet speeds. This could explain the improved antenna and clearer calls.

K or L or S or G900i? Look at the specifications

- http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s5_lte_a_g906s-6450.php

- http://www.gsmchoice.com/en/catalogue/samsung/galaxys5lteag906k/Samsung-Galaxy-S5-LTE-A-G906K.html

It would appear that these models are all very-very-very similar: G900i, G900F, G900A, G900M, G900T, G900

Try here to, for a comparison between 3 models and the G900i (our retail model): http://www.gsmchoice.com/en/compare/9035/9036/8386/8032/

K + L have Gyroscope. The S does not.

3GB of memory on all 3. Just 2GB on G900i.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 on S/K/L vs. Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 on G900i.

Adreno 420 [MENTION=1601421]600[/MENTION] MHz on S/K/L vs. Adreno 330 @578 MHz on G900i.

Ultra HD (one level above FHD) on the S/K/L. G900i has a lower res. FHD screen, plus much lower pixel density as a result - 580 vs 430 pixels per inch..

There is so much to compare....
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
The g906 should have been THE flagship for the S5 period; it has the best specs - hands down (just slightly less performance vs. the S6). Sammy screwed up by releasing it solely to the Korean market. Because of this limitation in initial marketing, the g906 has underwhelming development vs. other S5 models. It's a shame really. Nonetheless, the stock experience on 6.0.1 (minus the typical bloat) is pretty decent. I just wish we could see more AOSP/CM13-like stable roms optimized for android 6.0.1. Or, at least one decent custom kernel. :(
[Galaxy S 5 General] flipmode_11:
Weird how Knox was Never an issue before, plus never tripped on my S2 GT-i9100. Things must have been very different back then...

Why am I getting an OTA update alert? I have had to disable 30 odd core apps with Package Disabler, before I can secure my privacy and determine the device's future, etc. I obviously didn't want to update until I was certain of everything...

So if I update, what is this update?

Why wouldn't the newer version of SuperSU work? Surely new features are brought forward?

"MM>KK>LP" ??? What? English? Marshmellow > KitKat? > Lucky Patcher??? Lollipop??

"non-TW rom??? "Stock TW"??? You mean this: http://xdaforums.com/note-edge/development/rom-stock-tw-lollipop-t3019721

"For battery life (TW stock or stock-based rom)"

So confused. Surely there is the latest OS 5.xx availabel for this S5? Stable, etc. Appreciate any advice.
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
Samsung stock firmware is generally referred to as Touchwiz (TW), because the UI is baked into the rom and they have deviated from Google's stock android. Non-touchwiz roms include Cyanogenmod, Mokee, AOSP, AOKP, AICP, Resurrection Remix (RR), Omni Rom, Liquid Smooth, etc., which are more like Google's pure android OS.

The g906 originally came with KitKat (KK), android OS 4.4.2 in 2014. In 2015 it was upgraded to Lollipop (LP), android OS 5.0.1. In 2016 we received Marshmallow (MM), android OS 6.0.1. Samsung skipped android Lollipop 5.1.1 for the g906.

Knox has become more invasive with each upgrade to the android OS, and rooting devices has gotten more difficult. Starting with Lollipop, there is no longer a way to root without tripping the knox warranty flag. Most xda members don't care about that, but some do. If you wish to disable features, like OTA, then gaining root access is a must.

The latest OS for the g906 is Marshmallow, 6.0.1, which you can root by flashing TWRP recovery through Odin followed by flashing a recent SuperSU zip on a stock rom. (If you wish to flash a custom rom that is already rooted, then flashing SuperSU may not be necessary.) This allows users to actually remove bloat from their OS rather than just disabling it with applications like, Package Disabler Pro.

My advice is to read, research, and read some more. XDA (and other websites) have lots of information. Get on your favorite search engine and have a go. :)
[Galaxy S 5 General] leoleung25:
Sm-g906k 6.0.1 root?

Hello guys, is there a root for SM-G906K 6.0.1? Thanks
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
Scroll to the end of this post. http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=67791948&postcount=2686
[Galaxy S 5 General] leoleung25:
Thanks mate
[Galaxy S 5 General] Warrimonk:
Can anyone provide me with a G906S/K modem that I can flash onto my G906L? I am experimenting with adding LTE band 4 but the stock G906L modem does not support it.
[Galaxy S 5 General] ragnarok00:
official CPF2 & CPF3 ROM is out for G906S/K/L

anyone knows about the changes?
[Galaxy S 5 General] sathirplus:
Need to root

Dear Developer @ Chainfire,

I would like to request CF Auto-Root for Galaxy S5 LTE-A (SM-G906S) Android 6.0.1. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Device: Samsung Galaxy S5 LTE-A, SM-G906S

OS: 6.0.1, Build MMB29M

PDA: G906SKSU1CPE1

CSC: G906SSKC1CPE1

Board: APQ8084
[Galaxy S 5 General] bud7dha:
Wrong thread. You need to post your request here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1980683. However, Chainfire probably isn't going to release CF-Auto-Root for the MM bootloader on this device; there simply aren't enough users. I posted a request on there when 6.0.1 was first released for the g906, as have others. Good luck.

Now, if you want to root your phone. Research this thread. The method on how has been posted numerous times, including the page preceding this one. ;)

1. Flash [MENTION=5441270]kykint[/MENTION]'s TWRP tar through Odin. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B7E8Z1hIdBEOSElCRWNrOFpzTlE&usp=sharing#list

2. Reboot to recovery and flash [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION]'s latest (Beta) SuperSU zip. https://download.chainfire.eu/964/Su...0519174328.zip
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
[6.0.1] rom aurora note 5 port for g906slk

http://choimobile.vn/threads/6-0-1-rom-aurora-note-5-port-for-g906slk.67460/

TESTED WORKING IN G906L PF2 LATEST UPDATE.
[Galaxy S 5 General] jakjakxda:
Qualcomm vulnerabilities?

There is some recent buzz about several Qualcomm driver vulnerabilities.

IE: computerweekly article 900-million-Android-devices-vulnerable-to-attackers

I have the latest Android 6.0.1 ROM on my 906S (G906KKTC1CPF2) and the QuadRooter scanner from CheckPoint says "vulnerable".... If Samsung is not likely to update this older (lovely) device, what should we do?

thanks

Update... I recently found a later CPF3 update (july 1 security update). Hoping that it would address this problem, I flashed it... still vulnerable, sigh.
[Galaxy S 5 General] oznerol87:
Hi team,

My friend owns G906K, when we plug it into my laptop it detects there is a MM update by smart switch. However while going through it, at 100% it is stuck at a screen where it looks like the download mode.. Problem is it is in Korean.. So not sure what it says but Smart Switch then prompts saying the update firmware was not recognized and advising to do a battery pull and restart the update again. Anyone have this issue?

Thanks!
[Galaxy S 5 General] jakjakxda:
manual update

I tried OTA, failed... so updated manually....

at sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-G906K/

follow directions on the latest MM page if higher than your current version. It took several tries to get a good download with the free registration... may work better if you buy premium.. YMMV

However, if you follow the instructions for "download mode" and get a korean page with an "!" In a yellow triangle... it's a standard warning.. hit the "volume up" key to continue

good luck
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
*New Update:

G906KKTU1CPG2

http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=AA1B0F365F6811E69A56FA163EE8F90B

Enjoy K Users...
[Galaxy S 5 General] samanrm:
hi i flashed that file , ok

twrp and root , ok

xposed ,work ok
[Galaxy S 5 General] hanhtinhxanh134:
Where can i download xposed that work compatibly with stock rom
[Galaxy S 5 General] kktom13:
download wanam alternative version...

http://xdaforums.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3180960

xposed-v86.0-alt-sdk23-arm-custom-build-by-wanam-20160710 is the latest that works on stock MM G906...
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
User hait.handle said that:

"if you update MM by OTA. you can't flash TWRP via odin. Try odin stock rom then flash TWRP via odin."

And because I also ubdated via OTA I also cannot push TWRP via Odi so I have to re-install fresh stock rom via Odin first.

But I have some questions to clarify few things:

1.

To download latest firmware from Sammobile I don't know which version of PDA and CSC.

My baseband version is G906SKSU1CPF1 and build number is MMB29M.G906SKSU1CPF3 but on Sammobile I see:

a. PDA G906SKSU1CPF3, CSC G906SSKC1CPF3

b. PDA G906SKSU1CPF2, CSC G906SSKC1CPF2

c. PDA G906SKSU1CPE1, CSC G906SSKC1CPE1

Notice that c. option have CPE1, not CPF1

I don't want to pick wrong one. Why there are three firmwares for Android 6.0.1 for phone model G906S?

2.

I'm wondering how to simply copy all my apps and data from current Android 6.0.1 (updated via OTA) instalation to re-installed system by Odin (fresh install). Any suggestions of free, simple and fast solutions for this?

3.

User bud7dha posted Google Drive link for TWRP files but there are 4 files including 2 .tar files. Which one I should use?

4. After I will have TWRP, how in detail I can flash SuperSU? I need step-by-step guide ;) .

5.

If Samsung will push new updates (maybe security updates or something) via OTA, will I be able to see them via OTA (notification) after I will have custom recovery (TWRP), root and Xposed installed along with stock 6.0.1 ROM?

My overall goal is to install Xposed because I have to modify few things which are very annoing in stock rom. For example screen lights-up when charger is connected and dosconnected and since I'm using QI charger (it pauses charging process from time to time to cool down), screen lights-up often with no need, just to draw power and burn itself. Another example is terrible stock auto brightness so now I have to controll it manually.
[Galaxy S 5 General] DracoPiece:
anyone have working xposed for g906s 6.0.1?
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
CPG2 StockRom

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s5/development/rom-stockromv1forg906k-l-s-t3439747
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
Hi can you help me with this and I device was on [SM-G906S] -Marsmallow 6.0.1, so can i still use this rom of your, also what about the bootloader? does it usually change when i update to offical 6.0.1?
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
Dude this post is way outdated.
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
I installed Xposed by Wanam on 906S

Yup.

Today I just tried and it worked. But not without troubles. Do not flash "xposed-v86.0-sdk23-arm-custom-build-by-wanam-20160709.zip" (I've been trying and system could not start), but enter into "Alternative" folder (on download list) and grab "xposed-v86.0-alt-sdk23-arm-custom-build-by-wanam-20160710.zip" file.

What I did in steps.

1. After OTA upgrade to Marshmallow I could not flash TWRP via Odin, so only option was reinstalling system via Odin. But I wasn't sure which firmware I should use since my baseband was G906SKSU1CPF1 and on Sammobile.com there was no such firmware. But I picked G906SKSU1CPF3 one. Now it changed my baseband to G906SKSU1CPF3. But it seems ok.

2. After reinstalling I was surprised that all my files, data, SMS, calls and apps was intact. Awesome. It was probably because I didn't make full wipe before reflashing system.

3. Flashing TWRP via Odin was also simple but first I wasn't sure wchich .tar file use. Eventually I picked second one (newer).

4. I installed SuperSU via TWRP (no need PC)

5. Also via TWRP I installed special version of Xposed, by Wanam, but version 20160710 (20160709 did not work for me).
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
THis was the latest thread i found on this. anyways im trying to root my g906s by auto CF but i get this error

<ID:0/007> Removed!!
<ID:0/007> Added!!
<ID:0/007> Odin engine v(ID:3.1005)..
<ID:0/007> File analysis..
<ID:0/007> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/007> Initialzation..
<ID:0/007> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/007> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/007> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/007> recovery.img
<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/007> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/007>
<ID:0/007> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

what could be causing it, any idea?
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
If you have Android 6.0.1 your bootloader is updated also, so don't try yo use CF autoroot because it is for Android 5.

Instead follow way as I (and in posts earlier) described.

In short:

1. Install (via Odin) TWRP made by [MENTION=5441270]kykint[/MENTION]'s drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/0B7E8Z1hIdBEOSElCRWNrOFpzTlE?usp=sharing#list (it's 2-2.tar file)

2. Through TWRP install SuperSu download.chainfire.eu/964/Su...0519174328.zip
[Galaxy S 5 General] raygzcn:
G906KKTU1CPG2

how to root？

---------- Post added at 03:12 AM ---------- Previous post was at 03:10 AM ----------

G906KKTU1CPG2

how to root？
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
Hey Dawid thanks for the reponse but just a quick question, dont i need root to load a custom recovery(TWRP) hence Im getting the error even when I try to install G906SKL_TWRP_3.0.2-2.tar with Odin.

<ID:0/007> recovery.img

<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!

<ID:0/007> FAIL! (Auth)

<ID:0/007>

<ID:0/007> Complete(Write) operation failed.

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

Any idea why im getting this error

I also get this glitch rectangled spaced lines at the bottom of the screen every time it vibrates and restarts(bootloop)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwqxONwTQDjiSkF3VWN0UmpFSHc/view?usp=sharing
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
[MENTION=6653776]perplexior[/MENTION]:

To flash TWRP through Odin you don't need root.

It seems to me that something is wrong with your overall ability to flash via Odin, because you constantly are getting this message "FAIL (AUTH). Maybe try to google this message to find out why you are getting this. But did you tried to reinstall official firmware from Sammobile? If this fails just like TWRP flashing, then it seems that some reason you cannot flash your phone via Odin.
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
I can flash with Odin the offical ROM without any error...i get a PASS but after restart fone is still in bootloop. Think something to do with the OTA update 6.0.1 or Could it be that my fone has a hardware problem?
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
Google this phrase: NAND Write Start!! FAIL! (Auth)

In second link (to androidforums dot com) I get, there is this soultion for example:

I may have seen your problem. I have gone on to the laptop in the first time in ages and had a look at your "thumb nail" photos (rather difficult on the phone). On the Odin screen you have your reactivation lock "ON", turn it "OFF" (menu>settings>general>security> reactivation lock and uncheck.

I have a feeling this is the cause of your troubles. :D

Reactivation lock stops anyone wiping your phone in the event it is stolen. You lock it down remotely making it inaccessible to thieving scum. However they factory reset it and wipe it before shipping it off to foreign lands where the IMEI isn't blocked. With reactivation lock on they can't, but neither can you root or flash anything with it.
[Galaxy S 5 General] gluguloro:
#needhelp

Can be made a video about the root . step by step. I 've tried several times but always failed . ( G906S on MM 6.0.1 ) thanks .
[Galaxy S 5 General] tr0jance:
Are you guys able to move files to your system/app and then use them? I'm having issues with XMOD, and am using the rooted stock version.
[Galaxy S 5 General] MarcJustCons:
Is there a root for sm-g906k official MM rom? can you guys provide a tutorial or link? thanks :)
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
Experimental Auto Porter​

Tested on G906L CPF2 Bootloader

​

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=68312770&postcount=39
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
G906s BootLoop

My Fone is in bootloop(Soft-Brick), trying to get it to work, so just making sure, what you are tell me to off-reactivation lock off, thats in the fone menu right? cause i dont see that option in Odin.
[Galaxy S 5 General] 3lectron:
Hi Guys,

I would like to know if it's possible to root my Samsung S5 G906S Lolipop without tripping the KNOX?

I have read somewhere that it's impossible, but just wondering if any people here are able to do it and wouldn't mind to share it :)

Thanks.
[Galaxy S 5 General] CrimsonKnight13:
How would I go about this? Install some Samsung MM ROM (based on Qualcomm SoCs) & then run this in recovery?
[Galaxy S 5 General] kardinal969:
Yes Qualcomm Soc 805 note 4 Roms like G910F.

About procedure:-

Flash Note4 Rom.

Flash Patch.

Reboot Recovery.

Flash Auto-porter.
[Galaxy S 5 General] CrimsonKnight13:
Mind linking the patch here? Thanks!

Will this work with AOSP ROMs?
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
[MENTION=6653776]perplexior[/MENTION]: I checked on my phone settings and it's there. On the phone. Reactivation lock. But firstly I'm not sure if it's the cause of your inability to flash via Odin. Secondly maybe there is way to bypass this in order to rescue the phone from softbrick.

Maybe check this: In download mode window do you have text "Reactivation lock: On"? I noticed this on this video: https://youtu.be/tRA7_iaWfGU
[Galaxy S 5 General] perplexior:
G906S : Off Reactivation Lock

Yes you are right, reactivation lock is ON......does anyone have any ideas on how to turn this off

And In the Video you can still enter recovery mode but in my case i cant even do that so im really stuff.
[Galaxy S 5 General] DawidWarsaw:
Google "bypass reactivation lock" and search a solution.