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[XDA Assist] spig0t:
Greetings

Either my search was not very through or there really aren't any informative posts about this, anyhow here goes:

I have three Samsung devices: GT-N7000, GT-N7100 and SM-T520 all of which have been KNOX voided after being rooted. Root features along with custom ROMs and high-end apps are just too useful to pass up in exchange for KNOX functionality despite the added security. All of the devices contain extremely sensitive data which I cannot allow to fall into the wrong hands. Full phone encryption was one of the alternatives but I realized that the impact on performance simply was more trouble than it was worth, also the need to input a bootup password rendered my anti-theft and phone locator apps useless, thus I stumbled upon a solution: Protect the phone with apps that force wireless, gps and mobile data connections, restrict app installs, root privileges, USB debugging and persists through factory wipes. This combined with a password protected custom recovery would keep most undesirables away from the hardware and data if it wasn't for the ODIN Download Mode allowing a perpetrator to easily flash new recoveries and roms through the usb port.

[Q] Is it possible to delete or modify ODIN so that USB flashing capability is removed yet keeping OS booting intact and making so that the only way to flash new firmware is either through the recovery or rooted OS (Or accessing the device's internals with some specialized hardware beyond the common thief).

Now I understand that this is very risky thing to pursue and likely to result on a hard brick even afterwards should any mistakes be made, but it is an acceptable risk and the best idea I can think up of when it comes to both protecting the data on the device and whatever factory reset protections I have installed to recover it by ensuring they stay functional, in the sense of either use the device as is or throw it away, but no one will be flashing anything without that custom recovery PIN.

Thank you in advance

-Spig0t
[XDA Assist] Darth:
Hi,

I doubt trying to disable download mode will work on afraid. And yes, anyone that knows how, can flash your devices with Odin.

Now, since you are asking a fairly generic question about multiple Samsung devices, I think it would be best to ask here for other opinions...

>Android Development and Hacking >Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Good luck!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] pcguy101:
i ordered it yesterday at 10pm pst before it showed proccessing but now it shows in progress in shipping what does it mean? will i get it early.i want everyone's input and tell me when you preordered and status of it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Rob Irizarry:
Practically the moment you place the order it shows as 'preparing to ship'. Its an excuse so you can't cancel your order. It doesn't mean its coming any sooner. if you look further down on your Order Status Detail, you should see a Shipping Date of 10/14 to 10/16.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] pcguy101:
Now mine says cancelled due to im not qualified for at&t next until february 3rd 2015[emoji26]
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] bselesnew:
Just Ordered Mine x2

Just ordered one each of the Frost and Charcoal Black Note 4's for me and the wife. Got a shipping date of 14-16 Oct. Hope all the hype is true and they ship earlier, would be sweet... AT&T reps were saying that we get a free upgrade from 2nd Day delivery to overnight delivery automatically, anyone else hear about this? I asked this to a AT&T rep through online chat and over the phone and both said it is true.. Thoughts?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Themetnut:
Mine still says October 14-16 but it says the sim card with it is processing lol
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
ordered on the 19th in store.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4:	Preparing to Ship

Various SIM:	Processing
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] matrix2004:
Ordered online yesterday. It said it will ship 'by' 10/14/14.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] stoobie-doo:
Is there a way to check pre-order status without logging into your account? I've pre-ordered on my work phone which is on a corporate account that I can't log into. I pre-ordered Friday and haven't received a confirmation email yet.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] pcguy101:
Yes go too and check order status then enter confirmation number and zip code. https://m.att.com/checkorder/#/
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] stoobie-doo:
Thanks
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] MattMJB0188:
Mine says preparing to ship. I bet my life all of these note 4s are just sitting in an AT&T warehouse until Oct 14th.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] sonicsarah:
Shipping

Preordered on 09/29, shipping on 10/14-10/16, preparing to ship
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] peaster3:
Preordered today. Preparing to ship by 10/14-10/16.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Mine doesn't say anything about the SIM card. It just says:

Description Samsung Galaxy Note 4

Preparing to Ship We're preparing to ship your item, and it will be sent to you on or between the shipping dates we've provided.	10/14/14 - 10/16/14*	1

Thanks for placing your order. We estimate your item will ship on or between the dates provided.

Should I be worried at all?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] sonicsarah:
Mine doesn't mention the SIM either. I'm not worried, though.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] MattMJB0188:
When my mom pre-ordered her iPhone 6, it didn't say anything about a sim either, but came with the proper nano sim card.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Thanks guys!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Themetnut:
Mine says the SIM card is processing, and the phone will ship between 10/14 and 10/16. Preordered on September 19th. Next week can't get here soon enough
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] lawalty:
Most likely, all the note 4s are being removed from their nice Samsung (environment friendly) packaging, and put in crappy, way to small AT&T boxes without the new earbuds, for branding purposes. Plus, if we wanted a set of new samsung earbuds, that was originally packaged with the Note 4, we would need to buy them.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] sonicsarah:
This is the part where I start to get REALLY antsy. And, next week when the first person posts that they got a notice about shipping is when I'll start to freak out and check my email, order status, and credit card activity about every 5 minutes!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] tonyfiore75:
Just an update - I was just chatting with AT&T and what they said was this:

Marie: Thank you very much, Tony. Please hold a moment while I look up your order.

Marie: Your estimated shipping dates for your Samsung 4 SMN910A phone is 10/14/2014 To 10/16/2014. We just started to ship the phones out today. Yours have not yet shipped.

Tony: Ok. I was just making sure it was not backordered.

Marie: As of right now, one warehouse is and the other is not.

Tony: Does that mean my order is or is not affected?

Marie: It all depends on where you are in line. I am very sorry that I can not give you any better information.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] jre1981:
Just checked at work and mine has shipped (I work at AT&T, dont judge i needed a job)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
Can you look and see whats going on with the black note 4? It seems the only ones shipping are the white ones?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] robg2008:
Just proves at&t is racist... Why must the white phones go out first?!?!

I kid I kid. It's a joke people!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Michael270:
I ordered a black and still haven't heard about shipping info...still just says preorder processing ?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] jre1981:
Mine is black and it is shipped. So the black phones are shipping out as well
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] imnoob55:
Sweet, when did it ship? From Dallas Fort Worth also?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] 06SilveradoZ71:
I ordered a white & black note 4 they shipped this morning from tx
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] BigtexDaddyBear:
I live in DFW and ordered Sept 21 and have not received any tracking or email. Dead quiet.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
well well well... so the black att note 4 does exist...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] jre1981:
Shipped today from Ft Worth, estimated delivery is 10/16
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] 06SilveradoZ71:
Same here
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] chadderbox:
When did you get a tracking number? Was it earlier or just recently? These seem to be some of the first black units shipped
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Sarah, I created a FedEx account. Where do I check on their website or app to see if something shipped?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] 06SilveradoZ71:
Got it in email at like 11am this mornin
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] sonicsarah:
In the search bar on the FedEx site, type I Delivery Manager
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] BigtexDaddyBear:
I chatted with ATT a bit ago, they confirmed I am getting free overnight/express shipping. She told me that it could go out today, but my account not reflect it until tomorrow. I actually have seen this happen before. I had got a tracking number at 0900 one morning and at noon my phone arrived. :good::good::good::cowboy:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
I hope I'm lucky enough for this to happen to me, but my luck usually sucks.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] chrispyutec:
Same has happened to me before too.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] AndroiderM:
Did anyone get this email? Know what it means?

A C <upscourier9853@q.com>

3:28 AM (12 hours ago)

to

-- Parcel From UPS Courier..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Anybody on the west coast get a shipping confirmation yet?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] browniegirl:
So I talked to att, my rep told me that if you did get a back order email then more than likely your phone is on backorder at the warehouse, lucky for me my phone is on backorder. But she guaranteed me that my order will ship out OR arrive before the 16th. I asked to get faster shipping but she said everyone gets the same shipping rate 1-3 days. (idk how true that is)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] imnoob55:
I have not in California, I believe there was a AZ shipment though.

Wow UPS, AT&T sure is spreading out amongst all the carriers. Will we see DHL get some AT&T love also??!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] jamezr:
Fedex or UPS?

So for all of you guys that are getting shipping notices. Are they coming on FedEx or UPS?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
There have been some people saying usps, ups and fedex
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] TheInvisibleBoy:
Yes, only one of my 4 phones that I pre-ordered has a tracking number. I ordered them all at the same time and only one is getting shipped... disappointing
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
I'm in California (San Diego) and nothing yet. The only thing that is keeping some optimism for me is that I got a shipping notification later in the evening for my last 2 pre-orders. I hope that rings true again tonight!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] browniegirl:
I was told ups, FedEx and usps will deliver the phones. I can forsee many stolen phone reports from usps
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Weapon_X23:
I'm in Nevada and I still haven't got my conformation yet. I ordered it on the September 19th too.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] falcons2:
I'm in Ohio and still haven't gotten anything yet. I ordered a few weeks ago. I'm just hoping I have it in hand on Friday
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
Detroit here. Ordered on the 19th as well. Still no ship notification.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] ReggieSmith:
they typically ship from either TN or TX, both of which are in the Central time zone. Also, the shipping notification usually come sometime after 6PM CST i think.

I am also antsy for a shipment notification today, but being in Atlanta, I suspect mine will ship tomorrow and deliver on thursday. :victory:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] reddream1893:
ordered on 9/23 (charcoal black), great Philly area

AT&T “My Orders” shows shipped with a FedEx tracking #. Cannot track though.

Premier changes from "Preparing to ship by 10/14-10/16" to "Pending Confirmation"'.

Obviously they just generated the shipping label for me.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Suntzupa:
I was not able to update you guys as I was in a meeting the whole day.

I've learned about my FedEx tracking number through ATT's website at 8:30 am. I got the official text and email alerts at 10:00 am.

Then got this email with a personalized promotional code at 3:00 pm:

Dear **********,

Great news! Your new smartphone order ******** is on the way! Now it's time to take advantage of the special iPhone trade-in promotion. Remember you can use your AT&T Promotion Card to purchase accessories, add a new line, or pay your wireless bill!

Get the special trade-in value for your*iPhone:

￼•￼$300 value for iPhone 5s￼•￼$200 value for iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, or.......

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] killerb7854:
Mine shipped! :)

Color: Charcoal

Pre order: 9/20

Carrier: Fedex

Shipped from: Fort Worth

Location: East Coast

Est. Delivery: 10/16 by 4:30pm

Funny because I just opened a chat with ATT and they told me no other info but "shipping between 14-16th".

Reloaded the page and it was shipped. :p
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] chrane01:
I'm in Az right outside Phoenix and I got shipping confirmation about 830am. Fedex 2 day delivery.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] imnoob55:
Nice to see other people are still getting some notifications for shipments! Hope to also see one tonight myself :highfive:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] 06SilveradoZ71:
Why does mine say picked up at fort worth tx at 8am but still no updates
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] chrane01:
Mine says the same. I am guessing it is currently in transit.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] rwolfe88:
I live in South Central PA I ordered my Black note 4 on 9-19

I just got the shipping conformation it is being shipped fed ex an i should have it thursday !
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] audell2:
Tampa Florida here and absolutely nothing yet, black note 4 ordered 9/28
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] diablo900t:
Been following this thread all day. My shipping information just posted, being shipped USPS, I'm in Ocala, FL ordered a charcoal Note 4. None of the shipping info has shown up on the USPS website yet.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] swtxcupcake:
I am also from Tampa, preordered on 10/2. Talked to two AT&T reps all they can say is my order will be ship 10/14 - 10/16. I can't even track my status on the website because it gave me this error.

E0019: We were unable to find your order. If you have recently made a purchase, please verify your order confirmation number or search using your wireless number. You may also check your order status by dialing 877.782.8870.

:confused::(
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] infamousjax:
Yikes that's not good. I got that message on a previous pre-order and it was cause they messed my order up
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] audell2:
Ocala when did you place your order
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mickeywdw1254:
Wow! Small world... I'm in Ocala too. I placed my order around 4 am on day one. White, shipped via USPS delivery scheduled for Thursday.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] audell2:
It doesn't seem like very many of us have shipped yet is att really thinking they are going to be shipping out all of the preorders by the 16th?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] diablo900t:
I pre-ordered on 9/19 around 11 AM EST
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] infamousjax:
Black just shipped with usps tracking I'm also near ocala
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] diablo900t:
Small world indeed! I just moved down here 3 weeks ago. Originally from VT.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
I'm in Gainesville I'm seeing nothing.

Ordered one black and one white.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] tonybholla:
Preordered on 9/19 in NYC black still processing
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] Rob Irizarry:
Black Note 4 on the way! Scheduled Fedex delivery is Thursday, October 16. Preordered 9/23. Located in upstate New York.

Good luck to everyone!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] JoelJr78:
Pre ordered a black Note 4 on Sept 20th, East Coast.

Having a chat with AT&T Rep who doesn't seem to know much...waiting to chat with another dept. This is our chat so far....

Gilbert: Looking at the order status it is showing an estimated time frame up to 10/14/2014 To 10/16/2014. You are placed in the queue based on when the system fully processes an order. It is not based on when you placed the order. Unfortunately I am unable to see if you were one of the first customers to place the order. I apologize for the inconvenience.

Joel: But it will ship by the 16th, correct?

Gilbert: Generally, the shipping time frames are just an estimated shipping date. Until the orders have shipped we are unable to guarantee the delivery date of the order. When your order ships, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with the order tracking information.

Joel: So what is the point of pre-ordering? The phones will be in the stores on the 17th. If mine doesn't ship til the 16th or after and it takes two days to get to me that defeats the entire purpose of pre-ordering, doesn't it?

Gilbert: I understand your frustration Joel, however it is not based on when you placed the order. You are placed in the queue based on when the system fully processes an order. I know it’s been an inconvenience and I am genuinely sorry.

Gilbert: What else can I help you with while you are online today?

Joel: What constitutes a fully processed order? People that ordered the phone a week ago have already received notification of shipment. I ordered mine September 20th.

Gilbert: I am in the Order Status chat group so I’m a bit limited as to what I can assist with. We do however have another chat group that can assist with your particular request. Would you like to be transferred via chat, or would you like their phone number?

Joel: via chat please

Gilbert: I will be right with you.

Going to chat with a Premier Web Navigation Support agent...lets see how far I get this time...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] swtxcupcake:
I guess that is all the AT&T reps can tell us. I spoke to three of them all said the same thing.

If my phone not ship by the 17th, can I cancel my order and go get the phone in store?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
good luck, i feel your pain...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
Mine just changed and shows fedex as the carrier no tracking number though.

Ordered 9/22 black and white
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] stoobie-doo:
Ordered black Note 4 on 10/3

Web site still shows processing

Called the toll free line and was told it was back ordered. Have not received an email telling me it was back ordered like some of you. The CSR:confused: was confused what was back ordered, i.e., the phone or the SIM - reminding him I could get a SIM from any store went no where. He also couldn't explain why I hadn't been notified that it is back ordered.

No shipments to track via UPS or FedEx, but since I live in Plano TX, about 45 minutes from the Ft Worth fulfillment center, it's possible mine would be coming USPS, but credit card hasn't been charged yet, so I'm betting I'm not going to see it.

Interestingly enough, if you go to the att.com and pre-order a phone without logging in, it tells you the phone will ship tomorrow.:rolleyes:

Bottom line - I'm guessing AT&T can't keep up with its fulfillment and if I called in again, I would get a different story.:mad:

I'll just have to see if it arrives tomorrow.

Sigh... the things we do to save $200; I'm on a corporate account, so I had to order it through them vs a retailer that might know what it's doing.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
on the att site?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Checked 10 minutes ago and nothing. Checked 1 minute and shipped!

USPS. Not my first (or second) choice of carrier, but I'll take it!

San Diego, black version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
congrats!!!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
Yes

---------- Post added at 06:57 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:56 PM ----------

Yes
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] phil999:
Mine shows shipped via fedex delivery due thursday
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] mkalbarc:
wow. seems like they are all finally going out. about time.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] theclueless:
USPS, Shipment Status: In Progress; Black ordered 9/27
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] raiu:
Yep, tracking number now avail shows picked up and in router delivery on Thursday
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] reddream1893:
After two hours, both AT&T "My Orders" and Premier are on the same page:

Shipped via Fedex. Estimated delivery : Thur 10/16/2014 by 8:00 pm

4:47 pm	Picked up	FORT WORTH, TX
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] JoelJr78:
I didn't get too far with the Premier Web Navigation Support Agent. She couldn't type proper English...glad I was chatting instead of on the phone. Here is what I got out of her:

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:49:44

As I checked here in our system, your order for Samsung 4 is already on progress. The shipping dates will be on 10/14/2014 To 10/16/2014.

Joel: at 18:52:00

This I know...I want to make sure there isn't an issue with my order because I know people have been receiving notifications since 8am that their orders have already shipped with an expected delivery date of Thursday.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:52:48

As I checked here in our system about your order, there are no issues and it is already on progress. So you don't have to worry about. You can still receiving updates regarding to your order.

Joel: at 18:54:25

So it will ship by the 16th? With 2 day or overnight service?

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:54:01

Yes, it is.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:55:02

I can't tell if it will take an overnight or 2 days. The shipping dates changes time to time due to large volume of orders. I am sorry if I can't provide the exact day.

Joel: at 18:56:43

I'm just trying to see the benefit of pre ordering. If the phones will be in stores on the 17th and mine doesn't ship until the 16th via 2 day service...whats the point of pre ordering? If I don't have my phone by Friday I should just walk into an AT&T store and buy one and refuse the one I ordered when it arrives.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:59:05

I'm sorry for the delay. I'll be right with you.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:59:08

Yes, you can refuse your order if it didn't arrive at your expecting day.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 18:59:32

Then, it your order will automatically cancel.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 19:00:18

Have I fully resolved your issue today?

Joel: at 19:01:48

Well, that's what I will have to do if I don't receive notification that I will have my phone by Thursday. No..my issue has clearly not been resolved.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 19:03:11

I do apologize if I didn't provide you the exact information that you want, since I'm specialize to navigation the information that I can give you is limited. If you would like further information regarding to your order, you may contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-331-0500. Hours are from 7am-10pm ET, seven days a week.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 19:04:02

Is there anything else I can help you with?

Joel: at 19:05:16

No thank you.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 19:04:55

You are much welcome and my pleasure.

Ma. Irene Babael S.: at 19:05:19

Thank you for using AT&T Premier Support. We appreciate your business. Have a great evening ahead and take care!

So what she is saying is if you don't have your phone by Friday morning you can go to an AT&T store and get one and refuse the shipment on the one you ordered and it will cancel that order. How much truth there is to that? IDK, but I have it in writing now. Still just a waiting game.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] sonicsarah:
In progress!!! :)

USPS. :(

Black, ordered sept 29th, just outside STL
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] jetman5843:
Ordered the Black on 10/1, shipping 2nd day UPS to NY from Dallas, Ft Worth.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] WizeGuyDezignz:
Congrats! We both got our wish for shipment but the wrong carrier! :p
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4] swtxcupcake:
Thanks, I will do that if my phone is not coming by Friday. This is my first time pre ordering a phone through AT&T and it is not going well. Makes me feel sad when my phone doesn't have any status other than "order still in progress". :crying: