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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Cool mainly I'm hoping they fix the ram management. Currently, I'm having to reboot 2 to 3 times a day.

Have you noticed any difference in ram management?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Wow! That sucks! Do you game a lot?

I have never noticed that issue on my phone, unless I am really pushing it by bouncing between multiple apps (3-4). But I have never had it do more than slow down.

People talk about apps restarting, but I find that going into the recent apps menu and clicking on the app takes me back to where I left off.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
From Sammobile

http://www.sammobile.com/2015/07/16/android-5-1-1-for-the-galaxy-s6-and-galaxy-s6-edge-whats-new/
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Nate H:
locked i always go for
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Have you had any issues or problems with it?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
The only oddity I have had is that, one day, my wifi chewed up a bunch of battery... But only once. Very strange.

I am very glad that I updated, and am running it without root, which really has been fine. I miss a few tweaks, but I can deal with it.

Surprisingly, it doesn't seem as "quiet" when playing music as I remember. I used to have the Viper mod installed to crank it up,. But I really don't miss it.

*UPDATE*

WIFI issue is still there, even though I set it to turn off wifi while sleeping. I lost 40% of my battery to it yesterday... That sucks
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] seattleboi1982:
has anyone tried to flash the stock att rom onto their 920T or 920F?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] flyfox99:
Is tethering available on unlocked 920F/920I?

Anyone using AT&T with the old grandfathered data plans, that happens to get those factory-unlocked (and unbranded?) 920F/920I units, when you put your SIM in, do you still have native tethering? I have tried on an imported Lumia and it obeyed the provisioning instructions and completely hides the tethering option. Tried a Huawei and an imported S4 mini and the option was there. What about the S6'es? Anyone in this situation?

Thanks for any reports.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
NM, I looked, just to make sure, and I do have it on my G920i on AT&T. I am not Grandfathered however. I am on the 10 gig shared plan.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] kennonk:
I'm pretty sure the scary thing about the Verizon "Super Cookie" is it is network based so if you take your device off the Verizon network, no more super cookie. It will just be AT&T and the NSA recording your porn habits if you are on the AT&T network.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] luigic81:
So I'm in the same boat as alot of people here. I'm on Att currently and want the s6 bootloader unlocked. I'm considering switching to T-mobile outright. What's is the benefit of getting a T-mobile phone to activate on Att? Wouldn't you have to buy the phone outright for $780? And then wait 40 days. I don't see much benefit in that unless someone really really loves Att service. Am I missing something? Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
T-mobile offers unlimited data also T-mobile often doesn't lock bootloaders on phones. (that's important for some people) and in some areas T-mobile offers faster data speeds than AT&T.

For example, inside my home I get absolutely no T-mobile service but if I step outside I get about 62mbps down while AT&T has service in my home but inside and out the data is way slower. I get about 2mbps down inside and out.

For most people this isn't a problem because tmo offers WiFi calling but it only works on tmo phones so it wasn't an option on my nexus5.

Hopefully this helps you.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] luigic81:
Thanks you for your reply. However unfortunately your response didn't address my question at all. Let me restate it, I apologize for not being clear.

I really don't care what carrier I'm with. I just want a bootloader unlocked s6. So I'm considering switching to T-mobile as my carrier and getting their unlocked s6.

But I have read about people getting the T-mobile bootloader unlocked phone and activating it to Att. I'm wondering what is the benefit to doing this? Especially versus buying an unlocked phone and going to whichever carrier you like. I prefer to have a subsidized phone instead of paying outright for one, unless they are sold for considerably less than $780.

Is there a benefit to activating the T-mobile s6 on Att (which is my current carrier) as far as phone cost? Or if I have no carrier preference would I just be better switching my service to T-mobile and being done with Att?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] verks:
Just an fyi guys, a bunch of us over in the regular s6 edge forums bought tmobile models and bought unlock codes to use on att. Normally not a big deal but now tmobile has seemed to remove the apk that runs when u insert a non tmobile sim to show the unlock code pop up. After a few days the company cellunlocker can't give us a solution. So as of now no unlocking a tmobile s6 until the phone has been on tmobile for 40 days.

So much for the uncarrier.

I'll be getting mine from GSM nation, I've used them before and they have good customer service for the most part.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] iEatRappers:
But does the model that GSM nation is selling has LTE support for AT&T?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
That's why I chose to order from handtec.co.UK instead of gsmnation or expansys-usa. With handtec, it's clear exactly which model you're getting, which is the UK carrier free unlocked model (SM-G920F).

To be more specific, the model I ordered, which shows on handtec and on my receipt is SM-G920FZWABTU, which is the UK SIM free / unlocked white 32 GB regular S6. If you search that model number you can see that it's the one Samsung.co.UK is selling directly from their website and it is not affiliated with any carrier :), meaning it will have no carrier bloat and will be one of the first models to get updated (long before the T-Mo and AT&T models get updated).
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
All of them.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
excellent! That's exactly what I wanted to hear!

Question? If it's SIM free, how would I use it on AT&T? Or does that mean it CAN run without a SIM, but it still has a SIM slot?

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According to their site, Yes.

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tailgunner9:
No Verizon will not work on AT&T networks. Different wireless frequencies CDMA and not GSM as AT&T and T-Mobile. A T-Mobile will work on AT&T. Verizon does not have removable Sim card as does AT&T and T-Mobile.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
[MENTION=4585140]tailgunner9[/MENTION] Verizon LTE phones have removable Sims. Also many of their phones that have LTE on the 700mhz band are sim unlocked and will indeed work on AT&T and T-mobile right out of the box.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] verks:
Yes it does. They have a nice compatibility chart.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] dligon:
For LTE all phone have to use sim cards.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
SIM free just means it doesn't come with a SIM card (since it isn't from a carrier). It still has a SIM card slot.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tailgunner9:
I stand corrected then. Thought Verizon used CDMA and not GSM bands as does AT&T and T-Mobile. SORRY!!!! Go for it then and see if a Verizon works then on LTE AT&T...... As I said in orginal post Verizon will not work on AT&T LTE. Different Bands
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
I doubt the Verizon model will work with AT&T LTE. I don't suggest trying it. What's the benefit over the AT&T model anyways even if LTE does work? Both are locked, full of carrier crap, and will take forever to get updates. If someone doesn't want the AT&T model, buy an unlocked, not another carrier version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] iEatRappers:
European/UK Model:This product should be activated with a SIM card issued from a mobile operator within Europe. (as defined EU/EEA, Switzerland and the following Non-EEA countries Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (F.Y.R.O.M), Monaco, Montenegro, San Marino, Serbia and Vatican City.) To use SIM cards from other regions, a cumulative call over five minutes must first be made with the SIM card from European operators.

http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_on_region_lock_you_need_5_min_of_voice_calls-news-7184.php

I see all recent Samsung smartphones(Note 4,Alpha etc...) handtec are selling have this. I know some website will make a 5 minute call so when it arrives youll be able to use it with no problem but does handtec do this service? Otherwise how do you expect to use the phone?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] KachowPow:
If you are looking to go the Unlocked route and exploring international versions that look to be best compatible with AT&T take a look at the SM-G920F model.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
I would be extremely grateful if you post back once you get your Unit and give an update on how it's working! I'm on AT&T and it would help a lot with my decision process...

Thanks! :good:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] cerobles1:
Whats ur ID on swappa??? I've been looking for a 900T so I can use it on AT&T but did not want to pay full price. Plus having paid full price for the AT&T GS5 and the release of the GS6, the wife wont let me buy another GS5. Plus I would like to sell my 900A. At least it is rooted running the international ROM so the whole locked bootloader didnt affect me much. But I do want some PACROM
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
I don't have an old plan but I do have a g920i and I have tethering.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] flyfox99:
Thanks for the response!

Just to confirm: It is not AT&T branded but factory unlocked from eBay/Expansys/whatever?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Correct my phone is not at&t branded. It's g920i I bought it on eBay the seller shipped it from Singapore.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] AxlxA:
Really want to hear from those with grandfathered unlimited data plans because I am not upgrading my s4 until I know I can tether
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
I'm still on 5.0.2 ? anyone else?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
You're not missing much really. It's not a giant leap in any way and the only way to root is with a custom Kernel I think, which I won't do. I did get my wifi under control, but it is apparently an issue for many...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Aren't you afraid that if you root you won't be able to use Samsung pay when it comes out?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Not at all. That shipped sailed within hours of unboxing my s6. When I compared the advantages of rooting to the "possible" convenience of Samsung Pay, for me, it was a no brainer. I don't even bank on my phone, much less use it for paying for things. I always have my wallet with me anyway for other things that are in it. I'd rather be able to tweak things that are not to my preference... Granted, for a number of reasons that hasn't happened much for the S6. But I believe it will pick up eventually.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
I just discovered something that may not be new at all, but that I hadn't noticed before I got 5.1.1:

On my S5, I was always frustrated that the Stock EQ program would not function over Bluetooth. I only use Play Music, so I can't be certain it didn't work with the Stock music app, but it did not work with Play Music.

I can't remember testing this when I got my S6. I think I just assumed it was the same because I hadn't read anywhere that it had been fixed. This was a big reason for rooting my device as music, even with the Stock EQ, was too quiet. So I rooted and put Viper on and enjoyed the "LOUD"!

Then I had time to kill while waiting in the car for my son and got messing with the Stock EQ. It works over Bluetooth now! And it's much louder AND better quality than on the S5!

The biggest reason I wanted to get back to root was to Viper back on, and now I don't think I have to.

I don't know if you listen to music over Bluetooth or not, or if you use Play Music, but I would curious to know when this was added.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] sschnege:
Tap to pay and tethering works on rooted 5.0.2, stock AT&T SM-G920A

I can confirm that tap to pay works fine (Google Wallet) with my rooted AT&T S6 (SM-G920A), running 5.0.2 (AOCE stock ROM). I rooted w/ Ping-Pong Root and have not done any further ROM updates (AOE2 and now AOF3). Without knowing what they actually changed, and since having root and being able to tether my phone is a higher need, I saw no point going up. And as others have stated, Samsung Pay may be pointlessware before it launches.

I'll also mention that I am on a very, very old unlimited everything plan (grandfathered) and got tethering working on my AOCE ROM by buying the $2 "WiFi Tethering Router" app from Fabio Grasso. The configuration he lists on his website for Lollipop and the S6 didn't work, but a few emails with him and we found one that did, and it's been road-tested.

For reference, this is the config that works for me:

Channel 1 (any channel should work – this really doesn’t matter)

Drivers nl80211

HostApd Patch <-- UNCHECKED

No Firmware Reload <-- UNCHECKED

WIFI Mode: WiFi - N (I tested 802.11G as well, seems to work fine.)

Prevents Stand-By <-- CHECKED

Auto Disconnect WIFI When Start Tethering <-- UNCHECKED

No Disable WIFI <-- UNCHECKED

If you get to the AOE2 ROM, I understand there's a patch you can push in that is supposed to work as well (look elsewhere on xda for that thread). For me, the $2 app and zero risk of losing root to a ROM update of unknown content was well worth it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Unfortunately, I rooted before Ping-pong was out and Knox is tripped on my device.

On the issue of tethering, the G920i has it built in and I tested it the other day. It worked fabulously, much to the delight of my son who got to watch YouTube in the car on his DS!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Looks like the G920I from trinidad and tobago got an update yesterday... Downloading from Sammobile now. I assume it's the Stagefright vulnerability fix that is rolling out.

http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-G920I/ for others...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] osmosizzz:
Was on Cricket with the t-mobile edge and maintained d better signal than my new 920F. Places I had lte I now get low reception h+. Guess the carrier versions are much more optimised to work here in the US. Anyone know if baseband are swappable? I want to flash the AT&T baseband to see if that helps (I'm thinking the bootloader will not allow the flash through Odin)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
I had a similar issue with my G920I and AT&Ts support was able to help me get it right. I get LTE now. The folks in the store made up crap to cover their ignorance, but the call in advanced support was able to address it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
I finally got the 5.1.1 update this morning.

I don't see any difference at all. I'm not even sure what changed.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Yep, there's been a lot of these kinds of comments about it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] s-one:
So how's it going with the new update? Any issues?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
One minor but still very irritating issue.

I drive a 2012 Toyota Camry and every time I get in the car the Bluetooth connects and starts to play the Samsung alarm clock song. It's annoying as heck. I tried to disable the app but it can't be disabled.

Fact is I don't know if this is an issue caused by the update but I can for sure that I never noticed it until after the update.

I've looked at the app settings but I see no option to stop it from happening.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
I used to have that issue. You can't disable the stock music app, unless you are rooted. But you may be able to make another app the default player, which might fix it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Just curious, where you also in a camry or Toyota? What app did you end up setting as the default? Did the issue start after the update or before?

Just trying to narrow down what the issue is.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Ford Focus.

Strangely, I had the issue on 5.0.2, but not on 5.1.1.

I use Play Music as my default app. But I also use Car Home Ultra as my Car App. It handles everything. There's a free version if you want to see if you like it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Tried it. No go. Or, I'm doing it wrong. I don't have the ability to change the default music player. I too use Google play music but I don't see any option to make it the default.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
No, I needed to disable the stock music app
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
What breed is selling can be rooted.

Just remember that Samsung pay is coming out soon and rooting will mean you can't use it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
SM-G925F

I have read through quite a few of these posts, but as a person who doesn't really mess with the inner workings of my phone I'm a bit lost. Does anyone have any advice they can give me without my having to read every post in this thread on my connectivity with my G925F version. I am working with Straight Talk which I believe uses ATT networks. I hardly get 4g and I have the worst signal it seems. Also, any advice on the cell standby draining my battery?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
You probably won't like this answer, but reading is the best way. I say this because any one of us can tell you what we know, and it will be limited to what we recall, whereas the search function can take you directly to posts and sometimes even threads that address these issues.

I have the 920i and have never had issue with cell standby draining the battery, but it's certainly probable that someone else had. I would start by searching for that in the Q&A section.

On the subject of signal, are you basing it on not being able to download, or on the number of bars? I ignore the bars. Very often, I can download fast regardless of what they tell me. I use the speedtest.net app (in the PlayStore) to see how my signal is doing.

Good luck!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
I did read most of the thread. I just got lost in a few of the different parts. I've used speed test when I first got the phone because all I could get was H+ and the speeds are comparable with my "H+" signal as they were on my last phone that had 4g. Anyway, I'm more concerned with the fact that I can't really seem to get 4g and I often don't have any kind of signal. And also, this cell standby. I've done a lot of research on some people who have had the problem but there seems to be no kind of solution.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] dandrumheller:
Are you sure you're in an LTE area? ATT branded devices (from the ones I've used) will indicate 4G service in HSPA+ coverage areas (to appease consumers who don't know any different) while international versions (and non ATT roms on ATT devices) will correctly display H+ in HSPA+ coverage...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
That makes sense to me. I am pretty sure that I'm in an LTE area, but not 100%. Since my speeds aren't too terrible I don't think it's #1 on my list of questions for now. I'll let that one ride for now.

I think the 2 most pressing concerns for me then would be the cell standby draining my battery and not having signal and less signal in a lot of areas.

Sorry if I seem to be changing my mind but I'm trying to prioritize which issues I really want dealt with over what I can live with.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] dandrumheller:
Do you have a case on your phone? I'm using a spigen slim armor, and it definitely attenuates signal a bit. Was in a weak area and my wife had service on her 925A, and I had none. She was running the phone naked at the time, so I pulled my case, and voila! Service!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
I didn't have a case for the first week and it hasn't changed with it on. It's a pretty thin one that just clips on for the back. Not a full covering one that comes around the front too.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
WOW! That sucks! I have a Spigen on mine...I'll have to check that next time I'm not getting signal....
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] dandrumheller:
It's not a huge amount of signal loss - only really an issue in very weak signal areas.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
Any thoughts on the cell standby issue? It's always my number one drain on my battery.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Not an issue on mine.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Has anyone gotten SamsungPay to work on a G920i or G920f?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
Haven't even gotten the update for it. I'm on Straight Talk with a G925F and so I highly doubt I will ever get it. I was hoping I would though because it's supposed to help with my wireless charging issue.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
I got am update today bit still no SamsungPay. ?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
I don't suppose you took a screen shot of the update?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Sure did.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
That is so not helpful
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
super lol... wrong SS give me a few mins.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
https://goo.gl/photos/tzeqdmYhFkYrSVAg6

hope this works.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
bummer :( I'm waiting for the one where it talks about improvements to the wireless charging.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] JohnnyGraz:
My girlfriend just broke her phone and she is looking to grab one of the 925i unlocked Edge's on eBay. She is on Cricket. What's the consensus on how well the phone works on LTE with Cricket? I see conflicting reports on here.

Any other models other than the ATT model that play nicer with Cricket?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] lmmikk3:
Sorry, no experience with Cricket. I use Straight Talk
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
My reason for wanting an unlocked gs6 is that I don't wanna have to wait for AT&T to get updates.

Just curious, what are all of your reasons?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Don't have it up yet, as I wouldn't be able to get an S6 for at least another week or so. I will pm you with it once it's posted though...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] verks:
My reasons are the same as yours along with unlocked bootloader to root and ROM. I always go stock for a bit but I just love tinkering. Keeps the phone fresh and new feeling. Plus it's fun to swap ROMs every few weeks.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Or maybe every few days! Total flashaholic here ?. Also agree with the keeping it fresh angle. A great new ROM is almost like getting a new phone. But yes, I run stock for a while as well...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
Yes, just add the Handtec Samsung Region Unlock Service to your cart when checking out. Here it is: http://www.handtec.co.uk/handtec-samsung-region-unlock-service.html
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] gtg465x:
Sure. Will do. Hasn't shipped yet though.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] Sheldor1967:
Groovy!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] jimmiekain:
Anyone else having second thoughts about getting an international version? I ask because when I first started this thread I was under the impression that with a locked bootloader I wouldn't be able to root and Rom. But the gs5 last year on AT&T had a locked bootloader and they figured out how to still root and Rom.

I'm kinda starting to feel like maybe I do wanna have HD voice and VoLte. It may take a few months but I'm sure someone will figure out a way to get around the locked bootloader. Anyone else in the same boat?