[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] mkoyskip:
When I first tried out my GS7 Edge I had major concerns, mainly because I wanted the “whitepages” & also “wifi-calling” & other stuff. Also I realized this was the 1st time I cannot root my device. Damn , I was seriously pissed off.

So after this I realized that many/most/some of the functions of my device wouldn’t work. So I spent many days/weeks/time reading through our awesome XDA site to try and find solutions for my issues. Tell the truth, this didn’t work well for me, spent hours/days/etc reading through posts…

I tried installing various versions/countries/etc – spent so much time trying different versions that it just almost drove me crazy!

What is AP, CP, BL, CSC?

•	AP = Build (used to be called PDA, also system)

•	CP = modem/Baseband

•	BL = bootloader

•	CSC = country specific customizations

My current ‘build’ is like this (apparently I haven’t updated it lately because I turned this off, another story) but here it is:

•	G935FXXU1DQD7_G935FDBT1DQD1_DBT

My original build was something like:

•	G935FXXS1APG3_G935FOXJ1APF1_DBT

•	Actually much older, just haven’t saved the images past G935FXXS1APG3_G935FOXJ1APF1_DBT

My “OLD” version, that I’ve been using since is slightly different:

•	DBT has ALWAYS worked for me, however there is a slight difference (and this ALSO worked for me)

•	After I changed/switched from OXJ/AFR/etc I reloaded/re-installed DBT

•	Originally my DBT was the OXJ (Olympic Edition) and I changed to the DBT version

o	For instance these aren’t the same:

	G935FXXS1APG3_G935FOXJ1APF1_DBT

	G935FXXU1BPH6_G935FDBT1BPH2_DBT

However, unless things have changed – you MUST FULLY FLASH YOUR DEVICE!

•	You cannot just flash CSC & not flash HOME_CSC to change your device location

•	If you want to get your DEVICE FULLY working you need to follow directions and DO THE WORK!

BTW, don’t have a ‘link’ for the original instructions – not sure if they work anymore. DBT works for me, has worked for/since I learned of this thread. HOPE it works for you also.

Wasn't meaning to sound like a "know-it-all" BTW, just been a while since I've perused this awesome forum/thread - ONLY trying to be helpful :)

EDIT: updated my device last night and SPay still working.

PDA/BL: G935FXXS1DQHM

CSC: G935FDBT1DQD1

I updated through my GS7 rather than re-flash as my device is working AOK, except for the battery not lasting 2 days that is. Didn't have a chance to test this because I forgot to restart & charge it last night. However just now checked my battery and it's awesome: 20h since charged, 13h left! At the same time this is without much use so I'd expect to cut at least half a day with full use.

I digress, sorry on my 4th stout. The reason I made this post is to remind members that have issues regarding SPay that DBT has been working for so long, at least for myself! It's not perfect, but especially for those in the USA this is the best option IMHO.

- SPay working - can't use it at gas stations, but works 99% even at 'local' places with "old school" credit card machines (I just ask them to let me try...)

- Whitepages working (think it's called "hiya" or such now)

- Only once have I become nervous concerning my battery life, was fine after a quick update release (keep a 40,000 on hand just in case BTW)

Not sure how the international version works concerning Verizon, I'm using at&t. Was using Verizon (and extremely happy with the coverage/signal that Verizon provided) but could not find enough information concerning 'bands' that Verizon would provide. And they were not helpful and/or their customer service (CSR's) didn't even know what I was asking them about. So GSM over CDMA was a no-brainer for me.

- For now the only bummer is that there isn't Wi-Fi calling

But I'll say this to all of you having SPay issues (at least those in the US) -> try DBT. Install it CORRECTLY. Read instructions, print them out, read again. Save any data you may need. Use SS Smart switch also if you want to also. Just make sure, again, to wipe/install correctly! If you're using a 'Giggle' account much of your stuff will be restored automatically. I recommend not allowing your Wi-Fi and/or your files/etc to be restored while performing this stuff.

Sho**t off topic or such again. My sincere apologies. I'll check back when I can, if no replies/thoughts I'll put this thread on the 'shelf'. Later y'all.