yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] sirvikky:
It actually soft bricked me too initially, but I think the problem was with the boot loader and kernel. Here's what I did (in summary, with users' posts):

1. Used Odin to install stock VZW ROM (check jkruse's post)

2. Rooted with Working root method (jkruse)

3. Installed stock vzw 5.0 deodexed rooted ROM (jkruse)

4. Unlocked boot loader (GeTex 4th method)

5. Odin TWRP 3.0.0 as custom recovery

6. Using TWRP, install muniz_ri's deodexed debloated rom (leaving you with pf4 ROM and firmware, but pb1 unlocked boot loader) (phone will not pass the Verizon logo here)

7. Odin TWRP to regain custom recovery

8. Head back to GeTex's unlock bootloader page, under the "If You Already Have Bootloader Unlocked And On A Samsung TW Rom" found here http://xdaforums.com/veri...oader-t3337909 (credits to [MENTION=3000088]chaco81[/MENTION]) . Download and copy to ext Sdcard the files in the links

9. In TWRP Flash TWRP_Prepare.zip. Reboot to Download Mode

10. In Odin Under AP slot load PB1_Firmware_Only_NK2_Kernel.tar.md5

11. Under PIT load S5_KLTE_USA_VZW.pit If you have a 32gb phone instead of 16gb phone skip this step

12. Click Start

13. When finished on reboot watch for Safestrap Splash Screen and enter Safestrap (Note: this screen won't stay for long, so once you see it, tap on Recovery. If it disappears before you can select, pull out the battery and restart the phone, it'll come up again)

14. Now goto Power Menu/Reboot Menu and reboot to Download Mode

15. Make sure in download mode the current binary is Official. If it is not reflash In Odin Under AP slot load PB1_Firmware_Only_NK2_Kernel.tar.md5

Now in Odin Under PIT load S5_KLTE_USA_VZW.pit

Click Start on reboot enter Safestrap reboot back to download mode and make sure binary status is Official

16. If Binary Status is Official Pull battery restart and enter SafeStrap

17. From safestrap, Flash: SafeStrap_PF4_Bootloader_Unlock_AIO.zip

18. Phone will Power Off.

19. Pull Battery enter download. Flash via ODIN TWRP 3.0.0 as the previous flash will install 3.2 which doesnt see the SD card.

20. When the phone restarts, (and even when you plug your charger in) you'll see a 'Kernel not seandroid enforced' message. Ignore it, the phone will still work fine (I think it's because of the NK2 kernel from step 10).

I've only done this the one time, but do this right, and you'll have a rooted/unlocked PF4.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] giggiggiggitygoo:
This no bs rom worked best for me plus I love the native in call recording. But I tried Muniz approach many times when I got the warning repair your phone using verizon software I gave up. In the past his stuff has worked for me idk why it won't on this device play movies and samsung sync are the only 2 things that that don't work right for me on this no bs rom
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] giggiggiggitygoo:
I finally did get this to take and alas sdcard is not native writable Tibu gets declined

Hd calling is auto on

Play movies still don't work on the device but does play movies on Chromecast just fine

No block options like in jkruze no bs message and calling

No native call recording like in no bs

Keyboard is more accurate.

I got a twrp backup of both roms I'll keep comparing

The way I finally got this working was being on this no bs rom and starting at number 6 in this quote.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] sirvikky:
SDcard write IS writable, but what I noticed was that it wasn't mounted in the familiar /mnt/extSdCard path, but rather in /storage/B8BB1AF1 or something like that (The native File Explorer sees the external storage; you can check the details to know the exact path it is mounted). For this reason, I believe, old apps won't see the memory card. Updating your apps should fix this e.g. Office Suite 7 couldn't see or write on the sdcard, but when I updated to Office Suite 8, I got a prompt telling me to choose the root ext sdcard folder; did this and now I can read and write to memory card.

My s5 is network unlocked, so I can't conform the HD calling, as it say I need to be on latest My Verizon Mobile to access the menu.

No call recording (sorry ?)

I use screen mirroring app, so I don't know how well it works with Chromecast.

Auto reject lists works fine for me.

Please let us know the one you prefer
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] giggiggiggitygoo:
My happy medium was a split of both roms. Twrp recovery abomination if you will. Flash muniz rom. Then recover this no bs system (you have to manually flash supersu or you won't have root) video calling half works in both roms meaning when I video call my wife she sees me but my screen don't load her feed
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Tango Cheetahs:
So I got a refurbished phone through Verizon and it came last Wednesday. I was happy to have my 4G back and root again, but noticed that the phone came with PF4. Can I flash this and get root, or is there a way to root PF4?

Thanks ^_^

PS: thanks for all the work you put into android development, [MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] :good::)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] giggiggiggitygoo:
Well tango whenever we mess up the fix is Odin the version before. But being that device has probably been ota updated to this point. You may not be able to downgrade but don't quote me
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Ballroomblitz:
Can anyone help me with steps for upgrading my unlocked bootloader gs5 from pb1 to this rom?

I've been running jrkruse's 5.1.1 note 5 port. I like it, but am interested in trying a 6.0 rom.

I've done a lot of reading, but still lack a little confidence in deciphering the correct steps for updating bootloader etc..

Thanks for any help.

Can anyone confirm that I can update my firmware from the note 5 port to a rooted 6.0 rom?

Can I follow the upgrade/downgrade firmware instructions that I've seen in other threads?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] BlueLaguna88:
anyone know if private mode works? or any fixes to it? really want marshmallow but last time i didi this rom i lost private mode and other possible functions that other posters have mentioned
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Sebastian505:
Please Jrkuse Help Me

Im N00B In sm-g900v and wanna to install your [BS_FREE_MM_6.0.1_Rom_PF4_Based_Rooted_Deodexed]

and I'am on locked bootloader Can You Please Tell Me What I Have To Do.

If Anyone Know How Then Please Help Me
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Bobert47:
You have to find out what your CID number is (search emmc in play store, run app and hope it's first 2 numbers under CID are 15) to unlock your bootloader, or you need to install safestrap and install that way

Also, what build are you currently on? (that will make a difference for those methods as well)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Sebastian505:
Hey Thanks For Reply

I'am on PF4 Build Also The First Two Number In CID 15

What I Have To Do Now...:silly:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Bobert47:
You are in luck!

Follow this guide to unlock your bootloader and then you can install a custom recovery (covered in that thread) and install this ROM just make sure at the very end to flash the files for MM as it states.

NOTE: you will need to READ the entire guide and prepare all files before starting for things to go smoothly, and YES you will need to downgrade 1st to unlock the bootloader and then go back "up" to MM

http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/development/rd-unlocking-galaxys-s5-bootloader-t3337909

Good luck! :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] harryhaharry:
Thanks alot for the work and support, i just got 1 issue with this rom, installed it 2 days ago and everything looks fine. I flashed it using the SS method since i am on a locked bootloader:

Flash NCG_stock_kernel to get to SS, wipe, flash ROM, wipe data, flash MM kernel.

But i noticed one issue so far, when i leave my phone idle at night ( wifi off, data off, just the phone on so i can use the alarm) and i try to turn wifi on by the morning, it just wont turn on, the wifi button on the quicksetting menu stays like pressed and cannot disable it. Seems like it happens when i leave the phone idle for a long time, like at night. Any ideas of why could that be happening?

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] asheesh131:
dear [MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] i'm on a locked bootloader and I have lost root which is normal as you say for a locked bootloader.....so how to get root in this rom now? and how to install the SS? should I follow the same lollipop root method to install SS as well or is there a different method
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Jimmy4485:
Any news on the Google version?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] f4u5t:
can i flash this with Reactivation Lock on?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] duece29203:
HD - Advanced Calling Issue

I just upgraded to this build, but my only issue is that I do not have advanced/HD Calling anymore. When I go to activate it in settings, it says "Activate Later" & when I check into it, I'm told that I already have HD calling on my line. Any idea how to fix this?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] grnsl2:
Time for an upgrade, running the BS Free V2 ROM for quite a while. Still at BOE1 as well. From Reading if we want to get into this it looks like safe strap needs to be installed but I do see kruze talking about pd1 or pf4 firmware... Is that the baseband that he's referencing? At this point figuring I need to install safestrap then do the install understand strap comma I see the marshmallow kernel statement as well.

Always trying to tread carefully since this is the mrs phone and no one wants the wrath of that. ?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Ripon Raihan:
can u help me to remove "Kernel not seandroid enforced" and custom padlock icon??

I tried a lot, also use root triangle away to remove those message. but couldn't.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] ahmadmalik88:
Hey. All those using this ROM, would you recommend it as a daily driver?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] jjac0b:
any luck with adopted storage??

Anyone else having issue with SDCARD when using TWRP 3.0.2-2?

Thank you
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] 996:
O

Hey man. I flashed. 3.0.0-0 TWRP and it worked fine. It read my SD card. I was on 3.0.2-2 when it was not reading it.

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Is anyone having problems with mobile data connection? For some reason even when I have LTE showing (and not crossed out), I cannot get connectivity.

*Edit* I am in global mode. I have tried LTE/CDMA and LTE/GSM/UMTS. Nada.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mastertech007:
Anyone else having problem trying to use VPN (IPVanish) software?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] 996:
What kind of battery life do you get? I am getting a little over 12 hours. Someone mentioned they were getting 4 days?!

Still trying to improve.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] buhohitr:
4 days on standby..and mainly depended on if you have many of notification apps or not, like facebook, gmail sync etc..you also can set wifi off when screen off to prevent notification apps...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] BlueLaguna88:
You said all stock features, I tried this ROM and private mode didn't work for me, does it work for you?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] buhohitr:
I guess you're right, I only enabled the feature, but did not really validate for sure. It's not working for me either.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] BlueLaguna88:
Ugh that's the only thing stopping me from adopting this ROM, I use private mode :/

I wish jkruse would fix this...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] cowman4000:
HD calling - VOLTE

I'm having this same problem and I'd like to know if there's a fix? This seems like a pretty basic 'STOCK' option to me... any thoughts on this anyone?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I believe something did not update, take a look at the bootloader unlock thread for the section regarding hard keys and wifi not working. Always can just reflash?

Not possible

No

You can't, why is it a big deal? Triangle away can brick the S5
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] raedon614:
I have a non rooted pd1 S5. Is this a fairly straightforward process?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] ldeveraux:
Not at all, check the "how to root" thread before trying this!
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] shahinman:
Intructions from Lollipop to Marshmallow (Rooted)?!

I'm on SM-G900V Lollipop *PB1 build - Tooshiba chipset locked bootloader.

Could I flashfire this zip file then load a PF4 bootloader and be OK?

If yes, do you have a link for PF4 bootloader?

If not what is the instructions to upgrade to this Marshmallow from Lollipop please.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] sean19661:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3149784

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[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] shahinman:
I knew about the above link and after following muniz before on a different website where he claim that his method worked - and it did not and I had to ODIN. I really don't want to follow muniz anymore. So back to this tread and jrkruse stuff that has worked for me before please.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] tk4223:
If you read this thread in it's entirety, as many would advise you to do, you would have found post #36 where jrkruse post a link to just what you are looking for in response to another in a somewhat similar situation as you.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Jimmy4485:
Does jrkruse have any news about the google version?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] shahinman:
Try again

Believe me when I tell you that I have read way more than just this tread in its entirety and if you followed your own advice (or just read my question), you see that link (to the thread) does not provide a rooted solution. Which is why I am here to being with.

So again, does anybody - jrkruse- have directions to go to this version from PB1 ?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
I believe, if you have the Toshiba 11 chip once you go to MM you're no longer rooted. For you to stay rooted, the highest OS you can go is the latest LP OS. MM uses a different kernal, so since it does, that's why the locked devices are unable to have root because of being unable to 'modify' the system... i may be incorrect in a sense but it's somewhat close as to i have beenbusy with work and haven't had much time to follow-up on these threads/posts

Have you tried this link...?

http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/how-to-flash-custom-6-0-1-roms-locked-t3393943
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] shahinman:
Thank you for the explanation and the link (that I saw before) - this link is the one I was referring to that is without root on MM.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] thewebsiteisdown:
This is how to get to PF4. You can't use jkruses I tried and never booted.

Located here, note this is for unlocked bootloader.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24572369242687208

Here's where I found it, it's the bottom instructions part for unlocked bootloaders.

http://www.droidviews.com/update-verizon-galaxy-s5-marshmallow-6-0-1-pf4-keep-root/
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
shahinman has the Toshiba eMMC 11 chip, locked Bootloader, so therefore your method wouldn't work because your posting for the unlocked bootloader....which may be why [MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] method didn't work for you because you're on an unlocked bootloader.....just saying and not wanting user's to get confused....
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] thewebsiteisdown:
No worries, that's why I stated for unlocked as well.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Same as well, hope [MENTION=7344781]shahinman[/MENTION] was able to install what he/she was looking for.....:)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Rumsfield:
Not sure if this was answered as its so confusing with so many posts about this.

I have two identical phones (both my parants S5's) I unlocked both phones bootloaders and the first phone upgraded to this rom with no issues. The second phone loops after installing. Both have TWRP installed.

I think it has something to do with the kernal or something not being up to date on the phone that keeps failing.

Here are the specs from the "about" in settings:

baseband

g900vvru2bpb1

kernal 3.4.0

dpi@SWDD6518 #1

build number

LRX21T.G900VVRU1B0A8

What do I need to do to get this rom to load onto the second phone via TWRP and not bootloop. Her phone is a 900V with LP 5.0, rooted & bootloader now unlocked/dev.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Looks like it may be because the build is OA8, which is the 1st LP version that came out......compare that to your other device to see what that build is. If it's different, I'd look for a firmware to flash that doesn't touch your bootloader.....someone may want to chime in....
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] otter34:
BP1, PB1, pf4, CID...what the hell? I've been rooted on the original Samsung galaxy nexus for years with 3 different phones and just got the Samsung galaxy 5 from swappa. It's currently rooted running NO_BS_BPP1. I think the boot loader is unlocked. How can I tell? Can I flash this ROM? I'm assuming it's your ROM I'm running or maybe a modification? I guess I don't know. Still lollipop.

Is firm ware the same as the baseband? Is there a cliff notes version of what everyone is referring to? It seems like flashing has gotten a lot more complicated. I know I have CID 15 If that means anything.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] dudeitsrob:
Does fingerprint lockscreen work for this ROM?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Rumsfield:
the other phone is:

baseband version

G900VVRU2DPF4

Kernal version

3.4.0

dpi@SWHD7501 #1

build number MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPF4

:edit: Also this phone is unlocked/dev and has TWRP installed. Is there a way to get this upgraded using TWRP?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Read this user's post. It may be of help to you. I don't want to steer you wrong....i would stay on TWRP 3.0.0 as any versions newer than that seem to have issues with sd card...i plan to start flashing MM ROM's soon as I'm still using one of Jrkruse's older ROM's.....hehe

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=67764069&postcount=47
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] ive9th:
I feel like this should be in the OP as you would need to know how to flash this Rom in order to use it.

Keywords: Instructions, How To Flash MM, Marshmallow, PB1
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] BlueLaguna88:
Has this been updated to have a functioning private mode? Really want to use this ROM but I really need private mode...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mastertech007:
Yes
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] ldeveraux:
I just flashed this ROM this weekend, coming from the PB1 version of BS_FREE. I had root and unlocked bootloader, wiped the previous ROM and flashed this. For some reason, Knox is still enabled in the about phone info page. I know I tripped knox (0x1) a while ago, but is it affecting me? I can't install a new kernel and the SELinux is always enforcing. I have Xposed working fine, but certain settings in GravityBox won't work. I can setup an expanded power menu, but can't change the icons in the status bar. Does this have something to do with the kernel, tripped knox, something else?? A while back I had a CM13 build on here and every setting in GB worked fine when it was on PB1 kernel...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] 996:
Just out of curiosity:

The SnapChat app does not work on this ROM. Is this due to the ROM or just being rooted in general?

Thanks.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] cowman4000:
Bluetooth

Is anyone else not able to get Bluetooth to work on this rom? I have it enabled on the quick bar and it's lit up like it's on. However when I go into settings and select Bluetooth it says off and toggling it to on doesn't do anything. Any ideas on how to fix this or if it just doesn't work? I'll switch roms if I have to....
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] ldeveraux:
Works fine for me, though the icon is dim and not fully green. Can you just reflash the Rom?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Iskeeetwo:
Works fine on my phone.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mac796:
Thanks

I just wanted to thank you. Rom works great. Don't know what I would have done coming from lollipop to mm without those great guides..

Thanks again
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mac796:
also everything seems to work on this rom. for some reason wont let me sign into my verizon, says i need to do that to get hd calling to work. have any ideas why, i can sign in on computer no problem. i even tried to change pw. If i cant get hd calling to work , not really a big deal. never had it before.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Iskeeetwo:
This rom is awesome. Kudos to jrkruse. Only problem I am having is I can not get the voice control (say cheese) for the camera to work. Voice control works with everything else and it is turned on with in the camera app. I know it is rom related because I installed a different rom and it works. Any suggestions?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] smokerbond:
Edit2:

Is the bootloop issue related to not getting the "Original" binary status before flashing with TWRP?

The status said Custom after I flashed the TWRP-3.0.0 file in SafeStrap.

Edit:

Flashing with FlashFire solves the issue with ramdisk

But New Issue! Now after flashing the appropriate AIO Bootloader Unlock in TWRP and reflashing the ROM after a full wipe, I get stuck on the White Verizon Slash Bootup Screen.

It occasionally makes a vibrate noise, and just heats up the phone.

What gives?

Are there specific steps to do on a bootloader unlocked phone?

Do I need to flash PF4 firmware etc and bootloader after?

Or is this all included in the zip?

When flashing via SafeStrap everything works UNTIL I get:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Rumsfield:
What should I be doing to upgrade this phone from the rooted LP rom to MM? The phone has root and an unlocked/DEV bootloader.

Please don't re-direct me to a previous thread if possible because there are too many unhelpful posts in those threads and it turns everything into gibberish and everyone is talking back and fourth.

A straight up answer would be cool. Can I use FF to flash the BS_FREE_6.01 rom?

Thanks.

Here are some specs as the phone sits.

baseband

g900vvru2bpb1

kernal 3.4.0

dpi@SWDD6518 #1

build number

LRX21T.G900VVRU1B0A8
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Yes, im going to send you to some threads....lol....just to get files....lol....Go to Muniz_ri's How to Update and Keep Root thread in the General Section of this VZW Forum and install the MM DEODEXED ROM for unlocked Bootloader or the Unlock Thread in this Section and flash the PJ1 DEODEXED ROM all through TWRP or if you want through FF...but once you go to MM bootloader, you'll never get back to your OA8 BL.....just mentioning in case you're unaware of....:D:p....lol
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Rumsfield:
The OA8 BL, that shouldn't matter right? I can still be unlocked with root just with an updated BL build? I posted this because I tried upgrading this phone over and over and it just loops. Was thinking I was missing something, the first S5 phone I flashed everything and it worked, this one...not so much.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
If you're wanting to go to MM, my understanding is that you've got to be on MM BL/Firmware....so best thing to do is go to the root thread and Odin the PB1 tar and use the Blackcat method and then unlock your bootloader and install the PD1 DEODEXED ROM and then flash this ROM.....hope this helps you in any ways