yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Yes, I flashed all 4 files, including Home_CSC. Went to do a few things and came back and T-Mobile rom had booted up. I just did all the steps again, and within Aroma Installer, kept everything default, including wiping all data, and the BS Free at the end. Still a boot loop.

Should I just start from scratch by reflashing all 4 files for the U firmware first, and retrying? I don't see why that would make a difference, as all the hardware is the same, so it shouldn't make a difference where I'm starting from?

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So I went ahead and flashed all 4 files (including HOME_CSC) that was in the PL2 zip file for G930U firmware. Flashed fine, but now it just boots into recovery.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] rumi409:
Based on an earlier comment by Joxer, I'm assuming the non-Home CSC is what I'm suppose to flash to get to QA4. Is that correct?

" When I tried to Odin up to QA4, I bootlooped, figured out flashing the regular CSC instead of the Home CSC fixed it and got me on QA4, then I proceeded with the OP (and yes, to the T, as CVertigo warned) I'm a detail-oriented guy as it is. The data is blazing fast as far as network, no lag or crashes, nothing."
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
That's the plan. Jrkruse is working on a few things before he sends me the latest to adapt.

It sounds like the vulnerability is patched, possibly from a U-firmware update. I know you are using the U-firmware, but I would flash to Verizon QA4 and start over. See below.

That's it!!! I guess the fix is wiped when flashing between carriers. This was the only way we could get it to work after flashing TMB_CSC.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
In recovery, choose reboot to download mode, then reflash the Home_CSC again. Tell me if that works.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Did not, continues to boot into recovery.

I have Verizon's PE1 firmware. Would that be okay, or should I try getting QA1. I'd have to look for it online somewhere.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] jazzdglass:
If this has worked for you, could you include in the procedures what you selected in aroma setup aside Wipe All option? The aroma choice of selection is what differentiates the steps in OP from the rest of us.

I'm personally having bootloop on a screen that says phone has been flashed with unauthorized firmware. There's a red text at top that says custom binary blocked by secure boot. Once again, secure boot was off, Evernote was unchecked in Flashfire, and wipe all was selected in aroma. So I don't get what's causing bootloop
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I tried flashing the full 4 files for both U and V firmware. Keeps booting into Recovery Booting. Going to reflash the T-Mobile firmware where I can at least boot into the OS.

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What file is this Eng Kernel others have referred to that might fix the bootloop into recovery?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
PE1 is way too old and won't flash as the bootloader has been incremented/updated since then. QA4 is what you need. https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767151494

I chose stock Verizon, BS_FREE, Modified SystemUI, and some S8 apps. I do not install any adblocking. I use Adguard for adblocking, so I can turn it on and off whenever I want. That is not possible when it is embedded in the system.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Thank you for the link. I tried downloading it too, but it looks like the server is down right now. That probably explains why I can't flash either U or V firmware that was older.

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So I got my phone back up and was able to go through all the steps again. Kept all the custom stuff in Aroma to a minimal (Verizon Stock, Pixel startup, BS free, no ad blocking), but it still is in a boot loop on the Samsung Galaxy S7 screen w/ custom unlock right now. Is there anything I can possibly try to fix this? Possibly flashing that Eng Kernel others have mentioned?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] appye:
Fantastic! I await the new version! I really like the idea of having a pre-customized (aroma even!) Samsung rom that I don't even have to root. Up until last night I have been running bone stock nougat on a 930v with Cricket wireless, "debloating" with package disabler pro and removing ads with adhell. Now that I am officially on Verizon, I am excited to "actually" debloat with Aroma ... Any advice on what NOT to take out so as to make sure that adhell continues to work? I like its "whitelist apps" feature... I seem to remember someone saying it uses knox?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] dclutter1:
This has been spot on for me so far. I did the 120 debloat so there aren't many (any) Samsung/VZW apps left, besides Internet and themes.

I did a factory reset after the 7.0 OTA and still had lag and poor battery life. This rom is noticeably better, even with less than 24 hrs of use.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Simplexletalis:
Are you saying this is better than stock or better than other roms?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] dclutter1:
Better than stock.

I'm not aware of any other viable 7.0 S7 ROMs for VZW.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Simplexletalis:
Ahh, ok. I am running the Stang rom on 6.0.1, deciding whether or not I want to switch.

Edit: Just installed this. What a breath of fresh air.. no mods and things is nice.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] DJ XtAzY:
My model number is now changed to G935V from G930V. Is that normal?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] appye:
I am inclined to agree, I have found I prefer minimalism and stability over the ability to have billions of different battery icons and fonts to choose from, trying to perfect a work of art... Stang is a nice ROM, but it felt cluttery to me, and I have quickly become addicted to nougat's double tap of the recents key to switch between apps. While I am sure I can duplicate the feature on Stang, I have been burned by xposed modules in the past and generally try to stay away.

While this is obviously not an aosp level of minimalism, I am (will be anyway!) happy to have a stable ROM that just works... With the hotspot working the way I want it to anyway!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] gunz.jones:
2 questions:

1. Is it required to install the BL file to flash the other 3 files?

2. Does FM radio work for TMO or VZW version? I am coming from Sony phones and the s7 had me with camera and fm, but I can't find information on its existence in Nougat although that it should have been activated last year. Mine is on the way to me (VL version) and I'm trying to get prepared.

Thanks in advance.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Very normal. The original ROM is for the G935, so the build.prop has been changed for it. I didn't change anything in the ROM itself, so the build.prop stayed as G935.

This is definitely one of my favorite features.

1) Yes.

2) I haven't played with the FM radio, so I can't comment.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] DJ XtAzY:
Really loving this rom so far. Smooth and Silky. I tried installing the V6, but get Security issues upon bootup if I don't flash the eng build. Guess I'll stick with V5 for now.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] quantum tao:
[MENTION=6697968]CVertigo1[/MENTION] are you planning on making an updated version with the new tmobile security patch? i am about to do this but i can wait if you think you will be updating soon. thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
I haven't modified the V6 version yet, so you must be flashing jrkruse ROM made specifically for the Edge. That has the Edge kernel embedded, which is probably the reason for running into security issues lol.

That depends on jrkruse. At this point, I'm only modding his ROM to work with the S7 flat. I haven't done any original work with it yet. If his ROM gets updated to the latest security patch, I will include it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] appye:
Assuming I can muster the patience, I will likely wait for v6 before jumping onboard... Is it simple enough to modify build.prop to change these entries over myself? G935 (and the 3600mah battery capacity!) will trigger a mild bit of OCD here!

Just extract the zip, make my modifications and recompress? Or are there md5 checks and whatnot as well? I am more familiar with TWRP or CWM, flashfire is new to me...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
NO! Whatever you do, do not extract the zip! Extract the build.prop only, then modify it as needed, then use 7zip to replace the modified build.prop in the zip. If you extract the zip and re-zip it, it won't flash and you'll end up with a soft brick. (I made this mistake years ago before I knew how to modify zips lol)

When editing the build.prop, use Notepad++ because regular notepad doesn't put everything in place.

Maybe I'll modify the build.prop on the next update, just so it says G930V.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Billy06010:
followed steps to a t. Using an SM-G930A ATT S7 and on final reboot have the pad lock and then after screen goes black for a few seconds reboots?? what did i do wrong. again i made sure to follow all instructions to a T. had to flash the t-mobile nougat before starting as i received a ext4 error on att rom.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] dclutter1:
So, I've discovered one very major problem with this ROM... All *ahem* adult sites appear to be blocked.

I assume it's because of the hosts file ad blocking? Any way to fix this without re-flashing?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] appye:
Gotcha... So I am examining the aroma scripts, comparing the different "debloating" levels... Is there a comprehensive listing all these different packages, what they do? Google only seems to go so far, and many of them are difficult to find... Perhaps jkruse's thread would be a better place to ask...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Cm4nXD:
Dude. This is awesome. The closest thing to ASOP possible
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Billy06010:
Can anyone help me out?? in order to get my ATT S7 to boot i had to use the Eng. kernel as it wouldn't boot without it. see my previous post
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] SkyAttacksX:
Is Gear VR gone too in the debloat?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Flashing the eng root kernel should make it boot, but it'll be laggy. If you want to get the ROM running as designed, then you'll need to go about doing the flash to Verizon, then back to T-Mobile method. I know that AndroidFileHost has been down a lot today, as it took forever for me just to get the link to post the Verizon QA4 firmware lol. Hopefully it is fixed soon.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I appreciate you going through the trouble of linking me. As I'm typing this, it's back up so I'll download. Flash to that and start from scratch.

On the side, I also flashed the AP file in Odin again and now it is booting into T-Mobile...

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Okay, downloaded QA1 successfully from AFH. Loaded the 4 files into Odin, it starts running and shoots out an error after "system.img.ext4", "FAIL! (ext4)". On phone itself, in red is "Volume Size is too big 1254400 < 1354240, ODIN : Invalid ext4 image"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Flashing the AP file with Odin flashes the system with a factory image, so the modifications to the system are gone, which is why it boots without issue.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Did you mean to say QA4 or did you download something different?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I am reading up on this error, and it says I may need the Pit files to fix this error. Before I go do something I shouldn't, just wanted to check here first. Sorry for all the replies, we can take to PM if it's easier.

QA4, sorry, that was a typo...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Did you backup the phone when you got it to boot? This method will wipe data. Flash all four Verizon QA4 files at the same time, but use the CSC_VZW file. Do not use the Home_CSC. Tell me if that flashes successfully.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I backed up my phone with Smartswitch prior to even trying this entire Hybrid Nougat method. So I went ahead and used a Pit file I found and it allowed me to fully flash all 4 files (including HOME_CSC) and it booted right up into Verizon. Now to restart the Hybrid Nougat method and see how it goes.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Excellent! Keep me posted. Also, this method was only verified by flashing the CSC_VZW file first, then reflashing again using the HOME_CSC. I can't verify if it will work or not without flashing the CSC_VZW first.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] JediDru:
Just seeing this now. Will get to Verizon QA4 to then start fresh again.

I've just been running stock tmobile nougat the last few days and something weird did happen today. On the s7 powered by Android screen, at first boot showed that it was unlocked with the open padlock. Which is very bizarre since this is reflashed and wiped stock.

Edit: Actually I might just sit tight for the update. Thank you for everything thus far.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I was able to boot into QA4 by just flashing the 4 files (including HOME_CSC, not CSC) plus the PIT file for VZW GS7, to get it to boot into Verizon stock QA4. Then followed the steps from OP, and now it's working. I guess the fact that I started from U firmware and not V firmware threw a whole wrench into it. Glad it's resolved now and I can restore my phone to what it was.

Will await release of the next version. CVertigo1, huge appreciation for your patience and help to get me sorted. User error mostly on my part, but I'm glad it's finally resolved.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Excellent!!! I'm really glad to hear that you finally got it to work. After another user was having an issue related to flashing the full CSC, I intentionally borked my phone to try and track down this method to fix it for him. It took awhile to get it to work, but it was all worth it in the end. I hope you enjoy the ROM!!!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Thanks again for all your help. I am trying to keep it as stock looking as possible. i switched the theme back to standard. Nice and boring. There is a thin white bar at the top of the screen, is that normal, and how would I go about removing it? Didn't see it in the settings for NNRomControl, but I may have missed it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
That is the battery bar. Go into ROM control and turn off the battery bar.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Perfect, thank you. Now to spend some time to restore all my settings and customizing. Running pretty smoothly so far after reboot.

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So it looks like both the Camera and Gallery app in the Rom are both Samsung. I only have the Auto mode available. The download button doesn't appear to do anything. Typically there are like 7 or so modes by default, with the option to download more. Does anyone have same issue or is it just me?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
So I read through this thread and noticed someone else mentioned the same issue with missing camera modes. It looks like I can't do the full BS free, but just the 70 app debloat. Do I have to redo the entire process from scratch or is there a shortcut perhaps without having to wipe all data?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] SirDoogieHouserMD.Esq2000:
Start from step 2 in the op by rerooting.In flashfire make sure you're using the AP file for your current firmware then the Zip.Turn off ever root,and then wipe Dalvik and Cache then flash.

When I was on v13 I had problems picking s8 apps in aroma.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
What he said.^^^
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
I went ahead and did that and got everything working again. Thanks to both of you. It is running a bit laggy, but might just need a couple of reboots. Hopefully once the new version comes out, I'll probably just do a clean flash and install.

Installing the 70 app debloat allows me to use the Selective Focus mode in the camera, as well as view previous photos I had taken with Selective Focus. The full BS Rom must have removed the Selective Focus so I couldn't take new photos or view previous photos in Gallery.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Yes, they were removed. I believe from what I read in the Edge forums, that the latest update has the camera modes left intact. Once I get the update and play with it to verify it works, I'll upload it for everyone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Thank you, I appreciate all your help and all that you put into getting this port to work with our phones.

I wanted to check if anyone else has experienced issues with the fingerprint reader? This is specifically to unlock the phone. But it seems to work great consistently for awhile, but then it completely lags or fails to unlock. Once I swipe pattern unlock, it may start working again. Not sure if something is causing the fingerprint sensor to sleep after awhile if it's not used.

And my Samsung Pay isn't as responsive as it normally is. Completely failed at a restaurant I've used at numerous times. It was the first time I'd tried it since installing this ROM.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
There is a setting in ROM control for fingerprint wakeup, turn it off. I haven't had any fingerprint scanner issues since.

As for Samsung Pay, I haven't set it up and used it since I flashed the ROM, and I probably won't set it up until after the next update. My bank requires the card to be setup through them for Samsung Pay, so I have to call each time and it takes awhile to get through. I'll wait until I'm certain that I'm going to stay on a build for at least a few weeks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Thank you for the tip on the fingerprint wakeup. I'll turn it off and report back if it doesn't fix my issue.

As for Samsung Pay, I was able to use it twice today at Peet's Coffee, which uses NFC terminals. So for sure, NFC works. As far as the proprietary Samsung Pay "virtual swipe", didn't work at twice now. I'll try it again at Costco, since I've never had it fail me there and I can hold the phone myself. Will report back.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
Is it okay to use this rom on my T-Mobile s7 (not verizon)?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Theroose:
Yes it is
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
I've tried twice and I keep getting a "This phone has been flashed with unauthorized software & is locked. ..." error.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Theroose:
Did you flash the HOME_CSC or the CSC?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
HOME_CSC

I'm going to use CSC instead which'll wipe my data.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Theroose:
You can't flash the CSC which will not work and that is why you are getting the error. You will have to flash the HOME_CSC.

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Does anyone know how to enable find my mobile?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
I've tried both ways -- same error.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Theroose:
Have you tried just flashing the HOME_CSC again after flashing the initial HOME_CSC, AP, BL and CP?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
Yes.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] Theroose:
Try flashing the stock firmware, trying again, and reread the directions throughly

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Does anyone know how to get the find my phone function to work?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] roadran422:
How do I turn off secure boot?

Tried 4 different times, no dice.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] SirDoogieHouserMD.Esq2000:
Have you tried this method with a SM-G930V?

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There's an Edge thread for this rom thats on v24 and the OP isn't updated.You would want to be on QA4 firmware.You can run it on a flat,but you'll need to use s7 flat Eng kernel to boot.Secure services like samsung pay won't work.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] lickwid:
Just wanted to follow up. Was able to use Samsung Pay a bunch of different places without issue. Might have just been a fluke at that one restaurant. Running pretty smoothly and battery life is expected. Can't wait for the new version to be released.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] IJoxer:
You can use the v24 from jkruse thread, it's linked on page 93, just be sure to use the flat eng kernel.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] smashedpumpkins:
Any way to update the hosts file after the fact with no root? Way too many sites won't.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] IJoxer:
I'm at work so I can't find it, but there is a thread about flashing a host file using adb without root. I believe it was in the main s7 forum, if not the S7 edge forum.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
Are you using the T-Mobile option in Aroma? I don't believe it works. If you EVER flashed the full CSC, then you'll need to flash to Verizon with Odin, then start from step 1.

The post you are looking for is in jrkruse thread in the Edge forum. I can't dig it up at the moment, but I know it's in there.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] IJoxer:
Will there even be a TMO option in v24? I believe jkruse removed it in the edge rom, the option is still available but he said it wouldn't do anything if you chose it.

Also, did you have an ETA for your v24?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] CVertigo1:
If he doesn't have it in his ROM, it won't be in this one. All I have done is take his ROM and change a few files to make it work on the S7 Flat. I have literally done no original work to this. jrkruse is working out a few things before sending me the update.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoverie] IJoxer:
Alright, good to know. I was under the impression we could use the edge without any changes, I flashed v24 from your v24 after rerooting, but it never even went to aroma, I'm assuming I'm on a stock TMO rim now, without wiping, but it seems to be running smooth.

I'll just wait until your done, unless you'd like to share which files you tweak?

Thanks for all your work regardless CVertigo, it's appreciated!