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[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Xfin:
Noob Help Question S8+ where to root SM - G955FD United Arab Emirates

Hi I’m a new user looking for advisement. Please forgive me if I have posted incorrectly - I read the new user guild and it looks like Im to find a post that is like what I need to learn about then post within, hope I did this right. :o)

I need advise on either of 2 options, rooting or if possible to go back to what my phone was running before a damaging update that occurred circa June 10th 2020. Please allow me to explain….

My situation is I need to record calls, I could do this with just a few different programs then circa June 10th I approved a phone update and suddenly no recording programs work (I really have tried all and read all the posts about what to try with Pie but unless I root, I have no option for recording which is why I need root I believe).

OPTION 1 TO ROOT (but how as looks like my phone is unique and cant root):

I’m S8+ Android Version 9 / SDK 28 Pie, shows in Phone Info as SM - G955FD United Arab Emirates Dual Sim. I bought phone unlocked for ATT and use it with Cricket. I researched for root program options and really glad I did as I read about what you recommend as good root modules and programs as well as what to stay away from. The problem is some of the thread posters are telling that with my specific phone no root programs are working, it sounds like what I’m running is unique and difficult to root so could anyone advise what root program would really work for my specific phone (simpler the better as I’m not ‘tech-wise’, actually I’m borderline blithering idiot with it comes to technical issues). :o)

OPTION 2 TO ‘go backwards' (if such an option exists):

If I cant root then the other option was perhaps to find a program that might reset my phone to what it was before the horrible circa June 10th update? Does any such program exist or do you know if a dealer could do such?

I greatly appreciate any advisement anyone can help with and I hope my first post was respectable and met all the requirements of this excellent forum.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Raresh T:
Most phones don't allow such downgrades by default. So you would need to have custom recovery in order to flash an older version of it. Or you could search as well a debloated rom of the version you are looking for.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Kaosune:
Hello

I'm looking to modify (either downgrade or root) my firmware, however, I have been unable to, after doing some of research.

Some specs about the phone:

Model: SM-G955U

Firmware: G955USQS8DTI5 - Binary 8 - Android 9.0 (pie)

Carrier: Xfinity (CCT)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] pablooo1984:
Im having a problem trying to root my samsung s8 plus ( sm-g955f )

Somthing went wrong when i installed twrp with odin i think.

When odin whas done, it said" pass "

But my phone went in a strange reboot loop.

The thing keeps rebooting until the samsung logo an vibrates over and over again.

I can get in download mode, but am not sure what to do now...

I tried flashing stock firmware. And failed
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] DavNos:
Hello.

I need to find a way to root my phone, but I can't find root guides for the european version.

Specs:

Model: SM-G955F

Firmware: G955FXXSADTI1 - Kernel version 4.4.111-18920278 - Android 9.0 (Pie)

Carrier: EE (Everything Everywhere)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Sanrell:
Still no help
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] hotcrossbuns2:
How do I root a SM-T580 so I can use my SD card?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] flippolino:
I am trying to install a Android 10 rom on my Galaxy S8+ exynos G955F. I have everything done to put TWRP in the root and the installation of Twrp with Odin goes well. After installation I restart and the phone shows a clock witch goes up to 47% and then the phone goes in a normal startup. When I goes into Recovery the normal Samsung recovery is shown again. The TWRP app don't work also, he crashes when I click on a button. What I am doing wrong? I can't use some Samsung apps won't work. They tell the phone is rooted. He is in developpermodus with usb debugging on and bootloader open.

Who can help me with this?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] slamelov:
Hi

I want to install twrp in my samsung SM-G955F, but I don't know if it's "Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Exynos) (dream2lte)" or "Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Snapdragon) (dream2qlte)".

Where could i find that information?

Thanks a lot
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] chris1892006:
Hello, so can the s8+ snapdragon bootloader be unlocked? If not do I need to get the unlocked model that works on usa tracfone & which model do I need to buy to use custom roms etc? Thanks

Ps - the main reason I need to upgrade from the Samsung Galaxy a01 qualcomm snapdragon 439 to the Samsung Galaxy S8+ because it's twice as fast as the 439 with the qualcomm 835. I use an app called T2S text to speech and it takes forever to export an entire book to mp3 and continuously fails. Will the qualcomm snapdragon 835 fix my T2S App performance issues?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] chris1892006:
@slamelov

Samsung Galaxy S8 (Exynos) (dreamlte)

Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Exynos) (dream2lte)

Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Snapdragon) (dream2qlte)

Samsung Galaxy S8 (Snapdragon) (dreamqlte)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] gio510:
I accidentally deleted my OS partition while trying to root my galaxy S8+ tried installing a original rom with Odin but i get error sw rev check fail bootloader divice 12 binary 3 whats is the best way to flash a new rom?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] spawnlives:
Device 12 binary 3 means who are flashing a download firmware that what is on your phone.

You need to flash binary version 12 ( c ).

You can't downgrade binary versions.

Search on XDA for a PC app call friga to download latest firmware. Then flash with Odin.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Pafiote:
Gostaria ter a firmware oficial do Samsung Galaxy S8 + Modelo SM-G955FD
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] MykOne:
You are correct, thank you
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] burrzoo:
Check this thread out-

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3481221
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Ambush083:
I recently became interested in the Samsung Galaxy S8+ while having an iPhone 7 Plus. That interest had me pursue the best one I could, a foreign market version outside the US. I checked out eBay and found exactly what I was looking for. An unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8+, 128gb of storage, 6gb of ram and a Exynos processor. I'm located in the US, but this phone is from Korea. Finally got the phone and was able to successfully activate my phone on T-Mobile and use almost all the services available except for two things (so far). Wi-Fi Calling and Samsung Pay. Best I can tell is that I'm unable to use those two features because I'm located in the US with a US provider even though the phone was unlocked.

Is there a way to fix the issue? Perhaps loading some kind of rom / software? I did read something about changing the CSC. No idea what that is. Found a way to look mine up and it's G955NOKR1AQDC. I'm not that knowledgeable on topics like these and any assistance would be appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] drot84:
Has anyone figured out how to change the lock screen clock? (not the always-on display clock...I was able to change that one)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] running water:
Afternoon all,

Over the past few days I have noticed that my i

S8 plus will randomly vibrate. It has no notifications that I can see. Has anyone else experienced this?

Running
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] MykOne:
Go to Lock Screen and Security >>Always On Display and it will give you 6 different styles to choose on you locks screen
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] __NBH__:
I'm seriously thinking of upgrading to this phone from the Nexus 6P, do you think that is a decent upgrade?

I had a Galaxy S2 and S4 and got into flashing custom ROMs and kernels so switched to a Nexus phone because they were meant to run better with less bugs. Years ago there seemed to be many more features but to be honest Android has come a long way and includes a lot and and my battery life is no better. So I am thinking of ditching it all and just having a phone that is how it is out of the box. I was going to wait for the Pixel 2 but I know if I get that I will start flashing again!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] drot84:
I tried that before posting, but it only changed my Always On Display, not the Lock Screen. The Lock Screen is still showing the hour over the minute even though I changed the Always On Display to show a more traditional HH:MM
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] force70:
I had a 6P and loved it but the S8 is on a whole other level other than not having front speakers.

Even though you say you want to run as is id still suggest getting an exynos version because the crap snapdragon ones have a locked bootloader and will not get any development. As a nexus user its in your blood to flash lol

Root and twrp are already available for the exynos :D

sent from my S8 plus, Note 7 or S7 Edge
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Alle090:
Hello guys,

Ive got an S8 Plus lying next to me here, however its not yet open´d since I cant make up my mind if this is my correct choice. I've been ogling at the Mi MIX 18K but it dosent seem at par on the performance.

My biggest fear with the S8 is that I will have the feeling that all the extra features becomes unused and just an performance hog. For example DEX, Bixby and such.

Am I being too worried? Is the S8 + a good substitute?

p.s My current phone is a S7 Edge, I am happy with it, but I have my reasons why I want to switch.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] __NBH__:
I would love to get an exynos version but i will be upgrading through my carrier who will only have snapdragon versions.

Is there any way to block ads without root and what is the sound quality like compared to using viper4android? The other root features like substratum themes i can live without.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] WhosToBlame:
So I can't find an answer to this....

When I first got my S8+ from Verizon I was able to see a preview of text message while using the phone. Updated phone a day ago and now I can't seem to find an option to allow preview.

Any ideas?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] provaid82:
Text massage app

I have a question about SMS application.

I notice after few sending messages my send button change color from "orange" to "green" like a show on the screenshot,

and with that sanded massage also change color from "orange" to "green" . I notice across message have little info first said delivered and after the time change to read.

After one green message "send" button change color to original from "green" to "orange" and the send message change color to original from "green" to "orange".

I have Samsung S8+ from Vodafone model SM-G955F

https://www.dropbox.com/s/fq7ut94sxlunuka/Screenshot_20170424-190838.png?dl=0
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] aiem:
I have a question for those who have experienced buying S7/S7 Edge unlocked for US region. Is it true that non-carrier versions were rarely updated?

If this is true I'm seriously considering just buying from a carrier instead of having buying an unlocked phone that barely has any support from Samsung.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] hellowords:
Galaxy s8 s8+ 4K recording limit

is it still the 5 min recording limit for 4K due to heating ? which LG v10 also has??
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
Try "Block-This" for ad blocking. It creates a VPN to filter ads even inside apps. Works pretty good and the dev made the app open source recently.

Sound Quality is good. Make sure you adjust the equalizer inside Play Music. Its not quite the same level of V4A but its a decent substitue.

The Themes that are built for Samsung are pretty good and more better ones are getting created ever week. I may start a thread where people can request a theme to be created for the Samsung theme store but I have not decided yet.

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It's locked at 10 min I believe, but I think its due to storage not heat. 10 min of 4K video is a HUGE file.

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All of the models are the U version this time. They Carriers just have layered some apps over the top of them. You can disable them with Package disabler pro and not worried about it. I have not seen anything that makes getting the U model worth it on this phone. At least not yet.

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I believe this has to due with if the person you are sending the messages to has RCS

http://www.androidauthority.com/need-know-rcs-messaging-726687/
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] provaid82:
[MENTION=5264497]ShrekOpher[/MENTION] maybe you are right but if this function is enabled if have it, Should all message be like that so far i send maybe 30 SMS and only tree of them is green
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] jdubya45:
Any way to make the notification banners themed?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] gasland:
Does anyone know why Android Pay will not work?

It says that my phone has an unrooted Bootloader or it rooted.

Of course nothing is valid and I want to avoid a hard reset.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
I think it is trying let you know if the person you are texting supports rcs or not.

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Notification themes are not supported yet on Nougat.

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What model phone do you have on what carrier?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] oOBATOo:
Apologies if this has been answered I did serch the thread but no deal.

Iam after how to setup delivery reports? On the S8+ just recived mine today and missing this feature already.

Thanks in advance.

ps.UK Vodafone

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Amazing you try something and cant find it you then search on google and find this.

From a Home screen, navigate to Apps Apps icon > Samsung folder > Messages.

Note These instructions apply to Standard mode only.

Tap Menu icon Menu icon (located in the upper right).

Tap Settings.

Tap More settings.

Tap Text messages.

Tap the Delivery reports switch to turn on On indicator or off Off indicator.

Tap Back Back icon (located in the lower right).

Tap Multimedia messages.

Tap the Delivery reports switch to turn on or off.

This does the trick
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] burrzoo:
RE the tutorial you linked to:

When they refer to "Enable Quick Reply from Lockscreen (with PIN enabled)" does this also mean you will have the ability to Reply on the AOD screen? Now on my S8+ (ATT) I can reply on my lockscreen after I get rid of the AOD screen.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] rjwdon:
Hi there,

just a quick question - Will rooting the s8 stop you from being able to use Samsung Pay?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] betahelix:
Yes it will
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] valkyrina:
Navigation bar is stuck/always on

The full navigation bar is no longer disappearing when not in use. It remains as an overlay in all apps and on the home screen. I've searched for any other posts with this specific issue, and I've only found advice on customizing the navigation bar. I haven't found a setting that changes whether or not the navbar stays on or pops up.

Notes: It started this morning. I hadn't changed any settings. I noticed the change when typing in Facebook Messenger; the navbar keys were blocking my view of the messages as I was scrolling.

Thank you in advance to anyone who might share their insight on this issue.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] dfrias:
Hey everyone, for some reason my s8 automatically toggles wifi on and off whenever I turn wifi on.

Is there a way to trace what is sending the command to toggle wifi?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Kakan94:
So after I rooted my phone these security notices started to show up in my notification bar

imgur .com/jH0mC20

Anyone who knows a way to stop it from showing?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
A few things could cause this.

First make sure Smart Network Switch is turned off, also make sure Keep wifi on During Sleep is turned on. Both are in your advanced wifi settings.

The last question is do you use a fitbit. They have been known to turn both wifi and Bluetooth on and off.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Monkey Chops:
In your contacts using the default program, it assigns you a stock photo, something like a hippo or a giraffe and doesn't seem to offer any way of adding your own photo. Is there a way? Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] dfrias:
Thanks for the reply, I have smart network off and keep wifi on during sleep, I also don't own a fitbit.

What I would like to know is there a way I can see what is sending the command to toggle wifi. I've tried factory resetting, booting in safe mode, taking away permissions for all apps, etc.

Just need to find what is sending this command so i can disable it
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] The G Dept.:
Anyone got the Screen Saver working?

In "Settings > Display > Screen Saver" there should be a MORE button, but I only have a PREVIEW button.

The preview works, but the screen saver never kicks in. It should

Ok, maybe they got rid on the option to choose when to start the screen saver, but still, I have it enabled and it doesn't when it should: Charging, screen on or off.

This is the Howto for the S7
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] neckabutu:
Only showing 16Gig

i just got my S8+ yesterday. The box says S8+ 64GB.

The reality is it is only showing 16Gb with 1 Gb spare.

How could this be???
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] force70:
Where did you get it?

Are you sure its not a knock off?

Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] neckabutu:
Got it sorted.

Got it from Vodafone and then flashed non branded firm ware.

I just didn't do it properly.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] uberto.costanzo:
Hi i have a new s8+ i see is brand tim i have download from sammobile rom for s8+ csc itv i have reset an install for 2 time no brand rom but nothing is change. Why??? Please someone can help me? Thanks for reply

in folder G955FXXU1AQDD_G955FOXM1AQDD_ITV i have 5 file but in odin there is only 4 space what i do please ?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] bwalker36:
Sending Videos

I have been an iphone user since the S5. Back then i never sent videos but now I have a baby and I send videos all the time to people. Apparently everything I have tried results in a grainy unwatchable video to the recipient. Is there a messenging app that will handle videos properly without the other side needint the app. Similar to Imessage on apple. It stinks to send links through google photos that don't even show up in your message thread with that person.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
Yeah use the app system log to capture a log, but you will need to have it logging when the WiFi drop happens.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] amartell86:
Can someone please help me enable LTE bands on my s8.

I have a preproduction international version of the device and I cannot use it on Verizon because it doesn't support their bands.

I have already rooted the device, installed TWRP and a custom ROM.

I have seen videos where QPST is used but it's pretty difficult to do.

Any help would be appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] J273:
Is there anyway of having the notification banners with slide out previews pop up for apps like inbox or gmail with a preview of the email? Txts and WhatsApp I get the banners but no other apps.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] itsmyworld18200:
Type C Earphone

I have Samsung S8 plus and LETV Type C CDLA Earphones. I tried to use these Type C Earphones on my S8+, but seems the audio runs in fast mode. The audio output plays in 2x speed or more. Please someone help me as how to use Type C Earphones on S8+. I am presently using these type C Earphone on my C9 Pro without any issue. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
I can recommend an easier way to send videos for a child that also keeps them private. Do you use Google Photos to back up your pictures? Do members of your family use it? The best way is to create an album in Google Photos to upload all of your baby pictures/videos then make the album private and share a link only to the people you want to see the video. Every time you upload new content to it everyone who you shared the album with will get a notification saying new pictures were added, so they can come take a look. It let you load them in high res and keeps the files from getting passed around to all sorts of device.

If that is not an option for you the best messaging app to send picture/videos is hangouts. MMS (texts) no mater what phone you use will always degrade the quality of the video.

The reason you are just now noticing it after switch from an iPhone is that an iPhone only plays video in 720p at the best, your new phone does 2K+ so you are seeing how badly the video is degraded to send via MMS now. On your iPhone you would have barely been able to tell the difference because the screen on them is so much lower resolution already.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] uberto.costanzo:
hi please i wont debrand my s8+ i have BL AP CP CSC and HOME CSC. in odin i can flash only 4 my question is csc or home csc? thanks forse help and reply
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] uberto.costanzo:
any know reply ?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] dbizzy:
Hi just today I got this notification about this floating button that is different than the edge button. It's like the pie app menu the comes with custom roms. When you press on it it opens up this menu in the corner of the screen. The menu has shortcuts, recent apps, etc. I wasn't really paying attention to the screen when I accepted it and want to know if there is a way to get rid of it that anyone knows of?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] dbizzy:
nevermind

I figured it out. It was part of the es file explorer app.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Rcamia:
I was wondering is it possible to translate a Chinese game apk to English with a non rooted s8+? Thanks you in advance for any answers.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] lukigva:
Hi,

Is it possible to use Samsung Galaxy S8+ with Gear VR to use virtual reality from pc?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] kcsevo:
Hi, I might be asking something off from the subject thread. I was just wondering...is it possible to buy an Exynos S8 plus that I can get working on T-MO?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ShrekOpher:
Possible yes. It will be missing features though. I think there is a thread about this already.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] kcsevo:
Thank you for response. If I can't get root, then no point in buying S8 plus for me. :(

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I have the V20 but I've been waiting for Samsung to get rid of the physical home button. Long time ago, the home button turned on my screen. Then somehow I accidentally made a call to someone I really don't like and was avoiding. I ended up getting into a really big argument with that person. Hahaha.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] TokingSoldier:
S8 screen glitch

If you go to the youtube account "Dev B" you can see an example of this glitch.

Notice how on the left of the screen in this video the screen has some kind of glitch.

This is my second s8+ that had done this. It happens in most apps of the phone including samsung apps.

Is it a hardware problem?