yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
My general question was did you ever try flashing a rom that had root access while you were in edl mode?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Interceptor777:
There's been new firmware popping up for the U1 model which has DEBUG_EMERGENCY_DOWNLOAD_G950U1(rest of the firmware build idk).

People in the Hangouts group are experimenting.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mweinbach:
For people who bought the G950U1 it contains the Bixby voice update

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Does anyone who has the S8 or S8+ who is getting the new bixby update been able to install the update. It contains bixby voice but seems to be not downloading for almost every device.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
Install the apk offline and install that way I have the latest version but can't use bixby voice
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mweinbach:
did you get a bixby update?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
I am on version 1.9.38.20
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] wtf911:
I have a MetroPCS S8 that I flashed over to the G950U1 and it downloaded an update when I went and checked.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mweinbach:
did bixby voice get updated? was this from the bixby home update?

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Guys, It seems like bixby is about to roll out. Let me post the stuff I found. Give me a couple minutes.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
do u have access to the firmware?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Interceptor777:
Not currently
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
what hangouts group are you in? same as mine?? lol ive seen one person post a pic but he doesnt seem to want to share it or the full eng firmware lol

whatever happened to sharing is caring these days?? lol def. more eyes on it only increasing speed and possibility it will become useful
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
[MENTION=1113488]JUSMEJOSE[/MENTION] lol :rolleyes:

btw, I'm looking for the firmware DEBUG_EMERGENCY_DOWNLOAD_G950U1 that Interceptor777 mentioned. If I find it I'll let you know and hopefully get a hold of it and upload it to my server.

Cheers mates!:highfive:
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Interceptor777:
I'm in the one you're in, but there's also a local group where some people from around my area are trying to crack it too. I got it from there, they also posted screens of the firmware but haven;t responded when i asked more.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
oh ok, gotcha lol.. im used to real names in the HO haha.. bit yes, i hope someone shares.. i dont see the point to not share.. i wonder how/where they get these files to begin with
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unitz0mbie:
omg some good news
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drocny87:
What is the advantage flashing this firmware?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
what is the good news? lol did i miss something?

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what firmware?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drocny87:
Good news** lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bill10:
Wth is the good news?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] b3@n:
He's just responding to the posts about the emergency download firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sd_N:
Just posting this link. Don't know if anything is there. I see all combination firmware. Fixing to go thru parent directory...http://www.clangsm.com/ftpdemo/index.php?dir=Flashes/Samsung/Android/SAMSUNG FACTORY_SW/
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Thanks for sharing, but I've already crawled the site! Along with Easy Firmware, GSM-Files, GSM Firmware, ROMUP, and many Vietnamese, Indian, Persian and Chinese forums. I've even landed in some obscure and sketchy ones. Thankfully I run in a sandboxed browser!

Thanks for helping out!:highfive:

Cheers!

PS: It won't hurt to look though, I may have missed something, no one's perfect ;)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mweinbach:
Does anyone have a account at easy firmware. If so could you please DM me.

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I have a flashable version of todays G950U1 update. I will upload it later.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Please DM me so you can get it uploaded to my server!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
ur the only one who has it?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] patt2k:
Do you know if anyone uploaded the S8+ unlocked firmware XAA yet? want to update my device but with wifi calling CSC flashed I can't without odin.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] GSM CHEN:
Hangouts

I sent a picture

u check
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
DEBUG_EMERGENCY_DOWNLOAD_FA70_G950u
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] 954wrecker:
Can I please get an update on root by someone who knows the current status? Yes or No would be greatly appreciated TIA
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] BoredKender:
Current status is the same status as last month: no root on snapdragon models
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] 954wrecker:
I was hoping for the best but I expected that answer. I have a verizon s8+ on the way from samsung for $569 I guess I'll just refuse the package.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
xaa has been around lol where have u been??

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we know.. thats all weve seen is a picture lol since u wont share the file

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lol good for u.. Rome wasnt built in a day you know.....
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TechBSwift:
at the point I hope root doesn't come out. It's all about the note 8 going forward...
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] 954wrecker:
Root here would be a good sign, what you posted is the wrong attitude to have in this situation. No root for S8 is not a good sign for the note 8.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Note 8 will be no different for the snapdragon version.

Sent from my S8+ exynos , S7 Edge exynos or S6
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] patt2k:
This is what I meant

http://www.droid-life.com/2017/06/12/unlocked-verizon-galaxy-s8-updates/

There is new update also for unlocked fw.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
How about instead of talking about being the only person who has it and telling others to give up...upload it for others.

I'll put it up on my server for free public access. Otherwise you are being rather unhelpful and just cluttering up the thread with useless negative attitude posts.

If you'd like to help us out, DM me and I'll give you the link to upload to my server. Otherwise, please only speak of positive things.

Cheers
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] meathammer386:
he should be banned
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TechBSwift:
Well my statement has nothing to do with attitude... As a programmer I'm.aware it's either going to happen or not. I also know that if an exploit is found now, it will be closed by the the time the note 8drops. Therefore I would rather see the exploit get burned when both devices can potentially profit.

You are right it may or may not happen on other, but I would love to see it happen for both devices
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
I honestly doubt Chen has it. Anyone can rename a file and post a screenshot.

Either that or is trying to do it all himself for the glitz being a new member and all. However it's a rather selfish way to do it. And may get you props by the base community here, but the dev community as a whole will look down on you and neglect to help you much for anything after it
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] patt2k:
Ok I found the newest firmware. Simply adding the AP file is good enough to do update? for those who want this is the XAA from yesterday : http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=DC5018FA508F11E7963AFA163EE8F90B
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TechBSwift:
My experience, every time someone shows something and doesn't share, especially without POC. They have Jack s........
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
Just like the guy that had an eng boot with root, but couldn't get it to flash on a consumer bootloader. Even had a screenshot. Told [MENTION=3812611]elliwigy[/MENTION] he would get him the file soon. Never heard a thing again
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
If you have it why not post it?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drocny87:
what is the advantage to having this file if you dont mind me asking?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
we dont know because no one besides one person has access to it lol.. even if he cant figure something out with it others might if given the opportunity
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Lol, [MENTION=1113488]JUSMEJOSE[/MENTION]

He said he had it, he's full of it. He probably had exactly where we have an claimed it did more, but when he realized that we have it and exploited it he bailed. He hasn't been online for a while, probably I a different account sulking around under a new identity. He probably realized the files were useless when he said "these files are for Samsung reps only, I probably shouldn't upload them". Right after "I can't upload them because I'm moving", when they are literally about 40 or less MB. Unless he found a full rooted and signed ROM, which is highly unlikely.

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Based off my current findings, the file he has is a renamed one. I've been on all reputable ROM sites and even went through paid ones. They have nothing, and I doubt he actually has anything as he won't upload, only screenshot, which can easily be edited.

None the less, I march on and keep searching.

Thanks to all, for all you do. Keep the sharing going, don't leave anyone in the dark for any information found.

Cheers!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Skyrocket2Paradise:
We're you able to update without wiping?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] gqukyo:
Dunno about flashing the AP through Odin but downloading the Updato file and letting smart switch download the same update, the size appears to be the same and when smart switch updated my phone, it didn't wipe anything.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] EclipzeRemix:
lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
Then I realized Chen is the same guy that told me a couple days ago that he was in edl with the debug files and nothing worked. Said he tried to modify, then flash a stock non rooted firmware and it didn't give root. Like hello... Of course flashing a stock rom Wont give root. Then never responded to me when I asked if they even tried to flash a rooted rom from edl.

This [MENTION=8296988]GSM CHEN[/MENTION] Guy is 200% full of crap

Look at his reply to my post. It doesn't even make sense
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Skyrocket2Paradise:
I was not aware smart switch can download and install updates
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] patt2k:
I needed to wipe. But I was running the Verizon wifi calling files so this could be why.

I'd like to have it working and update but not sure how since it removes the update button when flashing wifi calling.

I really wish there will be a fix for wifi calling . Sometime even on Verizon I have no service and wifi calling helps.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
EDL 9008 is just Xiaomi's open developer port that requires a deep flash cable. Though EDL is theoretically on our devices because they are Qualcomm, they will require more than what he said. I'm ordering a z3x box (eventually an Octoplus after money recovery). I'll see what I can do. Hell, I'll buy the Xiaomi deep flash cable and see if it actually works. Ill report back once it arrives.

Cheers!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] gqukyo:
I wasn't aware at first either until someone told me. I thought it was only for backup and to switch phones. It's works fine for updates, even carrier updates.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
he actually is not lol.. i have the eng root file he shared with me and it is legit but so far no way to boot after flashing it since our devices are user and the boot is eng..

i do not have the debug firmware yet but it is looking promising.. so what i am trying to say is that he is legit and does have the files so just be patient and if/when something is achieved you will b notified

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z3x doesnt have the debug files.. they only have stock and combo firms.. and i do not think it will require anything more than a usb cable, but what do i kno lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
If you and him have the files, why not upload what you have for us?

Also, z3x may not have the debug but it comes with plenty of other tools to aid. Plus if they do find anything they update the box for users to access the findings. They have been rather generous with not requiring server tokens for their stuff.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
He said he was in edl mode. It doesn't matter what bootloader you have in edl mode as edl bypasses bootloader. So you could flash whatever from edl. That's where I call bs
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
I'll see if I can get into this EDL he speaks of. Like I said, theoretically it's there. Qualcomm devices start with with, most manufactures close the port though. Xiaomi is the only majority more company for leaving it open. Port 9008 Deep Flash Mode. Not sure how he says he couldn't do anything, because you're literally running in a upper most root ability basically. Flash away, it should work.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
You need a cable to get into edl correct?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Yeah, there's a deep flash cable with a switch on it. Search "Xiaomi Deep Flash 9008 cable" or some combination of that.

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While looking at phone boxes (z3x, Octoplus, NIC, etc...) I stumbled across Chimera Tool. They calim to have root our device. Not sure how trustworthy they are, but here's the screenshot. Or just look up chimera tool and look through supported models yourself and look at what they can do for each model.

(Image hidden because it's fekkin huge)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
I bought one, something useful to have for $12.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Awesome, I'll be ordering one to go with the z3x box. Keep us updated if you manage to get anywhere with it. I'll do the same.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
Will do
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TheBigEasy88:
I bought one yesterday. Stumbled upon the site probably the same way you did. Did you try the software? I'm currently @ work, w/ no access to be able to download the current firmware, so I was afraid to keep going. I need my phone for the ride home or take the chance of Mr. Policeman hitting up my window. Waze app is my friend. :o
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
Do you know what makes it different than a regular cable? I believe it's just a resistor across one of the pins to change current, but I'd like to know which and what the resistance is. And ill just make one. Have a bunch of cables and resistors already laying out in front of me for my current ambilight project as is.

Should be done with it here in a bit and was going to start on the edl trials. Also have to modify an eng boot to have rw on the system really quick.

Honestly though, from edl you should just be able to flash TWRP to skip that stuff and have a system less root, for those that want to maintain Samsung pay. That I've never done personally though
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
You can make your own with USB type c cable and some copper wire. There are diy articles on the web. Better off just buying one though. BECAUSE it cost more for USB type-c cable by itself then just buying it already done.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
I have adapters for usb type C that I can just connect to the end of a regular cable. But the serial cable has to match the specs for Samsung. . So I'd have to find a how to for this. I'll take a look here in a bit
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Different current and extra pin I believe. Kinda like a jig, but with power to it. Some have switches built in to go between regular and EDL currents. I could be completely wrong, but that's my understanding.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
Apparently its just connecting a data wire to ground with a certain amount of resistance. This tutorial uses a rolled length of copper wire, but I'll use a resistor. Haven't looked fully yet, just sharing so others could make if wanted

Edit: Just switch data 4 and ground order during boot**

http://xiaomitips.com/guide/miui-deep-flash-engineering-cable-solution-to-non-edl-device/
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Thanks for the share and info. Maybe Samsung uses their own style of getting into a special mode. If you're going to make custom cables, try messing with stuff to maybe hist a sweet spot. Not sure what else you could really do though, but honestly anything is more than where we're at.

Report back! :highfive:

Cheers!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
From the short research I did before it started storming and I had to run around my yard picking up things the wind blew, it seems that generally, the cable for edl mode is pretty universal as it is an implementation of Qualcomm and not of Samsung specifically. And there are no reports of carriers being able to disable the feature as it has to do with communication between the phone and computer on a more privileged level than carriers care to access.

Because to do this, you of course need an edl cable. So it's not like you would start your custom rom thread with, ok, everyone cut up a cable and do weird stuff to get root. Most basic users wouldn't do this.

Not like the old days where you were required to pull the back off your phone and short 2 pins and possibly brick your phone forever haha. The community has grown substantially, and i think the main worry of carriers/manufacturers is stopping the masses from being able to take advantage of things like unrestricted tether, modifying apps to get free things, and others a long the lines of "code of conduct"

I JUST REALIZED HOW LONG MY POST IS

whoops

*TL-DR *- This is at least a step closer to obtaining root, regardless how it is done. As the dedicated modding community will still do it
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Awesome findings. Keep us updated with your work. I'll buy the EDL cable when I buy a box. Which by the way, since I haven't ordered yet, anyone have recommendations on which one I should get? Like which one will be more beneficial for this situation? z3x? Octoplus? I will get Samsung activation either way. I know neither have the debug files on their servers yet, but they have plenty of other options and tools to continue development.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] meathammer386:
nice
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bill10:
Have no idea what a deep flash cable has anything to do with root lol but whatever. Good luck guys!!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Maltego:
Deep flash mode (EDL) bypasses bootloader restrictions. It's part of Qualcomm devices, so we're trying to access it. Technically it'd be a give all if access properly. It's a longshot, but it's something.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] billydroid:
I figured as much. Was going to worry about that when I got it if you find anything please post it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
To build on what [MENTION=5860406]Maltego[/MENTION] said, it bypasses bootloader lock. And makes you able to flash a rom/firmware that isn't signed by the carrier/manufacturer. Allowing you to flash your own with system write access and root.

Or really flash whatever you want. As you can make it act as a com port on the computer. At that point you can literally flash whatever. Like the firmware from a digital camera if you really wanted. It won't work, but just using an example

Also, just finished eating. Putting this Mosfet in my ambilight then working on the edl cable/modifying a stock firmware/hoping it works, and doesn't ruin my phone ?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bill10:
Thanks for the informative description and good luck
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Heavenly_Abyss2016:
Is this even legitimate? Sounds too good to be true.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] suzook:
Shot in the dark, but hey, anything is possible.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Acoustichayes:
As far as edl mode, It is legitimate yes. The only downside though, if we are able to achieve root this way, is that anyone wanting to root would have to make their own edl cable. Which isn't that hard to do tbh.

But you would also have to get a serial writing software to do it. Which are normally only a free trial. But we're testing it out and working on it tonight to see. I'm either going to be responding at 4am with I bricked my device and fried the type C port, or with were making progress haha
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] buttsak:
Promising news. Good luck guys :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] djhotsauce:
try on a laptop thats what i used when i was trying.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
What errors did you get? or did you stop short of actually buying it?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TimelessPWN:
On my laptop i don't get any errors, but didn't try to purchase from here yet, he has tried 10 cards and the site keeps declining them saying they aren't accepted

error: this transaction does not support the bank card payment
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
im thinkin because its a foreign site and its trying to take ¥ or maybe their bank accounts are formatted differently lol who knows
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] ashyx:
All I can say is it was Prince Comsey who provided the eng boot. His server has access to almost all of the available eng boots and combination firmware.

If it was available I'm sure it would be available from his website.

He also has the same combination firmware as hosted on Romup.

http://gsm-firmware.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=7529
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] djhotsauce:
they didnt accept my bank. i tried all 5 options they had.

some of them didnt had USA but had US Virgin Island. so i couldnt even put a billing address. i tried BOA (1 debit 2 credit),CHASE (1 debit 2 credit),CAPITAL ONE (3 credit) &

a Amex.

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this is the first time ive had an issue with a company not accepting my bank.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
lol sorry in advance to those who paid for it on other sites haha