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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tjsooley:
Here is what I did.

Used modified ODIN

flashed all the files for u1 in the proper slots

Did not use Home_CSC home csc files are for modifying existing firmware not flashing to new firmware.

there was no userdata firmware.

and yes I do get updates

Wifi calling also works so does VOLTE

Edit the CSC firmware I am using is TMB
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Duke StiFler:
If I update my galaxy S8+ to the latest firmware via Odin what's the consequences after all. Cause I still have the firmware since the launch date (April). Will I be able to get update when they have available after I get the latest firmware via Odin.. Please let me know
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tjsooley:
I flashed a tmobile to u1 and have no issues.

Knox is not void and I still get updates.

I am on the newest U1 firmware from august
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Duke StiFler:
U sure? Do u still can use Secure Folder and other other stuff inside Knox?

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Cause mime is AQC9 baseband version stince the launc date and i tried to update it. It keep saying debice is up to date thats why i wanna do it via Odin..Just to make sure if everything will be alrighg after that and to receive future update
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tjsooley:
yep 100%. as long as everything is U1 you cannot mix basebands or csc or home or anything.

and yes secure folder is there and functions fine
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Duke StiFler:
What if i dont flash it to U1 ...Can i just flash the lastest baseband with Odin without any worries?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tjsooley:
Dont know.

All I wanted was Stock samsung with updates so I flashed U1.

I am not an expert on ODIN. This is my first samsung device sense the galaxy s2
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Duke StiFler:
U are using a s8??
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tjsooley:
S8 Plus
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] HankStorm:
Curious what everyone is doing - setting the new phone up from scratch or using the data transfer to move everything over from your old phone? I'm on the fence. Kind of want to start fresh but not looking forward to reconfiguring apps and manually moving over the data I want to keep on my new XL. There's some things like pictures and videos I don't want or need to bring over.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] ollie6286:
I transferred from my Nexus 6P
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] clapper66:
I did a backup restore of my pixel xl. It installed all the same apps in the same places in my launcher and I was able to transfer all my text messages over.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] atan420:
Not sure why you'd want a fresh start... won't make any difference. All you'd be doing with a fresh start is manually doing what the transfer would do...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bkdodger:
I tried the data transfer from Moto Z Play but didn't work out kept disconnecting on the Moto side.. Restored from Google app ...

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] ScottIsMyName:
I used the data transfer tool but text messages were severly screwed up so I used a seperate app for that (SMS backup and restore). That worked perfectly. All my apps were transferred over, along with app data for apps that actually are programmed to backup their app data to google drive. Unfortunately not that many apps do that, so I still had to configure a bunch of apps. Titanium Backup has spoiled me rotten and not having root really sucks right now :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] dmarden:
The only thing that was missed in my transfer were wifi networks... of 23 saved networks, only 3 were restored. No idea why, major pain in the butt.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bsweetness:
Did a data transfer from my Pixel XL. Went very smoothly. Some app data transferred over, allowing apps to boot right up without needing to sign into them again while some didn't. All of my texts, wi-fi networks, and call history appear to be intact.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] doulc:
Today I tried to see the phone app is at which directory ex: "system/app/phone.apk"

So I use bkdisabler to check, I search for the word "phone" and disabled all, the phone app icon is still there. It was ok until I click on the dialpad and the phone reboot :crying:

now it's in bootloop and the phone heated up

I have not rooting my phone because it is still under warranty. But I guess there is no other option if I want to keep my data with me I have to use the help of twrp

I have experience of using twrp navigate to directory etc.

Please help me what should I delete or do to unfreeze the things bkdisabler has done?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] doulc:
my frp lock is still on help me!!!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] GrippingSphere:
If you can go to download mode, flash the official stock firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] doulc:
I want to keep my data bro
[OnePlus 5 Questions & Answers] Chonuza:
When I connect my OP5 to my car stereo or my Airpods, everytime I get a notification I can BARELY hear it, does this happen for anyone else too?

Is there any way to fix it?
[OnePlus 5 Questions & Answers] Sinaptik:
I'm not using car Bluetooth so I can't respond.

But a potential way to fix it could be using Viper4Android or similar, you can configure different settings for speaker, heardset and Bluetooth.

So you could increase master volume gain on Bluetooth part to solve this issue.
[OnePlus 5 Questions & Answers] Chonuza:
Do I have to be rooted to install it?
[OnePlus 5 Questions & Answers] Sinaptik:
For V4A, yes you'll need to be rooted but as you may know, OP5 is root-friendly. [emoji6]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] a.demarco:
To preface this, here comes a wall of text.

I have evolved from not knowing how to even use a Galaxy S3, to being able to unlock/root/flash/repair my previous Nexus 6, all thanks to the members here, so thanks for all the help, and for reading this!

I am a construction worker by trade, so my phones need to be able to hold up to water, dust, and drops, which means I always have a case on it, and most of the time a screen protector. I do my best to keep them safe, but it doesn't always work out that way. My S4 broke 2 days after I bought it because it dropped on a concrete floor, and my first Nexus 6 fell out of my pocket from 30 stories up when I was in a safety harness hanging off the side of a highrise skeleton. This phone seems to be built pretty well, and feels good in my catcher's mitt-sized hands. I am having a little trouble typing in portait mode, but I am just attributing that to a different size screen and keyboard location relative to the way I hold the phone. I put an Otterbox Defender on it, but haven't decided whether I want a screen protector or not.

Speaking of that, the screen is decent. It isn't great by any means in my opinion, and toggling the Vivid Color setting on and off makes it go from meh to ok. I am not looking for Samsung-esque saturation, but I will echo what has been said about the colors seeming washed out. I am also having a bit of touch response issues, where I have to tap on the same thing multiple times to get it to respond and do what I am asking. Hopefully it is just me not being dexterous enough with my inputs, and not the phone itself. This is why I am unsure about the screen protector, since I think that might make things worse. Also, I have noticed that when backing out from a settings menu, my weather app opens, even though I haven't tapped on the weather.

I turned off the squeeze for Google Assistant already, and the always-on display since this phone will spend a lot of time in my pocket and I am extremely active all day, so I don't want them constantly turning on and wasting battery, or activating and me not knowing it.

I watched some YT videos of music/soundtracks I like, to see if the dual speakers really made a difference, and while it does sound good, to my untrained ears it didn't really sound all too different.

I took a few pictures of my kids and my dog, and they do look fantastic for sure. That is definitely an improvement over my Nexus 6.

To be honest, I am a little disappointed.

Maybe some of you more knowledgable members can shed some light on how I can fix these issues, if it is at all possible?

Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Pain-N-Panic:
My previous phones include the Nexus 5, Nexus 6p and now the Pixel XL (I will not be getting the pixel 2 XL.)

I can't comment much on the screen response as I've never experienced the issue on any of the aforementioned devices.

As far as a screen protector, I don't use them. The glass technology used on premium smartphones has come a long way. They're pretty difficult to scratch. However, taking into consideration your line of work, it may not be a bad idea.

In my honest opinion, all previous Nexus/pixel devices have had washed out displays. Especially coming from a Samsung Galaxy which is notorious for saturated and vibrant colors, you're definitely going to notice it.

To combat the color issue on the 6p, I flashed ElementalX kernel and used the EX kernel manager to turn up the color saturation by about 15%. It made a world of difference and the display was much more pleasurable to view. Maybe give a custom kernel with optimized saturation/hue settings a try.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jj3699:
Thank you for the review!

I went into a Verizon store two days ago as was extremely underwhelmed by the Just Black Pixel 2 XL, particularly due to hardware. I was kind of expecting Nexus 6P or HTC level build quality/ in hand feel.

I have been doing my best to talk myself back into liking and wanting a 2 XL; basically repeating to myself what Dieter from the Verge said in his Pixel 2 review " The Pixel 2 and 2 XL are not the nice dining room table where you lay out the fancy silverware for your guests, they are the kitchen counter where you actually eat."

"A lot of phones are designed for one thing above all else, to give you a dazzling first impression. The Pixel 2 does not go in for all that. In fact the first hardware impression is not going to blow your hair back, but then you start to use it and you notice those little things and the software is fast and helps you be more productive."

In my mind he is saying "the hardware is average, but the software makes up for that and makes the Pixel 2 XL a great device in-spite of it lackluster hardware."

So your comment of "To be honest, I am a little disappointed."

Really hit home for me! Being brutally honest with us; what exactly is causing you to be a bit disappointed with your new Pixel?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] a.demarco:
I got to use it a good amount last night and this morning, and I would say the thing that bothers me most is that it isn't leaps and bounds better in every way than my 3-year old Nexus 6, aside from the camera.

I am still having the touch response issues, and the constant opening of the weather is bothering me. It seems like there are software bugs that need to be worked out for sure.

The screen is bothering me more and more. It looks like there is a film over it that you just can't get off.

It might be going back, which sucks, because I don't know what else to get.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jj3699:
a.demarco, did you get your 2 XL from a Verizon store or from Google?

It might be that you just got a bad phone and hopefully they can switch it out for you.

I am in similar boat, as to I am unsure what else to get.

I feel like the 2 XL is one of best options out there, but I do not really want that option lol.

I am going to head to Verizon store later today to see if I like the LG V30 hardware and if I do I might end up getting that and running the Pixel launcher on it.

Very similar to what was done on this video.

https://youtu.be/cDC2amW1vlU
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] a.demarco:
Preorder from Verizon... The software glitches are driving me nuts. Every time I leave the Settings menu by pressing the back button, it opens up the weather. I am still having to tap on something multiple times to get it to respond as well. Have done 2 factory resets already, and nothing has changed.

I really don't want the S8+ or the Note8...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jj3699:
Yes, I would definitely be talking that bad boy right back to the Verizon store and asking them if they can swap it out!

Same, I can definitely do without any Samsung products lol!

So I am thinking V30 or Essential phone; but at the same time I really do not want those either haha... man I wish HTC had their stuff together and was making phones like they did back in Droid Incredible days!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Elnrik:
http://bgr.com/2017/10/19/google-pixel-2-xl-review-vs-iphone-x-comparison/

So, it's been quite a long time since I've visited BGR. I stopped reading after one of the site reformats long ago, as the new layout was unappealing and I hated all the new clickbait ads. I came across this article on a generic Google search of the P2XL. Once I read the title of his 'review' - "Google can’t make a good phone and it’s embarrassing" - I thought to myself "Well, that's a good way to draw my attention". Especially given the mostly good reviews I've read so far. Looking forward to a productive counter perspective, I read the article. I will say, it is certainly a different perspective. It is also piss poor journalism.

I often value criticism about products, especially from any news site bold enough to do so (lest they be ostracized by OEMs, or even threatened by lawsuits for bad reviews - as happens regularly in the hi-fi/high end audio world). Despite the URL link containing "google-2-xl-review-vs-iphone-x-comparison", and even the title of the article, he's not really doing a review of the Pixel 2 XL here. Hell, it's even a country mile from being a comparison. It is just a rant about how Jon hates Android and round corners.

If you're going to write an article and call something trash, you need to back up your opinion.** Explain WHY you think what you do. With facts. Leave subjectivity out of it. Your rant about round corners on the P2XL makes little sense, for example, given your site's heaping praise of the iPhoneX.

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Look at all those round corners...

If the sole reason the P2XL sucks is because certain things are done better by an iPhone, then I'll argue that the inverse is also true. The iPhone sucks because Android phones do things better too. It's circular reasoning about very subjective points, and is basically meaningless.

I really hope your articles improve Jon. I don't mind opinion pieces, but don't be a sophist and mislead readers by calling this a review or comparison. Back up your opinion with more logic and less venom. As Editor-in-chief you should demand better of yourself.**

Cheers.

** Well, you do if you expect anyone to take you seriously, anyway.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] imnuts:
I stopped looking at anything from BGR because everything is biased, incorrect, poorly written, or some combination of those 3. Add in their click bait headings and I'm surprised anyone visits anymore, but then I remember the current administration in DC and realize the type of people that are probably keeping the site alive.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Parvinder25:
Even I read that article from bgr. The title made me read through it and it totally sounded a frustrated and biased review. To hold ground for readers, author mentions at start that he's been using Android for over 10 years. It is clearly one sided rant and made me skip future articles from bgr. Total nonsense.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] murso74:
If you really want to travel down the rabbit hole, read BGRs comments. It's the same 5 mouth breathers trying to put insult each other. Creepy
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dratsablive:
Are you really using an IPhone commenting on an article about the Pixel 2 on XDA Developer?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] tarroyo:
The article is trash, Most if not all reviews are after spending a week to 5 days with the device BGR is not that. Why would they even review if there not fans of Android? They only have negative things to say.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] jasbur17:
I quit their site years ago. I'd like to see what they said, but I won't give them the click.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AndreaCristiano:
BGR has biases all over and they suck as a site. They also do political commentary which no one cares about. You’re a tech site. Review and speak tech unbiased and that’s that. They suck and that’s why no one listens anymore
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Parvinder25:
What's wrong in that? Did I offend you or other Android users? iPhone 7 plus is my current phone and I'm waiting for my pixel 2 xl. Till I get mine, I'll use what I have. How does it make a difference where I comment and with what device?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] dratsablive:
Not at all, I thought I had included a wink ;), but I guess I didn't
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] Parvinder25:
Cheers.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mrhumble1:
THIS.

BGR articles show up in the Google News and Weather app and I refuse to even click on them. I gave them up years ago because of stuff like this. The site does not deserve any clicks. It should re-brand itself as an Apple fan site and then it'll at least be a little more honest about its intentions and purpose.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] YoungSkeezy:
On the topic of crapping all over the pixel, did y'all see JerryRigEverything's durability test? Like, bro, stop crapping on the Pixel's 'lack of features' and stick to durability.

I'm loving this phone so far. Coming from Note 8, really digging it overall!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] imnuts:
I told Google to stop showing me articles from them, now I don't worry about accidentally clocking in it anymore.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] mac796:
Pretty much like the mainstream media these days all fake news
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AndreaCristiano:
Bro don’t let them get to you. Some on here are fanboys and can’t see beyond their androids.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] SlimJ87D:
And some people don't bother reading the whole thread whenever they're respond...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] xocomaox:
The comments on BGR are almost as bad as the PhoneArena comments...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] seanpat05:
BGR is a trash website. A lot of their "articles" contain one sentence of actual information, and three paragraphs of filler content. And their headlines are by far the worst click bait I've ever seen.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Guides, News, & Discussion] AndreaCristiano:
Oh I read it doesn’t mean it’s not true. Around here people bash iPhone people all the time. As a person who changes it up every few phones from android to iPhone and back. I appreciate both and what they bring. Yet people have aligned themselves with one or the other like its a religion and bash the other. It’s the most ridiculous thing.
[G4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] d3ve:
Hi guys,

Help me please unbrick my LG G4

I have a H818P International with Qualcomm MSM8994

So i'm planning to use QFIL,

I have FireHose programmer mbn file but

I need rawprogram0.xml and patch0.xml
[LeEco Le 2 Questions & Answers] sparsh_iris:
Everything is lost, the phone is rooted,unlocked and has xposed module installed.

I have tried recovering the imei number by IMEI & SN WRITER but no success most probably its the port fault

The qualcom HS-USB Android DIAG 901D not showing and i have some other ports lined up.

Please Help

There is no data on the phone.
[LeEco Le 2 Questions & Answers] Da-Fied:
i have the same problem :(

gives a solution for this?
[LeEco Le 2 Questions & Answers] JamBax:
Did you try to boot in fastboot and send those commands to the phone:

fastboot erase modemst1

fastboot erase modemst2

[MENTION=7379402]sparsh_iris[/MENTION] [MENTION=7779543]Da-Fied[/MENTION]
[LeEco Le 2 Questions & Answers] sparsh_iris:
Already tried doing that,

Didn't work.
[LeEco Le 2 Questions & Answers] Da-Fied:
I have found a solution :)

Install the Rom S2_X520-CN-FN-IEXCNFN5902303111S-5.9.023S

... I have the x527 version ... it works with this version .... then flash a rom you like :)

https://devs-lab.com/download-letv-official-stock-rom.html (Le 2 (Qualcomm) Stock ROM)
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] knchee:
Dear All,

I need an urgent help on Kaiser Internet Sharing. I searched this forum and can not find similar problem like mine posted. If my similar problem and solution had been posted before please kindly point me to the thread. Thanks.

My problem: - Internet Sharing freezes my Kaiser.

These were what I did: -

(1) I turned off all other network access on my laptop e.g. WIFI, LAN.

(2) On my PDA I tried both enable and disable the Settings>Connections>USB to PC>"Enable advanced network functionality" (Both worked)

(3) I plugged the USB cable to the laptop and let the syn completed. (I also tried disabling the syn via USB)

(4) Then I went to Programs>Internet Sharing clicked "Connect" at the lower left conner of my PDA. My PDA immediately logging into the cellular network and once it was logged in the "Connect" changed to "Disconnect" and status changed to Connected.

(5) I am able the surf the Net.

What happen leading to my problem: -

(1) After I am done with the surfing, I tried to disconnect by clicking the "Disconnect".

(2) My PDA immediately disconnect from the cellular network.

My Problem: -

(1) Nothing happened after the above. The status still showed "Connected". Even after long wait and repeatedly clicking the "Disconnect" at the lower left corner.

(2) I turned the "Internet Sharing" screen off and tried to click on the "Internet Sharing" icon in the Programs menu again tried to revive, no respond. The icon turned faded.

(3) I unplugged the USB cable. In a while, my Phone button not responding.

(4) I turned off the PDA and turned back on. The Today Screen appaered but freezed. Even I do not turn of the PDA, my PDA not responding to the incoming calls.

(5) From here on, the PDA just not responding to any input, including all button pressed and all screen taps.

(6) The only way was to pull the battery and let it to reboot.

I read threads in this forum that Kaiser Internet Sharing worked like a charm. Have done anything wrong for these to happen??

Thanks in advance.

Oswald