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[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
Just as an FYI, I did try this. I had the T-Mobile firmware on my Verizon S9+, so I put in my Verizon SIM, did a factory reset, then ODIN'd to this new firmware, but it still has the XAA/XAA/VZW software version and none of the Verizon-specific features work :(

Looks like I need to wait for the Verizon userdata. Any idea if I can flash just that without wiping my data?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bassman418:
Now do you think the user data is what will do it or do you need the PIT file and flash it to do it?

I know I was flashing a leaked OREO update onto an old S7 edge I had and inadvertently turned it into a ATT model. Even the bootloader said the phone was a G935A , no longer a G935V. I tried to flash stock verizon firmware tonite and it kept failing. Finally clicked repartitioned and inserted the verizon PIT file and it went back to Verizon software and the phone is now recognized as a G935V.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
I know the pit file is a file that describes the partitions on your phone for Odin, and it is stored inside the bootloader. But wouldn't that be inside the CSC file? I have the unlocked S9+ and when I flashed carrier firmware, all parts including userdata, my phone was showing BST/BST/XAA. Like it didn't convert completely..
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
It's my understanding that the last code in that will never change, and shows what hardware version you actually have.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Yeah
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jdawg334:
I am on the G965U1 unlocked with original firmware 1ARBG. If I flashed verizon firmware would future updates come from verizon or samsung? Would I flash the ARBG or the new update from verizon?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
All of the updates technically come from Samsung. If you flash to the lastest Verizon image, you will be on the v2 bootloader and not aboe to fpash back, at oeast currently. If you foash to the Verizon firmware, you will get Samsung's updates for the Verizon U firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
Do you know where I can download the v2 Verizon firmware? I want to put my Verizon S9+ back to stock (currently on T-Mobile firmware).
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Anyone know where I can get the Odin files for this software update, which includes user data? I will also need SPR pit file. https://community.boostmobile.com/t...-Samsung-Galaxy-S9-G956U-06-05-2018/m-p/57109
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
More than likely, updato. In order to convert sucessfully though, you need to flash to U1 first, which is on the v1 bootloader still. If your T-Mobile firmware has the v2 bootloader, then you are stuck with that until the U1 firmware comes out with a firmware with the v2 bootloader.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bassman418:
https://androidfilehost.com/?w=search&s=G965USQU2ARE6
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
I don't see anything Verizon branded though. That's exactly what I already tried flashing. I put in a Verizon SIM card, did a factory reset, then flashed the above images via ODIN but it's still XAA/XAA/VZW.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Same with me it doesn't have a specific carrier user data. But I heard even though it had it, the user data itself wouldn't be enough to convert the phone completely. Idk though, I'm just waiting for U1 to be updated to V2 bootloader, so I can flash Sprint/Boost Mobile firmware fresh and see what happens in my case.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] bassman418:
Found this, give it a read. Now I think they were referencing the S8 and S8+ , but it would most likely be the same. (Procedure wise, of course with the correct firmware for the G965U)

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/switch-to-carrier-firmware-100-t3609487
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
I've tried using the SamFirm app latest version but I get

"Error: Could not send BinaryInform. Status code 200/400

Request was invalid. Are you sure the input data is correct?"

It shows latest ARE6 for a couple seconds then shows ARBG, which is odd. Anyone know what could possibly be causing this?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] kevindevonwilliams:
You need to set SamFirm to manual and input the information
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] kevindevonwilliams:
Verizon Userdata is available with the firmware, you would need to use Samfirm and manually input the information..
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
Hmmm, I get the same problem as the other guy.

Edit: I didn't see your CSC was different. I changed it to UOYN2 and now it's downloading :)
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] kevindevonwilliams:
Your CSC field has the wrong information, its suppose to be G965UOYN2ARE6 then you would find the update
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Or can download from here:

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=890278863836290164
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
That has the user data files? My problem is the files I've seen so far don't contain the Verizon specific userdata so I can get access to volte and wifi calling
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
That has Verizon Userdata mate.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
Looks to be identical to what I downloaded with SamFirm, but good to know it's now uploaded. Flashing now!
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Tried it, but still not working for me when I set it manual and use SPR for region. Can you download the SPR version and please upload it, then link me.

https://ibb.co/kvkjQ8
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] kevindevonwilliams:
Sprint version isn't available as yet, give it some days
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
I'm trying to update my TMO S9+ to something newer than the shipped version, to fix some quirks.

I downloaded the earlier linked updates, G965USQU2ARE6 (ODIN) and G965USQU2ARE6-to-U2ARF2. Can they be flashed without altering my TMO userdata that's already on the phone? I see AP/BL/CP/CSC in the ODIN zip, so it's missing HOME_CSC and USERDATA. Will that cause any issues? I'm not looking to change carriers.

-Edit-

Think I figured it out. I grabbed the AP, BL, and CP files from the ODIN archive, and then the HOME_CSC from the non-ODIN archive. If I flash those four files, I should be on ARE6 w/ functional TMO features such as WiFi Calling. Correct?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
If your already on a full TMobile version, flashing the Odin update shouldn't give you any problems. ATT hasn't updated for 2ARE6 yet, but I upgraded via Odin, it didn't wipe my device. I have WiFi calling. Can't seem to figure out if I have Volte enabled, I can't find the setting.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
Did you check the dialer settings menu? There are 3 dots at the end of the search bar that give you a few options when tapped. Check in the settings.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
Thanks. I took a shot at it last night, and I'm all up to date on June 2018 patch level. WiFi Calling connected, but I won't be able to truly test it until I get in my office deadzone this morning.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] geoff5093:
If I'm on the T-Mobile ARE6 firmware, would I be able to flash the Verizon ARE6 firmware with the VZW CSC and VZW USERDATA files to get back to stock Verizon? Or do I need to wait for the unlocked model to come out and flash that first?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jdawg334:
If this can be done across different carriers what would happen if an unlocked phone flashed the update without the userdata?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
I never use the Userdata , i odin Home csc and the other 3 tar files and everything flashes correctly and doesn't wipe my Data on my AT&T Note 8. Same for my AT&T S9 Plus.

Edit: I'm on AT&T carrier, so mines is not unlocked.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Also on 2ARF2 June patch haven't had no issues at all.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
There is nothing about VOLTE or "HD voice".

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Not a clue.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
I see there's a new U2ARF4 OTA file update from U2ARE6, I'm wondering if I should reflash U2ARE6 and use the OTA update zip file U2ARF4. However, the U2ARF2 was 600mb, does it have more fixes compared to the U2ARF4 100mb file?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Do not flash it's old based from ARBI. U2ARF2 is newer on systems app.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Ok thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
am i the only one stayin on rev1? haha

im still tryna root this bad boy
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
If you mean bootloader 1 the answer is no mate I'm on Newest Firmware 2ARF2 June Patch.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] elliwigy:
nice background :) lol
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Tekken Lord:
Hi, how do we update from G965USQU2ARE6-to-U2ARF2? Currently on ARE6.

TIA
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Right here mate: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746163614322268993

Drop zip in sdcard then go to recovery and apply update from sdcard in recovery.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] hedgehogmd:
I have a G965U1 and followed what you did and no problems updated fine. now when i updated to U2ARF2 it did wipe my data but then it restored my backup data when i signed in.. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
No major issues for me on the leaked June OTA. Only small issue was getting a failed MMS, which then crashed the Messages app until I deleted that thread.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] chrisrodsa210:
The 2ARF2 Firmware isn't certified or passing safety net.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
Just noticed that myself. Not a huge deal for me at the moment, since my idle battery drain has dropped from 3%/hr to 1.5%, with no changes to my installed apps.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Yes i know that i don't use Google pay or any other app that requires safetynet, Samsung Pay works with no issues so no need for safetynet on my end .
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] chrisrodsa210:
Not the case for me, reverting back to the earlier firmware and I still can't add my card. I think I flipped a switch at my bank, and now won't let me add my card on anything. But I was still able to add it to my Huawei watch 2 Sport.

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Yeah that's what it was, my phone was red flagged by my bank. Throw out a heads up next time if the firmware isn't official, and if you did then that's my bad, but I didn't see it.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
I probably did forget to mention it my bad.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
I didn't see an official warning, but it was posted as a leaked update.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
Anything that doesn't have Odin files is unlikely to pass Safety Net. For the most part, if you have to flash it from the SD card, it's going to be leaked and unofficial.

While 2ARE6 is official, when it was first released as a leaked update, it would not pass safety net. Unfortunately, if you need Google Pay, your kinda stuck waiting on updates.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
I have a question.

I've flashed carrier firmware on my unlocked U1 S9+ including the userdata. Now I'm on latest U2ARF2 after applying latest OTA update zip from sd card. Now if I decide to go back to U1 firmware once it is updated to bootloader V2 as well, will the device reset to its original state as if I didn't flash carrier userdata?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
There is currently no version of the U1 with the v2 bootloader. You can not roll back the bootloader version. You are stuck on your U firmware until a version of the U1 firmware comes out with the v2 bootloader.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
I guess you didn't fully understand my question. I know there isn't a U1 firmware update out that is on bootloader v2 yet, that is why I said "once its updated to that version." It also was not my intention to rollback to v1 bootloader, even if that were possible. What I really want to know is when I do flash the U1 v2 bootloader firmware on my device once it's available, will the device go back to original state as if I didn't flash carrier firmware (U) despite me flashing carrier specific userdata file in ODIN?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
Assuming you fully reset, yes. The only way to go from carrier to U1 is to fully wipe. Same with 1 carrier to another. But for that you need to flash U1, then the new carrier.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
How do you fully wipe? I have an idea, but I want to see if it's what I'm thinking.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
A full wipe requires you to factory reset the phone, which clears out your settings, apps, and any other userdata. This option is in the Settings, General Management menu.

When you flash successfully, the option to factory reset should also be checked, which will ensure you are starting fresh after the new firmware is installed.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] xstefen:
Anyone else having issues with phone app crashing when dialing out?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Are you on a theme and what built you on ?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] xstefen:
ARF2 and my own theme made in themeGalaxy app, I also use Truecaller. I will experiment a bit and localize the failure, just wanted to confirm that nobody else has issues first
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
No issues here i am on 2ARF2 as well.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] xstefen:
Thanks m8

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100% my theme causing the issues.

PSA: Do not install your created theme apk from factory RBI on ARF2, at least, my phone didn't like it
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] xstefen:
Another find with ARF2, no longer able to stop Themes service? Plz confirm
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Correct was patched. Only way to clear data to stop theme you will need this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.powermanager.batteryaddon
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] xstefen:
I use SABS for free which should do the same, thx for confirming
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Np
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] yeltrah123:
Oh ok that is what II thought, thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] cbrown245:
If I flash this onto my Tmobile s9+ , can I then install TWRP?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
There's no root , so why would you install TWRP, you will HARD BRICK your phone.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Ranger187:
So I have a S9+ unlocked direct from Samsung.

I see there is a U folder and U1. U1 being unlocked I assume.

Under the U folder, I see /RBG and RB7_1_8.0. <--- What are the differences?

My reason for asking is due to purchasing an "Unlocked" phone, they (insert sarcasm) remove my ability to make a video call with the phone app. While this might not be a concern, my OCD can't let it go.

What would be the best way to get my Unlocked phone with my Tmobile service to get my video calling back?

Thanks for any help!
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
If you're still on v1 bootloader, flash the latest ODIN files available for v1 and then accompanying TMO userdata file. Once you're up and running on that, you can flash the v2 updated files.

Just don't flash any other userdata files in ODIN, and leave the CSC-HOME file so data is not wiped.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Ranger187:
Well, it seems I have been out of the loop for a while. How do I tell what bootloader I am running?

Where are the v1 files to be found, or v2?

I am installing the ADB files now as I think that might tell me the bootloader version so I should have an answer (if that's the right way to do it).

UPDATE

Holding Power + Volume UP + Bixby got me in, and I loaded the bootloader. It's v1. Now what?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
Flash the v1 set including TMO userdata, and factory reset after. Then flash the ODIN set posted a few days ago, but with CSC HOME, not the other CSC file.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
I have an Xfinity Mobile 950U that I had unlocked remotely. Can I flash U1 and keep my phone sim unlocked? Will it get rid of my xfinity bloatware?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Ranger187:
Thanks for your help. I found that those files indeed worked! The download took some time, but I finally was able to flash my phone from a fully unlocked (how it was purchased) to a Tmobile unlocked phone enabling the video features!

I didn't need it, but Samsung refuses to tell you that they disable certain features like enhanced calling, video calling (native to the carrier but disabled on unlocked) and enhanced LTE features. I was finally able to verify it is indeed a feature that they disable, and Tmobile verified it ONLY works on carrier branded phones and only Tmo to Tmo....But my point was, I paid for it, I should get it. Never again.....

Thank you for your help buddy!
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
2ARF2 is now Certified and passes safetynet just thought i mention it.

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[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
Absolutely, as long as your device and the U1 firmware you are going to flash have the same bootloader version.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
I don't know if this helps at all.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
Same here. Wasn't showing at first, so I cleared data on the Play Store.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
Yes. You are on the v1 bootloader, which means you can flash to the U1 firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
Awesome! So all I need to do is download G965U1_RB7_1.zip and flash via odin? I dont NEED the bloatware data and all that?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
You need the latched ODIN, v3.13, also. Make sure you back up anything you want to keep because you will be starting fresh. Make sure you have Developer Options enabled and turn on USB Debugging in there. When selecting the image components to flash, do not use any of the HOME files. After flashing during the setup, it will install the settings for your carrier based on the SIM installed. This does not download carrier apps though.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
Thank you so much for the info. I seem to only be able to locate v 3.12, I'm not seeing 3.13. I'll be honest, I won't be sure what to assign to BL, CP, AP, CSC, or USERDATA. I haven't used Odin in years. Like back when the galaxy S2 was brand new lol.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
You only need to flash BL, CP, AP, and CSC. Some images contain a HOME_CSC, which I would personally avoid. ODIN 3.13 can be found here. If you have any issues flashing the files linked to in the OP, which some people have. Download the XAA image from here, if you have an S9+.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
Ok cool, I'm still downloading the .zip so I haven't seen what I'm getting myself into yet lol.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] dannyHD2:
Still no v2 for u1?! Wtf Samsung!
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] jcsww:
Unfortunately, not yet.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Nickdroid86:
Odin is staying at "SetupConnection..."

DERP... nvm I wasn't in bootloader mode. Completed successfully so far.

Yep definitely successful! All that Xfinity crap is gone. Although, the software updates, so hopefully I can flash this again if I ever need to.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
Thanks! I'll have to flash it tonight! Been itching to wipe my phone ?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] NotATreoFan:
I didn't even wipe my phone, just upgraded from the current TMO build that was out there. Battery life has improved by at least 40%, I no longer have to reboot after getting to work for WiFi Calling to work, and other than my hiccup with a bad MMS, it's been buttery smooth.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] todd3835:
On the ATT version, it wipes when you update from SD. No idea why. It kinda sucks though.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] HACK3DANDR0ID:
RBG

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I tried flashing RB7 to my S9+, it passed but it stayed on RBG...

Any ideas?

*edit*

It worked on ODIN v3.13.1
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] nugzo:
On everything ive tried from your folders, ive tried att user datata, u1 rb7, u rb7, tmo rb7 all wont unzip. the tmo file someone else posted unzips fine with windows explorer or winrar. any ideas?
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] nugzo:
Edit worked with 7zip. others error. thanks. all these errors id rather sacrifice a little extra md5 wait than flash a corrupt file.its really the only way to do it. nobody wants a $900 paperweight because of no md5.
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] iBowToAndroid:
1. I compress extra small for space and bandwith savings - the standard Windows extractor doesn't support it. You'll need a 3rd party tool to extract.

2. md5 thing was addressed earlier in the thread. All the files were pulled from Samsung's official tools. They're the exact same as you'd get from Sammobile or anywhere else. And besides, all the md5 does is hash the file integrity itself - it does nothing for verifying if that specific file is compatible with your specific device. Those checks are already built into Odin
[Samsung Galaxy S9+ Guides, News, & Discussion] nugzo:
I saw that earlier but just worded it like that because I disagree. md5 verifies you dont get a corrupt download. I understand your file is ok on your end, but things happen during downloads...you cant make sure something doesn't happen on your file host site or even our clients. thats why md5 was created, to verify software before you install it. It takes what maybe a few more seconds-minute? but then you know you have non corrupt firmware. something that you know wont give you a brick, every byte is correct. i mean why wear seat belts at 200 mph... it may be an inconvenience to take that strap across your chest and plug it in :rolleyes:, but its a good idea. My point is there is not near as much of an advantage to remove md5 as there is a dis advantage of the possibility of a bad file. Especially when compressing the hell out of it. It's just the way things are generally done around here. I also understand you can do what you want. Personally i'd kinda feel a little bad if the file i hosted using shortcuts boogered someones device.