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[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] stmims1124:
OnePlus is now rolling out a firmware update for the international model... It's coming out in stages and is not available for the United States yet, but if you use Oxygen Updater or perhaps a VPN to pretend you're in Europe, you can now get Oxygen OS 9.5.7 GM21AA.

I literally just converted from T-Mobile firmware to the international firmware today, mostly because I wanted the faster updates, especially to get camera improvements, (the camera software has been very...meh. sometimes decent, and sometimes some straight-up ass)

... and 5 hours later I'm already getting an update. I don't have a screenshot of the changelog because I forgot to capture it before install, but this is the update with a ton of camera improvements and supposedly fixes for touch screen issues (ghost touches with NFC on and whatnot, which I had yet to encounter anyway).
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] stmims1124:
Once again, a huge, HUUUUGE thanks to [MENTION=952755]slayerh4x[/MENTION] for this conversation tool & guide. You (and whoever you may have had help from) have made me a very happy man today.

Edit: I must say, I am very impressed with this particular XDA community. I've been an XDA member since 2010, and I don't recall seeing an XDA community as awesome and helpful (with a very minimal amount of douchebags from what I've seen so far). Plus, people have been moving hella quick on development for this phone, almost like it was the Nexus days all over again. This phone and this community are what brought me back to XDA... Lurking in the forums constantly, like the old days. ?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] KMHartford:
I was finally able to convert successfully after two days playing with the op drivers. I use the OnePlus drivers and convert it right over with no issues. Now running 9.5.7 . Relieved Because T-Mobile takes forever to release its update for its variant
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] MichaelMcEntire:
Is there a recommended way to do this on Linux? I don't have any availability to a Windows machine.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
All updates come from and are pushed from OnePlus, including the updates for the T-Mobile firmware.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] KMHartford:
True but the tmobile version won't get updated as frequent like the international version and tmobile version won't get Android pie beta or Android q beta
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
Exactly.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] SmileBigNow:
T-Mobile has to approve the update before they could send it out to the end users, just like by Samsung and LG or any other company, OEM makes the software available sends it to the carrier this case it's T-Mobile they run their own testings etc (aka taking their lovely time) then when they decided that it's good they'll send it out OTA to the users
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] nickster1:
Did you flash the update & than flash the patched_boot.img?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] KMHartford:
Nope won't be rooting for the time being, no flashing kernels, boot images, or recovery. Just don't have the time anymore.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] terlynn4:
Let me know if you find a way. I have access to a Windows VM for this sort of stuff, but if there's a method that works via script/cli on Linux that's a lot better for me. Can't you load a VM with virtualbox for this?

Still, I'm thrilled that this is even available so thank you OP & others! You guys rock! I just got my SIM unlock this evening, so I'm about to flash this. (Yay, I'm getting fnatic mode!)
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] kenbrownstone:
Been trying for 2 days myself and no go ...I never can get drivers right fml...
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] GhostZini:
Just got permanent unlock now to execute international flip!
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Coderedpl:
I assume you still have WiFi and were not rooted correct?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] &roid:
FYI: 9.5.7 update that was just released seems to have fixed the slow VoWiFi connection issue. It also vastly improves the camera. To get it if your system isn't detecting right away, I used the free TurboVPN from the Play store and connected to Canada for the US update version. Even more happy with my converted T-Mobile phone now.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] stewbag:
2 computers, 7 cables and 4 USB ports. I still cannot get past Param Preload. I've uninstalled and installed all drivers. RESET my laptop and nothing. I've never had this amount of issues trying to get this MSM tool to work but I'm beginning to lose my mind.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] wireeater:
You still don't have your driver's correct. You need to uninstall any and all Android/ADB/OnePlus/Qualcomm driver's you have installed either through Add/Remove programs on the PC and/or in the device manager of the PC. Click the device and uninstall it. Turn the option on to view hidden devices and remove them too that are related to ADB, Android, phone model, Qualcomm and reboot. Then install these driver's from my Gdrive. I had the same issue yesterday and this resolved it promptly after.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/143MQbzdTCym4Eo-Wut_e9L6uSYl-aYM4/view?usp=drivesdk
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] mlock420:
I asked how to root in the root thread but because I'm tmo I was sent here which I thought was only for converting.....

Since I was sent here lol what's the method for us? I'm currently on gm1915 9.5.6 unlocked and all that....?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
Yes, with major updates, but the OEM still has the last approval and decides when that update is pushed.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] GhostZini:
I've just sim unlocked and will now switch to international, all data is wiped from phone completely, right?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] likecookies:
Yes it will wipe all data
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] mettleh3d:
Do I need to root to flash international s/w
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] RandomPooka:
Not at all
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] yochananmarqos:
Install Windows in a virtual machine and enable USB pass through.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] mettleh3d:
Ok thanks. Are there any risks to moving to international fw? Coming from a Samsung and avoided rooting/flashing so I could keep Samsung pay
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] cmart0125:
You don't have to use a VPN you can just go to this xda page and download the update and follow the instructions. Super easy download update and install.

https://xdaforums.com/oneplus-7-pro/how-to/discussion-feedback-oxygenos-9-5-3-ota-t3931090
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] EasyTiger6x13:
Still no 9.5.7 update after switching to International from T-Mo, on 9.5.6. I did not root first because I couldn't get a bootloader unlock. Did I do something wrong or is it just taking a bit to reach me?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] TriBeard:
It's a staged rollout so might just be taking a while. you can download oxygen updater from the play store and use that and it'll pull it now.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] truckerdewd:
I used Oxygen Updater from the Play Store update it. It gives you clear and simple instructions on how to update.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arjanvlek.oxygenupdater
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] cameron1292:
I tried this route. It downloaded and then installed in twrp. Also installed magisk but then rebooted without root. Also lost twrp due to the flash so now I'm not rooted and don't have twrp lol were you able to stay rooted?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] truckerdewd:
I never rooted and don't plan on it because I use Samsung Pay on my Gear S3. Plus I really don't need root.

There where some instructions posted about how to take the OTA and stay rooted.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] cameron1292:
Ah gotcha. Yea I followed them the first time I converted and it worked. Couldn't follow it this time because it was updated via twrp
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] samanbabah:
Can anyone confirm that

1) I will get OTA updates after converting to international version or not

2) Will Wifi calling work after conversion?

3) any connectivity issues or sms issues or anything?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
You will receive OTA's for the firmware you are on as if your device came with that firmware. The hand off for WiFi Calling is messed up on the international firmware. You need to reboot to get it to switch to WiFi Calling. You lose RCS.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] truckerdewd:
1) Yes you will get OTA updates

2) Yes Wi-Fi Calling works

3) No connectivity issues on my end

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If you update to 9.5.7, that issue is resolved as well as the ghost touch issue.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] samanbabah:
I could care less about RCS. as long as OTA updates and wifi calling work I'm fine.

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One more question, does native call recording work on international version? I've searched the site, it seems you can enable it via ADB/fastboot which is required after reboots for people who don't want to root...
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] bp328i:
Just letting you know, I'm rooted and using Samsung Pay just fine on my Galaxy Watch 46mm.

Magisk hide and no problems. But I understand not wanting to root and jump through hoops every time Samsung or Google change something and then Google/Samsung pay stop working until a fix is found.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ripgut:
Quick question. My phone is unlocked temporarily by T-Mobile, but the OEM unlock button is still greyed out in dev options, and its been 9 days so far. What gives?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] NotATreoFan:
Has to be permanent unlock.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ripgut:
Damnit
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jprovan1:
I followed the instructions but Nothing happens. I have tried multiple ways and am stuck. When I go to fastboot mode and plug in the phone the msm doesn't do anything.

Any ideas?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] azfxstb:
WiFi Calling TMO Convert to INT

Upgraded to 9.5.7 yesterday TMO unlocked.

WiFi Calling has been switching as expected so Im happy

Camera is FINALLY the was it should have been from the start

DUO is still Borked and to be honest I am blown away more people are not screaming about this.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] &roid:
Feel exactly the same way. I've been on this since day one and love it.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] stmims1124:
It needs to be in EDL mode, not fastboot
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] poopoo152010:
Has to be in EDL mode and also make sure you right click the MSM and run as administrator. I kept missing that part at first and couldn't figure out why it wouldn't work.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Realhamfoshea:
I have the same issue and have done both things you mention here. I have also uninstalled and reinstalled the l2 drivers, restarted MSM, used the adb reboot edl command, changed cables/ports and nothing has gotten it to recognize my device in MSM. Any other recommendations?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] joeyjay:
I never could get the phone to be recognized by the software and unplugged it. Now I can't get it to turn on. Did I brick it? Help? I did get the msm software to recognize the Device, but it is just stuck at "waiting for device" in the status mode. Is this correct. Nothing seems to be happening. If I try to close the window I get "software is being downloaded." As you can see, I am a rookie!
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] poopoo152010:
1st it's not ?. Hold Volume up and power for 30 seconds
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] joeyjay:
What is EDL Mode?

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Got it to turn on. Used this advice in one of the forums and now it's loading.

THANK YOU!

close and reopen msmtool. Get your phone to bootloader and select power off. then open msmtool. hold vol up and down and plug in phone. keep holding vol up and down and hit start on msmtool, once you see a green bar release vol up and down.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] treezy26:
Got some free time this weekend and can't wait to try this. Sorry for the wasted space. Just needed to get that out.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jprovan1:
Got it. Thanks for the help.

Now where to order dual SIM tray lol
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] keith777:
so i opened the msm tool one time and had to do it again, now no matter what the msm tool won't open when i click it, looks like it's going to then nothing, everytime, redownloaded, rebooted, etc, anyone have this issue?

also run as administrator no change

this is certainly not as simple as it seems, don't feel like bricking my phone over this

Just found the new oneplus camera app on apkmirror that's the only thing I was interested in anyway
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] MichaelMcEntire:
That what I was planning on, guess I'll bite the bullet. Thanks.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] UniX1rm:
Question for people who flashed successfully. Does the phone in the settings >> About Phone, what is the model listed, is it still "1915" or did that change?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] truckerdewd:
My speed right now cellular and Wi-Fi.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] truckerdewd:
It's still the same.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] flayzeraynx:
I get this error message when i click start.. i did some search but couldn't find any answers.. any ideas?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] &roid:
ALL guesses you might try if you haven't:

1. Download L2 driver zip file. Extract it, locate .inf file, right-click it, and install it.

2. Install the OnePlus driver from your phone. If you're in Windows, just plug you're phone is while it's on (normal on where you can actually use phone) and use the slide down (from top) to put it in file transfer mode. On your computer Instead of looking for your files in explorer, click the drive you see with the OnePlus logo to install its driver.

3. Use the cable that came with your OnePlus.

4. After you phone is in EDL mode (that's when it's turned off and you hold volume up and down keys at the same time for five seconds) immediately connect it and hit start after the MSM tool recognizes it. It will time out if start isn't selected within a few seconds.

If I have other guesses I think about, I'll come back to suggest them.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] benny3:
I have a converted TMO also it still shows GM1915. In fact i came hear to ask the same question...lol
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] GhostZini:
Can't get drivers to install properly, any ideas??
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] samanbabah:
Please help I can't get into EDL mode, I've tried holding both volume buttons and also tried ADB reboot edl method. every time my phone restarts. Msm tool shows N/A under status of connection...
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] UniX1rm:
Yeah I had done it manually and was bootlooping everytime I take an OTA's so thought it was because of that but maybe not.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] explosivequack:
My phone booted to edl no problem using adb reboot edl. It just looks like the phone is off. Try uninstalling your driver's and reinstall them using the driver program that shows up when you plug your phone in, that's how I get msm to see my phone.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] GhostZini:
Nvm I got it! Sim unlocked with international firm on 9.5.6, now to go get 9.5.7

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Soooooo, I'm on international and want to know what is the benefit to unlocking bootloader if I aren't rooting yet? And ... What doesn't work when bootloader is unlocked?? I think I only read about Netflix HD output but that was it. Tia
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] samanbabah:
I have been trying for the past hour. still no luck. Msmdownloadtool doesn't work for me. Everytime I enter EDL mode, the screen turns off, then after 5 seconds restarts...
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] NotATreoFan:
If you aren't planning to root, zero benefit. But you'd lose Netflix is HD/HDR.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] JTruj1ll0923:
Are you using adb reboot edl? The same happens for me when I do that. Try turning off the phone, holding volume up and down and plugging it in. Then hit start right when it says connected
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] KMHartford:
Correct
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Frogacuda:
Maybe an obvious question but I don't see it explicitly mentioned: Will this reset the phone entirely or will it install overtop of the existing install. i.e. do I need to make a complete backup first?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] bp328i:
Yes, a complete wipe of your phone. Like taking it out of the box for the first time wipe.

So anything you want make sure you copy/back up somewhere first.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] dingwall1:
I have done the MSM tool a few times, successfully. When booting up, I see the tmobile splash screen and oxygen updater says I'm still Tmobile.

Any ideas why I'm showing successful in MSM but not really international??

I am sim locked. I don't want to root or unlock my bootloader. I simply want to go to International from T-mobile for updates. Is that possible? So much information in this thread and some is confusing to me.

Thanks in advance.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] smo69:
I keep seeing a lot about "SIM Unlock" as opposed to the phone being unlocked. So two questions, what is SIM Unlock? I've never had a SIM card from TMob that I couldn't use in another non-carrier phone. Also, I have a temporary unlocked OP7. Could I still unlock the bootloader if it's temp unlocked?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
SIM unlock is where the device is not locked to using a specific carrier's SIM, like T-Mobile or AT&T. You need a permanent SIM unlock to unlock the bootloader.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] smo69:
Ah ok, TMob said my permanent unlock would be eligible within 30 days, so I guess I'll have to wait until then.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] jcsww:
Look for the unlock thread to see how to get it done sooner.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Me and u:
hello

my msm download tool didnt work, and said packed image not exist
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] quezpr123:
I'm having the same issue. Can anyone let us know what our issue is?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] keith777:
now bricked

well against by better judgement i tried this and now the phone is bricked. won't turn on, won't hard reset, nothing. anyone got any ideas how to get it back?

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the msm tool needs to be in the same folder as the .ops file when you run it
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] joeyjay:
GM1916

Yes. GM1915
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Me and u:
Which one is the .ops
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] sicerik 1980:
Just successfully converted my TMO OnePlus 7 into the international. Automatically had the latest update, which the TMO version didn't have yet. Had a little trouble connecting to the tool, but figured it out and it worked. Only thing I am missing is the Google feed from the stock launcher but I just installed Lawnchair v2 and we are back in business. Real question is, should I unlock bootloader or keep stock? I don't want to lose Snapchat or Netflix. Thanks for the work on this tool.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] GlitchMob:
I'm not really concerned about root/twrp. Do I need the sim unlocked? Just trying to get OTA updates faster.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] joeyjay:
Ask T-Mobile for a temporary unlock for a couple of weeks and then you can proceed. They did a courtesy unlock for me. I have been a customer for 15 years.

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I thought I had bricked my phone too. But someone earlier in the thread said I didn't. He told me to just hold the power button and volume up button for 20 seconds and it started right up. Whew!
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] scottspa74:
You were able to flash stock without unlocking bootloader? I mostly just want faster updates, too, until a functional pixel rom comes out (god I miss pixel software, that , on this phone, with better can, would make it perfect).
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] masterchiefb117:
I had no issues this time around. 6T gave me issues last time but that was computer related. This time around I got it down in about 5 min. I did it for the faster updates as I had just got the 9.5.6 update on Tmobile and figured screw it I want 9.5.7 now.

I won't be unlocking the bootloader as I want to keep my Widevine at L1 for Netflix and Snapchat.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Kaiken:
Yes, feel free to flash without worrying about unlocking the bootloader if you want OTA International updates. Works beautifully. You can always revert back to OEM Unlock or wait until the work around is published.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] un4givn85:
Are you saying the stock launcher goes away with this? That seems odd.

I am also a bit unclear on the SIM unlock portion of this procedure.

I am on TMo's payment plan for the phone, and therefore I assume I am SIM locked, am I safe to do this?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ghedoicy:
You only lose the Google News thing when swiping home screen to right. It's replaced with OnePlus' tools.

You can do it even if SIM locked, yes.

-Matt
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] sicerik 1980:
Yep, just follow the directions and you'll be international. You have to option to unlock bootloader afterwards, I did not cuz it will wipe your phone again.

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Launcher on the TMO variant has Google feed option, stock OnePlus only has the Shelf. I think people have been converting without SIM unlock. If you search forums there is a work around for unlocking the SIM that worked for me.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] un4givn85:
Oh, right.

Thanks for the help.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ajrich80:
Can you convert the international 12GB version to TMobile version? I didn't realize that RCS didn't work on all the versions.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ghedoicy:
Yes.

-Matt
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] treezy26:
So I know about the Netflix issue after unlocking bootloader, what's the deal with Snapchat?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Crazywhitie:
Can't wait for the Sim unlock like with 6t. ?. Great work
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ajrich80:
Whenever I try to run the MsmDownloadTool I get Packaged image does not exist error
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] dingwall1:
Make sure you have your ops file in the same folder as the MSM tool
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] hawk2018:
When converting to international does everything work ?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ghedoicy:
Yes. And then some.

-Matt
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Shano56:
Also you can't unlock bootloader while SIM locked. It's not required to unlock bootloader though.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] un4givn85:
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Got it. Thanks again. Now on international.
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] hawk2018:
ok tried msn tool computer didnt read phone pressed volume up/down at the same time i saw in green says start pressed power phone dies i get nothing any idea what i can do
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] ghedoicy:
Use command line to enter it.

-Matt
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] hawk2018:
Hmm.... interesting just powered ok after 5 minutes of no response ..
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] flayzeraynx:
I did converted finally my tmobile to international but i forgot and go ahead to install 9.5.7. Is there any way to root and install magisk after OTA update installed?
[OnePlus 7 Pro Questions & Answers] Wilguens Joachin:
Someone should totally make a video about this!