yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
I have it I’ll upload it

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COMBINATION_FAC_FA81_N960USQU4ATC1.7z
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jclookey:
Is there a new version of the boot swap as well? I am to that step and it is giving the same error (boot) fused 4 binary 3
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
I’ll have to make one or you can just take boot and recovery images out of combo firmware and rename boot.img to recovery.img and recovey.img to boot.img then make a tar zip with the renamed images

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
needs to be rev4 combo if ur on rev4
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
if you dont want to wait then you can take boot. img from rev4 combo and rename it to recovery. img.. then take the recovery. img from rev4 combo and rename to boot. img.. then take the two renamed imgs and put into a tar file.. this will be the new rev4 bootswap file
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
thx lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jclookey:
Two questions, 1 will I need new versions of the remainder of the files in the steps and

2 After this is done and I've done what I can to recover as many of the pics/vids from her phone I presume I can re-install the factory firmware and do a reset and have it back to it is now for her with biometrics and all of that working correct?

Thanks in advance guys!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
No to your first question

Yes you can reinstall stock firmware as long as its the correct bootloader version and if you’re rooting to recovery pictures I wouldn’t wast your time as this process will completely wipe your internal storage. There isn’t going to be any pictures to recover

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jclookey:
So can you tell me is there any way to recover the lost pictures? I know on PC there are several ways to do it but is there on the phone as well?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.defianttech.diskdigger&hl=en_US

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jclookey:
Thanks but same problem on this one as all the PC ones I tried before trying to root it in the first place... it can't find anything that predates the factory wipe and asks for root access that it cannot get... really losing hope here :( at least now google photo backup is enabled... it was on old phone but not this one for some reason
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Kritischer:
SM-955U unlock?

Thanks to those of you providing support. It's hard to find a thread these days where people don't just go out of there way to give a non answer.

I've been down the rabbit hole trying to find the most recent info on any way to unlock the bootloader on my S8+ SM-955U so I can root it. Some site took me to some site took me to some site took me here.

I've read so many different things over the last 4 hours that I'm doubting my sanity. I get to the point where I think I find the answer and it's Sorry Mario the princess is in another castle and by the way those boards don't work on water you need powwwa...

Dev options enabled

I'm logged out of Samsung account.

Drivers are installed

Odin will connect.

I think what I'm trying to do is boot to recovery and install twrp and use that to install magisk.

Then I read no you have to use a magisk applet through adb but adb *****es at me about the adb version so I don't know if it's my driver version, the adb.exe version, or something with my phone version.

The plan was to root and install magisk manager or to be able to install custom images because I'm a glutton for failure evidently.

I also have TWRP_Galaxy_S8Plus recovery

twrp-3.3.1-2-dreamlite

platform tools r30.0.3

Odin3_v3.14.4

MagiskManager-v7.5.1

Anyway can I just get a quick check from anyone that might know if as of 6/20/2020 a Samsung S8+ SM-955U with no oem unlock option can be rooted? It's hard to separate the signal with the noise about this topic... about any topics these days actually.

I probably have multiple issues but it's been almost 7 or 8 years since I've tried to do anything like this.

Thanks for reading. Sorry if this is in the wrong place.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Go to my Verizon S8 plus thread
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
to add, go to s8 plus thread.. but the bl is not unlockable at all and magisk is not possible either
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
He will eventually find that out

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Kritischer:
And I did. The unbloated image still looks attractive even though there is no root. Right now I having an adb server version conflict when I run adb devices. It's a rabbit hole no matter what device I have to try with.

Ii guess now what I'm really looking for a phone that's 3 or 4 years old costing around 120USD that is still powerful for its age and price, that has a good mod community.

Take care guys. Thanks again!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sikander3786:
I've tried all the steps twice but it hangs on Verizon logo. How much time is it expected to take here?

Any hints what am I doing wrong?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Either not wiping data or you are not mounting system when you add the zip in flashfire when asked in the popup
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sikander3786:
I wasn't mounting system when adding the zip in flashfire when asked in the popup.

Thanks a lot. Rooted now.

:good:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Rpkxnoscope:
Hello first off I want to mention I read the op thread and every comment page 1-28 so far, I have a revision 3, n960u1 , I am currently on android 10 ui version 2.0 from January 2020 and am using package disabler pro to deny the device from updating, my note 9 after a few months now randomly starts lagging badly after an hour/2 hours after being on, I have to restart this phone 3 times a day because of my memory going from 4500m to 2000m, the lag and frame drops are extremely annoying, yes I've deleted all newer apps, disable all apps not used, use boot manager to stop aps from opening on reboot, and still it lags worse than my rooted note 4 :(, my point is if I update to the newest note 9 june 28th 2020 update can I still do this root method in the future(also will apps like robinhood td Ameritrade still work?), I know I have revision 3 but just want to double check if I do decide to update to attempt to fix this lag, thank you for all the work you've done
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Did you ever stop and think you might be causing the lag with package disabler? You might have disabled something that’s causing another app to constantly be trying to start something that is disabled. Memory use is not and indicator of lag in fact the more memory you use the more efficient your phone is. Its more efficient to swap a process loaded in memory than it is to start a new process. Rooting with this root method definitely is not going to fix your lag. All the files necessary too root no matter the current firmware are in the OP or in this thread some where
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Rpkxnoscope:
[MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] I attatched a screenshot of what I disabled after the January update, I stopped updating after they started removing features like paralax wallpaper and other misc things like hide keyboard on dropdown menu and more! The phone lagged the same before the january update and so after I did the Jan update it worked flawlessly until about a month ago, I can use only instagram and facebook and then eventually the phone will lag, even if I use only robinhood it will lag I have nothing else open. If you see any disabled things In my pic that could cause this pls tell me thx, having a rooted phone like my note 4 before enabled me to close bloat and crap I've tried to do all I can on this but ya..View attachment 5049887
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Tnarmyng:
Awesome! Much thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
please dont quote whole op next time
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] Tnarmyng:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17NVQJHJxHVPClIOQUx4ZE7pVDzWG83P3/view?usp=sharing
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] michel5891:
I am sorry to be a pain in the butt, but, Step 2 is so unclear for me. Could someone explain the steps in detail? How am I to flash the COMBO firmware? In the folder "Odin Files", there is a zip file titled, "combo_3asj1". Is this the "combo firmware" I am to flash and if so, how do I do this? The file contains a lot of files of which aren't usable in ODIN.

I am a bit stumped here. I apologize in advance for the inconveniences.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jobankler:
Hey guys can this method somehow be duplicated to s20 ultra USA models? Because the bootloader is locked and would love to have root. SM988U
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] dmtec:
no
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
basic knowledge such as how to flash firmware in odin is expected to use this root method.. if u dont know how to flash firmware then i recommend you avoid this root..
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
as stated the answer is no.. its likely to not have root exploits for usa s20 devices sibce no one is working on it
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] michel5891:
It's fascinating how you think your entire response is assisting, somehow.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
it was meant to help you avoid wasting countless hours of your time trying to figure it out.. ive seen ppl go for literally days with no working phone (and this is WITH help) because they didnt know the basics such as flashing firmware in odin as this method isnt exactly the easiest root method (although as easy as it can be).

I normally put a disclaimer in my threads but this one I didnt as I thought it would be obvious that you should know how to flash a tar in odin but apparently it isnt. I even provided all the files and automated as much as possible with pretty detailed instructions after working on it for a good year then was kind enough to make it public/free for everyone to use..

I think I've helped enough.

If you really need help on figuring out how to use odin then i clearly state in the op and posted a link to telegram for support which u are more likely to get a fast response there.

I suggest you join the tgram support group and read the rules if you do but you have been warned, if asking simple questions you should already know before taking the plunge i cannot control other users if they dont give you answers you deem as "helpful" considering theres thousands of threads on xda and even more websites and even youtube videos on flashing firmware that you cpuld very easily/quickly learn before asking for help.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] michel5891:
Would a quick tutorial/response to my initial question be this long?:rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] alher591:
A friend of mine recently wiped his note 9 by accident and lost alot of data without any backups ??.

I am going to give one of those third party partition data recovery tools that require root. Will this root method be of any help since mtp doesn't work?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] josalto7:
This might be a dumb question but what is stopping the battery from charging to 100%? Is it possible to edit the kernel to allow the battery to charge fully or is that just not possible with the combined firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
This has been addressed several times throughout this thread. The answer is always the same. Your data is lost and can not be retrieved. If its so important that you get your data back then send it away to a data forensic specialist. Just except a several thousand dollar bill when done and likely the same answer as I gave you

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
no.. cannot modify kernel without an unlocked bl
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] yourotherform:
How do I fully remove this from my phone? I did a full unroot through supersu, but extreme syndicate remains. I'm having too many issues, and I'd like to go back to how it was.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Flash stock firmware using odin
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] HoneyDewMiddle:
Thanks for this!

When you say revs, you mean revisions of the bootloader? For instance, I never updated my bootloader, I am still on BL1, which I think is what you call rev1, correct?

If I am on the 1st bootloader, will using this method upgrade my BL to the most recent one released?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
yes and no.

if ur on "BL 1" as you call it then yes, that usually means rev1..

and no because at the time i released this i think was on rev6 but i believe rev7 now exists so itll update you to rev6 which technically isnt latest rev.. it does work on rev7 however you would need to update the combo stuff in the root files to the rev7 files if u are on rev7
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] the.xixion:
download link is dead
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] danag94:
Yeah, can confirm. Can anyone confirm that this is the only working root method for N960U? I see TWRP is available for N9600 but everything I've looked at makes it clear these are different version of the phone at a basic level that prevents cross-compatibility. So am I stuck until the link is fixed?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
actually afh is dead, its all afh links lol

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vm4csJZV_zKmWLnf1iGmK1-lnvFy8Sfp/view?usp=drivesdk
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] danag94:
Oops, n00b mistake on my part.

You're a god amongst men!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] RXPX:
Anyone know if a rev 5 combo is available yet. I've looked but haven't found.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] JOSHSKORN:
What is that?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] RXPX:
Latest firmware rev.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
nope, i checked my usual sites and only see rev4 so far
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] JOSHSKORN:
As a T-mobile user, I received an update, I believe last night. Version: N960USQS5ETH2
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
and? what does that have to do with anything? lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] JOSHSKORN:
Obviously I'm clueless LOL

But I thought the question was referring to Bootloader Version, to which I thought was indicated by the fifth digit from the right of the baseband version, so when he mentioned "5" for rev combo version, I assumed that's what he was referring to. My bad, I know about what happens when you assume. :D

I'll hush now. :P
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
he is talking about rev5 combo.. so we already know rev5 firmware is out but question was if rev5 combo firmware was available which i checked and it is not.. combo firmware sometimes takes longer before its available than stock firmware does
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] RXPX:
Still no rev 5 combo... WTH!! Any way to modify rev 4 combo to flash as rev 5...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Nope
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
If anyone is thinking on updating phones now is the time. The method of unlocking bootloaders on US variants works one s10/s20 and n10/n20 phones. Read the whole article too get info and yes it works I have a bootloader unlocked sm-g975u s10+ with twrp and magisk installed.

https://www.xda-developers.com/samsung-galaxy-note-20-ultra-root-us-unlocked-snapdragon-865/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] gayflag:
So excited ?

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Is this method being tested on 9 series?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
It only works on 10 and 20 series and fold 2
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] JOSHSKORN:
This is looking more like a reading assignment than instructions on how to root. I don't see anything in the article that's really straight-forward about the actual process, unless I missed something.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sw1173:
It's more like advertising to sell someone's business. There doesn't seem to be anything like what these forums should be about.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
There is an app you can install that explains everything. The actual method is not allowed too be posted on xda because its a paid service
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sw1173:
Then it's advertising for a paid service. That's fine but this is a discussion group. If the service wants customers then advertise on some other platforms.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Then don’t use it and stay in here and keep hoping. Im the last person too post any new files in here and maintain the s9 variant of this and I just posted for informational purposes. Its not my method nor do I make anything. I just provided free development for people like you that just complain
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sw1173:
Nobody is complaining about no BL unlock. I'm just saying it's advertising for a paid service. It seems strange that you are using an Apple iPhone to communicate with people in Android discussion forums.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Its a link to an article on xda. Its not a link to a paid service. And you busted me im just an xda troll
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sw1173:
The link in the article is a link to the app that directs you to the paid service. Thanks for your information.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] butchieboy:
Thanks for the info JrKruse. Much appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Thanks man. I was just having a hard time deciding if I wanted too answer you back on my iPhone, iPad, MacBook pro or my rooted s10,s9, or s8. Well gotta get back too trolling
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] butchieboy:
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[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
lmao yea, if i had a business then i wouldnt need to work a full time regular job and have bosses and would be able to dedicate all my time in android development.. one can dream right?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
lmao really? this is MY group and a root method/exploit chain that took along time to figure out.. you should read up on something before commenting.. my source has a paid service to unlock bl's and essentially provides the option whereas normally its not possible.. its a legit service.. if ppl want to make an article about why they love rooting and how they unlocked their bl if anyone is wondering then that is what xda is about.. no one is posting an article saying give me money or else.. in fact thats y its not posted bcuz yes, its a paid service and xda isnt about paid services but the person who made the article/app literally isnt "gaining" anything or any "profit".. if u dont like paid services then u dont have to use it, its that simple.. no need to make rude comments or get into a debate with someone.. especially not jrkruse whos a long time friend and contributes to the community 100x more than many others.

that being said, this is a root/discussion group and unlocking bootloaders to root devices falls within that category.

this isnt some get rich pyramid scheme lol. Theres a ton of users including active devs that used the service and aee already contributing to the community after having done so.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
its an ipad clearly, not an iphone?

just saying lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
yes it was lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] CW_texashack:
Is there a Rev5 firmware released yet? Also, what is a good website to check?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] TokedUp:
Are we done arguing yet?

I would totally pay to root and unlock my N96OU! I hope this works for us in the future
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] sarim2furqan:
Hi

i am very new here,

while following the method to root my N960U

I got the error in odin sw rev check fail abl fused 5 binary 3

can you please advise how could i manage ??

appreciated pls
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] jrkruse:
Because you are on version 5 bootloader and there is no combo firmware available for v5 bootloaders yet. Until that’s available you cannot root
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] AirForceOnes0010:
Just curious if anyone who managed to root their phone was able to delete the appropriate audio related system file to hopefully correct their speaker distortion? I recently bought a note 9 to replace my note 4 but after some testing, the bottom speaker was sounding kind of blown.. So I bought a new one, carefully opened the phone up and replaced the speaker. And it sounds exactly the same... So after searching around, obviously ended up back on xda and found some mention of rooting and deleting SoundBoosterParam.txt. Was anyone able to do this? Kind of an annoying problem if it's a software thing I can't fix..
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
with root u can
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] AirForceOnes0010:
I'm probably out of luck then for the time being. Pretty sure it's on the newest software
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
why does that even matter if u can still root?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] AirForceOnes0010:
I guess I'm not sure lol. I'm okay to root being on ETH4? Sorry, never rooted my note 4 and had a vzw lg v10 before that so I'm out of practice for xda type things
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] elliwigy:
dunno what ETH4 is.. you need to also show the number right before the E so xETH4 as that number is the rev..

either way it doesnt matter but depending on rev u might need to use the updated combo firmware
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] AirForceOnes0010:
I guess going from past experience, I just figured baseband version would somehow matter. For my n4 and s3, the last 4 were always the relevant characters. My Rev # is 5
[Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Snapdragon) ROMs, Kernels, ] AirForceOnes0010:
I had Amazon send me a replacement speaker just in case I had been unlucky and it turned out to be the problem :)