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[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] butchieboy:
I always factory reset. Go to Odin..flash Bl..Ap..Cp..Csc. Remember if you have any advance features like wifi calling you will lose them. There is a way to get them back but if you are new to this I will not get into it. You will not get Ota updates and the software update toggle will be missing.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Vasto_lorde97:
i select example the file that says bl and put in bl and home csc in user data?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Nothing goes in User data. You decide if you want to use Home_CSC or Csc but that goes in Csc, only one of the two Csc files can be used. Home_CSC won't dormst your data but if you are changing carrier or going from U1 to U or vice versa or changing Csc you should use regular Csc and format the data.

Imp to know Keep user data section of Odin empty and don't put anything there.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] zonly1:
I'm back up and running, thanks for the help [MENTION=3472611]dottat[/MENTION].
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] abzo!ute:
Hi all, finally fed up with Apple and their lack of innovation, bought a Note Ultra 5G thats the N986U version that was locked to Spectrum Wireless (unlock code is coming with the phone). My carrier is TMobile (I’m in US) so if I wanna get rid of all the Spectrum apps and all that what’s the best way to do so, what would be the latest firmware and would I lose any features or OTA capabilities?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] datajosh:
Good to see you over here [MENTION=360014]kangi26[/MENTION]! Good to see [MENTION=4631220]Venom0642[/MENTION] around too! I went with the S10e last year and regretted it, my N20U should be here Wednesday finally and this thread is always helpful to have!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Vasto_lorde97:
alright perfect it worked im on u1 firmware rn
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Glad it did.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] rjohnstone:
After you unlock the phone, do a factory reset with the T-Mobile SIM inserted.

When it starts up, it should have all of the T-Mobile apps and settings. Check for OS updates once initial setup is done.

It should receive T-Mobile updates.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] abzo!ute:
Thanks so you’re saying I don’t need to download Odin and flash the firmware? I was under the impression that’s what needs to be done to get rid of the Spectrum cattier branding and apps
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] rjohnstone:
Samsung firmware is not carrier specific. Your SIM card determines what CSC to load.

CSC determines what carrier specific features and software to enable for the user.

It's not always perfect, but you have Odin as a fallback.

Spectrum Wireless is a MVNO on Verizon's network.

Verizon and T-Mobile are on the same release version, so again, putting in the T-Mobile SIM and doing a factory reset "should" be all you need to do.

If, for some reason it doesn't work, here is the download for T-Mobile.

https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/g...e/SM-N986U/TMB/download/N986USQU1ATI5/369104/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] abzo!ute:
Interesting thanks again I was under the impression Samsung Note 20 Ultra couldn’t carrier flip yet, usually it’s not til about 8 months after release.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] rjohnstone:
Never heard of that restriction before and I've owned Samsung devices for years.

Any phone with an unlocked SIM slot can be used on any carrier (as long as it has the supported radio bands for the carrier of course).
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] SrgWallopy:
Debating if i should flash or not. Maybe someone can help me out :D

Bought an unlocked from BB and have the Original ATGG July 1st update.

Currently my CSC shows TMB/TMB/XAA. Which i think means i won't be getting OTA's at all from anywhere right?

I have tried changing my CSC to other carriers and using their sims to force updates but it always ends the same VZW / VZW / XAA.

I have done *#272*IMEI# and manually changed without sim ect, and i never get options for installing or saying that i have any updates always say that my device is up to date.

I have seen other posts on XDA, Samsung Members and TMB Forums stating that they have the u1 varient with the most recent update that came OTA. So i'm curious as to why mine won't / isn't.

Seeing as i bought this phone outright so i could swap carriers here in a few months rather than being stuck with TMO for 2 more years i don't want to side load / flash anything because i won't be able to return.

I guess TLDR; If i flash one of the U1 firmware that have the newer security updates and a few other updates for software will i be stuck always having to rely on non OTA? Or will it fix my issue and i can then again OTA?

I see alot of talk about people updating and then downgrading just to update again.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] ad44891:
CCT is what carrier.. Just curious thx.. I'm on att.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] butchieboy:
Comcast
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] atrix4nag:
After updating to non OTA software using odin, what is the process, if i want to go back to regular OTA software (for returning phone)

Factory reset, will bring back software updates?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] todd3835:
I think your referring to BOYD support, which is usually around 5m. It's usually when revision B firmware shows uo, which is surprisingly out already for some carriers.

You can always wipe and put in any sim before the BOYD support is added. The only requirement is sim unlock.

On the other hand, BOYD support doesn't magically make it sim unlocked. It just allows you to swap providers without wiping. The bonus is if your traveling and need to swap to a local provider sim, and then swap back when you get home, without the need to wipe.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] TheMadScientist:
Comcast Xfinity mobile
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Rick607:
Just came back to android after a couple of years with the competition. Without thinking I ordered the Note 20 Ultra for Verizon rather than unlocked. I have been reading this thread off and on for a couple of days trying to figure out if and how I can flash to the unlocked firmware. I'm sure the answers are here but so spread out I can't make sense of it.

Do I have to root?

Can I use an unbranded firmware? Verizon seems to have locked some functions.

Is it worth the trouble?

Any help or direction would be appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] UchihaWesker:
Hello guys, I have problem with my OTA, the CSC is ATT/ATT/ATT everything fine in this point, but don’t show update when a buy the phone come with the ATH3 and when I try to update says on date, and I don’t know what I can do.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] butchieboy:
Turn off auto date. Set date 1week ahead..then check for update
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] ad44891:
What's up guys.. Quik ques.. Is BTJ2 a newer version or same version as BTIB.. Thx
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
It's a newer version.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] pyro43284:
Thanks for the files and resources to bad I didn't read fully all is better now, now that I opened my eyes
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] todd3835:
You do not need to root. All firmware for the same model is compatible.

Really depends on what you need. Not sure about Verizon, but on att you lose WiFi calling, video calling and "advanced messaging". For me, being bloat free cbs quicker updates and access to the beta is worth it.

Its really not a Hassel. The one downside is wiping. A one time wipe is worth it for most people to go to the U1 version.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Rick607:
Thanks for the reply. the Verizon version takes away the ability to receive texts and calls on my tablet and no access to Samsung cloud. That is a fair trade-off for me if I lose wifi calling.

Is there a clear guide for flashing the Note 20 Ultra? I have been away from Android for two years. This thread is great but the information is so spread out that I'm finding it hard to follow. I'm not sure which firmware to use.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
There is same information repeated over and over again. I will write the steps one more time for you.

Disclaimer - Flashing is never safe and you take sole responsibility of your device. You will lose your data, Proceed only if you Agree

1. Download the Odin from the 2nd post

2. Download THIS - Also available in 2nd post but i am making it easy for you.

3. Unpack/Unzip what you downloaded in Step 2 and put in a folder. Lets call the folder "Flash"

4. Run Odin, click on BL, Browse to the "Flash" folder, add BL file from there, Do the same for AP (click on AP, Add AP file, this will take some time), Same for CP (click on CP, Add CP file)

5. Do the same for CSC (click on CSC, Add he file with the name starting with CSC). USERDATA Stays empty.

6. Now connect USB cable to your laptop (Only laptop and not the phone)>> Turn off your phone >> Press volume up and volume down keep them pressed and plug in the USB type C into your phone.

7. You should be in download mode now, press volume up. In Odin you will see that phone is added, after that press start in Odin. Wait for it to finish and let the phone restart.

Done
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Rick607:
Thank you!

Will the phone restart automatically?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Yes
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cuibap:
I'm new to this. Once I update my phone using Odin, is OTA still OK? I still am able to update my phone via OTA?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] abzo!ute:
Yep so I got the phone in my hand finally today and unlocked successfully but after wiping it still has the Spectrum load animation and apps as well as Spectrum in the top left on the Lock Screen.. no T-Mobile apps even though it is running off their network properly.

Looks like I have to flash this U1 firmware, I want it to be stock Samsung no carrier bloatware.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] droidrev71:
According to Verizon they have no clue if the unlocked version would even get the update to be compatible on their Nationwide 5G.

I've noticed in my 5g area that my LTE speeds have increased quite a bit. I'm happy about that but and being to impatient and want the 5g logo badly. I guess I'm leaning towards flashing Verizon firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Tstraley28:
So you're able to get the beta with the unlocked firmware? This is my issue. I want the beta but I'm on att
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] MatroxD:
Yeah, I refuse to do that. Just for an icon.. nah...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] droidrev71:
well, better speeds too. i just can't remember if i flash to verizon firmware if i will get ota updates.

my laptop doesn't have one thing downloaded to mod phones... thats how long its been and my old laptop is so slow i need to toss it
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] wirelessrevolution:
I purchased the AT&T Wireless Note 20 5G Ultra. (N986U)

I hate the AT&T firmware but need WiFi calling. My phone is unlocked via 3rd party Network Code unlock.

Can I flash the u1 firmware and somehow keep WiFi calling? VoLTE, and 5G?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Geekser:
Yes, flash the BL, AP and CP from the N986U1 file and add the N986U CSC file from the N986U.

If your phone is able to get WiFi Calling from ATT (in other words if you were to flash the full firmware from N886U and WiFi Calling works for you - then it will also work if you follow those steps above - (When you add the CSC file, if you don't want to lose all of your aps and data, be sure to use the CSC Home file.

Hope this helps you -
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] MatroxD:
That's deep(them not sending the patch), but from what I remember reading about 11,I am not even sure that i(and others) will need their patch. I want to say I recalled that 11 has native 5g or something along those lines. I guess if I can sign up to the beta I will find out.

It's silly because they think they're hurting someone, but really, they are only hindering themselves. 5g, from my standpoint is much like how 4k was initially not accepted. It was only when tvs and other electronics began dropping in prices that they're has been this massive acceptance.

I honestly only wanted to see a different icon to experience it. Would i pay for it? Gosh no, lol. I'm on fiber internet 90% of the time, so what would, at least for me, I have the need to increase a bill and fatten their pockets instead of mine..

Lol off my soapbox...

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Not at the moment from everything I've seen and read. It's not worth it(I'm on 1gb fiber) right now. Maybe in a few years..

And I've retired flashing, rooting, etc. It's funny because I used to be crazy about all of that. Now, I have no need. I'm sufficiently happy with the Samsung tweaks, and Hex for coloring. Honestly, I probably could go as far as to leave Hex alone.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] droidrev71:
I think it's ridiculous that Samsung nor Verizon can give a definitive answer about the unlocked model.

Both companies actually sound confused everytime I've contacted them and it's turned out to be a waste of time on my end.

I've seen in Android 11 that some have been able to connect to Verizon's 5g. I know the beta for us is coming soon.

I've been able to compare the 5g versus the LTE in my area and the 5g wins most of the time.

It'll be a miracle if I ever see uwb 5g in my area within the next 5 years or so..

So $1400 for a phone, I'd like to take advantage of my carrier's 5g. I'm also stuck wondering if OnePlus 8 pro will be updated too.

I would hope these manufacturers would get the software update pushed to make these phones compatible. I'm just glad in the end I have the option with my unlocked note to flash what I need to connect to Verizon's 5g.

I did download and extracted the Verizon firmware and odin. I'll just sit tight for a bit yet. Hopefully, the update will be sooner than later or I can get on beta to see too.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cuibap1:
I just flashed my TMO N986U with ATI5 U version and everything went well. I used BL, AP, CP, and HOME to keep my data. I was planning to wipe out everything but will wait for a little longer to make sure I get used to this. Thanks everyone for the great info!!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
My friend why are you not reading?

Disclaimer - Flashing is never safe and you take sole responsibility of your device. You will lose your data, Proceed only if you Agree

1. Download the Odin from the 2nd post

2. Download the firmware you want to flash.in your case U firmware for Tmobile.

3. Unpack/Unzip what you downloaded in Step 2 and put in a folder. Lets call the folder "Flash"

4. Run Odin, click on BL, Browse to the "Flash" folder, add BL file from there, Do the same for AP (click on AP, Add AP file, this will take some time), Same for CP (click on CP, Add CP file)

5. Do the same for CSC (click on CSC, Add he file with the name starting with CSC). USERDATA Stays empty.

6. Now connect USB cable to your laptop (Only laptop and not the phone)>> Turn off your phone >> Press volume up and volume down keep them pressed and plug in the USB type C into your phone.

7. You should be in download mode now, press volume up. In Odin you will see that phone is added, after that press start in Odin. Wait for it to finish and let the phone restart.

Done
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cuibap1:
I did but I was being cautious since this is the first time in a while I did this. I read it twice but it was still not clear. Sorry to bother you.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Not at all , don't be sorry I am just a little mad for people creating clutter.i updated my instruction for you in the post above.read through and follow the steps carefully. All the best. You can send a private message if you have difficulties, more than happy to help. I might go to sleep soon though.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Tonyy1206:
About time!

Finally tmb update on U1 with October security patch
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Cant see the screenshot can you share the build number ?

Nevermind found it on Samfirm, its not showing on Frija yet - ATGO
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cangri87:
Ok, this might be a dumb post, i swear i skimmed through this whole thread and keep getting a mixture of different answers.

I have a Tmobile bought Note 20 Ultra, i want to flash the Unlocked U1 firmware.

The only question i have is, if i flash the U1 firmware on my tmobile Note 20 ultra, will i still get OTA updates when the U1 firmware's are released?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] todd3835:
Yes. As long as you flash a U1 build that tmobil is on or has been. If you flash a different version, it may not update. Also make sure you wipe.

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I'm getting an OTA on Metro (TMK) which is Tmobile, ATJ3.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] todd3835:
Here's the SS
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Some problem that screenshots are not getting attached, do you mind uploading the screenshot on IMGUR or elsewhere.

Also funny that its not showing on Frija.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Waynestuckart:
How did you find it on samfirm?

I'm not seeing it
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
No point, SamFirm is being crap, i downloaded and it shows ATH3 for BL, AP file names where as when you click to download it shows ATGO. in the region i typed TMB and above that SM-N986U1 see if you get the same result.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cangri87:
Got the same results, except my dumbass flashed it without looking at it and now i'm with ATH3 :(
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] hawkstwelve:
Just received October security patch via build ATJ3 on unlocked Note 20 Ultra with TMO CSC.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Ohh No, Yeah you got to be careful, i dont know why i had a hunch that something is not right as i was also looking on website samfw and Frija and was wondering why they dont have it so i started reading the file names inside the folder even though the folder said ATGO. Not your fault mate can happen to anyone. use Frija or the second post to download latest one and update to the latest one.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Waynestuckart:
Will ATT phone with unlocked firmware be eligible for the beta?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] cangri87:
Yeah downloading it from OP now.

Just weird that Frija and SamFirm both download ATH3.

It won't pull the latest one.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] pyro43284:
I just flashed my xfinity mobile to u1 with the firmware from frija and I was curious which one of these is the one before the latest release on there to get the ota update? Just want to make sure I'm getting them and did it correctly, or can I not get ota with these files?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Compusmurf:
So, TMOB dropped an ATJ3. How quickly does FRIJA's backend get updated?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Wow ATJ2? Is your phone Unlocked ?

Its not available on any firmware sources, i checked multiple. On Frija, TMB and TMK are giving error and are not able to find firmware, probably getting updated.

Edit Update :- On SamFirm and Frija there is a new update and it is ATJ3.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Compusmurf:
ATJ3, sorry, typo. That finger doesn't always do as it's told, but I see FRIJA updated since I posted. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] Tonyy1206:
Build Version QP1A.190711.020.N986U1UES1ATJ3
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Yup flashed it already this one has battery improvements.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] todd3835:
ATJ3 OTA

Oct Patch, no other notes listed.

http://imgur.com/gallery/jswEDld
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] top speed01:
Getting Back To Day ! Factory XAA/XAA/XAA

Pull SIM out, enter *#272*MY_IMEI# and change CSC from XXX to XAA. Reboot phone without SIM and check for update. And/or flash the earliest factory xaa firmware you have after dialer code. Then let samsung servers update fone to current firmware. Then insert your sim card.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Sprint, Metro and T-Mobile all unlocked U1 updated to ATJ3. Humble request to [MENTION=360014]kangi26[/MENTION] when you get a chance please upload the firmware, i cant as i dont have AFH account. Thank you so much.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] life_speed@yahoo.com:
switch T-Mobile phone to Verizon

I bought an unlocked SM-N986U that is T-Mobile branded. I installed a Verizon SIM in the factory-reset condition. It did not change CSC to Verizon, still showing the T-Mobile splash screen on boot. While it mostly works, I believe wifi calling isn't working (see this thread).

Currently the phone is on September software in the attached screenshots.

My goal is to get this phone to fully cooperate with Verizon and receive OTA updates. What approach should I take to arrive at this goal?

Thank you,
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] warriorvibhu:
Remove your Verizon SIM from the phone.

If you are ok formatting and losing data. Then flash a clean vZW rom. To do that download from Frija and for USC use VZW. Once done flash it using Odin (I have instructions somewhere in this thread about how to flash. Once done switch the phone ON. Follow the set up and when done.. Insert your Verizon SIM. Phone will restart and you should be good.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Guides, News, & Discu] kangi26:
I'm out of town until Wed, I'll get a link uploaded when I get home. Thanks for the heads up