yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] anyonethere115599:
galaxy note 20 ultra sm-n986u

build;

TP1A.220624.014.N986USQS3GVKB
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] :
What part shows the bootloader version, the "SQS#" ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
N986USQS3GVKB here its 3, should be 1 for N20
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] playerkp420:
Just wanted to say it looks like a great service you are providing. Reminds me of the thousands of PS3s I had being shipped to me from all over North America, when hardware flashing was the only option for CFW.

Wish I would of seen your service awhile ago, before my N10+ was updated (One UI 4.1).

Keep up the great work afaneh92.

And to all the hater posters, hit backspace and log off. It's obvious this dude is legit!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] TheHitman1982:
I would like to know if it is possible to unlock the boot loader for a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.9 SM-T307U
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Too updated, you are on v8 bootloader. Only v5 or below can be unlocked.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] TheHitman1982:
Wonderful. is V8 going to be a possibility in the future?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
IDK
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lucas_p:
Question: How do I restore to the Rom after flashing twrp 25.2 & vendor_disable with odion 3 on AP box?

(sm-g770f, Android 13, securitypatch-01.12.2022) @afaneh92.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lucas_p:
Because, I didnt make it to disable encryting in Android recoverymode.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Wrong thread
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lGBSl:
Hi there.

I wonder if you can answer my question. If I buy a brand new Canadian version of the Samsung S10e (G970W), will the firmware it comes installed with be possible to unlock (i.e. v4 or below bootloader), or will it ship with a later version?

Many thanks.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Stephanizgo:
One person has sm-g973u and he wants to know if it is possible to downgrade if not how can he do so
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Stephanizgo:
He has t-mobile version so theoretically if he installs from the same carrier tmb February security patch he should be fine?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] billa:
Pretty much all modern phones have a downgrade protection built in, therefore it's not possible to flash it with an older firmware. There's no way around it, don't waste your time. If you've already upgraded beyond the unlockable bootloader version, you're out of luck for now.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Stephanizgo:
Lucky the s10 will not get any more updates
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] billa:
Chances are that it will come upgraded with a non-unlockable bootloader version, unless you get lucky and get an old non-upgraded stock. Before buying it, ask the seller to take a picture of the screen Settings > About > Software version, and look at the 5th digit/character from right to left.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
might be updated, look for far sells shop or on ebay/etc ask the seller for software version
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
depend on bootloader version, but on S10 latest safe is v4 bootloader so you cant downgrade
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lGBSl:
Thanks for your response. I'm not sure it's something I can find out, as it's being sold through Samsung's Amazon store. For reference, here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09NLC1PR9?psc=1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lGBSl:
Just to add to this - I am based in Europe, so could quite easily purchase a Exynos model, but have heard that the Snapdragon has superior performance. Would it be easier for me to go for a Exynos instead, or is it worth the hassle of going the SD route?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Stephanizgo:
I have exynos it can run anything u throw at it
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lGBSl:
I've heard that the battery performance and picture quality is better on the SD, and also have the issue of brand new S10es being unavailable in the UK.

So my situation is thus: spend £228.66 on a new SD model (which is arguably superior) but possibly risk not being able to unlock it, or spend ≈£180 on a refurbished Exynos model, which is easier to customise.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kcafefu11:
Just finished the unlock on my SM-G965U. Afaneh answered any questions I had right away and there were no issues during the process. Many thanks to Afaneh for his help.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] billa:
If you're Europe then the Exynos is a better choice, since the bands are a better match for your network. While the QCom Snapdragon has slightly better performance and has matching bands for the US, the ease or rooting the Exynos far outweighs the benefits, and you can upgrade the firmware with the latest version and re-root it anytime without all the hassle. ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lGBSl:
It does seem like less hassle to get the Europe version. I was swayed partly in that the SD model would be brand new (as far as I can tell) rather than a refurbished model. But then there's the added risk of getting it shipped transatlantic and not easily being able to return it. I will go with Exynos then!! Thanks for your help, everyone.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] billa:
Not only less hassle to get the European Exynos version, but also to root it since you can upgrade it at any time without having to worry about the bootloader version like on the SD version. The SD S10E (G970U/U1 SD) and even the G970F (Exynos) will most likely be refurbs despite what the sellers claim. It's been discontinued for years now, so it's unlikely you'll find a new, never opened stock somewhere. Crafty sellers repackage them really well, fooling most buyers. It's better to buy it from an individual user than from a "company", since those are more likely to be refurbs. Just a heads up. ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] willard419:
I'm thinking I'm too far updated
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You can unlock, contact me
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] lucky_strike33:
Are you able to unlock s22 ultra verizon?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] XLQ:
I have a T-Mobile A32 with baseband 1? Can this be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Unrolled2:
I have US Cellular Galaxy S22 ultra 5g, with the SM8450 Qualcomm snapdragon possessor and my bootloader version is S908USQS2BWA2. How can I root the easiest way?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] hpc305:
Is the note 20 ultra 5g unlockable,(sm-n986u1)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] DAD12345:
I also have the SM-N986U1 I would have to post my current build but is this still available?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gearmaker:
I have the SM-G965U. Can this be unlocked?

Thank you
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Jfuchs2007:
I have a samsung galaxy A42 Verizon version and Im trying to downgrade from android 13 to android 11 and it said SW Rev Check Fail (Abl) device 4 binary 3 I want to downgrade the binary
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] beez1717:
I've been looking over this thread and I'm confused. If the US model doesn't have the OEM unlock option is it still able to be rooted?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] samframe:
Hello what is the link to download the tool?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] xdagee:
Theres no link, you have to request for the instructions to download if you phone;s firmware supports it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] aerial4ce:
Any luck here. BL v2, I believe? Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] simpleMonkey:
Hey afaneh92 I've got a S20 Ultra G988U Version. Would you be able to unlock it?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Jfuchs2007:
Idk
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] xB7x:
Is the Galaxy S8 unlockable?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Not supported, S9 and up
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] 1-800GetWr3ck3ed:
Was hoping you could help me unlock my bootloader? Please. :D it's a s10+ US ATT version
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] zulutron:
I have a galaxy s21+ G996U

One UI 5

Android 13

G996USQU5DVK3

My head spinning after reading so much about unlocking this stupid bootloader.

Please just let me know if my device is unlockable or not. If I missed something you need, please let me know.

Many thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Sinister254:
how do I look?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
No its not, v5 bootloader can't be unlocked. Only v1.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
V6 bootloader can't be unlocked, only v1 and 2
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Sinister254:
I figured i saw that too just wanted to make sure thanks though
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] zulutron:
Can I downgrade to version 1 or 2? I hate Samsung so bad! I'll never buy another thing from them again.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] SYnN420:
S21 5G

SM-G991U

Can this be unlocked?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] EXOJET:
Good, how are you going to do it, and what is the cost of the token itself?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
No way to downgrade bootloader version
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You are on v5 bootloader and only v1 can be unlocked.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] XDAnonymous:
Is paying for this service the only way to unlock an S20 or an S9 (both Snapdragon)?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
If they are US devices yes
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] adamajh92:
I have a Samsung Galaxy S10 (G973U1) US with Snapdragon. What are my options for rooting?

Latest updates/firmware
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
latest update is not supported yet
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] adamajh92:
Yet? Where can I look for updates?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I will post if any update available
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Master0fBlunt:
Im interested in services. Do I qualify? S9+
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] AndroidFrank16:
I have a a10e sm-a102u with exynos, is it supported? If so, then how much will it cost me
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Can be unlocked on v9 bootloader or below. 55USD
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] AndroidFrank16:
how do i know what bootloader version i have
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] AndroidFrank16:
Does D work
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
No, too updated
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Network_Pro:
Hi,

How can I recover from EDL mode ? The model is SM-N976V

Thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Wrong thread, but if your device does not go out with vol down + power for 7 seconds. Need EDL files and I dont have them.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Network_Pro:
I just wanted to unlock the bootloader to install TWRP, root it, debloat it, and try to force enable more LTE and 5G bands and options. My google searching led me to believe that the PCB has sufficient SoC and antenna for Sub6 5G bands to connect to my operator, but they were disabled in firmware, by Veriozn stupidity.

The device (SM-N976V) had bin v7 bootloader on it, for which there seem not to be a public bypass or debug files anywhere I can find, and I tried to flash N976VVRS4CTF3_Bypass.tar, twrp-3.4.0-1_afaneh92-d2xq.tar, vbmeta_disabled.tar as well as tried downgrading some mbn files from older firmwares. And I don't even know what these files actually do. :) I trusted the bootloader should survive my attempts.

I was wrong, the security protected boot process was disrupted and the phone was stuck in QDLoader mode.

Now I have no idea how to run a bootloader or a recovery or a firehose loader to be able to revive the device.

The device is still one of the best phones on the market with the Qualcomm chipset and I'd rather buy company stock for 2500$ rather than buy their newer device which is not going to be better than this one.

If someone knows someone who can help pleease PM me we can try USB remoting as well.

Thank you.

I will try this method

youtu.be/pxEIS-8OQBg

I was also experimenting and pushing buttons in cdmatool it is possible I have sent a command over the USB that put it in EDL mode however I can not be certain. The QDLoader happened right after I was spamming tar and mbn files over patched Odin/samfw tool. The phone have rejected all files which were not official with the exception of that Bypass tar file but if that is for older binary, the exploit probably did nothing. So the QDloader must have happened in a different way somehow. I do not believe the flash is faulty but it's also possible I made a bad sector on the flash, which should be recoverable as well.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Samsung patched the bypass on v4 for all sm8150 devices, so will end up in bricked device. As I said I don't have edl file for your device. If not available on the Internet you will end up with new motherboard.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rawhide85:
Good morning my friend. I hope this message finds you and your family well. I would like to know if the new S23 Ultra bootloader is unlockable and able to use TWRP? If so, what model, version is available for use with my AT&T network? Thank you in advance for your assistance regarding this request. Raleigh
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Good morning, thanks. Maybe soon
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rawhide85:
Any chance an international breeding will work?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Its US and Canada thread, international devices has oem unlock toggle. And can be unlocked for free.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rawhide85:
With that said, can you advise me on what madden to get that is compatible with AT&T network? Cheers
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
I cant garantee ATT and Verizon to run on international devices, as they said need to register sim. But maybe can work if you register sim on US device then use it on international. Contact them anyway.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rawhide85:
Thank you for the information. Cheers
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Network_Pro:
I can try many tools such as edl.py and qualcomm stuff from csdn. edl.py seem to have a firehose loader however the phone seems to be in Streaming mode and not EDL and I may need to force EDL by EDL cable / data+ gnd short.

From there I should be able to generate xml with edl.py however I am not sure about what mbn to flash to it to recover boot or if that is even necessary ? I can also try stuff from halabtech.

Let me know if I can try some idea.

Thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
As I said, you need device specific edl files for current bootloader you have or newer. Anything else would be useless.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Network_Pro:
This is true for download mode. EDL is Emergency download mode. Are you 100% sure, that the previous Firehose does not have the correct decryption keys for the data on the UFS ? Are you 100% sure that a previous version firmware will not be able to be written in EDL mode even if the current data is encrypted/corrupted ? Reference ? Thank you.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Even edl checks for bootloader and device model. And this is not the place to discuss bricked devices.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] root_addict:
Who do I contact for service?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Me
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] root_addict:
Okay. New to this website but not new to root. I have the DID. What else is needed? Can you PM me?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] johnnywhojr:
See his post 2. Has the details there
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] johnnywhojr:
Ha! I read the list and just saw fold. Lmao didn't think to look for the #4. Bahahaha....

All good friend....looking forward to this when possible. Any timeline at this point?

Thank you again.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Lukyboy18:
Hello, I have an SM-G998U1 smartphone, however I don't see the OEM unlock option, what should I do?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] eatspizza:
Return it or wait for exploit or buy international version for oem unlock. Can't guarantee it'll work on US carriers without trying

Monitor this thread for when 23 Ultra may be ready; https://xdaforums.com/t/android-uns...-canada-devices.4215101/page-71#post-88293793
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Don't answer without my permission
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
US devices has no oem unlock toggle, s21 can be unlocked on v1 bootloader. Post your software info
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] thefish123:
I am considering buying an S20 Ultra (SM-G988W) that is for sale here in Canada. But I want to make sure that it could be unlocked. Is there anything you need to get from the phone to confirm? How can I confirm that it does not have the new March 2021 bootloader? If it does, does that mean it can no longer be unlocked?

Sorry if these questions have been asked/answered elsewhere. I didn't see them.

Thanks,

The Fish
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
5th from the right on build number, or modem version.

G988WVLU3HWB6 here its v3 bootloader and not unlockable, must be v1
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Shastri B:
I am in a similar situation, I bought a s20 plus and my build number is G986U1UES3HWB5. I am familiar with Odin and know how to flash firmwares.

My question is pertaining to my model, is it possible to downgrade all the way back to the required bootloader v1 via flashing previous android versions.

I was reading from some other forum that it is possible to downgrade, but I'm unsure how far you can go.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
You can't downgrade bootloader version.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Scrunchy_McGee:
Hi, I think my S9+ is too updated (Build 9FVD1) but would like to check:

Can this be unlocked with your service?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Bdrew31337:
How about sm-G715u1 ??
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
v1 to 7 bootloader
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rfresh:
How about my note 10 plus N976V with 7 on the bootloader ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Must be 5 or below
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] rfresh:
Any possibilities in the future ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Cobre69:
Hi I was wondering if u would be able to do my galaxy s10e (sm-g970u).. and is there a fee to do what u gotta do so I can unlock my bootloader. Cause I'm so been trying to get another rooted phone so I can continue my studys/learning of all there is to kali Linux offensive security and PC/web security or programming. Rooted phones peak my interest because there is so little u can't do with a rooted phone and this galaxy s10e sm-g970u with a locked bootloader is pretty much headed in the trash unless we can do something about it and unlock it...

What do u think can u help me please. I don't have much for money so I hope there is no fee. Please and thank you mister hacker man sir.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
Hi, post your software info
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] osn10:
I have an sm-9700u device. I want to unlock the bootloader. Can you give me an email or contact ID?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] anonymousbusiness:
Ok inbox me so I can donate to have it done remotely
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] afaneh92:
what device you have and software info?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] osn10:
This information
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] osn10:
Can someone unlock the root please?

Can I go back to 5?

Please is there a solution?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Aurey24:
Looks like I'm outta luck rip, thanks anyways would've been cool tho
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Nameless Foe:
Its really not the money that's the issue... Its definitely Samsung not listening and allowing US bootloader to be unlocked

It does such that not many US devs are putting effort into certain phones other than the flagship ones
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] DroidJP:
Well to be fair, part of the problem with Samsung getting away with this in the first place is us. You can blame the average joe for not caring of any of this is most likely Samsung caters to. The only way this would change is by boycotting Samsung altogether. But the problem there is that there are too many average joes out there. Until this changes, Samsung is going to keep doing these stupid idiotic moves.

So the real blame is us for not caring and Samsung for locking things down. If you ask any average person they be like "i don't care i want my knox" lol.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Nameless Foe:
I do agree with you though

I paid for bootloader unlock and after, I slowly realized there was nothing really for my device other than unofficial TWRP thanks to @afaneh92

I'm definitely going to be buying a non-samsing device so I can actually flash custom roms, etc..
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Nameless Foe:
Yea. Not many people root their phones like we used to. Last time I had a rooted device was when Cyanogen Mod and titanium backup was the bread and butter
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Techguy777:
Yes you guys are both right. But in all fairness the prices should be no more then 50 dollars 1 time. These guys are making a killing and Its not right. Than to have to pay again if the bootloader locks from an update. It's hacked open anyway if someone could figure out how it's done we could probably all do it for free. 1 time fee is fine but I shouldn't have to keep repaying it probably takes 5 minutes for them to do it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Nameless Foe:
Well as far as a 1 time fee goes, yeah that cool for now because they are the only ones who can give us access to the unlock token for now

I'm not sure if the general public will even be able to get this unlock token without having an inside source... Samsung seems to have it on a lock and chain and thats it
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] DroidJP:
All i know i will hang on to this rom and not update at all unless it can be unlocked on future update. The way i see it, we may not have something like this on future Samsung device if they can't figure out how to unlock on latest updates. I still can't wrap my mind around the fact that my phone is unlocked and rooted on a US samsung device of 2020.

I get it, we here at xda were used to the oem unlock toggle like in the past and still be able to update no problem because of it but now that all has changed and suddenly boom this thread came out of nowhere just like that.

The money is because the length it took to get these official tokens that is only unique to that particular device even if both happens to be the same model. The token will only work on the device assigned to that did= This is why there is a cost.

What's more, this token can only be flashed once and only once like a one time movie ticket. Once the clerk scans your movie ticket, throw it away.

How any of this works on these samsung devices is beyond anyone's guess except those that work at Samsung lol.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Nameless Foe:
Exactly, the device specific "DID" token is where we get raped. Samsung is a POS