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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] parcosDiablo:
Quick question, does anybody know if we can move away from the TGY/BRI CSC to any other Snapdragon variant??

And still have a working rom?

The intervention of china/hongkong carriers is scary to an entent that this is not the only update being purposefully delayed..

Any advice from anyone who knows how to permanently move away to a different country rom is highly appreciated
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] china2017:
SM-G9980 CHC version flash to TGY in order to have google services but without changing the carrier settings (like SMS services, 5G and so on) or keep the CHC version but installing the GApps without rooting the phone.

Some additional info:

- The phone was bought in China;

- I've downloaded the two Odin versions (normal and patched);

- I've downloaded the CHC and TGY rom versions;

How to proceed next ?

I know how to install the TGY but last time when I installed a TGY version on an Note10+ bought in China I had big problems with the SMS services, on a phone number I received double SMS messages (China Telecom) and on the other one (China Mobile) I received the messages but I could not send out the messages.

Please advice, thanks !
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] 80s Baby:
I'd love to know this as well.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Aboelnasr:
If I haven't received the ****ty update today, I'll flash the USA XAA snapdragon version even if my phone dead 😭.

If I've successfully did it I'll revert, but if not I'll put my dead phone into my A** 😅
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
good luck ...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
It's very frustrating ... we are still wainting for the update, and have no news,
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Roosterkid:
I check on galaxyfirmware.com latest update still on G9980ZCS2AUIN
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] parcosDiablo:
Good luck mate... give it another day.. if this is ur daily driver, dont lose warranty just for the heck of it... its a very very expensive piece of machinery :(

Sad that a different nations regulations prevent u from receiving critical security patches!!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
What is funny now that i have received the THIRD update since Android 12 was introduced for my Galaxy S21 (Exynos) which is my work phone while my other private phone S21 Ultra (SM-G9980) TGY still on Android 11 and has not received any new update since longer than 2 months ago.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
i really don't understand why this version is so late for the update
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
Historically TGY/BRI/CHC variants of Galaxy phones gets the updates a couple of weeks after Exynos! But this time looks like something else happened during the beta test because the program of beta testing is still alive which indicate that something is not stable or wrong with the SW.

What is more annoying that Samsung or any of the operators in TGY/BRI/CHC region are talking about what is wrong and why the SW is delayed? they should inform end users about that .. I understand they want to make it as stable as possible (in the region this model is sold together with the specific operators) but i can't see what is the "unstable" fact that makes Samsung continuing the testing without further info.

EDIT: Even Fold 3 and Flip 3 that has received the Android 12 SW has serious issues that made Samsung halting the SW release. Both of these phones has the same chip (Snapdragon 888) as the S21.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
If that's the case, then they should be squashing as much bugs before they release the Android 12. I would prefer that but the security patch is way too late.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
Samsung shames Chinese smartphone makers with Android 12 rollout

After Google, Samsung was the first OEM to offer the latest Android 12 update to customers, and roughly one month ...

www.sammobile.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
Another day, another disappointment
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
Makes me think pixel again
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] parcosDiablo:
When u said 'beta is still active' is there a way I can get a hold of the official beta files for tgy? I know there is a link on the thread that shows us how to do it but its in Chinese so difficult for me to follow..

If its the same thing that you are referring to here, can u summarize the steps to install that beta? I am on the latest stable for TGY, do I need to install step wise all beta updates in adb?

Thanks in advance!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
I am sorry but I don't know how to install the Beta outside the official program, I believe it's better to wait for the official software.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] WapupaW:
They have delayed One UI 4 update to 2022 January.

Picture from HK official Samsung members app
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
It's a joke...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
No way!!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] parcosDiablo:
Are they trying to find a backdoor to ensure the privacy controls dont trip when the bastard govt. tries to continue their forced surveillance on citizens? And since now with Android 12, there is no way to escape it.. even for google services... that they (CCP and the Mobile carriers) are scared they might lose a tiny bit control over the users privacy?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
you have playstore and google services?thanks in advance
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] parcosDiablo:
sry.. nvm.. i thought this was for me.. lol
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
What the actual F are they thinking?

Missing 2 months of security update and missing out on an android update for this long is ridiculous.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
you have playstore and google services in the beta?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
I wouldn't take a phone from China anymore. I am deeply disappointed with the sleepy Samsung China team. Wait, but what's the point? Across the globe we are the only ones who have to wait after a security update but also Android 12. Disappointed.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
Yes. I have Playstore and associated Google services. It works as an official version, after installing all beta versions on the thread links. Personally, I have no problem
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
oh thanks,i have problems flashing aui6 chc version.

best is use home csc or normal csc?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
yeah man patetic situation with ours phones...2 months without updates and no android 12 ...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Mihalaki:
Does Google pay and bank apps work? Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bilalwarraich:
makes me sick when i think of changing my phone to other snapdragon region process i would have done this since. now im gona try do that. i cant wait anymore now January fk this.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
I used the home csc version of the cherydrive aui6 link and replaced the CP with that of the BRI version aui6 (it is likely that this was not useful but I think compared to my region it was best to do).

Before going to the Odin step, have you enabled developer mode to enable USB debugging? This will facilitate communication between the PC and the smartphone.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
Yes, the banking applications in my region (France) work. Google PAY works, while at Samsung PAY the service seems to work but the application is in Chinese.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
@Prodction ok.i flashed succsesly to beta 4 but now i have a problem...play store dont appear.the icon or aplication is missing.google services are there but play store not appear.only galaxy store and many chinese apps
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
It's true it's quite frustrating. Note that you can install the aptoide application from the Samsung internet application. Then on aptoide, search for the google play store. It will ask for an update and problem fix. Yes, numerous Chinese application but easily removable
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
.. although the list of complaints on ui4 is very long. Maybe when we get it it will be fixed.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] metadethrax:
I asked yesterday a Samsung Taiwan representative via online chat about the One UI 4 update and he told me the delay is caused by a (serious) bug the engineering team had discovered. He also told me all the technical resources are concentrated over the Android 12 update, therefore an Android 11 November or December security update is out of the question.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
"All technical resources" i think that's good enough for me
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zikoen:
Is this confirmed?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
I think it's a real info
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] WapupaW:
It should be real, since that information was sent from HK Samsung members app
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nobrain3000:
So, and what about the security updates? That is a big thing behind the scenes, I'm thinking..!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
i think they are focused in android 12 update.Delayed to january,so no security updates of a11
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
I am sure they have issues that stops them from releasing the update. Otherwise they have never been late like that before.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
In the meantime, we are the clients and undergo
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
Galaxy S21 gets its third Android 12-based update, now with December security patch

The Galaxy S21 series' public Android 12 rollout started a lot earlier than we had anticipated, with Samsung taking just ...

www.sammobile.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
Misleading. Our variant isnt included
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
lol true!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
After all these updates, I hope we will have a very efficient one ui 4 on our version
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
I also hope this. I wish there's an avenue to reach the right poeple from Samsung and give us an update.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] p40403:
Currently both Taiwan and Hong Kong versions are updated by China

China encountered a problem in BETA, WeChat can not operate normally

The WeChat version in the PLAY store is 8.0.15, and the latest 8.0.16 only adds support for Android 11.

If the Chinese version of the Android 12 update is released, the app that China depends on for a living cannot be used normally, and we can only wait for WeChat to launch the Android 12 update.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
It's a joke, we are waiting This long Just for an app, I understand it's a very popular app but not an essential one
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Aboelnasr:
Actually it's the most essential one at China, no cash at all, and payments or any type of money transfer on it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Mihalaki:
Hate to say I'm done with Samsung but I'm done with Samsung. First we have to resort to getting a Chinese version of the ultra to take advantage of the superior SD processor because it is not available in our region. Now we have to wait endlessly last in queue for the android 12 update. I'm currently using my older OP 8 pro with Evolution X 12 ROM which works flawlessly and just as fast as S21U A11 on this latest A12 ROM. I'm waiting for OP10 this time around knowing I will get the latest SD processor in a phone almost equivalent to S21U with timely updates or at the very least a ROM friendly phone without Samsung's ridiculous restrictions on their users especially in terms of processor per region to suit their profit margin.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
I'm agree with you, I think I'll sell my Phone for a pixel 6 pro
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Aboelnasr:
Try to search for its issues on reddit and you you will change your mind, slow fingerprint, green screen, even the build quality is not acceptable.

Actually I'm thinking to move to apple instead of Samsung ****.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
There's definitely a good number of issues from Reddit. However, you would expect that people wouldn't generally be posting if the phone is working well with no major issues.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
The last update correct most of these issues. I really like Android 12 design.

I would like to try one ui 4 Before sell my S21 ultra
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] p40403:
Everything about the Chinese is on this application. Without this application, there is no money. Food, clothing, housing and transportation are all on this application.

Due to the proliferation of counterfeit banknotes in China, many stores no longer accept banknotes and coins, all of which are electronic payments
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
I don't think it's about only 1 app.. it's bigger than that, i guess the main problem because of the similar issues that encountred the US Snapdragon variant.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
BETA 5 added today to the usual folder
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
Thanks for the update. Can you let us know if there's anything significant with this beta 5? Cheers
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
thanks! its possible to root the beta 5 mate?

play store works? thanks in advance
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
That's definitely a prove of the "more" issues fixing which is still ongoing, i wonder why Samsung was much more quicker to rule up the update to US customers with Snapdragon rather than waiting to fix all possible issues first.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] mpore14:
I would like to assume that the reason for this is so that Samsung gets the headline for being one of the brands that pushes out updates early. The repercussions from rolling out a half-baked software seems negligible than the media attention it gets from rolling out Android 12 early compared to other manufacturers.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
Anybody knows how to root beta 5 ??
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
What changes does Beta 5 offer ?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
where to find the beta5 download?

can you remind how its installed?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Mahmoudokealy:
樱桃云盘

cherrydrive.cn
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
thanks. am i correct i need to install all of them: beta 1 through 5 to get to 5?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
can just sideload through adb?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
i tried to install but got error that the device has an unexpected build date. I asusme the October update that I have on the phone is the wrong version to update the first update from. amyone know whuch build was the correct version to update from?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
First, you need to install the UI6 update through the cherydrive link with Odin. Then you can start by installing the beta via ADB.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
This must be a stability and security update. I don't see any difference with beta 4
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
It is almost no longer necessary to root. You have to wait for an official version of Android 12. In the meantime maybe it will be easier to put Android 11 back and root?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
can you provide the link to AUI6 too? Appreciated. I tried the ODIN way with AUI6 from sammobile, and installed it fine but I still got the same 'unexpected build date' error
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Prodction:
Tell me if you still get an error. Using the cherydrive link you will find Odin and the UI6 links 💪 , I did not encounter any problem on my tgy version.

UI6 --> https://cherrydrive.cn/s/l4jiJ?&continueFlag=8996eae0c64321f7eee9c45aadff3f8c&path=/底包五件套
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ivixmax:
y try to root a11 first and then update to beta and fail flash
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
im trying to install the betas. my device is TGY. I am failing to go back to AUI6. do i need to / how do I change CSC to the right China version in order to install AUI6 and then the bertas?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
You have to Flash the Chinese AUI6 with the reset CSC you have to wipe your Data but before u have to delete your samsung Account Google Account and Fingerprint from Ur phone if not Ur phone wont Flash any Firmware
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
ok - will try

which CSC to use? Home or the other?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
The other so that your Data gets wiped
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ugros:
Do you have the password to download ?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
Its:

beta
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
Thanks for all your help! I got there but I did NOT like all the Chinese requirements to let them upload all your contacts and monitor everything going forward!!! So I downgraded!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
Yeah its like u give Ur Smartphone to a creep ober there i understand u totally
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ugros:
Need to back-up before install the beta ?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
Yes recommended
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Ugros:
Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
For people who are testing the Beta 5, do you see big difference between that SW and the previous one? More stable?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Awaiting stable release, exynos have had it for over a month now
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
Only the New security Patch
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] lasha117:
Samsung halts Galaxy S21 One UI 4.0 update due to Google Play issue

Samsung is temporarily pulling the plug on the Android 12 One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S21 series in ...

www.sammobile.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
Android 12 seems to be very buggy for many manufacturers (Samsung, Oneplus)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nightoooo:
I think the problem is with Snapdragon 888 because the Exynos variant of S21 are working perfectly fine with Android 12 (OneUi4)!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
you maybe right, wait and see...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] afro972:
EXCLUSIVE: Samsung working on a new One UI 4.0 (Android 12) build, including Google patch

A couple of weeks after beginning the One UI 4 Beta program for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3, Samsung released the stable Android 12 update for these devices. However, the company did everything in the rush that eventually proved its decision wrong as the stable rollout is suspended...

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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] lasha117:
they resumed update but still there is no ota for me
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
How do you know it was resumed
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sharpshooterrr:
Samsung resumes rollout of stable One UI 4 based on Android 12 after fixing bugs

The Google Play issues have been worked out. Samsung's stable updates to One UI 4 based on Android 12 for the Galaxy S21 family and the Galaxy Z Fold3 and...

www.gsmarena.com

No mention of TGY/BRI/CHC, though.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] donw7eed:
My friend receive this update today (Exynos)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] ekerbuddyeker:
That's not for our device unfortunately...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] donw7eed:
Yes i know, i just telling you that the update was resumed after Samsung halted it
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
I think we are a few days away from receiving the update to Android 12
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Hope your right no update since October
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
Yes, October 18th was the last update.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
What happens is that our SM-G9980 model is used in China, and there are default applications such as wechat that seem to have problems with Android 12 .....I hope they have already solved it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Same here, as its taking ages, exynos has had android 12 for nearly 2 months now
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] lasha117:
and other s21 versions got second update in december :D
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
All because of the wechat app not working with android 12.who even uses it lol
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] taher2:
Swear to God, I'll never used and will never use wechat!

Just release that damn Android 12 so we feel a flagship owner.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] :
This is the last firmware available in their internal channel. Guess a release is near after all.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
The Chinese. It is their most important application to communicate with each other.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Why don't they Just use WhatsApp or telegram
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Excellent news, it'll be the latest stable one ui 4 then
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
Porque ellos están muy limitados debido a así gobierno. Cuando fui a China por negocios, en aduana me prohibieron hacer uso de WhatsApp. El gobierno de allá es bastante complicado con las redes sociales.

Translated by GT: Because they are very limited due to this government. When I went to China for business, customs prohibited me from using WhatsApp. The government there is quite complicated with social networks.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] :
Yes.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] tessut:
Were did u find that ?

On my checkfirm it does not check up and that Data is from 23 of December
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Wow insane
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Hopefully released ASAP
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
I see something else.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] :
Yeah...this is just the build publicly available. The "internal channel" is a test branch, where some new candidate firmwares are stored before public release.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
Ah ok.... Now I understand. I am already mentalized that the update will be for January.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] :
And maybe this exact firmware will be released next week, but in every case Samsung need to try it somewhere before pushing it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] arrowblade:
I have beein living in China for many year and communications are tightly controlled. Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, they are all blocked here to stop the local populace having access to non-government approved news sources. Still easily accessible through VPN though, so no big deal if you are willing to pay for one. The government won't knock on your door if you are using whatsapp.

However, i find it quite amusing how little the west understand China, like saying who uses wechat, just use whatsapp and those kind of throwaway statements. You wouldn't believe how tightly interwoven apps like wechat and alipay are into society here. It's a messaging system, payment system, you need it for the health QR code tracking system which (like it says) tracks your general movements by GPS and will show if you have been to any COVID danger zones in the past weeks. If your QR code flashes red, you ain't getting in anywhere, maybe can expect a visit from the health department, who knows. You need these QR codes to travel, get into shops, malls, restaurants. Everything is integrated with these platforms.

I myself did not trust these platforms at the beginning so i always carried cash, but consider me converted, me like the majority of local chinese, don't even carry a wallet anymore, everything is linked to wechat or alipay. You can't live here without a smartphone. Digital payment and integration is so far ahead of other countries it is insane.

But TLDR, if wechat ain't working, don't expect to see the 12UI update until it's fixed. Sorry lads!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] efrainmartinez:
Yes, your explanation is of great contribution. And I am clear that until the problem with wechat is solved, there will be no update. And obviously the technology in China is much more advanced than in any other country. Wechat is basic and elementary to do everything you say. Best regards.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kafafy:
The final Release 😍
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kafafy:
BUL3
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Where did you get this
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kafafy:
in this folder cherrydrive password : beta
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
How do I download it
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
Is that it
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kafafy:
i download all beta from first and now download the final update by Adb , but if you have android 11 and your mobile not have beta can check from update your mobile or wait tomorrow cand download from sammobile dot com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kafafy:
yes but if your mobile have beta 5
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bodomfan:
So it'll be there tomorrow