Is the USA getting VoLTE or nahhhh - ASUS ROG Phone 3 Questions & Answers

I guess I'll talk about the elephant in the room. Is the USA getting VoLTE on this year's iteration? Natively without rooting of course.

I'm using the ROG Phone 3 on Google Fi (so, T-Mobile) and it does not currently support VoLTE, it seems.

MishaalRahman said:
I'm using the ROG Phone 3 on Google Fi (so, T-Mobile) and it does not currently support VoLTE, it seems.
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That's a bummer. I wonder if AT&T or Verizon will support this device.

MishaalRahman said:
I'm using the ROG Phone 3 on Google Fi (so, T-Mobile) and it does not currently support VoLTE, it seems.
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How did you get your hands on one so early?

TikiThePug said:
How did you get your hands on one so early?
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I reviewed the phone for XDA: https://www.xda-developers.com/asus-rog-phone-3-review/

MishaalRahman said:
I reviewed the phone for XDA: https://www.xda-developers.com/asus-rog-phone-3-review/
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Crazy detailed review. Great work!

MishaalRahman said:
I'm using the ROG Phone 3 on Google Fi (so, T-Mobile) and it does not currently support VoLTE, it seems.
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I just saw this today. I wonder if T-Mobile is going to whitelist this phone.
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I just saw this today. I wonder if T-Mobile is going to whitelist this phone.
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Don't get your hopes up, but I asked them to fix this urgently since there's not much time left before T-Mobile kicks us off..

MishaalRahman said:
I'm using the ROG Phone 3 on Google Fi (so, T-Mobile) and it does not currently support VoLTE, it seems.
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Your not using the a model. There is an a, and a b model. The a model has full support of TMO bands, and volte.
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MishaalRahman said:
Don't get your hopes up, but I asked them to fix this urgently since there's not much time left before T-Mobile kicks us off..
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Doesn't matter. They are not blacklisting phones without official volte. If it supports volte, which the a version does, it will work.

bs3pro said:
Your not using the a model. There is an a, and a b model. The a model has full support of TMO bands, and volte.
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Doesn't matter. They are not blacklisting phones without official volte. If it supports volte, which the a version does, it will work.
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How do you what the version is? Is it a different model number or the Global vs US? How can someone make sure they get the correct version?

LordTrouble said:
How do you what the version is? Is it a different model number or the Global vs US? How can someone make sure they get the correct version?
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The A version will be sold on Asus U.S. website.

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Your not using the a model. There is an a, and a b model. The a model has full support of TMO bands, and volte..
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Do you know for sure if Model A support VoLTE? I'm pretty interested in this phone (coming from a Razer Phone 2), but the lack of VoLTE is kind of a killer (especially if T-Mobile is going to mandate it). I tried contacting Asus's support about it, but the guy I got in chat really didn't seem to know anything.
Also, does anyone know if it supports wi-fi calling? Since T-Mobile's coverage isn't... always the best... this is also a pretty important feature.

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Do you know for sure if Model A support VoLTE? I'm pretty interested in this phone (coming from a Razer Phone 2), but the lack of VoLTE is kind of a killer (especially if T-Mobile is going to mandate it). I tried contacting Asus's support about it, but the guy I got in chat really didn't seem to know anything.
Also, does anyone know if it supports wi-fi calling? Since T-Mobile's coverage isn't... always the best... this is also a pretty important feature.
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VOLTE, yes, VOWIFI, probably no, but i'm sure devs will get it working. Im also sure the guy who got VOLTE working on the rog2, can get it working, IF Asus drops volte before the US release.

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VOLTE, yes, VOWIFI, probably no, but i'm sure devs will get it working. Im also sure the guy who got VOLTE working on the rog2, can get it working, IF Asus drops volte before the US release.
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Thanks. If Asus won't be implementing it officially, then I guess I'll wait for a custom ROM before buying the phone that does enable it.

Anyone know when this will be on ASUS U.S. store? I thought it was supposed to release july 22nd but cant find it anywhere except ebay coming from HK

Hi everyone!
I am considering to import Asus Rog Phone 3 CN version with Global ROM from China to France because it would save me around 400 euros.
Please suggest there would be any major issues with such imported devices? Has anyone imported smartphones from CN with Global ROM? Please let me know. Your inputs would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

aeispr said:
Anyone know when this will be on ASUS U.S. store? I thought it was supposed to release july 22nd but cant find it anywhere except ebay coming from HK
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I heard on Reddit it was coming in September, but I think it's the same as last year where they do a surprise release in the store.

Comes out in September in US

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N6 - XT1100 vs XT1103 ... No difference?

Guys,
I was doing a comparison on a few different websites and noticed that there's two different models, XT1100 & XT1103 (US & Global models), but there didn't appear to be any difference on anything - including frequencies/bands?
Can you guys confirm this?
Thanks!
AdamNCincy said:
Guys,
I was doing a comparison on a few different websites and noticed that there's two different models, XT1100 & XT1103 (US & Global models), but there didn't appear to be any difference on anything - including frequencies/bands?
Can you guys confirm this?
Thanks!
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They are different, I was not aware of this either:
Android Police Details 2 different N6 models/
Thanks!
So, it looks like if you have the US version you're pretty much covered for the most part using it internationally?
AdamNCincy said:
Thanks!
So, it looks like if you have the US version you're pretty much covered for the most part using it internationally?
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Generally, you should be okay. Although the US SKU lacks Band 20 which is somewhat popular in Europe, you're connectivity is decent.
Would it be possible to activate a Global version on VZW?
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Would it be possible to activate a Global version on VZW?
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I have a Nexus 6 form the Play Store on Verizon. Their website shows as Non-VZW Device but I had a nano sim already and works without any issues for me so far. No visual voicemail because theres no way to install the app that I know of.
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I have a Nexus 6 form the Play Store on Verizon. Their website shows as Non-VZW Device but I had a nano sim already and works without any issues for me so far. No visual voicemail because theres no way to install the app that I know of.
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sundownls1 said:
Would it be possible to activate a Global version on VZW?
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Global - no. You would still have to get the US version.
rootSU said:
Global - no. You would still have to get the US version.
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I was not aware of a global version and a US version of the Nexus 6. If anything wouldn't the Google Play one be a global device since it wasn't purchased from a carrier?
jtorress said:
I was not aware of a global version and a US version of the Nexus 6. If anything wouldn't the Google Play one be a global device since it wasn't purchased from a carrier?
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Nope. There is a North America version which should work on all US and Canadian carriers. Then there is the international version, which should work on most others in the rest of the world.
The great thing about snapdragon is with only 2 versions of the phone, you can cover pretty much all the LTE bands in the world.
So if you buy from Play in the US. You get the North America version. If you buy one in Europe, you get the international version.
rootSU said:
Nope. There is a North America version which should work on all US and Canadian carriers. Then there is the international version, which should work on most others in the rest of the world.
The great thing about snapdragon is with only 2 versions of the phone, you can cover pretty much all the LTE bands in the world.
So if you buy from Play in the US. You get the North America version. If you buy one in Europe, you get the international version.
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Sure enough XT1103 is the US and the XT1100 is the global one. Good info. I learned something today. Thanks.
Sorry for bringing this thread up again. Which one is the international Version with band 20 now? XT1100? Google can't give me a clear answer with this one.
Stylez Ray. said:
Sorry for bringing this thread up again. Which one is the international Version with band 20 now? XT1100? Google can't give me a clear answer with this one.
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XT1103 is the North American version. XT1100 is the International version
How to know the model number of my nexus 6 device? I have no clue if it's 1103 or 1100? I don't have a box.
Saad Ali said:
How to know the model number of my nexus 6 device? I have no clue if it's 1103 or 1100? I don't have a box.
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Reboot to bootloader.
Evolution_Tech said:
Reboot to bootloader.
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Done. It's an xt1100.
Thanks a lot.
You can also verify the model by going into Settings, About phone, Regulatory information.
stevemw said:
You can also verify the model by going into Settings, About phone, Regulatory information.
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Might depend what ROM is on the phone. I don't have that on mine. Bootloader is good though because that is pretty difficult to fake.
Guess the legal and regulatory information are provided for Google's requirements.
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Guess the legal and regulatory information are provided for Google's requirements.
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I've got legal information, but only contains this...
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Legal Information on stock shows this pic

SM-S920L (Straight Talk[Verizon]) Galaxy Grand Prime 5.0.2

Since there is absolutely ZERO info about this cell, I think those of us should share little what we have. Im uploading a STOCK KERNEL and STOCK RECOVERY file using the FLASHIFY.apk. I am rooted using KINGROOT! The STOCK rom is 5.0.2!
STOCK KERNEL
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0SpViU3rvl6dWtKOVAweEh2QW8/view?usp=sharing
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0SpViU3rvl6blNFaEkzQlN4aXc/view?usp=sharing
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Excellent. The only other person besides myself in the world with this variant. I have posted the the boot.img,recovery.img, and build.prop in another thread to have a custom recovery made, but havent heard anything back yet.
I too am having an issue finding anything for this phone. Not to tech savvy myself but I'm sure something will come soon. Black Friday at Walmart sold a ton of these phones so I'm sure it won't be long.
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Me too man bought on Black friday and looking to unlock this for t mobile . Let's see what happen ??
EDIT:- Is someone is using for other network than straightalk ??
I too snagged this phone at Walmart on Black Thursday right after a hearty meal of turkey and all the fixin's lol. So far, all I've been able to really accomplish on this device is to root it with KingRoot, replace KingRoot with SuperSU and enable tethering. We really do need a custom recovery for this variant. A permissive kernel would be nice too.
I bought one of these phones from black Friday online from Wal-mart the Straight Talk model but online it shows S920C instead of S920L.... Does anyone know the difference?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/46716426
I don't have the device in hand yet, should be here by the 4th to verify the model number. I posted the link though.
Update
I have a SM-S920L(As screenshot above) and i bought from Best buy and it is locked to Tracfone. I called to cell representative and he told me that it can be unlock after 1 year of use.
James L said:
I bought one of these phones from black Friday online from Wal-mart the Straight Talk model but online it shows S920C instead of S920L.... Does anyone know the difference?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/46716426
I don't have the device in hand yet, should be here by the 4th to verify the model number. I posted the link though.
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When trying to update the software from 5.0.2 to 5.1.1 it says update temperarally unavailable I called Samsung and there is an update but for some reason I can't get it anyone else have this problem?
DanHutchins said:
When trying to update the software from 5.0.2 to 5.1.1 it says update temperarally unavailable I called Samsung and there is an update but for some reason I can't get it anyone else have this problem?
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I've read somewhere that in order to update you have to get a new SIM card from Straight talk. I myself haven't test this theory so if anyone is able to update after doing so, please post your results for the rest of us.
I read the same just was wondering if there was another way thanks for the info.
DanHutchins said:
I read the same just was wondering if there was another way thanks for the info.
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If you do find another way let us know. Seems like a pain just to get an update.
So I talked to straight talk and they said that the ota issue don't qualify for a sim replacement. Not to sure how the other people got there's but they refuse to send me one. I will be doing more research to find another way. They also claim that 5.0.2 is the latest version for the phone but the others that have had the sim replaced have 5.1.1
I haven't seen mention of any SM-S920L's on 5.1.1.
swapn said:
Me too man bought on Black friday and looking to unlock this for t mobile . Let's see what happen ??
EDIT:- Is someone is using for other network than straightalk ??
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This variant is the LTE version. In other words, it's already unlocked. You should be able to put pretty much any SIM in.
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adrwill2000 said:
This variant is the LTE version. In other words, it's already unlocked. You should be able to put pretty much any SIM in.
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Does this mean that LTE phones are unlocked? I always thought it was just a type of 4g just a bit faster
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After further research I have found that 5.0.2 is the latest for the phone so I am assuming that the others that had this and claim it was fixed with new sim was probably just the timing of the update being available and was only to 5.0.2.
After getting the phone in hand it's indeed a S920L and not a S920C as shown on the Wal-Mart website
Is there anyway to change the APN settings on this phone? Just got it today and i am unable to get picture messages from people i was previously getting them from with my old phone/sim. Thanks!
Azdonald said:
Is there anyway to change the APN settings on this phone? Just got it today and i am unable to get picture messages from people i was previously getting them from with my old phone/sim. Thanks!
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If its a straight talk phone you should be able to go to the Straight Talk website and get the APN APN or VPN whatever you need other than that I don't know
Nope, no way to change it. It's a CDMA/LTE phone on Verizon Wireless.
I have to say this is an awesome phone. I'm using straight talk with TWRP Recovery and Turbos Rom

Note 9 us version on tmobile

Hi guys,
I'm new here and want to get yalls opinion and expertise if the unlocked US version Note 9 will work fully on tmobile network? I got it from b&h photo as it has a lot of freebies (Dex and the new dual charger) plus there's no tax.
No. 1 priority for me is if tmobile band 71 will work on this us version note 9.
Thank you in advance for all your comments and suggestions.
Great question. As far as I can tell, it has Band 71 (600mhz)...
I think TM uses some of the lowest frequencies over other carriers, like their cement drilling band 71....aweosme.
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It should work with all bands. Just don't expect HD voice, VOLTE or Wi-Fi calling to work.
It will absolutely have Wi-Fi calling and VoLTE. I've had several unlocked phones with them and they all offer both options. T-Mobile is very open to outside devices.
I appreciate y'alls reply.
I've read you can flash tmo's firmware with this unlocked phones to get tmo features, is that true?
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I appreciate y'alls reply.
I've read you can flash tmo's firmware with this unlocked phones to get tmo features, is that true?
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For the Note 8 it is as long as it was Snapdragon.. Don't know about the Note 9.
It'll work
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I appreciate y'alls reply.
I've read you can flash tmo's firmware with this unlocked phones to get tmo features, is that true?
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What t-mo features are you talking about? The only one's important enough I'm thinking of are VOLTE and wi-fi calling which the unlocked model supports.
Jrbn2g said:
I appreciate y'alls reply.
I've read you can flash tmo's firmware with this unlocked phones to get tmo features, is that true?
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Has this been figured out? My wife and I bought unlocked Note 9's yesterday. We have wifi calling, but my wife misses having video calling. So is it possible to flash the tmobile firmware to enable that and any other missing features from the t-mobile note 9?
streetracer8605 said:
Has this been figured out? My wife and I bought unlocked Note 9's yesterday. We have wifi calling, but my wife misses having video calling. So is it possible to flash the tmobile firmware to enable that and any other missing features from the t-mobile note 9?
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Yes you can flash the tmobile firmware as long as the device you have is the US Snapdragon Note 9.
Semantics said:
It should work with all bands. Just don't expect HD voice, VOLTE or Wi-Fi calling to work.
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VoLTE and wifi calling both work
TechOut said:
VoLTE and wifi calling both work
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How about video calling?
Semantics said:
How about video calling?
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Don't know never used it
Just got mine one hour ago and so far I can confirmed that WiFi Calling is working, my phone still going thru all the updates and downloading apps on a slow internet connection here in the office.
How can I check what band is my phone using?
Jrbn2g said:
Just got mine one hour ago and so far I can confirmed that WiFi Calling is working, my phone still going thru all the updates and downloading apps on a slow internet connection here in the office.
How can I check what band is my phone using?
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Use either LTE Discovery or Cell Mapper, both can be found in the Google Play Store.
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Damn! Video calling is definitely missing on t-mobile. Can someone post a tutorial as to how to flash to a t-mobile software?
Jrbn2g said:
Hi guys,
I'm new here and want to get yalls opinion and expertise if the unlocked US version Note 9 will work fully on tmobile network? I got it from b&h photo as it has a lot of freebies (Dex and the new dual charger) plus there's no tax.
No. 1 priority for me is if tmobile band 71 will work on this us version note 9.
Thank you in advance for all your comments and suggestions.
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I read somewhere that RCS messaging doesn't work on t mobile for the unlocked note 9.
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Semantics said:
It should work with all bands. Just don't expect HD voice, VOLTE or Wi-Fi calling to work.
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I do have the unlocked version on T-Mobile and everything you mentioned is supported. Check next time before posting wrong information.
Darknightkiller said:
I do have the unlocked version on T-Mobile and everything you mentioned is supported. Check next time before posting wrong information.
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And how did you verify all of these features are working?
Darknightkiller said:
I do have the unlocked version on T-Mobile and everything you mentioned is supported. Check next time before posting wrong information.
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Confirm what features don't work. I'd hazard a guess.. RCS on the stock messaging app.
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FM Radio enabled?

If I recall correctly, saw some press from the beginning of the year that Samsung phones released this year would have their FM Radio's enabled. Is it?
Yes, FM radio is enabled. I downloaded Next Radio and was able to listen to FM when I plugged in my headphones.
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What about the OEM interface? Can we make it work like the S7/8/note8 did?
I don't live in America and want the even frequencies to display as well as RDS.
What is the OEM interface. If you'll explain it to me, then I can try it and tell you.
#EDIT: I see your screenshots, I checked in my "package disabler pro" and there is not a stock radio app that comes with phone.
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What is the OEM interface. If you'll explain it to me, then I can try it and tell you.
#EDIT: I see your screenshots, I checked in my "package disabler pro" and there is not a stock radio app that comes with phone.
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I need to know if the fm radio modem are hidden for snapdragon as I'm from asia and we are only getting the exynos chipset and wonder i will ever be able to enable the radio
grmcrkrs said:
What is the OEM interface. If you'll explain it to me, then I can try it and tell you.
#EDIT: I see your screenshots, I checked in my "package disabler pro" and there is not a stock radio app that comes with phone.
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I remember the previous models didn't have it with the American variants as well.
The note 8 had it with the Hong Kong DS variant preinstalled and was posted here in XDA. I grabbed the .apk from there and made it work with rooted S7/8 T-mo variant by pushing the apk to system.
Someone who bought the HK variant, not sure how they name it this year, can shed some light and confirm?
@mynamemetallica There must be a snapdragon variant for China and Hong Kong. This one should do. I think SM-N9600 or 9608 but I'm not sure.
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I remember the previous models didn't have it with the American variants as well.
The note 8 had it with the Hong Kong DS variant preinstalled and was posted here in XDA. I grabbed the .apk from there and made it work with rooted S7/8 T-mo variant by pushing the apk to system.
Someone who bought the HK variant, not sure how they name it this year, can shed some light and confirm?
@mynamemetallica There must be a snapdragon variant for China and Hong Kong. This one should do. I think SM-N9600 or 9608 but I'm not sure.
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I already got the phone 2 days back SM-N960F model and it's not a snapdragon varient
amazing! i got the unlocked usa version, FM radio is actually working!
mynamemetallica said:
I already got the phone 2 days back SM-N960F model and it's not a snapdragon varient
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That's unfortunate. I always double check before I buy. In my country only the Exynous architecture is available thus buying from local retailer is not an option for me. Luckily there is credit card and Ebay\Amazon to buy anything I want from. Just need to verify about this Hong Kong variant, hope someone who has it will show up and confirm. If not, I guess I should be going with U.S.A.
I have the T-Mobile variant and I have confirmed that yes FM is working.
Same as the note 8, snapdragons worked but exynos didn't.
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The question is which variant that has FM working is also rootable?
I can confirm that the AT&T variant has an FM radio. I tried it with the Next Radio app. You need wired headphones plugged in to be the antenna.
Verizon version has FM radio enabled, too. Confirmed for the 512 gb model and 128 gb
My Note 9 in Brazil (SM-N9600) comes with a preinstalled/oficial from Samsung FM Radio app. Snapdragon variant =)
My US unlocked has the FM enabled but it didn't come with the stock Samsung app and I'm unable to install it directly. Anybody else have any luck?
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsu...radio-3-0-31-6-android-apk-download/download/
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I have the US unlocked SM-N960U1, manufactured in Korea. FM radio is enabled and works great. I use the NextRadio app. (I don't ordinarily want FM radio rather than streaming, but it's good to have as an emergency option.)
danielsigma said:
My Note 9 in Brazil (SM-N9600) comes with a preinstalled/oficial from Samsung FM Radio app. Snapdragon variant =)
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Does it also record?
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featureza8336 said:
My US unlocked has the FM enabled but it didn't come with the stock Samsung app and I'm unable to install it directly. Anybody else have any luck?
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsu...radio-3-0-31-6-android-apk-download/download/
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Check out the WETA custom ROM for N9600 thread. It has the supposedly working stock FM experience. The .apk file should be located at /system/priv-app/HybridRadi/HybridRadi.apk
Now only left to figure out how to lay it there on N960Unrooted.
Yes, it has recording function (to SD card / internal) and timer. No RDS.
mustasusi said:
Does it also record?
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Check out the WETA custom ROM for N9600 thread. It has the supposedly working stock FM experience. The .apk file should be located at /system/priv-app/HybridRadi/HybridRadi.apk
Now only left to figure out how to lay it there on N960Unrooted.
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danielsigma said:
Yes, it has recording function (to SD card / internal) and timer. No RDS.
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No AM radio either.
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Flashing International Firmware on North American variant

All Galaxy Z Fold 2's have the Snapdragon chipset. So I was wondering if we can flash global firmware (F916B) on a North American (F916U) phone. Can anyone test it out? If we can do that, then we should be able to root the North American variant.
I've asked a few people about this and I've gotten mixed responses. So I was wondering if anyone can test it out. I haven't received my Z Fold 2 yet so I can't test.
Ariel_PR said:
All Galaxy Z Fold 2's have the Snapdragon chipset. So I was wondering if we can flash global firmware (F916B) on a North American (F916U) phone. Can anyone test it out? If we can do that, then we should be able to root the North American variant.
I've asked a few people about this and I've gotten mixed responses. So I was wondering if anyone can test it out. I haven't received my Z Fold 2 yet so I can't test.
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Not possible right now, odin regardless of hardware will not allow cross flashing of different model numbers. It will fail everytime
I haven't even seen anyone try using the modified odin on the note 20 ultra yet let alone the more expensive fold.
Wasn't this done on the Note 10+ to go between U and U1?
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Wasn't this done on the Note 10+ to go between U and U1?
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U and U1 were the the same device. Similar to how the carrier variants of the fold can be flashed to unlocked firmware.
I imagine there's something different though that makes it so we can't flash the firmware from the international and vice versa.
Not quite sure but I thought there were really only 2 versions with the only difference being the amount of storage...
The US Unlocked version don't have the eSIM activated... I'm just hoping a software update will activate the eSIM like the EU one's.
This person has a US Unlocked model and was asked which SIM did he want to use but as far as i know, only the East has gotten the Sept update to enable esim
https://www.reddit.com/r/GalaxyFold/comments/j3j7gj/i_was_activating_my_silver_z_fold_2_and_i_was/
I contacted samsung support yesterday and they said that esim will be enabled with next update(US).. of course they did not provide any date so I guess we just need to wait
jetab said:
I contacted samsung support yesterday and they said that esim will be enabled with next update(US).. of course they did not provide any date so I guess we just need to wait
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I'm thinking maybe in 2 weeks. Hoping for next week. Google usually pushes security updates the first Monday/Tuesday of the month and at times Samsung has been quicker.
Ariel_PR said:
All Galaxy Z Fold 2's have the Snapdragon chipset. So I was wondering if we can flash global firmware (F916B) on a North American (F916U) phone. Can anyone test it out? If we can do that, then we should be able to root the North American variant.
I've asked a few people about this and I've gotten mixed responses. So I was wondering if anyone can test it out. I haven't received my Z Fold 2 yet so I can't test.[/QUOTE
Now there is root for the US Note 20 ultra and apparently the Z fold 2 also.
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New update pushed. Still no eSIM
To the previous poster who mentioned Samsung told him eSIM would be enabled in the next update, that update was pushed today, and unfortunately, still no eSIM. I feel like this alone makes my $2k phone not worth its price tag...
jetab said:
I contacted samsung support yesterday and they said that esim will be enabled with next update(US).. of course they did not provide any date so I guess we just need to wait
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I spoke to Samsung last week and was told there will be no esim update for the (US)
They've been claiming an update since day 1, still not here. I do believe it's coming though since it's an advertised feature and included in the spec; they pretty much have to cough it up sooner or later.
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A "pre-sales" chat with Samsung proves they're advertising this device as eSIM capable, and stating it will be enabled in an update. So it seems we're getting mixed responses (maybe depending on whether or not we've already bought the device?) All I know is that the hardware supports it and their representatives say it is supported and will be enabled, even if that's only to make a sale...
force70 said:
Now there is root for the US Note 20 ultra and apparently the Z fold 2 also.
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I just saw this message (2 months later.) I searched online and I can't find any info on rooting the US variant. Do you have a link?
Ariel_PR said:
I just saw this message (2 months later.) I searched online and I can't find any info on rooting the US variant. Do you have a link?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/rom-sac23-note-20-ultra-n986u-custom-rom-snapdragon.4164875/
This is the note 20 ultra thread but should get you started in the right direction.

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