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Download Galaxy Tab Active Firmware [Stock ROM, Unbrick, Update, Downgrade, Fix, Back To Stock, Restore]

February 18, 2016, 1:46 am
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Tab Active WiFi edition

Galaxy Tab Active [SM-T360]

Tab Active LTE-A edition

Galaxy Tab Active LTE-A [SM-T365]

Galaxy Tab Active LTE-A [SM-T365F0]

Galaxy Tab Active LTE-A [SM-T365M]

Galaxy Tab Active LTE-A [SM-T365Y]

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy Tab Active. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy Tab Active by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy Tab Active. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy Tab Active and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy Tab Active from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

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Update [G928C added] Galaxy S6 Edge Plus gets Marshmallow firmware too [Odin TAR]

February 23, 2016, 8:50 pm
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Update: The International model of Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, SM-G928C, just got its share of Odin flashable firmware. We’ve provided a download link of the same at the download link below to our Edge Plus firmware page. The build no. of G928C Galaxy S6 Edge Plus is G928CXXU2BPB8 (PB8 in short, full filename being G928CXXU2BPB8_G928COJV2BPB7_MID.zip).

After the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge started receiving the update in various regions in Europe two days before, it’s the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus who is up for the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update treatment, starting in Korea today.

The firmware, flashable via Odin, is already available for download and installation. The firmware is particularly for model no. G928S, and it’s full name G928SKSU2BPAG_G928SSKC2BPAG_SKC.zip.

Download Link: G928SKSU2BPAG and G928CXXU2BPB8

Those living in Korea and owning a Galaxy S6 Edge Plus with model no. G928S (on SK Telecom) can download it right away, and install using our guide for the same purpose to upgrade to Marshmallow now.

Guide: How to install Samsung Marshmallow firmware

Let us know if you need any help with this. We will be sure to get you firmware files for G928F, G928C, G928T (T-Mobile), G928P (Sprint), G928V (Verizon), G928A (AT&T), etc. as and when these become available, which should be soon at least for International models now that Korean one has got one.

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Download Galaxy S7 Firmware: Android 7.0 Nougat update G930FXXU1DPLT [available]

March 2, 2016, 9:36 pm
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Note: We’re mentioning the latest firmwares added to this page in the list below. Please find the download links for these firmwares in the relevant section below.

  • G930FXXU1DPLT (Android 7.0 Nougat, Europe, available)
  • G930AUCU4APJ4 (AT&T)
  • G930FXXU1ZPK4 (Android 7.0 Nougat beta)
  • G930FXXU1BPJG (November patch)
  • G930PVPS4APJ2 (Sprint)
  • G930TUVU4APK1 (T-Mobile, November patch)
  • G930FXXS1BPJ1 (Global)
  • G930TUVU4APIA (T-Mobile)
  • G930PVPU2APE1 (Sprint)
  • G930R4TYU2APE2 (US Cellular)

Update [January 17, 2017]: Samsung has released the official stable Android 7.0 Nougat update for the Galaxy S7 users today, and it comes as firmware software version G930FXXU1DPLT. The DPLT build number is now available for download as Odin TAR firmware, so that anyone with the same model no. as in the name of the firmware can upgrade to Android 7.0 Nougat update right away. See the downloads section below.

galaxy-s7-Nougat-europe-release

Update [November 10, 2016]: The build no. of the Android 7.0 Nougat firmware for Galaxy S7 sets at US carriers like AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon have leaked out. While the Nougat update is yet to arrive on these devices, whenever it comes, we think it will have the build no. given here. Please look into relevant carrier section below to find its Nougat firmware software version/build.

Update [November 09, 2016]: Yup, we know you want to grab the Android 7.0 Nougat firmware build G930FXXU1ZPK4, and we too are quite keen to provide you just that. We’re waiting for the PK4 update to show up, and once it does, we will provide you direct download link mirror with fast download speed. So, hang on with us until we get our hands on the G930FXXU1ZPK4 build. Update: G930FXXU1ZPK4 firmware download link NOW available below.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Firmware

Model no. SM-G930A (AT&T)

Model no. SM-G930P (Sprint)

Model no. SM-G930R4

Model no. SM-G930T (T-Mobile)

Model no. SM-G930V (Verizon)

Model no. SM-G930W8 (Canadian)

Model no. SM-G930U

Model no. SM-G930F

Model no. SM-G930K/L/S (Korean)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy S7. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy S7 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy S7. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy S7 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy S7 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

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Download Galaxy S7 Edge Firmware: Android 7.0 Nougat update G935AUCS4BQC2

March 2, 2016, 9:46 pm
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Note: We’re mentioning the latest firmwares added to this page in the list below. Please find the download links for these firmwares in the relevant section below.

  • G935FXXU1DPLT (Android 7.0 Nougat, Europe, Available)
  • G935AUCS2APH1 (AT&T)
  • G935FXXU1ZPK4 (Android 7.0 Nougat beta)
  • G935TUVU4APK1 (T-Mobile)
  • G935AUCS4API2 (AT&T)
  • G935KKKU1APJ5 (October patch)
  • G935PVPU2APH7 (Sprint)
  • G935TUVU4APIA (T-Mobile)
  • G935VVRU2APE1 (Verizon)
  • G935PVPU2APE1 (Sprint)
  • G935R4TYU2APE2 (US Cellular)

Update [January 17, 2017]: Stable Nougat OTA update for Galaxy S7 Edge users, whether those who participated in the Nougat beta program or not, has been released today by Samsung. It comes as build G935FXXU1DPLT for the S7 Edge, and is now available for download for both UK and Czech Republic. Check out the downloads section below.

galaxy-s7-Nougat-europe-release

Update [November 10, 2016]: Build no. of Android 7.0 Nougat firmware for the AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile is already out on the web while there are no signs of imminent release just yet. Samsung released the Nougat beta yesterday for Korean Galaxy S7, but a Nougat beta firmware leaked out for the global varaint of Global Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge too, the relevant one added below too. Find the new build no. in the relevant carrier section below, but don’t expect these to release any soon, in fact, not within a month. Maybe by December end, we will have the Android 7.0 build out for Sprint Galaxy S7 Edge, and perhaps Verizon too.

Update [November 09, 2016]: Samsung released the Galaxy S7 Edge Nougat update as beta earlier today, and while it went live in Korea right away, we’re still waiting for the update for other Asian and European regions, and other models than G930K. But we know that the Nougat firmware will be G935FXXU1ZPK4 build. So, hang on while we try to get our hands on the PK4 Android 7.0 build for your S7 Edge, and keep checking this page repeatedly in the meantime. UPDATE: You can NOW download the G935FXXU1ZPK4 firmware, without need of password.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-G935A (AT&T)

BTW, you can also install the firmware available for the AT&T variant of UNLOCKED Galaxy S7 Edge, that comes with model no. SM-G935U, not typical G935A, and is provided in the separate section below. Look for model no. SM-G935U, AT&T edition.

The AT&T G935U firmware is confirmed to be working alright on regular locked Galaxy S7 Edge. Installing the G935U firmware on regular G935A device means all the AT&T apps and stuff are removed from the device, while Samsung’s such bloatware stuff can uninstalled to except for some 4 apps such Samsung Pay, Samsung Apps store, etc. Which is okay.

If you face any difficulty with Odin, do let us know.

Model no. SM-G935P (Sprint)

Model no. SM-G935T (T-Mobile)

Model no. SM-G935V (Verizon)

Model no. SM-G935R4 (US Cellular)

Model no. SM-G935W8 (Canadian)

Model no. SM-G935U (UNLOCKED Edition for each US carrier)

Model no. SM-G935F

Model no. SM-G935K/L/S (Korean)

Model no. SM-G9350 (Chinese)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy S7 Edge. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy S7 Edge by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy S7 Edge. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy S7 Edge and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy S7 Edge from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

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G900R4VXU2CPD2: Download US Cellular Galaxy S5 Marshmallow update firmware

May 4, 2016, 4:43 am
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In case US Cellular and Samsung are yet to push the big Marshmallow update to your Galaxy S5, you can take our little bit of help to upgrade your Galaxy S5 to Marshmallow right away.

What you can do is download the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update for your US Cellular Galaxy S5 from below, and install it all by yourself using our guide for the purpose.

The US Cellular Galaxy S5 Marshmallow update comes with build no. G900R4VXU2CPD2. Or PD2 in short. Once installed, your device will running the latest Android OS, dubbed as Marshmallow, on the Galaxy S5.

→ Download US Cellular Galaxy S5 Marshmallow update

Click the link above to find the Marshmallow update for your device on our firmware download page that also contains guide to install the firmware.

In case you need any help with download and installation, feel free to ask via the comments section below.

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Download Galaxy J5 2016 Firmware [Unbrick, Fix, Back To Stock and Restore]

May 5, 2016, 5:16 am
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Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-J510FN

Model no. SM-J510F

Model no. SM-J510G

Model no. SM-J510H

Model no. SM-J510U

  • J510UNZTU1APD4 | Android 6.0.1 → J510UNZTU1APD4_J510UNZZT1APD4_BRI.zip

Model no. SM-J510M

Model no. SM-J510K/L/S (Korean)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy J5 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy J5 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy J5 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy J5 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy J5 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy J5 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy J5 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy J5 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy J5 2016 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy J5 2016 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy J5 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy J5 2016.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy J5 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy J5 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy Xcover 3 Stock Firmware [Unbrick, Fix, Back To Stock and Restore]

May 6, 2016, 12:33 am
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Samsung Galaxy Xcover 3 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-G389F

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy Xcover 3. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy Xcover 3 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy Xcover 3. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy Xcover 3 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy Xcover 3 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy Xcover 3 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy Xcover 3 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy Xcover 3 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy Xcover 3 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy Xcover 3 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy Xcover 3 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy Xcover 3.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy Xcover 3.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy Xcover 3 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy J7 2016 Firmware [Back To Stock, Unroot, Unbrick, Fix and Restore]

May 10, 2016, 4:25 am
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Download the Galaxy J7 2016 (model no. SM-J710) firmware from below. The download links carry great speeds, better than what you get at Mega, Google Drive, etc. Feel free to share these links with your friends, and at forums online. If you need a firmware that’s not available here, do ask for that via comments below — don’t forget to provide the build no. of the firmware you are seeking. Enjoy!

Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-J710F

Model no. SM-J710GN

Model no. SM-J710FN

Model no. SM-J710MN

Model no. SM-J710K (Korean)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy J7 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy J7 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy J7 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy J7 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy J7 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy J7 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy J7 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy J7 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy J7 2016 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy J7 2016 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy J7 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy J7 2016.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy J7 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy J7 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Value Edition (VE) Firmware [Back To Stock, Unroot, Unbrick, Fix and Restore]

May 11, 2016, 9:36 am
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Download the Galaxy Tab S2 VE firmwares from below, available for both the Tab S2 8.0 inch and 9.7 inch — for WiFi and LTE variants of each. While the little 8.0 inch Tab S2 carries the model no. of SM-T713 and SM-T719 for WiFi and LTE variants respectively, the same for 9.7 inch tablets are SM-T813 and SM-T819. The download links from downloadmirror provide you are not direct download links, but provide great speeds, better than the likes of Mega, Sammobile and Google Drive. Enjoy!

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 VE Stock Firmware

Tab S2 8.0″ WiFi — Model no. SM-T713

Tab S2 8.0″ LTE — Model no. SM-T719

Tab S2 8.0″ LTE — Model no. SM-T719C

Tab S2 8.0″ LTE — Model no. SM-T719Y

Tab S2 9.7″ WiFi — Model no. SM-T813

Tab S2 9.7″ LTE — Model no. SM-T819

Tab S2 9.7″ LTE — Model no. SM-T819C

Tab S2 9.7″ LTE — Model no. SM-T819Y

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy Tab S2 VE. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy Tab S2 VE by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy Tab S2 VE. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy Tab S2 VE and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy Tab S2 VE from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy Tab S2 VE if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy Tab S2 VE if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy Tab S2 VE — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy Tab S2 VE to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy Tab S2 VE to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy Tab S2 VE to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy Tab S2 VE.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy Tab S2 VE.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy Tab S2 VE firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy J1 2016 Firmware

May 14, 2016, 2:05 pm
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Here you will find the stock firmware files for Samsung Galaxy J1 2016 edition. The model no. for this device is SM-J120, followed by a letter denoting device’s variant’s particular region. Always be sure to check your device’s own model no. beforehand to help you with downloading and installing the cirrect firmware file, failing which your device may get seriously damaged.

The download link provided below from downloadmirror provides you better speed than Mega, Google Drive, etc. Feel free to share the link with others.

Samsung Galaxy J1 2016 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-J120F

Model no. SM-J120G

Model no. SM-J120H

Model no. SM-J120M

Model no. SM-J120Z

Model no. SM-J120W

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy J1 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy J1 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy J1 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy J1 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy J1 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy J1 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy J1 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy J1 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy J1 2016 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy J1 2016 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy J1 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy J1 2016.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy J1 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy J1 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy J3 2016 Firmware [Back To Stock, Unroot, Unbrick, Fix and Restore]

May 23, 2016, 7:36 am
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Find the Samsung’s stock firmware for your Galaxy J3 2016 edition here. Installing the firmware is easy, and using it you can update your Galaxy J3 without waiting for the OTA update. Moreover, you can also unroot your Galaxy J7, or can perform a bootloop fix, because once a firmware is installed, device goes back to stock in factory condition.

We’ve provided very fast working links below, which should serve as good Sammobile alternative to you, as the speeds are even better than Google drive and Mega.

Samsung Galaxy J3 2016 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-J320P (Sprint)

Model no. SM-J320VPP (Verizon)

Model no. SM-J320R4 (US Cellular)

Model no. SM-J320F

Model no. SM-J320FD

Model no. SM-J320FN

Model no. SM-J320G

Model no. SM-J320M

Model no. SM-J320H

Model no. SM-J320N

Model no. SM-J320Y

Model no. SM-J320ZN

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy J3 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy J3 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy J3 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy J3 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy J3 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy J3 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy J3 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy J3 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy J3 2016 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy J3 2016 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy J3 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy J3 2016.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy J3 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy J3 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy On7 2016 Firmware [G610MUBU1API6, G610MUBU1API5, G610YZTU1APJ3 and G610YZTU1APJ2]

September 20, 2016, 7:46 am
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Update [October 17, 2016]: Recently added firmwares: G610FDDU1API4, G610FDDU1APHD, G610MUBU1API6, G610MUBU1API5, G610YZTU1APJ3 and G610YZTU1APJ2.

The Galaxy On7 2016 is getting a new successor with the 2016 edition, appropriately called Galaxy On7 2016. The firmware for the new and upcoming On7 2016 are already available, so we thought about sharing them with you guys already.

These Galaxy On7 2016 firmware are stock ROMs that can be sued to fix the device, and also unroot and/or uninstall TWRP recovery. Moreover, if you run into any kind of software issues with the device, just install the firmware from below — be sure to check for the model no. first — and your device should be back up and running.

Do let us know if you need any help with this.

Samsung Galaxy On7 2016 Firmware

Model no. SM-G610F

Model no. SM-G610M

Model no. SM-G610Y

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy On7 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy On7 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy On7 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy On7 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy On7 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy On7 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy On7 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy On7 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy On7 2016 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy On7 2016 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy On7 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy On7 2016.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy On7 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy On7 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy Folder 2 Firmware

September 30, 2016, 5:33 am
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Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 has a firmware available for download now, and it is based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. We expect more firmwares to come soon as the device gets released the world over.

The model no. of the folder 2 is SM-G160, with one no. added at its end, for example, the Chinese model has 0 added, so full model no. becomes SM-G1600. Be sure to check your device’s model no. on its box (or under Settings > About device) and download the firmware for that model no. only.

Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-G1600 (China)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy Folder 2. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy Folder 2 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy Folder 2. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy Folder 2 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy Folder 2 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy Folder 2 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy Folder 2 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy Folder 2 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy Folder 2 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy Folder 2 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy Folder 2 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy Folder 2.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy Folder 2.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy Folder 2 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy A8 2016 Firmware [Added A810FXXU1API7 | Fast direct download links]

October 8, 2016, 5:22 am
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Samsung Galaxy A8 2016 Stock Firmware

Model no. SM-A810F (Europe and Asia)

Model no. SM-A810K/L/S (Asia)

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy A8 2016. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy A8 2016 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy A8 2016. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy A8 2016 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy A8 2016 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

      • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
      • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
      • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
      • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
      • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
      • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

      • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
      • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
      • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
      • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

      • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

      • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
      • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

      • Fix your Galaxy A8 2016 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
      • Unbrick your Galaxy A8 2016 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
      • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy A8 2016 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
      • Restore Galaxy A8 2016 to factory state.
      • Upgrade your Galaxy A8 2016 to newer Android version.
      • Downgrade your Galaxy A8 2016 to lower build no. at same Android version.
      • Unroot your Galaxy A8 2016.
      • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy A8 2016.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy A8 2016 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Galaxy A3 2017 Firmware

February 4, 2017, 4:55 am
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Model no. SM-A320Y

How to download correct firmware file

This is the important part!

Be sure to check and find the correct the model no. of your Galaxy A3 2017. Then based on your device’s model no., look for the appropriate firmware build from above.

You can identify the model no. using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About. Another solid trick would be to look at the packaging box of your device (in case you can’t power on the device because it is bricked).

Now that you know the model no., download the latest firmware from above for that model no. exactly.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy A3 2017 by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy A3 2017. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy A3 2017 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy A3 2017 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy A3 2017 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy A3 2017 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy A3 2017 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy A3 2017 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy A3 2017 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy A3 2017 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy A3 2017.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy A3 2017.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy A3 2017 firmware in Settings > About device.

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Download Sprint Galaxy S4 Lollipop Update: L720VPUGOD2 Stock Firmware [Odin TAR]

June 12, 2015, 2:01 am
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Samsung released the Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update for Sprint Galaxy S4 back in May as an OTA, but now the full firmware in TAR format is available for download that you can install yourself to manually update the device, no matter what you have currently installed on your device. Build no. is exactly same, L720VPUGOD2 .

You could not take the OTA if you were rooted, or didn’t have a stock recovery, but with this stock firmware, you only need to follow the guide below and update your Sprint Galaxy S4 (SPH-L720) to Android 5.0 Lollipop right away. That is why we love the stock firmware that is Odin flashable!

Do note that you will lose root access when you install the stock firmware using Odin, because it will re-write everything on your device. Custom recovery and custom ROM will be uninstalled too, and you will be back to stock on your Sprint Galaxy S4. We know that is what you want when you are looking for .TAR stock firmware, but it’s still to warn beforehand. You must be able to get both root access and TWRP/CWM recovery back, though, by installing them again.

Btw, do not that this is not compatible with Sprint Galaxy S4 Tri-band edition, for which, the Lollipop update is available here.

Sprint Galaxy S4 Android 5.0 Lollipop Update L720VPUGOD2

Downloads

Supported devices

  • SPRINT GALAXY S4 (model no. SPH-L720)
  • Don’t try this on Sprint’s other Galaxy S4 Tri-band. whose model no. is SPH-L720T
  • Don’t try on any other device whatsoever.

Instructions

Disclamer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have backup of all your important files. Sometimes, Odin installation may delete everything on your device!

  1. Download Odin and firmware file from above.
  2. Install Galaxy S4 drivers (method 1 there!) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)
  3. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’.
  4. You should get the a file in .tar.md5 format now (L720VPUGOD2_L720SPTGOD2_L720VPUGOD2_HOME.tar.md5). We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on your Galaxy S4 (in step 10 below).
  5. Extract the Odin file. You should get this file, Odin3 v3.10.6.exe (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).
  6. Disconnect your Galaxy S4 from PC if it is connected.
  7. Boot Sprint Galaxy S4 into download mode:
    1. Power off your S4. Wait 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
    2. Press and hold the three buttons Volume Down + Power + Home together until you see warning screen.
    3. Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.
  8. Double click on extracted file of Odin, Odin3 v3.10.6.exe, to open the Odin window, as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.
    Odin-3.10.6
  9. Connect your Galaxy S4 to PC now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your S4 . It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.
    • You cannot proceed until Odin recognizes your device and you get the Added!! message.
    • If it doesn’t, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem.
    • You can try different USB ports on your PC too, btw.
      Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  10. Load the firmware file into Odin (that you got in step 4 above). Click the AP button on Odin and the select the file: L720VPUGOD2_L720SPTGOD2_L720VPUGOD2_HOME.tar.md5
    • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
      Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check
  11. Make sure Re-partition checkbox is NOT selected, under the Options tab. Don’t use PIT tab either. Go back to Log tab btw, it will show the progress when you hit start button in next step.
    Re-partition-Remains-Off
  12. Click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your Sprint Samsung Galaxy S4 . Wait till installation is finished, after which your Galaxy S4 will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as show below upon successful installation from Odin.
    • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do steps 6 to 12 again. For this, close Odin, disconnect your S4 , remove battery, insert it back after 5-6 seconds and then start from step 6 again.
    • Or, if you get FAIL in the top left box, you need to try flashing again, as stated just above.
      Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears
  13. First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. Check the Settings > About phone to confirm new firmware.

That’s it enjoy the L720VPUGOD2 Lollipop firmware on your Sprint Galaxy S4!

If you need any help with this, let us know via comments below.

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N920VVRU2AOGJ: Download Verizon Galaxy Note 5 Android 5.1.1 update [with Root info]

September 30, 2015, 1:08 am
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Downloads

  • N920VVRU2AOGJ Android 5.1.1 firmware — Link | File: N920VVRU2AOGJ_N920VVZW2AOGJ_VZW.zip (1.98 GB)
  • Odin PC software — Link | File: Odin3_v3.10.6.zip (1.6 MB)

Supported devices

  • VERIZON GALAXY NOTE 5, model no. SM-N920V
  • Don’t try this on any other device whose model no. is not as given above!

Disclaimer

Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup!

Backup important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have backup of all your important files. Sometimes, Odin installation may delete everything on your device!

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1. Download the Odin software and firmware file from above.

Step 2. Install Samsung Galaxy Note 5 driver (use method 1 there!) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get the a file in .tar.md5 format now. We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 9 below)

Step 4. Extract the Odin file. You should get this file, Odin3 v3.10.6.exe (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 5. Disconnect your Galaxy Note 5 from PC if it is connected.

Step 6. Boot Galaxy Note 5 into download mode:

  • Power off your Galaxy Note 5. Wait 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Power + Home together until you see warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 7. Double click on extracted file of Odin, Odin3 v3.10.6.exe, to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

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Step 8. Connect your Galaxy Note 5 now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.
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Step 9. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from Step 3 above.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
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Step 10. Make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected, under the Options tab. Don’t use PIT tab either. Go back to Log tab btw, it will show the progress when you hit start button in next step.

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Step 11. Click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your Galaxy Note 5.Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.
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Step 12. First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. Check the Settings > About phone to confirm new firmware.

That’s it.

Enjoy your Galaxy Note 5 on Android 5.1.1 update, here’s hoping performance of the device is improved as well.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Root Verizon Galaxy Note 5 OGJ firmware

Well, it’s not available yet.

But we will be sure to update this page with root tools and installation instructions as and when Verizon Galaxy Note 5 root becomes available. Chances don’t look good, though. At least for the near future.

Via

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Download Galaxy Note 3 Neo Firmware [Stock ROM, Unbrick, Update, Downgrade, Fix, Back To Stock, Restore]

February 18, 2016, 1:22 am
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo Firmware

Model no. SM-N750A (AT&T)

  • Firmware not available at the moment.

Model no. SM-N750P (Sprint)

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750T (T-Mobile)

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750R4 (US Cellular)

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750W8 (Canadian)

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750F

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750I

  • Currently firmware not available

Model no. SM-N750

Model no. SM-N750K (Korean)

Model no. SM-N750S (Korean)

Model no. SM-N750L (Korean)

How to Download and Install Firmware

Be sure to check your Galaxy Note 3 Neo’s model no. first. You can do so using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About.

Then download the firmware according to that model no. only to ensure compatibility. We have provided the downloads as per model no. so that it’s easy for you to identify the firmware for your device.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy Note 3 Neo by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Samsung firmware

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy Note 3 Neo if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy Note 3 Neo if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy Note 3 Neo — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy Note 3 Neo to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy Note 3 Neo to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy Note 3 Neo to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy Note 3 Neo.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy Note 3 Neo.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its model no. in Settings, About device.

Need help? Let us know if you need any help regarding this via comments below.

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Download Galaxy NotePro Firmware [Stock ROM, Unbrick, Update, Downgrade, Fix, Back To Stock, Restore]

February 18, 2016, 1:24 am
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NotePro 12.2 inch WiFi edition

Model no. SM-P900

NotePro 12.2 inch 3G edition

Model no. SM-P901

Model no. SM-P902

NotePro 12.2 inch LTE edition

Model no. SM-P905

Model no. SM-P905M

Model no. SM-P905V (Verizon)

Model no. SM-P907A (AT&T)

How to Download and Install Firmware

Be sure to check your Galaxy NotePro’s model no. first. You can do so using an app called Droid Info, or simply check it on its packaging box, or under Settings > About.

Then download the firmware according to that model no. only to ensure compatibility. We have provided the downloads as per model no. so that it’s easy for you to identify the firmware for your device.

Next, install the firmware on your Galaxy NotePro by following the guide linked right below.

How to Install Samsung firmware

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy NotePro if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy NotePro if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy NotePro — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy NotePro to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy NotePro to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy NotePro to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy NotePro.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy NotePro.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its model no. in Settings, About device.

Need help? Let us know if you need any help regarding this via comments below.

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Galaxy Tab S3 Firmware download [stock ROM, all variants]

February 18, 2016, 1:28 am
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Check out our Galaxy Tab S3 update page for latest info and changelog on updates for the device. Also keep an eye on our Android Oreo update page for latest info on Android 8.0, while we also have a dedicated page for Samsung Oreo info in case you’re a Samsung pro.

→ Download Galaxy S8 Oreo for US models with this hack

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 firmware

Model No. Date Firmware Download Link (Fast and Free)
SM-T820 06 Sep 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQI2 | Filename-T820XXU1AQI2_T820PHE1AQH4_PHE.zip
SM-T820 13 Jun 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQF3 | Filename-T820XXU1AQF3_T820PHE1AQF2_PHE.zip
SM-T820 21 Apr 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQDC | Filename-T820XXU1AQDC_T820PHE1AQD1_PHE.zip
SM-T820 11 Apr 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQD6 | Filename-T820XXU1AQD6_T820XAC1AQD6_XAC.zip
SM-T820 28 Mar 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQC6 | Filename-T820XXU1AQC6_T820OJV1AQF2_TUR.zip
SM-T820 26 Feb 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T820XXU1AQBB | Filename-T820XXU1AQBB_T820UVS1AQB9_CHO.zip
SM-T825 19 Sep 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825JXU1AQI3 | Filename-T825JXU1AQI3_T825OJV1AQI2_XSG.zip
SM-T825 06 Sep 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825XXU1AQI2 | Filename-T825XXU1AQI2_T825PHE1AQH5_PHE.zip
SM-T825 22 Jun 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825JXU1AQF2 | Filename-T825JXU1AQF2_T825ODD1AQG1_SLK.zip
SM-T825 14 Jun 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825UBU1AQF3 | Filename-T825UBU1AQF3_T825UUB1AQF3_TPA.zip
SM-T825 13 Jun 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825XXU1AQF3 | Filename-T825XXU1AQF3_T825PHE1AQF2_PHE.zip
SM-T825 26 Apr 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825JXU1AQD2 | Filename-T825JXU1AQD2_T825OJV1AQD1_TUN.zip
SM-T825 24 Apr 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825UBU1AQDC | Filename-T825UBU1AQDC_T825UUB1AQD6_TPA.zip
SM-T825 21 Apr 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825XXU1AQDC | Filename-T825XXU1AQDC_T825PHE1AQD1_PHE.zip
SM-T825 21 Mar 2017 Android 7.0 Nougat | Version: T825JXU1AQC9 | Filename-T825JXU1AQC9_T825ODD1AQE1_SLK.zip

How to Install Firmware

First, read our disclaimer, then take backup and then follow the guide below to install the firmware.

Disclaimer: Installing an official firmware through Odin doesn’t void your device’s warranty, but it remains an unofficial process and thus you need to be cautious of it. In any case, you only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

Backup, backup, backup! Create an appropriate backup of contacts, pictures, videos, songs and other important files stored on your device before proceeding with the steps below, so that in case something goes wrong you’ll have a backup of all your important files. Sometimes, firmware installation may delete everything on your device! Like, when you change the CSC of your device, knowingly or not.

Step-by-step Firmware Installation Guide

Let’s see how to install the firmware on your Galaxy Tab S3. Make sure you have more than 30% battery on your device.

Step 1. Make sure you have downloaded the correct firmware file on your PC. See above for how to download correct firmware file for your Galaxy Tab S3 and download links.

Step 2. Install Samsung USB driver (method 1 on the linked page) first of all. Double click the .exe file of drivers to begin the installation. (Not required if you have already done this.)

Step 3. Also, download Odin PC software (latest version).

Step 4. Extract the firmware file now. You can use a free software like 7-zip for this. Install 7-zip, then right click on firmware file and under 7-zip, select ‘Extract here’. You should get a file in .tar.md5 format now. (You may get 4 or more files, with AP, BL, CP or CSC etc. written at the beginning of those files.) We will be loading this file into Odin, to be installed on device (in step 10 below).

Step 5. Extract the Odin file. You should get the Odin exe file (other files could be hidden, hence not visible).

Step 6. Disconnect your Galaxy Tab S3 from PC if it is connected.

Step 7. Boot into download mode:

  • Power off your device. Wait for 6-7 seconds after screen goes off.
  • Press and hold the three buttons Volume down + Home + Power together until you see Warning screen.
  • Press Volume Up to continue to download mode.

Step 8. Double click on Odin .exe file (from step 5) to open the Odin window as shown below. Be careful with Odin, and do just as said to prevent problems.

Odin-3.10.6

Step 9. Connect your device now using USB cable. Odin should recognize your device. It’s a must. When it recognizes, you will see Added!! message appearing in the Log box in bottom left, and the first box under ID:COM will also show a no. and turn its background blue. Look at the pic below.

Odin-3.10.6-Added-message
  • You cannot proceed until you get the Added!! message, which confirms that Odin has recognized your device.
  • If you don’t get Added!! message, you need to install/re-install drivers again, and use the original cable that came with device. Mostly, drivers are the problem (look at step 2 above).
  • You can try different USB ports on your PC too.

Step 10. Load the firmware file into Odin. Click the AP button on Odin and the select the .tar.md5 file from above.

Load the firmware files(s) on your device. This depends on how many files you got in step 4 above upon extracting the firmware .zip file.

Case 1: If you got a single .tar/.tar.md5 file, then load this into AP tab of your Odin software. Then go to next step.

To load the file, click on AP tab, select the single firmware file starting with AP text, wait for it to load, and then skip to step 11, ignoring the rest of the part of this step.

Case 2: If you got more than one .tar/.tar.md5 file, then you must be having files starting with AP, CSC, Home_CSC, BL, CP, etc. stuff. In this case, choose the files as following. Select the firmware files as follows.

  • Click on BL tab, and select the file beginning with BL text.
  • Click on AP tab, and select the file beginning with AP text.
  • Click on CP tab, and select the file beginning with CP text.
  • [Different] Click on CSC tab, and select the file beginning with HOME_CSC text. If HOME_CSC file isn’t available, then select the file beginning with CSC text.

About CSC file: Using the HOME_CSC file won’t reset your device, and data on the phone shouldn’t be deleted. However, when we select regular CSC file, and it results in CSC on device being different than that in CSC file, your phone will be formatted automatically. You can even choose to ignore loading the CSC file, that may do alright too. But if it doesn’t works out, repeat the whole process and select CSC file this time around.

  • Info: When you load files, Odin checks the md5 of firmware file, which takes time. So, simply wait until that’s done and the firmware file is loaded. Don’t worry if Odin gets unresponsive for a while, it’s normal. Binary size will also show up in Odin.
Odin-3.10.6-Firmware-loaded-after-md5-check

Step 11. Click on Options tab, and make sure Re-partition check box is NOT selected. Don’t use PIT tab, ever.

Go back to Log tab now, as it will show the progress of firmware installation when you hit start button in next step.

Re-partition-Remains-Off

Step 12. Verify that everything is okay as mentioned above. When satisfied, click the Start button on Odin now to start flashing the firmware on your device.

Wait till installation is finished, after which your device will reboot automatically. You’ll get PASS message as shown below upon successful installation from Odin.

Odin-3.10.6-Pass-Message-Appears

Some errors you may run into, and with respective solution.

  • If Odin gets stuck at setup connection, then you need to do this all again. Disconnect your device, close Odin, boot device into download mode again, open Odin, and then select the file and flash it again as said above.
  • If you get FAIL in the top left box, then also you need to flash the file again as stated just above.

That’s it. Let device restart automatically.

First start of the device may take time, so wait patiently again. When it has, verify the installation. Check the Settings > About device, to confirm new build no. based on the firmware you just installed.

Need help? Sure let us know via comments below.

Firmware Benefits

You can use the firmware for variety of purposes, which includes:

  • Fix your Galaxy Tab S3 if it’s giving you force closes errors and restarts randomly.
  • Unbrick your Galaxy Tab S3 if it’s bootlooping and stuck at logo when restarting.
  • Go Back to Stock on your Galaxy Tab S3 — helps when looking to sell the device, or fix installing OTA updates if broken.
  • Restore Galaxy Tab S3 to factory state.
  • Upgrade your Galaxy Tab S3 to newer Android version.
  • Downgrade your Galaxy Tab S3 to lower build no. at same Android version.
  • Unroot your Galaxy Tab S3.
  • Remove custom recovery like TWRP and CWM, if installed, on your Galaxy Tab S3.

To perform any of the above, simply install the firmware meant for your device, as per its Galaxy Tab S3 firmware in Settings > About device.

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