OTA and Non-OTA Firmware for N986U and N986U1

[Link-82]

Anyone ever have problems with the samsung members app giving them a server error?

Mine is working ok.

 

[Steelplate]

Steelplate..
If you are still on bootloader 1 on your note 20 ultra then the N986U1UEU1DUB5 is the last update that you can get without going over to the bootloader 2. I know bootloader 1 you can get root but not on bootloader 2. The "DUB5" update is Android 11 with One UI 3.1. That's what I got on my Note cause I don't wanna loose root access. But at the end I might end up upgrading to bootloader 2 versions just cause I've been thinking a lot about the esim option. I upgraded from Android 10 to Android 11 "DUB5" using the "Home_CSC" option and didn't lose any of my information. Hope that helps out with your question.

Note: bootloader 2 "DUI7" update for N986U1 does not have esim option enable as of this post.

Thanks Link. Very helpful

It seems our rooting days are numbered. eSIM sounds great, and it makes a lot of sense. But, I've had rooted phones since my Note 3 in 2013. I'm hanging onto my Note 4s to the bitter end when they pull the plug on them. Now I'm configuring (rooting) my n986u1 in preparation.

They have made some improvements to android to appease rooters such as sleeping, and deep sleeping apps... one time permissions, ability to delete apps that could not be deleted before. But, it's not nearly as good as root.

This site provides the evolution of n986u1 updates:

content://com.sec.android.app.sbrowser/readinglist/1018202502.mhtml

It appears that DUB5 is the in-between update with 3.1 yet 1 bootloader. I hate to assume that it's safe to update to DUB5 without maintaining the ability to ulock the bootloader. The BL unlock service recommends staying on 3.0. Do you now if going to DUB5 prevents (or relocks) the BL unlock? Should I update to DUB5 before or after BL unlock?

 

[kangi26]

Damn battery life still outstanding, this from the other night Over 10 hrs SOT 12% this phone is definitely a beast.

I don't know how in God's name you're getting such amazing SOT. I'm only able to get about 1/2 of what you're getting.

 

[dj24]

Anyone else itching to upgrade to the Pixel 6 pro after today's announcement?

 

[kangi26]

Anyone else itching to upgrade to the Pixel 6 pro after today's announcement?

I tried, but the black 512 is sold out already, and so is the 256.
Actually, I just checked again and the ONLY Unlocked 6 Pro that you can get is the 128gb Black

 

[dj24]

I tried, but the black 512 is sold out already, and so is the 256.
As a matter of fact, I just checked again and the ONLY Unlocked 6 Pro that you can get is the 128gb Black

Google at its finest. I saw this cnet article that has me concerned about full 5g coverage for the Pro so I'm holding off until they clear things up.

 

[kangi26]

Google at its finest. I saw this cnet article that has me concerned about full 5g coverage for the Pro so I'm holding off until they clear things up.

Good find, I may hold off too (And maybe take a look at AT&T's site too, just cause I can't resist)

 

[dj24]

Good find, I may hold off too (And maybe take a look at AT&T's site too, just cause I can't resist)

Just for kicks I checked google's trade in value for our N20 Ultra and almost choked when I saw they offered just $330-435 for it

 

[kangi26]

Just for kicks I checked google's trade in value for our N20 Ultra and almost choked when I saw they offered just $330-435 for it

Haa, yeah....
I checked my local Craigslist, $750 is the going rate for the N20U

 

[Link-82]

Thanks Link. Very helpful

It seems our rooting days are numbered. eSIM sounds great, and it makes a lot of sense. But, I've had rooted phones since my Note 3 in 2013. I'm hanging onto my Note 4s to the bitter end when they pull the plug on them. Now I'm configuring (rooting) my n986u1 in preparation.

They have made some improvements to android to appease rooters such as sleeping, and deep sleeping apps... one time permissions, ability to delete apps that could not be deleted before. But, it's not nearly as good as root.

This site provides the evolution of n986u1 updates:

content://com.sec.android.app.sbrowser/readinglist/1018202502.mhtml

It appears that DUB5 is the in-between update with 3.1 yet 1 bootloader. I hate to assume that it's safe to update to DUB5 without maintaining the ability to ulock the bootloader. The BL unlock service recommends staying on 3.0. Do you now if going to DUB5 prevents (or relocks) the BL unlock? Should I update to DUB5 before or after BL unlock?

Apologies for the late response. I rooted my note when I was still on Android 10. I then updated my phone as per the steps that Kangi26 gave us. When I update from one UI 3.0 to 3.1 my root status did work but not 100% of the time. Some application couldn't get root access or crash. You can always downgrade back to 3.0 as long as you don't go over to bootloader 2. As you mention before, android has been updated with many features that gives us more control of the apps and can put them into deep sleep or you can always use adb to uninstall apps that you don't want. I hardly use root now but I like having it.

 

[Steelplate]

Apologies for the late response. I rooted my note when I was still on Android 10. I then updated my phone as per the steps that Kangi26 gave us. When I update from one UI 3.0 to 3.1 my root status did work but not 100% of the time. Some application couldn't get root access or crash. You can always downgrade back to 3.0 as long as you don't go over to bootloader 2. As you mention before, android has been updated with many features that gives us more control of the apps and can put them into deep sleep or you can always use adb to uninstall apps that you don't want. I hardly use root now but I like having it.

"When I update from one UI 3.0 to 3.1 my root status did work but not 100% of the time. Some application couldn't get root access or crash."

Thanks for that. It ended my frustration of uncertainty about - to 3.1 or not to 3.1-

I will be happy with 3.0

 

[kangi26]

Anyone else itching to upgrade to the Pixel 6 pro after today's announcement?

Now that it's "the morning after" the Pixel launch. Since the 512 P6Pro is totally sold out, I think I'm going to hold off until we start to see some of the reviews (although I suspect it's going to be a GREAT device). I think I need more time to really think more about whether or not I can live without an S-Pen. I really like what I've seen about the 6Pro but no pen........

 

[dj24]

If I was getting anywhere close to Venom0642's SOT, I would not even consider it at this point. Better battery life and lack of bluetooth codecs is the only thing lacking in our N20 Ultra making it shy of absolute perfection IMHO.

Maybe Venom0642 can share with us in detail how he's getting such incredible battery life so this way we can keep the $900 in our pocket

 

[kangi26]

Looks like they are continuing to add ability to order BUUUT, an unlocked Black 512gb wont ship until mid January (As of this moment)

 

[Link-82]

Looks like they are continuing to add ability to order BUUUT, an unlocked Black 512gb wont ship until mid January (As of this moment)

You are right on that one Kangi26. I was just comparing prices online as well. Look at Amazon but they don't offer the 512GB version as of right now.

 

[kangi26]

You are right on that one Kangi26. I was just comparing prices online as well. Look at Amazon but they don't offer the 512GB version as of right now.

Yeah neither did AT&T

 

[pimpmaneaton]

Looks like they are continuing to add ability to order BUUUT, an unlocked Black 512gb wont ship until mid January (As of this moment)

Had a heck of a time getting a 512 ordered but pulled it off the day after launch and says I should have it Nov 17-18th.

 

[kangi26]

Had a heck of a time getting a 512 ordered but pulled it off the day after launch and says I should have it Nov 17-18th.

Well damn good luck you had!

 

[znel52]

I managed to pre-order the 512gb pro on launch day. Litrerally took me 3 straight hours of non-stop trying. Pre-orders started at 1pm ET and I got my order in around 3:52pm ET. According to the order status I should have it by Oct29-30. My free buds just shipped today.

 

[kangi26]

I managed to pre-order the 512gb pro on launch day. Litrerally took me 3 straight hours of non-stop trying. Pre-orders started at 1pm ET and I got my order in around 3:52pm ET. According to the order status I should have it by Oct29-30. My free buds just shipped today.

Dang......