US Unlock Vs ATT version

[prashant.saraf]

Hi All,

Does anyone get change to check new US unlock version available from last week, I am thinking to get that, how good it is like
- Can I get it rooted?
- How it is different from ATT version from H/W specs prospective

Thanks
Prashant

 

[markwebb]

Hi All,

Does anyone get change to check new US unlock version available from last week, I am thinking to get that, how good it is like
- Can I get it rooted?
- How it is different from ATT version from H/W specs prospective

Thanks
Prashant

I just got the US unlocked version today: same exact hardware. Just no carrier apps or bloat. I have no intention of rooting as it will break Samsung and Android pay which I use.

 

[prashant.saraf]

Thanks..

 

[siphyn]

I can report voLTE and wifi-calling work with the unlocked version on T-Mobile. Like the previous poster stated, there is no bloat or carrier apps. Tethering works out of the box.

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[ahair131]

Do you notice any improvement in multitasking or overall system speed? I'm trying to determine how much of a difference bloat is making in my overall experience.

 

[siphyn]

I don't have a carrier version to compare it to but so far the phone is pretty snappy. I haven't had any issues with ram management or slow downs.

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[kirdroid]

Interesting my new unlocked US version is still on May security updates while all carrier versions are on July update. Not a good sign if Samsung is prioritizing carrier versions and ignoring the unlocked version.

 

[siphyn]

Same here May security date. With the phone just launching I'm guessing they will go straight to the July update, bringing it up to the carrier versions.

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[markwebb]

Interesting my new unlocked US version is still on May security updates while all carrier versions are on July update. Not a good sign if Samsung is prioritizing carrier versions and ignoring the unlocked version.

Yes, and that is what I am worrying about. Remember the Samsung Galaxy S4 Dev Edition? There was not ONE single update.

I hope this phone doesn't fall into the same camp. I have a 30 day return period w/ BH Photo so if there are no updates by Aug 1, it will be returned. I already initiated the RMA process to be on the safe side and have my form should I need it.

 

[kirdroid]

Yes, and that is what I am worrying about. Remember the Samsung Galaxy S4 Dev Edition? There was not ONE single update.

I hope this phone doesn't fall into the same camp. I have a 30 day return period w/ BH Photo so if there are no updates by Aug 1, it will be returned. I already initiated the RMA process to be on the safe side and have my form should I need it.

Nice good strategy, my 14 day return window in best buy will be the coming weekend. I think I'll just keep and see how it goes. If they aren't updating I'm going to sell this when next Nexus comes anyway and probably will not bother with unbranded versions of Samsung phones.

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[Player04]

Hows the snapdragon processor? Do you guys enjoy your phones without root or full control of your own phone?

 

[tvprocks]

How's strong is the signals?

 

[markwebb]

Nice good strategy, my 14 day return window in best buy will be the coming weekend. I think I'll just keep and see how it goes. If they aren't updating I'm going to sell this when next Nexus comes anyway and probably will not bother with unbranded versions of Samsung phones.

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I just got the notification for July security update. Wonders will never cease and now the phone is a keeper.

 

[siphyn]

I just got the notification for July security update. Wonders will never cease and now the phone is a keeper.

Nice. I was wondering when the update would push out for this phone.

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[Skizzy034]

Interesting my new unlocked US version is still on May security updates while all carrier versions are on July update. Not a good sign if Samsung is prioritizing carrier versions and ignoring the unlocked version.

The unlocked devices were just released. They will probably start getting updates faster now.

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[byte9]

I just got the notification for July security update. Wonders will never cease and now the phone is a keeper.

Well darn, I'm still on May. Set system clock forwards and no update. We shall see.

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[siphyn]

How's strong is the signals?

Signal seems comparable if not slightly better than my iPhone 6s that I own.

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[kirdroid]

I just got the notification for July security update. Wonders will never cease and now the phone is a keeper.

Nice!!! You have the edge or the regular S7. Still nothing on my S7 and nothing shows on smart switch as well. Also are you using this on AT&T or T-Mobile?

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[Alaris]

I just got the notification for July security update. Wonders will never cease and now the phone is a keeper.

Can you screenshot the info page so that I can see the build number?

 

[phoenixms]

Anyone know if there is VoLTE on at&t with the unlocked version? This is a deal breaker for me. Not really worried about video or wifi calling.