After successfully converting your SCV38 to a G960F:
On your SCV38, navigate to .
This phone has likely been tampered with. You must identify the . Use the following verification methods:
The Recommended Path: Conversion to "U1" (Snapdragon Global)
Check your current binary version (U1, U2, etc.) in the recovery menu to ensure you are downloading compatible firmware.
Converting the Japanese au KDDI Samsung Galaxy S9 (model ) to the International Global Firmware (often referred to as converting to SM-G960F or similar international variants) is a popular endeavor for users wanting to remove Japanese bloatware, enable Bixby Voice, and fix network compatibility issues outside of Japan.
Did you know that the (Japan’s au KDDI variant of the Galaxy S9) is almost identical to the G960F (global Exynos model)? 🤯