Differences between various versions of Samsung I9300

Korean version

The model number of the Korean version of Samsung I9300 is SHV-E210, but it is subdivided into three operator-customized versions: SHV-E210S, SHV-E210L, and SHV-E210K. The hardware of the three is the same: quad-core Exynos 4412 quad-core processor, 2GB running memory, and 32GB body storage space. However, compared with the ordinary version, the Korean version has a thicker and heavier fuselage, which also means that the Korean version cannot use the ordinary I9300 protective case. In addition, there is an extra DMB TV function antenna in the upper right corner of the fuselage. In addition, the accessories dealers are more abundant than the ordinary version. The ordinary version includes: charging plug, USB cable and earphones, while the Korean version accessories include: independent charger, data cable, earphones, cradle charger and two batteries.

The Korean version of the phone will encounter certain problems when used in China. For example, the L version cannot send text messages normally (this can now be solved by flashing the phone). The network standard in South Korea is different from that in China. The Korean version of I9300 does not support E network, so 2G ??users should be careful. In terms of flashing, the Korean version and the regular version cannot be flashed.

Advantages: Quad-core processor + 2GB running memory + 32GB storage space, the configuration is the strongest among all versions.

Disadvantages: Does not support E network. The flashed ROM cannot be flashed with the regular version. The L version needs to be flashed to send text messages normally. The protective case of the regular version of I9300 cannot be used.

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US version

The US version is divided into Verizon version, AT&T version and Sprint version, depending on the model. They correspond to Verizon version i535, AT&T version i747, and Sprint version L710. The hardware configuration of the three is the same: Qualcomm MSM8960 dual-core processor, 2GB running memory. But the storage space is different. Verizon version i535 and Sprint version L710 are available in 16GB and 32GB versions, but AT&T version i747 only has 16GB version. In addition, regarding the dual-core processor, because when the US version of i9300 was launched, the Orion Exynos4412 quad-core processor did not have LTE function, so it was replaced by the Qualcomm MSM8960 dual-core processor.

The three versions also differ in network standards: the AT&T version of i747 supports GSM and China Unicom 3G. The Sprint version of the L710 only supports the telecommunications CDMA standard, and there is no card slot that requires writing a number. The Verizon version of i535 supports China Telecom, China Mobile, and China Unicom, and Telecom CDMA does not require a number.

In terms of color, currently only the AT&T version is available in red. In addition, flashing cannot be done with the regular version.

Advantages: The price is relatively cheap. 2GB running memory.

Disadvantages: Dual-core processor. It cannot be flashed with the regular version of ROM. APN cannot be modified.

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Japanese version

In the Japanese version so far, only NTT DoCoMo has introduced Samsung I9300, model number is SC-06D, hardware configuration: Qualcomm MSM8960 dual-core processor, 2GB running memory + 32GB body storage space. Compared with the regular version, there is an extra 1Seg antenna for TV function in the upper right corner of the fuselage. The accessories are single battery and single charge but there is an extra 2GB memory card. The Japanese version of I9300 supports China Mobile and China Unicom networks. In addition, the Japanese version is currently the cheapest of all versions, and it cannot be brushed with the regular version on a single brush machine.

Advantages: The price is the cheapest among all versions. 2GB running memory.

Disadvantages: Dual-core processor. It cannot be flashed with the regular version of ROM. The protective case of the regular version of I9300 cannot be used.

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Normal version (European version, Asia-Pacific version, etc.)

This is the most common parallel import version , represented by the European version, hardware configuration: Samsung Exynos 4412 quad-core processor, 1GB running memory and 16GB body storage space. Compared with other versions, common versions such as the European version of I9300 have rich forum resources and minimal restrictions on flashing. For players who frequently flash their phones, the author recommends buying the European version.

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Hong Kong Bank

It is exactly the same as the ordinary version, but it can accept the warranty in mainland China. But please note that the I9300 purchased from an agent does not enjoy warranty.

Advantages: The most abundant gaming resources. Good overall performance. There are no problems with other versions.

Disadvantages: Not 2G running memory.

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China Unicom Version

China Unicom Version is almost the same as the regular version, but the startup screen is customized by China Unicom. The mobile phone will also have some built-in China Unicom programs. In terms of flashing, the China Unicom version can be flashed with the regular version. It is worth noting that the China Unicom version does not have the China Unicom LOGO on the appearance of the fuselage.

Advantages: Flashing can be done with the regular version. There is no operator LOGO on the appearance. Can be purchased by contract.

Disadvantages: Not 2G running memory.

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Telecom version

The configuration of the telecom version is the same as "quad-core + 1G". In theory, It supports CDMA and GSM dual networks, but currently only CDMA network can be used in China. In addition, due to different basebands, the telecom version cannot be flashed with the ordinary version. There is a telecommunications LOGO on the lower back.

Advantages: Ability to handle contract purchases. CDMA standard.

Disadvantages: Flashing cannot be done with the regular version. XX is required to use GSM card.

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Mobile version

The model of the mobile version is I9308. The configuration is the same as the regular version, but it supports TD-SCDMA standard network, which also makes the mobile version unable to be flashed with the regular version. There is China Mobile LOGO on the lower back.

Advantages: Ability to handle contract purchases. TD-SCDMA standard.

Disadvantages: Flashing cannot be done with the regular version.

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I9300 Buying Guide:

Check the screen for dead pixels

① Enter *#0*# to enter the screen test menu.

②Click on the three options above to enter the blue, green, and red screen interfaces.

③After entering, you can check the screen from all angles to see if there are dead pixels or yellow screen problems.

Method 2:

Use the software "Screen Test" to conduct a screen test.

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Identify the factory date of the machine:

①Enter the dial panel and enter *#197328640# to enter the project mode, press the menu key to select "Key Input value" and enter the number in front of the list to enter this menu.

② Enter 2-2-4 in the same way.

③The cal date item is the factory date.

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Identify the sales area of ??the machine

①Enter the dialing panel and enter *#06#, it will be displayed IMEI code of mobile phone, record the IMEI code.

②Enter the dialing panel and enter *#272*IMEI code#

③The sales code interface pops up. The three letters displayed above represent your place of origin, and a list of sales codes is attached. , you can know the origin by comparing it.

(Tip: Do not click INSTALL)

Sales code list:

Algeria: ALG, ALR

Argentina: ANC, ARO, CTI, UFN, PSN< /p>

Aruba: ARU

Australia: OPP, OPS, VAU, XSA, TEL, HUT

Austria: AOM, DRE, MAX, MOB, MOK , ONE, TRG, ATO

Baltic States: SEB

Belarus: MTB, VEL

Belgium: BAE, BSE, PRO, XEB

< p>Bosnia and Herzegovina: BHO, BHT, TEB

Brazil: BTA, BTM, TMR, ZTA, ZVV, ZTO, ZTM

Bulgaria: CMF, GBL, MTE, MTL, OMX , PLX, VVT

Cambodia: RCG

Canada: RGS, BMC, TLS

Chile: CHB, CHE, CHL, CHT

China: CUH, INT, TEC, TIY, CMC, CHN, M00

Colombia: COB, COL, COM, CGU

Costa Rica: ICE

Croatia : CRO, TRA, TWO, VIP

Cyprus: CYV

Czech Republic: ETL, KBN, OSK, VDC, XCS, XEZ, O2C

Denmark: DTL

Dominican Republic: CDR, TDR

Dominican Island: CST, DCN, DOR

Ecuador: BBE

Egypt ：EGY

El Salvador: DGC, TBS

Finland: ELS, SAU

France: OFR, AUC, BOG, COR, DIX, FTM, NRJ, ORC , ORF, SFR, UNI, VGF, XEF

Germany: DBT, DTM, DUT, EPL, MAN, MBC, VD2, VIA, XEG

Ghana: SPN

Greece: AOC, COS, EUR, GER, TGR, VGR, CYO

Guatemala/Guatemala: PCS

Hong Kong: TGY

Hungary: PAN, VDH, WST, TMO, XEH, TMH

India: HFC, HYA, INA, IND, INU, IMS, REL, TAT, INS

Indonesia: AXI, SAR, XSE

Iran: THR

Ireland: 3IE, VDI

Israel: CEL, PCL, PTR

Italy: GOM, HUI, ITV, OMN, TIM, VOM, WIN, XET, FWB

Ivory Coast: IRS, SIE

Jamaica: JBS, JCN, JCW

Day *Ben: DCM, SBM, VFK

Jordan: LEV

Kazakhstan: EST, KCL, KMB, KZK, SKZ

Kenya: KEL, KEN< /p>

South Korea: SKT

Libya: MMC

Lithuania: TLT

Luxembourg: LUX

Macedonia: TMC, MBM

Malaysia: CCM, MXS, FMG, FME, XME

Mexico: SEM, TCE, TMM, UNE

Mongolia: MPC

< p>Morocco: WAN, FWD, MAT, MED, SNI, MWD

Netherlands: BEN, MMO, ONL, QIC, TFT, TNL, VDF, VDP, XEN, KPN

New Zealand: VNZ

Nigeria: ECT, GCR, MML

Norway: TEN

Pakistan: WDC, PAK

Panama:

BPC, PCW, PBS

Peru: PEB, PET, SAM

Philippines: FAM, XTC, GLB, XTE, SMA

Poland: ERA, IDE, PLS, PRT, XEO

Portugal: OPT, TMN, TPH, XEP, TCL

Puerto Rico: CEN, PCI, TPR

Romania: CNX, HAT, ORO, COA

Russia: AZC, BLN, EMT, ERS, GEO, MTV, SER, SNT

Saudi Arabia: JED

Serbia and Montenegro: MSR , PMN, SMO, TSR, TOP

Singapore: BGD, XSO, XSP

Slovenia: MOT, SIM

Slovakia: GTL, IRD, TMS, ORS

South Africa: XFA, XFC, XFM, XFV, XFE

Southwest Asia: SWA

Spain: AMN, EUS, FOP, XEC, ATL

Sweden: BAU, BCN, BME, BSG, BTH, COV, HTS, SEN, TET, TLA, XEE, VDS, TNO

Switzerland: AUT, ORG, MOZ, SUN, SWC< /p>

Taiwan: TWM, BRI, TCC, TCI, CWT

Thailand: CAT, THE, THL, THO, THS

Tanzania: SOL

Tunisia: ABS, RNG

Turkey: BAS, KVK, TUR, TLP

Ukraine: KVR, SEK, UMC

United Arab Emirates: MID, ARB, XSG, ITO

UK: O2I, O2U, ORA, TMU, TSC, VOD, XEU, VIR, H3G, CPW

US: AWS, DOB, TMB, CLW

Uzbekistan: UZB

Venezuela: VMT

Vietnam: XXV, PHU, XEV, DNA, FPT, SPT, TLC, VTC, VTL

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1. The so-called S, K, L are the names of South Korea's three major mobile operators: SK Telecom, KT Telecom and LGT Telecom, which are equivalent to our China Mobile and China Unicom. There were once six major operators in South Korea's history. After decades of continuous mergers and reorganizations, they have become the three largest operators today.

Among them, SK is the largest operator in South Korea with considerable strength, occupying 51% of the market share in South Korea. Its main business scope is CDMA, GSM and WCDMA.

KT is the second largest operator in South Korea, occupying 31% of the market share in South Korea. Its main business scope is also CDMA, GSM and WCDMA.

LGT is the third largest operator in South Korea. It just obtained the WCDMA operating license the year before last. Its main business scope is still CDMA and GSM.

2. The main difference between these three versions lies in the baseband.

More than 10 years ago, South Korea had all CDMA networks. Don't mistakenly think that if someone's mobile phone supports CDMA, it can cover all three networks. In fact, the CDMA used by South Korea is 1800MHz, while China Telecom's is 800MHz, so it is not universal.

S is the same as K. The built-in machine is almost the same. The baseband will support China Mobile’s EDGE network. However, Koreans do not have EDGE and can only display GPRS... You can test this yourself. Am I bragging?

But the S phone is definitely slightly better, and that’s where its strength lies. Half of the country is not a vegetarian.

But the L version does not work. The baseband of this thing does not support China Mobile's EDGE network and only supports GPRS up to 5-7k per second. Therefore, it is not recommended for mobile users to buy the L version of the machine.

3. Why is the L version of these three versions of the machine the most popular in mainland China?

You may have noticed that no matter which Korean version of mobile phone is used, the ones that flow into mainland China are basically L version machines.

This point needs to be elaborated on.

Bangzi is not as glamorous as the Korean dramas you watch, and the prices are extremely high. I once thought that the JS stuff on Xbao was unreliable, so I asked my friends studying abroad in Korea to find out how much LTE2 costs and bring me an original one.

As a result, my friend told me that the purchase price of this product was RMB 6,000 (the same below), and the contract was free (the same as the fruit model in the United States). The price was bound to a package of 300-400 for two years, which was a breach of contract. Gold 5000.

Compared to the price of 260 on X Bao, this difference is too big.

I really couldn’t figure it out, so I asked a friend who brought fruits back from the United States. He told me that it’s simple. Every international student can use a credit card to sign up for a machine without signing up. He only needs to put in the credit card before returning to the country. Deactivate it and just change the SIM card when you return to China. Anyway, you don’t have to go back to the United States anymore. It doesn’t matter if your credit score is negative.

Oh my god...

So I asked my Korean friends again, what is the visa-free system for the three major Korean operators?

S and K have very strict controls and do not allow foreigners to use visa-free mobile phones with foreign ID cards. However, LGT may want more sales. It supports credit card visa-free mobile phones with foreign ID cards.

The truth suddenly became apparent.

Because it supports visa-free machines for foreigners, a large number of JS went to South Korea to bring this machine back without visas and then deactivating credit cards.... That's why you can use X Bao I bought this product at a price half lower than that of Bangzi.

To put it simply, the Korean version of mobile phones on Xbao can definitely be broken phones or 14-day phones. There is no such thing as an original mobile phone crossing the sea. This is the case.

Finally, let me say it again, it actually doesn’t matter where this thing comes from. The key is that we can enjoy it. In terms of strength, the first choice must be S, then K, and the last choice is L. version. Don’t think that the L version has a large shipment volume and the official will give you OTA updates every day... Every time they update about 10M, it is always 4.03 or 4.04 to fix bugs. You think it is because they are proactive... The concept of stick is basic It's just one step, and once it's done, you don't need to modify the ROM too much, so the S and K versions are much more stable than the L version.

Above. If you want to buy a machine, choose S or K. It is best not to buy L. If you don’t believe it, please ask yourself or Google. Say no to trolls