Samsung S24: Australian version in NZ

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kaczor47

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#319813 5-Jun-2025 08:56

Hi,

Does anyone have experience using the Aussie version of Samsung S24 (SM-S921BZKEATS) in NZ (2deg)?

Comparing the Aussie and Kiwi models (SM-S921BZKEATS vs SM-S921BZKCXNZ) my understanding is that the differences are confined to firmware only (ie they have the same radio specs).

My conversations with AI suggest that the issues may be related to band optimization and possibly VoLTE, but I wasn't able to verify this anywhere myself. Hoping for some first hand experience or maybe some 2deg insiders can help :)

(I want to avoid flashing firmware during the warranty period)

Thanks in advance!

SaltyNZ

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#3380640 5-Jun-2025 09:43

If it loads a 2degrees carrier bundle when you put a SIM in it, it will probably be fine - because yes, Australia and NZ use all the same bands. If it doesn't load a carrier bundle YMMV; it may or may not work on VoLTE.

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kaczor47

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#3380642 5-Jun-2025 09:58

Thanks, much appreciate the reply.
I guess the follow up is... any way to find out if it will load the 2D carrier bundle?

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#3380696 5-Jun-2025 10:50

I'm an iPhone guy so I can neither confirm nor deny, I'm afraid. You might have to flash it.

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#3380701 5-Jun-2025 11:21

I'm not sure if it's still the case as I've been on iPhone for years, but in the past provided the models were identical (excluding the firmware) you could download the official NZ carrier firmware and flash it using ODIN and it would function like a NZ purchased model.

Edit: PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK.
https://samfw.com/firmware/SM-S921B/XNZ

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