| Feature | SCV38 (Japan au) | SM-G960F (International) | |---------|------------------|---------------------------| | Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Exynos 9810 | | Bootloader | Locked (often un-unlockable) | Unlockable | | Cellular Bands | Japan-specific (LTE Bands 1, 3, 8, 11, 18, 19, 21) | Global bands | | Firmware Type | AU KDDI (CSC: DCM, KDI, SBM) | Open Europe / Global (CSC: BTU, XEF, DBT) | Scv38 Convert To G960f

Note: Your prompt mentions "G960f", which is the model number for the standard Galaxy S9. Since the SCV38 is an S9+, the correct conversion target is the SM-G965F. Converting an S9+ to an S9 (G960) is not possible due to hardware differences (screen size, battery). For owners of the Japanese Samsung Galaxy S9

Flashing with Odin: Load the modified "Global" firmware files (BL, CP, AP, and CSC) into the Odin tool on a PC. Since the SCV38 is an S9+, the correct

firmware will break the Japanese mobile payment system (FeliCa/NFC-F). If you rely on the phone for Japanese transit (Suica/Pasmo), this conversion is not recommended. Network Bands: While the hardware supports many bands, the