Samsung S9 Plus Exynos Custom Rom -

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The Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus (Exynos 9810 variant) remains a favorite for power users who want a high-quality build without modern software restrictions. While official support from Samsung ended years ago, a vibrant community continues to release custom ROMs that bring features like , Android 15 , and even early versions of Android 16 to this 2018 flagship.

• Best For: Google Pixel enthusiasts.
• Android Version: Android 13.
• Why choose it: It mimics the Google Pixel software perfectly, including the GCamera features (though you may need to install a GCam port separately). It offers the smoothest UI transition animations.

For most, this was a backup phone. For you, it was a battleground.

Before beginning, ensure you have the following:

Step 1: Unlock the Bootloader

4. Battery Longevity

1. Go to Settings > About Phone > Software Information and tap Build Number 7 times to enable Developer Options.
2. Go to Developer Options and toggle OEM Unlocking ON.
3. Power off the device. Hold Volume Up + Volume Down and connect the USB cable to enter Download Mode.
4. Long press Volume Up to unlock the bootloader. This will wipe your device.