Patched [extra Quality] — Odin 3.13.1

: Supports the newer LZ4 file compression found in Android Oreo and newer updates. 📂 Understanding the Slots

The primary reason is the encryption bypass. If you attempt to flash Android 7.0 (Nougat) or Android 8.0 (Oreo) firmware on a device using the official unpatched Odin 3.13.1, you will frequently encounter the dreaded "Fail!" message or specific errors like SHA256 is not supported . odin 3.13.1 patched

Version 3.13.1 specifically added support for UFS (Universal Flash Storage) devices, making it compatible with newer flagship models like the Galaxy S8 and S9. : Supports the newer LZ4 file compression found

The answer is that Samsung’s official updates to Odin were designed to kill third-party development. Starting with Odin 3.14.1, the protocol introduced a mandatory "UserData" partition check and a strict "RESET" token. If the tool detects an engineering bootloader or a custom recovery, it forces a factory reset and re-encrypts the userdata partition. Version 3