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Disable 3G on Sensation Help ?

Hey I have Just got my Sensation, bought with 3 denmark...
its not branded or Locked.
But I do have a big problem, I live where 3G coverage is BAD, but the phone can just exactly get 3G net...
normally on my SGS 2 i can disable 3G net and chose GSM ONLY.
but on my Sensation this is not possible, that is the problem with all HTC bought with 3..
the time I had my Desire HD there was a CODE you could enter then there was some kind of system menu that allowed me to chose GSM ONLY...
can anybody help me with that code ?

dk_iceman said:
Hey I have Just got my Sensation, bought with 3 denmark...
its not branded or Locked.
But I do have a big problem, I live where 3G coverage is BAD, but the phone can just exactly get 3G net...
normally on my SGS 2 i can disable 3G net and chose GSM ONLY.
but on my Sensation this is not possible, that is the problem with all HTC bought with 3..
the time I had my Desire HD there was a CODE you could enter then there was some kind of system menu that allowed me to chose GSM ONLY...
can anybody help me with that code ?
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*#*#4636#*#
scroll down and there should be a pull down menu where you can select the different bands there.
On the stateside phones we have the settings on the phone itself which helps.

dk_iceman said:
Hey I have Just got my Sensation, bought with 3 denmark...
its not branded or Locked.
But I do have a big problem, I live where 3G coverage is BAD, but the phone can just exactly get 3G net...
normally on my SGS 2 i can disable 3G net and chose GSM ONLY.
but on my Sensation this is not possible, that is the problem with all HTC bought with 3..
the time I had my Desire HD there was a CODE you could enter then there was some kind of system menu that allowed me to chose GSM ONLY...
can anybody help me with that code ?
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So, if you go to Settings>Mobile Networks>Network Mode, you can't select GSM Only?
On the US version you can also dial *#*#4636#*#*. Click on "Phone Information", scroll down and there's a drop down to "Set preferred network type". GSM Only is listed there.

samnada said:
So, if you go to Settings>Mobile Networks>Network Mode, you can't select GSM Only?
On the US version you can also dial *#*#4636#*#*. Click on "Phone Information", scroll down and there's a drop down to "Set preferred network type". GSM Only is listed there.
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exactly that code I was looking for...
No i Can't select GSM only and that annoying.. if i buy it with a nother company like TDC there is no problem with selecting GSM only, or if I put my TDC simcard in this Sensation I can choose GSM Only. So it must be a combination of the software 3 is modding with their simcard

Fast-disable 3g toggle?
I wonder if there is a way to very quickly switch from GSM (2G) to WCDMA (3G). I'm new to android but on my jailbreaked iphone 3gs i would use a toggle for that which allows me to switch from 2g to 3g within a second.
That was a really good way to extend my batttery life as I used 3g only as needed (for web browsing and youtube), while EDGE was always sufficent enough for email checking, whatsapp and checking tram/Bus departure via app.
Right now I can only set it to GSM-only, WCDMA-only or auto by going the long long way through settings--> antennas etc

[Q] stuck on 2g...wont go 3g...why?

So I I've searched for an answer or a problem similar only to come out with no luck...do what's going on right now is that I got my inspire unlocked from att and came to India because I now have to live here because in going to college here..anyway its unlocked and I purchased a prepaid plan from company Vodafone.
So I've been running with 2g for some time now and now I just sick off it and need 3g so I can also use mylaptop and connect to hotspot. Anyway I've got 3g plan however my phone is constantly staying on EDGE....which is pretty annoying because its so slow and I paid a bit to get 3g upgrade. I've tried the *%*#4636#*#* phone setting and switched to GSM/cdma auto. Also got the smsc and updated. Also I set up a new APN suited for the company with no luck..still on 2B.C. So my question is..how do you switch on 3g on inspire? Haven't been able to find that also been searching it. My Android is still 2.2.1 if that makes any difference. I've also called they company and HTC to no success...so please help me out. How do I initiate 3g on my inspire?
apparently I just need the option to turn on 3g and the phone info thing won't work...keeps me on edge.
Thanks

If you have tried going to your settings then to you mobile network settings. There should be an option to use only 2g networks. If that is checked, then you need to uncheck that.

shugga101 said:
If you have tried going to your settings then to you mobile network settings. There should be an option to use only 2g networks. If that is checked, then you need to uncheck that.
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But that's the problem...I can't find that option.I go into mobile network settings and see data roaming...apn..network operators..and always on mobile network option. I've been trying o find a option to set which to put..for instance 3g only or 2 g only or 3g preferred..no avail. still have Droid 2.2.1 if that makes any difference..

Their is no way to get 3g. India uses a different frequency for 3g. No way to change it outside of getting a different phone with compatible bands

The Inspire radio utilizes the 850/1900 3G bands. India uses the 900/1800 bands for 3G. If you use the phone in a market where the 3G is on a different frequency than the radio in the phone, the best you'll get is Edge. This is hardware related. There is no setting you can change or ROM you can flash that will allow it to operate on 3G in your market.

So no absolute way of getting 3g on my inspire in India?

Nope
..........

Huh...so best bet would be to get a new phone? What should I look for in order for this problem not to happen again?

Get the correct version, The Desire HD.

Is it company -problem or a country -problem? If I switch providrs, will it work?

drsteez said:
Is it company -problem or a country -problem? If I switch providrs, will it work?
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Doubt it. Pretty much everyone except the US uses 900/1800, and att uses 850/1900 on it's phones (the inspire) - as previously stated this is in the phones hardware. So unless you can find a provider that uses 850/1900 for 3G your SOL - best bet is to get a new phone (DHD uses 900/1800 for 3G and is the same device as the Inspire, very minor differences)

Even i too have the same problem and I am from India.I have tried with my network operators many times but nothing works,i have to pay for 3g data and use 2g.Is there no fix for this issue?

omg, SEARCH. its what you agreed to do before posting.
ill put it simply for you. your inspire will never get 3g outside of the united states.
http://www.worldtimezone.com/gsm.html
if you are in purple, u need a desire hd, orange, you need an inspire.

Darunion said:
omg, SEARCH. its what you agreed to do before posting.
ill put it simply for you. your inspire will never get 3g outside of the united states.
http://www.worldtimezone.com/gsm.html
if you are in purple, u need a desire hd, orange, you need an inspire.
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Oh god!!guess i need to buy another phone in order to use 3g in my country.

[Q] Internet Connection, HOW?

Colleagues
Just recently purchased a goophone4GS (iphone clone) and all good so far but I am unable to get Internet connection on it. The WiFi works fine at home but I cannot get any data through my carrier.
I am with OPTUS Australia, the optus people tell me to switch on 3g but the phone is gsm not 3g if that makes any sense.
I am new to smart phones and just must be missing something, any Idea's?
Thanks
Katohdog

GSM and 3g have no.. relation at all. I'm using a GSM phone and it has 3g reception.

illuminarias said:
GSM and 3g have no.. relation at all. I'm using a GSM phone and it has 3g reception.
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Ok I know my phone has no 3G capabilities, so I will go back to the question how do I get Internet? What settings on the phone do I need to activate?
Thanks

To address the above, GSM is '2G' and '3G' usually refers to WCDMA/HSPA. Most newer phones (except the cheap ones) do both, however this particular model is 2G only (which the OP knows ).
I assume this runs Android?
If it does, the APN settings for Optus are what you're missing. Try going into Settings > Wireless and Networks > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names and hitting the menu button. It will give you the option to make a 'new APN'.
APN settings for Optus can be found here.
Good luck!

[Q] D6633 Hacking

Hey guys,
So I have the Z3 Dual, but where I live, we only get 3G network and no GSM, which brings me to my question:
Is anyone working towards a hack to allow my device to run BOTH my Telstra SIM cards in LTE mode without one reverting to GSM?
Thanks in advance,
Phil

Really? No gsm signal or 2g. I think 2g structures are the most basic one that every carrier Has. BecAuse if 3g becomes congested, the subscriber can fall back to 2g. Anyway i guess no hack is on going because of the rooting issues with this plus i think it's a hardware limitation. 2 simcards cannot use 1 modem (the 3g/4g) because that would tax a lot of battery power
Sent from my D6633 using XDA Free mobile app

There are 2 radios in the phone I'm suspecting, since both SIM's run different IMEI numbers (1 per radio) if you check in About Phone/Status and check the 2 SIMs.
So I can't see why this is a limitation.... renders the phone worthless for what I wanted it for (Work sim and Personal sim),
And yes, where I live, there has never been GSM, it was CDMA before the towers were upgraded to 3G (Central Wheatbelt is Western Australia).

Dysstatic said:
There are 2 radios in the phone I'm suspecting, since both SIM's run different IMEI numbers (1 per radio) if you check in About Phone/Status and check the 2 SIMs.
So I can't see why this is a limitation.... renders the phone worthless for what I wanted it for (Work sim and Personal sim),
And yes, where I live, there has never been GSM, it was CDMA before the towers were upgraded to 3G (Central Wheatbelt is Western Australia).
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When you use the first SIM with LTE the second has no signal?
I can't understand if the second sim limit is only for connection or also for 3G bands.
I mean: you can still use the second line on a 3G network only for calls and SMS without using data connection or not? The second line is limited on 2G bands?
thanks for answers I ordered a Z3 Dual 2 days ago

theskig said:
When you use the first SIM with LTE the second has no signal?
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Correct, because the second sim drops down to GSM, which we don't have in rural Western Australia. And vice versa, set the second SIM to LTE/WCDMA and the first SIM drops down to GSM. Meaning, you cannot run 2 SIM's side-by-side unless you live in an area that has GSM/2G still.
theskig said:
I can't understand if the second sim limit is only for connection or also for 3G bands.
I mean: you can still use the second line on a 3G network only for calls and SMS without using data connection or not? The second line is limited on 2G bands?
thanks for answers I ordered a Z3 Dual 2 days ago
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So, you choose either SIM as your data sim. Whichever you choose, that sim runs in LTE mode and the other SIM is used for calls/sms only.
SMS and phone apps both have 2 send buttons labelled 1 and 2, so you can send messages or make calls from either SIM at the press of a button. But only 1 SIM has data active, that is the SIM running in LTE mode.
I have messaged Sony Mobile Developers regarding this, the reply was:
From: [email protected]
Hi Phil,
Thanks so much for your email. We will forward the dual SIM issue you have identified to our internal teams for further investigation.
Best regards,
Developer World
Hope this helps
Regards,
Phil

Dysstatic said:
Correct, because the second sim drops down to GSM, which we don't have in rural Western Australia. And vice versa, set the second SIM to LTE/WCDMA and the first SIM drops down to GSM. Meaning, you cannot run 2 SIM's side-by-side unless you live in an area that has GSM/2G still.
So, you choose either SIM as your data sim. Whichever you choose, that sim runs in LTE mode and the other SIM is used for calls/sms only.
SMS and phone apps both have 2 send buttons labelled 1 and 2, so you can send messages or make calls from either SIM at the press of a button. But only 1 SIM has data active, that is the SIM running in LTE mode.
I have messaged Sony Mobile Developers regarding this, the reply was:
From: [email protected]
Hi Phil,
Thanks so much for your email. We will forward the dual SIM issue you have identified to our internal teams for further investigation.
Best regards,
Developer World
Hope this helps
Regards,
Phil
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Thanks for infos!
That's weird! If I live in a place with only 2G or only 3G network I cannot use 2 sim cards!
But I remember reading on online user manual that the 2 sims network settings are separated, right? If you force both on the right frequency?
In a few days I'll receive the phone and I'll help you with some tests

theskig said:
Thanks for infos!
That's weird! If I live in a place with only 2G or only 3G network I cannot use 2 sim cards!
But I remember reading on online user manual that the 2 sims network settings are separated, right? If you force both on the right frequency?
In a few days I'll receive the phone and I'll help you with some tests
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Correct, both sims wont run on 3G at the same time..
Both sims WILL run on 2G at the same time though (GSM).

Help me - Infocus m808 is working only in 2G

Hi
Maybe you can help me.
I used my M808 2 years. In 2 days i can't call and sms and don't have internet when i have 3G or 4G. When i force 2G i can call and sms. In 3G i can see range but i cant call to anybody.
Do you have idea how i can fix it?
I done hard reset and nothing, I try my SIM card in other smartphone and there i had 4G ok.
Will Change rom help?

Lobotom_ said:
Hi
Maybe you can help me.
I used my M808 2 years. In 2 days i can't call and sms and don't have internet when i have 3G or 4G. When i force 2G i can call and sms. In 3G i can see range but i cant call to anybody.
Do you have idea how i can fix it?
I done hard reset and nothing, I try my SIM card in other smartphone and there i had 4G ok.
Will Change rom help?
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This could be caused by a few things.
1. Hardware fault.
2. Your carrier (SIM Provider) switched to a none supported band or bands. The M808 does not support LTE band 20 (800mhz) which is common in Europe
Supported Network Bands:
(2G) GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz
(3G) WCDMA 850/900/1900/2100MHz
(4G) FDD-LTE B1/B3/B7/B8/B28
3. APN settings although this would not affect voice calls
4. Your carrier Decided to block your phone by IMEI from using anything other than 2G and yes they do sometimes do this O2 did it to me some years ago now with absolutely no warning or reason given so I will never ever use them again the arrogant s****
5. Duplicate IMEI someone is using a phone with the same IMEI as yours on the same network. This can cause all kinds of strange stuff to happen. Again happened to me when I restored the incorrect backup. Both mine and my sons phone ended up with the same IMEI . It took ages to work out what was going on with that one
I would suggest you first try another sim card from another provider that use's the supported bands for 4G (3UK) if in the UK it used to work fine on my Old M808.

I done some tests.
I put my sim card to other phone - everything is ok.
I put other provider sim card to my phone - only 2G is working properly.
I done flashing - no improvement.
Im afraid hardware fault.
Any more sugestions?

Lobotom_ said:
I done some tests.
I put my sim card to other phone - everything is ok.
I put other provider sim card to my phone - only 2G is working properly.
I done flashing - no improvement.
Im afraid hardware fault.
Any more sugestions?
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Full Firmware Upgrade using SPFlashTool If that dont fix it then it's time for a new Phone see the original Infocus V5 M808 Thread for ROM s and tools.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/device-reviews-and-information/infocus-v5-mt6753-5-2-fhd-2gb-ram-16gb-t3341297
MM ROM's and Recovery's https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67345310&postcount=182