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Sadly giving up on 4G for now...

I got the phone on day one. The first thing I noticed as I looked at the phone as I walked out the door to my car was the 4g icon. Yay, I am on 4g! Wait, where did the icon go? It's pretty much been that way since I have had it. I keep it on Wifi at home. To put it on 4g, pretty much kills having a MOBILE smartphone. Data is the lifeblood of a smartphone and if it is not there, what's the point.
I have tried every single fix read here (and other forums). Including:
Rev A fix
Hard Reset
Pulling Battery and Sim card and placing back in
I have tried everything but take the phone back and complaining (rooted it).
Per the Verizon coverage map, I am (my house) in a 4g area. On the map, they ask for your address and it say's "I am covered" for 4g. I will note there are a few pockets on the map near my home that is 4g extended. I had been thinking it's just my area. As I would drive around, it would seem to lock onto 4g. But lately, no matter where I go, 4g goes in and out.
When the 4g goes in and out, it is killing all data. It's not like it quickly finds the 3g and resumes data transfer, it just stops. Goes to 1x after a while mostley.
So where I am at right now is that I have forced 3g (using Phone Info app) and now can get reliable mobile data.
Should I be patience with the network and wait it out or should I take this back and ***** (possibly being the device itself)? When does one suppose a possible software fix will be put out for the Thunderbolt?

Hey Man,
I read your post and I am a little confused. In summary is your issue that you dont have great 4G coverage by your house and 3G isnt picking up when 4g drops off?
If thats the case I know you said you tried the Rev A fix but just to double check did you:
Use the ##778# menu (hit call after ##778#)-->password is 000000-->modem settings-->Rev A-->choose enable-->hit the menu button on the tbolt and commit changes
Also have you had verizon try to swap out your sim card and/or called them up and made sure your current sim card is provisioned correctly? If both of these are the case and you tried all the other standard stuff I would go get the phone swapped out for another new device before your time runs out. I had the same problem and the Rev A fix did it for me.
jvward

What city are you in?

psufan5 said:
What city are you in?
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Cincinnati area. Northern suburb. Close to towers and major highways.

Maybe return it and get a new TB?
I didn't have 4G in my home although Verizon's little "insert address" said I would. When I called, however, they said that I was on the border and it's a tough call for now.
When I started driving around to different areas, however, it picked up 4G signal just fine. When driving back into a 3G area it switched with no issue.

psufan5 said:
What city are you in?
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And thats the right question to ask.
My 4G, in Los Angeles, is amazing. But Verizon is just starting to get 4G up and running in many cities right now, cant expect to have great coverage for many more months.

jvward said:
Hey Man,
I read your post and I am a little confused. In summary is your issue that you dont have great 4G coverage by your house and 3G isnt picking up when 4g drops off?
jvward
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When the 4g drops, data stops. No icon. Sometimes 3g shows up. Mostly 1x. Lately, nothing. No icon, no data.

jawa5636 said:
Cincinnati area. Northern suburb. Close to towers and major highways.
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I'm in northern Cincinnati too. Contact me before you do anything.
Hey, I have had problems too. I work in the Tri-county area and have GREAT 4G coverage. If you look at the 4G map I am right on the cusp (Maineville) of coverage. In my house, it will rotate between 4g/3g/1x constantly. I downloaded the "LTE OnOFF" app from TeamAndIRC and will toggle 3G only when I'm at home. For some reason I STILL HAVE TO DO THIS even though I'm using wi-fi 100%. When I get to work I toggle to 4G. Doing this, my battery life is exceptional. Before I figured it out I was draining my battery overnight every night. I don't know why the wi-fi requires that 3G only be on but it works.

Almost, but hanging on by a thread....
I am new to Verizon and I picked this up the day after launch. My two weeks are up. I am not in the 4G area (home), but spend most of my waking moment in a 4G area (work). While the phone itself doesn't have a hard time switching between networks on the handheld (I've watched it go from 3 to 4G while driving, I can almost pinpoint the switching area), it does have a hard time when in WiFi Hotspot Mode.
Here's what I mean. I'll be on wireless tether in a 4G zone and then without notice, the phone reports (via Hotspot App) that there is no mobile network ready and there is no data connection icon on the top menu bar. My Xoom is much more reliable on maintaining a connection (3G of course).
This is my only complaint about the 4G network, but it's a small one. The handheld itself is wonderful. I'm keeping both for now.
Check out my speed test on WiFi tether.

Verizon confirmed on the phone with me that there is in fact a bug in HTCs software switching from 4G to 3G when coverage drops. It should be fixed... In the mean time make sure you are using an app from the market to switch to 3G only unless you need 4G.
Other than that, just return it and wait for something else.

ridobe said:
I'm in northern Cincinnati too. Contact me before you do anything.
Hey, I have had problems too. I work in the Tri-county area and have GREAT 4G coverage. If you look at the 4G map I am right on the cusp (Maineville) of coverage. In my house, it will rotate between 4g/3g/1x constantly. I downloaded the "LTE OnOFF" app from TeamAndIRC and will toggle 3G only when I'm at home. For some reason I STILL HAVE TO DO THIS even though I'm using wi-fi 100%. When I get to work I toggle to 4G. Doing this, my battery life is exceptional. Before I figured it out I was draining my battery overnight every night. I don't know why the wi-fi requires that 3G only be on but it works.
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LOL. I live straight down 747 in Liberty Twp. (few miles up from Beckett Ridge). Driving around would get me a better connection (4g) at first but lately, as I drive around, it's all over the board. Most the time there is no data icon. I have another app (Phone Info) that has a toggle.
It gets frustrating in that I don't know if the issue is the phone, network or both. Hard to troubleshoot. I suppose I should mosey on down to the mall for anything and see what kind of 4g I get.

I am in almost the same situation as the OP, I have 4G everywhere but my home which I have confirmed with VZW is in a 4G coverage area, not an extended coverage area either. I have narrowed it down to my street exactly. Right after I turn down imy street I lose 4G.
I then once I am home and no I don't mean indoors just at my house I frequently go between nothing, 1x, and 3G(Very Weak) with sporadic data. Will not get 4G back unless I drive around. This is my second device, and second trouble ticket with VZW this time giving more detailed information.
I have also tried every possible solution but unfortunately switching to Rev. A is not a "solution" for me as I am in a 4G area and if I wanted 3G I probably would have just kept my Droid X.
I sure hope this bug if it is one in the software will be fixed with an update or VZW can sort it out if it is my network.

ridobe said:
I'm in northern Cincinnati too. Contact me before you do anything.
Hey, I have had problems too. I work in the Tri-county area and have GREAT 4G coverage. If you look at the 4G map I am right on the cusp (Maineville) of coverage. In my house, it will rotate between 4g/3g/1x constantly. I downloaded the "LTE OnOFF" app from TeamAndIRC and will toggle 3G only when I'm at home. For some reason I STILL HAVE TO DO THIS even though I'm using wi-fi 100%. When I get to work I toggle to 4G. Doing this, my battery life is exceptional. Before I figured it out I was draining my battery overnight every night. I don't know why the wi-fi requires that 3G only be on but it works.
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Update:
Per my experience yesterday, if you are within the 275 loop, you are golden. Once I hit West Chester/Beckett Ridge, LTE started dropping. At my house, it is almost non-existent.

[Q] NYC Data Outage

Anyone else in the NYC area having data issues? My data connection went down around midday today and hasn't returned. I called Verizon and they said that several towers were down in the area, but a friend with a Droid Incredible had a solid 3G connection this evening. I'm wondering if this is an issue with my phone or if it's the network.
I'm running a rooted TB with Virus ROM.

im in new york my service been good all day...I travel from queens to bronx

SmokingPope said:
Anyone else in the NYC area having data issues? My data connection went down around midday today and hasn't returned. I called Verizon and they said that several towers were down in the area, but a friend with a Droid Incredible had a solid 3G connection this evening. I'm wondering if this is an issue with my phone or if it's the network.
I'm running a rooted TB with Virus ROM.
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I'm not in NYC, but in Northern NJ (Paramus) I haven't had any data outages whatsoever.

I was In nyc today all day and my data was fine
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In central NJ here. Sporratic data all day long. Sometimes can't even send/receive texts.

I traveled from Jersey City (2 miles from downtown NY) to Montvale in North Jersey without any issues.

ilogik said:
I traveled from Jersey City (2 miles from downtown NY) to Montvale in North Jersey without any issues.
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Hey, you were right up by me!

Downtown NYC and South Shore of Long Island.....had 4g all day....no blips at all!

Jersey city here... no problems at all

Thanks for the feedback. Going to flash a couple of new kernels and see if that might be the issue. Flashing back to stock hasn't helped, though, so I'm not hopeful.

cypherx82 said:
Hey, you were right up by me!
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Small world

I live in Central Jersey too and was having problems during the day. My phone seems fine now though.

In the event that I'm not the only person in all of NYC having issues, I'll post a quick follow up before calling it an evening. I've tried flashing back to stock, flashing a new kernel, toggling the radio off and on, multiple battery pulls, basically anything I could think of and nothing has worked. I called Verizon again and they said they still have towers out in the NYC metro area. I was encouraged to wait until tomorrow to see if data returns.
Here's hoping that I will wake up to a solid 4G connection.

Try Jcase's LTE on/off app. It may fix your issue if it somehow went to off.
https://market.android.com/details?id=net.andirc.lteonfoff

I didn't lose connection yesterday, but my battery drained faster than it ever has since I got the phone. I chalked it up to network issues and the 4G radio searching for the signal. I didn't really use my phone at all yesterday, but at like 5:30 I noticed my phone was really hot.
The drain was ridiculous - over 50% in about 3 hours.

I do have the LTE On/Off app, but thanks for the suggestion. I've tried swapping between every different radio available on that app and no luck with anything. I can't get 4G, 3G, or 1x data connection.
Verizon is saying that they are still working on network issues in the NYC metro area. It seems completely insane that I'm the only one having this issue though. I don't know much about how cell networks operate, but is it possible that there is a network issue that is affecting me and no one else on this board? That seems extremely implausible, but maybe it's just something that I don't know enough about.
I have to live with it for today, but if it's not sorted by end of day today I think I'm due for a return.

SmokingPope said:
I do have the LTE On/Off app, but thanks for the suggestion. I've tried swapping between every different radio available on that app and no luck with anything. I can't get 4G, 3G, or 1x data connection.
Verizon is saying that they are still working on network issues in the NYC metro area. It seems completely insane that I'm the only one having this issue though. I don't know much about how cell networks operate, but is it possible that there is a network issue that is affecting me and no one else on this board? That seems extremely implausible, but maybe it's just something that I don't know enough about.
I have to live with it for today, but if it's not sorted by end of day today I think I'm due for a return.
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I have a feeling it's affecting me as well... the only difference is that my phone still says I have service. The reason I think it's affecting me is the ridiculous battery drain I've been experiencing the last 2 days.
Typically, I get around 3-5% battery loss every hour... I like that rate. Yesterday and today I'm getting 15-25% battery drain ever hour and my phone is very hot
I turned off the 4G radio a few minutes ago and I'll see if that has any affect

Both of you should:
1: Pull the Battery
2: Remove the Sim Card
3: Put Battery back in
4: Boot the Phone WITHOUT the Sim Card
5: Once it boots and gives you errors, shut down the phone
6: Put SIM back in and boot normally
This allows the phone to Re-Register on the Network. See if that helps.

I had connectivity issues yesterday, but so far its been fine today (tethering).
I'm in the financial district

aznxjz said:
I had connectivity issues yesterday, but so far its been fine today (tethering).
I'm in the financial district
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good to hear they got it fixed

3G Outage?

Anybody else noticing a 3G outage? I am in the Western MA area and it seems to be everybody. My collegues at work also do not have data (they are on VZW iPhones, Droid X's, D1's, etc)

3G is working fine for me in central NJ by the shore.

All good here in Denver! (I have the phone set to 3G, not 4G).

3G in central connecticut is all good

I'm in western MA (Berkshires) and no 3G for me either. I was worried it was my phone, I'm running CM7, but I guess it isn't.
Edit: I also had a random reboot while this is happening, that never happened to me before.

IDroidThere4Iam said:
I'm in western MA (Berkshires) and no 3G for me either. I was worried it was my phone, I'm running CM7, but I guess it isn't.
Edit: I also had a random reboot while this is happening, that never happened to me before.
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I would assume the reboot is unrelated, but it is nice to see that it's not only Springfield with issues... :-/

Westfeild is in the same vote. On and minute off for
a hour.
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3G was out last night and again this morning in Central CA (Fresno Clovis area)
I'm back on Wifi now, I'll post back later to give 3G update during lunch.

[Q] Service issue.

Hey guys, so I've had my inspire for about a week now and I've been having a few problems.
I've noticed that my phone frequently goes from 3g "H+" to 2g or Edge or "E".
Speeds drastically drop, I have problems with incoming and outgoing SMS as well and honestly its quite annoying.
I live in Philadelphia, where service is usually rather great, should I return my Inspire for a new one?
Also, I dont know the terminology when it comes to screen pixels but I also have a tiny botched area.
GPS seems to be hit and miss, I more then likely will ask for a new device but I thought I would ask here first.
Thanks.
Sent from my stock Inspire

With the spots on your screen I'd take it in for an exchange. As for service i know in my area (Lafayette, in) they have been working on the network so i have had the same issue. I do know they are doing alot of upgrading to there network. I believe that Philly is one of there areas they are planning for 4g lte to be up this summer (correct me if I'm wrong). So that maybe your reception issue. But I would ask them about that too when your in with your phone for the screen.

Carlrobling said:
With the spots on your screen I'd take it in for an exchange. As for service i know in my area (Lafayette, in) they have been working on the network so i have had the same issue. I do know they are doing alot of upgrading to there network. I believe that Philly is one of there areas they are planning for 4g lte to be up this summer (correct me if I'm wrong). So that maybe your reception issue. But I would ask them about that too when your in with your phone for the screen.
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<threadjack>Huh, That's near my old neck of the woods (Logansport, IN) </threadjack>
Anyway, AT&T has been having issues for the last 2 days here in Chattanooga too.

ST3ALTHPSYCH0 said:
<threadjack>Huh, That's near my old neck of the woods (Logansport, IN) </threadjack>
Anyway, AT&T has been having issues for the last 2 days here in Chattanooga too.
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Not to far away at all. I work with alot of people from up what way. Glad someone else is jumping in to confirm its a network issue. Although that suck for us users.

Carlrobling said:
Not to far away at all. I work with alot of people from up what way. Glad someone else is jumping in to confirm its a network issue. Although that suck for us users.
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Yeah, I made a post about it earlier.... I panicked and restored a Nandroid, thinking it had something to do with flashing the LeeDroid Desire to Inspire patch on Coredroid last night. I lost several minutes and a couple levels of Plants Vs. Zombies for nothing.

service been up and down her in central florida for a few days also....tyipcal at&t

psyc0 said:
service been up and down her in central florida for a few days also....tyipcal at&t
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Personally, I'm hoping that it has to do with a network overhaul that will result in better overall speed, even for us!

LTE Issues in Los Angeles?

I'm at USC in LA, and since yesterday my phone has been having issues connecting to LTE. I haven't heard any news of outages,though, so I'm wondering if something is borked with my phone. I was on CM7, but I tried going completely back to stock and still no dice. Is anyone else having LTE issues?

haven't heard of anything but gaving the same issues since yesterday. In the Burbank area.

Oh, good — then maybe there's a chance that it's not just my phone. Even 3G sometimes drops out, and nothing comes up for LTE Only except 1X.
Weird that nobody is reporting anything, though.

dacre said:
Oh, good — then maybe there's a chance that it's not just my phone. Even 3G sometimes drops out, and nothing comes up for LTE Only except 1X.
Weird that nobody is reporting anything, though.
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if you are using the radio from chingys leak that is the problem,best one I found for la is the original ota update radio
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I think it was an outage because 4G kept flickering all day yesterday and now it seems steadily on today without me changing anything. Thanks for the suggestion though.

there's no LTE yet where i am, but every now and then the 3G will cut in & out for about a day or so(and get stuck at 1X). whenever i call Verizon about it they'll either say there's work being done in my area or an area nearby and just said they could transfer me to a tech to see if there's something on my phone not set correctly or will just give the b.s. "pull your battery for 30 seconds" bit.
good luck if you call them

I'm at USC as well and didn't notice any issues. I was on MR2.5 and flashed the new 802 radio last night which seems even better connection and speed-wise. What radio are you using?

I'm in West LA, on the latest leak, no issues at all yesterday or today.

Currently running on 1x like a boss. Wait a minute that ain't good 4g down on the east side of the city.
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4g is off and on in San Diego

Only getting 1x here in nyc wtf is going on? Where can i go to find out if theres an outage?

Tampa Florida here and I have 3g but its about the speed of 1x and its not stable. Comes and goes sometimes I get the lame 1x too.
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I'm in Pomona area and I'm all over the 3g and 1x

4G is down here in Oklahoma. Was just getting to a good part of my movie on netflix too. Bummer...
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Only getting 1x here in nyc wtf is going on? Where can i go to find out if theres an outage?
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same here, it hit about a hour ago. I been reflashing radios and different roms. I think its due to the new cities being added to the 4g network

3G and LTE is out for me too in LA. I'm using 1.48.00.0726w and 0.01.78.0802w_3

currently only 1x and 3G in Vancouver, WA for the past few hours.

LTE is back up. Not sure how long that will last though

jamesfrom818 said:
LTE is back up. Not sure how long that will last though
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up again in Manhattan aswell

jamesfrom818 said:
LTE is back up. Not sure how long that will last though
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you're right, as soon as i posted it came back up for me.