Related
This is starting to bug me..... for no reason the 4g connection and even when I turn off the mobile network, wait a few minutes and turn it back on, it still wont work until I reboot the phone. Sometimes rebooting it doesn't work and I have to pull the battery.
Anyone know whats causing this? When this is happening I see the ^ arrow on the 4g connection lit up like a christmas tree but nothing is uploading and theres no data connection....... HELP!
Mine dropped Last night for the first time. When I first got the phone it flip from 3g to 4g at my job. Last night finally went dead. I rebooted and still no network. Then I used the new LTE switch to keep it @3g only. It worked.
Sent from my ADR6400L using XDA Premium App
reg83ny said:
Mine dropped Last night for the first time. When I first got the phone it flip from 3g to 4g at my job. Last night finally went dead. I rebooted and still no network. Then I used the new LTE switch to keep it @3g only. It worked.
Sent from my ADR6400L using XDA Premium App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Where do you get the LTE switch?
I have seen it step down to 3g and back up to 4g LTE but its just sometimes 4g just chokes for no reason......
Surprise u didn't hear about it. Its a free app. If it was a paid app it would sell like hot bread. Check the market. I can't post a link yet since I'm brand new to the site
Sent from my ADR6400L using XDA Premium App
same issue with mine in Denver
You also go to your dialer and type in *#*#4636#*#* to get to the menu.
same issue here Philadelphia sub
when i bought the phone, it is very easy to get 4G in my home and work
and recently, I only can get 3G in home and 1x in work.
and it is not stable, very easy to drop.
Yea sometimes 4g just hangs and it wont step down to 3g...... forcing me to reboot or hard reset .....
stoneskin2 said:
same issue here Philadelphia sub
when i bought the phone, it is very easy to get 4G in my home and work
and recently, I only can get 3G in home and 1x in work.
and it is not stable, very easy to drop.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey Stoneskin,
I live in Hawaii and I have the very same issue as well. I picked up 4g easily in the "so called" extended 4g coverage region when I first got the TB. Then about the middle of last week, poof, no more 4g except for in the true 4g areas. My thought is because so many people were having 4g connectivity issues in these extended area, VZW simply stopped allowing it as a troubleshooting measure that apparently is still going on. I brought this up to VZW tech support and they were clueless as usual. I also posted in the VZW Community Forum hoping to get an answer, but none thus far.
you could try dialing ##778# and pressing send, select edit mode, password is 000000 and then under modem settings change it to rev A. then press the menu button to save and reboot. it has helped me out in the El paso area. friend showed it to me the other day Far as i can tell is that it disables the new network that allows voice and data at the same time since that's the only difference i have noticed other than not loosing my connection anymore. I just a heads up this does not work on the latest version of virus rom RC1B3 sensless but did with previous version and several other roms i had tried
thetwiztidfreak said:
you could try dialing ##778# and pressing send, select edit mode, password is 000000 and then under modem settings change it to rev A. then press the menu button to save and reboot. it has helped me out in the El paso area. friend showed it to me the other day Far as i can tell is that it disables the new network that allows voice and data at the same time since that's the only difference i have noticed other than not loosing my connection anymore. I just a heads up this does not work on the latest version of virus rom RC1B3 sensless but did with previous version and several other roms i had tried
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for the tip, but it didn't work. VZW must have changed something to where extended coverage area no longer get 4g. Only those in true 4g areas. I really think this has a lot to do with the folks experiencing the constant drop 4g issues. They must have rationalized that if the extended area for 4g is not up to par and forcing 3g would be better. Only way I can explain it. From consistent 4g to only 3g. I sure miss the speeds.
Heyy i was trying to use odin with the uxkg3 rom and doesnt work for me then i take rhe phone to his stock fw and now i dont have the HSPA+ and now on the signal bar says edge please helpp!!!
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997R using XDA Premium App
Ensure that 2G networks are not only selected - try *#*#4636#*#* and select ' phone' and go to the bottom - GSM/WCDMA Auto PRL or something like that should be selected.
Also, try *#2263# if you have the Rogers modem and change the band to automatic mode that way. You can't use this option with the AT&T modem.
Lastly, you are currently in an HSPA or standard UMTS zone with good coverage, correct? EDGE will display sometimes with a stronger 2G signal where 3G/HSPA are weak.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997R using XDA App
Thanks
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997R using XDA Premium App
I am having the same issue on AT&T. After playing around with Infused 2.1, I reverted back to the stock UCKD5 baseband and build, and I cannot connect to HSPA/HSPA+ anywhere, even with excellent coverage. I confirmed all of the GSM/WCDMA auto (PRL) settings, but cannot get the phone to connect to anything other than EDGE. Any ideas?
Umm...
I would guess try the newer modems and see if they work. If they do not then do a full restore. Other then that i have no idea. Does anyone know if it is safe to be on the infused rom then flash a modem like the original onto it?
Flashed the original factory AT&T ROM using Odin (unrooted version)...phone works great but still no 3G/4G, and a very poor EDGE signal. I have an AT&T BlackBerry which has a booming 3G signal in the same area. The AT&T store installed what they claimed was a 4G SIM card when I purchased the phone. I wonder if the infuse needs to be "re-activated" to work with HSPA?
storm2517 said:
Flashed the original factory AT&T ROM using Odin (unrooted version)...phone works great but still no 3G/4G, and a very poor EDGE signal. I have an AT&T BlackBerry which has a booming 3G signal in the same area. The AT&T store installed what they claimed was a 4G SIM card when I purchased the phone. I wonder if the infuse needs to be "re-activated" to work with HSPA?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Our inspire had to have something done like that
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997 using XDA App
I have an idea!
Ok in the dialer do *data#. Then you will get a message. If you are above 2024 mb or somthing like that it will start to throttle speeds to edge.
Ryanscool said:
Ok in the dialer do *data#. Then you will get a message. If you are above 2024 mb or somthing like that it will start to throttle speeds to edge.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That won't start until September or October.
Are you sure?
Are you sure? Because for me i went over for a little bit and my speeds became extremely slow. Anyway, back on topic, does anyone else have any ideas?
Fixed it...to get HSPA/HSPA+ back, I did a "software format" using the following dial code: (this will wipe your phone as soon as you type it!)
*2767*3855#
After it reset, the H+ icon appeared after a few seconds.
Ryanscool said:
Are you sure? Because for me i went over for a little bit and my speeds became extremely slow. Anyway, back on topic, does anyone else have any ideas?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am up over 4gb this month and not throttled fyi....
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997 using XDA App
Lol Just to let you guys know I'm at over 13gb right now and haven't noticed any throttling.
Last week I stopped being able to use the internet, marketplace and streaming service on my Galaxy S 4g unless I'm on wi-fi. Today I realized it appears as if I'm no longer getting edge, 3g or 4g service. I have bars, but nothing next to it telling me what network I'm on.
My phone is rooted to stock with bloat removed and has been for months. Any ideas on how to fix this?
Try toggling airplane mode. Might help to remove your SIM card & ensure the contacts are clean then reseat it.
Sent from my SGH-T959V using XDA App
I'm having the same issue after moving CM7 => MIUI.
I've moved back to stock ROM XXJVT, but still not able to connect to 2G/3G. Anyone help.....
Btw, I'm sure the APN settings are correct and packet data is checked.
omer9 said:
I'm having the same issue after moving CM7 => MIUI.
I've moved back to stock ROM XXJVT, but still not able to connect to 2G/3G. Anyone help.....
Btw, I'm sure the APN settings are correct and packet data is checked.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You are in the wrong forum.
Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App
patientx1013 said:
Last week I stopped being able to use the internet, marketplace and streaming service on my Galaxy S 4g unless I'm on wi-fi. Today I realized it appears as if I'm no longer getting edge, 3g or 4g service. I have bars, but nothing next to it telling me what network I'm on.
My phone is rooted to stock with bloat removed and has been for months. Any ideas on how to fix this?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Follow these steps.
Settings,wireless and network,mobile networks,accesspoint names,and then check t-mobile us.
Sent from my SGH-T989 using XDA Premium App
try taking the battery out for 10min
I guess I figured it out. But it doesn't seem very logical, but hey it works.
I changed the url of my provider from "live.vodafone.com" to "live .vodafone.com" (watch the space between live and .vodafone) and all of a sudden E/G/H appeared in the status bar.
Still, double check the APN settings, make sure everything is entered in right (proxy, username, authentication type, etc). Were you able to send pictures still? You need to make sure it's not a hardware problem.
I have been having this problem with both of my Nexus S 4G ever since I got them 2 months ago.
My data drops out frequently and takes a while to get back up. If I have 4G enabled, then I have to manually reconnect it as it will not do it on it's own. This happens inside AND outside. Driving down the road or just standing in one spot.
I've tried all of the radios (basebands) and about 7 different ROMs and versions.
I've refreshed the data profile, PRL, and even tried the roaming Verizon PRL and Hybrid PRL.
Gone back to stock and tried everything from scratch. Still the same problem.
Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Network: Sprint
Baseband: D720SPRKE1
PRL Version: P:40447
I contacted Sprint and they just told me to update the profile & PRL.....
Any suggestions?
I'm not familiar with the CDMA nexus s, but are you able to change APN's? At one point I'd be able to connect to 3g (I have an I9020A), but every minute or so it would drop, so I fixed up the APN's for my carrier.
iv had a few data issues
forcing PRL and account updates has fixed it a couple of times
i'v bought used phones that iv had
to have sprint force update
im on LC1
[altho i cant tell any significant difference here]
and my prl is 61086
[a business account]
im currently on slim
make sure your mobile network
is set to roam
is not set to home only
Am I the only one with this problem? As I'm typing this I lost data but still had 3 bars. I never drop calls but only data.
Help please. This is driving me nuts.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using xda premium
andrewddickey said:
Am I the only one with this problem?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
no
i go thru periods of it acting bizarre
try disabling wifi and reboot
this USUALLY fixes mine till wifi is re-enabled
and i drop the sprint connection a few times
riding around
it then fails to re-acquire the IP address.
look in your status and see if you still have an IP
when your data fails
fwiw
I never use Wi-Fi. Ever.
Happens while using both 3G and 4G.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using xda premium
4G is worthless here...
i dont even bother with the switch
does it do the same thing if you disable 4G?
I almost always have to use 4G (if possible) since 3G speeds are slower than dial-up.
I've tried rebooting and leaving 4G off, and still the same. Even tried going back to Gingerbread.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using xda premium
andrewddickey said:
I almost always have to use 4G (if possible) since 3G speeds are slower than dial-up.
I've tried rebooting and leaving 4G off, and still the same. Even tried going back to Gingerbread.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If going back to GB doesnt help, maybe it is hardware related?
---===:::Greetzz, jojoost:::===---
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
This is happening with BOTH of my NS4G.
Possibility that BOTH have hardware defects?
Do a profile and prl update
Hit the thanks button if i helped
R0M CHEF said:
Do a profile and prl update
Hit the thanks button if i helped
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
In the original post, I stated that was one of the things I've done.
have you checked to see if you have an IP address
when data fails?
mine shows "unavailable" when it's wonky
and wont re-aquire till i reboot.
i'v seen this on 2 phones
off and on including on oem 2.3.7
fwiw
andrewddickey said:
Am I the only one with this problem?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have the same problems. From what I understand, its a problem with the hardware. I can confirm that's probably the case, because I've tried many different ROMs (stock, cm, etc...) and they all have the same radio issues (3g/4g and wifi)...
I have an NS4G in the DFW area and haven't seen the issues you're reporting. I'm currently on 4.0.4 with D720SPRLC1 baseband. Maybe I'm just lucky and have a good signal at work and home. It's very rare that I find an area of DFW where I don't get any data signal at all. Not sure what to suggest.
I get random drops too and i hate it. My 3g speeds are fairly good even above 1 mbps. Highest i ever got on 3g was 1.51 mbps
Mine will lose data if I'm in a coverage free area for an extended period of time, when I'm back in range 3g icon will show up just never reconnect. A reboot fixes it
Certain Areas
There are certain areas where I live that data just disappears. Although this is just a network thing I believe. It's weird though when I am driving it's like a 10 second drop and then all is good. Hope you get a solid fix!:victory:
Backup 4g Partition
REMOVED - was a bad idea.
I've actually replaced BOTH of the phones with brand new NS4Gs and they shipped with ICS.
Still the same problem.
This is driving me nuts. I was driving and trying to download Maps for the new phone from the Play Store and it took 6 tries. Kept saying RETRY.
What I've come to believe is happening is:
When 4G connects, 3G disconnects. When 4G drops (which is does frequently), 3G has to reconnect.
***Is there a way to keep 3G "on" in the background while 4G is connected?*** Maybe a way for the radio to transition back and forth?
hi has anyonr else eperiance this same issue. whenever I go to an area that has little signal or turn the wifi off and on my phone resets to 3g. I have to keep going into the apn settings and change it from EHRPD to 4GLTE and then restart my phone. I cant change any of the settings oe delete extra APN's so I posted a screenshot and im hoping someone can help me out. Thanks
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
plasmasnakeusa said:
hi has anyonr else eperiance this same issue. whenever I go to an area that has little signal or turn the wifi off and on my phone resets to 3g. I have to keep going into the apn settings and change it from EHRPD to 4GLTE and then restart my phone. I cant change any of the settings oe delete extra APN's so I posted a screenshot and im hoping someone can help me out. Thanks
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
not that it helps much, but this is an issue seeming to affect alot of us. I havent been able to correct it yet however. If I find anything out I'll post it.
Just put on airplane mode and turn it back off. Boom your done.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda premium
Is that an app you use to change those settings or is that buried somewhere?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
I just checked as I haven't seen it yet either. Settings, More settings, mobile network, access point names
Kind of cool. Mine showed the first option chosen but it hope between 3G and 4G as usual. Choosing LTE made no difference for me. I have virtually no 4g signal where I love
Sent from my SCH-I535
xceebeex said:
Is that an app you use to change those settings or is that buried somewhere?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Airplane mode is a feature of the phone and turns off all radios. You can hold the power button and choose airplane mode or use the quick toggle in the notification window. Since it sounds like you may be in an area with weak 4G, you can also use an app called Phone Info to set it to CDMA auto (PRL) under Device Information. You can also change it back to LTE/CDMA/EvDO if you want it to switch as normal.
With the Verizon S3, is there the need to do *228 (or *22899) ? I did this every so often on my old HTC Incredible.
frankybeenz said:
With the Verizon S3, is there the need to do *228 (or *22899) ? I did this every so often on my old HTC Incredible.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Doesn't work on LTE devices. A reboot essentially does the same thing. Some have recommended pulling the battery with the phone on, removing the sim card for about 30sec and then putting everything back in.
Thanks, I know what airplane mode is, wasn't sure where the APN setting was. I will look in to phone info though.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
Are you guys also experiencing the "No Sim Card" and "No Network Connection" issues?
Or is this an entirely different issue?
When this phone goes to 3g, it does seem extra bad on how long it takes to switch back to 4g. i have areas where i live where it goes to 3g when going in between hill (less than a 50 foot stretch) and it will not go back to 4g for over 10 minutes if i dont manually do it. Not to mention my LTE never goes above 10 mbps on the best days
Somewhat related...If you use Anycut to create a shortcut to IOTHiddenMenu, enter the ##DATA# Menu, edit. Under "Advanced", there is an LTE toggle, under "Other" > "HDR/1X" you can set the phone mode, and then under "Other" > "LTE APN Settings" you can somewhat modify the APN settings, reset and discard. If it asks for a password, it's 000000.
I gave these a try. I'm trying to find a way for my phone to favor 4G when there's a 4G signal, no matter how weak.
Yesterday I did a test, 3G with 3 bars vs 4G with 0 to 1 and 4G had consistently faster download speeds and shorter ping times. The upload varied from similar to 3G to slower.
Sent from my SCH-I535
Josolanes said:
I gave these a try. I'm trying to find a way for my phone to favor 4G when there's a 4G signal, no matter how weak.
Yesterday I did a test, 3G with 3 bars vs 4G with 0 to 1 and 4G had consistently faster download speeds and shorter ping times. The upload varied from similar to 3G to slower.
Sent from my SCH-I535
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
probably easier said than done. The phone info app can force LTE but you lose voice and text.
Ya I found that out yesterday when testing speeds. I went to send a text then make a call and no luck
Otherwise 4G service where I live could be excellent at one spot then a mile away no service. If I had excellent 4G consistently I'd consider GoSMS which I believe has the option for data text and also a separate VoIP app
Ah well hopefully something will be figured out eventually. With a strong 4G signal 4G is considerably faster and more consistent than my 20mbps home broadband
Sent from my SCH-I535
send it back
I've had similar issues with my network. I had no 4G in 4G areas, but mainly my wifi would disconnect randomly and 3G also dropped to 1X a lot. I ended up having to send it back and get another one. So far no issues. Also the new ones have an "Updated" sticker on them. I think it was just a software update they applied, but I never got the OTA on my old phone.
lefos123 said:
I've had similar issues with my network. I had no 4G in 4G areas, but mainly my wifi would disconnect randomly and 3G also dropped to 1X a lot. I ended up having to send it back and get another one. So far no issues. Also the new ones have an "Updated" sticker on them. I think it was just a software update they applied, but I never got the OTA on my old phone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Your new phone came with an already updated firmware version I535VRALG1 instead of the original version I535VRALF2.
lefos123 said:
I've had similar issues with my network. I had no 4G in 4G areas, but mainly my wifi would disconnect randomly and 3G also dropped to 1X a lot. I ended up having to send it back and get another one. So far no issues. Also the new ones have an "Updated" sticker on them. I think it was just a software update they applied, but I never got the OTA on my old phone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm having the same issue with my second replacement phone... My first one was replaced for an entirely different issue (loose home button).
Did you get the "No Sim Card" notification and "No Network Connection" message?
I think I might have to return this one as well...
PJnc284 said:
probably easier said than done. The phone info app can force LTE but you lose voice and text.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not sure if anyone will have the same luck I have with the "Phone Info" app, but with it I was able to get my 4g service back and my phone is functioning normally again. Just open the app, select Device Information and scroll down to "Set preferred network type" and select "LTE/CDMA/EvDo" then get out of the app.. 4g should return shortly there after. When I looked at it, my device was set to "GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)"