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I know that the OG SGS2 on AT&T is capable of NFC (thought from what I understand, it's not quite enabled in the software), and I've read that the T-Mo variant is too.
I'm looking to upgrade and am likely going to get either of AT&T's new LTE phones (The Vivid or the Skyrocket), and am trying to decide which. (I'm upgrading from an older phone, not an OG SGS2, so I'm not looking for a discussion on which SGS2 is better. Also, I'm in Atlanta, where LTE is live, so I'm not looking for a discussion on the merits of LTE, either.) Overall, I like the Vivid best, but would love to have the NFC. So if the Skyrocket does in fact have NFC, I'd probably go with that.
My question is: Can anybody confirm whether either phone has NFC? I've found conflicting things all over the internet, and searching XDA hasn't turned up anything definitive.
Thanks for the help!
I have seen the skyrocket myself and I can verify that the battery inside of it says Near Field Communication. I however, can not verify if it is an unlocked feature as it is in the OG one.
Great! Thanks for the confirmation! Any idea about the Vivid? (I think that one's more of a long shot, as HTC has not released any NFC capable phones yet, but I can hope, right?)
bjg222 said:
Great! Thanks for the confirmation! Any idea about the Vivid? (I think that one's more of a long shot, as HTC has not released any NFC capable phones yet, but I can hope, right?)
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Get the skyrocket if you can! Super AMOLED+ is the best screen out there. HTC lost its flair recently. Samsung v/s iPhone it is now!
If it's disabled in software, you're better off with the I777. We're a LOT closer to reenabling it.
(as in - I can now read tags, but Google Wallet FCs.)
The manual states on pg 138 that it is disabled and will be activated at future date.
Hope these skyrocket threads can be moved to their correct destinations...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1383
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I had the same question. It's a p.i.t.a. to find info about NFC. Samsung is worst. A handset without NFC chip, another with disabled NFC chip and a handset with enabled NFC. We talk about one and the same model. Some manufacturers and most carriers don't give info about NFC chip.
bjg222, HTC has the Incredible S NFC (yet only in China), and the Amaze (T-Mobile)! I don't have info if NFC is enabled or not.
At NFC-Phones.org you find available handsets listed by country and by carrier, also a summary-list with info about the NFC features. If the Phone has Tag, Pair, Share and secure payments enabled. Still many question marks, feedback from owners is hard to find, but working on it every day. Joao
how to enable NFC
The only way I am aware of how to enable The NFC functionality is to upgrade to ICS. I did and NFC is now an option to activate. Don't know how it works, though. No one near where I live is making use of that tech.
Every thing i'm reading says you can make phone calls from the galaxy tab plus in receiver mode. is that strictly for the 3G versions? Because on my wifi version I don't have that option.
Sorry but off course you cannot do that with WiFi version...only 3G works as a phone.
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Sorry but off course you cannot do that with WiFi version...only 3G works as a phone.
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That's only half-correct. You can't make phone calls without a wifi connection in the wifi-only version, and it is missing a traditional dialer, but there are plenty of apps, such as Skype, Vonage, and GrooVe IP which will allow you to make calls in receiver mode even on the wifi-only version.
Does anyone know if the 3G/4G GT 7.0 Plus can be flashed to enable voice calls, like the original Galaxy Tab? Thanks to the great devs here on XDA I was able to flash my original tab & was hoping to do the same if/when an AT&T model is released. Other web sites (samsung, gsm arena) show pics of the GT 7 Plus & the GT 2 with the dialer app. I'm sure these are the European versions, as was the case with the original Galaxy Tab.
....if not, I may have to settle for a Galaxy Note.
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That's only half-correct. You can't make phone calls without a wifi connection in the wifi-only version, and it is missing a traditional dialer, but there are plenty of apps, such as Skype, Vonage, and GrooVe IP which will allow you to make calls in receiver mode even on the wifi-only version.
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I understood we were talking about phone function with dialer application, which wifi version is unable to offer. And off course there are plenty devices which are able to make calls through VOIP, Skype etc...but not through GSM if there is only wifi version. This is general for tablets and computers.
Does this the t869 version have the "Voice Receiver" mode?
Talked about on the Samsung site or just speakerphone?
samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxytab/7.0/feature.html
No it does not. Tmobile variant is missing some hardware = crippled.
Sorry guys so does the 3g model work as a fully functional phone on T-Mobile?
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Or does any version run on T-Mobile US 3g that can be used as a fully functional phone?
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Or does any version run on T-Mobile US 3g that can be used as a fully functional phone?
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That is the million dollar question that I am trying to get answered too. I have the original Samsung Galaxy Tab and make phone calls all day long with it. Of course I am using a SIM that originally worked on a Samsung Galaxy S so I don't have just data on my plan.
If you are like me, you are absolutely frustrated that you can either have Phone+2G or swap modems and boot into pure 3G mode without phone calling ability. So, I have a couple people confirming that the Huawei Springboard can make phone calls and I believe also utilize 3G/4G on the TMobile USA network (unconfirmed on the 3G/4G portion). I want to stick to having a 7" device that makes phone calls as my phone but I want my 3G/4G ability that I am paying for.
So, here are the tablets that are out and if they work with TMobile USA network:
Huawei Springboard Phone=Yes, 3G/4G=?
Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus Phone=?
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Phone=Yes according to one website
Samsung Galaxy Note Phone=No, not unless new radio is put in unit.
Dell Streak 7" - Not sure
Thoughts? Errors that you see on my info above?
From what I understand the Springboard is also missing the hardware to do voice calls without Bluetooth, speakerphone etc.
Is it possible to purchase the int'l unlocked version of the Galaxy Tab 7+ that has the voice receiver hardware and flash the modem, etc from the T-Mobile version so that tmo 3G/4G?
Or is that a hardware incompatibility with the int'l version?
Juanpv, I believe you are right about the Springboard not having the hardware/microphone to handle phone calls without bluetooth or headset.
I believe the international version of the Tab Plus doesn't do the 1700 bandwidth which the TMobile USA network needs.
I'm so frustrated right now. Does anyone know of a 7" device that works on the TMO USA network and allows phone, 3G/4G without having to reboot?
I've been using the T-Mobile galaxy plus as my primary phone for about a month now. I etf'ed(if that's not a real word,it should become one) my original number to transfer it over it Google voice,only cuz i picked up a galaxy ii as well. I downloaded the groove IP app and that was pretty much that. Now granted,its not ideal,on wifi u get a small delay,and because I live in a market without 4g...its almost impossible to use it as it cuts out either when I'm talking...or the other person on a line. My tablet has two numbers attached to it also...the Google voice one and the T-Mobile data plan. Granted...I use really only about thirty minute a month for voice...its been pretty ideal for me. It was also very easy to attach a blue tooth headset to it. Also,I don't think it allows u to call 911...but with two other cell phones in the house,I hope it wouldn't b a problem. So I've been pretty happy with this setup..playing games is great, I've been reading way more then before and I have yet to find pants that I own that it doesn't fit in....watching Netflix or other movies is great,especially on the treadmill ...and that'd really when it becomes awkward...is listening to music at the gym...but its cool to use apps like jetfit pro to keep track of your sets. Is it ideal...no...but more then functional. Let me know if anyone has any questions.
Ps. While the camera takes decent pictures...its def a drop off from the quality of the s ii I got use to before I gave it to a family member.
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My tablet has two numbers attached to it also...the Google voice one and the T-Mobile data plan.
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Thank you for sharing in what way you are using the TMO Galaxy Tab Plus. Have you tried or found any hacks to get one of the sim cards, from another phone, to utilize the phone features of the tablet?
I see on the Samsung website that it has phone calling capabilities but I also read somewhere/someone believes TMO had Samsung remove the physical hardware to support standard phone calls. I personally believe that is erroneous information as they thought the same with the original Samsung Tab.
I am just using another "data" sim card from T-Mobile...so I have two numbers attached to my tablet ...sorry...I did scour the interweb to find a trick to just use my original one...but no dice :-(
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From what I have gathered, and excuse me if this has already been said (It doesn't look like it above)...
Galaxy Tab 7 Plus (USA Version) won't allow 3G/GSM Calling. No one has hacked it like you can on the original tab. I actually bought the Galaxy 7 Tab Plus in hopes I can, and sadly found out after hours of reading that I can' t
Now, the Galaxy Tab 7 Plus (International Version) does allow you to! It will run you around $700 for it (I was able to find one for $460 in Australia, but shipping is expensive).
The reason the USA version can't, is the same reason why no tablet in the USA can make calls the carrier (I believe) blocks it. I don't know exactly why they do, perhaps data usage or something... there is only 1 or 2 tablets out there that support gsm calling, I don't recall what they are though, but nothing fancy like a Galaxy Tab 7 Plus.
I'm all about GSM Calling and anti-VOIP calling, but as I do more research I might migrate to VOIP phones, mostly because there is no limitation on what device you use...And I'm leaning towards the Sony Tablet P (Fold/Clamshell design)... I know, 99% of people out there hate that device, but I love the idea. Comes out in a week, so I'm pretty excited
Hi NineT9, having used cell phones in a dozen countries while living there, I can assure you that in US, cell because just sodomize you and take fortune out of your pocket for that matter.
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Is there a difference on hardware level between this one
http://www.samsung.com/uk/consumer/mobile-devices/tablets/tablets/GT-P6800LSAXEU
And the
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab/SGH-T869MABTMB
http://mobile-broadband.t-mobile.com/tablets/galaxy-tab/plus
I would love the phone feature the EU version has!
Is that possible on T869? Like installing a rooted EU rom on T869
So that I can retire my G2 on eBay
Hey I am getting plus on Friday I will use my G2 sim in it and post you guys how the VOIP stuff goes
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I was under the impression that I could use my G2 sim which has unlimited data on this Tab, but that not the case!
TMO wants me to sign up for another data plan, so said KMB and send the damn thing back. As I could only load T-Mobile website on it using my sim card.
Now I am ordering EU tab thru my friend who lives in London. I will post updates after getting it
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I'm all about GSM Calling and anti-VOIP calling, but as I do more research I might migrate to VOIP phones, mostly because there is no limitation on what device you use...
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See, I feel differently about utilizing VOIP or relying on it. I personally have been using VOIP on older Windows Mobile devices, Nokia N800 and my Samsung Galaxy Tab when in 3G mode. But, I can tell you it's like having cell phone access about 1/10th of the time that you would have Cellular phone ability. Maybe it's even less but I don't want to be too critical. The amount of dropped calls, weird echoes, inability to even call, etc. is just too frustrating to rely on for a day to day phone. Plus, you'll upset everyone that you are talking too because they suffer through the same problems as you do. It's been a great way to alienate my friends.
I think I'm going to have to just give up and go back to a dumb 4"+ phone just so I have a dual core, Cellular, 2G/3G/4G capability all at the same time SINGLE device.
Damn the US phone companies! Every last one of them. At least with T-Mobile's business plan I get 1000 minutes, unlimited data (5GB), unlimited text for $39.99 a month. If I wanted unlimited everything then it's just $10 more at $49.99 as of Feb 2012.
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See, I feel differently about utilizing VOIP or relying on it. I personally have been using VOIP on older Windows Mobile devices, Nokia N800 and my Samsung Galaxy Tab when in 3G mode. But, I can tell you it's like having cell phone access about 1/10th of the time that you would have Cellular phone ability. Maybe it's even less but I don't want to be too critical. The amount of dropped calls, weird echoes, inability to even call, etc. is just too frustrating to rely on for a day to day phone. Plus, you'll upset everyone that you are talking too because they suffer through the same problems as you do. It's been a great way to alienate my friends.
I think I'm going to have to just give up and go back to a dumb 4"+ phone just so I have a dual core, Cellular, 2G/3G/4G capability all at the same time SINGLE device.
Damn the US phone companies! Every last one of them. At least with T-Mobile's business plan I get 1000 minutes, unlimited data (5GB), unlimited text for $39.99 a month. If I wanted unlimited everything then it's just $10 more at $49.99 as of Feb 2012.
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Wow, thanks for that post I've been asking numerous people and read a few threads/articles online about VOIP, and what you said is exactly what I was afraid of, and I've been told it won't happen if you have a connection... but I thought, well what if I'm driving? That means the speed will only decrease drastically, and like most people I talk while driving a lot...
I was afraid of the dropped calls, echos, upsetting the other end, etc etc... looks like that will happen still
Sadly, I think I will also have to go back to a dumb 4" phone too :\ I really want to use the new Galaxy Tab 7 Plus as a phone, shame it's not possible like the original :\
NineT9 said:
From what I have gathered, and excuse me if this has already been said (It doesn't look like it above)...
Galaxy Tab 7 Plus (USA Version) won't allow 3G/GSM Calling. No one has hacked it like you can on the original tab. I actually bought the Galaxy 7 Tab Plus in hopes I can, and sadly found out after hours of reading that I can' t
Now, the Galaxy Tab 7 Plus (International Version) does allow you to! It will run you around $700 for it (I was able to find one for $460 in Australia, but shipping is expensive).
The reason the USA version can't, is the same reason why no tablet in the USA can make calls the carrier (I believe) blocks it. I don't know exactly why they do, perhaps data usage or something... there is only 1 or 2 tablets out there that support gsm calling, I don't recall what they are though, but nothing fancy like a Galaxy Tab 7 Plus.
I'm all about GSM Calling and anti-VOIP calling, but as I do more research I might migrate to VOIP phones, mostly because there is no limitation on what device you use...And I'm leaning towards the Sony Tablet P (Fold/Clamshell design)... I know, 99% of people out there hate that device, but I love the idea. Comes out in a week, so I'm pretty excited
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I am using the Galaxy Tab t mobile SGH t849 7 ich that allows me to use GSM 2g voice + data and 3g data only using modem switcher.
Hi,
Can anyone help to share where to download the firmware FM RADIO for SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE II LTE, N7105???IS The phone missing the fm radio tech suppported???????
thanks..
tehnoth or maior 5 comptroller
I cant find it too. I also download a app on the market and it dont work. Maybe this version do not have Fm Radio in it =| .
Call Samsung
Seriously, I did not know there were sooo many different variants of the Note II (LTE). After reading on a couple of websites that it had FM Radio I went ahead to purchase the LTE version and only to find out later that it did not have FM Radio enabled in the Singapore version.
Some say there is no hardware built within the phone to support FM Radio but when I called Samsung Singapore helpline (1800-7267864) and voiced my disappointment, over the local market being deprived of a very basic function;
1) First I was told, no FM Radio and to download Radio Application from Google Play the streaming kind that will incur data charges.
2) When I said, why is that overseas LTE model has inbuilt FM Receiver then I was told that Samsung was aware of this issue and that they were working on this situation and perhaps there will be an update soon.
So in other words, it may just have something to do with the ROM and or Kernal and the hardware is probably already there but disabled. I suggest, those who feel there is a strong need for this function (FM Radio) to call them up and constantly, get an update otherwise, Samsung won't really know that there is a serious market for this function. Just my opinion.
Hi there,
I was also "cheated" by thinking there is FM radio in the Singapore Note version! Had called Samsung before but there is no satisfactory answer from them.
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Seriously, I did not know there were sooo many different variants of the Note II (LTE). After reading on a couple of websites that it had FM Radio I went ahead to purchase the LTE version and only to find out later that it did not have FM Radio enabled in the Singapore version.
Some say there is no hardware built within the phone to support FM Radio but when I called Samsung Singapore helpline (1800-7267864) and voiced my disappointment, over the local market being deprived of a very basic function;
1) First I was told, no FM Radio and to download Radio Application from Google Play the streaming kind that will incur data charges.
2) When I said, why is that overseas LTE model has inbuilt FM Receiver then I was told that Samsung was aware of this issue and that they were working on this situation and perhaps there will be an update soon.
So in other words, it may just have something to do with the ROM and or Kernal and the hardware is probably already there but disabled. I suggest, those who feel there is a strong need for this function (FM Radio) to call them up and constantly, get an update otherwise, Samsung won't really know that there is a serious market for this function. Just my opinion.
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Hi there,
I was also "cheated" by thinking there is FM radio in the Singapore Note version! Had called Samsung before but there is no satisfactory answer from them.
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My conclusion is that nowadays it is quite rare or virtually unheard of to get a dirt cheap plan with unlimited or 10GB data with any of the local telcos. Those good old days are gone. The 3 major telco here have limited the data to 2GB-4GB for basic plans. Question is how else can these telcos make money? Answer, via these data consuming apps that some of us have been suggested to use in lieu of the actual hardware based FM receiver.
True, some may not see the need of having a FM receiver on their phones but then there are those of us who love listening to live music while on the go. Some may even suggest getting an additional gadget for that very purpose but the last thing we want to do is carry multiple gadgets for multiple reasons. I love the phone but it would had sweeten the deal more if they had enabled the FM receiver on our local handsets. Besides, why the double standards? Same model Retail set you get FM receiver and Telco set without. A big boo to Samsung Singapore and the local telcos.
I received my N7105 today, bought off Kogan.com.au.
I only have a 500MB/month data plan, and my employer's internet connection isn't great, so I thought I'd try its FM radio...
and there was no app.
so I ran the Samsung apps apps to see if I had to download it. No sign.
googled and found this thread... it seems hard to believe there's no FM radio!
I would still have bought the N7105 but I would like to have known of the radio's absence to avoid the tinge of disappointment.
Add another surprised user to the list... I just bought my GT-7105T (Telstra Australian version) a few days ago and went looking for the FM radio just now... not there! I had no idea there were so many variants, perhaps I would have tried to find out which grey imports would have worked on Aus 4G networks as the Korean versions get a DMB tuner (for digital radio and TV!)
If anyone is interested in checking out the different variants before purchasing, there's a handy table on the Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_II#Table_of_variants
In the meantime I will contact Samsung as well, at least to try and find out if FM hardware is missing, or maybe it will come with a software update or some software mods/hacking.
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... Same model Retail set you get FM receiver and Telco set without...
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I believe it has to do with different models (varriants) as mugget points out on the wiki thread, and not retail vs telco.
I also looked in those korean versions. I do not believe you can get fm (or tv) reception in countries that do not utilize that system.
As far as LTE functionality, those korean models might match one or 2 of your country's LTE frequencies but not all. For example, none of the korean versions tune to the 2600 frequency.
Whether or not the fm hardware is there or not, is it not more involved setting up 2 assembly lines instead of one?
And like already stated: "Why the double standards"?
Add me to the list. Singapore and Starhub. Pretty disappointed.
Does anyone know if the phone has the hardware?
Welcome to the disappointed club!
The lack of radio and 64 GB model kept me from buing this one although I REALLY wanted it...
Is the radio harware there? I guess only Samsung knows.
Patience!
Australia is digital radio and tv ready. why didn't sumsung pt this feature in note 2? fortunately I haven't bought it yet.
Add me to the list of disappointed owner. I own a HongKong GT-N7105 Galaxy Note 2 LTE and I really never thought that something so basic cheap and useful would be let out of this high end piece. Does anyone have any info if the hardware is in there and that a software update or a dev could enable it? Cheers
Same problem here. No FM Radio app, I'm SO disappointed. Bought the device 3 days ago and just noticed that it's missing! WTF. Everyone doesn't have internet access all the time! And it takes a lot more battery to use mobile data on the go to listen music, when you can just turn on the app and listen it for real! And how about when you don't have access to mobile data, like when you're hiking and there's no mobile network! You might hear FM frequencies with the phone, but no, there is no app for the cause. Fck.
GT-N7105, 4.1.2 (N7105XXDLL5).
Seems like we aren't going to get FM Radio at all...
https://community.optus.com.au/t5/Mobile/FM-radio-hotspot-for-Galaxy-Note-2-N7105/m-p/33786/highlight/true#M7155
Greate...i payd 490Euro for a Note 2 Lte and it doesn't have radio FM? WTF? My dad has a Lg Optimus Sol and HAS RADIO!!!
I hope they will make an update for radio on Lte version...
Can't update that!
It is missing the hardware!
I searches for this too ,same result :/ i dont see any other way than Google musix all acces , spotify or webradio ,that Kind of stuff
Gesendet von meinem Galaxy Note II
Just buy a pendant radio and mp3 player...
like
http://www.dhgate.com/product/mp3-music-player-8-16-32-gb-mp3-players-backlight/105018275.html
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Just buy a pendant radio and mp3 player...
like
http://www.dhgate.com/product/mp3-music-player-8-16-32-gb-mp3-players-backlight/105018275.html
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Yeah, all of these people can't think that. So funny. Why i carry extra device only for radio function?
Big disappointment.
Well, either that or nothing.
This machine will never have radio.
Seeing as how the LTE allows for a completely mobile tablet experience and has that additional 16Gb of storage; Not to mention the ability to text and call via Hangouts why does no developer support it?
Sure I've got mine rooted and have xposed installed and it's a great ROM, doesn't mean it's the best anyone can do. I'm just confused by the lack of 3rd party support for the LTE.
If you really go through the development section some of the ROMs for the Wifi only version are being ported.
The Shield isn't a massively cheap device, all the more for the LTE variant. I'd reckon that you'd see faster ports/rom releases for the LTE model if you bought one of the devs one. It's hard to test/develop for a device that you don't have and make sure that it will still work.
Another reason in addition to what everyone has mentioned is that the LTE one came out much later then the wifi one. So there has been a lot less time to get things working on it.
Hello everyone..
I had a Galaxy S3 with Sprint and was happy I was able to browse and talk at the same time but can't anymore because of this Sprint Spark network. I've read hand full of messages about this issue and ppl are still pissed about it. I wished Sprint would have installed 2 antennas into my recently upgraded Galaxy S5 (and other Spark phones) while they are still working out the kinks. I use data and talk all the time, especially if I'm using the GPS. And definitely because I have a side gig where I drive and use GPS and talk on the phone for dropoffs/pickups.
My question is, has anyone figured out a work around to this issue to be able to talk and use data? And I'm not talking about using WiFi.
I was thinking if there's a hack where we can physically replace the antennae with the older LTE antenna,?
If the current Spark is triband, does that mean it should still be compatible with the older LTE versions? Is there a way to disable Spark, and use the other band so we can talk and browse?
Rooting apps?
I have 1 week left before deciding to stay with Sprint, or simply just use an older phone--i suppose the Galaxy S4. Or Tmobile would be the next better affordable carrier, but too bad they don't take corporate discounts anymore.
I hope when VoLTE rolls out, it is compatble with the GS5 and I won't need to get another device and its software related on my end. I read rumours it should have been mid-2015, but now I read some other msgs late 2015, nothing official.
Any thoughts? Thanks.