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Opinion on the charge

I am moving from epic to the charge what is everyones opinion on the charge pros cons would be helpful. Thanks ..
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The negatives depend on who you talk to. Alot have GPS issues along with bad battery life.Also people have been going through signal loss. The good is the screen and with some Roms debloat and optimize it. Once rooted you have alot you can to customize it. Best just to search and see what other people are going through.

Ok I guessing that we don't have miui.us on the charge what's the average battery life on moderate to heavy usage
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With moderate use, I can get about 12hrs. That's including internet, phone calls. videos and just generally messing with it. I managed to solve the gps problem with faster fix from the market. I now generally lock on in 10 to 20 seconds. The screen is incredible. I truly enjoy watching my videos on it. Enjoy your Charge.

Malave what rom are u using droid should be here Friday
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Im using Humble 4.22 with the imoseyon 3.1.0 kernel.

blueis300 said:
Im using Humble 4.22 with the imoseyon 3.1.0 kernel.
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Same here with the whole new blue theme from stranula. Nice keypad theme.

Do you think the gps is a phone issue or is it location spefic meaning in certain verizon markets
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bfitzpatrickd2d said:
Do you think the gps is a phone issue or is it location spefic meaning in certain verizon markets
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Device issue. I have had a phone replaced because of it and it was not any better. I have tried to use it in several places across the country and it is not any better.
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Hmm... cause guys at the verizon store says these stores sell a lot almost as much as the bionic but allot of charges father in law has this phone says he never ran into this issue
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I didn't have a proble mwith my original charge but had to swap it out because of other things. The CPO is when I started to have problems.

Not too many problems here except those that are hardware related... all roms I've tried run great, battery life is decent but I do have the infamous 'random data drop' bug and I've had a 4G sim replacement once (probably due to my compulsive flashing lol )

Lol I am known to be a flashaholic as well lol...
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bfitzpatrickd2d said:
Lol I am known to be a flashaholic as well lol...
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Just take the sim out when you odin.
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blueis300 said:
The negatives depend on who you talk to. Alot have GPS issues along with bad battery life.Also people have been going through signal loss. The good is the screen and with some Roms debloat and optimize it. Once rooted you have alot you can to customize it. Best just to search and see what other people are going through.
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I have all these problems. Have tried everything mentioned on these boards to fix. Nothing really works. All in all, a very mediocre phone for me. Obviously, as you read through these posts, you will get more favorable experiences than mine.

Thanks I guess there is no really way to tell but to get it ;-)
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bfitzpatrickd2d said:
Thanks I guess there is no really way to tell but to get it ;-)
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I like everything except for the data dropping. It does it no matter what I do to the same degree. A ton.
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It could be your area I live near salt lake city utah and the verizon reps said they sell them like crazy and they never in the last 6 months have had a abundunt amount of charges taken in for servicing so I don't know .....
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bfitzpatrickd2d said:
It could be your area I live near salt lake city utah and the verizon reps said they sell them like crazy and they never in the last 6 months have had a abundunt amount of charges taken in for servicing so I don't know .....
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It happens in plano, which is where I live, Dallas, the official market, and all the surrounding areas on 3g and 4g. I live in a full 4/3g coverage area.
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I guess I've been extremely lucky. I have had zero data dropping, zero sim issues, and no phone static issues. Sometimes my GPS sucks but can usually fix it through apps. All in all a great phone!
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ATT offered to replace my Infuse

Long story short: I am on my third Infuse with constant dropped calls. ATT has now offered to replace my phone.
Any thoughts on what to get. I think my options are:
Atrix 2
LG Nitro
Captivate slide (really miss the physical keyboard)
Skyrocket
S2
The Nitro and Skyrocket seem to have some pretty stellar reviews.
I think the Atrix still has a locked bootloader.
The Slide has the keyboard I have been missing since I got the Infuse.
And the S2 has a smaller screen
Any thoughts on any of these phones?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

Definately Skyrocket

Captive slide feels cheaply made its very light even with the battery in
E3D

Sg2
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I like the atrix 2. But that's just me.
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S2.
Atrix is a Motorola - enough said
****rocket has all sorts of weird bugs - awful battery life, apparently data rarely works. AT&T's user support forums are full of people with issues.
Glide is oddball hardware - Tegra2 is a pretty poor processor, Heimdall won't talk to it, don't expect much developer love for this device

Glad you said that entropy...cause I decided to go with sgs 2... ordered it today
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Nice, I need this to happen to me! I want a Nitro I think. I want that HD screen!

dman3285 said:
Glad you said that entropy...cause I decided to go with sgs 2... ordered it today
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Aww, I though you were getting a skyrocket.
Oh well, not that much loss.
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Entropy512 said:
S2.
Atrix is a Motorola - enough said
****rocket has all sorts of weird bugs - awful battery life, apparently data rarely works. AT&T's user support forums are full of people with issues.
Glide is oddball hardware - Tegra2 is a pretty poor processor, Heimdall won't talk to it, don't expect much developer love for this device
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Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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Yea...just a whole lot of love on the sgs2 right now..
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Longcat14 said:
Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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From what I've read, all Samsung devices using the Qualcomm chip instead of the Exynos have screen tuning issues. Either way, I would take an Infuse first and the SGS2 second.

wow, no one is giving any love to the nitro. the more reviews I read, the more I am liking it. anyone care to elaborate on the reasons for the s2 or rocket instead of the nitro? reviewing the specs, the nitro seems just as tricked out as the others and even better speced on several fronts. not trying to start a war, just trying to figure out how to best take advantage of att's "generosity".

Longcat14 said:
Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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hey cat, did you look at the nitro or did you just go with the rocket? why the rocket over the other two?

LG....Samsung...hmmm...not a hard choice for me....Samsung til i die bro...
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I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.

Longcat14 said:
Lol, data rarely works? Quit making **** up.
Awful battery life? Battery life was amazing on stock, running at 1.9GHz, and LTE radio... yeah, not the best.
I don't see any other bugs.
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Yeah. Im completely stock and i have no issues. Data works perfect. Batt is good. For a phone this big and everything it has the batt life is awesome. People just love makin **** up
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Never one singke issue from mu infuse...and mines been thru hell i can assure you....ive owned all makes of smartphones and samsung is the most reliable...and easiest to work on and customize....
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ptgptg said:
I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.
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You're using it wrong!
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ptgptg said:
I'm a little gun shy after three infuses that cannot maintain a phone call while I drive. i just have no experience with LG phones.
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I'm wondering if there's something wrong with the network where you are - does it always drop in the same place?
No one else has had the problems you have had, and for it to happen with three devices says "network" to me.
I never had a problem with dropped anything while driving - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0011GI94Q means it's extremely rare to ever have less than 3-4 bars anywhere when behind the wheel.
(I live in the boonies - I often go through areas where no phone ever has coverage, but with the Wilson I'll still usually have 3-4 bars in those places. It has more than exceeded my expectations.)

[Q] Best Infuse Modem

Which modem for the infuse would be recommendable? One that can pull fast download speeds and is always connected to HSPA+, thanks.
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carloz800 said:
Which modem for the infuse would be recommendable? One that can pull fast download speeds and is always connected to HSPA+, thanks.
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For future reference, maybe you should take 2 seconds and find a modem thread. In this thread you will find plenty of ppl's results they got in their respective areas. This type of question gets real old here, as it has been answered numerous times. I for one use a different modem depending on the area I'm in. Bottom line is, every modem will perform great in some areas and so so in the next...

So far the ki3 modem seems to be holding up well. It is one of the newer modems.
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Sarius24 said:
So far the ki3 modem seems to be holding up well. It is one of the newer modems.
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UCKI3 and UCKI4 have been out since late September and were our very first leaks from AT&T...there've been quite a few leaks since then bud.
>>Modems<<

I've always been using i3. I get really good speeds with it here in the Bay Area in northern California
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xIC-MACIx said:
UCKI3 and UCKI4 have been out since late September and were our very first leaks from AT&T...there've been quite a few leaks since then bud.
>>Modems<<
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+1 for ki3
Though there have been many modems since then, this one seems to still perform the best. He asked for the best, not the most recent...or did i read that wrong?
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albee320 said:
+1 for ki3
Though there have been many modems since then, this one seems to still perform the best. He asked for the best, not the most recent...or did i read that wrong?
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I was correcting the post above mine and his reference to KI3 as a recent leak. (wouldn't want to confuse anyone)
See that's the thing I've had ppl swear by KI3 and KJ2, yet they blow in my area...I actually used KH1 or KH2 (a galaxy S modem I think?) for a while and actually had pretty balanced connection.

I read this thread last night and decided to try out different modems. I flashed about 5 or 6 different ones and the ki3 is by far the best one that I have used yet. I couldn't ever get a decent signal inside my house and now I don't have to use my wifi at all with ki3.
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Paying $200 to any dev..... *Donating

Here's the basics of my request. Live in a fringe area of 3g reception. My MAXX gets at least 1 bar more in coverage. Clients never complain of reception issues. GS3 gets inconsistent coverage... I have updated to the newest modem... works better but still under par to motto. Is there any way to allow this phone to use more power to transmit and rec signal?? If there is a working solution I will be happy to donate 200 to any dev that can make this happen.
Just inherit with the design? Or it possible to increase the phone signal power??

Wrong section
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hopesrequiem said:
Wrong section
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That guy is a tool!
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Just like in the real world, if you throw cash then we can do whatever we want.

You probably already know this, but, you will have to either wait for Verizon to release a new radio or install a signal booster at home. I don't think that your request is possible, I could be wrong though....
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I have a solution. PM me with your zip code and I will get files together and write a tutorial for you.
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@Geek
Why not share this info with the entire community?
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Would like to know as well..terrible signal with my s3 when iPhone was fine
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gowansta said:
That guy is a tool!
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Go play in traffic noob...
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From what I understand Samsung reduced the radio's power to meet lower radiation standards. I think a newer firmware could solve this problem but the question is will we get one.

Keep it together

Thanks for the input. I will give you a call on the number you left.
Ps... tried the booster. In fact I run a 3watt kit in my car which works great. The in home kits I don't find all that great.... unless you are in front of the repeater. Basically too limiting imo.

scooby-snack said:
Thanks for the input. I will give you a call on the number you left.
Ps... tried the booster. In fact I run a 3watt kit in my car which works great. The in home kits I don't find all that great.... unless you are in front of the repeater. Basically too limiting imo.
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Try a directional antenna and getting it as high up and away from metal objects as you can.. Look over at SolidSignal.com for some hints..
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hopesrequiem said:
Go play in traffic noob...
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Wrong section!

toy028 said:
From what I understand Samsung reduced the radio's power to meet lower radiation standards. I think a newer firmware could solve this problem but the question is will we get one.
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Really? If that's the case, shouldn't someone be able to come out with a kernel which ups the power of the radios? That would be absolutely amazing if they could!

noingwhat said:
Really? If that's the case, shouldn't someone be able to come out with a kernel which ups the power of the radios? That would be absolutely amazing if they could!
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Upping the power of the radio will also eat through your battery quicker and doesn't necessarily mean it will make the radio work any better..
Better designed internal antennas would be sufficient in most cases.. And since Samsung has a looooong history of dishing out poor radios, I doubt increases in radio power will help if any..
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Hey hipnosis my friend has weak signal at his house as soon as he gets out of his house just goes to the yard he has full bars , could you recommend an antenna ? not to expensive that could help him out. Thanks he has VZW GNEX

Try a network extender, there like $200+ on Verizon.
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[Q] Skyrocket on T-Mobile

I hear there has to be good combos to have best experience on Skyrocket with T-Mobile.
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ROM: CM 10.1 Nightly
Kernel: Moretz R1
Radio:UVLI4
This radio is good but I live in a area with amazing 4g and I only get 3g with rare chance of 4g and help? Anyone else with better combo?
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Capt. Martin#30 said:
I hear there has to be good combos to have best experience on Skyrocket with T-Mobile.
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ROM: CM 10.1 Nightly
Kernel: Moretz R1
Radio:UVLI4
This radio is good but I live in a area with amazing 4g and I only get 3g with rare chance of 4g and help? Anyone else with better combo?
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You can try using the TMo Galaxy Note radio. It works very well for me. Here's the link:
http://d-h.st/zrg
I am also on CM10.1 nightly and using my skyrocket on T-mobile.Get 10 down and a couple up most of the time.

jssingh said:
You can try using the TMo Galaxy Note radio. It works very well for me. Here's the link:
http://d-h.st/zrg
I am also on CM10.1 nightly and using my skyrocket on T-mobile.Get 10 down and a couple up most of the time.
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Does it get 4g?
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Capt. Martin#30 said:
Does it get 4g?
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Does for me all the way. Your results may vary but worth a shot.

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Does for me all the way. Your results may vary but worth a shot.
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Thank you. Its working well as of right now
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ressurecting this thread.... can anybody pls. help me get the best combo (RoM and radio, not comfy to flash new kernel). also, anybody has a working apn settings for tmo it will be much appreciated

droidbabyxda said:
ressurecting this thread.... can anybody pls. help me get the best combo (RoM and radio, not comfy to flash new kernel). also, anybody has a working apn settings for tmo it will be much appreciated
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No rom
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mtdew said:
No rom
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i wasnt asking about best rom per se... i'm saying what rom works with what radio. chill

droidbabyxda said:
i wasnt asking about best rom per se... i'm saying what rom works with what radio. chill
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I've personally used AOKP, CM 10.1 Nightly, and Root box and ran with the Galaxy note Radio and its be amazing. But I would say it depends on where you live.
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Capt. Martin#30 said:
I've personally used AOKP, CM 10.1 Nightly, and Root box and ran with the Galaxy note Radio and its be amazing. But I would say it depends on where you live.
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is the radio the one linked Here a few posts up? coz it is showing UCLI3 ATT, and I was on that one before. switched to UVLG3 but still showing "E" instead of H+ for 4g. pretty sure we have 4g here. speed isn't too bad though

droidbabyxda said:
is the radio the one linked Here a few posts up? coz it is showing UCLI3 ATT, and I was on that one before. switched to UVLG3 but still showing "E" instead of H+ for 4g. pretty sure we have 4g here. speed isn't too bad though
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You made a huge mistake switching to tmobile!!

There is nothing called "combo" when it comes to using Skyrocket with t mobile (and in my opinion it makes things worse as you might have to troubleshoot both sides radio and rom problems) ... It is just the radio that can be fine or not depending on the area , and in some areas now t mobile switched their data freq to 1900Mhz so even stock UCLF6,UCLI3 or UCLL3 can work , including 4G

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You made a huge mistake switching to tmobile!!
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not my mistake. husband threw a fit about att and now we are all going to switch to something else. I opted tmo for myself, granted I should've bought a tmo phone and save me some headache. I'm stuck with Edge with no home WiFi. long story... I'm PO'd but in my marriage I pick my battles, fighting about mobile network is futile imo.

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Straight talk AT&T SIM would be the best option

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Straight talk AT&T SIM would be the best option
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have heard many bad reviews from several neighbors so I stayed away from it. lol. thanks for the help BTW.

droidbabyxda said:
not my mistake. husband threw a fit about att and now we are all going to switch to something else. I opted tmo for myself, granted I should've bought a tmo phone and save me some headache. I'm stuck with Edge with no home WiFi. long story... I'm PO'd but in my marriage I pick my battles, fighting about mobile network is futile imo.
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Ah I see. Good luck with tmo, my gf has had them for a while. Some areas get decent service but it sucks when traveling. It's always way slower than att everywhere we are.
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Even if it's not for you , but I must say I've been with the BYOD att SIM from ST now for a year and never had a problem, calls and data are exactly like when I was on att .... Tried tmobile prepaid before and it sucks endlessly...I can't comment on what your neighbors think since I can know what's their background , at least the technical aspects.

droidbabyxda said:
not my mistake. husband threw a fit about att and now we are all going to switch to something else. I opted tmo for myself, granted I should've bought a tmo phone and save me some headache. I'm stuck with Edge with no home WiFi. long story... I'm PO'd but in my marriage I pick my battles, fighting about mobile network is futile imo.
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I'm lost do you have AT&T or T-Mobile.
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droidbabyxda said:
ressurecting this thread.... can anybody pls. help me get the best combo (RoM and radio, not comfy to flash new kernel). also, anybody has a working apn settings for tmo it will be much appreciated
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for the apn see:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38592319#post38592319

Capt. Martin#30 said:
I'm lost do you have AT&T or T-Mobile.
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was on ATT now switching to tmo.
still checking if i'll get sigbal where i will be most of my days. i dnt travel a lot so i'm not worried about signal other than home and workplace and in between. good thing i work only a mile away from home in same city.