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Can someone tell me why is not possible or whether it is possible to browse the web while talking on the phone with Android.
Thanks!
P.S. I have a Droid Incredible...rooted...running MIUI rom ;-)
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I can with my Droid X, with any rom.
Verizon iPhone can't
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Verizon iPhone can't
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That's limitations on Verizon's network, not the Iphone. There isn't a whole lot of phones on Verizon you can talk and surf the web at the same time.
I can on my desire, but tend to drop my coffee as I'm driving my car though.
Desire is the source of all suffering.
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It's pretty bad. I know that much. I had an original Droid before on Verizon, but I got tired of paying so much for so little.
Got ears in your mouth now?
Awesome.
I had the dinc and was able to browse the web while talking on the fone just fine via wifi
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infamous702 said:
I had the dinc and was able to browse the web while talking on the fone just fine via wifi
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That's a different story. You're not using your mobile network for data at that time, just for calling.
CDMA doesn't allow the use of data and voice at the same time. They use CDMA for calls and EV-DO for data.
AT&T and TMobile are the able to because they use GSM vs. Sprint and Verizon's CDMA. It has nothing to do with the phones.
I do it all the time. On my RootedHTCDesireZ
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I mean seriously when does one surf the web and talk same time?
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LOL way to funny
As stated above, the inability to use both voice and data at the same time is a limitation of a CDMA network (Verizon). It has nothing to do with the phone. Because of this, if you want to do voice and data at the same time, the only way of doing so, is via WiFi, so that your "data" can be done through WiFi as opposed to the carrier network.
But honestly, how often do you really need both at the same time? I consider myself to be a fairly heavy power user on my phone, and still rarely run into a situation where I need both at the same time.
Luckily for you though, Verizon's 4G (LTE) does have the ability to do voice and data at the same time.
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AT&T and TMobile are the able to because they use GSM vs. Sprint and Verizon's CDMA. It has nothing to do with the phones.
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CDMA doesn't allow the use of data and voice at the same time. They use CDMA for calls and EV-DO for data.
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Shift Text said:
As stated above, the inability to use both voice and data at the same time is a limitation of a CDMA network (Verizon). It has nothing to do with the phone. Because of this, if you want to do voice and data at the same time, the only way of doing so, is via WiFi, so that your "data" can be done through WiFi as opposed to the carrier network.
But honestly, how often do you really need both at the same time? I consider myself to be a fairly heavy power user on my phone, and still rarely run into a situation where I need both at the same time.
Luckily for you though, Verizon's 4G (LTE) does have the ability to do voice and data at the same time.
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Bingo. "4G" (LTE and WiMax, as well as HSPA+) will allow you to do it for. Also, being on Wifi will let you do it.
But I mean, I don't understand why people want to do both at the same time anyways.
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But I mean, I don't understand why people want to do both at the same time anyways.
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I would have thought the same a few weeks ago but the other day I was calling a friend (I was on speaker) and needed to search on the web something that we were talking about. Impossible. That's how I understood that it could be useful to be able to do the two things at the same time
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If I'm tethering (because my client has a locked down network I can't get on with my laptop) and talking to my boss (weekly meeting), I may need to look things up.
I've done that and simply been looking things up while on my headset with my wife....
dinc2010 said:
Can someone tell me why is not possible or whether it is possible to browse the web while talking on the phone with Android.
Thanks!
P.S. I have a Droid Incredible...rooted...running MIUI rom ;-)
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3g cdma networks can not do voice & data simultaneously. if you have wifi on and are on a call/the phone, then you can(i can). if you have a 4g connection and are on a call/the phone, you can(i can)
I am thinking very seriously about unlocking my G2x an going to AT&T because my service sucks big time where I live at. I don't get service in my house an when I go outside it takes about 5 minutes to get a signal.....what's everyone thoughts.....I've already talked to AT&T an Tmobile and have my unlock code already
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I assume you've already verified that it's possible to get a decent signal on AT&T there?
AT&T gets great signal there an a lot more places also.....an its atleast 3g there about to be 4g an with tmobile I've only got 2g there
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sgt_addyjp said:
AT&T gets great signal there an a lot more places also.....an its atleast 3g there about to be 4g an with tmobile I've only got 2g there
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Good luck on getting Att 3g on G2x.....
Why you say that for?
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G2x supposedly does NOT contain AT$T 3G bands as previously advertised. As for home coverage, T-Mo is supposed to be launching an in-home signal booster for free (with 2-yr contract, probably doesn't effect upgrade timeline but haven't verified that) pretty soon. I think within the next week.
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G2x supposedly does NOT contain AT$T 3G bands as previously advertised. As for home coverage, T-Mo is supposed to be launching an in-home signal booster for free (with 2-yr contract, probably doesn't effect upgrade timeline but haven't verified that) pretty soon. I think within the next week.
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My understanding is the booster needs to be connected to your broadband internet router to work. So you will be using your internet bandwidth to use mobile voice and data. What a scam...
And any one visiting you (or you neighbor) with a t-mobile connection will use that signal (your internet) and pay t-mobile for that.
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My understanding is the booster needs to be connected to your broadband internet router to work. So you will be using your internet bandwidth to use mobile voice and data. What a scam...
And any one visiting you (or you neighbor) with a t-mobile connection will use that signal (your internet) and pay t-mobile for that.
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Hopefully your "source" isn't an otherwise reputable source of information because you (they) couldn't be more wrong. I have been a part of the beta for these boosters for the past 6 months. All it does is take a weak 3G signal (which means you must get 3G somewhere in your house for this to work) and amplifies it throughout your house. In my case in an upstairs window I got a weak 3G signal so I put the receiver in the window and the transmitter in my living room. Now I get between 1 and 6mbps down throughout my entire house. There is not even a way to connect this thing to a home internet router. I don't even have home internet.
I'd be curious to know where you heard this.
Oh and the G2x does not work on AT&T 3G bands. I have been in several states with no T-Mobile coverage and have used AT&T instead, but only on Edge.
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Hopefully your "source" isn't an otherwise reputable source of information because you (they) couldn't be more wrong.
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I did not say I heard this from someone. I said its my understanding, and that was based on the similar booster I saw from Sprint. If t-mobile is implementing it in a different way, than i am sorry for my ignorance.
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I did not say I heard this from someone. I said its my understanding, and that was based on the similar booster I saw from Sprint. If t-mobile is implementing it in a different way, than i am sorry for my ignorance.
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I didn't intend to sound overtly defensive, I just don't like when people start using the "scam" word when this couldn't be further from a scam. This device kicks ass and tmo wants to give it out for free in exchange for people's business. This device is normally $500 so this program is great. Hopefully they will also offer the equipment at full retail price for those uncomfortable signing or extending a contract.
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So in other words I wont be able to use my G2x and get 3g with AT&T
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So in other words I wont be able to use my G2x and get 3g with AT&T
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That's correct you will only get 2g connection
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correct. Tmobile has different bands than ATT. So tmobile only get 2G with ATT and ATT only get 2G with tmobile.
Guess I should just sell the G2x then huh....
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Guess I should just sell the G2x then huh....
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I see a Motorola Atrix with that beloved MotoBlurp in your future
Another example of totally failed mobile network infrastructure buuldout here. How does the whole world agrees on similar frequencies and we can't have carriers on the same frequency in one country. Yeah, yeah... I know about spectrum availability and yada yada but this just shows our lack of foresight and another example of our national handicap of wanting to be different from everyone else. End rant.
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Another example of totally failed mobile network infrastructure buuldout here. How does the whole world agrees on similar frequencies and we can't have carriers on the same frequency in one country. Yeah, yeah... I know about spectrum availability and yada yada but this just shows our lack of foresight and another example of our national handicap of wanting to be different from everyone else. End rant.
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G2x supposedly does NOT contain AT$T 3G bands as previously advertised. As for home coverage, T-Mo is supposed to be launching an in-home signal booster for free (with 2-yr contract, probably doesn't effect upgrade timeline but haven't verified that) pretty soon. I think within the next week.
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Try today. It has the national launch today.
pbcal said:
My understanding is the booster needs to be connected to your broadband internet router to work. So you will be using your internet bandwidth to use mobile voice and data. What a scam...
And any one visiting you (or you neighbor) with a t-mobile connection will use that signal (your internet) and pay t-mobile for that.
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Nope. It does not need a broadband internet router to work. For that the phone's have wifi calling. It isn't a scam at all.
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Another example of totally failed mobile network infrastructure buuldout here. How does the whole world agrees on similar frequencies and we can't have carriers on the same frequency in one country. Yeah, yeah... I know about spectrum availability and yada yada but this just shows our lack of foresight and another example of our national handicap of wanting to be different from everyone else. End rant.
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Lots of countries are messed up. We just finally got all the carriers providing 3G here in Thailand. Two of them are providing 3G on 850Mhz (DTAC and TrueMove), one is on 900Mhz and the other is on 2100Mhz. A big grab bag. An AT&T phone will get 3G on two of them. Some TMO phones get 3G on the other one. But all phones get it on the 2100 carrier. I am using my G2X on 2100Mhz here (TOT3G) and my Nexus One on 900Mhz (AIS). So the USA isn't the only country with non-unified 3G bands.
What do u mean by this.....the atrix...I looked at that phone also and the infuse too
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TMobile is killing me. The have me stuck in a contract that i did not agree to for the next two years. I have asked for a transcript of the upgrade/renewal call, they declined and have told me to drop it and not contact them again regarding the issue - I cancel i get two ETF's!!
Well i would hate the Hit on my credit, but will never pay them based on the principle of the matter.
My question involves unlocking the phone and using it on one of the pay as you go providers: Their coverage in my area is not great, but oh well.
I see online sites where i text to their number and they send back a code that unlocks the phone...anyone tried? any good?
What about the SIM card? Any info on how that will work? places to but etc..
any help whatsover? I've always just dealt with AT&T and Tmobile, have no experience unlocking or getting around anything like that.
G2x only works with GSM networks and 3g/4g only works with Tmobile network.
If you want to use your g2x with other carrier, you will still end up with networks who are resellers of either at&t and tmobile.
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Try simple mobile...uses tmobile 3g bands
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Try simple mobile that's what I have wit my g2x and I get 4g unlimited everything for 60 flat
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kevinjones84 said:
Try simple mobile that's what I have wit my g2x and I get 4g unlimited everything for 60 flat
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I always get 57max for mine... Now they are offering 40 for utt + uw 3g
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Hendge said:
TMobile is killing me. The have me stuck in a contract that i did not agree to for the next two years. I have asked for a transcript of the upgrade/renewal call, they declined and have told me to drop it and not contact them again regarding the issue - I cancel i get two ETF's!!
Well i would hate the Hit on my credit, but will never pay them based on the principle of the matter.
My question involves unlocking the phone and using it on one of the pay as you go providers: Their coverage in my area is not great, but oh well.
I see online sites where i text to their number and they send back a code that unlocks the phone...anyone tried? any good?
What about the SIM card? Any info on how that will work? places to but etc..
any help whatsover? I've always just dealt with AT&T and Tmobile, have no experience unlocking or getting around anything like that.
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I don't think this kind of stuff shows on your credit report anyway.
How far up the command chain did you press the issue with T-Mobile? You had to have signed and agreed to something when you set up your account with them. That signed contract is all that matters.
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I don't think this kind of stuff shows on your credit report anyway.
How far up the command chain did you press the issue with T-Mobile? You had to have signed and agreed to something when you set up your account with them. That signed contract is all that matters.
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That's the issue. Their over the phone system is flawed. The process is to speak with a REP then they transfer you to an automated system, which is the signing if you will. The auto system ststes your phone # and that you are acknowledging entering into a contract - NO DETAILS of the contract.
I am at the mercy of the communication between me and the REP and the accuracy of their input into whatever system they use.
I went Customer Service -Loyalty -Contract review. So three levels up the chain and was told in the last correspondence they will not investigate any further, Do not email again - Case closed.
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I always get 57max for mine... Now they are offering 40 for utt + uw 3g
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That would be a nice savings...is it like a reload system. What interested me about Virgin was they had a $25 plan. I think it's $35 now, not sure if if the cheaper is available. Anyway, only had a few minutes but UTT and data. The trick was to download some program (forget teh name) and teh calls go through the data so no minutes are used!
Also, Metro PCS seems to be the major player around here.
jose makalolot said:
G2x only works with GSM networks and 3g/4g only works with Tmobile network.
If you want to use your g2x with other carrier, you will still end up with networks who are resellers of either at&t and tmobile.
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yeah..thanks. i have been learning and see that virgin only works with virgin phones. just thought maybe there was a hack or something
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Try simple mobile that's what I have wit my g2x and I get 4g unlimited everything for 60 flat
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Will check them out...thanks for the reply.
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Try simple mobile...uses tmobile 3g bands
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Thanks. Gonna check
Guys, If i get the Simple Mobile Unlimited Talk, Text & Web for $40 3G Speed. Will the 3G work on T-Mobile G2X?
2nd Question:
If i get the Simple Mobile Unlimited Talk, Text & Web for $50 4G Speed. Will the 4G work on T-Mobile G2x?
Trying to verify before i purchase the phone. The reason i am trying to find out is because on SimpleMobile website, LG G2x listed is only compatible w/ 3G not 4G, while T-Mobile G2x says clearly it is a 4G phone.
Someone can please shed some light? I called the tech support they didn't know the answer.. Wierd.
Yes and Yes.
There is SM 50 UTTW 4g?
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Oops Its $60 Buks.. typo on my side. Nice, so all good.. I should be picking one up soon.
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+1 SM works fine. Had a data tower issues last week. But the cost is worth it.
They just rolled out a $40.00 monthly everything unlimited. Data is only 3G on that one though. And you cannot tether with them. SO that kind of sucks.
So I bought a Samsung Infuse off Craigslist. I love it, it's awesome. I use the Simple Mobile $60/m plan. I previously had a Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant before the Infuse. I used to run CM7 but used Bionix 1.31 as my ROM on my Vibrant. So I'm familiar with the ends and outs of this technology.
The Situation: Samsung Infuse running latest "unofficial build" CM7, flawless performance. After doing much research as to APN settings on Google and XDA I found that the internet is wrong with the APN settings for HSPA+ on a HSPA+ capable phones. I called Simple Mobile yesterday and we did an OTA (she spoke I listened) configuration of the APN and it's full of IP addresses nao. She said that will allow me to access the "4G" network. The thing is, it says "E" for EDGE at the top for my signal....consistently.
The Problem: The EDGE never changes, also according to various speedtest's I can't EVER break .50kbs DL speed off of WiFi.
So I tried switching out various modems that we're available to me for the Infuse via the CWM flashable's. I've seen NO IMPROVEMENT on data speeds after each modem.
So what exactly is the issue: Am I doing something wrong via XDA material? Or am I just ****ed on HSPA+/4G speeds?
Simple mobile use tmobile towers, so u'll never get anything other than EDGE because att&fee phones dont use the same bands
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Simple mobile use tmobile towers, so u'll never get anything other than EDGE because att&fee phones dont use the same bands
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You are right and WRONG all at the same time...fascinating isn't it!
Simple Mobile does in FACT use T-Mobile Towers, however; before I rocked the Infuse I've seen other speeds that read 3G/H. The Simple Mobile Network offers 4G/HSPA+ with the $60/m plan that I am currently on.
So with that information, how would you explain that a phone that is HSPA+ capable and programmed correctly that sits on the EDGE network and still doesn't break .50kbs DL speed??
I spoke with customer service at Simple Mobile and several other Simple Mobile retailers that told me up one wall and down the other that the Samsung Infuse programmed correctly should FLY without WiFi, this phone should act like the rocket it claims to be with data on the network.
Instead it is slow, sux and is worthless without WiFi.
So how come you tell me one thing, and several people that work for the Network and people that are affiliated with it tell me another?
Simple because there trying to sell you. Remember its a business?
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Simple because there trying to sell you. Remember its a business?
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I own a business; I know about selling. But according to my research, your a little or alot off; I just can't exactly prove it.
I know that AT&T offers 4Gish speeds (true LTE in like 2 cities in TX), and that T-Mobile offers 3.5+G-4Gish speeds.
I also understand the concept of up-selling, however that scenario does not apply with my current plan and situation.
Has it, or has it NOT been documented ANYWHERE that an HSPA+ capable phone on the $60/m Simple Mobile plan achieved true or realistic data DL speeds off WiFi?
I am no tech or anywhere educated in this topic. But why are you comparing network speeds with your wifi? Or am I missing something here?
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I am no tech or anywhere educated in this topic. But why are you comparing network speeds with your wifi? Or am I missing something here?
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I'm not using WiFi as a comparison, just as another option for higher DL speeds. Off WiFi I've seen snails crawl faster than my data can move.
I just want to know why I can't get anything better than **** with this great phone and supposedly "reasonably-good" network.
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You are right and WRONG all at the same time...fascinating isn't it!
Simple Mobile does in FACT use T-Mobile Towers, however; before I rocked the Infuse I've seen other speeds that read 3G/H. The Simple Mobile Network offers 4G/HSPA+ with the $60/m plan that I am currently on.
So with that information, how would you explain that a phone that is HSPA+ capable and programmed correctly that sits on the EDGE network and still doesn't break .50kbs DL speed??
I spoke with customer service at Simple Mobile and several other Simple Mobile retailers that told me up one wall and down the other that the Samsung Infuse programmed correctly should FLY without WiFi, this phone should act like the rocket it claims to be with data on the network.
Instead it is slow, sux and is worthless without WiFi.
So how come you tell me one thing, and several people that work for the Network and people that are affiliated with it tell me another?
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They simply dont know wat they r talking about, they r trained within their own company and dont know that other bands exist and not all 4G r on the same band, same for 3G. So i suggest u sell ur phone and get a tmobile phone or switch to ATT. Next time when u buy a phone, insert ur Sim card in and test the network before u pay
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They simply dont know wat they r talking about, they r trained within their own company and dont know that other bands exist and not all 4G r on the same band, same for 3G. So i suggest u sell ur phone and get a tmobile phone or switch to ATT. Next time when u buy a phone, insert ur Sim card in and test the network before u pay
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The phone was NETWORK LOCKED when I bought it, so I guess I suppose I'm glad you we'rent with my when I bought it lol.
I'll take into mild consideration that a multitude of people may not be aware of alternate existing networks.
The T-Mobile phone I had before licked ****ing sac, my buddy has a Captivate that OVER-SHINED my Vibrant any day of the week - So No, I won't buy a phone from a company that's supposedly being bought out BY AT&T.
From previous quotes: It seems that we are implying that ONLY a T-MOBILE BRAND PHONE can access the 4Gish HSPA+ speeds that Simple Mobile network (that uses T-Mobile towers) and not an AT&T branded phone.
Yes, it's true....the above DOES in fact sound stupid when I put it on paper. AT&T and T-Mobile use the same towers and Simple Mobile/Metro PCS (some other un-explained networks) use the SAME towers.
So how is it, according to posters: That replacing AT&T phone with T-Mobile garbage will allow me to acquire the DL speeds that reference HSPA+/4G speeds. AND NOT, under any circumstances is it possible for an AT&T phone that uses the same towers to get the same outcome?
OK, the last part really does sound stupid, I feel like I'm arguing with a mockingbird. Anyone else have any further to offer?
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Simple mobile use tmobile towers, so u'll never get anything other than EDGE because att&fee phones dont use the same bands
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Actually I re-read this statement. AT&T don't use the same bands, something about T-Mobile uses 850 and AT&T uses 1700.
Would changing the band selection make a difference? How to if possible?
I think u can only change the APN, not the band, the band is hardware, not software. I had the same problem trying to use my Desire HD on tmobile and couldnt get anything more than edge. I did also ask questions here and all i got is the answer i told u. So sell ur phone asap, dont wait until its price drops more
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I think u can only change the APN, not the band, the band is hardware, not software. I had the same problem trying to use my Desire HD on tmobile and couldnt get anything more than edge. I did also ask questions here and all i got is the answer i told u. So sell ur phone asap, dont wait until its price drops more
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Word, posted on Craigslist and I suppose I'll get an HTC Sensation. Thank-you for your recent clarification.
Yo! You need straight talk to get it working simple mobile uses T-Mobile bands straight talk uses AT&T's network.
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Yo! You need straight talk to get it working simple mobile uses T-Mobile bands straight talk uses AT&T's network.
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Will straight talk sim work on not "straight talk phones"?
Which cheapest phone of straight talk I have to buy to get their SIM-card?
I know they selling GSM and CDMA phones and don't want to buy wrong one.
Flat Out answer only the 2G or EDGE bands in the phone are compatible with ATT networks the other bands are different so if you want bettter speeds get att or use wi-fi because edge is all you will ever get no matter what you do to the APN
like on the previous post mentioned, i think most of the att phones doesn't have the radio that is capable of receiving the 3g/4g frequencies tmobile use. i could be wrong, but i think is a hardware problem rather than a setting you can change.
Simple mobile is Tmobile, 3g may never work.
Strait talk is a variety of carriers, depends on,the specific phone. The only known phones that work from the att network and have a Sim that works in other phones are the expensive Nokia smart phones. But those also have a Tmobile variant, I don't know how to tell the difference without looking at the Sim.
There is also consumer cellular, apparently that,is att but I don't know if it's full talk text and Web or how it's billed.
Dani897 said:
Simple mobile is Tmobile, 3g may never work.
Strait talk is a variety of carriers, depends on,the specific phone. The only known phones that work from the att network and have a Sim that works in other phones are the expensive Nokia smart phones. But those also have a Tmobile variant, I don't know how to tell the difference without looking at the Sim.
There is also consumer cellular, apparently that,is att but I don't know if it's full talk text and Web or how it's billed.
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Consumer Cellular is VERY "no-frills" - it's only for VERY light users.
There is no AT&T phone that I know of that supports the 1700 MHz band required for T-Mobile 3G.
The only phone I know of that has pentaband HSPA+ (works on both AT&T and T-Mobile) is the Galaxy Nexus.
When I programmed my HTC Evo 3D i saw various optinos for cdma/eg/4g in CDMA Workshop & QPST Service Programming, what I saw was diferent types of bands and freqz, you might wana check out a phone's specs of tmobile and then check if those specs (frqz & bands) match with the one set on your device...
For example
The Vocoder settings
band prefferences :
band class 0/1/2/3/4/5/ sys a/b/
GSM DSC 1800
GSM extended 900
Etc etc.... check with the device's password on it's profiles and realms (settings I can view on my evo using ##data# )
I can confirm that the issue is with the phones. I just ran a test using my simple mobile card on an AT&T Infuse vs Tmobile Vibrant 4G.
AT&T Infuse
Edge connection with 50kps max
Tmobile Vibrant 4G
3G connection with 240kps max
I will be going to staright talk at the end on this billing cycle.
Is there any way to flash or change baseband LG g2x from Windmobile to work in 3g mode Rogers Baseband?
Thank you,
Valeriu
valeriubabi said:
Is there any way to flash or change baseband LG g2x from Windmobile to work in 3g mode Rogers Baseband?
Thank you,
Valeriu
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It is not at all possible.
You can flash T-Mobile phones over to the Frawg wireless plan and have 3G. I have done it on many phones and they work perfectly.
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When I was in Canada this past January I was using Fido and it's not possible to get 3G, the P999 phone doesn't support the wireless band and that's a hardware issue.
Mobilicity works great, though.
tidewaterns said:
You can flash T-Mobile phones over to the Frawg wireless plan and have 3G. I have done it on many phones and they work perfectly.
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How did you do it?
Core Memory said:
How did you do it?
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I have my own business and I can do that for any phone. Sprint, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. I cannot tell my secret. But I can do it and it cost $175.00 to flash it over.
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tidewaterns said:
I have my own business and I can do that for any phone. Sprint, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. I cannot tell my secret. But I can do it and it cost $175.00 to flash it over.
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Do you replace the radio? Write your own baseband? Both? Because that is the only way I know of to do this. This phone doesn't support the bands required on the hardware.
tahahawa said:
Do you replace the radio? Write your own baseband? Both? Because that is the only way I know of to do this. This phone doesn't support the bands required on the hardware.
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A few of us are working on enabling the other bands and, if we do, it won't cost you a cent to do it. So far, we've been able to get the phone to recognize other networks such as Bell and Telus but not been able to get on; me because I don't have a Bell or Telus SIM to test it. Stay tuned: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1521355
Core Memory said:
A few of us are working on enabling the other bands and, if we do, it won't cost you a cent to do it. So far, we've been able to get the phone to recognize other networks such as Bell and Telus but not been able to get on; me because I don't have a Bell or Telus SIM to test it. Stay tuned: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1521355
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I can get a bell sim card if needed. I was watching those threads before
You would have to have access to the programs that flash everything. I have a guy that works for me that does it.
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tidewaterns said:
You would have to have access to the programs that flash everything. I have a guy that works for me that does it.
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The programs are freely available on the internet.
Core Memory said:
The programs are freely available on the internet.
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could u show or tell me how u flash phones to frawg im not sure what phone im getting yet probably a nexus or a galaxy sII or sIII and i wanna flash my evo 4g over to frawg for my gf i really need help im disabled and my gf car blew up trying to save for a car and flash my phones to a cheaper network 96 dollars per phone and my monthly inhcome alone is 760 so not much to work with lol! any6 help would be greatly appreciated! i know the basic programs u need just need a walk through and where the prl and etc for frawg is!
crazyb420 said:
could u show or tell me how u flash phones to frawg im not sure what phone im getting yet probably a nexus or a galaxy sII or sIII and i wanna flash my evo 4g over to frawg for my gf i really need help im disabled and my gf car blew up trying to save for a car and flash my phones to a cheaper network 96 dollars per phone and my monthly inhcome alone is 760 so not much to work with lol! any6 help would be greatly appreciated! i know the basic programs u need just need a walk through and where the prl and etc for frawg is!
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FRAWG uses CDMA 800/1900 which is very limited. The G2X is not compatible and never will be with FRAWG. The phone must be a CDMA phone and, if it isn't purchased from FRAWG, it can be flashed to be used on FRAWG at a FRAWG shop which, apparently, costs $. Buying a phone for use on their network is a bad "investment" because they are very limited and don't have enough cell radio bands to enable them to be used on most other networks and reduces their resale value. Here's a service on eBay which claims to be able to flash a CDMA iPhone 4 for use on FRAWG and costs $175 which is a ripoff http://www.ebay.com/itm/Flash-your-iPhone-4-CDMA-Frawg-nTelos-Wireless-Mail-Service-/110922517795. Do the math, you'll discover that when the phone cost and limitations are taken into account with the unlimited plan cost it isn't worth it.
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Here's information about flashing software to convert a phone from one wireless carrier to another:
http://cyberflashing.com/
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Here's an example of flashing a Motorola Droid from use on Verizon to Cricket.
http://www.robpol86.com/index.php/Flashing_Motorola_Droid_to_Cricket