Posted here for lack of a i9305 forum at the moment..
So any new owners of the international S3 4G/LTE (GT-I9305), Australian or otherwise, who have been eager to root may have google it, and come up with the post at http://www.trickytweaks.com/how-to-root-s3-i9305-4g-xxali4-4-1-1-jelly-bean-australian.html - and against their better judgement (and lack of other options since the phone's release is so limited thus far), been tempted to give it a shot hoping that it was accurate.
Don't.
The page gives fairly detailed instructions (albeit in broken english) stating that CF-Root 6.4 works a treat. The model number is listed specifically, and the instructions are fairly complete - surely it must be correct!.. Nope. Multiple bricked devices that I'm aware of (mine being amongst them).
This thread posted as a warning to anyone who may consider it, and hopefully finds this first as comments on the "instruction" page aren't being posted (awaiting moderation). It's being discussed in a few other threads - a dedicated thread is just to increase visibility to anyone who may search.
No comments pointing out how silly it was to attempt are necessary as anyone who's attempted it are already painfully aware
Update 28/09 - The page that this warning was about has been removed, and a working root method has been posted (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1906351), so this thread is now redundant. While I haven't personally tried the new root method yet (a bit gun shy since my previous rooting attempt!), multiple other users have posted that it works.
The people that write for that site are retarded, we've known this for a while now.
Sorry you didn't hear about it until it was too late.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
Thanks for putting this up. What have we learnt from this? ALWAYS BACK OUR EFS FOLDER UP BEFORE FLASHING CUSTOM ROMS. I'm still upset mate that we bricked our phones on the first day! So guys please do not flash this phone until ChainFire officially supports it.
I think that site should have a sticky warning, nothing good has come from it, just spam and bricked phones.
I am really sorry to hear that you bricked your phone.
I was hoping to be able to trade my 9300 with a s3 that has 2gb of ram and lte, along with the quad core. I bought my phone a month ago and already there is a better phone available. The thing is that the lte band adopted by my country's carriers, at least until now, is the 800Mhz band so the 9305 won't work, I believe. So the korean version, k210s, would work because it's lte band is also 800Mhz. What I would like to know from you owners is if its indeed faster and smoother than the international version. For instance, what is your stock rom quadrant benchmark score? What about hspa+ speed test, what are your results?
Badelhas said:
I am really sorry to hear that you bricked your phone.
I was hoping to be able to trade my 9300 with a s3 that has 2gb of ram and lte, along with the quad core. I bought my phone a month ago and already there is a better phone available. The thing is that the lte band adopted by my country's carriers, at least until now, is the 800Mhz band so the 9305 won't work, I believe. So the korean version, k210s, would work because it's lte band is also 800Mhz. What I would like to know from you owners is if its indeed faster and smoother than the international version. For instance, what is your stock rom quadrant benchmark score? What about hspa+ speed test, what are your results?
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the korean version is thicker as it has a dmb antenna that slides out of it, pretty ugly when its out actually seen in a few pics.
The GT-i9305 use the frequencies 800 Mhz 1800 Mhz 2600 Mhz you can use it in all Europe
The GT-i9305T use only the frequencies 1800 Mhz and 2600 Mhz not work on 800 Mhz
The frequency 800 MHz is the best because it travels farther, with a single cell covers a wider area
The frequency 2600 MHz is faster but cover small area.
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=specs&id=3789&c=samsung_gt-i9305_galaxy_s_iii_lte_eu
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=specs&id=3861&c=samsung_gt-i9305t_galaxy_s_iii_4g
zulu99 said:
The GT-i9305 use the frequencies 800 Mhz 1800 Mhz 2600 Mhz you can use it in all Europe
The GT-i9305T use only the frequencies 1800 Mhz and 2600 Mhz not work on 800 Mhz
The frequency 800 MHz is the best because it travels farther, with a single cell covers a wider area
The frequency 2600 MHz is faster but cover small area.
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=specs&id=3789&c=samsung_gt-i9305_galaxy_s_iii_lte_eu
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=specs&id=3861&c=samsung_gt-i9305t_galaxy_s_iii_4g
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Thanks, I didn't even know that there are 2 versions of the 9305. Just a correction, the 9305 does not use the 1800 Mhz z frequency. Also thank you for the explanation on the different bands. Do you know where we can buy the gt-i9305 unlocked?
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The GT-i9305T use only the frequencies 1800 Mhz and 2600 Mhz not work on 800 Mhz
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I wouldn't take the pdadb.net specs as gospel - the i9305T isn't available yet, and it's unlikely (based on existing i9xxx versus i9xxxT models) that an entire band would not be supported in the T.
<sigh>
Samsung repair centre says that it needs hardware replaced. Not too sure of the details (since other phones can apparently have the iemi restored with software).
I guess I just wait and see..
Are you able to go to Download mode and reflash the stock rom? There seems to be some chance of restoring corrupted IMEI like what this guy did (http://srjraman.wordpress.com/2012/04/07/recover-fake-imei-and-restore-original-efs-galaxy-s/), though it was for the original SGS.
@kahjuay: Yep - stock rom was reflashed through Odin, but EFS was toast - iemi showed up as "null/null".. Mine went back to Samsung and they're fixing it. They've said that it needs the mainboard replaced, and they're currently waiting on parts.. For some reason, they're doing it under warranty, so I'm not going to argue as to whether it's a software or hardware fix
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the korean version is thicker as it has a dmb antenna that slides out of it, pretty ugly when its out actually seen in a few pics.
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That didn't answer any of the questions. The korean version is thicker but has the same quadcore 2GBram & LTE so it must be very similar but would like to know It's performance from a real owner.
i've created a custom rom that will give you root (but NO other customizations) on the i9305 (australia - optus)
will post it + a tutorial soon, so if anyone else is looking to do this, please wait. Don't try any other method at this stage. I've spend ages resarching and eventually created my own.
mick.wheelz said:
i've created a custom rom that will give you root (but NO other customizations) on the i9305 (australia - optus)
will post it + a tutorial soon, so if anyone else is looking to do this, please wait. Don't try any other method at this stage. I've spend ages resarching and eventually created my own.
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Oh man that's great news! Fantastic work. Just got an i9305 and been hanging to root it.
You need to wait for some one to have side by side or just watch the YouTube video like most of us had watched comparing the Korean performance to international one
can't remember the link it's in the other i9305 thread
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have at it guys (i9305 root!)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=32036331
Picked up phone, covered under warranty (mainboard was replaced). I may have just been lucky in it being a warranty fix.
Kaibosh said:
Picked up phone, covered under warranty (mainboard was replaced). I may have just been lucky in it being a warranty fix.
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How did you explain the state the phone was in and what was their reaction?
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Hi everyone,
This is my first post here after joining this forum. I recently bought an HTC Touch Pro in India after alot of review. Sadly after buying the unit I realized HTC decided not to include 3G in the Indian version. I bought it blindly thinking they wouldn't be any discrepancy in the TP review units on sites such as gsmarena and infosync world but the TP box proved otherwise.
Now I study in the US and was hoping to use the 3G connection offered by T-mobile otherwise i'll resort to EDGE. My question is whether or not my TP actually has a 3G chipset which is disabled by HTC and can be enabled somehow or have they not installed one?
Thank you
3g
you could unlock the spl and install a custom rom (or a htc WWE stock rom). After installing the custom rom if ur phone has the 3g chip it will start working. Mostly the network and 3g are part of a single chip. So most probably 3g will start working after installing the custom rom. good luck.
Hey! Thanks for the quick reply!
I'm new to flashing ROM and the other procedures you have mentioned. Is it possible for you to direct me a bit more as to exactly how am I supposed to go about what you said?
Thank you
psycho89 said:
Hey! Thanks for the quick reply!
I'm new to flashing ROM and the other procedures you have mentioned. Is it possible for you to direct me a bit more as to exactly how am I supposed to go about what you said?
Thank you
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Do you have a HTC Touch Pro aka Raphael that comes from Europe? If so, no 3G as of yet. Actually, right now only way you'll get 3G is with the Fuze.
I ask because I am not familiar with India's phone infrastructure, providers,etc
Now some background of what's going on so you'll know if and why you won't have 3G:
HTC touch pro specs
Notice that HSDPA is only available on these frequencies:
Europe/Asia: 900/2100 MHz
For AT&T 3G frequencies are 850/1900 and for T-Mobile, I read they use 1700 and 2100mhz but I suggest you look around a bit more.
Finally, here'es THE thread about enabling the missing bands(frequencies) on the Touch Pro, some people are still working on it, progress has been made, but so far, no 3G in North America.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=420865
Ps.: Flashing to a new ROM is still a good idea, some of the ROMs in this forum will give a vert healthy performance boost to your phone!
I suggest you read this forum for a few days and especially this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=448008
and get comfortable with the concepts, it's really easy and simple once you understand the basics.
Enjoy!
Hi labbby!
Thanks for the reply and info. I'm not sure if my TP came from europe not or. Just says tri-band on mine. Apart from that I'll look into flashing my ROM.
Thanks again!
Anybody own one or have any information about firmware for this device, clockwork mod etc? Any help would be appreciated.
Ouku TPC800W with 3G
I currently have this device however im not sure if its on 3g or not. Through Simple mobile (As my cell provider) I found the device uses EDGE technology instead of UMTS. I'm not dissatisfied with the device while paying $40 per month with everything. It has W-CDMA but will not show if it produces that particular frequency. Again, the EDGE works very well with the GSM chip involved. Example, while my girl is driving down the Merrit Parkway in Conneticut I had no problem with looking for stuff through websites also was able to put navigator up as well as Latitude while taking pics (You need Micro SD card) and this thing still did very well. For $215 I would consider it well worth it but dont expect to get support if you buy through ebay. This is why im here at this forum because i cannot find anyone posting eleswhere. Overall for the price worth it for a phone with a tablet for that price.
Inclusion to the device
The TPC800W is nice for the price however i would like new info on how if possible to modify the frequency being omitted from the GSM chip that's involved. Tried to use others but still produces the EDGE frequency without a way to choose what bandwidth i want my device to produce seeing as it has W-CDMA along with UMTS. Any ideas as to how this can be accomplished please leave feedback as i have exhausted all other options. Thank you.
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If you get any info on how to implement a program to choose the mobile frequency through this device it would be helpful. Firmware is Andriod 2.2.2 with a Kernel version 2.6.32.3-perf [email protected] #2. Hope this helps.
Ouku Night
Bought mine through lightinthebox.com. They had a contest and I got it for $66.00. The frequencies are, Quadband GSM and EDGE global connectivity (850, 900, 1800, 1900, UMTS:1900, 2100MHz.) If you are on UMTS 1900, 2100MHz, you should get 3g. I am on AT&T's network so I only get edge. Good little tab though. Claims to have 512 megs of ram but it actually only has 256 megs. Hope this helps.
That's what it says however, If you have a way of rooting this device you can open those options but i have still got no answer as to how to do it "specifically" for this device. If you run into anything about rooting this device let me know on this thread. Thank you.
Root
I rooted mine a while back with SuperOneClick v2.1.1.
ouku tab
hi.. i have an ouku tab 3g. its rooted . but looking for a good rom to flash on it. can you help me?
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factory reset Ouku Night 3g
Well, finally factory reset my Ouku Night 3g.
ouku TPC800W
i reset my unit,now look like dead and fzzzze
the logo it stay up most 3 hrs it still there not thing else
help me how to reset (like turn it off or take battery out) if you know
thank
i just want it boot up
now look like FEZZZZing up
vegetto109 said:
hi.. i have an ouku tab 3g. its rooted . but looking for a good rom to flash on it. can you help me?
[email protected]
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I've searched for 3 days now, trying to get some info on this, there are various discussions on xda and on other sites that come along the same line, most of the answers are:
No it can't be done - it's hardware related - there are different variants for each region (seems this is not the case with the ONE)
You need someone with QPST but it probably can not be done.
But there is none that actually clears it up, it's mostly "I think it is...................."
What I found out is that the chip regulating 4G LTE connectivity on all HTC one variants is the same (600 MHz Hexagon QDSP6V5A part of the MSM8974 chip and it can sport the ALL LTE frequencies), so it is not a hardware difference between the EMEA and the Verizon, now the question is do I need someone with this QPST or will it only be a case of changing the baseband - all this, is my own conclusion, feel free to give me feedback on this
now on the Verizon site LTE spec says:
Network: LTE Band 13/4 (700/1700 MHz)
CDMA/1xEVDO Rev. A (800/1900 MHz)
the HTC site for Verizon says 4G LTE:
EMEA: 800/900/1800/2600 MHz
Verizon: 700/AWS/1800/2600 MHz
Yet I still don't get any 4G
Sadly there is so much info and it's hard to follow it all. So please can someone explain what and how things actually work?
Why do I need to know all this? Cause I have a Verizon m8 and I'm using it in Europe and I can't get 4G - atm I'm using Insertcoin with ElementalX 8.0.5 kernel and everything is working on the phone aside 4G - I flashed various roms on it, never had ANY problem, aside small things that a Google search solved.
Anyone that can enlighten me? Any help would be appreciated.
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So are you not getting any 4G LTE? If so I'm not sure why. I get 4G LTE almost everywhere I go.
Sent from my HTC6525LVW using xda app-developers app
Nope not getting it at all
Sent from my HTC6525LVW using xda app-developers app
masucu said:
I've searched for 3 days now, trying to get some info on this, there are various discussions on xda and on other sites that come along the same line, most of the answers are:
No it can't be done - it's hardware related - there are different variants for each region (seems this is not the case with the ONE)
You need someone with QPST but it probably can not be done.
But there is none that actually clears it up, it's mostly "I think it is...................."
What I found out is that the chip regulating 4G LTE connectivity on all HTC one variants is the same (600 MHz Hexagon QDSP6V5A part of the MSM8974 chip and it can sport the ALL LTE frequencies), so it is not a hardware difference between the EMEA and the Verizon, now the question is do I need someone with this QPST or will it only be a case of changing the baseband - all this, is my own conclusion, feel free to give me feedback on this
now on the Verizon site LTE spec says:
Network: LTE Band 13/4 (700/1700 MHz)
CDMA/1xEVDO Rev. A (800/1900 MHz)
the HTC site for Verizon says 4G LTE:
EMEA: 800/900/1800/2600 MHz
Verizon: 700/AWS/1800/2600 MHz
Yet I still don't get any 4G
Sadly there is so much info and it's hard to follow it all. So please can someone explain what and how things actually work?
Why do I need to know all this? Cause I have a Verizon m8 and I'm using it in Europe and I can't get 4G - atm I'm using Insertcoin with ElementalX 8.0.5 kernel and everything is working on the phone aside 4G - I flashed various roms on it, never had ANY problem, aside small things that a Google search solved.
Anyone that can enlighten me? Any help would be appreciated.
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Each model must have a different *antenna* configuration so that they are optimized to their respective regions. The *antenna* is separate from the actual radio you mentioned above. This is why there are so many models, which I thought I had explained in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2710720&page=5
Even if you could override what band the phone connected to, the performance would be abysmal. The fix for this would be to physically change the antenna. If you could do this on your own, you deserve an honorary degree in electrical engineering since antenna design isn’t the easiest thing in the world. Here’s where to start: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxwell's_equations
Since there is a discrepancy between the Verizon and HTC spec sheets, I would do the following:
1.) Focus your research on seeing which one is correct by contacting HTC and Verizon.
2.) If Verizon’s is correct, you’re done. Romania’s carriers only transmit LTE on 1800 Mhz (band 3). Otherwise…
3.) If HTC’s sheet is correct, focus on why you can’t detect 1800 MHz. It must be something in your unlock method or Verizon really locked the hell out of the radios for some reason.
subhumanderelict said:
Each model must have a different *antenna* configuration so that they are optimized to their respective regions. The *antenna* is separate from the actual radio you mentioned above. This is why there are so many models, which I thought I had explained in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2710720&page=5
Even if you could override what band the phone connected to, the performance would be abysmal. The fix for this would be to physically change the antenna. If you could do this on your own, you deserve an honorary degree in electrical engineering since antenna design isn’t the easiest thing in the world. Here’s where to start: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxwell's_equations
Since there is a discrepancy between the Verizon and HTC spec sheets, I would do the following:
1.) Focus your research on seeing which one is correct by contacting HTC and Verizon.
2.) If Verizon’s is correct, you’re done. Romania’s carriers only transmit LTE on 1800 Mhz (band 3). Otherwise…
3.) If HTC’s sheet is correct, focus on why you can’t detect 1800 MHz. It must be something in your unlock method or Verizon really locked the hell out of the radios for some reason.
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Cheers mate, went to an actual engineer that handles repairs here in Romania for various brands and we both decided to make it our own personal project to make this happen a Verizon M8 turned into a Euro version one, ill report back with the results in about 2 weeks. Seems technically it can be done, just needs a some work. Thanks again for the reply though.
masucu said:
Cheers mate, went to an actual engineer that handles repairs here in Romania for various brands and we both decided to make it our own personal project to make this happen a Verizon M8 turned into a Euro version one, ill report back with the results in about 2 weeks. Seems technically it can be done, just needs a some work. Thanks again for the reply though.
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That's actually kind of admirable! Seriously, I wish you luck; it would be really awesome if you succeeded. If you begin making progress, I would love to hear about it!
Just in case you didn't know about it, here is the teardown guide with a link to the tools you'd need to open up the M8:
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/HTC+One+(M8)+Teardown/23615
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masucu said:
Cheers mate, went to an actual engineer that handles repairs here in Romania for various brands and we both decided to make it our own personal project to make this happen a Verizon M8 turned into a Euro version one, ill report back with the results in about 2 weeks. Seems technically it can be done, just needs a some work. Thanks again for the reply though.
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Hi Macusu,
Just to remember, I believe the problem is not only related to the antenna itself, maybe there are other kind of locks since, as discussed in the other topic, Here in Brazil and I`m not being able to attach it to 4G 2600MHz (Even if the phone supports this frequency).
UntouchableS said:
Hi Macusu,
Just to remember, I believe the problem is not only related to the antenna itself, maybe there are other kind of locks since, as discussed in the other topic, Here in Brazil and I`m not being able to attach it to 4G 2600MHz (Even if the phone supports this frequency).
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Thing is they are waiting for all the tools atm, I mean they don't yet have all the new kits for it, it should be arriving, and the engineer is actually a certified person being one that works in a certified HTC service, so once we get the entire .... kit, he will start working on it toghther with the software engineer and so on, hope that it will all sort out, i did get another phone in the mean time as well, but as i said i will be reporting back.
Thank
subhumanderelict said:
That's actually kind of admirable! Seriously, I wish you luck; it would be really awesome if you succeeded. If you begin making progress, I would love to hear about it!
Just in case you didn't know about it, here is the teardown guide with a link to the tools you'd need to open up the M8:
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/HTC+One+(M8)+Teardown/23615
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
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Thanks for the guide, hopefully we wont need it but I will let you know how it goes.
masucu said:
Thanks for the guide, hopefully we wont need it but I will let you know how it goes.
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Did you succeed?
MikkelJakobsen said:
Did you succeed?
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I would like to know also...
sandm4n said:
I would like to know also...
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So would I...I'm also from Brazil and brought the Verizon model because it is said to support the 2600 frequency. So frustrating
Planning to buy a new Mi4 from kijiji. Wondering whether it supports LTE bands in Canada? I;'m with telus
Short answer. No, not yet.
veladem said:
Short answer. No, not yet.
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OK.Thanks
Is this a software issue or the LTE version is a different hardware in the future? In other words, if i buy the mi4 now, will i be able to get LTE when its available?
Sadly it seems to be a hardware limitation. Xiaomi was smart when they made the phone and only have it what it needed unlike some companies that overlook the small things and pay in the end.
yes it does not. as no opomart and other sites are selling FDD-LTE version which 1700/2100 works perfect with ATT / T-Mobile in US
4G:FDD-LTE 1800(B3)/2100(B1)MHz
This may seem far fetched but I'll ask anyway. Is there a way to change the hardware frequencies set within the phone to match the connectivity frequencies that's in your area?
shakim24 said:
This may seem far fetched but I'll ask anyway. Is there a way to change the hardware frequencies set within the phone to match the connectivity frequencies that's in your area?
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In theory, the chip should support them. It would be a matter of writing the specific band values into your phones memory (NV). However, this pre-supposes that the phone could be modified on that level to begin with, which is doubtful.
You would need:
Unlock/root
Custom rom
Custom kernel
QPST (for editing)
QXDM (write enabling)
access to switch usb diagnostic mode
The majority of the work would be getting around MIUI and Qualcomm's restrictions they implement in their code. While not impossible, as you can see, the changes required aren't necessarily for the faint of heart. I suppose one upside would be the phone doesn't cost an arm and a leg, so if you wound up with a brick, you might have an easier time bouncing back from the loss.
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In theory, the chip should support them. It would be a matter of writing the specific band values into your phones memory (NV). However, this pre-supposes that the phone could be modified on that level to begin with, which is doubtful.
You would need:
Unlock/root
Custom rom
Custom kernel
QPST (for editing)
QXDM (write enabling)
access to switch usb diagnostic mode
The majority of the work would be getting around MIUI and Qualcomm's restrictions they implement in their code. While not impossible, as you can see, the changes required aren't necessarily for the faint of heart. I suppose one upside would be the phone doesn't cost an arm and a leg, so if you wound up with a brick, you might have an easier time bouncing back from the loss.
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Thanks for the insight bro. You really broke down into detail what was needed to be done. Was scrolling around and found this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2871269. Would like your opinion on it. It's for unlocking LTE as well.
I think they released the LTE-FDD version , seach for it!
already got one with LTE...its out already
Hi, I don't know how helpful this is for you but I have bought two from China for myself and my wife. Although I have not tried on the MIUI OS, I have flashed AOSP on to both phones and they both work at least on O2 and EE. I am receive 4G on my EE Mi4, however my wife does not have a 4G sim so can not confirm hers but she does receive 3G signals.
O2s 4G sim did not receive 4G signals on my Mi4 though (reason for me switching)
Hope this helps you
Only bands 1, 3, 41
Hello,
I recently purchased a note 5 duos SM-N9208 from Taiwan. I was led to believe that the device was unlocked GSM, but had EV-DO capabilities. My understanding was that this would work on Verizon's network, because it had both radio chips inside. I was told by Verizon that "there is no approved way" for them to get me up and running on their network. The tech made a point of saying there is a difference between approved, and no way. This leads me to believe that something can be done. I'm wondering if someone would be kind enough to help me out. Phone is running original Rom, unrooted, and is basically useless to me right now, as I'm desperately clinging on to my unlimited data with Verizon. Is it possible to root the device, and flash the modem with Verizon note 5 baseband info? Any help anyone can offer would be very much appreciated.
XDA Visitor said:
Hello,
I recently purchased a note 5 duos SM-N9208 from Taiwan. I was led to believe that the device was unlocked GSM, but had EV-DO capabilities. My understanding was that this would work on Verizon's network, because it had both radio chips inside. I was told by Verizon that "there is no approved way" for them to get me up and running on their network. The tech made a point of saying there is a difference between approved, and no way. This leads me to believe that something can be done. I'm wondering if someone would be kind enough to help me out. Phone is running original Rom, unrooted, and is basically useless to me right now, as I'm desperately clinging on to my unlimited data with Verizon. Is it possible to root the device, and flash the modem with Verizon note 5 baseband info? Any help anyone can offer would be very much appreciated.
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Hi, and welcome to XDA!
When I looked up the specs on the Note 5 Duos, unfortunately it says nothing about CDMA. Having both "radio chips inside" can be taken two ways, in this case, this phone has the capability to handle two GSM carriers (and in this case, like most dual-sim phones, only the first SIM can do 3G/4G/LTE speeds).
Network Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands LTE
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE
GPRS Yes
EDGE Yes
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It seems the only option (if you want to use this phone), is to join a GSM carrier like AT&T, T-Mobile, or one of their MVNO's (like MetroPCS).
Hope this helps.
joel.maxuel said:
Hi, and welcome to XDA!
It seems the only option (if you want to use this phone), is to join a GSM carrier like AT&T, T-Mobile, or one of their MVNO's (like MetroPCS).
Hope this helps.
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Thank you, Joel! I'm excited to learn as much as possible from tgis forum. I actually changed over to T-Mobile, and have been good for the most part. The problem i'm having now is related to finding a way to flash the radio to all of their Rf's. I rooted, and attempted to flash the modem and bootloader from N920T, but it failed. I am still having a hard timr understanding why the identical hardware will not accept firmware from different model numbers. Again, very inexperienced, so it may be something very obvious i dont know about. If could offer any assistance, or provide and thread links that may be useful, i wpuld very grateful. Ive been searching nonstop, reading, and still cant seem to find a way.
Rockstah said:
Thank you, Joel! I'm excited to learn as much as possible from tgis forum. I actually changed over to T-Mobile, and have been good for the most part. The problem i'm having now is related to finding a way to flash the radio to all of their Rf's. I rooted, and attempted to flash the modem and bootloader from N920T, but it failed. I am still having a hard timr understanding why the identical hardware will not accept firmware from different model numbers. Again, very inexperienced, so it may be something very obvious i dont know about. If could offer any assistance, or provide and thread links that may be useful, i wpuld very grateful. Ive been searching nonstop, reading, and still cant seem to find a way.
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Well, the hardware (particularly the modem) is not compatible, hance the failed install. You are lucky it cancelled out as you could have had worse problems on your hands.
The way i see it, you will have to wait for other regions for the Note 5 Duos to open up before you get flashing options. I would even question the need for that, if you get a decent range of bands with T-Mo (I am assuming you can get 4G).
If you want to explore further anyway, please check out this thread:
> Samsung Galaxy Note5 > Galaxy Note5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting > [Help Thread][Galaxy Note5] Ask Any Question, Noob Friendly
Hope this helps.
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Hope this helps.
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It did, thank you! I get decent service (including LTE) almost everywhere. Problem is, once I get to my.house, I go completely out of service. No call.I no text. It wouldn't be a big deal, but the Taiwanese phone doesn't have a way to turn WiFi calling.
Rockstah said:
It did, thank you! I get decent service (including LTE) almost everywhere. Problem is, once I get to my.house, I go completely out of service. No call.I no text. It wouldn't be a big deal, but the Taiwanese phone doesn't have a way to turn WiFi calling.
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Aha. That and no sign of the 700mHz band (which may not be part of your phone anyway, not just hidden by the current firmware).
Since the firmware would need deep support of Wifi Calling (or VoLTE), as in more than just an App, I am afraid you will have to wait until the Duos releases into an area with that support in their firmware (and hope that, that area's firmware doesn't disable a frequency you use).
Makes scraping all the lead paint[*] off the house the more manageable task, doesn't it?
[*] I really don't know if your house does indeed have lead paint. I am assuming it's coated in something metal, or concrete, which avoids typically high frequency radio waves from entering. I never had that problem with my house (which may be strange, since it was built in the 40's), but maybe creating ways to boost the existing signal may be in order instead.