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Anyways, Ever since I've upgraded to ICS, I've been having serious cell-related network connection problems on my tmobile iemi-unlocked atrix 2, mb865(NOT Wi-Fi connectivity problems.) My signal is constantly going from 5-1 bars (several times a minute) in places where I previously experienced a solid 5 bars with gingerbread and my (also unlocked, on tmobile) iPhone 2g. Also, my carrier logo is disappearing and reappearing many times a minute as well. (Even when I have 5 bars.) Sometimes , I just get a red triangle with a white cross inside of it where the bars should be.
Sometimes, these problems are temporarily fixed when I enter airplane mode for a few seconds, then exit it. But within 15 minutes of exiting, I begin experiencing the same problems. Other times, they aren't fixed through entering/exiting airplane mode , and I have to reboot the device.
My question is, will installing a rom perhaps fix these problems? Since my network was fine on gingerbread, it's obviously not a hardware problem. I'm rooted, of course (but before rooting I experienced these problems as well.)
I obtained the iemi through at&t and not a shady third party unlocking business, if that makes any difference.
Thanks a lot in advance!
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Maybe yes, meaby not. Have you got warranty?
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Maybe yes, meaby not. Have you got warranty?
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Well I got it from a friend so I don't know what warranty he got or whatevs but since its rooted, isn't its warranty already voided?
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Sounds like a sim card issue mate.
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Sounds like a sim card issue mate.
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I put the sim card into my iPhone 2g and I got a stable five bars in the same location where I'm having my atrix problems.
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catsnpickles said:
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Anyways, Ever since I've upgraded to ICS, I've been having serious cell-related network connection problems on my tmobile iemi-unlocked atrix 2, mb865(NOT Wi-Fi connectivity problems.) My signal is constantly going from 5-1 bars (several times a minute) in places where I previously experienced a solid 5 bars with gingerbread and my (also unlocked, on tmobile) iPhone 2g. Also, my carrier logo is disappearing and reappearing many times a minute as well. (Even when I have 5 bars.) Sometimes , I just get a red triangle with a white cross inside of it where the bars should be.
Sometimes, these problems are temporarily fixed when I enter airplane mode for a few seconds, then exit it. But within 15 minutes of exiting, I begin experiencing the same problems. Other times, they aren't fixed through entering/exiting airplane mode , and I have to reboot the device.
My question is, will installing a rom perhaps fix these problems? Since my network was fine on gingerbread, it's obviously not a hardware problem. I'm rooted, of course (but before rooting I experienced these problems as well.)
I obtained the iemi through at&t and not a shady third party unlocking business, if that makes any difference.
Thanks a lot in advance!
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Well it can't hurt to try a new rom.... wait it can haha but yes sometime even a factory restore can fix a lot of random issues. My buddy was running stock gingerbread on his phone and it had a messed up usb port. I then put CM7 on it and it worked magically so it is a possibility. I am currently running numa and it fixed my wifi issue where it would randomly turn off. But I think a good old factory restore could maybe fix it,
Try changing network selection from automatic to either 2g or 3g..it worked for me on my searet ota..
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Well it can't hurt to try a new rom.... wait it can haha but yes sometime even a factory restore can fix a lot of random issues. My buddy was running stock gingerbread on his phone and it had a messed up usb port. I then put CM7 on it and it worked magically so it is a possibility. I am currently running numa and it fixed my wifi issue where it would randomly turn off. But I think a good old factory restore could maybe fix it,
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Alright! I guess I'll try the restore first. Do you think it'll wipe my unlock? And I have titanium backup, so after I restore I can just restore things from it?
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Try changing network selection from automatic to either 2g or 3g..it worked for me on my searet ota..
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I tried, and selected T-Mobile. It then said 'registering for tmobile'. I backed out though because i got scared i was screwing something up. Am I supposed to see this?
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I tried, and selected T-Mobile. It then said 'registering for tmobile'. I backed out though because i got scared i was screwing something up. Am I supposed to see this?
When you change your network it is normal to get a message like this..you can go ahead..
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I believe your unlock will be there still. I could be wrong though. And if you have a sdcard it will be unaffected by the factory restore and new ROMs. But its a good idea to back it up every blue moon. And yes you can get your apps and app data back with titanium backup. Make sure it stores to sdcard and the same with ROMs.
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Well I got it from a friend so I don't know what warranty he got or whatevs but since its rooted, isn't its warranty already voided?
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Yes, but, if you unroot, they're not going to know.
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Yes, but, if you unroot, they're not going to know.
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I guess. Does the warranty last for a year?
Also, I backed up to titanium, did a factory reset, and restored from titanium. I still have the same problem. Could I possibly freeze some apps (using Gemini app manager) that involve the sim card? Would that avail to anything?
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I guess. Does the warranty last for a year?
Also, I backed up to titanium, did a factory reset, and restored from titanium. I still have the same problem. Could I possibly freeze some apps (using Gemini app manager) that involve the sim card? Would that avail to anything?
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Yes. At least in my country the warranty is for one year. But, if you bought it the phone with the two year contract i think, the warranty should last two years.
And the other thing, i have no idea man. Sorry. I never experienced that, and i don't know what happen there. But, my advice is that you must go to the warranty and try.
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I guess. Does the warranty last for a year?
Also, I backed up to titanium, did a factory reset, and restored from titanium. I still have the same problem. Could I possibly freeze some apps (using Gemini app manager) that involve the sim card? Would that avail to anything?
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Its better not to use titanium backup..for some reason it causes problems on our phone after restoring backups
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Yes. At least in my country the warranty is for one year. But, if you bought it the phone with the two year contract i think, the warranty should last two years.
And the other thing, i have no idea man. Sorry. I never experienced that, and i don't know what happen there. But, my advice is that you must go to the warranty and try.
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I see :0 since I'm not even a customer of at&t, would I still be able to reap the benefits of warranty? And I don't have the receipt or anything (as I said, I got the phone from a trade with a friend.)
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Its better not to use titanium backup..for some reason it causes problems on our phone after restoring backups
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Hm.. I haven't been experiencing any problems since using it :0
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Can I install ics leak #1 over my stock ics? And then go back to stock gingerbread, where I didn't have any problems? I've searched and found that a straight downgrade from stock ics to stock gb will brick you, but leak #1 to stock gb is fine :0
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Can I install ics leak #1 over my stock ics? And then go back to stock gingerbread, where I didn't have any problems? I've searched and found that a straight downgrade from stock ics to stock gb will brick you, but leak #1 to stock gb is fine :0
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No! You will brick your phone. OTA ICS bootloader is not the same as leak #1. Try another FDR but do NOT restore from TB.
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No! You will brick your phone. OTA ICS bootloader is not the same as leak #1. Try another FDR but do NOT restore from TB.
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Thanks! Should I try to flash a rom and see what happens, before doing another reset? If so, what's the best rom in terms of performance and least bugs? (I don't really care about it looking cool, etc.)
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SCv7 is really good and fast.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1648421
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SCv7 is really good and fast.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1648421
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So just to be sure of the process:
1)download link under the 9/26 update to root of SD card
2)enter boot menu
3) install it from there? :0
Sorry I'm kinda confused by this rom stuff (I read the noob guide, but still.)
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While the phone is dialing out or while in a conversation, it makes sounds like someone is breathing. I know it sounds weird but sometimes it sounds like a toilet flushing. I dont know if someone hacked my phone or if its a hardware/software thing. Just curious if anyone else has had this happen to them. Also im running octane 3.0 and this did not occur when i was on stock unrooted. Thanks in advance!
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Anyone?
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My phone does it all the time and I just started on here and it is all factory. I'm just trying to learn how to root.
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While the phone is dialing out or while in a conversation, it makes sounds like someone is breathing. I know it sounds weird but sometimes it sounds like a toilet flushing. I dont know if someone hacked my phone or if its a hardware/software thing. Just curious if anyone else has had this happen to them. Also im running octane 3.0 and this did not occur when i was on stock unrooted. Thanks in advance!
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I had that problem with my last Galaxy s 4G and my new one. I don't recall having the problem when I was on Froyo. I had the problem just this morning when placing a call. It lasts for a second or so then goes away. I've no idea why it happens, though.
Anybody know how to fix it?
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My phone does it all the time and I just started on here and it is all factory. I'm just trying to learn how to root.
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If you are on GB just flash Dr. Honks kernel and you'll have CWM and root or superoneclick 2.2 has worked for me just to root just takes aa while like 5+ mins
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I'm tempted to flash another modem, like KI3, to see if it still occurs. I don't remember having the issue until I was on KJ6 but I might be mistaken.
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I'm tempted to flash another modem, like KI3, to see if it still occurs. I don't remember having the issue until I was on KJ6 but I might be mistaken.
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honestly I'm on stock kj6 with KD1 modem and I haven't had that problem
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Thanks I'll try that this weekend... It hasn't happened today so it may have resolved itself. What modems are compatable with the kj6 kernel?
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Well I believe any modem is compatible but people have had a lot of success with KI3 modem ...I personally prefer KD1 it gives me good service in my area but I think it changes
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Thanks I'll try that this weekend... It hasn't happened today so it may have resolved itself. What modems are compatable with the kj6 kernel?
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Pretty much any of them. People generally use a different modem to get better data speeds in their respective location.
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It could be your sim card. If the sim card has connectivity issues, this sound is known to happen. Switch out your Sim with someone else and use the phone. if the sound happens on the phone with someone else's Sim, then it is your sd card. remove the sd card and format it on your computer. Then, with the sd card still removed, do a factory reset and make a few calls with your actual sim in the phone; without adding your google account. See if it persists. place the sd card back in the phone and add your account, buy don't add apps until you've tested it out. After a day (my recommendation), add one app at a time. make some test calls because you could dl an app with a virus, which can be causing connectivity issues.
Good idea with swapping the modem. I haven't tried that one. Thanks for the suggestion.
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Interesting ideas about the SIM & SD card. I'd be curious to know if/why either of those would cause that weirdness.
I'm going to try the KI3 modem a bit later. I'll report back after some testing.
Modems cant be flashed with cwm can they? if so ill do it today too... I dont have a computer atm so no odin.
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Modems cant be flashed with cwm can they? if so ill do it today too... I dont have a computer atm so no odin.
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Indeed they can. I flashed KI3 via CWM earlier. Check out FBis251's [Odin/CWM] Modems (10/29/2011 added KJ6 modem) page. There's a link to his CWM-flashable modems.
Stephen, yes, i confirmed with one of my friends in google. Weird, isn't it?! I tried formatting without my sd card in and the problem stopped. Idk, lol.
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Stephen, yes, i confirmed with one of my friends in google. Weird, isn't it?! I tried formatting without my sd card in and the problem stopped. Idk, lol.
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Completely weird. Thanks for the info, though. Who would've thought?
I always have that problem. I was thinking of starting a thread too. It's like a "WOOSH" right before the phone starts dialing.
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I always have that problem. I was thinking of starting a thread too. It's like a "WOOSH" right before the phone starts dialing.
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Yup, very good way to explain it. Haven't noticed it *yet* since I flashed the KI3 mode.
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airfluip1 said:
I always have that problem. I was thinking of starting a thread too. It's like a "WOOSH" right before the phone starts dialing.
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I get the same sound periodically...would be nice to know what it is for sure.
Ok, here it goes. I have been using tbu for a few years now on various phones. I am using version 3.9.0.1. This is one of the first problems i have had with it. When I go to install or uninstall any app, I get a force close. I have tried numerous things to get it working again with no success. Anyone have any thoughts?
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Ok, here it goes. I have been using tbu for a few years now on various phones. I am using version 3.9.0.1. This is one of the first problems i have had with it. When I go to install or uninstall any app, I get a force close. I have tried numerous things to get it working again with no success. Anyone have any thoughts?
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Use MyBackup*Root, problem solved
It's been to dependable for me to switch to something else. I'm used to it and i like all of the functions that come with it. I just need a fix.
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Try updating the app
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It's been to dependable for me to switch to something else. I'm used to it and i like all of the functions that come with it. I just need a fix.
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I hear ya. I'd go to manage apps, clear data, boot into recovery and fix permissions.
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Try updating the app
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Tried it, didn't work, reverted back to 3.9
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I hear ya. I'd go to manage apps, clear data, boot into recovery and fix permissions.
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Didn't work either.
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The only thing i can think of is, i have too many apps backed up. I have 247 user apps that equal 3gb. I don't know, I'm lost on this. I might back them all up on my computer, then start uninstalling them normally. I'll get rid of 50 or so and then use tbu and see if it acts any better.
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The only thing i can think of is, i have too many apps backed up. I have 247 user apps that equal 3gb. I don't know, I'm lost on this. I might back them all up on my computer, then start uninstalling them normally. I'll get rid of 50 or so and then use tbu and see if it acts any better.
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Have you contacted the developer? Also they have a decent troubleshooting wiki over here that talks about FC's and crashing >> Titanium Backup Wiki
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Have you contacted the developer? Also they have a decent troubleshooting wiki over here that talks about FC's and crashing >> Titanium Backup Wiki
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I haven't contacted the dev. I usually don't like to do that because i feel like any dev in general has too much going on anyway. I will check out the wiki you posted. Thanks
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Found a fix. I uninstalled tbu, then cleared permissions in su, forced stopped su, rebooted phone, installed tbu again and it started working as normal. So far so good. Thanks guys for the help.
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So I have a refurbished Stock SGSII Skyrocket (At&t) on 2.3.5. the phone will work fine for awhile and then will randomly reboot. I first tried to factory reset to see if that would work, and it didn't.
Anyone else having this issue, and how did they solve it? Thanks!
Take it back.
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Take it back.
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Not mine to take back. Friend got it on craigslist. Couldn't if he wanted to.
Well since you can't take it back then you might as well try rooting and installing a custom ROM and see if that solves the isse. If it doesn't, you can always give back to stock.
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So, I used the method posted by PureMotive to manually get my IMEI back without a backup, and it worked. Now my phone just says I'm roaming all the time. I know other people have had this issue as well, but has anyone figured out how to fix it? Any help would be great! Thanks in advance!
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So, no one can help?
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So, no one can help?
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No fix for Verizon that I'm aware of yet..
Except maybe this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31051731#post31051731
Try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31028642&postcount=115.
I was in the same situation as you (stuck roaming), but was able to fix it following the steps in that post. YMMV.
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Try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31028642&postcount=115.
I was in the same situation as you (stuck roaming), but was able to fix it following the steps in that post. YMMV.
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Thanks, man. I'll try that out. It looks promising!
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I now have the roaming issue fixed, but my issue now is that my 3G drops like after 30 seconds. It doesn't stay connected. It's like it's turning off and on. Any help with that?
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I now have the roaming issue fixed, but my issue now is that my 3G drops like after 30 seconds. It doesn't stay connected. It's like it's turning off and on. Any help with that?
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try reprovisioning your device be dialing *2767*3855#
this wipes data so have nandroid ready.
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try reprovisioning your device be dialing *2767*3855#
this wipes data so have nandroid ready.
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Thanks! Good thinking! I think that did the trick!
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This utility is simple and works, both to restore IMEI and to take care of the pesky roaming icon:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1867442
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This utility is simple and works, both to restore IMEI and to take care of the pesky roaming icon:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1867442
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I've already fixed that. Now my 3G just doesn't stay connected
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Anybody got any help with this 3G issue? The reprovisioning suggestion did not work and it's really starting to bug me since I can't use my phone for Internet or anything unless Wifi is available. Pleeeease help me!
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Couple things to try:
Odin back to stock and re-provision 1-2 more times. That fixed it for someone.
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Couple things to try:
Odin back to stock and re-provision 1-2 more times. That fixed it for someone.
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Well, since I odined back to stock when the problem first came about, I guess I'll have to try reprovisioning some more?
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I had a data drop while on a rom and i did a nandroid backup and it fixed it.
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I had a data drop while on a rom and i did a nandroid backup and it fixed it.
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How could backing it up have fixed it?
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So I'm trying to fix a phone for someone but I can not find a way. Basically the phone says the IMEI is all 0's and even if you put a sim in it has a O with a line through it instead of service bars but still shows the 4G icon. Also it has all this stuff written on the screen that I've attached pictures of. Going into the settings says all 0's for the IMEI. I've tried factory resets and using ODIN to flash stock but no luck, I've thought of just restoring the IMEI but not to sure that would solve it
Yeah it looks like you need to restore the IMEI. Worth a shot
EFS is wiped and needs to be reprogrammed. Did this happen randomly? You can take it to Verizon and they can fix it as long as the device isn't blacklisted.
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EFS is wiped and needs to be reprogrammed. Did this happen randomly? You can take it to Verizon and they can fix it as long as the device isn't blacklisted.
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Yea pretty much they brought the phone to me one day like this. The person who owns it isn't tech savvy at all, doesn't even know anything about rooting
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Doesn't Tweaked reset that? Could have swore I saw something like that when Odining Tweaked 3.
(~: Tweaked out on Peace :~)
Can you get the phone to download mode? If yes you can get the phone restored to original settings. Based on this picture your kernel might be messed up. It is just a guess.
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Just to give an update I tried tweaked rom and odin to stock but neither worked. What did work was odin to stock BUT I checked Phone EFS Clear and all is well now. Thanks for all the help guys
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Just to give an update I tried tweaked rom and odin to stock but neither worked. What did work was odin to stock BUT I checked Phone EFS Clear and all is well now. Thanks for all the help guys
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You just permanently broke your phone.
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You just permanently broke your phone.
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Well everything is working on it and it gets service
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Well everything is working on it and it gets service
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That's weird. Efs clear is supposed to make your radio useless.
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That's weird. Efs clear is supposed to make your radio useless.
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This
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