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[Q] Possible to Change PRL from the phone itself? ( NO PC )

Im just wondering if its possible to change the prl on a nexus s 4g with 4.0.4 ics on the phone itself with no pc qpst program needed. SO i can change prls on the fly

Nothing? -_-
Sent from my Nexus S 4G flashed to Boost Mobile

Nothing?
Sent from my Nexus S 4G flashed to Boost Mobile

There's no app for that.
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CooLoserTech said:
Im just wondering if its possible to change the prl on a nexus s 4g with 4.0.4 ics on the phone itself with no pc qpst program needed. SO i can change prls on the fly
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search google for a copy of the prl file you want then:
1) Copy the downloaded PRL file to the root of your SD card
2) Dial ##775# and enter your MSL code when prompted for password (if you don't know yours, get MSL Reader from the Market)
5) Press "Update PRL"
6) The PRL file should be listed in the bottom half of the screen (you may have to scroll up)
7) Select the (your prl file) and press OK
8) Press MENU and then Commit Modifications
9) Phone reboots and you should be updated.
dont know if step 8 is still included. but there is a way to do it.

*#*#775#*#* is invalid on ics.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G flashed to Boost Mobile

Trying to Develope App
I am in the process of developing an app for ICS that allows PRL changes on the go. I have hit a few barriers in the process but I will let you know if I am able to finish it.
-Da5hiz

[guide] how to back up IMEI on synergy

This is out dated please use the zip flashed in recovery provided by team synergy. Thanks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1852255
[HOWTO]Comprehensive IMEI/EFS Backup
[HOWTO]Comprehensive IMEI/EFS Backup

Anycut worked great. I'm all backed up.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

Glad I could help out guys.
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Thanks worked perfectly.

Thanks
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glad i could help out. i know re flashing just to back up is a pain in the you know what. so i figured i would share how i avoided going back to stock
:good::good:

Thanks Man apprcieate it super easy!

Great stuff, thanks alot for the peace of mind! I was one of, if not the first to have this IMEI wipe thing with Imoseyon's first test of the leankernel, and been wary of it ever since.
PLEASE NOTE: This appears to require a stock kernel. I was on Imoseyon's latest v2 beta (non-kexec) and could not get this to work properly. Simply went into cwm and flashed the return-to-stock zip that he has listed in his thread on rootz and tried again, and it worked perfectly! Just be sure to follow ALL steps in this exact order, and you'll be golden.

Great write up bro. I really appreciate the extensive instructions! Super easy and fool proof
Sent from my Glazed-over Nexus 7

After that open any cut. create a shortcut to the hidden menu. to do this click on new shortcut. then click on activity. scroll down until you see IOTHiddenMenu. click on it . it should make a short cut to the hidden menu.
Once in the menu, choose the option for USBSettingsMenu, then choose the option RMNET+DM+MODEM.
Not sure how to do the shortcut to the hidden menu. How did I start a new shortcut?

NAU420 said:
After that open any cut. create a shortcut to the hidden menu. to do this click on new shortcut. then click on activity. scroll down until you see IOTHiddenMenu. click on it . it should make a short cut to the hidden menu.
Once in the menu, choose the option for USBSettingsMenu, then choose the option RMNET+DM+MODEM.
Not sure how to do the shortcut to the hidden menu. How did I start a new shortcut?
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Click on the button that says new shortcut in anycut bro. It isn't that hard. Not trying to be a ****
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

This guide should be pretty easy. Don't speed read it though. Read and fallow the steps as you read them makes life much easier. Also keeps you from feeling like dbag. Lol
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bgolden84 said:
Click on the button that says new shortcut in anycut bro. It isn't that hard. Not trying to be a ****
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OK and this button is locate where?? If I knew where the button was, I won't be asking.

NAU420 said:
OK and this button is locate where?? If I knew where the button was, I won't be asking.
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Did u install anycut? Did you open anycut? If you did these things then You would not be asking these questions. Ether that or you are blind. Open the application anycut and you will see a button in the middle of the screen that says. NEW SHORTCUT
Again not trying to b a ****. I just don't understand how you are having issues. Unless you didn't install anycut. There is a link at the bottom of the first post to the apk
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

Yaowza.....
-UNLOCKED VZW GSIII

bgolden84 said:
Ok it seems there are some people that are a little lazy or simply dont want to go back to stock to back up there imie. i will list the steps that i used to backup my imei running synergy nightly. i barrowed most of the steps from this link
i take no credit for this i am just trying to help some of you out
should work on any TW based rom
All credit to Peoplearmy for the intial write-up
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/32397-tutorial-imei-backup-nv-with-qpst-us-variants/
by now you know that the hidden menu will not open in most custom roms. this does not apply to aosp roms or aokp . here is what i did
and as usual if u bork your phone nmp. so dont get mad at me
link to anycut.apk is at the very bottom of this post
Now go to your phone, its time to enable the hidden menu. On Verizon or Sprint, go to the dialer and dial *#22745927 . Choose the option to enable the Hidden Menu. After that open any cut. create a shortcut to the hidden menu. to do this click on new shortcut. then click on activity. scroll down until you see IOTHiddenMenu. click on it . it should make a short cut to the hidden menu.
Once in the menu, choose the option for USBSettingsMenu, then choose the option RMNET+DM+MODEM. Hook up the phone to the PC via USB at this time if you haven't already. This option works on STOCK TOUCHWIZ (it can be rooted).
OK. Now go to your PC Control Panel. We need to get into the Device Manager to determine where your phone is being recognized as far as the COM ports. For this, go to System -> Device Manager (on the left) or System -> Hardware -> Device Manager (depends on your Control Panel setup). Anyways, scroll down to Ports (may say Ports & LTP, Serial, depends on version). Anyways, find your phone under it, and take note of the COM# (mine was COM9, yours can and probably will vary). If you have exclamation marks anywhere then install the Samsung drivers and try again.
OK. Now go to Start Menu -> All Programs -> QPST -> QPST Configuration
Click on the Ports tab. Click on Add New Port, then add your Port# where it says Port and name it something you can remember. Hit OK.
Now click on Start Clients -> Software Download. Click on the Backup tab. Make sure your phone is listed under Port. If its not, hit Browse, choose the COM that is your phone, and hit OK. Now where it says QCN File, hit Browse, find a safe spot to store your backup on your PC, and name it. Hit OK. Now hit Start. Make sure backup gets to 100% with no errors.
Congratulations, you now have your backup made! Flash away!
Don't forget to go into your phone hidden menu again and change USB mode back to MTP so you can use it to access the phone storage.
If it bricks sometime in the future:
Go back into QPST. Go to Start Clients -> Software Download. Click on the Restore tab. Make sure your phone is listed under Port. If not, browse to the appropriate COM port. Choose your QCN backup in the other box. Click Start, let it finish. Phone should reboot. If it fails rebooting, just do a manual reboot. First boot will take a bit, let it do its thing.
AS PER THE USUAL, I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR WHAT YOU DO TO YOUR DEVICE! IF YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS -TO A T- YOU SHOULD HAVE NO ISSUES, BUT QPST IS A VERY POWERFUL PROGRAM, SO KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING!
HAPPY FLASHING!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1267214&d=1345256454
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PLEASE show me where it says to install any cut??????????????????????????

Am I the only one scratching my head at the question of where is the button to create a shortcut?
SMH
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

"link to Anycut.apk is at the bottom of the page"
-UNLOCKED VZW GSIII

NAU420 said:
PLEASE show me where it says to install any cut??????????????????????????
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Ok I'm going to be very calm. How the hell do you open an app that you don't have?
It's common sense. Man if the guide said to open tapatalk and you didn't have the app one would assume you download it. That way you can open it
And feel free to facepalm yourself. The Apk for anycut is linked in the post. So why would you not install it if you didn't have it?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

If you can not take the time to read the entire post you don't need to be Modding your phone bro
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[Q] Wifi tether not working

Hi Friends
I have been following the forum for a year and have finally registered as i found a question to which there is no solution i could find yet . .
I have a rooted Atrix 2 running NUMA http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1960679
Its one of the best and most stable ROMS i have tried but i am facing one issue on it . .
I'm not able to use wifi tethering on my phone . .
A network is created and my nexus 7 connects to it but the internet simply does not work!
Any tricks to make it work?
Have FXZed several times and done fresh installs but no luck
Tried some apps to kick start it but they caused a reboot so i uninstalled . .
any fix for it?

Bump!
still awaiting a response . .

Atrix2numa said:
Bump!
still awaiting a response . .
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I've never had that problem, or any problem on NUMA. If I did, though, I would re-download the ROM and start over.
Did/do you have any additional mods or tweaks installed? Xposed framework and modules, for example?
If I had a dollar for every time I said that, I'd be making money in a very weird way.

I tried that . .even FXZed my phone . . . .
btw does it make a difference as i have an indian Atrix 2 MB865 but this rom is based on AT&T ICS?

8288599 4308
BUMP!
Its still not working . .

Atrix2numa said:
I tried that . .even FXZed my phone . . . .
btw does it make a difference as i have an indian Atrix 2 MB865 but this rom is based on AT&T ICS?
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That does not make a difference
Sent from my MB865 using Tapatalk 2

What are you using for this? Are you using the native app or a 3rd party app?

This has already been answered. Please search before posting.
Try changing you apn type to 'not set' in apn settings

Screenshot APN
Hi Guys i did read about the APN settings however i am not able to edit the APN settings and there is a lock on it . .
I have attached screenshot of the settings . .
Also i noticed another issue recently . .The phone auto reboots if i try to transfer files via Superbeam before QR code gets generated
Could this be a related issue as it also uses wifi tethering indirectly?

R u able to create a new apn?

Super_Commando said:
R u able to create a new apn?
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Nope

I tried to tinker with my phone using below thread. .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1160452
Now I am getting option to setup new APN
Can You please suggest settings to make it work on Airtel in India?

Atrix2numa said:
I tried to tinker with my phone using below thread. .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1160452
Now I am getting option to setup new APN
Can You please suggest settings to make it work on Airtel in India?
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You can find apn settings for Airtel on internet. Just keep 'apn type' to 'not set' in apn settings.
This worked fine for me on Vodafone

Internet tethering is now working for me thanks to these settings i found. .
On the device, tap the Settings icon
Choose Wireless & Networks (or Wireless Controls)
Choose Mobile Networks and then Access Point Names
Press the Menu key and then New APN
Select Name, enter: Airtel GPRS and tap OK.
Select APN, enter: airtel-ci-gprs.com
Scroll down to APN TYPE and enter: default or (Select : Internet)
Press the Menu key and select Save
Tap on Airtel GPRS to turn it on
However I'm still unable to use Superbeam!
Phone restarts if i try to send anything through it . .

[GUIDE] HOW TO Enable Wi-Fi Tether on stock Kit Kat 4.4.2

I took the update because I boot looped my phone trying to upgrade to a rooted stock version of Kit Kat.
After going to stock I lost root and of course custom recovery. As many have noticed, there is no viable tether app that works with Kit Kat on this device. In doing a search it appears that this is the case with many devices that have gotten Kit Kat.
So I did a search and through several different threads I believe I have found the workaround.
I am new to doing "How-To's" so please forgive me if this is not as professional as others. I am not a developer but have some knowledge of working with various facets of Android. So, here goes:
1. Go to settings--> Tethering and networks ---> Mobile networks --> Access point names
2. Under Access point names, you should have T-Mobile LTE
3. Click menu ---> New APN
4. Name --> Whatever you want
5. APN ---> should say "Not Set" change to "Fast.T-Mobile.com"
6. APN Type--> type "default,supl,mms,dun"
7. APN Protocol --> Be sure it says "IPv4"
8. Menu--> Click save
9. Change APN to the newly created Access Point
10. Download : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi
11. Download the PC app (if needed)
12. (Optional) Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi.key
Follow instructions on setting up FoxFi which I will not cover here.
I am using this now to type this thread. It is a little buggy but I think that is FoxFi not necessarily this method of tether. I have to at times disable/re-enable the PC app if I lose connection.
I hope this helps folks out there.

What is the problem with the mobile hotspot that comes with stock kitkat? D801 tmo.

stormannorman said:
What is the problem with the mobile hotspot that comes with stock kitkat? D801 tmo.
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Nothing wrong, works perfectly fine. This is an alternative means through a different app providing a means to tether without utilizing a set amount of data provided by carrier.

Are speeds with FoxFi comparable to stock tethering?

adampdx said:
Are speeds with FoxFi comparable to stock tethering?
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Yes, speeds are comparable. Only issue, and I believe this is with PDANet/FoxFi is you at times have to reset the connection on the computer. I am running Windows 7 BTW

Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)

That is if you have root. As stated in the OP this is a workaround for those that have lost root via 4.4.2.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app

Ivanprskalo said:
Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)
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Will this affect the system tether app as well?

adampdx said:
Will this affect the system tether app as well?
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This solution IS for system tethering.
If you have rooted device, system tethering works like a charm with this.
Also, this works even if you are not T-mobile user, meaning, you SIM unlock device and you can tether with any SIM on any network in the world...
I guess those guys who updated OTA to 4.4.2 will have to wait root for D801. I saw there is a way to flash KitKat in recovery and immediately superuser.zip after that...
I'll personally go for that way.

Doesn't seem to work for me. Tried using my tablet connected to foxfi hotspot and got the usual T-Mobile error notice that hotspot isn't enabled when I opened the browser.

You can also setup a vpn to connect to and it won't redirect you to the upsell page if you get that issue
Ivanprskalo said:
Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)
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If this works, you have fixed the only issue that would desire me to install a custom rom
Edit: seems to be working so far, spent half an hour on the tablet and the tmobile app shows no increase in the hotspot data usage

Ok. Let me try and clarify. The step by step in the OP can be used on any ROM but is specifically useful for those like me that took the update to 4.4.2 and lost root.
When using FoxFi app it is recommended that you use USB tether mode. Also you need to hide your activity but I'm not going to cover that. I Will leave that to others.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app

TheFuzz said:
Ok. Let me try and clarify. The step by step in the OP can be used on any ROM but is specifically useful for those like me that took the update to 4.4.2 and lost root.
When using FoxFi app it is recommended that you use USB tether mode. Also you need to hide your activity but I'm not going to cover that. I Will leave that to others.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app
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Then one thing is left to be clarified:
Do I need to use that T-mobile APN? Because that won't work for me or every other user that haven't T-mobile SIM card, obviously...
So, do you think that is safe to assume that method from OP will work for me if I use my regular APN?

I can't speak to other carriers directly. But, the simplest way to tell; if you use the app and it does not "trip" your carrier hotspot app then you should be good.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app

Neither of these methods worked for me. FoxFi kept telling me that I didn't have an internet connection and editing my com.android.providers.settings database kept reverting to "1" after a reboot. After the latter method, I temporarily lost the functionality of my home button and root went away. I thought I was going to have to flash back to 4.2.2 for second. Thankfully after a few reboots and a restored file all was good.
Edit: OK, I finally got FoxFi working. I guess I didn't read the directions completely. But this didn't stop my tethering data usage from going up.

Make sure you have the settings in FoxFi set to hide internet usage. If you need my settings for that, let me know.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app

I have actually tried both methods and get them to work.
Now, I'm on 4.4.2 stock, I didn't took the OTA update - instead I've flashed that 1.4GB KK update trough TWRP, and then superuser.zip. It wasn't easy, especially because I didn't have TWRP installed at all and OTA was downloaded (kinda without my permission, in background, and then I got that notification....)
So, now, I'm on KK stock, rooted, but I'm not sure if I got recovery... and guess what, I don't care...
Both tethering methods work for me, bud since is easier I use system tether.
What I'm trying to say is: Don't take OTA guys if you have root, flash trough recovery your KK and you will keep root, you can tether, you keep your data and apps... It isn't the easiest way but it is the one with most satisfying result..

TheFuzz said:
Make sure you have the settings in FoxFi set to hide internet usage. If you need my settings for that, let me know.
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app
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OK, read between the lines a bit and got took the steps I believe you're referring to. However, still no luck with tethering data. Would you mind sharing your settings for FoxFi?

adampdx said:
OK, read between the lines a bit and got took the steps I believe you're referring to. However, still no luck with tethering data. Would you mind sharing your settings for FoxFi?
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On your desktop, click on the PDANet icon in the task tray. Click settings, Hide Tether usage, Level 1
That's it. Should work. Again, you may have to disconnect/reconnect from time to time via the tray icon.

adampdx said:
Neither of these methods worked for me. FoxFi kept telling me that I didn't have an internet connection and editing my com.android.providers.settings database kept reverting to "1" after a reboot. After the latter method, I temporarily lost the functionality of my home button and root went away. I thought I was going to have to flash back to 4.2.2 for second. Thankfully after a few reboots and a restored file all was good.
Edit: OK, I finally got FoxFi working. I guess I didn't read the directions completely. But this didn't stop my tethering data usage from going up.
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It was stated that this will revert after a restart.... Simple either don't restart or adjust the value after you restart
Sent from my LG-D801 using Tapatalk
---------- Post added at 01:49 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:58 AM ----------
So just to verify. For rooted folks the sqlite method works? I can't get my connected device to access the net but I am also in a T-Mobile black hole for the next two weeks with only edge when I am lucky
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Secret Code / Hidden Menu tester needed

Hi,
As you may know, you cannot enter the secret codes (e.g. *#0011#, *#27663368378#...) on a device that has not been enabled the HiddenMenu.
I need someone to help me to test if these codes work on your device by using my app: Shortcut Master.
Here is how:
- Install Shortcut Master app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vndnguyen.shortcutmaster.lite
- Go to menu 'Secret Code Explorer', select your desire code (e.g. 0011, 27663368378, 0228, etc...) and tap to launch it.
- You can select 'Launch 0' or 'Launch 1' to test if it work. 'Launch 0' requires ROOT access.
Please kindly test and feedback. Thanks.

Hrm I just changed /efs/carrier/HiddenMenu with a root browser and changed it from OFF to ON and reboot, all codes work just fine.

iTpHo3NiX said:
Hrm I just changed /efs/carrier/HiddenMenu with a root browser and changed it from OFF to ON and reboot, all codes work just fine.
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It should work. Thank you for the feedback.
But in fact I want to check if my app works with a phone that has not been enabled the HiddenMenu.
Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

vndnguyen said:
It should work. Thank you for the feedback.
But in fact I want to check if my app works with a phone that has not been enabled the HiddenMenu.
Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk
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I tried the first two that you gave as examples and both worked. I have not enabled the HiddenMenu.
EDIT: I only tried the Launch 0 option

Works for me as well when I use the root required method.

Please help
vndnguyen said:
Hi,
As you may know, you cannot enter the secret codes (e.g. *#0011#, *#27663368378#...) on a device that has not been enabled the HiddenMenu.
I need someone to help me to test if these codes work on your device by using my app: Shortcut Master.
Here is how:
- Install Shortcut Master app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vndnguyen.shortcutmaster.lite
- Go to menu 'Secret Code Explorer', select your desire code (e.g. 0011, 27663368378, 0228, etc...) and tap to launch it.
- You can select 'Launch 0' or 'Launch 1' to test if it work. 'Launch 0' requires ROOT access.
Please kindly test and feedback. Thanks.
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i was looking around in the list of hidden codes and i guess i pressed on one that i shouldnt have. my phone still list 4G but lost data all together. wifi and calls work fine. please help

bruderhood15 said:
i was looking around in the list of hidden codes and i guess i pressed on one that i shouldnt have. my phone still list 4G but lost data all together. wifi and calls work fine. please help
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Yes, I see. I have also faced with the same problem as you
I can't remember but there is a code that clear the APN settings. To fix it, you have to add the APN manually:
open Settings --> More networks --> Mobile networks --> Access Point Names --> + to add
If you don't know what parameters to input, you may have to contact your service provider (your mobile operator) for help.

vndnguyen said:
Yes, I see. I have also faced with the same problem as you
I can't remember but there is a code that clear the APN settings. To fix it, you have to add the APN manually:
open Settings --> More networks --> Mobile networks --> Access Point Names --> + to add
If you don't know what parameters to input, you may have to contact your service provider (your mobile operator) for help.
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That did the trick. APN was gone. Manually added it and all is well, THANK GOD LOL
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For your convenience, you can download the shortcuts list files and import in to the app.
- Android 4.3 Hidden Shortcuts.rar
- Samsung (Note 3) Hidden Shortcuts.rar