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[Q] Ampe A10 3G problem

Hello!
I have an Ampe A10 tablet with Android 4.0.4 and the following details:
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Unfortunately, the 3G doesn't work. The tablet doesn't recognize the built-in 3G modem:
...even if I use PPP widget:
Could you please help me solve this problem?

The icon on your tablet in the right corner shows: There is no card inserted.
The modem is ready, but the card isn't identified.

W3sti said:
The icon on your tablet in the right corner shows: There is no card inserted.
The modem is ready, but the card isn't identified.
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Hi!
Actually, the SIM-card is inserted in its slot.

hello, I have the same problem with my tablet AMPE A10, my IMEI is equal to 0,
I can not connect to 3g network. I have entered my pin code every 5 seconds. Many user of this tablet is one problem. At the moment nobody has an answer.

ouchered said:
hello, I have the same problem with my tablet AMPE A10, my IMEI is equal to 0,
I can not connect to 3g network. I have entered my pin code every 5 seconds. Many user of this tablet is one problem. At the moment nobody has an answer.
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There is a Windows application for smartphones that can change the IMEI number, MTK DroidTools, but I'm not sure that it also works for this type of tablets.

Mazarin07 said:
There is a Windows application for smartphones that can change the IMEI number, MTK DroidTools, but I'm not sure that it also works for this type of tablets.
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It doesn't work, 'cause Ampe A10 3G or Sanei N10 3G has a different chipset.

W3sti said:
It doesn't work, 'cause Ampe A10 3G or Sanei N10 3G has a different chipset.
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Thanks for the reply.
In the meantime I managed to get my 3G working by a simple hard Reset. There is no need even for PP widget, it works out of the box, after setting the APN parameters.

Mazarin07 said:
Thanks for the reply.
In the meantime I managed to get my 3G working by a simple hard Reset. There is no need even for PP widget, it works out of the box, after setting the APN parameters.
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Hi there, can I check whether you are having the Ampe A10 dual core 3G version? If yes, I would like to know which country you are based and whether your operator checks on the IMEI?
I have a connection issue with my Sanei N10 3G (similar to Ampe A10 3G). I am able to make calls but I cannot seems to get a 3G connection. If possible, can you let me know the process that you took (step by step, cos I am a noob) and what APN parameters that you had applied.
I have been scratching my head over this problem for the past few days. Your help will be truly appreciated. Thanks

robsterwc said:
Hi there, can I check whether you are having the Ampe A10 dual core 3G version? If yes, I would like to know which country you are based and whether your operator checks on the IMEI?
I have a connection issue with my Sanei N10 3G (similar to Ampe A10 3G). I am able to make calls but I cannot seems to get a 3G connection. If possible, can you let me know the process that you took (step by step, cos I am a noob) and what APN parameters that you had applied.
I have been scratching my head over this problem for the past few days. Your help will be truly appreciated. Thanks
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Hi!
I'm from Hungary, and I don't know whether my operator checks the IMEI or not. I don't even know my IMEI number.
I have rooted the tablet, then inserted my 3G SIM card. After the card was detected, I went into Settings, done the automatic detection of my Mobile network, then properly set the APN (you have to ask for the exact details from your telco). You have to set especially the APN, MCC (mine is 216) and MNC (mine is 30).

Mazarin07 said:
Thanks for the reply.
In the meantime I managed to get my 3G working by a simple hard Reset. There is no need even for PP widget, it works out of the box, after setting the APN parameters.
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I have the same problem. Can you be more explicit on what you did to solve the problem?
How have you done the hard reset?
Tks

pferro said:
I have the same problem. Can you be more explicit on what you did to solve the problem?
How have you done the hard reset?
Tks
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There is a small hole on the right side matching the RESET label from the back of the unit.
Use a needle and push for 10 seconds.

Sanei N10 3G did not recognise SIM Card
Dear Friends, I have a new Sanei N10 3G version, it worked well the first 3days with the built in 3g SIM, all of a sudden, it stopped recognizing the SIM Card. I have inserted several other SIM Cards but still did not work. I tried to reset to factory default and still did not work. i found two IMEI Number listed, the first shows numbers, while the other displayed just "00". I have tried all I could to reset it but cant fix it.
Please, help me, as 3G is the only option I have to connect to internet, because Wifi is not a common thing here in Nigeria.
thanks...

I also have one Ampe a10 dual 3g, and it's loosing SIM connection or whatever. I've tried any reset combination and afterall it was always the same. My tablet has guarantee which means its probably somewhere on a ship to China.
I have two of them bought at the same time and one is working well (FW is few numbers lower) and second as I mentioned (newer FW).

Marker for Successful Hard Reset?
Mazarin07 said:
There is a small hole on the right side matching the RESET label from the back of the unit.
Use a needle and push for 10 seconds.
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Hello!
I have been experiencing a similar problem with my Ampe A10 dual core...I tried to hard reset as you mentioned, pushed a needle into the slot for 10-20seconds, but it did not help!
The date and other things of the tablet got reset, but it still fails to detect the sim card!!
Is this a software issue or a hardware issue?

Had the same problem, turned out the origin was hardware.
When I opened up the tablet, the connectors of the SIM were unsoldered. I fixed it by glueing the SIM card enveloppe to the material under it.
Hope it helps

quantik said:
Had the same problem, turned out the origin was hardware.
When I opened up the tablet, the connectors of the SIM were unsoldered. I fixed it by glueing the SIM card enveloppe to the material under it.
Hope it helps
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i have solved problem with EFS Pro and driver for ampe a10 3g dualcore
i have change imei=0 to another with 15 number
and now phone work perfectly with any operator in France
Ouf !!!

Alcatel One Touch Idol 2 S (OT-6050Y) Owners

This is a nice mid-range phone and I got from Orange Poland with agreement. All works fine and fluid. Even during benchmarks it is barely warm. 7.5 mm thickness (Galaxy S4 dimensions) and very slim LCD bezel. Double click screen to wake device. White status LED etc.
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Detailed specs: http://www.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_2_s-6134.php
In short:
5 inç 720p IPS screen
Snapdragon 400 4 x 1.2 GHz / Adreno 305 GPU
1 GB RAM
8 GB Internal (5.5 GB available) + microSD (64 GB Lexar 600x UHS-1 microSD tested, working after FAT format by 6050Y)
LTE 150 Mbps, 802.11n Wi-Fi Dual, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, A-GPS/GLONASS
8 MP Camera with Flash and Full HD Video
Android 4.3 Installed (4.4 Update Possible)
2150 mAh non-removable battery
Official support website http://www.alcatelonetouch.com/global-en/support/download/idol_2_s.html where you can download manual, quick user guide and two important apps.
Smart Suite for managing your mobile. (microUSB connection or Wi-Fi)
Mobile Upgrade Q for checking offical upgrades.
Some downsides:
MHL not supported, only Miracast
OTG not supported
FM Radio works only mono
Non removable cover
SIM Unlock
Mine came SIM locked. So I searched some and found a YouTube video that unlock is easy with FuriousGold device. Same person has an online code generator. I have no connection to them but I tested and it worked. Also really cheap only $4.9
http://www.oneunlock.com/en/tools/solution/alcatel-sfr-vodafone-motorola-unlock-codes
It all finished within seconds. I filled form. Operator code is written on product box, on top of IMEI code. After getting email I saw 4 codes and entering only first one was enough.
If you don't have a problem with SIM lock you don't need to do it naturally. But I detected it whenever installed a different operator's SIM card. There are only 5 trials and use them wisely.
Also if you want to play by the book, Orange Poland website asks you to go their office or call helpline for unlock and payment will be 77 PLN which makes nearly $25.
WARNING: When you unlock your device they have a right to say product warrany is invalid.
ROOTING
Again you don't need to root but I used to have programs like Titanium Backup, Xposed Framework, Viper4Android etc so I wanted to find a solution.
ATM the only method I know that works is Towel Root Only install it and click button. Matter of second and done. After that you might want to install SuperSU or Superuser app.
After rooting, there is a possibility that Alcatel official device updates won't be compatible. In that case unroot might be necessary. I haven't tried but SuperSU app has an Full Unroot option. Please let us know if you tried.
CUSTOM RECOVERY
ATM I could not find CWM or TWRP suitable for this device. Perhaps it is not necessary since there is no custom ROM / CM package. But I am sure custom recovery can be compiled.
UPDATE: Thanks to Decker.Kaluga, we have a compatible CWM recovery now. (I have not tried yet.)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57639354&postcount=10

pckoloji said:
This is a nice mid-range phone and I got from Orange Poland with agreement. All works fine and fluid. Even during benchmarks it is barely warm. 7.5 mm thickness (Galaxy S4 dimensions) and very slim LCD bezel. Double click screen to wake device. White status LED etc.
Detailed specs: http://www.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_2_s-6134.php
In short:
5 inç 720p IPS screen
Snapdragon 400 4 x 1.2 GHz / Adreno 305 GPU
1 GB RAM
8 GB Internal (5.5 GB available) + microSD
LTE 150 Mbps, 802.11n Wi-Fi Dual, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, A-GPS/GLONASS
8 MP Camera with Flash and Full HD Video
Android 4.3 Installed (4.4 Update Possible)
2150 mAh non-removable battery
Some downsides:
MHL not supported, only Miracast
OTG not supported
FM Radio works only mono
Non removable cover
SIM Unlock
Mine came SIM locked. So I searched some and found a YouTube video that unlock is easy with FuriousGold device. Same person has an online code generator. I have no connection to them but I tested and it worked. Also really cheap only $4.9
http://www.oneunlock.com/en/tools/solution/alcatel-sfr-vodafone-motorola-unlock-codes
It all finished within seconds. I filled form. Operator code is written on product box, on top of IMEI code. After getting email I saw 4 codes and entering only first one was enough.
If you don't have a problem with SIM lock you don't need to do it naturally. But I detected it whenever installed a different operator's SIM card. There are only 5 trials and use them wisely.
Also if you want to play by the book, Orange Poland website asks you to go their office or call helpline for unlock and payment will be 77 PLN which makes nearly $25.
WARNING: When you unlock your device they have a right to say product warrany is invalid.
ROOTING
Again you don't need to root but I used to have programs like Titanium Backup, Xposed Framework, Viper4Android etc so I wanted to find a solution.
ATM the only method I know that works is Towel Root Only install it and click button. Matter of second and done. After that you might want to install SuperSU or Superuser app.
After rooting, there is a possibility that Alcatel official device updates won't be compatible. In that case unroot might be necessary. I haven't tried but SuperSU app has an Full Unroot option. Please let us know if you tried.
CUSTOM RECOVERY
ATM I could not find CWM or TWRP suitable for this device. Perhaps it is not necessary since there is no custom ROM / CM package. But I am sure custom recovery can be compiled.
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Hi,
Very good summary! I have this phone for a few days and I have cited the same defects. As against the 4.4 update is already available? Or is it a prediction?

No there is no update at this moment. Mine shows Android 4.3 JLS36C. GSMArena shows upgradable to v4.4 (KitKat) but nothing yet.
I updated OP. Please download and check with Mobile Upgrade Q time to time. Different regions might get earlier.

I have same version of android
I noticed a mismanagement of the cpu frequency, making the battery down quickly. The phone rarely drops to 300mhz / 600 mhz. Even if I use an app like "No-frills cpu control" the cpu performs well then I locked state / unlocks and the cpu gets his bad behavior. (I use CPU spy to see an average of frequencies used)
I may be attempting a restore to see if it is not the root that caused the problem.
I am trying to download an "update" via mobile upgrade Q. I do not know if this is really an update or if he downloads the same version. In any case it is very very slow.

I just plugged.
"There is no greater software version available."

ouigo said:
I have same version of android
I noticed a mismanagement of the cpu frequency, making the battery down quickly. The phone rarely drops to 300mhz / 600 mhz. Even if I use an app like "No-frills cpu control" the cpu performs well then I locked state / unlocks and the cpu gets his bad behavior. (I use CPU spy to see an average of frequencies used)
I may be attempting a restore to see if it is not the root that caused the problem.
I am trying to download an "update" via mobile upgrade Q. I do not know if this is really an update or if he downloads the same version. In any case it is very very slow.
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CPU Spy giving me a similar report. CPU works full time or sleeps, not visiting other states. I will install Frills and check if anytihng changes.

I find a solution.
1) Root your phone
2) Install no frills cpu control
3) Set the frequency as :
4) Important : click on settings
5) Activate "prevent changes from others apps" (Otherwise the change will affect only a few seconds!)
The frequency is now well controlled according to the telephone usage. Finished the maximum frequency for reading mails and gain battery life!

I will try your advice today.
I installed Usemon and observed core by core activity and it seems device use first and second core most of the time and goes for 1.19 ghz directly. In case more power needed other cores are activated. Maybe they cared about number of active cores, not the freq steps at all.

ouigo said:
I find a solution.
1) Root your phone
2) Install no frills cpu control
3) Set the frequency as :
4) Important : click on settings
5) Activate "prevent changes from others apps" (Otherwise the change will affect only a few seconds!)
The frequency is now well controlled according to the telephone usage. Finished the maximum frequency for reading mails and gain battery life!
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Yes it worked. Half time 300, half time 1190 MHz recorded.

OWN S5030 / Idol 2 S 6050 / TCL S830U
Here in Chile this unit came with the "OWN" brand, model S5030, which is actually the same TCL brand, model S830U or Alcatel OneTouch, model 2S Idol. The point is that this model can not even Rooting. I tried with Root Towel and does not work. As I read, it is because my kernel is later than June 3.
I was disappointed that the 2 slots lower speakers are only for design, simulating stereo speakers, when in fact it is monoaurual only on the right speaker.
The interface is terrible, and it's not very customizable. Thanks to Nova Launcher is easier to use.
Finally, I highlight the screen and 4 cores. The 1GB memory is low and unable to do root, I can not install the Adaway, so the ads have me rotten.

Sorry to hear Root Towel does not work. It means if there will be an official update it might refuse to install or even if installs then no more root solution.
Rooting helped me to install Titanium, Xposed Installer (Gravitybox) and Viper4droid FX. Last one improves the sound output clearly. But yes ext. speakers are loud but Mono.
I use Nova Launcher, too.
Don't forget to try Qualcomm's BatteryGuru app for Snapdragon SoC.

It's good to know I'm not the only one with this phone
pckoloji said:
Sorry to hear Root Towel does not work. It means if there will be an official update it might refuse to install or even if installs then no more root solution.
Rooting helped me to install Titanium, Xposed Installer (Gravitybox) and Viper4droid FX. Last one improves the sound output clearly. But yes ext. speakers are loud but Mono.
I use Nova Launcher, too.
Don't forget to try Qualcomm's BatteryGuru app for Snapdragon SoC.
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Thanks for the answer. It's about time to have to get the root, so I must just wait a couple of months and Vroot friends or Towelroot they will succeed.
As data, yesterday I installed it on my computer the "Mobile Upgrade Q" software, version 4.6.5 from Alcatel page and it detected my phone without problems. After 2 and a half hours to get the "upgrade" from their servers (from China I guess), my phone was formatted and received exactly the same version as before: Android 4.3, Build JLS36C. I must admit that I breathed after that, and I could have left with a piece of brick. Relief.
It's good to know I'm not the only one with this phone. I will light a candle for the Root out soon. A hug and thanks again.

Hi everyone,
Please note an update is available from the phone (in France) (I have not tested with the PC software) but this is not an update to kitkat (4.3 still). She made me lose root and I can not put it back with towelroot. I have not seen any big changes, only a few details. I advise you not to do it ... unless you want to help me find a solution to reset the root!
So it is impossible to put the cpu setting with ... autonomy is not as good.

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Welcome to the club!
ouigo said:
Hi everyone,
Please note an update is available from the phone (in France) (I have not tested with the PC software) but this is not an update to kitkat (4.3 still). She made me lose root and I can not put it back with towelroot. I have not seen any big changes, only a few details. I advise you not to do it ... unless you want to help me find a solution to reset the root!
So it is impossible to put the cpu setting with ... autonomy is not as good.
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Vroot and Towelroot only works with the previous kernel version to 3 June. In my case, my phone already came with the updated kernel, so now you're like me, stuck for a while.
Having root again is only a matter of time so we just have to wait.
According to GSMArena, this phone will receive Kitkat, so hopefully our Chinese friends TCL (Alcatel) do not forget this model and check out the new version.

How Root Alcatel One Touch Idol 2 S (6050)
Finally I could Rooting my phone Alcatel OneTouch Idol 2 S (6050), also known as ÖWN S5030 and TCL S830U.
The steps are:
1. Go to: http://www.decker.su/2014/11/cwm-recovery-alcatel-ot-6036y-ot-6050y.html
2. Download package 'cwm_alcatel_6050y.7z'
3. Extract all files
4. Install ABD drivers from file 'AdbDriverInstaller.exe'
5. Put your device in FastBoot mode (turn it off, than, hold Volume Down + Power button. After Alcatel One Touch Idol 2S logo appears, release buttons)
6. If you did everything correctly - Alcatel logo will stay on screen. Plug in phone via USB.
7. Run file 'check_device.cmd'. If Ok, you can see "9e0eb10 fastboot" caption at bottom of command
window (digits can be other). If you see this caption - follow next step, if don't - check adb drivers.
8. Run file 'flash_recovery.cmd' to flash cwm. All done. To boot into CWM turn off power, and hold Volume Up and press Power.
9. Now the SuperSU. Go to : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/qa-alcatel-one-touch-idol-2-s-ot-6050y-t2902408/page2
10. Download file 'BETA-SuperSU-v2.42.zip' and copy to the phone
11. Flash ZIP with CWM
Source 1: http://www.decker.su/2014/11/cwm-recovery-alcatel-ot-6036y-ot-6050y.html)
Source 2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/qa-alcatel-one-touch-idol-2-s-ot-6050y-t2902408/page2

anyone have a captured OTA / know how to update to kk after rooting? getting failed, and don't have a stock firmware to restore to

Im interested in buying this phone so can anyone tell me if the processor is mediatek or quallcom.

jimmyoh said:
Im interested in buying this phone so can anyone tell me if the processor is mediatek or quallcom.
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Qualcomm
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Restl3ss said:
anyone have a captured OTA / know how to update to kk after rooting? getting failed, and don't have a stock firmware to restore to
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What did you try to update with, since there's no official update ?
And I have a backup of the 4.3 rom, you can restore the system partition with it

drattak said:
Qualcomm
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What did you try to update with, since there's no official update ?
And I have a backup of the 4.3 rom, you can restore the system partition with it
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Managed to update with alcatels PC tool. (Took 8 freaking hours to download)
On update - I'm using the 6050a which currently has kk. I managed to capture the ota from the tool and I'm gonna try releasing a zip for 6050y (AFAIK the hardware is the same, so should work fine if build.prop is edited accordingly. )

[Q] SIM2 data speed

Huawei reports SIM1 to support 2G/3G/4G and SIM2 2G only.
I wonder if SIM2 may work in 3G/4G at least when SIM1 is deactivated?

yes. some Chinese managed to hack 3/4G for sim2.
卡2开启4g
http://bbs.anzhi.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=9562207&fromuid=25626505
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anYone tested what soma900 mentioned above?
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More info.
The method involves flashing a custom cust.img. Or replace codes in local.prop.
Then sim1 and sim2 can be switched on an interface that any 1 use 4/3/2G the other stay with 2G.
Does not release more frequencies to any sim.
Does not support both sims on 3/4G. 1 must at 2G.
Update: did NOT work for me. I am on 2.3. Maybe need 3.0 to make it work.

yeah,it works,nice feature.
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yeah,it works,nice feature.
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Can you make a guide so we can try it also?

power off the phone, enter fastboot mode (while holding volume down insert usb cable and wait till fastboot screen appears), flash cust.img from link provided hereinafter using fastboot.exe and restart the phone.
all flashing at your own risk. original thread states it is for b310 and factory resets should be done before and after flashing. I did not do any resets, also I am not on b310 and it works w/o problem
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B91c3qL3qXr0V2VTbDVXRFpYZUk/edit?usp=docslist_api
p.s. don't hesitate to use thanks button if it works for you
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Hi nrpetons,
What ROM are you using? I have the L12 and I want to kick out the original huawei rom and your ROM it what I was looking for

It worked for me also
ROM 5.1.16 dev

I am on some custom chinese based on 5.2.1 for l02.
I believe it will work for l12 with any version of emui 3 roms.
link for my rom
http://bbs.anzhi.com/forum.php?mod=...age=1&filter=typeid&typeid=15409&typeid=15409
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Activate 4G on second sim without flashing cust.img
Important update on this hack !!!
I don`t know much about programming, but this is what I did to activate this option WITHOUT flashing the cust.img provided.
I edited local.prop and added the following lines at the end:
Code:
ro.config.dsda_single_rild=false
ro.hw_sglte_shareantenna=true
ro.lte_gsm_shareantenna=true
persist.radio.svlte_psshock=600,4,1200
persist.sys.dualcards=true
ro.config.hw_dts=true
ro.config.hw_nxp_eeapi=true
hw.npm.asyncntp=true
ro.config.distinguish_hspa=false
ro.config.hw_mirror_chip_v9r1=6
As I said, I don`t know much about hacking, maybe I added some extra lines, but those lines seemed related.
I also copied the file SUPLConfigParams.xml from the above cust.img because it had some LTE, GSM parameters modified. I have added this file to the post.
I confirm that the dual-active function is working.
So , for those with more experience about this, please update the above experience and tell us if there is something we should leave out.

maybe 2 line of codes are resposible
In a post many peaple experimented to change 2 line of codes to activate 4G on sim2. They succeeded.
http://bbs.anzhi.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=9563906&fromuid=25626505
in cust\unicomelectric\cn\prop\local.prop
Code:
ro.modem.type=6260
persist.sys.dualcards=true
It did not work for me because I am on 2.3. Has to be EMUI3.0.
@mihaipi one code in your lines. Are you on 2.3 or 3.0?
@Zentachi you can try.
.

@soma, I read that chinese thread. do u understand it that both card should be able to have 3g/4g in same time or one will always be 2g? than it would be just easier way of switching 3g/4g from sim1 to sim2 and vice versa compared to flashing cust.img...
btw, I am on emui 3 and have both lines
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@soma900
I tried that method with the two lines and it worked
@nrpetonr
I believe it is only to switch with sim card you want to operate on 4G
Maybe later someone will unlock 4G on both sim cards at the same time

soma900 said:
In a post many peaple experimented to change 2 line of codes to activate 4G on sim2. They succeeded.
http://bbs.anzhi.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=9563906&fromuid=25626505
in cust\unicomelectric\cn\prop\local.prop
Code:
ro.modem.type=6260
persist.sys.dualcards=true
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Thanks guys, this is indeed very interesting for many users, ie. those travelling often and needing to swap the cards physically often for having 3G connectivity. I can't see why on earth the option isn't built-in in the settings, if it's possible to swap hardware-wise..
I assume root is required for editing those lines. And then simply search that file and edit those lines. Is that it?

disciplinedhtc said:
Thanks guys, this is indeed very interesting for many users, ie. those travelling often and needing to swap the cards physically often for having 3G connectivity. I can't see why on earth the option isn't built-in in the settings, if it's possible to swap hardware-wise..
I assume root is required for editing those lines. And then simply search that file and edit those lines. Is that it?
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correct
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Does it works for Honor 6 Plus LTE version too?
I need to be sure before buying the device.
This is a very essential option for people travelling abroad or people who needs to switch off one sim at times (typicallly people who use one sim for work).
I really don't understand why it's not built-in, I am let down by Huawei.

nrpetonr said:
@soma, I read that chinese thread. do u understand it that both card should be able to have 3g/4g in same time or one will always be 2g? than it would be just easier way of switching 3g/4g from sim1 to sim2 and vice versa compared to flashing cust.img...
btw, I am on emui 3 and have both lines
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same effect. Only one sim can use 4/3G, another keep 2G. Advantage is that you can switch 2 sims via the interface. Otherwise one need to switch phone off, switch sim cards in 2 slots, turn phone on. kind of burden.
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soma900 said:
same effect. Only one sim can use 4/3G, another keep 2G. Advantage is that you can switch 2 sims via the interface. Otherwise one need to switch phone off, switch sim cards in 2 slots, turn phone on. kind of burden.
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Flight mode and then switch the card then flight mode off, so no need of switching phone off completely. But still it's something you'd rather avoid, especially when the hardware is made for it and Huawei left the option out.. Cause that Sim slot cover looks like going to tear apart..

soma900 said:
same effect. Only one sim can use 4/3G, another keep 2G. .
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What's the point in having 2 sim working in 4G at the same time if you can only use data from one sim at time?!?

[Q] Can APN settings now be edited on Lollipop versions?

I purchased this phone on eBay for use on a non-Verizon network (Rogers). Unfortunately, it seems that since the 4.4.3 OTA, APN settings cannot be manually entered, and the network preference list does not work with my SIM card (says it's full with 0 items, exactly like this). I've done a lot of reading, and I've seen lots of people complaining about the same issue, but it seems no solution has been found. Yes, I've flashed custom ROMs like ViperOneM8. I even tried editing build.prop as shown in a very old post here but that also failed. I also even tried to open the SQLite database to edit it manually, but had no luck there either.
SO now I'm wondering if the new OTA has re-enabled this (I doubt it, but I want to ask before I re-sell the phone!).

skittleys said:
I purchased this phone on eBay for use on a non-Verizon network (Rogers). Unfortunately, it seems that since the 4.4.3 OTA, APN settings cannot be manually entered, and the network preference list does not work with my SIM card (says it's full with 0 items, exactly like this). I've done a lot of reading, and I've seen lots of people complaining about the same issue, but it seems no solution has been found. Yes, I've flashed custom ROMs like ViperOneM8. I even tried editing build.prop as shown in a very old post here but that also failed. I also even tried to open the SQLite database to edit it manually, but had no luck there either.
SO now I'm wondering if the new OTA has re-enabled this (I doubt it, but I want to ask before I re-sell the phone!).
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Ota Has not landed yet. The answer when it does will be no. I can't see anything different on L than 4.4.4

dottat said:
Ota Has not landed yet. The answer when it does will be no. I can't see anything different on L than 4.4.4
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OTA has landed for most carriers at this point. Edit: I'm an idiot. We're talking about Verizon.
Are you running a ROM based on the dev-base?

skittleys said:
I purchased this phone on eBay for use on a non-Verizon network (Rogers). Unfortunately, it seems that since the 4.4.3 OTA, APN settings cannot be manually entered, and the network preference list does not work with my SIM card (says it's full with 0 items, exactly like this). I've done a lot of reading, and I've seen lots of people complaining about the same issue, but it seems no solution has been found. Yes, I've flashed custom ROMs like ViperOneM8. I even tried editing build.prop as shown in a very old post here but that also failed. I also even tried to open the SQLite database to edit it manually, but had no luck there either.
SO now I'm wondering if the new OTA has re-enabled this (I doubt it, but I want to ask before I re-sell the phone!).
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Hi @skittleys
I'm just as disappointed as you !
I've also tried everything, pretty much the same methods as you. I'm able to use HSPA+ on AT&T network (USA), just like before the f***** update to 4.4.4.
My problems are: no MMS, no group message, annyoing non verizon SIM icon.
For the rest everything perfect, what about you?

matheus zebu said:
Hi @skittleys
I'm just as disappointed as you !
I've also tried everything, pretty much the same methods as you. I'm able to use HSPA+ on AT&T network (USA), just like before the f***** update to 4.4.4.
My problems are: no MMS, no group message, annyoing non verizon SIM icon.
For the rest everything perfect, what about you?
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I have no data, no MMS. When trying data, the icons in the status bar claim I'm connected to H+, but when I actually go to a browser, I can't use the internet.

skittleys said:
I have no data, no MMS. When trying data, the icons in the status bar claim I'm connected to H+, but when I actually go to a browser, I can't use the internet.
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Did you try wipe cache partition ?
You said that tried Viper custom rom, did you tried another roms?

matheus zebu said:
Did you try wipe cache partition ?
You said that tried Viper custom rom, did you tried another roms?
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Yes.
I tried a CM11-based ROM, and it worked, presumably because CM bakes in a ton of APNs... unfortunately that ROM wouldn't recognize my SD card.
I'm debating flashing an L-based ROM, even though I'm worried about my work apps not working. However, I doubt the APN thing has been fixed...so...I feel stuck.
I really quite like this phone, but it's been such a hassle...

I have LolliGPE flashed on my M8, and it works fine - APN settings and everything. Of course S-Off (SunShine) is required, but it's required in order to get a ROM with APN settings.
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Also, seems like the Verizon HTC One M8 has a sizeable population over the border. I'm on Rogers Wireless too

PowerLemons said:
I have LolliGPE flashed on my M8, and it works fine - APN settings and everything. Of course S-Off (SunShine) is required, but it's required in order to get a ROM with APN settings.
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Hi,
I'm at my wits end with a Verizon M8 I bought last week on Swappa and brought to Brazil expecting it to work with my carrier here (Claro). In 5 days I've gotten weird results:
First 2 days of voice but no data (with a '?' over a SIM card icon in the notification bar)
Then 1 day of voice and data signal icon flashing up/down arrows, but no actual data connection
Now 2 days of no voice and no data (with an 'X' over the SIM card icon and voice signal icon)
I've talked to VZW for 2 hours total. Their answer: the phone is unblocked.
I've been to Claro 5 times. Their answer:
There is also the possibility that all HTC One M8s are blocked by the Brazilian government communication agency (ANATEL) under some new absurd anti-piracy law, even though the One S, V, and X are approved. However, other M8 owners in Brasil claim they are able to use it here no problem, even on 4G. So I don't get what the problem with mine is.
Is there a custom ROM, Lollipop or otherwise, someone can confirm will let me at least try to configure the APN manually?

hardboiledjuice said:
Hi,
I'm at my wits end with a Verizon M8 I bought last week on Swappa and brought to Brazil expecting it to work with my carrier here (Claro). In 5 days I've gotten weird results:
First 2 days of voice but no data (with a '?' over a SIM card icon in the notification bar)
Then 1 day of voice and data signal icon flashing up/down arrows, but no actual data connection
Now 2 days of no voice and no data (with an 'X' over the SIM card icon and voice signal icon)
I've talked to VZW for 2 hours total. Their answer: the phone is unblocked.
I've been to Claro 5 times. Their answer:
There is also the possibility that all HTC One M8s are blocked by the Brazilian government communication agency (ANATEL) under some new absurd anti-piracy law, even though the One S, V, and X are approved. However, other M8 owners in Brasil claim they are able to use it here no problem, even on 4G. So I don't get what the problem with mine is.
Is there a custom ROM, Lollipop or otherwise, someone can confirm will let me at least try to configure the APN manually?
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Further woes might even include the nv settings for the vzw phone not support the bands used by the carrier there.
you cannot edit them manually.. If your new carrier's APN doesn't show up in the list.. you are going to have one hell of a time making it work. Your best bet if possible is to downgrade the OS back to 4.4.2 and try that as you can edit the APNs on that OS.
OR flash CM or a rom that supports manual apn.

dottat said:
Further woes might even include the nv settings for the vzw phone not support the bands used by the carrier there.
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I got confirmation that the device is compatible with local carrier band frequency. I've chatted elsewhere with owners of VZW M8s who successfully got their devices to work on Brazilian carriers. (On 4.4.2 coincidentally)
dottat said:
OR flash CM or a rom that supports manual apn.
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I talked to an HTC rep today who simply advised I try a different chip. I also want to flash a rom with manual APN as you suggest. I can't easily find out which ROMs have that feature, though. So you say CM does, even the latest version of CM?

hardboiledjuice said:
I got confirmation that the device is compatible with local carrier band frequency. I've chatted elsewhere with owners of VZW M8s who successfully got their devices to work on Brazilian carriers. (On 4.4.2 coincidentally)
I talked to an HTC rep today who simply advised I try a different chip. I also want to flash a rom with manual APN as you suggest. I can't easily find out which ROMs have that feature, though. So you say CM does, even the latest version of CM?
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Yeah.. that's why i mentioned both CM and 4.4.2. Now I can't be certain, but I have heard that some roms like venom have expanded APN support as well. Best bet is to get that think s-off if you can and start doing some trial and error. The toughest part might be getting that thing s-off'd. Can't go any further until you got that.

dottat said:
Yeah.. that's why i mentioned both CM and 4.4.2. Now I can't be certain, but I have heard that some roms like venom have expanded APN support as well. Best bet is to get that think s-off if you can and start doing some trial and error. The toughest part might be getting that thing s-off'd. Can't go any further until you got that.
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I've got the phone bootloader unlocked/s-off already, so I'm ready to flash. I would just like some confirmations of roms that definitely keep the apn editing in. From the looks of it, e.g. here, CM12 does not have manual APN settings.

well i use this phone in india on a GSM network. .initially when i flashed the stock 5.0.1 FUU version mobile data wasnt working. .however i was able to add the apn maually for mobile data. .however your sim and network should get detected first as soon as you put the sim in

Anyone try adding the apn build.prop lines from gpe/cm/aosp to the build.prop of a sense rom?

enigma2446 said:
Anyone try adding the apn build.prop lines from gpe/cm/aosp to the build.prop of a sense rom?
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enigma2446 - That's an interesting thought. Can you post the apn lines?

Question How to get Wifi Calling on Freedom Mobile

Hi,
I am using Freedom Mobile in Canada and bought the Sony XPERIA 5 III 5G XQ-BQ72. This is a taiwanese dual sim.
The basic services work but the enhanced services don't. I checked before hand and knew that to be the case but having read forums I thought I might be able to get it working.
First I tried @Gigio755 advice here https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/xq-at52-volte-or-wifi-calling-in-canada.4128611/
Where you dial dial *#*#4636#*#* and switch Vowifi on. But the thing is greyed out
Next I tried was @BSPI advice here
https://www.reddit.com/r/freedommobile/comments/bg5x3c
That's where you text *#243203855# then choose GLW, but I get MMI error.
I've also tried @f1v12 advice here
https://www.reddit.com/r/galaxys10/comments/dbf1lj
Where you text #272<your phone's imei number># but also get MMI error
To fix the MMI error I tried following https://www.technobezz.com/fix-connection-problem-invalid-mmi-code/
These didn't work, but specifically I couldn't try method 3, Turn on IMS over SMS because my IMS is not registered
Following @sooki99 here
https://www.reddit.com/r/freedommobile/comments/c331l5
I tried to register an apn type ims, but got an error saying Freedom does not allow adding apn type IMS.
I've contacted tech support with Freedom, they said they registered my IMEI. They also said they don't need to provision my IMEI so I'm not sure what registering they did.
So, I'm wondering what the next thing to try is. Is there a way to fix the MMI error so I can at least send dial codes?
I was thinking of flashing the US firmware next, does anyone know if that works? I know I'd loose the dual sim support (on a side note, why is that?), but does anyone know if that would help?

I have also the problem with wifi calling feature with Israeli operator. The feature on the network side activated, and they checked it with the phone number. They told me they don't need IMEI for wifi calling, and if the phone supports it, the option should appear on the phone''s menu, but it doesn't appear.
I got the phone from UK, it's dual sim model XQ-BQ52
Any ideas?

Hi @dima_vy
First thing to try would be the firmware flashing. You can do this without rooting or boot unlocking.
Get xperifirm and newflasher. There's a few customizations for XQ-BQ52 you can try without messing up your phone. I have the XQ-BQ72, and when I tried the 52 firmwares, the phone works but the modem connects and disconnects continuously so I doubt you'll find a working solution from the 72's.
But...
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it really looks like you need:
The phone having the necessary MBN files for the mobile carrier in question
The SIM having VoLTE provisioned by the carrier in question
It really seems you need Sony to include these files on their updates, which they are unlikely to do in countries they did not release the phone. BTW, if you ask Sony they will blame the carrier.
So, I think the next thing to try is with a root, following @astracd guide for the onplus 5: https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/oneplus-5-5t-freedom-mobile-wind-wifi-calling-and-volte.880807/
You need to root, and try replacing the mbn files from the pixel 4 (assuming they have the israili customizatins). It's an older modem. but that doesn't seem to be a problem.
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I couldn't get my superuser to work (so must not have been rooted properly), so I couldn't continue testing other mbn files. I'd love to hear if someone has success with this method though.

mavicanuck said:
You need to root, and try replacing the mbn files from the pixel 4 (assuming they have the israili customizatins). It's an older modem. but that doesn't seem to be a problem.
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mbn file must be for the phone with same chipset.
Pixel 4 uses Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 and Sony Xperia 5 III SM8350 Snapdragon 888. So pixel mbn file will not work with this phone.

OK, I see guys, thank you for advises. I don't see any Israeli versions on any other models... I will try to do more research.

PHHs AOSP GSI based ROMs will have a way to force VoLTE and WiFi Calls on any way. If You can live with AOSP, that will BE the easy way (possibly)

I read today about android 12 coming to Xperia 5 iii, may be it will fix the issue

I just checked again, and there is a global version for XQ-BQ52 with CID 23365115. Is there a way to check what firmware i have exactly installed?

Android 12 didn't fix VoWifi issue

Hi,
I've seen there's now a USA customization out. Does anyone know if that will work on Freedom in Canada?

mavicanuck said:
Hi,
I've seen there's now a USA customization out. Does anyone know if that will work on Freedom in Canada?
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Unlikely. Sony does not have Wi-Fi Calling on AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon.
They only had Wi-Fi Calling on the XZ1 Compact on T-Mobile. Literally just one phone on one network in all their history.

There is a version for global market for XQ-BQ52. May be this one will work?
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Problems like this make it harder to consider future Xperia phones. I would happily buy the Xperia 1 IV but no volte means it's not worth buying

Hazzay88 said:
Problems like this make it harder to consider future Xperia phones. I would happily buy the Xperia 1 IV but no volte means it's not worth buying
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The main issue that in some time mobile operators will shut down the 3G networks, and phone without VoLte simply won't work...

Thats exactly
dima_vy said:
The main issue that in some time mobile operators will shut down the 3G networks, and phone without VoLte simply won't work...
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That's exactly the issue we face. I have the Xperia 1 II and flashed SEA firmware to get volte working but I don't think I will have the same success with Xperia 1 IV.
I would definitely buy the Xperia 1 IV if I know volte will work. It's an expensive phone and having no volte will make the phone useless once 3G network is shut which is imminent now

Hazzay88 said:
Thats exactly
That's exactly the issue we face. I have the Xperia 1 II and flashed SEA firmware to get volte working but I don't think I will have the same success with Xperia 1 IV.
I would definitely buy the Xperia 1 IV if I know volte will work. It's an expensive phone and having no volte will make the phone useless once 3G network is shut which is imminent now
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I have now Xperia 5 iii, and I'm not sure that there is any firmware that will allow me to use volte and vowifi in Israel. According to Sony, as they don't sell phones here, they won't provide firmware which will support these functions in Israel... Israeli ministry of communications allows operators to shut down 3g networks in 2025 I think. I expect this phone to work more. My previous Xperia x worked 4.5 years.
So I just hope that there will be a way to use Sony phones in the future

If the Xperia 1 IV doesn't have success I will get the Pixel 7 Pro as that is locally available which volte/ WiFi calling will work out of the box. However I prefer Xperia 1 IV but not going to pay for a phone with limited features. 3G network will start to shutdown this year for Australian network operators