I've been with T-Mobile ever since John Legere took over and feel like the company keeps improving under his care.
We just recently updated some of our phones / plans causing us to upgrade one phone to the Galaxy S5 and we got the Alcatel Pop7 tablet as a freebie.
Oddly enough, both devices came rooted.
I checked around to make sure T-Mobile isn't advertising this as a new thing or talking about it, but found nothing. The two devices didn't even come from the same location. The phone was new in box (all tags) from a store and the tablet came from their distribution site in Kentucky via UPS.
To be clear, they are rooted, but they did require installation of SuperSU.
Has anyone else encountered this on new T-Mobile devices?
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I am having a data connection issue with my verizon s3 and battling verizon support.
My phone has
Baseband Version
I535VRLF2
and a friend has
Baseband Version
I535VRLG1
Exact same Samsung Galaxy S3 from Verizon.
Yet Verizon says that the G1 version does not exist.
I just want to reach through the phone and strangle someone.
How can they deny that there are two versions *GROWLS*
PolarBearMI said:
I am having a data connection issue with my verizon s3 and battling verizon support.
My phone has
Baseband Version
I535VRLF2
and a friend has
Baseband Version
I535VRLG1
Exact same Samsung Galaxy S3 from Verizon.
Yet Verizon says that the G1 version does not exist.
I just want to reach through the phone and strangle someone.
How can they deny that there are two versions *GROWLS*
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Did you pre-order yours and the friend get there's after launch? VRLF2 was what was launched on the pre-ordered and early launch devices. Devices ordered later have the "updated" sticker and come with VRLG1 and apparently removed universal search due to apple whining. IMO the VRLG1 baseband is crap compared to the VRLF2 one especially in low signal areas.
I am happy that you posted and cleared up that version issue with me.
Currently my issue is that at work in a solid 4G area, there is a 3G extender however my data connection cycles through 3G, 1X and no connection. It is extremely frustrating. However my friend's phone doesn't have that issue.
I don't understand how verizon can deny that G1 exists. I have had this issue since getting my pre-order (7/9/12).
Forgot to mention that the pre-order phone was replaced so now I'm wondering why I didn't get the "after launch" G1 phone.
So I called verizon today again and asked for the I535VRLG1 version.
Was told that they
do not have it
can't sent it
do not support it
The verizon phone I see it on much be rooted or hacked.
Yea cause my company rooted all the phones before handing them out to their employees.
Amazes me verizon gets away with this crap.
Hello All,
I just purchased a Galaxy S6 today. Previously I have used (and loved!) the OnePlus One. I was actually hoping to upgrade to the OP3 here soon. However, a new job, a new town, and apparently a new phone. The only service that works where I live is Verizon. OP phones are not compatible with Verizon. :crying::crying::crying: So I must retire my poor baby and move onto a inferior product (based on how 'easy' it has been to install a custom ROM).
When I was doing the OP1, it was easy. I could do it in my sleep. The GS6 on the other hand, I can't even find a method of installing TWRP which actually works. I know that Total Wireless uses Verizon towers so I imagine that I basically have a Verizon phone. Is this possible with this phone?
I really can't stand the version of Android that is installed on this thing. Plus the bloat ware is making me sick already. HELP!!!!
Blenderite said:
Hello All,
I just purchased a Galaxy S6 today. Previously I have used (and loved!) the OnePlus One. I was actually hoping to upgrade to the OP3 here soon. However, a new job, a new town, and apparently a new phone. The only service that works where I live is Verizon. OP phones are not compatible with Verizon. :crying::crying::crying: So I must retire my poor baby and move onto a inferior product (based on how 'easy' it has been to install a custom ROM).
When I was doing the OP1, it was easy. I could do it in my sleep. The GS6 on the other hand, I can't even find a method of installing TWRP which actually works. I know that Total Wireless uses Verizon towers so I imagine that I basically have a Verizon phone. Is this possible with this phone?
I really can't stand the version of Android that is installed on this thing. Plus the bloat ware is making me sick already. HELP!!!!
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Sorry, no way to root a Verizon S6.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA-Developers mobile app
Can you recommend a good phone like the OP phones that are Verizon compatible?
Nexus 6p will work.
So a couple years back on Black Friday I bought a Samsung Galaxy S4 from Cricket Wireless at a price of $200 and at first I felt like I got a great deal. I thought I was going to get the AT&T branded S4 (i337), but instead I got an obscure Cricket branded S4 (i337z). I was frustrated when the AT&T version received the update to lollipop but mine didn't. I'm looking to buy a new phone and have been doing a little research into it, but I still have a few questions.
1. Are unlocked cell phones more likely to get an android OS update than a carrier branded phone? Do they get them faster?
2. If I bought an unlocked Samsung or a Google Nexus, would I be able to update the OS without a Carrier OTA?
3. I've heard that Samsung & Google are now offering monthly security updates, do they rely on the carrier to push these updates or does it update directly from Samsung/Google? Will I still receive these security updates on a prepaid carrier like Cricket?
4. Are carrier branded phones even worth considering in your opinion?
Thank you for your time, and sorry for the newb questions.
Anyone have anything at all to add to this thread?
I thought perhaps this was an obvious question, but after hours of searching I'm unable to confirm if I can use an new cellular tablet as wifi-only? Specifically the older Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE Verizon (SM-P605-VZKE with Verizon branding). There's lots of cheap refurbs on the market, and the specs are still solid, even by today's standards.
I've seen countless activation bypasses on youtube, but none for this particular device (press four corners then volume-down to skip cellular activation screen).
I'm not a cell-phone person, don't even own one, but I'm android proficient, comortable rooting/flashing tablets, plus a computer science degree and decades of experience with Linux.. just no phone knowledge. My wife has an active Verizon sim card fwiw, and I'd like to update it to Lollipop (which appears to be an OTA update).
thanks for any hints.. I really did search around first for this answer,
--edfardos
edfardos said:
I thought perhaps this was an obvious question, but after hours of searching I'm unable to confirm if I can use an new cellular tablet as wifi-only? Specifically the older Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE Verizon (SM-P605-VZKE with Verizon branding). There's lots of cheap refurbs on the market, and the specs are still solid, even by today's standards.
I've seen countless activation bypasses on youtube, but none for this particular device (press four corners then volume-down to skip cellular activation screen).
I'm not a cell-phone person, don't even own one, but I'm android proficient, comortable rooting/flashing tablets, plus a computer science degree and decades of experience with Linux.. just no phone knowledge. My wife has an active Verizon sim card fwiw, and I'd like to update it to Lollipop (which appears to be an OTA update).
thanks for any hints.. I really did search around first for this answer,
--edfardos
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Greetings and welcome to assist. It should be possible to use it as a wifi only tablet yes, some roms require a sim card inserted (it doesn't need to be an active one so any would do) but this is easily fixes with a csc edit
Good Luck
Sawdoctor
I've owned a few phones, notably my long-time companion Note 4 (TMobile). Recently my office announced they're flipping our TMobile account to Sprint. We get a "new" phone but not quite cutting edge... though a Note 5 seems a nice move forward despite the loss of removable battery and extra sd-card slot. But can someone explain to me the strangely unpopulated page here compared to the Note 4's page (or even the One Plus 2 page, where actual Oreo roms are popping up like weeds)? Is it all about the Exynos chip, or Sprint, or what? There's a dearth of new development going on here compared to my other two phones and I'm baffled. Thanks....
The 920P it is not very compatible. Being just a USA phone, It doesn't get enough attention from developers*. All Note5 and S6 phones are Exynos, but the Sprint models just have poor support. And they are also 3 years old.
*The Sprint model doesn't work very well outside the Americas (continent)
cachanilla86 said:
The 920P it is not very compatible. Being just a USA phone, It doesn't get enough attention from developers*. All Note5 and S6 phones are Exynos, but the Sprint models just have poor support. And they are also 3 years old.
*The Sprint model doesn't work very well outside the Americas (continent)
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Well, that's not what I want to hear. Tell me something comforting! HAHAHAHA.
If at some stage I want to unlock the phone (say in 8 months or less when TMobile and Sprint merge) will it have all the hardware inside it to function as a TMobile or other provider's phone? Incl. LTE, wifi calling, and the rest?
shonkin said:
If at some stage I want to unlock the phone (say in 8 months or less when TMobile and Sprint merge) will it have all the hardware inside it to function as a TMobile or other provider's phone? Incl. LTE, wifi calling, and the rest?
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I don't think so, this being a carrier specific model it is very limited so you can't use it elsewhere. In Mexico I get LTE with the most popular carrier and some other people in Vietnam and India. You can wait to see if it works for you.
I did find this thread on sprint that discusses unlocking (domestically) the Sprint Note 5 for use as a GSM phone (TMobile, AT&T and the like). At some point it may be of use to me or someone else...
https://community.sprint.com/t5/Sam...ng-Note-5-for-Domestic-use-on-GSM/td-p/960238
I did finally get the Sprint Note 5, by the way.... first thing I noticed is that compared to my old Note 4 its battery life *sucks*. But such a nice phone otherwise, despite no switchable battery or microsd slot. (I solved the latter to a degree by getting a 64gb version of the phone).
I unlocked my Note5 via a paid service...
Hello to Everyone:
This is my first post so please don't hold it against me. Thank you in advance.
I used the unlock service of idoneapps.com. it ran $35. Opted for the debranding option as well but skipped the MetroPCS option.
My phone is no longer Sprint branded and got rid of their bloatware. TWRP with SuperSu installed and I can pull out my T-Mobile SIM out and put in an AT&T SIM in and it works seamlessly.
Get access to the hidden menu and hotspot is unlocked while I get to manually select, (if desired), WDCMA, GSM, etc... Connects at LTE and the wireless switching works great. WiFi hotspot also works great.
Couldn't be more pleased as I also can turn off anything as the package comes with an app manager. It is great not to have Facebook, Snapchat, or the Sprint crud running. No more stupid Sprint boot animation.
I am currently running a Samsung branded Nougat 920P that I had my own IMEI number generated TWRP let's me access the recovery mode and let's me flash perfectly.
XPosed is installed with, AdAway 3.3, ViperFX 6.5.0.5, YouTube ad blocker, rootcloak. Upgraded to SuperSu pro however I still haven't managed to go systemless.
I play Crash Fever so I am stupid and actually spend money that game so my Google Play code redeeming works fine. Samsung Pay won't ever work because of rooting but oh well... ACMarket, MS office mobile, the Samsung Suite of apps, and all the S-Pen features work seemlessly.
Anyways, I hope I didn't violate any rules by my posting as I love XDA as this community is phenomenal.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask me as I would be glad to field any questions or facilitate details as may be needed.
Eagerly awaiting an Oreo update.
Gellybean777