No update yet on s3 classic 4g verizon model
Yep, probably like phones, carrier models are usually last since they have to get carrier approval on uodates.
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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.
Other than the obvious answers such as carrier branding and bloat, are there any disadvantages this time around for getting a carrier S6? I'm specifically talking about the AT&T variant which tends be $80-100 less than the T-Mobile and global variants. Last year, I remember the AT&T S5 had issues with rooting that don't seem to be apparent on the S6 due to the similar hardware among variants. Also, it appears that roms can be flashed to the AT&T S6, quite unlike the S5 at this time last year. So is there really any disadvantage, hardware and software-wise, to not save the money and get the carrier variant this time? All I can really think of is software updates, but I'm considering a few roms at the moment anyway, so that might not matter.
I think the international model will receive more support, the at&t version will get rooted, definitely, but it might not get as custom roms as the international model, or it will not get updates such fast, I dont know why the tmobile version got 5.1.1 before the international but my friend t mobile sgs4 havent recieved lollipop yet, i think they receive updates slower..
Quick background story, I've been using an HTC phone since the M7, and owned all the M Flagships and currently using an AT&T Branded M9. My wife is currently using a AT&T branded Galaxy S5. I really liked how open my HTC phones are, and all 3 of them had been able to be Fully SIM Unlocked, S-OFF, and can run any compatible ROM. The AT&T Branded GS5 of course only can use AT&T Software and its been a pain waiting on AT&T for patches and updates.
We're planning to replace them both with new Galaxy S7s and since we're planning to buy them outright, my question is which one should we buy? From I read it looks like all units have the same hardware, but the TMO variants seems to at least have the bootloader unlocked and should be SIM Unlocked if I bought it outright.
Our basic requirements.
- Sim unlocked(able)
- Bootloader Unlocked(able)
- Able to use Android Pay/Samsung Pay in the USA
- Rooting is nice but not required, and as long as it don't break A.Pay/S.Pay
- Able to work on AT&T with little or no issue (not missing any LTE Bands, etc)
- Open to get the Exynos model if can still support A.Pay/S.Pay in USA and elsewhere.
- Able to flash debloated or custom ROMs if needed
Its been awhile since i did any work on any Samsung Phones, so I don't know if its just as easy to flash ROMs and Recoveries like my HTCs
Thanks for any feedback on the matter.
You want the tmo version.
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You want the tmo version.
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It figures as much. How easy or difficult is it to flash non-carrier rom? I know people are just started getting their S7s, did the s6 have any issues with flashing a clean rom and keeping all A.Pay and S.Pay?
There's no development currently on these phones since the sources haven't dropped yet since the phone hasn't technically launched, after mar 11 samsung will release some sources.
If you're looking to remove bloat on non-rooted phones your only options is this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ospolice.packagedisablerpro&hl=en with a rooted rom android/samsung pay wont work.
Last year with the S6 I know for sure the international versions worked just fine with AT&T's LTE network. But last year all models used the same modem (Shanon 333), but this year the international version and the U.S. version are different and both have integrated modem and that throws in an uncertainty. I see no reason why the International versions worked last year with Samsung's modem but not this year, but until someone reports with first-hand experience I would not pull the trigger on the international version (Exynos).
I used SM-G920I (S6) and SM-G928G (S6 Edge+) and both worked flawlessly on AT&T's network.
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Last year with the S6 I know for sure the international versions worked just fine with AT&T's LTE network. But last year all models used the same modem (Shanon 333), but this year the international version and the U.S. version are different and both have integrated modem and that throws in an uncertainty. I see no reason why the International versions worked last year with Samsung's modem but not this year, but until someone reports with first-hand experience I would not pull the trigger on the international version (Exynos).
I used SM-G920I (S6) and SM-G928G (S6 Edge+) and both worked flawlessly on AT&T's network.
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Are you able to use Android pay or Samsung pay on those International models? Thanks
Goofytek said:
Are you able to use Android pay or Samsung pay on those International models? Thanks
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No.
Edit: Oh, wait. Android Pay = Yes, Samsung Pay = No.
lopri said:
No.
Edit: Oh, wait. Android Pay = Yes, Samsung Pay = No.
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Hmmm, still missing out on Samsung Pay eh, I wonder if there would be a non-carrier version of the phone we can get in the states with full support of all avaliable features and services. :fingers-crossed:
I'd like to bump this old thread for updates now that the S7 has been around for some time. I'm looking to get an S7, and it looks like the G930U variant might be the one to get now- is that right? I have the same requirements as the original poster, but I'll list them anyway:
-Able to work on AT&T with no issue (I read somewhere that some aspects of AT&T LTE are not supported? What impact does this have?)
-root is required (is it true that rooting prevents being able to encrypt the phone?)
-no bloat or bloat is removable (seems this is the main benefit of G930U?)
-SD card slot (seems like all US models have the SD card slot?)
Are there different versions of the G930U? Is this, for example, the right one: http://a.co/6QgYIxA ?
Thanks
I have a Verizon model Great S2, never activated, only used via BT. Can it be activated in T-Mobile? Do I need to get it unlocked?
Thanks.
I also have the Verizon model and was told the same but not sure since I myself haven't tried to activate the watch.
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I'm also wondering about the radio. Do the different models have different modems, and since the Verizon one has a CDMA modem, is it incompatible with T-Mobile bands?
If you look at Network Mode you'll see WCDMA/GSM (auto connect) so I'm guessing you could, I would check to see if yours is the same, which I wouldn't be surprised if it was. I have a 2nd hand Gear S2 that was bought from TMO. Then again, what do I know since I was too chicken to buy a Verizon one to find out before buying the one I have.
OK, I live chatted with Samsung and called their support phone line. According to both, the carrier versions are carrier locked, and cannot be unlocked. So, no switching between carriers. They told me I'll need to buy another Gear S2 if I want to move to another carrier.
If the Verizon version is capable of LTE then it should be carrier unlocked out of the box just like their phones. It was part of the stipulation for them to be able to buy the extra spectrum they bought a while back.
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Anyone tried to Verizon Gear S2 on a GSM network (AT&T or T-mobile)?
Just bought a Gear S2 for $99 refurbished and thinking maybe I should have bought GSM because or worldwide compatibility.
None of the Gear S2 have LTE which is carrier compatible. Verizon Sprint have CDMA 3G and AT&T and T-Mobile have GSM 3G.
Nextstep said:
Anyone tried to Verizon Gear S2 on a GSM network (AT&T or T-mobile)?
Just bought a Gear S2 for $99 refurbished and thinking maybe I should have bought GSM because or worldwide compatibility.
None of the Gear S2 have LTE which is carrier compatible. Verizon Sprint have CDMA 3G and AT&T and T-Mobile have GSM 3G.
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I just bought one too for 99.... Android Police?
blakedunc235 said:
I just bought one too for 99.... Android Police?
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Yup, bought two one for wife. Will probably use it as a wifi/bluetooth watch.
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Yup, bought two one for wife. Will probably use it as a wifi/bluetooth watch.
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Same here, I heard its only like 10$ to activate it though, ill just see
Same here, saw the android police article and bought a Verizon one to replace my wife's broken fitbit. Im wondering how much more I'll have to pay monthly or to activate.
Can it be used on a sister company of version like straight talk
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I attempted it yesterday, apperantly verizons model doesn't have an esim number so it can't be used.
derrickmd18 said:
Can it be used on a sister company of version like straight talk
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I activated my S2 Verizon on Page Plus. Put a $10 pin on it that will last 120 days.
$0.10/min talk, $0.05 text, $0.10 meg data.
Given my experience with the Gear S this is enough for my needs when I'm occasionally without my phone.
jb
JB can you say more on how you got it activated I'm on Page Plus? Something like that would be perfect for me. Just order a T-mobile S2 Classic. Thanks.
Are there carrier delays for firmware updates like with regular phones? My ATT S3 has yet to receive Samsung's latest firmware. I play not, ATT is a joke when it comes to firmware timing.
Yes there are usually delays with the carrier models. I have the Gear S2 and S3 on T-Mobile. I have always gotten updates for the S2 a little while after the wifi versions got the Samsung update.
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Are there carrier delays for firmware updates like with regular phones? My ATT S3 has yet to receive Samsung's latest firmware. I play not, ATT is a joke when it comes to firmware timing.
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Carriers are mostly slower to release firmware updates but sometimes faster.
From Nov of 2015 to Nov of 2016 for my AT&T Gear S2 3G, all firmware updates except for one came later than the unlocked Gear S2 models. AT&T was faster than Verizon & T-Mobile though.
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Carriers are mostly slower to release firmware updates but sometimes faster.
From Nov of 2015 to Nov of 2016 for my AT&T Gear S2 3G, all firmware updates except for one came later than the unlocked Gear S2 models. AT&T was faster than Verizon & T-Mobile though.
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So Gear S3 updates will come from the carrier as opposed to straight from Samsung?
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So Gear S3 updates will come from the carrier as opposed to straight from Samsung?
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Yes the carrier controls our firmware, think of it just like most cell phones. Usually the manufacturer releases an update and then each carrier will adapt it into their next firmware update. Right now only AT&T and T-Mobile have the LTE version of the S3. We will see which carrier releases an update first.
Who cares who releases 1st, they both take forever compared to Samsung, ugh! Combined with a $25 monthly (with taxes) on AT&T I'm leaning towards returning for LTE-less
Where's AT&T's update?!!