Big lesson learned: always check to make sure that the house you're about to buy has broadband. We didn't and we're screwed.
So, I'm looking for a ROM for the S8 / S8+ (even the S7) that I can use as a hotspot for our house. I have one of the old Sprint unlimited plans that I'm going to use to provide internet to our house. What I need is a ROM with a good tether app that gets good LTE performance / speed. Can anyone recommend anything.
I'm going to be upgrading my old non-functioning Motorola Moto X Pure so I'm flexible on the phone. But, Sprint does have some decent upgrade options available on the S7, S8, S8+.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I currently use a MyTouch3g with Cyanogenmod 6.2, and I'm wanting to get a new phone. 6.2 on the MT is really sluggish and often runs out of memory (I have a bunch of apps that crash to desktop upon launch, unless I run them right after rebooting). I'm going to be switching from AT&T to Sprint, so myself and my fiance have our cellphones under the same plan. Now, from the looks of things, a lot of the phones that Sprint recently had, like the Evo 4g, and Evo 3d, have been dropped (at least from the website, but scuttlebutt I've read is that they may still be found in stores). I'm wanting to keep with HTC if possible, and something supported by Cyanogenmod. Those aren't hard and fast, but just things I would like. Is there any recommendations?
Of the ones on the Sprint Website, the Samsung Conquer seems like it would fit the bill for usage (stock android interface, rootable, affordable), but it seems like there is no custom roms for it currently.
keithabrown said:
I currently use a MyTouch3g with Cyanogenmod 6.2, and I'm wanting to get a new phone. 6.2 on the MT is really sluggish and often runs out of memory (I have a bunch of apps that crash to desktop upon launch, unless I run them right after rebooting). I'm going to be switching from AT&T to Sprint, so myself and my fiance have our cellphones under the same plan. Now, from the looks of things, a lot of the phones that Sprint recently had, like the Evo 4g, and Evo 3d, have been dropped (at least from the website, but scuttlebutt I've read is that they may still be found in stores). I'm wanting to keep with HTC if possible, and something supported by Cyanogenmod. Those aren't hard and fast, but just things I would like. Is there any recommendations?
Of the ones on the Sprint Website, the Samsung Conquer seems like it would fit the bill for usage (stock android interface, rootable, affordable), but it seems like there is no custom roms for it currently.
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I (W)ouldn't switch to Sprint, (T)hey whore out their network. IMO TMobile is better than Sprint, but i(F) you do not have good signal for TMO (although they have wifi calling for areas with bad signal) you might as well use Boost or Virgin who are on Sprint's network. But I guess you were already on TMO at some point if you have a MyTouch
My fiance has sprint, and is currently mid contract with them. She also doesn't have any issues with them. My contract with AT&T has expired, I'm having problems with my phone, and with my service (Texts to and from me never arriving, or getting messages and voicemail long after they were sent). My fiance hasn't had any issues with Sprint's service, just with her phone (Optimus S) and only after the gingerbread upgrade. My friends with Sprint are in the same boat with her, good service. A friend of mine has Tmobile currently and he frequently has issues where his phone will drop him from 4G down to 2G (totally bypassing 3G), even while sitting docked at his desk. He's on his second TMobile phone, and still having the same issues. My experience with Tmobile is that their reception blows in the area I live (such as reception dropping to zero and remaining totally disconnected for the last five miles on my way home). Also, because my phone would be added to my fiance's existing plan, I'd only be spending $30 a month for her shared minutes, & unlimited data, and texts. If I went with Boost or Virgin, I'd be spending more.
So, AT&T problems. Tmobile Problems. Verizon, Boost, and Virgin would all cost more. You even make mention that I likely had Tmobile and moved away from them because I am not currently on tmobile, despite having a Tmobile phone. Why don't we get things back on topic, to where I can simply get some recommendations for Sprint, rather than getting me onto another network or company? Also, why do you randomly encapsulate and capitalize letters?
If you want to stick with HTC get an evo 4g lte, pretty much your only option right now, and as it's sprints version of the one x its a damn good one. I can't say for sure that its supported by cyanogenmod as I haven't looked in that forum, but would be shocked if it wasn't already/on the way soon given the popularity of the device. Personally I'm waiting for sprint to get the galaxy s3, but that's just a matter of personal preference as it and the one x are pretty similar spec-wise...
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I hope that this is the right area to post, if it is not I am sorry and please move it. Thank you!
So, I am heading off to college and I want to get a smart phone. But I am way too cheap to pay for a data plan from a major carrier.
I currently have a Net10 brick phone and use their $30 for 60 days cards. So, I am essentially paying a $15/month service. I like the idea of Net10's "bring your own phone" plan that is $50/month with unlimited everything.
I have decided that what ever phone I may get, it needs to be under $250, run Android 4+, have a dual-core 1GHz or higher, and have 4G capability.
Now, I really like the Samsung Galaxy S2 and I can get one from eBay used for around $250, but I found the BLU Quattro 4.5 for $240 and it looks like one heck of a phone for the price. So my question is, which one should I get, or should I get something else?
Thank you,
saleenman95
I just received the Blu Quattro 4.5 from Amazon. It's a great phone, crazy fast. It doesn't support 4G LTE, but I'm pretty sure it will work on Tmobile's H+ 4G, haven't tried it yet though. Also Tmobile now does unlimited plans with 500MB data for $50/month no contract.
I see what the development for the Blu Quattro is and compare things like micro SD and removeable battery. If you're buying the phone yourself I think being able to replace the battery will really extend the life of the device and save you trouble. I'd check the bands against your provider and service area.
Just taking a peek, the SII has multiple 4.2.2 ROMs. Another quick look doesn't really turn up anything for the other phone. Something like re-flashing the stock ROM can save you in some situations even if you haven't used custom ROMs. Things can go wrong.
T-Mobile still has the 100min/unlimited text/5Gb 4G data plan through WAL*MART if that's enough minutes for you or you'd be able to call over VOIP (data or wifi) to extend that.
Boost mobile .....the plans shrink as you pay on time and the phone are pretty cheap....unlimited everything
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Greetings all.
Not 100% sure if this is the right area but I have to start somewhere.
Currently with AT&T and have been for many years. I am now settling down in one area and AT&T sucks in the area. Sprint is the logical choice since blanket coverage and others are happy with Sprint..
Going the the new Sprint $60 all you can eat plan.
My main requirement will be tethering since my only option for internet is very slow DSL.
If you were in my shoes, which android phone would you choose from the Sprint 24 month contract line up? Like a good solid phone that is easy to root and load with custom ROM.
Also what custom ROM would you run?
Many thanks for the input and I value it more than you know.
Woody
My Verizon service is great everywhere... Except for at work. There, it's abysmal.
They just installed AT&T repeaters throughout the plant where I work, so the choice has become clear. I gotta make the jump.
I have 3 additional lines that I want to take with me, and I don't want anyone to lose their phone number.
Is it really as simple as walking into an AT&T store and signing up with them?
The phones I'll be taking are:
My M8, a Galaxy S4, a Droid Razor Maxx, and an iPhone 5.
What can I expect?
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My Verizon service is great everywhere... Except for at work. There, it's abysmal.
They just installed AT&T repeaters throughout the plant where I work, so the choice has become clear. I gotta make the jump.
I have 3 additional lines that I want to take with me, and I don't want anyone to lose their phone number.
Is it really as simple as walking into an AT&T store and signing up with them?
The phones I'll be taking are:
My M8, a Galaxy S4, a Droid Razor Maxx, and an iPhone 5.
What can I expect?
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That's how they make their plan. As long as the phones you have work on their network. You need an att m8???
BBEgo said:
My Verizon service is great everywhere... Except for at work. There, it's abysmal.
They just installed AT&T repeaters throughout the plant where I work, so the choice has become clear. I gotta make the jump.
I have 3 additional lines that I want to take with me, and I don't want anyone to lose their phone number.
Is it really as simple as walking into an AT&T store and signing up with them?
The phones I'll be taking are:
My M8, a Galaxy S4, a Droid Razor Maxx, and an iPhone 5.
What can I expect?
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Just walk in to an AT&T store since all of thoose VZW phones are unlocked you'll get AT&T band 4 LTE(if in your area) and HSPA + on the M8 and S4 and you'll get HSPA + fake 4G on the Razr and iPhone 5 it's $15 per phone since your doing byod and then the cost of shared data.
Good Luck
Ok so I made the switch, and all phones are running.
Problem is, none of them are getting LTE. It appears that my firmware doesn't have that frequency band enabled or something.
Is it possible to flash AT&T firmware without bricking my phone?
BBEgo said:
Ok so I made the switch, and all phones are running.
Problem is, none of them are getting LTE. It appears that my firmware doesn't have that frequency band enabled or something.
Is it possible to flash AT&T firmware without bricking my phone?
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No you don't need to do that; it is just that AT&T does not use band 4 spectrum in your area, and later on you'll have to buy an AT&T phone with their band 17 primary LTE Band. Hopefully HSPA + will suffice for you. Also double check that your APNs are correct or else you may have issues. with MMS.
Greetings!
I've been on a Sprint/T mobile Galaxy note 5 for awhile. T mobile said I must upgrade to 5G or lose service in Jan.
I am choosing between One Plus Nord N200 or N10 and the Ace 5G.
Before I commit, if anyone can answer this. I mainly use Wifi hotspot to my PC. I have a ROM on my Note and It works fine without having a special T mobile Hotspot plan.
Can anyone recommend a ROM that would give me the Hotspot ability? Is there any other means to get unlimited hotspot?
How is the wifi and 5G/LTE on the One 5G Ace? I ask because I was leaning toward the low end Samsung A32, but read it has issues keeping connected via wifi etc. And Data and Hotspot is my primary use for the phone.
Thanks
Max
disneytoy said:
Greetings!
I've been on a Sprint/T mobile Galaxy note 5 for awhile. T mobile said I must upgrade to 5G or lose service in Jan.
I am choosing between One Plus Nord N200 or N10 and the Ace 5G.
Before I commit, if anyone can answer this. I mainly use Wifi hotspot to my PC. I have a ROM on my Note and It works fine without having a special T mobile Hotspot plan.
Can anyone recommend a ROM that would give me the Hotspot ability? Is there any other means to get unlimited hotspot?
How is the wifi and 5G/LTE on the One 5G Ace? I ask because I was leaning toward the low end Samsung A32, but read it has issues keeping connected via wifi etc. And Data and Hotspot is my primary use for the phone.
Thanks
Max
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Wifi for receiving is perfect, working Wifi n equipment. As a tether machine, dunno man what to say.
I am using Micromax Bharat 2 for lte tethering and always on working with charger, coz it was my temporary phone for $40 in 2019. One thing i know when i was making my choice i learned about 5G chips and technology itself and it runs Qualcomm Snapdragon 750 G which one of few in High-end class chips using mm-waves along with standart 5G. Depending on your plan and carrier it should be fine. Read wiki about Snapdragons and features and then make a search which phone best for price , technology offers, NFC , solid RAM + Diskspace, display features for such not big price was offered only by Motorola + 2 year software updates, So decision fall to Moto before buying used Google Pixels with drained batteries. And honestly searching for great price offer in USA was like searching needle/pencil in US market after shipped it internationally to my location.
One thing you may notice - Bluetooth WORKS ROCK SOLID, Not only 5.1 version (Bluetooth LE) but also options in Developer options - once you changed them , they work as they should be - switching codes, channels, max users and so on. Sound is so brilliant even on $20 wireless headphones. Unlik on Pixel 1st - when i open developer option change value , turn off device and have to do it again and again. Plus 5000 mAh battery and so on, so on.
Take a few reviews specifically for wifi - from Cnet guys or someone else to see what you will get from wifi.
Best Regards
Nick
Thank's Nick!
Most likely going with Moto. They started Cel phones back in the day, and I assume their radios are top notch.
I have unlimited Data from my carrier in the US T-mobile. I don't have broadband where I use my desktop so have been very happy with wifi hotspot on my Galaxy Note 5 with LTE. But like I said, they no longer support the Note five in a few weeks. I have the MOAR custom rom on it and that gives me the hotspot without being charged extra by T-Mobile.
I will try the Liniage ROM on the MOTO and hope its Hotspot works the same.
Thanks for your reply!
Best wishes
Max
disneytoy said:
Thank's Nick!
Most likely going with Moto. They started Cel phones back in the day, and I assume their radios are top notch.
I have unlimited Data from my carrier in the US T-mobile. I don't have broadband where I use my desktop so have been very happy with wifi hotspot on my Galaxy Note 5 with LTE. But like I said, they no longer support the Note five in a few weeks. I have the MOAR custom rom on it and that gives me the hotspot without being charged extra by T-Mobile.
I will try the Liniage ROM on the MOTO and hope its Hotspot works the same.
Thanks for your reply!
Best wishes
Max
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We have 3 Moto ACe 5g's on T-Mobile. Great phone. You don't need a custom ROM. Just root the phone and use VPN Hotspot App.
disneytoy said:
Greetings!
I've been on a Sprint/T mobile Galaxy note 5 for awhile. T mobile said I must upgrade to 5G or lose service in Jan.
I am choosing between One Plus Nord N200 or N10 and the Ace 5G.
Before I commit, if anyone can answer this. I mainly use Wifi hotspot to my PC. I have a ROM on my Note and It works fine without having a special T mobile Hotspot plan.
Can anyone recommend a ROM that would give me the Hotspot ability? Is there any other means to get unlimited hotspot?
How is the wifi and 5G/LTE on the One 5G Ace? I ask because I was leaning toward the low end Samsung A32, but read it has issues keeping connected via wifi etc. And Data and Hotspot is my primary use for the phone.
Thanks
i have both the 5 ace &nordn200..using them both actually as i type...
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and i have to say...there both great hotspots...never an issue..and speedtest on both are incredible..with devices connected as well..the connected device is super fast.. never no slowdown ..i rack up plenty of gigs/data...
i belive the 5 ace is a little peppy'er...i luv my one plus thow..
NEVERSETTLE....GOOD LUCK