Hi, I'm using the LM-V500N Korean KT version in the UK on the VODAFONE network. Everything else appears to be working ok except for 5G.
It doesn't connect to the 5G service, only 3G and LTE showing.
Does anyone have any help or suggestions on what could be wrong?
My SIM and 5G coverage is fine as I can use my SIM in a Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and it works fine on 5G.
Currently only EE sells the V50 in the UK, so I was wondering if the V50 is only compatible with the EE 5G service in the UK?
Ok since nobody is able to help answer, my conclusion is that my V50 is 5G locked specifically to KT carrier in Korea.
Only 4G LTE is working fine in UK.
So I guess 5G won't work until I can reflash the phone to European firmware?
Could this unlock the 5G ?
Thanks
where did you get the phone and do you get volte or wificalling..also how loud the phone gets trough wired jack.thanks
ssd_ssd said:
Ok since nobody is able to help answer, my conclusion is that my V50 is 5G locked specifically to KT carrier in Korea.
Only 4G LTE is working fine in UK.
So I guess 5G won't work until I can reflash the phone to European firmware?
Could this unlock the 5G ?
Thanks
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Yes, crossflashing is the key, but we don't have a working lgup right now. Let's hope we will.
just sound tested a lg v50 in uk today and is better than my htc 10 volume wise...i think i will go for korean version from wonda as its not worth paying EE 1800 over 2 years.SHOULD I PUSH THE BUY BUTTON OR NOT?
I'll recommend Korean version as it's camera has features like super steady mode which european I don't think it has. Also updates. Yes lg updates are very frequently on Korean. Sometimes twice a month.
In the meantime maybe we get working the 5G. Or maybe not.... For me 5g is not that important. The audio quality is. And the camera, it wasn't in the past, but now that I'm spoiled, it is.
dont really care either about 5g.....not worth price vs coverage...but audio is a MUST.Curious thing is that a month ago i listened to a v50 in an EE shop ,but today a different shop and the audio loudness was twice as the previous one.
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Hi, I'm using the LM-V500N Korean KT version in the UK on the VODAFONE network. Everything else appears to be working ok except for 5G.
It doesn't connect to the 5G service, only 3G and LTE showing.
Does anyone have any help or suggestions on what could be wrong?
My SIM and 5G coverage is fine as I can use my SIM in a Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and it works fine on 5G.
Currently only EE sells the V50 in the UK, so I was wondering if the V50 is only compatible with the EE 5G service in the UK?
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By the way the bank aplications work on korean version.Especially barclays aplication or any banks app?
Yes all my banking Apps work in the UK on my V50 Korean KT version. I've not had any issues.
I use Natwest, Virgin Money, Nationwide.
The only app that did not work properly was Sky Go, but this is also now fixed with the latest update I received 2 weeks ago. V500N11r
ssd_ssd said:
Yes all my banking Apps work in the UK on my V50 Korean KT version. I've not had any issues.
I use Natwest, Virgin Money, Nationwide.
The only app that did not work properly was Sky Go, but this is also now fixed with the latest update I received 2 weeks ago. V500N11r
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Where did you bought your phone from?
I bought my V50 on ebay from Korean seller Funphone-International. The price was very good and converted to less than £370 Inc shipping.
I really want tbe 5G to work, so hoping for cross-flash soon as possible.
ssd_ssd said:
I bought my V50 on ebay from Korean seller Funphone-International. The price was very good and converted to less than £370 Inc shipping.
I really want tbe 5G to work, so hoping for cross-flash soon as possible.
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Hello, I've emailed KT Mobile Service because I was curious if the V500N KT version, which I own too, really locks 5G in a way in their phones and here is their answer:
My question: How can I use the 5G network in my country, Portugal, with my network (NOS). Is it possible, do you have to unlock the 5G network?
-Answer: Originally LG V50 is unlocked also KT doesn't have Carrier lock.
If your provider has 5G service you can use 5G but if they don't, you can not use it.
To check your service, you need to contact LG or your mobile provider.
I don't know why you can't use 5G in your network, but it's not because of KT network.
most of the countries require to have the 5g phones registered to their network and also you need a 5g plan.
Thanks for helping.
I'm on Vodafone Network with 5G service enabled, but the V50 still doesn't work on 5G service. A really mystery.
I've put my SIM card into a different Samsung 5G phone and it works with 5G service showing, so my SIM is ok.
Hi, I have done some more investigations and I used the hidden service menu 5457#*500# to check which radio bands my v500n was using.
Under the Multi Band Selection menu I can see all the LTE bands up to B41 listed and selected, however there is no B78 band in the list.
Does that mean my v500n does not support B78 band which I think is the Vodafone 5G band in the UK?
Can anyone else check their service menu and confirm if B78 band is present?
Thanks
korean is 5g locked ....was confirmed on telegram group
Ok thanks
Is that the reason why LTE band B78 is not appearing in the menu list?
Previous answer from Danix004 is saying 5G is not locked and confirmed by email from KT.
-Answer: Originally LG V50 is unlocked also KT doesn't have Carrier lock
If 5G is truely locked then did anyone on Telegram know how to unlock 5G on the Korean KT version?
Thanks
cant be done until root is possible
Ok I received the official Android 10 update yesterday and my phone is now at version V500N20b
Working really smooth with all the new features.
But still no 5G.
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cant be done until root is possible
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can such problems be fixed by software? I thought you will need hardware for that; not sure how this work.
I remember there are certain china phones dont work with vodafone B20 4g band.
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Hi, can anyone tell me if the Sprint V50 will work in the UK with 5G band support?
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good question, suprised that no one has tested sprint's or verizons' versions in Europe or Asia
I have a sprint lg v50 in the UK..... But can't confirm as I'm not in a 5g area.
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I have a sprint lg v50 in the UK..... But can't confirm as I'm not in a 5g area.
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Please update us if you happen to be in a 5g coverage area. I suspect that the 5g ( and 4g) bands have been disable except sprint's network (like the 4g networks were on other phones like v30 ).
Can you access the hidden service menu and confirm which radio bands are showing as available on the Sprint V50?
Hidden menu code is 5457#*500# on the Korean version.
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Can you access the hidden service menu and confirm which radio bands are showing as available on the Sprint V50?
Hidden menu code is 5457#*500# on the Korean version.
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That doesn't work, probably a different code
there is an app called Netmonster in the playstore. It may work with you lg v50 to see the networks available. Once you install and run the app, in the lower right you will see an option for phone info. Once clicked, it should open the network settings. From there you may be able to tell.
Sprint v50
How is the, 4g lte, mms, sms and general data working?
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5g bands can be used worldwide according to LG UK
Here is a reply I received from LG UK regarding this very issue.
Good afternoon,
Thank you for getting in touch with us. Firstly a 5g enabled phone from another country can work in all other countries that have 5g available. And at the moment there wasn't a market in the UK for the LG V50 that's why it wasn't released here. Regarding using unlocked phones from another country in the UK you can certainly do that and connect a network from the UK to the unlocked phone. In addition, you need to be aware if anything happens to the phone, we wouldn't be able to help resolve it because its warranty isn't covered in the UK in order to get help you'll have to speak to the LG USA.
Please feel free to contact us via our new Twitter account for Technical Support. You can follow us and interact with the team here -> @lguKCare
Kind Regards,
Douglas.
LG Electronics UK Help desk
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UK: 0344 847 5454 Ireland: 01 686 9454
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Closed bank holidays
Brimski said:
Here is a reply I received from LG UK regarding this very issue.
Good afternoon,
Thank you for getting in touch with us. Firstly a 5g enabled phone from another country can work in all other countries that have 5g available. And at the moment there wasn't a market in the UK for the LG V50 that's why it wasn't released here. Regarding using unlocked phones from another country in the UK you can certainly do that and connect a network from the UK to the unlocked phone. In addition, you need to be aware if anything happens to the phone, we wouldn't be able to help resolve it because its warranty isn't covered in the UK in order to get help you'll have to speak to the LG USA.
Please feel free to contact us via our new Twitter account for Technical Support. You can follow us and interact with the team here -> @lguKCare
Kind Regards,
Douglas.
LG Electronics UK Help desk
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LG Customer Services
UK: 0344 847 5454 Ireland: 01 686 9454
Mon-Sat 9am to 6pm
Closed bank holidays
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That is a very vague answer from the LG customer service. Without listing any details of the 5g frequencies used, how would he be able to support his claim about the compatibility of the device on 5g ? The US 5g networks vary greatly on each of the 4 major providers t-mobile, at&t, verizon, and sprint. And euro/asia utilize a completely different bandwidth than north america. I'm hoping that LG did include 3500 band that is widely used in europe/asia , but that might be wishful thinking.
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That is a very vague answer from the LG customer service. Without listing any details of the 5g frequencies used, how would he be able to support his claim about the compatibility of the device on 5g ? The US 5g networks vary greatly on each of the 4 major providers t-mobile, at&t, verizon, and sprint. And euro/asia utilize a completely different bandwidth than north america. I'm hoping that LG did include 3500 band that is widely used in europe/asia , but that might be wishful thinking.
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This is very true and I couldn't find a good enough answer as I was going to purchase the USA version and have it sent to the UK, I eventually got the LMV500em European version as I couldn't find a good enough answer to the 5g banding issues.
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That is a very vague answer from the LG customer service. Without listing any details of the 5g frequencies used, how would he be able to support his claim about the compatibility of the device on 5g ? The US 5g networks vary greatly on each of the 4 major providers t-mobile, at&t, verizon, and sprint. And euro/asia utilize a completely different bandwidth than north america. I'm hoping that LG did include 3500 band that is widely used in europe/asia , but that might be wishful thinking.
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Also another issue people are facing is that in the Korean models 5g is defined to only work on a certain carrier. Not sure if this is true for the Sprint model. We should be able to change it once we can root and stuff which will probably happen around mid April - may/june
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This is very true and I couldn't find a good enough answer as I was going to purchase the USA version and have it sent to the UK, I eventually got the LMV500em European version as I couldn't find a good enough answer to the 5g banding issues.
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Seems like the safer bet. Hopefully we will find out more about these devices once the community grows.
Simplyalif said:
I have a sprint lg v50 in the UK..... But can't confirm as I'm not in a 5g area.
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I'm on Vodafone 5g and can confirm it does say 5g in the corner.... Max speed I've gotten so far is 100mbs
Simplyalif said:
I'm on Vodafone 5g and can confirm it does say 5g in the corner.... Max speed I've gotten so far is 100mbs
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Hi
Looking at all the answers I'm still not sure if the sprint LG v50 works with 5G. I'm considering to buy the LG V50 but I'm completely lost with all the information.
Could you confirm again if the Sprint version works with 5G and also if NFS works in the UK? I'm also on Vodafone.
Thank you in advance.
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what is tmobile going to do with all the people who own the Sprint LG V50 (LM-V450PM)?
do we get a free upgrade to a tmobile 5g phone since the sprint v50 5g is not compatible?
I called and they offered a Samsung S20 free lease. You would think a deal from a LG V50 for a LG V60 but I guess that wouldn't make sense.
can you explain how you were able to do that or who you spoke with because i called and asked and they did not offer such and told me they never heard of that or offer such a promotion.
tmobile put a sim card in to test the 5g and it works (at least the korean version 450 lg v50 but all of them should). the rep told me initially, the 5g may not have had the necessary coverage in bandwidth but tmobile is starting to open up more bandwidths as 5g becomes more available and more common. i am in a heavy 5g area covered by tmobile.
I have the Sprint V50 and I can confirm 5g is working on T-mobile.
Maverick923 said:
I have the Sprint V50 and I can confirm 5g is working on T-mobile.
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No, it does not There is a difference between showing 5G in the notification bar and actually working 5G.
This https://www.reddit.com/r/Sprint/comments/i8qjyk/why_is_my_lg_v50_showing_5g_thought_sprint_shut/ explains technical details.
5G radio on the Sprint variant of this phone is not compatible with T-mobile's 5G network.
leond said:
No, it does not There is a difference between showing 5G in the notification bar and actually working 5G.
This https://www.reddit.com/r/Sprint/comments/i8qjyk/why_is_my_lg_v50_showing_5g_thought_sprint_shut/ explains technical details.
5G radio on the Sprint variant of this phone is not compatible with T-mobile's 5G network.
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I used the LTE discovery app, and it just shows EARFCN (LTE band unknown.)
What is a little confusing is that the specs here https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_v50_thinq_5g-9607.php
Shows the phone supports 260 and 261. which from what I understand T-mobile uses.
I can confirm when I first got the device, all I got was LTE. Not too long ago all of a sudden I did get the little 5g logo on my device.
That is a bit confusing.
Hi Guys,
Does anyone know how to enable carrier aggregation on unlocked Note 20 Ultra (Hong Kong version but should be the same for all other regions)?
Thanks!
Hi,
It's enabled by default, and I doubt you can disable it unless you force it to use only one band (with Activity Launcher, search for a phone activity with the word "hidden"), but even then you won't be able to turn off intra band aggregation.
You can see if your phone connects well to multiple frequencies with an app called NetMonster
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Hi,
It's enabled by default, and I doubt you can disable it unless you force it to use only one band (with Activity Launcher, search for a phone activity with the word "hidden"), but even then you won't be able to turn off intra band aggregation.
You can see if your phone connects well to multiple frequencies with an app called NetMonster
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Thanks a lot!
The problem is that I imported the Snapdragon version from Hong Kong and it seems (from what I read about imported S20 Ultra) it doesnt have EU specific carrier aggregation so needs to be changed via Qualcomm tools and PC.
So I wanted to know the method for Note 20 too.
We don't know Carrier Aggregation combinations what HK-version support but there is way to list these from modem log. I think HK-version have Qualcomm so SCAT-method is best: https://mt-tech.fi/en/how-to-get-4g...tions-from-your-android-phone/#Scat_(Qualcomm
What region you try use? In Europe i think Carrier Aggregation should work but in US i think it doesn't support any combinations. If you just share QMDL modem log i can list all Carrier Aggregation combinations from your device.
VirtualWaver said:
Hi Guys,
Does anyone know how to enable carrier aggregation on unlocked Note 20 Ultra (Hong Kong version but should be the same for all other regions)?
Thanks!
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Is 4g lte fast for you considering we only have limited bands working in our regions
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Is 4g lte fast for you considering we only have limited bands working in our regions
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Actually, carrier aggregation worked out of the box, without any fancy setup. Depending on network strength it shows either 2 or 3 bands combined.
So this issue is resolved.
VirtualWaver said:
Hi Guys,
Does anyone know how to enable carrier aggregation on unlocked Note 20 Ultra (Hong Kong version but should be the same for all other regions)?
Thanks!
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VirtualWaver said:
Actually, carrier aggregation worked out of the box, without any fancy setup. Depending on network strength it shows either 2 or 3 bands combined.
So this issue is resolved.
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But let me guess your in Europe. I heard The hong Kong varients carrier aggression would not work in The us, thats what im afraid of because i only have 3 4g bands thats gonna work with my carrier and im afraid 4G will be slow for me
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But let me guess your in Europe. I heard The hong Kong varients carrier aggression would not work in The us, thats what im afraid of because i only have 3 4g bands thats gonna work with my carrier and im afraid 4G will be slow for me
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Yes, I live in the UK and HK version works like a dream - except 5G that doesn't work yet...
And, yes, it should not fully work in the US as the bands are different. But in the US you guys have native Snapdragon variant (1 sim though) that should do it.
VirtualWaver said:
Yes, I live in the UK and HK version works like a dream - except 5G that doesn't work yet...
And, yes, it should not fully work in the US as the bands are different. But in the US you guys have native Snapdragon variant (1 sim though) that should do it.
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So I ordered A us note 20 ultra then i read on here that these past couple of North American samsung devices Arent been able to be rooted, I didn’t know this because my last Samsung phone was a s8+ but anyway i returned it and ordered the N980 varient because im a dumbass and i have never been on a android phone without root and i have owned androids for over 8 years. I just Hope the 4g service is not bad, I already sacrificed 5g for it but i need 4g ?:crying:
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So I ordered A us note 20 ultra then i read on here that these past couple of North American samsung devices Arent been able to be rooted, I didn’t know this because my last Samsung phone was a s8+ but anyway i returned it and ordered the N980 varient because im a dumbass and i have never been on a android phone without root and i have owned androids for over 8 years. I just Hope the 4g service is not bad, I already sacrificed 5g for it but i need 4g :crying:
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I also migrated from S8 and the difference is huge.
I was also a heavy root user but stopped rooting phones as use Knox and banking apps heavily and neither works with root. TBH I didn't miss root much, we can do almost everything without rooting nowadays.
Hi Guys. Anybody can explain me why Note 20 ultra Hk version with Snapdragon Dual Sim doesn't work on 5G. I'm on UK on EE network, my brand new Note 20 Ultra just show me on the screen 4G+ speed. Is the problem with only that model on EE? Please help me. I got EE plan with 5G essential plan. Just want now is that model Sm-n9860 is compatible working on 5G in UK Networks.
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Hi Guys. Anybody can explain me why Note 20 ultra Hk version with Snapdragon Dual Sim doesn't work on 5G. I'm on UK on EE network, my brand new Note 20 Ultra just show me on the screen 4G+ speed. Is the problem with only that model on EE? Please help me. I got EE plan with 5G essential plan. Just want now is that model Sm-n9860 is compatible working on 5G in UK Networks.
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ppl have posted that it works with latest sept update
I got EE 5g plan too and my 5G isn't working on this latest September patch. Hopefully this will be fixed in October's patch. Let's see
fotor2r said:
Hi Guys. Anybody can explain me why Note 20 ultra Hk version with Snapdragon Dual Sim doesn't work on 5G. I'm on UK on EE network, my brand new Note 20 Ultra just show me on the screen 4G+ speed. Is the problem with only that model on EE? Please help me. I got EE plan with 5G essential plan. Just want now is that model Sm-n9860 is compatible working on 5G in UK Networks.
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Are you in a 5G coverage area?
No 5G
inningsdefeat500 said:
ppl have posted that it works with latest sept update
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No Mate sorry it dosnt work with september update. I got this update and isnt.
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*Detection* said:
Are you in a 5G coverage area?
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Of course Iam on 5G area,Northampton in UK have a great 5G coverage. So problem is with software in Note 20 Ultra HK version.
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No Mate sorry it dosnt work with september update. I got this update and isnt.
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Of course Iam on 5G area,Northampton in UK have a great 5G coverage. So problem is with software in Note 20 Ultra HK version.
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Strange, my 5G works like a dream on Three. TGY with the latest update. No CSC change/reflash.
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Hi ALL. Thanks for sending me maps with 5G Coverage in EE UK. Looks like EE maps are different like real coverage maps with 5G range!!!
Anyway,acording that much accurate map I was check 2 places where 5G must working i Northampton UK ,and....still didnot pickup 5G on device screen. All the time is trong 4G+ only...
I got official message from Technician Team EE UK about SM-N9860,and it looks like that device on that moment is not compatible with EE 5G network .Is all good with 4G bands but not with 5G.
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Strange, my 5G works like a dream on Three. TGY with the latest update. No CSC change/reflash.
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Welcome. Which Note 20 ULTRA model do you have? Is it SM-N9860 HK version? And can I ask where you have such a good 5G range?
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Hi ALL. Thanks for sending me maps with 5G Coverage in EE UK. Looks like EE maps are different like real coverage maps with 5G range!!!
Anyway,acording that much accurate map I was check 2 places where 5G must working i Northampton UK ,and....still didnot pickup 5G on device screen. All the time is trong 4G+ only...
I got official message from Technician Team EE UK about SM-N9860,and it looks like that device on that moment is not compatible with EE 5G network .Is all good with 4G bands but not with 5G.
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Welcome. Which Note 20 ULTRA model do you have? Is it SM-N9860 HK version? And can I ask where you have such a good 5G range?
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Thanks! I am among the first people in this forum who got SN-N9860 from Wonda, right after it was announced in HK.
The area I live in has no 5G yet so I had to travel to other places to test. The screenshot I posted was taken in Weybridge, near the high street. Three only has a tiny 5G area in Weybridge so I assume the speed and latency would be much better in London or other areas with better 5G coverage.
Carrier aggregation is not setup on the sm-n9860 to utilize the lte bands that USA use - for t-mobile anyways.
Im not sure if changing to csc bri might help for this. Probably someone from usa can confirm?
Maybe @inningsdefeat500 can confirm or not. I believe he has the same device and on T-Mobile USA.
Hi Everyone!
I have a Korean LG V60 set(LM-V600N). I can only connect to the 3G network here in Singapore while my telco provider supports 4G network. Do any of you guys face this issue with Korean LG V60 sets? Hope you guys can help me. Thank you in advance!!
Same phone user here ..from malaysia..but for me i can use all network include try 5g at certain trial place.but i cannot update the software or security patch..lg bridge always say cannot detect firmware version.
I have the same LM-V600N. In Hong Kong, 4G works fine but no 5G. In Australia, 5G also does not work as expected. Most importantly, 4G LTE data works but I can't make or receive phone calls. I tried to different band by 4G Switcher. It still can't help.
Any idea? Has anyone ever tried to flash with other ROM?
ricolee said:
I have the same LM-V600N. In Hong Kong, 4G works fine but no 5G. In Australia, 5G also does not work as expected. Most importantly, 4G LTE data works but I can't make or receive phone calls. I tried to different band by 4G Switcher. It still can't help.
Any idea? Has anyone ever tried to flash with other ROM?
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Surprisingly Optus 4G works on both data and voice.
However Google Pay can't register credit card. When I look into Google Play - Settings, the Play Protect certification showed "Device is not certified". I am unsure it is the root cause.
I have verizon LM-V600VM and living in South Korea. 4G work when I set network mode LTE/CDMA but can't phone call because press agency is LG U+(Doesn't have 3G. 2.5G CDMA and 4G only). It's 5G SIM but doesn't work.
By the way, is it possible to run LG PAY or QuickHelp app in KR version? I can't...
I can't use LG Pay either. When it runs, it stops with "Your USIM card info cannot be verified.".
Found QuickHelp in lg update. It runs ok but I can't read Korean.
crysynthe23 said:
Hi Everyone!
I have a Korean LG V60 set(LM-V600N). I can only connect to the 3G network here in Singapore while my telco provider supports 4G network. Do any of you guys face this issue with Korean LG V60 sets? Hope you guys can help me. Thank you in advance!!
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can you mack full dump of the rom and share I need it for bricked v60
Are you able to update it. I have the same phone running android 10 on it.
I can't update it. And there is no 5g either. I really socks
I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G bought from the US (SM-N986U1) and I am currently in the Philippines. Is there any way I can make the 5G work here? If currently there is no way, would you think there will be in the near future?
Depends if the 5g bands are the same in both countries (and operators), you'd need to check that.
You could try the whitelisting method used on the Hong Kong variants which allows 5g use in Europe. Google it.
This is interesting part. I've been thinking about this not long time ago. My idea is as HK variant has same chipset etc, except storage with USA variant. So I believe it possible in some way to enable hidden or locked 5G bands on USA variant.
Not possible make to work because it do not support bands used bands and combinations used in Philippines: https://cacombos.com/device/SM-N986U
kradcliffe said:
Depends if the 5g bands are the same in both countries (and operators), you'd need to check that.
You could try the whitelisting method used on the Hong Kong variants which allows 5g use in Europe. Google it.
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This is interesting part. I've been thinking about this not long time ago. My idea is as HK variant has same chipset etc, except storage with USA variant. So I believe it possible in some way to enable hidden or locked 5G bands on USA variant.
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Not possible make to work because it do not support bands used bands and combinations used in Philippines: https://cacombos.com/device/SM-N986U
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Thanks for the replies. I already sold my US variant and bought a brand new HK version. So far benefitting with the dual sim.
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Thanks for the replies. I already sold my US variant and bought a brand new HK version. So far benefitting with the dual sim.
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hi mate just for knowing, i had this idea to import myself a broken note 20 ultra 5g US variant, you said that the 5G is not working. Did the 4g,3g or 2g worked for you? im from italy and i found on ebay a good priced phone, but now im scared that the network will not work for me. i found the philippines band chart with all the frequencies and bands. like in italy, only one/two of them are supported and i would like to know if the network was working.
Ricks[DEV] said:
hi mate just for knowing, i had this idea to import myself a broken note 20 ultra 5g US variant, you said that the 5G is not working. Did the 4g,3g or 2g worked for you? im from italy and i found on ebay a good priced phone, but now im scared that the network will not work for me. i found the philippines band chart with all the frequencies and bands. like in italy, only one/two of them are supported and i would like to know if the network was working.
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Hey there. Yes. My former Note 20 Ultra 5G US variant's 4G is working in the Philippines.
I recommend you get also the Hong Kong (Snapdragon) variant instead, as I have read somewhere that HK variant's 5G could work in the UK.
reidleingod said:
Thanks for the replies. I already sold my US variant and bought a brand new HK version. So far benefitting with the dual sim.
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Well this answers my question. I recently bought a US version note 20 ultra 5g and having trouble activating the 5g on my phone which seems to be impossible. I should have bought a snapdragon hk version instead then. This is very frustrating cause I'm really enjoying the benefits of a Note phone.