I know the specs show that it has AT&T LTE bands, but had anybody actually used it on AT&T LTE yet? If so, please report your impressions.
Thanks.
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I'm confused why so many people are worried about unlocking and band compatibility. Get the one from your own carrier !
phositadc said:
I know the specs show that it has AT&T LTE bands, but had anybody actually used it on AT&T LTE yet? If so, please report your impressions.
Thanks.
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Works exactly the same for me using an AT&T SIM in the T-Mobile HTC one. The other way around, I get less HSPA+ service using an AT&T SIM in a T-Mobile HTC One.
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I'm confused why so many people are worried about unlocking and band compatibility. Get the one from your own carrier !
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No. The AT&T one doesn't fully support T-Mobile while the T-Mobile one fully supports BOTH T-Mobile and AT&T.
For people who don't want CDMA-based service, the T-Mobile version is the best one to buy for compatibility.
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No. The AT&T one doesn't fully support T-Mobile while the T-Mobile one fully supports BOTH T-Mobile and AT&T.
For people who don't want CDMA-based service, the T-Mobile version is the best one to buy for compatibility.
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Are you sure about that, Maybe the AT&T version needs to be unlocked for it to work on T-Mobile's HSPA+ Network. I hope like hell it does because I would like to have the 64gb version working on my Network of choice, T-Mobile of course.
vinnyjr said:
Are you sure about that, Maybe the AT&T version needs to be unlocked for it to work on T-Mobile's HSPA+ Network. I hope like hell it does because I would like to have the 64gb version working on my Network of choice, T-Mobile of course.
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This has been discussed to death on the boards.
All the phones have the same internal radio hardware but what's been flashed to each device is different.
i got a att version unlock, big mistake for tmobile. i flashed tmobile rom and radio. alot of places in new york i get 2G which it was constant 4G with my note 2. Place where i get 4G i only get 7mbps. while with my note 2 i was able to get up to 18mbps. Order the tmobile version will return this one. The only reason i bought this is because they had it locally in ATT store while tmobile htc one is on backorder and not avail in any store.
Unfortunately Samsung doesn't just make the same model for both I would imagine it would save them money also but att phones work slow on T-Mobile but other way around your golden
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Works exactly the same for me using an AT&T SIM in the T-Mobile HTC one. The other way around, I get less HSPA+ service using an AT&T SIM in a T-Mobile HTC One.
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Oops sorry I meant to say that I get less hspa+ svc using a tmobile SIM in an AT&T one.
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Like the title says what's better or preference from any body who has these phones I. Planning g on unlocking the att version to use on tmoblie 4g unlimited thanks
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rg1973 said:
Like the title says what's better or preference from any body who has these phones I. Planning g on unlocking the att version to use on tmoblie 4g unlimited thanks
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Dude,
It works very well! I have the AT&T Note... I unlocked it ($25 on ebay, I prefer this method as the seller has a reputation to protect). I then had it rooted, then flashed over to T-Mobile (http://rootgalaxynote.com/).
I did a test on the $30 - 1,500 minute plan (only 30 megs of data) to see how it works. I did this before flashing the modem and the 2G/Edge doesn't work well at all for the Note. However, after flashing the modem, it screams on TMO's 4G.
Good luck to you, but flash it and don't look back!
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Dude,
It works very well! I have the AT&T Note... I unlocked it ($25 on ebay, I prefer this method as the seller has a reputation to protect). I then had it rooted, then flashed over to T-Mobile (http://rootgalaxynote.com/).
I did a test on the $30 - 1,500 minute plan (only 30 megs of data) to see how it works. I did this before flashing the modem and the 2G/Edge doesn't work well at all for the Note. However, after flashing the modem, it screams on TMO's 4G.
Good luck to you, but flash it and don't look back!
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Thanks for your feedback
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But just as a heads up, the exynos chip in the international version is not LTE equipped. So, if you get the international model it won't work on Tmobile's 4g bands even if you flash/hack/pray to the cell gods or anything else to your phone.
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But just as a heads up, the exynos chip in the international version is not LTE equipped. So, if you get the international model it won't work on Tmobile's 4g bands even if you flash/hack/pray to the cell gods or anything else to your phone.
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LOL thanks that def would be the deal breaker
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I'm not totally sure but, I believe if you get the international it will work on tmobile's hspa+. You shouldn't have to get the AT&T version if you just want to use the phone on tmobile and, are ok without LTE. Hspa+ is still very fast.
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Anyone else using T-Mobile with the att note
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I'm using simple mobile with the At&t model. I get around 3mb down.
But just as a heads up, the exynos chip in the international version is not LTE equipped. So, if you get the international model it won't work on Tmobile's 4g bands even if you flash/hack/pray to the cell gods or anything else to your phone.
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T-Mobile doesn't even have LTE so it doesn't make a difference.
The AT&T Note is the only one that works with T-Mobile 4G which again, is not LTE.
Also, no the international version does NOT get T-Mobile hspa +.
The international version ONLY gets EDGE on T-Mobile.
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rg1973 said:
Like the title says what's better or preference from any body who has these phones I. Planning g on unlocking the att version to use on tmoblie 4g unlimited thanks
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read this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1547114
and read this for Troubleshooting http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1521755
I almost bought an international one for tmo.. glad I read this thread first
AllGamer said:
read this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1547114
and read this for Troubleshooting http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1521755
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Bought a AT&T gonna try the straight talk unlimited maybe I wont need to unlock it anyway,if straight talk sucks then I can always do the T-Mobile hack I'm not on a contract with either. Wondering if anyone else is useing straight talk and what they think if it .I do want to root this and get rd of the att crap any suggestions r welcome
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I have one I do not use due to it being GSM and want to get rid of to buy a one I can actually use[Galaxy nexus CDMA].
I put the listing on Ebay[expired],Craigslist and Swappa. I would try the XDA forum as ive been told but there I cannot post there due to the new restrictions. Can you help out XDA?
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I have one I do not use due to it being CDMAand want to get rid of to buy a one I can actually use[Galaxy nexus GSM].
I put the listing on Ebay[expired],Craigslist and Swappa. I would try the XDA forum as ive been told but there I cannot post there due to the new restrictions. Can you help out XDA?
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you have a cdma i777?
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you have a cdma i777?
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i think he means a wcdma?
try ebay instasale
http://instantsale.ebay.com/offer/Samsung-SGH-i777-Galaxy-S-II/37137/
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i think he means a wcdma?
try ebay instasale
http://instantsale.ebay.com/offer/Samsung-SGH-i777-Galaxy-S-II/37137/
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yes sorry WCDMA , and they only give me 137.80 for it :/ not enough for a used galaxy.
I'm confused what the GSM galaxy nexus will offer over the GS II. Don't they both use the same HSPA+ / WCDMA frequencies, if you get the GSM version?
Regardless I think you will be extremely lucky if you can find a way to swap a Galaxy S II for a Galaxy Nexus. If you ever do find a way that by some miracle gets you a GSM Galaxy Nexus for a i777 straight over, do let us know.
XDA does have a marketplace forum for buying, selling, and trading.
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Here you go
http://www.gazelle.com/catalog/cell-phones/samsung/galaxy/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-sgh-i777/477464-gpid
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I'm confused what the GSM galaxy nexus will offer over the GS II. Don't they both use the same HSPA+ / WCDMA frequencies, if you get the GSM version?
Regardless I think you will be extremely lucky if you can find a way to swap a Galaxy S II for a Galaxy Nexus. If you ever do find a way that by some miracle gets you a GSM Galaxy Nexus for a i777 straight over, do let us know.
XDA does have a marketplace forum for buying, selling, and trading.
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I don't have a CDMA network to use the phone right now its just sitting there. I have verizon thus my need for a GSM phone. I know it does but with the new restrictions I cannot post or even look at the forum :/
I think your confused. You cant use any GSM phone on Verizon. Unless maybe its unlocked? Verizon is CDMA. Along with Sprint. GSM can be used with ATT and T Mobile. i777 is for ATT. Unless you have the International version i9100. Then you should be able to put a T Mobile sim in it.
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I think your confused. You cant use any GSM phone on Verizon. Unless maybe its unlocked? Verizon is CDMA. Along with Sprint. GSM can be used with ATT and T Mobile. i777 is for ATT. Unless you have the International version i9100. Then you should be able to put a T Mobile sim in it.
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Wait a second, so your saying I CAN use my i777 on verizon?its the AT&T model. I was told by AT&T that i cannot use this phone on verizon.
Edit: Nvm. So I need to purchase a verizon nexus. Ok. well I guess I still need to sale this phone.
EternalPal said:
Wait a second, so your saying I CAN use my i777 on verizon?its the AT&T model. I was told by AT&T that i cannot use this phone on verizon.
Edit: Nvm. So I need to purchase a verizon nexus. Ok. well I guess I still need to sale this phone.
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Yes, you need a CDMA/LTE Galaxy Nexus for Verizon. The i777 will not work on Verizon.
None of AT&T's LTE phones will work on Verizon, even if unlocked. What AT&T calls 4G that isn't LTE, their HSPA+, is also referred to as WCDMA, plus their 3G is called WCDMA, but its not CDMA like Verizon or Sprint. If that wasn't confusing enough both AT&T and Verizon use 700 MHz LTE, but they are not using the same section of the 700 range so they are not interoperable. Unlike EDGE (2G) that is interopeable on AT&T vs T-Mobile. And some regions of AT&T and T-Mobile use the same 3G frequencies, so some 3G phones have limited functionality on both GSM networks.
Basic rule of thumb, for best results get a phone specifically made for your carrier.
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Yes, you need a CDMA/LTE Galaxy Nexus for Verizon. The i777 will not work on Verizon.
None of AT&T's LTE phones will work on Verizon, even if unlocked. What AT&T calls 4G that isn't LTE, their HSPA+, is also referred to as WCDMA, plus their 3G is called WCDMA, but its not CDMA like Verizon or Sprint. If that wasn't confusing enough both AT&T and Verizon use 700 MHz LTE, but they are not using the same section of the 700 range so they are not interoperable. Unlike EDGE (2G) that s interopeable on AT&T vs T-Mobile. And some regions of AT&T and T-Mobile se the same 3G frequencies, so some 3G phones have limited functionality on both GSM networks.
Basic rule of thumb, for best results get a phone specifically made for your carrier.
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Yeah it was a gift so i didnt really have a say in it. but thanks for the info none the less
I just brought the price down to 300 on swappa incase anyone is interested.
These phones aren't going to sell for nearly what they could a few months ago sadly. U can grab one for almost nothing nowadays by signing up for new contract. I got mine for a hundred. But u see them for as low as 25 bucks.
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These phones aren't going to sell for nearly what they could a few months ago sadly. U can grab one for almost nothing nowadays by signing up for new contract. I got mine for a hundred. But u see them for as low as 25 bucks.
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I got mine for a penny during Black Friday on Amazon. I've seen people asking $400-$500 for a GS2 on Craigslist, though.
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I got mine for a penny during Black Friday on Amazon. I've seen people asking $400-$500 for a GS2 on Craigslist, though.
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Yeah I know, it'll take those people a bit to realize but the price will steadily decline. Not like horrible but.....meh. I don't care I'm never selling this *****
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Here is my issue. I am currently in the US. I might teach ESL overseas in Korea in January. I am not sure which phone to get. Will the USA one work over in Korea? Will thew international one work in the US?
It could work but Sprint has the radios locked.
Would developers be able to get them unlocked?
Buy international set
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Would developers be able to get them unlocked?
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They propably can but the intl one supports more radio frequensies and is assembled to work worldwide so I'd buy it in any case rather than us version.
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The international one works in the US flawless... just not on all carriers... it works the best on AT&T if you want to use it in the US and get 4G(HSPA+)
You can use it on T-Mobile but you will have to settle for EDGE(2G)
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It would work on most carriers which uses the international frequencies.
Not just AT&T for US. Works with Rogers, Fido, Telus, and Bell Mobility in Canada for instance.
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The international one works in the US flawless... just not on all carriers... it works the best on AT&T if you want to use it in the US and get 4G(HSPA+)
You can use it on T-Mobile but you will have to settle for EDGE(2G)
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Just a side note, HSPA+ is not 4G. It's still 3G. LTE/WiMax is 4G.
so which companies will it work with 4g/lte? Will it not work with Sprint? Anyone know any deals for the international version?
Sprint (and Verizon) is on an old CDMA network while the majority of the world is on GSM, you know, operating with a SIM card. If you're set on travelling, it's better to get any of the GSM-variant, that way, you can just pop in any sim card from any major carriers all over the world.
I currently have a photon which has a sim card slot in it. So the Galaxy s international wont work on Sprint? Damn I want to keep my SERO plan lol. So where can I get an international verison from? Also would I have to pay full price for it?
Does the photon has an active sim card in it? I'm assuming no. I've never used a dual-mode phone before (nor am I familiar with how they operate on different networks), so I dont know the ins-and-outs on how to get it activate for a GSM carrier.
Damn, now i have a headache just trying to figure out how it works to have an intl GSM phone on a network that is predominantly CDMA whom happens to offer a dual-mode phone on their network
Call sprint problem solved
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Chaos Residue said:
Just a side note, HSPA+ is not 4G. It's still 3G. LTE/WiMax is 4G.
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In 2010 the International Telecommunications Union redefined 4G to include HSPA+.
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2374564,00.asp
thegameksk said:
I currently have a photon which has a sim card slot in it. So the Galaxy s international wont work on Sprint? Damn I want to keep my SERO plan lol. So where can I get an international verison from? Also would I have to pay full price for it?
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The SIM in the Photon is just for roaming. Sprint does not use SIM cards - even their LTE phones have them embedded rather than user-accessible.
As the Sprint Galaxy S III is not a 'global' phone - i.e. does not have both GSM/UMTS and CDMA radios - do not purchase it if you have any intention of using it outside the US. CDMA is no longer a global technology.
Confuses me a little that people spend so much on devices without checking what networks they support. Ho-hum.
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So what could the AT&T version (i527) get on T-Mobile? Here is the listed specs;
GSM850, GSM900, GSM1800, GSM1900,
UMTS850 (B5), UMTS900 (B8), UMTS1900 (B2), UMTS2100 (B1)
LTE700 (B17), LTE850 (B5), LTE1700/2100 (B4), LTE1900 (B2)
If I live in a refarmed area with LTE would I get both LTE and hspa+?
Yes you would get both T-Mobile's LTE snd HSPA+.
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So does that mean that the AT&T version will work perfect with TMobile?
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MR.MEMORYLANE said:
So does that mean that the AT&T version will work perfect with TMobile?
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In theory, yes. You certainly should get LTE and HSPA+ data connectivity since AT&T and T-Mobile both use the exact same frequency bands for those services. However, you won't know how fast or how slow your data speed will be until you are actually using the AT&T Mega on T-Mobile's network. The modem plays a big part here.
For example, I had an unlocked AT&T Galaxy Note LTE that I used on T-Mobile. I flashed various modems that were ported from different devices. A modem ported from a T-Mobile (non-LTE) device gave me HSPA+ speeds around 15mbps but no LTE at all. Since the T-Mobile phone from which the modem was taken did not support LTE, the extracted modem did not support LTE. Meanwhile, a modem ported from an AT&T (LTE) device produced LTE speeds around 22mbps but HSPA+ speeds of only around 8mbps. The point? Your mileage may vary.
Yeah I had an unlocked Galaxy Note 1 from At&t and I was using it with Tmobile which worked pretty good a while back. Hopefully I can pick one up. Thank you. ..
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thanks for the replies. Anyone want to take the plunge? I am stuck til Thanksgiving on Verizon and am looking to go to T-Mobile. Hopefully someone will play with it to see how reliable it is out of the box.
If I can get my mega unlocked then ill let you know how tmobile performs, thats all i need
natienn said:
If I can get my mega unlocked then ill let you know how tmobile performs, thats all i need
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thanks can't wait to hear
I tried to buy the Mega at the at&t store but they wouldn't sell it to me cause I need a to walk out with a contract. Screw that...
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MR.MEMORYLANE said:
I tried to buy the Mega at the at&t store but they wouldn't sell it to me cause I need a to walk out with a contract. Screw that...
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seems weird. were you going to pay full price? shouldn't matter if you are a customer or not. have you tried online?
Yeah I was going to pay full price it was stupid I couldn't buy it. I think maybe cause I told them that I wanted to buy it but for them to unlock it for me. I think I'll just go to another store and get it unlocked somewhere else. ..
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Yeah I was going to pay full price it was stupid I couldn't buy it. I think maybe cause I told them that I wanted to buy it but for them to unlock it for me. I think I'll just go to another store and get it unlocked somewhere else. ..
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that's exactly what I was going to do. I wonder if you told them it was a gift? I don't know, but it seems like there has to be a way to get it through AT&T.
I tried on their website and it said the same thing about signing up for an account. I guess I will get it when it pops up on Amazon. I wonder if AT&T will unlock it even if we aren't customers.
So am I correct in my understanding that the only version that has Tmo bands (4g and lte) is the AT&T version?
All the ones on amazon are a great price 450$ but are international versions.
xManMythLegend said:
So am I correct in my understanding that the only version that has Tmo bands (4g and lte) is the AT&T version?
All the ones on amazon are a great price 450$ but are international versions.
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That's correct. The international versions will get you HSPA+ but not LTE on T-Mobile. The AT&T version is the only one that has the compatible T-Mobile LTE frequency bands.
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I have the new ATT Mega. I purchased it to use on T-Mobile. I am having problems with the APN (I guess?).
Anybody have any tips on using the Mega on T-Mobile?
Tailwalker said:
I have the new ATT Mega. I purchased it to use on T-Mobile. I am having problems with the APN (I guess?).
Anybody have any tips on using the Mega on T-Mobile?
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Is the phone unlocked? If not, you will not be able to use it on T-Mobile's network. If it is unlocked, try "fast.t-mobile.com" for the APN (leave out the quotation marks).
If it is unlocked how did you get it unlocked?
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Is the phone unlocked? If not, you will not be able to use it on T-Mobile's network. If it is unlocked, try "fast.t-mobile.com" for the APN (leave out the quotation marks).
If it is unlocked how did you get it unlocked?
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Yes, I am unlocked. I used an internet unlocking service. The phone automatically sets itself up with the epc APN. I looked up the "fast" APN and it didn't connect. I hard reset the phone and it reset to epc.
What unlocked company did you go through cause I had no luck finding one for the AT&T model...
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What unlocked company did you go through cause I had no luck finding one for the AT&T model...
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I used ebay just search unlock and the model number, 7 bucks. Waiting for the code, 24hr turn around.
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Yes, I am unlocked. I used an internet unlocking service. The phone automatically sets itself up with the epc APN. I looked up the "fast" APN and it didn't connect. I hard reset the phone and it reset to epc.
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Since T-Mobile actually encourages people to bring their unlocked phones onto their network, they should gladly help you with setting up the APN for your LTE device.
don't get me wrong I'm not complaining or anything, but i was told rightly by numerous forum members,
that a verizon wireless galaxy s4 was not capable of receiving any other LTE Bands aside from verizon wireless LTE,
and that it was an actual hardware limitation of the device which does sound logical,
so my question is do I have a special device.?
one thing I will say about this new GS4 is it's a refurbished model,
it was a replacement through my insurance program at Best Buy.
it's running 4.3 mk2, I'm receiving AT&T LTE via prepaid net10 sim, and also
T-Mobile LTE through a postpaid account sim.
so I'm thinking this was possibly a GSM model and was configured to run on Verizon's network when it got refurbished?
or do all S4's built after a certain date have the capability of receiving LTE from multiple carriers..?¿?
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don't get me wrong I'm not complaining or anything, but i was told rightly by numerous forum members,
that a verizon wireless galaxy s4 was not capable of receiving any other LTE Bands aside from verizon wireless LTE,
and that it was an actual hardware limitation of the device which does sound logical,
so my question is do I have a special device.?
one thing I will say about this new GS4 is it's a refurbished model,
it was a replacement through my insurance program at Best Buy.
it's running 4.3 mk2, I'm receiving AT&T LTE via prepaid net10 sim, and also
T-Mobile LTE through a postpaid account sim.
so I'm thinking this was possibly a GSM model and was configured to run on Verizon's network when it got refurbished?
or do all S4's built after a certain date have the capability of receiving LTE from multiple carriers..?¿?
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I am running Goldeneye's I9505 rom with T-Mobile on my SCH-I545 now as we speak
Our s4 is able to connect to all available networks but the sim cards have created the limitations...if you have tmo sim + correct APN installed it will work on that network... Should be about the same across the board...that's why its sim unlocked...with the right info and tools it should work on any network
jamesd1085 said:
Our s4 is able to connect to all available networks but the sim cards have created the limitations...if you have tmo sim + correct APN installed it will work on that network... Should be about the same across the board...that's why its sim unlocked...with the right info and tools it should work on any network
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ya i get that part, but the funny thing is my old s4 that broke had the same apn settings. as this new one and could not get lte from tmo or att,
i know i can get voice signal from other cell providers,
but is picking up LTE from att/tMobile/verizon. normal for 1 device cause my old one definitely did not get LTE from anyone but Verizon
thanks for the info guys.
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ya i get that part, but the funny thing is my old s4 that broke had the same apn settings. as this new one and could not get lte from tmo or att,
i know i can get voice signal from other cell providers,
but is picking up LTE from att/tMobile/verizon. normal for 1 device cause my old one definitely did not get LTE from anyone but Verizon
thanks for the info guys.
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Samstealth7 said:
don't get me wrong I'm not complaining or anything, but i was told rightly by numerous forum members,
that a verizon wireless galaxy s4 was not capable of receiving any other LTE Bands aside from verizon wireless LTE,
and that it was an actual hardware limitation of the device which does sound logical,
so my question is do I have a special device.?
one thing I will say about this new GS4 is it's a refurbished model,
it was a replacement through my insurance program at Best Buy.
it's running 4.3 mk2, I'm receiving AT&T LTE via prepaid net10 sim, and also
T-Mobile LTE through a postpaid account sim.
so I'm thinking this was possibly a GSM model and was configured to run on Verizon's network when it got refurbished?
or do all S4's built after a certain date have the capability of receiving LTE from multiple carriers..?¿?
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Was your old s4 on pre mj7 firmware?
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yes sir mdk.
so are you saying these newer devices that are running 4.3 out of the box should be capable of using all of the LTE bands used in the United States.
if that's the case I'm definitely happy for the community ,and then kinda bummed out because I'm not special
lol j/k
cmlucht said:
what are your apn settings?
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Samstealth7 said:
yes sir mdk.
so are you saying these newer devices that are running 4.3 out of the box should be capable of using all of the LTE bands used in the United States.
if that's the case I'm definitely happy for the community ,and then kinda bummed out because I'm not special
lol j/k
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As of mj7 global mode was enabled on our s4s...until that I believe our radios were vzw only as far as LTE goes...also our radios I believe are of the first gen to be CDMA and GSM capable
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att LTE via - net10
jamesd1085 said:
As of mj7 global mode was enabled on our s4s...until that I believe our radios were vzw only as far as LTE goes...also our radios I believe are of the first gen to be CDMA and GSM capable
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cool thanks buddy
Samstealth7 said:
att LTE via - net10
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ok I have those settings but I only get h+
cmlucht said:
ok I have those settings but I only get h+
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What's your firmware version?
jamesd1085 said:
What's your firmware version?
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im running hyperdrive
Samstealth7 said:
yes sir mdk.
so are you saying these newer devices that are running 4.3 out of the box should be capable of using all of the LTE bands used in the United States.
if that's the case I'm definitely happy for the community ,and then kinda bummed out because I'm not special
lol j/k
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Mj7 modem unlocked new LTE bands
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joshm.1219 said:
Mj7 modem unlocked new LTE bands
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good deal man,
that rocks on so many levels,
I was always telling my friends if you was going to buy a phone used or outright to go with a Verizon model,
just because of it being sim unlocked,
and now with this news about the LTE radios it seems like Verizon would be your best choice for an all-around device.
I wonder if a new T-Mobile or AT&T s4, would get LTE from Verizon?
Samstealth7 said:
good deal man,
that rocks on so many levels,
I was always telling my friends if you was going to buy a phone used or outright to go with a Verizon model,
just because of it being sim unlocked,
and now with this news about the LTE radios it seems like Verizon would be your best choice for an all-around device.
I wonder if a new T-Mobile or AT&T s4, would get LTE from Verizon?
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A T-Mobile device might get VZW's new LTE, it's AWS like T-Mobile's. VZW hasn't turned it on everywhere though.
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joshm.1219 said:
A T-Mobile device might get VZW's new LTE, it's AWS like T-Mobile's. VZW hasn't turned it on everywhere though.
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My friend just got that One Max your on.... Jeeeez that thing is huge!!! He told me so far his battery life has been great too.. although the phone is only a month old so we'll have to see after more time passes.
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Mistertac said:
My friend just got that One Max your on.... Jeeeez that thing is huge!!! He told me so far his battery life has been great too.. although the phone is only a month old so we'll have to see after more time passes.
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Lol tell him to get on viper rom it's like hyper drive on steroids and synthol
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cmlucht said:
im running hyperdrive
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That's your rom not your firmware...mdk mj7 mk2?its under about phone