Hi, I am wishing to switch from sprint to boost. I cannot afford a new phone, so I need advice on how to reprogram this one (XT1526). Thanks!
Did you try connecting using the boost sim card? I had no trouble by just entering the code *#*#4636#*#* and switching to GSM/LTE auto PRL.
DPyro said:
Did you try connecting using the boost sim card? I had no trouble by just entering the code *#*#4636#*#* and switching to GSM/LTE auto PRL.
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Were you on sprint before? And does calls text and data all work?
I never used Sprint. I also don't have a data plan but I'm sure it works.
DPyro said:
I never used Sprint. I also don't have a data plan but I'm sure it works.
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Ok i will try it. Thanks for your time!
DPyro said:
Did you try connecting using the boost sim card? I had no trouble by just entering the code *#*#4636#*#* and switching to GSM/LTE auto PRL.
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DPyro said:
I never used Sprint. I also don't have a data plan but I'm sure it works.
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Er, you do realize that Boost is a Sprint prepaid provider, right? Boost rides on the Sprint network, which is CDMA/LTE. Switching the phone to GSM/LTE will disable CDMA, which is needed for calls/text.
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hydroman202 said:
Hi, I am wishing to switch from sprint to boost. I cannot afford a new phone, so I need advice on how to reprogram this one (XT1526). Thanks!
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Boost BYOSP list: http://www.prepaidphonenews.com/2016/02/sprint-changes-prepaid-byosp-again-some.html
It's a couple of months old, but I don't see any Moto devices listed on there, so chances are you won't be able to bring it to Boost.
I meant CDMA/GSM/LTE Auto PRL. Calls and text work fine.
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I meant CDMA/GSM/LTE Auto PRL. Calls and text work fine.
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But that wouldn't make a difference in this case. Sprint and Boost are the same network, so changing LTE/CDMA -> LTE/GSM/CDMA wouldn't help.
In that case he shouldn't need to do anything. Phone is not locked and should be able to use any SIM. I'm using a GSM SIM in Canada and voice/text works fine.
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In that case he shouldn't need to do anything. Phone is not locked and should be able to use any SIM. I'm using a GSM SIM in Canada and voice/text works fine.
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Sprint phones are Domestic SIM Locked, which means they can't be used on other US carriers. While some Sprint devices can be brought over to prepaid services like Boost (see the list I linked earlier), there aren't any Moto devices listed at all, so the Moto E LTE wouldn't be transferable. Sprint holds tight control over what devices can be used on their network and even their sub-brands.
hydroman202 said:
Hi, I am wishing to switch from sprint to boost. I cannot afford a new phone, so I need advice on how to reprogram this one (XT1526). Thanks!
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Can you use ringplus instead of boost? Ringplus is working on my sprint branded device with the original included SIM...
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Can you use ringplus instead of boost? Ringplus is working on my sprint branded device with the original included SIM...
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I ran a check on my device using the ringplus byod check tool. It said it could be activated, but was still in use. I have no idea how to reprovision it though.
hydroman202 said:
I ran a check on my device using the ringplus byod check tool. It said it could be activated, but was still in use. I have no idea how to reprovision it though.
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Is the device still active on the sprint account? If so, you probably have to terminate the account first. If not, might need to contact sprint to get them to release it? Just guessing here, haven't been on sprint since the PCS days, and never activated the sprint xt1526 on any network prior to R+.
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Is the device still active on the sprint account? If so, you probably have to terminate the account first.
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I believe you have to actually use the device on Sprint Prepaid for 12 months before they will release the phone for use on a Sprint MVNO like Boost. You used to be able to pay unlockers on ebay to get your phone unlocked earlier than that, but the prices have skyrocketed for that service due to changes Sprint made in the FED, not worth it now.
OP should just sell the phone and buy the Boost Moto E for $30 at Best Buy.
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I would like to start a Bounty for someone to make the Photons GSM radios operable on domestic/US networks......This was done a couple years ago by Comnex for the Windows 6.5 based touch pro2. I have yet to have seen this done to an android unit. I would throw $50 in the pot to get this done....anyone else want this capability?
$50
10 char
I retract my 20.00, switching to a different device. Good luck guys!
$50, would love to have the US radio's unlocked.
Wonder how Android will handle this.
Im in on it too
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$20.
I'd add more, but I'm only a student.
i'm in for 20!
I'm in for $20 too...
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Im on for 20
after getting the sim cards working, would that not mean you would have to sign up with AT&T or (gulp) T-Mobile?
ugghhh no thanks if that is the case
distantneighbor said:
after getting the sim cards working, would that not mean you would have to sign up with AT&T or (gulp) T-Mobile?
ugghhh no thanks if that is the case
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Pre-Paid probably ....
well for me I have T-Mo corporate phones for work. I do not enjoy carrying 2 phones all day. So for me being able to pop in my sim from the work phone and just switch networks to place busines calls......idk...i loved this feature on the tp2......
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after getting the sim cards working, would that not mean you would have to sign up with AT&T or (gulp) T-Mobile?
ugghhh no thanks if that is the case
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Im with ATT and I want this phone badly, its everything the atrix should have been.
Can someone Freeze SprintOmaDm in Titanium Backup and see what happens
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Pre-Paid probably ....
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I stand corrected
would this allow for roaming on gsm towers via sprint service
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well for me I have T-Mo corporate phones for work. I do not enjoy carrying 2 phones all day. So for me being able to pop in my sim from the work phone and just switch networks to place busines calls......idk...i loved this feature on the tp2......
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For voice calls that's fine, however, be aware that the Photon does not support T-Mobile's 3G/4G (only AT&T's).
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would this allow for roaming on gsm towers via sprint service
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No, since Sprint doesn't have roaming agreements with the GSM carriers in the US.
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after getting the sim cards working, would that not mean you would have to sign up with AT&T or (gulp) T-Mobile?
ugghhh no thanks if that is the case
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You would have to sign up with them or get a prepaid SIM. Though as I mentioned above, if you're looking for data, T-Mobile is not a good option for the Photon since it doesn't support T-Mobile's 3G/4G band. Should work fine on AT&T though (voice and data).
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Simple Mobile is a good deal http://www.mysimplemobile.com/ or your work sim as stated earlier
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As per two messages above, since SIMple Mobile operates on T-Mobile's network, you won't be able to use 3G/4G data.
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As per two messages above, since SIMple Mobile operates on T-Mobile's network, you won't be able to use 3G/4G data.
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Simple mobile 2gb then throttled at 59kbs
Ill throw 15 in
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So I found someone I might trade my S4 for an HTC One, Its not unlocked but I know several places to unlock it, as I have AT&T.
How well does the T-Mobile HTC One work on AT&T are the correct 3G/HSPA+ bands there? Would LTE work?
100% fine.
Yes, T-Mobiles HTC has the bands for ATT so it will work great
I love my HTC One. I've seen my friend's S3's and this is by far a better device. And to me, the S4 is an overhyped S3 . Just saying
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As simple as unlocking and sliding in the SIM?
TrueYears said:
Yes, T-Mobiles HTC has the bands for ATT so it will work great
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I'm leary of that. We all said the same about the Note2 but I can't get my Note 2 to get LTE service on ATT. Before I grab a TMo One, I'd like to see posts confirming it works out of the box.
Thanks.
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Its a good thing you will unlock it first thought
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As simple as unlocking and sliding in the SIM?
I'm leary of that. We all said the same about the Note2 but I can't get my Note 2 to get LTE service on ATT. Before I grab a TMo One, I'd like to see posts confirming it works out of the box.
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I have my Tmobile HTC One on At&t LTE right now and I have done a speed test reaching 35mbps. You do have to make sure your account has had a prior LTE device on the account or the device might only get 3G speeds. I told the phone rep to put my wife's unused HTC One X on my line and gave them the IMEI of that phone. The reason for this is because At&t does not have the Tmobile models in their database, so the only thing they can do is link your One to your line as a generic 3G device.
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distortedloop said:
As simple as unlocking and sliding in the SIM?
I'm leary of that. We all said the same about the Note2 but I can't get my Note 2 to get LTE service on ATT. Before I grab a TMo One, I'd like to see posts confirming it works out of the box.
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I have my Tmobile HTC One on At&t LTE right now and I have done a speed test reaching 35mbps. You do have to make sure your account has had a prior LTE device on the account or the device might only get 3G speeds. I told the phone rep to put my wife's unused HTC One X on my line and gave them the IMEI of that phone. The reason for this is because At&t does not have the Tmobile models in their database, so the only thing they can do is link your One to your line as a generic 3G device.
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Ah, that's good advice, and may explain my inability to get LTE on my Note 2. I've never owned an AT&T LTE phone, and never will. I guess picking up a TMo One with intention to unlock and use on AT&T is not going to work for me.
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I have my Tmobile HTC One on At&t LTE right now and I have done a speed test reaching 35mbps. You do have to make sure your account has had a prior LTE device on the account or the device might only get 3G speeds. I told the phone rep to put my wife's unused HTC One X on my line and gave them the IMEI of that phone. The reason for this is because At&t does not have the Tmobile models in their database, so the only thing they can do is link your One to your line as a generic 3G device.
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Your tip worked on my Note 2. Once I got ahold of an LTE devices IMEI to give the AT&T rep, they were able to provision my account for LTE and now no issues.
I just picked up a T-Mobile HT One to do the same thing with (I have accounts on TMo and ATT), but the sim unlocking service I usually use is having troubles giving me an unlock code. Weird.
i'm in the same boat but I want to root as well. I have the tmobile phone working on att i think but now do i use a rom from the tmobile section or from the att section? Does it even matter now?
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i'm in the same boat but I want to root as well. I have the tmobile phone working on att i think but now do i use a rom from the tmobile section or from the att section? Does it even matter now?
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You can root without changing the ROM.
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You can root without changing the ROM.
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Thank you. I do want to change roms though. does it matter if i use tmobile or att?
You're gonna need the correct ATT LTE Apn...this is the one I used to use on ATT when I was with them. Data and MMS working.
Same situation here: I bought a T-Mobile HTC one, unlocked it, took it to AT&T, and after a lot of wrestling with them got AT&T LTE and HSPA+ both working (you will need to make sure: your AT&T account is provisioned so your data plan is LTE-capable; you have an LTE-capable SIM card; you have endless patience to push AT&T to give you a 'dummy' IMEI in their database of an LTE-capable phone).
Here's my issue, though: it runs hot whenever the wifi OR the data are on. I'm wondering if it's because I'm running the T-Mobile radio (4A.14.3250.15_10.34.1150.02L) on AT&T's network.
I've been told Android phones "just run hot," or that heat is a product of a rogue application (so far, nothing seems to be running when it shouldn't). I am new to the forums so I can't post over in the development area yet.
Anyone have any thoughts on whether trying a different radio would address the heat issues? Any other heat-diagnosing tips?
Thanks in advance!
does anyone know if you can use the htc one tmobile version with at&t's dumbphone unlimited data plan?
bloggert said:
does anyone know if you can use the htc one tmobile version with at&t's dumbphone unlimited data plan?
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Why dont you get T-Mobiles $30 5Gb data plan? Or T-Mobiles $50 unlimited plan?
himayv said:
Same situation here: I bought a T-Mobile HTC one, unlocked it, took it to AT&T, and after a lot of wrestling with them got AT&T LTE and HSPA+ both working (you will need to make sure: your AT&T account is provisioned so your data plan is LTE-capable; you have an LTE-capable SIM card; you have endless patience to push AT&T to give you a 'dummy' IMEI in their database of an LTE-capable phone).
Here's my issue, though: it runs hot whenever the wifi OR the data are on. I'm wondering if it's because I'm running the T-Mobile radio (4A.14.3250.15_10.34.1150.02L) on AT&T's network.
I've been told Android phones "just run hot," or that heat is a product of a rogue application (so far, nothing seems to be running when it shouldn't). I am new to the forums so I can't post over in the development area yet.
Anyone have any thoughts on whether trying a different radio would address the heat issues? Any other heat-diagnosing tips?
Thanks in advance!
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If you don't mind, would you share what sim unlocking service you used?
Slapshot52 said:
Why dont you get T-Mobiles $30 5Gb data plan? Or T-Mobiles $50 unlimited plan?
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I can tell you why I am looking to go to ATT its because T-Mobiles coverage sucks. I have constant issues with their network.
Also when you think about it why would you offer a connection over wifi, shouldn't their phone work.
I bought a prepaid card just to test but I didn't connect to their LTE but I think its because they haven't provisioned it properly.
Time to go back again. I think I want to keep the HTC one because its a good phone can't see getting the S4.
Now att has next but still has the rate plans up there. I like t-mobiles pricing but ATT service is much better.
Find a nice AT&T Salesperson
I used to work at AT&T and i've just used a generic IMEI to provision LTE on a non AT&T phone. If you find a nice salesperson to help you they'll be able to look up a generic IMEI in the systaem for you. Its an internal tool they have to look up an IMEI for you. Hope this helps.
I've done some research on the topic but am having a hard time finding a definative answer on the topic.
I bought my phone thru Verizon (paid in full) intially to ensure I would keep my unlimited data plan. Since this purchase I've discovered that T-Mobile has s $30/mo plan that fits my lifestyle just fine. My intent is to sell my plan (craigslist/ebay/etc) to get out of our contract and make some $$$ on the side.
When I bought this phone 1 of the major draws I saw was that, even though it's a Verizon phone, it wasGSM compatible. I've read plenty of posts about users throwing in a ATT sim card and being good to go. On the tmobile side of things, the results aren't as clear.
So.... Long story short, I'm looking for a definative answer if the Verizon GS4 will fully work on T-Mobile's GSM network and if so, where might one find some guidance on what I need to do if there are any necessary steps involved.
Thanks in advance for any help.
Plain and simple... No, the Verizon GS4 will not work on Tmobile. Verizon is cdma and tmobile is gsm. It will not work
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I've done some research on the topic but am having a hard time finding a definative answer on the topic.
I bought my phone thru Verizon (paid in full) intially to ensure I would keep my unlimited data plan. Since this purchase I've discovered that T-Mobile has s $30/mo plan that fits my lifestyle just fine. My intent is to sell my plan (craigslist/ebay/etc) to get out of our contract and make some $$$ on the side.
When I bought this phone 1 of the major draws I saw was that, even though it's a Verizon phone, it wasGSM compatible. I've read plenty of posts about users throwing in a ATT sim card and being good to go. On the tmobile side of things, the results aren't as clear.
So.... Long story short, I'm looking for a definative answer if the Verizon GS4 will fully work on T-Mobile's GSM network and if so, where might one find some guidance on what I need to do if there are any necessary steps involved.
Thanks in advance for any help.
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I'm a VZW customer and I work at T-Mobile. I've tried popping in my manager's T-Mobile micro sim-card into my VZW S4. The voice service worked flawlessly but there was neither 3G nor 4G connectivity. No idea why.
jkuczy16 said:
Plain and simple... No, the Verizon GS4 will not work on Tmobile. Verizon is cdma and tmobile is gsm. It will not work
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WRONG! I'm using a Verizon GS4 on AT&T HSPA+ right now.
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I'm a VZW customer and I work at T-Mobile. I've tried popping in my manager's T-Mobile micro sim-card into my VZW S4. The voice service worked flawlessly but there was neither 3G nor 4G connectivity. No idea why.
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Did you change the APN's?
T-Mobile is NOT GSM. The only way would be change the apn settings to see if it will work.
Okay I guess I made a mistake, sorry for causing any confusion. Guess you really do learn something new everyday lol
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WRONG! I'm using a Verizon GS4 on AT&T HSPA+ right now.
Did you change the APN's?
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From what I read Verizon S4 will work with AT&T H+, but not T-mobile.. they only get edge even with the APN changed
TheAxman said:
T-Mobile is NOT GSM. The only way would be change the apn settings to see if it will work.
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wait what? T-mobile is gsm..
TheAxman said:
T-Mobile is NOT GSM. The only way would be change the apn settings to see if it will work.
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Yeah they are GSM
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So I am right about tmobile being gsm
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These questions are tricky. Work!? You have to define that word before you get your answer. Voice works and so as data IF you add APN manually (or if it comes automatically from T-Mo). Now by data you mean 2G(EDGE)? 3G(HSPA)? 4G(LTE)? It also depends on whether you are in an area where T-Mo has re-farmed 1900 HSPA. If you are in one of these areas then you got 3G for data. If not, 2G for you. No 4G anywhere for this phone on T-Mo.
teqknique said:
I've done some research on the topic but am having a hard time finding a definative answer on the topic.
I bought my phone thru Verizon (paid in full) intially to ensure I would keep my unlimited data plan. Since this purchase I've discovered that T-Mobile has s $30/mo plan that fits my lifestyle just fine. My intent is to sell my plan (craigslist/ebay/etc) to get out of our contract and make some $$$ on the side.
When I bought this phone 1 of the major draws I saw was that, even though it's a Verizon phone, it wasGSM compatible. I've read plenty of posts about users throwing in a ATT sim card and being good to go. On the tmobile side of things, the results aren't as clear.
So.... Long story short, I'm looking for a definative answer if the Verizon GS4 will fully work on T-Mobile's GSM network and if so, where might one find some guidance on what I need to do if there are any necessary steps involved.
Thanks in advance for any help.
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Yes, it is %100 possible. It's involved...to the extent that it might not be for those who aren't willing to turn their phone into a PDA.
In this post I explain (condescendingly, because some guy was so sure it wasn't possible) that phones nowadays are capable of multiband...because it's just not cost effective for manufacturers to produce one phone for CDMA, then one for GSM, one for LTE, one for AWS bands, etc etc...you get the picture. If you look up the specs of the chips in the S4 (probably the same across the carriers) you'll see that it's a pentaband phone.
Short story long...I come from a time where there wasn't a "It's not possible"...my job bought me a VZ S4 which I plan on using with my Tmobile simcard...because I don't feel like carrying a Nexus 4 AND an S4...I'll post my progress in the forums for all to benefit from. Until then...
I only tested it for a few minutes.... but I did get lte on it but not sure about aws... on T-Mobile. Sorry I couldn't do a more extensive experiment.
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Yes it is possible. And it is actually not that much work.
#1 be rooted
#2 put in tmobile sim and restart phone (cant change apn with vzw sim)
#3 change the apn settings for voice and data to t mobile (google it)
I have been using a verizon i545 S4 on tmobile for 3 weeks now. I have voice text and 4g h+ data.
The S4 is global, even if verizon tries to lock it down.
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Yes it is possible. And it is actually not that much work.
#1 be rooted
#2 put in tmobile sim and restart phone (cant change apn with vzw sim)
#3 change the apn settings for voice and data to t mobile (google it)
I have been using a verizon i545 S4 on tmobile for 3 weeks now. I have voice text and 4g h+ data.
The S4 is global, even if verizon tries to lock it down.
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how are you getting 4g? I'm only getting 2g ;-; i'v ebeen asking everywhere but everybody seems to think it cant be done i guess? I just get ignored by the usually helpful community.
I am also on hyperdrive, have you looked at their coverage map? And what apn are you using tmobile has 3. Standard phones, smart phones, and I believe one for hipsters aka apple? The proper apn starts with fast. (Its 645 in the morning google it yourself)
Another thing to consider, you might be getting 4g or h what ever, t mobile is half as fast as verizon. I had to use xposed framework to turn on the proper icons.
The steps I posted are all I did, other than being on hyperdrivre rom. Try setting to gsm as your preffered network?
Im sorry people have ignored this and claim its impossible, the tmobile guy in store actually got his manager to come use my phone after I got it working in front of him in store. The store manager told the employee I must be some super hacker and this isnt possible for normal people. All i did was imout the apn and the sim nothing crazy.
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Yes it is possible. And it is actually not that much work.
#1 be rooted
#2 put in tmobile sim and restart phone (cant change apn with vzw sim)
#3 change the apn settings for voice and data to t mobile (google it)
I have been using a verizon i545 S4 on tmobile for 3 weeks now. I have voice text and 4g h+ data.
The S4 is global, even if verizon tries to lock it down.
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Will this always work with straight talk... I am now rooted
silentshadow310 said:
Will this always work with straight talk... I am now rooted
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There is already a guide for straight talk here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2672843
Drake9897 said:
how are you getting 4g? I'm only getting 2g ;-; i'v ebeen asking everywhere but everybody seems to think it cant be done i guess? I just get ignored by the usually helpful community.
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Sorry I have been out of the loop for a while with work and such... Did you ever get your 4G or LTE to work properly?
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Will this always work with straight talk... I am now rooted
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What this guy said above this comment. I know nothing about straight talk, and someone already wrote a guide on how to do it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2672843:good:
I have recently ended a 2 year contract with Verizon and I am wanting to go to a different carrier. What carrier could I go to with this phone with a sim card? Thanks
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I have recently ended a 2 year contract with Verizon and I am wanting to go to a different carrier. What carrier could I go to with this phone with a sim card? Thanks
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at&t would be the only one with close coverage to Verizon anyone else would be a hood rat cell phone that works in the city but everywhere its garbage. (unlimited data on non LTE carriers is a waste because its so slow and unreliable)
matt1733 said:
at&t would be the only one with close coverage to Verizon anyone else would be a hood rat cell phone that works in the city but everywhere its garbage. (unlimited data on non LTE carriers is a waste because its so slow and unreliable)
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What do I need to do to get it unlocked so it can be used on AT&T?
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What do I need to do to get it unlocked so it can be used on AT&T?
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Nothing.
k1mu said:
Nothing.
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So I can just put in a sim card and have the service turned on?
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So I can just put in a sim card and have the service turned on?
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Yes.
Perhaps you could read one of the dozens of other threads where this has already been asked and answered?
There are several threads on using the I545 on T-Mobile and AT&T, which discuss the issues with different LTE bands, etc.
The I545 isn't SIM-locked, so you can use what you want, but if your new carrier doesn't share frequencies with Verizon, then you find it hard to find service.
Its worked for me on Straight talk. The problem i'm having is no mms picture,just text...I double checked my APN settings with no luck. Any suggestions ?
I have a LG G3 verizon with bad ESN i ve heard that comes gsm factory unlock and can insert a tmobile or a&tt sim card, i just put a Tmobile sim card and doesnt read it what can i do to fix this and the phone be able to read any sim card? actually have a LG G2 verizon and is working with Tmobile sim card please help me thanks
Did you change the network setting?
spotmark said:
Did you change the network setting?
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YES i did and nothing i changed network mode to lte/ gsm/umts
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YES i did and nothing i changed network mode to lte/ gsm/umts
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Did you change APN settings?
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Did you change APN settings?
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Yes i did and nothing, do you think is for the bad esn with verizon? or that doesn't matter if I use it with any other GSM sim card
That should only matter for Verizon I believe
If memory recalls, GSM is only for overseas. I believe it's locked down for USA for the v985.
Im not sure how that court ruling for unlocked smartphone effects the v985 so I don't know if its unlocked.
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If memory recalls, GSM is only for overseas. I believe it's locked down for USA for the v985.
Im not sure how that court ruling for unlocked smartphone effects the v985 so I don't know if its unlocked.
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So if mine its verizon locked with bad esn can't be used with any GSM carrier inside USA just can be used with gsm for overseas?
RHChan84 said:
If memory recalls, GSM is only for overseas. I believe it's locked down for USA for the v985.
Im not sure how that court ruling for unlocked smartphone effects the v985 so I don't know if its unlocked.
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No... I don't believe this is correct. For verizon to be able to use the computer block spectrum... Their 4g devices are required to be sim unlocked. They can be used for us carriers... As long as it has the proper radios.
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My Verizon vs985 works on both Cricket and T-Mobile pre-paid Sims once I have installed the right APNs and switched modes. You must reboot after setting the APN. It works in the USA as well as outside, given radio frequency compatibility. I even get LTE on band4, where available.
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I just got the VS985 and popped in my ST AT&T SIM. I did have to enter the ST apn but I left the network mode at global and everything works: voice, data (LTE), mms. I applied the hotspot mod and that works too. :good:
joarce said:
I just got the VS985 and popped in my ST AT&T SIM. I did have to enter the ST apn but I left the network mode at global and everything works: voice, data (LTE), mms. I applied the hotspot mod and that works too. :good:
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Good to know since I am switching to AT&T :good:
He has a phone with a "BAD ESN".
If it has been blacklisted there is nothing he can do.
I quite frankly won't help a person with a phone with a "BAD ESN".
He either got ripped off, bought a device cheap that was reported stolen, etc or he stole it.
In any case I'm pretty sure it violates the terms of this site to help someone with a less than legally acquired phone.
It's a brick or a good wifi device.
BAD ESN (MEID) can be reported across carriers and will not be able to be activated anywhere in the US.
I never really knew what a bad esn was other than you couldn't activate it on Verizon. I always thought it was someone who didn't pay their bill or something. Didn't know it meant stolen phone. Thanks for the heads up.
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318sugarhill said:
I never really knew what a bad esn was other than you couldn't activate it on Verizon. I always thought it was someone who didn't pay their bill or something. Didn't know it meant stolen phone. Thanks for the heads up.
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Bad ESN can be flagged due to a number of things:
1. Bill not paid while under contract => They own the phone so they blacklist it.
2. Broken contract with device not returned => They own the phone so they blacklist it.
3. Insurance claim filed => Phone should be returned to provider, if not blacklisted.
4. Lost or stolen
There may be others, but the gist is the phone has a shady past if the ESN is bad.
No help.
same situation here, is the APN setting automatic? I am on cm13 with 35b bootstack
can phone with bad ESN be banned overseas too ????
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so it will work with gsm carrier overseas ???