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A month ago I bought a Nexus One phone on eBay (so it came from USA). Now the thing is that I am stuck in EDGE, and can't use the 3G network of my operator (Movistar). I live in a zone where there is no 3G service so I didn't notice it at first, but when I go to another zone, one with 3G, I'm still in EDGE!
Is it because I use the Movistar network? Should I switch to another service provider (Nextel or Claro)? or do I have the wrong phone for my country?
Yup. I'm pretty sure that's the reason...Phone from US with US (att or tmobile) bands. Vodafone is the carrier overseas that carries the N1 I think...
try to dial *#*#4636#*#* in dialer
then go into "Phone Information" -> "Set preferred network type"
is that set to GSM only?
Find out what version of the phone you have. One has tmobile 3g the other att.
Find out what bands the 3g are on in your country etc.
My bet is you got the tmobile USA version. And your network uses same bands as att in the states. Chances are all the networks their are on the same band.
momomok said:
try to dial *#*#4636#*#* in dialer
then go into "Phone Information" -> "Set preferred network type"
is that set to GSM only?
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Nope, it shows a lot of options, and it is set to 'WCDMA preferred'.
albundy2010 said:
Find out what version of the phone you have. One has tmobile 3g the other att.
Find out what bands the 3g are on in your country etc.
My bet is you got the tmobile USA version. And your network uses same bands as att in the states. Chances are all the networks their are on the same band.
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So I am screwed :S I should ask the seller for the version of the phone (even though I think I can find it under the battery: PB99100).
How can I know the 3g bands in Peru? Is there nothing I can do?
PB99100 is the T-mo version...
Yeah you have the wrong version. You need the att version for 3g to work in peru. Sorry
Hello,
I have the Droid 3 with Verizon, unlocked, with verizon vodafone sim activated. I am currently in Canada, and am wondering why it will not connect to GSM/HSDPA towers.
If I go into the wireless and networks -> mobile networks -> Operator selection the phone will show me Rogers 2G, Rogers 3G, Bell, and Telus networks.
I also get this error for all three in the drop down menu, the name just changes:
No service
Selected network (CAN Rogers wireless inc. 3g) unavailable.
I have all the APN's entered for all three of those carriers, and can select them with an application named APN Manager, however none of those APN's show up in my wireless and networks -> mobile networks -> access point names. Both the vodafone APN's are unselected though.
I am looking to get on this GSM/HSDPA network, as when I am out in the country there is only 1x dial up internet on CDMA, and HSDPA available in the country.
If anyone can help me out, let me know!
Thanks much, in advance!
I have posted this exact same question at Howardforums. Here is the link to that thread:
/showthread.php/1736801-Q-Droid-3-GSM-Roaming
You will have to first go to howardforums website, then add the above part
Forgot to mention: I tried a Rogers and a Telus sim card and they both got calling service.
Not sure if Verizon has roaming agreement with any of the Canadian GSM networks. You can roam using CDMA here without any problem. I believe Telus is backing up Verizon here when it comes to CDMA.
If you want to use GSM you can put a SIM from any of the operators here (except AWS ones) and you will be fine since you have unlocked phone. Cheaper to use too, of course if using local SIM is an option for you. If you will be using local SIM you will need to define APNs or you won't get data connection. Head over Google for the settings for each of the operators here (Canada)
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leobg said:
Not sure if Verizon has roaming agreement with any of the Canadian GSM networks. You can roam using CDMA here without any problem. I believe Telus is backing up Verizon here when it comes to CDMA.
If you want to use GSM you can put a SIM from any of the operators here (except AWS ones) and you will be fine since you have unlocked phone. Cheaper to use too, of course if using local SIM is an option for you. If you will be using local SIM you will need to define APNs or you won't get data connection. Head over Google for the settings for each of the operators here (Canada)
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Thanks Leobg. I believe you are right that there is no roaming agreement for GSM, which makes sense. Verizon lady told me otherwise
This phone is going back though, as I was looking for some HSPA while in the country.
I was using Droid3 and Droid4 with Mexican SIMS, IUSACEL and TELCEL without problem. Now Im at Canada and Rogers SIM doesnt work on both phnes. I guess they are locked, can you describe me how to unlock where i do purchase unlocking codes?
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If you are on a contract with Verizon, you can ask them for unlock code,
Insert a sim card which it ain't accepting, enter the unlock code and its done.
Don't forget --- Settings -> Wireless & Networks -> Mobile Networks -> Network Mode -> GSM/UMTS
But I believe once unlocked, Verizon doesn't work on it.
It sounds like the SIM. Or try switching to CDMA. I think the Canadian carriers still have CDMA on their towers (used to a few years ago) and maybe that's the roaming the lady means.
I have a galaxy tab 7 from T-mobile. I have updated my firmware to newest overcome rom but I don't know what modem I should use for it. I live here in the Philippines which is part of Asia. I want to use a modem with call and 3g function. Additionally, when changing modem, will it wipe out my system? Thanks in advance.
I have the T-Mobile SGH-T849 too.
Use JPZ modem in Asia/Australia/Europe should be fine.
No, flashing modem will not wipe your system.
After flashing go to setting About Phone and check your baseband
it should have changed to something-something-JPZ
yup, I'm using JPZ on my tab, but I don't have 3g.. i only have edge.. can I still revert back to having 3g instead of call?
which network in the Philippines? maybe we can find out what frequency your network use.
It is weird. I thought asia uses GSM 900/1800MHz and HSPA at 2100MHz, which is what the JPZ does.
The original modem (JJB) can be found here.
http://devphone.org/files/gtab7/modems/
But T-Mobile modem is meant for T-Mobile user to have 3G, even them won't get voice call with it.
Are you sure your area has good 3G reception?
I'm not familiar with frequencies and such, but i'm using Smart here in the Philippines. Can you help me determine what network I should use?
http://obsessivecoder.com/2010/09/19/philippines-gsm-frequency-band/
Smart Communications 900 MHz/1800 MHz W-CDMA (UMTS) 2100 MHz
Exactly the same as other GSM I know in Singapore/Indonesia/Australia
Can you check your setting just to make sure you are not restricting your wireless to 2G only?
EDIT: I am not sure if you edited your post. But I thought I read you get E only.
Now I can't see any of that in your post.
Do you get mobile network working at all?
If not, then the issue is with your APN.
You need the right APN for Smart
i've set it on wcdma but it does not pickup any signal. i still only have edge.
Menu -> Settings -> Wireless controls -> Mobile networks -> Uncheck .. only 2G
I got more info on APN:
APN Settings for Smart Bro
Postpaid APN: smartbro
Prepaid APN: smartbro
APN Settings for Smart Buddy, Smart Gold
APN: internet
i'm still on EDGE.
Last try:
http://androidforums.com/samsung-ga...rk-frequency-your-samsung-i9000-galaxy-s.html
forget about the references to 850MHz,
access the menu and make sure you have stuff selected for 900MHz 1800MHz and 2100MHz
normally we have 3G on 900 and 1800, and 3.5G on 2100MHz
still not working
you can confirm that the same SIM card in other phone, at your present location, gets 3G?
yup, on my galaxy y, 3g is ok
and APN in that phone is the same?
EDIT: try other modems. KM2 for example
went back to t-mobile modem for the mean time. will try out km2 later. from the modem list, most of them are for gingerbread 2.3.3, but mine is 2.3.6. will there be any conflict with that?
nope.
even froyo modem works.
we use JPZ through to ICS as well.
Does T-mobile modem gives you 3G?
yup, it gives me full hsdpa connection speed.
hi mahan21,
Not sure if you are still looking for the modem.
try T959UVJL5 modem from the Galaxy S T-mobile.
I was baffled because I am really sure I get 3G/H on JPZ but I check again I can't.
I even restock to GB stock safe, no luck.
So after searching, I found the JL5 modem
and it works!
3G/H and voice call on T-mobile tab in Asia (Well, Optus Australia but it is the same GSM/UMTS combination)
Get the modem here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881555
(the one the OP attached, not the multiupload which is dead)
I have a HTC One M8 sprint that i bought on Ebay, i have no problem to make and receive calls after i unlocked it but there is no mobile internet.
My APN Settings is correct, however i only have the option of bearer: LTE or eHRPD or Unspecified
When i search for networks on my normal phone i always get two options:
Movistar 2G
Movistar 3G
Vodafone 2G
Vodafone 3G
and the other networks here.
On the HTC that i sim unlocked i only get:
Movistar
Vodafone
Orange
There is no indication on if it is 2G or 3G.
*#*#4636#*#*
Have set it at GSM Auto PRL and restarted the phone, i have also tried all other network types without success.
Under Phone Info i get Current Network Movistar
GPRS Disconnected (Cant seem to activate that)
GSM: In Service
Network Type: Unknown
I have tried different radios, but no one has worked and they all end up with the phone entering a loop where it restarts and cant recognice the SIM card.
Mobile Network Settings:
Network mode: GSM/UMTS Only
Allow GSM Data: Ticked the box
Is there anyone who has been in the same situation and who has found a solution?
I have seen a number of posts where people say that they cant get data but calls is working, but the only resolution that people has offered is to set the GSM Auto PRL and restart the phone, that has not worked for me.
Very happy for any help that you can give!
Thanks
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I have a HTC One M8 sprint that i bought on Ebay, i have no problem to make and receive calls after i unlocked it but there is no mobile internet.
My APN Settings is correct, however i only have the option of bearer: LTE or eHRPD or Unspecified
When i search for networks on my normal phone i always get two options:
Movistar 2G
Movistar 3G
Vodafone 2G
Vodafone 3G
and the other networks here.
On the HTC that i sim unlocked i only get:
Movistar
Vodafone
Orange
There is no indication on if it is 2G or 3G.
*#*#4636#*#*
Have set it at GSM Auto PRL and restarted the phone, i have also tried all other network types without success.
Under Phone Info i get Current Network Movistar
GPRS Disconnected (Cant seem to activate that)
GSM: In Service
Network Type: Unknown
I have tried different radios, but no one has worked and they all end up with the phone entering a loop where it restarts and cant recognice the SIM card.
Mobile Network Settings:
Network mode: GSM/UMTS Only
Allow GSM Data: Ticked the box
Is there anyone who has been in the same situation and who has found a solution?
I have seen a number of posts where people say that they cant get data but calls is working, but the only resolution that people has offered is to set the GSM Auto PRL and restart the phone, that has not worked for me.
Very happy for any help that you can give!
Thanks
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This section is for the HTC One M7, for the M8, go here.
You might find more help there.
StormyNight said:
This section is for the HTC One M7, for the M8, go here.
You might find more help there.
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Thanks, will remove the post now
Hello.
I changed my motherboard recently to a MB I bought from AliExpress. MB is a WCDMA version. It works fine, but it does not register onto 3g networks. The same sim works in 3g in my other phone. When I search networks manually it shows awailable 3g networks. But when I select one it fails to register into a network. Please can someone help me with solving this issue.
Thank you
The model number says mi3w. Are there different varients of mi3w which doesn't support wcdma bands outside China?
My model says WCDMA. Are there different versions of WCDMA which do not work outside China?