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[Q] APN Settings, where?

Where are the APN settings stored? I mean the file or whatever. Can I backup them?
Thanks.

They are not in the phone. You should add it manually. You can contact your network operator to configure it correctly or you can find the settings on your network operator web page.

y_n_t said:
They are not in the phone. You should add it manually. You can contact your network operator to configure it correctly or you can find the settings on your network operator web page.
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Actually, they are In some database, or something...
You can backup and restore them using an app on the market ("APN backup and restore", or something like that, not using it personally...)

vlefevre86 said:
Actually, they are In some database, or something...
You can backup and restore them using an app on the market ("APN backup and restore", or something like that, not using it personally...)
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But is more easier to add them manually.

y_n_t said:
But is more easier to add them manually.
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Mine are set up automatically, I don't have to do anything

well, thx for that I will have a look in the market ... I thought they are stored in a file or whatever, on the phone.
cause I need to enter them after each flash
Edit: got the app --> http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.riteshsahu.APNBackupRestore

File with APN is stored on "apns-conf.xml" somewhere, i dont know exactly where, sdcard or root (cannot serch, charging my galaxy with power off, right now). I have same file from cyanogen firmware, but dont know prepare for our device, always have some error. This file have APN data almost from all world operators.
Best regards

miro666 said:
File with APN is stored on "apns-conf.xml" somewhere, i dont know exactly where, sdcard or root (cannot serch, charging my galaxy with power off, right now). I have same file from cyanogen firmware, but dont know prepare for our device, always have some error. This file have APN data almost from all world operators.
Best regards
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yes I saw those APN of the other operators. after backing up with the app I looked into this .xml file which is generated by the app and I got 60 entries. but i see only mine in the settings pane on the phone, how come

That was me strange too. But i think, maybe when you etc. go in roaming or chnging SIM card from other operator, connecting with this other operator, we got other APN points in Settings panel. I was make this, and have APN , hanging from wich operater sim card is in my galaxy...(T-Mobile Croatia, VIPnet, and Tele2)
Regards

[Q] install xt883 rom with safestrap

i apologise for being a noob, i am from india and i recently purchased a droid 3, when i unlocked my droid 3 i was able to make calls and send text messages with all the GSM sims but none had data available in them, after some research i got to know that xt862 rom doesn't provide gsm data support internationally and i will have to install a Chinese xt882 rom for it to work. well at the start i didn't any idea of whatsoever ROM or root or safestarp ment but after a lot of research and reading i was able to root and safestrap my phone but when i tried installing xt882 rom using safestrap it came with an error. can any one please help me with this as i would really love to use my phone daily. i don't want it to end up as expensive music player

shantan said:
i apologise for being a noob, i am from india and i recently purchased a droid 3, when i unlocked my droid 3 i was able to make calls and send text messages with all the GSM sims but none had data available in them, after some research i got to know that xt862 rom doesn't provide gsm data support internationally and i will have to install a Chinese xt882 rom for it to work. well at the start i didn't any idea of whatsoever ROM or root or safestarp ment but after a lot of research and reading i was able to root and safestrap my phone but when i tried installing xt882 rom using safestrap it came with an error. can any one please help me with this as i would really love to use my phone daily. i don't want it to end up as expensive music player
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You have to get the correct APN (Access Point Name) for your provider to make data/MMS to work, you should not require the XT883 firmware. Just try google with your SIM provider followed by APN settings.. such as "Orange UK APN Settings" or check their website, or give them a call for the correct APN settings. Some SIMs have the APNs locked into the SIM, some of them do not include APNs (You might check a phone from the SIM provider for the APN).
When you find the correct settings, go to Settings > Wireless & Network settings > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names
Create a new APN and enter the info you found. Also check Battery & Data Manager > Data delivery to ensure data is enabled.

Skreelink said:
You have to get the correct APN (Access Point Name) for your provider to make data/MMS to work, you should not require the XT883 firmware. Just try google with your SIM provider followed by APN settings.. such as "Orange UK APN Settings" or check their website, or give them a call for the correct APN settings. Some SIMs have the APNs locked into the SIM, some of them do not include APNs (You might check a phone from the SIM provider for the APN).
When you find the correct settings, go to Settings > Wireless & Network settings > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names
Create a new APN and enter the info you found. Also check Battery & Data Manager > Data delivery to ensure data is enabled.
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i got the access point name from my provider but when i go in to Settings > Wireless & Network settings > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names the APN screen shows up blank with no functions to create or edit APN

shantan said:
i got the access point name from my provider but when i go in to Settings > Wireless & Network settings > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names the APN screen shows up blank with no functions to create or edit APN
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Tap the menu softkey at the APN screen and tap add APN.

Skreelink said:
Tap the menu softkey at the APN screen and tap add APN.
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cheers for the help, one last favour as i am new to ROMs can you suggest a good and easy ROM that i can put in to an sd card and install it with safestrap without any hassle

shantan said:
cheers for the help, one last favour as i am new to ROMs can you suggest a good and easy ROM that i can put in to an sd card and install it with safestrap without any hassle
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I personally use MavRom (Maverick Rom) version 4.0, as version 4.5 has a battery drain issue with the overclock script. It's based on 906 with modifications and tweaks.

Skreelink said:
I personally use MavRom (Maverick Rom) version 4.0, as version 4.5 has a battery drain issue with the overclock script. It's based on 906 with modifications and tweaks.
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so i was going through this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1406812 for flashing xt883 radio on my phone as the reception is very bad i had a few doubts
1) do you connect your phone to the pc while doing this
2) do you download root explorer on your phone from the app store and are there any free ones
3) and how do you go about doing this ( Use root explorer to push the build.prop into the system folder )
i am very sorry for being such a noob, its my first android phone

shantan said:
so i was going through this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1406812 for flashing xt883 radio on my phone as the reception is very bad i had a few doubts
1) do you connect your phone to the pc while doing this
2) do you download root explorer on your phone from the app store and are there any free ones
3) and how do you go about doing this ( Use root explorer to push the build.prop into the system folder )
i am very sorry for being such a noob, its my first android phone
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On Stock and Blur based roms, there's a little line in the build.prop that Verizon snuck in.. that makes any GSM network appear to have bad reception (only 1~2 bars) but if you check under status, the reception is actually good. You can fix that by editing this line in build.prop;
ro.mot.phonemode.vzwglobalphone=1
Change the 1 to 0 and save, then reboot, this should fix the 'reception issue'
A free root browser would be JRummy's Root browser lite, or ES File Explorer (you can enable root browsing in settings).
Build.prop is in /system
IF YOU INSIST ON FLASHING XT883 (Only required for using AT&T/T-Mobile/Other USA GSM networks)
Open a root browser; copy the build.prop you have to the SDCard or somewhere safe. Copy the build.prop (after you edit the line I mentioned before on the PC, you can use notepad). After you put it in /system MAKE SURE YOU FIX THE PERMISSIONS. Most root browsers just long-press build.prop, then tap permissions (ES is Properties > permissions) Check only Read (on all three, user, other, etc) and Write on Owner ONLY.
Then use the fastboot instructions to flash the XT883 radio. THIS WILL BREAK VERIZON CDMA.

[FIXED] Problem APN setting on 4.2.2 roms

For those who travels outside the country.
I upgraded to 4.2.2 on my phone. Now I'm deploying in Afghanistan, bought a Roshan SIM card from a local shop for $2. I couldn't get the phone to connect to mobile network, or internet and couldn't access APN mode from the settings. I've tried to upgrade different ROMs 4.2.2 with same issue.
Resolve:
Phone must be rooted
- open and edit file /system/build.prop
- look for these lines:
- telephony.rilV7NeedCDMALTEPhone ...... set = false, or disable the line with #
- gsm.current.phone-type ...... set 0=none, 1=gsm, or disable the line with #
- reboot the phone.
Addition note:
To edit APN setting file manually; /system/etc/apns-conf.xml

thanks a lot for that, i just use xt925's roms and it work, but this will give me the opportunity to try all roms , thanks again.

saranay said:
Phone must be rooted
- open and edit file /system/build.prop
- look for a line: telephony.rilV7NeedCDMALTEPhone
- set = false, or delete the line
- reboot the phone.
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I did this and nothing changed in the Mobile Network Settings. I've only tried this in the CM10 Nightly 4.2.2 by Skrilax.
What else is necessary to achieve an APN Settings section in 4.2.2? THANKS

KeepingItCuttingEdge said:
I did this and nothing changed in the Mobile Network Settings. I've only tried this in the CM10 Nightly 4.2.2 by Skrilax.
What else is necessary to achieve an APN Settings section in 4.2.2? THANKS
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on xenon hd rom, you will find the access points in settings, if you dont want try xenon, then download APN backup application from play store, most of them will open the APN settings for you

KeepingItCuttingEdge said:
I did this and nothing changed in the Mobile Network Settings. I've only tried this in the CM10 Nightly 4.2.2 by Skrilax.
What else is necessary to achieve an APN Settings section in 4.2.2? THANKS
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Can you open APN setting on Mobile Network Setting?
Also you edit APN setting manually /system/etc/apns-conf.xml

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saranay said:
For those who travels outside the country.
I upgraded to 4.2.2 on my phone. Now I'm deploying in Afghanistan, bought a Roshan SIM card from a local shop for $2. I couldn't get the phone to connect to mobile network, or internet and couldn't access APN mode from the settings. I've tried to upgrade different ROMs 4.2.2 with same issue.
Resolve:
Phone must be rooted
- open and edit file /system/build.prop
- look for these lines:
- telephony.rilV7NeedCDMALTEPhone ...... set = false, or disable the line with #
- gsm.current.phone-type ...... set 0=none, 1=gsm, or disable the line with #
- reboot the phone.
Addition note:
To edit APN setting file manually; /system/etc/apns-conf.xml
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I tried to perform the procedure on my razr hd xt925, because my 4g is not working, and after making changes the cell did not. Did anyone have a build.prop Brazil retail that I can simply copy and paste in my razr?

Unable to add or edit APN settings

Hello, I have a Verizon DE and am having trouble receiving MMS. I believe the issue is because the MMS port in the APN settings is blank.
However I am unable to add a new APN or edit anything except the name of the existing one. I have tried reseting the APN to default, adding lines to buildprop and even a few apps from the play store with no luck. I'm bootloader unlocked running stock rooted 4.4.4.
Anyone have any other suggestions?

Yes, SQLite editor can help you edit, add, delete Apn ....i need to refresh my memor to get you the exact location of the file to edit...look for telephony.db ...gotta be rooted of course
subprime said:
Hello, I have a Verizon DE and am having trouble receiving MMS. I believe the issue is because the MMS port in the APN settings is blank.
However I am unable to add a new APN or edit anything except the name of the existing one. I have tried reseting the APN to default, adding lines to buildprop and even a few apps from the play store with no luck. I'm bootloader unlocked running stock rooted 4.4.4.
Anyone have any other suggestions?
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[GUIDE] How to fix "Domestic Roaming" on Sprint (and other) Nougat (and other) ROMs

[GUIDE] How to fix "Domestic Roaming" on Sprint (and other) Nougat (and other) ROMs
One of the issues with running the latest Nougat ROMs on this device is that they all say "Domestic Roaming" instead of "Sprint" and also display an R instead of 3G, 1x, etc on the signal display. After much research, I've found out it's that the phone doesn't recognize the tower as a Sprint tower and thus assumes you're roaming. The fix for that is in a little file called eri.xml. What I did was take the file from this OP (all credit goes to him) and modify it a little to get it working properly (it only had three of the four needed Roaming Indicators). I've attached my modified version to the OP of this thread, but here are the steps if you want to create your own. Note that this can be done on a PC or on your phone directly. You will need root! (but since you are most likely needing this for a custom ROM, you probably have it).
If you are just using my file directly:
Download the file and copy to phone if not downloading from there.
Copy and paste the eri.xml file to /data using the file manager of your choice (must be able to browse using root).
Change the permissions on the file to 777 (ie to Read Write eXecute for Owner, Group, and Others).
Reboot phone.
If you are going to make adjustments:
Download the file.
Unzip the file and then open eri.xml in a text editor.
Open up this list of Roaming Indicators from this Github eri.xml source
On that site, use your browser's find feature to search for your carrier. For Sprint, there are four of them (0, 1, 99, 123).
In your text editor, edit RoamingIndicator="#" to match your carrier's roaming indicator number and edit EriText="Sprint" to match your carrier's name. Note that you can change the name to whatever you want and it will scroll if it's too long (or so I've read).
Repeat step 5 for all the roaming indicator numbers for your carrier.
If you need to add extra ones, use copy and paste to do so.
Make sure that NumberOfEriEntries="#" matches the number of entries you have when you finish.
Save eri.xml and copy it to your phone if it's not already there.
Copy and paste file to /data using the file manager of your choice (must be able to browse using root).
Change the permissions on the file to 777 (ie to Read Write eXecute for Owner, Group, and Others).
Reboot phone.
At this point, you should see Sprint as your carrier and no more R on the network meter in the status bar.
I almost didn't create a new thread as I didn't do much, but I wanted to keep all the Q&A and troubleshooting in one place and not clutter the other threads. Plus, I wanted to expand upon some of the steps on what you have to do. If you have any questions or need help, please let me know.
Credits:
snandlal for his eri.xml file and tutorial to get me started (give the man a thanks!)
Hexagon ROM guys for displaying their source on Github

Works for me, thanks a ton!

Tried this; got "Changing permissions was not successful. Please note that some file systems do not allow permission changes." Please help!

clarkkentdroid said:
Tried this; got "Changing permissions was not successful. Please note that some file systems do not allow permission changes." Please help!
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The only time I see something like that is if the file manager isn't root capable, it doesn't get root permissions somehow, or the phone isn't rooted. What file managing app are you using? I did this successfully using Solid Explorer File Manager, although I'm sure any other one that gets root would do.

coal686 said:
The only time I see something like that is if the file manager isn't root capable, it doesn't get root permissions somehow, or the phone isn't rooted. What file managing app are you using? I did this successfully using Solid Explorer File Manager, although I'm sure any other one that gets root would do.
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I used root browser on Resurrection Remix. It has Privacy Guard which asked if I wanted to grant root browser access, and I granted it. Root browser asked me to install busybox, which I did. I moved the file to /data successfully. However, it still didn't gain permission successfully.

clarkkentdroid said:
I used root browser on Resurrection Remix. It has Privacy Guard which asked if I wanted to grant root browser access, and I granted it. Root browser asked me to install busybox, which I did. I moved the file to /data successfully. However, it still didn't gain permission successfully.
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Hmm... I looked and that's the exact ROM I tested it on. You'll find my post on the first page and yours is on the second. I don't think I installed a different su program like SuperSU. Two ideas:
1. Make sure you give Root Browser permanent root access.
2. Try a different file manager. I used Solid Explorer with no issue. If you don't want to buy it, try other free ones first. I think MiExplorer (I think that's its name) is free on XDA and is nice.

Thanks for the suggestions. I used solid explorer and it seemed like it worked. Permissions were still 777 after reboot, but I still don't get mobile data. My network says "Sprint" instead of "Domestic Roaming", at least.
Changing roms doesn't help, correct?

clarkkentdroid said:
Thanks for the suggestions. I used solid explorer and it seemed like it worked. Permissions were still 777 after reboot, but I still don't get mobile data. My network says "Sprint" instead of "Domestic Roaming", at least.
Changing roms doesn't help, correct?
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Not getting mobile data is different than what this file does. This just fixes the displaying Domestic Roaming issue - it's just cosmetic.
I had no data issues on that ROM. The One m7 lacks some of Sprint's LTE bands and well it's Sprint, but that's not a ROM issue. Maybe try flashing back to a Sense ROM and updating Profile and PRL and then flash back to RR.

Your GitHub link to the list of roaming indicators seems to 404.

Yankee14 said:
Your GitHub link to the list of roaming indicators seems to 404.
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Thanks! I've fixed the link to a similar one. The original link was the same file as this one and both only seemed to include Sprint. But, you can find Verizon there as well. As for others, you may need to search to get the right numbers.

coal686 said:
Hmm... I looked and that's the exact ROM I tested it on. You'll find my post on the first page and yours is on the second. I don't think I installed a different su program like SuperSU. Two ideas:
1. Make sure you give Root Browser permanent root access.
2. Try a different file manager. I used Solid Explorer with no issue. If you don't want to buy it, try other free ones first. I think MiExplorer (I think that's its name) is free on XDA and is nice.
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AFter having a similar issue, and switching to Solid Explorer, I was able to change the permissions on the file, however it's still showing up as "Domestic Roaming". File is in /data and shows permissions as "777 -rwxrwxrwx"
Any help or ideas?
Thanks

TalyWhackin said:
AFter having a similar issue, and switching to Solid Explorer, I was able to change the permissions on the file, however it's still showing up as "Domestic Roaming". File is in /data and shows permissions as "777 -rwxrwxrwx"
Any help or ideas?
Thanks
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Are you on Sprint? Also, what ROM are you running?

Yes I'm on Sprint. Just installed Resurrection remix 5.8.2

TalyWhackin said:
Yes I'm on Sprint. Just installed Resurrection remix 5.8.2
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I think I tested on that one and it worked. If you followed the steps completely (restarted?), then I'm not sure why it's still telling you "Domestic Roaming" unless you truly are roaming.
Problem is, my m7 isn't activated anymore, so I can't really verify that nothing's changed with the ROMs since I tested things. Although they shouldn't have since I don't think they've been updated (I'm pretty sure I tested on 5.8.2 or RR).