[Q] sprint galaxy tab on boost mobile - Galaxy Tab Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I saw that woot had the sprint galaxy tab for 260 and then i also saw that on craigslist people were advertising that they can flash the sprint tab to work on the boost mobile prepaid unlimited data plan which is around $10 a month. Is this legit? How is that done? I have tried searching for info but have come up empty. Does anyone have any experience with this?

i would like to know how
how can this be done?

just ordered one (yesterday)
I just ordered one of these spring galaxy tabs flashed to boost mobile yesterday. New (Sprint overstock, without original packaging), rooted, flashed, a month of internet paid for, + car charger, around $400.
The tab will be on the prepaid pay-as-you-go plan, meaning that everyday that I connect to 3G 35cents are deducted from my account. Otherwise, I can use WIFI without paying for the day.
I'll let you know how it goes when I get it (hopefully by Fri/Sat)!

I've heard the same thing, but that the Sprint version could be flashed to Cricket Wireless. Including actually taking calls. Has anyone had experience with this?

So it looks like you have to have the MSL for the device and then you have to get the MSID DEC value imported into the carrier's database (Cricket or Boost). Then you have to change some values on the device itself through some hidden menus. You also have to already have an account with the service provider. There's some companies in FL and CA that will do this for $100. It shouldn't be that expensive IMO, but for $11/month for 3G service it's hard to not pay for it.

Anyone know of how to actually do it? I have vzw tab and for 11 bucks a month Id gladly perform this.

I found a service out of Florida that will do it, but they say you have to send the Tab in for them to do it.

If you want to get it done shoot me a pm. I know some1 that knows some1

shoot me a pm

PM was shot.

So if i'm reading this right.. one could technically go get a free (or super cheap) boost mobile phone for the unlimted monthly data plan, then call em and give em the meid/msl and have the sprint tab work? I'd be curious to know what else is involved..

I'm curious about this too. I just got my Tab tonight & I was shocked at the data plans. I signed up for the 3 gig but I just know it's not gonna be enough. Hopefully someone can figure out exactly how to do this soon.

I actually have a galaxy tab thaf has been flashed to boost. Its not bad. The 3g is very usable but I suspect the speed is being cap'd. I travel back and forth between nyc and central nj and get speed test results of .2-.5 but I don't have or know anyone with a sprint phone to test it against.
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Never got a response. Did any of you?
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Nope. Nothing.

shoot this guy an email and he can get it going for you. he got mine going about a month ago
[email protected]

nathanrazo said:
shoot this guy an email and he can get it going for you. he got mine going about a month ago
[email protected]
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Emailed him.
80 bucks.
There a numerous options on ebay for much cheaper thay can do it OTA (allegedly)

gsu_golfer said:
Emailed him.
80 bucks.
There a numerous options on ebay for much cheaper thay can do it OTA (allegedly)
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What are you searching for on eBay? I don't see any options for converting SGT to Boost on eBay.

DanielNTX said:
What are you searching for on eBay? I don't see any options for converting SGT to Boost on eBay.
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The other guys doing Samsung devices.
As an aside, the guy mentioned (boostursprint) is selling the software on ebay to do it yourself.

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Trade T-mobile Nexus One for ATnT

Hi,
I am looking to trade my T-mobile Nexus One for one which works on ATnT frequencies. I will be arriving in the US in 15 days, and will be residing in Troy, New York (zip 12180).
The bootloader has been unlocked, but otherwise there is no modification/damage whatsoever. The phone is around 20 days old. I've been using a screen protector on it from day 0, so no scratches at all.
Would anyone be interested in a switch?
Note: I am looking for a switch only, please; not interested in selling. I'd prefer that the switch happens in-person. I'll post photos of the phone if anyone is interested, but really, it's brand new, no damage at all
Cheers.
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Alternatively, if someone from India has that ATnT Nexus One and is willing to exchange in the next few days, that works out perfectly for me too. Note that in India, 3G will work on either ATT or T-Mobile Nexus One.
Just FYI, if you come to the states and don't have any credit history or SSN for the US, AT&T is going to charge you a HUGE "deposit" in order to open an account.
Whereas, T-Mobile will offer you a Contract Free plan without deposits, but no discounts on phones. This won't be an issue as you already have an N1.
You can get an Unlimited Everything plan (Minutes, Text and Data) for $79.99/mo.
Talderon said:
Just FYI, if you come to the states and don't have any credit history or SSN for the US, AT&T is going to charge you a HUGE "deposit" in order to open an account.
Whereas, T-Mobile will offer you a Contract Free plan without deposits, but no discounts on phones. This won't be an issue as you already have an N1.
You can get an Unlimited Everything plan (Minutes, Text and Data) for $79.99/mo.
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I would very much want to go for T-mobile. But the problem is, most students in my area will be using ATT. Then if I have tmo, no one will call me, or vice-versa
Also, ATT has some sort of agreement with my university (RPI) where they don't charge a steep deposit for students without SSN.
I did a lot of research, and found that tmo is perfect for me, but due to, let's say, "peer pressure", I'll have to go for ATT
just so you know, ATT does not have no contract plans like Tmo does, you will be stuck in a contract if you go the ATT route, unless ATT has changed their tactics recently.
I would definitely want to avoid ATnT, fervently. But, unlike here in India, in USA even incoming calls are charged, so if most people around me are on ATT, I will have to use that, right?
also, isnt there a student (college) discount for tmobile? Im pretty sure there is.
Blueman101 said:
also, isnt there a student (college) discount for tmobile? Im pretty sure there is.
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That's not the real issue.. The problem is the majority. Is there any way to get around it?
Also, my cousin who is already staying there will add me to a family plan of ATT, which will bring down my cost a bit.
Actually, I don't really need 3G at all.. But problem is, ATT will force it on to me
What is the reasoning behind wanting to change to ATT in the first place?
Blueman101 said:
What is the reasoning behind wanting to change to ATT in the first place?
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I'm currently in India, I will be coming to the US in 15 days. Because most of my seniors and students around my area are on ATnT, won't I have to use ATT? Otherwise no one would be able to call me without both of us incurring charge, except for nights and weekends.
Well if you are on tmo and call someone on att then you will be wasting minutes, but thats normal. My advise if you are still unsure what to do is use tmobile for a month(off contract) then if you needs are not set, either by using all your minutes or what have you, then trade your nexus one in for an att version. Why make a long term 2 year contract without testing the non contract option first.
Thank you Blueman101, nice idea By "off-contract", are you suggesting I go for prepaid? Or "Even More Plus" with Flexpay?
Blueman101 said:
Well if you are on tmo and call someone on att then you will be wasting minutes, but thats normal. My advise if you are still unsure what to do is use tmobile for a month(off contract) then if you needs are not set, either by using all your minutes or what have you, then trade your nexus one in for an att version. Why make a long term 2 year contract without testing the non contract option first.
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I don't think I'll be able to trade via the official HTC return channel.. I'll have to find a person who is willing to swap with me, right?
rohandhruva said:
Hi,
I am looking to trade my T-mobile Nexus One for one which works on ATnT frequencies. I will be arriving in the US in 15 days, and will be residing in Troy, New York (zip 12180).
The bootloader has been unlocked, but otherwise there is no modification/damage whatsoever. The phone is around 20 days old. I've been using a screen protector on it from day 0, so no scratches at all.
Would anyone be interested in a switch?
Note: I am looking for a switch only, please; not interested in selling. I'd prefer that the switch happens in-person. I'll post photos of the phone if anyone is interested, but really, it's brand new, no damage at all
Cheers.
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i may be interested, or rather a friend of mine has at ATT N1 and needs a TMO N1. Send me a PM if interested!
rohandhruva said:
Thank you Blueman101, nice idea By "off-contract", are you suggesting I go for prepaid? Or "Even More Plus" with Flexpay?
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I was suggest the Even More Plus, whether you use flexpay or not is your choice.
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I don't think I'll be able to trade via the official HTC return channel.. I'll have to find a person who is willing to swap with me, right?
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Yeah, trading with another person is probably what you will end up doing.
Glad I could help and welcome (in 15 days) to The States.
mcgoo99 said:
i may be interested, or rather a friend of mine has at ATT N1 and needs a TMO N1. Send me a PM if interested!
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Thanks! Sent you a PM.
Blueman101 said:
I was suggest the Even More Plus, whether you use flexpay or not is your choice.
Yeah, trading with another person is probably what you will end up doing.
Glad I could help and welcome (in 15 days) to The States.
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Thank you very much, for both the welcome and the help
Before you do so, consider this in your decision.
- T-Mobile has unlimited data plan and free tethering atm while Att doesn't.
- T-Mobile has cheaper plans that att. Although ATT to T-Mobile phone calls aren't free, there is a certain amount of minutes in your plan you can use during peak hours or calling other phones from another carrier. I don't think you'll go over 500-700 minutes chit chatting with your pals that's what text msgs are for.
- T-Mobile HSDPA (if theres coverage) so depending on your location is faster than att 3G.
rohandhruva said:
Hi,
I am looking to trade my T-mobile Nexus One for one which works on ATnT frequencies. I will be arriving in the US in 15 days, and will be residing in Troy, New York (zip 12180).
The bootloader has been unlocked, but otherwise there is no modification/damage whatsoever. The phone is around 20 days old. I've been using a screen protector on it from day 0, so no scratches at all.
Would anyone be interested in a switch?
Note: I am looking for a switch only, please; not interested in selling. I'd prefer that the switch happens in-person. I'll post photos of the phone if anyone is interested, but really, it's brand new, no damage at all
Cheers.
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Cross post of this on market: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=7247948
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Alternatively, if someone from India has that ATnT Nexus One and is willing to exchange in the next few days, that works out perfectly for me too. Note that in India, 3G will work on either ATT or T-Mobile Nexus One.
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rjhay22 said:
Before you do so, consider this in your decision.
- T-Mobile has unlimited data plan and free tethering atm while Att doesn't.
- T-Mobile has cheaper plans that att. Although ATT to T-Mobile phone calls aren't free, there is a certain amount of minutes in your plan you can use during peak hours or calling other phones from another carrier. I don't think you'll go over 500-700 minutes chit chatting with your pals that's what text msgs are for.
- T-Mobile HSDPA (if theres coverage) so depending on your location is faster than att 3G.
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Thank you. As a student, I don't think I'll be able to afford data/3G on my phone at all, and neither do I really need it. My only intention in switching to ATnT Nexus One is that if ATnT forces a data plan onto me, I'll be able to utilise it. But if there was a way to avoid a data plan altogether, I'd much rather prefer that!
Hmm yes you do have a point that 500 minutes won't be depleted, and I can talk during the off-peak hours. I think I need to re-evaluate my decision. Sigh, this is confusing!
rohandhruva said:
Thank you. As a student, I don't think I'll be able to afford data/3G on my phone at all, and neither do I really need it. My only intention in switching to ATnT Nexus One is that if ATnT forces a data plan onto me, I'll be able to utilise it. But if there was a way to avoid a data plan altogether, I'd much rather prefer that!
Hmm yes you do have a point that 500 minutes won't be depleted, and I can talk during the off-peak hours. I think I need to re-evaluate my decision. Sigh, this is confusing!
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Reading this thread, I think your best bet is:
1. If you cannot find someone to trade before you get here, fly in here, post on Craig's List LOCALLY and trade face to face, it will be faster and no costs to do so.
2. Since you are going to be added to a family plan, then your costs will be MUCH lower and since you are not getting a subsidized phone, they really can't force a data plan on you either way.
3. IF you decide on T-Mobile, see if your friends have the A-List option on their plans. If they do, they add your number and poof, no minutes to call anytime.
Regardless of what you decide, you really don't have to rush to trade your phone before you get here. It will work on AT&T or T-Mobile and it will be faster and easier to swap once you get here. Just keep it in good condition and make sure the one you get works.
Oh yah I remember... If you have the T-Mobile version of the nexus one then it will also work with att. You just can't have 3g on it, which you do not need in the first place. So you really don't need to trade after all.
rohandhruva said:
I would definitely want to avoid ATnT, fervently. But, unlike here in India, in USA even incoming calls are charged, so if most people around me are on ATT, I will have to use that, right?
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You can. Get Unlimited and youll still save money and it doesnt matter!
(Ex-Tmobile Employee)
Thank you all for your help! Coming from India, where the cellular system very different and very cheap, I really need some orientation
Talderon said:
Reading this thread, I think your best bet is:
1. If you cannot find someone to trade before you get here, fly in here, post on Craig's List LOCALLY and trade face to face, it will be faster and no costs to do so.
2. Since you are going to be added to a family plan, then your costs will be MUCH lower and since you are not getting a subsidized phone, they really can't force a data plan on you either way.
3. IF you decide on T-Mobile, see if your friends have the A-List option on their plans. If they do, they add your number and poof, no minutes to call anytime.
Regardless of what you decide, you really don't have to rush to trade your phone before you get here. It will work on AT&T or T-Mobile and it will be faster and easier to swap once you get here. Just keep it in good condition and make sure the one you get works.
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As I said, I really don't want to swap (especially because this N1 has some sentimental value attached to it, too). My only reason behind doing is that ATT will force a data plan on me, and then I will be paying for a facility which I can't use anyway. However, I am relieved to hear that they can't force a data plan if I don't have a subsidized phone. Do I specifically need to request this, or spend hours with a customer support tech fighting over it?
rjhay22 said:
Oh yah I remember... If you have the T-Mobile version of the nexus one then it will also work with att. You just can't have 3g on it, which you do not need in the first place. So you really don't need to trade after all.
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As I said, I am only worried because I heard that ATnT forces a data plan on you if they detect a smartphone. Is there any way to prevent that?
MANTISxB said:
You can. Get Unlimited and youll still save money and it doesnt matter!
(Ex-Tmobile Employee)
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I don't think I can afford an unlimited plan on Tmo either. And anyway people on ATT will still be charged, so others will be reluctant to call me/accept my calls. The concept of an A-list looks pretty good, though.
So, in the end it all boils down to whether (and how) I can avoid the unnecessary data plan they might add to my line in the family plan

I have struck out 4 times trying to activate my Woot Tab on Sprint Month to Month?

Guys,
I need your help! From time to time I hear success stories on people activating their Woot Galaxy Tabs on a Sprint Month to Month plan. I tried in 3 stores as well as calling employee sales (as a SERO customer I am routed to Employee care) and have been told that there are NO non contract [email protected]!
HELP!
It's B.S, the reps you've spoken to either are trying to force a contract on you for their commissions or they do not know their job. Unfortunately, you just have to keep trying or just walk into a Sprint direct store and see what happens.
Or just get the $11 prepaid data from boost, and flash your tab.
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ranchosteve said:
Or just get the $11 prepaid data from boost, and flash your tab.
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Any idea how to set this up without taking it to a service to have them flash it over? I'd be very interested in having 3g data on this tab for $10-11 a month...
Thanks Soo Much
Boost $11 Data Plan - N/A on Website
ranchosteve said:
Or just get the $11 prepaid data from boost, and flash your tab.
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Do you have info or a link about Boost's $11 data plan? Did you have to call customer service? I've searched and only see the plan mentioned here and on some blogs.
these guys(http://www.robostars.com/) claim to do it, they even have a video of it functioning. they charge a hefty price however ($109), but you'll get unlimited internet for $11 a month,, but the price is a turnoff. < I have not done this nor went to the site...Just linking you to what the guy left who left you empty handed was talking about. COmment on what you think after reading the site..Maybe this is something we can do ourself...Im to lazy to go to the site since they are charging.
I actually just went to the Sprint store to ask about a M2M plan. They told me they could not do it because if you're not on a contract, they can't legally force you to pay your bills. I swear to any god you want me to swear to that is what they said. M2M plans can't be forced to pay their bills.
A. Nonymous said:
I actually just went to the Sprint store to ask about a M2M plan. They told me they could not do it because if you're not on a contract, they can't legally force you to pay your bills. I swear to any god you want me to swear to that is what they said. M2M plans can't be forced to pay their bills.
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Wow, makes me glad i got a Verizon Tab instead. No activation fee, month to month, simple process right on the Tab itself.
LordLugard said:
Wow, makes me glad i got a Verizon Tab instead. No activation fee, month to month, simple process right on the Tab itself.
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Trade you.

[Q for Sprint customers/employees] Any way to get new customer deal with existing #?

Any ideas to sign up as a new customer on Sprint and port a phone number from an existing Sprint account?
Background:
I was using my brother's account. Initially, he got a nice discount through work, then his work offered to pay for his service but with another carrier. So he let me use his discounted Sprint line, which is still in his name except I pay that bill. I'm interested in the HTC One, Sprint is offering $100 off for new customers, but I don't want to change my phone number from the one I've been using. Sprint's chat service said this can't be done after discussing several scenarios... And that's fair because more people like me would abuse the system. Just wondering if there's something we didn't look at. If not, no problem. I'll either come bite the bullet because this seems like an awesome phone or I'll wait for the next best thing that will support Sprint's 800 Mhz LTE network for 2014.
Thanks
port your number to any prepaid service, then port in to sprint?
lafester said:
port your number to any prepaid service, then port in to sprint?
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dont think that will work. if you port back within 30 days they reactivate previous acct/contract. by the time youre considered eligible for "new" pricing the promo will be over.
Does it not work for add a line either? If not, I believe wireflyfriends.com does.
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is ur contract up? , i just did that and they gave me a $100 credit for each line i per-ordered it for. Just called cancellations and explained that i would like to stay with sprint and upgrade the the one but if im not getting the port in credit, i would cancel my line. (all lines are out of contract). The rep just said hold on... came back in 2 min and said she applied the credits to my current invoice and i could just go ahead and pre-order the phones . Which the htc deal and the port in credit...i just got them for a sweet deal.
xanmanz31 said:
dont think that will work. if you port back within 30 days they reactivate previous acct/contract. by the time youre considered eligible for "new" pricing the promo will be over.
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Just a heads up. I ported my number to t-mobile prepaid on 3/26 and was able to get the $99 dollar upgrade. Confirmed I was eligible via chat. So it might work for you if you do it soon.
WW3 said:
is ur contract up? , i just did that and they gave me a $100 credit for each line i per-ordered it for. Just called cancellations and explained that i would like to stay with sprint and upgrade the the one but if im not getting the port in credit, i would cancel my line. (all lines are out of contract). The rep just said hold on... came back in 2 min and said she applied the credits to my current invoice and i could just go ahead and pre-order the phones . Which the htc deal and the port in credit...i just got them for a sweet deal.
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The agents I spoke with after calling cancellations, being transferred, then transferred back to cancellations wasn't helpful at all. He offered to waive any fees but said the only promo on the phone was for new customers only. I'm planning on trying again and will most likely ask for a supervisor. It seems that they really could care less about those of us out of contract but still giving them money month after month,,,
xboxfanj said:
Does it not work for add a line either? If not, I believe wireflyfriends.com does.
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I can confirm adding a line and purchasing a One drops the price down to 100, $100 and change with activation fees

Getting good deals on note 3 when adding a line and moving to family plan

I need some advice on how to get a good deal for a Note 3. My girlfriend would add a line under her and then put us on a family plan. Ive tried calling sprint and asking to speak to retentions. They said it was only for cancellations. I know if my girlfriend tried to bluff them it wouldnt work because she would be stuttering lol. I would threaten to cancel but they wont even talk to me. Any advice? They offered me it for 250 after a 50.00 service credit. Sprint offered it to me for 160. Im at least trying to get att to go to 200 so after I trade my gs3 in id get it for 100.
thegameksk said:
I need some advice on how to get a good deal for a Note 3. My girlfriend would add a line under her and then put us on a family plan. Ive tried calling sprint and asking to speak to retentions. They said it was only for cancellations. I know if my girlfriend tried to bluff them it wouldnt work because she would be stuttering lol. I would threaten to cancel but they wont even talk to me. Any advice? They offered me it for 250 after a 50.00 service credit. Sprint offered it to me for 160. Im at least trying to get att to go to 200 so after I trade my gs3 in id get it for 100.
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you can sell your S3 for more than $100 though
econan1214 said:
you can sell your S3 for more than $100 though
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Really? I only see it going for 120 on ebay. Not really worth it after fees and shipping
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Want a TMob Note 4 to use on AT&T - Unlock gotchas?

I'm planning on getting a N910T in order to root. I"m looking at one on Swappa that is not unlocked.
I don't know what the range of costs are for unlocking. Have looked at 2-3 sites but don't see prices. They first want the IMEI. Can anyone tell me the range of costs?
MOre importantly, it appears that Swappa checks if they are paid for phones ' on some'. Based on their statements, they don't do that for all.
I'm wondering if there I should be concerned about whether I can get one unlocked.
Any thoughts appreciated.
ewingr said:
I'm planning on getting a N910T in order to root. I"m looking at one on Swappa that is not unlocked.
I don't know what the range of costs are for unlocking. Have looked at 2-3 sites but don't see prices. They first want the IMEI. Can anyone tell me the range of costs?
MOre importantly, it appears that Swappa checks if they are paid for phones ' on some'. Based on their statements, they don't do that for all.
I'm wondering if there I should be concerned about whether I can get one unlocked.
Any thoughts appreciated.
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Shouldn't cost you more than $40.00. Im using a t-mobile Note 4 on AT&T right now. Working great.
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Are you getting a strong LTE and HSPA+ signal? I'm thinking about trading my n910a for a n910t so I can root, but am concerned about loosing signal.
No difference in signal. It's between 30 to 50 to unlock. Well worth it. The phone new is $100 cheaper then ATT
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I'm afraid I can't be much help.
I just checked, and sitting here at home it is -93, but I never checked it much on my 910A.
You might search out the Tmobile Note in AT&T thread. It's in one of the AT&T Note 4 forums. I'm not where I can easily search it out and link it right now...but if you can't find it drop a nephew back here and I'll search it out.
I'm in the same boat. Bought a used Note 4 from t-mobile, but gonna use the att network with straight talk. Going to walk into a couple t mobile stores tonight and ask nicely if they will do it for me.. crossing my fingers
danman132x said:
I'm in the same boat. Bought a used Note 4 from t-mobile, but gonna use the att network with straight talk. Going to walk into a couple t mobile stores tonight and ask nicely if they will do it for me.. crossing my fingers
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TMO won't unlock until it's been on their network for 40 days, from what I understand. That was what I found. I have to purchase an unlock code online.
BTW...be sure you change the APN. I didn't...and it worked. But, the GPS was horrible. Once I changed the APN, GPS started working a lot better.

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