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I am having a very strange issue:
Whenever I am at home, and my G1 is connected via 3G, I cannot use data or make/recieve calls. If I enable the "Use only 2g networks" checkbox, it reconnects via EDGE and works perfectly. I currently have a service request out with TMO which should resolve in the next 24-48 hours, but I was wondering if anyone had heard of this issue.
TMo has no idea why I'm not getting signal, the problem continued even when I reverted to stock "Cupcake".
Things I've tried:
Reverted to stock firmware and unrooted phone (Didn't work; same symptoms)
Call T-Mobile, they removed and re-added me to network. (Didn't work; same symptoms)
Swapped SIM card at T-Mobile store (Didn't work; same symptoms)
T-Mobile service request in my area (Results pending)
Things I am going to try, but haven't yet:
- Return to stock firmware, reinstall CM 4.2.7.1
- Try an older CM like 4.2.4 or 4.2.5
- Connect to WiFi for data connection, see if this replicates the problem as with 3G
- Enable data roaming.
The fact that it only happens at home leads me to believe it's not a problem with the phone, however I'm more than willing to do more to rule it out.
Phone Specs
T-Mobile G1
Firmware Version 1.6
Baseband Version 62.50S.20.17H_2.22.19.26I
Kernel Version 2.6.29.6-cm42 [email protected]
Mod Version CyanogenMod 4.2.7.1
Build Number DRC83
Dont tell T-Mo that your rooted thats a big mistake right there, that can be used against you if you ever have to get the phone replaced.Play around with the apn settings and make sure "always on 2G" isnt checked in settings. Maybe your house isnt in the small 3G coverage area, or your phone cant connect to it. Why would you think data and talking at the same time would be possible? Its either you answer or you stop browsing the web.
Ace42 said:
Dont tell T-Mo that your rooted thats a big mistake right there, that can be used against you if you ever have to get the phone replaced.Play around with the apn settings and make sure "always on 2G" isnt checked in settings.
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Yes, thank you, I know not to tell them that, they have zero idea. I also forgot to mention they did swap out my SIM card at the store.
Read what I posted. Turning on "Always On 2G" is the ONLY WAY I can make calls and use data at home. When that isn't on, the phone says it has a 3g connection with four bars, but will not dial out, take calls, or connect to web pages. I've also verified my APN as epc.tmobile.com which is correct, and this affects my voice and data communications.
deviant749 said:
Yes, thank you, I know not to tell them that, they have zero idea. I also forgot to mention they did swap out my SIM card at the store.
Read what I posted. Turning on "Always On 2G" is the ONLY WAY I can make calls and use data at home. When that isn't on, the phone says it has a 3g connection with four bars, but will not dial out, take calls, or connect to web pages. I've also verified my APN as epc.tmobile.com which is correct, and this affects my voice and data communications.
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Try another rom to confirm you cant get 3G, it could also be HW failure.But just try a older cyanogen or something else.Ive cant get a 3G signal with cyanogen roms for long but with a hero rom i seem to get 3G(maybe its my imagination)
Ace42 said:
Try another rom to confirm you cant get 3G, it could also be HW failure.But just try a older cyanogen or something else.Ive cant get a 3G signal with cyanogen roms for long but with a hero rom i seem to get 3G(maybe its my imagination)
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It fails on both stock (untouched, unrooted), and CM. I'll try an older CM just in case though.
deviant749 said:
It fails on both stock (untouched, unrooted), and CM. I'll try an older CM just in case though.
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Ok post results when you finish.
Ace42 said:
Ok post results when you finish.
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Rebooted phone between each of these tests:
3G With WiFi enabled: Same result, can't dial out.
Data roaming enabled, Wifi Disabled: No signal at all, 0 bars with "X" symbol.
Stock firmware: 3G won't dial out, forcing 2G works.
Downgraded to CM 4.2.4: Same symptoms.
Ace42 said:
Dont tell T-Mo that your rooted thats a big mistake right there, that can be used against you if you ever have to get the phone replaced.Play around with the apn settings and make sure "always on 2G" isnt checked in settings. Maybe your house isnt in the small 3G coverage area, or your phone cant connect to it. Why would you think data and talking at the same time would be possible? Its either you answer or you stop browsing the web.
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What ! if you have 3G coverage you can talk and access data at the same time.
That is what 3G provides.
rdfry said:
What ! if you have 3G coverage you can talk and access data at the same time.
That is what 3G provides.
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I only get edge sorry, i know when i had Evdo(sprint) i could do both things.Just stay with edge then, youll save a lot of battery life.
Ace42 said:
I only get edge sorry, i know when i had Evdo(sprint) i could do both things.Just stay with edge then, youll save a lot of battery life.
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That's not what I'm trying to do! When I am at home, on a 3G connection, I cannot do ANYTHING. That includes text, voice, data, web, ANYTHING. If i force it to use Edge, all services work properly. This is not acceptable. T-Mobile's coverage map lists me as in a strong 3G area. It SHOULD work.
I dont know what to say, except stay on edge, you alreadt sent a req to tmo.
I am having the exact same problem. Would love to learn what you found out.
OK so I went and Had a guy (page plus Dealer) switch my BIONIC over to Pageplus...I can make phone calls no problem.
BUT NO 3G or MMS.
running android 4.1.2
sys version 98.72.22.xt875
build number 9.8.8o-72_vzw-22
I don't think its rooted.
the guy did something where I dont need a sim.
I have scanned the pages but cant seem to find any help with the recent update.
I am not half as smart as some of you all so if you can give me step by step directions on how to fix this I would greatly appreciate it.
still no answer or help? WOW
How are you supposed to make phone calls without a sim? I'd take it back to Pageplus and have them fix the issue. Your build number looks funny, even though you are not on the latest ota update. Are you on a custom rom? That could be the problem.
cucci_slamr said:
OK so I went and Had a guy (page plus Dealer) switch my BIONIC over to Pageplus...I can make phone calls no problem.
BUT NO 3G or MMS.
running android 4.1.2
sys version 98.72.22.xt875
build number 9.8.8o-72_vzw-22
I don't think its rooted.
the guy did something where I dont need a sim.
I have scanned the pages but cant seem to find any help with the recent update.
I am not half as smart as some of you all so if you can give me step by step directions on how to fix this I would greatly appreciate it.
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You need Verizon 4G LTE sim to make data work like we did on ICS..
Please insert any blank Verizon 4G LTE sim and your data will start automatically....
matriX1218 said:
You need Verizon 4G LTE sim to make data work like we did on ICS..
Please insert any blank Verizon 4G LTE sim and your data will start automatically....
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ok so I got the sim but where do I find instructions on how to get the data (3g) and MMS working?
I have no clue as to how the phone works without a sim either. All I know Is that I can make calls and send texts without a sim card.
OK with the verizon sim in I get a solid 1X but no MMS or 3G...I have tried the other pages advice and instructions but am sooooo lost.
PLEASE HELP
cucci_slamr said:
OK with the verizon sim in I get a solid 1X but no MMS or 3G...I have tried the other pages advice and instructions but am sooooo lost.
PLEASE HELP
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Glad 1x is working...
Now press *#*#4636#*#* on dial
Select Phone Information
Scroll down to bottom and change network type to CDMA auto prl...
Wait for few seconds...
Press back and go to home...
Reboot...
Voila 3G will start :thumbup:
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matriX1218 said:
Glad 1x is working...
Now press *#*#4636#*#* on dial
Select Phone Information
Scroll down to bottom and change network type to CDMA auto prl...
Wait for few seconds...
Press back and go to home...
Reboot...
Voila 3G will start :thumbup:
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I did that but everytime I turn my phone back on it keeps showing CDMA only
Turn off radio...
Change it to cdma auto prl... wait for a while...
Turn radio on again....
And see...
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matriX1218 said:
Turn off radio...
Change it to cdma auto prl... wait for a while...
Turn radio on again....
And see...
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OK still no 3G or mms I have done this several time and nothing still looking at a blue 1x.
it says GSM Disconnects========DATA=======
cucci_slamr said:
OK still no 3G or mms I have done this several time and nothing still looking at a blue 1x.
it says GSM Disconnects========DATA=======
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Pm me ill help get 3g and mms
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JUSMEJOSE said:
Pm me ill help get 3g and mms
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CLEAN SIM...only 1X I need real help...PMing you is not working as well either so I need a solution quick.
Don't want to pay for data I wont use!!!!
I upgraded mine... everything works flawlessly...
Pm me...
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I have mms but no 3g
I'm at the same build, version, etc as cucci_slamr. I have MMS and 1x but no 3G. Paid to have it flashed, really don't want to have to pay somebody else to redo flash just to get 3G. Any ideas? My network type is already set to CDMA auto (PRL). Thanks
I have a M8 from day one, FA device number, s-off, HK RUU, rooted. Never had a issue. I'm living in a LTE are and working in NO LTE are. I always set my phone to CDMA only when im working. Today I have no call, but i made call. my wife was calling me all afternoon and she said is going directly to voice mail. So i got home I start testing my phone. My result is im not receiving call when i set to CDMA only, but yes i receiving call when i set to LTE/CDMA. LTE NO spark area
Do you have Google Voice?
mcwups1 said:
Do you have Google Voice?
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Yes. but i disconnected from my phone while i was doing the test.
Update: I drove to no LTE area and No received call at all. one's i get to LTE area my phone ring right 2 second after hit call button
You lost 3G like I and some others have.
You need the phone replaced.
It's not your towers.
mswlogo said:
You lost 3G like I and some others have.
You need the phone replaced.
It's not your towers.
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I am having these same issues. How did you go about getting the phone replaced?
jayjam99 said:
I am having these same issues. How did you go about getting the phone replaced?
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issue resolved: go to /setting /system updates /Update profile, after finish reboot. My phone now is back to normal.
Glad that worked for you.
I have updated profile and PRL numerous times tho to no avail.
jayjam99 said:
Glad that worked for you.
I have updated profile and PRL numerous times tho to no avail.
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So did I and much more. RUU, ##786# -> Reset etc.
Have had my phone since Saturday and it has been fine. Now I can't keep a data connection for the life of me. I used to have LTE and spark everywhere now it says 3g and can't connect to network.
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I'm also having some trouble keeping data connection...I know I used to have LTE/Spark but now I barely have 3G and a bar
I am only able to connect to LTE in the city now. Usually, I can connect to 3G in my own house, but I am having issues:
HISTORY:
I just recently got S-OFF, so I could use the Freedom.apk to get free in-app purchases.
I cannot make calls or text people through the messages app, nor can I receive calls or texts by anyone. I have resorted to using Facebook Messenger and Snapchat to contact my friends, but my family members don't all use those services.
BOOTLOADER INFO:
M7_WLS PVT SHIP S-OFF RH
CID_SPCS_001
HBOOT-1.56.0000
RADIO-1.00.20.0913_3
OpenDSP_v32.120.274.0909
OS-3.04.651.2
eMMC-boot 2048MB
OTHER INFO:
Since I have been having this problem, I have tried flashing CWM (6.0.4.8) and TWRP (2.7.1.0a) and wiping and installing different roms to try to fix the situation. I have no prior problems with data connectivity. I have now resorted to installing a stock RUU (EXE not ZIP). For both of the RUU files that I try to install, it gets stuck at Sending on the screen, and my phone is stuck at the black HTC logo. I can use fastboot commands, and my phone says "FASTBOOT USB" when I plug it in, but I cannot use ADB commands. CMD says that there are no devices attached. I have tried uninstalling the drivers, re-installing them, updating them...but nothing has worked. I do have a USB-OTG cable with a 16GB USB stick available.
So far, the only deductions I can make, are that the process of getting S-OFF was what caused this issue.
I can't even activate Google Voice, because the calls aren't reaching my phone.
The same goes for the Landmark Credit Union app...the security calls for activation aren't reaching my phone.
My dad said that anytime he tries to call me, the calls are sent straight to voicemail.
I have an unlimited data plan, and always have the Roaming Guards turned off, and the Network Mode set to Automatic, with all of the additional Roaming boxes checked. I have USB Debugging checked and Fastboot in Power Settings turned off.
avatarmanz said:
I am only able to connect to LTE in the city now. Usually, I can connect to 3G in my own house, but I am having issues:
HISTORY:
I just recently got S-OFF, so I could use the Freedom.apk to get free in-app purchases.
I cannot make calls or text people through the messages app, nor can I receive calls or texts by anyone. I have resorted to using Facebook Messenger and Snapchat to contact my friends, but my family members don't all use those services.
BOOTLOADER INFO:
M7_WLS PVT SHIP S-OFF RH
CID_SPCS_001
HBOOT-1.56.0000
RADIO-1.00.20.0913_3
OpenDSP_v32.120.274.0909
OS-3.04.651.2
eMMC-boot 2048MB
OTHER INFO:
Since I have been having this problem, I have tried flashing CWM (6.0.4.8) and TWRP (2.7.1.0a) and wiping and installing different roms to try to fix the situation. I have no prior problems with data connectivity. I have now resorted to installing a stock RUU (EXE not ZIP). For both of the RUU files that I try to install, it gets stuck at Sending on the screen, and my phone is stuck at the black HTC logo. I can use fastboot commands, and my phone says "FASTBOOT USB" when I plug it in, but I cannot use ADB commands. CMD says that there are no devices attached. I have tried uninstalling the drivers, re-installing them, updating them...but nothing has worked. I do have a USB-OTG cable with a 16GB USB stick available.
So far, the only deductions I can make, are that the process of getting S-OFF was what caused this issue.
I can't even activate Google Voice, because the calls aren't reaching my phone.
The same goes for the Landmark Credit Union app...the security calls for activation aren't reaching my phone.
My dad said that anytime he tries to call me, the calls are sent straight to voicemail.
I have an unlimited data plan, and always have the Roaming Guards turned off, and the Network Mode set to Automatic, with all of the additional Roaming boxes checked. I have USB Debugging checked and Fastboot in Power Settings turned off.
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Could you link me to the TWRP that you flashed? Also to fix calls, flash the latest radio.
TWRP
StormyNight said:
Could you link me to the TWRP that you flashed? Also to fix calls, flash the latest radio.
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This is the TWRP link:
http://mdmower.cmphys.com/twrp-m7spr/
UPDATE:
I am going to download the latest TWRP version from the official website, and then update the radio to see if this fixes things.
UPDATE
I was running a nightly of Cyanogenmod. This morning, I downloaded the official TWRP (v7.2.1.1) from the official website. I then wiped my device and flashed the ViperOne rom. I went through the initial phone setup until I could actually use my phone. I then proceeded to go back into TWRP and flash the (supposedly) newest radio through my OTG cable and USB.
This is the radio that I downloaded and flashed (V1.01.20.0515):
THREAD: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2406330
LINK: http://d-h.st/2dh
After I flashed the radio, I wiped the Dalvik Cache and rebooted. I still have the same issues.
My Mobile network settings are as follows:
4g Settings are blank (no network provider or IP address are shown)
Data roaming sound is unchecked
Network mode is set to Automatic
All Roaming Guard boxes are unchecked
The Roaming box is grayed out and I cannot click on it (beneath Roaming, it says Change the CDMA roaming mode, but it's grayed out too)
Domestic Voice is checked
Domestic Data is checked
International Voice is checked
International Data is checked
Allow GSM data is checked
The Access point names and Available GSM networks options are both grayed out, and I cannot click on them.
avatarmanz said:
I was running a nightly of Cyanogenmod. This morning, I downloaded the official TWRP (v7.2.1.1) from the official website. I then wiped my device and flashed the ViperOne rom. I went through the initial phone setup until I could actually use my phone. I then proceeded to go back into TWRP and flash the (supposedly) newest radio through my OTG cable and USB.
This is the radio that I downloaded and flashed (V1.01.20.0515):
THREAD: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2406330
LINK: http://d-h.st/2dh
After I flashed the radio, I wiped the Dalvik Cache and rebooted. I still have the same issues.
My Mobile network settings are as follows:
4g Settings are blank (no network provider or IP address are shown)
Data roaming sound is unchecked
Network mode is set to Automatic
All Roaming Guard boxes are unchecked
The Roaming box is grayed out and I cannot click on it (beneath Roaming, it says Change the CDMA roaming mode, but it's grayed out too)
Domestic Voice is checked
Domestic Data is checked
International Voice is checked
International Data is checked
Allow GSM data is checked
The Access point names and Available GSM networks options are both grayed out, and I cannot click on them.
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Try flashing the TWRP by tdhite. Link in my signature.
I have kind of the same issue. I can only use 4g LTE at the city. and sometimes whenever it feels like it at home. I can't use 3g. its the same thing at home. it's horrible not be able to call or text. I have cm11 4.4.4 I read this article how to fix this it gives this code do get into "phone settings" and turn off "radio" first try it worked. but 3 hours later my phone frozed and I had to turn it off. I turned back on and the issue got worst. if you see this it's because I'm lucky and I'm using 3g. is there a ROM or kernel or something I could do or change. I'm new. please help.
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thonyj said:
I have kind of the same issue. I can only use 4g LTE at the city. and sometimes whenever it feels like it at home. I can't use 3g. its the same thing at home. it's horrible not be able to call or text. I have cm11 4.4.4 I read this article how to fix this it gives this code do get into "phone settings" and turn off "radio" first try it worked. but 3 hours later my phone frozed and I had to turn it off. I turned back on and the issue got worst. if you see this it's because I'm lucky and I'm using 3g. is there a ROM or kernel or something I could do or change. I'm new. please help.
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Have you ever gotten 3G on your phone? Even when you were on a trip or something? Then we can assume that it's the phone's problem and not the towers, given that you're using Sprint.
If you're using a carrier other than Sprint, the frequencies might not match. If so, tell me what your carrier is and I can look it up.
I don't use sprint. my carrier is USC cellular. and thanks I appreciate your help a lot.
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thonyj said:
I don't use sprint. my carrier is USC cellular. and thanks I appreciate your help a lot.
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Just looked it up, US Cellular is CDMA, so it should theoretically work. Did you buy it from US Cellular, or did you buy it from Sprint and edit the EPST (or something, idk, i'm unfamiliar with CDMA)? For 4G (doesn't matter if it's CDMA/GSM), it needs a SIM card to access it. So is the 4G SIM card in the phone?
let's tell you a Lil bit of the phone.
I bought it from ebay. it is a USC cellular phone. it says it on the back. it does use 4g lte. I few months ago I decided to root it. it was great even though I didn't knew how to do it. well, where I live it isn't a very good signal. so it automatically use CDMA which is 3g, right? I always had 3 signal bars at home and when I was out it always went up I had no trouble. my phone is prepaid. I ran out of money so I didn't paid the month but I had WiFi at home. like a month ago I decided to go further. I did like a 3 days search on how to install a new ROM and what was the best. everyone was talking about cm11, I flash it and everything (so hard for me that didn't knew how to do it that's why it took 3 days) finally I had all done. I had no bugs at all, and I was still using it with WiFi. when I finally paid my month I was all happy till I got home. there was no signal. not even a bar from CDMA (3g) it had a flashing repetitive (searching signal) on the signal icon. I went into settings it said: " select network type preferred" or something like that. and I chosed (lte recommended). it stopped the "flashing" thing on the icon. but still the problem. I was wondering how it supposed to get 4g if it only get half of 3g. I couldn't use my phone at home. I searched again on how to fix this, I found a forum from another page which is not XDA. it said to type on the dialer *#*#4636#*#* and it automatically goes to a hidden menu. I went into "phone settings, it shows all about it. I was looking for a "radio" thing. I had to turn it off and reboot. it worked at first. but I had to turn off the phone again and the signal issue got worst. I couldn't open my games because I had no "network". now I can only use it when I go out because the signal is stronger at the city. and it's using LTE (4g). here at home I just screwed my anttenna because I had no signal and has a two inches long "paper clip" as antenna to get one bar of LTE.
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sorry I just noticed I'm in the wrong forum I think. but thanks for all the help.
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I downloaded this app to use because I wanted to turn off LTE at work. On 4g, I can't send out texts b/c the reception sucks, but I have full bars of 3g. Sooo, I tried to do CDMA only using this 4g LTE switcher app and now I cannot connect to any cell tower at all?!???! Help???
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tapbase.LTEswitcher&hl=en
XT1060 on Verizon.
jhnl33 said:
I downloaded this app to use because I wanted to turn off LTE at work. On 4g, I can't send out texts b/c the reception sucks, but I have full bars of 3g. Sooo, I tried to do CDMA only using this 4g LTE switcher app and now I cannot connect to any cell tower at all?!???! Help???
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tapbase.LTEswitcher&hl=en
XT1060 on Verizon.
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Relax... and reboot your phone. That app looks like nothing more than a way to access the phone's hidden Phone Info menu that on some phones you access by dialing *#*#4636#*#* or with an activity shortcut. What you're seeing is part of the phone, not the app. Anyway usually changes in that menu don't survive a reboot. and even if something did survive a reboot, just retrace your steps and set anything you touched back. like "LTE/CDMA auto (PRL)"
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Relax... and reboot your phone. That app looks like nothing more than a way to access the phone's hidden Phone Info menu that on some phones you access by dialing *#*#4636#*#* or with an activity shortcut. What you're seeing is part of the phone, not the app. Anyway usually changes in that menu don't survive a reboot. and even if something did survive a reboot, just retrace your steps and set anything you touched back. like "LTE/CDMA auto (PRL)"
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Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, I have tried all of the above, including a full factory reset. I did change everything back to default in that app, rebooted several times, etc. Dialing *#*#4636#*#* doesn't do anything for me. Also, it's very strange. This morning I woke up and checked it again and it seems like only the 4g lte radios are working. I can get 4g signal, but no 3g or edge. I can't make any phone calls or access my voice mail, but I still can receive sms/mms and send/receive data. I'm pretty much at a loss...Any other suggestions???
jhnl33 said:
Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, I have tried all of the above, including a full factory reset. I did change everything back to default in that app, rebooted several times, etc. Dialing *#*#4636#*#* doesn't do anything for me. Also, it's very strange. This morning I woke up and checked it again and it seems like only the 4g lte radios are working. I can get 4g signal, but no 3g or edge. I can't make any phone calls or access my voice mail, but I still can receive sms/mms and send/receive data. I'm pretty much at a loss...Any other suggestions???
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There is no edge on Verizon, it's LTE, evdo and 1x. You could try doing a PRL update. It's right under system update I think.
dtg7 said:
There is no edge on Verizon, it's LTE, evdo and 1x. You could try doing a PRL update. It's right under system update I think.
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You could try reflashing your current android version with RSDlite. I don't know how different it is than doing a factory reset, but try it nonetheless.