[Q] Text Messages Get Split Up - Nexus 6 on Verizon Wireless - Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

So I've been having this problem for a few weeks where my texts get split up if they are few sentences or longer. It doesn't happen with everyone either, that I know of. Not only do my texts get split up (with the few people that I know this problem happens with), but the texts they send me get split, too. I've tried different texting applications to see if that fixes the problem but it still occurs. Anyone know why this happens or how to fix it? I bought my Nexus 6 from the Google Play Store and use it on Verizon. It's rooted, unlocked, and running the latest 5.1 build of Chroma and lean kernel. Thank you.:fingers-crossed:

I'm on Verizon as well, with a Nexus 6 and that's just a carrier limitation (to my knowledge)
They have a character limit, and so as a way to keep everything in order when being sent, they split it up into multiple messages and they just seem "split" but they're just being sent as separate texts and made to look like a consistent one
It happens to my phone, and I bought it directly from Verizon
Have you tried Textra? I know there's some settings in Textra SMS that allows you to fiddle with being sent/received as a single message if the carrier allows it and what not :highfive:

Using Verizon Messages is the best way to go if you got a N6 on VZW.

Its always going to be split up when you use CDMA, because of the 160 character limit. If your on GSM or using LTE on CDMA the messages should not be split.
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[Q] not receiving some sms on my phone

for the past few weeks i've been having trouble receiving some texts, i dont know what's happening.. I have an app called Mighty Text which allows me to sms from a computer or tablet. When using the app i realize that i get all my texts in the browser but my phone only alerts me about some sms received and neither do they show up the the stock messaging app...:crying::crying:
with this i have come to think that it's not the network causing the problem.. what else could be the problem?.
I'm currently on SlimBean 3.1 and i'm really loving this rom and would prefer not having to change roms...
shadieboy said:
for the past few weeks i've been having trouble receiving some texts, i dont know what's happening.. I have an app called Mighty Text which allows me to sms from a computer or tablet. When using the app i realize that i get all my texts in the browser but my phone only alerts me about some sms received and neither do they show up the the stock messaging app...:crying::crying:
with this i have come to think that it's not the network causing the problem.. what else could be the problem?.
I'm currently on SlimBean 3.1 and i'm really loving this rom and would prefer not having to change roms...
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It's not a ROM problem but a app or carrier problem. Your carrier most likely won't send your texts at 2 different places (unless specifically said). And when the app is on, you probably allow it to have priority over your text, therefor, it receives them instead of your phone.
Some carriers have apps like those on pc which will let you get your texts and such on both pc and your phone but I believe it has to be made by the carrier to allow it.
BWolf56 said:
It's not a ROM problem but a app or carrier problem. Your carrier most likely won't send your texts at 2 different places (unless specifically said). And when the app is on, you probably allow it to have priority over your text, therefor, it receives them instead of your phone.
Some carriers have apps like those on pc which will let you get your texts and such on both pc and your phone but I believe it has to be made by the carrier to allow it.
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Well I'm gonna unlink my phone from the app and see if it's any better.. thanks for the fast reply
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Nexus 6 outgoing sms problem on regional cdma carrier

I have a problem using the Nexus 6 on my carrier, "Bluegrass Cellular" which is a regional cdma/lte carrier partnered with Verizon Wireless under their "LRA" (LTE in rural America) program. This issue happens with other carriers under the same agreement, and a few other carriers per Google search but I couldn't find any solutions. Issue doesn't seem to be ROM dependant either. If more carrier specific info is needed I can provide it.
Before a wonky work around mentioned next, this is the issue. Problem is if connected to LTE, everything works, calls in and out, mms in and out, and receiving sms. But you cannot send sms. If you are connected to LTE, when you send a sms it will fail with the message message, "cant send message (insert carrier name) error -1. But you could downgrade network to 3g and you can send fine. But back to LTE no sms.
Only fix/work around my friend found is to flash the android m preview radio. With that, sms sends, but it takes 30-45 seconds to send per text.
Does anyone have any ideas? Android m radio with delay is better than nothing, but it's still rather frustrating. Thanks in advance for any inputs.
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I'm in the same boat here, tried multiple different things and no luck. Only fix is m radio that's takes up to 40 seconds to send which I feel is wasting precious battery life. Anybody have any idea?
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I'm in the same boat here, tried multiple different things and no luck. Only fix is m radio that's takes up to 40 seconds to send which I feel is wasting precious battery life. Anybody have any idea?
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Yeah it is. Hopefully someone has suggestions on how to fix it or have any info on what's making it hold up when it sends. No idea why it sends instantly on 3g, 40 seconds on LTE on m radio, but no sending at all on lte any lp radio. Would it be a radio problem maybe I'm not sure... With all the proper apns set (not that it should matter for sms) I don't know what else it could be.
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Anyone got any ideas?
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Bump. Still looking for advice regarding this issue. Any insight is appreciated.
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Go to the info dialer menu (*#*#INFO#*#*). Go to the phone info. Scroll to the bottom and turn off SMS over IMS.
Done already doesn't change anything. Same delay on LTE
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Sms sending problem when using on Verizon LRA partner carrier

My carrier refuses to help me with this issue since it's not a phone that they carry.
First some background info. I have a problem using the Nexus 6 on my carrier, "Bluegrass Cellular" which is a regional cdma/lte carrier partnered with Verizon Wireless under their "LRA" (LTE in rural America) program. This issue I can guarantee happens with every user using the device on other carriers under the same agreement. Friend who uses a n6 on another partnered carrier has the same problem. The Issue doesn't seem to be ROM dependant either. If more carrier specific info is needed I can provide it.
Before a wonky work around mentioned next, this is the issue. Problem is if connected to LTE, everything works properly, calls in and out, mms in and out, and receiving sms as normal. But you cannot send sms (pre 14r radio, after 14r radio sends but delays). If you are connected to LTE, when you send a sms it will fail with the message message, "cant send message (insert carrier name) error -1. But you could downgrade network to 3g and you can send fine. But back to LTE sms lags.
Only fix/work around is to flash any m preview radio. Which leads me to think it could possibly be radio related. With those, sms sends, but it takes 40 seconds to send per text. Does anyone have any ideas? 14r+ radio with delay is better than nothing, but it's still rather frustrating.
Outgoing sms on LTE/cdma: average 40 second delay to send message, with higher than normal send failure rate.
Outgoing sms with LTE disabled: sms sends within 5 seconds.
Still when on LTE there is no delay on receiving texts. Only sending.
I Tried sms over ims on/off and a few other pokes and prods, no different. Can provide logcat or anything else if desired. Just trying to get an idea what's going on.
Tl;Dr
APNS are set properly, mms in/out works fine, calls in/out work fine, receiving sms is fine, sending sms on cdma 1x/3g is fine.. Just sending sms on LTE has a roughly 40 second send time with a abnormal send failure rate.
Sorry for the long post I am just trying to cover all the bases for which could be applicable to finding a solution. Thanks in advance for any inputs!
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Bump still looking for any suggestions at all
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Bump, still looking for any input to the situation
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Same issue
I just switched to Bluegrass Cellular today and brought my Nexus 6 aboard and am experiencing the exact same issue. I am running Android 5.1.1 with baseband: MDM9625_10446.01.02.101R and cannot send SMS outbound at all. I can receive SMS, calls, and data all fine, but no outbound texts will go through at all. I will follow the advice already in this thread and update to Android M preview to see if the updated baseband will "sorta" fix the issue so I can at least send outbound, even if it is delayed. I am willing to provide logs if anyone can look into this issue and see a possible resolution.
M preview radio will sorta fix it and make it so it will send on LTE after a delay of like 40 seconds. If you are on 1x/3g sms will work fine.
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stlpengineer said:
I just switched to Bluegrass Cellular today and brought my Nexus 6 aboard and am experiencing the exact same issue. I am running Android 5.1.1 with baseband: MDM9625_10446.01.02.101R and cannot send SMS outbound at all. I can receive SMS, calls, and data all fine, but no outbound texts will go through at all. I will follow the advice already in this thread and update to Android M preview to see if the updated baseband will "sorta" fix the issue so I can at least send outbound, even if it is delayed. I am willing to provide logs if anyone can look into this issue and see a possible resolution.
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No need to flash the entire M. Just flash the radio unless you want more that don't work.
I just wish we could figure out why it delays and how to resolve it. Any radio but m preview sms will just fail after so long. M preview radio will delay but eventually send after average 45 seconds. It's just so odd to me.
Calls in out fine
Mms in out fine
Sms in fine
Sms out 1x/3g fine
Sms out LTE no m radio no send
Sms out LTE m radio 40 seconds to send but will send.
Interestingly enough if you go into network settings and set to LTE only rather than LTE cdma sms will not send. So I can't tell if it's radio or it not wanting to use the ims features I'm really lost at this point
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prdog1 said:
No need to flash the entire M. Just flash the radio unless you want more that don't work.
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Can you please provide me a link to a tutorial or explain how I can flash the baseband on my current version of Android? I've never done that before, but would love to learn how to.
stlpengineer said:
Can you please provide me a link to a tutorial or explain how I can flash the baseband on my current version of Android? I've never done that before, but would love to learn how to.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/general/how-to-nexus-6-one-beginners-guide-t2948481 all you need to know is here
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Anybody at all????? I also suffer from this annoyance and along with evilryry have tried multiple things to no avail...
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If it is delayed it is carrier. Nothing you do to device outside APN and PRL will fix in my opinion. Carrier/tower problem.
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Ok, I flashed the 24R Android M Preview 3 baseband to my phone last night and texts were still failing altogether this morning when on LTE. I had alot of text messages on my phone (over 21,000 total according to the SMS Backup and Restore app). I deleted alot of old text messages on my phone and my texts are now going through without delay. However...MMS is still not working, but I suspect that has something to do with me not having a Bluegrass APN setup on my phone (if anyone has BG's APN settings, I would be happy if you could provide me a link to them, because I do not see them on their website).
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Ok, I flashed the 24R Android M Preview 3 baseband to my phone last night and texts were still failing altogether this morning when on LTE. I had alot of text messages on my phone (over 21,000 total according to the SMS Backup and Restore app). I deleted alot of old text messages on my phone and my texts are now going through without delay. However...MMS is still not working, but I suspect that has something to do with me not having a Bluegrass APN setup on my phone (if anyone has BG's APN settings, I would be happy if you could provide me a link to them, because I do not see them on their website).
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If you want to use mms on a non bluegrass phone you are limited to one specific texting app "8sms" with mms settings as shown in picture. Make sure you don't forget the last setting X-MDN:##LINE1#. Mainly you need the mmsc mms on wifi (yes bluegrass supports it) and the extra http header above.
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If it is delayed it is carrier. Nothing you do to device outside APN and PRL will fix in my opinion. Carrier/tower problem.
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Why would it work fine in other phones across multiple carriers in this instance? I've tested several different phones also and I've noticed this happens only in Motorola phones not made specifically for Verizon lra carriers. I've used a Verizon galaxy s4 and everything worked great. It feels like somewhere in the radio software or wherever is not letting the ims feature work.
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Still Occuring on Android 6.0
So here's an update. I had been running Android 5.1.1 on my Nexus 6 for months with the 24R baseband and had zero problems with SMS being delayed. Everything worked like normal. I updated to Android 6.0 which installed the 27R baseband and the delayed SMS issue is back. I tried reverting the baseband to 24R and the delayed SMS issue was still present. Any ideas on how to fix this? I will be happy to provide logs or any other diagnostic information.
Odd....
Quite frankly, I'm still baffled by this issue. I bought the Nexus 6p and am still with Bluegrass Cellular. Once I popped in my SIM and had them change my IMEI number, I thought that the delayed SMS issue would be a thing of the past. The issue is STILL PRESENT on the Nexus 6p which is manufacturered by an entirely different company than the 6 was (Huawei). I don't suspect it is the radio any longer, as this has happened to me on multiple phones.
I've been toying with different remedies and strategies for months. I've started thinking it's software related and needs to be addressed to Google, but unfortunately I highly doubt they'd care.
stlpengineer said:
Quite frankly, I'm still baffled by this issue. I bought the Nexus 6p and am still with Bluegrass Cellular. Once I popped in my SIM and had them change my IMEI number, I thought that the delayed SMS issue would be a thing of the past. The issue is STILL PRESENT on the Nexus 6p which is manufacturered by an entirely different company than the 6 was (Huawei). I don't suspect it is the radio any longer, as this has happened to me on multiple phones.
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Check your pm
evilryry said:
If you want to use mms on a non bluegrass phone you are limited to one specific texting app "8sms" with mms settings as shown in picture. Make sure you don't forget the last setting X-MDN:##LINE1#. Mainly you need the mmsc mms on wifi (yes bluegrass supports it) and the extra http header above.
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Didn't know you had a thread going for this. Do you still need 8sms with those headers added? I could probably change your http header elsewhere and get it working with all message apps.
For the SMS delayed issue, I have found a fix with the help of @evilryry and have made a flashable for it. Just waiting for a little more confirmation so I can be sure to give accurate instructions.
daheazle said:
Didn't know you had a thread going for this. Do you still need 8sms with those headers added? I could probably change your http header elsewhere and get it working with all message apps.
For the SMS delayed issue, I have found a fix with the help of @evilryry and have made a flashable for it. Just waiting for a little more confirmation so I can be sure to give accurate instructions.
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I can comment that I've been using Google messenger for somebtime now and it's been fully functional. Just have to restore apns with apn backup and restore that I got from a rooted thumb cellular phone and then add mms line to apn type under vzwinternet and so far so good.

Verizon Messages and non-VZW Nexus 6

Yesterday I re-bought another 64gb Nexus 6 on Verizon. I've previously used 3 other ones that all ended up returned for one hardware reason or another. (all of them screen related. Ugh.)
Anyway, I've never had a problem using Verizon Messages on any of the phones... until this one.
I've tried 20 times or more to subscribe in the app so I could download all of my old messages, but it always sits for a while then fails to do anything. A couple of times I would receive a text with my Verizon Messages Pin, but the app would never show that it was subscribed.
This morning I logged into my Verizon account, and under features where it shows Integrated Messaging, it shows that this phone number is ineligible.
So I'm not sure what has changed since my last Nexus 6 just a few weeks ago... Verizon just updated the Messages app yesterday, so I tried an older version with no luck.
The phone is currently running the newest "I" build, rooted.
Anyone else having trouble with Verizon Messages or is it something with this device?
Works just fine for me. I got my N6 from USCC and VZW messages work exactly like they should.
I don't use it, tho. Just tested it.

5.1.1 "Advanced Messaging" Working?

One of the biggest promises of 5.1.1 for me on T-Mobile was advanced messaging, with a limit of 10 megs per message instead of just 1 meg with MMS, I looked forward to sharing pictures by text without the horribly poor-quality compression. Then, AT&T announced they were going to be supporting it, too! Great bonus!
But why can't I get it to work, at all? I have WiFi Calling and VoLTE activated (as T-Mobile's website says), I've gone through all the 'Chat' settings. Tried sending messages to friends with the same T-Mobile Note 4 with 5.1.1., but the pictures get MMS compressed from 2-3 Megs to 200-300 Kb, just like old times. Not even notifications that the other sender is typing a message or has received the message.
A Google search and XDA search revealed surprisingly little help. Anyone know how to get this going? Thanks in advance!
anyadike said:
One of the biggest promises of 5.1.1 for me was advanced messaging, with a limit of 10 megs per message instead of just 1 meg with MMS, I looked forward to sharing pictures by text without the horribly poor-quality compression. Then, AT&T announced they were going to be supporting it, too! Great!
But why can't I get it to work, at all? I have WiFi Calling and VoLTE activated (as T-Mobile's website says), I've gone through all the 'Chat' settings. Tried sending messages to friends with the same T-Mobile Note 4 with 5.1.1., but the pictures get MMS compressed from 2-3 Megs to 200-300 Kb, just like old times. Not even notifications that the other sender is typing a message or has received the message.
A Google search and XDA search revealed surprisingly little help. Anyone know how to get this going? Thanks in advance!
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your post is a bit confusing . You said AT&T is "going to" support it. Do they already support it out is it a future plan? Then you start talking about Tmo. Are you on Tmo or AT&T? Has Tmo said they have/will implement this plan?
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I haven't check it out yet on the chat setting but I will let you know
Pick_A_Name said:
your post is a bit confusing . You said AT&T is "going to" support it. Do they already support it out is it a future plan? Then you start talking about Tmo. Are you on Tmo or AT&T? Has Tmo said they have/will implement this plan?
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Sorry, I'm only on here late, so I'm tired and the words don't sense always make.
T-Mobile has been advertising Advanced Messaging in it's new phones since the summer - I was able to find a YouTube video of it in-action. https://youtu.be/MuC2c0E1c8I
Also, in my search for info on the T-Mobile iteration, I saw the announcement that AT&T will be implementing it, too (making it more useful).
Anyways, I had to call T-Mobile's billing department to fix something, so I had them connect me to tech support when we were done. The tech didn't initially know what Advanced Messaging was, but after waiting on hold for about 5 minutes, he came back and said they have been having system-wide issues with VoLTE for a while, which has been keeping Advanced Messaging from working, right now.
I'll just continue emailing the big attachments, for now, then.
Don't forget that the person you are texting must also be on Tmo with a newer Samsung phone that is setup for Advanced Messaging. I don't know anyone with those specs so I can't even test it.
I'm on Metro PCS, since it's a part of tmobile would the messaging work?
Yes it works
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rile1564 said:
Don't forget that the person you are texting must also be on Tmo with a newer Samsung phone that is setup for Advanced Messaging. I don't know anyone with those specs so I can't even test it.
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I actually had it work with another friend (It still randomly switched between Advanced Messaging and regular messaging throughout the day). It is kinda cool, but I turn-off the invasive notifications.
BTW, my first friend with same same T-Mobile Note 4 forgot to mention they'd switched messaging apps...
j21098 said:
I'm on Metro PCS, since it's a part of tmobile would the messaging work?
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I confirm it works. Metro PCS HERE
The wife and I have Note 4's updated to 5.1.1 and neither Advance Messaging or Video Calling is working.

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