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I have an unlocked mda, but i want to use the 3g network. Is there anything i can do to get it to work? Or just get a (at&t) phone?
Basically, there should be no problem if you are using a 3G network based on GSM baseband. However if the 3G network is not GSM based, you have no way to get it work unless using another phone.
I am a n00b in the subject of unlocking phones to use on other networks etc.
Is there a possibility when the SPL is unlocked that we could use this on any GSM network since it is a 'world' capable phone with the GSM radio and a SIM card?
I have used a lot of WINMO phone son VZW and I flash and unlock quite often. Just had no idea how this process worked. sorry if this is a duplicate of any kind
thank you
You can call Verizon and ask them for the unlock code to your phone. The number is 1-800-711-8300, option 2 I believe. Either way you'll end up talking to a human who can do that for you. Then you'll enter the code (code A) in All Settings > Personal > Security. According to others, this unlock on the SIM will remain, even after flashing with a custom ROM.
no software to unlock the sim card, i don't want to call vz
I can buy unlock code for Imagio.
Why dont you want to call verizon? They are perfectly happy to unlock the sim for you as long as you dont have any problems with your account like delinquent payments. I called and had both of my phones unlocked in minutes and tested my ATT sim card, worked great on the aTT network
GSM 3G on america?
devlspawn said:
Tested my ATT sim card, worked great on the aTT network
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Did you see if you had E or 3G or H?
I've looked at the specs but haven't found the GSM 3G bands that it has.
Just this:
Digital Dual (CDMA,PCS) /1X, EVDO /Rev.A <---- perfectly clear
GSM Quad Band (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) <---- perfectly clear
WCDMA / HSDPA / HSUPA <---- not clear if it has 850mhz here
I guess it doesn't have 3G in 850mhz but I still have hopes.
Regards!
I only get "E" - my SIM is 3G capable, but the corporate plan is text-only. In other words, I can't say for certain if it will get 3G speeds. HSDPA is available here in the US, so it should be possible for an Imagio to have 3G in the States.
I called yesterday, told them I would be going overseas, they gave me the unlock code. Simple as pie. I can use my neighbor's AT&T sim card without any issues minus stuff that is Verizon specific.
The SIM unlock was easy and successful. Just call Verizon at the above number and its a done deal in 30 seconds. Will try my wife's SIM in it later.....woohoo....
because i dont have vz wireless phone number, but i need to use the t-moible or at&t, i call them, but they need me vz wireless phone number... i dont have, they not unlock for me
as i was told u are able to get it unlocked verizon will do it if ur account is 3months old and in good standing... also as far as using it on gsm not sure as of yet but will say tmobile basic signal i E in an area where out of ur basic ntwork jumpin off of another tower it will put u on H or even G but there is no 3G
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as i was told u are able to get it unlocked verizon will do it if ur account is 3months old and in good standing... also as far as using it on gsm not sure as of yet but will say tmobile basic signal i E in an area where out of ur basic ntwork jumpin off of another tower it will put u on H or even G but there is no 3G
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H is HSDPA, which is 3.5G (faster than 3G... 7.2mbps compared to 1.5 mbps or something like that)
Edge is like 0.3 mbps and GPRS like 0.1
not really sure, but you get the idea.
Here in Mexico we have HSDPA but never get above 2mbps, at nights we do peak at 3mbps but avarage is still at much 2mbps.
Did I do something wrong?
I told them I was going over seas, I gave them my sim number and they said I was all set to go over there. Does this mean my phone is unlocked, I didn't have to put in any numbers. I will hate myself if I said the wrong thing. And if I did it right then how do I switch between sim cards and cdma?
For you phone to be unlocked they would have to give you a number to enter.
To switch between sim and cdma, go to settings -> phone -> network and change it from global mode to GSM
Razorfold said:
For you phone to be unlocked they would have to give you a number to enter.
To switch between sim and cdma, go to settings -> phone -> network and change it from global mode to GSM
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Not true, works fine with t mobile and at&t, didn't enter any numbers did it all from their, weird, but whatever.
I think a few things from the last three posts need clarification:
1. When you call VZW Global Support, they should have given a security code to unlock the SIM. It is a string of numbers. It is not a phone number.
2. Once the SIM is unlocked, if a SIM is present in the phone, there is no guarantee that switching back from GSM/UMTS to Global will switch the phone back to CDMA. There have been times where I've done that, and the phone has stayed on AT&T (my employer uses AT&T). I think a better method is to use either CDMA or GSM/UMTS, and to avoid the Global setting completely.
Kebero said:
I think a few things from the last three posts need clarification:
1. When you call VZW Global Support, they should have given a security code to unlock the SIM. It is a string of numbers. It is not a phone number.
2. Once the SIM is unlocked, if a SIM is present in the phone, there is no guarantee that switching back from GSM/UMTS to Global will switch the phone back to CDMA. There have been times where I've done that, and the phone has stayed on AT&T (my employer uses AT&T). I think a better method is to use either CDMA or GSM/UMTS, and to avoid the Global setting completely.
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On item number 1 I would agree with you ignore my experience because even my friend who unlocks all kinds of phones for metro says it is a weird case. I have never received any unlcock cod yet it says "sim security unlocked" probably will be screwed up if I ever want to flash or reset it but whatever.
On number 2 I can't agree with you because I bought an at&t go card just for sh**ts and giggles and I have no problems, infact I can switch between the two while the phone is on, done many tests. But if anyone else experiences this issue I would like to know.
I have never heard an unlock like that. But could be... like an 'on air update'... Most times is a code or the frown upon methods (connect it to a PC or a box).
If any one wants to know, no it does not have GSM 3G for 850mhz band, not 3G with ATT and others in the world that uses that band. Tested it myself.
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I have never heard an unlock like that. But could be... like an 'on air update'... Most times is a code or the frown upon methods (connect it to a PC or a box).
If any one wants to know, no it does not have GSM 3G for 850mhz band, not 3G with ATT and others in the world that uses that band. Tested it myself.
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Even if you run at&t 3g it is much slower than verizon's. Either that or safari renders slower than s**t on brother's Icrap 3g. T mobile's is faster if you can find their 3g coverage, good luck.
PS I am still looking for internet connection settings for tmobile as I sold an unlocked imagio to my buddy and he can't get the data connection working.
does anyone ever solve de 3G problem with the 850 MHZ band... I live in Venezuela use movistar i ve the imagio sim unlocked can´t get 3G due to band restriction
Hello,
I have the Droid 3 with Verizon, unlocked, with verizon vodafone sim activated. I am currently in Canada, and am wondering why it will not connect to GSM/HSDPA towers.
If I go into the wireless and networks -> mobile networks -> Operator selection the phone will show me Rogers 2G, Rogers 3G, Bell, and Telus networks.
I also get this error for all three in the drop down menu, the name just changes:
No service
Selected network (CAN Rogers wireless inc. 3g) unavailable.
I have all the APN's entered for all three of those carriers, and can select them with an application named APN Manager, however none of those APN's show up in my wireless and networks -> mobile networks -> access point names. Both the vodafone APN's are unselected though.
I am looking to get on this GSM/HSDPA network, as when I am out in the country there is only 1x dial up internet on CDMA, and HSDPA available in the country.
If anyone can help me out, let me know!
Thanks much, in advance!
I have posted this exact same question at Howardforums. Here is the link to that thread:
/showthread.php/1736801-Q-Droid-3-GSM-Roaming
You will have to first go to howardforums website, then add the above part
Forgot to mention: I tried a Rogers and a Telus sim card and they both got calling service.
Not sure if Verizon has roaming agreement with any of the Canadian GSM networks. You can roam using CDMA here without any problem. I believe Telus is backing up Verizon here when it comes to CDMA.
If you want to use GSM you can put a SIM from any of the operators here (except AWS ones) and you will be fine since you have unlocked phone. Cheaper to use too, of course if using local SIM is an option for you. If you will be using local SIM you will need to define APNs or you won't get data connection. Head over Google for the settings for each of the operators here (Canada)
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Not sure if Verizon has roaming agreement with any of the Canadian GSM networks. You can roam using CDMA here without any problem. I believe Telus is backing up Verizon here when it comes to CDMA.
If you want to use GSM you can put a SIM from any of the operators here (except AWS ones) and you will be fine since you have unlocked phone. Cheaper to use too, of course if using local SIM is an option for you. If you will be using local SIM you will need to define APNs or you won't get data connection. Head over Google for the settings for each of the operators here (Canada)
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Thanks Leobg. I believe you are right that there is no roaming agreement for GSM, which makes sense. Verizon lady told me otherwise
This phone is going back though, as I was looking for some HSPA while in the country.
I was using Droid3 and Droid4 with Mexican SIMS, IUSACEL and TELCEL without problem. Now Im at Canada and Rogers SIM doesnt work on both phnes. I guess they are locked, can you describe me how to unlock where i do purchase unlocking codes?
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If you are on a contract with Verizon, you can ask them for unlock code,
Insert a sim card which it ain't accepting, enter the unlock code and its done.
Don't forget --- Settings -> Wireless & Networks -> Mobile Networks -> Network Mode -> GSM/UMTS
But I believe once unlocked, Verizon doesn't work on it.
It sounds like the SIM. Or try switching to CDMA. I think the Canadian carriers still have CDMA on their towers (used to a few years ago) and maybe that's the roaming the lady means.
Unlocked Galaxy s5 AT&T Samsung SM N920A on GSM network.
Stock Rom, Unlocked, on Android 7.0 (updated with Odin)
My goal is to see if this phone can indeed be used on CDMA.
Now let me back up.. I hear you. Most phones cannot be used on CDMA if they are GSM.
However if I key in the code *#*#4636#*#* with daler, (which is the Display information about Phone, Battery and Usage statistics)
I get to a menu that allows setting the ''Preferred Network Type''
is this a system setting used by mannufacture for setting the phone for market, and the phone itself simply doesn't have CDMA?
The specs for this phone
lists nfra: 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD;
Meaning this phone does indeed use both CDMA and GSM network, is this correct?
If so, how do I sucessfully enable it to utalize CDMA connection?
f not, why does the option for CDMA, LTE appear in the menu, along with many others.
I greatly appricate any responce on this topic
milkedcoffeenull said:
Unlocked Galaxy s5 AT&T Samsung SM N920A on GSM network.
Stock Rom, Unlocked, on Android 7.0 (updated with Odin)
My goal is to see if this phone can indeed be used on CDMA.
Now let me back up.. I hear you. Most phones cannot be used on CDMA if they are GSM.
However if I key in the code *#*#4636#*#* with daler, (which is the Display information about Phone, Battery and Usage statistics)
I get to a menu that allows setting the ''Preferred Network Type''
is this a system setting used by mannufacture for setting the phone for market, and the phone itself simply doesn't have CDMA?
The specs for this phone
lists nfra: 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD;
Meaning this phone does indeed use both CDMA and GSM network, is this correct?
If so, how do I sucessfully enable it to utalize CDMA connection?
f not, why does the option for CDMA, LTE appear in the menu, along with many others.
I greatly appricate any responce on this topic
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I to would love any information reguarding this. Same phone same specs. Was a little new to how the towers and unlocking system for each set of towers was defined when I unwitting traded my Verizon galaxy note 5 for and unlocked note 5. I was told the phone could be used on either set of towers and that it was factory unlocked and not just gsm unlocked. And that factory unlocked meant that it could be used with any carrier on any tower. Believing this to be miss information I had hoped to root the phone and find a root method for using cdma towers. I have being your own pho e service through straight talk so I had to switch my my sim back to and older phone wich not only is less advanced but also currently seems to be unrootable,because there are no gsm towers where where I live so I have no service at home and I'm out a note 5 and can't root my phone wich is a great dissapiontment for me. But when I open my phone it offers to allow me to choose those towers the same as yours. Someone help me stop this madness.
Anyone have the lg v40 running on at&t? surprisingly i have no options under mobile networking. I can only enable international data roaming and setup new apn. Usually i'd expect to see settings allowing me to change the bands.
Alibaba0101 said:
Anyone have the lg v40 running on at&t? surprisingly i have no options under mobile networking. I can only enable international data roaming and setup new apn. Usually i'd expect to see settings allowing me to change the bands.
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Everything is auto- , the phone I have is locked to att and I guess the only way to change that is to unlock the phone.
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Everything is auto- , the phone I have is locked to att and I guess the only way to change that is to unlock the phone.
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thx, i flashed the unlocked firmware and still the same thing. looks like it keys everything off of the sim.
Alibaba0101 said:
thx, i flashed the unlocked firmware and still the same thing. looks like it keys everything off of the sim.
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It bounces off 2 things, the phone's props and the network being detected. Using the unlocked does not enable settings if it's not natively supported by the carrier contrary to popular belief. That was true on older versions of android. Newer ones relies on multiple configs to decide what options you get to see or not. In most cases, if the phone model is not what is expected for a particular network, it will default to global roaming mode that has the least set of options. From what I've seen, this comes as a result of carriers requesting to have specifically designated models tailored to their service.
If you are rooted, you can tweak stuff in build.prop to have the phone switch carrier and regional modes.
Alibaba0101 said:
Anyone have the lg v40 running on at&t? surprisingly i have no options under mobile networking. I can only enable international data roaming and setup new apn. Usually i'd expect to see settings allowing me to change the bands.
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root not needed:
1. for network mode, try dial *#*#4636#*#* and then phone information, this works on my v35 with tmo and att sim, you can also use a 3rd app called "network mode" which is a shortcut of the above, hope that works on v40 too.
2. for band selection, I use 277634#*# on v30(tmo unlocked) for both tmo and att sim; I use 277634#*# on v35 (both att unlock and usa unlock) for tmo sim; I use *#546368#*350# (need to dig into the menu to find band selection) on v35 (both att unlock and usa unlock) for att sim; hope either one of these two works for v40.