Wifi Calling Vodafone UK - Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers

Hi anyone got WiFi calling enabled with Vodafone UK? I don't see the option in my phone app > Settings...?

kc1 said:
Hi anyone got WiFi calling enabled with Vodafone UK? I don't see the option in my phone app > Settings...?
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O2 is the only provider in the UK to offer WifiCalling. I'm on Vodafone and they are hardly cutting edge with their rollout of new technology. Searching on their forums there's no mention of it, so I don't think you'll be making the most of it any time soon.

Didgesteve said:
O2 is the only provider in the UK to offer WifiCalling. I'm on Vodafone and they are hardly cutting edge with their rollout of new technology. Searching on their forums there's no mention of it, so I don't think you'll be making the most of it any time soon.
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Their support website https://support.vodafone.co.uk/Using-our-network/Wi-Fi-Calling/67269365/How-do-I-set-up-Wi-Fi-Calling-on-an-Android-phone.htm lists XZ1 Compact as compatible they support it, but as usual their "Live chat" "support" is useless. I've Texted CALLING to 97888, and got a confirmation text and an OTA provsioning text, rebooted the phone but still don't see it listed as a option in the Phone > Settings > Calls menu

kc1 said:
Their support website https://support.vodafone.co.uk/Using-our-network/Wi-Fi-Calling/67269365/How-do-I-set-up-Wi-Fi-Calling-on-an-Android-phone.htm lists XZ1 Compact as compatible they support it, but as usual their "Live chat" "support" is useless. I've Texted CALLING to 97888, and got a confirmation text and an OTA provsioning text, rebooted the phone but still don't see it listed as a option in the Phone > Settings > Calls menu
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Is it a vodafone firmware build on the phone?
Apparently there are some updated APN settings for getting the wificalling working

Didgesteve said:
Is it a vodafone firmware build on the phone?
Apparently there are some updated APN settings for getting the wificalling working
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Thanks,
Interestingly, the process I followed did send an over the air provisioning update but not with those settings
I added a new set of APN settings matching those in that post, but I still don't see Wifi Calling in Phone > Settings > Calls.
I just see the attached:

Actually EE and three also offer WiFi calling. I have used both
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saeybia said:
Actually EE and three also offer WiFi calling. I have used both
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Did your rom/phone settings show Wifi Calling as an option before receiving any update from the carrier? Did you have ROMs/ software from EE or 3?

kc1 said:
Thanks,
Interestingly, the process I followed did send an over the air provisioning update but not with those settings
I added a new set of APN settings matching those in that post, but I still don't see Wifi Calling in Phone > Settings > Calls.
I just see the attached:
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The Vodafone forums mention missing WifiCalling button and the resolution is that it has to be pushed to your phone as an update by someone on the Vodafone tech support team.
More support calls to the worst support call provider.

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3 lte cannot connect

I have tried to connect to 3 lte but it says it cannot iam on EXistenZ v5.0.0 rooted havnt recieved any carrier updates would returning to stock 4.3 fix this.
It says could not connect to the selected network. Please make sure that the sim card is inserted or the selected network is available
RJASSI21 said:
It says could not connect to the selected network. Please make sure that the sim card is inserted or the selected network is available
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Have you downloaded the internet settings?
Wireless & networks > more... > internet settings
Mackay53 said:
Have you downloaded the internet settings?
Wireless & networks > more... > internet settings
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Yes I have I shall try again I think some people have said that the Internet on the network has been down today so ill try ASAP but will try again now
RJASSI21 said:
I have tried to connect to 3 lte but it says it cannot iam on EXistenZ v5.0.0 rooted havnt recieved any carrier updates would returning to stock 4.3 fix this.
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I am assuming you are referring to Hutchinson 3 UK (Three).
We don't currently have an LTE network, it is rumored to be live around the middle of 2015.
Not strictly true. 3 have started rolling out 4g to a few cities in the UK.
Reading and Leeds being two off the top of my head.
There's loads of info on their website about it.
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warface said:
Not strictly true. 3 have started rolling out 4g to a few cities in the UK.
Reading and Leeds being two off the top of my head.
There's loads of info on their website about it.
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Yes and I have checked the network coverage checker on the website and it says its available in the area and should be if my C6603 can find it in mobile networks apparently theres ment to be an update to update the carrier or something like iPhone does also I dont have the 4G option were nfc is I think I might try flashing stock 4.3 ftf and then try I thing my brother has the same problem and hes on eXistenZ for xperia Sp though so I could just be the rom
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Yes and I have checked the network coverage checker on the website and it says its available in the area and should be if my C6603 can find it in mobile networks apparently theres ment to be an update to update the carrier or something like iPhone does also I dont have the 4G option were nfc is I think I might try flashing stock 4.3 ftf and then try I thing my brother has the same problem and hes on eXistenZ for xperia Sp though so I could just be the rom
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Actually, it might be that your handset needs to be enabled by Three to actually connect. Might be worth giving Three a ring.
Your handset SHOULD be able to see 4g networks. Mine does, and I'm running the exact same rom.
Settings > Wireless & Networks > More > Mobile Networks > Network Operators. Your handset should then search for a while, and bring up a list of all the networks it can see, like this:
warface said:
Actually, it might be that your handset needs to be enabled by Three to actually connect. Might be worth giving Three a ring.
Your handset SHOULD be able to see 4g networks. Mine does, and I'm running the exact same rom.
Settings > Wireless & Networks > More > Mobile Networks > Network Operators. Your handset should then search for a while, and bring up a list of all the networks it can see, like this:
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It does so ill try contacting 3
Ok my bad, my info was off. I'm glad they finally have begun the roll out. Bring it to Bath

update to 8.1 breaks calling the voicemail number (1233) on tele2/tmobile network

So after the official oreo update , my wife's nokia 8 cannot call the voicemail number any more. Last week it worked. Sim in another phone, it works. Dialing on the updated nokia 8, 'this number is not available'.
Can't find anything on the internet, so checking here if somebody knows what could be the issue here.
Any services that handles this 1233 calling differently then any other number?
Any hint or 'look at this option' will be appreciated as i'm pretty stuck and even tele2 customer service has no clue ofcourse.
I'm on Tele2 nl and have the same issue. I don't know what the solution is. Let's hope for a fast fix.
Edit: a temporary ghettofix is to disable advanced lte mode (geoptimaliseerde 4G LTE modus) in mobile network in the settings menu.
yeah just figured that one too. Fiddled first with 4g/3g/2g settings which made it work too. Turning off VoLTE indeed made it also work on the 4G preferred network mode
Apb said:
yeah just figured that one too. Fiddled first with 4g/3g/2g settings which made it work too. Turning off VoLTE indeed made it also work on the 4G preferred network mode
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It seems that Tele2 switched to full LTE since last week, whereas before it only used VoLTE in some cases.
It could be that they forgot to register their number. I assume that the other phone you used to test does not use VoLTE?
ikkefc3 said:
It seems that Tele2 switched to full LTE since last week, whereas before it only used VoLTE in some cases.
It could be that they forgot to register their number. I assume that the other phone you used to test does not use VoLTE?
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interesting, is there any article that mentions the date? Too me its a bit too coincidental that it happen the same time as Oreo update
Apb said:
interesting, is there any article that mentions the date? Too me its a bit too coincidental that it happen the same time as Oreo update
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No, but I tested in situations that didn't give me volte before, but now they do.

VoLTE and Wifi Calling support

Would like to know if these features are supported for the major US carriers. That's the only thing holding me back from pre-ordering.
gordec said:
Would like to know if these features are supported for the major US carriers. That's the only thing holding me back from pre-ordering.
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I know U.S. T-Mobile supported the XZ3 for VoLTE, which was the FIRST Sony unlocked phone it did that for. Your best bet to find out is prob to go check out other like 2019 or 2020 unlocked phones that people have VERIFIED to offer both on AT&T as well. But if that's an issue, then you may wanna consider T-Mobile then. I noticed on the XZ3 that in Call Settings there no longer was the option to turn VoLTE on or off, but during calls it REMAINED in 4G LTE (vs. just 4G), thereby proving VoLTE was in fact enabled.
The US Xperia 1 supported voLTE on T-Mobile, but not WiFi calling. So I'm assuming the mark II would at least do voLTE on T-Mobile. Not sure about the other carriers, but I feel like it would have to since carriers like Verizon are starting to not allowing non voLTE devices to be activated. And the mark II is supposed to work on Verizon.
Easy way to get WiFi calling in the US
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-1/how-to/easy-to-wifi-calling-t4100229
Scorpiusest said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-1/how-to/easy-to-wifi-calling-t4100229
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How is this a solution? Switching carriers lol
I want to preorder, but really need WiFi calling. Going to wait until regular users start to receive theirs. Right now with Xfinity Mobile we are paying about $30 per month for 5 lines. The service is as good as when we were Verizon postpaid. Not willing to switch just for this phone.
Anyone in the UK on O2 get it?
Rodders_28 said:
Anyone in the UK on O2 get it?
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Yup, got both (see attached)
I have none of those settings there.
I also don't get 4g+ don't know if that's related?
I get 4g+ if I put the missus Vodafone sim in.
Rodders_28 said:
I have none of those settings there.
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I should have mentioned also that I'm actually on the "Customized UK" firmware opposed to the "O2 UK Pay Monthly firmware" but I had WiFi calling for sure prior to this
So my Xperia 1 ii arrived today, I'm finishing-up set-up. This is the US model, which I'm using with ATT. The deep dive *#*#7378423#*#* on the software info page states: "Current modem config: VoLTE-ATT "
But have yet to find any configuration for VoLTE or Wi-Fi calling. I'll try a call with one of the other lines in my family, who have ATT branded newish phones, to see if it "sounds" like an HD Voice call (there's not notification bar indicator of HD call, right?).
Update: Tried the other *#*#4636#*#* and the options under Phone Info are all grayed out (sigh)
JamesMiami said:
So my Xperia 1 ii arrived today, I'm finishing-up set-up. This is the US model, which I'm using with ATT. The deep dive *#*#7378423#*#* on the software info page states: "Current modem config: VoLTE-ATT "
But have yet to find any configuration for VoLTE or Wi-Fi calling. I'll try a call with one of the other lines in my family, who have ATT branded newish phones, to see if it "sounds" like an HD Voice call (there's not notification bar indicator of HD call, right?).
Update: Tried the other *#*#4636#*#* and the options under Phone Info are all grayed out (sigh)
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You have to call ATT to whitelist your new IMEI for VoLTE provisioning. Then you need to make sure a new sim that supports VoLTE. This is what they told me but I'm missing the new sim, going to get one tomorrow
Thank you.,I'll give that a try. My SIM is the supposedly latest, about 2 years old, i. e. "A compatible SIM or eSIM card will display 25, 26, 27, or 28 in the ninth and tenth digits spots." Is there a newer SIM for ATT?
So had the following chat with ATT tech support:
"... Calista : To confirm, was the device purchased through AT&T?
Me : No, this is an unlocked phone, US model of Sony Xperia 1 ii
Calista : Thanks for the confirmation.
Calista : I have successfully activated VoLTE on the new device.
Calista : I have also checked and see that Wi-FIi calling can only be provisioned only on the device that are purchased through AT&T. However, AT&T will soon activate WiFi calling on the device that are not purchased through AT&T as well. You will be notified about this. "
However after power-cycling my phone and reprovisioning via Testing/Phone Information and on that page the steps of Refresh to get the SMSC number then tap Trigger Carrier Provisioning"--nothing, not VoLTE live switch. Remains gray. Still, interesting comment by tech support about upcoming Wi-Fi calling on BYOE.
Anyone know about VoLTE on Verizon yet? Just ordered my phone today and hoping that it will work.
JamesMiami said:
So had the following chat with ATT tech support:
"... Calista : To confirm, was the device purchased through AT&T?
Me : No, this is an unlocked phone, US model of Sony Xperia 1 ii
Calista : Thanks for the confirmation.
Calista : I have successfully activated VoLTE on the new device.
Calista : I have also checked and see that Wi-FIi calling can only be provisioned only on the device that are purchased through AT&T. However, AT&T will soon activate WiFi calling on the device that are not purchased through AT&T as well. You will be notified about this. "
However after power-cycling my phone and reprovisioning via Testing/Phone Information and on that page the steps of Refresh to get the SMSC number then tap Trigger Carrier Provisioning"--nothing, not VoLTE live switch. Remains gray. Still, interesting comment by tech support about upcoming Wi-Fi calling on BYOE.
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Those tech support chats are useless! Took me 4 calls/chat to get to one knowledgeable one who said they have to file a level 3 tech support ticket and as she was doing it she said our internal memo said this cannot be done for non-AT&T branded phones so I'm sorry
Why not just use Google Voice for wifi calling? I use Google Voice for just about everything now as it's a nice alternative to giving up my number to random businesses.
Is it possible, to install the VoLTE/VoWifi carrier settings by an app (as .apk)?
My problem is that Sony didn't include these settings for Swiss carriers. So I am thinking about, how to add these settings without breaking the firmware.
YandereSan said:
Why not just use Google Voice for wifi calling? I use Google Voice for just about everything now as it's a nice alternative to giving up my number to random businesses.
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VoLTE is required to continue to use AT&T after they sunset 3G and 4G (without VoLTE). Speaking of Google, they've confirmed to me that this phone (US version) works fine on their Google Fi, supporting VoLTE, which is interesting in that Google Fi is an MVNO via Sprint, T-Mobile, and U.S. Cellular.
So if I give ATT an IMEI for a Nokia Lumia 830 or Microsoft Lumia 640XL (both on AT&T's "good" list) to associate with my SIM in my Xperia, will my Xperia be provisioned by AT&T with VoLTE & Wi-Fi calling?

Volte/WiFi calling

Hi, guys.
Just wondering if any of you have working VOLTE/WIFI calling on your Pixel 5.
I'm on Vodafone UK and none of these are working, I don't get the options for the two in Network settings.
Apparently, they are not provisioned ATM.
Have you had more luck with your operators?
Nightwish1976 said:
Hi, guys.
Just wondering if any of you have working VOLTE/WIFI calling on your Pixel 5.
I'm on Vodafone UK and none of these are working, I don't get the options for the two in Network settings.
Apparently, they are not provisioned ATM.
Have you had more lock with your operators?
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all working for me on 3
Yeah, I had a feeling going with Vodafone is a mistake...
Working here with O2. They have a guide on the Vodafone website for the Pixel 4 so can't see why it doesn't work with the 5. https://deviceguides.vodafone.co.uk...ress the phone icon.&text=Press Wi-Fi calling.
Well, it's Vodafone. Apparently one of their geniuses has to add a line of code somewhere..
Anyway, the guide for P4 asks for activation from within the phone app's settings and the Wifi calling/Volte settings are missing from there on the Pixel 5.
On BT Mobile i have Wi-Fi calling after turning it on in the mobile network settings, the VoLTE option is also there, it is greyed out but set to the on position.
MrBelter said:
On BT Mobile i have Wi-Fi calling after turning it on in the mobile network settings, the VoLTE option is also there, it is greyed out but set to the on position.
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No VoLTE, tried it whilst out and about and the call quality was terrible after being used to it for so long.
I'm on iD mobile who use Three. I can see that volte and wifi calling have been provisioned and i have the option for turning wifi calling on but can't see an option for turning volte on.
czm said:
I'm on iD mobile who use Three. I can see that volte and wifi calling have been provisioned and i have the option for turning wifi calling on but can't see an option for turning volte on.
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Have you checked on the settings of the phone app?
Nightwish1976 said:
Have you checked on the settings of the phone app?
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Yup been through all the options and can't see it!
It seems it's different for every operator, I can only suggest to give ID a phone call..
I'm on 3, have no issues at all
Wifi Calling
works on my P5, also a 3 user
option is found under Settings, Network and Internet, Mobile Network, Advanced, Wi-Fi Calling
I'm on Vodafone and I don't have settings for WiFi calling either. Funnily enough when I got text message from Vodafone to download internet settings they didn't even have the pixel 4a/ 4a 5g or 5 on there.. so that's probably why people on Vodafone can't enable it because Vodafone themselves haven't added the phones on for WiFi calling
https://deviceguides.vodafone.co.uk/google/?type=all&topic=turn-wi-fi-calling-on-or-off
Check out this thread on Vodafone forum, will try it myself and see if it works
https://forum.vodafone.co.uk/t5/And...-be-provisioned-for-WiFi-calling/td-p/2671277
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Okay so update for Vodafone users, I got it working.
Following the second link above, 1. Go into Vodafone app and turn off WiFi calling, restart phone. 2. Go back into Vodafone app and turn back on WiFi calling (wait for 3/5 minutes and then restart phone again (you should receive a text from Vodafone saying it's enabled on your account). 3. Go to call app > settings> calls>WiFi calling>enable.
It also shows on networking settings in advanced now too.
Now I'm connected to WiFi calling, hope this helps Vodafone users
Nvm
Nightwish1976 said:
I'm one of the persons that posted on that thread .
It works for me now. Just try the following:
On MyVodafone app, disable wifi calling and immediately restart the phone. Then enable it again and immediately restart the phone. The Wifi calling settings should appear on Settings/Network and Internet/Mobile network (Vodafone)/Advanced.
At least they have in my case.
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Well thank you in that case, resolved that issue easily
Happy to help, it's fkin frustrating to be in your house with only edge signal, hardly able to have a phone conversation, waiting for Vodafone to do its job.
MrBelter said:
No VoLTE, tried it whilst out and about and the call quality was terrible after being used to it for so long.
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What an arse i am, turns out the other caller was using their phone on speakerphone, made a few calls since and VoLTE is working just fine on BT Mobile.
Neither is working for me as well, but was working fine on my old phone.
What I noticed on my device is that it came from Google with the "KDDI only" build on it(see https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-5/help/kddi-variant-t4178033), which I suspect might be related to the issue.
BtbN said:
Neither is working for me as well, but was working fine on my old phone.
What I noticed on my device is that it came from Google with the "KDDI only" build on it(see https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-5/help/kddi-variant-t4178033), which I suspect might be related to the issue.
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I don't think so. The model of my phone is RD1A.200810.021.A1. Let me guess, is this the same as yours?
PS: what network are you on?

Question wifi calling

Noticed that there is no wifi calling option in settings > network > call and sms (both options are greyed out) Im in the UK using Lebara (Vodafone)
Spoke with Lebara and they believe there's an ongoing issue with Google and wifi calling.
Can anyone in UK confirm its available for them please?
thanks
chatlow said:
Noticed that there is no wifi calling option in settings > network > call and sms (both options are greyed out) Im in the UK using Lebara (Vodafone)
Spoke with Lebara and they believe there's an ongoing issue with Google and wifi calling.
Can anyone in UK confirm its available for them please?
thanks
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I'm in the US but noticed the same thing. I did a search in settings and found it. I enabled it and it works great.
where in settings please? searched for wifi calling and nothing specifically returned for it
Tap settings in the search filed type wifi calling. It worked for me. Mine is the Unlocked US version.
just in case others are curious. This is known issue in the UK between Lebara and Google. Currently wifi calling is not supported on the pixel 7 at all.. with Lebara (I'm not sure if this is just UK and/or Vodafone anywhere else)
chatlow said:
just in case others are curious. This is known issue in the UK between Lebara and Google. Currently wifi calling is not supported on the pixel 7 at all.. with Lebara (I'm not sure if this is just UK and/or Vodafone anywhere else)
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It is working with me in Germany on O2 network.
Today's chat with Lebara customer support.
The problem is still not resolved.
userAnd said:
Today's chat with Lebara customer support.
The problem is still not resolved.
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Got the same response. Switched to VOXI (Vodafone) and I can finally use WiFi + 4G calling. Honestly stupid, they use the same infrastructure but intentionally block it on some devices.
ThatPcGuy said:
Got the same response. Switched to VOXI (Vodafone) and I can finally use WiFi + 4G calling. Honestly stupid, they use the same infrastructure but intentionally block it on some devices.
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Should be illegal.
They do it for $$$ reasons.
You pay for data, yet they block tethering...
Phone providers get away with too much. Why can I not root my phone, install custom rom/kernel but I can do anything I want on my home PC and still maintain warranty?

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