i didnt buy it because it is still locked to att. so did anyone get it to run on tmobile us? i bought a galaxy s instead. i guess i can wait for the 2.2 update if it works.
mine's unlocked and tested with t-mo. works great, but you'll only get EDGE data speeds. i wonder what happened to the streak that was supposed to come with 1700mhz. by the way, i don't think this thread belongs here. but i hope that answers your question.
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I hate AT&T but I do like the Atrix. If I manage to unlock it, I know I will be able to connect to T-Mobile's edge network, but is there any chance it would be able to connect to T-Mobile's 3G and 4G networks? Before anyone says no out of hand remember an unlocked Vibrant can connect to AT&T's 3G network.
I know this seems like a dumb question but I really do hate AT&T and would rather stick with my Nexus S on T-Mobile than use an Atrix on AT&T. So I'm hoping that the unlikely possibilty exists that I can use the Atrix on T-Mobile's network.
peto.dragoumanos said:
I hate AT&T but I do like the Atrix. If I manage to unlock it, I know I will be able to connect to T-Mobile's edge network, but is there any chance it would be able to connect to T-Mobile's 3G and 4G networks? Before anyone says no out of hand remember an unlocked Vibrant can connect to AT&T's 3G network.
I know this seems like a dumb question but I really do hate AT&T and would rather stick with my Nexus S on T-Mobile than use an Atrix on AT&T. So I'm hoping that the unlikely possibilty exists that I can use the Atrix on T-Mobile's network.
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Short answer...NO.
I was afraid that would be the answer, but out of curiosity you said the short answer was no, is there a long answer that is yes?
peto.dragoumanos said:
I was afraid that would be the answer, but out of curiosity you said the short answer was no, is there a long answer that is yes?
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lol, you don't give up do you? Well it's still no. This phone was not built with AWS bands in mind, which are 1700/2100mhz. In case of the Vibrant, I guess Samsung wanted more world support and offer the 1900mhz which is also supported by AT&T. Either way you take it, it's just not going work.
I suggest you wait for now, your Nexus S will keep you happy until T-Mobile gets some dual core love as well. Just try and be patient, sometimes this pays off in the end ..
Besides, you have more dev support right now, so go flash some ROMs.
Thanks, for taking the time to answer my question with such great detail. I will stick with my Nexus S for sure now. I knew it was a longshot when I posted but a guy can hope.
peto.dragoumanos said:
Thanks, for taking the time to answer my question with such great detail. I will stick with my Nexus S for sure now. I knew it was a longshot when I posted but a guy can hope.
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Haha no problem..good luck, maybe things will change in a few weeks ..anyway all the best!
I have an original ATT Note that was hacked to use T-Mobile with a Saurom Rom .....not sure which Radio....
My question is when T-Mobile releases their version next month can my original hacked Note be rehacked with the new T-Mobile ROM and radios?
Or do I have to restore the ATT files and sell to an ATT customer...then buying a new T-Mobile Note?
thanks for the help....
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I have an original ATT Note that was hacked to use T-Mobile with a Saurom Rom .....not sure which Radio....
My question is when T-Mobile releases their version next month can my original hacked Note be rehacked with the new T-Mobile ROM and radios?
Or do I have to restore the ATT files and sell to an ATT customer...then buying a new T-Mobile Note?
thanks for the help....
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sell the phone.
Sell the phone
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sell the phone.
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yep that's what I thought the answer would be....just hate to take a $ hit on it which I no doubt would...plus with Note 2 coming out soon it would be nice to be able to use the one I have with the real T-Mobile Rom and Radio....until the Note 2 comes out....
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sell the phone.
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Is it because no developer will be working on it or what?
I dont think the t-mobile radio alone will help. But, if a replacement speaker/anntenna assembly becomes available, that should do the trick.
IIRC the phones are internally different. At least the antennas are. Thats the weak point of the at&t model. Personally id sell yours and get the one specifically madefor AWS. Plenty of people will want yours (LTE). Not everyone will want a tmobile branded phone.
Pretty sure the tmob phone will have superior AWS reception
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Correct me if I'm wrong but T-Mobile is supposed to be rolling out with LTE next year, will the att note support that LTE since the phone supports it. If that's the case I will stick with the att note in hopes that I could get LTE.
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Going to go for the T-Mobile Note
I guess I'm convinced that selling the ATT version and just buying the new T-mobile Note is what I'll do..............I figured that was the wisest thing from the start but was curious as to the "why's"........
I'm on T-Mo with the note too, but have come to the conclusion that I'll hold off for the note 2, assuming it comes to T-Mo, and if not then I'll get the T-Mo note later. I'm basing this on the marginally acceptable d/l & u/l speeds I'm getting and that 90%+ of the time my data use is on wifi anyway.
Just sharing another T-Mo users thoughts.
T-Mobile Note....Wait or Not
[My download and connectivity issues are such that without wi-fi dialing my service at home is unpredictable and marginal....so looking towards T-Mobile having their own Note makes waiting for Note 2 not a good option unless the ATT Note I'm using could be flashed again with updated radio and perhaps ROM.
Was hoping that taking those from the new T-Mobile Note would be possible, but if not then I'll have to go the buy-sell route and move my ATT version as soon as the new one is out and in my hands.
Even with this fix: http://www.xda-developers.com/android/galaxy-note-i717-hacked-to-work-on-t-mobile-3g4g/ you are getting poor results? I am thinking of getting a used note to use with my t-mobile 2 year plan, I will probably not going to be able afford the "no contract note" even if its released for t mobile soon...
I'm getting 3-10mbps average and that's when I'm NOT on wifi. I really see no reason to why you would sell your current note for a newer phone but with the sake exact specs at such a higher price. Wifi calling would be the biggest reason and 42mbps? Even with my galaxy s2 on T-Mobile I hit 5-12mbps all day. But I use data only for BS poker, Facebook and BS like that. I don't see at all why u would bother switching especially if its only to flash roms ans radios. Several threads talk about getting the tmobile galaxy note radio working on the att version.
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Can I use it on other networks without unlocking it first?
No. Verizon works very hard to lock down their phones. There are rumors that this phone may work on other GSM networks but no HSPA+. It won't be easy to get working...
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No. Verizon works very hard to lock down their phones. There are rumors that this phone may work on other GSM networks but no HSPA+. It won't be easy to get working...
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Looks like it works just fine on GSM networks
The preview units seem to be unlocked, and I really hope that this continues on the phones sold on the 21st.
The Verizon iPhone 5 comes unlocked out of the box, a Verizon representative confirmed with CNET today.
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The Verizon iPhone 5 comes unlocked out of the box, a Verizon representative confirmed with CNET today.
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Its been confirmed since day one.
From what I hear, it doesn't appear the DNA will be unlocked
we really need a definitive answer here.
There are quite a few people who already got the phones.. I asked a few times from them to try it out but so far nada...
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we really need a definitive answer here.
There are quite a few people who already got the phones.. I asked a few times from them to try it out but so far nada...
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OK, I can confirm a few things for the shipped Verizon DNA's. They can't currently be unlocked on the htcdev website. I have heard that some of the Dev's have found a solution however and we should be hearing on a workaround very soon.
I can confirm that they are still SIM unlocked though! I successfully used an USA AT&T SIM and got both voice and H data speeds (~2mbs down) on AT&T network.
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OK, I can confirm a few things for the shipped Verizon DNA's. They can't currently be unlocked on the htcdev website. I have heard that some of the Dev's have found a solution however and we should be hearing on a workaround very soon.
I can confirm that they are still SIM unlocked though! I successfully used an USA AT&T SIM and got both voice and H data speeds (~2mbs down) on AT&T network.
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That's awesome! Using AT&T and T-Mobile SIM's was a huge selling point for me.
Hi guys.i am in south .africa.A friend is coming from the US and he can bring me a DNA ?Can i use it in my country.
Thanks
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You can on any gsm network.
Ok i have read and read still stumped looking to buy either a tmobile or att note used. i have tmobile service does the att note function the same as the tmobile version, data speeds the same? any features that dont work. thanks for any help
My opinion is buy the version compatible with your network.
The at&t model i717 can be made to work with tmobile and other networks, but it takes some effort to make it do so, and it isn't a 100% sure thing that you will have 4G, and many people have messed up their phone.
If you buy the tmobile version you will be good to go as soon as you insert your sim and power up.
If you want a reliable, fast note, go with tmobile model. If you want a new hobby, get the at&t model and try to get it working on tmobile.
If you're in a refarmed area the AT&T works fine and is a lot easier to find. I average 13 and 3 with pretty decent pings in Chicago in a stock unlocked i717 on the TMobile $30 plan. I was looking for the TMobile Note for months and eventually got this. I'm happy with it though I'm experiencing pretty bad battery life (I've got a replacement battery on the way).
I'm headed to the suburbs this weekend and am looking forward to seeing how it will do there.
The att note note is fast with tmo as well... And the i717 has more development from what I've seen just sayin
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Ok i have read and read still stumped looking to buy either a tmobile or att note used. i have tmobile service does the att note function the same as the tmobile version, data speeds the same? any features that dont work. thanks for any help
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Give you a good deal on mine. It's an At&T
I only briefly got it to work on Tmobile voice/data then gave up..
Was a perfect excuse to upgrade to the NOTE 2..
This time from Tmobile.. No more issues.
No doubt smarter types than myself could get it just right..
But, they changed my sim card, couldn't test it anymore,
Wondering if anyone that has the t-mobile version on att could speak on any adverse effects at all. I'm curious if ISIS wallet still works, provided you have the new SIM card that is. Most info I've seen is about reception which all seems to be good so that's a relief. Has anyone come across any issues at all?
I've got a few days left to return this thing and I'm trying to make up my mind please help!
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Usually the difference between ATT and TMO phones by Samsung is the bootloader. It will be locked on AT&T, and has been confirmed unlocked on the TMO S5. When custom roms and kernels come to the S5 you'll be happier if you have the TMO phone.
We need a really organized thread for all the T-Mobile S5 inquires.