I found this article on CNET and found it to be useful.
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39...g-on-the-htc-thunderbolt-for-battery-savings/
Many people don't really need 4G on all the time, particularly if you're in an area where 4G isn't available.
1. From the dialer, dial *#*#4636#*#*
2. Select Phone Info
3. Scroll down to "set preferred network type"
4. Set it to "CDMA auto (PRL)"
If you want to turn 4G back on, repeat the above steps, but on step 4, choose "CDMA + LTE/EvDo auto".
According to the article, some people have reported massive battery life gains, which we all could use on the Thunderbolt.
Hey, that doesn't work on my tbolt...oh, wait, I have a toggle in my notification widget (or in my power widget)
There are a few apps that will do this for you on the market as well. The basically just create a shortcut to the menu.
Note: If you're on a CM7 based rom, your preferred network will probably read as "Unknown". Leave it and if you want to mess with it use the widgets or the "Mobile Networks" section in Settings->Wireless & networks.
Woops... I probably should've specified that this works on Sense based Roms.
Stovepipe said:
Woops... I probably should've specified that this works on Sense based Roms.
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LTE On/Off does this with a single touch.
loonatik78 said:
LTE On/Off does this with a single touch.
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Technically, it's more like 3-4 (4 if you count the 'back' button to get out of phone-settings screen)
hallstevenson said:
Technically, it's more like 3-4 (4 if you count the 'back' button to get out of phone-settings screen)
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Not on mine! I have this kickass app called Android Psychic that reads my mind!
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What is the best free widget to switch between 3G/2G. i know there are some widgets with multi functionality such as brightness, 2G, airplane more. Could you point me to such free widget?
Thanks!
WidgetSoid
I like widgetsoid personally, you can have alot of cool setting i use it to replace the power control widget. hope thats what your looking for.
EDIT:
Widgetsoid 2.1 and down
Widgetsoid 2.2
Give this one a whirl, takes the power widget and adds more options:
http://www.appbrain.com/app/free-power-widget/at.abraxas.powerwidget.free
Well I tried both of the suggested ones, but when I click on to switch 2g/3G it does not switch but it brings me to the MObile Networks menu.. I do not have an option to "use 2G only". I can go in and specify a Network Mode
1) GSM/WCDMA (automatic)
2) GSM only
3) WCDMA only
Nowhere does it say 2G. So none of the one lick switch widgets that tried work..
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Well I tried both of the suggested ones, but when I click on to switch 2g/3G it does not switch but it brings me to the MObile Networks menu.. I do not have an option to "use 2G only". I can go in and specify a Network Mode
1) GSM/WCDMA (automatic)
2) GSM only
3) WCDMA only
Nowhere does it say 2G. So none of the one lick switch widgets that tried work..
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Option 2 "GSM only" is the same thing as 2G only. Option 3 "WCDMA only" forces the phone to only use 3G networks for data.
Mr_Tricorder said:
Option 2 "GSM only" is the same thing as 2G only. Option 3 "WCDMA only" forces the phone to only use 3G networks for data.
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So basically the widget does nothelp me in 1-2 clicks to switch..? I need to so it with like 4 clicks, cuz even when u select it, it gives you a warning..
android software
Due to the android set up, no widget that i know of will do it in just one click, and since the release of the Ji6 update. they took away the 2g only button and replaced it with the wcdma/gsm toggle instead. hope that helps to sort out the problem.
Salithox said:
Due to the android set up, no widget that i know of will do it in just one click, and since the release of the Ji6 update. they took away the 2g only button and replaced it with the wcdma/gsm toggle instead. hope that helps to sort out the problem.
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Oh, really? OK, that makes sense, cuz I updated to JI6 few days ago. thanks for the clarification. Will the feature be available in Froyo?
azsamsancho said:
Oh, really? OK, that makes sense, cuz I updated to JI6 few days ago. thanks for the clarification. Will the feature be available in Froyo?
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i really dont no for sure it there will ever really be a one click switch, but you can still switch just takes a few more clicks. thats all. just put it on gsm and thats the 2g. thats what i do when im in poor coverage areas. and your welcome hope it helps out.
I have tried going into the testing menu and switching radios, but:
1. I don't know which radio to choose, because there's no CDMA+LTE/EvDO option
2. When I do choose another option (other than CDMA PRL(Auto)), it doesn't switch to it.
So, the question is: How do I switch between 3G and 4G LTE on my Thunderbolt with CM7?
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I have tried going into the testing menu and switching radios, but:
1. I don't know which radio to choose, because there's no CDMA+LTE/EvDO option
2. When I do choose another option (other than CDMA PRL(Auto)), it doesn't switch to it.
So, the question is: How do I switch between 3G and 4G LTE on my Thunderbolt with CM7?
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Settings->Wireless&Networks->Mobile networks->network mode
Or you can just add slayher's 3g/4g toggle to the power widget or the notification widget in the drop down.
Thanks a bunch! Perfect
Ok so those of you who own the Photon have probably noticed Motorola buried the Data Toggle option deep in menus we're not used to finding them in. None of the current Toggle / Widget apps support access to this menu with a single click.
**3G always on tends to drain your battery as it constantly searches to connect to a data signal. Turning it off when not needed will increase your battery life. Please note, this is not a 4G toggle...that is separate. This toggle will switch off 2G/3G radio only.**
EarlyMon (Android Forums) pointed out a free Toggle App, that with some exploration and trial I was able to come up with a work-around that allows a single press Data Toggle.
Here's a quick tutorial:
1. Download Widgetsoid2.x and install.
2. Long-press on Home Screen, and select "Widgets"
3. Scroll down to Widgetsoid Switcher 1x1
4. 1st option on the toolbar down on the bottom is "Network" select that.
5. Select "Mobile Data"
6. Next go to Theme...and customize the look you want for the toggle.
7. Select Apply on lower menu bar
8. A menu will pop up asking if you want to "Edit Global Preferences"...Choose Yes
9. The first Tab from top is "Data Toggle Mode"
10. Select "Root Toggle"
11. Press your BACK key...and it will return you to your Home Screen.
Done... There's your Data Toggle!
Sorry for my ignorance but why would this be needed...
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Yogi3 said:
Sorry for my ignorance but why would this be needed...
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Keeping your Data on consistently uses battery. The radio constantly cycles in search of data signal. Turning it off when you don't need it can boost battery life significantly.
Oh ok that makes sense... thanks for answering my question
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I think this is especially helpful for those with poor signal quality that fades in and out all day long.
Good tip.
Data enabler on the market works for one touch
something i bought way back and I wasnt really impressed was switchpro widget
switchpro widget's data toggle doesnt work on photon. a shame
sweet, thanks. Is there any way to reduce the size of the icon? I couldn't find the option in Themes.
When adding it as a widget you can select its size. 1x1, 1x2, etc.
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When adding it as a widget you can select its size. 1x1, 1x2, etc.
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Unfortunately, 1x1 is just a little too big
You could try using Multicon widget app and make them really tiny.
TS out
Just as a heads up, I recommend you guys download Tasker if you really want to have control over your battery usage. Its not free, but that 6 bucks is worth every penny. There have been multiple articles on Lifehacker regarding this tool. I used it to create many different tasks that help reduce power draw, including a basic Mobile Data On/Off Toggle. Its an extremely powerful tool.
rancherochido said:
Data enabler on the market works for one touch
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Yes...but it's EFFIN ugly...lmao!
Also in Notification
If you do not like the app icon you have the option of not showing the widget on the home screen but in the notifications area, give it try.
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If you do not like the app icon you have the option of not showing the widget on the home screen but in the notifications area, give it try.
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Oh good find!
10 chars....
what about beautiful widgets? they have one for mobile or juice defender witch turns off data when ur screen is off and its free
I use Beautiful Widgets and the data toggle doesn't work. Most won't...have only found these two so far. I prefer a toggle over auto off on screen off, as I use my phone alot...and don't always need a data connection.
I followed OP's instructions to use Widgetsoid2.x and it worked like a charm. Thanks!
Cool - thanks developer - so this is the recommended way to "manually" turn off/on 3g? Why didn't the android OS have this built in like the other network things like, radio / wifi / bluetooth / 4g /etc?
I'm using Widgetsoid to switch between 2g/3g, but it still takes 4 total clicks. Is there a 1-click option available for rooted users?
Thx!
CM9 has a 2G/3G toggle in the power widget on the status bar. One click to go to 2G preferred, another click to set it back to 2G or 3G. Easy.
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CM9 has a 2G/3G toggle in the power widget on the status bar. One click to go to 2G preferred, another click to set it back to 2G or 3G. Easy.
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Any other options? I have odexed lpg, stock
Looks like you're stuck with your widget then. Unless you use something like Tasker to have it switch to 2G or 3G under certain circumstances (time/whatever) or if certain conditions are met.
Use this
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Use this
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Thanks, but that's still 4 CLICKS! Same as Widgetsoid.
I'm surprised there's no mod for this.....
Why don't you code one ? I'm sure the community would be eternally grateful.
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Why don't you code one ? I'm sure the community would be eternally grateful.
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LoL! I couldn't code a shortcut.
Haha ;-) Me neither.
Edit - Honestly, Tasker is as close as you're going to get to what you want if you don't want to use CM9.
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LoL! I couldn't code a shortcut.
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I couldnt find an app either. One simple work around though. After selecting GSM/WCDMA mode, press the home button. The rule is to keep the current settings page in background. Switch it as and when necessary. All you have to do is to launch the Task Manager (like holding home key) and select the desired network mode. Still takes less than 3 touches.
Simple, not a concrete one though!
You could give a try to for example AOKP custom rom. You can customize status bar icons, there's a button to switch between the two modes.
Xposed
Just download xposed and then gravity box you can make a shortcut in there. (NOTE: This requires a custom recovery like twrp or cwm. )
Hey,
Since as i understand 3G draing the battery much more then 2G.
Is there any option to auto switch to 2G when the phone is not in use?
Tnx
Yaniv
I use sgs2 cyanogenmod
No simple way to do it (this has been asked on here recently more than a few times). Your best chance is to get Tasker from Google Play & see if you can set up a task to run where the phone switches to 2G where certain conditions are met.
try root box rom
yaniv_sa said:
Hey,
Since as i understand 3G draing the battery much more then 2G.
Is there any option to auto switch to 2G when the phone is not in use?
Tnx
Yaniv
I use sgs2 cyanogenmod
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In aokp roms like RootBOX & Resurrection Remix, a 2G toggle can be set in the notification screen.
settings -> Rom-Control -> (statusbar) Toggles -> Enabled toggles.
I use it from time to time
I never used cyanogenmod....
CM also have this option. AOKP roms are based on CM, so...
Having a toggle on the status bar isn't what the OP has asked. He's asked for a way to have the phone automatically switch to 2G when 'the phone is not in use' (reading is fun. honest).
yaniv_sa said:
Hey,
Since as i understand 3G draing the battery much more then 2G.
Is there any option to auto switch to 2G when the phone is not in use?
Tnx
Yaniv
I use sgs2 cyanogenmod
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I remember that i ever provide some of battery saving apps have any feature to do that e.g. easy baterry saver or battery saver.. at it's network settings related..
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There is a good app for that, but I think it will work with CM only:
2G Auto Toggle
seba18 said:
There is a good app for that, but I think it will work with CM only:
2G Auto Toggle
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I saw it got bad reviews in the google play.
did ya use it?
yaniv_sa said:
I saw it got bad reviews in the google play.
did ya use it?
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Open the dial pad, type *#*#4636#*#*, if anything pop up, you can go to Phone information to switch preferred network type to "GSM only" for 2G.
You can also create an Activity shortcut on the home screen to do this in a faster way. The activity is under Settings -> Phone info.
For the sake of simplicity, install CM and use toggles.
ksilver89 said:
Open the dial pad, type *#*#4636#*#*, if anything pop up, you can go to Phone information to switch preferred network type to "GSM only" for 2G.
You can also create an Activity shortcut on the home screen to do this in a faster way. The activity is under Settings -> Phone info.
For the sake of simplicity, install CM and use toggles.
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Can you tell me where the toggle is? I have an option of setting the preferred network but changing it to 2G will automatically toggle it back to 3G. I am not satisfied !!
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rmsalihdeen said:
Can you tell me where the toggle is? I have an option of setting the preferred network but changing it to 2G will automatically toggle it back to 3G. I am not satisfied !!
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I feel like a retard to reply to myself. But just now I tried toggling it with my data off. It sticks. I have to select the preferred network and then I have to switch it on. Might help someone!