Just curious
Wind uses the AWS band for 3G and HSPA data transfer, this is the same band that is used by T-Mobile USA, the GT-I9100M (Bell's SGS2) doesn't support these bands so your data will be limited to 2G speed, it will however work properly as a phone. If you want faster data speeds you will need to get your hands on a T-Mobile USA version of the SGS2.
Ah okay. That's disappointing to know.
But thanks for the detailed reply.
SGS2 GT-I9100M Bell Canada want to use with Wind Mobile Canada
Sepharite said:
Ah okay. That's disappointing to know.
But thanks for the detailed reply.
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Hi, sorry to jump into this thread, but I am in the same position and I would like to know how did this work for you if you went ahead with this phone into Wind service.
I started a thread and some body there told me maybe better to ask in these two threads... my problem is explained here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/help/qa-friendly-qa-thread-t1648351/post54374435
Thanks a lot for any contribution to my solution.
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Galaxy S2 support T-Mobile 3G?? EDGE only??
Use the f-in search feature.
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wootek76 said:
Galaxy S2 support T-Mobile 3G?? EDGE only??
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To answer your question the SGS II only works on Edge and not 3g for T-mobile.
brandenk0 said:
To answer your question the SGS II only works on Edge and not 3g for T-mobile.
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Works fine on 3g for me!
I am also using T-Mobile with 3G (or Orange T-Mobile as it is now called in the UK).
I assume the guys that can't get it working are in the States?
Getting 3g and h here on my tmobile, pretty fast to
shrubbery said:
I am also using T-Mobile with 3G (or Orange T-Mobile as it is now called in the UK).
I assume the guys that can't get it working are in the States?
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Correct. We would only get Edge here.
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Just saw your name was shrubbery... oh man I love Monty Python!
Dirky said:
Works fine on 3g for me!
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Me too..
No problems here
the thread starter needs to title his thread "tmobile USA" because obviously this phone does not work with tmobile usa 3g. of course tmobile in europe will work fine.
Should have written my answer with more detail :/ The SGS II works for Orange in the UK but with T-mobile US it only works on Edge.
Perhaps You Can Help with T-M 3G?
vimto25 said:
Getting 3g and h here on my tmobile, pretty fast to
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Hello. I have a GSII from UK, on T-Mobile. Tried to work with a guy at T-Mobile to figure out how to get 3G (only Edge now). My unit is rooted. I would love (and would pay!) to get 3G working on my phone. Can you help out?
RobertCBoston said:
Hello. I have a GSII from UK, on T-Mobile. Tried to work with a guy at T-Mobile to figure out how to get 3G (only Edge now). My unit is rooted. I would love (and would pay!) to get 3G working on my phone. Can you help out?
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If your on T-Mobile US, you can never get anything but EDGE.
Thanks for quick reply...
...not to be a pest, but does the phone I got (UK GSII) just totally lack the hardware capability to do 3G, or is it a software/firmware issue that may some day have a solution?
RobertCBoston said:
...not to be a pest, but does the phone I got (UK GSII) just totally lack the hardware capability to do 3G, or is it a software/firmware issue that may some day have a solution?
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The UK GS2 lacks the current bands to run on T-mobile US network, since they use different bands compared to T-Mobile UK. If you want 3g/4g, you have to wait for T-mobile to release their variant in the states or otherwise change to AT&T.
RobertCBoston said:
...not to be a pest, but does the phone I got (UK GSII) just totally lack the hardware capability to do 3G, or is it a software/firmware issue that may some day have a solution?
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Hey BostonBob... you might what to take a look at this thread. It explains the situation in a little more detail: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=16356271
Short answer... it appears one-half (the upload half) of the TMobile USA 3G signal is at the wrong frequency (meaning this phone won't support it.)
I looked around to see if there's a software hack to reprogram the frequency or a hardware thing. Best I can tell...
1) The SGS2 supports a VERY wide range of frequencies. The i9100 service manual shows it clearly supports service in the 1700 MHz range... but not specifically AWS (Advanced Wireless Service) that TMobile USA uses.
2) The service manual actually shows you how to go in and 'fine tune' the frequencies if you have superhuman soldering skills.
3) Bad news, even if you hit the right frequency, I'd assume the antenna firmware would have to be changed (well outside of my area of expertise.)
I keep hoping that someone with some knowledge of programming one of these antennas will chime it, but no luck yet.
Now that TMobile USA is releasing their bastardized version of the SGS2, maybe we'll get lucky and the telephony portion of the hardware will be interchangeable (though I highly doubt it.)
If it's any consolation, I'm in the same boat.
Heya!
I'm a little confused as to what Frequencies for 3G the SGSII will support - are the data sheets true and it actually is ready for 3G Quadband? So I'd be able to use the phone I buy over here in the UK on the AT&T Network and I'd still be able to use the 3G connectivity?
Thanks for the clarification!
Meister_Li said:
Heya!
I'm a little confused as to what Frequencies for 3G the SGSII will support - are the data sheets true and it actually is ready for 3G Quadband? So I'd be able to use the phone I buy over here in the UK on the AT&T Network and I'd still be able to use the 3G connectivity?
Thanks for the clarification!
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Yes, you can use with ATT in the US. Galaxy S2 has 850/1900 3G bands which is what ATT uses.
agree, I am on AT&T, using it. the phone software is not yet perfected in terms of 3g/4g, but that effects all users around the world.
Awesome, thanks for the clarification!
Sorry, I know this must have been asked before, just couldn't find the answer.
Want to buy a S2 (tonight!), but was wondering if it will work with TMobile's 3G or even 4G.
I use TMobile plan, and would like to switch to a non-contracted S2, but wants to enjoy AT LEAST 3G speeds (willing to sacrifice 4G).
So - please help
THANK YOU!
benyben123 said:
Sorry, I know this must have been asked before, just couldn't find the answer.
Want to buy a S2 (tonight!), but was wondering if it will work with TMobile's 3G or even 4G.
I use TMobile plan, and would like to switch to a non-contracted S2, but wants to enjoy AT LEAST 3G speeds (willing to sacrifice 4G).
So - please help
THANK YOU!
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As far as I know you will not get T-Mobile 3g because the international version does not support their bands for 3g
Just edge (no 1700mhz aws band). Galaxy nexus will...
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first off i know the seniors are going to start *****ing at me for starting a tread when there is like 6 already. But this is different for many reasons:
1. bell galaxy s II i9100M does indeed support 1700 / 2100 UMTS as stated both in the booklet, and also on their webside. I own one and was wondering which modem file would allow those frequencies and how would i get it working with Mobilicity & Wind.
thanks in advance
http://www.bell.ca/Mobility/Products/Samsung_Galaxy_S_2_HD_LTE/Specifications.tab
Platform
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (upgradeable to Android 4.0)Apps storeGoogle Play
Connectivity
Network compatibility4G LTE and HSPA+Maximum download speedUp to 75 Mbps (4G LTE), up to 42 Mbps (HSPA+)HSPA/UMTS compatibility850/1700/1900/2100 MHzGPRS/EDGE compatibility850/900/1800/1900 MHzGlobal access Wi-Fi Mobile Wi-Fi hotspot DLNA GPS Bluetooth®Bluetooth® 3.0Other
Micro USB
HDMI via MHL (optional accessory)
directly form bells site
Wind & Mobilicity use AWS frequencies (1710–1755 up, 2110–2155 down) these are generally not supported by Bell Mobility branded handsets as Bell does not use these frequencies, the phone you linked is capable of the same frequencies as the GT-I9100M other than LTE and the GT-I9100M is not capable of H+ or 3G speeds on Wind or Mobilicity, in order to get 3g/H/H+ speeds on Wind or Mobilicity you would need an AWS capable phone (ie one from them or T-Mobile USA).
thank, now that's the answer i was looking for
mnaderi said:
http://www.bell.ca/Mobility/Products/Samsung_Galaxy_S_2_HD_LTE/Specifications.tab
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You may or may not care, but this link is NOT to the i9100M.
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You may or may not care, but this link is NOT to the i9100M.
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That's true, but it doesn't matter for his particular question, the model he linked wont work on the network he wants to use it on either.
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That's true, but it doesn't matter for his particular question, the model he linked wont work on the network he wants to use it on either.
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Maybe it doesn't matter for that particular question, sure. I just was trying to let him know so he doesn't try to flash a firmware for the wrong model or something.
SGS2 GT-I9100M Bell Canada want to use with Wind Mobile Canada
ctomgee said:
Maybe it doesn't matter for that particular question, sure. I just was trying to let him know so he doesn't try to flash a firmware for the wrong model or something.
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Hi, sorry to jump into this thread, but I would like to know f you went ahead with this phone into Wind service and if so, how did this work for you?
I started a thread and some body there told me maybe better to ask in these two threads... my problem is explained here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...1/post54374435
Thanks a lot for any contribution to my solution.
Hi, I've read that the international quad core version of the Galaxy S3 can be used on Rogers.
I know absolutely nothing about phones so I was wondering how this can be done?
Do I just buy the international version without contract and take it to a Rogers service store and add a plan on it? What type of plan should I be using with the international version? I don't need LTE or 4G. I'm fine with the 3G network as long as the phone works without any issues. Is there any trustworthy sites where can I buy the unlocked international version of the S3?
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Hi, I've read that the international quad core version of the Galaxy S3 can be used on Rogers.
I know absolutely nothing about phones so I was wondering how this can be done?
Do I just buy the international version without contract and take it to a Rogers service store and add a plan on it? What type of plan should I be using with the international version? I don't need LTE or 4G. I'm fine with the 3G network as long as the phone works without any issues. Is there any trustworthy sites where can I buy the unlocked international version of the S3?
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I am not super familiar with how things work in the US for mobile phones, but here are a few threads that might help you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1696025
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722690
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683261
daviddema said:
I am not super familiar with how things work in the US for mobile phones, but here are a couple of threads that might help you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1696025
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722690
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Rogers is in canada not US :angel:
@OP I am 99% sure that international GSIII will work on Rogers. I had GSII with me and I used it on rogers with a prepaid plan
watsa said:
Rogers is in canada not US :angel:
@OP I am 99% sure that international GSIII will work on Rogers. I had GSII with me and I used it on rogers with a prepaid plan
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From a little bit of research, everyone is saying the international GSIII will work as long as it's on a 3G data plan. Is there any downsides to using the international version other than being limited to 3G? Is it as simple as buying the unlocked GSIII int'l phone and using a 3G plan on it?
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From a little bit of research, everyone is saying the international GSIII will work as long as it's on a 3G data plan. Is there any downsides to using the international version other than being limited to 3G? Is it as simple as buying the unlocked GSIII int'l phone and using a 3G plan on it?
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I don't think there is any downside apart from not being on LTE. Yes it should be as simple as buying an unlocked phone, putting the sim card in it with a 3G plan. In case if your data does not work check if APN is added. I remember it was added automatically for me on GSII
I'm on rogers with the 9300, works fine. Obviously no LTE, but the HSPA+ is fast enough. Not to mention Canadian bandwidth restrictions making LTE a huge turn-off for me. 6GB a month for $60+, no thanks
EDIT: I could be wrong but I don't see a problem with what you mentioned in the OP. Get the phone and just buy a regular smartphone data plan, or whichever plan you want. As for myself, I kept the same plan as my X10 and just cut my sim up because it wouldn't fit and it works fine, no change of plan or anything.