hey all,
looking at getting this phone this weekend, but curious about the LTE.. I live in a rural area that doesnt have LTE, we will be on HSPA+ for a while yet. Carrier is Telus in Nova Scotia.
I have read that LTE is a bit of a battery hog, if there is no LTE in my area will the phone keep hunting for LTE?
Can i "disable" LTE and have it default to HSPA+?(primarily for battery consumption)
Thanks
EDIT: sorry i just notice the post about questions going in the Q&A, sorry, if a mod could move it, that would be great
Yes you can disable it. which carrier are you with?
Hi, I have the AT&T S3 and I've used the code *#2263# and selected WCDMA and the frequency, and now it stays on HSPA
I hope it helps!
Thanks thats what I was getting at (wasn't sure if you guys had that option or not) OP there is your method.
You can also get the app Phone Info to change your settings
Excellent Info! Thanks
Do you think the battery life will be better ?
zuachs said:
Hi, I have the AT&T S3 and I've used the code *#2263# and selected WCDMA and the frequency, and now it stays on HSPA
I hope it helps!
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hrmm...when I do that on my ATT S3 it just takes me to a screen that says RAT selection option is restricted.
I don't see any other options.
zuachs said:
Hi, I have the AT&T S3 and I've used the code *#2263# and selected WCDMA and the frequency, and now it stays on HSPA
I hope it helps!
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Can you do this on other carriers?
BonesHopkins said:
hrmm...when I do that on my ATT S3 it just takes me to a screen that says RAT selection option is restricted.
I don't see any other options.
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Same here.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using xda premium
There was a way to get out of this before, I think it involves you taking out your sim card.
Ah, here it is. Try this!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1189241
y2whisper said:
There was a way to get out of this before, I think it involves you taking out your sim card.
Ah, here it is. Try this!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1189241
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Does this mean that some ATT phones have a different modem than other supposedly identical ATT phones??
i found there is no need to use codes, etc
Settings > More Settings > Mobile Networks > Network mode
Gives you 4 options
GSM/HSPA/LTE (Auto Mode)
GSM/HSPA (Auto Mode)
GSM Only
HSPA Only
Blaisun said:
i found there is no need to use codes, etc
Settings > More Settings > Mobile Networks > Network mode
Gives you 4 options
GSM/HSPA/LTE (Auto Mode)
GSM/HSPA (Auto Mode)
GSM Only
HSPA Only
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For ATT phones this option is locked out. FYI. Tmo, Sprint and Verizon it's prolly not. Only annoying thing about ATT's version so far. My HOX is the same way.
Root and you can access it I think.
1SiK1500 said:
Can you do this on other carriers?
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Hi, I'm using the At&t version of the S3 on another network (Claro) and the code works. Maybe something is different because of that?
Are you guys using this like I said earlier?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...neInfo&feature=nav_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDNd
stevessvt said:
Are you guys using this like I said earlier?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...neInfo&feature=nav_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDNd
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I tried this one but it doesn't work for me. I see the information and can run ping test but if I try to make a band change the new selection is not applied.
I'm only able to change it using *#2263# :/
Ohhhhhhh....OK.
idk *#2263# isnt working at all on my att phone.
ficesnh 1816
Blaisun said:
i found there is no need to use codes, etc
Settings > More Settings > Mobile Networks > Network mode
Gives you 4 options
GSM/HSPA/LTE (Auto Mode)
GSM/HSPA (Auto Mode)
GSM Only
HSPA Only
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my rooted TMobile SGS3 doesn't even have this option... no Network mode!!
ATT Galaxy S3. *#2263# is not working. Any other options to turn off radio for LTE?
zuachs said:
I'm only able to change it using *#2263# :/
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Related
How can I turn off 3G and run on edge?
TripleDDD said:
How can I turn off 3G and run on edge?
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Settings---->wireless and network---->mobile network---->uncheck packet data.
eep2378 said:
Settings---->wireless and network---->mobile network---->uncheck packet data.
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That will turn off ALL data. Not what OP asked.
Search Internation GS2 or Captivate forums. There is some diagnostic code you can dial to enter into one of the many diagnostic menus. One of the them is band or signal selection. You can chose GSM (EDGE), WCDMA (3G) or Auto (default). In OP' case, he want to select GSM. Not sure if that setting will stick after reboot.
That seems like too much to do. Are there any widgets or apps I can download to make it faster and easier?
does anyone have any insight on this?
No root required*
This is pretty simple, go to the dialer and enter;
*#*#4636#*#*
Click on Phone Information
Scroll down to Set preferred network type
Select that one that you want
hit back
My phone kept switching to edge because the wcdma signal in my area is very low but 3 bars of edge is worse than 1 bar of hsdpa+ (no lte in enterprise al) so I choose wcdma only and I always have signal. You can set preferences or choose certain signals only but be aware if you change to a specific signal only and it's not there you will loose service... If you ever need to reset the settings and can't remember the code removing the sim card and reinstalling it resets back to default.
Here's where I found this I take no credit but I can confirm it works on the at&t version of the One.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1636345
Does AT&T version not have the same Mobile Data menu as T-Mobile?
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 2
I don't have that option on my captivate glide.
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babe1 said:
I don't have that option on my captivate glide.
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I don't think the captivate glide even has lte...
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 4 Beta
Nick281051 said:
I don't think the captivate glide even has lte...
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 4 Beta
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I thought I saw it in the user manual. Looking at tech specs, no LTE. I read this thread because I wanted to disable Edge, I would rather have no data connection at that time then the frustration of NOTHING connecting on edge.
babe1 said:
I thought I saw it in the user manual. Looking at tech specs, no LTE. I read this thread because I wanted to disable Edge, I would rather have no data connection at that time then the frustration of NOTHING connecting on edge.
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Idk it should have something very similar to that menu but I've never had the device so I don't really know.
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 4 Beta
That menu is disabled on the at&t variant.
Nick281051 said:
Idk it should have something very similar to that menu but I've never had the device so I don't really know.
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 4 Beta
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This is all I get.
Awesome! I just got mine today (Australian version) and don't have the mobile carrier menu, which I think is ridiculous. This did the trick for me to disable LTE
This is the procedure I have used to disable LTE after finally figuring out that my "missed calls with no notification whatsoever" issue (unless caller leaves a VM) was caused by having LTE enabled. Something to do with the One having to switch to HSDPA for voice and the handoff not working right. Sucks not using LTE but I can't be missing calls....
Works a treat, too bad we have to dive into a Service Menu to choose our network preferences.... Thanks ATT...
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app
2rz_taco_sr5 said:
That menu is disabled on the at&t variant.
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Not on mine, I use it all the time (on ATT, stock)
I installed an app that takes me right to the service menu so I don't have to use the dialer each time.
bosotros said:
Not on mine, I use it all the time (on ATT, stock)
I installed an app that takes me right to the service menu so I don't have to use the dialer each time.
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Great what's the app? Although i know the numbers by heart now lol.
2rz_taco_sr5 said:
Great what's the app? Although i know the numbers by heart now lol.
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It's called LTE OnOff - HTC Thunderbolt
disable lte ram dump
for those looking for a way to do this and not know how....go to google play store, and download the app. (Advance Tools Pro). in the menu under special settings,you will see phone information. enter here and scroll down and you will see all your looking for...no need for root.
2rz_taco_sr5 said:
No root required*
This is pretty simple, go to the dialer and enter;
*#*#4636#*#*
Click on Phone Information
Scroll down to Set preferred network type
Select that one that you want
hit back
My phone kept switching to edge because the wcdma signal in my area is very low but 3 bars of edge is worse than 1 bar of hsdpa+ (no lte in enterprise al) so I choose wcdma only and I always have signal. You can set preferences or choose certain signals only but be aware if you change to a specific signal only and it's not there you will loose service... If you ever need to reset the settings and can't remember the code removing the sim card and reinstalling it resets back to default.
Here's where I found this I take no credit but I can confirm it works on the at&t version of the One.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1636345
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How long will this maintain your selected network? I've used this many times on past phones, but carrier settings have frequently reverted the setting automatically. at the least, it will reset itself on boot (which isn't necessarily that big of a deal, unless you're Dev-ing and rebooting frequently.). If rooted, there are a number of ways to be able to easily select your desired connection type and have it stick. glad to hear this has worked for your needs so far.
fitchpuckman said:
How long will this maintain your selected network? I've used this many times on past phones, but carrier settings have frequently reverted the setting automatically. at the least, it will reset itself on boot (which isn't necessarily that big of a deal, unless you're Dev-ing and rebooting frequently.). If rooted, there are a number of ways to be able to easily select your desired connection type and have it stick. glad to hear this has worked for your needs so far.
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It will revert back after air plane mode/disabling data and on restarts. I just use the app if I notice I'm on edge which is rare and pretty obvious. This is my first smart phone ever since my htc excaliber windows phone that I haven't run unofficial software on. it's just a great package and I feel I'll deal with more issues rooted than I do stock. Can't wait for 4.3 next week the ONLY thing I miss is battery percentage in notification bar lol
I would like to have WCDMA/GSM (auto), but that option is not present.
I'm guessing WCDMA preferred would do the trick? I currently have GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto but I don't use LTE..
2rz_taco_sr5 said:
It will revert back after air plane mode/disabling data and on restarts. I just use the app if I notice I'm on edge which is rare and pretty obvious. This is my first smart phone ever since my htc excaliber windows phone that I haven't run unofficial software on. it's just a great package and I feel I'll deal with more issues rooted than I do stock. Can't wait for 4.3 next week the ONLY thing I miss is battery percentage in notification bar lol
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You don't have an option in Settings>Power to "Show Battery Level (Show batterly level in status bar)"?
calanizzle said:
I would like to have WCDMA/GSM (auto), but that option is not present.
I'm guessing WCDMA preferred would do the trick? I currently have GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto but I don't use LTE..
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Here's a little trick for anyone that's rooted - If you want to be able get the Preferred network mode list when selecting Settings>Mobile Data>Network Mode, you have to change your sku ID in /system/customize/ACC/default.xml. Using a text editor (I always just use the text editor built in to Root Browser), find
Code:
<item type="integer" name="sku_id">7</item>
almost at the end. 7 is ATT's sku, and gives you things like ATT's Data Icons and lying signal bars, but will also enable the NFC icon in the status bar when it's on and remove the Preferred Network mode from Settings. Changing this to 11 will set it as TMobile - Tmo data icons and other tmo settings (I believe T Mobile has the Preferred Network mode settings as well). Changing it to 42 will set it with WWE device settings, so you'll get generic HTC data icons, signal bars that actually work, network mode settings, etc. Obviously Save and Reboot after making the change.
homeslice976 said:
You don't have an option in Settings>Power to "Show Battery Level (Show batterly level in status bar)"?
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Well as of last night I do. I'm running stock and 4.3 just dropped last night for att customers. Until last night I was on 4.1.2 which does not have percentage.
2rz_taco_sr5 said:
Well as of last night I do. I'm running stock and 4.3 just dropped last night for att customers. Until last night I was on 4.1.2 which does not have percentage.
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i want to set my network settings to 2G only, what setting should i use? GSM Auto or GSM Only? Also, does changing these 2G/3G/LTE settings by dialing *#*#4636#*#* have any effect on anything else besides the network mode?
Does anyone know how I could lock into LTE only mode? The phones I am using (T-Mobile & AT&T S5) is not rooted. Nor am I allowed to root it. I've search through all of the debug menus and its seems like I can only lock into certain bands. I havent had any success sending AT commands either....but I am not sure this would still even be capable as I do not know the Qualcomm AT commands to lock into a certain RAT.
Try this: Dial *#*#4636#*#*, look for LTE only option and select that. Hit home to clear out of dialer. Hope this works!
Sent from my GT-N7105 using xda premium
smooth65 said:
Try this: Dial *#*#4636#*#*, look for LTE only option and select that. Hit home to clear out of dialer. Hope this works!
Sent from my GT-N7105 using xda premium
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This works on most phones, but not the S5 for some reason. It must be another code.
aooga said:
This works on most phones, but not the S5 for some reason. It must be another code.
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Correct. That code will not work. I have tried that one. I have also looked through the menus of *#197328640# and *#2263#
ducksauce88 said:
Correct. That code will not work. I have tried that one. I have also looked through the menus of *#197328640# and *#2263#
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I'll be following this thread. Hopefully someone figures it out. None of the apps on the play store work either since they all pretty much redirect to the *#*#4636*#*# code anyway.
EDIT: Oops..gave you a free thanks. Oh well
aooga said:
I'll be following this thread. Hopefully someone figures it out. None of the apps on the play store work either since they all pretty much redirect to the *#*#4636*#*# code anyway.
EDIT: Oops..gave you a free thanks. Oh well
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lol. free thanks returned!
Ok, so I figured it out. If you dial *#2263# and select "LTE Band Preference" it will lock it into LTE only (I am using an unlocked T-Mobile phone, not sure if that makes a difference). I have confirmed this via AT Commands. I have a new question. I have queried what bands can be selected. Does anyone know which one would be for LTE Band 17? What is "41.WLAN_US_5000"...
at$QCbandpref?
$QCBANDPREF:
"1.BC0_A"
"2.BC0_B"
"3.BC0"
"4.BC1"
"5.BC3"
"6.BC4"
"7.BC5"
"8.GSM_DCS_1800"
"9.GSM_EGSM_900"
"10.GSM_PGSM_900"
"11.BC6"
"12.BC7"
"13.BC8"
"14.BC9"
"15.BC10"
"16.BC11"
"17.BC12"
"18.BC14"
"19.BC15"
"20.BC16
"21.GSM_450"
"22.GSM_480"
"23.GSM_750"
"24.GSM_850"
"25.GSM_RGSM_900"
"26.GSM_PCS_1900"
"27.WCDMA_I_IMT_2000"
"28.WCDMA_II_PCS_1900"
"29.WCDMA_III_1700 "
"30.WCDMA_IV_1700"
"31.WCDMA_V_850"
"32.WCDMA_VI_800 "
"33.WCDMA_VII_2600"
"34.WCDMA_VIII_900"
"35.WCDMA_IX_1700"
"36.WLAN_US_2400 "
"37.WLAN_JAPAN_2400"
"38.WLAN_EUROPE_2400"
"39.WLAN_SPAIN_2400"
"40.WLAN_FRANCE_2400 "
"41.WLAN_US_5000"
"42.WLAN_JAPAN_5000"
"43.WLAN_EUROPE_5000"
"44.WLAN_SPAIN_5000"
"45.WLAN_FRANCE_5000 "
"46.Any"
OK
If anyone is interested, and using xposed, I created an xposed module that allows you to have a widget on your homescreen which easily enables you to change the network mode of choice.
41.WLAN_US_5000 -- that is 5Ghz Wifi (802.11ac/n)
ducksauce88 said:
Ok, so I figured it out. If you dial *#2263# and select "LTE Band Preference" it will lock it into LTE only (I am using an unlocked T-Mobile phone, not sure if that makes a difference). I have confirmed this via AT Commands. I have a new question. I have queried what bands can be selected. Does anyone know which one would be for LTE Band 17? What is "41.WLAN_US_5000"...
at$QCbandpref?
$QCBANDPREF:
"1.BC0_A"
"2.BC0_B"
"3.BC0"
"4.BC1"
"5.BC3"
"6.BC4"
"7.BC5"
"8.GSM_DCS_1800"
"9.GSM_EGSM_900"
"10.GSM_PGSM_900"
"11.BC6"
"12.BC7"
"13.BC8"
"14.BC9"
"15.BC10"
"16.BC11"
"17.BC12"
"18.BC14"
"19.BC15"
"20.BC16
"21.GSM_450"
"22.GSM_480"
"23.GSM_750"
"24.GSM_850"
"25.GSM_RGSM_900"
"26.GSM_PCS_1900"
"27.WCDMA_I_IMT_2000"
"28.WCDMA_II_PCS_1900"
"29.WCDMA_III_1700 "
"30.WCDMA_IV_1700"
"31.WCDMA_V_850"
"32.WCDMA_VI_800 "
"33.WCDMA_VII_2600"
"34.WCDMA_VIII_900"
"35.WCDMA_IX_1700"
"36.WLAN_US_2400 "
"37.WLAN_JAPAN_2400"
"38.WLAN_EUROPE_2400"
"39.WLAN_SPAIN_2400"
"40.WLAN_FRANCE_2400 "
"41.WLAN_US_5000"
"42.WLAN_JAPAN_5000"
"43.WLAN_EUROPE_5000"
"44.WLAN_SPAIN_5000"
"45.WLAN_FRANCE_5000 "
"46.Any"
OK
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Hi, I just recently use LG G5 Model F700K Korean variant and I notice that it missing the network mode for switching 4G and 3G connection. I also try hidden menu but mine doesn't show network test at all. Is there any way to access this menu???
I'm on LS992 running a GSM card.
I can toggle 4G/3G by going to Settings > Mobile Data > Menu > Mobile Networks > Network Mode > "Automatic" for 4G LTE data, "GSM/UMTS" for 3G data.
Using hiddenmenu APK, I can do it by selecting Field Test > Modem Settings > RAT Selection > "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto" for 4G LTE data, or "GSM/WCDMA" for 3G data.
However, these were not accessible to me either until I switched from Production to Lab network using the hiddenmenu APK.
PhantasmRezound said:
I'm on LS992 running a GSM card.
I can toggle 4G/3G by going to Settings > Mobile Data > Menu > Mobile Networks > Network Mode > "Automatic" for 4G LTE data, "GSM/UMTS" for 3G data.
Using hiddenmenu APK, I can do it by selecting Field Test > Modem Settings > RAT Selection > "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto" for 4G LTE data, or "GSM/WCDMA" for 3G data.
However, these were not accessible to me either until I switched from Production to Lab network using the hiddenmenu APK.
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Excuse me but what is hiddenmenu APK? M kinda a noob here for Android
hero_p113 said:
Excuse me but what is hiddenmenu APK? M kinda a noob here for Android
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My apologies, I meant to include the link but didn't save it last post. Link to the APK installation file for "HiddenmenuCall" app is in the following guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-lg-g5/how-to/guide-gsm-unlock-sprint-lg-g5-t3574819
Essentially follow the guide and skip steps 4-6 (unlocking carrier bands, unless you want to do this too.) It will prompt you to turn on app installs from unknown sources in step 2; do so for this app and turn off after this installation is complete to keep secure.
PhantasmRezound said:
My apologies, I meant to include the link but didn't save it last post. Link to the APK installation file for "HiddenmenuCall" app is in the following guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-lg-g5/how-to/guide-gsm-unlock-sprint-lg-g5-t3574819
Essentially follow the guide and skip steps 4-6 (unlocking carrier bands, unless you want to do this too.) It will prompt you to turn on app installs from unknown sources in step 2; do so for this app and turn off after this installation is complete to keep secure.
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Installed but I didn't find other option to dive into it . I can only see device test, elt test and SVC menu
hero_p113 said:
Hi, I just recently use LG G5 Model F700K Korean variant and I notice that it missing the network mode for switching 4G and 3G connection. I also try hidden menu but mine doesn't show network test at all. Is there any way to access this menu???
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i have the same issue with u with my g5..model f700L..i tried to look for an app in playstore.. named V10 Hidden settings. i downloaded it.. and theres options for mobile network.. to change network mode. u can manage networks either for 3g,wcdma, and 4g lte from there..works great with my g5..
simonchkies said:
i have the same issue with u with my g5..model f700L..i tried to look for an app in playstore.. named V10 Hidden settings. i downloaded it.. and theres options for mobile network.. to change network mode. u can manage networks either for 3g,wcdma, and 4g lte from there..works great with my g5..
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Thank I found the app a little while ago
hero_p113 said:
Thank I found the app a little while ago
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Thank you dear.
simonchkies said:
i have the same issue with u with my g5..model f700L..i tried to look for an app in playstore.. named V10 Hidden settings. i downloaded it.. and theres options for mobile network.. to change network mode. u can manage networks either for 3g,wcdma, and 4g lte from there..works great with my g5..
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Thanks man!! it worked like a charm in mu LGG5.. big hug!! :highfive:
Network mode lte only
Is there any way to choose network mode lte only
Same network mode issue
condeccs said:
Thanks man!! it worked like a charm in mu LGG5.. big hug!! :highfive:
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Pls can you share the v10 hiddenapps with me, I couldn't find it on play store. Can you please help me attach it to a mail and send to me.
Got the phone yesterday, I have LineageOS 14.1 installed and today I inserted the SIM card, by default it detected its settings but it doesn't give me LTE, if I choose preferred network type to be LTE I end up with no connection even from H, but if i selected GSM/WCDMA/LTE I can get H+ tried a few different settings but nothing worked...the device is compatible with the provider's bands.
aleksjug said:
Got the phone yesterday, I have LineageOS 14.1 installed and today I inserted the SIM card, by default it detected its settings but it doesn't give me LTE, if I choose preferred network type to be LTE I end up with no connection even from H, but if i selected GSM/WCDMA/LTE I can get H+ tried a few different settings but nothing worked...the device is compatible with the provider's bands.
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check your apn
cy-rock said:
check your apn
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Already did, thanks for the reply
aleksjug said:
Already did, thanks for the reply
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make sure you are in sim1 not sim2 also
I did try...I've tried many different ROMs now and in every one I had only 3g available (RR,LOS,EUI,Cuoco...). I really have no idea what's wrong.
aleksjug said:
I did try...I've tried many different ROMs now and in every one I had only 3g available (RR,LOS,EUI,Cuoco...). I really have no idea what's wrong.
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Try changing radio band or set it to automatic
*#*#4636#*#*
Apparently the LTE works at higher frequencies, at home however the lte frequency is lower and it didn't pick up the signal...the provider doesn't offer many lte bands, so it's partially their fault. Anyhow LTE is working, probably going to change provider soon.
Leo7D said:
Try changing radio band or set it to automatic
*#*#4636#*#*
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OP do this. My LTE didnt show up either but now it does.