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!
Related
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..
azsamsancho said:
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.
Like topic title, so how can i do that think on gingerLOL??
-Flash cm7setting.zip doesnt work..
-using power widget doesn't have 2g/3g menu...
Sent from my LG-P500
cupliz said:
Like topic title, so how can i do that think on gingerLOL??
-Flash cm7setting.zip doesnt work..
-using power widget doesn't have 2g/3g menu...
Sent from my LG-P500
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Go to setting-wireless-mobile network.
Choose WCDMA for 3g only
Choose GMS for 2g only
socialdistortion said:
Go to setting-wireless-mobile network.
Choose WCDMA for 3g only
Choose GMS for 2g only
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No better way? Make it on notif screen or on power widget...
Sent from my LG-P500
Hope somebody answear this question...
Sent from my LG-P500
Not sure what version of Power Control widget gingerLOL is using, but my version in CM7 has that option.
When I add the power control widget, I get a config settings screen where I can choose what buttons appear. 2G/3G switching is one of them. You can also set up behaviour patterns like switching sync on when wifi is on, and sync off when wifi off.
Otherwise, search the market, there are many specific widgets that will do JUST the 2G/3G switch.
eigokyoukan said:
Not sure what version of Power Control widget gingerLOL is using, but my version in CM7 has that option.
When I add the power control widget, I get a config settings screen where I can choose what buttons appear. 2G/3G switching is one of them. You can also set up behaviour patterns like switching sync on when wifi is on, and sync off when wifi off.
Otherwise, search the market, there are many specific widgets that will do JUST the 2G/3G switch.
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Ok, thx then my bro...
I try using cm7 setting but it make my setting force close... maybe wrong version, but i dont know wich version that i need..
So, i will search from market then.. thx alot..
Sent from my LG-P500
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!
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.
MistahBungle said:
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
ketan_naik said:
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.
MistahBungle said:
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.
DanDroidian said:
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. )
Hi! Here are some profiles for the paid app Tasker which switch your phone to mixed(2g/3g) mode automatically if you turn data connections on, and turn to 2g only if data is off.
Prerequisites:
-semcphone.apk which enable network mode switching, Many systemui mods contain this file, an example is:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30409030&postcount=131
-root
-Tasker installed, basic knowledge of the app.
Install:
Extract and copy files from attachment to sdcard/Tasker/Profiles. Import profiles into tasker.
Test app by toggling data connection (by widget or in notification bar)
Tested in stock 587 ICS.
As a bonus the phone will boot with 2g only setting if you have data connections disabled, so the network setting bug in ICS is fixed with this mod also.
Thanks, but can this be done on CM10?
Sent from my Xperia Mini Pro
I am sure that it can be done in jb. But I have locked bootloader so I can't develop or test it.
miniuser123 said:
Hi! Here are some profiles for the paid app Tasker which switch your phone to mixed(2g/3g) mode automatically if you turn data connections on, and turn to 2g only if data is off.
Prerequisites:
-semcphone.apk which enable network mode switching, Many systemui mods contain this file, an example is:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30409030&postcount=131
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Do you think that this pre-requisite is met by official firmwares released by SE? (i have an xperia mini pro with gingerbread 2.3.4)
Night on the web said:
Do you think that this pre-requisite is met by official firmwares released by SE? (i have an xperia mini pro with gingerbread 2.3.4)
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For GB the following mod contains the needed semcphone.apk I think. So you have to install this first (or only semcphone.apk from it)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1306044
miniuser123 said:
For GB the following mod contains the needed semcphone.apk I think. So you have to install this first (or only semcphone.apk from it)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1306044
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Ok, thanks for the link. I won't install that entire MOD but i will just pick the semcphone.apk from it
Where is this .apk supposed to be copied?
Night on the web said:
Ok, thanks for the link. I won't install that entire MOD but i will just pick the semcphone.apk from it
Where is this .apk supposed to be copied?
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Copy to /system/app. Change permissions to rw-r-r, then reboot phone.
Make a backup before if you are unsure.
miniuser123 said:
Change permissions to rw-r-r, then reboot phone.
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How can i do this?
Night on the web said:
How can i do this?
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In ES File Explorer long click on file, select Properties and click Change next to permissions.
miniuser123 said:
In ES File Explorer long click on file, select Properties and click Change next to permissions.
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Thanks! I will give it a try for sure!!
Can you explain how to make tasker switch between 2g and 3g?
I found your thread because I can't get tasker switch mobile data 2g/3g i.e. New task->Add action->Net->Mobile Data 2G/3G. It says 'Sorry, that action is unavailable on this device'.
I'm on .587 ICS, Serenity ROM, and I have 2g/3g toggle working in my SytemUI's notification toggle.
anezch said:
Can you explain how to make tasker switch between 2g and 3g?
I found your thread because I can't get tasker switch mobile data 2g/3g i.e. New task->Add action->Net->Mobile Data 2G/3G. It says 'Sorry, that action is unavailable on this device'.
I'm on .587 ICS, Serenity ROM, and I have 2g/3g toggle working in my SytemUI's notification toggle.
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1. Extract the files from attachment to sdcard/Tasker/Profiles.
2. Open Tasker
3. Long touch on "Profiles" tab
4. Select import
5. Select "Mobile data on" profile
6. Long touch on "Profiles" tab
7. Select import
8. Select "Mobile data off" profile
9. Click Green check in bottom left corner to exit Tasker and activate changes.
10. Test by toggling data connection (by widget or in notification bar). It takes a 2-3 seconds until Tasker makes the switch.
miniuser123 said:
1. Extract the files from attachment to sdcard/Tasker/Profiles.
2. Open Tasker
3. Long touch on "Profiles" tab
4. Select import
5. Select "Mobile data on" profile
6. Long touch on "Profiles" tab
7. Select import
8. Select "Mobile data off" profile
9. Click Green check in bottom left corner to exit Tasker and activate changes.
10. Test by toggling data connection (by widget or in notification bar). It takes a 2-3 seconds until Tasker makes the switch.
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Thanks, so it's not possible to do it manually?
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anezch said:
Thanks, so it's not possible to do it manually?
Sent from my SK17i using xda app-developers app
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After importing my profiles, you can see 2 new tasks on Tasks tab: 3g and 2g. You can assign those tasks to any event in Tasker. But the change in data connection state is the best event for this in my opinion.
miniuser123 said:
After importing my profiles, you can see 2 new tasks on Tasks tab: 3g and 2g. You can assign those tasks to any event in Tasker. But the change in data connection state is the best event for this in my opinion.
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You're right, i didn't check them out first before asking . Its working like a charm, thank you.. :thumbup:
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Glad to hear!
how about for JB?
miniuser123 said:
Hi! Here are some profiles for the paid app Tasker which switch your phone to mixed(2g/3g) mode automatically if you turn data connections on, and turn to 2g only if data is off.
Prerequisites:
-semcphone.apk which enable network mode switching
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Is there any chance anyone has the SmecPhone.apk that toggles 2G/3G (or Phone.apk, i think is the same) for JB 4.1.2? I'm also on stock ROM and locked bootloader, and would love this function available in my Tasker app. The one provided here is for ICS.
Hi, is an option to switch only 3G? The profiles can switch 2G / 2G+3G(prefered). This is super, but i nedd 3G only too. Sorry for my bad anglish.
THX !!!
jimi-m said:
Hi, is an option to switch only 3G? The profiles can switch 2G / 2G+3G(prefered). This is super, but i nedd 3G only too. Sorry for my bad anglish.
THX !!!
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Hi, I solved it by overriding the script to the values found on the internet (Network mode 1 = 2G / 3G 2 = / = 0L 2G/3G pref), thanks for the script.
Can anyone confirm if this works on kitkat and if so where to find a working apk for it? Will this work on other devices? Tasker has 2g/3g switching but it only works under cyanogenmod based roms...all the stock rom's on my devices show the feature as unavailable so I'm trying to find an alternative. This looks like it would do the job...guess I'll just have to try it and see.
I'm not sure I understand the breakdown in previous post since it's all ran together....can you clarify the 2g/3g preferred and 3g only modes?