I bid on an Sprint EVO 3D on eBay. Before I check it out, I wanted to know a few things and be sure.
---Will I for sure be able to flash this device to Page Plus with everything working like 3g?
I saw a long complicated thread about this, and I didn't have enough posts to ask questions in there.
---Since this is a Sprint phone, is it true that the internet will be slower on PagePlus than if it was a Verizon phone?
---Saw a youtube video about a program called CyberFlash: youtube[/url][dot here]com/watch?v=_Ilti1TSbSo
Does it actually work to get your phone on PP?
---Do I need a donor phone to get this phone on PP with all features?
---Are you supposed to get a phone activated with Page Plus before or after you flash?
---Will I for sure be able to flash this device to Page Plus with everything working like 3g?
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The phone can be flashed to other carriers. As far as that specific carrier, not sure.
---Since this is a Sprint phone, is it true that the internet will be slower on PagePlus than if it was a Verizon phone?
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I haven't gotten above 100 kbps on Sprint's 3g anywhere in the country in over 2 years, so take that as you will.
---Do I need a donor phone to get this phone on PP with all features?
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Yes.
What carriers can I flash to?
Does flashing always require donor phone?
For future reference bro, all questions should be directed in the q n a section. Myself and other people are more than happy to help you. This section is about discussion of topics. Thank you.
I have purchased and activated a Samsung Galaxy s3 from Straight Talk model number SCH-S960L. My first question is am I able to flash from Straight Talk Sprint to Straight Talk Verizon. Second question is, since I have activated the phone will I be able to flash it at all. I have searched and searched the forums everywhere for an answer to these questions. If anyone could give me some assistance it would be greatly appreciated.
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Ghost
Interesting questions I would also like to know. I'm fairly new to this, but my two cents on this topic is this: from what I know the sch-s960l uses sprints network so if u flashed to verizon I'm not sure 4g would work because they are on different frequencies. Otherwise I wld also like to do this cuz sprint sucks in my area so no 4g for me anyway. But I believe you can still flash after activating I don't think that matters. We need a rom that will not brick our phones or hinder any features while also getting the new s4 features (hint hint). I've said b4 will say again...I WILL DONATE to anyone who can help with our sch-s960l issues
Sent from my SCH-S960L using xda app-developers app
Hello I currently own a gs3 on sprint (i am due for an upgrade) and i have put to use the prl write function to use verizons network. My service in my building is useless on sprints network. I have searched the forums and have not seen that the mod has been avail for the mi3 modem. Has someone been sucessful with any of the mods for the note 3.
thank you
mark
Tanabe21 said:
Hello I currently own a gs3 on sprint (i am due for an upgrade) and i have put to use the prl write function to use verizons network. My service in my building is useless on sprints network. I have searched the forums and have not seen that the mod has been avail for the mi3 modem. Has someone been sucessful with any of the mods for the note 3.
thank you
mark
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I used a program from the app strore called "PRL helper" worked great
Just noticed your using a GS3 but your posting in a NOTE3 forum. Not sure if that will work the same
Tanabe21 said:
Hello I currently own a gs3 on sprint (i am due for an upgrade) and i have put to use the prl write function to use verizons network. My service in my building is useless on sprints network. I have searched the forums and have not seen that the mod has been avail for the mi3 modem. Has someone been sucessful with any of the mods for the note 3.
thank you
mark
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If you are asking if you can write a verizon PRL to the note 3 yes you can, there are several different ways. PRL helper will work so will any of the methods you use with the GS3 (well probably) as it calls the same hidden settings on the note 3 as on the GS3. Somebody Correct me if wrong about that last part.
I figure you are asking because you want to upgrade to the Noe 3 possibly, go ahead all will be good.
piaa_nissa632 said:
I used a program from the app strore called "PRL helper" worked great
Just noticed your using a GS3 but your posting in a NOTE3 forum. Not sure if that will rk the same
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ifly4vamerica said:
If you are asking if you can write a verizon PRL to the note 3 yes you can, there are several different ways. PRL helper will work so will any of the methods you use with the GS3 (well probably) as it calls the same hidden settings on the note 3 as on the GS3. Somebody Correct me if wrong about that last part.
I figure you are asking because you want to upgrade to the Noe 3 possibly, go ahead all will be good.
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Yes that is why I was asking I am due for an upgrade and I know that the mod works with certain modems ie. Mk3 but I have not seen much talk of such mods avail for the note 3. The ability to write the prl is important because the signal is horrible in my building which I spend 8 hrs in a day
I read a few threads and am confused, so I thought I would just ask. I have a few 4G LTE devices for Verizon and am ready to switch to AT&T. Let's just say that Verizon and I had an argument and it is time to switch. Plus I would be saving over $50 to switch to AT&T with a month to month with a BYOP plan.
I visited the AT&T store today and had them insert a SIM into my S4. I get the error "This SIM card is from an unknown source" in the banner. I get a signal strength and a H for where the data symbol 4GLTE is. Then it drops the signal and refuses to have a data connection. At this time the APN settings were NOT adjusted. This was a straight out of the box S4 rooted on NC5 with Android version 4.4.2. After messing with the S4 for awhile he moved to the S3 and entered the proper APN settings. It pulled data, but only at EDGE speeds or 1X. Also, my last device, a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, has no way of editing the APN settings. It is NOT rooted and is still on stock firmware.
My questions are these:
1. Can this be done?
2. What do I need to do to the phone(s)/tablet to make it work?
3. Will I be able to get 4G speeds?
I do not want to purchase phones with AT&T today because I just don't have the money. I already have these devices, I just want to swap them over. I am comfortable with flashing using ODIN and even so far as using safe-strap. I have flashed some custom roms, but my phone is a daily grind phone and I really want something that works 90% of the time.
Thanks in advance for any help!
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None of the codes work either:
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ghost0001 said:
I read a few threads and am confused, so I thought I would just ask. I have a few 4G LTE devices for Verizon and am ready to switch to AT&T. Let's just say that Verizon and I had an argument and it is time to switch. Plus I would be saving over $50 to switch to AT&T with a month to month with a BYOP plan.
I visited the AT&T store today and had them insert a SIM into my S4. I get the error "This SIM card is from an unknown source" in the banner. I get a signal strength and a H for where the data symbol 4GLTE is. Then it drops the signal and refuses to have a data connection. At this time the APN settings were NOT adjusted. This was a straight out of the box S4 rooted on NC5 with Android version 4.4.2. After messing with the S4 for awhile he moved to the S3 and entered the proper APN settings. It pulled data, but only at EDGE speeds or 1X. Also, my last device, a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, has no way of editing the APN settings. It is NOT rooted and is still on stock firmware.
My questions are these:
1. Can this be done?
2. What do I need to do to the phone(s)/tablet to make it work?
3. Will I be able to get 4G speeds?
I do not want to purchase phones with AT&T today because I just don't have the money. I already have these devices, I just want to swap them over. I am comfortable with flashing using ODIN and even so far as using safe-strap. I have flashed some custom roms, but my phone is a daily grind phone and I really want something that works 90% of the time.
Thanks in advance for any help!
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None of the codes work either:
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*#06#
ECT...
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Already answered in another thread.
k1mu said:
Already answered in another thread.
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Cool beans, but I have read about 20 threads, specifically what one are you referencing? Link please?
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Cool beans, but I have read about 20 threads, specifically what one are you referencing? Link please?
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It was an answer to this same question asked by you. This thread is redundant.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/help/verizon-to-att-t2801297
k1mu said:
It was an answer to this same question asked by you. This thread is redundant.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/help/verizon-to-att-t2801297
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That thread just asks if the SIM card would work and if they would need to flash a GSM ROM to their S4. That thread does not answer the questions I asked. I just gave my insight after a visit with the AT&T store. Store techs tend to not know as much as the XDA community. That is why I asked here. So no, it is not a redundant thread. I appreciate your answer, but it isn't what I am looking for. Not a straight up yes or no, this or that.
As for the GSM locks I discussed, it was from an experience I had with a Motorola Droid 2 and using it on a local GSM provider in the USA. So yes, that was pre LTE.
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That thread just asks if the SIM card would work and if they would need to flash a GSM ROM to their S4. That thread does not answer the questions I asked. I just gave my insight after a visit with the AT&T store. Store techs tend to not know as much as the XDA community. That is why I asked here. So no, it is not a redundant thread. I appreciate your answer, but it isn't what I am looking for. Not a straight up yes or no, this or that.
As for the GSM locks I discussed, it was from an experience I had with a Motorola Droid 2 and using it on a local GSM provider in the USA. So yes, that was pre LTE.
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My point, which you apparently missed, is that there is no reason for starting up yet another thread to ask questions that have already been answered. That''s why I said that this is redundant.
OK, let me answer your questions.
1. Can this be done?
Yes, you can install an AT&T SIM, set up the APN, and it will work. What bands you get and what bandwidth you get depends on what bands AT&T are using in your area. You won't likely be able to get LTE speed; most likely just Edge. You can't fix that, as it's a limitation of the phone's radio hardware. Again, some people have made claims that you can flash the AT&T GS4 modem on a Verizon phone and change that, but that's pretty risky as it will likely brick your phone.
2. What do I need to do to the phone(s)/tablet to make it work?
It works, for some level of "work". If you're stock,some people have reported that the firmware requires CDMA for some functions, like SMS. I haven't verified that. I was able to send SMS with my phone and a UK SIM which uses the AT&T network.
3. Will I be able to get 4G speeds?
Not likely. For example, see here http://phandroid.com/2012/12/10/nexus-4-att-lte/ - the common band, LTE Band 4, has limited AT&T coverage.
I haven't gone over the specs of the two phones lately to match them up, so that may be worth looking at again.
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My point, which you apparently missed, is that there is no reason for starting up yet another thread to ask questions that have already been answered. That''s why I said that this is redundant.
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Thank you for your answer. I decided to trade the phones into AT&T and get a credit towards a Samsung S4 and a Asus Padphone X. After I read a few more posts over the internet and a few more hours figuring out how LTE works I came across the answer. I did miss what you meant and I apologize. Again, thank you for your answer.
I've upgraded phones and am selling my old AT&T i777 and the buyer wants to know if straight talk is possible. It's already rooted and I've installed plenty of roms before. Is it as simple as putting in a new SIM card? Or do I need to install a special rom? Tweak the apn settings? Just let me know.
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I've upgraded phones and am selling my old AT&T i777 and the buyer wants to know if straight talk is possible. It's already rooted and I've installed plenty of roms before. Is it as simple as putting in a new SIM card? Or do I need to install a special rom? Tweak the apn settings? Just let me know.
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Straight Talk works perfectly on the i777, used it for years. Almost all the ROMs have the ST APN already included, so there's no real need to tweak anything.