Besides the LTE do the two phones have anything else different?
Mostly interested if the addition of the LTE on the i9205 will affect its performance/battery life compared to the i9200?
I ask this because I never buy LTE phones, never used it and don't intend to for now since the networks here don't support it,
so no need for it but I cannot find the 3G i9200 anywhere in Europe to buy it. Only the LTE i9205.
If it has no performance/battery loss then I will be "forced" to buy the LTE version and be done with it.
So even if I buy the LTE version I read that it has a second cellular modem that works with normal 3G/GSM networks?
I don't wanna buy it and then discover its not working on any network here.
I will really appreciated if someone can give me an answer to my concerns. Thanks.
UPDATE: I managed to get the 3G version I wanted in first place. You can view the thread below.
Samsung Galaxy Mega! OMG!
koniakki said:
Besides the LTE do the two phones have anything else different?
Mostly interested if the addition of the LTE on the i9205 will affect its performance/battery life compared to the i9200?
I ask this because I never buy LTE phones, never used it and don't intend to for now since the networks here don't support it,
so no need for it but I cannot find the 3G i9200 anywhere in Europe to buy it. Only the LTE i9205.
If it has no performance/battery loss then I will be "forced" to buy the LTE version and be done with it.
So even if I buy the LTE version I read that it has a second cellular modem that works with normal 3G/GSM networks?
I don't wanna buy it and then discover its not working on any network here.
I will really appreciated if someone can give me an answer to my concerns. Thanks.
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The i9205 works with 2G, 3G, and 4G. Your network doesn't have to to be LTE capable for it to work.
gx3k said:
The i9205 works with 2G, 3G, and 4G. Your network doesn't have to to be LTE capable for it to work.
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YAYYYY!!! Ordering.......... :good:
Ninja Edit: Also another thing. Do you know if since the LTE cannot be disabled if I read correctly,
will eat up battery since it will probably be on and keep searching for LTE networks?
koniakki said:
YAYYYY!!! Ordering.......... :good:
Ninja Edit: Also another thing. Do you know if since the LTE cannot be disabled if I read correctly,
will eat up battery since it will probably be on and keep searching for LTE networks?
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It will not work if the SIM card you insert doesn't support it.
gx3k said:
It will not work if the SIM card you insert doesn't support it.
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Even better...
gx3k said:
It will not work if the SIM card you insert doesn't support it.
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And you got settings for it on the phone to so you can disable it in the software
robertsydbrink said:
And you got settings for it on the phone to so you can disable it in the software
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That's good to know, especially for future members that may have the same concerns as I did.
P.S: OP updated.
robertsydbrink said:
And you got settings for it on the phone to so you can disable it in the software
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And can you tell us 'where' within the settings menues.....
where we can turn off the LTE so the phone will NOT be constantly searching for it, and draining the battery in the process??
thanks....
jimmbomb said:
And can you tell us 'where' within the settings menues.....
where we can turn off the LTE so the phone will NOT be constantly searching for it, and draining the battery in the process??
thanks....
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Go to settings
then go to more networks
then go to mobile networks
then go to network mode
then you can select GSM/WCDMA (auto connect
4g question
fixit35 said:
Go to settings
then go to more networks
then go to mobile networks
then go to network mode
then you can select GSM/WCDMA (auto connect
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I dont have the option in the phone under network mode for LTE should there be a option. I got the phone from Amazon (international version).
I have attached a screen shot of the options available.
I have upgraded to the lattes firmware but still cant get the option.
My sim is 4g enabled.
Please assist.
paulrana said:
I dont have the option in the phone under network mode for LTE should there be a option. I got the phone from Amazon (international version).
I have attached a screen shot of the options available.
I have upgraded to the lattes firmware but still cant get the option.
My sim is 4g enabled.
Please assist.
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You may have received the i9200 (which is non LTE)
My i9205 is the LTE international version and I do have those options mentioned above.
jimmbomb said:
You may have received the i9200 (which is non LTE)
My i9205 is the LTE international version and I do have those options mentioned above.
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Hi jimm
thanks for getting back the model is i9205 I attached a screen shot. Im very sure this is not the 9200 cos the box came sealed and it says i9205. Please assist to get this issue resolved if a a specific version is required to be flashed or how I can check if the phone has the 4g hardware just to make sure.
Thanks
paulrana said:
Hi jimm
thanks for getting back the model is i9205 I attached a screen shot. Im very sure this is not the 9200 cos the box came sealed and it says i9205. Please assist to get this issue resolved if a a specific version is required to be flashed or how I can check if the phone has the 4g hardware just to make sure.
Thanks
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ok, Paulrana .. try this...
connect to a wifi...
goto settings...
more
about device
software update
update.
hopefull you'll get a small OTA (Over the Air) update...
if so, it should re-boot...
then maybe you'll get your other options that youre looking for..
I got an update soon after getting my mega months ago..
maybe you didnt get yours yet..
try it.. and report back..
good luck
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ok, Paulrana .. try this...
connect to a wifi...
goto settings...
more
about device
software update
update.
hopefull you'll get a small OTA (Over the Air) update...
if so, it should re-boot...
then maybe you'll get your other options that youre looking for..
I got an update soon after getting my mega months ago..
maybe you didnt get yours yet..
try it.. and report back..
good luck
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Hi J,
Thanks for the response, believe it or not i updated it via KEIS and OTA then downloaded the firm ware from the forum and install that as well.
Can u send me a screen shot of the LTE option and about device page.
I really lost as what to do.
Thanks
if the last thing you did was flash a rom.... then i suggest doing another OTA update just to make sure...
ill put on a screenshot as soon as I figure out how to
good luck
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I have it as well..... I don't understand why you don't if you have a i9205
2SHAYNE
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Sent from my GT-I9205 using xda app-developers app
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Hi J,
Thanks for the pics.
I noticed that the Kernel version is different,
your one is [email protected] #1 My one is [email protected]#1, could this be the reason i dont have the 4g option ?
Thanks again for your help.
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paulrana said:
Hi J,
Thanks for the pics.
I noticed that the Kernel version is different,
your one is [email protected] #1 My one is [email protected]#1, could this be the reason i dont have the 4g option ?
Thanks again for your help.
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Hi Guys,
If I flash the phone (not only the rom) will it help in any way ?
Thanks
paulrana said:
Hi J,
Thanks for the pics.
I noticed that the Kernel version is different,
your one is [email protected] #1 My one is [email protected]#1, could this be the reason i dont have the 4g option ?
Thanks again for your help.
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.Im going to suggest that if you want it bad enough...
Get Odin and flash the same rom as me.....problem solved... unless you need specific languages....
youre not saying your location or where you are using it and what carrier
good luck..
jimmbomb said:
.Im going to suggest that if you want it bad enough...
Get Odin and flash the same rom as me.....problem solved... unless you need specific languages....
youre not saying your location or where you are using it and what carrier
good luck..
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Hi J,
I flashed it with about 5 different firmwares using Oden still no luck. I do want it badly knowing i have a 4g phone and no 4g.
Im in Sri lanka using Dialog carrier. I got the phone from states through a friend. I have read the forum from up to down to find a solution.
I know Oden helps you upgrade it (seen on you tube) but still it does not help, I wonder if there is a problem with the software it self.
I would try any suggestions at this time.
Thanks
Related
I saw a older thread about this when the xperia S first came out and the guy was asking if the phone will work for tmobile USA. It didnt really help since the phone was just new at the time.
Now sony officially made it official that this phone will be made available to the USA:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2012/07/0...-and-sola-now-available-in-the-united-states/
and its available in newegg. I wanted to purchase this phone:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875190003
I was wondering if this particular model will work on atleast 3g for T-mobile USA
any help would be appreciated
i just really like how the xperia S looks... especially the transparent bar
It should work, but not on all possible frequencies.
K900 said:
It should work, but not on all possible frequencies.
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What do you mean by that?
So it'll work right? But I'm confused when you said not on all frequencies
itsmarkxd said:
What do you mean by that?
So it'll work right? But I'm confused when you said not on all frequencies
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That means you won't be able to get 3G in some places.
Hi XDAers,
Please help! I sold a my Rezound (which was flashed to Page Plus) to a pal using Verizon.
According to my old experience (3G phones), the phone should be able to be activated and programmed without any manual setting.
But the phone is not able to voice or text; the data works fine with the SIM card. It can't even dial out the activation number *228.
Does Verizon change the way to program the LTE phones? What I can to to resolve the problem?
Your help will be appreciated!!!
*228 doesn't do anything for LTE phones, so that's not the issue. I would guess you need to flash an RUU though I'm not certain. Better wait for someone who has more experience to clear that up for you.
RUU will restore it back to VZW specs. Pop in your 4G sim and you are good to go.
Thank you for the suggestions. Will try and report the result later. Thanks
GrayTheWolf said:
RUU will restore it back to VZW specs. Pop in your 4G sim and you are good to go.
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thelunchboxosu said:
*228 doesn't do anything for LTE phones, so that's not the issue. I would guess you need to flash an RUU though I'm not certain. Better wait for someone who has more experience to clear that up for you.
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luckymichael said:
Thank you for the suggestions. Will try and report the result later. Thanks
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did this work, I may buy one this week thats on page plus.
Thanks
It works after you do a stock recovery. It kinda refresh everything including rado and settings.
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Will this phone work in Singapore? Looking at the frequencies, it seems like it should.
I'm running CM10.1
While in singapore, I tried turning the phone on and it would not get a signal.
I tried the different "Preferred Network Mode" options but no help.
Might this be because I needed to get a SIM card in singapore and install it?
Would I need to call up verizon and get it "unlocked" before I can do this?
enricong said:
Would I need to call up verizon and get it "unlocked" before I can do this?
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I believe the HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE is not carrier locked, so you shouldn't have to get it unlocked before you can use a different SIM.
enricong said:
Will this phone work in Singapore? Looking at the frequencies, it seems like it should.
I'm running CM10.1
While in singapore, I tried turning the phone on and it would not get a signal.
I tried the different "Preferred Network Mode" options but no help.
Might this be because I needed to get a SIM card in singapore and install it?
Would I need to call up verizon and get it "unlocked" before I can do this?
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that a cm10 bug, read the post and youll find how to fix, just read and youll see
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2121331
look for this title
For use outside of the U.S.A. and on carriers other than Verizon Wireless
jose51197 said:
that a cm10 bug, read the post and youll find how to fix, just read and youll see
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2121331
look for this title
For use outside of the U.S.A. and on carriers other than Verizon Wireless
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You mean the change to build.prop?
I wasn't sure if that was needed with another SIM.
Also I wasn't sure if the freq is supported.
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You mean the change to build.prop?
I wasn't sure if that was needed with another SIM.
Also I wasn't sure if the freq is supported.
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if freq wasn't supported you at least will have gsm(2g) signal and yes for gsm users its needed
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Hello everyone.
So I updated to MM today and it's pretty amazing so far. Only one thing I noticed is kinda "missing".
I used to use the GSM (2g) when I'm on WiFi, to save battery of course, then when I'm using the Mobile Data, I switched to WCDMA (3g).
Now after the update, the GSM only option is not even available.
The available options are in attached the screenshot.
Is there anyway to bring back the GSM only option back?
Thanks in advance.
DARED3ViL said:
Hello everyone.
So I updated to MM today and it's pretty amazing so far. Only one thing I noticed is kinda "missing".
I used to use the GSM (2g) when I'm on WiFi, to save battery of course, then when I'm using the Mobile Data, I switched to WCDMA (3g).
Now after the update, the GSM only option is not even available.
The available options are in attached the screenshot.
Is there anyway to bring back the GSM only option back?
Thanks in advance.
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That strange. I have it available.
venomxob said:
That strange. I have it available.
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What version did you install? I installed the Generic Philippines from the XperiaBlog.
I installed US version. I don't know how to attach the picture. I would show you the gsm option.
Probably because the ftf you flashed doesn't support GSM Only option
Flash Malaysian FTF. You will get GSM only option along with LTE only and others.
Thank you everyone who took the time to reply! I really appreciate that!
So, yeah. I flashed the Generic LAM ROM and I got my GSM only option back! Thanks!
The thing is, there's another bug in the LAM ROM, which is a persistent "Cell Information" notification and it's annoying as hell. I have to force stop it every time I restart my device.
Is there any ROM that supports the GSM only mode AND doesn't have that annoying Cell Information notification?
Thanks peeps!
I have the Australian generic and that has GSM and no cell information (for me)
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I have the Australian generic and that has GSM and no cell information (for me)
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Awesome, man! Thanks! I will flash this!
I have read through many threads and I cannot find a direct answer. As it is stated in the title I have the Galaxy unlocked s9+that I bought from Samsung. I am currently on AT & T network because T-Mobile is terrible here in North Carolina where I am currently living. Can I flash ATT firmware on this unlocked version of the S9 plus and use Wi-Fi calling and volte? If there is a definite yes to this question then I will try to find the ATT firmware the flash on this phone.
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I have read through many threads and I cannot find a direct answer. As it is stated in the title I have the Galaxy unlocked s9+that I bought from Samsung. I am currently on AT & T network because T-Mobile is terrible here in North Carolina where I am currently living. Can I flash ATT firmware on this unlocked version of the S9 plus and use Wi-Fi calling and volte? If there is a definite yes to this question then I will try to find the ATT firmware the flash on this phone.
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The answer is yes.
The firmware can be found pretty easy by looking in the forums or by looking on sammobile.com
Also, make sure you are flashing the same version of firmware. So if your device last digits are ARF4, then you want to flash the ARF4 AT&T firmware.
I have a question for this unlocked version from samsung.com. i I use it with Tmobile is the wifi calling, Volte, will work out of the box? or i have to do the same thing as flashing tmobile firmware? and also if I flash do i have to root? TIA. and also if there is already a thread for this question kindly post the link.
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I have a question for this unlocked version from samsung.com. i I use it with Tmobile is the wifi calling, Volte, will work out of the box? or i have to do the same thing as flashing tmobile firmware? and also if I flash do i have to root? TIA. and also if there is already a thread for this question kindly post the link.
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Yes if you use it on T mobile, the wifi, Volte will work out of the box. I was on T Mobile but because of coverage I had to switch to Att.
Scott said:
The answer is yes.
The firmware can be found pretty easy by looking in the forums or by looking on sammobile.com
Also, make sure you are flashing the same version of firmware. So if your device last digits are ARF4, then you want to flash the ARF4 AT&T firmware.
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thanks for the info. I will give it a try!
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thanks for the info. I will give it a try!
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FYI Sammobile requires premium account for fast download and with free account download speed is throttled to 15kbps. Try https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model for the firmwares with fast download.
Cashreedhar said:
FYI Sammobile requires premium account for fast download and with free account download speed is throttled to 15kbps. Try https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model for the firmwares with fast download.
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Thanks
Well, I got the AT & T firmware put on my Galaxy 965 you one but since I am on ATT prepay Wi-Fi calling does not work and they do not offer volte on ATT prepaid, what a bummer
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Yes if you use it on T mobile, the wifi, Volte will work out of the box. I was on T Mobile but because of coverage I had to switch to Att.
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thank you so much. that will help me decide what to get.
uzupan said:
Well, I got the AT & T firmware put on my Galaxy 965 you one but since I am on ATT prepay Wi-Fi calling does not work and they do not offer volte on ATT prepaid, what a bummer
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Since this is an unlocked phone not purchased from ATT, WiFi calling and other features wont work even on a regular post pay account. I had to call ATT and give them my IMEI from my previous ATT branded s8+ before wifi calling and smart caller ID and other features would work. I told them it was an ATT phone that i purchased at Best Buy and i read about WiFi calling problem in a forum and that using a different IMEI worked for others. The tech said it's worth a try and she changed it and ive been good to go ever since. I fumbled around the question of "is this an unlocked phone?" i said no, it has ATT logo (it does at boot, but not on the back lol) and i purchased it for ATT. That was good enough for them.
Many others with unlocked U1 phones have done the same thing and ATT has changed IMEI on their side. It doesnt change your phones physical IMEI, just their end. I saw a post where one operator said they wouldnt or couldnt do that. If they tell you no, call back you'll likely get a different person and they might change it. Main thing is you have to have an IMEI from an ATT branded phone that supports the same features (s8,s7,s6, etc) Luckily for me i have a like new s8+. It's worth much more than what they offer for trade in so i kept it. Glad i did.
Yes, I saw those posts as well but currently I do not have an ATT branded phone. So, I went and put the unlocked firmware back on the phone and I will just keep it the way it is. If the new iPhone that is coming out has the T-Mobile band 71, I probably will jump back to the iPhone. This was my first Android in about 4 years. I am kind of disappointed that it won't work.