So I have a Note 4 phone on T-Mobile and want to get a tablet for my car ($10/month data plan).
If my phone rings, will I be able to answer it and talk on the tablet or would I still have to use my phone?
So afaik, there is no built-in functionality for this?
But Tablet Talk on the playstore helps.
Would be interested in anyone else's experience so I know what to expect once I get a tablet.
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Hi there, I was wondering if I used the 3 All you can eat data sim on this if it'll work?
I heard that it wouldn't work on the iPad because of restrictions or some sort and that 3 will know but since this is an Android device the network will not know whether it is a tablet or a phone.
I just wanted confirmation on if this is true or not and if anyone is currently doing this with no problems.
Thanks
I have a 3g tablet that I'm using as my primary device. However, I'd like to make/receive calls using a smaller device that fits in my pocket. I could buy a bluetooth handset for around $50, but I'd rather use a spare android phone I have if possible.
I did some research, looks like there's no way to use the phone as a bluetooth headset. But...couldn't I use it via wifi? I'm thinking...enable the wifi hotspot on the tablet, so the phone connects to the tablet via wifi. Tablet receives a call. Somehow it magically forwards it via voip to the android phone. Ideally I could also make a call via the phone, though that's not necessary.
No, google voice won't work, as it's an Australian number.
And I do know about Tablet Talk. I need something for voice calls though, not texts.
It'll probably be suggested that I simply put the sim in the phone and use the hotspot featue on it to share with the tablet. Good idea, but the battery life on the phone is less than stellar. It might last an hour or two in that mode; the tablet can last all day.
Thanks for any help!
Why can't you put another SIM card in your phone and enable call forwarding from the SIM that you use in your tablet to that in your phone? But first check whther there is any call forwarding charges impossed by your carrier.
amith007 said:
Why can't you put another SIM card in your phone and enable call forwarding from the SIM that you use in your tablet to that in your phone? But first check whther there is any call forwarding charges impossed by your carrier.
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Yup, it costs to forward calls. I could just give two numbers out, but that'd be a hassle for those calling me.
josetann said:
Yup, it costs to forward calls. I could just give two numbers out, but that'd be a hassle for those calling me.
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Hmm.. I see .. .. I am not sure whether there is an app which forwards voice call via VIOP.. another suggestion is put your primary SIM card (the one in tab now) in your phone and get a spare SIM card for your tab for data connection..
Cos SMS'es are not forwarded, and that is a not trully-carrier free solution.
amith007 said:
Hmm.. I see .. .. I am not sure whether there is an app which forwards voice call via VIOP.. another suggestion is put your primary SIM card (the one in tab now) in your phone and get a spare SIM card for your tab for data connection..
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I've thought of that too. What I'm aiming for is to have one primary device. I don't want to need to carry a tablet and a phone. So...tablet is primary, it handles all data and voice. Phone would serve same purpose as a bluetooth headset; if it's there, it could handle voice calls. If not, then calls still go through the tablet as usual.
I know the hardware is more than capable of doing this.
I may just end up getting one of those bluetooth headsets that act like a regular phone. Would (should?) double as a bluetooth audio receiver. Just hate spending more money when I already have something (spare android phone) that should do the job.
I have an ATT Samsung galaxy tab 2 10.1 SGH-i497. I am trying to see if I there is a ROM that I can install on my device to make the GSM calls functioning just as in the Samsung tab 2 10.1 GT-P5100.
Please help...
Same problem with me.
Its hurting that even loading data packages becomes tedious.
I have to remove the sim card and insert it into some phone to do that since here in Uganda, Africa, we use codes to do that eg *100#
then reinsert it back into the tablet to use the data.
Kabbak said:
Same problem with me.
Its hurting that even loading data packages becomes tedious.
I have to remove the sim card and insert it into some phone to do that since here in Uganda, Africa, we use codes to do that eg *100#
then reinsert it back into the tablet to use the data.
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Add me to this request to see if we can make this Samsung Tab2 gsm calling capable.
Thanks
Voice Call Workaround
Sorry I'm late to this party. I recently purchased this tablet on eBay in pristine condition, and it is amazing. I started right away experimenting with voice calling. I purchased a SIM from Straight Talk with the usual unlimited plan (just like I would for a cell phone) and popped it in. The tablet had no problems recognizing the SIM and the phone number on it. Based on the hardware, at least from what I can see, the tablet seems to have the physical ability to handle calls so I suspect the inability to do so is software-related. However, I'm not a ROM expert (nowhere near - just a noob who knows enough to be dangerous), so I didn't feel like taking that risk. So, I found another solution - VOIP.
Since the tablet supports both WIFI and 3G/4G/LTE, a VOIP number that can be carried on those data streams would work. I tested this by creating a Google Voice number, and downloading the new Hangouts dialer app and got everything set up. Sure enough, I am now able to make and receive voice calls using this method. The SIM would ensure that I have data when no WIFI is available. Per the specs, this tablet should support HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100, so T-Mobile's $30/mo 5gig plan seems like a good cheaper option as I don't need the talk minutes anyway.
I know that a native voice solution would be preferable, but, in the meantime, this is a decent workaround that solved my problem, and hopefully could prove useful to someone.
SGH-1497
DO I hate this Tablet?
I got it mainly for the sim. slapped a ST sim in and away I go. See a phone app in ROM Manager See all the would leave me to believe I can make in and out calls on this thing. As of Jan 15 is this a forgotten relic and a crock of stewed crap to mess with to get working? If so Im heading for ebay or so,ewhere I want a 10.1 that I can use ST on and have 4G LTE. Can anyone reply to me where and what I need to make this happen. I just bought this for 100 bucks and I wont smash it into the wall but not real interested in it. With GO SMS it gives me a Straight Talk number and I can text with it but no dialer with a phone app running in the background? geez kick in the purse anyone?
Pls i need custom recovery for samsung tab 2 sgh i497
So I just rooted my Moto X, but because of a locked bootloader it is questionable if I will be able to setup a 4.4 ROM. If I have to buy something else anyway, I'm thinking I would prefer something in a Phablet or 7 inch tablet. I use a Verizon MiFi to have 4G I can use as WiFi wherever I go. So carrier is a moot point. But I do need the ability to place WiFi calls (perhaps using Hangouts on 4.4?) as well as a GPS (I commute by bicycle daily).
I thought about the Nexus 7 but those appear to be generally out of stock and I presume that's because there will be a refresh soon. Perhaps I should wait for that? Maybe an unlocked Note 3? Other ideas?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I'm going to start running and I don't want to carry my phone around. I am looking into buying a used Samsung Gear S for my runs (answer calls if/when needed & play music).
I searched but I couldn't get a straight answer.
Can I use my current sim card (nano) to the Gear S when needed? Will TMO locked my sim out if noticed?
I don't plan to use the watch other than when I don't want to carry my phone (running or other sport activity).
Thanks in advance
Anyone know the answer? I also heard that it is best to buy an unlocked (AT&T) Samsung Gear S.
Any information is appreciated.