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For a those running SGS2 on T-Mobile, is it possible to get their wifi calling feature installed?
dizx said:
For a those running SGS2 on T-Mobile, is it possible to get their wifi calling feature installed?
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No. People with other T-Mobile Android phones couldn't do it or had to make bizarre changes to their rooted phones in order to get it half-working. It's deeply imbedded in to the phone OS. Use Skype or one of the other VoIP solutions in the marketplace.
BarryH_GEG said:
No. People with other T-Mobile Android phones couldn't do it or had to make bizarre changes to their rooted phones in order to get it half-working. It's deeply imbedded in to the phone OS. Use Skype or one of the other VoIP solutions in the marketplace.
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Thanks for the quick response. Bummer. The prob with Skype is that it isn't free calling like with the Tmo app.
Will look into the alternatives or just wait it out when TMo releases an official Samsung SG2 equivalent.
well, the GS2 *does* support iWLAN ...
blickmanic said:
well, the GS2 *does* support iWLAN ...
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In my 5 minute read up on this, it "should" work similar to the wifi calling app, correct?
Do you know of anyone confirming iWLAN is working for them?
anyone have success with iWlan?
has anyone tried it? did it work? Tmo now has a new stock rom out for the SGH-T989 that is supposed to have Tmo WiFi calling on it, but am afraid i will lose root if i flash it. Anyone try the tmo stock? can i get root back on it?
If you search there is already a 2.3.6 root if you update via kies software.. Yes, you will lose root to update to the 2.3.6, but you can unroot it again via odin..
Orange UK have a wifi app for the S2, it only works on Orange here in the UK as it has to be enabled on the network side. Here's a link with instructions on how to get it working
http://adq.livejournal.com/118239.html
Not sure if it'll be off any help or not.
Anyone had any luck enabling it?
carllafoe said:
Anyone had any luck enabling it?
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Well, isnt it a feature depending on your carrier (firmware)?
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Yes this is carrier specific.
They will supply an app on Play if so.
Works on EE in the UK, it's a menu setting not an app.
Where exactly is the menu setting for wifi calling? I can't seem to find it on mine. If it matters, I got the Taiwan version of the phone and am with MetroPCS in the States.
For me it's in settings, under device, call. UK EE.
I am on EE and purchased my phone from Handtek hence preloaded with European Generic Stock firmware.
I can only assume @ewans has purchased the device from EE directly, which would have the EE branded Stock firmware which would have that setting built in by the carrier/EE.
I read when researching why I hadn't got this WiFi calling setting that carriers would be sending out firmware updates with these new settings (this finding is based on a different phone but the principle of carrier providing the update must be telling.) Looks like Sony stock unbranded firmware excludes this feature.
dillalade said:
I am on EE and purchased my phone from Handtek hence preloaded with European Generic Stock firmware.
I can only assume @ewans has purchased the device from EE directly, which would have the EE stock firmware which would have that setting.
I read when researching why o hadn't got this WiFi calling setting and that carriers would be sending.out firmware updates with these new settings. Looks like Sony stock unbranded firmware excludes this feature.
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Yes, directly from EE.
Guess this confirms it (image attached.)
You require a carrier stock Sony firmware to obtain the feature.
If desperate for native WiFi calling with your carrier then you would need to update your Sony firmware to run your carriers version of it.
As long as your carrier supports WiFi calling and has the z5c officially supported like EE has then you will source the carrier firmware in xperiafirm.
The sacrifice clearly will be the added bloatware you will get with a carrier branded stock firmware.
Yep. I figured out that this was a carrier feature on my own probably around the time you mentioned it here. That sucks, cause my carrier, MetroPCS, has wi-fi calling available, but are highly unlikely to carry the Z5. Dang.
An alternative if you're in the US is to install Google Hangouts Dialer and get a Google Voice number. I switched from Verizon to T-Mobile here in the states, so I just ported my old Verizon number to Google Voice for a one time, $20 fee. With Hangouts Dialer, calls to US numbers are free, and if you're on Wifi, you can receive calls using your Google Voice number.
dillalade said:
Guess this confirms it (image attached.)
You require a carrier stock Sony firmware to obtain the feature.
If desperate for native WiFi calling with your carrier then you would need to update your Sony firmware to run your carriers version of it.
As long as your carrier supports WiFi calling and has the z5c officially supported like EE has then you will source the carrier firmware in xperiafirm.
The sacrifice clearly will be the added bloatware you will get with a carrier branded stock firmware.
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That picture displays a "T-Mobile" option. That makes me think that there is a chance wifi calling works on the T-Mobile network. Can anyone confirm this? If so, I will be purchasing this phone ASAP.
T-Mobile's website confirms that they do wi-fi calling. At least here in the States.
Adrift98 said:
T-Mobile's website confirms that they do wi-fi calling. At least here in the States.
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I know that they have wifi calling but I am 90% sure that this only applies to devices that they sell themselves. (Meaning that unlocked devices such as the Z5C will not have the wifi option). I just find it interesting that the phone itself has an option to select T-Mobile wifi calling if T-Mobile has had no plans to support it. Wouldn't Sony have removed this from the list if it wasn't compatible? Maybe there is hope for the future.
T-Mobile is also a carrier in Europe. The link in the previous screenshot might be referring to the places in Europe that carry the T-Mobile branded z5c. There appears to be a version of the firmware that is for T-Mobile on Xperifirm:
Maybe someone in the US on T-Mobile can try that out and see if there is wifi calling enabled? I am on the .32 firmware and don't want to revert back.
I flashed to T-Mobile Austria, and no luck on the wi-fi calling feature. Doesn't show up on the menu it should.
Hello, I'm on ee new phone but despite carrier saying they have activated and recent update I don't have this option. Those that do, are there Sip settings if so can you share them
EE Stock Firmware
I know this is counter intuitive to most on here but i want to go back to EE firmware.
I work in a Low reception office so WiFi calling had been a dream come true rather than running around the office trying to find signal. I also live in a 4G+ area which was also wonderful so I would like to get both back (broke phone and insurance have sent me an unbranded one with Stock firmware) so does anyone know where I can get the Stock EE Firmware I can flash via Sony's Flashtool?
I've searched google for 2 days and all I can find it posts and discussions on the newest stock update and/or rooting neither of which I want.
Thanks in advance.
G3001 said:
I know this is counter intuitive to most on here but i want to go back to EE firmware.
I work in a Low reception office so WiFi calling had been a dream come true rather than running around the office trying to find signal. I also live in a 4G+ area which was also wonderful so I would like to get both back (broke phone and insurance have sent me an unbranded one with Stock firmware) so does anyone know where I can get the Stock EE Firmware I can flash via Sony's Flashtool?
I've searched google for 2 days and all I can find it posts and discussions on the newest stock update and/or rooting neither of which I want.
Thanks in advance.
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This is something I am very much interested in as well, for similar reasons. I wondered if you made any progress on working out a process.
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.
uzupan said:
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.
vaichrome said:
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!
uzupan said:
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
uzupan said:
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.
OK, so I was with T-Mobile forever, and I bought this phone from them at launch. I decided to switch over to MetroPCS by T-Mobile because it's cheaper, so I paid off my phone then unlocked it (Even though I didn't need too, the Metro SIM worked in it before I unlocked it).
It worked fine for two weeks, and I had WiFi calling and everything, and then the RJ5 (I believe?) update came out, and when my phone booted up it said new sim detected, and WiFi calling was gone. My APN settings were set to MetroPCS', so I set it back to the T-Mobile one since it's essentially the same network, but the WiFi calling option is *completely* gone; it's not there, trust me. I call MetroPCS support and they said they can't enable it for devices that weren't bought from them, and I tried to argue like sure you can, send it up to a higher level support team, but I could hardly understand her and gave up.
I went into a MetroPCS store and they had a spare T-Mobile SIM, popped it in, boom WiFi calling was back.
Come OneUI Pie update one, I opt in and update, and voila, WiFi calling is back!
I just downloaded the second update last night, and now it's gone again. This **** is driving me crazy, if anyone can help me figure out a way to fix this I will love you forever.
Wow, that was a gripping good yarn! I think there's a good chance that if you switch to the unlocked G965U1 firmware, it might work. I have an unlocked Verizon S9+ running on TMO, and once I flashed it to U1, wifi calling and volte worked automatically. I'm not positive how it will be with Metro but it is worth looking into. When you flash the collect unlocked firmware, when the phone boots up it will detect your sim and then reboot and configure all the settings for you.
P.S. I don't suppose there's Metro firmware out there?
I don't think there's Metro firmware, because my updates still come from T-Mobile. T-Mobile owns Metro. So what you're saying is flash the firmware via Odin and my phone would be like truly unlocked and I would get updates from Samsung rather than T-Mobile? I don't want to go through all this if it isn't a a certain fix, but sadly there's no way to tell that.
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Wow, that was a gripping good yarn! I think there's a good chance that if you switch to the unlocked G965U1 firmware, it might work. I have an unlocked Verizon S9+ running on TMO, and once I flashed it to U1, wifi calling and volte worked automatically. I'm not positive how it will be with Metro but it is worth looking into. When you flash the collect unlocked firmware, when the phone boots up it will detect your sim and then reboot and configure all the settings for you.
P.S. I don't suppose there's Metro firmware out there?
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I don't think there's Metro firmware, because my updates still come from T-Mobile. T-Mobile owns Metro. So what you're saying is flash the firmware via Odin and my phone would be like truly unlocked and I would get updates from Samsung rather than T-Mobile? I don't want to go through all this if it isn't a a certain fix, but sadly there's no way to tell that.
For some carriers, the Wifi calling requires the phone to have carrier firmware. Verizon is one. I bought my 9+ from Samsung unlocked, and it didn't have wifi calling on Verizon until I reflashed the phone (using Patched ODIN) to a Verizon firmware and Wifi calling works... as does the Verizon bloat, but most of that can be disabled with Package Disabler pro or similar app.
creedicd said:
For some carriers, the Wifi calling requires the phone to have carrier firmware. Verizon is one. I bought my 9+ from Samsung unlocked, and it didn't have wifi calling on Verizon until I reflashed the phone (using Patched ODIN) to a Verizon firmware and Wifi calling works... as does the Verizon bloat, but most of that can be disabled with Package Disabler pro or similar app.
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I don't think MetroPCS has it's own firmware for the s9+. Plus, they're owned by T-Mobile now. The plan I'm on is called MetroPCS by T-Mobile lol. This is driving me nuts.
C-4Nati said:
I don't think MetroPCS has it's own firmware for the s9+. Plus, they're owned by T-Mobile now. The plan I'm on is called MetroPCS by T-Mobile lol. This is driving me nuts.
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Out of curiosity I read around a little bit and it seems to be really hit and miss, which definitely seems to match up with your experience. I did find this post on Reddit from someone saying they got Wi-Fi calling to work with a Metro Sim: https://www.reddit.com/r/tmobile/co...g_volte_not_working_with_metropcs_sim/cymnvhf
Have you come across that, tried any of that?
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Out of curiosity I read around a little bit and it seems to be really hit and miss, which definitely seems to match up with your experience. I did find this post on Reddit from someone saying they got Wi-Fi calling to work with a Metro Sim: https://www.reddit.com/r/tmobile/co...g_volte_not_working_with_metropcs_sim/cymnvhf
Have you come across that, tried any of that?
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I have not, thanks for the link, I shall try that. Funnily enough, there was a hotfix pushed out last night and WiFi calling not working was on that list. I now have the WiFi calling icon in the notification bar, and it shows like it's on, but it doesn't actually work, and me pressing it does nothing. The setting itself still isn't in connections or anywhere in the settings. This is so dumb, lol.
Had the phone a week and was connected to Vodafone AU, connects to 4G but no VoLTE so it drops to 3G when making/receiving calls.
Yesterday it started to refuse to drop to 3G for calls and remained on 4G, internet on 4G was working fine, but because it refused to drop to 3G I was not having any luck with calls, manually trying to force it on 3G just ended up with no reception and no connection. Did a whole bunch of trouble shooting and reset network settings, even factory reset the phone and tried a different SIM from another provider, no luck... same issue, will not drop to 3G for making/receiving calls.
Once I used sim SLOT 2, everything was back to normal, I could manually force it on 3G, when making calls it will go from 4G to 3G as before and all is well.
Is the phone faulty and I need to get it replaced? is there something I can do to get sim SLOT 1 back working again?
It's really a problem where you need to just try and see if you find a fix.
If your provider offer no VoLTE try to do a software repair, no factory reset from inside the phone but a software repair with xperia companion. that will not reset the software on your phone but will download a new copy of the firmware (same then make a firmware reset with itunes and recovery mode compared to factory reset from iOS on iphone)
Evil_Sephiroth said:
It's really a problem where you need to just try and see if you find a fix.
If your provider offer no VoLTE try to do a software repair, no factory reset from inside the phone but a software repair with xperia companion. that will not reset the software on your phone but will download a new copy of the firmware (same then make a firmware reset with itunes and recovery mode compared to factory reset from iOS on iphone)
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Thanks, will try with Xperia companion and see if it fixes to he problem.
I have the Xperia 1 II and flashed SEA firmware and Volte works flawlessly.
If you can be bothered flash SEA firmware to see if it works
Root & enable VoLTE
Hazzay88 said:
I have the Xperia 1 II and flashed SEA firmware and Volte works flawlessly.
If you can be bothered flash SEA firmware to see if it works
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I've seen a few people mention the X1 ii can get VoLTE after flashing another region. Sadly no one with a X1 iii in AUS has confirmed they are able to get it working with any reflashed ROMs.
FYI my original issue with the 3G was resolved by doing a firmware repair using the Xperia companion.
mutilor said:
I've seen a few people mention the X1 ii can get VoLTE after flashing another region. Sadly no one with a X1 iii in AUS has confirmed they are able to get it working with any reflashed ROMs.
FYI my original issue with the 3G was resolved by doing a firmware repair using the Xperia companion.
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Ohh good the problem was resolved with a software repair. However with Optus network 3G will be turned off April 2022 which I think in that situation anyone using the Xperia on Optus network with no volte wouldn't be able to place calls.
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Ohh good the problem was resolved with a software repair. However with Optus network 3G will be turned off April 2022 which I think in that situation anyone using the Xperia on Optus network with no volte wouldn't be able to place calls.
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Yeah I heard the same.
Glad i'm with Vodafone AU as they have said no plans yet to turn off 3G since they have so many customers still using.
mutilor said:
Yeah I heard the same.
Glad i'm with Vodafone AU as they have said no plans yet to turn off 3G since they have so many customers still using.
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I hope someone can verify by flashing SEA firmware if volte will work for you.
I only flashed SEA firmware for faster updates which also resulted in volte working.
It made the phone a better experience overall
Hazzay88 said:
I hope someone can verify by flashing SEA firmware if volte will work for you.
I only flashed SEA firmware for faster updates which also resulted in volte working.
It made the phone a better experience overall
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1 How can i tell what ROM i have (SEA,US,RU,HK etc)
2 I read in another forum that flashing non native ROM will cause OTA updates to fail and I would need to manually update via Xperia Companion (this is all for Xperia 1 iii)
mutilor said:
1 How can i tell what ROM i have (SEA,US,RU,HK etc)
2 I read in another forum that flashing non native ROM will cause OTA updates to fail and I would need to manually update via Xperia Companion (this is all for Xperia 1 iii)
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I can't remember off the top of my head where to check Firmware region however you should be able to Google it.
I have flashed mine close to year ago and have received every update since. OTA works flawless.
I don't know about the Xperia 1 III though
With the xperia 1 iii, if you flash different region it will not allow OTA. I use flasher to flash update manually and for me it's fine as I'm using SEA also for VOLTE.
Wooow that's interesting that it doesn't do OTA updates as don't see what the issue is. I flashed firmware on phone and after that didn't really have to do anything as updates came through OTA.
Now I'm hesitant in getting the Xperia 1 IV as it may not work if flashed. It's a gamble to get volte to work. Also I much prefer OTA updates.
Might consider S22 Ultra if it checks out good. Sony has to do something exceptional for me to consider it. Fix screen brightness, fix battery life, fix volte, fix WiFi calling etc.
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With the xperia 1 iii, if you flash different region it will not allow OTA. I use flasher to flash update manually and for me it's fine as I'm using SEA also for VOLTE.
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What country and carrier are you on?
mutilor said:
What country and carrier are you on?
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I'm in malaysia, tried hotlink,celcom all working with VOLTE
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I'm in malaysia, tried hotlink,celcom all working with VOLTE
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ahh nice
No such luck here in Australia
spine6 said:
I'm in malaysia, tried hotlink,celcom all working with VOLTE
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Ohh that's so good. I think it's the modem configuration allows it to work in Malaysia
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ahh nice
No such luck here in Australia
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Have you come across anyone anyone that got it to work in Australia
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Have you come across anyone anyone that got it to work in Australia
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Nope!
I just created a post today asking this question.
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Ohh that's so good. I think it's the modem configuration allows it to work in Malaysia
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All asian version have the same bands, it only differs on the config. Since malaysia local xperia are SEA, then just flash the firmware then it will work. If xperia is not available locally, it will not be supported unless you root your phone and enable it.