Here is a good tip for cheap factory unlocked NEW Galaxy Alphas:
At $ 549. From Canada GSM .
The question like Giant Neutron Stars vs. Black Holes and questions about whether Dark Matter really exists is :
Samsung's complicated inclusion/exclusion of different Radio Bands on dozens
of Models.
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G & LTE
LTE 2100, 1900, 1800, 1700, 2600, 700, 850
Above are the Radio Bands for the Specific Model at Canada GSM.
How does this look for full coverage TMobile USA ?
Here is a Link to Canada GSM Alpha page:
http://canadagsm.ca/products-Samsung-Galaxy-Alpha-SM-G850W8-Metal-Unlocked
robertkoa said:
Here is a good tip for cheap factory unlocked NEW Galaxy Alphas:
At $ 549. From Canada GSM .
The question like Giant Neutron Stars vs. Black Holes and questions about whether Dark Matter really exists is :
Samsung's complicated inclusion/exclusion of different Radio Bands on dozens
of Models.
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G & LTE
LTE 2100, 1900, 1800, 1700, 2600, 700, 850
Above are the Radio Bands for the Specific Model at Canada GSM.
How does this look for full coverage TMobile USA ?
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Anymore info on this on whether it'll work on T-Mobile's 1700/2100 bands? I'm thinking about getting one to see if it works. Hope it's not a typo in their specifications that's listed.
***UPDATE***: DO NOT buy from CanadaGSM.ca website. They are fraudulent. I received a blank confirmation page upon order completion and the chat line said I needed to give them my CC's 3 digit security code even after they've charged my bank account. They also said my product will not be shipped. The number listed on their website is fake as well. Google... beware CanadaGSM.
Hello.
I have a Moto e 2015 XT1524 that works fine in Spain, but the 3G and 4G bands are different in Argentina and I want to use this device there. In Argentina the model they sell is the XT1527.
The question is if it is possible to flash a XT1527 firmware in a XT1524 model in order to use the Argentina bands or this models have differents hardwares for the radio bands?
Thank you very much
From: gsmarena This are the bands of the different Moto E 2015 models:
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 - XT1527, XT1511
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - XT1505
HSDPA 900 / 2100 - XT1524
4G bands LTE band 2(1900), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 12(700), 17(700) - XT1527
LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 20(800) - XT1524
Spain:
3G capabilities - UMTS 2100
Argentina:
3G capabilities - UMTS 850, UMTS 1900
4G capabilities - LTE 1700, LTE 2100
korolirio said:
Hello.
I have a Moto e 2015 XT1524 that works fine in Spain, but the 3G and 4G bands are different in Argentina and I want to use this device there. In Argentina the model they sell is the XT1527.
The question is if it is possible to flash a XT1527 firmware in a XT1524 model in order to use the Argentina bands or this models have differents hardwares for the radio bands?
Thank you very much
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Hello!
I had a simillar problem with the XT1524. I also live in Argentina.
The XT model is international, so at a hardware level you have all the bands, but it is limited by the software.
The solution is (tranks to JasonPro11):
1. Download "4G LTE Switch" from PlayStore.
2. Run the app (does not require special permissions).
3. Go to "Set preferred network type” and choose LTE/GSM.
4. In the upper corner go to "Set Radio Band" and choose "USA Band".
5. Restart and enjoy LTE and 3G in Argentina...
I´ve also published this post in Grupo Android (spanish version).
Regards,
Fernando
My model is SM-G925I
I was on 5.0.2, then I update to 5.1.1 via Smart Switch.
Official data show that it supports FDD and TDD 4G network
But TDD only one frequency for B40 (2300MHZ)
I think it is to support other frequencies, including B38 B39 B41
I believe at Service Mode can set the TDD frequency
But how do I enter into Samsung's Service Mode
What instruction is?
* # 001 1#
then .........?
Many attempts before the old directive, but are ineffective ........
Hope to get help
please tell me
thank you very much
Because I used areas in Shenzhen, China, it is necessary frequency TDD 4G network B38 B39 B40 B41
American Sprint SM-G925PZDASPR edition.
Also supports FDD and TDD, but only supports TDD B41 (2500MHZ)
So I think it is possible to support all frequencies (B38 B39 B40 B41)
Only software shield
please help me
thank you very much
Help me Help me
I read conflicting answers on best buy versus frequency check so I called Samsung and was told it's not.
Here are the bands if you care"
B1 2100 B2 1900 PCS B3 1800+ B4 1700/2100 AWS 1 B5 850 B7 2600 B8 900 B12 700 AC B13 700 C B17 700 BC B18 800 LOWER B19 800 UPPER B20 800 DD B25 1900 + B26 850 + B28 700 APT B32 1500 L BAND B38 TD 1900 + B40 TD 2300 B41 TD 2500 B42 TD 3500 B66 1700/2100
Is this for SM-G960F? What's the implication of it not having band 71? Coverage/speed issues?
What is going on, so confused. I also contacted Samsung about this twice just to make sure and both times, two different people have said band 71 is supported by the unlocked US version.
This is the SM-G965U. It's for T-Mobile's rollout of the 600mhz service though at this point is on available in certain areas.
Found this map to show the areas.
http://maps.spectrumgateway.com/t-mobile-600-mhz-band-71-deployment.html
We are hoping they wouldn't make different hardware and somehow you can can unlock it by flashing T-mobile firmware but according to Best Buy's site and Samsung support it's not there.
Does "Unlocked US version" only mean carrier unlocked or does it also have unlockable bootloader?
vponomarev said:
Does "Unlocked US version" only mean carrier unlocked or does it also have unlockable bootloader?
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Just carrier unlocked but sometimes that means it can be easier to root.
It's there according to techwalls
coming from a s7 edge and s7 family, the tmo bloat isn't that bad. I do want the band coverage for lte 71. but would the updates for the unlocked version be rolled out quicker?
G960U and G965U both have Band 71 support.
This isn't the first time customer support reps have gotten something wrong.
murtaza02 said:
G960U and G965U both have Band 71 support.
This isn't the first time customer support reps have gotten something wrong.
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No, it wouldn't be.
Cuda70383 said:
coming from a s7 edge and s7 family, the tmo bloat isn't that bad. I do want the band coverage for lte 71. but would the updates for the unlocked version be rolled out quicker?
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I believe so. Rather than updates having to pass through Samsung and T-Mobile development teams, you would only have to wait on Samsung. Of course faster is relative and Samsung alone may take forever with updates already vs. Another phone maker.
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Is this for SM-G960F? What's the implication of it not having band 71? Coverage/speed issues?
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If i'm not mistaken, 71 is an LTE band. I'm not on t-mobile so I'm not 100% on this.
Decided to peruse the FCC docs for the Galaxy S9, located here: https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/repo...id=iZpmwirNeCdRpxZDqp7ksg==&fcc_id=A3LSMG960U
Specifically the "HAC Key Feature letter" doc, if I'm reading/understanding it correctly, both the SM-G960U and SM-G960U1 (unlocked model if they're following the same model number scheme as last year) will support Band 71 LTE.
I guess direct linking to the doc is not allowed, but you can open it from the link above.
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Well, after reading the thread I decided to contact Samsung support, again, to see what they might say today. I contacted live chat support again and this is what they sent me. The bands supported by the Galaxy s 9 unlocked variant.
Sohail M at 7:17, Mar 5:
B1 (2100)
B2 (1900 PCS)
B3 (1800 +)
B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
B5 (850)
B7 (2600)
B8 (900)
B12 (700 ac)
B13 (700 c)
B17 (700 bc)
B18 (800 Lower)
B20 (800 DD)
B25 (1900 +)
B26 (850 +)
B28 (700 APT)
B29 (700 de)
B30 (2300 WCS)
B32 (1500 L-band)
B38 (TD 2600)
B39 (TD 1900 +)
B40 (TD 2300)
B41 (TD 2500)
B46 (TD 900)
B66 (1700/2100)
B71 (600)
I guess, ultimately, we will have to wait and see. I ordered the S9 unlocked variant today and if it doesn't have band 71 I will send it back.
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Decided to peruse the FCC docs for the Galaxy S9, located here: https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/repor..._id=A3LSMG960U
Specifically the "HAC Key Feature letter" doc, if I'm reading/understanding it correctly, both the SM-G960U and SM-G960U1 (unlocked model if they're following the same model number scheme as last year) will support Band 71 LTE.
I guess direct linking to the doc is not allowed, but you can open it from the link above.
XBOHDPuKC said:
It's there according to techwalls
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Well it would definitely make sense to do that and sell more units capable of serving every carrier and every USA buyer and it doesn't cost anything more to make everyone happy bands wise..Right!
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Well, after reading the thread I decided to contact Samsung support, again, to see what they might say today. I contacted live chat support again and this is what they sent me. The bands supported by the Galaxy s 9 unlocked variant.
Sohail M at 7:17, Mar 5:
B1 (2100)
B2 (1900 PCS)
B3 (1800 +)
B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
B5 (850)
B7 (2600)
B8 (900)
B12 (700 ac)
B13 (700 c)
B17 (700 bc)
B18 (800 Lower)
B20 (800 DD)
B25 (1900 +)
B26 (850 +)
B28 (700 APT)
B29 (700 de)
B30 (2300 WCS)
B32 (1500 L-band)
B38 (TD 2600)
B39 (TD 1900 +)
B40 (TD 2300)
B41 (TD 2500)
B46 (TD 900)
B66 (1700/2100)
B71 (600)
I guess, ultimately, we will have to wait and see. I ordered the S9 unlocked variant today and if it doesn't have band 71 I will send it back.
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Decided to peruse the FCC docs for the Galaxy S9, located here: https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/repor..._id=A3LSMG960U
Specifically the "HAC Key Feature letter" doc, if I'm reading/understanding it correctly, both the SM-G960U and SM-G960U1 (unlocked model if they're following the same model number scheme as last year) will support Band 71 LTE.
I guess direct linking to the doc is not allowed, but you can open it from the link above.
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*** You Said..." if it doesn't have band 71 I will send it back." So just how would you know if the device has that band is is capable of utilizing it?? Please explain??
ALSO: ((https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/repor..._id=A3LSMG960U)) DEAD END BELOW
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Fyi: https://twitter.com/SamsungSupport/status/970819401850159105
Well I hate to say this but if my Uncle had breasts he'd be my Aunt. I have had quite a few conversations via Twitter and in chat sessions with Sammy Tech reps and at this point I would say to you that they don't know wether to scratch their watch or wind their asses.
I have gotten no less than 6 different answers from them and sent a complaint up the line to Senior staff who might shed some light on all the different responses that keep getting disseminated to the public.
The unlocked Galaxy s 9, us version, does support band 71. I am using the unlocked version.
Assuming it supports band 71 doesn't mean band 71 is enabled in the modem. two different things!
So that being said and "If the device has Band 71" how can we test if the modem software is in the device?
Hi, i'm about to buy the Honor 9, but I have a problem. I will buy it in Amazon (Europe) and ship it to my country (Argentina) that uses this bands:
2G (EDGE, GSM/GPRS): Bands 850 / 1900 MHz
3G (HSPA+, UMTS/WCDMA): Bands 850 / 1900 MHz
4G (LTE): Bands 4 (AWS o 1700) / 7 (2600) / 28 (APT o 700*)
(the most important band is the B4 AWS, the others are not that important)
And I searched on google and I found differences, some places say it has the b4 band(frequencycheck.com,phonedb.net), others say no (gsmarena)
Amazon says its the model 51091SNW, but assume is the STF-L09 version
So I need your help, if anyone of you has bought this phone in Europe and wants to confirm if it has the band that I need, I would be grateful. Otherwise, I'll have to choose another phone because a phone without 4g nowadays it's not good
Thanks in Advance!!!
I checked the price comparison I usually use and which is usually pretty well informed (this is their English page, the company behind it is originally from Austria):
Frequency bands: GSM (850/900/1800/1900), UMTS (850/900/1900/2100), LTE (B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20)
https://skinflint.co.uk/a1638115.html
Same info from my go-to review site (translated from a German review):
Networking: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 4.2, GSM 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS B1/B2/B5/B8, LTE B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20, Dual SIM, LTE, GPS
https://www.notebookcheck.net/243422.0.html
Both is for the STF-L09, which is sold throughout Europe, so I guess it doesn't matter that both have their info from devices from Germany...
It seems to lack Band 4, and according to gsm arena it does so for all Honor 9 models available