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[Q] Is it possible to use 2 Epics with one phone number?

I wanna get another cdma phone for my girlfriend but dont want to add extra line.
My question is: can I flash a second Epic or Pal Pre 2 to same Sprint phone number as on my Epic and share one phone number without paying extra?
I know that I can use CDMA Workshop to flash any phone to any number right?So will it work if I flash second Epic or Palm Pre 2 to same phone number that I have?

At best it wouldn't work well and at worst Sprint would figure it out. Not recommended.

It's probably not very practical. My guess is that they'll figure it out and then fine you or something. I think you'd have to modify the ESN to do what you want to, which is considered illegal (some say it's debatable? I'm not that knowledgeable on this topic)

You can do that, however only one phone can be on at a time otherwise you should expect Sprint to ask some questions.

And what happens when you receive a call? Would both phones ring? Or just one?

I've never tried it. Too risky

Go for it. Just don't be mad when you get arrested for fraud and whatnot
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this is 100% possible and works, both phones will ring on an incoming call, both will receive the same text messages. With that aside, this is known as cloning and is a Class A Felony, Sprint will also be able to detect 2 phones using the same number/ESN/MEID and will shut you down ASAP.
tl:dr its possible, but you'll end up in prison

Isn't this the phone cloning that happened in the 90's and is extremely illegal?
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thesals said:
this is 100% possible and works, both phones will ring on an incoming call, both will receive the same text messages. With that aside, this is known as cloning and is a Class A Felony, Sprint will also be able to detect 2 phones using the same number/ESN/MEID and will shut you down ASAP.
tl:dr its possible, but you'll end up in prison
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Damn a felony?Thanx.
I wonder if I can do that through Sprint and how much would it cost?
Another question,I really want to try out Webos,what if I flash PalmPre 2 to same phone number but use one phone at a time(completly remove battery on unused phone) is that illegal too?

It's illegal either way, I wouldn't even try it. If you can't afford it, don't worry about having another phone.
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Try Google Voice and set it up to ring both your phones. It's legal, free, and safe.

gokuman56 said:
Try Google Voice and set it up to ring both your phones. It's legal, free, and safe.
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Came in to say this. They won't be totally cloned, but they'll both ring, etc. And you get to choose the number!
But reading OP's statement... Google Voice is not free phone service. You will not be able to do this.

lviv73 said:
Damn a felony?Thanx.
I wonder if I can do that through Sprint and how much would it cost?
Another question,I really want to try out Webos,what if I flash PalmPre 2 to same phone number but use one phone at a time(completly remove battery on unused phone) is that illegal too?
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Because you will have to change the esn on one of those phones, I believe it is still illegal.

gokuman56 said:
Try Google Voice and set it up to ring both your phones. It's legal, free, and safe.
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Good idea but I would still need phone data service on second phone for this to work right?So it defeats the purpose.

the purpose of ripping off sprint? one of the cheepest carriers out there? go get yourself a burner phone.. jeez

murso74 said:
the purpose of ripping off sprint? one of the cheepest carriers out there? go get yourself a burner phone.. jeez
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Im not talking bout rippin off sprint but having one number on both phones.I wonder if sprint can do that and woul this be cheaper than seperate line?

lviv73 said:
Im not talking bout rippin off sprint but having one number on both phones.I wonder if sprint can do that and woul this be cheaper than seperate line?
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Sprint will not do this. To accomplish what you're suggesting would be to clone an ESN/MEID which is illegal (Debatable).. HOWEVER..
if you were to have 2 devices with a common MEID, and the same/shared MDN/MSID both 'tied' to one number the cell tower will only connect the MEID one time. both devices 'MAY' ring at the same time, however only one device will be allowed to connect to the call.
YMMV
IBTL

Sprint Called Me Today and now I'm "Winning"

So a random number called me this morning and I missed it. I don't usually return these calls but today I decided to.
After the phone rang, someone answered, "Hello, this is Sprint's Customer Service, how can I help you today?" I told the rep that I had received a missed call from this number and he said ok, and wanted to talk to me about some things with Sprint.
I had received calls like this before, requesting lots of my info, just to try to get me to buy a second line; but I decided to listen (I mean who wants to work anyways?).
He took all my info and then told me that they noticed that I use my 3G service more than 4G. He then asks me why? I told him, straight up, battery life. 4G is a battery killer.
He takes a moment and then says, well, for the first 1000 customers that we contact, we are offering a second, backup, battery for $0.99. I then proceded to ask what size it was, do they have extended batterys, etc. Turns out I just missed the extended batteries but they still had some 1500mah batteries.
I ordered one even though I have the stock 1500mah and a 2600mah just because it was only $1.04 after tax; why would you pass this up?! The rep told me the amount will show up on my sprint bill and that it will be at my house on March 16th; and that was that.
Basically, if sprint called you today and you want a battery for $0.99, call them back and tell them why you dont use 4G!

woah what is the number they called you from? I wanna see if I can get the same deal.

awesome...

If they call I'll be sure to tell them that I don't use 4g because its a battery killer and it doesn't damn work at my house! Wonder if they will give me a "4g Airave" lol.

I had a number call me today from an 805 area code. I picked it up but no one ever said anything so after I said hello 3 times I just hung up

I sure hope you didnt give them your credit card info. Sounds like a scam to me. Sprint would never just call you as ask if you want a cheap battery...

Sounds like a phishing scam. It was probably to get you to give up your number and pin so they could order equipment and bill it to your account. I would call and change your pin and see if anything was done in your account.
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i call scam as well...I never give out info to a solicitor...i hang up and call an official number back

do you kno what department they directed you to

Sprint called me yesterday and offered an extender battery for $.99 + tax. I said yes, today I got a conformation email with a tracking number. Very nice of them and I was about to buy one.
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i need an extra battery do u know wat number it was from or how i could get one

do you kno what department they directed you to
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Again, it was probably scam. It doesnt matter what department they say they are calling from, they can say anything to get you to believe them.
Sprint called me yesterday and offered an extender battery for $.99 + tax. I said yes, today I got a conformation email with a tracking number. Very nice of them and I was about to buy one.
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Once again, I hope you didnt give out your credit card infomation. And if you gave out your account and pin, call sprint immediately and change your pin.
i need an extra battery do u know wat number it was from or how i could get one
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once again, it's probably a scam. If it's not, then you should just be able to call *2 and ask for it. But again, I highly doubt sprint would just call people and ask if they want a cheap battery. Sprint never puts accessories on sale just over the phone. If they were on sale, it would also be on the website.

Yeah I'd be careful about something like this ... I too hope you didn't give out CC info even though they said they're charging to bill. Don't want to be #DuhLosing
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because scammers know you have a 4g phone lol
Sprint WANTS you to use 4g. They dont have a congested 4g network. They DO have a congested, constipated 3G network.
Just like when nextel merged with sprint. everyone was told to push Sprint phones as the nextel network was so overloaded it was on the verge of collapse. That was why you always got the "Please wait while the nextel subscriber you are trying to reach is located" messages. That is how the 3G network is now, and that is why everyone and their mother has been complaining about 3G speeds lately

Who says they have to know to ask? If somehow they know you're a sprint customer ... however that may be ... just sounds more curious than not. Scammers work lime that ... they try to target and sometimes it doesn't go as it should, they ask questions that don't apply ... but they're hitting tons of people so ratio of blah blah blah to bleh .... just saying. Be careful, honestly hope its legit. Just seems strange.
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I hope it was not a scam, they were able to tell me what my secuirty question was and what my address was and I did not give them my PIN, just the answer to the security question.. I just changed my PIN and security question/answer to be safe..
I will post up on the 16th to see if I got a battery.. and no they did not ask for my CC info
the number was 877-624-****

Well, certainly sounds more legit.
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nyne7lac said:
I had a number call me today from an 805 area code. I picked it up but no one ever said anything so after I said hello 3 times I just hung up
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It was me.
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Deal is over for now. If you call you can get a wall charger for a buck. But the $1 extended battery was for 1,000 targeted individuals.
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overclockxp said:
Deal is over for now. If you call you can get a wall charger for a buck. But the $1 extended battery was for 1,000 targeted individuals.
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Bull****
Sent from my Evo, ho!

Sprint and Google Voice FTW

Soon, you can use your Sprint number with Google Voice, without having to pay to port it over, and without having to cancel your Sprint line! Your Sprint number will double as your Google Voice number (or you can switch your current Google Voice number to be your new Sprint number). Either way, you have one number that will be both your Sprint number AND your Google Voice number (if you want)!
Here is Google's page about the new program:
http://www.google.com/support/voice/bin/topic.py?topic=1205635
Here is Sprint's page about the new program:
http://www.sprint.com/landings/googlevoice/
Should still be free mobile-to-mobile too!
http://skattertech.com/2011/04/excl...limited-moblile-to-mobile-google-voice-calls/
Here is the the good Doctor's spreadsheet breaking down how things are now vs. how they will be after integration is implemented:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/pub...VldEJIVGZIdXJXWnhuNkJCakgzVkxxdUE&hl=en&gid=1
(Please note the tabs at the top of the spreadsheet, "How things are now" and "Post-integration activation.")

SWEET! I'm sold, wait, I was already sold on Gvoice. Now I won't have to text from one number (Gvoice # from my computer) and call people with my sprint number because I want my unlimited m2m.

Hrshycro said:
SWEET! I'm sold, wait, I was already sold on Gvoice. Now I won't have to text from one number (Gvoice # from my computer) and call people with my sprint number because I want my unlimited m2m.
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i was just thinking that they probably okay'd this b/c they already bundle texting messaging in plans.

detusueno said:
i was just thinking that they probably okay'd this b/c they already bundle texting messaging in plans.
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Yeah, me too...but the end of the video says that starndard minute rates still apply, so I wonder if we're going to loose Unlimited M2M / N&Ws if we do this?

Hope they fix wakelock issues first
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Only reason I have not moved 100% to my GV number is that it does not use mobile minutes. The only reason I do not go over my minutes monthly is because of the mobile to mobile inclusion.

Ill be impressed when you can send and receive mms via gv.

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Ill be impressed when you can send and receive mms via gv.
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big +1 to this......

This news combined with the official announcement of a Nexus S 4G coming out to Sprint ... I think Google is positioning itself with the only carrier left that wants to play nicely.
I will gladly swap to use my google # and only my Google # if it means it integrates my mobile minutes properly. I already loved GV.

Justin.G11 said:
This news combined with the official announcement of a Nexus S 4G coming out to Sprint ... I think Google is positioning itself with the only carrier left that wants to play nicely.
I will gladly swap to use my google # and only my Google # if it means it integrates my mobile minutes properly. I already loved GV.
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Ahh yea, that make sense. I hope Sprint does become the new Google friendly carrier..

Google just buy Sprint already...
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Beejis said:
Google just buy Sprint already...
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I'd be OK with this ...
... all my phones are now unlocked out the gate? Dev heaven!

Yeah I use Google voice a lot so is a non brainier but idk why mms don't work with it
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It shouldn't be long before mms work with GV. They already have the technology and know-how to get it to work, it's just a matter of getting Google to actually implement it. Even though Google is a very fast moving company for it's size, things still take some time.
This is what the creator of GV recently said.

So do we get free calling to Canada now?
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This is pretty sweet as long as it doesn't kill the free mobile to mobile. Currently all GV number outgoing and incoming calls are treated as land line calls regardless of whether or not you call a mobile number. Hopefully this will be addressed. Free mobile to mobile is the main thing that keeps me at Sprint and I would love for it to be integrated with GV.

I don't understand how this works. I already use GV and I have a number that I chose which is easy to memorize. I don't use it for texting but I do use it to mask my number sometimes.
It's my understanding that I can replace my Sprint number with the GV number without getting an ETF. Is that right? I'd prefer to use my GV number as my primary and my Sprint as the secondary if it's available. I don't mind losing my Sprint number if I can get my GV number as my primary.

I'm super excited about this. I use GV as my primary number (I was lucky enough to get an invite way, way back). I hope using my gv number will be like calling a mobile number. I have my phone set up to ask me if I want to call with google voice or my cell right now. People get confused when they see my cell number coming up instead of my google voice number.

If you go to this Google website, you can enter your email and be notified when it becomes available to you.
Here is the Sprint Page explaining it, as well.

Google + Sprint = <3<3<3

Google Voice - Sprint Integration

This guy got invited to Google Voice integration with Sprint preview.
See screenshots
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18815554/google-voice-sprint-preview.png
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18815554/google-voice-sprint-preview-1.png
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18815554/google-voice-sprint-preview-2.png
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Still no calls over wifi though.

Exactly what I'm waiting for. Hope they go live soon
i dont need a signature

Hope I get an invite! I've been a GV user since it was grandcentral. The minute I saw this I added in my email.
Good to see they are starting to roll this out to a few.

Hey, this may stray a little off topic but maybe you guys can help answer a few questions for me.
The situation...
I might be relocating to the island of grenada, dominican republic for two years for school. I have google voice on my phone and was wondering if I took my shift with me, can I just put it in airplane made, turn on wifi and receive and make calls with google voice while on campus/around wifi hot spots?
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lilgrass71 said:
Hey, this may stray a little off topic but maybe you guys can help answer a few questions for me.
The situation...
I might be relocating to the island of grenada, dominican republic for two years for school. I have google voice on my phone and was wondering if I took my shift with me, can I just put it in airplane made, turn on wifi and receive and make calls with google voice while on campus/around wifi hot spots?
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No, it's not VOIP. You couldn't make calls. SMS gets sent over data though so you would still be able to text.
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Hey, this may stray a little off topic but maybe you guys can help answer a few questions for me.
The situation...
I might be relocating to the island of grenada, dominican republic for two years for school. I have google voice on my phone and was wondering if I took my shift with me, can I just put it in airplane made, turn on wifi and receive and make calls with google voice while on campus/around wifi hot spots?
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I think Skype would be the way to go.

That's awesome; I really want to get this enabled on my phone. I already use Google Voice for voicemail, but I want my Sprint number as my Google Voice number because it's the number everyone already knows for me.

So is it safe to assume that if you already have a GV number you have to forfeit it in order to port your Sprint number to GV?

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So is it safe to assume that if you already have a GV number you have to forfeit it in order to port your Sprint number to GV?
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bcellis - yes. you have 90 days to decide to switch back.

Has anyone tried contacting Sprint about getting an invite to the service? Maybe it's just a matter of talking to the right person...

That's one of the perks of working for Sprint corporate. The day after the PR about Google Voice and Sprint, a few of my team members and I received the invitation. I have to say we haven't had any issues with it up to this point.

FCC and Verizon

Sent off a complaint to the FCC in regard to non-vzw nexus 6 on the vzw network. Basically, I said that the CFR states that they cant prevent us from using services the way there were intended to be just becaue we are using a non-vzw device. I spoke with someone at the FCC and they said I should file the complaint becuase not allowing customers to change their account details violates the C-block CFR.
Lets see where this goes.....

It is seeming more and more that Verizon doesn't want customers. I am about to leave them but I have unlimited grandfather data so I can't.

nmil1484 said:
It is seeming more and more that Verizon doesn't want customers. I am about to leave them but I have unlimited grandfather data so I can't.
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Same boat. I am certainly no fan of their nonsense. I swear they do stuff just because they can or to see if they can get away with it. Too bad they are the only 4G signal around. Damn them and their awesome network.
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So what happened for you to want to send them a letter?
AFAIK there isn't anyone that has had issues using the n6 on big reds network has there?

I bought mine from Motorola, and have had no issues.
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I left verizon actually on monday. Customer service there sucks, and now i am on att and happy with them.

rpxz said:
So what happened for you to want to send them a letter?
AFAIK there isn't anyone that has had issues using the n6 on big reds network has there?
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You are unable to change your plan or receive recurring discounts you would normally be eligible for if you have a "non-Verizone device" on your line.

LunaticSerenade said:
I bought mine from Motorola, and have had no issues.
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Have you tried changing anything on your account? Go online and try to change your data plan

rpxz said:
So what happened for you to want to send them a letter?
AFAIK there isn't anyone that has had issues using the n6 on big reds network has there?
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I have had three different reps tell me that they would return my call about changing stuff on my plan....never got call back and the executive office pretty much told me to go pound sand. Guess they forgot about the block-c rules they signed when gaining those bands.

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I left verizon actually on monday. Customer service there sucks, and now i am on att and happy with them.
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I would, but dont want to pay ETFs

ssgtob1 said:
I would, but dont want to pay ETFs
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To me an ETF is nothing when u get rid of verizon. And if u go to certain providers they will pay the etfs for you

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To me an ETF is nothing when u get rid of verizon. And if u go to certain providers they will pay the etfs for you
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Who did you choose? Also I upgraded phone through Best Buy on my wifes line, wont they charge me too?

ssgtob1 said:
Who did you choose? Also I upgraded phone through Best Buy on my wifes line, wont they charge me too?
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if the phone is through verizon doesnt matter where u buy the device from. Best buy doesnt charge the etf verizon does, but i went to att, but i believe tmobile, and maybe sprint does the buy out

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if the phone is through verizon doesnt matter where u buy the device from. Best buy doesnt charge the etf verizon does, but i went to att, but i believe tmobile, and maybe sprint does the buy out
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Wonder if I could do it without having to give them my phone....would want a Nexus 6 anyway.

ssgtob1 said:
Wonder if I could do it without having to give them my phone....would want a Nexus 6 anyway.
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Idk wouldnt hurt to call and ask.

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Idk wouldnt hurt to call and ask.
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Looking into it all now, sad day when they will let a customer who has been a customer since the bell atlantic days just walk because they cant get their heads out of their butts.

ssgtob1 said:
Looking into it all now, sad day when they will let a customer who has been a customer since the bell atlantic days just walk because they cant get their heads out of their butts.
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I left them as of monday and i was with them for 13 years. Same phone number and all. I am happy with att because now i can get any phone and they will allow it.

Google and Motorola Should Be Held Accountable
Read the following article for background:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/0...te-one-that-wasnt-purchased-from-the-carrier/
Google and Motorola should team up and take Verizon to court over this issue. Probably won't happen, they all share the same bed.
Google and Motorola should at the very least post a warning for Nexus 6 buyers about the problems with Verizon service and non-branded Verizon devices.
My feeling is that the financial folks at Verizon are making these type of poor decisions. Verizon is just too big to be held accountable for their behavior.
Rant off ....

What's the issue? Motorola phones work on and off Vzw network, and plan changes have nothing to do with your phone. Been with VZW for 10 yrs and never had issues. I have a Mot bought Nexus 6 and works beautifully. What issues are people seeing?

wrecklesswun said:
What's the issue? Motorola phones work on and off Vzw network, and plan changes have nothing to do with your phone. Been with VZW for 10 yrs and never had issues. I have a Mot bought Nexus 6 and works beautifully. What issues are people seeing?
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This is not true.
If your devices is basically "unknown" they freeze the settings. For example my play store GPS they would not add volte to my account. Had to put my sim in a verizon nexus 6 for 5 minutes for them to make the change.