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Hi any rom with froyo for my G3L
Thanks
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check out the threads in general section
The regular I5800 europe roms work fine.
Actually, the European versions do cause problems. Since the 3G frequencies are different in Europe and America, an European ROM will not fit snuggly into the American versions of the phone. At worst, you'll never get 3G coverage and will be stuck on Edge or just G, in the best case scenario it will work, but since the phone has to be calculating a number of redundant transmission packets, you battery life will be affected. The only way to really make the problems go away is for an American based company to release a firmware on froyo... which is ridiculously easy if you're looking from the point of view of the developer, because the only thing that has to be changed are the antenna frequencies in the drivers (easily done with the base code and the right tools).
The saddest thing is the superior i9000 (Galaxy S) already has Froyo firmwares in America, Asia and Europe; the inferior i5500 (Galaxy 5) already has Froyo firmwares in America, Asia and Europe. However, for some reason companies have not taken interest in the Galaxy 3. I bought mine in Brazil and have been using it in Argentina, which thank god has SOME european frequency antennas, which means I do get 3G sometimes. However, my battery drains way faster in an European Eclair or Froyo than it did in the American Eclair.
i don't know dude... but when i flashed froyo (kyrillos custom rom) i get everything... even the 3g... and it works like a charm. with the command *#2263# it shows all GSM bands.. even the 850 band.
i have a I5800L flashed with XXJPM (european rom) and no issues what so ever.
try a custom rom . Indroid is very good and fast
Anyone with more insight or experience? Not sure if I should bother picking a 5800L, if I can't run a stable version of Froyo.
Docnus: So zero issues using Kyrillos?
I'm using Kryrillos v3.0, no problems.
Quick & stable. GPS, WI-FI, 3g works fine.
Still confused?
Hi,
Could some one please tell me, what is difference between Firmware Froyo, Honeycomb and Rom's I5800XWJPD,I5801ZHJPF,JPM,Kyrillos,..etc.
Currently using Samsung Galaxy 3 GTi5801, and its very slow.
I need desperate upgrade. Please someone guide me, am newbie to this hole android OS.
Thanks
Hey guys
I have one of the Telstra Galaxy Tabs, and basically want to work a few things out with it.
First off I gather, with mention of all the carrier-specific or gsm/CDMA Specific ROMs, this has something to do with a radio or some such being included?
The Telstra "Next G" Network, which the Tab is used on, is basically 3g on 850mhz. Which of the types would this come under?
I have "Some" experience with flashing/ROMs/etc, namely on my Desire, so I am no expert by any means (Defo wanting to learn, and have learnt a lot from here so far ) but I do have a small amount of experience.
Thanks guys.
So, the community round here will answer questions for people that have obviously not bothered to search and ask the same stupid crap over and over and over, yet someone who has done a LOT of research, and is legitimately confused over a terminology issue (because technically it ISNT GSM or CDMA if you learn how the networks actually work) and just wants a simple answer to a simple question, just gets totally ignored?
Great to see guys, Great to see.
850 would be like att
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GSM radio hardware is largely irrelevant, the hardware does the heavy lifting, the firmware doesn't care that it is, as long as it supports the right protocols.
Telstra uses a GSM/HSDPA/WCDMA network. In most cases, this is the case if your device has a SIM card.
The Tab sold here is essentially the standard UK version. If Telstra has an 850/2100Mhz HSDPA version then that could potentially be different. If you can root it using SuperOneClick, then run a complete firmware backup and try updating with another GSM firmware (e.g. RotoHammers JME) and see how you go. Before doing so, check that the device is unlocked, check if it can be rooted, determine the existing firmware/modem versions and the CSC version. It may be a custom firmware, it may not.
Your "LOT of research" was obviously fairly deficient if it hadn't ruled out Telstra using a CDMA network. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telstra
corodius said:
Hey guys
I have one of the Telstra Galaxy Tabs, and basically want to work a few things out with it.
First off I gather, with mention of all the carrier-specific or gsm/CDMA Specific ROMs, this has something to do with a radio or some such being included?
The Telstra "Next G" Network, which the Tab is used on, is basically 3g on 850mhz. Which of the types would this come under?
I have "Some" experience with flashing/ROMs/etc, namely on my Desire, so I am no expert by any means (Defo wanting to learn, and have learnt a lot from here so far ) but I do have a small amount of experience.
Thanks guys.
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Hey mate, i have a telstra tab, on original firmware (jj3 i think) i would only ever get 3g..
After flashing rotos jme + the phone.bin, i now get hspa most the time.
Rotos firmware works perfectly, but as always backup everything
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GSM radio hardware is largely irrelevant, the hardware does the heavy lifting, the firmware doesn't care that it is, as long as it supports the right protocols.
Telstra uses a GSM/HSDPA/WCDMA network. In most cases, this is the case if your device has a SIM card.
The Tab sold here is essentially the standard UK version. If Telstra has an 850/2100Mhz HSDPA version then that could potentially be different. If you can root it using SuperOneClick, then run a complete firmware backup and try updating with another GSM firmware (e.g. RotoHammers JME) and see how you go. Before doing so, check that the device is unlocked, check if it can be rooted, determine the existing firmware/modem versions and the CSC version. It may be a custom firmware, it may not.
Your "LOT of research" was obviously fairly deficient if it hadn't ruled out Telstra using a CDMA network. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telstra
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Well, The network you are referencing is actually the "Telstra 3g" Network used only in the capital cities around here. The network my Tab is used on/made for is the "Next G" Network. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_G is the specific network. As you can see, it is technically not GSM at all, it is UMTS, and actually replaced our old CDMA network. So, this is where my confusion was coming in. But, if I have this correct, it is used as a basic term, meaning GSM = Sim Card and CDMA = No Sim Card (like our old CDMA network, phone itself is coded to the number/network type thing, which to be honest I didn't realise still even existed) yeah?
Cheers for clearing that up
As for the freqs, if I do a *#2263# the 3 WCDMA bands that are starred are 850mhz 1900mhz and 2100mhz. The GSM Fallback shows GSM 850 GSM 900 DCS 1800 PCS 1900 all starred. (Yes I did realise this before, I explained why I was confused with the terms hehe) The main band I have to worry about really is 850mhz though, on the WCDMA side, as you would have seen from the link.
Well, the device can be rooted with Z4Root at least, that is what I have used to root the device. This is exactly what I intend to try, once I am sure I understand everything. Does not hurt to read and re-read until one is definately comfortable with the steps, and I like to understand what every part is that I am doing.
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Hey mate, i have a telstra tab, on original firmware (jj3 i think) i would only ever get 3g..
After flashing rotos jme + the phone.bin, i now get hspa most the time.
Rotos firmware works perfectly, but as always backup everything
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Just to be 100% sure, that is the one here? And you are on the Next G Network? (I assume so with the 850mhz band etc, I thought this would work, but doesn't hurt to be sure I am looking at the right one you are talking about hehe.)
I can confirm the original firmware is JJ3, with phone calling capabilities etc.
Of course, backups always come first, always.
Thank you heaps for the info.
Also, if there is any part of this device's firmware etc that would be helpful in any way to the devs, I would be happy to extract anything needed from a rotobackup or whatever. I won't be flashing it straight away, and definately not before a full backup anyway.
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HI mate, how did you go with the flash?
I'm thinking of doing this as well, but just want to see if anybody has noticed any difference (for the better that is).
I have n Australian telstra tab on the next g network, and flashing a rom was the best thing I ever did
swyped from a galaxy far far away...
Hey, not trying to hijack this thread, although I too just got a SGT for the wife from Optus this morning and playing around with it and keen to hack.
Mine came with the following
PDA : P1000XWJJ4
PHONE : P1000XXJID
CSC : P1000OPSJJ3
Build Time : 2010.10.16 20:35:06 KST
Changelist : 639474
Firmware 2.2
Kernel Version : 2.6.32.9
Keen to know what is the best rom for us here down under, i'm, off to root me SGT.
Cheers
Kosti
For the optus tab any euro rom will work i started with the modaco rom and kernal then moved to the overcome rom and kernal. Both ran prefectly just make a backup to be safe.
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snoopXR6 said:
For the optus tab any euro rom will work i started with the modaco rom and kernal then moved to the overcome rom and kernal. Both ran prefectly just make a backup to be safe.
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Thanks heaps!
I did try to root it, and used OneClick, when 1st time round it sort of worked, then I tried it again with the rageagainstcage option and busybox installed this time round.
Next is off to grab overcome rom, will try and do a backup but only have a 1G card atm
Again thanks and sorry to the OP for the hijack
PEACE
Kosti
European 3G version seems to be available in Germany and I'm thinking about ordering one... But I have some question before i order. I understand that the European 3G version comes with Touchwiz, is there a ROM without Touchwiz available for it? I have searched and read all the threads in development section but there is no mention about European 3G version.
Also i haven't seen any posts from European 3G owners. Why is that?
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European 3G version seems to be available in Germany and I'm thinking about ordering one... But I have some question before i order. I understand that the European 3G version comes with Touchwiz, is there a ROM without Touchwiz available for it? I have searched and read all the threads in development section but there is no mention about European 3G version.
Also i haven't seen any posts from European 3G owners. Why is that?
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I'm also looking for the same, but for reasons unknown to me there are no custom roms for the P7500, yet. Afaik, you could try to flash a P7510 rom, but you will loose 3g. My best guess is that the 3g roms will come when more users have bought them.
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yes mate.....european 3g version has TW preinstalled. got mine on friday in o2 store Dusseldorf(think i am first in my city). I have moto Xoom also but i like TW interface
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I ordered mine from cyberport.de, hope to receive it this weekend.
I like Xoom because it's pure Honeycomb, so I'm afraid I'm not going to like Touchwiz (white menus and gray bottom bar). Xoom 3.2 has been ported to Iconia A500, so i'm hoping it will be possible to port it to GT10.1 also...
Hi,
I am looking forward to buy a 3g galaxy tab, do you know if it has microsd slot?
Thank you
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Sorry, no SD card slot for the Galaxy Tab 10.1 (3G and Wifi), at least not for the model no. GT-P7500 or P7510. There are a few site still advertising the SD card slot but the Tabs are all missing that slot.
hmm the more i read about all those issues, the more i might just get an motorola xoom to have stock android...
1. it's not sure whether the I/O tab will keep getting stock android updates or not
2. i don't know if i will be able to flash stock i/o android on a german 3g galaxy tab
My only problem is that the xoom is just to heavy, especially since im going to read a lot of news/rss feeds on the tab, so having a light tab is very important...
Can anyone who bought the Galaxy Tab in Germany confirm if the language can be changed to English? Those HoneyComb tablets like the Transformer and Iconia i see in Saturn and MediaMarkt only have German.
gokpog said:
Sorry, no SD card slot for the Galaxy Tab 10.1 (3G and Wifi), at least not for the model no. GT-P7500 or P7510. There are a few site still advertising the SD card slot but the Tabs are all missing that slot.
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Thank you for your information, it is a pity.
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Shahpur.Azizpour said:
hmm the more i read about all those issues, the more i might just get an motorola xoom to have stock android...
1. it's not sure whether the I/O tab will keep getting stock android updates or not
2. i don't know if i will be able to flash stock i/o android on a german 3g galaxy tab
My only problem is that the xoom is just to heavy, especially since im going to read a lot of news/rss feeds on the tab, so having a light tab is very important...
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I'm sorry to say this, but if you want a 3G tabled then don't buy a Xoom. European Xoom's are not GED, so they don't get updates from Google. As far as i know, the European Xoom's still run 3.0.1.
If 3G isn't important to you, then you can buy a WIFI only Xoom and flash US software on it to make it GED.
I need a tablet with 3G connectivity, that's why i ordered a GT10.1
poisike said:
I'm sorry to say this, but if you want a 3G tabled then don't buy a Xoom. European Xoom's are not GED, so they don't get updates from Google. As far as i know, the European Xoom's still run 3.0.1.
If 3G isn't important to you, then you can buy a WIFI only Xoom and flash US software on it to make it GED.
I need a tablet with 3G connectivity, that's why i ordered a GT10.1
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oh thanks for the info. i wasn't aware of that. what a pity cause i can get a motorola xoom 3g with 32gb for 499 euros as im working in a telekom company.
but tmobile doesn't sell wifi only versions...well then i might also get an galaxy tab anyway, but still hope that we will be able to somehow flash the google i/o firmware on it....so if i understand correctly i should try to get a wifi only galaxy tab to make a GED?
kelvar said:
Can anyone who bought the Galaxy Tab in Germany confirm if the language can be changed to English? Those HoneyComb tablets like the Transformer and Iconia i see in Saturn and MediaMarkt only have German.
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Jup English UK and English US
Does anyone who's owning a 3g tab tell me if the tab has a full-sized or micro- sim slot please? I really wanna buy the 3g but I'm not sure if it has normal sim slot
Thanks for your reply
lojanguyen said:
Does anyone who's owning a 3g tab tell me if the tab has a full-sized or micro- sim slot please? I really wanna buy the 3g but I'm not sure if it has normal sim slot
Thanks for your reply
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Shahpur.Azizpour said:
oh thanks for the info. i wasn't aware of that. what a pity cause i can get a motorola xoom 3g with 32gb for 499 euros as im working in a telekom company.
but tmobile doesn't sell wifi only versions...well then i might also get an galaxy tab anyway, but still hope that we will be able to somehow flash the google i/o firmware on it....so if i understand correctly i should try to get a wifi only galaxy tab to make a GED?
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As far as i know, only US Xoom's are Google Experience Devices. It is possible to flash European WIFI only Xoom with official US Xoom software to make it GED. It's not possible with 3G Xoom because of different radios in EU and US versions. But there is a custom 3.2 ROM that reportedly works also on European 3G Xoom's, so thats a option.
About WIFI only GT10.1, as far as i know, even the IO version is not GED. If it was, then it would already have Android 3.2.
I See, so flashing the us Rom on a European xoom with 3g wouldn't work at all?
I wouldn't care if I lose the 3G, but since I can get the 3g version for the price of the regular WiFi only xoom, I might still get the 3G one (so I can sell it for more later).
poisike said:
As far as i know, only US Xoom's are Google Experience Devices. It is possible to flash European WIFI only Xoom with official US Xoom software to make it GED. It's not possible with 3G Xoom because of different radios in EU and US versions. But there is a custom 3.2 ROM that reportedly works also on European 3G Xoom's, so thats a option.
About WIFI only GT10.1, as far as i know, even the IO version is not GED. If it was, then it would already have Android 3.2.
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Shahpur.Azizpour said:
I See, so flashing the us Rom on a European xoom with 3g wouldn't work at all?
I wouldn't care if I lose the 3G, but since I can get the 3g version for the price of the regular WiFi only xoom, I might still get the 3G one (so I can sell it for more later).
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I'm not sure if it's possible to flash the official US 3G ROM on European 3G Xoom, i believe i have read that it will mess up the radio firmware.
But like i said, there is a custom 3.2 ROM available that works on European 3G Xoom.
Check Xoom development forums. Here it is a little off topic i think.
Whats going on everyone?
My question is this, how can I use my sim from my phone in the A501? I have an att Branded A501 Tablet and an Att sim. I had asked customer service reps several times before purchasing this tablet if my sim would work and was told yes.
I then come to find out that I am unable to do so. Is there a Mod that will allow me to do this or is there a rom that has this incorporated?
Please help me if you can. And a Thanks in advance for any info is always a given. Thanks everyone for any info you can give me on this matter.
SERooted
1st. Device: Moto Atrix Stock modified
2nd Device: Acer Iconia Tab A501. Civato Flexstriker-HC 3.2.1 R4
Could be carrier related as I know certain providers in the states were stopping GTab owners from using their iphone plan sim cards in their gtabs. They had to either get another plan or get another sim as the company was blocking the use of the unlimited data plan...
I have a Telstra sim, I put it in and it works, no problems.
Also, if you are running an A500 rom then it won't allow you to use 3g as it is a wifi only rom. Using flexstriker, which I believe is an A500 rom, won't allow you to use the 3g module in your A501 as you don't have the needed drivers, it is set up to only use the 3g dongle... Best to try Tabooney, Harkon, Little Honey or Moscow's Alexandra II.. These support or are made for A501's...
Cheers...
I figured it might be as such, just wasnt sure. I haven't really liked the looks of the other roms. But if I am able to get this working by using oe of the other mentioned roms I will gladly shift and mod it to y liking. Thank you for the quick response.
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No luck with Alexandra rom. Moving onto another.
Edit: Toobay, also no luck on getting mobile sim to work. moving onto harkon now
I use Harkon on my A501, never had problems with 3G, just turn wifi off if you want to use 3G...
The Kernels can be a bit buggy too for 3G as most kernels are based on the A500... I use Thor's kernel in my A501 with Harkon as the OS... Seems OK....
As I said earlier though, some people in the states had issues with their carrier blocking their 3g usage as they had unlimited plans and the carrier didn't like them using their new tablets to access the network...
SErooted said:
No luck with Alexandra rom. Moving onto another.
Edit: Toobay, also no luck on getting mobile sim to work. moving onto harkon now
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You can flash rom's till your heart is broken. You still won't get 3g unless you run on an AT&T network, with AT&T's own data sim. That's the harsh reality.
That specific ATT Acer a501 is specifically made for ATT. Currently there is no method to "unlock" the Sim portion like you can on most phones, as it resides on a separate chip inaccessable to Devs, and no possible workarounds.
Flashing a different rom has no effect. And contacting ATT will result in a variety of answers, each ending with no resolution unfortunately.
A lot of people bought these tab's, then went back to Europe only to discover they couldn't use them on a network. Should have read the fine print.
You may however, be able to run a 3g dongle. Don't know and never tried, but I suppose it's possible.
Being in Europe may give a chance that a different sim may work, but I haven't heard yet. I've heard that some people with phones, had their sim's reprogrammed in the Ukraine to simulate being on a US based network to, but when they returned to the US, they had to get a new sim
Moscow Desire said:
You can flash rom's till your heart is broken. You still won't get 3g unless you run on an AT&T network, with AT&T's own data sim. That's the harsh reality.
That specific ATT Acer a501 is specifically made for ATT. Currently there is no method to "unlock" the Sim portion like you can on most phones, as it resides on a separate chip inaccessable to Devs, and no possible workarounds.
Flashing a different rom has no effect. And contacting ATT will result in a variety of answers, each ending with no resolution unfortunately.
A lot of people bought these tab's, then went back to Europe only to discover they couldn't use them on a network. Should have read the fine print.
You may however, be able to run a 3g dongle. Don't know and never tried, but I suppose it's possible.
Being in Europe may give a chance that a different sim may work, but I haven't heard yet. I've heard that some people with phones, had their sim's reprogrammed in the Ukraine to simulate being on a US based network to, but when they returned to the US, they had to get a new sim
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Ummm bro, OP clearly stated it was an ATT 501, and he was using ATT sim card
kjy2010 said:
Ummm bro, OP clearly stated it was an ATT 501, and he was using ATT sim card
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He needs an ATT Data Sim. I think I stated that in the beginning, but you know KJY, I need new glasses bro.
The rest was just info from some other poor souls who bought those tabs assuming the would work under other networks.
Just like I can't use my Beeline Sim in my Tab. 2 different Sims.
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Moscow Desire said:
You can flash rom's till your heart is broken. You still won't get 3g unless you run on an AT&T network, with AT&T's own data sim.
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Again, in case I was misunderstood.
But then again, I could be wrong.
really appreciate the info guys. Ill have to look more into it. Yes I am running an art sim. But like stated, they don't like someone running unlimited 3g in their tablet. I'm trying to figure it out and have tried Harmon ROM but no luck. I'm wondering if it was cause I had WiFi on. Anyone at all had the 3g art sim working in one of these?
Harkon rom did work. My first install must not have loaded correctly. Thanks guys for all your input. I appreciate it!
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really appreciate the info guys. Ill have to look more into it. Yes I am running an art sim. But like stated, they don't like someone running unlimited 3g in their tablet. I'm trying to figure it out and have tried Harmon ROM but no luck. I'm wondering if it was cause I had WiFi on. Anyone at all had the 3g art sim working in one of these?
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What is an "ART" Sim? or was it a typo for ATT?
Also, you can check you APN settings in the mobile network settings if you have another issue, and make sure they reflect the carrier.
When you have Wifi connected (not just turned on, but an actual connection, the Wifi takes presidence over 3g. This is normal.
Leaving Wifi on all the time has an advantage. You can travel between locations without losing data connection.
The disadvantage, is it uses unnecessary battery power when not connected.
You should be free to try the other 501 roms. Just do the complete wipes and formats between flashing as per the instructions. There are cases where risidual files leftover from a previous install have effected a new install.
Glad it's working for you.
it was meant to say att sim, sorry didn't catch the typo before sending. Yes it is work great! I won't be changing my rom again anytime soon. If I find one that work and functions the way I want I keep it for awhile. Once I start my web design and development classes, I will be making my first official rom. Thanks for all the feedback guys. I really do appreciate it.
The community here is more welcoming and quick to respond compared to the community on my
mobile phone. Thanks for this also.
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1st device: Motorola Atrix stock modified
2nd device: Acer Iconia A501 harkon rom OC 1.6ghz
Just curious what kind of speed (download and upload) are people getting on AT&T using the N7100?
Screen capture of the speed test would be very appreciated.
Thanks!!
I'm in southern California
Scary!
Ngambek2003 said:
Just curious what kind of speed (download and upload) are people getting on AT&T using the N7100?
Screen capture of the speed test would be very appreciated.
Thanks!!
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seems like you have AT&T, you might want to just want the 5 days for the LTE version
Scythe024 said:
seems like you have AT&T, you might want to just want the 5 days for the LTE version
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This right here is the only reason I'm interested in the AT&T Note 2.
Scythe024 said:
seems like you have AT&T, you might want to just want the 5 days for the LTE version
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So far there's no sign of the white version for ATT. And updates seem to be much slower getting to ATT phones. I have the ATT Galaxy S3 and no Jelly Bean yet. That's why I'm considering the international version instead. Plus there's a good deal on newegg now for 589.
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So far there's no sign of the white version for ATT. And updates seem to be much slower getting to ATT phones. I have the ATT Galaxy S3 and no Jelly Bean yet. That's why I'm considering the international version instead. Plus there's a good deal on newegg now for 589.
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You should read through the link in my post above you...
Jade Eyed Wolf said:
You should read through the link in my post above you...
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so you CAN run a international rom then just flash a at&t modem?
Anybody else with speed test results?
Thanks!!
Scythe024 said:
so you CAN run a international rom then just flash a at&t modem?
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I'm not sure yet. That's why I started that other thread. It's my theory and hope that you can flash international firmware onto (some) of the domestic North American Note 2's (including Canadian versions).
Just as an example, and I think I may have briefly touch on this in the other thread, take a look at the original Galaxy Tab (7 inch).
The international version of that device, available everywhere else around the world, was able to function as a phone out of the box.
The domestic carrier versions of the same device did not offer phone functionality at all, and were basically locked down, pay-as-you-go only, data-only, worthless (but expensive) pieces of crap! Unfortunately, if you had a CDMA version (Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, etc.), you were totally out of luck, because the chipsets were different (or at least the modem firmware), and not compatible with the international firmware. However, the GSM US models were an exception, especially the AT&T version, and here's why:
With the very slight exception of the T-Mobile version (which used a custom UMTS modem for its own 1700mhz AWS band), the North American GSM Galaxy Tab's had -exactly- the same hardware, transistor for transistor. As such, if you bought an AT&T branded Tab (as I did), and you didn't like your carrier dictating to you what features you could or couldn't have on your device (which I didn't), you could give them a big fat middle finger by simply flashing the international firmware in all its unlocked feature-full glory.
With the T-Mobile version, it was slightly different due to the custom modem. If you simply flashed the international firmware and just left it at that, phone functionality would work fine, but you wouldn't have 3G functionality (because the international firmware didn't support 1700mhz AWS), so you'd be stuck on EDGE. However, if you wanted 3G, all you had to do was use Mobile Odin to flash the T-Mobile specific modem.bin, and off you went (minus working phone functionality). You had to flip flop between two modems, depending on your needs, but it was an OK workaround.
So anyway, this all gets me back to the Note 2 of today. As I mention in the other thread, seeing as how the North American Note 2's are almost identical to their international counterparts, with the major exceptions being the radio hardware and modem firmware, shouldn't it then be possible to get international firmware working on a domestic version?
The first step would be to see if you could even flash international firmware onto a domestic Note 2 and get the thing to even boot up.
Assuming that's possible, and say you have limited cellular functionality (if any at all!), with perhaps only WiFi working or something, then the next step would be to extract the modem.bin from the carrier-specific firmware, and then flash that over the international firmware.
Hopefully, theoretically, that should get you up and running!
*bump*. Anyone else care to share their results?
Thanks
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Here are mine.
i wont go with the at&t version, becacuse as soon as my contract end early next year im switching to straight talk. i dont want to stuck on another contract again.
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another test i did just now, since all my other tests are early morning.
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What APN settings are you all using for your N7100 on AT&T?
+1 ^^^
Dallas, TX area
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