Sup guys, I haven't been in the Android world since I let go of the HTC One X. That being said, I'm back with the HTC One Google Edition.
I see that there's not much information regarding the phone, so if I can do anything to contribute I'll be more than happy to do so. Please be patient with me as its been a long time.
Best regards.
It's the same as the normal HTC One except the software, and that is already out there for us normal HTC One owners to flash. So if you got root it is pretty much the same phone .
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io53 said:
It's the same as the normal HTC One except the software, and that is already out there for us normal HTC One owners to flash. So if you got root it is pretty much the same phone .
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Yup and if you get a T-Mobile HTC One, you can fully convert it to a Google Edition, receive all the OTA updates ect. PLUS it offers support for the AWS (1700/2100) frequency band that the Google Edition is lacking. The good thing about the T-Mobile version also is it has no carrier branding on the outside so you won't be able to tell it apart from the Google Edition exterior wise either.
The real kicker is it's also cheaper than the Google Edition.
Here at XDA we applaud the ones who "took one for the team" and purchased the Google HTC One. Without them, we wouldn't have gotten the full dump to convert our devices.
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Yup and if you get a T-Mobile HTC One, you can fully convert it to a Google Edition, receive all the OTA updates ect. PLUS it offers support for the AWS (1700/2100) frequency band that the Google Edition is lacking. The good thing about the T-Mobile version also is it has no carrier branding on the outside so you won't be able to tell it apart from the Google Edition exterior wise either.
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Hi Dan37tz, I want to convert my T-Mob HTC One to a GE and have been searching everywhere for this information before I attempt the process. This is the first time I've been able to find someone saying this so explicitly. Could you please point me to another source where I can confirm this?
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Hi Dan37tz, I want to convert my T-Mob HTC One to a GE and have been searching everywhere for this information before I attempt the process. This is the first time I've been able to find someone saying this so explicitly. Could you please point me to another source where I can confirm this?
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It's very simple actually...
1. s-off
2. Convert model number to Google edition model #
3. Change cid to 1111111 or Google edition cid.
4. Flash the Google edition ruu.
Now your T-Mobile one will become a Google edition one with AWS support and T-Mobile LTE. Win
Search in the general section for how to change the model #.
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Could somebody tell me what the battery is like after converting the original over to GE?
kirdroid said:
It's very simple actually...
1. s-off
2. Convert model number to Google edition model #
3. Change cid to 1111111 or Google edition cid.
4. Flash the Google edition ruu.
Now your T-Mobile one will become a Google edition one with AWS support and T-Mobile LTE. Win
Search in the general section for how to change the model #.
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Step 2 was a scary one for me... my phone didn't react ANYTHING like the poster said it would (grey blotchy screen, nope never came up.. rebooted right back into some sort of jacked up hboot) and it wouldn't boot or anything for a few minutes, then it worked fine. Scary as hell I'd admit and I have been modifying phones for years now.
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Could somebody tell me what the battery is like after converting the original over to GE?
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Not quite as good as Sense 4.2.2 but I am not rooted yet (first time since January 2010 I haven't had a rooted phone Lol) so I am not running greenify yet.
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Could somebody tell me what the battery is like after converting the original over to GE?
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For me with the same set of apps on both I get better battery life in the Google edition.
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Can a HTC One GE be converted into Sense version with out Rooting?
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Yes. Just unlock bootloader install a recovery and flash a sense rom but make a Nandroid before you flash a new rom so you can go back to stock
Is there a list (like a google spreadsheet) of the various device MID's out there? In case someone converts to the GPE and would want to go fully back.
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Yup and if you get a T-Mobile HTC One, you can fully convert it to a Google Edition, receive all the OTA updates ect. PLUS it offers support for the AWS (1700/2100) frequency band that the Google Edition is lacking.
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Is this true of all Carriers? AT&T and the upcoming Verizon as well? Or just T-Mo?
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Is this true of all Carriers? AT&T and the upcoming Verizon as well? Or just T-Mo?
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ATT, developer edition and Google edition are essentially same phones.. They all lack the AWS band which T-Mobile model has. So the ideal HTC One is the T-Mobile one which is fully covered to the Google edition. Now you have best hardware radio capabilities with the best software
As far as upcoming Verizon, that's a turd since it's a CDMA phone which is pretty useless outside of Verizon.
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As far as upcoming Verizon, that's a turd since it's a CDMA phone which is pretty useless outside of Verizon.
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From what I understand though, they Google Edition S4 rom does work on the Verizon S4. Is it the case that the rom will most likely work but it just won't be able to receive OTA updates?
It's been discussed that the GSM HTC One and the CDMA version from Sprint have different partition maps. That, and the CDMA radio are why roms from GSM don't work on CDMA phone.
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Is this true of all Carriers? AT&T and the upcoming Verizon as well? Or just T-Mo?
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The att can be fully converted. In fact, it's MID is the same as the Google edition. You just won't have the aws bands. In fact, every gsm one can be converted.
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Wow goods into thx
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Ok so I'm with att and the past phones I've had (with exception of the htc one x for a few weeks) were samsung galaxy line...I'm really looking into getting this phone, but I'm curious just how strict att will be with it.... I read this article here http://htcsource.com/2013/02/htc-ge...source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter#prettyPhoto and it concerns me a bit....I mean if att will block users from doing simple things on this phone like this, will they block important things like unlocking the bootloader etc? I've never seen att be like that with any samsung phones I've had....if I get this phone I want to be able to customize it how I want if I choose not to use a custom rom and go stock....its been awhile since I've had an htc phone with att are they that strict? Thanks guys
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Ok so I'm with att and the past phones I've had (with exception of the htc one x for a few weeks) were samsung galaxy line...I'm really looking into getting this phone, but I'm curious just how strict att will be with it.... I read this article here http://htcsource.com/2013/02/htc-ge...source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter#prettyPhoto and it concerns me a bit....I mean if att will block users from doing simple things on this phone like this, will they block important things like unlocking the bootloader etc? I've never seen att be like that with any samsung phones I've had....if I get this phone I want to be able to customize it how I want if I choose not to use a custom rom and go stock....its been awhile since I've had an htc phone with att are they that strict? Thanks guys
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I'm also using AT&T and this is also quite concerning. It seems like they are extremely strict. I don't understand why they would block such a service? its not like it hurts them in anyway. What a stab in the back AT&T
How I hate these carriers and their stupid ****ing decisions.
If you're concerned about unlocking the bootloader, I wouldn't be. I'm sure if AT&T blocks HTC from allowing it to be unlocked through their website, someone will crack it here.
if i were you, do not purchase the att version. Bootloader will be unlocked etc. Unless the S-OFF by jcare and beaups will work, then go ahead.
But software updates will take 2-3 months after the international version gets it first. You wont get FM radio, and less bloatware.
But on the upside you will get LTE.
hello
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if i were you, do not purchase the att version. Bootloader will be unlocked etc. Unless the S-OFF by jcare and beaups will work, then go ahead.
But software updates will take 2-3 months after the international version gets it first. You wont get FM radio, and less bloatware.
But on the upside you will get LTE.
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Yea and don't forget that all the devices will be the same so you should be all good!
Exactly, root it and give at&t the middle finger
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looks like that im done with stupid at&t, they have been shoving me with high bills down my throat every month
and now this??
Yeah I thought about buying the unlocked version...cheapest I saw was 656.00 on handtech....but I'm one of those people who change phones so often that might not be the best for me to invest that much....speaking of the fm radio....don't all the models including the us versions have them? I know the us versions block the radio but I remember on the the att onex I had someone found a way to unlock the radio and I was able to use it on mine with the unlock trick....also as u said I can still lte on either one I decide correct?
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I'll be getting mine on AT&T. I bet this issue will be overcome easily with root. I will likely get mine in store on release day, and the pimary reason I will go with the AT&T version (easy in store purchase/exchange/etc).
I've got no choice. The only other option is Veri$ion and they won't get another dime of my money. They F'd me over twice at the end of contracts and hit me with massive roaming bills. 2nd time I didn't pay and had it removed from my credit after 7yrs. At$t is the only provider that has good coverage.
We'll get root and all will be good.
I've had similar concerns, but I think we'll see strong dev support for the One and having only one hardware variant (from a processor perspective) will help as well. It should make it easier for devs to support their roms across all the different carriers.
I would not pre-order anything from ATT -- not before seeing where and how big they make their tramp-stamp. Same for Verizon.
Verizon isn't getting the One.
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....speaking of the fm radio....don't all the models including the us versions have them? I know the us versions block the radio but I remember on the the att onex I had someone found a way to unlock the radio and I was able to use it on mine with the unlock trick....
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Why on earth would a carrier block the ability to use FM radio? How is that advantageous to anybody?
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Why on earth would a carrier block the ability to use FM radio? How is that advantageous to anybody?
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I thought it was the FCC that blocks them on usa phones no? Lol I could be very wrong...
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T-mobile uasally doesnt block fm radio instead they advertise it as a feature.
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T-mobile uasally doesnt block fm radio instead they advertise it as a feature.
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Att did on my one x....but there was a hack I was able to do to unlock it...
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So speaking of the unlocked euro version....can I use it and still get att lte? I'm prob mistaken but it looks like the bands support it
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So speaking of the unlocked euro version....can I use it and still get att lte? I'm prob mistaken but it looks like the bands support it
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I may be wrong, but I don't think anyone has manged to manipulate the LTE radio bands like that yet. In fact, I haven't seen an unlocked one with LTE radios so far either. It would be great if it could be done thought. That'd give AT&T, T-Mobile, and the rest a headache and us a way to work around them!
To good to be true??? Especially in the US!
"All in all, the HTC One is definitely heading towards its release date at a fast pace, and we’re nothing but happy about it. It seems that this year, HTC is going to deliver its flagship device in a different manner (read: no carrier customizations), and that might just be what the company needs in order to gain some ground." http://www.gforgames.com/gadgets/htc-one-sprint-release-date-closer-31609/
I wish thats the case. I hate these carriers logos and addons! I hopr this phone is carrier crap free lol...either way..im getting one.
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Would be totally awesome !! :fingers-crossed:
You can bet it will have plenty of bloat. I think they are just saying carriers won't be modifying the design, adding or subtracting physical features. I'd be pleasantly surprised if the was no crapware on them though!
no cids would be even better
Should help updates get pushed out quicker if it's not full of network crap.
I am not holding my breath, but would be awesome if it didn't have any.
Sent from a galaxy far away!
It'll have bloat, just maybe not as much as past devices.
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Does anyone know how this is with phones bought on Amazon?
Here in Germany the carriers Vodafone and O2 will sell the HTC One. I guess those will have some branding. But I have no idea what Amazon is selling, especially here in Germany. I'd love if it was the unlocked EU-version of the One without any branding.
Not going to happen. They've already made hardware specific to each of the US carriers just to keep them happy (only needed a regular 3g/4g version and AWS version for T-Mob.) If they are happy to customise hardware, I'd put money on them customising software (as far as branding/carrier apps etc).
M.
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Not going to happen. They've already made hardware specific to each of the US carriers just to keep them happy (only needed a regular 3g/4g version and AWS version for T-Mob.) If they are happy to customise hardware, I'd put money on them customising software (as far as branding/carrier apps etc).
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You have to make specific versions compatible with specific carriers. That's not htc giving in. Even Apple has to make specific devices as per carrier technology they use. No branding on an iPhone. HTC could do the same...
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You have to make specific versions compatible with specific carriers. That's not htc giving in. Even Apple has to make specific devices as per carrier technology they use. No branding on an iPhone. HTC could do the same...
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Yes and no. For carriers like Verizon/Sprint you need to as they run a distinctly different networks, however looking at the released HTC One units you can see that the T-Mo version is just a band-crippled version of the AT&T handset (unless i'm totally missing something?!).
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Yes and no. For carriers like Verizon/Sprint you need to as they run a distinctly different networks, however looking at the released HTC One units you can see that the T-Mo version is just a band-crippled version of the AT&T handset (unless i'm totally missing something?!).
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You could be right. But regardless there is a need to make different versions.
From the press shots on att site doesn't look like any att logo on the device body. Bloatware can be controlled to my satisfaction since ICS and disabling apps.
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You could be right. But regardless there is a need to make different versions.
From the press shots on att site doesn't look like any att logo on the device body. Bloatware can be controlled to my satisfaction since ICS and disabling apps.
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Ah yeah, I wouldn't expect physical branding on phones... they are still trying to run with a "one phone everywhere" kind of thing, despite the fact they aren't all actually exactly the same. But yeah... software. And also watch bootloader unlock options on the US carrier versions.
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So on the Note 2 (I317/I317M variant), the techies have been able to modify the modem file (through the Qualcomm software) to enable AWS HSPA and DC-HSPA. You think we will be able to do the same here with the HTC One ATT / Canadian units?
good question on htc one forums
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good question on htc one forums
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Yup -- definitely a great question!
It be awesome if at&t ,tmobile and Canadian versions have aws bands already enabled...
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It be awesome if at&t ,tmobile and Canadian versions have aws bands already enabled...
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From what I read, there will be two variants per usual...but what I find interesting is the T-Mobile variant WILL support all HSPA bands + ATT (or Bell / Rogers in Canada) LTE meaning the T-Mobile variant (bloatware aside, and physical carrier branding on unit) would be the preferred model.
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From what I read, there will be two variants per usual...but what I find interesting is the T-Mobile variant WILL support all HSPA bands + ATT (or Bell / Rogers in Canada) LTE meaning the T-Mobile variant (bloatware aside, and physical carrier branding on unit) would be the preferred model.
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Guess we will have to import it from usa to use on Wind mobile...shame
Too bad the T-Mo units have so much branding.
Now that the phone has launched, maybe someone will figure out a way to work the Qualcomm firmware to unlock the HSPA AWS bands.
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Too bad the T-Mo units have so much branding.
Now that the phone has launched, maybe someone will figure out a way to work the Qualcomm firmware to unlock the HSPA AWS bands.
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With all the devs around here, the bands and s-off will probably come quick.
Has anyone figured this out yet using the QPST method in the Qualcomm software like we do with Samsung?
I was going to start looking into this. But someone has an S-OFF for the One coming soon?
If so might as well just flash the t-mobile radio then.
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Too bad the T-Mo units have so much branding.
Now that the phone has launched, maybe someone will figure out a way to work the Qualcomm firmware to unlock the HSPA AWS bands.
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Uh... What branding? They dont have a logo in the back.
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I was going to start looking into this. But someone has an S-OFF for the One coming soon?
If so might as well just flash the t-mobile radio then.
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It's deeper than the radio file (at least on Samsung).
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Uh... What branding? They dont have a logo in the back.
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Really? That's a first...
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Really? That's a first...
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Uh huh... Mine has nothing on it saying it's from T-Mobile. Only AT&T ruined this phone with a carrier logo.
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Uh huh... Mine has nothing on it saying it's from T-Mobile. Only AT&T ruined this phone with a carrier logo.
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Thanks for confirming this!
No problem! I was pleasantly suprised when I got the phone. It does have a "beats audio" logo painted on the back, not sure if you care about that. It can be easily removed with nailpolish remover.
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No problem! I was pleasantly suprised when I got the phone. It does have a "beats audio" logo painted on the back, not sure if you care about that. It can be easily removed with nailpolish remover.
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You "paid" for that Beats logo ... Why remove it? I would definitely use a nail polish and remove the stupid AT&T logo though. My T-Mobile One is clean without a carrier mark, the way nature intended
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You "paid" for that Beats logo ... Why remove it? I would definitely use a nail polish and remove the stupid AT&T logo though. My T-Mobile One is clean without a carrier mark, the way nature intended
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AT&T logo is etched into the back. No removing it.
Is it true that the T-Mo One supports AT&T 3g and LTE freq?
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AT&T logo is etched into the back. No removing it.
Is it true that the T-Mo One supports AT&T 3g and LTE freq?
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Yes - this is why their version would be desirable.
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No problem! I was pleasantly suprised when I got the phone. It does have a "beats audio" logo painted on the back, not sure if you care about that. It can be easily removed with nailpolish remover.
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I only asked because the T-Mobile website shows a logo on the back of the handset.
I don't mind the beats logo though!
I tried searching everywhere, but all that are being sold are from contract carriers like AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile. Also, all search results that appear on Google are from the UK, not the USA.
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I tried searching everywhere, but all that are being sold are from contract carriers like AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile. Also, all search results that appear on Google are from the UK, not the USA.
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+1. I want an unlocked 32GB fully compatible with AT&T
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I've seen some on ebay. What I'd like is a model matrix so I know them apart.
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I've seen some on ebay. What I'd like is a model matrix so I know them apart.
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Same here. I'm planning to get an unlocked version the moment they hit NY but I want to make sure it's fully compatible with AT&T LTE.
If someone has more info please post. Thanks
http://sam.factoryoutletstore.com/
I called customer service there and they said their devices are fully compatible with ATT and that includes LTE - unlocked phones can be bought right now for $799 - a bit more than you will pay if you wait for the official release. The only problem I see is that they don't tell you what model number beyond it being the SM G900 - They don't give the letter after the G900 -- and as we don't know how cross compatible the devices are going to be you run a big risk of buying a phone that won't have much dev support -
That is my take on it anyway - when I called and asked they said you could buy now and they ship immediately.
Good Luck -
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http://sam.factoryoutletstore.com/
I called customer service there and they said their devices are fully compatible with ATT and that includes LTE - unlocked phones can be bought right now for $799 - a bit more than you will pay if you wait for the official release. The only problem I see is that they don't tell you what model number beyond it being the SM G900 - They don't give the letter after the G900 -- and as we don't know how cross compatible the devices are going to be you run a big risk of buying a phone that won't have much dev support -
That is my take on it anyway - when I called and asked they said you could buy now and they ship immediately.
Good Luck -
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Honest question: What makes this better than this at $680?
Also, dev support? The intl version will have plenty of that...
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Honest question: What makes this better than this at $680?
Also, dev support? The intl version will have plenty of that...
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I never said it was better - but the difference between the two - is the link you sent is pre-order - shipping on April 11th - the link I sent - they say they have the phones in stock now and they will ship immediately. So I guess for anyone who doesn't want to wait - they can - but they will have to pay more. And like I said, they don't give the model numbers - might be 900f I really don't know
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I never said it was better - but the difference between the two - is the link you sent is pre-order - shipping on April 11th - the link I sent - they say they have the phones in stock now and they will ship immediately. So I guess for anyone who doesn't want to wait - they can - but they will have to pay more. And like I said, they don't give the model numbers - might be 900f I really don't know
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Anyone know where to get a 32GB unlocked version? (of course, not on ebay for ~$1100...)
Thanks!
Carlos
The international model WILL NOT get AT&T LTE. it's missing bands 2, 4, and 17. You will only get 3G (HSPA+)
MattMJB0188 said:
The international model WILL NOT get AT&T LTE. it's missing bands 2, 4, and 17. You will only get 3G (HSPA+)
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So does that mean that our only hope for an LTE compatible S5 is the AT&T version? I thought for previous galaxy models people were able to import unlocked models that were compatible with AT&T LTE. Has that changed?
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So does that mean that our only hope for an LTE compatible S5 is the AT&T version? I thought for previous galaxy models people were able to import unlocked models that were compatible with AT&T LTE. Has that changed?
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I believe the T-Mobile version can get LTE if Sim unlocked.
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I believe the T-Mobile version can get LTE if Sim unlocked.
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Got it. But then it comes with T-Mo bloatware and my goal is to order a model with no carrier bloat. Ideally a Samsung-original LTE compatible version would be perfect but not sure if it exists.
Get the Vodafone one! I read it's compatible with AT&T, has little to no bloat, and can be unlocked from Vodafone's site. I still don't get why Samsung won't just give us an unlocked phone for the US though...
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Google Play edition smartphones and tablets are carrier unlocked and unbranded. So, wait for S5 Google edition.
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Google Play edition smartphones and tablets are carrier unlocked and unbranded. So, wait for S5 Google edition.
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+1
I have no desire to wait for an unknown amount of time until its release though.
Rumor is it'll be on the play store when the phone is released on the 11th.
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I have the Developer Edition with my carrier AT&T.My previous phone was the HCT One M7 Developer Edition
also and everything was perfect on ATT.
The GOOD:
1 - Excellent LTE reception and speed - Blows away the M7 in same house.
The BAD or Problems:
1 - I have Visual Voice mail provisioned and worked great on the M7, went to Google Store
to d/l and it says this version is NOT compatible with your phone and will not let me install.
2 - I have an ISIS nano sim card.. Went to the Google Store
to d/l and it says this version is NOT compatible with your phone and will not let me install.
All other apps work wine. Any others with this problem? I was on the phone with the
Techs from ATT and have a ticket open to resolve these problems.
Everything else about this phone is phenomenal. Waiting on the update to get the Extreme power
mode option.
CC
Hopefully you find a work around with those issues with ATT. Out of curiousity, I'm debating on picking up the dev or the ATT edition on the phone. But other than being unlocked and having a unlocked bootloader is there any other advantages in having a DEV compared to the ATT version? I mean wouldn't it be the same if I picked up a ATT version of the phone and unlocked it, unlocked the bootloader, and S-OFF? Sorry for the newbie question it's just the first time I'm looking into picking up a DEV version and I want to make sure I'm making the right choice. Thanks!!
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Hopefully you find a work around with those issues with ATT. Out of curiousity, I'm debating on picking up the dev or the ATT edition on the phone. But other than being unlocked and having a unlocked bootloader is there any other advantages in having a DEV compared to the ATT version? I mean wouldn't it be the same if I picked up a ATT version of the phone and unlocked it, unlocked the bootloader, and S-OFF? Sorry for the newbie question it's just the first time I'm looking into picking up a DEV version and I want to make sure I'm making the right choice. Thanks!!
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You will get updates to your phone directly from HTC vs. the AT&T version they sell which updates must go through their slow verification process.
Edit: the developer edition comes with the booterloader unlocked from factory (no need to unlock it!).
cc999 said:
I have the Developer Edition with my carrier AT&T.My previous phone was the HCT One M7 Developer Edition
also and everything was perfect on ATT.
The GOOD:
1 - Excellent LTE reception and speed - Blows away the M7 in same house.
The BAD or Problems:
1 - I have Visual Voice mail provisioned and worked great on the M7, went to Google Store
to d/l and it says this version is NOT compatible with your phone and will not let me install.
2 - I have an ISIS nano sim card.. Went to the Google Store
to d/l and it says this version is NOT compatible with your phone and will not let me install.
All other apps work wine. Any others with this problem? I was on the phone with the
Techs from ATT and have a ticket open to resolve these problems.
Everything else about this phone is phenomenal. Waiting on the update to get the Extreme power
mode option.
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Hey cc999, I have a developer edition and I can't download the applications either (thankfully I don't use either!) Could you pull the APKs off of your M7 and try installing them on your M8?
Found working VVM
Not taking credit, found this on the ATT forum. This is the lastest VVM apk.
Just installed it and it works perfectly.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2675279&d=1396973032
Now all we need is ATT ISIS Wallet APK. Anyone?
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Ive been using YouMail visual voicemail. Is the Att one better?
ATT Phone App apk
I wonder if it would be possible to load the Att phone app apk onto the developer edition to utilize the voicemail integration?
I had the att version before I returned it for the dev. Google voice is so much better. The att visual vm lagged. I would like the isis APK.
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luckydwg said:
I had the att version before I returned it for the dev. Google voice is so much better. The att visual vm lagged. I would like the isis APK.
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Searching for the ISIS.APK so far no luck
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Just to confirm, there are no issues with LTE with the developer version (on AT&T)? Specifically in NY / NJ area if anyone has it here.
And the other thing, how is the warranty process through HTC? I know for ATT branded phones, you can go to one of their service centers and get it exchanged right away.
The warranty process is why I might get the ATT version instead.
Edit: I'm checking the specs on the HTC website. But what model is the developer edition listed as? Would it be "TMUS?" If so, it's missing bands compared to AT&T version.
I have had the Dev Edition on AT&T since Monday everything is fine. Actually have really good signal. I would say a hair better than M7. Radio switches smoother than ever freaking love this damn phone
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is350 said:
Just to confirm, there are no issues with LTE with the developer version (on AT&T)? Specifically in NY / NJ area if anyone has it here.
And the other thing, how is the warranty process through HTC? I know for ATT branded phones, you can go to one of their service centers and get it exchanged right away.
The warranty process is why I might get the ATT version instead.
Edit: I'm checking the specs on the HTC website. But what model is the developer edition listed as? Would it be "TMUS?" If so, it's missing bands compared to AT&T version.
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Using the developer edition on AT&T. No LTE issues, although my area is just on the boarder of the nearest LTE market so I'm not on it a lot.
Also, The "TMUS" is referring to the soon-to-be released T-Mobile edition.