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Yesterday I tried to switch to iWireless (a Tmobile Affiliate in Iowa) and to my surprise I was getting Edge connection from them on my unlocked ATT Galaxy S4!
I was aware about ATT iPhone working on edge speed if we use under tmobile but samsung too?
I tried the free method available on this forum to unlock the phone. Should I request a full unlock from ATT or this is (edge speed on iWireless-Tmobile) what I should be expecting even though I get full unlock from ATT (if the method I used is not unlocking the phone fully).
raone26 said:
Yesterday I tried to switch to iWireless (a Tmobile Affiliate in Iowa) and to my surprise I was getting Edge connection from them on my unlocked ATT Galaxy S4!
I was aware about ATT iPhone working on edge speed if we use under tmobile but samsung too?
I tried the free method available on this forum to unlock the phone. Should I request a full unlock from ATT or this is (edge speed on iWireless-Tmobile) what I should be expecting even though I get full unlock from ATT (if the method I used is not unlocking the phone fully).
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Are you sure you have 4g in your area? I have same setup and certain places even blocks difference only gets hspa.
Airtioteclint said:
Are you sure you have 4g in your area? I have same setup and certain places even blocks difference only gets hspa.
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Yes, I tried that sim card on my tmobile galaxy s3 and it was showing 4g (~4-5 Mbps speed)..
raone26 said:
Yes, I tried that sim card on my tmobile galaxy s3 and it was showing 4g (~4-5 Mbps speed)..
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Unfortunately, for 4G, iWireless uses the AWS Spectrum (1700/2100) which the Galaxy S4 doesn't support. Even the T-Mobile version doesn't due to the switch to the 1900 frequency.
Next time if you want 4G on your phone, look at the Tech Specs and make sure under UMTS it says 1700/2100. If you want 4G, your phone HAS to support that frequency.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41738642
Try this
electro` said:
Unfortunately, for 4G, iWireless uses the AWS Spectrum (1700/2100) which the Galaxy S4 doesn't support. Even the T-Mobile version doesn't due to the switch to the 1900 frequency.
Next time if you want 4G on your phone, look at the Tech Specs and make sure under UMTS it says 1700/2100. If you want 4G, your phone HAS to support that frequency.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41738642
So I guess what jd1639 suggested in above lunk will not work based on what you are saying? Because if the hardware doesn't support then unabaling it wont work.
Any comments please.
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raone26 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41738642
So I guess what jd1639 suggested in above lunk will not work based on what you are saying? Because if the hardware doesn't support then unabaling it wont work.
Any comments please.
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I don't know, I haven't seen that. I guess you can try it at your own risk.
I have iWireless, and just wondering what your location is. ;P
Unless tmobile has re done the towers in ur area ull have to unlock the the baseband im assuming u only get edge
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electro` said:
Unfortunately, for 4G, iWireless uses the AWS Spectrum (1700/2100) which the Galaxy S4 doesn't support. Even the T-Mobile version doesn't due to the switch to the 1900 frequency.
Next time if you want 4G on your phone, look at the Tech Specs and make sure under UMTS it says 1700/2100. If you want 4G, your phone HAS to support that frequency.
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If I'm not mistaken the MF3 update unlocks that freq. I'm pretty sure I saw in some release notes on either the MF3 or the one before that unlocked that.
agent929 said:
If I'm not mistaken the MF3 update unlocks that freq. I'm pretty sure I saw in some release notes on either the MF3 or the one before that unlocked that.
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I have no idea, I don't have a GS4. I have a Galaxy Nexus.
Already.... This is resolved!!!
I tried unlocking all bands based on the link above and it was smooth. Bought new prepaid sim card from iWireless. And woila a nice 4G sign on status bar and the speed justified the sign
Thanks too all who took time reply. I really appreciate it!!
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raone26 said:
Already.... This is resolved!!!
I tried unlocking all bands based on the link above and it was smooth. Bought new prepaid sim card from iWireless. And woila a nice 4G sign on status bar and the speed justified the sign
Thanks too all who took time reply. I really appreciate it!!
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Great! Enjoy your phone!
Anyone else intrigued by the LG G2 South Korean variant?
Anyone have any specsheet or detailed base band info for the models?
I'd love to order one into Canada and use it on Wind Mobile (AWS carrier kinda like T Mobile in the States).
There have to be some more people considering the same?
I've seen conflicting details regarding what the model numbers for the South Korean variants are. Anyone else have any info?
For e.g. I've seen LG F320S and LG F320K and LG F320L
Do all of these come with the microSD slot and removable battery?
I guess more importantly: Which one these is compatible with the North American AWS bands?
Would appreciate any deets anyone could provide.
Thanks.
fahad233 said:
Anyone else intrigued by the LG G2 South Korean variant?
Anyone have any specsheet or detailed base band info for the models?
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Check the LG page, it has all the frequencies. It looks like I should be alright with Fido/Rogers. I don't think it has the US LTE bands apparently, just 4g?
I've seen conflicting details regarding what the model numbers for the South Korean variants are. Anyone else have any info?
For e.g. I've seen LG F320S and LG F320K and LG F320L
Do all of these come with the microSD slot and removable battery?
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I think they all have that, also I saw a TV antenna on a youtube review!
cashshadow said:
Check the LG page, it has all the frequencies. It looks like I should be alright with Fido/Rogers. I don't think it has the US LTE bands apparently, just 4g?
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Wind here doesn't have 4G or LTE yet anyways so that's not a concern.
Which LG page do you speak of?
I tried to navigate to their Korean page but it was only offered in Korean and not in English.
fahad233 said:
Wind here doesn't have 4G or LTE yet anyways so that's not a concern.
Which LG page do you speak of?
I tried to navigate to their Korean page but it was only offered in Korean and not in English.
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I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
Check negrielectronics, they are selling the SK version, you should be able to get your specs there.
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I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
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What carrier are you using it with?
Could you comment on battery life that you've experience compared to the reviews of the 3000mah battery?
so what do you use it on ATT or Tomobile
Zentac said:
I got myself the F320L, it is the U+ (LG's network in Korea) variant.
(4G and LTE are the same thing outside the US)
try using google translate plugin, or chrome, to translate the site.
I do remember a page with all of them listed, but can't find it right now... I'll update the post if/when I find it
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So you use it on ATT USA?
No no, sorry for the late reply, different time zone. I'm using it on t mobile here in Holland.
I'm not allowed to post links yet but if you do a Google search on f320l bands, you will get some results.
I don't have specific battery details yet, battery monitor widget get confused by me swapping out the two batteries
It comes with two batteries and a charger/stand.
I never paid much attention to people complaining about non-swappable batteries, but I haven't had it hooked up to a charger ever since getting it last Saturday. I did swap out the batteries a few times, but hardly every day.
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I got mine too,Sk telecom variant F320S.About LTE now you can change the LTE bands from the servise menu,i already put mine on auto.It has 4 different bands there to choose,850 1800 2100 and 2600 (Channels 5,3,1,7) and auto,same goes for the other bands also.Not sure if other variants have more or no.
woof123 said:
I got mine too,Sk telecom variant F320S.About LTE now you can change the LTE bands from the servise menu,i already put mine on auto.It has 4 different bands there to choose,850 1800 2100 and 2600 (Channels 5,3,1,7) and auto,same goes for the other bands also.Not sure if other variants have more or no.
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Question for you: if you pop off the back. Does it state f320s or f320l/s?
Mine actually states f320l/s, and although it is supposed to be the u+ version, which is a wdcma phone, I'm doing fine on hspa+
Looks to me like it's the same phone with different carrier branding
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Anyone using the SK variant in NA?
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
hi guys i just got my g2 from korea,works just fine in all networks 4g and lte but here is my problem..i cannot do a hard reset on it using the hard keys,and i can only acces into it as guest.
I tried the combination of volume down + power key,it just doesnt work,no reboot screen or anything.
Any ideas?
thanks for the help in advance
Zentac said:
Question for you: if you pop off the back. Does it state f320s or f320l/s?
Mine actually states f320l/s, and although it is supposed to be the u+ version, which is a wdcma phone, I'm doing fine on hspa+
Looks to me like it's the same phone with different carrier branding
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F320L/S and i have flashed it with the beta K model firmware now,and also works like a charm.
fahad233 said:
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
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My F320S doesnt and im sure the L model doesnt too,since its practicaly the same.Only if you are lucky and the K one has it...
I'm going to buy G2 but not sure if I should buy an International version one or Korean? I would love to have the ability to change battery and sd card but I'm afraid the developer support might not be good with the Korean version? Can it flash international rom?
I am using the korean variant ,well just because of the micro sd and removable battery. Rooting is easy and you just have to wait for custom rom to arrive.
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fahad233 said:
So just went on the negri electronics website and compared the various models.
Seems like none of the South Korean variants would work on T-Mobile USA/Wind Mobile Canada(AWS).
They don't have the 1700 frequency listed in their 3G band.
Can someone validate that this is indeed correct?
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I cannot, but I can say that it works for 3g on Fido, at the very least. It is possible that I need an 'LTE sim card' to get LTE speeds, this is my next step. For now, 3g for the F320S works for Fido.
Also, the antenna captures nothing, but once you pull it out, it looks like a phone from the 80s, so yeah, its awesome.
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I cannot, but I can say that it works for 3g on Fido, at the very least. It is possible that I need an 'LTE sim card' to get LTE speeds, this is my next step. For now, 3g for the F320S works for Fido.
Also, the antenna captures nothing, but once you pull it out, it looks like a phone from the 80s, so yeah, its awesome.
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Haha well said, it indeed does look that way!
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Zentac said:
Haha well said, it indeed does look that way!
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So what is the benefit of the South Korean model? I see you get two batteries, but at 2600mAh vs the one battery at 3100mAh, you get the micro SD slot, and the removable back cover. What other benefits would I get if I traded my US AT&T LG G2 model for the SK one?
I am a noob at this so I am just trying to make an informed decision as to whether to keep this one or look at a different different one (European vs Asian vs American, etc...).
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So what is the benefit of the South Korean model? I see you get two batteries, but at 2600mAh vs the one battery at 3100mAh, you get the micro SD slot, and the removable back cover. What other benefits would I get if I traded my US AT&T LG G2 model for the SK one?
I am a noob at this so I am just trying to make an informed decision as to whether to keep this one or look at a different different one (European vs Asian vs American, etc...).
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none other than that.
I got mine as I just couldn't wait for the European release. And I have to say the swappable batteries are a treat... especially as you get an external charger with it. So he always swap in a full battery. Gets you technically 5200mAh
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But to be honest, unless you are craving the external sd capability, I would say; enjoy your US g2
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I don't know much about the carrier frequencies but am curious to know if the LG G2 (model: LG-D801) support LTE on the Telus Mobility network if I ROOT the device and install a custom ROM?
Can someone point me to a good how-to guide on ROOTING the LG G2? Does this device have a recovery program like TWRP? I've found some links but just do not wish to damage my phone. Unlike the Note 3, are there issues with hard bricking the device should I accidentally install the wrong ROM?
Thanks!
The LG-D801 is a pentaband phone.
All you need to do is unlock the device, you can get the code online for approximately 8 USD.
After you use that code, put in your Telus SIM and you may need to input the APN settings and you should be set. If you dont know the APN settings, go on Google and search for "Telus LTE APN settings" you should find it.
Vortex1212 said:
The LG-D801 is a pentaband phone.
All you need to do is unlock the device, you can get the code online for approximately 8 USD.
After you use that code, put in your Telus SIM and you may need to input the APN settings and you should be set. If you dont know the APN settings, go on Google and search for "Telus LTE APN settings" you should find it.
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So this device once unlocked will support LTE out of the box? No need to ROOT and install a custom modem like the Samsung devices?
cellrama said:
So this device once unlocked will support LTE out of the box? No need to ROOT and install a custom modem like the Samsung devices?
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Yes. I have Wind LG G2 using with Fido LTE and no root. You wouldnt be able to root this phone even if you wanted since I dont think there is a root out.
But if you do find a root let me know. I am dying to root this phone
Vortex1212 said:
Yes. I have Wind LG G2 using with Fido LTE and no root. You wouldnt be able to root this phone even if you wanted since I dont think there is a root out.
But if you do find a root let me know. I am dying to root this phone
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Thanks! That's great to know as I thought I would need to root the device to enable the LTE modem. I know with Samsung devices you would need to root for access to the LTE modem which has been crippled on WIND devices. You can just flash the modem but whenever an OTA update occurs, you lose the flash.
Thanks again! I'll unlock my device and if required, enter the Telus APN settings and I'll be all up and running. Have a good night!
cellrama said:
Thanks! That's great to know as I thought I would need to root the device to enable the LTE modem. I know with Samsung devices you would need to root for access to the LTE modem which has been crippled on WIND devices. You can just flash the modem but whenever an OTA update occurs, you lose the flash.
Thanks again! I'll unlock my device and if required, enter the Telus APN settings and I'll be all up and running. Have a good night!
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No Problem
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No Problem
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Just curious... What service did you use for unlocking? I usually use cellunlocker.net and notice they unlock for $7.99 US for the LG brand. Downside is I only see the D800 listed and my device is the D801. I thought about selecting the D800 model as I do not think it would make a difference but do not wish to run into a problem. Thanks!
cellrama said:
Just curious... What service did you use for unlocking? I usually use cellunlocker.net and notice they unlock for $7.99 US for the LG brand. Downside is I only see the D800 listed and my device is the D801. I thought about selecting the D800 model as I do not think it would make a difference but do not wish to run into a problem. Thanks!
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I used the same service, but they did have the Wind Mobile.. and I chose G2 in the model section a little further down the list.
Vortex1212 said:
I used the same service, but they did have the Wind Mobile.. and I chose G2 in the model section a little further down the list.
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Just curious, is it D803 like the rest of the Canadian G2s?
Very, very tempted to give the Canadian G2 a shot but after Rogers (with the cheapest price atm) told me I had to stay on their network for 3 months in order to unlock, I was instantly outta there.
cellrama said:
Just curious... What service did you use for unlocking? I usually use cellunlocker.net and notice they unlock for $7.99 US for the LG brand. Downside is I only see the D800 listed and my device is the D801. I thought about selecting the D800 model as I do not think it would make a difference but do not wish to run into a problem. Thanks!
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D801...so you bought from Tmo? Did they not unlock it? D800 is ATT.
droid_<3er said:
Just curious, is it D803 like the rest of the Canadian G2s?
Very, very tempted to give the Canadian G2 a shot but after Rogers (with the cheapest price atm) told me I had to stay on their network for 3 months in order to unlock, I was instantly outta there.
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No there are 2 canadian g2.. one is tue d802 for bell telus and rogers and the second is d801 which is for wind mobile...
Although the wind mobile d801 is the same model as t-mobile, doesnt seem like the t-mobile root works on this so im going to guess this is slightly different
@Vortex1212 - You said you had the WIND Mobile version? This would be model: LG-D801 and I can confirm once I have unlocked this, I get a MAX speed of 4G. If I go into my Network Mode settings, the only option is GSM/WCDMA (auto connect) so the other option for the modem: LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto connect) is definitely crippled. I have modified the APN settings to reflect the correct settings for Telus LTE. On your device, if you go into your "About Phone" menu, what is your model number? I'm thinking maybe the WIND Mobile store received a TMOBILE variant which would explain the lack of LTE.
@droid_<3er - I bought from WIND Mobile but both WIND and T-MOBILE use the same frequencies so if unlocked, their devices will work interchangeably. As for the difference in models, I'm unsure as I just purchased this device this morning.
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@Vortex1212 - You said you had the WIND Mobile version? This would be model: LG-D801 and I can confirm once I have unlocked this, I get a MAX speed of 4G. If I go into my Network Mode settings, the only option is GSM/WCDMA (auto connect) so the other option for the modem: LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto connect) is definitely crippled. I have modified the APN settings to reflect the correct settings for Telus LTE. On your device, if you go into your "About Phone" menu, what is your model number? I'm thinking maybe the WIND Mobile store received a TMOBILE variant which would explain the lack of LTE.
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Yeah I have the wind mobile version from what I remember. And it has to be wind mobile or I wouldnt have been able to unlock my phone using the wind key. the phone has chosen LTE/WCDMA/GSM for me, but just did a speed test and got only 13Mbps, so I guess its not LTE.
now im hoping they come up with a root soon for wind mobile g2
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Yeah I have the wind mobile version from what I remember. And it has to be wind mobile or I wouldnt have been able to unlock my phone using the wind key. the phone has chosen LTE/WCDMA/GSM for me, but just did a speed test and got only 13Mbps, so I guess its not LTE.
now im hoping they come up with a root soon for wind mobile g2
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Well... To determine if you have true LTE, the modem would need to be enabled. It's still possible our carriers being non-wind may be throttling our speeds but if you go into the following menu: Settings | Network (upper left tab at top of screen) | Tethering & networks | Mobile Networks then Network mode, how many modems do you see? If 3, it's most likely GSM/WCDMA (auto-connect), WCDMA (only) and GSM (only). This means the fastest speed the device will produce is 4G (step below LTE). If you have a 4th modem: LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto-connect), your LTE modem is enabled but very possible is being throttled.
Please let me know as I'm curious on this. Thank you!
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Well... To determine if you have true LTE, the modem would need to be enabled. It's still possible our carriers being non-wind may be throttling our speeds but if you go into the following menu: Settings | Network (upper left tab at top of screen) | Tethering & networks | Mobile Networks then Network mode, how many modems do you see? If 3, it's most likely GSM/WCDMA (auto-connect), WCDMA (only) and GSM (only). This means the fastest speed the device will produce is 4G (step below LTE). If you have a 4th modem: LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto-connect), your LTE modem is enabled but very possible is being throttled.
Please let me know as I'm curious on this. Thank you!
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I see your point. On my G2 the GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto mode is available and I have it selected, but I do notice that I rarely get 5 bars in the notifications. So although it is connected I think it might be throttled.
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I see your point. On my G2 the GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto mode is available and I have it selected, but I do notice that I rarely get 5 bars in the notifications. So although it is connected I think it might be throttled.
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This is strange how we both have the same model yet your device has the GSM/WCDMA/LTE modem reflected in your settings. Do you have 3 or 4 modems listed? I only have 3 with the top being: GSM/WCDMA. Thanks!
Also, if you go into your "About Phone" menu, what is your model number. Curious if you maybe have the LG-D802 which has LTE uncrippled. Guess it depends on the batch of devices the WIND store received. Thanks again!
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This is strange how we both have the same model yet your device has the GSM/WCDMA/LTE modem reflected in your settings. Do you have 3 or 4 modems listed? I only have 3 with the top being: GSM/WCDMA. Thanks!
Also, if you go into your "About Phone" menu, what is your model number. Curious if you maybe have the LG-D802 which has LTE uncrippled. Guess it depends on the batch of devices the WIND store received. Thanks again!
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I have 4 models listed
It says LG-D801.
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I have 4 models listed
It says LG-D801.
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Thank you for the response. Very odd! When I purchased my Note 3, I had the same issue where another WIND user had LTE out of the box after unlocking whereas myself, I had to root, and update the software with the Telus model of SM-N900W8 software. Strange but onto the next venture of trying to figure out how to ROOT, Install RECOVERY and FLASH to puppy so it works to it's full capacity on Telus.
Have a good one!
cellrama said:
Thank you for the response. Very odd! When I purchased my Note 3, I had the same issue where another WIND user had LTE out of the box after unlocking whereas myself, I had to root, and update the software with the Telus model of SM-N900W8 software. Strange but onto the next venture of trying to figure out how to ROOT, Install RECOVERY and FLASH to puppy so it works to it's full capacity on Telus.
Have a good one!
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Perhaps it has to do with the method of unlocking?
How did each of you unlock it?
I'm thinking of unlocking my phone which I bought from Wind Mobile. Since both of you have the same model and both unlocked from the same service, I think maybe the method of unlocking might have different results.
If it's not the unlocking method, I guess there are variants even within the same models!
Also, cellrama, please let me know if you did get LTE onto your phone!
Omnigaia said:
Perhaps it has to do with the method of unlocking?
How did each of you unlock it?
I'm thinking of unlocking my phone which I bought from Wind Mobile. Since both of you have the same model and both unlocked from the same service, I think maybe the method of unlocking might have different results.
If it's not the unlocking method, I guess there are variants even within the same models!
Also, cellrama, please let me know if you did get LTE onto your phone!
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I'm leaning more towards different variants. As I understand, the D801 (WIND variant) and D803 (Telus/Bell/Rogers variant) have the same specs. I have all the required programs to flash the Telus ROM onto the WIND variant but just doing a bit more research to ensure I do no brick the device. I'll keep you posted as to my results. Thanks!
cellrama said:
Thank you for the response. Very odd! When I purchased my Note 3, I had the same issue where another WIND user had LTE out of the box after unlocking whereas myself, I had to root, and update the software with the Telus model of SM-N900W8 software. Strange but onto the next venture of trying to figure out how to ROOT, Install RECOVERY and FLASH to puppy so it works to it's full capacity on Telus.
Have a good one!
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Yeah do let me know if you find a way to ROOT this device. I have been researching all day but have not come across anything, but then again all I have been searching for is LG G2 wind mobile root.
As for the reason why I have LTE option enabled, it may just vary from device to device, or I may have gotten lucky and got one of the few they forgot to disable the LTE feature.
Hey Guys,
I got a Verizon model that I've been using on T-mobile. I've been very happy with it so far but I'm wondering, since it is rootable, can we somehow someday unlock the t-mobile 4g lte bands ? I believe its the same phone on each network... just software locked. Cant really find anything online about it but i think it may be possible.
Hope the experts weigh in on this
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Xplic1T said:
Hey Guys,
I got a Verizon model that I've been using on T-mobile. I've been very happy with it so far but I'm wondering, since it is rootable, can we somehow someday unlock the t-mobile 4g lte bands ? I believe its the same phone on each network... just software locked. Cant really find anything online about it but i think it may be possible.
Hope the experts weigh in on this
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So you had Verizon sim unlock it? I'm assuming so otherwise I don't think it would work but you say its working with the exception of LTE? I'm unfamiliar with T-Mobile bands but I think the Verizon G2 has them all. Is there a difference in the plan to include their LTE? You're certain your area has LTE?
Check out the Nexus 4 forums. There are a ton of hybrid radios they flash to enable LTE and educate on Radio differences. There's a sticky on top for all LTE diilscussion. I don't think you'll need to flash radios, but you'll find resources on how to possibly enable it in APN settings.
Have you modified any APN settings?
Are you running stock software?
Edit: I am no expert. Hope that's OK?
Xplic1T said:
Hey Guys,
I got a Verizon model that I've been using on T-mobile. I've been very happy with it so far but I'm wondering, since it is rootable, can we somehow someday unlock the t-mobile 4g lte bands ? I believe its the same phone on each network... just software locked. Cant really find anything online about it but i think it may be possible.
Hope the experts weigh in on this
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as far as i know you would just have to modify the apns and tell it to connect to tmobile's network instead of verizon. sometimes it will just do it on its own though
Bump. I see people posting all over that it is possible but I cant seem to find the proper threads. Heck, people have talked about flashing a t-mobile stock rom to it and it works... Is this true?
big gulps huh? said:
Bump. I see people posting all over that it is possible but I cant seem to find the proper threads. Heck, people have talked about flashing a t-mobile stock rom to it and it works... Is this true?
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This is indeed true, you need to be on the 11a firmware which means not taking the ota update to 12b from verizon. Then you flash the Tmobile stock ROM and a patch made by tangjun269 found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=49301459
You will also need to flash the 12b modem before flashing the Tmobile ROM and patch in order to get LTE
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Does it work just like the tmobile variant? After its been flashed? And does hspa+ work too?
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Hey, I've used xda plenty in the past before but never had to post a question so bear with me.
I bought a att lg g2 and a tmobile sim to go with it. I can only get 3g, no lte. Its very slow. I did some reading and it looks discouraging. I live in south texas.
Is there anyway to turn on the radio bands i need to make 4g/lte work? I saw a thread about how to turn on lte for custom roms. Will that work or not? I think tmobile uses bands 17 19 and 21. There are those bands in the hidden menu on my phone but idk. It looks like some att lg g2s work with tmobile lte and others do not. Thanks for your help.
Ps. Im on another forum where the attitude towards noobs is like xda's so take it easy on me lol.
First thing first, have you rooted, unlocked the phone and bootloader?
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comk4ver said:
First thing first, have you rooted, unlocked the phone and bootloader?
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Yes, its rooted and unlocked for different carriers. Su is installed but not a custom recovery. Im not really interested in installing a custom rom at this point.
From the carrier pages:
AT&T LG G2 has bands 1,2,4,5 & 17
T-Mobile LG G2 has: 2,4,7 & 17
7 is 2600MHz so it's not relevant for the US
I would say it's not a phone capability problem
The T-Mobile LG G2 has a seting in networks for network mode: GSM, WCDMA, GSM+WCDMA, GSM+WCDMA+LTE
The same can be achieved with the Phone Info app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=myc.phone.PhoneInfo
Also make sure you are using the fast.t-mobile.com APN http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-2090
That apn you linked above does not work on my phone. I talked to a tmobile rep this morning and thats the one he gave me. When that one didnt work i got referred up the line to a rep that sent me texts with setting patches that supposedly set my phone up like a tmobile one but i didnt get 4g/lte from that and it wasnt the lte apn. I did, however, find another fast.tmobile.com apn with a little bit different settings than the one linked above that gave me 3g. Im at a loss, I guess.
LTE works fine on this phone, I use a D800 on T-Mobile, you just need the LTE APN. That's what I use on mine.
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Im using the apn from this link and no 4g. Just edge. Its a lte apn tutorial. I know i have tmobile lte in my area. Thanks for the help so far tho.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2236735
Do yall think it would be possible to install a tmobile kernel to maybe turn on bands that i need for tmobile lte? Tmobile uses bands 1700 and 2100. In some areas, it looks like, att phones do have tmobile lte .
jordylee18 said:
Do yall think it would be possible to install a tmobile kernel to maybe turn on bands that i need for tmobile lte? Tmobile uses bands 1700 and 2100. In some areas, it looks like, att phones do have tmobile lte .
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Only use D800 kernels on this model.
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Make sure there is a dash in t-mobile in fast.t-mobile.com
Did you ever get this fixed?
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Only use D800 kernels on this model.
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Thanks for Attached Thumbnails, I changed mine to match, and it works.
But it does take sometime to connect, especially inside house.
I'm running CM11 nightly 12/26.