Good Evening All, (In the East Coast anyway)
I have done a lot of searching in XDA and Google and I can't seem to find too much detail aside from this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1935144
My question is specifically for the Verizon Retail Samsung Galaxy S5. Since we are rooted, is it possible to navigate to where the APN settings are stored so changes can be made to them despite the fact that the OS locks us out of it? I read that if you use a non Verizon SIM card, the APN settings can be altered as needed.
Does anybody know what in the OS prevents us from changing the APN settings or know if there is some kind of way to force the OS to allow us to change the APN settings? My main goal was to edit the "APN Protocol" settings to force it to use IPv4 instead of allowing the network to use either or. Applications such as Opera Max, due to the Kitkat VPN bug, won't work unless the mobile data connection is an IPv4 address.
Edit: May found found my answer / solution: http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...ates when the APN settings may be configured?
also need help with this issue i have tried everything
My fix for APN Settings SM-G900V [Verizon Galaxy S5]
Okay guys,
I figured I should post this since I can't find anything thing else online solving this issue.
It took me a couple hours of digging around and teaching myself some basic android stuff but I got APN edit access on my Verizon Galaxy S5 G900V APN settings. First, I wanted access because I switched to straight talk and found I wasn't receiving MMS's. But... Verizon locks access to APN's. I won't tell you the story of how I figured it out, I will just tell you what I did and let you make the decision to do it yourself or not AT YOUR OWN RISK.
1) Your phone must be rooted... look around online and choose your own method- it just needs to be rooted. (can't post a link, sorry)
2) install: Build Prop Editor and APN Settings apps from the App store
-----Build Prop Editor allows you to change system values
-----APN Settings is a menu shortcut that you'll need
3) From another forum, I got this information:
** This forum is written for a different phone (Note3) and so are the codes... but they should work long enough to create an APN...
a)Once [build prop editor] is installed find and open Build Prop Editor
b)Hit the menu button and select Edit
c)Scroll to the bottom of screen and add the following lines
#Code:
ril.sales_code=LOL
ro.csc.sales_code=LOL
d)Hit the save button at the top right hand corner of the screen (looks like a floppy disk)
e)Once this is done saving restart the phone
----This part is where it gets weird. Adding the codes in build.prop creates menu issues so you can't navigate to the APN menu
4) open the app that you downloaded in step 2 (APN Settings), that will bypass the menu.
5) determine the APN you need to create and create it (depends on your provider, do some research) (again, can't post url links)
6) go back to build.prop.editor and delete the lines that you added in step 3 and reboot the phone
7) navigate to your APN settings via the menu, the APN you created will not be visible but it will still be there. Select the Verizon APN so you can connect your phone to 3G or 4G data.
8) Try MMS or group texts
That should be it... If you don't get MMS's go through the process again and try another APN (you may have the wrong one) or you can delete all but the factory APN's to return your phone to the way it used to be.
This worked for me and I hope it works for you too.
P.S. sorry this is a bit late in all the forums
Hello. I was able to make all the changes listed above. I am running into a problem when I change the mnc to my provider straight talk. Basically whatever apn I was attempting to modify is deleted, and I run I to the same problem when creating new apns. I can enter a name and change the apn but that's it. If I make any other changes the apn is no longer in my list.
Thanks,
warrior350blue said:
Hello. I was able to make all the changes listed above. I am running into a problem when I change the mnc to my provider straight talk. Basically whatever apn I was attempting to modify is deleted, and I run I to the same problem when creating new apns. I can enter a name and change the apn but that's it. If I make any other changes the apn is no longer in my list.
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Hey. So I am not too sure why you don't have permissions to edit apn settings. These are the apn settings Iaccessed and used to get it working on mine... then it is hidden when deleting the build prop codes.
Name
APN
MMSC
MMS Proxy
MMS Port
APN Type
If you don't have access to create a new APN and change those settings following my method, I don't know what to say... Is your phone model a SM-G900V running android 4.4.4? - that's what mine is.
The only other thing I could think is maybe the kernel version when you rooted your phone. I have 3.4.0 and used towelroot and oden to flash it.
Also, I am using Textra as my messaging application and manually configure the APN in those settings to the same one I created.
Hate bumping old threads, but I feel it's relevant in this case. I used the above method to successfully edit the APN and regain internet access and get MMS. However, if I go to Settings>More Networks>Mobile Networks>Access Point names, there are none listed at all. I am not getting 4G signal on my SM-G900V running android 4.4.2.
Is there a way to get the actual vzwinternet apn to appear in that menu?
I need help rooting my Verizon s5 if anyone can please help me?
Hollieanne said:
I need help rooting my Verizon s5 if anyone can please help me?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370 go there and if you have any questions ask on there
Any updated fixes for this that don't mess with the APN menu? Running Deodexed Optimal ROM and just got my S5 activated on ST. It appears that I can receive photos, but I can't use any apps without being told I have no data/network connection unless WiFi is enabled. Calls and texts appears to work fine. Can not add new APN or edit the verizon one that's in there.
johnnyrichter said:
Any updated fixes for this that don't mess with the APN menu? Running Deodexed Optimal ROM and just got my S5 activated on ST. It appears that I can receive photos, but I can't use any apps without being told I have no data/network connection unless WiFi is enabled. Calls and texts appears to work fine. Can not add new APN or edit the verizon one that's in there.
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I have the same problem as you with an LG G4 from Verizon on straighttalk. I had ST fix their end to get my data working. They have the Verizon APN settings saved on their server for your phone but their settings have to match your settings. Since you cannot add/edit your APN they have to delete their settings and let it pull from your phone. Verizon lets them use certain APNs for their side of the network, that is why their settings are different than your phone and why they will strongly ask you to update them (even though you cannot). I found this information out because their APN settings got updated when my service renewed. I'm not sure if this will be a problem on each renew or if Verizon/ST will work that out.
I have a Samsung Galaxy S5 g900v. I am currently using Straight Talk BYOP program. I am having some issues with service and having 3g instead of 4g. It is a 4g capable phone. I am trying to get into the APN settings to change it up to Straight Talks Information, but it is Locked (greyed) out. Is their any way to access this? I am currently rooted and running a custom deodexed rom
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cjmccormick said:
I have a Samsung Galaxy S5 g900v. I am currently using Straight Talk BYOP program. I am having some issues with service and having 3g instead of 4g. It is a 4g capable phone. I am trying to get into the APN settings to change it up to Straight Talks Information, but it is Locked (greyed) out. Is their any way to access this? I am currently rooted and running a custom deodexed rom
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I think if you search you can find info on XDA about enabling all radios for your phone. if its rooted you can try an apk like signal booster or one of those. They have advanced settings that let you select CDMA/GSM/LTE and prioritize your connection.
If you are rooted you can use coded in the dialer to access those same settings and change your connection prefs.
If I had a link I would share.
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johnnyrichter said:
Any updated fixes for this that don't mess with the APN menu? Running Deodexed Optimal ROM and just got my S5 activated on ST. It appears that I can receive photos, but I can't use any apps without being told I have no data/network connection unless WiFi is enabled. Calls and texts appears to work fine. Can not add new APN or edit the verizon one that's in there.
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I used Ricks ROM for a base and got this working. I was able to add APNs but not take away the Verizon one. It works.
milesius said:
I think if you search you can find info on XDA about enabling all radios for your phone. if its rooted you can try an apk like signal booster or one of those. They have advanced settings that let you select CDMA/GSM/LTE and prioritize your connection.
If you are rooted you can use coded in the dialer to access those same settings and change your connection prefs.
If I had a link I would share.
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I used Ricks ROM for a base and got this working. I was able to add APNs but not take away the Verizon one. It works.
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I ended up just having to call Straight Talk and they did something on their end that took effect at or around midnight that night. Problem is I had to call them again the following month because after refilling my airtime a day before cutoff I lost my data(which is weird because the new card went in to my reserve). They did something on their end that immediately took effect after a reboot of my device. I'm hoping I don't have to do this every time I refill.
Straight Talk only works for 1 month at time
johnnyrichter said:
I ended up just having to call Straight Talk and they did something on their end that took effect at or around midnight that night. Problem is I had to call them again the following month because after refilling my airtime a day before cutoff I lost my data(which is weird because the new card went in to my reserve). They did something on their end that immediately took effect after a reboot of my device. I'm hoping I don't have to do this every time I refill.
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I have the same problem. I have 2 Verizon Samsung S5 that I have transferred to Straight Talk. Every month for the past 4 months I lose my data signal (calls work fine) . I have to call ST tech support and spend between 15 - 45 minutes (depending on how knowledgeable the tech person is) to get it reset so it works. Each phone does this on a different day so I have to do this twice a month. :crying:
They reset the provisioning on their end. Then I power off and reboot and it works for another month. Does anyone know what I have to set the APN to to fix this problem?
When I used the method in this thread and take the lines out of the build.prop, Only Verizon Internet shows under the APN. Do I need to add a ST APN and not comment out the lines?
I know this is old, but I can't find any way to edit apn settings for my nougat phone on straight talk through verizon towers. Nothing works, even with root.
Hello. I was able to make all the changes listed above. I am running into a problem when I change the mnc to my provider straight talk. Basically whatever apn I was attempting to modify is deleted, and I run I to the same problem when creating new apns. I can enter a name and change the apn but that's it. If I make any other changes the apn is no longer in my list.
I have a galaxy j3 sm-j337vpp
Thanks,
I know this is really old, but if someone is searching for the unable to edit APN for a Verzion phone, I have a fix.
Connect the phone for ADB debugging. Then open ADB shell and use the command:
am start -a android.intent.action.INSERT content://telephony/carriers --ei simId -1
It won't let you edit the current one or list, but you can add a new one now, and use it. Just reboot the phone after the new APN is in place.
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I've switch to a new carrier and they do not support my LG Quantum. The phone and text works perfectly, but I was told I need to change the APN settings in order to get the 3G to work. I've searched, but unable to find how to change my APN.
*EDIT:
I have resolved my problem. I used the MFG app to change the APN, but the thing that gave me trouble was the carrier provided me with the wrong APN settings. After entering the correct APN setting it was like the flood gates opened and my phone came alive with several alerts!
APN
可以去SYSTEM/ETC中找到apn.conf..里面是apn接入点设置。。。
There is also a specialized app for this kind of stuff named "Network Setup". It is available in the "LG Apps store".
It will make most of the setup for the selected operator.
Hi guys. Hope someone has an idea. My s4 was unlocked by sprint for my trip to england. Swapped the sim card for an o2 card. Talk and text work. I cannot get data to work. Tried turning it on and off. Rebooted the phone. Enabled mo ile data over mobile network. Enabled data under roaming settings for gsm data. Still nothing. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks
Add apns?
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You are supposed to turn the phone off, insert the new Sim, turn the phone on and go to settings, more, system update and click UICC Unlock
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Does it automatically do everyrhing for you? This is my first cdma device im used to gsm devices is y I ask
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GiantJay said:
You are supposed to turn the phone off, insert the new Sim, turn the phone on and go to settings, more, system update and click UICC Unlock
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I actually had to do this with the sprint sim in then when i replaced the sim i had to do it again. This made the text and voice work but not the data
devoureddreams said:
Add apns?
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Not sure how to add apn info. Can you enlighten me. I also do not find a pay and go apn that is non iphone
Thanks
Loyd
Pay Monthly iPhone APN: idata.o2.co.uk
Pay Monthly non-iPhone Tariff APN: mobile.o2.co.uk
Pay & Go iPhone APN: payandgo.o2.co.uk
If you can get wifi, download tweakker app. It will setup the APNs for you. Let us know if you get the data working.
I tried getting tweakker (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tweakker), but it says "This app is incompatible with all of your devices." I have a 3G Nexus 7 as well, so I'm surprised it's not compatible with that nor my Sprint Galaxy S4. Is there a way to get it to install? Am I looking at the wrong app? Or is there another way to change the APN settings on the S4?
Ingenium13 said:
I tried getting tweakker but it says "This app is incompatible with all of your devices." I have a 3G Nexus 7 as well, so I'm surprised it's not compatible with that nor my Sprint Galaxy S4. Is there a way to get it to install? Am I looking at the wrong app? Or is there another way to change the APN settings on the S4?
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I found an apk to sideload but it crashes. I think the apn issue is the problem but havent found a workaround yet. Any ideas for other apps that might work.
Thanks
Loyd
loydster said:
I found an apk to sideload but it crashes. I think the apn issue is the problem but havent found a workaround yet. Any ideas for other apps that might work.
Thanks
Loyd
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Yeah, it won't let me install it either. Weird. Worked on other phones before.
Try the different options under Connections->More Networks->Roaming. Maybe the APN options are buried there somewhere. Also, see if you have "data" checked under "GSM Network" in the roaming section, that might help.
Also, in the screen that shows you the network that you are on or allows you to select a network, make sure the green button is on the host network the SIM is associated with, then press the menu button, it might give you options for the APN.
Dial ##DATA# enter your MSL hit other then LTE APN settings then add your APN.
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myphone12345 said:
Yeah, it won't let me install it either. Weird. Worked on other phones before.
Try the different options under Connections->More Networks->Roaming. Maybe the APN options are buried there somewhere. Also, see if you have "data" checked under "GSM Network" in the roaming section, that might help.
Also, in the screen that shows you the network that you are on or allows you to select a network, make sure the green button is on the host network the SIM is associated with, then press the menu button, it might give you options for the APN.
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So tweaker almost finished and now killed my texts as well. Data is checked in roaming and gsm. This has been a giant pia.
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nicotheandroidguy said:
Dial ##DATA# enter your MSL hit other then LTE APN settings then add your APN.
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When I do this I get a view or edit menu. Others brings up browser, mmsc url, mmsc proxy, mmsc proxy port, dss, multimedia
Loyd
if you can hook up to wifi dl nova or apex (its just temporaory unless you want to keep it) hold on your home screen till you get the option to add shortcut>activities>settings>APNs this will give you access to add or remove apns at will without having to mess with your msl and sprint tech support.
xxaddictedxx said:
if you can hook up to wifi dl nova or apex (its just temporaory unless you want to keep it) hold on your home screen till you get the option to add shortcut>activities>settings>APNs this will give you access to add or remove apns at will without having to mess with your msl and sprint tech support.
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That got me to a menu to add apn but the menu is grayed out and wont let me edit it. I figure I probably need root access.
loydster said:
That got me to a menu to add apn but the menu is grayed out and wont let me edit it. I figure I probably need root access.
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I have root, and it's still greyed out. It doesn't prompt for root access either. That said, I don't have a GSM SIM in right now, so maybe when I put in a third party SIM it'll be available?
I'm guessing though it requires the MSL to add though, but there's no prompt to put it in either.
EDIT: Actually, I found the exact same APN menu under ##DATA# under Other, LTE APN. However, pressing menu doesn't even have the option to add an APN, and I put my MSL in to edit. I'm hoping it just won't let me add it because I still have the Sprint LTE SIM in.
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That got me to a menu to add apn but the menu is grayed out and wont let me edit it. I figure I probably need root access.
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hmm very strange you should be able to at least add new apns.....is there not a add icon once you go into the APN screen?
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Ingenium13 said:
I have root, and it's still greyed out. It doesn't prompt for root access either. That said, I don't have a GSM SIM in right now, so maybe when I put in a third party SIM it'll be available?
I'm guessing though it requires the MSL to add though, but there's no prompt to put it in either.
EDIT: Actually, I found the exact same APN menu under ##DATA# under Other, LTE APN. However, pressing menu doesn't even have the option to add an APN, and I put my MSL in to edit. I'm hoping it just won't let me add it because I still have the Sprint LTE SIM in.
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shouldnt be under menu you should have like a little circle with a plus sign near the top right of the screen and that should prompt u to add your apn.
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if you can get it and as long as that works then once you are done adding your APNs before you leave that screen be sure to hit menu and save
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hmm very strange you should be able to at least add new apns.....is there not a add icon once you go into the APN screen?
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shouldnt be under menu you should have like a little circle with a plus sign near the top right of the screen and that should prompt u to add your apn.
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Nope. I've attached screenshots
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Nope. I've attached screenshots
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well my friend im at a loss. the problem is that i am always rooted and even when i got my sgs4 it was rooted in the first 5 minutes of ownership. i know you said you are as well but based off what i saw in your screenies it lookes like your running stock (or something that closly resembles stock) so it may be something in the stock rom thats not allowing you to change your settings. this method is how i have done it since the epic 4g days so i dont know what to tell you. mabey one of the devs here can give you a better workaround or help you unlock that edit menu cause im outta ideas. good luck :s
Sprint Galaxy S4 APNs Are Unchangeable and therefore prohibit international data use.
xxaddictedxx said:
well my friend im at a loss. the problem is that i am always rooted and even when i got my sgs4 it was rooted in the first 5 minutes of ownership. i know you said you are as well but based off what i saw in your screenies it lookes like your running stock (or something that closly resembles stock) so it may be something in the stock rom thats not allowing you to change your settings. this method is how i have done it since the epic 4g days so i dont know what to tell you. mabey one of the devs here can give you a better workaround or help you unlock that edit menu cause im outta ideas. good luck :s
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Update: This is a known issue on the Galaxy S4, primarily from Sprint. They have completely disabled all APN changing and editing I order to disallow data usage on any other network than their local and global roaming networks.
The only known way to fix this is to root your device which will void the warranty, stop OTA updates and software upgrades, and possibly brick your phone.
Or, you could just travel overseas and pay $500-800/ month for Sprints roaming.
And then there's the option of using your Galaxy S4 like a flop phone and just using it for SMS and phone calls.
Because even though Sprint says it's an international smartphone, it's not.. If you like to use data services that is.
Waiting for an update to fix Sprints proprietary obsessions...
Hi There,
I have rooted verizon S5 with GV.
Just switched to use Hangout instead of GV for sms. SMSs are working fine, however, MMSs are not working. I can send, but can't receive. I was hoping to change APN, unfortunately, when I change APN in hangout, it is not get saved (except for if I change the port only) and I don't have an option to change APN in the phone settings. Create a new APN (a plus sign) is greyed out.
Please advise...
vadim_se said:
Hi There,
I have rooted verizon S5 with GV.
Just switched to use Hangout instead of GV for sms. SMSs are working fine, however, MMSs are not working. I can send, but can't receive. I was hoping to change APN, unfortunately, when I change APN in hangout, it is not get saved (except for if I change the port only) and I don't have an option to change APN in the phone settings. Create a new APN (a plus sign) is greyed out.
Please advise...
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Did you check in the Settings > More networks > Mobile networks > Access Point Name?
vndnguyen said:
Did you check in the Settings > More networks > Mobile networks > Access Point Name?
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yes, I did... I found plus sign grey'ed out and in current (and the only APN) I can change name only. The rest is grey'ed out..
vadim_se said:
yes, I did... I found plus sign grey'ed out and in current (and the only APN) I can change name only. The rest is grey'ed out..
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Huhmm, it seems the firmware has blocked the ability to edit or change the APN.
You may need to flash another unbrand firmware to bypass it.
vndnguyen said:
Huhmm, it seems the firmware has blocked the ability to edit or change the APN.
You may need to flash another unbrand firmware to bypass it.
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Yeah, I've contacted both Verizon and Samsung and Samsung rep told me that they blocked the ability to change APN. The setting that I have now is the default one and can be changed by Samsung (or custom ROM).
Trying to get in touch with Google if they have plans to override firmware APN since they have APN configuration option in hangouts.
vadim_se said:
Yeah, I've contacted both Verizon and Samsung and Samsung rep told me that they blocked the ability to change APN. The setting that I have now is the default one and can be changed by Samsung (or custom ROM).
Trying to get in touch with Google if they have plans to override firmware APN since they have APN configuration option in hangouts.
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Ok let's try and feedback.
If it does not work, you can flash unbrand firmware.
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Ok let's try and feedback.
If it does not work, you can flash unbrand firmware.
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Send feedback to google hangouts, no response yet (usual for Google
However, found apn-conf.xml in /system/etc/ which has conf data for multiple situation (internet, roaming and etc.)
I've changed the original settings to apn type (removed dup and added mms) and port (port=80), however, when I try to change MCC and MNC to the settings provided by Verizon rep, APN fail and phone doesn't have any internet connection. The original settings are MCC=311 and MNC=480... Verizon (and a lot of sites on the internet) recommends to use MCC=310 and MNC=012
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Send feedback to google hangouts, no response yet (usual for Google
However, found apn-conf.xml in /system/etc/ which has conf data for multiple situation (internet, roaming and etc.)
I've changed the original settings to apn type (removed dup and added mms) and port (port=80), however, when I try to change MCC and MNC to the settings provided by Verizon rep, APN fail and phone doesn't have any internet connection. The original settings are MCC=311 and MNC=480... Verizon (and a lot of sites on the internet) recommends to use MCC=310 and MNC=012
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Regarding firmware: I feel a little skeptical about unbranded firmware. I'll have to remove all my configurations and it will void the warranty. Besides, I like Samsung dialer. In any case, what unbranded firmware would you recommend?
vadim_se said:
Send feedback to google hangouts, no response yet (usual for Google
However, found apn-conf.xml in /system/etc/ which has conf data for multiple situation (internet, roaming and etc.)
I've changed the original settings to apn type (removed dup and added mms) and port (port=80), however, when I try to change MCC and MNC to the settings provided by Verizon rep, APN fail and phone doesn't have any internet connection. The original settings are MCC=311 and MNC=480... Verizon (and a lot of sites on the internet) recommends to use MCC=310 and MNC=012
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1- apn-conf.xml is a file used for auto configuration at the initial step. It will NOT actually affect your current APN settings.
2- Typically you should not manually modify the MCC-MNC parameter. If you want to do so, you need enter the proper value. To obtain the right MCC-MNC value for your network, install Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app, scroll down to the MISC INFO section and see "Mobile Network Code" info.
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1- apn-conf.xml is a file used for auto configuration at the initial step. It will NOT actually affect your current APN settings.
2- Typically you should not manually modify the MCC-MNC parameter. If you want to do so, you need enter the proper value. To obtain the right MCC-MNC value for your network, install Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app, scroll down to the MISC INFO section and see "Mobile Network Code" info.
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The Mobile Network Code shown in your app is the same as in APN, however, Verizon recommended to use different, which I can't use since APN get crashed when I put them in... chicken and egg question...
vadim_se said:
The Mobile Network Code shown in your app is the same as in APN, however, Verizon recommended to use different, which I can't use since APN get crashed when I put them in... chicken and egg question...
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I found a new firmware from VZN (4.4.4). Do you know if my rooting will be broken after I upgrade to it?
vadim_se said:
I found a new firmware from VZN (4.4.4). Do you know if my rooting will be broken after I upgrade to it?
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There is an instruction how to update and keep root for Verizon Galaxy Note 3.
You can try it if you want. Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55518593&postcount=7
I called sprint and got my msl, but when I try to change my apn settings to get free hotspot the option for my apn settings is not clickable so I can edit it to add ,dun. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
The last Sprint OTA locked these settings. There's no way that anyone has discovered to edit them now. Some have reported that if you turn on tethering as soon as possible after the phone reboots it will work, even without changing the APN settings.
Add new APN?
I understand that it is no longer possible to edit the current APNs with the update. Is it also no longer possible to create and add new APNs?
After much searching I haven't found anything that directly says if this is disabled. Back on my Galaxy S5 I was able to enable the mobile hotspot by going in the dialer screen entering ##data# > Edit > entering my MSL > Going to apn EHRPD and go to type then changing it from (default, mms) to (default, mms, dun).
Couple of things. I reached out to Sprint for my new MSL and they said there is not one for my phone, it actually shows up as 000000. I tried using that and I can successfully get into my edit screen but now I cannot change the APN type, that is grayed out.
I can only change the APN and APN protocol.
Is this something that is locked down by Sprint? Is the 000000 MSL the issue?
Any help enabling the mobile hotspot without paying extra or rooting the device would be greatly appreciated.
I was looking at the same thing.
In the last few pages of this S7 thread;
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sp...mes-apps/hotspot-mod-root-wip-3-4-16-t3328796
people talk about the menu items being disabled by an update.
VaderSS said:
I was looking at the same thing.
In the last few pages of this S7 thread;
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sp...mes-apps/hotspot-mod-root-wip-3-4-16-t3328796
people talk about the menu items being disabled by an update.
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Dude its been driving me nuts. It was so easy to get the MSL and edit my Galaxy S5. Now it seems maybe the provisioning from Sprint has it locked down. I can confirm its not locked in my G5 running lollipop.
Even with the MSL entered there isn't much you can edit in that data area.
Hopefully someone finds a way
I came from an early S4 that I never took an OTA update on, so it's still wide open. I probably should have gotten an international version S8...