HI I just purchased my Galaxy s5, and I have noticed that in the mobile data settings, the "enable mobile data" is automatically turned off and greyed out (and can't be turned on again) IF i decide to set my network to 2G only.
I am aware that 3G is faster internet, but sometimes I prefer to leave it on 2G, because where I live 3G does not have great reception so it just adds up to needless battery drain. Can someone help me with this?
I don't know if you understood so, here I am referring to mobile data, in 2G, the slow kind (good enough for whatsapp & viber for me), I want to enable it, but on the phone, as soon as I switch to 2G only networks, the option to turn on mobile data is always greyed out.
If you know where I could contact Samsung with this please tell me I can do that too.
cristian.spiteri said:
HI I just purchased my Galaxy s5, and I have noticed that in the mobile data settings, the "enable mobile data" is automatically turned off and greyed out (and can't be turned on again) IF i decide to set my network to 2G only.
I am aware that 3G is faster internet, but sometimes I prefer to leave it on 2G, because where I live 3G does not have great reception so it just adds up to needless battery drain. Can someone help me with this?
I don't know if you understood so, here I am referring to mobile data, in 2G, the slow kind (good enough for whatsapp & viber for me), I want to enable it, but on the phone, as soon as I switch to 2G only networks, the option to turn on mobile data is always greyed out.
If you know where I could contact Samsung with this please tell me I can do that too.
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settings>more networks>mobile networks>network mode>gsm only (which 2G as known as edge).
Another option is to go into your dialer hit *#2263# then hit gsm band preference>[7] gsm all. then exit out. after doing that it will be on gsm (edge) only.
savoritz said:
settings>more networks>mobile networks>network mode>gsm only (which 2G as known as edge).
Another option is to go into your dialer hit *#2263# then hit gsm band preference>[7] gsm all. then exit out. after doing that it will be on gsm (edge) only.
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yes thats excatly what I tried, but as I told you, as soon as I choose 2G only (The option you refer to as GSM only), the mobile data option is greyed out and I can't choose it.
Are you sure we're using the same phone?
mine is SM-G900F
SM-G900T. the t-mobile variant, shouldn't be much different from the international version. I don't have any issues forcing it lte/4g/2g only. using the service mode in the dialer.
EDIT: Clearly now that there are custom ROMs, this will be less likely an issue. But @icheyne pointed out a good method that will work on most ROMs I believe, since it uses Android's default testing menu.
For those seeking a permanent solution, you WILL need root.
Currently no permanent solution on LG Stock Lollipop.
Here is some information about my situation:
-Currently on Fido Network in Canada (LTE Band 7 [2600 MHz])
-I have achieved LTE speeds of 31mbps (Down) and 25mbps (Up).
-I am rooted, but it should work without root access.
-Firmware is stock V10h-TWN-XX
-Network mode only shows GSM / WCDMA
Before you begin, this is what you need:
-An LTE micro sim.
-Do some research on which LTE bands your network uses and if your variant has the ability to use that band.
-Correct LTE APN settings for your mobile carrier. Make sure it is LTE APN, my carrier has two separate ones (Regular, LTE).
-Mobile Network does NOT have to be turned off (You can keep data on during all of this).
-With Mobile Network on, go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and remember what is written under "Mobile network type".
-Make sure you are in a location that has decent LTE connection.
METHOD FOR LG STOCK LOLLIPOP
1) Open up your Dialer, and type in the following to enter LG's Hidden Menu: "3845*#855#" for D855 (If your model is not listed, please do Google it!)
"3845*#850#" for D850
"3845*#851#" for D851
"3845*#852#" for D852
2) Go down and select "LTE-Only" and go into "Modem Settings"
3) Now select "RAT Selection" and click on "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto"
4) Without rebooting, the data icon switched from "H" / "3G" to "4G" for the first time (Turn on Mobile Network if you haven't already)
5) Now go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and under "Mobile network type" it should have "LTE" instead of what you had before
Currently no permanent solution, each time you reboot, switch to 2G/3G, or go into "Mobile Networks" menu, you will lose LTE
But it's okay, redoing steps 1 to 3 will get LTE back once again. Tedious, but at least it works
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QUICK METHOD (Working for all Jelly Bean ROMs & some Lollipop ROMs) (Thanks to @icheyne)
1) Go into Dialer -> Dial *#*#4636#*#* -> Phone Information
2) Scroll down to "Set preferred network type:" and click on the pull-down menu
3) Select what type of setting you want, I personally keep it on "LTE/GSM/WCDMA"
4) Select "LTE-Only" and go into "Modem Settings"
5) Without rebooting, the data icon switched from "H" / "3G" to "4G" for the first time (Turn on Mobile Network if you haven't already)
6) Now go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and under "Mobile network type" it should have "LTE" instead of what you had before
7) [ROOT][Permanent LTE] For myself, I used a root explorer (ES File Explorer) and go into "/system/app" and delete (or move) LteConfigs.apk and LteConfigs.odex. Now you should be able to go into the "Mobile network" menu and it should have the "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto" setting. Thus making LTE a permanent option.
Those without root access will lose LTE if they restart, switch to 2G/3G, or try to go into the "Mobile network" menu.
If you have any questions, please leave a reply. Hope this helped.
If anyone who cannot get this to work, please post with your details (firmware, carrier, LTE band, etc...).
i have heard some reports that updating some settings in the hidden menu will work, but after restart, it will just go back...hmmm.. this one retains the LTE option?
Yes, after having it on for a few days, restarts, as well as going to an area of weak reception will not affect it. It will sometimes jump back to 3g in weak signal spots (underground), but after I go outside, it will switch to LTE automatically. I should probably update the title since I've learned that this applies to other models as well.
EDIT: @chacho_2me So I found out what breaks the LTE, but it's not major unless you manually switch from LTE to 2g or something like that. Step 11 should say it all, just don't go into the mobile network menu, and you should be fine.
thanks dude..currently im roaming....will try this one when im at home
thank you so much sir.. hope i could help you sometime
I really dont know why LG didnt notice not having the LTE option on othe releases
anyhow...thanks again dude
@chacho_2me Very sorry, I don't know what happened, but unfortunately restarts reverts it back to 2G/3G. But I'll look around to see what I can do to get it to retain, will most likely need root.
If it already states LTE under Settings > About Phone > Network, would you still recommend going ahead with this tweak?
@Curleyyy Are you getting LTE reception though? If you are, then you don't need to do this. This isn't really that much of a tweak, more like just some hidden settings, that's all.
If I'm not mistaken > 2G > 3G >4G > 4G LTE ?? Reception around my place is usually 3G with a bit of 4G occasionally.
@Curleyyy In terms of speed, LTE is currently the fastest. But reception wise, it might not be the best choice. If you are in an area with poor 4G/LTE reception, it is best to go with 3G connection. If you like to find out exactly which regions have 4G/LTE, I'm sure your carrier will have that information on their website.
Thank you so much
It's working fine on Fido. A heartfelt Thank you
Cheers
I found a solution that doesn't require knowledge of the network's LTE bands:
Dial *#*#4636#*#*
Click Phone Information
Scroll down the page to the GSM/WCDMA dropdown.
Select LTE/GSM/WCDMA - the data icon should switch from H or 3G to 4G.
[ROOT ONLY] Using a root file manager (ES File Explorer) go into "/system/app" and rename LteConfigs.apk and LteConfigs.odex to LteConfigs.apk.bak and LteConfigs.odex.bak
Reboot
Go to Settings -> Tethering & networks -> Mobile Networks → Network Mode and select GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto.
@icheyne I confirm that works, I will change the post.
cannot open on android L
cant opened in android L too
chacho_2me said:
cannot open on android L
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I need to change lte band. What way i have. Secret menu ont allowed me to do it in Android 5
Oh dear, that's inconvenient. I don't have lollipop installed yet, since it's been quite busy for me and I need my phone. I will try to update the guide for Lollipop.
When I can test it personally, but for now, if you could try to surf the forums. I am short on time lately, I do apologize.
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Oh dear, that's inconvenient. I don't have lollipop installed yet, since it's been quite busy for me and I need my phone. I will try to update the guide for Lollipop.
When I can test it personally, but for now, if you could try to surf the forums. I am short on time lately, I do apologize.
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On mine, only the .apk file was present, not the .odex file. I have flashed a stock-based lollipop rom. I renamed the .apk file and the lte was added to the mobile networks menu, but my phone is still not connecting to lte .
It is correct, the "phone information" menu loads on lollipop, but an error message pops up overtop and you can't get to the settings due to this.
I sure hope I can get this working or I'm going to have to get a different device!
@vinistois Thank you for reminding me about this. I do apologize in advance for not keeping up with this as I am still sticking with JB for the time being. I just flashed L to try to clear things up. Are you currently rooted? And do you have the D855 model?
help needed
O29C said:
EDIT: Clearly now that there are custom ROMs, this will be less likely an issue. But @icheyne pointed out a good method that will work on most ROMs I believe, since it uses Android's default testing menu.
For those seeking a permanent solution, you WILL need root.
Currently no permanent solution on LG Stock Lollipop.
Here is some information about my situation:
-Currently on Fido Network in Canada (LTE Band 7 [2600 MHz])
-I have achieved LTE speeds of 31mbps (Down) and 25mbps (Up).
-I am rooted, but it should work without root access.
-Firmware is stock V10h-TWN-XX
-Network mode only shows GSM / WCDMA
Before you begin, this is what you need:
-An LTE micro sim.
-Do some research on which LTE bands your network uses and if your variant has the ability to use that band.
-Correct LTE APN settings for your mobile carrier. Make sure it is LTE APN, my carrier has two separate ones (Regular, LTE).
-Mobile Network does NOT have to be turned off (You can keep data on during all of this).
-With Mobile Network on, go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and remember what is written under "Mobile network type".
-Make sure you are in a location that has decent LTE connection.
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O29C said:
EDIT: Clearly now that there are custom ROMs, this will be less likely an issue. But @icheyne pointed out a good method that will work on most ROMs I believe, since it uses Android's default testing menu.
For those seeking a permanent solution, you WILL need root.
Currently no permanent solution on LG Stock Lollipop.
Here is some information about my situation:
-Currently on Fido Network in Canada (LTE Band 7 [2600 MHz])
-I have achieved LTE speeds of 31mbps (Down) and 25mbps (Up).
-I am rooted, but it should work without root access.
-Firmware is stock V10h-TWN-XX
-Network mode only shows GSM / WCDMA
Before you begin, this is what you need:
-An LTE micro sim.
-Do some research on which LTE bands your network uses and if your variant has the ability to use that band.
-Correct LTE APN settings for your mobile carrier. Make sure it is LTE APN, my carrier has two separate ones (Regular, LTE).
-Mobile Network does NOT have to be turned off (You can keep data on during all of this).
-With Mobile Network on, go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and remember what is written under "Mobile network type".
-Make sure you are in a location that has decent LTE connection.
METHOD FOR LG STOCK LOLLIPOP
1) Open up your Dialer, and type in the following to enter LG's Hidden Menu: "3845*#855#" for D855 (If your model is not listed, please do Google it!)
"3845*#850#" for D850
"3845*#851#" for D851
"3845*#852#" for D852
2) Go down and select "LTE-Only" and go into "Modem Settings"
3) Now select "RAT Selection" and click on "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto"
4) Without rebooting, the data icon switched from "H" / "3G" to "4G" for the first time (Turn on Mobile Network if you haven't already)
5) Now go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and under "Mobile network type" it should have "LTE" instead of what you had before
Currently no permanent solution, each time you reboot, switch to 2G/3G, or go into "Mobile Networks" menu, you will lose LTE
But it's okay, redoing steps 1 to 3 will get LTE back once again. Tedious, but at least it works
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
QUICK METHOD (Working for all Jelly Bean ROMs & some Lollipop ROMs) (Thanks to @icheyne)
1) Go into Dialer -> Dial *#*#4636#*#* -> Phone Information
2) Scroll down to "Set preferred network type:" and click on the pull-down menu
3) Select what type of setting you want, I personally keep it on "LTE/GSM/WCDMA"
4) Select "LTE-Only" and go into "Modem Settings"
5) Without rebooting, the data icon switched from "H" / "3G" to "4G" for the first time (Turn on Mobile Network if you haven't already)
6) Now go into Settings -> About Phone -> Network and under "Mobile network type" it should have "LTE" instead of what you had before
7) [ROOT][Permanent LTE] For myself, I used a root explorer (ES File Explorer) and go into "/system/app" and delete (or move) LteConfigs.apk and LteConfigs.odex. Now you should be able to go into the "Mobile network" menu and it should have the "GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto" setting. Thus making LTE a permanent option.
Those without root access will lose LTE if they restart, switch to 2G/3G, or try to go into the "Mobile network" menu.
If you have any questions, please leave a reply. Hope this helped.
If anyone who cannot get this to work, please post with your details (firmware, carrier, LTE band, etc...).
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Lg g3 d855.. Lte working fine using *#*#4636#*#*.. Today i upgraded to android 5.0 software.. But now *#*#4636#*#* not working on my phone... And lte is not working too..
Pls advise how to activate lte now
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I really don't want to be condescending, but it's hard not to. Did you read the post?
O29C said:
I really don't want to be condescending, but it's hard not to. Did you read the post?
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Lol was going to say the same
Sent from my LG-D852 using XDA Free mobile app
At work the 4g LTE signal for ATT is very poor in the building, but we have 4g repeaters for ATT to fix this issue. Unfortunately, phones are stubborn and like to stay on 4g LTE despite having 1 bar of signal vs full signal with 4g. I had this same issue on my iphone 5 but was able to easily force off LTE while i was at work and have a steady, reliable data connection. My Note 4 seems to have the same affinity to wanting to be on 1 bar of LTE, but I cannot figure out a way to toggle / force LTE off and just use 4g. Anyone have any ideas? Anyone know of an application I can use to resolve this issue?
Thanks
try settings...more networks...mobile networks....network mode....It should be in there..I have the sprint model so I don't know for sure...but that is where mine is....hope this helps
djboo4you said:
try settings...more networks...mobile networks....network mode....It should be in there..I have the sprint model so I don't know for sure...but that is where mine is....hope this helps
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Unfortunately, there is no option for Network mode on the ATT version. I wonder if this has to do with voLTE....
I did find a backway to the network mode via *#*#4636#*#* but I am unsure of what I should be setting to "disable" lte while I'm in the building at work.
I think I've sorted this out now. If I change LTE/GSM AUTO to WCDMA preferred it seems to immediately switch and hold onto 4G. I do have to change it back. Maybe I will write something so I can quick toggle this since nothing on the app store seems to work.
hi,
If you are rooted ? You can use an xpose module called Intelli3G
I use it on my phone ,works 100% and switches smoothly/fast between eg 4G..3G automatic
eg if my data is of its on 3G as soon as i switch data on /wifi it changes to 4 G
For interest sake ,here is a link to market ,you can read desciption what it does ?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voidvapps.intelli3g&hl=en
good luck
I am using Verizon Galaxy S5 on 4.4.2 Stock NCG with towel root applied.
The problem is that where I live, I have very weak 3G signals which makes my Verizon Galaxy S5 to automatically switch between the 2G and 3G network mode. Is there a way to force only 2G network? So that it doesn't switch to 3G automatically.
I have tried using the "Network" app from playstore. But when I run it, it get crash (Unfortunately, Network has stopped.)
Please help !!
Same here
midskool said:
I am using Verizon Galaxy S5 on 4.4.2 Stock NCG with towel root applied.
The problem is that where I live, I have very weak 3G signals which makes my Verizon Galaxy S5 to automatically switch between the 2G and 3G network mode. Is there a way to force only 2G network? So that it doesn't switch to 3G automatically.
I have tried using the "Network" app from playstore. But when I run it, it get crash (Unfortunately, Network has stopped.)
Please help !!
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I'm going to guess you never got this resolved? I've been searching ask over the net recently for solution to this very problem with no luck. Apparently Verizon didn't think that was a feature we would ever need. I just switched locations with my job and my new location has crap 3G and 4G coverage. A previous shift at my old location would only drop me down 30%, tops. However the same shift at the new location has me down 60% at least and I can only chalk it up to constant network searching...
midskool said:
I am using Verizon Galaxy S5 on 4.4.2 Stock NCG with towel root applied.
The problem is that where I live, I have very weak 3G signals which makes my Verizon Galaxy S5 to automatically switch between the 2G and 3G network mode. Is there a way to force only 2G network? So that it doesn't switch to 3G automatically.
I have tried using the "Network" app from playstore. But when I run it, it get crash (Unfortunately, Network has stopped.)
Please help !!
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I'm not sure if this will help, but it has helped some others with this issue. The problem with Verizon is that they really don't have an all out 2G network now. They use 3G, 4G (HSPA and HSPA+) and LTE. A lot of people notice poor 3G connections because the phone is trying to find and connect to an LTE frequency all of the time. I've recommended the app "Advanced Signal Status" to many people and it's helped resolve the issue for some. You get this app from the Play Store and it's free. Install it and open it. It may crash on you the first time because it's slow at asking for root permission. If it does crash just open it again and you should be prompted to grant root permission. Once opened, scroll to the bottom and hit Additional Info. It might ask you to promise you're a developer (aren't we all LOL) Once you confirm this you'll select Device information which is the first choice. After this you'll scroll until you see "Set preferred network type" Make sure you remember what it's alreadyset to so you can revert back when needed. By default it should be "LTE/GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)" You will change this to "GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)" This should help you stay connected and have a stronger signal while on 3G. I hope this helps. If it doesn't, just change the network type back to what it was by default. Let me know what happens and I'll try to find another solution for you if this doesn't work.
Thanks a bunch! I have the app installed and I'll have to test it out the next few days, I'll update in a few days.thanks
In a perfect world this process would be automated based on location or time of day or Tasker... or better yet not a problem in the first place actually!
ludeawakening said:
I'm not sure if this will help, but it has helped some others with this issue. The problem with Verizon is that they really don't have an all out 2G network now. They use 3G, 4G (HSPA and HSPA+) and LTE. A lot of people notice poor 3G connections because the phone is trying to find and connect to an LTE frequency all of the time. I've recommended the app "Advanced Signal Status" to many people and it's helped resolve the issue for some. You get this app from the Play Store and it's free. Install it and open it. It may crash on you the first time because it's slow at asking for root permission. If it does crash just open it again and you should be prompted to grant root permission. Once opened, scroll to the bottom and hit Additional Info. It might ask you to promise you're a developer (aren't we all LOL) Once you confirm this you'll select Device information which is the first choice. After this you'll scroll until you see "Set preferred network type" Make sure you remember what it's alreadyset to so you can revert back when needed. By default it should be "LTE/GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)" You will change this to "GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)" This should help you stay connected and have a stronger signal while on 3G. I hope this helps. If it doesn't, just change the network type back to what it was by default. Let me know what happens and I'll try to find another solution for you if this doesn't work.
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I've been trying to force 3G at night since I bought this phone, and never able to do it. This program is a godsend!
garrettoliveros said:
Thanks a bunch! I have the app installed and I'll have to test it out the next few days, I'll update in a few days.thanks
In a perfect world this process would be automated based on location or time of day or Tasker... or better yet not a problem in the first place actually!
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Maybe it'll get the job done for you. And it would be good if it could do it automatically for many people. For me though, I like doing everything manually to my phone that's possible, that way I know exactly what it's doing and when. If I had to pick something to be automatic, it would be things concerning network functions though.
ldeveraux said:
I've been trying to force 3G at night since I bought this phone, and never able to do it. This program is a godsend!
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Yes it's a very good app. And not only does it do what it's supposed to do, but it also helps with battery life when you have it locked to 3G. It can cause some pretty substantial battery drain on most phones when they're constantly looking for different types of networks. It requires more battery all together to stay connected to LTE because it's a weaker frequency and has less signal strength. We can't have it all though. At least it isn't an iPhone. Lol
i cannot select device info itself after promising to be a developer.
Hello,
I am trying to check how i can have the phone force all bands and not just LTE only. My phone after i unlocked it works great on t-mobile, However, i have to always go back
and change the radio to TDSCDMA/GSM/WCDMA etc so i can get LTE and voice. It defaults to LTE only. Anyone know how to clear this or force on one band ?
Thanks
saadkhan07 said:
Hello,
I am trying to check how i can have the phone force all bands and not just LTE only. My phone after i unlocked it works great on t-mobile, However, i have to always go back
and change the radio to TDSCDMA/GSM/WCDMA etc so i can get LTE and voice. It defaults to LTE only. Anyone know how to clear this or force on one band ?
Thanks
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if you are rooted download http injector and select radios option from dropdown menu select auto/ all bands option
Verizon variant is not rootable.