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VZW G2 error that I can't get rid of (No service, select network unavailable-AT&T)
So I was playing around with my LG G2 in order to test the GSM functionality of it (I maybe traveling in the near future), moved the mode from Global to GSM/UMTS, told it to scan for networks here in the US and found AT&T and T-Mobile 2G & 3G (I live in a re-farmed major metro area). I selected AT&T to see if it could connect with the VZW SIM card in the US and obviously it couldn't (authentication denied). Now I have a problem I can't get rid of: I put it back on Global mode and everything with the CDMA/LTE mode on VZW works but I have a message in my task bar of of the following:
No service
Selected network (AT&T) unavailable
I rebooted the phone and cleared the warnings and it still stays after reboots.
Right now I'm thinking the only way to get rid of it is to insert an active AT&T SIM card and let it run on AT&T. I don't have one right now but I can get one from someone in the family.
Would this help in clearing it?
It's really only a minor problem. It would really only be apparent if I needed to service this phone in a VZW store or send it back to VZW.
And yes the software/firmware is updated to the latest version.
Look in apns and delete non vzn
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I dont know if this has been asked before, will this work on project fi?
The official list at the moment is only Pixels, Nexus 6P and 5X. Not sure why the Nexus 6 isn't still on that list since it was the launch device for the service. (I'm guessing the list is limited to what they officially have stock of.)
The US996 carrier unlocked model would be the closest match for Project Fi, but that model is missing all the Sprint bands. So would only work with T-Mobile's network for FI.
You can check all the compatibility of the US996 here:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/compatibility/WloNsJX/lg-us996-v20-lte-a/united-states
FAUguy said:
The US996 carrier unlocked model would be the closest match for Project Fi, but that model is missing all the Sprint bands. So would only work with T-Mobile's network for FI.
You can check all the compatibility of the US996 here:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/compatibility/WloNsJX/lg-us996-v20-lte-a/united-states
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That site says sprint's ls997 is compatible with all of project fi's bands... would it work?
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That site says sprint's ls997 is compatible with all of project fi's bands... would it work?
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Just because the LS997 from Sprint supports all the bands for Project Fi, there is no guarantee that it would be carrier unlocked to work with Project Fi and its SIM.
https://www.frequencycheck.com/carrier-compatibility/lKrKFAZ/lg-ls997-v20-td-lte/google-project-fi-united-states
Just posting to add that my h910 LG v20 from AT&T does work on fi. The one guy who said that only T-Mobile would work is correct in my case. The v20 doesn't even have the type of dialer codes that are used for forcing network switching on fi supported phones. However I have found some use for this because I have an official supported pixel 2 from Project fi and happened to be a convert from AT&T and thus I had my old h910 to screw around with why the hell not? So to anyone who is familiar with project fi and is also the type of geek who frequents XDA, you are probably aware of apps like signal spy or Signal Info. When I was talking about dialer codes, those apps copy the dialer code to your clipboard and then you paste to your phone dialer which will then switch to either T-Mobile, Sprint, or US Cellular.
Basically what I'm trying to say is that even if your variant of the v20 does have the correct radios to work on the network, at this point I'm unaware of any way to switch between those Networks. That is not to say it is impossible, perhaps somebody can code something that would do that and if so please shoot a message my way. Also you may be disappointed when you find out that picture texting doesn't seem to work, or at least I haven't figured out how to fix it yet.
I currently use my v20 on Project fi very often. Anyone who has a pixel 2 is probably aware that one of the biggest complaints about the February update is reduced battery life, and so I often pull my SIM card out and stick it into my v20. Which does bring me to an interesting note if you are unaware, if you begun your service with project fi on a pixel 2 phone ....... Which does bring me to hun interesting know if you are unaware, if you be gone your service with project fine a pic so to phone.. You will have been activated using the SIM method in which your phone does not actually have a nano SIM inside of it. Now what you can do as a simple little life hack or whatever the hell you want to call it, is call and ask project fi how you go about ordering a free nano SIM. It'll cost you nothing and when you get it you can then activate it to the same phone number as the E Sim. However you cannot use the ECM and the nano SIM simultaneously. But it does allow you to have a backup phone.
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Now that you can order a SIM directly from Google, will it work with Sprint model V20 if unlocked?
I realize it won't have the carrier switching but that's ok.
I too use my V20 with Project-Fi. I have the T-Mobile variant and everything seems to be working fine. The network switching will not work and will be restricted with T-Mobile service only.. Also, you will be unable to do Wi-Fi calling. Seems to be restricted on non Project-Fi phones. As far as MMS, I've used it only with Hangouts. I like to keep all my conversations synced across devices. I can try MMS via the stock messaging app and see if it works. If data doesn't work, you can try the following APN settings:
Open the Settings app on your device.
Tap More (under Wireless & Networks).
Tap Cellular networks and then Access Point Names.
Tap + (at the top of the screen).
Tap Name and enter "Project Fi".
Tap APN and enter "h2g2".
Save.
Go back to the previous page.
Select Project Fi from the list.
Hope this helps.
hi, I have LGVv20 ATT version, its unlocked. If i use google fi sim, will it work? and switch?
I am trying to not spend a lot on V35. thank you very much
The Unlocked Moto G4 Play, XT1607, is suppose to work out the box on all 4 US carriers. Which means it should also work on all MVNO's too. So, what's the experience out there for those that are using it? any troubles getting it to activate? In particular, with verizon or sprint or their MVNO's? Is it passing Sprints FEC? whitelisted?
Personally, I've tested a CC XT1607. I had to get a SIM unlock code since it was locked to CC. It wont work on Sprint because its CC branded and therfore, not on sprints whitelist. It appears to work on GSM- I've tested with a freedompop global SIM and after putting in the APN, and it seems to work ok. However, I haven't been able to get it to connect to Verzion. I'm testing with an activated BOOM mobile "V" SIM, and haven't been able to get it to connect, even after calling BOOM support...
I'm on H2O Wireless using this phone, works fine. They are an MVNO of AT&T. I have an older Verizon SIM card laying around that I want to see if it will work in the XT1607 here soon
Tracfone BYOP here (GSM-ATT) on XT1607. Before CM, was a little finicky with APN settings. Though the real issue I had was when I lost my number (it ported back to my old phone and TF had to ship FOUR sim cards to fix). After putting CM in, I've noticed the cell antenna is more sensitive. It will show reception even when IP is unavailable (denoted by a black X on the signal icon; this happened during a recent power failure and the cell towers were at capacity). When there are multiple towers in area, it swaps between them constantly (2 bars -> 0 bars -> 2 bars -> etc.) but my LTE is still rock solid at about 10Mbit.
No issues w/Verizon on unlocked, rooted XT1607 with stock ROM. Dropped in SIM from Droid Mini (required adapter) and was off to the races. Only minor glitch was healthy spamming of com.phone.android has stopped FCs which was quickly rectified by clearing cached data. Voice and data operate with expected clarity and speed.
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The Unlocked Moto G4 Play, XT1607, is suppose to work out the box on all 4 US carriers. Which means it should also work on all MVNO's too. So, what's the experience out there for those that are using it? any troubles getting it to activate? In particular, with verizon or sprint or their MVNO's? Is it passing Sprints FEC? whitelisted?
Personally, I've tested a CC XT1607. I had to get a SIM unlock code since it was locked to CC. It wont work on Sprint because its CC branded and therfore, not on sprints whitelist. It appears to work on GSM- I've tested with a freedompop global SIM and after putting in the APN, and it seems to work ok. However, I haven't been able to get it to connect to Verzion. I'm testing with an activated BOOM mobile "V" SIM, and haven't been able to get it to connect, even after calling BOOM support...
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My xt1607 is working fine on Ting MVNO using their GSM side that is on the T-Mobile network. I've seen band 12 (700 MHz extended range) occasionally and VoLTE seems to be used.
I've used my XT1607 on T-mobile (briefly), AT&T MVNO (FreedomPOP), and Sprint. Also roamed in about 8 other countries in Europe and Asia via Sprint Global Roaming, and used prepaid SIMs to access 2 non-USA GSM/LTE networks.
Works great on all GSM/LTE networks.
As usual, Sprint's crappy network technology gets the short end of the stick. On stock ROM, PRL/profile updating usually works, but **non-stock ROMs cannot update it**.
If you are going to run a non-stock ROM on Sprint, **back up your EFS partitions** before flashing to a non-stock ROM; restoring them will help you fix network connectivity issues without the hassle of flashing back to stock.
Just wanted to post this for anyone else that wanted to use their S7 Active with another provider and didn't want to stay with At&t
or wanted to use other sims when traveling.
( I have nothing against At&T, but there was a better option I wanted to use...ie unlimited 4g)
I wanted the S7 active but also wanted to switch from at&t (for me it was too pricey and again there was no unlimited 4g) so I thought I might be in a bind on options and was holding off on making the switch
(For me the bttery lfe alone made the S7 and S7edge completely inferior to the active and that at first was enticing enough for to me to stay with At&t)
However... I didn't realize how easy At&T themselves made it to switch.
I can confirm the S7 active (SM-G891A) running 7.0 nougat works perfectly on the other network. Not trying to give that network free marketing... but its the other carrier on a GSM network in the US.
Though its pretty straight forward.. I thought I would just state below
Prerequisites
Own your phone outright
Not on contract (or you'll presumably pay a fee)
You are the account owner
Go to this site
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/#/
Type in your devise IMEI number and info and account email
Request unlock code
Go to your email click the confirmation (Showed up for me in about a minute)
Wait about 10-40 minutes for a second email (It says up to 48 hours but I just did this on three separate devises and they all took less than an hour)
Write down the Code provided
Turn off phone
Remove AT&T sim card and insert other carriers SIM (can be a friends, classmates, coworkers if you don't have one yet)
Turn phone on
(Pop Up generates for unlock code request)
Enter Unlock code
Done!
S7 Active free to go.
Added note:
Once your new carriers SIm comes in and If you want to keep the old number DO NOT CANCEL your line with AT&T, first insert the new SIm from the New carrier and then port your number over...
You'll keep your AT&T number that you had and automatically end your service with them. No fees no hassle as long as you met the prerequisites above.
Hope that Helps for anyone wanting to make the switch
Forgot to add, though it might be obvious I still don't want anyone to get hung up on it... you will have to set your new APN (access point names) per your new provider and or new location. It may auto populate with your new Sim card... BUT it also may be a generic APN with the new provider and not nessicarily the best 4g network.
Just Google or call your new provider and they will provide which APN is best for your S7 active on your network.
*#*#4636#*#* - To change network settings
If you are struggling with default AT&T settings:
Dial *#*#4636#*#* -> 'Device Information' -> 'Set Preferred Network Type:' -> Select 'WCDMA' or 'Global auto (PRL)'
I used to get 1 bar on LTE, now I'm getting full coverage on UMTS. I'm on MINT SIM (they are T-mobile MVNO).
I want to add, after the first week I realized 7.0 had some intermittent 4g issues (some it would say no Internet ever with full bars)
I flashed back to 6.0.1 and all the issues are gone.
Please just keep this in mind if you have issues with s7 active 7.0 off of at&t.
@Acinko thanks for the heads up on 7.0 issues. How were you able to get 7.0 on an unlocked S7 active? It keeps telling me that the firmware is up to date. (Using T-mobile service)
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@Acinko thanks for the heads up on 7.0 issues. How were you able to get 7.0 on an unlocked S7 active? It keeps telling me that the firmware is up to date. (Using T-mobile service)
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On t-mobile you probably want to stay on 6.0.1 and not move to 7.0 n... t-mobile is having some data issues when the phone is on 7.0
However if you want to try it anyways... download the full firm file for 7.0 and 6.0.1 (both available on this site, just search recent posts) make sure you get both so you can switch back if need e d.
And your gonna need to flash them with Odin when your phone is in download mode.
There is walkthroughs for this on this site and others so I won't repeat it all here but that is what you will need to do.
No root needed.
Here's the 6.0.1 file, you can down load from these links and use the password to open (which is in the third post)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-active/development/how-downgrade-7-0-to-6-0-1-t3590649
And here's 7.0 n
https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-active/how-to/g891a-android-n-offical-odin-package-t3581042
Just FYI due to heavy bandwidth usage with these types of files the links regularly break (or really just get taken off) so you may have to search for another upload if these stop working.
Good luck.
Acinko said:
I want to add, after the first week I realized 7.0 had some intermittent 4g issues (some it would say no Internet ever with full bars)
I flashed back to 6.0.1 and all the issues are gone.
Please just keep this in mind if you have issues with s7 active 7.0 off of at&t.
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This is not "S7 Active" specific issue. It is overall S7 issue on Android 7.0. You don't need to downgrade to 6.0.1. Just delete all the APNs (make it EMPTY!) -> Restart phone -> Add APN -> Restart. Problem solved.
Any particular reason why you would go to T-Mo over ATT? I think ATT's network is better? If its cost than maybe consider Cricket?
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This is not "S7 Active" specific issue. It is overall S7 issue on Android 7.0. You don't need to downgrade to 6.0.1. Just delete all the APNs (make it EMPTY!) -> Restart phone -> Add APN -> Restart. Problem solved.
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I'm not sure about yours, but for sure there was issues with my active on 7.0 off of ATT and wiping / replacing APNS did not fix it. What you said to do was the first step I tried.
Then I moved on to clearing location through the other company and fully resetting networks.
Tired default APNs, tried suggested APNs tried manual and custom APNs all of which still lead to intermittent or no connectivity
It became to have regular intermittent complete loss of network and data, no matter what apn was on there.
Flashing to 6.0.1 fixed it and I never had the issue again. Again maybe it worked differently for others, but that for sure is what fixed my issues.
CFoote said:
Any particular reason why you would go to T-Mo over ATT? I think ATT's network is better? If its cost than maybe consider Cricket?
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CFoote, I shot you over a pm.
So, I got a S7 active off swappa and it works with my cricket account. However everytime I make or receive a call a small notice a the bottom of the screen says PROVISIONAL FWD ACTIVE comes on. (see screen grabs). Basically if I am on the phone or have the phone down on a table and miss a call. My callers are being sent to this 916 area code in Sacramento which appears to be a general ATT (or old owner?) vmail bank. I have tried and failed to update from ATT instructions (failed to read data). And the 3 ATT reps I am talking to say I have to have the ORIGINAL OWNER turn the function off first! Any helpo or suggestions? Apologies if this really needs its own thread. https://goo.gl/photos/f7UzoQsQfS9sE2Vk9
Reverted to 6.0.1 and still having connectivity issues
Acinko said:
I'm not sure about yours, but for sure there was issues with my active on 7.0 off of ATT and wiping / replacing APNS did not fix it. What you said to do was the first step I tried.
Then I moved on to clearing location through the other company and fully resetting networks.
Tired default APNs, tried suggested APNs tried manual and custom APNs all of which still lead to intermittent or no connectivity
It became to have regular intermittent complete loss of network and data, no matter what apn was on there.
Flashing to 6.0.1 fixed it and I never had the issue again. Again maybe it worked differently for others, but that for sure is what fixed my issues.
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I think I've tried all the things listed in this thread. I have a SM-G981a (unlocked) device. When I got it (on Nougat), I cleared all APNs and added the one recommended by my provider (mintsim). I had service for about one hour and then lost it and it never came back.
I rolled back to 6.0.1 and cleared the APNs and used the same mintsim recommended APN and still don't have service.
Any ideas of next things to try?
Thanks in advance.
Dial *#*#4636#*#* -> 'Device Information' -> 'Set Preferred Network Type:' -> Select 'WCDMA' or 'Global auto (PRL)'
My phone worked fine in Sweden with default settings, but in Romania I had to type in the above and chose LTE/UMTS auto (PRL) and then it worked perfect!
i have an s7 active that was frp and network unlocked. i am trying to use this on tmobile.
my s7 active is running android 7.0
i have a few problems and need assistance
1. the wifi calling option is greyed out under settings. from the home screen using the pulldown menu the wifi option appears to be turned on.
2. text messaging and emails worked for about one day then quit
3. samsung pay has a message ..access to samsung pay has been denied call customer service
4. s health unable to open app. your device had been compromised
any ideas?
thanks
Would this work for switching s7 to Verizon?
Would this work for Verizon or because it's cdma not gsm it won't work
Rooted superman 935F.
Okay. We all know Verizon is a CDMA carrier. However this phone does support the LTE bands. I put my Verizon wireless Sim in from 935U to 935F and I HAD data and was able to run a couple of speed tests and even hotspot for about 5 minutes then boom, I was kicked off the network.
So these bastards check whitelisted imei then blocked it LTE discovery giving error but was still "connected" and in service.
So... Is there a way to flash IMEI from 935U to 935F, and 2 incorporate elements of VOLTE from the 935U into the ROM and get it working. Technically it's "possible" but Verizon obviously doesn't want us to do this. Any developers have any ideas if we could pull this off I could finally get rid of tmaybie.
Why not using 935U?