Database Users

Is there any way to force LTE?

I live right at the edge of a LTE tower and my phone is constantly switching between 3g and 4g. Is there anyway I can force 4g?
Sent from my SPH-L720 using xda app-developers app

Other than getting closer to the tower not really. You can't just make the Sprint network better from your phone. Try updating your prl and profile while on a solid lte connection. You can try manual prls too but I never use them.
Sent from my Sprint Galaxy S4 using Tapatalk 2

{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Unless its a option built into a custom ROM there is no way to do it.

Bummer. Thanks for the answers. Its just annoying when I'm watching a YouTube video over 4g and all of a sudden it switches to 3g.
Sent from my SPH-L720 using xda app-developers app

viper786 said:
Bummer. Thanks for the answers. Its just annoying when I'm watching a YouTube video over 4g and all of a sudden it switches to 3g.
Sent from my SPH-L720 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you are on a ROM that supports the dialer codes you can go into your phone and dial
##3282#
Select "Edit" then input your MSL#
If you need to get your MSL
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271618&highlight=msl
select Others -> HDR/1X Selection and select "LTE Only Mode"
I am not in a 4G area right now so I don't know if this will work or not but it looks like it should do what you are looking for.
If it doesn't work change it back to LTE+CDMA+EVDO Mode
EDIT: The #3282# dialer code works on stock ROMs and I tried this when I got home from work and it does do what you are looking for although if you move into a non 4G area you will need to go back in and enable CDMA to get service.

Awesome! Thanks I'll definitely try this out tomorrow.
Sent from my SPH-L720 using xda app-developers app

AWS Capable?

I've tried to look this up however so far I've seen mixed results.
Is the Verizon variant of the LG G2 AWS able to utilize the AWS spectrum which Verizon is beginning to activate across the USA?

I am trying to find out as well. Specs for the VZW version do not say this device supports band 4 which is where VZW has their AWS spectrum.
I have a family member who works in VZW and he's going to have his"Device Guy" check and let me know.
It may have it, since the GSM model does, and the suspected Nexus 5 passed through FCC with support for band 4, even though it didn't have 7 (VZW LTE)
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk

If phonescoop is correct, it says it does have the ban IV 1700 just like the note 3 and the S4 have.

Ckamc said:
If phonescoop is correct, it says it does have the ban IV 1700 just like the note 3 and the S4 have.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yea, I saw that as well however it's the only website that mentions this. Even the specs on Verizon's website don't mention anything....
Is there a way to check the LTE bands on a phone via an app, (secret) menu or something?

from what I read is only those that are in the AWS area's like new york can check to find out. its the method the signal of the phone connects to the AWS tower. one guy posted that on his iphone that it changing as in the picture provided but I am not sure if about phone will give that level of detail about connection with a tower. see image
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
the 5 and 2050 is what shows that an AWS connection is made

Ckamc said:
from what I read is only those that are in the AWS area's like new york can check to find out. its the method the signal of the phone connects to the AWS tower. one guy posted that on his iphone that it changing as in the picture provided but I am not sure if about phone will give that level of detail about connection with a tower. see image
the 5 and 2050 is what shows that an AWS connection is made
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So we just need to find someone in the NYC area with a G2 and ask them?
Sounds easy enough....

yeah hopefully one see's this thread lol

[Q] n9105f POOR lte SIGNAL ON at&t

Hi Guys,
I just received my N910F, and I notice LTE does not display when it is connected to LTE signal. It displays 4G instead. That is fine with me, but the problem is I only get 1 bar whereas I get full bars with my 2 S4's. using the same sim cards (Starighttalk on AT&T) and same locations.
I tested WCDMA and GSM and the bars are full scale... only when I am on LTE I get just 1 bar...
Is there anyone else having the same problem???
Many thanks
Android 4.4.4 N910FXXU1ANJ4
===============================
Edit:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

xdm9mm said:
Hi Guys,
I just received my N910F, and I notice LTE does not display when it is connected to LTE signal. It displays 4G instead. That is fine with me, but the problem is I only get 1 bar whereas I get full bars with my 2 S4's. using the same sim cards (Starighttalk on AT&T) and same locations.
I tested WCDMA and GSM and the bars are full scale... only when I am on LTE I get just 1 bar...
Is there anyone else having the same problem???
Many thanks
Android 4.4.4 N910FXXU1ANJ4
===============================
Edit:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am experiencing the same issue. I would like to inform you that this is normal for all US carriers. All US carriers, including AT&T has programmed the RSSL cell tower computers to prioritize carrier-branded devices first before BYOD devices. Therefore, you will always experiencing weaker signals on BYOD/unlocked devices on any US carriers.

LTE-X said:
I am experiencing the same issue. I would like to inform you that this is normal for all US carriers. All US carriers, including AT&T has programmed the RSSL cell tower computers to prioritize carrier-branded devices first before BYOD devices. Therefore, you will always experiencing weaker signals on BYOD/unlocked devices on any US carriers.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's good to hear, at least I know it is not the phone being faulty. I have been fiddling with the phone since morning, master reset it three times, etc... but where did you get this info? Do you have a link ? Thanks

Here is a very long chat about Note 4's on the sprint network having the same problem as mine... I will update this thread as I find more.
https://community.sprint.com/baw/thread/177615?start=0&tstart=0

That's what AT&T Level 3 technician informed me of. I think this is just another method that carriers use to earn more money by forcing you to purchase phones from them.

Nexus 5x T-Mobile speeds

I have to admit, after ordering my Nexus 5x i was a little worried thinking the lack of Band 12 til T-Mobile/Google gets it sorted out was going to give me crap signal. Boy was I wrong! [emoji1] Obviously this is all relative to location, but I couldn't be happier with these results and willing to wait for official Band 12 support.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk

While I don't see speeds that high, I do agree on being pleasantly surprised with the 5X speeds on T-Mobile. I get considerable higher speeds than I did on my Moto X 2014, and LTE signal in a couple places the Moto would drop to edge. Considering Moto has a reputation for having some of the best radios, I was happy to see a noticeable signal increase with the 5X.

T-Mo user here as well. I have to say this is the strongest radio I have had in a phone yet. I even get a signal in my basement without band 12. Well done LG.

I´ve seem similar results on att. Much faster than any previous phone i've had.

It's also nice how the phone can take voice calls over LTE without falling back to H or H+. Can browse the web wile on hold
Sent from my Nexus 5X

Has speedtest app been updated in the last 2-3 years?
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

H0tep, it was just updated last week.

I'm getting similar speeds on Sprint when I'm at work. At home though, i get about 1/3 that.

gotzaDroid said:
H0tep, it was just updated last week.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
NICE!
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Well, my Verizon only gets 68.47M download speed. so sad

Since I moved my SIM from my Moto X Pure Edition to the 5x I've only been able to get a connection of 5mb down and .50mb up. Not sure what it could be

Post your mobile data speeds!

I had never been concerned with data speeds on the Moto G, it always just worked and I never had speed issues so I didn't worry about it for the most part. But after doing some testing I'm pretty impressed with the throughput on this device.
Please post your carrier, geographic area, and signal type, strength, and band (use LTE Discovery or SignalCheck Lite)
AT&T - Bismarck, ND USA
LTE Band 2 - 1900Mhz @ - 88dBm
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
AT&T - Bismarck, ND USA
HSPA @ - 71dBm (this is probably HSPA+ but CM based roms don't seem to report 2G/3G modes correctly but still work)
Sent from my MotoG3 using Tapatalk

I"ll have to do a screenshot later but I know I don't approach your best speed. The best I"ve seen is about 45Mbps down and 8 to 10 up. I have AT&T in Greenville, SC and I get my best speeds testing to a Comcast server in Atlanta, GA about 110 miles away. My pings run 89-90 ms. Of course there's so many people here with cell phones and it's just you and that other person in ND isn't it. JK

Tel864 said:
I"ll have to do a screenshot later but I know I don't approach your best speed. The best I"ve seen is about 45Mbps down and 8 to 10 up. I have AT&T in Greenville, SC and I get my best speeds testing to a Comcast server in Atlanta, GA about 110 miles away. My pings run 89-90 ms. Of course there's so many people here with cell phones and it's just you and that other person in ND isn't it. JK
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Funny part is, this afternoon I got this text message:
AT&T Free Msg: We've made network improvements to deliver faster download and upload speeds in the Bismarck, ND area. Thank you for being a valued AT&T customer! Reply stop to end network msgs.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sent from my MotoG3 using Tapatalk

I haven't seen that. Of course I work for them and we're usually the last to find out.
Sent from my SM-T530NU using XDA-Developers mobile app