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Trying to delete wifi calling?

What's up XDA,
Trying to delete Wi-Fi calling from my wife's T-Mobile Galaxy Note 3. But, I can't seem to get it all.
Here is what I've done so far:
1. Rooted
2. Installed Titanium Backup
3. Blew away all T-Mobile junk apps
However wifi calling is labeled differently somehow than on previous devices. Because I know longer see an option for it but when I activate wifi it comes on???
Does anyone know the exact things to delete to totally remove wifi calling?

apollostees said:
What's up XDA,
Trying to delete Wi-Fi calling from my wife's T-Mobile Galaxy Note 3. But, I can't seem to get it all.
Here is what I've done so far:
1. Rooted
2. Installed Titanium Backup
3. Blew away all T-Mobile junk apps
However wifi calling is labeled differently somehow than on previous devices. Because I know longer see an option for it but when I activate wifi it comes on???
Does anyone know the exact things to delete to totally remove wifi calling?
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I don't know how to get rid of it, but please tell me why you want to.
Even if you don't want to use it now there's a good chance you'll need it later.
I work in Atlanta and in many office buildings the T-Mobile cell signal is horrible. I suppose it's something to do with the metal frames.
I also get little or no signal in some businesses with metal roofs, like Lowes, Home Depot, and soon. When I go to that sort of place I can often still get & pace calls because of the WiFi calling.
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gnik luap said:
I don't know how to get rid of it, but please tell me why you want to.
Even if you don't want to use it now there's a good chance you'll need it later.
I work in Atlanta and in many office buildings the T-Mobile cell signal is horrible. I suppose it's something to do with the metal frames.
I also get little or no signal in some businesses with metal roofs, like Lowes, Home Depot, and soon. When I go to that sort of place I can often still get & pace calls because of the WiFi calling.
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maybe he's not on t-mobile??? lol

Is just turning it off not an option for you?
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FoeKilla said:
Is just turning it off not an option for you?
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In the end this is what I did. It's weird how it's backed in to the rom, where as it used to be more of an app.

[AT&T] 4.4.2 Update CHANGES

I'm starting this thread because the official update thread has become more of a "I can't update" and "this is how you get around that problem" than about the result of the update... which is not only fine but important. But I think it's just as important we discuss whatever changes are taking place in the new update once it successfully installs.
This thread is strictly for AT&T, and I encourage others to start one for other carriers as the bloatware and other crap will differ.
What I know:
- OTA Kit Kat update began rolling out on March 26th with the majority of updates available in the evening and then mass-available the following day (I updated on the 27th).
- If you have not rooted your phone, most people should have no problems with the OTA. If you are experiencing issues, go to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51457419
- Once the update is complete, a number of people (or everyone?) have reported (including myself) that touch does not work on boot. You can take out the S-pen, navigate as needed, and tell the phone to reboot. Once rebooted again, touch should be restored (verified on multiple reports).
- New, faster boot time.
- More responsive menus and motion.
- Revised status icons from the "colorful" Jelly Bean look to the monochromatic grey.
- Reports of hotspot being disabled (which means AT&T lied IMO when they sold me on the "hot spot is free now" line).
- Google Wallet does not allow click to pay (someone else will need to elaborate since I have never used Wallet)
- There is presently no root for the OTA version of KK (that I know of)
Please add to this, evaluate what bloatware remains, or was added, what works still, what doesn't that used to work on JB, and so on.
Also, someone with an S-view case please let us know if the S-view window functionality still works.

Suleeto said:
Once the update is complete, a number of people (or everyone?) have reported (including myself) that touch does not work on boot.
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Nope, not everyone. I never encountered the problem.
Google Wallet does not allow click to pay
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That's not a change. Google Wallet click-to-play has never worked on the AT&T Note 3.
Please add to this
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FoxFi no longer enables the phone to serve as a free WiFi hotspot.

i have the official samsung branded flip cover and it works even better with the OTA update. It gives you more features when accepting calls. And overall more fluid.

Gary02468 said:
Nope, not everyone. I never encountered the problem.
That's not a change. Google Wallet click-to-play has never worked on the AT&T Note 3.
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That's ok, I stated that a number of people did, not everyone. Not sure why. It could be due to whatever software was previously installed. But for those that have the issue, there's the fix.
I wil be honest, I have an unofficial S-view cover. But I just yesterday got my otterbox and struggled to get it on, dust-free. *sigh*.... .I will do my duty now and remove it from the otterbox and reinstall the generic S-view cover. FWIW it LOOKS official... has "Galaxy Note 3" in the official logo style on the bottom and "Samsung" on the back, embossed into the vinyl. Cost me 9 bux shipped. Worked fine before, absolutely nothing wrong with it whatsoever.

Suleeto said:
That's ok, I stated that a number of people did, not everyone.
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You asked if it was everyone. I was just answering your question.
Anyway, thanks for compiling the list!

Here is the Official Announcement from AT&T in regards to the KitKat upgrade for our Note 3's.
Android™ 4.4 KitKat® Now Available for Samsung Galaxy Note® 3 Customers

I don't trust the "official" announcement. They're gonna play up what they want, and fail to mention what they take from us. Reports from actual owners/users is what we're after here.

nigerson said:
i have the official samsung branded flip cover and it works even better with the OTA update. It gives you more features when accepting calls. And overall more fluid.
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What features? I haven't noticed a difference from 4.3 and I also have the official S-View cover.

Got the Note 3 a month ago andI was very dissapointed that the Note 3 GPS voice was much worse that the Note 1. With the KK OTA upgrade, the GPS voice was changed and sounds better (although I think they put too much base/low tones in it).

Jim Dead said:
Got the Note 3 a month ago andI was very dissapointed that the Note 3 GPS voice was much worse that the Note 1. With the KK OTA upgrade, the GPS voice was changed and sounds better (although I think they put too much base/low tones in it).
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Thats because it's the Samsung voice you're hearing, not the standard Android "voice". You can change this in Settings to the stock Android voice.

dmbfan13 said:
Thats because it's the Samsung voice you're hearing, not the standard Android "voice". You can change this in Settings to the stock Android voice.
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Could also install one of the IVONA TTS voices, those are pretty good in my experience

Tethering is working for me on KK through the system menu via FoxFi.

Jim Dead said:
Got the Note 3 a month ago andI was very dissapointed that the Note 3 GPS voice was much worse that the Note 1. With the KK OTA upgrade, the GPS voice was changed and sounds better (although I think they put too much base/low tones in it).
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Google tts was recently made available in the play store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.tts
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Both tethering and hotspots are working for me

jnrdata said:
Both tethering and hotspots are working for me
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What's your data plan?

Gary02468 said:
What's your data plan?
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I am on the new 10gb shared family plan and it is working.

Gary02468 said:
What's your data plan?
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10 gig family shared value plan

Suleeto said:
I don't trust the "official" announcement. They're gonna play up what they want, and fail to mention what they take from us. Reports from actual owners/users is what we're after here.
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same here don't trust the announcement anymore and planning now to move to windows phone and getting nokia lumia 1520

I haven't updated (I won't give up Safestrap), but from what I've seen, almost all the "improvements" have been done to 4.3 by the devs here. I have a PIN coded lock screen - with a camera. My GPS works except when I turn out of the development. (In the entire city, and on 75 mile trips, that's the only place it glitches, and it recovers in about 3 seconds) ... The only real "improvements I see are a little bit more RAM, a little faster (faster than X-Note on 4.3?) and default text app (but since I run the Kit Kat app, and there's nothing else installed, that's a big yawn to me).
AFAIC, this isn't 4.4.2, it's 4.3.1, with a few things broken from what you guys are saying. It's a minor point upgrade, nothing like what I think most of us were anticipating all fall.

Can't side load any apps. The install button doesn't work.
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New Update August 10th - Stagefright Patch

http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.

Cool 5.1.1 would be nice as well
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brian117 said:
http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.
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Once someone has updated if you are not rooted I'd gladly post the firmware to the thread mentioned.

I wonder if it's too much to hope for a fix to the issues dialing out via Google Voice?
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andyadler said:
I wonder if it's too much to hope for a fix to the issues dialing out via Google Voice?
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There are 3 different 6045i firmwares in the stock image thread. You could have backed up one at a time till you got one that worked with google voice and didn't have other issues.

But wouldn't that negate the positive results of the most recent update (improved DTTW, etc.)?
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brian117 said:
http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-3-get-stagefright-fix-beginning-august-10
Seems the Idol 3 is receiving the Stagefright patch! I'm surprised Alcatel is actually keeping up with this phone and releasing needed updates. Now if only we could get Android 5.1 or even Android M.
For those who have rooted, I'm sure you will have to un-root in order to get this via OTA or follow famewolf's thread here.
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Why would you be surprised? It is stock Android with no carrier certification required. Just patch and go...

andyadler said:
But wouldn't that negate the positive results of the most recent update (improved DTTW, etc.)?
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Depends on your priorities...I for one have no problem using hangout dialer for the calls I want to make over data which still works fine.

if they could fix the lags too
i was wondering, if we can't get ota update is it still possible to use the file update while being rooted?

hope this don't cause lags.. had the opposite result the last time I've updated..it was a mess

Well, I also use Hangouts Dialer and agree it's not a huge imposition. Still, no other handset I've ever used has had this bug, and I'd like the option of using the native dialer with GV. Regards from New Orleans...A.
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Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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andyadler said:
Well, I also use Hangouts Dialer and agree it's not a huge imposition. Still, no other handset I've ever used has had this bug, and I'd like the option of using the native dialer with GV. Regards from New Orleans...A.
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Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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Off topic. But how do you like or compare to the blu life one 2015?

I like the Blu Life One LTE quite a bit. Bought it for $99 off Amazon during a pre-order promotion, and have been using out to compare various carriers alongside my Idol 3. Considering that it has only 1 gig of RAM, it's remarkably smooth. Very bright 720p display, good battery life. A paltry 8g of onboard storage, but I'm an app minimalist, and it does take an optional SD card. Dual SIM capability which has come in handy, though you must choose between SD card or SIM 2.
The Idol 3 is considerably more powerful (600-class Snapdragon versus 400; 2 gigs of RAM, bigger, full HD display, etc.). Covers more LTE bands, including Band 12, which is important for T-Mobile users like myself. Substantially better speakers.
I'm somewhat of a phone hobbyist, and have been playing with a number of inexpensive handsets lately (these two and a Lumia 640 -- amazing phone for $100 or less). I've gained new respect for this class of handset. See little or no need to pay flagship prices. But I don't game, so don't tax a CPU as some other users might.
I've been using an HTC One M7 on Verizon, but an going to move to T-Mobile. Coverage is solid here in New Orleans, and for my family (four of us) it's vastly less expensive, with vastly more data.
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andyadler said:
Update: Alcatel has announced, via rep Jason Gerdon, that the upcoming update will include a fix for the Google Voice issue (and SMS time stamp inconsistencies).
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Do you have a source for that bit of news? Are there any other fixes coming besides Stagefright, GV, and SMS timestamp issues?
Nevermind, found it. Source of his posting here.
Hi All --
Wanted to let you guys know a new software update for IDOL 3 users will be released on or around August 10. This update will initially be available to IDOL 3 customers in the U.S. and will address fixes for Google Voice and SMS time stamp issues experienced by some users, as well as a Google security patch for the Stagefright vulnerability. For IDOL 3 customers in Canada, we are working with our carrier partners and hope to have an availability update for this very shortly.
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Posted a thread that should be useful to the folks who plan to revert to stock to install the update. http://forum.xda-developers.com/ido...e-custom-update-zips-to-t3175068?goto=newpost
I plan to give it a try and if it works I'll TRY to capture the 6045i update url as I did the previous updates..(I use a transparent squid proxy that all devices in my house go through to get to the internet. It allows me to intercept the url)..if I can get the update.zip downloaded I will make it available and perhaps some users will be able to sideload the update with less hassle.

I plan to give it a try and if it works I'll TRY to capture the 6045i update url as I did the previous updates..(I use a transparent squid proxy that all devices in my house go through to get to the internet. It allows me to intercept the url)..if I can get the update.zip downloaded I will make it available and perhaps some users will be able to sideload the update with less hassle.
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That would be awesome. I'm in Canada and don't want to have to wait for my carrier to 'Ok' an update for a major security issue like this.

If that could be done for 6045k since I saw one user on this forum from Portugal with K model and 01003 update..
Meaning the update is pushed different from region to region..
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Once someone who is un-rooted receives notification of this update, would you please post here letting us know the update has started to roll out? I don't think rooted users will get a notification of the update since we can't even check for one without getting a notification of being rooted.

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Once someone who is un-rooted receives notification of this update, would you please post here letting us know the update has started to roll out? I don't think rooted users will get a notification of the update since we can't even check for one without getting a notification of being rooted.
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So if I unroot to get this update, am I even going to be able to reroot?
I was really hoping I wouldn't have to mess around with anything more on this phone until CM is out for it.

dennygreen said:
So if I unroot to get this update, am I even going to be able to reroot?
I was really hoping I wouldn't have to mess around with anything more on this phone until CM is out for it.
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Pretty sure you will still be able to re-root.
I can confirm that using the Full Unroot method via SuperSU works on this phone. I just ran it out of curiosity and followed the steps and SuperSU is gone from the app drawer and I am able to check for updates. See screenshots:

11/15 - Sprint Update - Version: N950USQU2BQJB/N950U0YN2BQJB/N950USQU2BQJB

The update for the Sprint Note 8 variant is out. It brings the security patch level to October 1st.

Bachatu said:
The update for the Sprint Note 8 variant is out. It brings the security patch level to October 1st.
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I definitely think that is the update that's gonna prevent samFail root method and being able to roll back to previous fw. Thank God I'm already rooted and can't take that update. Hopefully someone will figure out a way to pull the Calling Plus feature from this update so we can take advantage of the VoLTE.

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I definitely think that is the update that's gonna prevent samFail root method and being able to roll back to previous fw. Thank God I'm already rooted and can't take that update. Hopefully someone will figure out a way to pull the Calling Plus feature from this update so we can take advantage of the VoLTE.
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To be honest since I switched from HTC to the Note series I haven't missed rooting and flashing much. I use package disable pro to disable apps and now use Disconnect Pro to block ads.
I'm happy to have simultaneous call and data back. Just used it and it worked as advertised! One thing I noticed is the calls did not connect as HD voice calls.

Bachatu said:
The update for the Sprint Note 8 variant is out. It brings the security patch level to October 1st.
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Would you happen to know if this kills the hotspot mod by chance, thanks

kaidok997 said:
Would you happen to know if this kills the hotspot mod by chance, thanks
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Not sure, Hotspot is included with my Sprint Plan.

kaidok997 said:
Would you happen to know if this kills the hotspot mod by chance, thanks
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As far as I can tell....no. You do have to redo it though. Mine still works after the update.

fogame said:
As far as I can tell....no. You do have to redo it though. Mine still works after the update.
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Great!, thanks
Update!! I installed the update and i suppose i was lucky and didn't have to re-do it(not a big deal) but i have to say my signal is awesome i went from 2 to 3 bars to full signal..i love this little sprint gift.

kaidok997 said:
Great!, thanks
Update!! I installed the update and i suppose i was lucky and didn't have to re-do it(not a big deal) but i have to say my signal is awesome i went from 2 to 3 bars to full signal..i love this little sprint gift.
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I agree with you, my reception has greatly improved since this update.

Dang I just rooted my phone 2 days ago and I love having root! Can't live without viper audio lol so hopefully we will get root on this firmware soon

Holy rooster poop, this call plus is awesome. I longed for the day when i could take a phone call and use my hotspot at the same time..Heck yes i did!

That time I envy not being on the Sprint version just happened.. waiting on the unlocked update lol anyone have the unlocked version and flashed the Sprint version yet? Data while on call is game changer

Now we just need the built in samsung caller id lol

Almost worth losing root to get this update. VoLTE is something I really want lol

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Now we just need the built in samsung caller id lol
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I have been searching for a way to make this work. No good progress so far....

Bachatu said:
I have been searching for a way to make this work. No good progress so far....
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Shortcut Master finds the app for it and allows you to turn it on, but not sure if it works past that.

So is VoLTE Included in this update

smiley45 said:
So is VoLTE Included in this update
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Yes.

Well i have found a weird issue, and i don't believe it was there before the update. Microsoft Word will not open(crashes instantly) same for Excel, and MS apps. Then i notice my icons frame option is greyed out and i haven't a clue.

I have the unlocked note 8 with the Sprint firmware flashed to it and I got the update yesterday. I did not notice any bloatware being added after flashing. But I did get wifi calling and now have calling plus after the update.

Root and calling plus working for me have to move a few files around but it works

Verizon wear24 any way to unlock for use with other carrier?

I just picked up a Verizon Wear24 for cheap. I'm a Project Fi user and would like to get rid of the verizon crap on the watch and link it more completely to my phone. I'm new to Android Wear but not to android. Is there a way to unlock AW and flash a more stock ROM?

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I just picked up a Verizon Wear24 for cheap. I'm a Project Fi user and would like to get rid of the verizon crap on the watch and link it more completely to my phone. I'm new to Android Wear but not to android. Is there a way to unlock AW and flash a more stock ROM?
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The SIM actually comes out in this if you take it apart enough. You can replace with any SIM of your choosing. The real problem is that the phone is limited on bands as it is just LTE band 13. Let's say you succeeded in adding bands, you would still have an issue entering APN settings as this menu is restricted.

Without root you cannot add any bands. i did this with my tmobile lg g3 back in the day. while complicated it did work.
Has anyone rooted this watch?

Adding bands to qualcomm you must patch rmt-storage or any modifications to the bands will revert
then you have to enable APN menu as adding new APN is disabled on this firmware.

Since this watch was available at $80, a lot of people jump in to get one. Hopefully with time we get more developers to be involve. I'm looking to replace the bands. As of now I don't care about LATE. But I wish we can enable NFC for Android pay

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Since this watch was available at $80, a lot of people jump in to get one. Hopefully with time we get more developers to be involve. I'm looking to replace the bands. As of now I don't care about LATE. But I wish we can enable NFC for Android pay
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Same here, working android pay would be great!
Would be nice to have separate forum for this model

Ordered mine for $80 and received it today. It would be nice to see the developers work some magic on this thing. Don't like the fact its stuck on Verizon and all the Verizon bloat on it. I can live without LTE but would love to see the Verizon SMS app and stuff go.

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Ordered mine for $80 and received it today. It would be nice to see the developers work some magic on this thing. Don't like the fact its stuck on Verizon and all the Verizon bloat on it. I can live without LTE but would love to see the Verizon SMS app and stuff go.
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For now you can just disable the Message+ app in System apps. Also disable the cellular radio.

Interesting approach, wonder if you can still send and receive texts with Message+ disabled?

Working for me fine

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Working for me fine
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That's great news. Can't wait to try.
This is one of the common review cons for the Wear24. Would be awesome if it was that easy [emoji16]

dattguy said:
That's great news. Can't wait to try.
This is one of the common review cons for the Wear24. Would be awesome if it was that easy [emoji16]
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Yeah, folks should probably use it for some time before posting review.
Too bad we won't see any updates but for $75 this watch is great buy.

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Yeah, folks should probably use it for some time before posting review.
Too bad we won't see any updates but for $75 this watch is great buy.
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It is, I bought a couple. There were enough sold that root and rooms will come...

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Working for me fine
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I have Sprint. Will I be able to receive calls via Bluetooth (speaker phone)? I have been told different things. Also will texting work like normal (voice response)without the Verizon text app? Will it work like another watch that isn't carrier specific?

Clayter21 said:
I have Sprint. Will I be able to receive calls via Bluetooth (speaker phone)? I have been told different things. Also will texting work like normal (voice response)without the Verizon text app? Will it work like another watch that isn't carrier specific?
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yes for the speaker phone function
yes for texting (I'm using the defaults android messaging app and hangouts)

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yes for the speaker phone function
yes for texting (I'm using the defaults android messaging app and hangouts)
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That's freaking awesome news thanks. I've been told by bunch of people that it won't work at all unless you have Verizon however it doesn't make sense because it's Android Wear watch

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yes for the speaker phone function
yes for texting (I'm using the defaults android messaging app and hangouts)
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Well mine came with wear 2.0 and speaker phone died not work and cannot text by voice. Any suggestions?

Clayter21 said:
Well mine came with wear 2.0 and speaker phone died not work and cannot text by voice. Any suggestions?
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Check if your BT profile is set to phone audio.
Or reset the watch and start over

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Check if your BT profile is set to phone audio.
Or reset the watch and start over
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Bt is phone audio. I'll do a reset see if that helps. Hope so because it is a nice watch. Maybe we will get stock wear it soon and have the full potential unlocked.

Tried the reset but no change. Everything seems to work except the mic. Google assist also does not work for texting with ok google. Watch is solid tho.