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Anyone know if this will work with Google fi? Curious to find out once this phone is released. Hope someone pops in a fi sim and finds out rather quickly. :good:
The only phone that will work with Fi right now is the Nexus 6. In the future more phones are planned, but for now there's only the one device supported.
That being said, popping in a sim card may get a connection to Sprint and T-Mobile towers running(doubtful to me), but you would not be able to use the wifi calling and mms benefits associated with Fi without the extra (N6 exclusive) software loaded into the phone.
Seeing the the Moto X Pure is built for any U.S. Carrier, it would be an excellent candidate for Fi when compatibility opens up. I just wish it would also pull signal from AT&T or Verizon.
I did read somewhere that someone was able to get fi working on their Nexus 5, but don't recall if that included the wifi calling or not.
If not it's built in on Android M and all the frequency are there so sooner or later it will. But as soon as it's available I will find out
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
I just purchased the ZTE Axon 7
I'm trying to find a pinned post on the steps I need to take to have this new cell be Verizon compatible.
Please can someone direct me to where there may be previous discussions on this as I can't find it.
We've been on virgin mobile for a long time so we don't have a GSM SIM so I just need to know what kind of phone I need to get with the nano (?) SIM and the next steps to get Verizon on the new phones.
Thanks!
I'm pretty sure all you need is a valid Verizon nano-SIM.
This may help too:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/help/verizon-compatibility-t3420991
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I just purchased the ZTE Axon 7
I'm trying to find a pinned post on the steps I need to take to have this new cell be Verizon compatible.
Please can someone direct me to where there may be previous discussions on this as I can't find it.
We've been on virgin mobile for a long time so we don't have a GSM SIM so I just need to know what kind of phone I need to get with the nano (?) SIM and the next steps to get Verizon on the new phones.
Thanks!
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You'll need to purchase the A2017U model, which is the standard USA-unlocked model. There is not a specific Verizon variant of the Axon 7.
The Axon 7 is sort of Verizon compatible, but there are issues. Also, unless you already have an active Verizon SIM available to you, you CANNOT activate an Axon 7 on Verizon - Verizon will not activate SIMs with this device. You'll have to already have an active Verizon SIM to use the Axon 7.
So, that said...here's a summary of the issues. For one, the phone will often show [falsely] that it's roaming, so you'll have to turn data roaming on. Also, when data service is on eHRPD or EvDO 3G or 1X, the carrier will be '123456' or '31000' or '002127.' Finally, a GSM SIM is, in my opinion, *essential* to properly set up the radio on initial activation. GSM SIMs can be purchased from many places including Target/Wal-Mart/grocery stores, etc...and a non-active GSM SIM will work fine. But...in my experience, performing *initial* set up of your Axon 7 with a Verizon SIM will cause radio problems later, most commonly a lack of LTE connectivity and sometimes additional problems with calls and texts. So it's very wise to obtain a GSM SIM (a friend's or, again, an inactive one will do fine) with which you should perform initial setup. After initial set-up with the GSM SIM and a few reboots, the Verizon SIM can be inserted.
Anyway, I've had my Axon 7 on Verizon for about three months and it's worked ok...but here are the steps I'd suggest if you can obtain both a GSM SIM and an already active Verizon SIM:
1) Deactivate "Advanced Calling" in your Verizon account, if it's active. Also, turn off the Advanced Calling setting in your previous Verizon device as appropriate and make a call on your old phone over 1X to make sure VoLTE is fully disabled on your account.
2) Acquire a GSM SIM card (i.e., AT&T, T-Mobile, or any of their respective MVNOs). This SIM card does *not* need to be active - a friend's will do fine as well.
3) Perform initial setup of the Axon 7 with the GSM SIM card inserted.
4) Reboot the phone once after setup is complete. Wait a few minutes.
5) Turn off phone, and insert your active Verizon SIM card.
6) Reboot the phone.
7) Enable the "Data roaming" setting in the Dual SIM settings/mobile networks. This is necessary due to a problem in ZTE's firmware on this device.
Finally, just as a note - VoLTE and WiFi Calling on Verizon do not work on the Axon 7 at present. Calls must be made over CDMA 1X...so if you're in a Verizon LTE-only area you won't have calls and you might not have texts either.
Good luck!
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You'll need to purchase the A2017U model, which is the standard USA-unlocked model. There is not a specific Verizon variant of the Axon 7.
The Axon 7 is sort of Verizon compatible, but there are issues. Also, unless you already have an active Verizon SIM available to you, you CANNOT activate an Axon 7 on Verizon - Verizon will not activate SIMs with this device. You'll have to already have an active Verizon SIM to use the Axon 7.
So, that said...here's a summary of the issues. For one, the phone will often show [falsely] that it's roaming, so you'll have to turn data roaming on. Also, when data service is on eHRPD or EvDO 3G or 1X, the carrier will be '123456' or '31000' or '002127.' Finally, a GSM SIM is, in my opinion, *essential* to properly set up the radio on initial activation. GSM SIMs can be purchased from many places including Target/Wal-Mart/grocery stores, etc...and a non-active GSM SIM will work fine. But...in my experience, performing *initial* set up of your Axon 7 with a Verizon SIM will cause radio problems later, most commonly a lack of LTE connectivity and sometimes additional problems with calls and texts. So it's very wise to obtain a GSM SIM (a friend's or, again, an inactive one will do fine) with which you should perform initial setup. After initial set-up with the GSM SIM and a few reboots, the Verizon SIM can be inserted.
Anyway, I've had my Axon 7 on Verizon for about three months and it's worked ok...but here are the steps I'd suggest if you can obtain both a GSM SIM and an already active Verizon SIM:
1) Deactivate "Advanced Calling" in your Verizon account, if it's active. Also, turn off the Advanced Calling setting in your previous Verizon device as appropriate and make a call on your old phone over 1X to make sure VoLTE is fully disabled on your account.
2) Acquire a GSM SIM card (i.e., AT&T, T-Mobile, or any of their respective MVNOs). This SIM card does *not* need to be active - a friend's will do fine as well.
3) Perform initial setup of the Axon 7 with the GSM SIM card inserted.
4) Reboot the phone once after setup is complete. Wait a few minutes.
5) Turn off phone, and insert your active Verizon SIM card.
6) Reboot the phone.
7) Enable the "Data roaming" setting in the Dual SIM settings/mobile networks. This is necessary due to a problem in ZTE's firmware on this device.
Finally, just as a note - VoLTE and WiFi Calling on Verizon do not work on the Axon 7 at present. Calls must be made over CDMA 1X...so if you're in a Verizon LTE-only area you won't have calls and you might not have texts either.
Good luck!
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Thanks so much for taking the time to write all the steps! You said.I had to get the A2017U model is there a reason for this? I just noticed the model I just purchased is the A7G330 and A7G331 will the above steps work on those phones?
Thanks again!
scoochy said:
Thanks so much for taking the time to write all the steps! You said.I had to get the A2017U model is there a reason for this? I just noticed the model I just purchased is the A7G330 and A7G331 will the above steps work on those phones?
Thanks again!
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The A7G331 will be the correct model, yes...not sure about the A7G330 - did you mean the A7G333? These model numbers just differentiate between colors...with the A7G331 being the grey one and the A7G333 the gold one. The A2017U is both of these...these model numbers just differentiate color.
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The A7G331 will be the correct model, yes...not sure about the A7G330 - did you mean the A7G333? These model numbers just differentiate between colors...with the A7G331 being the grey one and the A7G333 the gold one. The A2017U is both of these...these model numbers just differentiate color.
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oh shucks....I'm so embarrassed! It's just the difference in colour. oh boy I'm such a noob!
Thanks - and yes A7G333
Pre Paid Verizon Phone with SIM?
Can someone please tell me what kind of phones have a SIM card for verizon? Moto E2 can't seem to find any in stock. Am seeing a lot of phones but no SIM.
Thanks
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Can someone please tell me what kind of phones have a SIM card for verizon? Moto E2 can't seem to find any in stock. Am seeing a lot of phones but no SIM.
Thanks
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I am a little ignorant on this subject, but I was always under the impression that one could simply purchase a SIM/nano-SIM for around $29?
EDIT: Yikes, OK $45... but here is a link: https://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/4g-sim-activation-kit/
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I am a little ignorant on this subject, but I was always under the impression that one could simply purchase a SIM/nano-SIM for around $29?
EDIT: Yikes, OK $45... but here is a link: https://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/4g-sim-activation-kit/
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Yeah, I know I can buy verizon prepaid SIM thing is....can't activate.it.in my new Axon 7 so need a Verizon phone to activate and then switch SIM over to Axon.
Was just looking for a cheap one with SIM already installed.
Ah gotcha, sorry.
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Can someone please tell me what kind of phones have a SIM card for verizon? Moto E2 can't seem to find any in stock. Am seeing a lot of phones but no SIM.
Thanks
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Yeah this is always a big pain for sure...you'll need a nano-SIM Verizon branded phone (though you can cut down the SIM to nano size for the Axon 7 if you need to if you can't find a Verizon nano-SIM one) *or* a [unlocked as necessary] Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, Google Pixel, Moto X Pure Edition 2015, or [unlocked or Verizon] iPhone 6/6 Plus/6S/6S Plus (and maybe a few others?)
Swappa.com is a really good place to get cheap, used Verizon phones with activate-able ESNs/IMEIs: https://swappa.com/buy/devices/verizon
Often you can buy a Verizon prepaid phone+SIM at WalMart for fairly cheap too but there are some limitations *if* you're planning on going postpaid (I think it has to be paid for a month on Prepaid before it can be used on postpaid or something)...but I believe if you're planning on activating a prepaid account you can get like an HTC Desire 526 from WalMart maybe and then activate on Verizon PrePaid and pay your first month and then move the SIM card into your Axon 7 right away...and then perhaps [hopefully] activate any the other SIMs with the same phone if you're wanting to do multiple ones. In this video, Total Tech seems to be able to pull the SIM out and I presume you could then just add it to a different phone, though the Verizon SIM is adhered somewhat to the tray of the 526 it appears: https://youtu.be/PC1y4b0zCHQ
Good luck!!!
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Yeah this is always a big pain for sure...you'll need a nano-SIM Verizon branded phone (though you can cut down the SIM to nano size for the Axon 7 if you need to if you can't find a Verizon nano-SIM one) *or* a [unlocked as necessary] Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, Google Pixel, Moto X Pure Edition 2015, or [unlocked or Verizon] iPhone 6/6 Plus/6S/6S Plus (and maybe a few others?)
Swappa.com is a really good place to get cheap, used Verizon phones with activate-able ESNs/IMEIs: https://swappa.com/buy/devices/verizon
Often you can buy a Verizon prepaid phone+SIM at WalMart for fairly cheap too but there are some limitations *if* you're planning on going postpaid (I think it has to be paid for a month on Prepaid before it can be used on postpaid or something)...but I believe if you're planning on activating a prepaid account you can get like an HTC Desire 526 from WalMart maybe and then activate on Verizon PrePaid and pay your first month and then move the SIM card into your Axon 7 right away...and then perhaps [hopefully] activate any the other SIMs with the same phone if you're wanting to do multiple ones. In this video, Total Tech seems to be able to pull the SIM out and I presume you could then just add it to a different phone, though the Verizon SIM is adhered somewhat to the tray of the 526 it appears: https://youtu.be/PC1y4b0zCHQ
Good luck!!!
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Ah that's brilliant thanks Andy!
flyer_andy said:
Often you can buy a Verizon prepaid phone+SIM at WalMart for fairly cheap too but there are some limitations *if* you're planning on going postpaid (I think it has to be paid for a month on Prepaid before it can be used on postpaid or something)...but I believe if you're planning on activating a prepaid account you can get like an HTC Desire 526 from WalMart maybe and then activate on Verizon PrePaid and pay your first month and then move the SIM card into your Axon 7 right away...and then perhaps [hopefully] activate any the other SIMs with the same phone if you're wanting to do multiple ones. In this video, Total Tech seems to be able to pull the SIM out and I presume you could then just add it to a different phone, though the Verizon SIM is adhered somewhat to the tray of the 526 it appears: https://youtu.be/PC1y4b0zCHQ
Good luck!!!
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So I found a cheap Verizon prepaid phone at Walmart with nano SIM yeah! So going to pick up as Axon 7 came today so will set up. Now for the GSM SIM does that have to be nano or Micro SIM or if it doesn't matter. . .
I read somewhere on the forums that there are two slots - SIM 1 for CDMA, SIM2 GSM? I can't quite remember if that's the right way around.
Anyway...off I go! Hope this works the phone looks really nice & I haven't even switched it on yet.
Skingy1 said:
So I found a cheap Verizon prepaid phone at Walmart with nano SIM yeah! So going to pick up as Axon 7 came today so will set up. Now for the GSM SIM does that have to be nano or Micro SIM or if it doesn't matter. . .
I read somewhere on the forums that there are two slots - SIM 1 for CDMA, SIM2 GSM? I can't quite remember if that's the right way around.
Anyway...off I go! Hope this works the phone looks really nice & I haven't even switched it on yet.
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It should be a nano-SIM in both slots. And when you activate, the GSM SIM should be used in slot 1 (the Verizon slot). Then you can put the Verizon SIM in after a few reboots. For dual-SIM purposes only, slot 1 must be CDMA and slot 2 is GSM...but for single SIM operation slot 1 can be either one.
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Yeah this is always a big pain for sure...you'll need a nano-SIM Verizon branded phone (though you can cut down the SIM to nano size for the Axon 7 if you need to if you can't find a Verizon nano-SIM one) *or* a [unlocked as necessary] Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, Google Pixel, Moto X Pure Edition 2015, or [unlocked or Verizon] iPhone 6/6 Plus/6S/6S Plus (and maybe a few others?)
Swappa.com is a really good place to get cheap, used Verizon phones with activate-able ESNs/IMEIs: https://swappa.com/buy/devices/verizon
Often you can buy a Verizon prepaid phone+SIM at WalMart for fairly cheap too but there are some limitations *if* you're planning on going postpaid (I think it has to be paid for a month on Prepaid before it can be used on postpaid or something)...but I believe if you're planning on activating a prepaid account you can get like an HTC Desire 526 from WalMart maybe and then activate on Verizon PrePaid and pay your first month and then move the SIM card into your Axon 7 right away...and then perhaps [hopefully] activate any the other SIMs with the same phone if you're wanting to do multiple ones. In this video, Total Tech seems to be able to pull the SIM out and I presume you could then just add it to a different phone, though the Verizon SIM is adhered somewhat to the tray of the 526 it appears: https://youtu.be/PC1y4b0zCHQ
Good luck!!!
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It should be a nano-SIM in both slots. And when you activate, the GSM SIM should be used in slot 1 (the Verizon slot). Then you can put the Verizon SIM in after a few reboots. For dual-SIM purposes only, slot 1 must be CDMA and slot 2 is GSM...but for single SIM operation slot 1 can be either one.
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Thanks again Andy. So helpful! Will let you know how it goes.
Thanks Andy
Here is my screenshot. Im assuming when it says "Verizon wireless" at the top left that's showing 4G as well?
I don't see the usual LTE symbol...
So when I switch off Wi-Fi I see LTE
Sorry if this has been mentioned hundreds of times before.... But I'm assuming you can't have Wi-Fi and LTE on at the same time?
My other phone is on Wi-Fi mostly and where there's no Wi-Fi automatically goes on the data plan. Is there a set up for this?
Thanks again!
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So when I switch off Wi-Fi I see LTE
Sorry if this has been mentioned hundreds of times before.... But I'm assuming you can't have Wi-Fi and LTE on at the same time?
My other phone is on Wi-Fi mostly and where there's no Wi-Fi automatically goes on the data plan. Is there a set up for this?
Thanks again!
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Mine does that by itself. As soon as i leave my house it switches to LTE
scoochy said:
So when I switch off Wi-Fi I see LTE
Sorry if this has been mentioned hundreds of times before.... But I'm assuming you can't have Wi-Fi and LTE on at the same time?
My other phone is on Wi-Fi mostly and where there's no Wi-Fi automatically goes on the data plan. Is there a set up for this?
Thanks again!
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There actually is a way to run LTE and WiFi concurrently though it typically isn't necessary for most users as the phone will manage this on its own (as tolymatev said above)...but if you want to do it it's pretty easy...here are the steps:
1) Open Settings/"All Settings" tab
2) Scroll down to "About Phone"
3) Scroll down to "Build number"
4) Tap "Build number" repeatedly until the phone tells you "Congratulations, you're a developer!!!" or something like that
5) Hit back button
6) Tap the [newly appeared] "Developer options"
7) Scroll down and select "Cellular data always active"
This mode will keep the LTE connected (though data should still flow over wifi as long as wifi is connected) so that the phone will quickly switch between wifi and cellular...some people like this option though it does allegedly consume just a tad bit more battery than usual.
Glad you got the phone working!!!
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There actually is a way to run LTE and WiFi concurrently though it typically isn't necessary for most users...but if you want to do it it's pretty easy...here are the steps:
1) Open Settings/"All Settings" tab
2) Scroll down to "About Phone"
3) Scroll down to "Build number"
4) Tap "Build number" repeatedly until the phone tells you "Congratulations, you're a developer!!!" or something like that
5) Hit back button
6) Tap the [newly appeared] "Developer options"
7) Scroll down and select "Cellular data always active"
This mode will keep the LTE connected (though data should still flow over wifi as long as wifi is connected) so that the phone will quickly switch between wifi and cellular...some people like this option though it does allegedly consume just a tad bit more battery than usual.
Glad you got the phone working!!!
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Hey that's really great to know!! Yes just getting hubbys phone set up now...we love the phones!
Thank so much for all the help really couldn't have done this without help.
One of my favorite of the many cool features in Pixel 2's is the addition of an eSIM. 100% love everything about this device: Pixel 2 XL Running beta 8.1, rooted, and dual SIM's!
Anyone else rocking dual SIM's? or using FiSwitch, or other apps to switch between SIM's?
I'm running a Verizon physical SIM (Work's unlimited plan) and joined my family's fi account using the Pixel 2 XL's eSIM for a whopping $25.
fi was easy to setup on their web site. The Wife and Kid were already sharing 2 gigs data. They occasionally would go over 2 gigs, fi automatically adds data @ $10 per gig, and credits back unused leftovers above base.
The base Plan is $30, add additional members @ $25 each. My plan for three devices is $80 total, with 3Gigs of data to share. We are all on WiFi most of the time. When we travel together, I usually turn on Verizon hotspot to save on fi data.
At work I roam around into some iffy network locations, some almost daily, where I lose Verizon service. I stay on Verizon until I go into one of the Verizon dead spots. Then I can switch to the fi eSIM, which usually finds service between one of the three fi carriers in my area. If I travel abroad I'm all set, just tap the screen a few times and jump onto the fi eSIM. It only takes about 20 seconds for the network to switch between the SIM's.
I use Signal messaging, so all of text messages come through on either SIM.
I use a very cool app FiSwitch by XDA forum member @dwitherell to change carriers within the Fi network, and soon it will have a shortcut to switch SIM's.
The persistent notification tile can show lots of nerdy network info. FiSwitch creator @dwitherell is rocking a Pixel 2 XP too. He is planning to add a shortcut to the carrier SIM switch on the next update to FiSwitch. This will make it very easy to switch from SIM to eSIM within his App
Attached are some thumbnails of Pixel2's Dual SIM screens and fiSwitch in action.
FiSwitch Notifications
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"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",
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FiSwitch Tiles
Carrier screen
Switch Carriers (SIM)
I hope other will post there setups, and if they use FiSwitch or one of the the other switching apps.
If you know someone that's already on Fi, you might consider asking them for a referral. Then you and your friend can each get a $20 credit after the first month. That's better than a poke in the eye
Wow, so I didn't even think that the e-sim in this phone would act as a dual SIM set up. That's awesome.
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This is awesome! Kudos
I just activated my FI number from my 6p onto my 2XL as discussed above and all is good to go as second carrier. Great idea. Also, switching back to the other phone is just as painless. Nice to have options!
I have a nexus 6p running project fi,
Now since I bought the Pixel XL 2 off Google store.
Can I activate dual carriers like OP, but also get calls on my Nexus 6P?
Right now I use Verizon on the 2XL and Fi with Call forwarding so both phones ring at the same time.
I also use the Nexus for International calls. I think I would have to activate another number to keep my 6P running Fi. Then have dual SIM on the 2XL and turn off call forwarding.
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silesraf said:
I have a nexus 6p running project fi,
Now since I bought the Pixel XL 2 off Google store.
Can I activate dual carriers like OP, but also get calls on my Nexus 6P?
Right now I use Verizon on the 2XL and Fi with Call forwarding so both phones ring at the same time.
I also use the Nexus for International calls. I think I would have to activate another number to keep my 6P running Fi. Then have dual SIM on the 2XL and turn off call forwarding.
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You would need a data only sim for the N6p. This can be ordered for free through the Project Fi app on your phone, under 'Manage Plan'. It shares the data plan with you main device (Pixel 2 XL) so no complicated bill. On your Pixel 2 XL, open the Google Hangouts app settings. Under 'Account' select the account associated with you Project Fi account. Look for 'Messages' under 'Project Fi calls and SMS', and toggle that On. This will let you send and receive SMS/MMS from any device that is logged into Hangouts with your account, even your PC, and you main device can be turned off.
When the data-only sim arrives, activate it and put it in your N6p. Install the Google Hangouts and Google Hangouts Dialer apps. Now you can send and receive SMS/MMS through Hangouts. To receive calls go to Hangouts settings, under 'Account' select the account associated with you Project Fi account. Look for "Incoming phone calls" and toggle that to on. If this is missing just back out of the Hangouts app, then open back to the same settings screen, it should be there now. Now you can receive calls on you N6p. To place calls, open the Hangouts Dialer. Now you can send/receive calls/SMS/MMS on you N6p while your Pixel 2 XL functions like normal. Now both phones will ring and notify when you get a call or text message.
I am currently running this setup on my N6p with 8.1 Develop Preview 1 and Pixel 2 XL 8.0 Nov update.
EDIT: I just pulled the data only sim card out of my N6p and this worked over wifi. I assume this would work for any available data connection, but I've only been able to test with a Projec Fi data only sim, and wifi.
This is great. I have a question. I have my work number as a project fi (Currently using on a different phone). Can I activate it with my pixel 2 xl along side t-mobile, and receive calls from both without having to activate and de-activate?
@radionerd thanks for the shout out
While this is fringe on-topic at best, for any that use my little tinkering project (FiSwitch) feel free to hit me up with suggestions/issues/etc. - there are limited feedback channels for this so I'm always happy to see a new one spring up!
Also - a big thanks to @radionerd for suggesting the creation of those mobile network settings and esim manager shortcuts!
matteosaeed said:
This is great. I have a question. I have my work number as a project fi (Currently using on a different phone). Can I activate it with my pixel 2 xl along side t-mobile, and receive calls from both without having to activate and de-activate?
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I cant confirm this, because I dont have a sim card from a different carrier to test, but if you activate Project Fi on your Pixel 2 with eSIM, configure project fi to share your messages and calls with hangouts (see a couple posts up), then you should be able to switch back to Tmobile as you primary sim card.
This SHOULD allow you to send/receive Project Fi calls/text through Google Hangouts/Hangouts Dialer over Tmobile data connection, and send/receive, Tmobile calls/texts through standard messaging app and dialer app.
If you're willing, please give this a try and report back. I'd like to know if this works (the way i think it should) before signing up for another data plan.
matteosaeed said:
This is great. I have a question. I have my work number as a project fi (Currently using on a different phone). Can I activate it with my pixel 2 xl along side t-mobile, and receive calls from both without having to activate and de-activate?
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You know, this is a little off subject. But you could use Google voice for your work number and it's free. Currently I use Google voice for work and then my carrier number is my personal number.
I use an app called voice choice 2.0 that give me the option to choose which number to dial with. I can set up area codes, specific contacts, or a group to dial with each number. Works great.
I'm just looking at this app and project fi for coverage where TMobile doesn't roam on Sprint.
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I cant confirm this, because I dont have a sim card from a different carrier to test, but if you activate Project Fi on your Pixel 2 with eSIM, configure project fi to share your messages and calls with hangouts (see a couple posts up), then you should be able to switch back to Tmobile as you primary sim card.
This SHOULD allow you to send/receive Project Fi calls/text through Google Hangouts/Hangouts Dialer over Tmobile data connection, and send/receive, Tmobile calls/texts through standard messaging app and dialer app.
If you're willing, please give this a try and report back. I'd like to know if this works (the way i think it should) before signing up for another data plan.
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Actually this is what I am doing right at the moment. I can do calls and texts over the "hangouts" app without using the hangouts dialer "unlike using the google voice". The only thing about it is, it is not as reliable when someone calls in because sometimes the app goes to sleep etc. I'll probably play with it and see.
Just wished I could take advantage of this, but I'm in the UK ;(
@matteosaeed My setup is I have Fi esim then a T Moblile sim. I have Fi calls and texts forwarded to the T Mobile number. The only time there is kinda an issue is with MMS I have to switch back to the esim for the message / attachment to download correctly. Other than that I just stay on the physical T Mobile sim and all calls and texts arrive like normal for both numbers. Switching between the sim and esim takes like 10 seconds, so the MMS thing is hardly an issue. Super convenient.
Edit: Also just as an FYI I've noticed if someone texts your Fi number while you're on the T Mobile sim and you respond to that forwarded message it'll show that you're texting from the Fi number. If you're on the T Mobile sim and send a new message then it'll show as sent from the T Mobile number.
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Actually this is what I am doing right at the moment. I can do calls and texts over the "hangouts" app without using the hangouts dialer "unlike using the google voice". The only thing about it is, it is not as reliable when someone calls in because sometimes the app goes to sleep etc. I'll probably play with it and see.
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You could try enabling unrestricted background data and disable battery optimization for Hangouts. This might use a little more battery but should keep the app awake in the background.
I'm the one with the Pixel 2XL and Nexus 6p, I have a Pixel XL but I gave that to my wife and I like the 2 front speakers.
When I disabled Project Fi on my New 2XL I went and got myself a Verizon Nano Sim Chip. Which means I can still use Hangouts on my phone send SMS and when I get calls in I have Call forwarding it works great. I really don't worry about incoming calls.
I like having Unlimited Data, and when I travel I like to have the best Data connection as possible.
So as of now how do I install Fi Switch App?
Do I Enable and reinstall/update Project Fi and then activate my ESIM Fi account.
install Fi Switch to go by about testing which is the Fastest Data Network Speeds play around with that option or do I order a data nano SIM like OP stated?
Would I be able to use for esim for talk and text and Verizon soon love nano SIM for data?
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biggiestuff said:
Would I be able to use for esim for talk and text and Verizon soon love nano SIM for data?
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No, the SIMs cannot be active at the same time, its one or the other.
Unless of course, you want to manually switch them
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Would I be able to use for esim for talk and text and Verizon soon love nano SIM for data?
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If you are getting a Verizon data SIM, I recommend the Verizon MiFi 7730L Jetpack. You could run it standalone as a hotspot. I run a MiFi 7730L 24/7 hooked via USB to a cheap Mikrotik router, use the routers Ethernet ports for wired devices and high power hotspot.
On my dual SIM setup I forward the fi number to Verizon, since Verizon is my primary service. I only switch off of Verizon when out of range, or sucky data.
I use Signal Messaging app for all text messaging, it doesn't care what phone number, or service is active it will receive and forward all SMS messages through any carrier, WiFi even with no SIM at all.
To switch SIM's you just go into the network Carrier settings and select which SIM you want to use, one at a time.
FiSwitch app soon will be adding a shortcut to the eSIM Manager, one click to change between SIM's.
eSIM Manager
silesraf said:
I'm the one with the Pixel 2XL and Nexus 6p, I have a Pixel XL but I gave that to my wife and I like the 2 front speakers.
When I disabled Project Fi on my New 2XL I went and got myself a Verizon Nano Sim Chip. Which means I can still use Hangouts on my phone send SMS and when I get calls in I have Call forwarding it works great. I really don't worry about incoming calls.
I like having Unlimited Data, and when I travel I like to have the best Data connection as possible.
So as of now how do I install Fi Switch App?
Do I Enable and reinstall/update Project Fi and then activate my ESIM Fi account.
install Fi Switch to go by about testing which is the Fastest Data Network Speeds play around with that option or do I order a data nano SIM like OP stated?
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Yes,
You can activate your eSIM from the fi Project App, or fi web interface. It's real easy, just click though... select the Pixel 2 or 2XL and it will prompt for eSIM or physical SIM. I ported my free google voice number to fi in about 30 seconds.
I recommend the FiSwitch app, but it's not required. You can change Sim's from the Network Carrier settings screen. FiSwitch will soon have a shortcut to the eSIM Manager, then it will only be two touches of the screen to switch SIM's. :good:
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You would need a data only sim for the N6p. This can be ordered for free through the Project Fi app on your phone, under 'Manage Plan'. It shares the data plan with you main device (Pixel 2 XL) so no complicated bill. On your Pixel 2 XL, open the Google Hangouts app settings. Under 'Account' select the account associated with you Project Fi account. Look for 'Messages' under 'Project Fi calls and SMS', and toggle that On. This will let you send and receive SMS/MMS from any device that is logged into Hangouts with your account, even your PC, and you main device can be turned off.
When the data-only sim arrives, activate it and put it in your N6p. Install the Google Hangouts and Google Hangouts Dialer apps. Now you can send and receive SMS/MMS through Hangouts. To receive calls go to Hangouts settings, under 'Account' select the account associated with you Project Fi account. Look for "Incoming phone calls" and toggle that to on. If this is missing just back out of the Hangouts app, then open back to the same settings screen, it should be there now. Now you can receive calls on you N6p. To place calls, open the Hangouts Dialer. Now you can send/receive calls/SMS/MMS on you N6p while your Pixel 2 XL functions like normal. Now both phones will ring and notify when you get a call or text message.
I am currently running this setup on my N6p with 8.1 Develop Preview 1 and Pixel 2 XL 8.0 Nov update.
EDIT: I just pulled the data only sim card out of my N6p and this worked over wifi. I assume this would work for any available data connection, but I've only been able to test with a Project Fi data only sim, and wifi.
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I have 1/2 way activated my pixel 2xl but says if I go through my primary device will be Pixel 2XL, I downloaded the Fi Switch too, I just don't want to kill my Nexus 6P Nano SIM card, then what refresh to factory stock and re-activate the Nexus 6P if I don't like what I see.
Also I don't see where to order a Data Only SIM, in my PFi app, it says ( add person )15$ and invite them to your plan 10/GB share data.... Is that what you're talking about?
Anybody using or plan on purchasing an unlocked (non Tmo) OnePlus 6t on Project Fi?
I'm interested in the phone, but heard that it might not fully use the Fi service switching. Was wondering if anyone could confirm that a 6T could switch between Tmo and Sprint on Fi.
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Can't switch between networks, and the phone doesn't support all of sprints bands. It should work on T-Mobile fine. I'm on Fi and getting my 6T tomorrow
I'm currently using Google Fi on my Unlocked Non-T-Mobile Oneplus 6T and it hasn't switched carriers -- it's just on T-Mobile. I'll try manual switching carriers later on if you'd like but there's no Sprint in my area unfortunately.
Be aware -- Google Fi is saying it's only giving me Access Mode which basically means just data. Despite that, I can use data, make calls, get messages -- without it affecting my data usage. It works just like on my Nexus 6P, except for two things:
What I CAN'T do and CAN'T figure out how to fix is sending/receiving MMS. I tried using Hangouts, the stock SMS app, and nothing really works. I read that a user got it to work on Reddit but I have had no success. Some people have also reported issues with visual voicemail but I haven't tested it.
Anyone got any tips on fixing the MMS issue?