Any way to get the software to allow calls and sms when on LTE I get a great LTE connection on band 4 but cant call or send sms unless im on 3G
I don't know the answer to your question, but I truly hope some knowledgeable devs take an interest in improving verizon compatibility (not likely Verizon or OnePlus will do much).
Getting volte working might not be possible. But, getting the device to listen for CS events (voice, sms, and mms) while staying connected to LTE seems more doable. I mean not doable by me, doable by someone who knows this sh!t
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Hey guys been doing some searching do not have a definitive answer. I know Verizon Wireless recently enabled wifi calling on their network for iOS and select android devices which was back at the end of last year. As Android has native support wifi calling since Lolipop I believe, does anybody know if wifi calling works on nexus 6p with a verizon SIM card inserted? I have read different places its part of advance calling, or you may need the verizon messages app, so conflicting information, my new job provides me a phone with VZW, I am currently on T-Mobile do not want to carry two phones but VZW gets next to no service in my neighborhood, talking 1 or 2 bars of 1X only! Any help would be appreciated.
There is currently no wifi calling on VZW and the nexus 6P unless you use VZW's message+ app.
I'd be surprised if any non VZW Android phone ever gets it.
gunnyman said:
There is currently no wifi calling on VZW and the nexus 6P unless you use VZW's message+ app.
I'd be surprised if any non VZW Android phone ever gets it.
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Thanks! But the wifi calling definitely works with that app installed? I use google voice so SMS isnt what I am looking for as that always works on wifi, I am talking about actual phone calls lol which I know in this day and age is crazy talk
Edit - you mean this app right? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.verizon.messaging.vzmsgs
yeah that's the app. It has a voice call option, I just put the phone in airplane mode and enabled wifi. It would NOT make a call so maybe I have no idea what the heck I'm talking about.
I was wondering if like Sony and Samsung devices, if it's possible to completely debrand a G6 to enable Wifi calling and VoLTE on a specific network's branded software? I know the G5 left the original operator's customisation files (unless rooting to change the cust folder) but has this changed with the G6?
Haven't bought the phone yet but seen an unlocked one which obviously wouldn't have network branded software.
Thanks.
Not sure of the purpose of this. So you want a completely unbranded phone and then want to install a specific network's software for wifi calling and VoLTE? If so, why not buy the phone from that network? Example: I bought an unlocked T-Mobile phone (on Amazon, not directly from T-Mobile) that can be used on any network, but contained T-Mobile software. I disabled what I didn't need. I am on T-Mobile anyway so I can use their wifi calling app.
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Not sure of the purpose of this. So you want a completely unbranded phone and then want to install a specific network's software for wifi calling and VoLTE? If so, why not buy the phone from that network? Example: I bought an unlocked T-Mobile phone (on Amazon, not directly from T-Mobile) that can be used on any network, but contained T-Mobile software. I disabled what I didn't need. I am on T-Mobile anyway so I can use their wifi calling app.
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Purpose is that a second hand unlocked phone is much cheaper than one branded to the network at the moment.
wifi calling is mostly junk and over-rated feature. I know of no phones that can do a decent handoff in the event that wifi signal drops out of range then the phone wants to continue the call on LTE but if your LTE signal is already weak the call will just drop. Happened to me all the time so I just disable it and all the HD voice garbage too. Forcing back to the old 4G network thats now less congested than its ever been!
Admittedly wi-fi calling has only come in useful a handful of times, but the 4G calling feature has worked for me in a few places where 2G/3G is patchy. Guess I could do without it though.
Install Google Voice, hangouts, and hangouts dialer. Then you can use Wi-Fi or data calling in any phone or any rom.
I'm using a US997(16a) in Verizon and it works fine.
Spookymyo said:
Install Google Voice, hangouts, and hangouts dialer. Then you can use Wi-Fi or data calling in any phone or any rom.
I'm using a US997(16a) in Verizon and it works fine.
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Thanks, had those installed on my G5 but never used them. Will give it a go.
I switched from an S7 Edge, on which I was able to change the CSC Code and get features different Canadian Carriers had to offer. The particular one I was interested in was VoLTE(Video/Voice over LTE) video calling was the main feature I wanted to keep. That's why when I switched to the G6, I made sure it was from Rogers so I can continue to use that feature. It's pretty sweet... great quality video calling without using any data
I wish LG had a feature like this too, where you can change carrier settings on unlocked phones. It would be helpful
It would indeed be helpful! I guess I managed fine without the features before and it's not a huge loss but wi-fi calling definitely came in handy at a couple of places I used to work at.
IME Samsung and Sony phones were fairly easy to fully change carrier firmwares on and I remember HTCs being a pain (not sure what they're like now). But LGs seem to be able to debrand 90% of the firmware but still leave enough of a trace of the original software to block off a couple of features, which is slightly annoying. Ah well
So recently I devoted some time to do detailed reading on IMSI catchers. This led me on a hunt today to see how I could make my cellular communications more secure.
It should be noted that LTE is dramatically more secure than 3G. So one of the ways recommended for eliminating vulnerabilities is to set your device to operate on LTE only.
That being said after I set my phone to LTE only, I lose the ability to send or receive SMS or voice.
I'm wondering:
1. Is this the case for all networks or just verizon?
2. Is there a work around for forcing the device to send voice & SMS over data?
3. Is there a way to encrypt my communications to and from the cel tower?
-In researching this, I found what they call " verizon voice cypher" which is available to d/l from the play store. But is only available for use by businesses and government.
Any thoughts?
Sorry if I'm posting in the wrong forum, I think this topic should almost go in all the forums....
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alexacm said:
So recently I devoted some time to do detailed reading on IMSI catchers. This led me on a hunt today to see how I could make my cellular communications more secure.
It should be noted that LTE is dramatically more secure than 3G. So one of the ways recommended for eliminating vulnerabilities is to set your device to operate on LTE only.
That being said after I set my phone to LTE only, I lose the ability to send or receive SMS or voice.
I'm wondering:
1. Is this the case for all networks or just verizon?
2. Is there a work around for forcing the device to send voice & SMS over data?
3. Is there a way to encrypt my communications to and from the cel tower?
-In researching this, I found what they call " verizon voice cypher" which is available to d/l from the play store. But is only available for use by businesses and government.
Any thoughts?
Sorry if I'm posting in the wrong forum, I think this topic should almost go in all the forums....
thanks,
A-
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With Verizon on stock Verizon/Moto firmware on the XT1254/XT1250, you can have voice with LTE. It's called VoLTE.
Verizon VoLTE does not work with Quark non-stock custom ROMs. There is no VoLTE whatsoever on the XT1225.
There is no VoLTE for the XT1254/XT1250 whatsoever on other carriers besides Verizon.
But there is VoLTE with stock Verizon firmware, so choosing LTE only should work for voice calls for you -- as long as you're in a good LTE coverage area.
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With Verizon on stock Verizon/Moto firmware on the XT1254/XT1250, you can have voice with LTE. It's called VoLTE.
Verizon VoLTE does not work with Quark non-stock custom ROMs. There is no VoLTE whatsoever on the XT1225.
There is no VoLTE for the XT1254/XT1250 whatsoever on other carriers besides Verizon.
But there is VoLTE with stock Verizon firmware, so choosing LTE only should work for voice calls for you -- as long as you're in a good LTE coverage area.
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thanks for the reply ChazzMatt- since this post I have found some apps that I think fit the bill. Expressly SIGNAL and WICKR ME. Do you have any experience with these? Also are there any advantages/disadvantages to using these vs VoLTE?
thanks again-
Hello,
I was hoping someone might be able to give me some insight.
I have a s7 edge that has been unlocked by sprin, an is being used on Verizon. (I CAN MAKE AN RECEIVE CALLS) but only when roaming settings are on so the phone thinks its in roaming 24/7. I can disable roaming and get good internet connection with lte but when going to make a call it drops all bars.
However i know with the sprint (software?/voodoo) band 13 is blocked thats what causing it but if i were to flash the device
with verizon firm is it possible will i be able to get the phone to use band 13?
i seen somethings about not being able to update firm because its locked or something?
my software version is G935PVPSACSF1.
I knew from researching this that I would have to be set for CDMA LESS. First I got with straight talk hoping they could do it by now. No go. They told me to call verizon tech support. I expected that. Called verizon tech support and I got the run a round and they just tried pushing one of their phones. I kept telling him to connect me with someone that could help, someone that knew what I was talking about. I was strangely disconnected. Can anyone offer up some advise on who or what to ask for? I'm kind of in a bad spot at the moment because verizon, unfortunately, is the only carrier with any kind of a signal where I live. It's in the boonies.
I'M confused on this whole verizon issue. I have my Straight Talk Verizon sim inserted. I can make and receive calls as well as sms\mms. No internet however. I checked the apn and it has no settings.....completely empty. How is it sending and receiving sms\mms with an unconfigured apn? Also how do I get the internet up and going? What apn settings do I need? Btw, the wifi is turned off and it is configured in settings to use sim2 (Verizon) for data and sms. If somebody could explain this to me like I'm a 5 yr old I would greatly appreciate it.