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I have an original Desire bought in Norway, and imported (and hence VAT free!) to the UK, using my T Mobile SIM that has worked perfectly well in my G2/Hero.
Every few minutes or so, irrespective of how many connection bars, the network will suddenly drop off, and I get the "Cross of doom" on the reception icon.
If I am in the message app (standard HTC messages), and this happens, it will kick me off any message I was composing at the time, and I have to start again when the connection is back. It will also have no messages in the inbox until the network is back some seconds later and everything loads. It's almost like a blackout all of a sudden.
It will drop calls for the same reason, and 10 seconds or so I am back on connection.
I sent it back to HTC using the Global Warranty Scheme, who have changed the Main Board, FOC, and collected/delivered by courier. Very efficient service BTW. I was so disappointed to find it still having the same problem.
I have also exchanged my SIM with T Mobile for a new one (Same number). I have ordered a Vodfone PAYG SIM just to experiemt the likelyhood it may be the network provider. However, it looks more like the radio suffers a sudden loss of power, and conks out.
The APN settings have been set to WCDMA only (changed from AUTO/WCDMA) as it seemed to sort it out, but I got excited too soon.
At my wits end, as the phone is miles ahead of my G2 in so many ways, and I love it, but I don't know whether it's a T Mobile issue or if I should send it back to HTC again. As it's not provided by T Mobile, and I have another 7 months left of my contract, I am stuck if it's network related.
Any suggestions gratefully received.
OK...have now popped the PAYG Vodafone SIm into the phone, and it barely has reception and drops out too.
...so have phoned HTC again, and UPS will once again be collecting it on Monday. I asked what happens if a fault is still not found, and after the third return I can apply to have the phone replaced by HTC. It's not ideal, but beats having to pay for a flight to exchange it abroad.
Still, if anyone have any suggestions, please let me know!
Norwegianpiglet said:
At my wits end, as the phone is miles ahead of my G2 in so many ways, and I love it, but I don't know whether it's a T Mobile issue or if I should send it back to HTC again. As it's not provided by T Mobile, and I have another 7 months left of my contract, I am stuck if it's network related.
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Just an FYI, but I too am on T-Mobile, and recently replace my G2 with a Desire.
I find the network reception on the Desire is much better than on my G2, and I've no problems with dropped connections.
I know this doesn't help you, but it does point to the problem being your particular device.
Regards,
Dave
foxmeister said:
Just an FYI, but I too am on T-Mobile, and recently replace my G2 with a Desire.
I find the network reception on the Desire is much better than on my G2, and I've no problems with dropped connections.
I know this doesn't help you, but it does point to the problem being your particular device.
Regards,
Dave
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Thanks Dave, this does strengthen the case thinking it's the device. HTC were pretty swift in returning the device last time, so if it means a week X 2 being without it, I can live with that as I can then ask for it to be replaced on warranty direct from HTC.
I have the same issue with a Stock Desire from Vodafone..
Signal drops but more often it fluctuates like hell ... calls are dropped...
or other people can't hear me properly ...
Maybe it is an issue that will be resolved with a "Radio" update from HTC ?
Does someone know maybe this happened in the past with other HTC handsets and got sorted out later..
It is really buggy...
my girlfriend is having the same issues with her Desire
we applied the official update that was released a week or 2 ago (with a new radio) but that didn't solve the issue
sometimes she also hears a weird sound before the call goes dead..
did anybody have any luck in getting this solved?
will a custom rom fix the issues?
thanks!
coming from a htc hd2 (switched for this particular reason) i can report that this has happened on many htc phones, it is NOT a device problem, it has been mostly linked to your location and interference (buildings etc) as the frequencies used by the latest htc antennas use a frequency which does not penetrate as well.
you can read the 50 or so pages of it for the hd2, SOME progress has been made but never fixed, the only hope is HTC releasing a fix.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=614119
thanks for your fast reply!
I checked the thread you mentioned but it seems to be all about internet issues
my girlfriend never uses mobile internet so the issues she has are call related
these don't happen every day but every few days
about once every 3 weeks she gets a total signal drop which can only be solved by rebooting (this seems to be something mentioned in the thread)
then again most probably internet, call and signal issues are most likely to be caused by the radio so it could be the same problem..
is anybody experiencing the same weird loud static noise sound from time to time before a call gets auto-ended?
I just want to get all the facts straight because she is planning on sending it back to HTC for repair but if it's a new radio flash she needs there is no point in sending it back
sorry for the long post
Why don't you try setting it on AUTO, or GSM only, even better?
Sound like sudden loss of WCDMA connection.
tried that this week but the issue still remains..
is this something that can be fixed by flashing a custom rom?
or do we need to wait for HTC to provide another radio?
Maybe....
Maybe this is not your case but I want to share with you.
I had the same problem with Hero and then with the Desire. It was very frustrating. Then I got it: all the programs like auto-killer. task-killer etc were acting killing (apparently random) my voice call. Incredible ! Now I have the same Disre, but I haven't installed any task killer or task manager. The device works good and I don't have dropped calls anymore
Again, maybe it's not your case. Maybe could be helpful for someone else...
Just try if you have some task killer installed. Uninstall it
Hi guys,
Is you phone sending your incoming calls to the voicemail without even ring and with full 3G signal???
Im asking cos im on my 4th replacement and still have the same problem, i also have changed my sim card twice and nothing! So I dont know if it is a Orange Uk problem or just me having really bad luck.
I would really appreciate if you could share your experiences and suggestions.
Thanks a lot in advance
Manny
Yes, I have the same problem. Calls go straight to voice mail, I think this is Orange problem rather than the handset.
manuelwt said:
Hi guys,
Is you phone sending your incoming calls to the voicemail without even ring and with full 3G signal???
Im asking cos im on my 4th replacement and still have the same problem, i also have changed my sim card twice and nothing! So I dont know if it is a Orange Uk problem or just me having really bad luck.
I would really appreciate if you could share your experiences and suggestions.
Thanks a lot in advance
Manny
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no but it is f***ing up my texts big time some times don't get them for hours then get about 5, and sometimes won't receive any until i send a text. sucks big time asked for a new sim card but hasn't fixed it,
only had mine a day, so maybe not the best person to comment, but mine has been fine (so far).
Used to have the problem with txts on my Blackstone. Have had some people tell me that they couldnt txt me, anytime the tried they got a "failed to send" message. I've experienced the same thing when txting other people. I just cant seem to txt certain numbers.
Yes I've got the message problem too, sometimes takes hours to get them! I think is definitely Orange as I tried different Rom,radios,handsets and sim cards and still have the same problem.
So I think it would be a good idea if we could gather in this post as many people as possible experiencing the same problem so we can make a strong point here,otherwise orange won't do anything
Yea i have this problem.. however in your contacts check the send to voice mail feature on the contact is unchecked
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So I think it would be a good idea if we could gather in this post as many people as possible experiencing the same problem so we can make a strong point here,otherwise orange won't do anything
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It'll be down to coverage in your area or a network/mast fault. Put the phone onto 2G/GSM mode and it'll likely improve. Try it in a place of good signal (e.g. an Orange shop, and if it works fine then it'll be signal/coverage related.
(This is what Orange will ask you to do if you phone them too)
I have seen this on my desire on Orange, but I have unbranded generic handset so it is not likely to be down to any Orange added software on the handset.
I have seen this sort of thing before and it is usually down to the handset software / hardware rather than the network.
Cheers
BMF
I have the same problem, but I had it also with my htc diamond, htc hd, and htc hd2 so I doubt it's orange the problem always got fixed after the first official update, so it must be some htc on orange issue.
Yep mine does this and it really pisses me off. My c905 I could be on 3g/hsdpa and using maps or the net via opera and if someone calls I answer talk hang up and get on with what I was doing.
It feel like the Desire cant handle more than one call/internet related task at once.
So many times I've had to pick up voicemail when I could have taken the call
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It'll be down to coverage in your area or a network/mast fault. Put the phone onto 2G/GSM mode and it'll likely improve. Try it in a place of good signal (e.g. an Orange shop, and if it works fine then it'll be signal/coverage related.
(This is what Orange will ask you to do if you phone them too)
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I've done that already, put the phone on 2G for 24 hours and the same thing.
I tested the phone in two different areas (central london and Kent) with a good signal, 3 bars out of 4 and I have got the same result.
just upgraded from a Diamond. My diamond was terrible for this both text and call problem. havent had it on the desire yet but need to recieve more calls first to find out i guess.
Would put it down to orange.
I get texting problems.
Texts dont seem to send unless I re-try 4 or 5 times and then the other person gets all texts even tho my phone said failed.
i have absolutely no problems with texts or calls in any circumstances....
madman1520 said:
i have absolutely no problems with texts or calls in any circumstances....
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Which ROM are you using mate? Is your phone an orange branded? Thanks
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Which ROM are you using mate? Is your phone an orange branded? Thanks
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Hey! Im just using whatever my phone came with when i bought it yesterday, and i got it from the carphone warehouse so no, it isnt branded at all, as they supply generic devices.
try disabling "enable always on mobile data" in the network settings it *may* help. I used to have these problems when I was on orange. If I was using data then nothing else could get through, in or out! I'm sure it something to do with Orange's crappy network and wont get fixed until they make a radio patch. Unless it is "fixed" in the generic rom but you have to be careful when flashing as it can simlock the phone.....
Hence the reason I joined three! their backup network is Orange for 2G (for when your in a remote location, Orange does have pretty good 2G coverage) and in my experience (all over south Wales) they absolutely murder orange on data bandwidth on a HSDPA connection
I get 3Megs down and 2Megs up on three consistently
I'm in brynna & work in cardiff, I'll confirm I get it in cardiff when on a 2g signal. dont get it at home when on 3g+.
My GF has a Hero on Orange since December and she will have full bars of reception, but then she'll get a missed call. This happens frequently when she works or is travelling in London. She has on occasion received a text from me several hours after I sent it.
I have a Desire on Orange and it seems to be okay since I got it mid April. I have had a few instances around my home where I get a missed call, but I have lousy Orange coverage.
FYI. I used to have a Diamond on Orange. It frequently would say I had strong network coverage, then when I tried to make a call, it wouldn't connect and the network status showed no coverage at all.
I'm sure every one knows about these random data connection lock ups that most of desire users are experiencing on TMobile UK. Missed calls when phone didnt ring, connection hanging and eventually displaying error etc.
Anyway, my contract with TMob is up and i want to go elsewhere to see if problems are network related or is it wider issue... i had the same problems with hero on tmobile uk by the way...
What networks in uk you're using your desires on and are you experiencing any data connectivity lock ups? I'm particularly interested in 3UK but if O2 doesnt have these problems and 3 does i'll go to o2.
Cheers
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA App
predo said:
I'm sure every one knows about these random data connection lock ups that most of desire users are experiencing on TMobile UK. Missed calls when phone didnt ring, connection hanging and eventually displaying error etc.
Anyway, my contract with TMob is up and i want to go elsewhere to see if problems are network related or is it wider issue... i had the same problems with hero on tmobile uk by the way...
What networks in uk you're using your desires on and are you experiencing any data connectivity lock ups? I'm particularly interested in 3UK but if O2 doesnt have these problems and 3 does i'll go to o2.
Cheers
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did i miss somthing im on tmob pay as you go and have none of thoes problems, infact i moved from orange to tmob as orange is so crap lol
I'm on 3 and have no issues at all. Highly recommended.
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I am on O2 (with unbranded desire), no problems to report
I'm on T-Mobile and my reception is always crap. It's very frustrating as I have always been with Orange and they were perfect!
I'm sure that the low signal is causing the battery to drain much faster and the data connection to be extremely slow.
Wouldn't recommend at all..
Ps I live in the West Midlands and go to University in Bath, so these are the places I have tested it...
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predo said:
I'm sure every one knows about these random data connection lock ups that most of desire users are experiencing on TMobile UK. Missed calls when phone didnt ring, connection hanging and eventually displaying error etc.
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T-mobile UK since the day the first batch hit London here. No such problems.
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predo said:
I'm sure every one knows about these random data connection lock ups that most of desire users are experiencing on TMobile UK. Missed calls when phone didnt ring, connection hanging and eventually displaying error etc.
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Nope - not heard of any of these issues on TMo, and not experienced them either.
Regards,
Dave
Not experienced any of this on T-Mobile either.
As for the signal comment, then that is very much dependant on where you live. So pretty invalid really.
Can't even get a signal on Orange where I live, but T-Mobile gets one.
predo said:
I'm sure every one knows about these random data connection lock ups that most of desire users are experiencing on TMobile UK. Missed calls when phone didnt ring, connection hanging and eventually displaying error etc.
Anyway, my contract with TMob is up and i want to go elsewhere to see if problems are network related or is it wider issue... i had the same problems with hero on tmobile uk by the way...
What networks in uk you're using your desires on and are you experiencing any data connectivity lock ups? I'm particularly interested in 3UK but if O2 doesnt have these problems and 3 does i'll go to o2.
Cheers
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Orange is good. With great customer service as well
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atomfix said:
Orange is good. With great customer service as well
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Within the lifetime of any new 18/24 month contract, the Orange/TMo will be completed and there will little or no difference between them.
Regards,
Dave
Wow seriously... its absolutely buzzing about this on Tmobile forums... strange that no one ever on here experienced this problem.... it only partially is dependent on where i live because i was geting lock ups at home, at work several miles away, at another office, all within Edinburgh and down in london last weekend as well!!!
Anyway maybe it is problem with this particular handset... both heros i had had this problem and now desire... could i be so unlucky?
Seriously none of you experienced strange missed call txts when phone never rang and when browsing net up arrow next to H symbol being stuck while down didnt flash at all?
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nope. on T-Mob UK and not had any problems. worth noting that Orange 'unlimted internet' is 500-750mb while T-mobile give 3GB on android phones .....
predo said:
Wow seriously... its absolutely buzzing about this on Tmobile forums... strange that no one ever on here experienced this problem.... it only partially is dependent on where i live because i was geting lock ups at home, at work several miles away, at another office, all within Edinburgh and down in london last weekend as well!!!
Anyway maybe it is problem with this particular handset... both heros i had had this problem and now desire... could i be so unlucky?
Seriously none of you experienced strange missed call txts when phone never rang and when browsing net up arrow next to H symbol being stuck while down didnt flash at all?
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Nope, you're not the only one, there are MANY suffering from similar issues and not just on T-Mobile either. Check out some of the other threads - '3G data connection' or something similar.
I was also one of the people who got the first Desire batch from T-mobile and have been getting 'hangs' whenever I'm in an 3G only area, it only comes back when it can connect to either G or H.
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Wow seriously... its absolutely buzzing about this on Tmobile forums... strange that no one ever on here experienced this problem....
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It's probably buzzing on the TMo forums, because they are frequented by people having issues with the network/phone. I've no reason to go there, because I don't have any such issues, so this is news to me.
Seriously none of you experienced strange missed call txts when phone never rang and when browsing net up arrow next to H symbol being stuck while down didnt flash at all?
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Nope, never! Have you tried any of the newer radios?
Regards,
Dave
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I was also one of the people who got the first Desire batch from T-mobile and have been getting 'hangs' whenever I'm in an 3G only area, it only comes back when it can connect to either G or H.
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Are you talking about data here? I had this issue with my Hero, but never with my Desire.
Regards,
Dave
well I haven't tried newer radios because I want to keep phone stock in case I need to send it back for replacement. I had Hero already replaced once because of this issue and I'm wondering if I need to try to get replacement Desire as well.
Issue is 3g locking up when using internet (UP arrow flashing and DOWN arrow not). When you try to call the phone when that happens it goes straight to voicemail.
Hello all! I'm new here, so I guess I am what you would call an XDA Noobie or is it Newbie? haha
I've got a question about the HTC Desire Z and before anyone bashes on me, understand that I have done ALOT of searching through the forum and threads here (which have helped some) but I still feel I need to ask my particular questions... any help, info or tips would be GREATLY appreciated.
I'm buying an HTC Desire Z and I want to know if unlocked, will it be able to work on an AT&T Pay As You GO account or sim?
Does it matter if the phone is branded or not?
Should I buy an AT&T HTC DZ and unlock it myself?
Ultimately, what would be the best phone and route to take?
I currently have (and have had for a few years now) a T-Mobile SideKick unlocked using AT&T Pay As You GO. Ive never added a data package to my PAYG sim but what I have always found or been told is that you cannot use the internet or MMS on it anyway whether it's unlocked or not...
I guess the underlying reason why I am asking this question is because of the recently enforced policy that all smartphones now require a contract and data package...
I really would like this phone but I don't want to be tied to a contract or an outrageous data package... I figure since the HTC has wifi I won't always need a data package, right?
Anyway, sorry for the long post, I am just trying to get some help or answers from any one who has more experience with all of this... I hope to become a more knowledgeable. Thank You!
David
i recommend here
Yea, I just seen that and I was trying to figure out how to delete this post and move it to the Desire Z section but I guess I can't... Sorry guys... I looked through here so many time and never saw the Desire Z Section... :/
Just report this to mods they will move it
Edit: been reported to move to Desire Z forum
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You can unlock it (including SIM unlock), so it will work on any network, using the guide in the XDA Wiki for the Vision (Vision is the HTC codename for the G2 and Desire Z, which are basically the same phone except for radio bands).
Doesn't matter what branding is on your phone, but do make sure you get one with the correct radio bands for AT&T, because that's one thing that's set in hardware and can't be changed.
Sent from my Desire Z running CM7.
dsmoothfreestyles said:
Should I buy an AT&T HTC DZ and unlock it myself?
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There is no such thing. AT&T never offered the phone or anything close to it.
Branding does matter, as AT&T can generally only read the IMEI number of your device if its an AT&T branded phone. If they don't have the IMEI in their database, they can't tell its a smartphone. So you should be able to avoid the contract and data plan requirement if you buy a phone that is not AT&T branded. I've read of plenty of folks on here an dother forums that have used this tactic. Not sure if it works on the Pay-To-Go option. But I've read about plenty of AT&T customers that are on contract, but use a non-AT&T phone so they don't need to get a data plan, or to use the (cheaper) non-smartphone data plan. I've also read of some cases where they read the IMEI number incorrectly for a non-AT&T phone. One guy was using a Nexus One, and it was being read by AT&T as a Blackberry. They tried to add a data plan to his account, but he called them and told them it was just a dumb phone. They couldn't prove otherwise, so they removed the data plan.
The branding/version also matters if you want 3G data . The Canada Bell version is the only DZ that has the correct 3G bands to work on AT&T's network (UMTS 850/1900 MHz).
But since it doesn't sound like you want data anyway, you only need a phone that has AT&T's 2G/EDGE bands (GSM bands). AT&T uses the GSM 850/1900 MHz bands, and I believe every version of the G2/Desire Z is compatible with these GSM bands. As long as you get a phone with these GSM bands, and its SIM unlocked, it should work on AT&T.
If the phone is purchased SIM locked, you can get SIM unlocked either by following the Wiki guide (below), or use a pay service (usually than $10) available on places like eBay.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=HTC_Vision#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
Another benefit of rooting the phone (aside from getting SIM unlock for free) is the ability to put any ROM or firmware on the phone you like. Aside from the radios (band compatibility) the hardware is essentially identical on the various DZ versions. So you can flash a new ROM to get whatever Android versions you like, remove branding, etc.
@ stewiewevie and redpoint73 - wow, THANK you guys!! Much help!
The one I am getting is from a guy from Canada... he has had it for about 6 to 8 months... its in GREAT condition and it is unbranded and unlocked and is originally from Bell Mobility...
Only thing is, he does not know if it is the A7275 or A7272... Is there any way to tell??
Going off of what redpoint said and what I have read on here... (and correct me if I'm wrong) if it is from Bell than it would have to be the A7275, correct? because what Ive read on here is that the 7275 is the only one that will work on At&t 3G...
He says the phones OS is upgraded to Android version 2.3.7 (Cyanogen Mod 7.1.0)
Would this be a good decision, or would it be like buying an outdated phone? (or is that where the root comes in like redpoint mentioned?)
Thanks again guys!
If it was from Bell, then yes its the A7275. That model number is the Bell version by definition, and the one that has the UMTS/HSPA 850/1900 MHz compatibility.
Whether its a good buy or not depends on what you want out of a phone, and how much the seller is offering it for. The Z is getting a little old hardware spec wise, with a single core 800 MHz CPU and only 512 Mb memory. Current phones have a Gig of memory, and dual core CPUs teasing close to 1.5 GHz. On the other hand, there really is not a better Android phone with a keyboard around, and nothing announced anytime soon. The Z has a healthy developer community here, so that guarantees a variety of ROMs, including ICS.
Unless you are getting a pretty good deal, or really need a phone with a keyboard, my personal opinion would be to buy something more current. I've been obsessing about upgrading myself. Just haven't find just the right phone. If/when AT&T picks up the Galaxy Nexus, or an HTC phone that looks and feels better than the Vivid, I'll probably be all over it.
I see...
Well to be honest, Ive never owned anything android and Ive always like the HTC phones... (never had one) and that was the one thing I liked about this particular phone was that it had a physical qwerty. I'm new to all this phone tech with the hardware and software and ROM's so I think it would be a good "starter phone" for me BUT, by the same token I don't want to pay an arm and a leg for something outdated...
I know even now a lot of the Desire Z's that I could find on the net are going for upwards of 300 to even 500... esp unlocked... although there are some advertised on eBay for 240 but the seller is from Honk Kong and I'm pretty leery about all that...
In your opinion what would be a good price or offer to pay?
I thought about offering the guy 250 for it but I don't know...
haha I swear Ive spent the past week researching phones and figuring all this out and narrowing it down and figuring out what will work and what I want and how much I want to pay for it... and I still don't have a phone lol
dsmoothfreestyles said:
I see...
Well to be honest, Ive never owned anything android and Ive always like the HTC phones... (never had one) and that was the one thing I liked about this particular phone was that it had a physical qwerty. I'm new to all this phone tech with the hardware and software and ROM's so I think it would be a good "starter phone" for me BUT, by the same token I don't want to pay an arm and a leg for something outdated...
I know even now a lot of the Desire Z's that I could find on the net are going for upwards of 300 to even 500... esp unlocked... although there are some advertised on eBay for 240 but the seller is from Honk Kong and I'm pretty leery about all that...
In your opinion what would be a good price or offer to pay?
I thought about offering the guy 250 for it but I don't know...
haha I swear Ive spent the past week researching phones and figuring all this out and narrowing it down and figuring out what will work and what I want and how much I want to pay for it... and I still don't have a phone lol
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I have had just about 12 Android phones in the past 3 years (I get access to whatever I want at work). The desire z was probably my favorite device. It has the best mix of features for me...but I love hardware keyboards.
It is getting older, but mine easily overclocks to more than 1.2GHz and there are many roms to choose from.just learn about flashing. You can't really go wrong if you are not willing to pay more for newer or get a contract.
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I have had just about 12 Android phones in the past 3 years (I get access to whatever I want at work). The desire z was probably my favorite device. It has the best mix of features for me...but I love hardware keyboards.
It is getting older, but mine easily overclocks to more than 1.2GHz and there are many roms to choose from.just learn about flashing. You can't really go wrong if you are not willing to pay more for newer or get a contract.
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sounds awesome, Yea I really like the device too, have not got my hands on it yet lol... and that was kind of my thinking about it too... thanks Caz
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Guys, thank you for all your help! I FINALLY got my HTC Desire Z! So far I love it... only one problem haha... I inserted my ATT Sim and for some reason it wont connect to the network...
The phone is supposed to be Sim Unlocked and originally from Bell Mobility... I thought I could simply insert my ATT Sim and be on the go but apparently not...
Are there any settings I need to configure to get it to work??
Any info or help on this would, again, be greatly appreciated...
You need to manually enter the APN (or network) info. Since its Bell branded, it only has the Bell network info built-in.
Go to Settings>Wireless & networks>Mobile networks>Access Point Names
Then create a new APN and enter the following info:
Name: AT&T
APN: wap.cingular
Proxy: leave blank
Port: leave blank
Username:[email protected]
Password:CINGULAR1
Server: leave blank
MMSC: http://mmsc.cingular.com
MMS Proxy: wireless.cingular.com
MMS Port: 80
MCC:310
MNC:410
APN Type: leave blank
It did not work
Those APN settings are exactly what Ive been looking for because I thought maybe that had something to do with it...
Most of the APN settings were already in the phone the only thing I had to add was the password... I did that with no luck... so then I deleted the APN settings all together and entered in all new settings with the ones you gave me... still no luck...
When I plug my friends SIM into the phone it works and connects to the network which is ATT but she has a data plan tied to the SIM so maybe that is what it is but I thought that you did not need a data plan...
When I do a network search it finds ATT but when I choose to connect to it it says "cannot/unable to connect to the network at this time"
I'm stooped...?
I think the phone has been flashed or rooted... it has CyanogenMod on it, and an option to Flash ClockworkMod Recovery on it and a SuperUser utility... does that have anything to do with it??
The Sim I have is an ATT Go phone sim... does that have anything to do with it... my friends Sim that worked in the phone was on an ATT contract...
SUCCESS!!!
Well, I called ATT and told them I had a temporary HTC device I wanted to put my Go Phone Sim into because my old phone broke and one thing led to another and I ended up having to go to the ATT store and have them hook me up with a new Sim Card and SHABAMM! Everything works... and I'm still on my GoPhone plan without data...
The ATT Reps had their hands all over my device haha and they were all totally cool with it being unlocked, flashed and rooted! However they said there was no way to get data onto it without getting the $25 data package... psshhh... lol
Anyway, THANK YOU everyone for your help and info!
dsmoothfreestyles said:
The Sim I have is an ATT Go phone sim... does that have anything to do with it...
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Umm, yeah . . . it would have been helpful if you mentioned that. So you didn't have any service at all (voice, SMS) on the old SIM? The typical issue with post-paid accounts is that voice works, but data doesn't, and that's where the APN comes in.
Hello folks, Ive lurked here for a while and gotten great info and am hoping to get some help here. I apologize if some of what Im asking is obvious to you folks but it isnt to me so here I am. I tried HoFo but got no help there.
Ive been using factory unlocked Sony Xperias for a while (Z, ZL, Z Ultra)so never had this issue before, but I have an HTC One M8 coming and unfortunately its ATT branded, though I bought it from a private seller and not ATT themselves. Im also grandfathered into unlimited data for many years now, and with my Sonys can turn on mobile hotspot anytime and use my data with ATT none the wiser. Now Im assuming since I was dumb enough to buy an ATT phone, I will be told to contact ATT once I pop in my SIM and try to turn on mobile hotspot, is this correct? If so, will unlocking the phone resolve this issue? As of now ATT has no idea Ive bought this phone, nor did they ever even recognize my Sonys because they never sold them, but since this is an ATT M8, Im assuming theyll know immediately what Im using, identify my plan and lock me out. Im hoping I can get around that.
I also imagine since its an ATT phone it will have all sorts of abilities locked out and a lot of fluff added in. How can I get the features unlocked? Is there anyway to buy a carrier branded phone and get it to be similar to one that was bought factory unlocked from the beginning and never branded?
Any help and advice would be appreciated and TIA
Ok, if I asked too much stuff there that was obvious to you but not me, can someone just please tell me if unlocking the bootloader will at least unlock the mobile hotspot function for me so I can turn it on?
Well, just unlocked, rooted, s-off and twrpd my first phone. What a b*tch, lol! But I had to learn one of these days. Sadly, still cant get the native or any other mobile hotspot app to work though. I saw a thread about a VZW M8 hack but still cant seem to find anything for this ATT thing. No one even willing to talk to me?
Muti007 said:
Well, just unlocked, rooted, s-off and twrpd my first phone. What a b*tch, lol! But I had to learn one of these days. Sadly, still cant get the native or any other mobile hotspot app to work though. I saw a thread about a VZW M8 hack but still cant seem to find anything for this ATT thing. No one even willing to talk to me?
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You can try wiFi Tether Router. Its in the play market but you have to pay $2.50 for it. Has worked for me. I don't think this app can be dectected by the carriers like ATT because it does't use the native hotspot of the phone.
Youll have to flash a custom rom that has this feature [email protected] and is debloated,xarrier build will block it and tell you to conract them.....
This is not going to help you at all, but I pay the extra $30 per month. I use up to 50GB of data each month tethering, and I want to make sure the my carrier doesn't block me.
So now that I've done my service by telling you to do the right thing, you use to be able to go in using SQLLite and turn off the checker. For VZW it was around line 149 - 160. Can't remember. I would think you could do that for AT&T. Maybe someone knows? Or maybe AT&T doesn't work like that any more, of maybe KK doesn't work like that any more.