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T-mobile Orange share on a root?

Hi all,
I'm running neo's latest 7.9 fully rooted etc. I've tried to take advantage of the fact that in the uk you're supposed to be able to use both tmobile and orange networks. Despite doing everything you're supposed to including running all steps via CS my sim card wont register on tmobile.
My question is, is this anything to do with de-branding or rooting?
Any help appreciated
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA App

I don't see how it would. I'm rooted and debranded yet mine works. It just takes a while for it to work. When did you register it? And I don't think this is really 'development' by the way.

I was originally on T-Mobile, followed the steps and had all of the text messages (took around 24hrs for all of them to come through).
I had noticed that I was still getting around the same signal, which was weird as I practically sit next to an Orange transmitter.
Then I noticed I had to change my provider in the phone's settings from 't-mobile' to 't-mobile orange' and *wham* full strength.
Sorry - can't say from Orange to Orange/T-mobile.

pphillips001 said:
I was originally on T-Mobile, followed the steps and had all of the text messages (took around 24hrs for all of them to come through).
I had noticed that I was still getting around the same signal, which was weird as I practically sit next to an Orange transmitter.
Then I noticed I had to change my provider in the phone's settings from 't-mobile' to 't-mobile orange' and *wham* full strength.
Sorry - can't say from Orange to Orange/T-mobile.
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I dont have that on my settings.
I have the usual single operator list. Maybe it will take 24 hours but I got the texts to confirm its been set up almost instantly.

pphillips001 said:
I was originally on T-Mobile, followed the steps and had all of the text messages (took around 24hrs for all of them to come through).
I had noticed that I was still getting around the same signal, which was weird as I practically sit next to an Orange transmitter.
Then I noticed I had to change my provider in the phone's settings from 't-mobile' to 't-mobile orange' and *wham* full strength.
Sorry - can't say from Orange to Orange/T-mobile.
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I did this a few weeks ago and I didn't think it had made any difference whatsoever. Signal keeps dropping out for no reason, 3g is rubbish. Then just a few days ago I had a text come through "congratulating" me on connecting to T-Mobile for the first time, so I guess it is working.
I don't have any T-Mobile Orange option to choose though? Also, the Orange signal still seems to be cutting out. I'm considering ringing them up and telling them that they're in breach of contract and I'm terminating it because they can't provide the service they agreed to give me. Might shake them up a bit.

Have you tried turning on your data roaming in mobile network settings? It said something about it when I did it earlier on today and mine started working a minute after I'd text YES.

works fine for me. i'm running leedroid 2.2a and works perfectly. I now get full signal in my cellar where my signal used to cut out and my phone displays T-mobile (orange) T-mobile in the notification bar. the signal kicks in depended on the strength of the other carriers signal.

phono
EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE that what theyre calling it ... more like Some more in some places to be honest but...
download PHONO from android market..
it shows a great logo for each connected network and you roaming status.
and then providing you did the activation setup orange asked you to do - and you select roaming - it all works perfecly...
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You guys know you're not supposed to "Choose" anything?
Infact, the only setting you should change is to allow Data while roaming (Roaming should already be enabled).
If you're on T-Mobile, it wont switch to Orange if the Orange signal is stronger than the T-Mobile one and vice-versa, this isn't coming until early 2011.
What it will do however is, if you drop your signal completely on 1 network and there is signal on the other network, you will roam on the other network until the phone can regain connectivity on the home network.

Moved to Q&A as not development.

[Q] is there any patch for voice with 3G data?

Hello fellow devs, and members
Just wondering if there's a patch for voice calling while 3G data is still on and running. I think its something like that of some Verizon android devices (correct me if I'm wrong)
I get frustrated when sometimes I'm tethering my from my phone to my tablet and then iI have to take a call, my phone automatically turns to 2G and runs on GpRS only..
Thanks in advance for any feedback!
Cheers!

Mine is an unbranded desire and when I put my phone in WCDMA only mode, I can take a call while the data keeps running.

This is a new one for me. 3G is for voice and data. When 3G data is on you are connected to 3G for voice too. When connected to 2G data, you are connected to 2G for voice.
The Desire normally just picks the faster type of connection (if 3G is present, it connects - even if 2G is stronger). Maybe it is some sort of network override?

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If you have 3g reception data does not drop when you make a call, it only drops when you have 2g/gprs reception.
HTC Desire is a class B (?) device, so if you are using 2g data and you receive a call, it goes straight to voicemail.

Thanks for the info guys. Will try to set it to 3G only and see if it helps

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thanito said:
If you have 3g reception data does not drop when you make a call, it only drops when you have 2g/gprs reception.
HTC Desire is a class B (?) device, so if you are using 2g data and you receive a call, it goes straight to voicemail.
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I think that is only on GPRS 2G. Think EDGE 2G is different

2G = GPRS and EDGE. 2G does not allow for simultaneous voice & data (it works much like dialup).
3G = WCDMA and HSDPA (we're speaking of GSM devices, not CDMA). Voice & data can be simultaneous.

pascanu said:
3G = WCDMA and HSDPA (we're speaking of GSM devices, not CDMA). Voice & data can be simultaneous.
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True, but I believe it's a carrier feature? Some carriers allow it and others do not?
With my previous carrier it never worked but when I switched to my current one it's fine.

[Q] 4G WiMax Frequencies (Possible Coverage/Signal Enhancement/Expansion)

This goes all the way back to my days with my EVO 4G.
I remember over a year ago someone on XDA mentioning that Clearwire's/Sprint's WiMax operates on frequencies other than 2.5 - 2.6Ghz, which are the frequencies our phones' radios are set to.
This person mentioned in some areas there were WiMax towers running anywhere between 2.2 - 2.7Ghz and if we could change the WiMax center frequencies on the EVO's radio, we could take advantage of possibly better coverage, better signal, better speeds, etc.
Unfortunately, on the EVO there didn't seem to be a way to change the center frequencies for the WiMax radio BUT it appears that on our phone (E4GT) there's a very easy way to change the WiMax radio's center frequencies! I stumbled upon it while looking at my WiMax settings.
Here's how you get to the WiMax frequency settings:
For those who don't know how to reach their 4G/WiMax settings, here's how you do this: (no, you don't need to be rooted)
1. Go to your phone's dialpad
2. Enter ##3282#
3. Tap on "View"
4. Tap on "WiMax"
5. Enter your MSL code (here's how to get your MSL without calling Sprint for it)
6. Tap the second menu item, "MRU"
7. Press and hold on either of the two settings until the option comes up to delete or edit them
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I'm a 4G area (Miami) but I have to go outdoors to get signal as it doesn't seem to penetrate the walls of my place. If we can safely expand our center frequencies to improve our coverage and speed, that would be game-changer for people who might be on the outskirts of 4G WiMax coverage or in an unofficial 4G WiMax area.
I'm obviously a little hesitant to change the frequencies without knowing exactly what frequencies it'd be safe for me to change it to but I'm willing to try with a little guidance. Onto my question: Does anyone here have experience with WiMax frequencies and/or Clearwire's exact WiMax frequency range and is willing to give me a nudge in the right direction?

I was already in the cdma editting screen at sprints mru setting when I came across this post. I, too, am testing out the wimax and other cdma settings, but for different reasons.
Nevertheless, I will change the frequencies for you and tell you my results. Check back later to see them.

Wireless spectrum is highly regulated. Sprint (clearwire technically) currently owns licenses to use the 2.5GHz band for WIMAX. The max allowed range would be 2.5GHz to 2.69GHz. Sprint will not be broadcasting WIMAX on any other frequency as it would be a federal offense (FCC regulates all spectrum). So by changing your phone's frequencies, you will not get better WIMAX. Here is a list of all allocated Spectrum uses (can't link it yet, so add h t t p : / / (no spaces):
reboot.fcc.gov/spectrumdashboard/searchSpectrum.seam?conversationId=46379
So, changing the phone's frequency would cause it to get interference from devices such as cordless phones (2.4GHz), amateur radios, local television stations, etc. Your phone will not know how to use those and will cause weird things to happen. Not to mention changing this type of setting may cause damage to your phone.

how can i get into MRU setting,
i have done what you write,
##3282#
will show VIEW MODE or EDIT MODE
i choose EDIT MODE, and put my MSL,
and after that i can't find MRU setting, it's just DATA PROFILE, EVDO, ADVANVCE, WIMAX, USB CHARGING,
where can i find MRU settinh ?
in my country, wimax freq is 2362500, 2367500, 2372500

I'm curious about this as well. The Clearwire map shows that my area is completely covered, yet I'm hardly ever able to connect to 4g even when outside.

Network Vision and 1xRTT

So I noticed in downtown Milwaukee that I was stuck on 1x, but had full bars (on the sprint network). For fun I did a speed test, and was floored... 70KB (yes, bytes, not bits) down, 45KB up. I will upload a screenshot later when I can get to a PC.
I thought our phones wouldn't be able to take advantage of the upgraded data capacity of 1x?
Sent from my SPH-D710 using XDA

That's what 1x is... It's far, far slower than 3G.

Yeah that's 2G lol
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Dalmus said:
So I noticed in downtown Milwaukee that I was stuck on 1x, but had full bars (on the sprint network). For fun I did a speed test, and was floored... 70KB (yes, bytes, not bits) down, 45KB up. I will upload a screenshot later when I can get to a PC.
I thought our phones wouldn't be able to take advantage of the upgraded data capacity of 1x?
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1x can't do 70KBytes/45KBytes
How are you determining your are on a 1xRTT connection?

sfhub said:
1x can't do 70KBytes/45KBytes
How are you determining your are on a 1xRTT connection?
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The network icon in the status bar indicated 1x... I didn't believe it, so I checked Netmonitor (confirmed) and also did SpeedTest... See the screenshot of the details of the test.
Either funky things are happening with 1x, or my radio is reporting the wrong connection type. Although I know they are upgrading the 1x network somehow to accommodate the extra traffic Direct Connect is bringing... But as far as I know, the theoretical max of 1x is about 18KB.
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Dalmus said:
The network icon in the status bar indicated 1x... I didn't believe it, so I checked Netmonitor (confirmed) and also did SpeedTest... See the screenshot of the details of the test.
Either funky things are happening with 1x, or my radio is reporting the wrong connection type. Although I know they are upgrading the 1x network somehow to accommodate the extra traffic Direct Connect is bringing... But as far as I know, the theoretical max of 1x is about 18KB.
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With those ping times I can almost guarantee you are not on 1xRTT. Your data rates are even beyond the revised 1xRTT rates.
I am surprised they put the 1x notification back. Previous releases always said 3G regardless of whether you are on 1x or EVDO (on multiple sprint high-end phones)
What does ##DEBUG# say about your data connection?
When it asks for your lock code enter 777468 (SPRINT) (the equivalent #s from a phone dial pad)
BTW what is that 3rd notification icon (from the left) signifying?

Next time out drops to 1x, I'll check out debug and post here.
I'm running Calk's last gingerbread ROM. He has the 1x / 3g fix baked in. Until the last two weeks, I never noticed high speeds when it indicated 1x, but of course it's possible something on the code is reading the state wrong.
That third icon is the standard Android notification letting Mr know there is an open wifi signal.
Sent from my SPH-D710 using XDA

Dalmus said:
Next time out drops to 1x, I'll check out debug and post here.
I'm running Calk's last gingerbread ROM. He has the 1x / 3g fix baked in. Until the last two weeks, I never noticed high speeds when it indicated 1x, but of course it's possible something on the code is reading the state wrong.
That third icon is the standard Android notification letting Mr know there is an open wifi signal.
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I missed you were on GB, answering so many ICS questions today.
For ##DEBUG# on GB, enter your MSL which you can get using "getprop ril.MSL" in adb shell

Wifi and data problem

I have a T-Mobile htc 10 and recently updated the phone that was sent by T-Mobile (1.81.531.4). Lately, when I'm connected to wifi and leave the range of the wifi the phone will not connect to the data network. It will show 4g (big icon) with 3/4 bars but there is no connection. I can't send text messages and the internet says I have no connection and the web page won't load.
Turning mobile data on and off won't do anything. I have to turn on airplane mode and then turn it on. That's when the mobile data starts working.

I am having that issue as well. I rolled back and the problem went away. Must be something in that update.

How did you roll back? Are you rooted?

Make sure "Auto switch to mobile network" is checked under your advanced WiFi settings.
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I'm also seeing the same thing. Has this issue been resolved? I've just applied "Auto switch to the mobile network" so only time will tell.
UPDATE: applied "Auto switch to the mobile network" unfortunately that did not fix the issue.
My carrier is T-Mobile
Build: 1.81.531.4

I have an unlocked HTC10 and use it on Tmobile, I had that exact problem with mine also after an update which i dont remember the number, but after the last update from last month (1.91.617.1) it got fixed, i was able to make it work with a trade of a little battery life.
My fix:
Go to developers options and enable the "Cellular data always active" that way even when you are connected to wifi the phone will leave the 4g/Lte connection open.
Try that at least until they release the OTA for your phone
Let me know if that works.. good luck!

kelbaez said:
I have an unlocked HTC10 and use it on Tmobile, I had that exact problem with mine also after an update which i dont remember the number, but after the last update from last month (1.91.617.1) it got fixed, i was able to make it work with a trade of a little battery life.
My fix:
Go to developers options and enable the "Cellular data always active" that way even when you are connected to wifi the phone will leave the 4g/Lte connection open.
Try that at least until they release the OTA for your phone
Let me know if that works.. good luck!
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kelbaez: Thank you I'll try enabling the "Cellular data always active". I'll post back if it works or not. (9/23/2016)
UPDATE: 9/25/2016 Since I applied kelbaez fix on 9/23/2016 phone has not had an issue. Until today.
While traveling (phone was never connected to a wifi) phone seem to have lose connection with T Mobile's data. Enabled and disabled airplane mode fixed it.
However, I still feel kelbaez has fix the issue of being at home and connected to wifi and with his fix I have not as of yet lost data connection. FYI, prior to his fixs at less once or twice a day.

Glad I stumbled upon this thread..been having the same issues. Hope it gets fixed in an update.