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Is there a way to force roaming?

I'm tired of weak signal areas where I slip in and out of roaming, is there a forced roaming app or some type of hack/mod where I can make my phone roam?

You have two choices:
1) Load a Verizon PRL. This involves a good amount of trickery (I haven't tested it myself) but there's instructions around here. This will get your 3G data as well.
2) Get a ROM such as CyanogenMod which has a forced-roaming option. Open up Settings>Wireless & networks>Mobile networks and in there will be an option to select what group (Home Only, Affiliated Networks, Automatic. Automatic is default) of networks to choose. By selecting Affiliated Networks, that will enable forced-roaming, but will only give you 1X data, not 3G.
For calls, Twitter, and push notifications, the 1X data roaming will suffice, especially if you want to switch back and forth (ie, the bad signal is only at work, but you have good reception everywhere else). Personally, I switch to Affiliated Networks when I'm at work, as getting calls and texts is a lot more important for my job than just being able to download a webpage faster.

Damn so I'd have to switch to a ****ty rom to get the option?
That sucks, I don't know how to change the prl so I'm stuck
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A ****ty ROM? That's kind of harsh dude... i thought that someone had an app that did the same thing as the affiliated network switch in CM6?
the_hustleman said:
Damn so I'd have to switch to a ****ty rom to get the option?
That sucks, I don't know how to change the prl so I'm stuck
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the_hustleman said:
Damn so I'd have to switch to a ****ty rom to get the option?
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"****ty ROM"? Have you even tried CM6 Final? Furthermore, go screw yourself with a rusty rake. Nobody's going to help an ungrateful prick.
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Changing the PRL isn't actually that hard. You download the PRL file and just put it on your memory card. Then you download the application called "MSL Reader" from the market and it will tell you your 6 digit MSL code. Then you go to your phone dialer and type in ##PRL# and it will prompt you to put in your MSL. Then you click on the 00001.prl file (which is the only one there) and then press the menu button and then press commit and you're done.
Here is the original thread I got this from.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=696073&highlight=evdo+sprint
If dialing ##PRL# doesn't do anything you need to swap out the EPST.apk file with a EPST.apk file that will support these dialer codes. Here is that thread too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=737594&highlight=dialer+codes
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That requires that EPST even works for your ROM, and unless you have the ever-so-wonderful battery and CPU hogging Sense UI, it won't.

phobos512 said:
A ****ty ROM? That's kind of harsh dude... i thought that someone had an app that did the same thing as the affiliated network switch in CM6?
I called it ****ty because it doesn't even have sense and I guess I can adjust to not having it, but the 4G doesn't work!
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"****ty ROM"? Have you even tried CM6 Final? Furthermore, go screw yourself with a rusty rake. Nobody's going to help an ungrateful prick.
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Actually I'm very grateful that you took the time to help, didn't mean to offend, I apologize if you took it that way (now that I re-read my comment, I see why you took it that way) but I was just frustrated because I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place, either go through with a procedure I'm not comfortable with OR flashing a ROM that (and this is the whole reason I called it ****ty) doesn't have sense nor does it even have 4G - one of the MAIN REASONS FOR ME BUYING THE PHONE! Understand my dilemma?
I use 4G regularly, so CM6 is a huge no-no for me.
once again, I apologize if you took offense to my comment.

the_hustleman said:
I'm tired of weak signal areas where I slip in and out of roaming, is there a forced roaming app or some type of hack/mod where I can make my phone roam?
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Yes If you have root there is now. Roam Control on the market by Mr Greg. 5 bucks think. I rooted my EVO yesterday Stock 2.2. Then I bought roam control. I can verify this works on the stock rom.

baknblack said:
Yes If you have root there is now. Roam Control on the market by Mr Greg. 5 bucks think. I rooted my EVO yesterday Stock 2.2. Then I bought roam control. I can verify this works on the stock rom.
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Did the same thing few days ago, works great! Few places I go that sprint signal is very low and drains battery, switching to roam on verizon makes the battery last a lot longer.
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[Q] Speeding up my Evo? Also Nandroid?

How's goes it out there? This is my first question on XDA so forgive me if I sound dumb.
I have a rooted EVO via Unrevoked. I am using Myn's latest Rom, my kernel version is 2.6.32.25-netarchy-toastmod-4.2.1-cfs-bfq-havs-more-smartass. It runs pretty well for the most part, but I have crappy service where I live. I am usually between 2-3 bars. I want to know if there is a way to speed up my internet tether and my 3g speed.
Another question I have is I flashed Myn's latest Rom and I wanted to go and try other roms. The only thing is my Nandroid is missing from my recovery menu. Any clue as to where is went and/or how to get it back..?
Sorry if these are in threads already as I'm sure they are, but my internet is slow(as I stated above).Hopefully some kind soul would just work with me a little so I dont have to wait for 9000000 different threads options can be looked up and wait 10 years to do so.

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kniz said:
How's goes it out there? This is my first question on XDA so forgive me if I sound dumb.
I have a rooted EVO via Unrevoked. I am using Myn's latest Rom, my kernel version is 2.6.32.25-netarchy-toastmod-4.2.1-cfs-bfq-havs-more-smartass. It runs pretty well for the most part, but I have crappy service where I live. I am usually between 2-3 bars. I want to know if there is a way to speed up my internet tether and my 3g speed.
Another question I have is I flashed Myn's latest Rom and I wanted to go and try other roms. The only thing is my Nandroid is missing from my recovery menu. Any clue as to where is went and/or how to get it back..?
Sorry if these are in threads already as I'm sure they are, but my internet is slow(as I stated above).Hopefully some kind soul would just work with me a little so I dont have to wait for 9000000 different threads options can be looked up and wait 10 years to do so.
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Get sprints airave if you have cable or dsl internet. You will have full bars. Or get a cell signal booster for about 300 bucks from radio shack. This will also give you full service.
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you COULD try and update your radios. What version on Myn? Is it his newest? If so then do thr PRL to 1.90. If your having issues with the phone not sleeping at night, extreme lag etc then downgrade to 1,77

I am on the latest version of myn's. RLS5.
sent from my evo.
fast, but want faster.

I have the latest version of Myn's. My prl is 1.90_003. Now how would I go about downgrading my prl? Also what does updating/downgrading your prl do? How can I tell if my phone is sleeping? Also any clue on the nandroid? Sorry for the overwhelming amount of questions, I have limited resources right now unfortunately.. but I greatly appreciate everyone's help.
sent from my evo.
fast, but want faster.

Correction. My PRI is 1.90_003 and my PRL is 60674.
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Which recovery are you using?

PryorDaniel said:
Which recovery are you using?
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I am using Clockwork.

So no one has really answered anything. Great place for q&a....
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fast, but want faster.

Just an idea, I read a post today that was talking about dialing ##3282# in the dialer, going to edit mode, type in the password found using MSL reader from the market, go to ADVANCED, then change HTTP PD Proxy Port to "0" and change HTTP PD Proxy address to "0.0.0.0"....
I looked for the post just now but couldnt find it... Anyway, several people on there were talkin about it increasing their 3g speeds ( and allowing them to dwnld mp3's), and sure enough I did it and my average (over 4 tests before and 4 after) went up about 25%.... Anyway, dont know if this will help you at all since your's is an actually service issue but it's worth a try... Hope it helps -- and by the way, I am in no way a professional, just simply passing some stuff along so do your research and dont just take my word for it... good luck mate

[Q] Any tricks or ways to speed up the download speed on CM7?

I'm using CM7 and I am experiencing very slow download speeds. On sense roms I would use ##data# to correct this but as we all know that doesn't work on AOSP roms so does anyone know anyways I could speed up my downloads?

ya i know how
WIFI is the way to go u better thank me

This is what finally worked for me-- just posted this earlier:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13478940&postcount=24
And the link to the fix: http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-tips-tricks/280082-major-solution-fix-your-slow-3g-speeds-evo4g.html
Follow it to the 'T' .. it seems to be working for most. Dramatic 3G speed increases.
And, wrong section,

Does that trick work for CM7 roms?
I skimmed, but it says not for ASOP roms....

yes-- but fix is applied in a sense rom, then restore backup of CM7. It's all in the instructions.
EDIT. hah. I guess that's not in the instructions.
Ya, backup your CM7 setup. Flash a sense rom (I used Mik) , they do the fix following instructions exactly, then restore your full cm7 nandroid backup without wiping.

Also, try this, so you dont hit 1x. Go to your AOSP rom's dialer. Type in: *#*#4636#*#*
Select Phone Information.
Scroll down to Set Preferred Network Type (you'll see its on CDMA auto(PRL))
We want to change this to CDMA only!
Then just back out and you should be set!

Odd.. i was happy with my speeds after fix, but plugged in the code just to look around, but didnt save changes. Noticed today my speeds are back down to 5kb/s down.
But the weirdest part is, when i punch in the code now, nothing happens.
Prl is still the same as before. Ill apply the fix again, but just curious...

You have to select cdma only and hit menu then select radio band.. it will force close.. go back and check and see if it saved..this is what I did and I worked for me
Or it might be the other way around idk give it a shot dude!
decalex said:
Odd.. i was happy with my speeds after fix, but plugged in the code just to look around, but didnt save changes. Noticed today my speeds are back down to 5kb/s down.
But the weirdest part is, when i punch in the code now, nothing happens.
Prl is still the same as before. Ill apply the fix again, but just curious...
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Informative, thanks.
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[Q] 1x problems

my evo when I flash custom roms will always give me 1x instead of 3g icon... not sure why is there a fix of any kind?

Your probably not clearing everything when you flash the rom. Make sure you wipe everything when flashing a new rom.
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I wipe everything 3 times before flash thanks for the advice

jph1282 said:
I wipe everything 3 times before flash thanks for the advice
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Try going into espt. (you need to be on a sense rom) Enter ##3282#. Go to edit mode (you'll need your MSL number). Select 'evdo', and make sure that the preferred mode is set to automatic. I don't remember if it automatically reboots your phone when you commit the changes, but if not, then reboot it manually after you change it. That may help ya out.

k2buckley said:
Try going into espt. (you need to be on a sense rom) Enter ##3282#. Go to edit mode (you'll need your MSL number). Select 'evdo', and make sure that the preferred mode is set to automatic. I don't remember if it automatically reboots your phone when you commit the changes, but if not, then reboot it manually after you change it. That may help ya out.
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Good call, only reason I didn't think this was the reason because most roms don't have the icon change when you lose evdo.
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dcmasta said:
Good call, only reason I didn't think this was the reason because most roms don't have the icon change when you lose evdo.
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Right, but now that a lot of the Sense roms are incorporating that mod (the mod that shows if your truly on 3g or 1xx), some people are realizing that they aren't getting 3g signal at all. Some may have been on 1x the entire time, but then when they switch to a rom that shows what you're actually connected to, they realtize they're on 1x. That trick works for some people, but not all. I think it'll help out though.

Same 1x problem no matter what i do
Ive had this problem for about 5 months now and it doesnt matter what ROM i switch to or use it the same and going in EPST doesnt fix the problem neither when doing what you just said to do with the epst but when i do change it from AUTOMATIC to HRC it goes back on 3G but the downfall to that is that phone calls and text dont come in to your phone until you make a phone call so can anyone help solve the issue why is this happening? I have a white evo hardwhere 0003 used all kind of roms even stock and same thing and know alot about phones and been messing with them since windows mobile 6.1 HTC TOUCH for sprint soo... And my girls evo is and stays on 3GrevA. her in not rooted and is stock tho while mines is stuck eternally 1xrtt.

swurvv said:
Ive had this problem for about 5 months now and it doesnt matter what ROM i switch to or use it the same and going in EPST doesnt fix the problem neither when doing what you just said to do with the epst but when i do change it from AUTOMATIC to HRC it goes back on 3G but the downfall to that is that phone calls and text dont come in to your phone until you make a phone call so can anyone help solve the issue why is this happening? I have a white evo hardwhere 0003 used all kind of roms even stock and same thing and know alot about phones and been messing with them since windows mobile 6.1 HTC TOUCH for sprint soo... And my girls evo is and stays on 3GrevA. her in not rooted and is stock tho while mines is stuck eternally 1xrtt.
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you may have facked your radio at some point? I would tinker with different ones till you get the sweet spot.

k2buckley said:
Right, but now that a lot of the Sense roms are incorporating that mod (the mod that shows if your truly on 3g or 1xx), some people are realizing that they aren't getting 3g signal at all. Some may have been on 1x the entire time, but then when they switch to a rom that shows what you're actually connected to, they realtize they're on 1x. That trick works for some people, but not all. I think it'll help out though.
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This. There may not be anything really wrong at all. I mean, it sucks to drop to 1X, but the stock ROM was lying to you.
Now, if you ONLY see 1X all the time, yeah, that's a problem. But an occasional switch over to 1X (particularly if you're in a tough signal area, like the core of an office building) is normal.

I am on mikG Rom I have had 3g before I updated radios got the new stock rom but at home I use a airwave for signal wonder if that messes anything up?
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jph1282 said:
I am on mikG Rom I have had 3g before I updated radios got the new stock rom but at home I use a airwave for signal wonder if that messes anything up?
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Have you tried one of the new Sense 3 roms? The reason I ask...when you go into 'ABOUT PHONE' in settings these versions give you a network option that others do not. Check to see what it is telling you are receiving 1X or evdo. If it says 1X...you may have the same issue I had...borked 3G. Once I got it replaced..I loaded up the 3.0 again just to check what it now said..and you betcha...evdo was now showing and not 1Xrxx (or whatever it was).
I tried everything as well for about three weeks..you name it..ROMS/RADIOS/STOCK/CUSTOM/ESPT even took it back to fully stock and then rooted again (lost my .76Hboot in doing so, but phone didn't work right anyway... I was grabbing for straws. Luckily it was just under the first year and paid the 35 to have it replaced (no warranty plan). I travel and no matter where I went the speeds were terrible..ya..the 1X/3G/EVDO in the notifications bar is just for looks...but you KNOW when your stuck on 1X...frustrating.
This may not be the case....but

kinda of a simple fix... first of all stock sense roms always show 3g even if you dont have it... if on every rom you flash you keep getting the 1x AND you alreeady tried radios, nv etc upgrades and those dont work, then it is your PRL not PRI... 2 different things... to fix it check out a thread under deveopement ..Deck.... cause there is a fix there, or google prl and pri update evo on google.. you will need msl and be on sense and be able to use espt

[Q] Wicked Sensation v2.0 4G Data not working(Sprint GS3)

I have downloaded and done a clean install of the latest ROM from Team-Venom "Wicked Sensations v2.0" First of all the ROM is so in depth, and runs smoother than any other ROM I have used in the last year. There is only one issue. The only way I can use mobile data is if I switch the mobile network to CDMA, 4G LTE does allow me to send and receive phone calls but no text messages, or any data whatsoever. . I have read all of Team Venom's thread, well most of it anyways, and I cannot find anyone else having this issue. I am aware of the rules of the forums, so I am posting this under the Q/A as not to bog down or step on anyone's toes, in the developers thread.
Is there a fix for the 4G data issue, or is it just my phone? I have tried everything I can think of such as..
Flash stock Kernal
Flashed the latest radios
flashed the latest PRL's (not sure what that would do but I did it anyways)
tried toggling airplane mode on and off.
Since nobody else is having this issue, I am not sure what else to try. also, when I am using LTE, I DO NOT have the 4G icon next to my signal bars, like I do when I am on 3G.
Before you ask, yes, I do in fact live in an area that does have 4G, I am in Kansas City Kansas.
Anyone with an idea or know how I would be grateful.
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wildcrackshot said:
I have downloaded and done a clean install of the latest ROM from Team-Venom "Wicked Sensations v2.0" First of all the ROM is so in depth, and runs smoother than any other ROM I have used in the last year. There is only one issue. The only way I can use mobile data is if I switch the mobile network to CDMA, 4G LTE does allow me to send and receive phone calls but no text messages, or any data whatsoever. . I have read all of Team Venom's thread, well most of it anyways, and I cannot find anyone else having this issue. I am aware of the rules of the forums, so I am posting this under the Q/A as not to bog down or step on anyone's toes, in the developers thread.
Is there a fix for the 4G data issue, or is it just my phone? I have tried everything I can think of such as..
Flash stock Kernal
Flashed the latest radios
flashed the latest PRL's (not sure what that would do but I did it anyways)
tried toggling airplane mode on and off.
Since nobody else is having this issue, I am not sure what else to try. also, when I am using LTE, I DO NOT have the 4G icon next to my signal bars, like I do when I am on 3G.
Before you ask, yes, I do in fact live in an area that does have 4G, I am in Kansas City Kansas.
Anyone with an idea or know how I would be grateful.
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Well I guess this is what I get for having to deal with this 10 post rule. This would be so much better if I could just ask my question in the Rom's thread so people would ACTUALLY SEE IT!!!!!

Have you tried resetting you data? ##786#..
Edit: you will need your msl #..
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wildcrackshot said:
Well I guess this is what I get for having to deal with this 10 post rule. This would be so much better if I could just ask my question in the Rom's thread so people would ACTUALLY SEE IT!!!!!
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Just keep replying :good:
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Try this and let us know if it worked
ImEVO said:
Have you tried resetting you data? ##786#..
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jonapunk said:
Try this and let us know if it worked
Thanks for the replies all. I have done the suggested troubleshooting as follows
1: did a fresh install of the ROM (after wiping EVERYTHING first)
2. went through setup of the device (just to verify 4G was still not working, which it was not)
3. went to dialer and input ##486#
4. chose the reset option
5. entered my MSL # and then the phone did a factory reset.
When the phone came back up I had to go through the setup again, and had to turn on wifi to get through it because the data was still not working.
Also if anyone comes accross this and wants to know how to get the MSL # download a terminal emulator from the market and input "getprop ril.MSL"
Or check out this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28182339
Also while investigating the MSL further I found this possible solution-
"The phone needs to be re-provisioned as follows ##72786# or ##SCRTN# the phone may restart twice, after the restarts, launch a browser and type in your phone number on the prompt."
After following this, when I opened the browser I was not prompted to input anything I was only greeted with a connection error. :crying:
I am still searching for more answers. I am exploring ##DATA# but there is more in here than I am familiar with so I will hold of on this until I know what I am doing.
In the mean time 3G works so I am still able to use my phone just wish I could tether my 4G to my laptop.
Any other ideas are more than welcome.
Wild
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Well, I just flashed v1.3 and it is working flawlessly, everything is working great. I just think my hardware version is conflicting with the latest v2.0 for some reason. I am out of ideas. I'll stay on v1.3 for now I guess.
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I have had the same exact issue and have not found a fix yet. It only happens with certain roms.

wildcrackshot said:
I have downloaded and done a clean install of the latest ROM from Team-Venom "Wicked Sensations v2.0" First of all the ROM is so in depth, and runs smoother than any other ROM I have used in the last year. There is only one issue. The only way I can use mobile data is if I switch the mobile network to CDMA, 4G LTE does allow me to send and receive phone calls but no text messages, or any data whatsoever. . I have read all of Team Venom's thread, well most of it anyways, and I cannot find anyone else having this issue. I am aware of the rules of the forums, so I am posting this under the Q/A as not to bog down or step on anyone's toes, in the developers thread.
Is there a fix for the 4G data issue, or is it just my phone? I have tried everything I can think of such as..
Flash stock Kernal
Flashed the latest radios
flashed the latest PRL's (not sure what that would do but I did it anyways)
tried toggling airplane mode on and off.
Since nobody else is having this issue, I am not sure what else to try. also, when I am using LTE, I DO NOT have the 4G icon next to my signal bars, like I do when I am on 3G.
Before you ask, yes, I do in fact live in an area that does have 4G, I am in Kansas City Kansas.
Anyone with an idea or know how I would be grateful.
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Tha'ts weird, I just checked mine and it says global network. I switched it toe CDMA LTE and it works. Even sent a test text message to the wife phone and have no issues.. O here might be the issue. If you go to ##3282# under view then advance, see if LTE is enabled or disabled.. If it is enabled then I bet that is why you do not get 4G service.. I believe LTE does not have 4G service just 3G.. I have done this and my 4G went to 3G after enableing it.. If you have it disabled you will get 4G service..

That is a good idea but even then you have to wait five min. inbetween lol why couldn't I remember my old login that would be way easier
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Well I have finally been able to get 4G data working on v2.0!!!
1. Wipe EVERYTHING
2. Flashed sensations v1.3
3. Reboot phone into recovery
4. Flashed v2.0
5. BEFORE REBOOTING OUT OF RECOVERY, Flash latest sprint radios
6. Reboot phone one last time
This has made 4G data work for me.
Im in the car right now, will try to remember to post a link to the latest radios. And PRL Updates. Those are nice to have too.
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jjerome1979 said:
That is a good idea but even then you have to wait five min. inbetween lol why couldn't I remember my old login that would be way easier
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This is what I did and it seemed to work. I switched to cdma only then update profile and prl. Then when I switched back to cdma/lte everything seemed to work fine.