How do I make my own backup of the Radio/PRI/WiMax etc? I have a few friends that I helped root their phones and they refuse to go to a different rom to update their radio. Also, the radio updates posted always seem behind by 2 or 3 versions. I just want to know how to go about making my own. Can I use terminal emulator?
What 'posted' radio updates are you referring to that always seem to be behind? The ones posted in Calkulin's thread are all up to date.
Posting & replying from my EVO 4G
dougjamal said:
What 'posted' radio updates are you referring to that always seem to be behind? The ones posted in Calkulin's thread are all up to date.
Posting & replying from my EVO 4G
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=715485
proalsren said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=715485
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I'm aware of that particular thread, but what radios are available for our devices that are not included in that thread?
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dougjamal said:
I'm aware of that particular thread, but what radios are available for our devices that are not included in that thread?
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None. That thread is kept up to date and is complete.
When I update via a sense rom it always gives me a newer PRL. In my town, the PRL is updating almost daily as sprint screwed up the towers. The main thing I want is to update the PRL. I just figured I would better myself and learn to do it myself.
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None. That thread is kept up to date and is complete.
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I didn't think there was. Thanks for the confirmation......Anyway, to the OP, this tutorial *might* be helpful to you in regard to making your own update script.
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When I update via a sense rom it always gives me a newer PRL. In my town, the PRL is updating almost daily as sprint screwed up the towers. The main thing I want is to update the PRL. I just figured I would better myself and learn to do it myself.
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Oh I see. Please know that the PRL (Preferred Roaming List) is generally not something that is user generated. A brief description of the PRL can be read HERE. Also, it is different from the PRI found listed among the radio information (baseband, PRI, NV, WiMAX & Hboot).
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I just flashed 1.39.00.05.31 Radio from toastcfh here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=696462
Seemed to go fine, and 3G works fine as well. I am able to turn on my 4G via the widget, but even though I am in an area that has had 4G (my office in NYC) it is not connecting since I updated the radio.
Have I broken something? what do I do to resolve? I searched and found several 4G solutions, but I'm having trouble determining what exactly the problem is.
Thanks!
berardi said:
I just flashed 1.39.00.05.31 Radio from toastcfh here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=696462
Seemed to go fine, and 3G works fine as well. I am able to turn on my 4G via the widget, but even though I am in an area that has had 4G (my office in NYC) it is not connecting since I updated the radio.
Have I broken something? what do I do to resolve? I searched and found several 4G solutions, but I'm having trouble determining what exactly the problem is.
Thanks!
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That radio is one not the current one. If you are running a ROM based off the latest OTA then you need to have the latest Wimax and radio to work for 4G. That is based off my experience though.
I would flash the latest radio and wimax and test it out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=715485
This will help if it still does not work with the latest Wimax fix
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7020516&postcount=3826
Hope that helps
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That radio is one not the current one. If you are running a ROM based off the latest OTA then you need to have the latest Wimax and radio to work for 4G. That is based off my experience though.
I would flash the latest radio and wimax and test it out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=715485
This will help if it still does not work with the latest Wimax fix
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7020516&postcount=3826
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crap, someone needs to take that link down it's in the sticky on the android dev forum! So much for reading the stickies being beneficial, ha ha. Oh well I should have noticed the post was old.
Thanks a bunch! - Does the order matter? Also, when you install a rom, does it touch the radio or wimax radio normally? or that completely independent?
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crap, someone needs to take that link down it's in the sticky on the android dev forum! So much for reading the stickies being beneficial, ha ha. Oh well I should have noticed the post was old.
Thanks a bunch! - so I should flash both the Radio and Wimax versions? Does the order matter?
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I have flashed the Radio and Wimax and they are working great. I am not sure if the order matters, but I flashed the Radio-rebooted Wimax-rebooted. I didn't have have any problems so take that for what it's worth...
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I have flashed the Radio and Wimax and they are working great. I am not sure if the order matters, but I flashed the Radio-rebooted Wimax-rebooted. I didn't have have any problems so take that for what it's worth...
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Sounds good, thanks!!
software update, 5.10.605.9; Radio:
20.32W.30.0813U_1.09.01.1111
Looks like a new radio too.
http://support.verizonwireless.com/pdf/system_update/incredible2.pdf
Security Features
+ Includes Google BT/DigiNoTar security patch.
+ Includes Google security patch for upgrading libpng to 1.2.46.
+ Includes Wi-Fi password security patch.
Device Features
+ Support local video playback when in Airplane Mode.
+ 5 bar Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) support.
+ Improvements to Clock and Alarm features.
+ The “Disable While Roaming” selection will work accurately when
roaming in Canada.
+ Update Sync & Connect configuration to enable Push email sync
during off-peak hours.
Sorry there is a duplicate thread in the General forum. I only searched to see if there is already a post in the development thread.
I did not provide this, but here is the link to the radio. Thanks to adrynalyne.
MD5: 700956620392e953b212c85510788795
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20279858&postcount=14
Still do not update to sense 3.0 ....
I just want someone to tear out the radio and give me a flashable zip. I'm running android 4.0 so I could care less about the rest of the update.
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I just want someone to tear out the radio and give me a flashable zip. I'm running android 4.0 so I could care less about the rest of the update.
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which ics are you running? the beta in the developers section ?
ok i see it on your signature !!!!
I'm rooted and wouldn't mind keeping it up to date (especially the radio), just wondering about if ill lose root. Anyone take the dive yet?
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I'll wait to flash a new radio. I'm sure it will be extracted and uploaded here soon.
I am so tempted to run the new OTA, but I would want quick access to an XTC clip to unlock my bootloader in case anything went as VZW planned.
As in VZW would rather we keep our bootloader locked.
Any one see the Red DInc II avail any more.
Looks like we got the limited edition of the RED Droid Incredible 2.
It's so funny that the Vortex is still going for $79.
That phone must be SPECIAL...
As in VZW tries to pedal cheap junk for more than it's worth.
Yeah, I am hopeful that we get a flashable zip of the radio. Don't forget to check the MD5 sum & have a good flash (when it becomes available).
Look in the thread in the general section. Radio but no md5.
AgalychnisCallidryas said:
Look in the thread in the general section. Radio but no md5.
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It's there now...
700956620392e953b212c85510788795
And it's good...
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I am so tempted but I would want quick access to a clip in case anything went as VZW planned.
Any one see the Red one avail any more.
Looks like we got the limited edition.
It's so funny that the Vortex is still going for $79.
That phone must be SPECIAL...
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I absolutely have no idea what you are talking about or how it relates to this thread.
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I absolutely have no idea what you are talking about or how it relates to this thread.
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Please re read my post.
I expanded it (my post) so it relates to this thread..
Has anyone with root tried doing the OTA?
I'm running rooted stock (RMK's rooted ROM from the previous OTA).
is anyone packaging this update as a flashable ROM?
I would if i knew how to do that magic stuff.
poncho524 said:
Has anyone with root tried doing the OTA?
I'm running rooted stock (RMK's rooted ROM from the previous OTA).
is anyone packaging this update as a flashable ROM?
I would if i knew how to do that magic stuff.
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cwr will block the ota from installing if you try
The radio installs fine from the posted zip no problems.
I installed the radio just fine as well but I don't see a difference in signal strength. I'm running CM7 and I still see 4 signal bars.
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i installed the radio just fine as well but i don't see a difference in signal strength. I'm running cm7 and i still see 4 signal bars.
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a radio will not give you the 5 bars!!
andybones said:
a radio will not give you the 5 bars!!
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well maybe if you wish really hard
If you wish upon a radio...
Radio seems to have helped me. I am getting service in my normal dead spots. I guess I won't be as frustrated with big red.
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any news on new radios for this f'n phone im tired of it cutting out mid download because i moved the phone 3 inches
gaming09 said:
any news on new radios for this f'n phone im tired of it cutting out mid download because i moved the phone 3 inches
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I am sorry to hear that you are having issues due to the poor radio soft/hardware.
But, I am afraid the responses here will most likely be negative.
1) You will hear that you posted / complained about the "bad radio" for the 1000th time redundantly.
2) You will also hear from users who are lucky enough to not have any radio issues to tell you that it is user error (ie, you are the problem not the phone. Somewhat kinder users will tell you to try different ROMs or radios as well which probably won't solve the problem right now)
3) You will also hear from some of us to call VZW and get a refurbished replacement until you get one that is problem free.
All in all, I hear you. Every time when VZW tell me to wait for the most amazing update ever in the history of mankind to resolve all these issues since 4 months ago, I start to laugh..
we are supposed to see an update this month (pure speculation). however...
4.0.4 did just hit the repo, and it includes new broadcomm drivers (https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/android-building/YoBlTfntDvo). Im sure one or all of the custom rom devs will pick this up and create/update their rom...
murtezahu said:
we are supposed to see an update this month (pure speculation). however...
4.0.4 did just hit the repo, and it includes new broadcomm drivers (https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/android-building/YoBlTfntDvo). Im sure one or all of the custom rom devs will pick this up and create/update their rom...
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only google/samsung can compile radio/basebands... devs cannot update radio/basebands.
at most devs can just update their base to Android 4.0.4.
if anything, you'll have to wait for the official 4.0.4 OTA to come out for the GSM Galaxy Nexus.... download the OTA and snatch radio.img from the zip and fastboot flash it or create a flashable zip when OTA is posted.
drivers are here: http://code.google.com/android/nexus/drivers.html#maguro
edit: 4.0.4 rollout is ongoing now.
I remember something about clearing the cache for the downloads app, don't quote me on that.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
zephiK said:
only google/samsung can compile radio/basebands... devs cannot update radio/basebands.
at most devs can just update their base to Android 4.0.4.
if anything, you'll have to wait for the official 4.0.4 OTA to come out for the GSM Galaxy Nexus.... download the OTA and snatch radio.img from the zip and fastboot flash it or create a flashable zip when OTA is posted.
drivers are here: http://code.google.com/android/nexus/drivers.html#maguro
edit: 4.0.4 rollout is ongoing now.
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Not TRUE.
Via Twitter from @JBQ:
@XxSmokeeyxX toro source files and proprietary binaries are out (but untested). mysid factory images will follow the OTA (still untested).
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The radio images/blobs are being released, they will be untested however.
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Not TRUE.
Via Twitter from @JBQ:
The radio images/blobs are being released, they will be untested however.
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People cannot compile their own radio/basebands. I have been using a Android device since its first phone, G1. I have YET to see anyone compile their own radios, these are closed source.
What JBQ was talking about was NOT radio source.
Toro source/files and propetary files = LTE Galaxy Nexus.
mysid factory images = google stock images (RADIOS will also be in this file... but not the source, only the fastboot flash file)
Ross Lagana @XxSmokeeyxX · Open
@jbqueru when/what can we expect for toro 4.0.4? Are we getting source or just an OTA?
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@XxSmokeeyxX toro source files and proprietary binaries are out (but untested). mysid factory images will follow the OTA (still untested).
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You didn't even state ANYTHING about radio source. Radio source is NEVER NEVER NEVER provided by Google or any manufacturers, always closed source. You were only asking for the Verizon Galaxy Nexus LTE "source" as in drivers. Which is already provided on the Galaxy Nexus (and other devices).
To the OP, yes a new radio will be provided. Someone will create a flashable zip. Alternatively, you can snatch the radio.img from the 4.0.4 zip as soon as it becomes available.
zephiK said:
People cannot compile their own radio/basebands. I have been using a Android device since its first phone, G1. I have YET to see anyone compile their own radios, these are closed source.
What JBQ was talking about was NOT radio source.
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You're not going to be able to "compile" them, but they will be downloadable from the code.google site.
and I never said anything about compiling new radios.
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You're not going to be able to "compile" them, but they will be downloadable from the code.google site.
and I never said anything about compiling new radios.
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You quoted me and said not true then talked about binaries,
only google/samsung can compile radio/basebands... devs cannot update radio/basebands.
at most devs can just update their base to Android 4.0.4.
if anything, you'll have to wait for the official 4.0.4 OTA to come out for the GSM Galaxy Nexus.... download the OTA and snatch radio.img from the zip and fastboot flash it or create a flashable zip when OTA is posted.
drivers are here: http://code.google.com/android/nexus...rs.html#maguro
edit: 4.0.4 rollout is ongoing now.
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Radio standalones are never downloadable from code.google. They come packaged in the factory images. But at that point, if you just want the radio. You might as well wait for a flashable zip to appear on the dev forums or just the radio IMG itself.
You came in this thread talking about "toro" when no one even mentioned toro (Galaxy Nexus LTE) in this thread. It was strictly about radio/basebands and 4.0.4 just came out. OP may have LTE or GSM, who knows. He never specified. But everybody else in the thread assumed GSM as the GSM OTA just rolled out.
zephiK said:
You quoted me and said not true then talked about binaries,
Radio standalones are never downloadable from code.google. They come packaged in the factory images. But at that point, if you just want the radio. You might as well wait for a flashable zip to appear on the dev forums or just the radio IMG itself.
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Right, that's exactly why you can DOWNLOAD THE GSM RADIOS RIGHT NOW FOR 4.04 ON THAT SITE YOU JUST POSTED. You sir, are a complete moron. I was referring to the fact that you don't have to pull the radios out of the OTA, which is unnecessary when Google is posting them up.
HERE
Radios
Yeah.. anyone who's honest with themselves and actually know about phone quality and radio signal would know that samsung makes the worst internal radios from all carriers i believe after testing. I tell verizon folsk about this signal strength and they say *o did you try to get a different phone*? well yeah but that's not the issue.. IT'S THE PHONE BUILD.. the radio isn't strong.. now unless they come out with a new baseband radio for verizon LTE that blows me away, I'll take it back and apologize for embarrassing myself but how is it that the thunderbolt and Rezound (both HTC) can hold a 4g signal in weak coverage areas and the galaxy nexus can hardly get 3g....
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Yeah.. anyone who's honest with themselves and actually know about phone quality and radio signal would know that samsung makes the worst internal radios from all carriers i believe after testing. I tell verizon folsk about this signal strength and they say *o did you try to get a different phone*? well yeah but that's not the issue.. IT'S THE PHONE BUILD.. the radio isn't strong.. now unless they come out with a new baseband radio for verizon LTE that blows me away, I'll take it back and apologize for embarrassing myself but how is it that the thunderbolt and Rezound (both HTC) can hold a 4g signal in weak coverage areas and the galaxy nexus can hardly get 3g....
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I honestly think its the physical placement of the radios in the Galaxy Nexus.
stepinmyworld said:
Yeah.. anyone who's honest with themselves and actually know about phone quality and radio signal would know that samsung makes the worst internal radios from all carriers i believe after testing. I tell verizon folsk about this signal strength and they say *o did you try to get a different phone*? well yeah but that's not the issue.. IT'S THE PHONE BUILD.. the radio isn't strong.. now unless they come out with a new baseband radio for verizon LTE that blows me away, I'll take it back and apologize for embarrassing myself but how is it that the thunderbolt and Rezound (both HTC) can hold a 4g signal in weak coverage areas and the galaxy nexus can hardly get 3g....
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Can't be worse than LG, c'mon.
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Right, that's exactly why you can DOWNLOAD THE GSM RADIOS RIGHT NOW FOR 4.04 ON THAT SITE YOU JUST POSTED. You sir, are a complete moron. I was referring to the fact that you don't have to pull the radios out of the OTA, which is unnecessary when Google is posting them up.
HERE
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That's the RIL driver package. The Radio Interface Layer is what sits between the Android Telephony subsystem and the actual baseband firmware. It is not a radio firmware. At all. They REALLY have to be pulled from the OTA. Check your facts before insulting other people.
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That's the RIL driver package. The Radio Interface Layer is what sits between the Android Telephony subsystem and the actual baseband firmware. It is not a radio firmware. At all. They REALLY have to be pulled from the OTA. Check your facts before insulting other people.
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What G0belet said, this is what I've been trying to say the whole time. If you downloaded the file it is a .sh file. Not a .img file that is flashed via fastboot in the bootloader.
So yes the OP will wait until the OTA for 4.0.4 (or factory images for mysid) is actually released so people then can post the fastboot image for the radio and then make it into a flashable zip.
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What G0belet said, this is what I've been trying to say the whole time. If you downloaded the file it is a .sh file. Not a .img file that is flashed via fastboot in the bootloader.
So yes the OP will wait until the OTA for 4.0.4 (or factory images for mysid) is actually released so people then can post the fastboot image for the radio and then make it into a flashable zip.
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Thank you for confirming! And if anybody actually took the time to get that .sh file, trim the script at the beginning of the file, rename to .tar.gz, and extract the data, they'd see that it's just libsec-ril.so and a couple of other files I forgot about that bore a variation of that filename.
Hey, So I was wondering which custom roms I should be able to try out now...I recently switched my Sprint GS3 to Pageplus..It's using Verizons network...Do I install Sprint Custom Roms for this phone or Verizon's version of custom roms for S3..Thanks in advance
aa1401 said:
Hey, So I was wondering which custom roms I should be able to try out now...I recently switched my Sprint GS3 to Pageplus..It's using Verizons network...Do I install Sprint Custom Roms for this phone or Verizon's version of custom roms for S3..Thanks in advance
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Good question, since it was originally Sprint I would say Sprint, but you'll need a Verizon prl for data to work... take that with a grain of salt though cuz I could be wrong
Just make a backup and try some roms, worse thing that will happen is a soft brick, then Odin to the rescue! Just don't flash an international version Rom, that will hard brick you...
After you find out, let us know so we can let the next person know also, thanks! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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After you find out, let us know so we can let the next person know also, thanks! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Thanks for the reply flash, I agree about not using international roms for these phones, although I haven't tried any, I was able to see through some digging around that they generally don't work out...I flashed Sprint's version rom along with a sprint-verizon hybrid prl which is looking good so far..txt, calling, data and mms all working
I installed the phantomblaze 2.1, 5176 prl and finally flashed the TPR-MB.zip to get rid of the OTA updates pop up..5176 prl gets rid of the constant roaming notifications, that's why I chose to flash that prl for anyone that comes in looking..did a lot of research and the forum was very helpful..If anyone finds themselves in a similar situation, feel free to msg and I can help u out through the process..I am still curious to whether verizon roms would work if anyone has any experience with that, please share..thanks
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My gf just got the s3 for sprint. I have verizon. but she had a iphone and got good signal but now shes on the s3 she gets no signal at work. i updated the pri and profile but nothing helps. anyone know what i can do? thanks!
The Signal is dependent on many variables. Switching Carriers would be one of the those. It may that her previous Carrier had better coverage there. If she is Rooted, you could try a different Firmware / modem combo. If she is not, then the only thing you can do is Update PRL /Profile as you stated you alraedy did.
A signal booster helps tremendously! I had great coverage with my previous carrier but when I switched to Sprint I wouldn't get hardly a single bar, if any, in my condo. I installed a booster at home and problem solved!
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The Signal is dependent on many variables. Switching Carriers would be one of the those. It may that her previous Carrier had better coverage there. If she is Rooted, you could try a different Firmware / modem combo. If she is not, then the only thing you can do is Update PRL /Profile as you stated you alraedy did.
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same carrier just differnt phone. what modem would you recommend?
Predator04 said:
same carrier just differnt phone. what modem would you recommend?
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It all depends on whether her device is Rooted or not ? If it is I would first check what the Baseband is currently. It will give an indication of what to do next. Also if her device is Rooted you may want to check out THIS thread.
prboy1969 said:
It all depends on whether her device is Rooted or not ? If it is I would first check what the Baseband is currently. It will give an indication of what to do next. Also if her device is Rooted you may want to check out THIS thread.
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its not rooted atm but will be when she lets me use it lol. thank you!
Your welcome. If it's not Rooted, and she will not let you yet. At least make sure it is on the latest OTA.
You may have 4g coming your way! My signal was completely abysmal. Now I have full 4g.
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I know this doesnt belong in this section but Im not allowed to post in the development section yet because Ive never posted before. Does anyone have any idea why I have no data on my sprint gs3 running the 6/16 nightly of
[ROM] [OFFICIAL] [NIGHTLIES] [d2spr] PAC-Man ****HELLO HALO***
nehi said:
I know this doesnt belong in this section but Im not allowed to post in the development section yet because Ive never posted before. Does anyone have any idea why I have no data on my sprint gs3 running the 6/16 nightly of
[ROM] [OFFICIAL] [NIGHTLIES] [d2spr] PAC-Man ****HELLO HALO***
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Make a Nand Backup. Flash a TW Rom. Turn on WiFi, and Update PRL / Profile. Check to see it worked. If that doesn't work. While still on a TW Rom go to the Dial Pad, and dial ##72786# .