So i finally got my Htc Evo flashed to metro but as many of the outdated forums say use a custom rom for MMS and data problems... NO PROBLEM, my only problem is which is the best for Hotspot to work, text and internet? any other new feature updates for service to work?
In case future problems i have yet to get the correct drivers for the windows 7 x64bit to read the phone connectivity!! WHERE are the PROS?
To help others that see my post I will say to you unless you are computer savvy dont try flashing your esn yourself to services METRO CHARGES 20$ its faster and safer to start from... I personally used CDMA WS was a headache but learning experience well accomplished!!
I had posted this in someones thread just thought I would rephrase the topic. Just got of the phone with sprint after 2 hours of troubleshooting. They made be restart my phone a million times didn't work, they made me reactivate the phone didn't work, and finally got transfered to someone with a bit of knowledge and its been working so far.
what they did with me on the was:
1. go to settings
2. system updates
3. update profile
4. restart
It hasn't gone to **** yet hope this works for the long run not for now.
Once again this is temporary fix until they figure out whats going on with the phones.
Its a samsung phone, for some reason they have some of the weakest gps signal I've dealt with...
it's because it's a cdma samsung phone. every single cdma samsung phone i've ever used or owned has had absolute terrible gps signal and support. granted, this phone has the best gps signal of any cdma samsung phone i've used yet, it's still ****ty in comparison with HTC.
gsm samsung phone dont seem to be plagued with terrible gps support.
I agree, I just switched from a HTC EVO 3D and never had any problems. That sucks because it's a great phone.
HTC EVO and evo3d, moto photon never had GPS problems, my samsung moment and ET4g always have, cdma has nothing to do with it.
I think one of the biggest things Samsung really needs to improve upon is software development and programming. Compared to other smartphone manufacturers, they suck at it.
Thats amazin...Ive never had a problem with GPS thru Sprint on all my EVO phones and now the Galaxy...Ive had many a custom Roms on here and still never a problem...Locks in Seconds...Only problem was with the ICS builds ...but there was a fix for that ...So now still on a ICS build fb21...Locks in seconds...
evo 3d no problems at all. the moment i switched to e4gt i started have problems with it locking on with stock brand new phone. have a new one now and it started doing the same crap again i'm using the fb21 before the fb17/15 and the same thing. i have learn to just do the quck fix and live with it until theres a permanent fix for this problem.
I have my E4GT flashed onto Boost mobile. The GPS has NEVER worked. When I try to update my profiles, I get an Error saying "Error: Client Authentication Error"
So, I assume it's because I'm on Boost.
Anyone know of a way to update my stuff? Maybe get this GPS working?
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I had posted this in someones thread just thought I would rephrase the topic. Just got of the phone with sprint after 2 hours of troubleshooting. They made be restart my phone a million times didn't work, they made me reactivate the phone didn't work, and finally got transfered to someone with a bit of knowledge and its been working so far.
what they did with me on the was:
1. go to settings
2. system updates
3. update profile
4. restart
It hasn't gone to **** yet hope this works for the long run not for now.
Once again this is temporary fix until they figure out whats going on with the phones.
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Not to burst your bubble, but people that have GPS issues almost always try to update their profile and or restart the phone. That's kinda basic I would think. Typically the issues are with the radio like people pointed or the drivers if flashing different ROMs. THis used to be a huge issue on CM7 back on EVO I remember.
Leejin said:
I have my E4GT flashed onto Boost mobile. The GPS has NEVER worked. When I try to update my profiles, I get an Error saying "Error: Client Authentication Error"
So, I assume it's because I'm on Boost.
Anyone know of a way to update my stuff? Maybe get this GPS working?
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Even though you are on Boost, the software and qpst for the E4GT is still set for Sprint. You have only manually changed the important parts to connect to the network.
You cannot update Sprint profile and PRL through the phone for boost. The way to "update your profile" would be to reset the APN settings and re-provision the device.
Running fb21 with little issue with GPS, no stupid fixes, it just worked. Un like other updates....just saying.
-jr
wow back to the same crap again with the new e4gt this is frustrating i thought a new phone later it will work but still the same crap. does anyone know pf a better fix than this before i go hostile on sprint. they still try to tell me its the area i live in. i just lost my evo 3d thats why i got this phone and never had one problem at all.
Hi guys,
I do not know what the versions are and their compatibility issues are or pre-requisite issues.
To be frank enough, all I wanted was everything working on my phone.
1. Calling. - Made a call t overify
2. SMS - workingas well
3. MMS - took a picture of mine as per the suggestion of klown80 and sent it to my own phone number. voila It came. MMS also working
4. 3G - I see the 3G button on the top of the screen constantly.
I checked speedtest.net and I'm getting around 1.4 mbps on an average which is ok.
5. Guess what - WiFi Tether - This is also working. It is only 1.5 mbps speed when I connect to my phone's internet. But that is ok when You do not have any internet and You have this wifi tether and You are able to connect to internet at 1.5 MBps it is OK for me.
But I have a few questions here.
1. I'm unable to call 611 from my HTC EVO 4G. Is there anything that I need to know/do on my HTC EVO 4G to get my 611 working after the flashing thing is done?
2. How to do USB Tethering ( Although not compulsory since I have wifi tether already working on my HTC EVO 4G )
3. What is the Limit of Data at 3G speed by Boost. Even though they say unlimited, it kind of sucks after 1 or 2 or something GB. What is it ?
4. Guys, I need Chrome Browser and I cannot do it in my 2.2 or 2.3 Android. So I need 4.0+ Android. So can You please guide me where or how I can download/get/install/boot from a zip the 4.0 Android so that I can download Chrome browser.
5. Guys anyone of You have seen the speed of Sprint's WiMAX. As per my reasearch goes
HSPA+ ( GSM - AT&T , T-Mobile - of Course T-Mobile's 4G means HSPA+ but not LTE and thats why they do not advertise LTE anywhere only 4G ) ----------- which is also called as 3.5 G in terms of speed comparison between 3G and LTE( if You consider LTE as true 4G speeds
WiMAX ( CDMA - Sprint, Verizon - Although Verizn has more LTE Coverage than all the other carriers combined and the fact that LTE is really faster, do any of You guys have any idea about the Sprint WiMAX Speed, Coverage?
If anyone was able to try the 4G/WiMAX of Sprint, what is the speed that You are getting?
6. Because Boost also entered the so called 4G Race, and Boost bringing all of the Nextel Towers down in another 3-4 months( I was using iDEN Phone earlier ). its time to see how good the Boost/Sprint 4G/WiMAX coverage is and if You are in the coverage area how much speed are You getting?
7. As per my research goes on, for getting a 4G/WiMAX speed, I need to get a 4G capable phone as my donor, so that I can use that phone as my Donor Phone for my Samsung Galaxy SIII. So I want to know what is the speed of 4G/WiMAX?
7. Last but not the least, Is there any way that any one can look at my phone's details below and let me know, how to get the latest, baseband, radio, something, something blah blah, . But ultimately, I get everything working just like I have now on my phone and also I should be able to download Chrome Browser.
But my BootLoader ( klown80 ) screen says :
Revolutionary ( in pink background )
SUPERSONIC EVT2-3 SHIP S-OFF
HBOOT-6.16.1002
MICROP-041f
TOUCH PANEL-AMTELC03_16ac
RADIO-2.15.00.05.02
Mar 8 2011,17:02:15
So what is that I migh have a problem with, or what is that I should do to download Chrome on my HTC EVO 4G.
Thanks a lot guys for all the help and You have a great day ahead.
Thanks,
A J.
Here's a link to the most current radios:
http://themikmik.com/showthread.php?8477-Radio-Update-1-21-2012-2-15-00-12-19
Hopefully I was able to answer some of your questions in the PM. I'm sure others will chime in, as well.
Sent using my EVO 4G and a magic wand
Holy Text Walls batman!...well i'll answer what I can, using the same numbering you used:
1. the 611 thing may be related to the sprint network; never used them before. Much like aosp roms, though ## features only work on sprint roms
2. usb tethering....download an app from the market, or use the native setting if your rom comes with one, then simply plug into the pc.
3. idk...but if you're getting 1.5-2mb on 3G, don't be looking to get any better, best you can get there.
4. you're gona need ics 4.x+ to get chrome browser. you'll have to flash an ics rom, or use firefox mobile; a good alternative.
5. on sprint's lte, i've seen around 25mb from my friends in lte areas.
6. idk...and idk if you will get 4G on boosts network; i don't think so, but i could....marginally, be wrong.
7. 4g vs lte speeds...completely different...you may get 15mb down on 4g vs 26mb on lte.
7. nothing really to do, besides radio. In a previous pm i sent you instructions on how to do with, with the thread,
HTC EVO 4G to Boost Mobile
Thanks guys,
1. I'm now in a confusion. Sometimes I'm connecting to 611. Sometimes I'm unable to connect to 611 and it throws me some error code at the end before the call getting disconnected.
Will try to update about this problem, after trying at different times and different occasions.
I'm also trying to get some more information on how to update my baseband and radio and mainly Android OS.
Is there any thread which any one could point me to so that I can update my Android OS and download chrome.
Thanks a lot for the support guys.
There isn't any one particular thread I can think of as far as updating your OS. Really, you can go to the Development section and look at some of the stickies for info. You can also read through the different ROM threads and see which one suits you best. Biggest thing to keep in mind is that Gingerbread ROM's tend to be the most fully-functional, whereas ICS or JB ROM's don't have working 4G, FFC (Front-Facing Camera) and other issues. As far as Chrome goes, I've never used it on my phone so I can't help you there.
Edit: Here's a link to help you. Also, check the other link I posted above as far as updating your radio. Be careful flashing the radio, as it can be a sure-fire way to brick your device if you screw something up. Just make sure you have a good charge on your battery and be patient. Some people say the radio update can take a few minutes-mine didn't take long, but it can. Don't pull the battery in the middle of the update thinking something has gone wrong.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=701245
Sent using my EVO 4G and a magic wand
FinZ28 said:
There isn't any one particular thread I can think of as far as updating your OS. Really, you can go to the Development section and look at some of the stickies for info. You can also read through the different ROM threads and see which one suits you best. Biggest thing to keep in mind is that Gingerbread ROM's tend to be the most fully-functional, whereas ICS or JB ROM's don't have working 4G, FFC (Front-Facing Camera) and other issues. As far as Chrome goes, I've never used it on my phone so I can't help you there.
Edit: Here's a link to help you. Also, check the other link I posted above as far as updating your radio. Be careful flashing the radio, as it can be a sure-fire way to brick your device if you screw something up. Just make sure you have a good charge on your battery and be patient. Some people say the radio update can take a few minutes-mine didn't take long, but it can. Don't pull the battery in the middle of the update thinking something has gone wrong.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=701245
Sent using my EVO 4G and a magic wand
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Well I'm not gone re-invent the wheel, though a good portion of what he said here is true; especially on the radio. When it updates, generally takes 30s...but if it dies or you do a battery pull, 90% chance of bricking.
And as far as flashing a rom, all the threads tell you, 'how to install my rom.'
Generally: backup previous rom in recovery > do a full wipe > flash rom > flash gapps [if its an aosp rom] > reboot.
The only thing you need to look for is if the rom has a2sd built in [will say in the OP], and if it does, you will need to partition your sd card, otherwise the rom won't boot up.
teh roxxorz said:
4. you're gona need ics 4.x+ to get chrome browser. you'll have to flash an ics rom, or use firefox mobile; a good alternative.
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+1 on Firefox. It is getting sooooooo much better with every release! I remember when it was a joke. Not any more. I've been a faithful Opera user 'till now (and I'm not yet 100% ready to switch) but Firefox has grown by leaps and bounds. I think I can state without reservation that it is a fantastic option for Android users now.
Long shot but i'm looking someone with a VM E4GT to help comparing (please know how to use QPST to check for the configurations) with my sprint converted to VM E4GT.
my story:
Everything works if using CM7/9/10.1 ROMs, however I can't get MMS to work with any of VM stock roms (which i thought would've an easier way). I'm thinking that the Virgin Mobile stock roms read some part of the E4Gt that I didn't get it set correctly.
Hopefully we can document everything here for others who may have interested in doing the same.
i recently my second S3 that i had flashed to page plus. i was told everything would work just as it did when it was stock with sprint. when i got it i noticed that i could receive MMS but not send them .It just says sending continuously until you get fed up enough to delete the message knowing its not actually going through. The next day I took the phone back to the dealer that i had flash it thinking they would know exactly how to fix it. its been a week now and the closest thing they could do was put an app called HOUDINI on it that allows me to send and receive MMS( im guessing through different APN settings?)although the app itself is laggy and horrible and i want to get rid of it as soon as humanly possible. they told me that had flashed the sprint S3 a couple times that week to page plus for other people and everything worked as it should but couldn't figure out what was going on with mine. another thing ive noticed is that it says i am receiving 3G data, but when compared to my friends phone on Verizon using 3G im not getting near the speeds he is.
im hoping to root my phone this week so i can get rid of that annoying camera shutter sound which sprint was nice enough to lock, and update to the latest version of android.
I have utilized the search button and haven't come across this particular problem or question
my questions...
1. has anyone had their L710 flashed to pageplus and experienced similar problems with data or MMS? or possibly heard of it and know a fix i am unable to find?
2. will rooting and/or updating android mess up my carrier flash and cause me to need another flash? from my research ive found that rooting should have NO effect on the flash, but updating might cause me to need to re-flash for the carrier.