Back Story:
I have a horrible sprint service at my home but great everywhere else in town. Since I switched to my SGSIII I have noticed that I am able to send MMS at my home. (something that has never worked before as I am always roaming in my house.) Since Sprint Connections Optimizer is designed to make your Sprint service better by simply using an available wireless hotspot, I have become addicted to it. That being said, I have been a huge CM Fan ever since my HTC Hero but would like to find a way to put on the Sprint Connections Optimizer on my girlfriends Evo as I want to move to CM10. So... Down to the actual question.
Question:
Is there a way to make a flashable Sprint Connections Optimizer zip? Or, and I know it is less likely, just backup the Sprint Connections Optimizer apk? And will either of these be universal or will you have to have a different zip/apk for each model of phone?
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Sounds like a silly request... but see if my train of thought makes any sense.
Background: I have an evo running on pageplus. I've followed the tut's, and had sporadic 1xRTT data working. I also tested running the phone using the verizon (pp) setup for mobile profiles, being simply one profile rather than the three required for it to connect to data.
What I've discovered (using the debug tool ##DEBUG#) is that using the three data profiles, the phone never authenticates for EVDO, and thus, stays at 1X, but the data does work. Using one profile, the phone does authenticate, but the connection never actually starts. I've read that it is because of the way the sprint provisioning works. Needless to say, at 1X battery life is horrendous.. as the phone is constantly trying to authenticate with EVDO cell bands. With EVDO and 1 profile, battery life is fantastic, but there's no data stream.
SO... I'm not sure if the final step of data startup (where the phone checks to see if it is using a sprint mobile data or verizon mobile data) is part of the ROM, or coded somehow into the radio firmware (or both).
I was thinking of trying to port a rom from, say, an incredible or Eris (any VZW phone).. to see if it'll actually start data with true 3G.
I figure XDA is the best place to ask.. these forums have been indispensable to me for all my phone nerding needs. =-)
Anyone have any thoughts on this?
Bueller.. anyone? anyone? Frye?
I'd really love to flash CM9 or an ICS ROM on my Page Plus carried Evo4G, I had it flashed on when I went through Sprint but, what precautions should Itake and is it even possible? Sorry for the bump, I searched and searched and couldn't find info about this since Feb so I'm finally asking
Is there any way to permanently disable 4G functionality, by removing a lib or apk or some other method?
I'm using an Epic on Boost so 4G isn't an option, but I have still noticed that occasionally my phone will switch to 4G. When that happens I lose data and none of my background syncing works...
EDIT: Probably should have mentioned, I'm running The People's ROM v2.2.1.
Not 100% sure about this so I would wait for someone more experienced to give you another answer. But if you want, make a backup of your rom now and then use titanium backup and uninstall every app with "wimax" in its name. I do believe all the wimax stuff is 4G related. I could be wrong tho.
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Did you disable the Sprint Optimizer? Settings> wireless and networks> mobile networks> automatic connections.
If that don't stop it remove easysmart.apk from system on phone.
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4G on Boost
mbellot said:
Is there any way to permanently disable 4G functionality, by removing a lib or apk or some other method?
I'm using an Epic on Boost so 4G isn't an option, but I have still noticed that occasionally my phone will switch to 4G. When that happens I lose data and none of my background syncing works...
EDIT: Probably should have mentioned, I'm running The People's ROM v2.2.1.
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No 4G on boost?! Is that because you're not using a dummy phone with a wimax radio? I thought as long as I take the ESN from a wimax enabled phone, I'll be able to use the wimax feature. Am I wrong about this? How did you get your phone Epic 4G onto the Boost Network, mbellot?
DroidJer said:
No 4G on boost?! Is that because you're not using a dummy phone with a wimax radio? I thought as long as I take the ESN from a wimax enabled phone, I'll be able to use the wimax feature. Am I wrong about this? How did you get your phone Epic 4G onto the Boost Network, mbellot?
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My (minimal) understanding on the subject is:
1. The donor would need to be a wiimax device
2. In addition to the ESN you would need to also "move" the donor's wiimax MAC address on your Epic since that is what gets "activated" for 4G service.
I have seen topics on #2 floating around, some even on using an alternate wiimax service (FreedomPop, etc) by using the MAC address from a device on that service since they all technically go through Clear towers.
I've never felt the need to pursue wiimax, I'm on WiFi 90% of the time and the rest of the time I've learned to live with 3G.
To your last question (how I got the Epic on Boost), there is a very long thread in the development section here.
FWIW - I solved my problem by moving from TPR to CM11, WiiMax is disabled in the kernel so I don't have to worry about it ever turning on.
Back Story:
I have a horrible sprint service at my home but great everywhere else in town. Since I switched to my SGSIII I have noticed that I am able to send MMS at my home. (something that has never worked before as I am always roaming in my house.) Since Sprint Connections Optimizer is designed to make your Sprint service better by simply using an available wireless hotspot, I have become addicted to it. That being said, I have been a huge CM Fan ever since my HTC Hero but would like to find a way to keep the Sprint Connections Optimizer if I do, and I'm sure I will, move to CM10. I would also like to keep this on my girlfriends older HTC Evo 4g, but will be posting a link for that in the appropriate place. So... Down to the actual question.
Question:
Is there a way to make a flashable Sprint Connections Optimizer zip? Or, and I know it is less likely, just backup the Sprint Connections Optimizer apk?
Any reason you wouldn't just leave Wifi on all the time? Since apparently all you need is you phone to connect to a known hotspot at your house, it will do that without the connection optimizer if you leave Wifi on.
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Restola said:
Any reason you wouldn't just leave Wifi on all the time? Since apparently all you need is you phone to connect to a known hotspot at your house, it will do that without the connection optimizer if you leave Wifi on.
Sent from my GS3
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Really? I flashed CM10 and installed handcent and it would not send mms messages. Also, even with the hotspot on, my girlfriends Evo with CM7 will still not send mms at my house. I was told by a sprint rep that the Connection Optimizer was allowing my to send mms over wifi but without this I would not be able to do so. This could have to do with CM10s problems with mms and HTC has known issues with mms on sprint as when I had my Evo, I had to disconnect form wifi before it would even send. They fixed this with the first major update but I remember this pretty vividly.
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Really? I flashed CM10 and installed handcent and it would not send mms messages. Also, even with the hotspot on, my girlfriends Evo with CM7 will still not send mms at my house. I was told by a sprint rep that the Connection Optimizer was allowing my to send mms over wifi but without this I would not be able to do so. This could have to do with CM10s problems with mms and HTC has known issues with mms on sprint as when I had my Evo, I had to disconnect form wifi before it would even send. They fixed this with the first major update but I remember this pretty vividly.
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Try it with another app like gosms. I know some other users that were having issues with handcent.
Sent from my Sprint S3...RIP OG Epic 4G
philipt99 said:
Back Story:
I have a horrible sprint service at my home but great everywhere else in town. Since I switched to my SGSIII I have noticed that I am able to send MMS at my home. (something that has never worked before as I am always roaming in my house.) Since Sprint Connections Optimizer is designed to make your Sprint service better by simply using an available wireless hotspot, I have become addicted to it. That being said, I have been a huge CM Fan ever since my HTC Hero but would like to find a way to keep the Sprint Connections Optimizer if I do, and I'm sure I will, move to CM10. I would also like to keep this on my girlfriends older HTC Evo 4g, but will be posting a link for that in the appropriate place. So... Down to the actual question.
Question:
Is there a way to make a flashable Sprint Connections Optimizer zip? Or, and I know it is less likely, just backup the Sprint Connections Optimizer apk?
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Search for auto Wi-Fi toggle plus in the market.
Set it up
It works wonders for Wi-Fi battery and usage when set right.
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I just upgraded from the Evo 4g (good bye old friend) to the Galaxy S3. I've already noticed significant decreases in coverage which I understand is to be expected until all towers have been upgraded appropriately. The main problem I've been noticing is that when I go into roaming (which is covered on my plan) I lose voice. If I'm on the phone it disconnects me and if I try to make a call I get a "busy tone" or an automated message about making a collect call. I assume that's because I'm not provision properly to make calls on networks other than Sprint? Every time I call technical support, they think a simple reprogram will fix it, but it hasn't yet. Does anyone have experience with this, so that when I call them I can "suggest" what they may need to do in order to fix it?
Tell them that the reprogram didn't work
Also mention calling them a few times
There is also the can u talk to a superior/supervisor card (usable multiple times per call) and then there is the I'm returninf this phone and leaving Sprint last resort bluff card
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gtuansdiamm said:
Tell them that the reprogram didn't work
Also mention calling them a few times
There is also the can u talk to a superior/supervisor card (usable multiple times per call) and then there is the I'm returninf this phone and leaving Sprint last resort bluff card
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I literally tried all those options. Spoke with a supervisor and he still sounded like he had no clue. They said I will need to take my phone in to a tech to check it out. I doubt it's the phone though. It happens when I go into roaming, so it sounds to me like there's something wrong with the way they set up my s3. The nearest tech is 30+ min away and I'd love to avoid making that trip.
As of now, I am still getting the roaming message. It says "If you'd like to make a collect call press 1...." Has anyone ever gotten this message while roaming?
I have gotten this message when I dial out using various PRL's. Try updating your PRL. Maybe there are no roaming agreements in your area? Check your settings?
Neva Eva Forget 1984 said:
I have gotten this message when I dial out using various PRL's. Try updating your PRL. Maybe there are no roaming agreements in your area? Check your settings?
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I've never had this problem on the Evo 4g. Would it have something to do with the fact that the GS3 doesn't search for the same towers as the Evo 4g and other older smartphones? I'm currently on 25010. How can I check if there are no roaming agreements in my area and wouldn't those have affected my Evo as well?
ctasich said:
I just upgraded from the Evo 4g (good bye old friend) to the Galaxy S3. I've already noticed significant decreases in coverage which I understand is to be expected until all towers have been upgraded appropriately. The main problem I've been noticing is that when I go into roaming (which is covered on my plan) I lose voice. If I'm on the phone it disconnects me and if I try to make a call I get a "busy tone" or an automated message about making a collect call. I assume that's because I'm not provision properly to make calls on networks other than Sprint? Every time I call technical support, they think a simple reprogram will fix it, but it hasn't yet. Does anyone have experience with this, so that when I call them I can "suggest" what they may need to do in order to fix it?
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Check Settings/More settings/Roaming/Roaming settings and Roaming guard. Sometimes those items come misconfigured.
nabbed said:
Check Settings/More settings/Roaming/Roaming settings and Roaming guard. Sometimes those items come misconfigured.
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I am on CM 10.1 Nightlies right now. Although, I've had the problem on stock as well. I've looked for comparable settings in CM, but don't see anything about Roaming Guard. Do I need to revert back to stock to ensure these are configured properly? Last I checked...everything had a check mark next to it. What does roaming guard do exactly anyway? Just prevent me from roaming?
ctasich said:
I am on CM 10.1 Nightlies right now. Although, I've had the problem on stock as well. I've looked for comparable settings in CM, but don't see anything about Roaming Guard. Do I need to revert back to stock to ensure these are configured properly? Last I checked...everything had a check mark next to it. What does roaming guard do exactly anyway? Just prevent me from roaming?
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Try this if you like:
1) Nand backup,
2) Flash tw rom,
3) Settings/System update/Update profile,
4) Settings/System update/Update PRL,
5) Go to Settings/More settings/Roaming,
6) Set Roaming network to Auto,
7)Set Roaming settings to roam on domestic voice and data (on),
8) Set Roaming guard to off for domestic voice and data.
Now go to a place where you don't have any Sprint signal but think that there should be a roaming network signal.
If roaming doesn't work, it's likely that something is wrong with provisioning.
If it does, then restore nand backup and try in CM10.
And I don't really know what Roaming guard does, but I think it asks you for a confirmation before switching to a roaming network.
Reverted to stock and flipped off the roaming guard. Then restored my cm 10.1. I can finally make calls while roaming! Thanks for your help.
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Where can I find the sprint connections optimizer (com.birdstep.android.cm)? Actually, I'd rather switch between 3g and 4g without the optimizer if at all possible.Thanks
cdgaine said:
Where can I find the sprint connections optimizer (com.birdstep.android.cm)? Actually, I'd rather switch between 3g and 4g without the optimizer if at all possible.Thanks
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It would seem noone got back to you. I just did a wipe of all my bloatware & decided to keep this one but here's a backup of it on Android 4.1.2 Sprint / Kyocera torque. https://www.dropbox.com/s/iljlhujwe3tg180/Sprint%20Connections%20Optimizer_1.4.686_com.birdstep.android.cm_14686.apk?dl=0
He asked 3 years ago lol