I was just looking at an unlocked TP2 on eBay and love the fact that it has the second CMOS camera. Sadly it is for ATT/TMobile and I dont want to jump ship from my Verizon and Sprint accounts. I know its a long shot but because both versions are world phones would it be possible to flash an ATT/TMobile or Rogers to Verizon or Sprint and it work?
The T-Mo TP2 is a GSM phone and won't work on Verizon or Sprint.
But the TP2 should be coming to Sprint and Verizon around the first week of September. Of course that means you'd have to reup your contract.
No, but the Verizon/Sprint/Telus models can work on ATT, Tmo, Rogers since they are cdma and gsm. Unfortunately that's not what you were looking for
YodaJM said:
The T-Mo TP2 is a GSM phone and won't work on Verizon or Sprint.
But the TP2 should be coming to Sprint and Verizon around the first week of September. Of course that means you'd have to reup your contract.
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The Verizon/Sprint version won't be comming with a second camera.
I know its "wishfull thinking" but.....I was hoping that all the band limitations were software based and all the hardware was inside. Possibly some way to hack it to use on any carrier. Like I said, wishful thinking.
Only the Europe models have the second camera. All the North American models only have the camera on the back.
And the Verizon/Sprint models won't work on AT&T/Tmo unless someone hacks the North American GSM lockout they claim is implemented.
So, now that Sprint has announced that it's bringing the galaxy to its network, would it be possible to buy a Verizon branded one now and once the sprint version is released, flash it to a sprint PRL and activate it on their network? Or is the hardware different?
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ShotSkydiver said:
So, now that Sprint has announced that it's bringing the galaxy to its network, would it be possible to buy a Verizon branded one now and once the sprint version is released, flash it to a sprint PRL and activate it on their network? Or is the hardware different?
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No.
Verizon LTE: 700mhz.
Sprint LTE: 1900mhz.
So... Both are carrier phones.
If you want freedom, don't buy a carrier-phone. You'd think that'd be obvious by now.
Please show us that option in the states unless we want to import.
No?
K.
Don't assume all users here are outside of the United States. It was a legit question.
I don't think sprint will activate non branded phones anymore.
Not to say its impossible, its not. It would work with 3g only though and the steps to get it on the network would likely be illegal (ESN cloning a current sprint device for starters) in addition to changing all of the APN settings etc.
Not going to happen, especially with sprint releasing the same device soonish, unless you do it yourself.
adrynalyne said:
Please show us that option in the states unless we want to import.
No?
K.
Don't assume all users here are outside of the United States. It was a legit question.
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Huh? he clearly wasn't assuming the OP was outside of the United States, considering he was responding to a question about VERIZON and SPRINT. Yes the only way to go "carrier-less" is an import. Everyone has the option to import and run in AT&T, T-Mo, Simple, or other GSM regionals if they want. The argument shouldn't be "carrier phone" vs. "not carrier phone", but rather CDMA vs GSM, considering most ppl on XDA, even if they buy a "carrier phone", wouldn't mind unlocking it and moving it around. That's possible on GSM, not so much on CDMA (except certain cases like Sprint MVNO's).
Anyway... OP this was discussed in a very (VERY) lengthly thread about a month ago when the Verizon GN came out. Short answer? No, it won't work.
adrynalyne said:
Please show us that option in the states unless we want to import.
No?
K.
Don't assume all users here are outside of the United States. It was a legit question.
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How is importing it any different then running to the store and picking one up? Same phone, same warranty, same price. Yeah if something happens I have to send it to Clove, Handtec, Negri back to the UK...big deal.
But he's obviously a Sprint customer, and wasn't interested in importing a GSM version anyway.
I was under the impression that most users here were from the USA, judging by the mass influx since Verizon release. GSM seems to be the minority.
What I said stands. Unless you want to import, you cannot have a carrier free device.
The person I responded to said get a carrier-free device. The poster was talking Verizon vs. Sprint, which means LTE.
Its not possible to do. That was my point all along.
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No.
Verizon LTE: 700mhz.
Sprint LTE: 1900mhz.
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We don't know what LTE band its radio chip supports (other than the Verizon band), yet. But don't buy a Verizon Nexus just hoping that you can use it on Sprint in the future. Sprint LTE network won't launch until later this year, and by then you will have many more choices of ICS phones, and/or the price of Nexus may have lowered considerably.
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How is importing it any different then running to the store and picking one up? Same phone, same warranty, same price. Yeah if something happens I have to send it to Clove, Handtec, Negri back to the UK...big deal.
But he's obviously a Sprint customer, and wasn't interested in importing a GSM version anyway.
I was under the impression that most users here were from the USA, judging by the mass influx since Verizon release. GSM seems to be the minority.
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GSM is the minority?
GSM DEV:
Threads: 80
Posts: 15,564
CDMA DEV:
Threads: 44
Posts: 7,734
Not surprising given the GSM version's international availability. Maybe the Verizon users are simply more vocal...All I meant was that in the couple weeks since the Verizon version dropped the general section in particular has exploded, where it was far more quiet before. GalNex is available around the world on many carriers, yet every other thread mentions CDMA/LTE (exclusive to Verizon). Very out of proportion. Just an observation.
Wait a minute, is the imported version capable of CDMA/LTE? Someone mentioned if you want a carrier free one then get an imported one. I was looking on eBay and in one I noticed it said it will work for AT&T/TMO 3/4G and LTE where available. I don't think this is the case but if it is someone fill me in.
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Wait a minute, is the imported version capable of CDMA/LTE? Someone mentioned if you want a carrier free one then get an imported one. I was looking on eBay and in one I noticed it said it will work for AT&T/TMO 3/4G and LTE where available. I don't think this is the case but if it is someone fill me in.
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LTE where available meaning in an LTE area they will sell you an LTE device. The UK version does NOT have LTE.
Also to the OP, no it won't work.
joshnichols189 said:
LTE where available meaning in an LTE area they will sell you an LTE device. The UK version does NOT have LTE.
Also to the OP, no it won't work.
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Thanks, I guess the eBay listing is miss leading then. I know if I bought it and found out later that wasn't the case I'd be returning it.
Hey, this is an old thread but I just found this through Googling.
http://phandroid.com/2011/12/20/sprint-galaxy-nexus-a-reality-device-given-the-green-light-for-activation-rumor/
Is this really possible?
I am looking to buy the international version and not the AT&T pretty much for the sole purpose of receiving timely updates which AT&T doesn't have a good record of. I do not care about not having LTE either.
This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
chrispyutec said:
I am looking to buy the international version and not the AT&T pretty much for the sole purpose of receiving timely updates which AT&T doesn't have a good record of. I do not care about not having LTE either.
This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
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I won't wait for updates automatically from any company.....just come to this forum for links to the newest, latest, and greatest updates...both stock and custom firmwares....
chrispyutec said:
I am looking to buy the international version and not the AT&T pretty much for the sole purpose of receiving timely updates which AT&T doesn't have a good record of. I do not care about not having LTE either.
This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
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Yes. You will get the update. It does not matter what sim you have in there. I had the original international Note and was using ATT sim. I did get the updates.
I am looking to buy the international version and not the AT&T pretty much for the sole purpose of receiving timely updates which AT&T doesn't have a good record of. I do not care about not having LTE either.
This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
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This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
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I doubt the SIM makes a difference, but remember you can always push the update yourself with Kies or Odin.
In your opinion and for update purpose which would you buy?
If your top priority is rapid official updates, the international version will almost certainly be better. AT&T is notorious for delaying official updates.
I bought the AT&T version because I'm more concerned with having LTE than I am with receiving official updates.
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I am looking to buy the international version and not the AT&T pretty much for the sole purpose of receiving timely updates which AT&T doesn't have a good record of. I do not care about not having LTE either.
This may be a stupid question, but does anyone know with certainty that the international will get the updates when having a AT&T sims installed?
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International version all the way! that's the route i took m8. LTE is just a battery drainer really, hspa+ here where i am i get 14mbps which to me is good enough even with tethering. unless your xfering from top sites using LTE and your data plan then go for lte lol:laugh:
Has the 4.4.3 been released for North East Tmo customers? I live in eastern PA and every time I check for the update. Nothing
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Has the 4.4.3 been released for North East Tmo customers? I live in eastern PA and every time I check for the update. Nothing
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I live in Ohio, and I just checked for an update, and there wasn't any so I am going to have to say no. Oh and yes I am on T-mobile
Thanks for the reply. I jumped over to the tmo htc one m8 forum where this is currently being discussed. I would suggest switching over to that forum if you already aren't.