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[Q] HTC Evo 4G on Page Plus Cellular

I've been using my rooted HTC Evo 4G on Page Plus Cellular (MVNO using the Verizon Wireless network) on their $29.95 per month Talk n Text 1200 plan (1200 minutes, 3000 SMS/MMS, and 100MB of data transfer) successfully for a couple of months now, and I have run into only two significant issues that maybe someone else has been able to solve or work around.
Although SMS works just fine, MMS does not. I've tried using the stock app, the GO SMS Pro app and Handsent SMS app without success. I've tried an ESN reset with Page Plus which didn't appear to help either.
I am also not getting 3G, just 1X. This one is not quite as important to me as the SMS issue is, since there is only 100MB of data available on the $29.95 plan.
I'm wondering if anyone else who is using an EVO 4G on Page Plus Cellular has found a workaround for the MMS and/or 3G issues? If so, could you reply with the fix, as well as the ROM you have flashed on your phone?
Thanks!

Maybe you could take a look at the different tutorials that have been made for Boost to get 3g and mms working.

Page Plus Cellular??
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zoofer said:
Although SMS works just fine, MMS does not. I've tried using the stock app, the GO SMS Pro app and Handsent SMS app without success. I've tried an ESN reset with Page Plus which didn't appear to help either.
I am also not getting 3G, just 1X. This one is not quite as important to me as the SMS issue is, since there is only 100MB of data available on the $29.95 plan.
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OK, after flashing a couple of new roms, it appears my issues are either rom or kernel related.
Under MikG v3.0 Re-Engineered GB Sense 2.1 + 3.0 both 3G and MMS were non-functional.
After downgrading to a non-Gingerbread rom, Myn's WarmTwoPointTwo, 3G worked but I still couldn't get MMS operational.
Next, I tried Myn's newest rom Warm TwoPointThree - Release One. MMS appears to work on this one with Go SMS Pro, but I'm back to 1X data Plus the rom itself is still pretty buggy, although I'm sure the design team will work the issues out eventually.
I'm happy with functional MMS (with 1X data) for the moment, but it would be ideal to have both. I suppose it's just a matter of trying different roms until I find one that works 100%. I haven't yet tried flashing a different kernel to see what effect that would have on 3G or MMS, but that would be my next project.

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Sure. Page Plus Cellular is a vendor of pre-paid cellular services that uses Verizon's wireless network. It is similar to Virgin Mobile, TRACfone, Net10, Boost Mobile, Straight Talk and MetroPCS.
Page Plus is notable for having an unofficial open device policy. Most Verizon postpaid phones and Alltel phones can be activated (with limitations). Other CDMA phones can be flashed or reprogrammed to their network including devices from Sprint, US Cellular, etc. Page Plus does have some phones that are disallowed from being activated on their system including Blackberries, prepaid Verizon /Alltel phones and the new Verizon/CDMA iPhone.
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No 3-way on Pageplus
i'M USING AN evo 4G on PagePlus also.
Have the Pic text working (You cannot use WIFI for Pic Text)
and am getting 3G.
The only thing I am unable to get working is 3-way call.
If your 3way works on PagePlus, what did you do to make it work?
thank you

EVO
Hi,
I now have EVO 3D with Pageplus 3G data working LOCKED. Figured it out.
Thanks!

my evo says 3G but i'm getting 1xRTT speeds... does anyone have a fix for this...

Some of the ROMs on the Evo 4g are locked at 3g. Just because you're getting the 3g icon doesn't mean you're actually getting 3g! Example? The stock ROM.
Getting 1xRTT seems to be the norm. 3g is attainable, some are saying but they want to charge me to do it! Good luck!
As for the MMS issue. You need the apn settings. Might need to use GO SMS or something. But it is definitely apn settings. Use apn backup/restore from the market and get someone who has an android on Pageplus to backup their settings and give it to you. You restore it to your phone. Or try the apn settings from a Verizon phone... maybe Pageplus and Verizon use the same apn settings.
Good luck.

actually check this thread out it worked for me!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1575749

Though I too couldn't get 3g working cause the internet is so slow... I wonder if they have a tutorial for getting the HA and AAA codes when cloning a phone our getting 3g to work correctly.
If there is one can someone post the link I have looked and no luck

Any advice on getting this phone to work with another Carrier under CDMA - With Data

I've got this phone and am trying to get it to work with U.S. Cellular. I've got voice and SMS working but no data. I've tried umteen thousand APN settings to no avail.
Is there more that needs to be done? Can it be done, is the data service even on the same Frequency.
Yes, I've updated the PRL. Yes, it's one that supports data.
Remember this is a CDMA carrier not GSM.

1X is better than nothing
I've managed to get the 1X running.
3G would be nice, but doing things that are not supported usually doesn't come with much help.

Gsm for states

Just curious if anyone still checks in on here, so I would like to hear from successful users who use this device on att. My brothers phone is crapping out on him and doesn't have the money to get a new device. I know my inc2 is unlocked bc I used it while I was in Qatar but don't remember what rom I was running to use Gsm. I would like to use an AOSP rom vs sense but I will use whatever works. I read that skyraider is a good one. Thanks for any info and possibly include the APN settings I would need for att. Thanks.
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xM Minton Mx said:
Just curious if anyone still checks in on here, so I would like to hear from successful users who use this device on att. My brothers phone is crapping out on him and doesn't have the money to get a new device. I know my inc2 is unlocked bc I used it while I was in Qatar but don't remember what rom I was running to use Gsm. I would like to use an AOSP rom vs sense but I will use whatever works. I read that skyraider is a good one. Thanks for any info and possibly include the APN settings I would need for att. Thanks.
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I still check in here once in a while & this is from personal experience - we have 2 unlocked DI2 and use the GSM bands at home for backup & abroad for travel. Flashed DW's device with Sky Raider since Dec. 2011 and has been using it continuously and the ROM is solid for both CDMA and GSM usage. I go back & forth between TSM Sense 5.x and SR, apps will update to the latest as released via the (Google) Store - and if you need more internal Apps storage space, move them to the mSD card or you will run out of memory space. I recommend using a 16MB mSD card (which came pre-installed with earliest DI2 in the box from VZW)
VZW's stock ROM (AndyBone's stock rom, deodexed - as I recall) will work just fine with its bloatware removed/frozen but TSM or SR are much more responsive & smooth, and seldom crash or lock up. All 3 variants can switch back & forth between CDMA and GSM as needed, depending on your brother's "home location" on where to use this phone.
WiFi is great on this phone - if you are using this on postpaid AT&T (or T-Mobile) - you will need to be on a (shared) data plan and firmware restrictions in the Rom will limit you to 2.5G or Edge speed, as 3G speed is not available The only time that you will get 3G speed in the U.S. is if you are using a "foreign" (prepaid) Sim and that it roam on AT&T and can access 3G bands on the device. Data speed on T-Mobile is slow depending on tower locations & band(s) used - your own results do & might varied.
The APN settings are the common, universal ones for all Windows/Android devices so it's fairly easy to setup - just google for it. There is a hidden menu to access to edit the MMS & browser settings on the device, and remember to save it before exiting.
If your brother is going to use it on AT&T, make sure he can try & test out the (standard-sized Sim) device before committing to a data plan and/or long term contract, unless he is going on a prepaid GSM plan (StraightTalk or Simpe Mobile, etc.) - also, I believe this phone can be used on PagePlus Cellular, a MNVO provider using VZW's CDMA network.
If you have difficulties downloading AB's stock or TSM rom, please send me a PM and I will give you a private link to download it. SR's rom should be readily available.
Good luck !

Letitride said:
I still check in here once in a while & this is from personal experience - we have 2 unlocked DI2 and use the GSM bands at home for backup & abroad for travel. Flashed DW's device with Sky Raider since Dec. 2011 and has been using it continuously and the ROM is solid for both CDMA and GSM usage. I go back & forth between TSM Sense 5.x and SR, apps will update to the latest as released via the (Google) Store - and if you need more internal Apps storage space, move them to the mSD card or you will run out of memory space. I recommend using a 16MB mSD card (which came pre-installed with earliest DI2 in the box from VZW)
VZW's stock ROM (AndyBone's stock rom, deodexed - as I recall) will work just fine with its bloatware removed/frozen but TSM or SR are much more responsive & smooth, and seldom crash or lock up. All 3 variants can switch back & forth between CDMA and GSM as needed, depending on your brother's "home location" on where to use this phone.
WiFi is great on this phone - if you are using this on postpaid AT&T (or T-Mobile) - you will need to be on a (shared) data plan and firmware restrictions in the Rom will limit you to 2.5G or Edge speed, as 3G speed is not available The only time that you will get 3G speed in the U.S. is if you are using a "foreign" (prepaid) Sim and that it roam on AT&T and can access 3G bands on the device. Data speed on T-Mobile is slow depending on tower locations & band(s) used - your own results do & might varied.
The APN settings are the common, universal ones for all Windows/Android devices so it's fairly easy to setup - just google for it. There is a hidden menu to access to edit the MMS & browser settings on the device, and remember to save it before exiting.
If your brother is going to use it on AT&T, make sure he can try & test out the (standard-sized Sim) device before committing to a data plan and/or long term contract, unless he is going on a prepaid GSM plan (StraightTalk or Simpe Mobile, etc.) - also, I believe this phone can be used on PagePlus Cellular, a MNVO provider using VZW's CDMA network.
If you have difficulties downloading AB's stock or TSM rom, please send me a PM and I will give you a private link to download it. SR's rom should be readily available.
Good luck !
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Awesome thank you. Not too worried about 3g, he will have wifi in the dorm and most of the campus I'm sure. He's currently on my aunt's plan so data and all that is already on it. So you recommend skyraider tho? Which do you prefer to be better responsive, sr or sense 5?
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Both wife n I using SR currently n most of the newest Android 4.x apps update installed easily on their own. It is more responsive and its easy switch back n forth in adverse conditions are what I depend the Rom for.
Do a full stock backup, full wipe n install SR to run it for real life use, make a full backup then full wipe, install TSM to run for comparison. Make. Backup then stick with 1 of 2 with the other as reserve. I think you will agree w SR as better choice but draw your own user conclusion.

FreedomPop on Sprint S3

Hey guys, so I'm looking into FreedomPop (http://www.freedompop.com/), which is a somewhat newer thing to my state. I set it up on his phone and not entirely sure about it. They give you 1gb of data, yet you have to download their messaging app. When you activate it activates your data, but calling and text cant be used besides through their app which uses data. Ie, your data is used for everything from what I can tell and cell signal is worthless.
The point of this is I'm wondering if it will work on the Sprint S3 SPH-L710 and if that is how freedompop is meant to work since I cannot find any info at all about it. Would prefer to use the stock messaging app but it just gives you a sprint text saying you cant text as if you're still on sprint and all the info in your phone says sprint, network says sprint, etc..

FreedomPop s3
I just in the last week got a s3 from FreedomPop it is running 4.4.2 and came with there dailer and messaging apps installed and the stock ones have been removed. as far as I can tell they are using sprint the phone even says sprint on the back. also when I set up my google voice number it asked me if I wanted to use that as the main number on the phone witch to my understanding is a sprint only thing? but I can confirm google voice connecting for texting and sipdroid will connect but because they removed the stock dialer I cant call out with sipdroid. I hope this helps you out. I am only just now trying to play with sipdroid so I might have more info later.

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I just in the last week got a s3 from FreedomPop it is running 4.4.2 and came with there dailer and messaging apps installed and the stock ones have been removed. as far as I can tell they are using sprint the phone even says sprint on the back. also when I set up my google voice number it asked me if I wanted to use that as the main number on the phone witch to my understanding is a sprint only thing? but I can confirm google voice connecting for texting and sipdroid will connect but because they removed the stock dialer I cant call out with sipdroid. I hope this helps you out. I am only just now trying to play with sipdroid so I might have more info later.
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Apparently the mobile phone part of them is in beta stages. But from what I've noticed, you don't actually have service. Only data service. Everything uses data. If you were to disable data, nothing would work. As far as I can see on the S2 because everything you do it recorded as data under settings. Like phone calls and texts. Where as a normal network it would be over the cell towers and not the data towers. I know they are the same thing but if you're in an area without data, but have signal still, you'd be screwed in that situation.

Straight Talk data issues with custom roms using 4g LTE Verizon sim

Greetings everyone!
Signed up so that I can hopefully help someone else in need with their LG G3 phone using the Straight Talk 4G LTE Verizon sim card.
After many hours of flashing roms and trying out various things, it turns out for some reason other variants of the stock roms like Bliss Pop, CoudyG3, and Skydragon will not work with the data. I can still use my phone and make calls and i can still get text messages and even pictures sent through text messages, but for the life of me data would NOT work.
The only rom that did work again was the Jasmine rom. To my understanding it works pretty close to the stock verizon rom that comes with the LG G3. After the flash, BOOM! Everything worked and data came back to life.
I noticed the APN settings is very very different but this rom wont let you go in it to see it's settings. Surely there is a way to import/export the APN data to push on over to another custom rom? Just weird that after putting this specific custom rom data happily worked again.
BTW, if anyone tries to activate a verizon lg g3 with straight talk, be careful. Though their stupid website said that the phone was already registered with another tracfone provider/service, I was still able to get the phone to work. If after entering your MEID/EMI or whatever the numbers are and the straight talk website spits it back out at you, CALL straight talk. I got screwed and used up the network access code which somehow got lost into oblivion, but turns out that they themselves can manually add the Verizion 4G LTE sim card with the network access code card. (I bought the 4g LTE sim card package from wal mart). As long as the phone is in good standing, it will work!
Thanks. Hope this helps someone else out trying to get it to work with straight talk. I will try and see if there is a way to export this APN setting. I was told by straight talk that you don't need an APN set, but i think they are lying.
Peace!

solved
Back again,
Happy to report im using skydragon Rom with straight talk. Turns out you do in fact need to set the apn in the settings. Just add this apn
acct.tf.gw6.vzwentp
This is the apn for the Verizon 4g lte sim card when you use it. I didn't have to reset the phone but now data works great.

Hey question. I have a Straight Talk S3 currently running CM 11 kitkat based rom and things work great but I found other roms I want to install one of them being a Pac-Man custom rom but I have no data. I have a Verizon CDMA 4G LTE sim coming in acouple days just need the apn settings. Could anyone help me out with this? Thanx in advance for any help.
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Surely it is the same APN setting as above. Try it out once you get your Sim card. Also, that S3 being a different phone may pick up on the access point names when you try another rom and set itself up, but if data is still not working, then try that APN I posted on the first post.
Also, be careful that you are actually connecting at LTE speeds as long as your area has it. Flashing to another rom I was only connecting at 3G. Turns out that once I tried another rom, you have to set the preferred network to LTE, then give the phone a reset. It took it a moment after reboot, but LTE finally showed up.
Depending on your phone, there are other settings to be set in it's hidden menu settings using the phones dialer. Just google around.
Hope this helps!