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is EAP-SIM possible on Gnex ?

Hi,
my provider (free.fr) activated one very good feature on his internet boxes => wifi secure
this way, each mobile client who are at the same company could connect to freewifi network without needing to give a pin or a password...
So if i'm at a friends house, and have NO 3G signal, i simply start wifi and it connects to his internet box with a specific IP adress (so the ISP can know if it was the user or a mobile user who did something in case of abuse)
that's for the cool part, this all works with EAP-SIM (so the simcard does the authentification)
that's the cool part
the less cool part => this feature does not seams to be in the actual high end nexus ?!?
whereas ihpones, blackberry or some other android devices (galaxy S) does this...
there is an issue request here and some guy told that this is a RIL problem...
now question:
is this really a RIL problem ? or does a specific ROM have the EAP-SIP option in the 802.1x EAP security menu ?
it is really a shame that the galaxy nexus who is newer and better than the galaxy S, does not have that kind of feature....

I think what you are looking for was originally called UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) and now called GAN (Generic Access Network). It allows you to make and receive calls using your normal mobile number, but over Wifi. I have not looked for any phone or apps that support the technology, but I think that is what you want to look for.

clobber said:
I think what you are looking for was originally called UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) and now called GAN (Generic Access Network). It allows you to make and receive calls using your normal mobile number, but over Wifi. I have not looked for any phone or apps that support the technology, but I think that is what you want to look for.
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Nope, he's actually talking about EAP-SIM, which is an oft-requested feature on the Android Issue Tracker. Some phones implement it (the GSII does), and it's unclear to me what's needed from the RIL/baseband to enable it. IIRC there are a few mods to enable EAP-SIM on phones which had it disabled, it might be worth looking into that and see if a dev could chime in on the issue.

I think that this link could interests you:
code.google.com/p/seek-for-android/wiki/EapSimAka
The devs need to add this to their roms...
Add a star here to make the things move faster:
code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=9329

G0belet said:
Nope, he's actually talking about EAP-SIM, which is an oft-requested feature on the Android Issue Tracker. Some phones implement it (the GSII does), and it's unclear to me what's needed from the RIL/baseband to enable it. IIRC there are a few mods to enable EAP-SIM on phones which had it disabled, it might be worth looking into that and see if a dev could chime in on the issue.
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My point is that EAP-SIM (and EAP-AKA for 3G) are used in UMA/GAN.

EAP-SIM on Galaxy Nexus
I would expect the high end Galaxy Nexus that is sold directly by Google not to have any RIL problem to communicate with the SIM, as it should be really UNLOCKED as advertised and even support different mobile networks.
I will get one and try the solution as reported on code.google.com/p/seek-for-android/wiki/EapSimAka
If as witnessed by the lack of response at code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=9329 this is not a technical problem, but a marketing and/or strategic one I will complain with Google for advertising as UNLOCKED something that it is not, and request my money back.

evelasco said:
I will get one and try the solution as reported on code.google.com/p/seek-for-android/wiki/EapSimAka
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I tried this patch on my rom oxygen on my htc desire but it didn't work. Can you tell us if you success or not ? Thanks.

December 26 2017 update LS992ZVE

I just received a new update on G5 sprint to upgrade to LS992ZVE_5. Will it relock my sim card

kleinkel said:
I just received a new update on G5 sprint to upgrade to LS992ZVE_5. Will it relock my sim card
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i want to know the same, if somebody update please tell us..

Stay safe and don't try.

i take the risk... and the result its... My phone still unlocked ... u can upgrade guys
PD: i unlock my phone with optopus box in past version

Did the update add any new feature

still unlocked!
NinjarD said:
i want to know the same, if somebody update please tell us..
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I have updated to zve... my phone is still unlocked! :good:

Phone remains unlocked. Unfortunately, it wipes APN data and now I can't go in and edit APN. Anybody have any work arounds? I can't add an APN (no option) in the settings menu (settings - more - mobile networks - access point names) nor in the ##3282# menu with the MSL. It's been a huge pain and I'm currently trying to use this phone in Peru. It can make and receive calls/texts but will not access the internet without being able to add/edit APN's.

Hi, I just want to know can I downgrade ZVE update

Mortal Eternity said:
I have updated to zve... my phone is still unlocked! :good:
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I have a problem.... I upgraded to zvc ..my phone got unlocked remotely but my facebook..twitter.instagram and whatsapp won't work well with mobile data.. How can I solve

didospike said:
Hi, I just want to know can I downgrade ZVE update
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No

kleinkel said:
Did the update add any new feature
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It's a security update, so no. If you guys want to keep your unlock, DON'T UPDATE.

dont update.. As i unlocked my phone from the hidden menu app but as i updated it got locked (and i can't seem to find any solution whosoever).. You cant go back and downgrade and you cant unlock it again with the hidden menu app..
But if anyone knows how to do it please i beg you i need help as it was my gift to my father and i fu..ed it up :crying:

Why,LG, why?
Gah this is so frustrating. I had my phone unlocked by sprint and am currently abroad, but had the wonderful combination of ideas to both update to ZVE and reset network settings. I've already been using this international sim for five months and everything was fine and dandy, but now I can't add an APN so I can't connect to the internet (the apn settings are greyed out) - I even spoke to Sprint for 3 hours and they concluded there's nothing they can do. I'm thinking there's one of three things to be done: change the APN by some "hack" like a dialer code or ADB, revert to previous firmware, or connect to the internet somehow without an APN.
Does anyone know how to do either of three things? Please help.
Update: I called LG and Sprint for a combined total of about 5 hours. LG confirmed that indeed with ZVE they disabled manual changing of APNs (due to "security") and they don't even have a special code or anything to fix that. They said I should ask Sprint to maybe push an ota apn for the international carrier but they said they can't do that. The LG guy said that he would add a ticket (they can't even talk to anyone higher up) to tell the dev team to add an option again to change APNs but I don't know how likely that'll be. It's just super frustrating that LG pushed an update to break international data and now says they can't do anything about it. Reminds me of my bootlooped Nexus 5x that they said they couldn't do anything about. Smh lg, smh.

BuntzenB said:
Gah this is so frustrating. I had my phone unlocked by sprint and am currently abroad, but had the wonderful combination of ideas to both update to ZVE and reset network settings. I've already been using this international sim for five months and everything was fine and dandy, but now I can't add an APN so I can't connect to the internet (the apn settings are greyed out) - I even spoke to Sprint for 3 hours and they concluded there's nothing they can do. I'm thinking there's one of three things to be done: change the APN by some "hack" like a dialer code or ADB, revert to previous firmware, or connect to the internet somehow without an APN.
Does anyone know how to do either of three things? Please help.
Update: I called LG and Sprint for a combined total of about 5 hours. LG confirmed that indeed with ZVE they disabled manual changing of APNs (due to "security") and they don't even have a special code or anything to fix that. They said I should ask Sprint to maybe push an ota apn for the international carrier but they said they can't do that. The LG guy said that he would add a ticket (they can't even talk to anyone higher up) to tell the dev team to add an option again to change APNs but I don't know how likely that'll be. It's just super frustrating that LG pushed an update to break international data and now says they can't do anything about it. Reminds me of my bootlooped Nexus 5x that they said they couldn't do anything about. Smh lg, smh.
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Welcome to my hell. I tried to warn the community in my comment about this exact issue. I spent weeks talking to Sprint and LG's useless "technical support." LG reps kept insisting that LG has nothing to do with software updates which is completely wrong and extremely ignorant of them to think that. Sprint advanced tech support even conferenced LG in on a call once that lasted about 45 minutes and the LG rep kept saying they don't have anything to do with the updates. Finally, we got him to agree that they did make the updates. But, even that was a waste of time. It wasn't until I wrote to LG through their website that I got several responses (mostly the same as before - walking you through how to change APN settings) but, finally in those conversations, I was able to get LG support to admit that they had a problem with ZVE and that they are the ones that broke it. The last response I got was that their developers are aware of the problem and are working to fix it. It probably won't be fixed until the next software update and they won't give me any timeline as to when that will be. It's been a couple of weeks since I last talked to LG. My advice is to do the same and file a bug error on their website. Calling in is a complete waste of time. They need more reports on this so that they know this is a big issue. You can't even go in with your MSL and change APN's. If they were really worried about security, they would at least allow the carriers to give you permission to modify the APN. Seems completely nonsensical to me.

Never update if you have an unlock. I've said this a hundred times... Maybe you can get on eBay and get a remote unlock.

somy body plz can you post this upgrade ?
kleinkel said:
I just received a new update on G5 sprint to upgrade to LS992ZVE_5. Will it relock my sim card
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somebody plz can you post this upgrade ? mb it will help to recover some phones who has updated allready.
i think it stores on ota directory on your ls992

acidlenin said:
somebody plz can you post this upgrade ? mb it will help to recover some phones who has updated allready.
i think it stores on ota directory on your ls992
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It stores in /cache which you can't get to without root. I didn't see how it would help anybody either.

Sympathy, empathy
kephaisrock said:
Welcome to my hell. I tried to warn the community in my comment about this exact issue. I spent weeks talking to Sprint and LG's useless "technical support." LG reps kept insisting that LG has nothing to do with software updates which is completely wrong and extremely ignorant of them to think that. Sprint advanced tech support even conferenced LG in on a call once that lasted about 45 minutes and the LG rep kept saying they don't have anything to do with the updates. Finally, we got him to agree that they did make the updates. But, even that was a waste of time. It wasn't until I wrote to LG through their website that I got several responses (mostly the same as before - walking you through how to change APN settings) but, finally in those conversations, I was able to get LG support to admit that they had a problem with ZVE and that they are the ones that broke it. The last response I got was that their developers are aware of the problem and are working to fix it. It probably won't be fixed until the next software update and they won't give me any timeline as to when that will be. It's been a couple of weeks since I last talked to LG. My advice is to do the same and file a bug error on their website. Calling in is a complete waste of time. They need more reports on this so that they know this is a big issue. You can't even go in with your MSL and change APN's. If they were really worried about security, they would at least allow the carriers to give you permission to modify the APN. Seems completely nonsensical to me.
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How does one file a bug report? I looked and couldn't find it.
As to the reason I updated my phone, I'm very involved in security and need the newest security patches I can get. Also, I don't know/don't think a remote unlock will help, I think it is actually fully impossible to add an APN at this point... I even had sprint lock and unlock my phone...

BuntzenB said:
How does one file a bug report? I looked and couldn't find it.
As to the reason I updated my phone, I'm very involved in security and need the newest security patches I can get. Also, I don't know/don't think a remote unlock will help, I think it is actually fully impossible to add an APN at this point... I even had sprint lock and unlock my phone...
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Sometimes you can't have your cake and eat it too. A bug report will get you nowhere. I've filed legitimate bug reports with solutions and didn't even get a reply. They did this on purpose and don't care if it effects you. They don't want you to use your device the way you want, they want you to use it the way they want.

I read this in other post
Idk this work
HiddenMenuCall
Google, download and install HiddenMenuCall_1.7.apk
Go to LTE Settings
Go to APN Settings
Set APN there and use "default,dun,fota" as APN Type
Restart phone
Done!

No connection to several website/services via LTE when DUAL-SIM active

Hi,
I love this phone, but one point drives me crazy.
When I have 2 SIM enabled, and logged in to LTE network, I can't open several websites (ex. threema.ch).
When only one SIM is active, all is fine. As well when I'm logged in to WiFi.
As well when 3G is active, all is working.
When I use the phone as HotSpot, I can access the website via laptop.
Therefore the LTE connection is not the problem.
Can someone please try the same with his SIM and report back?
Thanks in advance
BR

I can confirm exactly the same behaviour with LTE over Telekom DE and o2 DE.
Unfortunately, I don't have a solution other than switching on VPN now an then to receive new Threema messages.
Sony recommends to repair the system software (make a backup in advance) via the Companion software, but I haven't tested that yet.

Thanks for testing. I don't think that repair of system software will fix the issue.
I already tried with installing FW from different Region, what is this in principle.
No improvement.

The Sony support told me that the issue also exists for WhatsApp (which I use rarely so I can't really confirm that), so I hope the issue will get a higher priority.
My bug report with Threema's stack trace and so on was forwarded to Sony's dev team. Let's hope for the best.
I get mixed results for wifi tethering. Connected Android devices and an iPhone I tested won't connect to threema.ch, but a Windows 10 notebook does. Can you confirm that?

Yes, I can confirm.
I only tested tethering with a Win10 Laptop. Threema.ch was ok.
There are now a lot of messages as well in the Sony support forum.
As well I had issues with streaming from Netflix. But after the update yesterday this wa fixed.
I expect the priority of Netflix is even higher then for Threema

Hi,
Did sony confirm the problem with two SIM?
On the Sony support site, only message from users confirming the problem:
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperia-XZ2-Compact/Issue-4g-mobile-internet-with-2-SIM-in-my-xz2c/td-p/1314928/page/3
Local support does not confirm the problem at all...
I hope the problem with two SIM will be fix soon, but for now I don't have any information from Sony that they are working on a fix it
Thanks

Sony confirmed in an email that the issue is also known for WhatsApp and that the support is waiting for feedback from their dev team.

grisu59964
This gives hope for a quick solution
Thanks for the info

After update software to version 51.1.A.4.225 the issue has been fixed

chat option in Android Messages

Just noticed today that the chat option is available in the settings menu.. It doesnt work but hey, it's there! Stop teasing me Google! ?

seniorstew said:
Just noticed today that the chat option is available in the settings menu.. It doesnt work but hey, it's there! Stop teasing me Google!
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That only works if your carrier supports RCS. That has nothing to do with Google.

Mikee4fun said:
That only works if your carrier supports RCS. That has nothing to do with Google.
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I'm very much aware of that. Just bringing up the fact that it's there

Which network are you on? It's not working for me on T-Mobile either, but can't wait to see this in the future (if Google stays on track, that is lol)

champ784 said:
Which network are you on? It's not working for me on T-Mobile either, but can't wait to see this in the future (if Google stays on track, that is lol)
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T-Mobile. I'm using the esim so that may be why

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T-Mobile. I'm using the esim so that may be why
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I can confirm that my regular Sim is also not getting it as well. I know RCS is supposed to be available on TMobile either now or soon, so I just can't wait until it's fully implemented. I'm sick of iMessage being the only decent first party messaging service ??

No RCS on pixel phones with T mobile. TMO only supports Samsung devices and I believe one LG phone.

Very few US carriers support Universal RCS and it's usually just a few devices if it is available. The carriers publicly state their support of Universal RCS, but clearly there is little to no motivation to switch. Right now texting uses the carrier's propriety technology and they don't want to give up that control. I doubt Universal RCS will ever reach the masses even though it is clearly a better user experience.

In a timely development, it's being reported that Google will be taking control of rsc rollout by giving uses a choice to opt into a Google service. Not in the US to start, but we will see where it goes.

sic0048 said:
In a timely development, it's being reported that Google will be taking control of rsc rollout by giving uses a choice to opt into a Google service. Not in the US to start, but we will see where it goes.
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I just saw some articles referring to that... I really do hope that they deliver on their word and it isn't another failed attempt like Allo was

Is VoLTE possible

I have a Singapore variant of the tab S4 it makes and receives calls just fine over 3G but wont make them over LTE is VoLTE even possible on this? I travel the country and have ran into a few instances where I have LTE coverage but not 3G

It looks bad
Samsung has disabled VoLTE in every tablet that supports it, tab s3, s4, s6 and s7. It won't comment on this. I suggest contacting Samsung and asking for an update to address this issue. I understand there is a complex hack to accomplish this, but it involves editing a binary file.

If Samsung won't do it, maybe the carrier firmware can enable VoLTE?
AT&T says its Tab S4 variant will continue to work after their 3G shutdown.
Tab S4 (SM-T837A) is listed in their compatible devices:
https://www.att.com/idpassets/images/support/wireless/Devices-Working-on-ATT-Network.pdf
Maybe this means VoLTE is enabled for calling? Or they might mean it will keep working but only for data LTE.

There is no carrier tab s4 that will work for calls, and I don't think sms either! The carriers have a system in which you can have data/talk/text on a samsung Tab 3,4,5,6,7,8 if you also have a samsung phone.
Samsung also has a setting you can enable to make calls on your tablet if you also have a phone, if both devices are logged into your Samsung account. No security flaw there! Not sure if the phone must be Samsung too, but it would seem so!
I'm not going to say what I think about a manufacturer going out of its way to reverse a setting, intentionally crippling its flagship products, so customers need to purchase more stuff to obtain the expected functionality!
I did write to the CEO of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.. I asked for a firmware update to enable VoLTE in the Tab S series beginning with the S3.
Earlier Tab S don't have compatible hardware. If you clear your browser data, so no one can tell you're a hacker, and google 'Samsung investor relations', you can find his name and address.
I'm not going to dox him here. But if anyone wants to write him, please be very civil, clean, upright, and simply ask for an update, followed by, "I only ask for Samsung to live up to its reputation! I think my request is more than reasonable! Thank you for taking your valuable time to read my message. Best Regards, name"
Don't use spinglish--words and phrases that mean one thing implied to mean something else. And example in reverse is when Dell dubbed one of its laptops exploding into flames, 'a thermal event'!
Just be direct, brief, polite and honest.

Samsung chat says:
Hi, thank you for contacting Samsung Care. I’m D-- ....
... It will be updated in coming update. You will receive a notification on your tablet once it got updated.
‎8:36 PM When do you think the update will be?
‎8:37 PM Profile SEA Digital Messaging We don't have the exact information. Hope it will update will release in couple of weeks.
‎8:38 PM This is due to the 3G shutdown? That will work then, with the update I'll be able to download a phone app from the app store?
Thank you
‎8:38 PM Profile SEA Digital Messaging It is not about the 3G shutdown, the feature is not available on the tablet. Carrier have not permitted to use this feature on Samsung tablet. You can use caling feature on third party applications like WhatsApp ETC.
‎8:41 PM ok yes. Then I will wait for the update. Is this official it will be updated?
the tablet will be updated to download a phone app?
‎8:42 PM Profile SEA Digital Messaging Yes it will be official once the Update released you will get notification on your screen.
Once you get the Update it will update automatically to make the calls.
‎8:44 PM ok thank you D
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So maybe it'll be soon I'm hoping to use VoLTE for my tablet soon. Otherwise Singapore firmware might allow VoLTE calls currently? Why is that? I can't download or install or side-load any phone app currently.
edit update: I flashed to t-mobile using odin and that lets me send and receive texts just fine using messenger app. I use tello so I can place outbound calls over wifi too, so I can just use google voice for any other phone call inbound. I've heard other versions outside usa might be able to place calls though?? Suppose we'll get an update here soon anyway hopefully.
-Cat_F

There will be convoluted ways to get data/talk/text on the Tab S models without adding VoLTE compatibility.

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There will be convoluted ways to get data/talk/text on the Tab S models without adding VoLTE compatibility.
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Cat_F said:
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Like calling on other devices, if both a phone and tablet are logged in to your Samsung account, you can use your tablet for Data/talk/txt, because it's actually using the phone.