I have a unlocked T-mobile S8+ and when I put my sim in the phone it doesnt register on the their network. I thought I read all the S8+ have the capability to work on all networks.
Thanks in advance
Have you tried flashing to the G955U1 firmware?
I haven't yet. I will try
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
jemx33 said:
I haven't yet. I will try
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Did this work for you? Did you try?
jemx33 said:
I have a unlocked T-mobile S8+ and when I put my sim in the phone it doesnt register on the their network. I thought I read all the S8+ have the capability to work on all networks.
Thanks in advance
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Are you using already active sim card? just curious.
Yes it will. The US varient are all the same for every carrier so it should work fine.
After many attempts nothing worked it looked like the T-Mobile verison is missing the cdma bands to make calls
Sent from my SM-G955U1 using Tapatalk
jemx33 said:
After many attempts nothing worked it looked like the T-Mobile verison is missing the cdma bands to make calls
Sent from my SM-G955U1 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So you flashed to the 955U1 firmware & inserted a preactivated Verizon SIM card and it still didn't work? Did you domestic unlock the T-Mobile S8 first?
Sent from my SM-G935U using Tapatalk
What color is yours? I use an Orchid Grey S8+ from verizon but I use my tmobile sim in it. Worked right off the bat without any APN changes. Maybe we could trade. I would rather have the tmo bloat that I could actually use rather than the vzw bloat.
jemx33 said:
I have a unlocked T-mobile S8+ and when I put my sim in the phone it doesnt register on the their network. I thought I read all the S8+ have the capability to work on all networks.
Thanks in advance
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Those unlocked at&t or tmobile phone won't work for Sprint or Verizon. Sprint and Verizon required the IMEI in their database.
Sent from my SM-G955U1 using Tapatalk
I'm late to this thread, but what I did was make sure my S8+ (T-Mobile variant) was paid off and then I used the Device Unlock app. It did not work at first. Then, I inserted a Verizon SIM and rebooted the phone. I relaunched the Device Unlock app and selected the option for Permanent Unlock. It worked and then asked me to reboot the phone once more. Once I did that, it took me to a blue screen while it loaded the Verizon bands and apps and then rebooted one more time. It works flawlessly and even loaded the Verizon boot up screen.
From what it seems, all of the USA SM-G950/955 units are indeed capable of working with other networks and will load the appropriate firmware of that carrier but, at least with T-Mobile, the phone must be paid off first and then the Device Unlock app must be used. It is working great on Verizon as if it was sold to me by them.
Related
I am looking to purchase an AT&T Galaxy Note 2 and need the following question answered... I am aware of the unlock link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982 that uses the method of dialing the following keys *#197328640# but here is my concern... Does this method allow you to use a Verizon Sim as if you had purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2? In other words does it unlock the CDMA band also?
Thanks for any correct information...
The Adversary said:
I am looking to purchase an AT&T Galaxy Note 2 and need the following question answered... I am aware of the unlock link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982 that uses the method of dialing the following keys *#197328640# but here is my concern... Does this method allow you to use a Verizon Sim as if you had purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2? In other words does it unlock the CDMA band also?
Thanks for any correct information...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If im correct verizon and at&t use completely different frequency bands.
Sumone please correct me if im wrong
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using xda app-developers app
Until vzw goes to VoIP in the next few years the only thing the sim supports is 4g data. Because lte is a gsm based network, sim cards are needed. Nothing else in a Verizon phone used the sim so no you would not receive full service using a vzw sim. Not sure if you'd receive data or not but I'm betting no
Verizon uses CDMA for voice, and CDMA/LTE for data. Not only are the LTE frequencies incompatible, but CDMA is incompatible as well. So no, the Note 2 will not work AT ALL on Verizon.
Also to note, Verizon will only let you activate VERIZON BRANDED phones on their network. You can't buy unlocked phones and use them like a GSM carrier (AT&T, T-Mobile in the US) would. Sprint is the same way.
entropism said:
Verizon uses CDMA for voice, and CDMA/LTE for data. Not only are the LTE frequencies incompatible, but CDMA is incompatible as well. So no, the Note 2 will not work AT ALL on Verizon.
Also to note, Verizon will only let you activate VERIZON BRANDED phones on their network. You can't buy unlocked phones and use them like a GSM carrier (AT&T, T-Mobile in the US) would. Sprint is the same way.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ok, so if I purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2, and rooted it, I could then use AT&T and later if I finally want to switch over to Verizon, I could... If I am mistaken about this, please let me know. Because I am trying to get a Galaxy Note 2 that will work with both GSM carriers and also work with Verizon when/if I choose to switch.
No. Verizon and AT&T phones/networks are not compatible with each other at all.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using xda app-developers app
The Adversary said:
Because I am trying to get a Galaxy Note 2 that will work with both GSM carriers and also work with Verizon when/if I choose to switch.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
entropism said:
This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've been wondering about this. Can't the Verizon "international" phones be unlocked, then used with a US SIM?
entropism said:
This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
"Yes. Verizon GN 2 on AT&T network. Phone is rooted. AT&T APN added with APN Manager Pro. Decent speeds too with just 2 bars. Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk 2"
Just pulled this off of a different thread... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2044449
Seems like the Verizon GN2 can do AT&T with data, as long as you rooted and adjust the APN file. If this is incorrect please let me and the rest of the form know how or why this is incorrect....
The Adversary said:
"Yes. Verizon GN 2 on AT&T network. Phone is rooted. AT&T APN added with APN Manager Pro. Decent speeds too with just 2 bars. Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk 2"
Just pulled this off of a different thread... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2044449
Seems like the Verizon GN2 can do AT&T with data, as long as you rooted and adjust the APN file. If this is incorrect please let me and the rest of the form know how or why this is incorrect....
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I already said data "could" work. That'd not the issue. Getting everything to work is what seems to be unlikely. Different frequencies for voice/text.
Sent from the quad core monster in my pants
Any new Verizon phones can work on any GSM HSPA+ network with some trickery or are unlocked out the box. Some phones work on At&T and T-mobile while others only work with carriers outside the U.S. YMMV.
http://www.theverge.com/2012/9/25/3405610/verizon-iphone-5-unlocked-open-access-fcc
A guy has it working on AT&T.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1905016&page=5
Hey guys!
I have a note 3 and its EOL. I was waiting for a Note 5 but I guess I dont have time now. I like the S6 Edge but it does not have key features I want (expandable memory card, extra battery).
This leaves me back with the Note... What's the best way to get it Rooted for Verizon? Can I buy it from T-mobile / ATT Auto Root it then switch it over to Verizon? Thoughts?
The other variants don't have the right bands in them for Verizon. I believe your only option is to pick up a developers edition.
Sent from my SM-N910V using XDA Free mobile app
WarlockLord said:
The other variants don't have the right bands in them for Verizon. I believe your only option is to pick up a developers edition.
Sent from my SM-N910V using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Incorrect. They have the same bands for Sprint/Verizon/ATT/TMobile ect.. but IME's have been white listed and/or bands have been locked by the carriers. Global phones typically have all the bands necessary.
eskomo said:
Incorrect. They have the same bands for Sprint/Verizon/ATT/TMobile ect.. but IME's have been white listed and/or bands have been locked by the carriers. Global phones typically have all the bands necessary.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Your statement is also incorrect in part, as the T-Mo and AT&T phones lack the CDMA radios required for Verizon.
dpoverlord said:
Hey guys!
I have a note 3 and its EOL. I was waiting for a Note 5 but I guess I dont have time now. I like the S6 Edge but it does not have key features I want (expandable memory card, extra battery).
This leaves me back with the Note... What's the best way to get it Rooted for Verizon? Can I buy it from T-mobile / ATT Auto Root it then switch it over to Verizon? Thoughts?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You will need to get your phone unlocked first.
BobbyDillyDally said:
You will need to get your phone unlocked first.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I worked at VZW for 3 years in Tech Support. You can not take another phone from any other carrier (except the old Altel phones) and use it in Verizon with the exception of global phones with global sim cards. Verizon uses A-Key authentication which prevents taking a Verizon sim card and putting in a non-Verizon phone and using it. Verizon used CDMA unlike all the other carriers.
That really stinks, anything I can do on the Verizon Note 4?
Hi, is the Verizon wireless LG G4 GSM Unlocked? Many Thanks.
Sent from my HTC6435LVW using XDA Free mobile app
ystasino said:
Hi, is the Verizon wireless LG G4 GSM Unlocked? Many Thanks.
Sent from my HTC6435LVW using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No. None of the carrier ones are yet
Do you have any idea where to get the kdz for tmobile version
Th3Bill said:
No. None of the carrier ones are yet
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
False, you can use the Verizon G4 on other GSM carriers. I popped in my T-Mobile SIM in, entered in the APN, and I had working data. The only downside is you get a SIM notification since it's not a Verizon SIM.
geoff5093 said:
False, you can sue the Verizon G4 on other GSM carriers. I popped in my T-Mobile SIM in, entered in the APN, and I had working data. The only downside is you get a SIM notification since it's not a Verizon SIM.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I had thought he meant bootloader. My bad
The Verizon G2 has unlocked GSM. Good to know the G4 does too.
Once we get root, you can remove the SIM notification.
player911 said:
The Verizon G2 has unlocked GSM. Good to know the G4 does too.
Once we get root, you can remove the SIM notification.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I thought the Verizon G4 had band 2, but I can't pick up band 2 LTE on T-Mobile on 2G > LTE converted sites.
geoff5093 said:
False, you can use the Verizon G4 on other GSM carriers. I popped in my T-Mobile SIM in, entered in the APN, and I had working data. The only downside is you get a SIM notification since it's not a Verizon SIM.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can remove the "not a verizon sim" message by going into applications and disabling/stopping the "Activation Agent". The only thing is that you have to do it every time the phone restarts.
im planing to buy the s8+ t-mobile ,my question does this phone is carrier unlocked
thanks
INGHUGO said:
im planing to buy the s8+ t-mobile ,my question does this phone is carrier unlocked
thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No it's not it should be easy but T-Mobile will make it harder than it has to be
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
954wrecker said:
No it's not it should be easy but T-Mobile will make it harder than it has to be
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
rjscott2005 said:
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So t mobile s8+ will work with CDMA network?
Makcoco said:
So t mobile s8+ will work with CDMA network?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No it wont right now and probably not ever fully for calls or texts or data
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
blaz4710 said:
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nobody has or can yet Its a huge maybe at this point. Guys get the version you need or wait for the sim unlocked version. To much risk waiting and hoping odin eventually works.
rjscott2005 said:
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
blaz4710 said:
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
T mobile S7 edge works perfectly with CDMA operators, i did try that my self.
Please let me know your results with t mobile s8 phone.
---------- Post added at 08:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:30 PM ----------
954wrecker said:
Nobody has or can yet Its a huge maybe at this point. Guys get the version you need or wait for the sim unlocked version. To much risk waiting and hoping odin eventually works.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How can I know that t mobile s8 + will work with CDMA network? I called T mobile customer service twice they said they have no idea :silly:
I love tmo, but I don't buy phones from them anymore. Bought an S8+ on Verizon. Then popped my tmo sim in and it's all good to go. Vzw and tmo capable. Data speeds are faster on tmo around my house, but everywhere else the vzw sim outpaced it.
Sent from my SM-G955U using XDA-Developers Legacy app
LpSk8r said:
I love tmo, but I don't buy phones from them anymore. Bought an S8+ on Verizon. Then popped my tmo sim in and it's all good to go. Vzw and tmo capable. Data speeds are faster on tmo around my house, but everywhere else the vzw sim outpaced it.
Sent from my SM-G955U using XDA-Developers Legacy app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
you got video call and all that ****?
Just wondering if it works on all carriers or should I wait for the unlocked version ? Thanks.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I have a vzw line. Popped in vzw sim. Then popped in my tmo sim. Data and calls work. Speed was faster on tmo sim though.
Sent from my SM-G955U using XDA-Developers Legacy app
mine works well but i cant get video or any of the tmobile **** like that to work
I just picked up a Verizon S8+ (i had a T-Mobile one but just returned it) and i popped a T-Mobile SIM Card in it and i got a message saying "This is not a Verizon Wireless SIM Card" and it wouldn't let me use it. I thought it was supposed to be unlocked??
It is unlocked. After swapping Sims the only change you got to make is change preffered network mode from LTE/CDMA to LTE/GSM oh and go to APN and choose your new sim card apn. And thats it. Ive tried all carriers on my Verizon S8+ with no problems
NougatDude said:
Just wondering if it works on all carriers or should I wait for the unlocked version ? Thanks.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What probably will not work on any carrier phone other than TMobile will be WiFi calling when using TM SIM.
Hey! I need to know if I buy a s8+ in Verizon, I will can use in Chile with my local carrier? I can read that you don't have problems changing the carrier in USA, will be the same if I use the phone with a Chilean Sim? Thanks!
I have a Verizon S8+ on AT&T unlimited service and it works perfectly. So you'll be good for Tmo as well. I have no clue about Sprint tho.
I have a Verizon S8+ on att and it works great. Does anyone know if I get HD Voice with this combination ?
Verizon unlocked S8 plus on T-Mobile working flawlessly for me
Verizon unlocked and works very well in France on the Orange network.
When I got my VZW S8+ I popped in my tmo sim first thing. It worked flawlessly out of the box. I didnt even have to add any APN settings as all of the tmo settings were built in. Awesome job sammy!
What about video call ect I'm having issues getting that **** to work is u pres *#77467# it says false on all the **** why won't the ims register that controls all that
I have an issue with s8+ using AT&T sim. The issue is that the phone shows a plus sign in front of my all incoming calls treating them as international calls. Does anyone know the solution?
The phones are completely unlocked, what you need to do is look up the VPN settings that T-mobile, or at&t use for their phones and set them accordingly. Though some functions might not work with non-Verizon carriers through changing these functions. (messages, video calling, etc..)
Thank you all. I bought the s8+ from Verizon out right because I wasnt sure if I was going to stick with them. And it looks like I am moving to t-Mobile this month, I was going to look into flashing the firmware, but I was worried since I used Samsung pay like crazy. So I am fine with just disabling the verizon apps and going from there.
Anyone know if the phone will still get updates if I swap in a T-Mobile SIM, or a Verizon-compatible one from Straight Talk while still on the VZW firmware?
mugabuga said:
Anyone know if the phone will still get updates if I swap in a T-Mobile SIM, or a Verizon-compatible one from Straight Talk while still on the VZW firmware?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It will if you use the VZW software update assistant. I've done 2 updates this way on my Verizon S8+ with my tmo sim in there. Works fine.
Oyeve said:
It will if you use the VZW software update assistant. I've done 2 updates this way on my Verizon S8+ with my tmo sim in there. Works fine.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sounds good. Do you know of the Verizon phone has all the bands of the T-Mobile version?
Fully work - no. Things like HD calling and wifi calling wont work without t-mobile software.