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Can anyone tell me how easy it is to set up, and whether there's any additional charges that I'd incur by doing so, I wouldn't be using that much data..
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I have been tethering my T-mobile phone with my laptop for years now and hve never been asked to pay an additional fee. Remain under the 3GB limit and I think you should be okay. Not had a chance to use the 'internet sharing' option on my Desire yet.
Thanks I will give it a try. I currently have a voda mobile internet dongle which I pay £15 a month for which is now out of contract which I hardly use, and it only gets a 2G signal the place where I use it quite often, where I know t-mobile has a 3G signal, so if I could ditch it, it would be great!
Once the Desire's drivers and HTC sync were loaded on my laptop the tethtering was easy - once you plug in the desire it comes up with a menu of options for the usb connection - just select the sharing option - then on the laptop just pick the mobile connection and off you go.
Like the previous poster I've been tehering on Tmobile for years and not had any charge for it .
I've also tethered on my Touch HD on t-mobile for the last 2 years, fairly heavy usage (though not above the allowance) and never had any problems or charges.
Is the same tethering possible via bluetooth?
Thanks,
David
Has anyone tried this on the Galaxy Note?
http://www.gpfile.com/A1.htm
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Has anyone tried this on the Galaxy Note?
http://www.gpfile.com/A1.htm
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why not try socblue instead? it will make your note triple sim!
http://www.amazon.com/Socblue-Bluetooth-Transformer-Converter-Android/dp/B008NZFZV8
if it works out for you, let me know how well it works. (i intend to buy one also )
The socblue from Amazon is :
1. more expensive at 123 USD while the GPfile is 80 USD.
2. Amazon does not ship to my address.
Have seen a few similar devices here and there but I'm skeptical. Any " real life" reports from regular users? Seems to be the worst idea in theory: multiple devices to charge/carry, more power usage/less battery time on main device and possible/probable software bugs.
Looks interesting.
I usually carry 3 phones for 3 networks, IF this device can last a day of standby, can handle SMS/calls or data. It MIGHT be a good buy...
I've bought a "gpfile" on november.
It's absolutely functional, it can carry two gsm sim together with a full day of not intensive use. If you don't call it can work for two days.
There's only one little problem related to sms: its app is not able to handle sms from textual sender. In other words, if sender has a normal telephone number it work perfectly but if sender has (for example) "vodafone" as number it's not able to open message that always stays as unread, you can only delete it.
I use it with a galaxy n7000 with ics stock.
Receive calls with GPFile
fra21 said:
I've bought a "gpfile" on november.
It's absolutely functional, it can carry two gsm sim together with a full day of not intensive use. If you don't call it can work for two days.
There's only one little problem related to sms: its app is not able to handle sms from textual sender. In other words, if sender has a normal telephone number it work perfectly but if sender has (for example) "vodafone" as number it's not able to open message that always stays as unread, you can only delete it.
I use it with a galaxy n7000 with ics stock.
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hi guys, n thks for contributing on that post !
i 'm very interrested by GPFile mini.
@ Fra21: could you please tell me if it is possible to receive incoming phone calls from senders throught ur sim card number select on it ??
Many thks
Pecon.
Give-me more feedback about this GPFILE dual SIM, because i´m want to buy one. How about the ROM, is it automatically recognized by the system?
Don't buy socblue , it is a great idea but THE WORST support ever possible !
Long sms won't work, the client will disconnect and hardly reconnect automatically. The UI sucks. You can see in their forums that basically they ignore users requests. There are lots of bugs and none of them were fixed. I bought gmate and at least it works. There are a few UI bugs, but they work very well overall and i charge it once every 4 days. Hope i helped.
I have tried them all, And IMPACT, I think they suck... Not got one to work
Sent from BOX13.
what's the best solution to have dual sim in my sony android?
need buy something...
GPFILE mini is sucks?!?!? and other dual sim adapter works with network data? like 3G?
Socblue A860
I bought SOCBLUE A860.
Poor GSM signal reception strenght, even in coverage area. Have bugs in sms texting and no support from manufacturer. I was using it with Android, But it is really bad. People call me and it says "out of coverage" because when it is in my pocket, the signal strenghts reaches zero.
The bluetooth connection has a far range, about ten meters. It can charge your cellphone because it has two usb charging ports.
I do not recommend it.
Does anyone know if there is a similar product out there that supports AWS (a.k.a UMTS Band IV)?
Perhaps, has anyone tried putting in a T-Mobile/Wind/Mobilicity SIM in this device?
The supported bands as indicated in the product specification are GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz.
fabioschmidt said:
I bought SOCBLUE A860.
Poor GSM signal reception strenght, even in coverage area. Have bugs in sms texting and no support from manufacturer. I was using it with Android, But it is really bad. People call me and it says "out of coverage" because when it is in my pocket, the signal strenghts reaches zero.
The bluetooth connection has a far range, about ten meters. It can charge your cellphone because it has two usb charging ports.
I do not recommend it.
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bind the device ( in the app not the Bluetooth ) and place it with the back outward (the antenna is in the back ) in a shirt or jacket pocket not in your pants
as for charging the gfile uses the same chargers as an iPhone/iPad i have some thing like this but with only 2 wires http://www.lightinthebox.com/3-in-1...r-iphone-5-and-ipad-mini-and-all_p496564.html
so i can charge my phone a sony xperia play and the gfile at the same time
So im.as sick as a.dog right now. my galaxy S4 phone is being charged across the room, my galaxy Note 8.0 in my hands, when all the sudden i get a txt. i wonder... is there any way to view txts that i get on my Galaxy S4 phone from my Galaxy Note 8.0? currently my not is rooted if that helps. but.no custom roms or anything.
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So im.as sick as a.dog right now. my galaxy S4 phone is being charged across the room, my galaxy Note 8.0 in my hands, when all the sudden i get a txt. i wonder... is there any way to view txts that i get on my Galaxy S4 phone from my Galaxy Note 8.0? currently my not is rooted if that helps. but.no custom roms or anything.
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OK, here is what I think will do well for you...
You can open up the firefox browser and get into outlook, to click on the links for both phone and tablet.
Ye must install this to your phone... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texty.sms
Setup your phones app before installing this to yer tablet... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightytext.tablet
Then setup the tablet to sync and send txts as if you are on your phone.
gooberdude said:
Ye must install this to your phone... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texty.sms
Setup your phones app before installing this to yer tablet... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightytext.tablet
Then setup the tablet to sync and send txts as if you are on your phone.
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This method is amazing! Thank you so much. IDK if you're very experienced/intouch with VoiP, but I after trying out the app you suggested I noticed an option to make a call. After trying it I realized it sends a signal to the phone to intiate a call. Which was awesome too, especially since I have my BT Headset always on. But then the snowball started rolling and then I though... wouldn't it be amazing to get rid of the phone all together. So I had a couple of questions. Can Data plans be activated on regular tabs like mine (Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5110) ordoes one has to have the 3g/4g model of tablet for it to have its own Data Plan? Next, assuming one could have a tablet with its on Dataplan... Are there any VoiP with reasonable monthly charges and reliable service that will allow calls/txt to not only other users of the same app (like skype to skype) but from app to landline etc?
varxtis said:
This method is amazing! Thank you so much. IDK if you're very experienced/intouch with VoiP, but I after trying out the app you suggested I noticed an option to make a call. After trying it I realized it sends a signal to the phone to intiate a call. Which was awesome too, especially since I have my BT Headset always on. But then the snowball started rolling and then I though... wouldn't it be amazing to get rid of the phone all together. So I had a couple of questions. Can Data plans be activated on regular tabs like mine (Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5110) ordoes one has to have the 3g/4g model of tablet for it to have its own Data Plan? Next, assuming one could have a tablet with its on Dataplan... Are there any VoiP with reasonable monthly charges and reliable service that will allow calls/txt to not only other users of the same app (like skype to skype) but from app to landline etc?
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The WIFI only version GT-N5110 has no internal capabilities for data plans, The GT-N5100 and the GT-N5120 both have internal abilities for data plans.
One option for home use is a Verizon share hot spot that is a box for Internet only and requires a data plan. As for portability, you could get car DC to AC adapter that will allow you to use while driving. As long as Verizon towers are available. You would then need to use some Internet phone service that fits your budget and requirements. Knowing that Verizon is limiting data even though they are doubling their LTE data rate, makes me skeptical on how much you will be able to use monthly even though you have a fast connex.
That is as far as I am with such a question, there are other types of data plans and share devices, Sprint seems to be the best deal for getting what you want, but it will be a wee costly, and not all areas are Sprint friendly.
Now if you can get a great deal on family shared data, you can look into getting dual hot spot devices that will double your data rate when setting them up to be bridged, via a robust router... Home routers are limited to one connection to the internet, so looking for such a router will be in the $150.00+ range. Depending on the brand and model, you can have 1 to 4 data connex. That is if your budget allows for such an extravagant option. Portability will be limited to transferring one device from the bridged network when needed, thus allowing internet to be active at home.
As for skype... they do allow calls to land line... but I have tested Text Plus with my AT&T version in the UK. It works well for an app, and even gives you a real phone number for txting and calls. There is a charge for calls but depending on how much you talk, it may less expensive than $9.00 per month VOIP options with apps or hardware to plug in between your existing network.
What you're considering is totally doable, but you don't have the right device. My previous device was a Verizon branded Tab 7.7 that I used as my primary phone via VoIP on their LTE network. Overall, it worked 80-85% as well as a cellphone. When I accidentally destroyed it, I replaced it with the N5100, which I have on a smartphone plan with AT&T.
In order to be a practical replacement for a cellphone, the tablet itself must have built in connectivity, otherwise you'd also have to carry around a hotspot device. Dealing with two devices, battery issues, etc. makes that impractical in comparison to just using a smartphone.
There are many VoIP options, and the cost range from free to expensive. It depends on your needs. Most allow calling and texting to anyone anywhere. I can't make specific suggestions without knowing more about your needs, but I'll describe the process. The first issue issue is the phone number and who has control of it. Do you have a number that you're attached to or are you ok with any assigned number. This influences the second issue, do you want an all in one integrated solution like Skype, or a modular solution, which allows more flexibility. Third, is this going to be used across multiple devices and what kind are they. Lastly, how robust/reliable does the setup need to be (ie. is it your primary phone or just something to play with).
I was initially attracted to using a tablet as a phone to save money. Tablets cost less than smartphones and data only plans are cheaper than smartphones plans. Then I quickly got addicted to the screen size. A tablet makes almost every task easier or more enjoyable compared to doing it on a regular size phone. But using a tablet as a phone did have drawbacks. The lack of an ear speaker meant always having a headset readily available (and charged) or using the speakerphone. Most VoIP apps drained the battery rather quickly. Call quality is highly dependent on network latency, no problem on WiFi, more of an issue when out and about.
I couldn't go back to using a regular phone as my primary device. I'm not saving any money by going this route, but for me it's worth the premium to have a tablet with built-in telephony capability on a smartphone plan. The N5100 is an awesome 8" smartphone.*
Supports N2, N5, N41, N66, N71
T-Mobile, Metro, unlocked
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Ok so feed up with OnePlus 8 on vzw & Verizon's antics I saw they dropped the OnePlus nord N10 5G and my local metro PCS for $69.99 to new customers. To me it sounds like the best cell phone deal in yrs. Going to go get one just curious what you guys thought of it anyone that has it. Seems the qualcomm 690 is possibly better rhan the 765g. Just looking for some input thanks
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Ok so feed up with OnePlus 8 on vzw & Verizon's antics I saw they dropped the OnePlus nord N10 5G and my local metro PCS for $69.99 to new customers. To me it sounds like the best cell phone deal in yrs. Going to go get one just curious what you guys thought of it anyone that has it. Seems the qualcomm 690 is possibly better rhan the 765g. Just looking for some input thanks
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I've got OnePlus nord N10 5G today from Metro by T-Mobile (Corporate Store) and it was free with number porting. The only problem is mine has "Build 10.5.7.BE88CF" and I'm not sure if it is (easy) root-able.
Didn't mean to double post can't figure out how to delete
android2021 said:
I've got OnePlus nord N10 5G today from Metro by T-Mobile (Corporate Store) and it was free with number porting. The only problem is mine has "Build 10.5.7.BE88CF" and I'm not sure if it is (easy) root-able.
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Yeah I didn't make it yesterday going to get one today but partially the reason was so I could root it and unlock it and all that. I surely it's got to be way easier than a Verizon phone. Not porting my number over still a hell of a deal I believe. How are you liking the phone so far
I got one unlocked
This is a smartphone for audio enthusiastic
The chip is capable to decode 24bit/192kHz
I really love how audio reproduced over headphones jack
What's not to like for the price I paid ($0 lol)
I'll only miss wireless charging (compensated by "Warp Speed" 30W USB-c) and not being able to root for the next 6 months until Metro will SIM unlock it(or I find paid unlock) Already ordered 256GB (up to 512GB suppored) MicroSD for $27 should be good for 4K Videos and 24bit/192khz music for now.
I can confirm detailed sound output on headphone jack for my several HiFi headphones (Senheiser and AudioTechnica) and Razer PC headphone.
android2021 said:
What's not to like for the price I paid ($0 lol)
I'll only miss wireless charging (compensated by "Warp Speed" 30W USB-c) and not being able to root for the next 6 months until Metro will SIM unlock it(or I find paid unlock) Already ordered 256GB (up to 512GB suppored) MicroSD for $27 should be good for 4K Videos and 24bit/192khz music for now.
I can confirm detailed sound output on headphone jack for my several HiFi headphones (Senheiser and AudioTechnica) and Razer PC headphone.
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Silicon Power?
I have grey one in mine and it is fine (no interruption)
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Supports N2, N5, N41, N66, N71
T-Mobile, Metro, unlocked
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Based on the stated specs, I agree.
However, N66 and N71 are not enabled on my phone.
See this thread:
How 5G Enabled is your Nord N10 5G ?
I have been noting that my Nord N10 5G isn't getting any better of a connection than my old 4G phone, so I set out to see which bands I was connecting on and which were actually enabled on the phone. I have done this in the past on various...
forum.xda-developers.com
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Ok so feed up with OnePlus 8 on vzw & Verizon's antics I saw they dropped the OnePlus nord N10 5G and my local metro PCS for $69.99 to new customers. To me it sounds like the best cell phone deal in yrs. Going to go get one just curious what you guys thought of it anyone that has it. Seems the qualcomm 690 is possibly better rhan the 765g. Just looking for some input thanks
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Hi there!
I have four of the OnePlus N105G's, all "BE88CF" variant.
I like the device. In my opinion it takes very nice pictures, stays connected to towers/5G/Bluetooth/wifi/GPS well.
I have tested the speeds on 5G. Average speed is 1.5 mbps, which is the same speed I receive on LTE.
(I own a 1+7Pro "non 5G" model. I have five lines from the same carrier. Each of these lines is subscribed to the carrier's "unlimited data" plan, ( each line comes with perks such as 15 GB hotspot )(and **mazon *time)(and 100Gb *oogle *ne ).
The carrier throttles speed @ 1.5mbps. They call this something like "information maxifier!"(name changed for legal purposes)
All four N105G's average 1.5mbps on 5G, just like my Oneplus7Pro does on the same network, but using LTE instead of 5G.
The N105G is a good all around phone, however it is very slow compared to my Oneplus7Pro.
No real complaints about the device.
It does have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
(Note: if you have a phone that does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack, Malmart sells a Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter for $5.)
It also has a microSD card slot, which afaik is a first for OnePlus.
(If you have a phone without a microSD card slot, you should be able to USB/OTG a 2-way usb drive ( usb/microusb or usb/usb Type C) or with a comparable adapter.
Besides the camera bezzel on the N105G the case dimensions for a 1+7P fit the N10 almost perfectly. (I'm to lazy to retry this atm)
The warp charge for the N10 is AWESOME! You can literally get a 50%charge in 30 minutes time, and so far the N10 seems to 'sip' power consumption ('sip', not 'guzzle').
It connects to Bluetooth with no problems, handles calls and texts well.
The device claims 90hz, but fails, per: testudo.com
In fact, after trying this code (for a non NordN105G) in ADB:
“adb shell settings put global oneplus_screen_refresh_rate 0”
(-Per" https://m.gearbest.com/blog/how-to/...-a-90hz-refresh-rate-on-all-applications-6528 "
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The results are:
90hz activated in settings/display, yet
60hz is what is actually attained; -testufo.com
(I'm hoping that after I can unlock them that I will be able to see a speed improvement after I make some mods to them...
All in all it's a very solid, non buggy device, and I'm hoping to see what it's capable of after it's unlocked, and hoping that is the same that I hope it to be!
md5hasher said:
Hi there!
I have four of the OnePlus N105G's, all "BE88CF" variant.
I like the device. In my opinion it takes very nice pictures, stays connected to towers/5G/Bluetooth/wifi/GPS well.
I have tested the speeds on 5G. Average speed is 1.5 mbps, which is the same speed I receive on LTE.
(I own a 1+7Pro "non 5G" model. I have five lines from the same carrier. Each of these lines is subscribed to the carrier's "unlimited data" plan, ( each line comes with perks such as 15 GB hotspot )(and **mazon *time)(and 100Gb *oogle *ne ).
The carrier throttles speed @ 1.5mbps. They call this something like "information maxifier!"(name changed for legal purposes)
All four N105G's average 1.5mbps on 5G, just like my Oneplus7Pro does on the same network, but using LTE instead of 5G.
The N105G is a good all around phone, however it is very slow compared to my Oneplus7Pro.
No real complaints about the device.
It does have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
(Note: if you have a phone that does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack, Malmart sells a Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter for $5.)
It also has a microSD card slot, which afaik is a first for OnePlus.
(If you have a phone without a microSD card slot, you should be able to USB/OTG a 2-way usb drive ( usb/microusb or usb/usb Type C) or with a comparable adapter.
Besides the camera bezzel on the N105G the case dimensions for a 1+7P fit the N10 almost perfectly. (I'm to lazy to retry this atm)
The warp charge for the N10 is AWESOME! You can literally get a 50%charge in 30 minutes time, and so far the N10 seems to 'sip' power consumption ('sip', not 'guzzle').
It connects to Bluetooth with no problems, handles calls and texts well.
The device claims 90hz, but fails, per: testudo.com
In fact, after trying this code (for a non NordN105G) in ADB:
“adb shell settings put global oneplus_screen_refresh_rate 0”
(-Per" https://m.gearbest.com/blog/how-to/...-a-90hz-refresh-rate-on-all-applications-6528 "
"
The results are:
90hz activated in settings/display, yet
60hz is what is actually attained; -testufo.com
(I'm hoping that after I can unlock them that I will be able to see a speed improvement after I make some mods to them...
All in all it's a very solid, non buggy device, and I'm hoping to see what it's capable of after it's unlocked, and hoping that is the same that I hope it to be!
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Tesudo.com just takes me to a site selling aluminum roller shutters?
I had to have my s20 ultra snapdragon replaced due to a bad board. I lost root and the new one came with bit 2, so Im screwed.
The only real problem is the hostpot tethering. I have flaky internet, so Id just plug my phone it, use the ethernet as a router and voila my whole house had internet.
However, I only have 5gb of month of this, and I can't hide it without editing build.props.
PDANET has been suggested but it doesn't do ethernet tethering.
Anyone got any ideas?
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I had to have my s20 ultra snapdragon replaced due to a bad board. I lost root and the new one came with bit 2, so Im screwed.
The only real problem is the hostpot tethering. I have flaky internet, so Id just plug my phone it, use the ethernet as a router and voila my whole house had internet.
However, I only have 5gb of month of this, and I can't hide it without editing build.props.
PDANET has been suggested but it doesn't do ethernet tethering.
Anyone got any ideas?
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Could you explain precisely what the problem is?
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Could you explain precisely what the problem is?
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I hook my phone up to an ethernet adapter and turn on the hot spot, which I then plug into the router. Everything works fine, the phones 5G is easily able to handle the whole house's internet.
However, I have 5gb of total data on that plan. Normally I would just buy more, but they don't offer more at my house. (no one @ t-mobile can explain why btw - I've been fighting that for 2 years).
So in the past, I edited one line in my build.props and was added an apn and was able to use all the data I wanted. @ high speed without it counting against my tethering.
Is there a way to do this without root?
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I hook my phone up to an ethernet adapter and turn on the hot spot, which I then plug into the router. Everything works fine, the phones 5G is easily able to handle the whole house's internet.
However, I have 5gb of total data on that plan. Normally I would just buy more, but they don't offer more at my house. (no one @ t-mobile can explain why btw - I've been fighting that for 2 years).
So in the past, I edited one line in my build.props and was added an apn and was able to use all the data I wanted. @ high speed without it counting against my tethering.
Is there a way to do this without root?
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Did I understand correctly that your cable ISP only allows access to specific devices, including your phone model, but not any router?
I don't understand this:
"I lost root and the new one came with bit 2, so Im screwed."
Why wouldn't you want to do root again using Magisk?
ze7zez said:
Did I understand correctly that your cable ISP only allows access to specific devices, including your phone model, but not any router?
I don't understand this:
"I lost root and the new one came with bit 2, so Im screwed."
Why wouldn't you want to do root again using Magisk?
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It's not my ISP. It's using the tethering on my phone, to provide internet to the house.
(my rooted phone died - warranty replaced - so the phone is gone) The new phone was already upgraded and couldn't be bootloader unlocked.