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Hello everyone,
I received an hTC m8 (Harman Kardon edition) as a gift. When I received the device, it was factory locked through Sprint Mobile. After a lot of research on internet and on this forum, I have unlocked it to use GSM services in India, and its working fine now.
But now the problem is it does not have the Tethering option. I want to tether my M8's internet connection with other devices but it has no option to enable WiFi tethering or anything. I have also tried a few third party tethering app from play store like(FoxFi, Wifi Tether, etc..) but had no luck. They all failed to start the hotspot and establish a connection.
Screenshot: http://imgur.com/Tl3dxzD
Please help me, how can I enable the tethering or internet sharing option on my device.
Device Specs:
1: Model no: 831C
2: Rooted and Unlocked
3: Android Version - 4.4.2
4: S/w Version - 1.54.654.13
Please help me and let me know if more details are required about my device.
Flash badboy or insert coin rom...
alshabab said:
Flash badboy or insert coin rom...
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Agree that a custom ROM is likely the easiest way to enable tethering.
Be sure to use one that supports the Sprint version M8.
Also, your firmware needs to be updated before running current ROMs.
redpoint73 said:
Agree that a custom ROM is likely the easiest way to enable tethering.
Be sure to use one that supports the Sprint version M8.
Also, your firmware needs to be updated before running current ROMs.
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Can you please suggest me one or give a link to download that ROM..
What do you say about "ViperOneM8 4.6.1"..?
gauravtalkin said:
Can you please suggest me one or give a link to download that ROM..
What do you say about "ViperOneM8 4.6.1"..?
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Post #2 above already suggested a couple ROMs.
Any ROM that supports the Sprint M8 should have tethering working. I'm not a fan of recommended certain ROMs. I'm not even a Sprint owner for one thing. But more importantly, ROM choice is a matter of personal choice. Its like asking me to pick a favorite color for you.
redpoint73 said:
Post #2 above already suggested a couple ROMs.
Any ROM that supports the Sprint M8 should have tethering working. I'm not a fan of recommended certain ROMs. I'm not even a Sprint owner for one thing. But more importantly, ROM choice is a matter of personal choice. Its like asking me to pick a favorite color for you.
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Thanks for the support redpoint73.
One more question is that you suggested me to flash a "custom ROM that supports the Sprint version M8", though I have an unlocked device, also sprint services are no longer being used as I am using services of Idea telecom in India and I suppose it can support global carriers now.. so is it mandatory to pick the Sprint version only or should I choose a global version.?
I have also read somewhere that sprint charges extra bucks to use its mobile data for tethering services, may be installing a sprint version ROM restricts that tethering option to appear (Just assuming, don't know much about these stuffs).
gauravtalkin said:
One more question is that you suggested me to flash a "custom ROM that supports the Sprint version M8", though I have an unlocked device, also sprint services are no longer being used as I am using services of Idea telecom in India and I suppose it can support global carriers now.. so is it mandatory to pick the Sprint version only or should I choose a global version.?
I have also read somewhere that sprint charges extra bucks to use its mobile data for tethering services, may be installing a sprint version ROM restricts that tethering option to appear (Just assuming, don't know much about these stuffs).
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A custom ROM that supports the Sprint M8 is not the same as a Sprint ROM (such as stock Sprint) or using the phone on the Sprint network.
Its absolutely important to pick a ROM that supports the Sprint M8 (or flash the kernel to get another ROM to work - more on that in the next paragraph). Whether or not the device was SIM unlocked, or even changing the ROM does not change the fact you have a "Sprint M8". There are significant differences between the Sprint and other M8 versions (and being SIM unlocked or flashing a ROM won't change it - actually nothing will) in that the partitioning and radios are different. In this way, your phone will always be a "Sprint version" M8. The difference is important to understand, not just for flashing ROMs; but if you decide to s-off the phone and flash another versions RUU or firmware, it won't work, and you may even brick the phone. So don't do it!!!
If you flash a ROM that doesn't specifically support the Sprint version, it won't boot. You may be able to get those ROMs to work by flashing the proper kernel, but you can probably find more discussion about that in the "Sprint" specific M8 forums, from other Sprint version users, etc.
Custom ROMs will almost always have tethering enabled. Even if it started as a Sprint-based ROM, the dev will most likely have removed the tethering restrictions. That's one of the things that makes these ROMs so great!
Install foxfi app...
alshabab said:
Install foxfi app...
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OP already stated he tried that, and it didn't work.
Your intent to help is appreciated. But please read the posts carefully, before posting a response what is not relevant.
LIKE IT SLEAKNESS, a lot of original dev options, easy ass rooting, good for running/sports? Any suggestions, with AT&T carrier preferably
You could look for a non-AT&T version of the s5 that doesn't have a locked bootloader.
audit13 said:
You could look for a non-AT&T version of the s5 that doesn't have a locked bootloader.
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I think only the ATT version has active (heart rate pedometer)?
Isn't that a standard Samsung app?
http://www.rogers.com/web/link/wire...&productType=normal&productId_Detailed=GS5BLK
I've got an N975U1 (i.e., US unlocked N10+) on T-Mobile. Sometimes new firmware for that model is not released OTA by T-Mobile, so I flash the XAA version manually. But if I understand correctly, I lose some features that way (e.g., VoLTE and RCS).
But if I were to flash a new firmware version using that version's BL ,AP, and CP files, but with a TMO CSC file taken from a previous firmware version (when the new firmware hasn't yet been released with the TMO CSC), would that work? And would it give me the missing TMO features?
If the answers are yes, then also, if I flash a subsequent firmware version using HOME_CSC (to keep my settings etc.), would I still keep all the TMO features at that point?
Gary02468 said:
I've got an N975U1 (i.e., US unlocked N10+) on T-Mobile. Sometimes new firmware for that model is not released OTA by T-Mobile, so I flash the XAA version manually. But if I understand correctly, I lose some features that way (e.g., VoLTE and RCS).
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You only loose the built in video calling in the dialer. VoLTE and RCS should work just fine.. T-Mobile is rather friendly towards bring your own devices and allowing access to all the features the network offers. This is in contrast to AT&T that provisions things like VoLTE (and other features) to devices they sell via a whitelist of IMEI numbers.
Gary02468 said:
But if I were to flash a new firmware version using that version's BL ,AP, and CP files, but with a TMO CSC file taken from a previous firmware version (when the new firmware hasn't yet been released with the TMO CSC), would that work? And would it give me the missing TMO features?
If the answers are yes, then also, if I flash a subsequent firmware version using HOME_CSC (to keep my settings etc.), would I still keep all the TMO features at that point?
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That will not work. You can't mix and match pieces of previous firmware versions with current firmware versions.
scottusa2008 said:
You only l[o]se the built in video calling in the dialer. VoLTE and RCS should work just fine.
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I just checked and the dialer does have a video-call icon. There's no setting anywhere for VolTE/HD-voice, so I'm not sure if it's enabled. I haven't tried RCS.
That will not work. You can't mix and match pieces of previous firmware versions with current firmware versions.
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Ok, thanks. Just for future reference, is there any other method for changing the CSC in order to obtain carrier-specific features with the unlocked firmware?
EDIT: I just saw another thread about this question. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10+/help/csc-change-t3983769
Gary02468 said:
I just checked and the dialer does have a video-call icon. There's no setting anywhere for VolTE/HD-voice, so I'm not sure if it's enabled. I haven't tried RCS.
Ok, thanks. Just for future reference, is there any other method for changing the CSC in order to obtain carrier-specific features with the unlocked firmware?
EDIT: I just saw another thread about this question. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10+/help/csc-change-t3983769
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Sorry, was typing the reply on my phone and the auto complete chose the wrong word.
No toggle will be present in the settings menu for VoLTE as it is automatically enabled. If you place a call and your data stays on LTE then your good to go. RCS should be available if your using Google Messages.
Not that I know of outside of flashing the USERDATA and CSC for the carrier in question. At that point you might as well run the N975U firmware for the carrier. If your going to flash the CSC or USERDATA from T-Mobile make sure it's the same firmware version as what your trying to flash with the U1 firmware.
I just got done changing my CSC from xar to att to get the latest on my unlocked note 10+, no issues here
scottusa2008 said:
At that point you might as well run the N975U firmware for the carrier. If you['re] going to flash the CSC or USERDATA from T-Mobile make sure it's the same firmware version as what your trying to flash with the U1 firmware.
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Yup, but the problem is that T-Mobile seems to lag in releasing new firmware, both for N975U and N975U1. That's why I've been flashing the N975U1 firmware manually.
appleknight said:
I just got done changing my CSC from xar to att to get the latest on my unlocked note 10+, no issues here
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What method did you use?
Gary02468 said:
What method did you use?
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I just removed my SIM, rebooted, changed it by *#272*IMEI#, checked for updates, there were actually two coming from XAR to ATT. Once the last update was done I just put my SIM back in and the phone rebooted on its own to change back to XAR. No wipe, no loss of any data. hope this helps!
I recently bought the new unlocked Samsung s20+ 5G BTS phone from the Samsung website. I currently have AT&T and because I live in a rural area the wifi calling and texting are a must. I have tried contacting AT&T and also Samsung to help get the wifi calling on my s20 but no dice. I am also currently new to this and in desperate need of help as I love the s20+. I don't want to have to use my note 9 because I spent money on my s20+.
Try *#*#4636#*#*
Phone info
Enable wifi calling
farookh said:
Try *#*#4636#*#*
Phone info
Enable wifi calling
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Thank you, I am going to try this now. I really appreciate it.
farookh said:
Try *#*#4636#*#*
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Unfortunately the slider to enable VoWIFI is greyed out.
I'm hardly the expert, but seems the the only option to get VoWIFI on the unlocked firmware is to...switch to T-Mobile. It's not just a matter of getting your IMEI registered either. I have an AT&T branded S20+ which I flashed to the unlocked firmware and still no VoWiFi for me. It was there on the AT&T firmware.
If it's a must, maybe flash the CSC or full firmware for AT&T using patched ODIN.
If you can wait a bit, I can confirm that WiFi calling can be enabled on the unlocked S20+ on AT&T on OneUI 3.0/Android 11. It was a pleasant surprise.
I can confirm that WiFi calling DOES work on OneUI 3.0/Android 11 for AT&T. Take that AT&T!!
I will warn you if you attempt this that it was a real PITA to flash back to BTIF to make this happen. My phone just didn't want to take the flash. I had to try several different versions of ODIN before it finally took.
The only thing left that doesn't work is video calling. I don't care about that though as the rest of my family is all Apple addicts so I have to use Duo any way.
Flash U1 firmware and then flash your carrier CSC. I'm running W Rogers CSC on U1 firmware and I have 5G, spam reporting, wifi calling and volte
ChongoDroid said:
Flash U1 firmware and then flash your carrier CSC. I'm running W Rogers CSC on U1 firmware and I have 5G, spam reporting, wifi calling and volte
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Thank you so much, is there a tutorial or guide to help me do that. I'm still new to this. lol I really appreciate your help. Thank you.
Malnilion said:
If you can wait a bit, I can confirm that WiFi calling can be enabled on the unlocked S20+ on AT&T on OneUI 3.0/Android 11. It was a pleasant surprise.
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Oh really? I suppose I can wait a bit, do you have a rough time estimate for this to happen?
koley15 said:
Oh really? I suppose I can wait a bit, do you have a rough time estimate for this to happen?
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Whenever Samsung releases the first public version of Android 11. At the rate they're going in the beta, I'd be shocked if it is not released by the end of the year. My guess would be by early December. You can hop into the beta, but it's not exactly for the faint of heart if you missed your chance to enroll in their official program. If you're not comfortable flashing phones and/or don't want to wipe your data and start over, I'd wait.
koley15 said:
Thank you so much, is there a tutorial or guide to help me do that. I'm still new to this. lol I really appreciate your help. Thank you.
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Basically when you flash firmware in Odin just plug in the Canadian firmwares csc and flash it along with.
Might not work with all firmwares but I've mixed u1/u/w firmwares.
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Wifi calling is working on Rogers on the 3.0 update Android 11
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So flashed the OneUI 3.0/Android 11, and sure enough the wifi calling and text is working like a dream. lol
ChongoDroid said:
Flash U1 firmware and then flash your carrier CSC. I'm running W Rogers CSC on U1 firmware and I have 5G, spam reporting, wifi calling and volte
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ChongoDroid said:
Basically when you flash firmware in Odin just plug in the Canadian firmwares csc and flash it along with.
Might not work with all firmwares but I've mixed u1/u/w firmwares.
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Wifi calling is working on Rogers on the 3.0 update Android 11
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+1 10 months out from a fellow Rogers customer.
I flashed the U1 FW out of box a year ago as I just didn't want any Rogers bloat. 5G was starting out at the time and I never noticed since LTE/LTE+ was sufficient for my usage. It was only when I upgrade my sister's iPhone that I noticed we had 5G in the area.
It's showing as RWC/RWC/XAC/RWC now though. And sw update is showing registration failed
Edit: Reflashed the U1 Home CSC looks to have resolved it. Got 5G and Rogers features and back to XAA/XAA/XAC
I was trying to flash official zip from lolinet. I got a moto g fast carrier locked from boost mobile, bootloader unlocked tho. To see if I can remove the software variant "boost". Obviously to use it with my current carrier Metro. But I accidentally....(yeah right)! LOL. I ended up flashing in a blink the zip file
RAV_RETAIL_11_RPJ31.Q4U-47-35. and now, I got my self a moto g8 with android 11. Let me tell you. ITS AMAZING....some screenshots...
Got a link to where to download this firmware? The latest RetUS firmware on lolinet is still Android 10.
Does Android 11 on G Fast support WiFi calling?
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/rav/official/RETAIL/RAV_RETAIL_11_RPJ31.Q4U-47-35_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
That's the link from lolinet.
I have been exploring the device. (Hidden menu/settings, secrets codes) and I do see wifi calling native. But when I start the "action" it just opens up an empty white screen from settings that sais wifi calling preferences...
But no option to select....at all.
maybe cause my carrier doesn't support this mode?
moubuntu27 said:
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/rav/official/RETAIL/RAV_RETAIL_11_RPJ31.Q4U-47-35_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip
That's the link from lolinet.
I have been exploring the device. (Hidden menu/settings, secrets codes) and I do see wifi calling native. But when I start the "action" it just opens up an empty white screen from settings that sais wifi calling preferences...
But no option to select....at all.
maybe cause my carrier doesn't support this mode?
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I was too lazy to change my phone to RETAIL channel. Looks like Android 11 has now come to RETUS channel.
The firmware now includes a super.img_sparsechunk.15 file. I cut and pasted stock firmware flash instructions and failed to notice that it didn't flash this file and my phone boot looped. I redid the flash with all 15 sparsechunk files and now my phone works on Android 11!
I haven't made any calls yet. Call quality has been absolutely abysmal with Boost thus far, presumably due to lack of WiFi calling.
moubuntu27 said:
I was trying to flash official zip from lolinet. I got a moto g fast carrier locked from boost mobile, bootloader unlocked tho. To see if I can remove the software variant "boost". Obviously to use it with my current carrier Metro. But I accidentally....(yeah right)! LOL. I ended up flashing in a blink the zip file
RAV_RETAIL_11_RPJ31.Q4U-47-35. and now, I got my self a moto g8 with android 11. Let me tell you. ITS AMAZING....some screenshots...
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you have a moto g fast boost mobile, with the bootloader unlocked, you wanted to free it to use with metro, flash that rom and my question is, did you manage to free it? I have the same motorola g fast, I'm in Venezuela and I don't know what to do. can you help me release it?
frankrudess said:
you have a moto g fast boost mobile, with the bootloader unlocked, you wanted to free it to use with metro, flash that rom and my question is, did you manage to free it? I have the same motorola g fast, I'm in Venezuela and I don't know what to do. can you help me release it?
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Yes I have a moto g facking boost mobile. There is no way of sim unlock this thing. Only sprint can do it. I'm on the latest ResurrectionRemixOS. And is, thus, trust me on this, the only ROM that fits my needs. I can do all and stil boot it up. No issues.
I'm on the latest TWRP recovery. Like flashed on memory....
Oh yeah and im under T-Mobile APN downloads are 50mb+ EVERYWHERE.
Stock Rom from boost mobile is horrible
moubuntu27 said:
Yes I have a moto g facking boost mobile. There is no way of sim unlock this thing. Only sprint can do it. I'm on the latest ResurrectionRemixOS. And is, thus, trust me on this, the only ROM that fits my needs. I can do all and stil boot it up. No issues.
I'm on the latest TWRP recovery. Like flashed on memory....
Oh yeah and im under T-Mobile APN downloads are 50mb+ EVERYWHERE.
Stock Rom from boost mobile is horrible
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Do you guarantee that by changing the rom I can unlock my phone?