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Has anyone been able to get 4G service working for the Mix 2 on verizon. I have googled and entered in all the APN's I could find. I keep getting the error message Access Point Name settings are not available for this user. I can get 3g service to work just by inputting vzwinternet and leaving everything else undefined, but I cant get it connected to 4G. Any help would be greatly appreciated
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Has anyone been able to get 4G service working for the Mix 2 on verizon. I have googled and entered in all the APN's I could find. I keep getting the error message Access Point Name settings are not available for this user. I can get 3g service to work just by inputting vzwinternet and leaving everything else undefined, but I cant get it connected to 4G. Any help would be greatly appreciated
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Hello...Yes. Verizon LTE works fine.
If you have the APN set correctly, try going into the testing menu (Dialer -- > *#*# 4636 #*#* --> Phone Information 1/2 --> ), entering whichever "Phone Information" relates to the Verizon SIM in use, and manually switching off the "Cellular Radio Power" setting (you may have to toggle it twice as it likes to turn itself back on)...waiting 20 seconds or so...and then switching the radio power back on. I can absolutely confirm that LTE on Verizon works fine though there does seem to be some funniness with respect to the Mi Mix 2's radio firmware when it has a CDMA SIM installed.
flyer_andy said:
Hello...Yes. Verizon LTE works fine.
If you have the APN set correctly, try going into the testing menu (Dialer -- > *#*# 4636 #*#* --> Phone Information 1/2 --> ), entering whichever "Phone Information" relates to the Verizon SIM in use, and manually switching off the "Cellular Radio Power" setting (you may have to toggle it twice as it likes to turn itself back on)...waiting 20 seconds or so...and then switching the radio power back on. I can absolutely confirm that LTE on Verizon works fine though there does seem to be some funniness with respect to the Mi Mix 2's radio firmware when it has a CDMA SIM installed.
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Do you mind sharing what APN you used? I tried toggling Cellular Radio Power but the APN settings still won't save. I entered in the settings shown below and then I get this message shown below
unbakedfive said:
Do you mind sharing what APN you used? I tried toggling Cellular Radio Power but the APN settings still won't save. I entered in the settings shown below and then I get this message shown below
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Arghhhh...how frustrating. The APN I'm using is "vzwinternet" so it's the same as the one you'd mentioned above...plus the LTE connection should work (though it may be inactive) even with the wrong APN.
I did run into this exact same scenario when I was messing around with two Verizon SIMs just for testing purposes and it seemed like the radio toggle worked...maybe keep trying it...and doing some reboots and stuff? The only other thing I can think of is maybe trying a GSM SIM temporarily (AT&T or T-Mobile) in place of your Verizon SIM to sort of "reset" it...and then putting your Verizon SIM back in...the other possibility is toggling the network types a bit in the testing menu? Mine's on LTE/CDMA/UMTS (auto) but maybe try going to CDMA only...LTE/CDMA auto...etc. to see if you can kick the radio in the butt a bit. I swear the Mi Mix 2 can connect to all of Verizon's LTE bands just fine...I've definitely seen mine on B13, 4, and 2...so it really can work...but there's some weird thing going on in the firmware that creates this issue I believe. I also had it when I first put my Verizon SIM in though a reboot initially fixed it...sounds like yours is more persistent...
Also - try untoggling VoLTE both in the Dual SIM menu and the testing menu - I think sometimes these dual SIM phones have some issues with VoLTE sort of holding the LTE connection "hostage," even if only for emergency calls...though this is just speculation. My old Axon 7 from ZTE had this same sort of issue from time to time.
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unbakedfive said:
Do you mind sharing what APN you used? I tried toggling Cellular Radio Power but the APN settings still won't save. I entered in the settings shown below and then I get this message shown below
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Oh! One other thing - did you try moving your Verizon SIM into the other SIM slot in the tray? Maybe that might help...
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Arghhhh...how frustrating. The APN I'm using is "vzwinternet" so it's the same as the one you'd mentioned above...plus the LTE connection should work (though it may be inactive) even with the wrong APN.
I did run into this exact same scenario when I was messing around with two Verizon SIMs just for testing purposes and it seemed like the radio toggle worked...maybe keep trying it...and doing some reboots and stuff? The only other thing I can think of is maybe trying a GSM SIM temporarily (AT&T or T-Mobile) in place of your Verizon SIM to sort of "reset" it...and then putting your Verizon SIM back in...the other possibility is toggling the network types a bit in the testing menu? Mine's on LTE/CDMA/UMTS (auto) but maybe try going to CDMA only...LTE/CDMA auto...etc. to see if you can kick the radio in the butt a bit. I swear the Mi Mix 2 can connect to all of Verizon's LTE bands just fine...I've definitely seen mine on B13, 4, and 2...so it really can work...but there's some weird thing going on in the firmware that creates this issue I believe. I also had it when I first put my Verizon SIM in though a reboot initially fixed it...sounds like yours is more persistent...
Also - try untoggling VoLTE both in the Dual SIM menu and the testing menu - I think sometimes these dual SIM phones have some issues with VoLTE sort of holding the LTE connection "hostage," even if only for emergency calls...though this is just speculation. My old Axon 7 from ZTE had this same sort of issue from time to time.
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Oh! One other thing - did you try moving your Verizon SIM into the other SIM slot in the tray? Maybe that might help...
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I fixed it by flashing the developer ROM. As soon as I installed it all of the Verizon APNs came up and I was able to connect to 4G. Thanks for all your help.
unbakedfive said:
I fixed it by flashing the developer ROM. As soon as I installed it all of the Verizon APNs came up and I was able to connect to 4G. Thanks for all your help.
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I have been waiting to purchase the Mi Mix 2 for confirmation of Verizon 4g compatibility, as it seems you guys have just confirmed. So thanks for that! Also, what are you referring to by the "developer ROM"? I see there's an EU rom available
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I have been waiting to purchase the Mi Mix 2 for confirmation of Verizon 4g compatibility, as it seems you guys have just confirmed. So thanks for that! Also, what are you referring to by the "developer ROM"? I see there's an EU rom available
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http://en.miui.com/download-334.html If you look here there is a stable ROM and a developer rom.
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http://en.miui.com/download-334.html If you look here there is a stable ROM and a developer rom.
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Does the bootloader need to be unlocked &/or TWRP installed to move from factory stable to the Developer ROM,or,just follow the guide in the link you provided?
With my previous Xioami devices,I never used the Dev ROMs,went straight to the Bootloader unlock > TWRP> Root > ROM of your choice route,so,just wanna get the methodology correct before proceeding.
Thanks.
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Does the bootloader need to be unlocked &/or TWRP installed to move from factory stable to the Developer ROM,or,just follow the guide in the link you provided?
With my previous Xioami devices,I never used the Dev ROMs,went straight to the Bootloader unlock > TWRP> Root > ROM of your choice route,so,just wanna get the methodology correct before proceeding.
Thanks.
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No you don't need bootloader unlock to switch to the beta ROMs. You just need to download the relevant zip file and place it in a particular folder on your SD card (downloaded_rom) and then run the update manually from the settings menu. The instructions at the following URL work quite well except that I just downloaded the zip file directly to my SD card from the browser versus using a computer and then transferring it with a USB cable.
http://en.miui.com/a-232.html
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No you don't need bootloader unlock to switch to the beta ROMs. You just to download the relevant zip file and place it in a particular folder on your SD card and then run the update manually from the settings menu.
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THX, downloading the Dev ROM now....
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unbakedfive said:
I fixed it by flashing the developer ROM. As soon as I installed it all of the Verizon APNs came up and I was able to connect to 4G. Thanks for all your help.
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Though the developer Rom may fix the problem, I'm wondering if the Mi Mix 2's dual SIM setup is as buggy as the ZTE Axon 7's when trying to get Verizon CDMA working. With the Axon 7, you had to set it up initially with a working GSM Sim in slot 1, before you could switch over to a Verizon SIM and get it to hold the new APN and function properly. The Axon 7 was also configured such that your CDMA SIM must be in slot 1. It would not work at all in SIM slot 2. I'm thinking that these Chinese made dual sim slots may be birds made of the same feather.
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Though the developer Rom may fix the problem, I'm wondering if the Mi Mix 2's dual SIM setup is as buggy as the ZTE Axon 7's when trying to get Verizon CDMA working. With the Axon 7, you had to set it up initially with a working GSM Sim in slot 1, before you could switch over to a Verizon SIM and get it to hold the new APN and function properly. The Axon 7 was also configured such that your CDMA SIM must be in slot 1. It would not work at all in SIM slot 2. I'm thinking that these Chinese made dual sim slots may be birds made of the same feather.
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Hello...I have an Axon 7 A2017U and a Mi Mix 2...I'd say the Mi Mix 2 is a bit better in this respect (I ran Verizon on my Axon 7 as well). But, I did have some of the same issues as the OP when I initially put my Verizon SIM in and a reboot and radio settings dance seemed to fix it.
However, the Mi Mix 2 generally does not have the CDMA roaming issue that the Axon 7 had, nor the '123456' carrier issue that the Axon 7 had (i.e., it shows Verizon on 3G and 1X).
So, there is some of the oddities that I ran into with the Axon still sort of present in the Mix 2 but it's not bad...I think it's related to VoLTE but that's just a guess...but all in all the Mi Mix 2 does work a bit better than the Axon 7 did with Verizon...though I never had a great deal of trouble running Verizon on the Axon 7, admittedly...I think some people had a lot more difficulty than I did for some reason.
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Though the developer Rom may fix the problem, I'm wondering if the Mi Mix 2's dual SIM setup is as buggy as the ZTE Axon 7's when trying to get Verizon CDMA working. With the Axon 7, you had to set it up initially with a working GSM Sim in slot 1, before you could switch over to a Verizon SIM and get it to hold the new APN and function properly. The Axon 7 was also configured such that your CDMA SIM must be in slot 1. It would not work at all in SIM slot 2. I'm thinking that these Chinese made dual sim slots may be birds made of the same feather.
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Oh! And one more thing...you can use either SIM slot 1 *or* 2 in the Mi Mix 2 for Verizon...you can actually run two CDMA SIMs but they won't be able to work at the same time...only one will get calls and texts.
When you loaded the Developer ROM did it wipe all the exisiting data and accounts on the phone.
I just spent two days setting the phone up, don't want to do that again.
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When you loaded the Developer ROM did it wipe all the exisiting data and accounts on the phone.
I just spent two days setting the phone up, don't want to do that again.
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Yes,going from the stock official ROM to the Developer ROM will wipe everything.
Same here, basically just finished setting up & get to do it again.
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Yes,going from the stock official ROM to the Developer ROM will wipe everything.
Same here, basically just finished setting up & get to do it again.
Did the backup restore anything from the cloud.
I have backed up everything to the mi cloud.
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FSB said:
KOLIOSIS said:
Yes,going from the stock official ROM to the Developer ROM will wipe everything.
Same here, basically just finished setting up & get to do it again.
Did the backup restore anything from the cloud.
I have backed up everything to the mi cloud.
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I didn't use Mi Cloud, or, any cloud backup service.
I just manually set up, after disabling as much Mi/MIUI bloat/snoopware as possible.
Most of my needs are met when I log in to Google. The rest is just downloading apps & installing Nova Launcher Prime.
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I may wait then, would prefer a global ROM
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Hello...I have an Axon 7 A2017U and a Mi Mix 2...I'd say the Mi Mix 2 is a bit better in this respect (I ran Verizon on my Axon 7 as well). But, I did have some of the same issues as the OP when I initially put my Verizon SIM in and a reboot and radio settings dance seemed to fix it.
However, the Mi Mix 2 generally does not have the CDMA roaming issue that the Axon 7 had, nor the '123456' carrier issue that the Axon 7 had (i.e., it shows Verizon on 3G and 1X).
So, there is some of the oddities that I ran into with the Axon still sort of present in the Mix 2 but it's not bad...I think it's related to VoLTE but that's just a guess...but all in all the Mi Mix 2 does work a bit better than the Axon 7 did with Verizon...though I never had a great deal of trouble running Verizon on the Axon 7, admittedly...I think some people had a lot more difficulty than I did for some reason.
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Oh! And one more thing...you can use either SIM slot 1 *or* 2 in the Mi Mix 2 for Verizon...you can actually run two CDMA SIMs but they won't be able to work at the same time...only one will get calls and texts.
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Great post! This is really good to know, since I will be running a GSM and CDMA Sim simultaneously in the Mix 2, just like I did in my Axon 7. My Axon was very slow and flakey switching between Sims and yea, that 123456 carrier thing was for the birds. The other issue with the Axon 7 was cellular signal strength. I was getting 5 to 15 db lower signal strength everywhere and since it didn't have LTE band 12 for T-mobiles 700 Mhz channel, the in building reception was even worse. How are you finding the signal reception with the Mix 2?
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Great post! This is really good to know, since I will be running a GSM and CDMA Sim simultaneously in the Mix 2, just like I did in my Axon 7. My Axon was very slow and flakey switching between Sims and yea, that 123456 carrier thing was for the birds. The other issue with the Axon 7 was cellular signal strength. I was getting 5 to 15 db lower signal strength everywhere and since it didn't have LTE band 12 for T-mobiles 700 Mhz channel, the in building reception was even worse. How are you finding the signal reception with the Mix 2?
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Hm...my Axon 7 did have band 12 support - did you have an A2017U?
As far as the signal strength, on CDMA/EvDO and also LTE I do notice about a 3-5 dBm increase in the signal in the Mi Mix 2 vs. the Axon 7 (pictured below - Mi Mix 2 on left, Axon 7 on right...opposite in the last two pictures in case positioning had an effect on signal). Of course, the test is highly unscientific! But, yes...there does seem to be a bit better reception which maybe is due to the use of ceramic vs. metal? Not sure...or just better engineering or modem firmware optimization...not sure.
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Hm...my Axon 7 did have band 12 support - did you have an A2017U?
As far as the signal strength, on CDMA/EvDO and also LTE I do notice about a 3-5 dBm increase in the signal in the Mi Mix 2 vs. the Axon 7 (pictured below - Mi Mix 2 on left, Axon 7 on right...opposite in the last two pictures in case positioning had an effect on signal). Of course, the test is highly unscientific! But, yes...there does seem to be a bit better reception which maybe is due to the use of ceramic vs. metal? Not sure...or just better engineering or modem firmware optimization...not sure.
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Yes, that's the model. I guess I was confusing it with one of my other phones. The LG V20 I used right after selling the Axon 7 had WAY better reception indoors so I thought it was a band 12 issue. I think the Snapdragon 835 chip with the X16 modem does a better job of optimization in the Mix 2, but I don't know if it has all the hardware- like 4 antenna mimo- for LTE CA. The ceramic is certainly more transparent to cell signals than the Axons metal chassis. Thanks for your informal "scientific" study.
Is there anyone out there that can assure me the OnePlus 5t i am getting direct from them will connect to AT&T LTE all bands? I am porting my number after I pick it up from FedEx and if this issue is still ongoing I will not pick up the package but have it sent back. I don't want to port my number from another carrier to AT&T or I will be stuck since I am coming from Verizon.
Thanks
dlmartin said:
Is there anyone out there that can assure me the OnePlus 5t i am getting direct from them will connect to AT&T LTE all bands? I am porting my number after I pick it up from FedEx and if this issue is still ongoing I will not pick up the package but have it sent back. I don't want to port my number from another carrier to AT&T or I will be stuck since I am coming from Verizon.
Thanks
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You won't have any problems with GSM carriers. OP5t supports all bands for those. I'm using mine on ATT in New Hampshire and it works normally. On some custom ROMs you might need to play with the APN a bit but on stock it worked fine out of the box. VoLTE and Wifi Calling will not work, even if you enable the settings with a Magisk module, however, so don't count on that.
Yes. I can also attest, works just fine on AT&T LTE.
Works fine on AT&T
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Works fine on ATT, but be prepared to deal with ATT support as this device isn't officially LTE certified. When you give ATT your IMEI, you will likely be limited to a HSPA+ connection and see H+ instead of LTE on your status bar. My OnePlus One worked just fine, but I needed a new sim for my OnePlus 5T and took over a dozen calls to ATT support to finally actually get LTE on my phone... but as more and more people get their phones activated on ATT it will probably become less and less of a PITA.
LTE+ actually shows several times for me on the 5t, but as others have said LTE works fine. I didn't have any problems getting LTE with mine. Switches sims and pulled LTE immediately
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Works fine on ATT, but be prepared to deal with ATT support as this device isn't officially LTE certified. When you give ATT your IMEI, you will likely be limited to a HSPA+ connection and see H+ instead of LTE on your status bar. My OnePlus One worked just fine, but I needed a new sim for my OnePlus 5T and took over a dozen calls to ATT support to finally actually get LTE on my phone... but as more and more people get their phones activated on ATT it will probably become less and less of a PITA.
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Just take the sim card out of your old phone and put it in the 5T and you should get the same service you got before
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Woking fine on ATT LTE for my 5T. I popped my sim from my 6P and put it in the 5T. LTE came right up. As others have mentioned, I've read that the issue is that ATT is a prick about unlocked non-ATT phones. Just give them the IMEI of your old phone when porting over and it should be fine.
This is my experience during the last week:
Went to the ATT store , Clinton, Connecticut, bought new sim and activated my brand new 5T. Only got H+. I have an extra att phone, I put the bought and activated att sim from the oneplus in it. But I only get H+ on that phone. So I plan to go to att store and ask them to activate lte on that old phone. Now when I put the sim back into the oneplus . All I got was H+. In other words, what imei will it be for my oneplus? I would assume it will be the old phone imei since the sim was activated on it. I am kind of one track mind about lte, because I had trouble sending pictures over H+. I don't know why I seemed to have problem when other oneplus owners seemed to fix their lte easily. I have spent hours at the ATT store and the tech and manage Mike swore that they cannot help me. They referred to ATT tech support because my 5T is not recognized by ATT network.
PS. I took the 5t to the att store and bought the sim from them. They activated the oneplus imei so that might be the original problem. I really need to fix this.
AT&T can fix it. It's a HUGE pain, but it can be done. Do you have another phone on your account with the same size sim and LTE? My argument to ATT was this:
My wife has a S7 and gets LTE coverage. Phones side by side, the 5T states H+. I take the sim out of the S7 and put it in the 5T and boom LTE.
Support finally did something with the IMEI and ICCID on my account. After two reboots (no idea why two boots unless whatever he tried first didn't work), I got LTE with my sim on ATT. Don't bother with an ATT store as they have proven to be completely worthless. It's not an 'uncommon' problem. Keep contacting support until you get someone who can help you.
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Just take the sim card out of your old phone and put it in the 5T and you should get the same service you got before
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I would have done that, but the OnePlus One has a micro sim and the OnePlus 5T has a nano sim.
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AT&T can fix it. It's a HUGE pain, but it can be done. Do you have another phone on your account with the same size sim and LTE? My argument to ATT was this:
My wife has a S7 and gets LTE coverage. Phones side by side, the 5T states H+. I take the sim out of the S7 and put it in the 5T and boom LTE.
Support finally did something with the IMEI and ICCID on my account. After two reboots (no idea why two boots unless whatever he tried first didn't work), I got LTE with my sim on ATT. Don't bother with an ATT store as they have proven to be completely worthless. It's not an 'uncommon' problem. Keep contacting support until you get someone who can help you.
I would have done that, but the OnePlus One has a micro sim and the OnePlus 5T has a nano sim.
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That was exactly my problem. I cannot believe the ATT store cannot and or would not fix it for me. Anyway I ordered a new sim for my number directly from
ATT and it worked for me. As the ATT tech support said the ATT store sim was for the wrong ICCID. Hope this helps someone.
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55mb/s consistently on Straight Talk (Using At&t's towers) in Chicago. Shouldn't be a problem at all. Verizon on the other hand
Came from Unlocked Note20 Ultra which I had zero issues with cellular reception on Verizon.
Bought the Unlocked Z Fold3 and have terrible cellular reception in nearly all places I never had issues on the Note20 Ultra.
Are the antenna bands different?
Is the new metal back or frame drastically reducing range?
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Came from Unlocked Note20 Ultra which I had zero issues with cellular reception on Verizon.
Bought the Unlocked Z Fold3 and have terrible cellular reception in nearly all places I never had issues on the Note20 Ultra.
Are the antenna bands different?
Is the new metal back or frame drastically reducing range?
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You got a bad phone. No issues on mine, same as S21ULTRA, and note 20
Try to change your SIM. It helped me.
I also changed the N20U to the FZ3 and I did not notice anything like that. I think the FZ3 has an even better coverage than the Note.
The only difference is that it switches more often from LTE to 3G, thus VoLTE turns off. But it's generally very good.
BTW WiFi coverage is much better.
I'm having the same type of issues. T-mobile here in areas where I had solid 5G or LTE I either have no service or it flips to edge/lte/5g. Probably going to send it back at this point.
Im tmobile and all is the same or better then my notw 10 plus was.
I did get a new sim card for 5g
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Im tmobile and all is the same or better then my notw 10 plus was.
I did get a new sim card for 5g
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I used the new sim card from Samsung as well R15. I had T-Mobile do a reset from their end and I did a factor reset and didn't use smart switch this time. I'm going to be traveling today so we'll see if it happens again. Fingers crossed.
T-Mobile in north Texas. I'm getting the same results as my Note 10+ did, using the same sim. 5G data is very fast. May be an issue with yours.
Can we say either way about the cellular performance?
Has anyone seen a video comparing F2 vs F3 cellular performance?
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I used the new sim card from Samsung as well R15. I had T-Mobile do a reset from their end and I did a factor reset and didn't use smart switch this time. I'm going to be traveling today so we'll see if it happens again. Fingers crossed.
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Don't use SmartSwitch if migrating to a different device or OS version... its not that smart.
Probably ok for migrating just your contacts though.
Next reload on my 10+ I'll test it same to same and see how it does. Definitely don't use it to back up critical data though... remember Kies?
AT&T in N Texas, from N20U to ZF3...Same. I get some network issues occasionally.
You might need a new sim, I'm thinking about doing that myself.
My fold is also the unlocked from Sammy.
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AT&T in N Texas, from N20U to ZF3...Same. I get some network issues occasionally.
You might need a new sim, I'm thinking about doing that myself.
My fold is also the unlocked from Sammy.
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New sim, install yourself, handle it like a stick of ram.
ESD can damage it; very little built in out of circuit protection. Most phone store salespeople handle them extremely carelessly... you pay the price when it fails sometimes even months, years latter. Most sim cards fail because of previous ESD exposure just like ram sticks.
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New sim, install yourself, handle it like a stick of ram.
ESD can damage it; very little built in out of circuit protection. Most phone store salespeople handle them extremely carelessly... you pay the price when it fails sometimes even months, years latter. Most sim cards fail because of previous ESD exposure just like ram sticks.
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Oh, I'm familiar. Build computers before, always upgrade my RAM myself, and have 3 Pi's running 3D printers. But that info is always helpful to someone.
I've noticed this too in low coverage areas. My oneplus 7t
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Don't use SmartSwitch if migrating to a different device or OS version... its not that smart.
Probably ok for migrating just your contacts though.
Next reload on my 10+ I'll test it same to same and see how it does. Definitely don't use it to back up critical data though... remember Kies?
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Why not? I used smart switch with no issues at all. Transferred everything from my oneplus 7t to the z fold 3. All it does is transfer general data and install the apk files that were on your previous data partition. It doesn't transfer any device specific apps or files.
Please back up your comments with reason and/or experience so you don't have people questioning things that they then have to spend ample time looking up
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Oh, I'm familiar. Build computers before, always upgrade my RAM myself, and have 3 Pi's running 3D printers. But that info is always helpful to someone.
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Lots of needlessly destroyed ram sticks out there...
Sims may have some input protection but you see how small they are.
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I've noticed this too in low coverage areas. My oneplus 7t
Why not? I used smart switch with no issues at all. Transferred everything from my oneplus 7t to the z fold 3. All it does is transfer general data and install the apk files that were on your previous data partition. It doesn't transfer any device specific apps or files.
Please back up your comments with reason and/or experience so you don't have people questioning things that they then have to spend ample time looking up
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I've seen it screw up myself with contacts.
Seen it's predecessor Kies screw up.
If it works, fine, but don't rely on it.
It can save home settings, themes, etc and that can cause issues especially between devices.
Don't kill the messenger... others here have had trouble with it as well
It is not clear to me whether all problem are with 5G reception, 4G, or switching between the two.
I'm having terrible reception issues with my Z3. My network keeps shutting off and on. USA Verizon.
I have to undo what I wrote early. The Z3 has serious coverage problem. Very often, the signal goes missing, or the 3G-4G-5G networks switch like crazy
Broken record poster asks if this is a VZW problem in the US, or a bigger problem?
Also, there are problems with the phone folded or open?
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T-Mobile in north Texas. I'm getting the same results as my Note 10+ did, using the same sim. 5G data is very fast. May be an issue with yours.
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Depending on my testing
I made a call and got a message that my phone would no longer work on their network since they are upgrading things. This phone isn't that old. I wonder if their system doesn't recognize it. The lady said their system was showing it was a 2g phone so I told her it handles 4g. She said on Cricket it's only able to use 3g. Does anyone know if this is true. I don't trust some operator in another country reading off a script. It sounded like they want everyone to buy phones from their website. I can't imagine a relatively new phone not having the right band. Maybe there is a setting I need to tweak or flash onto my phone if I'm only using 3g on Cricket. I'm sure I've seen my antenna say LTE. Or maybe Cricket is screening out non Cricket phones.
Check it's specs.
If it supports the needed 4G bands it may need to be reconfigured. I haven't a clue how to do that.
Maybe Access point names but it may go deeper than that.
I'm going to google and see exactly what specs Cricket will require. I think you're right and maybe something to reconfigure. I can't imagine Cricket shutting off tons of new ish phones just because they aren't bought from Cricket. Ran a speed test now and got 2.77mbps download and 8.49mbps upload. I am showing LTE now which means I'm not on 3g as she was saying now. I bet it's a sales gimmick to scare less savy folks. What mean loose phone signal in Feb hehehe.
Edit: I was on wifi when I got the message so maybe when I phone is on wifi and not using their LTE network it doesn't detect anything which is why they told me I have a 2g phone. When I shut off wifi LTE popped right up so it's probably a glitch in their way of informing us.
Edit2: Spoke to a tech at Cricket and he said my phone currently isn't compatible with them aaahahahhaha dumb. I told him I'm currently using it on LTE just fine no issues. He didn't have anything to say when I asked him since I'm not using 3g then it shouldn't affect me. He just said he wants me to have great service so buy another phone from Cricket. BS
Only HD1905 works
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I have HD1907 and it's currently working on LTE. Are you referring to not working in the future or currently working?
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I have HD1907 and it's currently working on LTE. Are you referring to not working in the future or currently working?
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Not working in the future. Here is the list of devices can work after Feb 2022.
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Not working in the future. Here is the list of devices can work after Feb 2022.
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That link keeps rerouting to an ATT samsung S21 advertisment. I'll try to google the list
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That link keeps rerouting to an ATT samsung S21 advertisment. I'll try to google the list
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See the attachment above
Yes I
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Yes I was able to download that list when I googled. Judging by what it said these are phones that are tested and will work, not so much that other phones won't work. My phone was originally branded for Tmobile so I'm sure they wouldn't have tested it but it would have only had a different OS with Tmobile bloatware which I took off. The cricket people said their LTE isn't changing so I shouldn't have an issue but it will be interesting to find out. They must have just been looking at this list which is why they said my phone currently isn't compatible.
Funny this was asked but no answer given from ATT. I'll keep googling
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I read a discussion here from 2019 someone else asked and the different variants are by region as they usually are for the different LTE frequencies. 1905 is North American, 1907 is Tmobile in North America so I would imagine my LTE frequency is still going to be fine. Those that bought Chinese phones etc probably not.
This is weird. The current ad for it on Amazon says it's currently not compatible with ATT and Cricket. I wonder if me flashing another OS for North America or USA I forget is why it works fine? Maybe I'm screwed hehe
*** NOTE: Due to changes with AT&T and Cricket, this phone currently cannot be used on AT&T/Cricket. Compatible with T-Mobile and all GSM Networks along with their compatible MVNO networks such as Red Pocket GSM, Ultra Mobile, Mint Mobile, Ting GSM, Google FI and many others. This phone is NOT compatible with Verizon, Cricket or AT&T. Please verify with your network to ensure complete compatibility.
Spoke to a tech at Cricket and he said my phone currently isn't compatible with them
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I work at a prepaid carrier store (not Cricket) and am having to tell customers the same thing. It's not just about if your phone has the radios necessary, they have to have the IMEI approved in their system and if it's not then you can possibly escalate to someone who can help get it approved but you probably won't get very far. I can't activate my own OnePlus device with my company either, even though it's currently running on our parent network. I have spoken with internal support folks about it multiple times and have gotten nowhere so I gave up.
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Believe it. It sucks and it sounds insane but it's really happening. For me? I have to tell everyone with a Samsung Galaxy S5-S10 that they have to buy a new phone to be compatible with our new network changes. And I can tell you here that it's (probably) not the sales rep lying to you to make a commission sale, our tools are indeed forcing us to do that.
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I work at a prepaid carrier store (not Cricket) and am having to tell customers the same thing. It's not just about if your phone has the radios necessary, they have to have the IMEI approved in their system and if it's not then you can possibly escalate to someone who can help get it approved but you probably won't get very far. I can't activate my own OnePlus device with my company either, even though it's currently running on our parent network. I have spoken with internal support folks about it multiple times and have gotten nowhere so I gave up.
Believe it. It sucks and it sounds insane but it's really happening. For me? I have to tell everyone with a Samsung Galaxy S5-S10 that they have to buy a new phone to be compatible with our new network changes. And I can tell you here that it's (probably) not the sales rep lying to you to make a commission sale, our tools are indeed forcing us to do that.
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I'm just wondering why they are saying my phone currently isn't compatible when it obviously is. It works great. Even streams HD in an instant on Crickets network. Corporations aren't super efficient at checking all things under the sun. They are just checking phones they approve. They told me the same thing that my imei currently doesn't work but it does. Unless they are trying to be like Verizon and only allow specific phones in the future I'm still thinking once they shut off 3g then when someone wants to switch from Tmobile to Cricket with their unlocked working fine non 3g phone they still can or are they saying no they are going to be like Verizon and it has to be a Cricket branded phone. I don't think it's the later. I think they are just saying what will work, but not saying what won't work. Let's find out =( hehe
Read a discussion from 8 months ago. Seems like most are fine, one guy with a 1905 had issues on ATT. One guy did what I did so maybe that's why mine is fine for now. I haven't had issues like dropped calls etc but maybe the real issue I will have if Cricket adds wifi calling and VoLTE is if they use a specific frequency and the 1907 is missing it then I won't be able to use those. If Cricket only uses VoLTE then yes I am screwed in February =/
https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/kf0hfo
"I am currently using a 7t that was advertised as factory unlocked on ebay, when it showed up and I turned it on the big bright pink Tmobile boot logo came by. I did some research and found the convert to international/global thread on xda, I got rid of the crap hydrogen OS that came with the "unlocked" Tmobile phone. Using ADB I was able to flash the international firmware Oxygen OS and haven't had any problems with at&t now."
If it's an IMEI issue, flashing with the hd1905 fw probably won't help matters. I have a hd1905 on cricket since 2019, everything but wifi calling works. The same cricket sim in a samdung s9+ yields working wifi calling.
So while the hd1905 and 1907 are essentially the same hardware devices, the serial #/imei may determine what happens come 2022.
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If it's an IMEI issue, flashing with the hd1905 fw probably won't help matters. I have a hd1905 on cricket since 2019, everything but wifi calling works. The same cricket sim in a samdung s9+ yields working wifi calling.
So while the hd1905 and 1907 are essentially the same hardware devices, the serial #/imei may determine what happens come 2022.
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Yup, I'm wondering if the hardware or the IMEI will determine things. I didn't even know Cricket had wifi calling. Did Cricket even let you download the wifi calling app but it didn't work or did they not allow you to download it?
Edit: I looked it up. Looks like wifi calling will work on phones that have it built in to their OS settings. I probably won't use it if I end up buying another OnePlus phone. I wonder if there are any phones where wifi calling is working on Cricket that isn't on the list but is in the OS settings.
Wifi calling app? The s9+ was hybrid flashed. Everything but the main OS came from the U firmware (carrier), while the rom came from U1 fw. Result was working carrier features (volte/wifi calling) without the bloat.
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Wifi calling app? The s9+ was hybrid flashed. Everything but the main OS came from the U firmware (carrier), while the rom came from U1 fw. Result was working carrier features (volte/wifi calling) without the bloat.
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The s9+ is probably the same as the s9 as far as the wifi calling since "+" isn't mentioned on their list.
Huh? It's right under the s9.
I already had to have a defective screen replaced but now I more times than not have no signal. My OnePlus 7t has full signal strength. I'm missing calls and it's unacceptable. I'm never purchasing another Google phone again. I should have learned my lesson with the Nexus 6p. They will be emailing me with return instructions within the next day. I demanded a remedy or a full refund and they obviously have zero remedies as it's apparent the cheap Samsung modem they used is likely the cause. I tried all the potential from fixes but nothing works and I shouldn't have to disable 2g or downgrade to lte. So disappointed with Google. Think I'll stick with my 7T until something better comes out. Maybe I'll go with the M11 Ultra.
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I already had to have a defective screen replaced but now I more times than not have no signal. My OnePlus 7t has full signal strength. I'm missing calls and it's unacceptable. I'm never purchasing another Google phone again. I should have learned my lesson with the Nexus 6p. They will be emailing me with return instructions within the next day. I demanded a remedy or a full refund and they obviously have zero remedies as it's apparent the cheap Samsung modem they used is likely the cause. I tried all the potential from fixes but nothing works and I shouldn't have to disable 2g or downgrade to lte. So disappointed with Google. Think I'll stick with my 7T until something better comes out. Maybe I'll go with the M11 Ultra.
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Sorry for your bad experience. My P6P has about 15% better reception and 20% better DL speeds than my Note 20 Ultra so I can't imagine it would be the modem since they are probably the same.
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Sorry for your bad experience. My P6P has about 15% better reception and 20% better DL speeds than my Note 20 Ultra so I can't imagine it would be the modem since they are probably the same.
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Glad you aren't experiencing this issue but it seems to be a mass issue and Google has been completely silent. I don't trust them after what I went through with the Nexus 6p which resulted in a class action suit settlement. I sense this phone will follow the same path too.
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I already had to have a defective screen replaced but now I more times than not have no signal. My OnePlus 7t has full signal strength. I'm missing calls and it's unacceptable. I'm never purchasing another Google phone again. I should have learned my lesson with the Nexus 6p. They will be emailing me with return instructions within the next day. I demanded a remedy or a full refund and they obviously have zero remedies as it's apparent the cheap Samsung modem they used is likely the cause. I tried all the potential from fixes but nothing works and I shouldn't have to disable 2g or downgrade to lte. So disappointed with Google. Think I'll stick with my 7T until something better comes out. Maybe I'll go with the M11 Ultra.
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who is your cell service provider? Thanks.
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who is your cell service provider? Thanks.
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TMobile. In the Phoenix metro area. Going to a TMobile store now to get a new sim card. Doubt it will help but we'll see.
I just returned from TMobile. New sim card. No change. They didn't charge me since it made no improvement. Sorry, phone is junk. Never getting another Google phone again. Never.
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I just returned from TMobile. New sim card. No change. They didn't charge me since it made no improvement. Sorry, phone is junk. Never getting another Google phone again. Never.
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@Starzboy77 - yikes! i had a similar problem with an AT&T P6P, when using an eSim and nano Sim (tried 4 eSims). the phone wouldn't hold a signal so i returned it to the store. the one thing i didn't try was forcing the phone to use a 4G/LTE signal (supposedly fixes some connection issues). thanks for taking time to respond to my questions.
Yea, on VZ in the Cleveland area I am dropping signal also. Never dropped with my 3XL or my Note 20.
Driving across the turnpike going to Michigan it dropped multiple times. The turnpike is rocl solid coverage. They added towers years ago to be sure it was solid end to end.
This phone is going to be a nightmare to use when the snow is gone and I start traveling on my motorcycle. I suspect I will replace it before then unless there is a software fix. This modem is junk.
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Glad you aren't experiencing this issue but it seems to be a mass issue and Google has been completely silent. I don't trust them after what I went through with the Nexus 6p which resulted in a class action suit settlement. I sense this phone will follow the same path too.
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Problems with nexus 6p were because of Qualcomm and their half baked soc. This is not a Qualcomm.
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Problems with nexus 6p were because of Qualcomm and their half baked soc. This is not a Qualcomm.
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No. The 6p had a bad mic issue and a bad battery issue that would lead to shutdowns while still reading at 40% power. It also had bootloop issues that were related to the board I believe. It was plagued with problems which the Pixel 6 Pro seems to be matching. Connectivity, overheating, Bluetooth, battery to name a few and my first one came with a screen defect that required a screen replacement.
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No. The 6p had a bad mic issue and a bad battery issue that would lead to shutdowns while still reading at 40% power. It also had bootloop issues that were related to the board I believe. It was plagued with problems which the Pixel 6 Pro seems to be matching. Connectivity, overheating, Bluetooth, battery to name a few and my first one came with a screen defect that required a screen replacement.
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I can only guess that those problems are imaginary or due to some weird garbage you installed. I took mine off the charger on Friday morning. Currently at 25%. Battery life and obviously heat are non-issues. Bluetooth works perfectly.
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No. The 6p had a bad mic issue and a bad battery issue that would lead to shutdowns while still reading at 40% power. It also had bootloop issues that were related to the board I believe. It was plagued with problems which the Pixel 6 Pro seems to be matching. Connectivity, overheating, Bluetooth, battery to name a few and my first one came with a screen defect that required a screen replacement.
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And fwiw, Qualcomm pmics always read bad on the battery.
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I can only guess that those problems are imaginary or due to some weird garbage you installed. I took mine off the charger on Friday morning. Currently at 25%. Battery life and obviously heat are non-issues. Bluetooth works perfectly.
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My problem is connectivity issues. The battery, Bluetooth and heat issues are widely discussed and reported.
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And fwiw, Qualcomm pmics always read bad on the battery.
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My issue with the 6p was the bad battery. Mic was fine.
Connectivity was the worst for me with TMobile, download speed of less than 1mbps, calls and texts were bad, after a decade of loyalty i ditched them, went to at&t and all good, only problem i have with this phone is the screen not responding to touch for a few seconds a few times a day
I sent mine back to be repaired mic didn't work at all. I sure hope they send me a new phone and not split it open
I have been hesitant to say there's connectivity issues on the P6P. However, my experience hasn't been great. Compared to my P4a5g, signals are similarly weird but I get more bars consistently on the P4a5g.
Disclaimer: I straddle weak 5g and LTE signals in almost dead center of SF.
Even turning off 5g to eliminate the terrible handoff to LTE, I bounce between LTE bands on each end of our flat.
I have to be right in the middle of a strong signal area to get full bars with the P6P; consistent 5g is elusive.
Maybe it is time to look at other carriers? I have been with TMo since 1999. Seriously.
Would love to hear from anyone in SF on their carrier experiences. Have always avoided Verizon and AT&T. What about Google Fi?
My sim card is ~4-5 years old. I should get a new one. Is eSim better for signal?
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I have been hesitant to say there's connectivity issues on the P6P. However, my experience hasn't been great. Compared to my P4a5g, signals are similarly weird but I get more bars consistently on the P4a5g.
Disclaimer: I straddle weak 5g and LTE signals in almost dead center of SF.
Even turning off 5g to eliminate the terrible handoff to LTE, I bounce between LTE bands on each end of our flat.
I have to be right in the middle of a strong signal area to get full bars with the P6P; consistent 5g is elusive.
Maybe it is time to look at other carriers? I have been with TMo since 1999. Seriously.
Would love to hear from anyone in SF on their carrier experiences. Have always avoided Verizon and AT&T. What about Google Fi?
My sim card is ~4-5 years old. I should get a new one. Is eSim better for signal?
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I mean I think we're pretty lucky in North America because we get to choose from 3 providers instead of one (the more the better for sure). I'm not in SF but I know that sometimes, changing cell providers can make a world of difference. even in cities. different towers from different companies use different bands. it can make such a difference. a good start is a new SIM card for sure. I suggest people get a new one every 5 years.
some providers might also give you a 2 day trial, maybe look at that option? (they do in CA).
@Alekos thank you for the feedback.
Since the P6P supports eSim, testing other providers should be easy, right? I am guessing that using eSim doesn't make a difference in network connectivity performance. If you understand otherwise, please let me know.
And yes. I will definitely get a new sim. Can't hurt; might help.
Thanks again.
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I already had to have a defective screen replaced but now I more times than not have no signal. My OnePlus 7t has full signal strength. I'm missing calls and it's unacceptable. I'm never purchasing another Google phone again. I should have learned my lesson with the Nexus 6p. They will be emailing me with return instructions within the next day. I demanded a remedy or a full refund and they obviously have zero remedies as it's apparent the cheap Samsung modem they used is likely the cause. I tried all the potential from fixes but nothing works and I shouldn't have to disable 2g or downgrade to lte. So disappointed with Google. Think I'll stick with my 7T until something better comes out. Maybe I'll go with the M11 Ultra.
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The same thing was happening to me about 2 months ago on both of my Poco F3's right before I got the 6 Pro. It ended up being something with T-Mobile as the problem stopped about a week and a half later.