Tmobile sim in sprint note 4 - Sprint Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Has anybody tried a tmobile sim in the sprint note 4? The verizon variant works with tmobile although i dont know if it connects to all of their bands

kwazytazz said:
Has anybody tried a tmobile sim in the sprint note 4? The verizon variant works with tmobile although i dont know if it connects to all of their bands
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The Sprint version will not receive the t mo data bands.

Why would the Verizon work with T-Mobile then?

Aoe316 said:
Why would the Verizon work with T-Mobile then?
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All Verizon devices are unlocked, Verizon works on both GSM and CDMA (Sprint is CDMA only, T-Mobile GSM only)

erik077 said:
All Verizon devices are unlocked, Verizon works on both GSM and CDMA (Sprint is CDMA only, T-Mobile GSM only)
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So if we unlock the Sprint variant we should be able to use a Tmobile sim without issue?

shethpp said:
So if we unlock the Sprint variant we should be able to use a Tmobile sim without issue?
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TMobile (GSM) and Sprint (CDMA) are not even same networks so NO. Most of the phones are locked to one network anyway, but those two have nothing in common

erik077 said:
TMobile (GSM) and Sprint (CDMA) are not even same networks so NO. Most of the phones are locked to one network anyway, but those two have nothing in common
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incorrect information my friend. PLease search xda because thier are several phones from sprint that have worked on tmobile and att. The sprint variant has a international lock a nd a domestic lock. Once they are cracked, then yes, you can use your phone on att or tmobile.. Sprint uses cdma mainly for 3g and voice, and use a sim, yes a sim card for lte. You can call sprint and have them unlock the phone for INTERNATIONAL use only within thier guidelines. So far the note 2 note 3 s3 and s4 have been avaible to use with modification to get onto att and tmbolies networks.
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shethpp said:
So if we unlock the Sprint variant we should be able to use a Tmobile sim without issue?
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yes but the device has to be unlocked via domestic and internationally. We are working on a domestic unlock...
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kwazytazz said:
Has anybody tried a tmobile sim in the sprint note 4? The verizon variant works with tmobile although i dont know if it connects to all of their bands
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yes, it displays "invalid sim"

You forgot to say "some late phones" because only those from Sprint have SIM card

erik077 said:
You forgot to say "some late phones" because only those from Sprint have SIM card
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weren't there some Sprint Samsung phones with no SIM slot, but people modded one in and used them on ATT/TMo?
yeah, still some, but just sayin'...

faceless said:
weren't there some Sprint Samsung phones with no SIM slot, but people modded one in and used them on ATT/TMo?
yeah, still some, but just sayin'...
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Yeah the sprint note 2 was one of them!

kwazytazz said:
Yeah the sprint note 2 was one of them!
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no, older phones had "sim" cards as well. Touch pro 2 was one of them. So before the samsung devices, the htc international devices were able to as well...

About20ninj45 said:
no, older phones had "sim" cards as well. Touch pro 2 was one of them. So before the samsung devices, the htc international devices were able to as well...
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Yeah I remember the touch pro 2 having a sim card slot.

The slide out keyboard, tilting screen, running Windows mobile AND Android Froyo! Those were the days, here is the link for the sim unlock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=555339
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so does it work or not? dont think anyone answered op. im thinkin about getting a sprint unlocked since its much cheaper. thanks

Does the galaxytools unlock work on the Note 4? It says my phone is unlocked but I don't have a sim card to test it out.

jamice4u said:
Does the galaxytools unlock work on the Note 4? It says my phone is unlocked but I don't have a sim card to test it out.
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Unlocked for international travel not for domestic. Hopefully a dev will figure out how to unlock the GN4 for use on other carriers in the US.

'invalid SIM'
weapon007 said:
so does it work or not? dont think anyone answered op. im thinkin about getting a sprint unlocked since its much cheaper. thanks
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Based upon my personal experience, even when the phone is UICC unlocked, it is still locked for domestic use. I unlocked my Note 4 via international at Sprint, but the phone says 'Invalid SIM' when using T-Mobile SIM.
I was able to get an Sprint HTC M7 to work on T-Mobile using just the international unlock method.
Good news though, Sprint will be making most phones unlockable for domestic use by Feb 11th (at least phones made thereafter)... so this means that even if the Note 4 doesn't get some kind of firmware update to allow domestic use, the S6 will and I'm sure somebody will port over the capability.

weapon007 said:
so does it work or not? dont think anyone answered op. im thinkin about getting a sprint unlocked since its much cheaper. thanks
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I would like to know as well.
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the790 said:
Based upon my personal experience, even when the phone is UICC unlocked, it is still locked for domestic use. I unlocked my Note 4 via international at Sprint, but the phone says 'Invalid SIM' when using T-Mobile SIM.
I was able to get an Sprint HTC M7 to work on T-Mobile using just the international unlock method.
Good news though, Sprint will be making most phones unlockable for domestic use by Feb 11th (at least phones made thereafter)... so this means that even if the Note 4 doesn't get some kind of firmware update to allow domestic use, the S6 will and I'm sure somebody will port over the capability.
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Now that it's past Feb 11, we should be able to do a domestic unlock and it should work with Tmobile LTE & voice?

Neo3D said:
Now that it's past Feb 11, we should be able to do a domestic unlock and it should work with Tmobile LTE & voice?
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As specified by Sprint, all phones released before Feb 11th 'will not be DSU(Domestic SIM Unlock) capable'. This means a dev will have to figure out a way to port the S6 modem to the Note 4 and we'll possibly be able to get DSU for the Note 4 that way. (Or at least, that is my understanding of it) Only time will tell at this point.

Use root tools it unlocks the sim I'm using it with at&t now

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[Q] Unlocked AT&T phones can verizon sim be used?

I am looking to purchase an AT&T Galaxy Note 2 and need the following question answered... I am aware of the unlock link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982 that uses the method of dialing the following keys *#197328640# but here is my concern... Does this method allow you to use a Verizon Sim as if you had purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2? In other words does it unlock the CDMA band also?
Thanks for any correct information...
The Adversary said:
I am looking to purchase an AT&T Galaxy Note 2 and need the following question answered... I am aware of the unlock link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982 that uses the method of dialing the following keys *#197328640# but here is my concern... Does this method allow you to use a Verizon Sim as if you had purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2? In other words does it unlock the CDMA band also?
Thanks for any correct information...
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If im correct verizon and at&t use completely different frequency bands.
Sumone please correct me if im wrong
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Until vzw goes to VoIP in the next few years the only thing the sim supports is 4g data. Because lte is a gsm based network, sim cards are needed. Nothing else in a Verizon phone used the sim so no you would not receive full service using a vzw sim. Not sure if you'd receive data or not but I'm betting no
Verizon uses CDMA for voice, and CDMA/LTE for data. Not only are the LTE frequencies incompatible, but CDMA is incompatible as well. So no, the Note 2 will not work AT ALL on Verizon.
Also to note, Verizon will only let you activate VERIZON BRANDED phones on their network. You can't buy unlocked phones and use them like a GSM carrier (AT&T, T-Mobile in the US) would. Sprint is the same way.
entropism said:
Verizon uses CDMA for voice, and CDMA/LTE for data. Not only are the LTE frequencies incompatible, but CDMA is incompatible as well. So no, the Note 2 will not work AT ALL on Verizon.
Also to note, Verizon will only let you activate VERIZON BRANDED phones on their network. You can't buy unlocked phones and use them like a GSM carrier (AT&T, T-Mobile in the US) would. Sprint is the same way.
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Ok, so if I purchased a Verizon Galaxy Note 2, and rooted it, I could then use AT&T and later if I finally want to switch over to Verizon, I could... If I am mistaken about this, please let me know. Because I am trying to get a Galaxy Note 2 that will work with both GSM carriers and also work with Verizon when/if I choose to switch.
No. Verizon and AT&T phones/networks are not compatible with each other at all.
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The Adversary said:
Because I am trying to get a Galaxy Note 2 that will work with both GSM carriers and also work with Verizon when/if I choose to switch.
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This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
entropism said:
This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
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I've been wondering about this. Can't the Verizon "international" phones be unlocked, then used with a US SIM?
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This does not exist on ANY Note 2 on earth. Possible with *SOME* other phones, but not any Samsungs, and definitely more trouble than it's worth. NONE will be LTE compatible though. 99% of the GSM compatible phones on Verizon are locked on only work internationally, and will not work AT ALL for the US.
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"Yes. Verizon GN 2 on AT&T network. Phone is rooted. AT&T APN added with APN Manager Pro. Decent speeds too with just 2 bars. Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk 2"
Just pulled this off of a different thread... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2044449
Seems like the Verizon GN2 can do AT&T with data, as long as you rooted and adjust the APN file. If this is incorrect please let me and the rest of the form know how or why this is incorrect....
The Adversary said:
"Yes. Verizon GN 2 on AT&T network. Phone is rooted. AT&T APN added with APN Manager Pro. Decent speeds too with just 2 bars. Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk 2"
Just pulled this off of a different thread... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2044449
Seems like the Verizon GN2 can do AT&T with data, as long as you rooted and adjust the APN file. If this is incorrect please let me and the rest of the form know how or why this is incorrect....
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I already said data "could" work. That'd not the issue. Getting everything to work is what seems to be unlikely. Different frequencies for voice/text.
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Any new Verizon phones can work on any GSM HSPA+ network with some trickery or are unlocked out the box. Some phones work on At&T and T-mobile while others only work with carriers outside the U.S. YMMV.
http://www.theverge.com/2012/9/25/3405610/verizon-iphone-5-unlocked-open-access-fcc
A guy has it working on AT&T.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1905016&page=5

[Q] 4G Galaxy Nexus Unlock (toro)

Hello all,
I have just bought on eBay Verizone`s Galaxy Nexus (Cheap, Clear ESN), but i back from USA to my country Georgia and i thought there will be unlocked, but... Nexus is unlockable for another CDMA network, in Georgia is CDMA carrier and there is a CDMA phones also, but Verizone`s nexus unlockable for it?
You'd have to get an unlock code from Verizon usa.
bodh said:
You'd have to get an unlock code from Verizon usa.
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no, no, no, no.
you dont understand how verizon works.
to the OP,
the vzw nexus only works on verizon's CDMA bands.
Zepius said:
no, no, no, no.
you dont understand how verizon works.
to the OP,
the vzw nexus only works on verizon's CDMA bands.
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so there is no way to work on any other CDMA? i heard about Turbo Sim cards, whats if i write number in Turbo sim and will work? or its possible?
DerNoisy said:
so there is no way to work on any other CDMA? i heard about Turbo Sim cards, whats if i write number in Turbo sim and will work? or its possible?
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the sim slot is only used for LTE
and no, there's not any way to get it to work on another CDMA carrier.
Zepius said:
the sim slot is only used for LTE
and no, there's not any way to get it to work on another CDMA carrier.
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so if someone have to rebuild phone? not to GSM but compatible with another carrier? impossible too?
Verizone - i hate u xD
DerNoisy said:
so if someone have to rebuild phone? not to GSM but compatible with another carrier? impossible too?
Verizone - i hate u xD
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you would need to change the radio and redo drivers for said radio.
its verizon. theyve always been that way.
Zepius said:
you would need to change the radio and redo drivers for said radio.
its verizon. theyve always been that way.
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so i see there is a way u saied no way i`ll buy part of i9200 if its work, i9200 parts works?
i heard Verizone`s Iphone 5, Motorola droid is unlockable-_-
DerNoisy said:
so i see there is a way u saied no way i`ll buy part of i9200 if its work, i9200 parts works?
i heard Verizone`s Iphone 5, Motorola droid is unlockable-_-
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well if you have the knowledge on how to write radio drivers, go for it... and good luck. even then, i doubt it would work
iphone 5 is different. it has a GSM radio as well.
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and no, there's not any way to get it to work on another CDMA carrier.[/QUOTE]
Totally not true. The main issue is the set of frequencies the CDMA carrier uses in his country. If the range is the same as Verizon then all he needs to do is "flash" the phone by uploading a prl file that will reference his carriers towers and changing the phones internal settings to match. This is the same process when moving a Verizon phone to another carrier like cricket or metropcs. If his home carrier uses the same band as sprint he can flash the sprint radio to his Verizon phone and then "flash" it. I've done both procedures before.
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DerNoisy said:
Hello all,
I have just bought on eBay Verizone`s Galaxy Nexus (Cheap, Clear ESN), but i back from USA to my country Georgia and i thought there will be unlocked, but... Nexus is unlockable for another CDMA network, in Georgia is CDMA carrier and there is a CDMA phones also, but Verizone`s nexus unlockable for it?
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You don't need an unlock code. What you will need to do is make sure your CDMA carriers frequency range is the same as your phone. Then you need to make changes to match your network, like uploading a new prl and so on. Almost everything you will need to do is listed in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1696621
It will take some work since you are in another country but it can be done.
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Buying Note 4 but Want Root, Can I buy a Tmobile/ Att to Root then Switch to Verizon

Hey guys!
I have a note 3 and its EOL. I was waiting for a Note 5 but I guess I dont have time now. I like the S6 Edge but it does not have key features I want (expandable memory card, extra battery).
This leaves me back with the Note... What's the best way to get it Rooted for Verizon? Can I buy it from T-mobile / ATT Auto Root it then switch it over to Verizon? Thoughts?
The other variants don't have the right bands in them for Verizon. I believe your only option is to pick up a developers edition.
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WarlockLord said:
The other variants don't have the right bands in them for Verizon. I believe your only option is to pick up a developers edition.
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Incorrect. They have the same bands for Sprint/Verizon/ATT/TMobile ect.. but IME's have been white listed and/or bands have been locked by the carriers. Global phones typically have all the bands necessary.
eskomo said:
Incorrect. They have the same bands for Sprint/Verizon/ATT/TMobile ect.. but IME's have been white listed and/or bands have been locked by the carriers. Global phones typically have all the bands necessary.
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Your statement is also incorrect in part, as the T-Mo and AT&T phones lack the CDMA radios required for Verizon.
dpoverlord said:
Hey guys!
I have a note 3 and its EOL. I was waiting for a Note 5 but I guess I dont have time now. I like the S6 Edge but it does not have key features I want (expandable memory card, extra battery).
This leaves me back with the Note... What's the best way to get it Rooted for Verizon? Can I buy it from T-mobile / ATT Auto Root it then switch it over to Verizon? Thoughts?
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You will need to get your phone unlocked first.
BobbyDillyDally said:
You will need to get your phone unlocked first.
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I worked at VZW for 3 years in Tech Support. You can not take another phone from any other carrier (except the old Altel phones) and use it in Verizon with the exception of global phones with global sim cards. Verizon uses A-Key authentication which prevents taking a Verizon sim card and putting in a non-Verizon phone and using it. Verizon used CDMA unlike all the other carriers.
That really stinks, anything I can do on the Verizon Note 4?

LTE Bands on N930V - AT&T/T-Mobile LTE coverage?

Can anyone confirm that the N930V has LTE Band 17 and LTE Band 12? Does anyone have an AT&T SIM they can put into their Verizon Note 7?
Frequency Check says it supports the bands:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/models/AQQ7j/samsung-sm-n930v-galaxy-note-7-xlte
This is a deciding factor on how I am going to purchase my Note 7. This is also pretty big news since the Galaxy S series and the Note series has not supported these bands natively in recent years.
SOLVED:::
AT&T N930a PH1 firmware can be flashed onto a stock N930v Verizon Note 7 successfully. This unlocks AT&T LTE bands the same way the S7/S7e does. SUCCESS!
According to Verizon's page, it does not support those bands-
Network
LTE Band 2,4,5,13 LTE Roaming 3,7,8, 18,19,20
GSM/UMTS Quad TD-SCDMA 34, 39 TDD LTE 38, 39, 40, 41
https://www.verizonwireless.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-note-7/#?sku=2100174
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AT&T SIM on N930V
I just put my AT&T SIM in my Verizon Note 7 and NO GO
Same result as with my Verizon S7
The SIM works in 3G only.
Jeffrey687 said:
I just put my AT&T SIM in my Verizon Note 7 and NO GO
Same result as with my Verizon S7
The SIM works in 3G only.
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Thank you for trying and confirming. Next quest will be to have someone flash the N930a firmware (recently posted earlier today) onto the N930v device and see if it unlocks LTE band 12/17 just like it did with the S7 and S7 Edge.
AT&T ROM on Verizon Note 7
MrBaltazar said:
Thank you for trying and confirming. Next quest will be to have someone flash the N930a firmware (recently posted earlier today) onto the N930v device and see if it unlocks LTE band 12/17 just like it did with the S7 and S7 Edge.
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Well, I went ahead and flashed the AT&T ROM onto my new Verizon Note 7; and it WORKED !
Yes, I also flashed the .PIT file. Everything went very smoothly.
Nothing like hearing the AT&T jingle come out of a Verizon phone.
So far, I have not had one single problem.
My Note 7 is connected to LTE band 2 where I am in Tempe, AZ
Jeffrey687 said:
Well, I went ahead and flashed the AT&T ROM onto my new Verizon Note 7; and it WORKED !
Yes, I also flashed the .PIT file. Everything went very smoothly.
Nothing like hearing the AT&T jingle come out of a Verizon phone.
So far, I have not had one single problem.
My Note 7 is connected to LTE band 2 where I am in Tempe, AZ
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You are the effing MAN! Heading to the Verizon store in a few hours to buy one. THANK YOU for all your work and trials!
ALL US variants of the Galaxy Note 7 are the same hardware wise. They all have the hardware for the same exact bands. Check under specs on Samsung's website
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SM-N930VZSAVZW
I suppose if you are using a Verizon phone with ATT sim, you need to input the proper APNs.
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Jeffrey687 said:
Well, I went ahead and flashed the AT&T ROM onto my new Verizon Note 7; and it WORKED !
Yes, I also flashed the .PIT file. Everything went very smoothly.
Nothing like hearing the AT&T jingle come out of a Verizon phone.
So far, I have not had one single problem.
My Note 7 is connected to LTE band 2 where I am in Tempe, AZ
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Are you serious? I am not sure that is possible unless you have an unlocked bootloader first.
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AT&T ROM on Verizon Note 7
androidbuff123 said:
ALL US variants of the Galaxy Note 7 are the same hardware wise. They all have the hardware for the same exact bands. Check under specs on Samsung's website
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SM-N930VZSAVZW
I suppose if you are using a Verizon phone with ATT sim, you need to input the proper APNs.
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Are you serious? I am not sure that is possible unless you have an unlocked bootloader first.
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To begin with: I own a Verizon S7 AND a U.S. Unlocked S7. I also own a Verizon Note 7.
While it is true that all Samsung phones are physically the same; it is also true that the different carrier ROMs block certain radio channels/bands. So much for Verizon phones being "Unlocked"
Even with the AT&T APN information entered into a Verizon S7 or Note 7, the Verizon ROM blocks LTE service.
I would never have thought that you could successfully flash the AT&T ROM onto a Verizon Note 7; but I just did it!
My "Verizon" Note 7 now thinks it is an SM-N930A in every shape and form! Strange, but true! All screens and settings show this.
I never even tried to flash the AT&T ROM onto my Verizon S7 as it never dawned on me that it could work.
Jeffrey687 said:
To begin with: I own a Verizon S7 AND a U.S. Unlocked S7. I also own a Verizon Note 7.
While it is true that all Samsung phones are physically the same; it is also true that the different carrier ROMs block certain radio channels/bands. So much for Verizon phones being "Unlocked"
Even with the AT&T APN information entered into a Verizon S7 or Note 7, the Verizon ROM blocks LTE service.
I would never have thought that you could successfully flash the AT&T ROM onto a Verizon Note 7; but I just did it!
My "Verizon" Note 7 now thinks it is an SM-N930A in every shape and form! Strange, but true! All screens and settings show this.
I never even tried to flash the AT&T ROM onto my Verizon S7 as it never dawned on me that it could work.
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I just did it also! Successfully running the AT&T PH1 firmware on my N930v Verizon Note 7. Jeffrey687 I can't thank you enough for confirming the firmware for me.
The hardware between US carrier-branded Note 7 devices is identical. The ROMs are what determines the network and/or LTE bands the device is allowed to use.
androidbuff123 said:
ALL US variants of the Galaxy Note 7 are the same hardware wise. They all have the hardware for the same exact bands. Check under specs on Samsung's website
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SM-N930VZSAVZW
I suppose if you are using a Verizon phone with ATT sim, you need to input the proper APNs.
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Are you serious? I am not sure that is possible unless you have an unlocked bootloader first.
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It's possible to flash the entire firmware from another carrier on these devices. It is not possible to unlock more LTE bands using APN settings, however. Flashing your desired carrier's firmware will unlock the bands necessary.
Jeffrey687 said:
To begin with: I own a Verizon S7 AND a U.S. Unlocked S7. I also own a Verizon Note 7.
While it is true that all Samsung phones are physically the same; it is also true that the different carrier ROMs block certain radio channels/bands. So much for Verizon phones being "Unlocked"
Even with the AT&T APN information entered into a Verizon S7 or Note 7, the Verizon ROM blocks LTE service.
I would never have thought that you could successfully flash the AT&T ROM onto a Verizon Note 7; but I just did it!
My "Verizon" Note 7 now thinks it is an SM-N930A in every shape and form! Strange, but true! All screens and settings show this.
I never even tried to flash the AT&T ROM onto my Verizon S7 as it never dawned on me that it could work.
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Would Verizon still allow it on their network? I know the ESN and IMEI numbers are the same, I'm just wondering if the phone reporting as a AT&T Note 7 would trip their system.
I did try AT&T SIM with my verizon Samsung Note 7, and i can see 4G LTE after restarting the phone. no need of ROM updates
Data, VOLTE works after changing apn
jacklivehere said:
I did try AT&T SIM with my verizon Samsung Note 7, and i can see 4G LTE after restarting the phone. no need of ROM updates
Data, VOLTE works after changing apn
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That makes more sense. Verizon by law is required to sell all their LTE phones fully unlocked.
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jacklivehere said:
I did try AT&T SIM with my verizon Samsung Note 7, and i can see 4G LTE after restarting the phone. no need of ROM updates
Data, VOLTE works after changing apn
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Verizon allows band 2 and 3 for AT&T but Band 12/17 is locked (AT&T main LTE band) so youll get LTE just not AT the full capacity
androidbuff123 said:
That makes more sense. Verizon by law is required to sell all their LTE phones fully unlocked.
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Yes all Verizon phones are sim unlocked but their network bands aren't required to be unlocked.
californiarailroader said:
Would Verizon still allow it on their network? I know the ESN and IMEI numbers are the same, I'm just wondering if the phone reporting as a AT&T Note 7 would trip their system.
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You wouldnt want to run thr AT&T rom if youre on Verizon because the exact same issue might arise as far as not getting all Verizon LTE signal capabilities. Wait for the N930U firmware since that will have all bands unlocked and be completely debloated
MrBaltazar said:
You wouldnt want to run thr AT&T rom if youre on Verizon because the exact same issue might arise as far as not getting all Verizon LTE signal capabilities. Wait for the N930U firmware since that will have all bands unlocked and be completely debloated
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Great, thanks!
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Any Idea when 930U firmware will be available?, Does it contain CDMA Firmware?
Hey all, I found this thread because I am having this exact problem (which you appear to have solved) but, unfortunately none of the technical knowledge to fix it. Would some kind soul mind explaining, in laymans terms, how to get the n930a firmware onto an n930v? I dont know if theres another thread explaining it, but I havent the slightest idea how to begin. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Rayscheng said:
Hey all, I found this thread because I am having this exact problem (which you appear to have solved) but, unfortunately none of the technical knowledge to fix it. Would some kind soul mind explaining, in laymans terms, how to get the n930a firmware onto an n930v? I dont know if theres another thread explaining it, but I havent the slightest idea how to begin. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Just act like you have a N930a and flash the stock at&t firmware using the firmware and instruction in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-note-7/how-to/sm-n930a-stock-odin-firmware-t3444006/page1
Once you have Odin (flashing software) and open the program, you'll see a button for AP, CP, BL, and CSC. The firmware package has a file for each h of these. Click each button and choose the corresponding file for each. Make sure you have Samsung drivers installed first.
1. Plug in phone to computer while on
2. Keep phone plugged in to PC and power it off
3. Put in download mode (volume down, home, power)
4. Open Odin
5. Make sure you see device ready in top left of Odin
6. Click each button and choose each file as explained above
7. Hit start
Unplug when it says success.
Phone will boot with at&t logo and all.

carrier unlocked s8+ t-mobile question

im planing to buy the s8+ t-mobile ,my question does this phone is carrier unlocked
thanks
INGHUGO said:
im planing to buy the s8+ t-mobile ,my question does this phone is carrier unlocked
thanks
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No it's not it should be easy but T-Mobile will make it harder than it has to be
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
954wrecker said:
No it's not it should be easy but T-Mobile will make it harder than it has to be
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rjscott2005 said:
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
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So t mobile s8+ will work with CDMA network?
Makcoco said:
So t mobile s8+ will work with CDMA network?
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No it wont right now and probably not ever fully for calls or texts or data
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
blaz4710 said:
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
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Nobody has or can yet Its a huge maybe at this point. Guys get the version you need or wait for the sim unlocked version. To much risk waiting and hoping odin eventually works.
rjscott2005 said:
The phone comes with T-Mobile's unlock app. You can choose temporary or permanent.
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blaz4710 said:
I'm assuming it'll work similar as to how the S7 Edge did where you could ODIN the carrier specific software to the phone in order to get those bands to work. As for CDMA compatibility I have yet to try my Tmobile S7E with the Sprint software and attempt to register it on their network.
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T mobile S7 edge works perfectly with CDMA operators, i did try that my self.
Please let me know your results with t mobile s8 phone.
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954wrecker said:
Nobody has or can yet Its a huge maybe at this point. Guys get the version you need or wait for the sim unlocked version. To much risk waiting and hoping odin eventually works.
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How can I know that t mobile s8 + will work with CDMA network? I called T mobile customer service twice they said they have no idea :silly:
I love tmo, but I don't buy phones from them anymore. Bought an S8+ on Verizon. Then popped my tmo sim in and it's all good to go. Vzw and tmo capable. Data speeds are faster on tmo around my house, but everywhere else the vzw sim outpaced it.
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LpSk8r said:
I love tmo, but I don't buy phones from them anymore. Bought an S8+ on Verizon. Then popped my tmo sim in and it's all good to go. Vzw and tmo capable. Data speeds are faster on tmo around my house, but everywhere else the vzw sim outpaced it.
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you got video call and all that ****?

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