Short for "3rd generation mobile telecommunications", 3G generically refers to a set of standards for mobile phones and mobile telecommunications services. Often used when referring to a 3G mobile data connection.
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How to use GPRS (not wifi or 3G) to get internet access?
With my Galaxy 5, I can visit websites using wifi, but how can I access them using GPRS (=when no wifi around)? I don't want to pay for a 3G data plan with my mobile operator.
Background: On my old ...
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Nexus one hack to work on 8500/1900 freqs
I have a nexus one that (by default) does not support 8500/19000 3g frequencies.
That forces me to use EDGE or lower with my carrier.
The question is: Is this something that can be modified or is it ...
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How can I make a 3G-324M video call?
I tried to place a 3G-324M video call to my Incredible, but the other phone says that mine doesn't support it.
On the web I found someone mentioned that Incredibles do not support video calls in 3G ...
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Using an Archos 3G modem with an Acer Iconia tab (Android Honeycomb)
I've recently purchased an Acer Iconia tablet with Android 3.1. Then I adquired an Archos G9 3G USB modem, with the intention of having internet connection on my tablet when not around a wifi (90% of ...
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No 3G on a Samsung GT i5800
I recently bought a Samsung GT i5800, ok. It has Android 2.1 update1 installed. ok.
If i need to connect to the internet through wifi, then i can, ok!
If i need to connect through a vodafone mobile ...
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Why USB Tethering goes off after a while?
I use 3G, Android 2.2, LG P500 phone. I've tested it on Windows 7 and Windows XP, the result is the same. After several minutes the connection dies and I need to switch off/on the USB Tethering option ...
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Selectively block 3g access to certain apps
I have a sufficient data-plan so i never worried about this...
Tomorrow though, im traveling abroad. i will only have restricted MB's on my 3g usage.
Is there some app, or android option to block 3g ...
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How can I send service commands from my Nexus 7?
I have a Nexus 7 3G and I often need to send network service commands (e.g., to use top-up codes or to activate/de-activate data-plans), but can't find a way to do it from the tablet. Instead I'm ...
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Allow only specific apps to use cell data, only when on 3G
I use Tasker to sync every 30 mins when on 3G. I'm on a limited data plan, and the only apps I use constantly are browser, a Twitter app (Echofon) and Whatsapp. Is there a way to allow only these apps ...
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3G Connection Problem
I have try to share my Samsung note 10.1 (Model Number : GT-N8000) portable hotspot last night but it fail. After that, i cannot access to internet via data network mode(the 3G/H+ sign disappear next ...
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How to use an USB 3G modem data connection with an Android phone (Galaxy Nexus)?
I own a Galaxy Nexus phone and i'd like to know if there is a way i can use an USB dongle to provide it with an Internet connection.
I imagine I will need some kind of adapter (and some Google ...
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HTC Desire HD unlocked, cannot connect to 3G
I recently bought an unlocked AT&T HTC Desire HD from an E-bay seller in India.
I'm using a Tata Docomo Sim on the device. Although having subscribed to 3G data, I am not able to use it. Can ...
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Why does my app crash when I download it through 3G?
I have developed an application and published it on the Play Store.
My problem is that when I download it from the Play Sore via 3G, the application crashes. However, when I download it via wifi it ...
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asus transformer tf300tg - will this 3g work in uk/usa?
I'm looking to buy the 3G version of the transformer TF300, but due to its availability I'm buying it from Taiwan. I currently live in the UK but next year I move to the USA so I'm trying to figure ...
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How do Mobile Access Points work?
I have this data plan that gives unlimited mobile browsing. It only works with the browser, so http and https. If I tried to use the Maps or Youtube app, it won't connect.
I enter the APN settings ...
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Why is internet switched off when switching 2G/3G?
I have a stock Android 4.2.2 on Galaxy Nexus, so I think this can be related to all Android phones. When switching from 2G to 3G and vice versa internet connection is switched off for a few seconds, ...
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Android battery usage (3G, HSDPA and Edge)
In order to reduce battery usage I checked the Use only 2G networks from Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks on my Android. Then I noticed the E icon appeared instead of H on ...
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In Android Is it possible to access the physical layer of 2G/3G to transmit voice/data
I wanted to make an walkie talkie app in android, i know there are a lot of apps like these but they use the Wi-fi or they are just web services. But if we want to like transmit voice/data on 2G/3G ...
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How can I make the phone automatically disable mobile connection when calling?
I recently moved from 2G network to 3G.
On 2G when I call somebody - the phone automatically suspends the mobile Internet (since it cannot send data and voice at the same time) and activates back ...
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3G/Wi-Fi Vs Wi-Fi Only Enabled Android Tablets: Pros & Cons to the Consumer?
Having never owned an Android Tablet I am thinking of purchasing one at some point during 2013. From what I gather in terms of connectivity, they either come as:
Wi-Fi Only
3G & Wi-Fi
Is it ...
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Some questions about Thinkpad Tablet
I need to purchase a tablet for on the move access to web, video, book reading etc. I am a Thinkpad fan so I would like to go for Lenovo Thinkpad. However I have some questions regarding it, which ...
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Use 3G connection on my Android in Ubuntu
I would like to use the 3G connection on my android with my Ubuntu. Is there any method to do so?
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Watch dog and grooveshark
I'm using 3G Watchdog to track my 3g traffic and noticed that it does not monitor my Grooveshark app. Do you know why? Got a Sniffer that works better?
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How can I find better quality video streams to my Android phone?
I'm looking for an app that will stream television and/or movies to my phone on 3G. I have a long commute and find that apps I've used (tv.com mainly) have poor selection or quality. Since Android ...
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How can I restore my mobile internet connection?
I was tinkering with some settings to try and improve my battery life. I used several settings widgets to turn off some settings, but when I tried to use an app that required a mobile internet ...
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Block H+ (3.5G) but not H (3G), possible?
Is there any way to block only H+ (3.5G) and still have H (3G)? I use Android 4.2.1 CM10 Galaxy Nexus.
I want to do this because 3.5G signal in buildings is poor (1 bar), but 2G (which signal is ...
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enable 3 G permanently on a HTC Wilfdire S
I have a problem , due to several problems with my internet provider, ( they will be resolved in 2 weeks I have been promised) I been using my mobile as a modem for my pc.
My pc is linux based and ...
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Phone stops using 3G when Wifi hotspot nearby
I have a HTC Desire with the latest legit firmware. I have Wifi and 3G enabled, and it's usually fine; at home it connects to my (WPA2 protected) router, and when I go outside it switches to 3G. But ...
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How do I turn off the cellular radio without disabling mobile data?
I know for some the title is a little contradicting, but here is what I am looking for:
I would like to turn off calls and sms, and enable only mobile data (3g). Airplane mode is not good for this as ...
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Wi-Fi and 3G connections auto enable after upgrade to ICS 4.0.3
Since I've upgraded to 4.0.3 my rooted Samsung Galaxy S2, Wi-Fi and/or 3G connections auto enable/disable.
I've found a similar question asked here: Wi-fi is auto-enabling
I'd be grateful if someone ...
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Custom ROM especially suitable for hotspot/MiFi use on HTC Desire?
I have an old HTC Desire. It's rooted, it has S-OFF, and it's carrier unlocked. I'm looking for a very simplistic custom firmware that can purely connect to 3G and re-broadcast it as WiFi, and ideally ...
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How to make 3G Video Calls? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I make a 3G-324M video call?
Before people start telling me to use Skype or GTalk, let me make it clear: 3G Video Call is a native value-added-service for video ...
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Disable 3g connection in Windows [closed]
My Windows PC is tethered to my Android phone, so I can use the phones mobile data to access the internet from my PC.
I'm trying to save data charges by disabling 3g connection after a period of ...
