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How can I monitor and log data connection mode and rate, and log with location?

I would like to understand what connection type and theoretical data rate my phone is using for its data connection, and how it changes with different locations. I'm not looking for an actual data ...
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2answers
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Samsung Galaxy Ace, data network mode keeps deactivating itself

Every time i turn on my data network it deactivates itself within 5 mins ,any ideas anyone? i have a Samsung Galaxy ace.
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Neo V with 4.0 ICS update — battery problem

My Sony Xperia Neo V battery performance has gone down very badly after upgrading to ICS. It mainly happens when I have my mobile data/internet turned on. How can I improve the battery performance?
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1answer
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Network problems with Samsung Galaxy Young (S6312)

I'm having a network problem with my Samsung Galaxy Young (S6312) device. Sometimes while trying to make a call, even though the signal indicator shows 2 or 3 bars, the device displays a message like ...
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1answer
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Block all connections except a single host server ? (block by server not by app)

My mobile company offers a free package for facebook with unlimited bandwidth , however when I open my 3G connection the mobile automatically connects to unknown servers (maybe google) and the mobile ...
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0answers
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Simple way to toggle between 2G and 3G connection

TL;DR Usually, I have my device locked to "2G only" for multiple reasons: saving battery-life no need for "high-speed" to simply be informed about new mail or doing the little contacts/calendar ...
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0answers
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Google+ Background Data Usage

My 1GB data pack (3G) was running out a bit faster than normal, so I started investigating using the Data Usage tool (Android 4.1.2 Nexus S). That's when I found out the Google+ app had used 300 MB in ...
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0answers
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3G connectivity lost; reboot required to restore it

Similar to this question, but slightly different/worse: Restart data connection when stalled? Every so often – usually every day – I'll lose data connectivity (the icon in the status bar goes grey). ...
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0answers
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Google maps doesn't have data connection

Ever since upgrading my Nexus 4 to CyanogenMod 10.1-20130304, Google Maps behaves improperly. I have not noticed the problem with any other app. I can open the Maps app, and it will show me where I ...
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Google service connection + Corp wifi

When connected to the corporate wifi the signal bars turn grey suggesting that there is no connection to Google services. Gmail, web browsing, contact sync, calender sync, play music all appear to ...
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0answers
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Lag when opening Data Manager Settings

Since I have a prepaid Internet/Data Plan, I need to turn off/on Data Connection frequently. But Navigating to Settings -> Data Manager takes at least 25-30s on my Moto Defy (2.2) device. What ...
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0answers
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Lost all files on /sdcard when transfering files from PC

I just tried to transfer files from my PC (Win7) via USB MTP onto my Nexus7 which seemed to work as usual. When I tried to locate them on the tablet, I noticed that the complete /sdcard folder is ...
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Connection problems 3G/4G (Mobile data)

Phone: Samsung Galaxy S3, Mobile data enabled, APN configured for T-mobile Applications: MightyText, BrowserTexting Internet connection is working, i can use browsers, gtalk, IMO, etc. The problem ...
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3G Modem sim on my Nexus S

I have a 3G modem, and have tried it's sim card in a couple different modens with success. However, I tried to put in on my Nexus S and use wifi tether, but it didn't work - although it seemed to ...
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0answers
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Using Android/Desire as a bare bones GSM modem

Older GSM phones could be hooked up to a PC and you could access the baseband chip through e.g. minicom or hyperterminal and give it AT commands, usually through a serial/rs232 or USB connection ...
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Send data through voice during Emergency responce

I am working on developing a system to be used by Humanitarian organizations during emergency response. This system shall be capable of sending filled questionnaires, reports and photos through ...
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0answers
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HTC Desire S - Network fluctuates after enabling Mobile Connection (3G)

I have HTC Desire S with ICS 4.0.4. I recently enable 3G services for my Vodafone connection. Whenever I enable the mobile data connection, The network connects & disconnects continuously. Only ...
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0answers
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OTA update 4.2.2 NOTE 2

I recently updated my NOTE 2 using the OTA update to 4.2.2 However since the upgrade the bluetooth connection won't sync with my car and I've noticed a couple of niggles connecting to wifi (it ...
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0answers
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Streak 5 rooted 2.22 no data across USB only recharging

Tried both OEM USB cables that produce charging but no data, no sync, PC(win7) does'nt even recognize its there. PC suite installed on PC; tried Dell version and Nero. Seems like there should be a ...
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0answers
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After rooting my verizon Galaxy S3, I have no data or cellular connection?

So, when I first rooted my phone, everything worked fine. I had used CM 10.1 (Or at least some version of Cyanogenmod). Being curious, I wanted to try other ROMs. I then installed MUIU v5. Didn't like ...
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0answers
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Tweaking wimax phone for ISP

We have a WiMAX Internet provider that requires that you have a specific adapter, being Huawei BM622. Do you think it is possible to tweak the firmware on any phone or laptop and connect to the ...
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0answers
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ICMP Requests working but HTTP requests are timing out

For some context, please see this image: http://db.tt/JPJlBC5b (I will upload to SE when I am in front of desktop) Basically this issue happened once before. What's happening is my phone basically ...
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My Samsung Galaxy S II (GT-I19100) wont recognise my SIM

I bought a locked Samsung Galaxy S2 second hand - it is locked to Vodafone. When I first purchased it worked fine, however yesterday morning it couldn't connect to the mobile network - it kept ...
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No more Data on rooted Galaxy tab 7.7 (enter sim-card)

I played a bit with my Android-Device, partitioning my SD-Card to met the requirements of Link2SD (without success). Finally I formated the card and copied the data back onto that card, so it looks ...
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Connecting to Internet via Android phone

I have HTC Desire HD phone with Android 2.2.1 OS. I set the sim card to use for data connection. Once I done that the error is saying, 'GPRS connection failed or currently network is busy'. So, I can ...
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How to find if phone or network is causing data connectivity issue

I bought HTC One XL 16GB - X325s - from http://www.becextech.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1828 I wanted to use it on Vodafone network and if I am not happy I would go back to Telstra. ...
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Any application that would check internet connection every xx minutes and log the result?

I am having issues with internet connection - only at home and only sometimes. I want to debug it so I am looking for an application that would check the internet connection every xx minutes and log ...