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4G is the fourth generation of cellular wireless standards, therefore the successor of the 2G and 3G families of standards. The candidates for 4G are LTE (Long Term Evolution) and WirelessMAN-Advanced.

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Cellular Network Setting Won't allow to select preferred network type to LTE

Android is not letting me select preferred network type to LTE for my 4G SIM, because I have selected the other SIM for data. The thing is, it only lets you select LTE as preferred network for a SIM ...
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Bypass T-Mobile Hotspot Tethering Limit by using the phone's unlimited plan?

I have the 10gb hotspot plan for tmobile but I also have unlimited data when I'm on my phone. Is there a way to bypass the hotspot limit by using the unlimited data from my phone instead? I have the ...
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How to root Huawei Y3II L02 4G

How do I root my Huawei Y3II and when would a method be available for my device
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how to make swipe elite plus volte phone

I have swipe elite plus and and want to make it volte but problem is there is no update from swipe and there is no custom rom available for swipe elite plus. please help
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Acceptable Signal Strength Ranges for 2G/3G and 4G

I have been logging signal strengths on my phone and am trying to understand what ranges can be considered "Good" and "Bad". RSSI is a measure of signal strength for GSM (2G/3G): -50dBm to -113dBm ...
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Internet always on when VoLTE enabled in Redmi 3s Prime

I m using Redmi 3s prime with jio 4G. Whenever VoLTE is enabled, my device internet is always active, regardless of whether mobile data is on or off. I can browse the Internet and watch online video ...
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"Unfortunately, the process com.android.phone has stopped" error

"Unfortunately, the process com.android.phone has stopped" error occurs when i try to change my network mode to LTE only. The phone i'm using is Samsung J5(SM-J500H).
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I mistakingly cancelled my android software system update I can get it back again and what are the procedures

I mistakingly cancelledy android system update Please can any one teach me the procedure of updat my android system software ? There is no select option from the main men about phone network ...
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APN settings vanish after some time of LTE data usage and only return on restarting phone

I am using OnePlus 3 and Reliance Jio sim. Android version 6.0.1. I am able to use 4g data via the sim. Major access point name settings that I get by default from the network: APN: jionet mcc: 405 ...
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How do I unlock 4G bands?

I'm using Xiaomi MI4. In India it doesnt support 4G bands, is there a way to unlock 4G bands for this device?
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Which one is the 4G sim slot in Redmi 3s prime?

I have acquired an Jio sim and I am using a Redmi 3s prime. But I don’t know which one is the primary 4G sim slot in the phone. Is it the nano one or the micro one? Or can i choose any one of them? ...
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Can the Nexus 6P use GSM data if the connected Wifi has no route to the internet?

I have a Nexus 6P and use it to connect to a Phantom 3 4K drone using WiFi. Obviously, because it's a private WiFi network with no external connectivity my phone can not contact the internet via WiFi. ...
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Can android use wifi as client to a Sony camera, and also have an active 4G-connection at the same time

I have a Sony QX1 camera that acts as a wifi AP. My phone connects to it as a client, and I use the playmemories app to control the camera. Is there any way I can have both wifi and 4G active at the ...
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Is there any way to add LTE/WCDMA/GSM (Auto) option in a rooted non LTE device (Note3 Neo)?

So my phone is an Indian Note 3 Neo (SM-N750) which has an Exynos processor. I need to activate the above requested option so as to trick a LTE only sim into believing that my device can support LTE ...
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How Do I Activate 4G LTE Only On Samsung Galaxy A5(2016)

I use Samsung Galaxy A5(2016) and have just upgraded the firmware to Android 6.0 (Mashmallow). The phone supports 4G but the option to set it there is LTE/3G/2G (auto connect) on Network mode. How ...
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4g icon always showing on my S6 (But my cellular network is not 4g)

4g icon always shows on my top right side with signals bar on my newly bought(second hand) samsung S6 mobile. problem is that my cellular network is not 4G. It only supports 3G. Is my S6 software ...
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LTE Bands for European Galaxy S7 (SM-G935F) while in the US

I have a European model of Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935F), 32GB version. It is a SIM free phone, not locked to any particular vendor. I am aware of region lock, but from my understanding it should ...
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Since which Android version does it detect internet connectivity on Wi-Fi?

For a project I am working on, I need to connect the phone to a WAN (without internet access) and to the 3G/4G network (to have an internet access). On my phone (Motorola Moto M 3G, Android 6.0), the ...
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How to enable 4G in Samsung Galaxy S4 (SPH-L720)?

I have a Samsung Galaxy S4 (SPH-L720). I want to use 4G. I'm using Zong which has 4G internet and I'm using 4G on my other mobile, but I want to use 4G on this mobile because it has better performance ...
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Trouble connecting to 4G when Wifi enabled, but low signal

I have a Samsung S5 Neo (SM-G903F), Android 5.1.1 My I access internet apps/sites when i am close to my router, works great. But when I go up a floor, and am basically out of range from the Wifi ...
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Does switching my phone from 3G to LTE only matter if I use mobile data?

I have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro with Android 5.1.1 and MIUI 7.3.2.0. In my settings I have the option to choose a network type. The options are "2G", "Prefer 3G", and "Prefer LTE". I only use WiFi to ...
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Does the Samsung Galaxy 5 support Band 12 LTE?

Does the Samsung Galaxy 5 support Band 12 with AOSP/CM13?
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How does voLTE and Band 12 work for T-Mobile and can Cyanogen/AOSP allow us any control over this?

How does voLTE Certification work? My understanding is that only phones on this approved list by T-mobile are supported on Band 12. Band 12 is the new Extended Range LTE band and T-Mobile is investing ...
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Block 4g when WiFi is available, and limit access to programs

What's the best way to config it? If WiFi is available, 4g remains locked. When WiFi isn't available, use 4g, but only for Watsupp and no video.
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Does CyanogenMod Xperia Z3 Dual support LTE on any SIMs?

Wiki does not really say word about that: https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Z3dual_Info Stock image does support it. If it doesn't, then what is current progress in context of dual sim?
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Aggregating two 4G/3G data links from 2 different sims?

Having two 4G capable sims -from truely two different operators (no virtual carriers at all)- and a Dual Active sim phone (Zenfone 2 Laser), I want to do true load balancing with a 1 sim + 1 sim 4G/3G ...
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Why does my Moto G 2nd gen show H and not LTE?

I just switched from T-Mobile to Cricket today, for 2 Android phones. One is my existing OnePlus One and it shows LTE next to the signal strength. The other is a (new) Moto G 2nd gen, which I read ...
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Dual SIM standby -- data and calls on different SIMs

I wanna ask about Dual SIM standby 4G phones, particularly Lenovo P70 if that makes a difference. If I have two SIMs: (A) with a call and SMS tariff, (B) with LTE data. If I browse the internet on (...
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Nexus 9 - How do I change the cellular band?

I've got an international edition 32GB Nexus 9 LTE. It appears to be unable to connect to 3.5G / HSPA+ networks, as a result, I get poor data speeds (3G is pretty slow for my requirements). I've got ...
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Change IMEI number to obtain tablet data plan?

It looks like T-Mobile offers very cheap data-only plans, but these are only available for tablets. I have read that this is enforced by tracking your IMEI. I was wondering: Is it possible to change ...
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Is it possible to enable 4G/LTE band 40 in Nexus 5 D820?

I have a LG Nexus 5 D820 model purchased in USA. Now I am in Chennai, India on Airtel network. As I understand Indian LTE/4G bands are 3 and 40 and unlucky me my service provider Airtel seems to be in ...
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Can 4G be used on a 3G phone if 4G bands are supported?

I have a 3G phone but it supports the 4G band (1800 MHz) which is available in my area. Is there any way I can enable my phone to support 4G? I went to *#*#4636#*#*, and there is an LTE option, but I ...
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Can HTC Thunderbolt's LTE not be turned off?

I'm going to buy a Thunderbolt and I've heard that you can't turn LTE off on it. Is that true? If so, is there any workarounds for it?
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Does OnePlus 2 "DUAL SIM 4G" support dual 4G?

I've read that most dual-SIM phones can only use the other SIM for 2G voice service. Is OnePlus 2 DUAL SIM 4G any different?
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Lost 3G/4G signals, 2G works only; factory reset or downgrade or changes in network settings didn't help

I have a Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE working on Lollipop and I completely lost the 3G and 4G signals. I can only use the 2G signal. When I choose in the network options (Only HSPA) there's a stop like ...
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None, or choppy, 3G/LTE data transfer with T-Mobile US on international HTC One M8

I have an international HTC One M8, and an off-contract plan with T-Mobile (highest priced, unlimited LTE). If I go into settings and set mobile data to only use 2G, everything works reliably. With ...
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Will my new Xiaomi RedMi Note 2 prime work for LTE network?

I just bought this smartphone, and I am confused if it will work in my area and if it will work for 4G and LTE. I called the support of T-Mobile, and they said if it configured correctlly, it will ...
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LG G2 not picking 3G and GSM Signals

I just bought an LG G2 32GB Version from China. The problem is it does not pick up any network connection, it keeps saying Searching for service. I just noticed the box is written 100%LTE. Is there ...
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Will the 2015 Nexus phones (5X, 6P) work with any US cell provider? [duplicate]

I'm pretty geeky, but I haven't really followed all the tech behind LTE rollouts and wireless bands and whatnot. I barely know the difference between CDMA and GSM. I know Verizon didn't use a SIM and ...
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How to set signal strength threshold for switching WiFi on and off?

When the WiFi signal strength is low, the phone switches to a 4G network. When the WiFi signal strength is high, the phone switches to that WiFi network. This is normal behavior for any Android ...
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3G/4G not working in Samsung galaxy S3 SGH-I747M

My 3G and 4G is not working on SAMSUNG SGH-I747M. It's an AT&T version of S3 so according to specifications it must support both. Can anyone tell what should I modify in order to get it working?
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Why did my tablet just suddenly stop wanting to charge?

I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab Lte and when I plug it in with its original samsung wall charger that charges any other samsung device I have, It's not charging or showing the charging icon. This just ...
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Need to recover android system for soft bricked Onda v919 4G

I have an Onda v919 4G that I messed with and broke. I changed a line in the /system/etc/parameters file. I wanted the system to use my SD card (256 Gb) as the primary storage device for my apps and ...
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Connect to a device with WiFi, but use 4G for Internet [duplicate]

As the title states, is there a way to connect to a WiFi device (my drone), yet use another app on 4G? Right now when I'm connected to my drone using WiFi, I can't use 4G, but is there a work around?
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Can a 3G android phone support 4G?

I own a Samsung galaxy note 3 N900 which is a 3G phone. Its specification include HSPA+ : HSDPA 42.2 Mbps and HSUPA 5.76 Mbps In my area, Airtel is providing 3G at the speed of 2 Mbps and 4G at ...
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How can I force version 5.0.1 on Note 4 to only connect to 4G LTE when available?

My Note 4 running 5.0.1 will often connect to 4G rather than 4G LTE when both are available. When this happens I can turn airplane mode on and off it will then reconnect to 4G LTE, sometimes with 5 ...
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Does Alcatel One Touch Idol 3 show which LTE Band is used (e.g. 12)?

I'm a T-Mobile US customer, and I'm quite interested in getting a phone with Band 12 support, and one that'll actually let me have a better understanding of the network and whether I'm receiving the ...
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Samsung Galaxy S6 on Verizon - capable of simultaneous voice and LTE w/o having to use VoLTE?

Does the Samsung Galaxy S6 on Verizon support using 4G LTE data while on a voice call without having to use VoLTE mode? It seems like a lot of newer phones don't support this. VoLTE might be fine if ...
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Software Load Balancer for android

i have H+ data network from my mobile phone network operator and 2Mb connection with Wi-Fi router connected to the DSL in home. i want to Combine this two in my android device (galaxy note II ) for ...
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Connect android phone to WAN port of router (not lan)

I would like to connect my phone to a router so that I can share its internet connection among the devices in my house. How do I connect the phone to the WAN port of my router so that the router is '...
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