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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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On the verge of 3G reception -- how to find the best position
look at apps like Network Signal Info and RF Signal Tracker, which allow you not only to monitor signal quality, but also show you which cells you are connected to, plus what kind of connection you had (3G …
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2G versus 3G: Does it really save battery?
So for 4 days now, I have 3G enabled. … So yeah: This group is definitely better off sticking to 3G!!! …
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Phone stops using 3G when Wifi hotspot nearby
As for your "3g turning off" issue: That's very strange. Something in your device still seems to think that, as soon as some Wifi is near, you're going to use that. …
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3G and wifi tweaks explanation required
: HSDPA speed class; e.g. 21 = 23.4 MBit/s
ro.ril.hsupa.category : dito for HSUPA; 6 = 5.76 MBit/s
ro.ril.enable.a53 : gprs encryption algorithm; "may not even exist"
ro.ril.enable.3g.prefix : show "3g …
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Does switching my phone from 3G to LTE only matter if I use mobile data?
Shaky 2G but stable 3G? Use 3G. Same reason: shaky coverage makes the phone permanently switch cell towers, which eats your battery.
2g & 3G shaky, but stable LTE? Well, you guess it. … For a more detailed answer backed by "hard data", see 2G versus 3G: Does it really save battery? Doesn't mention LTE, but you can "extrapolate". …
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Auto sync only when connected to a specific wifi network
That's easily accomplished using Tasker. If you don't know, Tasker is the most complete automation solution for Android. It doesn't come for free (5 Euro -- but you can get a free trial on their homep …
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Allow only specific apps to use cell data, only when on 3G
I know of no way to restrict an app to the 3G network (as opposed to 2G/4G), but there are several solutions to restrict apps to either WiFi or mobile networks (or keep/allow them from/to both). …