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[EVO 4G General] Pao23:
Sprint just extended the IDEN network agreement for another three years in December though.

http://sprint.tekgroupweb.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=1747#__highlight&id16=network+vision
[EVO 4G General] novanosis85:
It will take them 3 years to upgrade to "vision". When the upgrade is complete they will move Nextel customers over to the cdma ptt infrastructures.

P.S.

I'm talking out of my a$$. It does make sense though.
[EVO 4G General] xHausx:
Anyone seen this yet? Looks great but I wonder how it will do with more than one person using it.

http://www.clearwire.com/company/featured-story
[EVO 4G General] novanosis85:
That's old. But just like anything, it will slow down with more people.
[EVO 4G General] aph:
Irrelevant if they use it on the same 2.4GHz spectrum. It will still not be able to penetrate walls.

They need to use Nextel's 700MHz to have any shot of beating Verizon's LTE at 800MHz.
[EVO 4G General] novanosis85:
Lol even if they went LTE and 700mhz the battery life won't justify using it. WiFi at home and 1.2 down on 3g is all I need.
[EVO 4G General] Intlstyle:
I could care less as long as the 4G works better in the future.

but didnt they say they were improving wimax?
[EVO 4G General] kenfly:
If i am correct, aren't our evos and soon to be evo 3d's capable of Wimax 2 by a simple software/driver update for our wimax chips?
[EVO 4G General] craigbailey1986:
Yes because wimax2 is backwards compatible!! Which is why my bet is on wimax
[EVO 4G General] slipshft:
While it's fun to watch all the banter, there are a few misconceptions. Sprint doesn't own the WiMAX network that they currently sell, so they have the option to build LTE as a primary network while continuing to provide access to the WiMAX network. Most likely both LTE and WiMAX will be supported on the same network (Clearwire has enough spectrum to do both at the same time). New chipsets will have both LTE and WiMAX support built in (based on carrier request for both). Yes, the 2.5MHz spectrum does not penetrate obstructions well which requires more towers to support the network, however having more spectrum depth enables the carrier to support more bandwidth. Most carriers have very limited spectrum available for LTE which will limit the amount of bandwidth that can be delivered to the end customer. This is one of the reasons that AT&T wants to buy T-Mobile. WiMAX2 will most likely never be deployed in the US based on current carrier requirements and testing (but you never know).
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Fidyyuan:
Awesome! Before I try this, can I flash this over the abandoned MIUI that G4rb4g3 was maintaing? Also, have you had any luck with the 1.4.8 version that's out?
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Herrera91:
I believe it's safe to flash over since they're both basically the same build (1.4.1). Ganii just modified it to his own tastes.
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] slovoflud:
I'm no developer but if you need any help, just ask :)
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] TrueYears:
will you be doing 1.4.8 as well?
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] blackchad:
this rom is really sweet. a couple things i noticed, the pulldown bar defaults to settings and not notifications (not sure if thats miui default or not) but maybe 25% of the settings are in german. just looks strange with everything else in english.

also, i was able to achieve bootloop when scrolling around in USB connected mode seemed to be tied to when i turned wifi on. i havent been able to reproduce this however.

all in all really great job so far

*edit* i also have no contacts. only rom ive had that didnt load them. i guess ill have to try and find them.

*edit* i flashed the eng mms apk and everything is in english now, contacts are up, and everything is running very smoothly. thanks so much for this. keep up the good work
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Vandale:
Flashing Now!
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] adam18488:
Blackchad seems to have covered everything.

V nice rom...thanks!!:)
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Ganii:
Ok,thanks!

Will try it!

Pulldown bar to settings is normal for me since I`m on MIUI!

And no problems with language if I change language at settings/system/Language and Input settings.

There is English available.After changing,reboot!

Maybe some words,strings/values at the xml files not fully translated at some apps!
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] slovoflud:
Is it possible to remove the custom slider on the lockscreen?

And monocrome icons in the settings and menus were much nicer

Music app force closes
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] g4rb4g3:
@Ganii

I've deodexed the 1.4.8 release for you, get it here.

It's the stock MIUI release, just deodexed, and I changed the fingerprint to the one from HTC.

I would recommend you to translate the rom only, don't add/replace things that MIUI team didn't (except for needed things, like the keyboard). Also I would recommend you to not change the default skin of any app in the rom. It's not MIUI then. If anybody wants to theme it he can use theme manager.

This way it won't break any MIUI defaults and will save you some time.

Another thing I would recommend is to put all english strings in /values/ folder and not in /values-en/. If you use /values-en/ it will show you only english strings if you select english in settings. If anyone changes the language to anything else it will show a mix between the selected language, english and chinese.

I copied all chinese strings from /values/ to /values-zh/ and replaced the chinese stuff in /values/ then.

This way its possible to choose any language in settings, the system will be in english the user-apps will be in the selected language if they support it.

It's just android default to have all english strings in /values/ folder.

You can use /values-de/ for german of course.

Feel free to ask if you have any MIUI related questions.

If you want I could host the files for you (with ROM Manager support!).
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Ganii:
Thanks for the infos and maybe sometime I need a little help. ;)

You also mean I should not theme the ROM?

Hm,I`m a member at miui.ger too and all custom ROMs there

(Desire,Desire HD,Nexus One etc) are themed.

What about optimize the ROM,to make faster,better performance?

Think that are needed thins too!

Also deodexed the stock chinese ROM too,but no

fingerprint from HTC.

Why fingerprint from HTC?

http://www.miui-germany.de/forum/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=525

P.S.And yes,hosting to ROM Manager would be nice,maybe you can do this.

I don`t understand all at here:

http://www.koushikdutta.com/search/label/Android
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] shady503403:
Just my 2 cents.. an unthemes miui would be prefered I think. Some use themes and if a theme doesn't replace images you have themed already we will have conflicting themes/images.. I shall be moving to this one 1.4.8 drops. :) thank you.
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Ganii:
Ok,so unthemed in next 1.4.8 release ;)

Should be solved at version v1.7!

P.S.MIUI-Bread_1.4.1_GaniMod_v1.7.zip (92 MB) available in

few minutes!
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Ganii:
For testing and how it looks:

miui_DesireZ_1.4.8_Stock-deodexed_2.3-EN.zip (78 MB)

http://www.mirrorcreator.com/files/RNDAKVBH/miui_DesireZ_1.4.8_Stock-deodexed_2.3-EN.zip_links

P.S.It`s stock English version,not optimized and fully translated.

Maybe some bugs there too ;)
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] blackchad:
im not exactly an expert on miui roms as its been awhile since ive been on them but however this rom is currently (themed or unthemed) i like it as it is. its gorgeous and runs really well. so if it is themed then count one vote for themed.
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] option94:
I have the deodexed english translation done and uploading. You can use that. Would be easier since I dont actually own a Vision.
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] option94:
NVM. You beat me to it.
[G2 and Desire Z Android Development] Ganii:
@option94

Link to your version,to compare with my version!
[LG Optimus 2x] steve4130:
I'm having the strangest problem with my O2X on T-Mobile UK. When I'm using a 2g connection all works as it should. But when im in a 3g area I get the little H with the up and down arrows below it in the top bar, and the little arrows randomly flicker on and off. The strange thing is that it seems that no data gets transferred. I can't browse the Internet or use any apps that require a connection. I've tried deleting all apn's and adding ones that I know to be correct (it works with a 2g connnection after all) and I've even tried changing roms, but nothing works! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Edit: it seems that the problem wasn't with my phone at all, it's actually the cell tower that I was connected to that has a fault. Now I feel silly, lol.
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] completetech:
Is there a way to turn the G Tablet into a bluetooth keyboard? As an example to hook to a PC or a PS# or something of that nature and make it turn into a full screen keyboard via BlueTooth?
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thebadfrog:
on what planet did you think this belonged in development and not in general or Q & A?
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] completetech:
guess lack of sleep and doing multiple things at the same time as posting this I didn't realize that I was still in this area.
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Blades:
Well, it would require writing a driver (on the computer side) and modifying the bluetooth code to report bt keyboard as one of the services.

But there actually is quite a bit of applications out on the market for what you're looking for.
[Milestone XT720 Themes and Apps] oddo1907:
can anybody tell me step by step installing theme ??

i'm using dexter's froyo 2.2
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
What umts frequency does the Docomo xperia arc SO-01C use for 3G?

Does it have a sim card slot?

i have been told that it has an sim slot and unlocked by Docomo

can any one approve?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Meister_Li:
Docomo uses an 800 band, not an 850 band, so it'll most likely not work.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ambroos:
NTT Docomo might operate on the same band, but mobile networks in Japan work in a completely different way. The NTT Docomo SO-01C will not work on any network out of Japan in any way.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
the reason i wanted Docomo is because my GF wanted the pink color and is only available in Japan. I have found a Japanese seller that is willing to ship it to me to the U.S. Docomo started offerring free unlocking after April 1st . the phone has a sim slot and i think it will work on any GSM world wide if it was unlocked. but, the thing i wasnt sure about was the 3G issue.

it uses 850/900/1800/1900

not sure yet about umts/hsdpa

i have purchased the phone today and i am waiting for it to arrive. when i get it i will update you guys.

for me i am waiting on the xperia arc LT15a Version , but if the japanese version works i will get it from there also

the device at Docomo store is approximately $600 or 620 usd range without contract.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] batman_112:
What is the site you bought it from?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nimche:
I can't find it. I am in San Diego and 850 should work just fine. With all the issues in Japan I am not sure if the Xperia would get even to Canada/>/
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
it is from an seller in Japan that happened to have an ebay account, he doesnt sell xperia usually but i managed to get his help

i ordered today and i am waiting for the tracking number

im happy cause ebay has buyer protection.

i just need to make sure everything is perfect before i release his info
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ambroos:
About NTT DoCoMo:

It provides 2G

(mova) PDC cellular services on the 800 MHz

band, and 3G FOMA W-CDMA services on the

2 GHz (UMTS2100) and 800 MHz(UMTS800(Band

VI)) and 1700 MHz(UMTS1700(Band IX)) bands.

They use MOVA for 2G and FOMA for 3G, and neither of those techniques are used anywhere out of Japan. If you can, cancel the order, because the Japanese Arc will not work in the US.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fhsieh:
Docomo in Japan uses 2100mhz and 800mhz.

The retail box for the SO-01C lists UMTS 1/2/5/6 compatability (2100, 1900, 850, 800). Some websites suggest the SO-01C has UMTS 1/2/5/6/8 compatability. On the other hand, Sony Ericsson Japan simply lists "3G 850mhz/2Ghz" for international roaming.

For what it's worth, the SO-01C device label does not use either LT15i or LT15a codes (which are UMTS 1/8, and UMTS 1/2/5, respectively), but instead "SO-01C".

The only problem I see is that since the SO-01C is identified as "SO-01C" instead of LT15i/LT15a, there is a possibility that you may have difficulty in receiving OTA updates, and that any manual firmware updates for LT15i/LT15a may not work properly.

Edit: Yes, Docomo is FOMA, but FOMA is basically UMTS with a few additional Japan-only features. Historically, FOMA handsets used proprietary software (in addition to carrier lock) which made them difficult to use internationally. But stock Android is built for GSM/CDMA/UMTS (and now 4G/LTE), and not limited only to FOMA. In order to support Japan-only FOMA features on Android, Docomo just uses additional apps (such as SP Mode for messaging). Other FOMA features such as osaifu don't work anyway, because the Arc does not have an NFC chip, or an ISDB-T antenna for 1seg, etc.

Otherwise, basic UMTS voice and packet access should work fine just as long as the phone supports the correct UMTS band, the phone is indeed unlocked, and you have the necessary APN and MMS settings for your carrier.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Lakitu:
I'm pretty sure you have to take the phone to a Docomo shop for it to be unlocked.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
yes the seller has unlocked it for me at the docomo store.

im not cancelling anything ,this an sony android device and is a bit different from other docomo devices. i will see what happens when i recieve it and let you guys know.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nimche:
I bet its going to work. Most carrier make their phones to work internationally (at least for the gsm part) if this is unlocked then it should work! Did he pay that $32 to unlock? It said that you need to have an account?

When are you receiving it?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
yes i have paid the seller the unlocking fee , but im not sure if he got it for free or paid for it and i dint care since the fee is not that expensive. i paid on Friday and today he said he will ship via EMS. since it is weekend im not sure if they work in japan on sat/sun , i will inform you when i will get it once he gives me a tracking number.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
hey guys

this is a japanese online store that proves what i have been saying about the 3G japanese version and that it should work in the usa if it is unlocked.

http://en.item.rakuten.com/riso-sya/243/

check the network section

note: i have not ordered from this site i have ordered from a private seller on ebay

this site has high quality cases and accessories if you are interested
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nimche:
$1156 :O

Sim Free :O

I want one but for half of the price :D
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HYPER-X10:
Well Nimche, sorry buddy but I finally gave in. Just ordered 2 Midnight Blue LT15i's from Handtec. (One for me, one for GF)

Edit: posted in wrong topic.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TokyoGuy:
A few notes here:

1. The phone may be stuck in the Japanese Android Marketplace which means you won't be able to access the same applications in overseas markets. Even when a Japanese Android phone is set to English, the marketplace is still that of Japan, however it may depend on the carrier SIM card.

2. OTA updates take far longer to come out in Japan than in other countries due to the language issue. For example whereas the HTC Desire was updated to Android 2.2 overseas last July (August?) in Japan it wasn't updated until October. In the future, you may have a problem if you try a manual update in light of the Japanese modified OS (whereas OS updates released in other regions are compatible with those languages/builds).

3. Depending on if this seller is trustworthy or not, the phone may have an ESN problem. Unless he paid in full at the time of purchase then he may be locked into a 2 year contract. You can not buy a phone without service in Japan, you must sign a contract even if you cancel it the next day. This may or may not be a problem in your being overseas (probably not).

4. Customer service for the phone must be handled in Japan, thus if there is anything wrong with it you are going to have a problem. In Japan, the buyer must inspect the phone prior to purchase to verify there are no scratches or problems and once the contract is finalized the phone can NOT be returned under any condition. This is quite different from America where you can apparently return the product days or even weeks later simply because you don't like it.

Also, if the seller has terminated the contract then there is no free repair or exchange possible, even in Japan.

5. Packet transmission charges may be calculated at a different rate because you are not using a phone provided by your carrier. In Japan, for example, Docomo has locked smartphone handsets at a maximum charge of around 6,000 yen per month, however if an unlocked phone is used it is treated as a mobile terminal and thus billed at a higher rate of 9,980 yen per month.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
thanks tokyo guy for the info

1- i think the market will work fine , if it doesnt i will flash the LT15i rom

2-for now im ok with 2.3 and if i flash with LT15i , i guess i will do fine

3-the seller has bought the phone full price without a contract

4-even if i bought from anywhere else, the warranty issue wont matter since i am buying from other countries. my x10 never had any issue where i needed a warranty and im hoping the arc will be the same

5-As i said the seller has paid full price and there is no contract and is unlocked for international roaming(policy has changed in docomo after april 1st)

note: i have told the seller that if it doesnt work properly , that i will return it
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nimche:
I had a talk with SE USA and they told me that if I buy a product from another country, they will still repair it for a fee.

Good info here.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
ya i fixed my sony laptop that i bought from a different country at sony usa and they accepted it
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] iead1:
1. Market region is based on network your phone is registered for use on/SIM card. You can change this with root.

2. What in the hell are you talking about? First, you're comparing HTC to Sony Ericsson. Second, Docomo to Softbank. The X10 received all updates (including several Japan-only updates) either first or within a week or two of the international versions. The only exception was 2.1, which came like three weeks after the international version. The Arc was the first non-Google phone in the world to be released with 2.3.2.

3. This is just weird to suggest. You can't buy a phone on 2-year contract without also having to pay for service. Even if you cancel the next day, you still have to pay for the service. Also, if you cancel the next day, you have to (obviously) pay off the handset in full. There's numerous clauses in the contract for this.

4. All support within one year of the device's purchase is handled by the manufacturer. After that, Docomo will be the one to support the phone. Usually they just give you a refurbished unit.

5. I don't even know where you're going with this one. What AT&T will charge has absolutely nothing to do with Docomo. If there's an AT&T SIM in an unlocked Docomo phone, then you'll have to have a smartphone plan attached to it.

You come off as looking knowledgeable, but, you made several mistakes.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yamanote:
Please do not share false information.

MOVA and FOMA is the branding for their PHS and 3G networks. In the same manner, SoftBank calls their network 'SoftBank 3G'.

As previously noted, NTT docomo runs on (standard) 800/2100MHz. Any 800/2100MHz phone will run on their network and any phone from their network will work on other networks with the same bands (provided, of course, the phone is either factory unlocked for unlocked with a hypersim).

One unique thing about FOMA is that their i-Mode service runs on it. Nothing to do with their 'docomo Smartphones' obviously (it only 'runs' on their normal keitais).
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TokyoGuy:
What in the hell are you talking about? First, you're comparing HTC to Sony Ericsson. Second, Docomo to Softbank.

EXCUSE me, where do you get off being so arrogantly rude? I was trying to HELP someone by mentioning possible situations and discussing information they might not be aware of being outside of Japan.

Moving beyond this, I fail to see how discrediting my comment has any value whatsoever. The fact of the matter is that some phones in Japan have received delayed updates and I pointed this out.

This is just weird to suggest. You can't buy a phone on 2-year contract without also having to pay for service. Even if you cancel the next day, you still have to pay for the service. Also, if you cancel the next day, you have to (obviously) pay off the handset in full. There's numerous clauses in the contract for this.

Here is an experiment for you. Go to Softbank, purchase a phone on a 2 year contract with 0 yen initial payment. Now go to a store that buys used phones like Sofmap. Watch what happens when they scan the IMEI/serial number into their database. The carriers have wizened up to the fact that people can buy phones on contract and then try to sell them immediately to get money. And don't give me any crap about "Softbank..." once again I made a valid point that exists in Japan in an effort to provide the initial poster more information.

All support within one year of the device's purchase is handled by the manufacturer.

Really? I bought a phone that 3 days after purchasing, discovered it had a defective camera. I took it to Docomo and they gave me a new one on the spot. And the phone was purchased at Yodobashi Camera no less, yet Docomo still replaced it.

I don't even know where you're going with this one. What AT&T will charge has absolutely nothing to do with Docomo. If there's an AT&T SIM in an unlocked Docomo phone, then you'll have to have a smartphone plan attached to it.

I'm sorry, did you actually understand my point at all? I CLEARLY stated that the rate AT&T may bill smartphone packet transmissions might be set at a higher tier for unlocked phones than it is for locked carrier phones. I then provided an example of how this is done in Japan. The entire point was to mention the individual may have to pay more for using the phone, and that he needs to be aware of that/find out from AT&T.

You come off as looking knowledgeable, but, you made several mistakes.

You just come off as being a rude, arrogant individual.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
cool down guys

thank you both for the info . just wish me luck that it will work and i will inform you what happens when i recieve the phone.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nimche:
I wish that the guy could use the new technology and attach the phone to an email and send it to you... What year we are in now?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alsaqr:
im so excited and anxious to see if it works or not , so i can inform you guys. the seller is so slow in responding due to time difference between u.s and japan adding the fact that sellers dont care how anxious you are once they get their money.