yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile LG G2x] johnwazhere:
Lol now i feel like a dumbass xD
[T-Mobile LG G2x] n30wav3:
Seriously.... I mean is he the one needs bashing or us trolling this thread ...making it on top 3 busy threads in tapatalk ... hell I mixed it up with the original thread with actual updates on the other section.... come on just close this thread ...
[T-Mobile LG G2x] cricketAC:
You can't blame ppl. While it's a waiting game, this is the only thread that can have any activity on it.

Don't worry, the moment Dev starts rolling roms.this won't see the day light anymore.

Sent from my LG-P999
[T-Mobile LG G2x] g0rge:
<shrug> his intentions were good
[T-Mobile LG G2x] cricketAC:
Lol next time count to 100 before starting a thread in the Dev section

Sent from my LG-P999
[T-Mobile LG G2x] calebjhamby:
<facepalm> I'm a nice guy. Really I am. Seriously though.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] xBIGREDDx:
Given this precedent, this should be OK as long as it's the only one in the development section and it's tagged [SOURCE], right?
[T-Mobile LG G2x] Andy:
Thread Closed.

This info has already been posted.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] sianaka:
I am wondering if there is a dev or themer out there that has the time/knowledge to make an AOSP Mod for SuperLTE similar to the one in this thread======>http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1733025

I love AOSP and would just run PA or CM or AOKP, but I really need the Sense Camera. I have a 20 month old daughter that I take pictures and videos of often and the Sense Camera takes better of both. I could use another Rom base besides SuperLTE, but SuperLTE runs extremely smooth and already has a Bareback (Senseless) version that would make covering up or removing most of the sense stuff real easy. Thanks for anyone that reads or responds to this, maybe there are others who are in the same boat as me and would also appreciate something along these lines.
[Galaxy Note II General] mr mystery:
Looking at the Specs for the 4 versions and if you live in North America and use GSM the T889 seems to be your best choice. You get all North American HSPA bands and DC-HSPA 42Mbps not just HSPA 21Mbps as well as North American 700/1700 LTE.

Looking at the AT&T variant i317 seems we are getting the shaft. You get quad band HSPA only and 2 extra LTE bands you'd never use unless you travel a lot off the continent. My how quickly AT&T put the failed merger behind them.

There are 4 versions of Note:

1. International (+LTE): SGH-7100 / SGH -7105

2. SGH-i317 : ATT+(Rogers+Bell + Telus): HSPA 850/900/1900/2100, LTE: 700/850/1700/1900

3. SCH-i605 : CDMA + LTE 700

4. SGH-T889 : T-Mobile+Mobilicity+Wind : HSPA: 850/900/1700/1900/2100, LTE: 700, 1700

So why does T-Mobile's get DC-HSPA and not the other 2 GSM variants?
[Galaxy Note II General] abrcrmdl23:
So do you know how to unlock the sim slot on this. i use simple mobile and straight talk but I want the t-mobile version because it has hspa+42 and the others dont which I find to be rather stupid. But Simple said I need to unlock it even though it is a t-mo hone and they use their network. Will T-mo unlock it for me if I call them since I am buying it out right.
[Galaxy Note II General] mr mystery:
Can't help you there friend, I'm in Canada. I know T-Mobile used to be pretty good about unlocking devices bought outright but not sure if policies changed. A T-Mobile member should be able to answer that question though.
[Galaxy Note II General] Kreiger1981:
I've been out of the phone game for awhile, so i'm a little confused. I'm currently on ATT, and as a matter of course, I would pick up there's, but if it doesn't have LTE in the states (I have ATT LTE in my area), then that's just one more reason to switch to T-mobile.

I'm already considering switching due to the cheaper plan and the ability to pick up the phone on a payment plan, which is VERY attractive to me and my current financial situation.

So,, Explain this to me like i'm five.. what exactly is the problem with the ATT Note 2?
[Galaxy Note II General] abrcrmdl23:
nothing if you have AT&T. The t-mobile one only has an advantage if you use it as an unlocked device on pre-paid carriers like straight talk or simple mobile or solavei. The main difference is that if you use a t-mobile prepaid carrier like simple mobile and get the international note 2 it will be edge/hspa+21 onlyin refarmed, if you get ATT it is edge only unless you live in a 1900 re farmed market then it will only do hsap+21, if you get the t-mobile variant it is hspa+42 and has not active lte for when and if prepaid carriers get access to t-mobile lte when it comes online next year. The other thing is the t-mobile variant is a penta band phone which means it will run at full hspa+ data speed on any carrier. ATT or t-mo.
[Galaxy Note II General] Kreiger1981:
Ah, so since I have ATT in a LTE area (Phoenix), i'll get LTE (42?) on my phone, and no issues unless I decide I want to switch to a pre-paid carrier? But if I did get the T-mobile version of the phone, I could switch it around and I have more options as far as speed goes. Sound approximately correct?

What if I bought the phone from T-mo and switched it to AT&T? Is that even possible and would it have any pros or cons? (Buying full-price phone from T-mobile on their payment plan, using it on AT&T until my contract was up in Feb, then switching the phone to T-mobile with the cheaper plan?
[Galaxy Note II General] achusaysblessyou:
It has LTE, but the HSPA bands are limited to 21mbps vs the 42 mbps HSPA of the T-Mobile variant (which works with AT&T's network on both LTE and HSPA).

Essentially, a faster HSPA radio, nothing else changes
[Galaxy Note II General] sashusmom:
Does anyone know if there will be modem problems like the Att i717 had when switching to tmobile? We waited a long time for a decent working modem which was a hacked blaze modem that worked the best with limited upload speeds, but great download speeds.

Or will the tmobile variant work like the galaxy nexus pentaband on Att or tmobile OOB? I'm tempted to get the tmobile, but will wait for the price to drop.

Torn due to accessories that now are not compatible with the new noteII. :(
[Galaxy Note II General] mr mystery:
The T-Mobile variant is Pentaband according to FCC filings
[Galaxy Note II General] 3_D:
So, If I buy the T-Mobile Note II non-contract price; it will work on AT&T's LTE and HSPA network?
[Galaxy Note II General] exparanoia:
Doesn't the T-Mobile one have LTE disabled in the firmware?
[Galaxy Note II General] ekerbuddyeker:
I am on AT&T. I bought the TMOB Note II and unlocked it on cellunlocker.net. very easy.

I don't get LTE even though the device specs show LTE.

I tried different APNs but it always goes back to the default one on my micro sim.

Any ideas on how to get LTE are welcome!
[Galaxy Note II General] exparanoia:
As I stated above:

http://www.androidauthority.com/t-mobile-galaxy-note-2-lte-125982/
[Galaxy Note II General] rvbarton:
I don't know if anyone cares, but I purchased the international version of the Galaxy Note II. I currently am using it on AT&T network and I maintain hspa+ the entire time. I work in Dallas, Texas but live 45 miles away, and I have awesome coverage all the time. The reason I post this is because all of you wanting LTE, should know more facts about it. LTE is nice, but it's a battery hog. Granted 4G speeds are nice, but in practicality, HSPA+ is obviously not as fast, but it's pretty danged fast and my battery life is pretty darned good as well.

If you are going to shell out the money for the phone itself, buy the International version. You can get them for around $660 dollars, and the price is dropping every day. Don't spend the same amount on a Carrier branded, bloatware infested phone. Just buy the unbranded one and you will be quite happy, I guarantee it.

***disclaimer***

My guarantee only offers cookies as reimbursement, and you have to show up in person to receive them. :)
[Galaxy Note II General] 3_D:
Maybe have to wait on the AT&T Note II ROM dump. Then flash it to T-Mobile Note II.
[Galaxy Note II General] xpprofessional1:
tmobile always unlock my phones

all you have to do is wait like maybe a week or four days, for their system to recognize that you are using the note 2 on their system. then you call them and tell them that you will be going out of the country and they will ask you for your IMEI number and your email. and you will get your unlock code the next day, hope this help you.
[Galaxy Note II General] 3_D:
You can try this:

1) With phone on, take off back cover and press your SIM card so it releases from the spring. It won't come all the way out as it's blocked by the battery. This seems fine - I didn't bother trying to force it out as I didn't want to break anything...

2) Once you see the message that the SIM card is removed, go to the dialer and dial *#2263#

3) You should see a menu with band selections. The current setting is "Automatic". If you switch to "GSM All", you will be EDGE (2G). If you switch to "WCDMA All", you will be on HSPA+ (3G, though AT&T and others call it 4G) and you will have lte too

4) Press the SIM card back into place until it clicks. For whatever reason the phone will not recognize it until you reboot. Upon reboot you should see your new setting in effect.

Let me know if this works!
[Galaxy Note II General] jordan123hi:
So let's clear all of this up. Will the T-Mobile edition work on T-Mobile AND at&t (hspa+) StraightTalk here in the States? Just seemed a bit confusing and that is what I know is my big question. All help is appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Jordan
[Galaxy Note II General] bengadget:
It's my understanding that the T-Mo Note 2 runs on T-Mo's HSPA+42 network while the international runs on ATT's HSPA+21 network but only on T-Mo's 2G network. T-Mo is currently refarming areas of the country so that the international Note 2 will pick up T-Mo's HSPA+ network. I assume they mean T-Mo's HSPA+42 network.

EDIT: This was from a chat session with a T-Mo rep:

Me: So once the 1900Mhz refarming is complete, does that mean I'd have access to your HSPA+42 speeds?

Mary G: Yes, once the process has been complete, you will have the best service about the calls and most especially the data.

Now, we all know how misinformed reps can be but from what I've been reading, this seems to be legit. So my plan is to get the international Note 2. I get HSPA+21 now, an option for T-Mo HSPA+42 later as I know for a fact my area is currently being refarmed, more developer support, and no bloatware.

If I'm wrong about any of this, please someone let me know.
[Galaxy Note II General] gaww:
Will you get TMo HSPA+21 or only on AT&T?
[Galaxy Note II General] bengadget:
Right now, I believe on a T-Mobile Note 2 (T889), you currently get T-Mobile's HSPA+42. On an international Note 2 (N7100), you get T-Mobile EDGE speeds.

When your city is refarmed by T-Mobile for the 1900Mhz frequency, you'll then get HSPA+42 with the N7100. You can check the progress of your city's refarming by checking www_airportal_de.
[Galaxy Note II General] heavyharmonies:
I currently am using an International Note (GN-7000) on Straight Talk using the ST AT&T SIM (T-Mobile coverage here is awful).

If I am planning to get a Note II and use the same AT&T ST SIM (cut down), is an unlocked T889 *still* the version I should get? Or will the HSPA+42 band support only make a difference if using T-Mobile as the carrier?

Thanks.
[Galaxy Note II General] jlczl:
If you get the international version you will not get hspa+21 on t-mibile, only 2g. If and when your area is refarmed then you will, but it could be a while. The international version is not a good deal for t-mobile customers at this point.

As far as the t-mo version, the bloatware can be disabled and the support will be there, plus you get all the bands now.
[Galaxy Note II General] bengadget:
I'm on StraightTalk now, I meant I get HSPA+21 through them because they use AT&T's towers. I live in metro Philly, T-Mo is definitely refarming here so once it's solid enough, I could then get their speeds with an international Note 2, which I think I'll do because they have an awesome $30 plan.

@heavyharmonies, if T-Mo 3G coverage is awful there, do not get the T889. Stick with an international, then if T-Mo gets your area refarmed, you can always switch to them with the international Note 2.
[Galaxy Note II General] heavyharmonies:
Thank you for the reply, but I seem to be having an comprehension gap (between my ears apparently): If I'm using the phone unlocked with Straight Talk, using a Straight Talk AT&T sim, wouldn't the (1) unlocked international, (2) AT&T unlocked, or (3) T-Mobile unlocked, effectively offer the same performance currently?

ST does not offer LTE at this time, regardless of carrier, so by my understanding, the advantages of each model would be as follows:

1. International - has FM radio which U.S. versions lack. No LTE support ever.

2. AT&T - no advantages now; if down the line ST offers LTE, would support

3. T-Mobile - support for HSPA+42 now, if down the line ST offers LTE, would support

Assuming my understanding of the differences is correct. the question I still have is whether the HSPA+42 that the T889 offers *ONLY* works when T-Mobile is the backend carrier, or if the HSPA+42 offers *ANY* improvement/advantage if AT&T is being used. In other words, is the HSPA+42 carrier-specific, or is it universal?

While I like the notion of having the FM radio functionality, it appears to me (based on my limited understanding), that the T889 would offer the more futureproof solution, although where I get caught up is what differences (if any) there would be when using the T-Mobile version on Straight Talk, but with AT&T as the carrier.

I don't do enough phone- or carrier-jumping to know all the ins and outs (not to mention that the Note 1 is my first-ever GSM device; prior to that I was strictly CDMA).
[Galaxy Note II General] bengadget:
1. International (N7100) - has FM radio which U.S. versions lack. No LTE support ever.

Not sure about the radio, but you're right about the LTE. The 7105 has LTE though.

2. AT&T - no advantages now; if down the line ST offers LTE, would support

AT&T's model (SGH-i317) has 4G LTE now. I assume if ST offered LTE support, this model would piggyback AT&T's 4G LTE as it ST piggybacks AT&T's HSPA now..

3. T-Mobile - support for HSPA+42 now, if down the line ST offers LTE, would support.

The T-Mobile model (T889) supports HSPA+42 now (which I believe is just as fast any LTE now) and is future-proofed for T-Mobile's LTE rollout. I assume a StraightTalk LTE option would apply here, the way it would apply for my AT&T example above.

Assuming my understanding of the differences is correct. the question I still have is whether the HSPA+42 that the T889 offers *ONLY* works when T-Mobile is the backend carrier, or if the HSPA+42 offers *ANY* improvement/advantage if AT&T is being used. In other words, is the HSPA+42 carrier-specific, or is it universal?

If you use the T889 model with anyone besides T-Mobile, I'm not sure if you'll see EDGE speeds, but you won't get HSPA+42 because no other US carrier has it.
[Galaxy Note II General] gedster314:
I jumped at the International deal for $589. I slightly regret not getting the TMobile version. But then realistically, I am currently on ATT prepaid. From what I read, ATT giving prepaid LTE is at least a year out and by then I will be on to the next phone. ATT does not even have LTE in my area. So I don't feel I cheated myself too badly.

Now as for the refarming, don't buy an International expecting to use the TMobile refarmed network. For now it's only in a few cities and will take some time before it's nationwide. If you are remotely interested in TMobile, buy the TMobile version.
[Galaxy Note II General] heavyharmonies:
That's what I was afraid of, thank you. I think I might just go with the international version (now I'm miffed that I missed the $589 deal...)
[Galaxy Note II General] jlczl:
With T-Mobile's Note 2, the T889, you WILL get hspa+ on at&t, t-mobile, or any of there mvno's. That's why the T889 is the version to get per the title of this thread.

There is no advantage to getting the international version other than price if you can find it cheaper while there is the disadvantage of not being able to use it on t-mobile's hspa+.

Inernational Note 2: You'll get hspa+21 with at&t but never LTE. You'll only get Edge on T-Mobile.

T-Mobile Note 2 (t-889): You'll get hspa+21 with at&t. You'll get hspa+42 on T-Mobile. LTE will be available once T-Mobile deploys it.

AT&T Note 2: You'll get hspa+21 and LTE on at&t. You'll only get Edge on T-Mobile.

The T889 is hands down the most capable device.
[Galaxy Note II General] bengadget:
There are advantages, just not coverage-related, for instance the Multi-Window feature and faster updates. Since I know what the coverage is here in Philly, I know the N7100 is for me, you just gotta decide what's more important to you. I chose to sacrifice LTE for now.
[Galaxy Note II General] jlczl:
I wasn't thinking advantages "software-wise" but it's true that those are current advantages. I say current because as development starts to speed up, those advantages will disappear.
[Galaxy Note II General] rg1973:
So if u have straight talk att sim will the data speed be the same on the tmobile and international.. Also would simple mobile be better than straight talk...Simple says it has 4g unlimited 5o bucks vs straight talk unlimited 3G for 45

Also heard tmobIle bought metro pcs
[Galaxy Note II General] heavyharmonies:
(emphasis added.)

???

Since I mentioned that I'd be using the Straight Talk AT&T sim, not the T-Mobile sim, how exactly would the T889 be more capable, especially since Straight Talk doesn't (currently) support LTE on either carrier?
[Galaxy Note II General] jlczl:
More capable since if you are with straight talk (no contract) you likely would like to be able to change providers whenever a better deal surfaces. With the t889 you can use either tmobile or att mvnos and get hspa+ while with the international version you are limited to att's mvnos only.
[Galaxy Note II General] cswithxda:
Hold on a second. Where do you guys pull up these specs. From the look of this thread, my info has been outdated for quite a bit of time. I only checked phonearena comparison chart, and it looks like this:

GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz / UMTS 850, 1900, 2100 MHz / LTE 700 MHz Class 17, 1700/2100 MHz

At the same time, the website lists T889 as this:

GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz / UMTS 850, 1700/2100, 2100 MHz / NO LTE

Which one should I believe, who should I believe...

---------- Post added at 08:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:19 PM ----------

Hold on a second. Where do you guys pull up these specs. From the look of this thread, my info has been outdated for quite a bit of time. I only checked phonearena comparison chart, and it looks like this:

GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz / UMTS 850, 1900, 2100 MHz / LTE 700 MHz Class 17, 1700/2100 MHz

At the same time, the website lists T889 as this:

GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz / UMTS 850, 1700/2100, 2100 MHz / NO LTE

Which one should I believe, who should I believe...
[Galaxy Note II General] ericshmerick:
I'm trading my international N-7100 for a T-Mobile T-889. Hopefully this is a good trade. I understand the TMo version doesn't 'have multi-window yet, which sucks, but I believe it will come soon. Anyone know if AT&T will allow the 889's LTE band to be utilized on AT&T's network? I have this feeling the hardware will be capable, but AT&T won't allow it due to it not being a branded, official AT&T device. If not, oh well I guess, since the international version has no hardware for AT&T LTE.

It would be nice to flash AT&T's firmware and use LTE on the T-Mo version though. This is, assuming AT&T's systems will allow a non-AT&T IMEI on their LTE network (once the proper modem if flashed). Thoughts? Or is this all speculation at this point?
[Galaxy Note II General] heavyharmonies:
I wanted a T889, but got tired of trying to jump through hoops to get a white one. The local T-Mo store only had the grey, the T-Mo website won't let me buy one outright without purchasing a plan, and calling T-Mo, only the grey is available to off-contract sales. They would not sell me a white one. Period. End of discussion.

So when Newegg put the international version in white on sale for $589, I bit. I figure I saved about $150 in the process (T-Mo would have cost me $649 + $61.66 tax + $30 to unlock through cellunlocker.net). Since Straight Talk won't be getting LTE any time soon, I figure I'll be fine until the GN3 or 4 comes out down the line...

P.S. Multiwindow is overrated. There's only a small subset of stock apps that are coded to use multiwindow and you cannot add additional apps to the list (root mods notwithstanding).
[Galaxy Note II General] cswithxda:
Why not just get the ATT version..? I see you are with ATT. I got int'l because i want fast update and better dev support, and not worrying about eligibility of my phone on certain network. Also i don't have LTE at my location.
[Galaxy Note II General] younghov22:
You have some very good info along with the others. My question is that ATT has 4G LTE here in San Diego which is pretty decent and TMO is crap out here. Should i get an off contract t889 and use ST or stick with the ATT version out right? And if i get the t889, can i unlock the t889 and use it with an ATT contract? Any recommendations? Thanks in advance.
[Galaxy Note II General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
Because DC stands for Dual Carrier. Basically that's how T-Mobile get's their 42mbit HSPA service out; you're effectively using two 21mbit connections paired together.

It's similar in principle to a layer 2 dual T1 multilink PPP connection. You're using layer 2 encapsulation over two separate layer 1 paths to create a single logical layer 3 connection.
[Galaxy Note II General] cswithxda:
I'd suggest you to get ATT version. A moment ago, I just went through the process of registering my international note 2 with ATT's network. And it's a fail obviously because it shows unknown manufacturer in their system if they type into my real IMEI. So being hopeless, I'm considering finding some IMEIs on my friend's ATT note 2, but I guess it's gonna impair his use of his phone on the network. I'd say it's gonna be a hassle if you use TMo version on ATT network. You gotta figure out how to setup the data network. There are several challenges, including the firmware restriction and the challenges from ATT's system.

So, get the ATT version if you can. I don't see why not, if you already decide to go branded against international version.
[Galaxy Note II General] Heavy Metal:
What about versions from Bell, Telus, Rogers? Would they be concidered international or AT&T?

Especially using straight talk and would you use a AT&T gsm sim or a GSM international sim in the US?
[Galaxy Note II General] jlczl:
You make excellent points but you're still not getting it. The reason the T889 is the one to get is because the T889 has the flexibility of being used in all the scenarios you listed while the at&t version and the international version do not.
[Galaxy Note II General] BarryH_GEG:
But don't you think most people have just one scenario? T-Mobile's LTE radio is useless off their network so that's not an advantage to someone on another LTE carrier. The GSM radio has been optimized for T-Mobile's network so it might be acceptable on AT&T but the generic radio in the N7100 designed to be used worldwide would be better; especially for people that roam internationally. I know you can flash the N7100 MD5 file to ATT's N2. Can you on T-Mobile's? If you can't, anyone that doesn't want to unlock and/or root is stuck with all T-Mobile's useless crapware. I've read this entire thread and can't see any advantage to T-Mobile's N2 over a stock N7100 unless people are trying to use the $10 data plan on AT&T or really do jump from one U.S. carrier to another frequently. I don't think a lot of people fall in to the last category. Do you?