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[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] CZ Eddie:
They sent me a warning letter that I have been using "tethering" on my phone.

So I called them up and they said they detected "tethering" on January 21st.

Discovered that was because I used my phone to stream Pandora to my car stereo that day.

They say I'm not allowed to do that on the "unlimited plan" and they will migrate me to a "tethering plan" if I keep doing it.

FU AT&T
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] XxlemonxX:
Re: Got my notice from AT&T that I'm not allowed to use Bluetooth to my car stereo

What! Lamo that's ridiculous
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] elementaldragon:
I would fight that in any way possible. Syncing your phone to your vehicle's head unit to play music over it's speakers via Bluetooth in no way should be considered "Tethering". If you do it more, and they call again, tell them what you are doing that is causing high data usage. If they still insist that what you are doing is tethering, i'd suggest informing the CSR that you'd like to speak to a supervisor on the issue, and if that doesn't go anywhere, I do believe a breach of contract would be feasible....
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] lthary:
Re: Got my notice from AT&T that I'm not allowed to use Bluetooth to my car stereo

What a MF company
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] greystealth:
Re: Got my notice from AT&T that I'm not allowed to use Bluetooth to my car stereo

They don't know what they're talking about..Speak to someone else.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Jaspah:
Makes me wonder how AT&T actually monitors for unapproved tethering. I used it briefly a few times on my phone flashed with Task650's AOKP and haven't gotten any notices. Unlimited data plan, too.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] tterb1980:
If they continue to harass you about the "tethering" call customer service and ask to speak to a manager. You don't want to get to the point where they actually put you on a tethering plan because there is the possibility that you could lose your unlimited data plan, and once that happens you can not get it back.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] elementaldragon:
Supposedly it could have something to do with packet data... something being different in a way that they know the information coming across their network is destined for an alternate device... but who knows.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] CZ Eddie:
I've been using the same data plan with multiple iPhone and Android devices. Have been streaming Pandora and iHeart Radio to my car stereo for a few years now.

Matter of fact, I've mostly stopped doing that for the last several months. Ever since I started using USB-Audio instead.

Other than that one day I tried Bluetooth for whatever reason.

Just goes to show. Though the Bluetooth streaming/tethering "warning" from AT&T hasn't happened to you yet, I have to suggest that it may just be a matter of time.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] krakerx:
I know in CM10, in the Wireless & Network | Tethering & portable hotspot there is a option for "Bluetooth tethering", I don't know if that exists in the stock rom (I've been off of stock since CM10 was released), but make sure that all tethering options are off. Your radio may be pulling data for updates.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dratsablive:
I am on stock rom and Blue Tooth Tethering is available.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Death&co:
It seems to me that Bluetooth doesn't even matter. like if you were to use Pandora in your car using headphones wouldn't they still "detect" that. I would be livid if that happened to me.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] CZ Eddie:
They told me I could use Pandora to my headphones or a dock station.

But I was not allowed to use it to my car stereo via Bluetooth, without upgrading to a "tethering" plan.

Crazy that this would just now become a problem for them.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] wildkarrde21:
I think I'm more concerned that they can track your phone's audio output. If they are able to tell you're outputting your music to a bluetooth device, they should probably be able to tell that it's transmitting over AD2P and is not IP packet data (apologies if I'm mangling the technical terms/process). My guess is they're just using this as a flimsy excuse to force you off your unlimited plan.

I use bluetooth to my car stereo as well and have never gotten a notice (I'm on a tiered data plan).
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Ends:
Re: Got my notice from AT&T that I'm not allowed to use Bluetooth to my car stereo

It's it your phone or the car stereo that is doing the streaming? If your running Pandora from your car radio and using your phone's Bluetooth to download that music then they are correct. However, if your using Pandora from your phone only and using the Bluetooth for strictly the sound, your ok. I suspect it may be the first
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] CZ Eddie:
This is the way I've been doing it for years now, without any problem. Until now all of a sudden.

Power on my phone. Connect it to my car stereo via bluetooth.

On my phone, I open the Pandora app and press "play".
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] wolverine423:
I find it odd that if you do this regularly, then why did they only detect "tethering" on January 21.

Either way its ridiculous.

Way to go ATT. :rolleyes:
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] sneakyws6:
There is no way for a phone to use the BT profile to download the music from the cellular data network, even if it did that type of file transfer has nothing to do with the cellular data system and only "transmits" the data the phone is downloading via the cellular network and then sending that audio data to the cars stereo system to play the sounds.

Sounds like a call to someone higher up at ATT in store.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dLo GSR:
that's impossible. they can't track that you're using bluetooth for audio out, and it has nothing to do with tethering. the CSR is mistaken. someting else triggered them.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Bruce Lee:
Re: Got my notice from AT&T that I'm not allowed to use Bluetooth to my car stereo

ATT nailed me back a while ago while I was on the unlimited plan with a Motorola Atrix 4G. I was forced to change to tethering plan since I need tethering for college work. I was mad too. My dad was more since the bill was bigger. Lol

Then they throttled me when I didn't switch right away to the tethering plan. Not cool stuff.

This can happen to anyone. Hope you can work something out.
[HTC Rezound] d8n0g:
Anyone notice a decrease in the audio quality and volume when switching to jb.? The volumes are low especially in call and ring. I was looking at the acid mod-any suggestions...
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] MarcelKC21:
If someone can present a resolution I'd be very grateful.

I'm having trouble listening to music on my E4GT when it comes to listening to music. Whenever I connect earphones the sound is automatically distorted and robotic sounding. But oddly, whenever I connect to my car audio auxiliary it plays fine. I try different options to pinpoint the problem, its not the headphones because they work with any other device (also tried multiple headphones) and its not a hardware issue because it works with my car stereo hookup. I havent tried portable speakers because I dont possess any. Its very frustrating.

Thing is this started recently, I havent changed roms or installed any apps.

Im on Jellybean 4.1.2, rooted running the latest MIUI from the Android Development thread..

Ive seen a thread before the issue started on a different forum site, but it has no search feature so I cant relocate it.

Can anyone help me out??
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] MrDiaz:
After flashing the new AOKP Rom for some reason i cant send out and picture messages but i can receive them how can i fix this? and is anyone else having the same problem
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] taxidriver9:
Try flashing a different radio.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ClaireH:
you can try...

1. Flash Another Radio

2. Wipe Cache and Dalvik
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] RealPariah:
google Tmobile APN

you just need to be sure the ROM specified fully correct APN

Also it is rare, but has happened to me there are conditions where a cell tower canstop processing Multimedia Messages but still allolw you to send text essages and calls are fine. Had me cussing up a storm one night to find out it was faulty tower issues and not my phone. Not saying that is it, just a possibility. If you can go back to another ROM and it works again then obviously that ain't it it would prolly be a typo or mistake in the APNs file which caused the phone to then use a wrong address.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] MrDiaz:
Thank you its working now the setting for my APN wasn't set for the T-Mobile Network i feel stupid for not checking that out first
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] MrDiaz:
Thank you its working now :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] RealPariah:
It's all good, some times we forget the little things [especially if it's been awhile since you had to deal with them. I am just glad you got it working.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] k29er:
Can I make my own otg cable.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tjupille:
Yes you can:

http://forums.androidcentral.com/go...iy-making-your-own-otg-cable-image-heavy.html

But given that they cost $2 on Amazon, why would you want to?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] plznote:
Sure could, but lol? That's like hours of work for $5 Inc shipping
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] born2gethard:
Less than a dollar on amazon. Free shipping

Sent from my Slim-Star S2
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Wexiicek:
You can do it really easily..
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Software Q&A

Q: Will this phone get an update to Android 5??

A: Time will tell (Or Sony)

Q: Can you use secret codes like: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20750699&postcount=72 ???

A:Yes the secret codes work, but they are phone specific. So for example secret codes for the Xperia T might not work for the Xperia Z. (Thanks to: hush66 )

Q: What is stamina mode?

A: "With Battery STAMINA Mode you have more intelligent battery management and can easily improve your standby time by four times or more. Your phone knows when you’re screen is off and shuts down the battery-draining apps you don’t need, then starts them up again when the screen is back on."

Q: Can you change the screen settings? (e.g. Contrast) (Question by: Gitaroo)

A: "The Xperia Z/ZL has a White Balance setting. Not contrast/brightness, but saturation/hue" (Thanks to: REAVER117)

Q: What is the superior auto mode?

A: "Superior auto mode shoots multiple shots of the same scene in rapid sequence. It then creates the best single picture as a composite."(Thanks to: grtmoby )

Q: I lost the preinstalled photo's/videos, how can I get them back?

A: You can get them back by downloading these files:

Photo's: http://www.mediafire.com/?h0d300bpep95jps

Video's: http://www.mediafire.com/?wn6ej93bo4z4o8c

Q: How do I reboot the phone?

A: Hold the power button and the volume up button for a few seconds.

Q: My notification LED doesn't work... how can I fix this?

A: Many people fixed the issue by doing a factory reset: Settings > Backup & reset.

Mine worked after I did a factory reset twice, after you did a factory reset during the setup don't sync the phone. Install all your apps first and set up your wifi manually, after you did that you can turn on sync.

Q: Can I use the volume/power button(s) to make a picture?

A: By default you can't, but you can use 3rd party apps to map your buttons to do so.

Here are 2 apps that can do so:

CameraPro

Camera ZOOOM fx
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Accessories, Etc Q&A

Q: Since the phone is water proof how will the warranty system work?

A:

Q: Is there a dock included when I buy the phone?

A: Depends on the country you order it from

Q: Why do so many people want the dock?

A: The main reason why most people want the dock is to prevent opening opening the flaps each time.(Opening the flaps too many times might decrease the water resistance)

Q: Oleophobic coating? What's that?

A: Source: Wikipedia. A lipophobic coating is used on the touchscreens of Apple's iPhones since the 3GS, their iPads, Nokia's N9 and Lumia devices, various Samsung phones such as the Google Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus, the HTC HD2, Hero and Flyer and many other phones to repel fingerprint oil, which aids in preventing and cleaning fingerprint marks.

Q: So does this phone have oleophobic coating?

A: The screen protector which comes with the phone does, the glass screen itself doesn't. (Still needs to be confirmed)

Q: I heard the phone already comes with a screenprotector?

A: Yes the phone comes with a shatter-proof protector.

Q: Why is that?

A: To prevent the screen from breaking into pieces when it falls.

Q: Should I remove it?

A: Sony advices against removing the protector. They advice you to install another protector over the Shatter-proof sheet.

Please note that when you decide to remove the protector, you will also lose the Sony logo on the front of the screen.

Q: Can anyone explain to me why Xperia Z is waterproof for only up to 30 minutes? I mean, if it can be in water for 30 minutes without any damage, why can't it be more? What happens after 30 minutes?(Question by: xx77aBs)

A: "It will likely survive beyond 30 minutes, but the level 7 liquid IP tests only certify to 30min for 1m submersion. I think the 30min time is just stated due to the certification." (Thanks to: flamingsamurai)
[Xperia Z General] djq:
lol you got a lot of bad info in this....
[Xperia Z General] xperiax10.awesome:
Can you please change the GREEN font to something else :)

sent from Giant Killer Galaxy Note 2
[Xperia Z General] craftycarper1:
^^^^ What he said, change the colours dude.....it's like the page is attacking my hangover!:cool:
[Xperia Z General] Akiainavas:
Like what exactly ?

It'd be better if you pointed out any "bad info" and provided a correction instead of posting pointless mocking.
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Until you come with some feedback I will consider you as a phail troll.

Changed the lime to blue for better readability. :thumbup:
[Xperia Z General] SmallsXD:
Should specify the models in the 4G question

C6603 supports 4G lte, C6602 HSPA+ only
[Xperia Z General] hush66:
Q: Does the phone support 64gb cards?

A: (Still needs to be confirmed)

I can confirm that it does.

Q: Does the phone have a notification led?

A: Yes[Confirmed] (Upper right side of the phone??)

Yes, it's on the top right. It works for notifications (SMS, Whatsapp, etc) as well as charging indicator.

Q: Can you use secret codes like: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20750699&postcount=72 ???

A:

Those are Galaxy codes, not Xperia ones. So most of them won't work. Anyways, I can confirm that the Xperia service menu code (*#* #7378423#*#*) works. IMEI number code (*#06#) works as well.
[Xperia Z General] Gitaroo:
does the final version has the option that let you tweak the screen contrast, hue etc?
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Updated the first post, thanks for the question, also added it.

Thanks to hush66 and SmallsXD for the answers, added them in the first post.:good:
[Xperia Z General] REAVER117:
The Xperia Z/ZL has a White Balance setting. Not contrast/brightness, but saturation/hue.
[Xperia Z General] Riyal:
True. Looking at the kernel sources seems like gamma, contrast, sharpness is hardcoded in the display's driver. It can be adjusted but you need to do it by precompiling your own kernel.
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Updated topic with some more questions and answers:):good:
[Xperia Z General] iDroid8:
Rooting?

I have some questions about rooting, if anyone could help (complete Android noob, never used it before) it would hugely appreciated.

1) As I understand it, Sony is very helpful for this sort of thing, but if I were to root it (which I have never done), and bricked it, would I be able to unbrick it?

2) If I can't unbrick it, can Sony repair it for me, and will it be free if in warranty?

3) If I buy a 32GB microSD card, would I be able to play games off it, or would they have to be on the internal memory?

4) If I root, does it voids my warranty permanently, can Sony find out if I have?

5) Can I unroot it should anything happen, and unvoid the warranty?

6) Do I have to root to apply a custom ROM like CM10?

7) Would it be worth rooting to get the complete stock Android experience?

8) Would the UK version of the XZ come with a locked bootloader, and if so do I have to unlock it to root, and would that void my warranty?

9) If the bootloader is unlocked, do I need to root to get a custom ROM?

10) Do I need to root in order to get a GBA emulator on it?

Thanks so much, complete Android noob here, as said previously, really anxious that I'll ruin my first big purchase.
[Xperia Z General] jacksonj51:
Can someone confirm which version has the dedicated camera button please

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Xperia Z General] SmallsXD:
None.

That would be the Sony ZL model
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
I'll try answering some.

In most cases you would be able to unbrick it by for example just re-flashing your/a ROM (ROM = CM/ParanDroid etc..)

Sony can fix everything, but the chance is 99% that you need to pay if they find out it's because of root.

Not sure yet, normally it shouldn't be a problem.

It does void your warranty yes.

Yes you are able to unroot and most of the times you should be able to hide that you ever rooted the device.

Uhm a bit tricky question. But I do think that you need root when you use CWM(ClockworkMod Recovery) to flash your device. I don't think you need root when you use Odin.(Not sure about Mobile Odin)

Hmmmmm, that's not really a question I can answer. (But when you're a complete Android "noob"). You don't really need the root. Although some programs require a rooted device.

No clue

No clue

And once again no clue.
[Xperia Z General] Super Chimp:
What's its SAR rating?
[Xperia Z General] angusbert:
Saved, thanks.
[Xperia Z General] kennethso168:
Q: Since the phone is water proof how will the warranty system work?

Well this is really a tricky thing. Just have a look at this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2135666

In short it's really up to them when it comes to judging whether the warranty has gone void.
[Xperia Z General] dragon632:
When the screen is wet, does the touch screen still working? As I know, Sony has a floating touch technical on its MT27i, is it also available on Xperia Z ?
[Xperia Z General] craftycarper1:
Not really, if you watch the Spanish review video you can see towards the end, the screen goes a bit screwy until she wipes the water off and then it operates as normal again.
[Xperia Z General] xiFIL:
You can actually use 13MP on the xperia Z's camera, but when your using superior auto you can only use 12 :)
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
If you read the faq your question would be answered (Third question)

The reason that I made this topic is so that people read the faq first before asking questions/making topics.:angel::laugh:

Can someone confirm that please ^
[Xperia Z General] hush66:
I can confirm that it's true.
[Xperia Z General] dragon632:
My question is different with the Third question. The third question inquires whether the touch screen still working when the phone is under the water. But I'd like to know does it support floating touch feature, that means even if some wet on the screen surface, not fully under the water, is the touch still available? You know, surface of glass screen may not always dry, especially in a warm room when it is winter. Anyone can confirm this?
[Xperia Z General] xiFIL:
Thanks :)!
[Xperia Z General] Flaaamp:
Is it possible to disable the LTE option to save battery?

I do not have an LTE Option in my plan so I dont need it.
[Xperia Z General] warfareonly:
Delete
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
Thanks to both, edited the list.

Not sure, hopefully someone can confirm^

(Added some more questions/answers)
[Xperia Z General] xiFIL:
Yes you can choose what mode you want to use the internet or data in, ie 2G, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE4G. This is found in settings in mobile internet settings!
[Xperia Z General] maverick1103:
Bet me to it! It's called "network mode" btw.
[Xperia Z General] xiFIL:
Hahaha xD! also its different on the developer device I have been using!
[Xperia Z General] budalica:
What Model ?

Here are questions nobody is asking :

I live in USofA and have prepaid tmobile .

I called sony store and they say Europe is always few steps ahead with cellphones

and I would save big to order from there ,

Handtec uk sells them for 414 Sterling Pounds + Shipping should cost less than 700$

But they are selling some experia z ET964 ( I dunno if that is their Item nr or model )

Should I Buy that one or should I look for C6602 , C6603 , or C6606 ??

What is the difference ? Will it work on T-Mobile and witch one ?
[Xperia Z General] Y.R.L:
ty

thannnnnks
[Xperia Z General] Dsteppa:
I think that the "ET964" is Handtec's own serial number. I Google'd the serial number and the only site that connected "ET964" with the XZ was Handtec.

There is a difference between the 3 models you mentioned, for example 1 or more use different LTE bands then the States so I guess that one wouldn't work for you (Talking about the LTE)

It should work just fine on your T-mobile network(Don't hold my word for it), when you buy the correct version.

(Maybe someone who already pre ordered @ Handtec can confirm which model(s) they are selling.

This topic might clear things up for you:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2117909
[Xperia Z General] xiFIL:
Handtec are selling the C6603 model which is the LTE European model! The C6602 model is what your looking for, if you want it to work in the US with Tmobiles network! Also yes the ET964 is handtecs internal ID!
[Xperia Z General] Spectre51:
C6606 will work with T-Mobile and AT&T LTE.

---------- Post added at 04:15 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:12 PM ----------

Don't see the white balance setting on the C6602 I am using. Did have it on the ZL though.
[Xperia Z General] budalica:
re

I went to pdadb.net and did comparison between 3 models and 6602 has no LTE at all . ( Granted it said " Preliminary specifications " )

My current phone shows that I am connected with EDGE . and 06 and 03 have Qualcomm MDM9215

M

and 02 has Qualcomm MDM9215

I don't know the difference , but I am starting to like 6603 . And it looks like 03 and 02 are going to get lot of attention from devs . There is already system dump for devs for those 2 models . I just wish that hantec will e-mail me back with answer as to what model they are selling so I can order already .

lookie here http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=pdacomparer&id1=4217&id2=3986&id3=4109
[Xperia Z General] jayman1986:
Just wanted to let you all know about the screen protector.

It says in OP that screen protector is applied with the phone. Just for those who don't know, that is NOT a factory fitted screen protector. It is a shatter proof sheet to protect the glass on the screen. If you look inside your retail box you will find a screen protector provided which is actually smaller than the one already on the phone.

So your supposed to apply screen protector on top. Remember I said SUPPOSED TO. :D

Although screen feels much smoother without that shatter proof sheet. :rolleyes:
[Xperia Z General] grtmoby:
This is confirmed. In addition, ‘Superior Auto’ mode auto selects between 36 scene modes based on the condition you are in. This is more or less like the same feauture (icon) that can be found on Sony cameras.