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[Nexus 6  General] Greg.C:
I read that Sprint has rolled out it's Band 41 2x Carrier Aggregation, but the Nexus 6 is unable to pick this up. Why is it that the Nexus 6 is unable to take advantage of this? Some websites said it was because of the modem (needs a category 6) .. others have said it's a radio / Sprint Network issue. I thought the Nexus 6 was a technologically advanced device. Can this be rectified with a maintenance software update?

A partial list of devices which are capable: S6, S6 Edge, Note 4, HTC M9, LG G4 and LG Flex
[Nexus 6  General] raptoro07:
what you read about needing a cat6 modem is correct. it does not have the hardware.
[Nexus 6  General] david279:
N6 missed the cut on this. They could have added CA for band 41 as carrier aggregation is Available for some other bands on the device. Guess moto didn't think it was needed right now.

BTW the moto x style does support 2x CA on band 41 so I guess they figured it out.
[Nexus 6  General] mnsportsguy1978:
I still just use the old fashioned Sprint voicemail where it calls your number and you listen to the messages yourself, just sayin.
[Nexus 6  General] :
I use Google voice with zero issues. :)
[Nexus 6  General] Ferenczy68:
Boom! Right there, just like that! :D
[Nexus 6  General] Johnabis:
is there an actual fix the not receiving calls issues while on LTE and Wifi? only thing I read was forcing your phone to be on 3g only mode which isn't much of a fix.
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
The only thing I have found is to keep WiFi off but I have an unlimited plan so that may not be for everyone. It sucks to be honest and I can't wait to go to a new phone

The Tig using Tapatalk
[Nexus 6  General] Spaniard85:
Same here. I've been using it since I was on Verizon a couple years ago, and it only got better when I moved to Sprint.
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
I am having the same problem. Personally my opinion is that it is something to do with Sprint LTE. The reason I am thinking that is that a friend at work has a Nexus 6 on T-Mobile, and he doesn't seem to be having any problems.

As for the workaround, I agree with [MENTION=4102592]Johnabis[/MENTION], setting the phone to 3G while on WiFi does seem to work. So what I personally tend to do is keep my Nexus 6 on 3G only while I am on my home WiFi and then toggle it back to LTE as soon as I leave the house. I agree that it is a PITA, but it does work.

So far that is the only problem that I am having with my Nexus 6, and otherwise I love my phone.
[Nexus 6  General] stas333:
I haven't seen this issue on my phone bit I never turn the WiFi on since I get 25+mbps of download on 4g here.
[Nexus 6  General] kxhaz:
Just an FYI, Sprint dropped new plans on Friday trying to get more people to switch. It is 4 lines with 10GB of data shared for $100, but for $20 more you could share 40GB of data (not sure why anyone would not pay $120 for $40GB of data shared for 4 lines.

I currently have 3 phones and 3 tablets with 20GB of data for $100 a month (plus lines fees ($15/$10) We switched back in February from unlimited to this because we were using around 17GB a month. However I have found myself watching data and with my son heading back to college I went in to see if I could switch to the 40GB for $20 more a month. They said sure no problem and set it up for the next bill cycle which starts in a couple weeks.

Just wanted to pass this on for anyone else who may be in the same situation.
[Nexus 6  General] Mudavo:
Walk in to Best Buy for this deal $100/month unlimited everything 2 lines: http://newsroom.sprint.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=11928
[Nexus 6  General] :
Sprint news:

http://m.androidcentral.com/sprint-brings-some-new-faces-board-executive-shakeup
[Nexus 6  General] :
http://www.droid-life.com/2015/08/0...ates-first-up-are-the-nexus-4-5-6-7-9-and-10/

Hopefully no Knox type crap
[Nexus 6  General] guitardoc64:
I doubt it will have anything like that.
[Nexus 6  General] :
I drank a TON of coffee earlier when I posted that. Lmbo. ;-P
[Nexus 6  General] skanndelus:
Some people have said they have no issues with this on custom roms but I haven't gotten any confirmation on that.
[Nexus 6  General] Johnabis:
I wonder if if the new build LMY48I fixes the sprint calling issue while on wifi. has anyone got a chance to update yet?
[Nexus 6  General] :
I'm running it via custom ROM, but haven't tested yet. I will tomorrow at work.
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
I certainly hope so!

Please let us know if the calling problem is fixed with the update.
[Nexus 6  General] skanndelus:
Any info on whether or not it fixes it?
[Nexus 6  General] david279:
This must be a regional thing because I've never had this issue and I'm on wifi 75% of the time.
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
I just upgraded to the latest version this morning. I will test later whether or not I still have the WiFi issue with calls

The Tig using Tapatalk
[Nexus 6  General] Johnabis:
fingers crossed :)
[Nexus 6  General] skanndelus:
Looks like the update fixes a security vulnerability so I don't it fixes it
[Nexus 6  General] :
I've never had the issue either and I have a replacement device now and still don't.
[Nexus 6  General] Spaniard85:
I've been a custom ROM since I got mine, and I haven't had an issue with this.
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
So as I said I would post back here after some testing and "knock on wood" I seem to be getting calls with WiFi on now. I have no idea if this is just a coincidence or not but here is what I did.

I manually flashed the new update without losing data by flashing bootloader, radio, reboot bootloader, recovery, boot, system, reboot to android, then back to the bootloader to run cfroot, reboot to android, data reset dialer code, update profile, update prl and then went a whole day without WiFi on. I turned it on late that night and forgot I had it on and received multiple calls the next day in addition to some test calls I made myself just to check. All seems to be working. :confused::confused:
[Nexus 6  General] Johnabis:
this is excellent news. let me know if it still works for you or if it gives you trouble again
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
Damnit every time I post saying its better, then I have issues again. I just got 2 voicemail never having got any calls [emoji35]

The Tig using Tapatalk
[Nexus 6  General] lordtinuviel:
unable to turn on the wifi option either in stock build (unroot) and/or in custom rom
[Nexus 6  General] :
Maybe flash factory image. That's what I'd do anyway.
[Nexus 6  General] thunderxfox:
I finally purchased my Nexus 6 with Sprint. Love the coverage. I'm gonna watch this thread.
[Nexus 6  General] :
You will definitely want to check out Pure Nexus rom. Its perfect for our Sprint Nexus 6. You can update Prl.. Its flawless and has lots of cool customization! Pure Nexus is here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3148214 I'm on firmware LMY48I and Pure Nexus with blu spark kernel and I've been on this setup a while and probably won't leave. :)
[Nexus 6  General] :
+1 That's what I'm running. :)
[Nexus 6  General] thunderxfox:
Thanks! Will do!
[Nexus 6  General] stebomurkn420:
I'm on the same exact setup with flawless results. I love sprint and there is absolutely great coverage to and from work for me... :)
[Nexus 6  General] getmoneygreen:
In you're response to this guy you said you can update prl. Can you tell me how can you update the prl cause I'm having not that good of a service since I updated to pure nexus
[Nexus 6  General] :
Settings>more>cellular networks>carrier settings
[Nexus 6  General] A2CKilla:
Has anyone run into or know why the Hotspot has stopped working for b41 after LMY48I update? B25 and b26 still work fine but as soon as b41 connects then nothing works anymore
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Considering buying an N6 tomorrow

Just wanted to confirm a few things here

Are the Sprint branded versions coming out from Sprint now a days unlocked ?

What networks other then Sprint can you get these to work on ?
[Nexus 6  General] :
They have always been unlocked, and you can use them on any network.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Yeah thats what I'm reading that it will work with any US Carrier

When you buy the phone from Sprint does it come loaded with some Sprint proprietary apps ?
[Nexus 6  General] Mistertac:
Negative, Sprint isn't like Verizon or ATT. My Shamu didn't have any Sprint junk on it and I ordered it right from their website.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Shamu huh :)

yeah man I'm going to grab one tomorrow try and do a buy online pickup at the local sprint

Like $199.99 with a 2year not to bad

Any other deals or promo's floating around out there ?

I'm upgrading from a S3 so should be a nice bump
[Nexus 6  General] Mistertac:
Not that I know of, it's good you get that deal now since they getting rid of those contact deals by end of the year. I'm already on their Easy Pay program anyways though so don't matter to me lol

You'll love the Shamu though. Awesome phone. Way better development than any Samsung. I couldn't run fast enough from my S4.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Yeah man feel a change a coming want to make sure and use that upgrade discount before before they snatch it out from under me and force me into sleazy pay or lease crap plus the Nexus may get me a way to escape sprint down the road if theres a better deal to go with

I'm lucky to be on a $50 SERO plan but I have a feeling they will soon find a way to off load these plans forcing me on to a more expensive program
[Nexus 6  General] stas333:
I'm not happy about the no contract deal anymore. I'm not about to lease or pay full price for phones to Sprint.
[Nexus 6  General] Mistertac:
I know, the only thing you can really look forward to is a cheaper Nexus. They're saying the new Nexus 5 should be much cheaper than the Shamu, although I'll probably get the other one if it has better specs, but obviously more money.

Nothing is getting cheaper these days. Way of the world.
[Nexus 6  General] yellowman82:
Every carrier is doing this even shockingly Verizon is ending it so call this year and yea in this world nothing is free anymore be happy that at least they giving you an option to pay for about $20~$25 bucks a month if you one can't afford to pay the full price right there and then.
[Nexus 6  General] jordan23945bulls:
Anyone having a problem with the messenger (SMS APP) not showing the contact photos sometimes? It just started happening like 2 weeks ago, so annoying.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Just back from sprint with a new N6 whats most people running on it stock Android 5.1.1 or some custom bin ?

Does this phone need to be rooted to install custom bins like all other phones ?
[Nexus 6  General] :
Check out the Pure Nexus ROM. It has SprintDM baked in so you can update PRL and device config.
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
Personally I am running Rooted Stock Android.

I love it. As I mentioned before, coming from the HTC M8, I thought that I would miss HTC Sense, but I have found that I don't.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Anyone know of any extra cool cases for it ?
[Nexus 6  General] :
http://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/accessories

Personally, I use the Ballistic tough jacket maxx.
[Nexus 6  General] :
Spigen,, slim armor. The best case I've ever owned and I've owned MANY phones starting with the G1! :D
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
Spigen's are awesome as well as the Ringke Fusion which has port covers, simply awesome thin case.

On a side note I finally received my Project Fi Invite so I signed up and will be receiving the SIM soon. I am really looking forward to giving it a go! I plan on doing a complete fresh install of the latest 5.1.1 Fi Image and signed up for a new number to really start fresh. It was well overdue and I am very excited!!!
[Nexus 6  General] hondaguy5965:
Hey guys,

So for the past few days my phone, when switching from WiFi to cellular it would ask to do hand free activation. Which i use to ignore because the phone was working fine. Then today the phone stopped receiving and sending calls and test messages. When trying to make a call it say the device need to be activated. Went over to the sprint store and the tech said that he "thinks" the transmitter is bad because the PRL is not updating. So the only solution is to order me a new phone.

Have anyone of you come across this sort of problem before?
[Nexus 6  General] :
I have not heard of this until now. Good luck with your replacement.
[Nexus 6  General] hondaguy5965:
Thanks.

Yea the tech said its his first time seeing this particular issue.
[Nexus 6  General] guitardoc64:
http://www.amazon.com/Protection-i-...sim_107_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1M3B04X0F3ZEXHEPGG8N

I have the blue one. nice protection and my wireless charger works with the case on. I have the Choe Stadium.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Which case you all like better ??

Diztronic Ultra TPU https://youtu.be/EPcrs-xTeQ0

or

BODY GLOVE SATIN https://youtu.be/8BmSqpimNrs

Both pretty nice like the body glove but no dimple :(
[Nexus 6  General] supasanch24:
If you ever do want a Sense like experience for your nexus, the Pure Venom ROM comes pretty close. It uses the Pure Nexus ROM as its base.
[Nexus 6  General] kxhaz:
I have been running the M previews since they came out with little issues and they have been rock solid for me. Only issue I have had is M2 preview had bad battery reporting, battery would show it dropping quickly, but stay at 1% for over 4 hours. Getting ready to flash the M3 preview OTA shortly.
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
This is the case that I bought for my Nexus 6, and I love it...

http://www.spigen.com/collections/nexus-6/products/nexus-6-case-ultra-hybrid?variant=1181979337
[Nexus 6  General] Trina9:
When my Nexus 6 is paid off, I'm out of Sprint to Project Fi. I am not going a lease a phone.
[Nexus 6  General] stas333:
The only reason I'm with spring is the $60 all unlimited plan.
[Nexus 6  General] Wiley_11:
http://www.cnet.com/videos/sprint-says-it-may-keep-two-year-contracts-after-all/

https://twitter.com/marceloclaure/status/633605574966444032
[Nexus 6  General] FrogFan:
Should I get an N6?

Well, I've just finished reading all 156 pages of this thread! Lots of really good information. Thanks to all who contributed.

I need to replace my M7 and I've been considering either the N6 or the Galaxy S6. I don't want another HTC.

I'm on a Sprint plan that charges a significant added access fee if you have a contract phone, so I need to buy a phone outright. The N6 is now selling on Play Store for $499, almost $150 cheaper than from Sprint. Seems like a heck of a deal.

Here is my nickel summary of what I've learned here that's particularly relevant to me:

Activation issues for "non-Sprint"; e.g., Play Store, phones are resolved. Get a free nano sim card from Sprint and activate it online or at a Sprint store. The last digit (0) of the MEID needs to be dropped in the activation process.

The "duplicate text" issue seems largely resolved, although some are still reporting problems. I don't want to buy a new phone that takes me backwards. I have no such problems today with my M7. I've paid for Textra because I had problems with the stock messaging app and I hope to continue using it on my new phone.

Some are continuing to report that they can't get calls when wifi is on. This seems like a regional issue, but my plan has a cap on data which I never get close to because I use wifi all the time when I'm home. I can't afford to buy a phone that won't get calls when I'm on wifi, so this could be a showstopper for me.

There is no wifi calling and no plan to get it. It seems like many folks here don't care about that, and I understand why they don't. I care because I visit family in northern Illinois a couple times a year in an area with very poor Sprint coverage. They don't use Sprint so they don't have an Airave for me to use. Verizon has a very strong signal, but there is just enough Sprint signal so that my phone won't roam to VZW. I'm hesitant to root my phone for fear of bricking it, so I can't use the Roam Control app, which I used successfully with my old EVO 4G. That leaves wifi as an attractive option, since everyone I visit there has wifi.

It seems like, if I get an N6, I'll need to root it to use Roam Control and cross my fingers that the "calling while on wifi" issue isn't present here (I'm in the Ft. Worth area) or wherever I go when I travel. I need to trade that off against other alternatives, especially the S6. I do like the idea of a phone without "bloatware"

Thanks for any help.
[Nexus 6  General] stas333:
Awesome
[Nexus 6  General] Trina9:
My contract isn't over until 2017 so I got a while to see what happens.
[Nexus 6  General] hondaguy5965:
So I did some thinking and realised that PRL issue started right after i got the last update to LMY48I. So i did a backup and then a clean install of the OS and what you know problem gone. I'm monitor it for a couple days for any issues if none then i'll keep my current device. :)

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[Nexus 6  General] Trina9:
Anyone got an answer to the no calls on Wi-Fi issues? Just got Wi-Fi at home and have this issue.
[Nexus 6  General] :
Unfortunately, no. It definitely seems to be Sprint specific however. I have unlimited data, so my workaround has been to leave WiFi off. Not much of a fix, I know.
[Nexus 6  General] Mistertac:
I thought someone mentioned setting your phone to 3G while on WiFi and then calls will come through?! Haven't tested it myself.
[Nexus 6  General] Trina9:
That does work. I just wonder if a fix is coming especially with Project Fi being on Sprint.
[Nexus 6  General] JavaTiggy:
Actually it does not work in all cases. When I tried it I got more calls then on LTE but still missed some straight to voicemail

The Tig using Tapatalk
[Nexus 6  General] Mistertac:
I'm on M Preview an wonder if this " Keep Cellular Data Active " while on WiFi would help this at all.
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
I can also confirm that that does work.

Hopefully it will be fixed.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Wanting to get notification LED's working on my New N6

Is my only option to root and use Light Flow ?

If so whats the best apps to use to get the job done ?
[Nexus 6  General] :
Most custom ROMs have this option baked in. Again, I recommend Pure Nexus, as it also has SprintDM.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Thanks for the reply

I don't really want to do a custom rom yet i just got and activated the phone just finished customizing all my apps I havn't even used it yet

Want to stay stock for a while but still need the LEDS working
[Nexus 6  General] :
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3146814
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Thanks again for the quick reply

I'd like to give that a try but I'm not exactly sure how to deal with a Flash-able (aroma installer) ?

I never installed one before ?

Maybe someone could point me to a good how to video maybe before i fry my new unit :)
[Nexus 6  General] imex99:
Anyone get WiFi tethering working?
[Nexus 6  General] KCT1975:
Just a Public Service Announcement...

Tethering is Against the Sprint TOS unless you have a Sprint Tethering Plan
[Nexus 6  General] ipdstnger2:
Yep. About 10 minutes after I got my N6
[Nexus 6  General] imex99:
Help please....
[Nexus 6  General] ipdstnger2:
Unlock bootloader. Push TWRP. Flash ROM. Profit.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
I just upgraded from an old S3 to a N6 and I'm looking for a simple alternative notification option that could take the place of what the LED did on my S3

I use an answering service to take my business calls when I'm sleep and they text me my msgs

With the S3 as I was sleeping i would just open my eyes for a second and with my phone charging next to me If I had any txt msgs or missed calls the LED would be blinking telling me i need to check my msgs

Is there any alternative way to do that with the Nexus like a way to make Ambient display stay on or some other way ?
[Nexus 6  General] :
Here is the tutorial for light flow:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2988506

However, keep an eye out for excessive battery drain and wakelocks. This is why, when you originally asked, I suggested the custom ROM solution.

Good luck! :)
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Yeah think I'm going to install that Pure Nexus rom later today watched the video review in the thread here on it looks like extra nice rom with ton of usable options

maybe you can you point me to a good how to video on how to root the Nexus been about 3 years since I rooted my last phone I can easily make a mess of this with out the right instructions I have like zero experience

Thanks
[Nexus 6  General] :
This should suffice:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2948481

Also, check the sticky roll up thread, for other helpful guides. :)

+1 for Pure Nexus. The ROM thread is very friendly as well. Don't be afraid to ask any questions you have in there.
[Nexus 6  General] Markeee:
Good deal thanks for your help
[Nexus 6  General] kevingaspar:
I pre-ordered my Nexus 6 from a Sprint corporate store and it arrived at the store on the 19th. After I got home with it, I saw an article stating the price dropped androidauthoritydotcom/sprint-lowers-nexus-6-price-568609 I called customer service and they told me to go back to the store to get the difference refunded. After an hour at the store they told me they couldn't change the price without shipping back the phone RMA and waiting 5 days to reset upgrade eligibility. Any suggestions?
[Nexus 6  General] kEvinErd:
Anyone bought their Sprint sets from BestBuy or Amazon? Both of these sites are stating that their Sprint sets are carrier-locked.

I'm wondering if this is true.
[Nexus 6  General] truckroot:
I'll let u know in a few days. I got Best Buy to price match Amazon at $648 through some rigorous conversations with customer service. AFAIK the only SIM locked unit is AT&T. I've read of others buying from Sprint and using on Verizon and Straight Talk.
[Nexus 6  General] kEvinErd:
Thanks! Not only is Amazon stating that the Sprint set is carrier-locked, someone who apparently bought the Sprint set from Amazon left a review saying that the Sprint set from Amazon is indeed locked.
[Nexus 6  General] truckroot:
I read that one also. I believe its shipped with a Sprint SIM card, but just remove it before powering it on. I ordered mine Friday and I'll have it Wednesday, hoping my nano SIM comes around the same time from Str8 Talk so I'll post back then.
[Nexus 6  General] Sammae7:
I'm an AT&T user and I bought my Nex6 from BestBuy, the Sprint version. It is indeed unlocked. Removed the Sprint sim, popped in my AT&T sim, and I was done.
[Nexus 6  General] kEvinErd:
Great thanks! Ive ordered the Sprint set from Amazon myself and now I'm worried that its carrier-locked.

Thanks for confirming! Now I'm hoping someone who bought the Sprint set from Amazon can confirm that the set is unlocked.
[Nexus 6  General] Sammae7:
I'm sure the Amazon ones are unlocked too. Same version, just different seller. I think everyone assumed it would be locked due to AT&T announcing theirs is locked and just never changed the description.
[Nexus 6  General] Micronads:
Bought a Sprint version yesterday for my wife. It is same part number as my Motorola version. Only difference is it says kit at the end. Probably because it comes with a SIM card for Sprint. I do not think it is locked. It would have different part number if it was.
[Nexus 6  General] PeteSeiler2010:
I just got my Nexus 6 from a corporate Sprint store yesterday and mine is unlocked.
[Nexus 6  General] Sammae7:
Only AT&T had the audacity to lock theirs. I'm sure they lost quite a bit of sales because of it, too. I know they lost mine.
[Nexus 6  General] kEvinErd:
Another user reporting that the Sprint Nexus 6 sets from Amazon are sim-locked.

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/help/amazon-purchase-sprint-nexus-6-locked-t2966090#post57341963

Are there more than 1 variations of Sprint Nexus 6?!