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Today, 02:20 PM
Yes, I did not think of that. I don't have a 4K TV. I have low-res eyes. There is no point in replacing my 1080 TVs until they die.
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Today, 02:17 PM
Data on the phone and hotspot is truly unlimited - almost. There have been reports of people using more than a terabyte a month being warned or...
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Today, 02:16 PM
Tforce has always been helpful with my TMobile prepaid account including eSIM moves. Contact them via Facebook messenger or Twitter dm
Sent from...
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Today, 02:06 PM
I understand that most resellers want to pay by Paypal for NIB phones so they can "clawback" the payment is necessary. But why are they taking that...
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Today, 02:00 PM
Thanks for the link. I'll have hubby check it out.
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Today, 01:55 PM
Just got an email from GadgetGone. I don't know where they got the impression of a 'locked' device or 'a few' items (only 1 in the order). I don't...
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Today, 01:00 PM
Make sure she is connected to the 5GHz wifi.
Bluetooth can jam the 2.4GHz, especially in a phone as they usually use the same antenna for both to...
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Today, 12:58 PM
Thanks for the update! it's always frustrating when you happen to live in a dead-zone. I'm glad you were able to find a work-around. Not all MVNO's...
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Today, 12:50 PM
Tracfone usually does not "replace" SIMs as in pre-activate and send it out
You just buy a BYOP one and transfer the line to it yourself in the...
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Today, 12:43 PM
When (trying to) activate a new line or transfer an existing one to a TMO or AT&T SIM from the (soon to disappear) old triple SIM kits
you will...
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Today, 12:36 PM
BYOP SIMs cost around a dollar.
Move whatever number / line you like from the TF-bundled SIM to a virgin BYOP SIM
and then you can (test / try)...
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Today, 12:30 PM
Hotspotting to a large screen device
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Today, 12:29 PM
When does Visible go to that speed?
My understanding:
Hotspot is a 5Mbps throttle.
Overall data usage at high speed LTE is truly unlimited....
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Today, 12:23 PM
Should work fine on TMO
CDMA is irrelevant for USA anymore but as mentioned AT&T and VZW demand IMEI be whitelisted
Dunno if store managers...
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Today, 11:56 AM
So, wi-fi calling for a week while at home seemed to resolve the issue at home. While out of the house, calling on cellular worked fine. We did...
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Today, 11:45 AM
chris330r
I have not had T-Mobile for years having switches when AT&T had coverage somewhere I was going regularly and T-Mobile did not at that...
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Today, 11:29 AM
I do not use GooGoo Photos. Too complex for my poo brain.
I looked at "Gallery-- Simple and Fast" and it is extremely simple, a good viewer if...
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Today, 11:12 AM
That tik tok ad just drives me nuts. it hasn't appeared on my Gallery app because I have an older version that doesn't do stuff like that, but I do...
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Today, 10:45 AM
The only difference between that model and the one that was sold in the US is the lack of CDMA (and China specific TD-SCDMA) according to the...
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Today, 10:36 AM
I start noticing about below 3Mbps for general use. In the 3Mbps range it needs to be solid, with low packet loss, jitter, and reasonable upload...
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Today, 10:17 AM
To use Google Photos to view locally stored pics (on the phone), once you have the app open you hit the Library tab at the bottom, and most locations...
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Today, 10:16 AM
What happened? I got a quote but haven't shipped the phone yet. I haven't got paid for my unlocked NIB iPhone 11 from BBB, but a specialist did email...
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Today, 10:02 AM
Husband hates Google Photos. I found him "Gallery - Simple and Fast", its free and no ads. He likes it so far.
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Today, 08:41 AM
Thanks! I liked the idea of having something on an esim so I didn't have to switch around SIM cards, but your advice makes sense, especially when we...
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Today, 08:34 AM
Hmmm. Other than upload CA with the anchor + n5, all download combos should be the same with either of those since they are both low band.
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Today, 07:36 AM
Yep, the XR/XS and later all support eSIM. As long as he's not needing to call anyone local when he's there, a data-only SIM could work well. Airalo...
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Today, 07:31 AM
Personally, I sometimes disable B29 since my phone will choose B29 over n5 at times and limits carrier aggregation options.
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Today, 07:25 AM
From The Web:
WWDC 2023: all the news from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference
Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and 17 expected to feature larger...
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Today, 07:00 AM
From The Web:
WWDC 2023: all the news from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference
Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and 17 expected to feature larger...
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Today, 06:00 AM
A seller on Bonanza has for sale an iPhone 7, "international model". The item traits says: Phone is in great working condition but is an...
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Today, 05:25 AM
I used the free Quick Pic app for a long time without ads, but now it starts playing the annoying Tik Tok ad.
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Yesterday, 11:18 PM
Here's the paid pro version. Not very good ratings on either version. I've used the free version for a long time but never tried Pro. I do like...
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Yesterday, 11:14 PM
I've been using Simple Gallery app for years (orange icon) and have never had it pop ads on me. No ads at all other than asking to be rated or to...
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Yesterday, 10:01 PM
I didn’t have good signal. Went outside and it worked for calls. At least the voicemail to email works for any missed calls.
Sent from my...
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Yesterday, 09:49 PM
Photos was the first thing I tried, but it does not seem to recognize screenshots taken by the A3 (and won't back them up). According to Files, they...
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Yesterday, 09:34 PM
thanks for the info , very interesting you sort of went around the system in place in a way lol, you dont even use my choice..
clever if it works...
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Yesterday, 09:33 PM
The 11 is now 300.00 trade in on a 7A at the Google store.
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Yesterday, 09:13 PM
Google wants you to use their Photo app to view/manage photos. I just download one of the Gallery apps from the Play Store. The annoying thing is...
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Yesterday, 09:08 PM
hpham or anyone else still watching this thread -
The A3 does not have the "Gallery" app for browsing photos stored on the phone. The manual...
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Yesterday, 09:02 PM
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Yesterday, 08:52 PM
You activate the new BYOP SIM with A TRANSFER from the current SIM as one transaction. See steps 1 through 5 in THIS POST #6730 . As of now, TF...
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Yesterday, 08:52 PM
Be careful of Gadgetgone. It is another lying, cheating company. Same as the several others that seem to populate the phone reseller business.
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Yesterday, 08:38 PM
I sent one last week during this latest mess after talking to them on the phone and getting the UPS label via the alternate email addr. It is to be...
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Yesterday, 08:23 PM
Thanks. These phones are for my wife/daughter, so I don't want any grief about usability issues.
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Yesterday, 08:22 PM
So I should just activate a NEW BYOP SIM to use with my new phone, then I just transfer my minutes/days to that new SIM? At that point, I should be...
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Yesterday, 08:18 PM
You can use your T-Mobile sims in your Unlocked 11’s.
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Yesterday, 08:16 PM
backend says Telna, but doesnt seem to be reselling knowroaming or airalo directly (doesnt match the packages that knowroaming sells)
probably...
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Yesterday, 08:12 PM
Pickup a .99 BYOP sim, activate it, keeping the number on the Moto G.
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Yesterday, 08:06 PM
I basically advise against SIM swapping a TF/Verizon SIM and SIMs that came from a TF-sold device. You can easily transfer service from a TF-sold...
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Yesterday, 08:05 PM
Interesting
He has an iPhone 11 so in Googling it seems that should have eSim
I will have to look at this
So basically you are saying I can...
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Yesterday, 08:03 PM
Mine working fine, no problems calling or receiving calls.
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Yesterday, 07:59 PM
Well, that's the problem. I'm pretty sure this SIM is from one of several devices I bought from TF using Rewards codes.
On a similar note, I have...
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Yesterday, 07:48 PM
You can, as long as that SIM is not originally from a TF-sold device and preferrably not a BYOP TF/Verizon SIM. Doesn't make any difference whether...
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Yesterday, 07:44 PM
That is true.
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Yesterday, 07:43 PM
I think that would depend on whether you're checking email, watching a 4K video, or something in between.
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Yesterday, 07:42 PM
I don't have actual experience with replacing a lost SIM/device. My understanding of the process is that you contact TF and report that the...
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Yesterday, 07:36 PM
I switched from Visible (physical sim) to RedPocket (esim). So it gave me an excuse to test out my TruPhone Sim again.
I can place calls to...
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Yesterday, 07:34 PM
I have a similar situation. I have a TF sim in an unlocked Moto G Stylus. It's basically a backup device with a ton of minutes and service days.
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Yesterday, 07:25 PM
In a related question, will TF easily replace a SIM card if I lose the device/SIM? This phone has something like 8 years of service days attached to...
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Yesterday, 07:22 PM
I'm getting a OnePlus 11. My primary concern with using an eSIM for my main service (T-Mobile) is if my phone should get damaged, it may be difficult...
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Yesterday, 07:17 PM
Well, I bought a LG Stylo 3 with a cracked screen for $20.
The seller said they dropped it a week after they bought it and it's been used as a...
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Yesterday, 07:12 PM
I shipped my unlocked refurb XR to WCT today, but I placed my order on 5/15 before they have problems with their email system. I don't have concerns...
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Yesterday, 07:08 PM
If it's for a stay longer than 1-2 weeks just get a prepaid with local carrier. With the same money, you will get much better rate with local carrier...
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Yesterday, 06:51 PM
After trying to place an order for the last 9 days which ended up with an error message at the end, I tried again today. Got the same error message...
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Yesterday, 06:27 PM
I know ping is important too.
Talking 4g lte and 5g data.
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Yesterday, 06:14 PM
You can stop scratching. I just won all the points available today (5).
Sorry had to share because I was shocked to get anything.
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Yesterday, 06:13 PM
Just curious, which phone are you getting that has two physical SIMs AND one eSIM ?
Before you get too far with your plan, I believe right now TF...
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Yesterday, 05:58 PM
I just did it this afternoon, replacing a refurb iPhone XR with a new iPhone11 by doing a transfer, then removing the XR from the account so it could...
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Yesterday, 05:57 PM
I had the same problem with Target. Ordered a Play for in stock in-store pickup. When it went out of stock, they shipped it to me. Activated and...
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Yesterday, 05:53 PM
Same here, 2 weeks ago.
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Yesterday, 05:50 PM
I'm getting a new phone that has 2 SIM slots and 1 eSIM.
My primary service is with T-Mobile, but I'd like to put my TF SIM into the second slot....
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Yesterday, 05:42 PM
In January I used a $300 coupon code and got a Samsung A53 and a Moto G Power 2022. The Moto came in a white box but it looked like a new phone and...
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Yesterday, 04:48 PM
Yes now that I think about it, the plastic on the phone is the same as the new phones (with the fancy red wordings) whereas the A51 refurb that I...
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Yesterday, 04:10 PM
I do that with my Samsung S23 phone currently. No issues for me.
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Yesterday, 04:07 PM
I ordered 2 new Moto G Powers in late November when they were half price as part of a Black Friday promotion. They both come in the white boxes and...
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Yesterday, 04:01 PM
Thanks Woz2000 for the info and hpham for the advice. Very much appreciated!!!
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Yesterday, 03:38 PM
Yeah, without a clearly stated warranty period it's hard to tell if it's new or refurb. But I think the fact that you didn't have to buy a required...
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Yesterday, 03:35 PM
If this continues, perhaps leave the phone on at night and set an on and off time with do not disturb.
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Yesterday, 03:30 PM
White box has a single sticker on it, SKU TFMTXT2165DCWHP and the IMEI. No warranty sticker. I suppose the lack of the 90 day round refurb sticker...
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Yesterday, 03:16 PM
If you got charged $69.99 for the G Power and didn't have to buy an airtime card for it, then it's likely not a refurb. There have been posts from...
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Yesterday, 03:12 PM
I have only heard of iPhones get locked from the flex policy. So if the SIM that was moved was the first SIM in these flex policy iPhones, then it...
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Yesterday, 03:08 PM
Woz2000 already answered your question. But here's a tip: If you're not going to renew the G Stylus's service with TF, remove it from your TF account...
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Yesterday, 03:00 PM
So here's an update on my $300 reward certificate order. My last order in July or August of 2022 was recalled and I have not ordered since.
I...
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Yesterday, 02:59 PM
I hope not. I currently have Telus and they have/had both TMo and ATT for US roaming. The experience seems better with TMo.
Now that they came out...
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Yesterday, 02:55 PM
No. If the phone is unlocked, you can use it with any compatible carrier regardless of the SIM status. But do not put the Tracfone SIM in another...
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Yesterday, 02:40 PM
I never heard of that but will definitely check it out. Thanks. I don't make too many calls but when I do I use T Mobile Relay, but this looks like a...
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Yesterday, 02:39 PM
Is it ok to remove the active TracFone Verizon sim in my unlocked Tracfone Moto g Stylus and put an actived US Mobile SIM in it to use. Does removing...
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Yesterday, 01:53 PM
I’ve never heard or seen an unlocked iPhone get sim locked after sim swapping.
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Yesterday, 01:45 PM
@ WhizzWr & @ andyk88
Thanks for the 15% off coupon codes. I'll tell my son to use one of those, if a valid 40% or 50% off code doesn't become...
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Yesterday, 01:36 PM
Exactly. All the phones I am using have NEVER been on tracfone's service. They are all just unlocked phones(Apple for me, mainly).
But you are...
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