Does it support T-Mobile USA 4G network Does it support T-Mobile USA 4G network at maximum speed?
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I found the answer:"The model does not have 4G LTE connectivity, unlike many Android phones currently sold by carriers. Thus, the GT-i9300 can only connect to AT&T;'s HSPA+ network. On T-Mobile the phone would be able to make calls, but won't be able to connect to high-speed data as the GT-i9300 lacks support for T-Mobile's 1700MHz band. Needless to say, the phone won't work on Verizon and Sprint."http://www.pcworld.com/article/255970/samsung_galaxy_s_iii_available_june_1_from_amazon_for_800.html
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Nope. US carriers use different technologies for their wireless network. It MAY work on Sprint's 3G because they use the same technology as Verizon. But that depends on the frequencies, or "bands" that the phone uses and that Sprint uses. I don't know off the top of my head, but I could do some digging for you.
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All signs point to no. If you get it on Verizon, it'll only work on Verizon. There are options, though. If you have enough money to buy the phone outright instead of going on contract, you can sell it on eBay once you switch to Sprint for pretty close to retail. You might lose $50-$80 selling it used, though. If money really is a concern, it'd be best to just wait until you are on T-Mo. The price of the GS3 might have even gone down by then!
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Actually, there's news out now that T-Mo is reappropriating their 1900 Mhz band to 3g/HSPA+. They just flipped the switch in San Francisco, I believe. So this might be changing. I really want this version for the Tegra3 and lack of branding on the back.
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Rumor is the official TMO version will have the Qualcomm chip instead of the Samsung chip. Not sure if it's better. I won't get this phone just to wait on TMO to turn on 1900 Mhz if it's not already on. It might take them months, if not years. Would be bad to have this phone, and be stuck on EDGE speed.
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T-Mobile is expected to come out with their own version of the phone, which WILL support T-Mobile's 1700MHz band. So don't buy this model if you want to use it on T-Mobile's network - wait for T_mobile's version.
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Thanks!!! and if I buy the one from Verizon, can I unlocked and use it for T-Mobile? because my plan from Verizon end on november, and I am planning not to continue and switch to T-Mbile
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Hey Veronica, it definitely does not! The only one that will work on Verizon would be the one you buy from Verizon, unfortunately.
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I'm currently using mine on T-Mobile with 4g, its been about a month and no issues yet. If that helps, I'm sure It'll work on any other U.S carrier.
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I don't believe this phone will have 4G and the compatible networks would have to be ATT and T-Mobile in the US. HSPA+ should be the fastest connection available with this phone
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Yes, it does work with T mobile, but you will get only Edge speed (slowest network speed) if the phone is the International version.in order to get full speed 4G,4G-LTE(fastest network speed ) from T mobile you need to get the T mobile unlocked version (U.S.version. not the international version).the international version is good only for oversea such as in China or Europ..etc. To use in the U.S. it must be compatible network bands.For my advices , please read the phone 's descriptions or specifications to avoid mistakes.
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Yes this model works with 4g LTE. It has the category 4 band that T-Mobile uses.
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The device should be able to run on T-Mobile as long as it's not locked to another carrier. For 3G speeds on T-Mobile, the device should be able to support both 3G bands UMTS 1700/2100 MHz.
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This phone does not support LTE or 4G in US. T-Mobile supported up to 2G and AT&T; up to 3G.
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Yes, it does. I use it on T-Mobile and it works just fine. However, as far as I know the international model doesn't support T-Mobile's 4G frequencies, so it'll only get 3G speeds.
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Unfortunately the phone does not display at what frequency it is currently connected.It does support 3G(t-mobile in Los Angeles) .
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It only partially supports T-Mobile 3G/4G HSPA bands. It does not support the 1700mhz band which is what the majority of T-Mobile's 3G/4G HSPA service uses. They have refarmed some areas to use the 1900mhz band but not all of them. It is also hard to find out what areas have been refarmed but there is a map out there somewhere that shows it. However, it does appear to have full 2G and 4G LTE coverage
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From what I read the Network that the device supports will only work on 3G. At least on TMobile Towers. The Device does not support the HSPA/+ Bands and to my understanding will not support 4G. But again. I was only able to barely configure it on TMobile.
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Yes. The RM-900 model (this one) is an 850/1900 MHz model that supports T-Mobile's 2g network.
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Yes, this device is compatible with any GSM provider in the world. The device may not reach 3G speeds in your area while on the T-Mobile network. Please check if your area has been refarmed to use the 1900MHz band for 3G.
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Yes. I'm a T mobile subscriber and the phone works fine - have them change your sim card to the US version. Something called 3G H+ versus 4G will be your internet speed.
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Hey, here is priceangels. The band for 3G this phone supports is WCDMA 900MHz and 2100MHz.In US, T-mobile supports 3G band in WCDMA 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz. So if you have a T-mobile SIM, you can use this phone to access 3G network.
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It should work on 3G network. I do believe 4G also supported but not 100% sure. Sorry for not being clearer.
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Did you read the specifications for it?? Yes it has GSM,, BUT!!!! You really need to look at the radio frequencies it works on and then check the radio frequencies of the service provider you want to use it on.For example. Here in the USA both AT&T; and T-Mobile use the GSM system, BUT!!! T-Mobile uses a radio frequencies for their LTE or 3G service that the table doesn't accommodate. So using the GT-P6800 on T-Mobile limits it to 2G (<.7 mpbs max speed) service while using it on AT&T; at least lets it get the faster HSPDA+ (~ .7 -1.5 mbps) service even though it doesn't get AT&T; LTE service.So, look at the radio specs and check the carrier requirements. Did you read the specifications for it?? Yes it has GSM,, BUT!!!! You really need to look at the radio frequencies it works on and then check the radio frequencies of the service provider you want to use it on.For example. Here in the USA both AT&T; and T-Mobile use the GSM system, BUT!!! T-Mobile uses a radio frequencies for their LTE or 3G service that the table doesn't accommodate. So using the GT-P6800 on T-Mobile limits it to 2G (<.7 mpbs max speed) service while using it on AT&T; at least lets it get the faster HSPDA+ (~ .7 -1.5 mbps) service even though it doesn't get AT&T; LTE... » Read More Did you read the specifications for it?? Yes it has GSM,, BUT!!!! You really need to look at the radio frequencies it works on and then check the radio frequencies of the service provider you want to use it on.For example. Here in the USA both AT&T; and T-Mobile use the GSM system, BUT!!! T-Mobile uses a radio frequencies for their LTE or 3G service that the table doesn't accommodate. So using the GT-P6800 on T-Mobile limits it to 2G (<.7 mpbs max speed) service while using it on AT&T; at least lets it get the faster HSPDA+ (~ .7 -1.5 mbps) service even though it doesn't get AT&T; LTE service.So, look at the radio specs and check the carrier requirements. « Show Less