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Three sim in unlocked G1 uk

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crazy88

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Hi, I have done a search and could not find my answer so thought I would ask. I am currently on contract with 3 in the uk and it's about to end. They offered me a good deal on a nokia e71 which I want, but want to sell the phone and buy an unlocked g1. Would a 3 usim work in the phone? I remember some phones used to not recognize a 3 usim. If anyone has tried it that would be great to know before I buy a g1.

Thanks in advance. And if there is a thread elsewhere with the answer, you can simply point me there instead.

Crazy88
 
a 3 sim works fine i've had one in mine.

APN settings
Code: 
Name - 3
Apn - three.co.uk
proxy - not set
port - not set
Username - not set
Password - not set
Server - not set
MMSC - http://mms.um.three.co.uk:10021/mmsc
MMS proxy - mms.three.co.uk
MMS port - 8799
MCC - 234
MNC - 20
APN type - not set
 
Cheers dude! Thanks very much for replying, and for the settings! :D Looks like I need to go to the three store and try my bartering skills now.

Just a quick question too, i take it all the marketplace works etc?
 
Thanks again mate! Really appreciate the help. How you finding your battery life? Do you use the bigger battery, or standard?
 
standard battery, it suits me fine when i'm at work with a bit of browsing at break times, i might need a spare battery if i was away for a whole day though.
it all depends on how much you use it, having a good signal helps as the phone doesn't have to turn up its power to much.
 
I just bought me a G1. I just need to wait for it to arrive now. I was very tempted by the Magic, but went to play with a G1 and really liked having a physical keyboard. My only concern then was the battery life, which I have read up about and read the long thread on this forum for conditioning the battery etc.

I will be using it on the three network, so am going to keep my crappy (but good battery life) skype phone for if i need to go away for a few days with no way of charging the G1. But i'm sure that will be a rare occurance.

I can't wait to get it and get playing!!!!
 
crazy88 said:
I just bought me a G1. I just need to wait for it to arrive now. I was very tempted by the Magic, but went to play with a G1 and really liked having a physical keyboard. My only concern then was the battery life, which I have read up about and read the long thread on this forum for conditioning the battery etc.

I will be using it on the three network, so am going to keep my crappy (but good battery life) skype phone for if i need to go away for a few days with no way of charging the G1. But i'm sure that will be a rare occurance.

I can't wait to get it and get playing!!!!
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G1 or any Lithium-ION battery do not need conditioning ... they do not have memory issues ...
 
justjimjpc said:
G1 or any Lithium-ION battery do not need conditioning ... they do not have memory issues ...
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So what was all the thread about? haha. Was it just people getting a little excited? Or is the conditioning a software thing, as the phone doesn't realise the batteries capabilities?
 
crazy88 said:
So what was all the thread about? haha. Was it just people getting a little excited? Or is the conditioning a software thing, as the phone doesn't realise the batteries capabilities?
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People were applying the principles of a Nickel-Cad battery which does have memory ... and should be conditioned ...
 
crazy88 said:
But are laptops not the same batteries? I know they recommend a conditioning of them too.
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I don't know who the "they" you are referring to!

All batteries are not created equal and different materials have different properties...

Condition if you want ... it will shorten the life, if you let your batteries go to zero on a regular basis ...

It is recommended for L-Ion batteries to charge them before they are below 30% ... and to storage L-Ion batteries at ~ 40% and not fully charged ...
 
But surely it's actually very nearly impossible to run a battery to zero from a phone? I know you could get it close, but just because a device won't turn on does not mean it's at zero%. most devices have a much larger startup current consumption then when in a steady state of operation hence why the device won't power up. Anyway, either way... :)

Oh, I forgot to say...By 'they' I was really referring to apple, it's late and I forgot the question haha. Cheers for the replies!!
 
crazy88 said:
But surely it's actually very nearly impossible to run a battery to zero from a phone? I know you could get it close, but just because a device won't turn on does not mean it's at zero%. most devices have a much larger startup current consumption then when in a steady state of operation hence why the device won't power up. Anyway, either way... :)

Oh, I forgot to say...By 'they' I was really referring to apple, it's late and I forgot the question haha. Cheers for the replies!!
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Well not much I can tell you other than ... "Caveat Emptor"!!!

 
Haha! Fair enough. Bring on the G1 I say, I'm really looking forward to it. Despite any battery issues. If I have to I will just buy a bulky battery like from the link you sent me earlier.
 
deadite66 said:
a 3 sim works fine i've had one in mine.

APN settings
Code: 
Name - 3
Apn - three.co.uk
proxy - not set
port - not set
Username - not set
Password - not set
Server - not set
MMSC - http://mms.um.three.co.uk:10021/mmsc
MMS proxy - mms.three.co.uk
MMS port - 8799
MCC - 234
MNC - 20
APN type - not set
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Thanks again for the APN settings dude. I just got my G1 and the settings work great so far! :D
 
Just a quick question. My house has a sketchy Three signal, therefore often backs up onto 2g (i believe Orange). How do i go about setting this up? Currently I have it set so that it will not data roam on 2g networks as i'm scard of getting charged. I have unlimited internet through three...but not sure how it will work with other networks.

Cheers
 
Hi I unlocked my g1 and tried my 3 sim in it. Calls were fine and texting but I can't surf the net. Would apn setting above work and if so how do I get to set them?
If not could you help with a solution?

And don't think I have forgotten my manners.
Please, please, please. I am really desperate.
I have asked 3 uk and they don't support g1s
T mobile aren't helping
 
Yes my g1 now works in the uk on 3 network. I had to change the .... I 4get now but will post my whole process soon. In writing. Its simple when you follow word 4 word. I top up 15 pounds get 300 mins. 500 texts. 100 3 to 3 mins..... and........... 150mb internet included... whooooooop woooooooop.
 
I tell my gi to roam with internet and haven't incurred any cost. Even when you roam your data is included. They have an agreement. Also orange are the biggest 3g network in the uk.

Roam

Be free
 
deadite66 said:
a 3 sim works fine i've had one in mine.

APN settings
Code: 
Name - 3
Apn - three.co.uk
proxy - not set
port - not set
Username - not set
Password - not set
Server - not set
MMSC - http://mms.um.three.co.uk:10021/mmsc
MMS proxy - mms.three.co.uk
MMS port - 8799
MCC - 234
MNC - 20
APN type - not set
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I'm completely new to this, but I have had my G1 unlocked by T-Mobile and am using a 3 sim instead, guy from 3 store gave me this link as I am unable to connect to internet, everything else works ok. The question is how do I enter APN codes.
I have tried searching the forums on here without success.
 
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