Dopod Trinity in Toronto

[Shaolyn]

Hi, i currently live in toronto, canada, and i use rogers as my provider. when i put my sim card (from rogers) and turn on the phone, the phone says that it the network cannot find something (provider i think), and i should update my software. it then takes me to the "network connections" where i choose my country, and my provider. i notice that Canada is not in that drop down box. can someone please tell me how i can go about choosing Canada, or do i have to flash with a modded firmware instead of an original firmware? please answer!

[daeveman]

Hi, i currently live in toronto, canada, and i use rogers as my provider. when i put my sim card (from rogers) and turn on the phone, the phone says that it the network cannot find something (provider i think), and i should update my software. it then takes me to the "network connections" where i choose my country, and my provider. i notice that Canada is not in that drop down box. can someone please tell me how i can go about choosing Canada, or do i have to flash with a modded firmware instead of an original firmware? please answer!

Same thing happened here, I live in Brazil and it is not in the drop down list. I just choose dismiss (or something like that) as soon as the first message appears, followed by "do now show message again" (or smth like that).

Been using the phone without any problems so far.

[Shaolyn]

oh yea? ok t hats cool. do you think you can help me out then..

i dont understand what 3G EDGE GPRS are.. like because im with the provider, i do not want to be charged more than just calling people.

when i plug in my sim card, do you know what is supposed to be displayed on the top of the dopod, near the Signal strength?

and could you tell me what each of those three mean? thankss

[dms182]

oh yea? ok t hats cool. do you think you can help me out then..

i dont understand what 3G EDGE GPRS are.. like because im with the provider, i do not want to be charged more than just calling people.

when i plug in my sim card, do you know what is supposed to be displayed on the top of the dopod, near the Signal strength?

and could you tell me what each of those three mean? thankss

Answer:
3G-Video calling using the secondary camera (which we can't use yet in canada)
EDGE- Basically high speed data transfer (since you are with rogers, I believe there are data plans that support that feature)
GPRS-Never use it, cuz it charges on your airtime using the towers

[Shaolyn]

Answer:
3G-Video calling using the secondary camera (which we can't use yet in canada)
EDGE- Basically high speed data transfer (since you are with rogers, I believe there are data plans that support that feature)
GPRS-Never use it, cuz it charges on your airtime using the towers

ok, but then if i were to use roger, what should i be seeing near or beside my signal strength? i notice your using fido. what do you see there, because i was thinking of fido as well

[watchsat]

ok, but then if i were to use roger, what should i be seeing near or beside my signal strength? i notice your using fido. what do you see there, because i was thinking of fido as well

In Calgary downtown Rogers services, my CHT9100 can get 3G signal (showed small 3G icon on the top); other places alway has EDGE signal (showed small E icon instead).

[Shaolyn]

In Calgary downtown Rogers services, my CHT9100 can get 3G signal (showed small 3G icon on the top); other places alway has EDGE signal (showed small E icon instead).

and for those you do not get charged right?

[watchsat]

and for those you do not get charged right?

Not really, the data(3G/EDGE) services in Canada is way too pricy yet, I change the default setting to "disable" the connections...

[Shaolyn]

Not really, the data(3G/EDGE) services in Canada is way too pricy yet, I change the default setting to "disable" the connections...

ok, then normally if i dont want to be charged with anything other than having signal strength and making calls, what normally shows near the signal strength? i guess my question really is: if i dont want EDGE, 3G or UTMS or anything, what should i be seeing beside the signal strength?

[watchsat]

ok, then normally if i dont want to be charged with anything other than having signal strength and making calls, what normally shows near the signal strength? i guess my question really is: if i dont want EDGE, 3G or UTMS or anything, what should i be seeing beside the signal strength?

You can call Rogers and tell them you don't want any data services, then you should see a X icon right beside your signal strength level...

[Shaolyn]

Ok when i put it in it says:

Network Wizard
Your current operator (30272) is not supported. You should obtain an update from your device vendor.

Would you like to select another network provider?

I want to put canada in it.. if anyone knows how to do it please post!!

[gwmkwan]

In Calgary downtown Rogers services, my CHT9100 can get 3G signal (showed small 3G icon on the top); other places alway has EDGE signal (showed small E icon instead).

same happen to my P3600 in calgary too. does i didnt know rogers offer 3G service

[watchsat]

same happen to my P3600 in calgary too. does i didnt know rogers offer 3G service

Rogers will provide 3G services in late July, I think what we got is testing signal...

[my00rs]

Rogers will provide 3G services in late July, I think what we got is testing signal...

Oh really?? Is that the 3G will be available to all Canada customers or just a few cities only?

But I cannot see this announcement in the Rogers website though.

[sniperess]

Hi, i currently live in toronto, canada, and i use rogers as my provider. when i put my sim card (from rogers) and turn on the phone, the phone says that it the network cannot find something (provider i think), and i should update my software. it then takes me to the "network connections" where i choose my country, and my provider. i notice that Canada is not in that drop down box. can someone please tell me how i can go about choosing Canada, or do i have to flash with a modded firmware instead of an original firmware? please answer!

I'm running original HTC WM5 firmware with the GPS it works great on Rogers =/

[yegor]

3G was available in Toronto since early 2007, but at the prices Rogers charges, they can go and fuck themselves with a large steel pipe.

[Shaolyn]

I'm running original HTC WM5 firmware with the GPS it works great on Rogers =/

i see i see.. but when i put the sim card in, i notice i dont have a full signal.. theres like only 2/4 signal strength. is there any way to make it a full signal strength?

[Shaolyn]

3G was available in Toronto since early 2007, but at the prices Rogers charges, they can go and fuck themselves with a large steel pipe.

i called fido, and apparently (the perosn on the phone told me) that one of the two (3G or EDGE) is not charged. he said something about a price/kb for one of the two, and that the other one doesnt have a charge..

[sniperess]

3G was available in Toronto since early 2007, but at the prices Rogers charges, they can go and fuck themselves with a large steel pipe.

Agreed. I disabled all data way back when I had a regular phone. I kept getting random data charges when I never loaded my browser :confused: so I just disabled it. Anyway, I get the 3G logo, however, I haven't tested out the transfer rates or anything like that. I don't know if you can boost the signal or anything, I manage to make calls (which are surprisingly perfectly clear) with 1 bar.

[dms182]

I get the Edge logo on my phone in vancouver. I do know that they charge for Edge usage here and there was a big promo for unlimited Edge usage for about $40 bucks per month posted on craigslist.com. I know 3G network has been built, but probably a few good years before it's affordable to use.

[dms182]

I'm running original HTC WM5 firmware with the GPS it works great on Rogers =/
Hey, what program for your GPS are you using? I'm trying to find a good software for my 810 dopod. I'm waiting though for the WM6 upgrade from the official site in july. thanks...

[Shaolyn]

Hey, what program for your GPS are you using? I'm trying to find a good software for my 810 dopod. I'm waiting though for the WM6 upgrade from the official site in july. thanks...

when you upgrade to wm6, and since your in canada, what firmware are you going to use? i dont know if there is a specific firmware for each country..

[Aero]

I get the Edge logo on my phone in vancouver. I do know that they charge for Edge usage here and there was a big promo for unlimited Edge usage for about $40 bucks per month posted on craigslist.com. I know 3G network has been built, but probably a few good years before it's affordable to use.

Considering that mobile competition is close to nothing here in Canada I would say decades instead of years. :mad:

[dms182]

Considering that mobile competition is close to nothing here in Canada I would say decades instead of years. :mad:
Like any other new network improvements here. Edge network, as I recall, was started about 2.5 years here from what I heard. And now it's been introduced. Though I agree that north america sucks when it comes to offering these type of services. I see that it might be accessible but not affordable for us anytime in the near future.

[dms182]

when you upgrade to wm6, and since your in canada, what firmware are you going to use? i dont know if there is a specific firmware for each country..
Actually, I'm not quite sure. In fact, I just assume that it won't be affect (hopefully). Can anyone shed a light on this one?

[Aero]

Actually, I'm not quite sure. In fact, I just assume that it won't be affect (hopefully). Can anyone shed a light on this one?

This is for the GPS question, it doesnt matter if you have WM5 or WM6. You only need a specific map (for your location), same app for any country (different if you want a french or spanish or a german localization). As long as you have the map for a specific are it will work. You can change the units (ie. mph to km/h, etc...). Im using tomtom 6 anyway. Some app might be different tho.

EDIT: GPS and rogers?? is it GPS (global positioning sat) or GPRS (general packet radio service).

[Shaolyn]

This is for the GPS question, it doesnt matter if you have WM5 or WM6. You only need a specific map (for your location), same app for any country (different if you want a french or spanish or a german localization). As long as you have the map for a specific are it will work. You can change the units (ie. mph to km/h, etc...). Im using tomtom 6 anyway. Some app might be different tho.

EDIT: GPS and rogers?? is it GPS (global positioning sat) or GPRS (general packet radio service).

Ok, could you tell me where i could get the site for my area? or will it come with the WM6 upgrade

[my00rs]

Ok, could you tell me where i could get the site for my area? or will it come with the WM6 upgrade

WM6 won't come with Tomtom6 either

Its another software

You have to search from the internet or from official Tomtom website to get a copy

[gwmkwan]

Hey, what program for your GPS are you using? I'm trying to find a good software for my 810 dopod. I'm waiting though for the WM6 upgrade from the official site in july. thanks...

i m using tomtom in calgary n i m usin the v675 map, soo far its not bad. but the map n the point of interest still need improvement. i cannot fink of n e other gps software that has the most updated map in canada.

[gwmkwan]

Ok, could you tell me where i could get the site for my area? or will it come with the WM6 upgrade

u need to purchase the map from tomtom website
i fink the current latest map version is 675

[Aero]

i m using tomtom in calgary n i m usin the v675 map, soo far its not bad. but the map n the point of interest still need improvement. i cannot fink of n e other gps software that has the most updated map in canada.

Im currently using 650, I heard that there are some problems (well not problems anyway, its just that it kinda want you to take the long way) with the 675

[gwmkwan]

Im currently using 650, I heard that there are some problems (well not problems anyway, its just that it kinda want you to take the long way) with the 675

i did use 650 before but the map was soo outdated, i was kinda pointless to use. i havent had n e problem wit v675 yet but 675 does load slower compare to 650.
which map do u use? north america, usa n canada, or just canada?

[Shaolyn]

u need to purchase the map from tomtom website
i fink the current latest map version is 675

my friend has tomtom on his smartphone; do you think i could get him to give me the map? or do i have to pay from the tomtom website?

[gwmkwan]

my friend has tomtom on his smartphone; do you think i could get him to give me the map? or do i have to pay from the tomtom website?

it should be compatible n just hope tomtom doesn't ask u for the activation key.
for strange reason, tomtom doesnt ask me for the key on every installation.

[Aero]

my friend has tomtom on his smartphone; do you think i could get him to give me the map? or do i have to pay from the tomtom website?

You have to pay for it, they sell maps.

[dms182]

Hey guys, I want to know if anyone in T.O has got any information about the 3G network. I talked to my contact in rogers and "apparantly" they're going to launch the 3.5G HSPDA network for canada and is apparantly available in T.O already! Can anyone in that area find out if it's true about being available now? Thanks guys.

[neptune]

Hey guys, I want to know if anyone in T.O has got any information about the 3G network. I talked to my contact in rogers and "apparantly" they're going to launch the 3.5G HSPDA network for canada and is apparantly available in T.O already! Can anyone in that area find out if it's true about being available now? Thanks guys.

Ye its been good to go for a while now. I think Rogers was the first carrier in NA to release video calling on its network.

[dms182]

Ye its been good to go for a while now. I think Rogers was the first carrier in NA to release video calling on its network.

Thanks Neptune, are you currently using that feature or know of anyone using that? I just want to have an idea the quality and price range that we're looking at as it will be offered in Vancouver in Nov. this year. Thanks again!!!