3g Internet Sharing issues

[Kerensky18]

I have the ATT 8925 and I use it to tether to my laptop.. Normal internet browsing is fine but for downloads of any size or for internet video including Flash it does not.

When downloading I average about 20kb and than anywhere from 1/4-1/2 the way through it just stops and times out.. This happnes on all downloads 100% of the time..

When trying to watch any form of streaming media including flash it will play for a bit and than stop and won't buffer any more of the media. I will have to reload the page and even then it's not guarunteed to work..

I used to have the 8525 and could watching streaming media through orb on my phone and computer with no issues.. So I'm wondering if it's the phone or if its the network.

I live in the north Seattle, WA area and am using Duttys Diamond rom.

[kilrah]

When downloading I average about 20kb

This sounds like you're on EDGE and not on 3G. The other issues are linked, EDGE throughput and latency are highly dependent on network usage as data has low priority. If someone needs to use the tower you're on to place a call, that can put your connection on hold for minutes.

I've had to use my phone as only internet access for nearly 2 months, no 3G coverage where I live so I do know well enough what to expect... and would gladly do without it!

[Kerensky18]

I am on the 3.5g network and HDSPA as well.. I notice a huge difference when I go back to edge in just page loading times.. Like I said page loading works fine.. everything else is crap.

[NotATreoFan]

My first suggestion would be to try flashing a different radio. I tether frequently with my Tilt, and I have not experienced these issues on AT&T's 3G network. My tethered speeds regularly exceed 1mbps.

On a side note: Make sure the proxy box is unchecked under MEdia Net, if that is what you are using to tether.

[Kerensky18]

The box was checked... I'll see if it makes a difference when I tether again tonight.

[Kerensky18]

Heres the specs using speedtest while on the 3g Network

IP Address: 32.157.xx.xxx (AT&T GLOBAL NETWORK SERVICES)
Last Test Date: 7/6/2008
Total Tests Taken: 1
Fastest Download: 96 kb/s
Fastest Upload: 112 kb/s
Average Download: 96 kb/s
Average Upload: 112 kb/s

I still have some issues when I go to stream or download where it will get like 30% through and than just time out indefinatly.

[rzanology]

Heres the specs using speedtest while on the 3g Network

IP Address: 32.157.xx.xxx (AT&T GLOBAL NETWORK SERVICES)
Last Test Date: 7/6/2008
Total Tests Taken: 1
Fastest Download: 96 kb/s
Fastest Upload: 112 kb/s
Average Download: 96 kb/s
Average Upload: 112 kb/s

I still have some issues when I go to stream or download where it will get like 30% through and than just time out indefinatly.

what is the signal strength like? the more bars your have the stronger your connection...therefore the faster your speeds.

[Kerensky18]

Full signal strength.

Could this be some configurations issues? The network in the Pacific region? My plan it self?
Edit:
My page-loads are slower with proxy server off. I can try posting videos if you wish?

[Kerensky18]

Removing the proxy did enable the weather plugin in Dutty's build to operate correctly.

[NotATreoFan]

Check out one of my earlier posts. I ran a test from Speedtest.net and listed my results.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2277804&postcount=5

[Kerensky18]

Check out one of my earlier posts. I ran a test from Speedtest.net and listed my results.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2277804&postcount=5

I will try that radio when I have a chance to dl it tonight.

[Kerensky18]

So I talked to ATT yesterday and they said it may be due to all the buildings in Seattle that the signal even if it's reporting full bars can still be degrading from bouncing around the buildings? Is this true?

[Kerensky18]

Using this radio Radio (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=398177)

This is the result of my new speed test

http://www.speedtest.net/result/294828963.png (http://www.speedtest.net)

[Kerensky18]

Doing some more testing I'm finding out some more things.

1) My ping fluctuates between 200ms-700ms.
2) My ul is usually greater than my downstream.
3) A lot of times it says my test is originating in California.

[NotATreoFan]

Doing some more testing I'm finding out some more things.

1) My ping fluctuates between 200ms-700ms.
2) My ul is usually greater than my downstream.
3) A lot of times it says my test is originating in California.

Whenever I run a speedtest from my work or home PC, I always get routed to the NYC test server. But when I tether and run the test, it wants to route to to somewhere in the Midwest. I just override it and select the NYC server, so I would suggest you manually select the server closest to your physical location.

Have a look at my work's internet connection... minus the company name.

[Kerensky18]

I still average speeds between 95-300ish.

[Kerensky18]

I talked again with ATT today and verified I have the 3.5g network where I am.. I'm actualy in the heart of the network. They recomended changing the device. Now I just need to know how to get it back to the default radio, rom and spl.

[cincy1020]

I talked again with ATT today and verified I have the 3.5g network where I am.. I'm actualy in the heart of the network. They recomended changing the device. Now I just need to know how to get it back to the default radio, rom and spl.

Hi:
It's in the WIKI.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=335568

I have never flashed my phone, so I am not an expert in that sense, but I believe that thread will give you the info you need :)

[Kerensky18]

I found that thank you.. I'm still trying a few different radios with varying results though. I don't think I will replace my device I'm not that happy with it anyhow. I want the touch-pro when it comes out.

[Kerensky18]

I finally got the speeds up to what they are supposed to be. I'm using Nikki radio 1.65.24.36

http://www.speedtest.net/result/295546276.png (http://www.speedtest.net)

[NotATreoFan]

I finally got the speeds up to what they are supposed to be. I'm using Nikki radio 1.65.24.36

http://www.speedtest.net/result/295546276.png (http://www.speedtest.net)

Grats. Just another reason I love the Niki radios so much.