Update to MB1 removes PRL Write function...

**phstratton** · 03-07-2013, 10:38 PM

So, I updated to MB1, and now I'm unable to do the PRL Write function by dialing ##3282#...Is there a way around this other than flashing back to the previous software version? Thanks guys.

**Skunkape60** · 03-08-2013, 06:43 AM

Originally Posted by phstratton

So, I updated to MB1, and now I'm unable to do the PRL Write function by dialing ##3282#...Is there a way around this other than flashing back to the previous software version? Thanks guys.

My daughter's gs3 was updated to mb1 Monday and has no problem updating the prl. Most likely it is a network issue with Sprint. Keep trying and it will most likely eventually work.

Or it could be your ROM. I'm assuming you are on an aosp or cm ROM seeing that you are trying this with dialing the number code instead of using the update prl in the settings. Sometimes it is cm and aosp ROMs that are the issue.

**phstratton** · 03-08-2013, 08:59 AM

stock rom, rooted.

it updates the prl fine, but to write a custom prl you have to dial ##3282# then select write prl, and now after updating to mb1 it isn't there...

**Almeuit** · 03-08-2013, 09:18 AM

Originally Posted by phstratton

stock rom, rooted.

it updates the prl fine, but to write a custom prl you have to dial ##3282# then select write prl, and now after updating to mb1 it isn't there...

Yeah it's gone for me as well

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**meyerweb** · 03-08-2013, 12:02 PM

Sprint doesn't want you writing custom PRLs....

**Almeuit** · 03-08-2013, 01:38 PM

Originally Posted by meyerweb

Sprint doesn't want you writing custom PRLs....

And? They also don't want people to root and use certain apps but we do. Normally this can be useful when your in a weak signal area.

Looks like I may just have to use roam control now :P

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**meyerweb** · 03-08-2013, 02:28 PM

I wasn't implying you shouldn't do it. Just commenting that Sprint probably really dislikes people doing this. Screwing up your phone (e.g., rooting) is one thing. Messing with how your phone uses the network is, I suspect, something Sprint seriously wants to prevent.

**DoesItMatter** · 03-08-2013, 02:34 PM

You can restore it - I examined the download - it's just a missing APK called HiddenMenu.apk

First page says its for MA6 but people have confirmed it working in MB1

I haven't upgraded from LJ7 rom yet myself - sometime soon.

**Almeuit** · 03-08-2013, 04:07 PM

Originally Posted by meyerweb

I wasn't implying you shouldn't do it. Just commenting that Sprint probably really dislikes people doing this. Screwing up your phone (e.g., rooting) is one thing. Messing with how your phone uses the network is, I suspect, something Sprint seriously wants to prevent.

Oh I don't doubt they don't want us to.. But I wouldn't have to if they fix this dang tower near me lol. :P

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**gotta have it android** · 03-08-2013, 06:27 PM

It was gone for me in MA6 i think it was so im going to use this and get a PRL file. Whats the best one to use?

Originally Posted by DoesItMatter

You can restore it - I examined the download - it's just a missing APK called HiddenMenu.apk

First page says its for MA6 but people have confirmed it working in MB1

I haven't upgraded from LJ7 rom yet myself - sometime soon.

**phstratton** · 03-13-2013, 09:45 PM

Using the zip file in the link I was able to get the menu to appear again, and I successfully flashed PRL 00001. Worked like a charm. I wonder if it will work for my Note II now.

**jorgemartino** · 03-24-2013, 04:35 PM

Hi guys. Im new here, im tryng to get the msl number off mu gs3 i tryed everthingand every app out there, my phone is on mb 1. I think is the mb 1 update that itgive this problem . What you guys think? Maibe if i downgrade to lj7? Is that going to work ? I need to get in to the seting to fix some things. Please helpppppp.. thanksssss........