Recent content by rcmcdonald91

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    can TB's hotspot be used with ISP instead of verizon's network?

    Re: can TB's hotspot be used with ISP instead of verizon's networ Your terminology is wrong. The encryption you are using is WPA2 Enterprise. 802.1x doesn't describe encryption, but rather transportation. (Packets being transmitted and received over the air)
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    Does the CM7 RC1 Work on the Bolt?

    No. We still do not have a fully compatible RIL that allows official CM7 releases to work on the Thunderbolt. In it's current state, CM7 is heavily modified/hacked to work on the Thunderbolt. Until we have a fully functional/compatible RIL, don't expect official CM7 releases to work on the...
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    New TB - Root 1st or OTA MR2 1st?

    First, the MR2 "OTA" update has not been officially released. Therefore, it is only available by flashing the leaked images onto your device. I recommend rooting using the MR1 method (as outlined on AndroidCentral and XDA) and then flash the MR2 radio and use a debloated rom (such as FlyWeight)
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    OTA Update? Should I accept it?

    I purchased my Tbolt on Tuesday of last week. During the setup at the VZW store, I received an update message and promptly rejected the update, after doing my research prior to my purchase. However, a big pet-peeve of mine is having to always run up-to-date software. I have only had one...
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    bought tbolt on tuesday and price drops today? grr

    I bought a Tbolt on Tuesday and I am very upset to read reports of Verizon offering Tbolt for $99! I paid $249.99 for mine from a brick and mortar Verizon store, added this phone to a family plan, and signed a two year contract. This is s great phone! Have had no problems at all, so far...
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    Need some advice! New to Android, switching from iPhone 4, best Android device?

    I have finally made the decision to switch from an AT&T iPhone 4 to a Verizon Android phone. I have been on an individual plan on AT&T for the past year and I can actually get better service (more features) at a cheaper price due to the fact that the rest of my family is on a family share plan...