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Carrier Carrier Hacks updated with UK support

EvanLugh

EvanLugh

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You all asked for it, and so you shall receive. It includes many of the already known features including free access to all EE and Virgin Wi-Fi Hotspots. Please give it a try and report back your results. Thanks! :)
iTweakiOS.com
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-Unlimited Hotspot (requires an unlimited data plan)
-VoLTE for AT&T MVNOs on the 6 and 6 Plus (experimental)
-APN Editing menu unblocked
-2G, 3G/4G, LTE data menu
-Added security and privacy to your device
-Optimized signal strength (depends on many factors)
-Optimized data speeds (depends on many factors)
-LTE data mode prioritization
-Enhanced roaming capabilties
-Forced Carrier Aggregation Mode for the best LTE speeds on the 6/6+
-"T-WiFi" indicator for T-Mobile WiFi Calling to conserve statusbar space
-Free WiFi access to AT&T and Verizon hotspots for T-Mobile users relying on WiFi Calling
-Free WiFi access to AT&T hotspots for AT&T MVNO users
-Much more to come!
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  • EE (also has OrangeEE and T-mobileEE, use TMobileEE if on 4GEE/EE)
  • Three
  • O2
  • Vodafone
  • GiffGaff


NOTE THIS IS BETA (as is USA but most have no issues).
Many users overseas have had their speeds quadruple and much better signal strength.

Give it a shot, see if it improves your service.

- Known issue: always "Searching"
-- fix: reset network settings
--- doesn't fix for all, restore may be required, 8.1 is still being signed however.

Follow steps below to remove the patch:

Revert Guide

1. In iFile or some other file system browser for iOS, navigate to var/mobile/Library/Carrier Bundles and delete the entire folder named iPhone.

2. Tap the remaining folder, Overlay, and delete all files located inside of the Overlay folder.

3. Exit the file browser and reboot the device 2 times. After the 1st reboot, allow the device to acquire cellular signal, then proceed to the 2nd reboot.

4. Your device should now be at stock settings.
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after testing on my beta device, i've done the hack on my EE iPhone 6.

Signal Stock - 3 bars
Hacked strength - 5 bars

Speed Test Stock
ping: 60
upload:14.72
download: 20.13

Signal Test after Hack
ping: 36
upload:26.54
download: 18.01

Overall, very happy. Getting better signal in rural areas (especially old houses).
 
navodwickra said:
I can't see thee UK in that list :(
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Hutchinson (Three) BETA: HERE

Orange EE BETA: HERE

O2 BETA 2: HERE (Updated 11/29/14 4:42PM PST)

T-Mobile EE BETA: HERE

Vodafone BETA 2: HERE (Updated 11/29/14 4:45PM PST)

Giff Gaff BETA 2: HERE Updated 11/29/14 4:30PM PST)

Install Guide: HERE

lyceumHQ said:
Will there be a Tesco hack at some point?
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Not sure, I heard they use same as Giffgaff but I wouldn't take my word for it. Drop them a request (they do take them)
 
OK I have tried it for Vodafone UK, no signal :( tried resetting network settings and no better.
 
gr4z said:
OK I have tried it for Vodafone UK, no signal :( tried resetting network settings and no better.
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That's a shame. I was a bit wary however after testing it for a few days I was happy to install on my primary phone.
It's worked great. Maybe they'll push another update through.
(check revert link on how to go back if unsure)
 
OK, So this sounds cool. I will wait for a few brave souls to try it on the THREE UK network with positive results before I shall give it a try.
 
mrwalsh1968 said:
OK, So this sounds cool. I will wait for a few brave souls to try it on the THREE UK network with positive results before I shall give it a try.
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When I get back I'll link a reddit thread where people have tried. In the meantime do a search for carrier hack in /r/jailbreak

I don't normally do these types of adjustments but it's relatively simple with little consequences, and am genuinely surprised by my results. I wasn't expecting anything to happen. At all.
Hot spots all work too.... As do the 2G/3G/4G toggles.

Stick to the guides, make sure you backup and speed tests. You can revert should you get an issue, though a network reset then two reboots is a quick solution (otherwise just download carrier update).
 
this looks very promising as I am having a call quality issue in my office!

How can I set myself up? I use at&t on a jailbroken iphone 6 running 8.1
 
mrwalsh1968 said:
OK, So this sounds cool. I will wait for a few brave souls to try it on the THREE UK network with positive results before I shall give it a try.
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EvanLugh said:
Hutchinson (Three) BETA: HERE

Orange EE BETA: HERE

O2 BETA 2: HERE (Updated 11/29/14 4:42PM PST)

T-Mobile EE BETA: HERE

Vodafone BETA 2: HERE (Updated 11/29/14 4:45PM PST)

Giff Gaff BETA 2: HERE Updated 11/29/14 4:30PM PST)

Install Guide: HERE



Not sure, I heard they use same as Giffgaff but I wouldn't take my word for it. Drop them a request (they do take them)
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Tried it on Three UK and had no issues. Carrier version shows 20.1.1 and I can definitely see speed improvements.



It use to be around 1.5 Megabits inside my flat and now I get 5 to 8 :)
 
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Sorry guys- looks like it doesnt work for me. Callers still say they can not hear me properly (same problem on my 5S, so its not an issue with my 6)

I was hoping to gain VoLTE, but just noticed it says its for at&t mvnos only.

I will remove it as i noticed a drain on battery.

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Edit!! The Schmuck that I am, I forgot to do a network setting reset. After the reset, my LTE speed tripled and made a phone call to my wife and she heard me crystal clear!!!

I hope its not a fluke, but I will try calling a few other people throughout the day.
 
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I gave it a go, and it does seem to be quicker on 3G with THREE UK. I was getting previously 0.35 download on average, now I am getting about 0.80 download....so just over twice as fast. Tested at home where the 3G here is pants.

Not noticed any difference with phone signal bars though.

I will keep it on for now to see if it affects battery life etc, and to see how stable the 3G is.

It may be faster but 'could' be more unstable ?? will wait and see
 
Tried updating with the O2 link but it won't update. I've followed all the instructions but it's still showing as 18.0. Do you need to have an unlocked phone for this to work as inn currently locked to O2
 
This WILL NOT affect battery life. It is simply a carrier settings file that's loaded on every phone - you're simply replacing the one pre-installed. You just have the ability to access certain settings etc.

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adammacleod said:
Tried updating with the O2 link but it won't update. I've followed all the instructions but it's still showing as 18.0. Do you need to have an unlocked phone for this to work as inn currently locked to O2
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Nope, i'm locked. Did you enter the terminal command correctly etc?
 
adammacleod said:
Yeah I think so because I now have the drop down menu in my iTunes to select the right ipcc
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That menu is always there (alt click). Make sure you select the ipcc file, let iTunes install and configure it. If you are struggling to do it if advise against it. Should only do it if you know what you're doing. (And so can save yourself from device woes).
 
EvanLugh said:
That menu is always there (alt click). Make sure you select the ipcc file, let iTunes install and configure it. If you are struggling to do it if advise against it. Should only do it if you know what you're doing. (And so can save yourself from device woes).
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I'm used to running commands etc. I have chosen the correct ipcc file but nothing seems to happen in itunes. Might have to start from scratch yet again
 
Just had a thought.......is this ipcc file only for O2 monthly customers? I used to be monthly but now on payg.

Have deleted the files using ifile and retried from the start but still on 18.0. Very frustrating
 
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