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SignalInfo is the original open-source version that the other apps are based on. No ads or in-app purchases.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
I'm not normally on Haywood Rd, but when I am Fi usually can't find signal.
Everywhere else is fine. The addition of US Cellular really did help. I've had Fi since it came out and US Cellular really fills in a good amount of gaps. Coverage isn't near Verizon's out in the hollers, but also not as congested as Verizon sometimes gets around here.
If you have WiFi in the majority of places you are, it will prefer/use that.
Get the Signal Info app, or any similar ones geared towards Fi subscribers and you can get a widget that will show which network you're currently on. The app also allows you to paste codes into the phone dialer to "repair" or choose a specific carrier if Fi is being stubborn and putting you on a crap Sprint cell instead of a decent Tmo cell. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
Overall, for MVNO, I like it, but you need a compatible device to get the most out of it, which is a barrier for lots of people.
It is only available through third party apps. Some let you force a specific carrier. I prefer just a simple light weight info app. I am using Signal Info.
Hopefully this link works:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo&hl=en
Signal Info has a widget also. Free, no ads, open source.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo&hl=en_US
Looks like your question was answers. I was hesitant to swap my voice number over to fi but really haven't had any problems. I even have it still ring my house's VoIP line outside of work hours.
The main uncommon point of advice I'd give is install this app. it'll tell you what network you're connected to and make it easy to force yourself onto a specific network if one is too slow. For example I'm usually on Sprint's network, but have forced it on to US Cellular in rural areas where it's speeds are superior.
Project Fi uses Sprint, T-Mobile, and US Cellular, which seems to be a reseller for Verizon, but at very slow speeds. In case you didn't know, you can force the switch between providers at any point, which can be handy if one of the providers *ghm* Sprint *ghm* craps out on you. There are several apps that can do that, I like Fi Info
It may just show that since it is technically roaming. If she wants to know what kind of tower she is connected to, she should download a signal app. I use Fi Info and Signal Spy for this.
Fi Info https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
Signal Spy https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.novvia.fispy
In case you don't feel like dialing in the codes to force jumps to different networks, there is an app called Fi Info (free on Play). From the drop down 3 dots in the top right, you have the option for Switch Carrier. Simply select the option you want to switch to, then the app will copy the dial code to your clipboard. Head over to the phone app and pull up the dialer and paste the code into the dial window.
Fi Info link to play
Fi used to be Sprint, T-Mobile and US Cellular based. But Sprint service has been disabled since it was acquired by T-Mobile. So my service was kind of shit until I upgraded to a 5G capable device and it's been pretty good. US Cellular still works pretty well in more rural areas. I'd recommend only using 5G capable devices and installing the Signal Info App so you can monitor and switch networks, but for people like me it works well. That is to say people who use very little data usually, but on occasion need a large amount of data and spend most of their time in a metro area but also need dependable rural coverage. Also the ability to travel internationally with coverage is nice. If you only spend your time in the metro and use a consistent amount of data I'd maybe look at Mint or Stright Talk but for highly variable use in data and location it's the best service there is.
I also found that "Signal Info" does many of the things Signal Spy does, without any adds!
But none of these apps seem to let you scan for and see all mobile providers in the area...
I did, but as far as I can see, you still can't scan for all the mobile network providers in the area. Non-Fi phones allow you to scan for networks and then choose one, without having to install any additional app.
I also found that "Signal Info" does many of the things Signal Spy does, without any adds!
It's happened on the Sprint network once or twice with me. Imo Sprint is the worst service provider though so I would just use Signal Info to change the carrier you're on. T-Mobile works great in my area
Edit: here's the app to switch between carriers on project fi: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
actually rather interesting. if it was in fact more of a local issue to you -- meaning that whatever is going on in the background of fi is basically making service jump carriers that often must mean u are on one hell of a sweet spot.. and i would recommend utilizing a tool to force carriers to a specific carrier. to mitigate that flippy floppiness and save precious battery life.
I think "coverage" isn't really enough to cover the calling experience. Just because I have better coverage doesn't mean I'll have a better experience.
With Ting (on Sprint), if I needed to make or receive a call, the call went through. Whether I had 4 bars or 3, it didn't really matter as long as I could make and receive the call. Now with Fi, if I need to receive a call, it comes through, but when I need to make one, there's an unwanted delay when dialing. So even if I have 4 bars, my calling experience has generally worsened.
This is why I suggested the possibility of just turning off T-Mobile and Sprint services on Fi. I think the tower switching functionality is interfering with my calling experience. If you want the better coverage without the delay, just turn off the switching. (Note that I haven't tested this myself.)
Last point here: I can see from the app Signal Info (also an app that allows you to turn off carriers) that I spend most of my time on US Cellular, with some T-Mobile thrown in there occasionally. Sprint is virtually non-existent. So again, the service is learning about which networks are the best for me. But I'll reiterate once more that I really don't care if the coverage is adequate or super adequate -- I just want to make calls without extra delays.
I use this one, called "Fi Info" https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
You basically put a widget on one of your home screens, and whenever you want to switch to a specific network you just press one of the buttons on the widget, which copies to the clipboard a specific code. You then enter the dialer and press "Paste" and dial that number, and it automatically switches to whichever network you selected.
It sounds far far far more complicated than it is. It's literally pressing, then pasting.
The way Project Fi learns, you can train it to automatically switch to T-Mobile in certain areas that have shitty reception if you're routinely there.
Typically for me, if I'm not getting data, rebooting the phone has resolved this 100% of the time.
It seems improbable that both carriers were down, so you could try forcing one carrier (Sprint or T-Mobile) and see if that helps.
To force carrier change:
Another suggestion would be trying these codes in your dialer http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/general/project-fi-fi-dialer-codes-to-force-t3132393 They've worked for me, and you won't have to disable the project Fi app. You could also try this app which essentially does the same thing. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo I've been able to force my phone on T-Mobile or Sprint and it doesn't switch back until I enter the code to re-enable auto switching. Good Luck and I hope this helps.
I prefer the UI on Signal Info and Fi Switch, but I bought and switched to Signal Spy to support our mod here dmziggy, who is great about supporting this community.
An inconvenience with Signal Info also is that is doesn't support the accessibility settings to enter the code into the dialer automatically.
While Fi doesn't officially support this feature, you could use the Fi Info app. It comes with a widget to toggle the carrier.
The Signal Info app will do this automatically for you as will other apps.
You can also use the Fi Info app, it comes with a widget to toggle carriers.
There are apps to help with the switch. I use Signal Info, but there are others.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo&hl=en
Download Fi Info from the Android Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
FWIW I use the Fi Info App and it works great for me
Check out the signal info app on the play store.
"Signal Info" app does it as well, and it's free
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo&hl=en
I've used Signal Info (formerly Fi Info) in the past to force my phone onto a specific carrier.
I use Fi Info
No, my phone isn't rooted: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo&hl=en
What happens if you use something like Fi Info to force the carrier to T-Mobile or Sprint?
The Fi Info app. You can also use it to force your phone onto a specific network (or default back to auto).
Just found this on the play store. Free, less beautiful version of FiSwitch: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbmc.fiinfo
Fi info can be a helpful app too (also lets you change networks).
Also, I've run into a hiccup or two while I've had Fi, but their customer service was usually pretty great.