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7135 Q&A
Q: What are the data capabilities of the 7135 smartphone? A: The 7135 smartphone is capable of both the traditional CDMA 14.4kbps, and the new 1xRTT 153kbps(max) speeds
Q: Ok, so what are the detailed differences of these two types of data? A: The differences are fairly significant, and each have benefits
The old - Circuit Switched Data (CSD)
Speeds up to 14.4kbps
Speed is generally consistent
CSD is used for dialing into ISP's, Quick Net Connections (QNC, Q2N, Quick 2 Net, etc)
Connection can be set to "time out" by the operator
1/2 to 1/4 the speed of a conventional dial up modem connection (very slow)
Time used by this data connection, subtracts from your plan minutes
The new - 1xRTT Packet Data (PPP)
Speeds up to 307kbps(153kbps in current implementation)
Operates like a DSL or cable connection
Speed fluctuates based on transmit and receive demand
Connection speed does not reflect the throughput you get. Generally, you will connect at 9.6kbps, then it will start fluctuating and spiking
Connection can go dormant, allowing you to make and receive calls.
2x-4x the speed of a conventional dial up modem connection
Usage of this type of data connection is generally billed by the byte
Q: What is 1xRTT? A: 1xRTT is 1xRadio Transmission Technology. It the first step for CDMAOne carriers/networks in the 3G migration. This migration increases call capacity and data rates. In the 1xRTT implementation, users will be capable of peak data rates of 153kbps. 1xRTT is part of the IS-2000 CDMA standard. Other technologies (GSM/TDMA) are using similar, but different migrations
Q: I have the 1xRTT data plan with my carrier, my handset connects like it should, but my tests and observations reflect only 40 to sometimes 60kbps. What gives?!?! A: As CDMAOne carriers roll out their 1xRTT networks enhancements, markets will slowly begin to take advantage. Since there are so many customers with CDMAOne handsets (IS-95), they can't turn the network to 1xRTT full throttle. Therefore, until all the handsets are replaced with 1xRTT compatible handsets, some of the network must remain CDMAOne specific. As the percentage of xRTT/non-1xRTT handsets shifts, the network will as well, providing you with higher data rates that are closer or at the specified rated 153kbps
Q: Now that I have this great 1xRTT 7135 smartphone, do I need to worry about where I travel to make sure it will work? Do I need to have a 2nd phone for roaming on non-1xRTT networks? A: No, the 7135 smartphone continues to contain the ability to operate on the traditional analog, and CDMAOne networks we have been using for years. In addition, it has support for IS-2000 (currently 1xRTT) compatible networks and GPSOne position location.
Q: Did you say position location? You mean people can find out where I am now? A: Yes and no. GPSOne is a technology that allows the handset and the network to cooperatively triangulate the location of the handset using both cell sites and GPS satellites. This information is computed on the network, based on handset and network supplied data, and fed to the 911 center during a 911 call. Not all networks support this functionality yet. And even better, the government demanding that carriers have this in place, don't have most of the 911 centers prepared to receive the data (ah, tax dollars at work....).
Q: Great, well that's good that they can find me for emergencies, but can it be used for other things or without my permission? A: The 7153 smartphone has a menu item under "Phone Preferences" that allows you to define whether or not the position location services can be used for anything or just 911 calls. At some point in time, the carriers and applications developers can and will choose to use this position location ability to provide mapping applications, location based advertising, etc.
Q: I don't have service with a carrier that offers CDMA service, how can I use the 7135 smartphone? A: If you do not have service with carriers such as Sprint, Verizon, Alltel, currently there is not an option for you. The 7135 smartphone is designed for use on CDMA/Analog networks operating in the 800 and 1900MHz frequency bands. The 7135 smartphone currently does not have a TDMA or GSM version (AT&T, Cingular, T-Mobile)
Q: Where do I change all my messaging alerts, and voicemail settings? A: In the "Messages" application you can select the menu and modify the "Imcoming", "Outgoing", and Voice Mail" preferences including the sounds, vibrate, number to dial, pauses, etc.
Q: I see a "Edit Auto Text" item in my messages application. What is that? A: This will allow you to add, remove, and modify the "canned" messages for mobile originated short messaging service.
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