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#207468 27-Dec-2016 17:08
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I am looking at getting an A5 for use on Vodafone but their branded handset is out of stock.

 

Are these exactly the same handset?


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  #1695493 27-Dec-2016 18:24
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physically the same however spark do carrier modifications

 

ie. spark logo on startup, the spark app is pre loaded etc





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  #1695494 27-Dec-2016 18:27
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hyperman:

 

physically the same however spark do carrier modifications

 

ie. spark logo on startup, the spark app is pre loaded etc

 

 

All supported frequencies are the same?


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  #1695526 27-Dec-2016 19:39
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Different features will be enabled / disabled between the 2 carriers

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  #1695527 27-Dec-2016 19:42
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Thanks for the responses. I have decided to go with the Galaxy 6 on special from the Warehouse for $599. I have confirmed their 2degrees model is the same as Vodafone's.


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  #1695618 28-Dec-2016 07:24
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It's not the same, Who told you this?

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  #1695653 28-Dec-2016 09:37
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Linux: It's not the same, Who told you this?

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I phoned up and got the model codes.

 

Could you please elaborate on your claims because right now you have posted 2 unsubstantiated posts. If you know of an important distinction between the handsets, please advise. If it's just a difference of who's app is installed and who's home page is loaded into the browser - that is irrelevant.


 
 
 
 

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  #1695658 28-Dec-2016 09:48
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Get software versions

 

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  #1695661 28-Dec-2016 09:52
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Linux:

 

Get software versions

 

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I can download the Vodafone firmware from Samoblile if necessary but I expect it will work fine with the 2degrees one. My main concern is the hardware is the same.


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  #1695663 28-Dec-2016 09:56
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as long as they are not locked to provider you should be ok.


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  #1695918 28-Dec-2016 18:13
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I have bought the 2degrees Samsung Galaxy S6 and for all intentional purposes it works on Vodafone, including LTE 700 (band 28)


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