Backed up apps.. Backed up contacts..factory reset..Restored my apps and contacts..Downloaded network by that philipp dude from the market.Changed from cdma auto to gsm auto then back to cdma auto. Then updated prl and profile.. ran ping test.. signal strength is -98 dBm 0asu.. is this where I should be?..any further info or criticism would be appreciated.. don't hold back...and I use file expert as app manager and backup.. Not rooted, running 2.2.. I'm outta fort drum, ny..no 4g available and do not have access to WiFi..so 3g is my go too..Thank you..