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    Why is this handset so slow?

    My Zmax was lost/stolen late last year and I replaced it with the Alcatel. Is it 5.1.1 that makes it so damn slow? Resources meter isn't giving me any usable feedback. Running Nova launcher and just rooted to freeze the "MyMetro" spam that would launch every time I unlocked the lock screen.
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    Can I trade in my LG Spirit & use the credit towards the Alcatel Tablet?

    I bought a Zmax back in March and MPCS gave me a $90 credit without a trade-in, so I still have my LG Spirit that has a trade-in value of $99 Since I have the ZMax, I was wondering if I could trade in my LG Spirit for $99 credit towards the Alcatel tablet and NOT get any kind of data plan on...
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    Easter Egg in the Zmax and likely most KK 4.4.4 devices.

    1) Open Settings. 2) Scroll to the bottom and click "About Phone" to open the About Phone menu. 3) Rapidly tap the "Android Version" Menu item about 5 times. 4) A large, white letter "K" will appear against a black background. 5) Rapidly tap the "K" about 5 times and the "Android" logo will...
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    Help Is there a decent weather Lockscreen app on the Play Store?

    I've spent much of the weekend looking for a Lockscreen for my ZTE ZMax that will allow me to place Widgets on the Lockscreen, or will put a decent Weather app on the Lockscreen and all the Play Store has in it is JUNK and CRAP. Is there a decent Lockscreen available for Android users, or just...
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    ZTE ZMax - MP3 playback pausing intermittently?

    Playing MP3 files from my SD Card, I get intermittent pausing. It happens a few minutes after a song starts to play and if I hit the Power button for a second to display the lock screen, playback resumes. I timed when it happens, but there is no pattern. I have tried the Google player...
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    Help Any way to have Doby enabled when I launch my Music app?

    My Default music app is "Equalizer +" and enabling Dolby in the Settings on 4.4.4 helps with sound quality, but I need to go into Settings to enable it. Is there any way to have Dolby enabled either at Startup or when I launch my music player app?
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    Adios, Amigos...

    Since I will soon have to migrate to a GSM phone, I bought a ZTE ZMax yesterday. In-Store price was $99 and $122.xx out the door. Also upgraded to the $50 Unlimited Data plan. The ZMax is a great phone and a fantastic bargain. Highly recommend going with this device. See you on the other side!
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    Anyone else having trouble finding the ZTE Zmax in Metro stores?

    CDMA support is ending here in the SF Bay Area and I would like to purchase the ZTE ZMax to replace my LG Spirit CDMA phone, a device I'm happy with, but I can't find a store that has it in stock. Therefore, I can't take advantage of the $99.00 in-store pricing and instead will likely have to...
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    Did Metro lie when they said "Your device will work as always"?

    Title should read "Did Metro LIE when they said "Your device will work as always"? **mod fixed title** Dear valued MetroPCS customer, It's with great excitement that I share with you today's news that MetroPCS and T-Mobile USA have officially joined forces. For more than 11 years now...
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    Help WXP not supported? XP won't recognize LG Spirit

    Note: Resolved by using a Bose USB cable. If you have the same problem as I had below, try using a Bose cable or a quality USB cable. I've installed all the software, but WXP does not recognize my LG Spirit when connected via USB When installing the USB drivers, I change my phone Settings to...
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    Help Device keeps dropping calls.

    This just started happening in the last week or so. I can be at home and attempt to make a call and it will disconnect on the first few rings or after a minute or two. I haven't noticed any problems away from home, but I make 95% of my calls from home so I'll have to wait and see if it's a...
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    Vegas, Boston and Connecticut to lose CDMA support July 1st

    Vegas, Boston and Connecticut to lose CDMA support July 1st Just read it online. I talked to a Metro rep and he said they will be giving discounts on new GSM phones, but I imagine they will be low-end phones. Also, I like my LG Spirit and don't wish to change...
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    Vegas, Boston and Connecticut to lose CDMA support July 1st

    Just read it online. I talked to a Metro rep and he said they will be giving discounts on new GSM phones, but I imagine they will be low-end phones. Also, I like my LG Spirit and don't wish to change my device. I was told my area, the SF Bay Area, would have CDMA support thru the end of 2015...
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    Help How the merger will affect CDMA handset user's

    https://gigaom.com/2012/10/13/how-the-t-mobile-metropcs-merger-affects-consumers/
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    Help Restoring my phone to it's previous state?

    I was messing around trying to install a Theme and booted into Recovery Mode and got a bit lost. Rebooted my phone and now it's in its stock, factory state and all of my downloaded apps are missing as well. I have everything scheduled to be backed up on a regular basis, so what would be the...
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    Anyone getting the new LG Optimus L70 from Metro?

    Same specs as the LG Spirit, but runs KK 4.4 Best part is that it's free after rebates. $149.00, then an instant $100 rebate, then a $49 MIR You still have to pay taxes on the $149.00, but this looks like a great deal. Pretty much the same phone as the LG Spirit, but it has KitKat 4.4 and a...
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    RIP, Wirefly

    FYI, Wirefly filed for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy last month (March, 2014) and has ceased operations. Too bad, as they were a great source for savings on cell phones. I bought my LG Spirit on Wirefly one year ago and Metro honored the $70 MIR, so my Spirit ended up costing me $159.00 after MIR as...
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    Help WiFi is Slow after Unbricking/Unroot/Return to Stock: Resolved

    I've been having some issues with my LG Spirit the last few months with error dialogs appearing when attempting to open apps and today, the phone hung on reboot on the Metro PCS logo. I did an Unbricking/Unroot/Return to Stock and also re-rooted and the phone runs faster than a scalded dog...
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    Help Phone stuck on MetroPCS screen during boot: Resolved

    I've tried holding down the Power button and the volume down button but no results. Any ideas? Thanks.
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    Root "All-in-one Toolbox" - free in the Playstore...

    Lot's of options to tweak your settings, including what loads at Startup, clearing browser cache, old/junk files, etc.. Not only does it speed up your Startup, but it speeds up your device and overall functionality is faster and smoother. I also ran AnTuTu Benchmark and scored a 17087 which is...
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    Spam ads from Metro PCS

    I recently performed a Factory Reset on my LG Spirit. It is Rooted and has Titanium Backup. I ran AirPush Detector, but nothing was found. I didn't have this issue before, but did after the recent Factory Reset. The Spam appears at the bottom of my Home Screen at times. I Froze Metro 411...
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    Help "New VM" in Notification Bar won't go away.

    I got a phone call and the person left a VM. After I listened to the voicemail, I deleted it, but the notification bar continues to display the icon. I've deleted all saved VM's, re-booted my phone, shut it down and started it back up, but that damn icon won't go away and it appears in the...
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    Help How do I use the Front facing camera?

    Let's say I want to check my make-up...er...I mean, check for spinach stuck between my teeth on my way to a date with a Supermodel. How would I initiate the front camera to display on screen so I can do a quick check in case I don't have a mirror handy?
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    Help Where the heck is my Ringtone?

    I bought a ringtone from the Playstore. It's not in Settings > Sounds > Ringtones It's not in Downloads. I can't find it anywhere. OK, figured it out. Had to D/L from Gmail/Google+ to my PC then C&P to my phones "Ringtones" Directory.
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    Root Another Mystery: Where is Titanium Backup Pro?

    I have installed Titanium Backup Pro on my LG Spirit and it doesn't show up under Apps, Downloaded or Widgets. It does show up in Settings > Apps How do I put this app on my Home Screen? My phone is rooted, but for some reason, I can't find anywhere do find the icon and drag it to my Home...
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