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BlackBerry Torch 9860

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Choosing network mode for my mobile phone

You can select which network modes (3G and/or GSM) your mobile phone can use. Your choice determines the data speeds you can achieve.


List view

1. Find "Mobile Network"

Tap the Menu key twice.
Tap Options.
Tap Networks and Connections.
Tap Mobile Network.

2. Select network mode

Tap Network Mode.
3G enables you to achieve higher data speeds than when using GSM.
If you select 3G, your mobile phone can only connect to 3G networks.
If you select 2G, you can't achieve high data speeds.
If you select 3G & 2G, your mobile phone automatically switches between the two network modes provided you're within range of a 3G network.
Tap 3G, 2G or 3G & 2G.
3G enables you to achieve higher data speeds than when using GSM.
If you select 3G, your mobile phone can only connect to 3G networks.
If you select 2G, you can't achieve high data speeds.
If you select 3G & 2G, your mobile phone automatically switches between the two network modes provided you're within range of a 3G network.

3. Exit

Tap Disconnect.
Tap the Return key to return to standby mode.
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