sprint capping "unlimited" data - Page 7

**gTen** · #1 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 02:51 AM

Well my wifi is fine, and I have used usb before and I have not noticed that huge difference. and I am charging while using wifi.

I am using a Mogul though.

I do not see why they wouldn't let you unless they added it as a means of overheat protection.

(I am using my wifi connection now and I work on my laptop like this over 12 hours a day)

**gTen** · #2 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:01 AM

I just did a speed test via speedtest.net on my laptop using the wifi as modem and got:

seems good to me :P

**Biker1** · #3 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gTen

I just did a speed test via speedtest.net on my laptop using the wifi as modem and got:

seems good to me :P

Looks good.
I gotta do a test later on.
Right now I am on my Diamond directly. Laptop is sleeping

**gTen** · #4 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:14 AM

I heard something about "some" diamonds dont charge while using wifi but not sure if its a software lock or hardware lock. (besides the overheating)

And if your using wifi without charging it may be set to not be at maximum performance which could explain the inconsistency.

**Biker1** · #5 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:01 AM

I hear ya, but the Diamond does not charge while using wifi. As you said, I think it has to do with overheating.
With usb, I am able to charge while surfing.

Negrito · #6 (**permalink**) 08-18-2009, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Biker1

I hear ya, but the Diamond does not charge while using wifi. As you said, I think it has to do with overheating.
With usb, I am able to charge while surfing.

I use WM WiFi Router for hours upon hours, and charge my Diamond through the provided AC cord with no problems what so ever. I can even charge it through the USB on my Macbook.

**Biker1** · #7 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:16 AM

Wouldn't want to change the setting, even if possible, as it would bypass the safety and bye bye to my Diamond.
I would be left with a lump of coal

**gTen** · #8 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:29 AM

well keep it under a fan or air conditioner....plus my mogul overheated plenty of times when someone turns off my fan thinking its doing nothing..sigh

worst of all your battery looses its maximum capacity but you can get spares for like what 5$? I bought 2 mogul batteries for 14$ wit shipping. (my first one gained some weight after all the overheating so I don't feel safe using it lol)

orionsbuckle · #9 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:36 AM

just to clear up some stuf idk if its been talked about but getting back on topic...

if you go over the 5GB it 5cents a MB there after. unless you are still on the old original plan of "unlimited" which i still have and i can use unlimited....however....

theres a little * in there that sprint covers their butt lol... at anytime that i go over 5GB they can cut off sservice. they generally dont but they can.

another thing is that this same thing is in the verizon air card too. the reason for this from what ive read is because ppl just leave their cards on while not using them. and this slows the bandwidth down causing you not to get the full speed you should get. so if sprint limits the usage you wont always be on therefore greater speeds. its just what i read in an email.

hope that helped a bit

**Biker1** · #10 (**permalink**) 08-16-2009, 03:36 AM

I always get OEM batteries. Usually free from the Sprint store rep. I just give him alittle thank of $20.
I don't trust aftermarket batteries.
Unless there is a supplier that has a good reputation.
I got 3 batteries anyway.