Galaxyguy Posted October 8, 2015 Share Posted October 8, 2015 Something to keep in mind. QOS (Quality of Service) on your router could help in a slow internet connection situation (ie: 10/1) You would need to give the WIFI Calling a greater priority to ensure it has the bandwidth to do it's job. Though, to be fair. I doubt WIFI calling really needs much as voice calls use very little data or bandwidth. I have the Sprint Wifi Connect router which has the QoS built in for wifi calling so the problem wasn't in the router. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kct1975 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Why is Sprint using an older version of WiFi calling? Is it more cost effective? Trying to find out because I was hoping to have WiFi calling built into AOSP-based ROMs, but it will only work with T-Mobile's WiFi calling setup; not Sprints.I completely agree! I have a Nexus 6 phone, and because Sprint uses an older WiFi Calling technology, it won't work on the Nexus 6 at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fraydog Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Here's a technical question I have, does Sprint's version of WiFi Calling work off IMS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingenium Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Here's a technical question I have, does Sprint's version of WiFi Calling work off IMS?I don't believe so. My understanding is that it's basically mimicking an Airave (ie the same protocol over an ipsec tunnel). So my guess is the protocol predates IMS. That being said, I don't see why they couldn't implement IMS based wifi calling along side it. It would be a good proving ground before moving to VoLTE, since I believe the backend is the same. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozamcrew Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 I don't believe so. My understanding is that it's basically mimicking an Airave (ie the same protocol over an ipsec tunnel). So my guess is the protocol predates IMS. That being said, I don't see why they couldn't implement IMS based wifi calling along side it. It would be a good proving ground before moving to VoLTE, since I believe the backend is the same. I don't think that's right. http://www.fiercewireless.com/tech/story/sprint-using-technology-kineto-taqua-new-wi-fi-calling-service/2014-02-24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jreuschl Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 You'd think somehow Sprint could get WiFi calling working on Nexus devices. I know it is a non-standard version of WiFi calling, but they were able to get it working on an iPhone! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmark27 Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 You'd think somehow Sprint could get WiFi calling working on Nexus devices. I know it is a non-standard version of WiFi calling, but they were able to get it working on an iPhone! If they would, I'd happily sell my Note5 for the 6P. Alas, I can not live without the WiFi calling. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kct1975 Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 You'd think somehow Sprint could get WiFi calling working on Nexus devices. I know it is a non-standard version of WiFi calling, but they were able to get it working on an iPhone!Ya...I still don't really understand why Sprint can't get it done. I mean, in my mind, if it requires some sort of Sprint software, then just release a Sprint WiFi Calling app in the Google Play store. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ascertion Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Why is Sprint using an older version of WiFi calling? Is it more cost effective? Trying to find out because I was hoping to have WiFi calling built into AOSP-based ROMs, but it will only work with T-Mobile's WiFi calling setup; not Sprints. Adding to this, is it possible for Sprint to upgrade their infrastructure to the same version of WiFi calling that T-Mobile has? Then it'd work for more devices (ie: N5x and N6p.) I often don't have a need for WiFi calling, but it'd be nice to have as a backup if I ever visit the Colorado Mountains again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommym65 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Has anyone else noticed that WiFi calling has become more reliable lately? On my GS5, I am getting virtually no unexpected disconnects, and when I leave home and return, WiFi calling reconnects almost instantly. This seems to have been happening for about the last week. (Of course, as soon as I post this, my WiFi calling will melt down completely . . . ) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmark27 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Has anyone else noticed that WiFi calling has become more reliable lately? On my GS5, I am getting virtually no unexpected disconnects, and when I leave home and return, WiFi calling reconnects almost instantly. This seems to have been happening for about the last week. (Of course, as soon as I post this, my WiFi calling will melt down completely . . . ) My Note5 has been real solid today, however, I did just get a system update on Saturday and my WiFi has been more solid all around. Probably a combination of both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey SR Posted November 3, 2015 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Adding to this, is it possible for Sprint to upgrade their infrastructure to the same version of WiFi calling that T-Mobile has? Then it'd work for more devices (ie: N5x and N6p.) I often don't have a need for WiFi calling, but it'd be nice to have as a backup if I ever visit the Colorado Mountains again. I was about to ask this. I happen to pick up a s6 edge to test their network to see if it will fit my needs & the rest of the family currently. It was as simple as connect to wifi and turn it on and chose how you would like it to work. Less of a headache for those less tech savvy. Has anyone else noticed that WiFi calling has become more reliable lately? On my GS5, I am getting virtually no unexpected disconnects, and when I leave home and return, WiFi calling reconnects almost instantly. This seems to have been happening for about the last week. (Of course, as soon as I post this, my WiFi calling will melt down completely . . . ) My Note5 has been real solid today, however, I did just get a system update on Saturday and my WiFi has been more solid all around. Probably a combination of both.I wish mine was more solid as both of you claim. My note 4 & s6 on the plan get errors after a few texts and calls. I have WiFi 5ghz ac actually broadcasting and the only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jreuschl Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 I'm on a Southwest flight and the Sprint wifi calling is fully working.. Including calls (not making calls to annoy passengers but I called a 800# to verify ) guessing their wifi hasn't blocked Sprint yet. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanK_ Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I'm on a Southwest flight and the Sprint wifi calling is fully working.. Including calls (not making calls to annoy passengers but I called a 800# to verify ) guessing their wifi hasn't blocked Sprint yet. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk I didn't read this. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S4GRU Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I am so grateful that we don't have cellphone calling really happening in the plane. I just know I'll end up in a middle seat between two idiots screaming into their phones as if they aren't trapped in a tiny tube hurtling through the sky with 137 other people. Using Tapatalk on Note 8.0 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jreuschl Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I should say.. The wifi calling seemed to be off in airplane mode.. So you'd have to turn it off and then the cell modem will turn off when wifi calling is enabled. Since Southwest supports wifi on ground you can do this before takeoff. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAvirani Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I should say.. The wifi calling seemed to be off in airplane mode.. So you'd have to turn it off and then the cell modem will turn off when wifi calling is enabled. Since Southwest supports wifi on ground you can do this before takeoff. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk On my iPhone 6S I make wifi calls with airplane mode on... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAvirani Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Hey, kind of resurrecting an old thread but I have an announcement for all iPhone users. In the latest iOS 10 beta, wifi calling on sprint works for both voice and SMS and it also appears that the HD voice problem has been solved. Now you can place HD voice calls on the macro network with wifi calling enabled on the device and SMS goes over wifi when available. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthony.spina97 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Hey, kind of resurrecting an old thread but I have an announcement for all iPhone users. In the latest iOS 10 beta, wifi calling on sprint works for both voice and SMS and it also appears that the HD voice problem has been solved. Now you can place HD voice calls on the macro network with wifi calling enabled on the device and SMS goes over wifi when available. Wow, really? I actually didn't know that. Here I thought I knew everything about the update lol. It's nice that I can actually turn on WiFi calling now and not lose HD voice! -Anthony 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAvirani Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Wow, really? I actually didn't know that. Here I thought I knew everything about the update lol. It's nice that I can actually turn on WiFi calling now and not lose HD voice! -Anthony Yea I've been enjoying using it! MMS over wifi seems to be the only thing sprint has left to add. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmark27 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Yea I've been enjoying using it! MMS over wifi seems to be the only thing sprint has left to add.iphones haven't had MMS over WiFi?? That's too bad. Been a life saver for me in my work building. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dkoellerwx Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 iphones haven't had MMS over WiFi?? That's too bad. Been a life saver for me in my work building. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk MMS on WiFi calling works for you? It's never worked for me. Haven't turned WiFi calling on in a while though. Sent from my LG G5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmark27 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 MMS on WiFi calling works for you? It's never worked for me. Haven't turned WiFi calling on in a while though. Sent from my LG G5 Yes. It works with Samsung's Messages app (on Samsung phones obviously) and it works with Textra (enable "prefer WiFi" in settings). Those are the only two apps that work with MMS on WiFi calling. Use Textra on your G5. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dkoellerwx Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Yes. It works with Samsung's Messages app (on Samsung phones obviously) and it works with Textra (enable "prefer WiFi" in settings). Those are the only two apps that work with MMS on WiFi calling. Use Textra on your G5. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Hmm.... I have used Textra for a couple years now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmark27 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Hmm.... I have used Textra for a couple years now.Do you have the "prefer WiFi" checked in MMS settings in Textra? That makes the difference. RE: HD Voice......I'm not sure how that would be possible if you're suggesting it uses the network somehow? WiFi calling takes you off network completely. The phone calls on WiFi are already in HD as long as you've got a strong/fast WiFi connection. What bothers me about WiFi calling is drops between access points AND drops if you leave WiFi coverage. Wish it'd switch like Fi does (doesn't it? Not sure on this). Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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